Mumbai, July 28 (Ians) Over the last nine seasons of Pro Kabaddi League, many players have gone on to become role models and Anup Kumar is one such name, who has become a household name.
As the Pkl is on the cusp of completing its landmark tenth season this year, the Mvp award winner in the inaugural season — Anup — expressed that the league has given the kabaddi players an identity.
“Many people have money, but it’s not only about money. A player’s identity is made through his performance and nature. And Pkl has given us an identity. Today, we are recognized when we walk in public places. Being recognized by people has been the biggest change in my life,” said Kumar.
Anup, who scored 527 raid points in 91 matches, also spoke about the pressure the players felt ahead of the inaugural season in 2014.
“We were under pressure to perform well...
As the Pkl is on the cusp of completing its landmark tenth season this year, the Mvp award winner in the inaugural season — Anup — expressed that the league has given the kabaddi players an identity.
“Many people have money, but it’s not only about money. A player’s identity is made through his performance and nature. And Pkl has given us an identity. Today, we are recognized when we walk in public places. Being recognized by people has been the biggest change in my life,” said Kumar.
Anup, who scored 527 raid points in 91 matches, also spoke about the pressure the players felt ahead of the inaugural season in 2014.
“We were under pressure to perform well...
- 7/28/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Chennai, March 24 (Ians) Tamil movie star Ajith Kumar’s father, P.S. Mani passed away on Friday morning. He was 85.
According to a statement issued by his sons, including Ajith Kumar, P.S. Mani departed in his sleep following a long illness. The news was shared on social media by Ajith Kumar’s manager.
P.S. Mani leaves behind his wife Mohini and three sons, Anup Kumar, Ajith Kumar and Anil Kumar.
Stating that the last rites will be a family affair, his sons requested their well-wishers to respect their wishes ‘to grieve privately and deal with their father’s death with as much equanimity and dignity as possible.”
Taking to social media, actor Sarath Kumar expressed his condolences to Ajith’s family.
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According to a statement issued by his sons, including Ajith Kumar, P.S. Mani departed in his sleep following a long illness. The news was shared on social media by Ajith Kumar’s manager.
P.S. Mani leaves behind his wife Mohini and three sons, Anup Kumar, Ajith Kumar and Anil Kumar.
Stating that the last rites will be a family affair, his sons requested their well-wishers to respect their wishes ‘to grieve privately and deal with their father’s death with as much equanimity and dignity as possible.”
Taking to social media, actor Sarath Kumar expressed his condolences to Ajith’s family.
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- 3/24/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
DeathPS Mani was from Palakkad in Kerala and is survived by his wife Mohini, and his three children – Ajith Kumar, Anup Kumar, and Anil Kumar.Kollywood actor Ajith Kumar’s father Ps Mani passed away in Chennai in the early hours of Friday, March 24. He was 85 years old and died due to poor health. Ps Mani was from Palakkad in Kerala and is survived by his wife Mohini, and his three children – Ajith Kumar, Anup Kumar, and Anil Kumar. According to the Times of India, the actor is on a holiday with his wife Shalini and children in Europe and is expected to return to Chennai soon. A joint statement regarding their father’s death was issued by the three brothers and was shared on Twitter by Ajith Kumar’s manager Suresh Chandra. The statement said that they were grateful for the care and support that was provided to Ps...
- 3/24/2023
- by AkchayaaR
- The News Minute
Chennai, March 9 (Ians) Bengaluru rider Abhishek Vasudevamurthy, winner of the Tvs One-Make Championship 2020 (RR310 category), has been stripped of his title in addition to the penalties imposed by Race Direction for his "unsportsman-like act" in the season-finale race last December.
The penalty is in accordance with the ruling by a three-member Indian Motor Sport Appellate Court (Imsac) panel comprising Senior Advocates Silambannan (Chairman) and PR Raman (Member), and J Balamurugan, Chairman, Fmsci Disciplinary Committee (Member), after a hearing, attended among others, by Abhishek via Zoom Video Conferencing, on February 13.
In its ruling, Imsac said: "Mr Abhishek Vasudevamurthy, competitor No.12 in the Fmsci Tvs One-Make Championship 2020, be divested of his 2020 Championship title in the said Championship. The other penalties awarded by the Race Direction shall remain in force."
The Imsac hearing and subsequent ruling was a consequence of an incident in the eighth and final race of the Tvs One Make...
The penalty is in accordance with the ruling by a three-member Indian Motor Sport Appellate Court (Imsac) panel comprising Senior Advocates Silambannan (Chairman) and PR Raman (Member), and J Balamurugan, Chairman, Fmsci Disciplinary Committee (Member), after a hearing, attended among others, by Abhishek via Zoom Video Conferencing, on February 13.
In its ruling, Imsac said: "Mr Abhishek Vasudevamurthy, competitor No.12 in the Fmsci Tvs One-Make Championship 2020, be divested of his 2020 Championship title in the said Championship. The other penalties awarded by the Race Direction shall remain in force."
The Imsac hearing and subsequent ruling was a consequence of an incident in the eighth and final race of the Tvs One Make...
- 3/9/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Chennai, Dec 13 (Ians) Bengaluru's Anish Shetty (Race Concepts) swept to a hat-trick of wins in the premier Pro-Stock 301-400cc class in the first round of the Mrf Mmsc Fmsci Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship 2020 which concluded at the Madras Motor Race Track (Mmrt) on Sunday.
Shetty topped both the races on Sunday, adding to his win on Saturday.
Earlier, multiple National champion Jagan Kumar (Tvs Racing) and Mathana Kumar (Eneos Honda Erula Racing) chalked up thrilling victories in the two Pro-Stock 165cc class races run today. The category saw four different winners in as many races this weekend, with Rajiv Sethu (Eneos Honda Erula Racing) and Ky Ahamed (Tvs Racing) winning a race apiece yesterday.
Meanwhile, Bengaluru's 22-year old Ullas Santrupt completed a double in the Novice (Stock 165cc) category, having won the first and fourth races.
Shetty, a physical trainer, was unstoppable on the day. In the morning,...
Shetty topped both the races on Sunday, adding to his win on Saturday.
Earlier, multiple National champion Jagan Kumar (Tvs Racing) and Mathana Kumar (Eneos Honda Erula Racing) chalked up thrilling victories in the two Pro-Stock 165cc class races run today. The category saw four different winners in as many races this weekend, with Rajiv Sethu (Eneos Honda Erula Racing) and Ky Ahamed (Tvs Racing) winning a race apiece yesterday.
Meanwhile, Bengaluru's 22-year old Ullas Santrupt completed a double in the Novice (Stock 165cc) category, having won the first and fourth races.
Shetty, a physical trainer, was unstoppable on the day. In the morning,...
- 12/13/2020
- by IANS
- GlamSham
Sd Burman gave one of the whackiest soundtracks for this 1958 film with an element of playfulness even in the romantic songs like Ek Ladki Bheegi Bhaagi Si and Hum The Woh Thi. Directed by Satyen Bose, the film starred brothers Ashok Kumar, Kishore Kumar, Anup Kumar and Madhubala...
- 9/19/2017
- Film Companion
After producing blockbuster movies such as Rang De Basanti, Delhi Belly and Barfi, producer Ronnie Screwvala is conceiving a movie based on the sport of Kabaddi. Inspired by his own team U Mumba- defending champions of Star Sports Pro Kabaddi, Ronnie Screwvala is aiming to popularize the sport by narrating the inspirational tales and lives of the Kabaddi players for silver screen.
The veteran producer's team consists of some of the most notable names in international Kabaddi including Arjuna Awardees- Anup Kumar and Rakesh Kumar, Vishal Mane, Shabeer Bapu, Rishank Devadiga and Mohit Chhillar. Each of them are backed by stories of hard work, perseverance and the spirit of never giving up. Their inspiring personal stories along with the essence of the sport is the main reason to plan a feature film.
Speaking on the thought behind the movie Ronnie Screwvala said, "Kabaddi as a sport has always brought a...
The veteran producer's team consists of some of the most notable names in international Kabaddi including Arjuna Awardees- Anup Kumar and Rakesh Kumar, Vishal Mane, Shabeer Bapu, Rishank Devadiga and Mohit Chhillar. Each of them are backed by stories of hard work, perseverance and the spirit of never giving up. Their inspiring personal stories along with the essence of the sport is the main reason to plan a feature film.
Speaking on the thought behind the movie Ronnie Screwvala said, "Kabaddi as a sport has always brought a...
- 2/16/2016
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Kriti Sanon who is just one film old, has already become the choices for many filmmakers and bagged many big projects. The actress recently seen launching the new jewellery website velvetcase.com in Mumbai.
Kriti looked gorgeous in a pretty off-shoulder frock by Manika Nanda. The satin fabric gave a regal touch and the stunning diamond neckpiece added more opulence. Tying her hair in a ponytail, she completed the look with a pair of striking silver strap sandals.
Velvetcase is an online marketplace for custom and designer jewellery. It has been said that Velvecase is in partnership with designers who cater to global retailers like Tiffany, Tanishq, Zales and Harry Winston etc. Kapil Hetamsaria and Runit Shah, founders of Velvetcase.com, Anupam Mittal, founder of People Group, Ishu Datwani, founder of Anmol Jewellers, Vijay Jain, CEO of Orra, Gautam Ghanasingh of Ghanasingh Be True and Kabaddi player Anup Kumar were...
Kriti looked gorgeous in a pretty off-shoulder frock by Manika Nanda. The satin fabric gave a regal touch and the stunning diamond neckpiece added more opulence. Tying her hair in a ponytail, she completed the look with a pair of striking silver strap sandals.
Velvetcase is an online marketplace for custom and designer jewellery. It has been said that Velvecase is in partnership with designers who cater to global retailers like Tiffany, Tanishq, Zales and Harry Winston etc. Kapil Hetamsaria and Runit Shah, founders of Velvetcase.com, Anupam Mittal, founder of People Group, Ishu Datwani, founder of Anmol Jewellers, Vijay Jain, CEO of Orra, Gautam Ghanasingh of Ghanasingh Be True and Kabaddi player Anup Kumar were...
- 7/31/2015
- by BollySpice Editors
- Bollyspice
Irrfan Khan continues to do Indian cinema proud all over the world.
Just when he is covering himself with another round of high encomium for his performance in Anup Singh's Qissa, news comes that Irrfan is all set to do another international project to be directed by the very talented Qissa director Anup Kumar.
In the film, Irrfan Khan will be paired opposite the stunning Iranian beauty Golshifteh Farahani.
Apart from her mesmerizing looks, the rebellious actress is known for her presence in internationally celebrated movies including Dariush Mehrjui's Santouri (The Santoor Player), Bahman Ghobadi's Half Moon (winner of the Golden Shell at the 2006 San Sebastian Film Festival), and the late Rasool Mollagholipoor's M for Mother (Iran's nominee for the 2008 Academy Awards in the Best Foreign Language Film category)
After posing nude for a French magazine Farahani was apparently banned from entering her home-land Iran.
Her coming...
Just when he is covering himself with another round of high encomium for his performance in Anup Singh's Qissa, news comes that Irrfan is all set to do another international project to be directed by the very talented Qissa director Anup Kumar.
In the film, Irrfan Khan will be paired opposite the stunning Iranian beauty Golshifteh Farahani.
Apart from her mesmerizing looks, the rebellious actress is known for her presence in internationally celebrated movies including Dariush Mehrjui's Santouri (The Santoor Player), Bahman Ghobadi's Half Moon (winner of the Golden Shell at the 2006 San Sebastian Film Festival), and the late Rasool Mollagholipoor's M for Mother (Iran's nominee for the 2008 Academy Awards in the Best Foreign Language Film category)
After posing nude for a French magazine Farahani was apparently banned from entering her home-land Iran.
Her coming...
- 2/20/2015
- by Subhash K. Jha
- BollywoodHungama
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