S Ranjita, Author at PanAsiaBiz.com

Malayalam superstar Mammootty film 'Bramayugam' has dropped its first teaser

Watch: Chilling Eerie Teaser of Mammootty’s ‘Bramayugam’ Unleashed

January 12, 2024 S Ranjita 0

The highly anticipated Malayalam superstar Mammootty’s film Bramayugam dropped its first teaser on January 11, 2024. The teaser gives a spine-tingling glimpse into a world […]

Hubballi's Heritage in Reverse Gear: 156-Year-Old School Faces Demolition for Car Park

Hubballi’s 156-Year-Old Kannada School to be Demolished for Car Parking

January 12, 2024 S Ranjita 0

The fate of a 156-year-old government school in Hubballi is uncertain as it faces demolition for a multi-level car parking project. The school, which has […]

‘Salaar’ star Prabhas unveils first look of Prithviraj Sukumaran’s multilingual ‘The Goat Life’

January 10, 2024 S Ranjita 1

The first look poster of Prithviraj Sukumaran’s upcoming survival drama “The GOAT Life”, also known as “Aadujeevitham” in Malayalam, was unveiled on January 10, 2023, […]

Golden Globe nominations were announced, with "Barbie" and "Succession" leading the packGolden Globe nominations were announced, with "Barbie" and "Succession" leading the pack

Golden Globes 2024 Complete Winners List – ‘Barbie’ Steals the Show as ‘Oppenheimer’ Wins Big

January 8, 2024 S Ranjita 0

The winning films, TV shows, actors and production teams at the 2024 Golden Globe Awards.

Toxic Attraction: Kareena Kapoor Khan makes South debut opposite Yash

Bollywood Queen meets KGF King – Kareena Kapoor joins Yash in ‘Toxic’

January 4, 2024 S Ranjita 0

Bollywood diva Kareena Kapoor Khan is all set to make her debut in the South Indian film industry with the upcoming movie “Toxic”,

The makers of Pushpa 2 are reportedly expecting a whopping Rs. 200 crore for the OTT rights, which is a record-breaking amount for any Telugu movie.

‘Pushpa 2’- Who bags OTT rights for a massive price – Netflix or Amazon Prime Video?

January 1, 2024 S Ranjita 0

The makers of Pushpa 2 are reportedly expecting a whopping Rs. 200 crore for the OTT rights, which is a record-breaking amount for any Telugu movie.

Set in the 1970s in Hampi, Karnataka, Kaatera revolves around an agrarian issue.

Kannada movie ‘Kaatera’ Review: Darshan unleashed in action extravaganza!

December 28, 2023 S Ranjita 0

The Kannada film “Kaatera” starring Darshan was released in theatres on Friday, December 29, 2023! Buckle up for an action-packed drama directed by the talented […]

Where To Watch the ‘Doctor Who’ Christmas Special From Anywhere: Details Inside

December 25, 2023 S Ranjita 0

Fantastic news for Doctor Who fans around the world! This Christmas, get ready for a festive adventure with the Fifteenth Doctor in “The Church on […]

Salaar collects ₹30 crore in advance bookings, Dunki trails behind at ₹15 crore

‘Salaar’ Movie Review, public response and box office collections worldwide

December 22, 2023 S Ranjita 0

“Salaar” has finally arrived! After much anticipation, the action-packed, drama-infused film premiered on December 22, 2023. Cast: “Salaar” features a star-studded cast that includes Prabhas, […]

‘School uniforms create inclusivity and discipline among students’ says Rajesh Bhatia

December 19, 2023 S Ranjita 0

Sartorial uniformity fosters a sense of camaraderie, says prominent educator and the founder of the TreeHouse chain of schools The use of standardised uniforms in […]

Thrilling Tales from the Dunes: Exploring Dubai’s Desert Safari

December 18, 2023 S Ranjita 0

Set off on an exciting journey through Dubai’s sandy lands. This interesting book invites you to explore the fascinating world of desert adventures, where the […]

"Jhimma 2," the sequel to the 2021 Marathi film "Jhimma," was released on Thursday, November 24, 2023.

Marathi Movie ‘Jhimma 2’ Review, Public response and box office collections

December 15, 2023 S Ranjita 0

“Jhimma 2,” the sequel to the 2021 Marathi film “Jhimma,” was released on Thursday, November 24, 2023. The film already received positive reviews and emerged as […]

A Shared Secret: The Uncanny Connection Between Kartik Aryan & Triptii Dimri Wins Hearts

December 13, 2023 S Ranjita 0

An unexpected secret is shared between Kartika Aaryan and Triptima Dimri, who happen to be two rising stars on whom Bollywood builds dreams for shining […]

Google Changes Office Attendance Policies

Google Play Store Declared Illegal Monopoly in Epic Games Lawsuit

December 12, 2023 S Ranjita 0

In a landmark decision, a jury in California has ruled that Google’s Play store constitutes an illegal monopoly, marking a significant victory for Epic Games […]

Regina Cassandra’s ‘Conjuring Kannappan’ Movie Review: Laughs, Scares, and Tamil Flavor

December 7, 2023 S Ranjita 1

“Conjuring Kannappan” is a Tamil horror-comedy film released on December 8, 2023. It was directed by Selvin Raj Xavier and features Sathish, Regina Cassandra, VTV […]

Get ready to be entertained! Kadak Singh, hits screens tomorrow.

OTT Releases Dec. 8: ‘Kadak Singh’, ‘Dhak Dhak, ‘Vadhuvu’ on Netflix, ZEE5, Prime Video and SonyLIV

December 7, 2023 S Ranjita 0

Again the weekend comes, with the influx of new movies on OTT platforms on December 8, 2023I it’s the perfect time to indulge in a […]

Annapoorani: Nayanatara's culinary skills shine in this Tamil movie

Tamil Movie ‘Annapoorani’ Review: Nayanathara serves a feast of emotions

November 30, 2023 S Ranjita 0

“Annapoorani” a Tamil-language drama film directed by Nilesh Krishnaa and starring Nayanthara, Jai, Sathyaraj, and Achyuth Kumar, is scheduled for Dec 1, 2023 release across […]

Empowering Voices: Four Nguvu Change Leaders Combating Gender-Based Violence Around the World

November 28, 2023 S Ranjita 0

There are several kinds of gender-based violence, including emotional, psychological, sexual, and physical. Globally, about one in three women have at some point in their […]

On International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women (November 25), here is an overview of the initiatives that are empowering women A recent survey of more than 4 lakh FIRs (First Information Report) in Haryana discovered that when a male complainant registers a case on behalf of a woman friend or relative, he is less likely to “face burdens or exclusions” than if the woman herself was the primary complainant. The report published in October by Nirvikar Jassal, Assistant Professor of Political Science at the London School of Economics and Political Science, is less about data gleaned from a single state and more about blatant and subtle gender inequities women struggle with routinely. Patriarchy not only fuels crimes against women but also disempowers them when they try to seek justice. A few initiatives are striving to change this by addressing systemic and societal fault lines that facilitate gender violence. An overview: 1. #BasAbBahutHoGaya by Population Foundation of India: Population Foundation of India's initiative #BasAbBahutHoGaya has synergised with Farhan Akhtar's MARD Foundation (Men Against Rape and Discrimination), to challenge the pervasive manner in which gender violence is not only normalised but also condoned. Short films like 'Nirbhaya, Never Again' produced by Population Foundation of India shed light on the factors that perpetuate physical and sexual abuse against women in society. Helmed by well-known film and theatre director Feroz Abbas Khan, the #BasAbBahutHoGaya campaign has also featured achievers like Sania Mirza and Barkha Dutt. In the recent past, Farhan Akhtar has dedicated a song 'Chulein Aasman' as part of the campaign which was started with a filmmaking competition and a concert. 2. UNITE campaign by the UN In the global report on 'Violence against Women' by the World Health Organization (WHO), it's reported that more than a quarter of women aged 15-49 in relationships have experienced physical or sexual violence from their intimate partner at least once in their lifetime since the age of 15—an issue of great concern. Addressing this problem, the UN has intensified the UNITE campaign, originally launched in 2008. As part of UNITE, '16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence', an annual campaign, starts on November 25 and continues till International Human Rights Day on December 10. Moreover, the UNiTE campaign has proclaimed the 25th of each month as 'Orange Day,' a day to raise awareness and take action to end violence against women and girls. 3. #GBVinMedia by Feminism in India: #GBVinMedia, by Feminism in India, challenges the media's portrayal of gender-based violence, aiming to combat victim-blaming narratives and empower women. It seeks to reform the way the media reports on gender-based violence. The #GBVinMedia project comprises four major activities: a) the research and creation of the #GBVinMedia toolkit, b) the facilitation of events, workshops, and seminars to disseminate the toolkit, c) a digital advocacy campaign, and d) the crowdsourced art project. The digital campaign was extremely successful and the most successful article from the campaign was read nearly 17,000 times. As claimed by Feminism in India, the total reach of the campaign was over 7,00,000. 4. Must Bol by Commutiny Collective: The 'Must Bol' campaign, led by 'Commutiny- The Youth Collective'-combats gender-based violence by involving young leaders in raising awareness through short films, exhibitions, and workshops. It has reached over 32,000 people online and 4,500 offline, providing a platform for dialogue and action against GBV. 'Must Bol' was initiated with financial support from UN Women and Partners for Prevention (a regional joint programme of UNDP, UNFPA, and UNV for Asia and the Pacific). The campaign further garnered support from the Sir Ratan Tata Trust to extend its reach to a broader network of young leaders nationwide. 5. HadHiHai on Gender-based Violence by W.E.F The 'HadHiHai on Gender-based Violence' is a supportive program launched by the World Economic Forum in support of the UN’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. The project aims to amplify the voices of women against gender inequality through digital advocacy and online campaigns. The outreach partner for this program in India was One Future Collective, and the project team has created videos of insights and learnings from direct interactions with members of the community to provide a glimpse of what domestic violence means to them.

Five Impactful Campaigns Countering Gender-Based Violence in India

November 24, 2023 S Ranjita 0

On International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women (November 25), here is an overview of the initiatives that are empowering women A recent […]

Rural Bihar sees a 50% surge in women entrepreneurs’ awareness about DRE Solutions

November 22, 2023 S Ranjita 0

An endline survey conducted under the Bolega Bihar initiative revealed a significant increase in awareness of renewable energy among women, rising from 25% to 76% […]