Workout Address
It's not only about exercise, choosing a gym these days involves much more
Manpriya Khurana

There is a gym in every cubbyhole of the city. Is it the music playing in the background? Or is it the pretty face working out in the forefront? Or is it the trainer moving about the premises? The place could be one sprint from your house; at times it still doesn't 'work out'. So, what works out the most for Chandigarh youngsters when it comes to choosing a fitness centre? Interestingly, the deciding factors are not so obvious.

Laughs Vikram Singh Virk, DAV college student, "Basically, for most of the youngsters, crowd is the decisive factor. Cost doesn't really count because there's a general perception that the more expensive a gym, the better the crowd it's going to have."

With him the priorities don't differ much either. He says, "For me also good crowd is a deciding factor. Then come other things like spacious interiors and good environment." Err...whatever happened to the qualified trainers, equipment or infrastructure! He adds, "Almost every good gym, more or less, has the same facilities these days. So what makes the cut are the environment and profile of people coming there." After all, it's not for nothing that some of the celebrity gyms quote an annual subscription sounding like a share of the will! Who wouldn't want to work out in 'Bipasha Basu's' gym?

For Anupreet Dhillon, former BCA student, reference from friends worked more than the reputation in general. She became a regular at Oceanic Gym only after trying and testing a bit of everything. "My friends used to come here. They mentioned the instructors and also it's near my house." She adds, "But it's very important for one to like the overall environment." One even confides, "We first begin with an average gym and once we have a good physique worth flaunting in front of the opposite gender, the place and location changes accordingly."

The idea is to feel motivated about the place. Nods Ankuna Singh, BA, psychology student, "More than the practical factors, it's the whole environment that should give you a positive feel. If you get those good vibes, then it works out for you. Of course, good crowd makes a difference. But it's the sum total of everything." She adds, "For example, it could have the best and the rarest of equipment, but if it plays a nineties remix in the name of music, I would shun it." Everything else should work out first, before you hit the treadmill!

manpriya@tribunemail.com 

Healthy way
Anupreet Dhillon
Anupreet Dhillon

So, you finally decided to hit the gym? Joining one is akin to entrusting your bones and body to another set of people. Here are some of the things that your fitness centre must have.

Infrastructure: This includes both equipment and the trainers. A gym must be equipped with elliptical machines, treadmills, stationery bikes, stair climbers, rowing machines, spinning bikes and range of exercise options to suit every body and shape. However, having all the right equipment without professional trainers is like having all the medicines without a qualified doctor to prescribe them. Trained and certified professionals are indispensable to your health and happiness.

Environment: That includes changing facilities, population density and environment. Although saunas and steam rooms look tempting, they are often the breeding ground for germs.

Location: We all lead busy lives. Any drive more than twenty minutes to the gym, sooner or later becomes an excuse for not being regular with exercise. Location should be an important factor in choosing the fitness centre.

Tooth mark
Letting your smile reveal a tattoo is what your friendly orthodontist is up to nowadays
Manpriya Khurana

If you thought after nape, lips, navel, arms….even earlobes, ink addicts had run out of body parts to tattoo, here come dental tattoos.So this one’s straight from Lady Gaga school of thought. And are the orthodontists calling dental tattoos “the latest trend in India”….let us find out.

For the uninitiated, dental tattoos are customised designs (think a sparrow or a butterfly) that are added to the dental crowns before they are sealed and set in the mouth. The procedure decorates your tooth just as you want to.

Dr Shikha Pahwa, of Everbrite Dental Clinic-37, elaborates, “They are just like other dental crowns, save for the fact that the crown goes to the tattoo artist straight from the lab. The setting process remains the same. In fact the cost too pretty much remains the same, though it depends on the design.”

She adds, “The crown along with the design on an average costs anywhere around Rs 10 to 15,000.” The term can sometimes be used to describe temporary decals and stains, which can be used to decorate the teeth. Crowns are most commonly put on the rear teeth. The set of designed teeth can potentially be applied to any tooth and they run possibility of a wide gamut of styles, colours and designs.

Art is ever evolving. For those who’d like to flash their smile with a dash of colour, options galore. Though the phenomenon is yet to make its presence felt in the Chandigarh, there’s awareness in the nearby metros.

Adds Dr Heman Verma, Gurgaon based Orthodontist, these are basically imprints on the front and back teeth that one can get either for sometime, say a few months or permanently. A dental technician in a lab or clinic can get your favourite design on your molar or front teeth.” He adds, “Tattoos have always been an object of fascination. They represent uniqueness and individuality and are gaining popularity among college goers for pretty much the same reasons.”

Diamonds and gold in the teeth is passe; this one’s yet to make its presence felt. Shares Dr Pahwa, “In India it’s not very popular. Especially in the North, there’s hardly any awareness of this procedure.”

Who knows soon there could soon be vegetarians with dragons, anchors, Godzilla’s in their mouth. Many must have also baulked at the idea of nail art a decade back.

manpriya@tribunemail.com

The ugly side of Barbie

A former anorexia sufferer has created a life-sized Barbie as a means to raise awareness about the dangers of eating disorders.

The mannequin, which stands 5ft 9in tall, has a 39-inch bust, a tiny 18-inch waist and 33in hips is put to demonstrate just how unhealthy the doll’s proportions would be on a real woman.

Galia Slayen, who made the model, revealed that a real woman with the same dimensions would weigh just 110lb, giving her a body mass index (BMI) of 16.24—a figure associated with eating disorders.

“If Barbie was an actual woman, she would be 5ft 9in tall, have a 39-inch bust, an 18-inch waist, 33in hips and a size 3 shoe. She would not menstruate.

She’d have to walk on all fours due to her proportions,” Slayen said. — ANI 

 

Party muqabala
When it comes to discotheques, Chandigarh scores over Ludhaina, but the latter can definitely boast of better private parties. Jasmine Singh finds out more…

The trend is catching up in Ludhiana
POle dance: The trend is catching up in Ludhiana

Minal Singh, 21, scrolls her phone book for her friend Aarya Dhir’s number, who is a designer in Ludhiana. Posh city, fancy cars, designer labels, Ludhiana is nothing less than a mini-Toronto. She dials…“Hey there. How you doing? I am visiting my cousin in Ludhiana for the weekend. What are the happening discotheques there?” she questions. A pause…followed by a throaty laughter from the other end surprises Minal. And then the reply, “You mean discotheques, a girls’ night out place where we can shake a leg to trance and electronic music. You must be out of your senses Minal.”

What follows is a long dialogue between the two friends (which we assume you wouldn’t be interested in), one from a mini-metro Chandigarh and other from the ‘supposed’ metro Ludhiana. And the point of discussion — ‘where to party tonight.’ While back in Chandigarh you can still tabulate discotheques, in the Ferrari, BMW hub Ludhiana you have to scout a little hard to give that little piece of information. This doesn’t place the city on the backfoot; instead it scores 10 on 10 for the most lavish, exorbitant and unique private parties with the most amazing themes!

So, we quickly find out what’s missing and what’s not there in the two cities. We want the politicians to please take note of it; this would give them additional points for their election manifesto!

Private affair

Okay folks, we have a clear winner here. Ludhiana is any day more flambouyant when it comes to organising private parties. And why do say so? Check this out. Approximately 15 farmhouses around the city are the venue for the most expensive dance parties. As party organiser Chaitali Swaroop from Delhi, who is roped in to organise theme-based private parties in Ludhiana, says, “Contrary to what I thought, this city is like Vegas. People have money and party hard. I arrange for at least two private parties in a month on a very lavish scale.” Lavish, if that could be explained? “We bring down pole dancers, belly dancers, Arabic dancers from across the world. As per the demand we also get Bollywood celebrities. Other than this, fire jugglers, tattoo artists from Israel are a common thing, including celebrity DJs who play throughout the night. Designers are roped in to make theme dresses,” she explains. As for the city Chandigarh, we’d let you decide how well we score on this!

Disco fever

Three cheers for Chandigarh for having some cool discotheques where you can think of shaking a leg, instead of breaking a few bottles and a dirty brawl. Pardon for being boisterous about it, but Chandigarh does have ‘sophisticated’ discotheques where girls and boys can dance on one dance floor. We repeat one dance floor without breaking anybody’s head. Adds Mannika Singh, manager, Black Magic, Chandigarh, “We have a good number of youngsters coming down from Punjab to Chandigarh over the weekends to party and enjoy. I haven’t heard of any good discotheques in Punjab or Ludhiana. If you ask me, you should compare the party scene of Delhi and Chandigarh.” (We’ll come back to this later).

Musically yours

We have a tie here! Both cities can boast of interesting Deejays, who are exploring all genres of music. DJ Sameer from Chakra:Vu from Chandigarh asks whether there are any clubs in Ludhiana. “The only ‘best’ deejay I know in Ludhiana is DJ Bhanu. Otherwise, the place is only about private parties. Nevertheless, there are good freelance deejays who are scorching the music scene in that city.”

jasmine@tribunemail.com

Tracking the lost stars

Bollywood is changing. There is no more dancing around the trees, song sequences or overtly dramatic music sequences, which the Manmohan Desai era made legendary. However, despite the latest trends in Bollywood, which include brilliant special effects, people always go back to the 80s and 90s for their source of entertainment.

It's probably the main reason why Dabangg was such a huge hit. Dabangg retained the old-school formula and was loved by the junta. We take a look at some of the actresses of the 90s who made a huge impact and whose absence is missed today. These actresses are now suddenly rumoured to making comebacks. Take a look at some of them:

Karisma KapurKarisma Kapur

She quit films after marriage and relocated to Delhi. However, she’s still spotted in several social events and reality shows.

She is said to be making a comeback in Zamanat, a movie which began shooting in 1996, was completed in 2003 and is still awaiting release. She says that she is also waiting for the perfect script.

Raveena Tandon

Raveena is remembered for her role in movies like Mohra and Andaz Apna Apna. She eventually married producer Anil Thadani and chose family over film. She made a comeback in a movie called Sandwich, which was a disaster, but she hasn’t given up hope as she has three untitled projects coming up. She is reported to be acting in Don 2

Mandakini

Ram Teri Ganga Maili made her a star overnight. However, more than her film, she's known for her affair with underworld don Dawood Ibrahim. It’s the main reason why she kept a low profile. She later married Buddhist monk Kagyur T Rinpoche Thaku. She recently made a comeback with a music album and has also started some Tibetan yoga classes in Mumbai. She says that if there is an offer, she will take it up.

MadhooMadhoo

Remembered for her role in Roja, she was a popular actress in the 90s, but suddenly disappeared. Off late, she’s been spotted in social circuits and there are rumours that she’s making a comeback in Rajshree Production’s movie.

The meaty song gets going

The peppy music of Y Films' first venture, Luv Ka The End, was launched at a fun-filled event held at the studio. Shraddha Kapoor hosted it, while Aditi Singh Sharma enthralled audiences by singing the title track of the film.

The audiences were given gajras to wear on their wrists and money to throw when the Mutton Song played. Director Bumpy said, "This is an insane album. Ram Sampath has been my childhood hero, and I had to have him compose the songs of my film. We wanted to create music that was fresh, and something that people could sing and dance along and play on their guitars. Our lyricist Amitabh Bhattacharya is a twisted and insane man, and has given us some wicked lyrics, even though he looks serious and quiet!"

Shraddha Kapoor wanted to sing a song in the film and sent Ashish Patil (the producer) a message. She said, "He replied saying that it was a very nice suggestion. After having heard Aditi, I know that nobody could have sung it better than her. She is awesome!"

The Mutton Song aims to take over Munni and Sheila. Director Bumpy, composer Ram Sampath, and producer Ashish Patil explain, "We knew there was a point in the film where we had to inject some fun. Usually, women are the entertainer, but here, we wanted the girls to have fun at the expense of the guy. So, we decided on the item song. When we heard the lyrics and the song with Adi, we fell down laughing, and that is when we knew it would work. This is the way we do conventional music! The singer Krishna Beura sang in five different voices. Recording the song was an unusual experience. The choreographer Aadil Sheikh brought back extras from the 70s!"

Actor Taaha Shah is the lady-boy in the Mutton Song. Speaking about Taaha, they said, "Taaha was very sporting to do the song. We shot the song in a regular hotel. He was in a costume and roaming around with a bathrobe over it. The changing room was in another building. He got tired of the robe, and decided that he would stay in costume. So, in between shots, he would make faces and pout at the families who were visiting the place. It was hilarious!" —HRM

Vinay is Minissha's fan


Fan following: Minissha Lamba

Bollywood celebrities have their list of fan following. However, it's not very often that actors say that they are fans of another actor's work. Minissha Lamba, however, is different. She has a big fan in one of the industry's best actors, Vinay Pathak.

Vinay Pathak, who has done different cinema, says, "I liked Minissha in her first film Yahaan. It was a great and film and she had done a fantastic job. I didn't feel that she was a newcomer."

	Vinay Pathak
Vinay Pathak

He added that he was enjoying working with her in the sequel to the critically acclaimed Bheja Fry 2. "Usually people take time to open up. Minissha and I, however, clicked instantly and we spend a lot of time during the shoot by playing Antakshari and Dumb Charades."

Speaking about the film, he says that his character will still continue to pursue his singing dream. "He will enter a reality show and meets Minissha over there."

Bheja Fry 2 stars Kay Kay Menon, Vinay Pathak, Minissha Lamba and Amole Gupte in it. The film is suppose to release on July 15. —HRM

Jeremy carries the Legacy

Oscar-nominated star Jeremy Renner has been offered the lead role in the reboot of The Bourne Legacy.The series has been made popular by Matt Demon's Jason Bourne character but the actor is not returning in the new movie. Renner is being roped to play a different character, another super assassin, who attended the same programme as Jason, in the movie.

The Hurt Locker star, who has a busy schedule ahead will start shooting the movie soon after filming The Avengers.

The film is being written and directed by Tony Gilroy, who co-wrote the first three films in Universal's Bourne saga.

The director has been testing actors for the last few weeks to play a brand new lead character distinct from Damon's character. — PTI

Jim Carrey goes to Office 

Funnyman Jim Carrey is guest starring on the final episode of the hit comedy series The Office.The Yes Man star will join Ricky Gervais, Will Arnett, James Spader, Ray Romano and Catherine Tate as guest stars interviewing for Michael Scott's (Steve Carell) management position.

Although Carell's departure from the show is coming soon, the producers are infusing a storyline full of intrigue and mystery.

Speculation about who will replace the Dunder Mifflin boss has been swirling for some time now.

Although rumours suggested that Will Ferrell will take over the big role, he will no longer appear in the season finale hinting that the idea has been shelved for the moment. — PTI

U…vie for the best!
Manpriya Khurana

Uvie
Reality bytes: Uvie

For someone who did Indian Idol 4 as a mentor and senior voice-trainer, coming straight and clean on the Talent versus TRP debate is a welcome break! “There’s no dearth of talent on these shows, but they are not the best platform to promote talent. Very much because whosoever garners maximum votes is declared the winner, and channels really don’t care as much about who wins as they do about their viewership.”

Singer Uvie, in the city to perform at the Chandigarh Press Club, nevertheless is geared to judge yet another music-based reality show on UTV. A platform, almost indispensable, for any struggling singer, or so it seems! “I would say it’s difficult to make a mark these days without having participated in such shows but it’s not impossible. In fact, most of the winners of such shows later fade into oblivion because by that time they are all froth and no substance. With the rest, a wrong approach and attitude becomes fatal.” He adds, “I never participated in them as a struggler when I shifted base from Chandigarh. In fact, I entered the scene only as mentor.”

The Mumbai-based singer’s resume reads long and the search engine throws up numerous results - chief assistant to music duo Sajid Wajid, a couple of songs in movies ‘Baaghi, Main Aur Mrs Khanna, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi’. In between figure a remix album K Factor, Gori Teri Akhiyan…apart from the countless record labels! “I did my masters in music from the Panjab University and further took vocal training from Prof. Harvinder Singh.” Needless to add, for him ‘training comes before even the passion part of music’. “That’s because the place where I stay, Mumbai, I know there are a lot of passionate people, but it’s a good base and training that makes a mark.” Coming up are, “Six different songs with music composer Sajid Wajid and three songs for Salman Khan. Last week we shot a video for my song Ek Ladki Mujhe, which should be aired on television next month.”

As for the reality shows, he is very much open to hosting and judging them. ‘In the evening, I’ll be regaling the audience with some of my latest tracks, like Barkha Ritu Aaii before moving on to other typical Bollywood numbers.”

manpriya@tribunemail.com

Three stars for Cannes


Cannes calling: Aishwarya Rai

Aishwarya Rai, Sonam Kapoor and Freida Pinto-will walk the red carpet at Cannes this year, though on different occasions. Ash, a regular at the prestigious gala for past 10 years, feels with “both beautiful women” India will have a “stronger presence”.

"Several countries have had more than one L’Oreal Paris spokeswoman at Cannes and I'm glad India is finally getting similar recognition. This is a clear sign of the growing importance of the country,” Ash said.

Good Going: Freida Pinto

Aishwarya will walk the red carpet at the opening ceremony of the 64th Cannes International Film Festival on May 11.

She will also attend the opening gala cocktail and dinner.

She is scheduled to attend various events the next day.

They will represent India for cosmetic brand L’Oreal Paris at Cannes and for the first time the brand is taking three spokeswomen representing India to the event. —IANS

Chatter box

Natasha Suri to host Superstud?

Alongwith Ashmit Patel hosting UTV Bindass' new reality show Superstud, former Miss India Natasha Suri will be the co-host. Sources say the production house has zeroed in on Natasha to host the show with Ashmit. We wanted someone who would match up to the requirement of the show since it is the hunt to find the perfect Casanova and so we thought of Natasha.

Suitors for Ratan Ka Rishta

Popular TV actress Ratan Rajput has received 54,863 marriage proposals from suitors, including doctors, lawyers, engineers, professors, businessmen, chefs and bankers, for her upcoming televised Swayamvar Ratan Ka Rishta — and this is said to be highest so far for the show. The maximum offers have come from Meerut and Lucknow.

Urvashi’s blouse drama

Fights between the production house and actors are legendary because both parties feel that expectations are not met from either side. When the production houses rub seniors actors like Urvashi Dholakia the wrong way, the result is usually tumultuous. Urvashi lost her fuse on the sets of Zee TV's Apno Ke Liye Geeta Ka Dharmayudh when she found out that only four blouses have been stitched for her for the entire season to team up with saris. Hearing this, she stormed out of the sets and refused to come till the production house got her new set of matching blouses with the saris.

Rishton Se Badi Pratha controversy


Legal mess: Rishton Se Badi Pratha runs into troubled time

Rishton Se Badi Pratha on Colors has been known for its violent scenes and action in the show.

The show has hit the headlines again with its new controversy regarding a legal issue.

There was a huge problem on the sets of the show after the BMC authorities barged in and demolished part of the sets which were constructed without legal consent.

Babymoon for Sai and Shakti


Baby time: Sai and Shakti Anand

Sai and Shakti Anand are glowing these days as they are expecting their first child. The baby is due in August.

The doctor has said the baby is due anytime from August 15 and 23.

The couple are planning their babymoon before that. Sai is busy reading a lot of baby books and is browsing through Sanskrit baby names.

Generation Next Awards

Generation Next Awards had been organised to acknowledge the unstinting efforts of today's generation that has dutifully taken up the mantle to diversify and create an entirely different dimension of the enterprise. The awards were a reward to the achievement of Young Business Men and Women who have taken the Mantle from the previous generation.

The categories under which the nominations are being awarded include Entertainment, Infrastructure and Construction, Education and many more. The awards are an initiative of Vijay Kalantri of the All India Association of Industries (AIAI) and White Leaf Entertainment Media Pvt Ltd. Well known faces from TV who attended the awards were Mahi Vij, Karanvir Bohra, Anuj Saxena, Jai Bhanushali, and Amruta Patki. Ekta Kapoor, Puneet Goenka and Bhushan Kumar were felicitated in the entertainment category.

X-Factor unveiled

Sony's new reality show X-Factor was unveiled at a hotel in Mumbai yesterday. Present were judge Sanjay Leela Bhansali and host Aditya Narayan. The channel claims that this will be the world's biggest reality show. Lets wait and watch.

Farah Khan back as judge

There was speculation whether Farah would be a part of Entertainment Ke Liye Kucch Bhi Karega 4.

However, the news is she has given a nod to judge this show. 

Mona Singh has also confirmed to host the show with Anu Malik.

Title getting longer...

Sakshi Tanwar in Bade Acche...

Ekta Kapoor's new TV show has the longest title ever - Bade Acche Laggte Hai... Yeh Dharti, Yeh Nadiya, Yeh Rainna Aur Tum. Who says we always need to say a show's name, we can also sing it. That's what Ekta Kapoor thinks about her upcoming show's title on Sony. The title Bade Acche Laggte Hai... Yeh Dharti, Yeh Nadiya, Yeh Rainna Aur Tum is also the longest title of any show on Indian Television.—HRM 

Flirting away to glory

Giriraj Kabra who plays Bittu in Hai Padosi Kaun Hai Doshi is having an on-screen love triangle between him, Sanjeeda Sheikh And Naveena Bole and he is good looking and well built. His flirting character is winning him lot of appreciation and the constant joke on the set is Bittu sirf mera hai and he blushes each time someone on the sets tells him that and they often call him Mr Flirt off-screen.

The year ahead
Madan Gupta Spatu

If your birthday is April 24...

You are number 6 as well as a Taurean and have Venus as major planet. Your sign signifies affection, patience, determination, practical and resistance to change. You are overpossessive, occasionally rigid and have a tendency to be materialistic.

The Bull in you will make you Kolhu ka Bail in 2011, but this is not in a bad perspective. If your colleagues who were incompetent but grabbed higher positions by hook or by crook and you remained stranded on the last station, don't worry. A new train will arrive to provide a prestigious berth in the office. Use light blue or sky blue attire for important occasions. This year crystallises into a really wonderful year.

You will be in a win-win situation. You'll get ancestral property through legacy and you will also get property of your own. If unmarried, visit any good astrologer for auspicious muhurat for wedding because in 2011-12 chances are bright. These days, marriages are settled in marriage bureaus and performed by marriage planners. Acquisition of latest gadgets, luxurious items, new mobiles and renovation, new furniture, overhauling of old items, selecting a new class vehicle are some of the activities you'll undertake this year. 

Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar (April 24 ,1973) shares the joy of celebrating his birthday on the same day as you. Tendulkar has been honoured with the Padma Vibhushan award, India's second highest civilian award, and the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award, India's highest sporting honor.

Tendulkar was an integral part of the 2011 Cricket World Cup winning Indian team. Tendulkar became the first sportsperson and the first personality without an aviation background to be awarded the honorary rank of Group Captain by the Indian Air Force. He has received honorary doctorates from Mysore University and Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences. Sachin's horoscope is always quoted academically for Kaal Sarp combination in astrology, indicating the unprecedented success owing to special combination of Stars. At present due to Rahu period he will be involved in politics and social work besides cricket and endorsing. However, success and failures will continue to emerge in an alternative way, which is part of his special horoscope. 2011-12 has much more in store for him.

Tarot talk
P. Khurrana

ARIES: The Devil suggests that your relationship can be shaken and stirred. A temptation to overindulge is not good for your credit card debt. At work do not expect cooperation from others. Students will have to work harder.arot message: Don't forsake a new learning opportunity because of pride. Lucky colour: Turquoise. Magic number: 56

TAURUS: Follow a good routine of exercise and diet. Focus on the little things and stick to routines. You are better off at home tonight, reading a good book or surfing the Internet. Take things step-by-step. Don't speculate. Tarot message: Plan your life to avoid the in built delays. Lucky colour: Peach. Magic number: 27.

GEMINI:Physical labour, housework or athletics, this is the perfect time to get into it. Try not to overdo it. Be careful about finances. Paying back could be difficult. Working women: Take complete rest today. Students: Bury your nose in books. Be logical. Tarot message: Do not worry about difficulties at work. Lucky colour: Rainbow pastels. Magic number: 30.

CANCER: Flattery, charm and a willingness to be bold will bring success. An evening event could test your nerves. Some last-minute changes trouble you. New people are moving into your sphere of relationships. You might fall madly in love during travel or while attending at a conference. Tarot message: Your determination pays. Lucky colour: Saffron. Magic number: 50.

LEO: Single? You may meet that someone special. This is a great day to socialise. You may feel self-conscious at a lavish event. Good news come your way to cheer you up. Bizfolk: Don't invest your money in hastily concluded deals. Tarot message: Learn to accept responsibility for self and others. Lucky colour: Silver grey. Magic number: 44.

VIRGO: Ten of Pentacles promises self-confidence. Trust your instincts today. Opportunities to socialise come your way. You cope with every situation. Stay on top of your emotions. Your partner needs your support. Go for sports, hiking, swimming or exercise. Tarot message: Steer clear of unpleasant events. Lucky colour: Sea green. Magic number: 35.

LIBRA: Your earning power could kick into high gear. Singles attract someone new. An intimate connection with that special someone is worth pursuing no matter how difficult. New people you meet will be rather exciting. Health problem could slow you down. Travel is not favoured. Tarot message: Go by your instincts.

Lucky colour: Deep red. Magic number: 46.

SCORPIO: A restless and irritable morning. Prevent getting sidetracked. You achieve a lot. Follow through on unfinished projects and tasks and enjoy the creative energy that is enhanced. Don't let an opportunity pass you by as there may be untold benefits awaiting you. Tarot message: Don't be dismissive of advice from youthful origin. Lucky colour: Pink. Magic number: 25.

SAGITTARIUS: Avoid new territory because this is not a day for clear thinking or making decisions. A journey can put you through emotional turmoil. Let go of these unfounded fears. Love & travel figure prominently. You are in for a promotion or salary hike. Never trust a stranger. Tarot message: Be articulate.

Lucky colour: Yellow. Magic number: 39.

CAPRICORN: The World puts you in an enthusiastic mood. Be careful not to over commit yourself. Your loved ones may not be as enthusiastic about your plans. Take control of your life. The emphasis is on fun, frolic, and social activities. Tarot message: Do not divest assets or transact in uncertain matters. Lucky colour: Sky blue. Magic number: 48.

AQUARIUS: Thoroughness will be your key to success. You can chat away the time you have for work. It will work in your favour as well. Correspondence is important. There will be good opportunities to show off your artistic flare. Tarot message: Maintain balance in all aspects. Lucky colour: Peacock green. Magic number: 63.

PISCES: Conflict between your private and professional life can test your abilities. Don't be shy. Financial commitments will be honoured. A comfortable night ahead for senior citizens. Hostlers may feel home sick because of their ill health. Auspicious day for purchasing ornaments. Tarot message: Emphasis on spiritual needs. Lucky colour: Metallic grey. Magic number: 28.





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