September 2025 Highlights: Entertainment, Immigration, AI & Cars
We’ve pulled together the four stories that grabbed attention in September 2025. Whether you binge TV, plan a visa, tweak AI images, or shop for a new ride, there’s something here you’ll want to know right now.
Aasif Sheikh’s On‑Set Collapse
Fans of the sitcom Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain were shocked when lead actor Aasif Sheikh suddenly fell on set in Dehradun on March 18, 2025. Doctors diagnosed severe sciatica, and the crew air‑lifted him to Mumbai in a wheelchair. Production paused while he received treatment, raising concerns about the physical demands on TV actors. The incident sparked a wider discussion on on‑set safety and the need for proper health checks for long‑hour shoots.
H‑1B Visa $100,000 Fee—What’s New?
The White House just cleared up the confusion around the $100,000 fee that many thought applied to all H‑1B workers. The rule only hits brand‑new petitions filed after Sept. 21, 2025. Renewals, extensions, and cases already in the pipeline stay fee‑free. This clarification could shift hiring strategies for universities, hospitals, and tech firms that rely on overseas talent. Legal experts warn that challenges to the fee may still surface, so employers should stay alert.
Google Gemini Retro AI Photos
Instagram is flooded with grainy, 90s‑style portraits, and the secret sauce is Google Gemini’s new retro prompt library. Our step‑by‑step guide shows you how to upload a regular picture, choose the “golden‑hour” lighting preset, and add cinematic shadows for that nostalgic vibe. We also cover prompt tweaking, batch processing tips for YouTubers, and a quick ethics checklist so you don’t run afoul of copyright rules. In short, you can create scroll‑stopping images without spending hours in a desktop editor.
Mahindra XUV 3XO Shakes Up the Subcompact SUV Market
Mahindra launched the XUV 3XO with a starting price near Rs 8 lakh, packing Level 2 ADAS, six airbags, and dual 10.25‑inch screens as standard. Buyers also get a panoramic sunroof and the option of an AISIN automatic gearbox. The SUV targets rivals like the Nexon and Brezza, and Mahindra plans to export the model to South Africa and Australia. Early road tests praise its fuel efficiency and tech‑rich cabin, making it a serious contender for anyone eyeing a budget‑friendly, safety‑first vehicle.
That’s the roundup for September 2025. Keep checking InfoCom Genius Hub for deeper dives, how‑to guides, and the latest updates across tech, entertainment, and policy.
Aasif Sheikh Hospitalized After On‑Set Collapse; Arrives in Mumbai Wheelchair
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Aasif Sheikh collapsed on set in Dehradun on March 18, 2025, due to severe sciatica and was air‑lifted to Mumbai in a wheelchair, prompting a production pause and health concerns.
Read MoreH-1B Visa $100,000 Fee Clarified: Only New Petitions Hit the Wallet
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The White House has cleared up confusion around the Trump administration's $100,000 H-1B visa fee, confirming it only applies to fresh petitions filed after Sept. 21, 2025. Existing workers, renewals and previously filed cases are exempt. The move could reshape hiring in universities, hospitals and tech firms, while legal battles loom.
Read MoreGoogle Gemini Retro AI Photos: Step-by-Step Guide to Viral 90s Aesthetics
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Retro AI portraits are taking over Instagram and YouTube in 2025. This long-read shows how to use Google Gemini to turn a regular photo into a grainy, cinematic, 90s-style image—complete with golden-hour lighting, dramatic shadows, and minimalist backdrops. You’ll get step-by-step instructions, prompt recipes, pro tips, video workflow ideas, and advice on ethics, quality, and sharing.
Read MoreMahindra XUV 3XO: Safety Tech, Big Features, and Rs 8 Lakh Start Shake Up the Subcompact SUV Game
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Mahindra’s XUV 3XO is pushing the subcompact SUV class with Level 2 ADAS, 6 airbags as standard, and a starting price near Rs 8 lakh. It brings a panoramic sunroof, dual 10.25-inch screens, and both petrol and diesel options with manual and AISIN automatics. With strong efficiency and a feature-loaded lineup, it’s targeting rivals like Nexon, Brezza, Venue, and Sonet in India and expanding to South Africa and Australia.
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