A wave of controversy has hit the upcoming Telugu film 'The Raja Saab', starring superstar Prabhas, after a startling allegation emerged on social media. A fan has claimed they were offered a substantial sum of money to replace a negative review with a positive one, casting a shadow over the film's pre-release buzz.
Allegations of Paid Reviews Rock Tollywood
The fan's post, which went viral, stated they were offered Rs 14,000 to change their critical assessment of the film to a favourable review. This incident has ignited a fierce debate online about the ethics of film promotion and the authenticity of audience feedback in the digital age. While the production team has not officially commented, the allegation has put 'The Raja Saab' under intense scrutiny, with many calling for transparency in how films are marketed to the public.
Sports and Global Headlines
In the world of Formula 1, driver Lando Norris opened up about the mental challenge of his maiden race victory. He revealed his mindset was dominated by "thinking what could go wrong because everything was going right" on that historic day, highlighting the pressure at the pinnacle of motorsport.
Meanwhile, cricket analyst Kevin Pietersen floated a "wild thought", suggesting that a coach who has won both the IPL and PSL tournaments should replace Brendon McCullum as England's Test coach, stirring conversation among cricket fans.
Health Warnings and Legal Battles
In a sobering reminder, health experts have warned that COVID-19 is not the last pandemic the world will face. They directly linked climate change to the potential emergence of more zoonotic viruses, urging for greater preparedness and environmental action.
On the policy front, five U.S. states have sued the Trump administration over its decision to freeze funds allocated for child care and early learning programs. In another legal challenge, a group of Indian H-4 visa spouses have filed a lawsuit against the administration for scrapping the automatic extension of their work permits, a move impacting many families.
From Bollywood to Personal Insights
In Bollywood, director Homi Adajania reacted to the new 'O Romeo' poster featuring Shahid Kapoor, hinting at developments for the anticipated 'Cocktail 2'. In a personal revelation, former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi spoke candidly about her long-standing marriage to husband Raj K Nooyi, stating simply, "It’s not easy...", offering a glimpse into balancing a high-powered career with personal life.
Key Updates for Aspirants and More
In significant news for government job seekers, the SSC CGL Tier 1 scorecard and final answer key for 2025 have been officially released. Candidates can download them directly from the official website, ssc.gov.in.
Other notable stories include the explanation of why millions of Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas on January 7, a controversial statement from a Pakistani minister regarding Israeli PM Netanyahu, and progress on the Ponda-Bhoma highway in Goa, with work set to begin next month as confirmed by the PWD minister.
The day's news mosaic paints a picture of ongoing controversies in entertainment, critical developments in sports and health policy, and pivotal updates affecting students and citizens, underscoring the interconnected nature of local and global narratives.
