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India.com
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actress who made debut in 1998, worked with Shah Rukh Khan, Salman, Aamir, rejected Rs 600 crore offer; She is…
In the history of Indian cinema, many actresses have entered the industry and earned great fame through their talent and beauty. One of them is this actress from Himachal Pradesh, who began her career as a model for Perk chocolate. Born in an army family, her father died in a car accident when she was 13. Her mother was also bedridden due to injuries. This situation in her life forced her to mature rapidly. After her schooling, this actress studied English honours and psychology. She even has a postgraduate degree in criminal psychology, but later took up acting. In 1988, the actress made her debut with Shah Rukh Khan's film Dil Se. She was recognised for her performance and in the same year, she got Soldier, where she performed opposite Bobby Deol. You must have guessed by now who the actress is? Who is this actress? We are talking about Preity Zinta made a strong impression in a supporting role in Dil Se. Even though she is away from acting today, she was once the first choice of many filmmakers. The song 'Jiya Jale Jaan Jale', written by Gulzar on the lines of 'Suhagraat' was a superhit. Zinta is also known as the 'Dimple Girl' of Bollywood due to her prominent dimples on her cheeks. Along with acting, she is also famous for her outspokenness. Very few people know about Preity Zinta, the owner of the IPL team Kings XI Punjab. Why did Preity Zinta decline Rs 600 crore offer? There was a time when Preity had rejected a big Bollywood director's offer of Rs 600 crore without thinking once. Filmmaker Shandar Amrohi, elder son of legendary Kamal Amrohi, shared a close bond with Preity, often calling her his daughter. In 2011, he made headlines when he declared that he would will his fortune to her, bypassing his children. It included his ancestral property, worth Rs 600 crore. However, Preity turned it down. It was reported that no one can take the place of her father. The media statement read, 'I am not in such a bad position that someone else's property is required.' Why did Preity Zinta face threats from the underworld don? Preity Zinta has spoken about her involvement in the 2003 Bharat Shah case. Bharat Shah, a financier of Bollywood films, along with producer Nazim Rizvi, was linked to the underworld, specifically gangster Chhota Shakeel. He was also involved in extortion. Zinta revealed that while filming Chori Chori Chupke Chupke, she received threatening calls from the underworld. She informed the sessions court about the extortion threats she had received from a gangster. In 2018, she said, 'For the record, if I knew that everyone was going to back out, I also would have. It was a scary time in my life. I should have been protected. Whatever I said in court was on TV ten minutes later.' Zinta was the sole witness not to retract in court her earlier statements against the don, for which she was awarded the Godfrey Phillips National Bravery Award. How much does Preity Zinta own? As per the reports, Preity Zinta's net worth is estimated to be around Rs 409 crore, which is approximately $50 million. This includes her assets from her film career, ownership of the IPL team Punjab Kings, and other business ventures, according to IMDb. She is the co-owner the Punjab Kings (formerly Kings XI Punjab) since 2008.
India Today
10-06-2025
- General
- India Today
Tiny notes, big dreams: What pocket money taught 90s kids
It was the first of the waited near the door, restless and excited, peeking out every few minutes to catch a glimpse of their father walking down the lane. Not because they missed him more that day, but because it was pay day. And in most Indian households back in the 80s and 90s, salary day meant one more thing: pocket money would enter, tired from the long commute and the weight of bills in his briefcase. But the moment he reached into his shirt pocket and pulled out those crumpled rs 5 or rs 10 notes, the room would erupt in glee. That small note was more than just money; it was freedom, status, and pure joy. Some rushed off to buy Phantom sweet cigarettes. Others saved it to rent video games on Sunday. A few stashed it in old tin boxes, waiting for the day it would grow enough to buy a comic or a friendship to 2025, and the scene has changed. Kids now get a ping on their phones, notifying them that rs 5,000 or even rs 20,000 has been transferred to their digital wallets. No waiting. No ceremony. Just a quiet notification a tap to JOY OF SMALL THINGS: LIFE IN RS 10advertisementIn a world without instant delivery and cashless transactions, even rs 10 felt magical. You didn't ask for more you planned, saved, and sometimes even bargained with siblings to pool your cash for something bigger."I used to get rs 5 every Sunday from my grandfather," recalls Gaurav Sharma, 41, from Agra. "That was my freedom money. I'd run to the corner shop to buy Phantom cigarettes (those sweet pink sticks), or rent a comic. I learned to plan, to wait. Instant gratification wasn't even a concept." Nina Arora, 66, a retired teacher and mother of two now-grown kids, remembers the ritual. "We didn't give money for the sake of it. We treated it like a reward. If my son helped with chores or behaved well at school, he got a rs 10 note. That note had so much power."For many girls, it was spent on stickers, colourful erasers, bangles from the street market, or a bar of Perk. And for most boys, it meant marbles, trading cards, or a quick joyride in the form of Mario at the neighbourhood game VS. NOW: A GENERATIONAL FLIPBOOK Today's pocket money isn't given by hand-it's sent online. Children can swipe cards, scan QR codes, and even track their expenses through analytics DIGITAL WALLET GENERATIONShruti Nair, 14, from Bengaluru, gets rs 8,000 a month as allowance. "I use it for my OTT subscriptions, ordering food, and buying clothes online. I don't like to ask my parents each time. This way I can manage my own spending," she says, scrolling through her Fampay account. This level of autonomy would've been unimaginable to their parents at that Mehta, 42, a Delhi-based mother of two, chuckles, "My son knows how to use Paytm and scan QR codes better than I do. I'm amazed at how tech-savvy they are, but I do wonder-have they ever felt the thrill of counting coins saved over three months?"advertisementLESSONS IN VALUE: DELAYED VS. INSTANT GRATIFICATIONFor 90s kids, pocket money wasn't just about spending it was about learning. That humble rs 10 note handed over once a month taught the art of budgeting long before Excel sheets existed. It taught patience, waiting weeks to afford a comic or a cricket card. It taught value-every coin saved was a step closer to a dream toy or a chocolate bar. And above all, it taught gratitude. Because pocket money came not from clicks, but from a parent's hard-earned salary and a silent understanding that this small amount carried with it love, trust, and a gentle push toward responsibility."We would save for months just to buy a Tazo cap or a movie ticket," says Deepika Joshi, 38, a marketing professional in Mumbai. "When I bought my first Walkman with saved pocket money, I felt like a queen."Today's kids are financially smart in a different way. They know how to transfer, recharge, and invest-but often miss the emotional connect that comes from waiting, saving, and dreaming about a small MONEY AS A MIRROR OF THE TIMES Pocket money has always reflected not just inflation, but aspiration. The simplicity of the past isn't necessarily better or worse-it's just different. Our kids are growing up in a world of subscriptions, gaming coins, and on-demand everything. Still, somewhere, a 40-year-old mother stares fondly at her child's digital card and remembers the joy of spotting a rs 2 coin under the pillow. Somewhere, a father picks up a Tinkle at a bookstore and smiles, remembering the day he spent his entire allowance on THAN JUST MONEYWhether it was rs 10 a month or rs 10K a tap, pocket money has always been more than just a monetary allowance. It's the first taste of freedom, the first lesson in decision-making, and a quiet doorway into adulthood. So here's to the piggy banks, the jam jars filled with coins, the secret stashes in school bags-and to every kid, past or present, who felt rich just holding their own credit: Generative AI by Vani Gupta
North Wales Chronicle
24-05-2025
- Business
- North Wales Chronicle
Poundland reveals major change for Perk scheme members
Customers who use the 'Poundland Perk' app will now collect 'Perk points' to be able to be spent in store. These points can then be converted into vouchers for online or in-store usage when shoppers have spent enough to hit at least 5,000 points. It's a change from the previous setup which had member-only discounts off hundreds of items in store. In an email sent to Perk members from the Poundland team yesterday (May 23), it read: 'We've listened to your feedback and from May 21, 2025, the app will now be changing to points and prizes. 'That means we'll be offering all customers our very best pricing on the shelf and online – without having to add Poundland Perks prices found in the app." Any points earned when shopping will still be totalled up on the app, and individuals will still be able to take part in the weekly competition run by the store. It said: 'Of course, you can continue to earn points as you shop at Poundland in store and online when you scan your Poundland Perks app at checkout – and you'll still be able to play our weekly Win it Wednesday competition to win points and prizes. Recommended reading: Poundland confirms major change in stores and online Morrisons reveals major change for all More Card customers Morrisons to revamp UK stores to offer 'farm shop' produce 'Once you've accumulated 5,000 points you'll be able to convert those points to a £1 voucher to redeem In-store and online, by turning the toggle on before the 15th of every month.' Launched in October last year, the Perks app was the value retailer's first rewards scheme and surpassed one million downloads just one month after its launch. Following a pilot scheme in Scotland, Northern Ireland and on the Isle of Wight, the retailer created the 'convenient' app to help customers save even more in the lead up to Christmas.
Rhyl Journal
24-05-2025
- Business
- Rhyl Journal
Poundland reveals major change for Perk scheme members
Customers who use the 'Poundland Perk' app will now collect 'Perk points' to be able to be spent in store. These points can then be converted into vouchers for online or in-store usage when shoppers have spent enough to hit at least 5,000 points. It's a change from the previous setup which had member-only discounts off hundreds of items in store. In an email sent to Perk members from the Poundland team yesterday (May 23), it read: 'We've listened to your feedback and from May 21, 2025, the app will now be changing to points and prizes. 'That means we'll be offering all customers our very best pricing on the shelf and online – without having to add Poundland Perks prices found in the app." Any points earned when shopping will still be totalled up on the app, and individuals will still be able to take part in the weekly competition run by the store. It said: 'Of course, you can continue to earn points as you shop at Poundland in store and online when you scan your Poundland Perks app at checkout – and you'll still be able to play our weekly Win it Wednesday competition to win points and prizes. Recommended reading: Poundland confirms major change in stores and online Morrisons reveals major change for all More Card customers Morrisons to revamp UK stores to offer 'farm shop' produce 'Once you've accumulated 5,000 points you'll be able to convert those points to a £1 voucher to redeem In-store and online, by turning the toggle on before the 15th of every month.' Launched in October last year, the Perks app was the value retailer's first rewards scheme and surpassed one million downloads just one month after its launch. Following a pilot scheme in Scotland, Northern Ireland and on the Isle of Wight, the retailer created the 'convenient' app to help customers save even more in the lead up to Christmas.
South Wales Guardian
24-05-2025
- Business
- South Wales Guardian
Poundland reveals major change for Perk scheme members
Customers who use the 'Poundland Perk' app will now collect 'Perk points' to be able to be spent in store. These points can then be converted into vouchers for online or in-store usage when shoppers have spent enough to hit at least 5,000 points. It's a change from the previous setup which had member-only discounts off hundreds of items in store. In an email sent to Perk members from the Poundland team yesterday (May 23), it read: 'We've listened to your feedback and from May 21, 2025, the app will now be changing to points and prizes. 'That means we'll be offering all customers our very best pricing on the shelf and online – without having to add Poundland Perks prices found in the app." Any points earned when shopping will still be totalled up on the app, and individuals will still be able to take part in the weekly competition run by the store. It said: 'Of course, you can continue to earn points as you shop at Poundland in store and online when you scan your Poundland Perks app at checkout – and you'll still be able to play our weekly Win it Wednesday competition to win points and prizes. Recommended reading: 'Once you've accumulated 5,000 points you'll be able to convert those points to a £1 voucher to redeem In-store and online, by turning the toggle on before the 15th of every month.' Launched in October last year, the Perks app was the value retailer's first rewards scheme and surpassed one million downloads just one month after its launch. Following a pilot scheme in Scotland, Northern Ireland and on the Isle of Wight, the retailer created the 'convenient' app to help customers save even more in the lead up to Christmas.
