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India.com
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Made in Rs 70 crore, This film was banned in Pakistan, became blockbuster in India, Pakistani Prime Minister regrets banning the film, name is…, earned Rs…
Pakistan's former federal information minister, Marriyum Aurangzeb, has expressed regret over the 2017 ban on Aamir Khan's Dangal, stating it stifled a film that could have inspired many young girls. The decision, made without even viewing the film, remains one she wishes she could undo. Why was Dangal banned in Pakistan? Dangal, the 2016 sports-drama starring Aamir Khan, was hugely successful in India and China, and was poised for release in Pakistan after a ban on Indian films was lifted around 2016–17. However, Pakistan's Central Board of Film Censors raised objections to pivotal scenes featuring the Indian national flag and anthem, pushing the authorities to reject the film unless those were removed. Minister Aurangzeb later regretted the ban In a recent podcast, Aurangzeb revealed she had never watched the movie before approving its ban. After finally viewing Dangal roughly 18 months later, she admitted her error, 'Yes, if there is one regret that I have when I was the Federal information minister it was banning the screening of Dangal in Pakistan … When I saw the film after a year and a half, I realised my decision to approve the ban was wrong. It was a film which was inspirational for our girls and was close to home.' Aamir Khan refused to edit the film Aamir Khan stood firm on preserving the integrity of his film. On Aap Ki Adalat, he revealed Pakistan authorities had demanded cuts to scenes showing the flag and anthem. He declined, stating, 'Anyone who asks us to remove our national flag and national anthem … I don't want that business.' What Dangal achieved despite the ban Despite missing Pakistani screens, Dangal became one of the highest-grossing Indian films ever, garnering over Rs 2,000 Cr globally, made in just Rs 70 crore, with significant earnings from China and beyond. Its themes of female empowerment resonated across borders, making the ban even more regrettable in hindsight. Why the regret matters now Between 2008 and 2019, Pakistani audiences embraced Indian cinema from Dangal to Sultan and Bajrangi Bhaijaan. But since the 2019 reinstatement of the ban, cinemas have struggled without Bollywood hits. Aurangzeb's admission highlights the cultural and artistic loss created by reacting first and thinking later.
Business Recorder
16 hours ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Rs818.79bn supplementary, excess demands for grants okayed by NA
ISLAMABAD: Despite fierce opposition heckling, the National Assembly on Friday approved supplementary and excess demands for grants totalling Rs818.79 billion for the financial years 2023-24 and 2024-25, greenlighting additional spending across federal ministries and divisions. The breakdown reveals Rs398.93 billion in supplementary grants approved for 2023-24, Rs389.86 billion for 2024-25, along with excess demands for grants of Rs30 billion for 2023-24. The documents tabled before the House included the Schedule of Authorized Expenditure for the fiscal year 2025-26, the Schedule of Supplementary Authorized Expenditure for the fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25, and the Schedule of Excess Authorized Expenditure for 2023-24. Govt to present Rs203.34bn supplementary, excess grants in NA today Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb laid key budgetary documents before the House in accordance with Article 83 of the Constitution of Pakistan. Aurangzeb expressed heartfelt gratitude to members of both the government and opposition for their active participation and valuable input in the federal budget process for the fiscal year 2025-26. Addressing the National Assembly after the passage of budget, the finance minister said there was no doubt that contributions, and constructive feedback from both sides of the aisle had played a vital role in the successful completion of the budget process. He appreciated members of the treasury as well as the opposition for openly expressing their views during the debate, describing it as a hallmark of democratic culture. He especially thanked the speaker of the National Assembly for allowing the opposition full opportunity to share their opinions, thereby, lending greater legitimacy to the parliamentary proceedings. Senator Aurangzeb also acknowledged the efforts of parliamentary staff, officers, and other government employees who worked diligently throughout the session. He lauded the secretaries and additional secretaries of both the National Assembly and Senate, commending their dedication and professionalism. The minister made special mention of the legislative team that worked tirelessly, often through the night, to ensure error-free documentation of the budget. He also recognised the contribution of the Law and Justice Division headed by Senator AzamNazeerTarar. Further appreciation was extended to the teams of the Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services (PIPS), both in the opposition lobby and the National Assembly library, for their constant support and timely assistance during the budget session. In recognition of the relentless efforts of officers and employees of the National Assembly, Senate, and various government departments, the minister announced a special honorarium equivalent to five basic salaries. He also extended gratitude to the Chairman of the Senate Standing Committee on Finance. The grants approved by the House included, Airports Security Force, emergency relief and repatriation, Intelligence Bureau, atomic energy, Pakistan Nuclear Regulatory Authority, Communications Division, Defence Division, federal government educational institutions in cantonments and garrisons, Defence Production Division, Economic Affairs Division, miscellaneous expenditure of Economic Affairs Division, Power Division, Higher Education Commission, superannuation allowances and pensions, grants, subsidies and miscellaneous expenditure, Housing and Works Division, Information and Broadcasting Division, Information Technology and Telecommunication Division, Interior Division, Islamabad Capital Territory, combined civil armed forces, Law and Justice Division, National Accountability Bureau, National Food Security and Research Division, National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination Division, Railways Division, Water Resources Division, federal miscellaneous investments and other loans and advances, development expenditure of ERRA, development expenditure of Suparco, development expenditure of Power Division, development expenditure of Finance Division, development expenditure of Interior Division, development expenditure of Water Resources Division, capital outlay on Maritime Affairs Division, Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Division, Pakistan Post Office Department, defence services, Power Division, Federal Education and Professional Training Division, grants, subsidies and miscellaneous expenditure, Federal Board of Revenue, Foreign Affairs Division, National Commission for Human Rights, National Commission on the Status of Women, Industries and Production Division, Information and Broadcasting Division, Interior Division, combined civil armed forces, National Accountability Bureau, National Food Security and Research Division, National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination Division, development expenditure of Board of Investment, development expenditure of Special Investment Facilitation Council Division, development expenditure of Defence Division, development expenditure of Power Division, development expenditure of Finance Division, development expenditure of Inter Provincial Coordination Division and capital outlay on Civil Works. 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First Post
a day ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
Pakistan's Provincial Minister Maryam Aurangzeb regrets ban on Aamir Khan starrer ‘Dangal': 'It was a film which was...'
Maryam Aurangzeb, who is now a senior minister in the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PMLN) in Punjab, said she had just become the information minister when Dangal was released. read more A minister in Pakistan's Punjab province says she regrets not allowing Aamir Khan's 'Dangal' to release in the country in 2017. Maryam Aurangzeb, who is now a senior minister in the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PMLN) in Punjab, said she had just become the information minister when 'Dangal' was released. 'Yes, if there is one regret that I have when I was the Federal Information Minister, it was banning the screening of 'Dangal' in Pakistan,' Aurangzeb said on a popular podcast. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'It was my first meeting with the censor board representatives and information ministry people and they recommended a ban on screening of the film giving some reasons for this,' she added. Aurangzeb said she approved the ban though she had not seen the film. In those days, the government allowed the release of Indian films in Pakistan. 'One and half year later, I got a chance to see the film and I realised my decision to approve the ban was wrong. It was a film which was inspirational for our girls and was close to home,' she said. Though Indian films and actors remain hugely popular in Pakistan, the government has placed a ban on their screening in the country since 2019. Indian films were screened in Pakistani cinemas between 2008 to 2019 and did excellent business. Since the ban, dozens of cinema houses have gone out of business and are struggling to survive on Hollywood movies as the production quality of Pakistani films remains very low.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Fatehabad to Sindoorpuram, Badshahi Bagh to Brahma Bagh: Agra zila panchayat proposes changes in names
The Agra zila panchayat has proposed to change the names of Fatehabad to Sindoorpuram and the Badshahi Bagh area of the town to Brahma Bagh, said officials on Thursday. The resolution was passed during the zila panchayat's board meeting on June 23 unanimously. The proposal was put forth by zila Panchayat chairperson Manju Bhadoria in the meeting. 'It will now be sent to the state government for approval for a final decision,' Bhadoria told The Indian Express. Bhadoria said the new names were decided to celebrate the success of Operation Sindoor. 'It is also to honour those who lost their lives in the Pahalgam terror attack and our forces. This came to our mind that Fatehabad constituency is a symbol of slavery and so the name be changed to Sindoorpuram from Fatehabad,' said the chairperson. She also said before 1658, Fatehabad was known as Samugarh. 'Aurangzeb changed the name to Fatehabad after he won in the battle. In Samugarh, Aurangzeb also built Badshahi Bagh. We have also proposed that the name of Badshahi Bagh be changed to Brahma Bagh on the name of the Lord Brahma or the BrahMos Missile,' Bhadauria said. 'We want every resident of Agra to understand the significance of the operation Sindoor. It was unanimously passed by all the 51 members of the constituency,' she added.
Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Vicky Kaushal makes candid comment on marrying Katrina Kaif, Kareena Kapoor Khan confesses on size zero diet
Kareena Kapoor Khan is one of the most versatile actresses, who has amazed everyone with her finesse. And so has Vicky Kaushal. While the former has completed 25 years in the industry, Vicky also has a remarkable journey spanning over a decade to celebrate. Well, the two haven't shared screen space yet, but recently, they collaborated for an interview. During the segment, Katrina Kaif's name also showed up. Talking to The Hollywood Reporter India, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Vicky Kaushal candidly opened up about their experiences and shared unheard anecdotes. In one of the segments, the Tashan actress mentioned that it might be the first time that two actors have sat across each other and talked about their journey. Without mentioning Katrina Kaif, Vicky joked and remarked, "No, last time I sat across an actor and chatted with her, I got married to her." After listening to his response, Kareena laughed and said, "But thankfully, we are both married." Further, Vicky expressed hope that the collaboration might lead them to do a film together. Kareena Kapoor Khan spills beans about her foodie side In the same interview, the Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham actress also shed light on her foodie Punjabi gene. Kareena revealed that she used to eat parathas for breakfast during the Tashan movie, referring to her iconic size-zero phase. Not only this, but she declared that aloo paratha needs to be on her plate every few days, that too with white butter. For the unversed, earlier, Karan Johar announced a film titled Takht. It was reported that the project focused on the war between Dara Shikoh and Aurangzeb for the Mughal Empire. Alongside Anil Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, Ranveer Singh, and Janhvi Kapoor, it also featured Kareena Kapoor Khan. Unfortunately, the film reportedly got shelved after facing multiple setbacks. On the work front, Bollywood's OG diva Kareena was last seen in Singham Again alongside Ajay Devgn, Deepika Padukone, and others. On the other hand, Vicky left his fans impressed with his latest theatrical release Chhaava.
