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Lights, camera…action
Time for a breather from the sobbing, candid, fierce, competitive reality shows and the prime time exaggerated, glycerine-soaked saas bahu sagas. Time for the serial loyalist brigade to sit back (probably look for other options to kill time) for a good month-and-a-half, and let the bat and ball loyalists enjoy their moments of exhilarating action.
Time to think about whacky and believable excuses to retire early from office. It is, back with full gusto and fervour. It's time for IPL 3, lot of adrenaline pumping action, gossip and spicy news. You bet it is just the beginning. The IPL is all set to eclipse any other 'happening' in the country save for some 'great incidents' in the Parliament!! And everyone is geared up - players, organisers, fans, audiences, television channels and commentators: unbelievable how a 'game' can tie people from different walks of life together (The only other times we see them together are candle light processions or peace marches against an injustice). Nothing wrong in it! After all don't we know it inside out already - only two things sell, Shah Rukh Khan and cricket! This IPL again we have a heady mix of the two and much more. Watch out. Fan mail Is it possible to conjure up an image of cricketers in a stadium playing for the empty stands? We bet this is an impossiblility. So, every year, whether an ODI or a Test match, they come back, bear the lathis, stand in queues for hours to watch Yuvraj hit a six and miss a four. Dharamvir, 19, is one such fan from Madhya Pradesh, who is supporting the home team Kings XI Punjab for the IPL 3. Dharamvir went to the West Indies for 2007 World Cup to cheer the Indian team. "I have seen 92 ODI's and 20 test matches," he shares adding that he sits on the boundary line to cheer the Indian team. "Cricketers like Sachin Tendulkar and Yuvraj Singh sponsor me, so that I can go to the match venues and cheer." Dharamvir adores Yuvraj and Sreesanth, and his heart sinks to see the fielders miss the ball, and the blood count doubles if the cricketer hits a four or a six. "I play for a handicap cricket team and want to promote the passion of cricket."
Priti Gill, a front office manager, submits a leave well in advance to catch all the action at the stadium. "Earlier, I would cook up an excuse for the leave, but now by boss knows that I take leave to watch the match," she chuckles. "I prepare posters, write interesting slogan on my favourite cricketer Yuvraj Singh." "You wouldn't believe, but I swear on the team, I keep a fast whenever India plays." "Ask my friends, I am not lying. I have written 2,000 odd slogans over the years in favour of the cricket team." As for this MS Dhoni look-alike, Deepak Sharma from Yamunagar, cricket is a way of life. His interest turned into passion when his friends told him about his resemblance to Dhoni. "I would look into the mirror time and again, and yes I look like him," he smiles. A perfect adaptation of Dhoni's mannerism, Deepak has styled himself like the cricketer. "Dhoni is undoubtedly my favourite, but this time I would cheer for the home team," adds the fan who claims to have watched all the matches of IPL season 1. Play it on
God forbid!! If you are missing out on the live action or couldn't take control of the TV remote, you can still get behind the wickets. Better still, you can be one of the playing 11, and hit sixes and fours! Call the shots on the crease with various IPL online games. Challenger Game, Craze Maze, Book Cricket, Gotcha, Flying Bails…help you be part of IPL, outside the turf. Out of the games Book Cricket, is set on the cricket ground with sound effects. It can be played at four different levels of club cricket, international cricket and so on. Also, you can create and manage your own team with Warofcricket, a free-to-play fantasy game. More on mobile fun…Mig33 have launched mobile fan clubs for updates on your favourite teams. Action on air
Chandigarh is all set to catch the action live at PCA stadium, Mohali, on March 13 when Kings XI Punjab team takes on Delhi Daredevil. BIG FM has a line up of programmes and innovative offers on the same. They have launched a hunt for voices of Kings XI mascots Rocky and Ranjit. The selected voices will go on air and win prizes. The second phase, Maidan-e-King: Sheron Ka will pick up best ideas to cheer Kings XI Punjab. If you couldn't cook up an excuse at the office, don't be disheartened, put on the earplugs and get all the live updates. "The association of Big 92.7 FM will give the listeners a right mix of entertainment and cricket. We will send a cheer squad to the team," provides Siddarth Bhardwaj, AVP, North 1, Reliance Media World Ltd. jasmine@tribunemail.com |
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IPL web!
And so the celebrations of IPL's homecoming begin and with it begins the most extravagant publicity campaign ever, taking over every possible medium and reaching out to as many people possible. More teams, more glamour, more money!
Everything is live and happening. The Sabse Bada ticket campaign to going one step further in cricketainment, Tadka Maar Ke, the IPL is spicier and spectacular than before. Only this time, the cricket stadium will get virtual as well. In a first of its kind, IPL season 3 will have 60 matches spread over 45 days, which would be streamed live across the globe on YouTube. "This is the first initiative of its kind, a unique and interactive experience wherein the YouTube community around the world can watch the match live, share videos and chat with other fans across the globe," said Shailesh Rao, MD, Google India and Media & Platforms, Asia Pacific. "Orkut too offers an IPL special community, which will host live chats with the 'Man of the Match' and team owners. Just to get you hooked for more, there will be contests and match polls to engage fans and audiences while the tournament is on," he adds. The idea is to make IPL as interactive as possible and to make entertainment convenient. So, now you don't have to take offs from work to catch your favourite team in action…you can enjoy the sixes while drafting business letters! "Good news for us, since last season I missed out on some exciting matches because of office. Since most people are online throughout the day, its easy to catch the IPL action," says Navreet Pal Singh Kang, a marketing professional from the city. And there's more. Didn't get tickets, can't watch the match on television or catch up online? Don't worry. You can catch up on your mobile, with live feeds and videos on YouTube mobile. Just log on and book yourself a front row ticket! nehawalia@tribunemail.com |
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Well done Minissha
Actor Minissha Lamba admits her ultra-glamorous look in "Kidnap" opened a whole new range of opportunities for her. But the young actress, who will be seen in Shyam Benegal's new film, feels that at the end of it talent plays an important role.
"My looks in Kidnap helped open a whole new and different range of opportunities for me. It is something I cherish. Being good looking is important, but not always. You need talent as well. If you have talent, people accept you regardless of the way you look," Lamba. She also feels being short is not a disadvantage in the film industry. "If you are a model, having height is imperative, but cinema is a medium where it doesn't matter. You are on a platform where being tall or short loses relevance," she said. After her glamorous avatar in Kidnap, Minissha will be seen in a non-glamorous role in Benegal's forthcoming film, Well Done Abba. "At first I was really scared to work with Mr Benegal. But once we started shooting, he turned out to be a really calm, jovial and humorous person. We never saw him upset on the sets," she said. Well Done Abba, a political satire, narrates the story of Armaan Ali (Boman Irani), a driver working in Mumbai. He takes a month's leave to find a husband for his teenaged daughter, who lives in a small neighbourhood near Hyderabad. But he returns to his job after three months. His young employer wants to sack him, but is persuaded to listen to the reason why he got so delayed. The film, produced by Reliance Big Pictures, is inspired by two short stories — Narsaiyyan Ki Bavdi by Jeelani Bano and Phulwa Ka Pul by Sanjeev. Benegal had said in an interview that Minissha hasn't got her due in Bollywood, but the 25-year-old says she has no regrets. "That's extremely generous of him to have said that, but it's all right. I hope with this film my talent gets appreciated and I get more opportunities to show my potential," she said. Minissha started her journey as an actor from the critically acclaimed film, Yahaan, alongside Jimmy Shergill in 2005. She was later seen in Corporate, Shaurya, and Yash Raj Films' Bachna Ae Haseeno. "It has been a great journey. There were disappointments and heartbreak, but I am grateful for where I am today. There is a lot more I need to do and work even harder," she added. Releasing March 26, it also stars Samir Dattani, Ila Arun, Ravi Kisshan, Sonali Kulkarni and Yashpal Sharma. —
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Right step
Subhash Ghai, producer of the just released Right Yaaa Wrong, is all set to wield the megaphone again and says his next directorial venture will go on the floors during Diwali and that it will have a "humorous streak".
"I will be directing a film soon. I'll launch it around Diwali. No casting has been done and it is at the initial stages but I can say that it will have a humorous streak," Ghai, whose last mega-budget Yuvvraaj didn't work at the box office, told. His banner Mukta Arts Ltd. is also producing a yet-to-be titled film with director duo Abbas-Mustan and a film called Paschim Express that will made by the students of his film school —Whistling Woods International. When asked whether he has gone right or wrong in his life, Ghai said: "Many right and many wrongs I've done in my personal and professional life. But fortunately I went right most of the times in judging people because of my strong principles and inner personality." Ghai teamed up with Sunny Deol for the first time in Right Yaaa Wrong and he seems to be quite impressed with the actor. "Sunny doesn't believe in show off and that's what I like about him. He just likes being associated with acting. He is very passionate about his work and is a natural actor. His honesty and truthfulness comes out through his work," he said. "I only like working with good human beings. I don't care about stars. For me, it's more important to work with a good-hearted person, even if he is a mediocre actor... I like to be comfortable while making a film," said Ghai. Right Yaaa Wrong, the story of two friends turning foes owing to circumstances, also stars Irrfan Khan, Eesha Koppikhar and Konkona Sen Sharma. When asked why he chose an uncommon pair such as Sunny and Irrfan for the lead, the 65-year-old said: "After reading the script, I felt that these two people are apt for this film. I didn't sign them because of their face value, but because I feel that they will do justice to their roles." —
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Other side of the story
Bollywood funny man Cyrus Broacha says celebrities should accept Golden Kela awards, started last year to honour the worst in movies, just the way Hollywood welcomes the Razzies that spoofs the Oscars.
"The concept of these awards (Golden Kela Awards) is influenced by the Hollywood's Razzies. It is great to see how people accept their downfall. It more often widens our approach," Cyrus said. "One should have the spirit to accept failures too with a smile which is an art we need to learn from Hollywood." Cyrus is excited about the event because for the first time he has been invited as a chief guest. From actors to politicians to sportsmen, Cyrus has has spoofed all of them in his shows. When asked what if any body offended by spoofs at the award function, he said: "I don't think anybody will, I am sure like minded people would turn up and if anybody will be offended, we are ready to apologise. Though we don't expect such audiences." He says award functions nowadays are high on entertainment quotient.The award functions these days are full of humour and are planned in a format that they entertain their viewer's. Entertainment and catching eyeballs has become a key element," he said. The award function will take place Friday. Some of the actors nominated in the worst male artist category are John Abraham (New York) and Salman Khan (Wanted). Worst female actor nominees are Priyanka Chopra (What's Your Raashee?), Kareena Kapoor (Kambakkht Ishq) and Rani Mukerji (Dil Bole Hadippa). Cyrus is is one of the lucky few who got an opportunity to explore their talent to the fullest. Lately, he has started writing a column for the DNA newspaper and has also released a book titled Karl, Aaj aur Kal. The book is a semi-autobiographical comedy about celebrities, Bollywood and politics.
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Passion personified
Filmmaker Anurag Basu says the title of his upcoming movie Kites is a metaphor to describe the passion between the film's lead pair Hrithik Roshan and Barbara Mori.
"Kites is the metaphor of the film. Kites fly against the wind and not with it, stronger the wind blows, higher the kites fly," said Basu, the director of the film.
"Our protagonists in the movie too face obstacles, their love grows deeper with every increasing obstacle," he said. Meanwhile, films's producer Rakesh Roshan said that he coined the title while gazing at two kites flying in the sky which looked "too intriguing and romantic". "The idea for Kites came to me when I was gazing at the sky and saw two kites flying. It looked very romantic. It was very intriguing. The way they came close, played, almost embraced each other and then drew apart. Unaware that someone else was pulling the strings and could cut them loose. I sat down and penned a story around this idea," Rakesh said. Speaking about the film which releasing this summer, Anurag said Kites goes beyond boundaries and cultures. "It is a story of passion that defies every rule, of a relationship that takes two lovers on a thrilling journey filled with precious moments and unexpected betrayal," Basu said. Kites has been made in two versions, Hindi and English. Both will release on May 21 across over 60 countries. The film also stars Kangana Ranaut, Kabir Bedi and Nick Brown. The stunt coordination has been done by Hollywood's Spiro Razatos. The English version of Kites is presented and reworked by the well known Hollywood—director Brett Ratner. —
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Chained reaction
Hollywood star Jennifer Aniston says that it was "terrible" being handcuffed to co-star Gerard Butler in their new film 'The Bounty Hunter'.
The screen beauty, who plays Nicole Hurly, a bail-jumping reporter being pursued by her bounty hunter ex-husband Milo Boyd, portrayed by Gerard, in the movie insists being chained to one of Hollywood's biggest hunks has its drawbacks. When quizzed about what it was like to be handcuffed to the heartthrob, a Jennifer said, "It was terrible. No really, it hurt. It was painful, they really cut into my wrists." Jennifer was speaking at the gala premiere of the film at the Vue cinema in London's Leicester Square and both she and Gerard braved the cold to meet fans. Both stars praised everyone for turning out in the freezing temperatures as they addressed the crowd from a stage, although at one point the 41-year-old actor was visibly shivering in her Valentino couture dress and a black jacket designed by the late Alexander McQueen. —
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Frozen moments
The exhibition presents works of over 50 photojournalists along with those of Yog Joy and covers topics from nature, wildlife, sports, arts, celebrities, protests, to the deluge and debris. Various moods - happy, sad, tired, living and beyond - have been tastefully covered.
A picture says a thousand words is a dictum that comes to mind as one goes around from frame to frame. A telling comment on Chandigarh (for most of the photographs are from the city), the exhibition also showcases city in action. If some pictures celebrate life, there are some sure to leave you unsettled - 'I am the next soldier', a child at the funeral of martyr father; cops pulling out dead bodies of children from the debris, a severed hand after an accident or a body hanging at a tall tree, are some among the lot.
"It's a very emotional moment for me for this all takes me back to the past," says Shanta Joy. Proud of the legacy left by her husband, she shares, "Times were pretty challenging when he worked. Those were the days of terrorism and he would often leave at four in morning to far off places and be back on time to file the pictures. Things were tough, communication not as easy as it is today. He inspired us all in many ways by his dedication towards work." mona@tribunemail.com (On till March 17) |
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Her mind, her way
There was one obvious question that everyone was dying to ask Nafisa Ali, given her profile. A profile that includes being part of Narmada Bachcao Aandolan, working for underprivileged farmers in Nandigram, contesting the Lok Sabha elections, representing the Samajwadi Party (SP) and then quitting it after mere three weeks of association. "Your reaction to the Women Reservation Bill that was recently passed in Rajya Sabha?"
The answer, as expected, was fair and fearless, "I am elated. Something that should have happened a long time ago has finally become possible; women empowered in practice," says Nafisa, her stance being opposite to the party she contested elections on behalf of. She wouldn't let her past record of being quite a rebel get 'spoilt' and she speaks her mind yet again, "The parties opposing it have their selfish motive of keeping the caste vote bank intact." Now when she has some experience of politics, she knows the shrouded scene well, "Certain parties will never change their agenda. Their priority doesn't ever go beyond power. In this case, it is for people to realise that caste or creed doesn't guarantee a good leader, only the leaders' people-centric approach does." The belief in the power of one comes from her own achievements, "If I can take a stand against the atrocities of two powerful state governments, so can anybody else." And all she has done till date, as a social activist and politician (although for a while), she credits it to her career in Bollywood. "Cinema was the means to this end. Had cinema been not there, social activism and politics wouldn't have been there too. Or if at all, they happened, I wouldn't have been able to make a difference," adds Nafisa. And of all the major roles she has played in real and reel life, the most fruitful has been, "Being a mother of two. Your children are what you make them. My success lies in their success and makes me realise how much hardwork I have put in to nurture them with right values." She speaks her mind again! |
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Kick & tell
A film by a debutant director without a godfather in the industry; shot in three different countries, named after a city in Pakistan, based on the complex subject of Indo-Pak relations and the sport of kickboxing, wins several international film festival awards. And you term such happenings as sheer luck?
To name a few…Best Feature Film Jury's Award at the 42nd World Film Festival (Houston), Most Aspiring Filmmaker at the International Filmmaker Festival (UK), Best Actor Award at Salento International Film Festival, Italy. Even surprising is the fact that the film, titled Lahore, will be distributed by Warner Brothers! Says the director of the film, Sanjay Puran Singh Chauhan, "It's all because of the rigourous hardwork of four years, which is the time it took to complete the film." The male lead, Aanaahad, learnt kickboxing for two years in India and then went to China to master the art. Mukesh Rishi improvised on karate, which he learnt a long time back. "Of all the movies made on sports till date, this will have the most authentic action. The punches and kicks are all real and none of them are morphed through any software," adds Sanjay, who was in the city with Nafisa Ali, Mukesh Rishi, lead pair Aanaahad and Shraddha Das; and Vivek Khatkar, who has produced the film. This is also late Nirmal Pandey's last film. The film revolves around a sportsman who aims to win a kickboxing tournament for his nation as well as his pride. Himself a kickboxer, Sanjay shares, "Since no film has been themed around kickboxing before, I chose the subject. Plus, I am trained at the sport, which made me believe that I can do justice to it." What intrigues the most is the name of the film, Lahore, "Which is justified as well, as the final sequence of it is based in Lahore." The film is slated for release on March 15, which clashes with the dates of the IPL. However that doesn't worry Sanjay: "People in India are more loyal towards their country than cities. In addition, the subject is sports and the movie has patriotism as the theme, therefore people will go for it considering the success of earlier films based on sports." The film also aims to strengthen the relations between Pakistan and India. "Unlike other films made on the subject, the film doesn't show Pakistan in bad light. It's been made with a different perspective. The spirit of sportsmanship hasn't been violated by either of the sides". As for bagging several international awards, he says, "Appreciation is always welcome. And since it is coming from critics abroad, who have been able to relate to the subject, I expect that people in India will give it a fair rating as well." It's again hardwork and not luck, to which he attributes his confidence! ashima@tribunemail.com |
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Preserving tradition
Soothing, creative and meditative, that's Indian classical music, in essence and effect. Yet it cannot escape contemporary combinations.
"Indian classical music has been bearing the onslaught for many years now; fusion is nothing new."
The onslaught, as Pandit Bhajan Sapori, the legendry musician and santoor player, called fusion is bringing out weird combinations in the name of music and is not doing justice to the process. "Fusion essentially should have a composition, a written music where you improvise and not create something new by losing your own identity." The maestro who is hailed as the 'King of Strings' and the 'Saint of Santoor' is in the city to perform at the Bhaskar Rao Sammelan along with his son and disciple, Abhay Rustum Sopori. Representing another generation of Sufiana Gharana of Kashmir, the two share more than their music, concepts and philosophies. "Fusion has many aspects and not just two musicians playing together. It uses composition and the instrument to connect with the audience," feels Abhay. Watching the music grow over the years, he says, "No Gharana allows fusion, but a little improvisation to make your music better for audience acceptability and understanding means no harm." Abhay too is finding his balance having tried fusion himself. "The scope for younger generation of musicians is limited. So, they go in for the only option left. I have tried fusion with folk ensembles, using traditional Kashmiri and Ladakhi instruments, some of which are even on verge of extinction now," he says. "Bringing out a change today is difficult, as most of the modern day musicians haven't even heard of these instruments, let alone learning how to play them." he adds. So, the father-son duo has taken up the responsibility to promote and initiate the revival of traditional musical art of Kashmir and provide a platform to young talent. Their annual music festival in Kashmir is now a big affair and they are organising one in Delhi for the past five years now. "Our festivals do not focus on the already established musicians, but the ones who are never heard of before." And the audience reactions? "We started with our concert in Jammu in 2004 with an audience of 20-30. Now we have graduated to 20,000-30,000 people every year," Abhay provides the statistics. nehawalia@tribunemail.com |
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Karishma kinnow ka!
Kandla Nijhowne What can a whole orange do, which a half an orange can't? Any guesses? Look a-round! Kinnows and oranges are like vitamins packaged in little individual servings, so convenient and ready to attack! You don't need knives, you don't need peelers and if you ask me, you can even skip the washing routine! Just don't tell your kids I said that! The colour orange and the fruit orange are homophones. They sound the same but have different meanings. But the fruit came first, its name being a derivative of the Sanskrit naaranga which means "fragrant". That's good ol' Sanskrit winning us accolades again! Being extremely high in vitamin C, kinnows and oranges help maintain a healthy immune system. They also have high fiber and no fat, which means you will be able to lose those extra wedding season and holiday pounds easier! These citrus delights also have a fair amount of folic acid, calcium, potassium and thiamine, making them ideal for expectant mums. Eating the fruit is a healthier option as compared to having citrus juice. When we consume the whole fruit, we obtain additional benefit of fibre intake from the membranes, skins and strands. If you do enjoy the occasional glass of juice, do have one freshly squeezed if possible. Approximately 25 per cent of the vitamin C is lost from most bottled orange juice products. In the following recipes, you can use which ever of the two are readily available, kinnows or oranges. Crispy kinnow fritters with golden glaze ¾ cup cornflakes 2 ½ tbsp powdered sugar ¾ cup maida ½ teaspoon salt 3 large kinnows ¾ cup yogurt 1 large egg 2 tablespoons melted butter ½ tsp vanilla essence 3-4 tsp icing sugar, for garnish Orange glaze ¾ cup fresh orange juice 1 tbsp cornflour Method
You can even use an ice cream scoop to do this. Remove and drain onto the ready paper towels. Sprinkle immediately with confectioners' sugar. To prepare the golden glaze, set up the orange juice to heat in a heavy pan. Mix the cornflour with ¼ cup of water and add to the juice. Stir in the sugar and cook till thickened. Cool and check for sweetness. If you prefer a sharper flavour, squeeze in a little lemon juice. Place the fritters on platter and serve with the cooled golden glaze. Ice cream also makes a superb accompaniment! Middle eastern citrus cake 2 cups flour 4 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 4 eggs 1 ½ cups sugar ½ cup vegetable oil Grated zest from 1 kinnows ½ cup orange juice 1teaspoon vanilla Method Sieve together the flour, baking powder and salt. Keep aside. Grate the zest from the fruit and extract the juice. (A large kinnow should yield the required half a cup of juice. If not, have another kinnow handy) Preheat the oven to 350° F (180° C) and grease and flour an eight-inch cake tin. Beat together the eggs, sugar and vanilla until thick. Slowly pour in the oil while continuing to beat. Fold in the dry ingredients, and then the orange juice. Stir until smooth, and then mix in the zest. Pour the batter into the cake tin and bake for about 40 minutes. Use a fine skewer and insert in the centre of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is done. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for seven to 10 minutes, and then turn out onto a rack. You may decorate the cake with swirls of whipped cream and thin slivers of peel.
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Drink vitamin
Hindustan Unilever Ltd has announced the launch of Brooke Bond Sehatmand, a tea with vitamins. The launch comes with the intention to help combat vitamin deficiency which is predominantly present in India.
Speaking on the occasion, Shrijeet Mishra, executive director, Food & Beverages, Hindustan Unilever Limited, said, "Our primary reason to introduce 'Brooke Bond Sehatmand' is to allow people in these key states to have access to a healthier and affordable product. While they may not always be able to afford or consume a nutritious diet, they do tend to have their daily cup of tea. And this is where Brooke Bond Sehatmand fits in - it gives 50 per cent RDA of important B vitamins through three cups of tea. Vitamins help in the proper functioning of your immune system and protect your family from weakness and common illnesses".
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The Punjab Kala Bhavan was packed to capacity for the opening of Newscapes - a group exhibition by photojournalists from the tricity, which opened on Friday. And present were lensmen, journalists, students, artists and who's who of the city, even as Shanta Joy inaugurated the exhibition, organised in memory of her late husband Yog Joy, an internationally acclaimed photojournalist and recipient of innumerable national and international awards.
Peel and separate the kinnow segments, removing the white pith. Chop each piece into 2-3 sections and remove the pips as you go along. Toss together the yogurt, eggs, butter and kinnow segments. Combine cornflakes, maida, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add wet mixture to dry and stir well until combined. Use a light hand while you do so to ensure that the segments don't get too crushed in the process. Heat oil in a karhai and prepare your worktop with paper towels to receive the fried fritters. Drop small dollops of batter into the hot oil and fry for one or two minutes, flipping halfway to the other side.
This launch comes in the face of critical challenges that India faces, in eradicating micronutrient deficiency - over 200 million undernourished people, the largest in any one country, more than 1/3 of men and women suffer from chronic nutritional deficiencies and 60 per cent of our population faces vitamin intake gaps.