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  • Omnipotent Industries Wins at Pride of India Icon Awards 2021

    Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 24:  The Pride of India Icon Awards were held at Hotel Kohinoor Continental and attended by celebrities from the entertainment & film industries.

    Winners were announced at the recently held Pride of India Icon Awards 2021 at Hotel Kohinoor Continental on 21st September 2021. The event was organized by the DPITA & Filmora Media Network & was attended by noted personalities and celebrities from the film industry – Yuvika Chaudhary, Sherlyn Chopra & others.

    Omnipotent Industries Pvt. Ltd, a strong market player in the Bitumen space bagged the award for the “Best Fast-Growing Business of the Year 2021” at the event. Led by visionary entrepreneur Mr. Prince Shah with decades of experience in this domain, the company today finds itself in a dominating position with an extensive Pan-India Network and a loyal customer base.

    In his interaction with the media, Mr. Prince Shah – Founder & Managing Director of Omnipotent Industries Pvt. Ltd emphasized the journey and the future vision for his organization. Deeply honored on receiving such a prestigious award. “A vibrant 6-year-old organization bagging a coveted award, Omnipotent Industries blends its superior infrastructure with technology skills to provide the best trading services. When it comes to delivering solutions and services with speed and reliability, strict attention on quality and sturdiness of the complete infrastructure setup keeps us a step ahead,” said Mr. Prince Shah.

    The award has buoyed Mr. Shah and his enterprising firm on the road to achieving their desired targets aggressively. The company prides itself on their values of keeping customers first and has the vision to be the number one in the segment.

    With a robust network across 17 states and an inspiring workforce led by a visionary entrepreneur, Omnipotent Industries is all set to ring in some exceptional numbers in the near future to build further upon ‘Best Fast-Growing Business of the Year 2021.’

  • The Only Unbiased OTT And Cinema Expert Girish Wankhede Bags Another Elite Award

    Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 22: “My karma is akin to an Usher in a Cinema Hall who guides the viewer to watch and enjoy entertainment,” Girish Wankhede humbly describes his work. Girish has been conferred with more than 50 awards for his valuable contribution to the Entertainment industry. At an event concluded earlier this month, he was felicitated and awarded the Cotton City Excellence Kala Gaurav Award at the third edition of Cotton City International Film Festival 2021 at Holiday Inn, Mumbai.

    Girish Wankhede has been in the entertainment industry for almost two decades, managing cinema, multiplexes, exhibition, distribution, and marketing. During this period, his valuable contribution to the Entertainment industry and excelling in the craft has made him an inspiration to many others.

    With the theatrical cinema business almost at a standstill, Wankhede was one of the earliest experts to predict the upsurge of OTT Platforms. Being in the exhibition, marketing and distribution of films, with his astute understanding of cinema, incisive research and balanced analysis, he began reviewing the films on the OTT medium. He soon discovered that a layperson is now more confused about which film to watch, and with several OTT platforms hitting the market, it became more complex for the viewer.

    Hence, Girish Wankhede launched his own YouTube Channel, beginning with reviewing films on the OTT and following it with a weekly programme segment named WOR – Wankhede OTT Recommendations. He watches films on all the platforms and then selects six titles, categorising them as Good, Better and Best. His channel now has an archive of over 52 titles, with each of them picking up the best six titles of that particular week.

    In addition, there are 2 to 3 major REVIEWS of films/web series every week by Girish Wankhede and then a weekly SPOT ON section that has the three best movies/series on the OTT Platforms genre specific.

    One of the four shows he has on the YouTube channel is a monthly Educational and informational Knowledge Series that analyse fundamental aspects of why certain films are selected for National and International Awards and covers issues regarding the film industry.

    Among notable awards conferred to Wankhede are the Mid-day Icon award, Tassel Youth Icon award and appreciation certificate by late Maharashtra Dy Chief Minister R R Patil for his contribution towards the Marathi film industry for holding Marathi film Festival in Multiplexes for five years. He has been named OTT expert by the media with his quotes in almost all top dailies and publications like Forbes, Dainik Bhaskar, Times of India, Mid-day, among others, regarding his views on OTT upsurge and periodic assessment of the Bollywood industry.

    What makes his review stand apart is the knowledge he imparts with it. For instance, if one picks up a review of a Malayalam film on women empowerment, he makes a mention of other outstanding films on women empowerment in foreign languages, Hindi films on the same subject and then a brief yet incisive profile of the director, cast and the subject of that particular film.

    Girish Wankhede’s reviews are more of education, information, enlightenment, offering in-depth analysis of actors and cast and crew of any particular film. Several publications, one being the trade journal Complete Cinema, regularly carry his weekly column Wankhede OTT Recommendations.

  • D7 Events by Akash Goyal Launch an In-House Desi English Band

    New Delhi [India], September 23: With the successful inception of D7 Events for more than two months now, the events company owned by Akash Goyal launched Desi English band – a Live DJ band to make events a complete experiential affair.

    The new vertical was added to the company with the vision to empower and sustain the creative agency of artists.

    The band is India’s most energetic & versatile DJ based live band, which offers a complete package of DJ, Percussionist, Dholi, Saxophonist, Vocalists and Performers.

    Desi English band has presence PAN India that sources out professional talent to not compromise on the quality of the event. Being an in the house band, it completely aligns with the theme and requirement of the occasion to deliver just the right mix of performance, suiting the essence of the event.

    On occasion, Akash Goyal, the Founder of D7, said, “Given that a lot of planning and organization goes into making the event memorable, it is important that the various categories involved in the event are in perfect synchrony. As hiring a band from outside is more expensive and involves a lot of time in a briefing about the entire event, we came up with the idea to launch an in house band to be more cost-effective and deliver efficient results. Likewise, in the process, we also empower the artists and undertake the responsibility of integrated talent management.”

  • Prateek Sachdev: The Rising Serial Entrepreneur of India, Forays Into Italian Food after Introducing Döners & Gyros and 9Liquor Land

    September 24: When it comes to introducing premium brands in India, Prateek Sachdev has contributed with bringing a brand like Döner and Gyros as the healthier alternative to fast food. A young serial entrepreneur with mammoth-sized dreams, Prateek pulled up his socks at a very young age to follow his passion and check his goals.

    In the year 2018, he introduced Döner and Gyros, a Dubai based food company. The idea behind introducing this brand was his health-conscious nature, as the brand’s food was rather healthy and delicious at the same time. Döner and Gyros comes under this company – Erica Ventures Pvt. Ltd. The first store of Döner and Gyros was launched in the Worldmark-1 of Aerocity, Delhi, second at the Bangalore Airport, third at Phoenix Palassio Mall Lucknow and fourth at Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai. Prateek never looked back, with over 35 stores across the country today. He aims at making this number reach 200 by the end of 2022.

    Last year, Prateek added another feather to his hat, adding Liquor Land to his fleet of businesses under Erica Ventures. A one-stop store for liquor needs, 9Liquor Land got introduced at the One Awadh Mall of Lucknow. This store held the biggest collection of liquor in the capital of Uttar Pradesh. This store was in partnership with Rannvijay. Today, Prateek has over eight stores of Liquor Land across India.  He aims to have over Liquor Land 10 stores by the end of 2021. These stores are all managed by Prateek and Rannvijay together.

    He co-owns Erica Ventures with Rannvijay Singha, the celebrity known for MTV Roadies and various films. Prateek holds the franchise master owner position, while Rannvijay is the master rights partner to the company. Being a serial entrepreneur, he never stopped or looked back and started another business under Erica Ventures – Pizza Guyz, a Poland-based concept known for its delicious and tempting offerings. Adding another eatery to his portfolio, Prateek started franchising Hudson Chopsticks with Rannvijay, having 35 outlets across the country. This eatery comes under his second company, the Big Wok Food Retail Pvt Ltd.

    Prateek believes that all the success he is achieving in his business is a joint effort for him and his partners, including Rannvijay, Dev Dhingra, Rinu Maurya, Rekha Singh and Nikhil Mukhi.

    Speaking of his personal life, Prateek comes from a very humble background. The born ad brought up in Haryana is married to Heena Sachdev since 2014 and blessed with two kids, Krishant and Erica. He gives full credit to his daughter Erica’s luck for all the business he has built these years. A health enthusiast, Prateek lives by a set routine and spends time at the gym daily. For receiving so much from the society he serves, Prateek believes in giving back to society through different means. He has taken the complete responsibility of schooling and clothing for the kids of all his staff members and help at home.

    His upcoming ventures include Paprika Mexico, a Mexican Cuisine Quick Service Restaurant, to be launched by the end of 2021. Another addition will be Begam Jaan, a modern Indian cuisine. These will be introduced under the umbrella of Erica Ventures Pvt. Ltd.

  • Gurgaon Couple Turns Luxury Wedding Dreams Into Reality; Specializes In Interfaith Weddings

    Plush Weddings is a luxury wedding planning agency conceptualized by the dynamic duo – Utkarsh and Ruchika. This Gurgaon-based powerhouse has planned and executed more than 200 weddings and is now spreading its wings into exciting new and international locations.

     

    New Delhi, September 22: Executing the perfect wedding week, especially for a big fat Indian wedding, is no mean feat. From organization to details to style and logistics, it takes a lot to pull it all together flawlessly. Enter the new-age wedding planners who can take on the execution of any event, consult on its design, and help you successfully manage your expectations and budget. And a fast-rising name within the industry is Plush Weddings.

    Founded by Ruchika and Utkarsh Bansal in 2015, Plush Weddings is a full-service luxury wedding planning and design firm based out of Gurgaon. Utkarsh began his entrepreneurial journey with P3P ventures Pvt Ltd., the parent company of Plush Weddings. It is a marketing communication company. P3P ventures Pvt Ltd as it is a Marcom company has emerged as a pioneer in Events, Brand activations, artist management & Visual Merchandising since its inception in 2009. P3P Ventures had the privilege of working with several National and International artists such as Hardwell, Pitbull, Sean Kingston, Edward Maya, and many more. The organization’s portfolio boasts premium customers like – Bacardi, United breweries, Michael Kors, Satya Paul, RBL, JSW Steels, Hero cycles, Bira, Carlsberg, and many more. Utkarsh’s pioneering bug consistently compelled him to go outside his comfort zone and explore new roads. Post their own dream wedding in 2012, Utkarsh and Ruchika realized how much they loved being a part of the wedding journey, and thus Plush Weddings was born!

    While several luxury wedding planners now exist, what sets the team at Plush Weddings apart is the charismatic and bubbly personalities that comprise each team member. The creative team at Plush cultivates an atmosphere of relaxation for the clients as they create a one-of-a-kind extraordinary environment. This experienced team is capable of planning everything from a party of 2 to a party for thousands. No matter the size of the event, number of guests, or level of complexity, the team at Plush Weddings has been recognized as an industry leader to produce events that are polished, personalized and memorable. Ruchika and Utkarsh add, “Our couples might spend extra by hiring a wedding planner, but we ensure they spend it right and get the best value for money.”

    Since their beginning in 2015, Plush Weddings has executed more than 200 dream weddings, with more than 75 of those being NRI weddings. Their strength lies in planning interfaith and inter-cultural weddings that amalgamate traditions — complete with all the quirks and eccentricities. Utkarsh says, “As a wedding planner, you have to build a very personal connection with the families. You have to envision the fairytale that the couple has in their dreams and turn it into a magical reality.” Ruchika adds “I love getting to know our clients and design to whatever beat they live their lives. The entire process for us is bespoke, as no two weddings are alike. From ‘The best wedding locations’ to ‘What to wear to a wedding?’, you have to be ready with a personalized recommendation for everything, and one that resonates with the client.”

    With VIPs and social media influencers constantly serenading their followers with grand wedding celebrations, luxury Indian weddings have become more mainstream. From Bollywood big names to International artists; food spread from Banaras to pastry chefs flying in from France; weddings and celebrations arranged by Plush Weddings has given its guests flavours from different corners of the world!

    While getting married in hot locations, such as Udaipur, can cost a boatload of money, several couples are now turning to heritage boutique properties across India & abroad or are choosing to marry in their ancestral homes or place where they first met. These fascinating destinations can provide a unique experience at an affordable price tag. Wedding planning has become an extremely competitive industry with several new and exciting entrants serving up fabulous events on a regular basis. Utkarsh says, “Despite being in a very competitive industry, wedding planners are very collaborative. We all understand that there is a big enough pie for everyone, and in order to succeed, we have to share our vision and ideas.”

    The COVID pandemic hit the luxury wedding planning industry hard as several soon-to-be-married couples either delayed their weddings or got married on a much smaller scale. That said, since November 2020, the number of events has picked up pace rapidly. And Plush Weddings has been keeping busy – from Jaipur to their home ground in Delhi NCR – they have executed several stunning events with their clients, keeping in mind utmost safety and health measures. Their client roster includes some of the most well-known corporate groups such as Omaxe Group, Columbia Asia Hospital, Avro India Limited, Narang Garments, P.S. Bedi and Co., Action Shoes, Unity developers, Kotak Mahindra Bank, JMD Group, Orient Refractories Ltd., Rugs and Riches, Prabhatam group & many more.

    About Plush Weddings:

    Founded in 2011, Plush Weddings is a full-service event planning and creative agency dedicated exclusively to wedding planning and management. With clients spanning nationwide, the talented team of Utkarsh and Ruchika Bansal are dedicated to conceptualizing, developing and executing weddings that are sophisticated, modern and meaningful. The team at Plush Weddings has had the privilege of working with prestigious hotel chains such as Marriott, Oberoi, Hilton, Accor, IHG, Anantara & many more across various exotic locations within India and abroad.

     

  • CMR Engineering College Offers Courses in Novel Emerging Technologies for Which Admissions Are Opening For the Year 2021

    Hyderabad (India), September 23: CMR Engineering College is the perfect institution for budding engineers aiming to emerge in the field of emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Data Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, and others. The institution has adapted to the most vibrant teaching-learning process, which would completely revolutionize the learning experience of the students. The institution is committed to bringing innovations in the teaching-learning process that would develop skills driving students towards sound technical knowledge, employability, productivity, and well-being in the time to come, ensuring golden India. The institution currently offers courses of B. Tech in ECE, CSE, IT, and in novel emerging technologies like CSE (Data Science), CSE (AI&ML), CSE (CS), and CSE (AI&DS) apart from courses in M.Tech level.

    CMR Engineering College, established in the year 2010 under the aegis of CMR Educational Society, is a UGC Autonomous institution with NBA and NAAC accreditation. The institute received an All India Rank of 25-50 band in the Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovations Achievements (ARIIA 2020). The lush green 10 Acres Campus, situated in Kandlakoya, Medchal Road, has been the first choice for both urban and rural students of Telangana. With the augment of innovative teaching & learning processes, the most appropriate technical knowledge is imparted to the students. Academic research activities and innovative practices have been an integral part of the institution. The research grants received from various funding agencies, industrial collaborations, the center of excellence, and MoUs illustrate the institution’s success story. The NSS Unit and other social-cultural clubs of the institution give a new dimension towards the fulfilment of social responsibilities of the institution and inculcates social values among the students and faculty fraternity. The world-class training and facilities pertaining to sports have fetched many national and regional awards and laurels for the institution. Several Clubs across the department of the institution provide room for co-academic practices by making the students be active members of such clubs. The institution’s Tagline states, “Think Placements, Think CMR”, CMREC has been in the frontier position in training and placing the students in many reputed companies with high emoluments. The year 2021 has witnessed over 700 plus placement offers with the highest pay package of 21 lakhs per annum. CMREC is an institution that nurtures the student’s inherited skills and hones it to make them globally employable.

    Engineering education aspiring students can now directly apply through EAMCET/ICET/PGECET counselling and use the code “CMRN” for the application process. “CMREC Welcomes all the aspiring Engineers to its vibrant Campus to experience the Dynamic and Innovative Learning Process”.

    “The pandemic has torn apart the country’s economy, but at the same time created several opportunities for alternative modes of living, which has become a ray of hope for humanity and time will justify whether it could be successful in changing the discourse.” says, Mr. Ch. Srisailam Reddy, the Secretary and Correspondent of CMREC, believes that technology is the key to eliminating poverty and making India a superpower. He is also of the opinion that sound technical knowledge can foster the much-needed transformation quickly in the post-pandemic era. Highly qualified faculty and world-class infrastructure are the strength of CMREC. The rich experience and expertise the faculty members possess paves the path for imparting quality technical education, fostering academic research and consultancy. These activities have resulted in taking the institution to greater heights. Dr. A. Srinivasula Reddy, Principal of CMREC is a seasoned academician. He has over two decades of teaching and research experience. He has always been a guiding force for the faculty members and students to excel in academic and co-academic practices.

    This NIRF 2021 ranked institution has achieved various recognitions and achievements in the past and will continue in its endeavours in times to come. A few of CMREC recognitions are; Careers360 rated AA and ranked 2nd among the top most reviewed accredited institutions. CMREC has also been ranked as the 8th among the top emerging engineering colleges in India by Silicon India and the Centre of Excellence Award by Human Resource Club Mumbai. CMR Engineering College is also recognized as the Best Accredited Student Branch Award by CSI of Region – V consecutively for four years and Ranked 10th among Emerging Private Engineering Colleges in India by The Week. Times of India has Ranked the college 2nd among Top Private Emerging Engineering Institutes in Telangana. CMREC has also won the College of the Year award by Trinity Media & Marketing Solutions during 3D Printing World Awards. It bagged First Place in AICTE – ISTE Chhatra Vishwakarma Award at Regional Convention in 2019.

    CMREC has an impeccable Placement Record in 2021 with 700+ Placements, 3000+ Internships till date.

    For more information visit: www.cmrec.ac.in (https://cmrec.ac.in/)

  • Nishant S Mehta, President of the Toastmasters United Club – India Fights Corona Campaign

    September 23: The name Nishant S Mehta is ubiquitous in business and financial circles as a personality who has endeavoured through various domains and achieved a considerable number of accomplishments. Apart from being the youngest Indian to hold 3 master’s degrees, Nishant has made his unequivocal presence felt in philanthropic activities, especially with his highly successful and beneficial India Fights Corona campaign. By also functioning as a mentor to start-ups, Nishant S Mehta is doing his bit in cultivating some of the most successful start-ups in the country and making the ecosystem conducive for more initiatives to come up.

    Amongst his many involvements in the social, cultural and financial arena, his stint as the President of the Toastmasters United Club is one of supreme importance and recognition. This achievement of his came after serving various smaller stints, across a span of 6 years, as Area Director and Financial Director of District 98, an award-winning district that covers states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. By handling these diverse portfolios, Nishant S Mehta was able to prove his mettle in displaying and bringing into action his impeccable leadership skills and oratorial abilities. This skill of his was recognised as he was conferred with the prestigious title of Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM), a title that represents the highest level of educational achievement in Toastmasters. Nishant has epitomised the objective of the Toastmasters initiative- to create the boldest leaders and speakers of tomorrow. 

    Currently, he serves as the Vice President, Education of Stellar Toastmasters Club, Mumbai, and the President of Toastmasters United, Mumbai. He also dispenses his duties as the Chief Editor of the Newsletter of District 98. 

    Being a Distinguished Toastmaster is another feather to Nishant S Mehta’s cap that exhibits not only his stellar contributions to his respective professions but also his commitment and objective to bring holistic development and welfare to his community, as a capable leader.

  • HSM’s ‘Psychology and Mental Health’ Internship Programme Attracted A Whopping 2200 Students From Across India

    New Delhi, (India), September 23: The country’s largest and most selective internship programme for high school students on ‘Psychology and Mental Health’ was recently concluded by High School Moms (HSM), India’s largest parent, student, and educator community.HSM collaborated with INACE (International Alliance of Counsellors and Educators) to bring this learning and research-based internship.

    HSM’s High School Student Internship attracted 2200 students from 120 schools from all over India. It was held in collaboration with Huron University in Canada and Flame University in India, with the goal of assisting students in developing research, critical thinking, case study analysis, and video presentation skills. The partner universities awarded scholarships and awards to deserving students who demonstrated desired initiatives and skills.

    Leading mental health experts from across the country and worldwide were invited to speak at the seminar. They held workshops to help students learn how to deal with difficult psychological situations. The growing reliance on social media and its impact on impressionable young minds were also discussed in-depth, as were mitigation strategies, with a focus on the nuances and benefits of group discussion. Following the presentation’s conclusion, the presenters invited their young audience to share their own thoughts and solutions for dealing with emerging issues.

    Talking about the event, Mr Abhishek Gupta, Founder and CEO of HSM and INACE, says, “I’m glad we had such a large turnout in terms of registrations. Through open ideas, storytelling, and meaningful connection, we’ve been attempting to empower parents in guiding their children in choosing a rewarding and fulfilling career. Through such events, we hope to provide high school students with high-quality international research and profile-building opportunities. These programmes have been tireless in our efforts to empower every single student to make an informed decision about their future by bringing together thought leaders, educators, and counsellors on a single platform and ensuring that they have access to all of the information they require.”

    After the successful conclusion of the first internship fair/seminar, HSM assured the participants that this was only the beginning of their efforts. Over 6 million parents and students, as well as hundreds of counsellors, educators, and universities, were committed to the organization’s holistic vision, and many future events on a variety of topics and interests were already planned. Everyone in attendance was overjoyed to learn the news, demonstrating the organization’s tangible impact.

    About HSM:

    High School Moms is India’s leading parent, student, and educator community. High School Moms promotes learning from each other, informing, engaging, and inspiring parents and children for a better future. Presently it is a community with a reach to over 6 million parents and students, 500+ educators, 300+ school counsellors, and 300+ universities. 

    For more info, visit: https://www.highschoolmoms.com/

     

     

  • Revolutionising the way Indians eat: WellnessOn is ushering the healthy eating revolution in India

    Hyderabad, September 23: Santosh Manchala has been a true inspiration for many of our generation. He proved on the big stage that hard work and dedication is what matters to succeed in life. Manchala gave up his formal education after completing his SSC, and financial restraints confronted him with difficult choices to make. He started to work as a computer operator and later switched to becoming a front desk executive. Working on a meagre salary of INR 2000, Manchala was determined to make something out of his life and again switched jobs to work with a chartered accountant this time around. It was during this time; he found the opportunity of completing his graduation, and he did not miss out on his chance. With a boost of a graduate certificate, Santosh felt quite confident in finding a new job, moved to Hyderabad, and went through several interviews. Unfortunately, he was only met with rejections owing to his poor communication skills. But this did not dishearten Santosh, and he went back home and started to work on his communication skills. Moving back to Hyderabad, this time, Santosh got a position as a technical support associate. Working for eight months, Santosh decided to complete his masters and got admitted to Swami Vivekananda PG College in Secunderabad to complete his MBA.

    He worked several part-time jobs during his MBA and later found a great opportunity with the Bank of America after completing his MBA. During his time at his new job, Manchala upskilled himself and got trained in the proficient use of Oracle applications which allowed him to make a switch to the IT industry. Moving to the IT sector, Manchala joined AppLabs. This switch proved to be critical since his next organisation, Triniti Corporation, gave him an H1B visa to the US, which allowed him to open a new chapter in his career. In September of 2017, he became a part of Weight Watchers, one of the world’s leading weight loss firms.

    The transformational journey of weight loss.

    Prompted by severe fatigue and stress, Manchala consulted their family doctor and decided to join a weight loss therapy. After joining the weight loss community, Santosh had a profound experience and soon became an advocate of a healthy lifestyle. While working in the US with one of the world’s largest weight loss and health companies, Manchala was quick to take advantage of the weight loss solutions his organisation has been advocating.

    How the diet helped him?

    Manchala notes that following such diets can be tough for many out there, however, these healthy habits and eating patterns can be easily sustained once it has been tweaked to their liking. Manchala notes that with a little practice, he was able to permanently switch to a healthy diet. Adapting to this new diet took nearly three to six months, but the results were astounding.

    The Big Idea:

    Inspired by several success stories, Manchala decided to address this pressing solution and had the grand idea of creating, WellnessOn. A health-focused platform that will help anyone to get rid of their unhealthy lifestyles. The platform features the following:

    • Weight Loss App
    • Healthy Habit Training
    • Healthy Kitchen

    With recent studies pointing towards the fact that over 50 per cent of the orders are catered to mid-meal snacks, WellnessOn is also introducing a wide range of healthy snacks.

    Future:

    Active plans have been made to open three more kitchens in Hyderabad by 2022’s 1st Quarter and WellnessOn is also planning to expand to other major Indian metropolitans by the end of 2022 to enable the country to make healthier choices.

    For more details please visit: www.wellnesson.in

    Creating a healthy impact is our goal to inspire you to a healthy living. If you have any questions, reach out to us at support@wellnesson.in.

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  • Subrat Dutta, Victor Banerjee and film – JOSEF – BORN IN GRACE

    September 23: Noted actor Subrat Dutta has bagged the BEST ACTOR AWARD at the 6th DIFF for his intense portrayal of the character of Josef in the film Josef – Born in the Grace. Uttrakhand’s Tourism Minister Satpal Maharaj has handed over the trophy to Subrat Dutta during the Closing Ceremony. Subrat Dutta, National School of Drama Graduate, has acted in Hindi films like films like Talaash, Tango Charlie, Zameen, The Shaukeens, Rakhcharitra, Bhootnath Returns and Bengali films Chaturanga, Bibar and Jor. Subrat has been awarded with the Best Actor Award before at the Osian’s-Cinefan Film Festival in Delhi for Bengali film Bibar and also in the Egypt Film Festival for the Hindi film Madholal Keep Walking.

    Santanu Ganguly said, “The film festivals should more and more focus on good content and not only glamour. Artists like Mita Vashisht, Vinay Pathak, Akhilendra Mishra and Subrat Dutta should be the stars of film festivals, not the popular actors of Hindi films. We are glad that in a small but with honest intention, we are trying to pay our humble respects to the tremendous performers of the Indian film industries.”

    The 6th DIFF honoured the veteran actor Victor Banerjee with the LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD for his immense contribution towards Cinema. He has acted in films made by veteran Hollywood filmmakers Roman Polanski, James Ivory, Sir David Lean, Jerry London, Ronald Neame, and Indian masters like – Satyajit Ray, Mrinal Sen, Shyam Benegal, Ram Gopal Varma, Bangladeshi filmmaker Montazur Rahman Akbar. He won the National film award for Best Supporting Actor for the film Ghare Baire. He has acted in Bengali, Hindi and Assamese films besides the English films of Hollywood. In 6th

    DIFF, Victor Banerjee and Subrat Dutta acted film Josef – Born in the Grace shown as the Closing Film of the festival. Josef – Born in the Grace, directed by internationally acclaimed director Sushant Misra and produced by Ashok Mahapatra. Victor Banerjee said, “many film festivals and organising wanted to honour me with the Lifetime Achievement Award, but I refused them gently, but I am happily accepting the Lifetime Achievement Award in Dehradun because I made Mussoorie my home 20 years ago. The film is entirely based and completely shot in Uttrakhand, and the festival is Dehradun International Film Festival, so this time I have all the reason to accept the honour.” Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal presented the trophy to the veteran actor at the Closing Ceremony of the 6th DIFF.

    Santanu Ganguly, Festival Curator and Artistic Director of DIFF, said, “honouring the persona like Victor Banerjee is like Ganga pujan with Ganga Jal, means honouring him is in a way being honoured by the blessings of the veteran actor.”

    Noted actors Mita Vashisht, Vinay Pathak, Akhilendra Mishra, Vindu Dara Singh, Aisharya Rajnikant, veteran Hindi film producer and director K C Bokadia, former FTII Chairperson Gajendra Chauhan, Internationally acclaimed filmmaker Susant Misra, Producer Ashok Mahapatra were among the guests of the 6th edition of the Dehradun International Film Festival.

    For more details, please contact: Santanu Ganguly, Artistic Director, 9818649854 / 8920481712