Long live the jatt
With Punjabi comedies getting more and more popular, director Harjit Singh Ricky is now working on Jatt Airways in which Punjabi singer Alfaaz makes his debut as an actor
Mona

young zone: Smriti Khanna and (R) Padam

The Punjabi film industry rocks today and so do the comedies. Cashing-in on the trend is yet another movie — Jatt Airways. The story of two real brothers (played by Alfaaz and Padam) set to marry two real sisters (played by Tulip Joshi and Smriti Khanna); with fathers chasing their wards and the villain creating chaos, it is set to be a madcap romcom!

On Saturday, the director and actors of the film shared some notes with us…

Never say never

A science student, a national athlete, a business woman, Tulip Joshi turned actor by chance. “Mine is a very chaotic journey. I don’t know what I am doing next. I am wary of saying ‘no’ to anything because I certainly end up doing it then,” says the petite actor.

Having done around 20 films in her decade-long journey in the film industry, Tulip is content doing one or two films every year. She eventually dreams of creating something in cinema that has the power to touch many lives.

“I have not gone asking for work but I am getting what I want,” says Tulip, who has done films in Hindi and many regional languages. As long as the role excites her and she has confidence in the director, Tulip is game. “I would do any film Hindi, Punjabi, Arabic or even Chinese movie. It’s the director’s vision that matters most for me,” says the actor, who is currently working in Kannada film Bachchan with Sudeep.

Having done Punjabi films like Yaara o Dildaara and Jag Jeondeyan De Mele already, she is enthused about Jatt Airways. “I want to give my best shot to whatever I do,” says Tulip who finds inspiration in Sridevi. “I am not the one who will work for 10 years, get married and leave the industry; I will work till I die,” says Tulip.

Another singer turns actor

Becoming a hero was this popular singer’s childhood dream, which comes true with Jatt Airways. “Acting in videos is a cakewalk as compared to movies,” admits Alfaaz, but he is hoping that his audience gives his film as much support as they have given to his songs like Yaar Bathere. “The movie rocks and will do so across the globe,” he says, justifying his film’s title.

This Pappu can dance!

Padam, actor from Hisar who became a known face with Pappu Can't Dance Sala from Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, looks a different person all together. “I was chubby then,” reveals this actor, who was also seen in Pyar ka Panchnama. Why Jatt Airways? “When even established houses like Yash Raj and Balaji are thinking of making a Punjabi film, it only makes sense to take up this chance,” says Padam, who has spent a year-and-a-half in Chandigarh studying. He plays the younger of the two brothers, the naughtier one. He romances Smriti Khanna on screen, a Delhi-based model who also debuts with this film.

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director SPEAK

Music by Honey Singh is going to be the USP of this film, according to the director Harjit Singh Ricky. Why Jatt Airways as title? “The phrase is catchy. It captures on-the-run youngsters, parents on their chase and the accompanying chaos,” he says. And, yes, no aircrafts as yet! “That would have shot up the budget,” he says. This one also comes with an item number just like his previous film Sirphire. “Shooting starts this Sunday and the plans are to release the film around Valentine’s Day next year,” he adds.

Back on campus
Television serials based on campus life are making a comeback, but will they be able to match the popularity of family dramas and reality shows?
 
Ashima Batish

The trend of only family dramas and love stories dominating Indian television defies a very strong logic. Back in 1993, Banegi Apni Baat hit the TV screens and became an instant hit among youngsters. Its successful run lasted for five years without any sob story or skirmishes between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. It had love stories; all very real, nobody died for anybody in love. The show didn’t stick to the twin-formula required to succeed — family drama and love story—yet became highly popular. A few campus shows are dotting the small screen once again, but it is too early to judge if they can really succeed.

Manav Gohil picked up The Buddy Project to end his five-year sabbatical from television and is happy to have made a comeback with a different role. “I took a break because I couldn’t see anything substantial coming my way. They were the same kind of roles; same plots, same issues…the subjects were getting regressive.” The Buddy Project, he feels, can be the game-changer. “It might once again inspire the channels in competition to come up with stories that cater to youngsters.” He doesn’t deny that there is a love story in the show but, “the romantic scenes don’t drag till a few episodes with Bollywood songs playing in the background.”

Dil Dosti Dance, again a show based on youth and their aspirations, has been on air for a year-and-a-half now and is doing well. In fact, the show triggered this trend of campus shows on Channel V. Surveen Guggal— Topper Of The Year is in the same league, starring Smriti Kalra, who began her career with 12/24 Karol Bagh, in the title role. “For Karol Bagh, I put on a lot of weight to look like a 30-year-old. In Surveen Guggal… I am playing my age, it helps me relate better with my character,” says Smriti. From a family drama to a campus show, she is glad to have made the switch.

As against expected, the audience of the shows is not just college and school students, but also grown-ups. Smriti adds, “Youngsters watch the show because they instantly relate to the characters and the issues that are taken up; adults because they have experienced it all.” Students’ problems that are addressed in the show are very genuine; they aren’t made up or blown out of proportion. Abigail Jain of Humse Hai Life shares the details, “The issues go beyond the relationship problems in these shows. Ragging, admissions, sycophancy, fighting, student politics, of course academics and sports; the shows have a lot of material.”

Yet, it is too early to conclude if the show will change the dynamics of television. Mita Vashisht, who made a comeback after five years on TV with Surveen Guggal, has already quit the plum role of the principal of the college. “I saw the show veering off to the usual direction of senseless romance. A student show that could have incorporated so many youth-oriented issues in the script is again focusing on love stories.” She adds that the show, which began on a very positive note, is repeating what family dramas usually do.

Hope the campus shows don’t buckle under the pressure of showing what’s considered safe—silly fights and sillier arguments.

Future tense

If a show could beat the biggest hit of sitcom, Two-and-a-Half Men, it has to have the right punches. The Big Bang theory, a campus and comic show, managed to do that. Why can’t the Indian television industry repeat the same? 

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A recipe for success
Kunal Kapoor, in the region for promotion of his upcoming movie Luv Shuv Tey Chicken Khurana, says the film will break the stereotype of how Punjabis are perceived…
Jasmine Singh


Paired up: (L-R) Kunal Kapoor & Huma Qureshi

He probably knows a lot about luv shuv, but when it comes to chicken, the sinfully sexy looking Kunal Kapoor cannot cook to save his life! Moving around in Punjab for the promotion of his upcoming movie Luv Shuv Tey Chicken Khurana, the actor from Amritsar doesn’t need to be told about the dil khol key eating habits of Punjabis. “Tell me about it,” he laughs Punjabi style, “the minute I am done with breakfast, I start thinking about what I will have for lunch and dinner is on the mind the moment lunch is over.”

Thanks to this awareness, it was probably easy to play the Khurana in the movie. “I have been associated with the movie from day one — from the story to the making. Sameer Sharma wrote the script and we were looking for a producer. We approached Anurag Kashyap and this is how the movie came about,” adds Kunal.

Luv Shuv…stars Huma Qureshi and Rajesh Sharma. It is a story about a quirky Punjabi family in pursuit of a secret recipe that will help them reclaim their pride and wealth. “Punjabis in most of the movies are shown as loud characters; Luv Shuv will break the stereotype with a totally different treatment. Along with the team, I believe that humour doesn’t come from stupid jokes or puns; Luv Shuv…will change the way Punjabis are perceived on screen,” says the hunk of Bollywood who is known for his intense roles.

Kunal Kapoor

He adds, “I am Bollywood’s official poet and terrorist. Whenever there is a role of a terrorist or poet, people approach me. I guess I look intense and intelligent in long hair and beard. Honestly, I am none.” This is one modest statement from the actor who is known to pick up intense characters! “I think after Luv Shuv I will be getting comedy roles as well. Other than this, I will also try for roles that have a lighter streak in them,” he says.

It is the passing mention of being a commercial pilot license that brings gusto in his voice. “Flying is a passion, but I haven’t had the time to study so that I can give my exams and procure a license. I will do that whenever I get time.”

The movie has been shot in Punjab, mostly near Ludhiana. “I believe that the real effect comes on the real locations.”

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Home turf

The makers of Luv Shuv Tey Chicken Khurana seem to have found a rather unique way to promote their film. The actors Kunal Kapoor and Huma Qureshi along with film-maker Anurag Kashyap will be visiting families in Punjab and not only will they stay with them, but also have them prepare the Punjabi delicacy Chicken Khurana during their stay! The actors will get the real feel of Punjabi culture that way. Meanwhile, the makers have roped in rapper Honey Singh to perform a special number for the film and the singer might also shoot a special video for them; he will be lending his voice to a track titled Kikli. 

All that bling
Manpriya Singh


retail therapy: From jewellery to decoration items, Zaira Fashion Affairs offers something for everybody.

It’s influx of retail, riding high on the wedding season. Just when we thought it was full stops for this session, yet another lifestyle exhibition, Zaira Fashion Affair 2012, comes calling.

Once inside, there’s a deluge of fabrics and splash of colours, besides the screaming fuchsia and gold happening everywhere. One has to stop by and figure out the differences among the similarities. Neha Singla, event organiser, shares, “We have been exhibiting in the city for over three years now. We try to improve each time by bringing in designers and labels from far off cities.” There’s Anhad, a Delhi-based designer studio, showcasing dress material, Indian wear in myriad fabrics and with various detailing. From among as many as sixty five stalls, about four city-based labels make their presence felt, while majority come from Delhi and Mumbai and two labels come from Dubai and Pakistan. Speaking of which, there’s Sanam Tamanna Dubai, with its cottons sitting as pretty as its silks and with prints which could have easily been from any part of this region. Shares the exhibitor, “We have been showcasing in Chandigarh for quite some time now and we always received a good response. People here like to try out everything and we have a pretty good clientele.”

Jewellery items get equal importance. A spread of cocktail rings, stand-alone pieces of costume jewellery break the monotony of anarkalis found almost at every corner and all through the corridors. In a far off corner stands an auto show, an easy to ride, battery operated two wheel vehicle Ezipp. Talk of three sixty degree solutions. Shares Rajeev Chandgothia, “It’s part of the exhibition and I think it gels completely with the lifestyle exhibition for women. This vehicle is easy to drive, battery operated, eco-friendly.

(On till September 30 at Park Plaza—17)

A musical team
Sabia Talwar

Very rarely does a talent run in the entire family, but in the case of singers Mapuia Poonte, Caryn Poonte (19) and Joan Poonte (16), the same holds true. Mapuia, the father of these young girls, belongs to Mizoram and was identified by Naresh Jacob of Vibrations band. The latter also promoted Poorvi Koutish, the young voice of Chandigarh, who participated in Indian Idol Season 6 and did very well.

Chandigarh has a lot of talent and for Naresh’s band, which began in 1984, looking out for budding singers was always important. Did he ever try for Bollywood? “I don’t want to leave Chandigarh at all and I love performing live, as it is altogether a different feeling,” says Naresh.

As for Mapuia, “At present I’m a music teacher with St Xavier’s School, Chandigarh. Back in Mizoram, I used to listen to a lot of radio and also sing along. I usually sing Pop and Rock. Also, I know how to play the piano. I feel music has no language and no boundaries, so I would definitely try my hands on some Bollywood songs.”

For Caryn and Joan, singing is just a hobby and their studies are going side-by-side. Says Caryn, “We both sing whenever we have free time because singing needs a lot of practice. I love singing R&B and Pop, and I’m inspired by Lady Gaga.” Joan who is currently in tenth standard is a huge fan of Justin Beiber. “As we are a part of Vibrations band now, we will have to balance our studies and music fun.” Now that’s what we call a club of happy people!

The Foodies
An outdoor experience
Jigyasa Kapoor Chimra

fire play: Chefs prepare kebabs in open grills. 

This is the season of pleasant evenings and good food. And to make things more appetising Hotel Hometel Chandigarh re-launches its open-air barbeque restaurant Terrace Grill. While it’s the cool breeze and whiff from the live kitchen that makes this experience worthwhile, the ambience, music and miniature lanterns placed on the tables add to the experience.

Most of the food-stuff is grilled and that is what makes it more enticing. With a fixed menu and rate, the items that are served here include salads, kebabs, dal, biryani and sweet dish.

First come the salads and there is a fruit salad with orange dressing, fried aloo tikki chat, fried fish salad and char-grill pineapple salad along with raw papaya and green chutney. And we must compliment the chef for the char-grill pineapple salad as it just leaves the perfect smoky flavour in the mouth with some sweetness from pineapple. Since the food is grilled, so what better than kebabs and that’s what is served next. So, we have smoke fish, pattrani machi, jerk chicken (an Iranian kebab), partegazi chicken, do ranga seekh kebab and dum ki galouti kebab with ulta parantha for the meat eaters. For vegetarians we recommend sweet-n-spicy grilled fruit skewers, cajun potato and hara kebab awadhi (it simply melts in your mouth). They come mint chutney.

While salads and kebabs make for a complete meal, but biryani and Rambabu ka parantha sound interesting for the main course. And we bet you would enjoy the parantha as much as galouti kebab as it is has an amazing texture and filling in it. Though Rambabu ka parantha is an Agra specialty, the chef of the restaurant has undergone training in Agra and he has surely replicated it in a more refined way.

For a sweet ending, there is sizzling chocolate brownie with ice-cream, angoori galub jamun and lachha rabri.

 

Price tag 

Menu: It is a fixed menu with salads, kebabs, main course dishes and sweet dishes.

Price: Rs 495 plus taxes for vegetarian meal and Rs 595 plus taxes for a non-vegetarian meal.

Restaurant timing: 7.30 pm to 10.30 pm

Food served: Indian. Mainly kebabs

STAR TRACK
Family comes first for Sonali


Straight talk: Sonali Bendre

Actress Sonali Bendre, who is making a comeback on silver screen with Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai 2, says she prioritises her personal life over her professional career.

"I definitely don't want to do roles that I have played earlier. I would like to play my age which I am doing. Also, I have too many conditions so unless it falls into my priorities I don't do it (films). Either my son should have holidays when I am shooting or the shoot has to be in Mumbai," said Sonali.

"If the role fits into these parameters then I will do it, it's important than the role," she said. The model-actress married director Goldie Behl in 2002 and gave birth to her son Ranveer in 2005.

The 37-year-old was last seen in a Shah Rukh Khan starrer super hit movie Kal Ho Na Ho (2003).

At a time when actors like Aamir Khan, Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan are still going strong in the film industry, the scenario of older or married actress is different in Bollywood compared to Hollywood.

On which, Sonali says, "May be that is the social difference there (Hollywood) it's a different kind of society we are moving towards. There are more and more interesting roles and different kind of films and roles are being written." "May be the progress is not happening fast but its happening. Ten years ago would have anyone imagined a film like English Vinglish but it is now being made. So changes are happening," she said. — PTI

‘If Kareena is the Heroine, I’m the Hero’

Cool quotient: Arjun Rampal

Arjun Rampal is today in a very confident space. Gone are the days when Aishwarya Rai lorded over her home production Dil Ka Rishta while Arjun had to play the sleeping partner.

He ensured himself a proper place in the publicity campaign of Heroine. In Madhur Bhandarkar’s much talked-about Heroine he was main male lead. And certainly not in the walkover sense of, say, Sameer Dharamadhikari in Bhandarkar’s Satta or Arjan Bajwa in Fashion. In Bhandarkar’s heroine-oriented films the male actors tend to be shadowy, mere supplements to the main attraction, namely the heroine.

There’s no doubt that in Heroine too Kareena Kapoor took the centre-stage. But Arjun was not insecure about his space in the film. This isn’t the first heroine-oriented film he has done with Kareena. In Siddharth Malhotra’s We Are Family, Arjun held his own despite Kajol and Kareena playing the two central characters. “And no one said I was a second fiddle to them in We Are Family.” Arjun points out confidently, adding that if there was so much of Kareena in the first posters and trailer of Heroine then it was by design. “The film was called Heroine and it is the story of Kareena’s character’s journey in the film industry. I am the man in her life. I’m there from the beginning till end. Other men come and go. I am the constant in Kareena’s character’s life.”

We understand from sources that Arjun has stipulated in his contract that he’d be given a certain space in the promotions of Heroine. And rightly so, Arjun has a standing in the Bollywood hierarchy. “I am picking roles that challenge me. Staying central to the plot is not my goal. In my next release Inkaar I worked with Sudhir Mishra for the first time. In my release after that Charavyuha I’m back working again with Prakash Jha after Raajneeti. In fact, I am also in Prakash’s next film Satsang which starts in December. This is a very busy year for me,” says the busy actor.

Jha in Chakravyuh

Prakash Jha is directing Arjun Rampal and others in Chakravyuh. He is also acting the role of a businessman in it. He had a guest appearance in Raajneeti and a fleeting appearance in Aarakshan as well.

Changing tunes

Shreya Ghoshal sings melodious love songs and even naughty ones. For the first time, she has sung a hard rock composed by Abhishek Ray for an independent film. She is excited about using her vocals in a new way.

Farah miffed with Sonakshi?


break up: Sonakshi Sinha (R) & Farah Khan

According to a report published in a daily, actress Sonakshi Sinha’s friendship has soured with Farah Khan and Shirsh Kunder as she didn’t promote their film Joker. But Sonakshi denied the reports and tweeted: “Woke up to yet another fictional story today... The fate of a film at the box office does not change the relationship between the ppl involved. Things are fine between Farah and me. So idle minds can give it a rest.” Rumour has it that Sonakshi was considered for the female lead in Farah Khan’s Happy New Year, opposite Shah Rukh Khan. A few days ago, an unconfirmed report also suggested that SRK wanted Parineeti to star opposite him rather than her. We wonder what Sonakshi has to say about it? 

Spoilt for choice

Alia Bhatt says that she cannot choose between her father Mahesh Bhatt and her mentor, Karan Johar. The latter made her slim down and has given her a sexy avatar for Student of The Year.

 

Daddy dearest

Awestruck: Ragini Khanna 



Ragini Khanna will play Amitabh Bachchan's daughter in an upcoming film by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra. The young actress is thrilled at sharing the screen with Amitabh Bachchan.




Looking for Miss Right

Ranbir Kapoor definitely has marriage on his mind and would like to get married when he finds the right girl. So far, Nargid Fakhri, Deepika Padukone, Katrina Kaif, Anushka Sharma, Priyanka Chopra, Angela Jonsson have not been right for him.

 

Will she, won’t she?

 


Jiah Khan will make her comeback in an erotic period film titled Maharani, directed by Madhureeta Anand. However, Jiah denied the reports and said it's false. In that case, we guess we won't get see you again for a while!




Wedding bells for Janet?

Would-be bride: Janet Jackson

Singer Janet Jackson and fiance Wissam al Mana are reportedly planning to tie the knot next year. The couple has been dating since 2010 and now plan
to tie the knot in Doha, Qatar in a lavish ceremony, reported a publication. "They have tentatively set a late 2013 wedding date. But they are still working out the details and the exact day. Wissam is going to splash big when he marries Janet. It's going to be the wedding of the century," a source said. — PTI 

The best of Yash Chopra
Veteran film-maker Yash Chopra turned 80 recently. He has directed countless memorable movies and his contribution to the Indian cinema is unmatched!

 



Veer Zaara
: His last comeback was super long! Some people loved it, some people got bored! However, Preity looked gorgeous and all three of them (SRK, Preity, Rani) pitched in excellent performances. The music was divine.









Silsila
:It was an epic, once-in-a-lifetime achievement to get Rekha, Amitabh and Jaya together and Yash Chopra managed it. The music is loved even today and the love saga continues to be adored by cinema lovers.





 



Kabhie Kabhie
: Starring Amitabh Bachchan, Shashi Kapoor and an impressive supporting cast, the hit movie had an interesting story. The award-winning music, especially the title song, is timeless. —HRM




 





Dil Toh Pagal Hai
: Karisma Kapoor won the National Award for this love triangle that people enjoy even today. The music of this SRK-Madhuri-Karisma is melodious and timeless.





 




Lamhe
: The movie was considered ahead of its time when it was released, so it did not do well. The unconventional love story between Anil Kapoor andSridevi is loved by viewers on television today.




chatter box
High on drama

Glam quotient:Priya Shinde

The makers of Life OK’s Hum Ne Li Hai…Shapath have roped in sexy and beautiful Priya Shinde for an episode. Priya rose to fame with Splitsvilla and later went on to do shows like Mi, Aaji Aur Saheb and is currently part of Suvreen Guggal…Topper of the Year. The storyline will revolve around Kavi (Aamir Dalvi) - one of the inspectors in the show. He will learn that a girl’s life is in danger. He will go ahead to kidnap her with the motive of saving her life. But soon he will realise that he has picked up the wrong girl. This will further complicate issues and lead to lot of twists and turns.

Bigg Boss? Not again!

spare me: Sunny Leone

It was her big ticket to Bollywood, but Indo-Canadian porn star Sunny Leone says she would never go back to the Bigg Boss house. Leone forayed into Bollywood with Jism 2, which was offered to her by Mahesh Bhatt while she was in the Big Boss house. Nonetheless, the adult star says that the show has opened a new world for her and she is enjoying every bit of it. Sunny’s next film is Ragini MMS 2.

Candidly honest

The svelte and petite actress of Kuch Toh Log fame Kritika Kamra's is playing her role to perfection on the show. She is a natural actress. She chose to do a role that was unconventional from what her contemporaries have been playing on television. This was a big and a bold step for Kritika. She says, “I was a below average actor when I started. Now, I am an average actor.” You can’t help loving her honesty!

Happy ending

Goodbye: Kunal Karan Kapoor

Na Bole Tum Na Maine Kuch Kaha on Colors is all set to have a happy and grand ending. Currently, the story is revolving around Megha being in the hospital after the accident and Mohan trying his best to get her back on her feet. Amidst all this, Mohan’s father will create a hue and cry about Megha trapping his son. But, Mohan will stand by her and try explaining his love for Megha to his father. After a lot of persuasion his father’s heart will melt and he will accept the duo. Moreover, Nanhi and Mohan will arrange for a Ganpathi pooja for Megha’s well-being. In a dramatic sequence, an object will be about to fall on Mohan and at that very moment, Megha will get back to her feet and save him. Thus, at the end everyone will come together as one big happy family. The show is also said to be returning after a gap of at least 6 months with season two. 

Student again

good ol’ Days:Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan reminisced about his early school days with filmmaker Karan Johar who went to his show Kaun Banega Crorepati with the cast of Student Of The Year as part of the promotional campaign. ‘Ahhhh !! Back just now from KBC and a rigorous day ... but satisfying and joyful .. Karan Johar and his SOTY gang on set and kbc .. Recollecting early school days on KBC with Karan, Alia, Varun and Siddharth, stars of SOTY .. a nostalgic joy !! Gosh !’ he tweeted. Karan Johar, on
the other hand, thanked him for the support. ‘Thank u so much amit uncle @SrBachchan for being so affectionate and loving to team #SOTY on #KBC!!! Youre the best!!!!’ he wrote.

No reality shows for Karan

Pick n chose: Karan Tacker

Karan Tacker who is currently seen in Ek Hazaro Mein Meri Behna Hai is a careful chooser. The actor, who stays away from the reality shows has picked up daily soaps which have an important role for him. There were reports in media about how the actor was interested in being a part of Bigg Boss only if adult film actress and Jism 2 star, Sunny Leone was a part of it. However, he rejected it. The actor says he was also offered Jhalak but he rejected it as he isn’t much of a dance fan.

Astro turf
P Khurrana

ARIES: Be vigilant as someone at office will try to harm your reputation. Call friends you haven't seen for a long time. Socially, there may be quite a few rumors and scandals, so keep an open mind and don’t make hasty judgments. Tarot message: You have well-wishers. Lucky colour: Turquoise Lucky number: 60

TAURUS: Studious persons may be preparing for an exam. Avoid getting caught up in conversations that divert you from your course. If a neighbor is going away for a while, be willing to keep an eye on their place for them. Tarot message: Take limited risks. Lucky colour: Aqua. Lucky number: 52

GEMINI: Many of you may receive some sound counsel from unexpected sources. Those of you facing a cash crunch will be helped. The artistic side of your nature will be yearling to come out. Tarot message: Health of elderly member at home will need looking after. Lucky colour: Rainbow pastels. Lucky number: 46

CANCER: This will be quite a surprising day. There can be obstacles and sudden demands on your time. There would be quite a bit of monetary profits today. At home, you will have to balance the demands of work with personal commitments.Tarot message: Leave things open ended. Lucky colour: White. Lucky number: 39

LEO: The day would be busy yet happy and you will be able to achieve a lot in your personal and professional life. This evening is ideal for serious discussion. Windfalls which will ease the burden of rising expenses. Tarot message: You need to be creative. Lucky colour: Sea green. Lucky number: 28

VIRGO: A hectic social life will keep you on your toes today and lead to some new and interesting associations. A special someone will not have enough time for you. With patience you will be able to improve the situation. Tarot message: Wait a while everything will get sorted out. Lucky colour: Cream. Lucky number: 63

LIBRA: Most of you will be craving for something stimulating and entertaining today. It's time to clear the air. You may have to adopt a detached stance so as to watch it resolve itself. Tarot message: You will get the help you need if you ask for it. Lucky colour: Deep red Lucky number: 41

SCORPIO: Manage personal relationships with diplomacy and thoughtfulness. This would be a day in which you would need to think with your heart as far as a relationship is concerned. Being vulnerable towards your partner would not make you weaker. Tarot message: Do not overspend. Lucky colour: Orange Lucky number: 32

SAGITTARIUS: Singles will receive good proposals. Stomachache, backache and the like may bother you. You would be open to feedback and some of you would also, be planning to prepare for promotions. Tarot message: Over optimism could lead to mistakes. Lucky colour: Mauve Lucky number: 30

CAPRICORN: If confused about relationships, don’t hesitate to seek help. Those who are married would bring the spark back. Singles would also, experience a deepening of a special friendship. Tarot message: You can stabilise your financial situation if you make property investments. Lucky colour: Peach Lucky number: 64

AQUARIUS: Travelling and communication will be part of the day and so will an interest in religion and spirituality. Children will be filled with energy. Some of you will also be philosophical and spiritually inclined. Tarot message: Avoid gossip session at work place. Lucky colour: Saffron Lucky number: 50

PISCES: Adventure, fun, entertainment will be on the top of your mind today. Conversation, too, will be a highlight and you will surely get to hone your interpersonal skills. Tarot message: Be sure involving yourself as much as possible in new project. Lucky colour: Purple Lucky number: 25

The year ahead
Madan Gupta Spatu

If your birthday is September 30...

Your birthday falls this year on the first day of the Shradh Paksha [fortnight of Shradhs spanning from September 30 to October 15]. Do remember your ancestors if they left for heavenly abode on this Lunar Tithi in any year. Donate some thing to the society in the name of the departed souls.

Born under Libra sign, long distance travel is possible. Financial gains might occur but are less likely to meet expectations. Personal life will acquire prominence if you are willing to make adjustments. On your birthday, you will be able to effectively use your creative skills. You will be tireless and will draw from your inexhaustible energy to do things smoothly. If you are in a relationship, avoid allusions and criticism as these could lead to separation.

This birthday is a fine day for do-it-yourself projects especially revolving around your home or property. You would want to spend as much time with your loved ones in 2013.

Legal proceedings will not go your way. People are unsympathetic to your cause. Flattery will get you nowhere. You won't make much progress at work either. An older colleague finds fault with everything you do. It may be best to take leave and focus on a project that gives you pleasure, just to rebuild your self esteem. To be lucky you must concentrate only on what is really useful. Avoid overeating and visit a health club regularly to stay fit. You seem to know exactly what people need and want from you.

Mood :Emotional but happy.

Compatible signs: Cancer, Scorpio.

Lucky colours: Orange, Panther Black.

Lucky days: . Wednesday and Sunday.

Lucky numbers: 4, 8, 17, 22, 48.

Monica Bellucci (full name Monica Anna Maria Bellucci) was born on September 30, 1968 in Citti di Castello, Umbria, Italy. She is a famous actress and a fashion model. Bellucci started her career with the movie Bram Stoker's Dracula in which she played the role of One of Dracula's Brides in 1992. She acted in the movie Irreversible in which she played the role of Alex in 2002.





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