Tom Hanks reprises his role as Harvard religious expert Robert Langdon, who once again finds that forces with ancient roots are willing to stop at nothing, even murder, to advance their goals. Ron Howard has directed Angels & Demons & also co-produced it in association with Brian Grazer and John Calley. The screenplay is by David Koepp and Akiva Goldsman. Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) will release the film worldwide on May 15, 2009.

“I was of the opinion that there could be some problem with Angels & Demons too, before we began the project, as our The Da Vinci Code has faced a lot of wrath. But our anticipation of fear is coming to an end with the response of people towards the trailers of the film. I am sure that Angels and Demons would interest people more than The Da Vinci Code. We never want to hurt any one’s sentiments, we are just artists and I am sure that people would appreciate the hardwork our team has put in,” Adds Tom Hanks.

When Langdon discovers evidence of the resurgence of an ancient secret brotherhood known as the Illuminati – the most powerful underground organization in history – he also faces a deadly threat to the existence of the secret organization’s most despised enemy: the Catholic Church. When Langdon learns that the clock is ticking on an unstoppable Illuminati time bomb, he jets to Rome, where he joins forces with Vittoria Vetra, a beautiful and enigmatic Italian scientist. Embarking on a nonstop, action-packed hunt through sealed crypts, dangerous catacombs, deserted cathedrals, and even to the heart of the most secretive vault on earth, Langdon and Vetra will follow a 400-year-old trail of ancient symbols that mark the Vatican’s only hope for survival.

“I appreciate that people quite like the Angels & Demons Promos. I hope that they like the film too. When I read Angels & Demons, I was really engrossed by the idea of the Illuminati,” says Howard, “this four hundred year old secret society, said to include people like Galileo and Bernini. What happened to them?  Were they really crushed?  Did they really leave us? There are those who believe that the Illuminati have survived as an organization and are with us in secret today, influencing our everyday lives, government policy decisions, and corporate strategies.”

“What’s so great about a Robert Langdon adventure is that it stimulates so much curiosity and research,” Howard continues.  “You read the book or see the movie, then you go to the library or on the internet – you want to understand Bernini, Galileo, their relationships with the Vatican, with the art world, with science, and the mystery of the Illuminati.  Whether you believe it or not, it’s fascinating stuff, and in Dan Brown’s fertile imagination, it leads to a spellbinding set of clues and a great mystery.”

What terrifying discovery would make the Vatican turn to Robert Langdon, the man who cracked history’s most controversial code? An explosive international thriller, ANGELS & DEMONS careens from enlightening epiphanies to dark truths as the battle between science and religion turns to war…

Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) Films India Pvt. Ltd. is looking forward to the release of one of the most awaited films of the year by fans and critics alike, with lots of anticipation. SPE includes global operations; encompass motion picture production and distribution, television programming and syndication, home video acquisition and distribution, operation of studio facilities, development of new entertainment technologies and distribution of filmed entertainment in 67 countries worldwide.

lies the secret of

BLUE

It takes a maverick director to propose the most expensive film in Bollywood ever!

And its takes a gutsy producer to agree!

But to actually get the biggest cast together,

Combined with the finest international crew,

A prodigy music composer,

AND

An international sensation ….

Now that’s either sheer madness or sheer genius!

Dive deep into the ocean of this talented group and start an adventurous expedition to uncover the treasures hidden under the sea!

· Sanjay Dutt, Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif, Lara Dutta, Zayed Khan – what a casting coup! You know them well…

· In the deepest of the Blue, sway to the music of Acadamy Awards & Bafta winner A. R. Rahman. A musical wizard, who has made history itself, proud by entering its pages time and again.

· Rock to the energy of the international sensation Kylie Minogue who not only croons but moves with her enchanting persona. You won’t be able to get her out of your head!

· Let Pete Zuccarini, take you deep down to introduce you to the underwater heaven that is Blue – the man who has done breathtaking cinematography in Hollywood blockbusters like The Pirates of the Caribbean, Deja vu and more.

· Fight all your inhibitions with Action Director James Bumalick, of Indiana Jones fame, as his adrenaline pumping action sequences vanquish all your fears.

· Experience speed at its purest with George Peters, the ULTIMATE ARM operator who has added adrenaline to Hollywood hits like The Dark Knight, Polar Express, Superman is Back & Mr & Mrs Smith

· Explore the unique sounds of bubbles, lashing waves and the pure Blue surf with the Academy Award winner for Best Sound Mixing Resul Pookutty.

· Watch the stars turn into style icons by donning ensembles designed by the best in India – Manish Malhotra, Rina Dhaka, Rocky S, Narendra Kumar, Surily Goel and Naveen Shetty.

· Directed by Antony D’souza

This great Bollywood movie, produced by actor-turned-director Rakesh Roshan, is a remake of the Hollywood’s 1989 comedy, The Dream Team, and features an item number by Shahrukh Khan and Hrithik Roshan. Krazzy 4 introduces us to four extremely interesting characters. There is the angry Raja, played by Arshad Warsi, schizophrenic Gangadhar (Rajpal Yadav), Dr. Mukherjee (Irrfan Khan) and the cute Dabboo (Suresh Menon). They are all unique in their mental imbalances, and Dr. Sonali (Juhi Chawla) is treating all four of them.

While Raja has problems keeping his temper in check, Gangadhar is living in the past where he is busy fighting for the country’s freedom, not realizing that it has been achieved long back. Dr. Mukherjee, who is a perfect doctor that keeps himself tidy and prim, was stricken by obsessive-compulsive personality disorder. And there is the lovable, autistic Dabboo, who has not spoken for years and seems to be afraid all the time. Shikha (Dia Mirza), a television reporter who loves Raja, can’t seem to help bring him back to sanity. R K Sanyal (Rajat Kapoor), Dr. Sonali’s husband, gets annoyed with the four patients and attempts to get rid of them.

Watch how this story unfolds only on SET Asia, on Sunday, January 25 at 8 PM!

Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Bachchan begin rehearsals in Mumbai; ready to entertain their fans across the globe!

Mumbai, 26th May 2008: The Unforgettable Tour, a never seen before extravaganza of Indian Cinema magic, is being unveiled on 18 July 2008 in Toronto, and rehearsals for the tour have already begun in Mumbai. Taking time off from their busy schedule, the lead stars have already begun preparations for the elaborate song-n-dance-dialogue routines that will bring alive the most unforgettable moments in cinema.

The first leg of the tour spans 10 cities, traveling to exotic destinations like Los Angeles, San Francisco, Trinidad & Tobago, Houston, Atlantic City, New York, Vancouver, London and Amsterdam, the tour promises to be an out-of-the-world experience, an event that would leave Indian movie fans asking for more. The Unforgettable Tour’ will bring together, for the very first time, the first family of Indian cinema – the legendary Bachchans – Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan on one stage enthralling their global fans.

Speaking on the commencement of the tour, Abhishek Bachchan who is getting ready for the release of the much-awaited ‘Sarkar Raj’ said, “This tour surely promises to be an ‘unforgettable’ experience for Indian film aficionados across the globe. The report in one of the magazines about my beloved wife Aishwarya’s pregnancy is false. We are all geared up to perform and entertain our audiences. Aishwarya will be performing on some of her most popular numbers, including with Madhuri Dixit on the superhit “Dola Re” from Devdas. I am thrilled to be a part of this tour and am eagerly looking forward to performing “Kajra Re” with my family and some of India’s most sought after actors and friends Akshay, Madhuri, Preity and Riteish. We are all committed to ensuring the success of the concert tour. It definitely is an experience to look forward to.”

Preity Zinta, one of India’s leading actresses and current hot-favourite Riteish Deshmukh will be accompanying the Bachchans on this extravaganza. But the magic for Indian film afficionados only begins there. Indian Film Industry’s icons Akshay Kumar and Madhuri Dixit will be adding their charm to the trip as celebrity guest performers in specific cities. To add to this, the spectacular performances will be choreographed by India’s ace choreographer, Shiamak Davar, while music will be provided by the hot and happening music director duo, Vishal and Shekhar.

Wizcraft International Entertainment Pvt Ltd, the pioneer of many extravagant and mesmerizing events, has been instrumental in shaping the Unforgettable Tour.

Produced by Devgan Films and directed by Ajay Devgan, U, Me Aur Hum is a special love story of Ajay (Ajay Devgan) and Pia (Kajol). The first time Ajay saw Pia, she served him drinks. She affected him more than the alcohol, and he found true love. He was a leading psychiatrist, but she messed up his mind. The first time Pia saw Ajay, he had had too much to drink. She watched him make a fool of himself, and was relieved when he passed out. She was a woman who followed her heart, but despite his claims of true love, she had made up her mind. Thus began the story of Ajay and Pia.

This is the first time that the real life couple, Ajay Devgan and Kajol, would be acting together after their marriage.

U, Me Aur Hum music has been directed by talented Vishal Bhardwaj, The music is out now on Eros cassettes and CDs available online on www.erosentertainment.com.

U, Me Aur Hum will be in cinemas worldwide on 11th April 2008.

Film’s official website – http://umeaurhum.erosentertainment.com/

Notes to Editors
Producer – Devgan Films
Director – Ajay Devgan
Distributor – Eros International
Music Distributor – Eros International
Cast – Ajay Devgan, Kajol Devgan

Film’s official website – http://umeaurhum.erosentertainment.com/

Release date – 11th April 2008

Synopsis

“Oh, how we danced on the night we were wed
We vowed our true love though a word wasn’t said
The world was in bloom; there were stars in the skies
Except for the few that were there in your eyes.
The night seemed to fade into blossoming dawn
The sun shone anew but the dance lingered on
Could we but relive that sweet moment sublime
We’d find that our love is unaltered by time.”

- Lyrics to “The Anniversary Waltz,” composed by Dublin/Frankl

The first time Ajay saw Pia, she served him drinks. She affected him more than the alcohol, and he found true love. He was a leading psychiatrist, but she messed up his mind.

The first time Pia saw Ajay, he had too much to drink. She watched him make a fool of himself, and was relieved when he passed out. She was a woman who followed her heart, but despite his claims of true love, she had made up her mind.

Thus began the story of Ajay and Pia.

A love story, that begins at sea. Ajay is on a cruise with his friends. Ajay is having a wonderful time dealing with martial strife, lots of bad language and huge hangovers, when he finds Pia, and time stands still.

After a disastrous first meeting, Ajay tries everything to woo her. She’s not an easy catch at all, but finally, by sheer perseverance, he dances his way into her heart. Ajay and Pia marry each other against everyone’s advice.

They develop a strong and special bond. In each other, they find an anchor. But soon the tide goes against them. Weighted down by lies and deceit, their boat is rocked, and their relationship is on the verge of drowning.

As things get worse, Ajay and Pia realize that marriage is not a ritual or an end. It is a long, intricate, intimate dance together and nothing matters more than your own sense of balance and your choice of partner. And Ajay and Pia are used to dancing together.

So they battle all odds, and dance, and sometimes they fall. But every time they fall, they fall in love. And that’s what a successful marriage requires. Falling in love many times, always with the same person.

This is the special love story of Ajay and Pia.

Starring renowned comedians Arshad Warsi, Irfan Khan, Rajpal Yadav and Suresh Menon in lead roles, Krazzy 4 is a social satire with a soul. It’s a story about four most unlikely candidates becoming the torchbearers for humanity and goodness. Through a package of comedy and laughter, the Krazzy 4 teach us how we can all get together to make the world a better place. Krazzy 4 also stars Juhi Chawla and Dia Mirza and has a special appearance of Shah Rukh Khan, Hrithik Roshan and Rakhi Sawant.

Talking about the film, producer Rakesh Roshan commented:
“The idea for this story came to me almost eight to ten years ago – about four patients from a mental rehab let loose in a world that is not ready for them! After observing Jaideep Sen closely whilst making Koi…Mil Gaya and Krrish, I wanted to give him a break as an independent director and decided that he had the right sensibility and would not go over the top directing Krazzy 4.”

Director Jaideep Sen started his film career as an assistant director with Harry Baweja. He went on to assist Raj Kanwar for six films, worked as associate director with Sunny Deol on film “Dillagi” and joined Film Kraft in 2001 and worked closely with Rakesh Roshan on blockbusters Koi..Mil Gaya and Krrish. So impressed was Rakesh Roshan with Jaideep’s dedication and willingness to learn that he entrusted his next film Krazzy 4 into his capable hands.

Jaideep Sen commented: “As I embark on my journey as an independent feature film director with Krazzy 4, I hope I have lived up to the immense faith Mr Roshan has reposed in me. He is a man of such few words that when he doesn’t say anything, you have to assume that you have delivered a quality film that matches up to the formidable reputation of Filmkraft and the genius of Rakesh Roshan!”

Krazzy 4’s music has been directed by Rajesh Roshan. The film will be in cinemas worldwide on 11th April 2008. Official website of the film – http://krazzy4film.com/

Producer – Rakesh Roshan
Director – Jaideep Sen
Music Director – Rajesh Roshan
Distributor – Eros International
Cast – Ajay Devgan, Irfan Khan, Rajpal Yadav, Suresh Menon, Juhi Chawla and Dia Mirza. Special Appearance by Shah Rukh Khan, Hrithik Roshan and Rakhi Sawant

Film’s official website – http://krazzy4film.com/

Release date – 11th April 2008

Synopsis

It’s a mad, mad, mad world out there
Someone’s nutty about money …
Someone’s deranged by power…
Someone’s cracked with stress…
Someone’s unhinged by overwork…
Someone’s insanely in love….
It’s a mad, mad, mad world out there
And everybody’s worried they’re going bananas….
Except the Krazzy 4
Because they know they’re already Krazzy!
Raja’s anger knows no bounds, he’ll hit out at the slightest provocation or even without.
Intermittent explosive disorder is what the doctors call it. ‘Sarphira’ (crazy), is what everybody else does!
Dr Mukherjee is your perfect doc – clean and orderly, not a pin out of place. So what’s wrong with that? Obsessive compulsive personality disorder, that’s what.
Schizophrenic Gangadhar lives in the past…his mates are Nehru and Gandhi, Tilak and Patel! He’s so busy fighting for swaraj and freedom; he’s lost his sanity!
Cute Dabboo is everybody’s pet. So what if he hasn’t spoken for years? So what if he’s frightened all the time? So what if he’s autistic?
Dr Sonali treats them all. She has faith that all it needs is a little time and lots of patience to make them normal…to make them part of the mad, mad, mad world out there…

But are the Krazzy 4 ready for the world?
And is the world ready for them?
Watch out! The Krazzy 4 are coming your way!!

And yes…If you think they r crazy, think again!

Cast / Character Sketches

Juhi Chawla is Dr Sonali. As a psychiatric she knows what’s wrong with her patients; as a sensitive woman she firmly believes that if you really want to make them well, you should treat them with your heart, not just your mind.

Arshad Warsi is Raja. Truly the angry young man! His blood boils, his fists clench and he’s ready to beat the daylights out of anyone who upsets him in some way.

Irrfan Khan is Dr Mukherjee. He has decided that he’s the Captain of the team! But so obsessed is he by the need to be in control of a situation, he doesn’t realise he’s totally lost control of himself and his mind.

Rajpal Yadav is Gangadhar. He’s marching to a beat only he can hear; he’s fighting for a cause that’s long over. But in his muddled mind he’s still fighting for Swaraj; still hobnobbing with the likes of Nehru and Mahatma Gandhi.

Suresh Menon is Dabboo. Cute and adorable, he’s everybody’s pet and however far gone the rest may be, when it comes to Dabboo, everybody’s super protective. Even if he can hear and understand, Dabboo refuses to speak. And nobody knows why!

Dia Mirza is Shikha. As a TV reporter she controls the news on the channel, but as a woman she’s unable to control the unruly and unmanageable rage of Raja – the man she loves.

Rajat Kapur is Industrialist R K Sanyal, who’s also Dr Sonali’s husband. But in his quest for power and money he takes a step that will have alarming consequences for his wife and her patients – the krazzy 4!

Zaakir Hussain is Srivastav. He is so neck deep in illegal activities that now he’ll stoop to anything – even kidnapping and murder – to keep him ahead.

In a separate deal Eros has also acquired global distribution rights of three forthcoming releases of Mukta Arts which include Bombay 2 Bangkok directed by Nagesh Kukunoor, Yuvraaj starring Salmaan Khan and Katrina Kaif and Black & White both directed by veteran showman Subhash Ghai.

Commenting on the development, Sunil Lulla, President India for Eros said, “We are excited about tying up with one of the leading veterans in the industry like Subhash Ghai. With this tie-up, we continue to focus on our strategic priorities that include presenting quality film content to discerning audiences. We are looking forward to leveraging Eros’ global distribution in releasing this bouquet of prestigious releases by Mukta Arts”.

“Mukta Arts and Eros enjoy a special relationship and through this tie-up for our films, we are confident of reaching out to a wider number of audiences worldwide through their excellent distribution infrastructure. We have had a great past track record with Eros with super hits going back a long way like Ram Lakhan, Khalnayak, Pardes and Taal”, added Subhash Ghai.

Bombay 2 Bangkok, a breezy cross-cultural story directed by the talented Nagesh Kukunoor stars Shreyas Talpade and Thai actress Lena Christensen in lead roles along with a special appearance by Naseeruddin Shah. With Yuvraaj and Black & White, showman Subhash Ghai dons the director’s hat again. While Yuvraaj, a musical extravaganza has Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif in lead roles, Black & White; a social thriller will showcase two new comers Anurag Sinha and Aditi Sharma along with Anil Kapoor as the protagonist.

Times OOH, a leading player in the Indian out-of-home (OOH) media sector just unveiled a new brand identity from Times OOH Media to Times OOH. The need for a new visual identity emerges from vision for an aggressive growth trajectory being charted out by the Management. Times OOH is a trademark of Times Innovative Media Ltd. (TIML), which is a 100% Subsidiary of Entertainment Network India Ltd. (Times Group), listed on BSE/ NSE. Times OOH has been in the forefront of introducing new technology and innovation in the digital OOH space.

Recognizing the strong long term potential of the Out of Home media business and the attendant capital requirements, the Board of Directors of TIM recently approved raising capital up to Rs. 500 crore. With infrastructure development driving site addition and organized participation bringing in investments, the Indian outdoor advertising space is expected to grow 17% CAGR over 2006-11 to Rs. 21 bn. While contribution of outdoor advertising (6%) to the ad pie is higher in India vis-àvis the global average of 5.3%, the potential is still largely untapped. Factors like fragmentation, unorganized participation and poor quality of advertising sites had restricted players’ ability to market and thereby invest further.

In an environment when out-of-home sites in India were predominantly owned or operated by small, local players and are typically, directly marketed by them to advertisers and advertising agencies, Times OOH stands out as a marked contrast. Its success stems from its ability to provide geographic flexibility of the highest order to the advertiser. Coupled with innovations that allow this medium to be used for mass segments as well as niche segments, Times OOH managed to bring to life OOH advertising’s inherent benefits of freshness, freedom and scale.

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Mumbai, November 14, 2007 : NDTV Imagine Ltd. today announced the launch of its Hindi general entertainment channel. With an engrossing line-up of fresh and distinctive programming, the channel, also christened NDTV Imagine will go on air in January 2008 and is targeted at the entire television viewing audiences, from 6 to 60 across all demographics.

With the launch of the new channel, NDTV Imagine makes a promise to Entertain and Delight audiences with show concepts that are absolutely fresh. The channel will offer programming across genres, ranging from light-hearted family soaps to period dramas and from high voltage music and dance entertainers to the most glamorous events in the entertainment business.

NDTV Imagine is spearheaded by Sameer Nair, a seasoned media professional with over 20 years of experience in the media and entertainment industry. The management team is further strengthened by experienced professionals from the media business, which include Shailja Kejriwal, EVP- Content; Harsh Rohatgi, EVP- Revenue Management and New Ventures; Manoj Vidwans, EVP- Marketing, Research and Communication; Gaurav Gandhi, EVP- Business Operations and Ancillary Revenues and Kuljeet Singh, EVP – Broadcast Services and Facilities. The multi-faceted film director Karan Johar is a creative consultant and brand ambassador to this initiative.

Mr. Sameer Nair, CEO , said, “In this competitive environment, the launch of NDTV Imagine heralds the return of the GEC, the return of family entertainment for the Entire family… bringing fresh ideas and concepts into Indian living rooms and once again, bringing the entire family together to watch television. ”

Commenting on the launch of NDTV Imagine, Dr. Prannoy Roy, Chairman, NDTV said, “This is a proud moment for us at the NDTV Group. The launch of this new channel is our next big leap towards our stated objective of becoming a global media power house. I believe that Sameer and his team will deliver on the promise and the programming.

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Opera House

Tickets 0870 401 9000

In Person : The Palace Theatre, Oxford Street, Manchester, M1 6FT (Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, 6pm non-performance days)

Online : www.palaceandoperahouse.org.uk and www.ticketmaster.co.uk

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CARDIFF
St David’s Hall Neuadd Dewi Sant

FRI 9th NOV ‘07 at 7.30pm

SAT 10th NOV ‘07 at 2.30pm & 7.30pm

£22.00, £26.00, £29.50, £32.50 & £36.50

Tickets: 029 2087 8444 www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk

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BRADFORD
St George’s Concert Hall

TUES 13th-WED 14th NOV ‘07 at 7.30pm

Tickets: £19.50, £23.50, £27.50 (booking fees apply)

Box Office: 01274 432000 w.bradford-theatres.co.uk

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ABERDEEN
HIS MAJESTY’S THEATRE

Friday 16th November 2007 at 7.30pm

Saturday 17th November 2007 2.30pm and 7.30pm

ABERDEEN BOX OFFICE, HMT, Rosemount Viaduct and

The MUSIC HALL, Union Street, Aberdeen Tel: 01224 641122

Open 9.30am – 6pm Monday to Saturday

www.boxofficeaberdeen.com

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GLASGOW
SECC Clyde Audiotorium

SUN 18TH – MON 19th NOV ‘07

Box office 0870 040 4000

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BIRMINGHAM
Alexandra Theatre Birmingham

WED 21st-FRI 23rd NOV ‘07 at 7.30pm

SAT 24th NOV ‘07 at 2.30pm SUN 25th NOV ‘07 at 7.30pm

Booking Information

BY PHONE: Ticketmaster 0870 607 7535 – 24hr booking hotline

IN PERSON: Call in at the Box Office Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm (8.00pm on event nights)

GROUPS: Groups 10+ 0800 587 5007 (Monday-Friday 10am-6pm)

BUY ONLINE: www. AlexandraTheatre.org.uk

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CAMBRIDGE
The Cambridge Corn Exchange

Tues 27th – Thur 29th NOV ‘07 at 7.30PM

Concessions: Senior Citizens, under 16s: £3.00 Off Groups 10+: 10% off, Groups 20+: 20% off

Box Office: 01223 357851 / www.cornex.co.uk

Tickets: £32.50, £28.00, £23.50

Only one concession per ticket

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LONDON
Royal Albert Hall

WED 12th DEC ‘07

Booking Information

BY PHONE: Box Office 020 7589 3203 – 24hr booking hotline

IN PERSON: Call in at the Box Office Monday-Sunday ( 9am – 9pm )

BUY ONLINE: www.royalalberthall.com

Booking fee applies

‘Freedom Fashions’

- Freedom Fashion will set a revolution in the Kidswear retail history -

Mumbai, October 18, 2007: Gini & Jony, India’s first & leading kids wear brand with its footprints across the country today introduced an unique clothing concept ‘Freedom Fashion’ for the first time in India. Called as ‘Freedom Fashions’, the unique concept will offer a complete wardrobe solutions to kids. The concept was launched by Indian cinema’s most adorable actor, Arshad Warsi.

Freedom Fashions will offer some of world’s leading brands of kids’ apparels and accessories – United Colors of Benetton, Levi’s Sykes Junior, Reebok Juniors, me & moms, Portico, Gini & Jony and more. For the first time ever in Indian kid’s retail industry, Freedom Fashion will have India’s most premium hairstyling salon ‘Juice Hair’ exclusively for kids offering them hair styling at the store.

Freedom Fashions is not only about kid’s apparels or accessories, the store will also offer a whole gamut of value-added services specially designed to meet today’s parenting needs. With this concept Gini & Jony will introduce yet another first to the Kids retail industry. Freedom Fashions will offer never before concepts such as designer collections for kids – Gini and Jony has recently joined hands with renowned designer ROCKY S to design kids’ line for them. Gini & Jony has also joined hands with Achla Sachdev, renowned fashion diva and celebrity stylish as Fashion & Style Coach. Achla will offer fashion and grooming tips for kids. Achla has over 16 years of experience in fashion and style. She will ensure her personal attention at all Freedom Fashions stores across India. The store will also have cosmetics and toiletries for kids, bargain counters and more, thus offering a truly world class shopping experience for its customers.

Speaking on the launch of Freedom Fashions Mr. Prakash Lakhani, Managing Director Gini & Jony Ltd said “The brand Gini & Jony right from its inception in 1980’s had a very international touch. The brand has revolutionized the kid’s apparel market in India. Gini & Jony today is the leader in the organized kids fashion retail. Keeping the trend of offering something unique to our consumers we are today is proud to introduce this unique concept to Indian consumers.”

Speaking on the occasion Achla Sachdev – Fashion & Style Coach – GINI & JONY said “I am really excited about this. I love kids and to join hands with a brand like GINI & JONY which is leading India’s leading Kids apparel is a pleasure. I believe in style and fashion is part of our life. We all start young; today’s kids are much aware and updated about fashion and clothing. The trend has tremendously changed over few years; today kids themselves decide what they want to wear.”

Speaking further Mr. Lakhani added, “This expansion in capacity is in line with our aim of consolidating our position as the premium kids and teens lifestyle brand from India that not only caters to the Indian audience but has managed to make a mark in kids fashion internationally.”

Gini & Jony has been honored with coveted Images Fashion Awards, CMAI’s Apex Awards and also from Shoppers Stop, Pantaloons and Inside Fashion year after year for the most popular and innovative kids wear Brands.

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Shahid Kapoor flew down to Ahmedabad (in Gujarat) on Wednesday and attended three big ‘dandiya’ events (as this is the auspicious Navratri month) where he was the stellar attraction. He danced to traditional ‘garba’ music and even to the hit tracks ‘Mauja Hi Mauja’ and ‘Nagada’ from JAB WE MET.

Needless to add, the crowd went berserk on seeing him and couldn’t have enough of mobbing the star for his autograph and pictures.

London, 17th October 2007 – Eros International, the leading integrated company within the Indian media & entertainment sector announced the acquisition of the international rights of Rakesh Roshan’s Krazzy 4 produced by Film Kraft Productions and directed by Jaideep Sen. Krazzy 4 stars Juhi Chawla, Dia Mirza, Arshad Warsi, Irrfan Khan, Rajpal Yadav and Suresh Menon.

Krazzy 4 is a comedy with a social message and is a wholesome commercial entertainer, which will appeal to every section of audiences. The film is based around the four characters played by Arshad Warsi, Irrfan Khan, Suresh Menon and Rajpal Yadav who form the crazy foursome with key supporting roles by Juhi Chawla and Dia Mirza.

Following tradition of all Rakesh Roshan films, Krazzy 4, currently under production, also begins with the letter K and will have music by Rajesh Roshan.

Producer, director, actor Rakesh Roshan started his career as an actor in the 1970s and has acted in over 70 films. He then set up his own production company Filmkraft and has been producing and directing very successful Hindi movies since 1980 inlcuding Khudgarz, Kishen Kanhaiya, Karan Arjun etc. He launched his son Hrithik Roshan’s career as an actor with Kaho Naa…Pyar Hai which entered the Limca Book of Records for the most number of Awards won by a Bollywood Film. He directed his son once again in the science fiction film Koi…Mil Gaya and its sequel, the super hero film Krrish both of which have been very successful at the box office. The maverick director donnes the producer’s hat once again with Krazzy 4.

Hailing from an academic background, Rabbi had to rebel, runaway and do all sorts stunts to convince them on letting him pursue his passion. “You had to have an MA just to sit at our dining table!” says Rabbi. Inspired at an early age by the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Waddali Bandhu, Shiv Batalvi, Lata Mangeshkar and many western singers like Bono and Bob Dylan, Rabbi always tried ways to blend western music and spirituality.

His first album ‘Bulla ki jaana mein kaun…’ remained a number one for 18-19 weeks, in the past few years no other song had been on top of the charts for so long. When asked about his admirers Mr. Amitabh Bachchan, Rabbi humbly says, “I don’t know whether he is my admirer or not. But whenever he met me, he praised me. At one particular party, he met me very enthusiastically and said that he keeps listening to my songs in his car.”

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The ticket sales for Indian productions are rising fastest outside India, even as its increasingly wealthy middle class heads to the box office at home for more unconventional fare, the magazine notes in its September 10 issue citing PricewaterhouseCoopers projections.

And as the muscle of new media titans like Ronnie Screwvala increases, it won’t be long before they truly become household names, in India and beyond, the US weekly says comparing him to Jack Warner, the man who began the transformation of parochial US cinema into its modern global form.

Known by Hollywood insiders for producing the ‘The Namesake’, the groundbreaking hit about Indian immigrants, and for co-producing a Chris Rock comedy (’I Think I Love My Wife’), now Screwvala is co-producing ‘The Happening’, a new sci-fi thriller starring Mark Wahlberg and directed by M Night Shyamalan (’The Sixth Sense’) that seems destined to vault him into the big leagues.

With a budget of $57 million, it will cost as much as 10 Indian blockbusters, setting a new bar for Bollywood.

“Our ambition is to be a global Indian entertainment company, there’s no reason we can’t make big-budget Hollywood movies, too,” Screwvala told Newsweek International.

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While directors of Dutt’s yet-to-be-released films are hoping that the seven-day bail will be extended for good, his actor colleagues can’t stop praying.

Said Shah Rukh Khan, “We are happy, and as always, I will pray for the fact that this whole thing that has happened around him keeping justice and jurisdiction in mind. I hope everything else is sorted out for the best.”

Filmmaker Karan Johar recalled with nostalgia his emotional bond with Dutt. “Speaking about Sanju, I always speak emotionally because that’s the only way I can feel about the situation right now. He has been a member of our family . My father has known him very closely for many years and he is and will always remain our sanju baba. I am ecstatic and there is a huge sense of relief,” he said.

Actor Diya Mirza who has acted with Dutt in Lage Raho Munnabhai said she wished the best for the actor. “I am relieved as well and I do hope that this relief remains constant in his life. I do wish him well and hope fpr the best for him,” she said.

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Mumbai, August 16, 2007: The stars of Heyy Babyy may have returned from shooting the latest production from the stable of Sajid Nadiawala in Sydney, but they just can’t stop talking about the gorgeous destination. The darlings of the big screen Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan, Riteish Deshmukh & Fardeen Khan spent 5 1/2 weeks in Sydney, Australia’s biggest and most cosmopolitan city, and are completely in love with it. They have confessed to having had a marvelous time in Sydney – a city surrounded by national parks and a coastline of sparkling beaches combined with a busy nightlife bustling with cool bars and clubs.

Siew Hoon Tan, Regional Director, South Asia from Tourism New South Wales said, “Working with Sajid Nadiawala and his production team has provided a range of economic benefits to the state of New South Wales across film, tourism, education and business. The Heyy Babyy film will showcase the many attractive lifestyle attributes on offer in Sydney and we are confident the film will attract many more Indian tourists to travel to Sydney and experience the excitement of the city firsthand.”

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The special Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) Court having already sentenced 87 of the 100 convicts and it will now take up the sentencing of the remaining bomb planters, the four members of the the family of absconding prime accused Tiger Memon as well as Dutt and three others who are convicted under the Arms Act.

Asking Dutt to be present in the court on July 27, Special TADA Judge Pramod Kode said he would take up the sentencing of the remaining bomb planters and the four members of the Memon family before that.

“We will continue the sentencing of the Mahim Causeway group (of those who planted explosives in that suburb) on Tuesday and then take up the sentencing of the remaining convicts,” he said.

Dutt, convicted under the Arms Act, has pleaded for relief under the Probation of Offenders Act.

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Delhi witnessed a Cornucopia of music and Dance along with Neha Dhupia

Zenith, the dance troupe, that mesmerized the world for over 8 years now and has more than 3000 shows to their credit in India and abroad, attained yet another mile stone. Yet another step towards peak with its breathtaking and stunning performance “Danceiz’ere” at Sirifort Auditorium recently to jam packed hall in presence of Chief Guest Dipender Pathak- Joint Commissioner Delhi Police.

The entire show was choreographed by Sooraj Katoch, who also led the breathtaking demonstration of creativity, vigor and versatility. The evening started with performance by tiny tots dance wizards of academy with their mentors and went on to enchant audience with “Swing and groove to Rock N Roll & Jazz performances” by senior students of academy.

While horror show enthralled viewers, spirit of street life brought alive in a dance performance by street children trained at Zenith Institute. Among all this, how could Bollywood be left behind, Zenith dancers displayed various moods of Bollywood right form Mughal-E- Azam’s ‘Pyar kiya To Dar Na Kya’ to Latest ‘Devdas’ song ‘Maar Dala’ and ‘Mere Haat Mein Tera Haat Ho’ from ‘Fanah’, Tu Hi Re from Bombay etc.

Bollywood actress Neha Dhupia arrived all along from Mumbai to wish the young dancers of Zenith for their achievements. She said performances are simply beyond the expression. She presented the mementos to the best performers. Even I am very found of dance, my favorite dance No. is Dhoom again from Dhoom2.

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The Hassan family is a close-knit, middle class family consisting of the father Hadi, mother Naila, eldest daughter Aafrein, sisters Tamreen and Nasreen, and a brother Yasir. The story begins when Hadi is forced into early retirement, leaving Aafrein to struggle for a job. She, being an ideal daughter, takes the responsibility of the entire family’s fortune.

Kabir Khan is the son of Shahnawaz and Zarin. He has two younger brothers, Aazaan and Mazar and a sister Naaz. Aazaan loves and respects Kabir and the two brothers share a unique bond. Aazaan, the pampered son of the family, is pursuing a law degree in London. He has a westernized lifestyle and believes in enjoying life, which is extremely opposite to Kabir’s nature.

Kabir and Aafrein fall in love and get married. Aazaan does not like Aafrein because of some misunderstanding caused by Nadira bua, but he accepts her in the family because he feels that Kabir is truly in love with her. Suddenly Kabir meets with an accident and dies. Aafrein is pregnant and the family business is at stake. Aazaan has to leave school to join the family business and eventually Aafrein marries to him.

As years go by, Aafrein comes across the fact that Kabir was murdered and there is family member involved in it. The family’s much-protected secret comes out… Don’t miss all the drama on Khwaish, Monday through Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm EDT, starting July 16th, only on SET Asia!

Inspired by real-life incidents and experiences of the homeless, directors Bilgrami and Das personally met with homeless Indians in New York City to get a better perspective on the issues. At a recent press screening at the Laugh Factory in New York City, Das said: “Some of the incidents that homeless people have experienced in real life are even more disturbing and horrendous than what we have shown in the film.” Hyder added, “The bitterness and trauma they experience often results in drug abuse and mental illness.”

The lead actors of the film, Sanjay Malhotra and Liyakat Khan, also shared their experience while filming Chath. Both of them attributed their decision to act in the film to the realistic nature and subject matter of the film. Malhotra stated: “It is a great opportunity to act in a realistic film that explores a hidden part of society that most of us pretend does not exist.”

Produced by Magnapex Media and Entertainment, the film is scheduled for additional screenings in other parts of the US and wide distribution in India later in the year. A direct to DVD release is also planned for later in the year. Chath was premiered at the Bollywood International Film Festival as well as the Cape Town and South Asian International Film Festival in New Jersey.

The Family Fun Afternoon Movie Festival will air Monday through Friday afternoons at 12:00 noon from July 9th to July 20th. Come in from the heat, relax with your family and take a look at the light side of families and relationships. Featured in the afternoon family festival are, listed in airing order: Trishul, Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam, Chal Mere Bhai, Swarg, Waqt – The Race Against Time, Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai, Beta, Masti, Satte Pe Satte, and Aamdani Atthani Kharcha Rupaiya.

This month, don’t miss four fantastic movie premieres on the SET Max channel! For the first time ever, SET Max viewers will be able to see Apna Sapna Money Money, premiering on Saturday, July 14th at 8pm EDT, Lage Raho Munnabhai, premiering on Sunday, July 15th at 12pm EDT, Kudiyon Ka Hai Zamana, premiering Saturday, July 21st at 8pm EDT, and Anwar premiering Saturday, July 28th at 8pm.

This July, spend time with your family by relaxing in your living room with the Bollywood hits on SET Max!

Again he is on fire with his latest album ‘Kaun Nachdi’ which is released on Tips recently. These days the culture of remix is breezing around in the world of music especially for youth.

Even in this Jazzy B’s new album ‘Kaun Nachdi’, one single song has been remixed in special & different styles to enthrall the The man behind the beautiful compositions of ‘Kaun Nachdi’ is music director Ravi Bal and lyrics by Pinda Dhaliwal.

The song ‘Kaun Nachdi’ has remixed in five forms. Album starts with song ‘Kuan Nachdi’ Urbano Logy Mix and continues with Street Logy Mix, Sada Desi Mix, Sada Kar Mix and Jazzy Bounce Mix etc.

One can enjoy all the remixes with out any tediousness because there is no monotony in any form of the remix. Each remix is exclusive since audience are bound to swing and will enjoy their party time for sure.

So, let’s get a CD of worth Rs. 125/- to rock the party which is exclusively available on Tips Music.

WHEN/WHERE:13.00-13.15, WEDNESDAY 6th JUNE, KING’S CROSS STATION, LONDON

The cast and crew members of the forthcoming film, The Train, including stars Emraan Hashmi Geeta Basra and Sayali Bhagat, will unveil a specially commissioned IIFA image on a GNER train, taking the stars of IIFA to Yorkshire, on Wednesday 6th June.

The train unveiling ceremony will take place between 13.00 and 13.15. It will be hosted by Jonathan Metcalfe, Chief Executive of GNER, and Judith Donovan CBE, Chairman of Yorkshire Tourist Board.

Please note that all media attending this event must arrive by 12.15 at GNER reception, Platform 8, King’s Cross station, to sign-in and receive a safety briefing.

In the run-up to the IIFA (International Indian Film Academy) Weekend from 7th –10th June 2007, that will bring 600 luminaries and the accompanying glamour, action and excitement of the Indian film industry, to the host region of Yorkshire, over 100 IIFA celebrities will travel on GNER’s high speed train services to Yorkshire, including some of the biggest names in Indian cinema.

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Cannes, May 28, 2007: India scores an ace at the recently concluded Cannes Film Festival. Palador, has acquired the extra-special “60th anniversary prize” winner film “Paranoid Park”. The movie by Cannes Golden Palm and Best Director winner (Elephant) and Oscar Nominated (Good Will Hunting) director Gus Van Sant, had a special screening in the festival this year. The last time a special prize was given at Cannes was to Satyajit Ray for ‘Pather Panchali’ in 1972.

‘Paranoid Park’ would be released world wide in September. Palador has also lined up plans to release the film simultaneously in India. This will be a landmark event for the country, as no Cannes winner has ever seen a simultaneous release in India.

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Sony Entertainment Television Asia Signs Exclusive Deal for the Bollywood Movie Awards (New York)

Vivek Oberoi, Soha Ali Khan, Kangana Ranaut, Mona Singh to Perform For The First Time in the U.S.

New York, March 11, 2007 – Sony Entertainment Television Asia (SET Asia) has signed an exclusive deal for the Bollywood Movie Awards to be held on May 26th, 2007 at the Nassau Coliseum, New York. The Awards Ceremony will also be aired on the channel internationally at a later date. The Bollywood Awards will be telecast in the following regions: U.S.A., Canada, Mexico, Panama South East Asia, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Caribbean, Trinidad, Guyana, Suriname, Jamaica, U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Thomas, St. Martin, Aruba, U.K., Europe, South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria, Fiji, Mauritius, Maldives, Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Japan, Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Bahrain, Australia and New Zealand.

The Bollywood Movie Awards will be a glitzy and glittering event which will celebrate Indian cinema in all its glory and has an emphasis on movies that have had a strong impact on the International South Asian community. The event has attracted many Bollywood and International celebrities alike. Past attendees have included Michael Jackson, Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai, Akshay Kumar, Salman Khan, Richard Gere, Sharon Stone – to name but a diverse few.

This year the event will be hosted by Sony Entertainment Television Asia star, Mona Singh, who rose to fame for her role in Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin, the South Asian version of popular American comedy Ugly Betty. The celebrities slated to perform at this year’s magnum opus include Bipasha Basu, Arjun Rampal, Vivek Oberoi, Urmilla Matondkar, Soha Ali Khan, Neha Dhupia, Kangana Ranaut, UK’s Raghav, Pakistan’s top actress and singer Shahida Mini, Caribbean Singer Ricki Ramdehal and Pakistan’s popular singer –Waris Beg.

Other stars confirmed to attend are Danny Glover, Phylicia Rashad of The Cosby Show, Anupam Kher, Kirron Kher, Upen Patel, Lage Raho Munnabhai Director, Raj Kumar Hirani, Anuj Saxena and many others.

Rajan Singh, Executive Vice President for International Business commented, “We are proud to be associated with such a prestigious event outside of India. It’s also very exciting that the channel will be airing an International Bollywood event across the world on the India and International feed for the channel. The event is sure to be a success and will make a sensational programme for around 1 billion SET Asia viewers across the world.”

Kamal Dandona, Chairman and CEO of the Bollywood Group said, “Indian cinema has gone from strength to strength in the International market. This event celebrates the success of movies and Bollywood stars that the South Asian community love so much. What’s more? With the broadcast of the show on Sony Entertainment Television Asia, the rest of the world will be able to enjoy amazing performances and all in all an incredible evening.”

This year’s nominations celebrate the biggest movies in Indian Cinema for 2006. Films such as Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, Rang De Basanti, Dhoom 2 and Lage Raho Munnabhai have had phenomenal global success as well as being extremely popular in India.

The performers, film-makers and technicians who have received the top five rankings have now been declared for the nominations for the Bollywood Movie Awards 2007 to be held on Saturday, May 26th, 2007 at the Nassau Coliseum, New York, where the winners will be declared. The Bollywood Movie Awards were instituted with a vision that the people of Indian origin, living outside of the South Asian subcontinent retain a warm and vibrant link with their motherland through the medium of movies.

Mr. Kamal Dandona, Chairman of the Bollywood Group of Companies, through this event, envisages building a further bridge for cultural exchange to eliminate the geographical barriers and boundaries via media, events, and entertainment. He said, “This year, I am particularly impressed with the diverse genres and treatments of the nominated films. Indian cinema is evolving and manifesting itself at great speed, continuously advancing the standards film-makers and artists must hold themselves to. It is perhaps one of the most exciting times to be a Bollywood movie-buff.”

The Bollywood Movie Awards 2007 will take place on Saturday, May 26th, 2007 at the Nassau Coliseum, New York and will feature performances by not by just a handful of stars, but a galaxy of them. The celebrities slated to perform at this year’s magnum opus include Bipasha Basu, Arjun Rampal, Vivek Oberoi, Urmilla Matondkar, Soha Ali Khan, Neha Dhupia, Kangana Ranaut. Mona Singh (“Jassi Jaise Koi Nahi” and winner of “Jhalak Dikhlaja”), UK’s Raghav, Pakistan’s top actress and singer Shahida Mini, Caribbean Singer Ricki Ramdehal and Pakistan’s popular singer –Waris Beg.

Other stars confirmed to attend are Danny Glover, Mira Nair, Phylicia Rashad of The Cosby Show, Anupam Kher, Kirron Kher, Upen Patel, Lage Raho Munnabhai Director, Raj Kumar Hirani, Anuj Saxena and many others. State Farm Insurance will be one of the official sponsors of the Awards ceremony.

Nominees:

Best Film

Dhoom 2 (Aditya Chopra)

Lage Raho Munnabhai (Vidhu Vinod Chopra)

Omkara (Kumar Mangat)

Rang De Basanti (Ronnie Screwvala, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra)
Kabhi Alvida Na Kehnaa (Karan Johar)

Best Director

Rakesh Roshan (Krrish)

Karan Johar (Kabhi Alvida Na Kehnaa)

Rajkumar Hirani (Lage Raho Munnabhai)

Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra (Rang De Basanti)

Vishal Bharadwaj (Omkara)

Best Actor

Aamir Khan (Rang De Basanti)

Ajay Devgan (Omkara)

Hrithik Roshan (Dhoom 2)

Sanjay Dutt (Lage Raho Munnabhai)

Shah Rukh Khan (Kabhi Alvida Na Kehnaa)

Best Actress

Aishwarya Rai (Dhoom 2)

Bipasha Basu (Corporate)

Kajol (Fanaa)

Kareena Kapoor (Omkara)

Rani Mukerjee (Kabhi Alvida Na Kehnaa)

Best Actor in A Supporting Role (Male)

Abhishek Bachchan (Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna)

Arshad Warsi (Lage Raho Munnabhai)

Kunal Kapoor (Rang De Basanti)

John Abraham (Baabul)

Vivek Oberoi (Omkara)

Best Actor In A Supporting Role (Female)

Kirron Kher (Rang De Basanti)

Konkona Sen Sharma (Omkara)

Preity Zinta (Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna)

Soha Ali Khan (Rang De Basanti)

Ameesha Patel (Ankahee)

Best Actor In A Negative Role (Male/Female)

Aamir Khan (Fanaa)

Esha Deol (Ankahee)

Saif Ali Khan (Omkara)

Shah Rukh Khan (Don)

Shiney Ahuja (Gangster)

Best Actor In A Comic Role (Male/Female)

Chunky Panday (Apna Sapna Money Money)

Anupam Kher (Khosla Ka Ghosla)

Arshad Warsi (Lage Raho Munnabhai)

Tushaar Kapoor (Golmaal)

Uday Chopra (Dhoom2)

Best Music Director

Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy)

Rang De Basanti (AR Rahman)

Omkara (Vishal Bharadwaj)

Dhoom 2 (Pritam)

Pyar Ke Side Effects (Pritam)

Best Playback Singer (Male)

KK (Tu Hi Meri Shab Hai – Gangster)

Shaan (Chand Sifarish – Fanaa)

Sonu Nigam (Kabhi Alvida Na Kehnaa – Kabhi Alvida Na Kehnaa)

Sukhwinder Singh (Omkara – Omkara)

Himesh Reshimiya (Jhalak Dikhalaja – Aksar)

Best Playback Singer (Female)

Alka Yagnik (Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna – Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna)

Rekha Bharadwaj (Namak Ishq – Omkara)

Madhushree (Tu Bin Bataye – Rang De Basanti)

Sunidhi Chauhan (Beedi Jalai Le – Omkara)

Shreya Ghosal(Pal Pal – Lage Raho Munnabhai)

Best Lyrics

Gulzar (Beedi Jalayale – Omkara)

Javed Akhtar (Mitwa – Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna)

Prasoon Joshi (Subhanallah – Fanaa)

Swanand Kirkire (Bande Mein Tha Dum – Lage Raho Munnabhai)

Prasoon Joshi (Rubaroo – Rang De Basanti)

Best Story

Dhoom 2 (Vijay Krishna Acharya)

Lage Raho Munnabhai (Rajkumar Hirani / Abhijit Joshi)

Rang De Basanti (Kamlesh Pandey)

Fanaah (Shibani Bathija)

Karan Johar (Kabhi Alvida Na Kehnaa)

Best Screenplay

Lage Raho Munnabhai (Rajkumar Hirani, Abhijit Joshi)

Pyaar Ke Side/Effects (Saket Choudhary)

Rang De Basanti (Rensil D’Silva, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra)

Robin Bhatt & Honey Irani (Krrish)

Karan Johar (Kabhi Alvida Na Kehnaa)

Best Dialogue

Fanaa (Kunal Kohli)

Lage Raho Munnabhai (Rajkumar Hirani)

Omkara (Vishal Bharadwaj)

Rang De Basanti (Prasoon Joshi, Rensil D’Silva)

Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna (Niranjan Iyengar)

Best Editing

Lage Raho Munnabhai (Rajkumar Hirani)

Rang De Basanti (PS Bharathi)

Amitabh Shukla (Krrish)

V. N. Mayekar (Vivah)

Rameshwar S. Bhagat (Dhoom 2)

Best Sound

Don (Andrew Belletty)

Krrish (Jitendra Choudhary)

Omkara (K J Singh)

Rang De Basanti (Nakul Kamte)

Dhoom 2 (Dwarak Warrier)

Best Cinematography

K. U. Mohanan (aka Mohanan) (Don)

Binod Pradhan (Rang De Basanti)

Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (Anil Mehta)

Omkara (Tassaduq Hussain)

Dhoom (Vikas Sivaraman & Nirav Shah )

Best Art Direction

Don (Aradhana Sheth)

Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna (Sharmistha Roy)

Omkara (Samir Chanda)

Rang De Basanti (Samir Chanda)

Omung Bhandula (Corporate)

Best Choreography

Shiamak Davar (Dhoom – Dhoom 2)

Farah Khan (Where’s The Party Tonight – Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna)

Ganesh Acharya (Beedi Jalayale – Omkara)

Ganesha Acharya (Masti Ki Pathshala – Rang De Basanti)

Ahmed Khan (Aashiqui Mein Teri – 36 China Town)

Best Debut- Male

Siddharth (Rang De Basanti)

Upen Patel (36 China Town)

Vinod Sherawat (Gafla)

Rehaan Khan (Jaana –Let’s fall in love)

Amarjit (Iqraar – By Chance)

Best Debut – Female

Kangana Ranaut (Gangster)

Onjolie Nair (Holiday)

Alice Patten (Rang De Basanti)

Bhumicka Singh (Aap Ki Khatir)

Vipasha Agarwal (I See You)

Best Costume Designer

Manish Malhotra (Kabhi Alvida Na Kehnaa)

Lovleen Bains & Arjun Bhasin (Rang De Basanti)

Aki Narula (Don)

Sabyaschi (Baabul)

Anna Singh and Abu Sandeep (Umrao Jaan)

For further details on the Bollywood Awards contact: Tel: 516-248-8777 E-Mail: Info@bollygroup.com Web: www.bollywoodawards.com

About The Bollywood Group

The Bollywood Group is a South Asian entertainment company. The Group hosts three marquee events annually – the Bollywood Movie, Music and Fashion Awards – honouring the finest Indian actors, actresses, film-makers, technicians, musicians, designers and models.

The Bollywood Group has played host to hundreds of members of the Indian film industry, business tycoons, socialites, as well as mainstream American personalities such as Michael Jackson, Richard Gere, Sharon Stone, Michael Bolton, Tyra Banks, Harvey Weinstein, Diane Von Furstenberg, Nikki Hilton, to name a diverse few.

Using engaging words and phrases such as “Accept,” “Human Being” and “One World,” as well as iconic and diverse religious symbols, the multi-colored T-shirts, hoodies and tank tops that make up the So-Me Design line of clothing, http://www.so-medesigns.com/, connect all people and religions to one source: their common humanity.

The average price of the clothing starts at $20 for T-shirts and Ten Percent of the net profit earned from the clothing will go directly to the non-profit, “No More Tears,” http://www.nomoretearsproject.org founded by Ms. Ali to help build schools, clinics and women’s shelters nationally and internationally.

Both the clothing and No More Tears are products of Ms. Ali’s career and diverse background. Born and raised in the largely Muslim population of Karachi, Pakistan, she later moved to Ft. Lauderdale, FL with her family before embarking on a modeling and acting career in India.

She successfully transformed her Bollywood film industry success into a college career in the United States, and a growing love of journalism through social and political activism.

Since her graduation in 2002 from the New York Film Academy with a degree in filmmaking, direction, script writing and editing, Ali completed three short films on abortion, domestic violence, and teenage suicide.

After earning a broadcast journalism degree from Connecticut School of Broadcasting, Ali has focused her attention on the plight of women’s rights in South Asia and is working toward bringing to the worldwide media’s attention to taboo subjects of rape and domestic abuse in countries where women do not enjoy basic human rights.

One documentary Ali produced recently concentrated on the plight of Mukhtaran Mai, who had been punished by her village council by subjecting her to gang rape. Mai made international headlines when she brought her attackers into a Pakistani court and was subsequently rewarded monetary compensation, which she then gave to charity.

“My goal is to help all of these women and make sure that every girl/woman in my country and universally is able to obtain an education and has her basic human rights,” Ali said.

Ali will return to Pakistan this summer to begin work on her latest documentary, about women who have been burned with acid in domestic abuse cases.

For more information or to arrange an interview, Ms. Ali can be reached at 954-806-0688 or SomyInc@aol.com. For more information, visit www.somyali.com.

Don’t miss any of Bollywood beauty Madhuri Dixit’s fantastic performances weeknights at 5:00pm EDT only on SET Max!

The Chaaya Madhuri Ka Jadu schedule:

Monday, April 9th Devdas – (Filmfare Award, Best Supporting Actress)
Tuesday, April 10th Tridev
Wednesday, April 11th Zindagi Ek Juaa
Thursday, April 12th Koyla
Friday, April 13th Kishen Kanhaiya
Monday, April 16th Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam
Tuesday, April 17th Jamai Raja
Wednesday, April 18th Mujrim
Thursday, April 19th Raja – (Star Screen Award, Best Actress)
Friday, April 20th Dil – (Filmfare Award, Best Actress)

But it seems controversy has always dogged Shilpa Shetty. Friends and family links to the Indian underworld, warrants for posing in an obscene manner, hush-hush romances and devastating heartbreaks. And rumoured reports of intense grooming and plastic surgery to transform this once ugly duckling into a beautiful swan. Was Shilpa Shetty really an Ugly Betty?

With exclusive access to her school friends, Bollywood’s biggest stars, celebrity photographers and her family, The Real Shilpa Shetty takes viewers to India and reveals the highs and lows of the Bollywood beauty’s extraordinary rise to fame and uncovers her private life away from the limelight.

The Real Shilpa Shetty, which airs on Monday 19 March at 9pm, will tell you everything you didn’t know about Britain’s newest celebrity sweetheart, getting behind the headlines and finding out what really makes this famous Bollywood actress tick.

Donna Taberer, Sky One’s Commissioning Editor, Entertainment said: “Shilpa’s story has captivated audiences all over the world. We’ve come to know her on a certain level and the events witnessed have pricked the nation’s conscience, but now we’ll reveal the real woman behind the headlines.”

The Real Shilpa Shetty was commissioned by Donna Taberer (Sky One) from Two Four Productions. Mel Leach and Juliet Rice are Exec Producers with Maria Knowles directing.