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Cool drink!
Interesting names Blue Bonfire, Solar Eclipse, Grasshopper Cocktail, Snake Bite, Incredible Hulk, and even better concoctions, cocktails and mocktails are surely the drinks to hit on.
Crash course
They definitely bring relief from the raging heat, but at the same time cocktails illustrate the trends prevalent in a particular era. Says Ashish Manchanda, from Advisure’s Hospitality, “Making cocktails these days are not just about mixing juices and ingredients, going into the science of it. Here foam, cooking cocktails through liquid nitrogen helps to introduce flavours in seconds.” Ashish is talking about something like whiskey with ice tea compressed with liquid nitrogen! “It is the chemical mixology that is the new thing with cocktails,” adds Ashish, who organised a workshop on Global Cocktail Trends where they had Brandy Crusta, made with Martell Cognac topped with nitrogen-infused Cointreau foam. The Criss Cross Daiquiri was served with Havana club rum and pearls made from Martell cognac sweetened with the Scottish whisky liqueur, Drambuie!
Fruit punch
All hotels and restaurants have a dedicated section for cocktails and mocktails, and also followers for it. “They are mostly youngsters,” laughs DebDip Chatterjee on the mention of customers who like to order mocktails and cocktails as the first thing. Dev also agrees that the growing popularity of these drinks has led them to create interesting concoctions like Flipper, Orange Caprioska (Cocktail), Green Apple Melonard and Orange Mélange (mocktails). The new trend has moved to the usage of fresh fruit bases for both the coolers,” he says.
What’s in a name?
Cocktails and mocktails have always had interesting names designated to them. On popular demand however, hotels like the Taj have come up with interesting options. Praney Kapil, restaurant and bar manager with Taj-Chandigarh sees people ordering the usual classics like Mojitos and Margaritas. “Other than we have some interesting inventions like Only Jattis, Burfilly Chaa for Rs 450 and shooters like Acid and B 52. “Kaali at Lava bar is the most sought after cooler with a cumin base. People who travel a lot are always ready to try new things. No longer it is the drink of shy girls or pretending-to-be-grown up guys. Coolers are like and preferred by all.”
As you like it
Okay, so we know it these coolers are a youngster’s drink. They are reasonably priced, starting from Rs 400 and have low alcohol content. You can feel a bit young and a bit macho with them on the table. Shares Manny Sekhon, 16, “I prefer cocktails to any hard drink. These are refreshing and have some bit of alcohol which is okay. Tom Collins Cocktail and Cassis Screwdriver are some interesting concoctions.” jasmine@tribunemail.comk
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Playing a meaningful game
It was a moment of irony when the women kabaddi team was left stranded outside their hotel after the players were handed over the World Championship Trophy last November. The players had to hire auto-rickshaws to reach their homes. This is the incident that made Sudeepa Singh grab the offer of a film based on kabbadi.
The actor who was earlier seen in Action Replayy and Punjabi flick, Ek Noor, feels it is this project, Kabaddi Once Again that will provide the much-needed impetus to her career. “The subject of the film is so substantial that it pepped me up to perform my best,” comes from the actor, who was in Chandigarh recently to promote her film. The obvious social message of the film is sports should be encouraged. “Not many youngsters know that kabbadi is the main game of Punjab but negligible efforts have been made to endorse the game.” Kabaddi Once Again is the story of a kabaddi player who plays for the honour of his village. The male lead of the film is Verinder Singh Ghuman, who is the number one body builder of India. Since the story revolves around the male lead of the film, Sudeepa hasn’t got a lot of screen space. “But that doesn’t matter. What counts is the relevance of the subject and how much justice I can do to the role. It might be a small role but it’s significant to the story of the film.” She is happy to get meaningful roles and shifting from mainstream cinema to regional doesn’t bother her. “I might get cameos in Bollywood but that doesn’t allow me to showcase my talent or work to the best of my abilities. Punjabi cinema provides me the apt platform to grow as an actor.” Her inclination towards regional cinema, she says, is also for the fact that the films are now enjoying multiplex releases. “The dynamics of cinema in Punjab has undergone a sea-change. Films easily get producers these days, who are ready to spend on the post production of the films. A film with a great storyline will be done justice to, only if it reaches out to the people” Her last film Ek Noor made her bag the Best Critics Award only because it was well-received by masses.
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Dare to dream
Mona Success doesn’t come to you, you go for it! And, Mridula Jain, managing director, Shingora is one such example. Established in 1986, Shingora today is one of the biggest manufacturers and exporters of scarves, shawls and throws. Gap, Banana Republic, Donna Karen, Hugo Boss, Armani are few of her buyers. The woman behind this very successful company shares her vision and work that helped her set up a successful venture. Dare to dream
Because of my kids, I had decided to work from home. Running a thriving coaching centre for 10 years, I didn’t want to stop at that. But, once they were independent, I decided to step out. Married in Ludhiana, seeing the big industrialists, I would often wonder if someday I could make it big like them. And, I worked for it! Turn dreams into reality
Dreaming is as important as is putting the idea to work. I gave a good thought to what I wanted to do. Ludhiana being a wool hub, I thought of taking up shawls because as a young, fashionable woman I couldn’t find anything to match my style. Today, I proudly say my shawls are what I am. Confidence in self
When I started, shawls were protected under the handloom category by the Constitution. I knew nothing about looms. Since my husband had wool business, I learnt slowly, steadily. Also, there came a time, when doing shawl business wasn’t possible on looms totally, I played an important role with my competitors (whom I call my colleagues) to free it from handlooms. Importing machinery, building a strong team, by and by things fell into place. Grab the opportunity
Once decided, we worked to make our shawls distinctive. Hand painted, phulkari, unconventional colours ensured amazing response within the first two years. When I accompanied my husband to a meet, I approached the authorities to help me take my products abroad. And, I got to do it. Exposure to European market taught me that it makes sense to take products to international fairs and I got assistance to take my stuff to Pret-a-Porter Paris. And, the results have been phenomenal. Cultivate a team
To begin with, I knew little of business and production. Not only I learnt it by doing but also enlisted help. My husband, Ashok Jain showed the way. My sons Amit and Anuj did textile and finance education from the US. Not only one needs to work hard but also have patience to reach one’s goals. We firmly believe and practice in nurturing a positive work culture and sustainable growth. mona@tribunemail.com
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Irfan’s new fan
The Amazing Spider-Man director Marc Webb has been an “enormous” fan of Irrfan Khan and says he roped in the Indian actor as he had the sophistication and commanding presence needed for the role of Dr Ratha.
“I have been an enormous fan of Irrfan for a very long time. I first saw him in The Namesake, The Warrior and in TV series In Treatment. For Dr Ratha, I needed someone who projected sophistication, had lot of strength and a very commanding presence and Irrfan fits that bill. He is in the first half of the film and in several scenes,” Webb said. The 37-year-old director is reluctant to categorise Irrfan’s character into good or bad but says he wanted to work with the actor for a long time and ‘Spider-Man’ provided that opportunity. “I would not call his character a good guy or the bad guy, I would say he has a job to do and he has started about doing it.” Irrfan, now a regular face in Hollywood films, has so far been reluctant to talk about his role in the superhero movie. Webb, however, is more than happy to provide details about the character. “Dr Ratha works in Oscorp, the company owned by previous villain Norman Osborn. Irrfan plays the boss of Dr Curt Conner.
— PTI
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The razzle-dazzle of IIFA
Divya Dutta
Well, I have been living out of a suitcase, literally. Shimla, Dalhousie and then Singapore for IIFA. I and Vidya Balan were the last to reach as I went straight from shoot! This time, I took my family along. Being nominated for Stanley ka Dabba was a high and going with family is a total plus. I met Vidya on the flight. It was after quite some time. We had last shot for the Kurkure commercial together! The IIFA was a star-studded affair in Singapore. It was very well planned and the sheer magnanimity of it was truly amazing. A limousine assigned for every celeb. Well looked after and taken care of! I chose to wear an ethnic dress for the event and guess it was a good decision. Everyone seemed to come up to me and compliment! And who doesn't like compliments? The powerful well-suited men, glamourous actors and celebs in their best gowns and drapes on the red carpet, it was all so grand! I knew why it is called the glamour world. Literally I saw it there and was mesmerised even though I was part of it. To see so much talent together under the same roof celebrating and acknowledging their fraternity was overwhelming! After the eve, everyone asked if I was going shopping on my free day, but somehow I, in a very unladylike way, am not a shopping person. I buy what I need. Sightseeing and feeling the pulse of a place is more my thing, be it a village or a hi-fi city! So, I chalked out the plan to go to the universal studio, see all the amazing Hollywood sets with fun rides! And yes, the fun was to go with ma and Rahul. And then the night safari—watching all the wild animals at an arm’s distance was so much fun. Skydiving and under water came next. All fitted it all in a single day! We came back home in the night and barely slept. And now on the sets of Heroine, shooting and sharing my thoughts with you. They ask me how do you manage such a hectic life and I answer, “This is my lifeline. I work hard and enjoy too. I would not know how to live another way…” (Dutta is a Bollywood actor)
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Gear up for a divine ride
Simranjeet Gill
Be rested: Motorcycle riding is more physically demanding than driving a car or a truck. It becomes impertinent that the rider is in good shape before taking on the saddle. Getting enough rest is a requirement for any type of trip, but especially if the motorcyclists are riding for extended number of hours per day, they should expect to feel fatigued during every 12-hour cycle. During that time, it is best for riders to consider stopping to eat, take a break or catch up on their sleep. Feed adequately: As is the case with any good traveller, a rider should know his body cycle and feed himself/herself accordingly. You can really turn some members of the group sore by un-necessarily stopping for relief. Know your machine: Being the rider, you should know your machine. So all the hunches and gut feelings that this wire might snap, these tyre treads won’t hold, the spark plugs might need replacement etc etc, should be addressed the days before. Not that you have a control over what might happen, but at least you would be satisfied having done your bit to make the whole event mechanically eventless. Right gear: Your gear should be right on. Right on as in it should be befitting the weather conditions, keeping safety as paramount. The gear should be complete and comfortable with all its aspects - as boots, pants, jacket, gloves and helmet - accounted for. Comfort riding: The rider and the motorcycle should fit right in. Should that demand that certain customisations be done within the defined purview of safety, they should be carried out without delay. Fuel & air: Fuel up and check air pressure the day before especially for the early morning rides. You don’t want to risk a closed fuel pump and reach RV point with an empty tank and under-inflated tyres. Lastly when on the ride, always remember that you are riding to enjoy and there is no enjoyment in fixing your broken bike by the roadside while other motorists zoom past. Not all days are the same, there are good riding days and there are bad riding days – so don’t expect the sun to shine every time you take on the saddle. Ride cool with emotions in check and you’re good. (Gill is a Chandigarh-based HOG rider)
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Word count
Karan Gupta’s exhibition My 36000 Words displays some fine, unedited shots of nature and human emotions Manpriya Singh It’s hard to get interested, at first glimpse. There’s a picture or two from a travelogue, human face depicting emotion, a flash of lightening, pebbles…the similar depth and difference, till Karan Gupta cuts in, “I’m totally against any kind of photo editing as I disagree with that and I have a regular digital camera.” That pretty much sums up as to what stands apart in My 36000 Words; thirty six photographs, and like any other, each worth a thousand words. The second year, electronics engineering student from VIT, Vellore, says while almost handing out his mini digi-cam. “I was gifted this and since then I have been clicking whatever interests me and inspires on the spur of the moment.” He adds, “None of the photographs have even been cropped. Though the final product is no doubt beautiful but I believe it is the duty of the photographer to get the perfect shot and not the software editor.” For instance this bolt of lightening that he wanted to capture in Fury of The Heavens. “I must have taken at least five hundred shots to be able to click the lightening.” Or the Eternal Fame, at this temple in Vellore. “I wanted to click this prayer lamp but there were so many people in the temple.” Half an hour and fifty shots later, he was satisfied. Moving on, there are the timeless ghats of Varanasi, pebbles shot together, long exposure shots to generate hallucinations, photograph of shading on paper, a burnt cigarette packet. “I’m strictly against smoking. My friend gave up smoking so we burnt his cigarette packet and I clicked it.” Some of the captions, however, are missing. “For some of the photographs, I just couldn’t think of anything. So I wanted to leave them open to the audience’s interpretation.” For instance, this shadow of an old man in the corridor. He adds, “I keep traveling, so, in this exhibition, I must have depicted at least four or five places.” Apart from Chandigarh, there is Varanasi, Leh, Pondicherry, Vellore and Bangalore. manpriya@tribunemail.com On till 22nd June, 2012 at The Cafeteria, Alliance Francaise, Sector 36
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Beauty at its best
Yaana, who has made India her home, is a model-poet-composer-singer and actor. The Czechoslovakian is famed for her flawless skin and curvy figure. She gives us tips on beauty, inside and out.
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Sujoy Ghosh: Badla isn't a sequel to Kahaani
After tasting success with Kahaani, director Sujoy Ghosh is currently writing his next film titled Badla, starring Amitabh Bachchan, Vidya Balan and Naseeruddin Shah in lead roles. "I'm getting a lot of calls from people who seem to be a little confused & rightfully so. Since my incoming is not free & steep, let me clarify. The script that I'm writing for is called Badla, which, if I write well, will have Amitabh Bachchan and Naseer ji & the Balan," the 46-year-old director announced on Twitter.
He also clarified that the film isn't a sequel to his National Award winning film Kahaani. 'All depends on the script. The tagline of BADLA was... Only god forgives. But now I can't use it anymore. There's a movie announced with the same name. And finally, BADLA is not the sequel to Kahaani. That's another story altogether." he added.
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Blame it on the brakes
Actress Lindsay Lohan, who earlier said that the truck cut her off, is now claiming that her car's breaks had failed when the accident happened. The 25-year-old was rushed to the hospital for minor injuries after her Porsche smashed into the trailer truck on the Pacific Coast Highway in Los Angeles, reported a website.
The actress said she was informed that the brakes were replaced two days before the accident. She is also sticking to her earlier story that a truck cut her, although the truck's driver has strongly denied it. "She did apply the brakes but the Porsche failed to slow down and she could not prevent the accident," a source said. "The accident happened after Lohan swerved into the lane I was occupying and crashed into my vehicle from behind," said the truck driver, James. He also accused Lohan of trying to bribe him, which she denied as well. "Him and the guy took me across the street and told me this was some kind of famous person and they didn't want to be in the media," James said. Lohan's spokesman said that Lohan was completely co-operating with the police. "She has answered all their questions and provided them with everything they have asked for," he had said. — PTI
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Neha Dhupia in Karan Johar's next
Actress Neha Dhupia is all set to share screen space with Emraan Hashmi in Karan Johar's next home production, directed by Rensil D'Silva . "Yes, I have been signed for this film. I can't talk much about it. There are other two films of mine that are coming out — Maximum and Rush," Dhupia, said, without divulging any further details.
This film will feature Emraan Hashmi, Sanjay Dutt, Kangana Ranuat, Randeep Hooda and few others. The film is likely to roll out later in the year. Earlier in an exclusive interview, Karan had said, "The film has a strong ensemble cast, like Emraan, lots of people are there in it like Kangana, Randeep Hooda and host of young brilliant actors. We will announce the film with title and cast very soon. It is about individual paths, there is no predominant love story. It is too early to talk about it (story line)." Recently, Neha attended Karan Johar's 40th birthday bash. Besides, KJo's film, Neha would be seen next in Kabeer Kaushik's crime thriller, Maximum. The project featuring Naseeruddin Shah, Sonu Sood, Neha Dhupia and Vinay Pathak in pivotal roles, releases on June 29. Her other project is again a thriller Rush, directed by late Shamin Desai. The film stars Emraan Hashmi, Aditya Pancholi, Neha Dhupia in pivotal roles. After the death of Desai, the project is being completed by wife Priyanka under Percept Picture Company. — PTI
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Healthy, happy and wise...
Victoria's Secret model Miranda Kerr says being healthy and happy is more important than fame and riches.
The 29-year-old supermodel said that she works hard to maintain her toned body, especially since the birth of her son, Flynn, in January 2011, reported a website. "When you are working 16 to 17 hours, you need to know how to take care of yourself or you will fall off the wagon. I know its clichéd, but I feel health is wealth," Kerr said. The wife of actor Orlando Bloom also said that she follows a strict exercise regime of yoga and Pilates to help keep her baby weight off. "I was lucky for a while there, I just did yoga. Now I am exercising a whole lot more, but it is for my job," she added.—PTI
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Bald and the beautiful
Snow White and the Huntsman star Charlize Theron has chopped off her famous long blond hair for a new film Mad Max: Fury Road. The 36-year-old actress has been photographed sporting shaved head under a fedora when leaving a doctor's office and her representative confirmed that Theron has shaved her head for her role as Furiosa in the upcoming action film, reported a website.
"She shaved her head last week for her role as Furiosa in upcoming film Mad Max: Fury Road. She is expected to start filming it with Tom Hardy next month in Africa," Theron's representative said. A reboot of Mel Gibson-starring action movie franchise, Mad Max: Fury Road will be directed by George Miller. Details of the forthcoming film are still unclear, but Miller already planned two other films for the series with Theron, Hardy and Nicholaus Hoult lining up in the cast ensemble.
— PTI
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Back to square one
Singer Dannii Minogue is reportedly getting back with long time boyfriend Kris Smith after they split in April. The 40-year-old, who was expected to return to the hit show X Factor but pulled out at the last minute, is said to have taken the step because she wants to concentrate on her relationship with Smith, reported a publication. "Dannii and Kris are working on the relationship in the hope of getting back together. They have both acknowledged they still love each other but know they have a lot of work to do before being one happy family again. Dannii is committed to putting her family first. Since becoming a mum, her priorities have changed," a source said.
Dannii, who has a son named, Ethan Edward Minogue Smith, with Smith, had confirmed speculation that they had split on her Twitter page on April 4. Dannii and Kris met on holiday in Ibiza in August 2008 where the male model was celebrating his 30th birthday.
— PTI
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In awe of Cruise The 42-year-old actress, who is married to screen legend Michael Douglas, said she loved getting the chance to work with Cruise, reported a website. "He's awesome. But that doesn't surprise me. Tom throws himself into every role he does so fantastically well and it shows on the film. That's why he's Tom Cruise. But to see him in this film is a real treat." Jones says she is too lazy to exercise and would love to start dancing again. "I haven't danced for a while. I work out and I have a ballet barre in my gym. But every time I do it I think, 'Why don't I do this all the time?' "I get lazy so working on this film was a bit of a shock to the system. It was like 'OK, I remember those Achilles, I remember those thigh muscles'. All those elements came back and it worked out great," she said. — PTI
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Rapper Chris Brown reportedly sent champagne over to former lover R&B star Rihanna when they found themselves in the same club at the weekend. The former couple, who split in 2009 after Brown assaulted his then-girlfriend, sat at different tables but onlookers say they were very aware of one another inside the club, reported a publication online. "After Chris made his way into SL with a group of friends, Rihanna pulled up with her own group. The infamous exes sat far enough from each other to not be able to talk, but close enough to keep an eye on one another. Chris sent Rihanna two bottles of Ace of Spades Champagne. DJ Sinatra had both Rihanna and Chris dancing at their tables," an onlooker said. The meeting comes a few weeks after Rihanna came face-to-face with Brown and his current girlfriend Karreueche Tran. — PTI
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The leading lady
Actor Rupal Tyagi is glad with her big break as one of the leads in Zee’s new show Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke. Playing her age, Rupal hopes her show makes it big. Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke is your big break. How do you feel about this role? Yes and I can’t tell you how happy I am
to bag this outspoken girl’s role. Though it’s been a while since the shooting began, it still continues to be a surreal experience. I did play a protagonist
in my first show Hamari Betiyon Ka Vivaah, but it didn’t work out in a grand way. Why did you choose this show? I fell in love with my character Gunjan as the role has every shade I have ever wanted to play. Gunjan is confident, bold, emotional, vulnerable and a modern girl living in Mumbai. There are quite few similarities between her and me. I feel like myself on the show. What do you not like
about her? I completely relate to her and the problems she faces. She is a bit spoilt by her mother who pampers her to death. You are a spoilt brat too? Yes! There are a lot of similarities between my on-screen mom and my real mom. We sit, drink and party together! How different is it from the roles you have essayed earlier? In my last serial Dil Mill Gaye, I played a dumb bimbo. It was quite a task getting into the character. Gunjan in Sapne... is so natural that it is fun, as well as challenging to play her. What is the one dream that you want to fulfill? Frankly, I am living my dream right now. I was dreading playing the typical bahu. Fortunately, I got this show and the best part is my character goes through a lot of changes, with a graph of its own. — HRM
Making a grand entry
Popular Channel [V] show, Humse Hai Liife, is on the threshold of a fascinating change as the show en route to a new story from coming week. The show will breathe a new air of freshness, thrill and romance like never before with the entry of Kabir, a brutally honest yet delightful character. Kabir will impact Sia’s life and existence in Elite School. The charming Varun Kapoor from Na Aana Is Des Laado fame will be seen rendering the role. The character enters as a rebel in the campus of Elite. Though socially awkward, he is definitely no ordinary character! Kabir is on the lookout for a long forgone relationship that has made him socially reclusive. What is Kabir’s intention in entering Elite? Is he a troublemaker or a messiah of love? Watch [V] Humse Hai Liife to unravel the mysterious story of this secret charmer.
From TV to big screen
Binny Sharma, who shot to fame after Dance India Dance, is all set to set the silver screen on fire in a Bollywood film. Titled Machhli Jal Ki Rani Hai, she has just finished shooting a contemporary jabalpuriya song at Madh Island. The song, was shot with the main cast of Swara Bhaskar (Tanu weds Manu fame) and Bhanu
Uday.
Promotional stunts
However obnoxious it may sound but Boman Irani and Sharman Joshi came to Gokuldham Society accusing Jethalal aka Dilip Joshi of stealing their scooter. When Jethalal denied it, Boman hit him with his umbrella. On the lighter side Boman Irani, who had come on the sets to promote his film, wanted to take Daya Ben (Disha Wakhani) for a ride on his scooter because Boman’s mother loves the serial Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. Sharman Joshi says, “This is one show that is constantly funny without getting crass. Kudos to Asit Modi for keeping it clean and maintaining the top position.”
Ravi Donor!
Now for those who are having various thoughts reading the above caption then we are sorry to disappoint you. Ravi is not going the Vicky way but he is surely donating something. To know more read on… Ravi Dubey aka Tej of Saas Bina Sasural donates a small amount of his salary every month to a charity. This practice dates back to his childhood when he used to keep aside a considerable amount from his pocket money. All the savings were donated to a charity and he still follows the norm. He believes this is his way of giving back to the society. Kudos to the lad for thinking about giving it back and being good!
Manvi from Ek Hazaron Mein Meri Behna Hai idolises Yuvraj Singh. She is really inspired by the sportsman's optimism to overcome the disease and his strong fight to get back to his usual self has been a source of inspiration to many suffering from cancer. Niaa Sharma says, “Just like Yuvraj Singh, who has emerged a winner in his battle with cancer, my role will help people realise that being positive is the key and having family support will enable emotional well being.” An undisclosed source informs us that in order to get the character right, Niaa Sharma has visited real life patients to understand them and their feelings.
Going the Munni way
Bollywood’s shy, blue-eyed girl Isha Sharvani decided to step out and has donned the Munni look; for Colors’ Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa. She was seen dancing to the tunes of none other than the Dabanng villain Chedi Singh aka Sonu Sood. Looking like a vision that has descended from the heavens, she infused her style in a stereotype item song with her entry on an aerial harness. Dressed in a glamorous pink and blue ghagra, this Munni’s created havoc. She sure had both Sonu and the audiences eating out of her hand. Kudos to Isha!
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Astro turf
ARIES: You could be in line for a promotion or recognition in the form of an award. Employment affairs are satisfactory. Your interest in overseas affairs is likely to stimulate. Ride your luck in the evening. Tarot message: Competition would push you to do your best. Lucky colour: Beige. Magic number: 52
TAURUS: Friction at workplace can slow down production. Words which seem to stand strong in the heat of the moment may not be true expressions of real feelings. You will have more time to see to the needs of others. Tarot message: Balance in all aspects is recommended. Lucky colour: Lotus pink. Magic number: 25 GEMINI: Strong feelings of love come together in an exciting but frivolous mix. It will be pointless to attempt and force the pace to pick up today. Do not neglect a family matter. Social gathering may be rather dull. Tarot message: Play your cards close to your chest. Lucky colour: Orange. Magic number: 40 CANCER: You are unlikely to get very far if trying to put new plans into operation. An illness could mean having to take the day off work. Putting energy into your domestic life can give you need today. Tarot message: Take no chances as despite the assurance of people. Lucky colour: Golden. Magic number: 61 LEO: Sacrifices today can put you in a better place in future. Bring a breath of fresh air into your life by making rearrangements. Changes in the way you work should be postponed. Tarot message: You need to be creative if you want to retain your grip over your business. Lucky colour: Chocolate brown. Magic number: 24 VIRGO: Make an early start today and get to work as soon as possible. Not only will you impress the boss but you will feel an immediate sense of achievement. Make every effort to further your ambitions. Tarot message: A positive and caring attitude heals old wounds. Lucky colour: Citric blue. Magic number: 33
LIBRA: You will find it too easy to get bogged down in the daily grind. Problems being faced by others may have to be taken care of. This will be a difficult day for business partners. Avoid going out tonight. Tarot message: Remember the old saying, “Penny saved is penny earned”. Lucky colour: Lush green. Magic number: 62 SCORPIO: Patience and time are regiment to make progress. The advice of elders and people with greater experience can make all the difference. Using imagination will be effective to create a desired outcome. Tarot message: Plan your life to avoid the inbuilt delays that come your way. Lucky colour: Pale yellow. Magic number: 59 SAGITTARIUS: Cheer up! An increasing income means more luxuries of life. Socialising and attending gala events can be costly. Just as well this is an easy going day. You need a breath of fresh air and time out today. Tarot message: Strive for perfection at work. Lucky colour: Blood red. Magic number: 63 CAPRICORN: Grinding through the crowd and grid lock traffic will be annoying and frustrating if possible, make this a day of retreat and solo activity. Someone you meet today may give you a useful business tip. Tarot message: Involve yourself in a new project as much as possible. Lucky colour: Golden yellow. Magic number: 57 AQUARIUS: A real buzz in the air evokes fresh possibilities. Today should see many of the policies, which you have been following, bearing fruits. Do not allow friends or family to distract you during study hours. Tarot message: Do not leave things up to chance.
Lucky colour: Cream. Magic number: 50 PISCES: Finance and income are in the spotlight. Matters involving spending, saving and borrowing are all worth keeping track of. Looking for a higher pay? Speak to your boss in the afternoon. Tarot message: Don’t be too certain about obtaining a clearance.
Lucky colour: Sea green. Magic number: 41
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The year ahead
If your birthday is June 13...
Health will remain fine despite a hectic routine. The year will ring in good times for entering a matrimonial alliance. You may burn slowly but steadily in love. Adapt to new techniques to increase your work efficiency. Your style and unique ways of doing things will interest people who are watching you closely. Favourable planets will bring you plenty of reasons to feel pleased. Take charge of your life where cash and other financial matters are concerned. A reshuffle of plans is likely to reveal an alarming picture of heavy spending on leisure matters and pastimes. The number four provides the organization, a stable structural foundation for any endeavour. It is represented by Rahu or Uranus which are unpredictable. The month of April and Thursdays are lucky for the number four people. Uranus is associated with innovation, rebellion and change. It can make life dramatic and difficult, but it can also shake things up, helping you kick out anything old and stale as you welcome new beginnings. You will be subject to distractions. Self-employed people could get recognition for their recent efforts, obtaining substantial financial rewards. Do not try to give opinions on the issues that you do not understand! You will win admiration if you say what you truly feel instead of what other people want to hear. You must reassess your values. Action demands awareness. Be sure you've got your facts and figures lined up and re-test the waters one more time before taking any plunge. You'll be given a new responsibility and will complete it successfully. This will lead to praise and thanks. If you cannot change things, you should move on. Spend more time getting yourself in shape and sharpening your skills. New opportunities are coming soon. A good decision may help family heal a recent problem. Several financial opportunities will knock on your door. Mood: A tad bit too aggressive 'often'. Compatible signs: Libra, Capricorn. Lucky colours: Parrot green, Lemon. Lucky days: Tuesday and Friday. Lucky numbers: 2, 19, 29, 30, 45. Lucky gem: Gomed. Lucky flower: Lilly.
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