Sonu Sood turns author, will write a book about rescuing migrants during Covid-19 outbreak
The 46-year-old actor launched an initiative to help reunite migrant workers.
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Milee Ashwarya, publisher, Ebury Publishing and Vintage Publishing, Penguin Random House, said the book will bring together the story of Sood's amazing journey.
Sonu Sood catapulted to nationwide spotlight due to his incredible efforts to rescue the migrants and help them reach their hometowns. The actor has now turned author and will document his rescue missions in a book by publishing house 'Penguin Random House'. Penguin India took to Twitter to announce the news.
Penguin India will publish Sood's debut book. "... I want to thank God for making me a catalyst in helping the migrants. While my heart beats in Mumbai, after this movement I feel a part of me lives in the villages of UP, Bihar, Jharkhand, Assam, Uttarakhand and various other states where I have now found new friends and made deep connections.
"I have decided to put these experiences, stories that are embedded in my soul forever, in a book ... I'm excited, nervous and overwhelmed, and I can't wait to connect with you through my book. I look forward to your support—and love you all," Sood said in a statement.
The 46-year-old actor launched an initiative to help reunite migrant workers who were stranded in Mumbai with their families in distant corners of the country.
"The past three-and-half months have been a kind of a life-changing experience for me, living with the migrants for sixteen to eighteen hours a day and sharing the pain. When I go to see them off as they begin their journey back home, my heart is filled with joy and relief.
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"Seeing the smiles on their faces, the tears of happiness in their eyes has been the most special experience of my life, and I pledged that I'll keep on working to send them back to their homes until the last migrant reaches his village, to his loved ones," he added.
Milee Ashwarya, publisher, Ebury Publishing and Vintage Publishing, Penguin Random House, said the book will bring together the story of Sood's amazing journey - "of people who were suddenly left without security and livelihood; of hope and the feeling of oneness that binds us all together".
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Sonu Nigam, Deep Trivedi, Manish Paul: Times Power Men Fetes Achievers
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Men have stood as pillars of valour, courage and confidence while donning multiple hats in both personal and professional avenues.
To celebrate their supportive existence and contribution towards the betterment of society, Times Power Men – West India 2018, held at St Regis, felicitated and honoured such men who have brought about positive changes not just in their personal lives, but also in society. This event was graced by chief guest Amruta Fadnavis.
Bollywood actors Raveena Tandon, Dia Mirza, Poonam Dhillon and many more were seen applauding the efforts of these men who have been doing some incredible work in their respective fields.
Collectively these dignitaries felicitated many powerful men of West India for their organisational and societal contribution towards various fields — education, health, real estate, corporate, fashion, social cause, music, politics, bureaucracy, theatre, film, writing, modelling, public relations, philanthropy, art and more.
The felicitation was based on the contribution of various individuals in different fields/categories and have been selected by an internal panel of the publishing house.
In pic from left: (Sonu Nigam, Deep Trivedi, Manish Paul)
Men have stood as pillars of valour, courage and confidence while donning multiple hats in both personal and professional avenues.
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Aneel Murarka (L) was felicitated as a 'Young Achiever' by actress Raveena Tandon (R).
Murraka wore a yellow suit to the occasion while Tandon kept it simple yet stunning in a golden saree.
Aneel Murarka (L) was felicitated as a 'Young Achiever' by actress Raveena Tandon (R). Murraka wore a yellow suit to the occasion while Tandon kept it simple yet stunning in a golden saree.
Sumeet Vyas was felicitated as the 'Most Popular Actor in the Web Series Space' by Dia Mirza. Ajay Joshi came on behalf of Ravindra Vaman Prabhudesai for the felicitation. Prabhudesai was honoured as an 'Eminent Leader in Business' by Raveena Tandon.
(In pic from left: Sumeet Vyas, Dia Mirza, Ajay Joshi, Raveena Tandon)
Sumeet Vyas was felicitated as the 'Most Popular Actor in the Web Series Space' by Dia Mirza. Ajay Joshi came on behalf of Ravindra Vaman Prabhudesai for the felicitation. Prabhudesai was honoured as..
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Dia Mirza presented the 'Young and Dynamic Philanthropist' award to Mohit Kamboj (top left). She also honoured Maneesh Jhawar (bottom left) as a 'Leader in Digital Quality Engineering'.
Dia Mirza presented the 'Young and Dynamic Philanthropist' award to Mohit Kamboj (top left). She also honoured Maneesh Jhawar (bottom left) as a 'Leader in Digital Quality Engineering'.
Kunal Vijaykar was felicitated as the 'Most Dynamic Food Writer' by Amruta Fadnavis. Luke Coutinho was honoured as a 'Holistic Life Coach - Integrative Medicine' by Dia Mirza.
(In pic from left: Kunal Vijaykar, Amruta Fadnavis, Luke Coutinho, Dia Mirza)
Kunal Vijaykar was felicitated as the 'Most Dynamic Food Writer' by Amruta Fadnavis. Luke Coutinho was honoured as a 'Holistic Life Coach - Integrative Medicine' by Dia Mirza.(In pic from left: Kunal..
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Amit Parikh (top left) was presented the 'Business Entrepreneur in Entertainment and Real Estate' award by Suresh Wadkar (top centre) and Poonam Dhillon (top right). Karan Gupta (bottom left) was felicitated as a 'Trusted Overseas Education Consultant' by Amruta Fadnavis (bottom right).
Amit Parikh (top left) was presented the 'Business Entrepreneur in Entertainment and Real Estate' award by Suresh Wadkar (top centre) and Poonam Dhillon (top right). Karan Gupta (bottom left) was fel..
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Terence Lewis (top left) was felicitated as a 'Choreographer Extraordinaire' by Suresh Wadkar (top centre) and Poonam Dhillon (top right). Lallan Tiwari (bottom left) was honoured as a 'Veteran in Education' by Shaina NC (bottom right).
Terence Lewis (top left) was felicitated as a 'Choreographer Extraordinaire' by Suresh Wadkar (top centre) and Poonam Dhillon (top right). Lallan Tiwari (bottom left) was honoured as a 'Veteran in Ed..
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Poonam Dhillon and Suresh Wadkar felicitated Ronit Roy (top left) as the 'Most Charismatic Television Personality' . They also presented the 'Pioneer of Vastushastra' award to Dr Raviraj Ahirrao (bottom left).
Poonam Dhillon and Suresh Wadkar felicitated Ronit Roy (top left) as the 'Most Charismatic Television Personality' . They also presented the 'Pioneer of Vastushastra' award to Dr Raviraj Ahirrao (bot..
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Albin Anthony was felicitated for 'Innovation in Education' by Shaina NC. Kamal Gupta was presented the 'Visionary Entrepreneur for Infrastructure' award by Dia Mirza.
(In pic from left: Albin Anthony, Shaina NC, Kamal Gupta, Dia Mirza)
Albin Anthony was felicitated for 'Innovation in Education' by Shaina NC. Kamal Gupta was presented the 'Visionary Entrepreneur for Infrastructure' award by Dia Mirza.(In pic from left: Albin Anthony..
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Shivarama Bhandary was felicitated as a 'Grooming Expert of the Year' by Dia Mirza. Atul Kasbekar was present the 'Pioneer in Fashion Photography' award by Shaina NC.
(In pic from left: Shivarama Bhandary, Dia Mirza, Atul Kasbekar, Shaina NC)
Shivarama Bhandary was felicitated as a 'Grooming Expert of the Year' by Dia Mirza. Atul Kasbekar was present the 'Pioneer in Fashion Photography' award by Shaina NC.(In pic from left: Shivarama Bhan..
