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Power, politics and emotional reckoning

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February 19, 2026

Director Raj Amit Kumar discusses the darker, intense shift in Bindiya Ke Bahubali Season 2, exploring power struggles, morality and emotional depth

- Vidhi Santosh Mehta

Season 2 of Bindiya Ke Bahubali marks a striking shift in tone, moving from humour to a far more intense and emotionally charged narrative.

With power struggles turning ruthless and relationships pushed to breaking points, the series dives deeper into ambition, morality and survival. In this exclusive interview with The Free Press Journal, director Raj Amit Kumar discusses the organic evolution of the story, the interplay between observation and imagination, directing powerhouse performances, and portraying violence and political tension with emotional honesty rather than spectacle. Excerpts:

Power struggles in the series feel disturbingly familiar to real-world politics. How much of Season 2 is drawn from observation, and how much from imagination?

MEER VERHALEN VAN The Free Press Journal

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Mining industry seeks revival of corridor project

With the State Budget 2026-27 to be tabled on March 6, Goa’s mining industry has renewed its demand for the revival of the long-delayed dedicated mining corridor project, describing it as critical for the sustainable and efficient functioning of the sector that has only recently resumed operations after years of disruption.

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Candlelight march condemns Khamenei's killing

Members of the Muslim community have carried out a peaceful candlelight protest rally in Vijayawada, condemning the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a joint US-Israel military strike.

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March 03, 2026

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PALGHAR GAS LEAK: Schools, residential areas evacuated

Panic spread across parts of Tarapur MIDC in Palghar district after a suspected sulphur trioxide, SO3, gas leak was reported at Bhagaria Chemical Company in the early hours of the morning.

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March 03, 2026

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Indian refiners eye Russian oil purchases

India is looking at once again increasing its purchases of Russian crude as the war in West Asia threatens to hit supplies in the world's third-largest oil importer, according to a report.

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March 03, 2026

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India, Canada reset ties; target $50 billion trade by 2030

Seal $2.6bn uranium deal

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March 03, 2026

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Strict vigil for peaceful Holi festival

Ahead of Holi, Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar has called for peaceful celebrations and warned of strict action against troublemakers.

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March 03, 2026

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Investors lose Rs 6.59 lakh cr as markets tumble

Equity investors became poorer by Rs 6.59 lakh crore on Monday as markets faced a massive drubbing amid rising tensions in West Asia that weighed heavily on sentiments.

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March 03, 2026

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BITS deaths: Collector report details campus safeguards

DISTRICT PANEL SAYS INSTITUTE HAS COMPLIED WITH SC’S MENTAL HEALTH GUIDELINES, MONITORING TO CONTINUE

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March 03, 2026

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INSV Kaundinya flagged into harbour

Union minister Sanjay Seth on Monday flagged into the Mumbai harbour INSV Kaundinya, a traditionally constructed stitched sailing vessel of the Indian Navy, which returned home after the successful completion of her historic maiden overseas voyage to Muscat.

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March 03, 2026

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From transaction to transformation: The strategic depth of India-Israel compact

Sixteen agreements across defence and technology mark a shift to a long-term strategic partnership in a volatile geopolitical climate

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