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Ravi Shastri reveals fun story of how Virat took Anushka on Australia tour before marriage

Former Indian team head coach Ravi Shastri recently narrated an interesting incident of star batsman Virat Kohli and his wife, actress Anushka Sharma.

While talking to foreign media, Ravi Shastri narrated a 10-year-old story about Virat.

“In 2015, when I was the coach of the Indian team, Anushka and Virat were dating each other. Virat came to me and asked if it was allowed to bring only wives on the tour. Can’t the girlfriend come along?”

Ravi said, “I gave permission, then Kohli said that the Board is not giving permission. I called and got permission, then Anushka was with us on this tour.”

He said, “In the first Test against Australia, Kohli scored 160 runs, after which the same thing happened, Virat gave Anushka a flying kiss while she was sitting in the stands, which happens in most matches now. Anushka has always been Virat’s biggest supporter.”

Recently, in the Perth Test, Virat scored a magnificent century against Australia.

Virat’s new post leaves fans in shock

Indian star batsman and former captain Virat Kohli’s new post on social media has left fans worried.

As per the details, Kohli’s November 20 post on the micro-blogging website X (formerly Twitter), left fans confused as to whether it was about divorce or retirement.

“We were busy figuring out who we were. Ten years of ups and downs, and even the pandemic couldn’t shake us. If anything, it reminded us being different is our strength. So, here’s to ten years of doing it our way- the Wrogn way. Here’s to being Wrogn. And here’s to the next ten! Wrogn, for the right kind of man [sic],” he added.

With the post coming after Indian singer and composer A. R. Rahman and his wife Saira Banu’s separation, netizens started speculating if Kohli was also hinting at divorce.

However, it turned out to be a promotional post for a brand.

Virat’s association with this brand

Sporting Beyond is a new company that helps athletes with their business. It’s like a team that takes care of everything from sponsorships to charity work.

Recently, a big cricket star, Virat Kohli, joined Sporting Beyond. He said he’s excited to work with this team because they share his love for sports and his values.

Sporting Beyond is still new, but it’s already making a big impact. It’s helping athletes focus on their sport while they handle the business side of things.

“Looking back, we’ve always been a bit different. We never fitted into any box they tried putting us in. Two misfits, who just clicked. We’ve changed over the years, but always done things our way. Some called us crazy; others didn’t get it. But honestly? We didn’t care.,” he wrote.

November 27, 2024
Are Justin and Hailey Bieber ending their marriage? Here’s what they say

Canadian singer Justin Bieber and his wife Hailey Bieber are laughing off endless divorce rumors. After six years of marriage and the arrival of their baby son Jack Blues, the couple is more focused on their family than gossip.

According to People magazine, the couple revealed that they find the divorce chatter “annoying” but dismiss it as “just noise.”

“They laugh at the constant rumors,” an insider shared with People.
“They are just focusing on their family now and have been even more in love since baby Jack arrived.”

For Justin, 30, and Hailey, 28, their family life has only strengthened their bond. Justin, who’s been in a “happy bubble” since the birth of their son, is committed to being a devoted dad and husband. “He wants to focus on being a great dad,” People Magazine added.

Hailey Bieber recently shared a touching anniversary post, featuring a Polaroid of her and Justin sharing a kiss with the caption, “06 years, Love you baby.”

The global superstar Justin Bieber and Hailey have welcomed their first baby, and they couldn’t be any happier.

The proud parents shared news of the arrival of their little bundle of joy, Jack Blues Bieber, on August 23. The news was shared by Justin himself on his Instagram account.

Justin Bieber posted a picture of his baby’s feet on Instagram. He captioned it:
“WELCOME HOME
JACK BLUES BIEBER”

The blues is a category of music. So we are guessing their son has been named for the music, not the colour.

When the couple announced they were expecting the baby for the first time on May 09, 2024, they did so through quite a sweet video and pictures from their vows renewal ceremony.

Hailey has been updating her fans on her pregnancy journey on social media.

Back in 2018, Justin Bieber married Hailey Baldwin in a courthouse ceremony and the next year, they tied the knot in front of family and friends.

November 27, 2024
‘Disappointing’; PTI leader Shoukat Yousufzai hits out at party leadership

PTI leader Shaukat Yousafzai has been actively conducting interviews with channels to express disappointment with the party leadership over Tuesday’s final call protest.

Talking to ARY News, Shaukat Yousafzai confirmed that Bushra Bibi and Chief Minister KP Ali Amin Gandapur are in Mansehra and are safe.

“It was the funeral of political culture in the country,” he said, pointing out that the government handled the protestors brutally. Moreover, he said that there is a need for self-analysis as well. He expressed disappointment over the lack of coordination within the party leadership during recent events, emphasizing missed opportunities for dialogue and poor decision-making. He also said that “no leader came forward except Ali Amin”, stressing that “those holding positions of authority have disappointed us. Ali Amin Gandapur was made a scapegoat, and from Peshawar to Islamabad, no leader was visible.”

He then turned his guns towards the main leaders. “Where were Barrister Gohar and Salman Akram Raja? Sher Afzal Marwat was also absent when the leadership did not have the authority to make decisions; why did it take so many workers?”

Talking about Bushra Bibi’s role, he remarked, “She holds no political position, yet her stance overrules others.” He further questioned the absence of other leaders, asking, “Where was Salman Akram Raja, the General Secretary, during all this?”

In a frustrated tone, he lamented the exclusion of experienced party members from decision-making processes, saying, “Our opinions were ignored. If we are not considered politically relevant, remove us from the party.”

Shaukat Yousafzai further said that it was already known that the government would demonstrate fascism in D Chowk. He demanded an investigation within the party as to why D Chowk was chosen as the target area for a sit-in.

The party’s former General Secretary then appeared on Geo News to raise the question of why, if the federal government had asked for talks, they were not held. “Why were consultations not held on the government’s offer of talks,” he asked in an exasperated tone.

Notably, former party leader Faisal Vawda also held a press conference and called this the “final nail in the coffin of PTI” while warning of tougher times ahead for them and an impending ban on the party.

On November 26, Islamabad Police announced a grand operation against PTI workers, as a result of which PTI leaders and workers, including the wife of PTI founder Bushra Bibi, KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, left the federal capital for Mansehra and their press conference is awaited.

November 27, 2024
Singer Abdul Hannan’s streaming accounts hijacked

Singer Abdul Hannan’s Spotify and Apple Music accounts have been hijacked by scammers uploading fake or AI-generated music, according to his team.

On Monday, Hannan’s team shared a statement on Instagram, which the artist reposted.

“Hannan’s streaming accounts are being misused with fake or AI-generated music,” the statement read. “Scammers are trying to profit from unauthorized streams, affecting many artists. We’re working to resolve it quickly.”

The team asked fans to avoid streaming the unauthorized songs and warned that any new music from Hannan will be announced on his official Instagram account. They also urged streaming services like Spotify to address the issue promptly.

An unusual song titled ‘Akha Cilam Cilam Valo’ appeared on Hannan’s Spotify profile, featuring an unrelated individual’s picture as artwork. This song was never announced or released by Hannan.

DAWN’s Images has reached out to Spotify for comment but has not received a response yet.
Scams involving streaming accounts are not uncommon. In September, a man in the US was accused of using AI tools and bots to fraudulently stream songs billions of times to earn revenue.

November 27, 2024
Blast outside Indian Rapper Badshah’s nightclub in Chandigarh

Two explosions took place outside the Seville Bar and Lounge in Chandigarh, a bar owned by Indian rapper Badshah, and the De Orra Club, according to Indian media.

Chandigarh police suspect the blasts were part of an attempted extortion. CCTV footage shows a man throwing what appears to be crude bombs outside the clubs before fleeing.

The explosions caused damage, shattering the windows of both clubs, but no injuries were reported.

After receiving the information, Chandigarh police and the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) arrived at the scene.

As the investigation continues, police are also looking into a possible dispute between the partners of the two clubs, according to NDTV.

The Seville Bar and Lounge was opened by Badshah in December 2023.

Earlier, Badshah reacted to rumors about his relationship with Pakistani actor Hania Aamir.

The two stars have shown admiration for each other after often being spotted together.

Recently, Hania gave a shoutout to Badshah after attending his concert in Dubai. She shared a video on her Instagram stories where the two were seen bowing to each other before hugging.

“That’s my beautiful friend! He’s an absolute rockstar! Hero hai!” she wrote, fueling rumours of their relationship.

Badshah has now address all claims in his interview to an Indian media outlet.

“Hania is a perfect friend of mine, and we share a great connection. We have a lot of fun whenever we meet, and that’s all there is to it. She is happy in her life and I am in mine. Our equation is wonderful, but people often misinterpret it and see what they want to believe,” the rapper said.

Badshah, whose real name is Aditya Prateek Singh Sisodia, is known for his Punjabi, Bollywood and Haryanvi songs, giving one hit hip-hop track after another.

Hania, on the other hand, recently received global praise for her role as Sharjeena in Pakistan’s hit serial, ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’ alongside Fahad Mustafa. The drama was especially popular with Indian audiences.

November 27, 2024
‘I got married at 17, but wouldn’t recommend it’: Annie Zaidi

Getting married young may seem exciting, but it’s not always easy. Veteran actress and writer Annie Zaidi who got married at just 17, shared her thoughts on the challenges during an appearance on Subh Ka Samaa Madeha Kay Sath.

When the host asked, “Was there any decision you feel you should have made earlier,” Annie Zaidi replied, “Getting married late. One shouldn’t rush into marriage. I was only 17 when I got married, and I wouldn’t recommend anyone to marry that young.”

The Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum actress elaborated on the pros and cons of early marriage saying,

“Although there are pros and cons, like your kids growing up with you, and you being able to play and bond with them, what about your own personality and life? I grew up later, I lacked awareness and maturity at that age, and that uncertainty makes you take wrong decisions, struggle, and battle with yourself. It’s a lot.”

The host asked, “In your opinion, what is the right age for marriage?”

“It should be around 23 or 24. By then, you’ve completed your studies, gained some maturity, and understand life better. When you’re too young, you don’t even know how to manage your life, let alone raise children. It becomes challenging,” Zaidi replied.

Earlier, in an interview with Fuchsia Magazine, Zaidi shared her admiration for Fahad Mustafa, recounting how she initially reacted and her experiences working with him on set.

“The first time I met him was at the hospital scene, when I looked at him, he was just like he is now in the loser and love-struck mode, behaving exactly the same off-screen as he did in his role. I thought to myself, ‘Who is he?’ ‘What is he doing?’

Later, when I saw him act during shooting and watched the serial, I was so impressed by him. In his off-screen scenes, he was just as natural and immersed in the role.”

As she watched him act, both on and off the screen, Annie became even more appreciative of his talent.

“When a scene ends, he returns to being normal, having regular conversations. But on set, he’d slip right back into character, completely dedicated. I remember thinking, ‘This is a real actor,’” Annie said.

She starred in drama such as Chhaon, Teesra Aadmi, Tawan, Uraan, Fitoor and last starred in Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum.

November 27, 2024
Champion Trophy’s likely hybrid model revealed: Report

A proposed version of the hybrid model of the International Cricket Council (ICC) Champion Trophy has come to light.

Indian cricket website Cricket Buzz has claimed that 15 matches have been scheduled for the event from February 19 to March 9, out of which Pakistan will host 10 matches and one semi-final. A proposal to shift five games, including the other semi-final and the final, to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is under consideration.

If Pakistan accepts the hybrid model (which is unlikely), then broadcasters will have to face serious operational and logistical challenges. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) may be given concessions and additional money if it accepts the proposal.

Reports say that bookings for venues, hotels and travel arrangements will also have to be made for a semi-final and a final.

The ICC is still not able to make a final decision on where India’s matches should be held, while South Africa’s name is also under consideration for hosting the Trophy, but the South African board has clearly refuted the reports.

In case the meeting decides on the basis of voting that the matches should be held under the hybrid model, it will be the first time that the tournament has been shifted to another place due to the non-participation of just one team from the event, there is no such example in the past.

14 members, including board members participating in the board of directors meeting, will be able to cast votes.

After this decision, Pakistan may withdraw from tournaments to be held in India, which include the Women’s World Cup and Men’s Asia Cup next year, as well as the T20 World Cup in 2026.

November 27, 2024
PTI calls off Islamabad protest

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has called off its Islamabad sit-in for the time being following Tuesday night clashes between demonstrators and security forces.

PTI’s official X (formerly Twitter) account issued a press release on Wednesday morning that reads, “In view of the government’s brutality and the government’s plan to turn the capital into a slaughterhouse for unarmed citizens, [we] announce the suspension of the peaceful protest for the time being.”

On Tuesday night, security forces launched an operation at D Chowk to disperse the protestors.

Reportedly, prior to the operation, markets in all nearby areas were closed, and streetlights were also turned off; the operation was completed within two and a half hours, leading to the arrest of more than 500 protesters from D-Chowk and its nearby areas.

In some videos posted on social media, scenes of D-Chowk after the operation are shown, and dozens of broken windows of vehicles can be seen on the federal capital’s Jinnah Avenue.

PTI, in its statement shared on X, appealed to the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP), Yahya Afridi, to take suo motu notice of the alleged “brutal murder of martyred [party] workers” and order legal action against the prime minister and interior minister as well as Islamabad and Punjab police chiefs for “attempt to murder”.

Two demonstrators were killed and over 60 injured in clashes between security forces and protestors on Tuesday night.

The Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) confirmed the civilian death toll.

On the contrary, the PTI, in a statement, claimed that “dozens” of its workers were shot at directly and killed, saying that the party had the details of eight deceased.

Meanwhile, former First Lady Bushra Bibi, Chief Minister (CM) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Ali Amin Gandapur and National Assembly Opposition Leader Omar Ayub Khan will address an “emergency” press conference today.

November 27, 2024
Cricket Australia remembers Phil Hughes on 10th death anniversary

On November 27, 2024, Cricket Australia honoured the memory of Phillip Hughes on the 10th anniversary of his tragic passing.

10 years ago today (2014) in Sydney, Philip was hit on the head by a ball bowled by Sean Abbott during a Sheffield Shield match, losing his life to the injury.

Today, the players observed a minute’s silence in the Sheffield Shield match between New South Wales and Tasmania in memory of Philip Hughes.

Emotional scenes were seen at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Sean Abbott was also among those paying tribute at the Sydney Cricket Ground, and he became emotional on this occasion, which was encouraged by his fellow players.

On the completion of 10 years after the death of the former cricketer, a loving message was also issued by the family of Philip Hughes.

He represented Australia in 26 Tests, 25 ODIs and one T20I match.

November 27, 2024
ICC calls board meeting on Champions Trophy hosting issue

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has called a board meeting on November 29 to consider the future of Champions Trophy 2025 due in Pakistan next February.

According to reports, the meeting will be held online, and the agenda will be sent to all board members.

The scheduling and future of the Champions Trophy will be considered during the meeting, reports said, adding that various options will be discussed during the meeting. These options include a hybrid model, a complete transfer from Pakistan or the postponement of the tournament.

The board’s preference is to adopt a hybrid model; however, the PCB has already opposed the same.

The ICC will take a final decision on the Champions Trophy after considering all opinions and suggestions by the board members.

India has refused to come to Pakistan and participate in the tournament whereas Pakistan is adamant on its stance of not accepting any hybrid model.

Meanwhile, due to Indian stubbornness, the ICC has not yet been able to announce the schedule.

The ICC is facing pressure from broadcasters to announce the schedule at the earliest and as per broadcast rights. The ICC may also face legal action if Pakistan-India match is not held.

November 26, 2024