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Episode 152 - Madhuri Madness 2024: Mrityudand and Lajja

To celebrate International Women's Day, we are kicking off Madhuri Madness 2024 with two feminist consciousness raising ensemble dramas.

Show notes:

Happy International Women’s Day

Madhuri Madness

Every film industry is patriarchal (except Paradise Island)

Hollywood vs Bollywood women’s pictures

Mrityudand

Shabana Azmi and Om Puri

Prakash Jha’s political filmmaking

INTERVAL ("Badi Mushkil" from Lajja)

Lajja

A real multi-starrer

Manisha Koirala learns about feminism

Tonally inconsistent

Ajay Devgn's whip sword

NEXT TIME: MD & SRK

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Esha Gupta reflects on Bobby Deol's post-Animal fame: 'It's not the kind of movie that does anything for me, his life changed after Aashram' | Hindi Movie News

Esha Gupta recently opened up about the powerful impact that Prakash Jha‘s Aashram series had on Bobby Deol’s acting career while praising the actor’s success and transformation after the show. In an interview with News X, Esha spoke about Bobby’s evolving career, especially after his recent performance in Animal. Though she hasn’t seen the Sandeep Reddy Vanga directorial, Esha expressed her…

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Jamshedpur Man Rescued from Kidnappers within 24 Hours

Three Arrested for Abducting Kadma Resident Over Unpaid Debts Sunil Kumar Prasad was rescued within 24 hours of his abduction by Kapali O.P. police, who arrested three kidnappers. JAMSHEDPUR – The Kapali O.P. police in Seraikela district, adjacent to Jamshedpur, successfully rescued Sunil Kumar Prasad of Kadma Bhatia Basti within 24 hours of his abduction and reunited him with his family. Police…

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Sanjay Mishra, Vivaan Shah, Amir Ali Shaik, Sonal Jha, Pooja Pandey, Akansha Shrivastava, Badal Rajpoot, Navin Prakash, Afsar Khan, Gagan Gupta, Ritesh Rajput, Gagan Gupta, Sidharth Singh, Ajit Kumar Srivastava,

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emmawatson: I had the most amazing day in Malawi today.

Thank you President Mutharika for being a #HeForShe Impact Champion and for making gender equality a priority in your Government! Thank you to all the traditional leaders who are implementing President Mutharika’s policies - especially Chief Kachindamoto (she’s in the photo with me, she’s formidable and has been nicknamed “The Terminator”!). She gave me such a warm welcome today. She has implemented the annulment of so many child marriages and restored the futures of these girls. With the help and collaboration of her local chiefs, mothers’ groups and religious leaders she has managed to annul almost 1500 child marriages, sending the girls back to school. President Mutharika has committed to make child marriage a thing of the past in Malawi within the next five years. It was amazing to be on the ground with @ UNWomen and Chief Kachindamoto to witness their work!

My @ tomenyc white shirt is made from organic cotton and is part of their ‘White Shirt Project’ campaign. The project was conceived in 2014 to raise funds and awareness for the Freedom for All charity, which is fighting human trafficking and modern day slavery. The silk skirt is by @ zady. Zady partnered with @ cocccon_prakesh, founded in 2012 by Chandra Prakash Jha, a fashion designer who wanted to help his community through fairer wages and a safer, more sustainable process. Instead of using toxic pesticides on the plants that the silkworm caterpillars eat, the farmers protect the trees by covering them with mosquito nets to protect the leaves from harmful birds and insects. Then the silk is brought to New York where expert sewers in New York’s famed Garment District create each piece.

Sandals by @ nisoloshoes. The sandals were made by a team of expert shoemakers in Trujillo, Peru in a factory owned and operated by Nisolo that celebrates fair trade wages, safe working conditions, healthcare for all employees, and financial literacy & wellness training.

All fashion info verified by @ ecoage

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Manoj Bajpayee on 15 years of Raajneeti, "It will always be a very important milestone in my career"

Filmmaker Prakash Jha’s multi-starrer Raajneeti completed 15 years yesterday. Starring Ranbir Kapoor, Manoj Bajpayee, Ajay Devgn, Katrina Kaif, Arjun Rampal, Nana Patekar, among others, the film was a political drama inspired from the epic Mahabharata. On the film’s 15th anniversary, Bajpayee looks back at it in an interview with us. Manoj, Raajneeti was a turning point for your career It was…

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Shri Venkateshwara University launched the Venkateshwara Shooting Academy to promote shooting sports among rural youth.

Shri Venkateshwara University/Institute inaugurated the Venkateshwara Shooting Academy at its campus.

High-ranking police, & Administrative officials, along with sports coaches and players took part in the event.

They urged players of UP West to take advantage of this shooting range to enhance their shooting skills.

The Venkateshwara Group Founder President Dr Sudhir Giri, SP Amroha Mr. Amit Kumar Anand, & the Pro Chancellor Dr Rajeev Tyagi inaugurated the event by cutting ribbon and lighting a lamp to Goddess Saraswati.

The VC Dr KK Dave, & the Yuva Morcha President Shubham Chaudhary joined them to unveil the shooting academy launch function.

The Venkateshwara Group Founder President Dr Sudhir Giri emphasized that with the opening of Venkateshwara Shooting academy players of UP west especially Meerut Moradabad region need not visit Delhi for costly training.

We will train the rural youth of UP west so that they can take part in national & international shooting events.

SP Amroha Mr. Amit Kumar Anand stated sports is an integral part of our life. Whether you are a student, official, or a business owner, sports allow one to carve a unique identity in personal, social, national, and international forums.

Sports not only keeps one fit, but provides monetary benefits and fame at national & international events. There’s a huge craze for shooting among the youth of the country & it’s one of the most popular sports in India.  

The Pro Chancellor Dr Rajeev Tyagi asserted be it any event whether it’s wrestling or kabaddi and especially shooting Indian girls have brought laurels for the country at national & International events.

Seeing their achievement, the PMs Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao and Beti Khilao slogan has become widely popular in the country. The UP Govt. along with studies is running various welfare schemes to promote the participation of girls in sports.  

Whether it’s Manu Bhaker, Ridam Sangwan, Anu Tomar, or Suruchi Fogat, Indian girls have made the nation proud by winning medals at national & international shooting events.

The VC Dr KK Dave affirmed we can determine the popularity of shooting from the fact that since 1 ½ decades, whether its commonwealth, Asiad’s, world shooting championship, or Olympics Indian shooters have ensured India‘s name in the medals tally.  

Those present included the CEO Mr. Ajay Shrivastava, BJYM President Shubham Chaudhary, Registrar Dr Piyush Pandey, Dr Rajesh Singh, Shooting Coach Deepak Chaudhary, Kulwant Chadda, & Dr TP Singh.

Dr CP Singh, Dr VN Jha, Dr LS Rawat, Dr Yogeshwar Sharma, Dr Ashutosh Gautam, Dr Manish Sharma, Dr Manjari Rana, Dr Ashutosh Singh, Dr Ashwini Saxena, Dr Dheeraj Dubey, Dr Om Prakash Gosai were all present.

Dr Anil Kr. Jaiswal, Dr Jyoti Singh, Dr Vikas Pandey, Dr Ram Kumar, Dr Shyamlal Singh, PRO Dr Shri Ram Gupta, SS Baghel, Sachin Kumar, Ajay Kumar, Pritpal Vaid, Rakesh Sharma, Sadhna Verma, Neetushree were all present.

The Meerut Campus Director, Dr Pratap Singh, was present along with the Media Incharge, Mr. Vishwas Rana, among others.

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[ad_1] Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Amazon MX Player’s blockbuster series Aashram has once again raised the bar, captivating over 250 million viewers across India. The latest instalment, Aashram S3 Part 2, has topped Ormax Media’s most-watched streaming originals list for four consecutive weeks, cementing its status as India’s most beloved OTT franchise.   Amazon MX Player's 'Aashram S3 Part 2' Starring Bobby Deol, Continues to Shatter Records as India's Most-watch Series   Audience mix myth busted, reach expanded Amazon’s shopping profiles reveal that 77% of viewers are tech-savvy, while 64% are fashion-forward, reflecting a highly engaged and trend-conscious fan base. Aashram has shattered the myth that crime dramas appeal only to male audiences, over 20% of its audiences being women. The series resonated across age groups, from young adults to 25+ year old viewers. Aashram resonates with pan-India audiences across both metros/Tier 1 cities, as well as Tier 2/3 cities. While Hindi remains the dominant language, the series also gained traction for Bengali, Tamil, and Telugu dubbed versions.   Unprecedented buzz and innovative marketing The series attracted multiple sponsors with Vimal being the presenting sponsor, co-powered by Lahori Zeera, Lux Nitro, and special partners including KEI Wires & Cables, Kenstar and Zandu Fast Relief. Trailer released on YouTube trended on YouTube for 23 days, amassing 24 million views. The 360-marketing plan was amplified through TV, digital, outdoor and social media, fuelled a nationwide frenzy. Collaboration between Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal, where Baba Nirala ‘granted’ his unique wish of becoming an opener drove high engagement with 6.3 million views and 850k engagement.   Bobby Deol, reflecting on the overwhelming response, added, "Aashram has been a defining journey for me, and the love it continues to receive is truly humbling. This season, the stakes are higher, the drama is deeper, and the impact is greater than ever before. Seeing fans embrace Baba Narala’s journey with such enthusiasm is incredibly rewarding!"   National Award-winning director Prakash Jha expressed his gratitude, stating, “The journey of Baba Nirala continues to enthrall Indians. Every season, we push boundaries to make Aashram more intense, compelling, and relevant. I am deeply grateful for the unwavering love and enthusiasm of our audience.”   Karan Bedi, Director and Head of Amazon MX Player shared, “Aashram is a tribute to Indian viewers. It’s phenomenal success reaffirms our commitment to delivering high-quality, free entertainment to audiences across India. The overwhelming response to Aashram S3 Part 2 has been extraordinary, driven by its gripping storytelling and outstanding performances. We are grateful to our sponsors for their support and helping us bring compelling stories to life.”   The latest episodes are now streaming for free exclusively on Amazon MX Player, available through its apps on mobile, Amazon’s shopping app, Prime Video, Fire TV, Airtel Xtreme and Connected TVs.   About Amazon MX Player Massive and engaged audience reach: Amazon MX Player is India’s leading free, premium, ad-supported (AVOD) streaming service, attracting over 250 million unique users every month. With over 1.4 billion downloads on the Google Play Store, it is one of India’s most popular apps. Diversity of audiences: The audience is diverse and evenly split between young adults and viewers aged 25+, with 50% belonging to NCCS A households, according to Kantar TGI. MX Player sees strong engagement across metros and Tier 1 cities, while also commanding a significant following in Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets, making it a truly pan-India entertainment hub. Diverse and award-winning content: The service offers a rich and diverse selection

of web series, reality shows, blockbuster international titles, and an extensive movie library. Amazon MX Player will launch 100+ new shows in 2025 including returning seasons of fan favorite series and marquee shows. With a strong focus on original storytelling, it has delivered some of India’s biggest hits, including Aashram, Campus Diaries, Jamnapaar, Half CA, Bhaukaal, Raktanchal, Sixer, Hip Hop India, Who’s Your Gynac, Hunter, and more. Beyond Indian originals, MX Player also curates top international content from Korea, China, Turkey, and beyond, dubbed in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu under its MX Vdesi offering. Industry-leading advertising offering: Amazon MX Player leveraging trillions of Amazon’s shopping signals, with which it enables brands to connect with highly relevant audiences for their products and services. Its innovative ad formats, including shoppable and immersive ads, achieve click-through rates (CTRs) up to 6-7 times higher than industry averages, ensuring strong returns for advertisers. Ease of access: The service can be easily accessed through its own apps on mobile and connected TVs, on Prime Video, Amazon’s shopping app, Fire TV and Airtel Xtreme for free! !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s) if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function()n.callMethod? n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments); if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0'; n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0; t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)(window,document,'script', 'https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/fbevents.js'); fbq('init', '311356416665414'); fbq('track', 'PageView'); [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Amazon MX Player’s blockbuster series Aashram has once again raised the bar, captivating over 250 million viewers across India. The latest instalment, Aashram S3 Part 2, has topped Ormax Media’s most-watched streaming originals list for four consecutive weeks, cementing its status as India’s most beloved OTT franchise.   Amazon MX Player's 'Aashram S3 Part 2' Starring Bobby Deol, Continues to Shatter Records as India's Most-watch Series   Audience mix myth busted, reach expanded Amazon’s shopping profiles reveal that 77% of viewers are tech-savvy, while 64% are fashion-forward, reflecting a highly engaged and trend-conscious fan base. Aashram has shattered the myth that crime dramas appeal only to male audiences, over 20% of its audiences being women. The series resonated across age groups, from young adults to 25+ year old viewers. Aashram resonates with pan-India audiences across both metros/Tier 1 cities, as well as Tier 2/3 cities. While Hindi remains the dominant language, the series also gained traction for Bengali, Tamil, and Telugu dubbed versions.   Unprecedented buzz and innovative marketing The series attracted multiple sponsors with Vimal being the presenting sponsor, co-powered by Lahori Zeera, Lux Nitro, and special partners including KEI Wires & Cables, Kenstar and Zandu Fast Relief. Trailer released on YouTube trended on YouTube for 23 days, amassing 24 million views. The 360-marketing plan was amplified through TV, digital, outdoor and social media, fuelled a nationwide frenzy. Collaboration between Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal, where Baba Nirala ‘granted’ his unique wish of becoming an opener drove high engagement with 6.3 million views and 850k engagement.   Bobby Deol, reflecting on the overwhelming response, added, "Aashram has been a defining journey for me, and the love it continues to receive is truly humbling. This season, the stakes are higher, the drama is deeper, and the impact is greater than ever before. Seeing fans embrace Baba Narala’s journey with such enthusiasm is incredibly rewarding!"   National Award-winning director Prakash Jha expressed his gratitude, stating, “The journey of Baba Nirala continues to enthrall Indians. Every season, we push boundaries to make Aashram more intense, compelling, and relevant. I am deeply grateful for the unwavering love and enthusiasm of our audience.”   Karan Bedi, Director and Head of Amazon MX Player shared, “Aashram is a tribute to Indian viewers. It’s phenomenal success reaffirms our commitment to delivering high-quality, free entertainment to audiences across India. The overwhelming response to Aashram S3 Part 2 has been extraordinary, driven by its gripping storytelling and outstanding performances. We are grateful to our sponsors for their support and helping us bring compelling stories to life.”   The latest episodes are now streaming for free exclusively on Amazon MX Player, available through its apps on mobile, Amazon’s shopping app, Prime Video, Fire TV, Airtel Xtreme and Connected TVs.   About Amazon MX Player Massive and engaged audience reach: Amazon MX Player is India’s leading free, premium, ad-supported (AVOD) streaming service, attracting over 250 million unique users every month. With over 1.4 billion downloads on the Google Play Store, it is one of India’s most popular apps. Diversity of audiences: The audience is diverse and evenly split between young adults and viewers aged 25+, with 50% belonging to NCCS A households, according to Kantar TGI. MX Player sees strong engagement across metros and Tier 1 cities, while also commanding a significant following in Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets, making it a truly pan-India entertainment hub. Diverse and award-winning content: The service offers a rich and diverse selection

of web series, reality shows, blockbuster international titles, and an extensive movie library. Amazon MX Player will launch 100+ new shows in 2025 including returning seasons of fan favorite series and marquee shows. With a strong focus on original storytelling, it has delivered some of India’s biggest hits, including Aashram, Campus Diaries, Jamnapaar, Half CA, Bhaukaal, Raktanchal, Sixer, Hip Hop India, Who’s Your Gynac, Hunter, and more. Beyond Indian originals, MX Player also curates top international content from Korea, China, Turkey, and beyond, dubbed in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu under its MX Vdesi offering. Industry-leading advertising offering: Amazon MX Player leveraging trillions of Amazon’s shopping signals, with which it enables brands to connect with highly relevant audiences for their products and services. Its innovative ad formats, including shoppable and immersive ads, achieve click-through rates (CTRs) up to 6-7 times higher than industry averages, ensuring strong returns for advertisers. Ease of access: The service can be easily accessed through its own apps on mobile and connected TVs, on Prime Video, Amazon’s shopping app, Fire TV and Airtel Xtreme for free! !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s) if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function()n.callMethod? n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments); if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0'; n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0; t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)(window,document,'script', 'https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/fbevents.js'); fbq('init', '311356416665414'); fbq('track', 'PageView'); [ad_2] Source link

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Bobby Deol shares BTS moments from ‘Aashram’

Mumbai: Hindi film actor Bobby Deol, who essays the role of “Baba Nirala” in the popular series Aashram, has shared some glimpses from the filming of the third season and called it “not-so-badnaam” moments. Bobby took to Instagram, where he shared a handful of images from the sets, which also features filmmaker Prakash Jha. The first photo shows Bobby in the attire of Baba Nirala seated on an…

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Prakash Jha’s best films: A look at his cinematic legacy on his 73rd birthday : Birthday wishes From Bandya Mama

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Ashrama Season 4 Review

Web Series -Ashrama Season 4

Cast – Bobby Deol. Aditi Pohanlar. Chandan Roy Sanyal, Darshan Kumar, Tridha Chaudhary, & Others

Director – Prakash Jha

Episodes – 5

Where To Watch – Amazon Mx Player

The trailer of Part 2 shows Pammi (Aditi Pohankar) returning to Ashrama and apologizing to Baba for her mistakes, but what is her purpose in returning? On the other hand, Baba Nirala (Bobby Deol) continues to take advantage of the blind faith of his followers. On the other hand, Pammi is trying to collect all the proof against Baba Nitala. All these are showcased with a blend of drama and mystery.

Quick Review

• The series, directed by Prakash Jha, follows the story of Pammi (Aditi Pohankar), who returns to Ashrama to expose Baba Nirala's true nature. • The show's plot revolves around Pammi's attempts to gather evidence against Baba Nirala, a character with deep-seated deceit. • The series' plot is a blend of drama and mystery, with the first three episodes appearing slow and the first three episodes being a bit boring. • The show's focus is on three characters- Bobby Deol, Chandan Roy Sanyal, and Aditi Pohakar- who have strong performances. • Despite the show's fast-paced climax, the show lacks depth in its characters. • The series is praised for its strong screen presence, with actors like Bobby Deol, Aditi Pohanlar, Chandan Roy Sanyal, Darshan Kumar, and Tridha Chaudhary delivering powerful performances.

 Review

Ashrama is probably one of the most popular series in the country. The series has a huge fan following. Part 2 answered all the questions left unanswered in Part 1. Season 3 also followed the same template of the devotion of people towards Baba Nirala, but as it is said, “huge fame also brings huge enemies”. The phrase proves true when Pammi returns to the Ashram, whose intention is clear like water to expose the real face of Baba Nirala, but all these now that easy it looks and now the whole basis of will Pammi succeed in her plans.

 The maker's Intention was clear to wind up the show, and they succeeded in it. The way this season starts may look slow with Pammi returning to Ashrama, creating a drought, which is also seen in the trailer on the Baba. Nirala continues to take advantage of his followers. The 5-episode series takes time to build up, and the first 3 Episodes may look a bit boring, but the fans of the Ashrama Series want to know the behind “Baba Nirala becoming Godman all these are shown in a 10 minutes background story probably the best part of the show the 10 minutes is interesting and lift a series a level up combing with characters like Hukum Singh adds a political flavour in series.

  Coming to actor’s performances. The 5 Episode series primarily focuses only on three characters Bobby Deol, Chandan Roy Sanyal, and Aditi Pohakar and these three actors lifted the show with their acting three actors carried the show on their shoulders, Especially Bobby Deol Justifies his presence in his roles of Baba Nirala and Monty with a negative shade in the character showcases his versatility as actors also having support from Darshan Kumar, Vikram Kochar, and others. Those who have seen previous seasons must be aware of terms like “Shudhikaran”, Prasad, etc, help the show maintain a tone familiar to the audience.

 On the flip side, I miss depth in the characters in the series. Monty’s  Journey of Becoming Baba Nirala is probably the best part of the show. In contrast, it showed haste with the twist in the climax, which may surprise the audience, but whatever happens just in a flash, not only in climax many situations need more depth when Baba got arrested could add more drama at the same time makers adds an element of logic in series. Read More

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Prakash Jha’s best films: A look at his cinematic legacy on his 73rd birthday : Birthday wishes From Pradip Madgaonkar

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Alka Amin, Ram Awana, Sheeba Chaddha, Shaji Chaudhary, Dolphin Dubey, Praveen Hingonia, Swar Hingonia, Amardeep Jha, Paritosh Sand, Mahesh Sharma, Gyan Prakash, Jeetu Shastri, Alka Badola Kaushal, Jashan Singh Kohli,