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Filmmaker Pankaj Purohit Felicitated with the Rajiv Gandhi Excellence Award !
 
S. K. De
 
Filmmaker and social activist Pankaj Purohit was awarded with one of the most prestigious awards, the Rajiv Gandhi Excellence Award this year for his unparalleled contribution to the society through his work. Pankaj is a multi talented personality as he is a singer, actor, maverick filmmaker and above  all a great human being whose work speaks volumes of his craft. We all have heard about out of the box thinking but Purohit has implemented and practised it in his real life in the pursuit of excellence. Pankaj has studied screenwriting and cinematic arts in Los Angeles.
 
The crossover filmmaker Pankaj commenced his cinematic journey alongside his mentor Gregory Allen Howard of ’Remember The Titans’ and ’Ali’ fame. Thereafter he worked on various independent film projects including the controversial hits ‘Belly of the Tantra‘ and ‘Sudden Cry‘.
 
The prestigious Rajiv Gandhi Excellence Award is presented as appreciation to honour the achievers in the memory of India’s young and inspirational Prime Minister with a vision to build a new India. It was Rajiv Gandhi who gave a call to build India united by bonds transcending caste, creed and religion. His vision strengthened powerful force for peace and unity in the world at large.  Pankaj Purohit received this Award for Best Artist and Social Activist which is a true reflection of what the Late Shri Rajiv Gandhi had envisioned.
 
This artistic filmmaker Pankaj Purohit is presently working on his next feature film in India. The ace cricketer Yuvraj Singh and singer Tulsi Kumar are also amongst the proud recipients of the Rajiv Gandhi Excellence Award in the past.

Hatrick star Dr. Shivaraj Kumar and Smt. Geetha Shivraj Kumar to Inaugurate Exclusive Antigravity Fitness from the US with professional certified teachers.

Hatrick star Dr. ShivarajKumar and Smt. Geetha Shivraj Kumar to Inaugurate Exclusive Antigravity Fitness from the US with professional certified teachers.

Bengaluru 2 October 2017 : Ms. Mimi Partha Sarathy, Founder and Managing Trustee, Krishna Wellness, Yoga & Cultural Centre, Malleshwaram, Bengaluru  to  launch Internationally renowned Antigravity Fitness from USA with professional certified teachers. The chief guest for the event will be the No. 1 Kannada Movie Hatrick star Dr. ShivarajKumar and Smt. Geetha Shivraj Kumar, On 8th October 2017 at Sri Krishna Wellness, Yoga & Cultural Centre, 9thCross, 6th Main, Malleshwaram , Bengaluru, Time: 5:00 pm

AntiGravity® Fitness.

AntiGravity®  Fitness is a dramatic and dynamic new form of exercise focused on fitness and would bring in a great amount of diversity to the fitness and wellness activities conducted at Sri Krishna Wellness Yoga and Cultural Centre, Malleshwaram.

AntiGravity® Fitness is a relatively new concept in the fitness world, that is fast gaining popularity worldwide and is approved by Aerobics and Fitness Association of America, American Council on Exercise, Central YMCA Qualifications and Yoga Alliance U.S. This concept is the brainchild of Christopher Harrison, a former choreographer, gymnast and aerial performer. Antigravity Fitness combines traditional poses with other exercise forms like Pilates, aerial acrobatics and calisthenics, with the aim of achieving a complete body workout. In Antigravity Fitness, hammock-like suspended gear is used to practice different yoga poses and exercises. These hammocks can support the weight of up to 970kgs, so be rest assured, you will be safe.

Sri Krishna Wellness, Yoga and Cultural Centre, was set up in January 2014, to promote the rich heritage of India Art, Culture and Yoga .Set amongst ancient trees in the heart of Bangalore, with  a traditional hall and surroundings, the center currently hosts various activities such as Holistic and Integrated Yoga,  Therapeutic Yoga, Pranayama and Meditation, Classical Dance classes, Music, Bhajans, Kirtans, Concerts, Shastra Classes and lectures,  and much more.

Preserving our rich heritage and tradition is a duty , commitment and passion for old BangaloreansMrs. M.A.Vedavalli and  her daughter Ms. Mimi Partha Sarathy, founders of  Sri Krishna Wellness, Yoga and Cultural Center. The internationally renowned KYM 500 hour Teacher Training Course from  Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram – Chennai is also conducted at the Centre. Late Sri T. Krishnamacharya  is often called the Father of Modern Yoga, and was the teacher to several great Yoga Teachers like Sri BKS Iyengar , Sri Pattabhi Jois, Sri TKV Desikachar, and Madame Indra Devi.

Special guest of honor will be Shri Dr. C. N. Ashwathnarayan - MLA, Malleshwaram and Dr. Ramana Rao (Renowned Cardiologist and Physician, and Padma Shree Award Winner)

The other renowned personalities to be present at the event are:

-         SwaminiSvatmabhodananda Saraswati – Disciple of Swami Dayananda Saraswati

-         Dr. Mrs. Sita Bhateja  - Chairman, Sita Bhateja Speciality Hospitals

-         Ms. Reeth Abraham  - Internationally renowned Athlete , Arjuna Award and Rajyotsava Award Winner

-         Mrs .Padmini Ravi  - Founder - Padmini Ravi Dance Academy

-         Mrs. Nita Raval – Master Teacher – AntiGravity Fitness & Founder CEO – Biorythym - Pune

Chitah Yajnesh Shetty with Duracell’s iconic symbol ‘Bunny’ in Durathon 2017

Mumbai: Durathon – Mumbai’s first family run, a Duracell initiative with Times NIE and Universal Corporation Limited that aims to help families spend more quality time together.The first edition will take place at Bandstand,Bandra (West),Mumbai on November 12,2017 and feature parents and children running together in 2K and 5K runs.‘Chitah Jeet Kune Do’ is the event partner in this first family run. Chitah Yajnesh Shetty, the illustrious and legendary martial expert and the well-known action master of the film industry is the chairman of Chitah Jeet Kune Do’.

‘Chitah Jeet Kune Do’ imparts martial arts training to more than 20 recognized schools in Mumbai like Ryan International School,S.M. Shetty International School,G.M.Shetty International School, Muljibhai Mehta International School amongst others.For ‘Durathon’, the internationally acclaimed Chitah Yajnesh Shetty will train the participant children of these schools the art of running and organizing them for this Mumbai’s first family run with the coolest headgear ever, bunny ears!

 The International martial expert, Yajnesh Shetty states,“Walking and running in the morning helps in maintaining good physique and stamina. It improves overall health and confidence. By walking and running together with the family garners healthy relationship amongst each other. Durathon, is a unique event which aims at bonding the family ties in this new generation.”