AIMIM Bihar president and MLA Akhtarul Iman reacted to the suspension of Maharashtra SP MLA Abu Azmi over his statement on Aurangzeb. Iman criticized the BJP, saying they use politics of hatred for political gain. He called Aurangzeb a noble emperor who lived simply, earning his livelihood by stitching caps, and didn't misuse taxpayers' money. He said Aurangzeb served the country, unifying India from Afghanistan to Burma (Myanmar), and treated both temples and mosques equally. Iman questioned why a controversy was being created over this. He urged the Supreme Court to take suo-motu action against such governments, calling the suspension of Abu Azmi unconstitutional.
06 March,2025 05:53 PM IST
Samajwadi Party (SP) MLA Abu Azmi was suspended for the entire Budget session of the Maharashtra Assembly following controversy over his remarks praising Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. Azmi called the suspension "injustice" and criticized the government's double standards. In response, SP president Akhilesh Yadav condemned the suspension, arguing that punishing individuals based on their ideology undermines freedom of expression. He defended his party’s representatives, calling the suspension a childish attempt to silence them. The controversy escalated when Azmi’s comments triggered an uproar in the Maharashtra Assembly. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde called for his suspension, leading to a heated debate. In the face of growing pressure, Azmi withdrew his controversial statement, clarifying that his words had been twisted. The suspension, which lasts until the session concludes on March 26, has sparked reactions from CM Yogi, BJP leaders Shahnawaz Hussain, Ram Kadam, and Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC.
05 March,2025 05:55 PM IST
Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Asim Azmi has been charged with offending religious sentiments following his remarks on Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. His comments, made on March 3rd, triggered significant controversy, leading to an adjournment in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly on March 4th. Azmi defended Aurangzeb's reign, claiming that India earned the title of the "Golden Bird" during his rule. He further described the emperor as "not a cruel leader." His statement sparked outrage, with Maharashtra's Deputy CM Eknath Shinde strongly condemning Azmi’s remarks, calling them false. The comments also led to protests outside the Maharashtra Assembly on March 4th, with leaders from the Mahayuti alliance, including BJP, NCP, and Shiv Sena, raising slogans and holding placards in protest. BJP leaders such as Sudhanshu Trivedi, Pawan Bhandari, and Ramcharan Rao criticized Azmi's statement, further intensifying the controversy.
05 March,2025 01:35 PM IST
The highlight of the ‘Next On Netflix 2025’ event came when the team from 'The Great Indian Kapil Show' hit the stage to announce Season 3. Kapil Sharma was joined by Krushna Abhishek, Sunil Grover, Archana Puran Singh, Kiku Sharda, and Rajiv Thakur, delivering non-stop laughs. As expected, Kapil stole the show with his hilarious one-liners.
05 February,2025 12:05 PM IST
The trailer for Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and Rashmika Mandanna as Maharani Yesubai, has finally arrived, offering an electrifying look at the legendary warrior's life. The film, set during the Maratha-Mughal conflict, follows Sambhaji's fierce battle to protect his land and legacy against the ruthless Mughal emperor Aurangzeb played by Akshaye Khanna. With intense action, including a jaw-dropping fight with a lion, the trailer promises an adrenaline-pumping journey filled with courage, sacrifice, and drama. Directed by Laxman Utekar and based on the Marathi novel 'Chhava' by Shivaji Sawant, Chhaava is set to release on February 14, 2025.
24 January,2025 10:00 AM IST
At the trailer launch of 'Chhaava,' the makers shared a humorous story about casting Akshaye Khanna as Aurangzeb. Director Laxman Utekar recalled Khanna's initial reaction, which was quite surprising. However, he was soon convinced when Utekar read the script to him in the style of how he envisioned Aurangzeb’s dialogue. Utekar praised working with Khanna, describing it as a wonderful experience, though he couldn’t attend the event due to prior commitments.
23 January,2025 05:05 PM IST
Bigg Boss 18 runner-up Vivian Dsena was spotted with his friends, family, and co-contestants at a success bash that was held in Mumbai. He cut a special cake with his wife Nouran Aly, while others cheered for him. Among those in attendance were Eisha Singh, Avinash Mishra, Chahat Pandey, Afreen Khan, Sana Khan, Ankita Lokhande, and Vicky Jain. Watch the video for more.
23 January,2025 10:28 AM IST
The grand premiere of the much-anticipated musical 'Life of Pi' took place at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in Mumbai. The event saw a stellar turnout of Bollywood celebrities, including Ayushmann Khurrana, Aditi Rao Hydari, Manushi Chillar, Alaya F, Anshula Kapoor, Shriya Pilgoankar with her father Sachin Pilgoankar, Wardha Khan Nadiawala, Shefali Shah, Sonali Bendre, Makrand Deshpande, fashion designer Anaita Shroff Adjania, and Mandira Bedi. The glamorous evening was orchestrated by Nita Ambani who is the chairperson and founder of the Reliance Foundation.
06 December,2024 08:15 PM IST
The film 'Jab Khuli Kitaab' had its grand screening at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). Directed and written by Saurabh Shukla, the film explores complex relationships through humour and features an ensemble cast, including Pankaj Kapur, Dimple Kapadia, Aparshakti Khurana, and Manasi Parekh. The cast expressed a mix of excitement and nervousness about the audience's reaction. Manasi Parekh, attending IFFI for the first time, was thrilled to work with veteran actors. Aparshakti Khurana and Pankaj Kapur both shared their joy and nerves about the film's screening. Saurabh Shukla expressed his happiness at having his film featured at the prestigious festival for the first time.
28 November,2024 05:33 PM IST
Rani Mukerji hosted a spectacular Diwali bash that brought together some of Bollywood’s most illustrious stars. The evening was a glittering affair, with beloved couples like Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif, Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra, Rakul Preet and Jackky Bhagnani, and Chunky and Bhavna Panday in attendance. Yet, the real showstoppers were Suhana Khan and Agastya Nanda, who arrived together, stirring up excitement with their rumoured romance. Suhana dazzled in a stunning golden saree that captured the light, while Agastya looked dapper in a classic black sherwani. The guest list also featured a mix of talent, including Siddhant Chaturvedi, Bhumi Pednekar, Sunny Kaushal, and Sonam Bajwa.
02 November,2024 03:09 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
