When the Internet Goes Dark, the Truth Goes With It Palestinian journalist Plestia Alaqad on bearing witness, the fragile power of social media, and why documenting lived reality matters more than ever. #social_media #Plestia_Alaqad #Palestinian_journalist #journalist_Plestia #bearing_witness #fragile_power #documenting_lived
Vijay's son Jason Sanjay 'unfollows' him after divorce demand from his mother amid cheating accusations Tamil superstar Vijay’s 26-year old son Jason Sanjay has “unfollowed” his father on social media after his mother Sangeetha Sornalingam demanded a divorce from Vijay. An actor colleague of Vijay shared details of the public spat between the couple. “Sangeetha has tolerated a lot. He (Vijay) has been in this relationship with an actress openly. The entire Tamil industry knows about it. Sangeetha got the courage to take the plunge (into divorce) from her son who is standing by his mother as a rock solid support system. ”Sangeetha has accused her husband of having an extra-marital relationship with an actress and of subjecting her to “persistent mental cruelty, neglect and desertion”. In her plea filed under the Special Marriage Act, 1954 seeking divorce Sangeetha declares her marriage has broken down irretrievably. Sangeetha has filed the petition at a jurisdictional family court in Chengalpattu District near Chennai. The petition is likely to come up for hearing on April 10. Significantly, talks of Vijay’s marriage going kaput have been circulating in Chennai for a long time now. Also Read: Thalapathy Vijay’s son Jason Sanjay debuts as director with Sundeep Kishan-led film... #social_media #Vijay #Sornalingam_demanded #Sangeetha_Sornalingam #Jason_Sanjay #amid_cheating #cheating_accusations #son_Jason #Sangeetha #superstar_Vijay
Sunny Deol starrer GABRU teaser coming soon; actor shares update on social media Superstar Sunny Deol on Thursday shared a fresh update on his upcoming film GABRU, confirming that the teaser of the action-drama is on its way. Not too long ago, we at Bollywood Hungama had revealed that the film’s release might be delayed further. As of now, however, fans eagerly waiting for the film’s release will get a sneak peek into it soon. Sunny Deol took to Instagram to post a picture from the film’s set, featuring producer Vishal Rana of Echelon Productions, and director Shashank Udapurkar. With the post, Deol officially signalled that the first glimpse of the film will be unveiled soon by captioning it simply, “#Gabru Teaser coming soon” and even added a hug emoji. GABRU, backed by Echelon Productions, is described as an action-drama that places Deol in a powerful and emotionally layered role. While the makers have yet to announce the teaser launch date, the actor’s update has heightened curiosity among fans, especially following his recent box office successes. However, there has been a development regarding the film’s theatrical release. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Gabru was scheduled to release in cinemas on March 13. But now, the makers have decided to push the release. The makers are considering a few options and are expected to lock a date soon. Once done, they’ll make an official announcement. ”While the makers have not cited an official reason for the postponement... #social_media #Bollywood_Hungama #film #Sunny_Deol #Deol #media_Superstar #Thursday_shared #Superstar_Sunny #Echelon_Productions #Deol_starrer
Everyone Speaks Incel Now After migrating from misogynist forums to social media feeds, terms like “looksmaxxing” and “mogged” are now impossible to avoid. #social_media #Speaks_Incel #media_feeds #misogynist_forums #looksmaxxing #mogged
EXCLUSIVE: CBFC asks for 15 cuts and modifications in The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond; reduces kiss and rape visuals by 50% The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond is all set to release this Friday, February 27, and it has managed to create considerable noise on social media because of its shocking and controversial content. Usually, such films often contain disturbing content and, as a result, are meant for only adult-viewing. Hence, it was a surprise for the trade and industry that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) passed the film with a U/A 16+ certificate. However, the CBFC asked for 16 cuts or modifications in the film. To begin with, the visuals of kissing were reduced by 50%. In short, the lip-lock scene was shortened by 7 seconds. Similarly, the rape scene visuals were also reduced by 50%, that is, by 20 seconds. Two scenes - one of a woman being slapped and the other of a woman's head being hit - were both reduced by 2 seconds. The visuals of the house of the accused being demolished with a bulldozer were asked to be modified. Three dialogues, at three different places, were modified while a word was asked to be muted. However, no details of these are available in the cut list. The makers were instructed to add a disclaimer that the film is based on true events. The duration of the static text, presumably a disclaimer, was asked to be increased by 2 minute and 3 seconds, along with voice over. The makers were asked to submit the script, as per script d... #February #social_media #Kerala #EXCLUSIVE #Kerala_Story #Story #reduces_kiss #create_considerable #considerable_noise #controversial_content
Chelsea, Burnley condemn racist abuse of Fofana, MejbriWesley Fofana, who was sent off in the 72nd minute of Chelsea’s 1-1 draw against Burnley, shared screenshots of messages he received on social media after the match. Wesley Fofana, who was sent off in the 72nd minute of Chelsea’s 1-1 draw against Burnley, shared screenshots of messages he received on social media after the match. #Chelsea #social_media #Burnley #MejbriWesley_Fofana #shared_screenshots #Burnley_condemn #condemn_racist #racist_abuse #Fofana #Wesley_Fofana
Benfica investigates video of fans’ alleged monkey gestures towards Vinicius JuniorIn a video shared on social media, including by former England international Rio Ferdinand, two fans wearing Benfica’s red jerseys can be seen waving their arms in a way that is typically associated with imitating a monkey. In a video shared on social media, including by former England international Rio Ferdinand, two fans wearing Benfica’s red jerseys can be seen waving their arms in a way that is typically associated with imitating a monkey. #social_media #video_shared #Rio_Ferdinand #England_international #international_Rio #Vinicius_JuniorIn #wearing_Benfica #fans_wearing #red_jerseys #Benfica_investigates
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan slams The Kerala Story 2: "We must stand united against these attempts to paint our land of harmony as a hub of terror" The controversial trailer of The Kerala Files 2: Goes Beyond has caught Kerala’s Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s eyeIn a social media post, the Kerala CM said, “The reports regarding the release of a sequel to the hate-mongering film The Kerala Story should be seen with utmost gravity. Having already seen through the communal agenda and blatant lies of the first part, Kerala will once again reject this attempt to demonise our secular fabric with contempt. ”The statement added, “It is shocking how fabricated narratives aimed at inciting communal discord receive a free pass, while critical expressions of art get gagged. We must stand united against these attempts to paint our land of harmony as a hub of terror. The truth shall always prevail. ” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pinarayi Vijayan (@pinarayivijayan) In 2023, Vipul Amrutlal Shah created a stir with The Kerala Story based on Islamic radicalization in Kerala. The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond, which opens on February 27, is expected to again stir up controversy. Directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh, the film tells the story of three Hindu girls, played by Ulka Gupta, Aishwarya Ojha, and Aditi Bhatia, who fall in love with three Muslim boys, who gradually reveal a calculated agenda of religious conversion. A very prominent Malayali filmmaker (know... #Chief_Minister #social_media #Kerala #Pinarayi_Vijayan #Kerala_Story #Minister_Pinarayi #Kerala_Files #caught_Kerala #utmost_gravity #controversial_trailer
Meta could make social media posting immortal — and we should all cancel our Facebook accounts right now Meta submitted a patent for using AI to recreate the posting activities of the deceased, and I have concerns. #social_media #Facebook_accounts #posting_immortal #Meta_submitted #make_social #media_posting #posting_activities
Rajpal Yadav reacts after bail in Rs. 9 crores cheque bounce case: “Your support has been great on social media” Rajpal Yadav spoke to ANI after being granted bail in the Rs 9 crores cheque bounce case linked to his 2010 production venture. Addressing the media, the actor chose not to delve into legal specifics, directing such queries to his counsel while reflecting on his three-decade journey in the film industry. “If you want to get any legal information, you can ask our lawyer, Bhaskar Upadhyay. In general, I would like to say that it has been 30 years that I have been in Mumbai, Bollywood. I have been with the children of the whole world, that is why I was able to make 250 films. This story started in 2012-13. In 2026, I have made 250 films. India's every citizen - from children to the youth to the senior citizens everyone has space in my heart, everyone has stood by me and also the whole country. The truth that I had, what was my intention, all those things, whatever the High Court has ordered in the last 10 years, I have been present. I will be present wherever it will be ordered in the future. And I will not be able to tell you the legal words. You can ask Bhaskar. Your support has been great on social media. No, everyone's support. The people who are not on social media, they are also my supporters. Because I know that all the people who are loving me through social media, from childhood to the age of 55. I think there are 150 million people. So, our b... #social_media #Yadav #media #Rajpal_Yadav #Rajpal #cheque_bounce #bounce_case #Yadav_reacts #crores_cheque #Yadav_spoke
'Fact, fiction and WhatsApp forwards': Karti Chidambaram on his 'cameo' in Dhurandhar Congress MP Karti Chidambaram has dismissed social media claims linking him and his father, former Union minister P Chidambaram, to a scene in the film Dhurandhar. He stated the allegations are a mix of fact, fiction, and WhatsApp forwards, questioning the lack of official records if such an event had occurred. #Chidambaram #social_media #Union_minister #claims_linking #film_Dhurandhar #Karti_Chidambaram #Dhurandhar_Congress #WhatsApp_forwards #dismissed_social #media_claims
Tennis hides a culture that is racist, misogynistic and homophobic: Australian Aiava in retirement postIn an expletive-laden statement on social media, Aiava described tennis as her “toxic boyfriend” and said she was looking forward to a fresh start. In an expletive-laden statement on social media, Aiava described tennis as her “toxic boyfriend” and said she was looking forward to a fresh start. #Australian #social_media #media #Australian_Aiava #toxic_boyfriend #fresh_start #expletive-laden_statement #retirement_postIn #Aiava #Tennis_hides
Vicky Kaushal celebrates one year of Chhaava, thanks fans for their “very special” love Marking one year of Chhaava, actor Vicky Kaushal took to social media on February 14, 2026, to express heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming love the film has received. Sharing throwback stills from the film along with behind-the-scenes moments featuring director Laxman Utekar, the actor reflected on the journey with a note of reverence. “I bow my head in gratitude to the great Maratha legacy and to all of you for celebrating it with us. Your love has truly been very special!,” he wrote. The post quickly drew reactions from fans and members of the film fraternity. Actor Nimrat Kaur dropped clapping hand emojis in the comments section, while fans revisited their experience of watching the historical drama. “Re-watched it last week on Netflix. Still gives the same goosebumps,” one user commented. Another wrote, “Such well-deserved praise and love!” A third shared a more critical take, commenting on the film’s background score but noting the sensitivity around expressing such opinions. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vicky Kaushal (@vickykaushal09) Directed by Laxman Utekar, Chhaava was lauded for its scale, performances and emotional storytelling, even as it sparked discussions in certain quarters. A few weeks ago, music composer A. R. Rahman, in a conversation with BBC Asian Network, described the film as “divisive,” stating that it “cashed in on divis... #February #year #social_media #Vicky_Kaushal #film #love_Marking #express_heartfelt #Laxman_Utekar #Kaushal_celebrates #heartfelt_gratitude
'There's no reason for Discord to comply in advance' with social media age verification laws instead of 'fighting for their users' says EFF expert Discord's plan to require face scans or ID verification is capitulation to overbearing legislation that's still far from universal. #social_media #EFF_expert #expert_Discord #Discord_plan #media_age #require_face #face_scans
'This case is about two of the richest corporations who have engineered addiction in children’s brains' — lawsuit against Meta and YouTube could decide the fate of social media As one lawyer labels social media platforms “digital casinos” that create dopamine addiction in children, Meta and YouTube dispute the claim. #social_media #media_platforms #digital_casinos #richest_corporations #lawyer_labels #create_dopamine #engineered_addiction #labels_social #dopamine_addiction #YouTube_dispute
Crypto scammer who reportedly stole at least $73 million through social media, calls, and dating services sentenced to a 'statutory maximum of 20 years in prison' “While technology has made it possible for people to quickly communicate with others who live oceans away, it also has made it easier for criminals to prey on innocent victims.” #social_media #made #Crypto_scammer #statutory_maximum #innocent_victims #reportedly_stole #dating_services #services_sentenced #quickly_communicate #live_oceans
'I am completely depressed': Tej Pratap Yadav rejects 'blessed with child' claim Tej Pratap Yadav has denied social media rumors of fathering a child, Anushka Yadav. He accused RJD leaders Sanjay Yadav, Sunil Singh, former MLAs Shakti Singh Yadav and Mukesh Raushan, and Tejashwi Yadav's friend Rameez of hatching a conspiracy against him. Yadav vowed legal action against those he called 'Jaichands' for defamation. #social_media #Tej_Pratap #Pratap_Yadav #claim_Tej #Anushka_Yadav #completely_depressed #Pratap #denied_social #media_rumors #Yadav_rejects
I said I wouldn't get my son a cellphone. I changed my mind when he turned 11, and I'm glad I did. I've studied the dangers of cellphones, so I thought I'd never get my kid one. On his 11th birthday, I gave in, but I still forbid social media. #social_media #son #cellphone #cellphones #forbid_social #turned #changed
The DIY therapy: When mental health advice comes from artificial intelligence Online symptom checkers and social media are leading many to self-diagnose mental health conditions, often bypassing professional help. This trend, fueled by accessible yet often inaccurate content, risks misdiagnosis, inappropriate self-treatment, and delayed care, especially in regions with limited mental healthcare access. Experts urge caution, emphasizing the complexity of clinical diagnosis. #social_media #artificial_intelligence #DIY_therapy #intelligence_Online #Online_symptom #health_conditions #mental_health #health_advice #symptom_checkers #bypassing_professional
'A violation of fundamental rights' – Civil society calls on Switzerland to abandon data retention proposals Switzerland wants to expand its surveillance law and require VPNs, messaging apps, social media platforms, and other online services to collect data to help identify their users. #social_media #media_platforms #Civil_society #messaging_apps #proposals_Switzerland #fundamental_rights' #require_VPNs
