Bal Thackeray

Bal Thackeray memorial: Allotment to trust valid, legal, BMC tells Bombay HC

The bench was hearing two petitions filed by activist Bhagwanji Rayani and NGO Jan Mukti Morcha, challenging the state government’s decision to convert the mayor’s bungalow at Shivaji Park, Dadar, into a memorial to the Shiv Sena founder.

Maharashtra govt sets aside Rs 100 cr for Thackeray memorial, MMRDA to implement project

Thackeray memorial: While uncertainty clouds the future of the Shiv Sena’s alliance with the BJP ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, the warring allies on Tuesday joined hands for the construction of a memorial to Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray.

Inside Track: Ides of Jan

Uddhav is playing hardball and insists that if there is to be an alliance for the Lok Sabha polls, an agreement should first be reached for the Assembly.

Thackeray trailer: Nawazuddin Siddiqui is convincing as Balasaheb Thackeray

Thackeray trailer: Nawazuddin Siddiqui is set to play the late Shiv Sena supremo Bal Thackeray in his biopic. Also starring Amrita Rao, Thackrey has been directed by Abhijit Panse. The film releases on January 25.

Nagpur-Mumbai Samruddhi Mahamarg: Ex-Advocate General opposes naming road after Bal Thackeray

The eight-lane 701 km road between Nagpur and Mumbai finds itself embroiled over the naming controversy following differences between alliance partners BJP and Sena.

BMC gives ex-mayoral bungalow to Bal Thackeray Memorial Trust

The BMC had bought the bungalow in 1962 and since used it as the Mumbai mayor’s official residence.

Bal Thackeray’s will: Jaidev says no longer opposed to Uddhav’s probate petition

Bal Thackeray, who died on November 17, 2012, had signed his will on December 13, 2011. With the Sena patriarch not leaving anything in his will for Jaidev, he had moved HC challenging its validity.

The many ‘isms’ in 52-year history of Shiv Sena

As the Sena completes 52 years on Tuesday, one is compelled to reflect upon the astute utilisation of ideologies through which the Shiv Sena could capture the political mood of Maharashtra and also of the country.

Fate avenged Chhagan Bhujbal's attempt to jail Bal Thackeray: Shiv Sena

Bhujbal started his political career with the Shiv Sena and was in the party for over two decades. He left the Sena in 1991 and joined the Congress.

Amitabh Bachchan at Bal Thackeray biopic launch: Balasaheb was like a father figure to me

At Bal Thackeray biopic teaser launch, Amitabh Bachchan shared, "I have had a very personal and familial relationship with Balasaheb Thackeray. I used to attend every function when Balasaheb invited me."

Today in pics: January 24, 2014

Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Amrita Rao share their slam book secrets

What does Nawazuddin Siddiqui consider as his first big achievement? What will Amrita Rao do if she becomes the President of India? Find out their answers here.

Audience Review: Thackeray and Manikarnika

While Nawazuddin Siddiqui starrer Thackeray is based on the life of late Shiv Sena supremo Bal Thackeray, Kangana Ranaut plays Rani Laxmi Bai in the biopic Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi. Check out what the audience said after watching the films.

Thackeray presents all facets of Bal Thackeray: Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Amrita Rao talk about their upcoming film Thackeray. The biopic on Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray will hit screens on January 25.

Trailer Launch - Thackeray

2019 will see the release of the much-awaited biopic on the late Shiv Sena chief Balasaheb Thackeray. The film is written by Abhijit Panse and produced by journalist & Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut. Nawazuddin Siddiqui will play the titular role.