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Time of India
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mokobara's Diljit Dosanjh ad: A splash of sci-fi humor and deja vu
Mokobara , the travel and lifestyle brand, has stirred up a buzz with its latest advertisement featuring Diljit Dosanjh . In a quirky mix of sci-fi humor and Bollywood-style action, the ad follows Dosanjh as he receives an unexpected galactic invite from a fictional Elon Musk to perform on Mars. Amidst interplanetary chaos and Diljit's signature charm, Mokobara cleverly spotlights its standout feature i.e. a hassle-free, " no questions asked " 30-day trial policy . However, the ad's distinct style and plot have triggered a wave of comparisons to an older, equally memorable campaign for Carlton Luggage . Advertising pundits and social media users alike have pointed out striking similarities. The Carlton campaign was famous for launching their 'Carlton Edge' sub-range, which came with a lifetime warranty that even covered airline damage, all under a 'no questions asked' policy. The campaign, developed by Moonshot , fully embraces far-fetched humor and pop-culture parody , leveraging Dosanjh's charismatic persona to deliver a memorable, albeit outlandish, narrative. It's a clear attempt by Mokobara to position itself as a modern, design-forward brand that understands its audience's inclination. We reached out to both Moonshot and Mokobara for comment on the campaign's creative influences, but did not receive a response at the time of publishing. While Mokobara's ad with Diljit certainly stands out for its celebrity power and production value, the chatter around its resemblance to the Carlton campaign has added an unexpected layer to its reception. The brand officially announced Diljit Dosanjh as their brand ambassador in October 2024, a partnership that prominently featured his global 'Dil-luminati' tour.
India Today
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
As Trump hosts Pak's Asim Munir, Internet dishes out memes with a Bollywood twist
The internet exploded with Bollywood-style memes and jokes after US President Donald Trump hosted Pakistan's military chief, General Asim Munir, for lunch at the White House on rare meeting came after Munir's call for Trump to be nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. According to White House spokesperson Anna Kelly, Munir credited Trump with defusing what could have escalated into a nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan during their brief military standoff in social media users had a field day, flooding X with hilarious memes using popular Hindi film clips and scenes to poke fun at the unlikely camaraderie between Trump and Munir. Take a look at the memes and jokes here:Asim Munir in White Moana (@ladynationalist) June 18, 2025advertisementDonald Trump with Asim Munir in White House Jo Kar (@i_am_gustakh) June 18, 2025Donald Trump and Asim Munir's exclusive video from the White House Raja Babu (@GaurangBhardwa1) June 18, 2025Asim Munir in @ maithun (@Being_Humor) June 18, 2025Asim Munir in White House Gagan (@1no_aalsi_) June 18, 2025Asim Munir is having lunch at the White House rozgar_CA (@Memeswalaladka) June 18, 2025When Asim Munir asked for a loan,Trump: Sachya (@sachya2002) June 18, 2025Donald Trump after meeting Asim Munir : (@gentleman07_) June 18, 2025First visuals from Trump and Asim Munir's lunch emerge Meme Farmer (@craziestlazy) June 18, 2025The White House confirmed that the meeting was held in recognition of Munir's remarks applauding Trump's role in halting a potential escalation between India and four-day conflict between India and Pakistan in early May was sparked by the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 people - most of them tourists - were in response, launched retaliatory strikes on nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) as part of Operation Sindoor. Pakistan countered with unprovoked attacks targeting civilian areas and military infrastructure, all of which were thwarted by India's air defence systems.
India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Who Is Vanshika? Meet Kuldeep Yadav's Childhood Friend Turned Fiancée From Lucknow
photoDetails english 2917140 Vanshika, the soon-to-be wife of Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav, is a LIC professional from Shyam Nagar, Lucknow. Childhood friends-turned-lovers, she and Kuldeep recently got engaged in an intimate ceremony on June 4, 2025, in Lucknow. Known for her private nature and grounded personality, Vanshika has remained away from the limelight while being a constant support in Kuldeep's life. Her vibrant orange lehenga at the engagement went viral, and fans have been curious about her ever since. With their wedding postponed due to Kuldeep's England tour, Vanshika has quietly captured the hearts of cricket fans across the country. Updated:Jun 17, 2025, 11:25 AM IST 1. Vanshika Is a Lucknow-Based LIC Professional 1 / 17 Born and raised in Shyam Nagar, Lucknow, Vanshika works with the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), maintaining a grounded and independent professional life away from the spotlight. 2. She and Kuldeep Share a Childhood Bond 2 / 17 Unlike many celebrity romances, Vanshika and Kuldeep's story began in childhood. Their friendship, rooted in Kanpur, gradually evolved into a relationship built on trust and time. 3. She's Not a Public Figure – And Fans Love That 3 / 17 Vanshika has no social media presence and rarely appears in public. Her private nature has sparked admiration from fans for staying authentic while supporting a high-profile partner. 4. A Constant Pillar in Kuldeep's Journey 4 / 17 While Kuldeep conquered the cricketing world, Vanshika has been his steady support behind the scenes — her quiet strength often spoken about in close circles but rarely seen. 5. Her Engagement Look Has Become a Trending Topic 5 / 17 Vanshika stunned in a vibrant orange lehenga at the engagement ceremony, inspiring searches like 'Vanshika engagement lehenga' and 'cricketer wife fashion inspiration 2025.' 6. She's Close to Kuldeep's Inner Circle 6 / 17 Her strong bond with Kuldeep's family and friends was evident during the ceremony, which was attended by a select circle, including Rinku Singh and Priya Saroj. 7. She Values Simplicity Over Showbiz 7 / 17 The engagement was a modest, heartfelt celebration — reflecting Vanshika's personality. Fans applauded the intimate vibe in contrast to big Bollywood-style weddings. 8. She's Already a Fan-Favorite Cricket WAG 8 / 17 Despite being a newcomer to the cricket WAG circle, Vanshika is gaining popularity online for her simplicity, grace, and the real-life fairytale narrative with Kuldeep. 9. Her Relationship Stands the Test of Time 9 / 17 Years of knowing each other before dating sets Vanshika and Kuldeep apart. Their story offers fans a refreshing take on love — built slowly and sincerely, not overnight. 10. Wedding Postponed, But Spotlight Stays on Vanshika 10 / 17 With their wedding now expected later in 2025 due to Kuldeep's England tour, fan anticipation grows—not just for the ceremony, but for Vanshika's first appearance as his bride. 11 / 17 12 / 17 13 / 17 14 / 17 15 / 17 16 / 17 17 / 17
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Cricket-T20 can be US craze like yoga and Bollywood weddings
By Amlan Chakraborty (Reuters) -Indian-American businessman Sanjay Govil is convinced Twenty20 cricket can be the next big cultural import into the United States, following a trail blazed by yoga and Bollywood-style weddings. Previous investors have held similar dreams of breaking into the U.S. sports league market, only to be thwarted by the nation's obsession with baseball, basketball and American football. IT entrepreneur Govil, however, is confident that along with Microsoft's India-born CEO Satya Nadella and Silicon Valley's Anand Rajaraman and Venky Harinarayan he can embed the short, jazzy version of cricket deeply into the U.S. sporting landscape "T20 leagues are the future," Govil, who owns Washington Freedom, one of the six franchises in the Major League Cricket (MLC), told Reuters. "Like Yoga, like Bollywood weddings, things from India and it's crazy here. "People here just love Indian wedding. When we have weddings in hotels, people just stop and watch. It's a spectacle, right?" Although cricket originated in England, India is now its financial engine with a cash cow in named the Indian Premier League (IPL) T20 competition, which has a brand value of $12 billion. IPL franchises with deep pockets also own teams in leagues in England, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, West Indies and the United States. The U.S. featured in the first international cricket match, against Canada, in New York in 1844, but cricket remains very much a niche sport in the country. RAISED PROFILE The introduction of the MLC in 2023 and staging matches in last year's T20 World Cup have raised the game's profile. Cricket returning to Olympics after a gap of 128 years at the 2028 Los Angeles Games will be "another big impetus", said Govil, who was born in Canada but grew up in New Delhi before moving to the U.S. Govil, who also owns 50% stake in the Welsh Fire franchise of The Hundred tournament in England, said MLC franchises learned a lot from their interaction with IPL counterparts. "One of the IPL owners came to my house and he educated me on how to build a team," he said. The presence of India's marquee players in the MLC would have been the icing on the cake but Govil respects the Indian board's policy of not allowing its players to take part in leagues abroad. "I'm sure they have some logic behind why they're doing what they're doing, and I respect that," he said. "I have to succeed in the cards which are dealt to me." Govil knows that cricket in the U.S. cannot rely only on the Indian market or south Asian diasporas in order to be successful. "We want to grow domestic talent. We cannot just rely on international players," he said. "We also have to create our own market here, because we cannot just rely on Indian eyeballs watching our matches." "We are in this for a long haul," Govil added. "We are making a lot of investments. We all have to have our own stadiums. "Once we have like eight or nine stadiums, that's when you're going to really see cricket growing in the U.S." Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
The Star
09-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
Cricket-T20 can be US craze like yoga and Bollywood weddings
Cricket - ICC T20 World Cup 2024 - Final - India v South Africa - Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados - June 29, 2024 General view of India fans in the stands before the match REUTERS/Ash Allen (Reuters) -Indian-American businessman Sanjay Govil is convinced Twenty20 cricket can be the next big cultural import into the United States, following a trail blazed by yoga and Bollywood-style weddings. Previous investors have held similar dreams of breaking into the U.S. sports league market, only to be thwarted by the nation's obsession with baseball, basketball and American football. IT entrepreneur Govil, however, is confident that along with Microsoft's India-born CEO Satya Nadella and Silicon Valley's Anand Rajaraman and Venky Harinarayan he can embed the short, jazzy version of cricket deeply into the U.S. sporting landscape "T20 leagues are the future," Govil, who owns Washington Freedom, one of the six franchises in the Major League Cricket (MLC), told Reuters. "Like Yoga, like Bollywood weddings, things from India and it's crazy here. "People here just love Indian wedding. When we have weddings in hotels, people just stop and watch. It's a spectacle, right?" Although cricket originated in England, India is now its financial engine with a cash cow in named the Indian Premier League (IPL) T20 competition, which has a brand value of $12 billion. IPL franchises with deep pockets also own teams in leagues in England, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, West Indies and the United States. The U.S. featured in the first international cricket match, against Canada, in New York in 1844, but cricket remains very much a niche sport in the country. RAISED PROFILE The introduction of the MLC in 2023 and staging matches in last year's T20 World Cup have raised the game's profile. Cricket returning to Olympics after a gap of 128 years at the 2028 Los Angeles Games will be "another big impetus", said Govil, who was born in Canada but grew up in New Delhi before moving to the U.S. Govil, who also owns 50% stake in the Welsh Fire franchise of The Hundred tournament in England, said MLC franchises learned a lot from their interaction with IPL counterparts. "One of the IPL owners came to my house and he educated me on how to build a team," he said. The presence of India's marquee players in the MLC would have been the icing on the cake but Govil respects the Indian board's policy of not allowing its players to take part in leagues abroad. "I'm sure they have some logic behind why they're doing what they're doing, and I respect that," he said. "I have to succeed in the cards which are dealt to me." Govil knows that cricket in the U.S. cannot rely only on the Indian market or south Asian diasporas in order to be successful. "We want to grow domestic talent. We cannot just rely on international players," he said. "We also have to create our own market here, because we cannot just rely on Indian eyeballs watching our matches." "We are in this for a long haul," Govil added. "We are making a lot of investments. We all have to have our own stadiums. "Once we have like eight or nine stadiums, that's when you're going to really see cricket growing in the U.S." (Reporting by Amlan Chakraborty in New Delhi; editing by Ed Osmond)
