The death of Atul Parchure has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry. The 57-year-old actor, known for his work in both Bollywood and Marathi film industry, died on Monday after a battle with cancer. His death prompted an outpouring of tributes on social media. From Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to Bollywood stars like Arjun Kapoor, Boman Irani and Sachin Pilgaonkar, many prominent figures shared their condolences through heartfelt posts. Here is a look at some of their messages:
1. Arjun Kapoor
In his tribute, Arjun Kapoor called Atul Parchure a “likeable person.” He wrote, “I never had a chance to work with him, but he always seemed to be such a likeable person no matter what role he played… He was taken by Cancer despite fighting the disease for many years. May his soul rest in peace.”
2. Boman Irani
Veteran actor Boman Irani also dropped a note in his Instagram Stories. It read, “Saddened to hear about the passing of Atul Parchure. My deepest sympathies go out to his family and loved ones."
3. Sachin Pilgaonkar
The actor posted a black-and-white image of Atul Parchure. He shared a Marathi note which roughly translates to, “The pain of losing an artist and friend like Atul Parchure is very painful and we will never forget him.”
4. Supriya Pilgaonkar
Sachin Pilgaonkar's wife, actress Supriya Pilgaonkar also shared a Marathi note to pay her condolences. Here's its English translation – “Dear friend you shouldn't have been like this, you fought a lot! You have tolerated a lot. You will always be missed. Your silly smile will always be missed. May your soul rest in peace and the strength to endure the pain of the family.”
The filmmaker also posted a tribute for the “brilliant & veteran actor.” He said, “Sad to know about the demise of brilliant & veteran actor Atul Parchure. It's a great loss to the theatre and cinema world. Heartfelt condolences to the family and near ones.”
6. Eknath Shinde
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath dropped a Marathi note on Instagram. He stated, “Premature exit of a clever actor: Someone who makes the audience laugh out loud and sometimes makes tears in the eyes. The untimely demise of ever introspective class actor Atul Parchure is painful. Atul Parchure has shown his glorious acting career from Balarangbhumi. They made a unique impression in all three fields of drama, film and series. Young Turks be old extracts, relatives or poo. Okay. Whether Deshpande's literal, reading humour, Atul Parchure added deep colours to it with his personal qualities. They also made a great personality in Marathi and Hindi movies. A classy Marathi actor has been lost due to his departure. This damage is not to be filled with. I am a part of the grief of the family members due to this relationship as one of the thousands of fans of Parchure. May God give them the strength to endure this suffering. On behalf of the state government, I pay tribute to them. Om Shanti.”
Atul Parchure has worked in many movies such as Khatta Meetha, Salaam-E-Ishq and Chor Machaaye Shor. He has also appeared in comedy shows like Comedy Nights with Kapil, Comedy Circus and Comedy Circus Ke Ajoobe.
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Days after Divya Khossla accused Alia Bhatt of faking box office numbers for her new film Jigra, the film found itself enmeshed into another controversy. This time, a Manipur-based actor Bijou Thaangjam accused the Jigra makers of "unprofessional behaviour" and labelled accusations of bias towards actors from the North-East by "big production houses". In a long note, shared on X, Bijou Thaangjam opened up about how he auditioned for a role for Alia Bhatt's Jigra and how his dates were kept occupied without assuring him a final confirmation. Bijou Thaangjam claimed that he lost other films during that time as his dates were booked for Jigra. Bijou Thaangjam wrote on X, "I'm not writing this with any agenda or accusations. I just want to share the reality of how actors like me from the Northeast are often treated by big production houses. Hopefully, this sheds some light on what we face."
He gave vivid details of the casting process for the film which caused him harassment. "I am not here to jump on the bandwagon on the Jigra controversy over the alleged copying of Divya Khossla Kumar's Savi, but I've been keeping my own experience with the Jigra team under wraps for a while, and maybe it's time to speak up. Back in 2023, I was approached by their casting team to audition for a role. I sent my tapes twice over the span of four months, playing along with their timeline. By the end of November, they told me I'd be shooting in December - fantastic, right? Except they never gave me any firm shoot dates. Still, they booked me for the entire month of December, expecting that I'd be ready to shoot for them at any moment. As someone based in Imphal, Manipur, I made it very clear from the start that travel arrangements would need to be made, but that didn't seem to matter," the actor wrote in the statement.
The note read, "Throughout the month, I was left in the dark, communicating with the casting team but receiving no real updates on when I'd actually be needed. The last message I received was on December 26th, stating 'Waiting for a revert', and after that - complete silence. Meanwhile, I'd lost out on other projects because I was sitting around, waiting for them to give me the go-ahead. But of course, that never came."
Bijou Thaangjam concluded the post with these words, "I understand how big production houses operate. The director is undeniably talented, but the way they handled this entire situation was deeply unprofessional. For actors like me from the Northeast, it felt particularly dismissive, almost discriminatory. My time was wasted, and I missed out on other opportunities just because they expected I'd be available at a moment's notice. I am not writing this with any agenda or accusations. I just want to share the reality of how actors like me from the Northeast are often treated by big production houses. Hopefully, this sheds some light on what we face." Take a look:
A couple of days ago, Divya Khossla accused Alia Bhatt of rigging the box office numbers by sharing pictures of empty theatres. This post followed discussions about similarities between Divya's film Savi and Alia Bhatt's Jigra. Savi, featuring Harshvardhan Rane and Anil Kapoor, tells the story of a housewife attempting to break her husband out of a prison in England, while in Jigra, Alia's character plans a jailbreak to rescue her brother.
Alia Bhatt's Jigra has been struggling at the box office to register big numbers since its opening day. On its first Sunday, the movie recorded a 26.57% overall Hindi occupancy. So far, the crime fiction drama has accumulated a total of ₹16.75 crore, per Sacnilk.
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Honor Magic 7 series will be unveiled soon as successors to the Honor Magic 6 lineup. The company has announced the launch date for the phones, but not much else is officially known about them. However, details about the phone's camera, battery, display, chipset and build details had surfaced online recently. The series is expected to include a base and Pro variant. Meanwhile, Honor will be unveiling its Android 15-based MagicOS 9.0 this month as well. Notably, Honor will launch the Honor X60 series and Honor Tablet GT Pro on October 16.
Honor Magic 7 Series, Honor MagicOS 9.0 Launch
Honor confirmed in a Weibo post that the Honor Magic 7 series will launch in China on October 30. In the same promotional post, the company announced that Magic OS 9.0, its upcoming UI skin based on Android 15, will be unveiled on October 23. This suggests that the Magic 7 series handsets may ship with MagicOS 9.0.
Details about the anticipated Honor Magic 7 lineup or the Magic OS 9.0 skin have yet to be revealed by the company. We can expect to learn more about them in the days leading up to the launch.
Honor Magic 7 Pro Specifications (Expected)
Honor Magic 7 series may launch with a vanilla model and a Pro variant, similar to the preceding Magic 6 lineup, which was introduced in China in January this year. Leaked specifications of the Magic 7 Pro handset had surfaced online recently. The phone may get a Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC, coupled with support for LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 onboard storage.
The Pro variant of the anticipated Honor Magic 7 series may sport a 6.82-inch 2K dual-layer OLED screen with quad-curved edges, a 120Hz refresh rate, and Kunlun Glass protection. The display is tipped to support Honor's eye protection 3.0 and 8T LTPO technology.
In the camera department, the Honor Magic 7 Pro could come with a triple rear camera setup, including a 50-megapixel OmniVision OV50H primary sensor and a 50-megapixel ultrawide shooter. The third rear camera unit could be a 50-megapixel Sony IMX882 sensor with a periscope telephoto lens or a 200-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL HP3 sensor. For the front camera, the phone may carry a 50-megapixel sensor alongside a 3D depth sensor.
The Honor Magic 7 Pro will likely be backed by a 5,800mAh battery with support for 100W wired and 66W wireless charging. For security, the handset may get an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor and a 2D face recognition feature. It could come with an IP68 or IP69-rated build for dust and splash resistance.
Salman Khan, a close friend of Former Maharashtra minister and NCP MLA Baba Siddique, paid a visit to his house to offer his last respects on Sunday evening after the leader was shot dead on Saturday in Bandra East. Surrounded by tight security and his bodyguard Shera, a bereaved Salman Khan can be seen leaving his house after paying condolences. After hearing the news of Baba Siddique's tragic death, Salman Khan cancelled the shoot of Bigg Boss 18 and rushed to Lilavati Hospital, where Baba Siddique died. On Sunday evening, Baba Siddique was buried with the state honours.
Baba Siddique was a prominent figure in Maharashtra politics and was well-known for his close ties with several Bollywood celebrities, including Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan among others. He played a pivotal role in reconciling the two superstars, who had an infamous feud nearly a decade ago. The two stars, who had been avoiding each other since a heated argument at Katrina Kaif's birthday party in 2008, finally met each other at Baba Siddique's annual Iftaar party. Their earlier tension faded as they greeted each other with a warm hug. A photo of that moment quickly went viral on social media.
Speaking of the murder, at least six bullets were fired at Mr Siddique near his son Zeeshan's office and four hit him in the chest. Three men carried out the shooting during Dussehra festivities. The two suspects arrested in the killing of Mr Siddique have claimed they belong to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, said sources. However, the gang is yet to take responsibility for the murder, which was carried out despite the minister having the 'Y' security.
On Eid, Salman announced his upcoming film titled Sikandar, where he will star alongside Rashmika Mandanna. AR Murugadoss will direct the film. He was last seen in AP Dhillon's Old Money, which also features Sanjay Dutt.
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Beats Solo 4 was launched earlier this year, and the company's latest on-ear headphones made their way to India in August. They are equipped with audio features found on more expensive wireless headphones from Apple, including spatial audio with dynamic head tracking and support for lossless audio, but lack support for active noise cancellation (ANC). The headphones are compatible with iOS and Android devices and feature a standard USB Type-C port for charging. The Beats Solo 4 competes with similarly priced headphones from Bose and Sony.
Pricing for the Beats Solo 4 is set at Rs. 22,900 in India. It is sold in three colourways — Cloud Pink, Matte Black, and Slate Blue (the company sent us this variant for review) — via the company's online store and authorised retailers in the country.
Beats Solo 4 Design: Lightweight and Comfortable
Dimensions - 177x158x6.8mm
Weight - 217g
These over-the-ear headphones are mostly made of plastic and appear quite similar to previous generation models, aside from the more pastel-like colours that give them a slightly less edgy look. This also means they're pretty light to wear for extended periods, even though you can feel them on your head. The earpads don't appear to be user-replaceable, which is unfortunate.
Beats Solo 4 features a familiar design
Like its predecessors, the Beats Solo 4 has the company's logo embossed on both earcups. There's a small ‘4' on the right side of the adjustable headband, while the inside of the headband contains more text related to regulatory information (right) and a left ear indicator — none of these are visible when you're wearing the headphones.
The headphones ship with a carrying pouch that is slightly cushioned, along with a 3.5mm audio cable and a USB Type-C to Type-C cable that can be used for lossless audio playback or to charge the headphones. You'll need to purchase a power adapter separately, though.
I have a fairly long head and wear spectacles, but the Beats Solo 4 felt comfortable even after wearing them for a few hours at a time. However, headphone fitting can vary from person to person, so it's best to try these out at a store to make sure they feel comfortable on your head.
Like the Beats Studio Buds+ and the Beats Solo Buds, these wireless headphones work with Android smartphones and most of Apple's devices. You'll have to download the Beats companion app on the former, while the same controls are baked into the settings app on iPhone, iPad, and Mac computers.
You can customise various Beats Solo 4 settings on Apple devices as well as Android smartphones
You get support for Google's Fast Pair service on Android and Fast Pair on Windows when you set up the Beats Solo 4 for the first time. If you have an iPhone or iPad, you'll see the familiar card pop up asking you to connect to the headphones. The device also works with Apple's Find My service, while Android users can see where the device was last connected to the companion app.
The left earcup lets you control media playback and manage calls — a single press pauses and resumes playback, while calls can be answered and muted with a single -press and ended with a double press. You can also push the panel's top and bottom to increase and decrease the volume, respectively.
A button on the right side must be long-pressed to turn on and turn off the Beats Solo 4. The bottom of the left earcup has a 3.5mm audio port and an LED indicator that indicates when the headphones are charging and in use, while the right earcup has a USB Type-C port, an upgrade over the Solo 3 model with a Micro USB port.
Beats Solo 4 is equipped with a 3.5mm audio port and a USB Type-C port
Like other audio products from Beats and Apple, the companion app on Android and the built-in audio settings for the Beats Solo 4 doesn't include support for equaliser presets. This means that you will have to rely on media apps that include their own EQ controls, such as Spotify or Poweramp.
Beats Solo 4 Performance, Battery Life: Par for the Course
Bluetooth version - 5.3
Active noise cancellation - No
Battery life - Up to 50 hours
The Beats Solo 4 headphones are equipped with upgraded 40mm drivers and a redesigned acoustic architecture. They feature a neutral sound signature, which means they're ideal for various genres of music, and there's no perceptible distortion, even when listening to music at the highest volume.
My usual headphones testing playlist contains tracks that span various genres, and the Beats Solo 4 could easily handle it. Sasha Alex Sloan's voice sounds extremely clear on Older, while the mids and the bass have ample separation. The same is true for Taylor Swift's Daylight, where her vocals are distinctly audible from the background music.
Abba's Mamma Mia and Voulez-Vous sound excellent on the Beats Solo 4, with ample emphasis on all instruments. Afterglow by INXS, a track that typically sounds ‘muffled' on many headphones, was clear with just the right amount of bass.
The Beats Solo 4 felt comfortable on the ears even after an extended period
Beats audio products have gained a reputation for offering warm, U-shaped audio, but this doesn't appear to be the case for the Solo 4 headphones. The extremely busy Yo soy María by Ástor Piazzolla and María Dueñas is a classical piece that contains a mix of violin and piano that are both distinctly audible on the headphones. This is also noticeable on No. 24 in A Minor, by Hilary Hahn, another fast-paced track that sounded good.
As expected, the Beats Solo 4 headphones handle tracks such as Billie Eilish's Birds Of A Feather effortlessly, and there's no distortion, even when the volume is cranked up. The bass response on Crab Flow by NLE Choppa and Nbhd Nick's Way Up is excellent.
Like other Beats Solo audio models (like the Solo Buds), these wireless headphones do not offer ANC support. This is disappointing to see on a device at this price point, especially considering that similarly priced wireless headphones deliver excellent ANC performance.
While the lack of ANC might be a glaring omission from the Beats Solo 4, the headphones offer two useful features — spatial audio with dynamic head tracking and lossless audio via USB Type-C or 3.5mm audio ports.
I connected the headphones using both interfaces and found that the sound quality was excellent, and the wired mode allows you to use the device even when the battery is empty. Meanwhile, you'll need an iPhone to use the spatial audio with a dynamic head tracking feature, and it works reliably while listening to or watching supported music and videos, respectively.
Beats says that the Solo 4 is equipped with digital beam-forming microphones that are used along with a voice targeting algorithm designed to improve voice quality on calls. This works seamlessly with the built-in noise reduction feature on the iPhone, allowing users to take calls while wearing the headphones.
You can fold the Beats Solo 4 and store it inside the included carrying case
The Beats Solo 4 isn't equipped with an Apple H series or W series chip, which means it lacks support for seamless switching across Apple devices. However, pairing it with an iPhone lets one use it across all linked Apple devices, and the Fast Pair feature on Android allows users to use it.
According to the company, the Beats Solo 4 can deliver up to 50 hours of media playback but keep in mind that this is without features like spatial audio with dynamic head tracking or taking voice calls. After using the headphones to take calls or meetings and listen to music, I got about five days of use with an average of eight hours every day, which is somewhere around the 40-hour mark.
Even if you end up using the headphones for an extended period, you shouldn't have to charge them more than once a week. The company says its Fast Fuel feature allows users to plug in the headphones to a compatible charger and get about five hours of playback with a 10-minute charge.
Beats Solo 4 Review: Verdict
If you're looking for a pair of colourful wireless headphones under the Rs. 25,000 mark that work well with Android smartphones and Apple products, then the Beats Solo 4 is easy to recommend, thanks in part to its reliable sound quality and excellent battery life.
However, if you don't need features like spatial audio with dynamic head tracking or don't have an Apple device that allows you to access the feature, you might want to consider the much cheaper JBL Live 770NC on-ear headphones.
You get a USB Type-C cable and a 3.5mm audio cable with the Beats Solo 4
More advanced wireless over-the-ear headphones in the same price segment include the Sony WH-1000XM4 (Review), the Marshall Monitor II, and the Bose QuietComfort wireless headphones. Alternatively, you could wait for the price of the Beats Solo 4 to drop before purchasing the headphones.
Those headphones offer ANC support, which is missing on the Beats Solo 4. The older Beats Solo Pro from 2019 is available from some sellers in India for around Rs. 25,000, with support for seamless switching and ANC using Apple's H1 chip, if you don't mind the deprecated Lightning port and lower advertised battery life (22 hours and 40 hours with ANC enabled and disabled, respectively).
Masaba Gupta and her actor-husband Satyadeep Misra are the new parents in town. The couple welcomed their first child - a baby girl on Friday (October 11). The new parents shared the joyful news on social media. They shared a picture featuring a white lotus and a moon set against a blue backdrop, along with their announcement. The post read: "Our very special little girl arrived on a very special day. 11.10.2024. Masaba & Satyadeep."
Masaba Gupta actively shared glimpses of her pregnancy journey on social media. On Instagram, she posted adorable photos capturing her pregnancy diaries. In the first photo, she can be dressed in a blue outfit. Another photo features her food bowl. One of the snapshots showed Masaba dealing with pregnancy struggles, including swollen feet. Captioning the post on Instagram, she wrote, "Life lately has been a series of what can I eat next and staring at pretty home decor."
Masaba announced her pregnancy in April this year by posting a picture with her husband, Satyadeep. In the photo, Masaba is seen sitting on the floor along with her husband, Satyadeep Misra. The fashion designer, dressed in a white robe, looks super happy as she keeps her head on her husband's shoulder. Alongside the post, she wrote a sweet note and asked everyone to send her wishes and banana chips on their way. She wrote, "In other news - Two little feet are on their way to us! Please send love, blessings and banana chips ( plain salted ONLY) #babyonboard #mom&dad."
For the unversed, Masaba and Satyadeep Misra got married in January 2023. They announced their pregnancy in April this year.
On the work front, Masaba is a fashion designer and actor. She was last seen in Modern Love Mumbai. Satyadeep Misra, on the other hand, made his Bollywood debut with No One Killed Jessica. He worked as a corporate lawyer previously. He was recently seen as a senior inspector in Vikram Vedha and was also a part of Mukhbir. His latest outing was Tanaav.
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Bollywood superstar Salman Khan cancelled his shoot for Bigg Boss 18 on Saturday night after hearing the news of the NCP leader and his close friend Baba Siddique's tragic death. Siddique was shot dead by three unknown assailants in Bandra. He was immediately taken to Lilavati Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. In a viral video, Salman is seen arriving at Lilavati Hospital to visit Baba Siddique's family.
Baba Siddique was a prominent figure in Maharashtra politics and was well-known for his close ties with several Bollywood celebrities, including Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan among others. He played a pivotal role in reconciling the two superstars, who had a well-publicised feud nearly a decade ago. The two stars, who had been avoiding each other since a heated argument at Katrina Kaif's birthday party in 2008, finally met each other at Baba Siddique's annual Iftaar party. Their earlier tension faded as they greeted each other warmly and shared a heartfelt hug. A photo of that moment quickly went viral on social media.
On the professional front, Salman Khan was last seen in AP Dhillon's Old Money, which also features Sanjay Dutt. He also produced the docu-series Angry Young Men, based on the journey of iconic screenwriters Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar from the 1970s Hindi cinema. This project was produced alongside Salma Khan, Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti.
On Eid, Salman announced his upcoming film titled Sikandar, where he will star alongside Rashmika Mandanna. AR Murugadoss will direct the film. Last year, he had two film releases: Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan and Tiger 3, which featured Katrina Kaif and Emraan Hashmi and was directed by Maneesh Sharma. He also made a special appearance in Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan. Additionally, Salman returned as the host for the 18th season of the reality TV show Bigg Boss.
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Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina's film Jigra released on Friday. Directed by Vasan Bala, the movie was released with over 3,000 shows across India and managed to earn Rs 4.25 crore nett on its opening day, as per Sacnilk. Jigra marked Alia's lowest opening since her 2014 film in Highway. The film was released in both Hindi and Telugu languages and achieved an overall occupancy of 20.13% in Hindi. In Telugu, it had just 42 shows with an occupancy of 20.17%.
Highway, which was released when Alia Bhatt was still establishing herself in the industry, made Rs 3.4 crore on its opening day but ultimately minted Rs 30 crore nett in India. Since then, she has delivered numerous successful films, including Dear Zindagi, Raazi, Gangubai Kathiawadi, Brahamstra and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani among others.
Jigra faced competition from Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, starring Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri, which opened with Rs 5 crore and had about 3,500 shows, giving it a slight edge over Alia's film. Notably, Jigra is Alia's only release for 2024.
On the work front, Alia Bhatt has Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War in the line-up, in which she will co-star with husband Ranbir Kapoor and Raazi co-star Vicky Kaushal. She will also be seen in Alpha, co-starring Sharvari. The film will release on December 25, 2025.
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Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video had a slow start at the box office. According to Sacnilk, the film recorded just 17% occupancy across India on its first day. However, it experienced a boost during the night shows, with occupancy rising to 32%. The film earned Rs 5 crore nett on its opening day, surpassing Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina's film Jigra, which made Rs 4.25 crore.
Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video has been directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa. The film also features Vijay Raaz, Mallika Sherawat, Mast Ali, Archana Puran Singh, Mukesh Tiwari, Archana Patel, Rakesh Bedi, Tiku Talsania and Ashwini Kalsekar.
The film has been backed by Gulshan Kumar, T-Series, Balaji Telefilms, Wakaoo Films, Kathavachak Films. The film is slated to release on October 11.
In his NDTV review, Saibal Chatterjee gave the film 1 out of 5 stars and wrote, "Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video delivers not a whit of what the trailer of the film promised. Like the characters affected by the disappearance of the CD, the film goes round and round in circles. It takes an inordinately long time - over two and a half hours - to deliver the couple, and the audience, from their misery.
He added, "The film has the feel of an extended skit that aspires to be a runaway laugh riot. It is a riot all right but not in the way, or to the extent, that it wants to be. The film always manages to run in a direction that goes nowhere."
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Amitabh Bachchan turned a year older on Friday (October 11). On the special occasion, his daughter-in-law and actress Aishwarya Bachchan penned a sweet birthday wish for him. She shared a throwback picture of the veteran actor posing with Aaradhya. Sharing the photo on Instagram, she wrote, "Happy birthday paa-dadaji. God bless always." ICYDK, the birthday wish comes amid swirling divorce rumours of Aishwarya and Abhishek Bachchan.
Rumours about Abhishek and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's divorce have been circulating on social media for quite some time now. These rumours gained traction when the couple arrived separately at a high-profile wedding In July. The speculation intensified when Abhishek liked an Instagram post discussing the increase in "grey divorces," which further fuelled the divorce rumours.
The post, which Abhishek Bachchan liked, revolves around the idea of "Why love stops being easy." It also states, "Couples who have been married for long are now parting ways. What has prompted their decision and why are grey divorces on the rise?"
The caption read, "Divorce is never easy for anyone. Who doesn't dream of a happily ever after or envision recreating those heartwarming videos of elderly couples holding hands as they cross the street? Yet, sometimes life doesn't unfold as we hoped. But how do people cope when they separate after decades together, after spending a significant portion of their lives relying on each other for both big and small things? What drives them to sever ties, and what challenges do they face? This story delves into these questions. Coincidentally, 'grey divorces' or 'silver splitters'-terms for those seeking marital dissolution typically after age 50-are on the rise globally. The reasons, though varied, are not surprising."
Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan got married in April 2007. The two welcomed their daughter Aaradhya Bachchan in November 2011. So far, the couple have not confirmed nor denied the divorce rumours.
On the professional front, they worked together in several films such as Dhai Akshar Prem Ke (2000), Kuch Naa Kaho (2003), Dhoom 2 (2006), Umrao Jaan (2006), Guru (2007), Sarkar Raj (2008), and Raavan (2010)."
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10th-anniversary product! Yes, the Apple Watch series has existed for a decade, and the Apple Watch Series 10 smartwatch is a special product. At least, this is what the rumour mills claimed before the company's September launch event. Well, it's finally here, and I have been living with the Apple Watch Series 10 for almost two weeks now, and no, it's not entirely different from what we expect from Apple.
To put some context, the iPhone X, launched in 2017, was a 10th-anniversary product that refreshed the design language of iPhones. It was one of the stepping stones of the iPhone design we see today from Apple. On the other hand, the Apple Watch Series 10 isn't minutely close to that, but it is still the best daily smartwatch wearable money can buy. How? I will discuss that in depth in the review, so let's dive in.
Apple Watch Series 10 Price in India and Specifications
Apple Watch Series 10 price in India starts at Rs. 46,900 for the Aluminium (GPS) model. As always, there are plenty of combinations to pick from. This year, Apple has introduced 42mm and 46mm strap sizes, which are new. There are also GPS + cellular options that can go up to Rs. 59,900, depending on the size you choose. The company also introduced all-new Titanium (GPS + Cellular) models starting at Rs. 79,900. The Series 10 can go up to Rs. 89,900 for the Titanium model with Milanese Loop.
The Apple Watch Series 10 is thinner and lighter than the Series 9
Apple Watch Series 10 Specifications
Sizes - 42mm and 46mm
Panel - LTPO3 OLED Always-on Retina display
Colours - Jet Black, Rose Gold, and Silver (Aluminium case)
Natural, Gold, and Slate (Titanium case)
Battery - Up to 18 hours of battery life (claimed)
Processor - S10 SiP with 64-bit dual-core processor
OS - watchOS 11
Apple Watch Series 10 Design and Display: Familiar comfort with a fresh twist
42mm and 46mm cases
Available in Aluminium or Titanium case
Up to 40% brighter screen
Apple's anniversary product, the Watch Series 10, focuses on the most important aspect of a smartwatch. The display! It is central to everything we do on a smartwatch, from checking notifications to quickly glancing time. Apple has fit in the largest and most advanced display ever on an Apple Watch. However, coming from Apple Watch Series 9, it took me some time to notice the differences.
The Apple Watch Series 10 packs the biggest display yet
A bigger display that slightly wraps around corners looks better and chunkier than Series 9, for sure. The Series 10 also packs the brightest display we have seen on any Apple Watch Series model yet. Apple claims that the Series 10 is up to 40 percent brighter when viewed at an angle and offers up to 2,000nits brightness. It comes in all-new 42mm and 46mm sizes - slightly larger than what we saw on the Series 9 (41mm and 45mm). The fun fact is that Series 10, despite the bump in case size, is marginally lighter than Series 9. The Aluminium (GPS + Cellular) model we are reviewing weighed 35.3 grams compared to 39 grams on Series 9 (same finish). This is the case across the range.
The Watch is available in Aluminium case in Jet Black, Rose Gold and Silver colours
Apple has gone a notch above this time to ensure the Series 10 looks like a major upgrade and ships the biggest display - even slightly bigger than the Apple Watch Ultra. Compared to older models, the Series 10 offers up to 30 percent more screen area (compared to the Series 6). What does the additional screen real estate offer is an additional line of text on apps like Mail, news, or messages. Compared to the Series 9, it was easier to type on the Series 10.
Apple ditched the stainless steel case this year for a lighter titanium case. But that also means boring colour choices. If there's one department where Series 10 slightly disappoints, then it has to be the colour options. The Series 10 comes in Jet Black, Rose Gold and Silver in Aluminium case while Slate, Gold and Natural in Titanium. All of them are slightly boring choices, in my opinion, except for the Jet Black, which we got for this review. It is a stunning colour and adds to the overall premium look of the Series 10. On the other hand, the Series 9 offered Midnight, Starlight, Silver, Pink and (PRODUCT)RED in Aluminium case while Graphite, Silver and Gold in Stainless Steel case.
It also comes in a Titanium case in Slate, Gold and Natural colours
I got the carbon-neutral Sport Loop band with the Series 10, and it has been comfortable during the review period. I have been using the Apple Watch since the Series 6 days, and the Sport Loop band is one of the best band options the company offers, with a velcro adjustment strap, which makes it for daily wear. The Milanese loop is also fantastic for daily wear, but that's only available with a titanium case.
The Series 10 comes with an upgraded LTPO3 OLED Always-on Retina display. The company claims the new Wide-angle OLED is power-efficient, allowing the display to update once a second and always be on mode instead of just once a minute, compared to the Series 9. A larger display gives an edge over its predecessors in a lot of ways, including a better screen resolution, which now offers 416x496 pixels for the 46mm case.
Thanks to a bigger display, you can comfortably type on the display of the Series 10 smartwatch
Imagine, I could notice ticking seconds hand in the Activity watch face. However, quality-wise, the Series 10 is an extension of the Series 9 as it also sports a fantastic display.
Thanks to a bigger display than the Ultra, the Series 10 is actually a better, more practical, and cheaper option than the Ultra in its current avatar.
Apple Watch Series 10 Performance: Subtle progress
S10 SiP chip
Features water temperature sensor
Runs watchOS 11 out of the box
The Series 10 ships with S10 SiP with a 64-bit dual-core processor, and that's about it. I noticed no difference between Series 10 and Series 9 performance credentials. As with Series 9, the new Series 10 is snappy and quick with closing and opening apps. Features like automatic workout detection and dictation work smoothly. Apple claims that the new Series 10 uses machine learning to identify the motion signatures and impact forces during falls, enabling features like crash detection and fall detection.
The Series 10 offers an AOD feature
With Series 10, Apple says that Smart Stack automatically adds new widgets when users need them. This is something I could test while testing the smartwatch. The Translate app also works smoothly on the Series 10 and gets added to Smart Stack if you travel to a different country. However, you will need to download the languages before using them.
The Series 10 packs a S10 SiP chip
Apple has re-engineered the speaker setup to be 30 percent smaller but is actually louder than the Series 9. The best part if even in loud environments, the Series 10 speakers are loud enough for emergency calls or hearing podcasts or music - in case your iPhone isn't reachable. The biggest advantage of Series 10 is voice isolation.
The Series 10 display can hit up to 2,000nits peak brightness and drop to 1 nit minimum brightness. Besides packing a bigger display, the Series 10 offers punchier colours and amazing new watch faces.
The Apple Watch Series 10 uses 100% recycled aluminium in the case (aluminium model)
This time, Apple has introduced an all-new water temperature sensor on the Apple Watch Series 10, a welcome addition. Other sensors are the same as the Series 9. There's also support for the Oceanic+ app for snorkelling activity on the Series 10. I couldn't test it, but it's a good addition for people who love to do water sports. Now, they can be accompanied by their Apple Watch. The Series 10 comes with 64GB storage, the same as the Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2.
The Series 10 sports a metal and sapphire crystal back compared to Series 9's Ceramic and sapphire crystal back. Apple claims that the metal back of the Series 10 integrates the antenna into the housing, contributing to the thinner design. The company also claims that the metal back design houses the necessary elements to cater to improved cellular performance.
The Series 10 comes with a refreshed Vitals app
Now comes the most important health feature, the marquee feature of the Series 10 - sleep apnea. Apple Watch models have been supporting sleep tracking for some years, but the addition of sleep apnea makes it more capable. How does it function? Apple says that the watch uses its accelerometer to monitor small movements at the wrist during sleep that are associated with interruptions in normal respiratory patterns, tracked by a new Apple Watch metric called Breathing Disturbances. For tracking these patterns, you will have to wear the watch regularly at night for at least 7 days.
Apple Watch Series 10's biggest strength is accurately tracking fitness-related activities. It is definitely a benchmark for other smartwatches in the segment. It is SpO2 tracking, which returns almost the same results as a pulse oximeter or counting steps.
It features an all-new Water temperature sensor
The Series 10 ships with watchOS 11, bringing tons of personalisation and fitness-related features. The Vitals app has received a refresh and offers a quick check-in on key health metrics at a glance. The Activity rings have new customisation options that let you add a different activity for a day in the week to match your gym routine. The good thing about some of these new features of watchOS 11 is that they will also make it to the Series 9 model.
The new watch faces include Flux Face and Reflections, which Apple says have been designed to take advantage of larger display. The Photos face has also received a refresher, and photos can be better recommended based on aesthetics and composition.
The Series 10 display is decent for typing short messages
Apple Watch Series 10 Battery: Fast charging support, finally
0-80% charging in about 30 minutes (claimed)
Up to 18 hours of battery life
Up to 36 hours with Low Power Mode
Apple Watch Series 10 is the company's fastest-charging Apple Watch model ever. And that's something I want to write in my iPhone review, too, but maybe next year. One of the biggest highlights of the Apple Watch Series 10 is that it charges up to 80 percent in 30 minutes. The Series 9 can charge up to 80 percent in 45 minutes, while the Ultra 2 charges up to 80 percent in about an hour.
It supports faster charging compared to Series 9
Interestingly, fast charging is enabled thanks to the use of the new metal back of the Series 10, which now accommodates a larger and more efficient charging coil. All of this does help enhance user experience on the Watch Series 10. Purely in terms of battery performance, the Series 10 offered me roughly 20 hours of battery life on a single charge. After this, it automatically turned on Low Power Mode at 15 percent. Extended workout sessions, including outdoor walks and running sessions, reduced battery life to 18 hours. The smartwatch reached 0 to 80 percent in about 30 minutes, while a full charge takes about 60 minutes.
In my tests, Series 10 offers an incremental battery life boost compared to its predecessor.
It comes in 46mm and 42mm strap sizes
The Apple Watch Series 10 is a better, more practical, and cheaper smartwatch for everyday use than the Ultra 2.
Apple Watch Series 10 Review: Verdict
Apple Watch Series 10 may not have introduced groundbreaking features compared to the Series 9. But it doesn't need to. The Series 9 is already a solid smartwatch, and its successor builds on its strengths. Faster charging makes Series 10 a stronger smartwatch option for consumers. Moreover, the largest display, even a bit bigger than the Watch Ultra 2, makes it capable of packing more tricks. The company has also raised the refresh rate on the Series 10 to once in a second from once in a minute, and I could show off this with new watch faces that show seconds hand.
It also has a water temperature sensor and features that make it ideal for your next snorkelling session - features you may not need daily but are always good to have on board. One thing that surprised me is that Apple forgot to put a decent Apple Intelligence feature for the Apple Watch Series 10.
The Jet Black aluminium model looks stunning and is excellent for everyday wear
Who should buy the new Series 10 smartwatch? By now, Apple devices have reached a point that users are not required to update every year and comfortably, they can jump a series or two depending on their use case. This applies to Series 10 as well. If you're someone using the Apple Watch Series 8 or 9, you don't gain a lot. However, if you want fast charging and a slightly bigger display, then Series 10 is the smartwatch for you. However, for Series 7 or 6 users, the Series 10 is an excellent upgrade. Similarly, for people who want to take a leap of faith and start using an Apple Watch, the Series 10 is the company's best Apple Watch model yet.
Amitabh Bachchan needs no introduction. Over his decades-long career, the megastar has captivated audiences with numerous blockbuster movies. Like a true "Shahenshah," he continues to rule the hearts of his admirers with his powerful and versatile performances. From redefining the term “angry young man” through his iconic characters in the 70s to portraying a unique 12-year-old kid in Paa, and now wowing audiences with his spectacular presence in Kalki 2898 AD, Amitabh Bachchan has worn many hats with equal ease. On the occasion of his 82nd birthday, let us take a look at some of his iconic films that you can enjoy over the weekend.
1. Silsila (August 14, 1981) - Apple TV: Amitabh Bachchan, Rekha and Jaya Bachchan's love triangle formed the crux of this Yash Chopra film. Be it their stellar performances, picturesque locations, complex storyline, or romantic tracks, Silsila is definitely a must-watch for people of all ages.
2. Zanjeer (May 11, 1973) - Prime Video: Directed and produced by Prakash Mehra, Zanjeer is considered to be a significant crime-action movie in Indian cinema. The film paved the way for a fantastic collaboration between Salim-Javed and Amitabh Bachchan. Through his performance in this movie, Big B earned the angry young man moniker which catapulted him to fame.
3. Deewaar (January 21, 1975) - Prime Video:Yash Chopra took the director's seat for this crime actioner, headlined by Amitabh Bachchan and Shashi Kapoor. Big B played Vijay, a rowdy man committing crimes. while Shashi Kapoor plays his brother Ravi, an honest police officer. They find themselves in a tough spot after Ravi is sent to arrest Vijay.
4. Sholay (August 15, 1975) - Apple TV:Sholay narrates the tale of two outlaws Jai (Amitabh Bachchan) and Veeru (Dharmendra) who are recruited by a retired police officer (Sanjeev Kumar) to catch a notorious dacoit, Gabbar Singh (Amjad Khan). The film centres around the themes of friendship and revenge. The power-packed performances and strong script make Sholay everyone's all-time favourite movie.
5. Kabhi Kabhie (January 27, 1976) - Prime Video: In this film, Amitabh Bachchan portrayed the character of a romantic poet, Amit Malhotra. Needless to say, the title track continues to wow music enthusiasts to this day.
6. Amar Akbar Anthony (May 27, 1977) - YouTube:Amar Akbar Anthony revolves around three brothers who are separated at birth and raised in different households. When their paths finally cross, the siblings decide to take revenge on those who kept them apart. In addition to Amitabh Bachchan, the film also featured the Rishi Kapoor and Vinod Khanna.
7. Don (May 12, 1978) - Zee5: “Don ko pakadna mushkil hi nahi namumkin hai”. We have this dialogue at the tip of our tongue. Amitabh Bachchan is remembered fondly for this iconic action thriller that broke several box office records. He aced the double role of a crime boss and a hilarious street performer.
8. Shahenshah (February 12, 1988) - Zee5: Even before the salt-and-pepper look was in vogue, Amitabh Bachchan showed the world how to ace the avatar like a boss. Remember the dialogue — “Rishtey mein to hum tumhare baap hote hai”? Big B served the ultimate swag in Shahenshah.
9. Agneepath (February 16, 1990) - Netflix: Amitabh Bachchan earned his first National Award for Best Actor for Agneepath. The film tells the story of a vengeful man who is on a quest to avenge his father's death and the atrocities imposed upon their family. The dialogue, “Vijay Dinanath Chauhan. Poora naam. Baap ka naam Dinanath Chauhan. Maa ka naam Suhasini Chauhan. Gaon Mandva…” still gives goosebumps.
10. Trishul (May 5, 1978) - Zee5: As brooding as always, Amitabh Bachchan was a treat to watch on-screen as Vijay. Sanjeev Kumar was stellar as a business tycoon who abandons Vijay's mother to marry a rich heiress. The scenes featuring Big B and Sanjeev Kumar are absolutely power-packed.
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