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A life in notes
Sonu Nigam has been in the music industry for long. He has evolved at each step and so has his music....
 He is probably one of the most versatile singers of Bollywood, yet the
humility of his disposition reflects in his voice. In Chandigarh to
perform at the first Bollywood Electro Music festival, Bollyboom, Sonu
speaks about his music and much more.
While most of the artists
restrict themselves to a particular genre, you have been experimenting
with pop, Indi and classical music. Why?
I have always been the sort
who has been open to all kind of music. I respect all musicians. Also I do
not have any mental fences that confine me to a particular kind of music,
which makes me explore more.
Back in time
Playing Lord Krishna in Mahabharat has given Saurabh Raj Jain a unique identity. He hopes to maintain it elible mark…
 There have been many
instances where people have rushed to touch his feet to seek his
blessings. Most of the times, he just lets them be. While at others, he
explains that he is no God and it’s the character that demands him to
dress up in the particular manner. Life has changed for Saurabh Jain after
he started playing Lord Krishna in Mahabharat.
Role call: Saurabh Jain. Photo: Manoj
Mahajan
Pretty cool!
Chandni Sharma, who has recently won the Indian Princess pageant, hopes to make it big in the glamour world
Her journey from a small town in the Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, to winning the Indian Princess pageant makes for an interesting Bollywood script. She competed against 30 contestants; some from metros, some who boasted of international experience and yet emerged a winner. Chandni Sharma is ecstatic and says she couldn’t have asked for anything more. “It’s a dream come true. I knew that the competition would be intense, but I took this as a learning opportunity,” says
Chandni, who was in Chandigarh on Monday.
Astro turf
ARIES: It is a good day for negotiating contracts. Seek publicity for business plans. You are unlikely to get much chance
to relax this evening. Women: beware of deception. Tarot message: Do not be in a rush to spend extravagantly.
Lucky colour: Grey. Magic number: 54. TAURUS: Your card 'The Magician' smiles on health. It is a useful day for discussing longterm plans. Your energy levels are at their peak. Some of you will be busy packing for a journey.
The year ahead
If your birthday is March 4...
Things will remain easy at work during 2014. You can look forward to enjoying financial gains. There will be peace and harmony in personal life. Health will remain good. Joining an art group will enhance your creativity. Taking a short trip will give you added perspective on a family matter. Don't get over-excited by a new proposal. Instead, carefully weigh up the actual impact. Business will be good. Artists and politicians will receive new assignments. A new opportunity will be waiting in the wings for you. Grab it and move ahead
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chatter box
Grey zone
While we have seen heroes of various kinds, characters with a grey shade are also very popular. We look at some of them.
Champion plotter: Rich businessman Anshuman Rathore wants to get rid of his child bride
(Shraddha Arya) in Tumhari Paakhi on Life OK, but ends up living with her. He tries every trick in the book to get her out of his life, but fails. His manipulations, anger and schemes have led him nowhere till now.
Par Excellence
The bunker shot: the sand drill
After we have taken a correct set up in the bunker we have to make a fairly upright swing and hit the sand approximately two to three inches behind the ball. The club face should be open so as to get the bounce of the club hitting the sand which prevents the club head from digging deep into the sand and losing speed. There is a great drill which creates the correct backswing for a bunker shot.
On a song
Punjabi singer Dilbagh Singh loves everything that his profession offers, except for the constant travel
Here's a Punjabi singer who aims to be 'different'. Supporting a bright orange turban pretty well, Dilbagh Singh shows up late than the appointed hour, but talks at a stretch, is candid, witty at times and able to woo the discerning listeners.
Ab-out time!
A new working module ABT is all set to tackle three problem areas of your body—abdomen, butt and thighs
Every morning, he would crawl out of his bed, curse himself, and wonder whether he really had to do this. It was no fun; but Hollywood actor Sylvester Stallone would hit the gym in his garage every single day. Gym instructor and fitness manager with Elemention Health and Sport, CGA
Chandigrah, Sohan Rawat narrates this anecdote to everyone who tells him how taxing it is to bring themselves to a gym everyday, especially women who can list 101 reasons for not making to the gym regularly. Once, he is through with this inspiring story, Sohan gets down to work, which simply translates into one word—fitness.
For fun’s sake
Famous entrepreneur Sandeep Goyal’s latest book Konjo is all about a person’s fighting spirit
He is a man on the move. From being one of the highest paid CEO in the country to a successful entrepreneur, Sandeep Goyal juggles a number of things to just have 'fun'.
He shares all the 'fun' he had along with the challenges, right from wooing Japanese giant Dentsu to making a winning partnership with them in his latest book
Konjo. A Japanese phrase konjo turns equivalent to 'fighting spirit'. And one needs konjo to start something, make it a success and sell it to start afresh all over again!
 Master Chef
Salad days
Our chickpeas or the ubiquitous channas have been a perennial favourite for the gourmand and mostly we have it with puris or bhaturas which has been certified as one of the most popular dishes in the country. But when we add it to our salad, the intrinsic taste of the chickpeas comes out and with the right seasonings it becomes a yummy and a refreshing 'add on' to the meal.
STAR TRACK
Gown & glory
Pale golds, grey and cream gowns added a touch of dazzle to the red carpet. The actresses this year opted for block colour gowns, in an homage to classic Hollywood glamour.
Shimmering metallics, bold jewel tones and newcomer Lupita Nyong'o led the style at this year's Oscars red carpet, as actresses shunned runway trends to showcase colors and silhouettes inspired by Hollywood's golden age. All eyes were on the year's best-dressed starlet on the red carpet - best supporting actress Oscar winner
Nyong'o. The 12 Years a Slave star from Kenya wore a custom halter-neck pastel blue Prada gown which she helped to design, saying it was inspired by champagne bubbles and a colour that reminded her of Nairobi.
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