Archive for: February, 2018

Post ”˜Padmaavat’ ”“ A time of reckoning.

By Sudha Kumar. So the reality of Padmavati, rebaptised ”˜Padmaavat’, is laid bare. What was the fury and furore about, one wonders? Waited for the movie. Watched it. And felt let down. All that emotional energy that the country reeled in for weeks. Buses burnt and calls for beheadings and lynching. Rajput nobility crossing their […]

Hrithik turns Papadwala in Super 30

It is a known fact that Hrithik Roshan  is going miles for making his character authentic in  Super 30. The actor will portray the role of Anand Kumar in this social drama. He had already kick started the shoot of the same in Varanasi, a few days ago. Now, the schedule has shifted to Rajasthan […]

Upcoming Bollywood Films

WELCOME TO NEW YORK RELEASE DATE:  23 February STARRING:  Sonakshi Sinha, Karan Johar, Diljit Dosanjh LANGUAGE:  Hindi (With English Subtitles) PRODUCER:  Pooja Entertainment DIRECTOR:  Chakri Toleti SYNOPSIS:  “Welcome to New York” is a heartfelt, slapstick comedy that tells the story of two unlikely youngsters living in India in search of a better life for themselves. […]

An all-star cast of Indian comedy superstars are Melbourne-bound, direct from the Bengaluru Comedy Festival!

Featuring the hottest artists from the subcontinent, this vibrant showcase shines a light on the red-hot state of the Indian comedy scene. A one-of-a-kind chance to see the future of world comedy! Taking to the stage in Melbourne are: Founding member of ”˜East India Comedy’,  Sorabh Pant  – best known for his incredible energy and […]

India beat Pakistan in MoneyGram Thunder Nation Cup Epic

India has been crowned champions of the MoneyGram Thunder Nation Cup after a narrow one-run victory over Pakistan at Spotless Stadium. Winning the toss and batting first Malwa, representing the Indian Community, posted a modest 2/65 off 7 overs. Openers Vikasdeep Pal and Tanveer Sangha posted an even 50-run partnership as they built a solid […]

Hindu Council of Australia sets up Woman’s Day Gargi Woman Award

On the International day of women 2018, Hindu Council of Australia has decided to institute an award for outstanding women in Australia who make a good role model for growing up Hindu girls and women. The award will consist of a commendation letter and will be awarded in multiple categories like Sports, Journalism, Performers, Defense, […]

Philip Ruddock appointed to conduct review of Australia’s religious freedoms

The government has appointed Howard-era cabinet minister Philip Ruddock to lead a review into the legal protections for religious freedom in Australia, which has emerged as a contentious issue inside the Coalition ahead of the legalisation of same-sex marriage. Announcing the review, Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said recent proposals for religious protections went beyond the […]

Vic Government announces funding of $160,000 for Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple

Victorian Government on Friday announced it will provide more than $160,000 to the Hindu Society of Victoria to upgrade its Cultural and Heritage Centre, also known as the Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple. Minister for Multicultural Affairs Robin Scott and Member for Member for Carrum Sonya Kilkenny joined the Indian community to make the announcement today. […]

Indian Gay Film ”˜Evening Shadows’ premieres at Mardi Gras Film Festival

Award winning Indian filmmaker and gay activist Sridhar Rangayan and his cast to attend the festival Award winning Indian filmmaker and gay activist Sridhar Rangayan’s narrative feature Evening Shadows will have its World Premiere in Sydney at the 25th Queer Screen Mardi Gras Film Festival on February 25th at the Event Cinemas. Set in a […]

Shiva – The Cosmic Dancer

By Kanaka Ramakrishna The Worship of Shiva as ”˜Mahayogi’ and ”˜Pasupati’ as found in the   Indus valley civilization in the north west of India 5000 years ago, was later integrated into the early Vedic Aryan civilisation as ”˜Rudra’, and later as ”˜Shiva’. Though the worship of Rudra by the early Aryans started the proper […]

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