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West Australian
a day ago
- Health
- West Australian
Two Broome women, Laurenzia Divilli and Chanelle Williams, announced as finalists in WA Training Awards
Two Broome women have been recognised in this year's WA Training Awards for going above and beyond in their chosen field being selected as two of 43 finalists. Beauty Therapy student Laurenzia Divilli was announced as a finalist in the WA Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year category and Early Childhood Education and Care TAFE lecturer Chanelle Williams was announced as a finalist in the WA Trainer of the Year category. Ms Williams played a pivotal role in leading the Early Childcare Education and Care team at North Regional TAFE and developing an Early Childhood skillset pilot program aimed at attracting local residents into the early childhood education sector. Motivated to represent Indigenous women in the beauty industry, and demonstrate career paths for others, Ms Divilli completed a Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy at North Regional TAFE Broome. She has also earned qualifications in Leadership and Business and currently works in administration, where she is expanding her professional experience. Skills and TAFE Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson said this year's individual finalists are fantastic ambassadors for vocational training, with their unique stories representative of the many ways vocational training transforms lives. 'The WA Training Awards recognise the outstanding talent, achievements and contributions individuals and organisations make to our world-class vocational training sector,' she said. 'I'm especially thrilled to see that regional Western Australians represent 21 out of the 32 individual finalists, highlighting the important role our regional WA TAFEs play in providing affordable and accessible training in their local communities. 'I congratulate this year's finalists, and look forward to celebrating their success at the 2025 WA Training Awards presentation ceremony in September.' Individual award recipients will become ambassadors for WA's vocational training sector, where they work to inspire others to take up vocational training. Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services was also announced as a finalist in the Industry Collaboration Award for their work across the region including their 2023 allied health pilot program, upskilling family support workers with a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance. The 2025 WA Training Awards will be presented at a ceremony in September with individual recipients also taking home a $3000 cash prize.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mahesh Bhatt Praises Alia as ‘Self Made' Actor; Calls Ranbir ‘Laid Back'
/ Jul 29, 2025, 01:15PM IST Filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt recently opened up on 'The Himanshu Mehta Show', calling daughter Alia Bhatt a self made go getter in Bollywood—despite industry privilege. He recounted being surprised by her fierce determination after she independently auditioned for 'Student of the Year', and admired how she fearlessly chooses diverse contrast, Mahesh described Ranbir Kapoor, Alia's husband, as more laid-back, someone who just wants to 'do enough,' while Alia consistently pushes herself to 'more, more, more'. Next up, Alia is slated to lead in 'Alpha' scheduled to release on December 25, 2025
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Sarzameen' director Kayoze Irani: 'I don't think acting is for me'' talks about return to big screens, direction
, who is popularly known for his role of Kaizad Sudo Sodabottleopenerwala in the superhit film 'Student of the Year', admitted that "acting" is not made for him. After a brief stint as an actor in the Bollywood industry, Kayoze switched to filmmaking with the anthology series 'Ajeeb Daastaans' on OTT in 2021. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Sarzameen role He directed the segment titled 'Ankahi', which starred Shefali Shah in the lead role. After gaining experience in filmmaking by serving as an assistant director in Kartik Aaryan's 'Dhamaka', Kayoze decided to put his directorial skills to the test with the recently released movie 'Sarzameen'. It stars Kajol, Prithviraj Sukumaran and Ibrahim Ali Khan in the lead roles. It is jointly produced by Karan Johar, Hiroo Yash Johar, Apoorva Mehta and Adar Poonawalla under the banner of Dharma Productions. While Kayoze is quite busy with his directorial projects, many fans wonder about his return to acting after his show-stealing debut performance in 'Student of the Year'. While talking to ANI, Kayoze admitted that he has no plans of returning to acting, disappointing his fans who were long waiting for his return. Kayoze said that he is more "comfortable" behind the camera and acting is not made for him. "I don't think you can see me acting again, because I enjoy filmmaking and it's what I have always wanted to do. I am comfortable behind the camera, and that is my intention. So sorry to disappoint, but I don't think acting is for me," said Kayoze Irani. Apart from his role in Karan Johar's 'Student of the Year', Kayoze has also starred in films including 'Youngistaan' and 'The Legend of Michael Mishra'. Kayoze Iralso shared his experience of working with stars, including Kajol and Prithiviraj Sukumaran in his debut movie directorial 'Sarzameen'. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He called it a "humbling experience", saying that he never felt like a debutant among the two veterans. "As a debut director, the two of them (Prithviraj and Kajol) never let me feel that I am a debut director because they are both veterans. So when they were with me on set, they would always give me that respect. They would always take my opinion. Always listen and make me feel like I am part of them. I could stand with them and talk to them. So it is a genuinely humbling experience," said Kayoze Irani. Kayoze's latest directorial, 'Sarzameen', is currently streaming on OTT.
Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
'I dont think acting is for me': Kayoze Irani on his return to big screens, direction, Sarzameen experience
New Delhi [India], July 29 (ANI): Kayoze Irani, who is popularly known for his role of Kaizad Sudo Sodabottleopenerwala in the superhit film 'Student of the Year', admitted that "acting" is not made for him. After a brief stint as an actor in the Bollywood industry, Kayoze switched to filmmaking with the anthology series 'Ajeeb Daastaans' on Netflix in 2021. He directed the segment titled 'Ankahi', which starred Shefali Shah in the lead role. After gaining experience in filmmaking by serving as an assistant director in Kartik Aaryan's 'Dhamaka', Kayoze decided to put his directorial skills to the test with the recently released movie 'Sarzameen'. It stars Kajol, Prithviraj Sukumaran and Ibrahim Ali Khan in the lead roles. It is jointly produced by Karan Johar, Hiroo Yash Johar, Apoorva Mehta and Adar Poonawalla under the banner of Dharma Productions. While Kayoze is quite busy with his directorial projects, many fans wonder about his return to acting after his show-stealing debut performance in 'Student of the Year'. While talking to ANI, Kayoze admitted that he has no plans of returning to acting, disappointing his fans who were long waiting for his return. Kayoze said that he is more "comfortable" behind the camera and acting is not made for him. "I don't think you can see me acting again, because I enjoy filmmaking and it's what I have always wanted to do. I am comfortable behind the camera, and that is my intention. So sorry to disappoint, but I don't think acting is for me," said Kayoze Irani. Apart from his role in Karan Johar's 'Student of the Year', Kayoze has also starred in films including 'Youngistaan' and 'The Legend of Michael Mishra'. Kayoze Irani also shared his experience of working with stars, including Kajol and Prithiviraj Sukumaran in his debut movie directorial 'Sarzameen'. He called it a "humbling experience", saying that he never felt like a debutant among the two veterans. "As a debut director, the two of them (Prithviraj and Kajol) never let me feel that I am a debut director because they are both veterans. So when they were with me on set, they would always give me that respect. They would always take my opinion. Always listen and make me feel like I am part of them. I could stand with them and talk to them. So it is a genuinely humbling experience," said Kayoze Irani. Kayoze's latest directorial, 'Sarzameen', is currently streaming on Disney Hotstar. (ANI)
NDTV
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Mahesh Bhatt Says Daughter "Alia Is Self-Made, Unlike Laidback Ranbir Kapoor": "That's Why We Get To Hear..."
New Delhi: Mahesh Bhatt recently weighed in on the nepotism debate and said that his daughter and actor Alia Bhatt is "self-made." What's Happening Speaking about Alia Bhatt's journey in a conversation on The Himanshu Mehta show, Mahesh Bhatt said, "I didn't launch Alia Bhatt. Karan Johar launched her. I didn't know she had so much thirst for acting in her. She gave the audition herself. I just got to know they loved her work. I was shocked because I hadn't seen any such traits in her, even remotely. I'm very happy she's a self-made girl." The filmmaker also shared that youngsters often approach him for photos, mainly because he is Alia Bhatt's father. He said, "Alia has astounded me. What is unique about her is that she has a taste for taking risks, and she's taken detours into diverse narratives." He also spoke about how motherhood has changed Alia. The actress welcomed her daughter, Raha Kapoor, in 2022. "I see a new depth in her. With this young girl becoming a mother, there's a coming-of-age of a different kind, a different kind of maturity in her. I'm also looking forward to her new films, which would be coming out now," he said. Mahesh Bhatt also shared Ranbir's thoughts on Alia. "He says, 'Alia is made of different stuff.' When I ask him, 'What do you mean?,' he says, 'Her ambition to do more and more and more is unbelievably astounding!' While he's a person who's very laid-back and comforted, and he just wants to do enough. She's a go-getter," he said. Mahesh Bhatt On Nepotism Addressing the larger conversation around nepotism, Mahesh Bhatt acknowledged that while actors like Alia and Ranbir are indeed talented, the topic remains relevant. "Nature is very fair. It's not important that the rose would bloom in only your garden. Nature spreads its jewels across the world. Nepotism is a reality, but it's also not. Just because my child is talented, that doesn't mean I disqualify them," he said. He added, "But it's definitely easy for them. Because access is success. Talented people don't even get access for years. It's important to understand that the voice that's been raised against nepotism, there's a collective anger behind that. That's why we get to hear about that every other day." Background Since her debut in Karan Johar's 2012 film Student of the Year, Alia has earned praise for her performances in films like Imtiaz Ali's Highway (2014), Abhishek Chaubey's Udta Punjab (2016), Meghna Gulzar's Raazi (2018), and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022). Alia is set to star in Alpha, a spy thriller directed by Shiv Rawail and part of Aditya Chopra's YRF Spy Universe. Backed by Yash Raj Films, the movie is scheduled to release in cinemas on December 25. She will also be seen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's upcoming romantic drama Love & War next year, alongside her husband Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal.
