Mumbai: Korean Cultural Centre India finally finished the full fledge K-pop Concert Tour of N-Sonic band with a fan signing activity in the national capital after the overwhelming performance at IIM Ahmedabad, SRM University Chennai and IIT Guwahati. The globally popular music phenomenon, K-POP 2015 Concert Tour in India was the first of its kind in the country with the band performed at Chaos Festival, IIM Ahmedabad, Milan Festival, SRM University Chennai and Alcheringa, IIT Guwahati and concluded their tour with a fan signing meet at the Korean Cultural Centre, New Delhi.

The band of six boys; J. Heart, Sihoo, Byeol, Minkee, Black J. and Zion ? N-Sonic, with their tremendous talent and unwavering energy, evoked vociferous applause from the crowd and won over several hearts all in the matter of an hour.During the interaction N-Sonic confessed that they love India very much and they would love to come back again in the future.

Korean Cultural Centre India, Director, Kim Kum Pyoung said, ?On the cultural front, K-POP as a juggernaut of Korean soft-power is something we were very keen on introducing in India.?

He revealed that the vision & future of K-POP in India that totally depends on public's demand. K-POP is the popular music genre from South Korea, consisting of dance-pop, pop ballad, electronic, rock, hip-hop, R&B, etc. The K-POP musical movement started in Korea in 1990s and has swept the world through the ?Korean Wave?. Today, K-POP has entrenched itself as a bona fide phenomenon in Asia and is rapidly extending its reach to new markets.

One of Korea?s new and upcoming K-POP bands, N-Sonic had attended the K-POP audition held in India last year as judges and their presence had created a buzz like none other.

Enthused by the response of the Indian audiences, the Korean band will be performing in India this year around in a K-POP tour concert. With Psy's 'Gangnam Style' going viral in 2012, Korean pop music gained international recognition with N-Sonic ushering in the K-POP phenomenon through their visit which created huge turnouts during the K-POP final auditions held in the country?s capital on August 2014.

Kashmiri food, Gudjrati thali, Asian delicacy and Thai curry are some of the top culinary delights of the media personalities. To find out more watch, Anupama Chopra, JD Majethia, Prasana Krishnan, Monica Tata & Rajat Barjatya reveal their favourite lip smacking dishes. 

The second episode of Talking Point with Ritwika Gupta features one of the most prominent film critics in the country - Anupama Chopra. Anupama reveals that her husband and award-winning filmaker, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, has been her biggest inspiration. A film enthusiast, book author and television presenter by profession, Anupama shares her experiences in the industry, talks about her wonderful voyage and how she manages to juggle the multiple roles in her life.

MUMBAI: The Ritz-Carlton, Bali opened on 2 February 2015, marking the brand?s grand return to the idyllic island as a unique, luxurious and locally-inspired resort, set amidst the dramatic cliffs and pristine beaches of southern Bali.

Located in Sawangan, Nusa Dua, The Ritz-Carlton, Bali is set on 12.7 hectares of expansive and beautifully manicured beach-front and cliff-top land. With 313 hotel rooms, including 34 cliff top and ocean view villas, the luxury resort offers a dramatic location along the sweeping coastline of Nusa Dua?s southern tip.  Of its many memorable features, the 180-degree unobstructed views of the Indian Ocean are undeniably a highlight, with a 70 meter high glass elevator providing guests with access to the beach, ensuring views of the lush landscape and exquisite scenery are strikingly omnipresent.

The Ritz-Carlton, Bali embodies the brand?s dedication to iconic service, whilst combining the warmth and spirituality of true Indo-Balinese hospitality, set to attract global affluent travelers from couples, bridal parties and honeymooners, to group, meetings and conference guests. The hotel is located 30 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport and is just minutes away from the Jimbaran Bay, Pecatu and Uluwatu area, as well as cultural sites including Jatiluwih and Ubud.

The luxury resort reinforces The Ritz-Carlton?s commitment to inspiring life's most meaningful journeys, with authentic and harmonious experiences and indigenous design elements.  Embracing local symbolism, a central theme to the property is the Tree of Life, known to locals as ?Kalpataru?, which represents strength, wisdom, and beauty, and is prevalent throughout the resort and grounds, providing the fullest appreciation for the beauty of life.  D?cor is ?Anyaman? style, coupled with design influences from local craftsmen and the surrounding landscape, creating an exceptional environment that is as elegant as it is rustic.

Led by a highly skilled culinary team, The Ritz-Carlton, Bali features six restaurants and lounges, offering an authentic gastronomic journey, combining the finest local ingredients with international influences. Bejana, the property?s soon-to-open Indonesian restaurant, will offer the Culinary Cave ? a unique epicurean learning experience with programs personally tailored to suit groups and individuals. The Beach Grill, set along the shore, offers seafood and grill specialties alongside stunning views of the Indian Ocean. The innovative food and beverage portfolio is completed by Raku, a Japanese Lounge & Bar, The Ritz-Carlton Lounge & Bar, which serves the finest selections of premium tea, Senses, an all day dining restaurant, and Breezes Tapas Lounge which serves light snacks and Tapas by the pool.

The Ritz-Carlton Club Level includes a private pool and sun deck exclusively for club guests, whilst The Ritz-Carlton Spa, opening soon, will offer a distinctive wellness experience that is truly Balinese in nature. Surrounded by lush foliage, the spa will consist of 14 serene treatment rooms seamlessly incorporating indoor and outdoor spaces. A stunning oceanfront wedding chapel makes the property the venue of choice for island weddings, while meeting facilities for up to 200 guests provide for an endless variety of corporate and private events.

Exec Lifestyle?s Weekend Watch recommends and previews the television shows and films that you simply cannot miss! For this weekend (6-8 February 2015), catch the Filmfare Awards on Sony TV along with the Barclays Premier League on Star Sports. If you are a movie buff, don?t miss out on Amitabh Bachchan?s Shamitabh and The Boy Next Door starring Jennifer Lopez.

Television ...

Filmfare Awards

The 60th Britannia Filmfare Awards 2014 will be telecast on 8 February, 2015 at 8 pm on Sony Entertainment Television. Catch the biggest names from the Hindi film industry taking the honor back home. Karan Johar and funny man Kapil Sharma will host the show. Electrifying performances by Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Arjun Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Shraddha Kapoor and Salman Khan are also in store.

The Lunch Box Premiere
The Lunchbox  is a well-told old-fashioned romance, which gracefully takes us through the trials, tribulations, fears and hopes of everyday people in this glamour-filled city of Mumbai. It also brings back memories of the days when people used to communicate through hand-written letters, when the world had not heard of cell phones or emails. It is the story of loneliness faced by two different individuals who get in touch with each other through the mistaken delivery of a lunchbox by the famous and efficient 'Dabbawalas'. Watch the premier of this beautiful movie only on ZEE HD on 8th February, 2015, 12 p.m.

Barclays Premier League
Catch Tottenham and Arsenal battling it out on a North London Derby at 6:15 pm on 7 February, 2015 only on Star Sports. While both the teams fight for a position in the top four, three points from the Derby can decide the fate for either team and help them bag a Champion?s League spot!

Movies ...

Shamitabh

Shamitabh is all set to release on 6 February, 2015. Written and directed by R. Balki, the film features Amitabh Bachchan, Dhanush and Akshara Haasan in lead roles. The film is jointly produced by Sunil Lulla, Balki, Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, R. K. Damani, Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Sunil Manchanda and Dhanush under their respective production banners. Ilaiyaraaja has composed the soundtrack album and background score, while P. C. Sreeram handled cinematography. The film also stars Rekha in a pivotal role. While the trailer looks promising, one can only decide the fate of the film upon its release.

The Boy Next Door
The Boy Next Door, directed by Rob Cohen and written by Barbara Curry, stars Jennifer Lopez, Ryan Guzman, John Corbett, Ian Nelson, and Kristin Chenoweth in lead roles. While the movie released in the US two weeks back, the romantic thriller will release in India this weekend. Lopez plays a high school teacher named Claire who, in the midst of a divorce, has a one-night stand with a younger neighbor who develops a dangerous obsession with her. The movie has performed well at the box office, almost quadrupling its budget during its opening weekend alone.