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Hans India
01-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Bihar: Relief for MLA's rival as court grants him bail in Mokama firing case
Patna: Sonu Singh, known as the arch-rival of former Mokama MLA Anant Singh, has been granted bail by the Barh court on Tuesday, marking a major relief after nearly six months in jail. The process for Sonu Singh's release from Bhagalpur High Security Jail will begin soon. Sonu Singh was arrested on January 24, 2025, two days after a violent clash on January 22, in Nauranga Jalalpur village, Mokama, under Pachmahala police station limits. The incident involved Sonu, his brother Monu, and Anant Singh with his supporters. The dispute began over a brick kiln business managed by Mukesh Kumar of Hemja village, with Sonu-Monu accusing Mukesh of embezzling Rs 65 lakh and locking his house. Mukesh approached Anant Singh for help. When the issue escalated, Anant Singh and his supporters arrived in 10 vehicles, leading to a huge confrontation. More than 100 rounds of firing took place between them. Sources have said that both sides used sophisticated weapons during the firing of each other. An intense gunfight and violence emerged on that occasion, but Patna police claimed to have recovered only three shells from the scene. One of Anant Singh's supporters was injured in that firing incident. He sustained a gunshot injury to his leg. The incident attracted national attention, raising questions about Bihar's law and order as both parties continued media interactions post-incident before arrests were made. Sonu Singh was arrested first, followed by Anant Singh's surrender at Barh court the same day. Sonu was initially lodged in Phulwarisharif Jail, Patna, and later shifted to Bhagalpur Jail. Anant Singh is currently in Beur Jail, Patna, with his bail hearing expected soon. Sonu Singh's legal team will now proceed with formalities for his release. The case remains politically sensitive in Mokama and Bihar's undercurrent politics as Anant Singh's bail plea is also pending.
eNCA
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- eNCA
SA Film, "Dont Give Up" wins at Monte-Carlo Festival
JOHANNESBURG - A South African production has received international recognition at the Monte-Carlo Television Festival. Don't Give Up , produced by Anant Singh and starring Leleti Khumalo, won Best Creation in the Fiction category at the Golden Nymph Awards. READ: Cinema | Family drama 'Sabbatical' hits SA big screens Actress Leleti Khumalo and producer Anant Singh discussed the film's journey and impact during an interview with eNCA.
News24
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
‘We came back home with it' - Leleti Khumalo celebrates big win at international film festival
It was a day the about the lights, cameras and action. The film and television industry has been her bread and butter for as long as we've known her. From Sarafina, Invictus, to Yesterday and Free State, Leleti Khumalo has poured her heart out on our screens. After years of being on screen, Leleti finally took the leap of faith in 2018 by going behind the scenes. While leading the cast on Imbewu: The Seed, the icon co-produced the drama series alongside Duma kaNdlovu and Anat Singh. The series placed a scandalous focus on the KZN-based families of the Bhengus and Rampersads as they navigate love, betrayal, and loyalty. Read more | Leleti Khumalo, Duma Ndlovu, Anant Singh say they're proud of their creation as Imbewu comes to end Five years later, the series was canned after garnering a solid, loyal viewership on This was just the start of a whole new illustrious chapter for her. And this past weekend was evident of this. At the 64th edition of the Monte-Carlo Television Festival, Leleti was honoured for her film, Don't Give Up. A film where she collaborated with Darrel James Roodt, the director of the Oscar-nominated film Yesterday in which Leleti starred, along with Anant Singh, who was also in attendance at the prestigious award ceremony. Taking the excitement to her Instagram page, Leleti celebrates the win. 'And just like that, Savela sabuya nayo indondo (We came back with the award). The Monte-Carlo Television Festival awarded us the Golden Nymph award in the 'Special Creation' category for the film 'Don't Give Up'. In its 64th edition this year, the Monte-Carlo Television festival has become one of the most prestigious international television festivals in the world, showcasing quality content from around the world, including digital platforms. The festival is considered to be the television equivalent of the Oscars in Europe.' Read more | 30 Inspiring Drum Women | 'The young ones now call me Dr Gogo' – iconic actress Thembi Mtshali-Jones 'An absolute honour to have gone up and accepted this award with my producer, Anant Singh, someone who is always by my side in my career. Another huge thank you to our director, Darrell James Roodt. I'm forever grateful to work with you. Thank you to Their Serene Highnesses Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco for so warmly welcoming and congratulating us in your beautiful country,' she continued. President Cyril Ramaphosa has since congratulated the trio for their victory.
News24
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
Golden Nymph triumph: Ramaphosa congratulates Leleti Khumalo and Anant Singh
President Cyril Ramaphosa congratulated Leleti Khumalo and Anant Singh for winning the Golden Nymph Award at the Monte-Carlo Television Festival for the short film Don't Give Up. The film, a heart-wrenching portrayal of Johannesburg's homeless, won Best Creation. 'I congratulate Leleti Khumalo and Anant Singh for flying our flag and for spotlighting one of our nation's socio-economic challenges,' reads a post on the president's X account. President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated actor Leleti Khumalo and film producer Anant Singh for their win at the 64th Monte-Carlo Television Festival. The short film Don't Give Up, starring Khumalo, produced by Singh and written and directed by Darrell Roodt, won the festival's Golden Nymph Award in the Best Creation category. The awards ceremony took place on Tuesday, 17 June and in attendance were Prince Albert and Princess Charlene, who presented two awards. PascalThe festival, originally created by Prince Rainier III of Monaco and now under the patronage of Prince Albert, showcases the best of television worldwide. The free festival is open to everyone and runs over five days, culminating with the closing ceremony and the Golden Nymph presentation. On Thursday, President Ramaphosa shared on X that he bumped into Khumalo at OR International Airport during his travels to and from the G7 Leaders' Summit in Canada. 'Leleti did have something to declare: she'd returned from the Monte-Carlo Television Festival in Monaco, where she and acclaimed film producer Anant Singh had won the prestigious Golden Nymph Award for their work on the short film Don't Give Up, which portrays life on the streets of Johannesburg for a begging mother of two. 'I congratulate Leleti Khumalo and Anant Singh for flying our flag and for spotlighting one of our nation's socio-economic challenges,' reads the post. On my travels to and from the G7 Leaders' Summit in Canada, I had the good and proud fortune of bumping into our veteran star performer Leleti Khumalo at OR Tambo International Airport. Leleti did have something to declare: she'd returned from the Monte Carlo Television Festival… — Cyril Ramaphosa 🇿🇦 (@CyrilRamaphosa) June 19, 2025 The film follows Faith, a homeless beggar and a single mother of two young sons, Lucky and Siyabonga, who live in an abandoned car in an alleyway in central Johannesburg. 'One day, while washing her sons at a tap in a bus depot, Faith is assaulted by a security guard. In her bid to escape this battering, she and her sons try to run away, but Siyabonga gets caught in the wire fence and almost has his thumb ripped off. Faith is unable to help him beyond wrapping it up in a torn piece of her skirt. She begs for money from disinterested commuters on her corner,' reads the synopsis. Watch the trailer here. Accepting the award, Khumalo thanked the festival, the Videovision team and director Darrell Roodt 'who came up with this amazing project.' She continued: 'And I thank Anant for always believing in me and for always having faith in me. To the Prince and Princess, thank you for having us here in Monte Carlo, and I'd also like to thank my family for always supporting the work I do. Thank you so much; this is humbling.' Stephane Cardinale - Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images Singh said that winning was a pleasant surprise. 'This is a film about homeless people who have no voice and has no dialogue. It is essentially a homage to the silent movie and it represents homeless people all around the world, and the music of Philip Glass and Peter Gabriel give it that special magic. 'We are delighted to have this little South African film about homeless people win this special prize. I'd like to acknowledge the creation of these awards by Prince Rainier and Princess Grace, acknowledge your Highness Prince Albert, for continuing to celebrate the creative communities, which is so important. It's my third year here at the Festival, and I am delighted to take home this Golden Nymph with Leleti.'
TimesLIVE
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
Ramaphosa lauds Leleti and Anant for flying the SA flag high in Monte Carlo
President Cyril Ramaphosa has lauded actress Leleti Khumalo and film producer Anant Singh for winning the prestigious Golden Nymph Award, at the 64th Monte Carlo Television Festival in Monaco, Europe. While travelling from the G7 Leaders' Summit in Canada, Ramaphosa had an encounter with Leleti at OR Tambo International Airport where she showed him her accolade for the short film Don't Give Up. 'I had the good and proud fortune of bumping into our veteran star performer Leleti Khumalo. Leleti did have something to declare: she'd returned from the Monte Carlo Television Festival in Monaco, where she and acclaimed film producer Anant Singh had won the prestigious Golden Nymph Award for their work on the short film, Don't Give Up, which portrays life on the streets of Johannesburg for a begging mother of two. 'I congratulate Leleti Khumalo and Anant Singh for flying our flag and for spotlighting one of our nation's socioeconomic challenges,' he wrote on X.
