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Showtime yet again
We've seen them 'together' many times - waiting for each other, crying on each other's shoulders, shaking a leg together, singing to each other; romancing each other. But this would last only till the time the director didn't announce 'cut'. Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta, 'the Oh so romantic couple' of the silver screen are back yet again.
Only this time the two will have a different scene to enact. Only this time, they are not fighting for one single thing 'love', only this time they wouldn't be able to enjoy a happening end together. For only one can jubilate in the end. Either Preity Zinta's Kings XI or Shah Rukh Khan's Kolkata Knight Riders! At PCA it is a battle, a tough one you bet. And guess who comes in to cheer the teams? Saif Ali Khan, the 'chota nawab' walks out of the airport sporting blue denims, pink shirt and shades. He wouldn't answer what brings him to the city, but we've heard it is cricket. Has to be! As cool as cucumber, the Love Aaj Kal star surprisingly walks without a fleet of bouncers, without any security threat. Is someone taking lessons in walking with élan, King size. Hey, we might have missed the petite lady without make up, looking absolutely pale, walking behind Saif. Kangana Ranaut lands in the city, for a different reason but. "I am here to shoot for my upcoming movie,' she says hurriedly. Someone else has taken lessons in walking without an entourage. Ness Wadia, co-owner of Kings XI and Lalit Modi, chairman IPL. They too walk from the airport sans a 'heavy' security cover. Lalit Modi despite the 'do not disturb' willingly shares a word or two. "IPL is a good platform for good cricket, and with time we have seen a lot of improvements in it," says Lalit Modi. For Ness Wadia this sure is a crucial match, and it shows too. "The boys didn't perform good in the last match. This time we are expecting a great performance," provides Ness. Back at the stadium, it is action time. Music, fun, cheering and hooting. This time the stadium is packing up faster than the previous two matches. The crowd is expecting to see Shah Rukh Khan cheering somewhere, with maybe Juhi Chawla in tow. Till the fans wait, waving at the cameras, Punjabi singer Amrinder Gill jumps on the stage to give an entertaining performance. As long as the fillers are foot-tapping and rocking, no one minds to wait that extra bit for King Khan. The singer belts his all time hits Dildaarain, Mail Karaadey, Sardaari. "I am very excited, performing in front of a cricket audience. I am cheering for Kings XI Punjab, and I am sure they will rock like the songs. My performance might just set the mood for the game. Hoping that our boys will deliver a winning performance," shares Amrinder Gill. jasmine@tribunemail.com |
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Hands full
Johnson Thomas
Spooky stuff
Film: Hum Tum aur Ghost Cast: Arshad Warsi, Dia Mirza, Boman Irani, Sandhya Mridul Director: Kabeer Kaushik A take-off from the Hollywood film 'Just like Heaven', this Arshad Warsi home production is a solidly structured eye-pleasing entertainer. Arshad plays a fashion photographer who is unable to sleep in his own home because he hears voices. He is either tanking it up at a bar or sleeping away his hangover on a bench at the train station. To compound the problem he also starts seeing ghosts. Visits to the psychiatrist (Shernaz Patel) only confuse him further. He starts believing in what he is told by the ghosts and wants to help them. His ladylove Gehana (Dia Mirza), editor of Cosmopolitan, is not impressed but her love is so great that she gives in to his demands. Why a ghost would need help from a mere mortal is a perplexing question that is never answered. The script just goes a bit off-track trying to add as many ghosts as possible to complicate matters. But what it does is make everything look pretty silly and trite. Boman's presence as a ghost is entertaining but it does not run well with the plot. Another ghost Carol's search for her missing son makes sense, eventually. In fact, the film would have gained more strength if the rest of the ghosts were eliminated. Their presence appears to be a mere ploy to manipulate the story in order to engineer the final twist. Arshad Warsi's script has its weak points but the direction is assured and the cinematography is captivating. Dia has never looked as beautiful and appealing as she has in this film. Arshad, Dia, Sandhya, Boman and the rest of the cast give believable performances. There's a certain appealing energy to the narrative that keeps you going. There are incredulous moments in this film, no doubt, but it still holds your attention and keeps you engrossed. Kabeer Kaushik's narrative technique is certainly one notch above the run-of-the-mill! Charming satire
Film: Well Done Abba Cast: Minnisha Lamba, Samir Dattani, Boman Irani Director: Shyam Benegal Shyam Benegal's movies have a charm of their own. They are usually social satires with a strong message - one that you will find difficult to ignore!' Well done Abba' is one such flick - but with a strong Hyderabadi flavour. Armaan Ali (Boman), a driver in Mumbai, goes to his village to marry off his daughter Muskaan (Minnisha Lamba). Once there, he encounters several difficulties. There's no water in the village and so he seeks governmental help to build a well. He gets the money but he is unable to build the well because all the money is spent in paying bribes from the top to the bottom. Muskaan and Armaan then decide to fight and egged on by Arif (Samir Dattani), a young mechanic who has a soft corner for Muskaan, file a complaint at the local police station. They have all the papers to prove they had a well and so they claim that it has been stolen. The issue gains steam when the trio, armed with an RTI response, gather the other villagers who have been similarly supped and visit the minister. It's election year and the minister must respond quickly to stave off a possible defeat at the hustings. Shyam Benegal manages to convey the right sentiments but it's all a bit too long-winded. The script tends to veer off into unnecessary directions (Ashraf Ali and his begum's shenanigans) but it's all done in a zestful manner so it's difficult to take offence. The systemic malaise is sharply portrayed, the activism approach employed by the protagonist appears Gandhian - It's a dignified portrayal but it is not strong enough to effect a change in the viewers' mind. Shyam's narrative uses the slow-to-burn approach to start with but never really gathers steam along the way. Boman Irani, Minisha Lamba, Ila Arun, Samir Dattani, Sonali Kulkarni, Ravi Kishen and others give good performances, but it's still not enough to put it up there with Shyam's best! Film: Mittal Vs Mittal Cast: Rituparna Sen Gupta, Rohit Roy, Dolly Thakore, Aman Talwar, Director: Karan Razdan Karan Razdan attempts to make a film with a social conscience but ends up belittling the very cause that he hopes to espouse with the film. Mittal Vs Mittal is about marital rape - a good solid subject that could have been handled sensitively and to far greater effect. Karan's narrative is hopeless though. His characters are wishy-washy and their behaviours are set to an archetype rather than real flesh and blood people. Mitali (Rituparna) meets Karan (Rohit), the Mittal scion. He pursues her relentlessly and finally convinces her to marry him. But once the marriage ceremony is done with Mitali is subjected to trauma. Eventually she leaves the household and seeks legal aid. The character of Mitali is so poorly written that you can never really empathise with her plight. The film doesn't really hit any high notes, even when all crucial courtroom sequences are on. Suchitra Krishnamurthy as Mitali's lawyer looks uninterested and inept. Dolly Thakore makes a joke of herself as the Mittal Matron while Gulshan Grover rarely breaks sweat while playing the opposing lawyer. The narrative is also poorly structured. It's a bad run all the way! |
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Like mother like daughter
The mother-daughter duo turned showstoppers for B-town's favourite designer Rocky S. The 28-year-old actress, who has been away from films for sometime now, wore a maroon and green lehenga-choli while Hema looked elegant with a sari of same colour paired with a burnt orange coloured blouse.The veteran actress got a standing ovation from the crowd as several people in the front row stood up to clap for the Dreamgirl. Esha said she was happy to be a 'runway' bride and had no plans to tie the knot anytime soon. "Well! I would rather be a runaway bride. Thanks Rocky for getting me and mom to walk down the ramp together with such lovely.” Hema said she was very excited to share the ramp with her daughter, but she won hands down from her daughetr in looking ravishing on ramp. The collection had silks, georgettes, satins, jacquards, traditional rare brocades, crepes ornamented with embroidered sequins, zardozi, gota work, with antique gold and exotic broaches peeping through sheer net. — PTI |
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"I think whatever the youth of today thinks, they achieve it. The only thing I have to say to the youngsters of today is: stay away from drugs," said Sanjay at the launch of Pepsi's new ad campaign, The Game at Taj Lands End here Thursday. The actor himself battled drug addiction for years. PepsiCo India has come out with a new tag line - Youngistaan Ka WOW - for their new campaign. In the ad, Game Master Sanjay challenges Ranbir Kapoor. The Game would be played over five films and audience can participate in it by helping Ranbir win the challenge through SMS, which in return will bring back prize money of Rs.5,000,000 to a consistent performer. Commenting upon the concept, Pepsi brand ambassdor Ranbir said: "I think Youngistaan Ka WOW is about leaving the world speechless with your spontaneity, smartness, intelligence and I hope that's what will hit the world with WOW." — IANS
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chowk Sreedhara Bhasin Blessings from the heart These days wherever you go, you are accosted by the beggars or street vendors. We usually run away from them or give them a few bucks, fearfully lest ten more might emerge. Lately, I have been receiving some interesting blessings from some of them. First, there was a young boy, no more than ten, who wanted to sell me a map of Chandigarh. We declined and started walking away, but he wouldn't relent. He pursued us till the parking lot. His blessings forced me to look for some change. He was wishing me great luck in vehicle acquisition. He did not say "Bhagwaan tera bhala karega," he was effusive -"Madamji, Bhagwaan aapko nayi motor car dega - BMW dega - Ferrari dega." Who can deny a few coins after that? Sector 17 is another haunt of many urchins who double as shoe shine boys as well as beggars. One boy asked me for money the other day. I asked him what he wanted to do with the money. He said he was hungry. I offered to buy him some food. He said - " Mujhe pizza khana hain - yahan Pizza Hut to hain nahin!" Looking at me all agape, he quipped, "Mam, thoda paisa de do, aapko hardin pizza khane ko milega." On Christmas Eve, I thought of buying some Santa hats from the street hawkers. One hawker was insistent that I take all his hats. When I declined, he said something quite insightful. If I bought twenty hats, then maybe, twenty Santas would visit me and that would mean twenty times the gifts. I was so enchanted by this reflection that I ended up buying a whole lot more than what I needed. Despite my being very nice all of last year and the plethora of hats, Santa was predictably singular like other years. One of my friends narrated another ingenuous blessing story. She was going to a dentist's clinic with her young son. A young woman with a baby in her bosom, started following them in the ritualistic begging exercise. When my friend walked away determinedly, she hollered out -" Biwiji, kuch to dete jao, Bhagwan tumhe sab kuch dega, tera beta hero ban jayega, daanto mein jaali bina daal keihi (without even putting braces on his teeth)." At that, my friend suppressed a peal of laughter and shelled out a few coins. Old style blessings are becoming a thing of the past. The Nirupa Roys are vanishing and along with them the prototyped Indian blessings. The beggars have stylized blessings in contemporary hues. After all, why bless anyone to be a proud mother of a hundred sons? Why not bless a well turned out Chandigarh woman with a great season of shopping? matkachowk@gmail.com
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Tagore bylanes
Tagore theatre, which was the mecca of professional and amateur theatre groups from the tricity, has gone costlier during the last few months. A year back the rate was Rs 3,500 for a day, but now it is a whopping Rs 25,000-50,000 for four hours! It looks good, no doubt; the seating capacity has also increased, but the cost has really shot up. The number of functions have also increased since its renovation but if one examines the profile of these functions, it becomes clear that amateur theatre groups have sadly stepped out of Tagore theatre, as they can't afford it any longer. The theatre, which was established to promote 'theatre' has now been reduced to an 'upgraded auditorium'. Are we okay with theatre for elite or do we want theatre for commoners as well? Meanwhile, the protest theatre had a streetplay, Mera Chandigarh, by Vijay Machal of Mask Theatre on the bylanes of Tagore theatre along with a peaceful protest with placards and a 'table-less' round table debate, which was attended by theatre personalities like GS Channi and Harleen Kohli. "The rates for amateur groups were fixed at Rs 3,000. Then another category was added to the list (which does not include amateurs) for which rates were fixed at Rs 25,000. However, if you go to the booking office today, they show you no rate list. Neither are rates displayed anywhere or published on any website etc. Also if asked for amateur /non- profit organisation rates of booking, they deny the existence of any such category and tell us that only slabs are 25,000 and 50,000," said Gaurav Chabra, director, Humlog, who was present at the protest theatre. The protest was a part of the initiative by Humlog to save open spaces and platforms of constructive expression in city. — TNS
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Sankalp-35 has made innovative additions to its menu. It includes introduction of South Indian Curries, new varieties of dosa, idli, introduction of North Indian and Chinese Dishes. Special Malabari and Chetinad items are also in the menu. Some special starters like Crispy cheese Idli, Telangana Aloo, Onion Thool Pakoda, Sevai Upma and some oldies like Masala Boondi and Rasam Vada . The Dosa section consists of amazing new range of filling and mouthwatering variety of never tasted before products like Special Indian Bhajji Dosa, Military Ghee Roast Dosa, Chetinad Spicy Dosa, Keerai Cheese Garlic Dosa, Chilli Garlic Dosa, Achari Onion Dosa, Methi Mutter Garlic Dosa, Kara Moora Dosa, Mushroom Dosa, Kanchipuram Achari Rava Dosa and much more. The Uttappa variety has of Keerai Uttapa, Tomato Corn Uttappa, Mushroom Uttappa and a special kids product named Chennai Pizza Uttappa. The curries are served with a side portion of Idiyappam, Appam, Chapatti or Poori. — TNS
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Deeply inspiring
Unlike many of my contemporaries who made poetry their calling at an early age, I ventured into this realm much later when I was fully matured as a person," maintains poet Nida Fazli, who stole the limelight with his songs for Kamal Amrohi's blockbuster Razia Sultan. "My poetry is not born out of the dynamics of love, romance or Western realism, but is inspired by Eastern mysticism, the rich Indian cultural heritage and the inner urge for humanistic ideals," he informs. Little wonder then, top producers like Raj Kapoor and Yash Chopra offered him prestigious projects. "In fact my grounding in the Ganga Jamuna tehzeeb, living amidst the socio-cultural environment as a commoner gave me a vision, impulse and felicity of perception to justify the intent of a ghazal or geet," he says. And indeed some of his songs have become veritable proverbs! Kabhi kisi ko muqamal jahan nahin milta, kahin zameen to kahin aasman nahin milta, Duniyan jisse kehte hain mitti ka khilona hai, Hosh waalon ko khabar kya bekhudi kya cheez hai; and Har taraf beshumar aadmi, the title song of TV serial Sailaab. Muqtida Hasan Nida Fazli, who was born and brought up in Gwalior, has written six books, over 150 hit film songs and scores of ghazals, some of which have been immortalised by ghazal maestro Jagjit Singh. Albeit he has received several honours, the Padma award still He opines that a poet should embellish his work with experiences close to the heart. "No doubt the best and worst form of poetry is written, but we are in the market and there is no dearth of takers," he says. A lyricist of delicate fancy, Nida is known for his daring comments. Asked about the mystic significance of his poetry, Nida maintains that our 5000-year-old civilization is replete with values that are deeply inspiring. And his take on communal harmony? "Uth uth ke maszid se namaji chale gaye, dehshat gardon ke haath mein Islam reh gya," he signs off.
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Chandigarh is very different from the rest of India," chorus the three travellers - Gyda Skuladottir, Nils Hoyer and Chris Mcgaw, sauntering in Sector 17 piazza with backpacks one recent evening, looking for a particular restaurant that their travel guide mentions. The reporter's request for a short interview on impressions of Chandigarh quickly gets accepted in lieu of helping them reach the restaurant. A short walk and as they settle down for food - kadahi chicken, tandoori chicken and special murg along with plain rice, one butter and garlic naan, and three beers - they talk about their day-long trip to our City Beautiful. "I really like Chandigarh. It's clean, organised, beautiful and it's easy to commute here," says Gyda, a medicine student from, Akureyri, Iceland. "People are so friendly here," adds Nils Hoyer, another medical student from Copenhagen, Denmark. "We are on a daylong trip to the city because our travel books - Lonely Planet and Rough Guide - do not mention many tourist attractions here," says Chris Mcgaw, a bachelors in English Literature from the US. The trio is in India volunteering for a mission hospital in Mungeli, Chattisgarh. "The city is so convenient. We reached the bus terminus this morning, walked up to a reservation centre, booked our tickets to Manali and took a bus to Sector 17," says Gyda. "Bus service is great here, the ticker informs about various stops and it's cheap," says Nils. About Sector 17 piazza, the group has mixed opinions. "It's pretty socialist. The naked, straight, concrete structures are kind of eerie. Why is it so flat? Where are the curves?" asks Chris. "Who says the concrete can't be beautiful," questions Nils. "The place has distinctive charm for it is straight, orderly and clean," he feels. "The stores on the ground level are pretty and colourful, but the upper storeys are so barren," observes Gyda. A leisurely stroll to Rose Garden is what the trio loved a lot. "Walking here is great for there are neatly laid out passages under the shade of trees. The Garden is beautiful and refreshing," says Gyda. "And the Indian names of the roses are so interesting," observes Nils while asking when is the garden in full bloom. And as the trio started their walk from Rose Garden to Rock Garden they were in for a pleasant surprise. "These cops stopped to shake hands with us and insisted on giving us a ride to the Rock Garden," shares Chris. On their impression of the famous spot, Gyda says, "It's awesome. I did not expect it to be so beautiful. The water place is my favourite there." "The place with its small gates, winding trail and pathways has a mysterious charm to it," remarks Nils. Agrees Chris, while complaining a little on how he had to mind his head at many places because of his height! But a ride on a broken swing made up for the head trouble. "It was super fun," he says. "You know everyone, regardless of his or her age, was acting like a child," says Gyda who preferred to sit and observe. Not only did the visitors enjoy the beautiful statues made of discarded switches, bangles and so on, they also appreciated the nominal price of the entry ticket. "Thankfully, it's the same Rs 10 for every visitor. One hates that in places like The Taj, Agra, where a domestic tourist pays Rs 10, but Europeans and Americans have to shell out something like Rs 750," says Chris, while enjoying food with his hands. "I have been in India for long now, which makes me a pro as far as eating with hands is concerned. Actually I get upset now if I have to use fork and knife," he shares. "Indian food is just amazing — aaloo parantha, samosa, Indian Chinese fusion and hordes of vegetarian delights. People in many countries wouldn't imagine that one can render such a variety with simple vegetables," says Gyda. And as they cheer for a great day in Chandigarh, we seek some suggestions. "The history of the city, how it was created out of nowhere when Lahore went to Pakistan would be interesting to know," says Chris. Maybe they can have a plaque at the entrance or a brochure that mentions about the city as well as other tourist places at the bus terminal," Gyda signs off. mona@tribunemail.com
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Roots in fusion
He reflexively picks up the violin, readily poses for the shutterbugs and asks around, "Has anyone heard my latest single Tere Bina from Shaapit?"
But that's not where Najam Sheraz's introduction lies. Has anyone heard the song Bheege Hont Tere? Yeah the track from Murder, it's courtesy him. "Yes, I called up Mahesh Bhatt, he offered to compensate me but I was not interested in it…anyways when the album was re-released there was my name on the cover and also nomination for awards." In city to launch British collection at Zaira Diamond store, along with British model/singer Milli Moonstone, he's both conversational and candid. Since both sit in the same frame, are here for the same purpose, it's a shuttle of questions and answers to and fro between them. But music to him happened only post a couple of initial experiments. "I was passionate about cricket, but the last match that I played was really discouraging. It was against India in 1989. Tendulkar was the captain and I couldn't bat." Then, like they say, music was always a passion. "I formed my band that year itself and it was one of the top bands in Pakistan." What figures in between is the tale of making that big switch. "I quit civil engineering to pursue music. It was a huge decision because being a doctor or an engineer was the trend at the time. So what Aamir Khan is projecting now, I did it back then." Apart from the popular tracks, here's how he defines his music, "It's more of a world fusion, folk fusion because I definitely have my roots in classical." Did he miss out; there are social issues, noble causes too connected to things? "I have a platform in this website where we're actively working out to dispel misconceptions about Pakistan. We talk to scholars, go to different mosques and spread the message of humanity, which is central to all religions." His last album Darr, produced in England, released in India and Pakistan raised issues like domestic violence, molestation head on. "One of the videos Khwabon ke Rishtey raised a huge uproar in Pakistan but eventually all the mothers and women supported it." As of now, he's recently done music for horror romantic film, and would "love to do more of his films." And has been on tour in India with Milli Moonstone, the sarangi player, the flutist and a singer. "We actually met through My Space. Here was this artist who hails from Britain and plays sarangi. She's been performing with me in Calcutta, Delhi et al." Over to her. "I have just finished with the song Tere Bina…I have my own band in England and I also sing with an African band." She adds, "I gave up medicine to follow my heart and have been studying flute since I was really young." So here she is. And of course, like most, she's too "Loving the experience." manpriya@tribunemail.com |
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Class apart
One could hear the giggle across the road as Carmel Convent's batch of '84 got together for their silver jubilee reunion at Chandigarh Golf Association-6 on Saturday evening. Ladies gathered from different walks of life and various places around the world for trip down the memory lane. It was an afternoon when some 37 friends got together as if it was yesterday that they studied together. Amongst the ohh, aahs, hugs and shrieks the women got busy exchanging notes on what are they doing presently. "It was planning of almost seven months that we got to get in touch with some 90 odd girls and 37 of us actually could make it," says excited Nidhi, one of six — Roopa, Minnie, Monica, Ashoneet and Rashmi —who stage managed the show. "If it was not for Facebook, it would not have been possible to connect with everyone," says Monica who made the page for their batch on the popular networking site. Ladies came from different cities from India Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Ludhian as also from Chandigarh. "We have fair share of our NRI friends too who have come all the way from Dubai, Doha, Tornoto, Manchester and Michigan," says Roopa. Green seemed to be the new black for these women who showed up in green saris, suits and western formals. It was pretty chaotic as the photographer tried to click a group picture as the cheerful, naughty girls mindful of their heels stood on chairs and tables. The gang wore special scarves in their old uniform colours -blue, white and red - as if reliving the school days. "It's been 25 years and yet there is this immediate connect which is so overwhelming," said Shireen Sethi, a noted journalist who is now with Network 1 Media Consultancy. Roopa Vohra, jewellery designer whose work are admired by the likes of Rani Mukharjee and Diana Haden got each one a special 'name certificate' designed Adding mirth to the reunion were the also saw the teachers join the batch after all these years. Their physics teacher, who they know as SP sir blushed as girls confessed having a crush on him. "The batch has done us proud," says Jayshree Roy who taught girls English. "We have scribes, IT professionals, professors, interior decorators and what not from this very batch," she avers. Anupama Arya, director, Mobera Systems shied away to a corner as proud Roy said, "I knew this girl will achieve great heights whichever profession she chooses." Many of the lovely ladies including Shreerupa Parasrampuria, director, Make-A-Wish Foundation, have chosen social service to be their vocation. 'Same eyes, the same smile but different bodies' is how Billa Brar, their class 2 teacher reacted. "It feels like yesterday that I came to Carmel to teach these girls my first class. I feel young again," she smiles. The girls had gala time over as amongst chitchat, food and endless photo sessions. The group burst into their school anthem 'Raised in high we lift the Carmel banner." mona@tribunemail,.com
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TAROT TALK ARIES: Two of Wands spin in speculation luck. No need to make any important move. Conditions are too weak at the moment to contemplate fresh operations. You should not be too critical of co-workers. Children can cause worry. Tip of the week: You shall prevent a lot of trouble by taking timely action. Lucky colour: Grey TAURUS: Three Golden Cups, full of light & pomegranate flowers greet you wonderful feeling. The affairs of close companion are favoured on Wednesday. Aim at teamwork. A good week to mix business with pleasure. Romance is highlighted. Property dealers should avoid transactions on Friday. Tip: Be positive and think carefully before taking action. Lucky colour: Crimson GEMINI: The Wheel of Fortune, spins in some good fortune and emotional abundance. Do not give into lethargy. Emotional people may change their mind. Take a serious attitude to financial picture. Earnings can be increased if you try. Contracts offered to you are likely to be better than you expect. Tip: Don't reveal your plans to your competitors. Lucky colour: Yellow CANCER: The week is going to be rather slow; plan ahead. Take advantage of other people's experience. Health should be improved. Tamper may become frayed. Love life suffers because of your hectic schedule. Tip: Don't do anything at the cost of health. Time will heal all pains and wounds. Lucky colour: Cream. LEO: Tuesday could see you encountering some difficulties. Relax; a Taurean friend will be helpful. Do not take your bad temper to work with you. Teenagers should expect favour from superiors / parents. Tip: Lack of persistence can be disastrous in business matters. Lucky colour: Cherry. VIRGO: Like The Queen of Cups, you are dreamy, poetic, tranquile and imaginative in loving relationships. Try to improve your overall financial situation. Women should avoid shrewdly unworthy companions during the second half. Improvement will continue in general health condition. Business matters are fairly well under control. Tip: Don't waste an opportunity by being rash or impulsive. Lucky colour: Silver grey LIBRA: You draw The Star. What you have been dreaming and wishing for has come true in part. You might have some difficulty controlling your emotions. Consider getting involved in charitable work. Agreements that have been dragging on for sometime can be successfully negotiated. Plug away steadily in the back ground. Tip: Keep your eyes on the future as you do so. Lucky colour: Golden brown SCORPIO: You draw Nine of Wands. Be particularly wary if dealing with property matters. Expensive plans will have to wait. Your mate may feel that you have been devoting too much time to outside interests. Tip of the week: Don't waste an opportunity by not exploiting a contact even if it is from your past. Lucky colour: Ebony SAGITTARIUS: You draw The World, so this is a good time for relaxing. This week will be marked only for lack of activity. Business will tick over smoothly enough. Hobbies are occupying. Scholars should read a good book on Tuesday. This is not the time for grabbing center stage. Tip: Don't do anything at the cost of health. Time will heal all pains and wounds Lucky colour: Peacock blue. CAPRICORN: You draw Ten of Wands. Influential people will like your style. A financial matter that has been delayed should be forwarded now. Social activities that are offered will not be worth attending. There should be no problems at home. Tip: Be positive; you can make things happen out of the most unlikely circumstances. Lucky colour: Pink AQUARIUS: The Moon draws by sphinxes bring light into darkness. Check your bank account. Romance will be good. Look up an old flame who now lives some distance from you. Some recent differences of opinion with a friend can be sorted out. Tip: Dare to accomplish those tasks that normally take up a lot of time. Lucky colour: Sea green PISCES: You draw Two of wands to invoke mental power and intelligence. A chance meeting can lead to permanent relationship. Pay bills so that you can work out exactly where you stand financially. Women will have a flexible attitude. Tip: You will receive a useful tip at the stock exchange that can be put to profitable use. Lucky colour: Wine Red.
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Three films to contend with this week. Shyam Benegal's Well Done Abba is his usual social commentary with a little satire thrown in for good measure; Hum Tum aur Ghost is Arshad Warsi's lavishly mounted home production with his lady friend Dia Mirza in tow while Karan Razdan's Mittal Vs Mittal deals with marital rape in a crude and unfulfilling fashion.
Subject wise
Bollywood actress Esha Deol made a grand entry at WIFW as a 'runway bride' wearing a traditional wedding lehenga but it was her mother Hema Malini, who got maximum cheers from the audience.
ctor Sanjay Dutt, who has donned a new avatar of a Game Master in Pepsi's new interactive ad, urges youngsters to stay away from drugs.
