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  1. ADMIN
    What could possibly be better than buying multiple security cameras for your house? Well, Amazon thinks one flying security camera is better than having multiple cameras around your house which is why the company has announced a new product called the 'Always Home Cam'.
    Yes, it's essentially a camera that can fly around your house and film. Here, check it out -


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    Beginning his career as a highly-rated young talent in India, Kannur Lokesh (KL) Rahul has arguably come a long way to establish himself as one of the most creative and influential batsmen in limited-overs cricket. The right-hander, over the years, has become an integral part of the Team India setup and, on September 24, he, once again, reminded everyone of his batting capabilities.
    Cutting, pulling and absolutely beating the leather of the ball, Rahul gave cricket fans an exhibition of his sweet stroke-play as he romped his way to a 69-ball 132 during Kings XI Punjab's emphatic triumph over Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the sixth game of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).



    What an innings this by the @lionsdenkxip Skipper.

    Take a bow, @klrahul11 pic.twitter.com/eHDDlVzTaJ
    — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) September 24, 2020 From becoming the fastest Indian batsmen to accumulate 2000 IPL runs to recording the highest individual score (by an Indian) in the tournament's history, Rahul's superlative innings allowed him to shatter multiple records. For obvious reasons, the Karnataka batsman drew plaudits from cricket pundits and fans who were left in awe of his batting genius.
    A record-breaking hundred, team's maiden win this season and a 'Man of the Match' award, it clearly can't seem to get any better for Rahul at the moment. But, things aren't always rosy and they, for sure, don't go in your favour all the time - a bitter reality Rahul has learnt to live with over the years.
    At a time when Rahul had just started to break new ground in international cricket, he found himself facing a set of challenges. The right-handed batsman was dropped from the Indian team owing to his inconsistent performances in 2018. And, just when things couldn't get any worse for him, Rahul found himself in the middle of a raging controversy that almost ended his promising career.
    © Twitter/@BCCI

    While his axing from Team India had raised questions over his calibre as a batman, the controversy following his appearance on a popular TV show had made him 'Public Enemy No. 1', attracting a suspension from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Aged 26 at that time, Rahul, by his own admission, was at the lowest point of his professional career - a moment that changed him for good and defined his character.
    Amid all the flak and hurtful comments on social media, Rahul, rather than allowing the challenges at hand to consume him, channelised all the negativity into bolstering his physical and mental strength. He perfected his technique by batting for countless hours in the nets with close friends. He spent a lot of time in the gym to meet the physical demands of the game. And, most importantly, he learnt the importance of shutting out the noise.

    View this post on InstagramA post shared by (@rahulkl)When he eventually returned to the sport, Rahul was a sight for the gods - tall, classical, elegant and wristy, a majestic presence at the batting crease. His wide array of shots, some new and others refined, weren't just pleasing to the eye, but equally capable of rivalling Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in both incandescence and impact. But, the best part about a redefined Rahul was his rejuvenated state of mind.
    The right-hander had been away from the gentleman's game and he looked hungry to put the worst behind him. Like many other celebrities, he earned a transformation at a more personal, mental cost. Since then, Rahul has looked like a player who is more focussed on his game and abides by a reinvented lifestyle. He doesn't allow the unfavourable and uncertain situations to define his actions - something that was evident in his celebration last night.
    © Twitter/@IPL
    Rahul and his teammates were dealt with a heart-wrenching blow after they were literally robbed off a win in their opening match against Delhi Capitals this season. It would have surely dampened the mood in the Punjab camp, it clearly enraged co-owner Preity Zinta, but there was neither frustration, nor disappointment in Rahul-led brigade's body language or performance against Bangalore.

    They knew their work was cut out against Bangalore who was coming off an opening win. And, Punjab looked like a team that was unperturbed about the past events and more focussed on grabbing the crucial points with a win. Their approach on the field was a perfect reflection of their captain's reinvigorated mentality that gave his career a second wind and made him a record-breaking batsman.
    From his chiselled body, trendy hairdo to his appealing tattoos, Rahul is undeniably a quintessential modern-day cricketer young fans don't just follow, but idolise his every move religiously. But, behind all the flashy exterior, there is a man, as vulnerable and sensitive as they come, who, with his own share of experiences, has not only matured as a cricketer, but also as a person.

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    The camaraderie between Virat Kohli and KL Rahul is well known in the cricketing circles. It was under Kohli's tutelage at the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) camp that Rahul established himself as an exciting young batsman. It was also at the behest of Kohli that Rahul eventually earned his national call-up. And, it was also Kohli who helped Rahul overcome depression after his failure on Test debut.
    Thus, on September 24, when Kohli and Rahul came face-to-face in what promised to be a pulsating clash between RCB and Kings XI Punjab (KXIP) in the thirteenth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), all eyes were on the Indian duo who were expected to put their friendship aside and ruffle each other's feathers in a bid to seal crucial points.

    © Twitter/@IPL

    With just 24 balls left in their innings, Punjab needed a boost and RCB knew they had to take wickets. But, RCB erred and Rahul made the most of it. Kohli, first, dropped Rahul at deep midwicket in the 17th over before making a mess of another catch at long-off in the very next over. To sum up Kohli's mistakes, Rahul scored 48 runs off 13 balls after the first drop and 42 off nine deliveries after the second catch drop.

    virat kohli should get MoM award for dropping 2 catches and gifted 50 runs for rahul....
    — gowda (@gowda10099522) September 24, 2020

     In the bigger scheme of things, Punjab scored all-important 60 runs in the last three overs, with as many as 49 runs coming off the last 12 deliveries. In general, Rahul helped Punjab in amassing a staggering 74 runs in the last four overs which is 10 runs more than ever being recorded in the last four overs of a T20 game in Dubai.
    For someone who values fitness and has often stressed on the need of improved fielding standards, Kohli did his reputation no good as his team undeniably paid the price of his consistent lapse in concentration. Needless to say if Kohli had not dropped Rahul twice, things would have surely been a bit different, if not entirely.  

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    So the captain of the Indian cricket team and Royal Challengers Bangalore, Virat Kohli, arguably had the worst IPL match in the history of his professional career on an individual level.
    Not only did he drop KL Rahul twice before the latter went on a scoring spree and ended up becoming the highest scoring Indian cricketer in the league of all time, Kohli also gave up his wicket for just one run, thereby taking away all hopes of Bangalore completing the chase successfully.


    What an innings this by the @lionsdenkxip Skipper.

    Take a bow, @klrahul11 pic.twitter.com/eHDDlVzTaJ
    — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) September 24, 2020
    Blame it on the highly distracting lights at the Dubai International Stadium or the dew coated over the ball but the catches Kohli dropped were very simple and the skipper should not have given Rahul those two lifelines, especially when he has the reputation of being an elite-level fielder.
    And even though it wasn’t Kohli’s fault alone, RCB ended up being dominated and lost the match by 97 runs.
    Oops! Those drops were 2 costly.#RCB captain Virat Kohli dropped KL Rahul not once but twice. Rahul went on to score an unbeaten century later.https://t.co/hdAGyperkv #Dream11IPL #KXIPvRCB
    — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) September 24, 2020
    Great, Virat Kohli deserves to be trolled just like Hardik Pandya was when he got out on a hit wicket during Mumbai Indians-Kolkata Knight Riders match.
    But to unnecessarily include his wife Anushka Sharma and their unborn child into this whole fiasco, just to get a couple of likes and retweets on social media is simply cruel.
    Why are people trolling Anushka? She’s pregnant guys! She has nothing to do with all this! It’s just a game..you cannot win everyday! Trolling, abusing and circulating memes about her at this time simply for your entertainment is truly disgusting!!#Shame https://t.co/TAUngkVCMo
    — Reham (@Reham01122074) September 24, 2020
    It is rather amazing how people have forgotten moral decency and washed away even the tiny shreds of humanity they had, only to be consumed by the lust of being referred to as an ‘internet troll’ who love to get a reaction out of people.
    I am not going to help these guys get even a drop of fame by sharing their insulting and disgusting comments/tweets here but I will say this: You want to be funny, you want to criticise a player for doing a bad job on the field, you go right ahead, but to involve people’s families like that is definitely crossing the line.
    Seeing Anushka trending, first I thought, NCB summons her too.
    Then understood, in the world's "most uncivilized" country, a wife is trolled if her husband underperforms at work but never ever gets any credit if the hubby darling performs and Delivers.🤷🏿‍♂️pic.twitter.com/oGYWzvC1VE
    — Arpit Maheshwari (@NuwalArpit) September 24, 2020
    Not everything is okay in the name of comedy. Not every irresponsible joke that you crack should be taken as a hilarious roast. And equally wrong are the people who are encouraging such posts and lauding them for making jokes on someone who hasn’t even taken birth yet.
    The internet has given all of us a lot of power. It has enabled us to save millions of lives by doing things like running blood bank campaigns and collecting donations for those in need. Unfortunately, it has also made some of us forget what was like being human and empathise with others.
    If this is the direction in which the world is headed, nobody should be looking forward to it.

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  15. ADMIN
    The thirteenth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) might still be in its initial stage, with just six league matches played so far, but there have already been moments of brilliance on the field. The tournament has already witnessed some slambang powerhitting, superlative catches and majestic bowling spells to satiate the thirst of cricket fans.
    But, on 24th September, when Kings XI Punjab (KXIP) were asked to bat by Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) skipper Virat Kohli, neither the Indian captain, nor the fans back home had any idea what KL Rahul had in store for them.


    What an innings this by the @lionsdenkxip Skipper.

    Take a bow, @klrahul11 pic.twitter.com/eHDDlVzTaJ
    — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) September 24, 2020
    In what was arguably one of the best public displays of cleanest striking of the ball, a swashbuckling Rahul romped his way to a blistering 132 runs, this season's first hundred, in a mere 69 deliveries. The right-handed batsman hammered the RCB bowling unit all around the park, smashing as many as 14 fours and seven sixes during his blazing knock. 
    While his sensational knock, played with an unbelievable strike-rate of over 191, powered his side to a mammoth total of 206 runs and eventually played a decisive role in Punjab's emphatic 97-run triumph, it also allowed Rahul to etch his name in the history books as the fastest Indian batsmen to accumulate 2000 runs in IPL history. 


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  16. ADMIN
    Who needs a handy “how to use” guide when you have Bollywood’s favourite rapper Badshah to do the job?
    Not us! After the launch of MX Player’s short video app ‘MX TakaTak’, Badboy Badshah rolled up his sleeves and got to work on a groovy anthem. And much like his Bollywood blockbusters, his new rap doesn’t disappoint.
    Badshah’s ‘Kar TakaTak, Ban TakaTak’ anthem is a shout-out to all the budding influencers who are looking for more creative avenues to display and create good content. With the MX TakaTak app growing to be a large community of 1 million-plus users, the only way to join in on the fun is to log in.
    Through this groovy and foot-tapping number, Badshah has found his innovative way of guiding us through the app. His one minute video gives us a broad understanding of the kind of fun and quirky content you can expect from the app. He encourages and empowers content creators to utilize their talents and create their own success stories.  
    This home-grown short video platform lets you pick your background music from their exhaustive library, adds beautification tools and filters, lets you make the most of sound mixing tools and even lets you add a voice-over. From dialogue dubbings to creating gaming videos and recipe snippets, the MX TakaTak app lets you explore your creative side without any hassle.  
    MX TakaTak
    Talking about his time in lockdown, Badshah said, “This time at home has brought out an unimaginable talent in people – some are cooking, others have found solace in fitness or dance, and many have picked up new hobbies. This led me to think about how every Indian today can now be an influencer – all they need is a stage to showcase their art and MX TakaTak provides them a world-class platform to do the same.”
    Badshah revealed that his new rap is more than just a brand association, he said: “‘Kar TakaTak, Bann TakaTak’ is an ode to all these performers who are trying to bring out an unexplored side of themselves, want to be known for their passion and encourages them to be unafraid of putting it out there for the world to see.”
    So, what are you waiting for? Ready to go TakaTak?

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  17. ADMIN
    The 90s was a great time for everyone who was introduced to the magic of colour TV, cable connection, bell bottoms, great music and even better cinema. While multi hero movies are not much of a trend in Bollywood right now, when we were growing up, watching an entourage of faces in a movie was a fun fan moment every 90s kid savoured. Talking about the most famous ‘jodis’ of the 90s, I have a special place in my memory for watching double hero movies, especially the ones starring current super stars, Saif Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar. Here are 5 times when the two lit up our screens and made us love this ‘jodi’ even more:

    1. Main Khiladi Tu AnadiAll of us danced to this song with our friends and siblings. This 1994 hit has Akshay playing a police officer looking for the guy who murdered his brother. Saif plays the goofy actor who is casually hanging out with this police officer to catch this ‘vibe’ for a character he wants to play.

    2. KeematSaif and Akshay play brothers turned con artists who end up in a weird situation when they meet a family to inform them about the accidental demise of their son. This duo never failed to entertain the audience. Even though the movie was not a commercial hit, just watching them in action was fun!

    3. Yeh DillagiAnother hit movie which has this ‘jodi’ play brothers stuck in a love triangle with Kajol as the female lead. If there was one thing I’d get back from the 90s movies, it would be a personal petition to watch them both in action all over again.

    4. AarzooAkshay and Saif play lovers to Madhuri in this 1999 movie where things take a sour turn when the female lead decides to marry her childhood friend only to find out that her alleged fiancé has returned from the dead.

    5. Tu Chor Main SipahiBasically we’ve drawn a conclusion that this ‘jodi’ worked best in an action setting and this movie is another example of their chemistry. This cat and mouse chase has Akshay playing a police officer running after the ‘chor’ played by Saif.


    It's fair to conclude that Akshay and Saif’s chemistry had more sparks than any other 90s ‘jodi’ out there and while they did share the screen space in Tashan once again, it's been close to a decade since any producer thought of putting them in one frame. Hope someone listens to us and makes it happen! 

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  18. ADMIN
    Of late there has been this perception that body hair, for some reason is vile and unattractive. 
    This is actually very surprising given the fact that we are, in fact, moving towards society and an ethos that is inclusive of everything natural. Body image positivity is the way to go, and there is no doubt about that.
    © Netflix
    That is not to say that you let your body hair grow without any inhibitions. More than some perverse idea of beauty or masculinity, hygiene should be the key. That is why manscaping or body hair grooming becomes necessary.

    © Instagram/kumailn
    International celebrities, in this regard, seem to be far ahead of their Indian counterparts. Not only have they embraced their body hair and come to terms with it again, but they can also often be seen flaunting it proudly. 

    Just take a look at 7 of these men and you’ll see what we’re on about.
    1. Henry Cavill © Netflix
    Henry Cavill has embraced his body hair not just off the camera, but even on it. 

    Whether you speak of The Witcher or his role as Superman in DC films, he has gone shirtless a number of times, and each time, we saw just how natural body hair actually is.
    2. Mark Ruffalo © Reddit/r/rareoldphotos
    In case you didn’t know, some of Mark Ruffalo’s old photos were well capable of inducing man-crushes. He surely does know how to pose shirtless. 

    This becomes even more impressive when you consider the fact that he doesn’t have an overly muscular physique, but a rather lean body.
    3. Hugh Jackman © 20th Century Fox
    Hugh Jackman again is someone who has posed shirtless in front of the camera and has been proud to flaunt his body hair. However, such moments have been few and far apart. 

    Apart from a couple of instances, we really haven’t seen him with chest hair as Wolverine. Which is a shame, really. Not only does he have a great physique, he actually has the perfect facial hair to go with it as well.
    4. Chris Evans © AFP
    One major complaint that we have of Marvel Studios, is that they completely removed Chris Evans’ body hair from Captain America. 

    What, are we supposed to believe that the Vita-Rays that transformed the skinny boy into a that of a muscular Greek God, burnt off his body hair? 
    © Netflix
    Also, it isn’t as if he has not flaunted his body hair recently on screen. 

    5. Bradley Cooper © 20th Century Fox
    There are a plethora of movies where Bradley Cooper has posed shirtless, all the while flaunting his body hair. 

    And keep in mind, this is a guy who is bulky, but isn’t exactly muscular. In spite of lacking a ripped physique, he does look well with body hair, doesn’t he? 
    6. Jon Hamm © Lionsgate Television
    And here’s Jon Hamm, completely chilled out, basking in the sun, displaying the full glory of his body hair. We dare you to say that he doesn’t look good, go on. 

    Dear Indian actors and celebs, if you’re reading this, please, do think of body image positivity in terms of men as well the next time you endorse a hair removal cream that says, 'men with body hair aren’t attractive'.

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  19. ADMIN
    Manish Malhotra closed the first-ever digital fashion week helmed by the Fashion Design Council Of India with his collection 'Ruhaaniyat' this week.  
    The India Couture Week was a 6-day long showcase wherein designers presented their collections on FDCI's Instagram page. The designers chose starry montages that highlighted the theme of their collection by using elements of light and sound.
    For this year's collection- Ruhaaniyat, ispiration was taken from the Mughal era. The visual imagery can be attributed to the 'dedicated effort to capture this visual spectacularity in its true grandeur and opulence.' The stunning montage highlights the charm of the majestic era. 
    Take a look at the video here:  
    View this post on Instagram@manishmalhotra05 showcased his couture collection, 'Ruhaaniyat' at FDCI's first-ever digital India Couture Week in association with @hindustantimes featuring bollywood star @janhvikapoor . @manishmalhotraworld presents Ruhaaniyat - A celebration called life. A tribute to our diverse heritage and soulful artistry of the Indian craftsmen. The Nazakat of Awadh and the vibrance of Punjab. #ICW2020 #DecodingCouture #FDCIGoesDigitalA post shared by (@fdciofficial)
    The menswear in the collection comprised of jama, angrakha and heavy shawls for men in pure and cotton silks, mashru, velvets, and muslins.  
    These would be ideal for a groom at his wedding, reception and engagement nights. In fact, Manish Malhotra couture always offers the fluidity of blending in western elements. Even sneakers would look great with the angrakhas when styled well.


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  20. ADMIN
    Whether you like crime or gangster themed games or not, Mafia: Definitive Edition reaffirms the thought of remaking games. While some games have stood the test of time, the very first Mafia game was in dire need of a remake. The game has been remade from the ground up by using modern lighting systems, with updated gameplay that is relevant today and cinematic experience that can give any AAA game a run for its money. Many people have never played the first Mafia game from 2001 or were probably too young to remember some of the key moments, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t play the remake today. Mafia: Definitive Edition was probably the biggest surprise for me simply because I had no expectations. However, once I got to preview the game, I couldn’t stop talking about how good it looked. Well, I got a chance to play the entire game before its release and here’s what I think about it.
    © 2K Games
    The game starts in a typical 1930s coffee shop where the main protagonist Tommy Angelo is approached by a typical looking detective. It seems like the meeting was arranged by Tommy to tell a story the detective may want to hear. It is soon revealed that you’re a wanted man who works for an Italian mob family in the city of ‘Lost Heaven.’ Angelo starts by telling his story to the detective right from the beginning when he was a Taxi Driver. The game then moves into a flashback style of storytelling where you narrate your escapades and how you're turned towards a life of crime. From here, you delve into the past and play through these flashbacks as Angelo. These flashbacks are usually missions that tell the story of how Angelo made friends, did certain jobs, made enemies and how his life changed. 

    © 2K Games
    Mafia: Definitive Edition’s opening is nothing but spectacular where you start off doing errands for the Salieri family and one of them involves you racing a 1930s sports car on the racetrack. While you’re doing these missions, you can’t help but notice how well the game is aware of itself by showcasing traits that were only present in the 1930s. From small details such as clothing to how cars drove during that time, the believability factor remains intact throughout the game. While driving in the streets of Lost Heaven, you can’t help but make comparisons with New York City’s condition after the great depression. You can see everyone is struggling including mobsters and the citizens of ‘Lost Heaven’ are simply trying to make ends meet. If you want to play a game that truly makes the player invested in its story and suspend reality, Mafia: Definitive Edition does that effortlessly. 

    © 2K Games
    If you’ve played the original, you will notice plenty of differences in almost every aspect of Mafia: Definitive Edition. From the brand new high-quality cutscenes to brilliantly voice-acted dialogues, the game truly feels like it is set in the prohibition era. The game is heavily dependent on cut-scenes for storytelling and I don’t mind that. These cutscenes are the reason why I was so immersed in the story even if it was predictable. If you’ve seen movies like Goodfellas or The Godfather, you won’t be too surprised with the story. We don’t want to spoil the story for you, however we can say the story has a very satisfying ending.  

    A game would be nothing without its gameplay and this time around Hangar 13 has managed to overhaul the gameplay mechanics as well. While the gameplay mechanics have been overhauled, Hangar 13 has also managed to keep the immersion intact with details that are relevant to the period. For example, cars don’t run as fast as other open-world games that depend heavily on vehicles. Every car in the game runs and sounds like a car from the 1930s. They don’t go as fast nor do they handle as well as modern cars. 
    © MensXP_Akshay Bhalla
    To add more to the immersion and make you feel like a proper criminal, the world also implements strict laws that will get you in trouble if you’re caught doing something illegal such as running over people or something as little as speeding. You can activate something called a ‘Speed Limiter’ so that you don’t go over the legal speed limit and attract unwanted attention. It’s not tedious as conversations between you and other members of the Salieri family keep you engaged. You can, however, turn off the limiter if you want to speed things up but it comes at a risk. 

    Since driving is a major gameplay mechanic in the game, there are other innovative details that we want to see in future GTA games as well. The game implements road signs as a way to direct players to their destination. Instead of following the mini-map, you can simply follow these road signs that also make you pay more attention to the world around you instead of glancing at the mini-map each time you have to make a turn. Another thing we want to mention is that, since Mafia: Definitive Edition is strictly a single-player experience, you can check out the ‘Lost Heaven’ city in the ‘Free Ride’ mode from the start menu. 
    © MensXP_Akshay Bhalla
    When it comes to the combat system, Mafia: Definitive Edition has overhauled the gunplay and how you interact with the world during tense moments. For starters, a cover-system has been added so that you can fight off enemies, a feature that was missing in the original game. We did feel the gunplay was a bit janky at times but most of the time it was quite enjoyable. Similarly, hand to hand combat is not that impressive as it gets old real fast. Overall, the combat system felt quite easy as the enemy AI wasn’t as challenging. We recommend playing the game without aim assist to add some form of challenge to your experience. 

    © Hanger 13_2K Games
    When it comes to the performance of the game, it looks beautiful most of the time with the occasional lighting glitches in cutscenes. There were also instances when we experienced audio problems towards the latter half of the game which could be fixed by simply reloading the last checkpoint. There were also slight issues in the real-time world rendering on the PlayStation4 when you would go to the outskirts of the city. It’s not a frustum culling issue as it happens in your point of view as we didn’t notice this problem on the PC build of the game during our preview. However, we do expect it to be fixed with an update soon on consoles. Having said that, it is prudent to point that none of these glitches is game-breaking in any way and does not hinder your progress.

    The Final Verdict Mafia: Definitive Edition is a worthy remake that makes improvements that are meaningful and adds to the overall immersion of the game. With great cut-scenes, voice acting and a gripping narrative, Mafia: Definitive Edition is the ultimate mobster game that comes close to the movies they are inspired from. The game does have a few technical glitches that can be fixed with an update soon, however it doesn’t affect the overall game that much. Staying true to the 1930s vibe and making enough improvements in the game makes Mafia: Definitive Edition a worthy purchase for new and returning players alike.

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    The world of cricket has witnessed numerous players making a name for themselves during their playing days. But, only a few are remembered and cherished by fans long after their retirement. Dean Jones was one of the few cricket icons who didn't just dazzle on the field with his skills, but also established himself as an equally influential commentator after his playing days were over.
    One of the most respected and popular voices in cricketing circles, the Australian legend left the whole cricket fraternity teary-eyed after the news of his untimely demise surfaced on 24th September. 
    The 59-year-old, who was carrying out his chores as part of Star India's commentary team for IPL 2020, suffered a massive heart attack that led to his death in a Mumbai hotel.
    We are extremely shocked and sad to learn of the untimely demise of Mr. Dean Jones. His energy and enthusiasm for the game will be truly missed. Our thoughts with his family, friends and his followers in this hour of grief. pic.twitter.com/gAAagImKeC
    — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) September 24, 2020
    According to media reports, Jones had gone for a routine run early on Thursday morning and had a cardiac arrest in the afternoon in his hotel room. A Sydney Morning Herald report also suggests that his fellow countryman and commentator Brett Lee tried to revive him to the best of his abilities but couldn't.
    As soon as the news of his sad demise emerged, tributes from fellow commentators, cricketers and fans poured in for the former Australian cricketer on social media. Amongst the tributes, an old video of Jones picking up trash following a match inside a stadium in Pakistan has also been doing the rounds.
    Dean Jones, one of THE BEST commentator of ALL time, 2 times PSL champion and Current Coach of Karachi Kings who was seen picking up trash in NSK last year.

    IS NO MORE WITH US
    YOU WILL BE MISSED SIR
    YOU WERE THE STAR OF PSL #DeanJones
    pic.twitter.com/RvCT9HN3eu
    — Saad 🇵🇰 (@iSaadAwais22_) September 24, 2020
    Apart from being a great cricketer and a learned analyst, Jones was also a great coach who led Islamabad United to two Pakistan Super League (PSL) titles. Last November, Jones was roped in by Karachi Kings as their new head coach, replacing Mickey Arthur, for the fifth edition of the PSL.
    Karachi Kings, with Jones at the helm of affairs, did finish at the second spot in the PSL 2020 table, but they couldn't stop Peshawar Zalmi from winning the title. 
    While Jones missed out guiding Karachi to a title triumph, he won millions of hearts for his humility and down-to-earth demeanour.


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    There are numerous ways in which Indian parents wish to nurture their children. 
    Some want to make them absolutely spoilt brats, others believe in using a stricter approach and help them become independent and finally, there are those who have practiced throwing chappals at their kids so many times, they might as well join the Indian archery team.

    Having said that, there is a list of very specific things that every parent, regardless of which category they belong to, has told his kid at least once in his lifetime.
    Here are 5 things every Indian kid has heard their parents say at least once:
    1. We Used To ‘Walk 1200 KM’ To School © iStock
    “Beta, teri umar mein main do nadiya, chaar pahad aur chhe jungle paar karke school jata tha.” 

    How is it that none of the parents of our generation of people ever managed to live around a school? Why would their schools always have to be on another continent altogether?
    2. Eating Seeds Will Grow A Tree In Your Stomach © iStock
    “Beta tarbooz mein se beej nikal kar khana warna paet mein paudha ugg jaega.”

    Evil fruits are just waiting for us to consume their seeds so that they can finally get the proper nutrition to grow into a plant inside our body, even if it is our stomach that literally has acid in it because…. Desi parent logic!
    3. Struggle Now, Enjoy Later © iStock
    “Beta abhi puri jee-jaan se padhai karle. Aage jaake maze hi maze hein.”

    So you topped your class, graduated from the university as the most promising prospect, even landed a job, great! Ab toh maze hi maze hein, right?
    What’s that? You’re underpaid? Your work hours are messed? No have no social life left? But yeh toh kisi ne bataya hi nahi!
    4. Eating Non-Veg On Tuesday Is Bad, Eat Tomorrow © iStock
    “Beta, Mangalwar ko non-veg nahi khana. Kal kha lena!”

    Clearly the idea behind refusing non vegetarian food on Tuesday isn’t to save all the chickens because eating it on Mondays and Wednesdays are completely fine. And even if it is considered a sin to eat it on one day, why is it not a sin the next day?
    5. Cutting Nails At Night With Give You Nightmares/Brings Bad Luck © iStock
    According to Hindu mythology, you shouldn’t cut nails at night because evenings are when Goddess Laxmi enters our home and blesses us. There is another reason why people refrained from cutting nails at night back in the day and it was because they didn’t have light in their homes.

    Why can’t we do it now?

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    Most of us grew up reading comics, and our love for them hasn't wavered, even as adults. So whenever we get to watch movies/shows that are adaptations of the comics we grew up with, we get all the more excited.
    Even though Hollywood has been doing a fabulous job in terms of that, we have reasons to believe that India too has strong potential in that arena. Keeping that in mind, we have listed out 8 powerful Indian comic book superheroes who deserve their own movies/shows.
    1. Nagraj © Raj Comics
    Inspired by the mythological Ichchhadhari Nag (shapeshifting snakes) and historical Vishmanushya (venomous human), Nagraj stories have been created with a rich blend of mythology, fantasy, magic, and science fiction.
    © Raj Comics
    The comics also have an extremely twisted and interesting plotline. Last year, there were talks of Ranveer Singh playing Nagraj  in a movie.

    2. The Sadhu © Graphic India
    The Sadhu is a story about James Jensen, a soldier in the British army, who watches his family being brutally murdered by the corrupt superior officer that he opposes. A broken man, James flees into the forest and seeks refuge with the Indian mystics known as sadhus. Years later, now trained in their supernatural arts, Jensen must decide whether to use his newfound powers for inner peace as they are intended, or for revenge against the people who murdered his family.
    © Graphic India
    Perfect plot for an intense movie, don't you think?

    3. Bhokal © Raj Comics
    Bhokal is a dark fantasy series, replete with blood and gore. Bhokal acquires super-human physical attributes, apart from receiving the mystical Sword and Shield of his master. The Sword is capable of cutting through most of the then-known materials and elements, making it one of the greatest weapons of its time. It can also be used to emit 'Jwala-Shakti', a mystical fire from its edge, which is known to burn away almost anything in a matter of seconds.
    © Raj Comics
    With special effects having improved over the years, it won't be too much to expect a Witcher style show out of this, we're hoping.

    4. Avatarex © Graphic India
    In yet another exciting offering by Graphic India, the epic world of living myth collides with the mundane realities and cultural upheavals of contemporary India.

    An all-powerful super-being awakens to fight the Last War of the Age - only to discover he's been sent too early for the End Days and must somehow learn to exist in a world that's too small and too frail to survive his presence.
    © Graphic India
    Quite edgy and 'meta', eh? We don't mind.
    5. Parmanu © Raj Comics
    One of the most loved creations of Raj Comics, Parmanu wasn't a superhero with inbuilt or inherited superpowers. His powers were all because of his suit, that allowed him to shrink into a minuscule size (just like Marvel's Ant Man), and also let him do superhuman feats by atomic manipulation.
    © Raj Comics
    He also has a pretty tragic origin story, just like DC's Batman. We stan an action drama!

    6. Inspector Steel © Raj Comics
    Inspector Amar's brain was placed into a mechanical body; making him a cyborg, after he lost major organs and body parts in an accident. He has x-ray vision, a fully automatic bullet and rocket firing Megagun, scanners and many digital equipment such as a lie detector, fax etc. Normal bullets and bombs can not harm him. Being a heavily armored cyborg, he can run at superhuman speed and he uses his own stunning bike which is made up of an automatic built-up system.
    © Raj Comics
    The aesthetic sort of reminds us of The Terminator but we're all in for a show.

    7. Super Commando Dhruva © Raj Comics
    Dhruva was probably the closest thing to reality in a world of comic book superheroes, a character that children could relate to, a character that children could try to emulate. The creator wanted Dhruva to become a role model for the kids. He wanted to show the kids that one can be tough as well as well mannered at the same time.
    © Raj Comics
    Not the most exciting superhero, we get it. However, the fact that his only supernatural power seems to be the ability to communicate with most animals and birds which he learned in his childhood, while growing up in Jupiter circus, playing with circus's pet animals, brings in a blockbuster angle to the story.

    8. Chakra - The Invincible © Graphic India
    The fact that this character was co-created by Stan Lee is enough to claim that it will make for a great movie/show. Also, the story is based in Mumbai.
    © Graphic India
    Chakra is the story of Raju Rai, a young Indian boy living in Mumbai. Raju's mentor, the scientist Dr. Singh, develops a technological suit that weaponizes all the Chakras in the body. Raju uses its powers to be a superhero and vows to use the suit to protect and serve Mumbai as he battles super-villains.

    We'd watch all of the above, for sure! What other characters would you add to this list?

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    The content online has improved tremendously in terms of quality. In fact, nowadays with a huge change in the way the audience selects a show online, some of the web-series producers are coming up with exceptional work. Moving away from all the daily-soap drama, Indian web series are making a name for themselves in today’s time. 
    There’s no denying the fact that from refreshing themes to insightful plots and edgy performances - the entertainment industry has evolved with amazing web content. 
    For all those of you planning to sit in front of your TV/laptop/phone in your PJ's or boxers with an unending supply of food, check out these entertaining web series for a kick-ass weekend!
    All these shows have an IMDb rating of 8.5 or above. 
    1. BROKEN BUT BEAUTIFUL– 9 IMDb RatingBroken But Beautiful is produced by Ekta Kapoor and stars Vikrant Massey and Harleen Sethi in lead roles. This romantic web series originally streamed on ALT Balaji but seeing the rousing success of the season 1, Zee5 has approached and collaborated with ALT Balaji. In this, every episode unveils interesting clues for the broken lives of the main protagonists. The series entirely revolves around heart breaks and the strategies to cope up with post-breakup trauma. Viewers will be able to resonate with the complex relationships and the sizzling chemistry between the duo.

    2. STORIES BY RABINDRANATH TAGORE –8.9 IMDb RatingOne of the most entertaining series in the list, Stories by Rabindranath Tagore, as the name suggests, is a collection of tales penned by Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. The series initially aired on EPIC channel and is now available on Netflix too. It is helmed by Anurag Basu. The fictional genre is set in early-20th-century Bengal and showcases the complex relationships between protagonists. Each story unravels the intense shades of humankind. If you haven’t watched it yet, tune in this weekend for an entertaining evening. 

    3. STRANGER THINGS–8.8 IMDb RatingStranger Things is an American intense sci-fi series which is a mix of various genres like suspense, adventure, and romance. It is in fact a mystical and plot-driven Netflix series. It originally aired in July, 2016 with Season 1, followed in continuation with Season 2 and Season 3 in 2019 as well. The growing popularity confirmed the Season 4 which will be released soon. 

    4. BANDISH BANDITS– 8.7 IMDb RatingBandish Bandits is another interesting series in this list. It is a romantic series layered with an aura of soothing Indian classical music. It premiered on 4 August 2020 as an Amazon Original. The plot revolves around two contrasting personalities, Indian Classical singer Radha and quirky Pop star Tamanna who discover themselves on a self-invigorating journey. The melodious trio of Shankar-Ehsan-Loy adds up to the beauty of this romantic series. 

    5. THE FAMILY MAN– 8.6 IMDb RatingThe Family Man, starring Manoj Bajpayee in the lead, follows the story of a middle class man secretly working as an intelligence officer for the T.A.S.C (fictitious Investing Agency). This Indian action-packed series is an Amazon original. Despite his 24*7 job of protecting the nation against terrorist attacks, he also shields his family from the impact of his secretive and demanding job.

    Which one out of these are you planning to watch this weekend?

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    Indian filmmakers do not make that many films on superheroes and there is a very good reason for that - we simply do not know how to make good superhero films.
    © ALT Entertainment
    The only worthwhile superhero films that one can think of, are Krrish, starring Hrithik Roshan and Robot, starring Rajinikanth. And do consider the fact that these films came out almost a decade ago.
    © Yash Raj Films
    Just take a good, hard look at the costumes of some of the “superhero” films we have made over the years, and you’ll get why we struggle with superhero films. If we can’t get the costume right, is it any wonder that we make terrible superhero films?

    1. Kanthaswamy © Kalaipuli Internationals
    Don’t get us wrong, Vikram is a superb actor. However, his costume in Kanthaswamy as a superhero was a disaster. 

    The costume looks like it was picked up from a South American carnival or something. And seriously, what’s with all those feathers?
    2. Ra.One © Red Chillies Entertainment
    No matter how much you try to defend Ra.One, you simply cannot defend Shah Rukh Khan’s costume in that film. Perhaps for the first time ever, the baddy in a superhero film was better dressed and had a better costume than the hero. 

    Even in the digital renders of the poster, Shah Rukh’s costume looked like a badly made mix of Iron Man’s the suit, mixed with Aquaman’s suit, and a few visual cues from Cyborg from DC.
    3. Bhavesh Joshi Superhero © Viral Bhayani
    People have called Bhavesh Joshi Superhero a badly and cheaply made superhero, and we get why. 

    Consider this - so bad is the costume, that the filmmakers did not show the entirety of the costume in any frame from the film. The ‘costume’ consists of a badly made mask with LED lights for eyes, and track jacket and cargo pants - that’s it.
    4. A Flying Jatt © ALT Entertainment
    Tiger Shroff’s Costume in A Flying Jatt wasn’t the worst thing we ever saw, but it definitely wasn’t good either. 

    It looked like someone took Sonic the Hedgehog, and tried to “make it Indian.” And don’t go by the posters, for the costume looks better in them. 
    Low budget television shows have had better costumes. It looks as if Tiger’s costume was made from a blue tarpaulin sheet.
    5. Superhero Singh © Balaji Motion Pictures
    Starring Diljit Dosanjh, Superhero Singh was actually quite a funny movie. However, we would say calling it a superhero film would be a bit of a stretch. 

    First of all, what is that mask that he’s wearing? It looks like it was made from the scraps that were left over after making Krrish’s mask.
    6.  Superman © Eros
    Oh yes, we have made a blatant copy of the 1978 Superman. Apart from the plot, story and dialogues, we also copied the costume that was made for the film. 

    If you ever make the mistake of seeing the film, you’ll realise that perhaps the costumer makers were unaware of the concept of alterations and fittings.
    7.  Ajooba © Aasia Films Pvt. Ltd.
    Amitabh Bachchan’s Ajooba was a disaster at the box office. But an even bigger disaster than the film was Amitabh Bachchan’s costume, which is surprising, given that he is known for having an immaculate sense of style and fashion. 

    His costume in the film looks like a mix between Hawkeye, Hatim, & He-Man.
    We’re pretty sure that we have missed some other “marvels” of filmmaking in this list. Do let us know if you can think of some, which we have missed out.

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