Working Birthday for Aanand L Rai

One of the most successful filmmakers in the country today, Aanand L Rai, celebrated his birthday yesterday, doing what he loves most - making films ! Rai, who recently wrapped up the first schedule of his untitled next with Shah Rukh Khan , is neck deep in work , with his professional commitments both as a producer and a director.  

The filmmaker is busy with the prep of the next schedule of his ambitious film , that goes on floors in a few days at a suburban Mumbai studio. If that wasn't all, Rai is also busy with the release plans of his next two films – Shubh Mangal Saavdhan and Newton. 

Says a source, " It was a working birthday for Aanand L Rai and knowing his love and passion for his work, he wouldn't have had it any other way. The filmmaker went for a private lunch with his team ,post which he was back in his office to work on his projects under his home banner Colour Yellow Productions.

Catch the emotion packed action entertainer ‘Theri’ only on Sony MAX

Sony MAX, India’s premiere Hindi movie channel brings, Theri, an action packed Tamil blockbuster that has an important message for society. This South Indian dubbed Hindi movie tries to stress on the importance of raising children well and making them responsible citizens of the country. 

Directed by Atlee with Vijay, Samantha and Amy Jackson in pivotal roles, Theri is loaded with action sequences and emotions to satisfy all kinds of viewers. Vijay plays Joseph Kuruvilla, Vijay Kumar and Dharmeshwar in Theri wherein one of the characters is a cop and Samantha plays his wife Mithra, a doctor by profession. Interestingly the tough cop sees an opposition in the form of an influential man (Mahendran) in the area. Vijay then takes revenge on Mahendran after his family is attacked.

Watch the blockbuster ‘Theri’ on 1st July at 8pm only on Sony MAX

VIVAMAYR Maria Worth welcomes Shilpa Shetty Kundra

VIVAMAYR Maria Worth, located on the beautiful southern shores of Lake Wörth, has fast become the go-to health destination for some of the biggest stars from around the world. 

India’s poster girl for health and fitness yesterday arrived at the sophisticated medical diagnostic clinic with state-of-the-art facilities. The region is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and is a peaceful and glorious setting which Shilpa long looked forward to visit. 

Shilpa who was in London, traveled to Austria to stay at the exclusive Centre from 25th June to the 2nd July. While this is Shilpa’s first visit to VIVAMAYR, she looks forward to meeting the health experts and nutritionists there, to better understand a subject that she has always been passionate about. 

Says Shilpa Shetty Kundra, “We’ve all heard such great things about VIVAMAYR and how their personalized health plans are life changing. I’m excited to visit the facility and learn more about Modern Mayr Medicine and the programmes they offer." 

“Healthy guests like Shilpa Shetty want to stay healthy, our philosophy is that the gut holds the key to our health. Our team at VIVAMAYR look forward to welcoming her and offering rest, relaxation and better health, says VIVAMAYR Managing Director, Serhan Güven. 

Shilpa Shetty Kundra has a successful Wellness channel, a popular yoga DVD and a top-selling health and fitness book to her credit

Preity Zinta announces Kavach Safety

Recipient of the Red and White Bravery Award, actress ,humanitarian and leading women's right activist , Preity Zinta , in a revolutionary move has founded India's first and only holistic women's' safety solution. 

In association with Anthony Moorhouse  Ex Special Forces Australia , Founder of Dynamq ,"Kavach Safety" , is a “pro victim – anti perpetrator” emergency response service, that assures safety at the press of a button. 

Backed by a national Emergency Operations Centre, members will have access to a special Kavach team, a network of security, legal & high end forensic support medical and victim advocacy experts, all of whom are former army and special force professionals, to support victims. With this Kavach will act as a one-stop-shop to every safety and security need a woman might have. 

About Kavach Safety : A discreet service that leverages the latest in mobile duress technology and offers a full range of support services, backed by a leading team of crisis experts.Kavach Safety focuses on the safety and security needs of women. We take an empathetic and supportive approach to preventing incidents and helping victims of crime through medical services, insurance claims management and trauma support. The service currently costs you 418/- INR a month. 

Preity Zinta says " I started Kavach to ensure that no woman should fear for her personal safety in her daily life. It has taken me 5 long years to get here because I feel we need to empower women. We have a duty to the women of India to reduce the risk of violence, to support those that have been affected, and to educate the country that safety is a right…not a privilege".

Vivian Dsena to celebrate birthday with family

Actor Vivian Dsena will be jn Mumbai for his birthday this year and plans to celebrate with his family. "I was in Udaipur for a few days, but I am back now and ready to bring in my birthday in style. I will be celebrating with my mother and mausi this year. We plan to stay at home and have a great meal together," says Vivian, who will turn a year older on June 28. 

Vivian, who rose to fame with his show Madhubala-Ek Ishq Ek Junoon, says he is not fond of partying too much. "No parties for me," he says, adding, "Going out on other days is cool, but I don't like partying on my birthday. It's a very special day and I like to celebrate it with my family. They are the only people I feel like being with on my birthday." he says. 

The actor, who is currently part of the show Shakti - Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki, plans to celebrate with amazing food. "Food is. A big part of my birthday celebrations. My favourite cake - mixed fruit, will be there. Plus every year, my mother cooks my favourite dishes"