Mark of an artist
Bharti Kher, in the city for the National Art Week of New Media, feels people should judge an art work for its artistic value and not the price tag
Her fame precedes her arrival. New Delhi-based artist Bharti Kher, one of the most significant names in new media art, occupies a singularly unique position in Indian contemporary art scene for more reasons than one. Often dubbed Bindi artist, she has earned plaudits for the manner in which she has transformed the ubiquitous bindi into an artistic signature that is both individualistic and transformative.

In her own rhythm
There is no doubt that Indian art forms are supreme, but they cannot survive in a static mode forever; they need to constantly imbibe the best from other contemporary art forms," observes young kathak dance exponent Monisa Nayak. She is in the city to perform at the ongoing Virasat programme being organised by SPIC MACAY.

Star walk
Designer Manish Malhotra's shows are known for their heavy dose of Bollywood presence and it was not surprising that A-list actor like Priyanka Chopra, Rani Mukjerji and Priety Zinta dazzled in the guest gallery at his offering at the Lakme Fashion Week. The show, which was sponsored by Aircel to promote its Save The Tiger initiative, was attended by most of Malhotra's close friends and Bollywood actors, including Urmila Matondkar, Sonakshi Sinha, Sameera Reddy and Sangeeta Bijlani.

League of its own
Bella Vista, the newly opened luxury boutique hotel, is not just about space…it's about an experience
The contemplations were on for a while. The anxiety to know, about what was already being touted as an architectural splendour of the tricity, was so much that we popped the big question to the gatekeepers. Is Bella Vista a mall, hotel or multiplex? But all they knew, even as they guarded the structure, was, "It's a beautiful building!"
The corridor inside Bella Vista

A movi(e)ng issue
Where a grave piece of news just drew a few sympathetic sighs and exclamations, it moved documentarian Yogesh Negi enough to dedicate forty-five minutes exclusively to the cause. "Last to last year, there was this Aman Kachroo case, where a young medical student ended his life after being ragged. That set me thinking that 'can someone be tortured so much that he ends his life?" he fills in the initial questions. And adds, "It's been one and half year now, that I've been working on this short medium film Prashanchinh."

Time out
Watches make for status symbol. The high end and premium brands of jewellery watches is getting popular among people who love precious stones. A new range of Swiss-made quartz with its dial bedded in minute white diamonds and studded with colourful diamonds on the external have been launched by Goenka Diamonds and Jewels Ltd.

Spicy treat
Here's something new and refreshing, again! Experience the taste of Kathiyawad combined with traditional blend of exquisite flavours and textures at the Kathiyawad Food Festival at Rajdhani, DT Mall, IT Park, Chandigarh. A traditional blend of exquisite flavours and textures, Kathiyawadi Cuisine is in many ways unique from other culinary traditions of India. The Kathiyawadi platter is a gastronomic delight and a part of urban Indian culture thanks to its varied flavours. The Kathyawadi food Festival promises an experience of typical traditional recipes from different regions of Kathiyawad and Gujarat.

Game for it!
In a telephonic interview, Kailash Kher sounds upbeat about the upcoming Commonwealth Games
While no one in the country seems to be confident about the success of the Commonwealth Games, given how we are 'falling' short on time and preparations, every one wants to be part of the celebrations! Call it our optimism or a cheerful replacement for the everyday disappointment, but one person who is convinced about the whole thing is Kailash Kher.

Making a home happy
In today’s hectic, stressful times, it’s challenging to build a happy, healthy home…but it’s a challenge worth striving for
A ‘happy’ home is every kid’s right. But in today’s mad rush of life where competition is intense and stress all-pervading, are we really able to provide that? A recent survey carried out by Sarv Shiksha Abhiyan says that 30 per cent of school children in the city suffer from psychological problems. And the blame lies with a disturbed family atmosphere, followed by issues like parental indifference.

Left out…
People ready to spend, eat anything or take drugs to be part of a group
A new study has indicated that people who feel excluded will go to any length to try to become part of a group, even if it involves spending large sums of cash, eating something dicey, or doing illicit drugs. "Social exclusion prompts people to use money and consumption in the service of affiliation," write authors Nicole L. Mead (Tilburg University), Roy F. Baumeister (Florida State University), Tyler F. Stillman (Southern Utah University), Catherine D. Rawn (University of British Columbia), and Kathleen D. Vohs (University of Minnesota).

BOND WAGON
Same pinch

Renee Writes
Change your stance
I am a 26-year-old guy doing post-graduation. I am smart and intelligent but very possessive by nature. I have fallen in love with a married girl who is one year older to me. Moreover, she is from a different religion and has come to study here from a different state. Due to this I have not been able to concentrate on my studies. I’ve lost my hunger and I can’t sleep. I told her about my feelings. Since then her behaviour has changed.

To enrich life!
Swap you girlfriend, say Aussie blokes in a new survey
Half of Aussie blokes harbour a secret desire to swap their girlfriend for someone new, revealed a study. The American Express Enrichment Report found one out of every two men thought getting a new woman would enrich their lives, compared with 44 per cent of women who said a new man would do wonders for them. According to the reports, three-fourths of men surveyed said their current relationships were in need of some serious enrichment if they were to feel more fulfilled.

 

On the Ramp The fifth day of Lakme India Fashion Week saw a brilliant play of structures, colours and flow

	Style check: A model displays the collection by designer Malini Ramani during the grand finale of Lakme Fashion Week in Mumbai. — PTI photos
	Auburn ahoy: Bollywood actor-singer Sophie Chaudhary displays designer Malini Agarwala's creation.
	Star appeal: Akshay Kumar at the LFW.