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Set a theme, party hard!
If you think you know all about partying, compare your party history to the track of these people from the city. Here is a
sneak peek into some private bashes. Tropically speaking
The fountain in the back lawns of the house of Abhishek
Bajaj formed the perfect setting for a Hawaiian theme party. On either
side of the entrance, pots of pine trees made the setting akin to a
beach. “Guests were welcomed with an orchid garland. We were pretty strict about the dress code,” says Abhishek, host of the party. So, every boy present there teamed a tee with a pair of shorts and flip-flops.
Hats were used as accessories. Girls wore flower jewellery and one-piece dresses. “More then the dress code, it was the ambience that created a feeling of being in Hawaii. The high point was tropical drinks like Peachsnap, Malibu etc that were served in empty coconut and pine apple shells instead of glasses.” The food was continental. “We played Reggae music that completely complemented the theme.” Ticket to Hollywood
How about being treated like an Angelina Jolie or a Brad Pitt? As guests walked the red carpet of Bikram Brar’s party themed Hollywood, they felt nothing less than a Hollywood star. Photographers played the role of paparazzi and clicked the guests as they entered. “Even the fire jugglers were dresses up as Charlie Chaplin. Every dish in the menu was named after an actor,” says Bikram, the party host. From drinks, food to even the cake everything was according to the theme. “The cards looked like a ticket to Hollywood. The dance floor had cut-outs of Oscar trophies,” which Bikram and his wife won for throwing a great bash! Punjabi by nature
Dal Makhni, Butter Chicken, Shahi Paneer… the complete Punjabi cuisine made up for the missing Chinese or Continental menu. “We followed Dil Bole Hadippa, a typically Punjabi theme,” says Arjun Nikanjh, the party host. “Women were supposed to sport a parandi and Punjabi jutti while men were asked to wear pyjama kurta or if they could a turban,” he adds. Let the experiments
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Anne can’t wait to have children
“I’m dying to be a mum. I’m not ready for it yet but it’s one of the joys of life that I’m looking forward to so very much,” the Princess Diaries star said. Hathaway, who is all set to host this year’s Academy Awards, has recently moved into Schulman’s place, taking her relationship to the next level. “She’s moved into his Brooklyn pad. They’ve been together for a long time, so she’s confident about moving in with him,” said a source. — PTI
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Adapted on the screen
With Saat Khoon Maaf, based on Ruskin Bond’s short story Susanna’s Seven Husbands, we look back and get for you ‘hits n misses’ of B-Town that have been adapted from novels.
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100 and going strong
Reflecting on memories and looking ahead with promise, he talks about past perfect, ideal present and the wonderful future. Blast from the past
Having initially studied at Bewal, Kallar and Rawalpindi, Harnam Singh completed Punjabi honours in Persian script. He joined Rawalpindi Arsenal in 1930 and retired as a civilian gazetted officer in 1969. Gen then and now
“It’s a sea change. People of the early 19th century were illiterate, poor but simple. In the second generation of the 19th century a few people were educated, still poor but hardworking. The third generation of 19th century was educated, highly placed and knew what they wanted from life. Children of today’s century know it all. They are an independent lot who precisely know what they want from life,” he says. Net gain
He doesn’t like computers and says, “I could have learnt to use it but my memory is better than this electronic gadget.” But whenever he wants to use a computer, his grandchildren assist him. Write note
A vociferous reader, he says, “Books are my best friend. They help me pass my day.” The last book he read was Meghdoot by Kalidas and Aatankwadi di maut by Narendra Pal Singh. Wish list
“I want to live 20 more years, become rich by one-and-a-half crore rupees and have 200 pieces of gold. Last, I want to publish my book of stories.” jigyasachimra@tribunemail.com |
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A banker’s quest for literature
It’s unabashedly commercial, whatever sells is written and whatever is written gets published. “The other day I happened to be browsing at a bookstore and you wouldn’t believe some of the titles had even grammatical mistakes…
Many of the novels were generously punctuated with swear words and I wish there was a bare minimum standard as far as editing and content was concerned,” author Anurag Anand minces no words when asked about the current publishing scenario. In the city for a brief halt, the banker talks about his latest offering, The Quest For Nothing. A slice of life genre, exploring the predicaments faced by a protagonist who’s torn between career on one side and priorities on the other. “It’s a contemporary piece of fiction, where I’ve talked of a young working couple. In today’s time giving 100 per cent to any profession is the bare minimum, everything is a rat race…You need to be aware of what you are chasing and that’s where The Quest For Nothing comes into the picture,” adds the Mumbai-based marketing professional. Given the fact that 80 per cent of waking hours in any corporate’s life is being spent in the office, somewhere the book deals with nine to five relationships. “But they have not been conceptualised in a sleazy manner…I’m not even being judgemental. It talks about getting your priorities right…you need to be aware of what you are chasing.” After writing two self-help books, Pillars Of Success and Corporate Mantras, fiction was a natural progression to suit the publishing demands. Surprisingly it took him all of three to four months to put the work together, which too, “is a long time”. “Once you have the story in mind, writing doesn’t take time.” On the cards is a ‘not so innocent love story’. A coming of age novel for which he draws heavily from personal experiences. “A lot of incidents have been picked up from the years when I was studying in Delhi. It’s a Bible for anyone who has ever stayed in a hostel.” manpriya@tribunemail.com |
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Theatre lessons for Dikshant kids
Almost 25 students in the age group of 10 -15 years are attending a three-day theatre workshop, Kahaani Calling at Dikshant Global School, Panchkula by renowned actor and theatre person Lovleen Mishra from
Mumbai.
Most people remember Lovleen as chutki from Hum log serial during the golden era of television industry. She has a number of films to her credit like Black Friday, Yuva, Lions of Punjab, Paanch, Godmother and many others. The workshop introduces the techniques and approach to effective story telling, the first step to good performance. It will include theatre games and exercises, which highlight the ways in which an actor uses his body, props, and the performance space. Lovleen Mishra smiles, “I really enjoyed working with children of Dikshant, I feel, storytelling and drama share a number of features which make it natural to integrate them during lessons. Both build on children’s innate capacity for fantasy and imaginative play, and even very young children can differentiate between the conventions of a story or drama and real life.” The actor feels through stories and drama, children develop understanding of themselves and the world around them. The distance afforded by characters and events which are not real also helps children to explore significant issues which are relevant to their daily lives, in a way that is safe and enjoyable.” The workshop started with warm–up activities, tableau making, adding sound to it, and making up a storyline through a given line. To prepare students for the day’s session, the activities focused on students’ attention on the day’s dramatic strategy. Each participant was asked to think and imagine a story originating from recent incidents from day to day life. — TNS |
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Digital Technology Leader, Samsung India has appointed Raj Kumar Rishi as ‘Vice President and Business Head’ for its Audio Visual (AV) business. In this role Rishi will be responsible for managing the sales and marketing of Samsung’s AV portfolio that comprises of Flat Panel, LED, LCD TVs, Home Theatre and Digital Imaging products like Camera and Camcorders. “We are indeed very pleased to have Raj Rishi joining the Company at a time when we have already established our leadership in Flat Panel televisions and are looking to develop the market for new technologies like 3D TVs, LED TVs, Smart TVs in India. We have some exciting convergence products lined up for introduction in 2011 and I am confident that Rishi with his strong IT background , will be able to spearhead our growth in the AV business going forward,” says R Zutshi, deputy managing director, Samsung India. Raj Kumar Rishi has handled several strategic and leadership positions in sales and marketing functions in his career spanning over two decades. — TNS
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Only a rasik can soak rasas of art
Holding audiences captive with his slide lecture “From Passion to Serenity: The World of Indian Painter” at the Government Museum and Art Gallery Auditorium, Sector 10, Chandigarh, organised by Chandigarh Lalit Kala Akademi, he defied presumptions that there are no takers for serious art in the city. Of course, as he reiterated time and again, “To admire a good work of art all you need is srhiday. And to soak into the rasas of painting one has to be a rasik as also a recipient. Only then can one observe the minute details, the subtleties that the painter wants to impress upon.” To drive home his point, he focused on the paintings of Ramayana series where in one particular painting the artist had deliberately left a large empty space to underline the gnawing absence of Lord Rama at Ayodhya. Similarly, to view the image of Lord Krishna created with Jasmine flowers in a remarkable Pichwai textile artwork one requires more than a discerning eye. Though his elucidating lecture brought alive the navrasas, including bhay (fear), vibhatsa (disgust) present in the Indian painting, a large part was about the Shingar ras. Taking individual examples, he reminded viewers that to know whether the painting reflects before or after the love-making scene one needs to just look at images like broken garlands of the naayak and naayika. Similarly, to heighten the romantic mood between Lord Krishna and Radha, he reflected on how the painter even locks trees behind them in a tight embrace. What other elements, like blossoming of flowers representing coming of age of a young girl, go into the creation of the magic of art were touched upon as well. Thus the emotionscape that miniature artists adroitly weave with painstaking detail and imagination pulsated amply. Delineating the difference between emotion and rasas, he asserted simply, “Experience of emotion is rasa.” Of course, not all can savour it the way connoisseurs like Goswamy can. His keen eye and perceptive observation can not only read between the obvious imagery and figures, but also even infer and connect it to poetic thoughts. As his lecture climaxed with a Mughal painting by Nadir-ud-Zaman, he linked the stopping figure of an old man juxtaposed with a blooming flower with Ali Sardar Jafri’s poem Mera Safar, encapsulating the cycle of life from destruction to regeneration. |
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Book on Heroes Of Hampi launched
“Heroes of Hampi” marks a new genre for ACK comics - based in the Vijaynagar empire which has so much history linked to it and all the mythology depicted in the temples and monuments. This is our tribute to the multitude of great people who have contributed to the rich heritage which we as Indians enjoy today. “It was also a pleasure to collaborate with the JSW Foundation who share our passion for Hampi and are doing so much to preserve it” says, Savita Pai, vice president, product management, ACK Media. By the rocky banks of the river Tungabhadra, is a place called Hampi, the site of world heritage. The stories in this new Amar Chitra katha title ‘The Heroes of Hampi: Mythology of Kishkindha, are the result of research done in Hampi. — TNS
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Paris La Metisse presents the city in varied hues
The true cosmopolitan spirit that Paris as a city has gets reflected in Paris La Metisse, a touring photography exhibition on at Alliance Francaise de Chandigarh-36.
The exhibition shows Paris being the city of multiple identities and origin. Starting with the Romance in front of Eiffel Tower, the photographs by Florence Batariere and Morgan Hael Jypsian are black and white, yet, bring out the vibrant city life. Temple Square has Chinese people playing mahong. Ganesha Procession, Grande Mosque de Paris, Losar, Tibetan New Year, Persian Fire Festival, Qatar Festival present Paris as a city of new cultures, courtesy migrants who have carried their culture along from all over the world. The rich cultural life of the city is reflected in Salsa Quays, Jazzman at Palais Royal and Hip Hop dancers in front of Notre Dame and Exhibition about Himalayas. Social issues are reflected in Demonstration Against War, Demonstration to Claim Housing and Demonstration Against War. These black and white pictures by the photographers of this exhibition and authors of a book by the same name definitely present Paris in a new light. If you thought Paris is all about Eiffel Tower and Louvre, Paris La Metisse is worth a visit! (On till February 12) |
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‘I maintain purity of dance’
In a bid to ensure that audiences are able to understand a certain art form better, artistes at times underestimate them. “There will always be people who understand art and those who don’t. While we introduce slight changes to cater to those who know less about art, we can’t ignore people who know a lot,” comes from Rama Vaidyanathan, a bharatnatyam danseuse, who was in the city for a performance organised by SPIC MACAY.
She adds that an increasing number of people have developed interest in the traditional dance form of bharatnatyam. “The reason why so many youngsters are learning the dance form,” adds Rama, who also teaches Bharatnatyam at her institute in New Delhi. Her observation of the audience is accurate and is the result of her performances around the world. “I have won more appreciation for my art abroad than in India but in that case too, there’s a difference in interest levels.” She explains by citing example of audiences in the US and Europe. “It’s chicken curry and yoga that Americans know India for. Europeans on the other hand have a much deeper knowledge of Indian classical dance forms.” To generate interest of people, she too brings in the element of fusion, “But at the same
time, I make sure purity of the dance is maintained.” She started learning bhartnatyam at the tender age of six from the renowned artiste Yamini Krishnamurthy. With all these years of experience, she believes that dance has the power to make one very spiritual, “But before that happens, one needs to learn a dance form for 10 years and then another 10 years are required to internalise it”. As for Bharatnatyam, she says, it’s imperative to know Tamil language and its history. Rama has also experimented with bharatnatyam by using it for highlighting social issues. “I have performed on the banks of river Ganges. Another performance was to spread awareness about AIDS and many such issues.”
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He serves as part of his profession, and paints as part of his passion! For Pardeep Mehra, a trainee waiter, with CITCO’s Hotel Shivalik View, an art exhibition is as much a departure from hospitality industry as a feat. “Hospitality industry can be quite exhausting , for relaxing I took to the brush around four years back.” His third solo exhibition, Cosmos Vis-à-vis Natural Heritage, too talks of subjects close to his heart. Forty-five paintings, all oil on canvas, talk of nature, landscaping and spirituality. He adds, “I’ve been working on this collection for the past three years. Right from the beginning, nature has always attracted me.” Not surprisingly, as many as 150 students of a school in Mohali, out on excursion, were made to browse through the works. Some of the canvases are abstracts; others talk of Mother Nature, while still some resemble the sheets pulled out of a drawing file. Nevertheless, there’s a message in each. Lungs of The Earth, depicts towering trees huddled together, Hope and Despair, juxtaposes an axed tree with flowering leaves. “I really don’t know what subject I would choose for the next exhibition but it’ll be with a social message again.” — TNS On from Feb 2 till today at Government Museum and Art Gallery.
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"I started smoking while doing my first play but I have wanted to quit it since ages. It is a harmful, useless addiction and has been my biggest personal disappointment. In fact, I also smoked beedis at one point of time in the foolish hope that they were less harmful," Irrfan said. The actor rolls his own cigarettes, a habit, which he picked up while shooting HBO drama In Treatment, where he plays a reluctant patient. "My character rolls his own cigarettes and it sort of spilled in real life too. I now prepare my own smoke," he says. Other chain-smokers in Bollywood are Ajay Devgan, Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Arshad Warsi and Arjun Rampal. — PTI
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Abhishek’s wife, friends to give him a surprise birthday Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, who is currently shooting in New Zealand for Abbas Mastan's Players, is in for a surprise birthday Saturday as wife Aishwarya and his friends are planning to visit his sets and take him out for some thrilling adventure sports. Abhishek's friends will be flying down to New Zealand to indulge him in his favorite adventure sports. Aishwarya is planning a surprise 35th birthday for her husband, according to sources. The sources said, the friends and Aishwarya have planned an entire day of bungee jumping, white water rapids and zorbing since Abhishek is a complete adventure junkie. "Abhishek's friends plan to fly down to New Zealand where he is shooting to surprise him. Abbas Mastan have decided to give the unit a break and celebrate his birthday in a big way. Since he loves adventure sports but hasn't got the time to indulge in them thanks to his hectic schedule his friends decided to surprise him and have booked an entire day of interesting activities," a source said. Abhishek, who will celebrate his 35th birthday tomorrow, began his career with J.P. Dutta's Refugee (2000). He then went on to give a string poorly received films, but his performances in Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon (2003) and Mani Ratnam's Yuva (2004) proved his mettle as an actor. The same year, he starred in Dhoom his first commercial hit and in 2005, Abhishek, shot to fame with four movies that did well commercially - Bunty Aur Babli, Sarkar, Dus, and Bluffmaster. In 2007, the actor starred in Guru, receiving much acclaim for his performance, and the film emerged as his first solo hit. Later he went on to films like Sarkar Raj, Dostana, Delhi-6 and Paa among others. The actor has a full kitty this year with four films Game, Dum Maro Dum, Players and Bol Bachchan. — IANS
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I have avoided coterie around me: Ajay Devgn Ajay Devgn feels that his dislike for a coterie around him has kept him in good stead in Bollywood. Devgn had three hits to his credit last year and opened 2011 successfully with Madhur Bhandarkar's rom-com Dil Toh Bachcha Hai Ji but the national-award-winning actor says he has been careful about picking up people around him. "I have never had a coterie around me whether at the beginning of my career or today," Devgn said. "I may have seen highs as well as lows but never ever have I given myself in the hands of those who may take unfair advantage of me," says Devgn. The actor says he did not think twice before agreeing to play a 40-year-old guy, who falls for his 20 something junior at the workplace. Devgn and Emraan Hashmi reunited for the buddy comedy again in Dil Toh... after Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai where they were pitted against each other. "When Madhur came to me with Dil Toh Bachcha Hai Ji, I and Kumar Mangat (producer) sat down with him and started discussing the other co-actors. It was Madhur who came up with the idea of roping in Emraan and I was convinced too." Devgn, who became father to a baby boy last year, has finally decided to go a little slow in picking up films and has dropped out of Prakash Jha's Aarakshan and Rajkumar Santoshi's Power. He and actress wife Kajol already have a seven year-old daughter, Nysa. The actor is planning to begin shooting Singham remake followed by Bol Bachchan. — PTI
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My kids are like hurricane: Ricky
"They're a little hurricane in my house. At 7 o'clock in the morning, there's a party going on! My mother told me, 'Ricky you're never going to sleep ever again in your life, now because they're babies and when they are teenagers they don't come back home!So, it's getting used to the idea of not being able to sleep," Martin said. The Livin' la Vida Loca hit maker also turned his tour bus into a playroom for the twins, so that they are able to accompany him on the road. — PTI
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Hurley’s pet parrot calls her mama; she calls him ping-pong Actress Elizabeth Hurley is elated that her pet parrot, Ping Pong has started calling her mama. The actress-and-model has been giving lessons to her feathered friend on how to speak and now the pet and is delighted with the new development, a publication reported. "Naughty Ping Pong gave me a hard nip this morning and then put her head on one side and said Hello mama. Cunning little beast," she tweeted. It seems the Blue Fronted Amazonian, a breed of bird capable of mimicking human speech has a naughty streak and even tried to take control of the 45-year-old beauty's computer. "Ping Pong not helping much, she's sitting on my laptop, trying to send emails. Yes, she's taking over. Still a bit scared of her," wrote Hurley, who has an eight-year-old son, Damian from her brief romance with Hollywood mogul, Steve Bing. — PTI
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Hugh Jackman adds fat for upcoming movie
"It's 6,000 calories a day. It's rough. Right now, I'm at 210," says the Australian star. The 42-year-old Australian, who is also following an intense fitness regime, says his current weight is already around 20lbs, a publication reported. "Darren said with the last one, 'Hey you looked great, but you're so tall that in those long shots you looked kind of like Clint Eastwood, and that's not Wolverine,'" Jackman said "He said that Wolverine, in the comics, is powerful, stocky...he's short and thick. So he said, 'I want you to go there, get bigger.'" The actor promises the new film will be "the best of the bunch". It's not the first time Aronofsky has demanded a dramatic transformation from one of his actors - he famously asked Natalie Portman to shed 20lbs to play a ballerina in the Oscar hopeful Black Swan. The Wolverine is scheduled for a 2012 release. — PTI
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Ashton’s bachelor pad up for sale
And now the 32-year-old actor has listed the house for sale with an asking price of USD 2.6million. The modern two-story home contains four bedrooms, five bathrooms, a pool and a spa. A portion of the sale price will be donated to the Demi and Ashton Foundation (DNA), a non-profit organisation set up by the couple that raises awareness about child sex slavery and helps in the rehabilitation of the victims. "This house is close to my heart, since my dad and I spent a lot of time planning, visualising and renovating the entire property," said Kutcher. Separate from the home sale, Kutcher has also teamed up with a website to sell tours of the home. — PTI
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Tarot
talk ARIES: The queen of cups brings romance poetry and dreamy quality in your personal relationships. Try not to loose your temper. If your pet has been out of sorts, check with the vet. Very good time to attending party or any other function. Those involved in business will receive a good offer. Tip of the week: Plan your life to avoid the in build delays that comes your way. Lucky colour: Peacock Blue. TAURUS: You draw Six of Cups, which helps you in professional work. You will be feeling much better. Progress can be made with employment activities. Investigate your overall financial situation. Do not waste your spare time on gossips. Do not mix business with family affairs. Tip: You should pursue your goals without a thought for the disapproval. Lucky colour: Golden Brown. GEMINI: Your card is Six of Wands, so friends could get on your nerves. Artists and models do not aim too high. Health could slow you down. Employment problems are likely to be pilling up. Push hard to conclude any real estate deal already underway. Tip: Yet work could pose certain minor difficulties but don’t worry. Lucky colour: Scarlet. CANCER: The Empress takes you towards the fast and protective lane. It is time to prove your worth. A happy news for some is about to pour in. Tuesday can be a little hectic. Interference to your personal plans is indicated. Monday is liable to raise your emotional hackles. Tip: Do what is right and watch your best interests. Lucky colour: Crimson. LEO: Nine of cups interprets it as having ‘focused energy’ and concentration on a goal, you will be better able to cope with jobs that require team efforts. Home entertaining should go off rather well. Women keep your stakes low while playing cards on Wednesday. Tip: You gain by being practical; don’t be emotional. Lucky colour: Deep Red. VIRGO: You draw The Chariot you are in touch with dynamic and assertive energy to make new beginnings. Check your car before you set out. Relatives will be sensitive and difficult to get along with. Old patients: an improvement is indicated in health on Friday. Do not get involved in any land deals on Tuesday. Tip: You find within yourself a fountainhead of a will power. Lucky colour: Metallic Grey. LIBRA: The High Priestess reveals family pressure and responsibilities. Avoid making changes on Tuesday. It is best to make time with important matters. Emotions have to be controlled. Students: you can muster to avoid strikes or walkout. No matter how hard you try little will go right for you. Tip: Empty promises are certain, therefore try to put your terms and conditions in writing. Lucky colour: White. SCORPIO: The Nine of swords brings you to your truths hopes and desires that you mask with a calm surface. A secret love affair will bring you some added pleasure. Make your boss aware of all the hard work that you have been putting in. Share problems with loved ones. Tip: You have to push to succeed and your efforts will pay off. Lucky colour: Sea Green. SAGITTARIUS: The Emperor gets you in touch with your leadership qualities. Over eating, drinking, over anything will be regretted. Do not take any risk with your savings. Romance could be an anticlimax on Saturday. Be tactful in your criticism though emotions will be easily aroused. Tip: You should pursue your goals without a thought for the disapproval. Lucky colour: Black. CAPRICORN: Like the The Knight of Cups you are emotional in personal relationship throughout week. Socially there could be a nice surprise in store for you. Discussions behind closed doors could work out very well on Thursday. No need to worry about health. Keep on the course that you have already set for yourself. Tip: Don’t forsake a new learning opportunity because of pride. Lucky colour: Peach. AQUARIUS: The four of Pentacles showers blessing on lovers. Personal plans are likely to receive a severe set-back. Tiffs are likely at the work place. Pay attention to behind the scene activities. Money flow will increase this week. Saturday could see you in a passionate mood. Tip: “Where there is a will, there is a way” is an old saying that holds true in your case this week. Lucky colour: Pink. PISCES: Household task can be done on record time. A fruitful journey is on the cards. A retail business may prove fruitful. Ask superiors for dinner party together this Saturday. Tip: Nobody has deliberately let you down, so keep going and don’t allow your confidence to be dented. Lucky colour: Orange.
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Hollywood actress Anne Hathaway has that she wants to have children but is not ready to settle down yet. The 28-year-old actress, who has been in a steady relationship with actor Adam Schulman for two years now, has said that she is dying to have children and start a family but she is not ready to settle just yet, reported a website.
Literary works have always been the fodder for Indian filmmakers, but of late the number of adaptations of Indian authors into films has seen a marked increase.
S Hussain Zaidi’s Black Friday and Ruskin Bond’s The Blue Umbrella have been made into movies in the last couple of years, which did well on the silver screen.
What’s the secret to longevity? “A glass full of milk and haldi in diet,” says Harnam Singh Bewli, who turned 100 years on Saturday. Celebrating his birthday with his five generations of children, grand and great grand, the man takes us a century back in time.
From what it takes to admire a work of art to what subtle tools artists employ to seduce the viewer’s mind, eminent art historian Professor B N Goswamy dwelt on many aspects of Indian painting, especially miniature art.
ACK Media, the leading Entertainment and Education Company for children, launched the new Amar Chitra Katha title ‘ The Heroes of Hampi: the Mythology of Kishkindha’ during the renowned Hampi Utsav popular for its mega cultural extravaganza, the Hampi Utsav, also known as the Vijaya Utsav, was a perfect occasion to launch the new Amar Chitra Katha title which revives the tales, which are unique to the culture and the landscapes of
Hampi.
Irrfan Khan started smoking while doing his first play but the actor now wants to kick the bad habit, which he calls his biggest disappointment. A self-confessed chain-smoker, Irrfan says his character was required to smoke in his debut play. He wanted it to look natural but ended up picking the habit.
Latin heartthrob Ricky Martin feels his twin kids, Valentino and Matteo, are like 'hurricane' in his life.
The 39-year-old singer has been devoid of sleep and rest as there is always a party going on in his home now the twins have arrived, who were born via a surrogate mother in 2008, a
publication reported.
Hollywood star Hugh Jackman has been consuming 6,000 calories a day in his effort to bulk up for the X-Men Wolverine movie, being directed by Oscar-nominated Darren Aronofsky. Aronofsky has ordered Jackman to look even bigger than he did in the previous movie X-Men Origins: Wolverine two years ago.
Hollywood heartthrob Ashton Kutcher has put his multi-million-bachelor pad up for sale, six years after he tied the knot with Demi Moore. When he bought himself a USD 1 million luxury home in the Hollywood Hills, Kutcher was still a man about town, enjoying his bachelor life.