Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava is poised to be his first Rs 300 crore film, following a strong box office performance. Directed by Laxman Utekar, the historical drama collected Rs 45 crore on its second Saturday, pushing its total earnings to Rs 219.25 crore in the first week. Industry experts predict it will become 2025's first blockbuster.
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Jagadguru Swami Rambhadracharya criticized RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s remark on not raking up Ram temple-like issues elsewhere, calling it influenced by appeasement politics. He expressed displeasure at the silence on violence in Sambhal and atrocities against Hindus. Bhagwat emphasized harmony among faiths and avoiding extremism in a lecture on 'Vishwaguru Bharat'.
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A 22-year-old woman was killed by her husband in Dhampur, Bijnor district, over her family’s inability to provide Rs 5,000. The husband, Shoeb Ahmad, demanded money from his in-laws and, upon their refusal, fatally assaulted his wife. Police have detained Shoeb and his father, Anees Ahmad, and an investigation is ongoing.
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