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ANOKHI12: Rishi Rich, DJ Rekha, Karen David, Zameer Rizvi & Ali Hassan To Attend

Showbiz Mar 03, 2015

by Anokhi Admin

Latest Celebrity Roster Update Includes A Legendary Music Producer, Celebrated Bhangra Deejay, Actress, Singer-Songwriter And Comedian

Tickets to ANOKHI MEDIA's 12th Anniversary awards gala taking place at the historic Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto are selling fast. To Date:

$250 Tix: SOLD OUT!

$200 Tix Still Available In The KOHINOOR Section

Purchase your ticket before it's too late:

http://anokhimedia.com/12thanniversaryevent/tickets/

The $200cdn tickets remaining include: reception, dinner, show, after party and the limited edition, first-time collective 'The ANOKHI List' book as a free gift for all ticket purchases.

This week's confirmed attendance to ANOKHI MEDIA's 12th Anniversary gala are legendary music producer Rishi Rich, celebrated basement bhangra deejay DJ Rekha, ABC's Galavant star Karen David, singer-songwriter Zameer Rizvi and funny man comedian/actor Ali Hassan.

Rishi Rich

Music Producer

"I am very humbled to be honoured by the prestigious ANOKHI awards and am very much looking forward to attending the event.”—Rishi Rich

“If I had to choose one musician who I think was responsible for putting the Indian sound out there in the international market, it would without a doubt, be Rishi. He’s been a beacon for all the young musicians and a pioneer in making Desi cool.”

Bollywood Actor Abhishek Bachchan

Karen David

Actress ABC's Galavant

“It’s such a tickling thought that I’ll be included amongst several talented people in ANOKHI’s first ever book. Good company to be in and I’m very honoured and thankful for the continued support ANOKHI have blessed me with throughout my career. It’ll be wonderful to perform some new songs of mine from my forthcoming EP and from Galavant at ANOKHI’s 12th Anniversary!”—Karen David

“Karen is one of those people who, when you first meet her, you are instantly wary of, because you find it hard to believe that someone can really be so nice. But then, you spend more time with her and you realize it’s not an act – that she’s just genuine and kind in the way most of us pretend to be genuine and kind. It doesn't hurt that she's insanely talented, and the camera loves her, and her face photographs so expressively that even the slightest look from her can save you six pages of expositional dialogue. I adore her."

Dan Fogelman, Creator of ABC’s Hit TV Show, Galavant

DJ Rekha

Legendary Basement Bhangra Deejay

“I have been a fan of ANOKHI since its inception. Raj Girn has created a platform that recognizes all that our South Asian community accomplished. I am humbled to be recognized and part of this historically esteemed list of exceptional South Asians. Toronto is an amazing musical town and it’s an honour to headline the after-party. Toronto, can’t wait to party with you!”—DJ Rekha

“Rekha is not only a masterful and accomplished DJ, she is also unpretentious, humble and generous. Her commitment to social justice and education is integral to her artistic practice. Whether it’s a secret dance club in Brooklyn or a reception hosted by Barack Obama, she always makes people dance.”

Padma Lakshmi, Author & Host of Top Chef

Ali Hassan

Comedian-Actor

“There is no greater joy than having your hard work recognized, especially when it’s by the leading South Asian Lifestyle & Entertainment media brand. Thank you, ANOKHI!”—Ali Hassan

“Ali Hassan is ANOKHI because there’s no other man in the world that can tell a funny joke, cook a gourmet meal, change two sets of diapers, tell another joke, tape an audition, aaaand beat you at scrabble, all at the same friggin’ time!”

Rup Magon, JoSH the BaND

Zameer Rizvi

Singer-Songwriter

“ANOKHI MEDIA put me on the map back in 2009 when they awarded me their 'Most Promising Musical Artist' award. Now, five years later, I’m honoured to be invited back to put on a kick-ass show as a testament to ANOKHI’s faith in me from the beginning. I can’t wait for this event, which has quickly become the South Asian Oscars.”—Zameer Rizvi

“Zameer is larger than life and is an incredibly authentic artist. Producing his upcoming album “Her” was an epic journey for all of us, as I’m sure it will be for its listeners”

13 Times Juno Winner & Grammy Nominated Music Producer, Gavin Brown

PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED CONFIRMED GUESTS:

Manj Musik

Formally of RDB

“I'd like to thank ANOKHI for inviting me to their amazing awards show and I’m very excited to give them a little exclusive Manj Musik performance. Thank you for including me in the 2015 Coffee Table Book and for acknowledging my accomplishments. At the end of the day, I do this for the fans and it’s my passion to entertain…. Thank you!”—Manj Musik

“Manj is a mastermind! I love what he made for me,”

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan.

Vinay Virmani

Actor-Writer, Breakaway & Dr. Cabbie

"ANOKHI has always been a leader in showcasing South Asian talent to mainstream audiences. They celebrate being unique and our unity as South Asian artists. I'm very honoured to be included in THE ANOKHI LIST 2015 and also to take part in their exciting Award Show this year." —Vinay Virmani

“He’s polite, he’s respectful and he’s a damn good actor.”

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan

Danish Anwar

Stand-Up Comedian

"I'm honoured & elated to be included in THE ANOKHI LIST 2015 coffee table book, as I finally have something to give to my mom instead of the university degree she wanted."—Danish Anwar

“If you had to give this honour to one Indian-Bengali-Russian-Canadian comedian and show producer, then Danish is probably the one.”

Radio and TV personality Ali Hassan

Archana Kochhar

Bollywood Celebrity Fashion Designer

“I am extremely thrilled for the North American showcase of my collection at theANOKHI event in Toronto on March 28, 2015. The collection that I will be showcasing is an exclusive range of evening wear.”—Archana Kochhar

“It is always a pleasure to wear an Archana Kochhar ensemble as it always complements my femininity in every sense of the way. I think a saree-gown is an amazing introduction of our traditional saree to the west and not only is it stunning but it drapes sensuously over every feminine curve, the outcome being bewitching.”

Celina Jaitley

To get full bios of all the celebrities visit: http://anokhimedia.com/12thanniversaryevent/celebrities/

Another first to appear at the event is ANOKHI MEDIA’s limited-time, hard-cover, glossy coffee table book entitled THE ANOKHI LIST 2015. This much-anticipated book celebrates the regional, national and international success stories of some of today's most prolific South Asian personalities. The book will be available for limited purchase at the Annual ANOKHI MEDIA Anniversary Event, with only 2,500 copies of the book to be printed.

Cover Design By: Ajay Lad
Creative Concept By: Adil Hirji

“What makes this year even more exciting is that the bulk of the talent we’re featuring in the book will be joining us to launch it that evening,” says Raj Girn, President and CEO, ANOKHI MEDIA. “Sharing that experience with our guests is what will truly make it an unforgettable evening.”

To hear Raj's welcome announcement to you, click http://youtu.be/P-eXuHmyjGc.

The #ANOKHI12 agenda for the grand night comprises:

5.:00 P.M.–7:00 P.M.:
Red Carpet Cocktail Reception
Concert Hall & Ballroom Foyer
Watch Celebrities Walk the Red Carpet, Mix & Mingle, and
Enjoy Sponsored Alcohol & Hors D’Oeuvres.

7:00 P.M.–8:30 P.M.:
Dinner
Concert Hall
Enjoy a Delicious 3-Course Dinner Prepared by
Fairmont Royal York’s Finest Chefs. Includes wine.

8:30 P.M.–11:00 P.M.:

Awards-Fashion-Entertainment Show

Concert Hall

Honouring the South Asian Community with

– Awards Presentations,
– Celebrity Fashion Runway Showcase,
– Live Musical Performances & More.

To View Our Past 8 Years of Glamorous Events

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10:00 P.M.–2:00 A.M.

Industry Gala After-Party

Ballroom

Dance the Night Away at this VIP Invite-Only
(Not Open to the Public) Mix & Mingle Dance Party
with Sponsored Alcohol, Cake.

Purchase your tickets TODAY!!!

$250 SOLD OUT
$200 Still Available

To get your tickets to #ANOKHI12 before it's too late visit:

http://anokhimedia.com/12thanniversaryevent/tickets/

^{_{Images Courtesy of: Rishi Rich, Manj Musik, Archana Kochhar, Karen David, Vinay Virmani, DJ Rekha, Ali Hassan, Zameer Rizvi, Danish Anwar}}

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ANOKHI12: Rishi Rich, DJ Rekha, Karen David, Zameer Rizvi & Ali Hassan To Attend

by Anokhi Admin

Latest Celebrity Roster Update Includes A Legendary Music Producer, Celebrated Bhangra Deejay, Actress, Singer-Songwriter And Comedian

$250 Tix: SOLD OUT!

$200 Tix Still Available In The KOHINOOR Section Purchase your ticket before it's too late:

http://anokhimedia.com/12thanniversaryevent/tickets/

Rishi Rich

Karen David

DJ Rekha

Ali Hassan

Zameer Rizvi

Manj Musik

Vinay Virmani

Danish Anwar

Archana Kochhar

http://anokhimedia.com/12thanniversaryevent/tickets/

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