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Rajshri Productions to make OTT debut with Bada Naam Karenge on Sony Liv
MUMBAI: Rajshri Productions and the Barjatya family have regaled us with family-oriented movies for decades now. Whether it was Nadiya ke Paar or Jeevan Mrityu or Maine Pyar Kiya or Hum Aapke Hain Koun or the more recent Uunchai, families flocked to the cinema halls knowing what they were going to get: squeaky-clean-emotional-yet-entertaining- and-very rooted-in-Indian-culture fare.
Now, the production house is set to make its highly anticipated OTT debut with the series Bada Naam Karenge premiering on 7 February on Sony Liv. This heart-warming tale explores themes of love, family, and self-discovery, perfectly timed for the season of romance.
Directed by Palash Vaswani, known for Gullak, and helmed by legendary showrunner Sooraj R. Barjatya, Bada Naam Karenge infuses a modern twist into traditional storytelling, remaining true to Rajshri’s legacy of heartfelt narratives.
The series follows Rishabh and Surbhi, a Gen Z couple navigating their dreams while embracing the warmth of family values. Their journey intertwines love, tradition, and self-identity, aiming to evoke laughter, tears, and introspection.
Showrunner Sooraj R. Barjatya remarked: “Bada Naam Karenge is a labor of love that celebrates family and respect for tradition in a modern world. It bridges generational gaps, showing that Gen Z can be ambitious yet deeply rooted in values.”
Director Palash Vaswani added: “I believe the innocent romance that once graced our screens is missing from modern entertainment. This show aims to revive that beloved genre, offering a family-friendly experience that resonates with all ages.”
The stellar cast includes Ritik Ghanshani, Ayesha Kaduskar, Kanwaljeet Singh, Alka Amin, and Jameel Khan, among others.
Bada Naam Karenge invites viewers to rediscover love and family values, showcasing moments that inspire and uplift.
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OpenAI hits back at Elon Musk’s lawsuit ahead of trial
Company calls claims “baseless” and accuses Musk of trying to disrupt a rival.
MUMBAI: When the stakes are measured in billions and egos are involved, even Silicon Valley titans can turn a courtroom into a battlefield. OpenAI has issued a sharp public response to Elon Musk’s ongoing lawsuit, accusing the billionaire of filing the case to harass a competitor rather than address genuine concerns. In a strongly worded statement shared on its official X account, OpenAI described Musk’s allegations as “baseless” and suggested the lawsuit is an attempt to disrupt the company as the case heads toward trial later this month in Oakland, California.
The response comes after Musk’s legal team recently amended the complaint, proposing that any damages potentially exceeding $150 billion should go to OpenAI’s nonprofit entity rather than to Musk personally. OpenAI questioned the timing and motive behind this change, calling it a late-stage attempt to “pretend to change his tune” on the nonprofit structure.
The company further labelled the lawsuit a “harassment campaign”, arguing that Musk’s actions are driven by personal rivalry, ego, and a desire for greater control and financial upside.
At the heart of the dispute is Musk’s claim that OpenAI has abandoned its original nonprofit mission of developing artificial intelligence for the benefit of humanity. A co-founder who left in 2018, Musk is seeking governance changes, including the removal of CEO Sam Altman from the nonprofit board, and the return of certain financial gains linked to Altman and President Greg Brockman.
OpenAI has firmly rejected these allegations, maintaining that its current hybrid structure, a public-benefit corporation overseen by a nonprofit parent remains true to its long-term goals. The company has also previously accused Musk of anti-competitive behaviour aimed at weakening its leadership.
As the case prepares for a jury trial, this public exchange highlights the deepening rift between two of the most influential figures in the AI revolution and raises broader questions about governance, mission, and power in the fast-moving world of artificial intelligence.
In the high-stakes game of AI, it seems the real drama isn’t just inside the models, it’s playing out in courtrooms too.
