INTEL SECURITY REVEALS PRIYANKA CHOPRA AS THE MOST SENSATIONAL CELEBRITY OF 2015

                                 

·         Annual Study Highlights Strong Correlation between Searches for Upcoming Movies and Potential Online Risks

·         Kapil Sharma Ousts Other Male Celebrities, Laughing his Way to Third position Overall

India – October 7, 2015 – Bollywood star Priyanka Chopra, replaces Alia Bhatt as Intel Security’s Most Sensational Celebrity to search for online in 2015. Intel Security has researched popular culture’s most famous people to reveal the riskiest personalities on the Web in the 2015 edition of the Most Sensational Celebrities (MSC) study. Amongst the surprise moves this year were Shraddha Kapoor’s meteoric rise to No. 2 (from No. 6 last year) and Kapil Sharma’s No. 3 position marking the only TV personality to make the list.

Cybercriminals keep a lookout for ways to take advantage of consumer interest around popular culture events including award shows, TV show premieres, film music launches, celebrity breakups, and more. Intel Security research found this year that almost 11.47% of all links generated while evaluating the top ten celebrity names (coupled with search terms ‘Torrent’, ‘HD Download’, and ‘Free MP4’) led to malware ridden or suspicious sites.

Commenting on the study findings, Venkat Krishnapur, Head of Intel Security Group- India Engineering Centre said, “Cybercriminals capitalize on consumer interest around popular culture by luring unsuspecting consumers to risky sites to steal sensitive personal data. At Intel Security, our endeavor is to educate and empower consumers to stay safe online. For the ninth consecutive year, our initiative highlights the problem of risky websites.”

The study uses McAfee® WebAdvisor, using SiteAdvisor® site ratings to determine which sites are risky to search when attached to celebrity names on the Internet and calculates the overall risk percentage. Likewise, the top ten celebrities from this year’s study with the highest percentages of risk in Indian cyberspace are:

Position	Celebrity	Percentage
1	Priyanka Chopra	15.56%
2	Shraddha Kapoor	12.92%
3	Kapil Sharma	12.22%
4	Jacqueline Fernandez	11.94%
5	Kangana Ranaut	11.11%
6	Hrithik Roshan	10.97%
7	Deepika Padukone	10.69%
7	Emran Hashmi	10.69%
7	Sunny Leone	10.69%
8	Alia Bhatt	10.42%
9	Amir Khan	10.28%
10	Kareena Kapoor	10.14%

Women outnumber men in being potentially risky targets online

Priyanka Chopra (no. 1), Shraddha Kapoor (no. 2), Jacqueline Fernandes (no. 4), Kangana Ranaut (no. 5), Deepika Padukone, Emran Hashmi as well as Sunny Leone (joint position - no. 7), Alia Bhatt (no. 8) and Kareena Kapoor (no. 10) feature in the top 10 list of Most Sensational Celebrities 2015 edition. Only four male celebrities made it to the top 10 list this year.

How You Can Stay Protected:

• Beware of clicking on third-party links. You should access content directly from official websites of content providers. For example, visit official sites to find content for your favorite celebrities.

• Only download videos from well-known, legitimate sites. This should be common sense, but it bears repeating: don’t download anything from a website you don’t trust — especially video. Most news clips you’d want to see can easily be found on official video sites and don’t require you to download anything.

·         Use caution when searching for “Torrent.” This term is by far the highest virus-prone search term. Consumers searching for videos or files through Torrent sites to download content should be careful as not to unleash unsafe content such as malware onto their computers.

• Always use password protection on all mobile devices. If you don’t and your phone is lost or stolen, anyone who picks up the device could have access to your personal information online.

• Don’t “log in” or provide other information. If you receive a message, text or email or visit a third-party website that asks for your information— including your credit card, email, home address, Facebook login —to grant access to an exclusive story, don’t give it out. Such requests are a common tactic for phishing that could lead to identity theft.

• Search online using a tool, such as McAfee® WebAdvisor software, which protects users from malicious websites and browser exploits. A complimentary version of the software can be downloaded at http://www.siteadvisor.com/final/index.html

Find More Information: 

·         To learn more about the research, you can check out

o   Blog post from Gary Davis: https://blogs.mcafee.com/consumer/most-dangerous-celebrities-2015

o   Blog post from Toni Birdsong: https://blogs.mcafee.com/consumer/how-a-music-or-celebrity-search-can-wreak-havoc-for-families

o   Twitter: Follow @IntelSecurity for live online safety updates and tips. Use hashtag #MostSensationalCelebs to discuss the Most Sensational Celebrities of 2015

·         Web surfers can also visit the Intel Security Facebook page atwww.facebook.com/intelsecurity and McAfee Security Advice Center for information on the latest consumer threats, and tips for living safe online.

·         If you do decide to search for information on a major event or celebrity in the news, make sure your entire household’s devices have protection, such as McAfee LiveSafe™ service, which protects all devices from your PCs, Macs, and tablets to your smartphone. It also includes malware detection software, McAfee® Mobile Security, to protect your smartphone or tablet from all types of malware.

Survey Methodology

The study was conducted using McAfee® WebAdvisor, using SiteAdvisor® site ratings to determine the number of risky sites that would be generated in search results including a celebrity name and commonly searched terms (noted below) and calculates an overall risk percentage for that celebrity. McAfee SiteAdvisor technology protects users from malicious websites and browser exploits. SiteAdvisor technology tests and rates nearly every Internet website it finds, and uses red, yellow and green icons to indicate the website’s risk level. Ratings are created by using patented advanced technology to conduct automated website tests and works with Internet Explorer, Chrome, Safari and Firefox.

The terms “Priyanka Chopra Free MP4”, “Priyanka Chopra HD downloads”, and “Priyanka Chopra Torrent” were used to search for Priyanka Chopra, and similar terms were used for each celebrity on the list. The results indicated the percentage of risk of running into online threats if a user clicked all the results generated by the terms. Fans clicking on these risky sites and downloading files including photos and videos from those sites may also be prone to downloading viruses and malware.

About Intel Security

McAfee is now part of Intel Security. With its Security Connected strategy, innovative approach to hardware-enhanced security, and unique Global Threat Intelligence, Intel Security is intensely focused on developing proactive, proven security solutions and services that protect systems, networks, and mobile devices for business and personal use around the world. Intel Security combines the experience and expertise of McAfee with the innovation and proven performance of Intel to make security an essential ingredient in every architecture and on every computing platform. Intel Security’s mission is to give everyone the confidence to live and work safely and securely in the digital world. www.intelsecurity.com.

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Sachin Pilgaonkar in & as Khansaheb in Essel Vision’s Katyar Kaljat Ghusali

Mumbai: He started his career as a child actor in Marathi film Ha majha Marg Ekla and won the National award for the same and after that he never looked back. He is an ace actor, brilliant director, successful producer and joyous singer Sachin Pilgaonkar. And after his glorious 53 years career the actor is all set to play feisty Khansaheb in Essel Vision’s upcoming film Katyar Kaljat Ghusali. Sachin Pilgaonkar will have the company of renowned singer Shankar Mahadevan as he is playing Pandit Bhanushankarji in Subodh Bhave’s musical drama. This diwali Essel Vision is all set to bring the legendary play of Marathi stage “Katyar Kaaljat Ghusli” to the silver screen.

After giving numerous blockbusters in Marathi cinema and playing diversities roles in bollywood the actor is now equipped to play Khansaheb. In the spam of five decades, Sachin has worked in more than 200 films. The audience is more used to be seen him as a good guy or even a hero in his earlier films, the character of Khansaheb will indisputably surprise audience and it will be surely exquisite treat to watch him. We will see him in completely new look and new form for this mega project. Film will also introduce acclaimed actress Sakshi Tanwar as Nabila, Khansaheb’s wife.

Sachin Pilgaonkar confessed, when Subodh approached him for the role of legendary Khansaheb he was absolutely thrilled. In his 53 years of career he has done variety of roles in Hindi films as well as in Marathi films but portraying Khansaheb was special. Maestro Vasantrao Deshpande has essayed Khansaheb in original play so it was challenging too. The character of Khansaheb has so many sheds display.  The transformation of Khansaheb from a high quality ‘Simple’ singer to a highly egoistic ‘Royal’ singer is surely a story to be watched not to be told he adds with a smile.

Katyar is an adaptation of a marathi musical play Katyar Kaljat Ghusli. In original play Khansaheb was played by maestro Vasantrao Deshpande. Katyar is a magnum opus musical with a whopping 21 songs. Shankar Ehsaan Loy, who is working for the first time in Marathi have revisited the original songs by Pt. Jitendra Abhisheki as well composed new tunes for the film. Sur Niraagas Ho, a devotional song sung by Shankar is hitting charts all over; From Bollywood’s angry young man Amitabh Bachcahan to legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar has praised the singer. This is not all, Ustad Zakir Hussain, Sunidhi Chauhan, Sonu Nigam, Vishal Dadlani, Shaan, Shekhar Ravjiani has also took to the micro-blogging site Twitter and praised the singer for singing this Ganpati song.

The music of the film is recreated by Indian trio Shankar, Ehsaan and Loy and movie is directed by Subodh Bhave. The Musical Drama is produced by Essel Visions and Shri Ganesh Marketing and Films. The star cast of this movie comprises of Shankar Mahadevan, Sakshi Tanwar, Subodh Bhave, Mrunmayee Deshpande and Amruta Khanvilkar. The movie would be released all over Maharashtra on November 13.

HARPER’S BAZAAR BRIDE – OCTOBER 2015

The October issue of Harper’s Bazaar Bride celebrates the advent of the wedding season with an India-centric couture special theme. 

On the cover, Salman Khan and Sonam Kapoor are featured in a never-seen-before collaboration. The fashion is relevant for the winter bride than ever, and the jewels and accessories bring forth a glittering treasure trail. Beauty explores one of the biggest statements a bride can make—fancy nails and everything else to match. The planning section collates together designer weddings with the biggest masters, and finally, for the honeymoon, we hop aboard the most luxurious trains in the world.

Tom hanks looking forward for the 'Bridge Of Spies' Kid Theater.

 The Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon announced Kid Theatre of 'Bridge Of Spies' on his show. Kid theater is a concept, wherein Jimmy Fallon asks parents to have their kids write one scene using the title of Tom Hanks' film 'Bridge of Spies'.

Tom hanks will be on Jimmy's show to promote his upcoming film 'Bridge of Spies', which is directed by Steven Spielberg.

Kid Theater is a fun segment on Jimmy's show, where kids aged between 5 years to 9 years are asked to send a scene according to their understanding of a given title. In this case the kids have been given to send in a scene titled 'Bridge Of Spies'.

Jimmy and Tom Hank's will be enacting a few shortlisted entries on The Tonight Show.

Tom Hank's is looking forward for this segment as he has seen previous Kid Theater segments and loved it.

He feels it will be interesting to experience and get an insight about the way 'Bridge Of Spies' as a title is perceived by young kids.

Tom Hank's has teamed up with Steven Spielberg for the fourth time for 'Bridge Of Spies'.

The film is all set to release on 16th October, 2015. 

हवाईअड्डे से अमृता राव का बैग हुआ गायब

जयपुर अंतरराष्ट्रीय हवाई अड्डे पर फिल्म अभिनेत्री अमृता राव का बैग गायब हो गया। इसमें एक लाख रूपए के महंगे फुटवियर के छह सेट बताए हैं। वह सोमवार सुबह 10.30 बजे एयर इंडिया की फ्लाइट से मुंबई से जयपुर पहुंची थीं।

हवाईअड्डे प्रशासन को दी घटना की लिखित शिकायत में उन्होंने बताया कि वह तीन लगेज लेकर आई थी। बैगेज लेने कंवेयर बेल्ट पर पहुंची तो दो बैग मिले, लेकिन फुटवियर वाला बैग नहीं मिला

अमृता के साथ आए स्टाफ, क्रू मेंबर्स ने बैग ढूंढ़ने की कोशिश की, लेकिन नहीं मिला। एयरपोर्ट प्रशासन ने उन्हें यह कहा कि बैग मिलने पर होटल पहुंचा दिया जाएगा। अमृता जयपुर ज्वैलरी शो के शूट के सिलसिले में शहर आई हैं। वह पांच दिन ज्वैलरी का शूट करेंगी

अमृता को विश्वास है कि हवाईअड्डा प्रशासन उनका बैग वापस दिलाने में मदद करेगा। "यह उनके साथ पहली घटना है जब हवाईअड्डे पर बैग खोया हो। मेरा स्टाफ केयरिंग है, लेकिन बड़े-बड़े शहरों में ऎसी छोटी-छोटी चीजें खो जाती हैं। मुझे विश्वास है हवाईअड्डा प्रशासन बैग जल्द से जल्द ढूंढ लेगा और मेरा बैग होटल तक पहुंच जाएगा।" 

Kunal Kemmu reacts on his highest viewed solo film trailer

Guddu ki Gun, that unveiled its naughty and bold trailer yesterday has been getting overwhelming response on social media. The trailer has received almost 6 lakh views on youtube and other websites in less than 24 hours of its release and has been trending on twitter. This is the the highest number that a solo Kunal Kemmu starrer has ever got. 

When asked about the exciting response, Kunal says, "i am very happy and relieved actually, that people are laughing with us on the trailer because it is a very unusual subject and always ran the risk of having people react badly to it. The response from unknown people, friends and industry colleagues has been more than encouraging. The best part is that even women are finding it funny."

"Shaan recorded a song for Sandesh Gour's Movie 'MEERADHA" "

Popular Bollywood Playback Singer Shantanu Mukherjee akla Shaan known for his super hit songs like Chaar Kadam (PK), Behti Hawa Sa Tha Who (3 Idiots), Chand Sifarish (Fanaa), Subah Ho Gayi Mamu (Munna Bhai MBBS), Jab Se Tere Naina (Saawariya) and many more songs for Sharukh Khan, Salman Khan, Amir Khan, Hritik Roshan, Ranbir Kapooretc... Now we got to know that singer has recorded a romantic song "Tumhari Chahat" for debut bolluwood movie "Meeradha".

Popular face on TV, actor Sandesh Gour acted in many TV shows for channels like Star Plus, Life Ok, Big Magic, Sab TV, and shows like Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Saraswatichandra, Mann Ki Awaaz Pratigya, Neela Telefilms show Tarak Meheta Ka Oolta Chashma, Mahi Sagar, Badi Doooor Se Aaye Hain. He had done international award winning short film "MUAFINAMA" as lead actor

Now Sandesh Gour is super excited for his upcoming debut movie "Meeradha" as main lead hero directed by Ashish Singh and produced by Surya prakash jethlia, under the banner of SPJ entertainment.

Bollywood playback singer Shaan recorded a song "Tumhari Chahat" for movie Meeradha. Shaan Said I am happy because on the occasion of lata mangeshakar ji's birthday I recorded this song for meeradha. Tumhari chahat is the romantic song with amazing lyrics and I am touched with the lyrics. People will gone like this song and my best wishes to debutant actor Sandesh Gaur ad his film Meeradha .

 

When contacted Actor Sandesh Gaur" My dubbing Part is completed. Producer and director are inlove with my work . They told me that movies emotional and comedy scenes are superb. Audience will definitely gone like it.

As we know , TV actors getting films these days for their talent and face value and one more actor "Sandesh Gour added into this. 

RED MOVIE FIRST LOOK UNVEILED

Nandita Singgha (Michelle)’s RED Movie Teaser dedicated to the greatness of Indian Crime Journalism who follow Mahatma Gandhi’s Non Violence Philosophy has received overwhelming response from the audience worldwide as it has been viewed by Millions across the globe. Now we share with you the FIRST LOOK POSTER of RED Movie.

There are 10 Crime Journalists of Gujarat, the land of Mahatma Gandhi who want to expose to the world the real culprits in the J Dey murder case and the motive behind it. They are also working on various other unsolved social issues  which the police and the legal system is not able to solve and keep under control which is plaguing Gujarat.

 Nandita Singgha (Michelle) who is the first Indian Director in the World to make all her First 5 movies on Crime Journalism says,“ I wanted to portray the emotions of crime journalists through the First Look Poster.” She further adds, “ One has to think like a criminal and as a crime journalist simultaneously to do justice to crime based stories as there s a concoction of mindset, motive, emotions, revelations and more which makes it challenging since storytelling should be gripping as a crime director. The Screenplay & Dialogues in crime based movies play a major role. I focus on Story and Screenplay so that the audience is entertained and the thrill is built up till the last scene.”

Salman Khan launches Tata Sky Actve Fitness

    

Get Fit Get Actve from the comfort of your home

Mumbai, 5th October, 2015: Tata Sky, the pioneer of innovative services in the DTH industry, has joined hands with Brilliant Living TV (a Suniel Shetty & Adarsh Gupta initiative) to launch an interactive service - ‘Actve Fitness’ - a first of its kind fitness training service on a DTH platform in the country. Actve Fitness will enable subscribers to access a world of fitness experts that train the country’s film-stars, from the comfort of their homes.

Super Star Salman Khan launched Actve Fitness in presence of Pallavi Puri, Chief Commercial Officer - Tata Sky, film star Suniel Shetty & Adarsh Gupta, Founder Director of Brilliant Living TV.

Celebrity fitness trainers ranging from Yasmin Karachiwala, Kaizzad Capadia to Abbas Ali, Grand Master Shifuji and many more, have shared workout, yoga sessions, self-defence and celebrity fitness tips that any individual can follow at home, without the need of any professional equipment. The interactive service also allows one to set a Weight Tracker and check the Calorie Counter for the kind of food they consume. Actve Fitness is a full screen service, accessible 24x7 at a nominal fee of Rs. 59/- month and available in Hindi & English at a click of a button.

“There is a growing desire to find solutions that help manage the challenges of a fast paced and demanding lifestyle. Staying fit and healthy is one of the top priorities. However not everyone has access to right exercising regimes or trainers across the country. It is this insight that triggered the Actve Fitness service, where we offer celebrity fitness experts who will help our subscribers to stay fit. A smarter and personalized way to take control of one’s health from the comfort of your homes”, says Pallavi Puri, Chief Commercial Officer, Tata Sky.

“Brilliant Living TV is delighted to be associated with Tata Sky to bring Actve Fitness to Indian homes. Our focus has been on creating passion & excitement for fitness amongst all Indians by guiding them through fitness exercises such as work-out videos, yoga and meditation. Now for the first time these services will be available to viewers at home through a DTH platform.” Adarsh Gupta, Founder Director of Brilliant Living TV said on this occasion.

The daily training program comprises video tutorials and practice sessions in yoga, work-out, nutrition, self-defence and meditation practiced by the industry leaders with anecdotes and insights, enabling one to stay fit from the comfort of their homes without going to a gym or a meditation centre.

Present at the launch super-star Suniel Shetty, Mentor to Brilliant Living TV said, “My passion was to extend a fit and healthy lifestyle to people around me. With the inception of Brilliant Living TV, we could gather the industry experts under one roof and with the help of Tata Sky Actve Fitness we are able to reach out to the mass. Continuing my effort, I am now looking forward to a healthy India in the near future.”  

Features of ‘Tata Sky Actve Fitness’:

Each day of the week will focus on a different body part, making the regime a holistic one.

The theme for each day:

• Monday: Full Body Day
• Tuesday: Lower Body Day
• Wednesday: Core & Abs Day
• Thursday: Upper Body Day
• Friday: Stretch & Breathe Day
• Saturday: Best of the Week
• Sunday: Rest day

Each day, a 30 minute video episode playing within each of the categories mentioned below which the subscribers can choose to follow for their daily dose of wellness:

Weekdays + Saturday

• Yoga: Spanning across different forms of yoga like Ashtang yoga, Vinyasa Yoga, Hatha yoga, etc
• Workout: Spanning across different forms of workout like Pilates, Kick-boxing, Fusion Martial Arts, etc
• Women’s Special: Focusing on fitness & well-being for women like self defence, dance workout, Pre-natal Yoga, etc
• Meditation Music: Serene music to unwind after a long day covering different tunes like music for de-stressing, meditation music, music from nature sounds, etc

Sunday Specials

• Nutrition:  How to cook/eat healthy, understanding of nutritional values of food, know what meals your favourite celebs like Shahid Kapoor, Kangana, etc love eating
• Fit & famous: Celebrity show based on the life on Celebrities focusing on fitness
• Fit-ex: Show on celebrity fitness index hosted by a fitness expert

About Tata Sky

Launched in 2006, Tata Sky is a JV between the TATA Group and 21st Century Fox. The company has invested in state-of-the-art digital infrastructure, partnered with global leaders to provide superior technology and set-up high-end 24x7 call centers across the country manned by multi-lingual customer service associates.

The Tata Sky brand has achieved significant milestones, industry accolades and is rated as the No 1 DTH brand by the ET Brand Equity 2012 most trusted brand survey. Tata Sky+ HD has been rated as the 'Product of the Year', 2013 in the DTH category. The company currently has a presence in over 50,000 towns with over 14.5 million connections. For more information on Tata Sky, visit www.tatasky.com

A Ha-trick success for the Actor-Director Jodi Irrfan Khan and Vishal Bhardwaj

Its another win , Its another masterpiece with Talvar for the Indian Cinema.

The Actor- Filmmaker duo have done it again, and its a ha-trick!!

Talvar is the third time the duo worked together and created an impact among-st the audiences yet again after the incredible Maqbool and Haider.

Irrfan is a director's actor. He gets into the skin of his character and brings to light subtle nuances to light onscreen. Vishal is a detailed writer and director. The two compliment each other very well in the process of film making.

 Talvar has earned a lot of appreciation from the audiences and continues to grow from the word of mouth.

Vishal loves the way Irrfan brings a character alive as he gets into the director's shoe flawlessly and help create them an anecdote.

मोहित मारवाह का लम्हे म्यूजिक वीडियो हुआ हिट।

फिल्म फुगली से अपने फिल्म करियर की शुरुआत कर चुके अभिनेता मोहित मारवाह, ब नज़र आएंगे मोहित सूरी के निर्देशन में बनी  म्यूजिक विडिओ " लम्हे" में.

इस सिंगल विडिओ में उनके साथ नज़र आएँगी अनु मलिक  की बेटी अनमोल मलिक, इतना ही नहीं इस विडिओ में मोहित का एक नया अवतार नज़र आएगा , जिन लोगो ने भी इस विडिओ को एक बार देखा है वे मोहित और अनमोल की कमेस्ट्री को   बार बार देखने से खुद को रो ही नहीं पा रहे हैं. 

इस बारे में मोहित का कहना है की  "मैं हमेशा से ही ऑनस्क्रीन एक म्यूजिशियन का किरदार करना चाहता था जो अब जा कर साकार हुआ है, मैं बहुत ही उत्साहित हु की मैं इस शानदार म्यूजिक विडिओ का हिस्सा हूँ, मैंने हालही में इस म्यूजिक विडिओ का शूट किया था, और लोगो की सकारात्मक प्रतिक्रिया देखकर मैं बहुत ही खुश हु"

 

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Mohit Marwah's new music video – Lamhein

Mohit Marwah, who made his debut with Fugly last year and was later signed on to endorse the popular fashion brand, Provogue, has come up with his new music video, Lamhein directed by Mohit Suri.

The new single sees the dashing debonair, Mohit Marwah in a new avatar along with Anmoll Malik (Anu Malik’s daughter) and those who have seen the music video can’t stop raving about their on-screen chemistry.

Talking about his experience of being part of his first music video, Mohit says, “My wish to play a musician on screen got fulfilled with Lamhein. I’m really excited to be a part of this fantastic music video and glad to be working with the right team. I shot this video recently and I’m very happy to see that it has turned out beautifully."

From short films to feature films, music videos to endorsement deals… looks like Mohit wants to do it all and in his own way! “I’m not in the rat race. I’m making my own journey,” says Mohit.

Multi Screen Media (MSM) inks a multi-year deal with NBCUniversal to bring blockbuster Hollywood titles to Sony PIX in India

Mumbai, October 05, 2015:

Multi Screen Media Pvt. Ltd. (MSM), which owns and operates the Sony network of television channels India and has extensive experience and expertise not only in programming, but also in operating and distributing televised entertainment, today announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership with NBCUniversal International Distribution. As a result of this agreement, Sony PIX (a part of the MSM Network) will now have access to Universal Pictures’ new U.S. theatrical releases, in addition to numerous other beloved titles from the studio’s vast film catalogue.

NBCUniversal has had a landmark year with Universal Pictures breaking records for the industry’s highest-grossing year ever for a studio at the domestic, international and worldwide box offices; enjoying the biggest year of all time for any studio in 43 international markets; and is the first studio ever to have three films (Minions, Jurassic World, Fast & Furious 7) each cross over the $ 1 billion mark in the worldwide box office in a single year.  The studio also recently passed the $ 5.53 billion mark at the worldwide box office, breaking the record for highest-grossing year – ever - for a studio in industry history. The current worldwide total to date is an unprecedented $6.38 billion.

This strategic multi-year deal will give Sony PIX access to Universal’s latest movie releases such as Fast & Furious 7, Jurassic World, Ted 2, Pitch Perfect 2 and Illumination Entertainment’sMinions, as well as the first installment in the studio’s various blockbuster franchises such asJurassic Park, The Mummy, The Fast & Furious, The Hulk and Despicable Me. Sony PIX will also be able to provide their viewers with access to other hit films from the studio such asGladiator, the first three films in the Rambo franchise, King Kong, Schindler’s List, Ted,Notting Hill, amongst others.

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NP Singh, Chief Executive Officer, Multi Screen Media (MSM)

“We are extremely pleased to announce this deal with NBCUniversal. We always strive to get top quality content for our viewers. With access to Universal’s movie titles, we have put ourselves in a position to get the best movies that Hollywood has to offer. I am confident that with this deal, viewer needs will be well-met and their enhanced movie experience will steadily increase viewer loyalty to Sony PIX – our English movie channel.”

Saurabh Yagnik, EVP & Business Head, Sony PIX

“Sony PIX is on a strong growth path and our objective is to consistently operate in the top two slots of the category. We strive to keep our audience amazed with investment in the right content and continuously innovate to break clutter. We have been aggressively strengthening our library through the right investments and our existing long-term deals with Sony Pictures Entertainment, MGM and Lionsgate have been successful. Now, our association with NBCUniversal is another step in consolidating our leadership position.”

Belinda Menendez, President, NBCUniversal International Distribution & Networks

“With one of the world’s fastest growing major economies, we see tremendous growth potential in India and this deal reinforces how important this market is to NBCUniversal. Further, we have always had a wonderful relationship with MSM/Sony PIX and are thrilled to partner with them to expand our reach in India and bring Universal’s new blockbuster hits and beloved library titles to their viewers in India.”

About Multi Screen Media (MSM):

MSM is a subsidiary of Sony Corporation – which owns and operates the Sony Entertainment network of television channels. As a leading television network in India, MSM comprises of Sony Entertainment Television (SET), one of India's leading Hindi general entertainment television channels; MAX, India's premium Hindi movies and special events channel; MAX 2, a second Hindi movie channel showcasing great Indian Cinema; SAB, a family comedy entertainment channel; PIX, the English movie channel; AXN, the leaders in English Entertainment Channel; MIX a refreshing Hindi music channel; SIX, India’s Premier Sports Entertainment Channel; Sony KIX, a youth-centric sports channel focusing on high adrenaline, fast-paced content and Sony LIV - the Digital Entertainment Channel                                   

The Network is in its 20^th year in India.

About Sony PIX:

Sony PIX (a part of the MSM Network) is one of India’s leading Hollywood movie channels.

Sony PIX has exclusive rights in India to premiere all Hollywood movies released worldwide by Sony Pictures Entertainment and MGM. The channel also has exclusive deals with top studios. Sony PIX actively engages with its audience in India through several innovative and interactive touch points. The property PIX Premiere Nights is the largest 360 degree experiential marketing brand property within the English movie category. Through exclusive tie ups with studios, we give a chance to the viewers to watch the latest Hollywood movies before its theatrical release in India.  Follow Sony PIX on Facebook - www.facebook.com/sonypix and on Twitter -@SonyPIX

For more information, visit http://www.sonypix.com/

About NBCUniversal International Distribution

NBCUniversal International Distribution, a division of NBCUniversal, is responsible for the distribution of NBCUniversal product to all forms of television and new media outside of the U.S. and Canada. This includes a rich library of more than 4,000 feature films and 100,000 television episodes, including current and classic titles, non-scripted programming, sports, news, long-form and short-form programming, and locally produced content from around the world.