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NDTV
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
The One Where Orry Dresses As Labubu With Khushi Kapoor And Boney Kapoor, See LOL Video
The internet's latest obsession with Labubu dolls has reached Bollywood's doorstep. Recently, Khushi Kapoor and Orry jumped on the bandwagon, showcasing their playful sides in a LOL video. Khushi's father and producer Boney Kapoor also made a cameo. Orry shared the video of their shenanigans on Instagram. The clip opens with Khushi Kapoor flaunting her Labubu doll to Boney Kapoor. She says, "Papa, look at my Labubu". To which, Boney replies, "That's super cool, Khushi. Look at mine." As the camera moves downwards, we see Orry dressed up as a giant Labubu doll. He is sitting on the floor with an awkward smile on his face. The side note read, "Labuwho??" followed by a bunny and a monster emoji. Take a look: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Orhan Awatramani (@orry) Reacting to the post, Ananya Panday wrote, "Now I know why they're saying labubus are haunted." Bhumi Pednekar said, "Besttttttt," while Mouni Roy penned, "Hahahaha". Rapper Badshah dropped a comment, writing, "No way." For the unversed, Labubu dolls are a series of collectable plush toys created by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung. Part of Lung's The Monsters book series, these dolls feature a unique blend of cuteness and creepiness. They have wide eyes, pointed ears, and nine sharp teeth that form a creepy smile. They come in various sizes, colours, shapes, and styles, ranging from tiny figurines to larger plush versions. Labubu dolls are a product of Pop Mart, a leading name in the world of collectable vinyl figures. They are designed to be both kind-hearted and mischievous. Labubu dolls were initially pretty accessible in terms of prices, ranging from under $25 (Rs 2140.66) to $100 (Rs 8562.64). However, rare versions of these dolls can fetch high prices. Recently, a life-size, four-foot-tall doll was sold for over $150,000 (Rs 1,28,43,961.29).
Fox News
18-06-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
Marine veteran disrupts immigration protests with comedy sign, sparks liberal fury
Dozens of protesters gathered on the steps of the federal courthouse in downtown San Antonio on June 11, waving Mexican flags and signs with slogans like "Keep our city neat — no ICE." In front of them stood a tattoo-covered man wearing an obscene t-shirt and holding his own cardboard sign, on which he'd handwritten "Come to my show @ LOL on June 15." Heads turned. Confusion turned to anger. The next day, Justin Governale said he saw photos of himself on local social media pages, labeled a "known agitator" by protesters who urged others to "share his face." "I was like, 'Yeah, keep sharing my face. Let's go,'" Governale joked to Fox News Digital. "Free promotion." Governale, a former Marine scout sniper, garnered a surge of online attention after crashing demonstrations against ICE and President Donald Trump last week in San Antonio to advertise his comedy show. Many felt he wasn't taking the issue of mass deportations and workplace raids seriously enough. "Families are being separated and broken apart, meanwhile this guy is using it to publicize himself, sad," one Instagram user wrote in the comments under Governale's video. "So many people on the left… were arguing with me," Governale said, and making assumptions about him — and his opinions — that weren't necessarily true. His mother came to the U.S. as a migrant worker from Mexico, he said, picking cherries in Wisconsin. She didn't gain citizenship until Governale was 11 years old. "When she became an American citizen, she was so freaking proud," he said. "I'm very fortunate to be here." His mother's experience, coupled with his travels throughout Central America, where he met migrants embarking on dangerous journeys trying to get to the United States, let him see both sides of the issue. "How can some of these people not want a better life in America? So I don't blame them," he said. "[But] we have to protect our borders. And I'll stand on that. We have to make sure there's a process to do it legally so we can track the people that are coming in and be safe about it." Governale is no stranger to unorthodox marketing strategies. He often records show announcements selfie-style, with dramatic backdrops including workers picketing outside a rental car company, street fights and even flashing red and blue lights as police and paramedics respond to emergencies. So when he heard the nationwide protests against the Trump administration's mass deportation policies were coming to his city, he decided to seize the opportunity. "I kind of went undercover," Governale said, making a decoy sign and holding it over his promotional sign until it was time to snag his video last Wednesday. At the last second, he switched it out. The crowd wasn't pleased, he said. Nor were they happy when he showed up again on Saturday for the "No Kings" protest with another offbeat sign. As he left the demonstration, Governale said someone on a microphone started describing what he was wearing. "But I will give it to them. They didn't try and throw punches," he said. "They kept it peaceful." Thousands of demonstrators showed up for Saturday's march in San Antonio, according to local reports, joining people in hundreds of cities across the nation who oppose the Trump administration. Even though he may not entirely agree with the protesters' message, Governale said that's what the First Amendment is all about. "That's why I went to Iraq and got blown up, right? So you can say and believe whatever you want, and vice versa," he said. Governale said he would have pulled his stunt regardless of what people were protesting. "The nation is so tense and divided right now, it's like, 'Well, let me bring a little humor to the scenario,'" he said. Governale credits his time in the Marines for his willingness to try anything to make a joke. "That's why I'm not scared to do things. Life isn't that serious," he said. "Even in your worst moment, you can find a second to laugh. That's what comedy is, dude." And his marketing strategy appears to have worked. When Governale took the stage Sunday night and held up his cardboard sign, the crowd cheered. Asked if he'd be attending more protests in the future, Governale's answer was obvious. "Am I going to troll some more? Hell yeah, I am."
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
S8UL signs three of India's Asian Games participants to compete in League of Legends
(Image via S8UL's "X" Account) S8UL becomes one of India's first to compete across 12 top esports titles. The team is set to compete in the upcoming Legends Ascend tournament where the winning team will qualify for the LOL Championship Pacific (LCP) Wildcard Playoffs. Mumbai, June 13, 2025: S8UL Esports, a global powerhouse in esports and gaming content, has officially announced its entry into League of Legends (LOL) by signing one of South Asia's leading rosters. The team features captain Akshaj Shenoy (Kat Bot), Aakash Shandilya (Infi), Ahmed Shahid (Nero), and Mihir Ranjan (Angelslotus) from India, along with Mehrab Uddin Ahmed (RTO) from Bangladesh and Tharuka Fernando (KratoZ) from Sri Lanka. The core roster has already established itself as a dominant force in South Asia. In a milestone achievement, Akshaj, Aakash, and Mihir represented India in LOL at the Asian Games 2022 in Hangzhou, where esports debuted as an official medal event. After topping the regional qualifiers, they advanced to the quarterfinals and secured a commendable fifth-place finish, competing against the best teams in Asia. Animesh Agarwal aka 8Bit Thug, Co-founder and CEO of S8UL, said, 'League of Legends is one of the most iconic esports titles in the world, and we believe this is the right moment for S8UL to step onto that stage. Our vision has always been to lead from the front, both in performance and in growing the ecosystem, and this move is a significant step in that direction. This roster has already shown what it's capable of, consistently dominating the regional circuit. Now that they are under the S8UL banner, we are excited to support them in their journey to greater heights and help pave the way for South Asia to make its mark in global League of Legends esports.' In 2024, under the banner of Temple of Kings, the roster won major titles including the Skyesports WD Black Cup 1 & 2, Pro League, and the SMG South Asia Cup 1, 2, and 3, in addition to TEC's July and August Opens. In 2025, they continued their winning streak with four tournament victories under Asterisk. The team now joins S8UL with a proven record of success, synergy, and regional pride. 'Joining S8UL is a defining moment for us. We've been grinding together for years, and to now be part of India's biggest esports organisation gives us the platform to take things to the next level. With the support S8UL brings, we're ready to prove our mettle at the highest level,' commented Akshaj 'Kat Bot' Shenoy, captain of S8UL's League of Legends team. The team is set to compete in Legends Ascend 2025, India's first publisher driven amateur LOL tournament. With a total prize pool of INR 10 lakhs, the tournament will culminate on August 3, and its champion will earn a coveted spot in the LOL Championship Pacific (LCP) Wildcard Playoffs which is the gateway to LCP's promotion and relegation tournament. S8UL's entry marks a bold move by the Indian organisation to dominate the regional circuit and reach the global stage. With this, S8UL strengthens its competitive roster portfolio, now fielding top-tier lineups across 12 premier esports titles. These include Apex Legends, Battlegrounds Mobile India, Call of Duty: Warzone, Chess, EAFC 25, Fatal Fury, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Pokémon UNITE, StarCraft II, Tekken 8, VALORANT, and now League of Legends. As the first and only Indian organization set to compete at the upcoming Esports World Cup in Riyadh, S8UL continues to build on its legacy of pioneering global representation for Indian esports.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bharti Singh calls Shabir Ahluwalia the ‘Ajay Devgn of television' reflecting on his serious demeanour and intense scenes
The entertaining Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa recently invited television's heartthrob Shabir Ahluwalia and the charming Ashi Singh as guests on the LOL podcast. Shabir and Ashi, who essay contrasting characters of Yug and Kairi in Ufff… Yeh Love Hai Mushkil, shared fun behind-the-scenes anecdotes, spoke about their on-screen chemistry, and dived into what makes the show so special. During the candid chat, Bharti Singh couldn't stop herself from praising lead actor Shabir Ahluwalia's intense on-screen presence and calm off-screen demeanour. In her trademark witty style, she affectionately dubbed him the 'Ajay Devgn of television', drawing parallels between Shabir's effortless charisma onscreen along with his private nature off-screen, and Ajay Devgn's charming personality, powerful yet understated performances and his role as a doting family man. Host Bharti Singh couldn't hold back her admiration for Shabir's personality, and she asked Ashi about her experience working with him as he is a senior actor and has been working in television for a long while. Bharti went on to say that she felt Shabir is the Ajay Devgn of television as he doesn't smile much, has a serious demeanour, and performs intense scenes. She also asked Ashi if she was scared when she performed her first scene with Shabir. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Complete protection with iPru All-in-one Term Plan ICICI Pru Life Insurance Plan Get Quote Undo Earlier, Shabbir shared, "Definitely what I've seen is experimental characters, experimental storytelling. Earlier, our storytelling was very single-dimensional, but right now you are seeing complex characters taking centre stage. They are the ones who are driving a show or a movie. It's only because the audiences are now ready to accept them." The light-hearted moment brought laughter in the studio, with Ashi Singh sharing how she initially felt intimidated working with such a seasoned actor but quickly grew comfortable thanks to Shabir's supportive and grounded nature. Keep reading this space for more updates on the show.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
California's Environmental Regulations Are a Mess. Why Won't Lawmakers Fix Them?
It's not that typical that an acronym for an arcane regulation would be a household word, but in California the term CEQA—pronounced see-kwa—is as well-known as terms such as OMG and LOL. Signed by Gov. Ronald Reagan in 1970, the voluminous statute provides a laundry list of terms and conditions on developers of every manner of construction project. CEQA has created a regulatory nightmare, although it still has defenders. LOL indeed. As the Planning and Conservation League explains, "The California Environmental Quality Act…is California's premier environmental law. It allows public agencies to make informed decisions about activities that could degrade public health and damage the environment. It also provides California residents with the legal framework to hold their public agencies accountable." That sounds so unobjectionable. Who doesn't want public agencies to make informed decisions and provide community members with tools to protect the environment and hold officials accountable? But the reality is far different than what these Pollyannaish civics-textbook explanations suggest. California lawmakers refuse to substantively reform the law, but what's the first thing they do whenever they want a particular project built? You guessed it—they provide a CEQA exemption or streamlining. When the Sacramento Kings wanted to build a new downtown arena and keep the team from leaving town, Senate President Darrell Steinberg (later elected the city's mayor) ushered through an exemption. We've seen multiple examples—or attempts—to reduce the application of CEQA to other professional sports projects, as well as other favored projects, including one tied to LA's effort to lure the Olympics. It's always the sign of a bad law when it constantly requires exemptions. That reminds me of Assembly Bill 5, which banned most independent contracting—but its supporters exempted more than 100 industries from its grip because it threatened so many people's livelihoods. A recent national example: Donald Trump's tariffs posed an existential threat to many businesses, so he's been exempting certain industries. All these regulatory edicts empower the politically well-connected, who have lobbyists who can secure special favors. So what's wrong with CEQA? Whenever the government has discretionary approval authority, the law requires the agency to conduct a review. It usually requires the developers to conduct an extensive environmental analysis. It triggers an initial study process and then often a costly, time-consuming full Environmental Impact Report. Agencies can then mandate remediation or reject the project. It gives any stakeholder the right to file a lawsuit challenging the agency's approval. As is now well documented, interest groups often file lawsuits that are not related to improving the environment. No-growthers file suits to stop—or reduce the size—of projects they don't like. Neighbors can file lawsuits because they don't want more traffic. Unions threaten suits as a way to gain leverage to secure project-labor agreements and other union-friendly conditions. As the law firm Holland & Knight reported in 2015, "64% of those filing CEQA lawsuits are individuals or local 'associations,' the vast majority of which have no prior track record of environmental advocacy." And if you think these cynical efforts to gum up the construction process help the environment, then consider this alarming point from that analysis: "Projects designed to advance California's environmental policy objectives are the most frequent targets of CEQA lawsuits." These include transit projects, multi-family housing, parks, schools and libraries. It notes that 80 percent of the CEQA lawsuits are in infill locations, which is where environmentalists want us to build. CEQA criticism has grown even on the political Left thanks largely to the law's stifling effect on new housing construction. As everyone here knows, California faces a severe housing crisis as the median home price statewide has soared above $800,000 and well over $1 million in many coastal metros. That has led to massive rent spikes and has exacerbated our homelessness situation. Lawmakers have—to their credit—passed targeted exemptions and streamlining provisions for particular types of housing projects (infill, multi-family, duplexes), but it's not enough. A 2022 report for the Center for Jobs and the Economy by Holland & Knight attorney Jennifer Hernandez notes that despite those new laws, "CEQA lawsuits targeting new housing production, in contrast, continue to expand—with 47,999 housing units targeted in the CEQA lawsuits filed just in 2020." The California Air Resources Board (CARB) "acknowledges that two-thirds of CEQA lawsuits allege violations of climate impacts." Look, if CEQA can be used to stop projects based on climate impacts, then it can be used against any project. It's been weaponized as a no-growth tool—constraining housing, energy projects, freeways, rail, you name it. Unless we're happy just grinding progress to a halt, we need to repeal—or significantly reform—this monstrosity and get beyond occasional exemptions for ballparks and public housing. We all know CEQA by name and deed, so why won't elected officials do anything about it? This column was first published in The Orange County Register. The post California's Environmental Regulations Are a Mess. Why Won't Lawmakers Fix Them? appeared first on
