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The BOSS is back with a Big Bang Boom

Akshay Kumar all set to entertain his fans with his upcoming film ‘BOSS’, this festive season.

Cinegoers get all set for a jet pack joyride this festive season , as Akshay Kumar is all set to entertain you in his all new ‘BOSS’ avatar.

This season get fit as ‘BOSS’ bashes up the bad boys in town. Experience a combination of action and comedy, as the ‘BOSS’ Akshay Kumar makes you jump out of your seats . BOSS is back dropped in the city of power ‘Delhi’, with injustice and rising fist power in the city

Directed by Anthony D’souza,the film stars Akshay Kumar ,Mithun Chakraborty , Shiv Pandit, Aditi Rao Hydari along with Danny Denzongpa, Ronit Roy, Johny Lever. They haven’t left any stone unturned to entertain you.

Presented by Viacom 18,Cape Of Good Films And Ashwin Varde Productions, & Directed by Anthony D’souza ‘BOSS’ is all set for 16th October release!!

Farhan Akhtar all set for DON 3

After successful showcasing of DON 2, Farhan is all set to work on Don 3 movie, he signaled this during a press meet of the Don 2. This is really a great news for Don franchise lovers and especially for the king of Bollywood Shah Rukh Khan.

Here are further details:

Actor-director Farhan Akhtar does not rule out a third part to the “Don” series. But for now, he says he wants to “explore other genres”. “I never refused to make ‘Don 3‘. It’s just someone misquoted me and misconstrued my words to make a spicy headline that ‘Don 3′ is not happening’,” Farhan told reporters here at a conference Monday. His latest “Don 2: The King Is Back”, a sequel to his 2006 film “Don: The Chase Begins”, is ready to hit the screens Friday. He is confident about the movie, but wants to wait before taking a plunge into a third part for the action film. “As a filmmaker, I would want to explore other genres too and not get restricted to one. In my interview, I had actually said that at this point of time, I am not ready to take the story forward. I don’t want to get into it as of now, but I never denied the possibility of it. I am very fascinated by Don as character, and I would love to take it to the next level, but only when I have a good script. “So if someone had to ask me now, if I want to take the story of ‘Don’ forward, yes I want,” added Farhan, who was accompanied at the event by Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Kunal Kapoor and producer Ritesh Sidhwani.

India’s biggest dance celebration on STAR PLUS

Hot on the heels of an extremely successful season of Nach Baliye, STAR Plus is ready to once again bring a unique and never-been-done-before dance show format with India’s Dancing Superstar. This new dance reality show aims to provide a platform to the most passionate and talented dancers in India. What’s unique about the show is that for the first time on Indian television, there is no barrier of age, dance form or style. The participants will be seen showcasing some of the most innovative and entertaining dance styles through their acts. A mix of kids , teenagers, young adults, married couples and even grandparents, the contestants can perform as individuals, pairs or in groups – everyone competes on the same platform to win the coveted title of India’s Dancing Superstar. What’s also different on this show is that there is absolutely no restriction on the dance form. India’s Dancing Superstar will be a beautiful showcase of all the various styles, be it Bollywood, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Ballroom, Salsa or B-Boying!

To Judge the phenomenal talent of dancing, for the first time will be the most entertaining star of Bollywood marking his television debut, Ritesh Deshmukh. Along with him the two renowned Bollywood choreographers Geeta Kapur and Ashley lobo will collectively judge the show and select India’s Dancing Superstar.

Completing the trio is the famed dance guru and choreographer Ashley Lobo.

“At STAR Plus, we believe in keeping up with the changing times. Our philosophy ‘Rishta Wahi Soch Nayi’ is about propagating the new within the old. India’s Dancing Superstar is in sync with this ideology – the world of dance has also changed, so we have turned around the rules. No age barriers, no specified dance form, and it is open to everyone! We want it to be India’s biggest dance celebration,” said Nachiket Pantavaidya, General Manager, STAR Plus.

After two months of auditions in 18 cities where more than seventy thousand people turned up, how many will go beyond the Dance Trials? Will the kids outnumber the adults, will solos win over duos or will groups outshine everyone? Will bhangra emerge a winner over B-Boying, will Popping rule over Hip-Hop or Salsa over Freestyle?

IDS is a co-production between BBC Worldwide India and Trompe d’oeil Productions

Catch India’s Dancing Superstar from 27th April 2013, Saturday and Sunday at 9 pm only on STAR Plus

About Star India

STAR India has defined India’s broadcast media for the last two decades and is today one of the leading, pan India, media and entertainment conglomerates.

The STAR India network comprises of close to forty channels in eight languages received by more than 400 million viewers every week across India and 100 other countries. Its channel portfolio includes Star Gold, Channel [V], Star Jalsha, Star Pravah, Star World, Star Movies, Star Utsav, Life OK, Movies OK and Star Plus, India’s No. 1, General Entertainment Channel. STAR India has a leading presence in regional broadcasting as well through a bouquet of joint venture channels i.e., Asianet channels and Star Vijay.

Ripudaman Handa is crowned Masterchef Kitchen Ke Superstar 3 Winner

The most exciting episode of the Masterchef Kitchen Ke Superstar took place tonight. The grand finale episode witnessed the three finalists Navneet Rastogi, Doyel Sarangi, Ripudaman Handa wait with bated breath as one of them was crowned the real hero of another prestigious season of the biggest culinary show in India. Their fate was left in the hands of the judges and the viewers, who would vote for them. That one contestant and home chef who faced all the daunting tasks with hard work and determination, who won over the judges hearts and who got immense support from the public was none other than Ripudaman Handa – the winner of Masterchef Kitchen Ke Superstas!

Ripudaman felt an adrenaline rush, was consumed with intense joy and was truly fulfilled with the opportunities that lie ahead for him.

Actor Ranveer Singh, who will be seen next in the film Lootera with Sonakshi Sinha, were part of this special episode and he presented the winner with the cash prize of Rs 1 crore.

When asked what he would like to do with this winning money, Ripudaman said, “I have handed over the cheque to my parents as I trust them completely with my life and money that I have won. I am thrilled to be the winner and I am looking forward to a career in cooking.”

Navneet Rastogi was the second runner up and Doyel Sarangi came third, Navneet was presented with a 1 year internship from Courtyard By Marriott. The families of all 3 contestants had flown down to Mumbai to the sets of Masterchef Kitchen Ke Superstars to witness the special moment in the lives of their loved ones. They have watched them endure all the many challenges thrown at them by the judges, from bamboo cooking, to making the excruciatingly tough chocolate ball, and now are excited to be part of their new journey from this day on. “It is not the end. This show has honed my culinary skills to a new level and I am very sure that I want to continue pursuing a career in food now. This is the beginning of my new life,” says Navneet Rastogi who came second.

For judges Sanjeev Kapoor, Vikas Khanna and Kunal Kapoor it was challenging to pick just one winner among three talented home chefs. “Each of them was a winner in our eyes; each had come a long way from the time they set foot in the kitchen. It was very tough for us to pick the winner. But Ripudaman showed great potential, impeccable talent and has a very bright future ahead of him,” says Chef Vikas Khanna.

Masterchef Kitchen Ke Superstar Season 3 fulfilled what it set out to do – turn the dream of talented home chefs into true passions and real careers. This season has seen home kitchen wonders show their prowess on a bigger and competitive platform and come out stronger and more skilled. It has instilled faith in their culinary talent, and each contestant took home great advice from the celebrity judges and their gruelling tasks. Their experience at Masterchef Kitchen Ke Superstar will stay with them, always.

Boman Irani Rocks Nach Baliye 5

Boman Irani came on Nach Baliye-5 along with Arshad Warsi for the promotion of their upcoming movie Jolly LLB. The Dynamic actor had a jolly time during his visit on the show. Boman who is known for his brilliant acting gave everyone a surprise.

Little did anyways know that not only is he a talented actor and a brillent photographer but he is also a very good singer. He strung the chords of the guitar and gave a mind blowing performance on the stage on Nach Baliye-5 during the semi-finals. The actor sung the popular song from his movie 3 Idiots “gives me some sun shine” leaving everyone amazed about his hidden talent.

This is not all the actor also shook-a-leg with the contestants on the famous song volume kum kar where all the baliye’s performed while did sleep walk around them.

Catch Boman Irani and Arshad Warsi on Nach Baliye-5 Semi-final episode this weekend at 9 pm only on STAR Plus!

ARVIND DOES MICHEAL JACKSON

Arvind and Neelu Valega are consistently doing a great job on STAR Plus’ Nach Baliye-5. In the previous episodes the actor wooed the judges by giving Govinda and in Rajnikanth style performance but this time the actor came back with something that surprised the jury.

Arvind came on the stage supporting the unique Michael Jackson look, black trilby hat, white hat band curly hair and pony tail. When the couple performed the judges were is splits of laughter. Choreographer Terence Lewis was highly impressed by Arvind’s performance on the stage. He told the couple that he was surprised that they could pull off such a difficult act and also ensured that all the signature moves were there in it. He also added that he was happy that the couple had made it this far in the show.

“When I entered the set people were wondering if Neelu and I were doing a MJ performance on one of his songs, but when we began dancing everyone was surprised. Jumma Jumma de de has been my favorit songs and Michel Jackson my dance idol. No other combination could be more perfect for the finale”, said Arvind who is all geared up to face the final judgement.

This is not all the hot actress Bipasha Basu who had come for the promotion of her upcoming movie Aatma was also overwhelmed by Arvind’s performance and could not resist herself to come on the dance floor and broke into a gig.

Catch all the dance and fun on Nach Baliye-5 Semi-final episode this weekend at 9 pm only on STAR Plus

Good boy of Television – Siddharth Shukla turns rowdy!

The sober and gentle Siddharth Shukla who is the cynosure of all mothers, this week surprised the audiences by showcasing an altogether different side of his.

Siddharth Shukla a.ka. the somber Shiv of Balika Vadhu gave a stunny rowdy and filmy performance. The actor, dressed as a policeman, delivered a solid and typical masaaledaar Bollywood item number, dynamically grooving to the beats of hit songs Dhadhang Dhang and Character Dheela Hai, looking every bit like a Hindi film hero.

Ace director Karan Johar couldn’t stop himself at such a blockbuster performance and said, “You possess all the qualities of a real Hindi film hero like a Akshay Kumar or Salman Khan. You have the perfect looks, the right physique, the right height, the right expressions and the perfect attitude attitude.

While on one hand Shukla turned rowdy for his performance, on the other he was seen being the perfect gentleman that he is. Playing the role of an ideal lover, he was spotted waltzing with the diva herself, Madhuri Dixit, on a romantic number from Kuch Kuch Hota Hai on stage. The actor, who has the perfect chocolate boy looks, did not fail to charm Dixit by his perfect SRK-ish avatar.

Sidharth designed a poster for Madhuri Dixit which said Sab kuch hota hai- directed by KJO chreographed by Remo starring Madhuri and Sidharth Shukla and said as it is everyone’s dream to have a movie directed by Kjo choreographed by remo with Madhuri Dixit as the actress , I designed my own poster.”

When asked Madhuri to dance with Sid she said—”Zarooor” and Sidharth was on cloud no 9 post his beautiful dance with MD and admitted saying-”Ye meri life ka abhi tak ka sabse bada highpoint hai”

Well, give him any avatar and Siddharth Shukla can surely impress one and all by his innocent charming ways! Watch more this Saturday at 9 pm Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa only on COLORS!

Kailash Kher Turned Oslo into Lovistaan

Kailash strongest performance at recent concert in Oslo encouraged his crazy fans, especially lovely ‘deewanis’ – ladies of Pakistan and India origin, to come on stage and dance away. The ‘Teri Deewani’ singer with a music style influenced by Indian folk music had turned Oslo into Lovistaan. Kailash’s concert also attracted more than 70 thousand Norwegians and they were going mad about our music.

Of course, considering Kailash’s multi-platinum successful albums and backed with many repertoire of film songs, the singer is riding high on success. And the same could be seen among his Asian and Norwegians admirer at the concert. Really, music knows no boundary and Kailash Kher again proved it!

Unoosha sings for Pooja Bhatt’s Jism 3

Unoosha aka Kiddy, the livewire singer from Maldives, is in India to sing her debut Hindi film song in Pooja Bhatt’s Jism 3. Unoosha recorded the song on Tuesday at Tanay Studios, Andheri West.

Unoosha, who thus became the first singer from Maldives to sing a Hindi number in a Bollywood film, had earlier crooned her way to glory with the chartbusting “Heywalla” in the promotional number for Pooja Bhatt’s Jism 2 and has paved her way for the current Hindi film number, thanks to her mesmerising voice.
Says Pooja Bhatt, “When I heard from Unoosha at the South Asian Film Festival (SAFF) that Maldivan singers have never performed in India, forget singing in Bollywood, I felt there was a need to change this.I made a promise to her on stage that she will go home with a contract. And I am happy, she is singing a Hindi song for a mainstream Bollywood film with Jism 3.”

The song will also have Ali Azmat and KK and as though to add on to Pooja’s feelings of music transcending boundaries, the lyrics of the song are about making newer beginnings. The song is composed by Arko Pravo Mukherjee & produced by Munish Makhija.

And aptly the song is called Kahaan se karein shuru. “Yahaan se,” smiles Unoosha, happy to have learnt her first few Hindi words.

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20 Things 20-Year-Olds Don't Get

I started Docstoc in my 20’s, made the cover of one of those cliché “20 Under 20” lists, and today I employ an amazing group of 20-somethings.  Call me a curmudgeon, but at 34, how I came up seems so different from what this millennial generation expects.  I made a lot of mistakes along the way, and I see this generation making their own.  In response, here are my 20 Things 20-Year-Olds Don’t Get.

Time is Not a Limitless Commodity – I so rarely find young professionals that have a heightened sense of urgency to get to the next level.  In our 20s we think we have all the time in the world to A) figure it out and B) get what we want.  Time is the only treasure we start off with in abundance, and can never get back.  Make the most of the opportunities you have today, because there will be a time when you have no more of it.

You’re Talented, But Talent is Overrated - Congratulations, you may be the most capable, creative, knowledgeable & multi-tasking generation yet.  As my father says, “I’ll Give You a Sh-t Medal.”  Unrefined raw materials (no matter how valuable) are simply wasted potential.  There’s no prize for talent, just results.  Even the most seemingly gifted folks methodically and painfully worked their way to success.

We’re More Productive in the Morning – During my first 2 years at Docstoc (while I was still in my 20’s) I prided myself on staying at the office until 3am on a regular basis.  I thought I got so much work done in those hours long after everyone else was gone.  But in retrospect I got more menial, task-based items done, not the more complicated strategic planning, phone calls or meetings that needed to happen during business hours.  Now I stress an office-wide early start time because I know, for the most part, we’re more productive as a team in those early hours of the day.