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Riding on the crest
Punjabi cinema is happening. And youngsters from the region are basking in its glory…
They didn't follow the popular path and they are not here as a matter of fact. They had their days weaved in confusion, they had to date struggle for a while, they had to be patient…till one fine day they showed up with their work and we couldn't but help notice the spark in them.
Here is the new brigade of the Punjabi film industry — a director who has the charts roaring with his first hit, Amit Prasher of Tu Mera 22, Main Tera 22, actors who can make you laugh and fall in love at the same time, Roshan Prince and
Harish, actress Wamiqa Gabbi, and a character artist who created a place in the crowd, Binnu
Dhillon. Successfully, they are stretching their road to success in the Punjabi film industry that swells by the hour!
Voice of conviction
Cinema today is misguiding youngsters, believes theatre personality Sahib Singh
Art is not about projecting your own vision; it is rather about envisioning that of others. The ultimate pursuit lies in the endeavours that have some credence. Theatre and films are such forceful mediums that leave a profound impact on the audience, but are they portraying the reality?
Punjabi at heart
Having been ignored by the Punjabi film industry for long despite being Punjabi in origin, veteran actor Benjamin Gilani feels it is a great time for the industry here and he is open to doing films that are designed keeping his kind of acting genre in mind. Known for portraying Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru in the 1993 film Sardar, he has also acted in movies, including Hum Dum and Game. Gilani was in Patiala on the invitation of senior Punjabi actress Sunita
Dhir.
Act wise: Benjamin Gilani
500 and going strong!
Dipika Samson couldn't be happier. She is thrilled about the fact that her show Sasuraal Simar Ka has completed 500 episodes. She feels there is a lot more to go.
Aishwarya all for content
The media circuit is buzzing with the news that Aishwarya Sakhuja is going the Bollywood way and she is also simultaneously taking up new shows.
Gaga’s million dollar aquarium
Born This Way hit maker Lady Gaga, who is recovering from her hip surgery, has bought Japanese fish for her entertainment.
The 26-year-old got the fish shipped especially from Japan and got the aquarium set up close to her bed to entertain her as she recovers, reported a publication online.
Fishy affair: Lady Gaga
Asin to tie the knot?
If the latest buzz is to be believed, southern sensation Asin Thottumkal, who made it big in Bollywood after conquering South, is going to tie the knot soon. It should be noted that four out of six movies in which she has acted, has crossed the 100 crore club. The Ghajini star, for a long time, has not signed any film and is currently keeping a low profile.
Theme for a dream
We generally associate age with experience. And if you think experience is required to harness your talent, then hold that thought! She is 15, the age when most of us are confused with the choices offered to us and the decisions we have to make in life, but Asmita Garg surely knows what she wants.
Need for speed
It’s time for the wheels to get rolling, only this time on a new route and at a speeding pace. We are eagerly anticipating a new tale of history to be left behind the resonating roaring sound of the tyres rubbing against the metal road. If you are still nonplussed over the brief description of the 26th SJOBA Thunderbolt Sub-Himalayan Rally-2013, wait until we unravel the details over the same.
Suit yourself!
Fashion has a transparent way of claiming its territory, which may seem rather discriminating. You’d often wonder how the capitalist bourgeois, a class which stands well described in the Marxist’s ideology, has an easy access to all the famous brands and fabrics. Terrible as it already is for the middle strata of society, we wonder if there is any possible refuge from the melodrama over fashion and budget. It’s time to curtail capitalism, which is fast consuming the fashion industry and in pursuit to do the same, Anuwant Pahwa, has launched a brand new store—Vedic Belle, one of the pioneer brands of Samaira Textiles.
Everybody’s cup of tea
The ever-perplexing quandary that is associated with the mystery of future intrigues the human mind and it is perhaps the same curiosity that instigates him or her to know what is unknown. Now, here’s an extension to your imagination that has translated into reality with its authentic Chinese flavour—the art of tasseography.
Future tense: Renu Mathur
Indulge
BEER hug!
Newly opened The Pint Room in Panchkula offers an exquisite journey into the world of beers…
Ingeniously preserving a supply of grains, our ancestors bestowed upon us a tradition of a crude fermented beverage. And so began gradually, a beer culture. Today, beer is a culture in itself. Adding to the culture is ‘The Pint Room’, which was launched in Sector-9, Panchkula, on Wednesday.
chatter box
Too hot?
Roopal Tyagi aka Gunjan in Zee's Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke was shooting for a skipping sequence for the fresher of the year contest in the show. She skipped more than two hundred times and felt dizzy as she couldn't handle the heat. Her co-actor Zohaib aka Rajiv helped her.
Damsel in distress: Roopal Tyagi
The year ahead
If your birthday is March 7...
This isn't a good year to sign a contract or enter into a binding agreement. Your personal life will light up. This is a successful time for you; you will be able to show what you know. Think before you take important decisions. You will enjoy with the family. Things will be fine at work. You will be able to save more money. Good health is indicated.
Astro Turf
ARIES: Get real about your daily routine and make it a happy one. Meetings and negotiations with potential contractors, employers, employees and consultants can be productive.
Starting note
Tiger Shroff's debut film has begun rolling. The cast and crew shot for two days in Mumbai and believe it or not, Tiger got mobbed by a curious crowd. The film is directed by Sabbir Khan and resumes shooting in Chandigarh and North India during this week.
Real to reel
Abhay Deol is nervous about shooting with his real-life girlfriend Preeti Desai in Devika Bhagat's directorial debut. He has also produced the film. He convinced the director to cast him opposite Preeti because he liked the character very much and Preeti plays a dancer in it.
Life size: Abhay Deol |
On the mark
The fancy and profitable release slot of Diwali 2014 has been booked by producer Karan Johar for Karan Malhotra's next film
Shuddhi. The film is a love story, starring Hrithik Roshan in a brand new avatar. The film goes on floors at the end of 2013. The leading lady is yet to be
finalised!
Early bird: Karan Johar |
Playing a sport
Anushka Sharma is professional to the core. It is getting hot here in Mumbai but she is bearing the freezing cold in Turkey. She is there for a fashion shoot and wore a sleeveless red dress with a thigh-high slit for one of the shots. She wore it without making a scene, so everyone applauded her after the shoot was over.
The item checklist
Kareena Kapoor Khan and Katrina Kaif made a splash last year with their item songs, Fevicol Se and Chikni
Chameli, respectively. We bring you item songs that are already creating a buzz
Win some, lose some Sonakshi Sinha in Thank God It's Friday from Himmatwala: We do not know why Himmatwala is being remade but we will leave that aside. Anyway, Sonakshi looks quite fat in the item song sung by Sunidhi Chauhan and the song is decently catchy.
Well-tried: Sonakshi Sinha |
Hot and happening Mugdha Godse in Media Se from Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Returns: Mugdha Godse will be seen after ages in this cheeky item song, which is a satire on Indian royalty and politics. She looks hot in her rustic avatar and the song ought to catch up.
Shooting star: Mugdha Godse |
Jacqueline goes rustic Jacqueline Fernandez in Prabhudeva's Ramaiya Vasta Vaiya: Jacqueline Fernandez has gone completely desi, like a village belle for an item song in Prabhudeva's next movie Ramaiya Vasta Vaiya. We are looking forward to her Indian avatar and desi dance.
Raw appeal: Jacqueline Fernandez |
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Looking forward Priyanka Chopra in Babli Badmaash Hai from Shootout at Wadala: Priyanka Chopra had a lot of inputs for her first item song choreographed by Ahmed Khan for Sanjay Gupta's movie. She got the lyrics tweaked and paid attention to the dance moves and costumes too. We are excited about this one.
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The vintage drama Anjana Sukhani in Idhar Gire from Saheb Biwi Aur Gansgter: Anjana had also disappeared from the limelight and has resurfaced with this song. We love the vintage and the period feel of the song and even its tune belongs to a bygone era. It is classy and we love the song. |
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