At one point in Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery, streaming on Netflix in the UAE, a world-weary police official says, "We are supposed to follow the Indian Penal Code but in reality we are following the Indian Political Code".

The wry observation is a reaction to the latest case cops in Moba district, presumably in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, have been saddled with – find a thief who has stolen two ‘Uncle Hong’ jackfruits from the house of a local politician, Munnalal Pateria (Vijay Raaz). The group consists of a sprightly young inspector Mahima Basor (Sanya Malhotra), a sincere albeit clumsy constable Saurabh (Anant Joshi), and two other constables Kunti (Neha Saraf) and Mishraji (Govind Pandey). Mahima and Saurabh are in love but have to contend with two bitter truths: One, she belongs to a lower caste and the other, she is his boss. In this wild goose chase for the missing jackfruit, Mahima and her team stumble over a far more serious issue of kidnapped young girls in the district.

If all this sounds familiar, it’s because Indian OTT viewers traversed a similar territory in the recent web series Dahaad starring Sonakshi Sinha. There are other common threads. The spectre of caste looms large in both, Dahaad and Kathal, they are set in the arid regions of Northern India, and the female leads’ experiences are tinged by patriarchy and opportunistic politics.

However, that’s where the similarities end. While Dahaad had a brooding, melancholic feel to its proceedings, Kathal is a social satire which makes a political statement. Mahima doesn’t wear the weight of her caste or gender too heavily and overcomes obstacles – from society’s snarky remarks to unwanted advances by oily men – with her wit and spunk. There is a lightness of touch in the social evils portrayed so the viewer does not get too perturbed by the ugly reality the plot actually underlines.

This is not necessarily a bad thing, although one wishes the satire had been more biting. Director Yashowardhan Mishra has plucked episodes from news headlines and while it works in some instances – like the case of the enthusiastic TV reporter, Anuj (Rajpal Yadav) who is arrested for allegedly defaming the nation with his story on missing girls – in others, it doesn’t make quite an impact. Sometimes, the film’s progressive ideas are too in your face while the climax featuring a vegetable fight between the good guys and the bad ones fail to raise a chuckle.

To its credit, the humour is largely on point and it helps that Mishra has chosen an excellent cast to push the message. Put actors like Vijay Raaz, Rajpal Yadav, Brijendra Kala and Raghubir Yadav together and they can elevate even the most mundane scene. However, while each of these veterans light up the screen in their scenes, they have been under-utilised to a certain extent and none of their character arcs really stand out. Among the supporting cast, Neha Saraf as the constable who has to balance between home and work is brilliant while Anant Joshi as Mahima’s meek boyfriend who wants to rise above social discrimination is also good.

The one actor who shines is Sanya Malhotra, who, with her fabulous screen presence and confidence, makes Mahima Basor believable and adorable. She can be funny and serious, sharp and coy, making you root for her. If only the screenplay had been a bit sharper and punchier, Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery could have been a juicier fruit to bite into.

Director: Yashowardhan Mishra

Cast: Sanya Malhotra, Anant Joshi, Vijay Raaz

Stars: 3/5

A well-known Pakistani music television series “Coke Studio Pakistan” began to air on 14th April 2024 with the first song called “Aayi Aayi” featuring local artists from Sindh, Pakistan. The journey for this season is mostly focused on the cultural aspects of Pakistan.

The audience enjoyed the songs in various cultural languages of Pakistan like Sindhi, Pashto, Punjabi, and Balochi, and with the beautiful additional flavors of Urdu and English. Coke Studio has released the song “Piya Piya Calling”, which can be a major milestone in making Coke Studio Pakistan an international brand. This song featured Kaifi Khalil with the Norwegian artist Amanda Delara and Karpe The band.

This song had so many flavors of different languages from all over the world. Amanda and Karpe sang in Norwegian, Gujarati, and Arabic with some lines in Urdu too, while Kaifi showed his class with Urdu and Balochi contrast. The audience had a mixed response after listening to the song as it has so many aspects to be looked at. The genre of this song is majorly pop with some catchy beats and hookups. The video quality has been consistent this season as every song’s official video contains lovely sets and story elements with a great touch of CGI animations.

According to Coke Studio’s official announcement, this season will have 11 songs. Therefore, with its 11th song, this week will mark the end of this amazing season. The audience is desperate to discover what will be the next and final surprise from Coke Studio. You’ll find this out together with Real Time Brief.

Remember when browsing the internet meant typing in a URL, waiting for pages to load, and sifting through endless tabs just to find the right answer? Those days are quickly fading. In 2025, AI-powered browsing is changing the rules of the web. Smart agents are no longer just answering questions—they’re navigating the internet for us, reshaping how we discover, shop, work, and even interact online.

This isn’t the “search bar and click” internet we grew up with. Instead, think of having a personal assistant that knows your preferences, filters the noise, and gets things done in real time.

So, let’s dive into how AI-powered browsing is revolutionizing the internet—and what it means for you as a user, a business, and a society.

From Search Engines to Smart Agents

For years, search engines like Google and Bing ruled the web. You typed, they ranked. But here’s the problem: the internet exploded with information, and users got lost in the clutter.

Enter AI browsing agents. Instead of simply listing 10 blue links, these agents:

• Understand context: They know what you mean, not just what you type.
• Act on intent: Ask them to “book me the cheapest flight to Rome next month,” and they’ll compare, recommend, and even complete the booking.
• Learn your habits: Over time, they adjust results to your tastes, budget, and style.

In short, AI is moving us from searching to doing.

What Makes AI-Powered Browsing Different?

Traditional browsing was passive—you searched, clicked, and decided. AI-powered browsing is interactive and proactive.

Here’s how it stands out:

Conversational Navigation

Instead of typing keywords, you chat. “Find me a Thai restaurant nearby with vegan options,” and your AI agent doesn’t just show Google Maps—it gives you the top-rated spots, reservations, and maybe even a promo code.

Personalized Experience

The AI doesn’t treat you like every other user. It remembers your travel style, your shopping budget, your favorite news outlets—and delivers accordingly.

Automation at Scale

Need to compare dozens of insurance policies, check multiple e-commerce sites for the best gadget deal, or summarize a long research paper? Your smart agent does it in seconds.

Seamless Multitasking

While you’re reading an article, your agent can book a meeting, send an email, or grab breaking news updates—running in the background like a true digital sidekick.

Real-World Examples of AI Browsing in Action

✈️ Travel Planning

Instead of spending hours juggling Booking.com, Expedia, and flight comparison sites, your AI agent can scan them all at once, filter based on your loyalty points, and reserve the perfect package.

🛒 Online Shopping

Want the best deal on a new laptop? The AI will compare across Amazon, Best Buy, and direct brand stores—then notify you if prices drop. No more coupon hunting.

📚 Research & Learning

Students and professionals can ask, “Summarize the latest report on climate change,” and get a digestible summary, links to credible sources, and even suggested follow-up questions.

📰 News Consumption

Instead of doomscrolling, imagine a daily “AI Briefing” that curates articles across politics, tech, sports, and entertainment—tailored to your interests, without the junk.

The Big Impact on Businesses

AI-powered browsing isn’t just a user upgrade—it’s a massive shift for businesses too.

• SEO May Change Forever: If smart agents fetch answers directly, ranking #1 on Google matters less. Instead, businesses must ensure AI can understand and recommend their products.
• E-commerce Gets Smarter: Brands can’t just rely on ads—agents will pick the most cost-effective and trustworthy option.
• Customer Service Evolution: AI browsers can chat with support bots, handle returns, or negotiate offers on your behalf.
• Personalized Marketing: Businesses will need to work with AI ecosystems, offering APIs and structured data that agents can easily use.

The bottom line: companies that adapt to AI browsing will thrive, and those that don’t risk becoming invisible.

Benefits for Everyday Users

Why should you care about AI-powered browsing? Because it makes life easier in ways we’ve always wanted:

⏱️ Time saved – no more juggling dozens of tabs.

💸 Money saved – automatic price comparison ensures better deals.

🎯 Better accuracy – fewer irrelevant results, more precise answers.

🛡️ Smarter security – AI can detect scams, fake reviews, or malicious sites before you click.

🧩 Simplified web – the messy, overwhelming internet becomes cleaner, more personalized, and more useful.

But Wait—There Are Concerns

Like every innovation, AI browsing brings challenges:

• Privacy Risks: Smart agents know your preferences, history, and habits. Who controls that data?
• Bias & Manipulation: If AI agents prioritize certain brands, will you always see the “best” option—or just the one paying for placement?
• Loss of Discovery: Part of browsing joy is stumbling upon unexpected gems. Will AI filtering narrow our world?
• Over-Reliance: As we outsource more decisions, do we risk losing independent critical thinking?

These questions will shape the next decade of the internet.

The Future of AI-Powered Browsing

Looking ahead, here’s what we can expect:

• Hyper-Personal Agents: Imagine AI that knows your schedule, budget, allergies, and style—making recommendations almost like a human assistant.
• Multi-Agent Ecosystems: Your shopping agent might talk to your banking agent, which coordinates with your travel agent. Bots will collaborate on your behalf.
• Voice-First Browsing: Forget typing. Voice + AI will dominate, making browsing conversational and hands-free.
• Web 4.0 Shift: Just like Web 2.0 was about social media, Web 4.0 may be defined by AI agents navigating for users.

The line between “browsing” and “living online” will blur.

Final Thoughts: A Smarter Web Awaits

AI-powered browsing is more than a trend—it’s the next evolution of the internet. It takes the chaos of millions of tabs, pop-ups, and irrelevant results and transforms it into a personalized, efficient, and action-driven experience.

For users, it means less noise and more value. For businesses, it means a race to be AI-friendly. For society, it means big questions about privacy, trust, and fairness.

But one thing is clear: smart travelers of the web—like you—will adapt first. The early adopters of AI browsing will save more time, money, and energy than anyone still stuck on the old way.

So the next time you open your browser, ask yourself: are you still searching the old way—or letting AI take the wheel?

🌐 The future of the web is here. It’s smarter, faster, and built for you.