Once upon a time, walking was sort of cool. Back in the 1980s, when indoor shopping malls were the mecca of society, organized walks looping around the food court, merry-go-round, and Contempo Casuals were a major thing. And, when the Sony Walkman exploded around the same time, power walks fueled by tunes were definitely on-trend. But, like many of the exercise fads of the era — Jazzercise and step aerobics included — the allure of walking faded over the years. From the ‘90s to the 2000s, people began to favor more intense cardio-based and sculpting workouts. There was the rise of spinning.
Once upon a time, walking was sort of cool. Back in the 1980s, when indoor shopping malls were the mecca of society, organized walks looping around the food court, merry-go-round, and Contempo Casuals were a major thing. And, when the Sony Walkman exploded around the same time, power walks fueled by tunes were definitely on-trend. But, like many of the exercise fads of the era — Jazzercise and step aerobics included — the allure of walking faded over the years. From the ‘90s to the 2000s, people began to favor more intense cardio-based and sculpting workouts. There was the rise of spinning.
Once upon a time, walking was sort of cool. Back in the 1980s, when indoor shopping malls were the mecca of society, organized walks looping around the food court, merry-go-round, and Contempo Casuals were a major thing. And, when the Sony Walkman exploded around the same time, power walks fueled by tunes were definitely on-trend. But, like many of the exercise fads of the era — Jazzercise and step aerobics included — the allure of walking faded over the years. From the ‘90s to the 2000s, people began to favor more intense cardio-based and sculpting workouts. There was the rise of spinning.
Once upon a time, walking was sort of cool. Back in the 1980s, when indoor shopping malls were the mecca of society, organized walks looping around the food court, merry-go-round, and Contempo Casuals were a major thing. And, when the Sony Walkman exploded around the same time, power walks fueled by tunes were definitely on-trend. But, like many of the exercise fads of the era — Jazzercise and step aerobics included — the allure of walking faded over the years. From the ‘90s to the 2000s, people began to favor more intense cardio-based and sculpting workouts. There was the rise of spinning.
Zirakpur, May 8, 2022:To raise awareness about and funds for differently-abled children -a special fashion runway show ‘Empower Diva 2022’ was held at Ramada Plaza, here. The glamorous event was organised by Rotary Zirakpur, NGO Empower and Elevate Wellness Club, Panchkula.
More than 35 well-known actresses and models and ‘Ms Elevate Diva’ winners did the ramp walk for this noble cause at the event. Renowned celebrities include, Manya Pathak, Zee TV actress who was seen in Hindi reality TV Show on Zee5 – ‘Dilli Darlings’ , actress Yamini Singh who is presently working in Star Plus show ‘Kabhi Kabhi Ittefaq Se’, she has featured in the film ‘Pagglait’ too, also sashayed down the ramp with the differently-abled kids at the event.
A special child performs to raise awareness about and funds for differently-abled children at a special fashion runway show ‘Empower Diva 2022’ held at Ramada Plaza on May 07, 2022.
Addressing the media, on the sidelines of the mega event, Sharmita Bhinder, Founder of the NGO Empower said, “We are extremely delighted and overwhelmed to see the response to the event. Today’s event’s aim was to bring special children on a common platform and give them a different exposure and bring joy to their lives. As the core motive of the event was to raise the funds for special children, the amount collected from the event will be used for medications, workshops, education and family support to needy special children.”
Special children, models, and actresses too took part in the press conference to share greater details of the event with the media.
Yamini Singh said,”NGO Empower has taken a great initiative by organising this unique event. All sections of society need to spread awareness about issues faced by special children. Such examples need to be emulated by others so that more resources are generated for the betterment and growth of differently-abled kids.”
Sharmita Bhinder, Founder of the NGO Empower, Manya Pathak, Zee TV actress and actress Yamini Singh alongwith models and special children at a press conference
Manya Pathak congratulated the organisers for showing sensitivity to the cause of special children. “The event gave a scintillating platform to differently-abled children to showcase their talent. This is praiseworthy”
Proving their mettle with sheer talent, special children enlivened the event with their awe-inspiring performances, which stole the heart of the audience present at the event. Vaibhav Singh, Sahibjit Khaira, Akshay Luthra, and Yesheevardanbir Singh Rathore were the special children who performed. Moreover, the special kids also did a ramp walk which was the highlight of the event. Rotary’s District Governor Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh Ajay Madan and his wife Savita Madan were also present on the occasion. Many senior Rotarians too participated. Rotary also announced an educational programme for children. Expressing his gratitude, Raj Gupta, Founder of Elevate Wellness Club and President of Rotary, Zirakpur said, “I want to thank all the guests and sponsors for their immense contribution. Besides fundraising, our aim was to create awareness in the society to build an understanding and accepting community-integrated well with children who are differently-abled.”
Others who were associated with this fashion event were Sifat by Manisha Windlass as Jewellery Partner; Happy Strings as Event Management Partner; Kaya Glow as beauty partner, Sanu ki eco store, Omika, and The Narrators were gifting partners and INIFD was the design partner. Madrina Films (USA), Tranza Studios, Mehar, and JP Hospital were the main sponsors.
Many more renowned names of the entertainment industry participated in the event, these included – Ruby Singh, Mrs. India 2017, actor Ebadat Bhandari, Sonu Hurria who is the current Mrs India Royale 2022, Neelam Garg, a renowned model and choreographer, Tarvinder Kaur, Mrs. Inspirational India 2019, etc. In fact, Ruby Singh, Neelam Garg, Tarvinder Kaur and other Mrs. India’s helped in the management of the event. Rachna Narang, an educationist, and Saahir Banwait were host and emcee respectively. Rocky Tapia was the choreographer for the show, Martin was the DJ, and performances by famous young artists Samayra and Lavi Tibbi were also held.
In Punjabi film industry’s illustrious history, sadly there have been only a few films that have left an indelible mark on the viewers’ conscience. But, Chann Pardesee (1981) is a huge exception. Not as far as its technically superior production is concerned, but also some towering performances matched with an intelligibly believable storyline. Never before and never after have we seen such raw talent on the silver screen with some memorable performances in the shape of Amrish Puri (Jagirdar), Kulbhushan Kharbanda (Nek), Raj Babbar (Laali), Tulsi (Om Puri), Rama Vij (Kammo).
In Punjabi film industry’s illustrious history, there have been only a few films that have left an indelible mark on the viewers’ conscience. But, Chann Pardesi (1981) is a huge exception. Not only for its technically superior production is concerned, but also some towering performances matched with an intelligibly believable storyline.
The film has now been remastered and releasing worldwide tomorrow – 27 May, in cinemas all over the globe.
Never before and never after have we seen such raw talent on the silver screen with some memorable performances in the shape of Amrish Puri (Jagirdar), Kulbhushan Kharbanda (Nek), Raj Babbar (Laali), Tulsi (Om Puri), Rama Vij (Kammo).
It is also pertinent to mention here, that all these actors named above then made a huge mark in Bollywood, where they swayed the audience with their histrionics, which further translated into successful careers.
The way the director, Chitraarth Singh, treated such a delicate and bold subject is a lesson to be learnt, especially by today’s film makers, who live in a world of ‘make-believe’ and haughtily boast that the viewers will lap whatever they will show on the screen. How wrong can anybody be?
Actually, today’s film makers will do a huge service to themselves and the industry by using this film as a benchmark and case study. Besides the story, Chann Pardesi can also boast of some melodious music and exquisite cinematography despite the technical limitations of those times. This movie has been able to keep its memories fresh even after 40 years of its release and over the period of time the bond is still growing even more stronger.
And by the way, Chann Pardesi was also the first Punjabi film to win a well-deserving National Film Award.
It’s great that the makers of CHANN PARDESI have remastered and released the film again today to would like to again request the producers to prove to the audience as to what the true power of cinema is, which was perfectly understood and harnessed by a behemoth called Chann Pardesi.
One can easily say that what ‘Mother India’ is for Bollywood, ‘Chann Pardesee’ is for our Ballewood.
In the melodious voice of Jass Manak, the makers of the upcoming Punjabi movie, Lover, have released a soulful romantic song called, Pyar Karda.
While the film releases on 1st July 2022, this romantic song gives a nice glimpse into what to expect from this forthcoming Punjabi movie.
Starring popular Punjabi singer, Guri in the lead role along with the gorgeous young actress Ronak Joshi, Lover has been produced under Geet MP3 banner.
The song Pyar Karda’s music has been given by Sherry Nexus Official while the heart-touching lyrics have been penned by Babbu.
Check out the video of the song ‘Pyar Karda’ from the movie Lover here :
According to KV Dhillon, the producer, Lover is a tragic love story of a school-going boy and girl. It’s a heart-touching romantic film that will strike a chord in everyone’s heart.
Meanwhile, coming to the credits, the upcoming film Lover has been directed by Khushpal Singh and Dilsher Singh. Released by GeetMp3 the film stars Yashpal Sharma, Avtar Gill, Rupinder Rupi, Karan Sandhawaliya, Raj Dhaliwal, Harmandeep, Harsimran Oberoi, and many other ace artistes of the Punjabi industry.
JM Financial Mutual Fund has announced the relocation of its branch in Chandigarh. The new branch at Chandigarh Business Centre, Sec 22 was inaugurated by Seemant Shukla, Chief Business Officer, JM Financial Asset Management Ltd. Later Seemant Shukla along with senior company officials of JM Financial Asset Management – Atul Sharma, Cluster Head and Jitesh Sood , North Head addressed the media at Hotel Hometel.
Shukla said that the new branch marks the next phase of growth for JM Financial Mutual Fund which aims to serve the growing financial investment needs of the investors across Chandigarh, Mohali, Panchkula and the northern region. Chandigarh being the twin capital of Punjab and Haryana offers the company strategic access and outreach, 2 to the HNI segment, added Seemant.
While sharing his views on investment options, Seemant Shukla, Chief Business Officer JM Financial Asset Management Ltd said, “SIP’s – Systematic Investment Plans are a good investment option in the current market scenario. Even market volatility turns in one’s favour when one invests in SIP’s. SIP’s gives one an advantage of rupee cost averaging which means fixed amount of money is invested at regular intervals irrespective of whether the markets are going high or low.”
Seemant shared some interesting figures of mutual funds growth in Chandigarh. In 2017, the AUM in mutual funds of Chandigarh has grown quite well in last 4-5 yrs and from approximate AUM of Rs 11000 to12000 Crores, is now around 17000-18000 crs in FY2022 which shows significant growth. The larger part of AUM growth contributed by Equity Funds AUM growth.
“We find that Chandigarh is a market-driven by high net worth individuals (HNIs’) & Retail Category and we plan to tap these segment with a clear focus,” added Shukla.
JM Financial Asset Management Ltd is presently focusing on further growing its market penetration and partners engagement & client service. The branch relocation is a part of that growth strategy and enables it to target broader market segments spread across the industrial hub of Ludhiana and service class cities like Ambala and Jalandhar.
Speaking at the occasion, Seemant Shukla, Chief Business Officer, JM Financial Asset Management Ltd said further, “The relocation of our Chandigarh branch reinforces our commitment importance of Chandigarh and Punjab market in our future growth plans. The new premises will help us to connect with our partners and investor in a more convenient and easy way. We look forward to expanding further into the northern market, the Lucknow branch being next in the pipeline.”
Dev Kharoud, who took the Punjabi film industry by storm four years back with his blockbuster hit Dakuaan Da Munda is now back with a bang with its second installment. The trailer of DDM2 has been released and is already garnering thunderous applause from ardent cinema fans.
Like the first instalment, the sequel will also see Dev Kharoud leading from the front. As far as the lead actress is concerned, this time it’s going to be Punjabi actress Japji Khaira, who had mightily impressed everyone last time in her heartwarming performance in Gippy Grewal’s Ardaas Karaan in 2019.Produced under the banners of Dream Reality Movies and Omjee Star Studios, the film has been directed by Mandeep Benipal.
Produced under the banners of Dream Reality Movies and Omjee Star Studios, the film has been directed by Mandeep Benipal.
The three minute long trailer of Daakuan Da Munda 2 shows an amalgamation of intense emotions covering various aspects of life including love, friendships, politics and much more.
Chandigarh, April 29, 2022: Khosa Cine Corporation and Punjeeri Production – Desi Valaitiye, UK will be presenting ‘Jind Tere Naa’, a musical love story Punjabi film, which will be shot in the United Kingdom for 22 days. The poster of the movie, whose shooting will be completed by August-end, was also unveiled by the production team of ‘Jind Tere Naa’. Actresses Tamanna Sodi and Monika Sharma also took part in the unveiling of the upcoming film’s poster.
“It will be a real musical love story Punjabi film which the audience will certainly like,” said Baljinder Singh Khosa, owner of Khosa Cine Corporation and producer, during a media interaction at Chandigarh Press Club, here.
The story of the movie has been written by RP Singh, who is also the director and lyricist of the film. Sanjeev Bhanot, owner of Punjeeri Production – Desi Valaitiye, will take care of shooting permissions etc in the UK. The creative director of the film is Pardeep Singh Dhall and Assistant Directors are R Jassi, Gaggi Singh and Devender Singh Virdi, Technical Head.
Advocate P. M.P Singh of Punjab and Haryana High Court, is the legal consultant for the project. All these people associated with the project were present in the press meet held to announce the movie -‘Jind tere Naa.’
Speaking on the occasion, RP Singh, who has also written and directed short films for Doordarshan like ‘Raftaar’, ‘Adhoora Sach’, ‘Short Cut’, serial ‘Jeevan Saathi’, ‘Shaadi Laal’, etc said that ‘Jind Tere Naa’ is going to set multiple examples in terms of theme, music, direction and dialogue. “The film will be a healthy family entertainer,” said Singh.
Reflecting on the film, R P Singh added, “’Jind Tere Naa’ veers around the story of the young generation. Everybody thinks that youngsters in Punjab are crazy for going and settling abroad, which is not 100 per cent true. People are also leading a very good life here in India, especially in Punjab. They have very deep roots here and don’t want to leave their soil. This is also a reality.”
Khosa said that the film will be an eye-opener for many people who are carrying the same wrong impression that youth in Punjab are hell-bent upon having their foothold abroad. “It is not like that. It is a matter of choice. The young generation is quite engrossed in the values and ethos of Punjab and Punjabiyat,” he added.
On the collaboration with Punjeeri Production – Desi Valaitiye, UK, Khosa said: “It is like giving back to society and the roots you belong to. Punjabi Diaspora has a great liking and attachment with the land of their birth. The spirit of giving back to the roots is quite strong among the Punjabi Diaspora.”
Added Bhanot: “We are extremely delighted to have joined hands with Khosa Cine Corporation. Punjeeri Production – Desi Valaitiye will be promoting productions of Khosa Cine Corporation in the UK and worldwide. It is a positive sign. We wish to strengthen the dynamics associated with Punjabi movies.”
Creative Director Pardeep Singh Dhall said, “Punjabi films have come ofage and now even offshore production houses are showing interest in Punjabi films. Punjeeri Production – Desi Valaitiye is UK based but is showing interest in Punjabi films. The credit also goes to Punjabi Diaspora, which is accelerating the growth of Punjabi cinema. As a result, Canada and the UK have turned into fertile markets for Punjabi films.”
Dhall revealed that almost 70 per cent of the film will be shot in India, mainly Punjab and the rest 30 per cent in the UK.
