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The Star
8 hours ago
- General
- The Star
India brothers marry same woman in ancient custom defying legal ban, and sparking criticism
SHIMLA, (India): A pair of brothers in rural India have married the same woman, upholding an ancient custom and sparking criticism from a women's rights group after photos of the wedding went viral. Polyandry is banned in India but is legal in some of the tribal pockets, including Himalayan territories, allowing preservation of some ancient traditions. The grooms, Pradeep and Kapil Negi, married Sunita Chauhan in a three-day wedding witnessed by hundreds of villagers and relatives on July 12 in the Himalayan state of Himachal Pradesh. During the ceremony, the trio from the Hatti tribe circled a fire considered sacred as villagers sang folksongs. "We followed the tradition publicly as we are proud of it and it was a joint decision," Pradeep said, according to the Press Trust of India news agency. His brother Kapil added: "We're ensuring support, stability and love for our wife as a united family." One of the brothers is a government employee and the other works overseas. The bride, Sunita, mentioned that it was her decision, albeit a mutual one, to marry Pradeep and Kapil. She shared that she was not at all pressured, and actually, she has faith in the bond they formed. Sunita could be quoted as saying: 'This was my choice. I was never pressured. I know this tradition, and I chose it willingly. We've made this commitment together, and I believe in the bond we've formed.' Under the custom, the wife shifts between brothers on a mutually agreed schedule and the family raises the children together. The eldest brother is named the legal father. - Illustrative photo The All India Democratic Women's Association (AIDWA), a women's rights group, condemned the wedding. "Such acts of women's exploitation... go against the fundamental rights of a woman," AIDWA general secretary Mariam Dhawale told local media. Around 300,000 members of the Hatti tribe live in small villages in the remote Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh. Local lawmaker Harshwardhan Singh Chauhan defended the practice, saying polyandry has long been a tradition of the Sirmaur people. "We have a customary law to protect polyandry," he told reporters, after photos of the marriage went viral on social media. A local Hatti leader justified the custom by citing the ancient Indian epic Mahabharata, in which the character Draupadi married five brothers. According to Kundan Singh Shastri, general secretary of the Kendriya Hatti Samiti, the polyandry system helped prevent the division of ancestral land among multiple heirs. 'This tradition was invented thousands of years ago to save a family's agricultural land from further division,' PTI quoted him as saying. Shastri explained that beyond preserving land, polyandry fosters unity among brothers and preserves the joint family system, which is vital in remote hilly terrains. 'If you have a bigger family, more men, you are more secure in a tribal society,' he said, adding that the tradition helps manage scattered agricultural lands requiring long-term collective care. He also noted that Jajda encourages brotherhood and mutual understanding, especially when brothers from different mothers marry the same woman. Economic needs and the demands of farming in far-flung areas have translated into this socio-cultural practice. How is the wedding performed? The wedding, called Jajda, begins with the bride's procession to the groom's village. A ritual named Seenj is performed at the groom's residence, where a priest chants mantras in the local dialect and sprinkles holy water. The ceremony ends with the couple being offered jaggery and blessings from the Kul Devta (family deity), symbolising a sweet and harmonious life ahead. Despite its historical and cultural significance, polyandry is declining due to rising literacy, changing socio-economic conditions, and evolving gender roles. Many communities now solemnise such marriages discreetly. - Illustrative photo Is it legal? The custom is recognised under Himachal Pradesh's revenue laws. The Hattis are governed by the Hindu Marriage Act and for official purposes. However, there are provisions in Indian laws to protect the customs and traditions of other tribal communities. In an interview with last year, Kundan Singh Shastri, general secretary of Hatti Central Committee, said 'Jodidaran' will die a slow death as more villagers become educated and shift to cities for jobs. Reacting to the recent polyandry in Sirmaur district, Ransingh Chauhan, a lawyer, said the practice has been prevalent in the region for decades and stressed it was legally recognised by the Himachal Pradesh High Court under the 'Jodidar Law'. "Hundreds of marriages happen through polyandry and other age-old traditions. Media highlighted the marriage in Shillai prominently and they should not be astonished as this is a regular phenomenon. The practice is being done to ensure that families stay united and lands are not divided among themselves," Chauhan, a legal advisor for the Central Hatti Committee, told India Today's TV sister channel, Aaj Tak. Who are the Hattis? Hatti, a close-knit community located on the Himachal Pradesh-Uttarakhand border, was officially recognised as a Scheduled Tribe three years ago. Polyandry was a longstanding custom within this tribe for centuries. However, due to increasing literacy among women and the economic development of communities in the region, reports of polyandrous marriages have become rare. Village elders noted that such marriages still occur, but they are conducted discreetly and socially accepted, although these instances are fewer in number. Experts explain that a primary reason behind this tradition was to prevent the division of ancestral land. Despite this, the issue of tribal women's share in ancestral property remains a significant concern. The Hatti community consists of nearly 300,000 people residing across approximately 450 villages in the Trans Giri area of Sirmaur district. Polyandry continues to be practiced in some of these villages. The tradition was also common in Jaunsar Babar, a tribal region in Uttarakhand, as well as in Kinnaur, a tribal district in Himachal Pradesh. - AFP, Agencies
NDTV
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Kapil Sharma Had No Diet Discipline And Was Sleep-Deprived, Fitness Trainer Shares Weight-Loss Journey
Comedian and actor Kapil Sharma's recent weight loss has been creating a buzz now his fitness trainer Yogesh Bhateja is sharing some behind-the-scenes secrets into the comedian's transformation. Yogesh mentioned that Kapil's weight loss was not an easy task as he struggled with an irregular diet pattern and sleep deprivation. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kapil Sharma (@kapilsharma) A Look Into Kapil Sharma's Weight Loss Journey During an episode of Mad Over Growth with Nitin Bajaj on Youtube, Yogesh Bhateja spilled the beans on Kapil Sharma's weight loss journey. He mentioned that Sonu Sood introduced him to Kapil during the promotions of Happy New Year. Following this, Kapil's manager called him to convey that Kapil was eager to start his fitness journey. Soon after, he began training Kapil at his bungalow, initially using a mat, resistance band and Kapil's existing treadmill, with other equipment to be added later. Looking back at this journey, Yogesh shared, "The story of Day 1 is actually pretty funny. I asked him to do stretches, and because he hadn't moved his body in a long time, even simple movements like arm rotations, body twists, and toe touches caused him discomfort. His expressions were so exaggerated and comic... From the very next day, he was back on schedule, and we began with basic movements. That's when I realised how stiff his body had become, there was no food discipline, and a lot of inflammation in his body." Kapil Sharma 's busy schedule also added to his unhealthy lifestyle. Yogesh said, , "Since Kapil was the main guy, the responsibility on him was even greater. He was sleep-deprived, his diet had no set pattern, he would eat at odd times. There was no discipline. It took me a long time, along with his manager and team, to bring some alignment into his lifestyle. But by God's grace, when his film came out, everyone saw the difference on screen." On Kapil Sharma's diet front too, Yogesh made some adjustments. He included more fish in his diet as it is "a great source of protein that helps manage calories". He also made sure that Kapil Sharma ate plenty of vegetables. Kapil Sharma's Weight Transformation Kapil Sharma's weight is known to fluctuate with past instances of significant weight loss followed by weight gain. However, he currently is in good shape and frequently shares pictures on his social media showcasing his fit physique.
Indian Express
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Great Indian Kapil Show pushed out of Netflix's global top 10 amid declining ratings; previous seasons suffered similar fate
Kapil Sharma's comedy show The Great Indian Kapil Show debuted on Netflix amid much hype in 2024. After years of generating strong ratings on Colors and then Sony, Kapil Sharma moved with his team on the streaming service and Netflix presented it as a move in the right direction suggesting that this will broaden their audience spectrum in India. The shopw remains one of Netflix's most watched in India but after three seasons, the ratings have shown a decline. This season, the show has already had five episodes so far. While the first three episodes of the season made it to 'Global Top 10 Non-English Shows', the last two episodes have not made it to the list. The latest episode of Kapil's show featured the team of Son of Sardaar 2, which included Ajay Devgn, Mrunal Thakur, Ravi Kishan, Sanjay Mishra among others. The one before that, featuring Jaideep Ahlawat, Pratik Gandhi, Vijay Varma and Jitendra Kumar, also did not make it to the list. The opening episode of the third season, featuring Salman Khan, got 1.6 million views and had 1.9 million hours viewed. It needs to be mentioned here that the number of views does not mean that these are the number of viewers. As per Netflix, the views are calculated by 'total hours viewed divided by runtime.' The second episode, featuring the cast of Metro In Dino, got 2 million views but these views did not solely belong to the second episode. These were the cumulative number of views for the first two episodes during the show's second week. The independent number of views for this episode were not declared by Netflix. After the third episode, featuring cricketers Gautam Gambhir, Yuzvendra Chahal, Netflix claimed that the cumulative views for the three episodes was at 1.2 million views. The number of episodes kept increasing but the views kept decreasing. And now, the show is not among Netflix's global top 10. As per the latest data shared by Netflix, the last spot on the list is occupied by the show Better Late Than Single, which has garnered 1.4 million views in two weeks. ALSO READ | Saiyaara worldwide box office collection day 5: Ahaan Panday-Aneet Padda's film earns Rs 132 cr; beats Salman Khan's Sikandar, eyes Akshay Kumar and Aamir Khan's record Kapil's show saw something similar in Season 2 as well. After the first four episodes, the show's views declined significantly and it got pushed out of the 'Top 10' list. The fourth episode featured Kareena Kapoor and Karisma Kapoor. The cumulative views of the first four episodes, during its fourth week, stood at 900k with 4.2 million hours viewed. The first three episodes in this season featured Alia Bhatt, Janhvi Kapoor, Jr NTR, Rohit Sharma among others. Even during the show's first season, a similar thing happened as the show got pushed out of the 'Top 10' list after its fourth episode featuring Vicky Kaushal and Sunny Kaushal. In its fourth week, the show's four episodes had cumulative viewership of 1.2 million views with 3.9 million hours viewed. The Great Indian Kapil Show's next episode will see content creators like Raj Shamani, Saurabh Dwivedi, Kamiya Jani, Samdish Bhatia as guests.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kapil Sharma's trainer reveals his body had become stiff and inflamed: ‘He would eat at odd times, had no discipline'
Kapil Sharma's dramatic weight loss and transformation have been the talk of the town lately. In a candid conversation with YouTuber Nitin Bajaj, renowned celebrity fitness coach Yogesh Bhateja, who has worked with stars like Sonu Sood, Kangana Ranaut, and Kapil Sharma himself, opened up about how he helped the comedian get back in shape. Yogesh, who was first introduced to Kapil through actor Sonu Sood during the promotions of Happy New Year, recalled his first meeting with the comedian. The fitness coach said, 'His manager called me, so I went to meet Kapil. He said, 'Let's start from tomorrow. Whatever equipment you need, we'll have it here, I can't go out.' He had a small bungalow, and I had to train him there. I asked for some rods and basic gear, but initially, it was just a mat and a band. He already had a treadmill, so we started there.' He added, 'The story of Day 1 is actually pretty funny. I asked him to do stretches, and because he hadn't moved his body in a long time, even simple movements like arm rotations, body twists, and toe touches caused him discomfort. His expressions were so exaggerated and comic, just like his on-screen performances, that I couldn't help but laugh. I told him why I was laughing, and he said, 'No problem, let's wrap it up here for today.' I thought maybe he was trying to skip out, but that wasn't the case. From the very next day, he was back on schedule, and we began with basic movements. That's when I realized how stiff his body had become, there was no food discipline, and a lot of inflammation in his body.' Yogesh Bhateja also touched upon the challenges of training someone from the entertainment industry, particularly someone as busy as Kapil Sharma. 'See, there's a difference between the film and TV industries. If you're shooting an episode, you're working until it's done, it's not like a standard 8-hour job. It can go on for 10, 12, even 14 hours. And since Kapil was the main guy, the responsibility on him was even greater. He was sleep-deprived, his diet had no set pattern, he would eat at odd times. There was no discipline. It took me a long time, along with his manager and team, to bring some alignment into his lifestyle. But by God's grace, when his film came out, everyone saw the difference on screen,' he said. Also Read | Kapil Sharma announces Kap's Cafe in Canada will reopen after firing incident: 'Ready to welcome you back' When it came to Kapil's diet, Yogesh made careful adjustments to suit his preferences and goals. 'He used to eat non-veg, so I focused more on including fish in his meals, it's the best form of protein and helps keep calories in check. I made sure he had enough vegetables too. I even coordinated with his chef to ensure the diet was followed consistently.'
India.com
a day ago
- Sport
- India.com
Not Dravid, Sehwag or Rohit Sharma, former India head coach reveals his top 5 Indian cricketers, they are...
Ravi Shastri made some bold choices when asked to name the five greatest Indian cricketers of all time. He had to pick from India's 93-year history in international cricket a journey that has seen some of the world's finest batters and bowlers represent the nation across all formats. Shastri named two of his teammates from the 1983 World Cup-winning squad, which included captain Kapil Dev and batting legend Sunil Gavaskar, in an interview with David Lloyd, Alastair Cook, and Michael Vaughan on the 'Stick To Cricket' podcast on the Overlap Cricket YouTube channel. Shastri reveals his top five all-time Indian cricketers Three decades after his retirement, Indian cricket has yet to replace Kapil, who is still regarded as one of the best all-round players the world has ever seen. Gavakar's batting prowess is unmatched in his opinion. In Test cricket, he became the first player in history to score 10,000 runs. To complete list, Shastri selected MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and Sachin Tendulkar, all key members of India's 2011 World Cup-winning squad. Sachin and Kohli are the players with the most hundreds, whereas, Dhoni is the only captain to have won all three ICC white-ball trophies. Ravi Shastri names Sahin Tendulkar as the greatest player The panellist then asked Shastri to name the greatest among them, to which Shastri responded with Sachin Tendulkar. 'Definetly Gavaskar. Kapil. Sachin. Virat definitely. I am looking at the most influential players of that era. Bishan would have been there but….. MS again. Bumrah is young. He has got cricket. I am saying the guys, who have almost finished their cricket. 70's Sunil, 80's Kapil, 90's Sachin, Dhoni and Virat. 'I would say (Gavaskar) Batting. Kapil fabulous player. Entire package, number one will be Tendulkar. Because of the expectations. Because of longevity. 24 years. Hundred 100's. He played every pace attack of that decade. He started with Wasim, Waqar, Imran. Then went to the Aussies, then the English attack. Pure technique-wise,' said Shastri. Ravi Shastri cricket career stats Shastri was among India's finest all-rounders, featuring in 80 Tests and 150 ODIs. He scored 3,830 runs in Test cricket, including 11 centuries, and claimed 151 wickets with his off-spin. He was also named Player of the Series during India's iconic triumph at the 1985 World Championship of Cricket.
