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Spellbound!
Believe it or not but it is a fact that Indian classical dance is flourishing abroad than in India, either as solo and group performances or in fusion forms. And, Odissi is growing much faster to scale the horizons of popularity," observes internationally acclaimed Odissi danseur and director Ramli Inbrahim, artistic director of Sutra Dance Theatre, Malaysia. Credited with mindblowing performances ever since he was first presented by bhartnatyam dancing queen Inderani Rehman, the first Miss India, Ramli had never looked back. — Photo by Photo: Vinay Malik

Nostalgic comeback
Abhi-Ash back in Filmistan after 11 years
Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan got nostalgic while filming an ad with wife Aishwarya Rai at Filmistan Studios, the same location where they gave their first shot together 11 years ago when they were mere acquaintances."It was here on the very same floor 11 years ago that we gave our first ever shot together. The movie was Dhai Akshar Prem Ke. Great memories," Abhishek posted on his Twitter page. "Then, I would have never dreamt that the next time we shoot here would be as husband and wife. How time flies, how lives change," he added. Produced by actor Dino Morea, the ad film was shot Tuesday by filmmaker Tarun Mansukhani who directed Abhishek in the hit film Dostana. "Shooting an ad with the Mrs (Aishwarya). My friend Tarun directing. Great to step in front of his camera again. He's great. And we're all set! The wife is looking her usual stunning self, and me....... Well, I'm looking like Shrek's cousin," he joked. — IANS

After awards….
Saif thanks all his directors after Padma Shri
An overwhelmed Saif Ali Khan thanked all his directors for his successful film career that fetched him his Padma Shri national honour Monday. "I am very proud and honoured to have received this honour. I would like to thank my family and loved ones who have been there for me and the industry for supporting me," Saif, who is in Mumbai, said in an e-mail message."I would particularly like to thank Imtiaz Ali, Aditya Chopra, Karan Johar, Ramesh Taurani, Farhan Akhtar, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Siddharth Anand, Kunal Kohli and Vishal Bhardwaj for having faith in me and making me who I am today," he added.After debuting with Aashiq Awara in 1992, Saif had to struggle a lot till Dil Chahta Hai happened in 2001. Directed by Farhan Akhtar, the film marked a turning point in his career. There was no looking back for the actor after that as he delivered hits after hits like Kal Ho Naa Ho, Ek Hasina Thi, Hum Tum, Parineeta, Salaam Namaste, Omkara and Love Aaj Kal. On cloud nine the actor now has bright future ahead. — IANS

Kiss me not!
Arshad Warsi vows never to kiss on screen again 
The kissing scene between Arshad Warsi and Vidya Balan may have generated much-hype for soon-to-release Ishqiya but the Munnabhai actor has vowed never to lock lips on screen again. Though the film has a lot more than the much talked about chemistry between the two actors, Arshad, who plays a criminal in the movie, says he was extremely apprehensive and director Abhishek Chaubey had to pep talk him before the shoot. "Mark my words, this is the first and the last time I have done an on-screen kiss. Bass ho gaya, aur nahi (enough of it all)", Arshad said in an interview.

Basu meets Bachchan 
After directing Hrithik Roshan in forthcoming film Kites, director Anurag Basu has now roped in Abhishek Bachchan for his next project.The film will be produced by Junior B's good friend Goldie Behl, who had last directed the Guru actor in box office dud Drona. According to sources close to Basu, the role in the untitled project was sketched out specifically keeping Abhishek in mind and is Basu's biggest project till date. "The movie will be Anurag's most ambitious project till date. It truly has a genius script," sources said. The film will be shot in exotic locations and a lot of work will go into Abhishek's look for the film. "Goldie Behl is leaving no stones unturned for the film. This is a dream project and will be Anurag's best work till date," adds the source.

Mom's the word
Aamir remembers mom's smiling face on getting Padam Bhushan
Bollywood star Aamir Khan, who is riding high on the success of 3 Idiots, couldn't have asked for more. When the actor received the "wonderful news" of getting a Padma Bhushan, the nation's third highest civilian honour, in the US Monday morning, his mother's smiling face flashed in his mind. "I'm so happy to receive this unique honour. The first thing that comes to my mind is my mother's smiling face," Aamir SMSed from Utah, US, where he is attending the Sundance Film Festival. His production venture Peepli Live had its world premiere there Sunday night.

Art from the East
They'll all begin with a blank canvas, give an outline to imagination, convert thoughts into colours, give birth to an idea, a perspective, an interpretation…art is what artist does, art is what you identify with. Which is why, some will paint the sand, others the sky. — Photo by Photo: Vinay Malik

Master pieces
The annual exhibition at the Government College of Art showcases a riot of creativity 
It's an exposition of paintings, sculptures, graphics, applied art works and everyone's cordially invited! Master Strokes, an annual endeavour of Masters of Fine Arts students, Government College of Art, is strictly on experimental basis. Not to forget the combine of media, riot of creativity, merger of colours and a catalyst for provoking thoughts. Shares a student to begin with, "We've been working on this venture for almost a year now and they've displayed only our best works." And boy, does it show? Some master strokes! While some still seemed to be still reviewing, comparing, appraising. — Photo by Photo: Vinay Malik

Hunt for talent…online
Talent Trove, a US-based firm, has launched an online talent hunt show in India that gives people a chance to upload their music videos
What's about reality shows that people can't get enough of? Even after we have had an overdose of them on acting, dancing, singing, comedy, adventure…they still enjoy high TRPs and auditions go full throttle everytime a new show comes up! — Photo by Photo: Vinay Malik

More for your home now!
The 'Inside Outside Mega Show' is back and this time with an international appeal, more brands and exclusive tag. The four-day umbrella event that brings in best interior designs, furniture; building and construction industries and home accessory giants under one roof, has over 100 brands on display at AKM resorts, located on Patiala road. — Photo by Photo: Vinay Malik

Getting together again
The wonder years - A walk down memory lane', was the name of the reunion event that was organised by Carmel Ex-students' Association (CESA) on Monday night. Staff and alumni of the school from Delhi, Patiala, Ludhiana, Shimla and the tricity participated in the reunion. What better way to cherish fond memories of yesteryears than have a reunion! Such were the thoughts of the ex-staff members of the school as they had been invited for the first time.— Photo by Photo: Vinay Malik

Brave it out
Empty nest syndrome can be painful, but all's not lost
Parenthood brings its own share of bittersweet memories. Seeing your kids grow and then leave home for studies or jobs is challenging for parents, who are left alone in the twilight of their lives. Courtesy: The modern setting and changing values. 'Empty nest syndrome' is surfacing in Indian society as well. Albeit loneliness can be intimidating, there are ways to cope with it.

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Worth a try
I am 50 and divorced for the past 15 years. I have a daughter and a son who live with my wife and I have visitation rights. My wife left me thinking I am a loser. She is from an affluent family and lives in her father's house. I am content with my life the way it is. I do not have many desires and I was willing to live with her in my simple ways. Recently my wife seems to have had a change of heart. She drops by frequently on some pretext or the other. Frankly, I feel quite happy with my life and do not desire to go back to my stressful existence. Should I consider having her back? I can't decide.

Relatively speaking
Dealing with loneliness

Parental support
Supportive parents seem to encourage their children's physical activities more, says a new study. In other words, parents who think their children have some sort of athletic ability were much more likely than other parents to provide instrumental and emotional support for their children to be physically active.

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