Shreya Kulkarni known as Dimple girl in Marathi industry will now be seen in the TVC of Govind Ghee

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Shreya Kulkarni known for her Marathi well known song “Dimple yetay gaalavr” is now seen on the sets of Television Commercial of Govind Ghe. Many of the female actresses were seen vying for this lead role of this TVC but shreya got the opportunity. It was her birthday when Shreya was seen shooting for this ad film. Shreya says “ I was always looking for my birthday which would be greatly celebrated on the set, and here it goes.” Shreya seems to be too cheerful on her birthday as she celebrated this birthday on the set of an Ad film this time. Her friends of pune surprised her birthday by coming directly on the set and we celebrated and shared the joy she added. Shreya is going great with her career as an actress. Shreya being an actress is also an IT professional who manages every opportunity of film career as well. The casting of this TVC of Govind Ghe was done and cast was the great actor Mr. Amol Kolhe. But due to some reasons casting changed. Shreya was a bit upset for this reason as “I lost the opportunity to meet Amol Kolhe sir “ Shreya added when she was asked in interview. Shreya says “ In my 5 years + film career this was the first birthday I celebrated on the set and I am too proud and lucky for the same” Shreya also shared the pictures and reels of her birthday on her Instagram handle shreyakulkarni_0fficial

Save the Girl Child Pledge spearheaded by Dr. Sunita Dube

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Azhar Khan
The 10th MedscapeIndia National Award Trophy was unveiled today on 5th October by the Honorable Governor of Maharashtra Shri Bhagat Singh Koshiyari in the presence of National Presidents of Medical Associations and MedscapeIndia Advisory & Organising Committee Members and celebrities. Dr. Sunita Dube – Renowned Radiologist, Health Entrepreneur and Founder Chairperson MedscapeIndia AMET, Dr. Niraj Dube- Consulting Pathologist, Industrial Health Consultant, MD Aryan Hospital & Medical Centre, Prof.Dr. Sushmita Bhatnagar- Pediatric Surgeon, President AMC, Dr. Quresh Maskati – Ace Ophthalmologist past President All India Ophthalmological Society(AIOS), Dr.Smita Naram- Co-Founder of Ayushakti, Dr. Nandita Palshetkar – President (FOGSI) Federation of Obstetric & Gynaecological Societies of India, Dr.M L Sharaf – Renowned Orthopaedic Surgeon, Bombay Hospital, Dr. Hrishikesh Pai – Leading Gynecologist, former President FOGSI were present to represent the medical fraternity on the occasion. Honorable Governor of Maharashtra Shri Bhagat Singh Koshiyari says “I would like to congratulate MedscapeIndia’s initiative to save, nurture and protect the girl child through their initiative “Save the girl child from womb to tomb. The best part about this initiative is that India’s best doctors are associated with this cause. It is the most responsible job in the world to save both mother and child after birth. Our Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s dream to see every child educated is not far, thanks to Medscape. We belong to a country where girls are treated like Goddess, Medscape India has all my support” An Ace Radiologist Philanthropist and Social activist Dr. Sunita Dube who needs no recognition when it comes to charitable causes said “Since last 18 years MedscapeIndia ran the campaign to ‘Save the Girl child’ but this year we are glad to revise this campaign making it “Save the Girl Child from Womb to Tomb”. We are grateful to the honorable governor His Excellency Shri Bhagat Singh Koshiyari for launching the 10th MedscapeIndia National Awards and the ‘I save the girl child from womb to tomb’ pledge today at his office. “Today it was a very fruitful meeting with the Governor as we presented him our vision towards saving the girl child and women empowerment while he gave us valuable suggestions which we will surely incorporate to enhance the impact of this campaign. We discussed that are we actually free after the 75 years of freedom, in terms of the freedom of girl child and women health care, freedom for education, gender equality and women’s rights to property, social respect and protection against crime against women.” Talking about the Virtual event on 10th October she said,” All these issues are of prime concern which will be the part of the session on ‘Saving the girl child from womb to tomb’ as part of a panel of discussion. The subject means not only securing her survival (from the womb) but to make her reach the pinnacle of her career (Tomb), letting her live a fulfilled life through the various states of being a girl till she evolves as a complete woman of substance. I request one and all to join the session on the occasion of the 13th Save the Girl child Program & the 10th Medscape India National Awards on 10th October and take the support MedscapeIndia initiative and take the pledge of saving the girl child from Womb to Tomb. Dr. Hrishikesh Pai, Leading Gynecologist, former President FOGSI quoted saying “MedscapeIndia and I go way back. It is an outstanding organization, they have done a lot of noble work for women. They have been regarding doctors for their work to serve humanity. I would like to congratulate them for their initiative ‘Save the girl child from womb to tomb’. It is high time that we do everything in our power to eradicate female foeticide. Women should be respected and loved, they deserve equal opportunities as men. If they succeed, the country will succeed” Dr. Nandita Palshetkar – President (FOGSI) Federation of Obstetric & Gynaecological Societies of India “Congratulations to Sunita Dube, I think 13 years is a long time and she has done this wonderful job of saving the girl child and this year’s slogan of Save the girl child from womb to tomb really accomplishes the entire life cycle of women. It is a fantastic thought process because we as women are caregivers and as obstetricians & Gynecologists I have realized that it is from the womb that we have to achieve first to survive and then accomplish the rest. Unfortunately, Women have been always treated as second-class citizens, while they are supposed to sacrifice everything from eating less and keep for the family and never take our health as a priority, which certainly needs to be addressed. Dr.M L Sharaf said, “I am very happy to be associated with Dr. Sunita Dube right from the time of the inception of MedscapeIndia’s Save the Girl Child Movement. Today it’s the 13th year and we are very proud to have the Awards trophy for this year unveiled by no other than the Honourable Governor of Maharashtra who gave us very encouraging words. We all believe in saving the girl child but hearing it from a veteran like him. I wish MedscapeIndia all the very best for the future” 10th MedscapeIndia National Awards is an initiative to facilitate the heroes from the medical fraternity, which is in its 10th year now. 13th ‘Save the girl child’ program was incepted in 2008 on International Girl Child Day. The initiative has stood by the cause of preventing female feticide, educating and nurturing the girl child, and empowering women for over a span of 18 years. The ”WE DOCTORS” campaign provided digital health cards, 1 million masks for police and the underprivileged which is an initiative to support the medical community and the patients with Tele ICU in Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Tele Medicine, Vaccination drives, Oxygen PSA plants, Modular Hospitals & ICU setups, Oxygen concentrators, Home dialysis, home support running covid hospitals, since 18 months.

Asian Academy Creative Awards 2021 : Ajeeb Daastaans Geeli Pucchi Conferred Best Episode And Best Actress

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City Women Magazine
Asian Academy Creative Awards 2021 : Ajeeb Daastaans Geeli Pucchi Conferred Best Episode And Best Actress
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Geeli Pucchi, part of the Netflix anthology called Ajeeb Daastaans, by Dharmatic Entertainment has not only garnered critical acclaim all over but also recognition in various award categories. The recent one being at the Asian Academy Creative Awards for Best Single Drama or Telemovie/Anthology Episode (India) & Best Leading Actress to Konkona Sen Sharma.
The performances and the story that has touched all continues to grow and shine on the platform. Open to the entire Asian Pac region, the Asian Academy Creative Awards honours excellence in craft and technical disciplines across multiple platforms including television, digital, mobile, streaming and any other emerging technologies.

CHARMIS : Skincare Routine – Less is More!

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Azhar Khan
Are you the type who wakes up every morning, worried and wanting to do so much for your skin? Do you have guilt pangs gnawing away at you every time you look in the mirror? For most of us, life begins and ends with planning our skincare routine, adding and eliminating products in our cart till the sun stops shining. Fret not, your skincare regime doesn’t have to be an impassable labyrinth, it can be simplified to make it more manageable and consistent. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making your life easy. 1. Get Organized- To begin with, make a list of skincare problems you actually have, for example, you have acne or pigmentation or dark spots or just plain dry skin. It’s important to understand your skin and how it behaves. Look for products with Vitamin C in them, which is a super ingredient to remove your spots, dullness, and any uneven skin tone. 2. Know your skin type- It is very important to understand your skin type to invest in the right product. How do you determine that? Very simple, just notice how your skin feels right when you wake up. If you have oily skin, it is recommended to stick to light hydrating products which are non-sticky like Serums. People with Acne-Prone skin, are recommended to use products with Salicylic Acid. For dry skin concerns, Hyaluronic Acid will save the day!
 
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3. Choose Hero Products– Eliminate products that serve only one purpose, instead invest in all-rounders, for example, replace Moisturizer with Serum. A serum is an all-rounder that can easily cater to your skin’s need for hydration while priming it and leaving it with a soft dewy finish. The product formulation of serum has smaller molecules that work together to penetrate the skin to a degree that facial creams or moisturizers don’t. Charms Deep Radiance Range Face Serum is Dermatologist & Clinically tested to offer specific skin benefits of Hydrated Clear Radiance. It goes 15 layers deep into the skin with its potent ingredients of Vitamin C, Hyaluronic Acid, and Salicylic Acid, which hydrates your skin, removes dullness and dark spots. Each of the mentioned ingredients is super lightweight, non-sticky, and hence suitable for all skin types- oily or dry! 4. Budget– It’s important to plan and create financial demarcations so you don’t let your skincare budget eat into other important components of your living and lifestyle. Apart from choosing products that multi-task, look for maximum value at minimum price. ITC Charmis has introduced its new Deep Radiance Range with premium and effective skincare, making best in the market skincare more accessible by offering benefit-led products at affordable price points. The brand’s strong beauty credentials coupled with high-quality ingredients make them a compelling player in budget beauty buys. 5. Stay Positive & Hydrate– Whoever said beauty is only skin deep was referring to staying connected with our intrinsic goodness and richness of character. While it’s important to take care of what we put on our skin, it’s equally important to feed our minds with the right ingredients. Dr. Aparna Santhanam, Skin Expert on ITC Charmis says, “Skincare routine planning is often perceived to be a daunting task, which is why it’s important to have a fair assessment of one’s requirements. The first step towards getting a good skincare routine is to make an effort to understand the ingredients, decide your budget, and most importantly choose well-researched hero products. I recommend going for products that are all-rounders for e.g. a serum is a multi-purpose product that can easily eliminate the need for a hydrator or moisturizer, is more efficacious and budget-friendly. This apart, skincare is an inside-out job, so make sure to stay hydrated and positive, your inner radiance invariably reflects on your face”.

The Body Shop India partners with Sanya Malhotra & miracle foundation to #lightalittlelife this festive season

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Azhar Khan

Activist beauty brand The Body Shop India celebrates this year’s festive season with a difference by launching the #LightALittleLife program to support children who have lost their families, caregivers, and livelihoods to the Covid19 pandemic. With the launch of this program, The Body Shop reiterates its deep commitment towards local communities while staying true to its purpose as a global change-making brand since 1976. Partnering with Miracle Foundation, this program aims to provide on-ground, robust, and sustainable support to children whose lives have been devastated by the second wave of the pandemic in India.

In its quest to fight for a fairer and more beautiful world, The Body Shop India is joined by actor Sanya Malhotra as Chief Brand Advocate bringing her change-making voice, stereotype smashing persona, and fan-favorite appeal to the brand’s mission. A rising actress, known for her vivacious personality and strong cinematic portrayals of inspiring young Indian women, Sanya Malhotra is a seamless fit for the brand’s distinctively feminist & activist purpose. A vocal champion for female empowerment, sustainable life choices, and animal welfare, Sanya stands for the brand’s core beliefs of gender equality and fighting for people and the planet. As Chief Brand Advocate, Sanya will also lead The Body Shop’s SWAD – Squad With A Difference, consisting of various influential young voices from diverse walks of public life. Including actors, singers, artists, influencers, activists, and beyond. Sanya and #TBSSWAD will together amplify the brand’s social justice causes and programs to young audiences across the country.

Through the partnership with Miracle Foundation, #LightALittleLife is a comprehensive program that aims to support disadvantaged children impacted by Covid19. Primarily focused on children who have lost their families or family livelihoods, The Body Shop will provide vital education and healthcare support for these children. The program will provide school supplies, coaching, tutor support; internet connectivity for online learning; timely medical tests, prescriptions, supplements; access to quality healthcare inclusive of emergency healthcare. To this end, The Body Shop is raising funds through all its point of sales including its 200+ retail stores as well as an online store at www.thebodyshop.in allowing for voluntary customer donations of a minimum INR 20. Every customer donation will be matched by an equivalent amount from the Body Shop. The brand aims to raise awareness, match donations and raise a minimum of INR 2Mn over the next 3 months for the children of Miracle Foundation.

Ms. Shriti Malhotra, CEO, The Body Shop India says “As we head into what we hope will be a joyful festive season, we cannot forget that the pandemic has devastated some of the most vulnerable communities in our country this year. Being an activist brand means using our voice to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves and shining a light on communities in need. Through the Light A Little Life program, we are aiming to make real and lasting change for our children who have lost their caregivers in the pandemic. There can be no better time and cause than this as we welcome Sanya Malhotra to The Body Shop India as our Chief Brand Advocate. Self-made, independent, outspoken, intensely real, and highly relatable, Sanya’s cinematic choices are truly inspiring to young women in our country, and her commitment to empowering women and girls resonates with our feminist brand purpose perfectly. We have always believed in the power of collectivism and that a positive difference can be made when the right people come together. Sanya is a natural choice for us to lead our brand advocacy, amplify our unique activist voice and help us make that difference.”

Ms. Sanya Malhotra, Chief Brand Advocate, The Body Shop India says “Joining The Body Shop India family is an extraordinary milestone. Whether it’s ethical sourcing, going cruelty-free, veganism, championing inclusive beauty and sustainability, The Body Shop is a beauty brand of many firsts and I’m proud to have the opportunity of representing The Body Shop. Light A Little Life is a movement that is very close to my heart. We have all heard heart-wrenching stories of children losing their families to Covid without knowing how to help, but this program gives us the power to make a real difference in their lives and support them in various ways. I look forward to being a part of this campaign and partnering with The Body Shop as we work towards a better, kinder, more gender-equal, and sustainable world.”

Ms. Nivedita Dasgupta, Country Head (India), Miracle Foundation said “Children have been one of the worst sufferers & most underrepresented communities after the second wave of the pandemic. They have not just lost their family support but also rights to basic amenities like education & healthcare. We at Miracle Foundation India are grateful to join hands with The Body Shop and support the needs of these children. The project not only helps the children with mentors, books & stationery, online tutoring, timely medical tests, nutritional supplements but also helps raise awareness which goes a long way in ensuring stability and loving families for the children”

Expressing gratitude for offering her dreams, Tahira Kashyap Khurrana shares memories from school, winning prizes

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City Women Magazine
Expressing gratitude for offering her dreams, Tahira Kashyap Khurrana shares memories from school, winning prizes
Expressing gratitude for offering her dreams, Tahira Kashyap Khurrana shares memories from school, winning prizes
Author and filmmaker Tahira Kashyap Khurrana shared pictures from her school days, winning prizes at competitions from eminent personalities, which also includes Khushwant Singh.
Emerging as one of the most relatable and candid storytellers currently, Tahira Kashyap Khurrana is making an impact with her books as well as films. Offering a piece of her nostalgic experience, Tahira shared throwback pictures on her social media saying, “They weren’t just giving me prizes they were giving me dreams”. Inclined towards storytelling from a young age, Tahira Kashyap Khurrana has carved her name with her quirky, candid, honest and funny style of writing. From books like ’12 Commandments of Being A Woman’ to short films like ‘Pinni’ and ‘Quaranteen Crush’, Tahira has been winning hearts with her impressive work. Currently gearing up for the release of her fifth book ‘The 7 Sins of Being A Mother’ and the shoot of her debut feature film ‘Sharmajee Ki Beti’, Tahira has been creating excitement amongst audience for her upcoming work.

World Animal Day : Lakmé to Use PETA-Approved Logo to Tout Its Commitment Against Animal Testing

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Azhar Khan
Just in time for World Animal Day (4 October), Lakmé – ranked the number one make-up brand in the country – is joining PETA US’ Global Beauty Without Bunnies program, which certifies cosmetics, personal care, and household goods companies and brands that don’t test on animals. Lakmé, which is owned by Hindustan Unilever, will now feature the program’s PETA-approved bunny logo on its packaging. “Not testing any of our products on animals is critical to our values at Lakmé and is in line with Unilever’s Positive Beauty vision,” says Sumati Matti, head of innovations at Lakmé. “PETA’s Beauty Without Bunnies program is recognized worldwide for its high-quality standards and rigor, and we are proud to be a brand that is officially PETA-approved. With Lakmé’s range of high-performance and world-class cosmetics, skin-care products, and beauty salons, women can own their look while knowing that the beauty and safety from our products are from scientific alternatives to animal testing.” “Thanks to Lakmé’s compassion and conscientiousness, animals will be spared ugly tests for beauty products,” says PETA India Science Policy Advisor Dr. Ankita Pandey. “PETA India is delighted that Lakmé and other kind companies on the Global Beauty Without Bunnies list empower consumers to shop according to their values.” PETA India – whose motto reads, in part, that “animals are not ours to experiment on” – notes that more than 5,400 companies around the world have banned all animal tests in favor of effective, modern, non-animal methods, thereby sparing animals painful and deadly tests in which substances are applied to their eyes and shaved skin, sprayed in their faces, or forced down their throats. Because of the vast physiological differences between humans and the other animals used in these tests, the results are often misleading. In India, following efforts by PETA India, testing cosmetics or their ingredients on animals was banned in 2014, as was the importation of animal-tested cosmetics. In 2020, the government released the Cosmetics Rules 2020, which include provisions to strengthen the ban on the importation of animal-tested cosmetics. Nevertheless, to ensure they are not supporting animal testing, PETA India advises consumers to purchase only from companies listed as not testing on animals by PETA US’ Global Beauty Without Bunnies program.

Rashmi Agdekar’s makes us drool over her new bold pictures; Fans go gaga.

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HEMLATA GAUTAM
Rashmi Agdekar
Rashmi Agdekar
Rashmi Agdekar who is still allocating appreciation for her latest released web series ‘The Intern 2’ along with Ahsaas Channa & Revathi Pillai. Actress Rashmi Agdekar recently posted a series of bold pictures with a pop of hotness on her Instagram. The actress is very active on social media and make sures to update all her fans about her upcoming projects and her life. Unlike her sweet and bubbly personality the actress decide to step out of her comfort zone and opted to go all hot and we couldn’t take our eyes of her. The Andhadhun actress is seen posing confidently only in a chalk green satin shirt and raised the temperature of the gram as she posses keeping the buttons open. Rashmi opted to wear the shirt in a fashionable way by tying the ends of the shirt and completed her look with high waisted white trousers. As the outfit was very eye catchy the actress kept the makeup subtle with a tinge of pink for her lips and beach waves for her hair.
 
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Fans are going gaga over Rashmi’s bold appearance but this isn’t the first time we have seen the actress going all hot and bold. Unlike her Instagram Rashmi was seen doing some hot and steamy scenes for her web series “Dev-DD2” where she played the role of Chandini and “Rasbhari” where she was seen playing the role of Priyanka next to Swara Bhaskar.

On the work front, Rashmi Agdekar started her acting career in the web series “Dev DD” in 2017 and played the lead role in “I’m Mature” for the MX player which was critically acclaimed. She was seen in the web series “Rasbhari” alongside Swara Bhaskar on Amazon Prime. She also made her debut in Bollywood with the film “Andhadhun” alongside Ayushmann Khurrana. She is seen in her latest web series Intern 2. Rashmi Agdekar will be announcing soon about her new upcoming projects.

Shree Saini becomes first Indian to win Miss World America 2021

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Azhar Khan

The first Indian-American to win the crown of Miss World America 2021, Shree Saini of Washington State, is among the most unique pageant winners to be crowned. An advocate for heart health, Saini has had a permanent pacemaker since she was 12 and overcame a major car accident that left her with burns all over her face. But she rarely if ever lets any of that hold her back or define her.

Diana Hayden crowned Shree Saini at the event, which was held at Miss World America headquarters in Los Angeles. She is also the first Indian-origin contestant to represent America on a global stage.

Right after the crowning moment was over, Shree Saini said in her statement, “I am happy and quite nervous. I can’t express my feelings (in words). All the credit goes to my parents, especially my mother because of whose support I am here. Thank you Miss World America for this honor.”

The official Instagram handle of Miss World America shared the news with a caption that read as, “Shree, who is currently Miss World America Washington, also holds the prestigious position of ‘MWA National Beauty with a Purpose Ambassador’, a position she earned by working tirelessly to help those less fortunate and in need. Among her many accomplishments, her work has been recognized by UNICEF, Doctors without Borders, Susan G Komen, and many others.

We are certain Shree will continue to immaculately embody Beauty With A Purpose, and no doubt will be successful in raising awareness and attention to the Miss World America mission. Stay tuned and follow the Miss World America 2021 journey!”

Shree Saini has also been crowned Miss India Worldwide 2018 at a pageant held in the Fords City of New Jersey.

Hina Khan raise temperatures with new avatars in her new original song ‘Main Bhi Barbaad’

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Azhar Khan
Hina Khan and Angad Bedi raise temperatures with their new avatars in their new original song- ‘Main Bhi Barbaad’, produced by Saregama Hina Khan and Angad Bedi are out on the prowl and in the mood of doing some serious damage. Their latest single- Main Bhi Barbad, sees them as the two leads of a mafia gang, all stylishly clad and looking every bit dangerous. Both sport distinct looks through the video, something audiences have rarely seen earlier. The teaser images of their looks released a few days back had already got the fans and netizens excited about the release. Sung with some great emotional fervor by the brilliant Yasser Desai, the track has been composed by Gourav Dasgupta (who recently belted out the chartbuster dance track Dream Mein Entry) while the lyrics have been worded by acclaimed lyricist Kunwar Juneja. The video directed by the talented Aditya Datt boasts some stunning visuals and creates an atmosphere of intrigue, edginess, passion, and ultimately betrayal. Set against the backdrop of a mafia cartel, Hina plays the leader of the gang, while Angad plays her trusted aide, with an underlying sense of passion and romance. There is a delicious twist in the end, which reflects the thought of the song: Love Betrays. Hina Khan, sporting a look in absolute contrast to the looks she has done in the past, said of the song, “I fell in love with the main hook line of the song – Main Bhi Barbaad Tu Bhi Barbaad Hain. It’s so full of pain and pathos, and I couldn’t let go of the haunting melody from my mind. It’s such a stylishly shot video with an intriguing storyline, and it was so much fun to sport the looks I have done in the song. I am really excited to see the reactions of fans to this song.” Angad Bedi, replete with some cool tattoos all over him said, “It’s such a haunting composition. It talks of love, loss, and destruction – all that makes a relationship interesting and provocative. The video has a great storyline and it’s been stylishly mounted by Aditya. I am sure this is going to be a heartbreak song that will be on people’s playlists for years to come. Also, that this song is got a great connection with the millennial audience as its unapologetic. It’s grey… we live in the grey not black and white.” Tune-in to this latest betrayal song only Saregama’s YouTube channel and all leading music streaming platforms:
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