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Bingo! Tedhe Medhe releases ‘Rockanjali’ song
Mumbai: This Durga Puja, Bingo! Tedhe Medhe pays tribute to 50 years of Bengali rock music with the release of the ‘Rockanjali’ song. Composed and performed by notable musicians Siddhartha Sankar Roy (Siddhu) and Avijit Burman (Pota) from Cactus, Gaurab Chatterjee (Gabu) from Lakkhichara, and Anindya Chatterjee from Chandrabindoo, the song celebrates the cultural significance of Bengali rock and emphasizes the importance of friendships and bonding during Durga Puja. ‘Rockanjali’ reflects the essence of Bengali rock and aims to inspire a new generation of music lovers, highlighting the genre’s impact on Bengali art and culture over the past 50 years.
Bingo! Tedhe Medhe has also launched the ‘Rockanjali’ contest to connect with its core consumers and showcase young musicians during Durga Puja. The contest attracted over 120 entries from students across Kolkata’s colleges, with 15 bands selected as finalists. These bands will perform at iconic Durga Puja pandals, offering a unique opportunity to reach thousands of spectators. For the first time, Kolkata will host a ‘Concert on Wheels’ as part of the ‘Rockanjali Pujo Tour.’ From Chaturthi to Navami, the tour will visit six prominent Durga Puja pandals, promoting Bangla rock music throughout the city.
Speaking about the theme song, ITC Foods VP & head of marketing, snacks, noodles and pasta, Suresh Chand said: “With Rockanjali, Bingo! Tedhe Medhe wanted to create something truly special for this Durga Puja. Our song honours the rich legacy of Bengali rock music while giving young, emerging talent a platform to shine. Through the Rockanjali Pujo Tour and contest, Bingo! Tedhe Medhe is excited to connect with the youth and foster the next generation of rockstars during one of Kolkata’s most iconic festivals.”
Renowned singer and composer Anindya Chatterjee from Chandrabindoo commented, “Bengali rock has always been about expressing the deepest emotions of our people—our struggles, our joy, our friendships. The Rockanjali song, created in collaboration with Bingo! Tedhe Medhe, is a tribute to the spirit of Bengali rock and to the fans who have kept it alive for 50 years. It’s an honour to be part of this project with so many iconic voices.”
By blending music, culture, and competition, Bingo! Tedhe Medhe’s Rockanjali is set to provide a unique experience that will resonate with the city’s cultural routes, creating a lasting impact. The song will serve as a gateway for the next generation of musicians, setting the stage for Bengal’s future rock stars.
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Prime Video unveils trailer for Tamil series Exam, streaming May 15
Dushara Vijayan, Aditi Balan headline scam thriller set in exam world
CHENNAI: Prime Video has dropped the official trailer of its upcoming Tamil Original series Exam, a high-stakes suspense drama set in the murky world of competitive entrance exams.
Backed by creative producers Pushkar and Gayatri under Wallwatcher Films, the seven-episode series is written and directed by National Award-winner A. Sarkunam. It stars Dushara Vijayan and Aditi Balan in lead roles, with Abbas playing a pivotal character.
Set in the fictional town of Thykara, the series follows Jhansi, played by Dushara Vijayan, as she attempts to expose a deep-rooted scam, aided by her mentor Jayachandran, played by Abbas. Standing in her way is DSP Maramalli, portrayed by Aditi Balan, setting up a tense face-off driven by ambition, pressure and moral choices.
The show will stream from May 15 on Prime Video in India and across more than 240 countries and territories. It will be available in Tamil, with dubbed versions in Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam and Kannada, along with subtitles in 15 languages.
Writer-director A. Sarkunam said the story aims to resonate across geographies and social strata, going beyond the scam to explore ambition, pressure and the consequences of personal choices. He added that the narrative unfolds through the intersecting journeys of Jhansi and Maramalli, building tension as their worlds collide.
Dushara Vijayan described Jhansi as a fierce and determined character, calling the role both demanding and rewarding, with the story capturing the difficult choices her character must make.
Aditi Balan said the series offers a hard-hitting look at the exam ecosystem, adding that her character is layered and shaped by both internal conflict and external pressures.
Abbas, marking his return to mainstream Tamil entertainment, said the series stands out for its layered storytelling and unpredictable twists, with his character adding depth to the central narrative.
With its mix of suspense, social commentary and character-driven storytelling, Exam is shaping up to be a tense watch as it dives into one of India’s most high-pressure systems.
