Celebrating World Dance Day Curated By KALASHRI Dr Lata Surendra With Conference And Performances Defining ARDHANG

 

KALASHRI DR LATA SURENDRA (CURATOR- ARDHANG )

 ‘Art from the heart with Diksha ‘then to now ‘ by eminent practitioners of the art transformed the conference room of Mysore Association, Mumbai to a pulsating cosmos .

The speakers were Dr Uma Rele (Principal Nalanda Nritya Kala Mahavidyalaya, Juhu, Mumbai . Padmashri Sunayana Hazarilal ( Kathak), Kalaratna Guru Smt A.B. Balakondala Rao-Balakka ( Kuchipudi) Dr Jayashree Rajagopalan( Bharata Natyam), Smt Rajashree Shirke ( Kathak) , Guru Lata Raman( BharataNatyam), Dr Aruna Bhikshu( Kuchipudi) Prateesha Suresh ( Sattriya) Jigar Soni( Folk-Garbha).

Eminent Speakers at conference

The timeless journey when Diksha was an absolute communion unto their eminent Gurus was so intensely absorbing for some that time stood still for them . In fact their journey down memory lane awakened all young teachers and disciples to the defining threads that was embraced in the meaningful bond between Guru and Shishya .One should have more Art to heart chats in the city to raise common platforms where artistic ‘gupshups’ could happen to resolve many a storm in artistic tea-cups !

The evening performances highlighted ARDHANG – ‘ in every half is the other’, that Curator Kalashri Dr Lata Surendra urged artists to explore .

Guru Smt Jhelum Paranjape

The prelude was set with the sound and silence defined through an intricate Alarippu in Sankeernajathi Triputa Thalam ( 13 ahsharams) by Lata’s dedicated Senior disciple Kum Ananya Mohan Iyer . The live orchestra with Lata herself deftly wielding the Nattuvangam , melodious Keerthana Krishnan Vocal Shri Chandran – Mridangam and Violin by Shri Balasubramaniam highlighted the Guru-shishya connect beautifully!The crossrhythms , the potent silence and sound interludes and the dialogue between thalam,percussion and Visual kinesthetics of BharataNatyam caught everyone ‘s attention . The interesting aspect was the weaving of Surdas ‘s composition into the traditional Dhanyasi Varnam by Papanasam Shivam that followed , to have the cosmopolitan crowd connect to the colour that is a Varnam, highlighting the universality of emotions in man be it any terrain.

In keeping with the theme of ARDHANG , was the exploring by one who is known for her imaginative draping of themes through Odissi – Guru Jhelum Paranjape who highlighted that lyrics and words, ,,the instrument and chords , the dance and the dancer the Lord and the devotee are never mutually exclusive of each other . ARDHANGA it was at its best!

Aditya Anukula & Kum Varsha Pachhava

(Disciples of Kala Ratna Guru A.B . Balakondala Rao)

With the child comes to life the Mother!. A bond that ,was evocatively explored by Mother and daughter – Dr Uma Rele & Dr Vaidehi Rele .With sensitivity they highlighted the choreography by the legendary Padmabhushan Dr Kanak Rele .Mitali Varadkar & Shreya Sabharwal the committed sishyas of Guru Shubhada Varadkar brought out the connect of Jeeva with Atma through Adi Shankaracharya’s Nirvanashatakam . One witnessed a lot of Kuchipudi this time with legends who had not been seen much in the Mumbai art scene! Aditya Anukula the accomplished Kuchipudi Exponent & Nattuvanar , Son of Kalaratna Guru Smt A.B. Balakondala Rao ( Balakka) and her very dedicated Senior Disciple Kum Varsha Pachhava draped the complimenting halves etching nonduality through a breath- taking choreography that coloured the pulsating oneness of Shiva and Parvati , through the composition by Pulyur/,Pallavi Doraiswami Iyer , Adenamma in Paras. It was Kuchipudi with the signature style of Balakka enhancing ARDHANG to glorious heights.

Guru Dr Uma Rele & Guru Vaidehi Rele – Lal

Bhang – Abhang the enlightening of Cupid by the Enlightened one – Budha was an interesting exploration through the folds of Kathak by Guru Smt Ranjana Phadke with her disciples. Normally one associates Manmatha with Shiva whose wrath reduced cupid to ashes but when the same arrows were directed on Budha ..Cupid got enlightenment ! Parvathy Menon the seasoned Kuchipudi Exponent and disciple of Guru Smt Bala Kondala Rao and Kalamandalam Guru Smt Mohana Thulasi brought out the dualistic aspect of Mother Nature as the Merciless and all- merciful .Rohini and Ashwini Vij paid a tribute unto their Guru Manisha Jeet with the balancing equanimity gathered through the introspective mind aligning conflicting thought processes Accomplished Mohiniattam Exponent Sujatha Nair- daughter and disciple of Guru Jayashree Nair brought to life the romance between the Wave and the shore through Khalil Gibran’s poem – Song of the wave.

A gracefully executed defining by Kathak Exponent & Teacher Smriti Raj communicated a strong message throughChapthilak by Amīr Khusrau- the Indian Sufi singer, ” i am in YOU and you in me..Tomorrow let it not be said that,YOU are someone and i am Someone else’ Committed Kathak Exponent, choreographer and Mentor Chetan Saraiya explorred Sambhog Sringara love in union through Radha and Krishna and Viyog Sringar through Meera . Drought and Rain a thought provoking choreography, etching Rain as nurturing hope and drought as the negation of it was presented by disciples of Imaginative Guru Geetha Venkateshwar.

The other side to everything in this world through the Character of Sage Dronacharya was what the Kathak Exponent & Mentor Anu Harshal with Disciples presented through various episodes in theSage’s life .Aham Nrityam … I am the dance gathered the poetic synergy of two styles by two very accomplished practitioners , Bharatanatyam by Sujatha Swaminathan and Kathak by Pallavi Raisurana.

Guru Dr Aruna Bhikshu & Kum Mahati Bhikshu

Tandava and Lasya signifying the duality of energies. was explored through an absorbing presentation of Taal Dhamaar – A 14 beats Rhythmic cycle by the very innovative Kathak Exponent,Teacher Isha Kathavate and equally complimenting disciples . It was amazing how the theme opened outto such diversely enlightening pathways .‘Manas Samvaada, a conversation between Manas and the emotions explored the intertwined relationship between Hope and Fear . Draped in Kuchipudi it was an absorbing Choreography by Noted exponent Mentor Choreographer,Filmmaker & researcher Dr Aruna Bhikshu & her daughter Mahata Bhikshu Ameya .K. Nambiar disciple of renowned Guru Kalamandalam Mohanathulasi. depicted Prakruti and Purusha through the Ardhanareeswara Stotra composed by His holiness Sri Adi Shankaracharya.

One also gives credit to Saritha Nidheesh for the chaste Angashudham the beautiful young dancer from Kochi-Kerala displayed in her execution.The very imaginative Kathak Exponent Teacher and Choreographer Guru Manisha Jeet defined Ardhang through the antonyms – Stillness and movement !Space and time gives birth to stillness and movement that causes Lethargy and Energy.

Very skillfully she related it to the Vilambit and Drut laya.highlighted the nondual essence ensuing in their togetherness. One among the City’s own Kuchipudi Guru Kalamandalam Vijayshree Pillai reached out with an interesting choreography invoking Goddess Saraswati as the epitome of wisdom nullifying ignorance Her dedicated disciples complimented the theme in all oneness.

Guru Ranjana Phadke & Disciples

Harihara – the different aspects of the same Ultimate Reality Brahman was very evocatively explored by the talented disciples of Guru Padmini Radhakrishnan. Dusk and Dawn endorsing diverse canvases mirroring new beginnings and the conclusive end that rounds all life was highlighted by BharataNatyam exponent. Dr Chandrika Sundaresan . Kathak exponent and teacher Aditi Yadav with her disciples highlighted Diksha as the complete bonding carrying transitions in the journey from mime to a spontaneous dilineation . Visual Story teller Debabrata Pal depicted the Amrut -manthan & kurma vatar , painted by his feet with the symbolic churning depicted through dance.

Kalashree Dr Lata Surendra’s disciples explored light and shade through – dancing shadows a visually arresting choreography with skilllful usage of a veil and stage-craft by Shri Suresh Pednekar. The Lavani by researcher Charushila Golam and the infectious folk by Shri Mukesh Darbar from Nepanagar embraced oneness through rhythms. ARDHANG – in every half is the other and its visual exploring moved every heart leaving the auditorium , endorsing the timeless connect between Arts and the Rasikas – a bond highlighting that each necessarily needed the other to lift life from the level of the mundane to the sublime !

Disciple Parvati Menon with Guru Kalamandalam Mohanathulasi & Guru Bala Kondala Rao

As curator Kalashri Dr Lata Surendra put it ‘There is so much seeking to be explored , re-discovered within us andwaitiing to be shraed A conference and converging through performances like this provides all artistes a space to reach out with their viewpoint and for the students and rasikas, it accords an idea of what actually goes into the creative process . It is important to converge as a fraternity, to ensure the perpetuation of the Art in this world of breaking news . The sustaining of the Artist and the Art through the spoken and delineated WORD should awaken all to Dance , as a bridging metaphor linking worlds ‘ SPONSOR: MAHINDRA FiNANCE Lights – Shri Pednekar Sound – Shri Nandlal Rele Pic Credits- Shri Girish Nambiar Poster Credits: Shri Madhusudan Menon.

Celebrating World Dance Day Curated By KALASHRI Dr Lata Surendra With Conference And Performances Defining ARDHANG

Miss And Mrs Royal Global Queen 2023 – Mr Royal Global King And Royal Global Achiever Awards Season-3 Successfully Concluded At Club Emerald Mumbai

After the huge success of Miss & Mrs India Global Queen 2021 & 2022, Dr Neelam Paradia and The Topaz Events organized Miss & Mrs Royal Global Queen 2023, Mr. Royal Global King and Royal Global Achiever Awards Season 3 on 7th May at Club Emerald, Mumbai.

It was a grand and successful event, in which the contestants and celebrities of India, Bangladesh, Canada, Singapore & Iran were present making our message of International & National Integration strong, loud and clear. On this unique concept, Dr Neelam said that we believe in national & international integration. through this program, Dr. Neelam Paradia spread the message of national and international unity, love and harmony as all the participants belonged to different cultures and religions.

It was an international beauty pageant where famous Bollywood actors Aftab Shivdasani and Ali Khan, Bollywood Singer Ali Quli Mirza and our Brand ambassador Actress Jyoti Yadav were also present. Dr Neelam Paradia said that when the cause is good, people also join. When we told Aftab Shivdasani that we were doing this event for a social cause that would benefit the Handicapped Trust, he immediately agreed to grace the occasion with his presence and support the noble cause. She thanks him from the bottom of her heart for his generosity and kindness.

Ali Quli stole the limelight with his amazing performance. He sang songs like “Tu Jaane Na from Ajab Prem ki gazab kahaani” and “bure bure from bluffmaster”. These songs created a beautiful blend of energetic pop and soothing romance. Our audience and our contestants were elated by his stage presence.

Jyoti Yadav had always been a great supporter of women empowerment. A strong, bold, confident and intelligent women herself, she serves as the best brand ambassador to look upto. She said that we all enjoyed this show a lot. Beautiful faces and lovely smiles were seen on the stage. Normally we see tears in the eyes of the winners but here we saw the organizer Dr Neelam getting emotional.

Talking to the media here, the celebrities said that Dr. Neelam and her husband Mr. Kalpesh Paradia have organized such a good and enjoyable event. From Miss to Mrs to Mr. all the contestants worked hard, there were many rounds of competition, in which their talent was tested, they gave their best in the question-and-answer process and showcased our rich heritage and culture in the national costume round. It was a fantastic contest where the contestants were groomed into the beat versions of themselves. It is always tough to judge amongst these talented individuals.

Let us tell you that this contest was an occasion to celebrate for the women of today. This year, the pageant also celebrated the LGBTQ community by having their first ever Trans Contestant. This was a huge moment for the history of pageantry and step towards the progress of the community. This contest is not about the woman’s appearance, height, age, weight etc. The pageant is all about celebrating the power of women. Dr Neelam says that we look for role models and not just models.

It is worth noting that during these two days, 6th and 7th May, participants interacted with international mentors, grooming partners, hairstylists and got their photoshoots done. These two days were special for all, helped them to learn a lot, understand and build confidence in themselves. Funds were also raised here to support the handicapped trust.

Through this platform she has actually promoted the message of unity in diversity which aims at women empowerment as well as this platform has emerged as the voice of many people to support physically handicapped trust.

Here are some of the key highlights of the show:

Our Celebrity Chief Guests were Aftab Shivdasani, Ali Quli Mirza, Jyoti Yadav, Ali Khan and Simran Ahuja. Our chief guest were the very esteemed Dr Khalid Shaikh and Dr. Bu Abdullah extremely grateful for their encouragement and constant support.

The Show Opener of the pageant was Mahas Malekzadeh who flew in from Iran, the Show Stopper was Harpinder Kaur. The winners were as follows Dr Kanthi Shivakumar (Platinum Category), Dr Shamala Haleema (Classic Category), Arti Singh (Mrs Category), Anshika Agrawal (Miss Category) Karthika Satheeshan (Miss Trans Winner) and Gautam Goswami (Mr Winner).

The First runner ups were as follows Dr Renu Pattanshetty (Platinum Category), Dr Ruchita Sawant (Classic Category), Arpita Mishra (Mrs Category) and Dr Aditi Prabhu (Miss Category).

The pageant queens were as follows Dr Shamala Haleema for Mrs World Queen Winner, Dr Harshada Hatle for Queen Of India, Tanisha Rafiq Urmila for Queen Of Bangladesh, Anita Singh for Noble Heart Queen, Dr Renu Pattanshetty for Mrs India Fabulous Winner, Shazmi Hussain for Queen Of Singapore, Sushmita Das for Queen of Canada, Antarveena for Fashion Icon Queen. The winner for the National Costume Round Winner was Anshika Agrawal and the winner for the Talent Round was Shubhangi Sante.

A huge thankyou to The sponsors of the event Mr Sanjay Mehta of Pan Aroma, Official Gifting Partner; Plum Goodness that delivers Haircare, Hair Care Partner; Rite Bite Max Protein Keep Going, Gifting Partner Mr. Kunal Jagwani of Satu’s, Official Gifting Partner.

The Jury of the event also included Palama Ahmed and Antarveena. Following are all the awardees of “Royal Global Achiever Awards”: Mr Vijay Shukla (Vice President, Lokmat), Mr Pradeep Paliwal (Assistant General Manager, Lokmat), Neetu Arora for Celebrity Makeup & Hair Expert, Bijal Doshi for Best Creative & Innovation in F&B Industry, Mr Kunal Jagwani for Satus Foods Products Pvt Ltd, Best & Famous Sweets, Dhwani Paradia for Styling & Image Creation, Pooja for Celebrity Fashion Designer, Shazmi Hussain for Best Educator, Singapore, Vahida Banu Rafiq Mhomad Shaikh for est Social Worker, Dr Renu Pattanshetty for Excellence in Oncology Physiotherapy, Dr Harshada Hatle for Excellence in Ayurved, The Preventive Healthcare, Dr Shamala Haleema for Best Business Woman Entrepreneur Award, Anita Singh for Best Principal, Nahida Mohamed for Excellence in Business Planning & Development, Ritu Jain for Best Nutritionist & Therapeutic Die, Fiyoni Paradia for The Topaz Events, Official Website Designer, Ronit Mehta for The Topaz Events, Marketing Manager, Chandresh Kawa for Team Topaz Events, Official Photographer & Graphic Designer, Sam Khan for Partner Executive Director Air Holiday Travel Agency and Sumon Hossain International Organiser & Fashion Photography, Bangladesh.

       

Miss And Mrs Royal Global Queen 2023 – Mr Royal Global King And Royal Global Achiever Awards Season-3 Successfully Concluded  At Club Emerald Mumbai

Prem Sagar Singh Started Shooting Of Film PYAAR NA MANE PEHREDARI In Lucknow From Today

प्रेम सागर सिंह ने आज से लखनऊ में शुरू किया ” प्यार ना माने पहरेदारी”

सीपी पैराडाईज मोशन पिक्चर प्राइवेट लिमिटेड के बैनर तले बन रही भोजपुरी फ़िल्म “प्यार ना माने पहरेदारी ” फ़िल्म की शूटिंग आज से लखनऊ में शुरू हो गई है । नवाबों की नगरी लखनऊ में एक प्रेस सम्बोधन में निर्देशक प्रेम सागर सिंह ने शूटिंग से सम्बंधित डिटेल साझा करते हुए बताया कि पूरी टीम आज से लखनऊ के विभिन्न लोकेशन्स पर फ़िल्म की शूटिंग में व्यस्त हो गई है । सीपी पैराडाईज मोशन पिक्चर प्राइवेट लिमिटेड लगातार एक से बढ़कर एक फिल्मों के साथ लगातार ट्रेड के बीच सुर्खियों में छाई हुई है । रिश्तों की बेहद मुलायम डोर के इर्द गिर घूमती फ़िल्म प्यार ना माने पहरेदारी की शूटिंग आज से उत्तरप्रदेश की राजधानी नवाबों की नगरी लखनऊ में शुरू हो गई है  । जैसा कि फ़िल्म का शीर्षक है उसी से अंदाजा लगाया जा सकता है कि फ़िल्म में एक्शन व रोमांच का तड़का जबरदस्त रूप से लगने वाला है । इसी उम्मीद के साथ इस रोमांचक शीर्षक वाली फिल्म के सारे कलाकार व तकनीशियन उत्साहित हैं ।

फ़िल्म में आनंद देव मिश्रा और अतुल सिंह  मुख्य भूमिका में नज़र आने वाले हैं । जहां उनके साथ अभिनेत्री सोनल त्रिवेदी, पारुल शुक्ला, आशीष पाठक, विकास कुशवाहा व इन्द्रसेन यादव भी फ़िल्म में अपना अभिनय का जलवा बिखेर रहे हैं । फ़िल्म ” प्यार ना माने पहरेदारी ” के निर्देशक हैं प्रेम सागर सिंह । वहीं गीत संगीत भी प्रेम सागर सिंह ने ही दिया है । फ़िल्म के प्रचार प्रसार का जिम्मा संजय भूषण पटियाला का है ।

 

प्रेम सागर सिंह ने आज से लखनऊ में शुरू किया ” प्यार ना माने पहरेदारी” .!

British Parliament Honours Sandeep Marwah With Bharat Gaurav Award 2023

London: Sandeep Marwah, the founder of Noida Film City and President of Marwah Studios has not only added another glorious feather to his glittering cap, he has made India proud, too as he was honoured once again at the House of Commons of British Parliament recently for his outstanding contributions to the media and entertainment industry. Marwah, a nine-time world record holder, received the award and medal from Baroness Sandip Verma,  member of the House of Lords, Councillor Sunil Chopra, the Mayor of Southwark and Virendra Sharma, Member of Parliament in House of Commons of British Parliament, in recognition of his valuable contribution to the nation-building also.
The event was attended by a distinguished audience hailing from 18 different countries, who came together to celebrate Marwah’s exceptional achievements. Virendra Sharma and Pandit Suresh Mishra of Sanskriti Yuva Sansthan spoke about Marwah’s noteworthy contributions to the media and entertainment industry. In his impeccable address, Marwah emphasized the importance of the media and entertainment industry in shaping a nation and promoting cultural exchange between countries. 
Marwah’s leadership has been instrumental in shaping the media and entertainment industry, creating opportunities for aspiring professionals as well as promoting Indian culture globally. His vision has led to the success of Marwah Studios, which has become a hub for media and entertainment-related activities in mammoth proportions.
“This honour is not only a recognition of my achievements but also a proud moment for the entire media and entertainment industry in India. It showcases the vibrancy and diversity of India’s entertainment industry, which has contributed significantly to the nation’s growth and development,” said a happy Marwah.
Marwah’s contributions to the media and entertainment industry have been recognized internationally and no wonder, this prestigious award is a testament to his hardwork, dedication and unflinching commitment. His exemplary leadership and vision have inspired many young professionals and his work has left a significant impact on the industry.
Congratulations to Marwah on this well-deserved honour and wishing him all the success in his future endeavours.
The success saga of Sandeep Marwah continues  unabated!

 

British Parliament Honours Sandeep Marwah With Bharat Gaurav Award 2023

Sandeep Marwah Honoured With Bharat Gaurav Award At British Parliament

London: Sandeep Marwah, the founder of Noida Film City and President of Marwah Studios, has been honored once again at the House of Commons, British Parliament, for his outstanding contributions to the media and entertainment industry. Marwah, who is a nine-time world record holder, received the award and medal from Baroness Sandip Verma, a member of the House of Lords, Councillor Sunil Chopra, the Mayor of Southwark, and Virendra Sharma, a Member of Parliament House of Commons British Parliament, in recognition of his valuable contribution to the nation-building.

 

The event was attended by a distinguished audience from 18 different countries, who came together to celebrate Marwah’s exceptional achievements. Virendra Sharma and Pandit Suresh Mishra of Sanskriti Yuva Sansthan spoke about Marwah’s noteworthy contributions to the media and entertainment industry. In his address, Marwah emphasized the importance of the media and entertainment industry in shaping a nation and promoting cultural exchange between countries. 

Marwah’s leadership has been instrumental in shaping the media and entertainment industry, creating opportunities for aspiring professionals, and promoting Indian culture globally. His vision has led to the success of Marwah Studios, which has become a hub for media and entertainment-related activities. 

This honor is not only a recognition of Marwah’s achievements but also a proud moment for the entire media and entertainment industry in India. It showcases the vibrancy and diversity of India’s entertainment industry, which has contributed significantly to the nation’s growth and development.

Marwah’s contributions to the media and entertainment industry have been recognized internationally, and this award is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and commitment. His exemplary leadership and vision have inspired many young professionals, and his work has left a significant impact on the industry. Congratulations to Sandeep Marwah on this well-deserved honor, and we wish him all the success in his future endeavours.

   

 

Sandeep Marwah Honoured With Bharat Gaurav Award At British Parliament