MUMBAI: Zee TV, India‘s largest media and entertainment conglomerate proudly announces the launch of the first ever dance show, Airtel Rock ‘N‘ Roll Family on Indian television that spans across generations. Three generations from one family come together and battle it out to be the proud recipients of the coveted ‘Rock-N-Roll Family‘. This show will be replacing Sa Re Ga Ma Pa in the weekend slot.

Commenting on the commencement of the most promising show on television, Tarun Mehra, Business Head, Zee TV said, "We were looking for a property that will offer a format which is refreshing and challenging at the same time. With Airtel Rock-N-Roll Family, we have the perfect combination of grit, determination, emotions and most importantly family bonding. With this our viewers will be treated to a different level of visual, delightful and emotional content."

The channel is excited and looking forward to start shooting with the esteemed jury that, for the very first time shall make their appearance in a reality show on Indian television - the effervescent Kajol, the indomitable Ajay Devgan and the beautiful Tanuja!!! With this trio as the permanent judges of the show, the content will be something to watch out for.

The channel has roped in Sharad Kelkar (Nahar of Saat Phere fame) as the anchor of the show. Sharad who himself is a staunch family man and essays a similar character on screen as well, is the right choice for a show that requires someone who can empathize with the participants.

A total of 12 families from across the country have been selected and they comprise of the grand parents, parents and grand children, all dancing together as a team. The format is unique and has all the elements of drama and suspense that is nicely layered with talent. Only the best family will take away the title of the Rock N Roll Family. The show will go on air from March 14th 2008 at Fri-Sat 10pm only on Zee TV.

MUMBAI: Lights?! Camera?and Action! After rigorous rounds of non-stop comic acts, mimicry, gags, pranks, tears, fears, funny and entertaining moments?the drama reaches its climax. . Bindass, a UTV venture and India‘s first local 360-degree entertainment youth brand today announce comedy gang ? Kool Kolkatans, winner of the coveted Bindass Idea Hass Ley India Comedy Gang War Contest. The Gang takes home a dazzling trophy and a ticket to act on UTV Motion Picture‘s forthcoming movie with a lucky chance to be part of the bollywood fraternity

Speaking on the occasion, Shekhar Suman, judge for the Comedy Gang War said, "The Kool Kolkatans truly deserve their win, though for us, all three finalists are winners. All these kids are fresh talent entering the industry. The team has performed consistently and has made us proud. We wish them all luck for their future and their film assignment."

Commenting on their achievement, the elated comedy gang winners said, "At first we were shocked to hear Shekhar Sumanji announce on the set that we had not won the competition. However, later on, we learnt that we had won & that he had played a prank on us. We thank Bindass and the entire production team for giving us the opportunity to showcase our talent on national television and we are eagerly looking forward to presenting our best comic act on film?so Bollywood here we come!"

The comedy gang of Kool Kolkatans includes Kapil Madnani a 23 year old professional DJ and second runner up of Mr. University - Kolkata who graduated last year in Commerce and is currently pursing his career in film and sound editing; Vineet a funky DJ and professional film editor who loves to see others laugh; Nitin Bararia a dedicated theatre artist who has won several awards as best actor and as a pre-eminent stand up comedian and; Abid, an independent lad with a dream to make it big in the film industry.

Judged by the Bindass duo, noted television personality Shekhar Suman and actor, director, theatre personality Makrand Despande, the show received enormous response from viewers and fans across the country. The entire series saw two rounds; Shoot at Site and Jaldi Jugaad being contested in each episode. While Shoot at Site was a pre-recorded gag, Jaldi Jugaad was an on-the-spot performance and had different themes for every episode. In addition, the finale episode saw the gangs presenting a fun-filled and hilarious dance performance on select Bollywood chart busters. Laced with mind boggling performances by the gangs, the finale was one of the most entertaining episodes to be remembered by all.

‘Idea Hass Ley India Comedy Gang‘ War kicked off beginning January this year with stand-up comic enthusiasts auditioning across Mumbai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Lucknow and Kolkata and giving their best comic acts to participate in this unique contest.

MUMBAI: For every Hollywood film buff in India, Arnold Schwarzenegger is synonymous with the word Terminator. Back in the eighties, the story of a cyborg sent back in time by the evil, intelligent machines of the 21st Century to assassinate an innocent woman, whose unborn child will pose a threat to their mission, was an instant hit with the audience. The film was relished over and over again with collective jaws dropping at every spell-binding special effect! Ever since, The Terminator has attained status of a cult, with each of its sequels turning out to be a mega blockbuster.

Hollywood has seen several successful TV series being made into films and vice versa. The latest to go on air on Indian television screens is an exciting TV series based on the Terminator, called Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles. Premiering on Tuesday, 11th March at 9 PM on Zee Caf?, the series is set in time right after Terminator 2: The Judgement Day. It kicks off when Sarah Connor stops running and goes on the offensive against the technological enemy bent on destroying her son?s life, and perhaps the world. The series premiered this January in the US and was #1 for it?s timeslot on Fox.

The premiere of the series throws up a host of questions for the die-hard Terminator fans. Will the series bring alive the magic of the motion pictures? Can the special effects on a television series match those on 70 mm? Can Lena Headey possibly slide into Linda Hamilton?s shoes and bring back the steely, gritty Sarah Connor? Will Arnold Schwarzenegger make a guest appearance on the show? If the reviews in the United States are anything to go by, the series is in a class of its own and worthy of the 18 million pairs of eyeballs glued to the telly screens each times it airs. And while Headey may have had big shoes to fill with Hamilton?s iconic portrayal, the British actress has proved that her performance as Queen Gorgo of ?300? was no fluke!

So don?t miss out on the exciting action as it unfolds on Zee Caf? starting 11th March at 9 PM.

MUMBAI: On completion of its first round of matches on the 1st and 2nd of March, Zee Super Sixes Corporate Cricket Challenge, today, saw acclaimed cricketer Vinod Kambli unveiling the grand rolling gold trophy alongwith the captains of the final teams. Adding glitter to an illustrious tournament, were stellar performances from the participants - over 400 employees from 50 of India‘s celebrated corporate houses. The event was held across three venues - Khar Gymkhana, Worli Sports Club and Oval Maidan. The final round of matches will be held under floodlights on 9th March, 2008, at the Police Gymkhana, 10 a.m. onwards.

On a historic day for Indian Cricket that saw India seniors clinching victory over rivals Australia and India juniors becoming the world champions, the corporate houses battled relentlessly to see their side through to the next stage. The corporate teams included Chateau Indage, CNBC TV 18, Outlook, McDonalds, Anchor and advertising firms Percept Holdings, Law & Kenneth and many more.

The 12 quarter-finalists - ICICI Prudential, Outlook, Space, Law & Kenneth, Percept Holdings, Anchor, Chateau Indage, Madison, Group M, Red FM, Rediffusion and Intelenet Global will feature in the final round. Each team will have a star player to boost their performances. Cricketing legends like Azharuddin, Russel Arnol, Arvinda D‘silva, Hemang Badani, Romesh Kaluwitharna, Vinod kambli, Upul Chandana, Rohan Gavaskar and Deep Das Gupta have been roped in to give the corporate teams the support they need to see them through to the next round.

The tournament, last year won by Percept, was a grand success and has received widespread appreciation from the corporate world this year as well. The final promises to be a mega event that will witness some of the biggest stars in cricket as well from the glamour world.

MUMBAI: Yet another musical treat from Star Plus is knocking at the door this weekend. Emotions are at its height as all the contestants & judges showcase the emotional theme of ?Bidaai?. But despite the episode being a tearjerker, the surprise celebrity guest ensures that all are smiling and enjoying the music. Neil Nitin Mukesh steals the show on the Friday episode as his presence sets the perfect mood for the evening and encourages the contestants to perform their best.

The performances of the contestants strike an emotional chord for all the judges ? Kunal Ganjawal, Pritam Chakroborthy and Shreya Ghosal. For the first time, the judges are seen reliving many poignant memories related to the theme. The pahari dragon Prakriti sings a very touchy song ?Babul jo tumne sikhaya?. Neil became really emotional as Prakriti sang and recalls the day that his sister got married since the same song was sung at her wedding. Sweet Soniya sings to the tunes of ?Likhnewale ne likh dale?. The only boy in the all-girls gang, Vyom Kapoor, sings ?Chalo doli uthao?. His day was made when Neil asked Vyom if he would sing for him in the future.

These songs remind Pritam & Kunal about their sister?s marriage and how much they miss their presence. Pritam said that he and his elder sister used to fight like cats and dogs and that he sobbed endlessly when she got married. Kunal recollected the way his sister, who?s now in the US, used to complain to his mother saying that their mother loved Kunal more. Shreya Ghoshal sings ?Ab ke baras bhej bhaiyya ko babul?, but breaks down in the middle as she?s unable to control her emotions. She?s requests the Chhote Ustaad participants not to forget her and to always stay in touch with her. To add on to the heart wrenching evening, Anwesha sings ?Yeh galiyan yeh chaubara? and Aishwariya leaves everyone awestruck with the wonderful melody ?Agle janam mohe bitiya na kijo?.

These performances by the ?little wonders? has Neil Nitin Mukesh completely enthralled and mesmerized. The proud parents of the Chhote Ustaads? also contribute to make this Friday evening an emotional and a memorable musical night for all.

This episode is also the elimination episode and one among the Top 5 ? Aishwarya, Anwesha, Vyom, Soniya and Prakriti ? loses out on winning the title of Chhote Ustad. Catch the drama of the shocking elimination even as Pritam stomps out of the sets. Who will be eliminated?

So stay tuned to catch the handsome hunk, Neil Nitin Mukesh, watch the talented ?little wonders? with absolute wonder on Amul Star Voice of India ? Chhote Ustaad, Fri, March 7th, 10 p.m. only on Star Plus.