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News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Kunal Kohli Hails Saiyaara, Slams ‘Today's Heroes' Of Bollywood For 'Reducing' Heroine Roles
Kunal Kohli lauds Saiyaara ahead of release, criticises Bollywood heroes for sidelining music and heroines. As Bollywood gears up for the release of Saiyaara, a fresh romantic drama starring newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, filmmaker Kunal Kohli has taken a sharp dig at the current crop of Bollywood superstars. Lauding the arrival of Saiyaara, Kohli called it a sign of welcome change in the industry, both musically and narratively. Quoting a tweet about debut romantic films creating history, like Bobby (1973), Maine Pyar Kiya (1989) and Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai (2000), Kunal Kohli praised the trend of meaningful cinema led by music and storytelling. In a strongly worded post, he wrote, 'All have had HIT music. Today's heroes have killed music by wanting to reduce the role of heroines and thinking that item songs are hit songs. Tomorrow is a legendary day in Indian cinema. The change has begun. Good films. Good music are back. Albums. Complete albums. Filmmakers not heroes and their managers and entourages have to take calls about cinema and its music. Change is on the cards. Thank you audiences." All have had HIT music. Today's heroes have killed music by wanting to reduce the role of heroines and thinking that item songs are hit songs. Tmrw is a legendary day in indian cinema. The change has begun. Good films. Good music are back. Albums. Complete albums. Filmmakers not… — kunal kohli (@kunalkohli) July 17, 2025 Kohli, known for romantic hits like Hum Tum and Fanaa, didn't hold back as he criticised the growing influence of stars and their entourages over creative decisions, hinting at how music and heroine-centric narratives have suffered in the process. Directed by Mohit Suri and backed by Yash Raj Films, Saiyaara is set to release on July 18. The film is being celebrated for its powerful music and promising debut performances. The romantic musical drama follows the journey of a budding artist and his lady love as they navigate fame, love, and heartbreak. Its official synopsis reads: 'Passionate lovers navigate a rollercoaster romance, facing euphoric highs and crushing lows while desperately clinging to their tumultuous bond." The soundtrack has already begun topping charts, with contributions from top composers like Faheem Abdullah, Mithoon, Sachet–Parampara, Vishal Mishra, Arslan Nizami, and Tanishk Bagchi. 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.
Hans India
5 days ago
- Hans India
Drugs factory busted; chemicals seized, kingpin held
Dehradun: The Uttarakhand Police have claimed to have busted an international drugs gang after it raided a factory engaged in making MDMA in the Nanakmatta area of the Udham Singh Nagar district and arrested a man operating it, officials said. State police chief Deepam Seth told reporters here on Tuesday that the raid was conducted by a joint team of the Kumaon unit of the STF's Anti-Narcotics Task Force and Pithoragarh, Champawat, and Udham Singh Nagar police. In the raid carried out on Monday, the team seized a large consignment of banned 'precursor' chemicals used in making MDMA while Kunal Ram Kohli, the brain behind the factory on Sahni Nursery Tiraha, was arrested, the director general of police said. He claimed the activities of the gang spread from Mumbai to Nepal. As much as 126 litres of chemicals, 28 kg of powder, and 7.41 grams of prepared MDMA were seized from the factory, Seth said. According to Senior Superintendent of Police of Uttarakhand STF, Navneet Singh Bhullar, two suspected drug smugglers were arrested on May 31 in Maharashtra's Thane with 11 grams of MDMA. He said that during interrogation, the two revealed the presence of the MDMA factory, being run by Monu Gupta and Kunal Kohli in the Thal area of Pithoragarh district on the Uttarakhand-Nepal border. On this information, Thane and Pithoragarh police raided the factory, being run under the guise of a poultry farm in Thal on June 26, from where they recovered 'precursor' chemicals. Bhullar said that although the Thane police later arrested Monu Gupta, along with his two accomplices, Bhim Yadav and Aman Kohli from the Palia-Nepal border in Lakhimpur Kheri of Uttar Pradesh, Kunal Kohli remained at large, having fled to Nepal along with his accomplices -- Rahul Kumar and Vikram. Police arrested Rahul Kumar's wife, Isha, on July 11 while she was about to dispose of 5.688 kg of MDMA worth Rs 10.23 crore into a canal on the instructions of her husband. During interrogation, she gave up her husband, who was arrested by Champawat police. During interrogation, Aman Kohli told police that when his Pithoragarh factory was exposed, he shifted the operation to Nanakmatta. Bhullar said action will also be taken against the companies from which the chemicals for MDMA were procured. The DGP has announced a reward of Rs 1 lakh to the police team involved in the action.
India Today
6 days ago
- India Today
Uttarakhand Police busts drug lab in hills, uncovers multi-city network
The Uttarakhand Police on Tuesday uncovered a massive inter-state and international MDMA drug syndicate under Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami's "Drugs-Free Devbhoomi" operation, led by the Special Task Force (STF) and local police under the guidance of DGP Deepam Seth, resulted in the arrest of key accused Kunal Kohli from the Nanakmatta the operation, the police seized 7.41 grams of processed MDMA, 28 kg of drug powder, and 126 liters of banned precursor chemicals, including Dichloromethane, Acetone and Methylamine. advertisement According to the police, about 6 kg of MDMA could have been prepared from the seized chemicals, which is worth around Rs 12 crore in the international revealed the drugs were being manufactured under the cover of poultry farms in Champawat and Pithoragarh districts. The syndicate had set up operations by renting farms in Banbasa and Suwalekh, and supplied drugs to Mumbai and other arrested members include Monu Gupta, Bhim Yadav, Aman Kohli and Isha, the wife of an associate, from whom 5.6 kg of MDMA was recovered. The network reportedly stretched from Thane, Ghaziabad and Varanasi to probe began after a drug seizure in Thane on May 31, which led police to track down the suspects hiding in Tanakpur. Previous inspections had already raised suspicions due to strong chemical odors at a local gang allegedly sourced chemicals illegally without licenses from companies in Ghaziabad, Varanasi and Thane, now under investigation. Notably, Kunal Kohli already faces three NDPS cases registered by Mumbai police also uncovered links to the Mumbai underworld, with farm owner Ramesh Jinwal believed to be connected to criminal networks. Authorities are now examining the gang's financial records, assets and possible international Seth announced that the state police are using a multi-pronged strategy to dismantle such networks, including the seizure of illegally acquired properties and prosecution under PIT-NDPS. So far, 44 units using restricted chemicals and 172 pharma units are under review.- EndsMust Watch
Time of India
6 days ago
- Time of India
Inter-state drug cartel busted near Nepal border, 1 held
Dehradun: Uttarakhand police, in coordination with Maharashtra police and Nepal authorities, busted an inter-state drug cartel operating an illegal MDMA making unit under the cover of a poultry farm in Thal, Pithoragarh, near the India-Nepal border on Monday. One person was arrested during the raid. The crackdown followed the arrest of two men in Thane, Maharashtra, with 11 grams of MDMA -- Methylenedioxymethamphetamine -- on May 31. Their interrogation led authorities to the Pithoragarh unit run by Monu Gupta and Kunal Kohli. DGP Deepam Seth said that during the raid on the poultry farm, police recovered chemicals used to produce MDMA. Though no arrests were made initially, three people — Gupta, Bhim Yadav, and Amar Kohli — were later caught trying to flee to Nepal. Meanwhile, Kunal Kohli and his aides, Rahul and Vikram, escaped to Nepal. Rahul's wife, Isha, was arrested in Champawat with 5.6 kg of MDMA worth over Rs 10 crore. Police found that the cartel sourced chemicals from a licensed factory in Ghaziabad, and earlier from Thane and Varanasi, where they had operated similar units. Pithoragarh location was chosen for its proximity to Nepal, police added. Kohli was arrested in Nanakmatta with 7.4 grams of MDMA and raw materials to make 6 kg more. One accused, Vikram, remains at large as Rahul was held a few days ago. STF SSP Navneet Singh Bhullar said the group learned to make the drug in Thane. MDMA was manufactured in powder form in Pithoragarh, transported to Mumbai by train, and converted into tablets for sale.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kunal Kohli calls Genelia D'Souza a brilliant talent, Praises Aamir Khan's ‘Sitaare Zameen Par'
Aamir Khan and Genelia D'Souza's latest film 'Sitaare Zameen Par' has finally hit theatres and is receiving glowing reviews from critics and industry insiders. Before the release, the makers held a special star-studded screening that was met with high praise for the film's emotional storytelling and fresh concept. Filmmaker Kunal Kohli , who attended the screening, was especially impressed by the film's narrative and the powerful performances by Aamir and Genelia. Kunal Kohli penned his reveiw, 'Genelia D'Souza, you need to be seen more. What a brilliant talent. Truly one of the best performers of #SitareZameenPar, what a fine film. Aamir Khan has done a wonderful job. All the actors are so endearing & performed so well. Watch the film guys. I saw it today. Tho attended the premiere yesterday briefly just to wish the team." The actor also shared a selfie with the team on the screening day along with his note. About the film 'Sitaare Zameen Par' is a heartwarming sports comedy-drama and the official Hindi adaptation of the Spanish film Champions. It also serves as a spiritual successor to Aamir Khan's 2007 classic Taare Zameen Par. While the earlier film focused on a young boy with dyslexia, this new story shifts its lens to the lives of neurodivergent adults. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Scam Exposed: What They Won't Tell You about zero trust! Expertinspector Click Here Undo Aamir Khan's Character Aamir Khan portrays Gulshan Arora, a hot-headed basketball coach who is suspended for drunk driving and sentenced to community service. His task? Coaching a team made up of individuals with special needs. Initially resistant and dismissive, Gulshan gradually embarks on a journey of growth and understanding, both as a coach and as a person. The film blends humor, emotion, and social awareness in a fresh and impactful way. Newcomers Shine in Their Debut 'Sitaare Zameen Par' introduces several fresh faces to Hindi cinema, including Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar. Their heartfelt performances add charm and authenticity to the film. Strong Creative Team Behind the Scenes The screenplay is written by Divy Nidhi Sharma, with music by the talented trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy. The film's visuals are beautifully captured by cinematographer Srinivas Reddy, enhancing the emotional depth of the story. In a rare move, Aamir Khan has chosen not to sell the OTT rights of the film. He is committed to an exclusive theatrical release, aiming to bring audiences back to cinemas and revive the shared experience of watching films on the big screen. Aamir Khan, Gauri & Azad Steal the Spotlight at Sitaare Zameen Par Premiere
