Makeover for melody
In the city to promote a reality show, we chat up the rough 'n' tough guy Raghu Ram, singing sensation Neha Bhasin and three participants
He's better known for his aggression and an undying attitude of audacity, but there's more to this brainchild of Roadies -Raghu Ram. He loves music, wants to pen a book, feature in a film and a book and yes, he wants to be associated with melody too. And thanks to this reality show, Sitaron Ko Choona Hai, Raghu is now being related to raga also.

Kuch khaas hai…
Does the name Neha Bhasin ring a bell? If not, then relate it to Viva-the all-girl band of V-Popstars. Having created a frenzy and become a household name back in 2001, we are sure by now you must have related to the bright eyed, husky voiced, bindaas attitude girl-Neha.

Three musketeers Reel life, reality shows and upcoming singing sensations; there is no end to it. And Monday was yet another day when we met some more budding singers, this time three participants of the reality show Sitaron Ko Choona Hai- Nilakshi Bhattacharya, Shantanu Sudame and Yashraj Kapil. Talented, of course, these guys introduced themselves with a live performance, a zara hatke idea for a press conference, but like others.

Heart in mouth! It was the first for Hindustan Motors and Mitsubishi Motors. It was an off-road event to highlight the capability of the Mitsubishi Pajero. Not that it needs any introduction. Known as the King of the Desert, the Pajero has won the gruelling Paris-Dakar Raid record 12 times, the last seven wins being consecutive.  This fact has established the pedigree of the Pajero as being one of the most capable off-roaders in the world. Photo by writer

Spade work Colour palette Normally the bulbous plants give spectacular blooms. There are exceptions too. The bulbous plants could give the best of foliage or it could give both, the best of foliage and amazing blooms. Now, when it is the time to create a theme garden, let us take a stem further and use the concept for theme displays too. For this, let me take the example of Caladium, a bulbous plant.

Rhythmic progression
Awards in any form certainly encourage and inspire all, especially an artiste to achieve more in one's chosen realm. It may sound strange but it is a fact that city-based tabla exponent Mahendra Prasad finds a small reward of currency note of ten rupees denomination (bearing number 83-269322) as his lifetime achievement.

Geek Speak
Project yourself
Buying a projector is an investment that you want to make sensibly. So, taking the time to do some comparison shopping when it comes to the prices is a smart thing to do and something you certainly won’t regret.

Google, the guide
Lost in the web of concrete jungle and looking for the right path? Let Google maps come to your rescue
It’s always easy to walk on the obvious route. But the problem lies when you have to tread an unknown path. Now, this isn’t an extract from one of Paulo Coehlo’s book and you certainly need look into one for an answer.

Ring of disaster Just the ring of a cell phone can pose a dangerous distraction for drivers, especially when it comes in a classroom setting or includes a familiar song as a ringtone, says a new study. “In any setting where people are trying to acquire knowledge and trying to retain that information in some way.

Curious approach Godrej Appliances, a leading manufacturer of consumer durables for five decades, on Monday announced their new positioning ‘Designed by Curiosity’, that is in line with the overall Godrej Group philosophy of ‘Brighter Living’ announced last year. This new positioning for Godrej Appliances was shared by COO George Menezes at the unveiling of their new range of EON air conditioners in Mumbai.

Get connected
Nokia India on Monday announced the launch of its first series 40 touch-input device Nokia 6208 classic. The stylish Nokia 6208 Classic, priced at Rs 13,259, features a sophisticated pen input along with an alphanumeric keypad and handwriting recognition features.

Life in a ….Metro Amitabh, Abhishek shoot film sequence in Delhi Metro The Delhi Metro is fast emerging as a favourite among filmmakers and today it was the turn of superstar Amitabh Bachchan and his son Abhishek, who spend over four hours shooting a sequence of the film Paa along with actor Vidya Balan. Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan

Prize catch Aamir Khan did make it to an awards show, as Rekha and he were honoured by the Maharashtra Govt The Maharashtra Government on Saturday honoured Bollywood actors — Rekha and Aamir Khan — as well as noted Marathi lyricist Jagdish Khebudkar with awards  instituted in memory of showman Raj Kapoor and legendary film producer-director V. Shantaram. Bollywood actors Rekha and Aamir Khan chat with music director A.R. Rahman (L) at a function in Pune on Saturday night. PTI photo

What’re they hair for! Actors gather for a hair salon launch Bollywood actors Saif Ali Khan and, Salman Khan gathered at the launch of a salon cum fitness centre in Mumbai. Hakim Aalim, the renowned hairstylist of Bollywood, launched yet another hair and fitness lounge at a Mall after his successful hair, spa and tattoo lounges in Bangalore and Mumbai. Hair and there Bollywood actors Salman Khan (L) and Mithun Chakravarty (C) arrive for the opening ceremony of a hair and tattoo lounge in Mumbai recently. Reuters photo: Manav Manglani

Zindagi ka safar...
Rajesh Khanna to be honoured at IIFA Awards
Veteran actor Rajesh Khanna will be honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the India International Film Awards weekend to be held at Macau, in China from June 11 to 13.

Prem kahani
Now, Prem Chopra makes foray into Hollywood
After stars like Naseeruddin Shah, Anupam Kher and Anil Kapoor, it is now Bollywood’s original villain Prem Chopra who is going the Hollywood way with crossover film Heartland.

Run intended!
Legendary US athlete Maurice Greene (C) with model-actor Milind Soman and Ukranine athlete Inna Lebedevatry at a pasta-cooking event, ahead of the World 10K Marathon in Bangalore.	Brand Ambassadors of Sunfeast World 10K Marathon Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone and US Athlete Maurice Greene cheer for the participants in Bangalore on Sunday. PTI photos: Shailendra Bhojak

Fan club

Fans can be quite a fashion accessory! These models at a fashion show in the tricity flaunt a handful. Lifestyle photos: Pradeep Tewari

Red Riding Hood

Patrons of an antique car show, which featured cars from General Motors past, present, and future, look at a newly released 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS at the Sport Chevrolet dealership in Silver Spring, Maryland on Sunday.