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Contours of fashion
A fantasy, a whim, a need to look better, fashion is all about how you perceive it…
Fashion, to some, is frivolity. For others, it’s a fantasy. When Marc Jacobs says something on fashion, it becomes a part of the quotable quotes. Period. He struck many a chords with the recent statement, “Anything to me that is part of the joy, the ritual, of getting dressed — things that women enjoy like bags, shoes, fragrance, clothes, make-up - that’s what fashion’s about for me.” Coco Chanel wouldn’t be what she is if she didn’t view fashion as “something that doesn’t exist in dresses only.” Donatella Versace stating, “Fashion is all about happiness. It’s fun. But it’s not medicine,” is as true as indubitable.
How our homegrown designers view the concept is not very different. “Fashion, to begin with, can’t be defined.
Designer duo Jai (left) and Parvesh walk the ramp with a show-stopper
On sale—success
In his latest book — You Can Sell —motivational speaker Shiv Khera talks about the art of selling successfully
There is a lot of addition to what all sells in India. In contrast to what Neha Dhupia claimed once upon a time, “only sex and Shah Rukh Khan sell in India”, job-seekers in interviews, lawyers, politicians, salesmen…just about everybody is in the selling business, selling just-about-everything! It’s this aspect of our society that is the subject of motivational speaker Shiv Khera’s latest book — You Can Sell. “Success today is determined by one’s ability or inability to sell,” says the author.
A LINE that matters
Change the game — Pepsi’s new punch-line underlines the innovation required to captivate the mind of the audiences. The same goes for Bollywood movies as well, which is reflected in their poster-perfect taglines. Ishaqzaade hain jitne fasano mein, milte hain kahan ab jahanon mein — the tagline lays down the youthful attitude of Arjun Kapoor and Parineeta Chopra in the movie Ishaqzaade!
Dream come true
Charlize Theron, who recently adopted a baby boy named Jackson, has revealed that she had always wanted to give a home to a child since she was just eight. The Oscar-winning actress made the revelations in an interview saying that she always knew it would happen.
Motherly touch: Charlize Theron
Man of honour
Hollywood actor Hugh Jackman is set to receive an honorary Tony Award for his outstanding theatre achievements and fund-raising efforts.
The 43-year-old Australian hunk single-handedly raised more than USD 857,740 for Broadway Cares by auctioning off his undershirts after each gig, reported a publication online.
A close call
Mena Suvari has revealed that she almost walked away from Hollywood forever when she became disillusioned with the movie industry after the huge success of American Beauty. The blonde star shot to fame in Sam Mendes’ multi-Oscar winning 1999 drama, and was nominated for a British Academy of Film and Television Arts award for best supporting actress for her role as vain Angela Hayes.
Reality bites: Mena Suvari
Tried and tested
Noted filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt, who is eagerly eyeing the release of his latest production Jannat 2, says it is an apt title as the sequels are a safe bet when it comes to box office results.
Hunt is on...
Jennifer Aniston is looking for pads in Richmond, a suburb outside of London, where ex husband Brad Pitt and his fiancee Angelina Jolie rented last year and plan to spend much of the next two years. While Aniston is in London filming a low-budget comedy drama Miss You Already, her representatives have been viewing homes for her.
Perfect pad: Jennifer Aniston
Replacement
Top Gun actor Tom Cruise will replace Hugh Jackman of X-Men fame as the title character in the new Van Helsing movie. Jackman, 43, starred in the fictional role of vigilante monster hunter Gabriel Van Helsing in the 2004 film but Cruise will be taking over in a “re-imagining” of the franchise, reported a publication.
Tom Cruise
I am an actress, not an eye candy: Tannishtha
Actress Tannishtha Chatterjee says she is happy not being a typical Bollywood actress masked by dollops of make-up and she would rather have her work do the talking. The actress, who has starred in a number of international projects besides regional and Hindi films, says she is an actress, not an eye candy. “Directors come to me when they want someone beyond a pretty face.
Woman of substance: Tannishtha Chatterjee
Best for the last
His underworld drama Shootout at Wadala travels from 1978 to 1981 and director Sanjay Gupta says that creating the right background was a big challenge as everything has changed a lot in the last three decades.
Wedding vows
Mr and Mrs Smith actor Brad Pitt has taken control of planning his wedding to co-star Angelina Jolie this summer because he wants the ceremony to be perfect.
Pitt, 48, who raises six children with Jolie, 36, is being involved in every aspect of the big day as he wants the nuptials to be perfect, reported a publication.
Well groom-ed: Brad Pitt
Will she, won’t she?
Former Hannah Montanna actress Miley Cyrus might be one of the judges on Simon Cowell’s US version of The X Factor. The 19-year-old Party in the USA hit maker has been approached by Cowell’s team and is in negotiations to take a place on the judging panel after the departure of Nicole Scherzinger and Paula Abdul.
All work, no rest
Bipasha Basu has been having sleepless nights because of shooting for Raaz 3 in 3D. They are shooting at night to maintain the effect and it is tiring her but only a few days are left so she is looking forward to her resting mode.
Shoppers’ den...
From Pakistani suits to Rajasthani jewellery to food court, there will be something for everyone at
the upcoming exhibition
It’s an era catered to ‘you’. So, if you are looking for jewellery to go with your honeydew sari or the dry flower arrangement to go with tawny furniture at home, Interior & Fashion Week 2012 comes with all that.
On at Bella Vista - 5, Panchkula, this three-day exhibition has some 80 stalls catering to fashion, jewellery and décor
items. “Keeping in mind the feedback from customers, we have brought old and
new designers not only from different parts of the country but also from
countries like Thailand, Indonesia, Afghanistan and Pakistan,” says Neha, one
of the organisers of this show.
Banking on determination
For those who really want to make a mark in their lives, nothing can stop them. Niharika Jindal (24) is one of those, who has kept her focus steady throughout her young life and is now ready to enter the Deutsche Bank after training in New York. We talk to her and find out what keeps her going…
Focal point: Niharika Jindal
Guru mantra
Col Guru tells us how to fight stress and enjoy good health
If you are yet another victim of stress, Col Guru (Gurusewak Singh) doles our some very practical but
oft-ignored tips. Gathering information from various workshops that he has been conducting for the last three years, his experience as marriage counsellor, Col Guru has come up with his second book Stress Management: Steps to Health, Happiness Success. The book addresses stress related problems in different work areas like Armed forces, police force, educational institution, corporate sector and among senior citizens.
Beating stress: Col Guru
TROUBLE SHOOTER
Get your priorities right
I am 30 and have been living with my parents for the last year as my wife and
I are separated. We lived together for three years and had known each other
before marriage. However, I was not able to sustain my career as I should have.
I am basically a person who does not push much. My wife felt I did not try hard
enough. I was fairly good as a student but my family felt I did not achieve my
potential. Now I am working in a call centre. I want to make things work out
with my wife but when she is critical of me I end up feeling very low.
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Ajay, Ambala
IT’S ROCKING
Rahat once again...
The recently-released film Tezz had a quick connect with the audience through its Sufi track Tere Bina, if not with its storyline. At one point of time you feel you have heard the best of Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, but then again you are served with something fresh and mesmerising which makes for an addictive hearing.
Charged up
Star Plus’ Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar Season 2 is in the midst of some serious competition. With contestants battling it to win the title, it has been seen that the mentors are not lagging behind. Shaan’s champions have been consistently performing brilliantly and this has been the reason for some stiff competition between the judges Shaan and Shantanu.
Decoding criminal minds
Not a day passes without us reading shocking headlines about crime in newspapers. How can we change things? That’s the question that has inspired Life OK’s brand new show aimed at fighting crimes by equipping ourselves with knowledge of how the criminal mind
functions.
chatter box
Living in the moment...
Jaipur-born beautiful, talented actress Jayshri Soni is riding high on the success of her family show Niyati. The show has completed more than 300 episodes. She feels lucky because things are good for the current track on air. She is confident of achieving many such milestones in the future. She has now added one more good show in her career profile. Like the character she essays in the show, she believes in celebrating each moment of life. She is trying to prove herself in the forthcoming episodes. In an interview Jayashri Soni speaks her heart out.
The year ahead
If your birthday is May 3...
The current year will bring changes in financial situation and you will be able to reach a decisive turning point in your career. You will rediscover someone who is very close to your heart. This time you will meet many new people, which will lead to new opportunities to travel abroad. So, to sum up 2012-13 is a year of extraordinary planetary effervescence.
Astro Turf
ARIES: Do not work overtime. Plan some fun and relaxation with friends and loved ones and leave stress city behind. “The Magus” brings change and travel. A brief business cum pleasure trip is just on the cards. Tarot message: Don’t waste an opportunity by being rash or impulsive. Lucky colour: Turquoise. Magic number: 44
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