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Randeep Hooda pays tribute to Veer Savarkar, says “his perseverance and contribution is unmatchable”
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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 26 (ANI): Actor Randeep Hooda has paid tribute to freedom fighter Veer Savarkar on his death anniversary by sharing a special post.
Taking to Instagram, Randeep shared pictures from the sets of ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’.
He also revealed how he locked himself inside a jail cell to feel what Savarkar went through while shooting the biopic.
Sharing the photos, he wrote, “Today is the punyatithi of one of the greatest sons of Bharat Mata. Leader, Fearless Freedom Fighter, Writer, PhilosopherVisionary SawatantryaVeerSavarkar. A man whose towering intellect and fierce courage scared the British so much that they locked him in this 7 by 11 foot jail in Kalapani for two life times (50 years). During the recce on his biopic I tried to lock myself inside this cell to feel what he must have gone through. I couldn’t stay locked for even 20 minutes where he was locked for 11 years often in solitary confinement.”He added, “I imagined the unparalleled endurance of VeerSavarkar who endured the cruelty and inhuman conditions of the imprisonment and yet managed to build and inspire the armed revolution. His perseverance and contribution is unmatchable hence for decades the Anti India forces still continue to vilify him….Naman. VeerSavarkarOn22ndMarch WhoKilledHisStory.”Recently, makers locked the release date of the film.
Randeep took to social media to shar that the film is all set to hit the theatres on March 22, 2024.
“Two heroes of Indian Independence Struggle; One celebrated and One removed from History…On MartyrsDay 2024 – HISTORY WILL BE REWRITTEN SwatantryaVeerSavarkar IN CINEMAS ON 22nd March, 2024,” he wrote.
The project is a biopic of freedom fighter Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, popularly known as Veer Savarkar.
The film is directed and co-written by Randeep Hooda with Utkarsh Naithani.
Produced by Zee Studios, Anand Pandit, Randeep Hooda, Sandeep Singh and Yogesh Rahar, the film also stars Ankita Lokhande and Amit Sial.
Vinayak Damodar Savarkar was born on May 28, 1883 in Maharashtra’s Nashik. He was a freedom fighter, lawyer and a writer. He coined the term ‘Hindutva’. (ANI)
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Global Village announces opening date for Season 29
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SudhashreeSeason 29 of Global Village will kick off on October 16, 2024, the outdoor destination announced. The season will run until May 11, 2025. The popular destination remains closed during the summer months. This year, Global Village is expanding its offerings, featuring more cultural representations, never-before-seen entertainment, and exciting infrastructure upgrades.
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Visitors to the family-friendly destination can experience a diverse range of performances, shopping, and dining experiences from cultures around the world.
Opening more than 25 years ago, the destination set a new record of over 10 million visitors in its 28th season, the longest season to date, hosting 27 pavilions representing over 90 cultures from around the globe, as well as 3,500 shopping outlets and 250 dining options.
The destination is expecting millions of visitors from around the globe to gather for the park’s attractions during the upcoming season.
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Gaming meets speed: Ferrari launches first-ever esports arena in Abu Dhabi
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SudhashreeFerrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s acclaimed Ferrari-themed park, has once again redefined entertainment by launching the world’s first Ferrari-themed Esports Arena. This state-of-the-art venue is set to become the go-to destination for racing enthusiasts, Formula 1 aficionados, and thrill-seekers alike.
The newly unveiled Ferrari World Esports Arena features an impressive lineup of 20 Gran Turismo simulators, thoughtfully designed to cater to a broad audience. Fourteen simulators are dedicated to adult racers, while six are specifically designed for younger guests, creating a family-friendly atmosphere that welcomes visitors of all ages.
The arena also includes three specialised F1 simulators, offering participants the exhilarating experience of sitting in the driver’s seat of a Ferrari race car and racing on legendary F1 Grand Prix circuits, including the Yas Marina Circuit. Open daily from 10am to 6pm, the Ferrari World Esports Arena offers access to the Gran Turismo simulators as part of the theme park ticket until the end of the year. The exclusive F1 simulators are available for an additional fee, starting from Dh60 per race.
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Privacy and Comfort: Inside Sharjah’s newly announced women’s beach retreat
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August 24, 2024By
SudhashreeA new beach, only for women, has been announced in Sharjah under the orders of the emirate’s ruler Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi. The 500-meter beach is located in the Lulu’iya area of Khorfakkan and will offer complete privacy for women. The beach will also have other amenities like a cafe, a medical clinic, and a prayer room.
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Other than this beach, Sharjah has the Sharjah Ladies Club beach and in 2023, Sheikh Dr Sultan announced the development of women’s only beaches in Kalba and at Al Hamariya Beach. In May this year, the Crown Prince of Dubai Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed launched the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033, which includes designating new beaches for only women.
In further orders, the Sharjah Ruler directed the construction of a pedestrian bridge linking Al Bardi 6 and Al Batha areas in Khorfakkan city.
Speaking on the Sharjah’s Direct Line radio programme, Yousef Khamis Al Othmani, Chairman of RTA Sharjah said that the new bridge will help the movement of residents between the two areas.
He also said the RTA will implement modifications to the internal roads in the Hayawa area.