West Bengal 2026 will be remembered not just as the election in which the Bharatiya Janata Party displaced the Trinamool Congress after 15 years in the saddle, but also as the moment when a long-standing border question acquired a new electoral intensity
Coinbase cuts 14% of workforce. Read CEO Brian Armstrong’s full email to teamCoinbase CEO Brian Armstrong informed employees about the company’s decision to layoffs 14% of its staff in a morning email. Updated on: May 06, 2026 7:31 AM IST By Trisha Sengupta Share via Copy link Coinbase on
Neural Dispatch Google Translate’s longevity, Apple Intelligence and Meta’s robotsThe biggest AI developments, decoded. 06 May 2026. Published on: May 06, 2026 8:00 AM IST By Vishal Mathur Share via Copy link Cognitive warmup. The closer we get to the Apple iPhone keynote in September
It might seem odd to suggest an English club reaching a Champions League final have been in danger of going under the radar - but that has almost been the case for Arsenal this year. Such has been the immense pressure piled upon Mikel Arteta's side to end a 22-wait for a Premier League title
Opposition parties are on guard against defections and realignments within the INDIA bloc. Recent electoral losses and internal rifts have weakened morale. The BJP, buoyed by victories, is seen as an expansionist force. Allies are showcasing unwavering support for the NDA government
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam is preparing to form the government in Tamil Nadu. The party emerged as the largest in the recent elections. TVK leaders are meeting to finalize strategies. Discussions are underway with AIADMK and Congress for support. Other smaller parties are also being approached
Boards of a host of companies including Hero MotoCorp Ltd, Larsen & Toubro Ltd (L&T), Coforge Ltd, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M), Punjab National Bank Ltd (PNB), Marico Ltd, United Breweries Ltd and SRF, among others, will consider declaring dividends for FY26
Supercar maker McLaren intends to disrupt the golf equipment marketPriced at $375 for each club, McLaren is bringing its high-tech material and engineering expertise to change the way you swing Published on: May 06, 2026 8:00 AM IST By Joy Chakravarty Share via Copy link Last week
Divya Dutta calls Chiraiya, her show on marital rape, must watch for families
Divya Dutta calls her marital rape drama Chiraiya must watch for families: It’s about a family, should be seen together
Divya Dutta calls her marital rape drama Chiraiya must watch for families: It’s about a family, should be seen together
Divya Dutta stars in the new JioHotstar drama Chiraiya, which deals with marital rape, abuse, and the concept of implied consent within a marriage.
Apr 1, 2026, 06:05:26 IST By Abhimanyu Mathur Share via Copy link Chiraiya, the new JioHotstar show starring Divya Dutta, has sparked conversations about the theme it touches. The social drama talks about consent within marriage and even brings into question the law’s standing on marital rape. In a freewheeling chat about the show and cinema’s power to bring a change, Divya talks to Hindustan Times about the significance of Chiraiya, its ambition, and more. Divya Dutta in a promotional poster for Chiraiya.Divya Dutta on Chiraiya's significance
Right from the outset, Divya makes it clear that she does not see Chiraiya as a show just for women. “One feels with the subject matter that ye sirf auratein dekhengi (only women will watch). The way every spice of life has been sprinkled into it, and the roles the men play, make it a watch for everyone,” she says. Chiraiya has been written and created by Divy Nidhi Sharma, something that Divya points out. “It’s amazing that a show like this has been written by a guy.” The National Award-winning actor says what drew her to the story was not just its message, but also the way it is told. “It is a story that should be told and told this way, where you are not preaching or sloganeering. It was relatable, and it could be the story of any woman,” she says. In Chiraiya, Divya plays Kamlesh, a small-town housewife who must stand against her own family and in-laws when her sister-in-law speaks out about the abuse she endures in her marriage. Kamlesh begins as a character who does not understand the ‘need’ for consent within marriage. Divya admits the character is far removed from her own thoughts on the issue. “I had to leave Divya, because I could question a lot of things,” she says. But the actor emphasises that Kamlesh’s journey of learning is the fulcrum of the show. She explains, “The journey she takes is the journey of every woman. Somewhere, all of us have had a setback, a crisis, after which we have to rise above our comfort zone.”‘This is a show everyone should watch together’
It is a long-held notion that stories with such sensitive subject matter do not make for wide family viewing, particularly in a society like India that does not talk about sex, abuse, and marital abuse openly. But Divya says that is precisely why Chiraiya should be watched together by families. “This is a show everyone can and should watch together because it will stir some emotions. It’s a family watch. When it’s a subject like this, about a family, why should it not be seen by a family together,” she says. It has been debated whether films and TV shows have the power to bring about real social change. Divya says the hope is to start conversations. Change will follow. “The visual medium is very powerful, especially OTT, because it is right in your household. You are watching it at your convenience. As an industry, it is our responsibility ki aur kuch nahi kar sakte to awareness to kar sakte hain (if we can’t do anything else, the least we can do is spread awareness),” she argues. Chiraiya also stars Sanjay Mishra, Prasanna Bisht, Siddharth Shaw, Faisal Rashid, Tinnu Anand, and Sarita Joshi. The six-episode drama, directed by Shashant Shah, is streaming on JioHotstar. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Abhimanyu Mathur Abhimanyu Mathur is Deputy Editor, Entertainment at Hindustan Times. With almost 15 years of experience in writing about everything from films and TV shows to cricket matches and elections, he inhales and exhales pop culture and news. Currently, he watches movies and TV shows and talks to celebrities for a living, while occasionally writing about them as well. A journalism graduate of Delhi College of Arts and Commerce, Delhi University, Abhimanyu began his career with Hindustan Times at the age of 20, swapping classrooms for newsrooms at an early age. He began his journey in the early days of digital journalism, later switching to the madness of print journalism. Work has led him to far off places like Japan and Jordan, as well as to the interiors of Haryana and the Indo-Pak border. He dabbled in city reporting in places like Meerut, Gurgaon, and Delhi, covered the Olympics and Cricket World Cups, before finding his calling in entertainment and lifestyle during the pandemic. A Rotten Tomatoes Certified Film Critic, he is equally at home covering stories on ground as he is interviewing celebrities and studios, and sometimes prefers to shepherd teams in delivering traffic through the day. Even as his role has evolved from reporter to supervisor over the years, his first love remains writing (and of late, talking on camera). With a good understanding of cinema and its trends, and a keen eye for detail, he continues to spark conversations around showbiz for readers around the world.Read More Divya Dutta Get World Cup ready with Crick-it! From live scores to match stats, catch all the action here. Explore now!.Get more updates from Bollywood, Taylor Swift, Hollywood, Music and Web Series along with Latest Entertainment News at Hindustan Times. News / Entertainment / Web Series / Divya Dutta Calls Her Marital Rape Drama Chiraiya Must Watch For Families: It’s About A Family, Should Be Seen Together See Less
Chiraiya, the new JioHotstar show starring Divya Dutta, has sparked conversations about the theme it touches. The social drama talks about consent within marriage and even brings into question the law’s standing on marital rape. In a freewheeling chat about the show and cinema’s power to bring a change, Divya talks to Hindustan Times about the significance of Chiraiya, its ambition, and more.
Chiraiya has been written and created by Divy Nidhi Sharma, something that Divya points out. “It’s amazing that a show like this has been written by a guy.” The National Award-winning actor says what drew her to the story was not just its message, but also the way it is told. “It is a story that should be told and told this way, where you are not preaching or sloganeering. It was relatable, and it could be the story of any woman,” she says.
In Chiraiya, Divya plays Kamlesh, a small-town housewife who must stand against her own family and in-laws when her sister-in-law speaks out about the abuse she endures in her marriage. Kamlesh begins as a character who does not understand the ‘need’ for consent within marriage. Divya admits the character is far removed from her own thoughts on the issue. “I had to leave Divya, because I could question a lot of things,” she says. But the actor emphasises that Kamlesh’s journey of learning is the fulcrum of the show. She explains, “The journey she takes is the journey of every woman. Somewhere, all of us have had a setback, a crisis, after which we have to rise above our comfort zone.”
It has been debated whether films and TV shows have the power to bring about real social change. Divya says the hope is to start conversations. Change will follow. “The visual medium is very powerful, especially OTT, because it is right in your household. You are watching it at your convenience. As an industry, it is our responsibility ki aur kuch nahi kar sakte to awareness to kar sakte hain (if we can’t do anything else, the least we can do is spread awareness),” she argues.
Chiraiya also stars Sanjay Mishra, Prasanna Bisht, Siddharth Shaw, Faisal Rashid, Tinnu Anand, and Sarita Joshi. The six-episode drama, directed by Shashant Shah, is streaming on JioHotstar.
Source: HindustanTimes
Related Posts: Divya Dutta shares her opinion on Deepika Padukone’s 8-hour shift debate Lara Dutta pays tribute to father LK Dutta with a heartfelt note after his death Overwhelmed Divya Dutta wishes ‘precious’ Dharmendra gets well soon Divya Dutta opens up about fighting against eve-teasing CBSE Class 11 Girl Thinks School Is ‘Wasting’ Her Potential Piyush Mishra opens up on confessing about his extra-marital affairs to wife Video Questions App For ‘Extra-Marital Affairs’ — Women Can Sign Up Free Man's refusal to spend inheritance on Christmas gifts causes marital strife
Chennai Super Kings kept their playoff hopes alive with a commanding eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals. Sanju Samson's unbeaten 87 powered the chase, supported by Kartik Sharma's 31 not out, as CSK successfully hunted down 156 with 15 balls to spare. Earlier
59 minutes ago
‘Almost cost me everything’: Woman recounts Goa parasailing scare, says rope tightened around her neckA woman shared how a Goa parasailing ride turned dangerous after a rope tightened around her neck mid sea. Published on: May 05, 2026 9:56 PM IST By Mahipal Singh Chouhan Share via Copy link A
59 minutes ago
Riddhima Kapoor opens up on being the oldest Kapoor family debutant at 45 with Daadi Ki Shaadi: ‘Coming full circle’Riddhima Kapoor admitted that being in front of the camera for Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives made her comfortable and gave her a sense of ease. May 6, 2026
59 minutes ago
Not only has Morgan Gibbs-White played a crucial role in helping Nottingham Forest reach the verge of Premier League safety, but his resurgence in the second half of the season must have made England manager Thomas Tuchel take notice. The midfielder has scored 13 goals in 35 Premier League games
59 minutes ago
Younger TVK candidates led Vijay’s political coupVijay himself is in the early fifties, although his perceived age could well be lower thanks to his reel-life persona, where he still plays the angry young man Updated on: May 06, 2026 7:08 AM IST By Sreedev Krishnakumar
59 minutes ago
From Heidi Klum as a veiled Vestal virgin to singer Ciara as a gold-encrusted bust of Nefertiti, here is the art behind the fashion at the Met Gala. Fashion is Art was the theme for this year's Met Gala, which falls annually on the first Monday of May
59 minutes ago
Top tennis players are demanding more prize money at the French Open. Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff have stated players might boycott the tournament if their demands are not met. This comes as prize money increases at Roland Garros still lag behind other Grand Slams
59 minutes ago
Cabinet clears 2 new chip units in Gujarat worth ₹3,936 croreThe government has completed the initial slate of projects under ISM 1.0, taking the total to 12 units and cumulative investments of ₹1.65 lakh crore, Vaishnaw said Published on: May 06
59 minutes ago
Suryoday Small Finance Bank has revised its savings account interest rates. The bank now offers up to 7.60% annual interest rate on higher balances. The revised rates are effective from May 1, 2026. These revised interest rates are applicable across Suryoday Small Finance Bank domestic as well as
59 minutes ago
West Bengal news: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has instructed security forces in West Bengal to conduct continuous patrolling and take stringent action against individuals involved in violence and vandalism. This directive was issued to top officials including the Chief Secretary, DGP
59 minutes ago
Woven with pure gold threads and adorned with 1,800 carats of diamonds, Isha Ambani’s 2026 look was a museum-grade tribute to Indian craftsmanship The Golden CanvasIsha Ambani’s 2026 Met Gala appearance was a masterclass in “wearable art.” Designed by Gaurav Gupta and creatively directed by
59 minutes ago
The US operation to guide stranded vessels through the Strait of Hormuz will be paused for a "short period of time", President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday evening. Trump said that "Project Freedom", which began days earlier, would be halted by "mutual agreement" because "great progress" had
59 minutes ago
Oil prices edged lower in early Wednesday trade in Asia after US President Donald Trump raised hopes for an agreement with Iran to end the war. Trump said the US would pause its operation to guide ships through the key Strait of Hormuz trade route - a move that triggered an escalation in attacks in
59 minutes ago
In therapy sessions, I pay close attention to the friends and family members my clients talk about—and I also notice who gradually disappears from their stories or goes unmentioned. In the last two years, I have observed that clients increasingly reference conversations with artificial
59 minutes ago
Starting from the 1970s, as the Persian Gulf became the preferred destination for Malayalis seeking work outside India, the history of Malayali migration to Sri Lanka (previously Ceylon) from the late 19th century was largely forgotten. But understanding the continuities between these two
59 minutes ago
Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday said she would not resign as the West Bengal Chief Minister, a day after the Bharatiya Janata Party defeated her party in the Assembly elections. Banerjee claimed that the Trinamool Congress had “morally won” the Assembly polls even though the
59 minutes ago
President Donald Trump has again criticized Pope Leo XIV. Trump claims the pontiff aids Iran and endangers people with his views on immigrants. The Pope denies these claims, stating his stance reflects church teachings on peace and opposing nuclear weapons
59 minutes ago
Lost in SIR debate: Muslim attrition from Trinamool CongressMuslims on the electoral roll, rather than those who were possibly disenfranchised because of SIR, might have a bigger role in the TMC’s poor showing this time Updated on: May 06, 2026 7:28 AM IST By Roshan Kishore
59 minutes ago
NFL insider Jay Glazer's relationships with NFL sources questioned amid Dianna Russini-Mike Vrabel row; detailsJay Glazer faces scrutiny over his close ties with NFL players and coaches amid the Dianna Russini–Mike Vrabel scandal. Published on: May 06
59 minutes ago
The Gujarat High Court on Monday dismissed a petition filed by religious leader Asaram’s son, Narayan Sai, seeking the suspension of his life sentence in a rape case, Live Law reported. Prima facie, Sai is not interested in the expeditious hearing of his appeal against his conviction and has
59 minutes ago
Congress leader KC Venugopal said on Tuesday that actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam had requested support from the party to form the government in Tamil Nadu. The Congress leadership directed the party’s Tamil Nadu unit to decide on the request “keeping in view the sentiments
59 minutes ago
Editorial independence is core to our work. Some links may earn us a commission, without influencing our opinions.Buying a new fridge? These top frost-free options keep food fresh and organisedPlanning to buy a refrigerator but unsure which one fits your needs? Here’s a quick look at frost-free
59 minutes ago
WASHINGTON, - The Trump administration on Tuesday announced it had expanded a program to give U.S. government scientists access to unreleased artificial intelligence models to conduct risk assessments to include Google’s DeepMind, xAI and Microsoft
59 minutes ago
OpenAI has updated the base model in ChatGPT, with GPT-5.5 Instant taking over from GPT-5.3 Instant. The company has begun rolling out the update to all users and noted in a blog post that its new model is smarter, clearer, more concise, and more accurate compared to its predecessor
59 minutes ago
Love Horoscope Today for May 6, 2026: Today love may ask you to choose between what feels easy and what feels realLove Horoscope Today: Find daily astrological predictions for all sun signs. Published on: May 06, 2026 7:33 AM IST By Kishori Sud Share via Copy link Aries Love Energy: Emotional
59 minutes ago
Araghchi will hold talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, Iran's Foreign Ministry said in a statement on Telegram. Iran didn't reveal the duration of the visit, only saying he would discuss regional and international developments. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi was on his way to
59 minutes ago
Editorial independence is core to our work. Some links may earn us a commission, without influencing our opinions.Upgrade your professional look with these premium smartwatches under ₹10000Smartwatches under ₹10000 now offer fitness tracking, calling features and long battery life
59 minutes ago
