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Time of India
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Trailer of director Ram's light-hearted entertainer 'Paranthu Po' released
The makers of director Ram's eagerly awaited entertainer 'Paranthu Po', featuring actors Mirchi Shiva, Anjali , Grace Antony and master Mitul Ryan in the lead, on Thursday released the film's trailer much to the delight of fans and film buffs. The trailer released on Thursday begins with a young child Anbu (Mitul Ryan) demanding that his parents promise him that they will all stay in the village. When his parents who are baffled by his reference to a village ask him what he means by the village, he says, "The place where there's a hill, a pond, a football ground and friends to play with." Paranthu Po - Trailer | Ram | Shiva | Grace Antony | Anjali | Aju Varghese | Santhosh Dhayanithi Anbu is mischief personified. Brutally honest on the one hand and full of questions on the other, Anbu is a typical child whose constant queries put his parents in a spot of bother. The trailer shows Anbu's father (played by Mirchi Shiva) finally taking him on a bike ride. It also shows Anbu's father's relationship with his dad (played by Balaji Sakthivel). The trailer ends with a statement by director Ram. He says, "For every parent struggling to succeed for their kids..." In all, one gets the impression that the film is a light-hearted, buoyant musical comedy that revolves around an obstinate schoolboy and his loving but cash-strapped dad. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Talking about the film's lead actor Mirchi Shiva, Ram, in an earlier interview, had said, "Shiva and I began our careers in 2007 - he with 'Chennai 28' and I with 'Katrathu Tamil'. At that time, he was working at Radio Mirchi and interviewed me. We've been friends since then and have always wanted to collaborate. Finally, it happened with 'Paranthu Po' in 2024." Paranthu Po - Official Teaser 'Paranthu Po' will also be the first time that Ram has ventured into the comedy genre. "This film marks my first venture into feel-good comedy, featuring a talented ensemble cast. Grace Antony, known for her work in Malayalam cinema, was my perfect choice for the role given her natural flair for comedy. As always, Anjali has been incredibly supportive. Aju Varghese and Vijay Yesudas have been instrumental during both shooting and dubbing, making the process smooth. I'm also excited to introduce Master Mitul Ryan, a gifted young actor whose natural performance will surely surprise audiences. Collaborating with Hotstar has been a wonderful experience - they trusted my vision and allowed me to stay true to my original script. The entire team made it a peaceful and pleasant journey," Ram said. Background score for the film is by Yuvan Shankar Raja and music is by Santhosh Dhayanithi. NK Ekhambram has cranked the camera for this film, which has editing by Mathi VS. The film's songs have lyrics by Madhan Karky while its stunts have been choreographed by Stunt Silva.
Mint
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Tuning out: RJs abandon radio to become influencers as their social media popularity soars
Radio jockeys were the original influencers in the time before social media. So, it's no surprise that RJs are now making the most of their soaring popularity on social media to become content creators and regain their status as influencers. After all, content creators and influencers have lucrative careers that can bring them brand deals and entertainment opportunities. It can be so enticing that some RJs are even ditching radio, exacerbating the struggles of the audio broadcasting sector. Karishma Gangwal quit her job as an RJ at Red FM in 2023 to pursue content creation full time, making videos. She has close to 7 million people following her Instagram handle @rjkarishma and currently hosts a spot-the-imposter format game show called 'Find the Farzi' on JioHotstar. "As RJs, we do have an advantage. We're used to being creative, spontaneous and adding our own flavour to everything we do. These skills naturally help us in content creation too," Gangwal said. Also Read | India's influencers confront a harsh reality: more views don't mean more subscribers Content creation also becomes more lucrative for RJs due to its higher earning potential than their radio jobs. "It really depends on the size of your following. But generally, as a content creator with a strong audience, you can easily earn two to three times more than a radio jockey," said Princy Parikh, a RJ turned creator who quit her job at Radio Mirchi in 2023. She now has her own YouTube channel with 3.4 million followers. Her Instagram handle @princymirchilove has over 1.6 million followers. Analysts said the transition of radio content to social media to catch up with the changing preferences of consumers has fuelled the online popularity of RJs. 'Radio jockeys were the original macro influencers, long before social media. They commanded regional fame through FM radio, building deep audience engagement," said Amiya Swarup, partner, marketing advisory, at consulting firm EY. Over time, radio companies have started tapping the rising influencer status of their RJs. Today, brands benefit not just from on-air credibility, but also from the powerful social media reach of RJs, Swarup said. However, as radio stations build income from advertisements on social media, RJs, who are also promoting their personal brands on social media, are sometimes put in a spot when they have to work with brands they don't associate with. Freedom, flexibility "You have the option to say no to brands and campaigns you may not relate to," said Supriya Kapoor, a former RJ with Fever FM with over 50,000 followers on Instagram, who now calls herself a creator, voiceover artist and podcast host. "Becoming influencers gives you complete freedom with the kind of content you create as you aren't bound by a brand's presence. It also gives the flexibility to collaborate with brands you identify with, having complete ownership and say on the commercials." Experts said they have observed a growth in RJs taking over social media, gaining traction on the back of creativity and their masterful storytelling skills that give them an edge over other creators. Also Read | Fake followers and murky return on investment push brands to rejig influencer strategy "While there's no official data tracking this group specifically, from what we've seen in the ecosystem, ex- or current RJs likely make up around 2-4% of India's digital creator base. It's still a niche, but definitely a growing one, especially with the rise of podcasting and audio-first formats that play to their strengths," said Shravika Behl, head of growth at influencer marketing agency Pocket Aces. As per a Boston Consulting Group report in May, there are currently 2-2.5 million creators in India influencing over 30% of consumers and $350-400 billion in consumer spending. In their radio roles, RJs are heard only locally. Seeking national recognition becomes another reason for them to push for social media growth. Wider reach "I always aspired to be known. Earlier, people recognised me as a Red FM RJ—but only within Siliguri, which is a relatively small town. Social media changed that. It gave me a platform to build a name and gain recognition far beyond my city. It's not just local fame anymore, it is reach and impact on a much larger scale," said Priyanka Sarkar, who quit her job after a decade-long stint in May to pursue fulltime content creation. Her Instagram handle @rjpriyanka has over 1.3 million followers. Also Read | Influencers and brands turn to social media to raise cyber awareness Disclaimer: Fever FM is operated by HT Media Ltd, the publisher of Mint.
India.com
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Dia Mirza makes SHOCKING revelations about Kareena Kapoor Khan, recalls how Bebo screamed at her: 'Who the hell are you?...'
Dia Mirza makes SHOCKING revelations about Kareena Kapoor Khan, recalls how Bebo screamed at her: 'Who the hell are you?...' Celebrity fights have always intrigued fans and often made headlines in Bollywood. At times, throwback interviews resurfaces to bring back unfamiliar moments from the past. One such story involves actresses Kareena Kapoor Khan and Dia Mirza, who collaborated in Kurbaan (2009) , but had an unpleasant encounter in the early 2000s. In a resurfaced old interview with Rediff, Dia talked about the unexpected clash that took place at an event organised by Sahara Group in Lucknow. Several Bollywood stars, including Kareena Kapoor, Urmila Matondkar, Namrata Shirodkar, and Dia Mirza herself, were gathered for the occasion. According to Dia, 'We were supposed to wear cotton salwaar-kameezes with the national flag. Kareena wanted to wear a ghagra choli with heavy jewellery that she had got specially made for herself. Above all, she was not wearing the national flag.' Dia recalled how the agreed dress code did not set well with Kareena, and caused discomfort among other actresses. 'Suddenly, something struck Kareena. She started screaming at me at the top of her voice, 'Who the hell are you? Who are you to advise Namrata?' I was flabbergasted and very upset. I left the room, without retorting,' Mirza said. Just half an hour later, things calmed down surprisingly, She said, 'Half-an-hour later, her secretary Jatin [who also happened to be Dia's secretary] knocked at my room to say Kareena wanted to know whether I was ready. A few minutes later, she was talking to me as if nothing had happened. I have come to the conclusion that Kareena is a girl who does not realise when she is irrational, unfair and loud.' Despite the rocky encounter, the two actress eventually worked together and left things behind. Dia even appeared on Kareena's Radio Mirchi show, where they engaged in broader topics like mental health, motherhood, social media and staying positive.
Indian Express
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kareena Kapoor yelled at Dia Mirza at public event two decades ago, left her ‘flabbergasted': ‘Who the hell are you?'
Behind-the-scenes tensions and ego clashes often make headlines in Bollywood as much as the films themselves. In a resurfaced interview with Rediff, actor Dia Mirza opened up about an unpleasant encounter with Kareena Kapoor Khan in the early 2000s, shedding light on a moment that left a lasting impression. Recalling the incident, Dia said it took place at an event organized by the Sahara Group in Lucknow, where several Bollywood stars, including Kareena Kapoor, Urmila Matondkar, Namrata Shirodkar, and Dia herself, were scheduled to appear. 'We were supposed to wear cotton salwaar-kameezes with the national flag,' she explained. 'Kareena wanted to wear a ghagra choli with heavy jewellery that she had got specially made for herself. Above all, she was not wearing the national flag.' According to Dia, this deviation from the agreed dress code did not sit well with the group. 'Namrata [Shirodkar] was quite upset seeing Kareena was not abiding with the required uniformity. I told Namrata to pick up her outfit and walk out, so that we could sort it out privately.' However, tensions escalated unexpectedly. 'Suddenly, something struck Kareena. She started screaming at me at the top of her voice, 'Who the hell are you? Who are you to advise Namrata?' I was flabbergasted and very upset. I left the room, without retorting,' Mirza said. Also Read | Dia Mirza recalls 'hard, terrifying' years of sharing room with her hairdresser to ward off unwanted midnight knocks on door: 'Had to find a way to survive' She added that the situation took a surprising turn shortly afterward. 'Half-an-hour later, her secretary Jatin [who also happened to be Dia's secretary] knocked at my room to say Kareena wanted to know whether I was ready. A few minutes later, she was talking to me as if nothing had happened. I have come to the conclusion that Kareena is a girl who does not realise when she is irrational, unfair and loud.' Despite the rocky start to their relationship, the two actresses later appeared together in the 2009 film Kurbaan. Over the years, their interactions became more cordial. Dia even appeared on Kareena's Radio Mirchi show, where the two discussed broader topics like mental health, social media pressures, and staying positive in a fast-paced world.
Daily Tribune
18-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
TIAH Launches Influencers Awards
TDT | Manama TIAH Bahrain is gearing up to host the International Influencers Awards 2025 on May 29 at the Ramee Grand Hotel in Seef, aiming to recognise top digital creators and content innovators from across the GCC region. At an exclusive press conference, TIAH Bahrain founder Priyanka Jassal outlined the event's mission to elevate Bahrain's role as a regional hub for digital excellence. She was joined by key figures including Abhijeet Mangle, General Manager of iWorld Connect, Varsha Bhatia from Ramee Grand Hotel, and John D Thopil of Radio Mirchi. The awards are built around three core pillars - promoting Bahrain internationally as a destination for tourism and business, spotlighting influencers making a humanitarian impact, and recognising leaders driving digital innovation. In total, 15 award categories will cover a range of contributions from social change to technological advancement. Organisers say the goal is to highlight those who have used their platforms not just for content, but for creating real-world influence and transformation. To ensure credibility, the award selection process is being audited by Crowe Audit Firm. This move, the organisers say, reflects their commitment to transparency and fairness in honouring genuine impact. The initiative has attracted a wide range of sponsors and partners, including iWorld Connect, Ramee Grand Hotel, The Daily Tribune, News of Bahrain, YallaBoost, Srisoukya, The CurlNation, More Fashion, Platinumlist, Radio Mirchi, and Gulf Good News. Tickets are available through Platinumlist, and organisers expect strong public interest in meeting the region's leading influencers.
