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NDTV
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Actor-Pilot Gul Panag: "My Gut Says Air India Crash Will Be Blamed On Pilot Error, But..."
On June 12, 2025, an Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, carrying 242 passengers and crew members, crashed shortly after take-off. There were 230 passengers, 10 crew members and two pilots on the flight that was headed to London. One person -- the passenger of seat No. 11A -- survived the crash. Actor Gul Panag, who received her Private Pilot's License in 2016, in an interview with Shiv Aroor, Managing Editor, NDTV, spoke about the ill-fated Air India crash and why the pilots could eventually be blamed for the tragedy. Gul Panag, known for films such as Dor and Manorama Six Feet Under as well as web series Paatal Lok and The Family Man, said as a hobby pilot, she flies every other month. "I'm just rated to fly two-three small, little aircraft. But few things are sacrosanct across the aircraft you fly whether you fly the fancy B-2 Bomber, it's a beautiful aircraft, or you fly a 15217 Cessna. "There are certain things that go on in a pilot's mind when you're taking off. Engine failure and take-off are memory items and how to address that is also something that is drilled into your head from the time you go to flying school," the actor told NDTV. Engine failure is a verbal callout that a pilot practises, even when they are alone in the aircraft, if they have been trained well, she said. "Whether engines failed or they didn't fail, all of that will be revealed once the final report is out. Two critical things stand out - one, he (the pilot) made a mayday call, which means he assessed in the short span of time that he really felt the aircraft sinking, he troubleshot whatever he could in that short span of time, because you're assuming it is engine failure. "It demonstrates complete and total coherence. He hadn't given into panic. All of the people I'm in touch with by virtue of belonging to the aviation ecosystem, that's a very critical thing," said Gul Panag, whose husband Rishi Attari is also a pilot. The actor, however, said she fears the blame of the Air India crash would be put on the pilots. "The sad thing is, till the more is revealed, I suspect, and tragically so... The gut instinct says that it will eventually come down to or it will be made to look like pilot error and that's what every pilot fears because they are not there to defend themselves. I hope it's not that. Every single incident that we have had in recent times is unfortunately put down as that. In the case of the 737 Max, other facts revealed themselves later," she said. "But the initial report just puts it out like, 'This could have been handled better', even if there were failures and could be attributed to other things, there will be a pilot error aspect as a contributing factor. Having said that, given how advanced the machines are today, it is the only variable because the machine flies itself... If you step back and look back, the human element is the only variable in the bigger picture. So, we'll have to wait till the results come out," she added.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Abhay Deol sends fans into a frenzy as he turns DJ in Gurugram, reminds netizens of brother Bobby Deol
Abhay Deol , the actor known for his cool style and offbeat roles in films like ' Dev D ', 'Shanghai', and 'Manorama Six Feet Under', recently gave fans a surprise that no one saw coming. The 49-year-old star took over the DJ console at a high-end nightclub in Gurugram on 16 May, leaving everyone stunned with his new avatar. Though he didn't post anything about the event, videos of the party night went viral across social media. In the clips, the 'Aisha' actor can be seen spinning tracks in a laid-back T-shirt and trousers, with his signature sunglasses on. Focused on his DJ console and avoiding eye contact with the crowd, he let the music do all the talking. Netizens gush over his looks Fans on social media couldn't get enough of the videos. One clip shows the actor grooving behind the DJ desk. His calm, collected attitude and stylish presence set the internet on fire. The compliments poured in. One user joked, 'The D in Deol stands for being a DJ, apparently.' Another wrote, 'Find him so so hot.' A third fan added, 'Likely place for him to be. He's so hot.' The buzz only grew louder when one fan perfectly summed up the mood by saying, 'He is in his Dev D arc.' Clearly, Abhay's brief DJ set left a strong impression. Reminds fans of Bobby Deol Abhay Deol isn't the only one with DJing skills—fans were quick to recall that his brother Bobby Deol had also played DJ in the past. Many noted that the Deol family isn't just about acting, but full of hidden talents, making their recent musical turns even more exciting for fans. People commented on post saying, 'He is a student of Lord DJ Bobby, he took lessons from the best!' and 'following his bhayia Bobby'. Reportedly, back in 2016, Bobby Deol showed off his DJ skills at a nightclub in New Delhi. The 'Barsaat' actor took charge of the DJ console and played songs from his film 'Gupt' on loop. This wasn't Abhay's first time DJing. According to social media reports and fans familiar with the club scene, the actor had earlier performed at the same venue too. Still, the recent appearance caught everyone by surprise and reignited curiosity about what the actor has been up to. Watch the video here A Look Back at His Film Career From his breakthrough in 'Socha Na Tha' to cult hits like ' Dev D' and 'Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!', Abhay Deol has always chosen different, fresh roles. Films like 'Aisha', 'Shanghai', 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara', and 'Raanjhanaa' proved his range as an actor who isn't afraid to take risks. He was last seen in the 2023 OTT crime series 'Trial By Fire', where he received praise for his intense and moving performance. Why He's Been Away From the Limelight In a 2019 interview with Mid-Day, Abhay opened up about why we don't see him in too many films these days. He shared honestly, 'No one is giving me any work. The kind of content I want to be part of, is hardly made. At the same time, I have not closed myself to anything. As long as it excites me, I am game for it.' He went on to say, 'It is a choice I have made. The kind of stories I like often comes from debutant directors. So, to ensure that the film sees the light of day is a long process in itself.' Abhay also touched on why he doesn't enjoy the spotlight as much as others, adding, 'I haven't bagged awards or made any landmark project, so there won't be much to celebrate. If you go against the mainstream narrative, you do not get the [desired] visibility.' Sunny Deol's Heartfelt Note for His Mother Leaves Fans Moved Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
