Witty and humorous protest signs from the Hands Off rallies targeting Trump and Musk have gone viral on the internet. On April 5, an impressive half-million Americans on April 5 flooded the streets in a powerful display of opposition during the nationwide “Hands Off!” protests, marking one of the most significant collective standouts against the Trump administration yet.

From the bustling streets of Washington, DC, to the sprawling cities of Los Angeles, Chicago, and Seattle, people from all walks of political life united to challenge federal job cuts, the erosion of vital social frameworks, and assaults on fundamental freedoms.

This massive outcry was spearheaded by a diverse alliance of civil rights organizations, labor unions, LGBTQ+ supporters, veterans, and election reform advocates, all zeroing in on their disapproval of President Donald Trump and his newly appointed head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), Elon Musk.

Musk’s aggressive cost-reduction strategies, which propose closing Social Security offices, slashing Medicaid funds, and dismantling the Department of Education, have ignited widespread fury and become the centerpiece of the demonstrations.

Demonstrators brandished an array of signs and banners, voicing their concerns over everything from reversed climate policies to threats against immigrant rights. Infusing their protests with wit and satire, the crowd’s creativity shone through in their messaging.

One viral sign playfully twisted Trump’s discredited assertions about Haitian immigrants, reading, “They’re eating the dogs. They’re eating the cats?”—a cheeky critique of diminishing governmental oversight.

Another sign humorously protested, “Don’t tax the penguins,” poking fun at Trump’s odd tariffs on distant Antarctic islands.

The ingenuity continued with slogans like “Orange Lies Matter,” “Even the introverts are here. That’s how bad it is,” and “Sorry World. We’re trying.” A particularly amusing sign came from a protest dog, proudly displaying, “I sniffed better policies on a fire hydrant.”

Another jabbed at political figures with, “JD Vance thinks I’m a miserable cat lady—and he’s half right.”

Mumbai Indians have received a major boost as Jasprit Bumrah, their ace fast bowler, has rejoined the squad after completing his rehab at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. His return comes just in time ahead of the high-voltage clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season.

Out since January due to a back injury sustained during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Sydney, Bumrah missed MI’s opening games this season — a period marked by the franchise’s disappointing performance, winning just one out of their first four matches.

Though it’s still uncertain whether Bumrah will be cleared to play against RCB on April 7, there is growing optimism around his return for MI’s April 17 match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). His presence could be the turning point for a side desperate for stability in their bowling attack.

The speedster has been central to Mumbai Indians’ success since debuting in 2013, racking up 165 wickets in 133 matches. Regarded as one of the best pacers across all formats, Bumrah’s return has lifted the mood in the MI camp.

SRH all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is already looking forward to the challenge of facing Bumrah. “He’s one of the best bowlers in the world. Scoring against him would mean a lot. Facing players like him makes the game truly exciting,” Reddy said on Gen Bold, a JioHotstar show.

He also praised the golden generation of Indian cricket, saying, “This era has been shaped by legends like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Jasprit Bumrah. They’ve set a high benchmark we all aspire to reach.”

Meanwhile, MI’s woes continue with the underwhelming form of ex-captain Rohit Sharma, adding pressure to turn their season around as quickly as possible.

The Telugu-language action comedy, Mad Square, featuring Narne Nithin, Sangeeth Sobhan, and Ram Nitin in lead roles, has garnered acclaim from both viewers and critics. Directed by Kalyan Shankar, the film has impressively grossed around ₹40 crore at the domestic box office within the first eight days of its release.

In honour of the film’s successful box office performance, the creators hosted a glamorous party attended by numerous celebrities, including the renowned South Indian actor Jr NTR.

At the success celebration, Jr NTR took a moment to congratulate his brother-in-law, Nithin, who is one of the star actors in the film. He expressed immense pride in Nithin’s achievements and shared a heartfelt reflection on their journey together. Jr NTR reminisced about when Nithin first approached him with ambitions of pursuing an acting career, admitting that he had initial reservations about Nithin’s chosen path.

In a lighthearted anecdote, Jr NTR mentioned how Nithin used to feel shy discussing his aspirations, especially after Jr NTR married his sister, Lakshmi Pranathi, in 2011. He humorously recalled how Nithin would often leave the room whenever he visited. Eventually, Nithin mustered the courage to tell Jr NTR, “I want to be an actor.” In response, Jr NTR candidly said, “I cannot support you. You have to figure this out for yourself.”

While reflecting on that moment, Jr NTR admitted he genuinely worried about Nithin’s future in acting. However, he also believed in empowering individuals to forge their own paths. He noted that Nithin never asked for assistance, and today, Jr NTR feels immense pride in Nithin’s accomplishments, attributing his success to the partnerships he has formed with talented directors and producers. Jr NTR is optimistic about Nithin’s bright future.

Jr NTR also commended the entire team behind Mad Square, stating, “Laughter is a true gift. Regardless of the challenges life throws our way, moments of joy are invaluable. Those who can make us laugh are indeed special, and we have discovered such talent in director Kalyan Shankar. Congratulations on achieving remarkable success. Creating a sequel that eclipses the original is a challenging task, yet Mad Square has managed to do so splendidly.”

Looking ahead, Jr NTR is set to star in the eagerly anticipated spy action thriller War 2, alongside Hrithik Roshan. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, this film also features Kiara Advani and is scheduled for release on August 14, 2025.