Basu Chatterjee – Remembering Bollywood’s God of Small Things
———-Sundeep Bhutoria By the end of the 1960s, Hindi cinema was poised for a change. The decade had largely been about escapist cinema, and though some of these had great songs, there was little that was creative and path-breaking by way of content. The odd exceptions – Bandini, Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam, Anupama and Teesri Kasam – only proved the rule about a decade that replaced the artistic aspirations of the 1950s with what has in effect come to define ‘Bollywood song-and-dance’ cinema. The advent of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) in 1962 played an important part in this change, with its first batches beginning to enter the industry, bringing in a change in aesthetics. The year 1969 was to be a watershed in the history of Hindi cinema, with three films that proved instrumental in ushering in a new...
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MLA Dr Bharati Tai Lavekar Inaugurated KAK’S SALON
WEE-Mumbai Member Kakoli Meghani, owner of “Kak’s Salon” – a premium beauty and Spa opened her another branch at Four Bunglows Signal , Andheri West in presence of the Chief Guest MLA Dr. Bharati Tai Lavekar, Guest of Honors Shri Yogiraj Dabhadkar (Corporator Ward 60) and Chaitali Chatterjee (Chairperson of WEE – Women Entrepreneurs Enclave and Founder of ShrOM Communications and Solutions) Other WEE members who attended the event were Jane Rodrigues, Neena Shetty, Rekha Kalra, Sangeeta Mishra, Anvitaa Malhotra, Preeti Alok Sharma, Bindu Masurkar, Rahila Hasan Gazi, Harmeet Kaur, Debjani Salvi, Vanee Jaisingh, Rajkunwar Rane, Silky Kapoor, Aparajita Bir and Sapna Upadhyay Contact us for appointment: kaksalonspa@gmail.com +91 98212 45565 https://instagram.com/kaks_salon?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://fb.watch/kT0diCFpwD/?mibextid=RUbZ1f MLA Dr Bharati Tai Lavekar Inaugurated KAK’S...
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World Environment Day With Romanian Experience At MARWAH STUDIOS
Noida – The World Environment Day had a good go when The Indo-Romania Film and Cultural Forum, in association with the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry and the Embassy of Romania, celebrated it (World Environment Day) with a special screening of the powerful documentary “Untamed Romania” at Marwah Studios. The film, which captivated the audience, was inaugurated by H.E. Daniel Tane, Ambassador of Romania to India, and Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios, along with distinguished guests including H.E. Javier Paulnich, Ambassador of Peru to India, H.E. Teodoro Maldonodo, Ambassador of Ecuador to India, and Lt. Gen Anil Malik (Retd). “Well, “Untamed Romania” is an extraordinary cinematic creation that showcases the breathtaking beauty and diverse wildlife of Romania. The filmmaker’s dedication is evident, as over 400 hours of footage were expertly crafted into a brilliant 90-minute documentary,...
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UNSEEN THOUGHTS Art Exhibition By 8 Contemporary Artists In Jehangir Art Gallery
From: 6th to 12th June 2023 “Unseen Thoughts” An exhibition of paintings, Graphics, Sculpture, Ceramics and Drawings By Contemporary artists – Abdul Salam, Anju Paliwal, Dasarath Das, Dibakar Chandra, Gautam Das, Shrihari Dutta, Rakesh Sadhak , Ishaan Kewalramani . VENUE: Jehangir Art Gallery 161-B, M.G. Road, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 001 Timing: 11am to 7pm Contact: +91 98312 59428, 98300 37608 Recent works of a group of 8 eclectic contemporary artists from Bengal and Lucknow have been displayed in a group art exhibition at Jehangir Art Gallery, M.G Road, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400001 from 6th to 12th June 2023 between 11 am and 7 pm. It will showcase the unseen thoughts and art practices of 8 contemporary talented artists under one roof in an array of styles and artistic approach towards the medium technique adopted by the participating artists for the aesthetic...
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Asian Academy Of Film And Television Holds Record-Breaking 116th Convocation
Noida, June 6, 2023 – The Asian Academy of Film and Television (AAFT) proudly celebrated its historic 116th Convocation, setting a new benchmark in the world of creative education. This remarkable feat marks a significant milestone as no other creative institute has ever conducted a 115th Convocation or valedictory function before. During the momentous event, AAFT presented prestigious diplomas to the talented students who excelled in their respective disciplines. The institution’s unwavering commitment to providing the best education possible within limited fees has garnered immense satisfaction and happiness among the students. Addressing the convocation, Sandeep Marwah, a distinguished personality and visionary, urged the graduating students to prove their capacity and capability in the industry. He emphasized the importance of the moral values imparted during their education, which hold greater significance than the syllabus itself. Marwah stressed that success in...
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Screening Of Director MR Khan’s Film DEKHNA And Poster Launch Of New Feature Film Jiski Laathi Uski Bhains
Screening of director MR Khan’s short film “Dekhna” produced under the banner of MR Khan Films Production and MK Film Television Production was held at Impa Theater in Mumbai where everyone liked the film. This film is based on the condition of girls in the society and the way men see them. Inspired by a true incident, this film shows a bitter truth. On this occasion, director MR Khan’s upcoming feature film “Jiski Laathi Uski Bhains” was also announced. The posters of both the films were unveiled. Presented by MR Khan Films Production and MK Films Television Productions, the poster of Director MR Khan’s film “Dekhna” was also launched and this short film was also shown which was appreciated by all. Director MR Khan, Producer MR Khan of this film and MK Rajput, Co-Producer Rakesh Lal, Shalu Singh, KK...
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Ailaa Association And Vaishali Film Creations Presents ILFA Awards 2023 (Indian Look Alike Film Awards) By Arif Khan -Farhad Samji – And Alka Bhatnagar From USA
Ailaa Association And Vaishali Film Creations Presents ILFA Awards 2023 (Indian Look Alike Film Awards) By Arif Khan (Junior Anil Kapoor) Farhad Samji (Director – Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan), And Alka Bhatnagar From USA Received The Award Not only stars gain fame in the film world, but many of their lookalikes also establish their identity among people. One such artist is Arif Khan who is known as Anil Kapoor’s lookalike. Arif Khan has also become his body double in many of Anil’s films. Arif Khan has been organizing the grand event of ILFA Indian Look Alike Film Awards since last several years. This year Arif Khan (Ailaa Association) and Ashok Saxena (Vaishali Film Creations) presented the ILFA Awards (Indian Look A Like Film Awards 2023) at Mukti Cultural Hall, Mumbai where Farhad Samji, director of Salman khan...
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