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Quote of the day by Haile Selassie: “We must become bigger than we have been: more courageous, greater in spirit, larger in outlook. We must become members of a new race, overcoming petty prejudice, owing our ultimate allegiance not to nations but to our fellow men within the human community.” | World News

Haile Selassie (Image: Wikipedia) There are quotes that have lived for decades, not just because they were poetic, but because they passed the test of time across generations. An example is the words of Haile Selassie, the former Emperor of Ethiopia, whose words on courage, humanity and unity continue to echo in discussions on leadership, […]

Did Prakash Raj’s political outspokenness cost him Spirit? : Bollywood News

Is he in? Is he out? Finally, the intrepid Prakash Raj is not doing Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit. Once and for all, Prakash Raj is out of Vanga’s film. And the reason for it is his political outspokenness. Did Prakash Raj’s political outspokenness cost him Spirit? According to a source close to the project, Prakash refused to be […]

SPIRIT: Vivek Oberoi joins Sandeep Reddy Vanga film in an intense avatar; poster introduces newbie Aishwarya Desai : Bollywood News

The world of SPIRIT just got bigger and more formidable. The makers have officially unveiled the first look of Vivek Oberoi, introducing him as a commanding new force in what is already one of the most anticipated films on the horizon. SPIRIT: Vivek Oberoi joins Sandeep Reddy Vanga film in an intense avatar; poster introduces […]

Prakash Raj is no longer part of Spirit due to creative disagreements with Sandeep Reddy Vanga: Report : Bollywood News

National Award-winning actor Prakash Raj is said to have been dropped from the highly anticipated Telugu action drama Spirit, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and headlined by Prabhas and Triptii Dimri. The development has drawn attention after the film’s launch, where Raj’s name and voice had featured prominently in early promotional material. Prakash Raj is […]

Spirit first look unveiled: Sandeep Reddy Vanga drops special New Year treat for Prabhas fans : Bollywood News

The much-anticipated Pan-India film Spirit, bringing together director Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Prabhas for the first time, has officially kicked off 2026 with a major reveal. As the clock struck midnight welcoming the New Year, the makers unveiled the first look of the film, instantly sending fans into a frenzy and reaffirming the project’s status […]

Thousands flock to Bethlehem to revive Christmas spirit after 2 years of war in Gaza

People gather next to the Christmas tree at Manger Square in Bethlehem (Pictur credit: AP) BETHLEHEM: Thousands of people flocked to Bethlehem’s Manger Square on Christmas Eve as families heralded a much-needed boost of holiday spirit. The giant Christmas tree that was absent during the Israel-Hamas war returned Wednesday, overlooking a parade of scouts playing […]

Sandeep Reddy Vanga dismisses rumours of Chiranjeevi’s role in Prabhas-starrer Spirit : Bollywood News

Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga has finally addressed the swirling rumors about megastar Chiranjeevi’s role in the much-anticipated film Spirit, starring Prabhas. Contrary to social media speculation, Vanga confirmed that Chiranjeevi neither plays Prabhas’ father nor acts in the film in any capacity. Sandeep Reddy Vanga dismisses rumours of Chiranjeevi’s role in Prabhas-starrer Spirit In a […]

Deepika Padukone BREAKS SILENCE on 8-hour workday demand after exit from Spirit and Kalki sequel: “If that comes across as pushy, so be it” : Bollywood News

Actor Deepika Padukone has addressed the ongoing row surrounding her demand for an eight-hour work shift, a request that reportedly led to her exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit and Nag Ashwin’s Kalki 2898 AD sequel. Speaking with CNBC-TV18, the actor highlighted the double standards faced by women in the film industry when compared to […]

“Never afraid to ruffle feathers”: Deepika Padukone talks about “walking a difficult path” as IMDb lists her in top spot amid Spirit, Kalki 2898 AD exit : Bollywood News

On Tuesday, IMDb released its special report, 25 Years of Indian Cinema (2000–2025), mapping the most popular Indian films and actors of the past quarter century. The list, which analysed the top five most popular Indian movies released each year between January 1, 2000, and August 31, 2025, has placed Deepika Padukone in the fourth […]

Ram Gopal Varma insists that the Deepika Padukone – Sandeep Reddy Vanga row was just ‘blown up in the media’; says, “The whole thing was a very exaggerated” : Bollywood News

Veteran filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has weighed in on the ongoing Deepika Padukone-Sandeep Reddy Vanga controversy, offering a candid take that adds a fresh layer to the highly publicized debate on flexible working hours in the film industry. Speaking to Hindustan Times, the Satya director called the entire issue “exaggerated,” while emphasizing that both directors […]