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Pink Villa
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Padakkalam Ending Explained: Were Shaji, Renjith and Jithin able to swap back to their original bodies without any fuss?
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers. Padakkalam starring Suraj Venjaramoodu, Sharaf U Dheen, and Sandeep Pradeep is currently available for streaming on JioHotstar. With the fantasy comedy entertainer becoming a massive success, did you miss out on the final details of the film? The supernatural entertainer, directed by debutant Manu Swaraj, features the story of four nerdy college students and comic book enthusiasts. The film starts with everyone having their college life as usual, two professors, Shaji and Renjith, are eyeing the Head of Department (HOD) post. Shaji (played by Suraj Venjaramoodu) is an average professor with his own life problems. On the other hand, Renjith is a beloved person among students. Even though this may be true, Renjith is also believed to be the user of an ancient dice game (pakida) which helps him to swap bodies with people he chooses. To ensure his appointment as the HOD, he uses his powers to swap with Shaji and ruin his professional life for good. All seems to be going well when Jithin (Sandeep Pradeep) and the rest of his gang start to suspect these mysterious happenings, with Renjith pulling Jithin into the game as well. Spoiler Alert Padakkalam progresses into more chaos and humor when Shaji, Renjith, and Jithin accidentally swap their bodies with each other. Now, Shaji is trapped inside Renjith's body, Renjith inside Jithin's, and Jithin inside Shaji's. Initially, Shaji (now Renjith) enjoys his life inside the new body, being treated with respect and love as the HOD. On the other end, Jithin (now Shaji) is flustered and Renjith (now Jithin) is continuing his evil ways with a younger body. Soon enough, Shaji's estranged wife comes back into his life, announcing she's pregnant, which motivates him to return to his body. Now, Shaji and Jithin must force Renjith to give up the body he inhabits by playing the dice game once again. As the showdown is set to happen, massive chaos erupts among them, with everyone returning to their own bodies, minutes before Renjith falls off a balcony and gets severely injured. Watch Padakkalam trailer In a final note, the movie ends with the hospital indicating Renjith has escaped from their care, teasing a sequel to the film.
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Padakkalam OTT Release Date: When and where to watch Suraj Venjaramoodu & Sharaf U Dheen's fantasy film online
Padakkalam OTT Release Date: Get ready to enter a world where reality bends, professors swap bodies, and ancient board games unleash chaos. Padakkalam, the latest Malayalam fantasy caper, is all set to make its digital debut on JioHotstar starting June 10, 2025. After a low-key theatrical run in early May, this surreal comedy-drama is finding a second life on streaming. When the chalkboard turns into a battleground At first glance, Padakkalam looks like your average campus drama: two professors, one chair, and a college full of students who'd rather gossip than attend lectures. But beneath that seemingly grounded setting lies a wild, almost cartoonish narrative twist: body-swapping sorcery. Ranjith and Shaji, both professors at a college that doesn't seem to have HR protocols, are vying for the head-of-department post. While students naturally side with the affable Ranjith, the job goes to Shaji. Things take a turn for the bizarre when Shaji, now HOD, starts behaving erratically like… unsettlingly strange. He's not the man they knew. Turns out, he quite literally isn't. Enter Jithin, a student who notices the sudden personality change. And through a bit of snooping, a few skipped lectures, and a stolen board game, he uncovers the truth: Ranjith has used black magic, courtesy of an ancient Pachisi set, to switch bodies with Shaji. As absurd as it sounds, the tone of the film embraces it with full conviction. Once Jithin and his gang of misfit friends get their hands on the mystical board game, they set in motion a series of mishaps that spiral out of control, turning their sleepy college into a chaotic playground for the supernatural. What follows is a frantic attempt to reverse the curse, put people back in their rightful bodies, and restore sanity before final exams and reputations go up in smoke. A cast that carries the crazy Suraj Venjaramoodu plays Ranjith with Sharaf U Dheen as the unfortunate Shaji. Niranjana Anoop plays a student caught between chaos and curiosity. The supporting roles, especially Sandeep Pradeep (from Falimy), Arun Ajikumar, and the Saaf Bros, provide comic relief that doesn't feel forced. Directed by Manu Swaraj and co-written by Swaraj and Nithin C Babu, Padakkalam leans hard into the absurd. This Rajesh Murugesan musical is cinematographed by Anu Moothedath and edited by Nidhin Raj Arol.
New Indian Express
01-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
IUML brings ‘Op Sindoor' to Nilambur bypoll campaign
KOZHIKODE: IUML leader K M Shaji has brought in Operation Sindoor, India's reaction to the massacre of 26 people at Pahalgam in Kashmir, in the campaign for the ensuing Nilambur by-election, asking LDF candidate M Swaraj whether he sticks to his earlier stand on the futility of wars. Speaking to reporters in Nilambur on Thursday, Shaji said the most important political issue in the country now is war. 'Swaraj's Facebook post on war was widely discussed. He issued another post when it became a talking point,' Shaji said. 'Our leader E T Muhammad Basheer, among others, is travelling to all parts of the world to convince them that the war was instigated by Pakistan. We would like to know whether Swaraj sticks to his earlier stand that the war was unnecessary after he became a candidate,' Shaji asked. 'We feel that the war was imperative. It was a wound on the self-respect of Muslims as believers,' he said. The insistence of the terrorist to recite 'kalima' and the murder of the male members in front of women were a bullet that passed through the hearts of Muslims, he said.
News18
31-05-2025
- News18
Sending Draft Divorce Proposal Doesn't Amount To Abetment Of Suicide: Kerala High Court
Last Updated: The woman's mother had accused her husband and others of cruelty and abetment to suicide after her daughter jumped into a well The Kerala High Court recently set aside a trial court's order that added charge of abetment of suicide (Section 306 IPC) against a man whose wife died killed herself shortly after receiving a draft divorce agreement. The bench of Justice Dr Kauser Edappagath, delivering the judgment on May 22, allowed a petition filed by one Puthiya Purayil Shaji, challenging the Magistrate's decision to frame an additional charge under Section 306 IPC in a case already proceeding under Section 498A IPC (cruelty by husband). The case pertained to the tragic death of Shaji's wife in 2005, just three months after their marriage. The woman's mother, MK Padmini, had accused Shaji and others of cruelty and abetment to suicide after her daughter jumped into a well. An FIR was initially registered for both 498A and 306 IPC, but the final police report only invoked Section 498A. Years into the trial, after 11 witnesses had been examined, the prosecution moved an application under Section 216 CrPC, seeking to add the charge of abetment of suicide. The trial court agreed, finding that evidence from family members showed the deceased was devastated upon receiving a draft divorce agreement from the accused's side. However, the high court took a stricter view. It emphasised that the law demands more than emotional distress to prove abetment. 'They did not state that the petitioner played any active role in either instigating or intentionally aiding the commission of suicide…The prosecution has no case that the petitioner, through accused No.3 in Annexure A1 complaint, handed over the Annexure A2 draft agreement with the intention to drive the deceased to commit suicide," the court held. Referring to multiple Supreme Court precedents, the court reiterated that for a charge under Section 306 to stand, there must be a clear and proximate act of instigation or aiding the suicide. 'A mere allegation of humiliation, harassment or threat unaccompanied by any incitement or instigation is not at all sufficient to attract the offence," the court noted. The judgment further clarified that while Section 216 CrPC grants courts wide powers to alter or add charges, such powers must be exercised based on substantive material evidence. Since the prosecution's own witnesses did not allege any instigation or intent on the part of the petitioner, the addition of Section 306 IPC was found unwarranted. The high court also pointed out that the initial investigating officer had rightly excluded the abetment charge after reviewing the case diary. Therefore, setting aside the Magistrate's order, the high court ruled that the criminal trial shall proceed only under Section 498A IPC. If you or someone you know needs help, call any of these helplines: Aasra (Mumbai) 022-27546669, Sneha (Chennai) 044-24640050, Sumaitri (Delhi) 011-23389090, Cooj (Goa) 0832- 2252525, Jeevan (Jamshedpur) 065-76453841, Pratheeksha (Kochi) 048-42448830, Maithri (Kochi) 0484-2540530, Roshni (Hyderabad) 040-66202000, Lifeline 033-64643267 (Kolkata) First Published:
Economic Times
17-05-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Mind Over Money: From Mt. Everest Base Camp to boardroom - Shaji Varghese on fitness as a foundation for leadership
Q) Thanks for taking the time out. How many marathons have you completed and is this one of the way you keep yourself mentally fit day in and day out? Live Events Q) You even trekked to Everest Base Camp. What drives your commitment to physical fitness, and how has it shaped your leadership journey? Q) How do you prepare—physically and mentally—for endurance events like the TATA Mumbai Marathon or high-altitude treks? Q) What does your typical wellness or fitness routine look like during a busy work week? Q) You've implemented wellness-focused initiatives like the Muthoot Health Triangle and Diversity Club. What inspired you to make wellness a leadership priority? Q) You've curated a physical library in the office with impactful titles. Why is fostering a learning culture important to you? Q) Among the books you've recently read—such as Atomic Habits and Thinking in Systems—which one has had the biggest influence on your approach to leadership and why? (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel In an era where boardroom stress and relentless schedules often sideline personal wellness, Shaji Varghese , CEO of Muthoot FinCorp , offers a refreshing perspective — one where fitness fuels focus, and discipline off the track drives decision-making at the over three dozen marathons under his belt and an unforgettable trek to the Everest Base Camp, Shaji isn't just running for physical health — he's running to stay grounded, self-aware, and sharp as a this candid conversation for our Mind Over Money segment, he shares how his journey through endurance sports, habit-building, and wellness initiatives has shaped not only his leadership style but also the culture he champions at Muthoot FinCorp. Edited Excerpts –Running has been a transformative experience for me, with over three dozen marathons under my belt in the past 3-4 years, including two full me, running is a form of meditation – a chance to connect with myself and reflect. While it's a group activity, marathons remind me that ultimately, I'm running my own my passion for running has been a catalyst for positive change, helping me develop healthier habits and a more organized lifestyle.I've started prioritizing early sleep and nutritious eating, and I've become more mindful of my overall well-being. Running has taught me discipline and self-awareness, and I'm grateful for the impact it's had on my to physical fitness taught me the power of habits. Small, consistent progress can have a profound impact over time. When I started running, completing a 42km marathon seemed by focusing on tiny, incremental gains – just 1% improvement each week – I achieved remarkable progress. Consistent training and dedication paid off on my Everest Base Camp trek, where I pushed my limits and achieved new principle applies beyond fitness: setting realistic goals and making gradual improvements can lead to significant a person, I've learned to prioritize my own growth and accountability. Health is a personal responsibility, while my job is a means to fulfil my larger life prioritizing my physical well-being, I've been able to prevent lifestyle diseases and maintain a balanced personal and professional discipline I've developed through running has been invaluable, allowing me to achieve more and live a more purposeful has become second nature to me. For long marathons, I make sure to log at least 35 km in the preceding days to prepare for the 42 km challenge. High-altitude treks are a testament to the endurance built over year was fulfilling, as I achieved three personal goals: participating in the Tata Mumbai Marathon, running kilometres equal to my age on my birthday, and completing the Everest Base Camp diving, para gliding, ice skating, wild life safari, hot air balloon ride, experiencing Northern Lights are few others I have crossed off my list.I'm excited to pursue more aspirations this year. I am thrilled to share that I look forward to running the full marathon at the Athens Marathon in November 2025 - crossing the historic Panathenaic Stadium of Athens will be an unforgettable I plan to explore deep sea water swimming this year along with a run at the Ladakh marathon if all goes well.I prioritize staying active every day. My weekly routine includes long-distance running on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and one weekend day, which helps me build endurance and challenge Wednesdays and Fridays, I focus on stretch exercises, mobility, or flexibility workouts to maintain flexibility and prevent injuries. Exercise isn't just about physical health; it's also a great way to clear my mind and boost making time for physical activity, I'm able to tackle my work responsibilities with more enthusiasm and efficiency, while also enjoying a better work-life balance.I firmly believe that life itself is the most precious thing we have, and good physical and mental health is crucial for overall happiness is intricately linked to personal happiness – it's challenging to compartmentalize joy and work-life balance means finding happiness in both your professional and personal life, effortlessly navigating between the two, and feeling eager to be in both places.I think organizations play a vital role in fostering a healthy work environment. When colleagues prioritize their health, it benefits not only themselves but also the organization and society as a whole.I must credit Muthoot Fincorp for the Muthoot Health Triangle (MHT) initiative - a significant milestone for Muthootians promoting physical, intellectual, and spiritual well-being for Muthootians; and I encourage my people to be part of the MHT initiatives ensuring their holistic promoting well-being, organizations can unlock their people's full potential, drive growth, and contribute to a healthier, more productive communityIn today's rapidly changing world, continuous learning is essential for survival and growth. By upgrading our skills and knowledge, we not only enhance our own productivity but also contribute to the organization's high-quality books is an excellent way to broaden our perspectives and improve our library is designed to support this pursuit of knowledge, with carefully curated books that will benefit our Muthootians, organization, and the wider prioritize knowledge acquisition, recognizing that it's a key driver of progress. We encourage Muthootians to utilize their time effectively by reading and learning, rather than getting caught up in non-productive activities. By putting knowledge first, we can stay ahead of the curve and achieve our both books are good, my recent favorite book is 'The Courage to Be Disliked' by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga. This book has been a catalyst for self-discovery, helping me gain valuable insights into my own thoughts and has profoundly impacted my leadership journey, broadened my perspective and helped me in informed books, I've developed a more nuanced understanding of life and leadership, enabling me to approach challenges with greater clarity and me say that books and reading have had a profound impact on my life as a whole, and am sure it will continue to do so.: Recommendations, suggestions, views and opinions given by the experts are their own. These do not represent the views of Economic Times
