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August 7, 2014
Welcome to another edition of MyBindi's newsletter. Other notable films screening during MISAFF 2014 include the Canadian premiere of films such as VARA starring Shahana Goswami; Hank and Asha; the gritty Gangs of Tooting Broadway; Anima State, a dark comedy and an allegorical Pakistani tale about the state of affairs in the country; and Sulemani Keeda, a comedy about film writers. Click here for the complete line up and to purchase tickets online. The Satyajit Ray Festival at TIFF Lightbox continues to delight fans. There's still many screenings that you can enjoy. Click HERE to check the complete line up and be sure to treat yourself to this wonderful experience! No Summer in Toronto is ever complete without a boat cruise. This Friday, get on board the Enterprise 2000 and party all night on Lake Ontario - Bollywood Style!! Tap your feet to the Bollywood Beats or enjoy 360 degrees of large unobstructed views of the city from the water. Advance tickets for the Bollywood Boat Cruise can be purchased HERE. Finally, for our fans with young families (children under the age of ten), MyBindi is giving away FREE Family passes to Centreville Amusement Park!! Complete this form and upload a photo of your li'l munchkin and tell us which ride/activity your child will enjoy the most at Centreville. We have two family passes to give away and each pass gives free admittance to two adults and two kids! Apply HERE! Finally, don't forget to VOTE for your favourite delegate for the Miss India Canada People's Choice Award! Voting closes on August 15. Check out Delegate Photos HERE and cast your vote!
Thank you for the love and we promise to keep bringing you the very best in South Asian arts, entertainment & lifestyle.
Until next week,
Syerah Virani Editor-in-Chief & CEO MyBindi.com syerah@mybindi.com
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Toronto's Official Bollywood Boat Cruise
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Mo Hakim and Gaurav & Amar cordially invite you aboard THE BOLLYWOOD BOAT CRUISE.
On Friday, August 8th, 2014, Mo Hakim and Gaurav and Amar invite you to board the largest party vessel "The Enterprise 2000" featuring Toronto's top DJ's playing the best Bollywood Hits, Bhangra and Top 40.
The DJs performing will be DJ KSR, DJ ALFA, DJ LUNE and DJ SHUJA.
When: Friday, August 8, 2014
Where: 242 Cherry Street, Pier 35, Toronto
Boarding Time: 9:30 pm
Tickets: $30
:: LIMITED EARLY BIRD TICKETS: $30 ::
For more information on the event and to purchase tickets, please click HERE.
For More Information/Guestlist/Bottle Service:
Call/Text: Amar Ahlawat: 416.414.2141 | Gaurav Bhargava 416.899.8860 | Mo Hakim 647.242.8540
Email Us: amar.ahlawat@gmail.com | gaurav@simplygaurav.com | lin_mo2003@yahoo.com
This event is proudly sponsored by MyBindi.com.
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A Global Yogathon For Education
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12 Countries. 47 cities. One Cause.
Be a part of history.
You're invited to join thousands of people around the world for the 3rd annual Yogathon - the largest global Yogathon in history.
Saturday, August 16 is the day to connect with your inner yogi, whether you are a novice, experienced, or merely curious: all you need is a Yoga mat and a benevolent spirit. Participants are challenged to execute 108 sun salutations (or as many as you can, really!) in a large gathering of fellow participants, and join a global movement for education and change.
All proceeds support Care for Children, an initiative of the Art of Living Foundation that helps educate children in India's more underprivileged communities. For more information visit HERE.
When: Saturday, August 16, 2014
Where: 1 Dundas Street East, Toronto, Ontario, M5B 2R8
Time: 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Tickets: $25
Live drumming and percussion will add energy to the practice as yogis roll out their mats, open up their hearts and connect with their body, breath and spirit. After lighting their inner fire, participants can rest at a Zen lounge which offers free massages.
Join a global Yogathon and rise for a cause. Rise to educate
Canadian Participating Cities (15):
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Calgary
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Charlottetown
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Edmonton
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Saskatoon
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Fort McMurray
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Toronto
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London
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Vancouver
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Montreal
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Windsor
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Ottawa
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This event is proudly sponsored by MyBindi.com.
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Dance with Bosco Caeser Nite
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Sunray and White Turtle Entertainment present DANCE WITH BOSCO CAESAR NITE: LIVE TO DANCE!
This is an event you won't want to miss! The BOSCO CAESAR Dance Company is opening a new Academy in Ontario and invites you to celebrate with them! Bosco Caeser are known for their unique style of dancing, which is Bollywood infused with international dance forms like Hip-Hop, Funk and Street.
About Bosco Caeser:
Boso Caeser are a HUGE name in the Bollywood dance industry and are known for having choreographed with the top names in Bollywood and the biggest of films. They have won several awards for their work in films like 3 Idiots, Jab We Met, Zindagi Na Milegi Doobara, Rowdy Rathore, Partner, Desi Boyz and recently released films Gunday and Hasee Toh Phasee.
When: Friday, August 8, 2014
Where: Living Arts Centre
Time: 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Visit HERE for more information or contact their Toll Free number at
This event is proudly sponsored by MyBindi.com.
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Share your KFI Creation for a chance to Win!
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Share your KFI Creation with us and be entered in our draw to win a grand prize which includes the entire KFI Product Range!
Three Simple Steps to Participate:
Step 1: Head over to your nearest grocery store and purchase a KFI Sauce or Chutney.
Step 2: Prepare your delicious creation.
Step 3: Submit your entry HERE.
All complete entries receive a complimentary KFI Sauce or Chutney just for participating!
This event is proudly sponsored by MyBindi.com.
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TIFF: Satyajit Ray Retrospective
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Featuring a raft of rarities and restorations, this massive retrospective devoted to the great Bengali filmmaker shines a new light on one of the most important and influential bodies of work in international cinema.
This event is proudly in partnership with MyBindi.com.
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23rd Annual NetIP North America Conference
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Network of Indian Professionals (NetIP) North America is excited to announce their 23rd Annual NetIP NA Conference in the vibrant city of Atlanta, Georgia on Labor Day weekend!
When: Friday, August 29, 2014 to Monday, September 1, 2014
Where:The Westin Buckhead Atlanta
Tickets: $250
To register & purchase tickets, please click HERE.
About
The Network of Indian Professionals (NetIP) has empowered South Asian professionals for over 20 years through our 4 pillars: Professional Development, Cultural Awareness, Community Service, and Political Awareness. We have 23 chapters. NetIP North America's mission is to serve as the unequivocal voice for the South Asian Diaspora by developing and engaging a cohesive network of professionals to benefit the community. For more information on the event, please click HERE.
This event is proudly sponsored by MyBindi.com.
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Fusia Fridays
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Fusia brings together three core elements: female, fusion and Asia.
This summer Fusia presents a teaser campaign with South Asian themed programming and Hollywood films with a South Asian flavour including Slumdog Millionaire, Bend it Like Beckham, and The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Watch Oprah in a two-part special series as she journeys through India, and start your path to cosmic consciousness with Oprah and Deepak Chopra.
For the first time ever the rising strength of the ethnic market in Canada is teaming up with the powerhouse brand of OWN to bring you entertainment that represents the contemporary South Asian, aligning the mantra of inspiring women to embrace spirit, positivity, and living their best life. And this is only the beginning ... watch for an even bigger presence to come including original content, lifestyle segments and more custom Fusia flair.
Every Fusia venture encompasses the core themes of redefining and celebrating femininity, the fusion of eastern and western culture and its significance to South Asian women. It is the first magazine that addresses the 'all-inclusive' South Asian woman. With a focus on outer and inner beauty Fusia challenges and inspires women to think about the world beyond.
To read more, click HERE.
OWN Canada is a Corus Entertainment station and is available in 6.2M households across the nation. Click HERE for channel listings.
Visit HERE for all the details.
This event is proudly sponsored by MyBindi.com.
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TD Mosaic Festival
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TD Mosaic 2014, now in its 9th year, is bigger and better than ever.
The festival kicks off today, August 7th with its film component MISAFF running untilAugust 10th at Living Arts Centre, Cineplex and Landmark Theatres (Square One area), featuring award wining, cutting edge shorts, docs and features. Rajat Kapoor will make special appearance at MISAFF 2014.
For information on this event, please click HERE.
A visual arts show will open at Promenade Gallery 943B Lakeshore Rd East in Mississauga on August 11th titled "Stroke of Masters" and exhibiting limited prints by Indian master painters including M F Hussain, Jamini Roy and more.
For more information on this event, please click HERE.
The world famous Canadian artist Rashid Rana will talk about his work on August 13th at Art Gallery of Mississauga in collaboration with AGM and Agha Khan Museum.
For more information, please click HERE.
MOSAIC Mushai'ira will feature Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi poets from GTA on August 14th at Living Arts Centre.
For more information, please click HERE.
The 9th annual Mosaic outdoor festival runs on August 15th and 16th showcasing over 200 artists and performers on two stages at Mississauga's Celebration Square, featuring Rekha Bhardwaj in full concert as Saturday night headliner and Karsh Kale (feat. Jonita Gandhi) as Friday night headliner. Shiamak Toronto Dance Team, Sampradaya Dance Creations, Taala Dance, Chai Town A Capella, Stephanie Braganza and Destiny Band will also perform on main stage.
For more information, please click HERE.
TD Mosaic 2014 will continue to offer popular South Asian cuisine, shopping, childrens activities and many corporate booths with give-aways and memorabilia.
For an overview on the festival, click HERE.
This event is proudly sponsored by MyBindi.com.
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TD Festival of South Asia
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The TD Festival of South Asia creates a window into the East to celebrate and experience the culture and cuisine of South Asia.
From Bhangra to Basmati to Bollywood music, this event has all the ingredients to make festival visitors feel like they've travelled the world.
The entertainment line-up promises to be a show stopper.
The Festival began in 2003 as a one day event and it attracted more than 25,000. From 2004, the festival was extended to 2 days. Now, after a decade the event has become one of the largest South Asian festivals in Toronto attracting almost 250,000 revealers. The TD Festival of South Asia is one of Toronto`s best South Asian events, showcasing the diversity our multicultural city has to offer from music to the arts, culture and food.
The street will be lined up with various types of tastes from all over South Asia offering diverse cuisines and delicacies from all the restaurants on the street. The main stage will feature dancing, fashion shows, and authentic South Asian cultural programs reflecting Indian, Afghani, Pakistani, Bengali and Sri Lankan cultures. Off-stage, visitors will be enticed by the wonderful foods offered by more than 20 different restaurants and priced from one to six dollars.
When: August 23 & 24, 2014
Where: Gerrard India Bazaar, Toronto
Time: 12:00pm - 11:00am
Be part of a spectacular street festival and enjoy the experience.
For more information, please click HERE.
This event is proudly sponsored by MyBindi.com.
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Centreville Amusement Park
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Located on Centre Island and surrounded by over 600 acres of picturesque parkland, Centreville Amusement Park is the ultimate summer destination for families with young children. With over 30 rides and attractions - plus Far Enough Farm - this theme park offers up a full day of family fun. Getting to Centreville is almost as exciting as the park itself - everyone will enjoy the scenic ride on the Centre Island ferry!
Centreville is a 14-acre, turn-of-the-century Ontario village theme park located just minutes from the downtown core on Toronto's Centre Island. Specializing in kid-sized thrills, Centreville offers a unique selection of modern and antique rides that will delight children and adults alike!
Gotten your fill of thrills? Head on over to Far Enough Farm where you can interact with mini potbelly pigs, horses, mini ponies, sheep and much more! This family friendly farm is located right on the edge of Centreville.
The Amusing Race: September 6-7, 13 -14, 20-21 (WEEKENDS ONLY)
Centreville's Amusing Race is free, fun scavenger hunt for families visiting Centreville and Far Enough Farm in August. The race incorporates trivia questions and "roadblocks" that send participants on an exciting journey through the park and farm. Families are encouraged to work together to complete the challenge and to learn more about the history of Centreville and Far Enough Farm. Although the Amusing Race is a timed challenge, participants are encouraged to race at their own pace.
Centreville offers kid-sized thrills, laughter, great food, and fun. The park-like setting makes it ideal for a family outing!
For more information, please click HERE.
This event is proudly sponsored by MyBindi.com.
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Miss India-Canada People's choice Award
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Vote for your Favourite Delegate. Photographs and bios are now live and can be viewed HERE. The contest will end August 15 - 12:00pm EST. The winner of the 'People's Choice Award' will be announced at the show.
Chevrolet presents the 24th annual Miss India-Canada 2014, in association with Zee Tv Canada, on Saturday, August 16th at the International Plaza Hotel in Toronto. The 16 finalists will compete for the title on-stage, culminating in the CROWNING of MISS INDIA-CANADA 2014.This year's winner of Miss India-Canada will once again walk away with the keys to a Spark.
Up and coming star, Isabelle Kaif will be this year's guest of honour; and music sensation, Raghav will be performing live as the feature performance. This year's Grand sponsor is Sears; other supporters include: Om Financial, Bigen Speedy Hair Colour and Lakeshore Convention Centre, to name a few.
For tickets or further information, please contact: 905-851-0990 or email: info@missindiacanada.com.
For more information, please click HERE.
This event is proudly sponsored by MyBindi.com.
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What's New on Bindi Blogs
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Prepare your own recipe for a fresh tasting, home-made Chicken Jalfrezi with KFI Cooking Sauces
Want to cook delicious Chicken Jalfrezi under 20 minutes?
Chicken Jalfrezi Recipe:
1. Cube the chicken breast into 2 inch cubes.
For more information, please click HERE.
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Filmi Updates
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For information on showtimes at Albion Cinemas, please click HERE.
For information on showtimes at York Cinemas, please click HERE.
For information on showtimes at Woodside Cinemas, please click HERE.
MyBindi.com is a proud promotional partner of Albion Cinemas and York & Woodside Cinemas - delivering the best of Bollywood Cinema in the GTA!
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South Asian Day at the Rogers Cup
South Asian Day at the Rogers CupBollywood superstar Gulshan Grover and Raptor's Superfan Nav Bhatia attended South Asian Day at the Rogers Cup on August 4 2014.
Spearheading the South Asian Day initiative at Rogers Cup, an avid Tennis fan Sandeep Lal has a vision to make this an annual event and promote the game of tennis to the South Asian Community.
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