Suraj Muchhala – Little Known Facts

Suraj Muchhala is a well-known entrepreneur who has diversified interests in real estate, hospitality, educationand entertainment business sectors. He has a bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management, from AH & LA American Hotel and lodging association and is presently the MD. Muchhala Group. He began his career in the real estate development business and one of his early undertakings include his role as proprietor of the Suraj Water park, spread over 17 acres of land which is known as the pride of Maharashtra. The water park has won numerous international awards and is a six-time winner in the Limca Book of Records. Mr.Suraj was instrumental in increasing its annual number of visitors to 1.5 million from an initial figure of 500,000 visitors per year.

He has also been the main driving force behind the development and construction of the multiplex (Suraj Cineplex) in Junagadh, Gujarat, which is the first of its kind to be established in the district.  He was also behind construction of amusement theme park, Suraj Fun world, in Junagadh Gujarat.

He was fully involved in the family real estate business simultaneously with executing various projects, wherein he undertook the Goregaon – Sai Baba Enclave, a residential complex which comprises a whopping 250 flats, on 5 lakh square feet of land located in Goregaon, West Mumbai.

He also initiated the construction of an industrial area on 45 acres of land over an area of 4.5 lakh square feet in Boisar, Maharashtra in the year 2011-2013. Under his leadership, the project was developed to have state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure suitable for a number of dry industries and warehousing such as pharmaceuticals, textile, diamond, steel, iron, and jewelry with independent units set up for each of them.

He is also instrumental in a first of its kind project involving development of 30 million square feet of township in Boisar (Near Mumbai) which is around 110acre in  Maharashtra. The new project upon completion will be the largest township of its kind to be undertaken by the Muchhala group in Boisar with about 3000 flats, 832 retail stores in Sai Baba Boulevard, Boisar.

An industrious and illustrious entrepreneur, presently he divides his time between various projects in entertainment and real estate.

Dr.Aneel Kashi Murarka, FilmMaker, MD of Mirachem Industries, an Eminent Industrialist, Philanthropist & Social Crusader and above all a Patriotic Indian...

He is the grandson of well-known Freedom Fighter and Philanthropist Shri.Chiranjilal Murarka and son of  Industrialist Shri. Kashi Prasad Murarka.

He is also the Founder of Ample Missiion that specializes in Intellectual Shows and Public Social Awareness Short Films. He is also an author of 6 Books which includes Biographies & Motivational ones.

He is associated with many reputed educational institutions that works towards improving the standard of education and lives of students across streams; as an ultimate recognition, he was felicitated by former President of India late Dr APJ Abdul Kalam for offering his expertise towards amelioration of the youth.

Having been closely associated for many years with many NGOs, he works closely with – IDF -which works for Leprosy Control; NASEOH, which works for underprivileged children; NAB – The National Association for the Blind. He is also the Chief Patron of Doctors For You the International NGO for healthcare services and Disaster management. He is also associated with Acid Attack Survivors NGO and helps rebuilding their lives through various efforts socially and financially. He has been honoured with several Awards for his Social Work by various organisations and communities.

He is actively involved in community development projects like Education, Vocational training, care and welfare of youth; Assistance to many orphanages across the country for homeless children & destitute through medical care and financial support.

‘Narayani Seva Sansthan’, at Narayani Dham, Lonavala is one such outstanding institution where Dr.Aneel’s family is doing charity through the C.B. Murarka Charitable Trust. This initiative started by Dr.Aneel’s father, Kashiprasad Murarka is very close to his heart. The Narayani Dham, trust is involved in organising free medical and eye checkup camps to the needy on a regular basis. They also do distribution of food grains, utensils and clothing to the Aadivasi community living in that area. Among the other initiatives undertaken by Dr.Aneel  through the C.B. Murarka Charitable Trust are funding scholarships for needy children; supporting Shree Kalyan Arogya Sadan, a TB Hospital in Rajashthan; and building a state-of-the-art meditation centre. The Trust also built a Unique, State-of-the-Art and never seen before Bus depot Fully Air-Conditioned in the state of Rajasthan, India. Also currently constructing a Hostel for the lady police personel there. The Trust is also instrumental in building a crematorium `Shivdham’ in Goregaon (E), Mumbai, rated as one of the best crematoriums in Maharashtra, equipped with the best of facilities for performing last rites of the departed and also conducting funerals free of cost for the dead on behalf of families who cannot afford to perform the last rites; and many other acts of humanity.

As a Producer he is the man behind many award winning short films on Social Issues that made a lasting impact on the masses of our country be it on the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan or Anti-Smoking, These Public Awareness Short Films  had gone Viral on Social Media & YouTube crossing over 6.5Million views bringing about the desired change in people’s perception. Hon.Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji and PMO had lauded his efforts. He is also Officially appointed as Brand Ambassador for Swachh Abhiyan by the Ministry of Urban Development, Govt.of India.

Under his able leadership, Ample Missiion had organized unique awards programme like “Shoorveer Awards” for Bravery and Courage, “Global Peace Initiative Awards” for the Global Indian Achievers, “Awards Zindagi Ke”  to honour our Martyrs from the Defence Services and  Bharat Prerna Awards for the Specially Abled Heroes.

Fear Curbs Your Inner Talent –  said Composer – Singer Ankit Tiwari at the 5th Veda Cultural Workshop at Whistling Woods International...

Mumbai, February 1st, 2018: Whistling Woods International (WWI) witnessed the start of the seventh season of its cultural hub, 5th Veda. This session specially curated by Subhash Ghai to celebrate music and remain true to Indian roots and culture started with a melodious concoction of Indian music and Italian opera.

Speaking about the occasion, Subhash Ghai stated, “5th Veda is a session specially designed to rejoice and attain the inner voice through music, art and culture. Throughout the seventh season of 5th Veda, we aim to invite renowned industry stalwarts to educate the students and share invaluable life lessons. This inaugural session was significantly different as two distinct music genres were performed and enabled the students to witness breath-taking experience.”

The session started with the splendid performance of Gioconda Vessichilli who performed an enthralling composition. The performance narrated an enticing story about a girl being abandoned by her lover in Paris and how she gains strength to move ahead in life and live it to the fullest. The talented opera singer surprised everyone with her tribute to Hindi music by performing hit Hindi movies songs like ‘Hum Tere Bin Abb Reh Nahi Sakte‘ and ‘Itni Si Baat Hain‘.

An interactive session between Subhash Ghai and Ankit Tiwari followed, wherein the singer shared his success story and how he made it big in the tinsel town. He narrated stories from his childhood days, how he started performing since his adolescence and how his mother has been a great influence on him becoming a music sensation. He sportingly composed and sung a song as suggested by Subhash Ghai, which left the audience in awe.

The air was thick with excitement when Ankit performed some of his all-time hits like ‘Galliyan‘, ‘Tu Hain Ki Nahi’ and ‘DilCheezeTujheDedi‘. The students of the WWI School of Music rejoiced this moment as they got an opportunity to perform along with the singing star himself. The session concluded with a promise by the singer and music director about him coming back to WWI campus to compose the same track with Subhash Ghai and the students.

Highlighting the importance of being educated at an institute like WWI, Ankit Tiwari said, “The students studying at Whistling Woods International are very fortunate to be a part of the prestigious institute.” He appraised the technological advancements available at the institute and thanked Subhash Ghai for hosting him and for providing the much-needed platform to the students.

Ankit Tiwari and Gioconda Vessichilli were bestowed with a token of appreciation by Subhash Ghai. The spellbinding session ended with everyone grooving to popular Hindi movie dance numbers. 

About Whistling Woods International

Whistling Woods International is India’s premier Film, Communication, and Media Arts Institute. Founded by one of India’s leading filmmakers – Subhash Ghai, Whistling Woods International (WWI) is one of Asia’s largest Media Arts institutes.

‘The Hollywood Reporter’ has rated Whistling Woods International as one of the Ten Best Film Schools in the world in 2014, 2013 & 2010. WWI offers courses that vary in duration from 1 year to 3 years catering to all major verticals of the Media & Entertainment industry, namely Acting, Animation, Cinematography, Direction, Editing, Music, Producing, Screenwriting, Sound, Visual Effects, Media Management, Fashion Design and Visual Communication Design. All the courses are accredited by the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS).

Varsha Naik one of the first Indian women to perform in New York Broadway Dance show...

Varsha Naik from New Jersey is one of the first Indian American artist to perform, direct and choreograph a Bollywood number for “Dancing in the Spotlight” a well-known and famous Broadway Dance show in the prestigious Symphonic theatre in New York. India is overflowing with talent with its wide population and increasingly interesting talent coming together to make something even better.

Varsha and her team are extremely thrilled and excited that they got this opportunity to showcase Indian Dance form in a Broadway Dance show for spotlight production. “It’s not every day that a performer and choreographer gets this opportunity and I’m humbled and happy, “she said.

22 talented and well-trained students from Navrang Dance academy will showcase Bollywood glamor. The event will have other international dance groups and performers too. The teams will be judged on the basis of creativity, costumes and originality. Navrang dance academy plans to showcase the best performers from NY and NJ who have been practicing very hard. Varsha Naik personally auditioned these talented artists/ dancers and wants to ensure everyone puts their best foot forward. They will be performing on a very famous Bollywood number which will also reflect the cultural richness of India.

Navrang Dance academy students and performers have participated and won many tristate (NY NJ CT) area competitions and they feel it’s a positive step forward for the academy to display their talent in Broadway.

We wish Varaha Naik and her team the best!

———Pigeon Media (Abhishek Dubey PRO)

Anjana Singh Signed for Bhojpuri Film Munna Mawali

भोजपुरी फिल्‍म ‘मुन्‍ना मवाली’ में हॉट केक अंजना सिंह की इंट्री

सिने प्राइम वर्ल्‍ड के एसोसिएशन और द सिनेमा प्रस्‍तुत भोजपुरी फिल्‍म ‘मुन्‍ना मवाली’ इंडस्‍ट्री की हॉट केक अंजना सिंह की इंट्री हुर्इ है। ये जानकारी आज फिल्‍म के निर्माता पप्‍पू पांडेय ने दी। उन्‍होंने बताया कि अंजना सिंह काफी काबिल अदाकारा हैं, जो हमारी फिल्‍म की कहानी में फिट भी आती हैं। इसलिए हमने उन्‍हें ‘मुन्‍ना मवाली’ के लिए कास्‍ट किया है। अंजना सिंह के अलावा फिल्‍म में पूनम दुबे भी होंगी, जो फिल्‍म के लीड एक्‍टर प्रमोद प्रेमी के साथ रोमांस करती नजर आयेंगी। वहीं, भोजपुरिया खलनायक संजय पांडेय और अयाज खान के साथ बसाता चाचा यानि मनोज टाइगर भी फिल्‍म में मुख्‍य किरदार में होंगे। उन्‍होंने बताया कि फिल्‍म की शूटिंग जल्‍द ही शुरू हो जायेगी।

फिल्‍म को लेकर निर्देशक रवि सिन्‍हा ने कहा कि यह एक बेहतरीन एंटरटेंमेंट वाली फिल्‍म है। हमारे इस फिल्‍म में भोजपुरी का सिंगर – एक्‍टर वाला परसेप्‍शन जारी रहेगा, क्‍योंकि हमने इसके लिए प्रमोद प्रेमी को बतौर लीड एक्‍टर कास्‍ट किया है, तो भोजपुरी हॉट केक अंजना सिंह और खूबसूरत पुनम दुबे के साथ शाहिद माल्‍या की आवाज में गाने इस फिल्‍म में मुख्‍य आकर्षण होगी। इनकी तिकड़ी बॉक्‍स ऑफिस पर कमाल कर देगी। उन्‍होंने कहा कि फिल्‍म की फुल फ्लेज शूटिंग मार्च के महीने से शुरू होगी और हमारी कोशिश होगी कि समर सीजन में इसे रिलीज करें।

बता दें कि फिल्‍म के डायरेक्‍टर रवि सिन्‍हा हैं और कहानी राजेश पांडेय ने लिखी है। फिल्‍म के प्रचारक संजय भूषण पटियाला होंगे। डॉ अलोक रंजन पांडेय के कंसेप्‍ट पर बन रही फिल्‍म ‘मुन्‍ना मवाली’ के खूबसूरत गीत डॉ सागर सुधाकर स्‍नेह और सुमित चंद्रवंशी ने लिखे हैं, जिसमें संगीत सुधाकर स्‍नेह ने दिया है। स्‍टोरी-स्‍क्रीनप्‍ले राजेश पांडेय, डायलॉग सुरेंद्र मिश्रा का है। ——-Sanjay Bhushan Patiayala (PRO)