Multiplex chain PVR Inox has reported a consolidated loss of Rs. 130 crores in the quarter that ended on March 31, as per a report in Economic Times. The same was reported last year to be Rs. 333 crores. Meanwhile, in the October to December quarter, it reported a profit of Rs. 13 crores.

The multiple chain shared its revenue from operations at Rs. 1256 crores, which is 10% more than Rs. 1143 crores it had reported a year ago. As far as the full financial year is concerned, the firm reported a loss of Rs. 32 crores, which is down from Rs. 335 crores in FY23. Its revenue in the same period was reported to be Rs. 6107 crores, which is higher than Rs. 3751 crores a year ago.

The multiplex chain further reported that the Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortisation (EBITDA) for the quarter stood at Rs. 35.20 crores.

PVR also shared that 3.26 crores patrons visited their cinemas in the quarter just gone by. The Average Ticket Price (ATP) stood at Rs. 233 while the food and beverages (F & B) spend per head (SPH) was at Rs. 129.

In the first three months of this year, PVR Inox opened 33 new screens across six properties. The multiplex chain till now operates 360 cinemas with 1748 screens in 112 cities. For the full financial year, meanwhile, the total footfalls in their cinemas were 15.14 crores with Rs. 259 being the average ticket price. In the full year, the average F&B spend stood at Rs. 132. Also, the chain started 25 new properties and 130 new screens in FY24.

The firm also reduced its net debt of Rs. 136.40 crores.

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Indian actor Jackie Shroff has taken legal action against various entities for unlawfully exploiting his name and distinctive characteristics for commercial purposes. Represented by his counsel, Shroff objected to the unauthorized utilization of his persona and public image for the sale of merchandise and other trademark products along with creation of ‘demeaning’ memes and GIFs, which also includes deployment of artificial intelligence (AI). Furthermore, he has also accused them of infringement of his trademark rights which involves the use of the Marathi slang ‘Bhidu’.

In response to Shroff’s plea, Justice Sanjeev Narula of the Delhi High Court has reportedly summoned the concerned entities and has scheduled the matter on Wednesday. Shroff’s legal representative argued has accused these individuals of engaging in misleading practices where consumers are deceived into believing that the products are endorsed by this popular actor, who boasts a prolific career spanning over 200 films. “Jackie Shroff is so well known. People will think it is endorsed by him. He has a certain marketability to his name. It can’t be done without his consent,” the counsel said in a statement, as reported by NDTV India.

It was highlighted to the court that various unauthorized merchandise items, such as mugs, signed posters, and bags, were being sold online, infringing upon Shroff’s rights. Moreover, the lawyer also highlighted the presence of memes and morphed images, which were circulated without consent, requesting the court to take action against the distribution of derogatory and objectionable content. The counsel went on to add, “All are using his name, images and earning huge money. This is all defamatory stuff. There are distasteful dirty words in voice over. There is nothing legitimate about any of this,”.

It is also being reported that some defendants have ceased their unauthorized use of Shroff’s personality traits following the legal action. Jackie Shroff, who has also featured in several other language films, has not yet spoken about the matter.

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Suchitra Pillai, known for her role in Dil Chahta Hai, recently revealed an intriguing connection to Preity Zinta. During an interview, Suchitra shared that her husband, Lars Kjeldsen, once dated Preity Zinta. However, she was quick to clarify that she did not come between them, addressing rumours and misconceptions about her involvement.

In a conversation with The Indian Express, Suchitra disclosed, “No, that’s another story from somebody else. Preity and I were never friends; we were acquaintances because we had a common friend. But yes, Lars Kjeldsen did date Preity Zinta for some time but that was the breakup he had before he met me.” She emphasized that their relationship ended before she entered the picture.

Reflecting on the label of ‘boyfriend snatcher,’ Suchitra recounted, “The big news that happened, which was a big misunderstanding, was not because of me. It happened at the time I came back from England. I was called a ‘boyfriend snatcher’ on the cover of several magazines. The headline read, ‘Suchitra Pillai is a boyfriend snatcher.’ This was because I started dating Andrew Coyne, who had started Star Television in India. This was the relationship in question, but it was not because of me that Andrew and his partner, model Achala Sachdev, fell apart. It is water under the bridge after many years, and Achala and I have a laugh about it.”

Suchitra and Lars married in 2005 and have a daughter, Annika Kjeldsen. Preity Zinta, meanwhile, married Gene Goodenough in 2016 and welcomed twins Gia and Jai via surrogacy in 2021. Preity is currently in India filming Lahore 1947 with Sunny Deol, marking her return to the big screen after several years. The film, directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan, promises to be a significant project, featuring a stellar cast and crew including Shabana Azmi, AR Rahman, and Javed Akhtar.

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Bollywood actress Fatima Sana Shaikh, who has made a name for herself in the industry with her extraordinary ability to adapt to various range of variety and bring them to life, also knows how to entertain the audience with her hilarious Instagram captions.

The Dangal actress recently shared a string of pictures of herself looking absolutely stunning in a white short dress. She accessorized her outfit with small silver hoops, a dainty pendant and statement rings. To add on to the look, she left her curly hair loose and blow with the wind.

She captioned the picture by turning into Duggal Shab from Mujhse Shadi Krogi along side a screengrab from the film which featured Akshay Kumar and Kader Khan. “Guess Duggal sahab aaj kya bane hain? Slide 3 has the real answer!” she wrote.

Soon after she posted, actress Dia Mirza stated that she is loving this ‘Chatt Gala’ and the images Fatima had been posting from her terrace. Not only Dia Mirza but Rhea Chakraborty also appreciated her beauty. However, one digital native pointed that the actress had removed the post earlier and had made several changes to the caption. “Kaafi mehnat ki hai Aaj iss post ke liye… ek baar delete ki….fir teen baar caption change Kiya” the user commented, to which she replied, “chori pakdi gaeee.” Another user propounds “Hahahaha this is so hilarious (rolling on the floor laughing emoji) fatima loved to see this post white definitely suits you.”

Fatima was last seen in the biographical war film Sam Bahadur alongside Vicky Kaushal and Sanya Malhotra where she portrayed the character of Indira Gandhi. The actress will next be seen in Ul Jalool Ishq with Naseeruddin Shah and Vijay Varma.

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Shekhar Suman, a celebrated actor known for his memorable films and iconic television shows, has revealed plans to revive two of his most beloved shows, Movers N Shakers and Dekh Bhai Dekh. These shows had a significant impact on Hindi television, with Dekh Bhai Dekh achieving immense popularity and Movers N Shakers becoming a trailblazing late-night talk show. The latter, which aired from 1997 to 2001, saw Suman engage with numerous celebrities and perform comedy routines, including satirical imitations of politicians.

In an interview with News18 Showsha, Suman confirmed that discussions are underway to bring Movers N Shakers back, possibly on an OTT platform. He shared, “Yes, there’s a thought of bringing it back. There’s a lot of pressure from the audience’s side. Wherever I go, even at the airport, people ask me, ‘Why don’t you get Movers and Shakers back?’” The potential revival aims to respect the show’s legacy, with Suman expressing excitement about assembling a great team of writers to ensure its success.

The actor also spoke about the show’s previous revival season that aired until 2012. He reflected on the challenges faced during that time, noting the changing dynamics of television and the rise of OTT platforms. “We were going through some strange times where television had taken a backseat and OTT wasn’t into non-fiction. They only wanted to back fiction series. I felt like television wasn’t the right place for Movers N Shakers to be back as no one was watching it and it receded into the background. I just waited for the opportune moment. I think now is the time to bring it back,” Suman explained.

Additionally, Suman hinted at the development of another iconic show, Dekh Bhai Dekh. He stated, “In fact, two of my iconic shows, Movers N Shakers and Dekh Bhai Dekh  are on the verge of being developed. It’s too early to talk about them because they’re both at a nascent stage. But it will and should happen.” As fans eagerly await the return of these beloved shows, Suman’s commitment to delivering high-quality entertainment remains unwavering.

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Somy Ali, a former Bollywood actor and now a dedicated women’s rights activist, has come forward in support of her close friend Zeenat Aman’s stance on live-in relationships. Amid the backlash Aman faced for her views, Ali defended her in an  interview with Hindustan Times. Ali emphasized the potential benefits of live-in relationships, suggesting they could help reduce divorce rates by allowing couples to understand each other better before marriage.

Reflecting on her personal experiences, Somy Ali shared, “When I lived in Vidhyachal at Mount Mary, Zeenat Ji and Mazhar Bhai (Zeenat’s late husband) were my neighbours. Jackie Shroff and Ayesha (Shroff) also used to live nearby. Whenever we used to go for a shoot, we would catch up. Recently, a lot of people have condemned her. Our population has peaked at 8 billion. I am not at all against live-in relationships. Whatever Zeenat Ji has said, I 100% support her in this.” Ali elaborated on how live-in relationships can help individuals set boundaries and understand each other’s habits, potentially leading to more stable marriages.

Ali also addressed the rising divorce rates globally and in South Asia, noting the value of Aman’s perspective. “Currently, divorce rates have gone high in India, Pakistan and across the globe. Zeenat ji is highly intellectual and has studied journalism in San Francisco through scholarship. She is intelligent, well-read and articulate. I want to tell the naysayers that we no longer live in the 1950s. In 2024, the world has changed a lot, and a man and a woman can be in a live-in relationship.” Ali’s remarks underline the importance of adapting to contemporary societal norms and recognizing the changing dynamics of relationships.

Further emphasizing the practical aspects of live-in relationships, Ali pointed out the common issues in traditional arranged marriages. “We have seen so many cases where people get married without knowing each other and then end up getting into a divorce. This is quite common in arranged marriages in both Pakistan and India. Dowry is illegal in both India and Pakistan, yet people do not shy away from asking it. Everything goes on behind the curtains, be it India, Pakistan or America.” Ali highlighted how live-in relationships could serve as a solution to compatibility issues often observed in arranged marriages.

In conclusion, Somy Ali praised Zeenat Aman for her candidness, stating, “One last thing I would like to say about Zeenat Ji. What she has suggested can help in bringing down the divorce rate. If you are in a live-in, then you will be able to figure out if you have compatibility with your partner. Zeenat Ji has done a huge favour to us by expressing her views on live-in relationships.” Ali’s support reinforces the evolving perspectives on relationships in modern society and underscores the potential benefits of live-in arrangements in fostering understanding and compatibility between partners.

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It looks like Blake and Ryan’s fourth child definitely isn’t called Chloe or Sam or Sophia or Marcus.

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1. OpenAI’s new version of Chat-GPT can teach maths and flirt | BBC News  BBC News
2. ChatGPT maker OpenAI launches new AI model, GPT-4o: It has voice, vision and more  The Times of India
3. No Search competitor yet but ChatGPT-4o takes a shot at Google Assistant and Apple Siri  India Today
4. OpenAI’s New Demo “Made Me Cringe”: Elon Musk  NDTV
5. OpenAI launches GPTo, improving ChatGPT’s text, visual and audio capabilities  The Hindu

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