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Romance with Dance
Coming from a family of government servants and stepping into the world of classical dance, despite family resistance, is not everyone's cup of tea. But such is the story of Margi Vijaykumar. A trained kathakali dancer, there are still members in his extended family who have not seen him transform from a man to a docile woman and take the stage by storm!
In Chandigarh for acquainting the city with the stylized dance-drama from Kerala, Margi Vijyakumar speaks about adding a dash of passion in what he knows best — kathakali. As we make ourselves comfortable, the presence of a shadow does not go unnoticed. "Vijayakumar only talks in Malayalam. Rajinder Nair will help you translate," we are informed. Although trained for both male and female roles, the choice for enacting the coy Damanyanthi was perhaps not his. "For a man playing a female on stage was a matter of shame. In my case, it was due to my height that I moulded into female roles," he shares with us. Having developed his own sense of style, Vijayakumar does not mince words when attributing his success to his gurus. "The greatest quality I have learnt from them has been facial expressions, reaching a sense of perfection and dedication to the art," he says. Quickly adding, "It is primarily because of them that my name features in the list of eminent performers." His humility, a scarce commodity today, shines through. Playing a woman comes with the set of its own problems for this 52-year-old dancer. Gripped in nostalgia, he shares a story, "In 1977, which was the first time I performed, I fainted as the knot in my costume was so tight that my blood circulation stopped." Battling allergic reactions to make-up and putting together his own costume, it's tough to believe that a flawless performance is executed without any rehearsals. "Rehearsals are never important, it's more significant that the artist and the costume blend smoothly on stage," he says. His fondest memory again reverses the clock. "The year was 2000. We were performing for Sivaji Ganesan and after the performance he said — how beautiful is that lady! The thought is etched in my brain," he says. So, how does this fine performer define his passion in life? "If you combine all the beauty of the world, kathakali is born," he says. From elaborate costumes, to impeccable dance movements coupled with flawless music in the background and the story of Ramayana, Mahabharata, Bhagavatam and Shiv Puran, it sure is a scintillating canvas of life. And yes, Rajinder Nair, who very precisely helps is the translation, is a dear friend and a government servant in Kerala! vasudha@tribunemail.com
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All in the lyrics
At first it's hard to figure out what they are up to - take up cudgels against the increasing vulgarity in Punjabi songs, point fingers at one particular name, rather point fingers at one popular name, hold a press conference to promote their new song National Villager-Face to Face or have come up with a song to be able to talk about International Villager, which happens to be Honey Singh's new album.
Now we are talking or listening! While singer Karran Jesbir aka Jassi Jasraj takes to the microphone, "This song is a reply to all the vulgar songs particularly the very popular ones doing the rounds these days. The rap lyrics are especially vulgar in such songs. It's as if we are dishing out obscenity. Earlier also there used to be songs dealing with first love, the initial rushes of teenage, college life and we had singers like Gurdaas Maan and Chamkile, but the ones doing the rounds on YouTube and Internet these days are crossing the limit." A couple of allegations flying high in the air, heated discussion, tempers flaring till it almost appears a personal attack on someone doing stupendously well. He clarifies, "Our fight is actually against the attack on our culture. Attacking someone who's the most obscene and who's the most popular seems to be the way out to tame everybody else. Plus there's actually nobody half as blameworthy as him." Chips in Raj Brar, "A lot of people hold me responsible for having introduced Honey Singh to the Punjabi music industry. But that's not true I have introduced so many others as well. So I don't want anybody pointing fingers at me." The album Zanjeer-The Game Changer had Karran Jesbir and Honey Singh come together. "When we worked together in my album I didn't let him do any indecent rap in my songs." But wouldn't they rather come Face to face in the courts? Take it up through paperwork or public interest litigation? "What comes of these formalities and long-winding processes? Plus we don't think anybody's going to mend his ways because of these measures." He adds, "People can give thumbs up or thumbs down to anybody's work. It's an appeal to the people to use their judgement carefully and not tune into such vulgar songs." At the end of the day, the ball's in the people's court. Nods singer Harshdeep Kaur, "I haven't really been following Honey Singh's songs, yeah it's bad if kids listen and hum words like Dope Shope all day but why blame only him? There are so many other item songs and lyrics and artistes doing the same and doing really well. You can't stop people from listening or musicians from composing." Singer Honey Singh couldn't be accessed, may be for obvious reasons. Meanwhile, the radio station's tuned into Angrezi Beat. Someone put an asterix on the lyrics but can we help liking it? Not really! manpriya@tribunemail.com
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On a dream journey
Just one film old in Bollywood (Dum Maaro Dum) and the other one all set to release (Department), Rana Daggubati's journey to stardom has come quite naturally to him. We talk to the tall, dark and handsome guy about his experience till now.
Reel life I debuted with the Telegu film Leader and won the Filmfare Award for the best male debut. Then Dum Maaro Dum happened. The journey has been quite a learning experience, as I have grown up in that kind of environment and the industry is just like a family to me. Role call Compared to Dum Maaro Dum, my role is more noticeable in Department and I feel it is totally my film. It is a police drama where Amitabh Bachchan is a politician and I play a police officer named Shiv Narayan, who whole heartedly works towards making Mumbai a safer place to live in. Playing cop We have seen well-toned bodies of Ajay Devgn in Singham and Salman Khan in Dabangg, who played cops; Rana who dons the same look in Department says that he has a physique that is perfect to play a police officer. I had strict agility training and continued my routine work-out as well. And his moustache is an icing on the cake! Rumour mill I'm quite used to my link-up with Bipasha Basu and I have learnt to deal with it now. I would still say that Bipasha and I are just friends. But, I'm not single nor am I committed to Bipasha Basu. We just got to know each other very well when we did Dum Maaro Dum and that's about it. Public figure Recently, so many celebrities, be it in Hollywood or Bollywood, did not like that their privacy was no longer intact. On the other hand, Rana says that it a celebrity's personal decision to be a public figure, and if they have acquired name and fame it is all because of the fans and media. I still put up in Hyderabad and people there let me live on my own, as they have seen me grow. Action man Most of the actors of my age want to do action films and I too love doing stunts. I thank god for giving me such a strong physical appearance, which is the reason why I will always give priority to action-oriented films. Producer's diary People may not know but I have been into production of movies for a long time now. I have produced a lot of films till date. As a producer I'm more interested in being a story-teller. I also love giving the visual effects. As for multi-tasking, I will always continue with it. Future tense Currently, I'm shooting for an action-adventure movie in Telegu titled 'Krishnam Vande Jagadgurum' and I have also signed for an action movie for Bollywood. sabiatalwar@tribunemail.com
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GYAN ZONE
Right from the safety belt to the utility belt, we see the hip-hugger belt and the very thick, waist-cinching belts that are in vogue. Having been featured prominently in spring collection of many designers, the belts are no more an added accessory to hold the pants but come in curves and designs to follow a woman’s body and accentuate the waist. “We don’t see casual designs in belts anymore, rather they are stylised to match a particular dress,” says designer Sabah Khan. She adds, “Wide-woven leather belts are quite a rage this summer and so is the safety belt style, which comes either in monochromatic or two-toned hues. This type of belt can be paired with an A-line dress for an element of toughness,” she adds. Another belt that has become a rage with the travellers’ is the utility belt. We saw some of the cheerleaders of IPL in Chandigarh wearing them! It is a weird combination of a belt and a bag, but is definitely a head-turner. A little pouch bag is suspended on a thin slow chain belt and believe us, the belt and bag combo never looked so chic! Well, if you are looking for more, then we also have the hip-hugger belt. “Low-slung belts always have a carefree charm and hip-hugger belts are one of those. Paired beautifully with wide-leg trousers, they can also be worn with dresses and skirts. Rope belts are another variety to look for,” says an employee of Benetton.
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Casual belts in varied hues are a wardrobe essential. They never go out of fashion, as they are a requirement than a statement.
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Doc Talk
Scars are areas of fibrous tissue that replace normal skin after injury. Scars in the skin are less resistant to ultra-violet radiation and sweat glands and hair follicles do not grow back within scar tissue. Types of scars There are several kinds of scarring, each caused by differing amounts of collagen over expression. Hypertrophic that take the form of a red lump raised on the skin occurs when the body overproduces collagen, which causes the scar to be raised above the surrounding skin. Keloid scars are a more serious form of scarring, because they can carry on growing indefinitely into a large growth. Keloid scars can be caused by surgery, an accident, by acne or, sometimes, from body piercing. In some people, keloid scars form spontaneously. Although they can be a cosmetic problem, keloid scars are only inert masses of collagen and therefore completely harmless and non-cancerous. However, they can be itchy or painful in some individuals. An atrophic scar takes the form of a sunken recess in the skin, which has a pitted appearance. These are caused when underlying structures supporting the skin, such as fat or muscle are lost. This type of scarring is often associated with acne, chickenpox, surgery or accidents. Do away with it Treatment options for scars include surgical scar revision, laser scar reduction, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, intralesional injections, topical and systemic retinoids. Pressure therapy, injectable agents, cryotherapy, fillers and silicone gel are among the many choices for scar management. The future treatment with an intra-dermal injection of Transforming Growth Factor Beta 3 (TGF?3) is being tested. Surgical scar reduction procedures are painful and invasive and have a risk for complications. Laser scar reduction offers a non-invasive solution that uses fractional laser technology to deliver rapid, reliable scar reduction with less risk, less pain and minimal downtime. The fractional laser technology is the latest and important medical discovery which is now becoming the driving power behind acne and surgical scar reduction procedure. The technology uses pulses of laser light to coagulate scar tissue and triggers healthy new tissue to form in patients’ skin. Healing time is minimal, infection risk is eliminated and little to no pain is felt. Fringe benefits The technology is also beneficial to some extent for wrinkles, acne and surgical scars, melasma, striae, unwanted textural irregularities, crow’s feet, blotchy skin and more, on virtually any trouble spot on the body - face, neck, chest, arms and legs. (Dr Sharma is a Chandigarh-based dermato-laser surgeon)
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Pet Passion
Whosoever has a pet, has no right to crib and whosoever generally cribs probably has never had a dog to come back home to! The rest can please carry on about bad weather, traffic on roads, lack of time and the like. The best kept reasons for keeping a dog are best left unsaid. Many would rather come back home to a toy than a guard, which is why as much as the dog lovers, the Lab lovers top the statistics.
“We didn’t really need anybody to guard our house. We were looking for someone very friendly, who could be part of the family,” Binny Bains, homemaker, recalls the story behind her light brown Labrador, Brutus. A performance she went and repeated. “My other black Labrador Casper is eight months old. One of my cousins has always kept a Lab because they are the friendliest of breeds.” It could come from a dog clinic, left by a friend at your doorstep or acquired for any other random reason, but where it came from has got nothing to do with how much you love it. Love me, love my dog Whoever said a house is not a home without a dog was perhaps referring to the psychology of a dog lover. Shares Binny Bains, “We first had a Cocker Spaniel called Caesar for 10 years. After he died, it got lonely. Then we went and got ourselves two new pets.” Ever since it’s been a bathing and a brushing routine. “I feed them and brush them myself, it’s one of the first things I do in the morning. The more you take care personally, the more you bond with your pet.” She adds, “May daughter was in Class V when she put her foot down and asked for a dog.” Yours faithfully Chips in the daughter Baani Kaur, who is doing a master’s in psychology from Panjab University, “What I really love about the pets in general and about my dog is their strong intuitive power. The day I’m not feeling well or feeling low, they have to make it a point to hover around me with their cute little faces so that I’m neither sad nor lonely any more.” Then comes the flipside. There are times when I’m annoyed too. Brutus sits under my table, refuses to come out till I scream and tell him that I need to study.” Shares Binny Bains, “Brutus is always hungry whereas Casper is a poor eater.” If only it ended there. Laughs Baani, “At night, no matter how much you train them, they get on top of my quilt or sheet till it’s so heavy and cannot even be pulled. I have to wake up in the middle of the night and set them right.” All said and done, at the end doesn’t she reduce the species to one of her siblings? “They are actually like my younger brothers. Loyal and adorable.” All arguments put to rest.
manpriya@tribunemail.com
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Painting a poem
Whatever little time Daljeet Singh gets after a hectic day at work, he devotes it to writing poems and then painting his words, literally. And this is how he expresses his feelings, be it for his hometown Bathinda or his daughter. “Poems lead to paintings. Even the colours and forms that I make are according to the mood set in the poems.”
His latest book, Swapnith comes with a tagline, Daughter is the dream child. “This is my fifth anthology of poems. It’s a tribute to my daughter who turned one on Wednesday. I don’t think that a baby girl is still the dream child of many parents. But the joy that a girl child brings to parents is unparalleled.” The book was released |
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Master Chef
Paneer chandni is an appealing vegetarian dish with paneer or cottage cheese cubes cooked in a rich and creamy gravy.
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Heat ghee in handi/ lagan add clove, cardamom and chopped onion and sauté . make sure that it does not brown otherwise it will change the colour of the gravy n
Transfer the paste of cashewnut, ginger, green chillies, khoya and cardamom and cook for sometime stirring constantly so that it does not stick to the bottom. n
Add salt and pepper to adjust the seasoning and then add paneer batons and cook for sometime. n
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Remove to portion bowl and garnish with chopped coriander, saffron drops and almond flakes. (Mathur is the chef at KC Royal Park, Panchkula) Paneer chandni (No of portion: 4) Ingredients Paneer 500 gm For the paste Cashewnut 100 gm Ginger 50 gm Green chillies 5 Khoya 200 gm Cardamom 5 Ghee /fat 150 gm Clove 3 Cardamom 5 Onion (finely chopped) 100 gm Milk /cream 200 gm White pepper to taste For garnishing Saffron 4 drops Almond flake 5 gm Corriander (chopped) 5 gm
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Horror doesn’t necessarily mean ghosts...
Explaining the film, he said, “3G is a psychological horror with a soul. It’s going to be a tough portrayal. It’s on the lines of What Lies Beneath, Sixth Sense. Horror doesn’t necessarily mean ghosts, I hope you realise that. It’s a genre that reflects thrill fear threat. It’s, in fact, the toughest genre.” Based on a recent scandal, 3G also stars Sonal Chauhan. Both the actors are busying working on their characters. ‘The next destination is Fiji islands for 3G. Sonal is preparing her look and character and I’m racking my brains over mine,” he added. In the meantime, his laptop was recently robbed while he was shooting. “I am still upset about my director Binoy and my laptops being robbed from our set. And interestingly, still no support from the cops. Wow!” he added further.
Do your bit…
The actor who was last seen in Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara and will be seen in Shanghai tells us how we can do little things for the environment. Minimise the use of plastic. Return plastic bags to the vendor or carry your own jute or cloth bag when you go grocery shopping. Plastic is not good for people, animals, and the environment. Make a genuine effort and curb its use. What you do, no matter how big or small, makes a difference. Do not use plastic cups in offices and malls. Carry your own mug or water bottle. Spread this message. Do not be ashamed of caring for the environment. Do not throw garbage or any sort of wrappers on the road or out of your window. Use dustbins. It is a good idea to walk short distances. Even when I am driving and the signal is long, switch off the car engine. That is what I do. If it is not too hot or dusty, leave the windows open. At home, it is essential to keep your windows open and let in fresh air and sunlight. It cleanses the environment. Stale air-conditioned air is bad for health and causes many diseases. Spend time outdoors. Do not pluck flowers. Keep plants in your house. Lastly, save electricity and water. Just because we are not charged for water, we should not waste it. Keep the tap slow or turned off while you are brushing your teeth. Turn off the air-conditioning, fans, lights, and any other electrical appliances when you are not in the room.
New venture
Business savvy:
Neha Dhupia
Lopez on a summer tour with kids
Singer Jennifer Lopez is taking her children for her joint summer tour with Enrique Iglesias. The 42-year-old’s tour begins from July 14 in Montreal and ends in August. The Maid in Manhattan star will be joined on tour by fellow Latin superstar Enrique Iglesias. “They will be on the bus and it’s gonna be a learning experience for both of us. Luckily, there is always Grandma’s house, if they get really tired and stir-crazy,” Lopez said. “We have all the creative control to make it what my fans would want to see. The songs that they would wanna see, the dances that they would wanna see and just to take it to another level,” she said. — PTI
Neetu goes Greek
Well
recommended Neetu Chandra
Illusive boyfriend? People are saying that Kangna Ranaut’s English boyfriend could well be imaginary. That is because no one has met him and the relationship is a long distance one. We shall know soon. Kangna won’t talk about it.
Break for Big B Amitabh Bachchan is going to Los Angeles, USA for his treatment of stomach problems. He may not do any films till September.
An insecure, envious star
Marilyn Monroe was so desperate to eclipse the popularity of Elizabeth Taylor that she decided to commission a nude photo shoot by the poolside in the 1960s, a new book has revealed. The actress hoped to generate as much publicity as her rival’s public relationship with Richard Burton by baring all. The surprising disclosures come from her conversations with photographer Larry Schiller between 1960 until her death in 1962 at the age of just 36. In his memoir Marilyn And Me, Schiller says that the two met when Monroe hatched a plan to force Hollywood giants Fox Studios to take her more seriously so they would “start paying me as much attention as they are paying to Elizabeth Taylor.”
At the time Taylor was earning 1million dollars a film for epics like Cleopatra, while Monroe was getting paid a mere 100,000 dollars for Something’s Got To Give, from which she was eventually sacked. Monroe posed for a set of photographs in which she entered a swimming pool with a bathing suit and came out naked. “Larry, if I do come out of the pool with nothing on, I want your guarantee that when your pictures appear on the covers of magazines Elizabeth Taylor is not anywhere in the same issue,” Monroe told Schiller. When Hugh Hefner agreed to pay 25,000 dollars for one nude picture Monroe told Schiller that it was worth every penny. She said with a laugh: “There isn’t anybody that looks like me without clothes on.” She told Schiller that she wore her public persona as a ‘veil’ over her real identity. “It’s still about nudity. Is that all I’m good for? She once said. Over the previous two years the pair had spoken at length and in 1960 she admitted was wracked by insecurity. “I could tell you all about rejection, sometimes I feel my whole life has been one big rejection,” Marilyn said to Schiller. “But look at you now,” he said. “Exactly,” she replied. “Look at me now.” Confused, Schiller protested, “You’re a star! Your face is on magazine covers all over the world! Everyone knows Marilyn Monroe!” “Let me ask you... how many Academy Award nominations do I have?” “I don’t know,” he said. “I do,” she said. “None.” Since her death Monroe’s life has been the subject of endless speculation, not least her rumoured affair with former U.S. President John F Kennedy. Although she never won an Oscar, Monroe did win a Golden Globe for her performance in the 1959 comedy Some Like It Hot. She was married and divorced three times and died childless. — ANI
Latest entry at the Walk of Fame
Hollywood beauty Scarlett Johansson has become the latest celebrity to receive her star at the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The 27-year-old attended the ceremony wearing a figure-hugging dress by British label Preen and was accompanied by her mother Melanie Sloan and grandmother Dorothy Sloan. “I was totally thrilled, of course, because I feel very nostalgic about that kind of thing. It’s a wonderful tradition, and I felt like I finally made it. I really did! I was like, ‘Wow! I’ve been in the industry for 20 years, and I’ve worked since I was a kid.’ It felt like a big milestone,” Johansson said. Also, present at the event was Jeremy Renner, her co-star from The Avengers. “Working with her was tremendously awful. For six months, she continuously threw me around, beat me, stepped on me and wiped the floor with my dignity and self-respect every day - all with a smile on her face. Now, finally, I get to step on you, sweetheart,” Renner joked. The actress thanked Renner for being her “knight in shining armour,” and praised her mother and grandmother for “inspiring me to be a strong, modern, independent woman.”
— PTI
Looks don’t matter…
“If you look good, chances are you won’t turn my head. “But if you smell good, I will whip my neck around! “A guy can’t leave until I figure out what scent he’s wearing. I want dudes to smell like when you wake up – you know that smell,” she said. The Barbadian singer also admitted that she wants to put on weight. “I’m not careful with what I eat, because I’m trying to gain weight just a little bit,” she said. — ANI
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Making the right moves
What will be new this season? Great talent and yet another chance for worthy kids to share a platform that gives them good exposure. Kids who have potential will learn a lot through the show. We have superbly talented kids on the show, even better than season one. What keeps you coming back to Dance India Dance? The show feels like my own. DID gave me name and fame. As a choreographer, you get success but with a TV show, the public knows about you and recognises you. People know me personally, which happened only due to DID. What about parents who force their kids to perform better on a reality show? I take exception to such parents. I never allow a child to enact anything that could put their health at risk. Like Kaushik Rana, who came to the Kolkata auditions with his mother and a bunch of tube lights in his hand. When I saw the tube lights in his hands, I knew it was trouble. I asked her “How can you expect me to allow such a performance?” Is reality TV to be blamed? I find it ridiculous to see the extent to which parents go to ensure that their child gets selected. This is a dance reality show for kids. I do not see any reason why there should be acts that could endanger the kids’ safety, health and overall well-being. How are the marriage proposals coming along? Ever since the last season of Dance India Dance, when it was made public that I am unmarried, it’s amazing to see viewers’ interest across all cities to marry me off. It is so embarrassing! Why don’t people understand that I will get married when I find the right man. What about risqué moves that kids make on to the show? That is the choreographer and parents job. They should look into it. —HRM
The reunion
lost love: Tina Dutta
The battle continues… In Kairi, Rishta Khatta Meetha, after Imarti Devi (Hema Singh) managed to prove to her son Anuj (Jay Bhanushali) that Mala’s (Leena Jumani) family didn’t do right the right thing, he will call off the engagement. But Mala will find proof of Imarti’s scheme and challenge her.
A twist in store After the twist of Rishi (Abhishek Malik) cheating on Neha (Hunar Hali), now there will be a bigger shock in store in Colors’ thriller, Chhal-Sheh Aur Maat. Due to some pressure, Kabir Jaiswal (Avinesh Rekhi) will be forced to marry
Neha.
On to the next level
Movie Magic: Rashmi
Desai Tied-up for life Lovebirds Natasha Sharma and Aditya Redij got engaged in Delhi recently. They played the lead couple in Na Aana Is Des Laado on Colors and fell in love during shooting. But the couple is first focusing on their career. On public demand After 90,000 people filed a petition for the return of Chandragupta Maurya, which ended abruptly when the channel Imagine folded, it might make a comeback on Sony TV. Time to avenge In Balaji Telefilms’ Bade Achhe Lagte Hain tough times are on as Niharika (Eva Grover) has asked Priya to divorce Ram but now she will fight back and expose her mother-in-law. Meanwhile fights between Natasha
(Sumona Chakravarti) and Kartik (Mohit Malhotra) will continue.
New Release
Director: Kunal Deshmukh When Producers Mahesh Bhatt and Mukesh Bhatt make a film, the viewers love to watch it. Their films speak of life, love and truths in a different way and that is what makes audiences remember Jannat. Now Jannat 2, the follow-up of the 2008 box-office hit,Jannat deals with illegal arms trade. We assume Kunal Deshmukh’s directed Jannat 2 will be a perfect drama. Plus it has newbie Esha Gupta in the lead. Randeep Hooda who played a cop in Once Upon A Time In Mumbai, essays a similar role in this film. Kangna Ranaut and Prachi Desai were considered for the role of leading lady. However, the model-turned-actor Esha Gupta bagged the main lead. She is romantically paired with Emraan Hashmi in this film. She transforms Emraan from a rogue to an honest man. Judging by the promos it looks to be a very different film. Rest, it’s for viewers to decide.
— Dharam Pal
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Astro turf
ARIES: A beneficial day especially for the employers. Taking a break from work is needed. That recent burst of enthusiasm will help you achieve whatever you aim for in life. Tarot message: Empty promises are certain. Put your terms and conditions in writing.
Lucky colour: Fuchsia. Magic number: 31
TAURUS: Parents can experience stress. Making money and having fun are not a good mix now. Make money right now and leave recreation for later. Certain recreations are too costly. Tarot message: You have the will power to accomplish important tasks today. Lucky colour: Rainbow pastels. Magic number: 21 GEMINI: Sweeter moments are in store during the day. Shopping for a gift as a token of affection is a great way to spend money. An early night’s sleep is good for you. Tarot message: Do what is right and watch your best interests.
Lucky colour: Yellow Magic number: 61 CANCER: Spending on health makes sense. Get home early to avoid traffic jams. Enduring relationships can be formed with new people who live at a distance. Stick to your regular job. Tarot message: You are advised not to focus on professional changes.
Lucky colour: Peach. Magic number: 55 LEO: Do not get involved in any joint venture blindly without investigating the economic situation. Give your creative talent some exposure. Hobbies will give you much satisfaction. Tarot message: You must share responsibility with others while working on a project. Lucky colour: Metallic Grey. Magic number: 26 VIRGO:Avoid gossiping; because it can spoil your chance at success. Sportsmen: get more exercise to keep yourself fit. Plan on a long-term basis or you will only waste your money. You may attend a formal event or a conference.
Tarot message: Think positive and be optimistic. Lucky colour: Pink. Magic number: 28
LIBRA: Plans for a romantic rendezvous could be disrupted. Go along with the wishes of your family members. Do not be too demanding on loved ones. Frank discussion could clear the air in the evening. Tarot message: You gain by being practical; don’t be emotional. Lucky colour: Peach.
Magic number: 64 SCORPIO: If single; you will find an attractive candidate for dating. Pay more attention to your health. Do not take on chores that would affect you physically. Keep your sense of humour alive. Tarot message: Focus on emotional and spiritual peace, the most important aspect of life. Lucky colour: Forest green. Magic number: 30 SAGITTARIUS: Your card suggests that emotions have to be controlled. Compassion and forgiveness are needed for a happy relationship. Partners may not agree with your plans. No need to put money on stake. Tarot message: At work don’t hold back anything from your employer. Lucky colour: Purple. Magic number: 28 CAPRICORN: Stick to the morning exercise routine to get your energy flowing. Walking or running will suit some of you. Education and research projects bring you laurels. Expect a guest or an important news. Tarot message: Concentrate well on your job to earn success. Lucky colour: Golden brown. Magic number: 59 AQUARIUS: Today attention revolves around your home, property and family. Money rolls in after lunch. Keep moving ahead with the progress you have been making. A friend’s company will make the evening enjoyable.
Tarot message: Focus on the better to mitigate the bitter. Lucky colour: White. Magic number: 33 PISCES: You should be very satisfied with what is being accomplished. Soon enough you will be ready to show the world what you have been working on. Stay with the task in hand. Hopes fill your heart. Tarot message: You have to push to succeed and your efforts will pay off. Lucky color: Black. Magic number: 27
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The year ahead
If your birthday is May 4...
Sudden unexpected expenses might exert financial pressure. You will find it extremely difficult to handle people who try to pull you down. New proposals will be alluring but it will not be wise to take any hasty decisions. Avoid overeating and keep a check on your weight. Your partner seems to be too busy for you. This wouldn’t be so much of a problem if you hadn’t noticed how they can still find time for their friends. If anyone is keeping secrets from you, they’re going to find it hard not to reveal them when you inquire about them. Don’t get carried away by others’ creative flights of fancy. This year, keep in mind that by not being so scared of the future, you’ll have the strength to take really important decisions for the future. If you are self employed, you won’t be very helpful towards others and will seek time alone. Avoid taking risks. Students will get serious about their education and those who will pay attention to their studies will see themselves doing exceptionally well. Those appearing for their board examination can work towards achieving good grades. You must attend family functions like weddings, parties and funerals. You must show a bit more wisdom concerning material values without ruling out your importance from your life, but not focusing most of your energy on them either. Some of you will make spiritual or intellectual investments, while others will understand how much money they have wasted and how they could rehabilitate themselves financially. This may be one of those ‘the less said the better’ years where unless a friend comes to you with a problem, it would be wise to keep inquiries to yourself. Plan fun events and gatherings with buddies for best results. Bad mood, anxiety, lack of rest, and most importantly, lack of concern will cause disturbance. Mars has been encouraging you to manage your time, but that’s soon eclipsed by the restless energies coming in. Mood: Emotionally cautious. Compatible signs: Aries, Libra. Lucky colours: Green and off-white. Lucky days: Wednesday and Saturday. Lucky numbers: 2, 9, 17, 29, 70. Lucky gem: Rock crystal. Lucky flower: White tulip.
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Dressed in a simple pant and a check shirt, the reason to believe and trust everything about this performer comes from his simplicity and honesty. Trained under Padma Shri Kalamandalam Krishanan Nair, Today, Vijyakumar is a teacher of the classical dance form at the same place where he was once a student - Margi Kathakali School, Trivandrum. "I was always determined that this is what I want to do all my life," he says with a glint of excitement in his eyes.
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n A must-have in your wardrobe is a corset belt. It is a perfect companion for a dress or a gown.
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Neil Nitin Mukesh seems to be on a roll. After bagging the lead role in Bejoy Nambiar’s David, Neil has signed 3G, an Eros International production, his second film in a three-film deal with Eros.
Abhay Deol is environmentally sensitive and is the ambassador for India’s first environmental magazine called Green.
Neha Dhupia is a business-savvy woman. She knows that online shopping is the way to go. She has co-founded an online shopping portal especially for lingerie and fragrances from international brands. Way to go!
Neetu Chandra has bagged a Greek film. She won over Sonam Kapoor and Deepika Padukone. She has to thank Anurag Kashyap for it because he recommended her to the director of the film whom he met at a film festival.
Rihanna has revealed that unlike other girls she isn’t impressed with good looking guys and rather prefers men who smell nice. “I like a guy who smells good,” she said in an interview.
She’s lovingly called Geeta Ma on the sets of DID L’il Masters. And this year, she is looking for the best talent in the auditions of the second season of the dance reality show for children DID Li’l Masters. Geeta Kapoor talks about her expectations and experiences.
After a separation of 18 years, Ichcha and Veer will come face to face in Colors’ Uttaran. They will meet at the inauguration of a local jail but he won’t recognise her. Ichcha will be shocked and sad.
Buzz is that newly married Rashmi Desai and Nandish Sandhu have signed Salman Khan’s Dabangg 2. They quit their popular show Uttaran as they didn’t want to be part of the leap and now we guess films are their destination.
Producers: Mahesh Bhatt, Mukesh Bhatt
Kunal Basu