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Visiting Kerala in India is one thing, but immersing yourself in its local culture is different experience. Discover Kerala through its rich Ayurvedic practices.
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Best Palace Hotels in India Worth a Visit
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Some of India’s most opulent royal palaces have been converted into heritage hotels, where guests can stay and soak up history while being treated like a true Maharaja.
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India is known for its rich culture, heritage, and religious diversity. People from across the world visit India specifically to admire its religious sites, Holy places, and unique architecture.
Top Wellness Destinations in India
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Here are some popular Indian destinations that also rank high on most wellness travel lists. Check out the best Wellness destinations in India
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Indian-American Abhijit Banerjee won the 2019 Nobel Economics Prize, along with wife Esther Duflo and Michael Kremer, for work on alleviating global poverty.
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Ed i to r ’s V i ew Dear Readers, For me, November is one of the best months. This is the month that Aruna and I are getting ready to go to India, and I look forward to visiting my Martubhumi once again. I am sure some of you are also getting ready to visit India and that is why we present this special issue on travel to India. In this issue, we cover the Best Palace Hotels in India. As you may know, some of India’s most opulent royal palaces have been converted into heritage hotels where you can stay and soak up history while being treated like a true Maharaja and Maharani. Talking about history, India is known for its rich culture, heritage, and religious diversity. People from across the world visit India specifically to admire its religious sites, Holy places, and unique architecture. Check out the article “Most Visited & Famous Religious Places Across India.” When we talk about being treated as Maharaja and Maharani and visiting religious sites, let us not forget our health. In this issue we also feature some popular Indian destinations that rank high on most wellness travel lists. It is also our pleasure to bring you a first hand experience of travel to India. Our own Chahna Tailor visited India just this past month. She advises us to “Don’t Just Travel - Submerge into the Culture” in this issue. And last but least, but as a matter of fact, the most important item for this issue is to think about the year end. This time of year, many of you are looking for a charity to donate your money and get a tax advantage. In the article, “The Future of India - Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation,” I have given full details about a charity organization that is very close to my heart. Over the past several years, we have been involved with and supported Ekal Vidyalaya. We are strong believers in supporting nonprofit organizations that help children’s education in India. We have been sponsoring Ekal Vidyalaya Schools every year now for over 15 years. Each Ekal Vidyalaya School in rural India serves 30-35 children and costs $365 a year. Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation is able to maintain this dollar-a-day cost because it works with a low overhead budget and is supported by the villagers with whom it works. We all have heard that “A child without education is like a bird without wings.” We do not want our kids in India to live in this world without wings. Our Hindu scripture Upanishad explains three cardinal virtues of life as follows,
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Don’t Just Travel Submerge into the Culture By Chahna Tailor
` ` ` An Ayurvedic proverb is, “When diet is wrong, medicine is of no use; when diet is correct, medicine is of no need.” 16
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Ayurveda is a science that I have formed a personal bond with, so much so that I decided to pursue a formal education in it. With the program came the opportunity for a clinical internship in Kannur, Kerala, and to learn from and work with Ayurvedic doctors.
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ast month, I visited the state of Kerala in India for the first time. Many vacation here because of its natural beauty – the never-ending shoreline, miles and miles of serene backwaters, and rich wildlife. Kerala boasts everything from delectable food to the arts to stunning architecture. However, my reason for this visit is a little different. Kerala is also known for Ayurveda. NOVEMBER 2019 - WWW.DESHVIDESH.COM
As excited as I was about learning Ayurveda, I also took the time to interact with friendly locals and to explore the rich culture and heritage of Kerala.
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An Ayurvedic proverb is, “When diet is wrong, medicine is of no use; when diet is correct, medicine is of no need.” This is something I have had the opportunity to experience firsthand here. At the Apthasree Ayurvedic hospital, seeing patients was one thing. Seeing the same patients come back with positive results was another.
with friendly locals and to explore the rich culture and heritage of Kerala that includes some of the most remarkable architecture of temples, mosques, and churches. Needless to say, I wasn’t coming back to Florida… Okay,
obviously I was. However, the next time you’re vacationing in Kerala, or anywhere in India for that matter, don’t forget to check out our country’s timetested science that is incredibly rich and becoming increasingly popular in the West. Happy Travels!
But, making our own medication and watching it work before our own eyes was a whole ‘nother ball game. Learning to make natural supplements from plants, minerals, and animal products such as milk, honey, and ghee was something I never expected. As excited as I was about learning Ayurveda, I also took the time to interact
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About the Author
Chahna Tailor is a certified yoga instructor with backgrounds in occupational therapy and health science. Occupational therapy opened up the doors of knowledge when it came to taking care of the Self first and leading a healthier life. This led her to the physical practice of yoga. Chahna deepened her practice by training in Rishikesh, India, where she studied the science behind yoga, the breath, and meditation. Chahna also practices personal training, Reiki, hypnotherapy, aromatherapy, pranichealing, and sound healing.
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Best Palace Hotels in India Worth a Visit Some of India’s most opulent royal palaces have been converted into heritage hotels. Admire the architecture and soak up the history by spending a few nights in a palace in true Maharaja style! 24
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he rich history, culture, and heritage of India has so much to offer, from mesmerizing temples and historical monuments to lavish palaces and grand hills. Some of India’s most opulent royal palaces have been converted into heritage hotels. Admire the architecture and soak up the history by spending a few nights in a palace in true Maharaja style! These palace hotels are some of the best in India and are definitely worth a stay.
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Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad Hyderabad’s famous Falaknuma Palace is known for its opulence. This 19th-century palace was the residence of the Nizam of Hyderabad. The Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces Group renovated it into a luxury heritage hotel in 2010.
Usha Kiran Palace, Gwalior Built in 1902 as a home for visitors of the Prince of Wales, it was later acquired by Jivajirao Scindia of the Scindia Dynasty. It is one of the most popular luxury heritage hotels in Madhya Pradesh. At the Usha Kiran Palace, you can get a glimpse of the traditional character as many original construction aspects have been retained such as the Palace’s rosewood elevators.
Lalitha Mahal Palace, Mysore Located near Chamundi Hills, it is the second largest palace in Mysore. It was built in 1921 by His Highness Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV, Maharaja of Mysore, and was fashioned along the lines of St. Paul’s Cathedral, London. This shimmering white palace is a majestic sight to behold. 26
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Lake Palace, Udaipur When discussing palaces of India, one would be remiss to forget any mention of Rajasthan! Built in the 18th century, Lake Palace in Udaipur was the winter palace of Maharana Jagat Singh II of the Mewar Dynasty. This floating palace, in the middle of Lake Pichola, is known for its white marble walls, lily pond, and numerous gardens. This heritage hotel is now operated by the Taj Group.
Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur Known to be one of the world’s largest private residences, this palace was named after Maharaja Umaid Singh, and is still the residence of the royal family of the Rathore dynasty. Built with sandstone and marble, this palace is spread over 26 acres and took nearly 15 years to complete.
This floating palace, in the middle of Lake Pichola, is known for its white marble walls, lily pond, and numerous gardens. This heritage hotel is now operated by the Taj Group. For more detailed information on this article or to view additional pictures, please visit www.deshvidesh.com/112019 28
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ndia is known for its rich culture, heritage, and religious diversity. Home to a diverse range of faiths, the nation’s multi-religious identity lends itself to a unique landscape for visitors to enjoy. People from all over the world visit India specifically to admire the religious sites scattered across the country. If you are looking to add a few religious stops to your next trip to India, the following list offers a place to start.
Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir Vaishno Devi is the holy shrine of Adi Shakti (Goddess Shakti or Parvati). Situated at an elevation of 5300 feet (1615 meters), the shrine is located in an ancient cave in the Trikuta Hills in Katra, Jammu & Kashmir. Visited by nearly 8 million devotees from across the world every year, Vaishno Devi is a must-see site.
Tirumala Venkateswara, Andhra Pradesh Also known as ‘Tirupati Balaji’, this temple is located at the highest peak of Seshachalam Hills in Tirupati and is the richest religious site in the country. Dedicated to one of Lord Vishnu’s avatar, Lord Venkateshwara, nearly 40 million people visit the temple every year. The temple dates back to 300 AD, which adds to the historical significance of the site. NOVEMBER 2019 - WWW.DESHVIDESH.COM
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Harmandir Sahib, Amritsar Known as the Golden Temple, this Gurdwara is regarded as one of the most sacred sites of Sikh faith. The temple attracts more than 100,000 devotees every day. More than a thousand people are fed free hot meals, known as langar, irrespective of their religion or social status, at this historic site.
Ajmer Sharif Dargah, Rajasthan This shrine is dedicated to the famous Indian Sufi Saint, Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti. One of the most visited Muslim pilgrim sites in India, this shrine is situated at the foot of the Taragarh Hill. Its massive gates include intricate silver carvings, while the inner courtyard includes a tomb carved out of marble and plated with gold. This sacred site welcomes millions of devotees of different faiths every year. 34
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People from all over the world visit India specifically to admire the religious sites scattered across the country. Basilica of Bom Jesus, Goa A UNESCO World Heritage site, the Roman Catholic Basilica of Bom Jesus is the most famous church and can be found in Old Goa, the former capital of Portugese India. The Basilica holds the mortal remains of mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier and is visited by nearly 20 million devotees and tourists every year from across the world.
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hen it comes to health and wellness retreats, India is definitely at the top of the list. With so much diversity, the country has much to offer wellness travelers, whether its yoga, meditation, Ayurveda or fitness. Wellness travel allows visitors to India indulge in the holistic rejuvenation of mind, body and soul. Add these popular wellness destinations in India to your list of must-visit locations.
Wellness travel to India allows visitors to indulge in the holistic rejuvenation of mind, body and soul.
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Kerala Kerala represents the ultimate destination to relax and connect with your inner well being. The state is already well known for its scenic waterfalls, backwaters, and tranquil beaches. Travelers often visit also to indulge in the most authentic Ayurvedic treatments. Known as ‘God’s own country,’ Kerala is a perfect destination to de-stress your mind and body.
Goa Known as the most chill and laid back of Indian travel destinations, Goa is also famous for its yoga and rejuvenation retreats. The serene and soothing coastline along the Arabian Sea are a perfect backdrop for yoga enthusiasts. This tranquil state is also coming up fast on the list of must-visit Ayurveda locations in India, especially for Naturopathy.
Rishikesh, Uttarakhand For those looking for a destination to detoxify the mind and soul within the lap of nature, complete with panoramic views, then Rishikesh is the place to visit. The destination offers a wide range of stunning, high-end yoga retreats. These retreats provide a holistic experience combining health and fitness with Ayurveda and meditation. 40
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Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh
While Himachal Pradesh is in itself a wellness destination, Dharmala in particular, is the perfect indulgence for the senses. Located in the foothills of the Himalayas and surrounded by cedar forests, this beautiful city is home to the Dalai Lama. From massages to yoga, this city offers many amazing wellness centers, and you can also indulge in Tibetan meditation here.
Udaipur, Rajasthan
Udaipur in Rajasthan is not only synonymous with royalty and luxury, it is also a popular wellness destination. The city is set around a series of artificial lakes that enhance its beauty and also provide calmness and tranquility to visitors. Udaipur is well-known for its Ayurvedic centers and spas. Known as the ‘Venice of the East,’ yoga retreats, spa centers, and holistic wellness centers for all can be found here.
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Indian-Origin Economist Abhijit Banerjee Wins Nobel Prize
Indian-American Abhijit Banerjee won the 2019 Nobel Economics Prize, along with Esther Duflo and Michael Kremer, for their “experimental approach to alleviating global poverty.” Banerjee and Duflo, a FrenchAmerican, have been married for four years. They are the first couple to win a Nobel Prize in Economics, and the sixth Nobelwinning couple so far. Abhijit Banerjee and his wife Duflo are both professors at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Michael Kremer is a professor at Harvard University. Talking about the trio’s contribution to the field of economics, the statement released by the Swedish academy read, “The research conducted by
this year’s Laureates has considerably improved our ability to fight global poverty. In just two decades, their new experimentbased approach has transformed development economics, which is now a flourishing field of research.” “This year’s Laureates have introduced a new approach to obtaining reliable answers about the best ways to fight global poverty. In brief, it involves dividing this issue into smaller, more manageable, questions. They have shown that these smaller, more precise, questions are often best answered via carefully designed experiments among the people who are most affected,” it added.
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Indian-Origin Doctors Help Develop AI to Detect Brain Hemorrhage in Seconds Is AI better at finding brain hemorrhage than human experts? Well, meet the researchers who have trained AI to accurately detect even the most complex brain hemorrhage cases to save lives in seconds. When it comes to medical emergencies, we all know every second can make a significant difference, and this technology is that difference. Scientists at UC San Francisco and UC Berkeley have developed a fully convolutional neural network, called PatchFCN, that can identify abnormalities in head CT scans with comparable accuracy to highly trained radiologists. Indian-origin Jitendra Malik, PhD, with UC Berkeley, is one of the co-authors of the study. He is a professor of electrical engineering and
computer sciences at Berkeley and is known for his work in computer vision. According to Malik, “Given the large number of people who suffer from traumatic brain injury every day and are rushed to the emergency department, this has very big clinical importance. That convinced me to work on this problem.” The reason why this AI works with such amazing accuracy is the training data that has been fed into the algorithm. The data compromised of a convolutional neural network with over 4,396 CT scans. Another Indian American co-author of the study, Pratik Mukherjee, MD, Ph.D., said, “The hemorrhage can be tiny and still be significant. That’s what makes a radiologist’s job
so hard, and that’s why these things occasionally get missed. If a patient has an aneurysm, and it’s starting to bleed, and you send them home, they can die.” Mukherjee is a professor of radiology at UC San Francisco. The AI isn’t ready to replace a doctor yet, but it can be of considerable help to the doctors in determining the existence of hemorrhage and its various types instantaneously, which is time-sensitive and early Detection could help save the life of an individual with proper treatment.
Indian-American Rik Mehta to Run for NJ U.S. Senate Seat Indian American Dr. Rikin ‘Rik’ Mehta has announced plans to run for a United States Senate seat in New Jersey. A pharmacist and attorney, Dr. Mehta is running against US Senator Cory Booker, a Democrat. Cory Booker is also vying for his party’s nomination in the 2020 presidential race. In his YouTube announcement, Dr. Mehta said, “While Cory Booker campaigns around the country for his doomed presidential bid, the New Jersey economy continues to tank and our beautiful towns are becoming destitute.” “For too long our state has been failed by socialist politicos like Cory, who continue to build their careers off the backs of our proud immigrant communities 48
– while real New Jerseyans continue to struggle. No more. I spent my life fighting for communities and that’s what I’ll do in Washington,” he added. Talking about his strategy and motives, Dr. Mehta said, “All of us are very disappointed at what Cory Booker has done, but my focal point is not on what he hasn’t done, but it’s on what I am going to do. And, based on
my background and my relevant experience on policymaking as a pharmacist and an attorney for many years, holding pharmaceutical companies accountable, while still bringing life-saving drugs to the market and that’s what we are going to be focusing on and changing healthcare.” Rik Mehta’s parents came to the US before he was born. He is a self-described first generation American. He has vowed his support to other immigrants like his parents and himself. His campaign slogan is ‘Jersey Proud.’ While Mehta is “not a career politician,” he is well-known and respected in his respective field. He was vice president at Aquestive Therapeutics, and a co-founder and advisor of Licentiam, Inc. and Lactiga Therapeutics.
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Indian American Artists Win 3Arts Awards in Chicago
Two Indian-origin artists based in Chicago have won the prestigious 3Arts Awards for their achievements in 2019. 3Arts is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization, which awards Chicago’s women artists, artists of color, and artists with disabilities for their indisputable contributions. This year 20 artists will be honored with unrestricted grants at the 12th annual 3Arts Awards Celebration on November 4. The two Indian Americans who will be conferred the honor at the event are dance artist Laksha Dantran and theater artist Richard Costes. Ten 3Arts Awards recipients will receive $25,000 cash grants, and ten additional artists will get $2,000 cash grants through Make a Wave. Laksha Dantran is a transgender artist who is trained in forms of Indian classical dance and theater. She is currently working with Mandala South Asian Performing Arts in Chicago on a modern dance theatre work Story of Ram, which will be staged on November 3. Apart from touring throughout the United States for performances, she has also been to India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Belgium. Dantran has received critical claim as a performer, curator, and director. According to her bio on Chicago Arts Coalition website, she is the 2018-2019 Spark Microgrant recipient. The website said, “In her journey she is fascinated by blending all aspects of life into her visual art
presentation, and breaking the boundaries of existing conversation in order to create an inclusive atmosphere among people of color, race, and gender.” Richard Costes is a deaf actor, who is a cast member of Mosquitoes at Steep Theatre that is running now through Novem-
ber. Apart from being an actor, he is also a director, playwright, and accessibility consultant. He received the 3Arts Make a Wave grant in 2017. He has performed at many Chicago theaters, including Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, Red Tape Theatre, Redtwist Theatre and more.
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n 2017, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation (EVF) a unique goal of establishing 100,000 schools by the year 2022 – the 75th year of India’s independence. Volunteers and management of Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation accepted this challenge very gracefully and predicted that they will reach this goal way ahead of time. To date, EVF has established 99,209 schools and have enrolled over 2.5 million students - 13,45,127 boys and 13,44,084 girls all over India. Similar to last year, Ekal Vidyalaya USA has planned The Future of India - a fundraising gala in New York featuring Bollywood heartthrob Vivek Oberoi as special guest.
American businessmen and philanthropists Manu Shah of MSI Imports and Ajay Keshap, donated half a million dollars each. The dedication of Ekal Vidyalaya’s donors, supporters, and volunteers is the key to this movement’s remarkable success.
Also performing will be Indian singer Shibani Kashyap who is best known for working in the Bollywood film industry. Two leading Indian American business men Raju Reddy and Ragy Thomas will be the keynote speakers. Last year in Long Beach, California, at the EVF Gala, two leading Indian
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On February 26, 2019, “Ekal Abhiyan Trust,” the umbrella organization was honored with the 2017 Gandhi Peace Prize for its contributions to education. Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation (EVF), the largest global organization undertaken by Indians and NRIs in a dozen countries, dedicated to integrated village development in rural India, is also known for its contributions towards providing education to rural and tribal children and furthering gender social equality in remote parts of India. The organization also works for the holistic development of remote and tribal villages, focusing on health and hygiene, economic development and women empowerment using technology and e-transformation tools. 53
Presently, EVF is a movement of over 96,559 teachers, 7,717 voluntary workers, 35 field organization (throughout 26 Indian states), and 8 support agencies. Apart from its goal of achieving the national standards of Minimum Level of Learning, Ekal Vidyalaya seeks to empower the village community for its own self-development through five verticals of Functional Education, Healthcare Education, Development Education, Empowerment Education and Ethics & Value Education. To run a single Ekal school for one year, it costs about $365 per year or $1 per day. The cost is divided as follows: * 60% teacher Salary * 27% training & capacity building of teachers & volunteers * 4% teaching materials * 9 % administrative and other Ekal Vidyalaya relies on the self-motivation of teachers driven by the spirit of volunteerism rather than their monetary incentives. Ekal Vidyalaya follows the informal way of teaching and does not need
* 100% of health workers * 22% of full time volunteers * 40% IT literacy trainees in GRCs * 30% trainees under Ekal on wheels * 100% students in tailoring * 15% of farmers trainees for organic farming * 60% trainees of nutritional garden * 35% of Sanskar volunteers any fix infrastructure or buildings. The Vidyalaya conducts its activities from any common place available in the village and therefore spending on salary of teachers and infrastructure are limited. Besides providing free education to children in India, Ekal Vidyalaya supports women empowerment. The organization has made women change agents at the grassroot level as depicted by the following statistics.
Females constitute: * 50% of students in Ekal Vidyalaya * 72% of Ekal teachers
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* 40% of participants in weekly pathshala * 60% of participants of Sanskar Rath and Katha Besides Ekal Vidyalaya, there are several NGOs such as Prathem, Akshay Patra and Aim for Seva, helping children in India. Ekal Vidyalaya specifically works with the following mission in mind. * * * *
Comprehensive village development approach Local empowerment Emphasis on self sufficiency A true movement with a goal of 100,000 schools
* Nation-wide network
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* Concept is based on mass voluntarism
About Raj Shah
* Youth and female involvement
A software engineer by profession, Indian culture enthusiast, ardent promoter of Hinduism, and a cancer survivor, Raj Shah is a managing editor of Desh-Videsh Magazine and cofounder of Desh Videsh Media Group. Promoting the rich culture and heritage of India and Hinduism has been his motto ever since he arrived in the US. He has been instrumental in starting and promoting several community organizations such as the Indian Religious and Cultural Center and Hindu University of America South Florida Chapter. He serves as a chairman of Board of International Hindu University. Raj has written two books titled Chronology of Hinduism and Understanding Hinduism. He has also written six children books, We love Diwali, Holi Hai, The Complete Ramayan in 100 Tweets, The Mahabharat in 100 Tweets, Coloring and Understanding Hindu Symbols and Welcome to my beautiful Mandir.
* Complete transparency and accountability * Maximum donation reaches the grassroots level For further information or to donate to this worthy cause, please visit the Ekal website: https://www.ekal.org/us/donate.
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Bala, Motichoor Chaknachoor, Drive & Satellite Shanker Trailers Out
Motichoor Chaknachoor Ayushmann Khurrana stars in Bala a satirical comedy and a hilarious take on male pattern baldness. Stree director Amar Kaushik is helming the movie, which also stars Yami Gautam, Bhumi Pednekar, Javed Jaffrey, Saurabh Shukla, and Seema Pahwa. Bala will release on November 7.
Satellite Shanker Another trailer released this month was Motichoor Chaknachoor, starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Athiya Shetty. Directed by Debamitra Biswal, it is a story of a 36-year-old man desperate to get married, and a girl who wants to find an NRI husband. The film will release on November 15.
Sushant Singh Rajput and Jacqueline Fernandez’s Drive is a heist action film filled with Hollywood-inspired car chases and computer graphics. Dostana director Tarun Mansukhani directs the film, which also stars Vikramjeet Virk, Sapna Pabbi and Boman Irani. The film will stream on Netflix beginning November 1. Following a long hiatus after his first release in 2015, Sooraj Pancholi will be back on the big screen in Satellite Shanker. Sooraj plays a happy-go-lucky soldier of the Indian army who brings together the entire nation through his adventurous road trip. The film was directed by Irfan Kamal and will release on November 15.
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John Abraham, Anil Kapoor, Pulkit Samrat Pagalpanti Poster Out
Makers of Pagalpanti have released multiple posters of the upcoming comedy film. The whacky posters introduce all the actors and their characters in the film. The film stars John Abraham, Pulkit Samrat, Anil Kapoor, Arshad Warsi, Ileana D’Cruz, Kriti Kharbanda, Urvashi Rautela and Saurabh Sharma in key roles. The first set of posters released introduced the character that each actor will play in the film. John’s character is Raj Kishore, Anil Kapoor is playing Wifi Bhai, Arshad is Junky, Pulkit is Chandu, Ileana is Sanjana, Kirti is Janvi, Urvashi is Kavya, and Saurabh Shukla is Raja Sahab. The second set of the posters released show the actors in some over-the-top situations, giving the fans a sneak-peek into the craziness of the story. Pagalpanti has been directed by Anees Bazmee, who is well known for directing comedies such as No Entry, Welcome, Singh is Kinng and Ready. The film also marks John Abraham’s comeback to comedy after his successful streak in the thriller and action genre. Bhushan Kumar, Abhishek Pathak, Krishan Kumar, and Kumar Mangat Pathak produced the film, which hits theaters on November 22. 60
Baahubali’s Royal Albert Hall Screening: Proud Moment for Indian Cinema
For Indian cinema, Baahubali has not just been a movie, but also a phenomenon. That phenomenon is making India proud on the world arena of cinema lovers. Baahubali: The Beginning became the first nonEnglish film ever to be screened at the Royal Albert Hall in London. Ever since its inauguration 148 years ago, no other non-English film has been screened at the prestigious venue. The royal philharmonic concert orchestra also performed the film’s epic background score live at the screening. Baahubali’s director SS Rajamouli attended the screening along with the actors Prabhas, Anushka Shetty and Rana Daggubati. Composer MM Keeravani and producer Shobu Yarlagadda were also present. The screening seemed to be a reunion for the team that came back together after almost two years. After the screening of the movie, the Baahubali team received a standing ovation from the audience. Judging by photos and videos shared on the film’s official social media page, the screening saw full occupancy. Videos were shared that showed audiences erupting with loud cheers and applause as the team of Baahubali walked on stage. Baahubali: The Beginning was released in 2015, while the second part, Baahubali: The Conclusion was released in 2017. NOVEMBER 2019 - WWW.DESHVIDESH.COM
Hrithik Roshan & Anushka Sharma in Satte Pe Satta Remake
The Remake of cult classic Satte Pe Satta has been in headlines ever since Farah Khan and Rohit Shetty announced their collaboration for the project. The original action-comedy starred Amitabh Bachchan, Hema Malini, Amjad Khan, Ranjeeta Kaur, Sachin, Shakti Kapoor, among others. The film was released in 1982 and was directed by Raj N. Sippy. We have heard reports that Hrithik Roshan signed as the main lead reprising the role of Amitabh Bachchan. Latest news revealed that Anushka Sharma was roped in to play Hema Malini’s role. This is the first film that the actress has signed since her 2018 debacle Zero, co-starring Shah Rukh Khan and Katrina Kaif. The remake is tentatively titled Seven. Talking about the project, in an interview, Farah Khan has said, “Rohit is producing the film and I am directing it. Unless we come together and make a proper official announcement, everything is speculation. Hopefully, we will make the announcement by Diwali. I am waiting for Rohit, because he is quite occupied these days, finishing the last leg of the shooting of his film Sooryavanshi.” This will be Rohit and Farah first-ever collaboration.
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Ranbir Kapoor & Deepika Padukone Together Again One of the most loved on-screen couples of Bollywood, Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone will soon be returning together on the silver screen. The duo has given their fans amazing films like Bachna Ae Haseeno, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, and Tamasha. They are once again coming together for a romantic comedy. While there has been no official confirmation yet, media reports suggest that Ranbir and Deepika will be seen together in a Luv Ranjan film. Director-Producer Luv Ranjan is known for romantic comedies and directed films like Pyaar Ka Punchnama, Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2, and Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety. According to the update, the new film with Ranbir and Deepika will be filmed sometime next
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February. This will be the on-screen couple’s fourth film together. Deepika is currently busy handling the dual role of an actor and producer with upcoming films Chhapaak and ‘83. Chhapaak, directed by Meghna Gulzar, is based on the life of acid attack survivor Laxmi Agarwal. ’83 is a sports drama chronicling the Indian cricket team’s 1983 Cricket World Cup victory. Ranbir is currently shooting for Shamshera and Brahmastra.
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Cast of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah Meets PM Narendra Modi
The cast of Sab TV’s most popular family show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (TMKOC) met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. The comedy show team was part of a huge delegation of the Indian entertainment industry that met with PM Modi recently to discuss creative initiatives to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. PM Modi also launched TMKOC’s Swachh Bharat Abhiyan coffee table book titled Swachhata Hi Seva. The book chronicles several cleanliness initiatives taken on through its show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah over the last 66
five years. Several episodes of the show promoted PM Modi’s Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Clean India Campaign). Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is one of the top 5 shows on Indian television and has completed 2800 episodes. In discussing the meeting the PM, Mr. Asit Kumarr Modi, creator of the show and Founder of Neela Tele Film, said, “Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has been an ambassador of the Swachh Bharat campaign. Through the show, we raised awareness on the importance of cleanliness and Gandhiji’s thoughts and principles. Now, we have even made a coffee table book based on the cam-
paign which was showcased during this meeting and was appreciated by everyone.”
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Bollywood Star Gracy Singh Back on TV as Goddess
Actress Gracy Singh is all set to return to television as Goddess Santoshi Maa. She played the titular role in the show Santoshi Maa from 2015 to 2017. This time, she will play the Goddess in a new socio-mythology show, Santoshi Maa - Sunaye Vrat Kathayein. The new show will focus on vrat kathayein and Santoshi Maa will be the narrator who explains to viewers different practices and beliefs behind the emergence of every vrat (fasting).
Actor Karan Patel & Wife Ankita to Become Parents in December
Yeh Hai Mohabbatein actor Karan Patel and his wife Ankita Bhargava will soon embrace parenthood. A source close to the couple revealed the news to an entertainment portal. The actor couple has chosen to stay tightlipped on the subject to avoid unnecessary attention. Sources suggest that Ankita is due in December 2019, and the couple is busy making arrangements to welcome their child.
Gracy Singh began her acting career starring television shows Amanat and Prithviraj Chauhan. She made her Bollywood debut in 1999 with Hu Tu Tu. Her first lead role on the silver screen was in Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) opposite Aamir Khan. She has also starred in Gangaajal and Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.
Ankita and Karan tied the knot on May 3, 2015. Theirs was an arranged marriage and were married per Gujarati customs. In May 2018, the couple had announced that they were expecting their first child, but unfortunately Ankita suffered a miscarriage in June. The couple released an official statement saying, “I would urge all media personnel to please allow Karan and Ankita Patel enough time to deal with the miscarriage. It is a difficult time for them individually and for the families involved.”
In discussing the new show and her role, Gracy said, “My affinity towards Maa Santoshi is what brings me back to the character, and I couldn’t be happier accepting this. The show will focus on the importance of Vrats in our lives and how it can be used as a weapon to fight all our troubles and adversities.”
The source that revealed the news of their current pregnancy to an entertainment portal said, “Ankita and Karan are ecstatic and are busy making arrangements to welcome their bundle of joy. They are looking forward to embracing parenthood. They are keeping the news under wraps to avoid any unwanted attention.”
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Nia Sharma & Aalisha Panwar to Play Lead in Naagin 4
Ekta Kapoor is all set to bring back the fourth season of the popular supernatural show Naagin. Promos for Naagin 4 are already being aired on Colors TV and feature two naagins. Recent reports reveal that Nia Sharma and Aalisha Panwar have been selected to play the leads in Naagin 4. Earlier, a number of names were floated as potential naagins for the new season including Puja Banerjee, Krystle D’Souza and Hina Khan. Nia and Aalisha were both last seen together in Color TV’s Ishq Mein Marjawan, along with Arjun Bijlani. Arjun was a part of the first season of Naagin in 2015, opposite Mouni Roy. He also made a guest appearance in the second and third seasons of the show. In the first two seasons Mouni played the lead, while in Naagin 3 Surabhi Jyoti was the main star. Nia is known for her roles in Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai and Jamai Raja. She also appeared on Khatron Ke Khiladi 8 and was last seen in the web series Jamai 2.0.
MasterChef India Back with Season 6 Soon
Star Plus is all set to bring back cooking reality show MasterChef India. The show aims to provide a platform for home cooks to bring out their passion for cooking and showcase their talent in front of celebrity chefs and the entire nation.
According to sources, MasterChef Season 6 will air November 30, 2019. Celebrity Indian Chef and restaurateur Vikas Khanna will return as the judge. He has been associated with MasterChef India since its second season in 2011. Chef and TV show host Ranveer Brar will join Vikas as the judge in the new season. Ranveer was a judge in season 4 of the show. Joining Vikas and Ranveer on the show will be another known name from the culinary world, renowned Indian chef Vineet Bhatia. MasterChef India is returning after a gap of almost three years. Its last season aired in 2016 and was won by Kirti Bhoutika.
Auditions for season 6 of MasterChef India have already begun. The audition will take place in all major cities across India from where chosen home cooks will be given a chance to come to the show to showcase their skills in front of the judges.
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