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A date with fashion
It doesn't get more chaotic than the green room, and it doesn't get more composed than the front row. A ramp is the ultimate battle ground in pursuit of which the stylists, artists and models fight it out to perfect the designers' vision. A place where sweat-pant clad models are transformed into willowy fairies. Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) announces the 24th edition of the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week Spring Summer 2015 - yet another chance to catch up with the ever fleeting, ironical but magnificent fashion.
A creation by Pankaj and Nidhi; an outfit from Unmaze the haze
At your service
India finds a strong reflection in the drawings and paintings of Kanwal Prakash Singh, who was recently honoured with the Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard's Community Service Award
There is a reason why we love success stories of Indian diaspora. It is not just restricted to the inspiration to write home about but the gratifying feeling that spreads through the community.
"In my 47 years since arriving in Indiana, I have had an opportunity to see a major change in Indian diaspora in Indiana and around the country." Kanwal Prakash Singh, who was recently honoured with the Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard's Community Service Award, has literally seen the Indian community grow.
Armed with grace
'An artiste is born' is a universal truth for Kathak dancer Bharti Dang. She found her calling a little late, but once into it, there has been no stopping her. A proud disciple of Kathak maestro Pandit Rajendra Gangani, Bharti is taking forward the Kathak gharana of Jaipur. Based in Delhi, she is also a radio jockey, anchor, choreographer, costume designer and many other things. But, no jack of all trades, this! She, in fact, is the 'master' of all, if those around her are to be believed. 'Bharti: the multivalent', as she is called in her circles, is pretty good at multitasking.
A stroke of peace
A quick stride through the avenue that offered an exquisite view of trees, running along both its edges, from the main entrance of Kalagram led us to its newly opened art gallery. Well, the quiet Sunday evening found yet another reason to excuse itself from the autumn languor while giving away to celebrating the advent of winter, only this time, a little more artistically. Organised by the North Zone Cultural Centre, Patiala, in collaboration with Unique Society of Artists, Panchkula, An Exhibition of Paintings and Painter's Workshop, provided a little more than artistic vision to its viewers, perhaps a perspective of a sort.
Star track
In a tight spot!
They may be in vogue, but skinny jeans can prove to be a pain if you have to bend. That's exactly what actress Kristen Stewart found out when she tried to bend down in skinny jeans after dropping her car keys during snack run.
The Twilight star had stepped out to pick up some tasty treats from a local mini-mart on Saturday when she accidentally let go of her key chain.
But bending down to retrieve the item was trickier than she thought and she had to squat and lean to reach the keys due to her spray-on jeans.
Personal touch
The sexuality of disabled people is often ignored and that's what inspired director Shonali Bose to come up with Margarita, With A Straw, a gentle coming-of-age story about a woman afflicted with cerebral
palsy. Bose says her second directorial venture, starring Kalki Koechlin in the lead, is a culmination of her own experiences and that of her cousin
Malini, who has cerebral palsy.
My daughters far more intelligent than me: Mahesh Bhatt
Mahesh Bhatt has been one of the best filmmakers of his time and inspired generations with his movie-making skills, but the director, who now produces films with new talent, says his three daughters — Pooja, Shaheen and Alia — are far more intelligent and practical than him.
Doc Talk
Too emotional about your skin?
As one matures, one develops social habits and maturity to control emotions. In the battlefield of life, humans have to encounter various challenges, one of which are various diseases and disorders, which are bound to happen. As medical sciences evolved and progressed in its research on various skin disorders, it has been found that most of the skin diseases are influenced, triggered or relapsed by various emotions of the patient.
Chatter box
Sonali’s television stint
It was in late 2011 when viewers were introduced to a new Hindi general entertainment channel (GEC). And now, after almost three years, Star Network's Life OK is ready to challenge the established ones in the genre. Reason being, differentiated content and shows like Saubhagyavati Bhava, Savdhaan India and Devon Ke Dev…Mahadev. And recently, with shows like Laut Aao Trisha and its biggest dance property, Dare 2 Dance, it has set a benchmark for itself in the GEC space. With the channel focusing on social issues like domestic violence and crime in a big way, it is set to highlight the issue of infidelity in its upcoming show, Ajeeb Daastaan Hain Ye.
Astro turf
ARIES: You can achieve quite a lot once you get going. Never trust a stranger. Socially, you may have some problems with a loved one; however, it would not be too serious. Use your own logic to deal with difficulties.
New releases
Bang Bang!
Producer:
Fox Star Studios
Director: Sidhharth Raj Anand
Hrithik Roshan and Katrina Kaif, who made a fabulous pair in Zindagi Na Milegi
Dobara, will be seen together again in Siddharth Raj Anand's action-romantic thriller Bang Bang!. The film will released on October 2 in three languages — Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.
The year ahead
If your birthday is October 7...
With the expressive moon and stern Saturn in a challenging aspect, you may have to bite your tongue. Simply ignore those who approach you for financial help, because you will not get back your hard-earned money. New look, new outfit, new friends could be for you. A pleasure trip will be satisfying. You'll have to use a lot of energy to accomplish what you have in mind.
Indulge in divine jewels
Art Karat has brought forth the Raasleela collection at Hotel Park Plaza, Sector 17 A, Chandigarh. The collection focuses on embossed gold mixed with kundan done in a very unique way. Jewellery designer Asha Kamal Modi commissioned various artists to create paintings that were later integrated with precious stones set as temples on the neckline. Precious stones such as rubies and emeralds were carved into god figures adorned with a shringaar of pearls, kundan and filigree.
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