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Thudarum’s Prakash Varma went from Zoology to ads. Now, he’s Malayalam cinema’s breakout star

‘I was wondering if people would take it well, watching him treat Mohanlal like that,” said Varma's wife, Sneha Iype. But Kerala's audience has declared that Varma stole the show.

Mamukkoya’s legacy more than Malayalam movie memes. His secular politics a shining light

Mamukkoya carved out an irreplaceable spot in the hearts of Malayalis with his character Gafoorka in the 1987 film Nadodikkattu starring Mohanlal and Sreenivasan.

Bell bottoms, cigarettes and alavalathi Shaji—Jayan was Malayalam cinema’s macho man

His distinctive dialogue delivery inspired a veritable Jayan mimicry industry in the 1990s & early 2000s, making his lines familiar to younger generations.

SonyLIV’s Wonder Women no DC magnum opus. But it shows female grit, pregnancy to sisterhood

A warm cup of soup on a cold winter day, this film is sure to take you on a journey to self-discovery.

Dileep, the Malayalam cinema titan felled by his hubris

Dileep, accused of getting an actress abducted and sexually assaulted, rose from a mimicry artiste to become one of the three big stars of Malayalam cinema.

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In 100 yrs of RSS, even opponents lent their voices to Hindu cause: Dattatreya Hosabale

The progress of the Sangh has always rested on society’s constant support. Because its work remained in tune with the spirit of the people, acceptance grew steadily over time.

Market regulator SEBI clears Adani Group of impropriety alleged by Hindenburg Research

SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.

In Nepal, young dreams of serving in Indian Army crash as Agnipath halts a centuries-old tradition

Since 1815, Nepali Gorkhas have served in Indian & British Armies, as well as in Bihar, Bengal & Assam Police. Since Agnipath scheme came in, no Nepal-domiciled Gorkha has enlisted.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.