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Time of India
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
From heartthrob to leading man: Havish's bold turn in 'Nenu Ready'
When Havish made his debut with Nuvvila, he effortlessly slipped into the romantic hero mould. He emerged as the quintessential boy-next-door who was charming, affable and perfect for Telugu cinema's feel-good zone. But beneath the surface of early fame, Havish was quietly waiting for more. More than just songs and smiles, he was looking for substance. Today, over a decade into his career, that pursuit seems to have found its voice in Nenu Ready; a film he calls his most personal and grounded performance yet. Reflecting on his journey, Havish admits that his early career was shaped as much by opportunity as it was by instinct. 'I didn't have the luxury of saying no in the beginning,' he shares. 'After Nuvvila, people saw me a certain way — romantic, safe, familiar. But I wanted more. I wanted to break that image.' That break came with Genius, a film that offered emotional complexity and a narrative that pushed his boundaries. 'It was my first taste of doing something different, something that made me grow.' 'Today, I think I've become more patient, more open, and more aligned with the kind of stories I truly want to tell. I may have started by going with the flow, but somewhere along the way, I found my own voice — quiet, steady, and rooted in purpose,' he says. That mindset of seeking meaning over momentum has continued to define his choices. It's also what led him to Nenu Ready, a script he says struck a rare emotional chord. 'From the very first scene, I had this gut feeling. This one felt different,' he recalls. The film doesn't chase action, spectacle or trends. Instead, it dwells in the quiet beauty of everyday life. 'There was no single 'wow' moment. It was the entire arc that moved me — a journey built on sincerity, not gimmicks.' One of the most talked-about sequences from the teaser is the opening with Muddugare Yashoda, a soulful composition that sets the emotional tone. Havish credits the director and music team entirely for the idea. 'I heard it on set for the first time, and it just clicked. The music, the silence, the atmosphere — everything came together so organically. I didn't need to act much in that moment; the scene just carried itself.' A still from the Nenu Ready teaser What also sets Nenu Ready apart is its refusal to rely on a formula. There are no punch dialogues, no high-octane violence, and certainly no over-the-top heroism. 'Don't get me wrong, I love a good mass entertainer,' he laughs. 'I've even said I'd love to be in something like Akhanda! But that doesn't mean I want to do only that. I'm drawn to stories that speak to me. This one did — in the most unexpected, understated way.' Coincidentally, the film's teaser dropped on his birthday this year. 'Usually, my birthdays are just PR events at this point,' he jokes. 'Some poster gets released, and I smile for the cameras. But this year felt different. Nenu Ready wasn't just another film promotion — it felt like a genuine gift. A project I believe in, announced on a day that means something to me.' There's a quiet confidence about Havish now; not loud or flamboyant, but resolute. He's no longer chasing visibility; he's curating his journey. With Nenu Ready, he has opened a door to stories that matter, roles that resonate, and a style of storytelling that's more grounded in reality than glamour. As he moves forward, one thing is clear: Havish isn't here to follow formulas. He's here to rewrite them gently but firmly, one heartfelt performance at a time.
Yahoo
21 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Bitcoin boom: Trump's policies create 15,000 new millionaires in 2025
Almost 16,000 Bitcoin (BTC-USD) holders have joined the millionaires' club between 20 January and 20 July 2025, according to a new report from Finbold. The 15,841 new additions bring the total number of Bitcoin millionaires to 192,205, an increase of 9% in just six months and an average of 88 new millionaires every day. The report noted that large investors with Bitcoin holdings exceeding $10 million (€8.5M) also benefited greatly, with their profits increasing by more than 16% over the same period. Related Bitcoin bubble? How much more is it expected to rise in 2025? The platform attributed the boom in the cryptocurrency market to Trump's support for the sector and the optimism that has gripped the markets since the beginning of his second term, explaining that the day after his election victory was announced in November 2024, there were just 132,842 Bitcoin wallets belonging to millionaires. This momentum has continued to grow, and about 6 months after the Republican leader took office, the number of millionaire crypto investors has risen by more than 59,000, an indication of market activity and investor confidence. This effect is attributed to regulatory policies encouraged by the Trump administration. Earlier in the week, the US House of Representatives passed the first major legislation regulating cryptocurrencies in the country, dubbed Genius. The legislation is seen as a turning point for the digital asset sector, providing a long-awaited clear legal framework for taxation, stablecoin issuance, and institutional custody rules. Sign up for the Yahoo Finance Morning Brief By subscribing, you are agreeing to Yahoo's Terms and Privacy Policy
Euronews
a day ago
- Business
- Euronews
Bitcoin boom: Trump's policies create 15,000 new millionaires in 2025
Almost 16,000 Bitcoin holders have joined the millionaires' club between 20 January and 20 July 2025, according to a new report from Finbold. The 15,841 new additions bring the total number of Bitcoin millionaires to 192,205, an increase of 9% in just six months and an average of 88 new millionaires every day. The report noted that large investors with Bitcoin holdings exceeding $10 million (€8.5M) also benefited greatly, with their profits increasing by more than 16% over the same period. The platform attributed the boom in the cryptocurrency market to Trump's support for the sector and the optimism that has gripped the markets since the beginning of his second term, explaining that the day after his election victory was announced in November 2024, there were just 132,842 Bitcoin wallets belonging to millionaires. This momentum has continued to grow, and about 6 months after the Republican leader took office, the number of millionaire crypto investors has risen by more than 59,000, an indication of market activity and investor confidence. This effect is attributed to regulatory policies encouraged by the Trump administration. Earlier in the week, the US House of Representatives passed the first major legislation regulating cryptocurrencies in the country, dubbed Genius. The legislation is seen as a turning point for the digital asset sector, providing a long-awaited clear legal framework for taxation, stablecoin issuance, and institutional custody rules.
New Indian Express
a day ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
On editors, the invisible architects
In a world that celebrates authors as solitary geniuses, the role of the editor remains largely invisible. A name tucked into acknowledgements, buried in footnotes, or sometimes not mentioned at all. Yet anyone who has truly wrestled with the written word knows: behind every great book stands a quiet co-creator. Editors do more than fix grammar or polish style. They are critics, confidantes, coaches, and often, crisis managers. They are the invisible architects of Maxwell Perkins, the legendary editor who shaped the careers and voices of giants of American literature such as F Scott Fitzgerald, Ernest Hemingway, and Thomas Wolfe. As Scott Berg's Pulitzer Prize-winning biography, Max Perkins: Editor of Genius (later adapted into the film Genius), brilliantly reveals, Perkins was more than an editor. He was a career counsellor, a therapist, a financial lifeline, and above all, a believer. My own writing journey has been shaped by the steady, compassionate hands of remarkable editors. My wife, Deepali, was my first and fiercest critic. She was never afraid to tell me when something didn't work, but always with the faith that it could. She reminded me that writing, like any practice, demands repetition and resilience. C K Meena, my co-author, wields her editorial scalpel with grace and precision. She taught me the value of brevity: that writing is not just about what to say, but what to leave out. And then there was Abhivyakti Singh at Hachette. Gentle yet unwavering. She believed in my voice even when I doubted it myself. The work of great editors often hides in plain sight. Take Ursula Nordstrom, the visionary children's editor at Harper & Row. Her letters, compiled in Dear Genius, are a testament to editorial empathy. Alternately playful, firm, maternal, and fiercely protective, her correspondence with authors like Margaret Wise Brown, Maurice Sendak, and Shel Silverstein reveals a sacred trust. Harold Ross, the founding editor of The New Yorker, left his imprint on the very tone of the magazine. His letters, collected in Letters from the Editor, reveal a man obsessed with rhythm, honesty, and precision. Closer to home, Ramachandra Guha's The Cooking of Books offers a delightful glimpse into the Indian publishing ecosystem. Built around his irreverent and witty exchanges with the reclusive editor Rukun Advani, the book reminds us that editorial relationships are often marked by friction, pushback, and negotiation, but at their best, they are built on mutual trust. Chiki Sarkar represents a new breed of editor – entrepreneurial, intuitive, and in tune with the digital generation. From her time leading Penguin India to founding Juggernaut Books, Sarkar has championed new voices and unconventional formats such as mobile-first literature. One of the towering figures in modern publishing was Sonny Mehta. As the publisher of Knopf, Mehta was a soft-spoken force who balanced literary excellence with commercial appeal. He wasn't interested in trends but in truth. He guided the careers of Haruki Murakami, Michael Ondaatje, Toni Morrison, and countless others. Speaking of Nobel Laureate Toni Morrison, few know she was a trailblazing editor who championed Black voices at Random House long before the industry prioritised diversity. Fewer still know that Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis lived a second life as an editor – a talented one, with a discerning eye – at Viking and Doubleday. What connects unsung editors across the globe is their courage to say 'not yet' when everyone else is saying 'good enough'. They listen, hearing what isn't yet said; they sense the story beneath the syntax and then reveal it. Their fingerprints may be invisible, but their impact is unmistakable. The rewards they seek are not fame or fortune but a line that sings, a paragraph that finally breathes. Their work is a labour of devotion – to the writer, to the reader, and most of all, to the story. To all the invisible architects who shaped the books that shaped us – this is your story too. Thank you. (The writer's views are personal)
Black America Web
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
This Study Predicts Rihanna & A$AP Rocky's Third Baby Name
Source: Sylvain Lefevre / Getty If this new study from VegasInsider is any indication, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky might have another bold baby name on the way. The name 'Rebel' is leading the pack. Read more about the study inside. The entertainment odds site analyzed thousands of song lyrics by the superstar couple to predict what name they might choose for their third child. Using a predictive algorithm and scraping Genius for lyrics, the study assigned betting odds and probabilities to potential baby names that fit the couple's pattern of unique, culturally rich choices. At the top of the list? Rebel — with -120 odds and a 54.5 percent implied probability of being the next addition to the 'R' name legacy. It follows the naming style of the couple's first two sons, RZA (a nod to the Wu-Tang Clan legend) and Riot, another name steeped in musical rebellion and hip-hop culture. 'Rebel' doesn't just carry an edge but it also frequently appears in both Rihanna's and Rocky's lyrics, suggesting a natural synergy between their music and the message they want their family names to represent. According to VegasInsider , the name has the perfect mix of punchiness and cultural significance that the couple has leaned into with their children. Other name contenders include Rogue (+105 odds, 48.8% percent probability), Royal (+220), Rayne (+600), and Ryder (+800), but none seem to hit all the right notes quite like 'Rebel.' A VegasInsider spokesperson explained, 'Rihanna and A$AP Rocky didn't go subtle with their first two baby names. It's clear they favor names that are short, bold, and packed with meaning. 'Rebel' fits the mold — it starts with R, has musical weight, and embraces the same fearless energy we've come to expect from them.' While the couple has yet to confirm a third child or any names, fans and oddsmakers alike are already buzzing about what's next. With 'Rebel' currently leading the odds, it might just be the next iconic addition to the Fenty-Mayers family. Potential Name American Odds Fractional Odds Implied Probability Rebel -120 5/6 54.50% Rogue +105 21/20 48.80% Royal +220 11/5 31.20% Rayne +600 6/1 14.30% Ryder +800 8/1 11.10% Check out the full dataset here. SEE ALSO This Study Predicts Rihanna & A$AP Rocky's Third Baby Name was originally published on
