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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Maareesan' first review out: Fahadh Faasil - Vadivelu starrer is a ‘Fine drama with a thrilling touch'
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Reuniting after their previous collaboration in 'Maamannan', Fahadh Faasil and Vadivelu are back—this time in a drama laced with suspense and emotional undertones. 'Maareesan', directed by Sudheesh Sankar, casts Vadivelu in the role of an Alzheimer's patient embarking on a road trip with a petty thief, portrayed by Fahadh. As 'Maareesan' is gearing up for its theatrical release on July 25, let's take a look at what the early reviews are saying about the Fahadh Faasil starrer. Early reviews set the tone The initial reactions suggest the film is an engaging drama with a suspenseful edge. One early viewer took to Twitter, calling it 'A Fine drama with a thrilling touch,' and praised the chemistry between Fahadh and Vadivelu, noting that their unique traits 'shine' throughout the narrative. The review read, "A Fine drama with a thrilling touch! #FahadhFaasil & #Vadivelu combo is excellent, their unique traits shine. Liked the suspenseful first half, with emotional reveals later in Second half @thisisysr 's score is a major highlight, perfectly blending genres. A neat, engaging watch!" Performances and music take centre stage Another review rated the film 3.25 out of 5, describing it as a 'good drama with a dose of thrill.' It pointed out the way the film maintains an air of doubt in the first half, later moving into emotionally charged territory. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Resmed AirSense 11 with flat 20% off ResMed Buy Now Undo The Tweet read, "#Maareesan (3.25/5) - Good drama with a dose of thrill. The combo of Fahadh Faasil and the veteran Vadivelu works out well for the film, they click together. Liked the element of doubt that the film keeps intact in the first half, the second half has some reveals and an emotional backstory. " The Tweet further reads, "Really liked @thisisysr 's score, it is not easy to compose for a film like this which is a mix of genres, but Yuvan does a great job. His special remix track is a nice theatre moment in the second half. On the whole, Maareesan is not that kind of film that'll bring you to the edge of the seat, it is a neat and tidy drama that will keep you engaged with its emotions and turns." Praises for Yuvan Shankar Raja Majority of the early reviews are praising Yuvan Shankar Raja's scores. As one pointed out, "#Maareesan #KcReview 4/5 by #Ameer #Yuvan's songs and BGM are a major highlight, perfectly setting the mood. The story builds gradually but rewards with gripping twists in the latter half. Strong emotional connect makes the film even more impactful and memorable." Overall, looking by the early reactions are positive for the Fahadh Faasil and Vadivelu starrer.
Time of India
15 hours ago
- Time of India
Condos feel pinch as turnout of housekeeping staff and helps falls in Gurgaon
Gurgaon: A large number of domestic helpers, car cleaners and housekeeping staff have stopped reporting to work in several upscale condominiums in the city, with employers claiming many of them have left fearing detention during the police verification drive to identify "illegals". Residents from societies along Southern Peripheral Road (SPR) and Dwarka Expressway said there has been a decline in presence of support staff over the last seven days. In several cases, workers — particularly Bengali-speaking Muslims — have packed up and left for their hometowns. The fear of detention has become so pervasive that some workers have requested financial assistance to leave, while others have ceased leaving their homes. Priyanka Srivastava, a resident of Sector 70A, said her domestic help didn't show up for the past two days. "She asked for some money, saying she is leaving the city. Our block used to have around 40 domestic helps. Now, barely 14 or 15 are reporting to work. Most of those who left were Bengali Muslims — they were terrified. " You Can Also Check: Gurgaon AQI | Weather in Gurgaon | Bank Holidays in Gurgaon | Public Holidays in Gurgaon In housing societies like Tulip Ivory in Sector 70, the atmosphere is similarly tense. Reeta Sharma, a resident, said her domestic help is too frightened to venture outside. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Resmed AirSense 11 with flat 20% off ResMed Buy Now Undo "She is panicking. Even though she has an Aadhaar and has been working here for years, she is afraid she will be picked up and labelled an illegal immigrant. She has stopped going to work altogether." Fear has deepened among workers living in illegal settlements, with reports of night-time detentions further stoking their anxiety. Arbeena Khatun, 25, who works as a cook in South City 2, said she is planning to leave the city. "My cousin and other relatives have already left. I will also leave soon. How can one live like this? The police are picking up anyone. Even last night, four people were taken away from our settlement. They said this is against Bangladeshis. But we are Indian. I was working in the city for 12 years," Arbeena added. With support staff missing, many condominiums are now grappling with piling up garbage mounds, dirty stairwells, and mounting chores. Sunil Sareen, RWA Vice-President of Imperial Gardens in Sector 102, said the situation has begun to affect basic services. "Waste is piling up in the society as sanitation staffers haven't turned up. Most are migrants, and they've either left or are staying away due to fear," he said.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ravi Kishan opens up about childhood struggles: ‘Fed up with extreme poverty and father's ridicule: "We slept on top of each other in a 10×12 room"
Ravi Kishan, a veteran actor with over 30 years of experience, gained renewed Bollywood recognition through 2023's 'Laapataa Ladies'. Rising from extreme poverty and overcoming caste barriers, he credits discipline and perseverance for success. He will next appear in Son of 'Sardaar 2', sharing the screen with Ajay Devgn. Ravi Kishan has been acting for over 30 years in movies and TV shows. But it was the 2023 comedy-drama 'Laapataa Ladies' by director Kiran Rao that made people notice his talent in Bollywood. Even though he is a big star in Bhojpuri films, it's surprising that a small film like this helped him become popular again in Hindi cinema. From an Outsider to a Beloved Star Coming from outside the film industry, Kishan began his acting career in 1992 with the Bollywood movie 'Pitambar', which featured Mithun Chakraborty in the lead role. His journey to success was difficult, but now, as an actor and politician, he says that many people who face hardships see him as their 'hero' because he represents their struggles. He believes his life story serves to 'inspire' others. During a recent conversation on Raj Shamani's podcast, Kishan shared that he started with nothing but has been visible everywhere over the years—on stage, television, and in multiple languages. He said, 'Yet, people have been watching me for years now. They have seen me everywhere: on stage, on television, and that too across various languages. Where have I not been there? 750 films is a huge number. You go anywhere, you can see me or hear my voice. I consider that Mahadev's blessing.' Facing Extreme Poverty and Family Struggles Reflecting on the hardships he endured before achieving success as an actor, Kishan shared, 'I have seen a lot of poverty. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Resmed AirSense 11 with flat 20% off ResMed Buy Now Undo I saw so much poverty that I was disgusted by it. I grew up seeing as many as 12 people (his family) eating the same Khichdi that contained only a little bit of rice and so much water. We all slept in a 10×12 room, sometimes even on top of each other. Even the toilet was situated outside the house. I was extremely poor and was fed up with poverty as well as the taunts. I did not want to hear my father being ridiculed any more.' On Casteism and Personal Destiny When questioned about the impact of casteism on his life and whether things might have been different if he belonged to another caste, the actor-turned-politician firmly stated that his destiny was independent of his caste background. 'Ravi Kishan would have been Ravi Kishan no matter which caste he belonged to. This is because I was blessed by Lord Shiva. And I didn't want to die an anonymous man. Once I decided that I didn't want to die unknown, I was ready to do whatever it took. What's the benefit of you coming to earth if even your neighbour doesn't know that you passed away? You are not here to just make children or buy a bungalow. Recognition is what matters, and money will follow. Name or price? Name! Once you attain a name, everything will come running after you,' he explained. Advice on Discipline and Success When asked about the key to gaining recognition and building a strong foundation, Ravi emphasizes the importance of daily discipline and healthy habits. He advises, 'Go to gym every day. If you don't have money to join a gym, go for a run every day on the road. Run for at least 3-5 km. Hit 200 pushups. Soak chana in water overnight, and the next morning, drink the water and eat the soaked chana. Even if you are poor, you get these things for free from the government; make use of them. At least, wake up before sunrise and exercise daily. Watch sunrise every day, and that itself will bring about all the changes.' Upcoming Projects On the work front, Ravi Kishan is gearing up to star in 'Son of Sardaar 2', directed by Vijay Kumar Arora , where he will share the screen with Ajay Devgn and Mrunal Thakur. This film is a spiritual follow-up to the 2012 action-comedy directed by Ashwni Dhir . Notably, Kishan is stepping into a role that was first meant for Sanjay Dutt in the sequel.
Time of India
a day ago
- Science
- Time of India
Becoming Zero: The Spiritual and Scientific Power of Nothingness
Something plus zero remains the same, something times zero becomes zero, and something divided by zero spirals towards the undefined. These simple mathematical truths hide a profound spiritual metaphor. Zero – that symbol of nothing – holds up a mirror to the cosmos and to our inner selves. In the spiritual lexicon of India, zero is shunya ( emptiness ), often equated with Shiva , the divine embodiment of nothingness. Blending insights from mathematics , spirituality , and science, let's explore how becoming 'zero' might be the key to understanding everything. The Enigma of Zero in Mathematics Mathematically, zero is both humble and extraordinary. Add zero to any number and nothing changes; multiply a number by zero and its identity vanishes. Try to divide by zero, and mathematics breaks down, hinting at infinity. These operations serve as metaphors for the spiritual journey. Ancient Indian mathematicians recognized zero as a number in its own right, calling it shunya ('void' or 'nothing'). This concept revolutionized mathematics and paved the way for modern science. Beyond its practical use, zero is profoundly paradoxical: it represents nothing, yet it makes everything possible. Without zero, we could not express vast numbers or have a placeholder for value; similarly, without the emptiness of space, form could not manifest. The symbol for zero – a circle – has no beginning or end, hinting at infinity and the wholeness of existence. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AirSense 11 – Smart tech for deep sleep ResMed Buy Now Undo Shunya and Shiva: The Spiritual Symbolism of Nothingness In Indian spiritual thought, Shiva is described as 'that which is not,' the boundless emptiness from which creation arises. This phrase denotes the ultimate reality as a formless essence beyond name and form. Shiva's very being is like a cosmic zero: the silent, unchanging backdrop behind the drama of life. In Tantra, Shiva symbolizes pure consciousness (still and empty), while Shakti symbolizes dynamic creative energy; their union shows that emptiness and form are two sides of one divine reality. Advaita Vedanta echoes this idea, describing the absolute truth (Brahman) as an infinite, indivisible whole – the zero behind all apparent things. The arithmetic analogies of zero reflect spiritual approaches: - Adding zero to oneself – adopting spirituality superficially – leaves the ego unchanged; one remains 'something' separate. - Multiplying by zero – complete surrender – dissolves the ego into the divine emptiness, making one with the infinite. - Dividing by zero – trying to intellectually grasp the infinite – yields nothing but paradox and confusion. Only by surrendering the illusion of separateness can one experience unity with the divine. Sages advise negating all false identifications – saying 'neti, neti' ('not this, not that') to everything impermanent – until only pure awareness remains. When all transient attributes are stripped away, what remains is that pure consciousness: an emptiness brimming with potential. Meditators who touch this inner void report a state of blissful stillness. Far from bleak, this nothingness is the womb of all existence. Science and the Void: When Nothing Becomes Everything Modern physics offers parallels: even 'empty' space isn't truly empty – particles flicker in and out of the vacuum, making nothingness a seething field of potential. Some cosmologists even speculate that our entire universe sprang from an initial void, a quantum fluctuation that became the Big Bang. The notion that something can emerge from nothing is now taken seriously in science. Black holes : when a massive star dies, it can collapse to an almost zero-sized point of infinite density – a cosmic 'divide by zero' where space and time break down. Yet even this ultimate nothingness may hide new beginnings – from the death of a star can arise the seeds of new worlds, mirroring Shiva's cosmic dance of creation and dissolution. Becoming One with the Infinite Ultimately, the spiritual journey invites us to multiply ourselves by zero – to surrender the ego and merge into the infinite essence that Shiva represents. In doing so, we find that becoming nothing makes us one with everything. Science, mathematics, and mysticism all hint at this truth. Though zero symbolizes 'nothing,' it is the source of endless potential – like the quiet void before creation holding the universe in seed form. Embracing the spirit of zero in our lives fosters humility and openness, encouraging us to let go of rigid identities. After all, we come from nothing and return to nothing, tracing a cosmic circle. By becoming zero – entering Shiva's state of pure being – we complete that circle and realize our true nature. In that realization, the drop and the ocean are one; the finite and the infinite unite; emptiness reveals its fullness. Such is the power of zero: the sacred nothingness that is the wellspring of all existence. Authors: Shambo Samrat Samajdar and Shashank R Joshi Chandra Namaskar: Yogic Secret for Sleep & Fertility- A Step-by-Step Guide
Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
6 killed, 8 injured as 4-storey house falls in northeast Delhi
NEW DELHI: Six of a family, including a two-year-old girl, lost their lives, and eight others were injured when a four-storey building collapsed early Saturday morning in Janta Colony, in northeast Delhi's Seelampur. Police have registered a case of negligence and are investigating whether water seepage or poor construction contributed to the collapse. Police said the building's three top floors had collapsed. As it stood amid a dense cluster of houses, two adjacent buildings also suffered damage. Among the dead were house owner Matloob, 50, his wife Rabia, 46, and their children Javed, 23, Abdulla, 15, and Zubia, 27, as well as Zubia's two-year-old daughter, Fozia. All six were on first floor, which sustained maximum damage. Seepage, Poor Construction Likely Causes You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi According to police, they received a call regarding the building collapse around 7.05 am. Rescue operations were launched immediately in coordination with the fire department and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF). Seven fire tenders, around 42 firefighters, and NDRF teams with canine units were deployed for the rescue effort. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Better Sleep, Better Mornings Start Here ResMed Buy Now Undo However, the narrow and congested lanes of the locality significantly hampered the operation. Apart from those dead, other family members - Parvez, 32, his wife Siza, 21, their 14-month-old son Ahmad, and Parvez's brother Naved, 19 - were on the upper floor and sustained injuries. Matloob, the building owner, ran a dry cleaning and stitching shop. The family had shifted to the building six months ago after the accommodation where they previously lived caught fire. Residents in the vicinity claimed that they felt a sudden jolt, similar to an earthquake, when the incident occurred. Upon hearing the loud noise, they rushed out of their homes to assess the situation, only to find the area shrouded in darkness. The street was covered in a haze of smoke due to the collapse. It took some time for the situation to settle down, as people struggled to comprehend the extent of the damage and the cause of the disturbance. Police added an anganwadi centre was functioning on the ground floor of the building, but it was closed at the time of the incident. Most of the debris, police noted, fell on the first floor, resulting in fatalities. Along with the building that collapsed, two adjacent buildings suffered damage. The other injured, Deepa, 56, Govind, 60, Ravi Kashyap, 27, and Jyoti, 27, belong to the same family. Their house, located opposite the collapsed building, suffered significant damage from falling debris. According to sources, the building was an illegal construction on DDA land. Police said they are investigating whether water seepage and poor construction contributed to the building's collapse. "It has been raining for the past two days, and there may have been seepage. However, investigations are still on," police said. A fire official said, "Water may have accumulated on the upper floors, as the impact of the collapse was less on the ground floor." Local residents said the building was a decade old, and this was the first time a house has collapsed in the area. All listed missing persons have been rescued although search operations continue. A blame game started among agencies responsible for monitoring illegal construction in clusters. When questioned, a senior DUSIB official stated that the area was listed among Delhi govt's jhuggi clusters but the land belonged to DDA. "Checking illegal constructions or status of buildings is the responsibility of DDA, since the land belongs to them, or MCD, considering they are responsible for implementing building bylaws. We are responsible only for providing services," said the official. MCD, however, maintained that it had no role to play as the land did not fall in their jurisdiction. They also claimed to have written a letter to DUSIB officials on Saturday, referencing a high court order of Dec 2024. There was no response from DDA.
