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

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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

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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

 

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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.

 

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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

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