Mumbai: Popular actress Sonam Lamba, recognized for her roles in notable shows including "Sasural Simar Ka 2," "Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya," "Balika Vadhu," and "Diya Aur Baati Hum," is set to take on the lead role in the upcoming show "Jahaan Chaand Rehta Hai," produced by actor Vijayendra Kumeria.

Sonam, enthusiastic about her new venture, shared her thoughts on her character, Kiran. In a candid conversation, she revealed, "Kiran's tale revolves around a small village in Punjab, where she faces the challenges of belonging to a traditional family that restricts educational opportunities for girls."

Sonam elaborated on Kiran's determination and intelligence, stating, "Kiran defies societal norms and secretly educates herself, surpassing even her teachers and the school principal. Her aspirations extend to mastering the English language and harboring dreams of traveling to the moon."

Expressing her desire to create a positive impact on society, Sonam explained, "Through this role, I aim to shed light on the struggles faced by women like Kiran and their resolute spirit to achieve their dreams. This series chronicles her journey, her triumph over obstacles, and her path to becoming an astronaut. Unlike my previous roles as the obedient daughter or daughter-in-law, I am thrilled to portray the character of an ambitious young woman. I have always yearned to be part of a project that carries a significant social message. Our aim is to challenge the prevailing perceptions in regions where opportunities for girls are limited. I am hopeful that our show can spark change."

"Jahaan Chaand Rehta Hai" is scheduled to premiere on August 15, showcasing Kiran's inspiring journey. Sonam, reflecting on the project, shared, "We wrapped up the shooting of this finite series in Punjab around March. Looking ahead, I am excited about exploring new and exhilarating opportunities. I am drawn to roles that test my abilities and offer unique challenges." The show will also feature Vibhuti Thakur, Shresth Kumar, and Rajiv Kumar in pivotal roles, with Raghav Dhir taking on the role of the male lead opposite Sonam.

Sonam Lamba's versatility and dedication to her craft have established her as a prominent figure in the television industry. As she embarks on this empowering journey with "Jahaan Chaand Rehta Hai," viewers can anticipate witnessing her exceptional portrayal of Kiran's inspirational voyage.

The World University of Design (WUD) has once again pushed the boundaries of creativity with the presentation of INTERFACES, an Indo-European exhibition in association with Alliance Française. This unique exhibition celebrates the transformative power of printmaking and brings together renowned artists from India, France, and Belgium. The exhibition is currently on display at Alliance Française de Delhi until July 3rd, 2023.

INTERFACES, a HolzIndia presentation, showcases a diverse range of artworks that highlight the evolution of printmaking in the contemporary art scene. The exhibition features the works of Indian artists such as Ananda Moy Banerji, Anita Das Chakracorty, Dattatraya Apte, Hemavathy Guha, Kanchan Chandar, Moti Zharotia, Prof. Rajan Shripad Fulari, Seema Kohli, Sushanta Guha, Dr. Sushma Yadav, and Prof. V. Nagdas. The exhibition also includes the works of French artist Olivier Deprez and Belgian visual artist Roby Comblain.

To further explore the significance of printmaking in the visual arts, WUD organized a thought-provoking "Panel Discussion on Printmaking – Transformation in New India." The panel discussion featured esteemed artists and printmakers, including Ananda Moy Banerji, Kanchan Chander, Prayag Shukla, Prachi Sahasrabudhe, Seema Kohli, and Prof. Rajan Fulari from WUD. This diverse group of panelists shared their experiences and insights into the evolving landscape of printmaking in India.

The exhibition was inaugurated by Mr. Stephane Alamir, Director of Alliance Française de Delhi, who commended the collaborative effort and the artistic exchange between India and Europe. He emphasized the importance of such platforms in fostering cultural understanding and appreciation.

Prof. Ranjan Shripad Fulari, Dean of the School of Visual Arts at World University of Design, expressed his excitement about the exhibition, stating, "We are honored to put together a platform that touches upon the Printmaking aspect that has evolved over the years and has now rejuvenated into a form that is changing dynamics and dimensions of the Visual Arts scene in India. I am glad to have with me such eminent panelists who have had enriching experiences in India and abroad. There is so much to learn from here!"

Dr. Sanjay Gupta, Vice Chancellor of World University of Design, also shared his views on the collaboration, saying, "This is a prestigious platform for connoisseurs of art and visual arts to align with. It is a pleasure to be here amongst such significant people who have marked their niche in their domain of the creative field. I thank Alliance Française for joining hands with us in this great merger of thoughts across geographies."

INTERFACES not only showcases the artistic excellence of printmakers but also highlights the World University of Design's commitment to breaking traditional educational patterns and providing an academic-oriented approach to design education. With its dedication to fostering creativity and innovation, WUD continues to play a vital role in shaping the design education landscape in India.

Alliance Française de Delhi's Gallery Romain Rolland, known for its focus on contemporary art and cultural events, has once again provided a platform for artistic and cultural exchanges between India and France. By hosting INTERFACES, the gallery strengthens cross-cultural understanding and appreciation in the artistic community.

For more information about the World University of Design, please visit their official website at https://worlduniversityofdesign.ac.in/.

About World University of Design:
World University of Design (WUD) is India's first university dedicated to educating students in the creative domain. Located in Sonipat, Haryana, WUD offers substantiated degrees under the UGC Act and is at the forefront of revolutionizing the education system by providing academic-oriented design education.

About Alliance Française:
Alliance Française de Delhi is a renowned cultural center that promotes artistic and cultural exchanges between India and France. With a focus on contemporary art and cultural events, the gallery showcases the works of emerging and established artists, fostering cross-cultural understanding and appreciation.

Srinagar, Jan 31 : Journalist Nidhi Razdan on Tuesday announced that she has resigned from NDTV. Her resignation comes three days after her colleague Sreenivasan Jain announced his exit from the news channel

After more than 22 years, it is time to move on from NDTV,” she wrote in a tweet. “It has been a wonderful, roller coaster ride but you have to know when to get off. The next couple of weeks are my last. Thank you for the love and support all these years.”

In the latest in a series of resignations at the company after it was taken over by the Adani group. Razdan had worked at NDTV 24×7 for over two decades and in a tweet said that her journey with the channel has been a “roller coaster ride but you have to know when to get off”.

She had briefly left the channel in 2021, and returned in February 2022 to anchor the primetime show ‘No Spin’.

Earlier on January 28, Sreenivasan Jain announced his resignation from NDTV. He has been associated with the news channel since 1995.

Journalist Ravish Kumar and NDTV Group president Suparna Singh are among others who quit. NDTV founders Prannoy Roy and Radhika Roy also left the company’s board in December 2022.

Reports said that there is some disquiet within the channel at the manner in which the recent Hindenberg-Adani story has been covered. The news desk was told to keep off the story for the first three days until it became impossible not to take note of the hammering that Adani group shares were receiving at the stock market. Even then, NDTV’s new editorial management ensured that none of the channel’s popular primetime programmes chose the Hindenburg-Adani issue as a debate topic.

On December 30, the Adani group said it has acquired a 27.26% equity stake in NDTV from the Roys, founders of the news broadcaster. A week before that, the NDTV board also appointed two nominee directors of the richest Asian Gautam Adani-run conglomerate on the board – Sanjay Pugalia and Senthil Sinniah Chengalvarayan.

Adani Group acquired a 29.18% stake in NDTV by buying a company backed by the television network’s founders, Radhika Roy and Prannoy Roy. Thereafter, it made an open offer to acquire an additional 26% from public shareholders.

That open offer found investors willing to sell over 53 lakh shares of NDTV despite the deep discount on the stock’s trading price. The stock tendered translated to an 8.26% shareholding, taking the total interest of Adani Group in NDTV to 37.44% – higher than the 32.26% holding of founders.

New Delhi, Jan 30 (UNI) Disney+ Hotstar on Monday unveiled a sneak peek of a powerful look of Aarya Sareen aka Sushmita Sen, as the shooting begins of ‘Aarya’ season three.

After two successful critically-acclaimed seasons, the much awaited International Emmy-nominated Hotstar Specials’ presents ‘Aarya’ produced by Endemol Shine India and Ram Madhvani Films, is now shooting for its season 3.

From a loving mother to a fearless woman, what’s next in the journey for Aarya?

Sushmita said, “Aarya is synonymous with my name. I have lived as Aarya for two whole seasons and the love received by the audiences has only encouraged me to do more. Walking on the sets of Aarya Season 3 makes me feel at home and gives me a sense of empowerment. I’m grateful to the entire team at Disney+ Hotstar, Ram Madhvani Films and Endemol Shine India for the vision of creating Aarya and taking it to newer heights with every season.”

Ram Madhvani shared, “Getting to and commencing Season 3 of Aarya is too special for me and my team. I'm grateful to our audiences who showered the series with so much love and stayed invested in the journey and evolution of Aarya Sareen. I can promise them they are going to ask for more seasons after this one.”

“I'm equally thankful to the team at Disney+ Hotstar, Endemol Shine India and our entire team at Ram Madhvani Films, especially Co-Producer Amita Madhvani and our Executive Producer Sia Bhuyan. Also, to all our actors especially Sushmita Sen, who makes Aarya so memorable in people’s hearts. From being Emmy nominated for the International Emmys with season 1 to getting so much love and awards for Season 2, it's been a fantastic ride…here’s to a roaring Season 3,” he added.

Rishi Negi, CEO, Endemol Shine India, said, “Endemol Shine India along with Ram Madhvani Films and Disney+ Hotstar is proud to have brought to audiences across the globe, phenomenal female protagonists such as Aarya Sareen. A layered character, Sushmita Sen brings a sensitivity to Aarya,, of a single mother traversing an unorthodox life. Created by Ram Madhvani, this gripping, relevant and hard-hitting, Season 3 will take this story forward with its many characters, multiple fractured relationships, small intimate moments and effective back stories.”

New Delhi, Jan 30 (UNI) Bringing together heartwarming stories of contemporary couples, Producer Bhushan Kumar and the ace director Anurag Basu have finally announced the release date of their most awaited production venture, ‘Metro… In Dino’.

With an ensemble cast of Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta, Pankaj Tripathi, Konkona Sen Sharma, Ali Fazal, and Fatima Sana Shaikh, this anthology will hit theatres on December 8!

Produced by T-Series and Anurag Basu Productions, ‘Metro... In Dino’ depicts stories of bittersweet relationships with a modern day scenario will soon hit the floors. Exploring a diverse yet universal stories of different facets, shades and moods of love, this contemporary tale will have music score by Pritam that will compliment to the mood of the film as well as enhance the experience entirely.

Directed by Anurag Basu, music by Pritam, produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Anurag Basu and Taani Basu the film will release on December 8.