With several releases planned for this year, Sara Ali Khan is sure to captivate audiences with her highly anticipated patriotic thriller-drama Ae Watan Mere Watan, which is produced by Karan Johar.

Sara will be seen playing the inspirational role of Usha Mehta, a freedom fighter, in this movie. Karan Johar today dopped a teaser and revealed Sara’s first look as Usha Mehta, in which he paid homage to the unsung heroes of India and their inspiring stories. In addition, the trailer’s release date, March 4, has been revealed.

Before the release of the trailer, KJo released a gripping teaser on social media today, giving an insight into the film. The teaser has increased the expectation from the film, as after the teaser was unveiled, it received a positive response from the audience.

In the newly-released teaser, Karan honored some of India’s unsung heroes and highlighted their untold stories. He presented the audience with Usha, a fearless 22-year-old who, during the 1942 Quit India Movement, was known for her unwavering fearlessness and great patriotism. Through the use of an underground radio, she bravely brought the country together against the repressive British Raj.

After hearing about Usha’s bravery, Karan was moved to remember Captain Vikram Batra, which was on screen played by Sidharth Malhotra in Shershaah, a brave soldier who gave his life in the Kargil War, and Alia Bhatt’s character Sehmat from Raazi, a young woman who eavesdrops on a Pakistani army family.

Sharing the teaser, Karan Johar wrote, her words echoed through the airwaves, her dedication awakened the spirit of independence in every heart.

Ae Watan Mere Watan, which is directed and co-written by Kannan, features an impressive cast with important characters played by Sara Ali Khan, Sachin Khedekar, Abhay Verma, Sparsh Shrivastav, Alexx O’Neil, and Anand Tiwari. Audiences can also expect a special appearance from Emraan Hashmi.

Laapataa Ladies, which was directed by Kiran Rao and starred Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, and Ravi Kishan, was released in theaters today, March 1. Social media platforms have opened up public reviews, and the initial feedback on the film, which depicts rural India in 2001, is positive.

Film trade analyst Taran Adarsh has praised Laapataa Ladies as an excellent movie. He also gave the movie rave reviews for distinctiveness, authenticity, and honesty in a post on X. The film is praised for its unique concept, engrossing storyline, superb acting, and satisfying resolution.

Kiran Rao-helmed Laapataa Ladies is the newest buzz in town. After seeing the movie, X users are discussing their thoughts on it. A user wrote on X that it is a small movie with a big heart, it sweeps you off your feet. From a cool story to amazing performances, it deserves all the praise, especially for that awesome finale.

Laapataa Ladies, a film by Amir Khan and Kiran Rao, has a new plot with novel premises that is completely original with twists and turns, another user said. A third user wrote, Kiran Rao, as a director, has done a great job making it work, and every actor has given a fantastic performance.

A user also said it was a delightful blend of chaos and heart, like getting lost at a wedding but finding yourself laughing with new friends. A must-watch for anyone who loves a good dash of masala!

Meanwhile, the story of Laapataa Ladies is set in rural India in 2001. The story revolves around the separation of two young newlyweds on a train and the events that follow when police officer Kishan decides to look into the missing couple’s case.

The movie is set in a time when mobile phones were valuable and things were not as easily accessible due to technology and the internet. Rao asserted that the story is still relevant nonetheless. Aamir Khan Productions and Kindling Productions are the production companies behind the movie. Biplab Goswami wrote the script, and Divyanidhi Sharma wrote the extra dialogue.

After four years, women’s red-ball cricket will be contested domestically in India again as the BCCI holds the senior inter zonal multi-day Trophy in Pune starting on March 28, the board said on Friday.

Following the Indian women’s team’s return to Test cricket, the decision was taken. In recent years, the team has faced Australia and England in Test matches. The last time women’s domestic red ball cricket was played was in 2018.

Former India bowler Amita Sharma said this is a positive move made by BCCI.  Sharma said, they need the next generation of cricketers to play red ball cricket at the domestic level. The national team has started playing Test cricket again.

Red ball should be played at the state level as well, not simply the zonal level, in her opinion. They had both of those incidents back then, she continued.

Six teams representing the East, West, North, South, Central, and North-East zones will compete in the tournament, which is being hosted by the Maharashtra Cricket Association.

Taking place over three days each, the five matches they will compete in will be one day longer than the two-day games of the 2018 season.

The tournament will start immediately following the Women’s Premier League, which concludes on March 17.

On March 28, the quarterfinals between the East and North East Zones and the West and Central Zones will take place. On April 3, the semifinals are scheduled. The final match is scheduled to be held on April 9, 10 and 11.

Meanwhile, the Women’s Premier League (WPL) is off to a great start in its second edition. There have already been a few nail-biting dramas in the six-team competition, and it looks like more to come. Delhi Capitals (DC) have won two of their last three games and are now top of the rankings with four points. Both the Mumbai Indians (MI) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have four points overall, although they lag behind DC on the net run rate (NRR).