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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sudhanshu Pandey reacts to Ram Kapoor controversial statements; says, 'I decent individual would always…'
Actor Sudhanshu Pandey , who won many hearts with his time on Anupamaa, recently made headlines amid his controversy involving fellow actor Ram Kapoor . This came after Ram made some 'inappropriate comments' during the promotional tour of his new show Mistry. Sudhanshu has now reacted to the situation while speaking to an online portal—FilmiBeatz. The Anupamaa actor criticised the remarks allegedly made by Ram, calling them a reflection of 'mansik asthirta' (mental instability). Sudhanshu expressed his disappointment over the comments and reacted strongly to Ram's statement. The actor even apologised to everyone on behalf of the industry. Reacting to the situation, Sudhanshu said, 'Firstly, Ram is damaging his own image by making such comments. Secondly, one must be mentally unstable to say such things, particularly when referring to a woman who is in close proximity. A decent individual should always treat others, especially women, with respect. If Ram has indeed said something like this, then I sincerely apologise on behalf of our entire industry. ' Ram, on the other hand, recently apologised after his statement went viral on social media. He shared, 'Let me start by saying that everything I've been accused of saying, I have said it. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 21st Century Skills Start with Confident Communication Planet Spark Learn More Undo So, the fact is that I am guilty as charged. But this is what I have to say in my defence. Whenever I'm with people I am comfortable with, I tend to become my bindass self. Everyone who knows me and who has worked with me knows that is how I am and that I don't mean to be offensive. ' Ram also claimed that he was unaware of the discomfort he may have caused the show's team during the event. 'I didn't feel that even once throughout the day. We were laughing and joking. If I had gotten the whiff that they were offended, I would have dealt with it right away.'
Mint
2 days ago
- Business
- Mint
India to develop sea protocol to boost mango exports and reduce spoilage
India, a major exporter of mangoes, is developing a protocol to transport the fruit by sea to overseas destinations while maintaining their quality and preventing losses due to spoilage. Sea protocol trials have been successfully carried out with bananas and pomegranates shipped from Indian ports to Rotterdam in the Netherlands and countries in the Commonwealth of Independent States, demonstrating the effectiveness of the approach, Sudhanshu, secretary of the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (Apeda), toldMint on the sidelines of a conference on agri-exports. "Now we are developing sea protocols for mangoes, which will definitely boost the export of the fruit," he said. Apeda has teamed up with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research to work out the sea protocol for mango exports. "This is part of the government's efforts to develop sea protocols for increasing exports of fresh produce including fruits and vegetables at lower cost to distant markets," said Sudhanshu. The protocols involve norms to ensure that fresh produce reaches their destination in optimal condition when transported by sea. They address factors such as harvesting time, maturity stage, temperature control during transit, and ripening at the destination. Sending consignments by sea is much cheaper than transporting them by air and also enables larger quantities to be dispatched. "The US is emerging as one of the fastest-growing markets for Indian mangoes. The freight charges for exporting 700 kg of mangoes to the US by air is almost similar to sending 14-15 tonnes of mangoes through sea route," said Ekram Husain, vice-president of the VAFA Fresh Vegetables and Fruits Exporters Association (Maharashtra). Additionally, transporting shipments by air attracts 18% GST compared with 5% for shipments sent by sea. India exported mangoes worth $56.34 million in FY25, about 6.3% lower than $60.14 million in FY24. According to Husain, sending mango shipments by sea will boost exports to countries such as the US, Canada, New Zealand and Japan and benefit Indian farmers. India produces 40% of the world's mangoes, the most by any country, but it also has a large domestic consumption market. The major mango-growing states are Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Karnataka, Telangana, and West Bengal. Apeda is also working with research institutes to increase the shelf life of litchis, a highly perishable fruit. India is the second-largest producer of litchis, after China. Bihar is the leading producer of litchis in India, with an over-40% share. "We are also working with research institutes to increase the shelf life of a litchi from 4-5 days to 15 days. This will increase the availability of the fruits not only across the country but would also be exported," Sudhanshu added. Agriculture and farmers' welfare minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan told litchi farmers in Bihar on 2 June that the government would take steps to address the short shelf life of litchis. The minister directed ICAR scientists to develop techniques that would extend the shelf life of litchis and enable farmers to get fair prices.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Step inside Sudhanshu Pandey's luxurious Mumbai home with a private theatre, piano, convertible dining table
Sudhanshu Pandey, who is currently seen on the reality show The Traitors, is known for his roles in television and films. Recently, he gave fans a glimpse into his spacious, lavish home in Mumbai. In the clip, Sudhanshu carefully walks viewers through every corner of the house, highlighting how he has cozily decorated it with attention to every detail. As soon as you enter Sudhanshu's home, on the left side there's a separate nook where two Maharaja chairs are placed, with an idol of Ganesh seated between them. Sudhanshu shared that he created this corner to offer his guests a private space during parties. As you walk in further, there's a beautiful little space designed as a bar. It features a high table and a stunning custom-made cabinet that holds Sudhanshu's collection of wine and whisky glasses. The room also features a piano area, which Sudhanshu admits doesn't just add to the interior aesthetics of the house, but is actively used by his family members who are currently learning to play the piano. Sudhanshu also shared a quirky detail about his dining area. His dining table, which looks cozy and regal at first glance, is actually a convertible table that transforms into a pool table. The small chandelier above the dining space adds a touch of luxury to the entire setup. He then took viewers to his spacious living room, which exudes both luxury and style. The space is largely dominated by big white sofas. However, Sudhanshu admitted that he missed having more colour in the setup. To fix that, he added two massive Maharaja-style pink chairs to inject a vibrant touch into the living room. He also added some pop-pink coloured pillows to the white sofas to being out the same effect. But the most eye-catching part of the room is a custom-made pink and white chandelier that the actor had got made in Delhi and transported it to Mumbai. The chandelier truly ties the whole look together. 'The chandelier took 4 months to make,' he admitted. He then showed his theatre-cum-office space, where he has created a cozy corner filled with books and adorned with idols of Shiva, Hanuman, and Nataraj. The room also features comfortable sofas and a projector, making it perfect for movie nights for Sudhanshu and his family of four.
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Sudhanshu Pandey Says He Was Offered A Role Against A Compromise By A Renowned Filmmaker: 'He Is No More'
Last Updated: Sudhanshu Pandey opens up about experiencing casting couch early in his career, saying a renowned late filmmaker offered him a role in exchange for sexual favours. Actor Sudhanshu Pandey, best known for his successful stint on Anupamaa and current participation in The Traitors, recently shared some frank insights in an interview with Gallata India. A seasoned performer across films, TV, and music videos, Sudhanshu revealed that he, too, has faced the casting couch in Bollywood. He candidly opened up. He said, 'Yes, I have faced the casting couch. I have been offered work as a barter by a very renowned filmmaker who is now no more. God bless his soul, he was one of the greatest filmmakers. I was offered the role against a compromise." But he made it clear he holds no ill will toward the person. He said, 'I have nothing against them, I feel they are proposing a certain scenario to you – accepting or not is on you. I never worked to feed anyone's ego; whenever I said it wasn't okay with me, I refused politely. If anyone misbehaves, I might slap them. If they are made a certain way, I have no right to criticize them. If anyone forces me, then I can get very angry. It is normal for every man, and they should stand up for what is right." On the reality front, the actor—who has appeared in music videos, TV shows, and films—has taken on his first unscripted project with The Traitors. While weighing his options, Sudhanshu confirmed he had explicitly declined a Bigg Boss-style format. Once he understood the vision behind The Traitors, he decided the show suited him. Sudhanshu Pandey has worked in films, TV shows, and even music. He started his career as a singer in India's first boy band, A Band of Boys. Later, he acted in movies like Singh Is Kinng, Dus Kahaniyaan, and even a Jackie Chan film, The Myth. On TV, he became very popular for his role as Vanraj in the hit show Anupamaa. He has also done web series like The Empire, and recently appeared on the reality show The Traitors. First Published:
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sudhanshu Pandey says he faced casting couch in Bollywood: ‘I was offered a role against a compromise by a renowned filmmaker'
Anupamaa fame actor Sudhanshu Pandey , currently seen in the reality show The Traitors, has spoken openly about facing the casting couch in the film industry. In a recent interview with Gallata India, the actor shared a personal account of being propositioned early in his career. 'Yes, I have faced the casting couch,' Sudhanshu admitted. 'I have been offered work as a barter by a very renowned filmmaker who is now no more. God bless his soul, he was one of the greatest filmmakers. I was offered the role against a compromise.' 'I never worked to feed anyone's ego' Despite the experience, Sudhanshu maintained a calm and grounded perspective. 'I have nothing against them,' he said. 'They are proposing a certain scenario to you – accepting or not is on you. I never worked to feed anyone's ego; whenever I said it wasn't okay with me, I refused politely.' The actor added that while he's always handled such situations with composure, he won't tolerate forceful behavior. 'If anyone misbehaves, I might slap them,' he said. 'If anyone forces me, then I can get very angry. It is normal for every man, and they should stand up for what is right.' Sudhanshu Pandey: My resolution is to learn what not to do From boy band fame to films, TV and now reality Sudhanshu Pandey began his career as a singer with India's first boy band, A Band of Boys, before transitioning into acting. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo He has featured in films like Singh Is Kinng, Dus Kahaniyaan, and Jackie Chan's The Myth. His portrayal of Vanraj in the hit daily soap Anupamaa made him a household name. In the digital space, he's appeared in series like The Empire and is now exploring the world of unscripted entertainment with The Traitors. Sudhanshu revealed that he turned down Bigg Boss-style formats but agreed to The Traitors after understanding its concept and tone.
