Rekha Chaudhari Awarded Philosophiae Doctor Honoris Causa by Sorbon University, France

With skin being in following the boom in the beauty business, it’s only natural that beauty & wellness champions get their moment in the sun!
In this case, MD - Oneline Wellness Pvt. Ltd., and Queen of Spas and the wellness industry, Rekha Chaudhari was recently felicitated with the Philosophiae Doctor Honoris Causa honour at the 5th Sorbon International Convocation held at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. Organised by Dr John Thomas Prade from Sorbon University, France, in conjunction with the IIPPT Foundation India, Rekha Chaudhari was honoured in the field of Health & Wellness at the conclave.

An elated Global Wellness Ambassador Dr Rekha Chaudhari reveals, “Twenty- five years ago, when I came to the city to pursue a career in the field of beauty, times were tough and it was the same when I transitioned into the spa & wellness space. I just kept working hard as the road to success is seldom smooth.”

Global wellness Ambassador Dr.Rekha Chaudhari continues, “I am glad I got the opportunity to associate with award-winning European skincare and SPA  brands such as Rémy Laure, Phytomer, ASP and B.LAB. Also got honoured with many prestigious organisations worldwide to explore and work in the wellness industry last decade. 

Be it setting up the high-end luxury Spa across the world and having Own popular Caressaa Day Spa  Juhu or my various patented treatments such as the Geo Thermo Therapy and Rope Massage Therapy, they have all found their niche following. We have also successfully  trained   Tribal youth in beauty & wellness capacities in our various village schools  and successfully transformed there life by offering them jobs in the cities Spa and Salons .” It’s all these activities that lead to another laurel in her cap!
She affirms, “I am grateful to Dr. John Thomas Prade from Sorbon University, France, for conferring this prestigious honour on me! It feels nice to be recognised for your contributions in your chosen vocation.”

A Celeb-Studded Party of Ravinder Jeet Dariya’s Mushkil - Fear Behind You

Producer Ravinder Jeet Dariya threw a party for friends and family right ahead of his film, Mushkil - Fear Behind You’s release, slated for 9th August ‘19. Satellite The Club in Andheri West came alive as the film’s cast, crew and other celebrity guests were spotted tapping their feet to choiciest numbers over lip smacking delicacies! Producer-Host Ravinder Jeet Dariya, the film’s lead cast Rajniesh Duggall and Kunaal Roy Kapur alongside director Rajiv S Ruia were the first to arrive while Pooja Bisht, Nazia Hussain, Shafaq Naaz, Giorgia Andriani, Kurush Deboo, Nikitin Dheer, Navraj Hans, followed suit right after. 

Incidentally, the film’s team also launched the romantic song Naina Naina, crooned by Nakul Chhawchharia and set to music by Ravi Chopra, earlier in the day. The mellow song takes us through the initial journey of falling in love and is shot beautifully around the ghats of Benares. 

Directed by Rajiv S Ruia and produced by Ravinder Jeet Dariya under the banner Big Bat Films, Mushkil – Fear Behind You is the story of four friends who end up at a forbidden castle. Do watch out for Mushkil - Fear Behind You which is all set for nationwide release on 9th August, 2019.

Audiologist-Speech Therapist Devangi Dalal featured in Dainik Tufan Kranti

Rohit Verma to represent India with rainbow of woven cultural colours at India Day Parade, Atlanta – IACA Festival of India

It is not always that the tri-colour manifests itself to accommodate the myriad hues of the rainbow at its resplendent best. But when it does, you can be sure it spells inclusiveness and acceptance of sheer talent!

In this case, the talent we refer to is the amazing designer Rohit Verma who is doing India proud by walking the India Day Parade at Atlanta this August.

Verma, known for the classy Indianness in designs, will be displaying his amazing collection at the IACA Festival of India at Atlanta as well. He declares, "I am excited to be at the illustrious IACA Festival of India. Taking my Indian flag to Atlanta while representing my Indian culture and art gives me immense pleasure. A special thanks to Kamleshji who invited me and the entire team of IACA.”

Speaking about the collection, Verma reveals, “I’ve used different Indian fabrics such as hand-woven Khadi and cotton to represent the true essence of India on the runway. The collection will portray my emotions for India.”
Exults Verma, “It’s a great honour to be representing India at the India Day Parade. Jai Hind!”

Legendary Singer Padma Vibhushan Asha Bhosle Felicitated with Swami Ratna Award, while Marathi superstar Swwapnil Joshi & poet Shri N. D. Mahanor honoured with Swami Bhushan Awards

The 32nd foundation day of the Shri Swami Samarth Annachatra Trust (Akkalkot) was celebrated on July 15, on the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima. The day also saw the Trust and its President, and King of Akkalkot, Shri Janmejayraje Vijaysinhraje Bhosale, organise the first Annual Swami Ratna, Swami Bhushan and Swami Sevak Awards. At the ceremony, beloved music icon Padma Vibhushan Asha Bhosle was awarded the first Swami Ratna National Award 2019 and honoured with a cash prize of Rs.5 lakh. Marathi superstar Swwapnil Joshi and popular poet/lyricist Shri N. D. Mahanor were also felicitated with the Swami Bhushan State Awards 2019, receiving cash prizes of Rs 1.25 lakh each.

After receiving the award, legendary singer Asha Bhosle said, “I feel this award is God sent to me. This is my first visit to Akkalkot, a land blessed by Shri Swami Samarth Maharaj ji, and I am fortunate to have been felicitated by the King of Akkalkot, Shri Janmejayraje Bhosale ji. Shri Janmejayraje ji is doing great work at the Trust and this will only increase manifold.”

On the occasion, noted Marathi poet/lyricist N.D. Mahanor said, “The decision of the Annachatra Trust, headed by Shri Janmejayraje ji, to award me this prize is like Shri Swami Samarth Maharaj ji’s blessing. I will remember this award for as long as I live.” Shri Mahanor ji also thanked the Mangeshkar family for nominating him for this felicitation.

Swwapnil Joshi, one of the brightest stars in the sky of Marathi cinema today, was thrilled at receiving the award.  “My parents have told me that this Award by the Annachatra Trust and Shri Janmejayraje ji is actually Shri Swami Samarth Maharaj ji’s immense blessings showered on me. I am so glad I am receiving it alongside the iconic Asha ji and Mahanor ji. I am thrilled to be sharing the same stage as the Mangeshkar family, whose music has been such an inspiration,” said the superstar.  

The President of the Annachatra Trust Shri Janmejayraje Vijaysinhraje Bhosale ji has set up the first Annual Swami Awards in the memory of his late father Shri Vijaysinhraje Bhosale. He was glad to have the support of Padmashree Pandit Hridaynath Mangeshkar all along. Shri Janmejayraje ji’s daughter-in-law Shrimati Arpitaraje Amolraje Bhosale also honoured eminent jourmalist, film maker and media strategist Anusha Srinivasan Iyer alongside the awardees.

Rohit Verma to represent India with rainbow of woven cultural colours at India Day Parade, Atlanta – IACA Festival of India

It is not always that the tri-colour manifests itself to accommodate the myriad hues of the rainbow at its resplendent best. But when it does, you can be sure it spells inclusiveness and acceptance of sheer talent!

In this case, the talent we refer to is the amazing designer Rohit Verma who is doing India proud by walking the India Day Parade at Atlanta this August.

Verma, known for the classy Indianness in designs, will be displaying his amazing collection at the IACA Festival of India at Atlanta as well. He declares, "I am excited to be at the illustrious IACA Festival of India. Taking my Indian flag to Atlanta while representing my Indian culture and art gives me immense pleasure. A special thanks to Kamleshji who invited me and the entire team of IACA.”

Speaking about the collection, Verma reveals, “I’ve used different Indian fabrics such as hand-woven Khadi and cotton to represent the true essence of India on the runway. The collection will portray my emotions for India.”
Exults Verma, “It’s a great honour to be representing India at the India Day Parade. Jai Hind!”

Rohit Verma turns the ramp into Runway of Dreams for the differently-abled!

 

Global designer Rohit Verma has always been known to follow his heart. And his heart seems to be in the right place when it comes to standing up for children. Rohit Verma has turned the ramp walk into a catwalk for a cause by spearheading a fundraiser for differently-abled children called Mydream Fashion Trunk Show at the Capitolio Reception Hall, Houston, Texas, USA.
Organized by the Mydream Global Foundation, a New Jersey based non-profit organisation, the event will see Rohit Verma at his creative best as well.
"Children are a manifestation of the divine. I am grateful to Lord Krishna that I am a tool," says an elated Rohit Verma. 
Mydream Global Foundation, the brainchild of Rashmi Bedi, a former Mrs India New Jersey, works towards helping differently-abled children. They have also organised events in aid of soldiers and their families, for empowering women through education, and are the people behind the National Bravery Awards and Bharat Global Icon Awards. Ms Bedi was also felicitated with the New York State Highest Woman Empowerment Award for her contribution to society.

सुदेश भोसले : मी कल्याणजी-आनंदजी यांचा ऋणी आहे.

गायक सुदेश भोसले यांनी महान संगीतकार जोडी कल्याणजी-आनंदजी यांच्या अविस्मरणीय गीतांना उजाळा दिला. पद्मश्री आनंदजी भाई यांच्या उपस्तिथीत मुंबईच्या प्रसिद्ध षण्मुखानंद ऑडिटोरियम येथे 'गीतो का कारवान' हा संगीतमय कार्यक्रम रंगला. 

सुदेश भोसले यांनी कल्याणजी-आनंदजींच्या लोकप्रिय धून मधून अपनी तो जैसे तैसे, पल पल दिल के पास, यारी है इमान, सलाम-ए-इश्क मेरी जान, राफ्ता राफ्ता देखो आंख मेरी लडी है, खैके पान बनारसवाला, मेरे अंगने मैं यांसारखी एका पेक्षा एक सरस गाणी गायली. इतकेच नाही तर खुद्द आनंदजी यांनी त्यांना मंचावर साथ दिली आणि त्यांच्या बरोबर गाणी गायली.

 भावुक सुदेश भोसले त्या सुवर्ण काळाची आठवण करत म्हणाले  की, "कल्याणजी-आनंदजी यांचे नेहमीच  माझ्या हृदयात एक खास स्थान आहे. करियरनुसार, मी त्यांचा ऋणी आहे. खूप दिल आहे मला त्यांनी. ते मला नेहमीच वेगवेगळ्या आवाजात गाण्यासाठी प्रोत्साहन करत असतात. त्यांच्याबद्दलची सर्वात चांगली गोष्ट अशी आहे की, चित्रपट जगतात मोठी व्यक्तिमत्त्व असले तरीही, ते नेहमीच विनम्र असतात. आजही, जेव्हा मी आनंदजीच्या घरी भेट देतो तेव्हा ती भेट कोणत्याही औपचारिकतेशिवाय असते, ते नेहमीच मला परिवारातील एका सदस्या प्रमाणे वागणूक देतात. अमितजी (अमिताभ बच्चन) ९० च्या दशकात बरेच सारे थेट कार्यक्रम चालवत असत आणि त्यांचे हे कार्यक्रम कल्याणजी-आनंदजी यांच्या ऑर्केस्ट्रा शिवाय होत नसत. जेव्हा ही अमितजी परफॉर्म करायचे तेव्हा मी कल्याणजी-आनंदजी बरोबर शो मध्ये असायचो आणि हे शो एका कुटुंबीय सहलीप्रमाणे असायचे माझ्यासाठी. येथूनच माझी अमितजी यांच्याशी जवळीक वाढत गेली. आज मला आनंद होतोय की मी आनंदजी यांना त्यांच्यासमोर त्यांना आणि  स्वर्गंयीय कल्याणजी यांना हा ट्रीबुट देतोय."

ह्या कार्यक्रमास आनंदजी ह्यांच्या पत्नी शांता बेन शाह हि उपस्थित होत्या. प्रसिद्ध गायिका साधना सरगम, पामेला चोपडा, मुख्तार शाह, तरनुम मल्लिक आणि वैभव वशिस्त यांनी हि ह्या कार्यक्रमात जादुई संगीतकार जोडीची अनेक हिट गाणी गायिली. 

ULLU की पेशकश हलाला का फ़र्स्ट लुक जारी

मशहूर स्ट्रीमिंग प्लेटफॉर्म Ullu अब अपनी एक और बेहतरीन पेशकश यानि वेब सीरीज़ हलाला के साथ हाज़िर है। हलाला मुस्लिम समाज में तीन तलाक के बाद तलाकशुदा महिलाओं के हालात पर बनाई गई एक‌ जज़्बाती सीरीज़ है। हलाला Ullu के सर्वेसर्वा और निर्माता-फ़िल्मकार-व्यवसायी  mjविभू अग्रवाल की प्रस्तुति है, जिसे फ़ाल्गुनी शाह के ड्रीम इमेज के सहयोग से बनाया गया है जबकि इसका निर्देशन‌ किया है दीपक पांडे ने।

टीवी शो शुभान अल्लाह की अपार सफलता और फिर उसी मोड पर, कोड ब्लू और राष्ट्रीय और अंतर्राष्ट्रीय स्तर पर मशहूर फ़िल्मों और वेब सीरीज़ के बाद Ullu द्वारा बनाई गई हलाला न सिर्फ़ अपने देश, बल्कि एशिया की मुस्लिम बहुल इलाकों में तीन तलाक के बाद मुस्लिम महिलाओं की होनेवाली बदत्तर हालातों पर केंद्रित एक झकझोर कर देनेवाली सीरीज़ है।

तीन तलाक के बाद किसी भी महिला को हराम घोषित कर दिया जाता है जिसके बाद वो फ़ौरन किसी और मर्द से शादी कर उसे अपना पति नहीं बना सकती है। इतना ही नहीं, इस्लामिक कानून के मुताबिक, अगर तलाकशुदा महिला को अपने पहले पति के पास दोबारा लौटना हो, तो पहले उसे किसी और मर्द के साथ हमबिस्तर होना पड़ेगा और उससे शादी‌ करनी पड़ेगी। इस क्रूर रिवाज़ को निभाए बग़ैर तलाकशुदा महिला अपने पहले पति के पास कतई नहीं लौट सकती है।

हलाला एक प्रेमी युगल द्वारा प्यार के लिए किए गए समझौते, एक‌ निडर‌ महिला के साहसी सफ़र और उसके आंतरिक द्वंद्व की कहानी है। इस सीरीज़ के लिए कास्टिंग करना भी‌ कम पेचीदा काम नहीं था। ऐसे में हलाला में मंजे हुए कलाकारों के साथ साथ नए कलाकारों को भी मौका दिया गया है। ये सभी कलाकार इस बार एक नए माध्यम के ज़रिए फिर से अपने अभिनय का जलवा दिखाने को बेताब हैं।

 Ullu द्वारा निर्मित हलाला में मशहूर सीरियल दिया और बाती हम की पॉपुलर अभिनेत्री दीपिका सिंह, जोधा अकबर में काम कर चुके रवि भाटिया, चिड़िया घर में नज़र आनेवाली शफ़ाक नाज़, मोह मोह के धागे फ़ेम एजाज़ खान अहम किरदारों में दिखाई देंगे। ग़ौरतलब है कि जानी-मानी व प्रतिभाशाली अभिनेत्री और डांसर नीलिमा अज़ीम इस सीरीज़ में शफ़ाक के तौर पर एक मां के रोल में नज़र आएंगी। नीलिमा सीरीज़ के लीड किरदार में होंगी जबकि एजाज़ और रवि उनके पति के रोल में दिखाई देंगे। इस बहुप्रतीक्षित सीरीज़ में दीपिका एक वकील के किरदार में नज़र आएंगी।

उल्लेखनीय है Ullu को सबस्क्राइब करने‌ की सालाना फ़ीस महज़ 36 रुपए है और इतने कम रुपयों में उसके ग्राहक विविध तरह के वेब सीरीज़ देख सकते हैं,‌ फिर चाहे बात ड्रामा, हॉरर,‌ सस्पेंस, थ्रिलर सीरीज़ की हो या फिर कॉमेडी शोज़ की हों, Ullu पर हर तरह का मनोरंजन उपलब्ध है। Ullu के पास ओरिजनल और सिंडिकेटेड कंटेट‌ की एक बड़ी लाइब्रेरी है, जिसके तहत वो कहीं भी रहकर 24 घंटे ओरिजनल फ़ीचर, शॉर्ट व डॉक्यूमेंट्री फ़िल्में, बहुभाषी कंटेट, गाने, ऑडियो लिस्टिंग आदि सभी का लुत्फ़ उठा सकते हैं। Ullu की एक बड़ी ख़ासियत ये है कि आप बिना इंटरनेट कनेक्शन के इसके वीडियो कंटेट को आसानी से डाउनलोड कर सकते हैं। Ullu एप्लिकेशन ऐप स्टोर में iOS और गूगल प्ले स्टोर‌ में एंड्रॉइड पर उपलब्ध है।

Mushkil - Fear Behind You Song Launch With Rajniesh Duggall, Kunaal Roy Kapur, Ravinder Jeet Dariya, Rajiv S Ruia, Mohammed Irfan & Others

The song launch of the film Mushkil – Fear Behind You, held at The View, Andheri West, saw Producer Ravinder Jeet Dariya, Director Rajiv S Ruia, actors Rajniesh Duggall, Kunaal Roy Kapur, Pooja Bisht, Nazia Hussain and Shafaq Naaz, Singer Mohammed Irfan, Music Directors Vardan Singh-Ravi Chopra & Lyricist Anjaan Sagri in attendance. The event witnessed the release of the film’s first song - Ik Siwa Tere crooned by Mohammed Irfan and set to music by Vardan Singh. The song launch was followed by a press conference with the cast and crew. 

Directed by Rajiv S Ruia and produced by Ravinder Jeet Dariya under the banner Big Bat Films, Mushkil – Fear Behind You is the story of four friends who end up at a forbidden castle! 

Says producer Ravinder Jeet Dariya, “Mushkil is a no-expense spared effort! We have shot the film across Greece, Europe and Benares. Director Rajiv S Ruia and the cast have done an amazing job.”

Speaking about the movie, Rajniesh Duggall adds, “The character is very intriguing; the canvas colourful! When the story was narrated to me, I was immediately hooked on.”

Avers Kunaal Roy Kapur, “Mushkil has given me the chance to perform in songs - an experience I have never had and may be never will. I loved every moment of it.” 

Director Rajiv S Ruia expresses, “Mushkil is a blend of the old school and the modern world through the eyes of the protagonists. Its USP is the strength of performance by the actors, the VFX, the haunting melodies, the mellifluous vocals and, of course, our producer who stands by us at all times.”

Do watch out for Mushkil - Fear Behind You which is all set for nationwide release on 9th August, 2019.

Ullu Launches #MeToo Wolf of Bollywood’s Trailer Vivan Bhathena, Amit Behl, Vibhu Agarwal, Ridheema Tiwari & Other Celebs Grace The Do

Ullu, a popular streaming platform, recently launched its latest offering, #MeToo Wolf of Bollywood, showcasing the tale of an unspoken, unrequited love, and its truth behind the shiny façade luring millions worldwide!

#MeToo Wolf of Bollywood is presented by Ullu, helmed by Producer-Filmmaker-Entrepreneur Vibhu Agarwal, in association with Falguni Shah’s Dreamzz Images Studio and is directed by Deepak Pandey.

A moment that would eventually storm the whole nation, #MeToo Wolf of Bollywood revolves around the protagonist Karan Mathur’s life where he feels the guilt of the sad demise of an unknown starlet named Suvarna Pashte AKA Sana, who kills herself trying to tell Karan about her sexual harassment. His marriage to Avantika Sharma and her family of city’s influential socialites, shatters as he takes it upon himself to avenge Sana’s suicide. However, the big question remains that why would a calculative, sharp investment banker risk his personal and professional life, for a girl who was merely a part of his friends’ group. From a shady producer’s office, where girls perform a striptease show with music for a film role, the series forwards to workshops where astounding physical abuse in art’s name tends to be usual in the realm of theatre. Followed by glamorous parties where there is no dearth of drugs and alcohol, Karan Mathur navigates through it all, determined to catch the wrong-doer risking being caught and jailed, or worse, ending up getting killed by Sana’s perpetrators.

Ullu’s #MeToo Wolf of Bollywood has a stellar cast of Vivan Bhathena of Dangal and Judwaa 2 fame, versatile actor Amit Behl of Lakshya and Shivaay fame, Ridheema Tiwari known for her stint in Do Dil Ek Jaan and Sasural Genda Phool, actor-dancer Ana Ilmi, actor-model Aanaya Bhaanndari, Miss Asia Bikini Gehana Vasisth, Sikander Kharbanda of Kasautii Zindagii Kay fame, veteran Marathi actor Savita Malpekar, Splitsvilla participant Isha Anand Sharma of Kundali Bhagya fame. Besides Vibhu Agarwal, the entire star-cast made their presence felt at the launch.

“After the tremendous response to Halala and Panchali, we are back with #MeToo Wolf of Bollywood. People of today’s era are smart. They have begun to grasp the aspects of content as they try to relate to it. Ullu’s scripts are made in accordance to modern thought processes and the way today’s people interact,” averred Vibhu Agarwal, the man behind the Ullu App.

“People, from small villages and towns, come to the city to try their luck in Bollywood. But, they never reach Bollywood. What #MeToo Wolf of Bollywood portrays is how people are taken advantage of in Bollywood. The show is aptly titled. Vibhuji and I were clear from the very start that we want to empower women. And personally, I stand for and by the #MeToo movement. For me, it is a very important movement and so is this project," added Vivan Bhathena who portrays the protagonist.

Ullu allows its customers to watch a wide variety of web-series, movies and exclusive Ullu shows. Be it drama, horror, suspense, thriller or comedy, Ullu has it all! Allowing the users to access great original and syndicated content, round the clock and wherever they may be located, Ullu’s exclusive content library comprises of original web-series and features, short films, multi-lingual content, songs et al. Letting its users to download their video content to experience on-the-go without an internet connection, the Ullu application is available on iOS on the App Store and Android on the Google Play Store.

Mushkil, Fear Behind You First Look Trailer Out!

Trailer Link:

 https://youtu.be/BBeS9XYr1fs  

Directed by Rajiv S Ruia and produced by Ravindra Jeet Dariya - Mushkil, Fear Behind You dropped its official trailer on 12th July, 2019 starring Rajniesh Duggal, Kunal Roy Kapoor, Nazia Hussain and Pooja Bisht in the lead roles. The first look of the film gives a glimpse of a romantic horror film against a scary backdrop.

It's believed that good has always ended evil and Mushkil, Fear Behind You is sure to prove the Triumph of Good in the universe. While the trailer gives out an essences of the storyline, the film is sure to frighten the audience with its HD EFFECTS and shrilling Sound Quality with pathbreaking VFX .The story revolves around 4 friends who end up at the forbidden castle.
A castle they should not have entered.
Producer Ravinder Jeet Dariya and Director Rajiv S Ruia with Big Fat Films have together curated  a film that speaks about doing the right things and have penned nuances of entertainment to ensure cutting edge drama.

Speaking about film, Ravinder Jeet Dariya producer of the film shares “There always have been an audience for good a horror movie, we have tried to make a film which fills the gap and brings in the true horror elements with the right set of VFX and storyline in Indian film industry”

Sharing his excitement, Kunal Roy Kapoor' shares " Get set to be amazed as we bring to you the film which will surely give you sleepless nights "

Sharing his excitement, Rajniesh Duggal shares " I have always loved to work on unique storylines and new concepts, we all have really given our best to ensure an amazing experience to our audience.

Anupriya Goenka’s Unprofessional Behaviour Irks Ullu, Producer Pays For Her Non Co-operation

Actor Anupriya Goenka’s unprofessional behaviour has made her producers Dreamzz Images and Ullu pay dearly in the case of the web series, Panchali, as she refused to allocate a predetermined time for promotional activities for the media, thereby failing the contract clause for Panchali, produced by Ullu.

Panchali, based on an age-old tradition in which multiple men in the house are married to one wife, is a prevalent practice of some areas in India. While one could blame the social and economic reasons for this backward tradition to survive in today’s age and time, Ullu’s Panchali is a very unique story of a very distinct woman. A woman who chose her path on her own decree. Going ahead to commence a peaceful, yet offbeat family household with four husbands and a child is never an easy task. It is often unheard of!

Actor Anupriya Goenka shot to fame with an e-commerce store advertisement where she portrayed a lesbian. It is touted to be the first ever lesbian commercial, following which she went on to star in Padmaavat. Informing Anupriya’s management on the non-release of her payment on the grounds of not promoting Panchali on her social media, an Ullu spokesperson averred, “An actor has to promote a film before the time of release and has to stay put on the promotion till the initial period of the project going online. She has not been supportive to promote this film even for one instance."

Due to this unprofessional behavior by Anupriya, the OTT platform had to delay Panchali's release a number of times causing constant rescheduling and postponement.”

Her management had time and again promised on Anupriya’s committment on promoting, but after the third time, Ullu realized its ill-effect on their revenue stream. They sent a letter to the production house and the production house in turn approached CINTAA. After offering to promote the show but not the OTT, which the makers consented to, Anupriya Goenka went back on her words.

Falguni Shah of Dreamzz Images averred, “I being, a producer, have done more than everything which was in my control. But Anupriya Goenka, is not fulfilling her duties as an artiste or as a professional. As this conversation was happening between us and her manager, I even mailed the detailed conversation to Anupriya personally but till date I did not get any revert from her.”

When contacted Amit Behl, Sr. Joint Secretary, CINTAA’s Jt. Dispute Committee, said, “Yes, the producers did come to us. We asked them to approach the association. They did and got in touch with us. We wanted to have a joint meeting of the actor, the producer and the OTT platform CEO, but it is rather unfortunate that Anupriya Goenka has still not given a time for the meeting.”

Producer-Filmmaker-Entrepreneur Vibhu Agarwal and the man behind the Ullu app added, “We waited long for this and then finally released the show. The channel won't be releasing the part payment for this project to the production house due to the actor’s unprofessional behaviour.”

Panchali, a fairytale set against the real world of greed, jealousy and violence, is all set for an international release with Ullu, Allowing the users to access great original and syndicated content, round the clock and wherever they may be located, Ullu’s exclusive content library comprises of original features, shorts and documentaries, multi-lingual content, songs, audio listings et al. Letting its users to download their video content to experience on-the-go without an internet connection, the Ullu application is available on iOS on the App Store and Android on the Google Play Store.

Daler Mehndi-Usmaan Khan catch up over dinner, get musical!

Daler Mehndi visited actor-composer  Usmaan Khan's ho

me foe a sumptuous dinner. Daler Mehndi rendered his vocals to Usmaan Khan's musical foray as composer with  Gabru Gang, an interesting film by director Sameer Khan on  kite-flying, a sport that is not acknowledged as a sport. A heartwarming story of hi-flying lads from Punjab to whom kite-flying is their life, 

Says he, "I could think of no one except Daler paji. And he has done full justice to the song. I am very thankful to director Sameer Khan for his faith in me."

Daler Mehndi returns the compliment, stating it was the power of the composition of Usmaan Khan and the lyrics by Sameer Anjaan that helped him infuse life into it. "It is a beautiful composition by a beautiful person. Hats off to Usmaan Khan!"

Gabru Gang is produced by Ashok Goenka and Arti Puri under the banner Om Suraj Films and  Amritsar Talkies.

Proud Audiologist-Speech Therapist Devangi Dalal with student Sagar Patil who was felicitated at the Bharat Prerna Awards and Shoorveer Awards held recently at Bombay Stock Exchange!

Josh Foundation gives an overwhelming performance at Dhadkan an event for specially abled children

Dhadkan, a programme organized by the Rotary Club of Bombay West, focused on breaking the stereotypes that surround disability. Aptly subtitled ‘Specially Abled Miracle’, over 400 specially abled kids across various institutions attended the programme. More than a 100 children also performed in the talent hunt and the fashion show held at Mukesh Patel Auditorium. JOSH Foundation, helmed by Dr. Jayant Gandhi and Audiologist-Speech Therapist Devangi Dalal, ensured that their foundation’s kids also participated in the performance with an emotional tribute to the Pulwama attack victims. Devangi Dalal averred, “We want people to realize that these children are not helpless. Their physical condition is not a barrier to fulfilling their dreams!”

After all, the joy and smiles on the faces of these specially abled children make us question the definition of society’s misconception of ‘disabled’ label.

Music Icon Asha Bhosle To Be Felicitated With First Swami Ratna Award, Swwapnil Joshi, N. D. Manohar with Swami Bhushan Awards

The 32nd foundation day of the Shri Swami Samarth Annachatra Trust (Akkalkot) is to be celebrated along with the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima on July 16. In the memory of the late Akkalkot King Shrimant Vijaysinhraje Bhosale, the Trust will organize the first Annual Swami Ratna, Swami Bhushan and Swami Sevak Awards. At the said ceremony, beloved music icon Padma Vibhushan Asha Bhosle will be awarded the first Swami Ratna National Award 2019 and honoured with a cash prize of Rs.5 lakh. Marathi superstar Swwapnil Joshi and well-known poet/lyricist Shri N. D. Manohar will also be felicitated with the Swami Bhushan State Awards 2019, receiving cash prizes of Rs 1.25 lakh each. The announcement of the First Swami Ratna Award to Asha Bhosle by the Shri Swami Samarth Annachatra Trust, Akkalkot, was made at Prabhu Kunj, in presence of Hridaynath Mangeshkar, Shri Janmejayraje Vijaysinhraje Bhosale, Shri Amolraje Janmejayraje Bhosale, Adinath Mangeshkar, Sudhir Gadgil, Krishna Mangeshkar and the media fraternity. 

Shri Swami Samarth Annachatra Trust was established on July 29, 1988, on the occasion of Guru Purnima. And hence the occasion has always held a special meaning for the Trust. As a result, the Trust has always celebrated its foundation day on the occasion of Guru Purnima, with grand joint celebrations that is famous in Maharashtra. Thousands of devotees from adjoining villages are expected to participate in the festivities.

The Shri Swami Samarth Annachatra Trust will celebrate the 32nd foundation day with a myriad of religious and cultural programmes planned from July 6-15, 2019. This is the 20th year of the programme.

All the devotees participating in the festivities will be provided with Maha Prasad twice a day, at no cost. Every day nearly 15-20 thousand devotees will eat the Maha Prasad. For the comfort of the out-station devotees, various kinds of inns, hotels, etc. offering non-A.C., A.C., suite, deluxe and V.I.P. suite stay options have been built, which have also contributed to the development of Akkalkot city. Setting up pipelines spreading out eight km. from its own well, the Trust has been providing the city with 10 lakh litres of water every day for eight months, to combat the scarcity of water. All this work has been carried out for the benefit of the poor and down-trodden. The Trust is always ready to lend a helping hand to those affected by earthquakes, famines, floods, etc., through their various programmes. For bringing the Swami Maharaj closer to his devotees, the Trust ensures his palki (carriage) is on the move in the state for eight months of the year. 

Every year on the occasion of Guru Purnima and the Trust’s foundation day ceremony, ten days of festivities are held with religious and cultural activities. In 2019, for the first time, on July 15  (on Guru Purnima) at 6 pm the first Swami awards will be held.

The celebrations will be held in the auspicious presence of Padmashri Pandit Hridyanath Mangeshkar and Yatinji Shaha, and under the guidance of Shri Janmejayraje Vijaysinhraje Bhosale.

In the last 31 years, the Shri Swami Samarth Annachatra Trust has carried out the Swami’s wishes of providing nourishment to one and all. Born in a premier royal family, Shri Janmejayraje Vijaysinhraje Bhosale has established this Trust in the name of his Guru, Guru Swami Samarth Maharaj. Under his mentorship, the Trust has grown from strength to strength and carries out various activities for the progress and development of the place and its people. As of now, a 5-storey building is being constructed at the cost of Rs. 50 crore to house the dining halls, among other planned development. The Trust believes it’s the Swami Samarth Maharaj’s blessings that it has been able to carry out its activities untiringly.

This press council included Pandit Hridyanath Mangeshkar, Award Council President Shri Janmejayraje Vijaysinhraje Bhosale, Council in-charge Shri Amolraje Janmejayraje Bhosale, Shri Abhay Khobre, Shri Lala Rathod, Shri Sudhir ji Gadgil, Shrimati Anusha Srinivasan Iyer, Co-ordinator and Prashant Khobre among others.

More Accolades for Saare Sapne Apne Hain

Having won a standing ovation at Entr’2 Marches, Cannes, Saare Sapne Apne Hain has traveled the world over to over 60 distinguished film festivals worldwide, winning appreciation and accolades and winning over hearts wherever it went. And recently, Vedant won the Best Child Actor Award, Filmmaker Anusha Srinivasan Iyer won the Best Woman Director Award, while Saare Sapne Apne Hain won the Best Short Film Award at the Cotton City International Awards held at PL Deshpande Auditorium, Ravindra Natya Mandir, Prabhadevi.

Saare Sapne Apne Hain is about the journey of a mute boy Raju who works in a tea-stall as a helper boy and uses his tip to feed a poor, little child over his own dreams. After all, he has already lived the world is in his dreams!