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Workout... anywhere, anytime
So, you find it tough to be a regular at the gym or yoga classes? Then imagine how difficult it would be for people who travel for their work all the time. How do they manage? Of course, they steal time from the hectic work schedules and modify their diet chart accordingly!
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‘No swayamvar for me in real life’
What makes an actor? "The spirit to struggle and a will to make dreams come true," believes actor Pooja Tandon, whose latest Punjabi movie Lions of Punjab is set to hit the screens this Friday. Daughter of writer, director and actor Vijay Tandon, who is also a National Award Winner for the Best Punjabi Film, Kachehri in 1994, she says her father has been her role model and helped her achieve her dream. But then she had to find her own way, "My father's name helped me bag one project, but other than that I had to carve my own path." Having acted in the Punjabi flick Sat Sri Akal-A film on Love and Faith, which was released worldwide in November, 2008, she is once again ready to showcase her talent with Lions of Punjab. "It's a Guddu Dhanoa movie and I play the lead. This is an issue-based movie that has a commercial angle to it," says Pooja. Though she agrees that the road to Bollywood is not easy, she adds, "Entry into Bollywood is not easy and it was due to my stint in Lux Perfect Bride that I got a role in the movie Lions of Punjab. And it's by shear hardwork that I have bagged a Bollywood movie. It's a Subhash Seghal flick." Ask her about her participation in Lux Perfect Bride and does she really want to get married on television and she says, "I just remember the happy moments of the show. It helped me bag a few projects, other than that my idea of marriage is definitely not a swayamvar on television. Marriage is a very personal affair and should not me made commercial." Trained by none other than Kishore Namit Kapoor, who has nurtured the likes of Hritik Roshan, she says, "Fame and glamour is an exciting part of an actor's life, but I find greater satisfaction in acting." jigyasachimra@tribunemail.com
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Renee Writes
I am a 42 years old guy and am suffering from obsessive syndrome. Whenever I see my wife talking to anyone I don’t seem to be able to tolerate it. I get a fit of rage and throw things around the house. I don’t think such a tendency is very healthy. I also feel pangs of jealousy when she is laughing and chatting with her friends. I want her to spend all her time with me and not mingle around with other people. We have 2 children but what they do with themselves or with their friends does not bother me. It is only my wife’s behavior that is of total interest to me as I feel she is my life partner and owes to be committed to me all the time. She is annoyed with me. What should I do?
Ashish Mangat This is definitely not healthy behaviour. You seem to be playing an insecurity pattern. It is fear that you need to deal with. Why should you want to control your wife’s behavior. If she is married to you that definitely does not mean she cannot talk to other people or have friends of her own. Commitment has no such meaning as to give up all your the relationships for the sake of marriage. A healthy relationship is where you learn to love and respect each other. Also we must learn to respect each other’s relationships. Without this kind of commitment life becomes a chore and hard to deal with. Please calm your frayed nerves and work on yourself. Meditate for 5-10 minutes during mornings and evenings. Try and cultivate a sport like tennis or golf. You need to concentrate on some activity. This will help you get rid of your obsessive thoughts. Trust me your wife will love and respect you far more when you become a loving and trusting husband. Get involved
I am a 37 years old woman with two kids. I have always believed that we have had this great marriage because my husband has always been very caring and the least demanding. But recently I seem to see a change in his behviour. He comes home late, usually a little drunk and has a few more drinks once he is back. Then he becomes very abusive. Even with the children. They get very scared and go and hide in their rooms. How am I supposed to deal with this? Do you think he is seeing another woman? He has many girls working in his office. I am very concerned about our future and somehow feel hopelessly useless. I don’t know how to deal with this. Even his parents are surprised. He is apologetic every morning, what do you think I should do? Alka Kataria When life takes on a new turn it does take us a long time to come to terms with it. There definitely is a reason why your husband’s behavior has changed though it may not necessarily mean another woman. It seems to be coming from fear. All alcoholism and all addictions are basically a way of running away from facing our reality. It could be that he has a problem at work and doesn’t know how to deal with it. He may not want to burden you with his problem hence he is quiet about it and seems to drown his problem in his drinks. Be a good emotional support. Take him for a small holiday; a change of scenario always helps. Try to get him to talk to you about his work of even his emotional state. Make him feel you care and would like to share his life and problems. There is no situation we cannot win over with love. Praise and do not criticize him. It will take some time but it will definitely happen. Tell the kids that he’ll be fine. It works when your attitude is positive. Think positive
I am a 19-year-old girl and am currently pursuing my higher studies. My problem is that I am shy and am an introvert. All these years in my college, I have made only one friend. I feel very lonely but I do not know how to reach out to others and befriend them. I feel very envious when I see girls and guys hanging about in groups and really wish that I could be part of this scene too. But somehow it never seemed to have happened. If I chat with a new person I feel that they are making fun of me. I am very disturbed and cannot concentrate on my studies. I really wish I could change into this charming, friendly person and have a very exciting and fun filled life. Can you please guide me on how I can do this? Sunaina Bhardwaj Life is wonderful; we just have to allow it to be so. There are many aspects to it and each one can be enjoyed on its own plane. Life is all about attitude and perception .If you desire a change in your personality you will have to work for it. Learn to love yourself first. When you work on this premise, life would automatically start working your way. Have faith in the Universe. It gives you what you believe. If your beliefs are positive and what you want is straight from the heart, you will make things happen. Do not be impatient and frustrated. You are just poisoning your body with negative inputs. Affirm to yourself “I love myself, all people around me love me and want to be friends with me” and you will see life changing in your favor. Much happiness and joy will flow into your life once you have decided that it should. at lifestyletribune@gmail.com or Life Style, The Tribune, Sector 29-C, Chd |
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If a lovers’ tiff leaves you fuming, blame your parents, not your partner. The better your relationship was with your parents in the childhood, the better you are at getting over tiffs as an adult, according to a new study. Scientists from the University of Minnesota in the US monitored a group of babies born in the mid-1970s until they reached adulthood. They found that those who had a secure relationship with their parents were better at recovering from conflict 20 years later. But even those who had an insecure upbringing can pick up these skills from an emotionally-equipped partner, the scientists claim. Researcher Jessica Salvatore from Minnesota said: "We found that people who were insecurely attached as infants but whose adult romantic partners recover well from conflict are likely to stay together." "If one person can lead this process of recovering from conflict, it may buffer the other person and the relationship." The ‘most exciting finding’, she added, was the evidence that romantic partners may play a role in reducing the effects of negative experiences in early life. — IANS
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Parents are three times more likely to allow their adult sons to return to the family home than daughters, revealed a survey. The Flying the Nest study showed that returning sons or ‘boomerang boys are considered more obliging house guests than their sisters and that they easily wrap their mothers around their little fingers. Sons are more likely to pay rent, lend a hand with the housework and accept parental advice on careers and love, compared with daughters who are regarded as lazier and less likely to contribute to the household, the survey discovered. More than half the mothers interviewed for the study were glad their sons had returned home, and only 18 percent acknowledged their boys had overstayed their welcome. The survey showed that 58 per cent of mums admitted spoiling their sons, but only 35 per cent gave their daughters the same treament. Mums are more inclined to cook dinner for their sons, wash and iron their clothes and provide a taxi service. Sons also tend to be more frequent recipients of cash handouts. Four out of 10 parents admitted doling out money to their sons. However, although boys request cash more frequently, girls borrow more in total. — Reuters
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It’s bold fashion for Oscar’s red carpet
Taking a tip from music stars Lady Gaga and Nicki Minaj, Hollywood's A-list actors are expected to turn up on Oscar's red carpet in many bold, futuristic designs, fashion experts predict. The eye towards the future marks a turnaround from recent years in which styles at Hollywood's biggest awards shows have featured vintage gowns, subdued designs and colours, and less jewellery in a nod to the world's economic woes. But with consumer confidence up, Hollywood's top female actors will be wearing distinctive gowns highlighted by draping and accentuated shoulders and sleeves. Expect a wide array of colours, from pale shades and skin tones to bold purples, oranges, midnight blues and classic black. Designer Marc Bouwer said this year's futuristic fashions are influenced by some of the "out-there" costumes of pop music superstars like Lady Gaga, Minaj and now Britney Spears as seen in her latest video, Hold It Against Me. "Artists are starting to dress much more crazy, more out there and it has a ripple effect on fashion," said Bouwer. "While you won't see a Lady Gaga outfit necessarily on the Oscar red carpet, you will see more architectural styles – an expanded shoulder, a pronounced sleeve. The stronger power woman has emerged, and you cannot ignore that trend." Styles on the red carpet ahead of the world's top film honours are expected to be similar to those debuting last month at Hollywood's Golden Globe Awards. At that show, Glee star Lea Michelle dazzled fashionistas in a pink asymmetrical Oscar de la Renta gown, and other actresses such as Nicole Kidman, Michelle Williams and Scarlet Johansson turned up in skin tones and pale shades of rose. This year Bouwer, who famously dressed Angelina Jolie in a white satin halter dress for the 2007 Oscars, is working with nominees including The Fighter star Melissa Leo on the trend he calls, "futuristic architectural minimalism." It is a look that he and others said not only takes into consideration the dress, but also accessories that come with it. "We're going to see statement pieces," said Greg Kwiat of Kwiat Diamonds. Past nominees such as Anna Kendrick and Natalie Portman previously wore his jewels at the Oscars. "A bracelet, a necklace. There will be everything from classic diamonds to lots of colours like yellow gold or aquamarine," Kwiat said. If the dresses and jewels are bold, then the hair has to be simple and "not so overly complicated" according to celebrity hair stylist Anthony Morrison. "Whether the hair is up or down, it's more about having a finished look, not frizzy or dishevelled," he said. "We've been using a lot of smoothing products to make sure hair is glossy, shiny and polished." Hair colour is also expected to be big and bold this year. "The colour is going to look amazing," Morrison said. "Rich brunettes, gorgeous reds and perfect blondes. Everybody will enhance whatever colour they have." Colour enhancement is likely to be seen in many gowns as well, along with classic black and ivory found at black-tie events. Allen B. Schwartz, creative director of A.B.S. is said to expect bold greens, purples, corrals, oranges and midnight navy. "Colour is usually about positive energy," he said. "We all know what's gone on with people struggling because of the economy. Everyone has started off the year with a renewed energy for a better time and colour is all about being happy." — Reuters
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They swapped numbers afterwards and the Irish Rover has been receiving lots of flirty messages. "Colin was taken aback by some of the texts. He reckons he might as well be in there. They're both single, so why not?" the Sun quoted a source as saying. Colin and Rihanna have made plans to meet up in LA when their hectic schedules allow.
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Bollywood actor Bipasha Basu, whose journey in showbiz began in 1996 after winning the Cinthol supermodel contest, says she is extremely lucky and proud of her achievements. "I just realised my journey has been quiet a long one, from 1996 to 2011. It's only me who knows how much hard work and dedication has gone behind everything. I have been honest to my profession and brought the best of me on the screen," Bipasha. She came for the launch of Versace collection of watches in collaboration with Timex Group. "I feel extremely lucky when I look behind in my life. I am proud of myself and also proud of what I am today. I used to dream of having such luxury brands and now I effortlessly own so many of them," said the 32-year-old, who has a fetish for watches. "The one object that I love the most is the watch. It is a must have possession for everybody. It is also my favourite gifting option. — IANS
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Gibson's ex rejects peace deal Mel Gibson's former girlfriend has rejected a USD 15 million peace deal with the Hollywood actor in order to retain custody of their daughter. Oksana Grigorieva, 40, agreed to the settlement with the Braveheart star last year but pulled out later on. An email to the Russian singer's lawyer explaining her decision was leaked online on Monday. She said she'd only accept if the 55-year-old actor was stripped of custodial rights to their daughter Lucia, one. If not, she wrote, "I will go to court, see where the chips might fall." Los Angeles' District Attorney will decide in a few days whether to charge Gibson over alleged domestic violence and Grigorieva with extortion. — PTI
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"Hemaji joins us tomorrow (Tuesday) for the shooting of Aarakshan .. a cameo but all looking forward to her arrival ... Baghbaan remembered (sic)," Amitabh posted on micro-blogging site Twitter Monday night. In their heyday, the two actors shot together for many movies like Satte Pe Satta and Sholay. More recently, they also paired up for Veer Zaara. Amitabh is currently in Bhopal shooting for Prakash Jha's Aarakshan, a movie on caste based reservations in government jobs and educational institutions in India. The movie features actors Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, Prateik Babbar and Manoj Bajpayee. — IANS
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Music maestro AR Rahman has bagged two nominations at the 83rd Academy Awards for his work in Danny Boyle’s 127 Hours and the film fraternity is hoping that the composer triumphs again at the gala event Sunday. His colleagues and friends wish him luck and are hoping he brings the golden statuette home again, having bagged two Oscars for the best original score and the song in 2009 for rags-to-riches drama Slumdog Millionaire. This time, Rahman has been nominated for the original score of 127 Hours as well as original song If I Rise. “I feel great. I feel wonderful because Rahman is one person who has made us so proud and I am really, really happy. I wish him all the best,” said Rani Mukerji. Actor-producer Arbaaz Khan said: "That’s a great achievement. The last time when he won the Oscar, it looked like one time dream. I wish him all the best. He is a true deserving candidate and pride of the country." "He had to get the nominations. He already has two to his credit. He will continue getting them. He has already made India proud and would continue doing so. My best wishes are always with him," said singer Udit Narayan. Singer Kailash Kher said: "I congratulate him and wish him all the best. Every year he should achieve more honours." "The whole country is proud of him. He is good, he is talented and I hope he delivers time and again. I am very happy. I wish him all the best," actor Arshad Warsi said. — IANS
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Five ex-students get together and you have an assortment of mediums, artists, colours and even themes. Karwan, an exhibition of paintings and photography by former students of Kurukshatra University, is an attempt to bring forth various interpretations of art, as they perceive it. Beginning with abstracts, there's a splash of colour assuming shapes and forms on its own. Shares Monika, the artist, "I've tried depicting rampant nature obliteration taking place around us all the time." Then there's a complete series on nuclear families. One canvas juxtaposes face of a woman with face of man. She shares, "In nuclear families, despite staying so close people are not able to relate to each other. Even when one is right in front of the other, there's detachment." The group show comprises fifty works by all five girls.
Shares Deepali, the artist, "I think a man and a woman complement and complete each other. Their union is important for the world to exist." Yet another shows Adam staring at an apple. "This is an award wining picture. God made Adam and he in turn is looking at the apple for the first time, is curious and surprised."
Shares Kamlesh, "A fish eats its own off springs under certain circumstances. It also hides them in order to save them from other fish." Each thought has an outlet. (Concluded at the Panjab Kala Bhawan-16)
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Needless to say, there's a woman in every picture accompanied with a remarkable use of colour. She shares, "The underlying theme of the exhibition is that we all live at two levels, physical and mental. The one that lives within you is the most intimate part of the self. This inner self is generally enveloped by the outer world but when it confronts the outer, it colours you in many shades and hues." It's this depiction of hues that's taken place in 45 works.There's inordinate use of animals and birds symbolising the different states of mind. A frog shares space in a lot of paintings. "I personally associate this creature with restlessness and freedom. The way it hops and skips about. This restlessness or jumping about is something I experienced while growing up myself and later I saw my children do the same." She adds, "In some of the frames I've shown a woman conversing with caged animals. Earlier we didn't have much freedom, so during free time women in the family would take care of animals and even interact with them." On till February 26 at Fine Arts Museum, Panjab University
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Working in a dynamic industry, where each day brings in fresh challenges, a fixed fitness regime is out of question. "When three days in a week I am travelling, it's not feasible to join a gym on a membership basis. What comes handy then is a gym in the office." Although workout hours in the gym are not fixed, Micky Khinderia tries to be a regular. "If there is a time crunch, I go for a few simple exercises or pranayaam." Sticking to a healthy diet is the simplest way to avoid calories. "I only take wholesome meals and snacking in between is a big no-no. I carry fruits and nuts to curb my appetite."
Working on a campaign with Saif Ali Khan in Bhopal, Mandira Wirk is always on a go. "The key to fitness when you can't hit the gym is to eat sensibly." And by that she means proper meals twice a day and only salad in dinner. "While I am travelling for fashion shows or shoots, stress levels are high, coffee intake increases and at times, I also indulge in unhealthy snacking." As she can't manage a workout session in the gym, she does push-ups and some simple exercises in her hotel room. "Fitness is no rocket science, it about the will to keep fit. You tend to dehydrate when travelling, so it's important to increase the intake of water and fluids." 
Do we need another proof of Rannvijay's hectic travelling schedule? Even when we called him to know about his fitness secret, he was on his way to Ooty to shoot for his next flick. "I can't find a gym everywhere I travel for my work, so the best way out is get out of the car a few kilometres before the hotel and start running." When he puts up in a multistoried building, climbing up and down the stairs is the preferred workout. Diet regulation is something he can't do, so running and jogging rescue him from piling up calories. "I don't understand why do we need to depend on gyms for fitness; physical activity of any sort would help. So, all we need to do is get out of our comfort zone." 
It looks like Rihanna is smitten by Irish actor Colin Farrell. The actor has worked his charms on the Rude Boy singer to such an extent that she apparently hasn't stopped texting him after meeting on Graham Norton's chat show before Christmas.
Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan and veteran actress Hema Malini, who were seen together on screen in Baghban and Baabul, will be seen together again in Aarakshan.
Moving on, there's a series on womanhood. Apart from it, one showcases figure of a woman drawn against the face of a man. 
One corner of the gallery depicts life-size portrait of a woman with pink flowers tattooed all over her. Alongside, another canvas depicts a mermaid like fish with smaller fish drawn across its body. 
Whatever she's been through, she put it all on canvas. Woman Within, a series of paintings by Navpreet Kaur, celebrates life experienced during different phases.