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Lines to cherish
Revisiting history
Vishwajyoti Ghosh
The book, commissioned and collected by him, presents a variety of narratives forms, combining images and texts. As for the inspiration, shares the Delhi-based author, "If you've lived in any part of North India, you've grown up with Partition. There are stories that have been told to you and retold to you. But each generation has a different take on things and narratives." He adds, "The idea behind the book was to find co-incidences, shared history and spaces while the focus was to show how subsequent generations have coped up with it." The two years of effort started with soliciting contributors online; an invite to which the response was phenomenal. "A lot of my contributors were initially very apprehensive of the graphic format. That is because it's been written by someone and drawn by somebody else. It's interesting to see how they came together." There is a self-written and drawn chapter, called A Good Education. "It talks of my growing up at a refugee home in Delhi." It's a format which is nothing new to him, having come up with Delhi Calm, yet another graphic book on the 1970's emergency. There could be many more in the pipeline. "It's the best time to work on elections next year. There's the Anna movement and so much more."
Beyond language Kiran Nagarkar
"My professor once told me that any language is as powerful as you make it," he shares, while in Chandigarh to present two of his works The Extra Effort and Cuckold. The conversations border on his Sahitya Akademi Award winning Cuckold (1997); the novel behind which he has a story to share, "One fine day, it occurred to me that perhaps one of the most famous woman in India was Meera Bai. Ironically, we know nothing about her husband." Endless plays and songs on the lady notwithstanding! He shares, "Meera Bai did not interest me at all. I immediately dismissed the thought of writing anything on her." The 609-page work on the mystic Meerabai's husband Bhoj Raj was "initially intended to be a 100-odd page work." One thing led to the other till it eventually became, "one of the most important journeys I've ever undertaken." An effort to find a hiatus, a history or the literary lacunae turned into an epic novel. He adds, "Hindi movies misrepresent him so horrendously." Among the several fascinating things about the historical personality in question, there's one that comes to his mind, "Imagine being told by your wife on the wedding night that she is with somebody else." Just when period dramas and biographies are the toast of Bollywood, "cinematic adaptation has never occurred to me. I am only trying to tell a story." Any query on his upcoming works invites a dismissive reaction. He laughs, "I am trying to write 100 shades of grey," adding, "Do you think it's possible to write about any of the current personalities and be allowed to breathe in peace in this country. Any community that you write about comes forward to deny, clarify and repudiate things. About whom should I write?" Food for thought!
Celebrating words Giriraj Kiradoo
In Chandigarh, as a critic on This Side That Side: Restorying Partition, he shares his take on all things academic. "I don't see festivals where the books get the centrestage. CLF is a good step and a change. Publisher driven festivals are never a good idea." As for the book in question, there's a lot that goes in its favour. "It's a unique book. There are writings about Partition with contributors of our age." As many as 46 contributors write about Partition and share the lived history. "I don't believe in glorifying individual authors. Contributive writing should be encouraged. There is one more thing good about the book; it comes from a very small and independent press."
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Write note
A civil servant by profession, Manoj Singh follows his passion of writing with zeal. He has penned several books, including novels Kashamkash and Hostel ke Pannon Se, collection of articles Vyaktitav ka Prabhav and Chinta Nahi Chintan short story collection titled Meri Pehchan. While Manoj Singh writes primarily in Hindi, his latest novel Eternal Bonds is in English.
What made you write Eternal Bonds? Nothing in specific; it is a heartfelt and poignant story that revolves around the family that respects and nurtures the bonds of relationships in the face of severe emotional challenges. The characters in the story are normal people, who deal with daily challenges; one can easily relate to them. Is this your first book in English? How autobiographical is it? Yes, this is my first attempt in English. No, it is not at all autobiographical; the story is purely fictional. How difficult is it finding time for writing being in an entirely different profession? Writing is my passion and if one is passionate about something, one can easily find out time. It is essentially about time-management. Who have been your favourite authors? No one in specific. But yes, I like old European writers and authors. What are you writing next up? I am currently working on two projects, the first book is based on bureaucracy and the second is a modern-day love story. How do you see works in English in India at the moment? It is more spiritual. Nowadays, not as much research seems to go into certain subjects as the old authors from Europe used to do. Anything interesting you would like to share with our readers? Nowadays, people generally buy best-sellers or famous books. If a survey is conducted, I feel there will be very few avid readers. Everyone is working with new marketing strategies just to make their books move off the shelf.
mona@tribunemail.com
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Miniature marvel
Sukhmani
According to me, a miniature garden should have a perfect blend of plants, hard surfaces, patios and accessories, all in proportion to each other. The scale is the main key here and that's what I specialise in. Being a landscape designer, I scale down every element that I use otherwise in my projects and include it in my miniature gardens. My gardens create a living garden scene and this is what sets them apart from the other types.
(Sukhmani is a Chandigarh-based interior and landscape designer)
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A close eye on issues
On popular demand, Sunday with Filmmaker, an initiative of the Chandigarh Creative Cinema Circle, is now 'Weekend with Filmmaker'. And this time around on November 9, get to know independent documentary-maker known for his stinging controversial works — the Delhi-based journalist Shubhradeep Chakravorty.
Chakravorty is a social crusader who loves his food and wine, who stays away from viral thumbs-up of the Internet and who doesn't mind being labelled as a Muslim agent by his peers. He came into limelight with his controversial Godhra Tak, one of the first investigative documentaries on what led to the burning of S6 coach of Sabarmati Express on February 27, 2002. Made in the aftermath of the murders of Shahid Azmi and Naushad Kashmiji, Out of the Court Settlement asked some difficult questions about our legal system. After The Storm, which talked about seven terror accused who were set free by various courts across India, probed further. The screening of his films has been stalled many times and he is yet to get a certificate from CBFC. Custodial torture, targeting of minorities, religion used as a tool for persecution…Chakravorty has worked on subjects brushed under the carpet. The following of his works will be screened on November 9 at the Government Museum and Art Gallery-10, Chandigarh, from 4 pm onwards. Out of Court Settlement
This 66-minute long documentary illustrates the life-threatening conditions faced by Indian defense lawyers appearing in terror-related cases. Recently, lawyers Shahid Azmi and Naushad Kashimji were killed in two separate incidents. The documentary tries to find out whether Indian establishment was the mastermind behind these killings. It also looks at these killings in the light of several incidents of beating and intimidation of defense lawyers around the country and tries to evaluate the state of Indian legal system as well as its systemic capability to deliver justice to the minorities. After the Storm
This one-hour-long documentary narrates stories of seven former terror accused set free by various law courts across India. Mukhtar Ahmed, Md. Fassiuddin Ahmed, Umar Farooque, Moutasim Billah, Harith Ansari, Md. Musarrat Hussain ‘Bobby' and Shaik Abdul Kaleem are among thousands of Muslim youth arrested, falsely implicated and then acquitted in terror cases. The film narrates their ordeal and miseries and sheds light on their current fight for survival. — TNS
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Passionate word(s)
Listening to stories by the elders, Jagir Singh Dhesa got initiated into Punjabi literature right in his childhood. If his parents' dream of seeing him as a teacher put him on the right path, his teachers encouraged him to go beyond that and achieve more. Teaching Punjabi today, he has written as many as 18 books on varied topics right from religion to criticism.
The Head of Department of Punjabi at Patel Memorial National College, Rajpura, Dhesa loves to teach, write and organise seminars on issues pertinent to the language. "It's true that Punjabi readers and writers are getting scarce day by day," says Dhesa. "If we do not consciously try to save our language, Punjabi will suffer the same fate as some other language that died there own death." He is for three-pronged approach to propagate Punjabi. "If the younger generation, parents and teachers come together, the language will not only survive but thrive, but we have to make efforts right from the primary education level." Dhesa writes on different subjects and a lot on criticism. His body of works includes Gurudwra Karmsar Raara Sahib, Sant Isher Singh Ji Lambian Sahib Wale (a biography) Baaz Da Geet (translation) Te Jad Rukh Bolde Han (collection of essays); and Sahitak Drishtikon, Balwant Gargi Naat Wich Dukhant, Punjabi Vartak Vivechan (criticism). "I write a lot of books to help students in their research work. Je Tu Akal Latif is my most significant work. It's my effort of more than two decades." Currently, Dhesa is writing Adhunik Punjabi Naatak Samwad ate Samikhya. Dhesa believes in dialogue and is happy initiating the same with his students. "I organise loads of competitions and seminars to keep students involved," says Dhesa, who mentions his wife's contribution in his professional life as 'special'. "I am totally dedicated to my language and been able to do that as my wife supports my passion." mona@tribunemail.com
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Save the scalp
Dr Vikas Sharma An itchy, scaly scalp can be a major source of embarrassment and can affect one's self-esteem and lifestyle routine. No one likes to have scales shedding from the scalp all over the shoulders or extending beyond the hairline, thus making it visible in the front over the forehead, on the sides, around the ears and in the back over the neck. Scaling, over the scalp is just not the commonly known dandruff, in fact one should get flaky scalp properly diagnosed. The most common cause of the flaky scalp is a skin disorder called seborrheic dermatitis. This condition presents as irritated oily waxy patches over the scalp that result in white to yellowish brown flakes. In severe cases, similar patches can extend to involve areas in and around the ears, eyebrows, sides of the nose. Scalp psoriasis is another common cause of a flaky scalp. Depending upon the severity of the condition, it can appear as well demarcated red patches associated with thick silvery scales resulting due to the over-production of skin cells, which fail to terminally differentiate or mature. This condition is sometimes accompanied by itching and bleeding. It can appear as few discrete patches or it may cover the entire scalp. People with scalp psoriasis also may have psoriasis patches on other areas of the body such as the elbows and knees. Apart from the medical disorders, not shampooing often enough can lead to product or oil build-up that can create flakes of dandruff. At the same time, too much frequent combing and shampooing can also irritate the scalp and result in inflammation creating a scaly red scalp. Similarly, allergic reactions to ingredients in haircare products can lead to an itchy, inflamed, and flaking scalp. This can be induced by contact dermatitis to hair dyes, various hair styling gels and other hair cosmetics with fragrances. For many people, the presence of flakes may coincide with the seasons. As the seasons change, so should your haircare routine. Optimise your haircare routine and usage of hair products to minimise weather-related scalp afflictions. Proper cleansing with a medically prescribed shampoo having a correct pH will help to prevent a heap of abnormal skin cells on your scalp. Decrease and optimise the number of styling products you use, as styling gel and hair cosmetics with fragrances, including hair spray can cause an inflamed flaky scalp. Use medicated shampoos in a proper way, always read the labelled composition - list of active ingredients. Shampoos containing salicylic acid are capable of breaking down scalp build-up and split flakes into small pieces, making it easier to wash them away. Antibacterial and antifungal shampoos containing zinc pyrithione can reduce the abnormal growth of micro-flora on your scalp that may be causing the scaliness and flaky scalp. One needs to be cautious of the fact that even the medicated shampoos need to used in an optimum manner otherwise they can have their adverse effects. Using a daily dandruff shampoo can be harsh and requires a good follow-up conditioner. The advantage of a follow up conditioner is that it can leave a coating on the hair, thus replacing the natural oils rinsed away by shampoo, to restore the normal pH of the scalp, smoothen the hair cuticle and seal the split ends. The most vital aspect is never to ignore a red flaky scalp as it may be a sign of a skin disorder that may require a proper prescription treatment. (Dr Vikas is a Chandigarh-based skin specialist)
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Oven-fried, guilt-free
Kandla Nijhowne I know this sounds contradictory but yes, there is such a thing as the oven frying technique! Here, we get a crunchy, crisp surface on our food without dunking it in hot oil. Needless to say, we cut down on our calorie intake with a meal like this one! My favourite is an oven-fried chicken but vegetarians please don't despair. You can oven fry potatoes, mushrooms and paneer too by following this method (the potatoes would need to be parboiled though). Many recipes use mayonnaise to marinate the chicken. I find that its gloopy character doesn't allow the surface to get crisp. The healthier option is good old dahi. Do remember to call this oven-fried chicken. Baked chicken sounds decidedly less exciting.
Ingredients
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Eyes right
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The frames are available in over 100 styles in myriad festive colours like red, blue, purple for the fashion forward as well as colours like gold, silver, black and brown for those with a subtle taste. Frames are made with materials like acetates, colourful TR 90's and metals in contemporary as well as traditional style options for both men and women. —
TNS
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Objection raised
Last month, famous Hollywood director Woody Allen pulled his latest film Blue Jasmine from theatres in India as he objected to mandatory anti-tobacco warnings during smoking scenes.
Now it's filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma is to slam the government over anti-tobacco ads forced into movie scenes. "I have been seeing a million anti smoking campaigns since I was a kid but yet to see a single smoker who gave up smoking becos of them. Nd why should non smokers who pay good money to see the likes of Hritiks and Katrinas suffer grotesque visuals of diseased lungs and mouths," the 51-year-old filmmaker tweeted. "If the Government's only intention is to educate us moronic idiots on the dangers of smoking why stop only with smoking and ignore other worse evils?" he added. He further added: "Some claim that cigarette consumption is falling but is it because of these ads at the theatres? And if they really believe that ads can stop people from having vices they should logically do that for all vices...why only cigarette and gutka. They should put a limit on features to be not more than an hour and should put 1 hour of ads in between against alcohol, prostitution, etc." His next film Satya 2, which releases this Friday, has been granted 'A' certificated by the Central Board of Film Certification.
In the big league
To be or not to be
Boss goes to Iraq!
Akshay Kumar starrer Boss is all set make history when it releases in Iraq on 28 November. The film was also the first ever from Bollywood to release in Panama. With this, the film becomes the first Akshay Kumar movie to release in Iraq and only the second Bollywood movie ever to release in the country after the Salman Khan starrer Ek Tha Tiger.
Celebrating a bond
Veteran singer Lata Mangeshkar celebrated Bhai Dooj with her brother Hridaynath at her residence on November 5.
It is a ritual celebrated by Hindus on the last day of the five-day-long Diwali festival.
Together time: Lata Mangeshkar with
her brother Hridaynath
Hit formula
Deepika Padukone is on the cover of a news magazine for the success she has had in 2012-2013 with humongous hits like Cocktail (74 crore), Race 2 (104 crore), Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (185 crore) and Chennai Express with 220 crore. The last time an actress was on the cover was Aishwarya Rai in 2003.
Real location
Kabir Khan's next film for Sajid Nadiadwala stars Katrina Kaif and Saif Ali Khan and is titled Phantom (working title). It is being shot in Beirut in Lebanon as Kabir Khan has a penchant for difficult and real places.
Farhan live
Rock on: Farhan Akhtar
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Striking a balance
Kareena Kapoor Khan lives life her way. The actress is doing very well on personal and professional life. She talks about her family, movies and more. Fitness
funda
I gain and lose weight very easily and it is because of yoga. I have become a pro at yoga and do kapaal
bhaati, surya namaskar regularly. Yoga gives me flexibility to change my look for my roles. Also, I want to clarify that I am not building six-pack-abs for
Shuddhi. Desi touch
What I liked about Gori Tere Pyar Mein is working with Imran Khan and Punit
Malhotra. Shooting in a village was fun too because people there are so innocent and sweet. Life in villages is different from the luxurious and busy lives we lead. I am a very desi person at heart. I love my desi
khana. I love my paranthas. I need my typical Indian sabjis like tendli, bhopla,
dudhi, karela. I need these subjis everyday. I know my sabjis very well and I eat everything. Being
grounded
Saif and I are very simple people. We still walk to places around our house. We live a normal life. He is very chilled out. We give each other space and never interfere in work. We balance traditional and modern values. And we love each other unconditionally. That is the most important thing. We are still in touch with our old friends and we do not go to many parties. It is important for us to be grounded and real. Time for change
In Gori Tere Pyar Mein I play a social worker with an NGO who goes away to a village to help in its development and to empower the people there. India is a democracy but there is so much inequality in the country. Our politicians have a lot of work to do to balance this out. There is only so much a common man can do. Living life
I have lived my life on my own terms. I have no regrets about anything. I never look back. I only do movies that interest me. I don't think too much. I am emotional. I have never chased success or glamour. I have not forgotten my real and personal life along with my professional life. I think family, friends and marriage are as important as your career. I have lived my personal life parallel to my professional life.
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Bhaji In Problem creates buzz, receives record price
With less than a week to go for the release of the much awaited Punjabi comical relief, Bhaji in Problem, buzz is that the company has been inundated with huge demands for the rights of the film from across cinemas in Punjab! An insider has revealed that the film has been sold in Punjab for a record price, a first for a Punjabi film. Keeping in mind the pre-release craze, the distributors are certain of recovering their investments in the first week of the release itself. Soon after the trailer was launched, audiences were found tweeting and describing the trailer as hilarious and expressing their eagerness to watch the film. Some people also called it the 'Dhamaka' trailer, re-instating the fact that the film indeed looks as a promising blockbuster for all Punjabi and comedy film buffs. Bhaji in Problem stars some of Punjab's most reputed stars — Gippy Grewal, Gurpreet Ghuggi and veteran actor Om Puri. The film is directed by Smeep Kang who has delivered successful hits such as Carry on Jatta and Lucky Di Unlucky Story.
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Putting on the dancing shoes
Lata Sabarwal, who plays Rajshri in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, is now looking forward to dance well in Nach Baliye 6. She was the one to coax her husband Sanjeev to participate in the show. Though she's finding it tough to manage home and TV shows, she's enjoying the fame... Why did you choose Nach Baliye? It was a good opportunity. I chose it to have some thrill in life. Now that we have committed, we will do our best to perform well. It must be tough to manage your baby, TV show Yeh Rishta and Nach Baliye. Yes, it has been tough. I am managing home, my shows and baby at the same time with a lot of help from family. My mother-in-law and mother are a big support. It would not have been possible without their help. I shoot for Yeh Rishta six hours a day and I must praise the producers, who have been very helpful. I want to thank them especially. I practice the dance steps for two hours on alternate day basis and shoot for Nach once a week, which is fine. Have you ever learnt dance? No, but it is fun and interesting. It feels great to learn new dance forms. Did you have to convince your husband a lot to be a part of the show? Well, I wanted to do it more than him. I didn't want to put pressure on him but I told him that he had to convince himself first. Once he was on board, things were smooth.
After rumours of Jeannie Aur Juju ending soon, now comes the news that Giaa Manek will quit the show. She played the role of Jeannie and now will be replaced by Shivshakti Sachdeva, who was last seen in Afsar
Bitiya.
Wrap up time
While her sister seems to be progressing in the Bigg Boss house, Gauahar Khan's sister Nigaar keeps mum on the developments. Gauahar's close friendship with co-contestant Kushal Tandon has been making news but Nigaar perhaps feels that it would be best if her sister talks for herself. Smart girl!
All that annoys Govinda
Make way for Rushad
Rushad Rana will enter Jee Le Zara as Dhruv's (Ruslaan Mumtaz) brother. He might accelerate the slow paced love story between Saanchi and
Dhruv.
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Astro turf
ARIES: Relationships will be in the limelight today. There may be some conflicts due to stubbornness on either party's side. Work hard to retain the integrity, sacredness and respect in your relationship. TAURUS: Focusing on your budget and planning a long-term savings strategy will be the highlight. Don't let the monotony of work get to you, there would be some interesting tasks later in the evening. GEMINI: "Love and romance would be highlighted today. Situation at home would be peaceful and calm. In certain relationships, you would need to be extra patient and not form hasty opinions. CANCER: "The queen of cups" says that communication would continue to be vital today. There may be some delays and postponements, especially, before the middle of the day. Finances and health will remain stable. LEO: Work and professional endeavours would be the highlight today. Relationships would deepen and become stronger and so would your financial position. VIRGO: Many of you may form new relationships and associations that would benefit you, personally and professionally. Finances, too, would look good, since there may be some windfall towards the end of the day. LIBRA: Lovers, friends and partners will be quite aggressive and demanding, wanting to know your whereabouts and the reasons for your behaviour. At work, be vigilant and alert to plans that may be coming up. SCORPIO: Your mental, physical and emotional states would be in equilibrium. Your confidence would be on a high and at work you would be open to taking on more challenges and responsibilities. SAGITTARIUS: The increase in the flow on money. Emotions would be particularly sensitive and you may get hurt or angry a little too quickly. Professionally, you would be able to come up with some creative ideas. CAPRICORN: The time is just right to put everything in perspective and remove the element of chaos and confusion that has been prevalent for some time. Splurging should also be avoided. AQUARIUS: There would be a flow of ideas, communication and emotions. You would be able to come closer to your spouse or partner as well as other family members. PISCES: At home you may have to help out a younger relation with some work.
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The year ahead
If your birthday is November 8...
A popular festival Soorya Shashti falls on your this birthday. The number eight of Scorpio zodiac makes you very powerful. Number eight has a strong and successful vibration. Ruled by Saturn, you will be ambitious, business-minded, practical, leading, authoritative, successful, courageous, accomplished and organized. You may think you're working behind the scenes as 2014 begins. You will make new friends on Facebook. Be cautious of your password. A family member’s health can put you in a state of anxiety. Some of you complain of a pain in the back or in shoulders. Try to involve yourself in some physically strenuous work. Positive colours: Dark blue, dark grey, purple, violet. Select days: Saturday, Wednesday and Friday Favourable numbers: 4,5,6,8 Gems recommended: Blue sapphire, diamond Charity on birthday: Offer water to Sun
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Very few subjects lend themselves to graphic visuals, least of all Partition. In the process of illustrating, there were a lot of apprehensions to be dealt with and mental blocks to be reconciled with. An anthology on Partition, This Side That Side: Restorying Partition, was as much of a challenge, as an achievement. "I had been very interested in the subject of Partition from a very long time. The graphic version of the novel was always imagined. There were a lot of mental blocks initially, but the book has been very well received," Vishwajyoti Ghosh looks back at all the things he had to take in his stride to curate a subject as serious as Partition, in a format as comic as graphic. 
His debut work was written in a language he never wrote before in. The work in question, Saat Sakkam Trechalis, is considered a landmark in Marathi literature and was recently translated as Seven Sixes are Forty Three. Moving on, Ravan and Eddie began in Marathi and completed in English. Language has neither been a bar for Mumbai-born author Kiran Nagarkar nor has it ever held him back. 
There is no such thing as too many in anything literary! Celebration of books needs to happen in every language, region, community and dialect. No count is good enough. "I don't think even sixty is too many for literature festivals," for poet, author, translator and critic Giriraj Kiradoo, the festivals are a celebration of literature and "the more, the merrier." 
A miniature garden is a term widely used for any small size garden, natural or artificial. Dish gardens, terrariums, bonsai, tray gardening, windowsill gardening, tea-cup gardening are all considered miniature gardening. Many people living in apartments miss having a garden and thus the trend of miniature gardens is fast catching on. Just like life-sized landscapes, the possibilities for miniature gardens are endless. They can be indoor or outdoor, in-ground or in a pot, small or large and filled with everything you can dream of.
Anurag Kashyap has been invited to be on the jury of the Marrakech International Film Festival. Other jury members include veterans from the world over like Martin
Scorcese, Marion Cotillard, Patricia Clarkson, and Fatih Akin.
Special gifts
The Kapoors have had a very good year with success of Sonam's films and Anil Kapoor launching 24 in India successfully. So they have sent out special gifts to their near and dear ones. It's been indeed a special celebration this year!
Imran Khan turned down the script of Gori Tere Pyar Mein four times before he finally agreed to do it which resulted in a delay of six months. The movie started out as a two hero and two heroine project but was streamlined to what you will see in theatres on November 22.
Gone are those days when Bollywood films were shown only in India and neighbouring countries. Our films now are
taking the overseas market by storm.
"Bhaubeez/Bhaidooj with my brother Hridaynath at home in Mumbai," the 84-year-old singer tweeted.
Farhan Akhtar has been touring with his band Farhan Live across cities. He has become very popular in Dubai where he was hosted by Quincy Jones who has co-produced albums for Michael Jackson. He performed at Hard Rock Cafe in Dubai on
Diwali.
Enters the new Jeannie
After a six month run, buzz is that Life OK's Do Dil Ek Jaan will end in December. The show started in June starring Nikita Sharma and Ayaz Ahmed and even has Farooque Shaikh playing an important role. But soon the buzz fizzled. The makers even added an intimate scene but it couldn't lift the ratings.
Nigaar keeps it simple
Govinda surprised the makers of Comedy Circus when he walked out of the show without explaining the reason. Apparently, he was there to support Pooja Bose, who had to appear on the show. But when she realised that her segment was short, both of them left. He later went and shot for Comedy Nights with Kapil.
Usha Uthup (November 8, 1947) has sung in 15 Indian languages. She started singing in a small nightclub in Chennai. Uthup sang several songs in the 1970s and 1980s for music directors R D Burman and Bappi Lahiri. She is considered an icon in Kolkatta and has active social presence in the city. She also appears as a judge on several TV shows. Her number eight is very strong for her voice.