Category: Press Release

Imran reveals the reason behind the failure of GORI TERE PYAAR MEIN

MUMBAI: On one hand where actors can’t stop signing the praise of their work, Imran has unleashed Pandora’s Box. Letting the cat out of the bag, Imran revealed the reasons behind the failure for his recent flick.

At a recent event, zoOm reported the actor’s few words said it all! Imran proclaimed that he would refrain from maligning his producers in front of the media. Imran also added that he is satisfied with his work and would prefer speaking to the team that worked on his last failure directly rather than slandering the producer and director.

Going a step forward! The star seems to have learnt a lesson from his back to back flops. It looks like the hero now would like to follow the footsteps of his uncle by promoting and creating a buzz around the film himself. Well with Imran attributing the failure of Once Upon A Time in Mumbai Dobara to Ekta’s Excessive promotions it’s clear the actor seems to have mastered the art of making excuses. Will the hunk succeed in resorting to the age old tricks by attempting to pass the buck for his decisions and failures to the filmmakers? For the latest and biggest stories from Bollywood, stay tuned to Planet Bollywood News every day at 7 pm only on zoOm – India’s No. 1 Bollywood Channel.

December 5, 2013
OH MY GOLD! is back with a new season on TLC

DELHI: TLC presents a new season of its successful series based on gold in India,OH MY GOLD! which will be hosted by model and actress Jennifer Kotwal. In the new season,Jennifer Kotwalsets off on a three city adventure to investigate the common obsession with gold in Delhi, Kolkata and Bengaluru. OH MY GOLD!will premiere on December 13 every night at 9PM on TLC.

In OH MY GOLD!, Jennifer Kotwal embarks on a jewellery escapade where she indulges in the most exquisite jewellery, gilded in gold and studded with precious gems. Besides the traditional, quintessentially region specific ornaments, Jennifer Kotwal also catches up with each city’s most celebrated jewellery experts who craft the most incredible pieces of the golden metal.

Rahul Johri, Senior VP and General Manager – South Asia and Head of Revenue, Pan-Regional Ad Sales and Southeast Asia, Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific,said, “TLC has consistently presented and invested in new genres such as travel, food, makeover and now jewellery. Based on the tremendous response of the viewers, TLC is delighted to bring the new season of the extremely popular series ‘OH MY GOLD!’This new season will take viewers on a glittering journeythat will celebrate the country’s eternal love for jewellery.”

Excited on the launch of her series on TLC, Jennifer Kotwal, said, “I have always been mesmerized by the beauty and sanctity of the precious metal. I am thrilled to be associated with TLC and hosting the new season on my choicest subject. Its only leaves me saying OH MY GOLD!

What all viewers can watch in OH MY GOLD!

Kolkata: Jennifer embraces the culture and heritage of Kolkata to unveil the glittering story of gold. She visits Kolkata’s renowned jewellery store, Senco Gold. Jennifer takes the viewers on an enlightening journey to showcase 7 decades of Bengal’s tryst with gold. Jennifer then meets Siddhartha Sawansukha, a connoisseur, an artist and a prolific visionary when it comes to jewellery.

Bengaluru: In this episode, Jennifer Kotwal embarks upon a glorious gold trail through the beautiful garden city of Bengaluru as she investigates if the intriguing blend of modernity and tradition that sets this metropolis apart, is also reflected in the city’s most desired jewellery.

Delhi: Jennifer Kotwal immerses herself deep into the city’s flamboyant love for ‘all that glitters’. The nation’s capital, with all it’s grandiosity showcases extreme indulgences, of the sparkling kind. Jennifer gets to learn more about the glory and abundance that ancient Delhi and its rulers were steeped in and as she indulges in stunning re-creations of ‘antique style’ jewellery. The jewellery of Delhi captures a bit of history, while blending with the style trends of the present day.

December 5, 2013
ABP News-Nielsen exit poll for Rajasthan & Chattisgarh

MUMBAI: BJP likely to win 110 seats in Rajasthan; ruling Congress to slide to 73: ABP News-Nielsen exit poll.

BJP is projected to win 110 seats of the total 200 in Rajasthan assembly polls, as per the exit poll conducted by ABP News-Nielsen. While the ruling Congress would manage 73 seats, it has projected. The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) would get only one seat, and the other parties 16 seats.

According to the exit poll, BJP is projected to get a vote share of 38 per cent with 110 seats. Congress likely to get a vote share of 34 per cent with 34 seats. In 2008, the Congress had won 96 seats, the BJP 78, BSP six and others 20 seats.

The exit poll was conducted by ABP News-Nielsen on 2nd and 3rd of December, 2013 with 22755 respondents. The confidence interval (margin of error) assumed for vote share prediction lies in the ranges of ±5%.

ABP News-Nielsen Exit Poll -Chhattisgarh
Hung assembly likely in Chhattisgarh, neck-to-neck fight between BJP and Congress: ABP News-Nielsen exit poll

Chhattisgarh would see a hung assembly, according to the ABP News-Nielsen exit poll projections of the assembly elections. There is a close battle between BJP and Congress. The ruling BJP is likely to be short of simple majority. The BJP is projected to win 43 of the total 90 seats. The Congress is likely to win 42 seats.

As per the exit poll, BJP likely to get a vote share of 41 per cent with Congress following a close 40 per cent. In 2008, the BJP had won 49 seats, Congress 39 seats, and others two seats.
There are about 15 seats which are being won by a narrow margin of 2%. At least 5 out of these 15 seats could impact the final outcome. As per the poll there could be two scenarios:

1. If the 5 seats go in favour of BJP: The ruling party might get around 48 seats, Congress 38 and others 4.

2. If the 5 seats go in favour of Congress: BJP likely to get 40 seats and Congress 46 seats.
The exit poll was conducted by ABP News-Nielsen on 12th November for Phase 1 and 20th – 21st November, 2013 for Phase 2 of voting with 11012 respondents. The confidence interval (margin of error) assumed for vote share prediction lies in the ranges of ±5%.

December 5, 2013
‘Madras Caf’ releasing on Eros Now

MUMBAI: Bringing super-hit movies closer to their audience, Eros Now has released yet another blockbuster – John Abraham starrer Madras Café – which is now available exclusively on the online platform.

The movie which won tremendous critical acclaim, features John Abraham playing a Government spy who tries to crack the conspiracy of the plot to assassinate the prime minister. Other John Abraham movies available on Eros Now are Shootout at Wadala, Housefull 2 and DesiBoyz for FREE.

Speaking about the online release John Abraham said, “I’m extremely excited to reach out to our online audience with the film…I look forward to the reactions and hope Madras Cafe does all that its set out to.”

Users can watch movies, music videos and listen to audio tracks for FREE just by signing up to the service. Eros Now also offers a premium pack for a low monthly subscription of Rs. 249 in India and $7.99 overseas which gives unlimited access to moviesin high def, with subtitles. Further details are available at http://erosnow.com/#!/products/subscription?ea=home_free.
Other Bollywood blockbusters available for FREE on Eros Now’s platform include Rockstar, Teri MeriKahaani, EkThiDaayan, Ferrari Ki Sawaari, AnjaanaAnjaaniand many more…
Eros Now has added 15 minutes preview of Madras Caféwhich can be viewed here- http://erosnow.com/#!/movie/watch/1005278/madras-cafe/6122854/madras-cafe?ap=1

December 5, 2013
ABP News- Nielsen exit poll for Delhi and Madhya Pradesh

BJP likely to get majority with 37 seats in Delhi Assembly polls: ABP News-Nielsen exit poll.
Party
Actual vote % in the 2008 assembly elections
Actual seats in the 2008 assembly elections
Vote Share% as per the Opinion poll in Nov ’13
Seats as per the Exit poll in Nov ’13
INC
40.46
41
29
16
BJP
36.76
24
33
37
AAP

28
15
IND & Others
22.78
5
10
2
Total
100
70
100
70
In the ABP News-Neilson Exit Poll for the 2013 Delhi Assembly elections, polling for which ended today, BJP set to win with full majority with 37 seats and a vote share of 33 per cent in the 70-member house. As per the exit poll, Congress likely to get 16 seats with 29 per cent vote share; Arvind Kejriwal-led AAP likely to get 15 seats with a vote share of 28 per cent.
The poll shows BJP getting a clear majority with 37 seats. In the 2008 Assembly polls, BJP had managed 24 seats. BJP got a vote share of 36.76 per cent in the 2008 polls as compared to the 33 per cent this year. Kejriwal’s AAP appears to have dented the vote share of Congress which got 41 seats in 2008 with a vote share of 40.46 per cent as compared to 29 per cent in 2013.

As per the ABP News-Nielsen exit poll, three-time chief minister Sheila Dikshit might lose as Kejriwal’s AAP likely to bag all three seats in Central Delhi.
According to the ABP News-Nielsen exit poll, BJP likely to sweep around 14 seats in the 18-seat zone of North Delhi. Congress and AAP to get two seats each.
Congress likely to get 3 seats in the 4-seat zone of Old Delhi. As per the poll, there might be a tie between Congress and BJP with 6 seats each in the16-seat zone of East Delhi.
BJP likely to lead with 8 seats in the 12-seat zone of South Delhi; AAP to get 2 seats. In the 17-seat zone of West Delhi, BJP likely to get 8 seats, Congress and AAP to get 4 seats each.
The ABP News-Neilson Exit poll was conducted across 50 Assembly constituencies and 12033 respondents were interviewed.
The confidence interval (margin of error) assumed for vote share prediction lies in the ranges of ±5%.

ABP News-Nielsen Exit Poll
BJP likely to make a hat-trick with 138 seats in Madhya Pradesh: ABP News-Nielsen Exit Polls
In the ABP News-Neilson Exit Poll for the 2013 Madhya Pradesh Assembly elections, polling for which ended today, BJP set to make a hat-trick with 138 seats and a vote share of 39 per cent in Madhya Pradesh.

Party
Actual vote % in the 2008 assembly elections
Actual seats in the 2008 assembly elections
Vote Share% as per the Exit/post poll in Nov ’13
Seats as per the Exit/post poll in Nov ’13
INC
32.1
66
33
80
BJP
37.9
148
39
138
BSP
9.1
7
9
6
BJSH
4.9
5

IND + Others
16.1
4
19
6
Total
100
230
100
230

As per the ABP News-Nielsen exit poll, Congress is likely to get 80 seats with a vote share of 33 per cent in the 230-member house. BSP to get around 6 seats with a vote share of 9 per cent. Others to get a vote share of 19 per cent with 6 seats in the 230-member house.
BJP got 148 seats and a vote share of 37.9 per cent in the 2008 assembly polls in Madhya Pradesh. INC got 66 seats with a vote share of 32.1 per cent in 2008.
The ABP News-Neilson Exit poll was conducted across 115 Assembly constituencies and 26808 respondents were interviewed.
The confidence interval (margin of error) assumed for vote share prediction lies in the ranges of ±5%.
Kaun Banega Mukhyamantri is one of the most popular properties of ABP News which goes live around State assembly elections. Successive Brand Equity tracks have shown that KBM has the highest recall among all election related programming across all News channels. The programme provides viewers with holistic information about the state elections- including Opinion Polls and Exit Polls.
The programme also features popular on-ground debates – Kahiye Netaji – featuring top political personalities.

December 4, 2013
Leading kids channel POGO, inspires Delhi kids to join Bheems Green Team

DELHI: As tradition, POGO, India’s leading kid’s channel, pulled out all the stops to ensure its annual on-ground event was an engaging, entertaining, insightful and star studded extravaganza! POGO’s Bheem’s Green Team powered by Thomas & Friends, engaged Delhi children across 2 days. The event was designed to engage kids in learning fun ways to help protect the environment through various games, workshops and performances by superhero Chhota Bheem and his friends Chutki & Kalia.

Organized by POGO, Bheem’s Green Team initiative powered by Thomas & Friends is the first of its kind “Go Green” event themed around kids’ favorite superhero, Chhota Bheem. The event undertaken at a Mall in South Delhi on November 30 and December 01, 2013 saw participation from over 5000 kids and their parents.

The event that was anchored by Ex-Miss India Rochelle Maria Rao and saw the presence of Model and Actor – Mugdha Godse and Ex-Miss India Hasleen Kaur, dignitaries from the Cycling Federation of India to support Bheem’s Green Team.

The highlight of the event was the entertaining performance by kid’s favourite superhero Chhota Bheem and his friends Chutki and Kalia who were seen shaking their leg with the divas present there.

Mr. Krishna Desai, Senior Director & Network Head – Kids, Turner International India Pvt. Ltd. said, “Every year, POGO aims to create an on-ground event that not only entertains kids but also inspires some good habits in them. This year, kids can sign up to be a part of Bheem’s Green Team and protect their environment while being creative and having fun.”

December 4, 2013
News Nation: Aap ka Vote Aapki Huqumat-the post poll picture !!

MUMBAI: With the curtains drawn on polling on 4 December 2013 ,a pertinent question arises as to who will win the semi-final of general election? Which party will get majority and what are the dominating issues prevalent in the five election states. News Nation will unfold the emerging political scenario and equations with multidisciplinary research organization C-Fore which will further reflect the larger picture of the Lok Sabha elections. This would be one the most reliable post poll survey of the country as all the conclusions would be based on statistical analysis of the responses drawn from different constituencies of the states.

In the five hour long marathon show today 5:00 pm onwards ‘Aap Ka vote Aap ki Huqumat”, News Nation will break down data region wise and will take opinions from experts, eminent and renowned journalists of the country. With the help of brilliantly designed graphics, News Nation will showcase the possible results of the counting day.

The show will culminate with a candid panel discussion on the likely winning & losing parties & candidates. In a simple yet powerful way News Nation will explain how your vote had made the difference.

December 4, 2013
Kolkata celebrates Jhiliks wedding beyond the show

MUMBAI: Maa is one of the oldest shows on Star Jalsha which has been running strong for the last 4 years. Telecast at 8pm every Monday to Saturday, it’s a clear and consistent slot leader and has huge amount of loyalty among its viewers. The show delineates the story of Jhilik, a girl who has been orphaned at a very young age. Over time Jhilik has become the most loved character on Bengali TV. Viewers have showered their love and affection on her as would on their own daughters. It is this love and loyalty that helps the show deliver robust viewership with a TSV in the range of 20-22 mins.

So, when the story reached the point where Jhilik is being married off, we decided to do something big and special. We wanted to celebrate Jhilik’s iconic status by taking the marriage celebrations from beyond the show, from reel to real. It was only fair that the whole of Kolkata witnessed and was a part of the wedding of its most favorite daughter.

What we did? We erected the first live hoarding with an ongoing Shehnai performance. The live hoarding was on display at the heart of the city of Kolkata from 15th to 18th of November 2013. We had 6 Shenhai artists performing in rotation atop a hoarding decorated in the fashion of a marriage hall. Apart from the wedding celebration theme that made use of drapes, 50 kgs of flowers and wedding motif designs, the live performance itself served as the buzz creator and became the talk of the town. The buzz it created was palpable with a huge word of mouth spread.

Sweets were distributed to mark the occasion, the crowd was excited about such a novel initiative and showed full support and enthusiasm. They sent lots of blessings for Jhilik and ensured they be part of the wedding, which was reflected in the instant hike in the show ratings.

December 4, 2013
E Lounge Unwind with Shahid & Sonakshi

MUMBAI: This week on CNN-IBN’s weekend entertainment show E Lounge Unwind, catch actors Shahid Kapoor and Sonakshi Sinha talk about their upcoming film ‘R… Rajkumar.’ On the show, Sonakshi talks about love and marriage, and also reveals how she used to be picked on for being overweight in school. Shahid opens up about his equation with his director Prabhudeva and matching steps with him. Join them as they share their movie experience and shake a leg ahead of their film’s release.

Don’t forget to tune in to this special episode of ‘E Lounge Unwind’ on Sat, Dec 7th @ 10:30 PM and repeat telecast on Sun, Dec 8th @ 1.30 PM & 7.30 PM, only on CNN-IBN.

December 4, 2013
CNN examines the legacy of indias brave heart in worlds untold stories: the fearless one

MUMBAI: It was a phone call that no parent wants to receive. But on the fateful night of December 16, 2012, the parents of a 23-year-old Indian medical student had the police on the line saying their child has been taken to the hospital. Little did they know that what lay ahead would not only change their life forever, but shake the conscience of an entire nation and effect a concrete change in its judicial system.

What started as an ordinary evening at the movies for this young girl, turned out to be an unimaginable night of horror as she was raped, brutally beaten and violated by a group of men in a bus and then left to die on the roadside. This month, CNN’s World’s Untold Stories: The Fearless One recounts this young student’s courageous struggle for life before succumbing to injuries that her attendant doctor described as the most “atrocious, unbelievable” he had seen in his career spanning four decades. The documentary examines how her suffering brought together a nation’s public to demand justice for a girl that they had never seen, whose very name was unknown to them*, and how her enduring legacy has left a lasting impact on India’s social fabric.

The depravity and inhumanity of the crime meant that the men gang raped and violated a girl with an iron rod while out for a “joyride” and showed no signs of remorse, being “very casual” and “cracking jokes” throughout their trial. CNN recounts the horrible chain of events of that night through extensive interviews with the girl’s parents, the police investigators and doctors. Viewers hear from the parents about the brave young girl who was the family’s “pillar of strength” and their hope for a better life and also from the investigating police officers about the arrogance of the rapists who “didn’t think they would get caught”. They will hear from the doctors about her incredible fighting spirit which prevailed despite her grievous internal injuries “unparalleled, unheard neither before nor after.”

The documentary also chronicles the nationwide protests which erupted to say that ‘enough was enough’ and that more needed to be done to protect women in India. The protestors braved tear gas and water cannons in Delhi’s bitter winter chill to demand justice. Their support provided the victim’s parents the courage to “put up a tough fight” and made them feel that “humanity still prevails on this earth.”

Finally, The Fearless One highlights the legacy that this brave girl created. This included a change in India’s law against sexual offences, as well as smaller but equally-significant change visible on-ground with the police officers reporting that people “have got emboldened” to report sexual crimes of all hues. It sheds light on the bereaved parents’ hope that their daughter’s fight will lead to more “positive changes in the future” keeping her “alive in one form or the other”.

*Indian law prohibits revealing the identity of a rape victim

December 3, 2013