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  • B’wood supports Times’ ‘Remonetise India’

    B’wood supports Times’ ‘Remonetise India’

    MUMBAI: The demonetisation drive has taken the nation by storm and Bollywood is not less impacted. In an act of solidarity, B-town celebrities such as — Anil Kapoor, R Madhavan, Shilpa Shetty, Kabir Bedi, Javed Akhtar, Shabana Azmi and Manoj Bajpayee have come together to be the agents of change to help bring India’s economy back on track.

    Today, when our economy needs us more than ever, ‘Remonetise India – A Citizen’s Pledge’, Times Network’s nationwide campaign, is a call to rise and protect the world’s fastest growing economy. In a pledge to spend more in order to revive demand, aid the needy and help farmers sell their produce, the celebrities promote going cashless to make it available for those in need.

    The celebrities pledge as the soldiers of the economy to help the economy grow, to help fellow citizens participate in our new economy and to teach and educate people about digitization.

    Also participating in this nationwide movement are actors Sonam Kapoor, Sonu Sood, Raveen Tandon, Manoj Bajpayee, Neha Dhupia, Tisca Chopra, and Sonali Bendre along with socialite Shaina NC, ace photographer Atul Kasbekar and Bollywood’s favourite designer Manish Malhotra.

  • CoD: CEO Kundra no longer offers ‘Best Deal’

    CoD: CEO Kundra no longer offers ‘Best Deal’

    MUMBAI: Prospects of Best Deal TV seemed to be bleak as Raj Kundra, the husband of Shilpa Shetty, who was the CEO of the home shopping channel, has put in his papers.

    Best Deal TV was launched in March 2015 by Kundra and Shetty who jointly owned a majority stake while Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar owned eight per cent as part of his endorsement deal with the channel, whereas UY Industries MD Deepak Kothari invested a significant amount.

    Best Deal, in December 2016, had suspended operations after experiencing a sharp falls in business after demonetisation, which directly affected cash-on-delivery (CoD) — the most preferred way of payment in India.  Soon after, on 15 December 2016 itself, Kundra reportedly sent his resignation to the company.

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  • CoD: CEO Kundra no longer offers ‘Best Deal’

    CoD: CEO Kundra no longer offers ‘Best Deal’

    MUMBAI: Prospects of Best Deal TV seemed to be bleak as Raj Kundra, the husband of Shilpa Shetty, who was the CEO of the home shopping channel, has put in his papers.

    Best Deal TV was launched in March 2015 by Kundra and Shetty who jointly owned a majority stake while Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar owned eight per cent as part of his endorsement deal with the channel, whereas UY Industries MD Deepak Kothari invested a significant amount.

    Best Deal, in December 2016, had suspended operations after experiencing a sharp falls in business after demonetisation, which directly affected cash-on-delivery (CoD) — the most preferred way of payment in India.  Soon after, on 15 December 2016 itself, Kundra reportedly sent his resignation to the company.

    Also Read:

    Best Deal TV appoints Hari Trivedi as COO

    Shop CJ’s regional space initiatives for revenue boost

     

  • nexGTv announces the launch of nexGTv Yoga app

    nexGTv announces the launch of nexGTv Yoga app

    MUMBAI: If you have ever thought of learning yoga from the experts and doing it like a pro, then look no further! nexGTv, India’s largest subscription-led app, has announced the launch of the nexGTv Yoga app. The app will allow nexGTv users around the world to learn yoga techniques and practices on-the-go through videos by expert practitioners such as Baba Ramdev and Mukul Dev, as well as celeb coaches such as Shilpa Shetty and Bipasha Basu. With the growing popularity of yoga and the success of the recently-concluded International Yoga Day, the latest development from the nexGTv stables will actively contribute to spread yoga awareness and assist individuals in adopting yoga practices into their everyday lives.

    The launch of an exclusive yoga app by nexGTv will especially delight fitness enthusiasts, who will now have access to a host of videos on meditation, breathing techniques and yoga postures anytime, anywhere. The videos – catering to both beginners and experts – will lay emphasis on instant health improvement, increased body fitness, height increase, muscle toning, ENT treatments, joints and back bone pain relief, improving strength & vitality, detoxification, relaxation, increasing concentration and curing diabetes. One can take one’s pick from a wide variety of carefully curated TV shows like Baba Ramdev Yoga, Yoga by Mukul Dev, Yoga Jeevan Ki Lay, Mind Body Soul, Bipasha Break Free, Shilpa Yoga, Music and Raga Therapy and much more. However, users must ensure that they consult a trained yoga expert before practicing yoga postures demonstrated in the videos.

    Speaking on the launch, Abhesh Verma, COO, nexGTv, said, “Practicing yoga has gained a tremendous momentum of late with classes being conducted in traditional gyms, in the park, or even in corporate offices. However, considering the hectic work schedules of many professionals, fitting yoga classes in often becomes somewhat tough. The nexGTv Yoga App is perfect for people who feel crunched for time but still want to learn more about this ancient science of fitness. By adding yoga to their morning routine, individuals can enhance their flexibility, relaxation, strength and fitness levels even if they are travelling frequently. We are confident that our Yoga app will deliver great value and a highly engaging and convenient way for our users to bring a healthy balance to their daily routine.”

    The nexGTv Yoga app also integrates several state-of-the-art features that add great value for end-users and make their fitness experience user-friendly and engaging. Individuals crunched for time can find the most relevant videos to fit their schedules through the ‘Quicky’ feature. Moreover, the ‘Data Saving’mode lets users streamline their data consumption while on the move, helping them extend the validity of their mobile data packs.

    And there is more! The nexGTv Yoga app lets you share videos on social media platforms through Social Connect, allowing you to keep your friends and family up to date with the latest fitness trend. With more features such as a vibrant UI and minimized player window, the nexGTv Yoga app is the perfect assistant to help you start working on a healthy body and sound mind. So what are you waiting for? Download the nexGTv Yoga app right away from http://r.nexg.tv/nexgtvyogaand work your way towards a better, fitter and healthier you!

    Give a miss call on 01204848227 to download the nexGTv Yoga App.

  • nexGTv announces the launch of nexGTv Yoga app

    nexGTv announces the launch of nexGTv Yoga app

    MUMBAI: If you have ever thought of learning yoga from the experts and doing it like a pro, then look no further! nexGTv, India’s largest subscription-led app, has announced the launch of the nexGTv Yoga app. The app will allow nexGTv users around the world to learn yoga techniques and practices on-the-go through videos by expert practitioners such as Baba Ramdev and Mukul Dev, as well as celeb coaches such as Shilpa Shetty and Bipasha Basu. With the growing popularity of yoga and the success of the recently-concluded International Yoga Day, the latest development from the nexGTv stables will actively contribute to spread yoga awareness and assist individuals in adopting yoga practices into their everyday lives.

    The launch of an exclusive yoga app by nexGTv will especially delight fitness enthusiasts, who will now have access to a host of videos on meditation, breathing techniques and yoga postures anytime, anywhere. The videos – catering to both beginners and experts – will lay emphasis on instant health improvement, increased body fitness, height increase, muscle toning, ENT treatments, joints and back bone pain relief, improving strength & vitality, detoxification, relaxation, increasing concentration and curing diabetes. One can take one’s pick from a wide variety of carefully curated TV shows like Baba Ramdev Yoga, Yoga by Mukul Dev, Yoga Jeevan Ki Lay, Mind Body Soul, Bipasha Break Free, Shilpa Yoga, Music and Raga Therapy and much more. However, users must ensure that they consult a trained yoga expert before practicing yoga postures demonstrated in the videos.

    Speaking on the launch, Abhesh Verma, COO, nexGTv, said, “Practicing yoga has gained a tremendous momentum of late with classes being conducted in traditional gyms, in the park, or even in corporate offices. However, considering the hectic work schedules of many professionals, fitting yoga classes in often becomes somewhat tough. The nexGTv Yoga App is perfect for people who feel crunched for time but still want to learn more about this ancient science of fitness. By adding yoga to their morning routine, individuals can enhance their flexibility, relaxation, strength and fitness levels even if they are travelling frequently. We are confident that our Yoga app will deliver great value and a highly engaging and convenient way for our users to bring a healthy balance to their daily routine.”

    The nexGTv Yoga app also integrates several state-of-the-art features that add great value for end-users and make their fitness experience user-friendly and engaging. Individuals crunched for time can find the most relevant videos to fit their schedules through the ‘Quicky’ feature. Moreover, the ‘Data Saving’mode lets users streamline their data consumption while on the move, helping them extend the validity of their mobile data packs.

    And there is more! The nexGTv Yoga app lets you share videos on social media platforms through Social Connect, allowing you to keep your friends and family up to date with the latest fitness trend. With more features such as a vibrant UI and minimized player window, the nexGTv Yoga app is the perfect assistant to help you start working on a healthy body and sound mind. So what are you waiting for? Download the nexGTv Yoga app right away from http://r.nexg.tv/nexgtvyogaand work your way towards a better, fitter and healthier you!

    Give a miss call on 01204848227 to download the nexGTv Yoga App.

  • Saffolalife creates awareness drive to #ProtectHerHeart

    Saffolalife creates awareness drive to #ProtectHerHeart

    MUMBAI: On World Heart Day, Saffolalife urged several couples along with Shilpa Shetty Kundra and Raj Kundra to participate in a morning walk together. This first-of-its-kind event was to create awareness of women’s heart health in India. A study has shown that two out of four Indian women are at risk of heart problems due to increasing weight. The morning walk on Carter Road set the tone for a new movement as the couples then pledged to walk together daily for 30 minutes as a simple yet valuable step to #ProtectHerHeart.

     

    The organisers also devised a unique weight-heart test, that helps assess the impact of fitness levels on your heart health. Accessible on www.saffolalife.com, the test helps understand the impact of your weight on your heart.

     

    Shilpa Shetty Kundra said, “As women, we tend to overlook our health while caring for our families. I was surprised to learn that two out of four Indian women are at risk of heart problems due to increasing weight. We are concerned about putting on weight, but don’t realise how it’s taking a toll on our hearts. This World Heart Day, I am grateful that Saffolalife is encouraging all of us to start going for a daily 30-minute walk as a beginning towards protecting our hearts.”

     

    Best Deal TV CEO and co-founder Raj Kundra added, “It’s the small things that make a difference. If we make time to walk together daily for 30 minutes, it’ll go a long way in protecting our hearts. Moreover, it’s a great way to get some much-needed we-time into our busy lives! Just like Shilpa and I, we hope you also take the pledge to walk together and care for your heart health.”

  • Best Deal TV ties up with Amazon.in

    Best Deal TV ties up with Amazon.in

    MUMBAI: The newly launched home shopping channel Best Deal TV has partnered with e-commerce giant Amazon.in. Through this, customers will get an opportunity to buy a variety of celebrity backed fashion and lifestyle products on Amazon.in platform too.

     

    Amazon Fashion, India head Vikas Purohit said, “Our exclusive tie-up with India’s first celebrity home shopping channel, Best Deal TV reinforces our vision of transforming the way India sells and buys. We believe that tele-shopping and online shopping will work in synergy for Indian consumers, giving them more and varied selection of products and purchase options. We look forward to delighting our customers across the country with our offering of wide and unique selection at low prices and fast delivery experience.”

     

    Best Deal TV CEO Raj Kundra added, “We are delighted to launch our products exclusively on India’s largest online store, Amazon.in and help consumers buy not just celebrity endorsed products but also affordable quality products from Best Deal TV selection on Amazon India. Reaching out to the consumers in every nook and corner of the country with exclusive brands especially endorsed by celebrities is now possible with Amazon India.”

     

    The fashion and jewellery collection includes Shilpa Shetty’s designer Slim Shape Jeans, her very own line of sarees, Satyug Mangalsutra bracelet, Neeta Lulla’s sarees and Anushka Dandekar’s line of jeggings. The platform will soon launch Akshay Kumar’s exclusive AK clothing range and many more just a click away. The beauty and lifestyle selection includes products from other Bollywood and famous celebrities like Akshay Kumar’s Twist Head-phones, Neha Dhupia’s hair extensions, Farah Khan’s air loc containers, Bipasha Basu’s suggested air fryers, celebrity endorsed and owned mobile phone brands, TV’s and many more such exciting and innovative products. 

  • Discovery Channel to telecast ‘The Story of Yoga’ in multiple languages

    Discovery Channel to telecast ‘The Story of Yoga’ in multiple languages

    MUMBAI: Celebrating the first International Day of Yoga, Discovery Channel will premiere The Story of Yoga, an inspirational voyage into a discipline that embraces a holistic approach to a healthy mind, body and spirit in five Indian languages.

     

    The Story of Yoga will air on 21 June at 9 pm on Discovery Channel in Hindi, English, Tamil, Telegu and Bangla. The show will also simulcast on Discovery HD World.

     

    The hour-long special will take viewers through a fascinating journey to rediscover the age-old practice and explore the evolution, mysticism, spiritualism and cultural ethos of yoga. It will also capture its journey to the West and its emergence into the modern society and popular culture.

     

    Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his address at UN General Assembly, called to mark an International Day of Yoga, which has now been declared to be held every year on 21 June.

     

    Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific executive vice president and general manager South Asia Rahul Johri said, “The Story of Yoga is one of the most comprehensive narratives that provide an in-depth view on the evolution of yoga from an ancient practice to a lifestyle choice that’s making tremendous impact on people’s lives around the world. We are delighted to be part of this great initiative led by India’s Honourable Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi to turn 21 June into a people’s movement and are extremely pleasedto showcase a truly fascinating story of yoga to our viewers around the globe.”

     

    The Story of Yoga offers viewers an elaborate view into prominent yoga schools, the lives of new age gurus and trends. It traces unique forms of yoga, explores the traditional approach to yoga, understands Aurobindo’s philosophy among other things across yoga schools such as Iyengar School at Pune, Bihar School of Yoga at Munger, Internal Yoga at Pondicherry, Sivananda Ashram in Rishikesh and many more. The Story of Yoga visits yogpeeths and modern retreats to offer a never-seen-before look into yoga’s techniques, applications and philosophy.

     

    Through the show, viewers meet the Art of Living founder Ravi Shankar, modern yoga exponent Bharat Thakur, Bollywood stars and yoga practitioners like Anil Kapoor and Shilpa Shetty along with yoga guru Baba Ramdev to understand the spiritual and healing powers of yoga.

     

    Navigating through the world, from India to California and Brazil to get a world perspective from new age spiritualist Deepak Chopra and celebrity yogini Deepika Mehta, the programme demystifies yoga’s worldwide appeal.

  • Times Network restructures sales team; aims to accelerate growth

    Times Network restructures sales team; aims to accelerate growth

    MUMBAI: Times Network has restructured its sales team, which reflects a new stronger growth-oriented operating model.

     

    As part of the restructuring, Times Network head branded content Hemant Arora has been elevated as Times Now and ET Now sales head. Arora has more than 17 years of experience in media sales, including print, internet and television. He started his career at The Times of India in 1997. 

     

    Hersh Bhandari has been given the charge as Times Now national head of ad sales. “I expect Hersh to restore the true premium value that the lead English News platform deserves to the business,” said Times Network MD & CEO MK Anand.

     

    Shilpa Shetty will take over as ET Now national head of ad sales. Since joining ET Now, Shetty has been instrumental in increasing the channel’s revenue. A tough taskmaster, she is also the first woman to rise to the position of head of sales from within the Times Network.

     

    Gaurav Dhawan has been made the head of English Entertainment channels’ cluster. With 17 years of extensive experience in managing advertising revenue driven business across television, print and web, Dhawan has an advantage in meeting his challenging new assignment, where he is pitted against Star’s English Entertainment business.

     

    ET Now north head Jogajyoti Pati has been elevated as Times Network national head of ad sales, whereas Rohit Tugnait will don the new role of zoOm national head of ad sales & brand solutions. 

     

    The initiative aims at providing significant growth opportunities and greater responsibilities to the existing leadership in the advertising and sales team, which will also inculcate the Network’s new brand philosophy of – ‘Now or Nothing.’

     

    Anand added, “This refinement in our working model is designed to keep up with the momentum we had been sailing on through whole of the last year. While 2015 was one of hygiene improvements, 2016 will be a watershed year during which we will make an all-out effort to correct our price:value equation and build our revenue base.”

  • Colors & Ekta Kapoor partner for Television Style Awards

    Colors & Ekta Kapoor partner for Television Style Awards

    MUMBAI: Over the years, there have been many style trends that have put Indian television on the global map. These trends have, often single handedly, added to the soaring popularity of television shows making them an endearing proposition for viewers.

     

    To deliver the same, Colors in association with Marinating Films, a subsidiary of Ekta Kapoor’s Balaji Telefilms is set to launch the first ever Television Style Awards. The event is scheduled to take place in Mumbai on 13 March.

     

    The awards will recognise the trends and the trendsetters of the television industry that have penetrated into the very heartland of the country. It aims at celebrating Indian television’s most stylish and fashionable stars, who have made an impact across the globe. The event will bring together a unique blend of glamour, fun and entertainment. The style-filled evening will pay homage to those style trends which have been created by television stars that have carved a niche in the world of glamour in over 22 categories.

     

    The winners, across categories, have been handpicked by the jury members namely Karan Johar, Shilpa Shetty, Manish Malhotra and Dabboo Ratnani. 

     

    Colors CEO Raj Nayak said, “We hope that these awards encourage costume designers across the spectrum to push the envelope further to create path-breaking trends. The Television Style Awards aims at celebrating the icons who have contributed towards the growth and development of the television entertainment industry. We are happy to have associated with Ekta Kapoor and Balaji Telefilms for this unique offering.”

     

    Moreover, it will bring together the entire television industry as the best trendsetters receive due credit for creating impactful style statements. The awards evening will be hosted by Karan Johar and Manish Paul. It will also witness a volley of incredibly stylized and high-voltage performances by the most prominent faces from the television industry.

     

    Balaji Telefilms group CEO Sameer Nair believes that television and style are two integral elements, which are consumed by viewers in different forms on a daily basis. “Through the Television Style Awards, we are attempting to recognise the contribution of the various members of the television industry for making small-screen style a global phenomenon. Partnering with the channel on such an endeavour has been fantastic,” added Nair.