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Shine like the Moon AN intricately embroidered bright saree, a stone-studded mang tika, fancy dangling earrings, a stunning neckpiece and the faint smell of henna. Isn’t that how a woman pictures herself on Karva Chauth? With city women gearing up to give up food and water for the long life of their beloved husbands, we bring to them a range of jewels and designs that will add sparkle to their day. Here’s a quick style check for all you pretty ladies out there... Clipped to perfection BID goodbye to safety pins and hello to long forgotten brooches. Add a little oomph with these back in vogue stylish pieces. You can pick from the colourful flower shaped ones that come with green petals or the delicate shimmery red roses or the intertwined tree branches. There are breathtaking delicate Polki brooches too. For your locks pick up from colourful clips adorned with Korean stones, zircons, tissue, beads and more. These come in interesting shapes like a rose, sunflower, a stone studded crown, bow, tissue and satin flowers. Or curl up a bun and beautify it with fancy jooda pins or go in for a zircon studded metal flower. What’s in: Polki brooches. Clips with chunky stones like Rambo, Korean and Australian. Designs: Blooming flowers, cute bows and dazzling crowns. Finish: Antique gold polish completed with shimmer or stones. Set in style BORED of heavy gold sets? Well, add colour to festivity with sets in pearls and kundans that are not only beautiful, but look real too. A triple pearl string that holds a kundan and pearl detailed choker, a delicate stem with flowers created out of diamante and baguettes stones and traditional kundan sets in colourful beads are some of the intricate breathtaking neckpieces. These stunning neckpieces come with studs in western designs or traditional jhumkas. What’s in: Victorian jhumkas, big chokers in pearl strings and floral patterns. Zircons, Australian stones, kundans, pearls and beads rule in embellishments. Designs: Floral patterns, Polki and traditional sets, the latter include a mang tika too. Finish: Ganga-jamuna, antique gold, silver polish and white pearly glow. Dabble with colour GO arty with nail art and colourful mehndi this time. Gel nail extension is very popular with women. Besides, French nail art and nail paint continue to be a favourite. And, if there are flowers and stars shining on your nails, there are Rajasthani patterns for your hands. What’s more heena has given way to vibrant colours this time, so pick a design and get it filled with hues of your choice. What’s in: Black mehndi filled with coloured and adorned with glitter and stones. Designs: Rajasthani
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Musical Weekend IT’S a treat for music lovers of the region. Beginning tomorrow, the three-day Chandigarh Sangeet Sammelan promises to satiate aesthetic sensitivity. Indian National Theatre brings the 30th edition of the annual event to town. Its secretary Navjivan Khosla said that the sammelan would open with an invocatory bhajan recital by disciple artists of well-known classical vocalist Vinita Gupta. She would also conduct the sammelan. Accompanying artists would include Dr Paramjit Singh, Avirbhav Verma and Vinay Mishra. Meet the performers Venkatesh Kumar: Dharwad’s academician performer of the Gwalior gharana, he has performed at all major national festivals. An A grade AIR artist, recipient of the Karnataka state Rajyothsva Award, he was rightfully honoured with titles of Sawra Sree and Sangeet Ratna and has 10 albums to his credit. Piu Sarkhel:
The artist of the evening, she is an exponent of the Indore gharana and daughter disciple of Pandit Kamal Bandhopadhya. Also an approved khyal gayaki artist with AIR, she has performed extensively in UK and Germany and was bestowed with the prestigious Surmani and Sur Singar Samsad awards. Date: October 26 Time: 6.30 p.m. Pandit Narendra Nath Dhar: The only instrumentalist to spell soulful strains of his sarod in the sammelan, Dhar has been under the tutelage of wizards like Radhika Mohan Moitra and Ustad Amjad Ali Khan before learning from his guru and father, Nemai Chand Dhar. Presently, vice-chancellor of Bhatkhande Sangeet Vishwavidyalya, Lucknow, Dhar is known for his innovative styles within the traditional purity of the raagdari. Manjiri Asanare: A scion of the Jaipur-Atrauli gharana, the Sangli-based vivacious vocalist will conclude the second session with her pliant, polished and seasoned voice. A virtuoso kathak danseuse also, she was initially groomed by her father Anand Asnare, tabla maestro. Date: October 27 Time: 6.30 p.m. Dr Kalyani Deshmukh: The highly-acclaimed classical vocalist will provide grand finale to the sammelan. A doctorate in psychology and an accomplished theatre artist, Kalyani took to music at an early age under the guidance of her father Manohar Bharve. Though trained in classical music, her versatility encompasses light, folk and Marathi theatre music. Credited with over 100 performances at top music festival in India and abroad, she has cut many music albums on HMV. Date: October 28 Time: 10.15 a.m
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Showcasing
rich Gujarati culture through innovative arts and crafts, city’s ongoing
Adivasi Mela is a complete one-stop shop for household items and
decorative pieces. Live demonstrations by adivasi artists is the most
spectacular feature of the mela. On offer are bedsheets in various
patterns including block printing and tie-n-dye works, priced between Rs
350 and 600. Next in line are wall hangings laden with ornamental work. One can also enhance home interiors with beautifully embroidered cushion covers, brought all the way from Kutch region. Other gift items include brass idols of gods and goddesses , artistic statues and traditional beaded earrings and necklace sets, the latter priced at Rs 100. Furniture from Sankeda, a small village in Baroda, is a good buy. Rich work, low height and a classic look, it starts at Rs 13, 757. This craft has been passed from one generation of adivasis to the other. With discounts of 10 to 15 per cent, a good place to shop. Till November 5, at Panchayat Bhawan-18
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youth speak
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am a Class XII student and currently taking coaching for engineering entrance. The ever-increasing competition in studies is taking its toll on the health of children. A majority of the students are expected to take the science steam. The pressure of studies and extensive coaching classes has deprived them of all fun and leisure. The main problem is the huge difference in the syllabi of Class X and XI. While Class X is simpler , many are not able to cope with the increased pressure of Class XII. Parents shell out lakhs of rupees on coaching classes and it is highly disappointing when the children are unable to deliver. Amendments need to be made in the education system . First, the levels of education should be made progressive from Class IX itself instead of the huge jump in Class XI. Secondly, well-qualified staff should be employed at schools which will decrease theneed to attend coaching classes. Thirdly, fees at coaching institutes should be reduced, making it affordable for the lesser privilaged.Only if these things are done will studies be seen as a boon and not as a burden. Feel strongly about something? If you are under 25, this is the forum for you. Mail us your views in not more than 300 words along with a passport photograph at lifestyletribune@gmail.com
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Hello
Winter Fine silks, intricately woven patterns and rich colours are the order of the day. So are cotton weaves with dashes of bright jewel shades, muted colours, monochromes, zari and brocade. “Thick woven curtains will be a rage in winters,” says Neelu Singh of Fabindia-9. “ These are available in kankha, chiken, badla, kalamkari. “You can also use layering to create a dark effect. The light drape in sheer mildly textured fabric entwined with heavier tussar silk in metallic muddy shades make up dream winter curtains,” says Neelu. The biggest trend is ready-to-hang drapes, which fly off the shelves even before they are displayed. “Our must-check out collection in this range is silk curtains (Rs 100-300 per curtain) in earthy tones of maroons and mustards,” avers Taban Syed of Dream Home Store-26. The store is also stocking exotic zari tablecloths, silk cushion covers (Rs 500-1,500) and wrought iron swings and gazebos (Rs 10,000 onwards). Interior designer Monita has experimented with rich hues in her décor accessories. She says, “I’ve done candle votives, tea light holders, vases, decorative bowls and bottles in reds, oranges, fuchsias, turquoises, rusts and golds (Rs 250-1,100). “ Winter being a time for earthy hues, she has played with bronzes, charcoals, maroons, mustards, dusky rose and plum. And, when we talk of indulgence in winters, slouchy leather can’t be far behind. Fashion Mart-22 and Ebony-9 have a huge range of leather bean bags. Monita’s also done up lovely cushion covers (Rs 1,300 a pair) and slouchy bean bags in pure leather (Rs 1,400-4,500). These are available in silver, pink, blacks and browns and are studded with metallic embellishments and buckles. You can also grab earthy woolen rugs (Rs 1,200-4,000) done up in geometric designs and zari borders from her range. For warm rugs and daris, Fabindia remains the best bet. The store has hand-spun daris and shaggy rugs in Bikaner wool and wool from Sarangi and Kinaur. Depending on the weaves (plain, checks, ladder), colours and sizes, these range from Rs 850 to Rs 16,000. For autumns, the place stocks baby soft woolen blankets in soft pastels (Rs 900-2,000) and Jaipuri quilts in feisty colours (Rs 900-2,000). Beston Stone Art- Mohali is offering sculptures in wood and stone. The figurines come in shapes like a moon crescent, mother and baby, frogs, forks, knifes, and masks. Also on the shelves are lamps, diyas and candleholders. “We are designing everything in solid natural stones and wood (Rs 1000- 10,000). They lend a warm, sturdy feel to a winter home,” says A.P. Singh from the store.
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Made in Punjab SHE
would like to make a Punjabi kudi out of Madhuri Dixit. Only on screen though. And, as of now she is happy having transformed Kiran Juneja, Dara Singh and Saumya Tandon into Punjabis for the forthcoming film Jab We Met. With offers flowing in from both Bollywood and Punjabi film industry, Rupa Sood, the city-based costume designer, is surely on her way to stardom. If you are trying to associate her with some hi-flying fashion institute, then let us tell you that she learnt costume designing the way it should be learnt — on stage. A stage actor, who was associated with theatre groups like the Comedian and Little Theatre, Rupa found out her calling was costume designing, and not acting. When the groups ceased to exist, Rupa found an outlet for her creativity in designing costumes for school children. “I have been designing for school children as well as for plays and music albums for the past 16 years,” she says. Films happened when she was asked to assist Dolly Ahluwalia Tewari for two Indo-Canadian ventures —Murder on Wheel and Partition. Jab We Met happens to be her first solo project. So how was it working with big names like Imtiaz Ali and Manish Malhotra (Manish has designed Kareena and Shahid’s dresses)? “It was fantastic, right from the discussion phase to the actual execution of the dresses. My responsibility was to design for the entire cast, except for Kareena and Shahid,” says Rupa. She has designed for the scenes that were shot in Punjab. “There were cases of faux pas and tantrums, but these were minor hiccups. The entire unit was very co-operative and I didn’t feel like a newcomer,” she says. Though designing costumes for school children is still her passion, she wants to give her best shot to designing for stars as well. “Getting into the skin of a character, harmonising colours with the ambience of the frames and the drama certainly give you a high,” she says. Her latest project includes Babbu Mann’s movie Hasher and Jitender Sairaj’s Lucky Draw in which she would be working with Irfaan Khan and Jackie Shroff.
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Little Interview Ten-films old, Shahid Kapoor still gets nervous when dad Pankaj Kapoor is on the sets. A forthcoming romantic film and a much hyped break up with Kareena, Shahid sure is sought after and busy like never before. Life Style caught up with the actor to know more about him and his forthcoming, Imtiaz Ali directed, Jab We Met. *
Tell us something about the film Jab We Met is a contemporary film. It’s about two strangers who are completely opposite people and face interesting situations that take them to various places. I play a calm rich industrialist in the flick. *
Any memorable experiences while shooting ? Once during the shoot at Khandala my dad, Pankaj Kapoor, came to meet me and I got so nervous that I just couldn’t do my scenes. *
Jab... took you to many different parts of India, how was it ? We went to Nabha, Manali, Rajasthan, Mandava, Rohtang Pass, Khandala and ofcourse Bathinda. *
Whom do you look up to in Bollywood? I am a big Aamir Khan fan. His way of life and work both inspire me. He is undoubtedly the best and I would consider myself lucky if I can achieve even half of what he has. — Dharam Pal |
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SIDELANES
FOR those of you who think the nine to five job is a statement of power, success and equality, rearrange your ideas after reading this one. Recently divorced and free, I stepped onto a thick pile carpet at an office in Mohali. Two hours later, wilted and insecure, I looked furtively at anyone who went by. The drifting gentry were equally curious. When zero hour arrived, the interviewers’ glanced through my published articles and employed me as Personnel Officer. I was offered a surviving salary of Rs 2,200. It was to pay for food, clothing and 75% schooling for my sons. I did not even qualify for a complimentary briefcase and had to fight for one. I tried various methods of stretching the salary. The only stretching I did was of my kameezes that were lengthened with matching cotton strips and red cloth flowers stuck on black canvas moccasins, which had developed holes to accommodate overworked toes. 9 to 5 was a myth. The button eyed, lidless Japanese sat on after hours and made a strict note of those who left on time. In Japan, you get paid for extra time but in India we put in the minimum effort to earn the maximum dosh. The Japs were forewarned. I was advised that promotions were considered if I worked until dark. The Japs rewarded me with dried squid, watches, torches, bags, geisha fans and bathrobes. They were polite and bowed all the time. I bowed back and have a back problem to this day. Our factory was under construction in Ropar and the Japan office wanted progress reports with photographs. I reached the site by local bus. While alighting, my foot caught on the warped step. But for the timely screams of passengers, I would have been history. I sat on a boulder and tried to control the trembling. At the site, the only thing high enough to photograph the half-built walls, was a load camel. The owner was paid and he barked at the animal to kneel down. The photographer, a short, beer bellied individual with a floppy hat, climbed up and held the reins. The driver made a piercing, unintelligible sound and the camel obeyed, heaving itself up on its hind legs. Horrified, I watched as the photographer, camera et al, slid down the beast’s neck, into a puddle of slush. I could not stop laughing and the miffed photographer refused a second try. At the bijli office at Ropar, an executive meet was on but hearing of a damsel in distress, a dignitary emerged. When I asked that the town’s electricity be put off for an hour, so that the photographer could climb a pylon and click a bird’s eye view, the officer went in for confabulations. He returned to ask: “Suppose someone switches on despite our orders, will you take responsibility?” I saw the photographer turn milk white and dropped the idea. Eventually, Robin Nakai hired a four-seater aircraft from the Patiala Aviation Club. I hooked my fingers into the photographer’s belt as he leant out of the open window. We hit air pockets and heat waves but the pictures were beautiful. The doubting Thomases in Japan were reassured that work was in progress. A year later, I had been worked to the bone and been shouted at by a misanthrope boss. I also realised that it was a man’s world where women had to slog harder to prove their worth. Given a choice, I’d rather boss around the husband and vegetables at home.
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New releases
Starring: Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor, Vir Pratap Singh Director: Imtiaz
Ali Irritated by
Geet, Aditya leaves the train. As she tries to get him back on the train, both miss it and are stranded on a desolate station with no luggage or money. So, begins the idyllic journey through the exuberant North Indian heartland in which this odd couple make their way through buses and taxis and camel-carts, crossing highways and deserts, meeting all kinds of people, to reach her house. On arrival, Geet’s family mistakes the two for being lovers. Before this misconception can be cleared, Geet elopes to her boyfriend in
Manali. Aditya leaves with her, confirming the suspicion. In Manali, Aditya feels empowered to return to Mumbai and resurrect his ailing business. Life takes a positive turn and Aditya begins to do well. One day Geet’s family who think that she is with him confronts
Aditya. Shocked to learn that Geet has not returned home, he takes it upon himself to find her. He finally tracks her down in a Himalayan town and begins another journey to reach Bathinda and flows into the colours and conceptions of a loud and happy North Indian family. How their separate journeys become one, forms the destination of the flick, a beautiful and captivating saga of made-for-each-other love. Lilting, musical, amusing and packed with mischievous contrivances, the movie claims to be a breezy fun-filled romantic comedy that will recreate the magical era of the 90s. Showing
at: Fun Republic, No Smoking
Starring: John Abraham, Ayesha Takia, Ranvir Shorey, Paresh Rawal Director: Anurag
Kashyap Thirty-year-old, smart Alec, K is stubborn, obnoxious and does exactly what he wants. He took his first drag as a teenager and got hooked. Addicted to nicotine, nothing can come between him and his cigarette – neither his wife, nor his friends and not even his own life. His wife
(Ayesha) is pretty and addicted to tearjerkers and soaps. She cares for her husband, but detests his smoking. Baba Bengali
(Paresh) is a sweet talking man with draconian actions. Autocratic and dictatorial, he guarantees mind-blowing results, provided his clients obey his every order to the T. If they don’t, even God cannot save them from his vengeful wrath. Abbas
(Ranvir), who has treaded the same nicotine stained path, is guilty of introducing K to his first cigarette. But his love for his wife made him quit. He is making amends by introducing K to Baba Bengali. His bandaged fingers are a gruesome reminder of what can happen if K fails. Showing at:
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T
COME
winter and it’s time to bask in the sun and savour everything from
pakodas to gajrelas. And, while most afternoons are spent in sun-bathed
verandas and flower-scented gardens, evenings are a cozy affair, a time to
get tucked in warm blankets, sip frothy cappuccino and leaf through the
pages of a novel. No wonder, the atmosphere inside our homes needs to be
exotic and warm. We invite our home-proud readers to join us on a visit to
local designers and transform their space into a gallery of life and
warmth. 
Aditya (Shahid), a defeated industrialist, is even more broken as the girl he loves is getting married. Unable to muster the courage to return home, he drifts out of the gathering and aimlessly boards a train. On the train he meets Geet
(Kareena) – a beautiful but annoyingly talkative girl who is leaving Mumbai to go to her hometown,
Bathinda. Later, she has plans of eloping with her boyfriend. 
Cigarette smoking can be injurious to your health, to your fingers, to your beloved, and to people close to you. What if a man is caught in a situation like this: A compulsive smoker vows to kick the habit. But if he disobeys, the consequences can be dire. Through a haze of smoke, K (John) sees his own doom. The makers describe the flick as a dark comedy with a very unusual storyline.
ARIES: Aries: Knight of Wands brings passion in personal and profession aspects. You will be attracted to things of beauty and may have a yen to travel distant places. You would revisit and enjoy a past relationship. Lucky colour: Silver grey. Tip of the week: Don’t reveal plans to anyone. 
LIBRA: The Moon takes you through a difficult Karmic situation. Try to overcome past taboos. A Leo or Pisces person needs your support. Not a good time to take others along on a shopping expedition. Your love life will be smooth. Lucky
colour: Deep crimson. Tip: Balance and perspective will lead you out of problems.
TAURUS: The Star, the card responsible for all the brilliant ideas, is still on your side so any decision taken will be right. Personal life will move faster. Stable marital life is on the cards. Lucky
colour: Yellow Tip: New offers must be put on hold.
SCORPIO: The
Queen of Pentacles blesses you with the finest of qualities
as you are on a winning streak. There would be taxes to be paid
and budget to be worked out. Past efforts will lead to
career opportunities. You will be inundated with invitations.
Lucky colour: Turquoise Tip: Plan your life to avoid delays.
GEMINI: The Lovers facilitate you to be open and inspired by new ideas. Don’t waste time in conflicts. Yoga and walking prove useful. A wish may come true on Tuesday. Avoid travelling too far on Wednesday. Lucky colour: Rainbow pastels. Tip: Don’t reveal your plans to your competitors.
SAGITTARIUS: The High Priestess reveals family pressure and responsibilities. You are original, energetic and ambitious instilling a personal style and vitality in whatever you do. Balance in relationships and professional activities need to be maintained. Lucky
Colour: Purple. Tip: Follow your instinct and act accordingly.
CANCER: The Hermit brings change. You will come up with bright business ideas on Monday. Friends will be helpful. Those in love appear inseparable and spend most evenings together. Lucky
colour: Deep Red. Tip: Be careful not to go in too many directions at the same time.
CAPRICORN: Ten of Swords brings fairy dreams. Stop making castles in the air. Finances turn around and friends are supportive. The events that take place now are guaranteed to bring results. You find solutions through introspection rather than planning. A Taurean or Virgo comes forward with a helping hand. Lucky
Colour: Light brown. Tip:Trust your heart and intuition.
LEO: Chariot brings light into darkness. Progressive changes are on the cards. Over indulgence in merry making could have serious repercussions. Attend to family affairs on Tuesday. Avoid striking any financial deal on Thursday. Lucky
colour: Peacock blue. Tip: Try not to get carried away by your success.
AQUARIUS: Three of Wands reveals now is the time to put your plans into action, particularly when it comes to legal and property matters. Brilliant links between Venus and moon indicate any wishes and hopes now begin to take shape. Visitors from overseas are cheering during mid-week. A short trip is on the cards.
Lucky colour: rose. Tip: Make a choice and then live with the outcome of your decision.
VIRGO: Nine Cups full of light lotus blossoms greet you as loving relationships flower with commitments. Do your best and promote whatever you believe in. Important issues come to light on Tuesday; you must address them even though there is a dark underside to them. Lucky Colour: Midnight blue. Tip: Don’t be bullied into accepting situations you dislike.
PISCES: Nine of Cups inspire you to climb new heights and actualise creative ideas. You will receive support by being generous. There could be opportunities for new business ventures. Be realistic about the financial aspects of the venture to avoid delays at later stages. Lucky colour: Peacock green. Tip: Don’t be judgmental with people who have made up their mind.