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‘The Two Towers’ triumphs at MTV movie awards
MUMBAI: Finally there was good news for New Zealand director Peter Jackson in terms of award recognition. After being snubbed at the Academy Awards Jackson’s The Lord of The Rings – The Two Towers bagged the best picture prize at the MTV Movie Awards which took place on 31 May at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.
The schizophrenic computer generated character Gollum won the award in the virtual performance category. LOTR also won an award for on-screen team comprising of Elijah Wood, Sean Astin and Gollum. The biggest money grosser from last year Spiderman was cited for best kiss and for female actor.
Perhaps in an effort to encourage a musician making a successful crossover to the silver screen, the broadcaster gave the best male trophy to Eminem for 8 Mile. The story of a rapper trying to make it in black man’s territory mirrors the controversial rap stars life to an extent.
In addition, the awards show also gives an opportunity for stars of upcoming summer blockbusters to increase visibility. For instance, Demi Moore who is making a comeback by appearing in the sequel to Charlie Angels presented an award.
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
