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Crime meets comedy in Amazon miniTV’s ‘Constable Girpade’
Mumbai: Amazon miniTV, a free video streaming service from Amazon, unveiled the trailer of its latest cop-comedy drama, Constable Girpade, created by award-winning writer-director, Saad Khan. The trailer gives an insight into Constable Girpade’s thrilling journey filled with twists, turns and laughter that will certainly keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The series brings together an ensemble cast including Khushaal Pawar, Neel Salkar, Vrajesh Hirjee, Gaurav Gera, Muskan Bamne, Dr. Sanket Bhosale and Chandni in pivotal roles.
Constable Girpade (Khushaal Pawar) and Phenyl Mohan (Gaurav Gera), the master of disguise, engage in a cat-and-mouse game throughout the series, which is filled with humorous moments and adventure. The trailer gives a glimpse of the hilarious characters in the series, ready to take viewers on an adventure, solving the wildest cases dealing with complex and unpredictable rich folks. Girpade is caught in the middle of all the drama while attempting to catch Phenyl Mohan, fulfill his obligations, and confess his love.
Produced by FirstAction Studios (a Rainshine Entertainment company), Constable Girpade explores the contrasting tones of Mumbai with complex crime cases that come to a shocking conclusion in the end, leaving viewers in splits. Keeping up with crime-solving elements, the series will leave viewers to ponder upon what is right and what is wrong! Get ready to tickle your bones with whodunit mysteries and solve intricate cases with Constable Girpade.
Amazon miniTV head of content Amogh Dusad sharing his thoughts about the series, said, “Constable Girpade is a perfect cop-comedy drama that has the perfect balance of investigations laced with humor, led by Khushaal Pawar as he prepares to win over audiences with his endearing portrayal of Girpade! Saad and his team have done a brilliant job of bringing together an ensemble that is definitely going to give audiences a laughter riot!”
Rainshine Entertainment (India) CEO Anuraag Srivastava said, “We’re delighted to join forces with Amazon miniTV for ‘Constable Girpade’. FirstAction studios at Rainshine has consistently captivated audiences with young and contemporary content, and this series is a testament to that. With its intriguing plot, ‘Constable Girpade’ promises a roller-coaster of laughter and suspense that will leave viewers wanting more.”
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Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square makes $64 billion bid to acquire Universal Music Group
Ackman pitches NYSE relisting plan as UMG board weighs unsolicited offer
The hedge fund has proposed a business combination that values UMG at €30.40 per share, representing a hefty 78 per cent premium to its current trading price. The offer includes €9.4 billion in cash alongside stock in a newly formed entity, with shareholders set to receive €5.05 per share in cash and 0.77 shares in the new company for each UMG share they hold.
Under the proposal, UMG would merge with Pershing Square SPARC Holdings Ltd and re-emerge as a Nevada-based entity listed on the New York Stock Exchange. The move is designed to boost investor visibility and potentially secure inclusion in major indices such as the S&P 500.
Pershing Square Capital Management ceo Bill Ackman argued that while UMG’s operational performance remains strong, its market valuation has lagged due to external factors. “UMG’s stock price has languished due to a combination of issues that are unrelated to the performance of its music business,” Ackman said, pointing to concerns ranging from shareholder overhang to delayed US listing plans.
Ackman also flagged what he sees as untapped potential in UMG’s balance sheet and a lack of clear capital allocation strategy. He added that the market has not fully recognised the value of UMG’s €2.7 billion stake in Spotify, alongside gaps in investor communication.
The proposed transaction would also result in the cancellation of around 17 per cent of UMG’s outstanding shares, while maintaining its investment-grade balance sheet. Pershing Square has said it will fully backstop the equity financing, with debt commitments secured at signing. The deal is targeted for completion by the end of the year.
UMG, however, has struck a measured tone. The company confirmed that its board has received the non-binding proposal and will review it with advisers. It reiterated confidence in its current strategy and leadership under Lucian Grainge, signalling no immediate shift in stance.
The proposal comes at a time when global music companies are navigating evolving investor expectations, streaming economics and capital allocation pressures. For Pershing Square, the bet is clear: sharpen the financial story, relist in the US, and let the music play louder in the markets.
Whether UMG’s board is ready to change the tune remains to be seen, but the spotlight on its valuation just got a lot brighter.
