• Thu, January 30, 2025

by: Firstpost

From IIT Baba to Mona Lisa, meet the viral sensations of Mahakumbh Mela 2025

Abhay Singh aka IIT Baba, suddenly disappeared from the Mahakumbh Mela 2025 and has broken his silence on his sudden disappearance in an interview

by: Newsweek

Teen Mom's Catelynn Baltierra Wishes She Picked Different Adoptive Parents for Carly

Fifteen years after placing biological daughter Carly for adoption — and amid a years-long feud with Carly's adoptive parents — Teen Mom star Catelynn Baltierra wishes she did multiple things differently when choosing a couple to be Carly's mom and dad.

by: MSN

Maha Kumbh's viral girl Monalisa is now making her Bollywood debut. Here's what we know

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by: BBC

Jason Manford to return as host for series two of The Answer Run

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by: MSN

What Taylor Swift fans are blaming Travis Kelce for

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by: MSN

Social media sensation Monalisa all set to make silver screen debut

BHOPAL: Monalisa, the 16-year-old girl selling garlands and religious beads at the Maha Kumbh, who became a social media's sensation owing to her deep hazel eyes, is set to make her silver screen debut.

by: MSN

I Just Heard The Mean Girls Theory About Janis Ian And The Lesbian Vs Lebanese Mix-Up, And I Have Some Thoughts

The Mean Girls world continues to remain quite the topic of conversation, with Lindsay Lohan referencing MG and Conclave getting equated to religious Plastics. However, there's a question about Janis Ian and that Lesbian vs Lebanese line being discussed that is surprising to me.

by: MSN

Tennessee Grad Student Settles $250K Lawsuit After Almost Getting Expelled for Sharing 'Crude' Lyrics on Social Media

Kimberly Diei posted Beyoncé and Cardi B lyrics on her personal social media page while attending the University of Tennessee Health Science Center

by: MSN

Saif Ali Khan's stabbing incident to Emergency's ban: The biggest Bollywood controversies that shook the industry in January 2025

January 2025 brought major controversies to Bollywood, including a violent attack on Saif Ali Khan, Anurag Kashyap's exit from the industry, and fresh debates over the re-release of 'Padmaavat.' Urvashi Rautela faced backlash for an insensitive post,

by: MSN

"Don't want to feel extra burden": Jaideep Ahlawat on why he prefers to keep his personal life "private"

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by: MSN

Pop icon, singer, muse, racconteuse: Marianne Faithfull dies at 78

Her admirers included Beck, Billy Corgan, Nick Cave and PJ Harvey, although her history would always be closely tied to the Rolling Stones and to the years she dated Mick Jagger, epitomising 'Swinging London'.

by: MSN

What I Saw at the Streaming Revolution

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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  • Fri, January 31, 2025

by: IPPMEDIA

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by: legit

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From IIT Baba to Mona Lisa, meet the viral sensations of Mahakumbh Mela 2025

Abhay Singh aka IIT Baba, suddenly disappeared from the Mahakumbh Mela 2025 and has broken his silence on his sudden disappearance in an interview
The article from Firstpost discusses the viral sensations emerging from the Mahakumbh Mela 2025, highlighting the unique characters and cultural phenomena that have captured public attention. Among these, "IIT Baba" has become a notable figure for his unconventional approach to spirituality, blending modern education with traditional asceticism. Another highlight is the "Mona Lisa" of the Mela, a sadhu whose striking appearance and serene demeanor have drawn comparisons to the famous painting. These individuals, along with other quirky and colorful characters, have not only become internet sensations but also represent the diverse tapestry of India's spiritual and cultural landscape, showcasing the blend of tradition and modernity at one of the world's largest religious gatherings.

Read the Full Firstpost Article at:
https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/from-iit-baba-to-mona-lisa-meet-the-viral-sensations-of-mahakumbh-mela-2025-13857703.html

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