Karzzzz only Hindi film to premiere at Abu Dhabi Fest

The only Indian Film to have been selected for screening at the Middle East International Film Festival, Bhushan Kumar's Karzzzz premieres in grandeur and style at the 'Emirates Palace' in Abu Dhabi on Oct 17, 2008 at 9.30 pm amidst a lot of excitement and enthusiasm, followed by a gala dinner.


Present at the occasion were Producer Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Tulsi Kumar, Director T Series Ajay Kapoor, Vinod Bhanushali, Gulshan Grover, Director Satish Kaushik, Shweta Kumar, Dino Morea, amongst other glitterati and the entire international media.


Said Bhushan Kumar, head honcho, T Series, "it is a privilege to have Karzzz selected as the only Hindi film to be premiered at the Abu Dhabi Film fest. I am sure this is just the beginning for Karzzzz. We still have a long way to go."


KARZZZZ is a film that explores the psychological traits every human being possesses, some of them so powerful that it leads them to commit vices of greed, obsession, hatred, deceit, betrayal, MURDER… Set amidst the majestic and breathtaking locales of South Africa, KARZZZZ is a remake of the 1980 Subhash Ghai hit "Karz". The film is produced by Bhushan Kumar & Krishan Kumar of T-Series, directed by Satish Kaushik and stars Himesh Reshammiya, Urmila Matondkar, debutante Shweta Kumar, Gulshan Grover, Raj Babbar & Danny Denzongpa.

Best choice in Fashion & Jewellery "SOFT"

Society of fashion technology (SOFT) is a 7 years old institute started by young and dynamic entreprenuer Suvidha Patil, which specializes in Fashion Design and Jewellery Design and has provided its knowledge to more than 2000 students all over India so far।

The institute is located in Malad (East) and Andheri (West) in Mumbai which consists of air-conditioned class rooms, fully equipped computer lab, a well learned library, personalized attention, canalizing students potential through correct guidance and counseling।

Our team of faculties is highly experienced in their fields। We are committed to give the best of our services, such that our students pass out with flying colors in this field and succeed in their careers.

Why choose SOFT for Fashion & Jewellery?

Soft main goal is to give the very best to the students, which we do by regularly monitoring and upgrading syllabus by employing industries most competitive faculties as well as involving professionals। We also ensure regular workshops and field visits for the students. Soft primary objective starts with students and ends with students. Growth and maximum growth of student is the main aim, as we believe that soft's growth is directly related to our student's growth. Our aim is not only to be one of the leading institutes in Mumbai but the whole of India.

Name of The Institute :- Society Of Fashion Technology
Director :- Mrs. Suvidha Patil
Event organised by :- Mrs. Suvidha PatilEvent
Sponsored by:- Cottons by Century, Micro Max (mobile phones), Sailee builders and developers, 104 fever.
Fashion Choreographer :- Mr. Shane Lonen
Models :- Rakhi Kushwaha, Neha Laddha, Trishi Dua, Seema Baid, Hiral Mehta, Darshana Jadhav, Chitra Jain, Durhesh Nagar, Zeeshan Hazmi, Dalip Jain, Sahil Phull

By: Archana Shah

“DESH DROHI” synopsis

(A FILM BY JAGDISH SHARMA)(PRODUCED BY KAMAAL RASHID KHAN)

Just like how media plays a major role in our day-to-day life, in the same way it plays an important role in our film.The hero of our film, named “Raja” out of frustration leaves his family and comes to Mumbai in search of a job as well as Shekhar his friend.In his village, his father is a farmer by profession, who loves him a lot. A girl named ‘Neha’ is also madly in love with him.Raja finds his friend in Mumbai Shekhar doing the job of a Watchman. Shekhar offers the same job to Raja but Raja refuses this offer because he has big dreams and wants to fulfill them.He meets a girl in Mumbai named Sonia, who is the heroine of our film. Sonia is working for a man named “Baba Bahadur” who deals in drugs. Sonia has a brother who is dumb.When Raja and Sonia meet for first time, Raja repeatedly at various times and places. Their relationship grows gradually.Raja soon realies that North Indians are not liked by the Mumbai Kars, where as Raja has the feeling of equality and believes that all should live with love.On the other hand, there is a north Indian leader named ‘Shrivastav’. Shrivastav is a role model for all the North-Indians. But in reality he is like any other politician. He uses people for his own selfish needs.There are other politicians as well like chief-minister, vice chief minister, home minister etc. The use common man for their selfish motives.A city based Mafia and drug dealer named Rajan Patil is also working under these great politicians.Media wants to reveal all this corruption to public through television and news papers.As Sonia is working for Bahdur she has an enemity of Rajan Patil.Sonia beats the men of Rajan Patil in an open market.In order to take a revenge. Rajan Patil sends his brother to teach Sonia a lesson.Raja arrives to rescue Sonia and unfortunately he kills Rajan Patil’s brother.Rajan Patil gives the contract of killing Sonia and Raja to an inspector, Rajesh Sharma. Instead of doing so, he is killed by Raja.Due to all this, Mafia and police become rivals of Raja & Sonia.In order to save Raja from the policemen, Sonia brings Raja to her aunt’s place. In that house itself, news flashes on TV that police is in search of Raja & Sonia.In this process. Raja & Sonia go throught many painful and dreadful circumstances. Baba Bahadur double crosses them. But, Shrivastav helps them. In reality Shrivastav also double-crosses them…….This whole episode becomes the ‘hot-cake’ for television news channel….On young Inspector Kuldeep Kaushal takes an oath to arrest Raja.At one moment, audience come to know that kuldeep is Neha’s husband. Neha, who loved Raja in the village.. Raja meets Shekhar as a contract killer… Shekhar and Raja finally become friends.When Raja Realises that the whole political system is corrupt, he starts killing all the villains one by one.Media gets in search of this hidden man who is killing people.Towards the climax, Raja’s final target is Shrivastav. He kills Shrivastav with the help of Kuldeep.This event is covered by the media.Finally Raja takes Sonia and gets back to his village.

By: Rahul Khanna

Fox STAR Studios Signs Multiple Film Deal With Leading Bollywood Producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah

Fox STAR Studios Signs Multiple Film Deal With Leading Bollywood Producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah

London, October 4, 2008: Fox STAR Studios, a pan-Asian joint venture between Twentieth Century Fox and STAR, today announced its first major move in Indian cinema - a multiple-film deal with producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah. One of the most consistent and successful producers and directors in Hindi cinema, Shah's hits include "Namastey London" and "Singh is Kinng"; the latter film, released in August, broke records by taking the biggest opening ever for a Hindi film (Opening weekend GBO $16.1M), and has become one of the top-grossing Bollywood films of all time.

The Fox STAR Studios India deal includes the development and production of a visual effects-driven fantasy action movie and a contemporary romantic comedy as well as a first look deal on Shah's future projects. The VFX event film will be supported by a team of top visual effects directors from Hollywood and supervised by Fox's multiple award-winning in-house visual effects team.

Jim Gianopulos, Chairman and CEO of Fox Filmed Entertainment, said, "We are delighted to announce our creative partnership with Vipul Shah. His talent and demonstrated understanding of Indian audiences, together with our Studio's marketing and financial expertise, will provide audiences of Indian cinema with films that will set new benchmarks in India and around the world. Vipul is a valuable part of our creative plans, and we are looking forward to a fruitful long-term relationship with him."

Vipul Amrutlal Shah said, "I am extremely excited to work with Fox STAR Studios India. I have always believed in growing and surprising my audiences with every film I work on. The deal with Fox STAR Studios gives me the opportunity to develop innovative concepts and work with the best talent to create films that will appeal to audiences around the globe. This is the future for Indian cinema - we have to partner with the best technical and creative talent from around the world while yet keeping the Indian soul in our films intact."

Said Sanford Panitch, President of Fox International Productions, "We are excited about this first step in our growth and are committed to building relationships in Bollywood with like minded producers and we hope to add value to the creative production process – by bringing the latest VFX and animation technology to Bollywood productions."

Fox STAR Studios is a joint venture company formed between Twentieth Century Fox and STAR, Asia's leading media company, to produce world-class local-language films for worldwide distribution. The global studio expertise of Twentieth Century Fox and STAR's unmatched broadcasting and marketing network gives Fox STAR Studios India a distinctive edge in the business of Bollywood film production and distribution in India.

Paul Aiello, CEO of STAR said, "As the leading broadcaster in India, STAR fully understands the importance of partnering with inspired local talent in order to build a strong connection with the audience. We are thus very happy to join hands with leading producer Vipul Shah who has a well established track record of producing high quality box office hits. This tie-up sets the table for some truly groundbreaking cinematic releases which I am confident will enthrall audiences in India and across the world."

Vijay Singh, CEO of Fox STAR Studios India said, "It is just amazing how Indian cinema has continued to reinvent itself and is today the best expression of popular Indian culture. Our relationship with Vipul is special – a shared vision to create global quality content, but with an Indian soul for Indian audiences across the world. We are committed to accessing and demonstrating Twentieth Century Fox and STAR's global strengths in the development, production, distribution and marketing of Bollywood films."

The Indian Film industry is expected to nearly double in size over the next five years – from $ 2.4 billion in 2007 to $ 4.4 billion in 2012. so there is tremendous opportunity to grow", Vijay Singh added.

About Fox STAR Studios:Fox STAR Studios is a joint venture between Twentieth Century Fox, one of the world's largest producers and distributors of motion pictures and STAR, Asia's leading media company to produce world-class local-language films in Asia for worldwide distribution. The joint venture is making its first foray in India and will soon expand into other markets including Greater China and South East Asia.

PROMO "Drona"

Characters Sketch: "DRONA"

Abhishek Bachchan as Aditya/Drona:The boy was always unaware of his destiny. As a man he must now protect the legacy handed down from his ancestors for the future of the world rests in his hands and finally realize his destiny - as the one man who will become a legend - Drona.

Sonia (Priyanka Chopra):
From birth she has been taught just one thing - to fight in the line of duty. Her duty is to be Drona's follower, his faithful guard. She will lay down her life if need be, fighting beside the protector of mankind, fighting beside Drona.

Queen Jayati (Jaya Bachchan):
A wife, a mother, a queen. Poised at the heart of a legacy of warriors, Queen Jayati had made silent sacrifices in her line of duty. One forced to send her infant away, today years later a mother finally unites with her son but fate has other machinations to keep them apart.

Riz Raizada (Kay Kay Menon):
A descendant of the legendary asuras, he is a demon of unimaginable power and yet he lusts for more. All of Riz's unholy powers are concentrated on getting to the secret and killing the one man who could stand in his way....Drona.

Preview "DRONA"

A wicked magician aims to get hold of an ancient secret of the universe. A secret, which if unraveled, could unlock the destruction of mankind and the entire cosmos. And only one man can protect the precious secret and thus, save the human race from absolute annihilation. He is Drona.Aditya, a young man unaware of his real identity, is brought up by a foster family in a faraway distant town. A recurring nightmare has been tormenting him ever since he was a child. On another part of the world, far away from Aditya, an evil sorcerer, Riz Raizada, a descendant of the legendary demons has become dangerously impatient, in his thirst to take control over the universe. He is waiting for the secret that would help him fulfil his dream. To get to the secret, he’d have to defeat Drona. And herein lay his problem. He didn’t know who or where Drona was! But when fate brings the two together Riz immediately recognizes him as the man he was waiting for. And Aditya’s destiny catches up with him and his life takes him on a journey he had never imagined.Just when Aditya is about to be captured by Riz’s men; a cult that believes that Drona is their messiah, rescues him. Sonia, the leader of the cult, reveals Aditya’s real identity to him. Sonia then takes Aditya back to his place of birth, the ancient kingdom of Pratapgarh where his mother, Queen Jayati Devi would have all the answers to his questions. But before he could meet up with his mother, Riz and his army of the darkest powers catch up with him.Aditya now has no choice but to rise to the occasion and embrace his destiny. For mankind’s sake, he would have to become the legendary warrior he was born to be -- Drona.Thus began Drona's journey through myths and legends. By battling odds, he would discover skills that he never knew he had.

Synopsis "DRONA"

Aditya, a young man unaware of his real identity, is brought up by a foster family in a faraway distant town. A recurring nightmare has been tormenting him ever since he was a child. On another part of the world, far away from Aditya, an evil sorcerer, Riz Raizada, a descendant of the legendary demons has become dangerously impatient, in his thirst to take control over the universe. He is waiting for the secret that would help him fulfil his dream. To get to the secret, he'd have to defeat Drona. And herein lay his problem. He didn't know who or where Drona was! But when fate brings the two together Riz immediately recognizes him as the man he was waiting for. Just when Aditya is about to be captured by Riz's men; a cult that believes that Drona is their messiah, rescues him. Sonia, the leader of the cult, reveals Aditya's real identity to him. Sonia then takes Aditya back to his place of birth, the ancient kingdom of Pratapgarh where his mother, Queen Jayati Devi would have all the answers to his questions. But before he could meet up with his mother, Riz and his army of the darkest powers catch up with him.

GOLDIE BEHL (Director's Note)

DRONA started for me, as an attempt to define and understand legacy. As I became a parent, my world expanded to include newer emotions, fresher feelings. Watching my sons, interacting with them, even opened up newer bonds with my father. I knew then, that I had to tell a tale dealing with legacy, a responsibility that is passed on from generations, and is taken on with pride and never questioned. On 11th of August at midnight, Abhishek came to the hospital to see my new born, Ranveer. I discussed my idea with him and he got on board immediately. The film was to be a magical adventure, a timeless tale of good against evil, of a man rising to fulfill his destiny and be true to what he was born to be.... abhishek’s enthusiasm and conviction gave me the impetus to write a full fledged script, and slowly Drona came to life. After completing the story, I worked jointly with rohini and jaydeep on the screenplay to arrivie at the desired structure and texture that I wanted for my fantasy adventure , we arrived in the world of Drona, a world where amar chitra katha meets frank miller. We were slowly creating our very own legend. Abhishek had inspired Drona, but now, Drona was coming alive in Abhishek. His inputs were invaluable in fleshing out this grim but innocent hero, his stance, his gait, heavy with the burden he was bearing, speaking very little, with the cynical smile of someone who has grown up in a small span of time. Abhishek and I worked backwards on the charachter, even to the details of the weight of the characteristic “Drona punch”.

Misuse of journalism & Misrepresentation of facts to gain TRP's and Circulation

I would like to mention that the news in Mid Day and Zee Marathi was manipulated to make it crispy on
saturday ,sept.27th ,2008 about Hema Malini's travel by train.

I was physically traveling with her and managing Hema Ji's visit ,the event was co ordinated by page3entertainment
and was for savarkar vichar manch,while traveling back from pandarpur Hemaji preferred not to travel by road
rather by train since there is no air travel services available,so client was requested to arrange for train travel which he
surely did ,since it was a last minute decision ,so tickets were practically and physically with the client
and when we boarded the train ,he was in the other compartment and he forgot to handover the tickets to us
or you can say we didnt take a note of collecting the tickets, as soon as train started moving we realised
and called him to co ordinate the tickets to be faxed thru the station master to TTE and same was done in
a matter of 20 mins of train travel start and co ordinated and necessary penalty was paid too,we have the receipt for the same
with date and time.

when we boarded the train one young man wanted to be clicked with hema ji
we refused and he started using his handycam ,we didnt realise that it was switched on , the moment
we realised it was , we confronted him and stopped him to do so and even scolded him for that.
this guy has used same footage in Zee Marathi news and the news broadcast is an entire misrepresentation
of what has happened ,we would like that a strong action be taken against him for this
misuse of journalism,we have tickets and their time of purchase and same can be substantiated
the idea is not to prove anything but to stop the misuse and distortion of facts around a celebrity
just to gain mileage or trps,we are considering suing the respective media vehicles.

- SHALINI BENJAMIN
- shalinibenjamin@gmail.com

NRAI School of Mass Communication

With the arrival of many new T.V channels and F.M channels, the requirements for the trained man power has increased. Keeping this in mind NRAI School of Mass Communication, based at Oshiwara, Andheri (W) is offering an intensive Mass- Media Training for 15 days. The training covers T.V news reading, T.V anchoring and Radio Jockeying. The basic module covers voice modulation, voice clarity, pronounciation, diction , vocal exercise, scripting, camera facing etc. The training has been divided into the theoretical and practical session where top media personalities come to teach thoroughly. Earlier batches have seen housewives, college students, working people extra. A vedio demo taped and a certificate is provided to at the end of the training . Placement assistance may be provided to the successful candidate at the end of the training .

Q) Please tell us about this liberalization of the airwaves ?R) In the coming years, the liberalization of the airwaves will lead to proliferation of satellite television channels increasing both communications infrastructure and demand for software. Despite the multiplicity of satellite t.v and radio channels , there still remains a great unsatisfied requirements for innovation non fiction programming and documentaries addressing issue of social concern and education. Our NRAI School of Mass Communication which is based at Oshiwara, Andheri (W) attempts to create a generation of film makers and media professionals who are inspired to address this need.

Q) What do you teach to the students at this Institute?R) NRAI School of Mass Communication is an audio visual production house and a mass media organization. We have conducted more than 200 workshops and short term courses on T.V news reading, Radio Jockeying and Radio production . Our students can participate in various T.V Programmes. In this way they not only participate in these programmes but also learn various styles of anchoring and other aspects of T.V programmes making.

Q) Please give me the details of your Institute?A) Here you will find:Library- Books related with media.Studio- State of the art studio with latest equipments.Seminars- The institute conducts seminars with prestigious government and non- government agencies for the benefits for students. Discussions are organized regularly on the contemporary burning issues to keep the thing process alive. These Seminars and Workshops are often presided over by eminent professionals, academicians and literatures. The institute provides and demonstrates live interaction for its students with the eminent professionals.

Q) How are students getting benefited from your course?A) The students are encouraged to express their views in various programmes. The medium of instruction is both Hindi and English. The students are benefited to see the world through the lens and express their views and opinions through the mighty power of sessions. The academic session starts every Saturday.

Q) How far your dream of a State of the art institute is fulfilled?A) My dream of a state of the art institute comes real as I wish to share my decade long experience in T.V media with the future potential media aspirants. To develop the skills of our students, I have introduced a wall magazine, in-house newspaper and a theatre society. We will be starting up with our own T.V production house very soon.

Q) What is the message to the students?A) I believe in freedom of opinion, freedom of belief and freedom of dreaming beyond the horizon. I strongly believe in media industry relationship. And I expect this from my students too. This is my message to all the young students .

NRAI School of Mass Communication

Contact: +91-9764541814

LET'S SALSA & GARBA (FREE WORKSHOP)

Sanjeev Mehta, Founder & Director of SMEDA [Sanjeev Mehta's Elegant Dance Academy], has been professionally involved as a Dance & Fashion Choreographer and a Fitness Instructor, since past eleven years.


He has been training all age groups, belonging to a bevy of people from all societies. He is specialized in training Western, Folk & Filmy Dance Styles. His Training Workshops are held every three months with a special course structure from Basic to Advance levels.

Adding to the fact – He has also been serving for a social cause by schooling Dance & Fitness to the hearing impaired and mute school and the students from Mentally Challenged school. He has been professionally associated with the Films, Ads, Promos, TV Serials, Shows, Schools and Colleges - training copiously in Dance choreography, Body Fitness, Aerobics, Bhangra Workouts, Garba workouts, Salsa Workouts, Hip-Hop Workouts, Belly Dance Workouts, Acting, and overall Performing Arts.


He is currently working as a freelance Director, Choreographer, Dance Fitness Instructor and Executive Producer. His resume speaks of the creative and technical background, which he possesses and hopefully presents him as an ideal Creative Media figure.


Raas - Garba workouts and Salsa Garba: This Folk Dance workout would incorporate Tribal, Traditional and Modern methods of teaching this dance form to cut down on those extra flabs & gain a newly toned mind and body,This festive season,We at S.M.E.D.A. are organising a free workshop on Raas-Garba and Salsa Garba workouts, especially training in traditional and modern Raas-Garba.


Date : Friday- 26th September 6:15 p.m. To 8:15 p.m.
Venue : Blue Empire Club House,Blue Empire Complex,Off Link road, Mahavir Nagar,Kandivali-(W), Mumbai - 400067.
Contact : 9967661186

Yogesh Lakhani celebrated his birthday

Yogesh Lakhani of Bright Advertising celebrated his birthday at D Ultimate club in Andheri, Bombay, amongst the presence of lots of film celebrities like singer Sonu Nigam, music director Bappi Lahiri, model Pooja Misrra, singer Bali Brahmbhatt, producer & director Sawan Kumar Tak, actress Mink, singer Liza Malik, actress Nandini Jumani, singer Mika, singers Roop Kumar & Sonali Rathod, mimicry artist Sunil Pal, among others.

Niharika Khan & Tehseen Rizvi 's "ALIZAH"

Niharika Khan (wife of actor Ayub Khan) & Tehseen Rizvi inaugurated their new children's boutique called ALIZAH. Celebrities and close friends of the duo were present in large numbers at the inauguration ceremony.
Says Niharika, "ALIZAH is a specialty clothing store offering an exclusive western clothing line for children between the ages of 2 and 12 years. The store will house beautiful printed cotton dresses mainly targeted for girls. The styling is heavily influenced by the dresses worn by children in the English country side. Taking into account the awareness among today's kids, we have exclusively fashioned this boutique to cater to the demand for international line of fashion".
Adds Tehseen, "It will be a specialty store with a unique amalgamation of western dresses made in pure Indian cotton with exclusive prints and colors. The store will also have t-shirts, shorts, skirts, tops, footwear and accessories such as hair bands, necklaces, broaches etc embroidered in the most fun and innovative ways. The USP of the store is its styling with fun and innovative embroidery on exclusively printed cottons at a very affordable price. We plan to open more such branches and eventually become a multi chain outlet across the counry."