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  • Amit Sadh unveils Ethnix by Raymond’s flagship store at Viviana Mall

    Amit Sadh unveils Ethnix by Raymond’s flagship store at Viviana Mall

    MUMBAI: Ethnix by Raymond, the ethnic wear arm of the century-old Raymond Group, has opened its flagship store at Viviana Mall, Lake Shore, Thane: a fitting tribute to the city where the brand’s journey began.

    The grand launch was headlined by acclaimed actor Amit Sadh, best known for Breathe and Kai Po Che, who cut the ribbon in style. Flanked by 18 models dressed in Ethnix ensembles, Sadh turned heads in a soft pink embroidered Indo-western look from the brand’s cocktail collection.

    With over 140 exclusive outlets across 70 cities, Ethnix by Raymond continues to champion traditional Indian wear for every occasion: weddings, festivals, poojas, and beyond. The collection spans regal sherwanis, bandhgalas, kurtas, bundis, Indo-western hybrids, and accessories designed for grooms and their entourages alike.

    Speaking at the event, Raymond Group, chief business officer, Vipul Mathur, said, “Ethnix by Raymond is a cultural statement. Our vision is to make ethnic wear aspirational and accessible, while staying true to heritage. This store represents not just fashion, but a celebration of India’s traditions reimagined for the modern man.”

    Adding his perspective, Amit Sadh noted, “Ethnix by Raymond strikes the perfect balance of tradition and modernity. Every man will find something here that reflects his personality, whether it’s for a grand wedding or a festive occasion.”

    The evening featured a live guitarist, exclusive media interactions, and photo moments that sealed the launch as both a fashion spectacle and a proud milestone for the Raymond legacy.

  • Celebrate friendship with fantasy, drama, and comedy stories

    Celebrate friendship with fantasy, drama, and comedy stories

    Mumbai: Friendship day is here, a time to shower our incredible friends with love and celebrate the bonds that enrich our lives. Sure, there’s nothing quite like spending quality time with your real-life besties, sharing stories, and reminiscing about good times. But what about those moments when you crave a heartwarming story about friendship that explores the complexities of this precious connection? Well, fret not, for this list has you covered!

    Here’s a selection of fantastic series and movies featuring unforgettable friendships that will resonate with you long after the credits roll (or the episode ends).

    Kota Factory (Netflix): Dive into the pressure cooker world of IIT hopefuls with “Kota Factory” on Netflix. This black-and-white dramedy follows Vaibhav, a young student from Itarsi who arrives in Kota, Rajasthan, a city notorious for its intense coaching institutes. As Vaibhav navigates the competitive environment, friendships, and late-night study sessions, “Kota Factory” offers a realistic and often humorous portrayal of the lives of students striving to crack India’s prestigious entrance exams.

    Brahmayantra (Pocket FM): Brace yourself for an epic fantasy adventure! When Nalini and her family tragically succumb to death while protecting the Brahmayantra (a powerful artifact) fate takes an unexpected turn. Through a miraculous twist, a great warrior is born from the awakened powers of the Brahmayantra. But that’s not all! Nalini herself receives a new body, allowing her to embark on a thrilling saga of revenge. In this journey of vengeance, she’s not alone. Standing by her side is Aryaman, another warrior born from the Brahmayantra’s power. Their bond is unbreakable, forged in the crucible of shared experiences and challenges alike. To delve deeper into their extraordinary connection and witness their awe-inspiring journey, tune in to Brahmayantra on Pocket FM!

    Four More Shots Please! (Amazon Prime): Craving a series with a strong female bond? Look no further than “Four More Shots Please!” on Amazon Prime Video. This dramedy follows four unapologetically independent women navigating love, careers, and societal expectations in modern-day Mumbai. Through thick and thin, their unwavering support and hilarious escapades showcase the power of female friendship, making it a perfect pick for a night in with your besties, raising a glass (or four) to the friends who make life a little sweeter (and a lot more fun).

    TVF Tripling (Zee5): This heartwarming web series delves into the lives of three siblings – each with distinct personalities, dreams, and quirks. Despite their differences, they share a special bond built on shared experiences, unwavering support, and a whole lot of laughter. Tripling offers a refreshing take on friendship, reminding us that the strongest bonds can often be found within our own families. The three protagonists decide to embark on a road trip together to get over their lives’ despair and come back afresh.

    Kai Po Che! (Netflix): Dive into the lives of three friends – Ishaan, Omkar, and Govind starring Sushant Singh Rajput, Amit Sadh and Rajkummar Rao – in this coming-of-age sports drama set in Ahmedabad. Their shared passion for cricket fuels their dream of opening a sports academy. However, their journey is not without its challenges. As they navigate the changing social and political landscape of India, their friendship is tested by personal ambitions, societal pressures, and devastating tragedies. But through it all, their unwavering support for each other remains constant, reminding us of the strength that comes from having true friends by your side.

  • Spuul inks deal with UTV; to stream ‘PK’

    Spuul inks deal with UTV; to stream ‘PK’

    MUMBAI: Online streaming service for Indian cinema and television content, Spuul has added the highest grossing Hindi movie of all time PK in its catalogue. Along with PK, subscribers can also watch other UTV titles like Rang De Basanti, Jodhaa Akbar, Kai Po Che, Barfi, Dev D and Chennai Express amongst others.

     

    All movies will be available across platforms like web, mobile (iOS, Android), Smart TV (Samsung, Panasonic, LG) Airplay on iOS, and Chromecast on Android. Spuul will be offering these movies to subscribers in India, UK, Middle East and other major territories around the world.

     

    Spuul global CEO Subin Subaiah said, “As one of the leading providers of Bollywood content to viewers across India, Pakistan, UK, US and Middle East, we are constantly investing in growing our library by adding new, popular and in many cases, offbeat titles to our list. PK’s addition to our rich UTV catalogue is yet another step in this direction.”

  • Zindagi campaign breaks the story-telling code

    Zindagi campaign breaks the story-telling code

    BENGALURU: Zindagi, a premium mass Hindi GEC from the bouquet of Zee Entertainment Enterprises (Zeel), kick-started its marketing campaign with brand films highlighting Zindagi’s channel proposition ‘Jodey Dilon Ko’.

     

    The channel is upbeat about its pan-India launch. “Probably for the first time in the country, a Hindi channel launch is being announced in the south,” said Zeel marketing head (national channels) Akash Chawla in Bengaluru. “We have seen increase in consumption of Hindi entertainment content in the Hyderabad-Bengaluru-Chennai regions in recent times. The south is now an important market for Hindi content,” he added.

     

    The channel has brought on board Askme.com and Fogg as brand partners. “Talks are on with other partners as well, and we are sure to have more brands tying up with us,” revealed a source at Zeel.

     

    The marketing campaign created by FCB Ulka comprises two brand films directed by ‘Kai Po Che’ director Abhishek Kapoor. The objective behind the campaign is to showcase the similarities in different cultures and emotions despite the differences in language, attire and lifestyle of people across the borders.

     

    FCB Ulka NCD KS Chakravarthy said, “The insight behind the whole campaign is as simple as it is powerful – we may come from different countries, different cultures, but our emotions, our joys, our triumphs are all surprisingly similar. And it is this simple human truth that the two launch television commercials capture in a simple, believable manner. The device of literally cutting mid-sentence from one protagonist to the other brings this alive in a vivid manner – and leads beautifully into the summing up thought for the channel, Jodey Dilon Ko.”

     

    Director Abhishek Kapoor added, “My family traces its roots to pre-partition to Pakistan.  I grew up to stories of shared lives and times, subsequently lost to borders. Deep within, there was a heart-felt hope that this cultural legacy would one day find its way back, reunited. My association with Zindagi is a manifestation of this.”

     

    Chawla said, “Zindagi’s brand proposition ‘Jodey Dilon Ko’ has been the key thought around every medium of communication. The storytelling possesses an ability to convey beauty and emotion in a way that no other medium can. The films also use language that is heartwarming with a story that is rich in human elements such that it inspires empathy, makes us think differently, appreciate something more, and understand something more thoroughly. Abhishek Kapoor and FCB Ulka have done a brilliant job of creating profound and touching films that clearly translate our vision on screen. It’s heartening to know that the freshness of this campaign has become the talking point everywhere. The TVCs exhibit our distinct promise of Zindagi being a category creator in the GEC space.”

     

    Detailing the concept behind these films, Akash explained, “The narrative approach adopted in the storytelling begins with a ‘universal truth’ or situation that transcends culture or language. Also, the use of emotion conveyed in every situation portrayed in the brand films plays an important role as it captures the real emotion that we can trust. Viewers want to connect with their innate human nature. We believe that with Zindagi, we have something universally relatable, emotional and powerful to showcase and that is reflected in the films.”

     

    The TV campaign is ably supported by its promotion in print, OOH and digital mediums.

  • Seven entries from India including one feature film make it to Apollo Award final list

    Seven entries from India including one feature film make it to Apollo Award final list

    NEW DELHI: Seven entries from India including the feature ‘Kai Po Che!’ and three from Discovery Communications India feature in the finalists for the 2014 Apollo Awards organised by Asia Image.

     

    The awards function is taking place on 18 June at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, alongside BroadcastAsia – the 19th International Digital Multimedia & Entertainment Technology Exhibition & Conference. 

     

    Out of 165 submissions received, 42 entries made the final cut after being judged by a panel of judges that combines extensive technical knowledge, critically acclaimed creativity, and years of experience in the media and entertainment industry. The results are tabulated and audited by international auditing firm PriceWaterhouseCoopers. 

     

    While ‘Kai Po Che!’ has been shortlisted for Colour Grading for Merzin Tavaria and Paresh Acharya of Prime Focus, Discovery Communications India makes it to the list for Cinematography – Long Form for Sanjay Agarwal filming ‘Everest: India Army Women’s Expedition’ produced by Robin Roy Films, the Sound Design category- Long Form for Jerry Teo in ‘Himalayan Tsunami’ produced by Beach House Pictures, which also gets a nomination for Colour Grading by Karen Ng.

     

    The other Indian entries are: Sandeep Shelar & Ashok in Art Direction for ‘Ixigo’ by Studio Eeksaurus Productions; and Merzin Tavaria for Visual Effects/ CGI – Long Form for two films ‘White House Down’ and ‘The Great Gatsby’ by Prime Focus. 

    Leading the pack, with multiple nominations across several categories, are VHQ Post and MediaCorp.

  • Red Chillies appoints Manish Hariprasad as CCO

    Red Chillies appoints Manish Hariprasad as CCO

    MUMBAI: Red Chillies Entertainments has appointed Manish Hariprasad as the chief creative officer (CCO).

     

    Hariprasad was the senior creative director for Disney UTV Studios and UTV Motion Pictures. He has been associate producer for films like No one Killed Jessica, Harishchandrachi Factory, Kai Po Che and Chennai Express. He has also been the VP – content and development for UTV Spotboy, and head for marketing for Sab, apart from his five year stint in advertising with Ogilvy and Contract advertising.

     

    Making the announcement, RCE CEO Venky Mysore said, “Delivering quality content will be of paramount importance to us at Red Chillies. As we work towards this endeavor, senior executive, Manish will play a key role in achieving that goal.”

     

  • The Tata Motors IIFA Awards announce 2014 nominations

    The Tata Motors IIFA Awards announce 2014 nominations

    MUMBAI: Indian Cinema’s most spectacular awards outside of India, The Tata Motors International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards have declared the list of nominations (Popular category) for its 15th edition. The Videocon D2H IIFA Weekend will be held in Tampa Bay, Florida from April 23-26.

     
    2013 was a fantastic year at the Box-office. Amongst the major films of the year, bagging a maximum number of nods is the inspiring biopic of Milkha Singh, ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ followed closely by the gun-fest, ‘Goliyon Ki Rasleela- Ramleela’ and the heart-wrenching ‘Aashiqui 2’ with 7 nominations each, while the Ranbir Kapoor starrer – Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewaani scored 6 nominations. Other notable films: Krrish 3, Chennai Express, Kai Po Che and The Lunchbox have been nominated across various award categories.

     
    It is a battle of superstars at the awards, as Shahrukh Khan (Chennai Express), Hrithik Roshan (Krrish 3), Ranbir Kapoor (Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewaani), Farhan Akhtar (Bhaag Milka Bhaag), Ranveer Singh (Goliyon Ki Rasleela-Ramleela) and newcomer Sushant Singh Rajput (Kai Po Che) get nominated for Performance in a Leading Role (Male) for exceptional work in their respective films.

     
    Stealing the limelight is the very beautiful Deepika Padukone with 3 nominations in Performance in a Leading Role (Female) category for her perfomance in last year’s smash hits Chennai Express, Goliyon Ki Rasleela- Ramleela and Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewaani. Equally impressive performers, Sonakshi Sinha (Lootera), Nimrat Kaur (The Lunchbox) and Shraddha Kapoor (Aashiqui 2) find themselves nominated in the category, as well.

     
    Best Director nominees include a host of celebrated filmmakers like Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Rakesh Roshan, Rohit Shetty, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and Abhishek Kapoor. One of the most awaited awards, the Best Film category witnesses 2013’s runway success’s Dhoom 3, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Goliyon Ki Rasleela-Ramleela, Krrish 3, Kai Po Che, Chennai Express and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, as they compete to win the much coveted title.

     
    The Videocon D2H IIFA Weekend is presented by Videocon D2H and the Tata Motors IIFA Awards is presented by Tata Motors. The IIFA Weekend &Awards will be broadcast globally on Star Plus, for the 10th year running.

  • Amit Sadh nominated at the prestigious Screen awards 2014 for ‘Kai Po Che’

    Amit Sadh nominated at the prestigious Screen awards 2014 for ‘Kai Po Che’

    MUMBAI: When the film Kai Po Che released last year, it gave some exceptional talent to the film industry. Now, as the award season kick starts, it is time for them to get their share of recognition. One of the actors from the movie, Amit Sadh has received recognition for his brilliant performance in the movie and has been nominated for ‘The Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Male)’ at the Screen Awards.

     

    Amit Sadh showcased his acting prowess in Kai Po Che, the film which opened to house-full screens across the nation. Doing complete justice to the complex character, he played the role of Omkar Shastri a.k.a ‘Omi’, who is torn between his emotions, facing extreme circumstances in life.

     

    Amit won the hearts of the audience with his flawless performance and also left critics spell bound. The actor recently wrapped up shooting for his next, Running Shaadi.com, and currently has other projects in his kitty.

     

    Ecstatic about being nominated, Amit Sadh said, “It is an honour to be nominated at the 20th Annual Screen Awards 2014. Kai Po Che is very close to my heart and being nominated for my performance in the film makes it even more special.”

  • Indulge in some Lip smacking entertainment, this year- end!

    Indulge in some Lip smacking entertainment, this year- end!

    MUMBAI: As the year winds to an end, zoOm is all set to relive the moments of 2013 that took us by surprise. Catch all the lip-smacking entertainment, sizzle and spice that left you asking for more on India’s No1 Bollywood Channel starting 24th December 2013.

    Be itmoments you anticipated to scoops that floored one and all; be privy to the whole package. From undisclosed affairs being brought to the surface to fairy tale love stories that came to a sudden end; don’t miss the news that raised eyebrows in B-town through the week on Planet Bollywood News.

    Be it the gorgeous Kangana Ranaut or the killer style statement that Kareena Kapoor sports to the not so cool Sonakshi Sinha and Amrita Rao, join zoOm as it gives a thumbs-up to the people who donned it and rocked it in 2013 with ‘Style Stunners and Sinners’. ‘Rockers &Shockers, 2013- A zoOm Review Show Special’ recaps the memorably rocking or unforgettably shocking of 2013,featuring titles like ‘BhaagMilkhaBhaag’, ‘Kai Po Che’, ‘Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola’, ‘Bullet Raja’ and Others.

    2013-the drama-packed Bollywood year has seen its own set of dynamites. From some of the biggest hits, to some of the biggest scoops andcatfights, the industry has seen its fair share of highs and lows. Catch the Newsmakers of the industry featuring Salman Khan, Shahrukh, Sanjay Dutt, Ranbir, Saajid Khan and more in ‘zoOmers and Doomers, 2013’.

    Also enjoy the bloopers made by Bollywood stars in a humorous countdown. Be privy to all the masala and gossip of some of your favouriteCelebs starring Ranveer Singh, Saif Ali Khan, Katrina Kaif, Rakesh Roshan, Sajid Khan and many more coupled with tongue and cheek humour only on ‘Follywood’.

    That’s not all, to know about the best and worst music, gossip and more catch ‘zoOmbastic’, ‘Tentalize’, ‘Page 3’, ‘Business of Bollywood’ and‘Telly Talk Best Moments’.Ring out 2013 the zoOm’licious way with aeight day power-packed fiesta from the 24th to 31st December.

  • Shoojit Sircar wraps up the shooting of Running Shaadi.com

    Shoojit Sircar wraps up the shooting of Running Shaadi.com

    MUMBAI: It was quite a sprint and now the shooting of Running Shaadi.com is complete. Produced by Vicky Donor director Shoojit Sircar and his partner Ronnie Lahiri (Rising Sun Films) and co-produced by Crouching Tiger motion pictures, the film is a young rom-com starring Amit Sadh (Kai Po Che) and Tapsee Pannu (Chashme Baddoor) in the lead and is directed by debutant Amit Roy, who has previously worked as a cinematographer in films like Sarkar and Dum Maaro Dum. The film went on floors in October and the start-to-finish Patiala schedule ended on December 10.

     

    Running Shaadi.com revolves around a website which helps people elope and get married. When Ram Bharose (Amit) and Nimmi (Tapsee) fall in love while on the run, one hilarious situation leads to another and they have to handle their own runningshaadi. Add to that a wide array of unique characters make for an endearing light-hearted story.

     

    With Sircar himself being the creative mentor of the film, Running Shaadi.com has a head start. “We at Rising Sun Films are committed to making entertaining cinema and this film fits the bill perfectly. We had a fun, fast shoot and now we are getting into post-production to finish the film,” said the filmmaker.

     

    The film will release in mid-2014.