Wassup! Andheri – Back and Bigger! Mumbai’s very own cultural festival for the suburbs

Wassup! Andheri – Back and Bigger!

Mumbai’s very own cultural festival for the 

suburbs

returns for its second edition

Mumbai, February 21, 2013: After a successful debut last year on the city’s event scene, Wassup! Andheri by F5 Advertainment, an exclusively designed festival for the suburbs is set to return, only this time in a bigger, better avatar. Having celebrated the suburb’s and the city’s pulse and created a brand of its own already, this year’s edition promises to pack in all the extravaganza of last year and much more.

First up, the length of the festival is longer this time, owing to public demand and Wassup! Andheri will now be held over four days – beginning from February 28, 2013 and going up to March 3, 2013. It moves to a larger, more characteristic location too, the Chitrakoot Grounds in the heart of Andheri West.

That said, it is the itinerary packed in by promoters F5 Advertainment that’s the newsmaker again this year. From performing arts and fashion to literature and music, the Wassup! 2013 calendar has reinvented itself already, while keeping its motto of ‘entertainment for all ages’ intact. This second edition, the list of events expands too, with workshops, street plays, readings and innovative acts.

Speaking on the replicating the success, Mr Ajay Modgil, Founder and CEO, F5Advertainment shared, “We were overwhelmed by the reactions of guests and participants during the first edition and had promised to return in a bigger, better avatar. Having learnt several knacks of the event, we’re prepared this time to make Wassup! Andheri an even better experience. We owe it to the suburb which has been a focal point for the entertainment industry not only locally but nationally.”

Wassup! Andheri gives you a chance to view some of the rare and fascinating art pieces and paintings by sculptors and artists from across the country. More than 15 large installations curated by Aura Art will be displayed on the grounds, and more than 50 paintings, sculptures and photographs will adorn the Gallery section. Works of renowned artists like Arzan Khambatta, Sangeeta Singh, Manasi Manjrekar, Avantika Mathur, Chandrakant Ganacharya, Prakash Bal Joshi, Amisha Mehta, Sunil Deore, Sanjay B Nikam, Manoj Das,  Rohan Sonavan name a few, will be exhibited. The festival promises not only entertaining but also an enriching cultural and educational experience for the city. 

And to make an impact as powerful as the debut edition, the organisers have roped in a host of celebrities, experts and known names –most of them locals who’ve made it large in their respective fields – to participate and advise on the themes and content of the event. No doubt that the festival will have cross-disciplinary events and a 360-degree view of Mumbai and India, albeit with the suburban perspective of Andheri.

Leading Bollywood choreographers and partner Wassup! Andheri Bosco – Caesar shared, “Love it or loathe it, Andheri today is at the heart of Mumbai, and Wassup! Andheri is undoubtedly the biggest event on its social calendar.”

February 28th, 2013 – Thursday

WORKSHOPS

INAUGURATION: National Award Winning Actor, Mr. Abhishek Bachchan will inaugurate the festival and jumpstart the entertainment quotient at Wassup! Be there to catch him 'Live’

10.00am - 11.00am

Humaramovie.com: Award Winning Directors Anurag Basu & Vikramaditya Motwane will select and guide 16 short listed contestants out of multiple entries and mentor them to make short films. These films will compete and be showcased on 3rd March for audience poll.

11.00am - 1.00pm

Bowls of Goodness: Catch Chef Abhinanda Bhattacharya cook some amazing Salads and bring about a new dimension to healthy, wealthy & wise. 1.00pm - 2.00pm

Concept Design Seminar: Brand Ambassador of the Rochester Institute of Technology, New York, Manasi Manjrekar will give valuable tips on 'Concept Design and its application in the real world'

4.00pm - 5.00pm

Panel Discussion

"Writing for the Women of Today" Noted women authors Milan Vohra, Madhuri Banerjee and Pia Heikkila, who have made their mark in the Literature World are here to get into a Panel discussion.

5.00pm - 5.30pm

Book Launch: Harlequin contest winner and India's first Mills & Boon author Milan Vohra, returns with her second book Tic-Toc We're 30. Witness the book launch exclusively at Wassup! Andheri.

5.30pm - 6.00pm

Fitness on the Go - Follow some simple techniques by Fitness Guru Abhishek Sharma and lead a healthy life without compromising on your daily routine.6.00pm - 6.45pm

Amish: Renowned Indian Author known for his Bestsellers, "The Immortals Of Meluha" & "The Secrets Of The Nagas" will talk about his third book 'The Oath of the Vayuputras: Shiva Trilogy#3.

6.45pm - 7.30pm

Movie Screening: "Harishchandra chi Factory" Watch the epic film depicting the struggle of Dadasaheb Phalke in the making of 'Raja Harishchandra' in 1913: India's first feature film that gave birth to Indian cinema, followed by a Panel Discussion with some of the film’s cast.

7.30pm - 9.30pm

LOUNGE

Bombay Judo Club - Get acquainted with some systematic techniques on Self Defense by Judo Master Yatin Bangera & his team in an exclusive workshop. 5.30pm - 6.00pm

Michael Jackson, is it ?:  Get set to watch a thrilling performance by Russel Baptista, as he pays a Tribute to the King of Pop.

6.10pm - 6.30pm

“Spare Ribs” : Street Play  - Performed by Law da Liasion, a story of three little pigs on a quest to avenge the death of their parents.

But 'Who let the dogs out?' 6.30pm - 7.00pm

PERFORMANCES

Clean and Polished Humour: Comedians 'Sapan Verma' & 'Atul Khatri' will tickle your funny bone, by presenting you with some clean & polished humour. Whatever that means! - 7.00pm - 7.20pm

SVKM's Rising Rhythms - An energetic percussion set using Djembes & Darbucas creating various rhythms & grooves. Performed by students of SVKM International & GPP High School - 7.20pm - 7.35pm

Devesh Mirchandani & Troupe - A beautiful blend of Kathak & Contemporary movements & expressions. - 7.35pm - 7.40pm

Dance Mixture - When classical Bharatanatyam combines with Bollywood, the outcome is fun and to present that, we bring to you Latha Singh, a trained classical dancer. - 7.40pm - 7.50pm

Stand up Comedy: Abish Mathew, a stand up comedy artist popular among the Delhi audience is now here at Wassup! Andheri to drop you from your seats with his witty lines. - 7.50pm - 8.15pm

‘Warrior Women' by Adhuna Akhtar - Adhuna Akhtar and Team Bblunt present an evening of spectacular hairdressing display for the fierce women of today. Hairdressing being the fastest growing industry, they are proud to be right at the cutting edge to give you that edge in your personality.- 8.15pm - 9.00pm

Indo Gypsies - Mumbai based Folk/Fusion band is all set to leave you spell bound with their power packed performance ranging from Kandisa to Jail House Rock. - 9.00pm - 10.00pm

March 1st, 2013 – Friday

WORKSHOPS

Looking Fab !  - An interactive seminar on Slimming, Grooming & Beauty by renowned Television Personality & Cosmetic Physician Dr. Shamoly Khera, Owner of Slim Sutra. - 10.00am - 11.00am

Ikebana Workshop - Acquire floral design skills for personal enjoyment and develop a therapeutic relationship with flowers. Workshop by Institute of Floral Design. - 11.00am - 12.00noon

Casting C'ouch' - Renowned Casting Director of Bollywood Blockbusters like Rockstar, Love Aaj Kal, Gangs of Wasseypur 1 & 2 is here at Wassup! Andheri to talk about the process and nuances of Casting.- 12.00pm - 2.00pm

Chef Amrita Raichand and Chef Saransh Goila (Food Food)

These Celebrity Chefs will show you fantastic ways of making nutritious food taste yummy & appealing to children. - 2.00pm - 3.00pm

S. Hussain Zaidi - Veteran crime reporter & author of the Bestseller titled “Dongri to Dubai” is here to give his valuable insights on Crime Writing. Be there to get an insight from the man who witnessed it all.

4.00pm - 5.00pm

Creative Writing Workshop: A perfect blend of crime & fiction is his forte and to let you learn this fine art, Salil Desai will be at Wassup! Andheri for an exclusive discussion on Crime Writing. - 5.00pm - 5.30pm

Wait or Weight - Get tips on Effective Weight Management by registered Dietician Shweta Bhatia & her team. - 5.30pm - 6.30pm

‘Advertising in the Next Decade’ - An interesting take on how the Ad World will take shape in the future by none other than Sonal Dabral, Chairman & Creative Officer at the DDB Mudra Group. - 6.30pm - 7.30pm

LOUNGE

Street Play by "Parichay Theatre Association" - Watch them bring about a message that with team work one can conquer the impossibilities we face in our daily lives and how the weakness of our teammates can be converted into strengths. - 5.00pm - 5.30pm

Ativirya - A street play with a commanding message on Women Empowerment to bring about a change in the society & its beliefs.

5.30pm - 6.00pm

PERFORMANCES

Twisted Hertz - Live Percussions with two Dj's producing sounds you may not have heard before. Crowds that have witnessed their performances swear by them. Watch them right here at Wassup! Andheri. - 6.30pm - 7.00pm

Choral Ensemble by Auxilia's Eclectic Music Institute - A music piece themed 'Music as a tool of enrichment & positivity to beautify people's life'. Performed by kids & adults. - 7.00pm - 7.15pm

SRIJON - A school of Rabindrasangeet led by actor Kamalika Guha Thakurta where people learn, practice and perform the music of Late Shri Rabindranath Tagore. They will present a medley of Tagore's songs used in Hindi feature films. - 7.15pm - 7.30pm

Unrehearsed & Unscripted Comedy by Shitzngiggles: Watch out for comedy scenes based on suggestions from the audience. Comedians Karan Talwar, Varun Thakur, Brig Bhakta & Adar Malik will take you through this funny tour. - 7.30pm - 8.15pm

Indus Moon Project - A band that will take you back to the Legends like Bon Jovi, U2 and Cold Play to name a few. - 8.15pm - 8.45pm

Raahie The Band - Watch out as Raahie weaves magic on stage with popular covers in their unique style and some original compositions.

8.45pm - 9.15pm

March 2nd, 2013 – Saturday

WORKSHOPS

Age No Bar - Reverse the process of ageing by following Irma Battig's 5 simple 'Tibetan Rites' exercises that help to maintain & stimulate your endocrine system making you look younger. - 11.00am - 12.00 noon

The Next Big Star! - Being in Andheri, how could we miss out on this! Renowned Casting Director Mukesh Chhabra himself will take live auditions for some of his upcoming Bollywood projects.

12.00pm - 2.00pm

“Extra Sensory Perception" - Get set to witness highly enjoyable experiments & demonstrations in Intuition, Telepathy, Tele-kinesis, Clairvoyance and Premonition by renowned ESP specialist, Deepak Rao. - 3.30pm - 4.30pm

Travel + Photography + Literature - Travel Writer & Avid Photographer 'Rishad Saam Mehta' talks about his adventurous travelling experiences & his anecdotes with photographs of the usual and the unusual. - 4.30pm - 5.30pm

Panne se Parde tak - One of the nation's most prominent & well acclaimed film director & script writer, Dr. Chandraprakash Dwivedi, best known for directing the television epic Chanakya, will share his journey from Novels to Films with Ajay Bramhatmaj, prominent film scholar and journalist . - 5.30pm - 6.30pm

ART DIRECTION - Fine Art or What? - An exclusive workshop on Art Direction by Internationally acclaimed Art Director-‘Sukant Panigrahy'. Catch him Live as he gives his views & insights on the art world and films.

6.30pm - 7.30pm

LOUNGE

Golden Kite Club - Established in 1972, the Golden Kite Club is the oldest kite flying club of India and has represented the country internationally. Watch them do what they do best with colourful designer kites. - 3.30pm - 5.30pm

"Killol Children Drama Group" -  A Russian play translated in Hindi and enacted in a humorous way, giving out a unique & crisp message. This play is performed by children.- 5.30pm - 5.45pm

Dharavi Rocks - An educational project with Acorn Foundation (an NGO working for the welfare of slum children and waste collectors/ rag pickers), will create music out of waste materials and much more.

5.45pm - 6.15pm

PERFORMANCES

Stand-up Comedy - Utsav Chakraborty is a writer, digital strategist & vocal percussionist who will leave you in splits with his humor.

6.30pm - 6.45pm

Sun Downer by Funk Studio - Funk Studio, a platform for highly talented musicians of different genres launches at Wassup! Andheri. This mesmerising performance will feature the Khan Brothers, Raj-gayaks of the Mirasi Lineage of Jaisalmer, among others. Miss this at your own cost. - 6.45pm - 7.30pm

Stand-up Comedy - Rated as one of the top 10 comedians in India, Aditi Mittal is one woman whose all set to push the limits with her intelligent humor. - 7.30pm - 7.50pm

RUDRA TANDAV - A high-energy piece performed by The World Dance Center India that employs Bharatanatyam, Contemporary and Kalari dance forms to enthrall the audience. Led by the Artistic Director, Ratika Kumar - 7.50pm - 7.54pm

Phoenix Dance Studio - Combining  Jive, Salsa, Contemporary & Bollywood, the Phoenix Dance Studio’s performance is based on the theme “Be Reborn”, reflecting the true spirit of being alive.

7.54pm - 7.59pm

VED Institute Of Performing Arts- A Kathak Marathon performed on live music specially choreographed to depict the life in Andheri with intricate footwork, colourful costumes & an artistic presentation.

7.59pm - 8.09pm

Split Sole Dance Academy, Jazz: As the ancient adage says 'Old is Gold', SSDA takes you through a trip down memory lane. It's 'Singing in the Rain'! - 8.09pm - 8.14pm

Zenith Dance Institute - A performance by kids & adults on Bollywood hits combining dance styles like hip hop, b-boying & belly dance, this performance is sure to keep you entertained. - 8.14pm - 8.24pm

Stand Up Comedy: Keshav Naidu, an Indian comic with universally enjoyable material, will talk about modern urban life, marriage and his South Indian upbringing. - 8.24pm - 8.39pm

The World Dance Center, India - A modern BALLET piece by the children’s ballet division of TWDC - 8.39pm - 8.43pm

VED Institute Of Performing Arts - A "Peacock Dance" performed on live music to depict various modes of a peacock through unique movements. - 8.43pm - 8.47pm

Split Sole Dance Academy - To break rules, you've gotta know the rules and that's probably one of the most important rule of contemporary dance. SSDA puts together a beautiful Indo-Contemporary piece which helps us understand exactly why contemporary is such a celebrated and evolving dance form. - 8.47pm - 8.52pm

Hypnotics Dance Crew - Watch out for this dance troupe, as they perform Hip Hop with a new form of popping dance form called Tutting, influenced by ancient Egyptian art composed primarily of movements with 90 degree. - 8.52pm - 8.59pm

Tanz Verden Ballroom International - An institute run by Internationally Certificed dance trainers Diago Pereira and Reesha Dhulap, will spell magic on the dance floor with their magnificent Duet Rumba, the Paso Doble & the ever graceful Cha Cha. - 8.59pm -  9.07pm

Stand up Comedy - Rated by the Times Of India as one of India's top 6 comedians, Sorabh Pant is sure to shake you from your seats with his humorous performance. - 9.07pm - 9.27pm

Split Sole Dance Academy - SSDA  believes that Hip Hop is not a dance form but a culture that the youth speaks today. From 'gangster' to a casual RnB, SSDA offers a variety of different genres. - 9.27pm - 9.32pm

VED Institute Of Performing Arts - An innovative dance piece combining the styles of Kathak & Belly Dancing. - 9.32pm - 9.36pm

Zumba Fitness - Dance & yet be fit!! This is the message that this authentic Zumba Fitness Group will spread to the audience through their power packed performance. - 9.36pm - 9.45pm

Split Sole Dance Academy - SSDA presents its signature style Jazz Funk, a spunky combination of Jazz Techniques and Hip Hop beats, danced with immense style and attitude while staying firmly rooted to intricacies of Jazz moves. - 9.45pm - 9.50pm

The World Dance Center, India - TWDC performs the Closing act called DHOL, conducted on ‘live’ drums. This entertaining Bollywood and African jazz bonanza will not let you stay on your seat. Come join us in the Finale. - 9.50pm Onwords

March 3rd, 2013 – Sunday

WORKSHOPS

Pet Management Workshop - An interactive session on effective pet care along with their nutritional needs exclusively by Dr. Manu Sharma- Animal Welfare Officer (Govt. of India), followed by a Pet Adoption Drive by 'World for All'. - 10.00am - 11.00am

Are You Getting Published? - Grey Oak Publishers and Book Lovers announce Winners of their short story competition. The best stories from the competition get published in Urban Shots, a series by Grey Oak Publishers. - 11.00am - 12.00pm

Image Consulting Workshop - Learn to create your perfect impression in the first go and be successful in your personal, social & professional lives. An interactive workshop by Image Consulting Business Institute - 12.00pm - 1.00pm

Master Class with Rajat Kapoor - Winner of three National Awards, Rajat Kapoor is here to conduct a Master Class from rehearsal to stage with Shakespeare! Drama in the making. - 2.00pm - 4.00pm

Click Click: In an exclusive workshop, catch Ace Photographer - Joy Datta give out some valuable tips on the art of photography. 4.30pm - 5.30pm

To be Happy and Gay - A panel discussion on a new genre of writing, catering to the long ignored LGBT community: Panelists - Shobhna S. Kumar - Publisher of Queer Ink, Ashok Row Kavi - Gay Rights Activists and Founder of Bombay Dost Magazine and Arun Mirchandani - Author of ‘You are Not Alone’. - 5.30pm - 6.30pm

In Conversation with: Renowned Film Personality Sudhir Mishra talks to film maker Jaideep Verma about Cinema through his lens.

6.30pm - 7.30pm

LOUNGE

IDEA MUMBAI - A street play to pay tribute to one of India’s finest novel writer & dramatist - the Late Shri Munshi Premchand. His remarkable stories will be performed by a group of experienced and enthusiastic street play artists. - 5.30pm - 6.00pm

PERFORMANCES

Stand Up Comedy - Comedians Sahil Shah & Azeem Banatwala are on a quest to make you roll with laughter. Their topics seem very unusual.

6.00pm - 6.30pm

Kung Fu - Shimayon Ningshen, a specialist in the art of Kung Fu & Wushu will showcase some gravity defying synchronised acts.6.30pm - 6.50pm

The Mumbai Mariachis - Inspired by music from Africa, Spain & South America, Helena & the Mumbai Mariachis create soul stirring Gypsy rock and Afro Cuban rhythms, in their unique style. - 6.50pm - 7.20pm

Judgement Hour by Humaramovie.com - The 16 selected film makers mentored by Anurag Basu & Vikramaditya Motwane will be judged at this hour. Let the audience at Wassup! Andheri decide the final winner.

7.20pm - 8.05pm

Pankaj Awasti - A critically acclaimed Bollywood singer & composer will, along with his band, leave the audience spellbound & wanting for more.

8.05pm - 8.35pm

Just Us - URL and Reeky will take you by surprise with their unique musical journey. - 8.35pm - 9.05pm

Standup Comedy - One of the city's funniest Chartered Accountant, Kunal Rao is all set to leave you in splits with his witty humor.

9.05pm - 9.25pm

Finale Act - Bollywood Music Director/ Singer/ Songwriter and an alumni of IIM, Ahmedabad, Gaurav Dagaonkar will deliver a mesmerising  end to Wassup! Andheri 2013. - 9.25pm - 10.00pm

Visual Arts (Feb 28 - March 3, 2013)

ART INSTALLATIONS

Hitesh Gilder - What's in the Bag?

Prakash Bal Joshi, Amisha Mehta - Wall of Fame

Sangeeta Singh, Rishiraj Singh Sethi - It's Raining Dollars

Chandrakant Ganacharya - The Unquestionable Star

Manasi Manjrekar - Tribute to honor the Music legends (2011-2012)

Manasi Manjrekar - Dinacharya

Avantika Mathur - Women Power

Belinda - Introspection

Sunil Deore - Bull

Sunil Deore - Hunter

Sanjay Nikam - Buddha

Manoj Das - Rest Chair

Rohan Sonavane - Peace 1

Rohan Sonavane - Peace 2

ART GALLERY (Paintings, Sculptures & Photography)

Aura Art Development Pvt Ltd

Painted Rhythm

Point of Hue

Asian Canvas

Different Strokes

Angel Canvas

Bazaar

Imagimake

Wanna Party & Tallaoo Casa

Moxie Designers

Limited Edition

Starryartz

Frou Frou

Shor Sharaba

Confluence Elite

Captainkyso

Zaerea Designs

Rangrezza

Cambay Agates

BohoChick

Scarlet Studio

Nisha Carpets

Iishtart

Market Craft

Meta Morphosis

Kalam Designer Rug

Under the Mango Tree

Art Chaska

Aura Divine

Multifunctional Muffler

Kuppa Kids

The World Dance Centre, India

Banjara Fashion Jewellery

Ihfasia

D R Fashion

Red Light Bimbos

Royal Appliances

Savariya Rajasthani Painting

Shop for Change

Prerna Sansthan

Sweven

Param Para Jana Seva Sang

Fluke Design Company

Creative Handicrafts

Shramik Naari Sangh

Handloom Destination

Shanti Hastakala

Food Corner

Almond Flower - Indian Cuisine

Yogurt Express - Frozen Yogurt

Isayice - Ice Golas

Pizza Factory - Pizzas

Café Chokolade - Quick Shakes

Fresh & Fast - Snacks

M.N.C - Pav Bhaji and Pulav

Love Sugar & Dough - Cup Cakes

South Galore - Dosas and More

Taste of India – Chinese

Special

Get Funked - Here’s your chance to participate in something extraordinary. From live graffiti to caricature, metal works to customization, funky head gears to trendy tattoo art, get funked at Wassup! Andheri. - Feb 28 - March 3, 5pm onwar

KIDS

CREATIVE KIDS - (Feb 28 - March 3)

Kids Palette- A workshop where kids explore the amazing world of colours with fabric painting activity. Kids can design and paint some amazing hand bags for themselves.

Master Chef: Our Master Chefs would try their hands on some mouthwatering choco- ice-cream pop ups

Fun Run: The all time favorite- Tattoo Art for kids. And also some fun games like Feed The Clown & Treasure Hunt with on the spot prizes.

MAKE N BAKE -  (Feb 28 - March 3)

A paint your own pottery studio where you can choose from a variety of ceramic pieces. Design and Paint it yourself and we would fire it for you making it microwave-able and food safe.

Grooming Babies: An exploratory event for children in the age group of 18 months to 5 years and their parents where they get to decode principals of everyday physics and be ‘inventors’ themselves.

4.00pm - 6.00pm (February 28th)

Pepper Corns - A gourmet home party catering service and an innovative fun cooking class will specially teach children to artistically ice their own cup cake which they can relish to their hearts content.

6.00pm - 8.00pm (February 28th )

Craft Frame: Aarti Gaba will conduct workshops where she helps children create their very own personalized Photo-Frames.

4.00pm - 6.00pm (March 1st )

Saevus Wildlife India LLP - SWI will help you discover your inner creativity by using common waste materials found at home to make cool & artistic decor. This will be followed by a skit about ‘Shadow’, a young Snow leopard from the Himalayas, portraying the plight of leopards  losing their habitat. Finally, ending with a poster making competition. 6.00pm - 8.00pm (March 1st )

African Mask Making - A workshop by Chitrapatang's Art Studio for age group of 7 years and above. All art material provided.

Facilitator: Prachi Agawane. -  10am - 12 noon ( March 2nd)

Clay Crossing Studio - A unique workshop to unleash your child's creativity combining clay modeling and pottery, using eco friendly clay (terracotta). Certificates will be awarded for creativity.

12.00pm - 2.00pm (March 2nd and March 3rd)

Supersonic Aero Modelers: - MAKE your own Static and Flying Aeroplane Models from imported wood, in a challenging but fun filled workshop. The team will teach you to cut, shape, design and Fly your own models! All Tools & Kits will be provided.

2.00pm - 4.00pm ( March 2nd and 3rd March)

Punch Craft - A folder being an essential part of a child’s school life can look beautiful too… Here is your chance to create your own punch craft folder with Aarti Gaba. - 4.00pm - 6.00pm (March 2nd )

Curious Kids - A workshop on Puzzle and Potter Mania where kids will solve innovative puzzles under a minute and create “Magic” at the potter’s wheel !! - 6.00pm - 8.00pm (March 2nd)

Saevus Wildlife India LLP - Explore interesting ways to make puppets of your favourite animals with paper bags & bring out the creative side in  your kids.This will be followed by activities like birds jigsaw puzzles, animal housie, wildlife quiz & color competitions. 10.00am - 12.00am (March 3rd)

Learn through a Story: A time when children learn through stories and have loads of FUN. Children will get to listen to a story followed by participation in activities and games that are in sync to Science and Math.  4.00pm - 6.00pm (March 3rd)

*Timings are subject to change