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Little exercise can mitigate the heart-enlargement-causing effects of childhood inactivity: research

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According to the study, a child’s chance of developing a heart enlargement is increased when they are inactive.

Left ventricular hypertrophy, an abnormal increase in heart size and mass, is recognised as a risk factor for adult heart attacks, strokes, and early mortality.

According to recent studies, a childhood history of inactivity or sedentary behaviour is linked to heart enlargement, which worsens with increased sitting or inactivity.

Left ventricular hypertrophy, an abnormal increase in heart size and mass, is recognised as a risk factor for adult heart attacks, strokes, and early mortality.

Researchers who followed child and adolescent participants for 13 years discovered that moderate physical activity, such as running errands and playing outdoor games, can reverse the increase in heart mass. More of this type of activity is linked to improved cardiac function.

Clinical epidemiologist and associate professor of child health at the University of Eastern Finland Andrew Agbaje stated, “There is growing evidence that childhood sedentariness is a health threat that needs to be taken seriously.”

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“A paradigm shift in our understanding of childhood sedentariness is necessary, as the growing body of evidence indicates a ticking time bomb,” stated Agbaje, the study’s author who was published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology.

In this study, about 1,700 youngsters from the University of Bristol’s ‘youngsters of the 90s cohort’ in the United Kingdom were tracked from age 11 to age 24. When the research began, the youngsters engaged in sedentary activities for around six hours a day; as they grew older, that number rose to nine hours.

For a period of 4–7 days, the participants wore accelerometer devices around their waists to track their movements. At ages 17 and 24, they also underwent echocardiogram to examine the size and function of their hearts.

The study also included an analysis of lifestyle characteristics, socioeconomic level, and fasting blood samples for the measurement of insulin, glucose, cholesterol, and C-reactive protein, which is a marker of inflammation.

Over the course of seven years, during which the teenagers developed into young adults, the researchers discovered that the increase in sedentary time was connected with a 40% rise in cardiac mass.

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It has been discovered that a sedentary or inactive lifestyle increases cardiac mass, independent of obesity or high blood pressure.

Additionally, the researchers discovered that for the whole follow-up period, moderate physical exercise cut the growth in heart mass in half.

Sedentariness can be effectively combated with moderate physical activity. Gaining three to four hours of physical activity each day is not difficult.

“Outdoor games, playing in the playground, walking a dog, running errands for parents, biking or walking to the school or shopping centre, taking a stroll in the park, playing in the forest, gardening, playing golf, frisbee, basketball, soccer and so forth are examples of light physical activity. For improved cardiovascular health, we may urge kids and teenagers to engage in mild physical exercise on a daily basis, according to Agbaje.

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In Sandeep Singh’s “epic saga of the pride of Bharat,” Rishab Shetty will portray Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

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Rishab Shetty to play Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Sandeep Singh’s ‘epic saga of the pride of Bharat’

Rishab Shetty unveils his first look as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj from Sandeep Singh’s historical epic, reveals film’s release date.

After unveiling his look for the sequel to Hanu-Man, Rishab Shetty has once again surprised the audience with his first look from Sandeep Singh’s historical epic, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The National Award-winning actor has been introduced as Shivaji Maharaj in the first poster.

(Also Read: Kantara Chapter 1 first look teaser: Rishab Shetty holds trident in bloody new look. Watch)

Rishab Shetty first look as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Rishab Shetty took to X (formerly Twitter) and shared the first look poster of his upcoming film, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and captioned the post, “Our Honour & Privilege, Presenting the Epic Saga of India’s Greatest Warrior King – The Pride of Bharat: #ChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj. #ThePrideOfBharatChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj. This isn’t just a film – it’s a battle cry to honor a warrior who fought against all odds, challenged the might of the Mighty Mughal empire, and forged a legacy that can never be forgotten.”

He further revealed in his post that the film will release in theatres in January, 2027 and wrote, “Get ready for a Magnum Opus Action Drama, a cinematic experience unlike any other, as we unfold the untold story of #ChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj. Global Release on 21st January 2027.”

Fans showered love on the Kantara actor. One of the comments read, “This man is on a mission to make Sandalwood industry proud.” Another user wrote “Wow this could be epic !!” Another fan commented, “Hanuman movie, Shivaji biopic leading pan-India name from KFI right now, ATB Shetre (salute emoji).”

The film will be directed by Sandeep Singh who is best known for backing several acclaimed films including Priyanka Chopra-starrer Mary Kom, Amitabh Bachchan-starrer Jhund. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj will thus mark Sandeep Singh’s theatrical directorial debut.

Rishab Shetty upcoming films
Rishab Shetty is currently working on the prequel of his blockbuster Kantara. Titled, Kantara: Chapter 1, the film is slated to release in theatres on October 2, 2025. The film is being backed by Hombale Films and will be released in English, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi. Apar from this, Rishabh Shetty will also be seen headlining Prasanth Varma’s Hanu-Man sequel wherein he will be playing the role of Hindu deity, Lord Hanuman.

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Neha Bhasin criticises “below-average male rappers” for their derogatory lyrics about women: Does the hypocrisy have an end?

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Neha Bhasin lashes out at ‘below-average male rappers’ for offensive lyrics on women: Is there a limit to the hypocrisy?

Neha Bhasin called out the sexism in the music industry in a new post on her Instagram. The singer said that even the audience are normalizing the lines.

Singer Neha Bhasin did not mince words in her new Instagram post, slamming below-average male rappers and audiences for normalising offensive lyrics. The singer said that not only are these male rappers continuing to pen these songs, but even the audience are complicit in being okay with it. (Also read: Anurag Kashyap’s daughter Aaliyah Kashyap and Shane Gregoire kick off wedding prep; Khushi Kapoor offers sneak peek)

Neha Bhasin calls out sexism in music industry
Neha took to her Instagram on Wednesday morning and wrote a statement that read: “Am so fed up of below average male rappers and wanna be singers calling women weird stuff in their songs. And all Indian men and women folks are OK WITH IT. Is there a limit to the hypocrisy in India? Ladka kare to bhai, dude. Ladki kare toh character dheela (If men do it they are called a dude, but if the women does the same, she is called loose character).”

‘I am certainly not a banta ki bottle’
The singer did not take any names of singers or male rappers in the post. In the caption, she wrote: “I don’t have a cage i want to open. I am not doodh malai and I am certainly not a banta ki bottle. Grow the F up already.”

Reacting to the post, when a user commented, “Tumhara character dheela hi hai (You are character dheela).” She schooled the user and replied, “all mediocre frustrated people feel that way.”

Neha Bhasin has worked with several well-known music directors in the industry and sung songs like Asalaam-e-Ishquum from Gunday, Dhunki from Mere Brother Ki Dulhan, Swag se Swagat from Tiger Zinda Hai among others.

The singer often takes to her Instagram to share updates about her health and spread awareness. She had earlier shared that she had Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), a severe form of PMS, from her teenage years.

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Following reports that MTV closed a comedian’s YouTube channel due to a joke about the show, the hashtag #ShameOnMTVHUSTLE went viral.

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#ShameOnMTVHUSTLE trends after MTV allegedly shuts down comedian’s YouTube channel over a joke about show

It all started when Rohan Cariappa took to Instagram to share that his YouTube channel was getting shut. The trend emerged on the surface on Monday.

The makers of the music reality show MTV Hustle have found themself in soup with #ShameOnMTVHUSTLE trending on social media. It comes after claims that the channel is putting its force behind shutting down a YouTube channel of a comedian after a joke on the show. Also read: Rapper King says Indians only criticise desi artists: ‘Ghar ki murgi daal barabar…’

Hitting a rough note
The #ShameOnMTVHUSTLE trend surfaced on Monday with several users coming together to support comedian Rohan Cariappa. It all started when Rohan took to his Instagram Stories to claim that his YouTube channel was getting shut.

“50 plus strikes,” he wrote in one story along with a screen recording of the strikes on his videos about the show. In another story, he wrote, “The channel shuts down on the 7th … Killswitch aur Danish ke baad mera bhi elimination ho raha hai (I have been eliminated after Killswitch and Danish).” Danish and Killswitch were contestants of the show.

It is being said that Rohan criticised the show through his videos.

Outrage on social media
After his posts on Instagram, a controversy erupted on social media, with the hashtag #ShameOnMTVHUSTLE gaining momentum. The outrage stemmed from allegations that MTV shut down the YouTube channel of a comedian over a joke made about the show.

Fans and supporters of the comedian have taken to social media to express their discontent, with many calling out MTV for its alleged actions.

“MTV has given more than 50 strikes to Rohan Cariappa’s YouTube channel and his channel is being terminated – just because the makers couldn’t handle some honest criticism! Shame on MTV,” read one tweet, with another writing, “MTV Hustle tried to take down Rohan Cariappa’s YouTube channel. These companies profit from the culture and then start thinking of themselves as superior. Rohan’s contribution to the Desi Hip-Hop is far greater than that of these money makers”.

One user wrote, “Whole dhh community stands with @cariappa_rohan We won’t let that fake show destroy Dhh #shameonmtvhustle”.

One user mentioned, “MTV Hustle is playing cheap games now. They’ve started sending bots. You run a hip-hop show, but you’re doing things that go against the spirit of hip-hop. This will not be tolerated”, with one user mentioning, “@cariappa_rohan’s videos ASAP! #ShameonMTVHustle This is so sad #ShameonMTVHustle They don’t even know how much his channel has contributed to the hip-hop scene in India”.

There was one comment which condemned the gesture of silencing the “criticism by undermining them will only result in more harm for your show”. “The DHH community deserves better, @cariappa_rohan you deserve better. Silent protest,” read the tweet.

“Stupid of these @MTVIndia pple to think they could just suppress anyone says something & they think they can capture the DHH audience this way? Shameful and stupid act,” shared one user.

Another user called out the channel, writing, “I’m a regular Jio cinema/MTV hustle subscriber and viewer, but after seeing them pulling this shit to a content creator I have decided to cancel my subscription, they have proven that they are culture vultures who are only here for profits. MTV Hustle gave a copyright strikes on @cariappa_rohan,This is unacceptable, shameful and against the DHH community”.

About MTV Hustle
MTV Hustle is a reality show focused on Indian rap and hip-hop. In the show, rappers battle it out to win the title. The rap reality show Hustle is back with its 4th season on MTV. Recently, Badshah joined Raftaar and Ikka in an episode as a special guest. Badshah has previously been a judge on Hustle seasons 2 and 3.

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