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An officer, a gentleman and
a future husband! VALOROUS, bold, heroic, disciplined, patriotic…ask any guy walking on the street to describe an Army man, and he’ll reply so, with pride of course. Now, ask any gal and her reply will leave you smiling and wondering. Oh-so-caring, touchingly sensitive, exceptionally handsome, unbelievably romantic, and perfect to marry, she’ll reply, with starry eyes ofcourse! A prince charming in uniform is what many gals dream of. Remember the charming Richard Gere in An Officer and a Gentleman or the demure Hrithik Roshan in Lakshya? The true gentleman is the heartthrob of many a city gals. Don't believe us? Well, then read on as few city gals give us a peek into their dream world, where the Army man rules supreme.
Let’s listen to Priyanka Bhagat first. This 27-year-old social worker met Major Akhil in the virtual world and got engaged this February. Theirs is an interesting love story that led to wedding plans within just 48 hours of their parents’ meeting. And what is it about the Major that drew him? “He knows how to make a woman feel special. Sensitive, caring, and truly romantic, need I ask for more?” she says. So how much role does her being from an Army background play in her choice? “A lot, as a daughter of a Lt. Colonel, I’ve had a wonderful life and want the best for my kids too,” she says. Now, that’s a lot of planning! But then Priyanka is not alone. We have some daughters from civilian backgrounds thinking alike too. Says Ankita, a M.A. (Eng) student, “The kids from Army families go to best schools, learn extra-curricular activities, are more confident, and sure shot winners. I’ll like to give my kiddos all of this.” And wait that’s not where the practicality ends, listen to what Sahiba, a B.Com final year student from DAV-10, has to say. “Growing up in an Army setup means many different schools, wider exposure, and the responsibility of one’s chores.” She laughs, “Such adjustment and adaptability spell out a trained husband.” Quips Simran working in a city call centre,”These men are really low maintenance.” Glamour, glamour, everywhere, is how Aman Brar describes her life as a wifey of a Major. “There is never a dull moment, says Aman who tied the knot this February. And how is married life treating her? “In the Army, wife enjoys the same respect, recognition, and freedom as the husband.” Giving it a naughty turn, she laughs, “Who doesn’t fancy a man in the uniform?” Okie, this was about the girlies waiting for the cupid to strike with the gentleman. But, what do the gentleman in question have to say about this. Captain Kulbir Singh, who choose the Army over a well heeled job with Sony and an option to study in Australia, can’t help but smile over the talk of gals falling in for men in green. Says this ex-DAV-8 student who later went on to pursue his engineering from Haryana, “I’ve seen my seniors in the service, and their love and respect for their partners is admirable,” he says. And then he explains it mischievously, “Romance and attraction never die when there is distance in the relation!” Chips in Captain Vikram who pursued his B.Sc (Comp Science) from DAV-10 before joining the Army, “I think it’s to do with the respect and sensitivity of a guy from the services. Imagine the concern and love that a person willing to serve the nation will have for you.” Well, so bold and beautiful is the life they lead, and have to offer to our girlies! And yes, for all you young men who are thinking of hefty packages courtesy MNCs or of flying abroad, here’s a reason to join the league. Be it the charm of your uniform or the fascination for the cantonment, your Bohemian lifestyle or just a taste of the chivalry, many a young hearts are beating just for you. purva@tribunemail.com
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told you he would win the Roadies. Par woh to sab sey zaada desi tha. He does not know how to speak English. He had never seen an airport before. Kamaal hai!" a visibly-excited colleague dropped the information, wondering how a seedha-saadha village guy, Ashutosh Kaushik could win the cut-throat game of jealously. But yes, someone who could not even fill the participation form because it was in English has finally won Roadies 5.0. It's unbelievable for those who thought only dudes and babes could win this spunky reality show. But this "akhaar dimaag" from Saharnpur, UP, doesn't think so. "Kaun kehta hai gaon key log koi show nahin jeet saktey? Dekh lo—aaj ek dhaba chalaney waala jeet gaya," says the winner, sans any attitude. "I couldn't make it in Chandigarh and Delhi but I finally got selected in Jaipur. Main to bus dekhna chahta tha ki yeh log mujhey select kyu nahin kar rahey," he adds. We are glad that ek seedha -saadha contestant has won the game. "Sorry madam, seedha insaan aaj ki duniya main survive nahin kar sakta. Duniya usey kha jaaegi. Mainey game kheli, lekin imaandaari sey and I won," says Ashutosh. Fairplay: Something we haven't heard at Roadies. "Backstabbing is a part of the game. But vishwaas and dosti are also important. I choose to believe that saarey dost dokhaa nahin dete. Kuch nibha bhi deyte hai." You must be talking about the dimpled and cool-headed Sonel? "Ji," pat comes the reply. And Nihaal? "I wasn't taking the show as a game. Main apni masti main tha. But when Vibhor was voted out, I thought kuch karna chahiye. Sonel was one girl who different from the others. We just clicked." "Lekin woh English bolti thi aur main Hindi. Par vishwaas tha. Result apkey samney hai," says Ashutosh, who is all for dil and dosti. It's a 360-degree change for him, who is now enjoying the newfound attention. And you know for a fact that he is the same straightforward guy you saw on the Roadies. "Mainey autograph karney sekh liye hain. Pehley main ek do autograph paper par pehley sey hi pocket main rakhta tha. Abh kar sakta hun. Bus yeh change aaya hai," he says, who wants to believe that change should always be for good and not for the worst. But then, there is nineteen to a dozen to talk on the Roadies and themasala. "Mind chalaana important hai. Par kismat bhi teez honi chahiye." What about the contestants?"Sonel saari girls sey better thi. Who sari usko dumb kehti thi but who khud bahut badi dumb thi. Anmol nautanki thi, aur ji Shambhavi ney jo kiya ladkoo ney bhi usekey saath woh hi kiya". Something on the bitchfest-- the voteout? "Dekho ji, mainey to jab bhi voteout kiya, bata key kiya," Ashutosh tell us. "Koi like karey na karey hum to aisey hi hain." We hope the same for him. So, what next? "Dhaba to Saharanpur main chal raha hai. Parents kush hain aur main Mumbai main Anupam Kher key acting school main training le raha hoon. Baaki Raodies ko phone kiya tha. Lekin contact rakhe na rakhe unki marzi." There is no time to nurse grudges. For Ashutosh, there's more to come. This is just the
beginning.
jasmine@tribunemai.com
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New releases
Starring: Sikander Kher, Neha Oberoi Director: Hansal Mehta Neither pleading eyes nor bound wrists, nor a shallow grave are what they seem as a moment of relief is suddenly transformed into a web of deceit and a moment of truth is followed by a sudden web of lies. Unsettling, thrilling, hallucinatory, suspenseful and erotic, ‘Woodstock Villa’ is contemporary entertainment that breaks new ground with every twist. Made under the banner of Sanjay Gupta’s White Feather Films, ‘Woodstock Villa’ has Sanjay Dutt making a special appearance in a song. Shot in Mumbai and Mauritius, the movie also stars Boman Irani, Anupama Verma and Shakti Kapoor. The film has music by Anu
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Starring: Jimmy Shergill, Rajpal Yadav, Nisha Rawal, Monishka Director:
Ramanjit Juneja Sunny Malhotra (Ralpal Yadav) Neel’s roommate is responsible for all the mishappenings in the college. Sunny apparently is in love with an American beauty Tina (Sarah Thomas). After performing brilliantly in academics, Neel gets an opportunity to set up a call centre in India. He grabs it against the wishes of Maya. In India, Neel and his team are warmly invited by the likes of a young executive Tanvi (Monishka). Tanvi shows proactiveness in her work and helps Neel in all the possible ways. Soon, Tanvi is attracted to Neel and conveys her feelings to her. Neel, like our most Hindi film heroes, rejects her proposal as he is a one-woman man. Tanvi feels dejected and decides to trap Neel in a ferocious mesh, which can hamper his professional and personal life completely. Will Tanvi succeed in her plans? Will Neel win Maya’s heart again? Will Neel succeed in clearing his name from all the accusations? Hastey Hastey is a youthful, musical, romantic comedy with a twist in the tale. Showing at: Fun Republic DT Cinemas |
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Little Interview There is something about debutant actor Sikander Kher that evokes curiosity. Either it’s his quiet confidence or the deadpan expression, this 21-year-old is all set to create a dhamaka on the silver screen in Woodstock Villa, opposite another first timer, Neha Oberoi. We spoke to the son of talented Anupam and Kirron Kher on his expectations from the movie and Friday jitters. n
Was the filmi background of any help to your career?
Life is not a bed of roses. Infact, it hasn’t been an easy ride for me. I began my career by assisting film directors like Yash Chopra and Sanjay Leela
Bhansali. n What about your acting classes? Well, I am a trained actor. I did a six-month course from the National School of Drama . n
How was it when you faced the camera for the first time? I was very nervous. But it got better after my first shot, which was appreciated by everyone. n
How do you feel about your first release? Woodstock Villa is just the right launch pad a debutant can get. It’s a musical thriller directed by Hansal Mehta. I am excited to see how the audiences will react to my work. n I don’t believe in expecting anything. All I can say is that the film has been made with dedication and passion. And, I am sure this sincerity will touch the hearts of the viewers. n
What are your upcoming projects? As of now, I am getting used to how the industry operates. You will see me soon in Suhail Tatari’s Summer 2007.
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youth speak AT seven in the morning ten-year-old Raj, a frail little girl with big brown eyes and a thin, tired face, sets off from her house in the slums to the vast mansions in another part of the town – to clean dirty dishes and sweep floors. Her own little house is dirty and filthy, with no drainage system and heaps of garbage all around. But even if a speck of dirt is left in the grand houses of her employers she is called lazy and foolish. In India there are thousands of such children whose childhood is devoid of love and care. They are deprived of schooling, toys and games and toil day and night as workers in potato fields, cracker factories, coalmines, as helpers in grocery shops or servants in houses. They are often paid less than grownup workers and sometimes even sold off as slave laborers in return for loans. Many a times they are subject to physical and mental abuse by their employers. They represent an ugly and horrendous aspect of society, an aspect that is being ignored by our political and social leaders who are busy blowing the trumpet of India as the emerging super power of the future. But they have neglected the fact that India ranks even behind sub-Saharan Africa in terms of basic education and nourishment among children. It is time we take some substantial steps to enable these children to lead a happy, wholesome life. 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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Experience the power! ALL of us secretly nurse the dream of attaining that reed thin figure like the models on the global runaway. Yes, we are talking about size-zero, Bebo’s size-zero. And when talking size-zero can power yoga be far behind? For the uninitiated, power yoga is this new fitness technique that combines flexibility and strength training. And encouraged by the queries and interest in this new form of yoga Planet Fitness-8 is set to launch a 45-day workshop Experience Magic on Revaa yoga beginning June 2. Well, don’t get disheartened for Revaa yoga is power yoga and more, as we find out from their in-house yoga expert Anil Juneja. Juneja, masters in yoga and meditation, will conduct the workshop. So what’s Revaa yoga all about? Tells Juneja, “In this we combine breathing with yoga exercises. It is strenuous than the other yoga for here you exercise continuously without a break.” What’s more, here in they combine power yoga with artistic yoga and music too! And, what sort of music? “It is basically instrumental,” tells Juneja. But, it’s a lot more than just exercising, breathing and listening to music. “The disciple is combined with customised diet, which is designed keeping in mind every individuals’ personal characteristics like age, health or medical problems,” says Juneja. And what are the benefits that accrue to those practicing it? “Weight reduction and inch loss are its visible benefits. Moreover the results are quicker. Since it involves cardio workout and we combine it with diet,” he says. And who can practice this form of yoga? Says Juneja, “Anyone can do it provided he’s fit. We scrutinise people for their medical history because it involves cardio exercises too.” |
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THEY steamed in on the Shatabdi, on the 23rd. The train was 40 minutes late. The tallest, Andrew, is 6’5” tall. The shortest, Douglas, is around 5’10’’. All looked tired, zombie like and wary. I dropped a clanger when I told Zachary “I recognise you from your photographs… you are the one with chinky eyes!” There was a deathly silence. Later in the evening my youngest reminded me that in the USA one does not refer to such alienating features because everyone is an “American.” I do wish we had some such rule in our democracy, as that would solve all the gotra, SC and ST problems. Life would become simpler for Vijayraje too. The coolies and beggars at Delhi were intrusive. Raoul told the boys to say “Hat jao! Mein bewaquoof hoon.” The ploy worked leaving the coolies doubled up with laughter. Rich looked pale and washed out after the blistering heat of Rajasthan and a bout of Delhi Belly. However he had enjoyed watching a tiger for 15 minutes at Ranthambore. Andrew was still nursing a stubbed toe, which had “gotten” worse in Jaipur’s dusty lanes. Orhan’s nose bled but a pile of cold mangoes seemed to stem the tide. I had requested Uday Tours to forward any mail from worried parents, friends, aunts and uncles. Sitting in America, it causes concern to read about bomb blasts in an area your son is about to visit. Rob’s mother had sent some polite emails. Somehow, this anxiousness created a bond between us. I too am a worrier and have nightmares about Raoul getting shot up in a country that allows citizens to buy guns off the counter. However, we all agreed that the safest place is an area after the bomb blast. I shudder to think if the tour had been planned for three days later. The boys would have had to bear the wrath of the Gujjars on the same road they travelled. Sean bought camel leather shoes from Pallika Bazaar for his Dad, and tea for his brothers. Brian taught me how to use the digital camera Raoul had gifted Oz and me. Dot-in-law Charu, was an on- the –wire doctor. Three bouts of Delhi Belly, two of sinus, one of gastro-enteritis was dealt with promptly and successfully. I had a hard time explaining to the group why all washing machines do not have dryers. A) They cost too much. B) The Indian sun is better than any dryer. We also taught them to have a mug and bucket bath when water stops after the given hours. The journey by the Howrah –Kalka – Mail was quite an experience. There were rats aboard and I reminded the agitated sons of a sterile country that these were our fauna too. Spicejet, from Delhi to Bombay, tried to put in a new part on a crippled plane, as its passengers waited on board with bated breath. Three hours later they boarded a substitute and landed in Goa after dark. During transfer, Orhan’s bag was ripped but I heaved a sigh of relief when it was reported that nothing was missing. On filing a complaint, Spice said they would “repair” the bag in 3 days. Repair? I told the lads to go to the nearest mochi in Candolim! The last leg of the journey includes Kerala. Their parents and we will heave a sigh of relief when they land in New York in one, whole piece. They say it has been a great adventure, ailments not withstanding. I hope the USA is as exciting! (This column appears weekly) |
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To Kasauli, with love WHAT is it about Kasauli that inspires writers and artists alike? Khushwant Singh cannot stop writing about the peace and solitude he finds in this small town, which he has made his summer retreat. Vivan Sundaram, one of the country’s leading artists, chose Kasauli as his abode in early 70s, when he set up his art camp for six consecutive years there. His camps brought many of his contemporaries like Bhupen Khakar, Ram Kumar, Ghulam Mohammad Sheikh, Ranbir Kaleka and Badri Narayan to participate and the region got richer by their visits. Though, there is no evidence that conceptual artist Vivan, himself, painted Kasauli, but many of his friends did. And two such paintings done by Bhupen Khakar are a part of the treasure trove of Panjab University’s Fine Art Museum. Many other local, even foreign artists too have captured Kasauli in different moods. But Bhupen’s two works, Breakfast at Kasauli and View From the Tea Shop (oil on canvas), is a lot different from what one is used to seeing Kasauli on canvasses. In the former, his myriad of colours have captured a British-looking room from inside, and the latter is an aerial view of the town from the rooftop of a tea stall. One gets to see solid patches of bold colours in both frames, rather than the misty and dreamy green Kasauli in so many others’ works. It was around that time that Balden Raj Rattan, who taught in the Government College of Art, painted and repainted Kasauli in his unique way in watercolour with nature as the highlight. In his paintings one can see trees changing colour and changing moods of the terrain, for Rattan went there during different seasons. His Plum Bloom is one such painting, which captured the place in its true essence — colourful yet serene. The phenomenon of descending cloud on the earth fascinated this artist about 25 years ago. And so much so that Malkit Singh went on to do a series of paintings on Kasauli with green fields and brown-roofed houses. The latest to do a series on Kasauli is Satwant Singh. He visited the town a couple of months ago and captured the pine trees, the clouds and the old British houses as a reminder of the Kasauli that was. “I remember Kasauli as one of the most serene places I had ever visited. But now, it is changing like all the other hill stations,” says Satwant. His nostalgia is evident in his watercolours. Taking a single pine tree as the focal point, Satwant paints landscapes with clouds, hills, human dwellings and gentle breeze — all Kasauli elements intact. Pretty enough, to tempt one to pack his bags and drive up hills!
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Passion meet business It’s a perfect example of a symbiotic relationship. One half does the creation and the other half sees to it that the creation reaches the true connoisseur. And the connecting thread between the two is their love for art. Ask the young generation art dealers why they are investing their marketing skills into something as specific as art and they answer — to earn through our passion. And, the passion does not necessarily mean picking up the brush to paint, but to be close to it. And in a city, which got its first full-fledged commercial gallery as late as 1998, such recent changes do draw attention. Galleries have opened up at garages, walls of the living rooms are being used to showcase works, and more. But, has the scene really changed, especially when it comes to selling art? And if it is, then why are local artists like Madan Lal or Viren Tanwar looking towards Delhi for a better environment? We broach the subject to Vandya Bagrodia, the one who gave us our first commercial gallery, Art Folio. “It was my love for paintings that got me into this business.” But can business sustain on passion alone? “The situation has changed drastically. People were not interested in art then, but now they are aware ofthe who’s who in the field and are willing to invest in art,” she says. So, while Art Folio is getting its share of NRIs and local buyers, the ground reality remains that the city buyers prefer established works to those done by the local artists, and Delhi or Kolkata figures much above the city as a buying destination. And the reason is, as Vandya explains, “Not many local artists are known in the national market. If they are moving away from the city, it’s not because of lack of buyers but to establish themselves in a wider circle.” But then the city does have potential, which explains why Niten Mehta is here. A graphic designer turned art dealer, this young art lover recently held an exhibition Collector’s Corner at Episode-9 and is happy with the response. “City art lovers are an intelligent lot. They know what’s happening in the national and international scene and are willing to invest.” Niten’s story also reads on the same lines. It was his love for art and the kick that one gets from being close to works of great artists like M.F. Hussain, Shakti Burman, F. N. Suza and Tayeb Mehta, which pulled him to this business. Taking a cue from experts, quite a few from the city are giving it a shot too. For instance Manju Khara, an artist herself, ventured into this field last year by getting associated with Nitanjali Art Gallery. “It was because of my love for art and the drive to do something that I helped my friend Saloni Luthra organise an exhibition with big names. Now, that I know that the city has buyers for big and popular artists, I’ll be back soon,” she says. So, old or new, artist or not, if you have a flair for singling out good art from bad, this is one promising avenue for you!
parbina@tribunemail.com
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Rising Star Santanu
and Sukriti Mitra, both accomplished musicians never dreamt that their daughter Piyousha, would challenge them in this art one day. Well, they were in for a pleasant surprise. All of four, Piyousha can imitate any song sang or played by them on the radio or television with amazing perfection. “It is indeed the blessings of god that Piyousha attempted to sing fairly before she could learn to speak properly”, says her father Santanu. Piyousha’s parents sensed a spark of talent in her and sent her to the Gandharv Mahavidyalya for training in vocal music and later to Guru late PK Sen. Classical vocalist Kankana Bannerji, who heard Piyousha predicted a bright future for her in vocal music. Accordingly, she was put under the tutelage of Delhi-based maestro Pandit Bhola Nath Mishra of the Benaras gharana. Such is her devotion that she travels every Monday to Delhi for her lessons. Hard work paid and Piyousha won the national music scholarship-2006 in the National Cultural Talent Search Examination. She was the only artist from Haryana to win the coveted honour. A galaxy of glittering trophies at home and in school are a testimony to Piyousha’s talent. “She is a judicious mix of art and academics,” tell her teachers. The little wonder had amazed many when she successfully cleared the Pracheen Kala Kendra’s Sangeet Vishard (Fourth year) examination at the age of eleven. Piyousha’s parents are overwhelmed. Born to live music Piyousha with a calling in the classical stream plans to make it big.
(This column appears fortnightly) lifestyletribune@gmail.com |
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Doctor’s
verse Savita
Malhotra, a renowned psychiatrist at PGI walked up to the stage to receive the Haryana Urdu Akademi’s literary ‘Surinder Pandit Soz ’ award- 2007 conferred on her by Haryana governor Dr A.R
Kidawi. Sharing her poetic passion, Dr Savita disclosed that her love and appreciation for literature and writing are preordained while her professional career as a doctor are subsequent achievements in life. “However, the constrains like professional responsibilities of being a Professor in Psychiatry at the PGI have limited my growth as a writer. In fact, my tryst with poetry dates back to childhood, which was profoundly influenced by my Urdu scholar Ram Kishan ‘Tammana’
Ambalavi, my Nana ji, the first to win Hali award. Later, while studying at the Medical College Shimla my admiration for nature found expression in my poetic creations. This inspired me to learn classical vocal and instrumental music. Adds
Savita, I secured Sangeet Vishard and a diploma in Urdu later. My husband Dr Anil Malhotra has been a great support”. The Chandigarh Sahit Akademy further promoted her endeavour by publishing her book ‘Sukhan
Daan’ and the Haryana Urdu academy awarding her with citation, memento and cash prize. “It has inspired me to serve the Urdu literary world with a zeal like the way I am serving
PGI”. Born in Kalka, Dr Savita Malhotra, a specialist child psychiatrist obtained her MD, Ph d and a fellowship
FAMS. “My knowledge of Urdu helps me to tackle the intricate psychological problems of patients”, claims
Savita.
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NEW study has revealed that coffee and tea do not increase the risk of developing breast cancer. The study led by Dr. Davaasambuu Ganmaa from the Harvard School of Public Health in Boston, Massachusetts analysed coffee, tea, and caffeine intake among 85,987 women, who were a part of Nurses' Health Study and were between 30 and 55 years of age at the start of the study. Over the 22-year period, 5,272 women developed breast cancer. In this large cohort of women, with 22 years of follow-up, no association between coffee (caffeinated or decaffeinated) and tea consumption and the risk of breast cancer was observed. "Coffee and tea are remarkably safe beverages when used in moderation," said Ganmaa. Even women who drank four or more cups of caffeinated or decaffeinated coffee or tea per day when compared with those who drank less than one cup daily did not raise their risk. The study also did not show any link between intake of other caffeinated beverages and chocolate and breast cancer.
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Health Tip Causes: Clenching teeth while sleeping, severe malocclusion of teeth, and biting into hard crunchy foods. It can even occur when the mouth is kept open during dental jobs. Symptoms: Pain at the jaw or back of the head. Locking of the jaw, normally fully open mouth should admit first two knuckles between incisors. Clicking or popping of the jaw. Treatment: Ice pack and moist heat applications to relieve pain. In case of malocclusion special bite appliance is fitted. Eat soft foods. Exercises: Opening mouth against resistance of the hand. Yawning too serves as a good exercise.
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LOVE and hatred is all set to come a single package titled as ‘Hastey Hastey’. The star cast comprises of actors like Jimmy Shergill, Rajpal Yadav amidst others. The story of Hastey Hastey is about a young, talented student Neel (Jimmy Shergill), who studies at Columbia University, and is in love with Maya (Nisha Rawal).
JAW joint is located in front of the ears and supported by muscles and ligaments. Its chance of dislocation are higher during accidents. 
ARIES: ARIES: The Star card says many of you would feel the need to be more responsible either at work or at home. This would be a good time to interact with others and find out their perspective on issues that are close to your heart. Lucky Colour: Brick red. Tip of the week: Fitness routines and healthy diets are prescribed for your well-being. 
LIBRA:
The Card Magician reveals you may have quite a lot of free time on your hands. Some of you may receive praise from an unexpected source. Libran women entrepreneurs may get help from friends and family. Lucky
Colour: Green. Tip: Think before you open your mouth to avoid misunderstandings. 
TAURUS:
The Princes of Cups reveals this would be a favorable week to learn new skills. Some of you may make some mistakes and face several challenges at work or in business. There may be some misunderstandings with your loved ones and you would have to be extra patient and adjusting. Lucky
Colour: Royal blue. Tip: Do not ignore any health problems, since they could worsen with time.
SCORPIO: The card Hermit reveals your creativity and imagination and would be most fertile this week. At work, be as self-sufficient. Financially, you may need to rework your expenditure without compromising on lifestyle. Lucky
Colour: Pink. Tip: You must learn to practice patience
GEMINI: The Three of Cups says profits and windfalls are on the cards. Businessmen may get the chance to expand or diversify their interests. Review your savings with an expert. The weekend would be a good time for social gatherings and short trips. Lucky Colour: Creamy white. Tip: Don’t be reckless with your words, choose them wisely.
SAGITTARIUS: The Magician reveals this would be a hectic, active week. Some of you may receive money or good news from overseas. Socially, you may have to spend some time on your own. Lucky
Colour: Purple. Tip: Learn a lesson from past mistakes and get on with your life.
CANCER:
You draw Knight of Pentacles positive thinking and an optimistic attitude would hold the key to everything in this week. People would be motivated by your confidence and extrovert nature. Socially, many of you would meet accomplished people and be inspired by them. Lucky
Colour: Peacock green. Tip: Try and relax over the weekend - travel, entertain or simply stay at home.
CAPRICORN: Seven Golden Cups predict this would be a week in which you would need to be most decisive and active. Your confidence and enthusiasm would be inspiring. A friend may need some support and encouragement. Lucky
Colour: Green. Tip: Be thorough, patient and sensible when making choices
LEO:
Strength card says, at work, you may receive a long-awaited approval for a project. It is essential to form a budget and follow it, so as to increase savings and manage your money. 
AQUARIUS: Your card The Sword says you are fiercely independent and keenly intelligent. At home, there may be get-togethers and gatherings that would bring you closer to your family and relatives. The weekend would be favorable for traveling and communication. Lucky
Colour: Cherry. Tip: Keep in mind that perseverance is the key to success.
VIRGO:
Ten of pentacles says being irritable would only make matters worse. Students would enjoy a period of success and relaxation. Relationships, both at work and at home, would demand time and effort. Lucky
Colour: Silver gray. Tip: Take one slip at a time to climb the ladder of success.
PISCES: The Lovers reveals teamwork would be the best option at work and would help you to achieve much more. In personal relationships, many of you may decide to commit to marriage and those of you who are married would feel love and warmth towards your partner. Lucky
Colour: Golden yellow. Tip: Its best not to have great expectations in any aspect or you could be disappointed.