STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS releasing in India this friday.

Genre:                          Action-Adventure

Cast:                              Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Lupita Nyong’o, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, Anthony Daniels, Peter Mayhew and Max Von Sydow 

Director:                       J.J. Abrams

Producers:                    Kathleen Kennedy, J.J. Abrams, Bryan Burk

Executive Producers:    Tommy Harper, Jason McGatlin

Screenplay by:              Lawrence Kasdan & J.J. Abrams and Michael Arndt

ONE-LINER:

Lucasfilm and visionary director J.J. Abrams join forces to take you back again to a galaxy far, far away as Star Wars returns to the big screen with Star Wars: The Force Awakens. 

BOILERPLATE:

Lucasfilm and visionary director J.J. Abrams join forces to take you back again to a galaxy far, far away as Star Wars returns to the big screen with Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

The film stars Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Lupita Nyong’o, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, Anthony Daniels, Peter Mayhew and Max Von Sydow. Kathleen Kennedy, J.J. Abrams and Bryan Burk are producing with Tommy Harper and Jason McGatlin serving as executive producers. The screenplay is by Lawrence Kasdan & J.J. Abrams and Michael Arndt. Star Wars: The Force Awakens releases in Indian theaters on December 25th, 2015.

2015: Roundup of Bollywood in Media

2015: Roundup of Bollywood in Media

Salman starrers Bajrangi Bhaijan & Prem Ratan Dhan Payo Top Featured Films Across Media

Mumbai: Calendar year 2015 saw Salman Khan starrers dominating all three forms of media – print, television and e-media. Bajrangi Bhaijan topped the charts followed by Prem Ratan Dhan Payo, Tanu Weds Manu 2 and ABCD 2 in the second, third and fourth spot respectively.

“While Print and TV drove Bajrangi Bhaijan’s visibility among all top movies, Prem Ratan Dhan Payo had a more fluctuating breakout. It topped all movies in the web space and managed to retain the second spot in print, but lagged to the third spot in TV. Tanu Weds Manu 2 ranked third overall, but managed to pip Prem Ratan Dhan Payo to the second spot in Internet visibility,” says Ashutosh, Founder & CEO, Kanalytics, the firm that conducted the research.

Launched as India’s first comprehensive trans media intelligence tool by media honcho Ashutosh and Bollywood singer Kailash Kher, Kanalytics uses a proprietary technology based platform to map the presence of brands across media including print, television and the digital space. It uses algorithms to measure the context they have been presented in and the tone and tenor used to describe them both by the traditional as well as the digital media.

For Bajrangi Bhaijan, Salman Khan grabbed 28.4% of total media attention. Of the total write ups in print media, Salman’s share was 47% against 31% in the e-media. Karishma Kapoor trailed him with a share of 16 and 15% in print and e-media respectively. “Interestingly, child Artist Harshaali grabbed more attention than Nawazuddin. Apart from actor related stories, box office collection based stories drove Bajrangi Bhaijaan visibility. This was followed by music and marketing stories,” says Ashutosh.

“If we were to summarize 2015, Bollywood coverage was singlehandedly dominated by Salman Khan. Among movies that did not feature Salman Khan, the lead actresses, in contrast, dominated coverage. In Tanu Weds Manu 2 Kangana Ranaut grabbed 44% media attention against R Madhavan’s 16% and Shraddha Kapoor led with 33% against Varun Dhavan’s 31% in print and TV in ABCD 2. Also interesting to note was that by and large industry coverage was positive. A negligible 1% coverage was devoted to negative or controversial stories, Bajrangi Bhaijan being the only notable exception grabbing some negative buzz. Box office and other cast stories were also key driver for movies in 2015. But here too, Bajarangi Bhaijaan bucked the trend with music related stories getting a fair share of the exposure,” concludes Ashutosh.

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Air Arabia and Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority organized road shows in New Delhi and Mumbai!

Mumbai, 22nd Dec, 2015:- Air Arabia, the first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) in the Middle East and North Africa – in a significant move recently organized a road show in New Delhi and Mumbai in association with Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority. The road show proved to be an excellent opportunity to explore the diverse aspects of Air Arabia as well as Sharjah’s tourism offerings.

Air Arabia and Sharjah National Tourism Authority hosted the road shows in Delhi and Mumbai 9th and 10th of December 2015, respectively, to foster and develop a closer working relationship with key members of the travel industry. The purpose of the road show was to promote the airline and the destination's tourism offerings.

Mr. Sachin Nene, Regional Manager - India, Air Arabia and H.E. Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, Chairman Sharjah Commerce & Tourism Development Authority were present for the road show. The show was based on a thorough presentation of Air Arabia and Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority.

Sharjah received more than 123,010 visitors from India last year, registering an enormous 41 per cent growth over the previous year. These numbers are expected to grow steeply in months and years ahead. Sharjah has always enjoyed a special place in Indian hearts due to its cultural heritage and endless shopping.

"Sharjah is known to Indians as the cricket capital and we are creating awareness about the destination and its offerings as a vibrantly cultural, colourful and eventful destination for the Indian tourists, through road shows and by meeting travel trade in the country," said H.E. Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah National Tourism Authority. 

Air Arabia started operations in India in 2005 and now flies to 13 cities in India which includes Jaipur, Kochi, Nagpur, Coimbatore, Thiruvananthapuram, Goa, Kozhikode, Hyderabad, New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Ahmedabad, and Chennai – offering the perfect blend of connectivity from not just the smaller towns, but also from metros and Tier 1 cities across the length and breadth of the country. It operates over 112 weekly flights from its hub in Sharjah to the thirteen cities in India.

Air Arabia has a fleet of new Airbus A320 aircraft with a 32 inch seat pitch, which gives the best leg room of any economy class travel. The airline also provides visa assistance to passengers from India. With Air Arabia Holidays, the airline offers attractive packages to a wide range of international holiday destinations.

Over the years, the airline has posted steady growth and driven significant value to its customer base across India, with its philosophy of offering value for money and greater connectivity to the UAE and beyond.

About Air Arabia:

Air Arabia (PJSC), listed on the Dubai Financial Market, is the Middle East and North Africa’s leading low-cost carrier (LCC). Air Arabia commenced operations in October 2003 and currently operates a total fleet of 40 new Airbus A320 aircraft, serving some 100 routes from four hubs in the UAE, Morocco and Egypt.

Air Arabia is an award-winning airline that focuses on offering comfort, reliability and value-for-money air travel. For further information, please visit: www.airarabia.com.

About Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority:

Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) was established in 1996 with the objective of promoting commercial and tourism activities in the emirate of Sharjah.

SCTDA is tasked with developing Sharjah’s commercial and tourism sectors through various events and activities, and promoting the emirate at local, regional and international levels.

Working in coordination with other government departments and private sector entities, SCTDA carries out all activities necessary for promoting the emirate’s tourism industry and achieving its goals. SCTDA’s operations include:

• Planning, laying out strategies, managing general policy, supervising comprehensive and integrated tourism-related programs, and providing all means available for commerce and tourism development through coordination with relevant authorities and departments
• Promoting the emirate’s tourist and historical attractions through events, activities and promotions
• Serving as a comprehensive database for tourism leisure and entertainment activities
• Promoting Sharjah as a distinct cultural, heritage and family tourist destination
• Achieving commercial development and improvement of the tourism industry with the aim of attracting foreign investment, increasing tourist flow, increasing the number of hotel establishments and maintaining a high percentage hotel room occupancy across the emirate.

Sonakshi Sinha to groove to the beats of her maiden single, 'Aaj Mood Ishqholic Hai'

We have seen her acting, dancing and even doodling, but this time Sonakshi Sinha has gone one step ahead and have recorded her single debut, Aaj Mood Ishqholic Hai. The peppy hip-hop number is composed by Meet Bros and Kumarhas penned down the lyrics. the video has been shot in the locales of Goa with a sun kissed beach background and is choreographed by Salman Yusuff Khan of Dance India Dance fame. The gorgeous diva is seen in a carefree bohemian look in the song. 

When quizzed Sonakshi about the song she said, "the song is about being high on love. Love makes the world go round and its something that gives you a heady feeling that nothing else can." 

Talking about her look in the song, she added, "I wanted a very bohemian look for the video, and best place to be in that particular style is Goa because of its hippie vibe.

Lastly she added, with T Series- Bhushan Kumar, Meet Brothers, Kumar(songwriter) and Gifty (Director) i was able to do right!

Aaj Mood Ishqholic will be released around Christmas!! 

Lovepreet Sangha and Satender Ved Pal to Debut at WWE Live™ India

MUMBAI, December 22, 2015 – WWE (NYSE: WWE) today announced that former World Kabbadi League Champion, Lovepreet Sangha, and two-time Kushti National Heavyweight Champion, Satender Ved Pal, will both make their in-ring debuts in front of their hometown fans during WWE Live India at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Friday, January 15 at 7pm and Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 5:30pm. Both athletes were signed to NXT, WWE’s developmental division this past June and train out of the state-of-the-art WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Fl.

“WWE is a global, family-friendly entertainment company committed to serving the passionate fan base in India,” said Paul “Triple H” Levesque, WWE Executive Vice President, Talent, Live Events & Creative. “We are delighted the fans in India will have the opportunity to witness history with the first live matches for Lovepreet and Satender.”

Lovepreet Sangha, 6 feet, 225 pounds, was one of the top raiders in the World Kabaddi League in 2014 and was a member of the United Singhs team that won the league championship.

Satender Ved Pal, 6-4 and 235 pounds, was a standout in Indian wrestling. He was also a two-time national heavyweight champion in Kushti.

Fans attending WWE Live India will also be able to see their favorite WWE Superstars^® and Divas^® including John Cena^®, Big Show^® and WWE Divas Champion, Charlotte^®.

Tickets are still available online at www.in.bookmyshow.com with prices starting from INR 1,699.

*Talent line-up subject to change

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About WWE

WWE, a publicly traded company (NYSE: WWE), is an integrated media organization and recognized leader in global entertainment. The company consists of a portfolio of businesses that create and deliver original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family friendly entertainment on its television programming, pay-per-view, digital media and publishing platforms. WWE programming reaches more than 650 million homes worldwide in 25 languages. WWE Network, the first-ever 24/7 over-the-top premium network that includes all 12 live pay-per-views, scheduled programming and a massive video-on-demand library, is currently available in more than 175 countries. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., with offices in New York, Los Angeles, London, Mexico City, Mumbai, Shanghai, Singapore, Dubai, Munich and Tokyo.  Additional information on WWE (NYSE: WWE) can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com. For information on our global activities, go to http://www.wwe.com/worldwide/.  

Debutante of 2016 - Saiyami Kher

Saiyami Kher

The teaser of Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s Mirzya has definitely sparked a lot of curiosity about the leading lady of the film Saiyami Kher. She is definitely being touted as one of the most promising debutants of 2016. For all those of you, who are curious to know more about this stunning girl, read on!  

About:

Born and brought up in Nasik, Saiyami moved to Mumbai to complete her education and graduated from St. Xaviers College in Mumbai. Her mother Uttara Kher is an ex Miss India and father Adwait was a successful model and now runs a restaurant business.

Saiyami is also the granddaughter of renowned actress Usha Kiran and niece of Tanvi Azmi. Both Tanvi and Shabana have taken a keen interest in her career. Saiyami is also fortunate to have received guidance from Shaukat Azmi (Shabana Azm’is mother).

Saiyami has also been a very popular Kingfisher model and a well-known model who has endorsed brands like Levis, Pantaloons, L’oreal, Mahindra Bikes, Idee Eyewear and more.  

Saiyami will be seen next in Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s - Mirzya opposite Anil Kapoor’s son Harshvardhan kapoor. The film has been written by Gulzar and the music given by Shankar Eshan Loy. 

Arjun Rampal Launches the Trailer of ‘Ishq Forever’ - The New Age Rom-Com Of 2016

It was the Grand Trailer Launch of Sameer Sippy's directorial venture 'Ishq Forever'. The film starring Krishna Chaturvedi, Ruhi Singh, Lisa Ray and Jaaved Jafferi were present for the trailer launch which was unveiled by special guest Arjun Rampal.

Arjun Rampal and Shabeer Boxwala shared a nostalgia trip from their past movies, they did together.

Lisa Ray received a warm welcome from the media fraternity as well as the guests present at the trailer launch. Jaaved Jaaferi was seen at his funniest best as usual during the entire event.

Ruhi Singh and Krishna Chaturvedi, the new pair to be seen on-screen looked optimistic and happily posed for the shutter-bugs.

A Friday Cine Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. production, produced by Ajay Shah, Himanshu Gandhi & Shabeer Boxwala, Directed by Sameer Sippy starring Lisa Ray, Ruhi Singh, introducing Krishna Chaturvedi and Jaaved Jafferi in lead roles, 'Ishq Forever' is all set to release on 29th January,2016.

Swwapnil Joshi's "F.R.I.E.N.D.S" comes with a Friendship Anthem Now

The makers of F.R.I.E.N.D.S have released the song ‘Dil Dosti Yaari Vaari’ composed by Amit Raj. The song a friendship anthem of sorts has been sung by Amitraj and Harshavardhan Wavare.

The song has been shot on Swapnil Joshi and Sachit Patil along with a group of friends and revolves around the wonderful memories and the strong bond of friendship shared by Swapnil Joshi and Sachit Patil in the movie. How they go along with their group of friends and have fun together.

It's a very peppy upbeat number and will make the listeners relive all those happy memories of their college days.

Music director Amitraj has used the Akekplay for the first time in a Marathi song and the music director was not sure about using it for this song. "When director R. Madhesh told me to use this form in the song I was not sure. I was confused how I would merge Akekplay in the song. But we did it and the song has turned out really well. The whole credit goes to director R, Madhesh as he had convictions and vision about the song. I got great feeback from everyone after the song was completed" says Amitraj.

For those who are not aware of the term Akekplay is where the rhythm is created with the mouth vocals.

Amitraj says "it's a western song and nobody can guess it has Indian pattern rhythm. It's a rollercoaster ride with plenty of dynamics and variations. It is a song of bonding and friendship where Swapnil and Sachit are coming together for the first time. They have danced well to the beats of the songs" he adds.

The film stars Swapnil Joshi and Sachit Patil alongwith Sagar Karande and Gauri Nalawade. Produced by Sanjay Kelapure, Manish Chanda & Prem Vyas from Blue Eye Arts. The film is directed by R.Madhesh and Promoted by Gseams. The film is all set for a 22nd January release in 2016.

'इश्क़ फॉरएवर' - २०१६ की नए ज़माने की रॉम-कॉम

ताज़ातरीन सितारा जोड़ी कृष्णा चतुर्वेदी और रूही सिंह की एक जोरदार रॉम-कॉम, यह एक नए ज़माने की प्रेम कहानी है जो आज के नए युग की रॉम-कॉम से मेल खानेवाले युवा के साथ तुरंत सम्पर्क स्थापित करेगी। कहानी एक जवान लड़के और लड़की के चारो तरफ घूमती है, जिनकी मुलकात एक सफर में होती है और जिन अप्रत्याशित परिस्थितियों का वे सामना करते हैं वे अंततः उनके रोमांस के लिए उत्प्रेरक साबित होती हैं। तथापि, फिल्म बस इस बारे ही नहीं है और दर्शकों को उनकी सीटों के किनारों पर बनाए रखने के लिए भरपूर उतार-चढ़ाव का वादा करती है। सितारा कलाकारों के इस समूह में लीसा रे और जावेद जाफरी की एक और अनूठी जोड़ी भी है।

इस नई जोड़ी की ताज़गी को और बढ़ाने के लिए, इस फिल्म को दक्षिण अफ्रीका के मोहक स्थलों पर फिल्माया गया है।

इस फिल्म का इंतज़ार भी बहुत हो रहा है क्योंकि इस फिल्म से ही महान संगीतकार नदीम सैफ़ी की वापसी भी हो रही है, जिनके पास एक के बाद एक १००० हिट फिल्में देने का कीर्तिमान है और एक वो ही हैं जिनके गानो को आज भी दोबारा बनाया जा रहा है, यह फिल्म उनके प्रशंसकों के लिए एक संगीतमय नज़राना साबित होगी।

सवाल करने पर, निर्माता/लेखक शबीर बॉक्सवाला ने कहा कि, "मेरे साथी अजय शाह, हैरी गाँधी और मैं यह मानते हैं कि काफी समय से किसी ने भी एक शुद्ध प्रेम कहानी नहीं बनाई है जो एक पूरा परिवार एक साथ देख सके और मझे यकीन है कि यह फिल्म हरेक युवा के और जीवन के हर क्षेत्र के लोगों के दिलों को छू लेगी।"

तो, इस रोमांटिक सफर के लिए तैयार हो जाइये जो आपके दिल के तारों को छेड़ दे और ……एक बार फिर से आपमें प्यार करने की चाहत जगा दे !

फ्राइडे सिने एंटरटेनमेंट प्राइवेट लिमिटेड का एक निर्माण, अजय शाह, हिमांशु गाँधी और शबीर बॉक्सवाला द्वारा निर्मित, समीर सिप्पी द्वारा निर्देशित, मुख्य भूमिका में लीसा रे, रूही सिंह और जावेद जाफरी जैसे सितारों के साथ पेश करते हैं कृष्णा चतुर्वेदी को। 'इश्क़ फॉरएवर' २९ जनवरी, २०१६ को प्रदर्शित होने के लिए पूरी तरह तैयार है।

‘Ishq Forever’ - The New Age Rom-Com Of 2016 

A breezy rom-com starring fresh jodi Krishna Chaturvedi and Ruhi Singh, this is a new-age love story that will provide an instant connect with today’s youth who will instantly relate to this new age Rom-Com. The story revolves around a young boy and a girl, who meet on a journey and the unexpected situations they face, which finally prove to be a catalyst for their romance. However, the film is not just about that and also promises enough twists and turns to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. This ensemble star cast also features another unique pair with Lisa Ray and Jaaved Jaffrei

To add to the freshness of this new pair, the film is shot in the exotic locales of South Africa.

The film is also much-awaited because it marks the comeback of legendary composer Nadeem Saifi, who has a record of giving 1000 back to back hits and the only one who’s numbers are being remade even today, for his fans this film will prove to be a musical treat.

 When quizzed, Producer/Writer Shabeer Boxwala said, “My partners Ajay Shah, Harry Gandhi and me believe that since a long time, no one has made a pure love story, which an entire family can watch together and I’m sure this film will touch the heart of every youth and people from all walks of Life.”

 So, get ready for this romantic journey that tugs at your heartstrings and makes you want to fall in love… all over again!

A Friday Cine Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. production, produced by Ajay Shah, Himanshu Gandhi & Shabeer Boxwala, Directed by Sameer Sippy starring Lisa Ray, Ruhi Singh, introducing Krishna Chaturvedi and Jaaved Jafferi in lead roles, 'Ishq Forever' is all set to release on 29th January,2016.

Wave Cinemas to present Zubaan. Releasing March 4.

Raju Chadha led Wave Cinemas will release Mozez Singh's debut feature film "Zubaan" on 4th March 2016.

The musical is produced by Guneet Monga and Shaan Vyas of Sikhya Entertainment (makers of The Lunchbox and Masaan) & Metamozez Entertainment. 

Zubaan stars Vicky Kaushal and Sarah-Jane Dias in the lead roles. Vicky, one of the best debuts this year in the critically acclaimed Masaan, will also be seen in Anurag Kashyap and Aanand L Rai's next projects. Sarah was greatly appreciated in her last outing, the recently released and critically-acclaimed Angry Indian Goddesses.

Zubaan won accolades when it opened Asia's biggest film festival, the Busan International Film Festival held earlier this year with director Mozez Singh bagging the Rising Director award. It recently also played to an overwhelming response amongst the Indian communities of Los Angeles, New York and Vancouver.

Wave Group Chairman Raju Chadha and filmmaker & CEO Wave Cinemas Rahul Mittra were impressed by Zubaan's unique and fresh approach to mainstream filmmaking and feel that it is going to be a significant film for Bollywood.

Says director Mozez Singh, “I’m glad that my debut film Zubaan has been praised by one and all at several prestigious film festivals it has been screened. For me, it’s a passion project and I eagerly look forward to showcase the movie on 4^th March 2016.

Producer Guneet Monga says, “We are happy to bring Zubaan to cinemas on March 4, 2016. It’s an inspiring film and I’m sure people will relate to it.

Bhushan Kumar's T-Series is on board as the music label and is projecting it to be the musical album of next year.

Zubaan is a coming of age story of a young man who has a fear of music and is set between Punjab & Delhi. It is a Wave Cinemas Ponty Chadha presentation in association with Raju Chadha.

Harshali Malhotra bags Aadhi Aabadi Women Achievers Award 2015

Harshali Malhotra the youngest Awardee of Aadhi Aabadi Women Achiever's Award. She made her film debut with a prominent character in Kabir Khan's 2015 drama film Bajarangi Bhaijaan, opposite Opposite Salman Khan and Kareena Kapoor. 

A woman is the full circle. Within her is the power to create, nurture and transform. And it is this thought that gave rise to AAWAA, Thus, to underscore the paramount role played by women in society while appreciating their attitudes, initiatives, will power and perseverance, team AAWAA imbibed the idea to facilitate women achievers, help them become role models and be the torch bearers of change and empowerment.

Organizer Dinesh Singh who handed the award to Harshali feels, “I started these awards in 2009 and am very proud to have successfully entered the 7^th year amidst my friends in Mumbai. In 2002 we used to produce a show on DD called “Aadhi Aabadi Baat Naari Ki” and it is during which I realized that there are so many women in our country who have hidden talent but do not get the recognition. That was the reason we formed a committee to discover this talent and give them a small token of our appreciation in the form of these awards , not only to boost their morale but lead way for millions of others to follow.”

The awards are organised by Dinesh Singh Telefilms, Real advertising (P) ltd. & Invicta media Pvt. Ltd and look forward to coming up with many such editions in the near future too..

Richa's Birthday Thanksgiving

Richa who is celebrating her birthday today is all overwhelmed and filled with gratitude as the year comes to end. Richa Chadha feels she has a lot to be thankful for. 

On the auspicious day for the actress, we give you a load down of the year gone by for Richa Chadha.

The actress who has come a long way, since she began as an intern in a Magazine, left everyone speechless by her outstanding performance in Masaan.

After a long time Bollywood came up with a true unsaid story that awakened all of the ongoing struggle to escape from the preconceived mindset and the rigid social structure of the society.The actress who has always been one of the most popular faces in the Bollywood gained all the attention by her brilliant acting in Masaan. 

The year ended on an even higher note for the actress as she represented India as the Official Jury in Marrakech Film Festival 2015 presided by Francis Ford Coppola. She became the youngest actress to be on the jury ever for the prestigious film festival.

Going way forward, Richa who is currently shooting for Omang Kumars 'Sarabjit' is very excited as she will be sharing screen space with Randeep Hooda and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. 

Also, Richa will also been seen in a completely different avatar in Pooja Bhats 'Cabaret'.

Richa definitely makes us look forward for 2016, to get a treat of her power pack acting. Go girl!