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In the centre of her art
Internationally acclaimed performance artist Pushpamala N might proclaim to be a camera shy person but she loves to slip into a whole range of characters for her photo performances
“I hate being photographed.”
Strange words from a woman who is the central subject of her own photograph-based performances. But then internationally- acclaimed performance artist Pushpamala N, who was in Chandigarh for the National Art Week, organised by Chandigarh Lalit Kala
Akademi, loves this interplay of opposing forces, of fact and fiction, of humour and seriousness, of playfulness and cerebral.
The legacy continues...
It takes exceptional amount of mettle and spirit to steer clear of the slapstick humour, and double meaning jokes. Comedy, either comes cheap or it doesn’t come easy. Late Jaspal Bhatti, wedded the satire and cinema, fabulously well and came up with his signature school of humour. “We need not protest with slogans, our way of fighting vulgarity and cheap comedy is to make a good, clean comedy,” shares Savita Bhatti, at a press conference to announce the next project by MAD Arts. She adds, “Our next project is titled Paaji in Trouble, whose script has been penned by Jaspal Bhatti.”
Savita Bhatti & Jasraj Bhatti
From small screen to big
Television and Bollywood seem to go hand-in-hand and TV is often the stepping stone to a career
in Bollywood. We tell you about some successful transitions and some new and promising ones...
Irrfan khan
The talented and intense actor used to act in serials like Banegi Apni Baat, Star Bestsellers, Bharat Ek
Khoj, Saare Jahan Se Achha and even directed some episodes for his shows. He has even done theatre and teleplays. India's most famous and bankable export's first film was Salaam Bombay in which he had a cameo. He did some more independent cinema like The Warrior, Road To Ladakh and Such a Long Journey which made his a popular face on the international film festival circuit. His big breakthrough came with Vishal Bhardwaj's Maqbool and there has been no looking back since.
Following in the footsteps of big sis
There is no hard and fast rule to beliefs and yet, people indulge in them. Producer Krishika Lulla and actor Tusshar Kapoor did exactly that for their forthcoming film, Bhajathe Raho. The film title was earlier spelt Bajate Raho. We all know how the Indian television’s czarina Ekta Kapoor doesn’t move an inch without consulting her astrologers, her brother has very recently inculcated the habit.
Scene from Bhajathe Raho
Hard to please
Arshad Warsi is all set to play his famous character Circuit in upcoming Munna Bhai film. He talks about acting, movies and more…
Playing Jolly LLB
I am loving the response to Jolly LLB. For the first time, I am being praised as an actor. I am grateful to God. I am grateful for my director Subhash Kapoor too because he dotes on his characters. This film is riding more on my shoulders than my previous films. I hope it does well.
Fresh script wanted
Three years after the release and subsequent success of Wanted, producer Boney Kapoor has again decided to team up with director Prabhu Deva and Salman Khan for its sequel Wanted 2.
It is said that Kapoor has already sounded Salman of the project. And though Salman has agreed to do the film, his only pre-condition is that the second part of the franchise should be original. Accordingly, an original script is being penned.
Fashion Funda
Colour therapy
Designer-duo Hemant and Nandita’s spring summer collection Kaleidology is about colours. Floral prints dominate their collection and one can clearly make out hibiscus, roses and tulips on white base. So, when it comes to giving fashion tips for the season, they suggest colours and prints again. Even their next collection is an extension of this one.
Flower power: Nandita & Hemant
Master Chef
Spicy makeover
It is a make-over age. So, when we give the everyday simple food a glamorous change, it does tickle the taste buds. Here we have beautified the humble papad with colourful and nutritious veggies to make a wholesome snack.
Watch this melody
A digital show XXX360 by Puce Muse is all set to blend electronic music with visual graphics
Music can make a difference...and when music is combined with images, you can indeed listen to the images and watch music...Puce Muse is all set to put forth a spectacular show that will amalgamate electronic music with visual graphics and create an explosion of creativity!
Coming soon
Notes from the past
Usha Mangeshkar set to enthrall...
Usha Mangeshkar shot to fame way back in 1955 when she sang a duet with her older sister Lata Mangeshkar for the movie Azaad on the Travancore sisters, Sai and Subbulaxmi.
pet passion
Furry & fiery
“Chutki!Chutki” calls out young Harshim and who do we see gliding into the room? A small ball of fur with all the feline grace. She halts, sensing the presence of strangers and then looks questioningly with big green eyes at her owner. As she settles down with a soft purring noise with Harshim, she becomes more relaxed and starts licking and cleaning her paws!
green thumb
Groom your garden
The changing weather has not only confused gardeners but plants too. The repeated climatic fluctuations have partially affected the flowering factor. The plants are putting up blooms but with no certainty. The flower shows are held on scheduled dates, but the die-hard participants are scared. Is my garden the only one without flowers? Apparently, it is not.
chatter box
Limited Edition
Life OK is bringing out its popular mythological saga Devon Ke Dev…Mahadev on limited edition DVDs. A refreshing narration, compelling storyline and brilliant graphics, which challenged the set norms in the mythological genre, helped fuel the demand for the show that traces Mahadev's journey of transformation from being a hermit to an ideal husband and a loving father. Starring Mohit Raina (Mahadev) and Sonarika Bhaduria (Parvati), the show, in its year-long run, has created ripples on Indian television. The limited edition set is a collection of 10 DVDs with 30 hours of re-edited and re-packaged content with English subtitles.
The year ahead
If your birthday is February 21...
This year gives mixed results in matters related to heart. The start of the year, however, will create some differences between you and your partner. The second half of the year will be
favourable; it will give you peace of mind in issues related to love.
Astro Turf
ARIES: This is an important day for your career. An unexpected guest will gate-crash. A romantic mood will colour even the toughest situation with a rosy hue.
Movie collections
Murder 3 was made on a shoe-string budget and has recovered its money for the producers over the weekend, making around Rs 12 crore. The collections of Jayantibhai Ki Luv Story are plain dismal because it seems people have decided to not see Vivek Oberoi's solo films. ABCD and Special 26 continue to go strong.
A musician in the making
Mahie Gill can play the sitar and now she is learning to play the guitar. Saif Ali Khan and Katrina Kaif and Farhan Akhtar also play guitar so she is in august company. She might even play the guitar in a movie after she has mastered the art. Way to go
Mahie. Hopefully, soon we will witness it on screen.
All is well
Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra's son Viaan has been discharged from hospital after four days and the family is happy and relieved. The infant was admitted because he had viral infection and was on intravenous treatment.
Relieved parents: Raj Kundra and Shilpa Shetty
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