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Designs on men
The elite ladies of Chandigarh would do anything, but never share details of this one prized possession. Boutique owners are put in the 'secrets' list, and no one knows where the glorious Anarkalis and Kaftans come from. As Chandigarh emerges a winner in designers for women, we look at the other side - places where men can look around in case they want to go a bit suave.
"At one point, I only had a very traditional client list. Today, men are more dramatic and love going a bit crazy in dressing," she says. This explains her order book filled with off-beat combinations like ferozi and yellow. Working on a Phulkari collection for men, the upcoming season will have her create Phulkari salwars, jackets with Phulkari placements and matching juttis. Sahiba is glad that Punjabi men are aware of what they want. There is another name focused on taking menswear to a more global level. Armed with a graduation from the coveted NIFT, Shweta Uttam went to intern under Raymond and moved on to ITC. Her stint at Triburg got her in touch with several international brands like Armani. Her very own label, Shoolin Designs opened shop in 2011."The change in fashion sensibilities is very domestic. The focus on structure and form is not as much as it should be," says Shweta. She is certain that the upcoming wedding season will focus more on cuts. Taking a cue from international fashion, even her latest collection will focus on 'black on black' and the 'ash rock' looks. A well-established name among the elite in Delhi, this graduate from the Fashion Institute of Technology, New York, has recently added his men's wear collection in Ludhiana. Dhuv Viash came back to India after a rather endearing work profile at Calvin Klein and Walter Baker; he also worked with Rohit Bal for a year-and-a-half. "Men have started experimenting with colours. Soon, there will be shorter sherwanis as well," he adds. One of his loved creations is a salwaar made with 10 meters of fabric for the groom. "I have recently also designed cowl pants in velvet for men," he says. Looking at the growing market, he appreciates how men are embracing the Indian style. It's a whole lot of Jodhpuri suits, Jawhar jackets and Jodhpuri pants. "Designing for men is always more fun. The reason is that they hardly have any hang-ups," says Ritika Suri, a Chandigarh-based designer. "How many times have you seen a man fret over the colour or the cut?" she questions. We hope you are still not coordinating your dresses with your fiancé for you D-day guys! vasudha@tribunemail.com
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Travolta in dock
A California pilot, who claims to have had a high-flying gay affair with John Travolta, is now revealing details about their alleged six-year relationship. In a National Enquirer story labelled “ridiculous” by Travolta’s camp, Gotterba claims that he first met the Grease star in February 1981 when he interviewed for a pilot job and by September they were lovers.
“I know the date (the affair began) because I still have the log book and records,” told Gotterba to a publication. The 62-year-old said they flew to Monterey, California, together and shared a “fantastic” bottle of merlot wine over dinner at the Highlands resort in Carmel. “I got the sense I was being courted,” Gotterba said. “As we walked from the restaurant back to the room, John suddenly said, “Hey, would you like a massage?’” he said. Gotterba said he’d expected the invitation, and the massage quickly led to sex. “John was gentle but very passionate. The next day he told me with a big smile on his face, ‘I really enjoyed last night,’” Gotterba said. Gotterba said the 58-year-old actor took him on more romantic trips to Hawaii, Amsterdam and Kenya. “Sometimes he’d bring women along as beards, but he would ask me to join him in his suite and we’d spend the nights together. It was our little secret,” Gotterba said. The pilot said he encouraged Travolta to get a girlfriend as cover, and that’s when the actor started dating Brooke Shields. “There was no chemistry between them. They’d smile for the cameras and everyone assumed they were a couple,” he said. The affair ended in 1986 after growing tensions, Gotterba said. “He’d show up on my door many times, unannounced, to check up on me,” he said. “He’d disappear into my bedroom and go through my drawers. He always tried to catch me cheating on him,” Gotterba said. He said Travolta would ignore him for days if he didn’t drop everything to be with him on a moment’s notice. Their last meeting was years later in 1992, after Travolta married actress Kelly Preston. “We were making small talk when suddenly, I blurted out, ‘So, John, tell me. Now that you’re married, do you still prefer men – or women?’” Gotterba said he asked Travolta. He added that Travolta replied in the affirmative saying “Well, Doug, I still prefer men”. — ANI
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Natural instinct
Art really has no boundaries. It goes far beyond norms. The finest part of being an artist is just discovering the love for colours. Alka Kalra was a conventional MBA graduate with enough experience in her kitty. “But I always knew art was my calling,” she says. Her affair with the colour palette began in Class VI and today it all comes together at Girl in the Cafe.
Exhibiting 15 works from her nature, landscapes and dhaba series, her passion for flowers also comes in her floral footwear. “Despite my work pressure, I never left painting,” she shares. Gifting her artwork to family and friends got her going. Without much technical training in art, she sent her creation to the Chandigarh Lalit Kala Akademi. “I won the first prize in the competition, themed on Chandigarh heritage,” she adds. Alka quit her job and took training in art. Spending a lot of time at workshops, she imbibed several skills and polished her talent. Her love grew when she read about Van Gough and Monet. “My nature collection is my own understanding of a rose in an abstract manner. It is a throw of colours with no definite use of brush,” she smiles. “Like here,” she says, pointing to a painting of earthen pots in front of colourful wall. “It’s my balcony. It was just so beautiful I thought I should paint it,” she says. Initially a bit hesitant because of her lack of professional training, she has been able to make up by attending countless workshops and reading books. “My series on Buddha was bought by Nirvana, a leading restaurant in Ludhiana,” she says. For this mother of two, it is more about looking at abstract as a journey. “When Piet Mondrian started painting trees, they were realistic enough. After a while, they turned out to be just trees,” she says, justifying how she defines abstract. vasudha@tribunemail.com
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Such a joke!
Joker
Starring: Akshay Kumar, Sonakshi Sinha, Shreyas Talpade and Minissha Lamba Now, decades after the world forgot this village, a NASA scientist of Indian origin, Agastya and his beautiful wife, Diva, find themselves on the road to Paglapur. Agastya is working on a top secret project for creating a device to communicate with aliens. So why is he in a village whose colourful inhabitants include a man who speaks in gibberish, another who thinks he is a lamp post and everyone else who think Mahatma Gandhi is still around, fighting for independence? And more importantly, what are they going to do that will soon turn the universe’s spotlight on this forgotten village? Average share Overall the music is also average along with the storyline. The forced laughter makes Joker a worthless movie. Misha Jain, student, PU Flop show Akshay Kumar and Sonakshi Sinha wear tacky attires but fail to produce any kind of humour. Although Akshay has tried not to disappoint the audience with his out-and-out comedy act but Sonakshi’s act is not at all that convincing. Rishul Bhandari, bank employee Not worth the hype Personally I was expecting cute aliens like ET or Jaadu but the aliens in this flick are so monstrous looking. So it is like every other movie which gains hype because of its unusual concept but has nothing much to offer. Kavita Kapur, student, MCM College (As told to Sabia
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More than skin-deep!
No one can say this about the beauty, but the beauty treatment is skin-deep! From the first acne in teenage years to the stretch marks post-pregnancy, once upon a time the beauty parlour around the street tried taking care of everything. But that was once upon a time…how many would now trust even a dermatologist employed in a beauty salon when it comes to skin problems?
Awareness grows Even as the concept of parlours has branched out into spa and salons, their roles are not far behind. "That's because the concept has changed altogether. People are much more educated now and have far more awareness. They know that they should be treated from inside first and then outside and not vice-versa," shares Dr Ashima Goel, dermatologist at Parisa Skin Cosmetic and Laser Centre. Perhaps, very few believe that a burst of acne will get fine with a few sittings of facials. Then there are a lot of beautification options with dermatologists. Says Dr KM Kapoor, of Anti-Clock-Age reversal clinic and Medispa, "We have laser hair reduction for which not just women, but even men come. Then for pigmentation there's microdermabrasion and there are photo-facials and chemical peels. For wrinkle treatments there's botox and there are fillers. Adds Dr Ashima Goel, "I recently got a patient who had vegetable peel done from one of the leading beauty salons in Chandigarh. He ended up with pimples. People now know that for any treatment, their skin needs to be analysed first. They come to us asking what sunscreen to use, what moisturiser will suit them and what ingredients should their anti-ageing cream have." For a cause that's inside, can't be cured from the outside! Common woes What gets them maximum calls is one of the most visible problems. Says Dr Maleeka Sachdev, "Among the teenagers, acne is the most common problem." Something that needs to be treated internally and something they seem to have well-realised. There is an echo. Nods Dr Ashima Goel, "For the youngsters, acne, sunburn and suntan are the most common problems. For people in a slightly higher age-bracket, pigmentation, anti-ageing and stretch marks remain the most common problems." Salon vs clinic Given the difference in roles, it is no more an 'either-or' situation. As one of the doctors says, "We can almost have water-tight compartments." Explains Dr Nishtha Juneja, former dermatologist at Government Hospital, Ludhiana, "It's not like dermatologists are replacing beauty salons and parlours, it's just that they have widely different roles to play and people have begun to realise that." Says Dr Maleeka Sachdev, dermatologist based in Sector 18, Chandigarh, "It would be very unfortunate if we aren't able to differentiate between a medical problem and a cosmetic problem." She adds, "Beauty parlours and salons should be resorted to for beautification and not for treatment." Nowadays, cosmetic and laser centres claim to take care of every beauty problem while every beauty salon will promise the advice of skin experts! "These days a lot of beauty parlours have rephrased themselves as skin clinics. But just as you wouldn't go to a dermatologist for wedding make-up, you shouldn't go to a parlour for treatment of pigmentation," says Dr Sangeeta Saluja, cosmetologist with a Chandigarh-based salon. "A reason why people prefer dermatologists with beauty treatments is that everyone today has opened a beauty parlour. People are more aware and search on Internet and trust their skin with the doctors,' shares Betty Nangia, beauty and diet consultant. In real life though, we hope sorting the two out was just as easy! manpriya@tribunemail.com
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The business of beauty
From the days people would ape the look of Amitabh Bachhans, Rajesh Khannas and Sunny Deols to the times of Amir Khans and Gippy Grewals, they have seen it all. Having perfected the beauty as well as business over the years, the generation next is taking the baton of 'beauty' forward. Salons and parlours in Ludhiana are taking the next leap, banking on the experience of family and influenced by the next generation.
Shaping it up Shiv Sharma started as a hairdresser during the 1960's at Oberois. He styled many Bollywood celebrities of the day, including stars like Nargis Dutt, Reena Roy and Tina Munim, before he set up Shape Up. His wife Neelam joined him in the business. His son Sundaram Sharma learnt dressing at L'Oreal International Hair Dressing Academy, Paris, and remained the personal stylist of Sunny Deol before joining the family business. He met his wife Shweta at the L'oreal Academy and now they are settled in Ludhiana. "Despite having learnt from experts, we still get to learn from our parents, as they have more than thirty years of experience," says Shweta. Grace of beauty Indra Ahluwalia built up Grace from a single room at their Model Town residence (in 1982) to a multi-branch beauty business. She is indefatigable when it comes to beautifying people. When the business started growing, her husband MJ Ahluwalia joined in to support her in 1997 and he helped open new branches. The chain now has five branches at prime locations in Ludhiana. Their son Yuvraj completed his Business and Salon Management degree from London and also learnt the latest hairstyling techniques at Vidal Academy. Within three months of coming back to India, he is already training people at the Grace Academy and managing two salons. Family affair Seven years into her beauty business at Muktsar, Aarti Girdhar shifted to Ludhiana in 1997 looking for more opportunities. Her son Abhay, trained at Javed Habib's Institute, joined Piazza about a decade back and his wife Pooja joined the business after marriage. "You can learn professionalism and skills at institutes, but taking care of clients and making them comfortable is something I have learnt from my mother," he says.
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For heart’s sake
Swapana Singla Hypertension is an outcome of obesity that puts a lot of load on your heart, making its pumping capacity weak. So, if an obese individual is diagnosed with hypertension the first advice given by the doctor is to exercise and lose weight in addition to the medication. Work it out
nt causes the release of endorphins, adrenaline which further decreases the pressure in the vessels. It helps mobilisation of fats and thus even if it is deposited in the lumen. It Increases the effect of body insulin so glucose and fats are utilised. Mild effect on hormones causes sodium excretion, which further decreases resistance in blood flow. Exercise acts as a stress buster due to the release of endorphins which further helps tackle hypertension seen at an early age due to tension. Do’s Since the heart should not be put to stress, the aim of doubling your heart rate should be restricted. Low intensity cardio, with low intensity heavy weights. This is to avoid sudden mobilisation or dislodgement of any clot type formation with your blood lumen. Concentrate on reducing your upper body weight, by strengthening your abdominal and back muscles. Leg raises and cycling helps strengthen your thighs and legs which helps your calf muscles to pump blood to your heart. Walking with 2.5kgs weight tied to each leg for half an hour twice a day if you don’t want to go to the gym. Meditation in the form of yoga or prayers can give mental peace. Smart choice Go for low salt diet. The main aim of low salt is to restrict processed food completely like papads, pickles, jams, cheese, namkeens, carbonated drinks, packaged fruit juices and biscuits. Cut down fat from your food. You can have two phulkas with one teaspoon ghee or butter. Fat means excessive consumption of red meat, alcohol, mayonnaise, fried food and refined food. Steamed foods like idli, dhokla, momos and steamed vegetables. Eat roasted food instead of deep fried food. Increase your fibre intake with raw or less cooked vegetables and fruits. Many a time consumption of one spoon of isabgol with one glass of water can really reduce your cholesterol level. Have whole wheat atta phulkas over maida. Avoid snacking with alcohol and never mix your hard drinks with aerated drinks or juices. Include fats rich in HDL cholesterol and essential fatty acids, like fishes, groundnuts, walnuts and olive oil. Use lemon and garlic as seasoning for all your preparations. Belt the cat If you have big flabby abdomen, use an abdominal trimmer belt especially while eating to avoid overeating. Do not wear it while sleeping. This belt can really play wonders if used properly. Consult your doctor and your trainer for the belt usage. For A-listers But it is sad some people are not fat or obese but hypertensive even in their early thirties due to their Type A personality and competitive nature. Type A personality people are over ambitious, competitive, cannot accept failures or losses, pessimist and highly organised and principled. These kinds of people do not see the fun part of life. The best way to reduce hypertension is to walk and talk with your loved ones and family everything and anything that is there in your mind. (Dr Singla is a Zirakpur-based cosmetologist and obesity consultant)
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Food on stone
When Khyber, one of the oldest ethnic Indian restaurants in Chandigarh, gets a new name Pashtun, the announcement comes with a food festival called Pathar Ke Kebab. No, no, please don’t take it wrong, it’s not kababs made of pathar but cooked on them.
Stone cooking that’s been popular in Afghanistan is what chef and partner Sanjiv Verma wanted to experiment at Pashtun. So they sourced stones for Himachal Pradesh for cooking. “Stone cooking lends an altogether different flavour. And, the food served on stones remains hot for considerable time,” says Sanjiv. So comes from the kitchen paneer khajoor ka kebab, gosht pathar ka kebab, machli hara dhania ka kebab and more. Standing true to its more than two-decade-old tradition, the food here has rather rustic flavour and thankfully without the Punjabi tadka. And the combinations are unique. Ever had chicken and blueberry together? Well, they make an interesting combination when cooked on stones. Palak ki hari biryani is yet another sumptuous option. Also on platter are saat dane ki roti, masala roti, keema biryani, malai soy chop and aloo anardana ka kebab. Also on are their signature dishes sikandari raan, khumb makki masala and daal. The rustic ambience with laltens dotted across the wooden and copper interiors is pretty welcoming. The kebabs are priced Rs 160 onwards. The festival is on till September 8.
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Paella & salsa
Spanish fever catches Chandigarh with a pulsating beat at the city’s premier destinations – The Blue Blazer and The Pewter Room – all through September, starting from August 31.
This festival (called fiesta in Spanish) is dedicated to the exuberance of Spain, bringing alive the culture and cuisine that has captivated and entranced many across the globe. The festival promises scintillating dance performances, a hand-picked menu of Spanish delicacies and a selection of the finest wines from different regions of Spain. The menu allows you to savour the tastes and flavours of fiery Spanish cuisine. Start off with the tapas, delicious Spanish snacks like the croquetas de pescado (crumbed fritters of fish, mashed potato and parsley), the chorizo al pimentos (spicy Spanish sausage in a tomato, pepper and onion sauce), or the pimentos con queso (sweet red peppers stuffed with soft cream cheese). The main course offers variations of paella, a traditional saffron-flavoured Spanish rice dish with assorted vegetables, meat or seafood. Also on the menu are dishes like the pollo a la catalana (chicken catalan style is a rich dish in which the chicken is browned, then simmered in a sauce of prunes, raisins, pine nuts, onions, tomatoes and white wine, served with white rice), or the alubias blancas con chorizo/verduras (white beans with choice of chorizo sausage or vegetables. All served with white rice). There is also a heady selection of desserts like the helados bambe (dairy vanilla ice cream with milk chocolate sauce centre, coated in white chocolate, topped with chocolate flakes), the tapas mint cake (cool mint flavoured mousse on a digestive biscuit base, topped with chocolate sauce), and the custard fruit flan (a tender biscuit pastry, filled with custard and topped with fruits). The festival also brings together a selection of fine wines from Spain. Begin the evening with a pitcher of sangria with fresh fruit, and move on to some full-bodied red wines like the Torres Gran Coronas and the Torres Sangre de Toro. Also on offer are some chilled whites like the Torres Vina Esmeralda and the Torres Vina Sol. —TNS
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From Rome to India
Spanish beauty Penelope Cruz loves everything Indian...
The steamy Spanish actress, Penelope Cruz and the finicky American director, Woody Allen may seem, at face value, like the consummate odd couple. And yet, together they can make magic. Their first collaboration, 2008's Vicky Cristina Barceleno earned Cruz her first Oscar for her turn as a tempestuous, unstable artist. Allen cast Cruz because he appreciates her gifts. She's just a wonderful, natural actress, full of fire and vitality and humor when she wants to call upon it. She is very intense as an actress and does put a lot of effort and work into her role. Cruz is fluent in Spanish, English, French and Italian, and she filmed the role entirely in the language of love. She worked with an acting coach to lose any traces of Spanish and otherwise relished getting a little loose on-screen. Tell us what inspired you to sign up for “To Rome with love”? The real reason I signed on to this European-based Sony Classics comedy was to follow up Vicki Cristina Barcelona and once again work with one of the biggest names in the entertainment industry. Tell us about your character in the movie? My character is of a hooker who makes prostitution seem like a desirable profession. She is very professional, she looks at this job with dignity, and she wants to be the best at it. She is convinced she is helping people, and is really necessary for society. How different was it working with Woody this time? It was easier this time because I knew Woody, so I wasn’t so nervous because of all the stories you hear about him. He is peculiar and unique and different, but it is really a blessing to spend time with him. He is one of the funniest people in the world. Every day he does something that surprises you and that you will remember forever. What do you think of the Indian Film industry? I love India, it is very special country and I have been there several times. I am a great fan of Indian cinema and I would love to work with Shah Rukh Khan. Besides I also have the rights to a book which was inspired by the true story of 17-year-old Spanish flamenco dancer Anita Delgado. She scandalised people in the early 1900s when she agreed to marry an Indian king, Maharaja Jagatjit Singh Bahadur, and settle in his native land. We are going to shoot the movie in India. Would you like to explore the Indian film industry? Yes After spending money on Shekhar Kapur’s Pani which was a huge success, I am extremely excited about the next project to invest in. Besides I would love to work in a traditional Indian movie. I love the culture.
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Did Lilo trash Taylor’s love nest?
Fox studios spent more than 75,000 dollars in 1963 (half a million in today’s dollars) to create the “love nest,” as it came to be called. Angel Alger, a Taylor fan, spent her life savings to purchase the 50,000-dollar trailer in June, and two days later she loaned it to Silver Screen Pictures to be used by Lohan for the filming of Liz & Dick. “I was specifically told that it would come back in pristine condition and in even better condition than it was at that time,” Alger said. She was shocked at the damage done when it was returned. Devastated, she details cigarette burns on fabric, furniture and on a picture of Taylor. Dishes and a mirror were broken, and Alger claimed that a valuable antique rocking chair that the legendary actress sat in is missing. She believes the troubled actress trashed her trailer, saying that a studio employee told her that Lohan and her friends had access to it each night after filming. “Only a psychotic and rebellious person or people would steal irreplaceable museum belongings and leave it in this vandalised condition,” Alger said. Alger has no evidence yet to finger Lohan, but says she’s collected cigarette butts from the trailer as possible proof. However, Lohan’s publicist denied the claim, saying that his client did not destroy the trailer. “This has nothing to do with Lindsay. You should ask the producers about it,” Honig said. — ANI
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Fame shook Daniel Craig
"It threw me for a loop, quite honestly. It really shook me up and made me look at the world in a different way. It changed my life," said Craig. "It just confused the hell out of me. Fame and fortune, for want of a better expression, is very scary. My background is not well off. And there aren't many people you can ask for advice about dealing with that," he said. The 44-year-old likes to purchase nice things for himself but is careful never to lose his head to the money he has made.
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Exploring newer pastures
Ayesha is making her debut on small screen as the host for singing reality show Sur-Kshetra that would have a mix of both Indian and Pakistani singers. After making her debut in Bollywood in 2004 with Tarzaan - The Wonder Car that got her the best debut actress award, Ayesha did several films like Imtiaz Ali's Socha Na Tha, Dil Maange More with Shahid Kapoor and later Nagesh Kukunoor's critically acclaimed Dor (2006) and commercially successful film Wanted (2009). "Right now I have not signed any film. I am just trying to understand and experience few things about me and about my life. I don't think as of now films fit into it. —PTI
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Gosling’s new roles...
The
pair had appeared together in the 2011 film Drive. How to Catch a
Monster has been described as a “modern day fairytale” that centres
on a single mother (played by Hendricks) who’s “swept into a macabre
and dark fantasy underworld while her teenage son discovers a secret
road leading to an underwater town.” Marc Platt and Adam Siegel will
be producing the movie with Marc Platt Productions. “I am very
appreciative to [producers] Marc Platt, Adam Siegel and Bold Films for
being so supportive and I look forward to making this film with all of
them,” Gosling said. Other cast members haven’t been announced yet
and there’s no word on whether Gosling will also portray a character
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One man army
Bollywood star Aamir Khan features on the cover of Time magazine following his hugely successful TV show Satyamev Jayate.
The TV show brought social issues to the fore. It started with the issue of female foeticide, traversed over various burning social issues informing, educating, sensitising and touching audiences' hearts and ended its 13-week journey with the spotlight on the right to equality. Time had earlier featured Aishwarya Rai on its cover.— IANS
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Woodward eyes single Pattinson
Actress Shannon Woodward reportedly likes actor Robert Pattinson and is willing to be more than just friends with him.
Pattinson, 26, is single now after splitting from actress Kristen Stewart, who cheated on him with director Rupert Sanders. "She’s fancied him for years but he’s always been dating Kristen when their paths crossed at social events," a source as saying. “Shannon’s hoping they can be more than just friends," the source added. — IANS
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Know your stars
Shahid Kapoor loves cooking and makes good Italian and Chinese food. He loves working out and has a hard-time sometimes because he is a vegetarian. He likes eating hot and spicy food during the rains.
Diva always Sonam Kapoor loves that people talk about how good she looks and the clothes she wears. She has a belly-button piercing. She had tattoos. She loves to eat and read. She loves loving herself. She is shy.
Bikini babe Parineeti Chopra loves to act and she loves being in front of the camera. She will do anything for a role, including wearing a bikini. She considers herself very lucky to get into movies. She knows she is a vibrant person.
Downloading memories Kareena Kapoor likes looking healthy and curvy. She focuses on nutrition more than calorie-counting. She loves her European vacations. She loves herself. She knows she is irreplaceable and loves her standing in
Bollywood.
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The buzz is that Mahesh Bhatt's daughter Alia Bhatt is upset with the response she has received for the promos of Student of The Year. So KJo might re-shoot some of her solo scenes for added impact. Apparently, the boys have got a better response than her from the target audience. We think she is the best of the trio.
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What’s Yash Chopra’s secret?
Yash Chopra is now ready to bring his magic back to 70mm theatre screen almost after a decade. It was clear that his upcoming romantic film will be talked about and a wave of curiosity would lash out throughout India. Interestingly the first in line to make news is the title.
The Shahrukh, Anushka and Katrina starrer film which is being directed by the ace director Yash Chopra himself has yet not revealed the title of the film. So much so that Yashji has not revealed the title even to his lead actors. “Yashji likes to keep things under wraps, so he isn’t revealing the title to anyone, not even his actors. Whenever anyone asks, he just smiles and says, “We will all know soon.” All official communication regarding the film refers to it as ‘a new production’,” says a source.
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Arjun’s shopping bag gets stolen
While checking out from his hotel room recently, Rampal reported few missing items in a big paper bag. The white stripe paper bag included a pair of shoe and few gift items for his children back home. He took his disappointment to Twitter and wrote: "Leaving with a bit of a bad taste from Dubai as someone has stolen the shopping bag from my room at the Emirate tower’s Jumierah. Let's hope the CCTV footage helps to find the thieves." Arjun was accompanied by his model wife Mehr Jesia. The couple was in Dubai to attend an award ceremony.
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Sallu-Kat jodi gets stronger
After a series of movies together, Salman and Katrina are planning their small screen debut. But until they finalise on their plans, Salman seems to have found something else to keep them together. The couple has never been spotted endorsing the same brand together but now Salman is ready to change that. He has recommended that his ex-flame endorse the same footwear brand with him! So is Salman treading the same path like most Bollywood couples, cashing in on the blockbuster jodi? Or, is he trying to rekindle the old flame?
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Jacqueline’s loss, Esha’s gain
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Neha’s Punjabi debut
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Ready for ACT II
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Bold and the beast
What made you accept the role? I have always taken a risk with all the characters that I have played on TV till date. Likewise, even this role is a very challenging one. Here, I am getting to play a very interesting role of a Radio Jockey. Plus I get to work with a well known production house and a channel like Sony. What else can one ask for? So, will this be an out-and-out negative role? No, in fact this is for the first time that I will be playing a very positive character. But then you're playing the beast? Yes, I am, but the audience will have to see the show to understand my character. I have done grey shades in the past, but have never done an out-and-out negative or positive character. Is this is the kind of role you were looking forward to play? Television is a place where you have to wait to get good and meaty roles. It's not like you get one show after the other. If you do, you are extremely lucky.
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Bharti Singh will soon be seen in a movie. She is playing an important part in the Akshay Kumar-Asin starrer comic film Khiladi 786. The film is being directed by debutant Ashish Mohan, who had assisted Rohit Shetty during Golmaal. Incidentally, Rohit Shetty is also the stunt director of this film. Go girl!
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Cupid strikes again
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Taking a call
Actor Akshay Sethi, who was seen on Star Plus' popular show Sasural Genda Phool, has surprisingly turned down the role of the main lead in a show on Sahara One. Akshay was approached to play the main lead post the leap in the show but the actor wanted to do something more exciting and interesting.
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The year ahead
If your birthday is September 1...
Good news from cousins is likely, as are invitations to travel. Simply ignore those who approach you for temporary loans. You should concentrate on the needs of others but being extra-generous with children will only lead to trouble. Your eyes light up with joy as you meet your dream girl. Don't mix business with pleasure. Tax and insurance matters will need some attention. Being a good Virgo and ruled by the Sun as well as Mercury, number one is the leader, which indicates the ability to stand alone. You will be independent, creative, original, ambitious, determined and self-assured. If expressed negatively: arrogant, stubborn, impatient, self-centered. Business: Some good news will cheer you up as you'll realise the excellent opportunities you now have for professional growth. You'll also be able to solve some pending problems. You'll have to deal with a hostile person who has heaps of initiative. He or she will interfere in a work matter that concerns you directly. Although the general atmosphere is quite good, those born before the year 2000 will feel dissatisfied, but soon things will change. Students will make their parents proud by their achievement in sports, games and other competitions. Great turbulence is hidden beneath the peaceful exterior. The bristling energy that you feel in the air is not just an atmospheric disturbance! Several errands and some spending may shorten your fuse; be patient, especially with yourself and any 'physical limitations' you encounter. A serious discussion is likely, especially with in-laws, elders. Aggressive energy goes on the rise and you are prone to 'jumping to conclusions' and making assumptions. News about an important business deal or financial transaction may take some more time to materialise. However you will be given the responsibility of an important assignment, which would be the beginning of good things to come. Health will remain good. Those who had been under a cloud owing to fever, headaches and muscle pain are likely to experience relief. Also those in discomfort due to cardiac problems and respiratory ailments like asthma will be in better health. You are, however, advised to watch out for increase in blood sugar and blood pressure levels. Seeking adventure in unfamiliar places can do wonders for your personal life. Put the past behind you and your heart can open up to the thrill of discovery. Mood: Growing more aggressive each day. Compatible signs: Pisces, Capricorn Lucky colours: Electric Blue and White Lucky days: Saturday and Sunday. Favourable numbers: 3, 4, 15, 23, 40
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Astro turf
ARIES: You win over an adversary. Family life is charged with tension. The first half of the day is rather 'expensive'. Writers will find their work in print. Maintain a low profile. A health crisis might strike.
Tarot message: Do not swing away from the course you have charted so far. Lucky colour: Mauve. Magic number: 49 TAURUS: Love life is passing through a rough phase. The married will buy a piece of jewellery for their spouse. A 'feel good' humour and cosmic wisdom will weave into your affairs. Tarot message: Be positive and think carefully before taking action. Lucky colour: Turquoise. Magic number: 42 GEMINI: Your card "The Universe" favours good progress in your profession and business. Be wary of a situation where it would be easy to make a mistake in haste. Students: light reading will keep you busy. Tarot message: Do not let anyone take advantage of you. Lucky colour: Bottle-green. Magic number: 25 CANCER: You card "The Moon" reveals a romantic interest. If you have a lover, this is the day to treat them to a generous gift accompanied by an intimate dinner. Don't rely on luck alone though. Tarot message: Don't be too certain about obtaining a clearance. Lucky colour: Purple. Magic number: 38 LEO:
An unexpected bonus could appear in your pay-check. Buy the right outfit for your sports or exercise programme. Dress in style to make a great impression on employers. Enjoy being noticed and acknowledged. Tarot message: Keep following the path you have chosen. Lucky colour: Yellow. Magic number: 29 VIRGO:
Fresh strategies are likely, but initially they may be somewhat 'hit-and-miss' as you iron the bugs. Speculation would be most unwise. You will feel great with your renewed energy. Tarot message: Capitalise on your strengths and do not trust others. Lucky colour: Orange. Magic number: 60
LIBRA: Boring routine jobs can be made more bearable through teamwork. A level of stress may be building. You may be feeling vulnerable to criticism from neighbours or friends. Tarot message: Focus on 'better' to mitigate the 'bitter'. Lucky colour: Black. Magic number: 59 SCORPIO:
Many of you will scurry to be on time, frantically trying to complete all the tasks on the 'to-do' list before the day is out. Concentrate on recovery of old dues. Tarot message: Wait and watch; impatience will lead to failure. Lucky colour: Cream. Magic number: 54 SAGITTARIUS:
Caring conversations and heart-to-heart talks are helpful. Health problem can be successfully handled. This is a good day for both buying and selling property. Stick to what you know. Tarot message: Unfinished business will unleash new problems. Lucky colour: Grey. Magic number: 39 CAPRICORN: There is a burst of domestic enthusiasm for household chores. Senior bureaucrats should focus on secret files and documents. Do not carry heavy cash. Tarot message: You need to cultivate understanding and humility. Lucky colour: Ebony. Magic number: 63 AQUARIUS: Differences of opinion within the family could reach a boiling point. A bright day for intellectuals, writers, advocates and astrologers. Tarot message: If you are tempted to travel overseas don't waste money by financing the trip yourself. Lucky colour: Saffron. Magic number: 27 PISCES: If you are not okay about relationship or career issues, take positive action. The employed will have to work overtime. An important meeting or travel may have to be shelved. Tarot message: Dare to accomplish those tasks, which normally take up a lot of time. Lucky colour: Camelish. Magic number: 40
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