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Saroja Devi’s Eyes to Be Donated, Honoring Her Wish to Share the Gift of Sight
Veteran actress B. Saroja Devi, a shining star of Indian cinema’s golden era, passed away peacefully on Monday at her home in Malleswaram, Bengaluru, at the age of 87, due to age-related health issues.Years prior to her death, Saroja Devi expressed her wish to donate her eyes, a commitment she honored even in her passing. Officials from Narayana Nethralaya verified that her corneas were successfully retrieved and are set to restore vision for two recipients soon.
“During a check-up, she personally discussed her intention to donate her eyes with our chairman. She officially registered for eye donation about five years ago,” stated a representative from the Dr. Rajkumar Eye Bank at Narayana Nethralaya.
The representative further commented, “Both corneas are in excellent condition and will be transplanted within the next few days.”
Saroja Devi’s final journey will commence on Tuesday, as her remains are transported from Bengaluru to her native village, Dasavara, in the Channapatna taluk of Ramanagara district. According to Vokkaliga customs, her last rites will be held there. Her son, Gowtham, provided details, confirming, “The body will leave Bengaluru around 11:30 AM for Dasavara.”
With a remarkable legacy in Indian cinema, Saroja Devi starred in over 200 films across Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi for more than seventy years. She made her debut at just 17 in the Kannada classic ‘Mahakavi Kalidasa’ (1955) and entered Telugu cinema with ‘Panduranga Mahatyam’ (1957), quickly becoming a well-known figure in southern film industries.
Her breakout role came in the Tamil hit ‘Nadodi Mannan’ (1958), alongside the legendary M.G. Ramachandran, which catapulted her to fame. Renowned for her grace, expressive eyes, and exceptional dancing abilities, she remains one of Tamil cinema’s most cherished actresses. Saroja Devi also made a significant impact in Bollywood with films like ‘Paigham’ (1959), in which she starred with Dilip Kumar.
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Atlee and Priya Reveal Baby Girl’s Name ‘Miyou’
Film: Popular filmmaker Atlee and his wife Priya Atlee have revealed the name of their second child on Instagram. The couple named their baby girl “Miyou.”
They shared a photo of the baby’s tiny hand and called her “a little person with a big place in our hearts.” They also mentioned their first son, Meer, in the post.
The name “Miyou” has a beautiful meaning. In Japanese, “Mi” means love and “You” means gentleness. Together, the name stands for love and kindness.
The couple announced the birth of their second child on April 20. Earlier this year, they had also shared the pregnancy news with fans through a family photoshoot.
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Atlee and Priya got married in 2014 after dating for several years. Their first son, Meer, was born on January 31, 2023.
Meanwhile, Atlee is busy working on his upcoming film “Raka,” starring Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone.
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Fans’ Favorite Title Likely Finalized for Jr NTR-Prashanth Neel Film
Film: The makers of the upcoming film starring Jr NTR and directed by Prashanth Neel are likely to finalize the title “Dragon” for the movie. Interestingly, this is the same name that fans have been calling the project for a long time.
A major update from the film team is expected on May 20, the birthday of Jr NTR. The makers are planning to release a special glimpse teaser on that day.
A censor application linked to the teaser has reportedly leaked on social media. In the document, the movie’s title was mentioned as “Dragon,” which has now increased speculation about the official title.
The leaked document has created huge excitement among fans. Many fans are happy that the makers may have chosen the same title that fans suggested for the film.
The teaser duration has also grabbed attention. Reports say the teaser will have a runtime of 4 minutes and 35 seconds.
The movie is being made on a huge budget and is expected to be a high-voltage action entertainer. The shooting began nearly a year ago, but reports suggest the project may need another year for completion.
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The film is being produced by Mythri Movie Makers. Reports also claim that the movie is being planned in two parts, with both parts being shot simultaneously by Prashanth Neel.
Kannada actress Rukmini Vasanth is playing the female lead in the film. The movie is expected to release around August next year. The official teaser will be released on May 20.
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Actor Jayam Ravi Breaks Down Over Divorce Dispute
Film : Jayam Ravi has spoken emotionally about his ongoing family dispute and divorce case with his wife Aarti. The actor said he will not act in any films until the divorce process is completed.
Speaking at a press conference in Chennai, Jayam Ravi said he remained silent for a long time because he did not want to speak badly about his wife. However, he claimed that false accusations were now being made against him, and he could no longer stay quiet.
The actor said he was not allowed to meet his two children. He added that he had been paying their school fees for the last eight years and had spent nearly Rs 50 lakh on their education and care. He said people were questioning his love for his children without understanding his side of the story.
Jayam Ravi also claimed that his children were being sent to school with bodyguards, which he said made him uncomfortable. He stated that he had sacrificed many things for his family and had always worked for his wife and children.
The actor revealed that he does not even have a personal bank account and that all his earnings were kept in joint accounts with his wife. He alleged that his wife questioned every expense he made. Jayam Ravi said he married Aarti despite opposition from his parents and now regrets that decision.
During the emotional interaction, the actor broke down in tears and said he had suffered mentally because of the situation. He also claimed that he had harmed himself while dealing with emotional pain.
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Reports suggest that the divorce dispute began after allegations about Jayam Ravi’s friendship with singer Kenisha. It is also reported that Aarti has sought a monthly compensation of Rs 40 lakh. The matter is currently before the court and has not yet been resolved.
Jayam Ravi also expressed anger against people whom he blamed for damaging his personal life and relationships.
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