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	Poetic singer Singer Rabbi Shergill believes that Punjab needs good poets for the music industry to prosper Gurvinder Singh With the flashes of grey in the beard, dhoti pants and a half jacket over his t-shirt, he seemingly defines trends and creates his own style. And he performed at the Hub in Ludhiana. We caught up non-conformist Rabbi Shergill to find out what new strings are strumming in his maverick mind. His latest album III has been well-received despite independent music not getting enough space on TV or radio, thanks to the torrent of Bollywood, but his kind of music is popular with his listeners who are the “niche within niche within niche”. “Although independent music is struggling elsewhere, here in Punjab it continues to be immensely popular,” says Rabbi. After III, Rabbi is busy writing. “It is not necessarily poetry; I would like to see it taking a concrete form, but is just free-flowing writing,” says this lover of literature. “I am interested in writing screenplays, as I feel films can really change the society,” he says. Does writing enrich a musician? “I can’t say that because there have been and are musicians who can do stupendous things with their voice, for example what Javed Bashir achieves with his voice is amazing,” he says. “Despite technical capabilities getting better, for Punjabi music to flourish we need poets and good poetry in music. How would the language prosper otherwise? The touch of the likes of Prof Pooran Singh, Shiv Kumar Batalwi and Dalip Kaur Tiwana is missing now,” he says. “We need poets, Punjab needs poets,” he signs off strongly.
	Have feet, will dance Dance instructor Jasmeet K Shan feels there is no human being in this world who can’t dance Sabia Talwar “When you dance, your purpose is not to get to a certain place on the floor. It's to enjoy each step along the way.” These words said by Wayne Dyer go for anyone who dances just to have fun. Jasmeet K Shan’s Dance Dacha, a dance academy, which has completed one year, believes in those words. On the dance journey, says Jasmeet, “I had been teaching dance earlier but it was only last year while working in an advertisement agency that I decided to take my dream to a new level.” The dancing diva worked hard to get things organised. “My mother suggested an appropriate name for my dance school which was Jaskshan’s Dance Dacha. Dacha is a Russian word and it means second home.” Jasmeet feels dance has everything to do with emotions. “The zeal to dance should come from within.” Age no bar is what they follow at Dance Dacha. “I have students right from the age of three to a sixty-eight-year old. And trust me every age group has their own respective patterns which are to be kept in mind while teaching them the art.” Jasmeet’s institute offers a variety of dance forms. “I have a seven-month course to teach zoomba.” To list a few there are Latin American dances like jive, cha-cha and samba. And do fitness and dance have a direct relationship? “Totally, both go hand-in-hand and we have started a new concept ‘Dan-Yog’ which is a combination of dance and yoga.” Jasmeet is upbeat about her anniversary celebrations. “We will start the day with dance lessons for orphans and senior citizens of Kartar Asara Old age and Orphanage Home, students of Blind School, Sector-26, Chandigarh on August 7. Morning walkers of Floral Garden will tap their feet on August 9 and finally on August 11 a finale at Sukhna Lake where anyone can come in and join us.” So, are you ready to dance? sabiatalwar@tribunemail.com
	Play with words It was an event dedicated to literature, with writers in Punjabi, Hindi and Urdu coming along to share their stories. Starting with some stories about the roots and moving onto the social problems of the day. Subhash Sharma, former senior audit officer and Punjabi short story writer, author of three anthologies of fiction Plot Mil Gaya, Mallah and Ashtiyaan, read a story titled Bhatti. A story that effectively recreated a rural scene from the interiors of Punjab, showing the changes that take place with the passage of time. Rajinder Kanaujia, a medical doctor by profession and having to his credit, more than half a dozen books of poetry and prose in Hindi, spoke about his story titled Jantar Mantar. Last but not the least, Urdu writer Renu Behl, author of four collections of short stories, read Kabza. The event was a continuation of the monthly goshthis that CSA has been holding in order to promote literature and creativity in the city. — TNS
	Par Excellence Toe and heel impact Jesse Grewal The marks on the golf club created by the ball can tell us about the shape of the golf swing. If you take a look at someone’s irons even before they hit a shot it can give you an idea on their golf swing. If the irons have wear marks on the toe of the club head, the swing would generally be steep or out to in and the player would tend to hit a ‘pull slice’. If the marks are more towards the heel or the hosel, the swing would generally be from in to out and the player would hit many ‘push’ shots which could also end up as ‘push hooks’. These players would also hit a few ‘shanks’. In the case of marks or impact of the toe the swing is approaching the ball from an outwards path and moving inwards and with a follow through action which would be low and around the body. When the club is coming to the ball from an outward path it will come inwards to make contact with the ball and this inward path creates an impact towards the toe of the club. The initial direction of the shot would be to the left (for right handed golfers) with the ball then turning to the right or ‘slicing’. This out to in path also creates a steep angle of approach which leads to big divots and a loss of distance due to the increased back spin rate on the ball. To avoid the deep divots the player could tend to raise his spine or get up and this could lead to a loss of balance. When the club is coming from inside or behind, the body on the downswing it would tend to move away from the body on the follow through. This in to out path of the swing would lead to impact of the heel of the club and a ball starting to the right or away from the body. The swing would be too shallow and there would be very little divot. The club could hit the ground behind the ball too with a thin divot. An excessive in to out path would lead to ‘shanks’. Corrections can begin only if we can diagnose the problem. (Grewal has coached several national champions and professionals apart from being coach of the Indian golf team for the Eisenhower Cup (World Cup) in 2008. He is currently the Director of National Golf Academy of India and CGA Hero Honda Golf Academy. If you have any queries get in touch with him at parexcellence@tribunemail.com)
	TUNE IN Popular phenomenon Manpriya Singh They’d only play Dancing Queen by Abba as the background score in Ms Congeniality and not a dark dingy song by a death metal band. Pop music sells! Tune into the one dozen radio stations; what they are playing at any time of the day is popular music. The genre that appeals to the average Joe walking down the road is the “popular” music. There might not be artistic depth as in classical music but there is certainly a mass appeal. Play it up and turn everybody on, even the musical snoots. As a genre, pop is very eclectic and colourful, often taking in other styles and elements including, urban, dance, rock, Latin and country. Nevertheless, certain core elements define and segregate pop. Elements like short to medium length songs, repeated choruses, catchy tunes and last but not the least, the strong orientation towards the singles charts. Hall of fame The pop hall of fame, at least for this decade, belongs to the likes of Justin Bieber and Justin Timberlake. So bring in Britney Spears, Rihanna, Backstreet Boys, Christina Aguilera and Lady Gaga. And who can forget the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, the artists who made the genre even more popular than it already is. You might be a classical purist but it’s hard not to give in to foot tapping beats and easy popular lyrics. Name any pop artist; Britney Spears for her One More Time or Frank Sinatra, chances are you’ve heard their songs. After all, pop music is what comprises the best selling singles and the Billboard figures. Youngster’s take Often labeled as “superficial music” that does not do anything progressive in the field of music, it still has a fan following. Shares Simrat Chahal student of B.Sc Home Science, “I love all sorts of commercial music. You don’t have to make an effort to be updated since it is playing all over. My current favourite remains Rihanna including her Under My Umbrella.” She adds, “I know a lot of people who proudly boast of evolved music tastes and label that sort of thing as junk, but the truth is this kind of music is the most relaxing and foot tapping.” There might be a debate but we are sure her school of thought enjoys a lot of support. It’s a genre that never fails to appeal to one and all. “How can you not like the likes of Enrique Iglesias?” questions Mansi Mahajan, student of English Hons, Panjab University, before moving onto her long list of favourites. “I like Madonna’s Ray of Light and Michael Jackson’s Billie Jean and Britney Spears One More Time; they are all happy and peppy songs that uplift the mood instantly. Lot of my friends object to my hearing this genre. But I feel music should be understandable.” manpriya@tribunemail.com
	HEART TALK Don’t try too hard to please Parvesh Rana I have recently joined a new organisation, which is a nice place. But I feel my colleagues are not very happy to work with me. They hardly interact or even pass a smile. I have tried to strike a conversation many a time, but nothing works. What should I do? Kruti, Chandigarh I think it is too early to pass judgements about your colleagues. Give them time to know you better. And stop trying too hard to please. Remember you are there to work and not make relationships. But in that process if you make good friends, it is a bonus. I am 18 and my parents do not allow me to take phone calls at night. They insist that I should hand them the phone every night and collect it the following day. This irritates me to no end. Deepika, Chandigarh This sounds a little strange, but I am sure they have a reason for this. Why don’t you talk it out with them and ask them what are their apprehensions? If it is too unreasonable, you can always look for a solution. I think parents become too protective for their kids in this age. You needn’t worry too much. (Rana is a television anchor)
	Master Chef Everything fishy Sumant Dadhwal Grilled fish with mustard balsamic dressing Ingredients Fish fillet I (can be of sole or bassa) Asparagus 6 spears Red pepper and yellow pepper 1 each Mashed potato 1(mix with olive oil salt and pepper) French beans 8 Zuchinni 1 Carrot 1 Broccoli 3-4 florets Lemon 2 Balsamic vinegar Olive oil 30 ml Mustard paste 10 gm Salt & pepper to taste Makes for one person Method Cut fish fillet into steaks (Two pieces of 80 gm each) Marinade with mustard, salt pepper, lemon juice and olive oil. Wash and cut zuchinni, carrot, beans, asparagus, coloured pepper into batons. Cook in salted water. Toss in olive oil and keep aside. Mix together mustard, lemon juice, olive oil and salt pepper to make a dressing and keep aside. Grill the fish till cooked on both sides. Assemble on plate, first mashed potato on top of it one fish steak then batons of vegetables then other piece of fish steak. Arrange the broccoli florets around Drizzle with mustard dressing and balsamic vinegar. Garnish with lemon wedge and serve (Dadhwal is an executive chef with Taj Chandigarh)
	Three decades later… Almost after three decades, veteran filmmaker Govind Nihalani is all set to make a sequel of his 1983 hit cop drama Ardh Satya. The highly acclaimed film had Om Puri, Amrish Puri, Smita Patil, Naseeruddin Shah, and Sadashiv Amrapurkar in the lead. The protagonist, played by Om Puri, is a policeman struggling with the evils around him and with his own frailties. "We are working on the sequel of Ardh Satya. Producer Manmohan Shetty has been really keen to make a sequel. We’ve been toying with this idea for a long time now. Finally we have decided to go ahead with it," Nihalani said. "The story will move ahead from where the original story ended with cop (Om Puri) behind the bars. So we explore what happens when he comes out of jail as an old man after serving his sentence for killing the goon Rama Shetty," he said. Ardh Satya considered to be one of the best cop films made in India, had won many awards and it went on to become a landmark project in the history of cinema. "We thought of calling it Ardh Satya 2. We are still working on the script and hopefully by the end of this year or early next year we will go on floors," he said. At a time when cop dramas like Dabangg, Singham are doing well at the box office, this seems to be the right time for the sequel. Ask the filmmaker about the same and he says, "We are not cashing in on anything. The idea of a sequel was thought of long back. It’s just that things have finalised now. The sequel will be very different from the kind of cop dramas that we have seen recently." Ardh Satya 2 will be a contemporary cop film not a remake of any South movie. Ours is a fresh story," Nihalani said. The makers have not yet finalised the star cast for the sequel, but they hope to retain veteran actor Om Puri. “We would love to have Om Puri in the film. His character in the sequel will be of an older man. Apart from this, we have not thought of the main star cast yet," Nihalani said. — PTI
	Kareena and Imran set to sizzle again After their sizzling chemistry in Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu, actors Kareena Kapoor and Imran Khan will again team up for Karan Johar's untitled home production, to be directed by Punit Malhotra. "We are making a film with Kareena and Imran in the lead. Karan is producing the film and I would be directing it. We are very happy to have Kareena and Imran on board with us," Punit said. Released in February earlier this year, Kareena and Imran's romantic comedy Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu, produced by Karan and directed by Shakun Batra, was a hit. On the untitled venture, Punit said, "It is a romantic movie, as well as a little more than that. It is tough to be put in a genre. It is different from I Hate Luv Storys. It is not a rom-com, but definitely a romantic film, a little more serious." So, if it is a mature love story, Punit said, "I can't talk about it (the film)." The film is likely to go on floors later this year or next year. "We are waiting to lock dates (of actors). Hopefully we will start shooting for it from this year or may be next year," Punit said. This is Punit's second directorial venture after I Hate Luv Storys that had Imran Khan and Sonam Kapoor in the lead. — PTI
	Eminem thought of quitting rap Rapper Eminem says he almost quit his rapping career when he got booed at his first show. The Slim Shady hit maker said in the documentary, Something From Nothing: The Art of Rap, that he was so embarrassed that he considered to back off, reported a website. "The first time I rapped in front of actual people that mattered, in a club, I got booed. And it was very traumatic for me. I just remember it being so traumatic, and I think I went home and I was like, man, I quit," he said. But the 39-year-old couldn't stick to his plan for long and got back to work. "You know a week later, a day later, an hour later I got the urge, and I was like, I gotta get up, I gotta do it again. I certainly feel like if it wasn't for rap, obviously, I wouldn't be here, but it gave me my voice, it gave me my outlook, it gave me strength, you know what I came back from, overdose and without rap I wouldn't be able to do a thing," he added. Today he’s one of the top rap stars. — PTI
	Patch work Rapper Jay-Z reportedly wants R&B star Rihanna to reconcile with ex-flame Chris Brown. The couple had dated in 2008 but parted ways after Brown admitted to assaulting Rihanna physically, reported a publication online. "Jay-Z sees Rihanna like a daughter and has sent his right-hand man Jay to Barbados to see what's going on with her and Chris," a source said. "She admitted they're pretty much back on and Jay told her they're all behind her and want her to be happy," the source added. She came up with a lot of songs based on their abusive relationship. — PTI
	Bieber hunts online for his next tour Believe it or not! Teen pop sensation Justin Bieber has launched an online search for dancers for his Believe tour. The 18-year-old singer and his tour director Jon M Chu are giving people, who do not live in Los Angeles, a chance to win an audition by posting video clips of themselves on YouTube, reported a website. "Justin also has such a huge online component, that's where he was discovered. You can upload your own video and audition," Jon said. The pair has already been auditioning dancers in LA this week as preparations get underway. Meanwhile, it has been reported that Bieber is preparing for his tour by studying the late Michael Jackson's moves. — PTI
	Kate wears the pants! Actress Kate Beckinsale says while her husband Len Wiseman is the director on film sets, she is the boss at home. The duo met on the sets of Underworld. Beckinsale has since appeared in several of his films, including the new Total Recall remake. The 39-year-old actress said that it is strange when she has to let him take control as it is a different scene when they are at home, reported a website. "Normally he's taking direction from me because he never knows where anything is in the house. He can't remember if he likes parsnips, so I'm usually in charge of going, 'No babe, you don't actually like parsnips; you say they taste like perfume'," Beckinsale said. "It is a slight gear change at home but I met him that way so it's not terribly shocking," she added. — PTI
	Happily ever after... Actress Rachel Weisz says her family is the most important to her and she is loving being married to James Bond star Daniel Craig. The 42-year-old, who has a six-year-old son, Henry, from her previous relationship with director Darren Aronofsky, tied the knot with Craig in June 2011, reported a website. "It's the thing that matters the most to me. It's incredible watching my son growing up, learning to read and discovering the world. Being a mum is the greatest joy of my life. And I love being married – I'm very, very happy," she said. — PTI
	Blame it on bacon Supermodel Kate Moss tempted husband Jamie Hince away from veganism by serving him bacon sandwich. The rocker, who married the supermodel in 2011, gave up animal products and spent 20 years as a vegan, but Moss soon turned him back into a meat-eater, reported a publication online. "I was vegan for about 20 years. But then the thing that really tipped me over the edge was when I first met Kate, had just started seeing her, and I walked into the kitchen and she was in her underwear making me a bacon sandwich," said Hince. "She didn't know I was a vegan and I was like... all my principles went out of the window," he added. — PTI
	I am unemployed: Jessica Biel Total Recall star Jessica Biel says she is unemployed and spends all her time sitting around with her dog. The 30-year-old actress said she does not have any movie roles lined up right now, reported a publication. "I am actually unemployed. I am not doing anything. I sit quietly but I sit with my dog," she said. Biel, who is engaged to singer-actor Justin Timberlake, said that even though she isn't too busy with work right now, she has done almost nothing about planning her upcoming wedding. "I am just enjoying being engaged," she added. — PTI
	Madonna's career is over: Elton John Singer Elton John says he is convinced that pop diva Madonna's career will be over after her current tour. The Material Girl is currently performing shows across the world as part of her MDNA tour. The 65-year-old music legend has reignited his long-time feud with Madonna after she made derogatory comments about his son Zachery's godmother, Lady Gaga, reported a publication online. "Why is she such a nightmare? Sorry, her (Madonna) career is over. Her tour has been a disaster," he said. — PTI
	From Punjab to London Ashish Sharma who was last seen in Chandragupt Maurya is thrilled to be a doing a contemporary romantic drama on TV, Rab Se Sona Ishqq on Zee. He talks about the experiences and more. The promos give the feel of Namsatey London and Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam. Is the show inspired from the movies? Well, not really. But the promos do give such a feel. Our show has just started but once the story moves to London, you will see the difference. There might be a few scenes like that of Namsatey London but it isn’t totally that. What appealed to you about this role? Playing this role is more fun for me as I am myself. When I was in my college, I used to be as carefree as my character Ranveer is. I have tried to bring in the fun element from my life, the way he walks, interacts with people, and the Punjabi accent too. Tell us about something that surprised you while you were shooting for the show? Every day something surprising or shocking would happen. The actor who plays my father is actually a proper sardar and we were shooting in a village. In the evenings, the whole village would gather and most people would get drunk and chat. One day, an old man accused my on-screen father of being a fake sardar and said he should instead be signed in for the role. Everyone was surprised. Guess, everyone wants to be an actor. How is it shooting in London? We initially had a month long schedule in Punjab and it was really hot. We have been shooting in London for two months now. Here we have met Pakistanis, Bangladeshis and of course Indians who are hugely supportive and love Indian shows a lot. So, we are enjoying a lot here. What kind of changes will the audiences find in Ranveer? In Punjab, Ranveer plays a true Punjabi by heart and totally impulsive. When he goes to London, he finds it isn’t easy to fit in and he has to change. He tries to impress people with a bad English accent. Did you work on your body? Yes, I had to put on weight for the Punjab portions to look like a tough macho guy and later for London I had to get lean as Ranveer will find it tough to survive there with little money and job as a cab driver.
	CHATTER BOX Career over parenthood? Gorgeous Mahhi Vij, who gained popularity with her bold avatar in the video of Tu Tu Hain Wahi, gained immense popularity with her stint in the daily soap, Laagi Tujhse Lagan, as Nakusha. As far as her personal life is concerned, she is married to actor Jay Bhanushali (currently seen in Colors’ Kairee). They were secretly involved with each other for quite some time before publicly announcing that they were married. Not ready: Jay Bhanushali & Mahhi Vij Now, we have some more information on the couple. We have learnt from our reliable sources that Mahhi was pregnant with her first child a couple of months ago. But Jay and Mahhi did not want to have a child so soon as they both wanted to focus on their careers. So what did they choose? Well, they went for an abortion. We understand that the decision definitely might not have been an easy one for Mahhi and Jay. When we contacted the couple, both Mahhi and Jay did not respond to our queries. After the break News doing the rounds is that Ashmit Patel is coming back on television. Ashmit became a popular face on Indian television by doing reality shows. He says, “After completing a successful season of Superstud on Bindass, I was keen to take up the second season titled Superdude. I have always loved being part of reality shows with great concepts. Unlike movies, they give you a chance to be yourself and interact with the audience. I hope to do the same with Superdude and I am really looking forward to start shooting for the same shortly”. According to sources the show is expected to go on air this October and will see Ashmit mentoring 13 contestants on how to woo girls or how to sweep them off the floor. Real role: Ashmit Patel Camera calling Ratan Rajput is a known face on television having catapulted to fame with shows like Radha Ki Betiyaan and Agle Janam Mohe Bitiya Hi Kijo. But it was Swayamvar that made her a star. She even got engaged to a contestant on the show, but the relationship seems to have gone kaput for several reasons. Ratan has put all that behind to focus on her career once again. She's now all set for a comeback on television. Sources inform that the actress has been approached by the makers of Sasural Genda Phool for their upcoming weekend show on Star Plus. Ratan has been approached to play the main lead but the actress is yet to confirm the news. In action: Ratan Rajput Interesting bites Fox Traveller brings to you the fiery French chef, Ludovic Lefebvre (Ludo), in his brand new series Ludo Bites America, where he writes his own restaurant rulebook and reinvents American classics. Lauded by critics, Ludo is known for his innovative menu and also for his temper. The brand new series premieres on Fox Traveller on August 6. The ‘bad boy’ of cooking Ludo works his culinary magic by giving a totally different spin to some of the most popular items on the American menu. This is all part of his concept of ‘pop up’ restaurants, where he takes over the kitchen of a local eatery and sets up an innovative temporary restaurant. When Ludo and his business partner cum wife Krissy take over restaurant kitchens, they bring together old world simplicity with new imagination.
	ASTRO TURF P Khurrana ARIES: Your card suggests your relationship can be shaken and stirred. A temptation to over-indulge might not be good for your financial situation. Home loan will get easily approved. Tarot message: Don’t forsake a new learning opportunity because of pride. Lucky colour: Turquoise Magic number: 56 TAURUS: Follow a good routine of exercise and diet to keep healthy. Focus on the little things that need to be done and stick to routines. Being positive will really help. Tarot message: Plan your life to avoid delays that can cause financial problems. Lucky colour: Peach Magic number: 27 GEMINI: This is the perfect time to get into household jobs. Try not to overdo it. You might have accidents simply because you forget to look before you leap. Tarot message: Work could pose certain minor difficulties but don’t worry. Lucky colour: Rainbow pastels Magic number: 30 CANCER: You should have little trouble in getting attention from others. An event in the evening could test your nerves. There may be some last-minute changes that will put you on the edge of your seat. Tarot message: Your determination to succeed will pay dividends. Lucky colour: Saffron. Magic number: 50 LEO: You might meet someone special. This is a great day for socialising . You might get invited to a lavish event that makes you feel conscious. Don’t worry about your clothes not being flashy enough. Tarot message: Learn to accept responsibility for self and others. Lucky colour: Silver grey. Magic number: 44 VIRGO: Your card promises self-confidence, so trust your instincts today. You have the capability to cope with every situation. Just stay on the top of your emotions, if you want to pull things off successfully. Tarot message: Don’t get bogged down by unpleasant events. Lucky colour: Sea green. Magic number: 35 LIBRA: Your earning power could kick into high gear, so be on the lookout for money making opportunities. Singles might help you attract someone new. New people you meet will be rather exciting. Tarot message: Use your instincts to get into the top circle of power. Lucky colour: Deep red. Magic number: 46 SCORPIO: A restless atmosphere could affect the morning. Follow up on unfinished projects and tasks and make the most of creative energy you are brimming with. Don’t let an opportunity pass you as there may be untold benefits awaiting you. Tarot message: Don’t be dismissive of advice from youth. Lucky colour: Pink. Magic number: 25 SAGITTARIUS: Stick to your work because this is not a day for clear thinking or making decisions. A journey can put you in emotional turmoil. These are unfounded fears. Tarot message: Be articulate to prevent people from making their own conclusions. Lucky colour: Yellow. Magic number: 39 CAPRICORN: An enthusiastic mood is encouraged by your card. Nothing will seem too much and you are sure to help out those around you. Your loved ones may not be as enthusiastic about your plans as you are. Tarot message: Do not divest assets or transact in uncertain matters. Lucky colour: Sky blue. Magic number: 48 AQUARIUS: Thoroughness will be your key to success. Studious persons may start preparing for an exam. Try to avoid conversations that divert you from your course. Otherwise, you can chat away the time you have for work. Tarot message: Balance in all aspects is recommended. Lucky colour: Peacock green. Magic number: 63 PISCES: Conflict between your private and professional life can test your abilities. Strong views on politics might entice you to get up and speak at a public forum. Don’t be shy. Financial commitments will be honoured. Tarot message: Emphasise on spiritual needs. Lucky colour: Metallic grey Magic number: 28
	THE YEAR AHEAD Madan Gupta Spatu If your birthday is August 7... 6agls10 Simply ignore those who approach you for business credit. At home, your children will present you with a situation which has been blown out of proportion. Verify the facts before taking any action. You will find comfort in the arms of your beloved. You will have problems in convincing your partners to stick to your plans. Not a very good year for travelling. The last thing you want to worry about is diet, health, and hygiene. You already have too much on your plate. Still, it's important to clean up your home or you'll waste more energy trying to dig your way out of various piles of rubble. There's a good chance of finding out a valuable object, once you start tidying up. Your boss will ask you to do something that seems perfectly stupid. The bewildering behaviour of a friend has had you scratching your head and it's about time you did something about it. Maybe you need to have a quiet word with them to find out what's going on. It seems you now have to face up reality. But it's the only way to resolve what's becoming a bigger problem. Stay on task and work smart. Checking your email throughout the evening doesn't make for real recharging. You'll feel the urge to be daring but it’s better to put off big decisions until a better time. Self-employed people could get recognition for their recent efforts, obtaining substantial financial rewards. Now is the time to remember the lessons of the past and to do what you can to avoid repeating those mistakes. Opulence is out. Fun gatherings for the weekend are likely but you need to make sure your health is fine so you can enjoy them. Career will be at its peak now. You are in a transition phase on both fronts and this week would play an important role in it. Finance plays an important role in any transition, so prepare well with financial planning. You may need money for investment. If you feel uncomfortable, do not ignore the symptoms but take medical advice even though it may turn out to be minor infection. You should respect the fact that people around you probably have a busy life and can't always be there at your beck and call. Mood: Energetic and powerful. Compatible signs: Scorpio, Virgo. Lucky colours: Turquoise and Aqua. Lucky days: Tuesday and Thursday. Lucky numbers: 6, 9, 12, 43, 44 Salim Ghouse (August 7, Chennai) is a film, television, theatre actor, director and martial artist. He has acted in several Indian languages films including Hindi, Tamil and Malayalam. He is also a graduate of Film and Television Institute of India, Pune. He starred alongside Madhuri Dixit and Shahrukh Khan in the 1997 film, Koyla and 1989 Kamal Haasan film, Vetri Vizha.