Ashutosh Gowariker at Film Festival in Brisbane, Australia

Ashutosh Gowariker will inaugurate and chair the jury of the Indian International Film Festival of Queensland (IIFFOQ) 2016 in Brisbane, Australia. The festival which began on 16^th November, concludes on 20^th November, with the closing ceremony of the festival announcing the winners. Ventilator, the Marathi film produced by Priyanka Chopra’s Purple Pebble Pictures in which Ashutosh has received rave reviews for his performance as an actor was the Opening Film of the festival and Mohenjo Daro, which Gowariker directed, will be the Closing Film.  

Chayan Sarkar, Founder and Artistic Director of the IIFFOQ which is Australia’s first independent competitive Indian film festival to encourage creative industry links between Australia and India says, “This festival will usher in new opportunities and directions for Indian film- makers and the Indian film industry. It will further foster new talent, co-productions and fresh dimensions in the aesthetics of storytelling.” 

The Indian International Film Festival of Queensland is supported by Lord Mayor of Brisbane, Mr. Graham Quirk, who attended the Opening Night and says “Brisbane has always shared a unique and wonderful connection with our city's Indian community in a number of ways. I trust your festival will further enhance the ties we have with the people of India and create cultural and economic partnerships in the near future." 

In addition to Ventilator and Mohenjo Daro, Lagaan and Swades will also be screened as part of Gowariker’s retrospective that highlights this year’s festival. 

Ashutosh says, “It is an honour for me to be present at my retrospective in IIFFOQ, Australia. It is also a great opportunity for showcasing Marathi Cinema with the screening of Ventilator for Australian audiences. I am really happy to be here.”

Wizcraft Mime – Learn Event Management Online From The Industry Experts

Wizcraft MIME (Wizcraft Management Institute of Media and Entertainment) is an education initiative that has been launched with a perspective to train potential talent with requisite skills. Our objective is to foster industry talent and provide an opportunity for robust education that creates a base of highly trained and committed professionals for the event and media industry in India. 

Wizcraft MIME went live with inaugural course offering last year partnering with Talentede, India’s leading Ed-Tech firm, and has received a tremendous response from the industry as well as the students.

With the active response and spectacular success experienced with the inaugural batch, Wizcraft MIME has further decided to enhance its program offering. The first set of programme offerings are highly specialized courses in event management and range from televised events to crafting luxury event experiences. The course is open to graduates, post-graduate and young professionals. Wizcaft MIME has teamed up with Talent Edge to create an innovating learning experience and a pioneering course opportunity. We offer 2 specialized cutting edge executive certificate programmes namely Television Event Management and Production and Corporate Events & Brand Orientation. Students benefit from the golden chance to work with agencies on events like IIFA, GiMA, Guild Awards and other landmark events.

Director of Wizcraft International Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. & Wizcraft MIME, Mr. Sabbas Joseph says, “The experiential & event industry in India has taken root in the country 25 years ago and is now growing at a phenomenal rate. The industry has provided opportunities in the fields of entertainment, corporate event management, artiste management, graphic artistes and has given shape to tertiary industries such as fabrication, décor, event technology providers and engineers. There exists a lacune in the industry for a course that is rich in content and is accessible across the country. Wizcraft MIME is an earnest initiative that seeks to attract potential talent that is hidden in the corners of the country.”

Wizcraft MIME is a blend of the rich experience of Wizcraft International Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. and the knowledge of learning and development brought in by the directors on board to train individuals who possess a zest to learn more about the event industry.

Speaking on the association, Aditya Malik, CEO and MD, Talentedge, said, “After our successful partnership with Wizcraft MIME, to curate first ever online programme for students looking to educate and enhance their career options in the field of event management earlier this year, we are now thrilled to announce our second batch for the event management courses. We received an overwhelming response from individuals who were rigorously looking for quality online programmes in the field of event management, hinting at the potential this industry holds. With the onset of our second batch, we hope to continue enabling more individuals to not only learn from anywhere they like, but also reap the benefits of training under connoisseurs of the subjects, opening up various avenues for them in the event management industry.” 

To add to this Sushma Gaikwad, Director Wizcraft MIME quotes, “We are intentional on providing relevant learning and comprehensive experiences for the students. Wizcraft MIME is truly an event management course where subject matters are brought to life by interactive and engaging faculty that take students through the graph of learning with relevant information and experiential case studies.”

About Wizcraft MIME

Wizcraft MIME is a Media and Entertainment institute that offers a blend of online education with offline learning opportunities, practical training and experience designed to create trained professionals in specialized streams. They provide students recorded and live online interactive lectures where they gain insight regarding relevant practical aspects of brand entertainment and event management. Virtual classrooms at Wizcraft MIME allow for active interactions with other fellow students and faculty. The courses will be marketing online and will be visible across a variety of social media and education platforms. Several leading corporate giants, event professionals and performing artistes are featured in Master Classes on the course. Wizcraft MIME envisions to channelize expertise knowledge and experience into providing robust and skill enhancing education

About Talentedge:

Talentedge is an Ed-Tech firm. We are the first to bring ‘Live & Interactive’ anywhere learning in digital format. Talentedge offers courses jointly with world leading institutes and corporates. We enable working professionals to plan their future course of action and to fast track their careers.Talentedge partners with top Indian & International institutes including IITs, IIMs , XLRI, Parsons School of Design, Jack Welch Management Institute (JWMI) and also with renowned corporates like OLX,  Viacom 18, Wizcraft, Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM)and others. Our ability to recreate classroom type interactions in the virtual world has struck a chord with over 3, 00,000 individuals and corporate learners. We initiate industry relevant learning by bringing eminent subject experts into online education. Talentedge is one of the first Ed-Tech organizations to be credited with an ISO: 9001-2008 certification.

BON JOVI DEBUTS AT #1 IN US, AUSTRALIA, JAPAN; TOP 5 IN 54 COUNTRIES WITH 'THIS HOUSE IS NOT FOR SALE' ON ISLAND/UMG

ONE OF ROCK’S BIGGEST BANDS PREPARES TOUR WITH NEW, INSTANT CLASSICS AND ENDURING ANTHEMS  

Jon Bon Jovi accepts Billboard’s Legend of Live Award with a speech of inclusivity, implores artist to use voices to heal – “Success can be measured in many ways. It’s not just box-office scores and chart positions, it can also be measured by the impact it has on those you share it with.”

Bon Jovi’s This House Is Not For Sale is officially the #1 album in the US, Australia, and Japan and debuts in the Top 5 in 54 other countries on Island/UMG. After thirty-plus years at the top, their 14^th studio album now arrives at #1 on the Billboard Top 200 album chart with total consumption/album equivalents of 129,211 while iTunes charts place the release at #1 in 25 countries. The album is a triumphant statement of integrity from one of rock’s biggest bands and is available at iTunes, Apple Music, Amazon, GooglePlay, Spotify, Tidal, Target, among other retailers. 

SINGLE - “This House is Not For Sale,” is one of the fastest climbing Top Ten singles on the AC Radio Chart this year.  

CAREER #1’s - This House Is Not For Sale (2016), What About Now (2013), The Circle (2009), Lost Highway (2007), New Jersey (1988), and Slippery When Wet (1986). 

TOUR - In February, the This House Is Not For Sale Tour will be Bon Jovi’s first outing since 2013’s Because We Can World Tour. It was their 3rd tour in six years to be ranked as the #1 grossing tour in the world (accomplished by only The Rolling Stones previously). More dates to be added soon, check www.bonjovi.com for announcements.  

MESSAGE OF HOPE - Last week, while accepting the Billboard Legend of Live Award for their touring impact, Jon Bon Jovi delivered a message of hope and empowerment in his speech:  

“Music transcends borders and beliefs. We spent our lives traveling to places both near and far to deliver that message to the people who were spending their hard-earned money to hear us tell their stories. We always tried our best to never let them down.  

Success can be measured in many ways. It’s not just box-office scores and chart positions, it can also be measured by the impact it has on those you share it with. We sing songs for those who are threatened by a wall. In fact, we sang songs to a Soviet Union when there was a wall. We now ask artists to sing their songs to the Muslim, and the disabled, for marriage equality and the LGTBQ community. To sing for the empowered, independent woman because equal rights are human rights.
We can all sing to the disenfranchised and the scared who need a bit of optimism. We sing because we can and because we in this room already know that music is a healer. We have the unique ability to deliver that hug, that handshake, that look into the eye of those we serve with our message of healing and we, this diverse music community, can be the ones to start that evolution. This is my hope, my prayer, this is our peaceful revolution.”  

REVIEWS – Critics have applauded the new album, which Jon has stated is the result of “having something to say and nothing to prove” -  

ASSOCIATED PRESS - "Bon Jovi is still making hit records: title track “This House Is Not for Sale” is as good a song as Jon Bon Jovi has ever written. As he grows older, he mixes a bold defiance (of age, injustice and negativity in general) with a more mature appreciation for love, life and hope."

BILLBOARD - “Bon Jovi opened his soul on record and in the live setting with a fascinating display of honesty and an inside look into what inspired the lyrics, music & story behind This House is Not for Sale.”

USA TODAY – “Nobody writes rock anthems like Jon Bon Jovi. It’s his superpower;” … “It says something about his skill set, 30-plus years into his career, that he was able to play a concert consisting of brand-new songs…and have audiences pumping their fists, clapping and hopping up and down as if he was doing a “greatest hits” show.”

ASBURY PARK PRESS - "So what is the future like for Bon Jovi? Judging by the songs, it’s forceful, righteous and rocking. “House” is prime arena rock and “Rollercoaster” positively bursts with energy. “Born Again Tomorrow” had a screaming solo from Xenidis. “New Year’s Day,” with a Bon Jovi tremolo on vocals, suggests later period Bowie and “The Devil’s in the Temple” is a punky fist pumper, thanks to Xenidis’ crunchy chords."

BBC MUSIC – “Jon Bon was on chatty form between songs, explaining the lyrics and sharing "his stories" with an audience of devoted fans.'”

EVENING STANDARD - "This House Is Not For Sale may prove to be the finest BonJovi album this century." "There were galloping verses and stadium-filling choruses to spare…"

KERRANG - "They still have that irresistible Bon Jovi charm, with choruses bigger than an Airbus."

THE GUARDIAN (UK) - “Stadium ready rock songs and chant friendly choruses”…“An intriguing new vulnerability”…“Labour Of Love is beautiful and sincere.”

DAILY MAIL (UK) - “Chest Beating Anthems”…"Bon Jovi’s vocals are gutsy.”

METRO (UK) - "It is the perfect reminder of why Bon Jovi have sold 130 million albums and packed out stadiums for three decades. And, as JB said in his last emotional monologue, they’ll continue to do so for another three." 

GIGWISE (UK) – “The tracks from the album are stunning in their diversity”… “Rarely will you see such devotion at a rock group in a gig and it's thrilling to witness.” … “..reminds why Bon Jovi are considered one of the greatest live bands the world has ever known.”

THIS HOUSE IS NOT FOR SALE TOUR DATES -

Wednesday, February 8, 2017	Greenville, SC	Bon Secours Wellness Arena
Friday, February 10, 2017	Atlanta, GA	Philips Arena
Sunday, February 12, 2017	Sunrise, FL	BB&T Center
Tuesday, February 14, 2017	Tampa, FL	Amalie Arena
Thursday, February 16, 2017	Birmingham, AL	BJCC
Saturday, February 18, 2017	Nashville, TN	Bridgestone Arena
Sunday, February 19, 2017	St. Louis, MO	Scottrade Center
Tuesday, February 21, 2017	Oklahoma City, OK	Chesapeake Energy Center
Thursday, February 23, 2017	Dallas, TX	American Airlines Center
Saturday, February 25, 2017	Las Vegas, NV	T-Mobile Arena
Tuesday, February 28, 2017	Sacramento, CA	Golden 1 Center
Wednesday, March 1, 2017	San Jose, CA	SAP Center
Saturday, March 4, 2017	Phoenix, AZ	Talking Stick Resort Arena
Sunday, March 5, 2017	San Diego, CA	Viejas Arena
Wednesday, March 8, 2017	Los Angeles, CA	The Forum
Tuesday, March 14, 2017	Denver, CO	Pepsi Center
Thursday, March 16, 2017	Memphis, TN	FedExForum
Saturday, March 18, 2017	Columbus, OH	Nationwide Arena
Sunday, March 19, 2017	Cleveland, OH	Quicken Loans Arena
Wednesday, March 22, 2017	Indianapolis, IN	Bankers Life Fieldhouse ABOUT BON JOVI: Over an illustrious career since their formation in 1983, Bon Jovi has earned their place among global rock royalty. With over 130 million albums sold worldwide, an extensive catalog of hit anthems, and more than 2,800 concerts performed in 50 countries for more than 35 million fans, Bon Jovi is the consummate rock and roll band. Their past three consecutive world tours were the #1 grossing tours in each of their respective years (2013’s Because We Can World Tour, 2010’s The Circle World Tour, and 2008’s Lost Highway World Tour. Their latest album, This House Is Not For Sale, is their sixth to debut at #1 in the US and around the world. For more information, visit www.BonJovi.com.

Parineeti Chopra to grace World Cup Kabaddi’s closing ceremony in Punjab!

The sixth edition of World Cup Kabaddi 2016 conducted by Ferriswheel Entertainment Pvt Ltd (FEPL) is drawing to a close. 

Having successfully conducted the first three editions of World Cup Kabaddi, Ferriswheel Entertainment Pvt. Ltd will bring the curtains down on the coveted World Cup Kabaddi 2016 on 17^th November, 2016. 

It’s the third consecutive year that Ferriswheel Entertainment Pvt. Ltd is associated with the World Cup Kabaddi, organised by Punjab State Sports Council. 

The opening ceremony took place at Nehru Stadium, Ropar on 3^rd November, 2016 and the closing ceremony will take place at Jalalabad Stadium on 17^th November, 2016. 

While the opening and closing ceremonies of the previous editions were headlined by Bollywood celebrities like Arjun Kapoor, Sonakshi Sinha, Priyanka Chopra and Ranveer Singh, this year, Parineeti Chopra will bring the Bollywood presence to the closing ceremony which is scheduled to take place on 17^th November, 2016. The event will also witness mesmerising performances by legendary Punjabi artists like Gurdas Maan and Harshdeep Kaur, Jassi Gill, Babbal Rai, Miss Pooja, Jaswinder Bhalla and Bal Mukund Sharma. 

In 2014, Ferriswheel Entertainment Pvt. Ltd introduced stereoscopic cyclorama 3D projection in India during the 2014 edition of the opening ceremony, this year Ferriswheel Entertainment Pvt. Ltd will be introducing Drone and Helium act. 

Shubhra Bhardwaj, Founder and Creative Director of Ferriswheel Entertainment Pvt. Ltd say, “It’s been a pleasure to have been associated with the Government of Punjab and the stars, yet again. Team Ferriswheel, with the support of Government of Punjab has managed to pull off another spectacular show, for which the whole team should take a bow. With dancers on crane, exceptional fireworks and by introducing the drone, LED wrist bands and the helium act for the first time in India, I believe we have successfully managed to blend art and technology. It was a great experience overall, my heartfelt thank you to each and everyone associated with it.” 

About Shubhra Bhardwaj, Founder and Creative Director, Ferriswheel Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.

Shubhra Bhardwaj, Founder and Creative Director, Ferriswheel Entertainment, comes of an expansive experience of over 2 decades in the industry. 

As an entrepreneur and creative director of Ferrishweel, she is committed to creating value-based revenue models which have end to end benefit for clients as well as performers. She is a firm believer that the marriage of art and cutting edge technology can empower the aesthetic and creative aspects of show business

A published poetess and winner of Asian Arts Award for the Best Director at Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Ms. Bhardwaj has successfully delivered multiple large scale stadium events and numerous game ceremonies. She has a comprehensive & impressive body of work that lists creative services in more than 70 countries ranging from mid-sized festivals to large-scale events.Her in-depth understanding and experience of the diverse international and domestic performing arts markets and entertainment industries has helped establish Ferriswheel as a dynamic, dependable and competent brand in a brief span of time. 

About Ferriswheel Entertainment 

A young, dynamic and dependable brand; Ferriswheel Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. (FEPL) is an end to end solutions agency in the spectrum of Sport and Entertainment alike. 

From conceptualization to evaluation and implementation, FEPL  produces and directs shows, live events, exhibitions and festivals all the while promoting Arts and Culture on both National and International platform. It is enlisted with the government of India and is a skilled and chosen organization for various government events. With over 60 years of collective experience, a robust team and a strong network in the field of communication and event management, FEPL ensures a remarkable body of work along with a sharp vision emphasizing on the future of large scale events, intellectual properties and performing arts globally. 

Ferriswheel has won 4 WOW awards in the year 2015, for Achievement in SFX/Pyrotechnic – Closing Ceremony 35^th National Games, Kerala, Entertainment Property of the Year – Worldfest, Launch Event of the Year – Opening Ceremony 5^th Worldcup Kabaddi Punjab and Achievement in Lighting Solution – Closing Ceremony 5^th Worldcup Kabaddi Punjab and has also won the Asian Arts Award 2015 at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. FEPL has also won 2 WOW awards in 2016 for along with 2 CMO awards in same year for the title of ‘Most Admired Director’ and ‘Most Creative Event’.

Fruitfully building an undisputed reputation in a short span of time, our constant effort at FEPL is to relentlessly reinvent, add value and gain new ground, enabling skilful execution of unique creative concepts to suit client requirements, which helps us stay ahead of the curve.

INDUSTRIALIST & PHILANTHROPIST DR. ANEEL MURARKA FELICITATED WITH "MAKE IN INDIA AWARD" BY BHARAT NIRMAN FOUNDATION

Isn't it a feeling of proud & appreciation when you see a man working selflessly day in and day out for the betterment of the society? Associating with various NGOs, producing short films with a message which compels people to actually come forth and honor the man who has never "refused" to participate in different initiatives. He is not just a successful Industrialist but also a philanthropist  who seeks to promote the welfare of others- Industrialist & Philanthropist Dr. Aneel Murarka was recently conferred with "Make In India Award" by Bharat Nirman Foundation during the 1st session of the Mystique India Expo 2016 during the conclave on'Indian Wisdom in the Corporate World'.

Recipient of "Make In India Award" by Bharat Nirman Foundation, Dr. Aneel Murarka says "I thank Bharat Nirman Foundation for honoring me with this prestigious award. While it is most gratifying to be recognized for the efforts to help the community, quite honestly, it is the very community who deserve all the accolades for giving me a chance to contribute. The award is simply and perfectly named. For there can be no philanthropist without a community to serve.  And without a community of supporters, the philanthropist is unable to be of service. The relationship between a philanthropist and community is reciprocal and symbiotic. And often, the community members themselves are leaders of social change and civic betterment"