TECH COMPARING

Bollywood actor and dancer Nora Fatehi has strongly responded to online criticism after sharing a heartfelt appeal for world peace amid rising tensions in the Middle East, particularly the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Earlier this week, Fatehi took to Instagram with a video message encouraging unity, compassion and peace as global unrest continued to make headlines. She reassured fans that she is currently safe in India and expressed concern over the anxiety many people feel due to repeated conflicts and disturbing visuals emerging from the region. However, her message drew unexpected backlash on social media, with some users misinterpreting her call for peace or criticising her involvement in a geopolitical issue. In response, Fatehi posted a follow-up video on March 3, where she defended her stance and addressed her critics directly. In the video, she said people have “lost touch with comprehension skills and listening skills,” and urged critics to...

Punjabi star Karan Aujla has found himself at the centre of an unexpected controversy after his recent India concerts, with fans criticising the organisation and management of his P-Pop Culture India Tour shows in New Delhi and Mumbai. The tour kicked off on February 28 at Delhi’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium with a massive crowd,  reportedly over 75,000 fans, and a high-energy performance that included Aujla ziplining across a 50-foot-high custom stage and performing hits like Softly, Tauba Tauba and Boyfriend. However, the excitement was overshadowed online by videos showing chaotic scenes at entry gates, long queues without clear crowd direction, and even a violent brawl in a VIP lounge, fuelling complaints about poor planning and safety lapses at the Delhi show. The controversy deepened with Aujla’s March 3 Mumbai Holi Edition concert at MMRDA Grounds, where several fans took to social media to describe near-stampede conditions, lack of basic amenities such as water and shade, an...

Sometime back, it came to light that the highly awaited film, Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups, has been pushed to June 4. This means that Dhurandhar: The Revenge will now arrive solo on March 19. The official statement released by the makers stated, “KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations today announced a strategic rescheduling of the global theatrical release for the highly anticipated action-drama, Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups. Originally slated for a worldwide premiere on March 19, 2026, the film’s release is being moved to June 4, 2026, due to the ongoing volatile escalation and regional instability in the Middle East.” The statement further added, “As advised by one of their major distribution partner Phars Films, the decision to reschedule the release was made in response to escalating tensions and the resulting disruptions to cinema operations across the Gulf region, a key market for the film’s multi-language global rollout. The producers have been closely monitori...

In an explosive, soul-bearing interview with Bollywood Hungama, actress and activist Mandana Karimi opened up about the personal and professional toll her advocacy for Iran has taken. The actress, who has been vocal against the Iranian regime amid the escalating Middle East conflict, revealed that her career in India has come to a standstill due to her outspoken political stance. “Well since January, I've literally have left my work. I'm not working anymore. All my contract got cancelled. I've become too activist I've become too open about politics and I have messaged. I have emailed to platforms. I've said let's talk about it. I have videos I have images from Iran - Why are you not covering it?” Karimi shared, underscoring her frustration at what she describes as silence despite having access to ground-level material. The actress, known for her appearance on Bigg Boss 9 and films like Kyaa Kool Hain Hum 3, also criticised sections of the Indian media for what...

The Madras High Court has passed an interim order restraining internet service providers and cable television operators from unlawfully broadcasting The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond, which released in theatres on February 28. The order was issued on March 3 by Justice Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy in response to two applications filed by Sunshine Pictures Limited, the producer of the film. The production house had approached the court apprehending possible copyright infringement around the time of the film’s theatrical release. While considering the plea, the Court noted that the producer had submitted the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) certificate to establish ownership of the film’s copyright. The certificate describes the applicant as the producer, which the Court accepted as prima facie evidence at this stage. The judge observed that in cases involving alleged illegal broadcasting, immediate intervention is often necessary. “In matters of this nature, it is likely that irr...

Photos of Ranbir Kapoor from the sets of Ramayana have surfaced online, drawing widespread attention and sparking discussion among fans. The images, which began circulating on Reddit on Tuesday morning, appear to show the actor in costume during a shoot, holding a bow and dressed in traditional attire while crew members stand nearby with umbrellas and production equipment. In the pictures, Kapoor is seen wearing long hair styled in waves, a tilak on his forehead, and period-style clothing. The images quickly made their way across social media platforms, where reactions were divided. While some fans expressed excitement about seeing a glimpse of the much-anticipated project, others criticised elements of the styling. One Reddit user wrote, “All that $400 million budget and they couldn't arrange for a decent-looking wig?” Another commented, “Bollywood really sucks in the fake hair & fake beard department. You can notice this in any movie or TV show.” He looks so bad honestly 😭...