What happens when a historic celebrity home is demolished? Richard Gere’s $10.75 million Connecticut estate is gone, but where did the 1938 oak library, marble fireplace, antique doorway and other pieces go?

Richard Gere’s former New Canaan estate was demolished after its sale last year. The historic 1938 manor was replaced by plans for nine luxury homes. A salvage team rescued architectural elements before the demolition occurred. These salvaged items included libraries, mantels, and doorways for resale. The original house, with its rich history, is now gone…

Prajakta Koli defends ‘Operation Safed Sagar’ character Madhavi Reddy: ‘It was very human, common emotion that anybody feels’

Prajakta Koli discusses her character Madhavi Reddy in the Kargil War drama ‘Operation Safed Sagar’. She views Madhavi’s decision to be with her boyfriend as a human and romantic choice. The actress highlights how the show humanizes soldiers and their families beyond professional roles. Madhavi’s journey shows her evolving understanding of military life and its…

CAG flags crumbling infra at SAI’s Hyderabad centre

A recent audit has revealed alarming issues with sports facilities in Hyderabad. The archery grounds are not only littered but also overgrown, and the athletic tracks are extensively worn out. Furthermore, equipment worth Rs 1.7 crore is gathering dust in multiple Sports Authority of India locations. Athletes are struggling with subpar infrastructure, but officials are…

‘Animal’ filmmaker Pranay Reddy Vanga says Hyderabad is 20-30% cheaper than Mumbai for big films; reveals why ‘Spirit’ is being made from the city

Producer Pranay Reddy Vanga emphasized the many benefits of filming in Hyderabad. He pointed out that production costs are substantially lower than in Mumbai, thanks to favorable studio space and infrastructure. Moreover, he indicated that Mumbai’s filmmaking tends to be more corporate and less star-centric. Vanga’s upcoming project, featuring Prabhas titled ‘Spirit’, will be shot…

In 2024, Melinda French Gates resigned from the foundation that carried her name, took $12.5 billion with her, and is now spending those billions on …

Melinda French Gates has taken the reins of $12.5 billion independently, moving on from her tenure at the Gates Foundation. With a keen eye on issues often overlooked, she emphasizes the importance of supporting women and girls worldwide. By focusing on fundamental areas like childcare systems and menopause studies, her mission champions long-lasting change instead…

‘Hanuman Ansh’ director Vishal Chaturvedi calls early flop verdicts ‘haste’ as devotional biopic on Neem Karoli Baba earns Rs 46.55 crore at the box office amid competiton from ‘Awarapan 2’ and ‘Toxic’

Hanuman Ansh, the devotional drama inspired by the life of Shri Neem Karoli Baba, has emerged as one of the year’s most unexpected box office success stories, holding its own even amid stiff competition from multi-starrer releases like Awarapan 2 and Toxic. Following the film’s steady climb at the ticket counter, director Vishal Chaturvedi has…