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Time of India
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Randeep Hooda on his upcoming projects: 'Fire in my belly to do the next'
Bollywood actor Randeep Hooda wishes to do films that can spark a "fire" in himself, something to drive his urge for more work. The 'Jaat' star recently opened up about his upcoming projects, giving subtle hints about the films in the pipeline. "I am currently in the stage where I have to choose. And that is what gives me the fire in my belly to do the next," he told ANI, in reference to his next releases. Hooda plays army Hero Pal Punia in 'Operation Khukri' Randeep Hooda has been on a busy slate lately, including 'Operation Khukri', which is based on the real-life events of 2000, when 233 Indian Army soldiers were taken hostage by rebel forces in Sierra Leone, West Africa. It was followed by a subsequent high-risk mission. Hooda will be seen in the role of Major General Pal Punia, then Company Commander of the 14th Mechanised Infantry, who played a key role in navigating the tense standoff and the rescue operation of the soldiers. The actor will also reunite with his 'Extraction' director Sam Hargrave for the upcoming action-thriller 'Matchbox' alongside John Cena. Based on the iconic Matchbox car line, the film will show the story of a group of childhood friends who come together to stop a global disaster. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 15 most beautiful women in the world Undo Meanwhile, on Wednesday, Randeep Hooda was present at a launch event in Gurugram, the event saw the actor taking to the ramp, showasing his charismatic presence and stellar looks. He was dressed in a complete black ensemble, featuring a black suit with intricate work on the shoulders and chest. "My inspiration for outfits comes from the designer, and I think it looks fabulous. They have done fine work on the jacket," he added.
The Hindu
12 hours ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
Former India kabaddi skipper falls into river, rescued by Uttarakhand Police in Haridwar
Arjuna awardee and former Indian kabaddi team captain Deepak Hooda was dramatically rescued on Wednesday after being swept away by the powerful currents of the River Ganga in Haridwar. Members of the 40th Battalion of the Uttarakhand Police were in the vicinity and quickly launched a courageous rescue operation. Speaking with Sportstar, Hooda recounted a frightening experience: 'I was observing a fast for Mahashivratri and went to pray in the Ganga when I lost my footing and fell into the swiftly flowing river. Despite the intense current pulling their boat off course, battalion officers bravely jumped in and pulled me to safety.' The Uttarakhand Police shared a video of the rescue on their official X (formerly Twitter) account. Hooda also expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the officers who saved his life, acknowledging their heroic efforts in the 'life-threatening situation.' He also confirmed that he's safe and sound at home after a routine hospital check-up. Hooda was part of the Indian team that won a gold medal at the 2016 South Asian Games and a bronze at the 2018 Asian Games. He is regarded as one of the most influential all-rounders to grace the mat in the Pro Kabaddi league (PKL). Related Topics Deepak Hooda
The Print
13 hours ago
- Sport
- The Print
Uttarakhand cops post video of kabaddi star's dramatic rescue; he denies it was him, then says it was
When he returned from Haridwar to Rohtak late Wednesday evening, local media were waiting for him. In front of media persons, Deepak Hooda finally admitted that the police rescue team helped him board the boat. As the video shared by Uttarakhand Police went viral, people who know him closely identified the man rescued as none other than Hooda. Gurugram: Hours after claiming that he was not the man seen struggling in the Ganga river waters in a viral video before a police team helped him board a boat at Haridwar Wednesday, Deepak Hooda, the ex-captain of the national kabaddi team, has taken a U-turn, with a new statement on the incident. Contacted by The Print a second time late Wednesday evening, Hooda said he was taking a bath in the Ganga at 10.30 am when he slipped into the river. 'I had gone to Haridwar to take a bath in the Ganga on the occasion of Mahashivratri. I was on a fast, and suddenly, I slipped, and soon one of my knees touched the bed of the river. The Ganga was not much deeper at that spot. However, the rescue team, which was nearby, noticed me and pulled me into the boat,' he said. When asked why he lied when asked the same question earlier, Deepak Hooda said he was not in the right frame of mind after the incident, and he did not know that the Uttarakhand Police had posted the rescue video on social media. 'This was not a drowning incident by any stretch of imagination. If you carefully watch the video, you will see that I jumped from inside the not-so-deep water to the boat. So, earlier, whoever called me to confirm the incident, I [did not confirm but] denied it,' said Hooda. What Hooda had said The Uttarakhand Police uploaded the video of Hooda's dramatic rescue from the fast-flowing Ganga River by a Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) squad on social media at 4.20 pm Wednesday. 'Star kabaddi player… and a star rescue by #UttarakhandPolice! Arjuna awardee and former captain of the Indian team, Deepak Hooda, got trapped in the strong current of the Ganga in Haridwar. The 40th Battalion present at the spot immediately carried out the rescue and brought him out safely. Deepak Hooda also wholeheartedly thanked the team for their efforts,' the Uttarakhand Police wrote in an X post. Deepak Hooda, a resident of Mohra village in Rohtak, Haryana, and now, a BJP leader, who also contested the state polls from Haryana's Meham assembly seat in October 2024, initially ruled out the police information, claiming he was never in Haridwar. Contacted by The Print earlier on Wednesday, he said, 'I am in Rohtak for a BJP mandal president meeting in Mohra village—along with district president Ranveer Dhaka. I am not there in the video circulating in my name, and I have no link to the incident.' Earlier, Deepak Hooda further said that he had approached the Uttarakhand Police about the misinformation, and they confessed to a lapse. 'Some other person uploaded this video, incorrectly identifying the person who was rescued as me,' he told ThePrint. 'The police thought it was a notable rescue and shared it, but they have assured me they will delete it soon, considering the number of calls I have been receiving.' ThePrint reached Haridwar Police via a phone call to the SSP, but the person who responded advised contacting Public Relations Officer (PRO) Inspector Digpal Kohli on his mobile phone. On the videos of the rescue mission, PRO Kohli told The Print that those had been posted from the end of Haridwar police from the state police headquarters at Dehradun. 'I will get it checked from Dehradun,' Kohli said. The now-retired kabaddi hero, Deepak Niwas Hooda, started his sports career in 2009. As captain, he led India to a gold medal win later at the 2019 Asian Games. Later, Hooda joined the BJP on 12 February last year, in the company of his now estranged wife, Saweety Boora, a boxing player who won gold at the IBA World Boxing 2023 in the middle-weight category. Contesting the Meham seat in the 2024 assembly polls, Deepak Hooda lost to Congress candidate Balram Dangi. This is an updated version of the report (Edited by Madhurita Goswami) Also Read: Congress Raj Babbar leads by 2000+ votes against BJP heavyweight Rao Inderjit in Gurgaon
News18
13 hours ago
- Sport
- News18
Uttarakhand water police saves International kabaddi player Hooda from drowning
Haridwar, Jul 23 (PTI) A big mishap was averted here on Wednesday when an international kabaddi player and Arjuna award winner Deepak Hooda was saved from drowning in the Ganga river at Har ki Pauri. Hooda was swept away by the strong currents of the river while bathing but the 40th battalion of the Provincial Armed Constabulary and Uttarakhand water police divers came immediately to his rescue as they heard the commotion on the ghat, police said. The water police divers jumped into the river with a raft and pulled out the drowning kabaddi player to safety within minutes. Despite the swift currents of the Ganga, the relief team showed courage and understanding and saved the life of an international player. Hooda had come to Haridwar with his friends. police said. He has captained in the Pro Kabaddi League and has won medals in many international matches for the country. His wife Sweety Bora is also an international boxer and an Arjuna awardee. view comments First Published: July 23, 2025, 22:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
13 hours ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Ex Kabaddi captain falls into Ganga, rescued by Uttarakhand Police
Former captain of the Indian Kabaddi team and Arjuna Awardee, Deepak Hooda, got caught in the strong currents of River Ganga after falling into it and was subsequently saved by the Uttarakhand Police. The video showed officers leaping into water from a boat to grab Hooda as the strong water currents dragged the boat. (Uttarakhand Police/ X) The incident took place in Haridwar on Wednesday when the star Kabaddi player got stuck in the river. In a brave display of courage, the 40th Battalion quickly launched a rescue operation and safely brought him out of danger. Uttarakhand Police also took to their official X handle, informing about the rescue operation along with a video of the battalion saving Hooda. The video showed officers leaping into water from a boat to grab Hooda as the strong water currents dragged the boat. After much effort, they are able to drag Hooda to the boat successfully, bringing him to the shore. Hooda also expressed gratitude and thanked the officers for saving his life. Hooda has won several international competitions and is married to Sweety Boora, an international boxer. In February this year, Hisar police registered a dowry harassment case against him and his sister Poonam on the complaint from his wife Saweety Boora. She alleged that Deepak was demanding dowry since their marriage in 2022. Also read: SDRF rescues 6 kanwariyas from drowning in separate incidents at Haridwar. Drowning incidents have particularly intensified amid the ongoing Kanwar Yatra. Uttarakhand State Disaster Response Force has been working to rescue Kanwariyas from drowning in Ganga and said that this month, they saved around six Kanwariyas from drowning in separate incidents at Kangra Ghat in Haridwar. Ganga's strong currents have led to multiple deaths due to drowning. In May this year, A 19-year-old son of an Indian Air Force personnel died due to drowning in the Ganga at Sangam in Prayagraj. Earlier, A 16-year-old boy allegedly drowned in the Upper Ganga Canal in Masuri while making video reels.
