An Indian Modern Dance Guru

(Shiamak Davar is an Actor, Singer,Performar,Director of choreographer and Entertainment Designer and the Teacher.)

SHIAMAK DAVAR SAYS" HAVE FEET ,WILL DANCE" "HAVE SPIRIT,WILL TRIUMPH" "HAVE WILL,WILL WIN"

The word "institute" brings to mind visuals of strict spectacled teachers,neat rows of students sitting on benches and punishment for not adhering to rules.Shiamak Daver-the pioneer of modern dance in India decided to do exactly the opposite of that when he started his classes in 1986. With a motive to help the young and the young at heart discover and enjoy creative expression through dance,Shiamak Davar’s Institute For The Performing Arts or SDIPA, as it is popularly known,teaches Jazz, Hip Hop,Rock N Roll, Afro Jazz ,Salsa, Shiamak’s Indo Jazz and Shiamak"s Bollywood Jazz styles of dance. SDIPA conducts dance classes in nine cities in India, reaching out to thousands of students every year. SDIPA encourages more and more people to speak the language of dance, and also gives potential students the opportunity to explore arts as a profession.

Q) How will you describe about you?
A) I have always been a passionate kind of person,an extrovert,some one who loves to express myself.Dance is an extension of what I am,of what I can do.

Q) What is dance according to you?
A) Dance is a therapy. When you dance,you sweat,your feel-good hormones come out.People get so much out of the class and then we put the people on stage to perform.Every three months all my students come on stage and perform,all shapes and sizes. Performing on stage gives some self-worth,self-confidence.It gives you something more than dancing in class.

Q) When did you started all?
A) It all begin 25 years ago.

Q) Who is the best bollywood dancer according to you?
A) Helen, There is nobody like her.Helen is Helen .I have never seen such movements, and in those days,no technical wizardry,nothing.She was so mind blowing.

Q) What is Victory Arts Foundation?
A) VAF is a not-for-profit organization committed to making dance a meaningful experience for "all". VAF eedeavors to use the power of performing arts,especially dance, to bring joy to the underprivileged,specially challenged,visually impaired and others. Bringing a smile on their faces and adding a bounce in their stride,VAF takes the mission of HAVE FEET, WILL DANCE.ONE STEP FURTHER.Any one can send donation to VAF at TARDEO office.

Q) What is the meaning of SHIAMAK?

A)SHIAMAK meaning "Prince", the "Prince of Hearts ", the "Prince of Joy", the "Prince of Simplicity". Dancing is my true being, it is my sole nature and my soul nature,my only existence.

Q) Your Bollywood films as a Choreographer?
A) Song-Nach Baliye,film- Bunty aur Babli, staring Abhishek Bachchan and Rani Mukerjee.
Song- Chak Dum Dum (Koi Ladki Hai), film- Dil To Pagal Hai,staring-Shahrukh khan,Madhuri Dixit and Karisma Kappor
Song- Kahin Aag Lage,film- Taal ,staring Aishwarya Rai.
Song- BnBrap,film-Bunty aur Babli,staring Amitabh Bachchan.
Song-My Dream Comes True,film-Kisna,staring-Antonio Bernath and Vivek Oberoi.
BY RAJENDRA GANOTRA AND VIJAY SHANKER.

Versatile person - Manoj Tyagi

"I am really happy and proud that my first film as a director MUMBAI SALASA has made it to Cannes. The film was critically appreciated back home last year and I hope that more people will get to see and appreciate the film. It has reinforced my belief in quality, high content cinema and has encouraged me to make more such films in future..."

Profession : Screenplay, Dialogue Writer, Director
EDUCATIONAL Qualifications :
BSc. (Hons) Chemistry from Hindu College, University of Delhi, with First Division in 1989.
Masters in Business Administration from Bharathidasan Institute of Management, Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu with Finance and Marketing as the majors in 1991.

EXPERIENCE OTHER THAN FILMS :
Nearly 10 years of experience in the Corporate world in companies like Xerox, Canon and ABN Amro Bank in Marketing.
Filmography:
Screenplay and Dialogues for Mr. Madhur Bhandarkar’s SATTA, 2003 starring Raveena Tandon, Atul Kulkarni etc….
Screenplay and Dialogues for Mr. Madhur Bhandarkar’s AAN, 2004 starring Shatrughan Sinha, Akshay Kumar etc…
Screenplay for Mr. Sanjiv Puri’s AGNIPANKH, 2004 starring Jimmy Shergil, Sameer Dharmadhikari etc….
Screenplay for Mr. Madhur Bhandarkar’s PAGE 3, 2005 starring Konkona Sen, Boman Irani, Atul Kulkarni etc…
Screenplay for Mr. Prakash Jha’s APAHARAN, 2005 starring Nana Patekar and Ajay Devgan.
Screenplay and Dialogues for Mr. Apurva Lakhia’s EK AJNABEE, 2005 starring Mr.Amitabh Bachchan.
Screenplay and Dialogues for Mr. Madhur Bhandarkar’s CORPORATE, 2006 starring Bipasha Basu and KK Menon.
Screenplay for Mr. Anant Mahadevan's VICTORIA NO. 203, starring Om Puri, Anupam Kher, Jimmy Shergill etc, 2007.
Story Screenplay for Mr. Vikram Bhatt's RED, 2007 starring Aftab Shivadasani and Celina Jaitely.
Story Screenplay for Mr. Vikram Bhatt's LIFE MEIN KABHIE KABHIE, 2007 starring Aftab Shivadasani and Dino Morea etc.
Written and Directed MUMBAI SALSA released in October 2007.
Writing JAIL for Mr Madhur Bhandarkar, in pre-production.
Working on two films to be directed by self in pre-production.

ACHIEVEMENTS
National Award for Best Screenplay for PAGE 3 in 2005.
Filmfare Award for Best Screenplay for PAGE 3 in 2006.
Star Screen Award for Best Screenplay for APAHARAN in 2006.
National Award for Best Screenplay for APAHARAN in 2007.
MUMBAI SALSA screened at Cannes Film Festival, 2008 in the non-competition category.

Manoj Tyagi Address for Communication:

O - 552, 12th Floor, Tarapore Towers New Link Road,

Oshiwara Mumbai – 400 053

Interview with Bobby Vats

In an exclusive interview from the sets of T.V serial "RAVAN", Bobby Vats resident of Versova talks to Rajendra Ganotra and Vijay Shanker about his present and future plans.Bobby vats started his filmy journey from T.V serial "Discovery of India" directed by Shyam Benagal ,did many side roles in films ,many T.V serials and currently he is playing the role of Lord Inder in T.V serial "Ravan" on Zee T.V

Q)Whats motivated you towards acting?
A)I used to do stage shows in all police function since my childhood as my father belonged to the forces and on every police annual day function,I was told to perform.That started my liking towards acting.

Q)Tell us about your first break?
A)My first break came all of sudden when i was studying in 12th standard and came for vacations to Bombay .My elder sis and my brother in law gave me the address of filmcity ,where I went to see shooting.I was roaming there and suddenly ,I saw a line where lot of people were standing and a gentleman came and gave me a piece of paper saying"these are your line". Then I realised that all those people standing there were actors standing there to give audition for discovery of India directed by Shyam benegal.This was in 91 when Discovery of India was coming to the end and few episodes were left.I was auditioned by Lucky Ali, who became a famous singer in the future.I was selected for a small role and got 750 rupees also but now I realise that how lucky I was to be directed by Mr.Shyam benegal.This was the beginning and my family members were thrilled too.After that I went back to my home town only to return in 1994 with a lead role in serial"sab chalta hai ...take it easy" directed by Mr.Anil chaudhary.Intrestingly except me every other actor was a N.S.D ACTOR in the serial like ..Nadira Baber,Anukapoor,Ajit Vachani,Deepak Quazir etc etc but I was the hero of the serial.

Q)Who all have been your inspirations in Bollywood?
A)My inpiration is credited to every bollywood film i watched as a kid and i wanted to be like all the heroes of those times like Anilkapoor,Sunnydeol,Jackie Shroff and of course when I trained myself in theatre my inspiration were Sanjeev kumar,Naseer,Kamal Haasan,Big B and Balraaj sahni.
Q)What is your motto?

A)My motto of growth is"live n learn and you will learn to live"

Q)Your favourite actors?
A)Marlon brando and Jack nickolson.

Q)What is your secret desire?
A)Secret desire to meet fairies in real life.(I am talking about those creatures with wings)

Q)Tell us your first shoot?
A)First day of my shoot.....it was unbelievable the way i was cast in "discovery of India"

Q)What was feelings like when you first faced the camera?
First time in front of camera didnot give me any jitters.


Q)Whats your hobby?
A)I watch a lot of cinema,read,travel and learn varios art forms....I am a brown belt in martial art.
Q)What kind of roles do you prefer?
A)I always do prominent roles.

Q)Tell us something about your present and forth coming projects and your roles in them?
A)Currently you can watch me in a show called Ravana where I play LordIndra
and another show on dd1 in lead role .The show is Kashmakash JINDIGI KI......then a film caled DETECTIVE NANI is slated for release.My motorrola ad film with abhishek is on air too....(I play a cop beating him)

Q)Do you have a dream role you would like to perform?
A)My dream role is to play nearly 15 characters in one film.
Q)Who are your competitors?
A)My competition is with myself only on how I can improve in every area of my life.

Rohan Sequeria -Singer and Performer-Sole Singer with the band Genrex Global Events

Rohan S is a versatile singer, performer who has performed to a plethora of audiences the world over for a variety of events.His USv is his ability to function in a variety of roles as needed at in events.He is also an artist ,co-ordinater,event,technical consultant with abundant experiences in this field.

As a master of ceremonies,Rohan S has worked with several clients in the corporate and global informal scenario. He has been hosting corporate events,ranging from after conferences get to gether,award functions,product launches, agent meets for a number of clients.

His profile as a host also stretches out across a wide spectrum and he has been hosting various parties ranging from birthdays to engagements,sangeets .Every occasion which can be en chanced by a good host for Karaoke events which requires a combination of good hosting as well as singing skills and is among the leading Karaoka hosting in Mumbai.He has also been a Master of Ceremonies for various marriages, functions and also work on themes to make every events function unique and cherished.

Rohan Sequeria
A-3, New Blue diamond, Tank rd, Orlem, Malad west Mumbai.
His contact number is 98202261848,9867261848,

Ayurveda is magic...!

Noted Ayurvedic physicians Dr Pankaj and Smita Naram are travelling around the globe to treat patients suffering from varied ailments. Dr Pankaj specializes in pulse reading and the patients are diagnosed accordingly. In an interview with Vijay Shanker and Rajendra Ganotra, the Narams reveal as to how they were influenced by Ayurveda and the relevance of Ayurveda in today’s contemporary society.

How did you become interested in Ayurveda?
"Several years earlier I had become bald and my weight was 190 pounds with the height of 5.2 inches, today am 130. I was in search of a method to reduce my weight and increase my hair growth. I met my spiritual Ayurvedic master, who taught me the secret art and science of pulse reading and marma, which is the understanding of subtle energy points. And that changed my life. At that time I had lots of time but no hair but today it is reverse, I have lot of hair but no time".

Tell us more about Marma?
"Marma is the secret subtle energy points in the body which take care of your body, mind, emotions and soul. Marma works from three levels, I’ll give you an example. We have many cases in India where small children have tonsils. With simple marma techniques, in two minutes, the tonsils start shrinking and they don’t require an operation. We work with people with slipped discs, people who cannot walk- we get wonderful results with those things. Ever day in India I get around 400 to 500 people. I have a team of around 10 doctors from all over the world. We have a doctor here in America who has been with me in India. His name is Dr Cary Rasof and he is an M.D from Chicago".

What is Ayurveda and how is it different from the western system of medical science?
"Ayurveda is an Indian art and science that was created 6,300 years ago. It is about not only how to manage chronic an acute systems of life like arthritis,osteoporosis,cancer,skin disease, blood pressure,heart conditions, this is one areas in which Ayurda is very good but also it gives you secret recipes. We work with sex instruments that help you to learn how to live 100 years full of energy, enthusiasm and tranquility. It helps you to avoid through the aging process quickly."

How is Ayurveda different from allopathy?
"Ayurveda is the science of nature but allopathy is the combination varied medicines which is man made. Allopathy gives you fast relief as it suppresses the disease which is dangerous as you have many side effects. Ayurveda goes through the root cause of the disease and then treats the patients accordingly. You need lot of patience and time to follow Aurveda but the results are great"

How relevant is Ayurveda today?
"It is very relevant. Ayurveda originated from India but it is more popular in America and other European countries. I have lot of foreign patients coming to me but todays generation has realised the significance of Ayurveda which is quite gratifying for me".

Please tell us more about pulse reading?
"I learnt the technique of pulse reading from a Tibetan monk, Baba Ramdas Swami, who made him vow that he would train others without charging a fee. This is unique technique as I can tell you what is happening in your body and mind. When I learnt this technique my guru was 125 years old and he had manuscripts that were 2,000 years old. My wife Smita is involved more in the research and formulations of Ayushakti products manufactured at our Palghar factory, which uses herbs grown in Ratnagiri and Himalayas. Our success is due to precise pulse reading and careful preparations of medicines. There are 350 different combinations of pulse and takes a three year training to learn’

Could you elaborate on the treatment procedure?
"Through pulse diagnosis the doctor realizes as to what is the problem accordingly through the medium of body massages, medicines, exercices and a strict diet the patients are treated. The patients are provided with accommodation too, until the treatment is completed. At the Malad centre, we also serve meals which are cooked by our staff which is completely health oriented devoid of spices and fats".

Could you narrate any particular instance of cure?
"A German whose name was Bhakti Vaibhav Swami was suffering from a 16 year old prostate infection, after three weeks of treatment he was cured 95 percent. Vaibhav Swami’s indigestion problem too disappeared and his energy and memory levels improved"
For proper health what would you advice?
"Be closer to nature and eat natural products, regular exercises and a positive attitude in life is essential".

Watch Nach Baliye 4 on Saturday November 1@8 pm only on STAR Plus

The temperatures are soaring sky high with every passing week. Balle Balle & Shava Shava are sure to have a tough time ahead as they both gear up for their first elimination of the season . Both the teams have to play their cards very carefully as every move is being closely monitored by the judges and our junta and all depends on the "Nach for life!" With so much at stake, breathtaking performances and backlashes the first elimination episode promises to be yet another entertaining episode on Saturday, November 1@ 8 pm exclusively on STAR Plus.

Rahul Sameera Singh - actor to direction

Although politics runs in his family,youngster Rahul sameera Singh feels that he is made for the world of showbiz.After acting in serials and participating in advertisements,Rahul has now flunged himself in directions.

Rahul says “ The director of a film is like the captain of the ship as he has to control everything.Being the director depends on you on how you shoot a particular scene.With proper direction,if scenes are directed properly that it will have a fine dramatic and cinematic appeal.
Rahul has directed and financed Bhojpuri films but as an actor, he feels that he should act in Hindi films only.Rahul has quite kind enough to give break to many upcoming actors in his films as he feels that every film is made by good actors and not stars.

Rahul has desired of opening his own Acting Academy after he retires from directions. Rahul’s idol is Shaharukh Khan and he feels that he resembles the Super Star.He shares his views about cinema too, says” Cinema is actually a very responsible medium.It can shape the future of a society while questioning the past and altering the present.My choice to an extent was for survival,but more than that I had to give a message to the society.If everyone does their work with precision and honesty,things would be much better today”.