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Fashion passion
Fashion, somehow, permeates its way into Ira Dubey’s way of life or scheme of things. We start right from the reference point of Pinky Bose in the chick flick Aisha. She didn’t have to make much effort while trying to stand out against well-dressed mannequins or the riot of colours at Shoppers Stop, a store she was in Chandigarh to launch at the Elante Mall on Wednesday.

glitz & Glamour: Ira Dubey. Photo: Manoj Mahajan

Master of spice
He dismisses all stereotypes that border along the lines of defining a chef and he maintains that it is ‘momentum’ that has kept him going. In Chandigarh to confer the Youth Technical Training Society (YTTS) with the Star Plus Nayi Soch Award, Vikas Khanna, who is presently judging the Season 2 of Masterchef India, felicitated the accomplishments of this NGO while applauding their social concerns.

RARE RECIPE: Vikas Khanna

Living life to the hilt
“If I were Neena Tiwana, wife of Harpal Tiwana, who had his own theatre group I would have dedicated a lifetime to theatre as well.” Now who else but Neena’s real sister Balinder Johal, the actor of many parts in foreign films, can say that? Vancouver-based Balinder, more recently seen in a cameo in Punjabi film Jatt and Juliet, has no qualms about accepting whatever comes her way. Sure enough, Hollywood films do not have major roles for Indians. Often the filmmakers expect her to put on a heavy accent, but at the end of the day she is not only too happy with the money “nearly $1,500 a day” but also swears by their professionalism.

it’s Happening
Puppet pleasure
Since its inception in 2001, the Ishara International Puppet Theatre Festival has brought to India over 90 international puppetry companies and promoted numerous indigenous productions. Alongside Indian talent, countries that have participated include USA, Brazil, Belgium, Afghanistan, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, Turkey, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Taiwan, Japan, Sweden, Norway, Israel, Ireland and Iran.

Work and play
Kunal Khemu loves food and films. He recently travelled to Mauritius for Go, Goa, Gone and indulged himself in local delicacies. His other passion is films. He talks about his filmy journey, Soha Ali Khan and more.

Film buff: Kunal Khemu

In good company
Saqib Saleem considers himself very privileged and lucky to be working with Karan Johar, Rani Mukerji and Randeep Hooda. He has been a fan of his co-actors and director for a long time. He is part of the segment starring Rani Mukerji. It looks like Rani's character is married to Randeep's character and has an affair with Saqib's character who is much younger than them.

Dream come true: Saqib Saleem

Icy cool
With exotic flavours and colourful ingredients, there’s enough to cater to your sweet cravings An ice-cream brings back all the childhood memories - of love, of bliss and purity. And when it is served in an extravagant platter, it becomes all the more exciting. Vijay Sood, VP, Executive Director, General Mills India, at the launch of dessert brand Haagen-Dazs in Elante Mall, Chandigarh, on Wednesday, says, "Haagen-Dazs has won the hearts of connoisseurs in Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Chennai and Bengaluru for the last three years."
Chill pill: With exotic flavours and colourful ingredients, there’s enough to cater to your sweet cravings.

Act two
Wills Lifestyle, ITC's premium fashion brand, has launched its second exclusive store at Elante Mall, Chandigarh. Spread over 2,200 sq ft, the newly launched Wills Lifestyle store, will continue to provide customers in Chandigarh a truly international shopping experience. Wills Lifestyle, the fashion destination, offers a tempting choice of Wills Signature designer wear, Wills Classic work wear, Wills Sport relaxed wear, Wills Clublife evening wear, fashion accessories, Essenza Di Wills fine fragrances and Fiama Di Wills bath and body care products. The refreshing new Spring Summer collection is now available at the store.

get physical
Tone Tonic
For most women, the lower body particularly hips are the main area of concern. Here we have four quick and easy routines that you can perform at home, to achieve a sculpted gluteus.

star track
Under cyber attack
Kangna Ranaut's email account has been hacked into and she has no access to it. She came to know when her friends called her and asked her why she was not replying to them. So now she has informed everyone she knows that her account has been hacked into. Poor girl!

chatter box
Blame it on the grapevine!
The rumour mills claim that Tina Dutta is planning to quit her show Uttaran in which she essays the double role of Ichcha and her daughter, Meethi. However, Tina refuted the rumours. —HRM

Astro turf
ARIES: Enjoy a quiet morning and indulge in an artistic project. Let your imagination run free. You will face some minor difficulties at work. However, don’t worry and stay possitive. Tarot message: Think wisely before you act. Lucky colour: Green. Magic number: 33