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  • Ruminate over 2013 and envision the outlook of 2014 on ET NOW

    Ruminate over 2013 and envision the outlook of 2014 on ET NOW

    MUMBAI: ET NOW, India’s #1 Business News Channel, bids adieu to 2013 on a high note. Adjudged as the viewer’s choice channel in the business news genre, ET NOW comprehensively led the genre in 2013 with an indomitable 46% viewership share * and widened its lead in the last 1 month, with its viewership (12.61 Lakhs)** higher than CNBC TV 18, NDTV Profit and Bloomberg TV all put together .

    The channel ushers in the New Year celebrations with a host of special shows for its viewers. Go ahead and block your date and time for the exclusive line up of shows to explore the future of markets and economy and its impact on your finances.

    Date
    Time
    Show Name
    Show Highlights
    Dec 25, 2013
    10.30am, 1.30pm& 10.30pm
    Brand Equity
    ET NOW’s,one of the most popular show anchored by Sonali Krishna, reviews the top ten campaigns of 2013 with guest editor and renowned filmmaker, Imtiaz Ali.
    Dec 25, 2013
    2pm
    Crystal Gazing 2014
    A special panel of industry experts like V.S. Parthasarthy – CFO at M&M, top Corporate lawyer Zia Mody – AZB and investment banker Sunil Sanghai – Head of HSBC India, analyze the repercussions of norms established in the year 2013 on the M&A street.
    Dec 25, 2013
    12.30pm, 5.00pm,& 9.00pm
    2014: Polity at Crossroads
    Witness an insightful debate on how the power games of politics in 2014 will build the future of the nation
    Dec 28, 2013
     
    9.30am, & 12.30pm
     
    The Property Guide
     
    Explore areas  with growth potential and promising projects in the real estate arena on the special episode of The Property Guide with Faye D’Souza
    Dec 28, 2013
    &
    Dec 29, 2013
    10pm
     
    10.30am
    Investors Guide
    Value research online ’s CEO Dhirendra Kumar  identifies the funds to bet on for the year 2014 on the special episode of Investor’s Guide with anchor Faye D’Souuza
    Dec 30, 2013
    6.30pm
    Best of Global Mantra: Outlook 2014
    A special show where the biggest global fund managers, like Sean Taylor – Deutsche Asset Management, Nikhil Srinivasan – Generali, and Jim O’Neill former chairman Goldman Sachs AM give  their expert comments on how the global events could map out the progression of Indian markets in 2014
    Dec 31, 2013
     
    10pm
    Top 10 of 2013
    Watch the top 10 stories revolving around the world of business, politics and sports, which shaped the face of 2013 with Supriya Shrinate
    Jan 03, 2014
    6.30 pm
    Market and Macros with Vallabh Bhanshali
    Nikunj Dalmiya, anchor on ET NOW, plays host to the Dalal Street’s most revered deal maker and market commentator as he looks ahead at how macro-economic developments in 2014 will affect the  markets

    Tune into ET NOW this December to scan the highlights of the year gone by and chart out a profitable new year, starting December 25.

  • CNN-IBN bags Laadli media award third time in a row

    CNN-IBN bags Laadli media award third time in a row

    MUMBAI: CNN-IBN, India’s most-awarded news channel, has bagged the prestigious Laadli Media Award for Gender Sensitivity 2013 in the Best Reporting category. The ‘Trauma of the Two-Finger Test’, which highlights the agony of a rape victim while having to undergo this archaic test to determine sexual assult, is a part of the Citizen Journalist – Agenda For Change campaign. CNN-IBN’s Senior Correspondent Akansha Pradeep received the award at a grand function held at Chinmaya Mission Auditorium in New Delhi on December 20.

    The Laadli Media Awards for Gender Sensitivity, by Population First, acknowledges media’s efforts in promoting public awareness and understanding gender issues through gender-just perspectives, portrayals and analysis, policies, social trends, and behaviours.

    Rajdeep Sardesai, Editor-in-Chief, CNN-IBN, IBN7 & IBN Lokmat, said, “This award is another recognition of our efforts to ensure that a woman’s privacy and dignity cannot be violated. Unscientific and invasive practises such as TFT need to be discarded since these only prolong the trauma of the rape victim. The Laadli award further strengthens our resolve to continue to drive the agenda of change.”

  • Suzuki launches new TVC: Chulbul Pandey rides Hayate to Deccan

    Suzuki launches new TVC: Chulbul Pandey rides Hayate to Deccan

    New Delhi, July 15, 2013: Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Limited (SMIPL), a subsidiary of one of the world’s leading two-wheeler manufacturers Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, has launched a new ad campaign for its bestselling mass segment motorcycle – Suzuki Hayate. An extension to the 2012 campaign, Suzuki’s new TVC features Salman in his characteristic Dabangg persona of Chulbul Pandey, this time in a full blown South India avatar.

    The ad features Salman manoeuvring his Hayate on meandering streets set in a Deccan town from South India while recapturing the much acclaimed tagline – “Suzuki Hayate, yun hi nahi chalate!” Challenging Chulbul’s heroism is ‘Gundappa’, a character played by veteran actor from Telugu and Tamil cinemas, Kota Srinivasa Rao, who is known for his customary flair of blending comedy with villainy.

    And the package doesn’t end just yet. Accomplished cinematographer, V Manikandan marks his directorial debut with the Hayate TVC. As a Director of Photography, Manikandan has been a part of mega productions like Ra.One, Main Hoon Na, Om Shanti Om and Raavan.

    The ad has been overtly stylised and executed as a typical South Indian masala film. It has been ideated and executed by RK Swamy BBDO.

    Ms. Anu Anamika, National Head – Marketing, SMIPL says, “The first TVC with Salman was a thundering success. Salman’s Dabangg persona in the TVC helped extend Suzuki Hayate’s appeal across segments. Since Suzuki is a pan India brand, this time we thought of giving the campaign a different treatment with a South-Indian twist. We hope we are able to replicate the previous campaign’s success and expand our reach to customers.”

    Superstar Salman Khan says, “It’s nice to know Suzuki bikes are going places and Chulbul is always happy to go along for the ride. From Uttar, the action has moved to Dakshin and I hope the people in Purab and Paschim enjoy it as well.”

    Mr. Sunil Kukreti, Senior Partner, R.K. Swamy BBDO Pvt. Ltd. says, “The entire campaign is conceptualized keeping in mind the target audience which resides in rural and semi-urban peripheries. We wanted to play along this well-embedded imagery and create a unique blend of North and South. This new TVC gets even bigger and more entertaining.”

    The campaign will spread across all mediums including Television, Cinema, Radio, and Print.

    STORYBOARD

    While in the previous Hayate Ad, we witnessed Chulbul Pandey successfully arresting the fugitive Billa, this time around we will see Salman in his patent Dabanng character chase down Gundappa Kota Srinivasa and his gang to bring an end to the black marketing of film tickets.

    The TVC revolves around its novel tagline “Suzuki Hayate, yun hi nahi chalate”. The scene breaks with Gundappa and his gang selling cinema tickets in black market. Enter Salman Khan in his iconic Chulbul Pandey character riding his trusted Hayate. A constable points at Gundappa and the group selling the movie tickets in black. The scene breaks into an action packed chase and run sequence between Gundappa, his gang and Salman who is seen effortlessly riding the Hayate. The Dabanng Khan with his discerning, unmistaken wits and his credible Hayate as his comrade, is ultimately able to arrest Gundappa and cease his black market racket. The TVC ends with Salman reciting the tagline and urging the viewers to buy Hayate.

  • Laugh 2013 Off with Comedy Central India

    Laugh 2013 Off with Comedy Central India

    MUMBAI: Comedy Central India believes that the only memories one should have are those filled with uncontrollable laughter! So relive these memories with Comedy Central’s ‘Laugh 2013 Off’ starting Wednesday, December 25 to Tuesday, December 31, 2013 from 5:00pm – 10:00pm. This special week will see re-runs of the best shows that tickled everyone’s funny bone this year.

    2013 started with a bang as Comedy Central India aired Anger Management followed by Suits, both shows that became an instant hit in the comedy genre. It is only natural for the year to end with some of the best moments of both the shows. This year also saw famous American sitcoms such as ‘Whitney’, ‘Awkward’ and ‘Outsourced’ which entertained audiences with the antics of the protagonist of each show. These three shows have also been picked for the week and that makes it the Fantastic Five for Laugh 2013 Off! Harvey Spector’s antics, Charlie’s debacles, Whitney’s daily hilarity, Jenna’s humorous teenage struggles and Todd’s fun encounter the perfect laughter riot!

    So set your reminders for 5:00pm – 10:00 pm from Wednesday, December 25 – Tuesday, December 31, 2013 with Laugh 2013 Off only on Comedy Central!

  • Watch the exclusive Indian Television premiere of Tai Chi Zero on MOVIES NOW!

    Watch the exclusive Indian Television premiere of Tai Chi Zero on MOVIES NOW!

    MUMBAI: Kung Fu, Karate, Kick boxing, you have seen it all on MOVIES NOW and now be the first to witness Tai Chi! This December, the channel brings Hollywood fans the exclusive premiere of the biggest wildest and toughest shaolin movie-Tai Chi Zero!

    If the pace & speed of Karate awestruck you, Tai Chi will get your heart pumping like never before! If the immaculate strikes of Kung Fu defeated the bad guys, Tai Chi will shred them apart! With its frisky camerawork, eclectic scenario and playful stylization, the Chinese period action romp Tai Chi Zero is an impressive package. Catch this quick deadly art form on MOVIES NOW for the first time as it showcases on Indian Television.

    Lu Chan, passionate to learn the fighting style Tai Chi arrives at the legendary Chen Village but learns this form is taught only to the locals. Watch his action packed journey when he accepts their challenge to a series of fights! Will the villagers be successful in discouraging him from learning the form or will Lu Chan win them over? Sit tight to know his fate on the 28th of December at 9pm only on MOVIES NOW!

    Visually exuberant, the film was appreciated for its effects, set design and overall look. The hit went on to become the official selection for the Venice Film Festival 2012, Toronto Film Festival 2012, Busan Film Festival 2012 and won awards for the Best Action Choreography, Best Costume Design, Best Set Design and Best Visual Effects in the Hong Kong Film Awards 2012.
    Directed by Stephen Fung, the film became widely popular and known for its unique and revolutionary fighting style. Don’t miss this pulsating blockbuster exclusively on MOVIES NOW on the 28th of December at 9pm!

  • IBN7 wins big at Laadli Media Award

    IBN7 wins big at Laadli Media Award

    MUMBAI: IBN7, India’s channel of impact, has bagged two awards one in the Best Hindi Feature and the other in the Best Investigative News Feature category, at the prestigious Laadli Media Award for Gender Sensitivity 2013. IBN7 has once again proved its supremacy in terms of insightful and impactful reportage in the 24X7 Hindi news space by winning two awards in the Western and Northern region at the grand ceremony held on Friday, 20th December.

    IBN7’s Nishat Shamsi from Mumbai Bureau received the award in the Best Investigative News Feature category for his documentary ‘Yaha Lagti Hai Dulhan Ki Mandi’ which is an investigative report on the heinous practice of selling women like commodities in the Vedhu Samaj of Nanded District of Maharashtra, while Neetu Rana from Delhi received the award in the Best Feature (Hindi) category for documentary ‘Surrogate Maa’ which showcases surrogate mothers from Anand, a small town in Gujarat who come forward to talk about the pain of renting out their wombs.

    The Laadli Media Awards for Gender Sensitivity, by Population First, acknowledges the efforts of the media in promoting public awareness and understanding gender issues through gender-just perspectives, portrayals and analysis programmes, policies, social trends and behaviours.
    Ashutosh, Managing Editor, IBN7, said, “IBN7 has always been upfront in highlighting the social issues. The award has strengthened our belief and commitment towards fair journalism and motivated us to continue with highlighting such crucial issues.”

  • PVR introduces Privilege Card at Directors Cut at Vasant Kunj in New Delhi

    PVR introduces Privilege Card at Directors Cut at Vasant Kunj in New Delhi

    NEW DELHI: PVR Cinemas today announced the launch of the DC Privilege card, the first of its kind in house transaction platform and marketing scheme in the world of cinema entertainment at Director’s Cut (DC), its premium Cineplex brand, located at the Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi.

    Conceived by Ajay Bijli, Chairman and Managing Director, DC Privilege will offer a whole new level of movie watching experience and wealth of benefits to PVR Director’s Cut’s patrons in exclusivity, with the view toward expanding the format to the rest of the circuit at a later stage.

    Merging entertainment and hospitality into the ultimate movie going experience, Director’s Cut today brings the DC Privilege card. A reloadable store value card holding a monetary value ranging anywhere from Rs. 3,000 to a maximum of Rs. 50,000, the DC Privilege card will make purchasing movie tickets online or at the box office or settling in-auditorium food and beverage bill a swift and seamless transaction. “Key in your card account number at the PVR Director’s Cut website or swipe your card at Director’s Cut’s box office or in the comfort of your seat during a show, and you are done. You will no longer have to be waiting for change or credit card approval, a process sometimes inconvenienced by jittery data networks.”

    On the launch of Director’s Cut, Privilege cards, Mr. Renaud Palliere, CEO, International Development, PVR Ltd said, “We have always been on a spree to innovate and offer premium services to our movie lovers. The Privilege card will add the luxury of ease and convenience the unmatched cinema viewing experience at Director’s Cut coupled with exclusive privileges and perks available at like-minded retail brand partners like Diamond Tree, Johnson Watches, to name a few in the vicinity of the mall and beyond, including but not limited to Mistral.”

    Ms Cherry Sahni, Director, Chief Designer for Diamond Tree commented, ”We are delighted to be one of the founding retail partners of the PVR Director’s Cut Privilege Car

    d® initiative and extend exclusive privileges at our stores to Director’s Cut’s clientele”.
    Likewise, Mr. Anil Madan, Director of Johnson Watches Company added: “PVR Director’s Cut and Johnson Watches share similar values in terms of product excellence and customer service quality, and we believe this natural synergy will be accretive for Director’s Cut Privilege Card® and benefit its members.

  • Tiya Sircar lends her voice to Walking with Dinosaurs 3D

    Tiya Sircar lends her voice to Walking with Dinosaurs 3D

    MUMBAI: America-based Indian actor Tiya Sircar, who received rave reviews for her role in “The Internship,” will now lend her voice in the 3D film “Walking with Dinosaurs.”
    In the film Sircar plays Juniper, a pretty young Pachyrhinosaurus who lived 70 million years ago in the Cretaceous Period in what we now call Alaska.

    The film, a BBC Earth Films and Evergreen Studios Production presented by Twentieth Century Fox and Reliance Entertainment, opens nationwide 20 December and stars John Leguizamo, Justin Long and Karl Urban and is directed by Barry Cook.

    The daughter of college professors, Sircar became involved in the performing arts at the age of three.

    She began with dance (ballet, jazz, modern and South Asian folk and classical dance) and then became equally interested in acting and musical theater. She continued to study and perform in school and community productions before moving to Los Angeles to pursue a professional acting career in Hollywood.

    In “The Internship,” Sircar played Neha Patel, a “Twilight” fan fiction-obsessed college student possessing little-to-no actual experience in romance. Talking about her role in the film, Sircar told Glamaholic, “I’ve often played the head cheerleader or the bitchy, popular girl in school. I’ve never really played a “nerd” before. It was an eye-opening experience.”

    The 31-year-old Austin native said she’s rarely cast as her actual ethnicity. “I am Indian-American, but I often play ethnically ambiguous roles. I don’t often get Indian girl roles because I’m ‘not Indian enough.”

    Her films include “Friends with Benefits” and “17 Again” opposite Zach Efron. Her television credits include voice work on Disney’s “Phineas & Ferb” and onscreen appearances on “Betas,” “The Vampire Diaries,” “The Suite Life on Deck,” “Numb3rs,” “Hannah Montana” and “House M.D.”
    According to her IMDB profile, she will be next seen in “Laggies,” a dark comedy about a young woman, played by Keira Knightley, who is stuck in perpetual adolescence who comes up with a novel plan to avoid her boyfriend’s marriage proposal.

  • The bollywood roundtable 2013 The Actors

    The bollywood roundtable 2013 The Actors

    MUMBAI: CNN-IBN’s Bollywood Roundtable hosted by Rajeev Masand brings to you the best of Bollywood. From film-makers to actors and music composers to writers, the show offers a unique insight into the film industry and the challenges by it.

    This week, Rajeev Masand chats with four leading actors of 2013 who left the nation spellbound with their outstanding work. The show features: Irrfan Khan, who played a lonely accountant in ‘The Lunchbox’; Farhan Akhtar, who went through a marked physical transformation to portray ‘Flying Sikh’ Milkha Singh in ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’; Ranveer Singh, who played a madly passionate ‘Romeo’ in ‘Goliyon ki Rasleela: Ram Leela’; and Rajkummar Rao, who portrayed a practical-minded entrepreneur in ‘Kai Po Che’ and a fearless activist-lawyer in ‘Shahid.’

    Don’t forget to tune in to this special episode of ‘The Bollywood Roundtable’ on Thu, Dec 26th @ 10.00 PM with repeats on Sun, Dec 29th @ 06.00 PM, only on CNN-IBN.

  • Fareed Zakaria Takes Viewers to India for a Look at a Nation at a Crossroads

    Fareed Zakaria Takes Viewers to India for a Look at a Nation at a Crossroads

    MUMBAI: CNN’s and TIME’s Fareed Zakaria travels to and across India for an extraordinarily insightful look at the world’s largest democracy from the inside – its complexities, challenges, and achievements. The one-hour in-depth special report, India at a Crossroads – A Fareed Zakaria GPS Special will debut Sunday, Dec. 29 on CNN International at 5.30pm IST.

    While much of the world has experienced sluggish economic times in recent years, Zakaria reports India’s average economic growth (GDP) over the last decade has been robust – around seven percent. And, Zakaria points out, in 2014, India will exercise the “largest democratic process in human history” as hundreds of millions of Indians, using 800,000 voting booths and 1.3 million voting machines, will engage in the world’s largest democratic action by voting in the national elections.

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    Yet, in addition to having democracy in common with America, India’s governance is also experiencing a crisis of political dysfunction – and on a grand scale. Widespread corruption threatens some of its economic opportunity, and India’s social caste system and endemic disparities faced by women threaten to incite a home-grown Indian version of an ‘Arab Spring’.

    To give global viewers greater perspective into the opportunities and obstacles faced by the one-sixth of humanity that is India, Zakaria spoke with leaders in business, politics, Bollywood, and more. For insights on India’s multicultural, multi-class, multilingual, multi-religious society, Zakaria spoke with: the Deputy Chairman of India’s Planning Commission Montek Singh Ahluwalia; chairman and managing director of Reliance Industries Limited Mukesh Ambani, the wealthiest man in India; actress and human rights activist Shabana Azmi; former CEO for Procter & Gamble in India Gurcharan Das; politician and anti-corruption activist, Arvind Kerjriwal; actor and talk show host Aamir Khan; tech entrepreneur Nandan Nilekani; Member of Parliament from the Indian state of Odisha, Jay Panda; and chairman emeritus of India’s largest conglomerate, the Tata Group, Ratan Tata.

    More information about why India – and the success of India – is essential for the world may be found at www.cnn.com/gps. During the special broadcast, producers of the special will engage with viewers using the hashtag “#CrossroadsIndia” via Twitter.