‘CID’ – the longest running Indian series on television continues to rule hearts

             Successfully enters its 19^th year of being on-air

CID; the longest running Indian series on television that has given viewers some of the most iconic dialogues by remarkable characters and which holds a Guinness Book of World Records,  is all set to enter its 19^th year. To mark this glorious feat, the makers came together to celebrate the show’s successful run. Present at the celebratory event, along with the entire cast of the show, were  NP Singh, CEO - MSM; Danish Khan, EVP & Business Head – SET; Anshuman Sinha, SVP & Senior Creative Director – SET; BP Singh and Pradeep Uppoor – Producer, Fireworks Production.

As the show steps in the 19^th year, the channel announced some exciting surprises that will further enthrall the audiences. The channel’s much coveted CID Veerta Awards will make a grand comeback on Sony Entertainment Television after 3 years. Airing on 14^th August, 2016 the award ceremony will continue with this tradition and inspire audiences.

Starting 19^th December the CID cops will continue to entertain the fans every Saturday and Sunday at 10 PM. To celebrate the milestone of completing 18 years, the show and CID cops will amaze audience with a refreshing avatar while the cops continue to solve intriguing murder mysteries.

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NP Singh, CEO, Multi Screen Media (MSM):

To be on-air for 18 years is an unparalled feat for any Indian programme on television. CID continues to rule hearts and its characters have found a place in the everyday life and rhythm of its viewership. Over the years, CID has not only kept pace with changing consumer preferences and sentiments but also sustained their interest. As it enters, it’s 19th year of successful sustenance, CID will bring new surprises to you and temper your intellect with more mysteries to resolve. Just like the 18 years gone by, the viewers of CID will be able to watch CID for another 18 years, if not more.

CID Veerta awards are to salute those men, women and children who have put others before them; helping them in difficult situations, sometimes even putting their own lives at risk in order to do so. These awards will recognise valour and the belief in human dignity. As time evolves, being recognised as a “CID Veer” would mean being recognised as an advocate of human dignity.

Danish Khan, EVP & Business Head, Sony Entertainment Television:

CID is one of the most important franchises of Sony Entertainment Television. The reason it has been successful for over 18 years is because it has changed itself with times, yet remained consistent in its appeal and storytelling. 2016 will see CID in an avatar which will delight its existing set of viewers and attract newer set of viewers. Sony Entertainment Television is committed to take CID into newer heights in 2016.

BP Singh, Producer, Fireworks Productions:

“CID is the longest running and one of the most loved shows on Indian television. This very special long run would not have been possible without the support of Sony Entertainment Television. We are extremely proud of the long standing association we have shared with Sony Entertainment Television and hope to continue entertaining our audience further. As CID enters its 19th year, we are thrilled to present the new look which I am sure viewers will enjoy. This new phase will only enable us to further connect with our audience with a fresh approach.”Starting 19^th December catch your favorite cops on Saturday and Sunday at 10pm

only on Sony Entertainment Television

INTERNATIONAL INDIAN FILM ACADEMY (IIFA) RANKED AS INDIA’S No. 1 Awards IP by BW APPLAUSE

GLOBAL INDIAN MUSIC AWARDS AND GUILD AWARDS LISTED AS NO. 4 AND 5 AMONG AWARD IPS

 India’s most extravagant intellectual property, International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards, has been acknowledged by BW Applause magazine as the No. 1 Awards IP for India. IIFA which is owned by leading Event Management company, Wizcraft International Entertainment; the company also owns the GiMAs (Global Indian Music Awards) and the Guild Awards for Film and ~Television which have been ranked as No. 4 and No. 5 respectively, giving the agency three brands among the Top 5  of the ranking that has studied more than 75 such brands. 

BW APPLAUSE magazine launched a nationwide search to identify some of the most prestigious IPs across several categories like Art and Culture, Films, Music, Automobiles and Bikes, Food and Drinks and Awards. 

Speaking on the occasion, Andre Timmins, Founder-Director, Wizcraft International said, “It is truly a great honor to receive this accolade. Each year we try our hardest to create the biggest celebration of Indian Cinema. This achievement would not be possible without the support of the entertainment industry, media and our clients who participate willingly. IIFA, GiMA and the Guild Awards celebrate excellence from India on the global stage. We are also grateful to our broadcasters Star Plus, Colors Viacom18 and Sony Entertainment television for their support through the years.” 

Instituted in 2000, the IIFA Awards is India’s first-ever awards held at international locations, celebrating the magic and grandeur of Indian Cinema beyond borders, thereafter kick-starting a phenomenon of Indian cinema’s showcasing before global audiences. It has evolved as India’s most-high profile media event bringing together film, music, fashion, business and media facets. With a viewership of almost 800 million, it is among the world's most-watched annual entertainment events. Bridging the gap between the Indian film fraternity and audiences overseas, the IIFA Awards has been the only awards platform spreading the glitz and glamour of the Indian film industry across the world. 

The Global Indian Music Academy Awards were instituted in the year 2010 with a view to bringing together on a common platform music genres of India such as classical, folk, semi classical, fusion pop and film music. 

Rani Mukerji and Aditya Chopra Blessed with baby girl Adira

Rani Mukerji and Aditya Chopra have been blessed with a baby girl today. Adira,a healthy and fiesty daughter was born at Breach Candy Hospital this morning. 'I would like to thank all my well wishers and fans', Rani said, 'Today life has given us God's greatest gift with Adira. We thank fans our friends and well wishers for their unconditional support and blessings. With joy we beginthis new chapter in our lives.' 

ErosNow launches Blazing Bajirao The Game Peshwa Bajirao to come live on phones and tablets with the thrilling new game

ErosNow, the on-demand entertainment portal of Eros International, today announced the launch of the trailer of ‘Blazing Bajirao The Game’ for their upcoming magnum opus, Bajirao Mastani. An extension of ErosNow’s unique digital marketing innovation, the successfully-running web series, Blazing Bajirao, the game will be available on the 10^th of December 2015 for download on the Apple App and Google Play stores. The web version will be available exclusively on erosnow.com.

After Mughal-e-Azam, comes Bajirao Mastani, the country’s next big labour of love. Known to create nothing short of masterpieces, director Sanjay Leela Bhansali promises to outdo himself with this visual spectacle. And befitting a magnum opus of this stature, ‘Blazing Bajirao The Game’, will be adrenaline pumping, high octane and reflective of the legendary Peshwa’s supremacy.

In an epic hunt for love and glory, the interactive game invites players to embark on a thrilling adventure as they battle as Peshwa Bajirao, the undefeated warrior of the Maratha empire. As players progress through the game, they must fight through hordes of enemy infantry and archers in search of Mastani roaring ‘Har Har Mahadev’!

Commenting on the launch of the game, Rishika Lulla Singh, CEO, Eros Digital said, “ErosNow has been pushing boundaries with unique digital initiatives for the promotion of Bajirao Mastani. After the success of India’s first graphic web series, Blazing Bajirao, the game was a natural progression to take digital promotions to the next level. The game is of stellar quality and gamers can now become Peshwa Bajirao, the great warrior themselves and experience the exhilaration of battle victory using swords, bows and arrows”.

Game Features:

·         Blitz your way through countless waves of the enemy

·         Dismember enemies using your sword, bows and arrows

·         Use the might of your special Urumi attack to obliterate enemy battalions

·         Avoid enemy towers and elephant mounted defences

·         Collect gold to buy weapons and upgrades

It is truly a great time for cinema as once every 50 years does a film of this calibre comes from India. Promising to be not just a film, but an experience, Bajirao Mastani remains one of the most anticipated films in the history of Indian cinema.

Eros International and Bhansali Productions’ Bajirao Mastani, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, starring Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra will release worldwide on 18^th December 2015.

Here’s the trailer of Blazing Bajirao The Game: http://erosnow.com/#!/tv/watch/1045636/blazing-bajirao---the-game/6632874/6632875/blazing-bajirao---the-game---trailer?ap=1

The Bollywood and Fashion Industry support actor Evelyn Sharma's initiative Seams For Dreams!!

Evelyn Sharma has always had a very philanthropic heart and proactively supported various charity organizations and social causes.

The actress known from movies like Yeh Jawaani Hai Dewaani and Yaariyan launched her own foundation Seams For Dreams (SFD) this year on the occasion of her birthday and is now holding her second fund-raising event: the ‘Christmas Garage Sale’.

After the great success of the first Garage Sale in support of Nepal Relief Efforts, this time’s proceeds will be distributed towards 'Winter Relief Efforts' in India, meaning warm clothes, shelter and blankets to those in need in colder regions of the country aiming to keep everyone warm this winter.

Bringing together the film and fashion industry, one attraction of this Christmas Garage Sale will be the amazing high-end designer donations gathered to raise funds: Falguni & Shane Peacock, Rocky S, Gavin Miguel, Nishka Lulla just to name a few. Seams For Dreams also offers exclusive merchandise t-shirts at every event, this time designed by young-Bollywoods favourite: Kanika Goyal. Besides Evelyn herself, stars Alia Bhatt, Parineeti Chopra, Anushka Sharma and Deepika Padukone have often been spotted wearing her designs.

Evelyn proudly says, “At Seams For Dreams, we use the universal love for fashion to give back to humanity. We strive to lend a helping hand to various organizations that are doing good and making humanitarian changes in the world and now are starting our first own project with the winter relief efforts!"

"SFD is a very transparent organization and every step we take is covered on our website and social media. We believe that this is one reason why many celebrities, designers and individuals like to donate to SFD, because they are always up to date on our activities.”

The Christmas Garage Sale will happen on the 6th December from 5pm to 9pm at Olive Bar & Kitchen in Bandra.