MUMBAI: Pix Movie Club brings to you, John Carter, the third live-action film under the Disney banner. Watch it absolutely free at PVR, Juhu on March 09, 2012 at 10 am. PIX Movie Club is a special initiative by the channel to encourage students to watch the latest Hollywood movies absolutely free in Mumbai, Delhi and Bangalore.

?John Carter? is a live-action debut of director/writer Andrew Stanton. It is a fantastic fusion of old-fashioned adventure excitement and modern blockbuster spectacle.

Civil War vet John Carter is transplanted to Mars, where he discovers a lush, wildly diverse planet whose main inhabitants are 12-foot tall green barbarians. Finding himself a prisoner of these creatures, he escapes, only to encounter Dejah Thoris, Princess of Helium, who is in desperate need of a savior. Carter takes it upon himself to save Barsoom and its people from a growing threat

To become a member of the PIX Movie Club you simply need to log onto www.pixtelevision.com and click on the PIX Movie Club tab. On filling your details and applying, a unique membership number will be sent to the applicants via email which needs to be shown at the multiplex.

Mumbai: The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) announced today it will acquire, through a subsidiary, a controlling interest in UTV, one of India?s premier media and entertainment companies. The acquisition will be completed through a successful delisting offer and will enable Disney to integrate UTV?s current operations. In addition, UTV CEO Ronnie Screwvala has been named Managing Director, The Walt Disney Company India reporting to Andy Bird, Chairman, Walt Disney International.

?Increasing our brand presence and reach in key international markets is a cornerstone of our growth strategy. This acquisition expands our footprint significantly and allows us to more effectively build, monetize and brand multi-platform franchises, and deliver a rich library of content to the world?s second largest population,? said Mr. Bird. ?We couldn?t be more pleased that Ronnie, with his vast experience and proven track record, will now run our operations in India. Under his leadership, we will be able to deliver more programming on more platforms to this considerable audience.?

As a result of this acquisition and building on UTV?s success in the market, Disney will be India?s leading film studio and will produce both UTV and Disney-branded local films.

UTV is the leading TV producer in India with distribution in 20 countries in seven languages and across 27 channels. Its six owned channels have emerged as the fastest growing cable and satellite network in India. In three years UTV has also become a leading broadcast network in the country. After the transaction, Disney will be one of the leading broadcasters reaching more than 100 million viewers weekly in households across India. Disney will also gain a significant presence in digital media with the addition of UTV?s Indiagames, the country?s number one mobile gaming company, to its portfolio.

?In combining the creative capabilities of each company we will integrate a large stable of vibrant brands and franchises in the branded entertainment space,? said Mr. Screwvala. ?With the middle class expected to grow from 50 million to more than 500 million people by 2025, this market offers huge potential for us to deliver quality branded entertainment to consumers,? he said.

Disney currently owns India?s leading kids? television networks Disney Channel, Disney XD and Hungama and is the largest retail character licensor in the country. The Company?s mobile, internet and gaming division creates some of India?s most popular content, including Club Penguin, the virtual world for kids that launched in India in 2010.

MUMBAI: Disney is bringing Princess Cinderella and her Prince Charming to India beginning 19 December.

Disney is calling the Princesses and Cinderella fans to put on their dancing shoes and be a part of this experience as Cinderella and Prince Charming star in 20 live shows across five cities.

Over 250,000 Disney Princess fans across Bangalore, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai and Mumbai will get to see Cinderella and Prince Charming.

Starting with their arrival at the Bangalore Palace on 19th December, every show will comprise of storytelling session, Disney Princess makeover sessions, Waltz performance by Cinderella and Prince Charming, followed by special meet and greet with fans.

The Walt Disney Company India executive director, marketing Avinash Pant said, "We are excited to bring our India fans this amazing opportunity to meet their favourite Disney Princess. Creating memorable experiences for kids and families is at the heart of everything we do at Disney and we intend to provide our fans as many opportunities as possible to experience our stories first hand and engage with our characters."

Disney, in association with the Make-A-Wish Foundation of India, will also fulfil wishes of 60 children suffering from life threatening illness.

Clinic Plus has also tied up with Disney to further magnify the Disney Princess magic. It has launched packs with three Disney Princesses -- Rapunzel, Jasmine and Little Mermaid. During the promotional period, fans will get free Disney Princess 3D hair accessories and jewellery with every Clinic Plus bottle (90ml, 200ml and 400ml).

Disney Channel has already showcased Disney Princess movies and will be airing the Cinderella II at 11 a.m. on 17 December, 2011 as part of the promotion.

MUMBAI: Celebrate this Diwali with India?s #1 entertainment destination for kids and their families as Disney Channel, Disney XD and Hungama TV bring in the festivities with an exciting line up of shows and movies.

Disney Channel, the leading kids and family entertainment destination will usher in the festive spirit with everyone?s favourite family comedy "Best Of Luck Nikki". Join the siblings Nikki, Dolly, Rohan, Sunny and their parents in a special Diwali episode full of fun, at 10.00 am on October 26. Families will then continue to get entertained with a special premiere of the award winning ever popular classic "The Lion King" at 11.00 am. The timing is perfect, as the movie inspires young and old alike to take the time and celebrate their family while showcasing the victory of good over evil, much like Diwali.

Disney XD, kid?s favorite action adventure destination is bringing in Diwali with a bang this year. Kick start the hi-octane festivities with "Kick Buttowski - Suburban daredevil" and follow on as five brothers take on a 100 others in a special festive presentation "5 Pandavas" premiere on Disney XD at 11:30 am on October 26th.

Celebrations on Hungama TV will include a showcase of Diwali Special Movies, "Rama the Saviour" on October 25 at 10.00 am and "Ramayana" at 1.00 pm on October 26th.

So come one, come all to celebrate this festive season together with your loved ones with all this and more only on Disney Channel, Disney XD and Hungama TV.