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Deepika Padukone Expresses Gratitude to PM Modi During Pariksha Pe Charcha Event

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Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone recently expressed her gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for her inclusion in the eighth edition of ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’. This annual initiative allows the PM to engage with students about tackling exam-related anxiety.On Instagram, Deepika shared a sneak peek of her upcoming episode, highlighting the discussion around mental health and its importance for students.

She wrote, “Pariksha Pe Charcha is back for its 8th edition! This time, we’ll also discuss the vital topic of mental health. Thank you, Honourable Prime Minister @narendramodi, for your commitment to this cause. I am excited to launch our episode.”

This year’s program includes a special focus on mental health and well-being, featuring insights from Deepika. #PPC2025
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2025

Reflecting on her own school experiences, the ‘Pathaan’ star admitted to being a bit of a troublemaker. “I was a very naughty kid! I used to jump on sofas, tables, and chairs,” she recalled with a smile. Deepika also discussed her struggles with mathematics and noted PM Modi’s advice to students about expressing their feelings rather than bottling them up. “Always express yourself, whether it’s with friends, family, parents, or teachers,” she stressed.

The complete episode featuring Deepika’s discussion will be available on February 12 at 10 AM.

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During the event, PM Modi offered students valuable advice on coping with exams and academic stress. He encouraged them to see failures as opportunities for growth, stating, “A student’s life doesn’t end with a failed exam. You have to decide if you want to succeed in life or just in academics. Let your failures teach you.”

Emphasizing the importance of technology, he urged students to use it wisely, sharing, “You are fortunate to be born in an age of technology. We need to understand it and use it effectively.”

PM Modi also highlighted that education should extend beyond textbooks. “Students are not robots. We learn for holistic development. One cannot grow while being confined to books,” he encouraged, urging students to pursue activities they are passionate about.

He cautioned against overemphasizing exams, stating that knowledge holds more value than grades. Furthermore, he called on parents and educators to allow children the freedom to explore their interests. “Kids shouldn’t be restricted. They deserve the liberty to follow their passions. Knowledge and exams are two distinct ideas,” he remarked.

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Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra Announce Second Pregnancy

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Mumbai: Bollywood couple Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra have announced that they are expecting their second child. The couple shared the happy news through a joint social media post featuring their baby girl’s hands holding a pair of tiny socks.

“Blessed once again with the greatest gift of all. Our hearts are so full of love and gratitude,” they wrote in the caption.

Kiara and Sidharth tied the knot on February 7, 2023, at Suryagarh Palace in Rajasthan. The couple fell in love while working together on the 2021 film Shershaah.

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Kiara had earlier revealed on Koffee With Karan Season 8 that Sidharth proposed to her during a family trip to Rome. She recalled that he even used dialogues from Shershaah while proposing.

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On the work front, Sidharth was last seen in The Vvaan, while Kiara was last seen in Yash’s Toxic.

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Will ‘Premada Oorali’ Join the List of Kannada Cinema’s Most Profitable Hits?

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Entertainment: Kannada romantic family drama Premada Oorali is continuing its successful run at the box office. Released on September 25, 2026, the film has recorded strong growth during its second week, driven by positive word-of-mouth and steady audience support.

Directed by National Award-winner Manoj Kumar, the film was reportedly made on a modest budget of around Rs.3 crore to Rs.3.5 crore. Despite a slow opening, it has emerged as a major commercial success.

The movie opened with an estimated net collection of Rs.9 lakh to Rs.12 lakh on its first day. Its collections increased steadily after positive audience feedback. The film earned around Rs.7.92 crore net during its first week.

By the end of 11 days, Premada Oorali had collected approximately Rs.15.29 crore to Rs.17.57 crore net in India.

The film witnessed another jump on Day 12. It collected around Rs.3.65 crore net across 834 shows, compared to Rs.3 crore on the previous day. This marks a growth of nearly 21.7 per cent.

With the Day 12 collection, the film’s total India net collection has reached around Rs.21.22 crore, while its India gross collection stands at approximately Rs.24.69 crore.

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The film’s overseas collection is currently not available. Its confirmed worldwide gross collection is also yet to be reported.

With its strong performance against a relatively small production budget, Premada Oorali has emerged as one of the notable sleeper hits of Kannada cinema in 2026.

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Senior Kannada Actress Lalithamma Dies at 65

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Bengaluru: Veteran Kannada supporting actress Lalithamma, who had worked in theatre, films and television for over three decades, passed away on Sunday at the age of 65.

Lalithamma had been suffering from a stroke for the past two and a half months. As she had no one to take care of her, she was receiving shelter and care from the Amma’s Madilu Trust.

Lalithamma had dedicated nearly 35 years to the theatre industry. She performed in hundreds of stage plays and also appeared in several Kannada films and television serials.

She gained recognition among Kannada audiences through her role as ‘Saraayi Sharade’ in Darshan-starrer Suntara Gaali.

She later acted in several popular films, including Jackie, Vajrakaya, Jungli Kitturu and Putra, among others.

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Lalithamma was also part of several television serials, including Rangoli, Mangalya and Mahamayi.

Known for her supporting roles and long-standing contribution to the entertainment industry, Lalithamma’s death has left her colleagues and well-wishers mourning her loss.

 

 

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