Sonu Niigaam - Awards Ceremony & Closing Night Gala

September 26, 2009
Venue: Hotel Sorella CITYCENTRE & Norris
Conference Centers
Red Oak Ballroom
800 West Sam Houston Parkway North, Building #9,
Houston, TX 77024
Town & Country Lane at Memorial Drive and Beltway 8

Contact: John Tsacrios -Tel: 713.977.7830 ext. 100
john.tsacrios@medisend.org
Burton Wolfe & Lawrence Wong - Tel: 281.239.8139
worldwidestage@gmail.com

Jury Awards - Best Feature
Best Documentary - Best Short
Audience Choice Awards - Special Tribute Award

Guests List for Closing Night Gala
Sonu Nigaam, Singer, Performer & Super Star
A.R. Rahman, Music Composer, Director & Singer – 2009 Oscar Winner
Gulzar, Director, Writer & Lyricist – 2009 Oscar Winner
Deepti Naval, Actress, Photographer, Writer & Director
Mohammad Iqbal Khan, Actor & Television Super Star
Megan Mylan, Director & Producer for the documentary
Film ‘Smile Pinki’ – 2009 Oscar Winner

Below: Photo's (1) Hotel Sorella City
Centre & Norris Conference Centers Red Oak Ballroom
Photo (2) Sonu Niigaam & AR Rehman

Sonu Niigaam Sings ‘Jai Hind’ this Independence Day!

IDEA Cellular a leading telecom operator has initiated a national movement titled 2mins for our Nation’ to bring together the citizens of the country

Two minutes for the Nation
DEA Cellular a leading telecom operator has initiated a national movement titled 2mins for our Nation’ to bring together the citizens of the country on the occasion of Independence Day, and the upcoming National Flag Day – A tribute to the Nation!
This Independence Day, IDEA invites all Indians to unite and proudly say “Jai Hind”, through a vibrant digital portal and the company’s website As part of this initiative, visitors can register themselves and their friends and relatives for this nation building exercise. People can visit the website and submit names and mobile numbers of those who they wish to say ‘Jai Hind’ to. The registered users will then receive a call on the Independence Day playing the soul touching composition ‘Jai Hind’ in the voices of some of the legends of Indian music including Pandit Jasraj, Pandit Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Pandit Zakir Hussain, Sonu Nigam, Javed Akhtar, Yesu Das, Jagjit Singh, Alka Yagnik, Shankar Mahadevan to name a few. The music played on the phone call on 15th August will be a one minute rendition of the “Jai Hind” song composed by Indian Music Academy in association with IDEA Cellular. The full version of the song can be played online, and downloaded from the website.
Through this initiative, IDEA has made an attempt to unite Indians in a single voice, virtually, through the mobile phone. The initiative being flagged off on the occasion of Independence Day on August 15th will continue until the National Flag Day on August 31st. Users who register on or after 15th August will receive the call any day between 15th to 30th, and a repeat on August 31st.

A tribute from Aap Ka Vijay : Singers : Pandit Jasraj, Sonuji, Eashwari Pandit, Alka Yagnik, Chitra, Shankar,, Jaspindar Nirula & Shaarang Dev

Song - Vaishnava Janato

Sonu Niigaam Sings In 'Main Aur Mrs Khanna'

Great news !! Sonu niigaam has sung a huge song
In this Salman Khan's biggie ''Main Aur Mrs Khanna'
Directed by debutante Prem Soni, the film, which revolves around the
theme of Extramarital affair, is a joint production of Sohail Khan Productions and
UTV SpotBoy
Pre-production work began in mid-2007 when actors Salman Khan
Priyanka Chopra were signed on to essay the lead roles in the film
However Priyanka later opted out of the film due to date problems and the
Director was in talks with actresses Preity Zinta and Ayesha Takia
Sources have indicated that Shahrukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra and
Deepika Padukone Will be making guest appearances in the film
Whereas Preity Zinta will be appearing in an item
Filmed in the outskirts of Mumbai & later continued shooting in
Melbourne & Australia where a pivotal scene was shot at the Sydney Airport
The film has now been completed !!
Directed by Prem Soni - Produced by Sohail Khan & Ronnie Screwvala
Starring Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor. Sohail Khan, Govinda & Bappi Lahiri
Music by Sajid Wajid
Release date : October 16, 2009 Music releasing all over soon !!





Aap Ka Vijay 14 - 08 - 09

Explosion - Oracle Arena Aug 8th 2009 - Sonu Niigaam, Sunidhi & Hard Kaur Rock

OAKLAND, Calif. — “Are you ready for some masti?” Sonu Niigaam shouted during his concert at the Oracle Arena Aug. 8. The audience roared in response, swept up in the rhythms of “Explosion 2009,” a nonstop blast of high energy Hindi film music, rap, bhangra and Indi-pop.

Niigam and his costars, Sunidhi Chauhan and Hard Kaur, put on a scorching show that offered up some old favorites — such as Niigaam’s trademark Rafi tribute songs and Chauhan’s fiery “Bidi” — and surprised with novelties like Hard Kaur’s dynamic raps and even a jaw-dropping Michael Jackson impersonation from Niigam, complete with moon walk.

The show kicked off at 9 p.m. with an introduction from emcee Raviraj and a brief performance by vocalist Ayub Khan, and came to life as Chauhan’s voice drifted in from offstage, building anticipation for what was to come. The young singer burst onto the stage with the animated “Hai aag yeh” and “Main saat samundar,” dressed in tight black jeans, a form-fitting black blouse and suede boots. Chauhan, like Niigaam, has been performing onstage since she was a child, and her onstage persona was breezy and confident as she boldly hit every high note with full-throated zeal.

Prowling the stage like a lioness, Chauhan cranked up the energy on songs like “Crazy kiya re,” “Dance pe chance” and the irresistible “My desi girl.”

Niigaam started his portion of the show with a long, challenging alaap marked by intimate, sinuous tones, his tenor voice sliding lightly up and down the scales as drums thundered behind him. His first song wasn’t one of his top hits — “Soniyo” from “Raaz 2” — but it set the right mood as he segued into faster material (“Aaja soniye”) and back again to the gentler strains of A.R. Rahman’s “Saathiya.” “Salaam-e-ishq” and “Om Shanti Om’s” “Main agar kahoon” were also highlights, and though Niigaam seemed at times distracted by sound problems with his earpiece monitor, it didn’t keep him from singing perfectly in tune and connecting earnestly with his audience.

Niigaam indulged the crowd’s love of old songs with “Bachna ae haseeno” and “Mere sapnon ki rani,” as well as a moving medley of Mohammed Rafi songs that included the powerful “O duniya ke rakhwale.”

Hard Kaur’s brazen blast of hip-hop was charmingly offset by a sweet grin. Accompanied by the show’s crack team of dancers, Kaur — India’s first female rapper — is a hit-maker who has appeared on the soundtracks to “Singh Is Kinng,” “Kismat Konnection” and “Ugli aur Pagli.”

She grinned nonstop as she and the dancers, in matching velour tracksuits or gold sequined hoodies, performed to the pounding beats of “Mr. Hero,” “Move your body” and “Ek glassi,” later whipping off her jacket to show off a large winged-dragon tattoo.

Saluting the Punjabis, Gujaratis and Pakistanis, Kaur laughed and said, “Don’t be segregating — South Asians in the house!”

After guest artist Gunjan sang a Pussycat Dolls version of “Jai ho,” Chauhan returned for a version of “Jhoom barabar jhoom” and “Bidi,” and Niigaam came back onstage to invite the audience to sing along to his “Kabhi alvida naa kehna.”

But the biggest surprise of the evening came when Niigaam sat by himself on a plain wooden box and beat out a pulse that morphed into the opening rhythms of Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean.”

Niigaam usually does impersonations of other Hindi singers at his live shows, but this time the audience was dazzled by the vocalist’s bold performance — purely Indian, but respectful of Jackson, and purely original.

Chauhan and Niigaam joined forces for a memorable, understated performance of “Mere haath mein” from “Fanaa.”

To close the show, organizers Deepak Mehta and Mannu Mehta of Mehta Entertainment, and national promoter Rocky Kaushal, joined the artists onstage, and the Mehtas announced the launch of Deepak Mehta’s new lifestyle magazine.

The show was preceded by the Global Bhangra Competition 2009, presented by Mehta Entertainment and Atwal Entertainment. The Bay Area Bhangra Club of San Jose took the top prize, followed by two Canadian troupes, PCBCA of Abbotsford, British Columbia, and Shan-e-Punjab of Surrey, B.C.

“Explosion 2009” will appear Aug. 16 at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. For more information, visit www.superentertainmentinc.com or call (310) 829-2985.

By BY LISA TSERING
indiawest.com
http://www.indiawest.com/readmore.aspx?id=1384&sid=5#

Dil Bole Hadippa - Music Now Released All Over !!

Starring Rani Mukerji, Shahid Kapoor
Anupam Kher, Rakhi Sawant, Sherlyn Chopra In pivotal roles

Produced by Aditya Chopra under the Yash Raj Films banner
Directed by Anurag Singh
Music by Pritam & Julius Packiam

Tracks & Singers:
1 Gym Shim - Julius Packiam
2 Bhangra Bistar - Alisha Chinoy, Sunidhi Chauhan & Hard Kaur
3 Ishq Hi Hai Rab - Sonu Niigaam & Shreya Ghosal
4 Discowale Khisko Remix - Master Saleem
5 Discowale Khisko - K K & Sunidhi Chauhan
6 Hadippa Remix - Mika Singh & Sunidhi Chauhan
7 Hadippa - Mika Singh

Sonu Niigaam Live In Concert 2009 - Posters

Sonu Niigaam Bay Area Radio Interview

Sonu Niigaam Bay Area Radio Interview
Source: www.youtube.com
Interview Date: July 26, 2009

Behind The Scenes With Sonu Niigaam

A must watch for all Sonu Niigaam fans !!

Part 1
Part 2

Part 3

Part 4

Sonu Niigaam Sings For 'Abhay'

Challenging star Darshan Tugudeep stars in this movie
Abhay been shot in Mysore, Bangalore, Bangkok and Switzerland
Aarti Thakur, who was Mrs. India World in 2006, is acting alongside
Darshan in the movie.
The movie Abhay has been directed by Mahesh Babu
Janardhan Maharshi has penned story screenplay and dialogues
Ramesh Babu has cranked camera, Jayant Kaikini has written the lyrics
while Harikrishna scored music for the movie.

Abhay has been produced by Babu Reddy under the banner Niteen Production Darshan, Aarti Thakur, Pradeep Ravuth, Om Prakash Rao
Salim Baig and Aryaman are in the casts
Sonu Niigaam has sung one fantastic song in the movie
The music is now released & available to buy

1) Yakko Yeno - Sonu Niigaam


Aap Ka Vijay 10 - 08 - 09

Sonu Niigaam Sings For 'Januma Janumadallu'

Nenapirali Premkumar is back with his new movie
'Januma Janumadallu' after a long gap, his last movie was 'Honganasu'
The direction is by Dinesh Babu. Produced by Ramesh Yadav
Music is by the magical Manomurthy
Which is the most important factor of this movie
Januma Janumadallu stars Premkumar & Andritha
Bubbly Andritha is the herion
Hope Prem gets his long wanting Success at least with this movie
The audio has now been officially released

1) Maleya Haniyelli - Sonu Niigaam & Jayanth


2) Athi Aparupa - Sonu Niigaam & Kaviraj


Aap Ka Vijay 10 - 08 -09

Music Now Released - Manasaare

Movie Manasaare 2009

Starring Diganth, Andrita Ray
Music Mano Murthy Lyrics: Jayanth Kaikini, Yograj Bhat
Director Yograj Bhat Producer Rockline Venkatesh
Music now available On Aditya Music

1) Ello Maleyaagideyandu - Sonu Niigaam
2) Onde Ninna - Sonu Niigaam

Sonu Niigaam Disappointed with AirTran’s Attitude

LA Sonu Niigaam Show Now Aug. 16 Due to Flight Cancellation

LOS ANGELES — At the other end of the airline cancellation story, members of Explosion 2009 spent some harrowing hours at the Philadelphia airport.

An exhausted Sonu Niigaam recounted their travails to India-West late afternoon Aug. 2 from his hotel in Philadelphia.

After their Atlantic City, New Jersey, show ended at midnight, the troupe left around 2:30 a.m. for the hour-long drive to Philadelphia airport. They were to catch a 6.a.m. flight to Los Angeles where they were scheduled to perform the show in the evening. Little did they know they were not going anywhere that day.

They were informed at the airport that their flight was canceled. Niigaam said he was disappointed by AirTran’s attitude and service, lack of cooperation and failure to put them on an alternate flight after canceling their original one. “They have no clue about customer service…It was very pathetic,” he told India-West.

“We were at the airport from 3:45 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. (EST) just trying to figure out how to get there…keeping some hope,” Niigaam said. But nothing worked out. “We were so tired, stranded at the airport (for hours) without any rest,” he added.

However, he expressed confidence in Super Entertainment’s ability to handle the situation in Los Angeles.

Niigaam spent some time in Los Angeles prior to the tour and said he had met many important music industry people here who were going to attend the show. “Many of them had not seen a Bollywood show and were looking forward to this concert. Why did this have to happen to the LA show?” he questioned.

But he took a philosophical approach to the postponement and said, “One has to surrender to God’s will. There must be a bigger purpose in this… it teaches us patience and tolerance even though we feel like complaining,” he told India-West.

Niigaam, one of Bollywood’s top playback singers, has a large fan following in the United States. He has given several concert tours here and last performed in Los Angeles two years ago with Asha Bhonsle in a show titled “The Incredibles.”

Niigaam said performing in Los Angeles is a unique experience because the audience here is more artistic and have “Hollywood color” in them. He said he has found that when he urges the audience to sing with him, the Los Angeles fans actually sing close to his pitch and key! “When the audience understands what you are doing, the graph of that show rises to a different level,” he told India-West.

Niigaam said that many of the segments he performs in Explosion 2009 have thrilled audiences that have already seen the show. But he won’t reveal details because he wants them to come as a surprise to those who have yet to see it. “I think there is some different kind of energy and ecstasy that’s happening on this tour,” he added.




By PREETI CHANDAN
indiawest.com

Explosion In Atlantic City

Popular Bollywood singers Sonu Niigaam and Sunidhi Chauhan as well as British-Indian rapper Hard Kaur set the stage on fire with their electrifying performances at Trump Taj Mahal Arena in Atlantic City, Bhargavi Kulkarni reports

Singers Sonu Niigaam and Sunidhi Chauhan as well as British-Indian rapper Hard Kaur enthralled audiences with electrifying performances.

Organized by Bharat Jotwani and Victor Khubani, the show was held in the packed-to-capacity arena of the famous casino near the Boardwalk.

"Trump Taj Mahal arena provided the perfect setting for this explosive sold-out concert of 5,306 attendees," Jotwani told Desi Talk. "People traveled for many hours from all over the Northeast area to attend this mind-boggling four-hour explosion."

Jotwani, who has organized many star-driven shows in the last two decades, said only a few singers can draw an audience of more than 5,000 in the tri-state area. "We called the show Explosion 2009 because of the musical star power it has," he said.

Chauhan, the first performer of the evening, began with "Chaliya" from the film "Tashan."

Dressed in a black tank top and jeans, she went on to sing her most popular songs - "Crazy Kiya Re" ("Dhoom 2"), "Desi Girl" ("Dostana"), "Dekh Le" ("Munna Bhai M.B.B.S."), "Dance Pe Chance" ("Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi"), and "Sajna Ve Sajna" ("Chameli").

The 26-year-old singer indulged fans with some dance moves, too. Pausing once in a while to prod the audience to sing along with her, she professed her love to her screaming fans. "I am so honored to be here," she said. "You are one of the best audience I have ever seen."

Next on stage was Niigaam, who was dressed in jeans, a black shirt and a silver jacket. He opened with "In Lamho Ke Daman Mein" ("Jodhaa Akbar") before moving on to "Tanhayee" ("Dil Chahta Hai"), "Kal Ho Na Ho" ("Kal Ho Na Ho"), "Saathiya" ("Saathiya"), "Tenu Leke" ("Salaam-e-Ishq'), "Main Agar Kahoon" ("Om Shanti Om") and "Hum Hai Rahi Pyar Ke, Phir Milenge" ("Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi").

No Sonu Niigaam show is complete without a tribute to his idol, Mohammad Rafi. Niigaam sang some evergreen Rafi numbers like "Yaad Na Jaye Bite Dinon Ki," "Sau Saal Pehle,"
"Badan Pe Sitare," and "Maang Ke Saath Tumhara."

Niigaam has recently entered into a partnership with media and software company Cinsay Inc. to market his music to Western audiences.

Hard Kaur sang her popular songs "Move Your Body" ("Johnny Gaddar"), "Agg Lage Aaj Kal De Fashion Nu" ("Haal-e-Dil"), "Glassy" "Bombay Deewana" and "Main Talli" ("Ugly Aur Pagli").

Kaur, who has now become a household name, rose to popularity as a participant in Sony Television's "Jhalak Dikhla Jaa."

She is touring with her choreographer Savio, who is also one of the background dancers.

The second half of the show once again saw heart-racing performances from Chauhan, who opened with her rendition of Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You."

Niigaam started his second set with a tribute to Michael Jackson.
He sang "Billie Jean" and moon walked across the stage while the crowd begged for more.

"The world has lost one of the most entertaining and popular rock star," he said.

The show ended with Niigaam inviting all the performers, dancers and organizers on stage and introducing them amid applause and encores.

Flight Cancelled, Sonu’s Niigaam's Show Forced to Reschedule

LOS ANGELES, CA - Just as Sonu Niigaam, Sunidhi Chauhan and Hard Kaur fans were getting prepared for the drive to the Shrine Auditorium on August 2, came the news that the much anticipated “ Explosion 2009” had been postponed because the group would not be arriving in town in time because of a flight cancellation.

Manoj Kaytee of Super Entertainment informed India Journal that on the morning of the show Air Trans informed them that the flight had been dropped and they were doing all they could to move the members of the group on different airlines. However all their efforts came to naught and the organizers were left with no option but to call off the show.

Reacting rapidly to the crises the presenters of the event got to work on two fronts, the first to inform fans of the unfortunate cancellation of the show and secondly to reschedule the concert. Fortunately, they were able to rebook both the show and the Shrine on August 16. A group got busy calling ticket holders through phone numbers obtained from checks and credit card records, another scoured the various outlets to stop the sale of any remaining tickets and to inform customers of the cancellation and revised date by distributing flyers which included a letter from the airline absolving the group or the organizers of any responsibility for the scrapping of “Explosion 2009” and that it had to cancel the flight from Philadelphia to Los Angeles due to unavoidable reasons.

India Journal spoke to Niigaam in Philadelphia. He explained that on August 1 they had performed in Atlantic City, and the show had ended at the midnight hour. They had packed and rushed to Philadelphia immediately as the flight to the Southland was scheduled for 6.am the following morning. At 4 am they were informed the flight had been cancelled because of a “crew” issue and Air Trans was trying to get the group out on various airlines, a move which subsequently failed as they could not get sufficient seats. The scramble to get to L.A. continued way into the afternoon but by then the skies over Philadelphia had turned grey and not even the option of a charter remained and reluctantly the show had to be rescheduled.

The incident has only reaffirmed Sonu Niigaam’s total disillusionment with the American airline industry. Disappointed he is, but not down. Niigaam has a philosophical strain flowing through him and he said “there is an Almighty who decided the show was not to be today and is should happen on the 16th. What is beyond our control, we should surrender to and move on.” But if the already 4 sold out shows are any indication, he promised his fans in L.A. they are in for a real treat .

If nothing else, the unfortunate scrubbing of the mega event brings to light the extremely complicated and complex operational issues promoters and organizers have to deal with in arranging these ‘touch and go’ schedules. It would come as a surprise to many that this group comprises 45 members and it is no cake walk to reschedule these many passengers on a long coast to coast haul in a matter of hours. The logistics involved itself is astonishing and as much as they tried , the task to keep the show on proved to be a totally impossible which lead to the cancellation.

Needless to say , they have lost a bundle in terms of hall charges and staffing fees etc , but are determined to make good their promise to their loyal customers that “Explosion 2009” will be a spectacle they will never forget. The Shrine is now scheduled to “Explode” on August 16.

By K.B.NAIR

Sonu Niigaam's Massive Top Ten Hitz !!

1 Suraj Hua Maddham (The Sun Dims into Twilight) from Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Ghum (Sometimes Laughter, Sometimes Sorrow) is my all-time favorite filmi song, which makes it my favorite Sonu Nigam song too. The haunting melody, violins, flutes, dholak and the most complex instrument of all, the ethereal human voices of Sonu and Alka Yagnik make this love ballad simply exquisite. The soulful words of a first love picturized on Shah Rukh Khan (Rahul) and Kajol (Anjali) as they confess their love for one another and imagine what their lives would be like if they were to get married is truly amazing. “This is a beautiful moment, everything is changing. The dreams, which are spilling over into reality. I kept waiting; the earth began to move. This heart lurched, my breath stopped. Is this my very first love? The ocean thirsted; the night awoke. In the heart of the flame, fire sparked to life.”

2 Saathiya from Saathiya (Beloved) it’s easy to see why Sonu won Filmfare’s Best Male Playback Award for this song. Picturized on lovers Viveik Oberoi (Aditya) and Rani Mukherji (Suhani), Sonu’s soothing and sexy voice sends shivers up one’s
spine. “Laugh again for me, softly; give me another beautiful laugh. Lying on the lawn like freshly fallen leaves, you are seven shades of spring, all rolled up in one fashion: the rain, the clouds, it's all from you. Keep laughing, season to season; keep laughing softly.”

3 Do Pal Rukha(Two Moments) from Veer Zaara is about the few moments that two lovers can actually call their love story, as their circumstances don’t allow them to be together. Sonu sings the sad duet with Lata Mangeshkar, which is picturized on Shah Rukh Khan (Veer) and Preity Zinta (Zaara). Here are some of the heartfelt lyrics. “Was that you, or was it a scent on the breeze? Was that you, or was there color bursting in all four directions? Was that you, or was it some light on the road? Was that you, or was it a song echoing in the atmosphere? Did I find you, or did I find my destination? Was that you, or was it simply a moment touched by magic?”

3 Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna from Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (Never Say Goodbye) is sung by Sonu and Alka Yagnik and picturized on Shah Rukh Khan (Dev) and Rani Mukherji (Maya). A sad and touching number, it begins with a soft piano overture. Sonu croons, “You and I know that our paths are separating. You'll live in my memories even after you're gone. Seasons come and go but the season of pain doesn't change. A mist of fragrances stays for one moment and then how they get lost in the wind. Beautiful moments, after they pass often seem like a mere dream. We could meet again sometime. You should never say goodbye. Never say goodbye.” Alka joins in and together, along with the melody, unite to form an intoxicating combination.

5 Sau Dard (A Hundred Pains) from Jaan-E-Mann (Love of My Life) is sung by Sonu and Suzanne. Sonu has outdone himself in this brilliant, beautiful yet sad song. Suzanne adds sensuality and an operatic element to her rendition. Lyrically, musically and rendition wise it is a mind-blowing poetic piece that will silence the audiences when the film reaches the theaters on October 20th. This heart-wrenching song, picturized on Salman (Suhaan) and Preity Zinta (Piya) tells of an exasperated lover showing remorse for his lost love. “A hundred pains, a hundred cures for the pain. I got it all my love, I just didn't get you. Feels like the wind has stopped blowing and like a dried up leaf on the streets of the city, I am flying around all alone. A hundred roads, but yours is missing. Let the water flow. Let time stand still. If the river has made a turn, let the shore bear it. A hundred yearnings but am not sad over you. Alone, alone, he is alone. He is alone. Walk alone, walk alone

6 Kal Ho Na Ho from Kal Ho Na Ho (Filmfare and National Awards for Best Male Playback Singer) brings tears to your eyes when you’ve seen the movie. Sonu sings Shahrukh’s (Aman) part with such passion as he says, “At every moment, life is changing its shape. Sometimes life is shadow; sometimes it is sunlight. Live each moment of it to the fullest, for the opportunity may or may not be here tomorrow. A person who loves you wholeheartedly is not easy to find. One who will do so is the loveliest miracle of all, for such beneficence may or may not be here tomorrow. Live each moment of it to the fullest, for the opportunity may or may not be here tomorrow. When someone comes to you in love, gather up the courage of your maddened heart; it will keep on pounding. But consider what this moment is: a story which may or may not continue tomorrow.”

7 Khamoshiya Gungunane Lagi (Silence has begun to hum) from One 2 Ka 4 is sung by Sonu and Lata Mangeshkar and is picturized on Shah Rukh Khan (Arun) and Juhi Chawla (Geeta). Feelings between the two friends are being to be realized and they begin to express them to each other. “Silence has begun to hum. Solitude has begun to smile. The wind whispers, it has secretly told me express the state of your heart, don't hide it from your lover. Hearing this, my eyes have begun to shy away. Whose dream has awakened within my eyes? A new life is starting with my very breath. Someone's call is being whispered by the winds. Talk of someone is hidden in my lips. Day and night, in my eyes, a shadow has begun to waver.”

8 Pal, Pal Har Pal Every Moment)from Lage Raho Munnabhai (Never Say Die Munnabhai) is a melodious, romantic piece by Sonu and Shreya Ghoshal, which has a soft, soothing effect on the listener. They sing this sweet and simple tune to the sounds of piano and guitar, making it perfect candlelight dinner music. It is picturized on Sanjay Dutt (Munnabhai) and Vidya Balan (Jhanvi). “Every moment...how will moments [between us] pass in our hearts? There is...some turbulance, some uncertainty. Oh my co-traveller/partner, I am afraid (I wish that) this night doesn't pass and morning never come; that our whole lives shrink to this moment. If you are with me then the journey...feels like a beautiful home. Iif you are with me then this sky...feels like protective shadow.”

9 Pyar Ki Ek Kahani from Krrish is also sung in the flawless and fluid voices of Sonu and Shreya and is picturized on Hrithik (Krrish) and Priyanka (Priya). It tells a simple story about a boy and a girl who have found love in each other. “Once there was a boy and a crazy girl. She started laughing and he laughed too; neither understood what was happening. What should have been left unsaid, was spoken. What should have remained unheard, was heard.”

10 Tanhayee Loneliness)from Dil Chahta Hai (The heart yearns) is picturized on Aamir Khan (Akash). The song requires Sonu to deliver high-pitched vocals yet still depict a sense of loneliness, which he accomplishes with excellence. The instrumentals are cleverly interwoven throughout. “How I stumbled on the path of the heart. All my dreams broken, all my happiness gone to sleep, my life lost. In the love I had for you I found only a punishment: Loneliness, loneliness, a vast expanse of loneliness. How many tears it has brought to my lashes? Why, when I hoped so hard, was that hope useless?”

Sonu Niigaam Sings In YRF's 'Dil Bole Hadippa'

Dil Bole Hadippa (formely titled Hadippa) is a forthcoming 2009 Bollywood film
is a romantic comedy set in Punjab which brings together for the first time
Rani Mukherjee and Shahid Kapoor. It is the story of a girl who has to
Become a man to fulfil her dreams
Its the story of Veera Kaur (Rani Mukerji) who belongs to a village where girls don't Play cricket. In order to fulfill her dreams, she puts on a turban and beard and Becomes "Veer Pratap Singh". Her brilliance on the field earns her a place in
Rohan's (Shahid Kapoor) team

The versatile Rani, having played several demanding
Roles over the years now takes on the challenging role of a sardar who
Though from a small village, dreams in 70mm in this full-on musical
Romantic comedy entertainer based in Punjab
Mike Stringer, who was responsible for all the disguises in Dhoom 2
Was specially flown in from London to design her look for the film
The costumes have been designed by Manish Malhotra
Dil Bole Hadippa has also been selected for the esteemed
Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2009 and will be presented
In the prestigious Gala Presentations section of the festival as a World Premiere
The film is slated for a release on September 18, 2009

Starring Rani Mukerji, Shahid Kapoor
Anupam Kher, Rakhi Sawant, Sherlyn Chopra In pivotal roles

Produced by Aditya Chopra under the Yash Raj Films banner
Directed by Anurag Singh
Music by Pritam & Julius Packiam

Ishq Hi Hai Rab
Singers: Shreya Ghosal & Sonu Niigaam
Lyricist: Jaideep Sahni

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Aap Ka Vijay 04 - 08 - 09

Sonu Niigam won't meet sister on Rakhi

Bhai se pyaar nahin jataya, toh Rakhi kya manaya, feels sister Neekita Nigam.
Lekin, she ain’t that lucky. Neekita Nigam

After having missed her broher Sonu Nigam on his birthday recently
Neekita will not be with him on Raksha Bandhan too
As Sonu’s away to the US on a tour. Par, bhai star singer
Hai to yeh sab toh hoga hi na? And is he sending across a gift?
“He’s a beautiful soul and that’s my gift.”

Source: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/4856546.cms

Sonu Niigaam At Home On Raakhi With Sisters

Sonu Niigaam Wows Chicago !!

Sonu Niigaam's concert tour made a stop at the Rosemont Theatre in Chicago this past weekend and I was one of the lucky people in the front row for this sold out show. I wanted to give our readers an inside look at Sonu's 2009 US tour. It was Sonu's birthday the night before and everyone was celebrating.

Sonu Niigaam has put together an impressive line up on this tour. He's an icon and he decided to share his stage with some young, edgy talent. Sunidhi Chauhan performed before Sonu's first set. She wore red and gold in her Indo-western style and got everyone into the show.

Sonu then came on for his first of two sets of the night. He looked stylish in jeans, a silver tie and a black jacket. The crowd roared and he went into his classic Bollywood hits. He sang Soniyo, from "Raaz," followed by "Aaja Soniye" from the film, "Mujhse Shaadi Karogi".

Hard Kaur followed wearing a green hoodie over her gold sleeveless top. She pleased everyone in the audience when she sang, "Ek Glassy." Well, almost everyone.

Sonu Niigaam with Anita ChatterjeeHard Kaur is touring with her partner from "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa ," Savio. He is on stage with her as one of her backup dancers.
Next was Gunjan who sang the Pussycat Dolls version of "Jai Ho."
Sonu then followed with his second set.

Sonu is an international icon and you feel it in his performance.
He started his second set with a tribute to Michael Jackson.
He sang Billie Jean and moon walked across the stage while the crowd begged for more. Sonu was reflective of the iconic images before him tonight.
Along with Michael Jackson, he mentioned Mohammed Rafi, a Bollywood playback singer who died 29 years ago this same weekend.
Sonu then sang his classics including Dekha Yeh.

The night ended with Sonu introducing all the artists while they shared the stage. It was riveting to see this young, exciting show with so much life and energy all in one place.

After the concert, I paid a visit to Sonu backstage. Fans swarmed him asking for pictures, wishing him a happy birthday and just wanting to appreciate and be near him. He was humble, taking pictures and truly appreciating all the love and support.

Bollywood tends to love actors and it's good to see Sonu receive this attention as a musician. Sonu Niigaam has created an original, stylish show with some edge.
This tour is history being made --- if you are lucky enough to go see the show or have ever seen Sonu live, share your experience with us !!

Source: www.desihits.com / Anita Chatterjee
(Photo 2:Sonu Niigaam With Anita Chatterjee)

Pen Potrait Of Sonu Niigaam

Some years ago in faridabad
On this very day
A boy named sonu,joined the world
And decided he would stay

His parents first he said hello!
In nineteen seventy three
A year of freedom ,music change
This suited him just free

He weighed just over seven pounds
And soon grew into a boy
Filled with talent and with mischief
With jokes ,laughs and joy

His family moved to delhi town
When he was still lad
At J.D Tytler school in rajendra nagar
He truly had a ball n bat

Yes sonuji was a lovely lad
Who became a versatile singer
And became a wonderful man
His wits,his charm and love of life
Make everyone a fan

He is true and loyal to his friends
Who have seen him through it all
From college to contiki trips
Parties ,music and thrill

At work he is a stand out too
His ethic is second to none
If u need a hand, he’s the guy to ask
He’ll always get it done

His confidence and character
Made him magnet in the crowd
Give him some nodes and songs
And get ready to be wowed

That sweet side also shows itself
With sonu’s love for his fans
First vijay, shyama and many more were loved
Hope on any day
Shreya and other may be set.

Sonuji you lived for thirty six years
Of happy ,healthy and fun
And everyday I wake up thrilled
That for me you are the one

And so today let's celebrate
the plces you've come from
All while looking forward to
The fantastic time to come

Written By Shreya Srivastava

All rights Reserved @ Copyright@ Shreya Srivastava

Radio City - India's First FM Radio Brand

Radio City 91.1FM is India's first FM radio brand. Promoted by Music Broadcast Private Limited (MBPL), the private FM network has captured the hearts of millions of listeners across 20 FM stations in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Pune, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Vadodara, Surat, Sholapur, Nagpur, Sangli, Coimbatore, Vizag, Ahmednagar, Akola, Nanded and Jalgaon.
Taking the lead to offer a distinctive listening experience, Radio City 91.1FM's differentiated music offers listeners melodious Adult Contemporary (AC) music along with a vibrant outlook, 'Whatte Fun'. It now brings a unique and uniform brand experience, in line with the vision of creating a national brand. From a broad base, Radio City has fine-tuned the core-target audience through focused segmentation to SEC AB. Radio City offers listeners a bouquet of exciting, path breaking programmes for the first time on Indian radio uniquely positioning it to deliver an unmatched radio experience.
Backed by an expert talent pool across functions, Radio City is characterized by exciting shows that give it unmatched popular appeal. A history of innovative programming, friendly radio jockeys and fresh music uniquely position Radio City to cater to the mass premium audience across India's most important cities.

Radio City's range of innovative and popular shows cut across audiences. The medley of songs, contests, talk shows, events, humour and gossip delivered by a hugely popular team of radio jockeys have revived and revolutionised radio-listening habits across all our markets. The programming at Radio City is strategically planned to uplift the mood of its listeners. Our programming is backed by extensive research and we deliver content that is tinged with the local flavour. We have always catered to our audience's demands. Radio City has its content tailored to fit the wants and needs of the local audiences and speaks the language of the people. This combined with its music expertise and creativity provides for compelling content.
Since its inception, Radio City has used every opportunity to innovate with the category and build stronger involvement and listenership. Playing truly popular music, in the language of the people, Radio City programming has also had the distinction of successfully pioneering many path breaking programmes on radio like Musical-e-Azam, RC Live, Remix Raja, Life Ki Dhun with Sonu Niigaam, the simulcast of Sonys Indian Idol 2, Shaam-e-Ghazal with Roop Kumar Rathod and Maan Na Maan Superstar Tera Mehmaan. Radio City has given radio a new dimension with the concept of 'Celebrity RJ' starting with Life Ki Dhun with Sonu Nigaam. Hottest chart busters, humorous Babbar Sher, rip-roaring mimicry, gripping fiction, interactive game shows, professional counselling, children's programming and the best of Bollywood celebrity interviews, you hear it first and better only on Radio City!



Radio City with its 20 stations reaches out to the SEC AB audience which largely comprises the advertiser's consuming class. As solution providers to advertisers, Radio City invests in understanding the advertiser's imperatives and product propositions. The idea is to design a highly customized offering to optimally convey the USP of the advertiser's product offering to the FM brand's discerning listeners while presenting to them choicest infotainment.
Radio City broadcasts round-the-clock using state of the art digital stereo FM for unmatched quality in signal strength, clarity and brilliance. Radio City has always been abreast with the latest in technology. Radio City has world class studio facilities across markets. From state of the art equipment in studios to skilled technical expertise, we constantly look at upgrading our facilities which is why we have an MPLS network which allows better networking and data access across our stations. Additionally, Radio City has also implemented SAP to optimize national operations.
A sustained focus on understanding listeners and leveraging the synergies of music expertise and innovative programming, allows Radio City to deliver a unique listening experience and be an integral part of the lives of listeners. Aggressively looking at spreading the Radio City experience across the country, Radio City 91.1FM is committed to growing the market and creating superlative content quality audiences nationwide.

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