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Prowess on show
Mahabali Veera, Pagal Parinda and Jwala, contestants in the show When three contestants from Ring Ka King: Wrestling Ka Mahayuddh showed up in Chandigarh to promote the show on Friday, they seemed to have descended from 'another' world! Mahabali Veera in black robe, Jwala with his maniac hair and Pagal Parinda in his blue feathers — they did indeed put up a show! The new sports entertainment reality programme on Colors, Ring Ka King, changed the lives of these three lads from the region. Away from the gruelling shooting schedule, these three were whisked away for the event. They share a slice from their real and onscreen life. Star status Mahabali Veera, 25, weighs 110 kg at a
height of 6'2". The professional body-builder from Chandigarh
couldn't pursue his first love — kabaddi — that his elders earned a
name in, but is trying to make a mark in the ring. Sporting an eagle
tattoo on his enormous biceps, Veera says, "The show has been
extremely challenging, but I am enjoying the training as well as the
fights." Veera has spent considerable time in Chandigarh, but it
was his native village Talwandi Bhai (district Ferozepur) that wore a
deserted look when his first fight was aired on TV! Young &
restless Pagal Parinda, the youngest contestant (age 20, weight 70 kgs,
height 5'7"), in the show, has been a gold medal-winning wrestler
at the national level. Parinda aims to follow in the footsteps of his
uncle Mukesh Kumar, who is a Commonwealth Games gold-medal winner in
wrestling, but at the moment his sole focus is the show. "The show
gives me a great platform and exposure, both with national and
international stars," says Parinda, who is enjoying his 'flying'
act to the hilt. Veggie hunk Jwala (age 26, weight 90 kgs, height
6'11") was busy working as a bodyguard (he is from Zirakpur) when a
call announced his entry into the swanky show. "When I was offered
the show, the first thought that came to my mind was 'Jwala kuch karke
dikhayega' (Jwala will show his might)." A pure vegetarian, Jwala
is a strong contestant in the programme. mona@tribunemail.com
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Brave new world
Some topics have been a taboo for women writers such as travel or sex, but slowly things are changing for the better, says Padma Shri Urvashi Butalia
When known feminist and historian Urvashi Butalia comes to Chandigarh, the furore is expected. The moment she completes her session at Chandigarh Sahitya Akademi's Festival of Letters at the UT Guest House-6, Urvashi is surrounded by not only the media, but also Chandigarh's literati as well as new writers. She takes pouring queries , praises in her stride, moves between her admirers and switches fluently between English and Hindi. Amongst many issues that she touches upon, it is post-Partition literature or its lack thereof that picks up. "There might be many reasons. If language barrier is one, the much entangled lives Hindus, Muslims and Sikhs is another." Putting painful past on paper has not been easy. Even for Urvashi, whose family lived through Partition, "Partition was something so real for me; my parents came to India while my mama and nani were left behind. The stories got reiterated each day at home but even I didn't think of writing on it," says Urvashi. It was the 1984 riots that changed all this. "Though we didn't have visual identity of a Sikh, but our surname 'Butalia' had." The vulnerability that she experienced then made her see the Partition in a new light. Her book The Other Side of Silence remains the seminal book on the topic. Says the writer, "When I approached the survivors of the Partition, they were first reluctant to talk. And, when they opened up, they didn't want to stop. Someone acknowledging the pain they went through was a significant step in the way." Not only was finding and interviewing these people was difficult (one of the women that Urvashi came across in an ashram has taken a vow of silence), but also the final process of writing. "Some of the women didn't want their identity to be revealed for that would have put their families in a tight spot. I was really caught between being true to my work and the people who became part of it," she says. Even some of the works that got published sank without a trace for they were not in English or didn't have the other requisites for being a success. How important is it to have a 'sexy, young' writer on the book cover or in a literary festival for its success? "Not at all, but sadly it happens," she says. Another issue that bothers Urvashi is 'chic-lit'. "It's an insulting term coined by publishers. They don't say lad-lit, then why chic-lit," she questions. Her publishing house is as devoted to the cause of the voice of women as to providing serious literature to youngsters. "I am not too sure if youngsters today read books; I do think they read more on the virtual media," says Urvashi. She carries on the work. New plans, projects are the order of the day at Kali. "We are due to bring out a book by a Christian preacher from Tamil Nadu, who preaches no more, on how sexist the system has been," says Urvashi. She is well-aware that someone will slap a case on them, but the feisty writer is going ahead.
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Make it special
Cichéd as it may sound, but love is in the air as Valentine's Day approaches. And if you are the one who's looking for some quality time together here's what you can do. Spa time
Spa comes as a wonderful gift for Valentine's Day as the couple can have some great time together in a relaxed mood. Spas usually come out with 'couple' packages around this time of the year; so go ahead and seal your deal! Cook together
If your Valentine is the one who's inclined towards cooking, then you might enroll for a Valentine cooking class at Nik Baking and Cooking Institute in Panchkula. They are offering a couple of packages where the couple will be taught to cook an entrée, main course and dessert on their special day. Travel tip
Perhaps you have a favourite destination or place, why not go there? Turn off your phones and just be alone. Ignore the SMSes and everything else that can distract you. Spend time together doing something you both enjoy, for example, walking, horse-riding, reading or else strolling or driving. On a budget
You may not have the necessary funds to spoil your better half, but instead of doing nothing it is time to do something. Here are a few suggestions - breakfast in bed; you still need to eat, so why not make it into an event? A picnic in your backyard or the Botanical Gardens is also ideal. Or steal some moments for romantic movies. For the single
There is no need for you to be listening to Akon's "Lonely". Get together with your single girlfriends, friends or siblings and celebrate love. Parents could also spoil their children, especially the dads - you can dine your daughters! Boys, if you are the son of a single mother do not forget to spoil her too.
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Who will be the boss—SRK or Akshay?
India’s biggest reality show Bigg Boss has gone from strength to strength every year with bigger and better stars hosting it. Now, with rumours about its mega-host Salman Khan being wooed back by the makers of 10 Ka Dum on Sony Entertainment Television, speculation is rife about who will take over as an impacting host for the sixth season of the Colors flagship show.
We asked celebrity publicist Dale Bhagwagar; a specialist with Bigg Boss, having handled the media for the maximum number of controversial celebrities on reality shows, including Shilpa Shetty (during Big Brother), Rakhi Sawant, Kashmera Shah, Ashmit Patel, Sherlyn Chopra, Pooja Misrra and Amar Upadhyay
(Bigg Boss). “The level of energy, zest, mischief and abounding entertainment brand Salman Khan has brought to the show is almost unmatchable,” states the PR guru. “Salman’s charismatic presence on the show since two years has made him seem indispensable; making it unimaginable to think about any other host for Bigg Boss. His lovingly aggressive presence, combined with that of the cool-headed Sanjay Dutt on Bigg Boss 5, has further added to the star attraction, rendering them an unbeatable combo,” Dale adds. But if Salman opts for 10 Ka Dum this year and one has to have a new host, who does the Bigg Boss specialist see fitting in the groove? “I have a feeling Shah Rukh Khan or Akshay Kumar could make good successors. They have the required aura and charm, a huge fan-following like Sallu bhai and Sanju baba, plus the grit and experience of hosting television shows,” avers the publicist. True and well analyzed! Meanwhile, it is learnt that for the coming season, the Bigg Boss House might shift back from Karjat to its earlier location in Lonavala; both being holiday locations about an hour’s drive from Mumbai.
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Delicacies from Down South
South-Indian flavours are working their magic in this region as well. The palate for idlis, dosas and sambhar is surely growing
Topping the chart in Chandigarh is South-Indian restaurant Sagar Ratna. Says the manager, “It’s just because of the liking that people have for South-Indian food that we have two resturants in Chandigarh, one in Panchkula and one in Mohali. Though people don’t have a taste for peculiar South-Indian dishes, masala dosa, onion rava dosa, dahi vada and idli vada are very popular.” Of course, it’s the generous use of spices and tempering with mustard seeds, curry leaves, red chillies and urad dal that makes South-Indian food a much-liked delicacy here. Says Skenkaran Sundaram, from Sundaram’s, another well-known South-Indian restaurant in Chandigarh, “People in the city are always looking for something new, but dosa, idli and uthapam are the most-preferred dishes.” That’s not all; the love for Southern fare is so much that now we have special stalls in Punjabi marriages! “There’s a lot of demand of South-Indian stalls in marriages and private parties these days and seeing the love for the food, we cater at various occasions,” adds Sundaram. Well, so much is the craze for dosas that a restaurant, Food Max, in Sector 14, Panchkula, serves 104 varieties of dosas! From Mexican to American, you can even try a paneer chilly dosa, spring roll dosa, salad dosa, American choupsey dosa and Mysore masala dosa. Idlis, vadas and uttappams too are a delicious deal here. In uttapams you can try their regular uttapams or sandwich uttapam or a Tom-chi uttappam! You can also opt for bisebelle bhath (sambar rice), pulliyotharai rice (Imli rice) or dahi, lemon or tomato rice. Chetinad biryani too is a must-try. The Indian Coffee House in Sector 17 is another hot-spot where you can try some freshly brewed coffee and dosa, idli and uttapam. Sankalp restaurant in Sector 26 offers 15 varieties of dosas, 12 assortments of uttapams, five types of biryanis and idlis with different servings. That’s not all; Chennai Mirchi in Sector 16, Panchkula, is a joint that promises some great Southern fare. Among other joints that offer South-Indian food are Anupam in Panchkula, Sindhi Sweets in Sector 17, Gopal Sweets in 35 and Catch 34. So, isn’t it time to
go beyond the chicken and naan?
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Art of
design
Marc Johnson, an artist and architect from France, talks about evolving contemporary art and forces that dictate architecture Here’s redefining contemporary art — it no more only encompasses the metaphysical; in fact metamorphosed contemporary art is a mix of paintings, sculptures, architecture, drawings, dance and music. “Abstract forms on the canvas are a passé.
In the present times, it means using many genres of art to explain a particular theme or subject,” says Marc Johnson, an architect and artist from France, who was in Chandigarh on Monday to conduct a workshop at the Government College of Art-10. He talks about the forces that drive evolving architecture. Adhering to the same line of thought, Marc created the installation, Cage, inside the courtyard of Paris Art College in France. The basic structure was made of bamboo, the floor was used as a stage by an expert freestyle dancer and the lighting system further helped express the idea. “The thought behind the installation was that we only take references from the history, but don’t follow it up entirely. Cage denoted the history part and the freestyle dancing depicted our desire to gain new experiences.” While in India, he has clicked images of Kathak, Giddha and Bhangra performers, which he will incorporate in his future installations. “You just don’t make an art piece, you make a collage. For the multilayered society we are living in, no single art form can wholly do justice to any theme.” Don’t be surprised if he uses these images in his art installations in the near future! He believes that beautiful structures result only when architecture and art are used in synchronization. “Try making installations without application of the basics of architecture and the art structure will collapse in no time. At the same time, architecture without art is just a heap of bricks.” But even when the combination is good, it doesn’t guarantee that the end product will be worthwhile. Marc blames capitalism for all the problems. “Art and architecture are now dependent on the economy; how much money the government has.” For example, the rich people stay condensed in the capital while the middle class and those from the lower strata of society are pushed into the suburbs. “Architecture doesn’t define the lay out of the city; it is only the rich people who do. Exactly this happened in case of the Great Paris City, which is the combined project for the suburbs of the capital. Even this project is a complete failure, as the rich are again the people who are buying the property.” When it comes to Chandigarh, Marc is happy to see the layout since its master-plan focuses more on horizontal than vertical expansion, “Something you don’t see in the modern cities of the world now.” At the same time, he also feels that it is a challenge for the city authorities to stick to the original line of action. “Any city’s parameter of development is now the number of skyscrapers it has. That is the general perception. So what matters is till when the people here can stay unaffected by the world’s point of view; the capitalists’ point of view.” We hope for a very very long time! ashima@tribunemail.com
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Last moment betrayal...
Actress Deepika Padukone has made a sudden exit from Abbas-Mustan’s much awaited thriller Race 2, leaving the filmmakers miffed with her alleged unprofessional behaviour. The action thriller film produced under the Tips Films banner, is the sequel to the 2008 hit film Race, with the ensemble cast of Anil Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, John Abraham, Jacqueline Fernandez and Ameesha Patel. After having completed a week of shooting, Deepika backed out at the last minute
from the sequel, which has left producer Ramesh Taurani upset.
“I have been a part of the Hindi cinema industry for 25 years. I have made several blockbusters. But I have never faced a situation like this before. Our directors and the
other actors are extremely annoyed with her (Deepika),” Taurani said in a statement. “Tips as a company in its last 25 years has never had a dispute with anyone in this industry, there is no single case in the association which involves us, it will be very sad and uncalled for if matters go to that level,” he said. The producer is even more upset with the fact that he was among the last of know of her decision. “It was on January 27 when people kept calling me asking whether Deepika was out of Race 2. I was clueless. I called her and asked her and she simply said she would come to my office by 5 pm with her new manager to work out everything. Later, she said she wouldn’t be able to keep the appointment,” Taurani said. However, it was told
her manager would be present on her behalf. Finally, when the manager arrived, he simply told me that Deepika wouldn’t be able to do our film. And that’s because she is doing a major Hollywood project, Taurani said. Citing unavailability to not having dates and being over-committed to other projects, Deepika seemed indifferent to the developments after having left the film in the lurch. “I went to her shooting. We tried to reason it out with her. But she refused to even listen. Forget about anything else, she did not even apologize for her action. She seems to have no remorse,”
Taurani said. The film is set to release in November this year. — PTI
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Movie meter
Film: Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu
Director: Shakun Batra Cast: Imran Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Boman Irani, Rating: Good Strangers meet, get drunk and end up getting married. Strangers become friends… one falls in love and you know the rest of the tale. Well, not quite… both in the climax and the treatment Ek Mein Aur Ekk Tu treads an unfamiliar path at least of erstwhile Bollywood ishtyle love. Yet, in a way the formula that has been in the recent times catering to the tastes of Gen Next is certainly in place. Those of you who have seen Jab We Met, Hum Tum, Anjaana Anjaani and other rom-coms may have a feeling of déjà vu. Yet despite that the movie particularly the first half is fresh and bubbly and builds up an interesting contrast between Rahul Kapoor (Imran Khan) and Raina Braganza (Kareena Kapoor) who come from dramatically different backgrounds and hence are like chalk and cheese. Expectedly the chemistry between different personas creates a new alchemy of change. And before you know it, Rahul the product of his strict parents (Boman Irani and Ratna Pathak Shah) begins to transform. Not quite original but the narrative sure has some frothy moments, including the Aunti ji song and of course not to miss the seduction act done on our hero but certainly not by the heroine. Sex, the three letter word, has been out of the closet in Hindi cinema for quite some time. And so it is here but there are no sleazy scenes or acts that would displease the puritan. Sex is a natural act and the Gen Y accepts it as so without fuss. That there is none between the lead pair is, however, another matter. The film does succeed in baring the Gen Y’s conflicts, dilemmas, without going over the top. For a movie that is supposedly inspired from What Happens in Vegas, you bet it is set in Las Vegas and so you have the perfect locales and the necessary twist of the movie too could have only happened in Vegas. But, of course, India, that is Mumbai to be precise, is thrown in for good measure where both Rahul and Riana return after sharing many heart warming moments in the land of big apple. Sadly as happens with a zillion other Hindi films, the film that takes off an interesting tangent in the first half, can’t quite keep the pace post interval. Sure like the first half, it has its fun moments. Rahul’s showdown with his “socially correct” parents in front of their well-heeled and equally upright guests is one such engaging scene. But the narrative somehow doesn’t gather steam thereafter. The unconventional end will not only disappoint diehard romantics but is a trifle flat anyway. Still, if action isn’t your cup f tea, and over sentimental mushy dramas you find hard to stomach, this breezer with fine performances and delightful musical score by Amit Trivedi is surely worth a dekho ek baar, if not baar
baar.
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First-day-first show
Rahul Kapoor (Imran Khan) loses his job as an architect in Vegas. Afraid that he has let his parents down, Rahul decides to hide the truth and find another job. By a twist of fate, he meets Raina Braganza (Kareena Kapoor), a quick-witted hairstylist. Does this friendship turn into love? Smile please
There is an awesome chemistry between Imran Khan and Kareena Kapoor. The movie brings an instant smile on your face and is a not-to-miss Valentine’s movie. Ankit Dogra, BDS student, Panjab University Rom-com fun
The characters of Rahul and Raina are so well defined that you immediately connect with them. It is a light-hearted and pleasant rom-com which can be enjoyed by every age group. Jina Singh, student, DAV College Decent pairing
The songs are amazing and so is the storyline, though it reminds you of What Happens in Vegas. This time Kareena does not go overboard with her acting and Imran looks quite good paired-up with Bebo. Rajat Dhillon, Bank employee (As told to Sabia Talwar)
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Hug & kisses
Poonam Bindra
Tina and Mukta, both college students, are too thrilled, “We come here specially for their smooches and French Kiss is my favourite,” says Tina while her friend revels in the taste of the soft and creamy Belgian waffle. Says Rishabh Oswal, CEO of Hug, "We have created the first self-served frozen yogurt outlet. One can simply step in, pour their own yogurt, add toppings of their choice. The best part is that our yogurts are 97 per cent fat free and all our ice- creams are gluten free. We want to promote a healthy brand, which serves better quality and healthier ice-cream.” “The best part about Hug is that the frozen treat here is not junk,” says Shally Nayyar who brings her children to Hug for their special Handshakes. The USP of this joint is that everything is being freshly prepared. Apart from frozen yogurt and ice- creams, smoothies, shakes, hot chocolate and coffee are also available. Goody gelatos with their international flavour are quite popular here and among all the specialties like Belly Button, Bear Hug, Hugging Diva and Moo, the Nutty Brown with chocolate and hazelnut is the creamiest and the yummiest gelato. The most exciting and the icing on the cake is Stoned Mamma, which an ice-cream of your choice served on a piece of frozen stone so that one can relish it chilled and frozen till the last bite. A 100 gm yoghurt serving without topping is priced at Rs 60, a Belgian waffle for Rs 50 and a scoop of any gelato is available for Rs 75. So, have a complete frozen experience and be part of the ‘hugging revolution’.
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Astro turf
ARIES: Finance is in the spotlight. Grasp an opportunity that comes your way. Sudden changes in love life are on the cards. Discuss all plans with loved ones. Prepare an evening with your partner. Tarot message: Don’t be too certain about obtaining a clearance. Lucky colour: Sea green. Magic number: 41
TAURUS: You will be awarded with a promotion. Employment affairs are satisfactory. Your interest in overseas affairs is likely to stimulate. Enjoy and ride your luck in the evening. Tarot message: Rivalry and competition would push you to do your best. Lucky colour: Beige. Magic number: 52 GEMINI: Friction in the workplace can slow down production. Words said in the heat of the moment may not be the true expressions of real feelings. Try to stay balance and remember “silence is golden”. Tarot message: Balance in all aspects is recommended. Lucky colour: Lotus pink. Magic number: 25 CANCER: Feeling of love and strong impulses come together in an exciting but frivolous mix. Do not neglect a family matter. Social gathering may be rather dull. Change is possible. Meet up friends and relatives.
Tarot message: Play your cards close to your heart. Lucky colour: Orange. Magic number: 40 LEO: You are unlikely to get very far if trying to put new plans in action. An illness could mean having to take the day off work. Some of you can be worried
about finances. Tarot message: Take no chances despite the assurance of people. Lucky colour: Golden.
Magic number: 61 VIRGO: Sacrifices today can put you in a far better place in future. Bring a breath of fresh air into your life by rearranging your environment. Married will find their spouse difficult. Tarot message: You need to be creative if you want to retain your grip over your business. Lucky colour: Chocolate brown. Magic number: 24
LIBRA: Not only will you impress the boss but you will feel an immediate sense of achievement. Make every effort to further your ambitions. You should be able to ensure that your good reputation travels. Tarot message: A positive and caring attitude heals old wounds. Lucky colour: Citric blue. Magic number: 33 SCORPIO: You can find it too easy to get bogged down in the daily grind. You may end being an agony aunt to troubled friends. There is little you can do to advance your own affairs. Tarot message: Remember the old saying, “Penny saved is penny earned”. Lucky colour: Lush green. Magic number: 62 SAGITTARIUS: The advice of elders, professionals and people with greater experience than yours can make all the difference. Using your imagination is effective to create the outcome you want. Tarot message: Plan your life to avoid the inbuilt delays that come your way. Lucky colour: Pale yellow. CAPRICORN: An increasing income means more luxuries of life to enjoy. Socialising can be costly. This is an easy going day. Dress for the occasion and appreciate all the love and good wishes that come your way. Postpone journeys. Tarot message: Strive for perfection at work. Lucky colour: Blood red. Magic number: 63 AQUARIUS: Crowd and grid lock traffic will be annoying and frustrating. Someone you meet today may give you a useful business tip. It will be best to stay at home during leisure time. Tarot message: Be sure involving yourself as much as possible in a new project. Lucky colour: Golden yellow. Magic number: 57 PISCES: A real buzz in the air upon making evokes fresh possibilities. Today should see many of the policies that you have been following bearing fruits. Do not allow friends distract you during study hours. Tarot message: Do not leave things up to chance. Lucky colour: Cream.
Magic number: 50
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The year ahead
If your birthday is February 11...
Efforts will yield favourable results. You will have the capability to convert negative forces into positive ones. Money matters will be smooth enough to comfort you. You have worked hard for the success of your business and luck will favour you. You now have the opportunity of being on your own and can start implementing on your plans that you have developed for long. But concentrate on
one thing at a time. Do no take risks in matters in which you have little knowledge. Avoid lending or borrowing debts. This will bring you luck and profitable earnings. Students will be busy with studies, preparing for the forthcoming examinations. It is wise to restore your strength and put your best foot forward. If you neglect an urgent matter, it will cost you more in the long run than you can now possibly imagine. There may be changes in the household for those living in a joint family. Housewives are likely to
buy expensive gadgets for the kitchen. Home and family life will remain happy and a source of strength for you during the whole year. You are required to proceed with caution as far as your family life is concerned. Financial improvement is likely. Some will get a job offer and opportunities for going abroad.
September is exciting in every respect and it depends upon your own ingenuity to extract maximum benefits out of the present favourable phase. Friends will be warm, affectionate and show their real value, especially while more needy times.
Invitations come in and it might be wise to take as many as you can juggle. You should pay adequate attention towards your health. Health issues of a family member or a dear one may make you worried. You are an emotional person and have a strong bond with close ones. Your uniqueness shines brightest in July. Youngsters in love will find little time for leisure or romance. Mood: Challenged and then ‘relieved’. Compatible signs: Cancer, Leo, Taurus. Lucky colours: Cream, Blue. Lucky days: Tuesday. Lucky numbers: 2, 5, 14, 19, 20 Lucky gem: South Sea Pearl, Pink Pearl. Lucky flower: Lady’s Slipper Suggestion on birthday: Donate Urad Daal or Sarson Oil to a needy or at
Sherlyn Chopra (February 11, 1984, Hyderabad) appeared in movies such as Time Pass, Red Swastik and Game. She was a contestant in Bigg Boss (Season 3). She was also a presenter at the 55th Filmfare Awards. Dil Bole Hadippa was one of her notable films. She will be successful in career only after the year 2016.
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Chatter box A still from Saath Nibhana Saathiya
In troubled waters
Ready to fight: Pooja Sharma
FIR retains Chandramukhi
Kavita Kaushik aka Chandramukhi Chautala who had decided to quit her comedy show FIR on SAB TV has decided to stay back. She spoke to the makers who worked out a solution, giving her time for other projects and reducing her shooting time. Guess now Kavita is thrilled and might happy too.
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McCartney gets his star
"In Liverpool, when we were kids and listening to Buddy Holly and all the other rock and roll greats, I would have never thought the day would come when I'd be getting a star on the Walk of Fame. I thought it was an impossible thing to
happen.
But here we are today," McCartney, 69, said. "I couldn't have done it without a certain three boys, so I want to say thanks to those guys, John, George and Ringo," he said. McCartney's star was placed outside the Capitol Records building, alongside those of band members John Lennon, George Harrison and Ringo Starr. The Beatles were given a star as a group in 1998, more than 25 years after they split up. Lennon and Harrison were given their individual stars several years after their deaths in 1980 and 2001 respectively, while Starr got his in 2010. Hundreds of fans of the
Fab Four gathered, clutchingmemorabilia, to see McCartney honored for his 50-year legacy
in the music industry. Starr was prevented from attending Thursday's ceremony because of illness, but rocker
Neil Young was on hand to pay tribute to McCartney as a singer and songwriter "at the
top of his game." The Beatles, who hailed from Liverpool, England, became one of the best-selling bands in the world in the 1960s, triggering a wave of Beatlemania for hits
like "Love Me Do", "Yellow Submarine" and "Let it Be". "Thanks to all of you, to all the fans around the world, I'd like to send you hugs and kisses on the bottom," the singer said cheekily, referring to his latest album, "Kisses on the Bottom." — Reuters
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Sunidhi unveils Amul song
Sunidhi Chauhan unveils first look of Amul’s revolutionary Mero Gaam Kathapare’s music video. It will be a month- long campaign across radio, television and digital.
Amul unveiled the exclusive launch of the unedited version of its signature folk song from the movie Manthan titled Mero gaam kathapare. The song was conceptualised and first created way back in 1976 by the Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd. to celebrate the legendary story of the success of its co-operative movement in the lives of women farmers. Lending her voice to the song then was none other than Preeti Sagar. Over 35 year since, times have changed, awareness has increased and the women farmers are far more empowered! Celebrating this empowerment and making the video more relevant to the day and age, the new version with refreshing music and visuals showcases Bharat catching up with India like never before. Bringing in the new look and crooning to the tunes today, is none other than the very talented Sunidhi Chauhan.
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Keep it simple
The simpler and more pronounceable your name, the more it is likely to win you friends and favour at the workplace, say scientists.
In the first study of its kind, researchers from Melbourne and New York Universities analysed how the pronunciation of names can influence image formation and decision-making. They demonstrated "the name pronunciation effect," which occurs when people with easy-to-pronounce names are evaluated more positively than those with difficult-to-pronounce names, reported the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology. "Research findings revealed that the effect is not due merely to the length of a name or how foreign-sounding or unusual it is, but rather how easy it is to pronounce," said Simon Laham, who led the study. The study revealed that people with more pronounceable names were more likely to be favoured for political office and job
promotions. — IANS
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Chelsea misses her mommy
Chelsea Handler broke down on a TV show while remembering her late mother. “I don’t think I’ve ever cried on television before but now I am,” she said on the show The Rosie Show where she got emotional. Handler feels she is still connected with her mom Rita who died in 2006 battling cancer and older brother Chet, who died in a hiking accident when she was very young,” reports a website. “It was kind of a nice way to understand that they’re still with you. I feel like my mum is around me all the time. I think she probably thinks I need more guidance because I’m in such a fast life. I’m constantly running around and it’s Hollywood, so it’s a crazy place. “I’m young and I like to have fun. My mum was always like, ‘Oh gosh, your type of spirit can either go down a good road or go down a bad road.’ I’m sure it’s that kind of thing, like, trying to keep me on the straight and narrow,” added 36-year-old TV star remembering her beloved
mother. — IANS
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Finally taken
Bollywood actress Esha Deol is set to exchange rings with her long-time boyfriend Mumbai-based businessman Bharat Takhtani on Sunday, two days before Valentine’s Day. “Yes, it is going to be a traditional ceremony at their Juhu residence. It will be a family affair,” Esha’s manager confirmed.
The time of engagement is yet to be revealed, but the family is said to be excited. Daughter of veteran actors Hema Malini and Dharmendra, Esha began her tryst with Bollywood in 2002.
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Going by the number of South-Indian restaurants in the Northern region, one can safely assume that southern flavours have established themselves well here. And when we say Southern cuisine we are broadly taking into consideration the fare from four southern states—Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Though the overall cuisines of the four states is almost common with ingredients such as rice, lentils, coconut, tamarind, snake gourd, garlic and ginger, what differentiates them is the spices that are used.
Actress Deepika Padukone has left a bad impression on the producer by quitting Race 2 after completing one week of shooting. Now this is not done
Deepika.
A delicious array of frozen treat is what greets you as you step into Hug, quirky and fun store that is charming the Ludhianvis since it has been launched.
Frozen deliciousness, their tag line, takes you on a delightful tour, introducing you to a variety of frozen yoghurts in yummy flavours like blue berry, mango, strawberry, natural blueberry mix and strawberry- mango mix. You have the option of pouring out the yoghurt into your cup to mix flavours or have it as it is.
a religious place.
Basking in the glory
Dedicated and committed
In Star Plus’ Ruk Jaana Nahin, Prabal has created trouble for Indu (Aniruddh Dave) and Sanchi (Pooja Sharma) by sticking posters linking them up together. People will tease Sanchi, who will feel humiliated. She will decide not to go to college and will later decide to fight against this injustice.
Paul McCartney finally got his own star on Walk of Fame recently, becoming the last of the four Beatles to
get the honour.