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Ashutosh Gowariker reveals why Adah Sharma’s The Kerala Story won 2 National Awards despite controversy & opposition: ‘It didn’t ever try to overpower the narrative…’Ashutosh Gowariker, the filmmaker and jury head, revealed the reason behind The Kerala Story getting two awards

Odisha FC suspend player, staff contracts as ISL future remains uncertainOdisha FC suspended all player and staff contracts due to uncertainty over the 2025-26 ISL season. Club owner Rohan Sharma confirmed that the team isn’t shutting down, but admitted to taking this harsh step because of AIFF’s mess.Odisha FC club has suspended contracts of players and support staff. ISL

How Triptii Dimri’s character in ‘Dhadak 2’ is a crucial embodiment of solidarity, sensitivity, and strength amid caste-politicsThe two scenes that stand out are towards the end when she explodes on her family and gives a chilling monologue about Ghar Ki Izzat and women’s responsibilities. The other one is her cry for help

Honouring ‘The Kerala Story’ endorses use of films to spread communal hatred, says CM Pinarayi VijayanThe film had courted controversy for its portrayal of women in Kerala being forcefully converted and recruited by the terror group Islamic State.

Sanya Malhotra & Ekta Kapoor react to Netflix’s Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery National Award win: ‘This recognition encourages me to continue choosing…’Sanya Malhotra’s satirical comedy Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery, celebrated for its fresh storytelling, social relevance and quirky humour, saw her portray a determined police officer investigating the theft of two prized jackfruits

EXCLUSIVE| Sagarika Chakraborty, who inspired Rani Mukerji’s Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway, reacts to actress’ National Award win: ‘Not just a personal triumph for her, it’s a moment of validation for every mother…’Sagarika Chakraborty, the Indian mother who inspired this hard-hitting movie, shared her thoughts on Rani’s win in an exclusive interview with Firstpost and said ‘This recognition is not just a personal triumph for her—it is a moment of validation for every mother who has ever fought against unimaginable odds for her children’.

‘The main reason is…’: Why Tottenham legend Heung-Min Son wants to leave the club after 10 yearsTottenham captain Heung-Min Son has announced he will leave the club after 10 memorable years. The Spurs legend explained his decision at a press conference. He is likely to play his last game for Spurs against Newcastle United in Seoul on Sunday.Tottenham captain Son Heung-Min has decided to leave the club after 10 years. Reuters

‘Would have stayed quiet for Gukesh as well’: Magnus Carlsen fires another shot at world championMagnus Carlsen won the first-ever chess event at Esports World Cup, defeating Alireza Firouzja in the final. Meanwhile, the World No. 1 took another jibe at Gukesh while playing a fun game on social media.Magnus Carlsen has taken another jibe at Gukesh. Image: Grand Chess Tour

Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa 2 director Sukumar’s daughter Sukriti Veni Bandreddi wins Best Child Artist National Award for Gandhi Tatha ChettuThis is a big win for Sukriti Veni Bandreddi, marking a promising start to her acting career with this film. Gandhi Tatha Chettu is a Telugu social drama directed by Padmavathi Malladi and produced by Naveen Yerneni, Ravi Shankar, and Sesha Sindu Rao under Mythri Movie Makers, Sukumar Writings, and Gopi Talkies

Gopi Puthran on Netflix and Vaani Kapoor’s Mandala Murders: ‘I have tried to do something new and…’Gopi is a big binger of psychological thrillers and mysteries that pushes audience to think about what is real, what is just sheer figment of imagination and can the occult exist in today’s modern world