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Restricted line
As couture in India is synonymous with bridal wear, there are only a few designers who have gone beyond familiar silhouettes like lehengas and kurtas to try out something innovative like dhoti & cropped top
There's always much ado about couture. Is it old, is it new or is it the original? Is it eccentric or is it imaginative? Or, is it the fancy French terminology that they draw on to evoke an aura of exclusivity and if used thereby puts the maker on the pedestal of 'couturiers' and elevates collections to the status of creativity.
new look: (L-R) Models wearing creations by Manish Arora, Anju Modi and Manish Malhotra |
Divine calling
For Shekhar Ravjiani, who launched his fourth single, which is a rendition of Hanuman Chalisa, the track resounds his inner journey of spirituality, thereby translating into a personal expression of creativity. The song was the consequence of a compulsive urge to create something that was of spiritual significance.
Spiritual connect: Shekhar Ravjiani
STAR TRACK
Bad by nature
Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh, who plays the antagonist in upcoming Tamil action film Kaththi, says audiences won't see him as an over-the-top villain in the film, but as someone who is bad by nature.
Creative cut(s)
Get stuck in the geometric shapes of the Persian architecture; hop further across to English countryside, shuttle back to Mizo Valley. Inspiration could even be maple-like leaves of the Chinar trees swirling in the head or the idea of being a gypsy goddess stuck in urban threads. It could happen while you are casually taking a stroll down the street or on one of the journeys through life. The preview to annual passing-out fashion show, Designer Medley, by students of INIFD, Chandigarh, ropes in influences from places remote and near.
stress buster
Relate, without conflict
Relationship conflict is one of the main reasons for stress in our lives. It is a topic that is discussed to the hilt and I could say that for most of my clients — that this is perhaps the prime issue in their lives; whether the conflict is with a spouse, a parent, a difficult set of relatives or even with friends. Ongoing relationship conflict can cause a level of stress that can leave a significant negative impact in several ways.
Go-getter
Fighter to the core
In the battle between success and failure, a significant dimension of one's existence that proves its mettle is 'ability' - the ability to fight, to overcome and to win. Avtansh Behal probably values a different understanding of 'ability', which he nurtures with a stark contradiction.
it’s rocking
Folk lure
Here's raising a toast to the Chandigarh-based band or call it music project, Just Ittefaaq, directed by Jasleen Aulakh, who is the lead vocalist in the band, Naaz, the percussionist, and Nishant Agarwal, who plays the lead guitar and sings as well. The one-album-old band has now taken their popularity to a yet another level as their song Yaar da Booha gets featured on Balcony TV, which is dedicated to promoting regional talent.
TUNED IN: Members of the band Just Ittefaaq
CHATTER BOX
No time for love
Sneha Wagh aka Ratan in Yash Patnaik's Veera has played the role of a mother with maturity. Here, she speaks about her career and personal choices...
Bizarre is the new black!
TLC brings an exciting new series, Bizarre Foods America, with Andrew Zimmern. The series will follow Zimmern travelling to various parts of America and his home state of Minnesota in search of the oddest and strange cuisines.
KBC to visit 100 cities
Reality game show Kaun Banega Crorepati is now set to travel across the length and breadth of the country, giving the common man an opportunity to experience the game in their city, besides the chance to reach the 'hot seat'.
A marriage proposal for Farah?
Recently, on the sets of Sony TV's Entertainment Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega, an unusual event occurred. During a recent shoot, a sardar named Monta Singh made his way to the stage and took the judges by surprise — he revealed that he is in love with Farah Khan and wanted to spend his life with her.
Sooraj, the saviour
TV show Diya Aur Bati Hum's (DABH) protagonist, Sandhya, had almost given up on pursuing the prestigious IPS post her marriage to Sooraj, but it was his love and support that brought in a ray of hope and reignited her desire.
Busy bees
Rajbir Singh plays the title role of Hatim on Life OK and Mohit Raina plays the title role in Devon Ke Dev Mahadev. Rajbir, as it turns out, gets no time for anything except acting, as a show like Hatim is very demanding physically and mentally. The same applies for Mohit Raina, with regard to Mahadev.
The year ahead
If your birthday is July 31...
Astro Turf
ARIES: "The Emperor" gets you in touch with your leadership qualities. Today, your best approach is not to confront people, but to go about your own tasks with a great dedication.
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