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India.com
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This actor made his debut with superhit film, became overnight superstar, married twice, career got ruined after he went to jail, he was...
Bollywood has produced many legendary stars who have enhanced Hindi cinema, including icons such as Amitabh Bachchan, Manoj Kumar, Jeetendra, and Dharmendra. Among these was one actor who, at his height, even outshone many cinema stalwarts. However, fate dealt him a tough blow, and his stardom began to fade. Bollywood Actor Navin Nischol We are discussing veteran actor Navin Nischol, who started his career in modeling after completing school and even made it to the major round of the Mr. India competition in Delhi during the 1960s. While on his way to Mumbai for the final round, he encountered his father's friend, the famous filmmaker Mohan Segal. Eventually, Segal encouraged Navin to enroll in the Film Institute in Pune for proper training in cinema. In the following years, Mohan Segal provided Navin with his big break, casting him alongside Rekha in 'Sawan Bhadon', which marked the debut film for both future stars, making him the first hero to star with the legendary actress. Left Many Stalwarts Of Cinema Way Back Released in 1970, Navin's debut film became a significant success, granting him immediate fame. Filmmakers began to seek him out, and he went on to appear in films like 'Victoria No. 203,' 'Dhund', and 'Hanste Zakhm.' At one point, he was even seen as a bigger star than Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, and Jeetendra. Interestingly, Amitabh played a negative character in the 1971 romantic drama 'Parwana', while Navin took the lead role alongside veteran actress Yogita Baali. However, by the mid-70s, a series of box office failures started to impact Navin's career, leading him to take on supporting and character roles, which resulted in a significant decline in his career trajectory. Navin Nischol And The Legal Trouble Navin Nischol was first married to Neelu Kapoor, who was the niece of Dev Anand and the sister of famous filmmaker Shekhar Kapur. However, rumors about his relationship with actress Padmini Kapila caused their marriage to fall apart, leading to a divorce. He later married Geetanjali, who had been divorced before. On April 22, 2006, Geetanjali took her own life and left a note accusing Navin of mental harassment, claiming that his brother Praveen encouraged it. Consequently, both Navin and Praveen were taken into police custody until May 6, 2006. According to India Today, their lawyer Satish Maneshinde mentioned that Geetanjali was struggling with depression and alcoholism. The two were eventually released. On March 19, 2011, Navin passed away due to a cardiac arrest.
New Straits Times
01-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Media Prima hosts Malaysian Advertisers Association for industry dialogue
KUALA LUMPUR: Media Prima Bhd today welcomed council members of the Malaysian Advertisers Association (MAA) for a corporate visit to strengthen industry ties and explore collaboration. Led by MAA president Navin Stanislaus, the delegation met with Media Prima's senior leadership to discuss integrated media solutions, shifting audience behaviours and the role of local content in resonating with Malaysian consumers. "The ecosystem has changed. The challenges we face as an industry and as a nation are very real, and collectively we need to work together towards a better, more fruitful outcome," said Navin. He said the visit gave the association a clearer view of how a local media brand like Media Prima was focused on meeting local needs and supporting brands in meaningful ways, rather than chasing superficial metrics or digital gimmicks. "Media Prima is addressing real issues and creating content that resonates with our Malaysian audiences. "From an industry standpoint, this was about getting everyone on the same page regardless of company or brand so we can move our Malaysian ecosystem forward, for both brands to thrive and consumers to benefit," he said. Navin also pushed back on the notion that television was obsolete, saying that while platforms may change, consumer resonance remains key. "TV never ended. The ecosystem is evolving. It's not just about numbers all the time — sometimes it's about the heartstrings and TV still has that opportunity," he said. Navin added that Malaysian content had a unique value that cut across race and language, and warned against relying too heavily on foreign content at the expense of local identity. "Yes, foreign content is great, but it doesn't say 'Malaysian'. It doesn't touch our heartstrings. "We have something unique to us, something that resonates and brings a smile — like the mention of pantun or makaret. Those are Malaysian nuances we must not lose," he said. Among the Media Prima leadership present were group managing director Rafiq Razali, News and Current Affairs group managing editor Jasbant Singh, and deputy group managing editor Farrah Naz Karim, who also serves as group editor of the New Straits Times.
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Muthazhagu' fame Geetha to make special appearance in ‘Chinna Marumagal'
Popular television actress Geetha , best known for her impactful role in Muthazhagu, is all set to make a special appearance in the ongoing Tamil serial Chinna Marumagal. The actress will be seen in a pivotal cameo role as an advocate, which is expected to bring a significant twist to the storyline. Geetha recently shared a few behind-the-scenes pictures from the sets of Chinna Marumagal, hinting at her much-anticipated entry. Known for her versatile performances and commanding screen presence, her cameo is expected to elevate the drama and keep viewers glued to their screens. Chinna Marumagal, which marks the television debut of Navin, has been gaining steady popularity. Navin, who has previously worked in short films and web series, plays the male lead in the show. He is joined by a strong ensemble cast including Swetha, O.A.K. Sundar, Gowri Janu, Thamarai Selvi, Shiva Kavitha, V.R. Thilagam, Banumathi, Dharshini, Mahalakshmi, Yogi, and Sankavi. The addition of Geetha to this already dynamic cast has further amped up excitement among fans. With her entry, the makers promise a gripping turn in the narrative, making the upcoming episodes a must-watch.
News18
16-06-2025
- Health
- News18
Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Death Toll Might Have Been Higher If Trainee Doctors Were Not Nearby
Last Updated: Navin rushed to the hospital's intensive care unit, where the injured, most of whom had burns, were wheeled in on stretchers. The devastating Air India flight AI171 crash in Ahmedabad last week, which claimed over 270 lives, has thrown up various untold and heartbreaking stories. Navin Chaudhary, a trainee doctor at BJ Medical College had just sat down to eat his meal when a loud bang startled him. He turned back to see a massive fire taking over the dining area where he and other trainee doctors had assembled for lunch. Seeing the blaze approaching him, he rushed toward a window and jumped to escape. From the ground, looking upwards, the sight of the Air India Dreamliner's tail cone hanging from the burning and shattered college canteen building propelled Chaudhary and fellow medical students into action. He said he felt lucky to survive but realised that he had a task at hand to save the injured. 'There was fire and many were injured," he said as quoted by news agency AP. Navin rushed to the hospital's intensive care unit, where the injured, most of whom had burns, were wheeled in on stretchers. 'I felt that as a doctor I could save someone's life. I was safe. So I thought, whatever I can do, I should," he said. 241 out of 242 passengers and crew members on board the Boeing 787-8 (AI 171) and another 29 persons, including five MBBS students, on the ground were killed when the London-bound aircraft crashed, moments after it took off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. Many believed that the death toll would have been higher if it had not been for the intervention of the trainee doctors and students who emerged from the smouldering hostel and rushed to save their colleagues. Akshay Zala, a senior medical student, said the crash felt 'like an earthquake." 'I could hardly see anything as thick plumes of smoke and dust engulfed everything. I was barely able to breathe," he said. Zala rushed to safety, running through dust and smoke. He cleaned and bandaged a wound on his left leg then joined others at the medical college's trauma center to treat the injured. College dean Minakshi Parikh said that many of the doctors who pulled their colleagues out of the debris, later that day went back to their duties to save as many lives as they could. 'They did that and that spirit has continued till this moment," Parikh said. 'So that is human nature, isn't it? When our own people are injured, our first response is to help them," Parikh said. 'So the doctors who managed to escape … the first thing that they did was they went back in and dug out their colleagues who were trapped inside." 'They might not even have survived because the rescue teams take time coming," she added. Ahmedabad Plane Crash India witnessed one of its worst aviation tragedies on Thursday after a London-bound Air India plane, carrying 242 passengers and crew, including former Gujarat chief minister Vijay Rupani, crashed into a medical college complex shortly after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport. One person survived the tragedy. The lone survivor was identified as Indian-origin British national Vishwash Kumar Ramesh who was returning to the UK with his brother Ajay Kumar Rakesh, 45, who was in a different row inside the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. The aircraft had 232 passengers and 10 crew members, including 169 Indians, 53 British nationals, seven Portuguese and a Canadian, on board. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) in a statement said the aircraft piloted by captain Sumeet Sabharwal with 8,200 hours of experience and first officer Clive Kundar with 1,100 hours of experience made a mayday call just before the crash. First Published: June 16, 2025, 22:16 IST
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Yahoo
Car passenger shoots at pedestrian in town centre
A car passenger shot at a pedestrian in a town centre street, police have said. Thames Valley Police said the shooting happened at 18:10 BST on Tuesday in Broad Street, Chesham, in Buckinghamshire A man in his 30s suffered shoulder injuries when he was shot at by a passenger in a silver Volkswagen Scirocco, the force said. "I appreciate that news of this incident will come as a shock to residents of Chesham," said Det Insp Paddy Navin. The Volkswagen Scirocco drove off. The victim was taken to hospital but has since been discharged. Det Insp Navin said: "I want to reassure the community that we believe this was an isolated incident and the offender and victim were known to each other." He said a "potential key witness" was a man in a yellow Audi, who was seen speaking to the victim before the shooting. The last three letters of the Audi's number plate were ARV. The force has appealed for phone and dashcam footage. Townsend Road is closed while an investigation takes place. Follow Beds, Herts and Bucks news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X. Thames Valley Police
