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Gujarati Comedy Play “Patni Nachave Ene Kaun Bachave”  Wins Public Hearts in Chicago “Gujarati Theater Shines in America with a Rib-Tickling Performance” “A Theatrical Treat: Ketki Dave and Team Deliver a Comedy Masterpiece” Asian Media USA © Chicago, IL – March 8, 2025: The Jain Centre in Bartlett, IL, was abuzz with excitement as a full house of Gujarati theater enthusiasts gathered for the highly anticipated comedy play “Patni Nachave Ane Kaun Bachave”. Organized by NextGen Events and Manpasand, and powered by PN Entertainment, the play brought an evening of non-stop laughter and pure entertainment to the audience. With Imtiaz Patel as the writer and Kiran Bhatt as the director, the production featured a stellar cast including Ketki Dave, Dilip Darbar, Hitesh Upadhyay, Jyuthika Shah, Chitrak Shah and Hina Velani, who delivered performances that left the audience in splits. Ketki Dave, a powerhouse of Gujarati theatre, has mesmerized audiences with her vibrant performances and impeccable comic timing. Born into a legacy of acting, she inherited the stage from her legendary mother, Sarita Joshi. With a career spanning decades, Ketki has breathed life into countless characters, making Gujarati drama more engaging and relatable. Her dynamic expressions and effortless charm have also […]

Asian Media USA © Chicago, IL: On the magical evening of November 16, 2024, the Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott in Schaumburg transformed into a vibrant hub of melody, rhythm, and heartfelt generosity. The occasion? “Ek Shaam Apno Ke Naam”, a breathtaking concert headlined by the illustrious Rita Shah and orchestrated by SSS Entertainment to raise funds for underprivileged children in India. The event kicked off with the charismatic MC Bhairavi Thakker, who set the tone with warmth and excitement. The audience was then treated to a soul-stirring prayer dance by the talented Jainish Balsara, creating an atmosphere of hope and gratitude. The stage was perfectly set for the star of the night, Rita Shah, who entered to thunderous applause and took everyone on a musical journey they will never forget. Rita Shah opened her set with the iconic “Mausam Hai Aashikana”, her voice capturing every nuance of the song’s romantic nostalgia. Transitioning seamlessly, she brought a wave of emotion with “Rahe Na Rahe Hum” and “Betaab Dil Ki Tamanna”, showcasing her versatility and command over different genres. In a special duet with Sunil Shah (Founder Chairman of Federation of Indian Associations) who is also top performer of New […]

Asian Media USA © Chicago, IL: On October 26, 2024, the Indian American Community Outreach Advisory Board (IACOAB) hosted its 10th annual Diwali festival at Metea Valley High School in Aurora, drawing an impressive crowd of over 3,000 attendees. This vibrant celebration of the Festival of Lights not only showcased the rich cultural heritage of the Indian community but also highlighted the spirit of unity and joy that Diwali represents. Diwali, known as the “Festival of Lights,” symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. The festival is marked by lighting lamps, sharing sweets, and engaging in festive activities that bring families and communities together. This year’s event featured more than 25 vendors offering a diverse array of merchandise, from traditional clothing to unique handicrafts. Attendees had the opportunity to explore these offerings while enjoying delicious food from local eateries. Over 12 nonprofit organizations participated as well, providing valuable information about their services and initiatives aimed at supporting the community. The festival was graced by several distinguished guests, including Mayor Richard Irvin, Congressman Bill Foster, and Indian Consulate General Mr. Somnath Ghosh. Elected officials from Aurora also joined the celebrations, underscoring the importance of community engagement and […]

Asian Media USA © Chicago, IL: On October 17, 2024, an energetic and inspiring fundraising event was held at the Marriott Chicago Northwest in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, to support Mayor Bill McLeod’s re-election campaign. In total, the event has been able to raise over $25,000, showing overwhelming support for Mayor McLeod’s bid for a seventh term as mayor. It once again proves how his decades-long commitment to the village continues to resound with the people he serves. The event began with a warm welcome from Neil Khot, one of the lead hosts and a key figure in the community. Khot spoke passionately about Bill McLeod’s remarkable commitment, stating, “Mayor McLeod has been a pillar of strength for Hoffman Estates. His leadership has brought this village from a quiet town to a bustling community where businesses thrive, and families feel at home.” He continued by emphasizing that Mayor McLeod’s tenure has been defined by consistency and vision, which is why the community continues to rally around him for a seventh term. For over 45 years, Mayor McLeod has been a vital part of Hoffman Estates, first serving as a village trustee in 1980 and later taking office as mayor in 1990. […]

Asian Media USA © Chicago, IL: On August 12th, 2024 Association of Indians in America IL- Chapter celebrated India’s Independence at Daley Plaza. The celebration was graced by Mr. T. Bhutia the Deputy Consul General of India in Chicago and an enthusiastic proponent of respect for every community Ms. Maria Pappas the treasurer of cook county.  The flag hoisting was done with great pomp and gaiety and attended by esteemed members of the AIA committee and community at large. It was a great pleasure to see many people of Indian descent from nearby offices and passerby join the fun. The AIA Independence Day event was marked by a crowd of 150 odd people full of beautiful singing of national anthems and patriotic songs by a budding young Chicago based artist Khushi Jain. Classical dance by Rashika Bendekar, Kabita Dey and an electric Punjabi dance by Madhu Arya ji and team added life to the event. Ms. Papa’s lovely note to the community and its contribution to the USA highlight her address. We would like to thank her for identifying our organization’s contribution to the Chicagoland community. Mr. T.D Bhutia in his address spoke about the contribution of India towards USA- […]

Rupi Kaur First Ever Indian American Is Mrs. Illinois American 2022 Asian Media USA © Chicago IL: Rupi made us all proud by being the First ever Indian American to win this title and will be going for the Nationals in Las Vegas in August 2022 to compete for Mrs. American. Rupi Kaur has been in the USA since 2002. Her homeplace is Punjab, India.  She migrated to USA back in 2002. She is married with two kids and resides in Chicago. Rupi completed her MBA in 2013. She has had the opportunities to work with some of the top fortune 500 companies and is currently working in Corporate. She is also a Real Estate Agent affiliated with Coldwell Banker and was featured in the Chicago Agent Magazine in early 2021. A mother of two with a full-time corporate job and a Real Estate Agent, she still manages to get involved in the community and volunteers in many Organizations. Her hobbies are traveling, volunteer work, and spending time with her family. She Enjoys Participating in Fashion Shows and Beauty Pageants. Her platform is Women Empowerment and throughout her reign as Mrs. Illinois American, she will continue her legacy to represent […]

Padma Shri Dr. G. Padmaja Reddy Asian Media USA © Chicago, IL: Tens of families from Chicago suburbs witnessed the felicitation of acclaimed Kuchipudi dancer, guru and 2022 Padma Shri awardee, Dr. G. Padmaja Reddy, at Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago by American Telangana Society (ATS) and Telugu Association of Greater Chicago (TAGC) with the support of TANA, NATA, NATS, NRIVA, NCAIA, IAGC, FIA, TDF and CHITA, on Friday July 8th. Padma Shri award is the fourth-highest civilian award of the Republic of India. The evening started with the president of the Hindu temple, Bhakshish Rawal and entire team welcoming Padma Shri Padmaja Reddy and all the Indian Origin community leaders of prominent Indian associations in Greater Chicago area. The event was Kick started by Kalyan Anandula, Founder Trustee of American Telangana Society (ATS) welcoming all the guests to the event and highlighting the motive behind this felicitation. The classical kuchipudi performances by students of renowed Kuchipudi gurus Sobha Tammana and Mahalakshmi Varadhan stood spectacular and cherished the audience. Later on, Past-President of ATS, Satya Kandimalla, General Secretary of ATS, Venkat Manthena, President Narender Chemarla, Treasurer Ramchandra Reddy Ade and chairman Karunakar Madhavaram acknowledged and admired  Dr. Padmaja Reddy’s love, […]

July 11, 2022 EDISON – A local youth, Ojas Chitnis, was appointed to the Lions International Board as a youthrepresentative during their International Convention in Montreal last week. He is the youngest ever and the 1st American to be a “Leo-Lion Liaison” representing the youth around the world. Lions Clubs International is the largest service club organization in the world. More than 1.4 millionmembers in over 48,000 clubs are serving in 200 countries and geographic areas around the globe. Since 1917, Lions have strengthened local communities through hands-on service and humanitarian projects and extend the service impact through the generous support of Lions Clubs International Foundation. Lions are focused on supporting vision, the environment, childhood cancer, hunger, diabetes, and other pressing humanitarian needs to help address some of the biggest challenges facing humanity. Lions International board consisting of the International President, Vice presidents, 35 International Directors overlooking the complex operations of this global organization. Since 2017 “Leo-Lion Liaisons” are added to the board to give a voice to the youth. They are appointed by the international president for a term of 1 year. Leo-Lion Ojas is involved in community service since he was a child. He is passionate about youth […]

PM Modi encouraged India to dream big, showed dreams come true if pursued with determination: Indian Ambassador to US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu Book on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s relationship with Sikh internationally released by NID Foundation at Chicago Today, entire world is looking at modern India to bring peace across the globe: Gurudev Sri Sri Ravishankar Asían Media USA © Chicago, IL: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has encouraged the entire India to dream big and has shown the world that dreams can be achieved if pursued with determination and persistence, said Taranjit Singh Sandhu, Indian Ambassador to the USA, at the international launch of two books on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at ‘Vishwa Sadbhavana’ event organised by the NID Foundation at the City of Chicago, the United States of America. Eminent people from the USA and Indian Diaspora including Thought Leaders, Entrepreneurs, members of US Senate, Corporate leaders, educationists, Spiritual Leaders, including senior US senator Ron Johnson, Indian spiritual leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Dr Debbie Ford, Chancellor, University of Wisconsin-Parkside, Robin Vos, Speaker of Wisconsin State Assembly, S. Satnam Singh Sandhu, Chief Patron, NID Foundation and Chancellor, Chandigarh University, prominent American businessman Darshan Singh Dhaliwal and Indian Member of Parliament Hans […]

“Love your neighbor as you love yourself” Asian Media USA © Chicago IL: The Muslim households of the White Eagle neighborhood in Naperville hosted their second annual Eid Fest on Saturday, June 25th. The event, held at the grounds of the local White Eagle elementary school, was attended by over four hundred people from White Eagle and the surrounding neighborhoods. Eid, meaning ‘celebration’ or ‘festival’, is a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims. There are two dedicated times of Eid in Islam that Muslims celebrate. Eid ul-Fitr, sometimes called ‘small Eid’, is celebrated to commemorate the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. Eid al-Fitr literally means “the celebration of breaking the fast.” Eid ul-Adha, sometimes called ‘big Eid’, or “feast of the sacrifice”, comes at the end of the Muslim pilgrimage of Hajj, celebrated this year on July 9th. This Eid honors the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son Ismail as an act of obedience to Allah’s command. In Christianity and Judaism, this is told as the story of Abraham and his son Isaac. Organizers of the event say that the idea of a neighborhood Eid festival came about last year to bring the Muslim community, of the […]

Asian Media USA © Chicago, IL: The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA – CHICAGO) 501 (C)(3) celebrated 8th International Yoga Day with Mindful Meditation Yoga in Naperville on Tuesday, Jun 21st 2022. All guests were ushered in by the Welcoming Team, following the Indian tradition with Chandan kumkum teeka and flowers. The yoga event began with the opening address, by the hostess, President of Mindful Meditation Yoga and Vice President FIA, Anu Malhotra, followed by a Welcome address by FIA Chairman & Founder President Sunil Shah, and an eloquent speech by the President FIA- Chicago, Hitesh Gandhi, followed by the addresses by Chicago, Senator Laura Clymore Ellman, the two Guests of Honor, Dr Vemuri Murthy, Chairman Chicago Medical Society and Dr Sreenivas Reddy, Chairperson of IL State Medical Board 2022, and speech by Special Guest, Consul Vinod Gautam. The Lamp Lighting ceremony was performed by the dignitaries, Sunil Shah, Hitesh Gandhi, Dr Reddy, Dr Murthy, Ajeet Singh, Keerthi Revoori, Vinod Gautam, along with the sacred chanting of the auspicious Sanskrit hymns & mantras by Anu Malhotra, praying for the peace, good health and wellbeing of this entire world. Blissful Aadi Yogi song performance by soulful singer Anil Jha, filled the […]