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Om Shanti Om

November 8

Director: Farah Khan

Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, Arjun Rampal, Kirron Kher, Shreyas Talpade, Bindu, plus a whole host of stars from today and the yesteryears!

This is a story of ‘Om’ and ‘Shanti’.
His film started in 1977 and ended in 2007.
He was a junior artist in the 70’s. She was a Superstar of the 70’s.
He was her biggest fan. She was his biggest inspiration.

Om Shanti Om

Screening at:

Auckland

Skycity Cinemas in Manukau, Queen Street, Westgate
Berkeley Cinemas, Botany Downs
Capitol Cinema

Wellington

Reading Cinemas, Courtenay Place
Skycity Cinemas, Lower Hutt

Visit the official website of OSO

Saawariya

November 8

Director: Sanjay Leela Bhansali

Starring: Ranbir Kapoor, Sonam Kapoor, Salman Khan and Rani Mukherjee

MEANING OF SAAWARIYA

Saawariya means " beloved." But he’s not just any beloved. He’s the dusky, blue tinged (savla) God Krishna who is adored as Saawariya. On a more sublime note, Saawariya is the beloved who is always in love. But not every lover can qualify as Saawariya. Only the lover who stands the test of time…who overcomes all obstacles…who doesn’t care whether he gets the girl or not…as long as he’s consumed by love…as long as he remains in a perpetual state of " being in love … "

That man, that rare lover, is Saawariya.

STORY

"Saawariya" is a timeless story of two young star-crossed lovers whose passions almost consume their will to the brink of self-destruction. In this eternal tale of an ode to romance, stand two lonely souls whose childlike innocence and candour only obscures their inner turmoil, anger, anxiety and desperate wait for love.

An artist, a free spirit, an idealist and dreamer, Raj, is certain that he has found his ultimate dream when he arrives at a quaint picturesque town. A place surrounded by mountains, shrouded in mist and enveloped in beauty, mythical enough to be a painter’s vision or a poet’s memory. However, destiny paints a different picture for Raj…
One silent bright and starry night, he spots a mysterious girl draped in black, standing alone at a bridge.

This chance encounter introduces him to Sakina, a shy and quiet, melancholic and enigmatic girl who continues to intrigue him. Thus follows the beginning of a new friendship, where Raj with his most charming ways and an undying spirit tries to win Sakina’s heart.
Raj is unable to accept her haunting past and their friendship pulls him into a whirlwind of desire, madness and romance.

Through Raj and Sakina’s journey together, we are reminded of the fragility of the human heart. In the couple’s anguish and test of faith, is revealed the power of unconditional love through a thousand layers of tumultuous emotions.

Saawariya

Screening at:

Auckland

Skycity Cinemas in Manukau, Queen Street, Westgate
Hoyts Sylvia Park

Hamilton

Village Skycity Cinemas

Wellington

Embassy Theatre

Please note: Saawariya will screen at Hoyts, Manners Mall from Nov. 15

Visit the official website of Saawariya, www.saawariyafilm.com

Preview of
Om Shanti Om

November 9

Be the first to see one the most highly anticipated films of the year...or better yet see the most highly anticipated 'body' of the year!

Saggi Motion Pictures in association with Global Village Unlimited bring to you the opportunity to be one of the first to see

Om Shanti Om

Directed by the award winning director/choreographer: Farah Khan

Starring: Shah Rukh Khan (King Khan, or the newly crowned 'Body'), Deepika Padukone, Arjun Rampal, Kirron Kher, Shreyas Talpade, Bindu and a whole host of stars from today and the yesteryears brought together for your entertainment

Book it now!

Thursday November 8 at the Reading Cinema, Wellington at 7pm.

Tickets are only $20 per person and are available through Ticketek

Think Bollywood - Think colours. The hit duo of 'Main Hoon Na' are back - bigger and better than ever!

Upcoming Attractions on Vision Asia

November is locked and loaded to entertain with new serials on Zee TV, hot movies on Star Plus and the best of reality television on SET Asia. If you're not a Vision Asia subscriber, now is the time to start regretting it.

Click here to see what you could be missing out on.

Indian Ink Theatre presents

a double explosion of

The Candlestickmaker

Discover black holes and the formula for happiness in a tribute to Nobel Prize winning astrophysicist, Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar. A young NZ Indian student, Lonely Planet guidebook in hand, sets off to discover India and finds himself trapped in the gravity of a collapsing household. Help is at hand from a one eyed uncle, a 300 year old cook and a duck. A play that reveals the mysteries of the universe and the value of a good red fish curry.

Krishnan's Dairy

Gobi and Zina Krishnan have come to New Zealand in search of a better life. They work hard and keep their dreams stacked on the shelves of their struggling business – Krishnan's Dairy. A love story unfolds behind the counter with hilarious and tragic consequences for the hopeful, vulnerable lives of this immigrant shopkeeper and his wife; you'll never look at your dairy the same way again.

Hamilton: Clarence St Theatre
October 25 – November 3

The Candlestickmaker October 25,26 & 27

Krishnan's Dairy November 1,2 & 3

All performances at 8pm

Ticketdirect 07 838 1111or www.ticketdirect.co.nz

Tauranga: Baycourt Theatre
November 14 – 17

Krishnan's Dairy November 14,15

The Candlestickmaker November 16,17

All performances at 8pm

Ticketedirect 07 577 7188 or www.ticketdirect.co.nz

New Plymouth: TSB Showplace
November 21 – 24

Krishnan's Dairy November 21,22

The Candlestickmaker November 23,24

All performances at 8pm

Ticketek 06 759 0021 or www.ticketek.co.nz

All performances at 8pm

Napier: Municipal Theatre
November 27 – December 1

Krishnan's Dairy November 28,29

The Candlestickmaker November 30 & December 1

All performances at 8pm

Ticketek 06 835 2702 or www.ticketek.co.nz

Ticket Prices : - Premium $36, A Reserve $30, B Reserve $24

Concessions : - $4 off all tickets Service fees apply.

Buy tickets for more than one play and pay concession prices

www.indianink.co.nz

THE VEILS

With special guests Coshercot Honeys

7 Nov - Masonic Tavern, Devonport, Auckland

8 Nov - Kings Arms, Newton, Auckland

9 Nov - San Francisco Bath House, Wellington

Tickets available www.ticketek.co.nz, Real Groovy or Venues

Rangoli Shuvodeep Live in Concert

Rangoli Shuvodeep Live in Concert
November 17

Melody Entertainment and
Cultural Forum of India present

Accompanied by Sandhya Rao and Arpita Chanda

Dorothy Winstone Centre, Auckland Girls Grammar School,Howe Street, Auckland Central

7pm

Tickets: $25 and $20

Available at Yogiji's and other major outlets
(Special group discounts, early bird rates apply)

For more information, contact : -
Ram (09 827 0559) or
Partha (09 630 3276)

Farmers Santa Parade

The biggest parade in New Zealand to kick start the Christmas festivities will be held on Sunday November 25.

(Rain Date Sunday 2 December 2007)

Pre-parade entertainment

from 1pm, parade 2pm - 3.30pm

Queen St, Auckland Central

After party in Aotea Square from 3pm to 5.30pm

For more information, visit www.santaparade.co.nz

Onehunga Christmas Lights
30 November 2007

Grey Street, Onehunga

7pm - 9pm

Enjoy a twinkling start to the festive season with festive performances from local groups, carol singing, face painters and a visit from Santa. Christmas tree lights get switched on at 9pm. Historic Cottages will also be open.

Great Barrier Santa Parade
1 December 2007

Claris Sportsclub grounds, Great Barrier Island

Noon

Celebrate Christmas with the Great Barrier locals. Market stalls, family fun, music floats, all while soaking up the friendly island atmosphere.

Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park
8 December 2007

A fantastic musical evening that showcases the upcoming talent in New Zealand with the festive season as the theme of the evening.

7.30pm - 10.15pm

Auckland Domain

For more information, visit www.christmasinthepark.co.nz

Carols by candlelight
9 December 2007

Three Kings Reserve, Corner of Mt Eden and Mt Albert Roads, Three Kings

7pm - 9.15pm

A night of traditional carol singing, featuring the best of school and community performers. Bring your friends and family and your best singing voice.

Carols by Candlelight at Western Park
14 December 2007

Western Park, Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby
7pm - 10pm

Celebrate Christmas Ponsonby style! Join community, church and school choirs along with local musicians for an upbeat family Christmas concert and carols sing-a-long.

Otahuhu Christmas Celebrations
15 December 2007

Criterion Square, Otahuhu

10am - 1pm

Join in the Christmas festivities in the heart of Otahuhu with carol singing, face-painting, clowns and a special visit from Santa!

Carols by candlelight - Waiheke
15 December 2007

Little Oneroa Beach Reserve, Waiheke Island

7pm - 10pm

Join us in an evening of song, including carols performed by a talented array of Waiheke musicians and the community sing-a-long, all on one of Waiheke's favourite beaches under a Waiheke starry sky!

Carols by candlelight - Balmoral
16 December 2007

Potters Park, Corner Balmoral and Dominion Roads, Balmoral

7pm - 9.30pm

Carol singing with a contemporary feel. Enjoy the free entertainment featuring the Queen City Big Band and other special guests. A festive night for the whole family.

Carols by Spiderlight - Avondale
16 December 2007

Town Square, Avondale

7pm - 9pm

Come along to this unique multicultural Christmas celebration, join in the carols sing-a-long, enjoy local performances and a visit from Santa.

Carols by candlelight
16 December 2007

St Heliers Primary School, Corner of St Heliers Bay Road and Maskell Street, St Heliers

6.45pm - 8.45pm

Don Linden hosts a traditional carol service featuring the students of St Heliers Primary School. Bring the family for a festive night.

Parnell Festival of Roses
10 - 11 November 2007

Parnell Rose Gardens, Gladstone Road, Parnell

Noon - 6pm daily

Auckland city's favourite floral festival, the Parnell Festival of Roses, signals summer is blooming. A huge variety of events planned during the weekend promises fun for the whole family.

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