Tag: Mammootty

  • Lights On Productions films new campaign for Canon

    By Our Staff

     

    Canon India launched a regional ad campaign titled ‘Weddings by Canon’ in key markets of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana in the first phase. Unveiled by actor Mammootty, the TVC strengthens the brand’s commitment towards the wedding photography segment.

     

    The ad has been conceptualized by Lights On Production House and features stars of the Malayalam and Tamil film industry. It has been directed by Jismon Joy, who has had several box-office hits in Malayalam cinema with movies such as Bicycle Thieves, Sunday Holiday and Vijay Superum Pournamiyum.

     

    Speaking on the campaign, Manabu Yamazaki, President & CEO, Canon India said: “India is a diverse country with vibrant cultures and weddings are the perfect epitome of the same; moments that are worth celebrating and capturing. At Canon India, it has been our constant endeavor to encourage and enable users to preserve their cherished memories for a lifetime. Our ecosystem of cameras and lenses are equipped to capture the finer details of such special occasions and become the trusted partner for to be married couples in their wedding planning. As one of the leading imaging brands, we have always strived to bring forth products and technological innovations that have strengthened the wedding photography industry. We shall continue to delight our customers by encouraging them to capture their milestone moments – even in the times to come.”

     

    Added C Sukumaran, Director- Consumer Systems Products and Imaging Communication Products: “At Canon, we take pride in being a brand that is always a part of all the special moments of consumers in India, especially weddings! Indian weddings offer a visual appeal like none other – they are vibrant and celebrate the emotional union of not just the bride and the groom but also of two families coming together. Canon’s entire camera ecosystem is built in such a way that it provides flexibility as well as a variety of features to couples that are ideal for capturing their milestone. As weddings today become a combination of modernity and traditions, today’s consumers are very clear of every detail they want for their big day – this includes choosing the equipment that goes behind capturing memories of that special day. This is what our latest campaign depicts, and we hope to spread knowledge about wedding photography gear among soon-to-wed couples.”

     

  • Mollywood honours King Khan at Ujala-Asianet Film Awards

    By A Correspondent

     

    The 14th Ujala-Asianet Film Awards 2012 took place recently in a glittering function held at theFestivalCity,Dubai, with almost 25,000-strong crowds gathered to witness the action. Several prominent persons from the film industry and socio-cultural spheres were present on the occasion.

     

    Asianet Managing Director K Madhavan presented the Millennium Actor award to Shahrukh Khan, the King Khan of Indian cinema. Mollywood superstars Mohan Lal and Mammootty also honoured the King Khan for his outstanding contributions to the Indian film industry.

     

    The event was attended by stars from South Indian film industry and had colourful performances by leading Malayalam artistes along with stars from Tollywood and Bollywood. Dhanush, Asin, Vidya Balan, Dilip, Madhavan, K B Ganesh Kumar, Kalabhavan Mani, Jagathi Sreekumar, Jagadheesh, Nedumudi Venu, Maniyan Pillai Raju, Lakshmi Gopalaswami, , Archana Kavi, Sibi Malayil, Siyad Kokker, Menaka , and Suresh Kumar were among the stars who attended the function.

     

    Pranayam won the award for the best film, which was accepted by the producer Sajeev and director Blessy. Ranjith won the award for the best director for Indian Rupee. Mammootty was honoured as the Cultural Icon of Kerala for his outstanding contributions in various fields. Mohan Lal won the best actor award for his role in Pranayam and Kavya Madhavan won for the best actress for Gadhama & Bhakthajanangalude Sradakku.

     

    Other winners include Asin ( Pride of Kerala in Bollywood), Vidya Balan & Madhavan (Asianet Golden Star), Dhanush (Popular Tamil Actor), Kunchako Boban (Youth Icon of the Year), Innocent (best Supporting Actor), K P A C Lalitha (best supporting actress), Siddique (best villain), Suraj Venjaramoodu (best actor in a comic role), M Jayachandran (music director), Hariharan (playback singer- male), Shreya Ghoshal (playback singer-female).

     

    Asianet will telecast Ujala Asianet Film Awards 2012 on January 21 and January 22 at 6.30PM.