Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan to host the AMFAR dinner at Cannes 2014.

The Indian film industry's iconic couple Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will exclusively host the "Cinema Against AIDS" AMFAR dinner soiree on the 22nd May at the Cannes Film Festival 2014.

Held at the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc ,the evening will be attended by some of the biggest names from the world of fashion, music and business including Kenneth Cole,Heidi Klum,Sharon Stone,John Travolta and Kelly Preston and Lewis Hamilton to name a few.

Cinema Against AIDS is a world-renowned charitable fundraiser held each year since 1993 during the Cannes Film Festival, and  it is the most coveted ticket of the film festival.The black-tie event is celebrated for its glittering guest list, its unpredictable live auction, and its unrivaled success in generating funds for amfAR’s lifesaving AIDS research programs.

The evening will flag off with a Champagne reception and dinner,followed by a live auction , a fashion show and performances by Robin Thicke and Lana del Ray , closing with a glamorous after-party.

Oozing her mellifluent voice, the Italian Soprano sensation Gioconda Vessichelli wins over hearts.

Bestowed with a mesmerizing voice , the famous soprano sensation Gioconda Vessichelli introduces the masses to a distinctive and never-seen-before art form where the singers in an ethereal setting display their emotions in the form of singing and in act their emotions, the best known as OPERA. Adding to her accomplishments, she has lent her voice to Bollywood movies like Prague in 2013. Knowing where her forte lies, Gioconda Vessichelli became one of the youngest soprano’s as she began to pursue her dreams at a very young age.

Gioconda Vessichelli wants to reach out and make this form of art known to her utmost of the strength to the maximum people. The Italian singer Gioconda Vessichelli displaying her enchanting voice, performed at Mehfil-e-Khaas, a night put together by the production house running at the top amongst the others “BALAJI PRODUCTION HOUSE”.  Suiting the ambience the star she is performed on the ever green song “My heart will go on” and mesmerized the audience with her soothing vocals. The euphoria created by her appealing voice, left the audience spell bound.

Gioconda Vessichelli in the presence of prominent personalities from the music industry sharing the stage with the stunning and melodious Shibani Kashyap, audience witnessed the rare fusion of Indi-pop and Opera singing on the same stage at Worli Festival. The association between the 2 beauties does not terminate here as they further intend to work together and set out to exhibit their talent on Coke Studio- an Indian television series featuring live music performances by the musicians of all the genres.

Asked her how she feels to be receiving applauds, the soprano sensation says “I feel delighted with the response I have received. As India is a land of distinctive forms of art and culture, I feel privileged that my art has been accepted with wide arms”.  I am also looking forward to collaborate with Bollywood, as it draws my interest.

The Assamese Bhojpuri Queen Kalpana Patowary participates in North East India Festival

Guru Rewben Mashangva, Ishita Goswami, Kalpana Patowary & Tanvi Sharma

Kalpana Patowary an Assamese by birth, a stalwart in the annals of India’s cultural heritage was a part of the North East India Festival addressed by the Hon. Ministers of North Eastern States at the Taj Mahal Palace with other prominent artists belonging from the North East.

A sumptuous arrangement, a conviviality of music, fashion & food; North East India Festival that saw Kalpana Patowary (singer of chartbuster Gandi Baat) along with her other contemporaries from the North East.

The evening dedicated to India’s North East featured performances by Tetseo Sisters, Guru Rewben Mashangva, Zubeen Garg & Soulmate followed by an extravagant fashion show.

The internationally acclaimed folk & Bollywood singer, Kalpana Patowary is soon to release her magnum opus album ‘The Sacred Scriptures of Monikut’, a fusion of Naga & Assamese music with Guru Rewben Mashangva, Angaraag Mahanta (Papon) and Zubeen Garg.

When one thinks of Bhojpuri music world, be it film music or traditional non-film one, you have to take Kalpana Patowary’s name.Kalpana met up with Kalpana lajmi, Amy billimoria , Prashant sharma etc

CANNES RED CARPET WELCOME FOR ‘GRACE OF MONACO’

GRACE OF MONACO’s Photo Call and Red Carpet walk took place in Cannes amidst packed fans and a sea of media. Producer Uday Chopra, after the screening said, “Grace Of Monaco gets a standing ovation at the Cannes Festival. Wish my father was there to see.”

The movie, which also opened in France yesterday, will have its big screen debut in India on 13 June 2014.

Seen in the images along with Producer Uday Chopra are Actress Nicole Kidman, Director Olivier Dahan, Actor Tim Roth, Producer Pierre-Ange Le Pogam, Actress Jeanne Balibar and Actress Paz Vega.

 

Indian Soap Opera Star Gautam Gulati turns heads with his suave & sleek avatar at day 2 Cannes Film Festival

Gautam Gulati of Diya Aur Baati Hum fame is the first television actor to walk the red carpet at Cannes for the screening of his release COWARD
Gautam looked oh so suave & dashing in a white tuxedo as he walked the red carpet at day 2 of Cannes Film Festival, France.
 Unlike his contemporary actors Gautam Gulati from a household name went on to exhibiting his acting skills on the international platform with the screening of his release COWARD (DARPOK)
Confirming the news actor Gautam Gulati says “Yes, I am starring in COWARD (DARPOK) and going to France to attend the screening of the movie. Finally the feeling of being here has sinked in & it is absolutely wonderful & overwhelming. I'm meeting the stalwarts of the Hollywood industry."
He started off his journey as an actor with the experience of mastering in theater from Mandi House for a year. Leaving no stone unturned he also trained himself in dance from celebrated choreographer Shiamak Davar.
After working and attaining recognition for 6 years, perhaps he made up his mind to work within the industry and learn this way through. To be given an opportunity like DARPOK actor Gautam Gulati feels elated. Becoming the epitome of talent, the skilled actor perceives this international break as his golden chance to prove his masters in the field of acting.