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Time of India
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Surveen Chawla breaks silence on casting couch trauma and the cost of saying ‘no' in Bollywood: 'It was crazy'
In a candid conversation with Sidharth Kanan, actor Surveen Chawla opened a window into the darkest corners of her professional journey—one overshadowed by the casting couch culture that nearly drove her to quit the industry altogether. What she endured was not just rejection, but a pattern of systemic gatekeeping that punished integrity and rewarded silence. "There was a time when it was all about the casting couch," Surveen admitted during the interview, her voice laced with a raw honesty that left no room for romanticizing Bollywood's glitzy image. 'It was just filthy, dirty to even step out. I was like, you know what, I don't want to do this anymore.' Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Management MCA Data Analytics Leadership Public Policy Digital Marketing Design Thinking Operations Management Healthcare Finance others Data Science Data Science Others Technology CXO Cybersecurity Artificial Intelligence Product Management Degree Project Management PGDM healthcare MBA Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK GMPBE India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta CERT-IIMC APSPM India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK General Management Programme India Starts on undefined Get Details 'It Was Almost Like the Casting Couch Was Trending' For Chawla, now 40, those early years were not just about auditions and ambition—they were about surviving a culture that made exploitation feel almost institutional. 'It was almost like the casting couch was trending,' she said bluntly, as quoted in her Sidharth Kanan interview . Each time she stood her ground, it cost her dearly. Offers disappeared. Roles slipped away. 'There was rejection every time I had the audacity to say no,' she added. 'It was crazy.' For a time, she considered disappearing entirely. 'I felt like I had hit the end of the road,' she shared. 'I would prefer to lie low and give up, because that just wasn't my thing.' MORE STORIES FOR YOU ✕ « Back to recommendation stories I don't want to see these stories because They are not relevant to me They disrupt the reading flow Others SUBMIT And yet, she didn't. From TV Darling to Cinematic Powerhouse Surveen's career began with popular television serials like Kahiin To Hoga and Kasautii Zindagii Kay, where her talent quickly made her a household name. But transitioning to cinema meant entering a space where talent alone wasn't always enough. Despite the setbacks, she carved out a distinctive space for herself in regional and Hindi cinema . From Punjabi blockbusters like Dharti and Taur Mittran Di to bold Bollywood choices such as Hate Story 2 and critically acclaimed performances in Parched and Ugly, Surveen proved she was here to stay—on her own terms. She has also worked across multiple languages including Tamil (Moondru Per Moondru Kadhal), Telugu (Itlu Prematho), and Kannada (Paramesha Panwala), displaying range and resilience in equal measure. Her web series work—from Sacred Games to Criminal Justice: A Family Matter and Rana Naidu—has further cemented her versatility, and her next release, Mandala Murders, is slated to premiere on Netflix on July 25, 2025.
Time of India
7 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Amazon's big warning to 220m Prime members as scam sweeps US: Your account is under attack if you see this message
Amazon Prime customers have been warned about phishers sending fake Amazon correspondence . Scammers, in these Prime membership scams, are impersonating Amazon to target users and steal personal information such as security numbers, bank information or Amazon account details. In an email sent earlier this month, Amazon said there has been an increase in reports about fake emails, and over two-thirds o scams claimed to be related to order or account issues. 'Scammers who attempt to impersonate Amazon put consumers at risk,' Dharmesh Mehta, Amazon's vice president of Selling Partner Services, said in the notice. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Management Public Policy CXO Product Management Cybersecurity Data Science Technology others healthcare Design Thinking Operations Management Digital Marketing Data Analytics MBA Finance PGDM MCA Degree Artificial Intelligence Leadership Others Data Science Healthcare Project Management Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK General Management Programme India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta CERT-IIMC APSPM India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK GMPBE India Starts on undefined Get Details 'Although these scams take place outside our store, we will continue to invest in protecting consumers and educating the public on how to avoid scams.' Pieter Arntz, a malware intelligence researcher at Malwarebytes, has issued a timely July 16 reminder that 'scammers are impersonating Amazon in a Prime membership scam.' ALSO READ: Brigitte Macron 'born a man' explosive theory gains traction after lawsuit against far-right podcaster Candace Owens Live Events What are the red flags about Amazon scammers? Amazon admits that such attacks are not easy to identify. But it recommends that users be alert to certain red flags that can indicate this kind of attack methodology. -Attackers will often create a false sense of urgency and leverage this to entice a knee-jerk reaction, such as clicking a link or providing account information. -Attackers will oftentimes ask for personal information, as well as the aforementioned account credentials, that a genuine caller or member of Amazon support staff would not. These may include, but are not limited to, payment and banking information. -Attackers may, as I mentioned earlier, suggest that you have made a high-ticket item order so as to leverage the urgency and require you to follow a link to cancel it. Attackers may attempt to get you to make payments outside of legitimate Amazon channels, including third-party sites and wire transfers, or even by way of gift cards. ALSO READ: $1,390 Stimulus check in 2025: Do Americans need to pay tax on the amount and who needs to apply? These new 'Amazon refund scam texts' have surged 'more than 50 times in the past two weeks" and the scale of text attacks sweeping the US and Europe is 'out of control.' 'The link in the message leads to a fake Amazon site designed to steal your account details and hack it," reports Forbes. The attackers assume you will have made a recent purchase on Amazon and who doesn't want an unexpected refund? The link is a short-code to beat Amazon's other warning to watch for misspelled URLs. In case you receive the text, delete it immediately per the advice from the FBI and state and local police forces. If you have any doubts, log into your Amazon account using your app or usual methods and check there. Text message scams have exploded into a billion-message industry, fueled by organized criminal networks—many operating from China and outside the reach of US law enforcement. While telecom providers block many suspicious messages, fraudsters now rely on vast 'SIM farms' of regular phones to evade detection and slip through filters. ALSO READ: Inside Eve Jobs' lavish $6.7million wedding to Harry Charles: Kamala Harris, Elton John confirmed guests How is Amazon educating its customers? If a user enters their credentials on the fake page, the scammer captures them—and can then access not only the real Amazon site but any other account that uses the same username and password. In some cases, the counterfeit login screen even requests payment details and other sensitive data, which all go straight to the fraudster. To help customers stay safe, Amazon has rolled out a secure-email feature for people who use Gmail, Yahoo! and other popular providers. When an authentic Amazon message arrives, you'll see the familiar smile‑logo icon in your inbox. ALSO READ: Jessica Simpson drops new song 'Fade' and fans are convinced she is calling out her ex Eric Johnson Amazon also offers these key tips for avoiding scams: Always verify that you're on Amazon's official app or website before making a purchase. Remember: Amazon will never request payment information by phone or email. Beware of messages creating a false sense of urgency or demanding gift‐card payments. If you ever have doubts about a request or transaction, contact Amazon directly.
Time of India
14 hours ago
- Health
- Time of India
Indian medical team to visit Dhaka shortly to support for burn victims; death toll rises to 29
A medical team is likely to visit Dhaka shortly to support burn victims of the recent fighter jet crash in the Diabari area of Bangladesh's capital, Indian High Commission in Dhaka said on Wednesday. According to the Chief Adviser's Press Wing, the death toll in the crash incident has risen to 29 and the number of injured are 69. Most of the injured are student who are now admitted in various hospitals in capital Dhaka. Injured others were teachers, school staff, firefighters, police, army, maids, electricians, and others. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Management Public Policy Data Science Technology CXO Leadership Healthcare Design Thinking Digital Marketing Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity Data Analytics Data Science Product Management healthcare MCA Project Management others MBA Others PGDM Finance Degree Operations Management Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta CERT-IIMC APSPM India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK General Management Programme India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK GMPBE India Starts on undefined Get Details Death toll may rise again, as among the injured, 25 patients have serious conditions with burn injury, a doctor said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play this game for 1 minute and see why everyone is crazy about it Undo Meanwhile, in Dhaka, the authorities have continued to restrict access to National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery to maintain order and ensure uninterrupted medical care for the victims of the Uttara plane crash , reported the Daily Star. The measures have been taken to avoid unnecessary noise and crowds, according to the hospital officials. On July 21, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had expressed condolences at the loss of lives in the tragic air crash in Dhaka and had conveyed assurances of support and assistance. Live Events "A team of burn-specialist Doctors and Nurses with necessary medical support are scheduled to visit Dhaka shortly to treat the victims", the Indian High Commission in Dhaka said in a Facebook post. "They will make an assessment of the condition of patients with recommendations for further treatment and specialised care in India as necessary", it added. "Additional medical teams may also follow depending on their preliminary assessment and treatment", Indian High Commission said. A Bangladesh Air Force F-7 fighter jet crashed into the Milestone School and College campus in Dhaka on Monday afternoon. The jet was being piloted by Bangladeshi Air Force Flight Lieutenant Mohammad Towkir Islam Sagar, who had also died in the crash.
Time of India
16 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
PM Modi departs for UK to finalise historic Free Trade Agreement
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday embarked on a two-nation tour, beginning with an official visit to the United Kingdom from July 23-24, followed by a State Visit to the Maldives from July 25-26. India and UK will sign a free trade agreement (FTA) on Thursday during PM Modi's UK visit, officials said, with New Delhi to ease tariffs on British whisky, cars and some food items, and the UK offering duty-free access to Indian textiles and electric vehicles. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Management others PGDM Digital Marketing Public Policy Product Management Data Science Others MBA Data Analytics Cybersecurity Leadership MCA CXO Data Science Healthcare Operations Management Artificial Intelligence Design Thinking healthcare Technology Finance Project Management Degree Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta CERT-IIMC APSPM India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK General Management Programme India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK GMPBE India Starts on undefined Get Details The pact, concluded in May after three years of stop-start talks, should boost bilateral trade by removing numerous barriers and granting each country greater market access to the other. It will take effect after the British parliament and India's federal cabinet approve it, likely within a year. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Click here for more information Undo "This is a significant agreement," Vikram Misri, India's foreign secretary, told reporters on Tuesday, adding that legal vetting of the deal was near completion ahead of Modi's four-day trip to the UK and Maldives. Trade minister Piyush Goyal will accompany Modi for the formal signing, a commerce ministry official said.
Time of India
16 hours ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
EV push by Indian auto giants could slash manufacturing emissions by 87% by 2050: CEEW Study
India's top automakers are ramping up electric and hybrid vehicle production—and a new study suggests this shift could dramatically cut the industry's climate impact. According to a report released by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) on Wednesday, India's automobile sector could slash its manufacturing emissions by as much as 87% by 2050, if it aligns this EV transition with a move to green electricity and low-carbon steel. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Management Finance Product Management Project Management Healthcare Public Policy MCA Others Data Science Data Analytics Design Thinking Degree Leadership Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity healthcare MBA Technology others Data Science Digital Marketing PGDM CXO Operations Management Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta CERT-IIMC APSPM India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK General Management Programme India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK GMPBE India Starts on undefined Get Details In recent years, companies like Tata Motors , Mahindra & Mahindra, TVS Motors , Ford, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Toyota have significantly expanded their electric and hybrid offerings, while also setting ambitious net-zero targets. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo The CEEW study points to this momentum as a pivotal opportunity to reshape supply chains and drive deep decarbonisation across one of the world's largest auto industries. 'India's auto industry stands at a turning point. To lead in a low-carbon global economy, we must decarbonise not just the vehicles we drive but the industrial processes that build them. Now, the push must be to create demand for green materials at scale, lower costs, and deploy cleaner technologies rapidly. The auto sector can emerge as a force multiplier for economy-wide net-zero transitions—but only through collective foresight, investment and innovation,' said Dr Arunabha Ghosh, CEO, CEEW. Live Events Hybrids offer limited interim gains The study by the Delhip-based think tank also explored a 'high-hybrid' scenario, where hybrids dominate initially before EVs become mainstream. While this path could reduce component-level energy demand by around 7%, the report warns it would result in higher emissions than a direct EV transition, due to the continued use of combustion engines. 'Hybrid vehicles may provide short-term efficiency gains, but they are not a substitute for a zero-carbon mobility future,' CEEW researchers noted. 'Eventually, their share must shrink to make way for fully electric vehicles.' The report positions India's auto industry as a potential 'force multiplier' in the country's wider net-zero transition—but only if companies commit to greening their supply chains, scaling clean energy adoption, and accelerating EV integration across their production lines.
