ma If IPOs are the only exit route in SEA, there’s a problem, says CMIA managing partner By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 00:39:21 +0000 With global funds ramping up their focus on SEA, the scope for secondary deals go up in the region, said Lee Chong Min. The post If IPOs are the only exit route in SEA, there’s a problem, says CMIA managing partner appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article CMIA Capital Partners
ma Grab to launch geo-mapping services in Indonesia this year amid EV push By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 08:20:12 +0000 Grab is in the midst of developing maps that are built with self-driving vehicles in mind. The post Grab to launch geo-mapping services in Indonesia this year amid EV push appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Grab
ma Temasek-backed Reefknot eyes logistics-disrupting startups By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 20:06:19 +0000 The firm is particularly looking at those with differentiated technology, especially if it's scalable, says its MD Marc Dragon. The post Temasek-backed Reefknot eyes logistics-disrupting startups appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Kuehne + Nagel Reefknot Investments Temasek
ma Malaysia’s Axiata Digital aims to apply for digital banking licence, says CEO By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 23:42:05 +0000 The company plans to place its application in the second or third quarter, said Mohd Khairil Abdullah. The post Malaysia’s Axiata Digital aims to apply for digital banking licence, says CEO appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Axiata Digital
ma I’m a big believer in Masa Son, says BlackRock chief Larry Fink By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Feb 2020 03:00:31 +0000 Fink welcomed the recent number of failed IPOs, calling it a reset of a bubble. The post I’m a big believer in Masa Son, says BlackRock chief Larry Fink appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article BlackRock Softbank
ma SBI Holdings-backed e-commerce firm Wandou bullish on Sino-Japanese market By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:15:50 +0000 In January, Wandou raised $48-million Series B from SBI Holdings, Sugi Holdings, and XJ Holding. The post SBI Holdings-backed e-commerce firm Wandou bullish on Sino-Japanese market appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Citic Group Inagora Corporation Itochu Corporation SBI Holdings Sugi Holdings Wandou Gongzhu
ma Qiming partner Helen Wong eyes capturing ‘rare gems’ in market downturn By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 23:24:18 +0000 Qiming, which closed a $1.1 billion fund recently, will look for startups with "good fundamentals." The post Qiming partner Helen Wong eyes capturing ‘rare gems’ in market downturn appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Asia-Pacific COVID-19 Helen Wong Qiming Venture Partners
ma JD.com-backed second hand goods platform Aihuishou spots big opportunity in trade-in market By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 23:51:33 +0000 In 2019, JD.com merged its secondhand commodity trading platform Paipai.com with Aihuishou. The post JD.com-backed second hand goods platform Aihuishou spots big opportunity in trade-in market appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Aihuishou JD.com
ma China’s Trip.com CEO says primary challenge is to ensure cash flows this year By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 00:30:24 +0000 The industry in China has begun to show signs of a pickup with a rise in bookings, Trip.com CEO Jane Jie Sun added. The post China’s Trip.com CEO says primary challenge is to ensure cash flows this year appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Trip.com Group Tripadvisor
ma Mandiri Capital CEO calls e-payments a ‘cash-burning exercise’ By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 09:47:38 +0000 The race for customers in Indonesia is so intensive that e-payment firms are offer steep discounts. The post Mandiri Capital CEO calls e-payments a ‘cash-burning exercise’ appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article GoPay LinkAja Mandiri Capital ovo
ma SoftBank’s Son may still have the last laugh on WeWork deal: Bernstein By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Dec 2019 12:31:22 +0000 Chris Lane of Sanford C. Bernstein says WeWork can have a bright future if SoftBank overhauls the business plan. The post SoftBank’s Son may still have the last laugh on WeWork deal: Bernstein appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Softbank WeWork
ma Bangkok Bank’s bid for Permata reflects Thailand’s overseas M&A ambition By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Sun, 15 Dec 2019 14:09:42 +0000 Since 2010, Thai firms have led or taken part in $83 billion of overseas M&A, including 18 deals of $1 billion or more. The post Bangkok Bank’s bid for Permata reflects Thailand’s overseas M&A ambition appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Bangkok Bank permata
ma Vietnam 2020: Soaring valuations, weak SME deal flow may cloud prospects By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Jan 2020 00:44:33 +0000 The market might take one or two years to see the next batch of SMEs emerge. The post Vietnam 2020: Soaring valuations, weak SME deal flow may cloud prospects appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article ESP Capital Mekong Capital Propzy rever VinaCapital
ma Amazon $1b investment in India not a favor, trade minister says By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Jan 2020 00:04:28 +0000 The comments came in the midst of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’s India visit. The post Amazon $1b investment in India not a favor, trade minister says appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Amazon
ma For Indonesian startups, strong foothold in local market is first priority By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Sat, 18 Jan 2020 00:10:16 +0000 A solid foothold in Indonesia is one of the important prerequisites for overseas expansion. The post For Indonesian startups, strong foothold in local market is first priority appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article General Atlantic IDN Media Indonesia PE-VC Summit 2020 Sorabel Traveloka
ma Should SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son try angel investment? By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Jan 2020 07:08:05 +0000 An 80 per cent writedown on The We Co. has delivered some cold hard truths about Son's vulnerability. The post Should SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son try angel investment? appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Slack Technologies Inc. SoftBank Vision Fund Uber Technologies Inc. WeWork
ma Coronavirus disrupts China’s on-demand app industry By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 13:32:20 +0000 Instead of cashing in on the home-confined population, some food delivery apps have suspended operations. The post Coronavirus disrupts China’s on-demand app industry appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article airbnb Didi Meituan
ma Neumann could be cornered as SoftBank has second thoughts about WeWork By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 07:02:18 +0000 Probes by the U.S. Justice Department and the SEC have given SoftBank an excuse to go back and renegotiate a deal with The We Company's existing shareholders. The post Neumann could be cornered as SoftBank has second thoughts about WeWork appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Adam Neumann Elliott Management Corp SoftBank Group Corp WeWork
ma Founders grappling to make startups recession-proof: Sequoia Capital By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 00:45:11 +0000 "Covid-19 is redefining what uncertainty means," said Sequoia Capital India in its newsletter. The post Founders grappling to make startups recession-proof: Sequoia Capital appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Sequoia Capital Swiggy Zomato
ma Thai distressed assets manager BAM emerges top stock amid virus outbreak By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Sun, 16 Feb 2020 23:25:01 +0000 Investors are betting slower economic growth will spur opportunities for the distressed-assets firm. The post Thai distressed assets manager BAM emerges top stock amid virus outbreak appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article BAM
ma Thai tycoon’s $2.7b bid for Bank Permata seen as move to secure family legacy By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Feb 2020 02:50:13 +0000 For Thailand’s oldest banking family, it’s a legacy-defining deal 25 years in the making. The post Thai tycoon’s $2.7b bid for Bank Permata seen as move to secure family legacy appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Bangkok Bank Pcl
ma Danish facility management firm ISS Group to sell Thai unit for up to $150m By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 00:35:41 +0000 Rippledot Capital is said to be the sell-side advisor for the proposed transaction. The post Danish facility management firm ISS Group to sell Thai unit for up to $150m appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article International Service System (ISS) Group ISS Global
ma Banned Thai opposition party says junta helped Malaysia’s 1MDB cover-up By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Feb 2020 16:03:50 +0000 At least six countries have launched money laundering, financial mismanagement and criminal probes into 1MDB dealings. The post Banned Thai opposition party says junta helped Malaysia’s 1MDB cover-up appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB)
ma Thai hospital operator BDMS makes $3b buyout offer for Bumrungrad By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 23:14:55 +0000 BDMS already owns a 25% stake in Bumrungrad Hospital. The post Thai hospital operator BDMS makes $3b buyout offer for Bumrungrad appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article BDMS Bumrungrad
ma People Digest: Pomelo appoints HR lead; UK’s Man GLG makes key hires in HK By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Mar 2020 11:45:16 +0000 Thai e-commerce startup Pomelo has appointed Piyanuch Limapornvanitch as the company’s Chief People Officer. The post People Digest: Pomelo appoints HR lead; UK’s Man GLG makes key hires in HK appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article pomelo
ma CP Group overpaying for Tesco’s Malaysia and Thai operations, analysts say By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 05:07:38 +0000 Analysts also expressed concern about the huge debt CP All was taking on in this market environment. The post CP Group overpaying for Tesco’s Malaysia and Thai operations, analysts say appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article CP Group Tesco
ma Siam Cement buys Vietnamese packaging materials maker By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Sun, 05 Apr 2020 18:22:20 +0000 The group will purchase Bien Hoa Packaging through a joint venture with top Japanese cardboard maker Rengo. The post Siam Cement buys Vietnamese packaging materials maker appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Bien Hoa Packaging Rengo Siam Cement Group
ma Thailand’s Stark Corporation acquires Vietnamese cable makers for $240m By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Apr 2020 08:56:54 +0000 The deal is the largest inbound industrial transaction in Vietnam in the last three years. The post Thailand’s Stark Corporation acquires Vietnamese cable makers for $240m appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article stark corporation Thinh Phat Cables
ma Thailand’s Siam Commercial Bank secures nod to set up unit in Myanmar By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Sun, 12 Apr 2020 15:14:05 +0000 Thai SCB is looking to issue loans up to $214 million over the next five years in Myanmar. The post Thailand’s Siam Commercial Bank secures nod to set up unit in Myanmar appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article PT Bank Permata Siam Commercial Bank Pcl
ma Thailand’s Kasikornbank gets approval for $40m stake in Myanmar lender By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Sun, 12 Apr 2020 17:38:25 +0000 The investment will be done through its unit Kasikorn Vision. The post Thailand’s Kasikornbank gets approval for $40m stake in Myanmar lender appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Kasikornbank Pcl
ma Top Thai medical gloves maker files IPO as pandemic spurs demand By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 13:14:05 +0000 Sri Trang Gloves Thailand is seeking to raise funds to increase production capacity. The post Top Thai medical gloves maker files IPO as pandemic spurs demand appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Sri Trang Gloves Thailand
ma IFC mulls $60m financing for Indorama’s Uzbekistan cotton farm project By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 23:58:36 +0000 The total cost of the project is estimated at $285 million. The post IFC mulls $60m financing for Indorama’s Uzbekistan cotton farm project appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article IFC Indorama
ma The crucial p53-dependent oncogenic role of JAB1 in osteosarcoma in vivo By feeds.nature.com Published On :: 2020-05-10 Full Article
ma Bundesliga CEO adamant season will restart despite positive tests at Dresden By www.theguardian.com Published On :: 2020-05-10T16:36:23Z Dresden players sent home after two test positive‘We are not changing our plans,’ says Christian SeifertThe Bundesliga is keen to press ahead with plans to restart the season for the top two tiers next weekend, despite Dynamo Dresden’s squad being quarantined for two weeks.Dresden’s players were sent home after two tested positive for coronavirus. This means the second tier club cannot play their first two games of the restart – against Hannover on 17 May and against Fürth the following weekend. Continue reading... Full Article Bundesliga European club football Football Sport
ma Global report: Covid-19 cases rise in Germany as Wuhan reports first infection in weeks By www.theguardian.com Published On :: 2020-05-10T15:17:58Z Global infections surpass 4m; cluster detected in Dordogne, new cases highlight risks as lockdowns easedCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageNew coronavirus infections rose again in Germany at the end of last week, a few days after leaders loosened social restrictions, while the Chinese city of Wuhan announced it had detected its first case in weeks, helping to push the global total past 4m on Sunday.On the eve of the UK starting to ease its lockdown on Monday, the new cases in Germany and China illustrated the difficulties governments will face over the next months as they attempt to reopen their societies without triggering a second wave of infections. Continue reading... Full Article Coronavirus outbreak Infectious diseases Science World news Medical research Europe Germany China France South Korea Spain
ma Owen Smith may not beat Jeremy Corbyn, but he passed the Today test | Michael White By www.theguardian.com Published On :: 2016-08-24T11:51:13Z As he tussled with John Humphrys on Radio 4, the Labour leadership challenger sounded confident, articulate and humanListening to the radio this morning I had an experience I realised I’d almost forgotten. It was the sound of a Labour politician being combatively quizzed on Radio 4 by Today’s John Humphrys in the key 8.10 spot and giving confident, articulate answers in return. When did I last hear that, I wondered?What follows here isn’t a party political broadcast for Owen Smith. For the first time since Labour’s glittering leadership contest to succeed Harold Wilson in 1976 – Callaghan versus Healey, Foot, Crosland, Jenkins and Benn – he’s a leadership contender whom OAP Mike doesn’t really know. Continue reading... Full Article Labour party leadership Labour Politics Jeremy Corbyn Owen Smith
ma How Theresa May’s exit compares with other difficult departures from No 10 By www.theguardian.com Published On :: 2019-05-26T07:00:07Z The Guardian’s former political editor revisits humiliating prime ministerial resignations from Robert Peel to David CameronBoth Brexit camps claim Sir Robert Peel, the Tory moderniser whose 1846 resignation crisis most resembles May’s. But he had succeeded where she failed. Determined to cut food prices for industrial workers, Peel pushed through repeal of protectionist Corn Laws with opposition help. In retaliation, rightwing enemies defeated his Irish Coercion bill. Peel resisted Queen Victoria’s appeal to stay, but grateful crowds cheered him as he walked to the Commons to resign. He slipped out by a side door, but was spotted and cheered home. Divided Tories lost office for 20 years. Continue reading... Full Article Theresa May David Cameron Gordon Brown Margaret Thatcher
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ma Mother's Day 2020: Anushka Sharma, Sanjay Dutt, Sara Ali Khan and other Bollywood celebs shower love on their mothers By Published On :: Sun, 10 May 2020 08:16:18 GMT Today, May 10, India celebrates Mother’s Day. The Internet is flooded with people sharing their fond memories with their mothers and thanking them for everything they do selflessly. Owing to the lockdown, many are unable to celebrate this day they usually do with several people staying away from their family. All this love is now being outpoured on social media. Bollywood celebrities are also taking to social media to share pictures, songs and poems for their dear mothers. Actor Ayushmann Khurrana is debuting a song titled 'Ma', dedicated to all mothers. Sanjay Dutt has penned a poem for late mother Nargis Dutt, while Ananya Panday shared an old video where she is answering who is her most favourite person in the world and she says her mother. Sara Ali Khan shared an unseen picture of her as a newborn baby posing with her mother and grandmother. Other celebrities also wished their mothers in their own ways with heartfelt posts. View this post on Instagram It’s been 39 years since you left us but I know you’re always by my side. I wish you were here with me, today & everyday. Love you and miss you everyday Mom. A post shared by Sanjay Dutt (@duttsanjay) on May 3, 2020 at 2:04am PDT View this post on Instagram माँ। #HappyMothersDay A post shared by Abhishek Bachchan (@bachchan) on May 10, 2020 at 12:12am PDT View this post on Instagram Meri Maa ki Maa ????????♀️????????????????????♀️ Thank you for creating Mommy ???????????????????????????????????? #HappyMothersDay A post shared by Sara Ali Khan (@saraalikhan95) on May 9, 2020 at 11:45am PDT View this post on Instagram ❤️ Love & only love - Happy Mother’s Day Ma ❤️ A post shared by Riddhima Kapoor Sahni (RKS) (@riddhimakapoorsahniofficial) on May 9, 2020 at 10:48pm PDT View this post on Instagram This pretty much sums up mother's day and well... every other day with Tim ❤️???? #HappyMothersDay A post shared by Kareena Kapoor Khan (@kareenakapoorkhan) on May 9, 2020 at 11:16pm PDT View this post on Instagram The answer is still the same ???? love u @bhavanapandey ❤️ A post shared by Ananya ???????? (@ananyapanday) on May 9, 2020 at 12:16pm PDT Words fall short when it comes to describing how much you two mean to me. A mom's job is the hardest in the world and you two have been pros. Thank you for everything.❤️ #HappyMothersDay pic.twitter.com/1B9e3OiwSX — Madhuri Dixit Nene (@MadhuriDixit) May 10, 2020 Here's something for all the Mothers out there who constantly and selflessly shape our lives and the world. This track has been composed by my dear talented friend @RochakTweets and the lyrics are by my amazing nikka phraa @guggss. #HappyMothersDay pic.twitter.com/ZrVltvIAr2 — Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) May 10, 2020 View this post on Instagram Then & Now! ???? Happyy Mother’s Day Mumma! ???????????? Since you can’t take me piggyback anymore, i just want you to know that your warm cuddles and your smile make my heart equally happy ???????????? I love you! ❤️❤️ @geeta_sanon A post shared by Kriti (@kritisanon) on May 9, 2020 at 10:57pm PDT View this post on Instagram Happy Mothers Day to the strongest woman i know... everyday i find something like you in me, sometimes it freaks me out, but mostly i love it ???? I’ll always be your little doll... love you Maa... ???? A post shared by Sonakshi Sinha (@aslisona) on May 9, 2020 at 11:15pm PDT View this post on Instagram Hmmm..... so that’s where I get it from ???? #HappyMothersDay A post shared by Taapsee Pannu (@taapsee) on May 9, 2020 at 9:42pm PDT View this post on Instagram Dodging them till date. Keep them coming Maa. Love you! ❤️ A post shared by Vicky Kaushal (@vickykaushal09) on May 9, 2020 at 5:40pm PDT View this post on Instagram Just like every other day❤️❤️❤️so lucky to have you mommyyy #mothersday A post shared by Tiger Shroff (@tigerjackieshroff) on May 9, 2020 at 10:18pm PDT View this post on Instagram my safe place.. love you mama ❤️ A post shared by Alia Bhatt ☀️ (@aliaabhatt) on May 10, 2020 at 1:29am PDT Full Article
ma Ramayan actor Dipika Chikhlia says she would like to play Kaikeyi, Sunil Lahiri'spick is Raavan By Published On :: Sun, 10 May 2020 12:22:51 GMT Actor Dipika Chikhlia, who was seen playing the role of Sita in Ramayan, was introduced to an unmatched popularity that has not faded even today. In an earlier interview, she had revealed how people in the villages would still refer to her as Sita and would even try touching her feet! However, given a choice today, Sita would not be the character she would like to play. In a recent conversation, Dipika revealed she had evolved as an actor, and would rather be interested to play Kaikeyi, lord Ram's stepmother who insisted her husband Dashratha to send Ram, Lakshman and Sita to an exile for 14 years. Dipika added that playing a negative career was an entirely different experience and she was fond of playing roles that let her explore herself as an artist. Actor Sunil Lahiri, who played Lakshman's character, said he'd still pick the same role, but if he had another choice, he would like to get into the shoes of Ravana as the character had many shades and would give an actor many varieties to perform. As the nationwide lock-down began, Doordarshan started re-airing some of its most popular TV shows, Ramayan being the first one. On April 16, it became the world's most watched TV show, with 7.7 crore viewers. Full Article
ma Music Review: Manikarnika - The Queen Of Jhansi By Published On :: Mon, 14 Jan 2019 05:05:59 GMT <strong>EXPECTATIONS</strong> <em>Manikarnika - The Queen of Jhansi</em> is a dream project of Kangana Ranaut and she has given more than a year into making this happen. While it is expected that the film would have the much required scale, canvas and grandeur that the subject necessitates, the same is expected from music as well which is put together by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy and lyricist Prasoon Joshi. <img class="aligncenter wp-image-941752 size-full" title="Music Review: Manikarnika - The Queen Of Jhansi" src="https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Music-review-–-Manikarnika-The-Queen-of-Jhansi.jpg" alt="Music Review: Manikarnika - The Queen Of Jhansi" width="720" height="405" /> <strong>MUSIC</strong> Shankar Mahadevan is the lead singer for <strong><em>‘Bharat’</em></strong>, a patriotic number which is about bringing the country first before your own self. One wonders if the song is primarily for end credits roll since its theme and tonality suggests a sober conclusion to the war drama that Kangana is bringing on screen. The soundtrack in fact concludes with another version which has Prasoon Joshi narrating (and not singing) it for the audiences. Meanwhile, Shankar Mahadevan is back with <strong><em>'Vijayi Bhava'</em></strong>, yet another theme track which is about moving ahead in the right direction and aim for victory. This is the song that should well have been positioned right at the beginning of the album since it comes with just the right kind of passion and energy that one expects from <em>Manikarnika - The Queen of Jhansi</em>. Reminding of the kind of soundtrack that <em>Baahubali</em> series boasted of, <em>'Vijayi Bhava'</em> should make for a good impression if picturised well on screen. Next to arrive is <strong><em>'Bolo Kab Pratikar Karoge'</em></strong> which has Sukhwinder Singh at the helm of affairs. Yet another song which is high on energy and should arrive at a crucial juncture of the film's narrative when the protagonist is gearing up for the battle, it has a thump to it that should make an impression when experienced in theatres. For the first time in the soundtrack a female voice is heard, what with Pratibha Singh Baghel coming behind the mike for <strong><em>'Rajaji'</em></strong>. A romantic number that should play between Manikarnika and her beau, this one has a sweet sound to it and should bring on some light moments on screen. Pratibha does well as the voice of Kangana and she is joined by Ravi Mishra who arrives in the later part of the song. Yet again, one can't expect the song to emerge as a chartbuster here but should fit in well into the film's narrative. It is back to theme songs in <em>Manikarnika - The Queen of Jhansi</em>, what with Shankar Mahadevan coming up with <strong><em>'Shiv Tandav'</em></strong>. As is expected in a song belonging to this genre, this one too stays on to be strictly situational and one waits to see how it is picturised for the big screen experience. Rest assured, one can expect Kangana Ranaut in a fiery avtar here. A song about waiting for the love of your life to be back soon, <strong><em>'Tak Taki'</em></strong> is yet another song that is rendered by Pratibha Singh Baghel. This too is a situational number and at best should aid in taking the story forward. With a period feel to it, this one does well though in staying well within the mood and ambience of the era gone by. The soundtrack concludes with <strong><em>'Dankila'</em></strong> which has a horde of singers coming together in the form of Prajakta Shukre, Shrinidhi Ghatate, Siddharth Mahadevan and Arunaja. A celebration number that should be set in the happier times of Manikarnika's life, <em>'Dankila'</em> should have arrived much earlier in the film's soundtrack. This one has the right energy to it with a peppy feel. <strong>OVERALL</strong> The music of <em>Manikarnika - The Queen of Jhansi</em> is in line with what the film's subject and narrative warranted. Though one doesn't foresee any chartbusters here, the songs should do well to aid the film's narrative. <strong>OUR PICK(S)</strong> <em>‘Dankila’</em>, <em>‘Vijayi Bhava’</em>, <em>‘Rajaji’</em> Full Article
ma Music Review: Amavas By Published On :: Mon, 28 Jan 2019 06:15:38 GMT <strong>EXPECTATIONS</strong> When it comes to a horror affair, good music always helps in aiding awareness around it. Moreover, the director here is Bhushan Patel and his <em>Ragini MMS 2</em> had chartbuster music. One expects at least a functionally good score in <em>Amavas</em> which has multiple composers and lyricists coming together. <img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-941155" src="https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Bheege-Bheege-Amavas.jpg" alt="" width="720" height="405" /> <strong>MUSIC</strong> It's the sound of guitar that kick-starts the proceedings for <strong><em>'Jab Se Mera Dil'</em></strong>. This is indeed a good team at play as Armaan Malik and Palak Muchhal come together behind the mike and are very effective as singers. The song also has composers Sanjeev-Darshan coming back after a hiatus and with Sandeep Nath writing some simple lyrics for this romantic number, you are in for a good pleasant outing that has melody as the centre-stage. Next to arrive is a dance number <strong><em>'Finito'</em></strong> and this one has Jubin Nautiyal in a different avtar as he gets into a club outing. He is supported by Sukriti Kakar along with rapper Ikka and together they ensure that there is no dull moment in there. Composer Abhijit Vaghani puts together this track that has a Spanish base to it and also reminds one of Bombay Rockers' <strong><em>'Rock Tha Party'</em></strong>. Kunaal Vermaa's lyrics are just the kind that go with songs belonging to this genre and hence stay functional. It is back to melody with the sound of guitar being heard all over again in Sanjeev-Darshan and Sandeep Nath's <strong><em>'Dhadkan'</em></strong>. Reminding of the kind of music that one typically hears in a Vikram Bhatt film, this one sees the coming together of Jubin Nautiyal and Palak Muchhal all over again. The pair doesn't disappoint as the song pretty much continues from where their earlier outing <em>'Jab Se Mera Dil'</em> left and works well as a romantic outing. The soundtrack concludes with Ankit Tiwari composed and sung <strong><em>'Bheege Bheege'</em></strong> where he is joined by Sunidhi Chauhan. This one is just the kind of song that one expects when a romantic mood is setting in a horror outing. In fact newcomer Anurag Bhomia spins his lyrics too around the same lines as it leads to a seductive outing. While the start of the song is fine, it is the hook piece with Ankit on the forefront that brings in a different dimension to <em>'Bheege Bheege'</em>. <strong>OVERALL</strong> Music of <em>Amavas</em> delivers as expected and in fact manages to go a bit beyond being just functional. Play this one on loop and you would end up adding this to your playlist. <strong>OUR PICK(S)</strong> <em>‘Jab Se Mera Dil’</em>, <em>‘Dhadkan’</em>, <em>‘Bheege Bheege’</em> Full Article
ma Music Review: Total Dhamaal By Published On :: Mon, 25 Feb 2019 07:08:07 GMT <strong>EXPECTATIONS</strong> With the film already running in theatres and each of the songs been out one after another, you are pretty much aware about what the music of <em>Total Dhamaal</em> has to offer. Gourov-Roshin are the composers for this soundtrack that is quite snazzy with just four songs in there. <img class="aligncenter wp-image-956955 size-full" title="Music Review Total Dhamaal" src="https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Music-Review-Total-Dhamaal.jpg" alt="Music Review Total Dhamaal" width="720" height="405" /> <strong>MUSIC</strong> It is a retro beginning for <em>Total Dhamaal</em> as Laxmikant-Pyaarelal, Anand Bakshi and Kishore Kumar's <strong><em>'Paisa Yeh Paisa'</em></strong> is recreated by Gourov-Roshin and lyricist Kunwar Juneja. The good part about this recreation is that the core essence of the song has been kept intact right from the 'mukhda' to the 'antara'. While Dev Negi and Subhro Ganguly do well to keep the playful element on, it is Arpita Chakraborty's vocals in the 'antara' portions that really elevate the song further. A good number to hear and enjoy all over again. The next track to follow is a recreation too with Gourov-Roshin and Kunwar Juneja putting together Rajesh Roshan and Usha Mangeshkar's <strong><em>'Mungda'</em></strong>. With Gourov Dasgupta bringing on rap into the song which has been picturised on Sonakshi Sinha, this one actually turns out to be a fast paced entertaining hear that works well even four decades after the original from <em>Inkaar</em> was heard first. Though the song has been slammed by a few, it actually turns out to be a good effort by Jyotica Tangri who is supported well by Shaan and Subhro Ganguly. The song which actually turns out to be the best of the lot is the original number <strong><em>'Speaker Phat Jaaye'</em></strong> that has been written by Kumaar. It is surprising that this one was not the first to be promoted as it actually has a good rhythm to it which places it well as a party anthem. Harrdy Sandhu takes the lead in this club track while being supported by Abuzar Akhtar. As for Aditi Singh Sharma and Jonita Gandhi, they chip in well too hence ensuring that there is no dull moment in there. Play this on in loop and you would be hooked for sure. Last to arrive is the <strong><em>'Theme song'</em></strong>, the sound of which has been heard in the promo of the film. Yet again, it would have actually helped had a music video been created around it and promoted as this one too is fast paced that goes with the film's theme. This one too has a lot of energy to it which is in line with the spirit of the film. Dev Negi takes centre-stage for this song which arrives briefly in the film's narrative and does make its presence felt. <strong>OVERALL</strong> The music of <em>Total Dhamaal</em> fits in quite well with the mood and spirit of the film. Moreover, with audiences appreciating the film, there is further recall on the cards for the music that would only make it further popular. This one is a mood booster. <strong>OUR PICK(S)</strong> <em>‘Speaker Phat Jaaye’</em>, <em>‘Paisa Yeh Paisa’</em>, <em>‘Mungda’</em> Full Article
ma Music Review: Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota By Published On :: Thu, 21 Mar 2019 06:27:24 GMT <strong>EXPECTATIONS</strong> The promo of <em>Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota</em> candidly admits that it doesn't wish to be slotted as a festival film. That is pretty apparent when it comes to the soundtrack as well since there are as many as eight songs in there, albeit pretty offbeat in nature. Newcomer Karan Kulkarni puts together the entire album with Garima Obrah writing maximum songs. <img class="aligncenter wp-image-966210 size-full" title="Music Review Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota" src="https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Music-Review-Mard-Ko-Dard-Nahi-Hota.jpg" alt="Music Review Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota" width="720" height="450" /> <strong>MUSIC</strong> Benny Dayal goes all energetic in <strong><em>'Rappan Rappi Rap'</em></strong> which has quirky lyrics in there right through the song's four minute duration. A fun track that has a peppy appeal to it, this one is unique in its own way as you have never heard something like this before at least in the Bollywood scheme of things, courtesy lyricist Garima Obrah. Karan joins hands with lyricist Garima Obrah and also comes behind the mike for <strong><em>'Kitthon Da Tu Superstar'</em></strong> which has Sanj V taking the lead. A Punjabi number which has just the kind of musical ingredients that you expect in a song belonging to this genre and setting, this one has a foot tapping appeal to it. Before the album concludes though, there is a shorter <em>'Shooter Version'</em> too which is Sanj V show all the way with Dipanjan Guha joining Karan Kulkarni for the music. Guest composer Shantanu Ghatak comes up with <strong><em>'Tere Liye'</em></strong> which starts with the sound of a piano. This one has Vishal Mishra beginning the proceedings with newcomer Kamakshi Rai joining him behind the mike along with Karan Kulkarni himself. A song based in night, this one tries to be all serene and cool though eventually turns out to be just about decent. Karan Kulkarni takes lead as a singer along with Saba Azad for <strong><em>'Nakhrewaali'</em></strong>. This one has a different kind of a sound to it when compared with the kind of Bollywood numbers that one has been exposed to. That said, the final impact is not really the kind that makes you root for it. Written by Garima Obrah and Hussain Haidry, this one just about passes muster. What catches your attention at the very onset of the title of the song that goes as <strong><em>'Life Mein Fair Chance Kiska'</em></strong> (Jimmy Mani Song). The lead singer here is Suresh Triveni who sings in a style similar to that of S.P. Balasubramaniam, and that too rather intentionally. However, even though this Garima Obrah written number tries to be all cool and funny, it doesn't really manage to make much of an impression. Moreover, the manner in which Suresh Triveni sings this one along with Surya Ragunaathan and Veera Fauzia Saxena, you can hardly comprehend it. Kamakshi Rai returns, this time for an English number <strong><em>'Dreamtime'</em></strong>. Written by Karan Kulkarni, this one has an out and out Western base to it with a club setting to it. One waits to see how this one is picturized on screen and so is the case with <em>'Shaolin Sky'</em> which follows next. This one has Karan Kulkarni playing the triple role of composer, lyricist and singer, even as he tries to bring back the theme of <em>'Rappan Rappi Rap'</em> intermittently. <strong>OVERALL</strong> The music of <em>Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota</em> is too niche and certain portions of some of the songs may probably make an impression during the film's storytelling, but that's about it. <strong>OUR PICK(S)</strong> <em>‘Rappan Rappi Rap’</em>, <em>‘Kitthon Da Tu Superstar’</em> Full Article
ma EXCLUSIVE: Writer Kanika Dhillon bags Shah Rukh Khan-Rajkumar Hirani's next! By Published On :: Sun, 10 May 2020 08:10:29 GMT Shah Rukh Khan’s last film, Zero, released in December 2018 after which he went on a long sabbatical. He has been reading scripts and even shortlisted a few of them. Meanwhile, the names of a lot of filmmakers did the rounds with whom the superstar was supposedly working with. However, of late, it has come to light that SRK is working with blockbuster filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani in his next directorial flick. Recently, while answering a fan question, he also let out a strong hint that he has indeed given his nod to Rajkumar Hirani’s flick. And naturally, it led to a lot of excitement among fans. While not much is known about the film and its subject, Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learnt that for this venture, Rajkumar Hirani and his frequent collaborator writer Abhijat Joshi have been joined by Kanika Dhillon. She has become quite well known of late thanks to her work in films like Manmarziyaan (2018), Kedarnath (2018), Judgmentall Hai Kya (2019) and the web film Guilty (2020). Interestingly, in the beginning of her career, she had extensively worked with SRK’s Red Chillies Entertainment. She worked as an assistant director on SRK’s 2007 blockbuster Om Shanti Om. She wrote the screenplay of Ra.One (2011) and additional screenplay of Always Kabhi Kabhi (2011). Rajkumar Hirani’s next hence marks Kanika’s reunion with Shah Rukh and Red Chillies Entertainment after almost 9 years. A source close to the project says, “Kanika Dhillon has come on-board and she along with Rajkumar Hirani and Abhijat Joshi are busy scripting the film. Kanika is mainly scripting while Rajkumar and Abhijat are helping her with inputs. They are hoping to finish in a month or two. The film was to go on floors in August but due to the lockdown, it seems that the shoot will be pushed ahead.” Rajkumar Hirani’s last film, Sanju, released in 2018 and was based on the controversial life of actor Sanjay Dutt. Starring Ranbir Kapoor, this flick emerged as the biggest hit of that year, earning Rs. 342.53 crores. Hirani, in fact, holds the envious record of not giving a single flop as a director. The source assures, “His film with Shah Rukh Khan too seems to be shaping up well, at the writing stage. And Rajkumar-Abhijat-Kanika collaboration has added a lot to the script and it’ll be something to watch out for.” Also Read: Post Manmarziyaan, Taapsee Pannu and Kanika Dhillon reunite for Haseen Dillruba Full Article
ma Man need to understand the importance of empowering women By Published On :: 2020-05-10T17:00:00+00:00 Priyanka, who is vocal about her ideas on issues pertaining to women's health, says being an entertainer gives her a platform to spread awareness about social causes. Priyanka Chopra is a veteran Actress. Have a Good Experience. Priyanka Chopra says women have the superpower to balance career with family and it is high time men understood that their aspirations are equally important. The 35-year-old actor, who entered the film industry soon after winning the Miss World title at the age of 18, credits her parents, especially her father, for understanding her dreams and helping her achieve them. 1. "I came from a family where everyone questioned my decision to become an actor. There was a big debate in my house. But my parents, especially my father said, 'I am standing by her in whatever she wants to do. 2. I will make sure nothing wrong happens to her.' He kept his promise. He was with me always till I was 23. He used to be my manager. I had the support of my father," Priyanka told in an interview. 3. "The men in the world need to understand that as soon as you empower a woman, as soon as you give her the opportunity to be her best, she can handle both family and career. I feel boys can't tackle both. Look at the medals at Commonwealth Games, most of them have been won by women because they had this opportunity," she says. 4. The actor believes society needs to be more open towards the idea of women being ambitious. People have still not warmed up to the idea of a career-oriented woman. The entire Bollywood industry is pouring in Celebration Sports Club, Mumbai, to bid the last adieu to the legendary actress of Indian cinema, Sridevi. The prayer meeting is crowded by biggies of Bollywood, like Kajol, Ajay Devgn, Aishwarya, Jaya Bachchan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Kapoor, Salman Khan, Arbaaz Khan, Farhan Khan, Nimrat Kaur, Satish Kaushik, Sanjay Kapoor, Waheeda Rehman, Isha Deol, Hema Malini, Madhuri Dikshit, Subhash Ghai, Sushmita Sen, and many others, who have come to pay a last visit before Sridevi's body will be taken for the last rights to Vile Parle Seva Samaj Crematorium and Hindu Cemetery, next to Pawn Hans around 3.30 pm. While a lot has already been said about the versatile actress's sudden death, due to accidental drowning after losing her consciousness in the bathtub of a hotel room in Dubai. One of her close friends has now come out making a shocking new revelation about Sridevi’s health condition. In an interaction with a leading daily, Pinky Reddy who knows Sridevi since childhood recalled her last phone-call with Sridevi saying, “I have lost a sister. It (Her demise) is shocking. We are devastated. I spoke to her the day she was leaving for Dubai. She was down with fever and was on antibiotics. She was feeling tired, but she said that she has to go for the wedding.” Full Article
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ma Indian-American Women Making Mark In 2016 General Elections By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Indian-American women politicians are making a mark in this year's general elections in the US with Democrat Kamala Harris all set to be elected as the first Senator from the community. Full Article