INTERNATIONAL INDIAN ICON (3iii) SEASON-9 2025

INTERNATIONAL INDIAN ICON (3iii) SEASON-9 2025 Asian Media USA © Chicago, IL: : The 3iii Talent Foundation proudly announces the successful completion of the 9th season of INTERNATIONAL INDIAN ICON (3iii)—its most expansive, diverse, and globally celebrated edition to date. Hosted from November 28th to 30th, 2025, at The Matrix Club in Naperville, Illinois, Season-9 brought together extraordinary talent from across the world, reaffirming the platform’s commitment to elevating Indian arts, culture, and performance on a truly international stage. Season 9 marked a historic milestone, recording more than 10,000+ global registrations from over 39 countries across North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Australia. Participants competed across the multi-tiered structure of online video auditions through video upload and online LIVE auditions, conducted internationally. From these extensive audition rounds, 150 semifinalists advanced to the Chicago Episode Production, each of them bringing dedication, passion, and artistic excellence to the global 3iii stage. The on-site episode production of 3iii Season-9 2025 unfolded as a vibrant cinematic and cultural spectacle, spanning three days of multi-camera filming, celebrity mentoring, live performances, and iconic red-carpet moments. The event was honored by the presence of Bollywood legend and Grand Master Jatin Pandit, alongside a distinguished panel […]

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Harmony in Healing: Indian American Medical Association’s Illinois chapter

45th Gala Celebrates Community, Leadership, and Legacy From Stethoscopes to Sufi Beats: IAMA’s Milestone Gala Unites Legacy and Rhythm Bridging Continents, Building Futures: IAMA’s 45th Gala Shines in Midwest Asian Media USA © Chicago, IL: In the crisp embrace of a fall evening, the Indian American Medical Association (IAMA) Illinois chapter transformed a chilly night into a warm tapestry of camaraderie, culture, and celebration at its 45th Annual Gala and Business Meeting. Held at Ashyana Banquets, Downers Grove, IL, the event wasn’t just a gathering – it was a vibrant testament to the unbreakable bonds that Indian American physicians forge between medicine, community, and heritage. With laughter echoing through the halls, melodies dancing in the air, and stories of selfless service shared over sumptuous feasts, the gala honored the healers who light up lives far beyond the clinic walls. The evening kicked off with infectious energy, hosted by the dynamic husband and wife duo of Ashok and Megha Doshi. “Relax and enjoy a fun-filled evening in the warm company of your friends,” Ashok urged the assembled guests, setting a tone of joy and connection. Megha, with her self-proclaimed “gift of gab,” playfully defended the art of conversation, citing medical research that […]

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Eternal Grace Ignites Naperville: Madhuri Dixit’s Golden Diva Night Weaves Bollywood Magic into Chicago’s Heartbeat

Eternal Ek Do Teen: Madhuri’s Fan-Fueled Fiesta Ignites Chicago’s Soul Choli Ke Peeche Chicago: Madhuri’s Barefoot Brilliance and Reel Revelry Asian Media USA © Chicago, IL: In the crisp November chill of Naperville, Illinois, autumn leaves whispering secrets to the wind, a storm of sequins and nostalgia swept The Matrix Club on Saturday, November 8, 2025. It was a resurrection of dreams, Bollywood’s golden era unfurling under disco lights and thunderous applause. Rajshri Events, Mauj Entertainment, and Kashif Khan Events orchestrated “Golden Diva of Bollywood Madhuri Dixit.” Doors opened at 8:00 pm; the air hummed with timeless promise. Families in shimmering sarees, wide-eyed millennials clutching phones, and elders dancing to 90s cassettes gathered as pilgrims to grace. The Matrix Club transformed into a glittering mandap. Crystal chandeliers dangled like monsoon dewdrops, casting rainbows over chaat platters and thandai shots. Backstage anticipation built like a Lata Mangeshkar crescendo. Host Shalin Bhanot, Bigg Boss charmer, bounded onstage like mischievous Krishna, mic in fist. “What’s up, Chicago?” he bellowed, voice blending desi swagger and American twang, bridging divides. The crowd erupted—whistles, claps, desi “waah!”—joy circuits flipped. This was Madhuri Dixit-Nene’s love letter, the dhak-dhak girl melting Chicago winters. Shalin teased a fan competition, turning […]

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