Shaan & Sadhana Sargam spread happiness through the music of adventure jungle film Shortcut Safaari

Singers Shaan & Sadhana Sargam release the music of Children Adventure

Film Shortcut Safari

30^th March 2016; Mumbai: It was indeed a memorable day for the kids of Smile Foundation as popular singers Shaan and Sadhana Sargam launched the music of adventure jungle film Shortcut Safari. The team of this kiddie flick chose to launch the film in an unconventional manner with those special kids from Smile Foundation. The kids from Smile Foundation welcomed everyone by presenting beautiful flowers at the entrance. Post the music launch, a Shortcut Safari theme cake was cut by the stars. Music director Rohit Tiwari, Shikha Singhi Head Films Junglee Music was also present at event. 

Shaan was quoted, “Movies for children are made very rarely these days, Shortcut Safari will provide wholesome entertainment which is a film about Mother Nature. The best part is that the songs have been sung by some very talented kids for the kids.”

Shaan who’s known for his humble & down-to-earth persona sang ‘Piggy Bank’ for the kids. Cricket was the favourite topic for discussion during the event due to T20 World Cup and Shaan surprised everyone by singing the title track of historic movie Jo Jeeta Wahi Sikander.

The music album has 5 different kinds of tracks and offers variety for everyone. Shaan has sung Piggy Bank composed by Rohit Sharma. This is a very peppy number in the film which has been picturized on the kids. Sadhana Sargam & Atreyi Bhattacharya have lent their voices to ‘Ek Dhara Ke Jan Gan’ which has been composed by duo Samir-Mana. ‘Bako Sufu’, ‘Zor Lagaa De’, ‘Dip Dip Dara’ are some of the other tracks which provide spunk to the album.

Three times National Award winner Director Amitabha Singh was seen having a gala time playing with the kids.  Amitabha Singh shared, “I am very delighted to be present here among these kids who are spreading happiness through their innocent smiles.”

Santanu Mishra, Co-Founder & Executive Trustee said, “Films play a very important role towards sensitization and Smile Foundation has been making and associating with films which are creative, innovative with a balance of the right content and the right quality. We are glad to be a part of “Shortcut Safari” and confident that the movie will create a lasting impact in the minds of the audience while conveying the underline message.”

Jimmy Sheirgill starrer Shortcut Safari is all set to release on 29^th April. This adventure film traces the lives of a few school going kids who get lost in a dense forest during their outing. Directed by Amitabha Singh, Shortcut Safari has been screened at various film festivals and applauded a lot for the children's performances. Amitabha Singh has been the DOP on the Oscar nominated The Good Road. Shortcut Safari features Aashi Rawal, Sharvil Patel, Mann Patel, Ugam Khetani, Stuti Dwivedi, Deah Tandon and Hardil Kanabar. Jointly produced by Xebec Films Pvt. Ltd, Kashyap A Shah & Amigos Fin-o-tainment, Shortcut Safari, Shortcut Safari aims to deliver a very effective message to conserve Mother Nature.

About Smile Foundation:

Smile Foundation is a national level development organisation benefitting over 300,000 underprivileged children, their families and the community directly through 158 welfare projects on subjects such as education, healthcare, livelihood, and women empowerment across 25 states of India every year. Adopting a life cycle approach of development, Smile Foundation focuses its interventions on children, their families and the community.

EEMAX GLOBAL AWARDS 2015 UNVEILS A STAR STUDDED LIST OF PERFORMANCES

Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Shaan, Lauren Gottlieb, Shillong Chamber Choir among the spectacular performers

Mumbai, 12^th September, 2015: The industry’s premiere award ceremony to recognize excellence in the events and experiential marketing space in India and globally, EEMAX GLOBAL Awards 2015 has announced an impressive list of performers for its upcoming ceremony. Music maestro Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan will be performing in Mumbai after 4 years, singing superstarShaan, and the dancing sensation Lauren Gottlieb along with the super talented Shillong Chamber Choir are among the list of performances all set to enthrall the audiences. The prestigious conclave and awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on the 19th and 20th September, 2015 at the Taj Lands End, Mumbai.

Speaking about the performances lined-up for the global event, Sabbas Joseph, President, EEMA said, “We have selected some of the finest talent from the entertainment industry to take the stage at EEMAX this year. We are truly delighted to announce the line-up and are sure the EEMAX GLOBAL experience will be one to remember”

Right from classic hits to a string of latest releases from popular films like Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Hero, Hammari Adhuri Kahanni to his credit, the Ustad of Sufi, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan will put the audience in a trance with his soulful Sufi rendition staying true to his style while adding a new twist. Another music star, famous playback singer Shaan is slated to croon signature Bollywood chartbusters and leave audiences wanting more.

Commenting on his performance for the awards, Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan said “My performance at EEMAX GLOBAL Awards will be my very first live act in India after many years.  I will be performing in an absolutely new style and am eagerly looking forward to the audiences’ reaction on the awards night”

Speaking about his performance for EEMAX GLOBAL Conclave, Shaan said “The events industry does some really great and commendable work and I am truly honored on getting a chance to perform for all my friends from the events fraternity at the conclave. It will be a fantastic evening and everyone is sure to have a great time”

Famed for their eclectic performances and beautiful melodies, Shillong Chamber Choir has a magical musical act in store for all those present at the prestigious event. Rising singing star and livewire performer Sandeep Batra will add to the thrill at the post-Awards party.

Not stopping at music, the evening will see a stellar performance by the dancing diva Lauren Gotlieb, a sure-fire crowd-pleaser with her mesmerizing dance moves. India's edgiest comedy collective- AIB who are slated to be honored at the event, will also tickle guests with their tongue-in-cheek sense of humor.

The Event and Entertainment Management Association (EEMA) has instituted EEMAX GLOBAL, the industry’s premiere Award Ceremony to recognize excellence in the event and experiential marketing space. EEMAX Global through the awards ceremony will showcase the best of the globe across entertainment, sports, experiential marketing, social events, weddings, education and CSR. EEMAX GLOBAL Awards would be preceded by the EEMAX Global Conclave on September 19 & 20 at the same venue.

The Event and Entertainment Management Association (EEMA) is an autonomous and non-profit registered body of companies, institutions and professionals operating within the Events and Experiential Marketing industry of India. The Industry has grown exponentially over the last two decades with over 1000 entities operating in this space, in various segments and levels across 100+ cities in India. EEMA is the first and only body of its kind, which seeks to bring together the country’s leading Event Management, Sports Management and Brand Activation companies, MICE and Wedding Planners, Experiential Marketers, Entertainment Professionals, Technicians and Technical rental companies, Artist Management Companies and International counterparts on the same platform. EEMA today is the only national association with a unified voice that leads dialogue within its members and with government, Statutory Bodies, Taxation Authorities, Private and Municipal Licensing Bodies, Corporate Industry, Vendors and Artists. EEMA is setting Industry Standards that guide its members and has prescribed a Code of Conduct for its members and their employees. Over the years, EEMA has also been instrumental in organizing the coming together of industry stakeholders at its annual convention EEMAGINE and has instituted EEMAX Global, the industry’s premier Award Ceremony to recognize excellence in the event and experiential marketing space. Since its incorporation in 2008, EEMA has rapidly grown in membership to include all significant organized players across the length and breadth of the country, and it is estimated that close to 80% of the organized revenue in this space, is represented through EEMA members.