COLORFUL DEVOTION An Exhibition Of Paintings By Well-Known Artist Sharad Kale In Jehangir

From: 23rd to 29th May 2023

“Colorful Devotion”

An Exhibition of Paintings

By well-known artist  Sharad Kale

Venue: 

Jehangir Art Gallery

161-B, M.G. Road

Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400001

Timing -11 am to 7pm

Contact: +91 99208 66515

Romanticism has remained a popular subject among artists worldwide, and for good reason. It is a simple and relatable theme that resonates with audiences of all kinds. Masterpieces such as “The Kiss” by Gustav Klimt, Claude Monet’s “Water Lilies” series, Salvador Dali’s “The Persistence of Memory,” Rembrandt’s “The Night Watch,” Michelangelo’s “Creation of Adam,” and many others have served as exemplars of this genre of painting, inspiring artists to continue creating such works since the beginning of civilization.

Sharad Kale’s style represents this genre as well. When regarding each of his works individually, one cannot escape the feeling of serenity, calmness, and divinity, all at once. His works are lyrical and create a rhythm that engrosses and transpires the viewer into a state of total bliss. Kale uses his canvas surface in a poetic manner, with his human figures and nature in complete synchrony. The artist invariably employs a bright palette that is bold and colorful, leaving the spectator elated.

Sharad’s works mostly depict people from rural areas who are in love. This can be readily discerned by observing the expressions of his subjects. Both men and women’s faces show shyness and deep affection. Moreover, their faces are those of people who are pure and unaffected by the complicated urban world outside the villages. They are dressed in traditional Indian attire. One of the common elements in a few of his works is the flute. Lord Krishna, the romantic god, was known to have played a flute for his Gopis. The moment one sees the flute in Kale’s paintings, they are transported to that era. It brings a feeling of spirituality and divinity to the spectator. He then complements his subjects with natural elements such as flowers, foliage, and sometimes the moon, further enhancing the aura of romance in his composition.

Sharad has successfully achieved a style of his own, and his thought process and painting technique do not fail to deliver what he wants to convey to his audiences.

This show was inaugurated on 23rd May 2023 by Mr. Deepak Mehta in the presence of Prof. Vishwanath Sable, Ms. Meenu Dey, Mr. Sunil Choudhri, Mr. Sandesh Bendre and many others.

       

COLORFUL DEVOTION An Exhibition Of Paintings By Well-Known Artist Sharad Kale In Jehangir

A SOULFUL VOYAGE Solo Show Of Paintings By Artist Seema Bhargava In Jehangir Art Gallery

From: 23rd to  29th May 2023

“Voyage” A Long Journey Through Canvas

Solo Show of Paintings

By

Artist Seema Bhargava

Venue: 

Jehangir Art Gallery

161-, B, M.G. Road,

Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400001

Timing: 11am to 7 pm

Contact: +91 98995 82995

A Soulful Voyage: Melding Memories with Visions, a solo exhibition of paintings by Seema Bhargava, alumni of the college of arts in Delhi.  The artist has a breathtaking level of precision and attention to detail, but what truly distinguishes her is her capacity to stir up strong feelings in the viewer with her exquisite creations. She paints all of her landscapes in oil and in substantial sizes, giving the feeling to viewers that they may stroll into these scenes and inhabit their captivating realms. The basis for Seema’s works was formed by her excursions to Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh.

These are works to be admired and enjoyed for their perspectives and for the creative use of pictorial spaces. They carry with them a contagious sense of wonder and it reawakens a wanderlust that most of us share. By weaving a rich tapestry of hues, forms, textures Seema Bhargava melds memories with her own visions on the canvas. As a monk humbly lowers his head while entering a monastery (as seen in one of her works), we are also swept over by a humbling sense of belonging, awe and oneness with the natural world. – Prayag Shukla ( Art Critic ) 

This show was inaugurated on 23rd May 2023 by Mrs Shashi Tripathi in the presence of Dr. Capt G Shetty, Ms. Smita Bhargava, Admiral Tripathi, Mrs. Seema Bhargavav &  CMDE P.K. Malhotra.

     

A SOULFUL VOYAGE Solo Show Of Paintings By Artist Seema Bhargava In Jehangir Art Gallery

Icmei’s Landmark Book On Modi Govt Unveiled In House Of Lords

London, May 20, 2023 – Prominet educationist  Sandeep Marwah has reasons to rejoice. The ground-breaking publication titled “8 years of Modi Sarkar: A Compilation of Achievements” which has taken the Indian diaspora by storm was unveiled by Lord Rami Ranger in the prestigious House of Lords at the British Parliament in London. Authored and brilliantly compiled by Sandeep Marwah, President of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI), this monumental work sheds light on the remarkable accomplishments of the Indian government spanning eight years so far.

The release of this book marks a significant milestone as it represents the first-ever book on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to be presented within the esteemed halls of the House of Lords. The credit for this commendable feat goes to the dynamic Marwah, whose unwavering dedication and painstaking efforts have encapsulated the comprehensive range of India’s achievements between two hard covers.

Addressing the distinguished guests comprising London’s elite, Lord Ranger expressed his astonishment at the depth and breadth of the accomplishments chronicled within a single book. He acknowledged that prior to its publication, the true extent of India’s progress remained largely unknown, making this book an invaluable resource and reference for individuals seeking to familiarise themselves with the government’s multifaceted endeavours and achievements in various fronts.

Marwah, speaking at the momentous occasion, emphasised the meticulousness employed in compiling the book’s contents. It features a lucid and concise writing style, presented in a point-wise, department-wise format to ensure accessibility and understanding for a diverse readership. Marwah further reiterated his desire for an international release of the book aiming to rectify the misinformation that has often permeated global perceptions of India’s accomplishments.

It may be noted that the first copy of the book was presented to the esteemed former President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, before being officially launched in London. The release of this seminal work is poised to illuminate the immense progress and development witnessed in India over the past eight years, dispelling misconceptions and fostering a deeper appreciation for the nation’s remarkable achievements.

“8 years of Modi Sarkar: A Compilation of Achievements” is set to serve as an authoritative reference for individuals, scholars and policymakers, providing a comprehensive understanding of India’s transformative journey under the able leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

A book of outstanding value and accomplishment! Happy reading..

Icmei’s Landmark Book On Modi Govt Unveiled In House Of Lords

Celebrating Excellence GJEPC Unveils Artisan Awards 2023 Winners

In a grand event held in Mumbai, the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council of India (GJEPC) unveiled the winners of the highly anticipated 6th edition of Artisan Awards 2023, the country’s esteemed jewellery design competition. This prestigious event, organized by GJEPC, showcased the exceptional talent and creativity of jewellery designers from across the nation and around the world. Artisan Awards is an endeavour that aims to provide a platform for creative jewellery designers and industry professionals to maximise their individualistic and creative ideas in jewellery design. 

Artisan Awards 2023 is powered by GIA – Gemological Institute of America, The World’s Foremost Authority in Gemology.The winners received their trophies from Guest of Honour, Ms. Mira Kapoor, Content Creator & Jewellery Connoisseur along with Mr. Nikhil Mehra of Shantnu & Nikhil; Mr. Vipul Shah, Chairman of GJEPC, Mr. Milan Chokshi, Convener of Promotions and Marketing, GJEPC, and Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC.

Since its inception, the Artisan Awards has received a total of 4,200 submissions from artists spanning various genres and styles. These submissions were meticulously reviewed and evaluated, culminating in the selection of 178 outstanding finalists. Among the finalists, 55 remarkable individuals emerged as winners, gaining well-deserved recognition for their exceptional artistic prowess. For the current year, Artisan Awards witnessed over 600 entries pouring in from 26 cities across India, as well as from regions abroad, including the Middle East, North America, and Europe. The Artisan continues to attract a diverse range of artists from around the world.

The Theme of The Artisan Awards 2023 was indiamoderne – the world of art meets modern jewellery. The theme was further divided into three distinct categories with each focusing on different genre, namely, Art of Abstraction, Art of Sculpture, and Art of Print. Vipul Shah, Chairman, GJEPC, commented, “While India’s global leadership in the gem & jewellery business is an established fact, we need to shape the future where India is revered for its aesthetic artistry, design innovation and commitment to exquisite craftsmanship. To cater to the evolving demands of the global market, we need a fresh wave of young and talented designers who eulogise the preferences of the millennial and Generation Z consumers.

Their innovative approaches and creative sensibilities will shape the industry’s future trajectory.”Shah further added, “The Artisan Awards is one of the initiatives that nurtures talent, fuels inspiration, and encourages the next generation of jewellery designers to push the boundaries of their imagination. In a rapidly evolving gem and jewellery industry where innovation and fresh perspectives reign supreme, the Artisan Awards serves as a launching pad for emerging designers to make their mark.”The judging process of the Artisan Awards involved three phases, ensuring a comprehensive assessment of the jewellery pieces.

In the first round, the entries underwent a meticulous technical evaluation, focusing on their craftsmanship and technical excellence. This was followed by a second jury meet, where a panel of esteemed experts deliberated and shortlisted 28 final sketches that showcased exceptional creativity and innovation. In the final phase, the judging panel meticulously examined the 28 shortlisted designs, selecting the top 9 winning pieces that truly stood out in terms of their originality, aesthetic appeal, and ability to push the boundaries of jewellery design.

The esteemed jury members for the Artisan Awards 2023 were Mira Kapoor, Content Creator & Jewellery Connoisseur; Aparajita Jain, Director and Co-owner, Nature Morte Gallery; Priyanka Khanna, Author; Nikhil Mehra, Fashion Designer, Shantnu & Nikhil; Sajil Shah, Jewellery Artist & Founder, Sajjante; Pernia Qureshi, Co-Founder, Saritoria; and Sriram Natarajan, Managing Director, GIA India. Their profound expertise and discerning eye have played a pivotal role in recognizing the exceptional talents among our participants.

Milan Chokshi, Convener of the Promotion, Marketing & Business Development Sub-committee, GJEPC, added, “Every year, we strive to exceed expectations and inspire participants to unleash their creativity and showcase their individuality through The Artisan Awards. By pushing the boundaries of conventional jewellery-making, we seek to create designs that captivate both the domestic and global markets. GJEPC takes great pride in providing a platform for jewellery designers to express themselves and push their creative limits through this prestigious competition.

May the passion, dedication, and creativity of our talented designers ignite a flame within us all, propelling us to pursue excellence and redefine the boundaries of artistic expression.” Mira Kapoor, Content Creator & Jewellery Connoisseur commented, “Jewellery has always been integral to our culture, and we’ve seen it evolve over time. But if you want it to stay relevant, you require new minds with creative genius and a new vision. The Artisan Awards is actually spearheading this initiative, and lending support to jewellery designers to think out of the box, and not be limited by money or by what sells in the market, but just think freely when it comes to creativity. That’s when the magic happens. I’ve seen some truly unique pieces, which I’ve never seen before and I’m really happy to part of the jury. It’s great that GJEPC is giving this kind of platform to upcoming jewellery designers.”Mira further added, “As a jewellery aficionado, I am intrigued to see the kind of jewellery pieces coming out of our country.

Artisan Awards is the first step to creating a design sense or a design house or the one star jewellery designer that could be recognized from India, celebrating Indian craftmanship and the story that we have to tell as India on the canvas of jewellery.”Nikhil Mehra of Shantnu & Nikhil noted, “I think fashion and jewellery go really well together. In fact, post the making of our collections, there’s always a conversation on what kind of jewellery will go with the product. So, there’s a lot of synergy between the two streams. A lot of times, we also get inspired by jewellery. We have been hugely inspired by men’s jewellery and we started making brooches and buttons in 2015 and militarised them to glorify India through these accessories.

We may want to extend the journey in the future, and go into the precious jewellery space with matte gold. There is a huge opportunity in the men’s jewellery segment. The Artisan is an important platform of applauding great talent.”Pernia Qureshi was impressed by the entries in the first category, she shared her views about the Artisan Awards in general. “The abstractionism segment was very colourful, it was fun. Most of the pieces were well finished and wearable. Designers play a big role in translating ideas into actual pieces. It’s important to upskill and pay the designers well as they are the future of the jewellery industry.”Speaking like a true-blue gallerist, Aparijita Jain commented that “Art transcends or translates into many kinds of expression, jewellery being one of them.

It is interesting for designers to be inspired by different art forms. I am amazed at the transformation of pieces from the sketch to actual jewellery pieces. I think the finishing was brilliant.”Sriram Natarajan, Managing Director, GIA India said, “GIA India is pleased to support Artisan Awards – a platform created by the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) to unearth hidden talent and to unleash the potential of discovered talent. It’s interesting that the participation was in the form of 600 entries from 26 cities across four countries – a marker of the ever-increasing outreach of GJEPC for including the rapidly expanding Indian gem and jewellery industry’s members into all its initiatives.

During The Artisan Awards 2023, Millennials & Gen-Z designers have taken inspiration from some of the most cherished artworks in the world, across three categories: Abstract Paintings, Sculptures, and Prints. They have given their imagination a free rein and used visual references provided as a starting point to explore the rich world of innovative jewellery design. Literal recreations of the artworks, though welcome, are not a requirement.

Think form, think space, think shape, or think colour is the motto and the possibilities are endless.Here are the Winners & finalists of The Artisan Awards 2023:

——–Ramakant Munde Mumbai Representative

    

Celebrating Excellence GJEPC Unveils Artisan Awards 2023 Winners

Director Rakesh Sawant received Dadasaheb Phalke Film Foundation Award 2023 for Best Director by Mahima Chowdhary

This is India’s first such film which has won 55 international awards including the country including US, Canada, Greece, France, Nepal.

The Best Director award for the film ‘Mudda 370 J&K’ went to Bollywood’s renowned director Rakesh Sawant at the hands of Subhash Ghai’s Pardes heroine Mahima Chowdhary. Rakesh Sawant has been awarded the “Dadasaheb Phalke Film Foundation Award 2023”. The grand ceremony took place on 20th May at Mukesh Patel Auditorium Mumbai where Bollywood actress Mahima Chowdhary was the chief guest who handed over the important trophy to Rakesh Sawant with her own hands. Mudda 370 J&K is the first Indian film in 2023 to win 55 international awards including India, US, Canada, Greece, France, Nepal.

Rakhi Sawant has heartily congratulated her brother for this award. Along with this, Rakesh Sawant is also receiving congratulations and best wishes from many friends and celebrities associated with Bollywood.

Very excited to receive this award, Rakesh Sawant’s brother Rakesh Sawant said that this was the 55th award for my film ‘Mudda 370 J&K’. I feel proud to be honored by the name of Dadasaheb Phalke. All this has happened because of the love of the mother. Thank you very much to Mahima Chaudhary ji, I also express my gratitude to the organizers of the Dadasaheb Phalke Film Foundation Award 2023.

Please tell that Rakesh Sawant has directed many films in the Bollywood world and many of his projects are going to come in the future as well.

It is worth mentioning that the film Mudda 370 J&K starring Hiten Tejwani, Mohan Joshi, Zarina Wahab also had a special song by Rakhi Sawant which was sung by Asha Bhosle. Directed by Rakesh Sawant, this film narrates the burning issues of Kashmir and the pain of the exodus from Kashmir. What happened to the love story of a Kashmiri Pandit boy and a Kashmiri Muslim girl because of Article 370? This is shown in the film. Zarina Wahab has played the role of a Kashmiri Pandit for the first time in this. Manoj Joshi played the role of her husband. Singers like Asha Bhosle, Shaan, Palak Muchhal, Asees Kaur, Shahid Mallya, Muddasar Ali gave voice in the film.

    

Director Rakesh Sawant received Dadasaheb Phalke Film Foundation Award 2023 for Best Director by Mahima Chowdhary

Chief Minister Of Himachal Pradesh Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu Launch JOGIYA By Jagat Gautam Sharma

Chief Minister Thakur Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu released the video album ‘Jogiya’ produced by Jagat Gautam sharma Entertainment at Hotel Marina Shimla. On this occasion, the Chief Minister extended best wishes for the success of the album and appreciated the increasing popularity of Himachali artists at the national and international level. He said that all the artists who contributed to the album are from Himachal and through this album they have displayed their unique talent.

Thakur Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu, emphasizing on promoting the traditions and values of the state in Himachali music, said that through such efforts, where the young generation gets an opportunity to get acquainted with the cultural heritage of the land of God, the culture of Himachal is being promoted in the country and abroad. It will also help in making me popular. He also emphasized on the importance of hard work in achieving success in life. He inspired the youth to move ahead facing the challenges of life.

Earlier, the Chief Managing Director of the company Jagat Gautam welcomed the Chief Minister. Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Anirudh Singh, Chief Parliamentary Secretary Sanjay Awasthi, former Union Minister of State Deepa Das Munshi, MLA Kewal Singh Pathania, OSD to Chief Minister Gopal Sharma, Congress leader Vivek Sharma, Additional Deputy Commissioner Shimla Shivam Pratap Singh and others were present on the occasion. The owner of Dhamaka Records,Mumbai Mr. Paras Mehta was also present at this moment.

       

Chief Minister Of Himachal Pradesh Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu Launch JOGIYA By Jagat Gautam Sharma

Dadasaheb Phalke Film Foundation Awards 2023 Concluded In Mumbai

The prestigious award ceremony was held in Mumbai at Mukesh Patel auditorium JVPD juhu and was attended by several film celebrities and television personalities and Great Technitian and press editor

 attended the event including Saanand and Binafer Kohli, among others.

The Dadasaheb Phalke Film Foundation is known for not only promoting and supporting Indian film culture but also for its social services. While veteran filmmaker Ramesh Sippy was honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award, KC Bokadia was given an award for 50 Years Of Outstanding Contribution To Indian Cinema.

Here’s the complete list of winners from the event:

Buta Singh – Best Sound recordist

Chetan Sashital – Best Voice Artist

Jeevan M. Borkar – Best Makeup Artist

Kader Khan Zamir Ahmed Khan – Best Junior Artist

Rajendra Alguram Yadav – Best Dummy Effect Artist

Rakesh Sawant – Deserving director

S K Sharma – Best Editor

Sagar Das – Best Choreographer

Sham Sriram Sethi – Best Still Photographer

Sunil Rene – Best Dancer

Sunil Sethi – Art Media (P) limited

Shabbir Shaikh – Best Multimedia Organiser

Ali Ghani – Best Music Director & Singer

Nita Bajpai – Best Voice over Artist

Akash Adhikari – Nepal Best Actor/Director

Karishma Manandhar – Nepal Best Actress

Sudhakar Manjrekar – Best Art Director

Ustad Ghulam Abbas Khan – Best Singer

Jiten Purohit – Best Director

Keval Kumar and Dilip Sethi – Best Journalist

Ishrat Khan – Best Female Artist

Nandini Issar – Best Dubbing Artist

Lydia Dsouza – Best Female Artist

Dr Mukesh Kaneri – Best Screen Writer

Jay Prakash Srivastava  – Best Allied Mazdoor

Best Series – Rocket Boyz

Best Actor (Male) – Arshad Warsi

Best Actor (Female) – Aahana Kumara (India Lockdown)

Shefali Shah (Darlings/Human)

Best Supporting Actor

Shanthi Priya (Dharavi Bank), Abhishek Banerjee (Pataal Lok)

Ishwak Singh (Rocket Boyz)

Best Actor (Male) – Anupam Kher

Most Inspiring Actress – Mahima Chaudhry

Best Supporting Actor (Female) – Neena Gupta

Best Actor Negative – Abhimanyu Singh

Best Singer (Female) – Jyotica Tangri

Best Music Director – Amaal Malik (Saina)

Lifetime Achievement Award – Ramesh Sippy

50 Years Of Outstanding Contribution To Indian Cinema  – KC Bokadia,

GUJARATI CINEMA

Best Film

Fakt Mahilao Maate (Anand Pandit/Vaishal Shah),

Best Director – Jay Bodas (Fakt Mahilao Maate),

Best Actor (Male) – Yash Soni, Raunaq Kamdar Hitu Kanodia,

Best Actor (Female) – Janki Bodiwala, Deeksha Joshi,

MARATHI CINEMA

Best Film – Chandramukhi,

Best Director – Prasad Oak (Chandramukhi), Riteish Deshmukh (Ved),

Best Actor (Male) – Adinath Kothare,

Best Actor (Female) – Amruta Khanvilkar,

Outstanding Contribution in Marathi Cinema – Manasi Naik,

BHOJPURI CINEMA

Best Film – Aan Baan Shaan (Ajay Gupta/Vinod Gupta)

Best Director – Pramod Shashtri,

Best Actor (Male) – Ritesh Pande,

Best Actor (Female) – Kajal Yadav

TELEVISION

Best Serial –  Rajan Shahi,

Best Serial (Comedy) – Binafer Kohli,

Best Actor (Male) – Harshad Chopda,

Best Actor (Female) – Pranali Rathod,

Best Actor Comedy – Saanand Verma, Salim Zaidi

Best Actor Negative – Madalsa Sharma (Anupamaa)

Rising Star – Karanvir Sharma, Tinkuji

     

Dadasaheb Phalke Film Foundation Awards 2023 Concluded In Mumbai

8 Years Of Modi Sarkar Book Released In British Parliament

London, May 20, 2023 – A ground-breaking publication titled “8 years of Modi Sarkar: A Compilation of Achievements” has taken the Indian diaspora by storm as it was unveiled by Lord Rami Ranger in the prestigious House of Lords at the British Parliament in London. Authored by Sandeep Marwah, President of the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI), this monumental work sheds light on the remarkable accomplishments of the Indian government over the past eight years.

The release of this book marks a significant milestone as it represents the first-ever book on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to be presented within the esteemed halls of the House of Lords. The credit for this commendable feat goes to Sandeep Marwah, whose unwavering dedication and painstaking efforts have encapsulated the comprehensive range of India’s achievements between two hard covers.

Addressing the distinguished guests comprising London’s elite, Lord Rami Ranger expressed his astonishment at the depth and breadth of the accomplishments chronicled within the book. He acknowledged that prior to its publication, the true extent of India’s progress remained largely unknown, making this book an invaluable resource for individuals seeking to familiarize themselves with the government’s multifaceted endeavours.

Sandeep Marwah, speaking at the momentous occasion, emphasized the meticulousness employed in compiling the book’s contents. It features a lucid and concise writing style, presented in a point-wise, department-wise format to ensure accessibility and understanding for a diverse readership. Marwah further emphasized his desire for an international release, aiming to rectify the misinformation that has often permeated global perceptions of India’s accomplishments.

The first copy of the book was presented to the esteemed former President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, before being officially launched in London. The release of this seminal work is poised to illuminate the immense progress and development witnessed in India over the past eight years, dispelling misconceptions and fostering a deeper appreciation for the nation’s remarkable achievements.

“8 years of Modi Sarkar: A Compilation of Achievements” is set to serve as an authoritative reference for individuals, scholars, and policymakers, providing a comprehensive understanding of India’s transformative journey under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

8 Years Of Modi Sarkar Book Released In British Parliament

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