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Tanishk Bagchi highlights the music industry's recognition disparity. Composers and lyricists often get overshadowed. Singers and actors receive more credit. Lyricists like Sayeed Quadri and Irshad Kamil remain largely unknown. Bagchi questions why his success, surpassing even Ed Sheeran's views, doesn't translate to similar recognition. He emphasizes the need for better acknowledgment for musicians.

In Pahalgam, Kashmir, a terror attack killed Navy Lieutenant Vinay Narwal. He was honeymooning with his wife, Himanshi, when gunmen attacked. Irshad Ahmad, a local, helped them after the shooting. Narwal, recently married, died at the scene. His family in Karnal mourns the loss. The Navy and community remember him as a dedicated officer. Authorities are investigating the attack.

Mohanlal's latest film, 'Thudarum,' directed by Tharun Moorthy, has achieved remarkable box office success, grossing Rs 13.50 crore in just two days. The film is driven by positive word-of-mouth and favorable reviews, with stellar audience occupancy rates, especially in Kochi and Trivandrum. While praised for its technical aspects, some critics noted the film's resemblance to older Malayalam cinema styles.

‘Thudarum,’ starring Mohanlal and Shobana, has premiered strongly, securing the second-highest pre-release bookings for a Malayalam film in 2025 with Rs 2.33 crores. The film, directed by Tharun Moorthy, tells the story of Shanmughan, a taxi driver in Ranni, and his emotional bond with his Ambassador car. Initially, Jyothika was considered for Shobana's role due to communication issues.

Mohanlal's drama 'Thudarum' has made a remarkable box office debut, earning Rs 24.10 crore over its opening weekend. The film's success is fueled by positive word-of-mouth and Mohanlal's performance, with Malayalam screenings showing impressive occupancy rates. 'Thudarum', also starring Shobana, Maniyanpilla Raju, and others, is expected to achieve even greater milestones in the coming days.

The terrorists asked the victims their faith. If they were Hindu, they were shot dead. Their attempt was to divide on the basis of religion. But Kashmir's locals, the unsung heroes who risked their own lives, showed humanity comes before religion

Jubin Nautiyal discusses his collaboration with Pt Ajoy Chakrabarty on 'Parwardigara' for Kesari 2, highlighting the legendary artist's impact and Shashwat Sachdev role in making the collaboration happen. He also shares his experience recreating Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan’s 'Tumhe Dillagi' for Raid 2, emphasizing the importance of approaching recreations with a fresh perspective and acknowledging the original's iconic status.

Muslim residents in Kolkata, Howrah, and Malda displayed communal harmony by welcoming Ram Navami rallyists with flower petals and refreshments. Their gestures of providing water, sharbat, and food were appreciated by the Hindu participants, highlighting unity and mutual respect. This act of kindness aimed at promoting peace stood in contrast to areas affected by communal tensions.

The Telangana High Court has upheld the death sentence for five Indian Mujahideen operatives involved in the 2013 Dilsukhnagar blasts, which resulted in 18 fatalities and numerous injuries. The court dismissed the convicts' appeals, affirming the NIA court's decision and emphasizing the gravity of the crime. The convicts have the option to appeal to the Supreme Court within 30 days.