With rhythm in her soul, funk in her attitude, Kini has been steadily creating waves in the house music scene in India.

Starting off as resident DJ at Poison Hyderabad, Kini rose through the ranks to open for massive headline acts such as dOP, Dale Anderson & Anil Chawla (Global Underground), Djuma Soundsystem, James Har- court (Twisted Frequency) and Jody Wisternoff (Way Out West). Her popularity continues to grow- performing at festivals such as GO: Madras as well as opening the party at India’s biggest electronic music event – Sunburn in Goa.

Yes, some bollywood music scene it is! Come to dance to your favorite tunes with the best from Bollywood. You will have DJ Sekhar Menon, Ram Nair, and John Zachariah catering to all your bollywood music needs. You will also have Mithun Paul with some live visuals. So dress to the theme, and take home some cool prizes too.

The party is happening at Durbar Hall, Casino Hotel. The event begins at 8 p.m. Ladies can enter for free! So make sure you don’t miss this one, Kochi!

Up for some jazz this weekend? Levantasy International is coming to Kochi this Sunday. A band which has been noticed for their remarkable music, Levantasy has something for all jazz-lovers in the city. The band was formed in the year 2008. They released their first album in 2011. The band consists of Kepera Trio, Yoram Lachish, Rembrandt Frerichs, Tony Overwater, and Vincent Planjer.

Levantasy has played at various concerts across the globe. Juggling western jazz and encompassing the charm of the East too, Levantasy is one-of-its-kind. Their blend of Israeli Jewish has been spoken about much.

So here’s calling all the jazz-lovers in Kochi to this big event. The gig is happening at Durbar Hall, Hotel Casino on the 11^th of November 2012. Make sure your seats are reserved in advance. You can also relish on some Dutch delicacies prepared by their Chef Dominic Joseph. Kochi sure would not want to miss this one.

Halloween has gotten over on 31^st October, but Kochi seems to be gearing up for the celebration this weekend. 3^rd November it is! And want to know where to head to? Drop in at Casino Hotel for the best of fun and Halloween madness! ‘Halloween Night’ at Casino is something you wouldn’t want to miss.

Get your costumes ready. The best costume men/woman can take home some exciting prizes too. Celebrate this Halloween with good food, friends and great music.

P.S. Funky costumes are available at the party venue. So if dressing up from home is too much, just make a halt at our party spot to choose the dress you need.

Come, witness the Halloween madness, Kochi.

Kochi is getting for the big gig this Saturday at Casino Hotel. ‘Tickled Pink’ is a night you wouldn’t want to miss. You will have three awesome DJ’s spinning the best music for you this weekend. DJ Ayesha, DJ Kini, and DJ Priyanjana that is!

DJ Ayesha is known for her massive stage presence. Driven by full-powered morning Trance, her music ranges from Deep, Dark House Music, Minimal and Prog Electric Tunes!

DJ Kini is someone with rhythm is her soul, funk in her attitude, and steadily creating waves in the house music scene in India.

DJ Priyanjana is someone who masters the art of the craft. Showcasing her distinctive style of mixing and music, she has created her own mark in the musical scene in India.

So the girls will be in town to treat you with lovely music. Make sure you join the event happening this Saturday.

Time- 8.00 p.m.

Venue- Durbar Hall, Casino Hotel, Wellington Island.

Date- 7^th July 2012.

See you there, Kochi.

Kochi is getting ready for a big weekend. And this time, we have DJ Spin for ‘Saturday Shuffle’ at Casino Hotel. He shall spin some funky, progressive, tribal, deep and house for all the music fans in the city.

The event is happening on the 12th of May 2012 at Vasco Da Gama Bar at Casino Hotel. Make sure you reach there by 8 p.m.

So Kochi party-lovers, we know where we can find you this Saturday night!!

Ready for your weekend dose of fun? We have a good suggestion. Saturday Shuffle at Casino Hotel will be all about good music and absolute fun! You can listen to some mind-blowing Alternate Pop by ‘The Illusion’, and covers from John Mayer, Amy Winehouse, Adele, Bruno Mars, Maroon 5 and more will be played. Live and Unplugged!!

And you will also have Mista C from Netherlands making sure that all your musical needs are catered to! He will play Tech-House/Techno, Dubstep/Drum and Bass and more.

The party is on the 21^st of April 2012. ‘The Illusion’ will perform from 9 p.m- 11p.m, and Mista C will perform from 11 p.m- 1 p.m.  See you there Kochi!

Pria Kataria Puri – Persian Punk

Inspired by the Persian culture, the nature and goodness of the Persian lifestyle, Pria Kataria Puri brings to the stage the quintessential “high voltage glam look”.

The colours this season were mostly paired with gold. Tangy orange kaftans clinched at the waist with gold sequined bands, lime-green robes taking the form of an abaya adorned by women of the Middle East, flowy dresses in leopard prints perfect for resort wear; were some of the looks that the designer has worked on. Dresses were all defined at the waist, with sunny summery colours taking the forefront. They spoke of the contemporary Arabian woman who wouldn’t think twice of strutting down the high-fashion street in a fiery red chiffon something, with a slit that rides high to her thighs, sending the spectator to a tease frenzy.

Parvathy Omanakuttan did the final walk for Pria Kataria Puri, in what looked like the designer’s vision for the future. Space aged and futuristic with power shoulders and a short hemline, the former Miss India World was nothing short of a stunner.

Kochi International Fashion Week: Pria Kataria Puri- Persian
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Prabhat Samasooriya – Frozen Waters

Taking off from the Tibetan plateau, Prabhat Samasooriya brings forward native craft style from Sri Lanka with colorful sarees deconstructed into dye work and robes held together with a rope band. Mixing an Asian flavor to International fashion, flowy drapes mostly in blues, yellows and indigo were teemed with cloth turbans wound over the models’ delicate heads.

The sleeves were mostly off-shoulders or halters incorporated in jersey and pure cotton dresses. Color blocking and fusion played a huge role along with a bit of stripes and polka dots. The highlight of the evening was the intricate detail splayed on the sarees there were, with its pallus chosen to be a part of the 6 yards with the help of buttons and knotted in shoestring laces. The Tibetan spirit was noticeable in the browns and reds that were present- one could almost imagine the Budhist monks in meditation that could have inspired the designer.

On the hair and makeup front, the lips were always nude and the two sided plait seemed to have made a comeback. The closing model was ex-Miss Sri Lanka, Kristina Pereira, who wore a distinctive blue, red and white saree in laces and polka dots.

Kochi International Fashion Week: Prabhat Samasooriya
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Come 7^th April, and Kochi will host its biggest fashion event. Yes people, we are talking about the Kingfisher Ultra Kochi International Fashion Week, all set to begin this weekend! From International models, designers and choreographers, the event would be a feast to fashionistas. All thanks to Storm Fashion Company for bringing this splendid event to town. So what is the latest news?

Casino Hotel, venue for the fashion week, is hosting an exclusive launch event featuring a sneak preview of host Designer Hari Anand’s collection. And this collection would be shown during the Kochi International Fashion Week. Hari Anand has awed Kochiites with his lovely collection, and this one would be no different. The designer is ready with some beautiful outlets to be showcased for the event.

There will be a special unveiling by Parvathy Omanakuttan (Ex Miss India World). The event will be held on the 4^th of April, and will begin at 3 p.m.

Get ready to go Bollywood this Saturday!! Kochi will be dancing to the tunes of Bhangra and Hip-hop this weekend with Abhiram Sundar spinning some great tunes for you to shake it up. Opening set will be done by DJ Elbane. The party will be happening at Vasco Da Gama Bar at Casino Hotel, Wellington Island on the 31^st of March 2012.

The party begins at 8 p.m, see you there