The first of the Mohicans
The hairstyle of Mohawk tribe is finding favour with the jatts of Punjabi film industry. Here are a few celebs, who are sporting various versions of the style with aplomb
Jasmine Singh

From David Beckham to the AC Milam boys, the punk hairstyle is traveling all the way from the soccer field to the film arena, and closer home to the Punjabi film industry. The hairstyle of the Mohawk tribe is now finding favour with the stylish young breed of Punjabi actors. After putting Punjabi cinema on a firm footing, these trendsetters have now focused on their hair — grew in the length, sprayed and gelled — readily sporting the Punjabi version of the Mohawk look. In fact, Punjabi actor-singer Bali Riar of Young Malang fame actually calls it the Garaari look after his character Garaari bai in the film. While Gippy Grewal religiously sports the Faux-hawk hair style, Yo Yo Honey Singh with his Fanhawk and the dashing Yuvraj Hans with his semi-Mohawk style and a tweaked moustache have set up their own stylometer. They are indeed the trendsetters of the Punjabi film industry. Catch them setting the mane matter straight.

Style bhai
Yuvraj Hans

A sturdy moustache, spiked hair, and a pair of sunglasses hiding those deep set of eyes, actor-singer Yuvraj Hans is one of the stylish actors of the industry, who is known for his experiment with his looks. What hardly changes is his moustache and the tuft of hair sprayed to keep them together. Yuvraj likes to change his looks as per his character in the film, but when it comes to personal style, especially his hair, the actor doesn't want to go wrong. "Not that I take extra care of my hair other than regular shampooing. I just like the idea of sporting a new style," shares the actor whose simple and romantic look was much appreciated in Yaar Anmulle and Burrah. As a kid, Yuvraj had a fascination for dressing well, "I would pick up the trendiest clothes, throw in perfume and try to sport a trendy hair style as well," says Yuvraj.

UK import
Balli Riar

He wooed the audiences with his intense looks, and a Rayhawk hairstyle, which now has quite a few fan followers. Singer-actor Balli Riar from Chandigarh likes to be stylish, and also he prefers changing his style more than often. His hair style in Young Malang comes closer to Rayhawk hairstyle. In this style, the hair in the middle of the head is left a bit longer that the shaved sides. It looks more like a strip. Adds the actor, "I make a conscious effort to change my looks with every new project, be it a music video or a film." Balli saw this look while he was visiting the UK. "I quite liked this Mohawk kind of looks that I carried in Young Malang. The youngsters seem to have taken a liking to it," he smiles. Lot of youngsters follow his style on Youtube.

Head strong
Yo Yo Honey Singh

The sides of the head are shaved leaving a strip of hair on the top of the head. This defines Honey Singh's look, a fixture with him always.

"I guess I was born with this hairstyle, one it is comfortable and two, I never knew it would become a style statement," he laughs.

Spikes & more
Sippy Gill

Sippy Gill is yet another singer-actor who opened his innings in the Punjabi films with Putt Jattan De. When it comes to style though, the actor was born with it. "An actor has to change his looks according to the character, if you ask me personally, I love the spiky hair look," he adds. Sippy ups the style bar with his right and positive attitude.

Mane point
Gippy Grewal

His hairstyle has been quite an eye catcher. Actor-singer Gippy Grewal has created a statement with his tuft one time too many. From spikes to short and long Mohawks, Gippy sports his hair styles with a trendy attitude and lot of confidence. "I only sport a style I am comfortable with, be it clothes or hair or even accessories. The idea is to look cool, stylish and of course comfortable. I wouldn't do anything to my hair that looks outrageous," adds Gippy, who swings from spikes to small Mohawks as and when he wants to. The actor is growing his mane for his next film Jatt James Bond.

Lead on Lewis!
Leslie Lewis of Colonial Cousins is doing an album with the children of Hariharan, Shankar Mahadevan, Kavita Krishnamurthy and his own daughter…
Manpriya Singh

Carving an identity in music without screeching limelight is no mean feat. What's more difficult is to dabble in diverse musical influences and not restrict to one genre.

He ensured that the public didn't associate him with just either the remixes or the band Colonial Cousins he formed with Hariharan. With Leslie Lewis you never know what's in store. "When I was actually coming up with the song Tanha Sa Hoon, I had a plan on doing out a full-fledged Punjabi album. I felt the lyrics and music would have lent itself well to Punjabi music. May be sometime, in the near future, I might just do it," he shares, while in the Capital, as a part of the Bacardi Weekender tour.

From advertisement jingles to his first fusion album, perhaps, there is little else left to experiment with. What makes the audience go 'once more' depends on the people he's playing for. He laughs, "It depends. Every time the crowd is different. I've even had elderly people ask me that I'm going to play the sixties music right? But yes, my friends and fan often request for Janam Samjha Karo, Pari Hoon Main, Yaaro Dosti and the like."

His mention immediately conjures up the images of mid nineties, when private albums were at peak and we loved the videos playing on music channels. "On a nostalgic note that era was good. But if you look at things today, there's so much happening. I'm working on an album for Universal with a seventeen-year-old girl. There is much talent out there and possibilities of working with Gen next."

Speaking of which, an EDM album is on the way with the next generation of star musicians. "I am doing an album with the children of Hariharan, Shankar Mahadevan, Kavita Krishnamurthy and my own daughter…" He adds, while forming a metaphor of Pied Piper with all the children of musical icons following him. "None of the parents approached me for this. No parents are involved. That is the best part."

The two songs have already been worked out for the album, while the rest are on their way. "Blending songs into EDM was quite a challenge. Bringing in songs without sounding like Bollywood was quite a challenge. Why can't the average mass in India listen to EDM? I was one of the early EDM kids, when computer was introduced. This genre is about the music, not songs." As for his personal play list, he'd have us believe that, "It doesn't exist." Meanwhile, there's a song dedicated to the city of Mumbai on occasion World Heart Day. "It's called Mumbai Ki Dhadkan but it is actually dedicated to the cause and the day and is for people everywhere," he signs off.

manpriya@tribunemail.com

Building basics

Chandigarh Lalit Kala Akademi and the Embassy of Switzerland in India are organising an exhibition of photographs: "Swiss positions - 33 takes on sustainable architecture" on the occasion of the "Year of Swiss architecture, design and engineering in India, 2013 -14".

The exhibition will be inaugurated at the Government Museum and Art Gallery-10, Chandigarh in the presence of K.K. Sharma, Advisor to the Administrator, U T Chandigarh, Martin Strub, minister and deputy chief of mission, Embassy of Switzerland in India, and Diwan Manna, Chairman of the Chandigarh Lalit Kala Akademi.

The travelling exhibition is a collection of photographs of 33 key projects from the Swiss construction sector over the past twenty years, which all have something to do with the theme of sustainable development.

The exhibition will be on view from October 5 to October 14. — TNS

pet passion
Great expectation
Manpriya Singh

He wanted the seemingly contrasting creatures comprising a toy dog and a giant breed to come together in his own house. "We had a three-year-old pug Penny already in our house when I felt the need for a big dog. So Maxx, a Great Dane, was a surprise gift for me," shares Simar Barnala, 26, a practicing lawyer, on the sequence of his pets. That's how an imposing Great Dane and a tiny pug came together. As to how well do they stay together, he laughs, "Penny is the jealous one. When I'm playing with Maxx, she comes and sticks around. Otherwise both of them are quite friendly with each other."

He adds, "Penny is an indoor dog. She stays inside most of the time and sleeps inside too."

Love me, love my dog

The three-year-old just had to happen to the family of 'not just dog owners' but pet lovers as well. "We had a pug before also but unfortunately, she fell into a well on the farm. That's when we were really saddened but got another pug." He adds, "My sister named her Penny and I don't know why she did so but I named Maxx after a video game." You know it's a beloved member of the family when the name of a pet is inspired by a hobby or an addiction. He shares, "We used to play this video game that had Maxx as part of its title. Just when we were looking for a name for him, somehow Maxx just sounded right."

Yours faithfully

Irrespective of the breed and their behaviour, what brings together a dog and a master is the universal sense of belonging. "There are a lot many great things about owning a pet but the best one is that you are never alone. It's the companionship they bring along and also the unconditional love and loyalty." Do we blame it on the breed or the species itself? "A Great Dane looks huge but is really very affectionate. They are also a very smart set of dogs. For Maxx, we didn't need a trainer." Sometimes the best things make a big sacrifice appear like a small compromise. "Maxx is one-year-old and really huge now. But he doesn't realise he is a big dog. He still comes running and trying to fit into the lap. He can pounce on you and spoil your shirts. Before going into the courts every morning, I have to avoid that." He adds, "You could have had a bad day. They don't understand and come wagging their tails. You know there's someone to receive you back home with equal enthusiasm everyday."

manpriya@tribunemail.com

Doc Talk
Before you lap it up…
Using laptops on your laps can lead to skin disorder
Dr Vikas Sharma

The scientific research has given us a lot of modern technologically advanced gadgets for our benefits. But one needs to be aware of the correct method of their usage otherwise it can give us numerous health problems. The latest studies have found the harmful effects of these techno gadgets on skin, the largest and outermost organ of our body system.

With the new generation smaller laptops, rapidly replacing the desktops, it has led to rise in the number of cases presenting with a skin disorder--laptop thigh syndrome medically a subset of ‘erythema ab igne’. This condition is a persistent stress injury of the epidermal and dermal layers of the skin caused by frequent and prolonged low level heating.

People who spend long periods of time reading, studying or playing games on laptops resting on their thighs are the ones who develop this skin disorder.

Though the laptop manufacturers proudly show the models in advertisements working on these machines placed on bare skin of thighs but copying these acts in real life can cost the skin a massive damage. The newer laptops having highly powerful processors on their underside fitted in a razor-thin chasis which they highlight as their beneficial feature in fact has a more harmful impact on the skin.

The alarming sign is that more and more children are coming up with complaints of skin rash following the usage of laptops. In the past erythema ab igne was more commonly seen in elderly people exposed to heat but now people using laptops for long hours, even school children, college students and corporate individuals are facing this. The repetitive stress injury of the skin layers is the consequence of the heat generated by the underside of the machine which when placed for prolonged period on the thighs results in thermal build up of around 50 degrees. The persistent exposure to this thermal build up in addition to lack of ventilation causes persistent redness and pigmentation on the skin. The skin develops a mottled patch (caused by local hemostasis – stagnation of blood) which later becomes reticulated erythema (patchy striped erythema) finally leaving behind disfiguring pigmentation.

So be aware of the manner in which you use your laptops and caution others who use the laptop the wrong way. Always have a barrier which can be a saviour like a cooling pad or a wooden one between your thighs and laptop.

(Dr Shamra is a Chandigarh-based dermatologist)

The guardian angel
Gyalwang Drukpa, spiritual head of Drukpa Buddhists, and also the founder of Live to Love, a global humanitarian organisation, has been named as the Guardian of the Himalayas
Jasmine Singh

As Siddartha had mentioned beautifully, 'Just as a candle cannot burn without fire, men cannot live without a spiritual life.' And to walk the spiritual path, one needs a guide, a person who can take us through that journey. He smiles softly, touching hearts of people who look up to him. He talks as if this is the only thing you always wanted to hear.

His Holiness the Gyalwang Drukpa, spiritual head of Drukpa Buddhists, and also the patron and founder of Live to Love, a global humanitarian organization, has been named as the Guardian of the Himalayas by the Waterkeeper Alliance of the US. Waterkeeper Alliance, founded in 1999 by environmental lawyer Robert F Kennedy Jr and several waterkeeper organizations, is committed to grassroots advocacy and an unfaltering belief that everyone has a right to clean water. It collaborates with like-minded organisations across the world and provides a way for communities to stand up for their right to clean water and for the wise and equitable use of water resources, both locally and globally.

The Gyalwang Drukpa is a United Nation's Millennium Development Goal Awardee for his efforts towards the environment, as well as and clean environment is what we want to create for everyone. "A clean environment helps us breathe beautifully, inspiring clean and beautiful ideas," says Gyalwang Drukpa.

The Live to Love organisation of which actor Aamir Khan is the official brand ambassador, under the patronage of the Gyalwang Drukpa, has been engaged in creating grassroots-level awareness on water conservation and glacier preservation. In 2010, Live to Love had created a Guinness World Record for most trees planted in one hour by planting over 66,000 trees under harsh conditions in Leh. In 2012, Live to Love broke their 2010 Guinness World Record by planting 99,103 trees. This was done as an environmental initiative to hold the soil together, create and catalyse water retention, and stop landslides and soil erosion. The spiritual head smiles, "Live to Love is committed to preserving the environment and creating a sustainable ecological system that ensures that we give back to the nature from which we continue to draw incessantly. With global recognition and support like these, we will continue to do our small bit towards preserving the planet for our future generations."

Skin deep

Kiehl's offers a wide range of skin care products.
Kiehl's offers a wide range of skin care products.

Kiehl's, a care brand and Tanvi KG, skin care and makeup expert, organised an event to spread awareness regarding the benefits of skin care. The event was attended by ladies of all age groups who got their free skin consultation from the Kiehl's experts and Tanvi together. This initiative was mainly taken to make people aware of the importance of skin care and to teach them to diagnose their skin type. The evening was interactive and educative for all those present.

Sam, the manager at Kiehl's, shared that the century-old-company develops products that are fragrance free, gentle yet highly effective. Some of their best sellers include the Midnight Recovery concentrate and the Clearly Corrective dark spot remover, which tackle pigmentation and discolouration from the roots. In Indian climatic conditions he recommends the use of these serums because they provide the necessary hydration without excess oil.

Tanvi KG, who has been teaching women about skin care for over a decade, says "Skin care is the most important aspect of beauty and in my experience women are most confident when their skin is healthy." She is a strong believer that before learning the art of makeup, women must learn how to take care of their skin because if the skin is healthy you tend to look more beautiful naturally.

She also busts another myth that anti-aging products should be used once women reach their 40's. "Aging is a natural process," she says, "and keeping in mind the environmental conditions one should start using anti-aging products from 30 onwards.” — TNS

Fast track

Khandani Rajdhani, India's premier vegetarian thali, introduces a special Vrat thali during the auspicious period of Navratri.

The special Vrat thali at Khandani Rajdhani includes a wide variety of delectable dishes such as rajgire ka thepla, sabudana khichdi, singadeke pakode, rajgire ki kadhi, sabudana wada, rajgire ki puri, sabudana upwas papad, soma rice, tomato char, fruit cut salad, khopra chutney, etc.

The special Navratri vrat thali will cost during weekdays Rs 315 and on weekend it will cost Rs 345. —TNS

it’s rocking
Ayushmann does it again!

"However messy it is, always be in love…" read the closing lines in the video of Ayushmann Khurrana's brand new song-O Heeriye. One wonders what could possibly be so messy about being in love with Ayushmann, who gave us some of the finest songs, including Pani Da Rang and Saadi Gali? Written and co-composed by Ayushmann with Rochak Kohli, the song O Heeriye was released under the YRF Music Label on September 14, on Ayushmann's birthday. While we still can't get the tune out of our head, let's read what the city folks have to say about it…

Amazing tune

I think Ayushmann is a man of many talents and the super-hit songs that he has given us earlier and this one just prove it all the more. This song too is incredible and I really love it. It's amazing.

Pooja Tiwari, student

Return gift

I love the song Oh heeriye and Ayushman is a complete rock star. I love the fact that he comes up with something new every time and this one too is like jack out of the box-the best birthday surprise he could ever give to his fans.

Neha Biag, student

Feel-good factor

It's a very 'feel good' song and I quite enjoy it. I was eagerly waiting for this song and finally here it is. It's a beautiful song and three cheers to Ayushmann for it. I love the video very much.

Arpita Harne, student

--As told to Amarjot Kaur

star track
Aishwarya cooks really well: Abhishek

Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan have been married for the past seven years. Even today, the couple looks very much in love and devoted to one another. Abhishek showers praise on Aishwarya time and again. He calls her a perfect homemaker and a great cook too.

Abhishek Bachchan with Aishwarya He shares, "She cooks really well... In fact she makes good deserts. When we were newly-married, there is a Bengali custom where the girl has to make something sweet and she prepared halwa, which was too good. More than anything else, it is the emotion and love with which you cook that matters."

He added, "I am used to people whistling at my wife... see my wife then you will know why I am saying this. I have never whistled at her to woo her... I don't think it's the right thing to do. I courted her through my gesture, emotions and words." The star couple was recently roped in by a home appliances brand to be their brand ambassador.

Support system: Abhishek Bachchan with Aishwarya

Homi’s next project

Homi Adajania Director Homi Adajania and producer Dinesh Vijan last worked with Deepika Padukone in Cocktail. The trio comes together again for their next film Finding Fanny Fernandes. Deepika Padukone is very excited to be associated with the team once again. She has fond memories of shooting for Cocktail with the entire team and the film is very close to her heart. This movie changed her fortunes as an actress and as a star. After this film, she gave one hit after the other.
Repeat cast: Homi Adajania

Poster of Krrish 3 The business of box-office

Krrish 3 was supposed to release on Diwali day but now the film is releasing on November 1, prior to the weekend of Diwali. This is so that the film can enjoy full two weeks at the box office before Raam Leela releases.

Poster of Krrish 3

Wait and watchPoster of Dhoom 3

Here is the first look of Dhoom 3. Seriously speaking, we think Abhishek Bachchan and Uday Chopra look tacky and incongruous. What do you think?

Coming soon: Poster of Dhoom 3

When Shraddha met Aamir
Shraddha Kapoor had to wait for six long months before she could meet Aamir Khan

With her last film Aashiqui, Shraddha Kapoor finally managed to create her own space in Bollywood. However, despite her newfound fame, her screen idol Aamir Khan apparently didn’t have the time for more than six months.

Aamir KhanAfter aggressively chasing Aamir for half a year, Shraddha finally received a call from the star’s manager. A friend of the actress says, “Shraddha is a big fan of Aamir and was looking forward to have a chit- chat with him. If not a proper meet, she was even ready to talk to him inside an elevator. Aamir’s manager assured her that the star would meet her soon.” Finally, while Aamir was shooting for Dhoom 3 at a suburban studio, his manager summoned Shraddha.
Long due: Aamir Khan

Sonam Kapoor Sonam makes the mark

Sonam Kapoor has debuted on the list of people shaping the global fashion industry compiled and surveyed by the online portal Business of Fashion. It is a global survey and she is the only Indian actress mentioned in the list of 500 people from 27 countries across 50 nationalities.

Fashion forward: Sonam Kapoor

The days of yoreAnil Kapoor

Anil Kapoor was pretty close to veteran director Yash Chopra and he misses him. The two have worked together in Mashaal and Lamhe. They would meet for creative discussions and even advise each other. Kapoor misses the conversations he had with the legend.

Long ago: Anil Kapoor

Clash of the titles

Shahid Kapoor, who was highly appreciated for his performance in Phata Poster Nikla Hero, is now focusing on his next film, initially titled Rambo Rajkumar.

The title of the film has been changed. Shahid Kapoor was very fond of the title Rambo Rajkumar as he has always been a huge fan of Rambo, the character of an action series. The film’s title has been changed because of copyright issues.Pulkit Samrat

Pulling the right strings

Excel Entertainment produced Fukrey did well and got good reviews too. Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani are now looking for a solo lead script for Pulkit Samrat who was a part of the movie. They feel that Samrat has a lot of promise as an actor.

Promising note: Pulkit Samrat

chatter box
Into the wildA still from Bharat Ka Veer Putra… Maha Rana Pratap

In the up and coming episodes of Maha Rana Pratap, Mahamanga provokes Jalaal against Rajputana. Meanwhile, Pratap's friend Chakrapani invites him to his home for dinner where he gets to know about the tiger attacks in the village and about the tiger dragging away the child. Upon hearing the cries of the villagers, Pratap rushes to the jungle to save the child, but unfortunately, the kid was long gone. There, Pratap comes face to face with Rana Poonja.

Ultimate face-off: A still from Bharat Ka Veer Putra… Maha Rana Pratap

To be or not to be

The new edition of the show, Nach Baliye 6 that will be telecast on Star Plus will be out soon and the channel has approached many couples. The latest in the list are Pooja Gor and Raj Singh Arora. Buzz is that Raj doesn't want to dance as he isn't a dancer so they are mulling over the offer and will soon take a call. Meanwhile, Karan Wahi and Gautam Rode will host the show again.

Back to backDrashti Dhami

Drashti Dhami, who won Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, now seems to be facing the repercussions of participating in the show. The rigorous schedule and relentless practice for long hours have taken a toll on her health. News is that Drashti has been suffering from severe back problems and has even consulted a doctor. She has been advised to take rest but because of a prominent track going on in her show, Madhubala, she is unable to take a break.

Health issues: Drashti Dhami

Keeping away from negativityFenil Umrigar

Ekta Kapoor, the producer of Bade Acche Lagte Hain, had recently introduced a big leap in the show where Ram and Priya's kids grew up. Buzz is that Fenil Umrigar, who was signed to play Pihu, has now been replaced by newbie Akshita Kapoor because Pihu will turn into a negative character soon. Fenil didn't want to play a negative role, so she opted out.

Bidding adieu: Fenil Umrigar

Money matters

Anuj Saxena There were rumours about Anuj Saxena of Kusum fame returning to television with a cameo in the show, Kehta Hai Dil.. Jee Le Zara, where he was roped in to essay the role of a guy who falls for Saanchi (Sangeeta Ghosh) and that makes Dhruv (Ruslaan Mumtaz) jealous. However, there were some money issues between the makers of the show and him due to which things didn't work out.

Role call: Anuj Saxena

“I will appear on Bigg Boss’s finale in slimmer shape”

Filmmaker Rajat Rawail is out of the Bigg Boss's house and he is glad to be going back home. Rajat, who suffered from illness due to lack of food, talks about his stay in Bigg Boss and all that he learnt while he was a part of the show.

Why were you keeping unwell in the house?

In the first week, I was feeling fine and was joking around, but in the second week when I wished to see my daughter, I slipped into depression and my health began to deteriorate.

If you were unable to sleep properly and had health issues, why would you participate in a reality show?

I thought I could pull it off. Usually, when I work I am fine. I eat well and move around a lot. But staying in one house and going through the whole show I learnt a lot.Rajat Rawail

What have you learnt?

I have learnt the value of things, people, and food. Also, I did learnt quite a lot about myself. Earlier I used to think that I could do anything but that's not the case, and I think that I shouldn't take my health or weight issues lightly. I have to work on myself and get in better shape. I am going to treat my sleep problem. I will appear on the show's finale in a slimmer shape.

Do you think it is tough to be a part of Bigg Boss, as you don't get enough to eat or sleep?

That is the rule of the game to work over food and sleep. You have to earn it. There are tasks and rewards and all of them exert pressures on the contestant.

Do you regret doing the show?

No really, but I do regret not performing well.

Lessons on life: Rajat Rawail

Astro turf
P Khurrana

ARIES: New attractions are likely to be serious. Do not hold back anything from your boss. Focus on diet and exercise. Put all your problems aside for an evening of cheer. Tarot message: Don't waste an opportunity by being rash or impulsive. Lucky colour: Turquoise. Magic number: 44

TAURUS: Women: do not indulge in idle gossips. Your friends and support network will watch your back. A female colleague could push your buttons. Health needs attention. Tarot message: Keep your eyes on the future as you do so. Lucky colour: Fiery red. Magic number: 28

GEMINI: Pace yourself, since your energy levels can be low. Take some time out for meditation. You will find that your negative emotions are coming from external sources. Tarot message: Time will heal all pains and wounds. Lucky colour: Lotus pink. Magic number: 33

CANCER: Avoid careless spending. This is not a time for delegating responsibility. Problems will be solved without causing much stress. Indulge in projects, which inspire your personal and spiritual growth. Tarot message: Be positive. Lucky colour: Peacock blue Magic number: 36

LEO: Good day for negotiating contracts. Stars favour import and export. As the day progresses, all your problems will be sorted out if you are willing to be honest and face the truth. Tarot message: Do not be in a rush to spend extravagantly. Lucky colour: Silver grey. Magic number: 54

VIRGO: "The Magician" castes a smile on your health. Avoid drinking at parties. Those of you, who are setting out for a journey, should be prepared for a good adventure. Tarot message: Spend time meeting experienced people. Lucky colour: Crimson. Magic number: 37

LIBRA: "Queen of Swords" reveals that new love attractions are likely to be serious. Spend your spare time in the company of your loved ones. Stick to your budget. Tarot message: You can make things happen out of the most unlikely circumstances. Lucky colour: Brown. Magic number: 56

SCORPIO: Any projects connected with study, travel and cultural pursuits will be satisfying. You have the ability to work hard and overcome the obstacles in your path. Tarot message: Don't try to end all the deadlocks in one go. Lucky colour: Ebony. Magic number: 25

SAGITTARIUS: Avoid making any important business move today. A new romance is on the offing. Legal matters could take an expected turn and surprise you with a positive twist. Tarot message: Do not trivial problems affect you. Lucky colour: Deep red. Magic number: 28

CAPRICORN: Set your priorities. Early morning surprises can turn into achievements. Take a break and forget the million things that you intend to do. Health needs attention. Tarot message: Capitalise on your strength and do not trust others. Lucky colour: Forest green. Magic number: 32

AQUARIUS: An interest in alternative lifestyles and travelling to interesting places may give you the impetus to attend a festival or a workshop in personal development. Tarot message: Don't do anything at the cost of health. Lucky colour: Cherry red. Magic number: 43

PISCES: A sudden improvement in your fortune is indicated. Workmates may be rather aggressive. Emotionally you could be easily disturbed. This could be a time of sweeping changes. Tarot message: Lack of persistence can be disastrous in business matters. Lucky colour: White. Magic number: 47

The year ahead
Madan Gupta Spatu

If your birthday is October 3...

Jupiter blesses you with several characteristics to make you attractive, determined, dignified and helpful. You may suffer from some minor health issues but that would not bother you very much. Devoting time to domestic pursuits keeps stress at bay. Personal affairs will be under control. Tax and insurance matters will need some attention. You need to have self-confidence if you want to succeed. The year is full of testing ground and opportunity to foster closer ties by 'contributing'.

Positive colours: Yellow, Blanched & Almond

Select Days: Thursday, Friday & Tuesday

Favourable Numbers: 3,6 & 9

Gems recommended: Yellow Sapphire, Pearl

Charity on Birthday: Donate Yellow edible items in the memory of your ancestors if they left for heavenly abode on this 13th Lunar Tithi.

You share your birthday with Jyoti Prakash Dutta [October 3, 1949, Mumbai], who produces films under the banner of JP Films. In 1998, he got 'National Award for Best Feature Film on National Integration' from President of India for his super hit film Border. In 2012 he faced some litigation due to Rahu's inauspiciousness. His time is good in 2014.





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