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History Roars Back: Hollywood juggernaut 'Jurassic World: Rebirth' gets first-ever Hindi premiere in Jaipur's iconic cinema hall
Jurassic World: Rebirth premieres July 3rd at Raj Mandir Cinema — where nostalgia meets a new cinematic legacy. read more Universal Pictures (distributed in India by Warner Bros. Discovery), proudly announces the first-ever Hindi premiere with Jurassic World: Rebirth — to be held at Raj Mandir Cinema, Jaipur, on July 3rd. This premiere marks a milestone moment in Indian film history. In 1994, Jurassic Park was the first Hollywood film dubbed in Hindi — a landmark that opened global cinema to Indian-language audiences. Now, 31 years later, Jurassic World: Rebirth continues that legacy, offering Indian audiences a grand return to the world of dinosaurs. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The event will take place at the majestic Raj Mandir Cinema — a symbol of Jaipur's cultural heritage — and promises a full-scale cinematic experience with over 1000 attendees, including fans, press, and top digital creators. Guests will step into an immersive dinosaur-era world, complete with themed installations and interactive photo zones. The premiere will be hosted by digital star Nagma Mirajkar, will have Ashish Chanchlani in attendance with more leading influencers and celebrities. Celebrating the legacy of the 1994 classic original Hindi dub, the event will also spotlight the legendary Dubbing Director Ashim Samanta, who returns to the franchise after 31 years to guide the Hindi adaptation of Jurassic World Rebirth, bringing nostalgic authenticity and timeless continuity to a new generation of fans. 'This isn't just a premiere; it's a historic commitment to our Indian audience and a profound celebration of cinematic evolution,' said Denzil Dias, VP and Managing Director, India, Warner Bros. Pictures. 'By exclusively premiering Jurassic World: Rebirth in Hindi at the iconic Raj Mandir Cinema in Jaipur – the heartland of Indian cinema – we are not only honoring the pioneering legacy of Jurassic Park's 1994 Hindi dub, but also acknowledging the immense passion of our Hindi-speaking fans. This event truly marks a new chapter for Hollywood in India, bringing the magic directly to where it resonates most deeply.' Jurassic World: Rebirth premieres July 3rd at Raj Mandir Cinema — where nostalgia meets a new cinematic legacy.
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
A raze down in literary world
When the JCB Prize for Literature was launched in 2018, its Rs 25 lakh cash prize positioned it as India's answer to the Booker Prize. For six years, it was a coveted accolade that celebrated Indian-language and literature in a publishing landscape, overwhelmingly dominated by English. However, without any warning, it stopped. There was no 2025 long-list announcement, no press release, just a quiet government filing that dissolved its non-profit status. The literary world, partly, was left reeling. 'It felt like a real loss,' says Tamil writer Salma, who fondly remembers it as one of the awards that supported. Yet the silence surrounding its unprecedented demise points to deeper layered tensions. An open letter signed by more than 150 writers, including K Satchidanandan, Muhsin Parari, Meena Kandasamy, had earlier condemned the prize's corporate sponsor, JCB, for its alleged complicity in what they called 'bulldozer justice' against Muslim communities in India, as well as home demolitions in Palestine. 'This prize cannot wash off the blood on JCB's hands,' the letter declared. Now, with the award gone, India's literary community finds itself divided. Was the JCB Prize a vital platform for marginalised voices or merely a hypocritical public relations exercise? And what does its sudden collapse mean for the future of Indian literature?
The Hindu
26-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Watch: What is the Official Secrets Act?
Watch: What is the Official Secrets Act? | Explained The Official Secrets Act — or OSA — has its roots in the British colonial era. Its earliest version was the Indian Official Secrets Act of 1889. This was brought in to muzzle Indian-language newspapers that were exposing the policies of the British Raj, fuelling political consciousness, and resisting colonial rule. The law was made even more stringent in 1904, under Viceroy Lord Curzon. And the version we follow today was passed in 1923 — a century ago. After Independence, India retained the OSA to deal with secrecy and confidentiality in governance, especially in matters of national security. How does the OSA still shape state secrecy in India today? Presentation: Sharmada Venkatasubramanian Video: Thamodharan B Script and editing: Shikha Kumari A
