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  • Zee Cinema to air World Television Premiere of ‘Panipat’ on 29 February

    Zee Cinema to air World Television Premiere of ‘Panipat’ on 29 February

    MUMBAI: Known for their commitment towards their ‘Dharm’ and ‘Karm’, the Marathas have been referred to as protectors and not fighters. They were not just ferocious fighters safeguarding their motherland but also ethical warriors with a simple code of honor. Director Ashutosh Gowariker’s magnum opus ‘Panipat’ delves into a significant chapter in Indian history that lauds the unshakeable bravery, courage and the strong principles of the Marathas displayed during the Third battle of Panipat. 

    Even till their last breath, they fought fiercely just to keep their motherland safe from the Afghani invaders. Celebrating the vigor and valor of the Marathas, Zee Cinema is all set for the World Television Premiere of ‘Panipat’ on Saturday, 29 February at 8 pm only on Zee Cinema.

    Donning the role of the brave Sadashiv Rao Bhau is Arjun Kapoor who leads the Marathas into battle against the intruders led by the Afghan king Ahmad Shah Abdali played by Sanjay Dutt. Kriti Sanon takes center stage as the leading lady Parvati Bai along with an ensemble cast comprising of Mohnish Bahl, Padmini Kolhapure, Sahil Salathia to name a few. Featuring as Sakina Begum is the elegant and veteran actor Zeenat Aman who is seen in a cameo.

    Ashutosh Gowariker says, “As a filmmaker, I have always tried to simplify the storyline of important moments in Indian history so that everyone can watch and know about these happenings. Panipat was one of the rarely narrated incidents as this was one of the few battles where we were defeated. It was a battle in which the Maratha army consisted people from different strata and backgrounds who travelled 1000 kms to stop the invader. I have always tried to go beyond the story by giving it an insightful perspective. And now, I am looking forward to the World Television Premiere of Panipat on Zee Cinema as it will make this lesser known part of India’s history reach a larger audience in their homes.”

    Essaying the role of Paravati Bai, Kriti Sanon said, “Just like other heroines in Ashutosh Sir’s films, my character Parvati Bai is a powerful and independent woman who is a vaidya (physician). She is emotionally and physically strong and is one of the important characters during the Third battle of Panipat. Initially when the character was narrated to me, I didn’t realise how courageous and fearless she was. Parvati Bai is someone who knows sword fighting and doesn’t fear from coming to the forefront to guard her people. Unlike the other female characters of that time, she is also very vocal and doesn’t hesitate about expressing her love for and to her husband Sadashiv Rao. All in all, it was really a unique experience portraying this role.”

    Mohnish Bahl shares, “This is the first time I have taken up a role in a historical drama film and I am playing the role of Sadashiv Rao’s cousin Nana Saheb Peshwa. He is one of the important characters of the film, who has several layers as an individual and hence seems as a very complicated character. I am glad that I got an opportunity to work with Ashutosh Gowariker as he is a phenomenal director who pays attention to the smallest of details. I hope I have done  justice to the role and that the audience watches the World Television Premiere of Panipat on Zee Cinema.”

    The plot narrates the events from 1758, when Peshwa Balaji Baji Rao, popularly known as Nana Saheb was in charge of the Marathas. With able commanders like Raghunath Rao, Shamsher Bahadur and Sadashiv Rao in his council, the Marathas returned victorious after defeating the Nizam of Hyderabad. But, due to internal politics, Sadashiv Rao was made in charge of the financials affairs. While everything was going well, a new storm came knocking at their door with the entry of Ahmad Shah Abdali, the king of Afghanistan whose intention was to expand his powers in India. On finding out about his inroads into India after forming an alliance with Najib Ud Daula, the able commander Sadashiv Rao was chosen by the Maratha Peshwa to lead their army in Delhi. Even with less armed forces, the Maratha’s didn’t give up and fought with valor to protect their motherland.

  • Snapdeal to add another 5000 manufacturer-sellers to its platform in 2020

    Snapdeal to add another 5000 manufacturer-sellers to its platform in 2020

    MUMBAI:  Snapdeal, India’s leading value-focused e-commerce marketplace, plans to add another 5000 manufacturer-sellers on its platform this year.  

    In the last one year, many manufacturers of daily use products like steel & copper utensils, kitchen gadgets like juicers & atta dough makers and fashion accessories like watches & wallets have started to sell online directly on Snapdeal, bypassing the traditional structure of selling through wholesalers and retailers.

    The fast growth of the online market, especially in the non-metro centers, is allowing these manufacturers to tap a new set of always-connected customers, which traditional retail structures cannot capture.  

    Direct sales to consumers translates into higher margins for the producers, as multiple links in the retail chain are replaced by the platform. Other savings that accrue to the producers are through more efficient utilisation of stocks since stocks are not stuck at multiple points unlike in traditional, layered physical channels.

    The ability to sell directly also means that producers get prompt feedback from the users, allowing them to make appropriate decisions regarding future demand and trends.

    Snapdeal plans to add another 5000 such manufacturer-sellers on its platform over the next 12 months. It expects most of these manufacturers to join from India’s production hubs like Meerut, Ludhiana, Tirupur, Jaipur, Panipat, Surat, Rajkot etc.  Through these additions, Snapdeal expects to deepen its selection for kitchen utensils, leather products, toys, bedsheets & blankets and ladies fashion (kurtis, sarees, hosiery garments & knitwear).

    According to a Snapdeal Spokesperson, “E-commerce has immense potential to stimulate economic growth by increasing efficiency and improving access. By taking specific measures to link domestic demand with domestic production, we aim to maximise the benefits of e-commerce for small & medium businesses and for the consumers.”

    “While the first phase of e-commerce sales in India was led by traders and distributors who worked closely with brands, now the share and role of manufacturers in online sales is growing faster”, Snapdeal added.  

    Snapdeal has seen rapid growth in order and business volumes. This growth has caught the attention of manufacturers who specialize in the value-priced segment and who see Snapdeal as the best fit for their merchandise and clientele. There has been a steady increase in sellers on Snapdeal who manufacture their own products.  

    In order to boost business for sellers, Snapdeal has executed a variety of initiatives in the last 12 months. These include providing analytical inputs regarding consumer preferences, demand projections at multiple price points and competitive landscape analysis to help sellers plan their sales strategy.

    Indian e-commerce is now growing beyond the first 100 million urban users. A market of potentially 400 million new users is emerging across India’s Tier 2 and 3 cities, growing still deeper into smaller towns across the country. Over the last two years, Snapdeal has deepened its focus on value-priced merchandise. It has added 60,000+ new sellers, who have added over 50 Million new listings which has helped build a deep assortment of products relevant for value-savvy buyers. Snapdeal witnesses more than 80 million visits every month with buyers browsing the 200 million+ listings by nearly 500,000 registered sellers on the platform.

    In December 2019 Snapdeal announced that its network covers more than 26000 pin codes across India, which includes all the metros, Tier 1 & 2 cities and most of Tier 3 and 4 towns of India.

  • PVR Q1 net Rs 78.1 mn vs loss in previous quarter

    PVR Q1 net Rs 78.1 mn vs loss in previous quarter

    MUMBAI: Cinema exhibitor PVR Limited returned to profits in the first quarter ended 30 June after a loss in the preceding quarter ended 31 March 2012.

    PVR said its net profit in the first quarter was Rs 78.1 million against a loss of Rs 132.4 million in the preceding quarter. The net profit in the first quarter was down nearly 46 per cent from Rs 144.2 million a year earlier.

    The company‘s consolidated revenues for the first quarter were up 51 per cent to Rs 1.77 billion from Rs. 1.17 billion a year earlier.

    Consolidated EBITDA for the quarter was Rs. 346 million, up 52 per cent from Rs 227.7 million a year earlier.

    Commenting on the results, PVR Ltd chairman cum MD Ajay Bijli said, “The good results is a function of the company‘s long term location strategy to partner in best mall developments in the country, its unique design philosophy, strong customer focus and a unique brand positioning. We are encouraged by the robust growth in footfalls and remain buoyant regarding the potential for box office success for the remainder of FY 2012-13.

    The standalone revenues from exhibition/production business increased to Rs 1.59 billion from Rs 1.04 billion in the same period last year, up by 52 per cent. EBITDA for the quarter was Rs. 334.4 million as compared to Rs 195.4 million in corresponding period of last year, up by 71 per cent.

    Its net profit for the first quarter was Rs 79.8 million down from Rs 224.7 million a year earlier and against a net loss of Rs 148.1 million in preceding quarter ended March 31, 2012.

    The company said its exhibition business showed a growth of 33 per cent in the overall revenues driven by strong box office performance and food & beverage revenues.

    During the quarter under review and subsequent period the company added 13 screens at Jalandhar, Ujjain and Ludhiana. The company at present operates 41 properties with 179 screens in 24 cities across the country.

    The company has significant expansion plans and intends to add another 69 screens in the remainder of 2012-13 in key markets like Pune, Bangalore, Nagpur, Mumbai, Mysore, Bilaspur, Panipat, Kolkata and Vijayawada.

    The company‘s subsidiary PVR bluO is also setting up bowling centers across the country with four new centers with 80 lanes slated to open in FY 2012-13.