Filmmaker Mani Ratnam has revealed that when he had a conversation with producer Subaskaran about 'Ponniyin Selvan: I', he agreed to back the film within two minutes under the banner Lyca Productions. He also thanked the entire crew for relentlessly working on the film. 'Ponniyin Selvan: I' has reportedly collected about ₹500 crore worldwide.
'Wide Ball' And 'No Ball' In Politics
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh used cricket analogies to criticise opposition parties, dubbing Congress a "Wide Ball" and AAP a "No Ball". He added that the BJP is the only "good length delivery" on the pitch of politics.
Singh further said that the BJP's promise to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Himachal Pradesh is not to get votes.
Satire Of The Day By Priyanka
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi said that BJP's double engine government probably forgot to fill fuel in it, as it didn't fulfil promises of unemployment in Himachal Pradesh. Speaking at a rally, Priyanka said, "They (BJP) will say anything to stay in power but they forget after polls." Elections in the state will be on November 12.
Sacrifice Of Business Class Seats
India head coach Rahul Dravid, captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli gave up their designated business class seats for fast bowlers amid T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia so that they get adequate legroom on flights. "Before the tournament...we decided...since pacers clock...maximum mileage on field...they need to stretch their legs," a support staff member told Indian Express.
