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The gray market premium for LIC is now negative.

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The gray market premium for LIC is now negative.

Life Insurance Corp (LIC) shares’ grey market premium (GMP) turned negative on Wednesday, ahead of its May 17 listing.

According to a trader who did not want to be identified, the LIC GMP peaked at Rs 93-95 per share and then began to decline. On May 5, it was trading between Rs 8 and Rs 10 per share. It was extremely volatile on May 6 and 10, with a downward trend, he said. He added that it had fallen from Rs 8-9 per share to a negative Rs 15 per share on Wednesday.

The GMP has steadily declined since its peak, owing to concerns about a lacklustre response from foreign investors. Retail and domestic institutional investors were the primary buyers of the IPO. The presence of foreign investors was minimal.

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Investors were also concerned by volatility, which was sparked by fears of global central banks tightening in response to higher inflation.

While the lower valuation in comparison to peers is a positive, analysts are concerned about accumulated losses of Rs 6,028 crore, loss of market share, a lack of digital presence, and the perception that not all decisions made by the country’s largest life insurer are in line with shareholder interests.

By selling 3.5 percent of its stake in the country’s largest insurer, the government will raise Rs 20,500 crore. The stock offering began on May 4 and ended on May 9. On May 12, allotments will take place, and shares will be credited to demat accounts on May 16.

The price band had previously been set at Rs 902-949 per share by LIC, which had slashed around 60% of its issue size due to poor market conditions.

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The initial public offering (IPO) was a pure offer to sell up to 221.37 million shares. For the anchor investor portion, the company set aside 59.29 million shares. The reservation portion for employees is 1.58 million, while the reservation portion for policyholders is 22.14 million. The QIB portion has a value of 98.83 million.

“The IPO was reasonably priced.” However, investors’ moods were disturbed by volatile market sentiments. If market sentiments had remained stable, we would have seen much higher subscription across all investor categories,” said Manan Doshi, co-founder of UnlistedArena.com.

“Despite the attractive offer, the volatile market environment, low subscription, and bulky issue size are the factors generating pessimism,” he said.

Meanwhile, GMP of Delhivery Ltd, Venus Pipes & Tubes Ltd, and Prudent Corp Advisory Services Ltd were trading at Rs 8-9 a share, Rs 40-42 a share, and Rs 34-36 a share, respectively.

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Akshay Kumar wishes director Priyadarshan on birthday with Bhooth Bangla BTS pic: ‘Surrounded by ghosts…

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Akshay Kumar wishes director Priyadarshan on birthday with Bhooth Bangla BTS pic: ‘Surrounded by ghosts…

Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan, the acclaimed Indian director, celebrated their 68th birthday on Instagram. Kumar, who has worked with Priyadarshan on several cult comedies of the early 2000s, wished him a happy birthday and called him a mentor. The duo is now back together for their upcoming horror-comedy, Bhooth Bangla.

The first poster of the movie has been released, and it is expected to hit theaters in 2025. Akshay Kumar wore a black fedora and a green jacket, layered over a black tee, and fans have expressed their excitement for their new movie.

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The duo’s dynamic and deep bonding have been praised by fans, who have expressed high anticipation for their new movie. The first poster of Bhooth Bangla has already been released, and the movie is expected to hit theaters in 2025.

Akshay Kumar, the versatile Bollywood actor, recently celebrated director Priyadarshan’s birthday by sharing a behind-the-scenes (BTS) photograph from their upcoming film, “Bhooth Bangla.” In the image, Akshay humorously captioned, “Surrounded by ghosts…” The photo features Akshay alongside Priyadarshan and co-actor Paresh Rawal, all dressed in traditional attire, with a black cat perched on Akshay’s shoulder, adding a whimsical touch to the scene.

Reunion After 14 Years

This collaboration marks a significant reunion between Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan, who last worked together on the film “Bhool Bhulaiyaa” in 2007. Their partnership has been celebrated in the past for delivering successful comedies like “Hera Pheri” and “Garam Masala.” Fans have eagerly anticipated their return to the big screen together, and “Bhooth Bangla” promises to be a delightful addition to their repertoire.

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About ‘Bhooth Bangla’

“Bhooth Bangla” is a horror-comedy that blends elements of suspense with humor, a genre in which both Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan have excelled. The film is produced by Balaji Telefilms Ltd in association with Cape of Good Films. The motion poster released earlier this year features Akshay Kumar in a suit, with a cat on his shoulder, licking milk slyly, setting the tone for the film’s intriguing and humorous premise.

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Anticipation and Fan Reactions

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The BTS photo shared by Akshay Kumar has generated excitement among fans, who are eager to see the trio back together on screen. The playful caption and the presence of the black cat suggest that “Bhooth Bangla” will offer a mix of thrills and laughs, staying true to the successful formula of their previous collaborations.

As the release date for “Bhooth Bangla be a significant highlight in the upcoming entertainment lineup. The reunion of Akshay Kumar, Priyadarshan, and Paresh Rawal, combined with the intriguing premise and the playful BTS moments, has set high expectations among audiences. Fans can look forward to a cinematic experience that promises both chills and chuckles.

For a visual glimpse into the making of “Bhooth Bangla,” you can watch the following video Akshay Kumar expressed his gratitude as they once again united for their upcoming movie Bhooth Bangla. This marks a new chapter in their long-standing collaboration since the 2000s. He shared a picture from behind the scenes of their new movie, where it seems like they are laughing about something.

Akshay wrote,”Happy Birthday, Priyan Sir! What better way to celebrate than by spending the day on a haunted set, surrounded by ghosts…both real and unpaid extras? Thank you for being a mentor, and the only person who can make chaos look like a masterpiece. May your day be filled with fewer retakes. Wishing you a fantastic year ahead!”

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