EID MUBARAK!!

Festivals add Colour to our otherwise routine lives. Festivities are moments of Togetherness and Joy that we share with our loved ones. Alike us, our favourite Actors of the Television World are also enthusiastic about their festivals and eagerly wait all year round to celebrate it in the best possible way irrespective of their busy schedule and hectic life style.

On the Eve of Eid, Rangmunch.TV brings to you the celebration mood of some  of the well known faces on Imagine TV.

Aasiya Kazi aka Kastur of Dharampatni: “Bakri Eid for me is a family festival. This day has a great significance in my life. I remember being with my cousins and friends the entire day. Eid reminds me of my lavish meals and loads of shopping. On this day I will be shooting but I look forward to spending a part of my day with family. I wish all my fans a very Happy Eid.”

Juhi Aslam aka Bharati of Baba Aiso Var Dhoondo: “I have always spent my Eids with my family. This time is no different. On this day, we do not make any goat sacrifices; instead, we donate grains and clothes to the orphans. I remember carrying on this ritual as a kid. I will be spending my Eid with my family. I wish all my viewers a very Happy Eid”

Nausheen Ali Sardar aka Santosh of Beend Banoongaa Ghodi Chadhunga: “My Eids are always about friends and family. On Bakri Eid I invite my entire family, close friends for a nice non-vegetarian meal, and have a great time. When I was in school I remember getting Eidi even on Bakri Eid. My first expensive watch was from this Eidi and it is one of my priciest possession till date. I wish all my fans and viewers a very Happy Eid.”

Jannat Zubair Rahmani aka Isha of Haar Jeet: “I love Bakri Eid as there is a feast at my home where my mother makes yummy home cooked Biryani. We also have a lot of relatives who come home to wish us on this day. I love celebrating Eid as I get to do loads of shopping. I hope there is no shoot on Eid so that I can enjoy this day to the fullest.”

Rangmunch.TV too, wishes all its Readers EID MUBARAK!

Edited by:
Swati Ghosh
Rangmunch.TV

Naman Shaw in Imagine’s Beend Banonga Ghodi Chadunga!

The show Beend Banonga Ghodi Chadunga is all set to heat up the chemistry between the most loved couple Jai and Sarika in a new twist. The show marks the entry of Naman Shaw as the new face of ‘Jai Poddar’. Naman would be seen on Imagine TV beginning November 2011.

Naman Shaw has earlier acted in ‘Rakt Sambandh’ on Imagine TV, where he portrayed the character of Niraaj. 

Speaking about his entry Naman Shaw mentioned: “I am very happy and fortunate to get such a meaty role, I have followed the show for long and I am sure I will be able to justify the role of ‘Jai Poddar’ in my own unique way. I have been associated with Imagine TV earlier and know the working and expectations of the role. I hope the audiences love me as ‘Jai’ and support my character” 

Beend Banonga Ghodi Chadunga is all set to enthrall its audiences with fresh chemistry between the lead pairs and their life ahead. 

Watch Beend Banonga Ghodi Chadunga every Monday to Thursday 9.00 pm

Edited by:

Swati Ghosh

Rangmunch.TV 

I, Me, Myself! - Harshad Chopra

We are back again this week, with our I, Me, Myself! A segment where your favourite actors look into their psyche and answer some questions that they haven't perhaps asked themselves as well in a while !!! The star we have picked this time is Harshad Chopra, your Mohan Gala from Dharampatni on Imagine TV, who answered the questions spontaneously as he felt that's when he gives in his best ! Over to Harshad... 

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   Rangmunch.TV: What is that you need to change about yourself?

   
   

   Harshad: I think I am very hard on myself. I follow a very strict discipline 

   when it comes to me and myself. May be if there is one thing that I need to 

   change it could be that.

   
   

   
   

   Rangmunch.TV: Do you crib and complain?

   
   

   Harshad: No, I don’t complain much.

   
   
   
   
   Rangmunch.TV: Do you take risks?

   
   
   Harshad: What seems like a risk to others has fortunately not been a risk in

   my case. Risks have always worked in my favour. So I don’t know, if it 

   counts as taking risks since, when you want to do something badly following 

   the path you want and doing it becomes easier.

   
   

   
   

   Rangmunch.TV: Do you thank people enough?

   
   

   Harshad: Yes, I do.
   
   
   
   
   Rangmunch.TV: What is the craziest thing you want to do?

   
   

   Harshad: I can’t tell you what is the craziest thing I want to do, but I can 

   tell you what's the craziest thing I have done so far, (continues after a 

   slight pause and says) I stole something and the person is still unaware.
   
   

   
   
   Rangmunch.TV: Who has had the greatest impact on your life?

   
   

   Harshad: Somewhere at the back of my mind I always knew I wanted to 

   be an actor. And a lot of people have impacted me, but if I can think of one 

   name it would be Salman Khan. I look upto him as my Mentor.

   
   

   
   

   Rangmunch.TV: Do you procrastinate (postpone things for the future)?

   
   

   Harshad: Well more than often (laughs). Infact there was a time when due 

   to the work timings, my bill payments use to keep getting delayed, be it my 

   mobile bill, the internet bill but thanks to technology and online bill 

   payments which has made life so much more simpler and easy for people 

   like us. 

   
   
   
   
   Rangmunch.TV: Do you let other people’s negativity effect you?

   
   

   Harshad: No, instead I have heard most people say, that I end up lifting 

   their moods up and turning them into positive souls (laughs).
   
   

   
   
   Rangmunch.TV: Do you smile more than you frown?

   
   

   Harshad: Well as you can see for yourself, I do smile more than I frown.

   (smiles wide)
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   Rangmunch.TV: Do you take time out for yourself?

   
   

   Harshad: To be honest I am a workaholic and when I am not shooting I like 

   to stay home. I am not a party animal and hence you will not see me 

   attending too many parties. After my pack up, I go back home and spend the 

   remaining hours with myself. I love working out and I owe that time to 

   myself. 

   
   
   
   
   Rangmunch.TV: Do you forgive yourself easily?

   
   
   Harshad: No, I am very hard on myself and self-discipline is most important 

   to me.

   
   
   
   
   Rangmunch.TV: Do you listen to your heart?

   
   

   Harshad: Since more than often I am unable to know the difference between 

   what my heart says and what my head does, I don’t know how to answer 

   this question best.

   
   

   
   

   Rangmunch.TV: Do you read enough?

   
   

   Harshad: (laughs and says) I only read my scripts.

   
   

   
   

   Rangmunch.TV: One thing you are grateful for in life.

   
   

   Harshad: Everything!! I am grateful for everything that life has bestowed 

   upon me.

   
   

   
   

   Do you feel you know Harshad better after this read ? Do let us know what 

   you thought about this particular interview!

   
   

   
   

   Interviewed and Edited by,

   
   

   Niharika Vidya Sagar &

   Swati Ghosh

   Rangmunch.TV

Shaadi ki Shehnaiyaan !!!

Your favourite jodi Mohan & Kastur from Dharampatni to embark on a beautiful journey together as man & wife!!

Naach Gaana, Mehendi, Sangeet, Doli, Baraat, & Band Baajaa…be a part of the wedding revelry of Mohan & Kastur starting 3^rd October 2011 only on Imagine TV. Like every girl, Kastur wishes that the biggest day of her life is as perfect as it can be. We had already mentioned earlier that the celebrations will have renowned TV personalities Mahi Vij and Jay Bhanushali , Karan Wahi and Mouni Roy and dance icons Dharmesh and Vrushali from Dance India Dance, performing at the sangeet & mehendi cermonies to up the glamour quotient which will culminate into a traditional Gujarati wedding ceremony. The Viewers will get to witness an hour long Special Sangeet Ceremony and shake a leg to some popular bollywood songs. We had also talked about a dance competition that will take place between Mohan and Kastur’s family, but that’s not all. There will also be a fashion show to decide who amongst them is the Superior side.

Speaking on the wedding festivities in Dharampatni, Saurabh Tewari, Head of Programming - Fiction at Imagine TV said, “The marriage between Mohan and Kastur is an integral part of this show. The concept of ‘Dharampatni’ is based on the vital role of a woman, in every man’s life; hence, this wedding is indicative of a turning point in both – Mohan and Kastur’s - life. We have also touched upon the fact that, in India, it is never a marriage of two people, but the unison of two families.”   

Mohan and Kastur wed in traditional Gujarati rituals considering the fire as witness, Kastur legally becomes the ‘Dharampatni’ of Mohan. While the Families prepare for a weeklong celebration to bring in the joyous day, it would be interesting to watch what happens next. Would Mohan trust the holy matrimonial bond Or would Kastur’s life change for the better or worst is yet to be seen.

Watch the flamboyant Mohan and the grounded girl Kastur take the plunge into matrimony on Imagine TV’s  ‘Dharampatni’ Monday to Thursday at 9.30p.m.

Edited by:

Swati Ghosh
Rangmunch.TV

Must Watch Shows - Dharampatni

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The Viewers will get to witness Mohan & Kastur's Sangeet Ceremony in the forth coming episode of Dharampatni that will be aired on 3rd October.

While Mohan's mother and the viewers are still trying to comprehend Mohan's sudden change of heart, he is determined about getting married to Kastur. Except for Mohan's mother, his entire family always desired this alliance, and hence they are not only happy with Mohan's decision but are also ensuring that they leave no stone un-turned as far as the wedding celebrations are concerned.

The Makers of the show have geared up for a Star-studded Sangeet Ceremony. We have come to know that known faces from the Television Industry like Mahi Vij, Jay Bhanushali and Karan Wahi will be performing in this episode. 

There is also going to be a Dance Competition between Kastur and Mohan's family which will be judged by none other than Dharmesh Yelande and Vrushali Chavan of Dance India Dance fame. If sources are to be believed, then both Dharmesh and Vrushali will also be performing on the famous dance number "Chamak Challo" from the movie Ra-One.

However, amidst all the glitz and glamour, will the darker side of Mohan get revealed to both the families? 

To know how the story unfolds & to enjoy the grand celebration of Mohan and Kastur's Sangeet Ceremony, do tune into Imagine TV on 3rd of October to watch a Dhamakedar episode of "Dharampatni".

Swati Ghosh

Rangmunch.TV

Child's work or Child's Play?:Food For Thought

It was in college that I had read about the micro-economic theory of utility which talks about decision making with regards to the choices you make for better a life style. Basically from what I remember and what my professor had explained, the gist of the theory goes on to explain how parents spend money on children as a means of investment, and hence their education and their other needs, with the belief and presumption that they will take care of them later on in life and repay it  . Before you sleep off, let me get into why I have picked up this heavy dosed discussion today. 

This theory however doesnt go down too well with our Indian sensibilities where, we have been told from time immemorial that the only love in the world that's unconditional is that of parents and children. But what if, instead of the parents it is the children who become their source of earnings? Sounds in-human isnt it? Well, it does the way it has been presented atleast! But is it that bad? Think about it?

I was browsing through Channels when this particular Promo on Imagine TV  of their upcoming show Haar-Jeet caught my attention. Do take a look at it for yourself.

Did that stir something in you? Well, it did to me when I watched it for the first time. We have watched Balika Vadhu, Kashi, Devi and various other such shows where little kids play lead protagonists before the older ones take over. But what stayed with me after seeing this promo, was the message that the makers were trying to convey through the show. 


This show atleast for now seems to be tackling issues like exploitation, greed, attraction towards sheen and glamour and hopefully the need for education that possibly would be dealt with during the course of the show. With a striking title like Haar-Jeet, the promo atleast speaks of the irony of losing out so much in the name of gaining short-term fame.

What happens when children become a means of your livelihood? Its good to recognise and encourage talent and tap someone young, but what happens when you become so greedy that you forget you are holding a child at ransom? 

What happens to these little children after the show comes to an end? I agree education is not the be all and end all of one's life. In todays times, where there are a million options, education, the need for schooling,tutoring and  mentoring has also become another choice you could make. But isn't there a reason why we are sent to school. Isn't that where we meet other people of our age, kind and type? Don't you get yelled at when you make a mistake? Don't you get graded when you perform well? Would TRPS of a show give you the same lessons? Would an older actor wanting to make it on his own, not force a little child to compete with him/her forcing her/him to become a part of the mad rat race? 

I wouldnt say, this is the only place where this could happen, it holds true for all those jobs of young domestic help, pani puri waala, paper waala as well as the little kids who are sent out to beg on the roads or even young boys and girls that are involved in sports and other activities. I am not here to make a moral argument! But the question I want to ask is, if the idea of the promo is to send a message across and to prove a point that this is wrong, is there no other way of showing it than using kids again to depict the same? 

Is TV viewing also meant to educate audience or is it merely a mode of entertainment? I throw the discussion open to you all. All feedback, positive and negative are most welcome!!!

Niharika Vidya Sagar

Rangmunch.TV