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  • Tendulkar’s Smaaash acquires SVM Bowling and Gaming

    Tendulkar’s Smaaash acquires SVM Bowling and Gaming

    MUMBAI: Smaaash, a sports-based virtual entertainment company co-owned by Sachin Tendulkar, has acquired a 100 per cent stake in SVM Bowling and Gaming, a popular bowling and entertainment format operated by SVM Private Limited.

    Fractal Capital acted as the sole advisor to Smaaash for the PVR bluO and SVM deals.

    The new acquisition will add 13 centers to Smaaash’s blueprint in India, across Hyderabad, Mysore, Madurai, Vijaywada, Mangalore and Pune, and Smaaash will introduce its signature games at all locations.

    The deal is a part of the national growth strategy, and Smaaash will now be present in 26 centers across 13 cities in India, besides the one in the Mall Of America – the largest mall in the US.

    SVM’s strategy in Tier B and C towns and cities is what attracted Smaaash to the proposition, and theirstrong market relationships and customer-focused approach present a fantastic geographic, strategic and cultural fit for Smaaash.

    Smaaash Entertainment founder and chief imagination officer Shripal Morakhia said, “Our endeavour is to provide aspirational active experience and sports throughout India, whether it is a big metropolis or a small town. We are totally committed to “un-pause” the play button of all Indians. As consumer behaviours and expectations continue to be reshaped by experiences, we are sure that SVM’s infrastructure, coupled with Smaaash’s leadership in innovation will make this association unlock transformational synergies in the gaming space.

    SVM chairman Vijayender Tulla said, “The gaming and entertainment business will benefit greatly from consolidation, as the scale significantly enhances operational efficiencies and brand value.

    The transaction would enable us to focus more on our malls, multiplexes and medical sector businesses. I have been invited to be part of Smaaash Board.”

  • IDBI event face Tendulkar donates 100 pairs of shoes

    MUMBAI: Over 15k enthusiastic runners are expected to line up on race day on 20 August of IDBI Federal Life Insurance Mumbai Half Marathon’s second edition.

    Runners will soak in the architectural delights of “aamchi Mumbai,” as they chart the course along the famed majestic structures of South Mumbai. The run will be flagged off by face of the event, Mumbai’s Sachin Tendulkar from Kala Ghoda on Sunday.

    IDBI also announced their support for an initiative in donating shoes. Footwear, being an essential requirement for any runner, IDBI, in partnership with the Mumbai Road Runners, will provide running shoes to talented runners in need of footwear. Tendulkar kick-started the initiative by donating running shoes to five runners. He also donated 100 pairs of shoes on behalf of himself and his family to Green Soles with an aim to provide basic footwear to the underprivileged sections of the society.

    The registrations date has been extended until 30 July, 2017. The Expo will be open at Mumbai University, Kalina Campus in Santacruz from 18 August to 19 August where participants can come to collect their bibs and running kits.

    IDBI Federal Life Insurance CEO Vighnesh Shahane said, “We wanted to create a journey for these enthusiasts; and today we have marathons in four major cities in India, namely Mumbai, New Delhi, Kochi, Kolkata, and are delighted to see more and more people being conscious of their health and fitness.”

    Tendulkar said “It’s not the pace, but the participation that is important and that makes one a true champion. I envision a fitter tomorrow for India.”

    Race director Nagaraj Adiga said, “It’s not only about the race day, the preparation begins five months earlier. We start with the Inaugural run, and this year we had more than 3000 participants, followed by four training runs which had a marvellous turn-out with registrations closing on the first day itself. The response we received for the 24-hour stadium run was fantastic; there were 100 teams, with 60 people running for 24 hours. Mumbai runners have always given a great response to the marathon, this year as registrations have crossed the 20,000 mark.”

  • Master Blaster unveils new range of Toshiba laptops

    Master Blaster unveils new range of Toshiba laptops

    MUMBAI: Technology giant Toshiba has launched its new range of laptops in India. The brand ambassador Sachin Tendulkar has unveiled a new range of laptops in an event organised on 24 July.

    The brand has launched four new series of laptops (14 and 15.6-inch devices) named Satellite P series, S Series, L Series and C Series priced between Rs 37,961 and Rs 47,909.

    Toshiba India country head (DS Division) Sanjay Warke (as told to PTI) said “The company is witnessing strong growth in sales and will launch newer devices, backed by an aggressive marketing campaign.”

    Cricketing legend Tendulkar said, “I have been with Toshiba for three years. It‘s been a fantastic partnership. I got to know that in the year 1985 was the year when Toshiba introduced the first commercial laptop and since then they have not looked back.”

    “It‘s all about styling and performance,” added Tendulkar.

    On the launch of Toshiba‘s new range Toshiba India (PC Business) VP India – Sivakumar N was also present.