SHAKES-peer!
In the city, author RS White shares notes on the life of William Shakespeare
To be or not to be…ambiguity confuses, but it also fascinates while mystery has a charm to it. William Shakespeare and his characters, if demystified then, wouldn’t have interested as many as they do now. Even today, it isn’t possible to draw conclusions about Shakespeare’s personality and all one can do is deduce certain traits after analysing his works. So when the opportunity came, we thought it’s our big chance to know the ‘demystified’ Shakespeare, and who better than RS White, an author and researcher of Shakespearean works, to explain it!

SmART strokes
From designing for international brands to becoming a signature, Jiten Thukral and Sumir Tagra, better known as Thukral &Tagra, have come a long way. In Chandigarh for National Art Week of New Media, the young duo, who believe one plus one is 11, work in consonance to strike distinctive notes in the art world
Here they are, the Gen Next artists-the duo Jiten Thukral and Sumir Tagra. At first glance, one may be tempted to dismiss them as just another pair of exuberant youngsters… maybe members of some rock band with Jiten's green trousers and green shoes, and Sumir's spiked hair in place, making style statements of their own.

Bhansali's muse 
Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali is back with Guzaarish. And, he has once again teamed up with Aishwarya Rai in the film and says she is his muse. He also describes her as a timeless actor of Bollywood. "Aishwarya is my muse, my jaan and I get terribly excited when I make a film with her because she is very, very special. Some people are timeless and Aishwarya will be there for another 20 years," Bhansali said during the unveiling the first look of Guzaarish.

Solo show
Hollywood bosses are in negotiations to give actor Scarlett Johansson her own superhero movie by bringing the Black Widow back to the big screen in a solo outing. The beauty made her debut as the sexy superspy in this year's Iron Man 2 and will reprise her role for The Avengers film, an ensemble picture featuring a star-studded cast, including Robert Downey Jr, Samuel L Jackson and Mark Ruffalo.

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Magical moments
It was a ‘magical’ day for over 100 underprivileged girl children from various orphanages in the tricity who were invited by Fortis Hospital-Mohali to a special function to commemorate the International Girl Child Day as well as the 4th anniversary of Chetna, a support initiative by Fortis for the girl child. The chief guest was S Bambah, one of the most distinguished citizens of the tricity.

Killer deal
Kewal Kiran Clothing Limited announced its association with the Hindi film Anjana Anjani, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra for its brand killer.

Close up
Now get 18x closer to your subject with Fujifilm Finepix S1800 camera. Fujifilm India Pvt. Ltd., the wholly owned subsidiary of FUJIFILM Corporation, Japan, has come out with all new 18x super zoom camera.

LABH byte!
Punjabi singer Labh Janjua, in the city, talks about singing, acting, Bollywood and much more
Normally, we plan a career…but sometimes it follows its own course. For most Punjabi singers careers take shape, crossing one milestone after the other. Thank god for little mercies, some people know absolutely well what to do with their career! Singing to acting, the path is set and only a few wouldn't tread it, for most of them do. Labh Janjua, Punjabi-cum-Bollywood singer is one among many to follow suit. You heard it right; the singer will play villain and actor in three upcoming ventures.

Living life ‘Queen’ size
There is no way we can forget Queens; no way we wouldn't foot tap on I want to break free or The show must go on. Some notes stay forever. But an effort can be made to make them immortal and fresh. And this is precisely what UK's premier Queen tribute band, Rhapsody, Is This The Real Queen, aims to do. Formed in 2005, Rhapsody, a five-piece band, is like a tribute band that reproduces the original tracks by Queen.

Bag it all!
For those with a taste for stylish leather accessories and bags, here's a collection you'd love to possess. Adamis, brand of Rasulbhai Adamji, have unveiled their new collection of leather handbags, business bags, portfolio bags, and accessories (belts, wallets, mobile carriers, card holders, etc) for men and women. The brand offers a fresh collection of latest European designs with classy colour shades and a rich texture, giving a sense of skilled workmanship.

It’s rocking
Thursday night had partygoers bang their head at Score as Harley-Davidson India introduced its unique rock music property, Harley Rock Riders in Chandigarh. Bringing together motorcycling and music, Harley Rock Riders presented spectacular gigs by rock bands, Split and Them Clones. Honouring Harley-Davidson's historic association with Rock and Roll and its legends, Harley Rock Riders, in its first year, will undertake a five-city tour accompanied by Split and guest performances by Them Clones, Thermal and a Quarter, Menwhopause, Native Tongue and Indus Creed.

S(t)age wisdom
The history of mankind reveals that the holy utterances of certain prophets, sages and seers, replete with moral and ethical content, have had a marked impact on people. Likewise, the eternal teachings of saints like Kabir, Tulsidas and Guru Nanak Dev are full of wisdom," says musician and lyricist Shekhar Sen. Holding a rare record of 1,500 solo act performances of four mono-musical plays in India and abroad, composer-singer of 188 audio albums and five TV serials, including the Ramayana, Shekhar today is engaged in expounding the mystic significance of centuries-old Indian spiritual culture through theatre, the most effective medium of communication.

Sharp cut

Win(e)some!
What is it about wine that is complicated, confusing and yet classy? White, rose and red; look, smell and taste? The basics are easy to get right. What beyond that? One thing is certain though - we certainly go on enjoying a glass of wine whether it's a romantic dinner, a casual cocktail or a formal party! Reason enough to clear some air. So, Thursday afternoon had Siddartha Tandon, manager, training and activation, UB group, coming to the rescue of the clueless, by holding a session of wine tasting and educating about the most natural form of alcoholic drink. "Most people are unable to understand wines, thanks to the

Oz-some food
Here's some tucker from Down Under that will impress you with its variation. The Aussie food festival at Café Oz-9 offers a full course menu introduces eight traditional dishes from far off areas like Italy, Middle East, South Africa, Thailand and Mongolia. Its main attraction is the tangy and spicy traditional South-African dish Peri-Peri chicken, Ratatoullie, Dukkah, a hardcore Australian specialty with mixed nuts, spices and bread and Thai meatballs with noodles. "The aim of the festival is to refresh our menu and offer new flavour to the city foodies. The recipes on card are exclusive to Café Oz and trying to provide the best of all cultures under one roof," says Gurtej Virk, owner, Café Oz.