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Chinmay Mandlekar, an alumnus of the National School of Drama, is currently portraying Sant Tukaram in the TV series “Tu Majha Sangati.” His upcoming film “Reti” is set to launch on April 8. The film addresses the issue of the sand mafia and examines how the illegal sand trade not only affects the c
Bernie or Bust: A Supporter’s Perspective PHILADELPHIA — During my four days here, I encountered numerous compelling, yet troubling arguments from the Bernie or Bust movement. Some individuals confidently assert that the Green Party has a chance to win in November, while others claim that Bernie San
Patterson Hood’s Background “From a demographic perspective, I might seem like the quintessential Trump supporter,” says Patterson Hood, co-founder of Drive-By Truckers, during our August phone interview about their upcoming album, American Band, releasing on September 30. “As a 52-year-old white ma
The self-employed truck driver Niclas Nordström found himself stranded by snow on Sweden’s E22 motorway for a staggering 20 hours on Wednesday and Thursday, describing the weather conditions as the worst he has experienced in his 30-year career. Since the 1990s, Nordström has operated his own road f
Influences and Originality Milestone draws heavily from established filmmakers, raising the question of whether Ayr brings anything distinctive to the table. Is Milestone merely another Netflix original lacking true originality? Character Introduction Suvinder Vicky portrays Ghalib, a reclusive driv
The Drive-By Truckers will perform at the MontBleu Theatre on Saturday, Oct. 8. Powerful Themes in “American Band” Patterson Hood opens The Drive-By Truckers’ impactful new album, “American Band,” with the poignant line, “He was running down the street when they shot him in his tracks.” This mirrors
The Case of Philip “Buckie” Barlow The complete account of a truck driver found deceased in a creek after being reported missing in 2019 has surfaced as part of a true crime documentary series. Disappearance Reported Philip “Buckie” Barlow, a 61-year-old truck driver, was reported missing by his lon
“Ice Road Truckers” star Todd Dewey It’s understandable if Todd Dewey wishes to erase 2016 from his memory. The past year has been particularly challenging for the beloved star of History Channel’s hit reality series, “Ice Road Truckers.” Here’s what made it so tough: The tenth season of “Ice Road T
Intimidating Beginnings The sign read “Professional Drivers Only,” which felt a bit daunting. At a truck stop in Effingham, Illinois, I found gruff-looking individuals donning camo hats and intense gazes at the counter of the Iron Skillet Restaurant. Unexpected Conversations However, these long-haul
