A green step everyday builds a Cleaner India: John Abraham leads the Chennai’s Beach Clean up drive

June 05, 2025: 

This World Environment Day, it is Lights, Camera… Clean-Up! John Abraham – Garnier India’s Brand Ambassador was spotted ditching the spotlight for sand and sustainability! The Bollywood star joined hundreds of student volunteers on Chennai’s shores, rolling up his sleeves for a beach clean-up drive led by Garnier in collaboration with the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban on the weekend. 

The campaign, part of Garnier’s Green Beauty initiative, kicked off across 8 Indian coastal cities including Mumbai, Goa, Vizag, Pondicherry, and more—aiming to raise awareness and action around plastic waste with a powerful message: Take One Green Step. The event, with music, student energy, beach selfies, and John in action-mode, it was a visual spectacle with a purpose.

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"I'm honored to support Garnier's commitment to Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban and work towards the vision of building clean, green and litter free cities," said John Abraham, Garnier India’s long-term Brand Ambassador. “Through individual and collective day to day action such as segregating our waste, recycling and reusing items, we can build a cleaner India. I'm excited to contribute to this important initiative. Together, let’s take one green step every day towards building a cleaner India."

Over the past few years, Garnier has been working with Plastics for Change, collecting and recycling plastic waste, and impacting over 15,000 lives in the waste management ecosystem. This year, Garnier aims to collect 1,000 tonnes of plastic through its kiosks and RRR centers, and they’re inviting consumers and fans to do their part.

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Marathi star Prathamesh Parab to now play a lead role in a Hindi Film

- By Jyothi Venkatesh 

Many Marathi actors have made a mark in the Hindi film industry over the years. Now, another name is about to be added to that list. Beloved by audiences and known for his captivating performances in Marathi cinema, Maharashtra’s favorite actor Prathamesh Parab is all set to play the lead role in a Hindi film after having starred in lead roles in Marathi films.

Prathamesh will be seen in the lead role in the upcoming Hindi film 'Pauder'. Produced by Sameer Shaikh under the banner of Gulmohar Talkies, the film is being directed by Aditya Kelgaonkar. While Prathamesh has previously appeared in supporting roles in several Hindi films, 'Pauder' marks his debut as a lead actor in Hindi cinema.

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The film was officially launched with a traditional Ganesh puja and a clap by Prathamesh himself. Following the muhurat (auspicious launch), shooting for 'Pauder' began in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

Known for his versatility, Prathamesh has entertained audiences through a wide range of characters—from comedic to intense and serious roles—earning praise for his performances. His fans are thrilled to see him in a lead role in a Hindi film.

The cast of 'Pauder' also includes Rajat Kapoor, Rajsi Bhave, and Durgesh Kumar. The film will be shot across various locations in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. The cinematography is being handled by DOP Sandeep Yadav.

It is a thought provoking concept, says Sunjoy Waddhwa about Meri Bhavya Life

It wasn’t a risk but rather an intriguing concept: Sunjoy Waddhwa on Meri Bhavya Life 

With shows like Balika Vadhu, Gangaa, and Saat Phere - Saloni Ka Safar, among others, and OTT series like Ranneeti, Your Honor, and Dark 7 White, to name some, Sunjoy Waddhwa and his team at Sphereorigins have always brought stories that have initiated some much-needed discussions and conversations. 

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Their ongoing Colors show, Meri Bhavya Life, comes as another icebreaker on the small screen, focusing on a critical issue of body shaming. At a time when TV follows the tried and tested tracks, Sunjoy stressed that the show is a testament to the true value of his production house that is bringing something new and unique. 

He remarked, “For us, it wasn’t a risk but rather an intriguing concept. Considering Sphereorigins’ history, we have always explored unique ideas, from Balika to Saath Phere and Gangaa, so it didn’t feel risky. It has a modern feel and addresses a topic that society labels as an issue.”

“While the younger generation may not perceive it that way, society constantly reminds them that it is, in fact, an issue. It is a compelling story about a confident girl who is surrounded by a world that only focuses on her weight,” he added. 

When asked if he thinks this story is more relevant today than it would have been in the 90s or early 2000s, he responded affirmatively, while also noting that the topic is timeless and would have been suitable at any point in time. He said, 

“The times change, but issues are still the same most of the time. But right now I see it from the lens of a younger generation, and in the 90s, we would have possibly not been able to tap that younger generation. The world has moved on from the 90s to 2000 and 2025, and a whole new generation is there, and these body-shaming issues are more prevalent with the younger generation; however, the best part is that they are very confident about it,“ says Sunjoy Waddhwa. 

“They do not really see it as an issue because it's an individuality, but unfortunately, as I said earlier, the society keeps reminding them. Also, because of the lack of social media in the 90s, the issue was not so much out in the open. So social media played a great part in it and the essence of the story transcends time,” he ended.