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Ismaili Muslim Artists in Bollywood: Farhad-Sajid: God is showering blessings on us

August 12, 2014, 7:45 am
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We have previously featured brothers duo Farhad-Sajid Samji at Ismailimail (link below). Here is a latest story from the world of Bollywood. Farhad-Sajid have recently made their first directorial debut.

Our childhood was spent in Bandra in Mumbai. We are Aga Khan Muslims and have always lived together. -Farhad-Sajid

Farhad-Sajid: God is showering blessings on usSajid, 46, and Farhad, 40, are real brothers, who got their break in the film industry due to Salman Khan and have become directors, thanks to Akshay Kumar.

They are proud Aga Khani Ismailis, who have written dialogues for all the hit films of Rohit Shetty and are now debuting with Akshay’s Entertainment. Over an hour-long conversation, we spoke to the inseparable jodi. (Note: It was impossible to say which of the two said what, as they complete each other’s sentence and thus, we have reported it as one voice). Excerpts.

via Farhad-Sajid: God is showering blessings on us, as our father is up there telling him good jokes – The Times of India.

Also read: ‘Entertainment’ Directors Farhad-Sajid: It’s All about Hard Work – http://www.indiawest.com/entertainment/interviews

Earlier related:

Sajid and Farhad Samji: Akshay felt we could be successful directors

Brothers Farhad and Sajid Samji: Full-two entertainers

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Khoja East African Ismaili Recipes – just like mummy used to make, by Zafar Jamal

August 12, 2014, 8:30 am
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Haaris Pramani Photography

August 14, 2014, 9:15 am
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Haaris Pramani Photography

Haaris is a young Ismaili Muslim photographer from Karachi, Pakistan. Born with a passion to shoot images, Haaris has completed his education from Cordoba School for A-Level. He is now waiting to start a new chapter in life with University education.

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/HaarisPramaniPhotography

  1. Also read
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    2. Zed Bana: Documentary Photographer
    3. Ismaili Muslim Musicians from Pakistan: Launch of ‘A Tribute to Mawlana Hazar Imam’
    4. Afzal Huda: How to reinvent yourself as an Artist
    5. Sohail Noorani – ‘Mein Azaad Hoon’
  2. All related Ismaili Muslim Artists
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Karim Ahmad Photography

August 22, 2014, 8:00 am
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Karim Ahmad Photography

Karim Ahmad Khan is an Ismaili Muslim Photographer from Gojal Hunza, Pakistan. Karim Ahmad completed his secondary education from Aga Khan Higher Secondary School, Gilgit. He is now a student of Fine Arts in National College of Arts, Lahore. Karim Ahmad has been a volunteer throughout his life, being a Boy Scout, Shaheen Scout, and a Rover Scout.

Visit and Like his Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Karim-Ahmad-Photography/223194097753029

Recently featured:

Haaris Pramani Photography
Imran Hunzai Photography: Lake Saif ul Malook

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Raheel Lakhani: On the move | the project

August 24, 2014, 11:00 am
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Journeys are all about embracing the moment and at the same time, thinking about what’s next. It’s about the connecting ‘flights’, detour and mishandled adventure.. the route from Islamabad, crossing through Abbotabad, Kaghan, Naran, all the way up to Gilgit. The photo study plays the same game with the viewers – what’s next! As a photographer to me, what brings spirit to a landscape is the miniature figure of a breathing human. I have studied the moments I photographed; now the study challenges the viewer to be more perceptive, see beyond what they see and develop a sense of wonder in details.

Raheel Lakhani: On the move | the project

Click to view Raheel’s journey to the Northern areas of Pakistan.

via On the move – the project | Raheel Lakhani.

All related: http://ismailimail.wordpress.com/tag/raheel-lakhani/

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Afzal Huda/Avi Hudson: Kati Pahari – one of the most notorious locations in Karachi

August 27, 2014, 6:00 am
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Afzal Huda/Avi Hudson: Kati Pahari - one of the most notorious locations in KarachiI’m the black sheep of the family, the maverick, the rebel, the outcast because I’ve always challenged the status quo; by living a life that’s spontaneous, uncertain, and at times dangerous. I believe life begins at the end of your comfort zone – this motto has taken me to many highly controlled yet majestic locations around the world, and has given me some of the most awe-inspiring and surreal experiences of my life.

[...] A few weeks ago, on the way back from the editor’s studio, I got mugged at gun point and lost most of my equipment, including my Macbook and cell phone. The thugs rode straight towards a hilly area, known as the Kati Pahari. Half controlled by the Talibans, the rest by various gangs. It’s an area not even the Karachi Police like to visit.

It’s a place from where no one returns, but the view is spectacular.

More HOW TO ENTER A DO NOT ENTER LOCATION — Krokola.

All related: http://ismailimail.wordpress.com/tag/afzal-huda/

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Filmmaker Arif Lalani

August 29, 2014, 8:00 am
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Arif Lalani is an Ismaili artist from India and Uganda. He is a New York Film Academy graduate from California. Very active as film maker with Hindi, Telugu and English feature films, Arif was part of the filming crew when Mawlana Hazar Imam visited Uganda during Golden Jubilee.

Filmmaker Arif Lalani

Filmmaker Arif Lalani

http://www.ariflalani.com/

https://www.facebook.com/ariflala420

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Online Compendium/Book of Worldwide Ismaili Artists

September 2, 2014, 8:00 am
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Simerg.com is providing an excellent opportunity for all Ismaili Muslim artists from around the world, to participate in submitting their profile to this first ever online collection. Over the years, Ismailimail has featured countless number of Ismaili artists from all over the world. Now it is your time to submit a brief profile and an image from one of your art pieces for inclusion in the next updated version of this unique directory to Simerg.com’s initiative.

A Live & Online Compendium/Book of Worldwide Ismaili Artists

Click here to view the first version: http://simerg.com/2014/09/01/compendium-of-ismaili-artists-from-around-the-world-a-simerg-initiative/

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Rahim – Ricky – Meghani’s iBand (Ismaili Band)

September 8, 2014, 9:03 am
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Rahim - Ricky - Meghani's iBand (Ismaili Band)Celebration to commemorate Aga Khan Museum at Scarborough Jamat Khana.

Rahim Meghani is originally from Karachi, Pakistan and is a resident of Toronto. He has done his Bachelors in Music Compositions from National Academy of Performing Arts, Karachi, Pakistan and holds Diploma in Electronic Media. He is a music scorer and plays keyboard, drum and electric guitar.

iBand (Ismaili band) is an attempt to collaborate with Ismaili musicians to refresh the playing and recording of old Ismaili compositions. Interested musicians in Toronto area, who are willing to join and collaborate, can contact iBand team via email address: iband.unstoppable@gmail.com, or click on Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TorontorianIsmailiMusicians

In this featured video, Rahim is on the keyboard with Suleman Lalani at bass guitar, Jamal Premji playing violin and Karim Moloo providing vocal.

Also watch: http://youtu.be/XcySo8q25L8

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Also listen to earlier posted, “Scarborough Jamatkhana Diya” Song by Zahira Dhalwani

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Simerg: Morning at the New Park, Jamatkhana and Museum

September 9, 2014, 4:50 pm
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Astrolabe. Credit: Aga Khan Museum Collection

Astrolabe. Credit: Aga Khan Museum Collection

The Ismaili Centre and the Aga Khan Museum will be officially opened later this week in the presence of His Highness the Aga Khan, the 49th Imam of the Ismaili Muslims. A series of poems celebrating the many aspects of the two majestic buildings as well as their Park, which is to be opened in 2015, will be published throughout the week. Simerg.com begins with Navyn Naran’s contemplative piece, Morning at the New Park, Jamatkhana and Museum.

http://simerg.com/modern-artistic-expressions-2/poetic-expressions-the-poets-and-their-poetry/morning-at-the-new-park-jamatkhana-and-museum/

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Aly Sunderji: Folksong – Mawlana Hazar Imam’s visit to Toronto

September 12, 2014, 8:01 am
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Dedicated to Mawlana Hazar Imam: Afroza (TJ) Vellani and Karim Vellani

September 12, 2014, 8:21 am
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Dedicated to Mawlana Hazar Imam: Afroza (TJ) Vellani and Karim Vellani

Sung by: Afroza (TJ) Vellani
Written, Composed, Arranged, Played, Recorded, Mixed & Mastered by Karim Vellani @ KVTJ Digital

Click here to watch/listen: http://youtu.be/2rktYvVX1tc

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Khush Aamadi Welcome by RC & Party

September 12, 2014, 1:00 pm
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RockStar Natasha Baig

September 17, 2014, 7:03 am
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RockStar Natasha BaigNatasha Baig is an Ismaili Muslim artist, who was born in Hunza (Northern Pakistan) and ultimately became a national voice in 2013.

Natasha was selected as one of the 6 best voices of Pakistan for Cornetto Music Icons, a reality show, aired on various channels consecutively for months, giving Natasha the perfect break! Trained and mentored by Zoe Viccaji, performed “Dekha Na Tha” right during the presence of legendary singer of Pakistan, Alamgir in the show, and hearing back-to-back claps for her performances stood a turning point of her career.

With her thin fingers on strings of guitar, Natasha brings drizzle of happiness and perfect 360 degree smile for her fans when she is on stage!

Natasha Baig isn’t just a singer, but the voice of millions of girls who want to live their dreams – Natasha opens a chapter in lives of girls who aspire to fulfill their aspirations, becoming stars!

Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RockStarNatasha
Her SoundCloud Collection: https://soundcloud.com/natasha-bayg

One of her performances:

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Sohail Chatur: Stand up Comedian

September 19, 2014, 12:42 pm
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Sohail Chatur: Stand up ComedianComedy Knight: Laurier economics student in the standup business

By Jeff Hicks for Waterloo Region Record

WATERLOO — In Arabic, Sohail Chatur’s first name means easygoing.

“Oh, the irony,” deadpanned the Wilfrid Laurier University economics student as he devoured a plate of fish and fries about an hour before showtime.

His cellphone rang. His fork — haddock hanging mid-prong like a dangling punchline — dropped to his plate as he stood in a cosy, little British pub on a Wednesday night.

“I have to take this,” he said.

Of course he did. A Biblical rain fell outside and he worried his soggy young comedians might get washed away en route to the Churchill Arms. Two by two, they showed up in their soggy Power Rangers and Ninja Turtles T-shirts.

Chatur, 19, isn’t just the host and opening act. This studious Mississauga son of a warehouse supervisor dad and a government mediator mom is also the promoter.

More http://www.therecord.com/news-story/4861764-comedy-knight-laurier-economics-student-in-the-standup-business/

All related Ismailimail: http://ismailimail.wordpress.com/category/ismaili-muslim-artists/

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Big prizes for Andrew Haji

September 19, 2014, 1:15 pm
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Big prizes for Andrew Hajivia James Reaney’s Blog: International Vocal Competition ‘s-Hertogenbosch (IVC): Canadian tenor Andrew Haji (1985), winner of the Grand Prix ‘s-Hertogenbosch 2014. Finals with the Philharmonie Zuidnederland, under conductor Kenneth Montgomery. — at Theater aan de Parade

Banting grad and London-raised opera singer Andrew Haji, now of Toronto, has won a major competition in the Netherlands. The awards were announced Sunday (if JBNBlog’s day count is correct)
*Restraint has kept us from saying Dutch treats in the headline … go Andrew.

Thanks to Darryl Edwards for the following . . .

I’m pleased to share this wonderful news about Andrew Haji (COSI 2014, 2011, 2010). He entered one of the world’s most prestigious singing competitions, the International Vocal Competition IVC ‘s-Hertogenbosch, through the preliminary round we held for the first time ever at COSI this summer. Andrew also shone there as one of our Rodolfos in La Bohème.

Read more http://blogs.canoe.ca/brandnewblog/entertainment/big-prizes-for-banting-tenor-andrew-haji/

Earlier:

Andrew Haji makes Canadian Opera Company debut

Andrew Haji – In 30 Hot Canadian Classical Musicians Under 30 – CBC Music

All related: http://ismailimail.wordpress.com/category/ismaili-muslim-artists/

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Tasleem Jessani: Lead Designer at Mango Tango Interiors

September 19, 2014, 1:45 pm
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Tasleem JessaniTasleem Jessani, lead designer at Mango Tango Interiors, strives to achieve a balance of individuality, sustainability and versatility in every project she oversees. Her holistic approach to design, which takes into account her clients’ diverse needs and vision, comes from years of experience living and working internationally, which has given her a unique understanding of how different cultures approach design. “Anywhere you spend time, the experience should offer you continuous growth, suit your needs and reflect your values,” she says.

Tasleem Jessani: Lead Designer at Mango Tango InteriorsAt the show you will have an opportunity to meet some designers in the “Ask a designer series.” in the Main Hall. Tasleem will be at the show at the following times. There will be volunteers to assist you in booking an appointment.

Thursday 18th September – 7pm to 8pm
Friday 19th September – 3pm-to 4pm & 6pm to 9pm
Saturday 20th September – 6-9pm
Sunday 21st September 1-2pm

Website: http://www.mangotangointeriors.com/
Twitter: @mangotangointrs
Facebook: https://fb.com/MangoTangoInteriors

http://calgaryhds.com/CHDS/EventsHome.aspx

Tasleem Jessani: Lead Designer at Mango Tango Interiors

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Calgary Fashion Spotlight: Malika Rajani | Avenue

September 25, 2014, 7:30 am
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Calgary Fashion Spotlight: Malika Rajani | AvenueGet to know Malika Rajani, who is creating the most beautiful leather fashions right here in Calgary

A successful fashion designer wouldn’t be so without a myriad of influences and inspirations, as well as a serious drive to create. This is very true for Calgary’s Malika Rajani, owner of fashion label Malika. Her Indian heritage, world travels and experiences living in New York City and Calgary have all helped shape her designs.

Although it’s only been a few years, the fashion industry has been an interesting ride for Rajani and there are more adventures in this young designer’s future, as she creates leather fashions for Malika that are both edgy and a breath of fresh air.

Click here to read more: http://www.avenuecalgary.com/Shopping-Style/Calgary-Fashion-Spotlight-Malika-Rajani/

http://malikacouture.com

Related Ismailimail

Tasleem Jessani: Lead Designer at Mango Tango Interiors
Alyshea Surani: Model & Fashion Blogger
Fashion: William Baldwin for Sacoor Brothers
Designer Farida Lalji presents at Vancouver Fashion Week
My world: Fashionista Rosemin Manji

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Sheniz Janmohamed: Firesmoke Book Launch Word Wednesday Contest (Toronto residents only)

September 25, 2014, 10:30 am
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What do you find sacred? What is sacred to you?

Like and Comment your answer on below Facebook post to be entered in a draw for a BOOK PRIZE PACK. Visit the Facebook page for more information.

https://www.facebook.com/events/486454721489386/

Sheniz Janmohamed is a Spoken Word Artist, Author, Poet and Founder of Ignite Poets (Sufi Poets Series).

Twitter: @ShenizJ

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Sheniz Janmohamed: Jaipur Literature Festival 2013

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Yasmin P. Karim: Commemorating the Opening Ceremony of the Ismaili Centre, Toronto & Aga Khan Museum

September 25, 2014, 11:25 am
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I was inspired by the speech of Nur Mawlana Shah Karim al-Husayni Hazir Imam and Prince Amyn, as they used the word “enlightenment”, which has spiritual significance.

I asked myself what does the word “enlightenment” mean to me as an artist and as an individual believing in the esoteric aspect of Islam?

My mind was making a constant connection …

 – Yasmin P. Karim, an artist inspired by symbols in nature 

Yasmin Karim: Commemorating the Opening Ceremony of the Ismaili Centre, Toronto & Aga Khan Museum

Click here to download/read the PDF: CONNECTIONS: Commemorating the Opening Ceremony of the Ismaili Centre, Toronto & Aga Khan Museum, by Yasmin Karim, Vancouver

About Yasmin P. Karim

Yasmin P. Karim born in Arusha, Tanzania with the backdrop of Mt Kilimanjaro, moved to Canada in the 1970.

She is a non-narrative experimental director and animator who has been actively making and exhibiting art for sixteen years. Her filmography includes short film My Mountain, 7 Cycles, and the AMPIA award winning SIJJIL.

Yasmin inspires audiences with her organic process using the principles of nature. Her approach combines the physical science and spiritual science together with opposites states such as living and inanimate, beauty with tention, colour as light and texture with movement to create abstract symbolic art.

Yasmin’s current work is about symbols that go beyond the physical outward experiences, to explore the hidden sublime beauty of nature.

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All stories from Ismailimail reporting from the ground:

Noorani Family at Ismaili Centre, Toronto and Aga Khan Museum inauguration - Mawlana Hazar Imam, Prince Amyn, Prince Rahim with Princess Salwa, and Prince Hussain

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Happy Birthday Princess Zahra

IM Reporting from TO - Discovering Ismaili Centre, Toronto - An Architectural and Engineering Gem

Discovering the Aga Khan Park - Reflections – An Interplay of Nature with the Built Environment

Discovering the Aga Khan Museum - Bellerive Room – Prince and Princess Sadruddin Aga Khan Collection

Aga Khan Museum - Welcomes the World – Doors Open to the Public

Discovering the Aga Khan Museum - Performing Arts Venues – Auditorium, Courtyard, Hallways and the Park

Discovering the Aga Khan Museum - Masterpieces from the Collection

IM Reporting from TO - Discovering Aga Khan Museum - The Gift Shop

IM Reporting from TO - Humbled and Grateful - Ismailimail invited to momentous occasion

Accelerate your Awareness – Explore, Discover and Learn more about the Aga Khan Projects in Toronto


Constellations - Aga Khan Museum, Ismaili Centre and their Park - Retrospective -  Artistic Renderings - Urban Toronto Article

Contemplation and Reflection - Aga Khan Museum and Ismaili Centre, Toronto – Beacons of Light

Constellations - Aga Khan Museum, Ismaili Centre and their Park – Video Montage

Jubilation - Aga Khan Museum and Ismaili Centre – Road Signs go up ahead of the opening

Aga Khan Museum Series (Perspectives on matters of the Intellect, Knowledge and Wisdom)

Constellations - Aga Khan Museum – Building a Knowledge Epicenter - His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan on the choice of Toronto

Constellations - Aga Khan Museum – Evoking Wisdom - Prince Amyn Aga Khan on Peace

Constellations - Aga Khan Museum – Triggering Intellectual Anxiety - Louis Monreal on the purpose of the Museum

Constellations - Aga Khan Museum – A Symphony of Light, Shadow and Geometry

DYK - Intellectual Perspective - Avicenna - Cannon of Medicine

Aga Khan Museum - Ready to Inform, Educate, Inspire

Aga Khan Museum Opening – Global Media Coverage - Canada, Kenya, Pakistan, Spain, UK, USA

Ismaili Centres Series (Perspectives on matters of the Soul and Spirit)

Constellations - Ismaili Centres - Foundation Stone and Inauguration Ceremonies – Special Moments and Speeches of Mowlana Hazar Imam

Constellations - Ismaili Centres - Global Centres of Confluence

Constellations - Ismaili Centres - Architecture, Design and a Video Montage

DYK - Spiritual Perspective - Prayer Book

Aga Khan Toronto Park (Perspectives on matters of Felicity, Humanity and Nature)

Constellations - Aga Khan Park, Toronto – Garden of Paradise - Peace and Felicity

Constellations - Aga Khan Park, Toronto – Echoes of Paradise - the Garden and Flora in Islamic Art

DYK - Nature Perspective - Ottoman Gold Leaf

DYK - Gardens – an important part of the Muslim civilisation’s built environment

Aga Khan Trust For Culture (Perspectives on matters of Creative Collaborations and Partnerships)

Constellations - Creative Collaborations - Masterpieces of the Aga Khan Museum European and Asian Exhibition Tours

Cultural Diplomacy - Aga Khan Museum – The Road to Toronto via Parma, London, Paris, Lisbon - Lessons from the European Tour

Cultural Diplomacy - Aga Khan Museum – Project Brief

Cultural Diplomacy - Aspirations of the Aga Khan Museum - Canadian Museums Association

Cultural Diplomacy - The Toronto Trio - Canadian ArchitectSimerg - In the Making - The Aga Khan Museum, The Ismaili Centre and The Park – A Photo Essay

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