Javed Akhtar reveals how fear of being dropped from ‘1942: A Love Story’ led to creation of ‘Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga’: ‘Meri toh naak cut jayegi’

Javed Akhtar revealed that the iconic song ‘Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga’ was born out of fear and a creative challenge. Tasked with writing a unique song without a solid situation or melody, he rose to the occasion, crafting a remarkable musical experience that not only captivated audiences but also stood against the…

Zee Entertainment appoints Ashish Mishra as Chief Marketing Officer

Zee Entertainment has appointed Ashish Mishra as its new Chief Marketing Officer. Mishra will lead the company’s network-wide marketing and brand agenda. He will focus on strengthening consumer propositions and driving marketing campaigns. Mishra’s experience will help sharpen the company’s marketing interventions and brand proposition. The company is strengthening its marketing capabilities and deepening consumer…

Ravi Teja’s ‘Muduru munda’ remark at ‘Irumudi’ event sparks outrage; fans divided over Telugu phrase

Tollywood actor Ravi Teja faces online criticism for a remark made to a child co-star. A video of the exchange has circulated widely on social media platforms. Some viewers interpreted his Telugu phrase as derogatory and offensive to the young girl. However, other users defended the expression, citing its historical usage by writers. The controversy…

This Bengaluru engineer has built an AI system that spots potholes and tracks who must fix them

A Bengaluru engineer has developed an AI-powered system that detects potholes using dashcam footage, GPS and vehicle sensors, while also identifying contractors and officials responsible for affected roads. By analysing thousands of government contracts, the technology can create detailed records within seconds, offering a potential new way to strengthen civic complaints, improve accountability and accelerate…

TV ad cap removal to boost inventory, not demand; revenue benefit seen at 1–3%: Elara

The recent removal of the 12-minute advertising cap could lead to a minor uptick in revenue for broadcasters. Still, it’s improbable that this will change the industry’s growth direction significantly. The key hurdle continues to be the demand from advertisers, as audiences gravitate towards digital and short-form video content. In this evolving landscape, Sun TV…