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Time of India
06-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Actor-BJP neta dares: ‘I don't speak Marathi. Throw me out'
Mumbai: Looking to turn the tables on the Thackeray cousins, has raised the issue of Marathi vs north Indians and Gujaratis as it seeks to consolidate its voters among non-Marathi communities. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now On Saturday, former BJP MP from Azamgarh in Uttar Pradesh and Bhojpuri actor , also known as Nirahua, waded into the language controversy, saying no one should indulge in such dirty politics. "The beauty of India is its unity in diversity. No one should do such dirty politics. I am a politician and an actor. Politics must be for the good of people. Mein Marathi nahin bolta. Kisi mein dum hai toh mujhe se nikaal ke dikhaaye (I do not speak Marathi. I challenge them to throw me out of Maharashtra)," said Yadav. Earlier, share market investment analyst Sushil Kedia had also challenged MNS, which is spearheading the agitation against the introduction of Hindi as a third language in schools, saying neither does he know Marathi nor will he speak it. After his office was vandalised on Satuday, he apologised. The Thackeray cousins joined political forces over the "imposition" of Hindi in schools and scored a victory over BJP when CM Devendra Fadnavis withdrew two govt resolutions that allowed Hindi to be taught in school from Class 1 as a third language. With local body elections likely to be held later this year, BJP, which is keen to win the BMC elections, has been quick to work to consolidate the north Indian voters who have not forgotten the thrashing that many from their community in Mumbai were subjected to at the hands of MNS several years ago. Fadnavis, while saying they were proud of Marathi, came down heavily on those opposing Hindi, which he said is also an Indian language. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Mumbai metropolitan region, which has 11 municipal corporations, has a significant Hindi-speaking north Indian population from UP, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh. There is a strong and influential Gujarati population in Mumbai and Thane. Meanwhile, in Solapur, BJP minister Girish Mahajan said many MLAs and MPs from Sena (UBT) are in touch with him and they do not trust Thackeray's leadership. "The results of the upcoming zilla parishad, panchayat samiti, and municipal elections will show how much public trust each leader holds," he said. (With inputs from agencies)
News18
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Dinesh Lal Yadav AKA Nirahua Fires Back On Marathi Language Row: 'Kisi Mein Dum Hai Toh...'
Last Updated: BJP MP Dinesh Lal Yadav aka Nirahua slams Marathi language row in Maharashtra, calls it 'dirty politics' and dares politicians to remove him for not speaking Marathi. Actor and BJP MP Dinesh Lal Yadav, also known as Nirahua, has taken a strong stand against the language row in Maharashtra, calling out what he described as 'dirty politics" surrounding the use of Marathi. While promoting his upcoming Bhojpuri film Hamar Naam Ba Kanhaiya, the Bhojpuri star made it clear that no one should be forced to speak a specific language. 'The people who do this, I'd like to tell them that this is dirty politics. This should not happen in any part of the country. The ones engaging in such dirty politics must refrain from doing so and exercise caution," he said. Nirahua didn't hold back, issuing a direct challenge to political parties that have been pushing for Marathi language usage across the state. 'Kisi mein dum hai toh humko Maharashtra se nikaal ke dikhaye (I don't speak Marathi. I openly challenge all politicians, try and remove me from Maharashtra. I live here. Try to throw me out)." He clarified that he respects all Indian languages, including Marathi, but believes people should have the freedom to speak and learn whichever languages they choose. 'Marathi is a very beautiful language. So is Bhojpuri, Tamil, Telugu, Gujarati and every other language in the country, and everyone should learn all these languages if they are capable enough. But if they cannot learn it, then it's okay. They must not be targeted for it." The actor-turned-MP further added, 'I am also a politician and I believe that politics should be in favour of people's welfare, not to exploit them. If someone wants to learn five different languages, then go for it." This statement came in response to a recent incident involving Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) workers, who were seen attacking a restaurant owner in Mira Road for not speaking Marathi. A video of the attack went viral and drew strong public criticism. Actor Ranvir Shorey also reacted strongly to the footage, tweeting: 'This is sickening. Monsters on the loose, looking for attention and political relevance. Where's law and order?" First Published:
Mint
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Confirmed! Maamla Legal Hai to return with Season 2; internet reacts as Kusha Kapila joins Ravi Kishan's hit series
Ravi Kishan and his gang are all set to return with a fresh season of Maamla Legal Hai. On Wednesday, Netflix announced the development on social media. Season 2 has begun filming, and also updated the OTT giant. Maamla Legal Hai received a positive response from viewers and critics, thanks to its distinctive mix of heartfelt moments and comedy, a refreshing take on the daily madness at Patparganj District Court. With Season 2 now in production, fans can expect more quirky legal chaos and offbeat cases at Patparganj. The much-loved cast including Ravi Kishan, Naila Grewal, Nidhi Bisht, and Anant Joshi is all set to return, but with some new faces. This time, Dinesh Lal Yadav, also known as Nirahua, and Kusha Kapila will be seen joining the courtroom comedy series. Announcing the show, the official Instagram handle of Netflix wrote, 'Order order! Tareekh milne wali hai.. laughter ki. Maamla Legal Hai Season 2 is coming soon, only on Netflix!' The post also shared the first look of the characters including Kusha and Dinesh, which received mixed reactions from the internet users. Reacting to them, a user wrote in the comments, 'Whyy Kushaaaa.' 'Did I just see Nirahua... playing a new character, just count me in,' added another. One more commented, 'Finally! Can't contain my excitement!! So so happy Kush.' Yet another user said, 'Kusha will ruin the show.' Someone also wrote, 'The joy is double now.' Besides Maamla Legal Hai, Netflix has also announced a fresh season of several other hit shows, including Mismatched, Black Warrant, and The Royals. Talking about it, Tanya Bami, Series Head of Netflix India, was quoted by Bollywood Hungama saying, 'There's a special kind of joy, nervousness, and excitement in bringing back shows that have truly found a home in people's hearts. Each of the shows we are announcing today have carved its own space in pop culture, and for good reason. What's exciting and special is how diverse these stories are - from young love to prison drama to a royal rom-com and a sitcom. We hope to make every return feel like a homecoming for the fans.' Maamla Legal Hai S1 was directed by Rahul Pandey and co-written by Saurabh Khanna and Kunal Aneja. The series premiered on Netflix on 1 March 2024.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Veteran Bhojpuri actor Gopal Rai passes away at 76
Picture Credit: X Veteran Bhojpuri actor Gopal Rai passed away on Sunday evening at the age of 76. After battling illness for several years, he breathed his last at his ancestral home. The news of his demise quickly spread across social media, with fans and members of the Bhojpuri film fraternity sharing their grief. A pillar of Bhojpuri cinema Gopal Rai was one of the pioneering faces of Bhojpuri cinema who played a significant role in elevating the industry. Over a career spanning several decades, he appeared in more than 200 films and television shows. Known for his versatility, Gopal Rai effortlessly portrayed a wide range of characters from menacing villains to comic roles and winning the hearts of audiences with every performance. The news of his passing was confirmed by noted film critic Sanjay Bhushan Patiala. On Instagram, he wrote, "Sad news for Bhojpuri film industry: Gopal Rai passes away Muzaffarpur, Bihar, 25 May 2025 ! Bhojpuri is a sad news for film industry. Our beloved actor Gopal Rai has passed away. He was known for his acting and simplicity and had made a unique identity of himself in the Bhojpuri film industry." The post also mentioned that their cremation will be tomorrow at Rewa Ghat. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Top Public Speaking Course for Children Planet Spark Book Now Undo Some of his most memorable films include blockbusters like 'Nadiya Ke Paar', 'Ganga Kinare Mora Gaon', and 'Nirahua Hindustani'. His work alongside Bhojpuri superstars such as Pawan Singh and Dinesh Lal Yadav, popularly known as Nirahua, was especially appreciated. The chemistry he shared with these leading actors was a highlight for many fans. Life away from the spotlight in his final years In recent years, due to health issues, Gopal Rai had stepped away from the limelight and returned to his native village from Mumbai. Despite his absence from the screen, he maintained close ties with the industry, often meeting fellow artists. His recent interactions with Nirahua and Amrapali Dubey showed that his bond with the Bhojpuri film world remained strong even as he lived away from it. 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 .
