COLORS announces the Action Thriller of the Year: Khatron Ke Khiladi - Darr Ka Blockbuster

 

*****Starring an ensemble cast of

Ranvir Shorey, Nikitin Dheer, Mugdha Godse, Dayanand Shetty, Rajniesh Duggall, Rochelle Maria Rao, Gauahar Khan, Kushal Tandon,  Pooja Gor, Mahhi Vij, Salman Khan and Geeta Tandon.

Directed by the “Superstar Director” - Rohit Shetty

Produced by COLORS & Endemol

~ A Thrilling Season of the show will see Action Maestro Rohit Shetty redefine fear ~

~ Fear will not discriminate this season as Men and Women together battle it out for the title of “Khatron ke Khiladi” ~

When fear joins hands with entertainment, it makes for a deadly combination and becomes truly ‘dhamakedaar!’ Such is the power of COLORS’ upcoming show “Khatron Ke Khiladi” where celebrity contestants will not only have to face their primal fears but also conquer them. This season, Khatron Ke Khiladi will transform into a ‘Darr Ka Blockbuster’ where the popular celebrity contestants will endeavor to overcome their deepest phobias under the expert guidance of Bollywood’s ace action entertainer Rohit Shetty, who will bring in his unique celluloid vision to raise the action - entertainment quotient of the show. Produced by Endemol India Pvt. Ltd, Khatron Ke Khiladi will be shot in picturesque locales of South Africa and will soon premiere on COLORS in the summer of 2014.
 

Commenting on the launch of a new season, Raj Nayak, CEO – COLORS, said, “At COLORS, we have always been trendsetters and genre breakers in the industry, presenting world class entertainment to our audiences. From Jhalak Dikhla Jaa to 24 to Bigg Boss to Comedy Nights With Kapil, we have consistently showcased path breaking shows that have redefined television. After a gap of two years, we are back again with an adrenalin charged season that will make for an explosive entertainment viewing.”

Fear does not discriminate: it knows no gender; it sees no bias. Keeping this in mind, this season of Khatron Ke Khiladi brings together a mix of male and female contestants who are bound together by their elemental fears. Some of the contestants who will be seen trying to conquer their phobias include the famed actor known for his versatility Ranvir Shorey, reckoned anti-hero Nikitin Dheer, stunning diva Mugdha Godse, door-crashing expert Dayanand Shetty, ladies’ man Rajniesh Duggall, gorgeous cricket commentator Rochelle Maria Rao, Bigg Boss Seaon 7 winner Gauahar Khan, television’s angry young heartthrob Kushal Tandon, popular television crusader Pooja Gor, television’s diva Mahhi Vij, ace dancer turned actor Salman Khan and Bollywood’s real action heroine Geeta Tandon.
 

Speaking about roping in Rohit Shetty for the show, Manisha Sharma, Weekend Programming Head – COLORS, said, “Much like Khatron Ke Khiladi, Rohit Shetty and his cinematic-style can be defined as the perfect amalgamation of action and entertainment. His superlative approach to all things action has made him the undisputable maestro in the world of action entertainment – on the big screen and now, on television.  With each stunt that will be exclusively curated by him, Rohit Shetty will encourage contestants to surpass expectations beyond boundaries and raise the bar of action. He will guide and lead the contestants as the formidable Guru of Action by creating a path with specially designed stunts that will keep the audiences glued to their television screens week-after-week.”

Speaking about what contestants can expect from him as he turns mentor for Khatron Ke Khiladi, Action Maestro, Rohit Shetty, said, “ Khatron Ke Khiladi brings alive the two core strengths ingrained in my DNA: action and entertainment. My key focus through the show is about being a stunt architect, making contestants push their boundaries and overcome their fears on the challenges put forth by me.  Also while I have always directed action, this show gives me an opportunity to take on some interesting stunts head on, inspire the contestants to perform better and experience the thrill associated with it. I am excited to be a part of this show and look forward to enjoying this new experience. “

Elaborating on the format change in this season, Deepak Dhar, Managing Director – Endemol India Pvt Ltd, said, “Khatron Ke Khiladi is Endemol's most adrenalin-charged format. The shows strong production values and thrilling entertainment have enthralled audiences across the world over multiple seasons. While previous seasons have showcased hosts with their haseenas and handsome hunks, this season will see a brand new format where the male and female contestants will compete with each other  on an equal footing , to face their fears head on to see who will emerge as winner .” 

So gear up and experience Darr Ka Blockbuster scorching your television screens like never before, as the celebrity contestants try to overcome their elemental fears and stand tall to Rohit Shetty’s challenge on Khatron Ke Khiladi

Stay tuned to COLORS this summer with your Ticket to the “Darr ka Blockbuster...”

For latest updates on the show follow @ColorsTV on Twitter & Facebook| for exclusive pictures follow COLORSTV on Instagram | Follow the hashtag #KKKonColors

YRF Launches its Bengali YouTube Channel with GUNDAY

 

Yash Raj Films has added one more channel to its vast YRF YouTube regional channels repertoire - YRF Bengali! 

Fans of YRF’s GUNDAY can now enjoy listening to the movie’s hit music including the special Bangla version of the chart topper ‘Tune Maari Entriyaan’ sung by the one and only Bappi Lahiri and watching the film’s popular songs on YRF Bengali.

GUNDAY is set during Calcutta's most turbulent times of the 1970's and this is at the soul of the film with the characters seeped in the culture of that time.

The film deals with the inseparable life of Bikram and Bala, two happy-go-lucky renegades, who became Calcutta’s most loved, most celebrated, most reckless, most fearless and most powerful!

Immerse yourself in Bikram and Bala’s world only on:

/yrfBengali

The GUNDAY JukeBox is playing out all the Bengali tracks. Click below to hear the songs which are already a rage:

Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar and Produced by Aditya Chopra, GUNDAY stars Ranveer Singh & Arjun Kapoor, as Bikram and Bala, along with Priyanka Chopra and Irrfan Khan, in lead roles and will release simultaneously in Bengali as well on 14^th February 2014.

Celebrate this Valentine’s Day – GUNDAY style!

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Website: www.gunday.in    sms GUNDAY to 53131

IN CINEMAS WORLDWIDE 14^th Feb 2014

Director Nila Madhab Panda Promoted his film “Babloo Happy hai” with starcast in Noida

 

Nila Madhab Panda, a well known director, critically praised especially for his film “I am Kalam” has made a new film “Babloo Happy hai”, for which, he visited Hotel Radisson Blu, Noida with actors Sahil Anand, Sumit Suri & Preet Kamal and promoted the film

Talking about the film Nila Madhab Panda said, “The film Babloo Happy is of comedy genre, all the young actors who have worked on it are very hardworking. I think, it is rather difficult to make comedy films because you can easily hurt people but making someone laugh is something very difficult and I hope I will be succeeded if I could make even one person laugh through this film. I am sure people will like this film of mine”

‘Babloo Happy Hai’ is a film that embraces these words, as it takes you on a journey through the breathtaking mountains, and through the lives of a set of memorable characters who will make you think again about love, and fall in love with love itself. It is a story set in the fast-paced times we live in today, concerning those who are forced to move the fastest - our youth.

Amidst the common notions of irreverence and rebellion, the youth of today is troubled by many questions, puzzled by many choices, battling with a lot of pressures; wandering perhaps, but not entirely lost. The most basic of these conflicts, however, remains the question of love. 

“Babloo Happy hai” is a comedy film and is all set to be released on 7^th Feb.

Krushna Abhishek and Kiku Sharda to tickle your funny bone with a ‘MAX Fully Deewana Contest’

 

~The comedy duo to host a contest with a funny take on famous Bollywood movies and dialogues for MAX starting 9^th Feb during the 9pm movie~
 MAX, the premium Hindi movies and special events channel is all set to tickle the funny bone of its viewers with a unique Bollywood property called ‘MAX Fully Deewana contest’ hosted by the inimitable duo of Krushna Abhishek and Kiku Sharda.

This unique contest will showcase famous Bollywood movies and their well-known dialogues in the most humorous way. The on air contest is scheduled to air during the 9pm movie from the 9^th to the 22^nd of February. In this Bollywood-based contest the viewers will have to answer 3 simple questions which would enable them to win prizes. There will be 3 questions asked daily which viewers have to answer via a SMS. Four lucky winners will each win an L.E.D. television daily. The winners will be announced on the channel the following day. The hosts Krushna Abhishek and Kiku Sharda, will be asking these questions through a series of spoofs and gags to keep the viewer entertained.

On his association with the contest Kiku Sharda, said “Even though it is my first appearance on MAX, I’ve always been glued to the channel because I am a big film buff. When the opportunity came to work on this show with Krushna, I was very pleased. He is a fine comic actor and I think he has impeccable comic timing. We always have a blast when we work together and this will be no exception.”

When asked about his filmy side Krushna Abhishek jumps in and says “I have always been a Bollywood fan and there is a filmy Deewanapan and Deewangi in me right from childhood. I love to play different characters and the 'MAX Fully Deewana Contest' is a very good medium to showcase the same. I was really glad I would be doing this with Kiku. He is a phenomenal comic actor and I think we complement each other on our comic timing which I think is very important.“

Commenting on the initiative ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Vaishali Sharma, VP Marketing, Sony MAX says, “We are very happy to bring such an engaging and humorous contest for our audience. We always strive to innovatively entice the viewers who have been our utmost priority. Having fabulous and witty actors like Krushna and Kiku on board for this out of the box concept, I think the viewers will be thoroughly entertained.”

ARMAAN MALIK'S SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM LAUNCHED AT A STARRY AFFAIR IN MUMBAI

SUPERSTAR SALMAN KHAN UNVEILS THE ALBUM AT A PACKED MEDIA GATHERING

Universal Music India today launched eighteen year old Armaan Malik’s self-titled debut music album – Armaan at the Taj Land’s End hotel in Bandra, Mumbai. Bollywood superstar Salman Khan unveiled the album along with Salim Merchant from the prolific Salim-Sulaiman duo. The audience was also treated to a performance by Armaan whilst getting a preview of his debut music video “Krazy Konnection” ft. Salim Merchant. Many stalwarts of the music industry also attended showing their support of the young star including his father – Daboo Malik, Alka Yagnik, Aditi Singh Sharma, Suchitra Krishnamoorthy and film star Poonam Dhillon.

Produced by Amal Malik – the elder sibling of Armaan, the album features seven original tracks + one remix. The sound of the album is contemporary pop encompassing the genres of EDM, R&B and Rock. Sure to strike a chord among club hoppers are the tracks “Krazy Konnection” ft. Salim Merchant - an up-tempo dance track with an infectious hook and the electro beat heavy “Roke Na Koi”.  Then there’s also the acoustic ballad “Leja Zakhm Tere” - written and composed by Amal Malik and the romantic, pop / rock infused “Bas Is Pal” . The album ends with a thumping `dub step’ version of the track “Krazy Konnection”, this time with a hint of Indian classical.

Salman Khan said a few words during the launch of the album, applauding Armaan saying, “He is one of the most enthusiastic young singers I know along with his brother. To make melody comes from his father but the energy is all them. He’s struck the right chords, the right feel”

Speaking on his album release, Armaan said, “I would like to thank everyone at my record label Universal Music Group India who believed in me and my music, and have helped me along the way in bringing out my debut album. This album stands for me, my world, and my beliefs and I’m very honoured to have Salim Merchant’s guidance as my mentor and of course my brother Amal who has put in tremendous hardwork in producing the album. I do hope you all enjoy the music as much as I’ve had in putting it together”.

Speaking in support of the young singer Salim Merchant said, “When I met Armaan for the first time he was eight to nine years old, I really felt that he had really got it in him. I fell in love with his honesty and I somewhere see in them, my brother and me, I felt nostalgic.. He’s the future.”

Speaking on the occasion, Sunil D’Sa, Vice President, Marketing – Universal Music India said, “This is just the beginning of a long and exciting career ahead for the 18-year old Armaan. Talent like him is rare to find and we at Universal Music India are extremely proud to present his debut studio album which is a sonic treat! The music is meant for today’s youth and is a vibrant mix of up-tempo pop / dance tracks and beautiful ballads – all composed, written and performed straight from his heart. We look forward to working this project hard and opening up many exciting opportunities for Armaan in the Universal Music world.”

The album is available on physical and digital formats Exclusively on Universal Music.

About Universal Music India:

Universal Music India Pvt. Ltd. (UMIPL) is a 100% subsidiary of the Universal Music Group.

UMIPL has an extremely rich Indian catalogue comprising songs from Classic Hindi and Regional Films, IndiPop, Bhangra, Ghazals and Devotional. It’s enviable catalogue includes artistes such as AshaBhosle, AnupJalota, Bombay Vikings, Jagjit Singh, JoSh, Malkit Singh, PankajUdhas, Panjabi MC, Raghav, Bohemia, MohitChouhan to name a few. UMIPL ‘film’ catalogue (the 2nd largest in India) spans music from blockbusters such as Sholay, Qurbani, Amar Akbar Anthony, ChoriChoriChupkeChupke, Devdas and Munnabhai MBBS amongst the numerous jewels which symbolize the musical journey from the 70’s to date. On the International music front, UMIPL are the clear market leaders with artistes such as Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, ABBA, Akon, Bon Jovi, Bryan Adams, The Black Eyed Peas, Enrique Iglesias, Eminem, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, JustinBieber amongst host of other popular music icons and household names in India.