Bollywood sells like hot cakes. One doesn’t really need a proof of it with every second movie reaching the 100 crore mark. Initially, it was the A-list actors like Shahrukh Khan, Salman Khan or Hrithik Roshan who belonged to this elite group. When it comes to box office collections in crore, and Salman Khan doesn’t top the list, it simply cannot happen. He is one of the early entrant into the 100 crore club. His last release broke all the records and garnered Rs 216.84 crore. If Rohit Shetty’s Singham was a hit, then Singham Returns was a super hit. The Ajay Devgan and Kareena Kapoor Khan starrer not only managed to strike a chord amongst the masses, but also managed to make a collection worth Rs 139.96 crore. Akshay Kumar comes with at least three movies each year and manages to make great business with all of the releases. Holiday was his first release of the year with actress Sonakshi Sinha. The movie made a collection of Rs 112.4 crore. Jai Ho was Salman Khan’s first offering in the year 2014 with debutante Daisy Shah. The movie was directed by Salman’s brother Sohail Khan. It also saw ace actress Tabu after a long sabbatical. It earned about Rs 107.21 crore. Adapting a book into a movie is catching up on with Bollywood. An example is the movie 2 States. The movie was an adaptation of Chetan Bhagat’s book 2 States. The movie starred Alia Bhatt and Arjun Kapoor. These new comers managed to make a business of Rs 107.71 crore with this movie.
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The Indian television industry is growing in leaps and bounds. During the early days of privatisation of channels, there were very few genres of television content available. However, with changing time more and more genres were introduced.
Reality shows is one genre that is ruling the Indian market off late. There is at least one reality TV show on every leading channel. Amidst all this, I, Paresh Thakker list down few must watch reality shows on Indian television, in no particular order. Comedy Nights with Kapil If there is one man to be credited for how the Indian television is perceived and giving a new face to comedy on television, it is none other than Kapil Sharma. Kapil Sharma through his maiden project Comedy Nights with Kapil has completely revolutionised the comic domain on Indian television. Fear Factor When Khiladi No 1, Akshay Kumar decides to enter the television industry, it has to be grand, and what better way than an action based reality show. Hosted by Akshay Kumar, Fear Factor- Khatron Ke Khiladi is an action based show, where the contestants have to perform life risking stunts to be retained in the game. DID little Master Dance India Dance is a revolutionary dance reality show on the Indian television. When they decided to come up with similar concept for kids, it was bound to be a mega hit idea. The prowess with which the kids dance and their passion towards it simply makes it a must watch. Crime Patrol The ever growing crime incidences in the country have resulted in giving momentum to a lot of crime based shows. Initially, it was all about news channels talking about crimes happening in various areas. However, Crime Patrol changed the way crime stories are perceived. Saavdhaan India Saavdhaan India is another offering in the crime based show with similar nuances. The show dramatizes the actual crime scenario and how excellently the case is solved by the crime branch team. Kaun Banega Crorepati Kaun Banega Crorepati not only marked the debut of superstar Amitabh Bachchan in the television industry, but also the set the trend of movie actors accepting the small screen projects. Bigg Boss Salman Khan for a host, 13 celebrities in one house and a telecast of all that happens within the confined territory allotted to the celebrities. The show has experienced multiple hosts with each passing season, Salman Khan, nevertheless, has been the most successful one. Roadies Roadies as the name hints, is a road journey coupled with some challenges. The contestants are none other than common people selected out of a strict audition. 13 contestants are shortlisted of which one is eliminated every week owing to poor performance. Internet has proved to be a boon to the world of technology but Android seems to be a notch higher to it. And the likes of Facebook, Twitter and other social networking sites on your computer weren't enough to give you sleepless nights. There is WhatsApp to give you the same on your mobile. But then to enjoy all of this and lot more of the other fun, you are in need of an Android supporting mobile. So I your very own Paresh Thakker a gizmo freak brings to you five Android phones that too minding your budget, within Rs 10,000. Xolo Q700 for Rs 9,999 4GB internal memory and expandable up to 32GB this phone is supported with 4.2 Jelly Bean Android. 1GB RAM and a quad core processor makes for a smooth handling. This also comes with a 5MP rear camera making it for a good option for freezing your memories. Karbonn Titanium S1 for Rs 9,990Pricing is getting lesser and the mobile screen is getting bigger day by day. This mobile is one that comes with 4.5 inch full HD screen. 4.1.2 Jelly Bean Android and 1.2 Quadcore processor with 1GB RAM. Sony Xperia E Dual Sony has finally become considerate about the budget conscious buyer. After Tipo their very first Android offering under Rs 10, 000 now comes the Sony Xperia E Dual. The features are quite the same as the others in the league but to get this brand for this cheap price tag is another advantage. Samsung Galaxy Pocket Neo Samsung are the once who brought Android to the world and from day one have been catering Android run devices to one and all from the low-income bracket to the niche class. This however is to serve the once who don't wish to pinch their pockets with the mobile purchase. So set a date and visit your nearest electronic accessory shop to buy your share of Android.
The other day I was all by myself as my parents were out of town and my maid’s health went for a toss. To my dismay I was left all by myself with my clothes to be washed, breakfast to be made and tiffin to be packed. I eventually didn't do any of the chores but did try to give it my best shot however failed at it brutally. While I was in train on my way to make in on time to office I just happen to ponder over how my mother manages to do all these tasks effortlessly and making it for office on time as well. Well this piece of mine is to that every woman who not only takes care of her house but also manages work life effortlessly. A list of gadgets every woman must be acquainted with whether a homemaker or working woman. Washing Machine Well this piece of mine is to that every woman who not only takes care of her house but also manages work life effortlessly. A list of gadgets every woman must be acquainted with whether a homemaker or working woman. Microwave I don’t understand the psychology of Indian men looking for a five star chef in their wife. Anyways for the one with no real culinary skills this invention is next to God. It can do it all for you from grill to bake to even cook some basic items. Dryer This item in the list may seem to be a weird inclusion but a woman knows the real need and importance of a hair dryer. Laptop & Dongle And finally when everything fails the internet is always there for your rescue. Every woman is supposed to be internet savvy and this one has nothing got to do with giving you that good appraisal but for your own good. Today there is nothing under the sun that one cannot get well versed with the help of the internet. So all you men out there help the women in your life get these gadgets to make their life better and let me know if you too have some more suggestions to give.
I have seen this German genius live a couple of times and I have to say he rocks, this is an oldie but is an absolute goldie Fahrenheit... If that was not enough try this one as well! Kerosene! This track is absolutely divine.... more trancy than techno but is still the nuts! Enjoy Cromophobia by Gui Boratto! This guy is immense, this track is immense get the glitchy drums and hats.... brilliant! May I present the Dubfire rework of Spastik: No technoblogroll could exist without the French wizard that is Vitalic... La Rock 01 is a masterpiece :) This guy is class not quite techno but some great tech house... this is a personal fav Flat Beat: My blog is simple it is just going to be a blog roll of all the great tracks starting with Villalobos... |