BoD's NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY

Happy holidays, everyone! We are SO excited to announce our that we, Bollywood on Demand, is throwing the biggest, baddest, and boldest Bollywood party on New Year's eve in the nation's capital.

December 31, 2008 (duh!)

Peacock Grand Cafe

2020 K St. NW, Washington D.C.

Doors open at 10 p.m.

Oh and did I forget to mention OPEN BAR?????

Check out our video for more information:

Diwali parties kick off this Saturday!!

Hey party people!

Sorry for the delay in posting anything, but rest assured BoD has been working on some projects that'll make you say "HAI!" :)

In the meantime, Diwali season is upon us, and the celebration is always one of my favorites. Our friend Shalabh is kicking things off right with a party this Saturday, October 18 at Sesto Senso. Check out the flier and video below. It's sure to be a good one.

Bally Sagoo video!!

Boogie Woogie Washington DC 2008

If you guys are interested in competing for elite dance competition ,

Boogie Woogie is conducting their auditions on October 5 , 11 PM

George Mason University ..

Best karaoke songs??

As we say at BoD, "Your wish is our command, we ARE the Bollywood on Demand!" (Unless, of course, your wish is for free tickets :) )

As our karaoke events become more popular, we wanna hear from you. What are your favorite Bollywood tunes to belt out in the shower, or say, hypothetically, at Tandoori Nights bar? What favorite Bollywood song would you sing?

It doesn't matter if you can or can't sing...it's karaoke after all. :)

Leave your comment and let us know!!

Lifestyle event for our Bay Area friends

Happy Tuesday!!

So if you are going to be in the Bay Area this weekend, check out this wedding and lifestyle event in Santa Clara by our friends at Mystique Events. There's a performance by JoSH, the Bollywood duo behind the hit "Nachle" from the movie Aggar.

Vivah 2008: Biggest South Asian Wedding Expo
Sunday, September 28, 2008
11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Santa Clara Convention Center
5001 Great America Parkway

For more information, visit their Facebook page, e-mail, or call (510) 491-4325

If you are a Garba FAN , Here is the schedule ..Happy Garbaying

Friday , Sept 26th , 2008 UMD Garba , Reckord Armory, UMd

Saturday, September27th, 2008	Navratri at Montgomery College Germantown campus MD
Friday, October 3rd, 2008	Navratri at NOVA community college Annandale VA Maryland Garba ,Grand Ballroom at SSU , UMCP
Saturday, October 4th, 2008	Navratri at Montgomery College Germantown campus MD
Friday, October 10th, 2008	Navratri at NOVA community college Annandale VA
Saturday, October 11th 2008	Navratri at Montgomery College Germantown campus MD
Friday, October 17th, 2008	Navratri at NOVA community college Annandale VA

We ARE The Bollywood-On-Demand!

I woke up early with sleep induced in my head
Thinking that some sweets lying in my fridge would get me out of the bed

It felt good after I drank some Chai
Made me jump off the bed and off I fly

Now I am at work and in middle of Test deadlines and defects
Wonder if this is how my rest of the life would reflect

But then there's Dance and Bollywood that keeps me sane
And work on Bollywood-on-Demand and its fame

The people that you see on celluloid are now next to you having drinks
I sincerely hope the fun, the coolness and the work on BoD never shrinks

Sometimes event work gets little too much and is weary
But the friends that you work with, the fun, and the celebs make you go Merry

We fight, we argue, we nag , we love , we hate but at the end its all worth it
Your Wish is Our Command and we ARE the Bollywood-on-Demand!!!

Check out Beth Loves Bollywood...

If you want a great Website for Bollywood films, check out Beth Loves Bollywood. B

Beth, like you and me and everyone else who knows what's up, is an avid Bollywood-phile. She offers a perspective that is both charming and clever. I have actually never met nor contacted Beth; I just love her blog.

Check it out!

Results are in!

Thanks to everyone who voted in our poll. It turns out you want to sing AND dance your pants off (although we prefer you keep your pants on for the duration of our party....).

Coolio. Thanks for all your support. I swear we are planning a lot of fun stuff for our favorite D.C. party-goers. Keep reading to find out...

Bally Sagoo pics!

Happy Tuesday everyone!!
HoNoR wasn't exaggerating...Bally Sagoo really did kill it when he played Sept. 6, right here in Washington D.C. And here are some pics to prove it.

This is just a sample though...join the BoD Facebook group and check out the rest!

And thanks to Prachi for your talented photographs and for capturing the night.

See you all at the next event...stay tuned for details...

Rimi Basu's song is awesome ..Go DC ..

I was surfing the web that I stumbled upon this album from the DCs very own diva Rimi , I think her song is awesome

kahe du , jo bhi mere ankhon me ,kah du ..

song of the day for me

check out her song at
www.rimimusic.com

Learn how to get your Bollywood on for our next party--FOR FREE

We at Bollywood on Demand pride ourselves on throwing parties with some of the best music in town. Our packed dance floors are always evidence of that.

But what if you love the music, but aren't quite sure how to Dard-e-Disco? Or you're all, Jhoom Barab--what?? You should just get out there and have a good time, but I understand the feeling. I've been there. And drinking more really is not the answer (Believe me, I've tried).

But I have good news for you! I just got wind of a

Bollywood dance workshop

Saturday, Sept. 13
noon
Flashpoint Studios in Chinatown (916 G Street NW).

And best of all, it's FREE. That's right. FREE. It won't cost you a thing!!

It's being put on by Dhoonya Dance as part of the Arts on Foot festival.

So now you're out of excuses. Go to the workshop and get your Bollywood on. Then when you show up to our next party, dance your [tail] off!

From Hollywood to Bollywood

Happy Friday everyone
Just stumbled across this article that was in The Washington Post two days ago. It's yet another example of how Bollywood--and already booming film industry--is growing even bigger as more and more Hollywood studios are planting their feet in Mumbai.

Twentieth Century Fox announced it is starting a new Asian division called Fox STAR Studios, and it is starting out this new company by making Bollywood films. They eventually want to branch out to other Asian countries, like China, but are starting out in Mumbai.

"We are in discussion for producing not only traditional Bollywood films but also innovating and targeting emerging genres," Vijay Singh, the guy in charge of Fox STAR, said in the Post article.

It's just like Wyclef's song said.

Dr Zeus is in Town this Saturday 13 at Avenue nightclub

Dr Zeus is coming to DC this Saturday ,

He has this huge hit and many others

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmFdw2EIGCw

He is performing live at Avenue Nightclub on New York Avenue this Saturday 13 ..
Its an 18+ event , so everyone can enter ..

Tickets are available at the door
Don't miss it

please vote in our poll

Hi Bollywood-philes!
We are still recovering from the magical weekend with Bally Sagoo...but in the meantime, we wanted to hear from you on what you think our next party should be.

Please vote by Sept. 17. The poll is on the right hand side.

Thanks and cheers!

BALLY SAGOO PARTY WAS OFF THE HOOK

Washington Post wasn't wrong , party was off the hook and according to Bally own words , He gave Washington DC number # 1 crowd and party , competing closely only with Hamed's abcdchicago.com parties . He spinned a set that even he thinks was one of his career best ,
Thanks Washington DC

Here are the few things people are saying in their own words

- i met you at your gig today, thought i'd drop you a note sayin tha your event rocked like awesome, and i can't wait to hear of more of your gigs!

cheers!
S!D

- I have to tell you the party was the off the hook last night - had a blast.

thanks for keeping bhangra alive !

cheers

Tarun

Ticket sales close 9/6/08 at 6:00 p.m.

Just a reminder that ticket sales close at 6:00 p.m. tomorrow, Saturday, Sept. 6 for Bally Sagoo. Don't get left out in the cold. Buy your tickets now!!
http://www.desiclub.com/events/listing.cfm?EventID=4912

Kingfisher Beer + Bally Sagoo: Shaadi.com could not have made a better match!

One more day until the nation's capital experiences the biggest and best bhangra show of the year. You know what I'm talking about: that bhangra legend, Mr. Bally Sagoo.

And as part of the deal, we are very excited to announce, as part of the special production, MCCXXIII will be selling for the first time:
That's right...India's #1 selling beer and the world's #1 South Asian DJ together in Washington D.C. .... Fabulous beer and fabulous music. The night couldn't get any better--unless you go VIP.

So when you get to the bar... you know what to ask for ... KINGFISHER (and don't forget to tip your bartenders!)

See you tomorrow!

Recent Bally Sagoo interview on Desihits.com

Hey check out Desihit.com's interview of the godfather of bhangra himself, Mr. Bally Sagoo!!
They caught up with him after his Labor Day weekend show in New York City.
http://www.desihits.com/blog/article/bally-sagoo-kicks-it-with-amitabh-bachchan-20080902/

You can see for yourself this Saturday, Sept. 6, at MCCXXIII.
But I'm sure you already knew that and bought your tickets... right? :)

Washington Post called Bally Sagoo "bhangra legend"

Many thanks to the Washington Post's fabulous Going Out Gurus for their fantastic write-up of Bally Sagoo!! You can read the full piece in their NightLife Agenda, in which they refer to him as a "bhangra legend" and say, "It's hard to overestimate the significance of Bally Sagoo to the whole bhangra scene..."

The Going Out Gurus are *the* nightlife source for the D.C. area. I'm serious!! They have a weekly online discussion every Thursday at 1 p.m. if you are new the area and looking for fun party things to do.

There are only a few days left to buy your tickets so do it now!!
http://www.desiclub.com/events/listing.cfm?EventID=4912

Happy Labor Day!

Happy Labor Day from the Bollywood on Demand team.  Less than one week before our big Bally Sagoo show. don't forget to buy your tickets before they sell out.

a shout out to our New York and Chicago peeps

Hi all
Sorry it's been awhile but we at BoD have been working away trying to make our Bally Sagoo event the best it can be Sept. 6.

Just a shout out to our friends in New York and Chicago. If you can't come to our show, be sure to check out Bally Sagoo in your hometowns. Bhangra your ass off:

Friday, Augst 29
NEW YORK
Opera
264 W. 47th St.
http://www.ballysagoolive.com

Sunday Aug. 31
CHICAGO
Sound Bar
226. West Ontario
http://www.mamuevents.com/

And of course....
Saturday, Sept. 6
WASHINGTON, D.C. BABY!
MCCXXIII
1223 Connecticut Ave. NW
http://www.bollywood-on-demand.com

DesiClub is back online!

DesiClub.com has finished with its upgrades and is back for you to buy your tickets. So you get your tickets at:
http://www.desiclub.com/events/listing.cfm?EventID=4912

or at DesiTixx:
http://www.desitixx.com/EventInfo.aspx?EventID=22

or Sulekha:
http://cities.sulekha.com/united-states/district-of-columbia/washington/events/Party/2008/08/bally-sagoo-live-in-concert-2.htm

Don't get left behind! Buy your tickets now before they sell out.

Happy birthday, Sash!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO DJ SASH, without whom, there'd be no BoD. Happy birthday, yaar!
Animated Happy Birthday Comments : Forward This Picture

(oh and if you heart Sash and heart BoD you'll still buy your Bally Sagoo tickets. no pressure. LOL)

new ticketing sites

Hello Bollywood party people!

It seems DesiClub is doing some upgrades on its web site, so you may not be able to get tickets for awhile. Fortunately we have two more ticketing partners where you can also get access to Bally Sagoo!

Desi Party: http://www.desitixx.com/EventInfo.aspx?EventID=22

Sulekha: https://www.sulekha.com/ticketsV3/buytickets.aspx?cid=542623

A taste of what you're in for...

In case you want to know what your ticket buys you...here you go. It's a clip of his show in Paris, courtesy of YouTube.com, courtesy of the guy or girl who posted it (thanks, yaar!)

And if you want more--cuz ya know you do-- check these out:
Churaliye hai Tumne Bally sagoo remix - mp3
http://beemp3.com/index.php?q=chura+liya+hai+tumne&st=song


You can download the Aaja Nacahle video form this link
http://sumitmattey.blogspot.com/2007/03/bally-sagoo-aaja-nachle-video-song.html

See? this show definitely will be "paisa valsoon" :)

Bally Sagoo tickets now on sale!

Buy your tickets now for Bally Sagoo before they sell out. You can get them here.

If you only get to see one deejay in D.C. this year, this is the one that you ABSOLUTELY CANNOT AFFORD TO MISS!

I'm sure anyone who is taking the time to read this blog (thank you by the way!) is already familiar with Bally Sagoo's work. But just in case, Bally Sagoo is a British DJ with Indian roots who is considered a pioneer of fusing Western and Desi beats.

Did you love the Bend it Like Beckham soundtrack? What about Monsoon Wedding? You can thank Bally Sagoo for that.

Seriously the guy has his one D.J. school--not kidding!

So don't miss this concert!!

Show 'em how you roll and go VIP! You get to meet and take pictures with Bally Sagoo.

Bollywood karaoke: It was, in fact, the time to disco.

Thanks to everyone who came out to our second Bollywood karaoke night. Everyone had a great time as there was lot of shaking it on the dance floor and singing along to recent Bollywood hits as well as some tried-and-true classics.

Alex and Anubhav were amazing, stellar hosts. Their energy was contagious! Their own rendition of "It's the Time to Disco" was a smash hit too (A friend of mine who is not a Bollywood fan but just a good, supportive buddy emailed to tell me that song is "catchier than an Abba tune" and is now permanently ingrained in her head. I e-mailed her back the mP3).

As you know--or at least know now--we hold our karaoke nights the third Friday of each month, so this month's landed on August 15. Now I know you know what that is--India's 61st Independence Day. So...we had to do a little something. We asked a few trivia questions that tied in Independence Day to Bollywood movies. I asked around and everyone said these questions were tough. For example:
Q. Name three movies starring Aamir Khan that highlight India's Independence day movement. (they had to name all three).
But man, did the audience know their [ahem] stuff! I thought this one was particularly hard, but this winner got it right away--without a hint of hesitation. Or, say, google by her side when reading this blog post. :)

Anyway, good times by all. Thanks to Tandoori Nights for letting us hold it there again, hope you guys had fun too. Oh and of course thanks to Asif who was magnificent at keeping the tunes coming and filling in for any guy parts when necessary.

And thanks everyone who came. We want to make this monthly but we need your support!! So spread the word to your friends. :)

Now it's time to concentrate on Bally Sagoo. Believe me--and I say this not just because I am part of the the team here--you do NOT want to miss this concert. The guy has his own DJ school for goodness sakes! :)

Welcome to the BoD blog!

Hi and thanks for stopping by to Bollywood on Demand's blog. We are a nightlife group in the Washington D.C. area, dedicated to throwing the best South Asian bashes in the nation's capital.

The blog is just a place for the BoD team to keep you updated on all our different events. We bring the best in celebrity DJs, as well as monthly Bollywood-themed parties, and the first and only Bollywood karaoke event in the Washington D.C. area.

Right now, the BoD team is working hard for our big, big bash coming up Sept. 6: Bally Sagoo at 1223!!

For more information on our events, visit http://www.bollywood-on-demand.com.