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Animal Sweeps the News18 Showsha Reel Awards 2024, Varun Dhawan Takes Home Best Actor

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Mumbai, India – The News18 Showsha Reel Awards took place on Saturday, March 9, awarding outstanding achievements in Bollywood films. One of the biggest winners of the night was Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s film “Animal,” which clinched the Best Film award along with Best Performance in a Negative Role for Bobby Deol and Best Music. However, the Best Actor award went to Varun Dhawan for his role in “Bawaaal,” rather than Ranbir Kapoor’s performance in “Animal.” Shraddha Kapoor also walked away with the Best Actress award for her role in “Tu Jhooti Main Makkaar.” Meanwhile, Manoj … Read more

Animal Dominates News18 Showsha Reel Awards with Multiple Wins, Varun Dhawan Surprises as Best Actor

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Mumbai, India – Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s film “Animal” was the big winner at the News18 Showsha Reel Awards, which took place on Saturday, March 9. The film walked away with accolades such as Best Film, Best Performance in a Negative Role for Bobby Deol, and Best Music. However, the Best Actor award went to Varun Dhawan for his role in “Bawaaal,” not Ranbir Kapoor. Shraddha Kapoor was honored with the Best Actress award for her performance in “Tu Jhooti Main Makkaar.” The Best Actor and Actress Jury Awards were given to Manoj Bajpayee for “Sirf … Read more

Contentious Battle for Custody: Virginia’s Natural Bridge Zoo Faces Legal Showdown Over Animal Seizure

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LEXINGTON, Virginia – A custody battle over nearly 100 animals seized from the Natural Bridge Zoo two months ago is ongoing in Rockbridge Circuit Court. The zoo, owned by Karl and Debra “Debbie” Mogensen, had its animals seized after allegations of mistreatment and unsafe conditions surfaced. The case reached the circuit level after a judge ruled for the return of some animals to the zoo in January. Now, a jury of seven citizens, along with two alternates, is hearing evidence regarding the welfare of the seized animals and will decide if the zoo can regain … Read more

Deliberations Continue as Seven Witnesses Testify in Natural Bridge Zoo Animal Cruelty Case

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The jury trial for an animal cruelty case in Rockbridge County, Virginia, is underway, with seven witnesses taking the stand on Tuesday, February 27th. The case, which centers around alleged mistreatment of animals at the Natural Bridge Zoo, has garnered significant attention. Amy Taylor, lead investigator from the office of the attorney general, testified that a tip from PETA prompted the investigation. To ensure impartiality, Taylor recruited a Powhatan County Animal Control Officer who was unfamiliar with the zoo and its employees to conduct an undercover visit. During the trial, Sergeant Christine … Read more