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Huma Qureshi disses airport looks trend (Movie Snippets)
Mumbai, March 15 (IANS) Actress Huma Qureshi is not in favour of the airport looks trend.
The actress spoke about it when she became part of TV show “Vh1 Inside Access”, read a statement from the channel.
When given a choice to choose between ‘Drab outfit to the airport’ or ‘Going to the red carpet without her hair done’, the actress said: “Who the hell invented the airport look? I just want to know that. Like why are people so dressed up in heels and jackets and blow-dried hair and red lipstick, where are they going?
“What’s happening? Do you know how much you have to walk? Do you know how uncomfortable it is? Like why are we doing this to ourselves girls? Like why?”
On the work front, Huma will soon be seen with superstar Rajinikanth in “Kaala”.
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Ali to help youth save money
Actor Ali Fazal, who has updated his Instagram bio to “tech evangelist”, has partnered with his childhood friend for an app which is like a savings assistant for the youth.
Ali has joined hands with his buddy Ankit Kumar, who has created the ‘Balance’ app, described as a savings assistant for the “urban broke” millennial to save up money and grow it better than a traditional bank account.
The “Victoria & Abdul” actor said in a statement: “The world is changing and people love pushing buttons. We want something quick and easy and we don’t want middlemen handling that for us.
“This app will help shape a better future for the current lot and the next lot of young entrepreneurs, individuals, artists, corporates, students, even under-age students, school kids, you name them. I got on board this app as one of the partners and shareholders. And we look forward to bring this in with the tide of this new season.”
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Jackky forays into cricket space
Jackky Bhagnani, who is passionate about sports and fitness, has partnered with a cricket team which is part of the newly-launched Mumbai T20 League.
The franchise-based Mumbai T20 League comprises of six cricket teams from Mumbai.
Jackky is a team partner with Arcs Andheri, one of the six teams.
The actor said in a statement: “I love playing cricket and have always been actively involved in various kinds of sports. The T20 game format has gained tremendous momentum in the last couple of years because of its crisp format, making it extremely entertaining for the viewers as well as for the players who have the opportunity and challenge to score a maximum number of runs in a shorter time as compared to a 50-overs match.
“This game format has been growing by the day and I think it makes complete sense to encourage and support such games which open new avenues for players as well as the ones organising it.”
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.