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Subash says Arjun was an obvious choice for the role as the character needed someone who could convincingly be a father, hero, karate master, and perform action effortlessly.

Blast, produced by Kalpathi S Aghoram, Kalpathi S Ganesh and Kalpathi S Suresh for AGS Entertainment, will be released in theatres on May 28.

Actress Abhirami discusses her transformative role in 'Blast,' highlighting a significant physical change and her appreciation for evolving opportunities for women in Tamil cinema. She reveals a past back injury spurred her fitness journey, crediting her team for the demanding action sequences and expressing concerns about AI's impact on dubbing artists.

Martial arts film 'Blast', starring Arjun Sarja, has seen a significant 56% surge in its second-day box office earnings, raking in Rs 1.95 crore. The Tamil version is leading the performance, with strong evening and night show occupancy. The film's action sequences and cast are drawing attention, promising further growth.

The Tamil action thriller 'Blast' has premiered to positive reviews, with fans lauding Arjun Sarja's mass action and commanding screen presence. Preity Mukhundhan and Abhirami also received strong appreciation for their fiery and powerful performances, respectively. The film is being praised for its engaging action, emotional depth, and balanced narrative.

Odia diaspora worldwide is protesting ISKCON's untimely Rath Yatra celebrations abroad, citing scriptural and traditional deviations from Puri's annual festival. While ISKCON agreed to hold the yatra in India during July, they are proceeding with overseas events on different dates. Concerns are mounting, with diaspora groups planning further actions and seeking official intervention.

Saiju Kurup's 'Bharathanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam' takes a dark turn as a family's trip to settle affairs after a death is disrupted by a blackmailer. When the blackmailer is accidentally killed, the family embarks on a desperate, quirky cover-up, leading to a shocking revelation during funeral rites that merges the victim's ashes with their own relative's.

El Niño's shadow looms over India's monsoon. Past El Niño years saw key kharif crops like paddy and maize suffer over 10% output reduction in numerous districts. This study highlights vulnerable areas and stresses the need for district-level climate-resilient planning. Policymakers are urged to strengthen contingency plans for drought-tolerant varieties and efficient water management to protect farmers.

A Cuttack district education office staffer, Subash Chandra Sahoo, has been apprehended for allegedly siphoning over Rs 51.53 lakh. He is accused of creating fake employee salaries through manipulation of government financial portals. Authorities are investigating to determine if others were involved in this elaborate embezzlement scheme.

A 22-year-old man, Ayush Munda, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the brutal 2024 murder of an unidentified beggar in Sambalpur. The court found Munda guilty of striking the sleeping victim on the head with a stone, leading to fatal injuries. The conviction followed testimonies from 14 witnesses and presented evidence.

In an official statement, district attorney Alvin L Bragg Jr said the return highlighted the “massive” scale of trafficking networks that targeted India’s cultural heritage. He added that efforts to recover and repatriate stolen artefacts would continue.

Pregnant women in Delhi slums are suffering from dizziness, sleeplessness, and hypertension as temperatures soar. Living in cramped conditions exacerbates their discomfort. Experts warn of serious risks to both mother and newborn, including birth defects and premature delivery. Preventive measures and community awareness are crucial to mitigate these dangers.