Jayhaan is all set to debut his new hip-hop EP ‘Zaiavli’ featuring MC Azad, 100RBH, Darpan, DJ Hi2, Prasad Gaitonde, and Thuk. Most Wanted Records has always endeavoured to curate innovative hip-hop content and this time they have collaborated with Jayhaan to release ‘Zaiavli’, an EP that blends old-school hip hop with Indian muscial elements. Infact, Jayhaan is amongst the first from the Parsi community to release a hip-hop EP.
The name ‘Zaiavli’ itself is a play on words of a very popular Marathi slang. The tracks can enliven any place with its hard-hitting beats and inspired lyrics in the ‘Mumbaiya’ style of hip hop. While the music is contemporary, the EP is sensational and makes you want to get you into dance mode. The lyrics have a modern twist to some classical roots.
Jayhaan is a priest by day and a DJ by night. His budding career in music has already spearheaded the entry of Jersey Club in India which was previously alien to the Indian Music Industry. Using this momentum, he is changing the face of electronic music by fusing the sounds of Western Jersey Club, bass music and trap, with Indian instruments and melodies.
Along with Jersey Club, Jayhaan performs and produces Hip-Hop and Trap, working closely with 7Bantai’Z, Dopeadelicz, Darpan, and MC Azad. Jayhaan recently released his first album titled ‘Jadibooty’, showcasing his love for bass music as well as his roots in the form of Indian folk music.
Sharing about the Zaiavli, Jayhaan shares “Zaiavli EP is my debut hip hop project & as producing hip hop is more creativity over originality for me, I’ve sampled a bunch of popular old school Bollywood songs into hard hitting beats. Sampling has been a big part of what hip hop is today & I just want my people to know the difference between plagiarism & sampling, so I hope this is a step in the right direction. The name itself is a play on words of a very popular Marathi slang, which is mostly used when something just catches you by surprise.”
Speaking about the release, Most Wanted Records, Executive VP, Shantanu Pujari shares “Jayhaan is a super talented producer who has shown us different styles of music he can create. And he has one of the most underrated and gifted emcees like Mc Azad, Darpan and 100 rbh in one ep . With sure bangers like parichay and high hay this ep is a unique contribution to Indian hip hop”
Excited about the release, MC Azad shares “I have really enjoyed and I feel proud of making India’s first drum and bass marathi rap with Zaiavli Cypher. I really enjoyed working with jayhan ,100rbh & Darpan. I am also looking forward to make more Eps like this.”‘Zaiavli’ is being released by Most Wanted Records, a division of Sippy Media LLP.
”I have 5 members in my family. My Dad- a Chief Officer in the Indian Railways. My Mom- a homemaker. I have two sisters and one brother. And I am really grateful for all of their support and love to make me what I am today. I am born in Khatauli, Uttar Pradesh. My childhood is mostly spent in the streets of Khatauli, since my Dad is in Railway, our family had to move a lot from one city to another every 4 years. I had a struggling childhood as it was hard for me to fit in every society immediately. Growing up is what really fascinated me. Every stage was beautiful. And with every year, it’s getting better. I have done my bachelors in film making from Asian Academy of Film and Television, Noida.”
The Making of Actor/Director
“I would say it’s in my blood. Because I started acting from a very early age. Basically, I was interested in film making and of course my stories. So I did everything from directing to shooting, from acting to editing. It was quite challenging but I loved taking all these different jobs which I realised is not a one person’s job. Even now I never miss a chance to act in the films.”
The Making of a Web series
“Making a Web series is not the concern here! The actual challenges are to do the VFX which we are mainly popular for. Presenting everything exactly how you thought in your mind is very hard when it comes to VFX and Superheroes. There are lot of things like superhero costumes, set designs, makeup which is very different and unique compared to what people see in normal series. But as long as I have my team with me, I believe everything is possible.”
Dushyant Kapoor (02)
The Process
“A lot of planning, plotting, and graphics takes place before the final products to be released… Literally, pre production is actually more important for us to get the final products ready. We just can’t shoot anywhere, and anytime, it requires a lot of planning, Reece, Graphics etc. Basically, we have to create the VFX shots first, only then we can shoot further. When everything is done, we put our best efforts to make our graphics looks real which really takes a lot of time, money and most importantly, patience.”
The Future of Web series
“The future is pretty good and positive.New story tellers and film makers, actors and actresses will get the chance to show their talent from many platforms. More and more people are getting connected to web so it has great future ahead. And I believe it will be really good for everyone.”
Dushyant Kapoor
The Choice of ‘Super Heroes’ in the Content
“Because everything else is being done by others. I always wanted to do what I am doing. So, I am just living my dream. I am living in the world of fantasy and superheroes which was once my dream.”
The Recent Venture – ‘The Return of Doraemon’
“I am a big fan of Doraemon. I watched it many times. When the last episode of Doraemon came on YouTube, I downloaded it from a Cyber Cafe and watched it at home. It was so amazing. I was in tears. I wanted to make a film with real characters. But I was too young and I didn’t have access to many equipments. At the time, I was in Std V1. Recently during the Lockdown I got a lot of time to think about my past and I got a chance to revive and realise one of my dreams to make this film. I wonder why nobody has ever tried to make that in 15 years. But yeah I tried and people really appreciated. I am really happy that it has crossed 2 Million Views.”
The Memorable Moments
“Well, there are many! I would like to mention this particular moment which happened in Mumbai. I went there for work, I was just sitting with my friends at the Dominos, and a guy came and told me that he is a big fan of me. I was shocked because I wasn’t much known at that time; I only had 40 Thousand subscribers on YouTube. At that moment I was so proud of me when he said, ‘the future of Indian Superheroes is in good hands’. This is what inspires me even now.
Secondly when my film “Briefcase” was selected in Jagran Film Festival. That was a huge honour for me.”
Dushyant Kapoor
The Future Projects
“I am delighted to let you know that I am working on a series where a lot of Indian Superheroes are coming together. And this you might call “Indian Avengers”. The teaser will be out by the end of next month.
Another project I am working on is a Drama thriller Series “ CHALAVA” with Actor Aashay Srivastava & Avdeep Sidhu, which would be quite different than any of the other projects that I have done.
Apart from these I am working on very interesting Short Films which are targeted to the young audience, As Doraemon was a hit, I am thinking to bring more content like this. The best way to recreate and relive childhood memories.”.
The Dream Project
“My dream project is the Film, Mahakaal. I am trying to start this from the last seven years and I wanted to make it really really good. So I have been learning, now I guess I am ready to get on with the production. And I hope it will kickstart again by the end of this year.”
About Dushyant Kapoor
He is an actor-director and singer who is totally into making super hero series and making his own music album . He brings back ‘Doraemon’ the globally loved cartoon with a new twist. At a young age of 23, Dushyant has not just been known for his acting, he has often taken up the roles of a writer, director, editor, singer, producer, and composer. Dushyant has also worked on multiple projects with actor/anchor Maniesh Paul which got him multiple awards in film festivals around the country. Dushyant has also started a production house along with Ankit Vatsa under the name of ‘DK FILMS’ which they rightly like to call it as a “destination of Indian Superheroes”His most recent venture ‘The Return of Doraemon’ recently crossed over 1 million views in just a period of few weeks; this surely speaks about the good and rich quality of content they produce.
Lakmé Fashion Week is back with a digital-first, season-fluid, virtual avatar. Launching the first-ever interactive fashion destination in India, Lakmé Fashion Week is set to put forth a promising line-up of shows, designers, webinars, and ideas to be streamed online from 21st – 25th October 2020.
Open to one and all, the forthcoming season will host an amalgamation of fresh, emerging talent and the biggest and most established names in the fashion industry that will set an unparalleled benchmark in innovations, sustainability, and creativity.
Designers like Pankaj and Nidhi, Kunal Rawal, Amit Aggarwal, Sanjay Garg, Aneeth Arora, JADE, Anushree Reddy, Jayanti Reddy, Gaurang, Disha Patil, Hemang Agrawal among many others will present a combination of breathtaking collection shows and fashion films this season.
Lakmé Fashion Week 2020 – Schedule
Moreover, this season’s interactive virtual venue has been specially designed to host state of the art curated shows with top technology, e-commerce, engaging digital content and cyber networking.
LOOKING THROUGH THE LENS
HIGHLIGHTS OF LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK 2020:
v VIRTUAL HUB
Going digital this time, Lakmé Fashion Week will reside as an online hub with customised elements for every type of audience tuning in. Audiences can expect to see a showcase area called the ‘runway’ for all designer showcases, fashion film and webinars; a library to access show content ranging from action behind-the-scenes to snippets of shows; a media conference area that exclusively will give Indian and international media direct access to interact with designers and celebrities; as well as an interactive lounge by Lakmé that will allow viewers to engage with its latest beauty collection. Audiences will also enjoy a ‘See Now, Buy Now’ feature that will allow viewers to directly connect with the designer and purchase an outfit immediately after the show.
v VIRTUAL SHOWROOM
Lakmé Fashion Week will be launching the ‘Virtual Showroom’ – a first of its kind concept in India with an aim to support designers, artisans, and the business of fashion. The Virtual Showroom will be a marketplace platform for designers and artisans to showcase their past and current collections to consumers, enabling B2C sales for inventories that have been stuck due to the pandemic. It will also serve more importantly, as a B2B platform for designers to showcase their future collections and directly get orders from buyers of multi-designer stores across the world.
v INIFD PRESENTS GEN NEXT SHOW
Lakmé Fashion Week takes forward its pursuit to recognize new and emerging talent through home-grown platforms like the GenNext programme that will give three new designers the chance to showcase their creations this season. GenNext, for the first time, will be showcasing a fully sustainable collection on day 1 of Lakmé Fashion Week as ‘Sustainable Fashion Day’ is going to be celebrated on both day 1 & 2 this season.
5 Day Virtual Extravaganza
Kickstarting the five-day virtual fashion extravaganza, the three winning labels Dhātu Design Studioby Anmol Sharma, MISHÉ by Bhumika & Minakshi Ahluwalia and THE LOOM ART by Aarushi Kilawat will make their debut at Lakmé Fashion Week presented by INIFD.
Additionally, this season LFW has announced several initiatives to support the GenNext alumni as well. The platform will be providing free stall space to all GenNext designers in the LFW virtual showroom. These designers will also get the opportunity to be a part of the schedule through a look book format of showcase without any designer fees. The platform will also support the GenNext designers through promotions on the LFW digital handles for the next six-months to help them market their brands.
v SUSTAINABLE FASHION DAYS
Sustainable Fashion Day is a property that celebrates the rich heritage of Indian handloom and indigenous craft season after season. Since 2012, Lakmé Fashion Week has spearheaded conversations on preserving and promoting Indian handlooms and textiles, championing sustainable fashion as the fashion of the future. Every season, the platform takes pride in reviving indigenous crafts and bringing artisans to the fore through strong and powerful initiatives and programmes. This season, Lakmé Fashion Week furthers its commitment to sustainable fashion by dedicating two days to the celebration of the craft. Some of the showcases include
‘All About India’ Showcase, a unique collaboration of leading designer labels coming together for a multi-designer showcase to promote craft as the backbone of their design principals. Six designers, namely, Abraham & Thakore, Rajesh Pratap Singh for Satya Paul, Anavila, Suket Dhir, Payal Khandwala & Urvashi Kaur will be presenting key pieces from their collections to spotlight crafts like Ikkat, Block prints, Jamdani, Brocade, Khatwa & Shibori techniques, while also talking about the artisans and the clusters they work with as a tribute to their constant support and dedication to their work.
Day two will also see six enterprising start-ups chosen through the Circular Changemakers program, India’s first investment readiness program for circular fashion start-ups pitch their sustainable business models to an esteemed investor jury.
The winner of the Circular Design Challenge –MALAI, will be showcasing their collection this season in collaboration with Reliance’s R|Elan™ ‘Fashion For Earth’, Lakmé Fashion Week and United Nations Environment Programme
High tech Japanese fiber AsahiKASEI Bemberg™ meets Indian Handlooms with Hemang Agrawal to showcase his sustainable collection – Tattva, representing the harmony between 12 elements of the universe
Designer Pankaj and Nidhi are set to showcase their breath-taking collection on Sustainable fashion day presented by R|Elan™
Well-known labels such as Raw Mango, Gaurang, Pero, Kaveriand more are set to showcase environment-friendly creations
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Ashwath Swaminathan, Head of Innovations, Lakmé
“With the first-ever digital edition, Lakmé Fashion Week will continue to create new experiences for audiences and put the spotlight back on the future of fashion. This year the grand finale too will focus on the future of fashion and the details will be shared soon.”
Jaspreet Chandok, Head – Lifestyle Businesses, IMG Reliance Ltd
“Every year at Lakmé Fashion Week, we strive to make it a platform that encourages and elevates talent and creativity. With a digital platform, we will bridge gaps between national and international audiences while continuing to support and nurture the design community. We are glad to present to fashion enthusiasts the first-ever digital edition of the platform with the best of talent gracing the virtual runway.”
Presenting sponsor:NEXA
NEXA continues to be the presenting sponsor with LFW for the 7th season. This season, the brand is presenting Kunal Rawal’s designer collectionNEXA is focusing on S-Cross as a part of LFW this season. The show will be aired with the collection on 24th October at 8 PM
Co-Sponsor:TRESemmé Ajio.com
TRESemmé continues to be the official hair styling partner for the season. Amit Aggarwal to present his new collection on 23rd October at 8 PM presented by TRESemmé Ajio.com will be showcasing their exclusive sneakerhood collection on 25th October at 6 PM showcasing exclusive styles by Ajio.com
Official Partner:R|Elan™ INIFDboAtNational Diamond CouncilSt. Regis
R|Elan™ is an umbrella brand from the house of Reliance Industries Limited, encompassing a range of new-age fabrics. It is a perfect blend of art and smart, with fabrics providing enhanced aesthetics, performance, and comfort. Through R|Elan™, RIL aims to cater to all consumers across all apparel segments – active wear, denim, formal wear, and womenswear. They will be showcasing Pankaj and Nidhi’s collection on 22nd October at 7 PM on the virtual runway.Second edition of India’s first investment readiness program – circular change makers by CDC & CAIF will allow 6 textile value chain startups to pitch to a panel of investors to seek strategic investments and partnerships INIFD GenNext:INIFD will once again be the official knowledge partner and will be providing a platform to three young designers to showcase their collection at LFW under GenNext designer showcase on 21st October at 4 PM boAt will be the official audio partner at LFW integrating their exclusive boAt Headphones and Speakers with design inspiration by Masaba Gupta. The collaboration will be announced this season through a virtual press conference Earlier known as the Diamond Producers association, National Diamond Council’s objective is to advance the integrity of the modern diamond jewelry industry and inspire the world of fashion. St. Regis is the official hotel partner for all shoots being conducted this season at LFW
Showcase Partners:Bemberg™Lakmé Salon
High tech Japanese fiber AsahiKASEI Bemberg™ meets Indian craftsman Hemang Agrawal to showcase his sustainable collection – Tattva. Lakmé Salon returns to Lakmé Fashion Week in association with JADE to launch their newest collection on 23rd October 2020.
Digital PartnerChic Nutrix
Chic Nutrix, a product for women delivers beauty inside out with a touch of science and health inside out. Whether you are a girl next door or a runway rockstar, a pretty girl with twinkling eyes or a lady with elegance and style, running a corporate empire or queen of your castle, the nutrition supplements fit all.
About IMG Reliance:
IMG Reliance Pvt Ltd. is an equal joint venture between Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), India’s largest and most recognized private sector company, and IMG Worldwide (IMG), global leaders in sports, events, media and fashion. The joint venture company develops, markets and manages sports, fashion and entertainment in India.
About Lakmé:
Lakmé, is India’s no.1 colour cosmetics and leading premium skincare brand from Hindustan Unilever Ltd. Lakmé has been the pioneer of the make-up and colour cosmetics in India since 1952 by launching numerous trends leading and high-performance products. Combining international cosmetic technology with an in-depth understanding of the Indian woman’s needs, Lakmé offers women a comprehensive beauty experience through its extensive product portfolio as well as contemporary services at Lakmé Salons, India’s no.1 salon chain.
Fahim Qureshi’s collaboration with Dushyant Pratap Singh to bring in classy entertainment for Indian cinema .
With a background in construction business, businessman Fahim Rustom Qureshi bought over Origin Film studio lab situated opposite Yash Raj Films in Andheri. Origin Film Lab has produced two films – Fauji featuring Sharman Joshi and Mugdha Godse and another film Wo meri Student hai pagle featuring Anup Jalota and Jasleen Matharu.
Dushyant Pratap Singh & Fahim Rustam Qureshi
Now Fahim Qureshi has entered into a deal with Dushyant corporation, wherein they will produce eight short films and one feature film in one year. The first film is titled Shatranj. The film cast is – Hiten Tejwani , Kavita Tripathi , Shawar Ali, Pankaj Berry, Ashutosh Kaushik , Hemant Pandey and Ekta Jain . Dushyant Corporation is headed by film director Dushyant Singh and his friendship with Fahim Qureshi made him sign the deal. Dushyant Corporation not only plans to bring in films with meaningful content but also introduce newest technology and special effects in the business in the coming years.
Qureshi said, “Dushyant Singh is a talented film director and our collaboration with his company aims to bring in films with superior quality and good content in the business. Hopefully, masses will get to see classy content in films and it will be interesting entertainment for them.”
This collaboration has created a buzz in the film world and people feel that when creative and corporate minds get together, the results will be awesome!
limited-edition Autumn inspired seasonal beverages and exclusive Autumn collection
Nothing beats the joy of enjoying the temperate weather under a warm blanket with a cup of your favourite coffee. With the promise to warm your body and calm your soul, Tata Starbucks has launched the indulgent fall-inspired beverages that will leave you tempted for more.
An array of delightful beverages which feel like the goodness of a dessert in a cup. The limited edition menu featuring Tiramisu Latte, Iced Tiramisu Latte, Tiramisu Frappuccino®, Tiramisu Cold Brew, Nitro Tiramisu Cold Brew, Dark Mocha Cookie Crumble, Iced Dark Mocha Cookie Crumble, Dark Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino® & Dark Caramel Frappuccino® have been handcrafted with love, giving its fans an all exciting opportunity to taste deliciousness in every sip this season.
Available in Iced, Frappuccino® (blended) & hot variants
For more ways to experience Fall with Starbucks, the favourite neighbourhood store has also launched an Autumn inspired, exquisite range of merchandise – the perfect addition of joy to your daily routine in the comfort of your home. The Starbucks Autumn Collection illustrates the spirit of the season with a playful take on bunnies, and their game of hide and seek with the moon. Also, join us in celebrating the 8th Anniversary milestone with ‘The Starbucks Anniversary Collection.’
The Starbucks Anniversary Collection
Through frequent and diverse personalised innovations, Tata Starbucks reiterates its commitment and passion to continually offer coffee aficionados the ubiquitous neighbourhood coffee house experience with the finest quality beverages, food & merchandise.
*Available across all 196 stores in India and via order on Zomato & Swiggy from September 24th – 17 November’20
The Starbucks Anniversary Collection
Tiramisu Latte
INR 355 onwards
Delicious Tiramisu sauce is combined with bold espresso shot and topped with Tiramisu whipped cream, Tiramisu sauce and coffee dust. A perfect coffee delight.
Available in Iced & Frappuccino® variants
Tiramisu Cold Brew
INR 355 onwards
Our slow steeped Kenya cold brew mixed with sweet Tiramisu sauce blended with milk, producing a thick and delightful cold brew beverage.
Nitro Tiramisu Cold Brew
INR 355 onwards
Our smooth cold brew infused with nitrogen cascaded over sweet Tiramisu sauce blended with milk, producing a thick and delightful Nitro cold brew beverage. Experience Nitro cold brew like never before.
Dark Mocha Cookie Crumble
INR 355 onwards
Our signature mocha cookie crumble just got better. A mix of Dark cocoa powder, Vanilla flavour and espresso shot topped with delicious chocolaty whipped cream and cookie crumbs.
Available in Iced & Frappuccino® variants
Dark Caramel Frappuccino®
INR 390 onwards
Dark Caramel Frappuccino® is layered between the new Cold Brew Infused Whipped Cream and Dark Caramel Sauce.…YUM!
By Dr Anita Mathew, Senior Consultant, Physician & Infectious Disease Specialist,
Fortis Hospital, Mulund
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to grip the city of Mumbai, however the lockdown restrictions across the city have been gradually eased up to ensure movement for essential services. In the past few months, patient chose to delay non-critical and elective surgeries due to the fear of infection, leaving plenty of lives in peril. As healthcare front liners continue to battle the pandemic, hospitals are well equipped to tackle a host of other health concerns to deliver high-acuity care. From OPD’s to full-fledged hospital services now resumed to normalcy, many patients are still fearful if visiting a hospital is safe or not.
Dr Anita Mathew
The first and foremost precaution is to maintain social distancing and safety for yourself and others in mind. Follow guidelines issued by governing bodies and medical authorities, and seek medical aid on time. Visit your doctor when necessary,avoid delaying treatment as prolonging an issue may aggravate the condition. Here are a few steps to ensure patients safety right from your doorstep to the hospital and back:
Before stepping out make sure to take prior appointments with your doctor. It is strongly advised to do so to avoid queuing up; call the hospital to check if appointments are to be booked online or over the phone. Wearing a mask is mandatory, carry an alcohol-based sanitizer, gloves as well as wet wipes. It is best to carry your own bottle of water from home
To accompany you to your appointment, it is recommended that only one other healthy person comes along to avoid overcrowding at the center. Those experiencing any symptoms of cough and cold should preferably stay indoors. Pregnant women, older adults and children should refrain from visiting a hospital unless it is of utmost urgency
For your commute to the hospital, go by your own vehicle if you have one. If you are to take public transport, it is best to pre-book a cab/auto rickshaw along with the person accompanying you. Make sure to sanitize your hands if you have touched any surfaces and avoid touching your face, eyes or mouth at all times while outdoors
To pay for your transport, go cashless. Digital transactions will minimize the risk of you coming in exchange with paper money
While at the hospital, the first thing you should do is ensure at least two feet space between you and another person. There could be a high possibility of you coming in contact with infected people even though hospitals have dedicated wards, it is best to practice social distancing and safety. Wash your hands with soap and water before and after meeting with your doctor
Even though hospitals adhere to immense sanitation practices, pay attention to protocols recommended by the staff
For your consultation, carry all necessary health documents and reports to avoid wasting your appointment time. You may write down all the details to be shared with your consultant or the questions you’d wish to ask to avoid any uncertainty or confusion. Share all information pertaining to your medical history or condition for accurate diagnosis and treatment
If one has symptoms of fever then to go to dedicated fever clinics which is present in most of the hospitals rather than going to the routine OPD. This reduces the risk of COVID-19 to others in the event if one has it
HERE ARE SOME MUST-ASK QUESTIONS FOR WHEN YOU MEET THE DOCTOR:
Discuss the hygiene practices that you follow, at home and in a social setting, check with the doctor if you are missing a crucial hygiene practice that could help prevent contracting the COVID19 infection
Discuss the follow-up appointment, check with the doctor if you could opt for a tele/ video consultation over a physical consult at the hospital
TIPS TO FOLLOW AT THE HOSPITAL:
Do not wear mask with valves, these are strictly to be avoided. Opt for a three ply homemade or store-bought mask instead
To make a payment at the hospital, cashless payments are the recommended mode of transaction
For your commute back home, follow the same steps as your commute to the hospital – follow the same safety measures
Once home, take off your shoes at the door, disinfect any door knobs or surfaces you may have touched. Safely dispose off your mask, head to the bathroom and remove your clothes. Add them to warm water with detergent to wash. Take a bath with warm water using soap and scrub thoroughly
Hospitals are now allowing limited visitation, follow the guidelines and do not breach or create problems, it will only put you at risk. Also, it is important for you to not fear the virus; let your doctor be your guide. Stay cautious, stay safe.
K2 Group India, spearheaded byMohit Bansaland Shubham Bansallaunched its new venture, Pellet Drum Productions Pvt. Ltd. at a grand event at Le Meridien, New Delhi. The pioneering company will offer musicians and artists a platform to showcase their talent by launching IndiPop Punjabi songs and also manage the diverse and ever-evolving field of event management.
Guests at the launch of ‘Pellet Drum Productions’
To commemorate the beginning of this new venture, Pellet Drum Productions Pvt. Ltd. launched poster of its first song titled ‘Bholenath’ by renowned singer Kaka. The event saw celebrities from music fraternity including B Praak, Neha Malik, Afsana Khan, Happy Raikoty and Gurnazar amongst others, gracing the event with their presence.
Guests at the launch of ‘Pellet Drum Productions’
Bholenath has a soulful melody and the lyrics portray the phase of love and affection. The song really warms your heart and makes you feel the love in each lyric. The hit tracks’ audio had already created a sensation among Kaka’s fans and now with the launch of the music video, which is directed by none other than Arvindr Khaira, the song will tug at everyone’s heartstrings.
Guests at the launch of ‘Pellet Drum Productions’
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Mohit Bhansal of K2 Group India
” Innovation has always been at the core of everything we do at the K2 Group and we have been steadily working towards diversifying our dairy portfolio and reaching out to a wider audience.We are first starting with the launch of this really raw, immensely talented, singer Kaka’s ‘Bholenath’, who we believe will be the next superstars of the scene. As for Vegaan, our team is working on including a varied range of innovative and delicious healthy flavours made using hand crafted and original recipes in its menu.”
(L-R) Mohit Bansal, Kaka, B. Praak, Shubham Bansal
(L-R) Neha Malik, Afsana Khan, Happy Raikoti, Gurnaz
Guests at the launch of ‘Pellet Drum Productions’
K2 Group India has been a pioneer in the corporate industry for 5 years now having launched in 2015. The different ventures of K2 Group include Ads N Url, Bansal Travels, K2 Agro, K2 Health Care & Beauty, MBS Infosolution, Dear Pet, Kings Auto and THC.
(L-R) Mohit Bansal, SandeepTanwar, Shubham Bansal at Vegaan display booth
Guests at the launch of ‘Pellet Drum Productions’ (7)
Launch of Pellet Drum Productions
Guests at the launch of ‘Pellet Drum Productions’ (6)
With the Poshan Maah (Nutrition Month) coming to an end, the clear message delivered was- ‘Sthaniya Aaharam Sampannam Poshanam’ (Local Food For Wholesome Nutrition), in a 2-day web-symposium jointly held by Indian Council of Medical Research- National Institute of Nutrition and Tata Sampann.
The tone was set when in her inaugural address Dr. Hemalatha R, Director, ICMR- National Institute of Nutrition said “The National Institute of Nutrition (Indian Council of Medical Research), has been a strong proponent of dietary diversity and food based approach to tackle the problems of under nutrition, over nutrition and non-communicable diseases. Inadequate consumption of different food groups including fruit, vegetables, milk, and protein rich foods could lead to a lot of health issues including micronutrient deficiencies which could in turn lead to inflammation, overweight, obesity, NCDs as well as under nutrition”. In her talk she also alluded to the need to be vocal for local foods.
A stellar line-up of speakers brought to the fore India’s rich and varied food wisdom and diversity in four panel discussions that covered
a) Local food for Total Nutrition
b) In pursuit of health, factors influencing food choices of today
c) Can convenience, taste and nutrition co-exist?
d) The journey of Indian food and nutrition through history.
The eminent speakers addressed many questions that baffle consumers around food, while busting myths and sharing age-old wisdom and advice. The takeaway was that the grains, pulses, legumes, vegetables, fruits etc that one gets across regions in India, are packed with more than a punch to address nutritional demand of Indians.
Sanjeev Kapoor, Chef onboard Tata Sampann, who was a part of the panel discussion on the history of Indian foods by ICMR-National instituite of Nutrition & Tata Sampann said “When I got into this field, there was a difference between homemade food and restaurant food- as I got more into it, I realized that we are deriding the homemade food and giving more importance to restaurant food. We all have the knowledge about the benefits and goodness of various foods, but with time, some new fad comes in and we tend to forget the importance of the already existing ingredients and start taking it for granted!”
Richa Arora, President, Packaged Foods, Tata Consumer Products, India said “The Tata Sampann brand is committed to nutrition by bringing traditional Indian food wisdom to the modern Indian plate. Right from where we source, to how we deliver, we are focussed on delivering wholesome and complete nutritional superiority in every product, and nothing but the best to the people of India. We are delighted to partner ICMR-NIN in the ‘Sthaniya Aaharam Sampannam Poshanam’ symposium that highlights the role of local Indian ingredients and their wholesome health benefits. The knowledge exchanged in this forum, on traditional food wisdom and the science behind it, is a great resource for consumer’s too to make the right food choices, full of nutrition and health.”
With some of the best minds in health, food and nutrition coming together in engaging conversations, the symposium established that Indians need to look no further than that food eaten across ages in our country for wholesome and complete poshan. Going back local foods and traditional, wholesome Indian thali can mean a return of the much-needed food diversity in our meals, which is a great way to address not just malnutrition, but also hidden hunger that is a growing concern for health in India.
This residence by Salankar Pashine & Associates has been designed keeping in mind all the sensitivities of their family and is a perfect example of an elegant and luxurious housing with modern amenities and a well-contemplated space curation that allows the inhabitants to use all areas of the home.
FACT FILE:
Name of the project: RESIDENCE OF AR. ANURAG PASHINE & AR. PALLAVI PASHINE
Design Team: Ar. Anurag, Ar. Pallavi, Juhi Doshi, Karishma Singh
Location: A Square Apartments, Nagpur
Area (Sq.ft): 2950 sq. ft built-up area
Completion date: March 2017
Initiation date: July 2016
Photo courtesy: Sampada Diwale
About the Project
Craft of Design& Ability to Transform Spaces.
No stone was left unturned in curating a space that projected an infinite sense of aesthetics to the expanse. A home is synonymous to a meticulously designed space, formulated to create a realm of tranquil and solace.
The plethora of intangible factors of design given equal importance as the tangible ones
Built-in a commodious 2950 square feet area, the Pashine Residence originally was a 4 bedroom apartment; amalgamated now to formulate a 3 BHK by demolishing the common wall encasing one of the bedrooms. The 3 bedroom apartment comprises of the entrance lobby, bar, dining area, a master bedroom, 2 individual bedrooms for their sons, a living room with a large balcony that not only provides a dedicated space to unwind but also gives a marvelous view outside. The theme followed throughout the house is modern contemporary and a remarkable attempt has been made to make the house as maintenance-free as possible.
An elaborate impression created right from the beginning
As one enters the house a tall mirror cabinet with a niche is constructed, which is mainly used to store all the essential items. The niche is well lit for a fantastic display of luxury while also making the passage look wider than it is. Moving further an intricate Buddha painting on the outer wall of the master bedroom greets the visitors. Before the master bedroom, there is also a provision of a glass door that can be used to privatize the area whenever required. Proceeding towards the right, the walls of the living room were broken down and replaced with vertical wooden pillars to give the space an open edge while adhering to its boundaries. The seating in the living room is inclined towards clean lines with an invasion of subtle sophistication. Two revolving chairs, along with a sofa and a white coffee table complete the essence of the space. The living area further opens up to a spacious balcony that offers a splendid view along with ample ventilation merging the space with nature. With the intent to be able to host a small gathering of friends, Anurag & Pallavi created a common open space without barriers.
An aura of elegance with simplicity
The splendid open dining area, overlooking the living room on one side and the kitchen on the other, is accentuated with an overhead pendant light. Adjacent to the dining area is the intricately designed bar counter that overlooks a huge floor to ceiling window. The house has a sense of harmony & openness that runs throughout the entire design and décor. Opposite the dining table is a ‘wonder wall’ that camouflages with the utmost ease, two essential components of the household. Made out of wooden sliders, it serves as the perfect cover for the TV unit and a mini-library. A cleverly hidden storage has been integrated inside and made to look like a usual wall panel. In addition to that, the son’s bedroom door is also crafted out of the same wall serving as the perfect disguise.
Delving deeper into the design, the pristine neutral color scheme of the living room is carried into the modular kitchen as well. To add a little bling, silver black mosaic has been used in the kitchen. An attractive contrast has been created with white shutters for counters on the underside and translucent shutters for the overhead counters. The use of open shelves minimizes the bulk of overhead storage and the black granite marble countertop accents a stark contrast to the white interiors. Elaborating on the flooring design a common theme has been followed throughout the expanse. All the common areas have Italian flooring & all the bedrooms are done up in wooden flooring.
The bedrooms follow the narrative of a modern minimalistic residence that is made with a consistent expression throughout. The primary bedroom or the master bedroom displays a peculiar subtleness and exudes a warm tranquil vibe. It has a life-sized portrait of the couple which is a window panel. The master bedroom has a terrace attached to it which is beautifully decorated with plantations & adept with outdoor wicker furniture for seating purposes. The elder son’s bedroom is a marvel in white that defines his persona aptly. The bed back is done up in white leather cladding diffused with lights. The decor of the room is predominantly white which complements his peaceful nature. However, the younger son’s bedroom is a total contradiction. A play of colors and amalgamation of contrasts mark the wonderful charm of the bedroom. An interesting feature of his room is that the immovable furniture is more on the lines of a mature color palette and material. The colorful furniture can be changed and replaced as per requirement when he grows up. The room also has a wardrobe made of the whiteboard on one panel and can also be used for storage purposes. In addition to this, the residence has a family TV room that is used to relax. It has a unique statement piece of furniture in the form of a grey quirky armchair and an L-shaped sofa. The prayer room forms a part of the central area of the residence comprising of a utility cabinet, used for various purposes.
Ar. Anurag Pashine & Ar. Pallavi Pashine
ABOUT THE FIRM –
A tailor-made Architectural & Interior Design firm Salankar Pashine & Associatesbased out in Nagpur, spearheaded by Principal Architects Anurag & Pallavi Pashine.
Founded in 1999, Salankar Pashine & Associates provides architectural & interior design services for varied projects including residential, mixed-use, educational, medical, commercial, and industrial projects. Decorated with the‘Best Residential Building Award’ in the Vidarbha region for their project A – Square at Abhyankar Nagar’, the SPA thrives in giving an outcome that impacts the lives of people and also their way of life.
