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Celebrating Suchitra Sen’s onscreen-chemistry with Dev Anand on her 94th birth anniv

Akshay Dev Bindra from Kumkum Bhagya shares his heartfelt bond with his dog, Laila Bindra, on National Pet Day. He emphasizes Laila's role as a family member, offering unconditional love and comfort. Akshay cherishes the simple moments and acknowledges the profound impact Laila has had on his life, highlighting the joy pets bring.

The release of the film 'L2: Empuraan' on March 27, 2025 initiated a discourse regarding its music by composer Deepak Dev. In response to criticism, Dev mentioned that the music was shaped by director Prithviraj Sukumaran's vision for a Hollywood-like feel. While background music can elevate scenes, excessive use can be overwhelming. Effective collaboration between the director and composer can result in impactful music, as highlighted by various industry professionals.

Ajith Kumar's action film *Good Bad Ugly* has achieved significant success, surpassing USD 1 million at the North American box office within four days. The film's strong performance reflects Ajith Kumar's popularity and the growing global fanbase for South Indian cinema. Domestically, the film has earned over Rs 85 crore, establishing itself as a major Tamil hit.

Despite Prithviraj Sukumaran and Mohanlal’s movie 'L2: Empuraan' receiving decent box office collections, Deepak Dev's music faced criticism. Gopi Sundar defended Dev, calling him an 'incredibly talented musician,' in response to social media negativity. The debate escalated into a comparison of their works. Additionally, Gopi Sundar indicated plans to return to the Malayalam film industry, promising to work on his terms and hoping for consideration in mainstream projects, aiming to deliver a new phase of his musical journey.

Aakash Kumar (25) was arrested for creating a public nuisance in a Delhi Metro train by pretending to drink alcohol and eat eggs to gain social media fame. The act, captured in a viral video on the Pink Line, led to a complaint by Karkardooma Metro's Senior Station Manager. Kumar was apprehended by Metro Police on April 8.

The Uttarakhand High Court questioned the selective application of 'holy place' designations in Rishikesh, where liquor licenses for six vendors were denied renewal. The court highlighted the irony of allowing liquor service in bars and restaurants while restricting retail vendors, deeming it a paradoxical approach.

Telangana's Governor Jishnu Dev Varma is yet to approve the Backward Classes Reservation Bill. The bill aims to increase reservation for Backward Classes in local bodies. The Congress government wants to hold local body elections under the new law. The Governor approved the Telangana Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Reservation Bill.

Team India secured victories in the 2024 T20 World Cup and the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy under Rohit Sharma's leadership. With Rohit's future uncertain, Kapil Dev supports Hardik Pandya as the new white-ball captain, citing his youth and team-building potential for upcoming ICC events. Hardik Pandya is currently active only in white-ball formats for India, having last played a Test match over six years ago.

Fans of the Lucifer franchise are abuzz with speculation about the title of the third installment, following L2: Empuraan. Music director Deepak Dev hinted that ‘Azrael’ might indeed be the title, derived from a song sung by Usha Uthup in Empuraan. While an official confirmation is pending, the word Azrael, associated with the Angel of Death in various religious traditions, adds an intriguing layer to the trilogy. Dev’s insights suggest the continuation of the franchise’s organic thematic elements.

Mouni Roy has addressed the online criticism surrounding speculations about her alleged plastic surgery. The actress stated that she doesn't pay attention to the negative remarks and trolls, choosing not to let them affect her.

Jeevay Sanjha Punjab (JSP), a Pakistan-based organization, has released a guidebook documenting 42 Sikh historical shrines in the Lahore district of Pakistan, aiming to revive memories lost since the partition. The guidebook details the history, location, and associated land of each shrine, many of which are now in ruins or have disappeared.

In Bengaluru, a civil engineer named Puneeth caused an accident near Dr Ambedkar College in Nagarabhavi, injuring two pedestrians and damaging six two-wheelers. Puneeth lost control of his car, hitting the victims and parked vehicles. While not intoxicated, he claimed he swerved to avoid pedestrians, mistakenly accelerating instead of braking.

Punjabis worldwide have formed the United Punjab Federation (UPF) to advocate for unrestricted access to Pakistani gurdwaras. Jaspal Singh Atwal, UPF patron, stated the organization has appealed to Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Shah, seeking 'khule darshan deedar.