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A social role call
When a whole lot of youngsters were busy networking on the social networking sites, a few were still stuck on the word ‘social’. It might as well be interpreted as a platform for coming together of human beings than keeping in touch with individuals. That was the birth of many ideas.

Strokes of nature
Prem Singh with his work With the dexterity of his artistic calibre that he employs carefully to enhance the character of his paintings, one is often acquainted with the traces of mystic that breathe through the soulful strokes of his perceptions. As Prem Singh exhibits his latest paintings at the Punjab Kala Bhawan, Sector 16, after a hiatus of fourteen long years, he manoeuvres a dialogue between nature and his interpretation of it in lyrical expressions, while disposing their understanding to your perception of it. “Perhaps that is what has always intrigued me about abstract, contemporary art,” begins Singh, who extends a careful note of gratitude to the Punjab Lalit Kala Akademi and Punjab Arts Council for inviting him to exhibit his works.
Soulful Musings: Prem Singh with his work. Photo: Manoj Mahajan

A new chapter
Barring the sound of the spoon hitting the circumference of the cup, he sits absolutely still; sifting through the pages of an old book, Paash, past present and Punjabi poetry. Writer, modern critic, poet, story teller, philosopher, Tejwant Singh Gill holds the draft of his upcoming book Walter Benjamin: Life and Writings, which hits the shelf in a day or two.

Write on: Tejwant Singh Gill

Rajeev Khinchi From Madison Square to Moga
The entire world watched the ‘big show’ at Madison Square, New York as Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the people. But little would you know that this to-be-remembered show was choreographed by the much-acclaimed choreographer, Rajeev Khinchi. An introvert by nature, Rajeev is acknowledged in the international circuit as well Bollywood.

Back to roots: Rajeev Khinchi

stress buster
Don’t worry, be happy
My client walks into my office and announces, “I am depressed.”

Deft touches
Kamaljeet Kaur's works in calligraphy embossed on calendars and a gold-plated sword Gurmukhi calligraphy is going places, thanks to Kamaljeet Kaur. Be it a session at Callifest 2014 in Maharashtra or an exhibition in Delhi in the past two months, she surely is doing her bit to find a space for Punjabi in people's hearts. In her latest endeavour, Kamaljeet has lent her craft to merchandise related to Chaar Sahibzaade, a Harman-Baweja-directed animated film on the lives of four sons of Guru Gobind Singh.
Words wise: Kamaljeet Kaur's works in calligraphy embossed on calendars and a gold-plated sword

Master Chef
Chicken call
The versatile poultry chicken is tasty in any form and can be cooked in myriad ways. With mutton one cannot do so much. Chicken kebabs are surely welcome, with added spices the natural flavour of the chicken comes to the fore.

star track
Meet & greet with Adnan Sami
Adnan Sami has made waves again with the song Sweeta from Kill/Dil. He talks about the song, the video and the music scene now.

The host with the most

chatter box
Delving into human relationships
A still from Itna Karo Na Mujhe Pyaar A relationship between a man and wife grows stronger when they become parents. Exploring the intricacies of human relationships, Sony Entertainment Television presents yet another modern and mature take on love and marriage with the launch of Itna Karo Na Mujhe Pyar. Featuring Ronit Roy and Pallavi Kulkarni Nerurkar in lead roles, the show aims at reinstilling faith in the institution of marriage.
A still from Itna Karo Na Mujhe Pyaar

The year ahead
If your birthday is November 17...

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