“18 lakh enrolled in 8 months under Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)”– Rajiv Pratap Rudy

·         To increase capacity for skill development through MSTIs at the rural level

·         Impetus on manufacturing to create makers for Make in India

·         Centre secured support from World Bank to upgrade ITIs

·         Capacity building and job linkages at State Level

Delhi, March 8, 2016: Shri Rajiv Pratap Rudy, Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (Independent Charge) and Parliamentary Affairs, today announced that more than 50% of his skill budget will be focused towards focusing on job roles related to rural area.

While spelling out his ministry’s achievements, he stated that 18 lakh youth have already enrolled in the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) over the last 8 months which reflects the relevance for skills that his ministry and partner have been able to set for the country’s youth.

“We had conducted 410 kaushal melas across 29 states reaching out to many of those who needed a direction with regard to employability and employment,” the Minister added.

To further ensure increase in capacity and scope of skill development, the Ministry of Skill Development will be also ensuring creation of 1500 Multi Skill Training Institutes (MSTIs) which will basically be the new generation ITIs set up in PPP mode. So far there have just been had standalone government or private ITIs. These will be set up in those 2500 blocks and districts of the country which are yet to focus on skill development and do not have ITIs.

The Hon’ble Minister stated that, “Budget 2016 seems promising for India’s youth – whether it is about quality of education, focus on skill development, improving teaching and research outcomes, emphasis on job creation, creating an ease of doing business or promoting entrepreneurship.”

“We should not look at the budget only from the direct facilitations point of view such as tax relaxations especially at a time when we have to maintain the fiscal deficit at 3.5%. Instead, it is clear that the Government’s focus is to strengthen the economy through indirect methods such as infrastructural development, healthcare, focusing on job creation, skill development, and micro small and medium enterprises,” he said.

Shri Rudy said that the budget aims towards bringing parity across all sections for an overall economic growth of the individual and the country. There is a clear effort to strengthen the economy through substantial investment in infrastructural development, rural India, roads and connectivity, job creation, skill development, and micro small and medium enterprises.

With the implementation of common norms with effect from April 1, 2016, there will be more synergies that will be seen across ministries, departments and states on skill development following one norm, one common outcome and tracking mechanism.

The government has also partnered with World Bank to upgrade industrial training in the country not only by extending monetary support but also ensuring best practices being implemented. Skill Training for Employability Leveraging Public Private Partnership (STELPPP) with the proposed assistance of USD One billion from World Bank and Skill Training for Industries Value Enhancement (STRIVE) with an estimated cost of USD 537.50 million.

The formation of the National Skill Certification Board is also another big step in further strengthening the skill ecosystem. It will see representation from both government and industry, which will collectively enable a joint framework for quality skill assessment.

Shri Rudy also stated that “We will work to deliver Entrepreneurship, Education and training in 2200 colleges, 300 schools, 500 government ITIs and 50 Vocational Training Centres. Aspiring entrepreneurs will be connected to mentors and credit markets.”

For more information on Skill Development, please follow the links below:

Pledge to support Skill: #ISupportSkillIndia

PMKVY Facebook: www.facebook.com/PMKVYOfficial

Skill India Facebook: www.facebook.com/SkillIndiaOfficial

Skill India Twitter: www.twitter.com/@MSDESkillindia

Skill India YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzNfVNX5yLEUhIRNZJKniHg

The World’s First Curcumin Pastille For Oral Health Care Launched In Mumbai

March 2016           

Mumbai, 6th March, 2016: For the first time in the field of dentistry, Curcumin – a concentrated extract of turmeric with its excellent therapeutic effects has made its way as a pastille for preventive oral health care. This first of its kind pastille christened ‘Dennkur’ was launched in Mumbai yesterday and will be available with dentists across the country. The product has been introduced by Denteks, leading experts in dental technology of which Dr. Nirupam K Doctor and Dr. Lalit K Chokhani launched the breakthrough product in the presence of several eminent doctors and researchers.

The 100 per cent ayurvedic and sugar-free medicine is backed by clinical and social trials and has proved to be highly effective in preventive and therapeutic applications in a variety of oral diseases including bleeding gums, receding gums, gingivitis, and periodontitis, among others.

“Turmeric is an ancient spice and a traditional remedy, known and acknowledged the world over. Curcumin is the principle constituent of this spice with approximately 80 – 85 per cent concentration and is very well-known for its anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory properties, and is a strong anti-oxidant agent. Years of study and research have conclusively proven that curcumin has a potential curative effect against various diseases while remaining safe and non-toxic. In dentistry too, it can decrease Aveolar Bone Loss occurrence in Periodontitis and prevents adherence of Streptococcus Mutans to the gums and tooth surface, thereby preventing Plaque formation and inhibiting dental Caries,” says Dr. Nirupam K Doctor, Founder, Dennkur.

“Dennkur is a soft, in-mouth dissolving pastille that contains Curcumin extract which offers the most unique delivery system for Oral Health Care. This preventive care not only makes the consumer confident but also provides an additional therapeutic adjunct in dentistry,” he adds.

Since the recommended way to consume the pastilles is by placing it in the mouth and allowing to be dissolved, it bypasses ‘First Pass Effect’ on routine ingestion pattern. When left in the oral cavity for nearly 20 minutes, the active ingredient of Curcumin remains in contact with oral tissues which are the target site for remedial effect.

“In our case the target sites are the plaque and BIOFILM that attaches to the tooth surface which is the beginning of all oral disease like gum disease and decay of teeth. So when one consumes the pastilles as per dosage, it acts as the first point barrier and healer. Being a routinely “edible” product, Dennkur a derivative of Curcumin is a food and health supplement and in general, is a detoxifier of body to help in healing several oral and general ailments,” concludes Dr. Nirupam.

Recommended dosage may range from two to four pastilles per day depending on whether it is being consumed for therapeutic, maintenance or preventive reasons. Dennkur will be available as a strip of ten pastilles and a box of twenty are priced at INR 300/- with a shelf life of twenty-four months.

About DENNKUR: DENNKUR is an innovative oral healthcare product that combines the effectiveness of Curcumin and convenience of pastilles. The soft pastilles are in itself a newly developed ‘Drug Delivery System’ containing menthol, eucalyptus oil and sweeteners besides its key component, Curcumin. The state of art technology of manufacturing DENNKUR pastilles preserves the natural goodness of Turmeric with modern drug delivery technology in the form of mouth dissolving pastilles or lozenges. The pastilles are being studied both in VIVO and VITRO at multi-centres and at the level of social trials adequate benefits have been demonstrated.

Mumbai Traffic Police partner with Uber to install Uber Breathalysers in City

Mumbai, 7 March, 2016: Uber, the technology company that seamlessly connects riders to drivers at the push of a button, has today partnered with the Mumbai Traffic Police for the launch and installation of Uber Breathalysers at bars and pubs in the city.

Uber Breathalyser is a kiosk that analyses the alcohol content in a person’s blood and accordingly flashes a red light if it’s over the legal limit and a green light if it’s safe for the person to drive. If his/her reading is over the legal limit, a message is displayed on the screen that helps the person request an Uber home, instead of driving. And if it's their first Uber ride, it's free.

Said Shailesh Sawlani, GM, Uber Mumbai, “We're excited to launch the first Breathalyser in partnership with the Mumbai Traffic Police. Through this campaign, we aim to build awareness against drunk-driving and give people a convenient and reliable ride back home. We hope to work with the Mumbai Traffic Police to install these devices across all bars and pubs in the city." 

With a commitment to help reduce DUI cases in the city, and to build awareness about road safety and against drunk driving, Uber Breathalyser is yet another step by Uber to enable a reliable, safe and affordable ride home for the citizens of Mumbai. 

The first kiosk in Mumbai was installed and launched a few days ago in Nook, a nightclub in Phoenix Marketcity Kurla.

About Uber

Uber is evolving the way the world moves. By seamlessly connecting riders to drivers through our app, we make cities more accessible, opening up more possibilities for riders and more business for drivers. From our founding in 2009 to our launches in hundreds of cities today, Uber's rapidly expanding global presence continues to bring people and their cities closer. Today Uber is available in almost 400 cities in 68 countries. Today, the service is available in 26 Indian cities -- more than any other country outside the United States.www.uber.com

Kamal Hassan and ManiRatnamhonor the closing ceremony of ‘Film Preservation and Reservation Workshop, India 2016’ with their presence

Viacom18 and Film Heritage Foundation’s 2ndsuccessful year of association

March, 6th, 2016: The Film Heritage Foundation saw major success with the 2nd edition of Film Preservation and Restoration Workshop India 2016; a crucial initiative, given the urgent need to preserve India’s rich film legacy. Viacom 18 was the principal sponsor of this 10-day workshop that was conducted by Film Heritage Foundation in collaboration with the National Film Archive of India (NFAI) and International Federation of Film Archives (FIAF), which was held at NFAI, Pune. 

Versatile Actor Mr. Kamal Hassan and renowned Indian filmmaker Mr. Mani Ratnam were the Guests of Honour at the closing ceremony of the Film Preservation and Restoration Workshop 2016. The 10 day workshop had an international faculty of leading experts in the field who addressed current issues surrounding film preservation and restoration including practical training of current restoration and archival best practices. The unique part of this initiative was that it covered the preservation of both film and non-film material like posters, documents, lobby cards, photographs, etc. which are an integral part of our cinematic heritage. 

Mr Sudhanshu Vats, Chairman CII National Committee on Media & Entertainment & Group CEO Viacom18 Media Pvt. Ltd said, “Preservation and Restoration of Indian cinematic heritage is an on-going priority for us. Our goal is to help create awareness as to how important it is to preserve our cultural heritage for the benefit of the future generations. We are thankful to Film Heritage Foundation for having us on board once again and we look forward for a continued association to ensure enhanced dialogue and cooperation between all those who care about and love Indian cinema”

Shivendra Singh Dungarpur, Founder Director, Film Heritage Foundation said,“This has been a great year and with a second successful workshop behind us, we now have to start work on our mission to build an army of skilled film preservationists and restorers that is needed to save our moving image legacy. As always, we at Film Heritage Foundation cannot thank Mr. Sudhanshu Vats and his entire team at Viacom18 for their continued support for our cause and for understanding the importance of encouraging those who value India's rich cinematic legacy to learn, explore and contribute towards saving it for posterity.” 

Kamal Hassan, veteran actor and one of the Chief Guests of the occasion said,“I am very pleased to be invited to be Chief Guest at the closing certification ceremony of the Film Preservation and Restoration Workshop in Pune and to present the FIAF certificates to the participants. A workshop of this kind is crucial for our country that has lost so much of our cinematic history and we need to grow a resource of passionate film archivists who are committed to saving our cinematic heritage. I would like to congratulate Film Heritage Foundation for this remarkable initiative and for conducting the workshop at the National Film Archive of India.”

ABOUT VIACOM18 MEDIA PVT. LTD.:

Viacom 18 Media Pvt. Ltd. is one of India’s fastest growing entertainment networks and a house of iconic brands that offers multi-platform, multi-generational and multicultural brand experiences. A joint venture of Viacom Inc. and the Network18 Group, Viacom18 defines entertainment in India by touching people on-air, online, on ground, in shop and through its cinema.

ABOUT FILM HERITAGE FOUNDATION:

Film Heritage Foundation is a not-for-profit organization based in Mumbai set up by Shivendra Singh Dungarpur. Recognizing the urgent need to preserve India’s cinematic heritage, Film Heritage Foundation is dedicated to supporting the conservation, preservation and restoration of the moving image and to develop interdisciplinary educational programs that will use film as an educational tool and create awareness about the language of cinema.

A message from Team India | India Vs Bangladesh | Asia Cup Final

As our victorious Indian Cricket team heads towards finals of Asia Cup on 6^th March 2016, here’s a word for the opponent team Bangladesh… they surely don’t have a “Mauka” this time !

Music Album launch of Pt. Bhavdeep Jaipurwale's 'Nirantarr'.

Pandit Bhavdeep Jaipurwale's album 'Nirantarr 4 Generations' was launched by AR Rahman and Juhi Chawla. 

It is for the first time that 4 generations of Playback singers from one family have an Album together. 

Many from Music fraternity like Harihan, Suresh Wadkar, Peenaz were seen. 

Ashutosh Gowarikar was seen busy chatting with Music Director Sameer Sen. 

Juhi Chawla said that, "I have learnt music from 3 of these 4 Generations and am happy to be a part of this event." 

Johnny Depp’s must-watch movies all this month on MN+

MN+’s Walk of Fame to air the best of Johnny Depp all March, Saturday nights at 9

Mumbai, 3 March 2016: Lovers of the best Hollywood movies in India are in for a fiesta of Gold Class movie watching. This March, MN+ will feature some of the best films starring Johnny Depp, acknowledged by peers and critics worldwide as one of the most gifted and talented Hollywood actors. The Johnny Depp specials will air in the popular MN+ property, Walk of Fame, starting the 5^th of March, every Saturday night at 9.

Films to be aired in the Johnny Depp Walk of Fame on MN+include the 2005 musical fantasy, Charlie & The Chocolate Factory. Directed by Tim Burton, the storyline of the movie moves along with young Charlie, accompanied by Willy Wonka, in a guided tour he has won through the most magnificent chocolate factory in the world.

Another remarkable movie is Dark Shadows, a 2012 American horror comedy based on the gothic television soap operaDark Shadows. The film is about an imprisoned vampire, Barnabas Collins, who is set free and returns to his ancestral home, where his dysfunctional descendants are in need of his protection.

The third film on the Johnny Depp Walk of Fame on MN+ this month is Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Based on the hit Broadway musical, the movie is the story of the infamous Benjamin Barker, aka Sweeney Todd, who sets up in London a barber which is the basis for a sinister partnership with his fellow tenant, Mrs. Lovett. For the movie, Depp was bestowed the National Movie Awards, UK in the Best Performance – Actor category.

Another movie is the American science-fiction-thriller, The Astronaut's Wife, written and directed by Rand Ravich and featuring Charlize Theron with Depp, is about how, after an explosion in space and the subsequent two-minute radio-out period, two astronauts return home to their wives. Only – now that they’re back, it’s revealed that they're not the same as they were.

Interestingly, Depp is a movie buff with a somewhat encyclopedic knowledge of older films. He loves watching animated films with his daughter such as Shrek (2001) and Finding Nemo (2003). For movie connoisseurs like Depp, this festival is a can’t-miss event.

So, for a delightful weekend watch every Saturday night at 9, head for:

The MN+ Walk of Fame

Featuring Johnny Depp movies

Throughout March, every Saturday night at 9 pm, starting the 5^th of March

About MN+:

MN+ is a premium HD English movie channel part of Times Network which brings The Gold Class of Hollywood Movies with both, popular and critically acclaimed titles, in pristine HD quality for the movie connoisseurs. The MN+ library comprises of must-watch movies across genres that are universally celebrated and are discussed extensively in social gatherings of people who have an opinion.

Uber pilots uberMOTO in Bangalore, India

●      On-demand motorcycle option to help commuters save time and money

●      Aims to provide convenient rides to commuters and cut congestion over time

Bangalore, 3 March, 2016: Uber, the smartphone app that connects riders with drivers to provide convenient, reliable and affordable rides; has today announced the pilot launch of its new service--uberMOTO in Bangalore.

uberMOTO enables people to push a button and get a motorbike ride in minutes. It’s a great way for people to save time and money on short trips across town and provides last mile connectivity--for example to and from public transit service like the metro station.

Amit  Jain, President, Uber India, said “Uber has always been at the forefront of innovation across the world. We are very excited to pilot uberMOTO in Bangalore--pairing our on-demand technology platform with motorbikes, the predominant mode of transport in India. Enabling transportation at the push of a button, uberMOTO will offer another affordable mobility option that will help people save time and money while helping cut congestion in our cities over time.”

uberMOTO launch follows the launch of Uber’s carpooling service, which is designed to get more people into fewer cars. The uberMOTO option on the app will go live today and will work the same way as the other options - uberGO, uberX and uberBLACK, available on the platform.

         

uberMOTO is the most affordable transportation option in the city with rates starting at ₹ 15 + ₹ 3 /km + ₹1/min. The minimum fare is ₹ 15. To celebrate the launch of uberMOTO Uber is giving away *free rides to first time users.

*Riders can key in uberMOTOBLR to get a free ride worth Rs 100.

People who own motorbikes/scooters can also become drivers on the platform and recoup the costs of their trips. More details here https://newsroom.uber.com/india/ubermotoblr/

Here’s how it works.  

●      Choose the uberMOTO option in the app. Enter your pickup location and payment method. Request your ride.

●      We’ll show your driver’s details straight away--name, photo and the details of the motorbike. 

●      All riders and drivers have to wear a helmet in Bangalore by law. So your uberMOTO driver will have one on hand for you.

●      Uber’s standard product safety features are in place before, during and after every trip, including GPS tracking, 2-way feedback and the ability to share trip details with family and friends.

●      At the end of the trip, you’ll pay by cash, credit/debit card, mobile wallet or Airtel money. In either case we’ll send you an electronic receipt.

At launch uberMOTO will be available in the following areas--and we’ll be expanding our coverage over time.  

About Uber

Uber is evolving the way the world moves. By seamlessly connecting riders to drivers through our app, we make cities more accessible, opening up more possibilities for riders and more business for drivers. From our founding in 2009 to our launches in hundreds of cities today, Uber's rapidly expanding global presence continues to bring people and their cities closer. Today Uber is available in almost 400 cities in 68 countries. Today, the service is available in 26 Indian cities -- more than any other country outside the United States. www.uber.com

MTV celebrates girl power with the launch of Himalaya Neem Facewash presents MTV Girls On Top

~ The show brings alive interesting stories of struggles, inspiration and determination of young independent working women ~

MUMBAI, 2nd March, 2016: MTV, iconic youth brand, has decided to dedicate 2016 to celebrating the power of being a woman by shattering long standing stereotypes and questioning nonsensical taboos surrounding the women in India today. And to kick-start this celebration with a bang, MTV is proud to announce a brand new show ‘Himalaya Neem Face Wash presents MTV Girls On Top’ - a show about three not-so-adarsh -girls trying to survive – dealing with job issues, love issues and also domestic issues, will be going on air from 7th March 2016, from Monday to Friday at 6:30 PM only on MTV.

Girls On Top is a story of three determined young girls who live together and focuses on all aspects of being today’s modern day Indian woman. The show, a dramedy, will analyze various aspects of being an independent young woman in urban India through lenses of friendship, relationships, career, aspirations and even whims and fancies. Viewers will get to see three young women - TV Producer Isha (Played by Saloni Chopra), Tabloid Journalist Gia (played by Barkha Singh), and DJ Revati (played by Ayesha Adlakha) as they make their way through life in a ruthless city like Mumbai and how they grow stronger together as they face one difficult circumstance after another.

On being a part of MTV Girls On Top, Saloni Chopra said, “I play the role of Isha in the show. Isha is extremely resilient and head- strong and is the go- to person in the house. She's basically a balance of Revati and Gia, a bit of both the extremes. I can so relate to the character and I am very excited to be playing a role like this. We’ve been shooting for a bit and the three of us have come so close already that it doesn’t even feel like we’re acting anymore. I think that’s what makes this role even more special!”

Talking about being a part of MTV Girls On Top, Barkha Singh said, “The concept of MTV Girls On Top really intrigued me and without giving it a second thought I took up the opportunity of being a part of it. I play the role of an aspiring novelist who’s working as a page 3 journalist to pay the bills but in reality she is not at all glamour struck and half the time doesn’t understand how she’s supposed to deal with it all. While she loves having fun with her friends and she’s otherwise really nice, when it comes to love, she’s rather cynical…but you’ll see how she evolves as some things change her life drastically!”

Elaborating on the novel concept of the show, Ayesha Adlakha said, “I am really kicked about being a part of a show like Girls On Top which brings the best of both worlds. I play the role of Revati who wants to produce electronic music & DJ at International gigs but ends up playing at weddings because being taken seriously as a DJ when you’re a new girl in a big scene, is not easy. This role is doubly special to me because not only am I playing a character that I completely relate to – I mean, I’m a Delhi girl – living in Mumbai and making my dreams come true, but also because I started off as an executive at MTV and I’m now acting in an MTV show! If this isn’t proof of Mumbai being the city where anything is possible, I don’t know what is!

Giving viewers a unique insight into the ambitions and dreams of three headstrong girls living in Mumbai, Girls On Top will highlight the transformations the journey fosters in their personal and professional lives. With a never been seen before cast, MTV presents the audience with the most adrenaline- filled experiences of 3 independent girls. The show is conceptualized and produced by BBC Entertainment.  

So make sure you tune in to hang out with the coolest trio in town – the Himalaya Neem Face Wash presents MTV Girls On Top from 7th March, every Monday to Friday at 6:30 Pm, only on MTV

About MTV

MTV, world’s premier youth brand, is a dynamic and a vibrant blend of music and pop culture. With a global reach of more than half-billion households, MTV is a cultural home to the millennial generation, music fans and artists. 32 MM fans following MTV across show pages on social media have made the brand #1 in social influence as well. MTV products are available across 35 unique categories with targeted brand licensing. MTV also has a buzzing MTV Live business with properties like MTV Video Music Awards and MTV Bollyland. Aiming to entertain, lead and collaborate with young people through its evocative communication and youth relevant shows like MTV Roadies, MTV Coke Studio, MTV Unplugged, MTV Rock the Vote, MTV Kaisi Yeh Yaarian etc. For information about MTV in India, visit www.mtv.in.com

ABOUT VIACOM18 MEDIA PVT. LTD

Viacom 18 Media Pvt. Ltd. is one of India’s fastest growing entertainment networks and a house of iconic brands that offers multi-platform, multi-generational and multicultural brand experiences. A joint venture of Viacom Inc. and the Network18 Group, Viacom18 defines entertainment in India by touching people on-air, online, on ground, in shop and through its cinema. http://www.viacom18.com

#2daystogo for #RockyHandsome Trailer

Mahesh Bhatt releases Love Games poster!

Mahesh Bhatt released the poster of 'Love Games'. The filmmaker tweeted, "Catch your breath for a second and look what is about to hit you!"

Vikram Bhatt’s 'Love Games', is an urban thriller featuring Patraleka, Tara Alisha Berry and Gaurav Arora and is slated to release on 8th April, 2016. 

Disney's Zootopia has characters based on 'Lion King' and more creature hair than Frozen! Record breaking special effects in store for fans

FUN FACTS

Phase One

ADD IT UP -- There are 64 unique species in Zootopia and most species are unique in topology: elephants have trunks, pigs have snouts; some animals have hooves, some have paws; some have three fingers, some have two.

HAIRY SITUATION – While researching the variety of animals that would inhabit Zootopia, filmmakers learned that not all fur is the same. A strand of polar bear fur is clear—it’s the light reflecting off of it that makes it appear white—and a strand of fox fur is dark at the root, getting lighter till its red tip. Artists strived to replicate their findings to ensure that the animals in “Zootopia” were believable.

LITTLE LAMB – Artists designing Assistant Mayor Bellwether were inspired by the lambs in the old Disney films “Make Mine Music” and “Melody Time.”

FANCY – Artists crafted six unique outfits for Assistant Mayor Bellwether. The chosen fabric, naturally, was wool. Her outfits include a houndstooth dress, a blazer and a little bell in honor of her moniker. She also has an orange dress with a scissor pattern that represents shears.

HEAR ME ROAR – Artists were inspired by Mufasa from Disney’s classic film “The Lion King” when creating the look of Mayor Lionheart.

THE EYES HAVE IT -- Clawhauser may not share a real cheetah’s svelte shape, but he does sport the animal’s iconic tear marks—markings that run from the inside corners of his eyes down to the outside edges of his mouth.

ROLL IN THE HAY – In an effort to bolster the animal-feel, artists added bits of debris—hay, leaves, sticks—in the coats of animals like the big sheep and Yax the Yak.

HERE KITTY KITTY – Nathan Warner, director of cinematography-layout, got a pat on the back from a real-life cheetah during their research trip to Africa. The rescued animal that caretakers had introduced to the filmmakers seemingly took offense to the camera Warner carried and leapt up to let him know. Both filmmaker and cat were just fine following the event.

STIFF UPPER LIP – When artists realized that real rabbits actually have a split upper lip, they decided to forego authenticity in this case and kept Judy’s lip all together.

TWEEZE ME – Advances in technology allowed filmmakers to trim the fur that fell beneath clothing so that the garments hung correctly. Previously, hairs that intersected with an item of clothing—like Bolt’s collar—had to be plucked one by one, which would have been an impossible feat in a film like “Zootopia.”

Aishwarya Rai, BJP President Amit Shah and Mr. Nitin Gadkari - Transport Minister at first poster launch of film "Sarbjit", in New Delhi, on February 29,2016

Omung kumar's Sarbjit Launched it's first poster which showcased Aishwarya Rai Bachchan as Dalbir Kaur (Sarbjit's sister) along with BJP president Amit Shah and Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari at Mr. Amit Shah's residence today.

The two politicians graced the event by accompanying the unveiling of the poster along with actors Richa Chadda, Darshan Kumar,  Director Omung Kumar, producers Vashu Bhagnani, Bhushan Kumar, Sandeep Singh and Vanita Omung Kumar, DOP Kiran Deohans, Ajay Kapoor, Jackky Bhagnani, Deepshika Bhagnani.

Priyanka floors her co-actors!

Priyanka Chopra’s dedication to her character on the sets of her upcoming cop-drama Jai GangaaJal earned her a lot of respect from the cast and crew of the Prakash Jha film. And among her new-found fans is her co-actor in the film Murli Sharma. “As an actor, we have always respected her for her acting skills, but she is as fantastic a person as she is an actor,” shares Murli.

Elaborating why, he reveals that while most stars tend to be very particular about their entourage, Priyanka actually asked her trainer to help him out. He says, “I got a neck condition because of which I wasn’t being able to work out properly. And work outs were important especially in this film as there is a lot of action involved. When Priyanka got to know about it, she asked her personal trainer to help me out. That was a sweet gesture on her part that just shows what a lovely person she is.”