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“She is a fun-loving and exciting person” – Prerna Lisa
Mumbai : Amazon miniTV – Amazon’s free video streaming service, recently released its rom-com series, Badi Heroine Banti Hai chronicles the riveting story of Kajal, a young, ambitious girl from Ludhiana who comes to Bombay as an intern at the renowned fashion couture firm Veer Singhania Designs. Having been fired by her boss Advait Singhania on the first day of her job, Kajal’s life takes an unexpected and a rather surprising turn as she gets announced as the company’s heir based on the will of Advait’s recently deceased father, Veer Singhania. Amidst the thrill of a suspenseful murder and the shine of the high-end glamorous world, passion blooms in her life with the entrance of Advait. Along with featuring Rajeev Siddhartha, Nehal Chudasama, and Utkarsh Kohli in pivotal roles, the series also stars Prerna Lisa who essays the character of Kajal.
Exploring the nuances of her character, Prerna Lisa gave insight by unfolding its different layers. She shared, “Kajal Bakshi is a small-town girl who travels to Mumbai to pursue her dreams. She is a courageous and hardworking girl who manages everything on her own. She is not afraid of anyone, no matter how high the authority. Being a truthful person, she believes in honesty. With all of these fantastic attributes, she is also quite funny, quirky, and at times clumsy. Overall, she is a fun-loving and exciting character.”
Adding to this, she further gave a sneak peek into the fun BTS moments from the sets. “I recall one instance in which I was meant to perform an emotional scene, but the DOP sir was joking around and making me laugh. I had to literally request him to cut down on the jokes as it was distracting me during an important scene. It was a very funny moment altogether,” she shared.
Created by Gul Khan, Badi Heroine Banti Hai is streaming exclusively on Amazon miniTV for free, available on Amazon’s shopping app, Fire TV, and Play Store.
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ITC Sunfeast, Zepto host mango-themed experiential ‘Paglu Party’
Event blends Alphonso desserts, DIY sessions and interactive formats
MUMBAI: When mango season peaks, some savour it others go full ‘paglu’. ITC Sunfeast Baked Creations, in collaboration with Zepto, turned summer indulgence into an immersive brand experience with its ‘Mango Paglu Party’, a high-energy, mango-themed event designed to blur the line between dessert and discovery. Built around the brand’s ‘Mad Over Mangoes’ universe, the space leaned into a sensory overload bright, playful and unapologetically mango-drenched. From curated installations to social-first corners, every element was designed to be as shareable as it was experiential.
At the centre of the celebration was the fruit itself, elevated into a menu crafted using fresh, carbide-free Alphonso mangoes sourced by Zepto. The spread ranged from a flaky Mango Pista Kouign Aman to Mango Coconut Serradura Pudding and a Mango Mascarpone Cake, balancing indulgence with seasonal freshness.
But this was not a passive tasting affair. Guests were drawn into the experience through interactive formats, including a DIY dessert session led by the brand’s chef, where attendees created classics like Mango Tres Leches. Zepto chief business officer Chandan Mehndiratta also joined the session, adding a touch of brand personality to the proceedings.
A quirky highlight came in the form of the ‘Aam Paglu Prescription’, a playful, doctor-themed concept that positioned mango indulgence as the only “treatment” worth taking, turning a simple insight into a memorable activation.
The event built up to a theatrical finale, with the crowning of the ‘Aam Paglu of the Day’ followed by the cutting of an oversized mango-shaped Mango Mascarpone Cake, closing the experience on a high note.
More than just a seasonal showcase, the Mango Paglu Party reflects a broader shift in brand storytelling, where products are no longer just consumed, but experienced. For ITC Sunfeast Baked Creations and Zepto, mango season was not just about flavour, it was about creating a moment that audiences could step into, engage with and, quite literally, devour.
