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Hindustan Times
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Rupali Ganguly says Diljit Dosanjh 'fails to recognise responsibilities towards country', miffed at his Border 2 casting
Jun 28, 2025 10:41 AM IST Singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh has been facing criticism since he announced that Pakistani artist Hania Aamir will star in his upcoming movie Sardaar Ji 3. Diljit made the announcement against the backdrop of continuing tensions between India and Pakistan. Now, actor Rupali Ganguly has also criticised Diljit, though she didn't name him, and talked about his upcoming film Border 2. Rupali Ganguly talked about Diljit Dosanjh and Border 2. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Rupali said that it's "truly disheartening and frustrating" for her to "see an actor in Border2 who fails to recognise his responsibilities towards the country". She wrote, "Border was a film that evoked deep patriotism among the people of our nation. It's truly disheartening and frustrating to see an actor in #Border2 who fails to recognise his responsibilities towards the country." Though Rupali hailed the Border 2 team for dropping Diljit from the film, there are no confirmed reports about it. "Kudos to the makers for showing clarity and conviction by dropping that actor from film. A film that celebrates our soldiers and national pride must reflect that spirit in every aspect. No room for confused loyalties in a film about national pride," she tweeted. Is Diljit Dosanjh being dropped from Border 2? Several reports emerged saying that the makers of Border 2 are likely to drop Diljit from the film and that he would be replaced by actor-singer Ammy Virk. However, a highly-placed source close to the production told Hindustan Times, 'There is no plan to replace or remove Diljit from Border 2. His casting was confirmed nearly nine months ago, long before the recent unfortunate incidents. Nearly half the film has already been shot, and any replacement at this stage would be logistically unfeasible." About Border 2 Border 2 is the upcoming sequel to the 1997 blockbuster Border and has a powerhouse production team, including Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta. The film is directed by Anurag Singh. Diljit had joined the project in September last year and will feature alongside Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan and Ahan Shetty.
Libyan Express
an hour ago
- Politics
- Libyan Express
Iran sends warning to Trump and Israel over threats and insults
BY Libyan Express Jun 28, 2025 - 05:11 Araghchi warns Trump and Israel: Iran will not tolerate threats Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has claimed that Israel has 'no refuge but the United States' in the face of Iranian military power, and warned that Tehran would not tolerate insults or threats directed at its leadership or sovereignty. In a statement posted on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Araghchi praised what he described as the resilience and national dignity of the Iranian people, drawing a comparison to the craftsmanship of Persian carpets. 'The complexity and resilience of the Iranian people are clearly reflected in our exquisite carpets—woven with infinite patience and countless hours of dedicated work,' he wrote. 'But in terms of national principles, we are a straightforward and rational people: we know what we possess, we value our independence, and we will not allow anyone to determine our fate.' Turning to former US President Donald Trump, Araghchi urged him to adopt a more respectful tone if any future agreement with Iran is to be taken seriously. 'If Mr Trump is genuinely seeking an agreement, he must abandon the disrespectful and unacceptable language he has used towards the Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, and avoid offending the millions of his loyal followers.' He continued by asserting that Israel had sought protection from Washington in the face of Iranian missile capabilities. 'The great Iranian people have shown the world that the Zionist regime had no other means of survival than seeking shelter with its 'spoilt father'—the United States. Iran does not tolerate threats or insults. And if delusions escalate into greater mistakes, we will not hesitate to reveal our real capabilities. At that moment, all illusions about Iran's strength will vanish.' Araghchi concluded with a message emphasising reciprocal diplomacy: 'Goodwill is met with goodwill, and respect is met with respect.' His remarks come amid ongoing regional tensions and renewed scrutiny over Iran's relationship with both Israel and the United States. The views expressed in Op-Ed pieces are those of the author and do not purport to reflect the opinions or views of Libyan Express. How to submit an Op-Ed: Libyan Express accepts opinion articles on a wide range of topics. Submissions may be sent to oped@ Please include 'Op-Ed' in the subject line.
Hindustan Times
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kannappa box office collection day 1: Akshay, Prabhas cameos help Vishnu Manchu film beat Kajol's Maa, opens at ₹9 crore
Kannappa box office collection day 1: The Vishnu Manchu-starrer didn't have a great opening in India but still managed to hold off competition, largely due to Akshay Kumar and Prabhas' cameos. As per Kannappa earned just ₹ 9 crore nett in India on day one, as per early estimates. The Telugu mythological film released in theatres on Friday. Kannappa box office collection day 1: Prabhas, Vishnu Manchu and Akshay Kumar in stills from the film. As per the report, the film had an overall 16.45% Tamil occupancy, 55.89% Telugu occupancy, 14.56% Hindi occupancy, 13.81% Kannada occupancy and 7.20% Malayalam occupancy on Friday. Though Kannappa earned only ₹ 9 crore on Friday, it managed to beat Kajol-starrer Maa, which earned ₹ 4.50 crore, according to It earned twice as much as Maa. Maa also released in theatres on Friday. Directed by Vishal Furia, Maa marks Kajol's return to the big screen after a three-year hiatus. Maa is produced by Ajay Devgn and Jyoti Deshpande and co-produced by Kumar Mangat Pathak. Kannappa X review Kannappa received mixed reviews from the audience. The VFX and the first half of the film received criticism, but a section of the people liked the film's second half. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), a person wrote, "Manchu Vishnu's performance is good and Mohan Babu garu and Mohanlal garu play decent roles. BGM and Devotion.' An X user said, "People whistled to Prabhas' dialogues. Vishnu portrayed emotions well, and especially in the second half, the mythology and visuals are good." 'Just watched #Kannappa. My Rating: 3.5/5. For the goosebump BGM in 2nd half – pure magic! #VishnuManchu's performance shines, especially in emotional scenes. #Prabhas & #MohanBabu's powerful presence takes it to another level. Half star for stunning visuals in the climax. 1st half is below average, slow & dull. 2nd half is a Super Blockbuster! Note: Must Watch for the epic 2nd half & performances!' a tweet read. About Kannappa Kannappa, directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, has been written by Vishnu and produced by Mohan Babu. It is based on the legend of Kannappa in Hinduism, a devotee of God Shiva. The film also stars Mohanlal, Preity Mukhundhan, Kajal Aggarwal, Mohan Babu, R Sarathkumar, Arpit Ranka, Brahmanandam, Brahmaji, Siva Balaji, Kaushal Manda, and Rahul Madhav among others.
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Time of India
Japan executes ‘Twitter Killer' who lured and dismembered nine suicidal victims in Zama ‘house of horrors'
Japan executed Takahiro Shiraishi, infamously known as the 'Twitter killer'. He murdered nine individuals in 2017. Shiraishi lured victims through social media, exploiting their suicidal thoughts. He was convicted in 2020 and sentenced to death. The execution occurred at Tokyo Detention House. This event has reignited debates about capital punishment in Japan. Critics highlight the need for mental health support. Takahiro Shiraishi, 35, used social media to target vulnerable people struggling with suicidal thoughts, then killed and dismembered them in his Tokyo-area apartment Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Who is Takahiro Shiraishi? Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Japan carried out its first execution in nearly three years, hanging Takahiro Shiraishi , infamously known as the 'Twitter killer.' He was convicted in 2020 for luring nine vulnerable individuals, eight women and one man, into his apartment in Zama, Kanagawa Prefecture, between August and October 2017, via social media , then raping, strangling, dismembering them, and storing their remains in coolers and then 26, preyed upon people expressing suicidal thoughts online. Using five Twitter accounts, including one with the handle roughly translated as 'hangman,' he messaged victims that he would 'help them die,' and in some cases, kill himself alongside them. His apartment, later dubbed a 'house of horrors,' had body parts in coolers sprinkled with cat litter in an apparent attempt to conceal the first police breakthrough came when a 23-year-old woman's brother accessed her Twitter and traced messages back to Shiraishi's temperamental outreach. Upon searching his apartment on October 31, 2017, detectives discovered the grim makeshift his trial, Shiraishi admitted guilt and was sentenced to death in December 2020. His defense argued 'murder with consent,' claiming victims sought death, but the judge found his actions 'cunning and cruel,' pointing to sexual and financial motives and the extreme suffering Minister Keisuke Suzuki, after stating he ordered the execution 'following careful review of all factors,' condemned Shiraishi's 'extremely selfish motives' that 'caused great shock and anxiety in society.' The execution, carried out in secret at Tokyo Detention House, was confirmed publicly only show around 80 percent of Japanese support the death penalty. But critics, including suicide-prevention advocates and human rights groups, spotlight the mental health crisis that Shiraishi exploited. One father of a victim told reporters, 'Nothing has changed,' expressing that the execution could not heal enduring families' pain remains raw, even as media outlets report that Shiraishi's death reignites debate on Japan's capital punishment system, its secrecy, timing, and psychological toll. Experts reference the wrongful conviction of Iwao Hakamada, who spent nearly 45 years on death row before exoneration, as a warning for 'Twitter killer' case exposed systemic gaps in online suicide disclosures , prompting platforms like Twitter (now X) to reinforce rules against encouraging self-harm. Activists say the tragedy underscores the need for better mental-health infrastructure and earlier intervention, not just harsher legal now carries out capital punishment in exceptional cases; Shiraishi is the first execution since July 2022. As of now, around 105 inmates remain on death row, nearly half seeking retrials.
USA Today
2 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Two former Spartans fail to make the cut at the 2025 Rocket Classic
Two former Michigan State golfers had high hopes for their time at their hometown PGA Tour event, the Rocket Classic, but unfortunately, things did not go as planned. Ryan Brehm, a longtime PGA Tour veteran, and Ashton McCulloch, an amateur on the tour, both failed to make the cut at Detroit's PGA Tour event at the Detroit Golf Club. For Brehm, things were looking promising. After a one-under round on Thursday, he was four-under in his second round on Friday. A terrible finish ensued for Brehm, though, who ended the day even par. McCulloch had a week to forget. A six-over round on Thursday was parlayed with a two-over Friday round, making him eight-over on the tournament. Both former Spartans will not see the weekend in Detroit. Contact/Follow us @The SpartansWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Michigan State news, notes and opinion. You can also follow Cory Linsner on X @Cory_Linsner
