Universal Music Group signs an Exclusive deal with the Sri Sri Ravi Shankar led `THE ART OF LIVING’ to make its repertoire available globally!

Over 50 titles released across physical and digital platforms worldwide as part of a multi-phase release plan

Universal Music India announced their exclusive association with The Art of Living organization to globally make available it’s audio and video content across categories like Bhajans, Chants, Guided Meditation, Health & Wellness, and Instrumental amongst others. As a part of a multi-phase release plan, Universal Music has just released 51 albums in physical and digital format all over the world except the territory of US.

The content is available across leading music stores and also popular e-commerce portals like Flipkart and Amazon as well as digitally via sites like You tube, Google Play, i-tunes, Hungama. The content is also available on streaming sites like Saavan, Gaana, Wynk, Vodafone Music, Guvera and Beats.

Over the last 30 years The Art Of Living organization has released Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's discourse and music in both Video and Audio formats with the sole purpose of spreading his message to as many people as possible. And now, over 20000 hours of this content will be made available worldwide for the first time through the global presence of the Universal Music Group.

Says Devraj Sanyal, Managing Director, Universal Music Group, South Asia“I am very pleased with this particular association as Sri Sri is someone who is not just a global spiritual leader but an epitome of goodness, kindness and peace at large. His followers and his vast organization stand testament to the fact that alternate thinking can change you, your life and your surroundings and help take you to the next level. We are proud partners in this journey with Gurudev as we aim to take his message across the globe. The Art of Living will continue to influence massive change and we will do our utmost to help deliver this across all local and global platforms.”

Commenting on the association, Prasana Prabhu, Trustee, Sri Sri Publications Trust says, “We are extremely happy to be associated with a major record label like the Universal Music Group who will ensure that the message of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar reaches out to a global audience through their large network. With their might, we will be available widely across all digital and physical platforms thus spreading the message of living well and with peace. We look forward to working closely with Universal Music in not just releasing existing content but also in creation of fresh content from `The Art Of Living’ and present it in innovative ways to the world out there”.

Also on the anvil is a prestigious Home Video release next month from Universal Music of a unique symphony - titled “Venunaad” – where 4000 flutists, will simultaneously perform on a gigantic 30,000-ft stage on 12th January, 2015 in Nasik. This performance is under the guiding baton of renowned flutist, Pt. Ronu Mazumdar, while the revered exponent of the instrument, Hariprasad Chaurasia, will be the guest of honor. The symphony is one of two major events to mark the two-day visit of The Art of Living founder, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, to Maharashtra. 

Founded in 1981 by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, The Art of Living is one of the largest voluntary organizations in the world. Inspired by its founder’s vision of creating a stress-free mind and a violence-free society, the organization is dedicated to creating peace and fostering human values.

About Universal Music India:

Universal Music India Pvt. Ltd. (UMIPL) is a 100% subsidiary of the Universal Music Group (UMG) and is home to record labels such as A&M Records, Blue Note Records, Capitol Records, Capitol Records Nashville, Caroline, Decca, Def Jam Recordings, Deutsche Grammophon, Emarcy, Geffen Records, Interscope Records, Island Records, Machete Music, MCA Nashville, Mercury Records, Motown Records, Polydor Records, Republic Records, Universal Music Latino, Verve Music Group, Virgin Records, Virgin EMI Records.

UMIPL has an extremely rich Indian catalogue comprising songs from classic Hindi and Regional Films, Indi Pop, Bhangra, Ghazals and Devotional. It’s enviable catalogue includes artistes such as Asha Bhosle, AnupJalota, Bombay Vikings, Jagjit Singh, JoSh, Malkit Singh, Pankaj Udhas, Panjabi MC, Raghav, MohitChouhan, Euphoria, Adnan Sami, Rabbi Shergill, RahatFateh Ali Khan 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 ABBA, Bon Jovi, Bryan Adams, Enrique Iglesias, Eminem, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry, The Beatles, UB40, Deep Purple, Enigma, Norah Jones, Deadmau5, The Chemical Brothers, amongst host of others, popular music icons and household names in India.

After much drama, Arzoo and Sahir finally say qubool hai in Humsafars

 

Sony Entertainment Television’s Humsafars is keeping the audience gripped with engaging twists and turns in every episode. Viewers have seen how Zaki (Sehban Azim), whom Arzoo (Shivya Pathania) considers as a very good friend, proposes marriage to her. After much deliberation she finally decides to accept his marriage proposal. However, on the day of Zaki and Arzoo’s wedding, Sahir (Harshad Chopra) breaks their marriage by instigating Arzoo against Zaki and also threatening her using her family as the weapon.

Completely heartbroken, Arzoo faces the biggest dilemma of her life – whether to trust Zaki and marry him or to think of her family and marry Sahir? After much to and fro, Arzoo, for whom her family is most important, decides to marry Sahir. They both tie the knot in a Nikah ceremony in presence of the entire family.  The world comes crashing down on Arzoo as she realizes she is marrying the man she hates the most in life. Entering a loveless marriage, Arzoo wonders about her miserable future. The leads of Humsafars finally enter holy matrimony but with only hatred in heart for each other. A drastic decision, the marriage is sure to change the lives of Sahir, Arzoo and Zaki forever!

What will Arzoo do next? Will Sahir and Arzoo ever be able to love each other truly? To find out don’t miss to watch Humsafars, Monday-Friday at 8:30pm only on Sony Entertainment Television

Akbar hallucinates about getting killed by Pratap

The popular historical show Bharat Ka Veer Putra Maharana Pratap on Sony Entertainment Television, is making the audience glued to its gripping story line. With the spellbinding twists and turns, the show promises to entertain the viewer’s further too.

In the upcoming episodes of the show we will see, After Pir’s failure to befriend with Hakim Khan, Akbar is seen very angry. Hakim Khan joining hands with Pratap brings a fear to Akbar and he keeps thinking about the greatness and powers of Pratap. Akbar goes to his cave with great difficulty where he hallucinates about seeing Pratap killing him. At this moment of time, Mahamanga comes to Akbar and informs him about Peer Baba’ who could help him. As Akbar narrates his situation, Peer tells him the meaning of hallucination and says he cannot defeat Pratap in a duel. Akbar is shattered to hear the same.Will Akbar be able to overcome this feeling? Is Akbar scared of Pratap’s power? To know what happens ahead, watch Bharat Ka Veer Putra Maharana Pratap from Monday to Thursday at 10pm only on Sony Entertainment Television.

Kanishka Soni Turns Item Girl

 

The well-known Gujarati television actress Kanishka Soni is all set to do a dance number in Sony Entertainment Television's popular historical series Bharat Ka Veer Putra - Maharana Pratap. Having gained popularity for her performances in several daily shows, Kanishka will now be seen in a never seen before avatar on the show.

In an upcoming episode, it will be shown that, Akbar (played by Krip Suri) goes to a Peer Baba, who gives him a drink, post which he ends up going in a cave. There he meets a beautiful girl (played by Kanishka Soni) who dances and seduces him. Wearing a red revealing outfit, Kanishka will try to impress Akbar with her dance moves and sing for him as well. Talking about her this item number, Kanishka said, "I am doing a dance number for the first time on television where I’ll be seducing Akbar. Being a singer, I am really happy that I have got to do this dance number. I’m sure this sequence is going to be a very glamorous one.”  

Now doesn’t that sound really interesting?

Bunty and Saagarika to finally consummate their marriage in Hum Hai Na

 

Bunty (Kanwar Dhillon) and Saagarika’s (Pratyusha Banerjee) love story has seen many ups and downs in Sony Entertainment Television’s Hum Hai Na. From parental opposition to misunderstandings, their marriage has been one roller coaster ride. However, their love is now all set to take a new turn with Ammaji finally accepting Saagarika as her daughter-in-law. With all the issues resolved at home, Bunty and Saagarika are seen sharing some sweet romantic moments. The upcoming track of the show will now see the love birds take their relationship to the next level and finally consummate their marriage. In true filmy style, the duo will be seen getting cozy and naughty with each other as they romantically dance to the song Hum Tum. The aesthetically shot love scene has the couple romancing in a stable with Saagarika looking extremely beautiful in a pink saree. The consummation sequence definitely is one of the most sensuous scenes ever seen on Indian television.

Speaking about the scene, Kanwar Dhillon said, “The sequence is a turning point in Bunty and Saagarika’s relationship. Both Pratyusha and me had a fun time shooting for it. We danced on the title track of Hum Tum.  When you are good friends with your co-star, it helps a lot while doing such scenes. It’s a good sequence and I am sure the audience will enjoy it.”