While most celebrate birthdays with cake and balloons, actor Prakash Raj chose a different path for his recent one. In a heartwarming display of solidarity, Prakash Raj extended his support to Sonam Wangchuk, a prominent educationist and environmental activist from Ladakh, who is currently on a hunger strike.
Sonam Wangchuk’s 21-day hunger strike demands statehood for Ladakh alongside four other crucial points. Ladakh, a region known for its breathtaking natural beauty, is currently a Union Territory. However, residents fear that without statehood, the delicate ecosystem could be disrupted by unchecked development and exploitation of natural resources.
Raj’s birthday message wasn’t just a personal act; it brought much-needed attention to Wangchuk’s cause. Sharing a post captioned “It’s my birthday today…and I’m celebrating by showing solidarity with @Wangchuk66 and the people of Ladakh who are fighting for us…our country…our environment and our future. Let’s stand by them #justasking,” he urged others to stand with Ladakh in their fight for a sustainable future. This act of public support highlights the environmental concerns surrounding Ladakh and emphasizes the importance of responsible development.
Sonam Wangchuk’s specific demands include granting Ladakh the status of a tribal area under the 6th Schedule of the Indian Constitution. This designation would provide the region with greater autonomy in managing its land and resources, ensuring its unique cultural and environmental heritage is protected. While the path forward may be challenging, Prakash Raj’s birthday message serves as a reminder that collective action and unwavering voices can bring about positive change.
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The Indian film industry is witnessing a transformative shift in both box office benchmarks and production budgets. While a ₹100 crore gross was once considered a major milestone, films today are achieving ₹1,000 crore collections, redefining the definition of blockbusters. Similarly, production costs have surged, with star-driven pan-Indian projects now reportedly costing around ₹500 crore, and some ventures crossing the ₹1,000 crore threshold.
Two films exemplify this new era of cinematic ambition. SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, is reportedly being made on a staggering ₹1,300 crore budget, marking it as one of India’s most expensive productions ever. Meanwhile, Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, produced by Namit Malhotra, is set to release in two parts with a combined budget of ₹4,000 crore, featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi in lead roles.
These landmark projects highlight the industry’s growing focus on global audiences, expansive storytelling, and VFX-driven spectacles. Their commercial and creative performance will likely influence the scale and ambition of Indian cinema in the years to come. Ramayana is scheduled for Diwali 2026 and 2027, while Varanasi is set for March 2027.
