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Time of India
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shraddha Kapoor's cryptic note about love and support leaves fans confused; netizens say 'her smile doesn't feel the same'
dropped some emotional poems from her personal note, and the cryptic messages are now going viral on the internet. The tone of the poem has stirred the internet, with many of her followers assuming that she is going through a tough phase. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Shraddha Kapoor's romantic poem The poem she shared on her Instagram stories was written in Hindi and reads: 'Jab tum akele ho, Main tumhare paas baith jaungi. Jab tum udaas ho, Main tumhe baahon mein bhar loongi. Mujhe pata hai tum kho jaate ho. Mujhe pata hai tum bhaag jaate ho. Lekin main tumhe dhoond loongi, aur tumhe thaam loongi.' ("When you are alone, I will sit beside you. When you are sad, I will hold you in my arms. I know you get lost. I know you run away. But I will find you, and I will hold on to you.") Varun Dhawan Drops Unseen 'ABCD 2' Wrap Party Video With Shraddha Kapoor Social media reaction The story received many emotional messages and reactions on Instagram. Some Reddit users shared a screenshot of the same and expressed their concerns. One social media user reacted, 'Life is hard, and 2025 has particularly been hard for a lot of people. Wishing her strength.' Another commented, 'Lately, I've been noticing something different about Shraddha Kapoor. In her recent photos, her smile doesn't feel the same — it's like it's missing the spark we all used to see.' However, another group of readers assumed that it is a love letter for her rumoured boyfriend Rahul Mody. Shraddha Kapoor's work front Shraddha was recently spotted outside Maddock Films' office in Mumbai. According to reports, the actress was there for a creative discussion with producer Dinesh Vijan. Insiders hint that the two are collaborating again for a new film inspired by a popular Marathi novel. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now On the work front, Shraddha was last seen in 'Stree 2'. Directed by Amar Kaushik, the film featured Rajkummar Rao, Abhishek Banerjee, Aparshakti Khurana, and Pankaj Tripathi in key roles. The movie crossed around Rs 600 crores and became one of the highest-grossing movies in 2024.
The Hindu
a day ago
- The Hindu
The White Lotus with a side of art
No matter how blasé one is, there is no denying the thrill of staying in a palace. The Sawantwadi Palace Boutique Art Hotel is just a 40-minute drive from Goa's gleaming new Manohar International Airport. Sanjay, the driver, pointed at the palace as we approached, giving me a Malory Towers moment with gracious English arches segueing seamlessly with warm-red laterite stone, creating an impression of sturdy elegance nestled in the foothills of the Sindhudurg Range. The palace was built by Khem Sawant III between 1755 and 1803. Before meeting our hosts, Lakham Khem Sawant Bhonsle and his wife, Shraddha, we are greeted by Sushi, the golden retriever. Shraddha and Lakham both trained at the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), where they first met. 'He was my first friend at CIA,' Shraddha, 34, confides with a warm grin. While she specialises in Japanese and Korean cuisine, Lakham, also 34, is a trained baker and pastry chef who veers to the sweet side. It was during their wedding celebrations in 2019 that the idea of transforming Taisaheb Wada, the palace wing dedicated to the strong women of the family, into a boutique hotel first took root. Since then, it has been a labour of love for the royal couple to bring their vision of a six-room, exquisitely appointed hotel to life. After a delicious lunch — an artfully arranged brass thali featuring local delicacies like white chawli usal, Maharashtrian varan kaju kurma, potato bhaji, solkadhi, raw banana fry, and the fluffiest ghavne — we set off for a tour of the museum and darbar hall. The photos and artifacts offer a glimpse into life in the before times, including Sati Stones and Warrior stones. 'We also have a Second Century Buddha statue in our collection,' Shraddha says. A throne made in the 1940s for Rajesaheb Shivram Sawant Bhonsle's coronation takes pride of place in Darbar Hall. Behind the throne, is a bust of Queen Victoria, which was given to all the Princely states that came under the British Raj on her 75th birthday. The large pots in the Darbar Hall, Shraddha says, came from the Baroda Gaikwad family with the princesses who married into the family. Beyond the food, which is predictably exceptional, courtesy of Shraddha and Lakham, the hotel is also a sanctuary for ganjifa art and lacquerware. Ganjifa, as Wikipedia helpfully explains, is a card game brought to India by the Mughals. The real artistry lies in the intricate paintings on the cards, which was adapted in the Indian context. The hotel too carries the Ganjifa theme into its design. Shraddha says her interest in the art form blossomed after her marriage. 'My in-laws have been patrons since the 16th Century, and my grandparents-in-law, Rajmata Satvashiladevi Bhonsle and Rajesaheb Shivram Sawant Bhonsle, revived it in 1971.' Though Satvashiladevi passed away in 2018 shortly after Shraddha's engagement with Lakham, she discovered the late Rajmata's ganjifa room. 'During the pandemic, when there wasn't much to do, being the Bombay girl I am, I took on sorting the room as a project.' Cleaning and cataloguing the items became an eye-opener, she says, while adding, 'Just going through the articles, the files, the exhibition notes, and seeing the collection of ganjifa cards, something clicked. I was intrigued.' At the hotel, guests can try their hand at ganjifa card painting workshops (I did, with middling success!) and participate in card-playing sessions. The hotel shop offers ganjifa card sets priced between ₹10,000 and ₹14,000, as well as art-inspired buttons, coasters, trays, and jewellery — perfect for those who prefer collecting to playing. Shraddha's mother-in-law, Shubhada, who graduated from the JJ School of Arts, discovered ganjifa art only after her marriage. 'I didn't know anything about the art form,' she confides over an exquisite high tea of focaccia parmesan sandwiches, double chocolate cookies, and assorted dainties. 'My in-laws dealt with collectors abroad. I was fascinated by the history of the cards — they were so attractive, and one could learn so much mythology through them.' The game, Shubhada explains, is more than just entertainment. Besides testing memory, it helped preserve traditional knowledge. 'It's not gambling. In fact, saying the name of God while playing is believed to remit sins!' Ganjifa cards from across India — Mysore, Nirmal, Rajasthan and Odisha — reflect distinct artistic styles. Sawantwadi Ganjifa, Shraddha notes, stands apart. 'The art form and the game were introduced in Sawantwadi by people from Telangana and Andhra who migrated here to study under King Khem Sawant III.' The stories depicted on the cards vary, according to region and belief system. 'In Sawantwadi, we follow Vishnu, so our Ganjifa cards are based on the 10 incarnations of Lord Vishnu,' Shraddha explains. The Sawantwadi sets are known for their vibrant colours — lemon yellow, mehndi green, and sindhuri (a bright orange). 'The deities' movements are subtle. They wear pearls around their necks and nauvari saris.' In contrast, Odisha's Ganjifa cards depict deities with more expansive gestures. 'Their eyes are larger, outlined with kajal, unlike the dainty-eyed deities of Sawantwadi. Odisha uses darker tones — brown, maroon, black, while Jaipur's Ganjifa features baby pink, blue, and gold.' The number of cards also varies. 'The Dashavatar Ganjifa is a 120-card game. The Dhanalakshmi set, based on the avatars of Goddess Lakshmi, has 108 cards. The Rashi Ganjifa, based on zodiac signs, includes 144 cards,' she explains. Each of the hotel's six rooms is inspired by avatars of Vishnu — Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narsimha, Vamana, and Parashuram. 'Everything in the Matsya room, for instance, from the doorknobs to the bathroom mirrors and study tables, reflects the avatar's theme and are all done in-house,' Shraddha says. 'The Matsya room has a light-blue wall with a five-foot painting of the Matsya king card.' I stayed in the Vamana room, where even the key ring and coasters were Vamana-themed, and a stunning painting of the Vamana king card adorned the wall. Securing a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for Sawantwadi Ganjifa was a major milestone. 'We applied at the end of 2021 and were granted the GI tag in January 2023. It gives our artisans an official stamp of authenticity and access to various benefits.' We collaborated with artisans creating ganjifa-themed jewellery and a designer working on bridal wear inspired by the art. 'We're also tying up with small shops in Goa and Mumbai, conducting workshops in colleges interested in art, and collaborating with institutions including NIFT and B.S. Bandekar College of Fine Art in Sawantwadi. We encourage students to intern with us, explore the art form, and apply it in new ways.' The next big goal? Expanding the museum to showcase their growing collection. 'We've acquired the largest collection of ganjifa and playing cards from across India,' Shraddha says. The hotel also offers curated experiences such as a picnic at Amboli Ghats, visits to Shiroda or Vengurla beaches, a walk through Sawantwadi village and a puppet performance at Pinguli village. To reserve a room, mail info@ or call +91 7498488318 The writer was at the Sawantwadi Palace Boutique Art Hotel at the invitation of the hotel
Hans India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Shraddha Das shows balance between tradition and modernity
Actress Shraddha Das may not dominate headlines every week, but she's never far from the cinematic frame. Since her breakthrough in Guntur Talkies (2016), Shraddha has maintained a steady presence across Telugu, Kannada, Bengali, and Hindi films, balancing cameos and character roles with resilience and quiet determination. While a definitive blockbuster has eluded her so far, her adaptability and work ethic continue to keep her relevant in the industry. Her latest photoshoot—now trending online—offers a glimpse into the charm that keeps audiences watching. Draped in a delicate floral saree adorned with mirror work, Shraddha strikes a balance between tradition and modernity. The look is completed with a matching blouse, classic jhumkas, a subtle nose ring, and loose, flowing hair—exuding effortless elegance. Her soft expressions and natural styling have struck a chord with fans, sparking renewed interest and whispers of a potential comeback. That possibility may soon take shape through her upcoming film Arrdham, which is currently in production. While details of the project are under wraps, expectations are quietly building. At 38, Shraddha isn't chasing the spotlight, but her recent moves suggest she's ready to step back into it on her own terms. Be it through a carefully styled frame or a well-written role, Shraddha Das is inching her way back into the limelight. With Arrdham on the horizon, fans are hopeful that this marks the beginning of a new and significant chapter in her career. Delete Edit
Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Viral: Woman finds a working phone in her takeout food; here's what she did next
Image credits: X/@nypost What is the best surprise you would expect when ordering a takeout? That it tastes better than you imagined, is in more quantity than you ordered or has some little freebie dishes with it? Well, an Adelaide woman got the surprise of her life when she found a shocking object at the bottom of her takeout box. In a TikTok going viral on the internet, Shraddha, a woman shared that she had ordered a hotpot from a takeaway shop the previous week. She ate most of the meal at the restaurant but took some home to eat later. When she was picking at the bottom of the container, she noticed something strange. 'I was picking at the bottom, and the container was feeling a little bit weird,' she said in the video. 'So, I kept digging, and at the bottom of the container was a working phone.' She showed the phone that she picked out from a bowl of hot soup and while it may have been working it was already showing a temperature warning. 'I rang the place, and I was like 'Hey I found a phone in my hotpot' and they were like 'Oh yeah we did have a phone missing from one of our chefs',' she continued. 'They were apologizing, and I was like 'no worries, I'll bring it back'.' Not only did the woman return the phone but she also chose to not name the restaurant, saying, 'Everyone makes mistakes.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo A free meal for her kindness Explaining the incident she revealed that apparently the chef had put his phone down in the takeaway container and since it was black, it blended with the surface, thus getting lost inside the hotpot. For her kindness in asking about the phone and returning it, Shraddha received $50 from the restaurant where she had originally paid $35 for the hotpot. Additionally, the chef asked her to inform when she visits again and receive a free hotpot. The woman also added that her eating the hotpot at home was a complete coincidence as she had earlier thought of eating it the next day but felt hungry upon reaching home. Had she followed through and microwaved the meal, the story could have been completely different, she said. Social media reactions While Shraddha's reaction to the incident may have been calm and composed, the netizens felt the complete opposite. Many added how the restaurant got off lightly and that she should have asked them for a "lifetime of free hotpot." Another X user was concerned about the cleanliness of the food with the phone being inside it, writing, "That is literally so gross. He puts the phone down everywhere. Holds it to his face. Touches it after he touches everything Imagine the germs and bacteria she ate 🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮"
Daily Telegraph
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Telegraph
Adelaide woman's crazy find at bottom of hotpot
Don't miss out on the headlines from Food. Followed categories will be added to My News. A young woman has scored herself a free meal after a shock find at the bottom of her takeaway bowl. Adelaide woman Shraddha said she ordered a hotpot from a takeaway shop last week. She ate most of the meal at the restaurant but took some home for later. It was then she noticed something strange. 'I was picking at the bottom, and the container was feeling a little bit weird,' she said in a TikTok video. The Adelaide woman found a phone in her hotpot. Picture: Shraddha (TikTok) 'So, I kept digging and at the bottom of the container was a working phone.' Working might be a bit of a stretch, understandably a temperature warning could be seen on the phone as she dragged it out of the soup. 'I rang the place, and I was like 'hey I found a phone in my hotpot' and they were like 'oh yeah we did have a phone missing from one of our chefs',' she continued. 'They were apologising, and I was like 'no worries I'll bring it back''. The Adelaide woman found a phone in her hotpot. Picture: Shraddha (TikTok) The woman chose not to name the restaurant, saying 'everyone makes mistakes'. She added: 'What had happened was apparently the chef put the phone down in the takeaway container and because it was black it blended in with the container. 'I paid $35 for the hotpot originally and they gave me $50 back and the chef was like 'oh let me know when you're here next time and I'll give you a free hotpot''. Earlier in the video Shraddha said she originally planned to save the meal for another day. Thankfully for her, she was hungry when she got home, and the meal was still warm. The Adelaide woman found a phone in her hotpot. Picture: Shraddha (TikTok) If she had popped it in the microwave the next day, it could have been a different story. Some TikTok users said the restaurant got off lightly. 'You should have asked for a lifetime of free hotpot,' wrote one. 'Thank God you didn't have to heat it up,' said another. has contacted Shraddha for comment. Originally published as Adelaide woman's crazy find at bottom of hotpot
