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www.desitalk.com – that’s all you need to know Ravi Mohan Joins Lokesh Cinematic Universe, To Star In Film ‘Benz’ A ctor Ravi Mohan is set to join the Lokesh Cinematic Universe for the movie ‘Benz’. The movie also stars Nivin Pauly and Raghava Lawrence in the lead roles. Lokesh Kanagaraj shared the announcement on his X handle to welcome Ravi Mohan to his film. The movie is written and directed by Bakki- yaraj Kannan and produced by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The music of the film is composed by Sai Abhy- ankkar. “Welcome to the universe, Ravi Mohan sir,” wrote Lokesh Kanagaraj. Meanwhile, Tamil actor Ravi Mohan recently grabbed headlines after addressing the specula- tions around his personal life, announcing that he would not continue acting in films until his divorce is finalised. While addressing a press conference in Chen- nai’s Alwarpet, a visibly emotional Ravi Mohan addressed the media at a private studio. “I think remaining silent all these years was extremely foolish on my part. Many people want to provoke the calm person I used to be. My films will no longer be released in theatres. Until I get a divorce, none of my films will be released on screen. I am unable to act until I receive my divorce,” he said. Noting that he has worked hard in the film industry for over two decades, Ravi Mohan remarked, “I earned my awards through my own efforts. There were four years when neither my father nor my brother worked. My mistake was staying silent all these years. For 14 years, I remained silent and tolerated everything.” Levelling serious claims against his in-laws, the actor said, “If anything happens to Kenee- shaa or to me, they (Aarti Ravi’s family) will be responsible. They think I should not stay alive. I will deal with everyone and leave with a smile on my face. They are not allowing me to see my children. The annual fee for my two children is Rs 50 lakhs. I paid for it and took care of every- thing. I tolerated everything all these years.” He went on to allege that Aarti Ravi black- mailed him for getting married by injuring herself. “From day one, many injustices have hap- pened. Aarthi married me only after blackmail- ing me by cutting her hand. Before one film produced by their family banner would even finish, they would ask me to sign another. I was not supposed to act in outside productions. I was expected to remain there like a serial actor,” the actor said. Ravi Mohan was last seen in the film ‘Para- sakthi’. It was directed by Sudha Kongara. -ANI 20 ENTERTAINMENT June 5, 2026 Playback Singer Suman Kalyanpur Passes Away At 89 P adma Bhushan recipient Suman Kalyanpur, who is known for her songs in the Hindi and Marathi film industry, passed away at the age of 89, and was mourned nationally and by colleagues in the industry. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and other ministers paid tribute to the veteran singer and remembered her contribution to Indian music. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari called the demise of Suman Kalyanpur “heartbreaking”, describing it as a “great loss to the Indian music world.” “The news of the passing of Padma Bhushan Suman Kalyanpur, the popular, legendary, and senior playback singer in the Indian music world, is extremely heartbreaking. My heartfelt tribute to her. Suman Kalyanpur’s departure is a great loss to the Indian music world. In Marathi, Hindi, and many other languages, she immortalised thou- sands of songs with her voice. Popular Marathi songs like ‘Ketakichya Bani Tithe’, ‘Sang Kadhi Kal- nar Tula’, ‘Nimbonyachya Jhadamaghe’ in Suman- ji’s sweet voice are still on the lips of music lovers today. Her unparalleled contribution to the Indian music field is immense. May God grant peace to the departed soul and give strength to Sumanji’s near and dear ones to recover from this sorrow. Om Shanti,” wrote Gadkari on his X handle. Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde paid tribute to the singer by calling her songs evergreen, which will “resonate in the firmament of Indian music.” “With her candid, pure, and sattvic notes that restored sanctity to music, the sad demise of the senior and su- preme singer Suman Kalyanpur has snapped a melodious thread that connected two generations of music lovers. Through her voice, she expressed the emotions of many generations, gave words to love, melody to devotion, and the companionship of music to life’s tender moments. With the strength of her gentle, pure, and emotionally resonant voice, she carved out a unique place for herself in the world of music,” wrote Shinde on his X handle. “Over the past seven decades, she satiated connois- seurs with countless immortal songs. In the Hindi film industry, her many duets sung alongside Mohammed Rafi remain fresh in the memory of listeners even today. Songs like “Na Tum Humen Jano” and “Aaj Kal Tere Mere Pyar Ke Charche” further solidified the enchantment of her voice,” he continued. He also remembered the singer’s contribution to devotional and film songs. “In Marathi sentimental songs, devotional songs, and film songs as well, she left an indel- ible mark with her singing. Not just in Marathi, but in Hindi, Gujarati, and Bengali languages too, she sang numerous compositions. In recognition of her boundless service to music, the Government of India honoured her in 2023 with the ‘Padma Bhushan’ award, one of the country’s highest civilian honours. Though she is no longer with us today, her voice remains eternal. Time will march on, generations will change, but Suman Kalyanpur’s sweet, sattvic, and soul-touching voice will forever resonate in the firmament of Indian music. A heartfelt tribute…” NCP-SCP chief Sharad Pawar called Suman Kalyanpur’s demise “heartbreaking”. He described her death as the end of the “era of gold in the realm of Indian classical and light music.” “The news of the passing of veteran play- back singer Suman Kalyanpur is extremely heartbreaking. With her sweet, melodious, and soul-stirring voice, she enriched the world of Indian music. Her immortal songs in Hindi, Marathi, and numerous other regional languages have reigned supreme over the emotional realms of generations. With her demise, an era of gold in the realm of Indian classical and light music has drawn the curtain. I offer my heartfelt tribute to her and extend my condolences to her family,” Pawar said. Suman Kalyanpur lent her vocals to timeless classics such as ‘Aaj Kal Tere Mere Pyaar Ke Charche’ and ‘Naa Naa Karte Pyar Tumhin Se Kar Baithe’. Her voice was often mistaken for that of Lata Mangeshkar’s. She also sang two duets with Mangeshkar before chart- ing a successful career as a playback singer. - ANI PHOTO:COURTESY ANI PHOTO:ANI