South Asian Festival

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BOLLYWOOD AND PUNJABI CONCERT
Saturday 7 P.M. Hall 5

A legend takes the stage. Malkit Singh, the biggest Bhangra selling artist ever, will start off the biggest concert in Toronto on Saturday night. With hits like "Gur Nalo Ishq Mita", "Tootak Tootak Tootiyan" and "Kurri Garam Jayee", the superstar continues to spread his music across genres, generations and the world at large.

Known as the “King” of Bhangra music with hit songs that have taken the club scene by storm, Labh Janjua is sure to have the crowd dancing with hits like “Mundian Tho Bachke” RDB’s “Jatt Marda”, and “Soni De Nakhre” from the film Partner.

Talented Indian playback singer Chinmayi made her debut in A. R. Rahman's Kannathil Muthamittal and has enjoyed success with featured songs in Tamil films like Enakku 20 Unakku 18, Boys and Sandakozhi. Bringing a touch of Bollywood to the stage, she will dazzle the crowd with her most recent songs from the film Guru.

Punjabi folk song artist Rupinder Jeet will also be taking the stage as part of the phenomenal Bollywood and Punjabi concert.

PAKISTANI CONCERT
Sunday 7 P.M. Hall 4

The stage will light up once again on Sunday night with headliner Abrar-ul-Haq singing Pakistani pop, Bhangra and Punjabi folk songs.

Abrar-ul-Haq is an explosive artist and one of Punjab's greatest assets in the modern age of music. He is sure to electrify the audience with hit songs like “Nach Majajan Nach”, and “Asaan Jana Mall-O-Mall”. A great night out for the whole family, this concert promises to leave fans asking for more!

FASHION SHOW
Saturday 4:45 P.M. Hall 4
Sunday 2:30 P.M. Hall 4

Beauty, grace and the best in South Asian fashion take the stage during the SUHAAG Magazine fashion show. SUHAAG Magazine now in its tenth year is North America’s longest running and most read fashion and lifestyle magazine, providing all the information you need from home décor to weddings to health and wellness. The runway will showcase top models, designers, trends and must have outfits from the Indian subcontinent, adding a touch of glamour and sparkle to the weekend long festival. Visit www.suhaag.com for more.

ANTHAKSHARI
Saturday 12 P.M. Hall 4

Know your Bollywood music? Prove it at the South Asian Festival 2008 Anthakshri competition. The best teams of three will battle it out on stage during the interactive game show of the weekend, complimented by the Sargam music band. Don’t miss your chance to prove your skills.

OUTDOOR CARNIVAL
Saturday and Sunday 10 A.M. to 10 P.M.

Fun for kids of all ages! The South Asian Festival 2008 has fun filled outdoor rides all day long. Be sure to get enough tickets and ride the bumper cars, mini pirate ship, roller racers, Spinner, Sizzler, Big Eli Wheel, Go Carts and so much more!

CIRCUS
Saturday 5:30 P.M. Hall 5
Sunday 6 P.M. Hall 4
CIRCUS

What can walk through fire, fly, bend and wow a crowd? The Zero Gravity Circus. Watch as this phenomenal troupe showcases extraordinary acts including dare devil fire stunts, acrobatics and high-impact circus style performances.

ARTS & KIDS ZONE
Open Saturday and Sunday at 12 P.M.

Looking for culture? Look no further. The MyBindi Visual Arts Gallery will feature oil and water colour paintings, multimedia and photography from leading South Asian artists.

Ready to showcase your creativity? Head over to the MyBindi C Zone. This informal creativity studio allows you to explore creativity by experimenting with various mediums, until you complete your work of art. For children between eight and 18, the Creativity Zone will also be hosing an exhibition displaying outstanding projects in science, robotics and technology. You can still participate by visiting www.mybindi.com

MAGIC SHOW
Saturday 3:30 P.M. Hall 5
Sunday at 4:00 P.M. Hall 4

Prepare to be amazed! Illusionist Winner of the “Entertainer of the Year” award from the Canadian Event Industry, Brian Michaels, promises to boggle your mind with his high energy, fully interactive performance. Brian’s Illusions are a must see for everyone in the family.

JAPANESE DRUMS
Saturday 3 P.M. Hall 4

Don’t worry it’s not thunder! The heart-pounding beats set to fill the halls of the South Asian Festival 2008 are from Nagata Shachu, a world renowned Taiko drumming troupe. Be ready for an array of Japanese Taiko, gongs, bells, wooden clappers, shakers and bamboo flutes.

BABY BOYZ
Sunday 3:30 P.M. Hall 5

Check out urban dancing at its best with Baby Boyz. Mixing the latest beats with the hottest moves, this group of young professionals is sure to have you signing up for dance lessons yourself!

BRAZILIAN DRUMS
Saturday 4:30 P.M. Hall 5
Sunday 5 P.M. Hall 4

BHARATHI ARTS
Saturday 12:30 P.M.

Food Festival
Food Festival

Food from around the world will be featured that are sure to excite the taste buds.

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