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  • PeeCee becomes the face of Guess Worldwide

    PeeCee becomes the face of Guess Worldwide

    MUMBAI: In a career spanning little more than a decade, actor Priyanka Chopra has achieved a feat that would many few female actors from the country have achieved. The 30-year-old model-turned-actor has been signed by international fashion brand Guess for its Holiday 2013 campaign and has also become the first Indian Guess girl.

     

    Over the years, Guess have won many Clio awards and have even featured supermodels like Claudia Schiffer, Eva Herzigova, Anna Nicole Smith, Kate Upton, Valeria Mazza, Julia Lescova, Laetitia Casta among many others.

     

    This time, our own Piggy Chops is set to rule the fashion glossies when her Guess campaign breaks in.

     

    Few industry insiders think Chopra’s one-year contract with Guess would be close to worth Rs 5-10 crore.

     

    The deal has obviously excited the actor. She even took to twitter to express her happiness: “I’m so proud to be the next #GuessGirl. It’s a legacy of beauty for 30 years..Thank u @bryanadams and @GUESS for making this such a fab shoot.”

     

    Singer, photographer Bryan Admas, who has shot the campaign, also posted a photo of Priyanka Chopra’s photoshoot on Twitter.

     

    And Priyanka couldn’t do without thanking him for his superb work. She wrote, “thank u @guess bryanadams #PaulMarciano and everyone who made this possible..”

     

    The actor, who was definitely in a good moolove..”d, even invited her followers for a question-answer session. She wrote: “Hey guys long time no Q n A.. I’m in NYC for the #guess launch so am on US time.. Who is up..? Let’s spread some

     

    The only other Indian actors who have been signed as global brand ambassadors are Shahrukh Khan for Tag Heuer and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan for L’Oreal. Shahrukh Khan has been with Tag for the last 12 years and the value of his deal is said to be in the range of Rs 20 crore, which is paid through a combination of barter and money.

  • Get set for festival celebrating animation and VFX

    Get set for festival celebrating animation and VFX

    MUMBAI: ABAI one if India’s primary associations supporting the digital and creative arts sectors is organising Abai Fest 2013 at the University Grounds in Mysore on the 6 and 7 December 2013. This is going to be the first ever festival screening exclusive footage from all over the world in “animation and visual effects”.

     

    “Computer Graphics has become part and parcel of International and local content creation in film and television. It provides the digital intermediation needed by filmmakers, directors and studios to mount bigger and bolder stories, themes and projects. Too little of how this is done has been exposed to the Indian public,” said ABAI & Country Head – Technicolor India president Biren Ghose.

     

    Gravity, Superman, Man of Steel, World War Z, The Croods, Epic, Skyfall, Life of Pi and many other recent releases are testimony to the fact that computer graphics (CG) in digital production is now the new norm in filmmaking.

     

    India is rapidly becoming a global hub for major VFX production and the domestic film industry is also adopting CG rapidly as a tool helping the director to go beyond the limits of the camera.

     

    “Not enough awareness and screenings of animation and VFX takes place and we want to be a ‘melting pot’ venue for fun, discussion, participation and exclusively presenting content in this part of the world. Not much ‘animation’ is seen outside of the few cartoon channels,” said Ghose.

     

    The festival would bring some of the world’s latest showcase featuring the best of what has been created in the recent past. Directors, producers and professionals will be at hand to present, meet, discuss and exhibit the state of the art.

    “This will help open minds, hearts and doors in animation, gaming and visual effects (VFX). Come join us in experiencing the fun and festivity,” concluded Ghose.
     

  • ‘No audience, No show’ status this week

    ‘No audience, No show’ status this week

    MUMBAI: With five releases last Friday, most without face value, it was ‘no audience, no show’ status at many cinema houses. Wake Up India, Delhi Gang, Ishk Actually and Sooper Se Ooper were the ones to suffer.

    Micky Virus is the one that survived the opening weekend with figures of Rs 4.25 crore. The going will be tough as the new week starts. This film also marked the debut of Manish Paul on the big screen.

    Boss collects Rs 47.2 crore in its first week (Nine days). The Akshay Kumar and Sonakshi Sinha starrer film released on 16 October and
    Shahid has collected Rs 3.1 crore in its first week.

    War Chhod Na Yaar has added Rs 45 lakh in its second week to take its two week total to Rs 6.7 crore.

    Exhibition trade is facing its dullest period of the year as pre-Diwali is always a bad time for new releases. Theatres have very poor footfalls and are now resting their hopes on the Rakesh Roshan – Hrithik Roshan brand, Krrish 3. Exhibitors have paid high MG for this film and anticipation is high.

  • ErosNow releases Shootout At Wadala online!

    ErosNow releases Shootout At Wadala online!

    MUMBAI: ErosNow – the online streaming platform – is all set to premiere the actioner Shootout at Wadala which was well appreciated by critics and audiences alike.

    Shootout At Wadala is a prequel to the 2007 hit Shootout at Lokhandwala, and it is the second installment of the Shootout series starring John Abraham in the lead role as the lethal gangster Manya Surve. It is based on a true story about the first-ever registered encounter by the Mumbai Police and is filled with high octane drama and action. The film also includes three chartbusting item numbers starring Sunny Leone, Priyanka Chopra & Sophie Choudry.

    The platform continues its commitment to offering new and exciting content across genres, including recently premiered adult comedy Grand Masti and complex romance Lootera.

    Upcoming online releases will see titles including Warning, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani and Phata Poster Nikhla Hero – providing another additional incentive for users to sign up with ErosNow.

  • ‘Krrish 3’ now ties up with Worldoo

    ‘Krrish 3’ now ties up with Worldoo

    MUMBAI: India’s home grown superhero Krrish has been creating a sense of excitement and enthusiasm in India and the world over with his engaging promotions for the forthcoming film Krrish 3. Keeping up this momentum Krrish has now made his way into worldoo, an ever evolving online ecosystem for kids where they can live, express and play.

    This partnership will enable its users to get a glimpse into the world of their favourite superhero and have exclusive access to the avatars of Krrish and Kaya from this superhero movie franchise. Registered Worldoo users can unleash their creativity and get set into Krrish modes by sprucing up their homes on worldoo with interesting and exclusive themes from the movie.

    Worldoo members will also be eligible to participate in a special Krrish 3 contest and stand a chance to win some exiting prizes. All they need to do is visit the Community centre in the Mainland and answer a few simple questions about the movie. Lucky winners will also stand a chance to win posters signed by Hrithik Roshan and few other exciting goodies.

    Worldoo head – experience and brand Harsh Wardhan Dave said, “We want our worldoo kids never to miss out on the most popular and entertaining stuff that’s happening out there. We realise the kind of following that Krrish has with kids and we have decided to associate with them. Through worldoo, kids have a special chance to win cool merchandise. We are confident that this will add value to the experience of our worldoo kids.”

    The association with worldoo is a part of the digital marketing campaign for Krrish 3 spearheaded by Hungama Digital Media Entertainment. Hungama Digital Media Entertainment MD & CEO Neeraj Roy said, “Kids today are spending a large share of their day online via various connected devices- be it computers, tablets or event connected TVs. The worldoo platform will enable kids to learn in the playway method. Moreover the worldoo platform is fun and safe for kids to engage with on a regular basis. The popularity of our very own super hero will encourage kids to explore a different world online.”

    The worldoo team is constantly working towards creating content that adds value to the overall time a child spends online. Partnering with the Krrish series was a step in that direction, going forward the team is looking forward to working with brands which are effectively willing to collaborate and add to the ethos to create responsible global citizens of tomorrow.

  • No audience, No show status this week

    No audience, No show status this week

    MUMBAI: With five releases last Friday, most without face value, it was ‘no audience, no show’ status at many cinema houses. Wake Up India, Delhi Gang, Ishk Actually and Sooper Se Ooper were the ones to suffer.

     

    Micky Virus is the one that survived the opening weekend with figures of Rs 4.25 crore. The going will be tough as the new week starts. This film also marked the debut of Manish Paul on the big screen.

     

    Boss collects Rs 47.2 crore in its first week (Nine days). The Akshay Kumar and Sonakshi Sinha starrer film released on 16 October and
    Shahid has collected Rs 3.1 crore in its first week.

     

    War Chhod Na Yaar has added Rs 45 lakh in its second week to take its two week total to Rs 6.7 crore.

     

    Exhibition trade is facing its dullest period of the year as pre-Diwali is always a bad time for new releases. Theatres have very poor footfalls and are now resting their hopes on the Rakesh Roshan – Hrithik Roshan brand, Krrish 3. Exhibitors have paid high MG for this film and anticipation is high.

  • ErosNow releases Shootout At Wadala online!

    ErosNow releases Shootout At Wadala online!

    MUMBAI: ErosNow – the online streaming platform – is all set to premiere the actioner Shootout at Wadala which was well appreciated by critics and audiences alike.

     

    Shootout At Wadala is a prequel to the 2007 hit Shootout at Lokhandwala, and it is the second installment of the Shootout series starring John Abraham in the lead role as the lethal gangster Manya Surve. It is based on a true story about the first-ever registered encounter by the Mumbai Police and is filled with high octane drama and action. The film also includes three chartbusting item numbers starring Sunny Leone, Priyanka Chopra & Sophie Choudry.

     

    The platform continues its commitment to offering new and exciting content across genres, including recently premiered adult comedy Grand Masti and complex romance Lootera.

     

    Upcoming online releases will see titles including Warning, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani and Phata Poster Nikhla Hero – providing another additional incentive for users to sign up with ErosNow.

  • Krrish 3 now ties up with Worldoo

    Krrish 3 now ties up with Worldoo

    MUMBAI: India’s home grown superhero Krrish has been creating a sense of excitement and enthusiasm in India and the world over with his engaging promotions for the forthcoming film Krrish 3. Keeping up this momentum Krrish has now made his way into worldoo, an ever evolving online ecosystem for kids where they can live, express and play.

     

    This partnership will enable its users to get a glimpse into the world of their favourite superhero and have exclusive access to the avatars of Krrish and Kaya from this superhero movie franchise. Registered Worldoo users can unleash their creativity and get set into Krrish modes by sprucing up their homes on worldoo with interesting and exclusive themes from the movie.

     

    Worldoo members will also be eligible to participate in a special Krrish 3 contest and stand a chance to win some exiting prizes. All they need to do is visit the Community centre in the Mainland and answer a few simple questions about the movie. Lucky winners will also stand a chance to win posters signed by Hrithik Roshan and few other exciting goodies.

     

    Worldoo head – experience and brand Harsh Wardhan Dave said, “We want our worldoo kids never to miss out on the most popular and entertaining stuff that’s happening out there. We realise the kind of following that Krrish has with kids and we have decided to associate with them. Through worldoo, kids have a special chance to win cool merchandise. We are confident that this will add value to the experience of our worldoo kids.”

     

    The association with worldoo is a part of the digital marketing campaign for Krrish 3 spearheaded by Hungama Digital Media Entertainment. Hungama Digital Media Entertainment MD & CEO Neeraj Roy said, “Kids today are spending a large share of their day online via various connected devices- be it computers, tablets or event connected TVs. The worldoo platform will enable kids to learn in the playway method. Moreover the worldoo platform is fun and safe for kids to engage with on a regular basis. The popularity of our very own super hero will encourage kids to explore a different world online.”

     

    The worldoo team is constantly working towards creating content that adds value to the overall time a child spends online. Partnering with the Krrish series was a step in that direction, going forward the team is looking forward to working with brands which are effectively willing to collaborate and add to the ethos to create responsible global citizens of tomorrow.

  • Coffin Maker to premiere at the River To River Florence festival

    Coffin Maker to premiere at the River To River Florence festival

    The much awaited announcement of the Indian Panorama bouquet for IIFI Goa 2013 has been declared and the life changing film Coffin Maker, starring Nasseruddin Shah, Randeep Hooda and Ratna Shah, was in the forefront of the short listed film for the prestigious panorama section.

     

    Directed by ad film maker Veena Bakshi, Coffin Maker has been short listed among the 210 films that were eligible for entries by the nine member jury. Nasseruddin is in super form with his acting prowess that is being touted as a must see film for every Indian for its theme.

     

    The film is just not high on content but also have actors known for their real portrayal. So besides Shah, the film has a diverse cast that includes Ratna Pathak Shah, Benjamin Gilani, Amit Sial, Mahabanoo Mody-Kotwal, Shilpa Shukla, who have substantially contributed in the excellence of its execution under the direction and vision of Bakshi.

     

    Producer Bharat Vijan of Shree Narayan Studios is ecstatic as the film is doing really well at the festivals. Just a few weeks back the film was selected to premiere at the prestigious River To River Florence festival, as well as Rome.

     

    A visibly excited Bharat said: “I am truly overjoyed as the debut film from my studio is doing really well. Every member of the star cast is a true professional in their own right and have given their best performance for this film. Nassersaab is a true genius, and his acting prowess has been the force behind this wonderful film. My wife Ambika and I feel truly justified in backing this high concept content-driven entertaining film. It has got a universal appeal and though the setting is a reflection of the lifestyle of Goa, it is a reflection of life itself.”

    The film represents cinema that inspires! Set against the authentic and seductive spirit of a Goan Village, Coffin Maker is a poignant tale about a reluctant Coffin Maker who learns about life from a very unusual and mysterious source.

  • Saif Ali Khan and Sonakshi Sinha’s impromptu dance for ‘Tamanche Pe Disco’

    Saif Ali Khan and Sonakshi Sinha’s impromptu dance for ‘Tamanche Pe Disco’

    MUMBAI: The much awaited song Tamanche Pe Disco with our very own nawab of Bollywood Saif Ali Khan and Sonakshi Sinha is finally here!

     This track is sung and composed by the UK based band RDB, making the rhythm very catchy and peppy.

    In fact we hear that when ace choreographer Ganesh Acharya, who has choreographed the song, made the actors listen to the song, both started grooving spontaneously to its fast and peppy tune.

    A source close to the team said, “The song has a very perky tune to it making a person stand up and dance. The same happened with Saif and Sonakshi, making them groove on the spot. Ganesh was very impressed with this unrehearsed and unplanned dancing so he decided to include that impromptu chemistry between Saif and Sonakshi in the song.”

    We feel that the definite USP of the song is its rusty look along with the impromptu and spontaneous dancing done by the leading stars of the movie.

    Looks like the Bullett Raja is not only good with his shooting skills but also with his dancing skills!

    Releasing 29 November, Bullett Raja is premised on fictional mafia based in Uttar Pradesh starring Saif Ali Khan, Sonakshi Sinha, Jimmy Shergill, Vidyut Jamwal, Gulshan Grover, Raj Babbar and Chunky Pandey.

    Fox Star Studios presents Bullett Raja produced by Tigmanshu Dhulia, Nitin Tej Ahuja, Rahul Mitra and is a Moving Pictures & BrandSmith Motion Pictures Production.