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  • Mr. Sunil Gavaskar launches the So Sorry Gully Cricket app by India Today

    Mr. Sunil Gavaskar launches the So Sorry Gully Cricket app by India Today

    MUMBAI: A cricket app of India Today called So Sorry Gully Cricket was formally launched in the presence of legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar on day 3 of FICCI FRAMES 2019 in a session moderated by Vikrant Gupta. Apart from the Mr. Sunil Gavaskar, Present were Mr. Sam Balsara, Mr. Shashi Sinha and Mr. Jaideep Trivedi.

    Sunil Gavaskar spoke about the memories associated with Gully Cricket, “There used to be very narrow space between the two buildings and if you hit over the top of the 1st floor, you were out. We learnt only to play straight. You sort of leant to adjust your bat speed and you learnt to either play forward or back. The best part or the worst part according to the way you saw it was that the umpires were all from the building so if they liked you, they would say not out they didn’t like you, you were given out.” He said laughingly.

    Mr. Sam Balsara said, “There is nothing big in the country right now that cricket and politics. You are giving both these things to Indians in form of a game, you should hit jackpot with this.”

  • GROHE shapes the future of water with a record number of innovations at ISH 2019

    GROHE shapes the future of water with a record number of innovations at ISH 2019

    MUMBAI: GROHE, the leading global brand for complete bathroom solutions and kitchen fittings under the LIXIL portfolio, has presented a record number of 500 new products at ISH 2019. ISH is the world’s leading trade fair focusing on the responsible management of water and energy in buildings, celebrated this week in Frankfurt, Germany.  

    During the keynote event at this week’s start of the ISH trade fair, Michael Rauterkus, CEO GROHE AG, gave an impressive account of the company’s journey in reflecting the five mega trends in its offering to consumers. With a record number of 500 single new products, GROHE surprised its customers with solutions that actively shape the future of water: from the 3D printing revolutionary home water experience, to the latest IOT solution that creates an intelligent ecosystem for water security and water management, helping to prevent water damage in 90% of the residential market.

    Check out the link to the GROHE ISH NEWSROOM 2019 to find out more about the innovations presented by GROHE, as well as the latest trends in water solutions, smart buildings and modern bathroom design trends.

  • GoQuest Digital Studios presents ‘The Sound of Horsepower’ in association with global motorsports brand Motul, a one-stop motorsports content destination for Indian audiences

    GoQuest Digital Studios presents ‘The Sound of Horsepower’ in association with global motorsports brand Motul, a one-stop motorsports content destination for Indian audiences

    MUMBAI: Shiny race track, burning tyres, the best automobiles and edgy racing action, if this is what sets your heart racing then you have a brand new channel ‘The Sound of Horsepower’ delivering the perfect content for you. The voice of the channel is primarily devoted to showcasing motorsports themed content.

    To give the audiences a taste of what is to be expected, GoQuest Digital Studios, in association with Motul and Throttle97, developed a show featuring 14 passionate drivers, who raced their mean machines at the majestic Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida to notch up the best lap record. The sleek supercars, their passionate owners and the anticipation of seeing these beasts being pushed to the limits kept the circuit abuzz with excitement, giving ‘The Sound of Horsepower’ a perfect flag-off. Throttle97 is a private club of more than 100 sportscars owners who love to test their cars on different road surfaces across the country.

    Commenting on the channel, Mr. Preetam Goswami, Marketing Head, Motul India said, “The Sound of Horsepower is the ideal platform to develop sizeable viewership on motorsports in India. It promises to bring the best of action from the world of racing through shows with high quality production, an exciting narrative and incorporating other elements that appeal to the new Indian sensibilities. Moreover, it is also the perfect way to launch brand Motul in India, by associating with a platform devoted to showcasing the best from the world of automobiles. “

    About the event at the Buddh International Circuit, Preetam further added, “Witnessing these supercars move away from the drudgery of Delhi-NCR traffic to truly express them on the BIC was a breathtaking experience. Additionally, the quality, applicability and promise of Motul’s products for a superior performance were on full display as the cars in the competition used them.  Kudos to the GoQuest Digital Studios team for capturing every bit of the on-track action and expressing it through the show! As it continues to develop more such content, we are certain that ‘The Sound of Horsepower’ will contribute immensely to develop and nurture the cult of motorsports enthusiasts in India.”

    Darshan Bhatt, Director and Business Head, GQDS explained the grand vision behind ‘The Sound of Horsepower’. He said, “With an iconic brand such as Motul on board and making its foray into the Indian market, we thought it was the right time to build on our experience with developing motorsports content to start a range of shows that will provide the ultimate high to motorsports fans in the country. The 14-supercar event at the BIC marks just the beginning of this vision. Our vision is to make ‘The Sound of Horsepower’ a brand synonymous with content to show how motorsports & sports can deeply influence societies around the world. Currently, the aim is to make the obsession with racing reach a fever pitch in India through high quality dedicated content.”

    As the action at the BIC intensified, so did the intensity with which the supercar owners pushed their beasts. At the end, the Porsche 911 Turbo S driven by Siddhart Desai of Mumbai (Throttle97 Club) clocked the 6th fastest lap record ever at BIC! The contest has set the tone for things to come, establishing ‘The Sound of Horsepower’ as India’s premier destination for the best motorsports content.

  • Broadcasting rights are the fuel for any sport to grow” Matthew Kurlanzik

    Broadcasting rights are the fuel for any sport to grow” Matthew Kurlanzik

    MUMBAI: Day 3 of the 20th edition of FICCI FRAMES started with an interesting session on Sports. Titled ‘Sportsonomics: Driving Indian Sports Forward, On And Off The Field’, the session saw coming together of sportspersons, regulators, administrators and industry leaders to analyze business models and policies that will launch next decade of growth for Indian sports.

    Moderated by Indian Sports Journalist Ms. Mayanti Langer, the panelists included Mr. Atul Pandey, Chairman, Sports Live Entertainment , Mr. John Medeiros, Chief Policy Officer, AVIA, Mr. Chintamani Rao, Renowned media expert, Mr. Vinit Karnik, Business Head – Entertainment, Sports & Live Events, GroupM, Mr. Nitin Kukreja, Chief Executive Officer, IQuest Enterprises Private. Limited and Mr.Matthew Kurlanzik , Director, Government Relations, Asia, 21St Century Fox.

    With Khelo India, sports is being promoted as an important tool not only for physical growth but also for mental strength. The panelists spoke about the importance of creating sports environment on ground level to make India more prominent on international platforms.

    While Mr. Atul Pandey spoke about challenges from policy makers perspective, he also mentioned how the opportunities in our country are very high.

    Speaking about popularity of Indian Sports outside India Mr. John Medeiros said, “I live in Honk Kong, the cultural sphere is much different but and now I see a lot more Indian sports in our media there then say ten years before. There is a dynamism in India which is flowing out into the rest of the world.”

    “The IPL league has created a momentum around sports economic in India and that’s been pretty much driven by private players. The responsibility is not only of the broadcasters but we need to create a holistic environment around sports”. Mr. Nitin Kukreja.

    Speaking about taking sports to international platforms, he further added, “We have seen mushrooming of leagues and exposures but at international level sports is a competition. Our medal tally at international level has come down.  We need to take measures to correct and take Indian sports forward at an international level because the recognition, fan attention and money comes from there.”

    Mr.Matthew Kurlanzik spoke about how abroad the sports competitions at school and university levels are being broadcast. “It doesn’t only give you a player that has already garnered fan following but also helps creating an environment around that sport.”

    “Broadcasting rights are the fuel for any sport to grow.” He added.

    “We need to have many more leagues at school level, international coaches come here to coach our students, we need to nurture talent, give him or her right competition exposure, we need to have more international teams come here and play and we need to have that comprehensive piece from sporting side and from marketing point of view. “ concluded Mr. Nitin Kukreja. 

  • TLC ties-up with Lotus Makeup to bring special programming ‘Lotus Make up Style Sutras’

    TLC ties-up with Lotus Makeup to bring special programming ‘Lotus Make up Style Sutras’

    MUMBAI: TLC, India’s go to lifestyle channel, has tied-up with Lotus Makeup, a leading brand in natural cosmetics category, to produce special programming series titled ‘Lotus Make up Style Sutras’’. As a part of the same, TLC will create multiple short form style chapters, each focussing on a specific aspect of the paring of Lotus Makeup with India Fashion Week. 

    “We are delighted to partner with Lotus Makeup to highlight emerging trends with specially curated programming produced to attract attention of keen and discerning consumers of fashion and makeup across the country,” said, Vikram Tanna, Head of Advertising Sales and Business Head of Regional Clusters, Discovery Communications India. “We will continue to innovate and create interesting ways of delivering value to our partners.”

    Nitin Passi, Joint Managing Director, Lotus Herbals Pvt Ltd, said, “‘Lotus Make up Style Sutras is an innovative and impactful way of presenting the effervescent pairing of Lotus Makeup with creations of varied designers at the India Fashion Week. We will explore the latest makeup trends, bridal styles for 2019, talented young turks be it models, designers, stylists etc, and Bollywood glamour on the ramp as a part of this series.”

  • DOME@NSCI hosts an action-packed Matrix Fight Night for India’s Top MMA Fighters

    DOME@NSCI hosts an action-packed Matrix Fight Night for India’s Top MMA Fighters

    Mumbai – DOME@NSCI, India’s premier entertainment and leisure destination, hosted Matrix Fight Night that witnessed India’s Best MMA Fighters prove their mettle on 12th March 2019. The event was hosted by Bollywood’s new-gen action superstar Tiger Shroff and his sister Krishna Shroff. Matrix Fight Night was the perfect amount of action, star power and adrenaline that is expected from a thrilling tournament such as this.

    14 of the best fighters competed in a series of fights to showcase their physical prowess and be titled the best of the best. Sanctioned by AIMMAA [All India Mixed Martial Arts Association], the fights were hosted at DOME@NSCI and also had officials from the association come in as referees.

    Speaking on the success of the tournament, Mazhar Nadiadwala, MD, Dome Entertainment Pvt Ltd said, “Matrix Fight Night is a very unique tournament which needed a space as unique and thrilling as the event itself. DOME@NSCI was the perfect fit for the event. We were excited to be able to create a platform for these professional MMA fighters to unleash their techniques. The event was packed with excitement till the very last jab and kick. It was extremely thrilling to be present in the midst of the venue. The presence of someone as charming as Tiger at the event only provided more motivation to the participants and the crowd alike.”

    “Our team spent weeks making sure that the event would set up to create a buzz-worthy tournament. We welcomed the challenge of catering to the diverse needs that an arena like this required. It is truly great to witness it come to life with so much success. We hope to be associated with them and host the tournament again next year,” he added.

    Alan Fernandes, Director of operations, Matrix Fight Night said, “We were extremely excited to organise Mumbai’s first Fight Night. With the stature that DOME@NSCI holds and their immense understanding of the needs of different sporting events, they were a perfect choice for us for the venue. They were truly very well coordinated and the event’s success exceeded our expectations. It was exactly what we envisioned and more.”

    With the support of AIMMAA, the star presence of Tiger and Krishna and the competent team at DOME@NSCI, the event had a footfall of over 3000 people rallying to support the brilliant MMA fighters that were part of the competition and was a great success. 

  • Need to focus on self-regulation and less regulation: Amit Khare, Secretary, I&B at FICCI FRAMES 2019

    Need to focus on self-regulation and less regulation: Amit Khare, Secretary, I&B at FICCI FRAMES 2019

    MUMBAI: The 20th edition of three-day global convention covering the entire gamut of media and entertainment industry, FICCI Frames 2019, saw its inauguration today at Grand Hyatt in Mumbai.

    Mr. Amit Khare, Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, delivered the keynote address.

    “One should encourage co-production so that content could be greatly enhanced, joining more countries, that will lead to better viewership.” Said Amit Khare.

    “We have taken an initiative of having a national broadcast policy. One should consider self-regulation and less regulation if we want the system to grow.” He added talking about the regulations in Media and Entertainment industry.

    While Mr. Uday Shankar, Vice President, FICCI took to stage for opening remarks, where he mentioned how the media and entertainment industry and FICCI FRAMES is growing by leaps and bounds. “India is one of the most exciting markets for the Media & Entertainment industry. The great Indian media story has just begun,” he said.

    Mr. Ronnie Screwvala in his ‘Media Mastermind Keynote: An Indian Entrepreneur’s Journey’ said he had seen the industry and FICCI FRAMES for so many years and was happy to note that business people were at the centre stage of the conclave.

    “The companies of tomorrow need to be more consumer companies and not just media companies. The Media and Entertainment sector cannot just function with passion, we also need leaders, founders and entrepreneurship,” said Mr. Screwvala talking about how the media and entertainment industry needs to focus on consumers.

    “Learning is story-telling,” Mr. Screwvala concluded.

    The other speakers in the opening session were Mr. Charles H. Rivkin, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Motion Picture Association of America and Mr. Gary Knell, Chief Executive Officer, National Geographic Partners. 

    FICCI-EY 2019 report on Media and Entertainment was also unveiled along with the law book of Cyril Amarchand Mangalda,s and Odisha Film Policy by Dr. Nitin Bhanudas Jawale, Managing Director Odisha Film Development Corporation.

    Apart from the 2nd edition of content market, an initiative to bring together content creators and content buyers from across the globe, another new initiative call 'Frame Your Idea' has been set up this year to help promote script writers in the industry. While the fraternity has been talking about the importance of stories and scripts writers within the industry, FICCI FRAMES will provide a platform as an opportunity for writers to pitch their content to various renowned production houses like Aamir Khan Productions, Balaji Telefilms, Dharma Productions, Disney Studios, Eros Now, RSVP, Kabir Khan Films, SPE Films India Pvt Ltd., Viacom18 Motion Pictures and Fox Star Studios to name a few.

    The pitching sections will be divided into Films, Television, Web shows and short films to make it smoother for the writers to book appointments and to pitch their stories to interested production houses for fruitful associations.

  • COLORS Tamil announces the launch of Singing Stars, ropes in celebrated Music Director Santhosh Narayanan as judge

    COLORS Tamil announces the launch of Singing Stars, ropes in celebrated Music Director Santhosh Narayanan as judge

    MUMBAI: In continuation to establishing the beginning of a new era of content for the Tamil speaking audience, COLORS Tamil is all set to celebrate its first anniversary milestone with the launch of an innovative singing reality show, called ‘Singing Stars’. A show that focuses on the ‘strength of a relationship’, will feature unique duos come together and give enthralling performances in unison. The show is set to premiere on 16th March, Singing Stars will air every Saturday and Sunday at 8:00 PM only on COLORS Tamil.

    Singing Stars is a unique music reality show that is set to take the Tamil television space by storm with never-before seen format, curated to spruce up the primetime entertainment content and cater to the evolving tastes of audience. The disruptive format entails contestants rendering musical numbers and competing on the grand stage in pairs.  The duo will be adjudged by an eminent panel of judges basis their rendering of musical compositions, style of singing and the harmony between duo.

    “Within the inaugural year, COLORS Tamil has built a strong bond with our viewers. Over the course of the last one year we have provided variety, quality and immersive programming that managed to strike a chord with the viewers,” said Mr. Anup Chandrasekharan, Business Head of COLORS Tamil. “Singing Stars is yet another unique reality show that not only presents one’s singing talent but also conveys the positive aspect of the relationship of the duo. The viewers will experience the significance of high level of emotion, energy, synergy and support through this show.” He added.

    Helmed by a star-studded panel of judges, the show will also mark music director, Santhosh Narayan’s foray into the Tamil television space as a judge along with celebrated Singers Shakthisree Gopalan and Singer Ananthu on the panel.

    Commenting on the show launch, Music Director Santhosh Narayanan said, “I am delighted to be joining hands with COLORS Tamil for a path breaking show like Singing Stars and this is an exciting way to mark my debut in the TV space. Music helps many to channelize energy into creating beautiful things and push boundaries. COLORS Tamil has showcased the same through creating an innovative show like Singing Stars and this is set to pave way for a sea change not only in the television space, but music industry as a whole. The kind of talent we have unearthed in this journey is astounding and the affinity showcased by each pair during their performance is simply soulful.”

    Adding to this, celebrated singer Shakthisree Gopalan said, “The onset of our journey with Singing Stars has indeed been a refreshing experience. We traveled the length and breadth of the state in search of these hidden gems. The extent to which they sing in harmony is amazing. Singing Stars will give music reality show a new face and is sure to entertain the audience. I am excited and pumped up for an enticing musical journey with Singing Stars.”

    Popular play back singer Ananthu added to this by saying, “I am very happy to be part of COLORS Tamil’s latest offering to the viewers. Singing Stars is a format that will transform music reality space and bring to limelight some remarkable talents. I have been waiting for a show that will challenge young singers so that they achieve their true potential. Singing Stars with its innovative format will definitely provide a platform for aspiring singers to achieve their dreams.”

    The journey of Singing Stars to unearth the hidden gems of Tamil Nadu began earlier this year and 14 pairs were handpicked by a team of qualified professionals from across age categories ranging between 08 to 60 The show is set to be spread across 12 weeks and telecast over the primetime slot of 8:00 PM to 09:30 PM. Catch this unique and scintillating show only on COLORS Tamil starting this 16th March 2019. The channel is available in all leading cable networks and on all DTH platforms – Sun Direct (CH NO 128), Tata Sky (CHN NO 1555), Airtel (CHN NO 763), Dish TV (CHN NO 1808) and Videocon D2H (CHN NO 553).

  • Whirlpool India wins 2 prestigious iF Awards 2019 For Design Excellence

    Whirlpool India wins 2 prestigious iF Awards 2019 For Design Excellence

    MUMBAI: Two products from Whirlpool India have been honored with coveted iF Labels at the iF DESIGN AWARD 2019, one of the world’s foremost design competitions. The newly launched – Bloomwash Pro and Ace XL bring to life truly effective user-friendly design along with a bold new aesthetic to modern kitchens. The Whirlpool brand also won an award in its premium Global Range – W Series that was recently launched in India for its 4-Door Refrigerator.

    Over its 66-year history, the iF DESIGN AWARD has become one of the world’s most prestigious design competitions and is recognized as an arbiter of quality for exceptional design. Judged by an international panel of design experts and awarded annually, the prized iF Labels are presented to products that are considered outstanding in their field. This year Whirlpool brands were evaluated within a highly competitive field that included over 6,400 entries from 50 countries.

    “At Whirlpool we continuously strive towards understanding our consumer’s needs and offer products that are a perfect blend of design, technology and innovation. One that not just delights with its performance, but is also reflective of the contemporary lifestyle” – said Sunil D’Souza, Managing Director, Whirlpool India. ‘’We are happy to have received iF DESIGN AWARDS for recognizing our product innovations at Whirlpool. And it only strengthens our commitment to continue to listen to the consumer’s voice to keep offering products that are both meaningful in purpose and demonstrate exceptional designs.”

    Bloomwash Pro Fully Automatic Washing Machine (Whirlpool India)

    The Bloomwash Pro is a perfect blend of form and function. Its exceptional design can be experienced in every detail – from its elegant edge to edge black glass top that gives an infinity view without any breaks to the high quality chrome bar that evokes a sense of exclusivity. Add to that it’s compact form factor that makes it ideal for smaller spaces in the urban living. Beneath the ultra-modern looks the machine comes with a steel impeller and triple nozzle spray that offers class-leading performance. With interiors that showcase meticulous craftsmanship, it also offers resource-saving features to ensure a superior wash experience.

    ACE XL Semi-Automatic Washing Machine (Whirlpool India)

    The Ace XL is a culmination of progressive aesthetics and unique craftsmanship that showcases a Hi-tech, premium and robust looking product. Part of a new generation of appliances featuring Whirlpool’s futuristic design language, the new ACE XL offers aesthetically-appealing gentle curved surfaces, rounded corners, clearer interfaces and easy-to-understand icons make day-to-day interaction a wonderful experience.

    Whirlpool W Series 4 Door Refrigerator (Whirlpool Brand – Global Range)

    Mirroring contemporary home design trends this Advanced 4-Door Refrigerator with polished aluminium blade and elegant full-width black interface seamlessly complements any living space, while offering a more intuitive user experience. A design marvel, the doors open to a panoramic view of the interiors the slowly gets illuminated by a large LED panel with Gradual Lighting technology. Powered with Whirlpool’s 6th Sense Technology and a Convertible Freezer, it ensures precision cooling for optimised food preservation and customisable storage options.

  • Dentsu Aegis Network’s Vivek Bhargava adds one more feather to his cap!

    Dentsu Aegis Network’s Vivek Bhargava adds one more feather to his cap!

    Mumbai, 13 March 2019:Vivek Bhargava, CEO, Dentsu Aegis Network (DAN) Performance Group, has had a fantastic start to the year 2019 with his team Flying Falcon winning the top spot in the Mumbai Games.

    The tournament, presented by SportzConsult that aims to bring together the people of Mumbai to give them a chance to play, is touted to be the world’s first city level franchise-based, multi-aged sports extravaganza.

    Flying Falcon, co-owned by Vivek Bhargava and Rohan Timblo, CEO at PitchVision, secured the top position in the Elite Cup of Mumbai Games after beating 7 teams. The Elite group comprised the top 200 players in Maharashtra,which were bought by the different franchises at the Elite Player Auction. The Elite division had both male and female players in the sports of basketball, football, TT, tennis, carrom, badminton and chess. 

    Commenting on the win, Vivek Bhargava, CEO, DAN Performance Group and co-owner of Flying Falcon said, “I believe that one needs to follow his or her passion – be it work, personal or both. I run a successful business but that has never stopped me from realising and living my other passions. Such events help people – like me too, to participate and live the dream. Hope to see many more wins with my brilliant team. We at Flying Falcons are proud to win the inaugural Elite Championship.”