• 'The Closer' premieres on 28 October only on Star World

    Submitted by ITV Production on Oct 25, 2007

    MUMBAI: Star World presents an American television police drama series ‘The Closer‘ starring 2007 Golden Globe? Best Actress winner Kyra Sedgwick. The show focuses on a tough-talking Atlanta detective, Deputy Police Chief Brenda Leigh Johnson, who moves to LA to head a Priority Homicide Division handling sensitive, high-profile murder cases. Despite a tendency to step on people‘s toes, Johnson manages to convert even her strongest adversaries with her unique ability to get to the truth. Make sure you tune-in to the exciting new series ‘The Closer‘, which premiers this Sunday, October 28th at 10 p.m. on Star World.

    Although Brenda Leigh Johnson‘s (Kyra Sedgwick) hard-nosed, take-no-prisoners approach to her job rubs her colleagues the wrong way, they know that she will do whatever it takes to uncover the truth. Her reputation as one of the world‘s best interrogators eventually helps her win over even her toughest critics.

    When The Closer debuted in the US, it attracted over 7 million viewers and earned critical acclaim. "The number one reason the show is so successful is, of course, Kyra Sedgwick," explains executive producer James Duff. "She makes Brenda come alive for people. And since Brenda is what the show is all about, that‘s got to be the connection the audience feels the most."

    So make sure you tune in to the all new series "The Closer" this Sunday, October 28th at 10 p.m. only on Star World.

  • Shekhar Suman and Atif Aslam on Amul Star Voice of India

    Submitted by ITV Production on Oct 25, 2007

    MUMBAI: As the country?s favorite singing talent hunt show, Amul Star Voice of India, is steadily proceeding towards its finale, the exhilaration & anxiety is also gearing up.To bring an air of fun & humor this weekend, Amul Star Voice of India will present the laughter king Shekhar Suman & the youngest sensational singer Atif Aslam. While Friday will be a mixture of fun & music, Saturday will showcase the Bollywood beauty Diya Mirza & the very talented Manoj Bajpayi as celebrity guests on the sets of Amul Star Voice of India.

    The evening will kick start with the rocking performances of Atif with his hits ?Tere Bin? & a number from his latest album ?Meri Kahani?. This will be followed by the magnetic performances of the five finalists of the show ? Irfan, Ishmeet, Abhaas, Toshi and Harshit. Each of the competitors will showcase their musical talents by singing two songs each ? one song from the old golden Bollywood days and the other from the latest hits. Each contestant will give their best to secure their position in the next round of Amul Star Voice of India as each of chase their dreams to be the ?Voice of India?.

    Irfan will start off the old melody round with the famous Dev Anand?s song ?Jiya Ho Jiya? which will prompt Shekhar Suman to appreciate his style & flamboyance. The ?Punjab Di Puttar? Ishmeet will lend his sweet voice to the old hit ?Mai Jat Yamla?. Abhaas will be highly praised for singing the very famous Shammi Kapoor?s song ?Yahoo?Koi Mujhe Jangli Kahe?. The energy and gusto of Abhaas will catch the eyeballs of all the judges. Toshi will perform with the spectacular hit ?Yeh Reshmi Julfe?. To complete the golden era of Bollywood, Harshit will lend his voice to the all time favorite of Amitabh Bachchan - ?Thodi Si Jo Pi Li Hai?.

    The old melody round will be followed by new hit numbers of Bollywood. Ishmeet will sway the audiences with the song ?Sitaro ki Mehfil? while Irfan will sweep away the judges with the thrill of the song ?Tadap Tadap?. Toshi will make a mark with the latest hit ?Main Jahan Rahu? and Harshit will sing to the tune of the brand new song ?Ankhon Mein Teri?. Last but not the least the youngest contestant, Abhaas will gain high accolades as he will perform to the hit number ?Tanahai?.

    Each finalist of Amul Star Voice of India will perform their best to overcome all obstacles and reach the zenith. In this tension filled environment Shekhar Suman will be the perfect stress buster. His jovial, compelling presence and ?hasi ka tadka? will not only set an air of relieve amongst the contestants but will also inspire and energize them to perform better with more enthusiasm. Every contestant will be hopeful to make their dreams come true in Amul Star Voice of India.

    So stay tuned and don?t miss the excitement gearing up on Amul Star Voice of India, Fri & Sat, Oct 26th & 27th, 10 p.m. only on Star Plus.

  • B4U Music commissions special song for Diwali

    Submitted by ITV Production on Oct 25, 2007

    MUMBAI: B4U Music, the UK‘s number one Asian channel, announces the commissioning of a song for Diwali this year - the first of its kind in the Asian Music industry

    The single on the lines of the Christmas singles released every year is slated to top the charts this Diwali and reflects B4U Music‘s commitment to innovation in contemporary Music.

    Titled Diwali Aaayi Re, it will be showcased at Diwali on the square - one of the biggest cultural events outside India taking place in Trafalgar Square, London on 28th October 2007 ,which is being sponsored by B4U Network.

    Composed and sung by Karunya, the song which has a catchy tune and upbeat music is on its way to become the anthem during this festive season. And the gifted singer is undoubtedly over the moon, "I have composed and sang Diwali Aaayi Re exclusively for B4U viewers keeping in mind the festive spirit of the season. I look forward to more such endeavours with the channel. I wish you all a very Happy Diwali and hope you enjoy the song as much as I did." He said

    Karunya who made his debut in Bollywood with Aane Charane in Lage Raho Munnabhai, also features in the video of the song along with B4U VJ‘s Salil and Khushboo.

    Directed by Madhu Sarkar, sister of Pradeep Sarkar (director of Parineeta, Laga Chunari Mein Daag) and choreographed by the talented Fatima Khanam [assistant of Farah Khan in Main Hoon Na] the song will be shown on B4U Music in India, UK, USA, South Africa, UAE and Canada on 26th October 2007 and will also be played on radio stations across the world "B4U is proud to be the only television network to have commissioned a special song for Diwali "said Sunil Rohra, CEO, B4U Network "The song with its captivating music and cheerful tune will certainly warm the hearts of people all over the world this festive season."he added.

  • Watch Episode 10 of Salaam Zindagi

    Submitted by ITV Production on Oct 24, 2007

    MUMBAI: This episode of Salaam Zindagi takes a look at the reality behind the stereotyped bitter-sweet relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law immortalised by the daily soap operas.

    Watch NDTV India‘s Naghma Sahar share the real and reel experiences of television personas like Deepshikha and the star-cast of popular serial ?Teen Bahuraniya?. The show will discuss at length, the compatibility and bitterness involved in this relationship shared by mother-in-laws and their daughter-in-laws, on ?Salaam Zindagi? only on NDTV India at 02:00 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2007.

  • Red FM now brings Red Mike on the streets of Mumbai

    Submitted by ITV Production on Oct 24, 2007

    MUMBAI: Red FM Mumbai, the station of expression for millions of music lovers now empowers the listeners of Red FM with the ?Red Mike? - a tool that will give them an opportunity to bajaao issues relevant to them!!! A Series of on-ground activities have been planned to bring alive the RED MIKE in the lives of Mumbaikars. Right from playing their favourite music to bajaaoing issues, Red FM listeners can now experience the brand attitude of the radio station in their daily lives.

    Every week on the radio station, Red Mike has been bajaaoing three issues selected by Mumbaikars, and has received tremendous response from the listeners so far. The on-ground activities are an extension of the on-air experience that will now touch listeners directly in their day to day life. On ground initiatives like Red Mike Float, Red Mike Booths and Red Mike Gold Cabs have created a buzz across every nook and corner of the city. Red Mike Booths have been placed in Malls and multiplexes across town, wherein anybody can walk in and record their comment on the issues of the week or simply request a song on Red FM.

    All the activities have been designed so as to reach listeners right at their doors! The Red Mike Gold Cabs and Float will travel across all major Malls, Housing Societies, Colleges and Hangouts of Greater Mumbai covering areas from Borivali, Kandivali, Malad, Goregaon, Andheri, Santacruz, Vile Parle, Four Bungalows, Bandra, Manish Nagar, Chembur, Ghatkopar, Sion, Matunga, Thane and Vashi.

    Commenting on the campaign, Red FM Mumbai, Station & Marketing Head, Anuj Singh said, ?In a scenario where all radio station promise interactivity and engagement with listeners, RED MIKE distinguishes itself from all these promises. RED MIKE is not just about interactivity? it is literally AN EXPERIENCE touching all the senses of our listeners? where they look, feel, touch, listen and talk to the radio station directly.?

    Adding further, he said, ? Through the on-ground intitiatives surrounding Red Mike? We reach our listeners instead of them reaching us! It is this spririt of bringing alive the brand experience for our listeners that has hugely contributed to the leadership position of the radio station so far!?

    In tune with the sprit of Red Mike, the station also launches the ?Red FM Filmy Fry? ? an attempt to bring the best of Bollywood for its listeners in true Bajaate Raho style. Red Filmy Fry will now invite 10 lucky listeners every week to watch the week?s latest release with Red FM?s Filmy Fry experts, and give their reviews of the film on the Red Mike. Listeners can participate by simply SMSing FILMY to 58558.

    Red Mike Campaign has taken a complete 360 degree approach, across outdoor, print, online, channel partnerships, on-air innovations and various on-ground promotions at direct consumer touch points weaving in greater interactivity with the listeners.

     
  • Get Lucky on eBay India this festive season

    Submitted by ITV Production on Oct 24, 2007

    MUMBAI: eBay India, India‘s leading online marketplace, invites all shoppers to get lucky this festive season with a unique offer for all online shoppers. Get Lucky on eBay India and win exclusive eBay Gift Vouchers offering eBay users upto 50% off on all their purchases.The eBay Get Lucky campaign starts on October 24, 2007 and is available through the festive season until November 22, 2007.

    Your good luck charm has worked wonders?and you are about to Get Lucky! Log on to www.ebay.in/getlucky, submit your eBay user id and win for the first time ever, exclusive eBay Gift Vouchers offering up to 50% off on numerous products across various categories. Complementing the gift vouchers are a variety of other prizes to be won: 5 Mitashi DVD players, 3 Nokia mobiles, 1 Sahara Laptop, 2 IFB Microwaves, 3 Sangini Diamond rings, 10 Wills Lifestyle t-shirts amongst many others.

    Rathin Lahiri, CMO, eBay India said, "We are delighted to offer a unique chance for online shoppers to Get Lucky this festive season. Whether you are buying a gift for a loved one or treating yourself to a great gadget or lifestyle product, eBay is sure to provide the online shopper with thousands of great deals and unmatched variety."

    Get showered with compliments as it rains Gift Vouchers this festive season on eBay India, India‘s leading online marketplace. Get Lucky will showcase everything from diamond jewellery & rings, bracelets & necklace sets, apparel and household appliances and personal gadgets and accessories.

    Log on to www.ebay.in/getlucky for unmatched deals & variety this festive season.

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