SACHIN JOSHI AND BOMAN IRANI SAY IN ONE VOICE "QUIT SMOKING" WITH GOA NICOFIX

WHAT: Sachiin Joshi and Boman Irani promote Goa Nicofix-anti tobacco chewing gum

WHEN: 23^rd Aug, 2014

WHERE: Lakme Fashion Week, The Palladium Hotel

On Saturday evening Sachiin Joshi along with actor Boman Irani promoted anti-smoking at Lakme Fashion Week. Goa Nicofix is a type of ‘Nicotine Replacement Therapy’ also helping to reduce nicotine cravings and is one of the products by Viiking Confectionaries, the CMD of which is actor Sachiin Joshi. 

Both Sachiin Joshi and Boman Irani present at the press conference to promote the product look dapper in suits! 

Sachiin adds, every human body has nicotine levels in already in them and the consumption of cigarettes adds to the levels which makes us lethargic and reduces our stamina". 

On his association with Goa Niofix and him being chosen as a brand ambassador actor Boman Irani says, “ Sachiin here has chosen one of the youngest actors in the industry as a brand ambassador! (jokes apart) Goa NicoFix is a product which will help consumers to kick the butt! Smoking is the most difficult habit to cut down on and is much more difficult than alcoholism to give up according to statistics in India. But today’s generation is much smarter and careful about their health. Also the people from our generation have stopped smoking and have become conscious about their health, diet and fitness.I personally think this is cooler way of kicking the butt as one may put it. It’s a wonderful cause and I am extremely happy to be a part of it”.

On checking about his part in the ad for Goa Nicofix, Boman quoted, “an advertisement has also been shot where I play Yamraj who always cribs about not being able to go on a holiday since he has a lot of death pickups to take care of, owing to smoking and its ill-effects. I therefore request people to use Goa Nicofix which will help them give up smoking, so the Yamraj (which is me) can lead an easier and carefree life!

Anupama Chopra launches her Film Companion's Masterclass with Kangana Ranaut

Over two decades, Anupama Chopra has become a trusted guide and companion to film lovers across the country.  Through her writing and shows, she has fostered an appreciation and love for Hindi cinema. Taking her love for the movies a step further, Anupama recently went online with her new digital venture- Film Companion (www.youtube.com/user/thefilmcompanion). Film Companion is a celebration of the movies. It’s a platform for film lovers by film lovers. Film Companion is a Youtube channel that offers a curated look at cinema through reviews, interviews, recommendations, video essays, masterclasses, festival coverage and much more.

The Film Companion Master Class will be a LIVE event that takes the audience through the journey of  the most significant actors of our generation by visiting professional milestones and crucial events in their lives through an in-depth conversation. Anupama's guest for the first FC Master Class was actress Kangana Ranaut. The evening saw many significant directors associcated with Kangana grace the occasion including Ritesh Batra, Nikhil Advani, Anand Rai, Sai Kabir and Vidhu Vinod Chopra.

Commenting on the launch, Anupama expressed, "Hindi cinema embodies the dreams and aspirations of over a billion people.  I have an enduring fascination for the men and women who create this cinema. The FC masterclass is an attempt to get to know them better, to look at their lives and films and the forces which drive them."

David Guetta returns to India this December!

One of the world’s biggest DJs, David Guetta will return to India this December to play two shows in the country. Universally accredited with being one of the first DJs to open up the world of electronic dance music to global audiences, David Guetta has established himself as a true, modern day dance icon with a huge following in the subcontinent. The man behind tracks like ‘Titanium’ feat.Sia and ‘Play Hard’ will perform in Delhi NCR on December 19 and Bangalore on December 21 (venues will be announced soon). The tour is being organised by Only Much Louder (OML Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.), the company responsible for bringing David Guetta to India for the first time in 2012, and for major music events like the Bacardi NH7 Weekender. Early bird tickets for the concerts will be available on Insider.in on August 25.

Sonu Nigam's ALS Ice Bucket Challenge witnessed by Designer Amy Billimoria

More power to Singer and amazing human being Sonu Nigam. Felt awesome to be a part to witness him take the ALS ice bucket challenge to support such a wonderful cause. Was a chance meeting when we were meeting at his place discussing costumes of the play Three Women with my dearest friend Amrita Raichand and Madhurima Nigam when Sonu walked in and asked us to witness his challenge. He has passed on this challenge to his wife, Son Neevan and Aamir Khan. A beautiful visual of him completing the challenge captured by Amrita Raichand and a lovely selfie after he accomplished.

Wishing more celebrities to join in and help support this cause further

KATIYABAAZ opens to rave reviews!

After enthralling at various film festivals and winning several awards, Deepti Kakkar and Fahad Mustafa's documentary KATIYABAAZ has now opened to rave reviews unanimously, receiving a thumbs-up from the critics alike. Words which clearly indicate the movie reviewers' excitement praising the film, go on to hint that KATIYABAAZ is not to be missed.
Rahul Desai from Mumbai Mirror says, "KATIYABAAZ leaves you with enduring images of a calamitous environment navigated by two anti-villains whose thoughts and souls form a storied documentary that could well be a game-changer." Glamsham's Martin D'Souza finds, "Katiyabaaz surreal!"
Tushar Joshi from DNA compliments the film saying, "KATIYABAAZ is a bold & an honest attempt." Mohar Basu's review on Koimoi read, "The film is exceedingly well shot, kept tight and flows lucidly."
"This powerful little film is a must watch," says Saibal Chatterjee from NDTV. While Divya Solgama from Moviezadda feels, "Katiyabaaz might not be as hard hitting or haunting as the recent documentaries we had seen, but is definitely among one of the best documentaries made for our country."
Mayank Shekhar from ABP News calls KATIYABAAZ, "Shocking and Electrifying, a hard hitting experience!" whereas Sonil Dedhia from Rediff thinks, "Katiyabaaz is as riveting and gritty as it is wildly funny at times; a must watch."
With such electrifying reviews, we hope the audience would be all the more eager to watch KATIYABAAZ on the silver screen!
Presented by Phantom films and Produced-Directed by Deepti Kakkar and Fahad Mustafa, KATIYABAAZ hit the screens on August 22, 2014.