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“Actor Somy Ali Criticizes Barbie Movie and Its Impact on Children’s Psyche”

Actor turned humanitarian Somy Ali expresses her concerns about the damaging impact of Barbie dolls on young girls’ psyche. As the Barbie movie hits theaters, Somy Ali calls out the creators for perpetuating unrealistic beauty standards and racism, leading to body dysmorphic disorders among young girls.

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Margot Robbie as Barbie in the movie's vibrant poster.

As the much-anticipated Barbie movie featuring Margot Robbie releases in theaters, actor turned humanitarian Somy Ali voices her criticism of the iconic doll’s impact on children’s self-perception. Barbie dolls, known for their unattainable beauty standards, have been reigning over young girls’ minds since 1959. Somy Ali, who runs her NGO, No More Tears, speaks out about the harmful message that Barbie creators have been conveying for decades.

Recalling her own experience as a young girl receiving a Barbie doll, Somy Ali shares, “When I moved to the US at the age of 9, I was given a blonde hair blue-eyed Barbie doll for my birthday. To this day, I vividly remember how much I could not relate to her. Her features were unlike mine, particularly her skin color, and she looked fake and phony to me even at nine years old. My concept of beauty, as it is even today, was and is inspired by the likes of Rekha ji, the late Smita Patil Ji, Nandita Das, and models like Seema Hari. I find all of them stunningly beautiful, and in my book, that’s the epitome of beauty.”

Somy goes on to explain how, in 2000, under pressure, Barbie’s creators attempted to change her waist-to-hip ratio to resemble more realistic women’s bodies, portraying some dolls as doctors and career women. However, she criticizes the overall messaging and marketing strategy of the Barbie franchise, which perpetuates harmful beauty standards, leading to body dysmorphic disorders like bulimia and anorexia among young girls.

The humanitarian recalls how a journalist friend who recently saw the Barbie movie was appalled by the gift bag handed to the press, containing skin whitening cream and cleaning supplies. This, she says, reinforces the same old message of light-skinned beauty, rooted in racism and discrimination, which has persisted since the doll’s inception in 1959.

“I find this disgusting and appalling that there have been no changes in countless years with the message the Barbie creators are sending to our youth. It’s like the tobacco industry; we all know that smoking kills, but in spite of lawsuits filed against them, they keep winning and selling to addicts,” Somy expresses her distress.

Somy believes that raising awareness about the damaging impact of Barbie dolls and writing letters to the creators are necessary steps to initiate change. However, she acknowledges that true transformation may take time, much like the realization of the damage caused by tobacco consumption.

As the Barbie movie celebrates its release, Somy Ali’s concerns serve as a reminder of the responsibility the entertainment industry has in promoting positive body image and diversity, especially to its young audience.

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Bhajan Singer Chettan Krishan Malhotra Hits a Milestone with His 19th Devotional Hit, “Vaishno Mata”

Renowned Bhajan singer Chettan Krishan Malhotra is making waves with his 19th consecutive devotional hit, “Vaishno Mata,” following his previous success collaborating with T-series. The melodious track, crooned and composed by Chettan Krishan Malhotra, is gaining immense popularity and resonating with listeners.

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Bhajan Singer Chettan Krishan Malhotra Hits a Milestone with His 19th Devotional Hit, "Vaishno Mata"

Renowned Bhajan singer Chettan Krishan Malhotra has achieved a remarkable milestone with his 19th consecutive devotional hit, titled “Vaishno Mata.” Following his previous success collaborating with T-series for the hit devotional song “Pashupatinath Dijiye Darshan,” the artist is back with another soul-stirring and melodious track that is captivating the hearts of music enthusiasts.

“Vaishno Mata,” a devotional song that seeks to invoke a sense of spirituality and devotion, is creating waves in the music industry. The track, which is crooned and composed by Chettan Krishan Malhotra, features lyrics penned by Shiv Safar. Produced by Artbaaz Studios and featuring music by Dhruv Patel and Vaibhav Raghvani, this devotional composition has struck a chord with listeners of all ages.

Chettan Krishan Malhotra’s journey in the world of devotional music has been nothing short of extraordinary. With each release, he has managed to touch the hearts of his audience, creating a sense of deep spiritual connection through his soulful tracks. His collaboration with T-series for the devotional hit “Pashupatinath Dijiye Darshan” garnered immense praise, and he is back with yet another gem, “Vaishno Mata.”

In a recent interaction, Chettan Krishan Malhotra expressed his delight and gratitude for the response “Vaishno Mata” has received. He shared, “After my successful association with T-series for my previous hit, ‘Pashupatinath Dijiye Darshan,’ I had the privilege of working on ‘Vaishno Mata’ with my son Keshaav Chetan Malhotra, who is not only an accomplished actor but also a talented singer and composer. We composed this devotional track together, and I am extremely happy with the way it has been received by our audience.”

While many artists aspire to collaborate with renowned music labels like T-series, Chettan Krishan Malhotra’s dedication to his craft led him to release “Vaishno Mata” on his own channel. Despite facing some challenges due to personal commitments and scheduling conflicts, the artist managed to share this soulful composition with his listeners, and the response has been overwhelming.

“Vaishno Mata” is a testament to Chettan Krishan Malhotra’s unwavering commitment to his craft and the divine connection he shares with his audience. This devotional track marks his 19th consecutive hit in the genre, and it has been made possible through the love and soulfulness he infuses into each of his creations. As the song continues to gain popularity, it is evident that his music resonates deeply with listeners, providing them with a sense of spirituality and devotion.

Chettan Krishan Malhotra’s impressive repertoire includes devotional hits such as “Sai Tera Hi Naam,” “Hanuman Chalisa,” “Hanuman Milenge,” “Shyam Nazro Mai Hi,” “Sai Tere Dar Pe,” “O Vrindavan Bihari,” “Ganpati Bappa Morya,” “Jai Mata Di,” “Kanhaiya Sang Holi,” “Mere Nath Ganpati,” “Tumhari Sharan Mein Aake Shyam,” “Pashupatinath Ke Baba,” “Jai Kedarnath Mahakaal,” “Jai Badrinath Dham,” “Maiya Time Kad,” “Jai Siya Ram,” and many more.

With each new release, Chettan Krishan Malhotra’s fan base continues to expand, and his devotional hits provide solace, inspiration, and a profound connection to the divine for his listeners. As he celebrates the success of “Vaishno Mata” and looks ahead to future projects, it is clear that his devotion and dedication to creating soul-stirring music will continue to touch the hearts and souls of his audience.

Chettan Krishan Malhotra with Vaishno Mata
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Salman Khan Unveils Leke Prabhu Ka Naam

After creating a buzz with first look poster and teaser, finally first single, Leke Prabhu Ka Naam from Tiger 3 is out.

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Salman Khan Unveils Leke Prabhu Ka Naam

Superstars Salman Khan shared the song on social media, he wrote, “Hope you like the song…#LekePrabhuKaNaam OUT NOW #Tiger3 arriving in cinemas on 12th November. Releasing in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.”

The song is composed by Pritam, penned by Amitabh Bhattacharya, it is crooned by Arijit Singh and Nikhita Gandhi, and the song is choreographed by Vaibhavi Merchant.

In the song, Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, as Tiger and Zoya, are seen dancing with each other at a stunning location in Cappadocia, Turkey. Their chemistry in the trippy dance track is awesome!

Helmed by Maneesh Sharma. Produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films, the film also stars Emraan Hashmi.

Following the events of Tiger Zinda Hai, War and Pathaan, Tiger and Zoya are framed as traitors by a revenge-seeking terrorist named Aatish where they set on a life-threatening crusade to prove their innocence.

Tiger 3 is scheduled to be released on 12 November 2023 in standard and IMAX formats coinciding with Diwali.

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If You Were the Last Trailer Is Out

Peacock drops the official trailer for an original romantic comedy film titled If You Were the Last, directed by Kristian Mercado, penned by Angela Bourassa

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If You Were the Last Trailer Is Out

This sci-fi rom-com with a simple twist is about two people stuck on a spaceship out in the solar system questioning their relationship and sex and everything else.

The film stars Anthony Mackie, Zoe Chao, Natalie Morales, Geoff Stults, Missi Pyle, Sarah Voigt, and Kaleka.

Adam and Jane (Anthony Mackie and Zoe Chao) are three years into a NASA mission that has gone very wrong: Their ship is broken and drifting between Jupiter and Saturn. Finding ways to pass the time as they become certain that no one is coming to save them, they argue over what to do.

One day, Adam poses that maybe they should sleep together; Jane laughs the idea off, but it then prompts a flirty debate about whether they’re better off spending their remaining days as friends or something more.

The film stars streaming from October 20th, 2023.

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