Ambicious Nightcrawler videographer

Jake Gyllenhaal has not only produced it but also starred as the protagonist of the movie. The film is a window into the lives of videographers who prowl the nights in search of news and events that can earn them a living and make a name in the ruthless industry that knows you only by the last breaking news you covered.

The marketing campaign will capture the essence of the movie’s storyline. Louis Bloom who is a ‘stringer’- a freelance cameraman who scours the city end-to-end looking to film the next big news story. We ask the audience to turn into reporters themselves, the viewers will have to take a look at the image shared on the twitter handle and report what they see happening in the scene via tweets. They will need to do it in the style of a reported ‘Breaking News’. Just like Louis Bloom, they get to be reporters for a day.

Varun Dhwan is in training mode for Dishoom

Varun who was busy shooting for his upcoming film in Abu Dabi is back and now he is busy with underwater training. 

Their is a lot of action in Dishoom so Varun keeps preparing for it. 

Innogration of FICCI FRAMES 2016.

Richa Chadha's saxiest ever avtar in Cabaret

Here is a picture of lead actress Richa Chadha from the song Paani Paani.... in the film Cabaret. The song was launched on Wednesday, March 30. T-Series and Wave Cinemas' Ponty Chadha in association with Raju Chadha present a Fisheye Network Productions' ‘CABARET’ directed by Kaustav Narayan Niyogi. The film stars Richa Chadha, Gulshan Deviah, Gulshan Grover, Sreesanth and Sharad Kapoor with a special appearance by Rahul Roy. The film has been produced by Pooja Bhatt's Fisheye Network Productions. Cabaret releases on May 6, 2016

Kareena Kapoor reveals her Ki side

By Harshada Vedpathak

She got acting in her vein so she is not scared to take challenges. Ki & Ka his her forthcoming film were she is playing working woman against the man who want to be a house husband…sound interesting…find out more from this interview

Is Ki and Ka is the rare film of which you are confident from the beginning?

Not at all…. I am very happy that film of this kind has made. You must have seen many actors giving an interviews saying that film is different…hatke…but in real Ki and Ka is seriously different from rest of films. Because you had not seen this kind of concept or this kind of issue been address. It’s a story of two people were a guy has no ambition and a girl with an ambition.  It’s different kind of film with different kind of test. And it’s got the right kind of energy.

It seems to be more of a role reversal film?

This is not a role reversal film. People had only made that out because Arjun is dancing in the film with high hills. It’s a beautiful film of two people. I am in the office and he is at home then obviously he only will cook the food. The whole film is about the relationship of two people. It’s beautiful fun film to watch.

So Ki and Ka has some social message to pass it on?

We are not making any docudrama here and this film is not at all boring kind. This film is entertainment fun film based on relationship as I had mentioned earlier. In the grab of entertainment if audience can pick up any message then they are welcome.

How was working with Arjun Kapoor, as he is from the younger lot of talented actor?

I have known him before he became an actor. Had worked with his father and we are family friends. But he is very good and he is surprisingly amazing in this film. Few days back we had trial screening of this film and everyone loves Arjun in this film.

There is buzz about yours and Arjun’s pairing, which seem to be very unusual?

Ki and Ka required person like Arjun and somebody like me into the film. And I don’t think anyone else could have played the role of house husband other than Arjun. Because Arjun has got that masculine look and that confidence to say on the screen that I want be like my mother. Now days you see heroes are busy making their mussels so looking at them you know hero is coming. But this film is about different kind of a guy so Arjun was perfect for the roll. And you had to see a girl who is very feminine. But she is slightly crazy and she is fun so she jumps into this experimental marriage with that kind of guy.

Promos of Ki and Ka been appreciated by many once again you had proven as an actress. What do you have to say on that?

That’s not the only thing but the way Balki has shoot it. Idea of the film also plays important role  here. It has different kind of performance were I just have to prepared very casually as it was real kind of character. I just have to be one of the girl who is working in marketing agency. Otherwise normally you know performances are mistaken when you are crying, shouting or action scene is happening but this film is not at all about it. You are being very real and very normal. And that is very difficult.

Overall Ki and Ka looks as fun film. So one can say you are back to that fun zone kind of films?

This is a fun film. It’s entertaining but at the same time it got a twist to it. This is deeper film then what people are thinking. It’s fun film but a different kind of film, which I have never done before.

As you had mentioned focus has shifted to body building then acting?

Many actor and actress are busy in body building. They work out in the gym and practice many thing. Very few people are interested into doing something like performance based.

Is that a trend or pressure of industry?

May be there are many trainers (Laughs) around. I don’t think so there is any kind of pressure from anywhere. But you have to decide what you want. And this is a film I want to be a part of. But I don’t know why the focus has shifted. But in this industry physicality is important. Being in visual medium you have to look good. But not necessarily, everyone has to have six pack abs.

But Salman Khan is the one who has started this trend?

That is but he is genetically blessed. He has fabulous body. He looks good and the kind of roll he does it required that kind of body. But I don’t know why is that actress are running behind toned looks

Do you think we don’t have those kinds of directors who can conceptualize different kind of story. Or we don’t have good script coming in?

I don’t agree, as Shakun Batra is really good when he made Kapoor & Sons or Ek Mei Aur Ek Tu. So there are directors. But there might be few and far but they exist.

In the press conference of Ki and Ka, Arjun Kapoor said I am working with ‘The Kareena Kapoor’, do you gives out vibes to lesser experience actors?

I had worked with everybody. I am very easy going actor. I am interested in my work and nothing else. I just want to do my job well. But besides this, I know Arjun been dearest friend for the longer time. I was in London when Arjun messaged me saying he has signed Balki’s film. I was happy for him as he is such a good director. We were then generally chatting and we did not know that we will end up doing this project. When I return from London, Balki message me about this film and I had asked him is this for the same film and here I am.

Kareena, lot has been spoken about the kissing scene in the film. Do you think some films use it as a selling point?

I don’t think so…. In this film we are playing husband and wife, so we are talking about the fact that they are in marriage. So they obviously will kiss, we are living in 2016. Please, we need to wake up to certain reality and understand it. We are over that phase were cashing it on kissing scene use to happened. And to talk about the director R. Balki, he is the one director; I can vouch for who will never use those tactics. And he need not have to do it, as we all know that he had made films like Chinikum, Pa, Shamitabh. And he has worked with most talented actors across. He doesn’t need to do this encasing kind of things. The idea about this film is, they have intimate scene but it’s an integral part of the film, it’s not like they are there just for the sake off.

What is your definition of woman Empowerment?

Now a day I see woman everywhere in almost all the field. Today no girl wants to sit at home and be a kind of women to produce children. At the same time, jobs are welcoming women. Probably we can multitask in a better way.

Why don’t you get on social media? In the case of Shashi Kapoor’s death rumour it could have been helpful for the clarification?

Who is interested in my opinion? And when people say oh she does not read news papers. That’s a misinformation people have. My roles are such that people think I am not aware about many things. I am not out here to show I am well read. People had written so much that I don’t even bother to clarify and it’s beyond me. At the same time people who knows me, knows that I have an opinion on many things, I read lots about current affairs. In fact I read more on scroll India then any bollywood websites.

Rishi uncle and Ranbeer had cleared it on Twitter. But I think I should have clarified it to press but I don’t know about Twitter.

As you are open for the opinion, what do you have to say about Hrithik and Kangana saga?

On that topic I don’t have an opinion. Because it’s very personal. It’s so sad also; I am very fond of both of them. So I really don’t want to give my opinion. And it doesn’t matter as it does not feature in my life.

As many actress are doing action films. You also had been a part of few action films. So when can we see you doing action scene in the film?

I am not interested to do any action films, as I had been offered it many are time. As I can’t imagine myself flying off, I am too feminine for that.

In future will we see you doing films with Karishma? Now as that you have banner also, we get to see you producing one?

I would love to do it, but there no script on sisters around. I don’t think so I shall be producing films.

 Are their any offers from West?

I don’t want to do western films. If everybody is doing Hollywood it don’t mean that even I should also start doing it. I have not been approached so far and I am not interested also. What Priyanka Chopra has done is great.  She is the only actor from India who has put mainstream Indian cinema on map.  And she is doing it in a fantastic way. In my case my priorities in life are different.

Now a day we don’t see you doing many films, what’s holding you?

I can’t do five movies in a year. I don’t want to do five films a year.

So can we call you leady Khan of the film industry?

I got that surname only because I am married to Saif Ali Khan (laugh…). I will do more films but I don’t want to do more than one or two films a year. I think I have been lucky and sometime right choice of films helped me. I don’t look at it like Leady Khan, I see myself as an actor who want to do good films. It’s not like that I don’t want to do more films. But problem is that I am not liking whatever I have been offer. I think there is some problem with me or those stories. In last six months, I have not liked a singl movie. If you ask me what I am doing post Ki and Ka, I simply don’t know….

Do you think we don’t have good writers? So no good scripts are floating around and in result of which you are doing fewer films?

I think there are good scripts and few writers around.  Who do come out with something new?

What’s next? You are doing Rajkumar’s film and Saif Ali Khan’s Badshaho?

I had some script issue with Rajkumar’s film. So that didn’t work out. But some day I would like to work with him. Let me clear it out that, I was never been a part of Badshaho. I was offered that film but I said no. But it has nothing to do with Saif Ali Khan being part of it. So after Ki and Ka, I have Udta Panjab.

What do you do when you are not shooting?

I love reading, especially current affairs. Love reading some amazing books. I watch films.  I go to gym. And listening to very bad scripts (laugh). My new houses are being done up so I have to work with my architect. I was busy shooting Ki and Ka then Udta Panjab, so I am bit free now to catch up with all my hobbies and work.

On lighter note, any love advice for Ranbeer Kapoor? Now how is your equation with Katrina Kaif?

Why will I do that? I have no advice for Ranbeer as he is very sensible and matured man. He is old enough to take his own decision. To talk about my equation with Katrina, is the same. Why it should change. I am on my own kind of person and I take my own decision.

Farida Jalal and Kulbhushan Kharbanda comes together for Love Shots

Y-Films, Yash Raj Films’ youth wing, short film anthology ‘Love Shots’ premieres their naughtiest film titled ‘Scandal Point’ starring veterans Farida Jalal & Kulbhushan Kharbanda. Directed by Ankur Tewari, the film tells the story of a senior citizen couple reliving their romantic college days when they used to drive up to a favorite cootchie coo point when they’re rudely accosted by a cop. The short also features a very trippy original soundtrack composed & perfomed by the Gaurav Dagaonkar featuring Arunima & Anurag .

Adds Faridaji, “After over 5 decades of being in the industy and acted in virtually every format including films, television, advertising, it’s incredible to still have a chance to debut in a new digital format and work with such a young crew in such a fun film.”

Producer Ashish Patil added, “It was an honor and pleasure to get a chance to work with legends Faridaji & Kulbhushanji. They were without a doubt the youngest and naughtiest cast we’ve ever worked with –showing us how love is timeless, ageless and often shameless ;). This story is particularly special because it is inspired by my parents and features the trippiest song of the album, Babu Moshai!”

Adds, Gaurav Dagaonkar, the composer, “Working on Babu Moshai was so much fun! We are very confident that this one will get stuck in everyone’s head. Kudos to Y-films for pushing the envelope by having a soundtrack on this unique and fun web series!”

The music for Love Shots is exclusively available on Wynk music for a period of 3 days before its release. Mr. Srini Gopalan – Director – Consumer Business, Airtel, says, “Airtel has been a pioneer in the Indian telecom industry and is leading the 4G growth story in the country. Smartphones and fast mobile internet have transformed the way we consume content, with video emerging as the most popular form. Consumers, in particular, the multi-tasking youth, are looking for engaging video content to snack on and we believe Love Shots from YRF will set a new benchmark in short storytelling. As the leading smartphone network, Airtel is very excited to be a part of this innovative project.”

Love Shots is an anthology of 6 short films that explore love in every form, shape and stage in life. It features an absolute never before coming together of some of the most exciting actors playing delightful characters including Nimrat Kaur, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Salim Merchant, Tillotama Shome, Saqib Saleem, Shweta Tripathi, Farida Jalal, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Rhea Chakraborty, Saba Azad & Mohit Marwah, Swanand Kirkire, Shubham Tukaram, Shravani Desai among others. And the soundtrack features 6 original songs by some of the freshest upcoming musicians of today showcasing a range of genres. The 6 music videos will be attached to each individual short film and have been directed by Shraddha Pasi Jairath.

Neetu Chandra’s Mithila Makhaan wins Best Maithili Film National Award

The 63^rd National Film Awards declared today had the best of talent grabbing the coveted trophies in their respective area of excellence. It was indeed the day everyone had been waiting for to salute Indian cinema’s best for the year 2015. 

Actress-entrepreneur Neetu Chandra feels proud as her movie Mithila Makhaan (Maithili language) produced by her production house, Champaran Talkies, has won Best Maithili Film in the language section.

Directed by Nitin Chandra (Neetu’s brother), Mithila Makhaan is the first ever film in the history of Bihar and Jharkhand to get a National award.

Neetu Chandra says of her proud win, “It’s a moment of great pride. I have always believed in standing by my roots – ‘More rooted you are, more global you would be!’ It’s a great positioning and laurels for the land of Rajendra Prasad, Bismillah Khan, Nalanda University and many more.”

Director Nitin Neera Chandra says, “Thanks to the National Award panel for selecting our film. This is a collective achievement for our language and identity. We are just warming up to bring more laurels to cinema and Bihar.”

Mithila Makhan is the first Maithili language film to be extensively shot in USA, Canada, India and Nepal. The movie takes Maithili language cinema on to a new horizon considering the film’s budget, script, cast and cinematography.

The movie also opened the film festival – ‘Bihar: Ek Virasat & Film Mahotsav 2016’ in Patna recently.

Huma Qureshi is getting language perfect for Malayalam film

Huma Qureshi will make her debut in Malayalam film industry with the horror flick, White alongside south megastar Mammootty.  

The talented actress, who is quite excited about making her foray into the South industry, had to speak Malayalam and get the dialect right in the horror flick, directed by Uday Ananthan.

In order to speak Malayalam fluently, Huma had to learn the language and work on her accent. Accordingly, the director had arranged for a tutor who used to come on sets and help Huma learn the language during breaks.

After the initial few lessons, the tutor regularly visited Huma on the sets, and trained her in between her shots. What surprised the makers, however, was the pace at which Huma picked up the accent and the basics of the language as well.

Interestingly, director Uday, who was quite impressed with her dedication, also told the gorgeous actress that she should do more movies in south as there is a dearth of good actresses.

Huma says, “Shooting for White has turned out to be exciting as it has a number of firsts. It’s my first South film where I had to learn Malayalam language among several other things. I used to sit with the tutor during my breaks, and he helped me familiarise with the nuances of the language, and I’m thankful to him.” 

Nidhi and Siddhi Dutta launches Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo

Veteran filmmaker JP Dutta’s talented daughters – Nidhi Dutta and Siddhi Dutta have recently ventured into e-commerce fashion by launching their website ‘Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo’.

Nidhi, who will be making her big Bollywood this year as an actor with Jee Bhar Ke Jee Le, produced by JP Dutta under JP Gene banner and directed by Binoy Gandhi, insists the website 'Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo' is all about fulfilling one’s fashion needs.

Nidhi informs, “Siddhi and I have been thinking about this. She has done a short fashion course in London too. But this is basically about using our knowledge to get you what your heart desires.”

Nidhi and her sister Siddhi’s knowledge of fashion come from traveling and shopping all over the country and world, thanks to their father’s profession.

“Be it Kolkata or Lucknow, I can tell you what to get where. And if you want clothes that look like designer wear, but can’t afford them, I will find you a cheaper option and even customise it for you. Or if you want an affordable but expensive looking bag, I can tell you where in London we can source it from. It’s all about using our contacts.” Nidhi adds.

Kangana Ranaut won National award for Tanu Weds Manu 2

"Its the best birthday gift i could have got. I am thrilled and feel blessed. Specially since Mr Bachchan is the best actor with me. Now i am thinking about what to wear for the ceremony" Kangana Ranaut on her national award

Madhuri Dixit's nephew launch

Yet another talented actor Shehaan Dixit embarks on his journey in Bollywood and entertainment industry. Last night saw a number of renowned guests including actors, singers, designers, entrepreneurs, politician and well-wishers alike who were present for the new actor Shehaan's launch announcement hosted by his father, Satish Dixit at a popular suburban venue. Amidst much fanfare, Shehaan Dixit was introduced in front of the media. He was overwhelmed with all the love and blessings of his supporters and thanked everyone for their faith in his acting abilities and genuine encouragement.

For the past few months Shehaan has been dedicatedly grooming and prepping himself in various aspects for his advent in Bollywood. He is currently in the process of reading scripts and will soon announce his debut project. Although his aunt, Madhuri Dixit, couldn't make it to his launch party as she wasn't in the city, she sent him good wishes. He already has her vote of confidence!

 

India's first live ride sharing app launched

Rannvijay Singha, Raghu Ram, Rajiv Laxman and Anita Hassanandani launched India’s first live ride sharing app along with the Founder, Rashid Khan and Co-Founder, Ritvik Mathur. The app provides convenient and affordable alternatives to commercially owned car and bikes. The digitization of services and increasing interest of the common man coupled with the growth of internet penetration

has led to the start of this social enterprise.

Rannvijay Singha said, “Using Liftiee is easier and quicker than waiting for a cab or an auto rickshaw, all you require is this app downloaded on your mobile phone. Through Liftiee we are attempting to build an impactful digital commerce ecosystem that creates life-changing experiences for daily travellers.” Anita Hassanandani who is also an investor in Liftiee said, “People taking different modes of transport have different problems. Liftiee is a breeze to use and will change the way people travel.”

“It connects you with verified car/ bike owners going your way at the same time so one starts ride-sharing in a matter of minutes. There’s no long term commitment as each carpool is for a single trip and utmost care has been taken to ensure all the safety precautions with verified profiles and an SOS button. We offer the cheapest way of commuting in India at a rate of Rs. 10/ - for 0-3 kms. So practically a trip with us is cheaper than your morning cup of tea!” says Rashid Khan, Founder & CEO of Liftiee. Rashid also happens to be the first ever sports professional in India to foray into a tech start-up.

“But that’s not it”, continues Ritvik Mathur, Co-Founder & COO of Liftiee. “Liftiee also is India’s first ever concept of bike ride-sharing. So the next time you’re stuck in traffic, we have just the perfect solution for you. You can take a lift on someone’s bike or give a lift to someone on your bike.”

For the first time ever a sports professional and celebrities have collaborated together for this unique app that’s just not easing the daily commuting for the people across the country but is also helping reduce pollution and traffic. Liftiee is available for download on Google Play and will soon be available on IOS App Store. 

63rd Best Film Award goes to Dum Laga ke Haisha

BHAVNA TALWAR’S HEIDI' SHOOTING BEGUN

After making waves with her debut feature ‘Dharm’ which bagged the National film award and premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, acclaimed director Bhavna Talwar has a force to reckon with.

Her next feature, a major International production, which is an adaptation of the much-loved children’s Book ‘Heidi’ has begun its second schedule in Spain, following the UK Schedule and stars heavy weight actors such as Bill Nighy, Mark Williams and Helen Baxendale among others.

While Talwar is all set to make her mark internationally, she has chosen to work with a core Indian crew, including noted cinematographer Binod Pradhan and Action director Sham Kaushal, in addition to her core creative team.

“Cinema is a universal language and I know and our production company has worked closely with Shamji and Binod, it was not just about the comfort level but also the fact that they are world class talent. It’s been a pleasure working with them” Said director Bhavna Talwar.

Being filmed in pristine locations of Spain, Heidi – Queen of the Mountains is already among one of the anticipated releases.

“This is a truly collaborative film, we have a huge Indian crew, working alongside Spanish and UK crew members.  Each bringing to the table a wealth of experience and skill set. This is the reason we all got into filmmaking.”  Concluded Talwar.

Spring-Summer Collection tips from Juby McDonald

Spring is the perfect season to stay cool and look hot! You have the liberty to flaunt your style in peekaboo chiffons, silk dresses, delicate lace and net throws. If you are wondering where you can find all these outfits, the latest Spring Summer collection from Juby McDonald is the answer! The very coveted luxury brand has launched its exuberant selection of fashion forward ensembles and has the most vibrant outfits to offer this season.

The colors that are going to rule this season and paint the breeze are bright oranges, peaches, blues and even lighter hues of green. These colors are apt as they flatter all skin tones and with the right outfit, you are bound to make heads turn. You can pick a think white, cobalt blue or even a black sequin dress in a high shine fabric and make a stunning style statement. This year, Spanish influences are set to make a grand comeback so you can experiment with ruffles on the hem or add a delicate lace to make your outfit stand out. The classy, opulent and effervescent dresses in stylish cuts and flowy fabrics will be the go-to option for all party-goers. The ideal combination for an exciting night-out is high shine fabrics and sequins or opt for a long flowing dresses in light silks or chiffons.

For those heading for a beach vacation, make sure you pack a few sets of see-through look over swim wear as these are set to take centre stage this season. You can even go for a fringed swim suit or bikini in white and command all the attention you seek while lounging at the beach or by the pool.

The fashion trends that are going to make a huge comeback this season are thin knife pleats as they have appeared on pretty much every catwalk recently. Metallic fabrics in antique gold and silver will also be trending this season. The once sought after off-shoulder frills accompanied by a halter neck strap will again be in fashion.

Regarding hair and makeup trends, the natural, cool girl look will be big this summer. The makeup trend is predicted to be all about luminous skin, black kohl rimmed or feline eyes, strong eyebrows and soft, plump lips. The evergreen matte red lipstick will continue to stay in trend. Hair is likely to be bedhead curls, side parted locks with a sheen texture, a messy lived-in updo adorned with scarves or a sleek, high ponytail on those between hair wash days.

We will be seeing a lot of quirky, wicked accessories this season. A big one will be the shoulder-grazing earrings. Buy two different pairs and wear one each for a dramatic look. Or pick old favourites from your existing jewellery box. Metallic Grecian necklaces, headbands and cuffs will be seen all over.  Fine body jewellery with an X shape reaching the waist or hips will be the most attention grabbing piece you will wear this summer.

Tiger Shroff gears up for India's first underwater fight sequence

Be it action, aerobics or martial arts , there is nothing that Tiger Shroff can't seem to do and the Gen-X star seems to be taking all this to the next level with his ambitious Superhero film A Flying Jatt.

For the first time, director Remo Dsouza is set to shoot India’s first underwater fight sequence. The elaborate sequence has massive underwater action, for which Remo has been working with ineternational Stunt directors for over 4 months.

Certain sections of the fight, require Tiger to not only stay underwater for a long period, but also to indulge in never-seen before stunts.

Remo sat with the international stunt team and worked out this entire sequence.

Says director Remo “In A Flying Jat, we’re looking to hit out with a bang. The action has got to be something audiences haven’t seen before. Infact, globally too, underwater action has not been explored. Its been a long process, but the visual output will be something completely new”.

Tiger has been preparing for this specific sequence for over 8weeks, under the guidance of a trainer who was specially flown in from LA.

The actor needs to hold his breath longer to perform these dangerous stunts and the makers are making every effort to ensure the stunts are practiced under the supervision of the world's best specialists.

Raveena Tandon grace IDA animals NGO charity fundraiser with her kids

In an encouraging development, Raveena Tandon as well as her kids-- Ranbirvardhan and Rasha—were named brand ambassadors of a noted NGO a short while ago. At the event, the actress looked graceful and exuded charm. Moreover, she also posed for a few photos with her kids.

Needless to say the lovable and heartwarming chemistry between them managed to create a buzz amongst those present. Talk about making an impact. Way to go! We must say it is heartening to see her getting involved with a good cause.

Punjabi film Canada Di Flight

First look of Cabret

Here are the posters of Wave Cinemas' Ponty Chadha and T-Series in association with Raju Chadha for a Fisheye Network Productions' ‘CABARET’ directed by Kaustav Narayan Niyogi.

The film stars Richa Chadha, Gulshan Deviah, Gulshan Grover, Sreesanth and Sharad Kapoor with a special appearance by Rahul Roy. The film has been produced by Pooja Bhatt's Fisheye Network Productions.

Katrina Kaif stuns in a nude Antonio Grimaldi creation

Katrina Kaif who has always ruled the Sexiest lists , slayed on the red carpet at the recent HT Style Awards in a customized nude Antonio Grimaldi gown ,with a thigh high slit.

The actress accessorized her look with Gehna jewellery and Christian Louboutin shoes and was honored with the HT Style Award for the Most Stylish Actress.

Apart from thanking her stylist on receiving the award for always making her look ultra glamorous, Katrina when asked who she considered the most stylish actor ,was quick to reply "Shah Rukh Khan" .

The actress had a blast at the award show and was all smiles as she interacted with Sanjay Dutt,Alia Bhatt, Sonam Kapoor,Amitabh Bachchan, Ranveer Singh and Varun Dhawan.

India’s First Dance Fitness Reality Show on Small Screen

Kick-start the day learning Zumba® with your favourite celebrities dancing to high energy tunes as Zumba® and India’s No. 1 Bollywood channel, Zoom bring to you ‘Zumba® Dance Fitness Party’ - India’s first Dance Fitness Reality Show. Launching on 26^th March, the show will air every Saturday at 08:30pm only on Zoom.

Watch as International Master Trainer of Indian Origin – Sucheta Pal teaches six of India’s most popular celebs to ditch the boring old workout and dance their way to fitness with a unique non-stop Zumba® routine in each episode. Co-hosted by Bollywood actor Pallavi Sharda, the show will feature celebrities from everyday life such as Director/Actress Divya Kumar Khosla, Chef Ranveer Brar, Model Alesia Raut, DJ Shilpi, Kainaat Arora and Singer Palak Mucchal who will be shaking a leg to never-seen-before Zumba® routines for the first time ever on Indian television.

Sucheta Pal said, “Perfect for everybody and everybody, each Zumba® workout is designed to bring people together to sweat it on. We take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, you will be boosted with energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you watch an episode.”

The six episodic-series will showcase a different theme in each episode as Divya Khosla Kumar will work out to some popular Punjabi Tadka Zumba whilst Chef Ranveer Brar dances to some modern musical street rhythms with Street Zumba! DJ Shilpi raises the heat as with Party Zumba whilst Kainaat Arora makes a splash by adding high-energy aquatic routine in Aqua Zumba. Feel the vibe of love as Alesia Raut immerses herself in Romance Zumba whereas Palak Munchal showcases Indian pride with Shaadi Zumba.

Focusing on India as its newest market, Alberto Pearlman, Co-Founder and CEO, Zumba Fitness, LLC said, “In addition to this passion for dance, more and more people in India are becoming health and fitness aware. Recent studies indicate the wellness industry is expected to touch Rs 1 lakh-crore mark (source: FICCI and PwC, 2014), and we believe that Zumba® can help to take this fitness revolution even further in India. It is for these reasons that Zumba® and Zoom have come together to launch this unique initiative.”

Commenting on the show, Rohit Tugnait, National Revenue Head - Zoom (Ad sales & Branded Content) added, “Zoom is undoubtedly the No.1 Bollywood TV channel and content such as these just makes our leadership position stronger. It is the first time that a television channel is launching a reality show based on a fitness party. Not only will it act as an entertainer but also help the audiences exercise to get fitter. We are happy to have partnered with Zumba for this great initiative and I am confident it is going to be a very nice, fulfilling and successful show.”

Once the rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. Super effective? Check. Super fun? Check and check. This is one workout that will keep you coming back for more, every single time.

its award season for Deepak Dobriyal

The legendary Akira Kurosawa had an actor Takashi Shimura in almost all his films. Actor Deepak Dobriyal with his simple persona and the amazing chameleon-like ability to blend into any character that he essays is one such actor whom every director repeats with pleasure. Whether it be Vishal Bharadwaj, Anurag Kashyap or Aanand L Rai, each of them crates a space for Deepak Dobriyal to bring out the best in the character written for him.

No wonder then that Pappi Bhaiya graduated from Tanu Weds Manu I to II and how! The actor has bagged his awards at the Renault Producer Guild Awards, Big Star Entertainment Awards, Star Screen Awards and now TOIFA, Dubai.

“I always loved the zinda-dil character of Pappi, right from the time it was narrated to me,” confesses Deepak. “When I was shooting for Tanu Weds Manu I, I had just undergone an appendix operation and was a little apprehensive. But it went off so well. I was a little nervous with Tanu Weds Manu 2, but the moment the first day opening happened, it was party all the way.”

The interesting part is that the party is still on the entire year with Deepak Dobriyal bagging four awards in a row. “You can say that,” grins Deepak. “Normally, people click selfies with you, but in Dubai there was so much of familial feeling with everyone pulling me literally into their frames screaming Pappi. I couldn’t leave the party and missed my flight. This is the first time that I have missed any flight. And that too an international one,” grins the actor.

Nevertheless, unfazed by fame, Pappi bhaiya is now in Agra shooting his next film, his characteristic smile 

adorning his face. Probably it is this simplicity that is the key to his success!

Amruta Fadnavis is muse for a cause

Vibrant colours take form as her effortless magical strokes on the canvas emerge into vividly colourful signature paintings. Artist-muralist Rouble Nagi takes her art to the next level with her most interesting works being immortalised as limited edition scarves.

With Amruta Fadnavis as her muse for the collection, Rouble feels that Amruta was the only choice as she is the perfect face of the quintessential Indian woman, juggling effortlessly between career and home, as able homemaker, adoring wife, loving daughter-in-law and a professional career as a banker at the same time. “She is an inspiration, and the perfect woman to represent the signature collection, that is my tribute to womanhood.”

The idea was also to take art to the next level.  ”A lot of people cannot have my personal paintings. I felt that with the scarf collection that can be worn as well as framed and put up on the walls as it is a signature collection with the title, year and the medium mentioned on it, and is more personal. While paintings adorn your walls, scarves travel with you.” More than anything else, it is like when you own a limited edition scarf, you are actually educating a child at the same time.

Besides celebrating women, the proceeds from the current 500-limited edition scarf range will go for children's education and women empowerment programmes, through the proceeds from the art shows in Mumbai, Dubai, London and Hyderabad among others.

Next in line is a men socket square collection. But at the moment, it is simply scarves!