Raqt star-studded Music Launch at Andhericha Raja

The music launch of Raqt took place with the blessings of Andhericha Raja Ganpati. The event, hosted by Amit and Ashish Mishra saw the stars of the likes of Gulshan Grover, Sheena Shahabadi, Suresh Menon, Manish Paul, Manisha Marzara, sufi singer Mudasir Ali, Shadab Faridi, Kavitta Verma, Arjun in attendance along with composer Daboo Malik, lyricist Panchhi Jalonvi, directors Adi Irani and Shiva Rindan and producers Ashish Mishra & Amit Mishra, writer Sanjeev Verma among others.

Gulshan grover was the first to arrive and with the cast, whispered the message and prayers for a great release to Ganesha through mooshik’s ears. Others followed. And soon the darshan and the aarti anda music release took place with Lord Ganesha’s blessings.

Raqt is all set for a September 27, all-India release.

BANNER: MAA TARINI FILMS

PRODUCER :- Ashish Mishra & Amit Mishra

DIRECTORS :-  Adi irani & Shiva Rindan

STARCAST:- Sheena Shahabadi, Shweta Bharadwaj, Gulshan Grover, Arjun Mahajan, Shakti Kapoor, Farida Jalal, Suhani, Suresh Menon et al.

MUSIC DIRECTOR :- Daboo Malik

LYRICS :- Panchhi Jalonvi

SINGERS :- Shaan, Sunidhi Chauhan, Amal Mallik, Suzanne D Mello, Akruti Kakkar

PIHU TO PLAY GREY SHADES IN bade acche lagte hain

 

Sony Entertainment Television’s popular show Bade Achhe Lagte Hain has taken a leap yet again. Pihu, played by Fenil Umrigar, is now a collegiate and she tells us how she may well be the central character of this long-running love story of a middle-aged couple. 

Playing Pihu... how does that feel?

I am elated. Bade Achhe Lagte Hain is a flagship show and I am super excited to be a part of it. Also with this leap, Pihu becomes the central character so I have a lot to do. Like Pihu, I am a very honest and hardworking person. Let’s hope this stint is a success.

How did you bag the offer?

I got a call from the production house two months’ back saying that they had seen footage of BFF and wanted me to audition for Pihu. Since I couldn’t go to Mumbai then, I sent her a disc of my audition. I was not very hopeful that I would be selected. But when the person on the other side congratulated me, I was on cloud nine. 

How many episodes have you shot till now?

We have only just begun. I did my first shot the day I came to sign my contract. It was with Ram Kapoor and I was super nervous. I even told him so. But he is a sweetheart. He assured me that I would do well. He helped me rehears my lines with him to make me feel at ease. I had to give quite a few retakes but he was very accommodating. He is a perfectionist. 

And, Sakshi Tanwar?

She’s always been my role model. She is one of the finest actors in Tellywood. I wish I had 10 per cent of the talent she has. I have shot a couple of scenes with her wherein she is in a coma and I am talking to her. So we haven’t really communicated that much. But she keeps smiling at me whenever she sees me. That’s very warm gesture. 

So, is Pihu going to have shades of grey?

She is like any other college girl. Sexy, smart and shrewd. She will continue to be the apple of her parents’ eyes. She loves her parents and siblings and can do anything for her family. But like every teenager, she will also have a slightly grey shade — she is a naughty and arrogant prankster. It is a believable character, someone you will relate to. 

Where is BALH headed?

We have only been given the script for the first three episodes post the leap. The creative team will decide the rest of the content. As of now, the focus is Ram Kapoor who will has to take care of his three girls. There will be a lot of parenting issues and challenges on display and how he tackles those issues will be the crux. 

What about the new twists and turns?

The show is going to be as exciting as before, if not more. There are going to be many twists. In the coming few weeks, the show will unravel what actually happened with Pihu at that prom night. That is going to be shocking and unnerving. We are hoping to garner maximum TRPs post this revelation. 

But wasn’t the USP of the show the romance between a middle-aged couple?

Yes. But the show must go on and it can’t be focused on one thing all through. For a soap to thrive, the producers need to look for more angles. Like in Kyunkii... the show was only about Tulsi and Mihir to begin with but with time that changed. We saw more issues come to the fore. The same is going to be the case with BALH. The focus will now be on Ram-Priya’s children and what goes on in their lives.

Way forward

With Priya in coma and speculations rife that she may leave the show, it’s over to Ram and his daughters. In the coming episodes he will be shown parenting his children as a friend, father and guide. The show will also unveil what really happened with Pihu on prom night.

Warning 3D’s new song Tell Me How Much by Mika out now

Anubhav Sinha’s Warning 3D under Benaras MediaWorks, releases another song Tell Me How Much sung by none other than the versatile Mika Singh. Mika has given the perfect rendition to make Tell Me How Much one of the best party songs of 2013. While the first song Taakeedien, features Sonu Nigam’s unexplored grunge side, Tell Me How Much adds Mika’s fun element which has made the song an instant hit.

Anubhav Sinha adds on, “Tell me how much is an all-out high energy song with a feel good factor to it. Mika has his own style and one can definitely hear and see it in the song! The video is available across all platforms and I have already been getting great feedback on it. My film has multiple soundscapes and I am sure music enthusiasts will love the music”

Composed by dynamic brother duo Toshi – Sharib; the song is sure to become the next chartbuster. Touted as India’s first 3D underwater film, Warning 3D narrates the journey of 7 young friends who do not heed a warning and find themselves stranded in shark-infested seas, unable to find themselves back on to their luxury yacht. The film stars all new cast consisting - Manjari Fadnis(Jane Tu Ya Jane Na fame), Santosh Barmola, Jitin Gulati , Sumit Suri, Madhurima Tuli, Varun Sharma & Suzana Rodrigues.

Catch Tell Me How Much at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAStH8HDqGU

Falguni Pathak To Celebrate Navratri In Central Suburbs For The First Time

The festive season is upon us. Ganpati followed by Navratri! 

Rightly dubbed as the ‘Queen of Dandiya’, Falguni Pathak stands as one of the most coveted performing artist and singer of the nation.  With a strong affinity rooted in the traditional Gujarati music, the songstress who is seen as the idyllic tomboy however misleads with her melodious voice. With a style that touches modern beats and folk tunes, the singer is known for her effervescent Garba nights that draw packed audiences during the Navratri Festival organised by Mangal Entertainment.

This year, once again, she will be the cynosure of all eyes as she will be belting out hit numbers like Yaad Piya Ki Aane Lagi Rangat, Sangat, Odhani Garba, Cham Cham Payaliya, Pari Hoon Main, Rhim Jhim, Ayee Re Milan Ki Raat Umbre Ubhi, Endra Meruwa Gayi to a packed audience throughout the nine days dedicated to the Goddess at K J Somaiya Ground in Ghatkopar starting 5^th October 2013. 

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Gaurav Kothari, Managing Director, Mangal Entertainment states, “ It gives us immense pleasure to be hosting the evergreen empress of Navratri for the second year in a row. Our concept this year would be celebration of the Devi Shakti in every woman. We have many surprises in store for audiences this year as we plan to make the show more interactive without making it any less devotional or celebratory.” 

Since her professional and private debut in 1998, Falguni Pathak has developed into an artist with a large fan following across India. Her powerful voice and energetic performances are backed by a band (called Ta Thaiyaa) that can go up to eighteen members. She gained popularity in India as an entertainer for the Navratri (nine nights) celebration. Her Navratri performances are usually followed by tours to other countries, including the USA and UAE, entertaining mainly the NRI crowd. She has some very popular singles to her credit, still heard and appreciated all over India. Her albums are not only famous for the melodious songs but also for the fairytale love stories depicted within them.

SUSHANT SINGH RAJPUT TO PLAY THE MALE LEAD IN YASH RAJ FILMS & SHEKHAR KAPUR'S "PAANI"

The hunt for the male lead in PAANI is over! 

Close on the heels of his outstanding and realistic performance in SHUDDH DESI ROMANCE, both Shekhar Kapur and Aditya Chopra had no hesitation in confirming Sushant Singh Rajput to play the lead in PAANI. 

Speaking about the actor, Shekhar Kapur said, “Sushant is one of the most inspiring young actors to emerge out of India. It’s going to be an exciting director-actor collaboration with him on Paani.” 

The film is based in a future world where wars over water have broken out.  Water is now owned by International Corporations who use thirst as a weapon of control. In one such future city, a young love story breaks all the rules and in the ensuing war, water flows back to its people. The film will have a strong Indian and Western star cast. Sushant will be joined by a young leading actress from the west. 

The film, Produced by Aditya Chopra and Directed by Shekhar Kapur, will be shot in India and overseas. Music is by A. R. Rahman. 

PAANI goes on floor mid-2014.