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</div></div>Mission Journalism Epaper - 10 August to 16 August 2026

Mission Journalism Epaper - 10 August to 16 August 2026

Mission Journalism Epaper - 10 August to 16 August 2026

boAt Makes Big-Screen Play with CineHead F1 Series, Enters Smart Projector Category

Santosh Sahu 0 Business August 11, 2026

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</div><br></div><div><b>Mumbai: boAt</b> has entered the smart projector category with the launch of the CineHead F1 Series, comprising the CineHead F1 and F1 Pro. The range brings Official Google TV 5.0, 1080p Full HD native resolution with 4K support and Dolby Audio, along with smart auto-setup features.</div><div><br></div><div>Designed for movies, OTT, sports and gaming, both projectors support up to 120-inch screen sizes, access to 10,000+ apps, Google Assistant, Kids Mode and certified apps including Netflix and YouTube. The F1 Pro offers 500 ANSI lumens and a 10W speaker, while the F1 features 300 ANSI lumens and a 6W speaker. Both come with auto focus, auto keystone correction and obstacle avoidance.</div><div><br></div><div>The CineHead F1 Pro is priced at ₹32,999 and is available on boAt’s website, Amazon, Flipkart and select retail stores. The F1 will launch later this month. The series also strengthens boAt’s Made-in-India consumer technology portfolio.</div>

boAt Makes Big-Screen Play with CineHead F1 Series, Enters Smart Projector Category

Mumbai: boAt has entered the smart projector category with the launch of the CineHead F1 Series, comprising the CineHead F1 and...

Freshers Hiring Intent Touches 75% in HY2 2026, Though Growth Remains Uneven Across Industries: TeamLease EdTech

Santosh Sahu 0 Business August 10, 2026

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</div><br></div><div>●  Overall fresher hiring intent rises by 2% to 75% in HY2 2026, led by Retail (93%), E-commerce & Technology Start-ups (93%), and Manufacturing (89%) </div><div>●  One in three industries including IT, Consulting, Telecom, Marketing & Advertising, Media & Entertainment, and Educational Services see hiring intent decline compared to HY1 2026</div><div>●  Top 5 in-demand fresher roles: AI Application Developer, Jr. Semiconductor Design Engineer, Data Centre Operations Associate, Programmatic Advertising Associate, and Inventory & Dispatch Executive</div><div>●  Bangalore (89%), Mumbai (75%), and Chennai (71%) remain the top cities driving entry-level hiring intent</div><div><br></div><div>Mumbai: India's fresher hiring outlook has strengthened in HY2 2026, with overall hiring intent rising to 75%, up from 73% in HY 1 2026, according to TeamLease EdTech's Career Outlook Report, HY2 (July–December 2026). The growth reflects sustained employer demand for entry-level talent, led by Retail, E-commerce & Technology Start-ups, and Manufacturing. These sectors together continue to anchor the country's fresher hiring momentum.</div><div><br></div><div>However, this recovery is not uniform across industries. Compared to HY1 2026, fresher hiring intent has declined in IT, and is down to 76% from 81%, while Consulting, Telecom, and Marketing & Advertising each dropped by 3 %, and Media & Entertainment and Educational Services each declined by 2%. This indicates roughly one in three industries tracked in the report scaled back on their fresher hiring plans even as the national outlook improved.</div><div><br></div><div>Speaking on the findings, <b>Shantanu Rooj, Founder & CEO, TeamLease EdTech,</b> said, "What we're seeing this second half of the year  is less about how many freshers get hired, and more about which freshers get hired. Sectors like Retail, E-commerce, and Manufacturing are scaling up because they're finding candidates who arrive with practical, job-ready skills, not just a degree. IT and Consulting, on the other hand, are being more selective precisely because the skill bar has moved: employers in these sectors now expect freshers to show AI fluency, applied problem-solving, and hands-on project experience from day one, not capabilities they'll build on the job. This shift is exactly why we believe skilling can no longer be an afterthought to education; it needs to be embedded into how freshers learn, right from the classroom, so they're equipped for the roles that are actually growing, not just the ones they hoped for."</div><div><br></div><div>Geographically, Bangalore continues to lead fresher hiring intent at 89%, followed by Mumbai (75%) and Chennai (71%), together accounting for a significant share of India's entry-level hiring activity. Among job roles, AI Application Developer, Jr. Semiconductor Design Engineer, Data Centre Operations Associate, Programmatic Advertising Associate, and Inventory & Dispatch Executive emerge as the most in-demand fresher roles in HY2.</div><div>To strengthen their employability amid this more selective hiring environment, freshers are increasingly turning to skill-first certifications. The report identifies Certification in VLSI Chip Design, AI Engineering, Cloud Security, Digital Marketing Analytics, and Good Manufacturing Practices as the top in-demand courses in the second half of the year, each aligned closely with the skill sets employers are prioritising in their hiring decisions.</div><div><br></div><div><b>Methodology:</b></div><div>TeamLease EdTech's Career Outlook Report, HY2 (July–December 2026), is based on responses from 1,097 companies collected between May and July 2026 across industries and cities in India. The study examines hiring intent among fresher candidates, in-demand job roles, required skills, and emerging hiring models, providing actionable insights for first-time jobseekers navigating the July–December 2026 employment market.</div><div><br></div><div><b>About TeamLease EdTech</b></div><div>TeamLease EdTech is India's leading Learning and Employability solutions company. It helps Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) launch, run, and manage their own Online Programs, improve the employability of their students through their apprenticeship programs, and helps employers build talent supply chains, along with improving employee productivity. TeamLease EdTech has exclusive partnerships with over 70 of India's largest Universities and Premier Institutions across 16 Indian states, and it trains 7 Lakh students on its platform through 9 Indian languages, and works with 2200 corporates in their upskilling/skilling initiatives.</div>

Freshers Hiring Intent Touches 75% in HY2 2026, Though Growth Remains Uneven Across Industries: TeamLease EdTech

● Overall fresher hiring intent rises by 2% to 75% in HY2 2026, led by Retail (93%), E-commerce & Technology Start-ups (93%...

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Z Fold8, Z Flip8, Watch Ultra2, and Watch9 Go on Sale in India

Santosh Sahu 0 Business August 10, 2026

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</div></div><div><b>Mumbai: Samsung</b>’s eighth-generation foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8 – along with the new wearables, the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 are available for sale across retail outlets in India starting today. Consumers can also purchase these devices on Samsung.com, Amazon and Flipkart. The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8, and Galaxy Z Flip8 have seen strong demand from Indian consumers, with Samsung securing 271000 pre-orders in just 72 hours of their launch. </div><div><br></div><div>Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra comes with a large 8-inch main display and is just 4.1mm thin, making it Samsung’s slimmest Fold design yet. It comes with 200MP main camera with HDR, a new 50MP ultra-wide lens with improved Nightography to deliver greater detail in any light, and is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy platform, with a 45W fast-charging 5000mAh battery.</div><div><br></div><div>Weighing just 201g with a 4800mAh battery, Galaxy Z Fold8 is Samsung’s lightest Galaxy Z Fold yet. The new Flex Titanium display structure reduces crease visibility and improves durability, while the main display reaches up to 3000 nits of peak brightness. Its dual 50MP camera system, Dual Recording and My FanCam features make capturing and editing content easier across different scenes. When folded, the Galaxy Z Fold8’s 10:16 cover screen is designed for tasks such as messaging, social media, web browsing and watching short-form video. When unfolded, the 4:3 main display provides a larger viewing area for games and films while reducing unused screen space for 16:9 content. </div><div><br></div><div>Galaxy Z Flip8 weighs just 180g and is just 6.1mm thin, making it Samsung’s slimmest and lightest Flip yet. Its 50MP camera, powered by Samsung’s ProVisual Engine, delivers detailed portraits and natural skin tones, while Flex Mode, Super Steady with Horizon Lock, FlipShot and Cover Screen Mirror support hands-free and cover-screen photography.</div><div><br></div><div>Galaxy Watch Ultra2, Samsung’s most capable smartwatch to date, combines rugged construction with specialised tracking modes for activities including trail running and diving. The new Trail Run feature measures elevation, climbing progress and terrain impact to help runners manage their pace. Nutrition Alert, a new addition to the existing Sweat Loss feature, estimates hydration needs by measuring sweat loss relative to body weight. It also adds professional diving support. </div><div><br></div><div>Galaxy Watch Ultra2 features an 800mAh battery, Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon Elite platform and introduces a display capable of up to 5000 nits of peak brightness for improved visibility outdoors. The watch retains its shock-resistant titanium construction while softer, lighter bands are designed to improve comfort during continuous wear.</div><div><br></div><div>Galaxy Watch9 is designed as Samsung’s everyday smartwatch, with an emphasis on comfort, long battery life and continuous health tracking. The watch uses an aluminium case while retaining Samsung’s cushion-shaped design. Galaxy Watch9 is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Elite platform and includes a 390mAh battery in the 40mm variant and a 445mAh in the 44mm variant for day-long operation. Its display reaches up to 3000 nits of brightness, making it easier to view information in bright conditions. The watch will be available in 40mm and 44mm sizes.</div>

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Z Fold8, Z Flip8, Watch Ultra2, and Watch9 Go on Sale in India

Mumbai: Samsung ’s eighth-generation foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fli...

Avinash Tripathi Honoured with ‘Vindhy Iconic Business Award’ for Creative Excellence and Socially Relevant Filmmaking

Santosh Sahu 0 News August 09, 2026

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</div><br></div><div><b>Mumbai: </b>Renowned filmmaker, writer, creative professional and podcast host <b>Avinash Tripathi</b> was honoured with the prestigious Vindhy Iconic Business Award’ for his outstanding contribution to creative filmmaking and his remarkable work on socially relevant subjects.</div><div><br></div><div>The jury appreciated Tripathi’s distinctive creative vision and his long-standing commitment to using cinema and storytelling as a medium for social awareness. He was recognised as one of the most creative filmmakers and among the most prolific short filmmakers working on social issues having created more than 750 short films and documentaries on subjects including tourism, Beti Bachao, child labour, drug abuse, smoking,  Behrupiyatraditions and several other important social and human-interest issues.</div><div><br></div><div><b>The award was presented by renowned actress Ameesha Patel and noted philanthropist and entrepreneur Dr. Manju Lodha. </b></div><div><br></div><div>The jury members expressed their happiness in honouring Avinash Tripathi, acknowledging his ability to transform serious social concerns into engaging and emotionally compelling visual narratives. His work over the years has established a distinctive space where creativity, cinema and social responsibility come together.</div><div><br></div><div>Apart from filmmaking, Tripathi has also made a significant contribution as a writer and lyricist. Several of his songs have been rendered by celebrated voices including Shaan, Kavita Krishnamurti, Kavita Seth, Anweshaa and Abhishek Ray among other accomplished artistes.</div><div><br></div><div>Avinash Tripathi is also the popular host of the podcast Beyond the Frame with Avinash Tripathi, where he explores cinema, creativity, culture, personalities and stories that exist beyond the conventional frame.</div><div><br></div><div>His creative journey has also taken him to international platforms. He was invited to the prestigious Cannes Film Festival to conduct a workshop on creative and cinema writing. He was also invited to Global Diaspora Glasgow during the Commonwealth Games further reflecting the international recognition of his work in cinema, creativity and cultural communication.</div><div><br></div><div>Speaking on the occasion, <b>organiser Vishnu Mishra praised Avinash Tripathi’s distinctive and powerful writing style </b>and described him as one of the most deserving recipients of the prestigious honour. He said that Tripathi’s ability to combine creativity with social consciousness makes his work particularly significant in contemporary filmmaking.</div><div><br></div><div>The Vindhy Iconic Business Award thus recognises not merely a filmmaker’s body of work, but a creative journey built around storytelling, social responsibility and the belief that cinema can entertain, inspire and bring meaningful change.</div>

Avinash Tripathi Honoured with ‘Vindhy Iconic Business Award’ for Creative Excellence and Socially Relevant Filmmaking

Mumbai: Renowned filmmaker, writer, creative professional and podcast host Avinash Tripathi was honoured with the p...

Karthik Subbaraj's 'Dorothy,' Backed by Jio Studios and Sikhya Entertainment, Unveils Title Announcement Ahead of Historic TIFF Premiere

Santosh Sahu 0 Entertainment August 08, 2026

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</div><br></div><div>Jio Studios and Sikhya Entertainment have unveiled the title announcement for writer-director Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy, ahead of its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, and it is set to release in theatres across India on Sept. 25.</div><div><br></div><div><b>Mumbai:</b> Writer-director Karthik Subbaraj's landmark 10th feature, Dorothy, is set to have its world premiere at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival in the Centrepiece section. </div><div><br></div><div>The Tamil-language feature, with an original score by legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja in his milestone 1,540th film, is backed by Jio Studios and Sikhya Entertainment and joins TIFF's acclaimed international program, formerly known as Contemporary World Cinema, which showcases celebrated filmmakers, festival favourites and highly anticipated world premieres from across the globe. </div><div><br></div><div>Ahead of its festival debut, the makers have unveiled the title announcement for Dorothy. Inspired by the vibrant yet fading tradition of Indian highway truck art, the poster reflects the spirit of the road and subtly foreshadows the journey that lies at the heart of Dorothy. </div><div><br></div><div><b>Produced by Jyoti Deshpande, Guneet Monga Kapoor and Achin Jain in association with Dhammam Films, Dorothy stars Sananth, Rishikanth and Keerthy Suresh in pivotal roles and is slated for a theatrical release across India on Sept. 25, 2026. </b></div><div><br></div><div><b>Karthik Subbaraj, Writer-Director</b>, said, "Dorothy is a film I've carried with me for a long time. It comes from a world I know intimately, one where friendship becomes a refuge, where love survives in silence, and where tenderness exists even in the harshest of places. Through this story, I wanted to explore identity, caste, masculinity, and compassion, not through spectacle, but through deeply human characters. While it's rooted in the culture and landscape of Tamil Nadu, I believe its emotions are universal. We're proud that its journey begins on a global stage like TIFF."</div><div><br></div><div><b>Jyoti Deshpande, President – Jio Studios,</b> whose banner is behind the record-breaking global blockbuster Dhurandhar duology and whose films have collectively won the most National Awards by any Indian studio, said, "The most powerful stories are rooted in authenticity yet speak to audiences everywhere. In a world increasingly shaped by technology, it is human emotion that remains timeless. Dorothy embodies that beautifully. Karthik Subbaraj has crafted a deeply moving film, elevated by Illaiyaraaja’s extraordinary music and unforgettable performances. We’re thrilled that its journey begins at TIFF, where we hope it is celebrated for its artistry, heart and courage”.  </div><div><br></div><div><b>Guneet Monga Kapoor & Achin Jain, Producers, Sikhya Entertainment,</b> the Academy Award-winning team behind The Elephant Whisperers, said, "Dorothy reminds us that empathy is one of the most powerful forces we have. What makes Karthik Subbaraj's storytelling so distinctive is that it finds grace and humanity in places where you least expect it. That's what makes Dorothy so special. It has the depth of a festival film with the heart and accessibility of commercial cinema. We hope its world premiere at TIFF is the beginning of a journey that connects with audiences across cultures and borders."</div><div><br></div><div><b>About Karthik Subbaraj</b></div><div>Karthik Subbaraj is a critically acclaimed Indian filmmaker known for his bold, genre- bending cinema. He broke through with Pizza (2012), followed by landmark films such as Jigarthanda (2014), Iraivi (2016) and Mercury (2018). His work spans mainstream hits like Petta (2019), starring Indian Superstar Rajnikanth, and cults like Mahaan (2022) and Jigarthanda Double X (2023). Often dubbed as the “Tarantino of India,” his films combine stylistic flair with emotional depth and moral complexity.</div><div><br></div><div><b>About Jio Studios</b></div><div>Jio Studios, the media and content arm of Reliance Industries Limited, is India's leading content studio and a market leader in entertainment. The studio has delivered some of Indian cinema's biggest blockbusters, including the Dhurandhar duology franchise, which grossed over ₹3,000 crore (US$330 million) worldwide. It has also produced India's highest-grossing Hindi films for three consecutive years: Stree 2 (2024), Dhurandhar (2025), and Dhurandhar The Revenge (2026). At the 72nd National Film Awards, Jio Studios emerged as the most-awarded content studio, with four honours, including Best Feature Film. Having produced over 200 films and series, it continues to champion its vision of "Make in India, Show the World" by creating compelling stories for audiences across the globe.</div><div><br></div><div><b>About Sikhya Entertainment</b></div><div>Sikhya Entertainment is an Academy Award®-winning production house known for authentic, conversation-driven storytelling with global impact. Its acclaimed slate includes the Oscar®-winning The Elephant Whisperers (2023), KILL (2024), The Lunchbox, Masaan, Pagglait, What Will People Say, and the Oscar®-winning short documentary Period. End of Sentence. Recent successes include the National Award-winning features: Kathal - A Jackfruit Mystery (2023) and Soorarai Pottru (2020), Zee5 web-series Gyaarah Gyaarah (2024), documentary Yo Yo Honey Singh: Famous (2024), and multiple seasons of Amazon MX Player’s top-rated show Gutar Gu (2023–2025). Showcased at leading international festivals including Cannes and TIFF, Sikhya continues to push the boundaries of South Asian storytelling across films, documentaries, series, and podcasts, bringing locally rooted stories to audiences worldwide. Dorothy marks Sikhya’s return to Tamil-language film after a four-year gap since the Academy Award-winning documentary, The Elephant Whisperers.</div>

Karthik Subbaraj's 'Dorothy,' Backed by Jio Studios and Sikhya Entertainment, Unveils Title Announcement Ahead of Historic TIFF Premiere

Jio Studios and Sikhya Entertainment have unveiled the title announcement for writer-director Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy, ah...

Bollywood’s Big Ensemble Comedy Welcome to the Jungle Highlights Casting Director Girdhar Swami’s Work

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</div><br></div><div><b>Mumbai: </b>Bollywood comedy entertainer Akshay Kumar starrer Hit film <b>Welcome to the Jungle</b> has brought together a large ensemble of established actors and popular performers. Girdhar Swami is credited as the film’s Casting Director.</div><div><br></div><div>Among the prominent performers associated with the film are veteran actors Farida Jalal and Kiran Kumar, along with Akshara Singh, Mukesh Tiwari, Sudesh Berry, Hemant Pandey, Brijendra Kala, Zakir Hussain and several other well-known artists.</div><div><br></div><div>A special highlight is Bhojpuri superstar Akshara Singh, who features alongside Akshay Kumar in the energetic song “Ghis Ghis Ghis.” Her presence adds another popular regional talent to the film’s large Bollywood ensemble.</div><div><br></div><div><b>For Girdhar Swami, Welcome to the Jungle marks another significant addition to a career spanning more than 18 years. He began his Bollywood journey with 3 Idiots (2009) and went on to work on films including Rowdy Rathore (2012), Calendar Girls (2015), Wazir and Sanam Teri Kasam (2016), Babumoshai Bandookbaaz (2017), Andhadhun (2018), Coolie No. 1 (2020) and Yaariyan 2 (2023).</b></div><div><br></div><div>His work on Sanam Teri Kasam also included the casting of Harshvardhan Rane, adding another notable milestone to his casting career.</div><div><br></div><div>With Welcome to the Jungle, Girdhar Swami adds another large-scale multi-starrer to his professional portfolio, further highlighting his contribution to Bollywood’s casting landscape.</div>

Bollywood’s Big Ensemble Comedy Welcome to the Jungle Highlights Casting Director Girdhar Swami’s Work

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Dr. Jaishankar Shares Future Roadmap with African Heads of Mission

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</div></div><div><b>New Delhi:</b> External Affairs Minister <b>Dr. S. Jaishankar</b> participated in the Africa Day 2026 celebrations held in the national capital on 5 August. During the event, he met with African Heads of Mission accredited to India and senior members of the diplomatic community, sharing a roadmap for the future of India-Africa relations. The meeting aimed to further deepen strategic, economic, and defence cooperation between India and the African continent.</div><div><br></div><div>According to a statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs, while addressing the gathering, the External Affairs Minister highlighted the strong ideological and historical foundations of the India-Africa partnership. He said, "Our intertwined histories acquired another dimension, a somber one, during the colonial era, when our peoples suffered under the yoke of colonialism. India and Africa stood together in their common struggle for freedom and for human dignity – and that bonding continues even today"</div><div><br></div><div><b>Dr. Jaishankar</b> emphasized that India is today among Africa’s largest trade and investment partners. Sharing key figures, he noted that bilateral trade between the two sides has reached USD 93 billion, while India’s cumulative investment in Africa has exceeded USD 80 billion. He underlined that Africa, with its young population and abundant natural resources, stands on the threshold of transformation and complements India’s innovation-driven growth journey.</div><div><br></div><div>He said, "India stands for an inclusive, demand-driven development cooperation with Africa that enhances local capacity to support national priorities. To this end, I recognize today that Government of India has extended a 190 Line of Credits (LOC), exceeding USD 10 billion for projects in over 40 countries in Africa. So far, more than 220 projects worth USD 4.5 billion have been successfully completed, many others are in the pipeline. "</div><div><br></div><div><b>Reaffirming India’s commitment to the Global South, Dr. Jaishankar said</b>, "At a time when conflicts increasingly impact the Global South, our partnership focusses has also focused on food security. Recent examples include supply of food grains to Burkina Faso, Mozambique, Lesotho, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Botswana, and Sierra Leone. Our experience in reviving millet production is also very useful for African nations. In addition, medicines, vaccines, medical equipment, and disaster relief materials have been sent to over 25 African countries in the last 5 years as a gesture of our solidarity. "</div>

Dr. Jaishankar Shares Future Roadmap with African Heads of Mission

New Delhi: External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar participated in the Africa Day 2026 celebrations held in the national c...

Shanaya Al Haq: A Rising Star in Acting and Modeling, Chasing Big Dreams

Santosh Sahu 0 Entertainment August 07, 2026

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</div></div><div><b>Mumbai: </b>With her talent, confidence, and dedication, <b>actress and model Shanaya Al Haq </b>is steadily carving a niche for herself in the entertainment industry. She is among the promising young artists who are passionately pursuing their dreams with unwavering commitment. Over the past three to four years, Shanaya has been actively working in national and international print and catalogue modeling, earning recognition for her striking personality, expressive presence, and professional approach.</div><div><br></div><div>Shanaya firmly believes that success is achieved not only through talent but also through continuous learning, discipline, and hard work. This mindset motivates her to give her best in every project she undertakes. After making a strong mark in the modeling industry, she is now focusing more on acting and is consistently working to refine her performance skills.</div><div><br></div><div>Her upcoming projects include a South Indian film, a music video, and a television reality show. Through these ventures, audiences will get to witness a new and impressive side of her talent. Shanaya aspires to establish herself as a leading actress in Bollywood and is steadily moving toward that goal.</div><div><br></div><div>Originally from Uttar Pradesh, Shanaya completed her education at Tagore College, Jaipur. She comes from a family that has been successfully running a food business for many years. Her father had also received a ticket to contest the MLA election from Moradabad. The unwavering support and encouragement of her family have always been a source of inspiration. She shares that her passion for acting began in childhood, and her father always encouraged her to pursue her dreams and achieve success.</div><div><br></div><div>Among her favorite actors are veteran star Dharmendra and Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. She is deeply inspired by the character of Aarohi from the film Aashiqui 2 and dreams of portraying similarly emotional and memorable roles in the future. Shanaya also greatly admires filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, whose grand cinematic vision, storytelling, and direction continue to inspire her artistic journey.</div><div><br></div><div><b>Apart from acting, Shanaya enjoys cooking and considers herself a quick learner</b>. She easily picks up new skills and loves observing and imitating different characters, expressions, and mannerisms. She believes that continuous learning is one of the most important qualities an artist can possess.</div><div><br></div><div>Speaking about her journey, Shanaya says, "If you want to build a career in the film industry, believe in your dreams and work with complete honesty and dedication. The path is never easy, but your determination and consistent efforts will create opportunities for you. Nothing is impossible if you have courage, patience, and the willingness to keep moving forward."</div><div><br></div><div>She further adds that she wants to continue growing as an actress by taking on challenging and meaningful roles. Alongside her acting career, she also dreams of establishing her own business in the future. According to Shanaya, hard work, a positive attitude, and a constant desire to learn are the true keys to success.</div><div><br></div><div>With her dedication, humility, passion for learning, and ambitious vision, Shanaya Al Haq is steadily making her mark in the entertainment industry. Her upcoming projects have generated excitement among audiences, and she is all set to showcase her talent on an even bigger stage in the years to come.</div>

Shanaya Al Haq: A Rising Star in Acting and Modeling, Chasing Big Dreams

Mumbai: With her talent, confidence, and dedication, actress and model Shanaya Al Haq is steadily carving a niche for herself in...

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