MUMBAI: UTV Movies, the new age Hindi movie channel known to bring the best of Bollywood to its viewers telecasts the super hit film ? Rowdy Rathore on Sunday, 3rd Feb 2013.

Rowdy Rathore, mega blockbuster Action comedy directed by Prabhu Deva revolves around Shiva, a small time conman played by Akshay Kumar. Shiva is in love with Priya (Sonakshi Sinha), a pretty girl whom he meets at a wedding. Into this picture perfect world enters a six year old Neha who inexplicably believes Shiva to be her dad! This is followed by Shiva becoming the object of a series of life threatening attacks by a gang of deadly criminals who seem to know something he doesn?t. While trying desperately to save his life and love, Shiva stumbles upon a deadly secret. A secret that takes him to a small town in Bihar; a town terrorized by a ruthless gangster named Baapji.

To know what happens next, tune-in to UTV Movies on Sunday, 3rd Feb at 9:30 pm.

MUMBAI: Unvoiced cheers of welcome echoed in the hearts of Kerala?s childistan as they watched Amrita TV?s Super Star Junior launch into its latest edition at 8 pm on the evening of Sunday, January 27th . The first ever music reality show for the 10-15 age group that taught them the rules of the game, Super Star Junior re-enters the TV programme circuit for its 4th season of top-class musical competition with one hour performances every weekend, Saturday and Sunday at 8 pm that will be repeated Thursday And Friday at 12 noon.

The identity of the fifteen final contestants were not announced at the end of the final audition; it remained a closely guarded secret known only to the judging panel and the camera team. The finalists came to know of their selection only when the crew dropped in at their doorstep to announce the glad news personally. The elation and exhilaration of the aspirants, all set to take position on the springboard to fame, will be telecast in the ensuing weekends.

Deepak Dev, the noodle haired, laser-sharp witted dandy who never misses a beat either as a judge or a music director and the cool n? groovy, much-in demand crooner Sayanora, both of whom did jury duty during the audition trials, will take their place on the permanent panel as well, to tint it with their panache, elan and flamboyance.

They will be joined by M-town biggies, actors, directors, playback stars etc who will be the celebrity appraiser on the team.

Bhavya, the chic and svelte model responsible for anchoring the star show will give an added touch of class to the proceedings.

The captivating set that tunes in to just the right ambience for the musical contest in the foreground, also hosts professional dance troupes that provide visual accompaniment to the melody, dancing in harmonious mode to the lilts and tempos of the contestants.

The previous seasons of Super Star Junior series, the first amongst equals in the genre had aroused high anticipation in its audiences - and they had always made the cut. As Amrita TV serves up the 4th helping of the visually and aurally palatable series, the current edition with its gifted contestants, sharp witted judges and competitive excitement may well corner all the sunshine and put the preceding three seasons in the shade.

Mumbai: After chronicling the inspirational lives of some of India?s most illustrious names in a quest to give India its true role-model, BIG CBS PRIME?s show ?India?s Prime Icon? has revealed that India?s favourite actor, Mr. Amitabh Bachchan has bagged the coveted title. The actor was felicitated by Bollywood divas Priyanka Chopra and Anushka Sharma at a special event which also witnessed the presence of director Sudhir Mishra, actress Neetu Chandra and composer Aadesh Srivastav. An engaging conversation ensued with host Bhawana Somaaya about Mr. Bachchan?s journey over his career spanning over 4 decades. The Grand Finale episode of India?s Prime Icon with Mr. Amitabh Bachchan winning top honours will be telecast on Friday, 1st February 2013 at 9.30 PM on BIG CBS PRIME.

An exclusive home-grown property being aired on BIG CBS PRIME, ?India?s Prime Icon? brought together the cr?me de la cr?me of world of politics, films, television and sports like Sachin Tendulkar, Narendra Modi, A.R Rahman, Aamir Khan, and Shah Rukh Khan amongst others. After an extensive online voting poll, and expert comments from Opinion Leaders ? lyricist Prasoon Joshi, columnist Malvika Sanghvvi and adman Suhel Seth ? Mr. Amitabh Bachchan has been declared the winner of the first-ever ?India?s Prime Icon?. Along with the Bollywood beauties conferring the prestigious title on the luminary at the Grand Finale, viewers will be able to catch a glimpse of Mr. Bachchan?s engaging interaction with students from India?s premiere education institutions regarding the business of entertainment, his inspirations and aspirations, and his experiences during the 40 years he has spent in the industry.

Mr. Anand Chakravarthy, Business Head - BIG CBS Networks said, ?After an incredible journey showcasing some of our country?s favourite icons, the audiences have selected Mr. Amitabh Bachchan as the first-ever India?s Prime Icon through an online poll. Epitomizing the word Icon, we are happy that India has selected the most commendable Icon. We are thankful to our partners Pernod Ricard and Samsung Galaxy for partnering with us for this unique property.?

The Grand Finale of the first-ever India?s Prime Icon with Mr. Amitabh Bachchan will air on Friday, February 1st 2013 at 9.30 PM only on BIG CBS PRIME.

Mumbai: Lokusdesign, a leading brand and packaging design consultancy, was responsible for creating an impact through establishing a new packaging design for the Raymond Deodorant variants La Sensation, Mondain, Nouva, & Eleganza. The new packaging design is aimed at extending the well-established ?Complete Man? image of Raymond to its deodorants range. Lokusdesign aimed to provide an instant recognition by translating the mature, suave, & sophisticated brand personality of Raymond through its packaging design.

Aimed at creating a mature, sharp, & alluring image for the new deodorant variants, Lokusdesign provided the design solution using a scientific approach to ensure the overall brand image and communication is enriched. Speaking on their approach and concept, Shekhar Badve, Founder Director (Marketing and Strategy), Lokusdesign said, ?While designing the packaging for Raymond?s Deodorants, it was integral for us to create something that would leave a significant impact in the minds of the consumers but also adhere to the changing consumer needs and preferences. Today, Raymond has its own brand equity, the name is immediately associated with premium product; we aimed at extending this image towards its deodorant vertical through use of colors, graphics, and packaging structure.?

Talking about the recent development, Anil Kulkarni, Business Director, J K Helene Curtis (a part of Raymond group of companies) said, ?With an aim to carve a niche for ourselves by introducing a range of products for men, Raymond was seeking to create a instant impact & recognition in the deodorant segment. It was a great experience partnering with Lokusdesign, and their approach to providing design solutions was in tandem with our thought process. Their rich, yet subtle designs were able to ensure that our new range of products echoes and enhances ?The Complete Man? image as well as works to create a strong brand of its own within the segment.?

Lokusdesign aims to create newer approaches and innovations to ensure products like Raymond?s deodorants create strong brand recall in the minds of the target audience

Mumbai: Initial data released by TAM following?s India?s recent digitalisation shows that BBC World News has reinforced its leadership position as India?s top English language international news channel.

The TAM data also shows that, following digitalisation, BBC World News has substantially increased its audience in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai. The channel?s weekly absolute share has increased by 109% and its absolute reach has increased by 34% in those markets while English language domestic news channels experienced audience erosion.

In separate data, released last Friday, IpsosPAX figures show the BBC continuing to build cross platform strength. The most recent IpsosPAX survey (Q4 2011 to Q3 2012) underlines the BBC?s television and digital lead in key demographics such as India?s high income households, C suites and international travelers.

The Ipsos PAX study surveys international and local media consumption and product consumption among affluent adults and business professionals in the Indian cities of Mumbai, New Delhi and Bangalore.

Jim Egan, Chief Operating Officer, BBC Global News Ltd, says: ?It?s been a year of rapid evolution for the television industry in India and also for BBC World News. Just weeks ago, we launched the channel with a fully produced HD signal and a refreshed line-up of programmes and presenters from new studios at Broadcasting House.

Given the growth the channel has already experienced post-digitalisation in India; we?re looking forward to building on that success in the months and years ahead.?

Mumbai: ACK Media, the publisher of India?s, and the worlds, most widely read travel magazine, National Geographic Traveller India, launches the world renowned National Geographic Exhibitions in India with the breathtaking compilation ?Simply Beautiful: Photographs from National Geographic? on 2ndFebruary 2013, at Art Entrance Gallery, Opposite Jehangir Art Gallery, Fort. The exhibition will be open to the public from 10:00 am ? 9:00 pm between Feb 2 and Feb 10, 2013.

?It gives us immense pleasure to bring National Geographic Exhibitions to India. National Geographic Exhibitions are renowned the world over for their incredible displays, in-depth coverage of subjects and sheer quality of photographs and other materials. It gives us a great way to connect with our readers and provides an incredible platform for our advertisers. We intend to take this exhibition countrywide so that people all over can see the pictures that show the beauty of nature and human spirit,? said Mr. Manas Mohan, Publishing Director, National Geographic and National Geographic Traveller India Magazine; COO, ACK Media.? In the launch exhibition titled ?Simply Beautiful: Photographs from National Geographic?, 50 of the most striking photographs from the treasure trove of National Geographic make Simply Beautiful more than an exhibition of unquestionable artistic value. It is a brief trip through amazing natural landscapes and an exaltation of the purest ecological and humanist feelings. ?Annie Griffiths, the National Geographic Photographer who has assembled this exhibition, has dug deep into the archives and handpicked photographs which are a visual treat and deserve to be showcased to the world,? he further added.

?Simply Beautiful: Photographs from National Geographic? will take visitors on a visual journey, through variations, on the universal theme of beauty. The finest 50 images in the exhibition delve into the depths of National Geographic?s impressive image collection to highlight the loveliest and the most appealing photographs which depict picturesque moments of the 20th and 21st century. The result is an experience of visual delight- from stunning landscapes and magnificent wildlife to fascinating people and quaint locales.

Assembled by award-winning National Geographic photographer Annie Griffiths, the exhibition, Simply Beautiful, will include remarkable images from the Society?s core mission areas: exploration, wildlife, cultures, science, and nature. It also features the work of some of the most famous National Geographic photographers such as David Doubilet, Jodi Cobb, Michael Melford, Sisse Brimberg and Jim Blair, among others.

National Geographic Photo exhibition, Simply Beautiful: photographs from National Geographic will be on display at the Art Entrance Gallery in Fort, Mumbai until February 10th from 10 am ? 9pm, before moving to Delhi, Bangalore and Pune.