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Visual tryst with great master
One photograph shows Sobha Singh with Prithvi Raj Kapoor, another one shows him addressing villagers in Himachal Pradesh. Then there's one clicked in a school and another one with foreign dignitaries, every picture gives an insight into the life of the legendary artist, Sobha Singh.
(L-R) Sobha Singh, Sanjay Gandhi and Indira Gandhi in one of the photographs displayed at the Punjab Kala Bhawan
Winners all the way
Life poses numerous challenges, some fade away but a handful come out with flying colours
A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor,' goes an old English proverb. And this holds true for three of these entrepreneurs who made the most of the challenges that life posed, saw opportunity in adversity and carved a niche for themselves!
A new innings
Cricketer Brett Lee was in the city for a performance
A guitar replaces the leather ball, a cool grey shirt and denims take the place of sports jersey; and there are sneakers instead of sport shoes, the little nervousness we see on the field is done away with a charming smile. That’s another side of Brett Lee, unseen, unknown, uncomplicated, for he doesn’t strategise anything on the stage!
From the heart
Mirror music. What kind of music do you expect from this genre? As you pull out a swanky gadget, of course your mobile phone (a fully loaded one for sure), tap in Mirror Music for a Google search and the rapper Bohemia lays out a precise explanation. “That’s my music, a reflection of my life, and everything else that I stand for. This is the music that comes from the heart,” he places a hand, swears by the heart. Touched!
Write talk
A two-day seminar on women’s contribution to the literary world opens at the UT Guest House
From the Vedic era till today, women have had their fair share of writings. And to highlight their contribution to literature is the focus of 'Celebrating Women's Literature', an event orgainsed by Chandigarh Sahitya Akademi, which began at the UT Guest House-6 on Saturday. This two-day event will focus on women's contribution to the literary world.
(L-R) Rani Balbir Kaur, Anirudh Joshi, Vivek Sachdeva, Nitoo Das and Mapreet Kaur
Sufi delight
But for the popularity of Punjabi epic Heer Waris, which has been influencing the vernacular literary scene and minds of Punjabis for almost four centuries, the Punjabi language could have been on the verge of extinction in Pakistan by now. The growing trend of opting for Urdu and English language by modern families could fasten this process," says Sufi maestro Ustad Khadim Hussain
Warsi.
(L-R) Husnain Akbar, Ustad Khadim Hussain Warsi, Amjad Ali
Bird WATCH
On a crisp, deliciously cold winter morning, the sun rays parted the misty curtains engulfing then PM Indira Gandhi's 1, Akbar Road residence. The cackle of Grey partridges broke out in the stately trees of colonial vintage that stand like columns at Akbar Road. The partridge heralds day-break on a North Indian countryside as the rooster in pastoral England.
Speed no bar
SkodaAuto India announces launch of the 1st SUV in its product line- The Yeti. Borrowing from the illustrious Škoda lineage, the Yeti integrates some of the best solutions from each model in the Škoda range to offer a unique mix of safety, functionality and comfort in a signature modern exterior and interior design. The highly anticipated Yeti, Škoda’s international best seller is attractively priced at 14.98 lakhs (Ex Showroom Maharashtra).
Frame by frame
The beauty of a photograph is embellished by a photo frame. The market is flooded with numerous exciting options
A camera captures it all-from a smile to tears to pleasure and glee. And preserving it for us is a photo frame that makes it a memory for generations to see. And when we are talking frames they not only make memoirs but also enhance the beauty of the photographs along with keeping them in good condition. While an eye-catching photo frame is a good way to add colour to any part of your home, photo frames also make for wonderful gifts and believe us there is a history behind each frame.
Fine blend
Stephen Marshall, Global Brand Ambassador, Dewar's, shared his passion and innate knowledge about Scotch whisky with whisky aficionados in Chandigarh. Renowned world over for promoting and educating audience on a global scale about Scotch whisky, Stephen Marshall treated the guests to the art of whisky tasting and blending and the exceptional nature of Dewar's Blended Scotch Whisky.
Billy Gill and Stephen Marshall ((right)
Picks & piques
Out of focus
This week Guzaarish is Sanjay leela Bhansali’s attempt to redeem himself and his talent from the quagmire he himself created from a hopeless debacle called Sawariya. Guzaarish stars Hrithik as Ethan Mascarenhas, a quadriplegic paralysed from the neck down and bedridden for nearly 12-14 years following a near fatal accident during one of his magic shows. At his side is Sofia D’souza (Aishwariya Rai Bachchan), his nurse and caretaker through the 12 years of static life. Following his fatal accident Ethan takes up a new profession that of a radio jockey and he appears to be successful at it too.
Global presence
Pamela Anderson dancing to the tune of Dhak Dhak Karne Laga in a miniscule sarong on Bigg Boss and the I&B's ministry order to push the show's timings beyond prime time after charges of "obscenity", have helped the popular Indian reality TV show gain global headlines. The entry of the Hollywood bombshell and the mob that welcomed her at the Mumbai airport had made news in international newspapers like the Guardian and
New York Post.
After all, I’m human
He is the Kapoor scion who shot to superstardom at a young age, but Bollywood heartthrob Ranbir Kapoor wants to be rid of the title of 'youth icon' and unapologetically enjoy the perks of fame, including dating gorgeous women.
Who wants fame, not Russell
Hollywood superstar Russell Crowe considers fame an "unfortunate byproduct" of his acting career. The Gladiator star hates the celebrity culture and especially the attention received by his young children Charles, six, and four-year-old Tennyson with his wife, singer-and-actress Danielle Spencer, reported
Contactmusic.
Russell Crowe
Comic take
West is West', the much awaited sequel to the cult comedy East is East, will kick off the 41st edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2010 which begins on November 22. Director of the film festival, S M Khan, said the movie will be the first screening of the extravaganza which will be inaugurated by chief guest, Indian film legend Yash Chopra, and actor Ajay Devgn.
On the move
Aishwarya Rai says life has been extremely fast-paced since the day she chose to study science in high school. Now the internationally renowned actor is waiting to take a much-needed break before entering another year full of film projects.
Kids the word
Bollywood actress Raveena Tandon, who looked ravishing while sashaying down the ramp for designer Nivedita Saboo at the ongoing Pune Fashion Week (PFW), revealed that the reason behind her fitness is her two kids.
Role call
Popular television actor Ronit Roy earned rave reviews for his performance in the internationally acclaimed movie Udaan, but he is not interested in doing something similar because he doesn't want to be typecast.
Like mother, like daughter
Oscar winning actress Halle Berry would be happy if her daughter Nahla wanted to be an actress, but insists it is too early to map out the youngster's life.
Secret admirer
Scottish actor Gerard Butler has a secret admirer in the 2010 Playboy Playmate of the Year, American model Hope Dworaczyk. Dworaczyk has a soft corner for the Law Abiding Citizen star, and says she would love to meet him because she thinks he has a "mysterious" side.
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