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  • ‘Spymate’ to premiere this friday night at 9 on Star Movies

    ‘Spymate’ to premiere this friday night at 9 on Star Movies

    MUMBAI: When his partner decides to leave the secret agent business, chimpanzee spy Minkey is left to his own devices. Unsure of what to do with his time, Minkey joins the circus, where he quickly becomes a very popular attraction.

    After 10 years of lying low, Minkey is called on by his former partner, whose own daughter has been kidnapped. Together, will this unusual human-monkey secret-agent team be able to solve the case? Find out this Friday night, December 29th at 9 p.m. on the exclusive premiere of “Spymate” only on Star Movies!!!

    Minkey, a super-spy primate, and his partner Mike were the two best spies in the business. For years, they made every mission possible… But when Mike retired to raise his baby girl, Amelia, he never predicted that life would come full circle.

     

    Ten years later, Amelia — who has invented a revolutionary chemical drill — is kidnapped and whisked off to Japan by her hero, Dr. Farley, who is planning a highly dangerous experiment that could cause a massive earthquake and destroy the entire world. Mike and Minkey partner up one last time for their most important mission ever: saving Amelia — and the world — from the clutches of the evil Dr. Farley.

    So tune in to the exclusive premiere of Spymate, this Friday night, December 29th at 9 p.m. only on Star Movies.

  • White Feather Films to make five films this year

    Ace director Sanjay Gupta is all set to produce five films, a couple of which he would also direct with multi faceted talent from across the film industry. Announcing this at a media briefing held at The Club (Andheri-Mumbai) under the aegis of IIFA, Gupta presented the media an opportunity to speak to some of the actors and directors who will be working with in the coming year for his home banner White Feather Films.

     

    Most of the star cast will be in Dubai during the IIFA Weekend and Awards from June 14-16, 2006 to promote the films under the banner of White Feather Films.

     

    Present at the event were Samir Soni, Rohit Roy, Sudhanshu Pandey, Mansi Joshi. Also were seen Meghna Gulzar, Kiron Kher, Arbaaz Khan, Tushar Kapoor, Himesh Reshamiya, Anu Malik, Gul Panang, Shibani Kashyap and Samir Dattani.

  • Catch the stars of Chup Chup Ke break their silence only on Star Gold

    Catch the stars of Chup Chup Ke break their silence only on Star Gold

    Mumbai, June 07, 2006 : All the stars going “Shhh Shhh Shhh” in the promos of Chup Chup Ke will finally break their silence on 8th June at 8.00 PM only Star Gold’s Gold Preview. Star Gold has also purchased the rights for Chup Chup Ke and viewers can expect to watch the film on the channel in future.

    Produced by UTV and directed by Priyadarshan, Chup Chup Ke is a romantic comedy, set to release on June 2006 in cinemas across India on 9th June 2006.. The film stars Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor,, Paresh Rawal, Neha Dhupia, Suniel Shetty, Rajpal Yadav and Sushma Reddy..

    Star Gold’s Gold Preview is your only chance to get up, close and personal with the cast and crew of the film before its release.

    Rajpal Yadav will host the show, sharing his experience of working in Chup Chup Ke and all the behind the scenes scoop. “Of all the 60 –odd movies that I have done, other than Main Madhuri Dixit Banana Chahti Hu and Main, Meri Patni Aur Who, Chup Chup Ke has been the most satisfying film experience”, said Yadav. If this is not exciting enough, watch never – before – seen footage of the film on the show.

  • Vijay TV to telecast Spiderman

    Vijay TV to telecast Spiderman

    An ordinary boy bitten by a radioactive spider gets superhuman powers… “Spidey” can climb walls, walk on ceilings, has great reflexes and the spider sense for trouble. He vows to use his power for the good of mankind and wages his war against rampant crime in the city of New York. A great adaptation of the popular comic strip with thundering action sequences and amazing special effects!

     

    Starring Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, Willem Dafoe among others. Elements of action, comedy, drama and horror combined skillfully in this great flick!

    Did You Know?:

    – Spiderman was popularized by comic books, newspaper strips, TV series and full-length feature films.
    – Spiderman was first introduced in the comic Amazing Fantasy #15 (August 1962)
    – The movie ranks #6 in the All Time USA Box Office grossing over $400 million, Spiderman in India
    – The superhero saga earned Rs 67 million in it’s first four days of release in India
    – The movie was released in regional languages – Hindi, Tamil and Telugu – as well
    – Immense viewer recall in Tamilnadu.

     

    After Titanic and Jurasic Park, Spiderman is hitting the small screen Vijay TV for the first time in Tamil on 25 June 2006 at 11 am. Plenty of watch and win contests for the film through poster cards and SMS. The keyword of the sms contest is ACTION and send to 7827.

  • Vijay TV announces on-ground event ‘Iruvar’

    Vijay TV announces on-ground event ‘Iruvar’

    MUMBAI: Iruvar, Vijay TV’s latest offering in the event block, will present music industry veterans S P Balasubramaniam and Malaysia Vasudevan on one platforum.

    The event will be held on 28 April 2006 at 6:30 at YMCA Grounds, Royapettah, Chennai.

    The event will also present other popular playback singers Chitra and Madhu Balakrishnan.

    There will also be dance performances by the John Britto Dance Company.

  • Catch some more Shararat on Star Utsav

    Catch some more Shararat on Star Utsav

    Mumbai, May 8, 2006: Viewers just seem to love magic. Serials about miracles, magic wands, muggels and angels bewitch the TV audiences. Adding some more fun and a dash of magic this summer Star Utsav brings to you the magical serial Shararat – Thoda Jaadu Thodi Nazaakat from the 7th of May every Sunday at 8 pm.

    Starring the versatile Farida Jalal, the fun filled Shruti Seth and Mahesh Thakur, Shararat directed by Rajiv Mehra has won the hearts of all its viewers immaterial of their age. Being considered as one of the best children’s show on Star Plus, Shararat is now making its foray into Star Utsav.

    Set in modern times, it is about three women of the Malhotra household — Jeeya (Shruti Seth), her mother (Poonam Narula) and grandma (Farida Jalal) who are blessed with supernatural powers that would be handed down to each daughter in the generations to come.

    The story revolves around Jeeya who inherits these supernatural powers on her 18th birthday. The teenager not able to control her magical powers keeps putting the family in trouble. Such is the commotion that people are always curious about the goings-on in the house. One over-inquisitive neighbor (Shoma Anand) is sure there’s something untoward happening and keeps a constant — and hilarious — vigil.

    Says Ajay Vidyasagar, Executive Vice President Marketing & Communications “Utsav means festivity and with the launch of Shararat we intend to add more fun and entertainment to the children programming slot. It is our token of appreciation to our young viewers for their interest and enthusiasm and to let them know how much they matter to us”.

    It takes immense amount of time and sustainability for any tele serial to establish itself in the entertainment market and it was no different for Shararat. After getting good TRP’s on Star Plus Shararat is now all geared to entertain its audiences in the rural markets too.

    Catch Shararat on Star Utsav every Sunday at 8 pm.

  • Mega block buster ‘Hum Tum’ to be aired on Max

    Mega block buster ‘Hum Tum’ to be aired on Max

    Sunday, 07th May 2006 at 1: 00 pm, Only on MAX!

    Continuing with its promise of making Sundays bigger MAX is all set to treat its viewers by bringing them HUM TIUM to air on Sunday, 07th MAY 2006 at 1.00 pm.

    Karan Kapoor (Saif Ali Khan) works with one of India’s leading newspapers as a cartoonist. Hum Tum are his cartoon characters. Hum Tum because that’s how he sees the world divided. No countries, no religions, just two divisions – boys and girls. Karan met Rhea (Rani Mukerjee) for the first time in Amsterdam. They disagreed on everything. So to put things right, Karan innocently kissed her… to confirm their friendship. But things went worse with the unstable Rhea and the meeting ended on a bad note.

    It’s been 10 years since their first encounter and they meet again and become friends despite their differences. Rhea has gone through some personal tragedies in her life, lots of ups and downs but Karan has always been there for her. During this time, she has moved all over the place, from Mumbai to Paris to New York and back to Mumbai. But despite their mishaps, destiny has bigger plans for Karan and Rhea.

    For further information please contact:
    MAX
    Bhharati Kabre
    Email: bhartia@setindia.com

    Genesis Public Relations
    Princy Sebastian/ Preeti Hingorani
    Tel: 91-22-24911783/85
    Fax: 91-22- 24911788
    E-mail: psebastian@genesispr.com
    phingorani@genesispr.com

     
  • Star Movies to present ‘National Treasure’ on 5 May

    Star Movies to present ‘National Treasure’ on 5 May

    The clues are right in front of your eyes…
    Star Movies presents National Treasure
    Watch the exclusive premiere of “National Treasure” this Friday, May 5th at 9 p.m. only on Star Movies

    Mumbai, April 28, 2006… Where do you think the ultimate treasure is hidden? A treasure that’s been building for four thousand years. You name it… this bounty’s got it all… Gold from the Temple of Solomon… King Alaric II’s ransom of the great Athenians… The entire wealth of 5th century Rome… The Sword of Alexander the Great! Watch Nicholas Cage chase this priceless booty in the exclusive premiere of National Treasure on Friday, May 5th at 9 p.m. only on Star Movies.

    Since childhood, Benjamin Franklin Gates (Nicholas Cage) has known that he is descended from a long line of people whose job is to guard a treasure hidden by the Founding Fathers, who hid clues to its whereabouts in the country’s currency and on the back of the Declaration of Independence. Now, he has learned of a plot to steal the Declaration, and has only one option: steal it himself. Even if he pulls off this monumental task, keeping the treasure safe is still going to be incredibly hard, especially since the FBI has also gotten wind of the scheme. This treasure hunting adventure and conspiracy film, directed by Jon Turteltaub, grossed $347,451,894 at the worldwide box office.

    So tune in to this action-packed, adventure film on Friday night, May 5th at 9 p.m. with the exclusive premiere of National Treasure only on Star Movies.

     

    About Star
    STAR is a leading media and entertainment company in Asia. STAR broadcasts over 50 television services in nine languages to more than 300 million viewers across 53 Asian countries. STAR channels cover all genres including general entertainment (Star Plus, Xing Kong, Star Chinese Channel, Star One, Star Utsav, Star World, Vijay, Phoenix Chinese), sports (ESPN, Star Sports), movies (Star Chinese Movies, Star Gold, Star Movies), music (Channel [V]), and news and current affairs (Star News, Star Ananda, Phoenix InfoNews Channel). STAR controls over 20,000 hours of Indian and Chinese programming and also owns the world’s largest contemporary Chinese film library, with more than 600 titles, featuring superstars including Jackie Chan, Chow Yun Fat and Bruce Lee. In partnership with leading companies in Asia, STAR businesses extend to filmed entertainment, television production, cable systems, direct-to-home services, terrestrial TV broadcasting, wireless and digital services. STAR is a wholly owned subsidiary of News Corporation. www.startv.com

    For further information please contact:
    In Mumbai
    Zeenat Khan Shiraz Bhavnani / Aditi Chada
    Asst. Vice President – Publicity Vaishnavi Corporate Communications
    STAR (India) Ltd. Tel: 91-22-5656 8787
    Tel No. 91-22-56305555 Fax: 91-22-5656 8788
    Email:sbhavnani@vccpl.com / achada@vccpl.com

     
  • Star Gold to premiere “Jai Santoshi Maa” this May

    Star Gold to premiere “Jai Santoshi Maa” this May

    Mumbai, 6th April-2006…Pray, there is immeasurable power in it! The last week of May brings divine blessings in the form of the blockbuster-hit film “Jai Santoshi Maa” when it premieres on Star Gold. A Vijay Sharma film starring- Anita Guha, Ashish Kumar, Kanan Kaushal, Music composed by C. Arjun, lyrics by Pradeep, cinematography by Sudhendu Roy, story by R. Priyadarshini, produced by Bhagyalakshmi Chitra Mandir; Jai Santoshi Maa broke all records at the box office. IN terms of return on investment, Jai Santoshi Maa remains the biggest hit ever at the Indian box office. And it is currently in the news for two reasons: the first ever satellite premiere of the movie (on Star Gold), and the fact that it is being remade.

    There have been innumerable films, which have proved that films can have a big impact on society. But none of them can even come close to the monumental 1975 hit, ‘Jai Santoshi Maa’. The film almost brought to the limelight a new Goddess, leaving everlasting impression on the Indian masses.

    The music by C. Arjun was highly popular, especially the song, “Main to aarti utaaru re, Santoshi Mata ki”. The number became the nation’s new anthem and even today, it’s heard at all religious functions and ceremonies.

    The film depicts hardships, tough times and sufferings can be overcome by being tolerant, patient, enduring pain and lastly – worshipping Goddess – “Santoshi Maa”.

    And it can now be viewed by millions of Santoshi Maa bhakts, as well as everyone else, as it will be premiered on Star Gold this May.

    Jap, Tap, Vrat- the three simple ways to attain Nirvana:

    These are the simple rules of life in which Satyavati believed and followed religiously. Satyavati (Kanan Kaushal) –was a devoted wife and firm believer of “Santoshi Maa”. Her dedication was put to test; in many ways…But it was her immense faith in “Santoshi Maa” which helped her sail through high tide every time.

    “Santoshi Maa” puts her true devotees to test:

    “Santoshi Maa” has a unique way of bestowing blessings upon the deserving devotees: not until she has put them through an acid test.

    Some facts about the film-“Jai Santoshi Maa”

    Did you know????

    *Until this film’s release, Goddess Santoshi was not a very well known idol of worship. But this movie’s spectacular success made her a household name all over India. Housewives across the country began observing Fridays as the day of worship of Santoshi Maa.

    *The film had such a phenomenal effect on people’s minds that in most theatres where the film was being screened, audiences would remove their footwear outside the cinema halls, as a mark of respect to the Goddess

    *Such was the impact on the mind of people that the moviegoers would bring aartis to cinema halls and actually perform the pooja; threw coins at the screen during certain scenes and songs! It was during this phase the whole country saw an upsurge in a unanimous feeling of religiousness

    A treat for all “Santoshi Maa” devotees only on the small screen for the first time. Do not miss the exclusive premiere of “Jai Santoshi Maa” in the last week of May -2006, only on Star Gold.

  • Star Movies presents Ladder 49

    Mumbai, March 16, 2006… Fire! It’s man’s most ancient friend, but also our most ancient foe. Sure, it might toast our marshmallows and keep us snuggly in the wintertime – but when it starts ravaging our homes the truce is well and truly off. And that’s when we need firefighters! It’s time for adrenaline, overflowing action as Star Movies presents the John Travolta and Joaquin Phoenix starrer, ‘Ladder 49’, a gripping film about the life of a fireman, on Friday, March 24th at 9 p.m.

    Ladder 49 is the story of a firefighter- the loves, the losses and of course the roaring flames! Under the watchful eye of his mentor Captain Mike Kennedy (John Travolta), probationary firefighter Jack Morrison (Joaquin Phoenix) matures into a seasoned veteran at a Baltimore fire station. Jack has reached a crossroads, however, as the sacrifices he’s made have put him in harm’s way innumerable times and significantly impacted his relationship with his wife and kids. Responding to the worst blaze in his career, he gets trapped inside a 20-story building. As he reflects on his life, now Assistant Chief Kennedy frantically coordinates the effort to save him.

    This action packed, star-studded film bagged $100,572,044 at the worldwide box office. Catch some spectacular special effects and stunt work and some very impressive performances by actors like Joaquin Phoenix and John Travolta in this gripping film which will keep you glued to your seat, right till the very end.
    Experience the life of a firefighter by watching this spectacular action-packed film, Ladder 49 on Friday, March 24th at 9 p.m. only on Star Movies.

    About Star
    STAR is a leading media and entertainment company in Asia. STAR broadcasts over 50 television services in nine languages to more than 300 million viewers across 53 Asian countries. STAR channels cover all genres including general entertainment (Star Plus, Xing Kong, Star Chinese Channel, Star One, Star Utsav, Star World, Vijay, Phoenix Chinese), sports (ESPN, Star Sports), movies (Star Chinese Movies, Star Gold, Star Movies), music (Channel [V]), and news and current affairs (Star News, Star Ananda, Phoenix InfoNews Channel). STAR controls over 20,000 hours of Indian and Chinese programming and also owns the world’s largest contemporary Chinese film library, with more than 600 titles, featuring superstars including Jackie Chan, Chow Yun Fat and Bruce Lee. In partnership with leading companies in Asia, STAR businesses extend to filmed entertainment, television production, cable systems, direct-to-home services, terrestrial TV broadcasting, wireless and digital services. STAR is a wholly owned subsidiary of News Corporation. www.startv.com

    For further information please contact:
    In Mumbai
    Zeenat Khan Shiraz Bhavnani / Aditi Chada
    Asst. Vice President – Publicity Vaishnavi Corporate Communications
    STAR (India) Ltd. Tel: 91-22-5656 8787
    Tel No. 91-22-56305555 Fax: 91-22-5656 8788
    Email:sbhavnani@vccpl.com / achada@vccpl.com