True Review: Mary Kom

Critics Rating: 3 Stars*

Cast: Priyanka Chopra, Sunil Thapa, Darshan Kumar,

Direction: Omung Kumar

Celina Jaitly speaks out on lack of gay rights

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A Moment For Sony Pal

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Helping Children, Despite Death Threats: A Vaccinator Explains

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Naomi Judd Selling Off Memorabilia For Charity

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Male Rickshaw Drivers Playing Key Role In Maternal Health Campaign In India

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ATM Machine Helps Indian Women Quietly Report Rape Without Going To The Police

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