Sonu Sood’s WhatsApp gets restored: ‘9,483 unread messages in 61 hours’

by Manisha Das

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Actor Sonu Sood, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film 'Fateh', finally regained access to his WhatsApp after hours of his messaging app being blocked.

Mumbai, April 28: Actor Sonu Sood, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film 'Fateh', finally regained access to his WhatsApp after hours of his messaging app being blocked.

Earlier, the actor took to his Instagram stories and appealed to the messaging platform after his WhatsApp account was blocked for nearly 60 hours.

The actor made distressed appeals as people in need reached out to him for help.

On Sunday, Sonu once again updated his 27.7 million followers about the status of his account.

The actor shared that he had over 9,000 unread messages within a span of 61 hours.

"Finally retrieved my WhatsApp. Just 9,483 unread messages in 61 hours. Thanks," he wrote.

Previously, the actor turned to X (formerly known as Twitter), and wrote: "My number does not work on @WhatsApp. I have been facing this problem many times. I feel it's time for you guys to upgrade your services (sic)."

Meanwhile, on the work front, the actor will soon be seen in 'Fateh'. The film also stars Jacqueliene Fernandez in the lead role and marks Sonu's directorial debut.

Produced by Shakti Sagar Productions and Zee Studios, the movie revolves around the complexities and challenges of cybercrime.

The film will also feature some action sequences supervised by Hollywood stunt expert Lee Whittaker.

‘Fateh’ is all set to hit screens this year.

IPL 2024: Bad Weather Delays Toss Between KKR Vs GT At Ahmedabad

by Pabitra Mohan Senapaty

Ahmedabad, May 13: Incessant lightning and bad weather have delayed the start of Match 63 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) here at the Narendra Modi Stadium. It has not rained heavily but a drizzle forced the ground staff to put the centre cover.

However, in the latest update, the covers have been removed but the floodlights are yet to be switched on. The updated toss time has not been announced yet.

KKR are the table-toppers on the points table and have qualified for the playoffs, whereas GT are reeling in eighth position with just five wins in 12 matches.

(IANS)

On Eve Of Nomination Filing, PM Modi's Roadshow Gets Bigger Than Before In Varanasi

by Pabitra Mohan Senapaty

Varanasi (UP), May 13: The flower shower, once it began, did not stop. A million lights twinkled in the air and their reflection danced on the Ganga River, creating a mesmerising look.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s roadshow in his parliamentary constituency Varanasi could not have got any bigger or better than this.

The Prime Minister began the roadshow by garlanding the statue of Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya at the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) gate intersection.

He was accompanied by UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, before state BJP President Bhupendra Chaudhary joined in later.

The roadshow began amid the beating of drums, blowing of conch shells, and chanting of mantras, lending to the occasion a festive mood in the middle of the Lok Sabha election campaign.

Late Ustad Bismillah Khan’s family played 'shehnai' for the Prime Minister while school girls dressed as 'Bharat Mata' were seen standing along the route. Youths dressed as Lord Shiva also stood along the route while the crowd chanted 'Har Har Mahadev'.

The scenario resembled a carnival more than a roadshow.

The crowds brimmed over as the 5-km roadshow wound its way through the streets packed with PM Modi's supporters, who wore T-shirts ‘Har Dil Mein Modi’ and ‘Hamar Kashi, Hamar Modi’ written on them prominently.

Houses and shops along the route were illuminated with fairy lights, as the party workers poured in from the neighbouring districts and from all sections of the society to cheer the Prime Minister and be part of the occasion.

People also held aloft lotus torches and waved them as the convoy passed by. People could also be seen hanging out from the balconies and rooftops to catch a glimpse of the Prime Minister.