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Important to maintain decency on kids’ show: Shantanu Maheshwari

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New Delhi, July 31 (IANS) Shantanu Maheshwari, who has made his debut as a host on reality TV show “India’s Best Dramebaaz 3”, feels anchoring a children’s show is challenging as one has to think twice before speaking anything in front of the little ones.

From stealing the hearts of girls with his acting in dance-based show “Dil Dosti Dance” to leaving the audience in awe of his dancing skills in “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa” and to performing stunts and winning “Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 8”, versatile Shantanu was in the capital on Tuesday to promote “India’s Best Dramebaaz”.

“I am having a lot of fun on the show, but at the same time it is challenging too as I can’t speak rubbish in front of kids. It is very important to maintain a decency level. I can’t be rude to kids, and as it is a children’s show, keeping them entertained is a must,” Shantanu, 27, told IANS here.

“India’s Best Dramebaaz” is an acting talent hunt show for children. Its third season went on air on June 30 on Zee TV, and it is judged by Omung Kumar, Vivek Oberoi and Huma Qureshi.

“This show has revived my childhood days and taken me down memory lane,” added Shantanu, who had once performed on “America’s Got Talent” along with his Desi Hoppers crew.

He says there’s a world of difference in the way he was as a child and the children who he has to deal with on “India’s Best Dramebaaz”.

“I was a shy child. I used to stay quiet and composed. But the kids on the show are so notorious, I can’t tell you,” said Shantanu.

Asked what role does he want to play now, Shantanu said he has Bollywood dreams.

“I love acting and I really want to do a movie. But I haven’t explored much, so I can’t be choosy about the genre. But yes, I love to do challenging roles as it will push me to step out from my comfort zone.”

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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma

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World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.

Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.

During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.

On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”

Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.

It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.

Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.

Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”

On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”

The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.

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