New skipper Surinder Singh reckons Pro Kabaddi League Season 2 champions are primed for success in Season 10 which kicks off on Saturday after tough pre-season training in Bellary, Karnataka... [Read More]
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31 March,2025 10:19 AM ISTThe percussion festival, which was held on the first weekend of March, not only showcased some of the finest musicians in the country, but also paid tribute to tabla maestro late Ustad Zakir Hussain, a legend who redefined Indian classical percussion and inspired generations of musicians... [Read More]
05 March,2025 03:54 PM ISTThe 41st Memorial Concert at Prithvi Theatre was a night of deep reverence and heartfelt musical expression, marking the first edition after the passing of Ustad Zakir Hussain... [Read More]
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29 December,2024 02:19 PM ISTThe world of music lost a gem with the demise of Ustad Zakir Hussain earlier this week at the age of 73. On Friday, a musical prayer meet was hosted for the legendary tabla player and it was a musical tribute (All Pics/ Kirti Surve)... [Read More]
28 December,2024 09:37 AM ISTChoreographer Terence Lewis hosted a Christmas party and invited his friends from the filmy world. From Geeta Kapur to Sonali Bendre, several celebs were seen at the party (All Pics/ Yogen Shah)... [Read More]
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17 December,2024 04:16 PM ISTUstad Zakir Hussain, the legendary tabla maestro, passed away on December 16 at 73. His last public appearance was at Pankaj Udhas`s funeral in February. Renowned globally, Hussain won four Grammy Awards, including three at the 66th Grammys, and received India`s highest honours: the Padma Shri (1988), Padma Bhushan (2002), and Padma Vibhushan (2023). His death has sparked tributes from fans and figures worldwide, including Bollywood stars like Kareena Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan, and A. R. Rahman, celebrating his unparalleled artistry and legacy.... [Read More]
16 December,2024 05:46 PM ISTRenowned tabla master Ustad Zakir Hussain passed away on December 16 at the age of 73 after battling serious health issues. He died in a hospital in San Francisco due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Zakir Hussain, the son of legendary tabla player Ustad Allarakha, was considered one of the greatest tabla players of his time. His exceptional talent and mastery over the instrument made him famous worldwide. He collaborated with musicians from various genres and was admired for his creativity and precision. Hussain’s passing leaves a huge void in the world of music, but his remarkable legacy will continue to inspire music lovers around the world for generations to come.... [Read More]
16 December,2024 12:32 PM ISTMuzaffar Hussain, former MLC and deputy mayor of MBMC, is contesting the Maharashtra Assembly elections for a second time. In this exclusive interview, he discusses his family’s 65-year political legacy, his aversion to the mudslinging that harms the city’s reputation, and his commitment to completing projects initiated by his government a decade ago.... [Read More]
15 November,2024 06:11 PM ISTActor-director Deepak Tijori and the cast of Tipppsy talk about how Mumbai has been a land of opportunities for them. While some grew up in Mumbai, others moved here to pursue their dream career. There`s also a debate about which is better - Town or the suburbs. Watch the video for the fun banter with the group about Mumbai.... [Read More]
22 July,2024 10:44 AM ISTLegendary filmmaker Prakash Mehra was once shocked to find that Deepak Tijori was making a film called `Oops`. In an exclusive chat with mid-day.com, accompanied by the stars of his new film `Tipppsy`, Deepak Tijori talked about taking on bold subjects in films. Actresses Natasha Suri, Sonia Birje, Nazia Hussain, Kainaat Arora and Alankrita Sahai recalled their first impression of Deepak Tijori as an actor and a filmmaker. Dive into the video for more!... [Read More]
09 May,2024 10:12 PM ISTBrief: Indian singer and composer Shankar Mahadevan finally returned to India after winning the Grammy with Indian tabla player and composer Zakir Hussain. Shankar interacted with the media when he was spotted at the airport and stated that Zakir Hussain is the final word in rhythm for him. He also mentioned that there is nobody like him and nobody can be. Shankar takes Zakir as his Guru, his mentor. He added that they have got the Grammy home and feel privileged to be able to perform Indian music and showcase Indian Culture on a world stage. Watch the full video for more!... [Read More]
08 February,2024 12:35 PM ISTMid-Day Dot Com launched its Hindi website, Hindi Mid-Day Dot Com on 8th November 2023. Ace actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui graced the occasion to inaugurate the Hindi Mid-Day website. Many celebrities with a special association with Mid-Day shared their joy for the new endeavor and extended their best wishes for the launch of the Hindi Mid-Day website. Watch the video to hear how Sushmita Sen cutely wished for a new beginning and find out what choreographer Vaibhavi Merchant had to say. Actors Atul Kulkarni and Aadil Hussain expressed their excitement and the importance of reading news in Hindi, while actor Pankaj Tripathi also conveyed his joy and wished the website to achieve new heights in journalism. All the stars have bestowed their blessings and love on the Hindi Mid-Day website with warmth and affection.... [Read More]
15 November,2023 12:29 PM ISTAssam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s comment on Barack Obama’s statement on minority rights in India stirred a controversy. In a tweet, he said there are many "Hussain Obamas" in the country and the state police will act according to its priorities. The Opposition was quick to hit back at the Assam chief minister. Sarma’s tweet was in response to a journalist’s tweet who posed a question asking if any FIR has been lodged against Obama for hurting religious sentiments. Congress spokesperson and social media head Supriya Shrinate was quick to attack Sarma on his tweet. Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi also reacted to Sarma`s tweet. Meanwhile, Nirmala Sitharaman had attacked Obama too, stating that the US had bombed several countries with Muslim majority population and former Commisioner of US Religious Freedom Body said that we should spend more energy on complimenting India than criticizing. ... [Read More]
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