#Trailer Parts in India

[milimeters-morales]

and you just know Miles immediately told Pavitr about how Gwen put her shoes on Miles’s bed and they just shudder together in disgust

[rajatexports]

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[jbk405]

Okay, so, either the trailer for Monkey Man was horribly put together, or I completely misunderstood what was presented, because I had NO IDEA what I was getting into. The entire plot took me completely by surprise several times.

This film is deliberately political. I can't recall the last time I saw an action film have such a clear focus on government. It's relatively common for the Big Bad to be a person in government -- that makes them an even bigger threat because in addition to the Criminal Thugs they employ they also have the Police and Media on their side -- but when this happens their actual politics don't matter. They're also a drug dealer, or human trafficker, and that's what the hero is fighting against. Usually we don't even learn what their politics even are. We may see them give a speech saying "Family values!" intercut with them doing drugs and having sex so we know they're a hypocrite, but that's the extent of it. In this film we know that the villains are part of the Hindu Nationalist movement, and are encouraging violence against religious minorities and gender-nonconforming people throughout India.

The condemnation is so direct that I'm not surprised Netflix backed out of distributing out of fear of the backlash in India. The only way the film could have been bolder would be if they used actual political party names instead of the "We're not actually saying 'Bharatiya Janata Party'" angle.

I was also completely unprepared for the inclusion of the hijra temple commune. I was already surprised just by the mention of crime against trans people on the news in the film, but then the main characters finds himself rescued and rehabilitated and welcomed into their society with open arms. They counsel him both philosophically and physically, and prepare him to resume his quest. And then they join him!

A literal army of trans women toppling the oppressive power structure was not on my BINGO card, I'll tell you that.

This movie was intense and an experience, and if you can see it in theaters I say you go right now!

[brf-rumortrackinganon]

Walking Around Kensington Garden and Hyde Park

(I went hogwild with photos on the State Apartments tour of Kensington Palace so the KP photos are getting broken up into different posts.)

Approaching Kensington Palace from the Boardwalk in Kensington Garden. This is a resident's only gate (the visitor entrance is to the side) and a popular place for DIana's fans to leave flowers on the anniversary of her death.

Entering the visitor's gate.

Yep, that's 1A on the left. And yep, those windows in the state apartments (the building on the right) overlook their walled garden. But you can't actually see anything - all of the windows with a viewpoint of the 1A garden has privacy film on it that blurs the view. It's very good privacy film. Believe me, I tried.

A head-on view of the KP 1A garden.

KP with the Queen Victoria statue. It was designed by one of her daughters.

The visitor's entrance to the State Apartments. The pergola was installed as part of the Diamond Jubilee celebrations.

A close-up of the pergola.

Part of the Memorial Gates, at the corner of Hyde Park. It's also called the Commonwealth Memorial Gates, celebrating armed forces from India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Africa, and the Caribbean who served for Britain in the world wars.

The collection of wreaths and flowers there on the left are the tributes from the previous year's Remembrance Day at the Cenotaph.

Close-up of the tributes

About the Memorial Gates.

The Royal Artillery Memorial, a WW1 memorial.

Another view

It was startling to see people climbing on the memorial for photos or to take a closer look, like in this photo and the one above. At most of the DC memorials, visitors don't get this close unless the memorial is designed to be interactive, like the Vietnam War Memorial.

Side view

A closeup of the inscription

The Australian War Memorial

A closeup

Another view

The Wellington Arch

A close-up of the gates at Buckingham Palace

Peeking through the gates at the iconic balcony

The Diana Memorial Walk covers seven miles and takes you around to places associated with Diana during her life.

The Jubilee Greenway is a walking and biking route through central London celebrating The Queen's Diamond Jubilee, the 2012 Olympics, and the 2012 Paralympics.

I did the Buckingham Palace Summer Opening. No photos allowed inside, but we could take all the photos we wanted once in the gardens.

While I was on the tour, there were dozens of people taking covert photos (and video) of BP. I am too Type A to even think about trying, but I did get the souvenir book and I was happy with that!

The theme for the 2018 Summer Opening was about Charles, celebrating his 70th birthday and the upcoming 50th anniversary of his Prince of Wales investiture. I remember one of the rooms was filled with gifts he had received throughout his life. I don't remember much specifics, but they were all really beautiful. Some of the tapestries that Charles had received were absolutely stunning.

Another view of the back of Buckingham Palace.

Under those tents on the patio was a small cafe and a children's activity area. There was also a gift shop but it was separate from the palace, set up in trailers next to very fancy portapotties.

Speaking of gift shops, Paul (the tour guide) is very upset with Banksy because the title of Paul's tour guide memoirs was going to be "Exit Through the Gift Shop" - because nearly every tourist destination, museum, and cultural attraction ends with a gift shop. Unfortuanately for Paul, "Exit Through the Gift Shop" is the name of Banksy's excellent documentary.

Some of the gardens at Buckingham Palace.

To exit the Summer Opening tour, you leave through one of the garden paths. It's a great way to see some of the foliage and a lot of the plants, and very serene.

Another view of the gardens, with Buckingham Palace peeking through.

Not pictured is the ice cream pavilion tucked away in the woods. It was a wonderful sweet treat! (You bet I got some Buckingham Palace ice cream.)

Leaving London, en route to Heathrow. When the driver learned that I'd come to celebrate my birthday in England and that I loved the royal family, he took a special detour to take me down The Mall so I could see the view of Buckingham Palace on approach. It was splendid.

Still to come - the KP State Apartments Tour, the Victoria exhibit, the tiaras, the Diana exhibit, The Crown's costume exhibit, and a whole bunch of Harry Potter.

[jiminsass-istant]

https://www.tumblr.com/jiminsass-istant/757347061963374592/who-watched-the-leaked-trailer-from-disney-hotstar?source=share

I did lol when i saw ppl saying it's released in my country but of course i didn't say anything to anyone 😂

Funny thing is it's first found by a jk (closeted or full on tkkr who doens't like jm) acct @97ARCHIEVES. And now mfkrs(tkkrs) are posting pics cropping jm out and using one part of jk saying "I miss our members" as a gotcha moment 😭 like y'all say u won't watch the show yet the first one in line to tune in?? Going"i think this was unscripted guys 🥹" Lmaoo. It's a big jk acct btw found under TK kissing fan arts going "omg" so you know how that works. This jk acct didn't even retweet travel show announcements or promotions just has been using jk's pics cropping jm to post since the first time the show was announced, mfkr had no problem going "Jungkook with taehyung??" When tae dropped those pictures but sure won't post a single jm pic. Has history of being jm and jkk anti anyways with 320k+ followers

Lol. Thanks for summarizing all events of past 1 hour, anon. I was fully online and saw everything live.

Of course a tkker LOL. So tuned in. Are they from india too? the big jk page? No wonder they saw it first. So tuned in.

The "i miss members" XD XD. I just knew they would use THAT. They will ignore all the wholesome moments because they are hungry for screenshots taken out of context. That's what they do. It's kinda funny seeing their struggle since the travel show was announced. Actually since they enlisted..no wait..actually since they travelled together in NY.

Anyway, I'm not gonna entertain too much TKker discourse unless there's good material to troll. Insignificant Spoilers ahead:

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[armynoonas]

September

January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August

Days remaining: 🐨 282 🐱 292 🐿 46 🐥 283 🐻 282 🐰 283 🐹 is home 💜

Week 24 Jin’s Discharge & FESTA Week 28 ARMY Day & Torchbearer Jin Week 29 Torchbearer Jin

Week 36 (02-08)

Highlights: Right People, Wrong Place - World Premiere: Busan International Film Festival, Special Trailer NEVA PLAY (feat. RM) [Official Video] Run Jin - EP.4 | A Dangerous Invitation from Jin Are You Sure?! - Season Poster (Winter ver.)☃️ Jimin The Truth Untold - Exhibition Announcement Tae on Weverse - Post w/Tannie, answering comments Tae on KakaoTalk GC I AM STILL - Preview 1 - Seven, Special Posters, Special Photos, Official Photo 2

Week 37 (09-15)

Highlights: Joon Day - Weverse post, Instagram post 1, post 2, 2024 RM DAY, Joon’s Birthday!! RPWP - Busan Film Fest Run Jin EP.5 - A Dangerous Invitation from Jin 2 Hobi on Instagram Tae on Instagram

Week 38 (16-22)

Highlights: 2024 Chuseok Greeting Joon on Weverse - part 1, part 2 Jin Weverse Live Run Jin - EP.6 - The Prince of Tennis Jin x Fred Jewellery, reel 1, reel 2, photos 1, photos 2 Hobi on Weverse - Chuseok Greetings Hobi on Instagram - stories w/Tae, IU concert story 1, story 2, story 3, story 4 Are You Sure?! - PHOTOBOOK Visualizer, Episode Highlights, Preview in USA🗽, Preview in Jeju🏝️, Preview in Sapporo⛄️ Tae on Instagram - stories, IU concert JK on Weverse - Chuseok Greetings JUNG KOOK: I AM STILL

Milan Fashion Week: Jin on Weverse, Jin on Instagram, Jin on Instagram (afterparty) W Korea reel 1, reel 2 Madame FIGARO reel 1, reel 2, photos VOGUE Taiwan reel VOGUE India reel Cosmopolitan Korea reel 1, reel 2 Esquire Korea reel 1, reel 2 L'Officiel Singapore reel BAZAAR Taiwan reel marie claire reel 1, reel 2 WWD Japan reel eyesmag reel Gucci on Twitter

Week 39 (23-29)

Highlights: Coldplay on Twitter - My Universe Anniversary Busan Film Festival on Instagram - RM:RPWP 2024 UK Music Video Awards Jin on Weverse Run Jin EP.7 | The New Channel Owner Hobi on Instagram - post, stories Jimin Exhibition ‘The Truth Untold : 전하지 못한 진심’ Teaser Video ✨ Ma Sunho on Instagram - new Tae pic JUNG KOOK: I AM STILL - Official Photo 4

[mileapo]

ELLE Exclusive: Mile And Apo Chat About Their Upcoming Movie Man Suang

ELLE: Did you expect such long queues of fans awaiting you in India?

Mile & Apo (M & A): India was always on our bucket list to visit and explore, all thanks to its rich culture and diversity. And when it comes to the fans, we actually did have an idea of our Indian fanbase because our tags are always filled with their appreciative posts. But such a huge welcome was totally unexpected! The moment we saw fans waiting for us at the airport, we were ecstatic, to say the least.

ELLE: How did you embody your new characters in Man Suang?

Apo: We had several workshops with the director to get into the characters, as we had to go back in time to represent them. I also gave myself a lot of time to master this traditional Thai dance; its glimpse can be seen in the trailer, and it is now one of my favourite takeaways from the shoot.

Mile: I studied the way people used to live back in that time period because there were very rare representations of that time in movies or series for us. I researched the politics of this era, as well as the migration or export and import of culture, as multicultural representation is a big part of my character. I also learned to play some traditional musical instruments which is something new for me.

ELLE: Describe your characters’ roles in the film.

Apo: My character’s name is Khem; he is like an underdog in that era’s social scenario. He has this aspiration to climb the social ladder. Khem is a layperson who’s from a slave community. So to go above and beyond in this social drama, he uses traditional Thai dance. And as we know, Man Suang is a place for entertainment for up-per-class people. This is where anyone can be anything they want without being judged. And this is a mystery for him because this place is where class barriers are broken.

Mile: I play this character called Khun Chat, whom I would describe as a very sorted and defined man with a clear goal and a vivid mission, and he’s really true to him-self and his goal. Since day one, he’s the same person, and this is portrayed through the beauty and aesthetic of the movie. And along the journey, you will see the layers of his thoughts and character develop.

ELLE: What makes Man Suang different from other mystery or suspense films made in Thailand?

Apo: For me, it is the uniqueness of the story, which showcases an extremely different era, as well as the different sexuality of the characters, which will come to life through this set of hardworking actors. It’s not the typical static movie; this one is round and dynamic. There is a much-needed grey area in everyone’s character; nobody’s too good or too bad, which will be seen in a very organic way for the plot development.

Mile: The biggest key is the naturalness of each character, and that brings charm to the story. Man Suang has a cast that plays these diverse characters, and the plot itself deals with numerous issues that have some complexity, be it through the music, the suspense of the story, or the aesthetics.

ELLE: Which was your favourite scene to shoot for the film?

M & A: The shoot was overall a very different experience for both of us. And when it comes to our favourite shot or scene, we will surely say it has to be our emotional scenes because that’s where we feel more connected to our characters. And we expect that’s where the audience will see our characters in a different light as well.

ELLE: Will Man Suang release in India?

M & A: That is something we are surely hoping for. No matter which channels people can watch it on, we would love it to reach a global audience because its story is a mixture of cultures–whether it’s Thai, Chinese or even Indian. One of the biggest reasons for making this movie is to showcase our Thai culture to an international audience.

[vernanonix]

With Pokemon Legends Z-A releasing in 2025, we’re probably looking at Gen 10 releasing, or being announced at least, for the 30th anniversary and releasing sometime in 2026 as part of the 30th anniversary celebration. I’m ok with Gen 10 and the 30th anniversary coinciding like this as they’re both major milestones, but I’m also iffy on how TPCI will handle Gen 10.

Like, on one hand, Game Freak likes to lean hard into Gen 1 nostalgia. But on the other hand, everything about the PLZA (can we call it “Plaza”?) trailer says they’re listening to the fanbase for once - i.e. the later release date, Pokemon Z actually happening, and Megas returning.

So what could happen with Gen 10? I have some guesses that maybe I’ll expand into two bingo cards eventually: one for hopes and one for realistic expectations. For now though…

Hopes:

New region set around Italy, India, or China

A new mega-esquse mechanic

A soft reboot similar to Black and White (no old Pokemon can be caught until post-game)

Full national dex available after beating the game

Return of the Battle Frontier

Realistic expectations:

Kanto/Johto part 3 (like how GSC was Kanto part 2)

A weird and uninspired battle mechanic (hello Dynamax)

Kanto pokemon thrown in your face every 10 minutes with some Johto mixed in

Pikachu gets a new form and a new hat

Still limited to 400 pokemon until DLC

Burned Tower is now a Battle Tower

I mean, it could honestly go either way.

[entailglobal]

The Role of Automotive Exporters in the Global Economy

The automotive industry has long been a pillar of global economic development.  It connects nations through a complex web of trade, technology, and innovation, driving significant contributions to GDP and employment worldwide.  Among the various contributors to this global sector, automotive products exporters in Gujarat play a crucial role in cementing India’s position as a key player in the global automotive market.

The Rising Importance of Automotive Exports

Automotive exports have become a cornerstone of international trade.  From passenger cars to commercial vehicles, spare parts, and other components, the automotive sector’s products are in constant demand globally.  Emerging markets in Asia, Africa, and South America are hungry for affordable, high-quality automotive products, and nations like India are stepping up to fulfill these needs.

India, being one of the largest automotive markets in the world, has not only catered to domestic demands but has also established itself as a significant exporter.  Gujarat, in particular, has emerged as a hub for automotive production and export.  With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, world-class infrastructure, and a business-friendly environment, the region has become home to some of the top 10 automotive products exporters in Gujarat.

Gujarat:  The Automotive Export Hub of India

Gujarat’s strategic location, robust port infrastructure, and pro-industrial policies make it a natural choice for automotive manufacturers and exporters.  The state’s ports, such as Mundra and Kandla, enable seamless export operations to global markets.  Additionally, Gujarat’s proximity to major industrial clusters enhances its appeal as a center for automotive exports.

Some of the top 10 exporters of automotive products operate from Gujarat, leveraging the state’s logistical advantages and skilled workforce.  These companies specialize in a diverse range of products, including:

Passenger Vehicles:  Compact cars, sedans, and SUVs.

Commercial Vehicles:  Trucks, buses, and trailers.

Auto Components:  Engine parts, brakes, clutches, and transmission systems.

Electric Vehicles (EVs):  Batteries, chargers, and EV-specific components.

Key Contributions of Automotive Exporters

Automotive exporters from Gujarat and other parts of India contribute significantly to the global economy.  Here are some of their key contributions:

Employment Generation:  Export-oriented automotive companies create numerous job opportunities.  From manufacturing to logistics and sales, the industry employs millions directly and indirectly, ensuring economic stability for many families.

Boosting India’s Economy:  The automotive sector accounts for a significant portion of India’s exports.  By shipping vehicles and components to over 100 countries, automotive exporters strengthen India’s balance of trade and foreign exchange reserves.

Technology Transfer:  Collaborations with international partners often lead to the adoption of cutting-edge technologies.  Indian automotive exporters benefit from this knowledge exchange, enhancing their manufacturing capabilities and global competitiveness.

Improved Standards:  To meet international demands, automotive exporters in Gujarat adhere to stringent quality and environmental standards.  This not only boosts the reputation of Indian-made products but also raises the bar for domestic markets.

Top Automotive Products Exporters in Gujarat

Gujarat is home to some of the top 10 exporters in India, specializing in automotive products.  These companies have achieved global recognition for their commitment to quality, innovation, and timely delivery.  Some of their key attributes include:

Global Reach:  Extensive networks in Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia.

Sustainability Practices:  Adoption of eco-friendly manufacturing processes to meet global environmental regulations.

Customer-Centric Approach:  Customized solutions tailored to the specific needs of international clients.

India’s Automotive Export Strengths

The success of automotive products exporters in Gujarat is a testament to India’s broader strengths in the automotive sector.  Here are some factors that give Indian exporters a competitive edge:

Cost Advantage:  Indian manufacturers offer high-quality automotive products at competitive prices, making them attractive to cost-conscious international buyers.

Diverse Product Range:  From two-wheelers to heavy-duty vehicles and specialized auto parts, Indian exporters cater to a wide array of market needs.

Strong R&D Focus:  Indian companies invest heavily in research and development to stay ahead in innovation, particularly in the EV segment.

Government Support:  Policies such as the 'Make in India' initiative and export incentives encourage Indian companies to expand their global footprint.

Challenges and Opportunities

While India’s automotive exporters, including the top 10 exporters of automotive products from Gujarat, have achieved significant milestones, they also face challenges:

Global Competition:  Exporters must compete with established players from countries like Germany, Japan, and South Korea.

Regulatory Barriers:  Varying import regulations and standards in different countries can complicate export operations.

Supply Chain Disruptions:  Events like the COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions can impact the availability of raw materials and shipping routes.

However, these challenges present opportunities for innovation and growth.  By embracing digital technologies, enhancing supply chain resilience, and diversifying export markets, automotive exporters can secure their place among the best exporters in India.

Future Prospects

The global shift towards sustainability and green mobility opens new avenues for automotive exporters.  Electric vehicles and related components are expected to dominate exports in the coming years.  Gujarat’s manufacturers are already investing in EV technology, ensuring their readiness to meet future demands.

Additionally, partnerships with global OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and participation in international trade fairs will help Indian exporters showcase their capabilities to a broader audience.

Why Gujarat Stands Out

Among the top 10 exporters in Gujarat, the state’s automotive sector shines due to its:

Strategic Initiatives:  Government-backed policies that promote exports.

Robust Infrastructure:  Advanced manufacturing facilities and ports.

Skilled Workforce:  Availability of technically proficient labor.

These factors make Gujarat a preferred destination for global buyers seeking reliable automotive products exporters.

Conclusion

The role of automotive exporters in the global economy cannot be overstated.  They not only drive economic growth but also foster innovation and international collaboration.  As India continues to establish itself as a global automotive powerhouse, the contribution of automotive products exporters in Gujarat remains indispensable.

Whether you are looking at the top 10 automotive products exporters in Gujarat or the top 10 exporters in India, their commitment to excellence and sustainability is a common thread.  As the industry evolves, these exporters are poised to lead India’s charge into a future defined by green mobility, advanced technology, and robust global trade.

In a rapidly changing world, automotive exporters from Gujarat and India as a whole stand out as beacons of quality, innovation, and reliability.  Their journey of excellence underscores why they are among the best exporters in India, contributing to the nation’s growing stature on the global stage.

[tierra-paldeana]

( ge.eta-related fun facts! )

// okay, here comes a ge.eta-related infodump-

as someone from spain, i need to say that ge.eta isn't really south asian/indian, but ca.lé (iberian, and especially spanish, ro.mani). i am aware that ro.mani people in general have been suggested to have originated in india though, which explains this widespread belief in the fandom i guess?, and if true would mean it isn't 100% incorrect (i thought it was outright confirmed but apparently it's still debated? apologies if i'm wrong on that front), but there's plenty of proof in her design, team set-up and even her battle theme to demonstrate that she's cal.é/rom.ani

(as a disclaimer, while i am not ca.lé myself, i am from spain and live in an area widely populated by ca.lé people, so i am just giving my two cents, as ca.lé people have influenced and created very representative parts of our culture as a whole, and should be talked about more often!):

her battle theme features instruments and cadences that are common in flamenco (spanish guitar) and pasodoble (trumpets), with flamenco being a spanish music genre which has been agreed upon was created by the andalusian ca.lé, and pasodoble being also a music genre that's prominently featured in bullfighting, whose origins aren't all very clear, but is agreed to have both spanish and french origins (which ties into things that are discussed below). while i'm not super familiar with the french side of things, chunks of her theme are also extremely reminiscent of music featured in the kalos games.

design wise, she follows the very common artistic representation, from her beautifully thick eyebrows to the golden accents in her clothes and bits in her parted pitch black hair and even in her eyes - golden accessories, especially worn around the neck, are a symbol of high status and wealth in ca.lé society, tying nicely into her champion position.

most ca.lé people live in spain, with smaller populations in portugal and southern france, and this is mirrored in her Pokémon team, with Pokémon first introduced in paldea (espathra, glimmora, kingambit, veluza) and kalos (gogoat, avalugg + chesnaught in the DLC). espathra being in her team and being based on an ostrich and on cleopatra could also be a nod to the (very erroneous, mind you) belief that ro.mani people originated from egypt.

her english and spanish names, gee.ta and ságita, both reference the scientific name of the threeleaf arrowhead (Sa(gitta)ria trifolia), as well as sound very similar to the spanish exonym used by payos (non-calé) to refer to the ro.mani, gitan.o. sagitta comes from latin (meaning 'arrow'), which imo lends itself into the zodiac constellation Sagittarius, referencing ties rom.ani/ca.lé people have to fortune-telling, seen as an exclusively female profession in their culture.

there's probably other things that i'm missing or have forgotten, but those were the ones that stood out to me the most- from the moment i saw her in the first trailers, she struck me as super familiar in vibes, and after a bit of both digging and consideration, i feel super happy to see such nice ca.lé representation in a pokémon game based on the iberian peninsula, my homeland!

while doing research for this, i learned that the exonym used to refer to romani people in english and the one in spanish come from the same erroneous belief that they came from egypt. in english, said exonym can be and is often viewed by english-speaking ro.mani people as offensive, but the spanish equivalent isn't really seen that way where i live, which is why i use the spanish one but not the english one! just wanted to clarify-

[stellarred]

THE DATA CONNECTION

The scene in ST: Picard Season 1: Et in Arcadia Ego Pt 2, where Picard's soul meets Data, keeps turning over and over in my head.

I think of how Data revealed a hand of Q cards in the very beginning of the series, so clearly Q had something to do with that. What better person to help Q reach Jean-Luc Picard than his "professor of Humanities?"

Did Q use Data to help him connect with Picard in the end of Season 1? Was Data being used as a channel for Q?

There are meta-analyses posted by other Tumblrs, describing how Q is represented by a butterfly.

*******

"I am the gentle flutter of a butterfly."

"Humans with your griefs and pains... are like butterflies with your wings pinned."

*******

It was a butterfly, or rather, a moon moth that essentially led Picard's soul to Data, and then to Picard's synth body, created by Dr. Soong.

Data even remarked as he released a butterfly from his hand (As in: "Open your hand, Data. Follow me, the butterfly, Picard!"--Q), that "A butterfly that lives forever isn't a butterfly." That sounds a bit odd that "Data" said that. Who lives forever, and is leading Picard to the synth body, thus saving Picard from death?

It's possible that it was Data that Picard was speaking to. But, what if Q was also talking, too? Through Data?

Data said something about Picard dreaming of him. Picard then happily said that he dreamed of Data all the time.

But, how interesting it is that Q was part of Picard's dream with Data in it. How many times has Q been hinted at in Picard's dreams?

What I'm saying is that Picard isn't ready to have Q in his familiar form with, dark, luscious hair and all in Picard's dream.

Picard would still see Q as an enemy, and his stubborness, since he has so much repressed love for Q, would call it a nightmare, not a dream.

So, Q would have to be hinted at. In plain sight, and yet, hidden from being so obvious.

So, instead what if Q essentially "piggybacked" on Data to reach Picard in his dreams?

The other thing that I, as an audience member hoped, was when Data got Picard to say that he loved him, Q was also trying to hear Picard say those words to him, albeit indirectly to him.

If Q is manifesting himself as the butterfly, and has used Data (That sounds nasty to put it that way, I know.) as a means of reaching Picard, then wouldn't Q also want to feel in some way, Picard saying that he loves him?

Receiving Picard's love is Q's greatest desire. I wouldn't put it past him to find a roundabout way of getting Picard to say that he loves him.

The last thing I noticed is how when you start to see objects in the darkened room where Data is sitting across from Picard, there are Hindu figurines on the table, such as a Buddha figure, (Buddhism was also in India) an Indian-looking tower-like object, and a third object that looked potentially Indian. The camera focuses on these objects very quickly, but it also focuses on them twice, once in the opening of the scene and a second time around the moment when Picard gets up out of the chair to step into the light. What's so special about these objects that we see them twice? In Picard's sitting room. With a faceless mantle clock and the cosmos sparkling overhead? Who's the interior decorator here?

A meta-analysis done on Q's clothing at the end of Season 3 revealed that the eight-pointed star brooch on Q's costume was a navaratna with rubies, which just so happen to be Picard's birthstone. It's extremely interesting that there was the, for lack of a better word, the Indian connection with Q's red and black costume brooch in S3 and the objects of Indian design in the final episode of S1.

In Season 1, if Q is involved in Picard's "dream" with Q (Queen) cards (Season 2 trailer reveal!) and later with this mysterious butterfly that pretty much saves his Favorite's life ("I am the gentle flutter of a butterfly " Season 2), why not a third connection? (Q's interesting choice in jewelry in Season 3).

There are simply too many odd connectors for it all to be coincidence.

My curiosity lies in how Data ultimately fits in Q's role in this.

Q IS present in Season 1.

Did Data serve as a connection for Q to help create a connection between himself and Picard?

****Just a quck mention: When I listened very carefully during the second that Data lays down the Q cards in Episode 1, I swear I thought I heard a two-second "fluttering" sound.

I looked up on YouTube the sound of butterflies flitting around.

I listened to one video of a group of butterflies flitting their wings, and I heard the same sound.

You'd have to turn your volume way up when Data shows the five cards. But, I swear I thought I heard a 1-2 second sound of wings flapping.

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More thoughts about Dunki

I wrote my review right after seeing the film, because I was off to spend a couple of weeks in the bush right after and wouldn't have internet. Now I've had more time to think about it, I've got a few additional thoughts.

The first half of the film is stronger than the second half. It's not because the second half is bad, but because it's missing a beat, to drive home the themes and really pay off the tragedy at the end.

What it needed was a sequence about the humdrum life of living as a refugee in England, with the main goal of working and making money, in a country that doesn't feel like home, and not having much of a life of their own. It wouldn't even need to be long - maybe 7 to 10 minutes. A series of jump cuts of Manu driving her taxi as she steadily gets older, maybe watching life happen in the back seat via her rearview mirror, or as she expands and hires other dunki arrivals who have managed to get visas by claiming refugee status, and perhaps with her starting to take pills for headaches. And/or Balli working his way up from statue to overworked sewing machinist to tailor who hires other dunki arrivals, always sending money home, but with never enough money to marry. Although honestly, I can't be the only one that assumed Balli and Buggu were a couple, right? And that's a big part of why they wanted to leave India? It's the only thing that makes sense, because surely all three of them wouldn't really be single all that time! Making that more overt would have added to the characterisation and overall tragedy of the story - especially the ending, when they are back in India.

It would be harder to add in a bridging sequence like that for Hardy, just because of the way the film is structured, but it could still have been done - showing him acting as the replacement son for Manu's parents, and doing tasks for them.

The story needed that sense of time passing to link the flashback sequences better to the current day sequences, to emphasise all that they had lost and won - their rising wealth, but more importantly their rising regret for what they had to give up to achieve that wealth.

With that extra beat, the themes would have been deepened, but it would also have made the ending more poignant.

The more I think about the emotional shape of the film, the more that gap bothers me. There isn't enough sense of four lives not-fully-lived as a result of the dunki trip and the regrets that brings with it.

Anyway, I still enjoyed the movie. Not enough to see it again at the cinema, but I'll definitely watch it again on streaming, and I still recommend it. It has a lot to enjoy, despite my quibbles.

I suspect that a lot of people who have written reviews saying Dunki is boring were expecting an action film like Pathaan or Jawan. Expectations can ruin a film if they are off target, and the terrible trailers really didn't help in that regard. Dunki does have some action sequences, but it's not an action movie. Go in expecting something more like Swades, but a tragicomedy. That should set you up to enjoy it.

[mariacallous]

In 2010, Indian actor Shah Rukh Khan starred in a film called My Name Is Khan that served as a critique of Islamophobia in the United States in the post-9/11 era. In the movie, Khan goes on a journey to the United States to meet the American president and tell him that having an Islamic last name doesn’t make him a terrorist. In real life, however, his name has made him a target at home.

A year after Narendra Modi became India’s prime minister in 2014, Khan said there was a climate of intolerance in the country that “will take us to the dark ages.” Two days later, a senior leader of the governing Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and an acolyte of Modi, Yogi Adityanath, said Khan spoke the language of terrorists and equated him to the mastermind of the 2008 Mumbai terrorism attacks. Adityanath threatened Khan, saying he would be out of business if a “huge mass” of Indians, implying Hindus, boycotted his films. Since then, fringe political outfits linked to the BJP—and even some BJP leaders—have repeatedly attacked Khan.

The latest attack began when the trailer of Khan’s latest film, Pathaan, was released last month. Hindu nationalists of the BJP and those linked to the party expressed three major objections. First, that actress Deepika Padukone should not have worn a saffron-hued bikini in a song titled “Besharam Rang” because saffron is a sacred color in Hinduism. Second, the bikini was a few centimeters too revealing to be approved by the far right’s cultural police. And third, and more tellingly perhaps, they slandered Khan for his fitness, questioning whether the 57-year-old’s chiseled “six-pack” abdomen could possibly be real.

The charges were ludicrous. Bollywood actresses have worn saffron in sensuous songs before, but it’s never been so controversial. Moreover, Padukone wore a green skirt and several other colors in the song. The attack didn’t make sense, but it was nonetheless vicious. One protester on air, who was later revealed to be an actor himself, dared Khan to dress his daughter in a green bikini instead of Padukone, a Hindu actress. Green is a sacred color in Islam, and Khan’s wife is also Hindu.

“Had Deepika worn a saffron bikini opposite a Hindu actor, there would have been no controversy,” Hartosh Singh Bal, political editor of the Caravan, told Foreign Policy from Delhi in a phone interview. “It is all because [Khan] is a Muslim.” Several male Indian actors have flaunted abs before, and rare have they met with such ridicule.

Many people believe that the insidious campaign to discredit Khan emerges out of Hindu nationalists’ broader effort to humiliate minorities into accepting their secondary status in a country they want to claim for themselves. There have been frequent calls by the BJP to turn India into a theocratic state—a Hindu rashtra or a country predominantly of and for Hindus. As part of that bid, they hope to control Bollywood itself, the country’s biggest cultural force and its most effective messenger.

After #BoycottPathaan trended on Twitter, #BoycottBollywood soon followed. There were several well-crafted tweets, as if coordinated with one another, calling on directors to change their scripts and fall in line—or risk a total boycott. But this was not the first time Bollywood came under attack. Scholars who studied the trend between August 1 and September 12 discovered thousands of ghost accounts created over these months that solely tweeted with the hashtag #BoycottBollywood. More than 300 accounts each tweeted over 1,000 tweets on Bollywood over that nearly month and a half, “suggesting organized behavior,” said Joyojeet Pal, an assistant professor at the University of Michigan who conducted the study. Junior politicians of the BJP and of its affiliates were also discovered to be pushing the content.

Outrage on social media was to a large extent manufactured, but it is hard to say how many Indians genuinely approved of the sentiment. An investigation by news website the Wire revealed that many of the news stories that defamed Khan and called for Pathaan’s boycott reflected the views of political partisans rather than genuine protesters. Meanwhile, Pathaan has enjoyed enormous ticket sales, a resounding rejection of the calls to boycott Khan’s movies and Bollywood more generally.

Fans thronged cinemas in cities across India and at screenings abroad to see Khan return to the screen after a four-year hiatus. The controversies instigated around him—including outright falsehoods about how he had supposedly donated millions of dollars to Pakistan and was caught spitting at the funeral of Indian singer Lata Mangeshkar—did little to dampen public enthusiasm for his movie.

As Khan hopped between buildings, dived off planes, and walked on the facade of a skyscraper, all to save India from a terrorist attack, Indians across faiths seemed proud that Bollywood could also produce its own version of Mission Impossible and were eager to applaud Khan’s reinvention from romantic heartthrob to action hero. Even Indians abroad, who are arguably among the biggest believers in Hindu nationalism, rushed to screenings in the United Arab Emirates, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany. The movie has reportedly smashed box office records in India, and in the first 16 days since its release, it earned nearly $10 million.

Meera Rizvi, a professional scriptwriter whose maternal ancestors were ethnic Pashtuns like Khan’s, said she had little interest in watching the movie but attended a screening as an act of resistance to bullying from Hindu nationalists. “Bullies have been empowered by the right-wing government, and they think they can do whatever they want,” Rizvi said. “I went to see the movie to stand up against the bullying Khan has been subjected to.” Many others said they believed it was all a useless controversy. Anju Dhawan, an interior designer, said she didn’t understand why there was controversy at all. “Shah Rukh is an actor. Hindu, Muslim has nothing to do with it,” she told Foreign Policy from Karnal, India.

The crowds, however, did not indicate a rejection of political polarization. At least two highly educated professionals FP spoke to believe in Hindu nationalist propaganda, making unsubstantiated allegations against Khan. Political analysts told FP that Pathaan’s success did not indicate a change of mood in a nation still in thrall of Modi and the BJP’s broader political agenda. “It showed that Hindu nationalists still do not have the ability to wipe out the appeal of a celebrity who is a Muslim, just like Indians would cheer a Muslim cricketer,” Bal said. “It didn’t mean the mood of the country has gone a certain way.”

Last week, Indian press reported that Modi called on his ministers to refrain from making unnecessary comments that overshadow the government’s developmental work. But that message has come far too late to rein in the mob, said filmmaker Anurag Kashyap. “It was about controlling their own people. Things have gone out of hand now,” Kashyap said. “When you stay silent, you empower prejudice and you empower hatred. It has now got so much empowered that it is a power in itself. The mob is out of control now.”

[tipsyjaehyun]

Hi Rain!!

Share your thoughts about "class". Please. I have watched it and totally fell in love with faruqdhruv!! The chemistry was insane man! I didn't expect this!! They gave me feels!! After watching a lot of bl shows all over the world, my country giving a couple with pure chemistry, I'm bit giddy..oofff. they deserve a fandom for sure and i'm in it. I liked veersaba's chemistry as well. Actors were so good.Overall I enjoyed watching the show. Now I want season 2..

i haven't watched elite, dropped after 1 or2 episodes, cuz i didn't get a grip. Class got me hooked up right from the trailer. And now I think i'm falling into class fandom. But no one else is giving the hype it deserve, and no one is talking about it. Idk. Just saw ur post about, got hyped up since I knew you from young royals fandom, so yeah!!!!!

I'm from India, btw.

Hello! This took me a long time to answer (hello Sunday!), but I’m finally here. And getting to meet people from Young Royals fandom is like a major throwback, so hello again, old friend! (´▽`ʃ♡ƪ)

So, first of all, being from India and seeing mainstream queer Indian shows has been, well, not so nice experience. We have seen many queer sub-characters come up in shows like The Fame Game, Cobalt Blue, Four More Shots Please, etc. but I personally have never seen an Indian show give its queer characters a love story, which is full of pining and longing and romance and intimacy and silly texts, just like their “straight” counterparts.

So, you can imagine my surprise when I watched Class. Faruq and Dhruv were the best part of the show for me. They gave us everything with FaruqDhruv! Teenage infatuation, fascination, missing someone, wanting to be with them, first love, bliss, first time, literally everything. And the best thing was they did not shy away from showing us the realistic part of being a queer teenager in an Indian household. The blatant homophobia, pressure of coming out, wanting to tell your friends but being scared of their reaction, etc.

And the last scene… Uff! I’ll be replaying that scene forever. When Faruq says, “Main aa gaya (I’m here),” I got goosebumps! One of my other favourite scenes was the rooftop scene, when Faruq told Dhruv about his uncle. The entire aesthetic – music, cinematography, colouring, everything, was so on point. I’m so glad the makers of the show took their time with them and gave us such a perfect sweet couple.

And finally, I’m sure you’ll be glad to know that Netflix would probably have them make 3 seasons of the show, so we’ll definitely get FaruqDhruv back later this year or early next year! And just like you, I cannot wait to have them back!

[salmankhanholics]

★ Maneesh Sharma on directing Salman Khan in Tiger 3, “Want to portray Tiger like I’ve seen him as a movie buff”!

Sep 28, 2023

Yash Raj Films released ‘Tiger Ka Message’ video yesterday, which was like a prelude before the trailer of the highly anticipated Tiger 3. The video became viral and added onto the excitement for the film. This is the third film in the franchise, which stars Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, after Ek Tha Tiger (2012) and Tiger Zinda Hai (2017), which were directed by Kabir Khan and Ali Abbas Zafar respectively.

Maneesh Sharma has taken over the reigns for Tiger 3. Speaking about taking charge of the franchise and his aim, he said in a statement, “Over the last decade, Tiger had become perhaps the most iconic character in Bollywood. And getting the opportunity to take over the reins, to take his story forward came with an inexplicable excitement. I want to portray Tiger like I’ve seen him as a movie buff - larger than life, towering over you with his star power. I am excited that I get to add a deeper layer to his journey.”

In ‘Tiger Ka Message’, it was revealed that Salman aka Tiger is in peril after being framed as Enemy Number 1 of India. This video sets up the plot of the film that will show how Tiger goes on a life-threatening mission to hunt down his enemies in this vengeful action entertainer. Tiger wants to clear his name for his country, for his family and he won’t stop at nothing.

Sharing what all is at stake this time around, Sharma added, “This time, it’s not only about saving India, but about standing up for himself and his family. And for a man, for Tiger, that is the core of who you are - an area where each one (even Tiger!) feels vulnerable. And he will do it with a vengeance. India’s No 1 agent is India’s Enemy No 1 this time and I think people will have fun watching this edge of the seat action entertainer!”

Interestingly, Aditya Chopra, the head honcho of Yash Raj Films, ideated the video and came up with a dialogue that has gone viral. Added Sharma,

“We are also delighted to see how the dialogue ‘Jab Tak Tiger Mara Nahin, Tab Tak Tiger Haara Nahin’ has gone viral! The video was conceptualised and written by Aditya Chopra and this dialogue is also a masterstroke from him! It’s a total paisa vasool big screen dialogue that will create hysteria when Salman says it on screen!”

Tiger 3 is a part of the YRF Spy Universe, which kicked off in 2012 with Ek Tha Tigerfollowed by Tiger Zinda Hai (2017), War (2019), and Pathaan (2023). It was Ek Tha Tiger and Tiger Zinda Hai’s humongous success that cemented Aditya Chopra’s belief that he could introduce two more larger-than-life spy agents, Kabir aka Hrithik Roshan in War and Pathaan aka Shah Rukh Khan in the YRF Spy Universe. YRF intends to interconnect every spy film in the post-Pathaan world. Tiger 3 follows the events of Tiger Zinda Hai, War, and Pathaan.