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The Hindu
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Coimbatore's Broadway Cinemas wins international honour
'Theatre experience has to be experiential,' says Tejal Satish, chief operating officer of Broadway Cinemas, who recently figured in a global list on cinema. As the only honoree from India, she featured in the top 50 of Top Women in Global Cinema brought out by Celluloid Junkie, an online resource dedicated to the global cinema industry. 'The honour came for operation excellence in exhibiting cinema using cutting-edge technologies. We are making waves internationally, which is overwhelming. The list features stalwarts from the industry,' says Tejal adding that Broadway introduced Imax Laser and EPIQ Premium Large Format screens, and the luxury gold screen, all under the same roof to enhance the cinematic experience. While EPIQ screen is the top choice to experience regional movies in an immersive way, Hollywood productions like F1 are best enjoyed in Imax Laser. 'We conceived Broadway Cinemas with a vision to provide immersive entertainment. We have nine state-of-the-art screens. People in Coimbatore are willing to spend to enjoy movies in the best possible way. As a result, we have the highest average ticket price in the entire State. We evolved a successful business model by offering a premium experience that helped us become a notable name not just in India, but also globally. Our investors trusted my father, VRR Satish Kumar, managing director, to build a premium movie destination. Cinema runs in the family. My grandfather used to run single screen cinemas in various parts of Tamil Nadu. We took a leap with technology and it paid off.' While there were as many as 200 nominations from women managers in operations, marketing, HR, and CEOs , the selection committee of Mariam el Bacha, Laure Galtier (UNIC, the interntaionl Union of Cinemas), Branden Miller (Amazon MGM Studios), and Michelle Villegas (The Boxoffice Company) chose the top 50. 'I see this as an opportunity to learn from other women leaders. Exhibiting cinema is important for the industry to thrive. Our efforts in making this a profitable business encourages movie production. There have been talks about streaming sites taking over. We are all an ecosystem. In my two-year journey, participating in international conferences like the European Digital Cinema Conference, CinemaCon and CineAsia and Cine Europe, helped me showcase my work.' Tejal focussed on re-imagining the cinema experience. It was not just about technology but also the physical and emotional space they offer. 'People want more than a movie. They want an experience, right from the quality of seating to the overall ambience. Cutting-edge technologies matter. Also, gourmet food. They want pastas, Irani chai, and Italian gelatos.' The food and beverage offerings at Broadway bring curated delights starting with artisanal bread while the Food Theatre features live cooking counters where you can choose from Korean cheese buns to Nutella shake. Premium cinema costs more, but people are making their decisions based on the experience, she says. 'They want comfort, luxury and a curated environment. We have to give them as many reasons to come out and enjoy the film. Our premium screens have laser projection and 12-channel sound system while our six non-premium screens are Dolby Atmos, top of the game in technology. Of the 22 Imax properties in India, only three have Imax Laser. After Delhi and Mumbai, it is Coimbatore. Imax with laser delivers crystal clear images and precision sound.' The Cinema, designed by Giovanni Castor from California, draws inspiration from aesthetics of Las Vegas casinos. While the central lobby is a standout feature, black mirrors around the ceiling and chandeliers add to the grandeur. 'We have had 24 lakh admits in the last two years. Our market research gave us data that theatres here bring audience also from Tiruppur, Palakkad, Karur. And, during the weekends, people from Coimbatore working in Bengaluru and Chennai. This insight pushed us to aim bigger,' she explains adding that every month there is a movie or two that is a blockbuster. 'We have just finished a grand run of How to Train Your Dragon on Imax and are thrilled about F1 that is currently running. We are excited for Lokesh Kanakaraj's Coolie with superstar Rajnikanth in August. In our opening year, Lokesh's Leo was our biggest blockbuster. Our F&B also lined up snacks themed around the movie. We gave away Leo-themed cookies, movie posters and collectibles. This brought an instant smile on our audience's faces, a happy memory. It made our day.'
Indian Express
20-06-2025
- Indian Express
Maharashtra: Techie woman dies in road mishap, dumper driver held
An engineer died in a road mishap in Baner area in the early hours of Thursday. Police have identified the deceased as Tejal Prakash Tayade (27), native of Talasari in Thane district. Police said Tejal was a computer engineer and came to Pune in search of a job. She went to a hotel in Baner area with her friend Prachi Jagannath Pachange (28) for dinner on Wednesday to celebrate her birthday, returning from which the duo met with an accident. They were returning on a two-wheeler via Jupiter Hospital road in Baner, when a speeding dumper knocked them down, around 12.30 am on Thursday. Both Tejal and Prachi were left injured in the incident. After receiving information, a police team reached the spot. Both victims were rushed to a hospital. Tejal was pronounced dead at the hospital. Prachi is undergoing treatment, police said. Based on a complaint filed by Prachi, a first information report (FIR) was lodged against the dumper driver, at the Baner police station. The driver had fled from the spot after the road mishap, police said. Assistant police inspector Anil Kekan, the investigation officer said that during investigation they have arrested the dumper driver Rahul Bhimrao Rathod (34) of Ravet, under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) sections 106(1), 125(a), 281, on charges of negligent driving. According to the police, the matter is currently under investigation.
Hindustan Times
26-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Fitness coach shares her high-protein vegetarian Jain meal plan: 1200 calories and 'no eggs or whey'
A well-planned vegetarian meal plan can provide all the necessary nutrients, including high protein, without eggs or whey. Fitness coach Tejal Parekh took to Instagram on May 13 to share her balanced meal plan with some high-protein options as she highlighted that it's definitely possible to incorporate high protein into a Jain diet. Also read | Nutritionist shares how children, adults and senior citizens can maintain proper protein intake The key lies in focusing on plant-based protein sources like lentils, legumes, paneer, nuts, seeds. According to Tejal, you can also include Greek yoghurt in moderation. She wrote in her caption, 'No whey, no eggs, still 70 gm + protein. Here's how I do it on a 1200-calorie vegetarian Jain meal plan.' Here is her high-protein vegetarian Jain meal plan: A post shared by TEJAL PAREKH| CERTIFIED FITNESS COACH🎓 (@_fitterfad_) • 2 besan chillas (60g besan) – 12g protein • Mint chutney + black coffee • 150g Greek yoghurt (low-fat, plain) – 12g protein • 1 tsp chia seeds • 1 roti (20g soya + 20g wheat) – 8g protein • 150g mixed veggies (like lauki, spinach, or bhindi) • 1 bowl moong dal (150g cooked) – 10g protein • Salad (100g) – cucumber, tomato, lemon • 30g roasted chana – 6g protein • 1 cup lemon water or black tea • 100g tofu or paneer bhurji (cooked with capsicum/onions) – 15g protein • 1 bowl sautéed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, broccoli) • 1 tsp ghee or cold-pressed oil • Protein: ~68-70g • Carbs: ~90-100g • Fat: ~40-50g • Calories: ~1200 kcal Tejal also wrote in her caption: 'Please note these are approximate values. It will change depending upon the different cooking methods.' Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Women at the crossroads: Desire and duty in The Chai Queens
The Chai Queens , a play, recently presented at The Creative Arts Academy, intricately weaves a narrative of love, yearning, camaraderie, desire, envy, and the profound, often unspoken sacrifices women make for family, culture, and their own survival. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Like a slowly brewed cup of chai, some affections steep in unspoken moments, poured in secret, and savoured in quiet. Against the vibrant backdrop of an extravagant Indian wedding 's music and rituals, childhood best friends Babli and Tejal reconnect after fifteen years. Babli, now a wife and mother, navigates the ingrained patterns of tradition, constrained by expectations she has never challenged. Tejal, a spirit driven by wanderlust, returns home to discover that some distances stubbornly persist. Yet, amidst the shimmering silks and the soft glow of oil lamps, an unspoken truth begins to surface. A lingering touch. A glance heavy with the weight of years. The phantom of an unnamed love now presses against the present reality. As the three-day and three-night wedding festivities unfold, Babli and Tejal find solace in stolen moments over chai. Their hands brush across shared cups, warmth seeps into chilled fingers, and words dissolve into the rising steam. Past, present, and future collide. Desire clashes with obligation, and longing grapples with loss. In a world that offered them no space, can they forge their own? Or will they, once more, choose to walk away, leaving behind not only each other but also the essential part of themselves that only the other truly understood? Directed by Ramanjit Kaur and featuring Taranjit Kaur and Archana Patel in leading roles, "The Chai Queens" drew from Taranjit Kaur's original storyline and incorporated excerpts from Vikrant Dhote's script "So Far," along with contributions from Taranjit Kaur, Archana Patel, and Ramanjit Kaur. The play's evocative music is designed by Pt. Tanmoy Bose, with Ruhani Singh serving as Production Director.
New York Times
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
Springy, Speedy Skillet Gnocchi
Tejal here, filling in for Melissa. What did I cook last week? I will tell you the truth: so many strange and delicious quesadillas for me and my toddler, built from a mix of restaurant and home cooked leftovers, held together by optimism and melted cheese. There were quesadillas with beans, roast chicken, pickled turnips and herbs. Quesadillas with sesame snap pea chicken salad. Quesadillas with white sweet potatoes (and a smear of peanut-sesame salsa for me). Quesadillas with mashed bananas, honey and quesillo. Now my stash of flour tortillas from Homestate is gone, and so are the beautiful blue, red and yellow corn tortillas I like to get from Komal. Quesadilla Week is officially over. New week, new scheme. Shelf-stable gnocchi is one of those ingredients I'd never tried before I was a parent. If I was going to have potato gnocchi at home, then I was going to roast potatoes, wait for them to cool a bit, push them through a ricer, and mix the flesh with egg yolks and flour. I was going to shape the dough into little dumplings, boil them, then drain and glaze them in some kind of buttery sauce. But I found my way to the pleasures of ready gnocchi through Ali Slagle's fast and irresistible recipes. She gets them nice and crisp in sheet pans with sausage and broccoli, and bakes them in cream to make luxurious cheesy gratins. Tonight I've got my eye on her new skillet gnocchi with miso butter and asparagus. Featured Recipe View Recipe → You let the gnocchi get golden brown in a hot pan for a couple of minutes, then add whole asparagus and a mix of butter, white miso and sherry vinegar. It's such a fun and almost salad-y way to eat the first asparagus of the season, keeping it really sweet and crisp. Mix some arugula leaves in just at the end and the dish is ready in 15 minutes — just the thing if you're coming off a quesadilla week.
