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Abhishek Bachchan’s heartfelt drama “I Want To Talk” premieres on Prime Video
MUMBAI: A dimly lit living room, a steaming cup of chai in hand, and Prime Video on your screen. You click ‘play’, thinking you’re ready for Shoojit Sircar’s latest masterpiece, I Want To Talk.
Spoiler alert—you’re not ready.
Known for crafting stories that hit you like a runaway truck full of feels (Piku, anyone?), Shoojit Sircar has once again proven he’s the maestro of raw emotions. And this time, he’s teamed up with Abhishek Bachchan—yes, the guy we all once (perhaps unfairly) dismissed as the not-so-Amitabh. But let’s hold that thought because this movie flips the script entirely.
In I Want To Talk, Abhishek delivers a career-defining performance that says, “Remember me? Well, you will now.” Shoojit Sircar, with his midas touch, peels back layers of humanity so deeply you’ll find yourself questioning your life choices, texting old friends, and yes, sobbing into that aforementioned chai.
So, clear your weekend plans, charge your emotions, and prepare to be wrecked—in the best possible way.
In I Want to Talk, Abhishek Bachchan steps into the shoes of Arjun Sen, a sharp, chatty Bengali man chasing the “American Dream.” But here’s the kicker: Arjun has just 100 days to live. Yep, you read that right—100 days to untangle a lifetime of complications. From reuniting with his estranged seven-year-old daughter to redefining what truly matters, this father-daughter saga is all about finding connection in the chaos.
With a stellar cast including Ahilya Bamroo, Johnny Lever, Jayant Kriplani, Pearle Dey, and Kristin Goddard, and backed by the visionary team at Rising Sun Films, I Want To Talk promises to be as moving as it is inspiring.
Speaking about the film, Sircar said, “I Want To Talk is a poignant reminder of the indomitable power of human connection and resilience. I’ve always been fascinated by the complexities of human relationships and how these can help one heal and transform.”
Honestly, Sircar’s track record—from Piku to October—has been impeccable. So, are we surprised that this film is already being dubbed a masterpiece? Not really.
Still on the fence? Here are three reasons to hit play on Prime Video tonight:
1. The Plot: A 100-day ticking clock? Stakes don’t get higher—or more emotional—than that.
2. The Cast: Abhishek Bachchan in one of his career-best performances, alongside a powerhouse supporting cast.
3. The Director: Shoojit Sircar’s genius at weaving intricate human emotions is unmatched.
Add to that the stunning cinematography and a soul-stirring soundtrack, and you’ve got a movie that’s not just watched—it’s felt.
Prime members in 240+ countries and territories can stream the movie starting today. If you’ve ever needed a reason to renew that subscription, this is it.
What would you do if you had just 100 days left? Would you chase old dreams, mend broken relationships, or binge-watch every Shoojit Sircar film on Prime? Maybe all three?
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India’s telecom subscribers cross 1.32 billion in February 2026
Broadband base swells past 1.06 billion as Jio and Airtel tighten grip on the market.
MUMBAI: India’s telecom sector is ringing in steady growth once again adding millions of new connections every month while the race for broadband supremacy continues to heat up like a fiercely contested cricket match. According to the latest data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on 1 April 2026, the total telephone subscriber base in the country reached 1,321.31 million at the end of February 2026. This marked a net addition of 7.31 million subscribers during the month, translating into a monthly growth rate of 0.56 per cent.
Wireless subscribers (including mobile and Fixed Wireless Access) stood at 1,273.31 million, registering a net addition of 6.97 million and a growth rate of 0.55 per cent. Within this, urban wireless connections grew to 730.75 million (growth 0.70 per cent), while rural wireless subscribers reached 542.56 million (growth 0.35 per cent).
Wireline subscribers, though much smaller in scale, showed slightly faster growth. The total wireline base increased to 47.99 million, with a net addition of 0.34 million and a monthly growth rate of 0.70 per cent. Urban areas continued to dominate wireline connections with a share of 89.41 per cent.
Overall tele-density in India improved to 92.66 per cent. Urban tele-density stood at 150.68 per cent, while rural tele-density edged up to 60.02 per cent.
The broadband subscriber base crossed a significant milestone, reaching 1,059.05 million at the end of February 2026. This reflected a healthy net addition of 6.33 million subscribers and a monthly growth rate of 0.60 per cent from January’s figure of 1,052.72 million.
Segment-wise, mobile wireless access continued to drive the majority of growth with 996.52 million subscribers. Fixed Wireless Access (including 5G FWA) added 16.51 million, while wired broadband stood at 46.02 million.
Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd. maintained its commanding lead with 519.64 million broadband subscribers. Bharti Airtel Ltd. followed with 364.14 million, Vodafone Idea Ltd. with 129.36 million, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. with 28.70 million, and Atria Convergence Technologies Ltd. with 2.38 million.
Together, these top five players command a massive 98.60 per cent share of the total broadband market.
In the wireless (mobile) segment, private operators continued to dominate with 92.59 per cent market share, leaving public sector undertakings (BSNL and MTNL) with just 7.41 per cent.
Out of the total 1,257.29 million wireless (mobile) subscribers, 1,177.60 million were active on the peak Visitor Location Register (VLR) date, representing an impressive 93.66 per cent activity rate. Bharti Airtel led in this metric with 99.42 per cent of its subscribers active.
Meanwhile, 14.47 million subscribers submitted requests for Mobile Number Portability (MNP) in February, indicating healthy competition and customer churn across zones.
While urban areas still lead in absolute numbers, rural connectivity is slowly catching up. Rural wireless tele-density stood at 59.46 per cent, compared with the much higher urban figure of 142.32 per cent.
Fixed Wireless Access using 5G technology also showed promising traction, growing to 11.93 million subscribers. Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel are the primary players driving this segment.
The data paints a picture of a maturing yet still rapidly expanding telecom ecosystem. With total telephone subscribers now well past the 1.32 billion mark and broadband users comfortably above 1.06 billion, India continues to solidify its position as one of the world’s largest and most dynamic digital markets.
From bustling city streets to remote villages, more Indians are staying connected than ever before proving that when it comes to telecom, the country’s appetite for growth shows no signs of hanging up anytime soon.
