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All in a NAME
When Shanti Swaroop became narcissuscallicantzaros, not that it became a cause for concern but it became a reason to pause, reflect and ponder. Actually real names never suited a rapper’s personality and profession." There are brand new reasons. "It can’t be an easy name for a lot of reasons. People find it easier to register anything new and out-of-the-box. Secondly, many of us promote our music through the Internet. We want that whenever they type our names on Google, only our names and music should open. So that there’s no duplication and confusion," shrugs Narci, aka Shanti Swaroop, Bsc student, and part of the rap crew United Cloudz. He adds, "Any new person finds it a little odd but this name’s actually inspired from a character in the Greek mythology. He had a curse that beauty would be the cause of his death." Did he say curse? That brings us to a certain Dr Curse, a B.Tech student from the city, from the crew Rap Rehab, which means, "all the rap addicts are welcome to the rap club." The invitation is understandable, for a name of the band and so are the songs. Shares Dipesh Kumar, city student and crew member Rap Rehab, "One of our songs name is Mishty Sizzle, which is about the girl I loved the most. The second one is titled ‘Back from the Hibernation’. The song titles are theme-based and depend on the lyrics." As far as the individual names, he’s rechristened 7D. Seven dimensional, perhaps! "It stands for the seventh defaulter because way back in school we had a band named Defaulters and I was the seventh one to join. Also, the first alphabet of my name is D." Then there’s the age old theory of "grabbing attention" and "being remembered." On a recent trip to Chandigarh, a pair of DJ’s (never mind the real names) would rather be called with their stage names ‘Rich and B**** as, "It’s fun to see people react to our on stage names." Opines Sachin Gahlan, student musician, "I kept the name Dr Curse because whoever tries to trouble me, I always act like a curse for him or her; each attack of theirs is reversed. As for my friends, they call me DC." More than the names, it’s the reasons getting weirder by the day. Any update on what the musicians are up to? We guess there must be a somewhat similar story behind Mayank becoming Diabolos. Take another. Shrugs Amit Rana, or D Hades, from ‘Bringing Rap Souls Back’, "We have not yet officially recorded our songs, haven’t performed around much and are relatively unseen. D Hades literally means unseen." Shares Anurag Rungta, Class XII student, "When we keep our band names, we have to go by what the group decides. It’s only with our individual stage names that there’s complete freedom and liberty." As far as his name is concerned, it’s pretty unprintable! He laughs, "For instance, if someone were to announce on stage Anurag, that wouldn’t carry the required punch. If someone were to announce Andy that’s better and twist that to something freaky, people remember!" manpriya@tribunemail.com
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Director prepares
Abhishek Verma is a 21-year-old bubbling with fresh ideas. A DJ, known as Dj AaBi in Chandigarh circuits, voice recorder for CBSC’s online programmes, amateur actor, documentary-maker and a web designing student, his hands are full! A graduate in media and film technology, the latest feather in his cap is acting in Shahid Kapoor-starrer Mausam. "I was working with Mausam’s production team, when I got a chance to act," says Abhishek. He plays an NRI and shot a few scenes with Shahid Kapoor around Kharar and Nabha. The experience has left him richer and with a sense of direction in life. "Acting wasn’t difficult but the way crowds gathered even for the smallest of the scene to see Shahid was intimidating," shares Abhishek. It was on the sets only, that he found his role model. "I was captivated by Pankaj Kapoor, who’s directing Mausam. How he would describe, guide and shoot a scene was phenomenal. I guess it is in direction that my calling lies in," says this ‘dreamy-eyed’ guy. With a documentary to his credit Zindagi Kisi Ki, apart from movies, Abhishek is inclined towards music as well and looks up to DJ Vishal from Studio 91 whom he assists off and on. "He has association with all famous artistes from Bohemia to Hard Kaur. We have just done Bally Sagoo’s album," exclaims Abhishek. Everything else apart, its higher education and direction that this DJ is aiming at, "I am doing a course in web designing as of now. But my heart says that its film direction that I want to do for the rest of my life," he smiles! mona@tribunemail.com
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Thrills and frills
Starring: Emraan Hashmi, Jacqueline Fernandez, Prashant Narayanan, Sudhanshu Pandey, Sandeep Sikand. Gripping story
"The experiment with the star cast has worked well. No doubt the movie is high on adult content, but the story is gripping."
Ajit Grewal, student, Punjab Engineering College. Surprise element
"The movie kept me on the edge of my seat all the time. The revelations of the serial killer come as a jolt, unexpected but pretty good." Poonam Sharma, homemaker. Music score
"I feel the story stagnated towards the second half.
I feel that the prequel, the music score is so much better than the screenplay." Yash Arora, student. High on histrionics
"The performances are fabulous. Three cheers for the movie." Smaira Saini, IT professional. (complied by Vasudha Gupta)
Chillar Party is a about a gang of innocent children who lead a carefree life. Soon Fatka & Bheedu come into their lives and they become an inseparable part of the Chillar Party. Times get difficult when Bheedu’s life is endangered due to a mean politician. Together they fight the big bad world of politics. Starring: Irrfan Khan, Sanath Menon, Rohan Grover, Naman Jain, Aarav Khanna, Vishesh Tiwari, Chinmai Chandranshuh and Ranbir Kapoor (item number). Kids’ fare
"It’s a movie only meant for the kids. No element to attract a large audience base." Nibha Malhotra, bank employee Good comedy
"The comedy is just too good; I just loved watching Ranbir Kapoor in the song." Sahira, student, Carmel Convent School Refined act
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Re-treat in the jungle!
Jasmine Singh How nice it would be to find yourself surrounded by a dark forest, with a warm light breaking through the thickness! How nice it would be to be one with the sounds of birds, of wind criss-crossing through the tall trees…if you feel enticed, and yet refrained because planning a visit to such a place will require filing leave application in the office, then here is a simple solution called Siswan Jungle Lodge, Chandigarh-Siswan Dam road, village Nawanagar. A bang 23kms from the landmark PGI (Post Graduate Institute of India), and 21 kms from Mullanpur border, Siswan Jungle Lodge is a place tucked away in nature. An endeavour of Sanjay Sethi, who started the project of converting a one-room accommodation on his property into a lodge, the only thing that still pulls him to this place is the serenity and a ‘being-with-yourself’ experience that it offers. “From Siswan Dam to the lodge is forest cover, so the entire drive to this place is picturesque. In 2006, when I started this project, there used to be only a forest trail, where I used to drive my Scorpio. Now, you can drive up to Siswan Jungle Lodge,” he says. A walk through nature takes you to the lodge, created for people to relax and enjoy the ambience. The Siswan Lodge is tastefully done with eight rooms packed in luxury and comfort. If by luxury you mean television sets, well the place doesn’t have that! After repeated requests there is now a plan to install TV sets, but you wouldn’t want to switch one even if you were provided one in the rooms! From the ‘well-done-up’ rooms to walking through the meandering trails…it is here you would love to run through the jungle, with wind in your hair and sand at your feet! If you haven’t seen village life, it is through the trails that you would come across a chirpy village. Puff your lungs with pure oxygen. If the walk gets tiring, hop on the mountain bikes and see the place. Better still, chose a lazy corner for yourself; grab a book from the library at the lodge and flip through the pages. If while reading you are interrupted by the beautiful sound of chirping birds you haven’t seen before, don’t be startled. Siswan Jungle Lodge is a place where almost 45 species of birds have been sighted. It is at this place that you can see a superb view of the dense forest that surrounds the dam. Once you have soaked the nature, it is time to satisfy your appetite. The Jungle café with its open view offers exquisite Indian, Continental and Chinese food. With a cup of hot coffee in one hand and an eye on the nature around... Siswan Jungle Lodge is surely a blissful experience! jasmine@tribunemail.com
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Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan today said that issues between his daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai-Bachchan and producer of the film Heroine have been sorted out. Earlier this week, director Madhur Bhandarkar had said on his blog that he was in a shock after his ambitious project, Heroine, had to be canned following the news of Aishwarya’s pregnancy. Bhandarkar had said he was depressed for weeks as Heroine was his most ambitious project to the date. “This is a matter between the producer and Aishwarya, and I cannot comment on it,” Bachchan, who was here for the promotion of his new film Buddha Hoga Tera Baap, said, when asked for a comment. “When I was asked (previously) what I have to say, I had said that they (Aishwarya and Bhandarkar) would sort it out, and in fact they have sorted it out,” he said. “(Despite this) if some person expresses his feelings about it he has the right to do it. And then others will also express their feelings on the issue and this way whatever is the truth, will come out,” Bachchan said. — PTI
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Actress Emma Watson says that little children sometimes get scared of her as they think that she has the powers of her Harry Potter alter-ego and is going to cast a spell on them. Watson is seen Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter franchise since the age of 10 and in the film she often uses her quick wit and encyclopaedic knowledge to help her close friend. "Some little children are sometimes scared of me because they think I can do a spell, and that I really am magic in real life. And I've always found that really funny, and I try and kind of say, 'I won't do anything to you. It's OK'," says the 21-year-old. "Sometimes you can't convince them, because they believe in it. They really believe in it. They really think that I'm Hermione in real life, which I love. It's funny," she added. — IANS
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Portman, Benjamin name their son Alef
Reports claim that the couple have named their first child, born last month, after the first letter in the Hebrew alphabet. They have decided that their son will adopt both their last names, with the surname Portman-Millepied.
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Former couple Justin Timberlake and Jessica Beil is reportedly giving their relationship another chance. "Timberlake, 30, and Biel, 29, are quietly seeing each other again", according to a source. "They have been talking the whole time and decided to give it another shot. Jessica really wanted to get back together with him and Justin realised single life is not what it's cracked up to be," the source added. But another insider said reconciliation won't be easy, adding, "They're just spending time together and taking things slowly". — IANS
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Hollywood actor Will Smith's pop star daughter Willow has been named an American fashion icon -- by designer Derek Lam. The 10-year-old hitmaker's bold and colourful wardrobe choices impressed the California-based designer, who has chosen Willow Smith as his top pick for Vogue magazine. "Naturally talented, charismatic, unblemished optimism, with the whole wide world open to her possibilities and abilities. I think she is the future-forward American icon," says Lam . Also, in the list are Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen, actresses Michelle Williams and Cate Blanchett, model-filmmaker Christy Turlington and US First Lady Michelle Obama. — IANS
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An American action-adventure and mystery family film, for the first time brings an advanced 4D Aroma Experience to its viewers, Spy Kids : All the Time in the World in 4D Aroma Scope is an exciting product from the stable of Dimension Films and Troublemaker Studios, is all set to hit the Worldwide Cinema on August 19' 2011. The Theatrical release in India will be on the same date as US and UK. The film opens in 2D and 3D theatres Nationwide in the Original English language version and dubbed in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu languages. In this new adventure of 4D, audiences will have eight special opportunities throughout the movie to access the action interactively through smell. The introduction of scent in the movie going to add the outrageous fun by enhancing the action, adventure and comedy to take the audiences where no film has gone before. With each individual admission ticket, kids and parents will also receive an Aroma Scope card that is free of charge with easy to read numbers outlined. As the numbers flash on the movie screen the audience will rub the corresponding number on their card. When each of the 8 aromas is unleashed, audiences will get to experience a special moment in the film and be transported into scenes in the family adventure film. This family adventurous film is written, directed and produced by Robert Rodriguez and the music is given By Carl Theil which has enhanced the experience by way of special effects. — TNS
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Former talk show queen Oprah Winfrey is now set to teach students of her school, which she established in South Africa. Winfrey opened the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for girls in Henley on Klip, south of Johannesburg, in 2007, and she will teach a lesson titled "It's Life 101". "(Teaching) should be fun since I love to teach. And they're like sponges. Like 12th graders everywhere, this first class is both anxious and excited about going to college," she says. "Most will be the first in their family. So it's a very big deal for them, and they're feeling the pressure," she added. — IANS
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Katrina Kaif and Ranbir Kapoor used to date. It was a given that Ranbir would be part of Ayan Mukerji's second film and the heroine had to be finalised. Ayaan wanted Katrina but the role was more likely to go to Deepika or Anushka. However, Katrina has agreed to do the film now.
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Sonal Chauhan made her debut in Jannat in 2008 and didn't do a film until Bbuddah Hoga Terra Baap now. Now, the film has opened new doors for her. She has a three-film deal with Viacom 18 and has been confirmed to star in an action chick-flick. Good for her!
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Puri Jagannadh and the Bachchans will plan a sequel to Bbuddah Hoga Terra Baap in a couple of days. He also wants to make a romantic-action film with Abhishek Bachchan. Also, the DVD of BHTB will feature the item song by Raveena Tandon.
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Manish Malhotra is the Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2011 finale designer. This is the third time he will be showcasing his creations as a finale designer. He will also co-create the Lakme ABSOLUTE long wear make-up line for contemporary Indian women.
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The abiding charm of Srinagar...
"You should not go there; don't you know that people are being killed there every day?" - was the first response of friends when I told them that we would be going to Srinagar for a conference. My father, who is an Army veteran, ridiculed our fears and exhorted us to go in his typical military style - "It is not just the responsibility of the Army to guard the country - all you civilians must do your bit too!" So along with my wife, I set off. The Srinagar airport was a small charming one with lots of Army people around. A short cab ride with a talkative driver and we were at our hotel on the picturesque Dal Lake. The scenery was breathtaking and the weather a pleasant change from the stifling heat of Ludhiana. After a refreshing 'qahwa' tea we were all set. The last time I had been there was in 1986 and nothing seemed to have changed. A shikara ride was a fantastic introduction to the city. Charmingly persuasive shopkeepers in shikaras managed to sell quite a few knick-knacks to the ladies who were very impressed with the wares, which ranged from jewellery to saffron to clothes. Bargaining is the order of the day, we realised very soon, and enjoyed by both the buyer and the seller! Houseboats with outlandish names like Neil Armstrong, Lucifer, Prince of Wales, Queen Elizabeth, Noorjahan dotted the lake. We went inside some and were amazed by the luxurious and reasonably priced accommodation on offer. The Mughal gardens and Chasma Shahi spring - of the times of Shah Jahan and Jehangir - are very well-maintained and have a lot of tourists, quite a few from South India - one wonders why they don't feel cold and look very comfortable in t-shirts even in the snow! A visit to the picturesque Shankaracharya Temple and Awantipur (excavation of early Hindu temple) was stunning. This was followed by the mandatory visit to Gulmarg, which took our breath away. The gondola ride to the top was scary. This is the highest (13,400 ft) cable car in the world! The snow even in summer was heavy and the weather chilly to the bone. Pahalgam, with its lovely gurgling streams, Lidder River, meadows and the adventurous horse ride to Baisaran charmed us. Mixing with the common man was not difficult. Although some cynicism crept into their conversation, I could feel that they were positive that the present impasse would be resolved. Contrary to popular belief, the local ladies were well-educated, bright and articulate. They were not averse to giving their strong and very sensible views on any topic under the sun. The only difference I could make out from their so-called modern big city sisters was they were very modestly dressed - but still looked very pretty! There was no obvious divide among the locals. A number of Sikhs belong to and live in Srinagar. The Sri Krishna Vaishno Dhaba on Mandir Road is frequented by both Hindus and Muslims. We were in for a pleasant surprise in Pahalgam when in a Shiv Mandir (Mamlashewar) - we found a devout Muslim conducting all the rituals. It was a real eye-opener. The police, the Army and the CRPF are in large numbers - but nowhere do they harass the general public. We came away with a sense of awe and a feeling that the artificial divide between Kashmir and the rest of India must end. (Dr Harinder Singh Bedi is an adventurer and an avid trekker from Ludhiana)
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Coffee junction
Poonam Bindra
Having introduced the art of fine coffee drinking to Ludhiana 11 years ago, the good-old "Bakes and Beans" is the twin answer to hard rock café and the Indian Coffee House. The vintage décor has memorabilia of the Eric Clapton era and here, people can be seen sipping coffee while indulging in good-humoured wit, which reminds one of the discussions of litterateurs and politicians of Delhi's Indian Coffee House. Maintaining a typical 'Italian café' type ambience in the heart of Ludhiana, Bakes and Beans is frequented by people of all age groups. "I have fulfilled my own passion by introducing the nuances of coffee drinking here," says Gurlal Grewal, the owner. The menu at B&B quotes a Turkish proverb- 'Coffee should be black as hell, strong as death and sweet as love'. And their own add-on is - "Coffee can be mellow and milky for breakfast, long and cool on a hot summer afternoon and an intense contrast to the after-dinner chocolates." Opine restaurant-owner Javed Grewal and businessman Pranay Sharma, relaxing over Bell Pepper non-vegetarian sandwiches with Americano Plunger Coffee, "It sure is a congenial place to unwind and discuss issues, both trivial and pertinent." Salads too give that healthy and appetizing look and again taking words from the menu card - 'A well-made salad is almost lyrical in it's combination of fresh taste, textures and colours, expressing a particular mood or theme" And that's what dietician Monica Duggal says, "I especially bring my teenaged children here to teach them to relish nutritive and healthy salads." They were seen trying out the Greek pasta salad while we attacked the lemon chicken salad with its crunchy lettuce and springy chicken. With an addition of whopping variety of pizzas, pastas, soups etc, the meal promises to be different yet snacky and wholesome. B&B is also serving 20 types of teas with different flavors and the owner hopes to make it to 80 varieties for the authentic 'Chai Lounge'. A dating couple could be spotted mulling over cold coffee frappe for more than two hours! "This is quite common here," says the manager Ajay. The joint also boasts of a fast-moving bakery with select items. "We especially come here from Phagwara to get our stock of the multi-grain brown breads and of course the brownies," says Shruti Mehra. The manager informs that the fresh bakery products are available only after 9.30 am, as the evening lot is all disposed off and much goes in for the happy hours after 10 pm!
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Being casual
Every person has a sense of style in his own right. Yet there are only few who'd attract the second glance. It could be their tousled hair or torn jeans! Which is why we bring you the "faces in the crowd" of the campuses across the city. Today's face in the crowd is Sahej Abrol, a first year B.Com (Honours) student at GGDSD College, Sector 32, Chandigarh. Your sense of style is… Casual and elegant! I'm biased towards my favourite pair of jeans Latest addition in the wardrobe… Colour! I realised that I could do with some more. So I bought some bright coloured t-shirts. Brand freak or street smart? Street smart! It's very important for me to like what I'm buying. Once that's taken care of, I'm confident I would be able to carry anything off. Choose one look: Sporty, glamorous or chic Sporty Favourite style icon? Roger Federer Who's the worst dressed celebrity around? Lady Gaga, undoubtedly One fashion trend you don't understand… Among women its multi-coloured nail art and in men I fail to fathom shirt with shorts and slippers. Your take on accessories It's very important to choose accessories that complement your dress. If you can't find the perfect match, it's not worth it (As told to Anuradha Shukla)
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Bon voyage!
Travel, discover, grow...is the mantra of the 50 France-bound students and teachers. Gathered at Alliance Francaise-36, for a pre-departure orientation on Friday, this motley group is bound together by one dream - to explore the culturally rich France! Varun Chauhan, an undergraduate from BITS Pilani, has chosen Paris to do his Masters in management. "Paris is the hub of global culture today. It's the positives of their work ethics that I am looking forward to imbibe, along with my formal education," he shares. Natassha Maann is setting off to Grenoble, south-eastern France, for Masters in International Business. "The course is taught by the very best in the business. Even the cultural calendar of Grenoble is pretty active, I am looking forward to this twin-treat," she exclaims. Ashish Khetrapal is going on a cultural exchange programme and looking forward to exploring a career in interpretation and exploration. And happier than these students is Christian Flores, director, Alliance Francaise, "I am glad that this time teachers are also part of the programme." Well, adjusting and adapting to a different culture is a learning experience in itself. mona@tribunemail.com
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Malaika shops around the world
Malaika Arora Khan is known as much for her wicked sense of style and fashion as for her fluid dance moves. She wears what she pleases, shows skin confidently, and looks good. The fashionable yummy mummy of Bollywood talks about fashion and her favourite shopping destinations around the world. Fashion fundas
Fashion to me is whatever I am comfortable with and it should suit me too. I think Kareena Kapoor is the most fashionable person in Bollywood because she looks beautiful in whatever she wears. Los Angeles: It's one of the best places in the world to shop and many Hollywood and Bollywood celebs go there to shop. Some of the most visited shopping destinations in LA are the Grand Central Market, Universal City Walk and Chinatown. London: I love London because of the designer labels you get all the designers based over there. It's a beautiful place to roam around too. I make sure I visit London at least once in two years. New York: I feel New York is a Shopping Paradise. The streets of NYC come alive in the evening buzzing with activity. All 12 months feel like Diwali. Dubai: Dubai is one of the favourite places for shopping. The Dubai Mall is home to about every major brand in the world. One has to visit Dubai during the Dubai Shopping Festival because it's huge and has every brand. India: I shop in India very often because I live here! I love the designers and also stuff off the streets. I am a shopaholic so when I am stressed I go shopping. — HRM |
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Director Prem Soni says that by the time the shooting of Ishq In Paris starts, lead actress Preity Zinta would have got her French absolutely right. He also says that in spite of the costs involved, there was no other city he would have shot the film in. Ishq In Paris, an Indo-French project, is Preity's first production venture and she plays an half-Indian half-French girl who falls in love in one of the most expensive cities in the world to shoot in. "From the start, we were very sure that Preity would get her French absolutely right with the correct accent and pronunciation. We did not want to dub her French dialogues. By the time we start shooting, I am dead sure Preity will know as much French as any native and speak the language fluently enough to pass off as a Frenchwoman," said Soni. He thinks there's something distinctly French about Preity's looks and added: "So many people have commented on how French she looks. I couldn't have cast anyone else in the role." So expensive is Paris to shoot in that Sanjay Gadhvi had to shelve his Katrina Kaif-Imran Khan romance 7 Days In Paris" due to the costs involved. "I'm aware of this. But for Ishq In Paris, it was always Paris or nothing. I couldn't locate this love story anywhere else. I started writing the script two years ago. From the start I was sure it had to be Paris or nothing," says the director who spent his formative years in Spain. Though the director doesn't want to reveal this, there will apparently be two different versions of the film - one for the Indian and the other for the international market. — IANS
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Minissha Lamba has been asked to gain weight on her derriere for her role in Zilla Ghaziabad. The director of the film is Anand Kumar. She says that she plays a village girl in the film about politics, crime, and mafia in UP. She needs to look very sexy and rounded and is working on gaining weight for her role. The film also stars Sanjay Dutt, Vivek Oberoi and Arshad Warsi. — IANS
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Singer Peter Andre says he is not looking to get into any relationship anytime soon because he does not have time to date. After separating from model Katie Price, the singer last dated model Elen Rivas, but their relationship broke down in April due to their hectic careers. "Why should someone put up with only seeing me on my terms? Any girl I see now, I can't see it developing into a relationship. How can it?" he said. "I don't know where I'm at personally at the moment. (I'd like a girlfriend) but it's not practical. I think I'd be asking too much from someone," he added. Andre also revealed he wants to have meaningful relationships with people rather than one-night stands. "I'm happy with work but my personal life is all over the place. I just can't get it right. There's a barrier up. You meet people and then you get intimate before you get to know them but then my barriers go up," he said. "I'm a very private person. But I'm in the sort of state of mind where I'm happy with just having fun."— IANS
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Apple Caipriozka
Vineet Mishra Refreshing Apple flavored Caipriozka!!
45 ml fuel apple vodka 1 tbsp. castor sugar Lime wedges Sprite 4-5 sprig mint leaves Instructions: Muddle mint leaves, castor sugar and lime in a mixing glass. Add 45 ml fuel apple Vodka and ice in a cocktail shaker and shake. Strain the mixture into a tall glass and top with sprite. Garnish with fresh mint sprig. Cocktail Facts: In New Orleans, legend has it Antoine Peychaud served his blend of bitters and brandy in eggcups, known as "coquetiers" to the French-speaking residents. The word later was corrupted to "cock-tay," and finally to cocktail. (Mishra is Director
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Gauahar-Nigaar to do the Kardashian show?
Argumentative actors
Trouble for KBC 5
The forthcoming season of Kaun Banega Crorepati featuring host megastar Amitabh Bachchan began their publicity with some fun promos on TV. While most were cool with a nerdy guy winning and his office bullies ruing, an old man winning and his family repenting their bad behaviour towards them. But one promo which talks about freedom fighter Subhash Chandra Bose's slogan Tum mujhe khoon do, main tumhe azadi doonga used in a funny manner has irked many people. Petitioner Mumbai businessman Mukesh Sharma has filed a PIL claiming the KBC promo is insulting to the historic slogan. In response, the Bombay High Court issued notices to Amitabh Bachchan, Sony TV and the censor board asking for their response on the same. Kavita Kaushik is enjoying her vacation in the US but she has combined business with pleasure too. Kavita shot for a video for the popular group Eve to Adam's song Run Your Mouth. The song also stars Vincent Pastore from hit show The Sopranos and Dann Florek from Law and Order SVU. Eve To Adam is an guitar driven rock band based in NYC. No wonder she can't keep that smile off her face. Sony's Krishnaben Khakhrawala too has jumped on the anti-corruption campaign as in her show she deals with a Food Inspector Mishra who inspects her shop and falsely accuses her of not having a clearance certificate from the food department. Her son Ilesh provides the certificate but a corrupt Mishraji asks for a bribe of Rs.30,000 to give her a clean chit. Krishnaben uses her Krishnagiri mode and gives him fake gold bangles which he happily takes and goes. The grand end
Though channel Imagine might rely on reality shows to bring in good TRPs they haven't had a good run since a while. Swayamvar season 3 too didn't get a great start but it picked up in the last week. Ratan Ka Rishta garnered a GRP of 107 and as per the TAM report, Ratan's Mehendi and Sangeet had garnered 2.3 and 2.8 TVR. Good going. Vivan: The globe trotter
Hot and handsome Vivan Bhatena is an avid traveler. He has just returned from a holiday in Maldives with wife Nikhila. We catch up with the actor as he speaks about his favourite holiday destinations in India and abroad. Serene Goa
In India, Goa has to be on the top of the list, nothing beats the chilled out atmosphere of Goa. The serene beaches and the coastal food are amazing. I am always ready for a holiday in Goa. Vibrant New York
It's the next favorite destination on my list because of its vibrant culture, the superb food and the amazing night life. New York also has the best collection of restaurants in the world. Amazing London
London is another place that I absolutely love. It is fantastic for shopping and has amazing architecture and sometimes great weather too. The city also has the right mix of a fast and slow paced lifestyle. Shoppers' delight Bangkok
It would not be wrong to say that Bangkok is the best shopping destination in the world. It also offers the best of food along with a value for money experience. Gamble at Macau
I love to gamble and Macau which is known as mini Las Vegas is a haven for just that. So now you know why it features on my list of favourite places. Marine Maldives
I enjoyed unwinding and swimming with the coastal fishes and also diving and seeing the marine life in Maldives. It has been the most peaceful holiday ever and I would love to go back there. Adventurous Bali Bali has great seafood. Then there is quad biking, river rafting, and all possible adventure sports that you can think of. One can also shop for relics. Ali Merchant recently made a comeback in Rajan Shahi's Ye Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai on Star Plus and now he has bagged yet another show. He will soon enter Imagine's Looteri Dulhan as the parallel lead. He will play Abhinav's cousin brother Ronit, a fun loving guy who will have a romantic track with Billo (Supriya Kumari). Looks like he is back on track. Now only if he would shed the orange hair he has been sporting off late. |
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Astro turf
ARIES: Gossip in the workplace can cause unexpected problems and upsets. If you work in an area where there are language barriers, be extra careful of misunderstandings. Guard against extreme agitation. Health area can be problematic. Tarot Message: You find within yourself a fountainhead of a will power. Lucky colour: Saffron Magic number: 59
TAURUS: Think wisely before you start spending your extra cash, as there may be a surprise around the next corner that would make a better use of it. Children will be a source of happiness and joy.
Tarot Message: Do not let anyone get the advantage over you. Lucky
colour: Yellow. Magic number: 48 GEMINI: You will enjoy physical love making now and a candle-lit dinner. Now is the time to try your luck in speculative deals. The employed will be burdened with additional responsibility without incentive. Tarot Message: You need to cultivate understanding & humility. Lucky colour: Peach. Magic number: 36 CANCER:Social events will be a positive stimulus for you. At trip out of town might be on the cards and take you away from your lover. Expectant mothers are assured safe delivery. Those in love will have an exciting day. Tarot Message: Resolve conflicts through discussion. Lucky colour: Skin. Magic number: 29 LEO:This is a perfect time to start practicing independence and letting go. Push extra cash into safe scheme. Students: check your account in campus. Circumstances take a turn in your favour. Tarot Message: Keep a close watch on any niggling health problems. Lucky color: Copper.
Magic number: 34 VIRGO: You could be a sucker for glamorous advertising. Think twice before you start spending your cash on a whim. You may meet an interesting person today. Efforts bear fruit. An Aquarian friend is supportive.Tarot Message: Boost your confidence with positive thinking Lucky colour: Maroon.
Magic number: 33 LIBRA: You need to honour yourself first and foremost. Your plans for the day can be change by others. An opportunity to work unsupervised will enhance your performance and lead to promotion. Tarot Message: Wait & watch Impatience will lead to failure. Lucky colour: Blue.
Magic number: 30 SCORPIO: A most tiring day if you have to work. Be willing to change behavior. Women: emotionally you may be feeling rather insecure. Romantic luck will boost your spirits. Tarot Message: Rivalry and competition would push you to do your best.
Lucky colour: Red. Magic number: 44 SAGITTARIUS: Inspiration is kicking around in your brain waves today. So calm your thoughts long enough to it. Health is fine. Expect excellent news concerning finance in the evening. Tarot Message: Cut away the frills and concentrate on what is truly important.
Lucky colour: purple. Magic number: 32 CAPRICORN: Friendly vibes and thoughts of romance bade well for singles in the dating game. You will be in a mood to find fault with people who are dear to you ; curb this habit. Tarot Message: A positive and caring attitude heals old wounds. Lucky Color: Grey.
Magic Number: 46 AQUARIUS: No matter how much you love your partner, do not compromise on what is important to you. Relationships are based on give-and-take, so make sure you go both the ways. Tarot Message: Do what is right and watch your best interests.
Lucky colour: Coffee brown. Magic number: 50 PISCES: A business proposition might appeal to you. Relatives will be sensitive and difficult to get along with. Do not get involved in any land deal. In the evening there is an exchange of ideas with someone who means much to you.
Tarot message: Take limited risks with you capital.Lucky colour: Burgundy Magic number: 63
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The year ahead
If your birthday is July 9...
Your birth on the 9th day of July reflects idealism and humanitarianism in your nature. You become one who can work easily with people because you are broadminded, tolerant and generous. The number 9 denotes mastery over the challenges faced by the numbers preceding it. The number 9 people have an aura made up of all colours. The month of September brings good news always and their lucky day is Monday. Additionally, 1, 5, 6, 9, 18 and 27 are lucky dates for these people. Business: Whether you're looking to build your career right where you are -- transforming your role, title or paycheck for the better -- or looking to move onward and upward, the stars help with the push as July 9 2012 reaches. Don't overlook an unorthodox financial rearrangement. Those who choose to dare at the right moment could win. Education: Try to get over your shyness. If a job is worth doing, it is worth doing well. Family: Emotions may once again go out of control. Friendship: Friends are most helpful but do not lend them money. Health: Be careful, an intimacy with someone may infect you. Love: Sweet talk is your best way to romance in September. Search in matrimony ends by May 2012. Travel: Inland journey will be quite frequent till December. State of Mind: Excited and slightly 'over the top. Compatible Signs: Scorpio, Cancer. Lucky colours: Maroon, Olive. Lucky Days: Sunday and Monday. |
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Murder 2 has been directed by Mohit Suri. Hashmi plays a Goan cop Arjun Bhagwat alongside the ‘hot’ Priya, played by Jacqueline Fernandez. The movie is set in Goa in the backdrop of money, power and lust! With Mahesh Bhatt’s traditional twists thrown in the plot and the music topping the chartbusters, Murder 2 might just be the best thing to be watched this year.
Chillar Party
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Curbing the corrupt
Playing parallel lead
Sangeeta Bijlani (July 9, 1960) actress, former Miss India and model, shares the cake with you. Hathyar was the first film she signed, but tasted real success with Tridev in 1989. After Jurm, Ijjat, Yugandhar, Yodha, Vishnu Deva, she continued acting in films till the mid 90s. She married Mohammad Azharuddin soon after. She also anchored for Doordarshan's popular Sunday morning show Rangoli, acted in a serial Chandni,. She is often seen in party circles but has not acted in any film since 1995.Her birth chart shows two legal marriages.