The popular TV show Ramayan which is based on the life journey of Lord Ram is breaking all the records of viewership as it has been declared the most watched entertainment show globally. On 16^th April 2020, it garnered 7.7 crores views which is pretty high in comparison to the highest viewership received by other shows including the American TV shows as well.

Actor Sunil Lahri who played the role of Lakshman in Ramanand Sagar’s Ramayan is very happy with the response that the show is getting. He said that many people are saying Doordarshan has been revived by Ramayan. Sunil recalled the old memories as he shared that the first thing that he can think of is the craziness of people for the serial and the characters. He told that people used to respect them by touching their feet whenever they see them at public places.

Sunil revealed that the response was not good in the beginning when Ramayan was telecasted in 1987, but after 6 or 7 episodes, people started getting mad for the serial. He feels that viewers got pretty strongly attracted towards the emotions of Ramayan and felt connected to it and even today, they are feeling the same.

Sunil Lahri further added that Ramayan did have a manufacturing date but it doesn’t have an expiry date and the response will be great even if it is re-run after 10-15 years. As per him, no matter how much modern we Indians get but we are still connected to our roots.

Talking about his personal choices, he said that he was not happy working in Ramayan in the initial stages because he lost many movies because of that. However, he admits that he is happy now as his work has been loved, respected and recognized today, more than the time when the show was telecasted for the first time.

In response to the question whether he got stereotyped, he said that though some similar roles were offered to him that he denied, he didn’t get stereotyped. He further said that in his younger days, his personality did not suit mythological roles so many people were surprised when he played the character of Lakshman very well. Sunil Lahri also revealed that he was working in few action, romantic and musical movies as well at that time but they flopped.

He also said that when he stopped getting good roles, he focused on production and advertising business so that he didn’t face survival issues. According to him, the industry people don’t care about the fact that how you are as an actor and what matters more for them is whether your movie worked on the box-office or not. In the end, he said that he will do only those roles which he feels he can justify.

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The 21 days lockdown starting from March 25 was imposed by the Indian government due to the increase in the number of COVID-19 positive patients and as everyone was forced to remain inside their houses, many people took to social media and demanded that popular old shows of DD National should he aired again.

The government took note of it and some very popular old shows such as Ramayan, Mahabharat, Dekh Bhai Dekh, Circus, etc. were started again on DD National and DD Prasar Bharati. The Indian citizens showered love on these shows, especially on Ramayan and it has broken all the records of viewership as on 16^th April, it got 77mn (7.7cr) views. Ramayan has become the most watched entertainment show worldwide, surpassing even the very popular English sitcoms.

The popular American television sitcom The Big Bang Theory which was directed by Mark Cendrowski and starred Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Simon Helberg, Kunal Nayyar and others got its highest viewership (18.5 mn) on 16 May, 2019. Another quite famous TV series Game of Thrones received 17.4 mn views on its final episode.

The fans of Ramayan took to social media and #RamayanSetsWorldRecord started trending on the micro-blogging site Twitter. Here is the tweet which was made by Prasar Bharati:

Ramayan World Record – Highest Viewed Entertainment Program Globally#IndiaFightsCorona#IndiaFightsBack pic.twitter.com/RdCDehgxBe

— Prasar Bharati (@prasarbharati) April 28, 2020

Here is the tweet by Doordarshan in which it thanked all its viewers for making Ramayan the most watched TV show ever in the whole world.

Thanks to all our viewers!!#RAMAYAN – WORLD RECORD!!
Highest Viewed Entertainment Program Globally. pic.twitter.com/n8xysaehNv

— Doordarshan National (@DDNational) May 2, 2020

The netizens also responded and here are some of the selected tweets:

#1

1987 से 2020 तक,
20 इंच ब्लैक&ब्हाइट टीवी से 50इंच एलईडी तक,
डीडी वन से लेकर 400 से अधिक एचडी चैनल तक,
लैंडलाइन से लेकर 5G तक,
और मेरे जन्म के पहले से और आज दो बच्चों के बाप बनने तक,
पूरे विश्व में आपकी सर्वोच्च सफलता ने हमें भारतवासी होने पर गर्व महसूस करा दिया है#रामायण

— Chetan gautam (@Chetang28956341) May 2, 2020

#2

Aray @DDNational record to phele bhi tuta hoga jab phele tv par aati thi ho sakta hai us time par trp check karne ka system nahi hota hoga us time ki diwangi to aaj se bhi jayeda hoti thi
Bachapn ki din yaad aa gaye

— Priyanka Sharma (@Siddharthfan5) May 2, 2020

#3

Thanks to Ramanand Sagar sir, thanks to @arungovil12 sir @LahriSunil air @ChikhliaDipika ma'am & other cast & crew members..
So much to learn & this ramayan made our lockdown period amazing. We felt each & every emotions. So beautifully written, directed & performed by all of u

— @prititrivedi (@trivedipriti_) May 2, 2020

#4

Many many Congratulations @DDNational !
Jai Sri SitaRam pic.twitter.com/XHcWv4VCaW

— Brij Kanika .. (@MeriRadhe) May 2, 2020

#5

Unique experience! Iconic episodes. Best thing happened during lockdown. Thank you DD national

— Veer (@TheNameIsVeer) May 2, 2020

#6

जय श्री राम…।।।
दूरदर्शन को आभार

— realsidfan (@Ashna09163457) May 2, 2020

#7

pic.twitter.com/P1GyWgQzOX

— Namuchi Sabar (@NamuchiSabar) April 28, 2020

#8

Most popular Western tv show big bang theory and game of thrones has recorded highest trp around 18 million and 17.4 million respectively.

And Ramayan re-run recorded 77 million impression its world records#जय_श्रीराम#Ramayan pic.twitter.com/DOWqtCkHPl

— Anil Bhatt (@anilbhatt25) May 2, 2020

The lockdown was further increased for 2 weeks till May 3 and now it has been extended once again till May 17.

If we talk about the situation of coronavirus in India, the number of COVID-19 patients is more than 37K while the number of people who have lost their lives is more than 1200.

If we talk about the whole world, the number of infected patients is over 33 lakh while more than 2.30 lakh have lost their lives.

Stay at home and stay safe!

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In the past, wearing eyeglasses was considered as a defect in an individual’s personality. No wonder it was this way, as glasses then were bulky and downright boring! But thank god, things have changed. And eyeglasses got a stylish makeover. In today’s fashion-forward world,  you now have all kinds of stylish spectacles in different shapes, sizes, styles and colours available. Sigh!

So, if you feel geeky or nerdy with your old frames, then it’s time that you probably say goodbye to your current pair and consider buying a stylish one. Yes. Eyeglasses are now readily available online, and some retailers even provide you with the option to try eyewear online virtually.

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To help you get started, here we have listed a few pairs of stylish spectacles that can instantly add a fresh appeal to your face. So, have a look at these and do away with your dull ‘chashmish’ look:

 Bring it on!

Gun-Metal Brown Rectangle Rimmed Eyeglasses

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If you want to give the usual rimmed eyeglass styles a miss, then consider these gun-metal brown glasses that carry a unique look. This pair of stylish spectacles has a refined and classy look to it and will help you take your style quotient a notch higher. The upper bridge of the frame has a classy appeal and is a perfect option to consider if you want to stand out and make an impression.

 Glam it Up!

Purple Cateye Rimmed Eyeglasses

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Cateye frames have a stylish streak to them and coupled with a touch of purple to it, what you get is an attractive pair of eyeglasses for yourself. Yes, this pair will help you shed your simpleton or nerdy look and will bring out your inner diva. Stylish spectacles in cateye styles also come in many other exciting colours, so if purple is not your colour, go for some other refreshing shade.

 Classy in Cateye

Black Cateye Rimmed Eyeglasses

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If you want cateye glasses but want to keep your look on a minimalistic side, then these stylish spectacles in a combination of black and metal finish will fit the bill. Such a pair will especially complement your professionaloutfits, as they have a striking ‘boss-lady’ appeal to them. These eyeglasses will grab attention to your facial features and will help others see you in a fresh light.

 Simple and Stylish!

Black Yellow Oval Rimmed Eyeglasses

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The right colour combination can add a fresh exuberance to your facial features. This pair of stylish spectacles in a combination of black and purple is perfect if you’re looking for something sombre yet lively.With oval glasses, these spectacles have a fun and quirky look and will help you get away from the geeky look. Also, you can wear these glasses with both your professional attires and casual dresses, as this has a flexible appeal to it.

Leave Your Mark!

Black Rectangle Rimmed Eyeglasses

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If you want rectangle-shaped eyeglasses, then this one in a shade of black, along with a tint of blue, is an excellent option to consider. Stylish spectacles such as these come in a myriad of contrasts, and each of them can liven up your face immediately. However, rectangle rimmed glasses can sometimes be heavy on the face, so make sure to buy a lightweight frame to wear it comfortably for longer durations.

 Recreate Your Personality with Stylish Spectacles

When there’s so much variety in eyeglasses today, why should you wear geeky frames? Pick a pair of stylish spectacles that fit your style quotient and bring out the best in you. Find an exciting range of eyewear frames with reliable retail brands like Titan Eye Plus that provide durable and trendy products. When you shop online through their website or by visiting their store, you can be assured of receiving dedicated customer support services that even extend after-sales. To offer your eyes extra protection, you may even choose from their range of UV protected and polarized glasses.

Replace your geeky frames with stylish spectacles and get compliments aplenty!

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The fans of Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor are still finding it difficult to believe that the veteran actor is not with us in this world. He is termed as the original romantic hero whose boyish looks and charm were more than enough to make anyone go crazy for him.

He made his Bollywood debut as a lead actor in 1973 and from 1973 to 2000, he worked as a romantic lead in more than 90 movies. He has worked with many Bollywood heroines and today we will tell you about those actresses who made their debut with the “Chandni” actor:

1. Dimple Kapadia

Rishi Kapoor’s first movie as a lead actor was “Bobby” (1973) and the female lead was played by beautiful Dimple Kapadia who was just 16 years old at that time. The on-screen pair of Rishi and Dimple was loved by audiences but then Dimple got married to superstar Rajesh Khanna. However, Rishi and Dimple worked together again in “Sagar” (1985) and it was also loved by movie buffs.

2. Jaya Prada

She was already an established actress in the Telugu film industry when she debuted in Bollywood with movie “Sargam” (1979) opposite the romantic hero Rishi Kapoor. “Sargam” was the remake of Telugu movie “Siri Siri Muvva” (1976) which also starred Jaya Prada in female lead. “Sargam” was a huge hit and both of them worked in many flicks after that.

3. Ranjeeta

She made her debut with “Laila Majnu” (1976) in which she was casted opposite Rishi Kapoor. The movie was based on the folktale of lovers Laila Majnu in which Rishi Kapoor portrayed the lead role of Majnu while Ranjeeti essayed Laila.

4. Shoma Anand

She didn’t get much success in movies but she is a very famous name in the television industry. Her debut movie was “Barood” (1976) opposite Rishi Kapoor and she attained much popularity in the serial Hum Paanch.

5. Kajal Kiran

Her original name is Sunita Kulkarni and she made her debut in Bollywood with Nasir Hussain’s romantic comedy “Hum Kisise Kum Naheen” opposite the “Mulk” actor.

RIP Rishi Kapoor! We will miss you!

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The cricketers don’t have the option of working from home so now social media networks have become their new playing grounds and they are utilizing them properly by carrying out #AskMe sessions, Instagram live chats and also by requesting their fans and followers to remain indoors in order to save themselves from the coronavirus pandemic.

The Indian cricketer Yusuf Pathan also chatted live with a cricket portal recently and talked about many things including his IPL stint.  For majority part of IPL, Yusuf was with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and was also a part of the team when KKR won IPL twice; however for the first three years of IPL (2008-10), he was with Rajasthan Royals (RR) and he was full of praises for the former Australian cricketer Shane Warne.

Shane Warne was the skipper of Rajasthan Royals when the team won the inaugural edition of IPL in 2008 and as per Yusuf, only a captain like Shane Warne has the capability to win the tournament with such limited resources. Yusuf added that at that time, there were not many big international players in RR but Shane not only took the team to the final but also won the tournament.

During this live session, Yusuf Pathan’s younger brother also made an appearance as he made a comment in which he asked Yusuf how much salary he is getting for the live chat with cricket portal. This funny comment by the younger brother made the fans laugh out loud.

Here is the comment:

Yusuf and Irfan both have played for India and many times played important roles in the team’s victory. What’s more, nowadays they are also making TikTok videos for entertaining their fans and recently, Irfan became a hair-stylist for his brother and father as the hair saloons are closed due to the lockdown.

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The Indian cricketers are passing their lockdown period by indulging in Instagram live sessions with another cricketers and talking about the past memories and incidents. Recently, Indian cricketers Cheteshwar Pujara and Ravichandran Ashwin chatted live and they also talked about the four-match series which was played between India and Australia.

Under the captaincy of Steve Smith, the Australian team won the first test match which was played at Pune and they were too eager to win the second test match as well that was played at Bengaluru. The Indians were already under a lot of pressure as they needed a win to remain alive in the series; however, things were not in favour as the Virat Kohli led side was all out for a small score of 189 in the first innings. Australian bowler Nathon Lyon tore apart the Indian batting lineup as he took 8 wickets. On the other hand, Australians managed to score 276 runs in their first innings.

Cheteshwar Pujara recalled the old times and said that after losing the first test match, the team sat together and talked as it was not easy to make a comeback after the opposition took a lead of 1-0 in the four-test match series. He further said that after the first innings, Anil Kumble who was the head coach at that time talked to him and told him how to deal with Nathon Lyon. Pujara also revealed that he went to the National Cricket Academy and worked on few shortcomings.

Cheteshwar Pujara further said that he still felt the pressure when he went to bat in the second innings and the manner in which Australians were sledging, it felt as if they were thinking that they had already won the match. He also said that the sledging that he and Ajinkya Rahane faced from the Australians when they were coming to the dressing room during the tea time must have changed the course of the game.

Pujara meant that the sledging from the Australians made their resolution stronger which helped them in playing gritty knocks. While Pujara scored 92 runs, Ajinkya Rahane also scored 52 which helped India in putting up a score of 274 on the board. But the Australians were not able to achieve the target as R Ashwin’s spin bowling proved to be too much for them; Ashwin took 6 wickets for 75 runs and the visitors were all out for just 112.

India won the second test match and it was certainly a win to remember for a long time.

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The online activity of the cricketers has increased to a great extent due to the lockdown which has been imposed on account of the coronavirus pandemic. They are now engaging in Instagram live sessions, conducting Q&A sessions and also using these platforms for requesting to their fans to stay at home and take all the precautions that have been advised by the government and medical professionals to stay safe.

Recently, the Indian cricketer Yusuf Pathan, the elder brother of former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan, had a live Instagram session with a cricket portal and he answered many questions related to different topics. However, the best part of the session was when he was asked to describe some cricketers in one line. When the name of Sachin Tendulkar cropped up, Yusuf said that it is not possible to say anything about him in one line as he is a legendary player. Ultimately, Yusuf called Sachin Tendulkar as the God of Cricket.

In Yusuf Pathan’s opinion, Shane Warne and Yuvraj Singh are the rockstars. The Baroda cricketer also referred to Shane Warne as one of the favourite IPL skippers as he played under Shane Warne’s captaincy in IPL 2008, the year in which Warne led Rajasthan Royals (RR) won the IPL.

Everybody is a fan of MS Dhoni’s captaincy and the word that Pathan senior used for MSD was ‘clever’. Yusuf Pathan was also asked to describe the cricketer turned politician Gautam Gambhir and for him, the former used the term ‘Gambhir’ which means serious apart from calling him an emotional human being.

Yusuf Pathan who is famous for his hard-hitting batting style is one of those few Indian cricketers who have been a part of T20 World Cup 2007 winning team and ODI World Cup 2011 winning team as well. He has also been a part of IPL winning teams three times – two times with Kolkata Knight Riders and one time with Rajasthan Royals.

What do you think of Yusuf Pathan’s one-liners? Do you agree with him or do you have different opinion?

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