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‘The Aviator’ exclusively on Zee Studio
“Nominated for 11 Oscars and won 5, in The 77th Annual Academy Awards, 2005
” Won 4 BAFTA Film Awards, 2005
” Won 3 Golden Globe Awards, 2005
Mumbai, October 18, 2005: Zee Studio, the ultimate movie channel is all set to premiere “The Aviator”, directed by Martin Scorsese and written by John Logan, tells the story of aviation pioneer Howard Hughes. The drama recounts the years of his life from the late 1920s through the 1940s, an epoch when Hughes was directing and producing Hollywood movies and test flying innovative aircrafts he designed and created.
Speaking on this initiative Mr. Neil Chakravati, Business Head, Zee Studio said, “The fantastic response we have received from our viewers for showcasing blockbuster movies like kill Bill, Indiana Jones, Laws of attraction etc. has encouraged us to get even bigger movies on the channel. The Aviator is one such movie which we have acquired and we are confident of its popularity.”
Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Cate Blanchett and Kate Beckinsale
Directed by: Martin Scorsese
Tune in on Saturday, October 22 at 9:00 pm to catch
‘The Aviator’ only on Zee Studio
For more information contact:
Chetan Saxena
saxenac@zeenetwork.com
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Vikram and Ajinkya Gandhe win Masterchef India season finale
Chef Sanjeev Kapoor joins judges for emotional MasterChef finale
MUMBAI: The latest season of MasterChef India concluded on a high note, with brothers Vikram Gandhe and Ajinkya Gandhe crowned winners in the grand finale aired on Sony Entertainment Television.
The duo from Nagpur lifted the coveted trophy and donned the show’s signature golden apron after a season that celebrated India’s diverse culinary traditions under the theme “Pride of India”.
This edition of the popular cooking reality show introduced a new jodi format, with 50 pairs from across the country competing in the Masterchef kitchen. Contestants brought personal stories, regional flavours and family bonds to the competition.
The grand finale featured the final three pairs: Vikram and Ajinkya Gandhe (brothers), Saisree and Chanda (mother and daughter), and Anju and Manju (sisters).
The finale was attended by celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor, who joined the show’s judging panel comprising Vikas Khanna, Ranveer Brar and Kunal Kapur.
Kapoor said the show has long served as a platform to celebrate India’s rich culinary heritage and provide passionate home cooks with a national stage. He noted that the current season reflected a confident India that takes pride in its roots while embracing new culinary ideas.
Judge Vikas Khanna said the contestants’ journeys and the memories created during the season would remain with the team long after the show’s conclusion. Ranveer Brar described the show as a family that continues to grow with every season, while Kunal Kapur praised the contestants’ creativity and determination.
With the finale now concluded, the latest season of MasterChef India once again highlighted how food can reflect identity, heritage and storytelling, inspiring home cooks across the country to pursue their culinary ambitions.
