HAIRCUT TO STARDOM
(23rd November 2001)

If a haircut can make your dreams come true, then get used to this one as you are going to be seeing a lot more of it! For this cut belongs to 23-year old Arun Sandhu from West Ealing, who charmed his way into becoming a VJ (video jockey) on STAR Plus and Channel [V] in India. Arun was one of five finalists selected from thousands of entries in the largest national talent search within the Asian community in the UK - the 'Ticket to Stardom' promotion launched by satellite and cable channel STAR Plus.

Arun, a young student from King's College in London, was chosen by a panel of judges that included Channel [V] Executive Producer Mona Singh Ahaluwaaliaa; Founder of the MOBO Awards Kanya King CBE; Sunrise Radio's Commercial Director Tony Lit, as well as Taz of pop sensation Stereo Nation and Lisa Srao VP of UK Business Operations for STAR.

Arun said of his participation: "It has been so exciting and so nerve-wracking at the same time. I never thought I'd make it this far, but I'm absolutely delighted to have won - STAR has made my dream come true! I can't wait to get to India and start working with all the stars!"

Arun will be jetting his way to Mumbai, where he will be given professional training before he starts his TV career on yearlong contract with STAR India. The deal will launch Arun into the homes of over 300 million viewers in the Subcontinent and give him the opportunity to interview a host of global superstars like Kylie Minogue, Britney Spears and Madonna!

You can view the auditions of other finalists online at www.tickettostardom.com.

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