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Sep 30, 2011
Sep 29, 2011
The new tie-up intends to boost Facebook's rival social networking site and the superhero film
Shahrukh Khan is a brand ambassador – yet again. And the latest firm to sign him up is internet giant Google. King Khan has agreed to promote its new social networking site, Google Plus along with his upcoming film RA.One. As part of the tie-up, Shahrukh will join Google Plus and participate in a live chat on the site, using the Hangouts feature over the next couple of weeks. On its part, Google will promote RA.One through not only Google Plus but also through YouTube – with behind the scenes videos, streaming of the premiere and other events across the globe, and various contests. In fact, a first-of-its-kind video about RA.One is already up on YouTube. Shahrukh is reportedly very excited about getting a chance to create a platform where his fans from all over the world can engage with his film. But whether Shahrukh's charisma is enough to convince even a part of his mega fan following into becoming Google Plus users – so that the Internet giant can defeat Facebook – remains to be seen.
Source : http://www.bollywoodlife.com/news-gossip/shahrukh-khan-to-promote-ra-one-with-google-plus/
He may be the Bollywood Badshah, but Shah Rukh Khan's late coming at events has always got a thumbs down from the media.
The 45-year-old is trying to make amends - he has apologised and promised henceforth to pre-inform organisers as well as the media about his delays. In the past, Shah Rukh has been late for several events and at an event in New Delhi, he came four hours late. The superstar has continued his late coming habit while promoting his forthcoming mega-budget superhero film "RA.One" as well. At a recent event to announce his collaboration with You Tube for "RA.One", he reached three hours late, and, for a Nokia event in Mumbai Wednesday, he made the media wait for over two-and-a-half hour before turning up.
When asked if he would ever come on time, Shah Rukh said: "No! Actually I would like to, but you know what happens...I am right now in the middle of a lot of work. So I slept at 11 in the morning and I need to sleep a couple of hours. So I really apologise...Mujhe maaf kardo (Please forgive me)." Mediapersons were quite blunt in their request to the actor to inform them of his delays through the event organisers in future, so that they do not waste their time waiting for him. "I am extremely sorry..I apologise for being late and next time I will make sure the information is passed on to everyone. I think it deserves an apology first. So I say sorry, and I'll make sure the information is reached out to everyone next time," he added.
The marketing and promotional spree continues for Shahrukh Khan. On Wednesday, SRK launched Nokia 600, Nokia 700 and Nokia 701 in Mumbai.
The Symbian Belle enabled and near field communications (NFC) loaded smartphones were launched by Shahrukh Khan. Ra.One will be promoted through the use of NFC. "Today, our association with Ra.One brings alive an exciting set of experiences on NFC with Symbian Belle for our consumers," said D Shivakumar, Nokia India's Managing Director.
Shahrukh Khan also told reporters: "It's a great area for monetization for the entire film industry."
Speaking about King Khan's style statement, SRK looked handsome in his white shirt and black trousers! His neck scarf totally complemented his overall appearance.
Source: http://photogallery.apunkachoice.com/pics/parties--events/handsome-shahrukh-khan-launches-new-nokia-phones/200001327/
