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3 of Applause Entertainment’s web-series triumph in the ‘IMDb Top 50 Most Popular Indian Web Series of all time’
Mumbai: Applause Entertainment, a leading content studio in India, is elated to have three of its web-series – Scam 1992, Criminal Justice, and Undekhi, have been listed among the “IMDb Top 50 Most Popular Indian Web-Series of All Time”. These series have not only received critical acclaim but have also resonated with audiences, solidifying their status as timeless classics.
Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story is a gripping portrayal of the infamous stockbroker Harshad Mehta and the financial scandal that shook the nation. The series is renowned for its outstanding performances, meticulous storytelling, and its ability to transport viewers to the 1990s.
Criminal Justice, based on the British series of the same name, is an enthralling crime drama that takes audiences on a thrilling journey through the Indian judicial system. With its intriguing plot, brilliant cast, and realistic portrayal of the Indian legal framework, Criminal Justice captivated viewers and received acclaim for its compelling narrative.
Undekhi, a crime thriller set in the picturesque landscapes of Manali, delves into the dark underbelly of society through its riveting storyline. The series fascinated viewers with its edgy narrative, powerful performances, and exploration of complex moral dilemmas.
These accomplishments reaffirm Applause Entertainment’s commitment to creating immersive and high-quality content, showcasing their expertise in storytelling and their ability to connect with audiences.
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WhatsApp may soon let users to pick who sees their status updates
The messaging giant is borrowing a page from Instagram’s playbook as it pushes to give users finer control over their social circles.
CALIFORNIA: WhatsApp is quietly working on a feature that could make its Status function considerably smarter and considerably more private.
According to reports from beta tracking platforms, the app is testing a tool called Status lists, which would allow users to create named groups such as close friends, family and colleagues, and control precisely which group sees each update. It is a meaningful step up from the platform’s current blunt instruments, which offer only three options: share with all contacts, exclude specific people, or manually select individuals each time.
The new feature draws an obvious comparison with Instagram’s Close Friends function, and the resemblance is unlikely to be accidental. Both platforms sit within Meta’s family, and the company has been nudging them toward a common logic of audience segmentation for some time.
The move also fits neatly into WhatsApp’s broader privacy push. The platform has been rolling out enhanced chat protections and is exploring the introduction of usernames, which would allow users to connect without exchanging phone numbers. Status lists extend that philosophy from messaging into broadcasting.
Meanwhile, Status itself has been evolving well beyond its origins as a simple photo-and-text slideshow. The feature now supports music stickers, collages, longer videos and interactive elements, pushing it closer to the social-media-style story format pioneered by Snapchat and refined by Instagram. In that context, finer audience controls are not merely a privacy feature. They are a precondition for people sharing more.
The feature remains in development and has not been confirmed for release. WhatsApp routinely tests tools that are later modified or quietly shelved. But the direction of travel is clear: the app wants Status to be a destination, not an afterthought. Letting users decide exactly who is in the audience is how it gets there.
