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India Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
64 unopened suitcases were found at Rajesh Khanna's home Aashirwaad after his death
Gautam Chintamani's 'Dark Star: The Loneliness of Being Rajesh Khanna' tells the story of the man who was India's first superstar - an icon, yet an enigma. While the book traces Khanna's meteoric rise in the film industry, it also paints him as a mystery - a man who reveled in his stardom and never abandoned his regal lifestyle, even during his excerpt from the book reveals how Khanna loved to splurge during his overseas trips. True to his king-like personality, he often bought gifts for people, but would frequently forget about them after writes in 'Dark Star' that after Khanna's death in 2012, as many as 64 packed suitcases were found at his bungalow, Aashirwaad, carrying gifts he had brought from abroad but never gave away. The excerpt reads:"Every time Khanna made an overseas trip, he returned with gifts. Sometimes he presented them to the people he had picked them up for, and sometimes he forgot about them. Many a times, he didn't even bother opening the suitcases he returned with. After his death, almost 64 unopened suitcases were found strewn across Aashirwaad - quite odd for someone who loved to play the host and lived to regale people he considered close." These unopened suitcases seemed to stand as a testament to Khanna's loneliness or selective companionship. He cherished having people around at his bungalow, often reminiscing about his glory days, his collaborators who were no longer around, and an industry that changed entirely by the book notes:"Rajesh Khanna's loneliness was not something that was locked or hidden from sight. Neither was it a burden left behind by unprecedented fame. As is evidenced by the unopened boxes, it was possibly ingrained deep within him." The author tries to read the symbolism of those unopened suitcases."Locked up in the suitcase of his heart was the need to be alone - something that had always existed. But the world was either too blinded by the radiance of the star or too lost in the darkness surrounding it to notice." Khanna, a superstar like no other, died in Mumbai on July 18, 2012, after a prolonged illness. He is survived by his wife, Dimple Kapadia, and daughters, Twinkle and Rinke Khanna.- EndsMust Watch
India Today
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Does 'Raj' in Yash Raj Films stand for Rajesh Khanna? The partnership that wasn't
Gautam Chintamani's 'Dark Star: The Loneliness of Being Rajesh Khanna', a story told through the actor's cinematic marvels and misses, includes an intriguing anecdote - one that may change how you look at Yash Raj Films (YRF).One of India's biggest film production houses, YRF was founded by Yash Chopra, known for directing classics, and revolutionising Bollywood's idea of romance. And it all began with 'Daag: A Poem of Love' (1973).advertisementStarring Rajesh Khanna, Sharmila Tagore and Rakhee in the lead roles, 'Daag' was Chopra's directorial debut under his own production banner. That Khanna and Chopra didn't collaborate again for over a decade despite the roaring success of the film is a well-known fact. What remains lesser known is the depth of their creative bond before the legendary fallout. As mentioned in 'Dark Star', Chopra had already established himself as a promising director but had worked only under his brother Baldev Raj Chopra's banner, BR Films. Yash Chopra wanted a fresh start, and in Rajesh Khanna, he saw that beginning. According to a section of the industry insiders, their rapport during the making of 'Daag' was so strong that they reportedly decided to co-produce the film. An excerpt from the book reads:The film also went on to create an urban legend that remains one of the Hindi film industry's most romanticized myths. According to a cross-section of people from within the industry, especially Khanna's close confidants, Rajesh Khanna and Yash Chopra had an unofficial agreement that 'Daag' would be a co-production between the two. Even though Yash Chopra, like his brother Baldev Raj Chopra, was officially Yash Raj Chopra, the presence of 'Raj' in Yash Raj Films banner is believed by many to stand for 'Rajesh' (sic). Even with Chopra's proven talent, the project may not have taken shape without Khanna's book further states: "If stories are to be believed, the circumstances in which Yash Chopra started his production house were far from rosy. It had been a decade since he started directing, and all his films had been for BR Chopra's production house, and it was Khanna, along with producer Gulshan Rai, who helped Yash in more ways than one when he decided to go independent (sic)."Khanna's presence in the film helped Yash put the project together with less difficulty than it otherwise might have entailed, because when 'Daag' was beginning to be filmed, Khanna was at the peak of his popularity. The falling out between Khanna and Yash Chopra following 'Daag' that resulted in the actor not featuring in any of the director's ventures over the next decade and a half, and Khanna teaming up with BR Chopra, add to the mystery surrounding the whole issue. But the perceived veracity of his tale depends largely on which side one chooses to view the whole affair from, as the bigger the myth, the more sides a story tends to have in the world of Hindi cinema (sic). What led to the rift between them remains a mystery. Chopra, in later interviews, hinted that he didn't want to deal with Khanna's infamous "tantrums," Khanna, on the other hand, claimed Chopra would make him work unnecessarily long hours."Regardless, the success of 'Daag' should have ideally inspired a creative partnership between Rajesh Jhanna and Yash Chopra, who had seen a successful collaboration with 'Ittefaq' too. But that wasn't meant to be (sic)," Chintamani it was not just Chopra's journey that Khanna played a role in. According to the book, Khanna is believed to have discovered the iconic writing duo Salim-Javed. But like Chopra, they too eventually drifted away.'Dark Star' notes:And while Chopra went on to helm 'Deewar' which, in a way, sealed Khanna's fate, Khanna not only had to be content with seeing Yash collaborate with the very man who would take away his crown, but was also at the receiving end of the wrath of Salim-Javed, the writing duo he practically discovered (sic). Rajesh Khanna, the first superstar of the Hindi cinema, died on July 18, 2012 in Mumbai after a prolonged illness. He is survived by his wife, Dimple Kapadia, and daughters, Twinkle and Rinke Khanna.- EndsMust Watch
Phone Arena
17-07-2025
- Phone Arena
U.S. Mobile announces unlimited high-speed data on all three networks
Receive the latest mobile news By subscribing you agree to our terms and conditions and privacy policy Unlimited Starter is also getting a meaningful upgrade. Dark Star now offers full unlimited high-speed data, while Warp and Light Speed double their high-speed caps from 35 GB to 70 GB. Starting August 18, new Starter customers on Warp will be assigned QCI-9 by default, with the option to upgrade to QCI-8 for $4 per month or $36 annually. However, existing customers who joined before that date keep QCI-8 permanently, at no extra cost. Users on the By the Gig plan can also opt for priority at lower prices. Dark Star users can now add QCI-8 for just $2. Warp will adopt the same structure on August 18. As with Starter, existing users will be grandfathered into QCI-8 at no charge. Roaming add-ons have been repriced. The 5 GB add-on now costs $30, down from $45, and includes 500 minutes and 500 texts. The 1 GB option remains $15. Recommended Stories The company also issued a fair use reminder, citing misuse by a small group of users who run constant speed tests or spoof devices to bypass limits. U.S. Mobile says continued abuse could harm performance for others. The updates begin rolling out August 1, applying to monthly and annual plan renewals. Users with renewal dates before that will receive the upgrade in their next billing cycle. Personally, I think these plans are definitely in line with what Americans are currently craving, which is lower prices with better benefits. For an MVNO like U.S. Mobile, which has access to all of the three big networks in the U.S., this is definitely a development to pay attention to. Unlimited Starter is also getting a meaningful upgrade. Dark Star now offers full unlimited high-speed data, while Warp and Light Speed double their high-speed caps from 35 GB to 70 GB. Starting August 18, new Starter customers on Warp will be assigned QCI-9 by default, with the option to upgrade to QCI-8 for $4 per month or $36 annually. However, existing customers who joined before that date keep QCI-8 permanently, at no extra on the By the Gig plan can also opt for priority at lower prices. Dark Star users can now add QCI-8 for just $2. Warp will adopt the same structure on August 18. As with Starter, existing users will be grandfathered into QCI-8 at no add-ons have been repriced. The 5 GB add-on now costs $30, down from $45, and includes 500 minutes and 500 texts. The 1 GB option remains $ encourage adoption, U.S. Mobile is including two free multi-network lines for up to two billing cycles on all Unlimited plans. This lets users test performance across all three networks before company also issued a fair use reminder, citing misuse by a small group of users who run constant speed tests or spoof devices to bypass limits. U.S. Mobile says continued abuse could harm performance for updates begin rolling out August 1, applying to monthly and annual plan renewals. Users with renewal dates before that will receive the upgrade in their next billing cycle. Personally, I think these plans are definitely in line with what Americans are currently craving, which is lower prices with better benefits. For an MVNO like U.S. Mobile, which has access to all of the three big networks in the U.S., this is definitely a development to pay attention to. Grab Surfshark VPN now at more than 50% off and with 3 extra months for free! Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer U.S. Mobile is rolling out a major expansion of its wireless plans that gives customers access to unlimited high-speed data across all three of its networks, starting August 1. According to the company's Reddit post , the Unlimited Premium plan now offers uncapped data on Warp, Light Speed, and Dark Star networks — with no 100 GB soft cap and no increase in network still offers its own strengths. Warp provides reliable domestic coverage, Light Speed focuses on international connectivity, and Dark Star brings flexibility with broad roaming access. With this update, Unlimited Premium users get seamless access to all three networks with full-speed data and expanded global are also some notable changes in network priority. Premium subscribers get default QCI-8 priority on Warp and Dark Star. QCI-7 will also be added to Dark Star soon. For hotspot usage, existing limits remain the same — 50 GB on Warp and Light Speed, while Dark Star continues offering unlimited hotspot with 100 GB at full speed, followed by 100 GB at 8 Mbps, then 600 coverage has also been improved. Users now get 20 GB of data, 200 minutes, and 250 texts abroad. Light Speed covers over 180 countries, Dark Star reaches 110 (41 of which are data-only), and Warp will expand from 12 to 125 countries by next month. Dark Star roaming is now standardized at 20 GB per country.
Android Authority
10-07-2025
- Business
- Android Authority
Have a unused BOGO offer or another promo? This carrier will let you gift it to someone else
US Mobile is known for many things, including its great multi-line features and its active communication with customers on Reddit and beyond. The carrier is also never afraid to think outside the box when it comes to setting itself apart from the competition. Its latest feature doesn't have an official name yet, but US Mobile has now made it easy to share extra lines and other promos with your friends and family. For those who don't know, US Mobile recently rolled out a new promotion that gave a free line to select customers on its Dark Star (AT&T) network . In addition, it sometimes offers extra perks like extended free trials and other line promotions, which are kept in the app as redeemable tiles. Previously, there was no easy way to transfer these features to another account — but that's no longer the case. As US Mobile explains via Reddit , this isn't a referral or a coupon. Instead, almost anything you aren't using can be passed to someone else. This new shareable feature is officially available now, though the exact offers you'll see will vary depending on your plan. US Mobile says you'll be able to share active lines, free trials, multi-network plans, and more. As for how it works, you can send an invite for any existing tiles to a family member, friend, or really anyone. Once you send it over, they take control over the billing and full control of that tile, but you retain control over the rest of your account. Some potential use cases include: Temporarily sharing a line with a family member or friend who's visiting the US from another country and temporarily needs service. When done, they can simply send the tile back your way. As a way to gift free lines to friends and family members if you aren't going to use them yourself. You can even share BOGO offers and more. Is this actually useful? In some situations, it absolutely could be. But let's be honest here, though, this is likely more about increasing its line activations and other stats than anything else. Ever since US Mobile rolled out its new, closer relationship with its Dark Star (AT&T) network, it has been working hard to attract new users. It has regularly offered promotions aimed specifically at Dark Star since then, which is likely down to whatever agreement AT&T and US Mobile reached, as the terms may have included a target for activations or other stipulations. That's just speculation, but it certainly wouldn't be surprising.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Critical One Makes Strategic Uranium Asset Divestment
TORONTO, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Critical One Energy Inc. (formerly Madison Metals Inc.) ('Critical One' or the 'Company') (CSE: CRTL) (OTCQB: MMTLF) (FSE: 4EF0) is pleased to announce that Dark Star Minerals Inc. ('Dark Star') (CSE: BATT) (FSE: P0W), a well-managed, uranium-focused, publicly-listed company, has entered into an acquisition agreement with Critical One to acquire 100% of its interests in the Khan and Cobra Uranium Projects, located in Namibia's highly prospective Erongo uranium province. 'Divesting the Company's uranium assets and focusing on the Howells Lake Antimony-Gold Project ('Howells Lake Project') enhances our shareholder value by strategically refining the Company's critical metals and minerals mission,' said Duane Parnham, Executive Chairman and CEO of Critical One. 'I believe this shift in our critical metals strategy aligns with global market trends driven by the energy transition, and will offer higher growth potential and improved returns. Howell Lake's antimony deposits allow us to capitalize on the rapidly growing demand for these critical metals. Plus, the project provides gold exploration upside in a period when the yellow metal's value is reaching all-time market highs.' Parnham added, 'By forming this alliance with Dark Star, our investment in uranium continues to have great potential. This divestiture allows Critical One to focus on its capital allocation on high-margin, high-demand critical minerals, thereby optimizing our portfolio for long-term profitability, reducing exposure to market risks, and strengthening our competitive position in a future-focused industry, ultimately driving sustainable value creation for shareholders.' Under the terms of the letters of intent agreement ('LOI'), Dark Star has the opportunity to acquire all of Critical One's interest in the Khan and Cobra Uranium Projects through staged cash payments and issuances of common shares to the Company over a two-year period. No fairness opinion or independent valuation of the uranium assets was sought by Critical One or Dark Star for this agreement. A summary of terms for the LOI is provided below, concurrently issued in the Dark Star news release dated June 12, 2025. Payment Date Cash Payment Amount Securities Issuance On the date of execution of this LOI (the 'LOI Execution Date') US$10,000 - Upon the later of: (a) the date that is five days of the LOI Execution Date; and (b) receipt of Exchange approval for the LOI - 200,000 common shares (each, a 'Share') of Dark Star Upon the execution of the Definitive Agreement (the 'Definitive Agreement Execution Date') US$150,000 14,000,000 Dark Star Shares On or before the date that is four (4) months from the Definitive Agreement Execution Date US$100,000 - On or before first anniversary of the Definitive Agreement Execution Date US$250,000 US$1,000,000 in Dark Star Shares On or before second anniversary of the Definitive Agreement Execution Date US$250,000 US$750,000 in Dark Star Shares Total: US$760,000 Once the staged cash and share issuances reach a combined value above US$3.5 million (as outlined in the table), Critical One will be granted a 2% gross overriding royalty on all metals produced from the two uranium projects. Upon signing of the LOI, Critical One received US$10,000 in cash and was issued 200,000 common shares of Dark Star, priced at CDN$0.075 at close of business on June 11, 2025. This will be followed by subsequent cash and common share payments in accordance with a definitive agreement to be signed within 60 days. The definitive agreement will be subject to the approval of the usual regulatory approvals. About Critical One Energy Inc. Critical One Energy Inc. (formerly Madison Metals Inc.) is a forward-focused critical minerals and upstream energy company, powering the future of clean energy and advanced technologies. The addition of the Howells Lake Antimony-Gold Project broadens the Company's exposure to antimony, one of the most in-demand critical minerals. Backed by seasoned management expertise and prime resource assets, Critical One is strategically positioned to meet the rising global demand for critical minerals and metals. Its mine exploration portfolio is led by antimony-gold exploration potential in Canada and uranium investment interests in Namibia, Africa. By leveraging its technical, managerial, and financial expertise, the Company upgrades and creates high-value projects, thereby driving growth and delivering value to its shareholders. Additional information about Critical One Energy Inc. can be found at and on the Company's SEDAR+ profile at For further information, please contact: Duane ParnhamExecutive Chairman & CEOCritical One Energy Inc. +1 (416) 489-0092ir@ Media inquiries: Adam BelloManager, Media & Analyst RelationsPrimoris Group Inc.+1 (416) 489-0092media@ Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor CIRO accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Forward-looking Statements This news release contains 'forward-looking information' within the meaning of applicable securities laws. All statements contained herein that are not clearly historical in nature may constitute forward-looking information. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by words or phrases such as 'may', 'will', 'expect', 'likely', 'should', 'would', 'plan', 'anticipate', 'intend', 'potential', 'proposed', 'estimate', 'believe' or the negative of these terms, or other similar words, expressions, and grammatical variations thereof, or statements that certain events or conditions 'may' or 'will' happen, or by discussions of strategy. Forward-looking information contained in this press release includes, but is not limited to, statements relating to the terms and timing of the private placement described in this press release and the anticipated uses of the proceeds raised from such private placement. Where the Company expresses or implies an expectation or belief as to future events or results, such expectation or belief is based on assumptions made in good faith and believed to have a reasonable basis. Such assumptions include, without limitation, that: the Company will receive all necessary approval required in order to complete the issuance of the securities pursuant to the private placement described in in this press release; and that there will be sufficient interest from potential investors in order to complete the private placement on the terms as described herein or at all. However, forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors, which could cause actual results to differ materially from future results expressed, projected, or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks include, but are not limited to, the risk that the Company will not be able to proceed with the issuance of units on the terms described in this press release or at all. Accordingly, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements and the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. The forward-looking statements contained herein are made as at the date hereof and are based on the beliefs, estimates, expectations, and opinions of management on such date. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update publicly or revise any such forward-looking statements or any forward-looking statements contained in any other documents whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise or to explain any material difference between subsequent actual events and such forward-looking information, except as required under applicable securities law. 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