Sony Max Highlights and Listings 1st- 16th September

TUE	1-Sep-15	09:00:00PM	AAMDANI ATTANNI KHARCHA RUPAIYA
WED	2-Sep-15	09:00:00PM	KRRISH 3
THU	3-Sep-15	09:00:00PM	CHIRUTHA (DUB)
FRI	4-Sep-15	09:00:00PM	MAIN HOON LUCKY THE RACER (DUB)
SAT	5-Sep-15	08:00:00PM	MR X
SUN	6-Sep-15	08:00:00PM	LEGEND THE TERROR (DUB)
MON	7-Sep-15	09:00:00PM	KRISHNA THE POWER ON EARTH
TUE	8-Sep-15	09:00:00PM	DON NO. 1
WED	9-Sep-15	09:00:00PM	KYO KII MAIN JHOOTH NAHI BOLTA
THU	10-Sep-15	09:00:00PM	MERI JUNG - ONE MAN ARMY
FRI	11-Sep-15	09:00:00PM	ROWDY RATHORE
SAT	12-Sep-15	08:00:00PM	DANGEROUS KHILADI 4
SUN	13-Sep-15	08:00:00PM	MAIN HOON LUCKY THE RACER (DUB)
MON	14-Sep-15	09:00:00PM	KHAMOSHIYAN
TUE	15-Sep-15	09:00:00PM	JORU KA GHULAM
WED	16-Sep-15	09:00:00PM	JAANI DUSHMAN (DUB)

Star World and Star World HD to bring an all new season of the super successful culinary reality show – Amazon.in presents MasterChef Australia S7 powered by India Gate Basmati Rice

 Star World, India’s leading English General Entertainment channel, is all set to bring the latest season of the biggest and most watched culinary show on Indian television - Amazon.in presents MasterChef Australia S7 powered by India Gate Basmati Rice. Starting 3^rd September, the seventh season of the globally popular series will air every Monday to Friday, 9pm only on Star World and Star World HD.

MasterChef Australia has been a tent pole property for Star World and has inspired millions of Indians year on year changing the way food is perceived in India. The last season further cemented the show’s massive fan following, becoming one of the most-watched shows in the 9 PM slot in 3 years across the category.Commenting on the show’s launch Star World official spokesperson said “MasterChef Australia has been a flagship show on Star World that has transformed the culinary landscape in India. Star World has always been a pioneer in exposing India to global lifestyles and creating that urban premium consumer segment who today we call as the Global Indian consumers; they demand nothing but the very best in English Entertainment”

A mega 360 degree promotional campaign has been put in place which will pan across various mediums to include On-Air, Digital, On-Ground, Trade and Public Relations. For the launch of the show, Star World will be putting up a massive promotional TV campaign not only across the Star network but outside network TV channels as well. Digital is key driver and the lead medium for the show and the channel has a robust visibility and consumer engagement campaign planned to reach out to its target audience via an extensive paid and earned media marketing campaign. 

Star World will further amplify the show with unique targeted digital and on-ground tie ups. Food Talk India, one of India’s largest digital food communities has come on board as a digital partner and will be creating fun and engaging content on social media platforms for the show along with co-curating promotional events in Mumbai & Delhi to give viewers a MasterChef Australia worthy experience. Food Talk India, along with Star World, and Olive Bar and Kitchen will be hosting on-ground concepts with in New Delhi and Mumbai.

MasterChef Australia follows the journey of ordinary home-cooks as they showcase their extraordinary cooking ability. From different backgrounds, and with different experiences, skills and cultural influences, there is one thing that unites the home cooks - their passion for food. With the culinary bar set high in 2014, the heat will be on and this year we will see some of the most talented and passionate home cooks eagerly tackle challenges and put up dishes which will leave everyone spellbound. 

Judges Gary Mehigan, George Calombaris and Matt Preston will seek out the most passionate and talented amateur cooks from across the country to unearth the Top 24 to join them in the MasterChef Australia kitchen. This September, judges will once again become mentors, encouraging and challenging the contestants to push the boundaries further and unearth their passion for food. Speaking on the launch of the show in India, Gary Mehigan said “MasterChef Australia is very special to me. I am aware of the fan following the show has in India and its evident from all my visits to this fabulous country. This season will be truly awesome as the contestants on the show are cooking & plating food better than ever before. Don’t forget to tune in” 

‘The Transporter: Refueled’ Celebrates Reboot With Rocking Party at Playboy Mansion

EuropaCorp celebrated the reboot of “The Transporter” franchise in style Tuesday night with a premiere and party at the Playboy Mansion, replete with dancers and Playboy bunnies. Despite stepping into the shoes of an iconic action hero, Ed Skrein said he wasn’t nervous and approached his role in “The Transporter: Refueled” like he does any other.

“I approached it the same way I approach my independent movies for $300,000,” Skrein said. “I try to be as honest as I can in each situation and live each moment how the script dictates, not how previous movies have been, not how anybody else would have done it, not with the thought of it being a franchise.”

Skrein assumed the role of Frank Martin, played famously in three films by Jason Statham (Chris Vance also plays Frank Martin in the TV series), a former special-ops mercenary who is now living a “less perilous” life transporting classified packages for famous people.

Starting fresh and rebooting the franchise was exciting, said Loan Chabanol, who plays a femme fatale that requires Martin’s skills to exact revenge on a Russian mobster.

“You can’t really look at what’s been done,” Chabanol said. “It’s a new film, it’s a new cast, it’s a new everything. New is exciting.”

The movie played on a projector in one of the rooms of Hef’s manse with a spread of Hershey’s chocolate, Wild Berry Skittles and wine. After the screening, dancers dressed like Chabanol’s character escorted guests to the other end of the house for the after-party. Attendees mingled around the famous Playboy Mansion Grotto and the private zoo, while the dancers performed again on a stage with impressively synchronized fog machines.

In addition to the “Transporter”-themed drinks at the bar (the best of which was The Transporter Mule), partygoers posed for pictures and videos with a wind machine that sent suit jackets, scarves and hair flying.

“The Transporter: Refueled” opens on Sept. 4 and also stars Ray Stevenson, Lenn Kudrjawizki, Tatiana Pajkovic and Radivoje Bukvic.

GLOBAL POP SENSATION JUSTIN BIEBER TO RETURN TO THE 2015 “MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS” STAGE WITH FIRST-EVER PERFORMANCE OF NEW SINGLE “WHAT DO YOU MEAN”

Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter Justin Bieber today announced that he will perform “What Do You Mean,” the lead single from his highly anticipated new album, at the 2015 “MTV Video Music Awards,” airing Sunday, August 30th. 

The performance will mark Bieber’s first return to the VMA stage since his epic medley performance of “Baby,” “Somebody to Love” and “U Smile” in 2010.  His new single, “What Do You Mean,” will be released today on RBMG / Def Jam Recordings.

The 2015 MTV VMAs will feature Miley Cyrus as host. In addition, Kanye West will join the exclusive club of legendary artists bestowed with the “Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award.” Announced performers include The Weeknd, Pharrell Williams, Demi Lovato, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Tori Kelly, A$AP Rocky and Twenty One Pilots. Additional performers and presenters will be announced at a later date.

 In addition, MTV has teamed up with world-renowned fashion designer Jeremy Scott to redesign the MTV Moonman for the 2015 “MTV Video Music Awards.” As homage to Jeremy and his creative talent, the 2015 VMA Moonman encapsulates the true iconic essence of both the fashion designer and the network. From the distinct color of the TV color bars, to the peace sign necklace, to Jeremy’s signature sneakers, the redesign of statue is part of MTV’s long-standing history of bridging the gap between the world of fashion and music.

 Artists who win a 2015 “Video Music Award” will take home a special-edition Jeremy Scott Moonman, which was created exclusively for this year’s show.

 The 2015 “MTV Video Music Awards” will air across MTV's global network of channels in more than 160 countries and territories, reaching more than half a billion households around the world. 

Jesse Ignjatovic/Den of Thieves is the Executive Producer for the 2015 "MTV Video Music Awards." Van Toffler, Stephen Friedman, Amy Doyle and Garrett English are Executive Producers. Garrett English also serves as Executive In Charge of Production for MTV. Joanna Bomberg, Jen Jones and Lee Lodge are Co-Executive Producers. Hamish Hamilton is Director. Wendy Plaut is Celebrity Talent Executive.  

Official sponsors of the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards include: CLEAN & CLEAR®, COVERGIRL®, Orbit® Gum, PEPSI®, Samsung Galaxy, State Farm®, Taco Bell®, Trojan™ Brand Condoms, and truth®.

BSE FELICITATES GV FILMS LIMITED WITH SILVER BELL RINGING CEREMONY on COMPLETING 25YEARS OF LISTING

India’s first listed media company GV FILMS LIMITED (GVFL) marked its silver jubilee milestone of listing on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) with a bell ringing ceremony at the stock exchange. On this momentous occasion Mr. Shankar Jadhav Head –Strateg, BSE, felicitated GVFL Chairman and Managing Director Shri Bala Giri with a memento of BSE Gong. The function was held at the International Convention Hall at BSE on 27th August 2015 was marked by the presence of Board of Director GVFL Mr.Sudhakar Shetty, Suhan Shetty etc.

Mr.Bala Giri, GVFL said, “It is indeed an honour for GVFL to celebrate 25 years of being listed on BSE. The journey of GV films has not been an easy one. The company has been able to rise like a phoenix from ashes and now looks ahead to some glorious times starting with the honour. We aim to carry forward the rich legacy of GV films.” Stating further he said, “GV FILMS Ltd has gone in for Capital Reduction and are all set to propel the company on the fast growth track now. We are thankful for the support of our large investor base. We have launched Miniplexes in South and are keen to see this venture gain further momentum by setting up of miniplexes in Western India. The company has moved its base from Chennai to Mumbai and with Marathi film VITHAL VITHAL we wish to reinforce our commitment to making good cinema in Hindi and regional languages”

Speaking on the occasion Mr.Balagiri further said, “On completion of 25 years GV FILMS aims to infusing a fresh lease of life into its landmark run. The Company has a had a dream run with the biggest names from Tamil & Telugu Industry and. G.V Films has had a very interesting journey of 25 years and it is our aim to establish it in a brand new way and to bring about a revolution in the Indian film industry”

GV FILMS recently launched its new innovative website www.gvfilms.com. that would provide the latest updates on the company, showcase the upcoming projects, new talents, ongoing happenings and much more to the world. It is interactive, informative, viewer and investor friendly from the stakeholder’s perspective and will provide instant updates on projects and position of the company. 

GV Films entered the Indian Film Market in the year 1989 as a company that aimed at production and distribution of feature films in various languages and became the first company in the cinema business to get listed in the Indian bourses and having shareholders all over the country.

The company was introduced by G. Venkateswaran, popularly known as G.V, a film producer and the older brother of acclaimed director and screenwriter Mani Ratnam and G. Srinivasan. GV was the promoter of G.V. Films, one of the first movie companies in India to raise capital through the stock market. 

Along with one of the best directors Mani Ratnam, GV Films has given some great blockbusters and award winning films like " Mounaa Ragam" "Agni Natchathiram" "Nayagan" "Thalapathi" "Anjali" "Indira" "Tamizhan" "Chokkathangam." The company has enormously contributed to the South Indian Film Industry, especially to the Tamil Film Industry which is the third biggest in India next to Hindi and Telugu Film Industry. Not just the making of cinema, but GV Films has spectacularly contributed towards the development of Indian Cinema as well. They were the first ones to export Tamil films to Japan and later to the other non-traditional, South East Asian markets like Korea. GV Films also brought DTS to a theatre of an A class town in Tamilnadu. With foresight, acquired Internet rights for over 6000 films way back in 1999-2000 for web casting that constitute valuable intellectual property rights, they currently have an own library of over 14000 films. GV Films was also the first to bring 3D television serials in India.