INTELLIGENT INDIA

Film Critic Analysis by Bipin Sasi In the cinematic landscape of Malayalam cinema, “Identity” directed by Akhil Paul and Anas Khan emerges as a significant entry for 2025, blending action, crime, and thriller elements into a narrative that aims to leave audiences both puzzled and exhilarated. Starring Tovino Thomas, Trisha Krishnan, and Vinay Rai, “Identity” attempts to navigate through the complexities of human identity, deception, and the pursuit of justice. Plot Overview: The film opens with a chilling premise: a murder witnessed by a journalist, Alisha (Trisha Krishnan), whose subsequent accident leads to her suffering from prosopagnosia (face blindness), adding a unique twist to the investigation. ACP Allen Jacob (Vinay Rai) and sketch artist Haran Shankar (Tovino Thomas) dive into this labyrinthine case, where each clue unravels further layers of intrigue and deception. Performances: Tovino Thomas delivers a compelling performance, embodying Haran with a mix of vulnerability...

Jagdeep Dhankhar’s Resignation Triggers Race for New Vice President; Harivansh Singh Among Front-Runners

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s unexpected resignation on Monday evening has set in motion a high-stakes political process to elect his successor. The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is expected to announce its nominee shortly. The 74-year-old stepped down citing health concerns , bringing his three-year term as Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman to an abrupt end. In his letter to President Droupadi Murmu , Dhankhar wrote: “To prioritise health care and abide by medical advice, I hereby resign as Vice President of India, effective immediately, in accordance with Article 67(a) of the Constitution.” His resignation, which came on the opening day of the monsoon session of Parliament , took political circles by surprise—including within the ruling NDA. “We’re still absorbing the news. But the party will likely prefer someone seasoned and non-controversial for the constitutional role,” a senior BJP leader told agencies Harivansh Singh Emerges as a Key Con...