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NDTV
3 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Madhya Pradesh BJP MLA's 'Om Puri-Sridevi' Analogy Over Roads Sparks Row
Bhopal: As the condition of roads continues to deteriorate across Madhya Pradesh during the ongoing monsoon season, a political war of words has erupted between the ruling BJP and the opposition Congress. Amid public outrage over waterlogged and broken roads, BJP MLA from Pichore, Pritam Lodhi, stirred controversy with a bizarre analogy. Responding to media questions outside the Assembly in Bhopal on Monday, Mr Lodhi said, "During Digvijaya Singh's tenure, the roads were like Om Puri. Now, under our government, they have become like Sridevi. But it is raining heavily. We have to make a compromise with Lord Indra." Mr Lodhi arrived at the Assembly in a private cab instead of his vehicle, citing poor road conditions. "Lord Indra is angry. It is raining heavily, and the roads have turned into water parks. I don't have a boat, nor can I swim here. I had a small car, which wouldn't survive these roads, so I came by Ola," he said with a laugh. While Mr Lodhi's remarks were intended as satire, they quickly drew sharp criticism. Deputy Leader of Opposition Hemant Katare termed the comment a "disgrace to women." In a social media post, he accused the BJP of being insensitive and corrupt. "This statement not only insults women but also mocks the people's sufferings. It reflects the BJP's culture of ignoring public grievances once in power," he wrote. Mr Katare also hit out at BJP minister Rakesh Singh for his earlier remark: "As long as there are roads, there will be potholes." Calling it "an example of real arrogance," he said the statement epitomises the ruling party's indifference to the problems faced by common citizens.
News18
3 days ago
- Politics
- News18
‘Roads In Congress-Era MP Were Like Om Puri, Now Like Sridevi': BJP MLA's Remarks Spark Row
Last Updated: Preetam Lodhi said that the condition of roads in Madhya Pradesh during Congress regime was like that of Om Puri, whereas under the BJP rule, roads are like late Sridevi. Remember former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad's old jibe about making the roads of Bihar as smooth as the cheeks of actress Hema Malini? Now a BJP MLA from Madhya Pradesh has stirred a political row by making an unusual comparison. BJP MLA Preetam Lodhi, who arrived in a cab at the monsoon session of the state legislative assembly on Monday was speaking about state's pothole-ridden roads during monsoon season. Making a bizarre comparison, he said that the condition of roads in Madhya Pradesh during the erstwhile Congress regime was like that of actor Om Puri, whereas under the BJP rule, roads are like actress Sridevi. 'During Digvijaya Singh's tenure (as MP chief minister), roads were like (cheeks of) Om Puri, while under the BJP, they are like Sridevi. But now it's raining. We still need to negotiate with Lord Indra," the MLA from Pichhore constituency in Shivpuri district was quoted as saying by news agency PTI when questioned about potholes and a recent cave-in incident in Bhopal. The controversial remarks sparked outrage and demands for his removal. MP Congress women's wing president Vibha Patel condemned the comment as indecent and disrespectful toward a deceased woman. She demanded that Lodhi either apologise or be dismissed by his party. 'BJP MLAs have become habituated to insulting women. Our brave women were insulted during Operation Sindoor," she said, apparently referring to controversial remarks made by the state's senior minister, Kunwar Vijay Shah, against Colonel Sophia Qureshi, the face of the official briefings during Operation Sindoor. 'The amount of training BJP leaders receive on culture and etiquette notwithstanding, the power-drunk leaders keep on insulting women. If the MLA does not apologise and if the BJP fails to sack him, we will take to the streets and won't let these MLAs sit in peace," she added. The face of Bollywood actor Om Puri who died in 2017, was scarred by a bout of smallpox in childhood, meanwhile veteran actress Sridevi passed away in 2018 at the age of 54. This is not the first time Lodhi has made headlines for his bizarre remarks. Around two months ago, while speaking on caste-based census, he had said, 'In India, the Modi-Lodhi coin will rule. The OBC community will benefit greatly from caste-based census. The Lodhis will rise." In 2022, he was criticised for his casteist remarks against the Brahman community. While addressing a students' function to mark the birth anniversary of warrior queen Avantibai Lodhi, he had said, 'The Brahmins were fooling people in the name of offering religious rituals and prayers, and grabbing money and other things from commoners. They (Brahmins) are prospering on our money and resources. Seeing beautiful women from good families, they (Brahmins) want to have food at these women's homes. They want young women seated in the front row and make elderly women sit at the back." (With inputs from agencies) view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India.com
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This 37-year-old comedy show will leave you in splits, became popular due to…, has 7.6 IMDb rating, serial is..., lead actor was...
The yesteryears of the Indian Television industry have witnessed several superhit serials. Whether it is mythological serials including Ramayana, Mahabharata, or thrillers like Byomkesh Bakshi, the authenticity TV serials had back then has left a lasting mark in the audience's hearts till now. However, do you know that there was a TV series which was aired in 1989 not just on one channel but on two? The show fell in the category of comedy and till date when people remember it, they burst into laughter. Father of All Comedy Shows Was Released in 1989 Today, we enjoy stand-up comedy or even comedy shows like The Kapil Sharma Show or The Great Indian Laughter Challenge, but there was a time when a daily soap opera was loved like anything. The show which we have been talking about is none other than Mr. Yogi. The show was produced and directed by Ketan Mehta. The main character was played by Mohan Gokhale. How Mr. Yogi Show Has a Special Connection with Late Actor Om Puri You will be amazed to know that the show Mr. Yogi has a special connection with late actor Om Puri. The show was narrated by the veteran actor, and he wooed the audience. Mr. Yogi Plot Yogesh Ishwarlal Patel, an MBA student from America — popularly known as Y. I. Patel or Mr. Yogi — returns to India to meet 12 prospective brides in search of his perfect match. Narrated by Om Puri, the story follows Yogi's quirky and eventful journey to find his ideal life partner. Mr. Yogi and Its Impressive IMDb Rating Will you believe it if we say that the show holds a 7.6 IMDb rating? Yes, you read that right! The serial is still loved by the audience. The serial Mr. Yogi aired 37 years ago, from 1988 to 1989, and had a total of 13 episodes. This show became very popular in the 80s, and you can watch it on YouTube.
News18
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Kabir Khan Reveals CBFC Asked To Cut 'Maulvi' Om Puri's 'Jai Shree Ram' Chant In Bajrangi Bhaijaan
The censors felt that the dialogue would hurt certain sentiments, especially those of the Muslim population. Kabir Khan's Bajrangi Bhaijaan, starring Salman Khan as the lead, is one of the most talked-about films in both their filmographies. With its deep political messaging and balanced entertainment, the film has amassed a great fan following over the years. As the film clocks 10 years, the director opened up to SCREEN and revealed that the CBFC asked him to make a major edit. In the film, Om Puri played the role of a Maulvi in Pakistan. His character appeared during a crucial part of the film and emphasised humanity above religious and national boundaries. However, in one of the scenes, he remarked, 'Thoda sa humare paas bhi hai Kashmir." When asked if Kabir Khan felt that this could be seen as provocative, the filmmaker said, 'No, I wasn't thinking too much back then." Kabir Khan said, 'I just followed my heart. But you're right, today, people judge a film before watching it. But back then, not one person said the film was offensive. Although there was a line the censors wanted me to cut, when Om Puri says 'Jai Shri Ram' to Salman as he's seeing them off." The filmmaker added, 'They thought it might upset people, especially the Muslim population. But I fought for it. I remember watching the film at Gaiety Galaxy, one of the most quintessential single-screen experiences in Mumbai. The theatre, packed with Muslim blue-collar workers from Bandra, erupted in cheers when that line came. It was the clearest sign that everyone who doubted it was wrong. You could see how deeply the moment landed with them." When asked if Kabir had anticipated that the film would strike an emotional chord with the audience, he said, 'Not at that level. I knew it was emotional, but I thought it'd be funnier than emotional. After the release, I visited theatres and saw people just sitting in their seats, not getting up. I realised they were trying to compose themselves. They were sobbing. That's when it hit me, this is really emotional. Even now, when I rewatch the last part, I get misty-eyed. And if I'm tearing up, then I can understand the impact it's had on audiences." In the same chat, Kabir Khan also revealed that Om Puri was not the first choice for the role. Kabir Khan had initially approached Naseeruddin Shah, who loved the script and the character, but couldn't finally be in the film. First Published: July 17, 2025, 10:22 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India.com
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This film of Rekha is remembered for its intimate scenes, actress lost control during bold scene, broke a chair, film was..., lead actor was...
Veteran actress Rekha, known as the evergreen beauty, is considered one of the finest actresses in Indian cinema. She has impressed audiences with her remarkable performances, acting skills, dialogue delivery, and graceful dancing. Thanks to these qualities, she remains one of India's most beloved stars. Rekha has also delivered several bold on-screen moments, whether alongside Akshay Kumar or Amitabh Bachchan. What is the name of Rekha's controversial movie? There was one more actor, Rekha did an intimate scene that went controversial. It was a bold scene in a movie with actor Om Puri, which created a stir. Do you know about that 1997 film of Rekha and Om Puri, in which their chemistry surprised many people? The name of this film is 'Aastha: In the Prison of Spring' , directed by Basu Bhattacharya. What's the story of Rekha and Om Puri's movie? The film's success was described as blurring the gap between Indian art and commercial cinema. Aastha is a 3-hour 30-minute erotic drama that also features Naveen Nischal and Daisy Irani in prominent roles. The story revolves around Mansi and Amar, a middle-class couple with a young daughter. Rekha had the controversial role of a married woman who turns into a prostitute, which was severely criticised by the audience. Rekha reacted to the criticism and once said, 'After Aastha: In the Prison of Spring, people had a lot to say about my role of a wife who moonlights as a prostitute. I don't have problems playing anything. I've reached a stage where I could do justice to any role that came my way. It could be role of a mother, a sister-in-law; negative, positive, sensational or anything'. Rekha and Om Puri's bold scene in Aastha movie There is a bold scene between the two in the film, in which they are seen getting intimate on a chair. According to reports, Om Puri and Rekha had to go even further to make this scene look real. Both of them allegedly got so involved that the chair was about to break due to their weight. Even today, many actresses shy away from taking such a bold step like Rekha.
