In 2016 released a film titled Baaghi starring Tiger Shroff and Shraddha Kapoor. The film was directed by Sabbir Khan and was a super hit at the box office. The makers of the film decided to make Baaghi a franchise and Baaghi 2 released in 2018. While Baaghi was a good-entertaining film, Baaghi 2 wasn’t a great watch. Now, this year, the makers have come up with Baaghi 3.
The movie is about two brothers, Ronnie (Tiger Shroff) and Vikram (Riteish Deshmukh). Since childhood, Vikram is weak and Ronnie has been protecting him. When they grow up Vikram gets a job as a cop, but it is Ronnie who beats up the bad guys and Vikram takes the credit for it. For some work, Vikram is sent to Syria, but there he gets kidnapped. How Ronnie saves his brother, takes the story forward.
Baaghi 3 is a remake of Tamil film Vettai. But apart from the basic storyline, there are not many similarities between both films. The screenplay of Baaghi 3 is disappointing. The first half is very dull and though the movie picks up well in the second half, it fails to keep us engaged till the climax. Also, director Ahmed Khan fails to connect the emotional angle of two brothers. The only time we feel emotional is in a scene, in the second half when a supporting character decides to die to save others.
The action is good, but after a point, it looks repetitive. Also, the setting of the film is so similar to Tiger Zinda Hai that in many scenes it will remind you of the Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif starrer.
Talking about actors, Tiger Shroff is strictly average here. This movie offers nothing new for him, even the action he is doing is similar to his previous movies (apart from War). Shraddha Kapoor is there throughout the film, but unfortunately, the character written for her is so weak that she fails to shine. Riteish Deshmukh is totally wasted. The only time he gets the scope to perform is in the last 10 minutes. Ankita Lokhande is hardly there in the film; one more good talent wasted. Vijay Verma and Jaideep Ahlawat are damn good, and Jameel Khoury impresses us a lot with his performance as Abu Jalal.
Coming to music, the songs in the film are good. Dus Bahane and Bhankas are impressive, but Do You Love Me featuring Disha Patani fails to make a mark.
Overall, Baaghi 3 is an average action-thriller. The movie offers nothing great apart from a couple of good action sequences, that’s it.
FOUR Indian schools were on Wednesday (18) named among the top 10 finalists across different categories for the annual world's best school prizes, organised in the UK to celebrate schools' enormous contribution to society's progress.
Schools from Haryana, Maharashtra, Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh were unveiled as contenders for membership of the Best School to Work programme to help schools attract and retain the best teachers. The worldwide winners across categories will be announced in October.
The five world's best school prizes – for community collaboration, environmental action, innovation, overcoming adversity, and supporting healthy lives – were founded by UK-headquartered T4 Education in the wake of Covid to give a platform to schools that are changing lives in their classrooms and beyond.
"In a world being turned upside down by AI, as technology reshapes the way we learn and renders jobs that have existed for centuries obsolete, amid growing challenges of climate change, conflict, poverty and populism, the world our young people are entering has never felt more precarious. And a good education, with humans at its heart, has never been more important," said Vikas Pota, founder of T4 Education and the world's best school prizes.
T4 Education calls itself a global platform bringing together a community of over 200,000 teachers from more than 100 countries to transform education.
Government Girls Senior Secondary School, NIT 5, a state secondary school in Faridabad, Haryana, has been selected for transforming the lives of at-risk girls by interlinking nutritional programmes, physical wellbeing, and mental health support with education to break down societal barriers and ensure no girl is left behind. It is on the list of 10 finalists for the world's best school prize for supporting healthy lives.
ZP School Jalindar Nagar, a public primary school in Khed taluka, near Pune, has been recognised for revolutionising public-school education by providing quality student-led learning with its subject friend system, a peer-learning model where students of different ages teach and learn from each other. This Maharashtra-based school is a finalist in community collaboration category.
Ekya School, J P Nagar, is an independent kindergarten, primary, and secondary school in Bengaluru which is empowering students to become innovative thinkers and proactive problem solvers through a design thinking curriculum that integrates human-centred design processes and skills development. It has been named a top 10 finalist for the innovation.
Delhi Public School, an independent kindergarten, primary and secondary school in Varanasi, is creating an environment where students are empowered to explore, grow and lead with compassion through its learner-centric educational model that embeds environmental stewardship and social responsibility into the learning experience. This UP school is in the running for environmental action category.
Congratulating the schools on becoming finalists for the World's Best School Prizes 2025, Pota said, "It is in schools like these that we find the innovations and expertise that give us hope for a better future. Leaders and schools around the world have so much to learn from these inspirational Indian institutions."
The winners will be chosen by an expert Judging Academy, with all 50 finalist schools across the five prizes also taking part in a public vote opened this week to determine the winner of the community choice award.
The worldwide winners across these categories will be announced in October, with all the finalists and winners invited to the World Schools Summit in Abu Dhabi on November 15-16.
The winning schools will share their best practices, unique expertise and experience with policymakers and leading figures in global education, according to a statement.
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Jason Isaacs confirms equal pay for all actors in The White Lotus
Jason Isaacs has revealed that every cast member of The White Lotus Season 3, regardless of experience or fame, earned the same salary: £32,000 (₹33,60,000) per episode. That totals around £256,000 (₹2,68,80,000) for the full eight-episode run. While that figure might seem significant, Isaacs called it “a very low price” for a hit HBO show, but said he had no complaints.
“We would’ve paid to be in it,” Isaacs said in an interview, adding, “We probably would’ve given a body part.”
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Equal pay, no ego
The show’s ensemble approach meant that veterans like Isaacs and Parker Posey received the same as newer faces such as Patrick Schwarzenegger and Sam Nivola. Asked if it bothered him to be paid the same as his younger co-stars, Isaacs shrugged it off: “I never work for money. I’ve done alright. People assume I have piles of cash, but I’ve basically matched my spending to my income and spent everything over the years.”
The pay structure, introduced from Season 1, was meant to ensure fairness and avoid ego clashes. “Everyone is treated the same,” said producer David Bernad in an earlier interview, explaining how the alphabetical billing and equal salaries were key to creating a drama-free, committed cast.
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Isaacs admitted that while the rate was lower than typical network or streaming pay outs, the prestige of working on The White Lotus and with creator Mike White made it worthwhile.
Cautionary tales and career lows
Isaacs also took the opportunity to share hard-earned lessons with his younger co-stars, urging them not to get emotionally attached to the final product. “You don’t control how it’s received. That’s Mike’s job,” he said. Reflecting on his own past, he pointed to Peter Pan (2003), where he played Captain Hook, a big-budget project that tanked commercially and nearly derailed his career.
“It was the lowest I’ve ever felt professionally. I thought I’d never work again,” he confessed. Isaacs said it was his partner Emma Hewitt who helped him through that dark phase, crediting her support over their decades-long relationship.
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The White Lotus Season 3 is now streaming on Max, and while the actors may not have earned big bucks, the series continues to score big on screen, with critics and fans alike.
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Scarlett Johansson kisses Jonathan Bailey and dazzles in couture at Jurassic World Rebirth premiere
Scarlett Johansson returned to the spotlight in a dazzling pink gown at the world premiere of Jurassic World Rebirth, held at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square in London. The event wasn’t just a celebration of the film’s release but also a major red carpet moment for the 39-year-old actress, who has been out of the public eye in recent months.
Wearing a custom Vivienne Westwood corset gown with sequins, Johansson lit up the green carpet with elegance and glamour. Her blush-toned dress featured a sculpted silhouette and soft draping that recalled golden-age Hollywood style, minus the fuss. The styling, handled by her long-time collaborator Kate Young, kept things minimal yet classy, letting the dress do all the talking.
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All eyes on Scarlett, not the dinosaurs
Johansson’s outfit was a standout, softly shimmering, vintage-inspired, and unmistakably hers. The gown’s romantic structure paired beautifully with her classic Hollywood waves, styled by Renato Campora, and glowy makeup by Hung Vanngo, featuring soft pink tones and bold brows.
The green carpet itself mirrored the film’s jungle setting, with faux foliage and warning signs nodding to the franchise’s roots. Yet despite the dramatic décor and loud dinosaur displays, all attention shifted to Johansson’s presence and her surprise red carpet moment with co-star Jonathan Bailey.
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Fans went into a frenzy after the actress greeted Bailey with a quick, friendly kiss on the lips, sparking a flood of reactions online. The moment, caught on video, added a spark to an already buzzworthy evening. Bailey, dressed in a relaxed 1990s-inspired look with a cap and sunglasses, looked just as thrilled to reunite with his co-star.
A major comeback with a mega-franchise
Jurassic World Rebirth is Johansson’s first big-budget outing since stepping away from Marvel. She plays Zora Bennett, a covert operative sent on a high-stakes mission involving dinosaur DNA. She stars alongside Jonathan Bailey, Mahershala Ali, and Rupert Friend in this next chapter of the billion-pound (₹10,000 crore) franchise, directed by Gareth Edwards.
With the film expected to open strong, tracking at around £95 million (₹1,000 crore) globally, it’s a big summer bet for Universal. And for Scarlett Johansson, star power has never been in question, no theme costume required. Just a killer dress, a bold kiss, and a dash of old-school charm.
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Canadian prime minister Mark Carney greets Indian prime minister Narendra Modi before a group photo during the G7 Summit at the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada on June 17, 2025. (Photo: Getty)
INDIA and Canada have agreed to restore full diplomatic ties by returning ambassadors to each other’s capitals, aiming to move past a dispute triggered by the killing of a Sikh separatist in Canada last year.
The announcement came as Canadian prime minister Mark Carney welcomed Indian prime minister Narendra Modi to the Group of Seven (G7) summit held in the Canadian Rockies. Carney, who took office in March, invited Modi to the summit as a guest, continuing India's regular participation at G7 gatherings.
Carney’s predecessor, Justin Trudeau, had accused India of being involved in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen, in British Columbia in 2023. Following the allegation, Canada expelled the Indian ambassador, and India responded by expelling Canada’s envoy.
Now, both leaders have agreed to appoint new high commissioners — the title used for ambassadors between Commonwealth nations — with the aim of restoring normal diplomatic operations and improving bilateral ties.
Carney said he hoped the discussions with Modi would "provide the necessary foundations to begin to rebuild the relationship, based on mutual respect, sovereignty, trust."
"I would describe it as foundational -- as a necessary first step, a frank, open exchange of views around law enforcement, transnational repression," Carney said at a news conference.
He added that India continues to be invited to G7 summits each year due to the size of its economy.
Services had been impacted
Diplomatic tensions had disrupted services between the two countries, which traded $9 billion in 2023. Canada was forced to suspend in-person services at all of its missions in India except its embassy in New Delhi. The two countries also share close cultural links, including a large Indian diaspora in Canada.
Modi, during his meeting with Carney at the mountain venue, said that both nations were "dedicated to democratic values" and that the relationship was important "in many ways."
He congratulated Carney on his Liberal Party’s election win and said he was confident that “India and Canada will work together to make progress in many areas.”
Protests and political response
As Modi met Carney, Sikh protesters held rallies in Calgary, the nearest major city to the summit. Some criticised Modi’s presence at the event, citing concerns about the human rights record of his government.
The New Democratic Party (NDP), Canada’s fourth largest party and not formally part of Carney’s government, opposed Modi’s invitation. In a statement, the NDP referred to allegations of Indian surveillance against former party leader Jagmeet Singh, who is Sikh.
"Continuing to engage Modi's government without accountability undermines all efforts to defend human rights, transparency, and the rule of law," the NDP said ahead of Modi’s visit.
Canada has the largest Sikh population outside India, accounting for about two per cent of its population. The community is concentrated in key suburban swing regions and has gained growing political influence.
Nijjar killing still under litigation
Hardeep Singh Nijjar, who advocated for a separate Sikh state called Khalistan, was killed in the parking lot of a Sikh temple in 2023. He was a naturalised Canadian citizen.
Trudeau had publicly accused India of being directly involved in the killing and claimed that India was behind a wider campaign of intimidation targeting Sikh activists in Canada.
India denied any role in Nijjar’s death and urged Canada to take stronger action against violent Khalistan supporters, describing the movement as a fringe presence in India.
Carney did not confirm whether he discussed Nijjar’s case directly with Modi, saying it was subject to ongoing litigation.
The United States, which also has close ties with India, had accused an Indian agent of being involved in an unsuccessful plot against a Sikh separatist on its soil. However, Washington addressed the issue more quietly than Trudeau.
(With inputs from agencies)
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She remained a central figure on the network, co-hosting the long-running 'Worst Cooks in America'
Chef and television personality Anne Burrell, best known for her work on Food Network, has died at the age of 55. Her family confirmed her death in a statement on Tuesday, 17 June 2025, in Brooklyn, New York. No cause of death was given.
Burrell gained widespread recognition for her energetic television presence, signature blonde hair and bold culinary style. Over the years, she became a household name in American food media, with a career spanning restaurants, television, and publishing.
Rise to fame on Food Network
Anne Burrell first appeared on the Food Network as sous-chef to Mario Batali on Iron Chef America. Her charisma and assertive style quickly set her apart, leading to her own show Secrets of a Restaurant Chef, which debuted in 2008 and ran for nine seasons.
She remained a central figure on the network, co-hosting the long-running Worst Cooks in America and appearing on popular programmes including Chopped and Food Network Star. A Food Network spokesperson described her as “a remarkable person and culinary talent — teaching, competing and always sharing the importance of food in her life and the joy that a delicious meal can bring.”
Early life and culinary education
Born Anne W. Burrell on 21 September 1969 in Cazenovia, upstate New York, she grew up inspired by Julia Child. She pursued formal culinary training at the Italian Culinary Institute for Foreigners, later honing her skills in Italian kitchens.
Upon her return to the United States in 1998, she joined Felidia Ristorante in Manhattan, working under chef Lidia Bastianich. Her early restaurant experience also included time at Savoy in New York.
Business venture in Brooklyn
In 2017, Burrell partnered with Phil Casaceli to open Phil & Anne’s Good Time Lounge, a Brooklyn-based restaurant described by her as “funky, cool and homey.” Despite initial buzz, the restaurant closed in 2018, less than a year after opening.
Standing out from Mario Batali’s shadow
Burrell’s early fame was closely associated with Mario Batali, but she made concerted efforts to establish herself independently, especially after Batali faced serious allegations of sexual misconduct in 2017. Though several investigations were later closed due to insufficient evidence, the controversy affected many of his associates.
Chef Claudette Zepeda, who competed with Burrell on the 2025 Food Network show House of Knives, said Burrell had several “phoenix moments” in her career. “Coming out as her own human being and autonomous competitor was a huge moment,” Zepeda noted. “People just assumed complacency. She had to carve her own path, and that wasn’t easy.”
Fiercely competitive and admired
Fellow chef and television personality Scott Conant, who worked with Burrell on Worst Cooks in America, recalled her intense competitive streak. “She was the most competitive person ever,” he said. “I beat her once in a special episode, and she didn’t talk to me for three months.”
Despite her fierce attitude, Burrell was respected for her commitment and passion. “She was unapologetic and defined herself and told her story through food,” Conant added.
Cookbooks and culinary legacy
Burrell authored two best-selling cookbooks: Cook Like a Rock Star: 125 Recipes, Lessons, and Culinary Secrets and Own Your Kitchen: Recipes to Inspire & Empower. Both were co-written with food stylist and author Suzanne Lenzer, who praised Burrell’s distinctive voice and strong opinions.
“She hated pepper,” Lenzer said. “She thought it was a spice like horseradish, why put it on everything?” Still, Burrell made an exception for traditional dishes like pasta carbonara, where pepper is essential.
Personal life and survivors
Anne Burrell is survived by her husband, Stuart Claxton, a marketing executive she married in 2021, her mother Marlene Burrell, younger sister Jane Burrell-Uzcategui, and her stepson Javier Claxton.
Though the cause of her death has not been disclosed, her impact on American food culture is widely recognised. From restaurant kitchens to primetime television, Anne Burrell’s bold personality and culinary skill made her one of the most influential chefs of her generation.