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Public display or affection?
While papa Vijay Mallya was applauding Chris Gayle’s lofty sixes even as his team Royal Challengers beat SRK’s Kolkata Knight Riders, son Siddharth Mallya was caught celebrating with his girlfriend, actor Deepika Padukone. The attention immediately shifted from Gayle’s whirlwind century to a full-blown kiss that the couple shared after their team won. This wasn’t the first instance of public display of affection (PDA), but as expected it has once again set the debate on how much is too much rolling. Is our society gradually opening up to the idea of PDA? Or is the concept acceptable only in case of celebrities? City-based sociologist Rajesh Gill feels that the society has become liberal but at the same time, it understands the difference between a decent PDA and acts of obscenity. However, she says that the problem begins when PDA becomes a trend, “It’s perfectly fine if grown-ups are indulging in little mushy acts in public, but then there are school students who follow it just because they think it’s a ‘cool’ thing to do in public.” The glam world celebs are role models for most of the youngsters, who follow them without considering the consequences.
Display of love and affection at city clubs is a common sight now. The bouncers, besides maintaining law and order in the clubs, now have a more important task at hand. Says DJ Sameer, who is a witness to the evolving party scene in the city, “A fair number of youngsters visit night clubs only because they know the restrictions for intimacy with the partner are pretty less. The bouncers are deployed to intervene if PDA begins to amount to obscenity.” According to Section 294 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, PDA is a criminal offence, which amounts to punishment of imprisonment up to three months. Ranjan Lakhanpal, advocate and chairman, World Human Rights Protection Council, Chandigarh, says that Indian society is not rigid and not every display of affection in public is an offence. “We shouldn’t doubt the sensibility of the public. People have the ability to judge the difference between PDA and obscenity.” About Deepika and Siddharth Mallya’s act of celebration, he doesn’t mince words, “That was definitely an act of obscenity. Celebrities shouldn’t take law for granted.” At the same time, there’s no denying the fact that smaller issues are blown out of proportion when they concern popular names. Sudhanshu Pandey from the fraternity, however, feels that fame comes with a lot of responsibility. “When you are a celeb, think before you leap. People follow you and you have to behave with dignity, so that you can set examples for others to follow.” Although PDA is a very subjective issue, people do feel acts of obscenity should be dealt with strictly. Latika Sharma, a private bank employee, says, “The idea is to discourage youngsters from blindly emulating the Western culture. PDA is fine as long as it’s a peck on the cheek or a hug but don’t we all know where the limits are crossed.” Yes we all know it! ashima@tribunemail.com
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Hair stylist Jawed Habib shares notes on hair yoga, latest trends & much more
Just when the coinage ‘hair yoga’ had us exploring all sorts of possibilities, the moral of the story is - “Yoga means lifestyle, hair yoga too is all about lifestyle. There are no complicated asana involved.” Jawed Habib uncorks the tried and tested wine from a spanking new bottle. In the city to talk about “hair yoga” and summer haircare tips, he is at his conversational best, tending to the everyday scalp problems while giving a demo haircut at Jawed Habib’s Centre—35. With each snip, comes a haircare tip. “If your hair is healthy, they will certainly shine…layers give volume to your hair…her hair is thick, so what we’ll do is…” Continuing with the basics, a daily wash and a few glasses of water are what he strongly recommends. “If your hair are clean, you’ll never lose them. Dandruff is like poison for your hair. Wash your hair regularly. What is dandruff? It’s grease, pollution and grime in your hair.” Did someone say helmet is the culprit? He laughs, “That’s why all our cricketers are balding, since they wear a helmet…since it’s indispensable to safety and we all must wear it, I’d suggest wear a hanky before you put on the helmet.” Hair grooming is an industry now. And does he have grand plans for his profession? “Hair cutting is no more about barbership. It’s a profession now.“ He adds, “Our company’s going to be listed soon, making us the first hairdresser company in the world to be listed. We’ve filed in the papers.” Post his outlets in tier-three cities like Pathankot and Jalandhar, further expansion is on. “Wherever there are hair, I’ll be there.” Meanwhile, he points at someone’s shoulder length hair from the audience, “You have such long hair.” Perhaps, it’s time to go short with crops. “I know in this part of the region we love length and don’t really experiment much with length…among hair colouring, we do maximum hair colouring in the Punjab region.” As for hair yoga, remember, “It means hasso and mast raho,” he winds up. Point noted. manpriya@tribunemail.com
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Style Bhai
A journalist once asked Steve Jobs (the successful Apple guy) — what is the secret drug that kept him going? Steve smiled and scribbled something on a piece of paper and passed it to the journalist. It said- ‘Creativity is a drug that I cannot live without. Do you know someone who supplies it?” Back at INIFD, Sector-8, we heard someone ask the same question to Ashley Rebello, the designer who made Chulbul Pandey (Salman Khan) look an adorable cop — How do you manage to create so many different looks for the same kind of people? “I have been prescribed to pop in a pill everyday. It’s called creative drug,” he smiles without batting an eyelid. Well, this is the only way you can understand the different looks on Sallu bhai in Dabangg, Bigg Boss and now in Ready. Creativity is the only reason that made sexy Pamela Anderson look sexier in a sari designed by Ashley for Bigg Boss, and it is the same creative juice mixed in his blood that made Jo Jeeta Wahi Sikander looks like one fairy tale. Conducting an exclusive fashion workshop for INIFDians, he finds himself being bombarded with queries on Chulbul Pandey’s different look. He takes up all of them, readily! “Salman was playing a small town cop on Dabangg, so we suggested fitted trousers and shirts for him, which went down really well. We did a trial with Salman and Sonakshi (Yes, you can’t take chances with Sallu!), it clicked,” shares Ashley. All right, with the industry guys and gals focusing majorly on their screen look, styling seems to be a sort-after thing. “It is a part of the industry now. I still like to be creative in it. I don’t just pick stuff from the market and give it to the actors. I let my creative mind work on it, ” he adds, making it clear that he believes in giving a new look to every actor he works with. And how? “I visualise them in clothes I would want to give them, I understand their mind, body type as well as personality. I try to keep it as authentic as the people are,” tells the director who should be credited for pulling Vidya Balan out of the Sabyasachi look. Yes, finally. You will see her in a new look in her upcoming movie as well in other commercials. Before we miss out, put your hands together for Ashley, the designer made Pamela Anderson look hot in a sari on Bigg Boss. He laughs, “I got Pamela to wear a sari and man she carried the garment fabulously,” adds Ashley who would want to style and design for Kareena Kapoor in an epic film. As of now, he is designing for the forthcoming movies Ready, Bodygaurd and Double Dhamaal staring Sanjay Dutt & Mallika Sherawat. jasmine@tribunemail.com
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Imagine’s Pardes Mein Mila Koi Apna has high drama coming up after the romantic scenes last week. Albela (Navin) who is out of jail will think Sarje (Kapil Nirmal) is dating Niru (Bhavna Khatri) and will forcibly take her to a temple to get married. Albela thinks this is the best form of revenge against Sarje. Chandu (Arjun Bijlani) and Sarje land at the temple to save Niru and in a fight with Albela, Chandu gets shot.
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After multiple leads and actors in Sony’s new detective drama series Surya-The Super Cop, now a new face joins the gang. Naman Shaw will feature in an episodic of the show produced by Fireworks Productions. Naman will be seen playing a double role in a very gripping story, which has been shot extremely well. As this is the first time Naman is doing a double role, he is mighty excited. Naman Shaw earlier played an intense role in Imagine’s Rakt Sambandh.
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Hot Song!
The song Character Dheela Hai from Ready is making waves and how! Salman Khan has played heroes from the decades. We have to admit that Zarine Khan looks quite stunning in the song. Neeraj Shridhar and Sallu have another hit on their hands! The music launch is being held today. Wanted and Dabangg are not films to aspire to but Salman makes anything work! |
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Katrina Kaif has to outdo her jawani! Aditya Chopra wants her to do a sizzling or classy item number in Mere Brother Ki Dulhan, since item numbers are the flavour of the season.
The concept is still being decided and the film will release in September.
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Katrina Kaif and Salman Khan will star in Kabir Khan’s next project for YRF. After speculation about Deepika and Priyanka doing the film, Katrina has been confirmed as the heroine. Salman and Kat ironed out their differences and they are very good friends.
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Anushka Sharma has replaced Deepika Padukone in Ayan Mukerji’s next film with Ranbir Kapoor. After a lot of speculation, she has been confirmed to star opposite Ranbir for the first time. Ayan and Ranbir made the acclaimed Wake Up Sid! in the past.
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Kalki Koechlin and Anurag Kashyap will get married on April 30 in Ooty. Kalki’s parents have a farmhouse there. The couple has flown to the location already. It will be a private affair with just about 40 guests. Many congratulations to them!
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Preity Zinta finally has a film role she can talk about. She will be seen in the role of gangster (never played one before) in Tigmanshu Dhulia’s next film titled Jai Ramji.
Arjun Rampal, Randeep Hooda, and Irrfan Khan make the rest of the cast.
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Asha not amused by new Dum Maaro…
When asked about her opinion on the remix of Dum Maaro Dum, a song, which she sang 40 years ago, she replied, “I believe that once a song is made, it should not be remade. RD Burman’s songs are more than 40 years old but they are superhits even today. All those golden songs should not be touched to be recreated. It is a crime to touch those songs. There is a saying that even God would not stand on certain ground but the dumb person would stand there with his slippers on because he does not know the value of that zameen. What can I say to people to touch RD’s songs? I do not know what to say and I do not want to say anything. Good for the people who remix those golden songs. People will remember what is good and what is bad will be forgotten.” The legendary singer is making her debut in a movie called Maaee. She said, “I do not want to rehearse anything for the movie. I do not have to dance. I will sing for myself and I will be myself. I do not really want to act and show people something that I am not. I have never wanted to be an actress because I do not think I have a star quality or presence.” When asked about her favourite actresses she said, “Today’s actresses are good at what they do. I think Madhubala reflected God’s beauty. She was divine. I remember sitting open-mouthed whenever I used to meet her. I wondered that how could somebody be so pure and beautiful. After her, Hema Malini is somebody whom I find divinely beautiful. I remember once she was dressed as a goddess and I actually folded my hands in front of her because she looked like an actual goddess.” —HRM
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You always to do serious cinema. What attracts you towards those films? No, I have done some commercial cinema too. I accept a role which I think I can play. I AM is a sensitive film and it gives a message. I don’t have the looks or body to be a superstar but I want to be an actor. I want people to know me as an actor and I am happy with what I am. Tell us something about your role. My story is called I AM Omar. I play one of the leads in the story about gays. It’s not about being gay; the film is about being caught being gay. How insulting it can be and how the entire society looks at gay men. My film is about twenty-five minutes long and shows how society and the police reacts to and behaves with gay men. So what’s your take? We cannot change what we are born with. Some are rich, some are poor, some are intelligent, some are not. In the same way, some are straight and some are gay. It is how God has made certain people so we cannot discriminate between God’s products. Thankfully, laws in favour of gays have been passed in India but I do not think the society has accepted gay men completely. How did you like working with Onir? It was fun. I wanted to work with him since a while. He is one of the rarest and most brilliant directors in our industry. He has his own unique way of story-telling. Common audiences may not understand what he wants to say or show but once you start understanding cinema, you will know his genius. Why do we see so little of you these days? Everything doesn’t excite me. I mean every script doesn’t excite me. I take up roles, which I think I can do. Cinema is progressing these days. We see the same old masala movies along with genuinely different movies. How many releases do you have this year? Actually I have six films set to release this year but I am not sure of the dates. I am still shooting for some of them. Kuch Love Jaisa, I AM, Mumbai Chakachak, Bits and Pieces, Click, and Marry Me are set to release this year. Have you signed any new films? Yes, I am also doing a film with Om Puri capturing the nuances of the Hindu-Muslim equation. There’s another project by Varun Malhotra. I would also like to work with Buddha (Buddhadeb Dasgupta) again, if things fall into place. I have signed Laptop with Kaushik Ganguly, which goes on the floors soon. —HRM
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Short story
Making inroads into a girl's daily wardrobe are the shorts. Calling the shots this summer is this dressing item, which spells comfort. Though shorts are not meant for the faint hearted, one need's to be comfortable in their skin to show off their gorgeous legs. Highly popular this season, they incorporate style and comfort at the same time, being a perfect choice for any occasion, which requires casual attire. Style check
Though the market is flooded with shorts you can choose from casual as well as more formal shorts. Casual shorts look stunning and can be worn with flats as well as heels or platforms, but formal one's needs to be worn with high heels only. This kind of shorts can be tight fitting or loose around the body as not all women benefit from the same styles. The length of the shorts as well as the fabric is another choice that you can make. "Though there is a variety to choose from but women can adapt the shorts to the body type and style of the outfit," says an employee at Just Casuals in Sector 9. A new high
It is the high waist shorts that have made a comeback this season and we suggest that you wear it with tops tucked in so you can emphasise their style. These shorts are available at Benetton, Kapsons-17 and Pantaloons. Lending us tips to wear shorts designer Amit Kashyap says, "Though leather is not meant for all, the classic leather shorts help create a sexy yet rebellious look. Wear these leather shorts with cute blouses, T-shirts and opt for heels or flats depending on personal preference." Trendsetters
Though the trendiest ways to wear shorts in 2011 have been presented by the designers on the ramp you can choose your own style from casual, chic or punk. "The casual-chic style shorts can be created out of a variety of fabrics such as linen, canvas and denim. Match it up with a comfortable pair of shoes and a blouse, a shirt or a T-shirt and you will most definitely look fabulously chic. For the punk look choose a tighter fit. Studded these shorts come dip-dyed and ripped. You can wear them with cool tops, tanks and even T-shirts," says designer Deepika Gehani. Last but the most talked about shorts are the formal ones. Latest trendsetters they are made out of tweed and have a simple and elegant look. These shorts have matching blazers with it and this gives it a formal style (we may add they are not meant for our city), but fashion knows no boundary. |
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It’s rocking More than an ode to yesteryears actors, Raj Kapoor, Dilip Kumar, Dharmendra… the song looks like highlighting the concerns of Salman Khan. Character Dheela couldn't have had a better face than that of Dabanng Salman Khan. His partner in the song Zarine Khan is a welcome change of her overweight version that was seen in Veer. Both are looking great in the song that has already created the much-needed hype for the Salman Khan-Asin starrer, Ready. Ready to go
Character Dheela was the much-awaited song of the year and now when it has hit the screen; I think it will soon surpass the popularity of 'Munni' or 'Sheila'. He has, as always, danced in his signature style. Zarine Khan is a pleasant surprise in the video, although her skimpy golden dress is doing more of the talking than her expression-less face! — Supriya
Batish, a private firm employee What an idea!
Salman is looking sexy in the yesteryears actors' famous roles. He looks the best in the Raj Kapoor avatar with a moustache. The concept of choreography is fresh, which makes the video really interesting. The music is very catchy and it doesn't take much attention to register the track. The Anarkali and Salim act is adorable. — Jeevan Kaur, lecturer Past perfect
Be it his towel act in the Jeene ke hain char din or the No Entry title track, Salman does his typical moves that people love. The wacky lyrics and title of the track goes well with the choreography of the song. — Arush Singh,
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Fashion blues
Long before a fashion show begins, a team of hairstylists and makeup artists is on the job, meeting designers, attending fitting sessions and working on dummies, says Ambika Pillai. But the celebrity hairstylist rues that people backstage don't get their due.
"For a show, our team consists of 18 to 20 skilled staff members. I get my list of designers two weeks before a fashion week. Fittings start five days before the show," Pillai, a native of Kerala who has been in the hairstyling and makeup business for 11 years, said. "I make sure I attend all fitting sessions because I get to see clothes, discuss the concept with designers and freeze a look for the show. If it's complicated to finalise a look, I invite designers at my salon and work on a model or a dummy to get the right look," she said. But she admits that people backstage don't get recognition. "It is not just makeup teams that don't get credit; there are so many people backstage that put in 100 per cent for the shows, but never get attention. Like they say, the show must go on and we strive to have a good week without anything going amiss," said Pillai, who has been part of the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week for years. "Fashion week is all about designers' creativity where they present their collection to the buyers. When I create something in terms of look, then I always get calls from the press for information," she added. Talking about the payment at fashion weeks, she said: "Make up teams charge Rs 3,500 per face, tax is not included. The Fashion Design Council Council of India (FDCI) fixes rates with us in advance and we all sign contracts." Normally five-day fashion weeks have seven shows per day and one show has about 20 models. Pillai, who is in her mid 40s, says her team earns about Rs 3,50,000 that the members distribute among themselves. —IANS |
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Excessive computer use among adolescents can spur multiple-risk behaviour (MRB) like drug use, drunkenness and unprotected sex. "Since adolescents are exposed to considerable screen time — over 4.5 hours on average each day, they're constantly seeing images of behaviours they can potentially adopt," explains Valerie Carson, who led new research in this regard. "TV and video games have more established protocols in terms of censorship, but Internet protocols aren't as established," adds Carson, doctoral candidate in School of Kinesiology and Health Studies, reports the Journal of Preventative Medicine. "Parents can make use of programmes that control access to Internet, but adolescents these days are quite savvy about technology and the Internet. It's possible that these types of controls aren't effective in blocking all undesirable websites," says Carson. Researchers found that high computer use was associated with approximately 50 percent increased engagement with a cluster of six MRBs, including smoking, drunkenness, non-use of seat-belts, cannabis and illicit drug use, and unprotected sex, according to a Kinesiology School statement. One explanation behind this finding is that a considerable amount of advertising that used to be shown on TV is now being shown on the Internet. In addition, computer usage by adolescents has increased considerably in recent years. — IANS
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Trend Setter Modern generation may know haute couture. Yet we have many with their own sense of style, which is trendy yet suave. Standing 6'ft 2'' tall Rishab Oswal comes across as a very sophisticated 19-year-old. Pursuing management studies at the University of Nottingham, Rishab shares his thoughts with us … Your sense of style is…..
For me it is essential that the attire suits you. If it does not sit comfortably on the wearer, it is not trendy. One should not follow celebrities. The latest addition to your treasure of clothing or accessories…
My glares from Chrome Hearts. I feel I look stylish in them. Brand
crazy or street pick-ups?
Mostly brands and my favourites are Paul and Shark, Hugo
Boss, Versace and Salvatore Ferragamo. Choose a look-chic, sporty or glamorous ….
Glamorous it should be, I think 'chic' is for girls. My style icon would be…….
You would be surprised but I do find Dino has a good sense of style. Who is the worst dressed celebrity?
Has to be Vidya Balan, I don't understand her dressing sense. On fashion trend that goes beyond your comprehension…..
Braided hair and piercing of various parts of the face some how does not gel with me. Your take on accessories?
Accessories are very important and they should be more classy than the clothes. What boosts your confidence?
Accomplishments, especially when I attend to my family business. (As told to
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GET PHYSICAL
Given below are some exercises to get you started. Bicep curl
Stand upright, or sit on a chair (whichever you find most comfortable) with your feet shoulder width apart.
Push-ups
Bench dips
A dip is a compound, push-type exercise.
Tricep kickbacks
This exercise requires perfect form to be effective.
Pahwa is a Ludhiana-based fitness expert (As told to Poonam Bindra) |
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Sreejita starts her film innings
Sreejita De, popularly known as Ash of Miley Jab Hum Tum, will soon be seen on the big screen, in Yashraj’s next Luv Ka The End. Unlike her role in the show where she played a tomboy, Sreejita will be seen in a stylish look in the film. We catch up with the pretty actress as she speaks about the film and her expectations from it as well as discusses her last TV show Miley Jab Hum Tum. Tell us about your role in Luv Ka The End?
I play Sonia, a high headed girl with loads of attitude. She is the kind of girl who knows the price of Bobbi Brown and MAC makeup kits but is completely clueless when asked about the Prime Minister of India. I am bestfriends with Rhea (Shraddha Kapoor). I am not allowed to reveal anything more about my role. How was it shooting with co-stars of the film? It was great and we never felt like we were shooting. We were a bunch of young actors, so everyday was like a party. Even Bumpy, the director is young and friendly so the shoot was super fun. Any memorable incident on the sets? There is one gesture of Shraddha Kapoor that I can never forget. She had forgotten to bring her contact lens solution to the sets and asked for my help. I gave her my solution and forgot about it. The next day, I was surprised when Shraddha presented me with a gift as a thank you gesture. It was so unexpected but memorable. Tell us about the song Freak Out? Yes, it is for the first time that a Bollywood song has been shot using stop motion technique. It was exciting when the team explained that breaking down the frames to make the picturisation interesting. But it was very tiring, as we had to change our T-shirts every few seconds and we also had to remember our body posture in the last frame for continuity. How similar or different is Sonia from Ash of Miley Jab Hum Tum? Sonia is completely different from Ash. Ash was a tomboy who was arrogant bossy and edgy. Sonia is girly and balanced. She tries to avoid getting into fights, unlike Ash. What do you miss about Miley Jab Hum Tum? I miss everything about the show. I had to leave the show when it was nearing its end because I had bagged Luv Ka The End but I still miss the whole team. I have no regrets as I made a new group of friends while shooting for Luv Ka The End and the Yashraj Films team treated us very well. Are you open to TV serials or do you want to concentrate on films? As an actor, I am open to all mediums of entertainment, including theatre. I do have high expectations from the film and I am hoping to make a mark in Bollywood. Which are your favourite college/youth-oriented films? I like Main Hoon Na and F.A.L.T.U. but my all time favourite film is Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar. It is the best romantic film based on college life till date.
—HRM Amit Tandon’s a doting dad
Ragini on Facebook
Anyone who has worked with Rashmi Desai in STAR Plus’ Comedy Ka Mahamuqqabla will vouch for the fact that she is more interested in her phone than work. She keeps co-participants waiting and causes delays as she coos into her phone. The shoot gets disrupted and delayed as Rashmi refuses to control her cell phone obsession. Now, we know whom she is busy chatting with but have mercy on the others. Aditya in Balaji camp
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astro turf
ARIES: A day of mixed luck. Students: expect extra pocket money. Patience pays. Lovers: avoid meeting today. Study, travel and cultural projects are satisfying. You work hard. Be aware of your personal boundaries and take care of yourself. Do your own thing. Tarot message: Don’t try to end all the deadlocks at once. Lucky
colour: Ebony. Magic number: 25
TAURUS: You find the day tiring. Businessmen: don’t make any important moves. New romance likely. Don’t rely on someone else to achieve your goals. Positive turn in legal matters. A need to relax. Tarot message: Do not let trivial problems bother you. Lucky
colour: Deep Red. Magic number: 28 GEMINI:Don’t speculate. A relative is unpredictable. Set your priorities. Surprises in store. Balance between work and pleasure. Take a lunch a break and forget the million and one things you have to do. Just enjoy the food, the company and your environment. Tarot message: Capitalise on your strength and do not trust others. Lucky
colour: Forest green. Magic number: 32. CANCER: Complete unfinished work. Businessmen: start new ventures. Your health could worry you. Interest in alternative lifestyles and travel to interesting places may give you the impetus to attend a festival or alternative workshop in personal development. Tarot message: Don’t compromise on health. Time will heal all wounds. LEO: A sudden improvement in your fortune indicated. Workmates may be aggressive. Emotional disturbance and sweeping changes likely. You meet people who have a different take on your situation. A positive time for business partnerships. Study of mystical traditions or a spiritual path appeals to you. Tarot message: Lack of persistence can be disastrous in business. Lucky colour: White. Magic number: 47. VIRGO: Cut expenditure on groceries. New attractions are likely to be serious. Don’t hold back from your boss. Sportsmen: focus on exercise & diet. Talk to your counsellor before confronting before your partner over joint resources. You gain a different perspective to find forgiveness and understanding. Tarot message: Don’t waste an opportunity. Lucky
colour: Turquoise. Magic number: 44. LIBRA: Check all figures related to jointly held funds. Women: don’t go in for idle gossip. Your friends support you. A new project can get the go-ahead. A romantic and passionate attraction may be dangerous. Balance your heart and mind. A female colleague could push your buttons. Be tactful. Tarot message: Keep your eyes on the future. Lucky
colour: Fiery red. Magic number: 28. SCORPIO: Bad day for speculation. Chose your company wisely. Pace yourself, since your energy levels can be low. Meditate to dispel negative emotions coming from external sources. Try to get an early night. Tarot message: Don’t do anything at the cost of health. Time will heal all pains and wounds. Lucky
colour: Lotus Pink. Magic number: 33. SAGITTARIUS: Get all of your affairs in order. Do not append carelessly. Do not delegate responsibility. See your dentist. Problems can be resolved without any major stress from you. Travel, eat and study for personal and spiritual growth. Tarot message: Be positive; make things happen out of the most unlikely circumstances. Lucky colour: Peacock blue. Magic Number: 36. CAPRICORN: Good day to negotiate contracts. Seek publicity for business plans. Stars favour import/export. You get chance to relax this evening. Women: beware of deception. You may feel restricted by your family circumstances or your partner’s expectations. Be honest and face up to your own truth. Tarot message: Don’t spend extravagantly. Be Lucky
colour: Silver grey. Magic number: 54. AQUARIUS: ‘The Magician’ stands for good health. Useful day to make long-term plans. Do not drink. Your energy levels are high. A wealth of opportunity keeps you busy. Entertainment and celebrations use your talents in decoration and social
organisation. Some might be busy packing for a journey. Tarot message: Meet experienced people. Lucky
colour: Crimson. Magic number: 37. PISCES: The Queen of Swords reveals serious new love attractions. Life at home is easy. Businessmen: spend time with your loved ones. A positive self-image cheers you. Work on your self-esteem. Stick to your budget while shopping for a gift. Tarot message: Be positive; you can make things happen out of the most unlikely circumstances. Lucky colour: Brown. Magic number: 56. |
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the year ahead If your birthday is April 27...
A new chapter of life opens today. The sky is the limit. Maximise your potential. You get back the money loaned by you a long time back. The person may have an ulterior motive. Be vigilant and don’t repeat mistakes. Luck favours on the financial front. It is also the beginning of a hectic phase of life. There is harmony on the home front. Plan financially for long-term gains. Review stocks and shares. Make new connections on the Internet. During festive season invest in real estate. The day of Akshay Treetiya (May 6-Friday) will prove beneficial for investment in silver. Love Breakups Zindagi, Happy New Year, The Legend of Rama will bring him on par with his cousin Fardeen Khan (son of late Feroze Khan) in 2012 say his stars. |
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Asha Bhonsle is more than seventy-years-old but she is going to make her film debut with Maaee. She talks about singing, acting, and her favourite actresses.
ollywood actor Rahul Bose has always done something different as he loves to experiment with his roles. And this time we will be seeing him in Onir’s film I AM. His story has a significant gay element to it. Bose says he signed the film because he was touched by the script’s honesty.
pert butt, dashboard abs, toned legs are the body parts that make you look hot.
Amit Tandon loves his wife Ruby a lot and he proved his love for her time and again. When Ruby was pregnant, he would be making sure she was well taken care of. Now ever since his darling daughter Jia came into the world, he is always by her side and helping his wife handle household tasks, the baby and her work too. Amit has worked out a schedule wherein he stays home when Ruby can’t and
viceversa. Cho Chweet!
Ragini Khanna sure is riding high on the success of her show Sasuraal Genda Phool. Though rumours are that owing to falling TRPs the show has been asked to pull up their socks, but the fan following of the talented actor continues to rise. Recently when she joined Facebook after numerous requests from her fans, this is what she posted, “hi guys. Thanks 4 all the luv n support. I hope u guys r enjoyin SGP. I keep readin all the lovely posts u guys send. They r truly adorable n motivating. I really appreciate all the gud intentions u all put in keeping me alive in the forums n posts. thanx a tonne u guys r absolute sweethearts. Keep blessin me. Will always try my level best to never let u all down cheers. god bless
ragini.”
Rashmi Desai’s phone antics
Aditya
Redijj, aka Raghav of Na Aana Iss Des Laado has been conspicuous by his absence on the tube. The actor quit the serial after it took an 18-year leap. Things seem to be working out again for the actor who has most likely bagged Ekta Kapoor’s new untitled serial. Details about the channel and story are kept under wraps. Aditya was also approached to take part in the desi version of the Survivor. But he is unwilling to talk about either project for now.
Zayed Khan (April 27, 1980) made his debut in a film Chura Liya Hai Tumne opposite Esha Deol and won the Zee Cine Award for best Male debut. The biggest success of his career was the blockbuster Main Hoon Na. He then starred as a cop in action film Dus along with Sanjay Dutt, Sunil
Shetty, Shilpa Shetty and Abhishek Bachchan. His first film of 2008, Mission Istanbul, co-starring Vivek Oberoi could not impress.