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Being the change, actually
The prime factor of judging a student’s calibre today boils down to the fat pay package and the brand of the MNC they plan to move to. There are very few who are willing to give up the power-packed jobs today and work in the field of social service. Increasingly a lot of youngsters are seen moving towards charity and committing themselves to voluntary service. We chat up with a few and find out how they got motivated into it.
The passion to work for children pulled Neha Kaushal into working for the Guild for Service, an NGO working for women empowerment. A part of the gender resource team, Neha spent considerable time at the Maadham in Vrindavan under the programme. “It was the widow home the NGO looked after,” she shares. Having spent six weeks working for the NGO, Neha has come back a changed person. “The most surprising aspect of the training was that it’s not only women who suffer, also men,” she says. Neha witnessed several men reach a saturation point. “Several women I ran into at Maadham were abandoned by their own children. It’s the worst form of life when your own family abandons you,” says Neha, who worked as a legal advisor in the NGO. At a young age of 22, this Master’s student has seen the ground realities of life. “It was watching the real India, which hides behind the pretty face projected by the politicians. It’s not as beautiful,” she adds. If it helps a few to stand up on their own two feet, it helps the other bringing a level of satisfaction. Working with the Global Environment Concern since the last six months, Manveen has been teaching 60 students from underprivileged backgrounds. The NGO is involved in environment protection and education. “I really want to give back to the society, one way or the other,” she says. Working this way rather than going on a wild goose chase in social service brings out a different Manveen. “It is essentially being very interactive with children,” she smiles. Manveen’s evening sessions, in association with the British School, is also making her a better teacher each day. “You get one life. Each individual should work for a social cause,” Megha Goel says. All of 23, she joined Art of Living and soon she attached herself with Sewa. “We were in Barabanki, in Lucknow, and collected old clothes, necessities for the people there,” she adds. It was her sister, a clinical psychologist who motivated her to join the NGO. Surely, it has made her more humble. “I have started looking forward to life now,” she smiles. As highlighted in Satyamev Jayate’s recent episode on the atrocities on the elderly, a city-based NGO, Dadadadi, is helping protect the interest of the old. Jasmeet Kaur (26) has been an active part of the NGO and is doing all that she can to keep the elderly in high spirits. “It’s sad, but many children are deserting their parents.” For us, it is all about trying to bridge the gap and interacting with them, so that their isolation reduces,” she says. There are several who need help and these youngsters are rising to the occasion. Hope they will become role models for those who think like them!
The reason behind One thing is certain that social services shine on the resume. Several universities aboard consider it an integral factor while assessing the application forms. So is it only for credits that the youth attach themselves with NGOs or are they really inclined towards helping the society. Sushma Gupta, school administrator of the British School shares her point of view on the subject. “It’s a fine mix of both,” she says. Having come across several youth who are seriously not concerned and a few who genuinely care. “There are several who change once they get into social service, though for admissions purpose initially,” she adds. |
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Taking on the stage
For the lovers of both dance and theatre, Chandigarh Sangeet Natak Akademi brings a premier show of a dance-drama titled, Charumathi Claire Singh to be presented by Navtej Singh Johar, a renowned Bharatnatyam dancer, on July 31 evening at Tagore Theatre, sector 18, Chandigarh.
Charumathi Claire Singh weaves two narratives, one inspired by The Maids, a play by Jean Genet in which two maids engage in a daily ritual of impersonating their madam, while at the same time are plotting to kill her, and the other based on a generic life-narrativeof the devadasis, or ‘maids of the Gods,’ who were dedicated to serve in the temples and remained the main repositories of dance and music for over centuries in South India. The play freely inter-mixes contexts and characters. It challenges the possibility of self-forgetfulness, a pre-requisite for transformation. It also examines the choices male dancers make while taking up classical dance today. As we all know, Navtej Johar is a Bharatanatyam exponent and a choreographer, whose work is unique. His work freely traverses between the traditional and the avant-garde. Johar has performed at prestigious venues all
over the world and has done extensive work with several prominent international companies, including The Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Co. and The Chandralekha Group. Entry is by passes. One can collect passes from Tagore theatre and from Sangeet Natak Academy office in sector 34 state library. (Be seated at 6.30 pm at Tagore Theatre.)
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All time wonder
With few counterparts, which can match the test of time, tunics have been in fashion for more than two years now. “Tunic is still a work in progress. It is one fashion trend that fails to go out of fashion,” says designer Simple Kaur. She adds, “From designer shows in Milan to Lakme Fashion Week tunics have been showcased everywhere. The latest ones come in relaxed shapes and earthy palette in kaftan cuts. A versatile piece of clothing tunics look cool with pullovers, casual-fitted trousers and sneakers too gel well with it. Above all this is one piece of clothing that can pass of as casual as-well-as semi-formal wear.” Well, making waves nationally and internationally this wispy, light and flowing piece of clothing was initially found in fabrics like cotton but today we see it being created in crisp crepes, georgettes, silks, tissues and even chiffons. Plus a lot of contemporary styling has gone in making it an Indo-western wear. “Tunics come in all designs and patterns and they have become a fashion essential in any wardrobe,” says Seema Sharma from Impressions sector 19. She adds, “Considering that it fits all body types and hides the flab tunics are more about cuts and styles these days. From asymmetrical to sharp edges we see very less of work on tunics. Rather it is a play of colours and motifs that make tunic a dress for all occasions.”
Tunic guide
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Dream designs
Ashima Batish
What’s in: Lot of separates, with which I mean teaming up various outfits, like a skirt with a shirt and a scarf or a shirt with shorts and a half sleeve jacket. It’s time to experiment with the waistline. Go in for peplums, accentuate your slim waist. Wear dresses that are waist specific—low or high waist. As for fabrics, lots of chiffon will be used. Designs that need imagination, experimentation and are original will be popular with the fashion followers. What’s out: One piece dresses should be given some rest for sometime, which also includes jumpsuits. Anything that reduces the chances of adding layers to clothes is out for sure. Colour couture: There is for sure a resurgence of blues. As of now, lighter hues of blues are in, later in winters the shift will be made to darker, deeper ones. For example, as of now, jewel tones of blue are the best bet. In winters, shift to Indigo. Indians love colours, so even yellow will be a hit in winters. Dressed to the nines: Sonam Kapoor has a made a name for herself as a fashion icon. But I still believe the winner is Deepika Padukone. She has a lot of potential; she can experiment really well with her looks. She is blessed with a dream body, which sports ethnic and Western equally well. Leading in fashion: Coco Chanel changed the face of the fashion industry, with her contemporary designs. She liberated women from the shackles of what men thought women should wear. Party couture: Replace the little black dress with a sizzling red one. It will for sure look hotter and Indians should never shy away from colours. On the Indian fashion industry: Our fashion industry is evolving with each day. We are going more international, getting more clients from all over the world. All we now need is a bit of government support, so that we can come at par with the well-established industries of the West. Colour therapy: Creations by Anupamaa Dayal
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Back up Renu Sabberwal
Technique of attaining the posture Sit on the floor with both the legs stretched out in front, with some distance between them. Fold the left leg at the knee and bring the knee near the chest. Keeping the right leg on the floor, fold it at the knee. With the help of the hands, draw the right heel along the floor towards the perineum and fix it there. In order to prevent the shifting of the heel from that position turn the right toe outward. Now, without moving the left buttock, take the left ankle near the right knee with the help of right hand. Place the left sole on the floor on the outer side of the right knee. With this, the left knee will come over to the right side near the armpit. As you do this, give support to the right foot with your left hand. After this pressing the left knee with the left hand, bring it towards the right armpit. Simultaneously, take the right armpit towards the left side. Now pressing the left knee gently into the right armpit straighten the right hand. Hook the left big toe with the right hand index finger. Turn your face to the left, and keep left hand on the floor near the right buttock. Twist the upper portion of the body to the left side. Breathe normal during the asana. Releasing of asana. Take away the left palm. Turn the face to the front. Pressing the left thigh with the left hand; unlock the left knee, below the right armpit. Straighten the right leg and then the left leg to assume the starting position. Repeat the same sequence of operation on the opposite side to give twist to the upper body to the right side. Thus it makes the complete round of matsyendrasdana. Maintain this posture for five to ten counts. You can do two rounds of this practice. Benefits
Mentally stronger
(Renu is a Ludhiana-based yoga expert) (As told to Ponam Bindra)
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Culinary king
It is the simple basic ingredient used in all forms of cooking. But, not many must be aware that it was this simple ingredient that paved way for India’s revolution. A part of several common movie dialogues, it gives maximum body to the meal. It’s salt! Bringing the magic of salt carefully shaken and stirred with a song, Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi, comes to Chandigarh.
Being a North Indian, Harpal was just waiting for the right opportunity to come here and finally found it. “It has been overwhelming to see the response my show, Turban Tarka on Food Food has got,” he says. It is the simple format of display, with a tinge of humour and energy which has changed the essence of the show. “It’s good to know how people just love to watch the show,” he adds. And of course, his song Namak Shamak Namak Shamak Daal Dete hain, has a story of its own. Being a cheerful person himself, Harpal wanted to introduce the fun element in his show. “If salt is missing, all other ingredients in the dish become invalid. Hence, the song,” he smiles. The show is also busy bringing families together. The song surely has stormed a revolution on the dining tables across India. “The basic idea of food is also to bring families together,” he says. It is his innovation, not only in cooking but in his show which is adding the right flavour. “My idea is to get innovative with ingredients and provide alternatives to the ingredients,” he says. Keeping everything else aside, the fact that women are getting choosy with vegetables bothers Harpal. “The level of nutrition among children is reducing. It’s very important today to camouflage health and give it to the child,” he says. Believing in a wholesome diet, Harpal’s way of cooking a white pumpkin will definitely make a child drool and want for more. Inspired out of watching his father cook on Sundays, it was this that laid the foundation of Harapal’s cooking genius. Trained under names like Ustad Habib Pasha and Begum Mumtaz Khan, Harpal’s niche is Hydrabadi food. Creator of Ayurveda cuisine, Harpal is busy focusing on creating food according to the weather and health. “Our parents and grandparents used to practise it very well,” he says. Like, no one would really tell you that leafy vegetables should be avoided in rainy season. “No one reacts very well to such statements,” he adds. With Indian food getting reinvented worldwide, Harpal is glad that Indian food continues to hold international fancy as well. With a huge digital presence, Harpal adds chillies and spices to make some gastronomic meals.
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Find a happy you
Be Positive! Haven’t we heard that one too many times? I being a great propagator of these words myself would say that it is perhaps one of the greatest ways of letting go of stress. Positive psychology research has found, we do have quite a bit of ‘wiggle room’ and can alter our habitual thought patterns by actively changing the way we choose to see things. If we challenge negative thinking patterns and replace them with more positive patterns, it becomes our habit and we can create a new set point for happiness
The big five Everyone is born with a ‘set point’ for some traits which are called the big five in psychology: openness, agreeableness, extroversion, conscientiousness and neuroticism. Racing thoughts always constantly lead to physical tension as well when you are under the onslaught of stress, it’s hard not to think about it. You have to target ways and means to find the peace within Positive attitude Optimism and laughter while enjoyable in their own right bring benefits like health, longevity and a decrease in stress. A positive attitude can be cultivated meaning if you by habit don’t look at the brighter side of life you can change it. Just make the effort to cultivate the attitude that can bring in greater health, happier relationships and more luck in life compared to what you seem to get with a grouchy disposition. Learning experiences Hardships are seen as learning experience by optimists and even the most miserable day has a promise of ‘tomorrow will be better’. If you always see the brighter side you may experience more positive events in your life than others. Find yourself less stressed and even enjoy greater health benefits. Better health In a study of 99 students at Harvard University it was found that those who were optimists at 25 years of age were significantly healthier at ages 45 and 60 than those who were pessimists. Other research also shows that pessimists have a greater risk of getting sick when they reach adulthood and middle age. Greater achievement Seligman has also analysed the explanatory styles of sports teams and found that most optimistic teams created more synergy, performed better than the pessimistic ones. Pessimists are more vulnerable to defeat. Persistence pays Optimists don’t give up easily as pessimists do and are therefore more likely to achieve success. Donald Trump went bankrupt several times but persisted and turned his failure into millions. Emotional health In a study of clinically depressed patients it was discovered that 12 weeks of cognitive therapy, meaning reframing a persons thought process worked better than drugs. Patients with this training could handle setbacks better. Long life When one lives a life with a positive attitude you naturally increase your life span as this has a direct relationship with you stress levels. Less stress Optimists tend to experience less stress than realists. They believe in themselves and their abilities. Expect good things to happen and see negative events as minor setbacks to be easily overcome and view positive events as further evidence of good things to come. (Singh is a Chandigarh based psychotherapist)
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Tweetie pie
Shah Rukh Khan
@iamsrk Driving down the road to studio...20 yrs or so i have traveled this way. Hit by its familiarity..the road which one day hit me with stardom. Yes, Shah Rukh, we can be certain that even aliens are aware of your stardom. Manish Malhotra ? @ManishMalhotra1 Olympics and the super buzz here in london :best time to be here We cross are fingers that you are not designing anything for international Olympics. It’s not a national arena, we are talking everything Briton. Has to be great. Priyanka Chopra @priyankachopra Dinner with team PC LA tonight!Thank you for a great journey full of new beginnings..thank you for believing..now it's all a matter of time. After the disaster in Teri Meri Kahani and you looking like a grown up kid, we can just hope whatever your next beginning is, it is the real Priyanka. Madhuri Dixit-Nene @MadhuriDixit1 Took the family on a short trip out of Mumbai to coastal Maharashtra. It is so green and beautiful here. Our forefathers are from this area. Yes, next up share details about your ancestral property, your heirloom jewellery, vintage cars and family tree.
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Star track
The half-Indian half-German Evelyn Sharma, who made news as Bollywood's latest fashionista sometime ago, seems to be emerging the first foreigner after Katrina Kaif to get a good grip on Bollywood.
The newbie hasn’t even completed a year in the industry yet, but has just tucked her fifth film in her over-flowing kitty this week. Evelyn will
now also be seen playing a lead with Vicky Donor star Ayushmann Khurrana, Delhi Belly fame Kunal Roy Kapur and newcomer Pooja Salvi in Rohan Sippy’s next! When Sippy offered Evelyn “a beautiful role” with her friend and Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani co-star Kunal Roy Kapur; she did not hesitate a bit and jumped on board with enthusiasm. “Having shot for four movies, my acting and especially my Hindi diction, have improved a lot,” quips the girl, who in spite of her half-foreign origins, dubs for herself. Evelyn will be seen making her debut with a funky role in the comedy From Sydney With Love releasing in the first week of August. Directed by veteran filmmaker Pramod Chakravorty’s grandson Prateek Chakravorty, the film’s songs and promos have already gained good popularity with the youth. The girl is also working hard towards her first full-length lead in T-Series’ next tentatively titled Class of 2013. She plays a glamorous dream girl in the movie, which happens to be the directorial debut of Super Cassettes icon Bhushan Kumar’s enterprising wife Divya Khosla Kumar. That apart, Evelyn plays a very spiritual
girl opposite Prateik Babbar in Issaq and a sexy ditz in Ayan Mukerji’s Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani; the Ranbir Kapoor-Deepika Padukone starrer under Karan Johar’s banner Dharma Productions.
Theron angry with Stewart
Charlize Theron is reportedly angry with her Snow White co-star Kristen Stewart over her affair with director Rupert Sanders. Theron, who played the evil queen opposite Stewart's Snow White, is a good friend of Sanders' wife Liberty Ross.
The actress apparently feels betrayed by Stewart as she had become quite close with her during the shooting of the movie. "Charlize is absolutely fuming with Kristen for having an affair with Rupert. She is very tight with Liberty, has often socialised with the family over dinner, and cannot believe Kristin has done this," a source said. Stewart, 22, issued a public apology this week after her affair became public. Sanders, who has two children with Ross, followed suit. The Twilight actress is reportedly struggling to save her relationship with Robert Pattinson. "This momentary indiscretion has jeopardised the most important thing in my life, the person I love and respect the most, Rob. I love him, I love him, I'm so sorry," Stewart had said in her statement. —
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Sunny day for promotions
Mélange of movies
The 12th Osian’s Cinefan Festival of Asian and Arab Cinema, heralded the start of a new era by highlighting freedom of creative thought and expression along with social objectives as its hallmark. As a mark of this tribute to creative thought, the Lifetime Achievement Award named after the Festival’s founder Aruna Vasudev was presented to renowned Egyptian critic Samir Farid. The 12th Osian’s Cinefan Film Festival being held from July 27 to August 5 will screen as many as 175 films from around 38 countries from India, Asia and the Arab world. It will have 15 World premieres, 8 International premieres, 104 Indian premieres, and 13 Asian premieres. The screenings include 61 shorts. The event began with a tribute to India’s first superstar Rajesh Khanna who passed away recently with the showing of clips from some of his best films including popular song sequences. Samir Farid, accepting the award as ‘a great honour from a great country’, said he loved cinema and film criticism was an expression of this. He noted that Egypt had been facing bad times, and the arts were in danger in the hands of Islamic fanatics. But he said he would continue to fight for creative freedom as religion and art were two different things.
Born this way
Lady Gaga's fans were in for a surprise when the pop star posted a naked picture of herself on micro-blogging site Twitter.
The photo showed the 26-year-old hugging her knees to her chest as she reclined in an armchair. She also wore fairly little make-up and her long blonde hair was hanging loose down her shoulders. Gaga, who is known for her erratic dressing sense, has previously posted semi-nude photos online as well. The Born This Way hitmaker will soon make her acting debut in Machete Kills, starring alongside Amber Heard, Sofia Vergara and Mel Gibson. Gaga will play a femme fatale called La Chameleon. — PTI
Guess who's scared of Randeep Hooda?
Diana Penty was scared of Randeep Hooda while shooting with him in Cocktail. His character is aggressive and foul-mouthed and Diana was actually scared of him in those scenes and did not need to act, simply react. Meanwhile, if you look closely, you will find Randeep dancing in the song Tumhi ho bandhu.
Hit show
Kya Super Kool Hai Hum has got mixed to decent reviews and the shows are full. This one might become a bigger hit than the original. The previous comic Hindi (Cocktail and Bol Bachchan) releases are still running and English competition comes from The Dark Knight Rises and Ice Age 4.
Why is PC hurt?
It’s common for celebrities to get attacked by people who dislike them on Twitter. Priyanka Chopra, the ex-Miss World is apparently ‘very hurt’ by some of the comments posted about her and family.
The actress, who had been missing from the social-networking for almost two weeks, explained why she has been avoiding it. “Sorry i disappeared. I was very hurt by a few haters who i seem to expose myself to by tweeting..but then i also realised how much luv most of u have shown me..So here I am..cautious..but real..love to all who share love..cause thats all I'm here to do..for anyone else..c ya!” she tweeted. Moreover, the actress has been targeted by the media and public for her alleged link-ups with co-stars Shah Rukh Khan and Shahid Kapoor. And the fans of SRK, Sasha and other actors keep attacking her online! Poor girl.
Jessica, Justin engaged
Actress Jessica Biel has finally admitted that she is engaged to singer-actor Justin Timberlake.
The 30-year-old called the Bad Teacher actor her "fiancé" for the first time on the Jay Leno show. Talking about a trip to Puerto Rico, she said, "I was visiting my fiancé there. He's shooting a film there. So I'm vacationing. I'm having the best time of my life. It's fantastic," she said. The couple were thought to have got engaged last December, after a five year relationship but they have made no official announcement and have never talked about the engagement. The actress was recently pictured wearing a gold necklace with the name 'Justin' as she went out and about in LA. —
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Steamy scenes
This question was raised by a journalist who thought that the RA.One actor’s chemistry with the soon-to-be begum was too steamy for the Nawab’s comfort… There is no doubt that Madhur Bhandarkar’s Heroine belongs to his leading lady, Kareena Kapoor. But as Arjun Rampal said at the trailer launch, “A heroine is incomplete without a hero.” Highlights of Kareena’s film include the intimate scenes with her costars, Arjun and Randeep Hooda. Arjun was asked about his experience of doing these sequences with Bebo. He said, “Don’t remind me of such moments. They were very wonderful moments. They will stay with me for the rest of my life,” he said jokingly. So did he get any threatening calls from a certain somebody, he was asked? Obviously, ‘somebody’ would be Kareena’s fiancé Saif Ali Khan. “Saif and I are like a band of bandits. We have respect for each other and he knows I am a gentleman, so no calls were made,” was his sporting reply.
Sallu’s influence
Salman Khan worked at his own pace for Ek Tha Tiger and had differences with director Kabir Khan. They took a while to come on the same page.
He even had a say in Katrina's scenes and costumes, especially the black blouse and yellow skirt in Mashallah. She had to put a little jacket on.
Bond’s retro feel
A scent inspired by the James Bond series, titled James Bond 007, is being released in September ahead of Skyfall, the 23rd movie in the British spy franchise.
The James Bond aftershave is inspired by the '60s
and in addition to notes of apple and sandalwood, it will have a retro feel. Bill Brace, vice president of fashion brands for P&G Prestige, which is housing the fragrance, said "The aromatic feugere fragrance family came to prominence in the 60s - it was unmistakably masculine - mossy and ferny. "But that was a while ago, so we wanted to move it on and give it a much more modern and sophisticated
shell, which is why there's fresh apple, cardamom, sandalwood and vetiver." Although currently marketed for men, a women's perfume may also be in the works. —PTI
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Looking for better work
Beautiful Sangeeta Ghosh who has been missing from TV is thinking of returning to acting. Her last appearance was Zara Nachke Dikha season 2 and she took a long break post that. She claims she is more mature now, and wants substantial roles.
Wedding bells
Yash Sinha and Amrapali Gupta who were dating for four years have decided to get married.
They are planning a wedding in November this year.
Yash Sinha is seen in Zee TV’s Afsar Bitiya while Amrapali was in a Sahara One show. The wedding will be held in
Lucknow.
On the hit-list
Gaurav Khanna, who is presently seen in Byaah Hamari Bahu Ka on Sony, speaks about his all time favourite films. Read on to find out which ones they are.
Andaaz Apna Apna Andaaz Apna Apna is an all time favourite. I love the Amar Prem jokes in it. Aamir and Salman Khan have given one of their best performances in this movie. This is one film where I know all the dialogues by heart. Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge
This is the best romantic film of my school era. It has Shah Rukh at his best and I love all the songs in it. Who can forget Ruk Ja O Dil Diwane, Mehandi Lagake Rakhna and others? Titanic This is a classic of modern cinema. It’s an amazing film in all aspects. Right from the acting by Leonardo Di Caprio and Kate Winslet to direction to music everything about it is perfect. Gladiator This is again is a sad story told so beautifully with the idea of a real hero. It is an inspirational story that I can just keep watching. The Mask This is my favourite Jim Carrey film. His performance in it is just fantastic. The Mask is a total entertainer that one can watch to get pepped up. Terminator 2 This is my all time favourite science fiction/action movie. I even tried copying Arnold Schwarzenegger during schooldays. So I have funny memories revolving around this movie. — HRM
The darlings of the small screen Abhay and Kkusum are back. Anuj Saxena and Nausheen Ali are back together after nearly eight years of hiatus in Kkusum. One of the most popular television shows in its times, Kkusum had scores of viewers who made Anuj Saxena and Nausheen Ali a popular household name. What can be more exciting to know that today they are coming back together as anchors of a thriller tentatively titled Crimes of Passion to be telecasted on Big TV. The show is based on true stories dealing with crimes of love and passion and the atrocities against women mired in its trap. This half an hour show will be aired from Monday to Thursday in the prime time slot.
Music and lyrics
Dakssh Ajit Singh, of Maryaada fame will release his debut music album in September. The album is being launched by Times Music and will have 10 numbers with a mix of romance, Sufiana and fusion songs. The music is by Surender Bachchanji his Guru and Dakssh says this album was his dad’s dream.
Working hard
Hard work is a given on TV and recently Shrenu Parekh aka Rajnibala in Byaah Hamari Bahu Ka realised the same. She fainted on the sets due to exhaustion while working. She recovered after some time and resumed the shoot.
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Astro turf
ARIES: You start the day on a philosophical mood. Ventures may fail when associates withdraw support. Genius is simply being able to look at a problem from new angles, so apply your own brainpower. Tarot message: Must learn to accept responsibility for self and others. Lucky colour: Mauve. Magic number: 25
TAURUS: A few people could be making waves today. You will not be able to have things your own way. Marital difficulties can be eased through a mutual friend who might be able to put the issue into perspective for both of you. Tarot message: Your determination to succeed will pay dividends. Lucky colour: Saffron. Magic number: 44 GEMINI: Emotions must not be allowed to rule your head. A personal project may have to be put aside. Cooperation is the only way that you will get what you want without stepping on too many toes. Tarot message: Use your instinct to get into the top circle of power. Lucky color: Peach. CANCER: Money problems will continue to crowd in. Stay calm even if people around you are losing their heads. Check if you are making progress toward achieving your goals or dreams. Tarot message: Do not divest assets or transact in uncertain matters. Lucky colour: Orange. LEO: Students may suffer from lack of activities. Start making the changes you keep talking about, a new diet, an exercise regimen or dating. An unsatisfactory relationship can come to an end bringing all the heartache. Tarot message: Emphasis on spiritual needs. Lucky colour: Yellow. VIRGO: Your card “The Lovers” signifies that a friendly and helpful atmosphere surrounds you. People are likely to be drawn to you now. Have a massage and facial while you are out. LIBRA: A chance to get in with the movers and shakers can come your way. Don’t make a secret of your aims. A romance might have reached the stage of moving in together. Tarot message: You will be happier if you retain the fruit of your hard work. SCORPIO: Keep a clear in mind, as you are likely to face too many irons in the fire. You are in danger of blowing your budget if you don’t practice restraint. SAGITTARIUS: Watch your thought as they may spin you into depression. Jogging, walking and helping another human being are all effective tasks. Do not speculate. Tarot message: Consolidate your gains instead of throwing security to the winds. Lucky colour: Brown. CAPRICORN: Gossip will b ring you down and you might hear something you would rather not know. A class in music, dance or theater will give them expression in the company of like-minded people. Tarot message: Frankness and ability to state the truth are your strong points. Lucky colour: Crimson. Magic number: 33 AQUARIUS: Be compassionate and try not to judge harshly. You may bow out of a social event to spend more time with your loved ones. Take a moment to be grateful for those small things that make everyday life so full and rewarding. Tarot message: Avoid frictions with business partners. Lucky colour: Pink. Magic number: 41 PISCES: Changes at work will bring favourable results. Do not take people on face value. Powerful emotions can ruffle calm. Once you settle down, the reality won’t be so bad. You should focus on your home and family. Tarot message: Your own aims, ideas, opinion matter a lot. Lucky colour: Peach. Magic number: 30
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The year ahead
If your birthday is July 30...
Too much travelling will put you in frenzy. Certain important work will come to a halt due to financial trouble. Don't mix business with pleasure. Some of you will undertake a distant journey, which will be hectic-but highly rewarding. You'll have a great deal of initiative and be very gentle towards your partner. Do not waste your time in criticising others as it may affect your health. You should look twice at investment schemes that are presented to you today. Watch out what you say when you are in a group. Think twice before you take on any new project. If you run from a situation- it will follow you in the worst possible way. Change your diet to improve your health. Do not overspend on household luxuries. Money position will improve definitely but health of an infant in the family might require medical attention. Try to stay away from gossip and rumours. Do not let this get to you down as things will soon go smoothly once more. If this is your first job, you'll be encouraged to set new targets and you'll have heaps of initiative. Try not to overdo things or rush. Your past achievements will give you more weight than your current success. After you read between the lines and you finally appreciate your supporters, you must send a word of thanks to your fans. Entertaining visitors or travelling to see family yourself may increase spending. Your income is likely to increase and the entire procedure of work is likely to move smoothly, encouraging you further. The processes that were moving slowing will speed up. The time is also good for your business/work and you may achieve important milestones in life. Your efforts may be noticed, rewarded and you may slip into a very comfortable space with a pal. One issue appears to open your eyes to another. You should go easy on your nervous system and control your edginess. Try to be more cautious because you are inclined to strange, even stupid accidents and the possible problems might be difficult to treat, involving unusual methods. Mood: Creative, cheerful and expansive. Compatible signs: Taurus, Aquarius. Lucky colours: Mint cream, Royal blue. Lucky days: Saturday and Sunday. Lucky numbers: 2, 4, 19, 29, 90
Sonu started hosting Sa Re Ga Ma, a television singingtalent competition, Besides Sa Re Ga Ma, Sonu Nigam has also hosted the TV show Kisme Kitna Hai Dum. He has not taken up acting since his last venture Love in Nepal. Astrologically he will be outstanding in singing than acting.
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India has contributed much to the global fashion scene. From paisleys, ikat and batik, to the sari drape, churidaar and off late the dhoti elements, there have been influences in embellishments, prints and dyeing techniques, but out of all tunics have been a sheer versatility. Seen in almost all fashion collections, they are for now a never-dying fashion trend and have the quality to fit any body type.
She is one designer who loves to experiment. Anupamaa Dayal’s Sarini, a concept of sari draped around shorts affirms her different designing sensibilities. She wasn’t really applauded for her out-of-the-box idea. But then she has been showcasing her collection at the Paris Fashion Week, which is quite an achievement. She shares her idea of fashion for the season.
There are many asanas giving a twist to the spinal column. Among these, Matsyendrasana is considered the most effective one. Matsyendrasana, the half spinal twist, is ninth in the sequence of 12 basic postures of hatha yoga. It benefits the posture in a big way, but the most important is that the entire length of the spine receives a lateral twist in both directions - first to the left and then to the right through this asana.
Sonu Nigam (July 30, 1973, Faridabad) featured in numerous Bollywood and Kannada movies. Sonu's acting career started as a child artist in a number of films including 1983s
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