Simon Cowell & Shah Rukh Khan come together for a live television extravaganza.

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan & TV Svengali Simon Cowell join forces for the first-of-its-kind live television extravaganza that will change the face of television and live events in India.

While details of the huge live TV event , remain under wraps, official sources reveal that television moghul Simon Cowell has joined forces with Shah Rukh Khan and close friend Rav Singh of  RFS Entertainment to create a huge live TV event that will be revolutionary in Mumbai.

Says a source, " It's big news when Simon Cowell one of the most powerful and influential names in the world joins forces with Indian superstar Shah Rukh Khan, an actor who has a massive fan following both in India and oversees for a live ,first-of-its-kind show with global appeal.This will be one of the most ambitious projects in terms of the capital involved as well as vision in the history of Indian television and this announcement will change the face of TV and live events in India".

Rav Singh, Director RFS Entertainment confirmed the news, "Simon Cowell and Shah Rukh Khan will be teaming up for a live extravaganza that will redefine Indian television.We are bringing these two global household names together".

Kangana Ranaut Approached For International Film!

Bollywood’s Queen Bee Kangana Ranaut, who wowed everyone with her performances in ‘Queen’ and ‘Revolver Rani’, seems to have impressed the right people not only in Bollywood, but also on the international cinema scene.

Sources close to the actress state that international filmmaker, Edoardo De Angelis, recently approached Kangana to play the lead opposite actor Massimiliano Gallo for an Italian film. Kangana, who recently returned from the US, where she had gone to study screen-play writing, is in talks with the filmmaker to discuss the role and the script. Though the actress has not given her nod to the project yet, it is quite an exciting offer and speculations are rife that Kangana might take it up.

When contacted Kangana confirmed, “Yes I have been offered the role opposite Massimiliano Gallo in the film but I am still contemplating it.It feels nice that after Queen, producers as such as those onboard Divine Lovers are offering projects to me.I think the European market has opened up for me”.

Kangana Ranaut, who has been in the news recently for back to back hits like ‘Krrish 3’, ‘Queen’ and ‘Revolver Rani’, will be next seen in Aanand L Rai’s ‘Tanu Weds Manu 2’ and Sai Kabir's Divine Lovers.

This Janmashtami singer "Vandana Somaya "pours her heart out in a musical rendition Bhakti Vandana composed by maestro Anup Jalota

The word devotion is often described as religious worship or love and loyalty towards a higher being. My devotion to music is synonymous with that of a devotee to the Lord, and it is from this sentiment that Bhakti Vandana has been conceived.

My yearning to learn and perform Hindustani vocal was apparent from a young age. My father, Mansukhlal Kotak, who is an accomplished harmonium and vocal artist, had a prominent name in the London network, and this presented me with a wealth of opportunities to perform and cultivate my talent. I would perform at live shows and competitions as a young girl but over time, as with any woman’s life, my priorities shifted and I devoted many years to being a loyal wife and mother. My thirst to become an accomplished singer remained inside of me, so with the support and encouragement of my family, I was able to follow my passion.

I began the pivotal part of my musical journey a decade ago, where I would leave my husband and two daughters behind weeks at a time in order to come to Mumbai in search of the right Guru to pursue my passion. The feeling of loneliness and being away from home was like no other, but with the focus, discipline, and devotion inside me, I continued on my chosen path. I was fortunate along the way to meet some very senior and inspirational personalities within the field, who have helped to guide me and open up a plethora of opportunities for me to perform and grow as an artist. Of notable mention is Padmashri Anup Jalota-ji, who has taken me under his wing to give me the most selfless mentoring and support. It is with his creative flair and deep rooted knowledge of hindustani classical music that we are presenting the Bhakti Vandana album.

Bhakti Vandana is a special dedication to my husband and two beautiful daughters, and to those that have a burning desire to follow their dream but circumstances or society rules may act as a hurdle. So there is only one thought I shall part with….

"To accomplish great things we must not only act, but also dream; not only plan, but also believe.” Anatole France

Hundreds Of Student ‘Superheroes’ Take To The Streets To Fight For Child Rights With CRY

In a unique initiative, students from more than 35 colleges in Mumbai including Xaviers, Andrews, Jai Hind, Hinduja, BJCC and KJ Somaiya, along with members and volunteers of CRY participated in a superhero march to pledge their support for child rights. Hosted by the young and ambitious students of Wilson BMS the initiative aimed at raising awareness for a social cause. The march saw the participation of close to 30 colleges from across Mumbai who walked the mile from Wilson College to Mafatlal Building and back with celebs Nakuul Mehta, Disha Parmar (Pyaar Ka Dard Hai Meetha Meetha Pyaara Pyaara) and model Rochelle Rao (Extraaa Innings).

“The reality today is that children are forced into labour all across this country, every single day. CRY has been fighting for child rights for the last 35 years and when a college like Wilson asked us to join in a campaign that fights for these very rights; we were honoured to partner with them. The young will take this fight forward and it’s reassuring to see so many youngsters stand up with such conviction for the rights of a child,” said Kreeanne Rabadi, Regional Director — West, CRY.

The Superhero Mile was an event that was created around the idea of raising awareness about the atrocities faced by children in India on a daily basis. The young are energetic and this call to being a hero for a child resonated positively among the youth.

“Every 15 seconds a child is abused across the globe. It’s our duty to safeguard the sanctity of our children today. We believe that there is a superhero in all of us to safeguard humanity and this walk was aimed at awakening that superhero,” said Zuleika Homavazir Sattha, HOD, Bachelor of Management Studies, BMS Wilson.

“The recent rape of a 6-year-old in Bangalore depicts the pathetic and sadistic mentality of today’s society. It’s high time we raise our voices against the heinous crimes committed against children in our country, almost every day,” said Vyankatesh Kharage, a student of BMS Wilson.

Nakuul Mehta, who represented CRY at the event said, “Child Rights and its relevance in today’s world is far too important to ignore. The atrocities being committed every single day against children are terrible and there is a need for a voice. Organisations like CRY do as much as they can, but it is up to each and every one of us to also respond to this call for action. I am reassured when I see college-going kids taking an active interest in such activism and I know that if this is the mood of today’s youth, India sure does have a better future.”

“Partnering with a cause so close to my heart makes me even more enthusiastic about this march. That, and the fact that this Superhero Mile represents today’s youth and their genuine concern towards the injustices around them. This was a call to action and I responded... and I am very excited to be associated with both the BMS department at Wilson College and CRY for this initiative,” added Rochelle Rao, who was also present at the event.

Iftar Party on the sets of Main Na Bhoolungi

The cast and crew of Sony Entertainment Television’s romantic thriller Main Na Bhoolungi recently celebrated their EID together. On the occasion of this special occasion the makers of the show threw an Iftar party for their cast and crew members. It was a small celebration with some yummy delicacies followed by some fun moments. Talking about it Nigar Khan who plays the role of Madhurima in the show says, it was really sweet of the makers to throw an iftar party for us. Due to shoots we couldn’t celebrate much so even this small gesture meant a lot to all of us. I am quite blessed to have such an amazing crew who are extremely thoughtful.

Well that’s really sweet, don’t you think? We wish EID Mubarak to all of them!