{"id":1237,"date":"2017-10-25T00:10:21","date_gmt":"2017-10-25T04:10:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.anokhiawards.com\/?p=1237"},"modified":"2017-10-25T00:15:06","modified_gmt":"2017-10-25T04:15:06","slug":"press-release-5-weeks-until-hotstar-presents-the-anokhi-awards-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.anokhiawards.com\/press-release-5-weeks-until-hotstar-presents-the-anokhi-awards-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"PRESS RELEASE: 5 Weeks Until Hotstar Presents The ANOKHI Awards 2017!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Tuesday 24th<\/span>\u00a0October, 2017<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

HOTSTAR PRESENTS THE ANOKHI AWARDS 2017:
\n<\/strong>ANNOUNCING MAIN HOST & CELEBRITY FASHION DESIGNER <\/strong><\/p>\n

THE AWARDS SHOW:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Toronto, ON (Tuesday October 24, 2017)<\/strong> \u2013 Five weeks today, Canada\u2019s leading multi-platform South Asian entertainment, lifestyle and events company, ANOKHI MEDIA<\/strong><\/a>, will be hosting its much-anticipated, signature calendar event, The ANOKHI Awards 2017. <\/strong>The event is to take place at the historical Liberty Grand<\/strong> Entertainment Complex in Toronto, on Tuesday November 28th<\/span>, 2017<\/strong>, in celebration of the company\u2019s 14th<\/span>\u00a0anniversary. Full details as they are announced, can be seen on the official website at www.AnokhiAwards.com<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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THE EVENT PROGRAM:
\n<\/strong>6.00pm-7.30pm:<\/strong> Celebrity Red Carpet Reception
\n8.00pm-10.30pm:<\/strong> Awards, Fashion, Entertainment Show
\n10.30pm-1.00am: After Show Soiree<\/p>\n

TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC PURCHASE<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tickets can be purchased <\/strong>HERE<\/strong><\/a>. The three available packages are: <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>VVIP Experience<\/strong>\u201cUp Close & Personal With The Honorees\u201d<\/p>\n

\u00a0– Pre-Post Show: In Governor\u2019s Ballroom, Access To Celebrity Lounge with White Glove Service<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Show: In Artifacts Room, Seating Section A (front area)<\/p>\n

VIP Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n

– \u201cBetter Than General Seating\u201d<\/p>\n

– Pre-Post Show: In Governors Ballroom, Access To General Area<\/p>\n

– Show: Section B (middle area)<\/p>\n

General Seating<\/strong><\/p>\n

– \u201cBest Price Option\u201d<\/p>\n

– Pre-Post Show: In Governor\u2019s Ballroom<\/p>\n

– Show: Section C (rear area)<\/p>\n

Audiences can expect at the event:<\/strong><\/p>\n

– A\u00a0buzzing red carpet\u00a0<\/strong>featuring\u00a0over 30 tremendous personalities.<\/p>\n

– An awards presentations\u00a0<\/strong>in the fields of Business, Media, Entertainment, Crusader and Glamour.<\/p>\n

– Live performances\u00a0<\/strong>by some of today\u2019s hottest musical artists.<\/p>\n

– A\u00a0\u201cnever seen before in Canada\u201d\u00a0celebrity fashion runway show<\/strong>\u00a0like no other.<\/p>\n

Delectable\u00a0food stations and wine\u00a0<\/strong>pre and post the show, as you mix, mingle & network. We have curated a stylish grab & go experience to encourage networking opportunities for you all. There will be a cash bar on sight also for those of you who prefer to choose your own beverages. Please note: The food & beverage service will be closed during the show.<\/p>\n

Take home\u00a0<\/strong>the much-awaited 3rd<\/sup>\u00a0edition of our commemorative coffee table book<\/strong> profiling 30 of today\u2019s disruptive South Asians, in\u00a0Hotstar Presents The ANOKHI List 2017<\/em>\u2014our gift to all attendees!<\/p>\n

Tickets will be on sale until Monday, November 27th<\/sup>, 11:59 pm or until quantities last.<\/strong><\/p>\n

WORDS FROM ANOKHI MEDIA:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Raj Girn
\n<\/strong>Founder, President, CEO, ANOKHI MEDIA.<\/p>\n

\"\"Raj Girn\u2019s detailed bio can be viewed HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs Canada celebrates 150 years of independence this year, ANOKHI MEDIA is proud to announce that this same year, as we celebrate 10 years of hosting our annual awards show – which mandates honouring the \u2018regional, national, and international success stories of some of today\u2019s most prolific South Asians\u2019 – our 3rd<\/sup>\u00a0edition of the coffee table book, \u2018Hotstar Presents The ANOKHI List 2017\u2019, has, through a rigorous three-part nomination process, identified a record year for Canadian honourees. This is a true testament to the fact that Canada\u2019s fastest growing cultural group has finally come of age, dominating across all industries and all trajectories, as an integral component of the Canadian and global landscape, AND without loosing its cultural identity. Along with my team, our sponsors, and partners, I look forward to launching the coffee table book at \u2018Hotstar Presents The ANOKHI Awards, 2017\u2019, on Tuesday November 28th<\/sup>, 2017, at the Historic Liberty Grand in Toronto, thus celebrating another year of tremendous South Asian success<\/em>.\u201d \u2013 Raj Girn<\/p>\n

ANNOUNCING THE SHOW HOST<\/strong><\/p>\n

For the first time in its history, the awards will have a main show host! Presenting..\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ali Hassan
\n<\/strong>Awards Show Host, Actor, Comedian, CBC Host.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Ali Hassan is known as the host of CBC\u2019s Laugh Out Loud<\/em> (CBC Radio One, SiriusXM), host of the nationally televised annual battle of the books,\u00a0Canada Reads, <\/em>and as a guest-host of q, <\/em>the leading arts and culture program in Canada, reaching an audience of 3 million people weekly across North America. He has also had guest-starring and recurring roles on ABC\u2019s Designated Survivor<\/em>, FXX\u2019s Man Seeking Woman<\/em> and CTV\u2019s Cardinal<\/em>, among others. His solo comedy festival show, Muslim Interrupted<\/em>, had a successful 26 date run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival (2016)<\/p>\n

Hassan was the first to do a comedic performance at the ANOKHI Awards, and followed it by winning an ANOKHI award in the comedy category a couple of years later.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s like Raj can’t help but promote me every year! \ud83d\ude42 Hotstar Presents The ANOKHI Awards 2017 is going to be an absolutely great night, with some of the expected awards show stuff, but also a ton of completely unexpected moments.\u00a0 I’ve been waiting a long time for a platform like this. Thank you ANOKHI!\u00a0 And what are YOU waiting for?\u00a0 Get your tickets asap at\u00a0www.anokhiawards.com<\/u>!\u201d \u2013 Ali Hassan<\/em><\/p>\n

CANADIAN PREMIERE OF PAKISTAN\u2019S #1 CELEBRITY FASHION DESIGNER<\/strong><\/p>\n

ANOKHI MEDIA is pleased to welcome its first Pakistan based fashion designer since the inception of the awards 10 years ago!<\/p>\n

Ali Xeeshan
\n<\/strong>Celebrity & Bridal Fashion Designer<\/p>\n

\"\"A graduate from Pakistan School of Fashion Design, Ali Xeeshan has risen to fame with his fresh and unique approach to South Asian bridal wear. His designs showcase a royal, Mughal traditional look with modern blends, catering to brides looking for a change from the ordinary. After receiving an award from the Pakistan Fashion Design Council while still a student, he has gone on to receive acclaim for his fashion showcases at Pantene Bridal Couture Week and PFDC L\u2019Oreal Paris Bridal Week. Xeeshan has also forayed into the world of wall art, along with providing his expert services in wedding choreography and planning, all of which employ his signature blend of the old and the new.<\/p>\n

Amongst the celebrities who have worn his garments are: Mahira Khan Saba Qamar, Mawra Hocane, but to name a few.<\/p>\n

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\u201cI am thrilled to be included in \u2018Hotstar Presents The ANOKHI List 2017\u2019 and to be invited be showcase for the first time in Canada during the Awards show. I look forward to seeing my Canadian fans on November 28th<\/sup>\u00a0in Toronto, with a show that will mesmerize!\u201d \u2013 <\/em>Ali Xeeshan<\/p>\n

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NEW SPONSORS & PARTNERS<\/strong><\/p>\n

ANOKHI MEDIA is pleased to welcome back:<\/p>\n

Rogers as a copper level sponsor.<\/p>\n

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Sapna Toronto as a promotional partner.<\/p>\n

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Weekly Voice as a promotional partner.<\/p>\n

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ANOKHI MEDIA is pleased to announce Eat Clean Meals as the Talent & Volunteer Meals sponsor<\/p>\n

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THE FULL PORTFOLIO OF SPONSORS AND PARTNERS ALREADY ANNOUNCED:<\/strong><\/p>\n

We would like to sincerely thank our entire sponsors and partners\u2019 portfolio <\/strong>for their invaluable support this year. For full list, CLICK HERE<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Hosted By ANOKHI MEDIA<\/strong>
\n<\/a>Presenting Sponsor\u00a0Hotstar<\/strong>
\n<\/a>Chrome Sponsor Brar Sweets, Cargojet<\/strong>
\n<\/a>Copper Sponsor Rogers<\/strong><\/a><\/strong>, Cargojet<\/strong>,<\/a> Home Of Dentistry<\/strong><\/a><\/strong>
\nTin Sponsors\u00a0\u00a0Vasanti Cosmetics<\/strong><\/a>
\nVenue Partner Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex<\/strong><\/a><\/strong>
\nHotel Partner Sheraton Centre Hotel Toronto<\/strong><\/a><\/strong>
\nEvent Logistics Management Think Big Productions<\/strong>
\n<\/a>Talent Management By Chic Events by Sonia<\/strong><\/a><\/strong>
\nAward Show Produced & Directed By Krista Slack<\/strong>
\n<\/a>Fashion Show Produced & Choreographed By Toronto Fashion Academy<\/strong><\/a>
\nShow Animations By Philip Studios<\/strong><\/a>
\nTalent & Volunteer Meals Eat Clean Meals<\/strong>
\n<\/a>Branding By AnEntity Inc.<\/strong>
\nMedia Relations By Mediaworkss!!<\/strong><\/a>
\nFacebook Live By ANOKHI MEDIA<\/a>, Open Chest with Raj Girn<\/strong><\/a>
\nCoverage By ANOKHI\u00a0Pulse TV<\/strong><\/a>, ANOKHI Spotlight TV<\/strong><\/a>, Open Chest with Raj Girn<\/strong><\/a>
\nPromotional Partners: Sapna Toronto<\/a>, The Weekly Voice<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

More to come!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

This year’s media accreditation is now live at:\u00a0<\/i><\/b>http:\/\/www.anokhiawards.com\/media-accreditation\/<\/i><\/b><\/a>.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Celebrity announcements starting next week!<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

EVENT HASHTAGS:
\n<\/strong>Primary hashtag: #hotstarANOKHI17
\n<\/strong>Secondary hashtags: #hotstarTheAnokhiAwards17<\/strong> and #hotstarTheAnokhiList17
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n

For more information about the awards show, coffee table book, and to interview Raj Girn, please contact:<\/p>\n

Sumit Ahuja
\n<\/strong>Sumit@mediaworkss.com
\n<\/a>1.905.962.3304<\/p>\n

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– 30 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

About ANOKHI MEDIA<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

ANOKHI MEDIA was founded in 2002 by its award-winning President and CEO Raj Girn, who had the vision of creating a one-stop multimedia resource to communicate and engage intimately with the global South Asian communit<\/strong>y to which she belongs, as well as provide a platform for relevant and penetrative connectivity between the community and the commercial world<\/strong> at large. With this as the central focus and mission statement, Raj and her team have cultivated a 14-year history of a brand that has forged this vision into the mindshare<\/strong> of the community and market share<\/strong> of the client.<\/em><\/p>\n

ANOKHI MEDIA\u2019s portfolio includes a robust online community<\/strong> with an online magazine, blogosphere, three video channels, a print and digital coffee table book<\/strong>, an annual awards show<\/strong>, a boutique event series<\/strong>, a weekly newsletter<\/strong>, and a global social media<\/strong> network. It has also garnered an extensive, long-term, multi-national client base<\/strong> due to its innovative strategies and pioneering initiatives. The brand has become North America\u2019s premier \u201cgo to\u201d information resource for all aspects associated with South Asian pop culture, lifestyle and entertainment<\/strong>, for the consumer, the media and the commercial sector al large.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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