KD Pathak to expose the mystery behind a mannequin

Sony Entertainment Television’s Adaalat has seen KD Pathak solving abundant cases and helping people get justice. This week KD Pathak is all ready to reveal a very unique case.

The story starts with Neha, a high profile model suddenly vanishing a day prior to her show. On the other hand, a mannequin which is an exact replica of Neha is spotted in a jewelry shop. Shockingly, Lallan the security guard of the jewelry shop does not treat her as mannequin and instead keeps talking to her as if she is real. Besotted by her beauty, Lallan never leaves her side. One day to Lallan’s surprise, the mannequin comes alive and starts talking to him. The very next day Neha is found lying dead in a pool of blood with  a baton lying next to her. And behold!! This baton belongs to Lallan and it has his fingerprints too. KD gets into an investigation and digs deeper to nab the one who is responsible for the murder. The case gets further complicated as all the evidences are pointing towards Lallan. 

Is Lallan the master mind behind this murder?  Will KD be able to reveal the truth?

WORLD PREMIERE of the most riveting AXN show, Hannibal, only on Sony LIV

Sony LIV, Multi Screen Media (MSM’s) premium digital video entertainment brand along with AXN India is bringing you all the action from television’s most engrossing thriller, HannibalSeason 3 on mobile and the web! Catch the world premiere of Season 3- Episode 1 on June 5^th, 2015, from 7:30 AM onwards simultaneously with its global telecast. The TV series will go on air on AXN India from 14^th June onwards every Sunday at 11pm.

What’s more? Those who love to relish the delicious performances, scintillating cinematography and the abstract imagery that is a hallmark of Bryan Fuller’s work, can enjoy the first episode for 15 days after its premiere, only on Sony LIV. They can also delve into the world of Hannibal ‘The Cannibal’ Lecter anytime and anywhere with the availability of each episode online after its telecast on AXN India.

With the immense popularity of the show in mind, Sony LIV is also offering its viewers the chance to revisit this dark, gripping yet highly-acclaimed series by hosting all 13 episodes from Season 1 and 2 of the show on mobile and web. Additionally, ardent fans can enjoy all the action from behind-the-scenes with the actors and director of Hannibal. Get to know their take on your favourite scenes from the show with this special feature!  

Uday Sodhi - EVP and Digital head, Sony Entertainment commented, “What adds up to the success of the digital medium is that it serves up entertainment here and now. Fans of a series as absorbing and sumptuous as Hannibal don’t want to wait for the season premier and only a digital entertainment destination such as Sony LIV has the power to cater to their need for instant gratification. Therefore in association with AXN, we have come up with this initiative of taking Hannibal to the digital medium.”

He further added, “With Sony LIV and its Video-on-Demand service, viewers also have the advantage of losing themselves in the exciting world of the show through the carefully curated content from the past to the present. It obviates the need to download low-quality episodes from untrustworthy sources on the internet or request friends to share their stored content.”      

Hannibal, based on the novels by Thomas Harris is an Oscar-nominated film series starting with theSilence of the Lambs in 1991. The second season of the show enjoyed a 100% rating on several top film and TV review sites. In Season 3, audiences will get hooked to know if the legendary monster Hannibal, psychiatrist, psychopath, cannibal currently hiding in Europe, will be captured by his arch rival Will Graham? Tune in to know more only on AXN India and Sony LIV!

Sony LIV promises to bring to its viewers the best of entertainment content like English and Indian Language movies and TV shows.

ABOUT MSM      

Sony Pictures Television (SPT) backs Multi Screen Media Private Limited, which is India’s leading television network. It comprises of Sony Entertainment Television (SET), one of India's leading Hindi general entertainment television channels; MAX, India's premium Hindi movies and special events channel; SAB, a family comedy entertainment channel; PIX, the English movie channel; MIX a refreshing Hindi music channel, SIX, India’s Premier Sports Entertainment Channel and LIV, the digital channel. Multi-Screen Media’s channels are available across the Globe and influence over 400 million viewers in the Indian sub-continent, and the South Asian Diaspora worldwide.

SONY Entertainment Television, Sony HD, MAX, SAB, MIX, PIX, SIX, SIX HD, AXN, Animax, Aath, Discovery Channel, Discovery Channel Tamil, Animal Planet, TLC, Discovery Science, Discovery Turbo Discovery Kids and Discovery HD World, it also distributes the leading News network in the country - the TV Today Network channels - Headlines Today, Aaj Tak and Tez and the premium Sports’ channels - Neo Prime & Neo Sports.

About AXN

AXN is India’s ultimate thrill destination, backed by the powerhouse of Sony Pictures Entertainment, offering Indian viewers edge of the seat entertainment for the last 16 years. Today, it is India’s leading English General Entertainment Channel winning the hearts of the affluent audiences across markets, in the age group of 15-44 years. The channel has a distinctive programming lineup, comprising of globally acclaimed series like Sherlock, 24 Live Another Day, Hawaii Five-0 and Hannibal, popular reality shows like The Voice, Top Gear, So You Think You Can Dance and blockbuster movies. AXN provides the best of international entertainment, close to their international premieres. The brand delivers the promise of thrill to the viewer’s everyday through an edgy, fresh, unpredictable, high octane entertainment experience. In August 2014, AXN introduced a new weekend slot, ‘Not So Ordinary Weekend’, aimed at bringing the cream of US TV shows to cater to the ever-dynamic Indian audience. Gear up to go beyond the ordinary and make your weekends larger than life only with AXN every Friday - Saturday 10 pm onwards.

AXN India is wholly owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment, and managed by SPE Networks – Asia.

Visit www.axn-india.com  for more information.

POWER OF ART, TALENT AND SKILL! “Puncham Bazaar”, an annual exhibition cum sale organized by “Puncham”, a socio-charitable women’s organization headed by “Rani Poddar"

 “PUNCHAM BAZAAR”, an annual exhibition cum sale spearheaded by Rani Poddar

Date: 8th June, 2015 on Monday from 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM

When you’ve worked hard, and done well, and walked through that doorway of opportunity.. you do not slam it shut behind you instead you reach back, and you give folks the same chances that helped you succeed” that's the philosophy in the economic development of the country and well being of their families.

“Puncham Bazaar”- An exclusive Lifestyle and Fashion exhibition organized by Puncham a socio- charitable women’s organization headed by Mrs. Rani Poddar. The legendary exhibition has been continuing for more than three decades now. This exhibition cum sale’s primarily focus lies in making all sorts of household items under one roof for women. The one day event aims to making women feel beautiful inside and out. The exhibition to showcase trend setting designers clothing, accessories, footwear, jewellery and much more by designers from different cities- All under one roof. So be it cutlery, crockery, arte facts, furnishings, designer garments or anything at all for women, you will definitely find it at“Puncham Bazaar”.

Holding a philanthropic vision, “Puncham Bazaar” comprises of 90 stalls along with international brands under the same roof along with 10 NGO stalls, the funds raised from this event have been instrumental in building nearly 11 cold drinking water foundations in Mumbai, besides helping the Indian Cancer Society, Association for the blind and physically handicapped children.

“Puncham Bazaar” has spread its wings not just nationally but also internationally including - Hong Kong, Dubai, Kolkata, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Delhi, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune and many more offers the best of items in affordable prices.

The exhibition organized by a woman, to a woman and for a woman "Puncham Bazaar" has had a dozen of big wigs visit the exhibition every year. 

This exhibition cum sale’s primarily focus lies in making all sorts of household items under one roof for women. Rani Poddar, woman behind Puncham Bazaar exclaims “Skilled women playing vital role in economic uplift. Puncham Bazaar is an opportunity for women to exhibit their talent. Women should empower each other and help others grow. As much as I believe education is important I equally stand in support of talent. For all those women who haven’t got the chance to attain the education they deserved,Puncham Bazaar provides them to explore their talent

Founded in the year 1980, “Puncham”, a socio – charitable women’s organization is the brain child of Rani Poddar, who has been at the forefront of social initiatives and charitable activities throughout her life. In its tenure of 30 years, “Puncham” has been instrumental in building nearly 11 cold drinking water fountains in Mumbai, besides helping the Indian Cancer Society and the Association for the Blind.

In 2009, the Times of India group recognized and acknowledged Rani Poddar for her outstanding social contribution by conferring the “Angel of the City" award. She also received the prestigious “Udaan" award as a woman of substance at the hands of Ashok Chavan, former Chief Minister of Maharashtra

So are you ready for your annual visit to “PunchamBazaar”?

Eros International’s Tanu Weds Manu Returns swaggers across Rs 100 cr NBOC in India in just 11 days

Highest worldwide grosser of the year at Rs. 165 crores

Eros International Media Ltd (Eros International), a leading global company in the Indian film entertainment industry has announced a hugely successful box office gross of Rs. 165 crore worldwide for its latest release, Aanand L Rai’s Tanu Weds Manu Returns (TWMR). The film has grossed over Rs. 129 crore in India (net collection: Rs. 103.47 crore) and Rs. 36 crore overseas since its release on 22^nd May 2015, making it the first film to cross 100 crores Net Box Office (NBOC) this year. The success of this film demonstrates the continued effectiveness of Eros’ content-driven portfolio strategy.

Truly acting as a game changer, the Kangana Ranaut and R. Madhavan starrer continues to enjoy a dream run at the box office with second-week numbers showing an upward trend. The blockbuster is proving to be unstoppable despite a plethora of releases. It had an opening weekend of Rs. 38.10 crores in India and the following Monday collections (Rs. 8.90 crore) even bigger than its Friday collections (Rs. 8.85cr), a never before in the history of Indian cinema.

TWMR went on to do an equally successful second weekend of Rs. 28.25 crores in India. The film crossed the 100 crore mark in India yesterday, with a day 11 collection of Rs. 5.10 crores. Eros released the film across 2200 screens in India and 350 screens overseas.

TWMR with a Rs. 30 crore investment (including Print & Advertising cost) opened to unanimously positive reviews as well as widely appreciative audience reactions and has performed exceedingly well at the box office with a massive return on investment.  It released the weekend of the popular IPL (Indian Premier League) semis and finals and still garnered the highest weekend collections of the year (also being a non festive or long holiday weekend).

With many firsts to its credit, the family entertainer apart from being the most successful and popular film, was the first and fastest to cross the 100 crore mark worldwide along with being the first film to enter the 100 crore club in India this year.

Fast becoming a force to reckon with in the Hindi film industry, director Aanand L. Rai also managed to make a film that has gone on to become the first female-lead driven film in history to cross 100 crores at the Indian box office.

Speaking on the exceptional reactions, Aanand L. Rai, “Nothing can be bigger and more encouraging than this for a filmmaker. I’d like to thank everyone for accepting the film with so much warmth.”

Nandu Ahuja, Sr. VP, India Theatrical, Eros International Media Limited, added on the film’s performance, “From the time the trailer went out, audiences were hooked and there was tremendous anticipation around TWMR. The film opened to a thunderous response at the box office with screens packed to capacity. TWMR is not just our film anymore, it now belongs to the audiences. After a long time viewers are enjoying a real entertainer and we are witnessing families flocking to cinemas and also repeat viewings. The success of films like TWMR reiterates our audiences’ appetite for content driven entertaining cinema”.

Commenting on the overseas success, Pranab Kapadia, President - Marketing and Distribution, Eros International Plc,“TWMR has struck just the right chord with international audiences and set new benchmarks in the overseas markets as well. The film has shown unprecedented response and outperformed across all territories, creating box office history in regions like UAE. Like in India, the film is the biggest opener this year in the overseas markets too”.

Eros International & Colour Yellow Productions’ Tanu Weds Manu Returns released worldwide 22^nd May 2015.

About Eros International Media Ltd (Eros International)

Eros International Media Ltd. (BSE Script Code: 533261; NSE Script Code: EROSMEDIA) is a leading global company in the Indian film entertainment industry that acquires, co-produces and distributes Indian films across all available formats such as cinema, television and digital new media. Eros International is part of Eros International Plc, which became the first Indian media Company to raise capital and be listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Eros International has experience of over three decades in establishing a global platform for Indian cinema. The Company has a competitive advantage through its extensive and growing movie library comprising of over 2,000 films, which include Hindi, Tamil, and other regional language films for home entertainment distribution. Eros International has built a dynamic business model by combining the release of new films every year with the exploitation of its film library. For further information please visit: www.erosintl.com

INDIA’S BIGGEST STARS TO SET IIFASTAGE ON FIRE IN MALAYSIA

HRITHIK ROSHAN, SHAHID KAPOOR, ANUSHKA SHARMA, RANVEER SINGH, SONAKSHI SINHA, ARJUN KAPOOR, PARINEETI CHOPRA AND SHRADDHA KAPOOR HEADLINE THE S-CROSS IIFA AWARDS IN KUALA LUMPUR

The world’s biggest celebration of Indian cinema, the S-CROSS IIFA AWARDS will be held in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, June 7^th at the Putra Stadium.

The Videocon d2h IIFA Weekend, which begins from June 5 will bring together the world’s largest film industry to celebrate the success and magic of Indian cinema with a song-n-dance spectacular entitled IIFA ROCKS, the IIFA Fashion extravaganza, IIFA Gala Screening of the much-awaited blockbuster, Dil Dhadakne Do and then the finale S-CROSS IIFA AWARDS.

The S-CROSS IIFA AWARDS will be headlined by the biggest superstars Hrithik Roshan, Anil Kapoor, Ranveer Singh-Arjun Kapoor, Shahid Kapoor, Sonakshi Sinha, Parineeti Chopra, Shraddha Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra-Farhan Akhtar and Riteish Deshmukh-Pulkit Samrat.

The S-CROSS IIFA AWARDS will be anchored by the “Gunday” duo Ranveer Singh and ArjunKapoor and promises to be complete with mischief, humour and repartee that will have the audience in splits.

The S-CROSS IIFA AWARDS and the IIFA ROCKS are directed by Wizcraft International Entertainment, choreographed by Shiamak Davar and will be broadcast for the first time on India’s leading hindi entertainment channel, Colors Viacom18.

S-CROSS is the new Premium Crossover from Maruti Suzuki, coming soon, and will be revealed to the audience on the IIFA Awards stage.

Colors Viacom18 will broadcast the IIFAs for the first time. Sharing the excitement of the film industry for the IIFAs, Raj Nayak, CEO, Colors said, "We at COLORS are delighted to be partnering with IIFA this year. Our sole objective is to take this International Awards ceremony a notch higher and honor the best and the brightest of the Industry. The friends of IIFA are already gearing up for some scintillating performances and chartbusting gigs with newer elements and themes. With all the efforts that's been put in to scale up the show, we are certain that the mystique, vibrancy, energy and sensuality put together will make IIFA 2015 definitely a can't-miss events on the calendar ."

On June 6^th, as a major highlight of the Videocon d2h IIFA Weekend, the IIFA Fashion Extravaganza would be hosted by Neha Dhupia and Vivek Oberoi. The extravagant Fashion showcase would feature renowned designers, Masaba Gupta and Rocky S. The showstoppers for this lifestyle showcase include Bipasha Basu, Dia Mirza, Aditi Rao Hydari, Kriti Sannon, Mika Singh, Aftab Shivdasani and Huma Qureshiamong others.

Speaking about Videocon’s partnership with the IIFAs, Mr Aniruddh Dhoot, Director – Videocon  said,“Videocon’s association with IIFA is now in its seventh year. Our association with IIFA began on the foundation of mutual trust, commitment to quality and acknowledging the best. Today IIFA awards have established themselves as the best Bollywood awards in the country. Both, IIFA and Videocon d2h, believe in delivering excellence in the field of entertainment and adding variety to entertainment as a whole. Our recent listing on the Nasdaq stock exchange, bears testimony to our global outlook & tremendous growth. IIFA has proved to be a very good opportunity for us and we would like to take this association further”

Sabbas Joseph, Director, Wizcraft& IIFA said, “Every year we try to push the boundaries and create a brilliant cinematic experience that can bring fans closer to Indian Cinema. Arjun and Ranveer have an incredible chemistry on stage and they are going to have the crowds in splits with their antics. We have some of the best performers this year - Sonakshi, Shahid, Parineeti, Hrithik, Shraddha and Anushka - all set to create magic on stage and it’s going to be a night you don’t want to miss.”

The IIFA ROCKS being held on June 5^th at the Istana Budaya would be hosted by Ayushmann Khurranaand Parineeti Chopra. Performers include SonakshiSinha, Mika, Nakash, Jacqueline Fernandez, Aditi Rao Hydari, Lisa Hayden, Lauren Gottlieb, Javed Ali, Ankit Tiwari, Kanika Kapoor, Nooran sistersand MalaikaArora. The IIFA Technical Awards would be presented at the IIFA Rocks celebration.

On June 6^th two key events would be held: The IIFA Gala screening of the highly-awaited blockbuster, “Dil Dhadakne Do” and the IIFA Fashion Extravaganza.

The film is a bitter-sweet comedy drama about a family that takes a trip which changes them forever. The ensemble cast includes Ranveer Singh, Anushka Sharma, Priyanka Chopra, Farhan Akhtar, Anil Kapoor and Shefali Shah. Dil Dhadakne Do is directed by Zoya Akhtar and produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar from Excel Entertainment and Junglee Pictures.

Over the last 16 years, IIFA has left its mark on some of the most phenomenal destinations across the globe covering 4 continents and 11 countries. The celebrations have been hosted across the UK, Europe, Middle East, Southeast Asia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Canada and the United States of America. The IIFAs were last held in Malaysia in 2002, thirteen years ago. IIFA is set to rock Kuala Lumpur with electrifying performances by some of the biggest and brightest stars of Indian Cinema at the action-packed weekend in June!

What started off as a one-night awards show has grown into a mega three-day weekend extravaganza showcasing the myriad magical facets that Indian Cinema comprises. The IIFA movement has taken the world by storm by highlighting the best of Bollywood during the power-packed weekend, filled to the brim with film-festivals, workshops, exhibitions, film-showcases and premieres, global business forums and sporting events.

Speaking on the association with IIFA, Mr Pankaj Munjal, Co Chairman and Managing Director of Hero Cycles said, “IIFA awards are one of the most eminent and widely popular awards for Hindi cinema. We are pleased to associate with this mega event as cause partners for our campaign 'Cycling Heroes'. We believe this is a great opportunity to connect to a larger audience to spread the message of taking up cycling to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. Sedentary lifestyle of the present generation is one of the biggest causes of many lifestyle diseases. It is our endeavor to encourage people, across various age groups to take up cycling as their first step towards staying fit”

Carnival Group Chairman Shrikant Bhasi said, “We are proud to be associated with IIFA which has taken entertainment industry in India to international level. Carnival is the fastest growing group and we at Carnival Cinemas are committed towards taking entertainment to the villages, small towns and the metros in India and we will have a global presence soon. For us Carnival has just begun and IIFA is the platform to celebrate it.”

Speaking on the occasion Anil Kapoor, said “IIFA’s journey over the last 16 years has been incredible and I consider myself very fortunate to be a part of this phenomenon. Year after year the biggest celebration of Indian Cinema only gets bigger and brings new experiences to the film industry and fans alike. I’m looking forward to the IIFA Weekend in Kuala Lumpur, it’s truly a beautiful city and am certain that this will be a memorable IIFA as always.”

Hrithik Roshan commented saying, “Be it an award for my first film, my first international performance,  meeting John Travolta or bringing me closer to my fans across the world, IIFA has always played a special part in my journey. This year, IIFA is taking me to Kuala Lumpur and I am looking forward to the love of my fans there. Excitement is guaranteed by this celebration in our lives called IIFA.”

Shahid Kapoor spoke about IIFA 2015 saying, “I been a part of IIFA quite a few times over the years and each time it seems to get bigger and better. I’ve hosted on the IIFA stage and I’ve also performed and with every new IIFA experience I’m surprised at the novelty and excitement of the Weekend that continues to grow each year. I’m thrilled to be a part of this phenomenon again this year and I’m looking forward to visiting the incredible city of Kuala Lumpur”

Sonakshi Sinha commented on the occasion saying, “IIFA has been one of the most awaited events each year for me and also for the entire film industry as it’s the one time in the year where we all get together to celebrate over one incredible Weekend full of entertainment and fun. Last year I got to present my father with a Lifetime Achievement Award and that is one of my best memories at IIFA. It’s like an industry reunion and I’m so glad to be performing on the IIFA stage this year as well. “

With a viewership of almost 800 million, the IIFA Awards are India's biggest media event and also among the world's most-watched annual entertainment events.

Arjun Kapoor commented saying, “I’ve performed on the IIFA stage before and it’s been a great experience. IIFA is one of the most prestigious Awards ceremonies of the year and it’s a chance for the entire film industry to converge in one exotic destination to celebrate the grandeur of Indian Cinema. I’m looking forward to co-hosting the event with Ranveer and hope that it’s something the audiences will enjoy.”

About IIFA (International Indian Film Academy)

Conceptualized and produced by Wizcraft International Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. and supported by the key members of the Indian film fraternity, IIFA is the most appreciated South Asian film academy and a global platform that gives the Indian film fraternity an opportunity to reach audiences in international territories. The alliances made via the platform of IIFA provide huge benefits and gain to India but an equally important objective of this prestigious brand is to create similar outcomes in its host country.  The aim is to establish a system of mutual benefit to both India as well as the host destinations by boosting tourism, economic development, trade, culture, cross-border investments and film co-productions.

Wizcraft International Entertainment Pvt. Ltd promotes the IIFA Weekend & Awards globally each year and travel to new, exciting and beautiful destinations, taking the film fraternity with it to unite and celebrate the best of Indian film and culture, thereby taking Indian Cinema& India to a wider audience. www.iifa.com