Reliance Entertainment launches BIGFLIX India’s first multi-language HD movie platform, globally

 

 

Anil D. Ambani led Reliance Entertainment's pioneering movie platform, BIGFLIX, is now a global personal blockbuster for Indians in India and audiences across the world. Reliance Entertainment today announced the launch of BIGFLIX in a nine-language, multilingual avatar for India and global markets. With the re-launch, the country’s first video-on-demand brand is back with a contemporary positioning and abigger reach in and outside of India.

 

The new BIGFLIX will have 2000 HD movies in nine Indian languages to start with, including Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Punjabi, Malayalam, Gujarati, Marathi, Bhojpuri and Bengali. The indigenously developed technology of BIGFLIX will deliver a personalised theatre experience to users who can stream and download movies advertisement-free, on any Internet-connected device including personal computers, tablets, smartphones, smart TVs and game consoles.

 

BIGFLIX technology will allow a multi-screen experience to users who will be able to switch devices – smartphone to tablet to television and back – in the middle of a film. The same technology will also allow a clean and smooth film experience.

 

 One user can create 5 ids

 

Said Mr. Shibasish Sarkar, Chief Operating Officer, Reliance Entertainment, “Indians are moving to digital entertainment in a big way with consumption growing on daily basis. Notably, BIGFLIX will fill in the void created by the decline of the home video market by digitally delivering movies.”

With 3.9 million registrations, BIGFLIX is already amongst the leading SVOD (Subscription Video On Demand) provider. It offers video content in categories such as feature films, short films, devotional, and movie trailers.

Mr. Amit Khanduja, CEO, Reliance Entertainment-Digital, said, “Globally the demand for video content has risen steeply, and the digital platform is witnessing a wider audience everywhere, including India. BIGFLIX will provide high quality video content from some of the biggest banners including Dharma, Disney, Viacom, Phantom, Telegu One and Rajshri, among others.”

In its revamped avatar, BIGFLIX will also serve the latent demand of the Indian expatriates across the world. With its multi lingual library of 2000+ HD films, including latest films, BIGFLIX aims to put an end to piracy and poor quality film viewing.

 

 

The sudscription charges are minimal of rs 50 per month , so get set go for non stop fun on the go

Shaze Host Fashion Show with Bulbeer Gandhi ,Neelam Ronit Roy ,Vindoo Dhara Singh as Showstoppers

‘Shaze’hosts a special fashion show, ‘Shaadi&Shehnai’ to showcase their trending Jewellery collection

 

Shaze, the jewellery, fashion and lifestyle accessory brand hosted a special fashion show to showcase their “Go Bold” and “Zircon” jewellery collection at The Club in Mumbai.  The show was an exciting affair for all the fashionistas as it showcased mesmerising statement pieces.

Bulbeer Gandhi, Director ABEC – Lifestyle along with few other socialite friends like Deena VindooDara Singh, NeelamRonit Roy and ShonaliSoni sashayed the ramp in eclectic jewels by Shaze and ensembles by PoojaGoswamy. While Shaze’s statement pieces from ‘Go Bold’ represented confidence their ‘Zircon’ collection comprised chic and dainty pieces.

“Since 17 years, ABEC Exhibitions & Conferences Pvt. Ltd., has been uplifting and reviving the fashion and lifestyle industry through its most successful market places namely Glamour, Glitter and Shagun. It is always a pleasure for us to promote brands who have a like-minded vision, Shaze being the one.  Thuswhen they approached me to be a muse and walk the ramp along with my friends, I thought it was a perfect platform to be associated with. I would like to congratulate Mr. SamratZaveri, MD, Shaze Luxury Retail Pvt. Ltd. on their new collection and for exceeding every fashionista’sexpectations with their statement pieces”shares Bulbeer Gandhi, Director ABEC – Lifestyle.

The evening was a chic and bold affair to remember with an eclectic mix of glamour and style.

 

 

 

Review of the Movie Begum Jaan

Producers: Mukesh Bhatt , Vishesh Bhatt

Director : Srijit Mukherjee

Cast : Vidya Balan , Gauhar Khan , Ila Arun , Pallavi Sharda , Mishti , Flora Saini , Pitobash , Rajit    Kapoor , Ashish Vidyarthi , Vivek Mushran

Overview : The film highlights the big issue that even after independence still India is not independent . Women are not safe and the caste and creed differnces still exist . The film portrays a hope in a form of a song "Woh Subah Kabhi toh aayegi" .

Story Line : The story opens with an incident in New Delhi in the year 2016 , where in a boy and girl travelling by bus at night is harassed by a bunch of hooligans . The story then reels back to pre independence era 70 years back . 70 years back on th eve of independence , with one side announcement of freedom on the other hand announcement of separation of India and Pakistan by British officer Cyril Redcliffe . Redcliffe ordered to build a partition line between India and Pakisan before leaving India .But Unfortunately this line of partition has to cross in between a big House , wherein Begum Jaan is staying with 11 girls who are prostitutes and Begum Jaan (Vidya Balan), is running this brothel  .As Begum Jaans Brothrel falls in the way of partition , she gets a notice from thr government to vacate the place . But Stubborn Begum Jaan refuses to leave and seeks help from the local king (Naseeruddin Shah) , whose patronage over Begum Jaan is the reason for her arrogance .According to Begum Jaan her kotha is home for her and 11 girls and she is the head of that family , she refuses to bend under pressure of INC Leader Hari Prasd (Ashish Vidyarthi ).and Muslim League Leader  Iilyas (Rajit Kapoor ) .They both then resort to vacant the house at any cost , they appoint a local goon who has many people in his team to threaten her , on the other hand the King's inability to protect the brothel anymore , Begum trains her girls to fight for any situation that they need to face . From thereon  begins a roller coaster of action . What happens next is for the audience to watch .

Script Analysis And Director Review : The script is highly melodramatic which gives a negative impact on an otherwise powerful story . The Director fails to recreate the same magic of his own Bengali Film Raj Kahini starring Ritupurna Sengupta . The biggest drawback of the movie is its over melodrama and screeching voices of girls in the brothrel , Though the powerfully captured scene in the movie is wherein Begum Jaan repeatedly slaps  Shabnam  a young girl who has been traumatised and raped and her father has hrown her in the brothrel . Though overall story fails to leave an impact some dialogues are good but the climax of the movie can be too harsh and hard for the audience to watch .

Performances : Vidya Balan is the Power House OF Talent She has given a powerful performance. Her get up and her body language are totally in sync with her character , hookah smoking , , searing at the word go and big eyes like a lioness. Amongst other Gauhar khan , Pitobash , And Pallavi Sharda have managed to create a good impact .Chunky Pandey is super as Kabir the villain .

Final Word : Though the movie is hard hitting and gives a strong message . Watch it only if you like melodrama and Vidya Balan Fan
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Rating :  2.5*/5*

 

Tiger Shroff launches Sony Televison New Kids Channel -Sony Yay

 

Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN) today announced the launch of its much-awaited Kid’s Entertainment Channel – Sony YAY! that will go LIVE on 18^th April 2017. Promising to be the ‘Destination for Unlimited Happiness’ for Kids, the channel has roped in the young cinestar, Tiger Shroff, who has become a phenomenon with kids across the country, as its brand ambassador.

Targeted towards bringing more happiness to kids between 2-14 years of age, Sony YAY! will go LIVE with four original, locally produced, animated shows, a first for any channel in this genre. A first-of-its-kind musical comedy titled Guru Aur Bhole on Mon – Fri at 10am, Sab Jholmaal Hai - A world full of pets that’s nothing short of mischief, mayhem, madness, on Mon – Fri at 9am, a classic tale of venturesome friendship Prince Jai Aur Dumdaar Viru on Mon – Fri at 11am and a unique laugh-out-loud Ghost Comedy Paap-O-Meter on Sat – Sun at 12pm  will form the key programming mix of the channel at the time of launch. The shows promise to bring unlimited laughter and uninterrupted volumes of fun into the lives of our young generation. Each show explores a different genre in comedy and guarantees uniqueness in terms of its characterization and narrative, giving the little ones an experience they have not witnessed so far on their television screens.

 

 

Sony YAY! aims to give children a good laugh and huge doses of unadulterated entertainment in an environment that takes away the boredom and gives them the freedom to be themselves without any worries.

Tiger Shroff, Brand ambassador, Sony YAY!

“I am humbled and forever grateful that my young fans shower me with so much love and this is my small attempt to reciprocate the same.  My association with Sony YAY! aims to bring happiness to all the young ones across the country. I am sure that they will enjoy watching Sony YAY! as much as they enjoy watching my movies. Wishing them non-stop fun and happiness.”

When Tiger was asked about his childhood memory of his favourite game , he said that he used to watch mortal kombat , when he was a kid , that has helped him with his action scences now in the present . He also said that he is highly inspired by spider man which is his favourite character . If he could get  those powers to eradicate all evil from society .

 

Sony YAY! will be available in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu languages across direct-to-home (DTH) and digital cable platforms starting 18^th April 2017 onwards. The channel will be promoted extensively across various channels of Sony Pictures Networks, DTH platforms, coupled with print, a robust digital and social media presence to engage with the young audience at different touch points.

 

 

 

 

 

Kangana Walks The Ramp to Unveil Melange by Lifestyle’s latest collection

 

 

Contemporary ethnic wear brand – Melange by Lifestyle, launched its latest collection with their Brand Ambassador, Bollywood Actress Kangana Ranaut, amidst a fashionable gathering. The latest ‘Rethink Ethnic’ campaign by the brand challenges the conventional and is inspired by Kangana’s fearless, bold and strong individualistic style.

 

Melange by Lifestyle showcased its latest range in an exclusive fashion show, with popular fashion bloggers sashaying down the ramp in the season’s hottest trends. Kangana graced the occasion adorning an eye-catching piece from the collection.

 

 

 Commenting about the association, Mr. Kabir Lumba, Managing Director, Lifestyle International Pvt. Ltd. said, “Lifestyle has come to represent the style sensibilities of modern Indian women whose fashion choices are eclectic and inspired by global trends. The latest collection embraces the bold and individualistic style of our Brand Ambassador Kangana Ranaut, bringing forth some remarkable pieces that can be easily styled with both Indian and western looks.”

 

Kangana Ranaut added, “I am very excited to be associated with Melange by Lifestyle. What makes the brand unique is that it blends Indian aesthetics with modern nuances; much like my sense of fashion. The new collection is bold and has unconventional designs, prints and styles all coming together to add a chic vibe, therefore redefining ethnic-wear. The collection embodies the style and individuality of strong, fierce, independent women”.

Also On This Occasion , when Kangana was asked about her views about the news of Mr Vikas Behl who had been accused by a female  worker from his production house phantom films  for harassment , Actress Kangana Ranaut  refrained from directly commenting on filmmaker Vikas Bahl, but said women should be encouraged to speak up about such issues.

There were reports that Vikas allegedly harassed a female worker of his production house Phantom Films, who then brought the issue to the company’s notice.
Kangana, who has worked with Vikas in the blockbuster “Queen”, said it is a serious issue which requires discussion.

“It is a very serious issue. I can only say that whoever faces a situation like this, it’s very courageous of a woman to come out and speak about it. I say this not regarding to this particular event, because I am not the party involved.

“But generally speaking, women who face this should be encouraged to talk about it by their families, colleagues and they shouldn’t be shamed,” Kangana told reporters here.

Also when the media asked about her contribution in films like simran and queen . She said in these 2 films she has contributed  as an actor and collaborated in script and other aspects as there was a requirement there as per her thinking  whereas she has not contributed in her upcoming movie manikarnika in script or direction as she believes the director and the film did not required her collaboration.

 

 She spoke about leaving a footprint of herself for those who follow her , whether it is fashion or films .

 

Melange by Lifestyle consists of vibrant ensembles that redefine contemporary fusion wear and fulfil the fashion needs of independent, urban females in the 21-28 years age group. The latest range juxtaposes ethnic elements with global trends, and offers stylish looks for various occasions. The casual collection has a chic city vibe with asymmetrical hem details on kurtas and tunics; classy linen pants and lace elements on shrugs. A strong inspiration from Indian handlooms combined with compelling indigo dyes, bring a distinct and free-spirited look to the collection.

 

Presenting Kangana Ranaut’s fans a one-of-a-kind opportunity to sport the look of their favourite star, the collection is now available across all Lifestyle and Melange by Lifestyle stores, and www.lifestylestores.com and is priced between Rs. 899 and Rs. 2999. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nargis Fakhri Launches Her Own App By EscapeX

Nargis Fakhri, launched her new mobile app in collaboration with New York-based tech firm EscapeX. The new trend in Bollywood nowadays is , app launch of celebrities , starting from Sunny leone, Sonam Kapoor , Disha patni , Sanjeev Kapoor and now Nargis Fakhri joins the league .

The new app will enable fans to access Nargis’s social handles (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram), exclusive content and directly interact with her through the in-app social feed. This provides an unparalleled experience for her large fan base, who will enjoy unique & exclusive content from Nargis and a personal view of her life.
The app will provide unique features like push notifications , featured Videos , Superstar posts, contest , superfan badges , a subscription service , and live Broadcast and chat between Nargis and her fans .

During the event, Nargis on a lighter note revealed that through this app, she will also sharing dating tips with her followers  . One such tip she shared with the media ,
She said, “If a guy is taking a girl for a tea or coffee, then I will advise you to please  pay  for her tea or coffee and if you can’t afford to pay for it then bring a tharmas and go for a picnic. I have so many stories from my friends about dating and when they share such incidents with me , and through this app I can share some interesting and funny stories about dating.”
By Creating her own branded app , Nargis hopes to provide key  massive fan base with very interesting content all through the year , a better social and interactive experience ..

Shaina N.C Launches New Personalised Night Wear Studio "Sentina"

Mumbai 9th April :  India’s very first personalised nightwear studio Sentina Dreamwear opened its doors in Goregaon on Sunday offering Mumbaities an opportunity to wear customised designs in night clothes.  The studio, a brainchild of entrepreneur Rupesh Satra, was launched by fashion designer and politician Shaina NC at a glittering function.

 Sentina has aced the personalised nightwear concept with its ‘Made to Wear Dreamwear’ idea. Satra came up with the idea when he realised that Indian markets almost never offer the perfect fits in the right size for women when it comes to nightwear. Most of what is on offer in stores or online are generalised designs that are not made for specific body types. Sentina’s eclectic team comprises of designers who sketch out the thoughts of customers on paper and then convert them into reality. The result: bespoke nightwear that is exquisite, comes in a perfect fit and is a dream come true! 

Sentina is India’s first personalised nightwear studio conceptualised by entrepreneur Rupesh Satra. In a market where mundane designs in regular sizes are ubiquitous, Sentina brings out the fresh idea of ‘Made to Wear Dreamwear’ promising to turn into reality the dreams of
several women who look for comfortable night clothes in the right fit. Sentina’s designers work in close tandem with customers to create outfits that suit their body types and help them feel relaxed. For all the women who have looked at flaunting international designs in the desired fabric and size, Sentina can be their go-to place

Speaking about the concept, Satra said, “When I conceptualised Sentina, I wanted to offer an experience that was unmatched. I had spent a lot of time with retailers and at malls and had seen that women are almost never happy with what is on offer in the nightwear section. They always have to compromise in either the size or the design because there is no personalisation. Sentina is all about nightwear that is every customer’s dream.”

With Sentina, Satra and his team have strived to offer an unparalleled experience of superior quality—be it the space, designers, personalisation or value additions for buyers. This is a studio that spells refined elegance and tasteful glamour, bringing the best of nightwear designs to Mumbai. 
Said Satra, “Sentina also gives customers the opportunity to turn designers themselves because they can speak their mind out and we will give them a piece just like what they have imagined. For those who have seen particular designs on blogs or in movies or even in international brands, Sentina promises to give them designs they wish for.”
The Price Range for Night Wear Begins at Rs 4000 to 30,000 as per individuals taste

They  also customise evening wear gowns

 

Review Of Hindi Movie Blue Mountains

Producer  : Raujesh Kumar Jain

Director : Suman Ganguli

Cast : Ranvir Shorey , Gracy Singh , Rajpal Yadav , Yatharth Rathnum


Overview : The Movie reflects the reality of aftermaths of teenagers who participate in singing reality shows but who loose out from these shows

Story Line : The story begins with four teenagers who are friends and are living in  small town  Himachal Pradesh  and they like cycling in the blue mountains . A singing Relity show from Mumbai announces its audition in their town . From the four friends , one of them had given his name for audition but at the last moment he gets nervous and unable to face th judges . He convinces his friend Som Mehra to give audition in his place . ,. Som Mehra ( Yatharth Ratnum ) , Gets by luck and chance gets selected in the audition . Som's mother who herself was a professional singer , but had given up her career for her husband , is overwhelmed to hear this news . She develops a hope and is determined that whatever she could not achieve in her career , her son will fulfil her dreams . But her husbnd (Ranveer Shorey ) , is upset as he thinks that singing is not a stabilised career option and his studies will be affected .  But som's mother is determined , She trains Som in classical Music and also appoints a professional to groom somin dancing and performing skills . In Mumbai Som performs very well in all stages of competition , but at th last stage , he gets distracted and loses his grip on his voice . He is eliminated from the competition . He returns to his home town , totally depressed and frustrated . He locks himself up in his room and refuses to go to school , He snaps at his friends and family as he makes a mind set that he is a loser . Everyone tries to help him come out of his depression with no results . Then one day The Milk Man (Rajpal Yadav) , tells him that there is Music everywhere  in our surroundings . He tells him to learn music from our surrounding and take failure in his stride and move on . Will he be able to come out of his depression is for the audience to watch

Script Analysis & Director Review : The subject of the script is good but the filmmaker is unable to handle this subject in a right way .The subject of teenage depression is sensitive in todays time as such cases are on the rise  parental pressure pushes teenagers to take part in competitions and parents expect  them to win , But when they lose the competition , most of them go into depression . The director has focused on depression partly but is unable to focus that winning and losing is a part of the game but participating in competition is important more than winning or losing .

Performances : Gracy Singh and Ranveer Shorey is average , Yatharth as Som has done a good job as a depressed teenager .

Final Words : Watch it once mostly  for locations only

Rating : 1.5*/5*

 

Tamanna Bhatia and Rana Daggubati walking the ramp for Bollywoo’s six designers curated fashion show for Baahubali 2

The stunning Tamanna Bhatia and ravishing Rana Daggubati will be gracing the ramp of the Bollywoo.ooo curated fashion show for Baahubali 2: The Conclusion.

Tamanna Bhatia, lead actress of the film, is in a unique avatar in the film. Accompanied by Rana Daggubati, with a striking physique, will be seen in an equally captivating appearance in Baahubali 2 : The Conclusion.

The collection to be showcased on the fashion show, is designed by the six very renowned designers Mrinalini Gupta, Yogesh Chaudhary, Anupama Dayal, Saurabh Kant Shrivastav, Sailex and Aparijita Toor.

The collection will be available from the 10^th of April, exclusively on BollyWoo.ooo and Pernia Pop up portal.
 

Meri Pyaari Bindu Teaser is A Randevous of Samosa and Chutney

The Latest offering By YRF Films is Meri Pyaari Bindu  Starring Ayushmann Khurana and Parineeti Chopra . The Movie is Directed by Akshay Roy And Produced by Maneesh Sharma . The Marketing Team at YRF Films will present the teaser in a unique and innovative way by relasing the teaser in five  Chapters , The first Chapter was released today following the other four consequently .

The first chapter, shows Bindu (Parineeti Chopra )  and Abhi (Ayushmann Khurana )  as childhood friends and will bring a smile to your face.
Bonding over samosa and chutney, little Abhi has his first encounter with little Bindu and instantly falls in love with her, bringing oodles of ‘aww’ on-screen

 Their friendship  which begins by bonding over  Samosa And Chutney ,  further on depicts their journey of friendship from  chilhhood to adulthood . Their bonding is of 30 years of friendship , which will be depicted in five chapters .

Parineeti Chopra has also sung song in this film , speaking on this launch parineeti was excited and said that she could get a better  platform than this film to launch herself as singer .

Whereas Ayushmann Khurana who is a trained singer has to play the role of a non singer which was challenging for him as he had to act as non singer in front of parineeti .

Overall the movie has some great music and set up in Kolkatta depicting beautifully Kolkatta Culture and Locales .

There is fancy dialogue of Ayushmann which says Pyaar Karna toh Har koi sikhta hai lekin pyaar ko kaise bhulna koi naki sikhata hai . This Dailogue will definitely touch everyones heart .

Stay Tuned in for more

The movie releases 12th May 2017

 

Celebrity Chef Sanjeev Kapoor Launches His Mobile App

MUMBAI: Celebrity chef, entrepreneur writer and television personality, Sanjeev Kapoor, announced the release of his new mobile app in collaboration with New York-based tech firm EscapeX. The new app will enable fans to access the Chef’s social handles (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) and directly interact with him through the in-app social feed. This provides an unparalleled experience for his large fan base, who will enjoy unique & exclusive content from Sanjeev Kapoor and a personal view of his life....

The App will provide unique features like push notifications, Featured Videos,Superstar Post , Contests, Superfan Badges, A subscription Service , Live Broadcast of Cook outs , and live chat between Kapoor and his fans .

Sanjeev Kapoor has been a pioneer in the Indian culinary field and has been awarded the Padma Shri, the fourth highest Civilian award in the Republic of India.
 

“We are absolutely thrilled to collaborate with Chef Sanjeev Kapoor on his latest endeavor.Sanjeev Kapoor is a legend and a pioneerand we are glad to be a part of his next level of engagement with his fans & followers” Said EscapeX CEO, Sephi Shapira.
 

An exciting, patented feature will transform how fans interact with Sanjeev by giving them the option to boost their or their peers’ comments to increase visibility and actually be seen by the star himself. By turning recognition into virtual currency, the entire fan base can trade their earned or purchased in-app currency to promote themselves and others to the top of the comments feed and become Top Fans. This one of a kind tool also increases fan-2-fan engagement, while giving users a true sense of community.

For Stars like Sanjeev Kapoor, this kind of independent digital route and the ability to build a community on his own platform which has a global reach offers a major advantage. Being completely free for fans, the app will display the same targeted advertising content users see on Facebook, Twitter and Google, with revenue going to the person who produces the content that drives people to these apps and websites in the first place.

 

 

 

 

An artist-owned app garners the star a greater slice of ad revenue, while also scooping up data on the content fans like most and enables the direct sale of all sorts of merchandise. By creating his own branded app, Sanjeev Kapoor hopes to provide his massive fan base with a better social experience and a very interactive experience.

 

” It is my responsibility to make sure that my fans and users live a healthy tasty life. Through this App I can engage with them and understand their needs better to help them live a fitter life.” Says Sanjeev Kapoor.

 

 

Star Cosmetics Launch By Asha Tai And Pandhari Jukar

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Mumbai , March 28,2017 Saw the launch of Star Cosmetics at Playboy Club , Worli .

The Cosmetic Company was Launched by Guest Like Pandhari Jukar, Vikram Gaikwad, Dr-Nayak, Asha Hariharan an Bharat Dabholkar,

A complete range of cosmetics were launched ranging from lipsticks , to foundations, Eye Make up new and innovative colours were launched all products with new colour shades and long lasting .
And created in association with Dr Nayak who is a Dermologist

The Lipsticks were launched in semi matte and matte finish .

All this was followed by a grand fashion show .

 

6Degree Designer’s Preview At Multi-Designer Store Jhelum

Mumbai, March 2017  : 6Degree a leading fashion talent and tech startup that provides opportunities for fashion professionals to showcase their talent across the globe has joined hands with Jhelum a multi-designer store where 5 designer had their collection preview on Wednesday, 29^th March 2016.

 

The event aimed  at bringing different design sensibilities on one platform. A conglomerate of designers including Vidhi Wadhwani, Nandini Barvua, Sashi Vangapalli, Fahd Khatri, Raamz & Chandrika Raamz who recently showcased at Lakme Fashion Week S|R is what one must look forward to.

 

The collections were bright , ranging casuals to party and wedding receptions , fabrics ranging from cotton to goergettes . Mens collection range from fresh  summer and new colours . The main attraction of this preview was some of the collections had variants ways of wearing the same outfit.

 

Some snaps of the desingers are as follows :

 

 

1. Chandrika & Raamz 

   

   
   
2. Fahad Khatri

   

   
   
3. Nandani Bharua

   

   
   
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Vidhi Wadhwani

Sashi Vangapali

 

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1. Check Out the Collection At The Store Address is :
2. Store Address: Zhelum – Shop No.7, Kamla Spaces, Santacruz (West), Mumbai