tributes to G Marimuthu from Rajinikanth, Vijay Sethupathi, and other celebrities
A vintage image of G Marimuthu. (with thanks to VijaySethuOffl)

In New Delhi: Veteran actor and filmmaker G Marimuthu passed away after a heart arrest at a private hospital in Chennai, according to news agency ANI. At a city-owned private hospital this morning about 8:30, he passed away after a heart arrest. He passed out while voice-dubbing for a television show, and was then taken to a private hospital in Vadapalani where he was pronounced dead, according to ANI. Tamil film industry professionals paid respect to the actor. On X, formerly known as Twitter, superstar Rajinikanth paid tribute to his Jailer co-star: “Marimuth was a beautiful person. I was stunned when he died. My sincere sympathies to his grieving family,” he stated.

In the FIBA World Cup semifinals, Germany stunned the U.S. men’s basketball team, sending the Americans to the bronze-medal game.

With the help of NBA forwards Franz Wagner and Daniel Theis, Germany defeated the United States 113-111 in Manila to go to its first Olympic or World Championship final (against Serbia on Sunday).

Germany defeated the United States for the first time in their ninth encounter during the Dream Team era (since 1992).

In its two defeats in the World Cup, the United States set a new mark for the most points it has ever surrendered in an Olympic or World Championship game.

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Coach Steve Kerr stated, “This team is incredibly deserving of winning a championship, and we just didn’t get it done. Over the past 30 years or more, the game has become more international.

“This year is not 1991 anymore.”

It finished seventh in a big tournament four years ago, which was the lowest finish in program history. However, it bounced back to win a fourth straight Olympic title in Tokyo.

The United States plays Canada on Sunday for bronze in an effort to avoid suffering its third consecutive defeat at a major competition since the 2004 Athens Olympics. The mess in Greece prompted changes in American men’s basketball.

The best NBA players from the United States aren’t participating in the World Cup, continuing a recent pattern. A few foreign celebrities are also missing. This summer will serve as a time of rest between NBA seasons for many players who intend to compete in the Olympics.

The U.S. roster features zero All-NBA players and no one with previous Olympic or international experience for the first time in the Dream Team era. (With the exception of the 1998 Worlds, where the initial roster did have players who fit that requirement but none were selected for the final team due to the NBA lockout.)

Last Sunday, Lithuania defeated the United States 110-104 in group play as the Lithuanians jumped off to a quick 31-12 lead.

Anthony Edwards had a game-high 35 points, but Lithuania outrebounded the Americans 43-27 and made 14 of 25 three-point attempts to defeat the Americans.

In the quarterfinals, the U.S. defeated Italy after recovering.

Germany and the United States played tight until the Germans scored 35 points in the third quarter to grab a 10-point lead in their second-ever world quarterfinal (and first since 2002).

With three minutes left, the U.S. reduced the deficit to 106-103 thanks to Edwards’ 23 points but was unable to completely close it.

Germany has never performed as consistently as other European giants like Spain and Lithuania, whose best-known products are Detlef Schrempf and Dirk Nowitzki.

During Nowitzki’s playing career, it only ever made it to the 2008 Olympics and has never advanced past the quarterfinals.

There has always been a special bond between cricket and film, and when the two come together, fireworks can be seen both on and off the pitch. The young and gifted Indian cricketer Shubman Gill recently caused a stir online when he playfully questioned Punjabi actress Sonam Bajwa about her history of dating cricketers.

The events took place during an open discussion between the two on the popular television program “Dil Diyan Gallan.” Gill, a cricketer recognized for his graceful stroke play and one of India’s most promising young players, didn’t hesitate to engage in lighthearted banter with the endearing actress.

Gill sparked the conversation by asking, “Have you ever gone on a date with a cricketer?” with a joking grin. Sonam was slightly taken aback by the query, and a slight flush appeared on her face. She quickly collected herself, though, and gave a smart, enigmatic reply.

Sonam, who is well-known for her work in South Indian and Punjabi movies, wryly answered: “No.” After that, a hooter sound was audible, indicating that she had lied. The two celebrities soon laughed together.

She said when prodded to be honest, “Well, Shubman, cricketers are known for their straight drives, but sometimes it’s nice to keep a few secrets in the offing.” Her statement had the crowd in splits and gave her dating history an air of intrigue.

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The cricket player and the actress’s frank and humorous conversation quickly went viral on social media. Shubman and Sonam’s lighthearted chemistry on the show won over a lot of fans and admirers.