Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan's 70th birthday bash night was indeed an unforgettable affair! Quite interestingly the bash saw the celebs turning out in couples. The entire Bachchan family - Big B with wife Jaya Bachchan, daughter Shweta and son-in-law Rahul Nanda, grandson Agastya, son Abhishek Bachchan, daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan -was present at the bash.Starting with Bollywood couples Shahrukh Khan came along with...
- 10/11/2012
- GlamSham
To celebrate the release of India Fantastique, a book that celebrates 25 years of Indian designer duo Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla, Sotheby’s in London held an exhibition celebrating the work of the designers and famed photographer Ram Shergill.
Ram Shergill has photographed the likes of Amitabh Bachchan, the late Amy Winehouse, and Naomi Campbell. Ram Shergill is also the man behind the breathtaking photography featuring in the two-volume book, India Fantastique.
Bollyspice.com talked with Ram Shergill about exhibiting at Sotheby’s, what inspires his work and whether he prefers photographing Bollywood stars or fashion shoots.
You are exhibiting at Sotheby’s, which is an amazing achievement. How did it come about?
It has been a fantastic experience.
Basically a few years ago I got contacted by L’Officiel magazine to do a cover of Abhishek Bachchan and when I did the photo shoot the two editors of the...
Ram Shergill has photographed the likes of Amitabh Bachchan, the late Amy Winehouse, and Naomi Campbell. Ram Shergill is also the man behind the breathtaking photography featuring in the two-volume book, India Fantastique.
Bollyspice.com talked with Ram Shergill about exhibiting at Sotheby’s, what inspires his work and whether he prefers photographing Bollywood stars or fashion shoots.
You are exhibiting at Sotheby’s, which is an amazing achievement. How did it come about?
It has been a fantastic experience.
Basically a few years ago I got contacted by L’Officiel magazine to do a cover of Abhishek Bachchan and when I did the photo shoot the two editors of the...
- 9/11/2012
- by Meera Sharma
- Bollyspice
The crème of the Asian community has been shortlisted and this year’s nominees announced for the coveted Asian Achievers Awards 2012. Taking place on 14th September at Grosvenor House Hotel, the Asian Achievers Awards will recognise the outstanding work of individuals from across all businesses and professions and acknowledge the accomplishments of the finest of the UK’s Asian community.
Hosted by Asian Business Publications Ltd (Abpl), the event is now into its 12th year and promises to be bigger and better than ever before as 2012 marks the 40th anniversary of the publishing group’s iconic newspapers, Asian Voice and Gujarat Samachar. The esteemed award ceremony will be interspersed with a line-up of world-class entertainment, a sumptuous dinner and charity auction in aid of The Sarvam Trust, an Ngo that assists the integral development of rural India, including education for children. Their aim is to make villages across India self...
Hosted by Asian Business Publications Ltd (Abpl), the event is now into its 12th year and promises to be bigger and better than ever before as 2012 marks the 40th anniversary of the publishing group’s iconic newspapers, Asian Voice and Gujarat Samachar. The esteemed award ceremony will be interspersed with a line-up of world-class entertainment, a sumptuous dinner and charity auction in aid of The Sarvam Trust, an Ngo that assists the integral development of rural India, including education for children. Their aim is to make villages across India self...
- 8/15/2012
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
Some of the most prominent figures from the Asian business community were honoured with Asian Leadership accolades across six award categories at the esteemed Asian Who’s Who Awards 2011, which took place on Monday 21st November at The Dorchester Hotel, Park Lane London. Now in its 24th year, the high profile event pays homage to the most influential Asians the world over, who have made a phenomenal contribution to their respective fields and continue to set a shining example to their peers among the global Asian fraternity and beyond.
The winners were presented award accolades in the presence of a host of MP’s, dignitaries, industry leaders, celebrities and VIP’s in attendance. Award winners were selected by an independent panel of eminent advisors, including previous award winners such as Founder and Chairman of Cobra Beer Lord Karan Bilimoria; Baroness Shreela Flather; and Rt Hon Keith Vaz MP.
L-r Rajesh Agrawal,...
The winners were presented award accolades in the presence of a host of MP’s, dignitaries, industry leaders, celebrities and VIP’s in attendance. Award winners were selected by an independent panel of eminent advisors, including previous award winners such as Founder and Chairman of Cobra Beer Lord Karan Bilimoria; Baroness Shreela Flather; and Rt Hon Keith Vaz MP.
L-r Rajesh Agrawal,...
- 11/22/2011
- by BollySpice Editors
- Bollyspice
The most exemplary members of the Asian community from around the world will be acknowledged once more at the Asian Who’s Who Awards 2011, taking place on Monday 21st November at Dorchester Hotel, Park Lane, London. Now in its 36th year and an institution in itself, the high profile event pays homage to the most influential Asians the world over, who have made a phenomenal contribution to their respective fields and continue to set a shining example to their peers among the global Asian fraternity and beyond.
Filmed by BBC News Television, the coveted Asian of the Year Award will also be presented among the attending host of MP’s, dignitaries, industry leaders, celebrities and VIP’s. The award winner is chosen by an independent panel of eminent advisors, including previous award winners such as Founder and Chairman of Cobra Beer Lord Karan Bilimoria; Baroness Shreela Flather; and Rt Hon Keith Vaz MP.
Filmed by BBC News Television, the coveted Asian of the Year Award will also be presented among the attending host of MP’s, dignitaries, industry leaders, celebrities and VIP’s. The award winner is chosen by an independent panel of eminent advisors, including previous award winners such as Founder and Chairman of Cobra Beer Lord Karan Bilimoria; Baroness Shreela Flather; and Rt Hon Keith Vaz MP.
- 11/18/2011
- by BollySpice Editors
- Bollyspice
First impression is the final impression. And the Hindi film industry has realized the importance of the first look - be it the first poster of a film or the promo - well enough. No wonder, a majority of film-makers and studios ensure that the first look transmits right signals to moviegoers across the globe. Two weeks ago, the first look posters of the Salman Khan starrer Ready created a flutter, when unveiled on Bollywood Hungama. Salman's fans, naturally, went berserk, since Ready is the most anticipated film after the star delivered two smash hits in Wanted and Dabangg. And when the first promo of Ready went on air, the reactions were unprecedented. In fact, I would go to the extent of saying that the first promo of Ready was akin to an event, with television viewers and netizens across the globe echoing a similar sentiment that Ready seemed...
- 4/19/2011
- by Taran Adarsh
- BollywoodHungama
Mumbai, Dec 8 – Director Anees Bazmee enjoyed working with Sushmita Sen in ‘No Problem’, but is clueless why his favourite actress is not participating in the promotional activities of his forthcoming laugh riot.
‘About a fortnight ago there was a photo session with Rahul Nanda. Sushmita did not turn up for it. I don’t know why. I haven’t had a chance to ask her. The result of her absence from the photo shoot was that.
‘About a fortnight ago there was a photo session with Rahul Nanda. Sushmita did not turn up for it. I don’t know why. I haven’t had a chance to ask her. The result of her absence from the photo shoot was that.
- 12/8/2010
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
It’s the final countdown to the release of Dharma Productions much expected summer flick I Hate Luv Storys directed by Punit Malhotra and starring the fabulous duo – Imran Khan and Sonam Kapoor. Although the film released yesterday in Us and Canada, its worldwide release (and India) is scheduled for Friday, 2nd July. On the eve of the release, a trial show of the movie was held for the cast and crew at a suburban Mumbai theatre.
A bevy of stars attended a special screening and many tweeted their reactions and praise of the film.
Manisha Ratnani - I & Dabboo Ratnani highly recommend Ihls !!! Too cute!! Sweet rom-com! Punit Malhotra, sonam kapoor Imran Khan
Taran Adarsh - Imran Khan & Sonam Kapoor will multiply their fan base after 'I Hate Luv Storys'.
Jitesh Pillaai - Now this is what you need on a romantic rainy. Imran Sonam pump up the jam in Ihls.
A bevy of stars attended a special screening and many tweeted their reactions and praise of the film.
Manisha Ratnani - I & Dabboo Ratnani highly recommend Ihls !!! Too cute!! Sweet rom-com! Punit Malhotra, sonam kapoor Imran Khan
Taran Adarsh - Imran Khan & Sonam Kapoor will multiply their fan base after 'I Hate Luv Storys'.
Jitesh Pillaai - Now this is what you need on a romantic rainy. Imran Sonam pump up the jam in Ihls.
- 7/1/2010
- Bollyspice
Nikhil Advani directed Patiala House, which stars Akshay Kumar in the lead, is targeting a Diwali 2010 release. The movie, which is being co-produced by T-Series and Mukesh Talreja's People Tree Films, will go on floors in December this year. Patiala House will see Anushka Sharma opposite Akshay Kumar. The movie also stars Rishi Kapoor and Dimple Kapadia. The movie has been inspired from the real life story of the Malhotras of Malabar Hill. Veteran film publicity designer Rahul Nanda, who is the son of writer and novelist Gulshan Nanda, has conceived the ...
- 11/4/2009
- BusinessofCinema
Director Anthony D. Souza is so excited about his debut directorial venture Blue that he has now decided to release a coffee-table book about the movie.The book will have interesting anecdotes, interviews and unseen, behind-the-scenes pictures taken during the making of the film, including those depicting the underwater and action sequences.Anthony reveals that the book is in the process of being put together. .This is an interesting new way of promoting a film and hence we came up with the idea. Overall, it.s looking attractive and has been designed by Rahul Nanda. We are planning to release it very soon. Since the entire star cast is in Mumbai at the moment, it will be the right time. Lara Dutta has just returned from London while Sanjay Dutt and Akshay Kumar are currently here..Sanjay is apparently an avid photographer himself. While the promos of the film are certainly looking very interesting,...
- 9/15/2009
- Filmicafe
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