Tag: Bollywood stars

  • India Today Conclave 2025 brings powerhouses together for thought-provoking dialogues

    India Today Conclave 2025 brings powerhouses together for thought-provoking dialogues

    MUMBAI: Brace yourselves, thought leaders and policy buffs! The India Today Conclave 2025 is all set to electrify the stage at the Taj Palace, Delhi, on 7-8 March. With an enviable lineup of political titans, business magnates, cultural icons, and global experts, this year’s theme—’Age of Acceleration’—promises to decode the rapid transformations shaping our world.

    Leading the charge is Delhi CM Rekha Gupta who will make her first significant public appearance since assuming office. She will unveil her vision for Delhi under the ‘Lotus Capital’ framework, touching upon governance, infrastructure, and policy shifts set to redefine the capital’s future.

    Adding firepower to the political discourse, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath will reflect on the grandeur of the Maha Kumbh, revealing how it transcends tradition to become a showcase of logistical and infrastructural prowess. Meanwhile, former U.S. State secretary and CIA director Mike Pompeo will provide an insider’s perspective on global security, shifting alliances, and the evolving India-U.S. relationship.

    The geopolitical conversations will extend further with Palestine Land Studies Centre director Zeina Jallad offering insights on Gaza’s legal and political landscape, while author and former Israeli parliamentarian Einat Wilf will present her perspective on the region’s future.

    The conclave isn’t all politics and diplomacy. Indian cinema’s perfectionist Aamir Khan will take a deep dive into storytelling, cinema, and the evolution of entertainment, while Shabana Azmi and Jyothika will share behind-the-scenes insights into their upcoming film, alongside producer Shibani Akhtar. In a rare public conversation, Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal will explore the ever-evolving nature of love and companionship.

    Women in business will take centre stage as Namita Thapar (Emcure Pharmaceuticals), Avarna Jain (Saregama), and Anu Ranjan (Indian Television Academy) discuss leadership, entrepreneurship, and breaking barriers in male-dominated industries.

    The conclave will also shine a spotlight on sports, music, and intellectual excellence. Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav will discuss how he’s redefining modern batting, chess prodigy D. Gukesh will recount his meteoric rise to becoming the world’s youngest champion, and musician Rishab Rikhiram Sharma will share his journey of taking Indian classical music to the world stage.

    With conversations spanning governance, business, technology, culture, and sports, India Today Conclave 2025 is poised to be a melting pot of ideas that shape India’s trajectory. As the world speeds up in the ‘Age of Acceleration’, this conclave promises to be the pulse of change, where the future is not just discussed—it’s defined.

    http://indiatodayconclave.com/

  • Bollywood stars embrace Shiamaks dance show!

    Bollywood stars embrace Shiamaks dance show!

    MUMBAI: Dance master Shiamak Davar again recreated the magic with his new production, Selcouth. Almost everyone who matters has been talking about Shiamak’s show that has received a great applause from the viewers and the Bollywood fraternity alike.

     

    Present at the recent show were Bollywood actresses known for their dance-ability, Helen and Hema Malini. Both the actors went back stage post the show to congratulate Shiamak. Filmmaker Subhash Ghai, who has worked with Shiamak on hits like Taal, was completely amazed by the new body of work that Shiamak has introduced with this show.

     

    Sushant singh Rajput, the latest heartthrob of Bollywood and a Shiamak’s former student, too gave a standing ovation along with the rest of the audience as a mark of respect for his guru.

     

    Shiamak who has been doing these shows for his students and parents was overwhelmed and humbled by the response of the public. “After I opened the show to public in Octber, the word spread and people said I had to do another show! Unbelievable response, just too humbled by everyone’s support,” he said. “The show had only three to four professional dancers from my dance company, the rest of them were graduates from my one year dance certification program. With the right training and guidance, this is the magic that can be created. There are still a lot of people who want to watch the show, so will do many more Selcouth shows,” added Shiamak.

     

    Others who were present for the show included Prateik Babbar, Hussain Kuwajerwala and wife Tina, Rajneesh Duggal, Kim Sharma, Preeti Jangiani, Parizad Zorabian, Pallavi Joshi, Rashmi Uday Singh, Hasina Jethmalani,  television actors, Gautam and Anas and Marzi Pestonji.