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5 hours ago
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EXCLUSIVE! 'Metro In Dino' actor Konkona Sen Sharma on work-life balance: ‘There is a certain motherhood penalty & fatherhood premium, not just in Bollywood…'
In an EXCLUSIVE interview with Firstpost's Lachmi Deb Roy for 'Not Just Bollywood', actor Konkona Sen Sharma talks about working with Pankaj Tripathii in Anurag Basu's directorial 'Metro In Dino', work-life balance and more. read more Konkona Sen Sharma and Pankaj Tripathi play a middle-aged couple in Anurag Basu's directorial 'Metro In Dino'. She says that the film shows how after 10-12 years of marriage, when you have your kids, you have your EMIs, you have your school fees, your jobs and all that, then somewhere the tragedy of domesticity kind of surrounds you. Talking about work-life balance, Konkina says that in today's day and age, there is a certain motherhood penalty in all industries, not just the entertainment industry. 'It's called the fatherhood premium and the motherhood penalty.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Edited excerpts from the interview: How was this whole experience working with Pankaj Tripathi? A little bit of preparation is required for all roles. But I think it must have been very effortless working with Anurag Basu? I think working with Anurag is effortless only. And I would say that most of his actors would probably feel like this, at least on this film. Anurag has a very easy-going kind of a quality. He's a lovely human being. His sets are often quite stress-free and it's easy to work with him. His energy and vibe is so easy and relaxed that I think that the whole set is like that. So that's actually lovely because I really feel that that's a great way to bring out the best in everyone. A still from 'Metro In Dino' So, how different is the environment? Film sets are often stressful, chaotic and crowded. So, it's lovely to have that kind of an environment which is stress free and Anurag Basu offers you that. I've played many different kinds of parts and some of them are easier than others. Because it depends a little bit on how removed the character is from your daily life. In the sense that your character that you're playing is very different from you economically, socially, culturally speaking. Then you have to do a certain amount of prep and rigor does go into it. But if you're playing somebody who's closer to you in that sense, then maybe not as much. But do you relate to the character that you're playing? What is it like? I do relate to it. I actually find it a very interesting genre. The movie shows the relationship between Pankaj Tripathi and I. Is it a middle-aged relationship? Yes, it is. And why I find it interesting is because very often when we could see ourselves in the characters that we played. Anurag seems to be exploring the theme of love through four different relationships at four different stages of life. So most of the time what happens is that we, in our films, once the protagonists kind of meet and realise that they love each other and they come together, the film is over. You know, we don't really explore further. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD So what I like in this very much is that this is a couple who, I mean, we have a good marriage, everything is fine. But I think let's say after 10-12 years of marriage, when you have your kids, you have your EMIs, you have your school fees, your jobs and all that, then I think there's a domesticity that surrounds you. I think this is a challenge that many couples face. Especially so many of us are in long-term relationships or are in long-term marriages, you know. And then after 10, 12 years, that initial spark and that romance or whatever, that spark is gone. Or at least it changes. So that is something that many I think couples grapple with, that issue. And I feel like Anurag has really handled that sensitively with a lot of humour. This I think many couples will relate to. A still from 'Metro In Dino' What do you have to say about work-life balance in the entertainment industry or any industry for that matter? STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD I genuinely want to say that in today's day and age, there is a certain motherhood penalty in any industry which happens. It's called the fatherhood premium and the motherhood penalty. Because what happens is that fathers, as they have children and they become more and more senior, they earn more and more. But for women with every child, there is a financial setback because you're not able to kind of participate in the way society expects you to or for that matter what the office work demands. Now what's going to happen ultimately is that women are not incentivised to have children at all because it's becoming more and more difficult. You know, to participate in the work life, and to be a good mother at the same time is becoming more and more difficult. So, I feel that this is something that eventually the governments will have to kind of change policies for working mothers. Otherwise it's not going to happen. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD On working with Pankaj Tripathi… Pankaj himself is such a good actor that he really gets the fine nuances of the character and relationships. Plus, he's married to Bengali himself. So, I feel like he really has an insight into this kind of a character, this kind of a relationship the role asked for. What do you think to be one of the biggest hindrances of couples who are in this age that you're playing when it comes to love with so many responsibilities on your plate? And what does love mean to you? I think many people confuse stability and peace for being boring. Many people are addicted to the drama. So initially when you have a certain kind of a stable connection, then it seems boring sometimes. That's one thing. And the second thing is really this, what you're saying is right, that when you have so many responsibilities and duties, sometimes you have aging parents or you have children, you have pets, you have houses to run, you have jobs to look after. It's very, very taxing. It's very challenging actually. So, then you're not really focused on love and romance as much. It's just kind of a partnership which has its own strengths. But it may be seen as boring to many. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD But how do you tackle this in a relationship? Does the film have any answer? I think it's just kind of a slice of life showing what happens to a couple who are in this stage of life. I think there isn't any solution. I mean, couples will have to find their own solution. This I think is more to kind of a film that shows that you're not alone, that many couples face this problem and it's a common thing. And it's just something to relate to. What are your expectations from this particular movie? Because it's releasing theatrically considering that Bollywood movies are not doing too well. I feel like my expectations were just to have a great time shooting with Anurag. That was my main expectation. Now, how the film will do at the box-office is not in our control now. What do audiences like, not like, how would you do? I mean, all this, we don't really have control over. So, my own wishes were fulfilled. I wanted to work with Dada (Anurag Basu) again. I got a lovely opportunity with this. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD What's next? My mother's done The Rapist. We're hoping that we will be a little bit about is a very interesting and very relevant film actually. It has won many awards, especially the top award at the Busan Film Festival a couple of years back. I think it's the fifth or sixth collaboration with my mother. So, we're hoping that it will be released later this year. And besides that, there is a film with Fatima which is a kind of a relationship drama. And there's also a web series, a TV show called The Killing for Hotstar. And there's also Lust Stories 2, which I have done with Vikramaditya Motwane. So, let's see, these will hopefully come out now this year or next year.
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12 hours ago
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Summer sets the trap: Doctors call for pre-monsoon malaria vigilance
As summer sets in, doctors warn that heat, stagnant water and increased outdoor exposure are driving malaria risks higher. With the WHO flagging seasonal shifts and behavioural patterns as key contributors, timely prevention and awareness can help avert pre-monsoon outbreaks. read more As temperatures rise across India, health experts are raising alarms over malaria transmission during summer, an often-overlooked seasonal danger. While monsoon months are traditionally linked to vector-borne diseases, medical experts say that summer lays the groundwork for intensified malaria outbreaks, creating perfect conditions for the Anopheles mosquito, the vector of the Plasmodium parasite. Firstpost talked with Dr Satish Koul, Senior Director & Unit Head, Internal Medicine, Fortis Memorial Research Institute (Gurugram) and Dr Tushar Tayal, Consultant, Internal Medicine, CK Birla Hospital, Gurugram to understand how summer conditions increase malaria risk and what people can do to protect themselves. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'The summer heat, combined with pre-monsoon showers, speeds up the parasite's development inside mosquitoes. It also increases outdoor exposure and water accumulation—both major contributors to malaria risk.' How summer creates a perfect storm According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), malaria is a preventable and treatable disease, but still poses a grave threat, especially in tropical and subtropical regions. The rising summer temperatures (especially between 20–30°C) are ideal for both mosquito survival and the Plasmodium parasite's incubation. Dr Tayal said 'Improper drainage, stagnant water in coolers, gutters, and discarded containers—all typical during Indian summers—become prime mosquito breeding sites, especially in areas with poor sanitation.' Adding to the risk is human behaviour—greater outdoor activity during evenings and early mornings coincides with peak Anopheles mosquito biting times. In regions where people lack access to bed nets, mosquito repellents, or screened housing, exposure increases dramatically. High-risk populations and delayed diagnosis Children, pregnant women, the elderly, and those with chronic illnesses or compromised immunity are particularly vulnerable. Dr Koul pointed out that heat-related dehydration and fatigue can further impair the body's immune response, making infections more severe. What complicates detection is that early malaria symptoms—fever, body aches, chills—closely mimic heat exhaustion and viral fevers. In rural or underserved communities, this often leads to delayed treatment or reliance on self-medication, heightening the risk of complications and community-level spread. Seasonal mobility and travel risk Summer holidays often see increased travel to forested or rural areas—many of which are malaria-endemic zones. According to Dr Tayal, 'Travel to such locations without prophylaxis or awareness increases the chances of contracting the disease. Migrant labour movement can also contribute to new outbreaks.' Clinical advice for prevention Both experts stress proactive prevention as key. Recommendations include: Eliminating stagnant water from all containers weekly. Using insecticide-treated bed nets and mosquito repellents consistently. Wearing protective clothing in the evenings and early mornings. Seeking medical attention promptly for any unexplained fever or flu-like symptoms. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Consulting a physician for antimalarial prophylaxis if traveling to endemic areas. Climate Change and Future Outlook Climate change adds another layer of complexity. With rising temperatures and unpredictable rainfall, malaria zones may expand and transmission seasons may lengthen. As such, community awareness, infrastructure improvements, and preventive care must be at the forefront of India's malaria strategy. As the summer heat intensifies, experts warn that tackling malaria requires not just monsoon vigilance but year-round, seasonally adaptive public health action.
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a day ago
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From last stage kidney failure at 9 to a triple world champion at 13: Varun Anand's incredible story
In an exclusive interaction with Firstpost, Varun Anand and his mother Deepa Savithri open up on the former's journey from battling a last stage kidney failure at the age of nine to becoming a triple world champion at the World Transplant Games in Perth, after receiving an organ donation from none other than his mother. read more 'One day he was suddenly down with a bad stomach ache. Now, that happened to be an exam day for him. So, my husband and I began to joke that this was his way of trying to not take the exam. But he told us that he was genuinely in a lot of pain. So, we rushed him to the hospital and they did tests and that's when the doctor told us about his condition. Initially we were not even able to fully digest or understand what the condition was, because it was all new to us.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD It's never easy for a mother to recall the extremely painful time when her child was diagnosed with a serious medical condition. But Deepa Savithri is an absolute rock. Her incredibly positive attitude towards life, her children and family overall has played a huge role in helping her older son, Varun, get through something almost unimaginable – being diagnosed with last stage kidney failure at the age of nine. That and the fact that she was the one who donated one of her kidneys to Varun. This is the story of Deepa – someone who I quickly realised is an extremely protective, yet encouraging and supportive mother and a brave organ donor. And her incredible son, Varun – who fought kidney failure to go onto become a three-time World Champion, at the age of just thirteen. 'Varun is our first child. He is multi-talented and was hyper-active. We didn't expect anything like this (kidney disease) to happen. No one in the family has any history of such diseases. What happened was – Varun has a younger brother and compared to him Varun was a little physically weaker. We had noticed this and had asked a doctor about this as well – if Varun needed some food supplements or something like that and the doctor told us – 'this is a very normal thing, why are you worrying about it?' 'Now, what happens is, usually when doctors ask for blood tests they don't ask for (tests to check) urea and creatinine (waste product of muscle metabolism which is filtered out of the blood system by the kidneys. High creatinine levels could indicate kidney problems) tests. So, when we found out about Varun's condition it was already the last stage. Up to the third stage, it can be reversed, but Varun had reached the last stage,' Deepa told Firstpost in an exclusive interaction from her home in Bengaluru. Undergoing four months of dialysis at just nine years of age Varun was just nine years old when he was diagnosed with the condition. He had to undergo four months of dialysis. Varun and his parents had to visit the hospital multiple times and it was soon apparent that Varun would need a kidney transplant. Deepa stepped up to be the donor and their kidneys were a match. The surgery was a success, but the nightmare didn't end there. Varun soon developed post-surgery complications. There were several episodes of new organ rejection, followed by New Onset Diabetes After Transplant (NODAT). This is quite a common post-transplant complication, especially after kidney transplants, and increases the risks of infection and other, more serious, complications. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Deepa Savithri helped aided her son Varun in his battle against last-stage organ failure by donating her own kidney '…there are (also) so many legal things to take care of and as a donor I also had to do multiple blood tests. There are so many things to do for a transplant. And once the surgery was done, again Varun had so many complications, but he overcame all of it,' Deepa shared. Varun was very fortunate to get some very good care at the Rainbow Children's Hospital in Marathahalli, Bengaluru, under the expert supervision of Dr. Saumil Gaur – who the family will always revere. Good medical care, a lot of self-belief and prayers saw Varun recover fully. And once that happened, slowly he made his way back to the playing field. 'My original sport – the one that I began with – was badminton. I was around 9-10 years old when I started playing badminton. After that I had to take a break because of the transplant surgery. I like cricket a lot. Every Indian likes cricket. But cricket is bad for me, because there are more chances of injuries in that sport. So, my doctor and my parents discussed it and said – 'why don't you play racquet sports?' Varun Anand told Firstpost in an exclusive interview. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'For my sports career so far, most of the credit goes to my coaches and my dad.' If you are wondering what exactly Varun has achieved in sports, the simplest answer is that he is a three-time World Champion and that too in one edition of a global sporting event. That's right. It sounds too good to be true, but it is. Varun, who is 15 years old, won as many as three gold medals at the World Transplant Games in 2023, in Perth. At the age of thirteen he represented India in his age category (13-15) in badminton, tennis and table tennis. Even today, when he thinks about what he had gone through as a nine-year-old and where he is today, Varun finds it surreal. 'That phase was very, very challenging. At that time, I went through the motions, but when I think about it now – 'how did I go from being a sick child to becoming a World Champion?' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Discovering the World Transplant Games So, how did Varun become a World Champion? That is where the World Transplant Games (WTG) plays such a big role for organ recipients and donors. The WTG provides a global platform for donors and recipients to showcase their sporting skills, while representing their countries in an international, multi-sport World Championship. For Varun, going to the WTG was a life-changing experience. A true watershed moment in his life. For Varun Anand, participating at the World Transplant Games in Perth two years ago was a life-changing experience The World Transplant Games is organised every two years by the World Transplant Games Federation (WTGF), which is recognised by the International Olympic Committee. Organ transplant recipients and living donors are both eligible to compete in these Games. For recipients, anyone who has received a solid organ transplant - liver, heart, lung, kidney, pancreas or bone marrow – is eligible to compete. The first edition of the Games was held in Portsmouth, England in 1978. About 100 athletes from UK, France, Germany and Greece took part in these Games. Needless to say, the Games have gone from strength to strength. The 2023 edition in Perth saw participation from over 60 countries and was held for a week. During the Games, there are also ceremonies to honour the families of deceased and living donors. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'One day I was just roaming around the house and my dad called me and said – 'Varun, there's something very important – you are going to represent India, so better start training now.' This was just three months before the Games (in 2023), so my dad said – 'Chop, chop, let's start going.' First up we bought basic, but improved gear for the sports I am playing. Luckily the Games were during my summer holidays (from school). One some days my father would call all his friends over and ask them to play with me. I got a lot of experience, because playing with one person won't help you,' Varun recalled. Training, and mastering, three different racquet sports The whole family was focussed on making Varun a better athlete. Everyone pitched in whichever way they could. Badminton was something Varun was very familiar with, but for table tennis and tennis, he needed proper coaching. 'For TT, I set up a schedule with my coach. Sometime, say on Mondays, sometime around evening snacks. On school days, say Tuesdays, Thursdays and also Saturdays, we would play and then on Saturday and Sunday, if we had some time, we would play some more. My tennis coach, Vignesh sir – he teaches me on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, usually around 6-6:30 PM. These are combined classes, with others and then again on Saturday and Sunday morning from 8-10:30 AM. These experiences helped me a lot. Vignesh sir also had some tricks up his sleeve which helped me a lot at the WTG,' Varun told Firstpost. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD While Varun Anand was familiar with badminton, he needed proper coaching for table tennis and tennis Varun, in an extremely honest interaction, told me that he has never been really sporty. But what the WTG gave him was so much more than just a chance to play. It was a chance for him to represent India and also to prove to himself that he can still very much lead a normal life, even after undergoing a transplant surgery at a very young age. 'That time I was in the eighth grade. It felt so good to win something so big, especially for India. Not for your state or at the Nationals, but for the country. That was a pretty big experience, but I feel that winning a medal is not just about the celebration that follows or showing it off. It's about the overall experience you have – of playing with the other athletes, the experience that you earn by playing with others. Meeting new people who have the same condition – that was the real essence of the experience I had at the WTG. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Being a World Champion is a pretty great experience and feeling. Even for people who don't win a medal, but who have participated at the WTG, (the experience) is quite unique. Representing India after a transplant, that is a very, very big thing. So, kudos to everyone who have done it,' Varun added. For Varun, the opportunity to represent his country at the WTG came at a time when both he and his family knew that he needed something to not just take his mind off things, but also something that would act as a catalyst to nudge him towards a more active life, which in turn would mean things returning to a more 'normal' state of affairs. 'We kept him (Varun) as a very protected child for a year after the transplant – made him wear masks etc. For about two years it was like he was in a cage, which is why when he went for the WTG, it was almost like he was flying again. Two years after the transplant (at the age of eleven) he began to take (sports) coaching and was overall mentally fitter as well and was able to do more. It was a difficult stage, but we were able to overcome it…. I want to tell everybody that if you have a transplant child, don't keep them locked up. Let them do more. Treat them like any other normal kid,' Deepa shared. As it so often happens, an ordeal often makes a family more tightly knit. As for Varun, the nightmarish phase he had to go through was followed by a phase of introspection and quick maturity. And sports played a big role in that. 'He was naughty before the transplant. Now he is a mature teenager. He has become calmer and has the spirit now – of overcoming any failure that comes his way. I always say – 'there's no point in sitting down and crying about things. Just continue to try your best,' Varun's mother further said. Varun, whose sporting heroes are Novak Djokovic, MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah, knew, from the time he began playing different racquet sports that the path ahead would not be an easy one. But more than anything, sports gave him an avenue to not just express himself, but also to break the shackles – both physical and psychological – that were holding him back. 'It was tough to pick up the sports. There was stress and the initial phase was a tough one. You start focussing so much on the game that you forget the main reason you began playing – to learn. I picked up the different sports slowly Luckily, my TT coach – she gave me the highest priority. She made me work for six-seven hours on some days. Tennis also was the same story,' Varun said. Helping Varun and his family, at almost every step, on his post-transplant journey was the Organ Receiving & Giving Awareness Network (ORGAN) India, which was launched in 2013 – an organisation that has steadfastly supported all Indian transplant athletes who have represented the country at the WTG. Setting sights on Dresden 2025 Varun is currently in the 10th standard. It is a Board examination year, but Varun's next biggest target is the upcoming Summer WTG in Dresden, Germany. The next edition of the Games will run from August 17-24. Athletes from as many as 60 countries are expected to participate again in these Games and Varun, by virtue of being a gold medallist from the last edition (2023), has already secured qualification, in his age category, in all three racquet sports that he plays – badminton, TT and tennis. Varun Anand has qualified for the 2025 World Transplant Games in all three racquet sports – tennis, badminton and table tennis – by virtue of being a gold medallist in the last edition According to the World Transplant Games Federation, the Games have a programme which will feature both high-exertion, as well as low-impact sports and is an attempt – 'to celebrate the Gift of Life and show the positive impact of organ donation.' The participation of Indian athletes at the WTG – some of whom I spoke to and have interacted with in recent times as part of this series – also throws rather poor light on organ donation, overall, in India. It's not a secret that organ donation rates in India are extremely low. According to a study published in the National Library of Medicine, a survey conducted showed that most people in the country are willing to be registered as organ donors. But the study also states - 'the actual organ donation rates of 0.16 per million population in India are abysmally low as compared to America's 26 and Spain's 35.' In many cases, it's a family member or loved one who comes forward to donate an organ. What the country needs more of are healthy people volunteering to be organ donors post-death and also people agreeing to donate harvestable organs of deceased family members. Varun's story is another reminder of what organ donation can give not just the recipient, but his/her family and friends. 'There are some things that you have to take care of, of course. Like Varun has to drink 4-5 litres of water every day, so I follow him around with water. We are like Tom and Jerry. A normal child will drink 2.5–3 litres of water (per day), maximum. But apart from that there's no difference between him (Varun) and any other child. Earlier his younger brother (Vaibhav) would go out to play and he would stay at home. Now both boys go out and play,' Varun's mother further said. And in most cases the donor is also fully capable of continuing a normal life. 'Varun had so many ups and downs after the transplant surgery, that I didn't really think about my health. But his positivity rubbed off on me and as of now there is no issue.' Varun's parents have already informed his school that he will be focussing completely on the upcoming WTG in Germany, which are around the corner now, and his preparation for those Games right. And once those Games are over, he will switch focus to his academics. The school wouldn't have any problems with that, considering Varun is one of their star pupils. After all, how many schools can boast of having a current World Champion on their student rolls? Varun Anand revealed he became quite popular at school after his heroics at the 2023 World Transplant Games 'After I won the three gold medals in Perth, there was a lot of excitement amongst everybody here, including at school. After that everything went back to normal. The good thing is that there are no paparazzi here!' Varun remarked. 'One must do something in their life' Varun's favourite subjects in school are – English, History and Math and in what is another clear sign of his maturity, Varun decided, about two years ago, that he would pursue a career in entrepreneurship. It is a decision that his parents support to the hilt. 'From when I was a child, I wanted to be an IAS officer, but it didn't happen. But I have always believed that one must do something in their life. Before the WTG came into our lives, Varun would say – 'I can't do anything because of my condition.' Once the opportunity came up, I told him – 'This is the chance. You try your best. Talk to people there (at the Games) and that will motivate you.' 'There are so many different kinds of people at the WTG. Some who have had 2-3 transplants and yet they are also participating. So just imagine how strong they are,' Deepa, the ever-supportive and encouraging mother and a real force, along with her husband, behind Varun's success, said. 'I believe that we have one life and that means that you have to enjoy your life. I don't know whether life will be short or long, but let him enjoy and do his best.'
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Shraddha Kapoor's cryptic post about 'loneliness' and 'sadness' goes viral, netizens say 'She's silently struggling and...'
One wrote- 'Lately, I've been noticing something different about Shraddha Kapoor. In her recent photos, her smile doesn't feel the same.' read more Shraddha Kapoor's cryptic post about 'loneliness' and 'sadness' has gone viral and netizens are concerned. She shared the poem in Hindi that was later translated into English. This is what she read: Jab tum akele ho, Main tumhare paas baith jaungi. Jab tum udaas ho, Main tumhe baahon main bhar loongi. Mujhe pata hai tum kho jaate ho. Mujhe pata hai tum bhaag jaate ho. Lekin main tumhe dhoond loongi, aur tumhe thaam loongi. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Netizens react One wrote- 'Lately, I've been noticing something different about Shraddha Kapoor. In her recent photos, her smile doesn't feel the same—it's like it's missing the spark we all used to see. There are faint dark circles under her eyes, and the glow she always carried seems a bit dimmer. Maybe I'm overthinking… but it feels like she's silently going through something.' A second said, 'Life's complicated-even and especially for those in the public eye. They have the same insecurities as we do, but they live in a bubble so they don't always get to touch grass. The least we can do is practice kindness towards everyone - friends, families, neighbors, coworkers and strangers. We don;t know the load of the cross they are carrying.' A third commented- 'Life is hard and 2025 has particularly been hard for a lot of people. Wishing her strength.' On her father Shakti Kapoor In an interview with Firstpost in 2023, Shraddha said, 'He gifted me the newspaper clipping that said Aashiqui 2 100 crore worldwide. He has seen my most stubborn side. I fight with him a lot and then go to my bedroom and ask myself, 'Listen, he's your father but do you know who he is?' She added, 'He makes me more humble, and because I'm an over thinker, he tells me I don't have to complicate things. He streamlines a lot of things for me, and I feel my most real side comes in front of my father.'
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2 days ago
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THESE are the top 5 richest temples in India, no 1 on the list earns Rs 14000000000 every year through offerings, it is worth Rs 3 lakh crore, the temple is…
THESE are the top 5 richest temples in India, no 1 on the list earns Rs 14000000000 every year through offerings, it is worth Rs 3 lakh crore, the temple is... India has many famous temples that are not only holy places, but also very rich. These ancient shrines receive huge donations of cash, gold, silver, and precious gems from millions of devotees each year. The trusts that run these temples also own large pieces of land. Together, these gifts and properties have made some temples among the richest religious institutions in the country. Many of these temples use their income to run hospitals, schools, and daily meal services for the poor. Here are the five wealthiest temples in India, according to Firstpost. Where are the top 5 richest temples in India 1. Tirumala Tirupati Venkateswara Temple, Andhra Pradesh Located in the Tirumala Hills, this temple is one of the wealthiest religious places in the world. It is estimated to be worth around Rs. 3 lakh crore. Nearly 50,000 people visit daily, and the temple earns about Rs. 1,400 crore every year through offerings, gold, and other donations. 2. Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Often called the richest temple in the world, this temple is famous for its hidden treasure. It holds assets worth Rs. 1.2 lakh crore, including gold jewellery, diamonds, antique silver, and emeralds. In 2015, a secret underground vault full of wealth was discovered, adding to its already massive fortune. 3. Guruvayur Temple, Kerala Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, this historic temple is not only spiritually important but also financially strong. It has bank deposits of Rs. 1,737 crore, owns over 271 acres of land, and holds large amounts of gold, silver, and precious stones. 4. Vaishno Devi Temple, Jammu Located high in the mountains at 5,200 feet, this temple devoted to Goddess Durga is one of the most visited and wealthiest shrines. From 2000 to 2020, it received over 1,800 kg of gold, 4,700 kg of silver, and more than Rs. 2,000 crore in cash donations. 5. Shirdi Sai Baba Temple, Maharashtra Situated around 296 km from Mumbai, this temple dedicated to Sai Baba draws about 25,000 visitors every day. Built in 1922, it received donations of over Rs. 400 crore in 2022 alone. The temple also runs two hospitals and provides free meals to thousands of devotees daily.
