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  • Lallantop Adda 2024: Where Hindi literature, cinema and digital innovation meet

    Lallantop Adda 2024: Where Hindi literature, cinema and digital innovation meet

    Mumbai: Lallantop Adda 2024, the highly anticipated annual celebration of Hindi literature, cinema, and digital culture, is set to take place from 22 to 24 November at the iMajor Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi. Hosted by Lallantop, a premier digital storytelling platform that captivates a wide audience with its innovative content, this year’s event promises to be bigger, bolder, and more immersive than ever, bringing together the very best of Hindi media and entertainment.

    Spanning three days, Lallantop Adda 2024 will feature a vibrant mix of poetry, music, theatre, and thought-provoking discussions with some of the most celebrated names from the worlds of cinema, literature, and social media.

    A star-studded lineup of distinguished personalities will take part in the event, including Badshah, Tamannaah Bhatia, Taapsee Pannu, Daler Mehndi, Ahsaas Channa, Divyenndu, Tigmanshu Dhulia, Maheep Singh, Jimmy Shergill, Pratik Gandhi, Gaurav Kapoor, and Sunanda Sharma. From established icons to rising stars, the gathering promises to be a powerful platform for both emerging and established voices in the entertainment and arts industries. Attendees will have the chance to engage with thought leaders, exchange ideas, and delve into the latest trends shaping the future of Hindi entertainment, media, and digital spaces.

    And let’s not forget the atmosphere—set against the crisp winter air of Delhi, visitors can enjoy the event with hot tea in hand, surrounded by an electric sense of community, and creativity. Whether you’re a fan of literature, cinema, music, or digital culture, Lallantop Adda 2024 is the must-attend event of the year.

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  • Saregama partners with Daler Mehndi to elevate his live performances

    Saregama partners with Daler Mehndi to elevate his live performances

    Mumbai: Saregama has announced the addition of iconic artist Daler Mehndi to its roster. This collaboration aims to enhance his live performance business across platforms, including colleges, festivals, and corporate events. Known as the ‘Messiah of Masti’ and the Father of Indian Pop Bhangra music, Daler Mehndi’s influence as a live performer aligns well with Saregama’s mission.

    Daler Mehndi has spent decades shaping the live music scene, captivating audiences with his stage presence and performances. His shows have set industry benchmarks. Partnering with Saregama, recognised for its artist management and live events, promises to elevate Daler Mehndi’s performances, offering fans an enhanced experience. Saregama’s recent successes, including concerts with Divine, the ‘Yeh Shaam Mastani’ show featuring Zeenat Aman, and the upcoming 13-city ‘Dil-Luminati India tour’ with Diljit Dosanjh, showcase the label’s expertise in producing large-scale events.

    Mehndi said, “I am thrilled to be joining hands with Saregama. Their reputation in artist management and live events is unmatched, and I’m excited to embark on this new journey with them. Together, we will bring more energy, more music, and more unforgettable performances to audiences around the world.”

    Amidst other releases by the artist, Daler Mehndi’s refreshed version of his iconic party anthem ‘Na Na Na Na Na Re,’ the song, which originally united generations on the dance floor, has been given a modern twist and is already being embraced by fans, globally across age groups. With over seven million streams in a week of release, this remix has reaffirmed its place as a timeless hit.

    “We are proud to welcome Daler Mehndi to our roster,” said Saregama’s SVP, films and events – Siddharth Anand Kumar. “Daler Mehndi is more than just an artist—he is an emotion. His energy, his music, and his presence have always had a special connection with fans. At Saregama, we have the expertise in both artist management and live event production to support him and take his performances to even greater heights. Together, we will continue to push boundaries and reach new milestones.”

    Beyond his musical endeavors with hits like ’Jaragandi’, Daler Mehndi has also been expanding his artistic footprint. Marking 30 successful years in the music industry, the legendary Daler Mehndi is expected to innovate and provide a new sound – Rabab. Fans can expect more on this from the artist in the coming months.

    With this powerful partnership, Daler Mehndi and Saregama are set to redefine the landscape of live performances and continue their legacy of delivering unforgettable music and entertainment.

  • Daler Mehndi inaugurates IPRS ‘Soundscapes of India’

    Daler Mehndi inaugurates IPRS ‘Soundscapes of India’

    Mumbai: IPRS (The Indian Performing Rights Society Ltd), the music copyright society in India representing authors, composers and publishers of music, kicked off their highly anticipated ‘Soundscapes of India: Gateway to the World’ with an electrifying inauguration led by Daler Mehndi at the India International Centre, New Delhi. The vibrant ceremony set the perfect tone for the global music celebration that followed.

    The opening day was highlighted by a fireside chat with Bhangra king and global pop star, Daler Mehndi, whose music has transcended borders to captivate audiences worldwide. Moderated by IMEA Dolby Labs Sr director commercial partnerships Karan Grover, the discussion offered a deep dive into Mehndi’s illustrious career, his contributions to Indian music, and the universal appeal of his work. The session underscored the enduring global resonance of Indian music and set the tone for the conference’s focus on expanding India’s musical footprint internationally.

    “The inauguration of ‘Soundscapes of India’ by the legendary Daler Mehndi truly set the stage for what promises to be a groundbreaking celebration of Indian music on the global stage. As IPRS marks its 55th anniversary, we are thrilled to witness India’s rich musical heritage come alive through this event, opening doors for our creators to shine internationally. This is not just a conference—it’s a bold step towards making Indian music a global force,” commented IPRS CEO Rakesh Nigam.

    Following the fireside chat, the conference hosted its first panel discussion, titled “The Time is Now: Amplifying India’s Presence on the Global Music Stage.” This session brought together industry heavyweights, including Believe Digital MD Vivek Raina, Paytm Insider COO Varun Khare, and Sziget Festival director Marina Pommier. The panel explored innovative strategies to enhance India’s global music presence, particularly through digital platforms and international collaborations. The discussion highlighted the critical role that technology and partnerships play in elevating Indian music on the world stage.

    The inaugural day also featured a special fireside chat celebrating 74 years of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) and its pivotal role in promoting Indian music globally. ICCR deputy director general Abhay Kumar, and Businessworld Group chairman and  editor-in-chief Anurag Batra shared insights on ICCR’s efforts to elevate Indian music and culture on the international stage.

    The successful start of the ‘Soundscapes of India: Gateway to the World’ conference underscores India’s rising stature in the global music industry. The inaugural day set the stage for further engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and international collaborations over the next two days.

  • Sadhguru and isha foundation’s exuberant mahashivratri event live on Epic TV

    Sadhguru and isha foundation’s exuberant mahashivratri event live on Epic TV

    India’s only Hindi-language India-centric infotainment channel is set to offer its viewers a unique, spiritual experience on the night of Mahashivratri this year. EPIC channel has associated with Isha Foundation to telecast the highly followed, grand Mahashivratri celebrations LIVE from the Isha Yoga Center in Coimbatore, on February 13, beginning 8.30 pm and airing till 6 am, the following day.

    Mahashivrati is one of the largest and most sacred festivals of India. The darkest night of the year, it is a celebration in honor of Adiyogi or Shiva, from whom the tradition of yoga originates. In yogic culture, it is believed to be beneficial to stay awake in a vertical position throughout the night with the planetary positions causing an upsurge of energy in humans.

    Sadhguru, Founder, Isha Foundation, said, “Mahashivaratri is known as the great night of Shiva – The Adiyogi, because the planetary position is such that there is a natural upsurge of energies. Mahashivaratri is of great significance for all those who aspire for the Ultimate. May this night become an exuberant awakening for you.”

    Speaking about the LIVE telecast, EPIC TV – Managing Director, Aditya Pittie said, “This is truly going to be a special night of spirituality and wellbeing. We’re excited to associate with Isha Foundation and bring this extravaganza LIVE for the benefit of our viewers who can enjoy the celebrations from their homes. It is the first LIVE showcase on EPIC and we are glad to begin our journey in this direction with Isha Foundation’s Mahashivratri event.”

    Aimed at preserving the uniqueness and diversity of the nation’s artistic traditions, the night will see star performances by popular music sensations Sonu Nigam, Daler Mehndi, Mohit Chauhan, and Sean Roldan & Friend along with Isha Foundation’s home-grown band, Sounds of Isha. Not stopping at this, the event’s key attractions also include a guided powerful midnight meditation along with a nightlong Sathsang with Sadhguru which people can follow from the comfort of their homes.

    Sadhguru’s quote “Mahashivaratri is known as the great night of Shiva – The Adiyogi, because the planetary position is such that there is a natural upsurge of energies. Mahashivaratri is of great significance for all those who aspire for the Ultimate. May this night become an exuberant awakening for you”.

    Isha Foundation’s Mahashivratri night has been celebrated with great pomp and grandeur for many years and continues to draw thousands of devotees from around the world.

  • Narendra Modi to felicitate Clean Champions at India Today Awards

    Narendra Modi to felicitate Clean Champions at India Today Awards

    MUMBAI: It’s been one year since Prime Minister Narendra Modi nominated India Today Group chairman and editor in chief Aroon Purie to be a Clean India advocate. The India Today Group will be commemorating the honour with the India Today Safaigiri Singathon and Awards 2015.

    The event will be held on 2 October, the first anniversary of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the keynote speaker and give away awards to the Clean India Champions.

    Purie said, “I was delighted when the PM nominated me and The India Today group as an ambassador of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. A clean India is such a simple idea but a revolutionary one.  It will only succeed if all of us work to make it a movement. So many of our ills will be solved if we fix our sanitation. By one estimate it could increase our average per capita income by seven per cent. As a media group, we can play a role to raise awareness of this campaign and get people involved. Our first step is Safaigiri Singathon & Awards. Our aim is to work on an attitude change and bring viewers face to face with uncomfortable facts in an entertaining manner. I am glad that we are not just reporting   but   making a difference.”

    India Today Safaigiri Singathon & Awards is a key initiative of the group’s efforts in realising the vision of Swachh Bharat and in recognising Clean Champions across the country. The Clean Champions are selected in 13 categories through a process of online entries, field work, and selection by a jury of eminent citizens.

    The event will be highlighted by the Safai Singathon with singers and musicians performing through the day. The singers and musicians attending the daylong event include, Asha Bhosle, Kailash Kher, Daler Mehndi, Sonu Nigam, Hans Raj Hans, Papon and Udit Narayan. 

    The Safai Singathon will be telecast on all four channels of the network namely India Today Television, Aaj Tak, Tez and Business Today for over eight hours non-stop Live on 2 October.

  • Kareena, Sonam Kapoor, Smriti Irani, Suresh Raina win ‘India TV Yuva Awards’

    Kareena, Sonam Kapoor, Smriti Irani, Suresh Raina win ‘India TV Yuva Awards’

    MUMBAI: Union Ministers Smriti Irani and Kiren Rijiju, Bollywood actors Kareena Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor were among youth icons presented with India TV Yuva Awards on Saturday night.

     

    The awards were given away at a glittering event held at Taj Palace Hotel. Following the electric opening performance by Prince Dance troupe, Mr. Rajat Sharma, Chairman & Editor-in-chief, India TV, welcomed the Senior politicians, Bollywood, Television Sports Stars and captains of industry. During his address, he expressed his happiness  over the magnanimous growth in the stature of India TV Yuva Awards. He also outlined that this initiative is solely targeted at inspiring the entire generation of future leaders by way of honoring the Achievers who still have a long way to go in their respective fields.

     

    Union HRD Minister Smriti Irani and Minister of State for Home Kiren Rijiju were conferred the India TV Yuva awards for best young politician, female and male, respectively. 

     

    Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan presented the award to Smriti Irani, while Uttarakhand chief minister Harish Rawat presented the award to Kiren Rijiju. 

     

    Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor as she won the Special Award presented to her by Shatrughan Sinha added a special mention of being really proud to be a happily married young woman & a young working woman while she thanked India TV & its Management for the recognition . Musicians Aman and Ayan Ali Khan were presented Special Award by singer Daler Mehndi. 

     

    Sonam Kapoor was presented the India TV Yuva award for best female actor by Coal and Power Minister Piyush Goyal. Arjun Kumar was given the award in best male actor category by Culture and Tourism Minister Mahesh Sharma.

     

    Cricketer Suresh Raina’s brother collected the Sports Icon Award from Minister of State for External Affairs Gen (Retd) V K Singh on his behalf as he is busy playing IPL. Shuttler P V Sindhu got the best female sportsperson award from Congress leader Salman Khurshid. 

     

    TV actor Mohit Raina of ‘Devon Ke Dev, Mahadev’ serial fame got the best TV male actor award from Urban Development Minister M Venkaiah Naidu, while TV actor Digangana Suryavanshi of “Veer Ki Ardaas Veera” serial fame,  got the best TV female actor award from Minister of State for Minority Affairs Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi. 

     

    In the Music category, Palak Muchhal got the best female singer award from Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, while Javed Ali was presented the best male singer award by Minister of State in PMO Dr Jitendra Singh. 

     

    In the Business category, Neha Kirpal, director of India Art Fair, got the the India TV Yuva Award for best female businessperson from Samajwadi Party leader Ramgopal Yadav, while Rahul Sharma, co-founder of Micromax was given the award for best male businessperson by senior Congress leader Janardan Dwivedi. 

     

    Manish Paul was at his witty best & proved that why he is rated amongst the best when it comes to hosting large format events. Artistes of Prince Dance Group presented electrifying performances. Famous Punjabi singer Jasbir Jassi belted out a number from his latest album, while award winner Palak Muchhal sang one of her superhit songs ‘Chahoon Main Aana’ from the film Aashiqui 2.

     

    Actor Arjun Kapoor did the signature step from the popular song ‘Tune Maari Entry’ from the movie Gunday, even as a funny onstage-offstage act took place between Arjun, Kareena Kapoor and Manish Paul, soon after the special award was presented to Kareena. 

     

    India TV Yuva awards are given away every year to youth icons who have demonstrated exemplary leadership in their respective fields, that include politics, sports, music, films, television and business. The awards were instituted in 2013 to honour the most promising young faces of the nation.

    The winners were selected by a jury led by Sarod maestro Ustaad Amjad Ali Khan, and included noted personalities like Prasoon Joshi, Vandana Luthra, Prof Pushpesh Pant and India TV Chairman & Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma. 

     

    Speaking about the awards, Ritu Dhawan, Managing Director & CEO of India TV highlighted her faith in Gen Y, “It is these icons who most certainly are making our country proud now & will keep doing so in the future, while they take India to a new high in the times to come. It is indeed an honour for us to honour the spirit of excellence.”

    The gala event was executed by Wizcraft International.  Dainik Bhaskar, Pioneer Publicity corporation & C Voter were partners to the initiative which was sponsored by Vimal Pan Masala (Powered by) in association with Dr. Ortho & No Scars.

  • Radio Mirchi lines up shows for Christmas

    Radio Mirchi lines up shows for Christmas

    MUMBAI: Radio Mirchi gears up for the festive season with a special Christmas and New Year line up.

    Hello Mumbai which airs every morning between 9 and 10 am, will have RJ Harsh conduct a fun Q&A session allowing listeners to win gifts. To participate in the show which will continue till 31 December, listeners will have to dial 40983983 or sms their answers to 8888.

    RJ Tarun will host a special Christmas Carol game show on the evening band Bumper to Bumper. The game would revolve around translating popular Christmas carols in Hindi and singing it on air. What’s more, Santa Claus will host the show with Tarun on 25 December. In addition to this, artists such as Shankar Mahadevan, Vishal Dadlani, Daler Mehndi, the famous Petra Church Choir and a singing parrot of Singapore will sing Carols.

    As part of an on ground evevnt, on 23 December Santa Claus with his sack of goodies along with RJ’s from Radio Mirchi will visit The Shelter at Byculla, an orphanage run by Bombay Diocesese to celebrate Christmas with the children. They will distribute gifts; sing Christmas carols and Mirchi songs with the children. Listeners too will also be invited to be part of this party. While on the day of Christmas, Santa will visit popular spots in Mumbai city on the Mirchi canter and all those who locate him and wish him Mirch Meri Christmas will get a special gift.
    From December 26 to 30 December, Radio Mirchi will present the Mirchi Top 100 songs of the year from 7 to 9 pm and will be hosted by RJ Tarun and an anonymous ‘Boss’. On 30 and 31 December, there will be the wrap up of biggest events of the year with sound bytes of each event called 6-7 Mirchi ke Saath. While the big party will unfold on 31 December with non-stop dance tracks from 9 pm flowing into 9 am on 1 January 2007, informs an official release.

    For all those listeners who are keen to peep into the future, Radio Mirchi will bring the world famous Marjorie Orr on Indian radio for the first time. She will present Astro predictions for all sun signs from 26 December to 30 December. On 31 December Sanjay Jumani will also present his predictions for the year 2007 during a two hour special.

    Listeners will get the chance to win loads of gifts including invitations to christmas and New Year parties, holiday packages, from club memberships to mobile phones and diamond pendants.