Nas Collaborates With India’s Biggest Hip Hop Artists with Release of “NY Se Mumbai”

The musical and cultural influence of hip-hop legend Nas reaches far beyond New York City, as detailed in a much-anticipated hip-hop film out Thursday, produced by Excel Entertainment, and an accompanying record released by JioSaavn’s label, Artist Originals (AO). “NY Se Mumbai feat. Nas” (NY to Mumbai), a new track by Indian Hip Hop artists, Naezy and Divine, is the end credit song for Gully Boy, starring actor Ranveer Singh and directed by Zoya Akhtar. Nas is also an executive producer for Gully Boy.

Set in Mumbai, the film is a shout-out to India’s biggest hip-hop acts and the rise of Gully Rap in India. Growing up in the slums of Mumbai, Naezy and Divine found a creative outlet and empowerment in hip-hop, they watched legends, like Nas, on YouTube, and chased what would eventually become a thriving music career -- and now a main stream presence with a feature-length film.  

Gully Boy was produced by Excel Entertainment, known for iconic films like Dil Chahta Hai and the Don franchise, and more recently the Shahrukh Khan action crime picture, Raees. As the director, Akhtar yet again demonstrates her unique storytelling approach crafted from an international filmmaking career that has, coincidentally, brought her from Mumbai to New York and back again. 

She says about the music in the film: “This has been a collaborative project from start to finish, and with music playing a crucial role in this story, it was really important to me that the right music partners come on board. It’s an absolute honor to have Nas, himself, so closely associated of the film. And with JioSaavn uniquely positioned to facilitate global connections, we have musical accompaniment that is a truly special representation of the sound conceived by the authentic artists of ‘Gully Boy.’”

After learning about Nas’ involvement in the film, JioSaavn co-founders Rishi Malhotra and Paramdeep Singh pitched the collaborative record concept to Akhtar in the Summer of 2018. “NY Se Mumbai” came to life as the musical counterpart to the film’s raw and poignant visual storytelling. 

“When we first learned of Gully Boy and Zoya’s approach to telling this important generational story, we knew this was an important moment in music history. It was an opportunity to make history yet again with a global collaboration on a record that could be iconic. When Nas released “Illmatic” in 1994, it was an instant masterpiece that influenced everyone from first listen. 25 years later, Nas is influencing a new generation of hip-hop artists across the globe. Music knows no borders and it’s a creative privilege to bring together the best artists the world. “NY Se Mumbai” is a special record that proves regardless of circumstance, we can all rise.” Rishi Malhotra, CEO and co-founder, JioSaavn, said about the collaboration. 

True to JioSaavn’s track record for weaving together countries and cultures to produce highly original music, “NY Se Mumbai” was a global production. With Naezy, Divine, and actor Ranveer Singh recording out of Mumbai, the record was developed with AO producers XD Pro in Toronto; iLL Wayno of Mass Appeal Records, who worked alongside the AO A&R team in New York; and, of course, Nas in Los Angeles. 

The multi-platinum rapper and producer was among the few to herald in the Golden Age of hip-hop as a teenager in the early 1990s. His latest studio album, Nasir, was produced by Kanye West in 2018. Today’s “NY Se Mumbai” collaboration and its parent film showcases the depth of Nas’ global influence and legacy as an artist and pop culture phenomenon.

Winning big on Sunday for Best Reggae Album “44/876” by Sting & Shaggy, Grammy Award winning producer iLL Wayno said, “Working on NY Se Mumbai, for me, was an affirmation of my understanding that hip hop has a global reach and cultures around the world are more similar than they are different.  We all share similar experiences and this song was a collaborative effort to showcase that.” 

Across The Atlantic, “NY Se Mumbai” represents Naezy’s much-anticipated return to hip-hop after a brief hiatus. His first release on AO, “Azaad Hu Mai” was released in 2017 as an ode to his remarkable journey from the slums of Mumbai to rising star. 

The track is the latest example of JioSaavn’s continued evolution as a global entertainment company and preeminent content producer. It follows the February 2019 release of ‘BIBA,’ a collaborative track between electronic music sensation Marshmello and Bollywood’s legendary composer Pritam. 

“NY Se Mumbai” is available for streaming today on JioSaavn, followed by all platforms worldwide on February 19th. For more information on the film, Gully Boy, in theaters February 14th across India,

When Anil Kapoor took advantage of Madhuri Dixit’s friendshi

 

This weekend on The Kapil Sharma Show, Bollywood’s romantic and evergreen Jodi-Madhuri Dixit and Anil Kapoor will be gracing the show. Madhuri has a fan-following across age-groups and not just commoners but legends like MF Hussain, Pandit Birju Maharaj have also expressed openly about their admiration for Madhuri. So, on the show Kapil asks Madhuri how it feels when such legends call themselves your fans. Madhuri was a little overwhelmed on hearing this and said, “Both of them-Hussain Saab and Maharaj ji are legends and when they compliment me, I feel humbled and genuinely don’t know how to react because I’m their fan.”

Adding to this, Anil Kapoor who has been friends with Madhuri off-screen as well, shared a very interesting story, “Back in the days, my wife Sunita once mentioned that we have everyone’s painting in our house except for MF Hussain’s. Back then, we couldn’t afford a Hussain Saab’s painting so when I got to know that he has been trying to meet Madhuri, I met him and kind of struck a deal with him told him that I can get you to meet Madhuri but for that you will have to give me one of your paintings. He agreed and gifted me a painting which is a prized possession in my house till date and I give all the credit to Madhuri for it. So, now you know, how I have taken advantage of knowing Madhuri Dixit.” 

Their chemistry and comfort was quite evident during the shoot of The Kapil Sharma Show. Even though they will be seen together on-screen after a very long time, their charisma remains intact.  

Watch The Kapil Sharma Show for many such interesting and hilarious revelations by your favorite stars, this weekend at 9.30pm only on Sony Entertainment Television.

Bollywood Casting Director Dinesh Soi and Tv Host Karan Singh Chhabra announce Mr and miss Mumbai 2019

Abhay misra and Rutvi Singh were announced as winners of Mr and Miss Mumbai 2019 .  The event held at a posh venue of Andheri West was judged by Bollywood Casting director Dinesh Soi ,  Mrs Sonia Malhotra Soi and  TV host Karan Singh Chhabra.

The pageant saw 15 contestants competing for the coveted title which had various rounds such as Introduction, traditional , western , talent and question answer .

On being asked , Mr Dinesh Soi said "As a casting director I always look for new faces and judging such pageants definitely helps us find fresh talent" .

 Also in the jury panel was international chat show host Karan

Singh Chhabra who mentioned "I remember how I started my journey with one such pageant in New Delhi which gave me the boost to face live audience and camera and the rest is history"

Abhay misra and Rutvi Singh both are residents of Mumbai and want to explore their career in Bollywood and TV.

DJ Sumit Sethi and Punjabi Singer Meet Kaur lunched their latest track "Jhanjraan" In National Capital

DJ Sumit Sethi and Punjabi singer Meet Kaur launched their latest dance track 'Jhanjraan' in Delhi. The event took place at Warehouse Cafe, Connaught Place. They shared their views about the song with Delhi Media. Babli Singh and Tejwant Singh Lamba are the presenters of the song. The song is released under Shemaroo label.

Talking about the song, Sumit said, " The song is the brainchild of Babli Singh and Tejwant Singh Lamba. It is in the form of a story which goes around the traditions of an Indian Wedding. The sweet fights between the Groom's side and Bride's Side add to the fun of the song. TV Actor Ankit Gera is doing Cameo in the song."

The song is already receiving an amazing response from the audience. Sumit Sethi further added " Jhanjraan is receiving lots of love and appreciation on youtube and  Tik Tok App. I am sure it's going to be at the top of the charts soon"

Singer Meet Kaur was also present at the launch, She said, "I am happy that I received a chance to work with DJ Sumit Sethi, I really enjoyed singing the song as it has amazing lyrics and music. This is the song is very special to me as the whole team of Jhanjraan worked really hard to make this song a success." Sharing her views to make a debut in Bollywood she said " Right now I am focusing on singing Punjabi songs. Once I am established here, I will surely try my luck in Bollywood".

Things you did not know about Captain Marvel : More powerful than Avengers and Thanos!

Marvel Studios’ presents “Captain Marvel,” an all-new adventure from a previously unseen period in the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe that introduces the MCU’s first stand-alone, female-franchise title character—Carol Danvers aka Captain Marvel.

Acknowledged as Marvel's mightiest Super Hero, Captain Marvel is touted to begin 2019 with a bang and is undoubtedly one of the most awaited films of this year.

Brie Larson, who has won an Oscar, followed the epic strength training routine in preparation for the role. She even did actual flight training which is was quite intense and despite falling sick, Brie continued to train! Here are some interesting facts you didn't know about Captain Marvel: THE MOST POWERFUL SUPERHERO!

“Captain Marvel” features the first stand-alone, female-franchise, title character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Anna Boden, who directs “Captain Marvel” with her longtime directing partner Ryan Fleck, is the first female director in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

According to the president of Marvel Studios, Kevin Feige, she will be the most powerful superhero in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Carol Danvers has the maximum number of powers and abilities. Before she gained her superpowers, she was already an ace pilot and was an impressive military officer. Her combat skills and piloting abilities were only enhanced by her superpowers, which included super strength and flight, along with the ability to reach a velocity exceeding the speed of sound. Additionally, Danvers has psychic powers and impressive energy absorption/projection abilities, skills that enhance her strength and durability while allowing her to create powerful energy blasts. 

Brie Larson took training for the role of Captain Marvel very seriously. For five days a week she did two to four hours of training, which was a combination of boxing, kick-boxing, Judo, wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu. The actress also worked her way to lifting over 225 pounds in deadlifts, 400-pound hip thrusts and even pulling a jeep down the road—a tremendous achievement for an actress who had never done much strength training! 

Brie Larson, who plays Carol Danvers/Captain Marvel visited Nellis Air Force Base in Las Vegas for some once-in-a-lifetime training and experiences in an F-16 fighter jet.

Brie Larson also was able to meet and spend time with Brigadier General Jeannie Marie Leavitt, who became the United States Air Force’s first female fighter pilot in 1993 and was the first woman to command a USAF combat fighter wing.