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An issue that matters
The moment one talks about sperm donation in our country, one sees a few red faces, but Vicky Donor, an upcoming Bollywood rom-com, starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Yami Gautam and Annu Kapoor, is just the right kind of education for people. If on one hand Ayushmann and Yami are making their debut in Bollywood, actor John Abraham is turning producer with this movie and is also making an appearance in an item song Rum Whisky. Although sperm donation forms the background of the movie, it revolves around a love story between a Punjabi guy and a
Bengali girl.
Director’s take Shoojit Sircar has shown his inclination towards promoting different subjects through the movie Yahaan, which was released in 2005. Another of his venture Johny Mastana, starring Amitabh Bachchan, is due for release. Says Shoojit, “I’m all geared up for the release of Vicky Donor. After its trailers were released, I received bizarre and hilarious responses from the audiences.” Vicky Donor is not a slapstick or adult comedy; it is a movie with a lot of humour. “Infertility is a very serious issue and it should be tackled with progressive thoughts,” adds Shoojit. Doctor right Veteran actor Annu Kapoor plays Dr Chadda and convinces Vicky (Ayushmann Khurrana) to donate sperms. Says Annu, “An actor tends to look for a better role and a good script; Vicky Donor has them all, so I agreed to do the role.” The experienced actor has handled the subject of sperm donation in a serious
manner, so in no way it looks vulgar or frivolous. “I have played my role just on the
edge and in the right way,” adds Annu. Straight talk Yami Gautam, the lead actress from Chandigarh, says, “I play a Bengali girl from Delhi who is in love with Vicky Arora, a Punjabi guy. The movie was a challenge for everyone as it revolves around the sensitive issue of sperm donation.” It is Yami’s debut in Bollywood and she is very confident about her break. “When I read the script of the movie , I thought it is an opportunity to prove how I am different from other actors. It is a movie relates to everyone and has been shot in a modern setting,” adds Yami. Yami feels that this movie will identify her distinguished characteristics as an actor. sabiatalwar@tribunemail.com
Donor’s diary VJ-turned-actor Ayushmann Khurrana, who hails from Chandigarh, plays the lead character Vicky Arora. Says Ayushmann, “As I’m not a star kid, I always wanted a break with a movie that had a unique subject. Vicky Donor is a serious subject showcased in a light-hearted manner.” Vicky Arora is good-for-nothing Punjabi guy who plays cricket and ends up becoming a sperm donor. “It’s a topic that people don’t talk about, but for childless couples it is a miracle. I have actually donated sperms in 2004 as a part of MTV Roadies task,” adds Ayushmann. He has even composed the song ‘Paani Da Rang’ for the movie. Overall, Ayushmann did not find the role difficult because it is an issue-based concept.
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Housing a dream
When Deepak Sud bought almost a hundred-year-old property on the outskirts of Shimla, the last thing he wanted to do was to dismantle it. Same has been the case with Daavin Vohra from Sector 11, Chandigarh. She bought an old house and with the help of their able architect Ajai Johl, turned it around while retaining the structural base and yet having all modern facilities.
Remodelling might not be an ‘in’ thing and it is truly more challenging than creating something afresh. Some known architects from Chandigarh share with us how to save money as well time if you are planning to re-do a house. Ajai Johl, who has re-modelled as many as 11 houses, has some tips, “The very first step is to understand the structural premise of the existing house and the client’s requirements. It works if one retains the walls and larger structure. Plumbing and flooring is generally to be re-done. Making split levels, creating spaces come in handy, giving a new character to a house.” It’s rather more time consuming to re-model a house than making it from a scratch, feels architect Surinder Bahga. Having remodelled many houses and buildings, he shares with us how to save on resources, “Vertical stacking of all service areas and structural components makes it functionally workable, structurally stable and economically viable.” It helps to know and follow building bylaws. “It saves a lot of hassles that can crop up later on,” he advices. Renu Khanna has remodelled a few houses, though not lately. She says, “Increasingly, people are opting to rather raze the constructions. Nowadays there are companies that not only come and do it for you, but also pay you for it. It helps as sometimes the old constructions are solid, so it becomes a task to demolish them.” For those who have their heart set on re-doing the present one, this is the advice she doles out. “Generally the old construction was constricted. So, it helps to make one room out of the two or converting a whole bedroom to a bathroom. With the trend of open kitchens becoming popular, one big room can be converted into a kitchen as well. Converting small windows into big ones, which overlook greenery or cutting roofs at strategic places to give double height to some areas, are some of the few steps that can be helpful for remodelling in general.” Keep in mind these points and also enlist an able architect if remodelling your present home is on your mind. mona@tribunemail.com
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A keen eye
Dr Amod Gupta is a leading eye surgeon of the country with specialisation in Uvea and Retina. His uncle Dr SC Gupta, a known eye surgeon of his times, inspired Dr Amod to pick up ophthalmology as a career. “The respect and stature he enjoyed in the family enthused me,” says Dr Amod.
However, it was not until he got the opportunity to be a WHO fellow at Wills Hospital in Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, that he found his vision. His stint in the US during the mid 80s changed his perception towards life forever. “I was kind of shocked to see how the very famous doctors whom we read all along behave with patients and others,” says Dr Amod. Treating those around with dignity, a sense of discipline and being humble are some of the qualities that he picked up during his stay. “It was then that I developed a vision and have been successful in achieving it somewhat.” Dr Amod, professor, head, Department of Ophthalmology and Dean, PGI, shares with us his fundamentals of success. Be ‘in flow’ One should put in as much hardwork in one’s job as is possible, before it becomes effortless. When a music maestro creates or a painter paints they are so much in flow. It is this ‘in flow’ that one must achieve in whatever field one is in. Be it a scientist or an artist, they create when lost in their work. Work should be an extension of your life. Selfless work and devotion It’s devotion towards work that makes one excel. If one aspires for material gains; that in itself is a stumbling block. Work selflessly, with absolute devotion. Chasing awards and rewards is no use, they will anyways come in due course. Honesty and integrity Having double standards doesn’t work. One needs to cultivate behaviour that stays the same whether alone or in company. Being a teacher I do what my job is and not just demonstrate my skills or acumen. It’s total integrity that matters. There is no scope to go easy here ever. Practice what you preach One needs to be a role model if one wants to set standards. Heading the department, I consider that it’s my job to be the first inside the hospital. I reach work at 7:15 every morning and try to be the last one to leave. It’s integrity that matters in all fields, especially academics. You can morally question others only when you practice what you preach. No beating your own drum One needs to move beyond ‘I, me and myself’. We all are too temporary to call anything ‘my’ achievement. There is no Einstein in this era. One needs to build trust and a team. Being a leader, one must learn to sacrifice and give due credit to the team. And, this has to come from the heart.
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Grey zone
Dr Vikas Sharma Hair colour is produced by tiny hair pigment cells within our hair follicles called melanocytes. As we age, the activity of these melanocytes gradually declines until they stop making pigment. New hair grown in without pigment, result in grey hair. With age the melanocytes lose their ability to make pigment, so colour is absent from new hair. Each one of us has a genetically determined time for having grey hair. In our population and race, white hair ideally should first appear at the age of 37 plus or minus 9.6 years. Any greying of hair before this age is premature known as canities. The beard and moustache areas commonly become grey before scalp or body hair. On the scalp, the temples usually show greying first, followed by a wave of grey-ness spreading to the crown and later to the occipital area. Although nothing can stop hair from turning grey, there are some conditions that can cause hair to grey earlier or more quickly than normal. l
Early greying of the hair is basically hereditary, and we can inherit it from one of our parents or grandparents. l A person experiencing a prolonged period of stress and anxiety may notice, over a period of time, white hair gradually appearing. l Malnutrition, worry, shock, deep sorrow, tension and other similar conditions may also slow down the production of melanin resulting in grey hair. l Severe illness too can stop or affect the production of melanin. l Improper dietary habits; sleep hours, sedentary life style, and alcohol also can lead to premature greying. How to prevent premature greying? Nourishment and proper grooming is very important to keep the hair texture, growth, shine and luster in a good condition. Choose products that are gentle, preferably without any harsh detergent. For daily washes, use a shampoo that is mild, gentle and moisturising. Don’t use too much conditioner or else it makes hair greasy. Amla is helpful too. (Dr Sharma is a Chandigarh-based skin
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Reason it out
Parvesh Rana
I am a 35 year old married man who is passionate about adventure sports but my wife insists that I shouldn’t do all this. I want to avoid any argument. Please suggest what should I do? Anand Bakshi, Panchkula Try to explain her that it is a sport that you are passionate about and you take note of all security factors. I am sure she is just worried about your safety. If possible take her along with you to one of such trips and she will understand? Don’t push her too far, she has her own reasons, it will be nice if you give her some time so that she can come to terms with your passion for adventure. I am 18 year old youngster who wants to pursue kick boxing. My parents feel it is a total waste of time. I know I can excel in this sport. How should I explain this to them? Rahul Singh, Chandigarh If only you are doing well in studies they will have no problem with it. Studies are equally important so you should concentrate on it. Kick boxing can always be taken up as a hobby. But if you really feel this is where you can excel then give your hundred percent and something will work out. (Rana is a Bollywood actor)
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Par Excellence
Apart from putting curvature on the ball as in the shaped shots (Draw and fade) we can also vary the trajectory of the ball. The low shot is a useful shot while playing from under the trees in a rough or for playing in extremely windy conditions. The high shot maybe required when we have to hit over a tree/obstruction or to an elevated green. The key to varying the trajectory of the ball is the set-up. Our address position has the maximum impact on the trajectory of the ball. To hit it low, the sternum or centre of the body should be ahead of the ball. This could be done by keeping the ball position further back in our stance or by tilting our body towards the target (left foot for right-handed players).
This would put the centre of our body ahead of the ball and more weight on the front foot (picture 1). The backswing is created by turning the shoulders but keeping the weight on the left side. This would result in a steeper swing that would start the ball low. The back of the left hand should remain bowed at impact (picture 2).The backswing should be a little shorter as the harder we hit the ball the more it gets up in the air.
The set up for the high shot is the opposite to that of the low shot. The centre of the body is positioned behind the ball. This could be done by moving the ball position forward in the stance or by tilting our body away from the target. This would put the centre of the body behind the ball and more weight on the back foot (picture 3). The face of the club could be opened a little for loft and bounce. This set-up would promote a shallower angle of approach with the maximum loft. As the angle of approach could get too shallow, which could lead to a thin/topped shot we have to hit down with the arms while executing this shot. (Grewal has coached several national champions and professionals apart from being coach of the Indian golf team for the Eisenhower Cup (World Cup) in 2008. He is currently the Director of National Golf Academy of India and CGA Hero Honda Golf Academy. If you have any queries get in touch with him at parexcellence@tribunemail.com)
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Sporty mix
Here comes the summer, cricket and food extravaganza, all together. Rock in Rio-43 has refurbished its sports lounge. Big screens in this 40-seater slick place promise to give you the best view regardless of where you sit.
The USP, however, is interesting, innovative food and drinks on offer and that too at discounted rates. To begin with, there are six platters First Flick, Dusra Cutter, Punjabi Googly, Italian Maiden and Italian Beamer. While Dusra Cutter has Masala Papad, Veg Seekh Kebab, Paneer Seekh, Mushroom Achari Tikka, Paneer Tikka Haryali and Dhingri Mushroom, Punjabi Googly is loaded with Chicken Malai Tikka and Tandoori Chicken in addition to their veg counterparts. “The idea is to give a variety of finger food that people can enjoy while watching a game. While the platters start at Rs 350, the place also provides variety of drinks at very competitive rates,” says Atul Grover, from Rock in Rio. Atul and Sonal (managing director, Hotel Rio) have painstakingly put together the show for big IPL League. Well, if one gets good food and company while paying less, what more can one ask? mona@tribumail.com
Jack of all trades Behind the special sporty menu is Joe Bath, the cook, commentator and DJ, all rolled in one. Official announcer for Kings 11 Punjab, Joe has brought Indian, Italian and typical Punjabi food for the season. "It's just the beginning. As games catch up we will introduce new flavours," he offers. While 'Master Chef' opened vistas for this chef, Joe continues to host sports events and belt out numbers. See him churn out music at Rio as well. Apart from this, Joe is busy researching on authentic Punjabi food. "Anything loaded with tomatoes and called Butter Masala represents Punjabi cuisine. But mine is an attempt to search for the real, old food fare," he adds.
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Veggie delight
Vishvesh Khanna Veggies are loaded with vitamins and nutrients; all experts tell us how good they are for our health, but don’t you think that sometimes they become boring? Therefore, the chefs have to add extra spices or put in some accompaniment to keep the taste buds tingling. Here is a dish that promises all the goodness. Method Cut vegetables in a hot pan, add butter and garlic; toss vegetables and sprinkle some oregano. Add cream and at last white wine. Adjust seasoning, serve with white rice on the side.
(Vishvesh Khanna, executive chef, Geoffrey’s, Ansal Plaza) As told to Poonam Bindra
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The trouser way
Summer is here and with everyone looking for ideas to re-dress their closet, let’s talk about one wardrobe essential for every woman - a pair of good trousers. Although last year palazzos were in fashion, this season it is high waist flare and the tapered look. “This season is about comfort and style teamed together. We have the pleated style trousers for women, as also the high waist pants. In colours, it’s the basic black and beige that are in,” says an employee of No Exit, Fun Republic, Manimajra.
While last year it was the style of 70’s and 80’s that made a comeback, this year also the high waist pants is inspired by Katharine Hepburn. “When it comes to styles, stripes seem to hold a place in fashion every year and this season too, you can’t go wrong wearing it,” says an employee from Wills in Sector 17. She adds, “Conical look is in for the pants in women. Flare is another rage but that has loops for a skinny belt, as belts are a big fashion statement this year.” Well, talking of belts, almost all trousers are coming with belts this season, be it the sleek leather ones or the added accessory of a cloth-like belt. As for the designers, they have sewed up the most intricate touting pleats, folds and styles for the women but have given preference to high waist pants. “Floral and Capri style pants too are a rage this season, but they are fitted for the perfect figure,” says Geet Sethi, consultant trainer, Esprit. “For colours, it is quite bold. From browns to whites that have been usual, you can also pick red, pink, green and even a yellow pant. But for that, you need to have the poise to carry what you are wearing,” she adds.
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Star track
Singer-turned-fashion designer Dannii Minogue says she is a huge fan of celebrity stylist Rachel Zoe. Minogue, 40, says she really admires Zoe because she always manages to look good, no matter what she’s doing, a website reported. “Stylist Rachel Zoe has the most exciting mix of vintage and fresh-from-the-catwalk pieces in her wardrobe. I’ve learned such a lot about fashion history, designers and preparing for shoots from her television show.
She’s a delicate thing, but so powerful - calling the shots and creating this monster brand. Plus, any woman who wears over-the-knee black suede platform boots on a beach while styling a shoot has my heart,”
she said. — PTI
Kate Winslet hates My heart will go on
Oscar winning actress Kate Winslet says she is not a fan of song My heart will go on from her film. The love theme from 36-year-old’s most successful film, Titanic, sung by Celine Dion, was a huge hit around the world, but the actress said she has to hide her real feelings every time she hears it. “I feel like throwing up when I hear it. No, I shouldn’t say that. No, actually, I do feel like throwing up. I wish I could say, ‘Oh listen, everybody! It’s the Celine Dion song!’ But I don’t. I just have to sit there, you know, kind of straight-faced with a massive internal eye roll,” she said. In Titanic, she played socialite Rose DeWitt Bukater opposite Leonardo DiCaprio, who essayed the role of Jack Dawson.
It bagged 11 Oscars and the re-release of the film in 3D marks 100 years since the doomed passenger liner set sail from Southampton to New York in 1912, claiming several lives. —PTI
Texas, here he comes!
John Carter star Taylor Kitsch says it’s important to make risky choices in career. The 30-year-old actor said that he wants to take on different characters as he doesn’t want to be typecast, reported a magazine.
“I want to keep working with the best, keep going and be a better actor each time I go and dive into something. I want to be scared. I want to keep taking insane risks. I want to be scared because you’re going to grow through that whether you want to or not. I don’t want to play the same guy. I want to keep throwing curveballs to you guys and keep telling stories,” he said. Besides concentrating on his career, the former personal trainer says he wants to live a ‘normal’ life in Austin, Texas, after buying a house there. “When I’m not acting, I try to be normal, play golf, play hockey. It’s funny because you’re in this little bubble when you’re working - you don’t read books, you don’t really keep up with the news, you’re just living that life. When you get out, you just kind of reacquaint yourselves with family and friends. You try and forget and just try and remember what reality feels like,” he added. — PTI
Back to basics
Actor Boman Irani, who has won accolades for his performances in films like Munnabhai series and 3 Idiots, says that theatre honed his acting skills.
“There are several people who have taken acting or drama classes, but I luckily did 15 years of theatre... that was my training ground and education as an actor,” Boman said. “I can learn the craft of acting by looking at people, observing them, etc. Every little detail one can learn as an actor is purely by observation. Theatre is the best acting school. I feel, in a way, theatre hones your skills,” he added. Talking about actors of the Munnabhai series at the Vidhu Vinod Chopra film festival recently, director Rajkumar Hirani said that while Sanjay Dutt has “amazing memory” and improvises, Arshad Warsi takes the gist of the dialogue and says the lines the way he wants. “But when it comes to Boman Irani, I need six months’ preparation.” Boman would be seen next in Sajid Khan’s comedy film, Housefull 2 and Priyadarshan’s Tezz.
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The fourteen year itch?
Boyzone star Ronan Keating and his wife Yvonne have reportedly called time on their marriage after 14 years. The 35-year-old singer and his former model wife are thought to have called time on their union in November and are currently making plans for separate living arrangements but have not made an official announcement for the sake of their three children, Jack, 13, Missy, 11, and Ali, six, reported a publication online.
The couple’s marriage suffered following his reported alliance with dancer Francine Cornell on a Boyzone tour in the summer of 2009 and although they appeared to work things out, friends say the damage was irreparable. “They broke up in November and that was that. There was no going back. But the friendship and the love will always be there. Neither of them wanted this to happen. Their lives will be forever entwined; it is just that they are no longer together. The damage to Ronan and Yvonne’s relationship was never repaired despite many attempts. They nearly sorted it out last year but it just didn’t last. God knows, they don’t want this situation but they are thinking of what is best for their kids,” a source said. “They told their children a while ago before it got into the newspapers. They are all very strong as a family. It’s heartbreaking for them. It has been nearly two years but they really tried to make their marriage work again. Sometimes when it is broken, it is broken and it can’t be fixed. Without going into the nitty gritty, they just couldn’t pick up the pieces,” it added, Keating and 37-year-old Yvonne married in a private ceremony in 1998, on the Caribbean isle of Nevis, shortly after the death of his beloved mother Marie from cancer and although they have split, their relationship has remained amicable. “There was just too much broken. They still go out together for dinner and are still a family. It is just they are not in a marriage any more. They are still good friends. It is just that their marriage is over. It is devastating for them. They have been together since they were young adults and thought they would be spending the rest of their lives together. It just wasn’t to be,” the source said. Look who’s playing
Actress Sonakshi Sinha is all set to essay the role of a gangster’s moll in the sequel to Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai opposite Akshay Kumar. “Its official! @sonakshisinha is part of one of the films I’m looking forward to watching the most. ONCE UPON A TIME IN MUMBAI..AGAIN,” Sonakshi Sinha’s brother Luv said on Twitter. Earlier Kareena Kapoor and Kangana Ranuat were reportedly approached for this role. This will be Sonakshi’s third outing with Akshay. She has teamed up with the actor in Shirish Kunder’s Joker and Prabhu Deva’s Rowdy Rathore. Both the films are slated to release this year. The sequel to Once Upon a Time in Mumbai, which also stars Imran Khan, is to be directed by Milan Luthria. Akshay will be playing Shoaib, a character modelled on underworld don Dawood Ibrahim in the movie.
—PTI
Once upon a time…
Frida star Salma Hayek says she went into depression after she was blighted by acne as she tried to break into movies. The 45-year-old Mexican actress is famed for her good looks, but she insists she reached rock bottom after suffering severe breakouts of spots on her face during her mid-20s.
And the star was so depressed, that she turned to food for comfort - and piled on pounds, reported a publication online. “You want to talk about bad skin? I had acne. And this acne was so bad it sent me into severe, severe depression. Like I couldn’t leave the house.
The next stage with that sort of depression is food - too little or too much. Guess what I did. I was fat and broken out. I couldn’t leave the house and I couldn’t pay the rent,” she said. —PTI
Language no bar
While most Bollywood actresses have asked for voice artists to dub for their Bengali films, Dia Mirza chooses to be different. She has taken up the task of dubbing her own lines for debut Bengali film Paanch Adhyay. Dia, whose mother is a Bengali, plays a half-Bengali girl named Ishita in the film.
“I would say my Bangla was decent before I filmed Paanch Adhyay and post filming, spending time in Kolkata, conversing with so many people during my time there, it has only gotten better. I still would like to learn to think in Bangla,”the 30-year-old said.
Talking about her character Dia said: “My character travels through the ups and downs of marriage and the poignancy of love... lost and found. I am at a head space now where I am looking to expand my horizons. Bangla is my mother tongue and the fact that my first regional film is Bengali makes it all the more special.” The film, directed by Pratim D. Gupta, also features Priyanshu Chatterjee and Soumitra Chatterjee. It is expected to release around Durga Puja in October. —IANS
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chatter box
Handsome dude Karan Singh Grover will marry after his divorce from actress Shraddha Nigam. He will marry actresss Jennifer Winget with whom he worked in Kasautii Zindagii Kay and Dil Mill
Gaye.
Now suddenly out of the blue news is that Karan and Jennifer are getting married.
On a different level
Subtle, brilliant, artistic, charming, talented yet loves to keep a low profile, actress Bhairavi Raichura, who made an impact with audiences in Sasuraal Genda Phool and Balika Vadhu now has turned producer with Colors Chhal. Here’s a chat with the soft spoken Bhairavi, who likes her life to be uncomplicated and simple.
Why did you turn a producer? I have been an actor for 15 years and I was looking out to do something more than acting. Nandita Mehra, who is the director of Uttaran has been a great friend. She handles the creative side, while I handle the production. Tell us about Chhal Chhal is a social thriller with a slick, crisp look. We shot in locations like Mussoorie and Auli, which gave the show a fresh look. We want to break away from the clutter and establish ourselves as good producers. What do you enjoy most about Sasuraal Genda Phool? The off-screen fun. We have several special moments while shooting. We are all like a family, we make fun of each other. There are no ego hassles or tantrums. The cast, script, dialogues and the director Rakesh are all in tandem. I guess because we do so much masti on the sets, the chemistry flows on-screen too. Which has been your most satisfying performance? Astitva was a role that is closest to my heart. Playing Urmila Manas’ ex-wife gave me an opportunity to portray various shades from a guilty woman who has an extra-martial affair to a positive woman. Why do you prefer to keep a low profile? Yes I do. I enjoy being with my friends and family, going out with them and spending time with them post pack-up. I don’t like socialising for the heck of it or to be in the news. That is not me. I like working and keeping to myself.
All truth, no lies
Raj Thakur, a fitness trainer and an ex-merchant navy officer broke all records and won Rs50 lakhs on Life Ok’s Sach ka Saamna.
He did not hold back even for a single moment and confessed almost everything he had to. Raj, a contestant from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh broke all the records of the earlier seasons and became the first ever contestant to win such a big sum on Sach Ka Saamna. Raj Thakur is the youngest child in his family. He is the son of a police man and the brother of a politician. These men, so closely associated with the law, never imagined to what extent the rules were being bent in their own home by ‘the baby of the family’. Raj Thakur’s episode is filled with revelations and confessions. What begins with seemingly simple questions such as “Have you ever locked your teacher in the bathroom?” goes on to become much more serious. Always dismissing his mistakes at home his parents and brother begins to realise the repercussions of their negligence.
On the block
The promos of Aasaman Se Aage that is all set to be aired on Life OK have caught the fancy of the audience. Producer Nilanjana Purkayasha is glad that it has received permission and managed to bag the 10.30 PM slot.
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Astro turf
ARIES: This would be a day for love and romance and singles may form lasting relationships. In relationships, you may be thinking a lot but communicating less. Communication would be vital in your personal life. Tarot message: Your determination to succeed will pay dividends. Lucky colour: Pale yellow. Lucky number: 52
TAURUS: You would be able to handle any disappointment that comes your way either at work or in personal relationships. There may be positive developments at work and your financial security would increase. Tarot message: Use your instincts to enter the top circles of power. Lucky colour: Lotus pink GEMINI: Being able to tie up all loose ends will be your priority today. Work will take up your time and attention but once you’ve dealt with it, things would get easy. It will be an exciting day. CANCER: There could be an external or internal change in store. It would be more beneficial if you go for the second choice. Start by mending strained relationships. Reach out and let that person know that you still care. Tarot message: You gain by being practical; don’t be emotional. Lucky colour: Saffron LEO: Now is the time to make some changes in your daily life, so that you can enjoy the element of newness and freshness. As far as money is concerned, you would need to take conscious actions and ensure that you spend wisely. VIRGO: The day may be more challenging than usual. Organised work would bring good results. Personal relationships will become stronger as long as you learn to be more adjusting and understanding with others. Tarot message: You will be happier if you retain the fruit of your hard work. Lucky colour: Cream. Lucky number: 32
LIBRA: Expressing what you feel is important and that is exactly what you would be doing today. Showing your love, support and friendship would be your key behaviors. Tarot message: Don’t waste an opportunity by not exploiting a contact even if it is from your past. Lucky colour: Sea green. Lucky number: 49 SCORPIO: It is important to concentrate on your core beliefs, since they would play an important role in your life. Relaxing and spending time with friends would keep your mental health in great shape. Tarot message: Consolidate your gains instead of throwing security to the winds. Lucky colour: White. Lucky number: 26 SAGITTARIUS: Businessmen may need to get some permission from government agencies and will have to rely on influential friends for the same. Similarly, if there are people who owe you money, meet them now and ask for it. Tarot message: Ability to state the truth is your strong points. Lucky colour: Rainbow pastels Lucky number: 62 CAPRICORN: Decision making will be quicker, if you know what your heart really wants. Believe in yourself and use both your head and heart when dealing with various issues. This would be a big step towards your future. AQUARIUS: Some of you may also get some surprising news. For health reasons, it is also important that you don’t worry about minor things excessively. In relationships, don’t become too controlling PISCES: Finances and health would not be a major concern, but this would be a good time to get routine tests done. There may be some digestion problems or aches and pains that may cause discomfort. Tarot message: Act righteously and do your duties on time. Lucky colour: Ebony
The year ahead
If your birthday is April 3...
Your ability to recognize shifting circumstances, assimilate information and respond with agility makes you stand-out. Then the creative components in your work matter a lot. There are possible health problems, therefore you should be careful about your body and do not examine its strength. These recommendations are especially relevant in the winter. You will obtain great benefits and advantages if you learn how to adapt to various situations. This behavior will lead you to fulfilling your aims. You are likely to enjoy some sporting activity, which will keep you physically fit. Finances will definitely get a boost but at the same time expenditures too will be on the rise. Push problems off your mind and concentrate on improving your position both at home and among friends. You have spare time for socialising and follow up with things that you love doing the most. You may get rid of your tension. Unexpected rise in your expenses would disturb your peace of mind. People will give you new hopes and dreams but lots will depend on your own efforts. Sudden romantic encounter may confuse you. Your dominating attitude will bring criticism from your colleagues. You are number 3 and ruled by Jupiter. You are also influenced by the Moon. Independent by nature, you do not like others interfering in your personal life. Your ability to express your views and ideas will take you to the top of hierarchy in the year ahead of you. Your superiors will notice your sincerity and loyalty, and they will entrust a lot of responsibility on your shoulders. Don’t take things too easy. Business will be concluded with caution. You may be more concerned about your study. You may try to work hard towards improving your knowledge. This will however bring benefits only at the end. With regard to finances, it is important to be more frugal than usual. Focus on being practical and face the basic realities. There are chances to improve your self-esteem and income. Careless speech can provoke conflict later. Travel will form an important part of your life this year. You will travel far and near. Overseas travel is also foreseen.Mood: Intolerant and impatient Compatible signs: Aries, Libra Lucky colours: Burgundy and maroon. Lucky days: Wednesday and Saturday. Lucky numbers: 4, 7, 13, 14, 17 Lucky gem: Pukhraz. Lucky flower: Yellow tulip. Suggestion on birthday: If accident prone, throw 125 gram of sindoor in a flowing river today.
Jaya Prada (Lalita Rani, April 3,1962 Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh) made a successful team with Amitabh Bachchan and Jeetendra. Tohfaa was one of her early films. She will turn producer and progress in politics after 2015. |
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While they were working together there were
rum ours of their affair but they denied it. Later he married Shraddha and apparently got involved with Nicole during Jhalak Dikhla Ja, which was rumoured to be the reason she divorced him.
