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Shama Sikander
Shama Sikander Ali Gesawat (born 4 August 1981) is an Indian actress, best recognised for her lead roles in TV series '' Yeh Meri Life Hai'' and short film ''Sexaholic'' and the mini-series ''Maaya: Slave of Her Desires''. Sikander has appeared in numerous Bollywood films, including starting her career with the 1999 Aamir Khan starring ''Mann''. Her last theatricals release, a Bollywood thriller, Bypass Road was released on 8 November 2019. Early life Shama Sikander was born in Makrana, Rajasthan, India. She was born to mother Gulshan and father Sikander Ali Gesawat. At the age of 9 her family moved to Mumbai, Maharashtra, where she lived together with her younger siblings, Khalid, Rizwan Sikander, and Salma (born 1991). Sikander has mentioned in interviews that her early years in Mumbai were extremely difficult, even commenting that at times "there was no food in the house to feed the family". Having moved locations frequently, Sikander attended as many as nine schools in he ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Makrana
Makrana is an urban city located at the centre of Rajasthan in Nagaur district. It also served as a tehsil headquarters, with 136 villages under its jurisdiction thus making it the largest tehsil in the district. The biggest village of Makrana tehsil by area is Modicharna. Makrana is west of Jaipur and north-east of Jodhpur. Makrana is known for the part it has played in building the Taj Mahal by supplying marble, craftsmen and stonemasons to build the iconic UNESCO world heritage centre. It is one of the developing cities in the state. The marble from the town Makrana which is known as Makrana Marble, gets the GHSR (Global Heritage Stone Resources) status from the IUGS. Geography Makrana is located at , and has an average elevation of . It lies in the middle of the Aravalli Range, and these mountains are the source of its fame as a marble producer. History Makrana was a part of Jodhpur State in British India. It is home to some of the world's most renowned white marble si ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Indian Certificate Of Secondary Education
The Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) is an examination conducted by the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, a private board designed to provide an examination in a course of general education, in accordance with the recommendations of the New Education Policy 1986 (India), through the medium of English. The examination allows secure suitable representations of responsible schools (which are affiliated to it) in their states or territories. Private candidates are not permitted to appear for this examination. The ICSE is an English-medium examination. As such, the curriculum of all subjects (apart from Indian and foreign languages) is taught in English. The National Admissions and Accreditation agency of the UK, UCAS (Universities and College Admission Services) recognizes ISCE at par with the Higher School qualification of University of Scotland. ICSE (Indian Certificate of Secondary Education) is known for its comprehensive syllabus and pr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Feroz Khan (actor, Born 1939)
Feroz Khan (25 September 1939 – 27 April 2009), born Zulfiqar Ali Shah Khan, was an Indian actor, film editor, producer and director, who is best known for his work in hindi cinema. He appeared in over 60 films throughout his career, and became one of Bollywood's popular style icons.'Feroz Khan was an Indian style icon' R G Vijayasarathy in Bengaluru, Rediff.com, 27 April 2009. Khan is best known for his roles in films such as '' Aurat'' (1967), '''' (1970), '' [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bollywood
Hindi cinema, popularly known as Bollywood and formerly as Bombay cinema, refers to the film industry based in Mumbai, engaged in production of motion pictures in Hindi language. The popular term Bollywood, is a portmanteau of "Bombay" (former name of Mumbai) and "Cinema of the United States, Hollywood". The industry is a part of the larger Indian cinema, which also includes Cinema of South India, South Cinema and other smaller Cinema of India#Cinema by language, film industries. In 2017, Indian cinema produced 1,986 feature films, of which the largest number, 364 have been from Hindi. , Hindi cinema represented 43 percent of Indian net box-office revenue; Tamil cinema, Tamil and Telugu cinema represented 36 percent, and the remaining regional cinema constituted 21 percent. Hindi cinema has overtaken the U.S. film industry to become the largest centre for film production in the world. In 2001 ticket sales, Indian cinema (including Hindi films) reportedly sold an estimated 3 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mumbai
Mumbai (, ; also known as Bombay — the official name until 1995) is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra and the ''de facto'' financial centre of India. According to the United Nations, as of 2018, Mumbai is the second-most populous city in India after Delhi and the eighth-most populous city in the world with a population of roughly 20 million (2 crore). As per the Indian government population census of 2011, Mumbai was the most populous city in India with an estimated city proper population of 12.5 million (1.25 crore) living under the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. Mumbai is the centre of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, the sixth most populous metropolitan area in the world with a population of over 23 million (2.3 crore). Mumbai lies on the Konkan coast on the west coast of India and has a deep natural harbour. In 2008, Mumbai was named an alpha world city. It has the highest number of millionaires and billionaires among all ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
SAB TV
Sony SAB (formerly SAB TV) is an Indian pay television channel owned by Culver Max Entertainment. History Sony SAB was launched as SAB TV by Gautam Adhikari and Markand Adhikari under their company Sri Adhikari Brothers (thus the acronym) on 23 April 1999. At first, it was launched as a Hindi-language comedy channel. Sony Pictures Networks took over SAB TV in March 2005 and rebranded it as Sony SAB, with a new focus on general entertainment and eventually turning itself into a youth channel. In 2008, Sony SAB changed its appeal to being a Hindi-language generalist network. The high-definition feed of the channel was launched on 5 September 2016. ''Yes Boss'' is one of the longest-running show on the channel. After ''Yes Boss'', ''Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah'' became the longest-running show. Programming Sony SAB's current programming includes ''Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah'', '' Maddam Sir'', ''Wagle Ki Duniya – Nayi Peedhi Naye Kissey Wagle Ki Duniya – ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Baal Veer
''Baal Veer'' was an Indian fantasy television series that premiered on 8 October 2012 on SAB TV. It starred Dev Joshi in the titular role. It was produced by Optimystix Entertainment, and its screenplay was written by Rohit Malhotra. The show aired for 1,111 episodes and went off air on 4 November 2016. The show was aired on Sony SAB's sister channel, Sony PAL, in 2015. Plot In the universe, there is a planet called Pari Lok (Fairy Realm), where all the good fairies reside. Each of them has a different ability and each fairy is named after her special powers. The mother and leader of the fairies is the Queen Fairy - Rani Pari, who is the head of the power of love and righteousness in the whole multiverse. Below her, is a cabinet of important fairies (Pari Sabha) who maintain various departments of Pari Lok. On the other side, there is an evil fairy, Bhayankar Pari and her sidekick- Tauba-Tauba. They always plot to create terror on Earth, due to which Rani Pari assigns di ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yash Raj Films
Yash Raj Films (YRF) is an Indian film production and distribution company founded by veteran filmmaker Yash Chopra in 1970. It mainly produces and distributes Hindi and Punjabi films. The company has grown to be one of the largest film studios in India. History YRF was founded by Yash Raj Chopra, a veteran director and producer of the Indian film industry, in 1970. He started out as an assistant to his elder brother, B. R.Chopra, and went on to direct five films for his brother's banner, B.R. Films. YRF Studios Upon realising the lack of a proper film shooting studio during their years of film-making, YRF went on build their dream film production studio in the year 2005, located in Mumbai city. The first film to be shot in YRF Studios was the company's 2006 critical and commercial blockbuster romantic thriller ''Fanaa''. Some of the notable films of outside banners that were shot in the studio over the years are; '' Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna'' (2006), '' Partner'' (2007), '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Seven (TV Series)
''Seven – The Ashvamedha Prophecy'' is an Indian supernatural television series that aired on Sony Entertainment Television from 1 January 2010 to 25 June 2010. The series was produced by Aditya Chopra, and stars Rakesh Bapat and Shama Sikander. Plot When the " Saptarshi" constellation falls in place, Dr. Charak, an astronomer, scientist, and philosopher knows the time has come for him to find the descendants of the saptarishi or seven sages. ‘Seven’, is the story of the search for the seven descendants and their journey of discovering their real capabilities. Asmin, Hriday, Varya, Haryaksh, Mastishk, Eklavya, and Drishika, have what it takes to save the world. The unique powers they possess are complemented with their different mindsets, learning and outlook in life. Dr Charak, the guru, must bring seven such distinct personalities under one roof and fulfil the Ashwamedha prophecy – a secret that will give great power to the person who unravels it, before Asht ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dhoom Dhadaka
''Dhum Dhadaka '' is a 1985 Indian Marathi-language film directed and produced by Mahesh Kothare. The film stars Ashok Saraf, Mahesh Kothare, Nivedita Saraf, Surekha Rane, and Sharad Talwalkar in lead roles. The film is a remake of the Tamil movie ''Kaadhalikka Neramillai'' (1964), which was also remade earlier in Telugu as ''Preminchi Choodu'' (1965), in Hindi as ''Pyar Kiye Jaa'' (1966) and in Kannada as ''Preethi Madu Thamashe Nodu'' (1979). Plot Dhanaji Wakde is an arrogant and greedy industrialist. Seema and Gauri are his daughters and Mahesh Javalkar is an employee working in his company. Gauri and Mahesh decide to marry but Dhanaji does not approve of his daughter marrying someone below his social status. To overcome Dhanaji's resistance, Mahesh decides to take help of his childhood friend Ashok Gupchup. They decide that Ashok would disguise himself as a very rich old man and introduce himself to Dhanaji as Mahesh's father Yadhunath Javalkar. They know that Dhanaj ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Indian Television Academy Awards
The Indian Television Academy Awards, also known as the ''ITA Awards'', is an annual award ceremony organised by the Indian Television Academy to honour excellence in Hindi-language television. Ceremonies Categories Popular Awards * ITA Award for Best Actor Popular * ITA Award for Best Actress Popular * ITA Award for Best Show Popular Jury Awards: General Drama * ITA Award for Best Actor Drama * ITA Award for Best Actress Drama * ITA Award for Best Director - Drama * ITA award for Best Serial – Drama * ITA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role * ITA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role * ITA Award for Best Actor in a Negative Role * ITA Award for Best Actress in a Negative Role * ITA Award for Best Child Artist Comedy * ITA Award for Best Actor - Comedy * ITA Award for Best Actress - Comedy * ITA Award for Best Director Comedy * ITA Award for Best Serial Comedy Best Reality Show Best Anchor - Music/Film Based Show Best Music/Film Based Show ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ye Meri Life Hai
''Ye Meri Life Hai'' is a Hindi TV serial that aired on Sony Entertainment Television. The story reflects the aspirations and dreams of today's youth, as they battle it out with conventions and norms to carve their own niche in the world. The screenplay and dialogues of the initial episodes were penned by Arif Ali and Sanyukta Chaudhuri. Plot The story revolves around a young girl named Pooja who hails from a conservative middle-class Gujarati household in Mumbai. Pooja dreams of becoming a successful film director and idolises Karan Johar. To realise her dream, Pooja secretly joins a coveted film studies course at the trendy St. Martin's College, keeping her father in the dark. At the college, the simple and straightforward Pooja instantly comes face to face with the hip and high-class students of St. Martins's and is made intensely aware of her middle-class looks and attitude. She is ill-treated by the well-to-do English speaking students who label her as 'vernacular' as she ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
