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Chill out
With summer at its peak, here are a few ways to beat the heat…
Like each year, summer is here and in full bloom! Only that this kind of ‘bloom’ is unwelcome to most of us. And it all, veritably, ‘boils’ down to a war between the sun beating us down and we arming ourselves for the onslaught! Here a few tips on how to protect one’s skin, hair and overall health in this once-a-year-few-months-battle!
While staying indoors is one option, exposure to this harsh sun can result in trouble, especially for the ones with sensitive skin. Sun-block is one option, but that is not enough.
Small steps to stardom
In Chandigarh for the shoot of Zee TV’s serial Rab Se Sona Ishq, actors
Ssanjay Swaraj and Ashish Sharma talk about their respective journeys in the world of acting
At first sight, you feel Ssanjay Swaraj resembles actor Chandrachur Singh and the moment you compliment him he agrees that he is quite used to the same. Ssanjay comes from Hathras, a small town in Uttar Pradesh, and is taking rapid strides in the industry. “Hathras is a very small place near Aligarh and at a very young age, I got in touch with nautanki style of folk theatre,” opines Ssanjay.
SCREEN presence: (L-R) Ashish Sharma and Ssanjay Swaraj
Forever youthful…
Anil Kapoor is fifty plus but he feels and looks like a guy in his 30s. His career has reached a whole new level post Slumdog Millionaire, 24, and all said and done, Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol is a landmark film in his career. His career is growing even today. Kapoor talks about being a father, being successful and keeping fit.
Cool tips: Anil Kapoor
Films done only for money are a painful experience, says actor Irrfan Khan
Irrfan in no hurry
Irrfan Khan, who had his first solo hit in Bollywood with Pan Singh Tomar, says he is in no hurry to sign new films.
"Big bucks can entice anyone but I don't want to end up doing films just for monetary reasons. When you do a film for money, the cash flow does look good but the journey is really a painful experience. I would rather earn less than accept such films where I stay frustrated and irritated on the sets," Irrfan said in an interview.
"I would rather strive for a situation where I can do the kind of work I can do and earn money for the producers and myself. That's my goal."
MJ’s letter under the hammer
A letter that Michael Jackson wrote to former wife Lisa Marie Presley describing his struggle with sleep is to go under the hammer.
The King of Pop writes in the letter that he had not slept for days and needed to get away from business people. "I truly need this rest. I haven't slept literally in four days now. I need to be away from phones and business people. I must take care of my health first," Jackson wrote.
Another catch
After his debut film Vicky Donor, actor Ayushmann Khurana may land another interesting part as he is in negotiations to star in Tere Bin Laden Part-2.
"Ayushmann Khurrana is in talks with the makers of Tere Bin Laden Part-2 but nothing has been finalised as of date," according to a statement on behalf of the actor.
The 27-year-old made a transition from TV to movies with Shoojit Sircar's Vicky Donor where
he portrayed the character of a sperm donor.
Carrying
on: Ayushmann Khurana
Cole perfect for my designs: Cavalli
Fashion designer Roberto Cavalli believes Cheryl Cole is strong, confident and sexy, making her an ideal person to wear his designs.
The Italian designer recently dressed the 28-year-old singer for her appearance on talent show The Voice.
"Cheryl is the perfect Cavalli woman. Strong, confident and sexy," said Cavalli.
Madge’s big mash up
Queen of Pop Madonna seems set to acknowledge the similarities between her track Express Yourself and Lady Gaga's Born This Way by rehearsing to a mash-up of the two tracks for her upcoming tour.
A behind-the-scenes video of the 4 Minutes hitmaker during rehearsals in Tel Aviv, Israel popped out via YouTube on Sunday, displaying her singing the chorus of the Gaga anthem midway through the performance of her 1989 track.
Diaz likes getting older!
Actress Cameron Diaz says she loves roles that require her to prepare physically because it helps her keep in even better shape.
"I love to work out anyway but when you get a role where you have to train, it's like an added bonus for me," said Diaz in an interview.
Inspired act
Bella and Snow White are both very strong matriarchs that need to find that position in life
Kristen Stewart listened to Adele's emotional 'power ballads' to prepare for the battle scenes in her new film Snow White and the Huntsman.
The 22-year-old actress found the British singer's emotional songs to be the perfect soundtrack to her characters' attempt to win back her kingdom in the big screen reworking of the Snow White fairytale.
"I had Adele on my iPod all the time while doing Snow White. I choreographed whole marches with the army behind me to Adele in my one ear," quoted Stewart as saying.
Star power
Singer Lily Allen and fashion designer Victoria Beckham are among the stars who donated designer handbags to a charity event.
Rocker Jarvis Cocker showed off his DJ skills at the Vauxhall Art Car Boot Fair in London on Sunday, which featured works for sale from artists including Sir Peter Blake and Tracy Emin.
the ‘in’ side
Niche segment
Niches are recessed areas in the wall. They can be of any shape or size. These are mostly found in old constructions and are usually overlooked but they have a lot of potential and can be made to add style to your décor. You can use them for décor or function or both, here is how:
celeb point
Till death do us part!
They often ask me and I am sure many other actresses too, when are you getting married?
I have some random ladies coming
up to me and say, “Aapko kya kami hai, itne sunder ho, koi bada sa businessman pakad lo.”
Win(e)some treat!
“You’ll not be able to pair white wine easily…for example if I take paneer butter masala, I’d go for a white wine… but with chicken butter masala, I’d go for a rose and not white wine…it’s a challenge to take wine back to France, especially sell an Indian brand there, but we’ve still started exporting…,” Abhay Kewadkar, chief wine-maker and business head, Wines, The United Breweries Group, pours a little and promotes a little; takes forward the entire exercise of finding the right match.
it’s rocking
Toast to friendship
The trailer of Homi Adajania’s Cocktail starring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and debutante Diana Penty, has been getting rave reviews. The recently released promos have the song Tumhi ho Bandhu which is a peppy number, ideal to groove on, especially if you are in ‘high spirits’. It is sung by Neeraj Shridhar and Kavita Seth and has many fluctuations with changing rhythms. The lyrics are inspired from the Sanskrit prayer Shri Vishwanatha Suprabhata (morning salutations to Shiva) and are penned down by Irshad Kamil. Well, people love the song and the trailers of this movie with a love triangle.
TROUBLE SHOOTER
Don’t overprotect your kids
My daughter has been watching too much television. I find her irritable and rude. I get home late and she is often very rude to her grandmother too. We don’t socialise much, but I try to take her out once a week. She remains tense all the time.
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Kanika, Chandigarh
Try and identify potential stressors. It could be frightening night news on the television, a bully on the bus or too much yelling at home? You can’t (and shouldn’t) protect kids from all stress. If there is one thing that is causing unhealthy stress that you can eliminate? For instance, stop yelling in front of the kids. Turn off that scary news in the night. Minimise those stressors, you do have control over.
GREEN THUMB
Fruit of labour
No garden is complete without the inclusion of the plants of citrus species, such plants are not only a tremendous source of vitamin C that fight the diseases but also have ornamental value. Species like lemon are the ones that find daily need in the household.
Animated stuff!
Jasraj Bhatti’s short film Bunty’s Tree will be screened at the Reelkids Film Festival in Canada
The impact of four minutes dedicated to a global cause is now being felt around the world. When Jaspal Bhatti wrote the script and his son Jasraj directed Bunty’s Tree, little did they know that a four-minute animation film on tree conservation will get such rave reviews. The film has been to numerous short-film festivals, appreciated by environmentalists already…but now Jasraj is aiming for more. “Film festivals and environmentalists only make for two segments. We want that the film should be watched by the masses.
For that we have approached certain state governments for funds, which will help
us screen the film for the mass audience,” says Jasraj.
Time to shake a leg
Actor Ravi Kissen who is a big name in Bhojpuri cinema and earned fame with his stint in Bigg Boss is now returning to TV with yet another reality show. He will be seen in Jhalak Dikhlaa Jaa. Here he talks about his expectations
and ambitions.
chatter box
All is well
Buzz was that Giaa Manek, aka Gopi of Saath Nibhana Saathiya might have to quit her show if she took part in the upcoming dance reality show, Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa. Sources claimed the channel that airs her show even thought of replacing her but now things have been settled.
The year ahead
If your birthday is May 31...
If above 60, you need to put extra energy into positive use to reap good benefits. In case you are looking for ways to make little extra money, invest in secure financial schemes. Don’t give in to the emotional demands of your lover. Some pressure at work and home will make you short-tempered. Don’t make investments in haste.
Astro Turf
ARIES: The prince of Wands comes riding with a promise of power and energy. This should be a pleasantly sociable day. A Taurean person supports you through a difficult time. Tarot message: Be positive, you can make things happen out of the most unlikely circumstances. Lucky colour: Brown. Magic number: 56
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