'Mudda 370 J&K' had its grand premiere with talented cast and crew and fellow stars of the industry.

The film 'Mudda 370 J&K' premiered at PVR in Andheri, during which the film's producers Atul Krishna and Bhanwar Singh Pundir, director Rakesh Sawant and actors Hiten Tejwani, Anjali Pandey, Rakhi Sawant, Gauri Pradhan, Tanvi Tandon, Nisar Akhtar , Sayed Ahmed, Sahil Multy Khan, Deepak Sharma, Raj Zutshi, Saurabh Dubey, Sujata Mehta and other cast and crew members were also present.

Set in the picturesque locations of Kashmir, fondly referred to a heaven on earth and the crown jewel of India, 'Mudda 370 J&K' is about the picturesque locales that have turned red with the battles since 1947. If at times J&K has seen rebels turn the snow red, at other times the lush greens singe with the touch of gunpowder due to cross-border terrorism.

Directed by Rakesh Sawant & produced by Atul Krishna and Bhanwar Singh Pundir, 'Mudda 370 J&K' stars Hiten Tejwani, Anjali Pandey, Manoj Joshi, Raj Zutshi, Zarina Wahab, Pankaj Dheer, Anita Raj, Mohan Kapoor, Sujata Mehta, Anjan Shrivastav, Shahbaaz Khan, Brij Gopal, Master Aayan and Rakhi Sawant. Introducing two new talents Anjali Pandey and Tanvi Tondon. The music has been composed by Sayed Ahmed, Sahil Multy Khan & Rahul Bhatt, while these soulful lyrics for the songs have been penned by Nisar Akhtar, Seema Bhatt & Shahid Anjuman. Asha Bhosle, Shaan, Palak Muchhal, Asees Kaur, Shahid Mallya, Mudasir Ali, Avik Dojan Chatterjee have lent their mesmerising voices for the songs of the film.

Based on India's most controversial article 'Mudda 370 J&K' is releasing on 13 December.

CM Uddhav Thackeray with the medical team that treated Nightingale of India Lata Mangeshkar

Our Honourable CM, Shri Uddhav Thackeray and Yuva Sena Pramukh Aaditya Thackeray felicitated and personally thanked the eminent panel of doctors who took great care and treated the Pride of India, Lata Mangeshkar.
Dr Pratit Samdani, Dr. Nishit Shah, Dr. Rajeev Sharma, Dr. Janardan Nimbolkar.
Lataji is back home.

Shamir Tandon's Main Jaanta Hoon is simply soul-stirring: Emraan Hashmi

Composer Shamir Tandon has churned out immortal hits and is known for his amazing sense of global music and selective and eclectic work. The latest actor who has confessed that he loves Shamir Tandon's  melodies is actor Emraan Hashmi.    When the actor heard Shamir's compositions for the  horror-thriller The Body, he  simply loved the songs. If you recall, it is the  immortal melodies that have always played a significant part of Emraan Hashmi's successful films. “I have a  soft corner for soulstirring songs. By  God's grace, most of my songs sear the soul. Main Janta Hoon from The Body by Shamir Tandon is one such haunting melody."

When Sunny Khanna, CEO, Emraan Hashmi Films, made Emraan hear the  Shamir Tandon track, he was floored. "I simply loved its nuances, the delicate melody and its meaningful lyrics of Main Jaanta Hoon. Even the other songs by Shamir are amazing,” averred  Emraan.

Shamir Tandon also has an eye to identify talent and this on the reccomendation of his friend Vishal Dadlani,  has taken Sunny Hindustani from Indian Idol Rom Rom. Main Jaanta Hu has vocals by Jubin Nautiyal while Maine Socha Na Ho Itna Pyar Karo is sung by Sreya Ghoshal.

The Body, a Viacom film, stars Emraan Hashmi, Rishi Kapoor and Sobhita Dhulipalia in lead roles and is produced by Sunir Khetrapal, with songs released by T-Series. 

Devaansh S. Barjatya and Nandini Bhattad’s Wedding Reception…A Family Affair

In a private ceremony, veteran filmmaker Sooraj R. Barjatya's elder son, Devaansh S. Barjatya tied the knot with Nandini Bhattad. Close family and friends were present to witness the holy matrimony.

On 29th November 2019, the Barjatya family of Rajshri Productions (P) Ltd, welcomed guests from the film industry and trade to the grand reception of Devaansh and Nandini.

Devaansh heads the reputed Television and Fiction Digital division of Rajshri Productions (P) Ltd.

Rajshri Productions (P) Ltd. was established in 1947 and has given industry memorable films like Uphaar, Nadiya Ke Paar, Maine Pyaar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun, Vivaah and Prem Ratan Dhan Payo.

Sudesh Bhosale Voices Mard Maratha of Panipat

Veteran playback singer Sudesh Bhosale is all set to be heard by the audience of historical epic war film Panipat. Acclaimed music director duo Ajay-Atul, of Zingaat and Chikni Chameli fame, roped in the singer to be the voice for a key character of the Panipat in ‘Mard Maratha’ song. He avers, “I got a call from Ajay-Atul for an enthusiastic and exciting song,” adding that the song is about victory, “When I reached the studio, Ashutosh Gowariker was already there. He carefully explained the Panipat backdrop for the war of the Marathas.” 

Presuming for it to be a routine recording, Sudesh Bhosale insists that it turned out to be a lot of fun and that the song turned out to be exactly the way it was supposed to. “Ajay-Atul have done a fantastic job with the rhythm. All the singers recorded their part and left. It was only after the promo was out, did I realize how nicely it has been made.”

The song has been earning rave reviews by the masses on social media. Seeing and hearing his own voice played on the big screen, Sudesh Bhosale asserts that its always a good feeling! “I am a Maratha myself. Naturally, singing about our history, our warriors and their greatness fills me up with pride for Maharashtra. This song turned out to be my style too! Power packed and energetic,” he remarks. 

Expressing his gratitude to the music director duo, Sudesh Bhosale is proud to be associated with this mega historical film Panipat. “Today’s youth have been watching historical films like Padmaavat, Bajirao Mastani et al with utmost interest. They should be aware of our history and through these films, the awareness is made… The war of Panipat is a very famous war,” he concludes.

Nature is where we belong… Roopkumar Rathod has my blessings: Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan, Waheeda Rehman, Mike Pandey, Suniel Shetty, Anil Kumble, Shankar Mahadevan, Hariharan among others endorse Roopkumar Rathod’s Photo Book, Wild Voyage

At the opening preview of Meraki, a group photography exhibition at Nine Fish Art Gallery in Byculla, Roopkumar Rathod launched his coffee table photobook, aptly titled Wild Voyage. Inspired by the music of nature in creative pursuits, Wild Voyage flows with an elemental rhythm and tranquillity. It is a journey from the depth of the ocean, unaffected by waves, with the perfect moment just before capturing to the calming chaos it brings with it.

Roopkumar Rathod, veteran singer-music director and now, an author, feels that it is about his passion, the buzz of adrenaline when a picture comes to life! Being a forest lover and a wildlife enthusiast, he loves the jungle-y wilderness and the whispering winds through the trees that tell their tale. “Sometimes, we just need to listen! The jungle transmits the enchantment and mysteries of its surroundings to the questing pilgrim. It is my meditative space. The Earth has magic for those who believe in it!”, avers he, while adding, “I have filled my canvas with moments that feel bona fide, vulnerable and uncontrived. Here I am, stepping off the edge with an open heart and this is my journey into the wild… My wild voyage!”

With a foreword by, none other than, the Shahenshah of Bollywood Amitabh Bachchan, the testimonial read, “A lot of research has shown that, although we live in houses or buildings in the city, we are still cavemen at heart. The basic wiring in our brains and how we interact are the same as thousands of years ago. Nature is where we still belong. That’s why we all enjoy a walk in the woods, gazing at the stars, watching a sunset, being on a beach, or going camping.

I thank Rathodji for sharing his experiences with us through his superb photography. He has my blessing for continued joy and success with his love for photography,” states Amitabh Bachchan.

Veteran actor Waheeda Rehman, who is also a co-exhibitor at Meraki says that the world already knows Roopkumar Rathod is a very well-known singer and music director. However, she avers, “Very few people know that he is an excellent photographer. He is really very good with his work.”

Acclaimed filmmaker and wildlife activist Mike Pandey expresses the pleasure it is to glide through and savour magical moments of wilderness. He adds, “Roop's unique perspective opens another door into nature's enigmatic world. The special moments in the wilderness, bathed in equally stunning magical light have been captured and frozen for eternity by stunning images and timing... This has been a work of patience, crafted with care and wonderfully presented. Wild Voyage actually transported me to the wilds, leaving me wanting for more. The Earth needs more Roopkumar!”

Here is what Suniel Shetty has to say. “A musical genius, a soulful singer, a magical photographer and a forever friend. Roop, you always inspire and brighten every room you enter, your energy is infectious. May you continue to breaks your own mould as an artist and keep rediscovering your own talents.”

Padma Shri Cricketer Anil Kumble says that Roopkumar Rathod’s exploits in music is well-known. He also adds that not many are aware about his passion for wildlife photography. “This book is a window to his love for animals; a delightful collection, full of brilliant captures, that takes you on a journey into the magical world of nature. We were aware of Roopkumar's ear for music, and now this book is a testament to his eye for nuance!”

Shankar Mahadevan of the famed Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy trio believes photography to be an amazing art in itself, especially when a person’s musicality and sensibility comes into it. According to him, the whole picture changes and that is what Roopkumar Rathod’s talent is all about. “There are very few musicians in our country who have immense depth and knowledge about Indian classical music and at the same time can adapt to any genre of music, and Roop bhai is one of them. This depth and knowledge translate in his amazing wild life photos. Every photo looks like a song and every scene feels like a melody. He has been a wild life enthusiast for many years and his passion for the jungle is equal, if not a minuscule more, than music!” Awaiting the launch, he believes that Roopkumar Rathod’s patience, passion and dedication is clearly evident.

Another stalwart in the Indian music industry is Hariharan, a dear friend to Roopkumar Rathod. They have known each other since the 1980’s. Hariharan imparts that, apart from being a talented singer-composer, Roopkumar Rathod is also a Tabla Nawaz. “He is a born artist and his artistry took a turn to another field, photography. I saw musical compositions of the wild being in its surroundings. The wild being took the form of a melody and the surroundings provided harmony. Awesome photographs are clicked when the timing is right and indeed, Roop clicks at the right second,” he avers.

Celebrated bariatric surgeon Dr. Muffazal Lakdawala says that Wild Voyage stunningly captivates wildlife for photography enthusiasts. Bringing the same unbridled passion of Roopkumar Rathod’s singing to photography, he divulges that he had a small role to play in pushing his dear friend to take on photography as a hobby. “In this book, he has brought his artistic aesthete, signature detail and an eye for natural beauty to the fore. I would urge everyone to grab a copy!”

Apart from these dignitaries, royalties of the likes of Maharaj Shakti Singh Mewar of Udaipur, Rajasthan, acclaimed wildlife photographers Sudhir Shivram and Latika Nath, actor-politician Beena Kak, Vijay Darda of Lokmat group, Dr. Jamuna Pai among others also endorsed the versatile Roopkumar Rathod’s Wild Voyage.

More power to wildlife photography with Wild Voyage!

Roopkumar Rathod and wife Sunali Rathod were recently seen at the Siddhivinayak Temple in Prabhadevi, Mumbai

Roopkumar Rathod and wife Sunali Rathod were recently seen at the Siddhivinayak Temple in Prabhadevi, Mumbai. They sought blessings of the Elephant God Ganesha prior to the release of Roopkumar Rathod's coffee table wildlife photography book aptly titled 'Wild Voyage'.