Frogs around the world are being severely impacted by the chytrid fungus, which has led to population declines in over 500 species and the presumed extinction of approximately 90 species. This invasive pathogen is disrupting ecosystems and causing significant biodiversity loss. Innovative methods to combat this threat have emerged, focusing on providing frogs with heated environments to resist infection. This approach, which is both affordable and adaptable, has shown promise in addressing the devastating effects of chytrid on amphibian populations.
Fighting the Fungus with Heat
According to a study published in Nature, chytrid infections intensify in colder months. Researchers have developed "frog saunas," small heated structures that allow amphibians to elevate their body temperature, helping them fight off the infection. The fungus, unable to survive high temperatures, can be eliminated when frogs spend time in these saunas. In experiments conducted in both controlled and outdoor environments, infected frogs that used these heated enclosures were found to clear the infection significantly faster than those kept in colder conditions.
Natural Immunity and Resistance
As reported by The Conversation, frogs cured through heat treatment developed increased resistance to future chytrid infections. Laboratory trials demonstrated that frogs previously exposed to controlled heating were far less likely to succumb to reinfections. When implemented in outdoor trials, frogs instinctively utilised the saunas to elevate their body temperatures, effectively reducing infection rates and mortality.
Broader Applications of Frog Saunas
The initiative, being deployed at Sydney Olympic Park, focuses on preserving one of the largest populations of green and golden bell frogs. The structures, made with easily sourced materials, offer a practical solution for conservationists and the public alike. Efforts are underway to expand the use of saunas to protect other endangered species.
Conservationists encourage individuals to contribute by building backyard saunas or participating in citizen science projects, which can help track and protect local frog populations. With widespread adoption, this approach may play a crucial role in reducing the chytrid fungus's impact on global amphibian biodiversity.
Keerthy Suresh made her Bollywood debut with Varun Dhawan's Atlee, the official Hindi remake of Theri. In a recent interview with Galatta India, Keerthy revealed her dear friend Samantha Ruth Prabhu recommended her name for Atlee's production.
Keerthy said, "She probably had me in mind when this was happening; that's what Varun also told me. I can't be grateful enough for that. It's so sweet of her to say, 'Keerthy will be able to pull off this character.' Her performance in Theri is one of my favourites in Tamil. Honestly, I was very scared." For the unversed, Samantha Ruth Prabhu played Keerthy's role in the Tamil version.
Samantha also gave a shout out to Keerthy soon after Baby John's trailer was released. "I remember her posting a story on Instagram after watching the trailer of Baby John, saying, 'I wouldn't have shared this one with anyone else, but you.' It was so sweet and meant a lot to me", Keerthy added.
Keerthy and Samantha shared screen space in Nag Ashwin's 2018 Telugu period drama Mahanati. Keerthy won a National Award for the Best Actress for the film.
On the personal front, Keerthy married her long-time boyfriend Antony Thattil in a traditional ceremony, followed by a Christian wedding this month.
Wishing the newlyweds, Samantha shared a picture from the ceremony and wrote, "The picture has my whole heart. Congratulations to the most beautiful people, may you be filled with eternal happiness and love always (red heart emoticons) #NyKeforever."
Baby John stars Varun Dhawan, Jackie Shroff, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Rajpal Yadav. The film minted double digit numbers on its opening day. But from second day onwards, the film saw a major dip in earnings amid Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 wave.
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Triptii Dimri is living her best life in the snow-covered Finland, courtesy her Instagram stories. The Animal actor has been actively sharing pictures and videos from her holiday abode. Recently, the actor shared a video in which she can be seen enjoying snowfall. Dressed in a red sweater and black pants, Triptii is having a blast. She can be seen taking a fun slide on the snow also.
Meanwhile, Triptii's rumoured boyfriend Sam Merchant also shared similar videos on his Instagram stories. He also shared a video on his Instagram stories where he can be seen enjoying snowfall of the season. He captioned the video, "Moment." The Internet is convinced that Triptii and Sam are together in Finland.
In recent times, Triptii and Sam are spotted together on several occasions. From dinner dates to late-night drives, Triptii and Sam made headlines throughout the year.
However, Triptii hasn't talked about her relationship in public.
Last year, in a conversation with Zoom, a source close to the actress claimed that Triptii "is very much single." The source said, "Triptii-Sam rumour is plain hogwash. Triptii is very much single. Some minds have a fertile imagination. Nobody can be blamed for the fact that she got linked with Sam. Such things are common not just in Bollywood, but in all walks of life nowadays."
Triptii Dimri attained a new fanbase after featuring in Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Animal. She was praised for her performances in projects like Bulbbul and Qala. Triptii had back-to-back releases this year. She was seen in films like Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Bad Newz, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video.
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Kareena Kapoor's holiday posts keep getting better and better. The Singham Again actor, who is currently holidaying in the Swiss Alps along with husband Saif Ali Khan and sons Jeh and Taimur, shared adorable pictures from her sons' skiing adventures.
Kareena shared two pictures of Taimur. In the first one, dressed in his skiing uniform, Taimur is all set to roll on the snow. He wore a red jacket, neon pants and amped up his style quotient with goggles. Kareena captioned the picture, "Mera beta (my son)" and dropped a red heart emoji.
In another picture, Taimur looks every bit a little adventurer. Kareena wrote in the caption, "Don't ask me if I ski. I take my son's pictures. Someone needs to." Kareena dropped a string of heart and laugh out loud emojis.
If Taimur leads the front, can Jeh be far behind? Kareena shared oh-so-adorable pictures of her younger son, who made his day by just rolling on the snow. In one picture, Jeh (dressed in full uniform) can be seen lying on the snow. Kareena asked her fans, "Does this count as skiing?" In another, she introduced Jeh as what he was up to.
Last week, Kareena dropped a carousel of pictures from the Swiss Alps, offering a glimpse into her Christmas celebrations.
The opening frame features Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan enjoying some hot beverages sitting next to a Christmas tree. Don't miss Taimur and Jeh's fun antics.
From unwrapping Christmas presents to relishing scrumptious treats, the pictures were all heart. Kareena's caption read, "Sorry I was too busy enjoying my day. Love and happiness People. Keep searching for Magic." Take a look:
On the work front, Kapoor was last seen in the Rohit Shetty's directorial Singham Again. The action entertainer also featured Ajay Devgn, Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Akshay Kumar, Arjun Kapoor, Tiger Shroff, and Jackie Shroff in pivotal roles.
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The world of foldable phones was once reserved for those willing to spend a significant amount, but that's no longer the case. Last year, Motorola and Tecno were among the first to introduce affordable clamshell foldable phones in India, and this year, Infinix has joined the fray. In October, Infinix launched its first foldable phone in the country – the Zero Flip. The phone is priced at Rs. 49,999 and offers standout features such as a large cover screen, the largest battery in the segment, and more.
But does the price and the large cover screen make the Zero Flip a strong contender in the affordable foldable flip phone market, especially against Motorola's offerings? Does it stack up in terms of features? How does it perform in everyday use? I spent the last few weeks on the phone to find out, and here's my take.
Infinix Zero Flip Design: Premium
Dimensions (Unfolded) - 170.4 x 73.4 x 7.6 mm
Dimensions (Folded) - 87.5 x 73.4 x 16 mm
Weight - 195g
Colours - Blossom Glow, Rock Black
Despite its affordable price tag (for a clamshell foldable), the Infinix Zero Flip is well-designed. It's got flat sides, rounded corners, and curved edges. The bottom rear panel is made from glass and features a distinct texture on both colour options.
The phone is available in two colour options, and we got the Black Rock variant
We got the Black Rock variant, which features a sand-like finish, resistant to fingerprints and smudges. The back panel is protected by Gorilla Glass 7. The phone feels solid in hand, both when folded and unfolded, and gives off a premium look.
The bottom rear panel has a matte finish
When folded, you'll notice that the hinge cover has a pattern with the Infinix logo. The hinge seems durable and is rated to last 4,00,000 folds. However, the phone doesn't come with any IP rating, so I'd recommend not using the phone in the rain. It's also not possible to open the phone with one hand as the sides are flat. The hinge has a hover range of 30 to 150 degrees, and you can use it at any angle, as there is no spring mechanism to force the phone to open or shut.
The hinge is claimed to have survived 400,000 folds
The volume and power buttons are placed on the top right frame, with the power button doubling as a fingerprint scanner. The scanner worked well during the review, with only a couple of failed attempts to register my finger.
The Zero Flip has no visible gap when folded
The bottom houses the USB Type-C port, a loudspeaker, a SIM tray slot, and a microphone. You'll find another microphone at the top.
The SIM card tray has a rubber gasket, but the phone has no IP rating
When open, the inner display has decently sized bezels all around. You also get a slit flash for selfies on the top next to the earpiece.
The inner screen protector loves smudges and dust
The display crease is similar to what we've seen on the Motorola Razr 50 lineup and the Galaxy Z Flip 6.
Infinix Zero Flip Display: Flexible inside, Big outside
Main display - 6.9-inch flexible LTPO OLED, 120Hz, full-HD+ resolution
Protection - Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (Cover screen)
Both panels on the Infinix Zero Flip are quite good in terms of specifications. The cover screen is one of the largest among flip phones in this price bracket. The 3.64-inch AMOLED panel on the outside offers 1,100 nits of peak brightness, which is plenty for indoor use, and is somewhat readable under bright sunlight.
The cover screen isn't super eligible under direct sunlight
The screen gets an always-on display and is protected with Gorilla Glass Victus 2. In my few weeks with the phone, the outer screen managed to keep scratches away. You don't get a lot of customisation options for the cover screen. You can change the wallpapers, place some interactive pets, and access certain quick settings.
You can open and use several apps on the Cover screen
There's no way to add widgets, which is a bummer. The screen has cutouts for the dual cameras and LED flash. To read about the outer screen's usability, head to the Software section.
Moving on to the inner flexible screen, you get a 6.9-inch LTPO panel that supports up to 120Hz refresh rate but has 1,400 nits of peak brightness, which is good enough for indoor and outdoor use. As for refresh rate, you can choose between 60, 90, 120, and auto modes. The colour output is good, and you get two modes – Bright-coloured and Original.
The inner screen gets plenty bright outdoors
The screen offers a tall 22:9 aspect ratio, which means that there are going to be thick black bars when streaming 16:9 or 4:3 content. There's no official HDR rating, but you get Widevine L1 support, meaning you can stream Netflix content in full HD resolution. The screen also comes with the usual protective coating, which I found to be more prone to smudging than usual.
Infinix Zero Flip Software: Needs improvement
OS - Android 14
UI - XOS 14.5
Latest security patch - October 2024
The phone is claimed to get two years of Android updates and three years of security patches, but that only sounds good on paper as the Zero Flip runs Android 14 out of the box. That means you'll only get up to Android 16. The phone doesn't have a lot of bloatware, but you'll find several pre-installed apps and XOS Family apps as it runs the XOS UI.
The phone gets 2 years of Android OS update support
Infinix claims that you can run over 100+ apps on the cover display. Yes, you can use a lot of apps on the cover screen. However, using the cover screen to watch videos is not something you should do. Using apps like Chrome or WhatsApp is also possible, but typing is cumbersome as you get a tiny keyboard.
You should avoid watching videos on the cover screen
The apps open vertically and don't cover the entire screen, as the area above the vertically stacked cameras only shows the time and certain notifications.
As this is foldable, you get features that use the bendy form factor. A Flex-Still mode is enabled when the phone is folded to a certain angle. In this mode, the top and bottom halves of the display show different things. This works across apps like Camera, Gallery, and others. In the Camera app, the top part of the inner screen shows the viewfinder, whereas the bottom shows the controls.
Infinix Zero Flip Performance: Is sometimes a hothead
CPU - MediaTek Dimensity 8020
RAM - 8GB LPDDR4X
Storage - 512GB UFS 3.1
The 6nm Dimensity 8020 SoC inside the Zero Flip is quite capable of performing regular tasks and gaming. It's not a powerful chipset, but it runs smoothly on day-to-day tasks, UI animations, and multitasking. Compared to the Motorola Razr 50, the Dimensity performed better in most of the synthetic benchmarks that I ran on the phone.
Benchmark
Infinix Zero Flip
Motorola Razr 50
Geekbench 6 Single
755
902
Geekbench 6 Multi
2534
2,675
AnTuTu v10
805,272
647,833
PCMark Work 3.0
16,412
12,932
3DM Slingshot Extreme OpenGL
Maxed Out
5,037
3DM Slingshot
5,586
5,762
3DM Wild Life
4,370
3,142
3DM Wild Life Unlimited
4,324
3,152
GFXBench T-Rex
60
91
GFXBench Manhattan 3.1
59
47
GFXBench Car Chase
39
26
I did notice the phone heating up, especially around the external camera area, when running a few resource-intensive tasks or using the camera. Running apps on the cover screen also makes the device hot, but only around the cameras, which is quite strange.
BGMI ran exceptionally well with Very High graphics settings
As for gaming, the Zero Flip did a good job. I played BGMI and Real Racing 3 on the phone with ease. The phone also features a game mode, which lets you boost the performance. While the games ran smoothly, I did again find the phone getting hot towards the top edge of the cover screen.
The Infinix Zero Flip offers a hybrid stereo speaker setup, with the earpiece acting as the second speaker. The phone does get quite loud and provides a bit of bass as well. However, I did notice some crackling at max volume. When it comes to microphone and earpiece performance, everything was good.
Alright, it's camera time. The phone offers a dual camera setup on the cover screen and a selfie camera on the inner display. All three sensors offer 50-megapixel resolution and autofocus. The primary sensor is a Samsung ISOCELL GN5 unit, the ultrawide is a Hynix Hi5022, and the selfie camera uses a Samsung ISOCELL JN1 sensor.
You get dual 50-megapixel cameras on the Zero Flip
The camera app automatically switches to the DV mode when you open the hinge to around 90 degrees. You can also use the external cameras to take selfies. The app is easy to use, and all main camera modes are available upfront. A Vlog mode, a Super Night mode, and several others are available under More. You can also easily connect your GoPro to the phone via the GoPro Quik app, and there's also a toggle in the Camera app. You get plenty of beauty effects as well.
Talking about picture quality, the main camera takes good photos in daylight conditions with plenty of details, a wide dynamic range, and slightly saturated colours. You will notice some sharpening in the images, though, which isn't necessarily bad. Even the 2x zoom shots are decent in daylight conditions but have fewer details and are generally softer.
Daylight photo samples from the 50-megapixel wide camera [Tap to Expand]
The ultrawide camera also works well in daylight conditions with good detail and sharpness. The colours are slightly different from the primary camera, but the dynamic range is good.
50-megapixel ultrawide camera samples [Tap to expand]
The primary camera holds up well in low-light conditions, with photos offering decent details and dynamic range. However, you'll find plenty of noise, especially if shooting indoors. A Super Night mode is also available, but I didn't notice any major differences when using this mode apart from better shadows. 2x photos in low-light aren't great and have a muddy appearance to them.
Low-light photos from the main camera at 1x [Tap to expand]
The Ultrawide also doesn't perform well in low-light. Its images are less detailed, soft, and noisy.
Moving on to the selfie camera, which gets its own slit flash, does a good job in daylight conditions. However, it's just better to use the outer camera for selfies, which produces much better results.
As for the video performance, the Zero Flip can shoot at 4K 30fps from the outer cameras, but the internal selfie can also do 4K 60fps. However, neither modes support the stabilisation, which is only available in 1080p 30fps. The video output from the main camera is quite good in daylight conditions with pretty accurate colour output and dynamic range, but you'll find some noise and artefacts around the edges.
Low-light video performance of the primary camera is also not bad, but there needs to be plenty of lighting for the video to have good details. The ultrawide camera records slightly softer and less detailed video, which dips in low-light scenarios.
Infinix Zero Flip Battery: It's large
Capacity - 4,720mAh
Charging speed - 70W
Charger - 70W included in box
The Infinix Zero Flip comes with a battery that's much larger than that of more expensive phones, such as the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and the Motorola Razr 50. I expected the battery to last much longer than the Razr 50, which, in our review, managed around 25 hours in the HD video loop test. However, the Zero Flip only managed to last about 15h 30m. This is with the refresh rate set to 120Hz and brightness at 50 percent with Airplane mode enabled.
The phone comes with a 70W fast charger in the box
Outside our test, the phone did manage to last a full day of regular usage, with about 20 percent of the battery left at the end. To top up the battery, Infinix provides a 70W charger in the box. In my tests, I was able to charge the phone from 0 to 100 percent in about 55 mins and about 60 percent in 30 mins.
Infinix Zero Flip Verdict
The verdict is simple. You can't buy a better flip phone at this price that offers the same amount of features. The Infinix Zero Flip provides a large, mostly usable cover screen, good cameras, a large battery that easily lasts a day, and decent performance. If you don't mind the trade-offs, the Zero Flip is an affordable flex.
The closest competitor is the Motorola Razr 50 (Review), which is slightly more expensive, has a smaller battery, a less powerful chipset, and similar camera performance. Then there's the newly launched Tecno Phantom V Flip 2, which is cheaper but comes with a bunch of downgrades. I would like to also include the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 (Review), which offers better performance, an IP rating, and better hardware, but at almost twice the price.
Gal Gadot, who welcomed her fourth daughter Ori in March, stunned fans with her long Instagram post revealing she had a "massive" blood clot during eighth month of pregnancy. Gal Gadot revealed she shared her challenges with fans and followers to spread awareness about CVT (develop a blood clot in the brain) which is treatable. The Wonder Woman actor named her daughter Ori (my light) as she believed the newborn would end her struggles with pain and uncertainty.
Gal Gadot shared a picture with her daughter from the hospital bed. In the picture, she can be seen looking at her wistfully while she holds a glass of black coffee in one hand. Gal began her post with these words, "This year has been one of profound challenges and deep reflections, and I've wrestled with how, or even if, to share a personal story. At the end, I decided to let my heart guide me."
"Perhaps this is my way of processing everything, of pulling back the curtain on the fragile reality behind the curated moments we share on social media. Most of all, I hope that by sharing, I can raise awareness and support others who may face something similar."
Sharing vivid details of her excruciating pain and ordeal, Gal wrote, "In February, during my eighth month of pregnancy, I was diagnosed with a massive blood clot in my brain. For weeks, I had endured excruciating headaches that confined me to bed, until I finally underwent an MRI that revealed the terrifying truth."
"In one moment, my family and I were faced with how fragile life can be. It was a stark reminder of how quickly everything can change, and in the midst of a difficult year, all I wanted was to hold on and live."
Gal continued, "We rushed to the hospital, and within hours, I underwent emergency surgery. My daughter, Ori, was born during that moment of uncertainty and fear. Her name, meaning "my light," wasn't chosen by chance.
Before the surgery, I told Jaron that when our daughter arrived, she would be the light waiting for me at the end of this tunnel. Thanks to an extraordinary team of doctors at @cedarssinai and weeks of dedicated care, I made it through and began the road to recovery. Today, I am fully healed and filled with gratitude for the life I've been given back."
Gal added, "The journey has taught me so much. First, it's vital to listen to our bodies and trust what it's telling us. Pain, discomfort, or even subtle changes often carry deeper meaning, and being attuned to your body can be life saving."
"Second, awareness matters. I had no idea that 3 in 100,000 pregnant women in the 30s+ age group are diagnosed with CVT(develop a blood clot in the brain)."
"It's so important to identify early because it's treatable. While rare, it's a possibility, and knowing it exists is the first step to addressing it. Sharing this is not meant to frighten anyone but to empower. If even one person feels compelled to take action for their health because of this story, it will have been worth sharing", Gal signed off.
When Gal announced her baby's arrival in March, she mentioned in her post that she had a "tough pregnancy". She wrote in the caption, "My sweet girl, welcome. The pregnancy was not easy and we made it through. You have brought so much light into our lives, living up to your name, Ori, which means 'my light' in Hebrew. Our hearts are full of gratitude."
Gal Gadot, who has been married to Jaron Varsano since 2008, welcomed daughters Alma in 2011, Maya in 2017, and Daniella in 2021. On the work front, she was last seen as Rachel Stone in Netflix's spy action thriller Heart of Stone (2023).
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Manoj Bajpayee has shared an update on The Family Man 3. The actor has wrapped up the shoot for the third season of the Prime Video series. Oh boy, we cannot wait for it to arrive on the OTT platform now.
On Saturday (December 28), Manoj Bajpayee announced the happy news on his Instagram Stories. A picture of the clapperboard featured in the post. The words, “It's a wrap” can be seen scribbled on it. Manoj Bajpayee celebrated the occasion by relishing a nutty-flavoured chocolate cake. “2024 shoot wrap” is written with white icing on two chocolate bars kept atop the dessert. The side note read, “Shooting wrapped. For The Family Man 3. Aur thoda intezaar (Just a little more wait.”
Check out the story here:
Back in September, Manoj Bajpayee flew to Nagaland for the filming of The Family Man 3. Alongside the crew members, he was accompanied by his co-stars Shreya Dhanwanthary, Sharib Hashmi and Dalip Tahil. Shreya treated fans to a goofy picture on her Instagram Stories. Sharing the frame were Manoj Bajpayee and Sharib flashing joyous smiles. “With our number 1 man,” Shreya captioned the post.
Previously, Manoj Bajpayee revealed that he was having fun shooting for The Family Man's upcoming installment. In an interaction with Pinkvilla he said, “Mujhe bahut mazaa aa raha hai. Abhi shooting chal rahi hai. Ek schedule khatam kiya hai humne. Raat ko dedh baje jaa ke soya hu main aur phir aapke iske liye aana tha. Main Family Man ki hi shooting kar raha tha" (I am enjoying a lot. The shooting is going on. We have wrapped up a schedule. I slept at 1:30 AM and then I had to come for the masterclass)."
The Family Man, created by the filmmaker duo Raj and DK, follows the story of Srikant Tiwari (Manoj Bajpayee). Srikant is a middle-class man leading a double life as an intelligence officer for the Threat Analysis and Surveillance Cell (TASC). The spy-action series also features Priyamani, Neeraj Madhav, Sharad Kelkar and Sunny Hinduja in crucial roles.
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The massive scale on which the magnum opus Kalki 2898 AD was made set the tone for many things, including a sequel. As the movie ended on a cliffhanger, fans have been waiting to see what happens next. But there might be sad news.
Reports suggest that Deepika Padukone, the female lead in the movie, is in no hurry to start working and that her only priority right now is her daughter Dua.
The reports surfaced from the recent meet-and-greet event that new parents Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh held in Mumbai to introduce paparazzi to their daughter Dua.
At the event, a media professional asked the actress about the progress of Kalki 2, to which Deepika replied that her right now Dua is her top priority and that she is not in a rush to start working anytime soon.
She also mentioned that she doesn't want to leave her daughter alone while she goes off to work. "I will raise my daughter myself, just the way my mom raised me," Deepika added.
This led to speculations that the shoot for Kalki 2, which was supposed to begin in the summer of 2025, is going to get delayed.
Coming to the movie, Kalki 2898 AD released on June 27 this year. Apart from Deepika,the film also features Prabhas, Kamal Haasan and Amitabh Bachchan in pivotal roles. With an overwhelming response, the film earned over Rs 1000 crore at the box office worldwide.
Previously, director Nag Ashwin said about Deepika in the film, "She is the most important part of the story. We had a lot of discussions on it when we were writing as well. I think the simplest answer that we arrived at was whose character do you remove and the story does not exist? And that became Deepika's character. Because if you remove her character, there is no story. There is no Kalki."
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The much-awaited teaser of Salman Khan's upcoming film Sikandar dropped on Saturday. High-octane action, Salman's trademark style, Salman's larger-than-life persona in fighting the bad guys - the teaser has it all!
The teaser was initially scheduled to drop on December 27 on the occasion of Salman's 59th birthday, but it had to be postponed due to former Prime Minister of India Manmohan Singh's death.
The makers then announced that it will be dropped on Saturday at 4:07 PM, which led fans to wait in excitement and anticipation.
Watch the teaser here:
What do fans have to say to this? Let's check out!
Whattaaa beats mannnn?????? and what a teaser to give us an glimpse of what is coming this EID.
The mass bonaza will explode soon and the OG will be back to take what belongs to him.@ARMurugadoss sir make a blast this EID.#SikandarTeaser#SalmanKhan?pic.twitter.com/CK8j6z6MGZ
Salman Khan with a good director is a completely different beast altogether. What screen presence man. If the story clicks, Sikandar is going to run through all the box-office records on its way. #SikandarTeaserpic.twitter.com/gB7eEfWOOz
Another reason why Sikandar is a special film is that this film marks the professional partnership between Sajid Nadiadwala and Salman Khan for the first time since Kick in 2014. Kick earned Rs 300 crore at the box-office. Fans are anticipating record-breaking numbers this time too!
Directed by AR Murugadoss and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, Sikandar also stars Rashmika Mandanna, Sathyaraj, Prateik Babbar, Kajal Aggarwal and Sharman Joshi, among others. It will release on Eid 2025, marking Salman's Eid comeback after a while.
In 2024, Salman Khan siayed away from the box-office and did nto have any releases. But he made cameo appearances in two movies, Singham 3 and Baby John.
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Salman Khan and singer Mika Singh share a camaraderie that extends beyond just professional collaboration. But did you know that the singer changed his song lyrics on Salman's request? Mika Singh recently appeared for an interview with The Lallantop where he was asked if the rumours that he changed a word in the lyrics of his song was true.
The song in question is Sari Duniya Mere Ispe from the 2011 movie Loot which featured Suniel Shetty, Govinda, and Javed Jaaferi.
Admitting that the rumours were true, Mika said, "Ha ji kiya tha maine change paar par usme woh naraz nahi the loot toh pehle aa gaye, Loot ke baad maine bahut sare gaane gaaye loot tak toh mera koi gana tha hi nahi unke saath." (Yes, I had changed it, but Salman was never upset about it. At the time of Loot, I hadn't sung any songs for him. It was only after that film that I started working on multiple projects with him).
He further added that he did not use the word Katrina in his song intentionally, but he creates songs based on the movie's requirements.
"Uss gaane main character hi aisa tha ki ussme bohot saare words aise gaane ke maine liye, phir maine unke kehne pe maine naam change kar liya (The character in the song needed specific lyrics to fit the narrative. Salman suggested changing the name, and I replaced Katrina with Jacquelina,)" Mika explained.
Since 2011's Loot, the actor and the singer collaborated on a number of songs together. Mika lent his voice for Aaj Ki Party from Bajrangi Bhaijaan, 440 Volt from Sultan, Jumme Ki Raat from Kick, among others.
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Anupam Kher and filmmaker Hansal Mehta engaged in a virtual spat over the 2019 film, The Accidental Prime Minister. After the actor called Hansal a hypocrite, the filmmaker hit back on Friday night "owning his mistake" for being a part of the film. So, what really happened?
It all started when journalist Vir Sanghvi tweeted, "If you want to remember the lies that were told about Manmohan Singh you should rewatch The Accidental Prime Minister. It is not only one of the worst Hindi movies ever made but is an example of how media was used to tarnish the name of a good man."
Hansal, reacting to it, wrote, "+100."
This irked Anupam Kher, who played the protagonist Manmohan Singh, and he responded with his criticism of the filmmaker.
The actor tweeted, "The HYPOCRITE in this thread is NOT @virsanghvi. He has the freedom to not like a film."
Calling out Hansal Mehta, the tweet continued, "But @mehtahansal was the #CreativeDirector of #TheAccidentalPrimeMinister. Who was present at the entire shoot of the film in England! Giving his creative inputs and must have taken the fee also for it. So for him to say 100% to #VirSanghvi's comment is so messed up and full of double standards!"
"Not that I agree with Mr. Sanghvi but we are all capable of doing bad or indifferent work. But we should OWN it. Not like #HansalMehta trying to earn some brownies from certain section of people. Common Hansal!! Grow up! I still have all our videos and pics of the shoot together!" the post concluded strongly condemning the filmmaker's "double standards."
To this, Hansal Mehta called back with, "Of course I own my mistakes Mr Kher. And I can admit that I made a mistake. Can't I sir?"
Focusing on the point that it was just a job for him, which he completed with due commitment, the post further read, "I did my job as professionally as I was allowed to. Can you deny that? But it doesn't mean I have to keep defending the film or that it makes me lose objectivity about my error of judgement."
The post ended with Hansal Mehta calling out the veteran actor for "evaluating" others with the "same yardstick."
"About brownie points and hypocrisy I respectfully submit that you seem to be evaluating people by the same yardstick you evaluate yourself," it concluded.
Check out his tweet here:
Of course I own my mistakes Mr Kher. And I can admit that I made a mistake. Can't I sir? I did my job as professionally as I was allowed to. Can you deny that? But it doesn't mean I have to keep defending the film or that it makes me lose objectivity about my error of judgement.… https://t.co/UIgc4Pdvww
Coming to the film, The Accidental Prime Minister was directed by Vijay Ratnakar Gutte, where Anupam Khet played Dr Manmohan Singh and Hansal Mehta played Naveen Patnaik.
Besides them, the film also starred Akshaye Khanna as Sanjaya Baru, Suzanne Bernert as Sonia Gandhi, Arjun Mathur as Rahul Gandhi, and Aahana Kumra as Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.
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Roblox's Arm Wrestle Simulator has gained significant popularity since its release. In the game, players work to build strength and become powerful enough to compete in arm wrestling challenges. With the help of various Arm Wrestle Simulator codes, players can unlock boosts, improve their stats, and receive exclusive in-game rewards. These codes provide a significant advantage to anyone looking to level up and succeed in this competitive game. Below, you'll find the latest active codes for December 2024 and a guide on how to redeem them and play the game!
All Arm Wrestle Simulator Codes
Check out the full list of active Arm Wrestle simulator codes available for this month:
rocket - 5% Stat Boost and 2 hours of 2x Wins
shiny - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours
noob - 1 Spin
cavefortune - 3x Stat Boost for 8 Hours + 25 Miner's Crystals
merryxmas - 5% Stat Boost, all potions x10, and 1,500 Candy Coins
enchant - 3 Rebirths
Hacker - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours
500MILLION - 5 hours of 2x Wins
sharkattack - 3x Stat Boost for 8 Hours
billion - 3x Stat Boost for 72 Hours
christmas - 3x Stat Boost for 72 Hours
spooky - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours + 3,500 Candy
polar - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours
clans - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours
slimeonallpets - 3x Stat Boost for 2 Hours (SECRET CODE)
soon - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours
vacation - 3x Stat Boost for 5 Hours
ghosthunting - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours + 1 Halloween Card
ITSHULKTIME - +15% on all strengths
jazzclub - 3x Stat Boost for 12 Hours
1million - 10% Stat Boost, 48 hours of 3x Wins, 2 Banana Seeds, and 2 Apple Seeds
Leagues - Win Boost
heavenly - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours
tradeplazasoon - 3x Stat Boost for 4 Hours
wizard - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours + 35 Wizard Gems
wasteland - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours
royalty - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours
atlantis - 3x Stat Boost for 8 Hours
performance - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours
rework - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours
paradise - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours + 1 Gold
candy - 20K Candy
bigupdatesoon - 10% Stat Boost
magicworld - 3x Stat Boost for 6 Hours
SEASON4 - +500 Season Pass XP + HIDDEN SURPRISE
hauntedmanor - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours + 3,500 Candy
LIKES - 5 hours of 2x Wins and 2x Luck
pinksandcastle - 1 Spin
ghosthunting - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours + 1 Halloween Card
flames - 3x Stat Boost for 4 Hours
200m - +5% to Stats
secrect - Sand Egg
soon - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours
axel - 50 Wins
supermembership - 3x Stat Boost for 6 Hours
wednesday - Stat Boost and 2x Wins for 5 hours
LIKES - 5 hours of 2x Wins and 2x Luck
hatching - 3x Stat Boost for 24 Hours
fixd - +5% to Stats
billion - 3x Stat Boost for 72 hours
Expired Arm Wrestle Simulator Codes
jazzclub - 50 Wins
Knighty - 1 Spin
onthehunt - 3x Stat Boost for 4 Hours
quality - 3x Stat Boost for 2 Hours
doubletrouble - 3x Stat Boost for 9 Hours
eastereventstays - 3x Stat Boost for 12 Hours
itschocotime - 3x Stat Boost for 4 Hours
casting - 3x Stat Boost for 6 Hours
nextweek - 3x Stat Boost for 8 Hours
doitagain - +50% Candy Boost
flames - +50% Candy Boost
merryxmas - +50% Candy Boost
XMASUPDATESOON - +50% Candy Boost
CANDY - 25 Cauldron Eggs
FORGIVEUS - 25 Cauldron Eggs
SCARY - +50% Candy Boost
Greek - +50% Candy Boost
SORRYAGAIN - +50% Candy Boost
BOOST - Gets you a general boost
release - Gets you a boost
noobs - Gets you 1 Spin
How to Redeem Arm Wrestle Simulator Codes
Redeeming codes in the Arm Wrestle Simulator is straightforward, even for newcomers. To redeem codes, follow these simple steps:
First, open Roblox and start the Arm Wrestle Simulator game.
On the game's main screen, look for the "Store" icon, usually on the screen's left side above the "Pets" button.
In the "Store" section, you'll find a button labelled “Codes.” Click on this to open the code entry screen.
Type one of the active codes from the list provided and click the "Verify" button.
If the code is valid, you'll instantly receive your rewards.
It's important to note that these codes are typically valid for a limited time, so they should be used as soon as possible.
How to Play Arm Wrestle Simulator
In the Arm Wrestle Simulator, players start with minimal strength and work their way up by training. The game revolves around improving stats like hand strength, bicep power, and cardio ability, essential for winning arm wrestling matches.
Here's an overview of how to play:
Train Your Stats: Players can increase their strength by training in different ways, such as lifting weights or completing various in-game tasks.
Compete in Matches: Once you have built enough strength, you can challenge NPCs or other players in arm wrestling contests. Players must click rapidly and strategically on the screen to win these matches.
Collect Pets and Items: Pets play an essential role in the Arm Wrestle Simulator. They offer boosts and additional stat enhancements. Players can acquire pets by completing tasks or redeeming codes.
Unlock New Arenas: As you progress, you'll unlock new areas to compete against tougher opponents and earn more rewards.
The game's core mechanics are simple yet engaging, offering a compelling mix of training, competition, and progression that keeps players invested.
Best Arm Wrestle Simulator Alternatives
While the Arm Wrestle Simulator offers an entertaining experience, several other Roblox games feature similar gameplay mechanics, such as training and competing to become the strongest. Here are some alternatives to consider:
Super Power Training Simulator: This game allows players to train different superpowers, from strength to agility, and compete against others in battles.
Weight Lifting Simulator: Similar to the Arm Wrestle Simulator, this game focuses on strength-building and competitive weightlifting.
Anime Fighting Simulator: Players train their characters and engage in anime-style combat, offering a unique twist on the training simulator genre.
Pet Simulator X: While not directly related to arm wrestling, Pet Simulator X features a pet collection and a variety of competitive elements.
Each game provides a fun alternative for those seeking gameplay similar to that of the Arm Wrestle Simulator. Whether you're looking for more training-focused games or combat-based simulators, there's a wide selection of options to explore.
FAQs
Is Arm Wrestle Simulator free to play?
Yes, Arm Wrestle Simulator is free to play on Roblox. Players can access all of the game's basic features without spending money, although in-game purchases are available.
What are Arm Wrestle Simulator codes?
Arm Wrestle Simulator codes are special promotional codes that offer players in-game rewards. These rewards may include boosts for stats, candy, pet-related items, and more. They are usually released during updates, events, or milestones.
How often are new Arm Wrestle Simulator codes released?
New codes are typically released during special updates or events. The frequency of new codes can vary, but players can often find new codes added to the game every few weeks.
Do Arm Wrestle Simulator codes expire?
Yes, most Arm Wrestle Simulator codes have expiration dates. Once a code expires, it can no longer be used, so players are encouraged to redeem them as soon as they are available.
Can I use the same Arm Wrestle Simulator code multiple times?
No, each code can only be used once per player. Once a code has been redeemed, it cannot be entered again on the same account.
Salman Khan is celebrating his 59th birthday today. Like every year, Salman's sister Arpita hosted a party for her bhaijaan and daughter Ayat, who was also born on December 27. Salman Khan was spotted arriving at Arpita's house in his swanky car. He wore a brown jacket.
Salman Khan's family members like Sohail Khan, his son Nirvaan attended the birthday bash. Salman's ex-girlfriend Sangeeta Bijlani, Iulia Vantur, close friends like late Baba Siddique's son Zeeshan Siddique, fitness trainer Yasmin Karachiwala were also spotted arriving at the birthday party.
Arbaaz Khan and his wife Shura, who celebrated their first wedding anniversary just a couple of days ago, joined Salman Khan at the celebrations.
An inside video from the party was shared by composer Sajid Khan on his Instagram. In the video, Salman Khan, Iulia Vantur, Arpita, her husband Aayush Sharma and their daughter Ayat can be spotted. He wrote in the caption, "Happy birthday bade bhai @beingsalmankhan n our little angel Aayat blessings all the way @beingsalmankhan #salmankhan #sajidwajid #music #blessings #birthday love u bhai always. Take a look:
Salman Khan is gearing up for his next big release Sikandar. The teaser was scheduled to release today. But it was postponed later to pay respects to the late Ex-Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.
Salman Khan will share screen space with Rashmika Mandanna in Sikandar for the first time. Salman Khan was last seen in Tiger 3 with Katrina Kaif and Emraan Hashmi last year. The film was directed by Maneesh Sharma. The actor also had a cameo in Shah Rukh Khan's blockbuster Pathaan.
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As predicted, Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 emerged as the top choice for moviegoers on Christmas, boosting its business to a mighty total. The film managed to earn Rs 128.6 crore at the box office in its third week, taking the total to Rs 1119.2 crore, per Sacnilk.
The Hindi language contributed Rs 723.9 crore to its gigantic numbers. In its third week, the film managed to draw in footfalls over 20% in afternoon and nights shows for the Hindi dubbed version.
Trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared details of its excellent performance on Christmas. He wrote, "PUSHPA 2' IS *NOT* FIRE, BUT WILDFIRE ON CHRISTMAS... Pushpa2 remains an unstoppable force... The AlluArjun starrer continues to dominate and solidify its position at the Box office.
Pushpa2 remains the top choice for moviegoers, even with a reduction in shows to accommodate the new release, BabyJohn.
The Christmas holiday certainly boosted Pushpa2's numbers, but what truly stands out is its phenomenal performance even in Week 3... The film will cross the Rs 100 crore in *Week 3*, setting a new benchmark. Take a look:
Pushpa 2 opened to mixed reviews from critics but opened to stellar numbers.
In his review for NDTV, film critic Saibal Chatterjee wrote, "The self-same rampage is repeated in the climax. Pushpa once again dons the guise of Kali. After the hurly-burly is done and a wedding is underway to indicate an end to hostilities, Pushpa 2 points to a Pushpa 3. The final chapter of the trilogy will be titled Pushpa: The Rampage. As if there hasn't been enough already."
Pushpa 2 - is written and directed by Sukumar. It is produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y. Ravi Shankar of Mythri Movie Makers in association with Sukumar Writings.
The film stars Allu Arjun, Fahadh Faasil, Rashmika Mandanna, Dhanunjay, Rao Ramesh, Sunil, Anasuya Bharadwaj and Ajay Ghosh.
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