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Time of India
14 hours ago
- Time of India
29-year-old dies after tree branch hits him while riding scooter in Bengaluru; case registered against forest officials
BENGALURU: An HR professional, severely injured after a tree branch fell on him Sunday, died at a private hospital in Jayanagar Thursday afternoon. Akshay M, 29, a resident of Srinivasanagar in Banashankari first stage, was riding a scooter when the tree branch fell on him on June 15. Based on his elder brother Benakaraj's complaint, Hanumantha Nagar police registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita section 105 (punishment for culpable homicide not amounting to murder) against the range forest officer (RFO), district forest officer (DFO) of BBMP and other officials. Akshay, who was working for a private firm at Rajajinagar, suffered injuries when he went out to buy meat to prepare lunch for his father's birthday. According to Kanakaraj, the doctors treating Akshay declared him 'brain dead' after 48 hours of treatment. "We had paid an interim bill of Rs 4 lakh and compensation of Rs 5 lakh," said BLG Swamy, DCF, BBMP. The tree branch fell right on his head near Shri Brahma Chaitanya Mandira when he was riding helmetless. He lost balance and the scooter skidded and hit a car parked on the roadside. Local residents who found him profusely bleeding rushed him to the hospital. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo Eyes donated, Akshay's family members donated his eyes. He was the only earning member in his family as his elder brother had lost his job a few months ago after meeting with an accident. He had lost his mother a year ago. BBMP trims tree, following the incident, BBMP forest officials trimmed the tree. Balaji Timmalapura, who helped rush Akshay to the hospital, said the civic body left the branches of the tree on the roadside after trimming.
Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Man injured, after tree branch falls on him while riding bike in Bengaluru, dies
Bengaluru: An HR professional, severely injured after a tree branch fell on him Sunday, died at a private hospital in Jayanagar Thursday afternoon. Akshay M, 29, a resident of Srinivasanagar in Banashankari first stage, was riding a scooter when the tree branch fell on him on June 15. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Based on his elder brother Benakaraj's complaint, Hanumantha Nagar police registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita section 105 (punishment for culpable homicide not amounting to murder) against the range forest officer (RFO), district forest officer (DFO) of BBMP and other officials. Akshay, who was working for a private firm at Rajajinagar, suffered injuries when he went out to buy meat to prepare lunch for his father's birthday. According to Kanakaraj, the doctors treating Akshay declared him 'brain dead' after 48 hours of treatment. "We had paid an interim bill of Rs 4 lakh and compensation of Rs 5 lakh," said BLG Swamy, DCF, BBMP. The tree branch fell right on his head near Shri Brahma Chaitanya Mandira when he was riding helmetless. He lost balance and the scooter skidded and hit a car parked on the roadside. Local residents who found him profusely bleeding rushed him to the hospital. Eyes donated Akshay's family members donated his eyes. He was the only earning member in his family as his elder brother had lost his job a few months ago after meeting with an accident. He had lost his mother a year ago. BBMP trims tree Following the incident, BBMP forest officials trimmed the tree. Balaji Timmalapura, who helped rush Akshay to the hospital, said the civic body left the branches of the tree on the roadside after trimming.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Akshay Kumar and Vishnu Manchu claim this iconic Hollywood movie franchise was inspired by the Ramayana
Actors Akshay Kumar and Vishnu Manchu are preparing for the release of their mythological drama Kannappa, a Telugu-language film that delves into one of the most revered devotional tales in Indian culture. Under the direction of Mukesh Kumar Singh and backed by producer Mohan Babu, the film explores the life and faith of Kannappa, an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva. Vishnu Manchu plays the titular role, while Akshay Kumar steps into the divine shoes of Shiva—marking his first appearance in a Telugu-language project. With a grand ensemble cast and high expectations, Kannappa is scheduled to hit cinemas on June 27. Exploring India's Untapped Story Vault During a recent promotional interaction with Bollywood Hungama, both Akshay and Vishnu discussed India's vast reservoir of mythology, folklore, and forgotten legends. They emphasized how the country holds an enormous library of tales that often go unnoticed or unadapted, even though they possess universal themes and cinematic potential. Akshay observed that many stories from Indian tradition have indirectly shaped the foundation of characters and plots that now define Western pop culture, especially in Hollywood . From his perspective, several iconic superhero narratives mirror themes drawn from Indian scriptures and epic storytelling. Even as he prepared for Kannappa, Akshay discovered mythological stories that were entirely new to him, reinforcing the belief that Indian lore remains an underexplored treasure trove for filmmakers. Tracing Western Inspiration to Indian Roots Vishnu Manchu expanded on Akshay's remarks by pointing to specific instances where Indian narratives have allegedly influenced global blockbusters. He mentioned that the structure and storyline of the Ramayana may have inspired the Star Wars saga—a theory that has been discussed in film circles for decades. Additionally, he brought attention to the story behind the Hollywood classic E.T. , which many believe drew heavily from an unproduced Indian screenplay. The origin of this claim dates back to the work of legendary Indian filmmaker Satyajit Ray . In the 1960s, Ray penned a science fiction script titled The Alien, centered on a friendly extraterrestrial who interacts with a young boy. The script reportedly made rounds in Hollywood but was never turned into a film. Years later, Steven Spielberg released E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial, bearing striking similarities to Ray's concept. Though Spielberg has never acknowledged the influence, the comparisons continue to fuel speculation about Hollywood borrowing ideas from Indian creators. A Star-Studded Devotional Spectacle Kannappa brings together a powerful lineup of actors, including Mohan Babu, R. Sarathkumar, Arpit Ranka, and Madhoo, among others. The film also features special cameo appearances by celebrated stars such as Mohanlal, Prabhas, and Kajal Aggarwal. Combining devotional passion with cinematic scale, the movie attempts to revive the tale of Kannappa for a new generation of audiences. As Akshay Kumar and Vishnu Manchu champion Indian mythology on a global stage, Kannappa promises to be more than just a film—it aims to be a cultural tribute to devotion, storytelling, and cinematic heritage.
India Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Hollywood superheroes inspired by Indian mythology: Akshay Kumar
Actor Akshay Kumar believes Hollywood takes a lot of inspiration from Hindu mythology. The actor, in an interview, responded to a question about Indian stories finding the global stage, when he mentioned that we are yet to flesh out our stories as well as Hollywood does. Interestingly, he was promoting his film 'Kannappa', which is a mythological in a conversation with Bollywood Hungama, said most of the Hollywood superheroes and their superpowers are inspired by Hindu mythology. "The kind of stories we have are unbelievable, like I didn't know the story behind 'Kannappa' before the film," he Vishnu Manchu, who headlines the film, echoed Akshay's sentiments, and commented that he feels 'Star Wars' is inspired by the Indian epic, 'Mahabharat.' 'Kannappa' is directed by Mohan Kumar Singh and follows the journey of 'Kannappa', who is a devout follower of Lord Shiva. While Vishnu plays Kannappa, Akshay plays Lord Shiva in the film. Made on a budget of Rs 200 crore, the film is scheduled for a theatrical release on June 27. It also stars Mohan Babu, R Sarathkumar, Arpit Ranka, Kaushal Manda, Rahul Madhav, Devraj, Mukesh Rishi, Brahmanandam, Raghu Babu, Preity Mukhundhan and Madhoo. Actors Mohanlal, Prabhas and Kajal Aggarwal make cameos as Kirata, Rudra and Goddess Parvati, respectively, in the Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull 5' is running successfully in the theatres. Despite poor reviews, the film has earned more than Rs 100 crore at the box office. His upcoming films include 'Jolly LLB 3' and 'Hera Pheri 3'.Must Watch IN THIS STORY#Akshay Kumar
Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
From Rs 5,001 to Rs 90 crore: Akshay Kumar's salary rise in 33 years will leave you stunned
Akshay Kumar is one of the most successful, beloved, and bankable actors in the entertainment industry. Since he started working in the industry, this actor has achieved numerous milestones and garnered a fanbase that remains unmatched. However, he has become a huge star through his sheer hard work and dedication. Earlier, in an exclusive chat with us, Akshay revealed the amount of his first paycheque, which is even less than Rs 10,000. Akshay Kumar reveals his first paycheque In an exclusive conversation with Pinkvilla, Akshay Kumar was asked about his first paycheque. The actor disclosed it was, "Rs 5,001." When asked if it was for his 1991 film, Saugandh, the actor refused, adding, "My first cheque was from Deedar. From Mr Pramod Chakravorty Ji, I got Rs 5,001." He further disclosed, "I'd signed the film for Rs 50,000." From earning his first paycheck of Rs 5,001 to now reportedly charging Rs 90 crore for a film alongside Saif Ali Khan, Akshay Kumar's journey has truly been inspirational. Watch Akshay Kumar's exclusive interview with Pinkvilla here- Reflecting on his journey, the Hera Pheri actor credited his luck more than his hard work. Akshay said, "It's 70 per cent luck and 30 per cent hard work." Emphasising on this topic, Kumar said, "I think a man's career, if it's successful or whatever he does, it's 70 per cent luck and 30 per cent hard work." He encouraged the youth to keep on trying for success. Along with this, Akshay is also in the news as Paresh Rawal has taken an unexpected exit from Hera Pheri 3. Following the exit, the matter took a legal turn when Akshay's company sued Rawal for Rs 25 crore. Giving an exclusive update about it, the actor recently told Pinkvilla that he is hopeful about everything going well. He said, "Everything will go well only. I know, for sure." Over the years, Akshay Kumar has delivered massive hits like Hera Pheri, Welcome, Housefull, OMG, and more. At present, he is gearing up for his upcoming Telugu mythological saga titled Kannappa. While Vishnu Manchu plays the lead role, Akshay will make a special appearance in the movie along with actors Mohanlal and Prabhas. Kannappa is slated to hit theatres on June 27, 2025.
