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Vinay Pictures teams up with A47.in
Mumbai: Vinay Pictures announced its collaboration with A47.in to launch an exclusive range of Andaz Apna Apna merchandise, in celebration of the film’s 30th anniversary. It will have everything from Amar and Prem’s endless antics to the unforgettable “Gogoji aapka ghagra!”. The new collection is a tribute to the laughter and unforgettable dialogues that has shaped generations of Bollywood lovers.
Set to launch on 4 November 2024, the exact date the movie hit the big screen three decades ago, this collection brings the movie alive in a whole new way. From Rs 799/- onwards, the merch lineup includes tees and comfy hoodies to fun notebooks, tote bags, posters, and more.
Namrata, Priti & Amod Sinha from Vinay Pictures, are excited about this collab. They share that, “Our Father, Producer Vinay Kumar Sinha’s iconic cult comedy film, Andaz Apna Apna continues to be loved by fans across generations. We’re happy to team up with A47 to create a merchandise range that truly reflects the spirit of the film. From Amar and Prem’s mischief to Crime Master Gogo’s goggle, this collection lets fans wear a piece of cinematic history and keep the fun going!”
A47 founder & CEO Bhavik Vora said, “At A47, we’re all about celebrating India’s coolest stories, and Andaz Apna Apna is a true cinematic gem. Like so many fans, we’ve grown up quoting Amar and Prem’s hilarious lines, and this collection is a dream come true for us. We’ve put our heart into designing merchandise that captures the fun, nostalgia, and madness of the movie—and we hope fans love it as much as we do!”
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Uidai partners with Google to help users locate Aadhaar centres
Verified Aadhaar centres to appear on Maps with services and access info
MUMBAI: Finding an Aadhaar centre may soon be as easy as finding your favourite café. In a move aimed at making public services more accessible, the Unique Identification Authority of India has partnered with Google to display authorised Aadhaar centres on Google Maps. The feature, expected to roll out in the coming months, will allow residents to locate verified centres quickly and confidently.
More than 60,000 Aadhaar centres, including state of the art Aadhaar Seva Kendras, will be mapped. When users search on Google Maps, they will be directed to authorised facilities rather than unverified listings, helping curb misinformation and confusion.
The listings will do more than drop a pin. Users will be able to see the nature of services offered at each centre, whether it is adult enrolment, child enrolment, or limited to address and mobile number updates. Details such as operating hours, parking availability and divyang friendly infrastructure will also be shown wherever applicable.
Uidai CEO Bhuvnesh Kumar, said the collaboration is part of the authority’s continued effort to improve ease of living for Aadhaar holders by making authorised centres simpler and faster to navigate.
The partnership will deepen in its next phase, with Uidai using Google Business Profile to manage information and respond directly to public feedback. Looking ahead, the two organisations are also exploring the option of enabling appointment bookings through the Google Maps interface, potentially allowing residents to plan their visits with greater efficiency.
Google India country head, strategic partnerships Roli Agarwal, said integrating verified Aadhaar centres would help millions access trusted services with confidence, bringing essential government infrastructure closer to the people who need it most.
If all goes to plan, a routine Aadhaar update may soon begin not with a queue, but with a search bar.
