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Red FM announces Quiz India Movement
Mumbai: 93.5 Red FM, India’s leading private radio and entertainment network introduced a gaming concept on radio: the Quiz India Movement. It aims to capture the essence of trivia, knowledge, and light-hearted fun, combined with the immense power of radio as a platform. The first season of Quiz India Movement began on 2 October and will run till 19 November.
Each season of Quiz India Movement is based on a certain theme. Banking on the tradition of cricket, this year, Quiz India Movement by Red FM is giving cricket fans a spectacular 49 days of non-stop excitement and rewards. The show is being hosted by none other than the cricket expert and beloved RJ Raunac. With the total prize pool being a staggering 21 lacs of cash, listeners have the chance to win incredible cash by answering questions on a dedicated microsite while tuning in to Red FM.
Reflecting on this announcement, Red FM and Magic FM director & COO Nisha Narayanan stated “At Red FM, we are delighted to be introducing a one-of-its-kind gaming concept Quiz India Movement leveraging the massive reach of radio as a platform. The campaign aims to blend the theatre of the mind element with a digital hook, setting it apart from other quiz shows. Quiz India Movement banks on the benefits of traditional radio and a new age platform social media to provide an enhanced audience experience. This year, the show has cricket as its theme, which acts as a fitting launch pad for season one, considering it is time for the World Cup. Moreover, utilising new-age technology and an engaging format, we hope the show will entertain listeners and help them cash on their cricket expertise.”
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Legendary singer Asha Bhosle dies at 92
Iconic voice of Indian cinema passes away in Mumbai after cardiac and respiratory issues.
MUMBAI: The melody that defined generations has fallen silent. Asha Bhosle, one of the greatest and most prolific vocalists in modern Indian music, has died at the age of 92. The singer was admitted to Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital on Saturday night after experiencing cardiac and respiratory issues. She had reportedly been unwell for several months and was in critical condition when brought to the hospital.
Her son, Anand Bhosle, confirmed the news on Sunday afternoon. The last rites will be performed on Monday.
Born in 1933 into the musical Mangeshkar family, Asha began her singing career at the tender age of nine. She recorded her first film song in 1943 and went on to become one of the most successful and versatile playback singers in Hindi cinema. While initially typecast in cabaret and dance numbers, she proved her range with sublime ghazals in films like Umrao Jaan. She won the Filmfare Best Female Playback Singer Award seven times and received two National Film Awards.
Her personal life was as eventful as her career. At 16, she eloped with Ganpatrao Bhosle, her personal secretary, against her family’s wishes. The marriage ended in separation in 1960. In 1980, she married composer Rahul Dev Burman, a union that faced opposition from his family. RD Burman passed away in 1994.
In recent years, Asha was often seen with her granddaughter, singer Zanai Bhosle, who remained her constant companion.
With a career spanning over seven decades, Asha Bhosle lent her voice to thousands of songs, bringing joy, heartbreak, and unforgettable energy to Indian cinema. From foot-tapping cabaret numbers to soulful classical renditions, her versatility was unmatched. Her passing marks the end of an era for Indian music, leaving behind a rich legacy that will continue to echo through generations.
The voice that once filled millions of hearts with melody has now found eternal rest, but the songs she gifted us will keep playing on.
