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Nandagovindam Bhajans, a popular devotional bhajan band, found itself in the centre of a controversy this week after certain Sangh Parivar organisations objected to their rendition of a Christian ...

Bob Marley’s life finally hits the big screen this week in the form of Bob Marley: One Love. In his 36 years, Marley lived a life so rich and tumultuous, not all of it can be distilled into a biopic.

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A controversy has erupted in Kerala's Kottayam after a popular bhajan group performed a Christian devotional song during a temple festival, triggering criticism from Hindu organisations and leaders.

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Brian Wilson goes lounge pop—that’s the tagline for “Busy Doin’ Nothin,” a sneaky gem on the lo-fi Friends. Brian was totally inspired by Burt Bacharach, Chris Montez, and bossa nova music. His wife ...

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Music moves, music soothes and most important, music can improve your mood. Press play on these happy songs for a boost of cheer. The power of music is no joke—it can affect our mind, body and mood.

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Raama, who is a devotee of Lord Venkateswara, denounces worldly pleasures including his soon-to-be-bride and maradalu Bhavani and ends up at Tirumala. He decides to change the face of Tirumala by ...