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	Heart to heart Priyanka Chopra interacts with her fans ahead of her upcoming film Gunday… Ashima Batish Even as a fan calls from a nondescript village in Orissa and claims ignorance about Priyanka Chopra's latest Bollywood outing Gunday, the actress isn't miffed about it. She politely briefs the fan about the film, its story, characters and requests him to watch the film in the nearest cinema hall. "But we have no cinema hall and we get electricity just for a couple of hours," says the fan, eager to tell Priyanka that this makes him no less a follower of her and that he has watched all her films. Many such fans got the opportunity to interact with the actress through Airtel talk 2 me with Priyanka Chopra on Tuesday. As Priyanka shares with her fans, the film is set in the 70s of Kolkata post Bangladesh got independence. "We even shot the entire film in Kolkata and I have worn a lot of dhakai sarees," she tells a certain fan from Kolkata, who showers compliments on the actress about her looks, style and acting skills. Her item song in the film, Asalaame-E-Ishqum, is a rage and so is Tune Mari Entry. "I am sure you will love the film also. The narrative of the film is very interesting," she tells fans who swear by her performance in Barfi and Mujhse Shaddi Karogi. Down with fever, she takes as many calls as possible from her fans from Jamshedpur to Kanpur. To a question about when she will get married, she politely says, "I haven't found anybody worth me. I am single but the day I realise someone deserves me, I will go ahead with the relationship." She even has someone asking her phone number or requesting her to follow them on Twitter or just repeat Barfi, as she did in the film. But the focus is on the film Gunday as of now and so a bit of it is included in every answer. "It's a film made with the heart. We had a great time shooting and that will show in our work," adds Priyanka. ashima@tribunemail.com
	GET PHYSICAL Back to back Vishal Thukral Number of young people who suffer from back pain in modern days is much greater than the number of young people who suffered from it in the previous generation. With modern technology, hovering over laptops, ipads and smartphones, most of the time we all in head-down position and that leads to strain the muscles in the neck and extends the pain down to spine. A strong, well-conditioned back can withstand more stress and protect the spine better than a back that has not been conditioned through exercise. Many back exercises can help strengthen the spine and the supporting muscles. Most of these back exercises also focus on the abdominal muscles and gluteus and hip muscles. Thereby making the core muscles strong and giving much relief to the back pain because they provide strong support to the spine. Following are the few back strengthening exercises- Table top: Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Raise legs one at a time, so that the knees are directly above the hips and lower legs are parallel with the floor. Hold the position for 15-20 seconds. Return to the starting position, lowering one leg at a time. Repeat 8-10 times. Shoulder bridge: Lie on your back with the knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Lift the bottom up slowly. Continue lifting the bottom until there is a straight-line from shoulders to the knees. Hold this position for 15-20 seconds. Repeat 8-10 times. Chest raises from prone: Lie on your stomach. Pinch your shoulders back, smoothly lift the head and chest. Look straight down. Hold for 8-10 seconds. Rest for 3-5 seconds. Repeat 10-12 times. Lower Back Rotation: Lie on your back with the knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Keeping your shoulders firmly on the floor, drop both the knees to one side, turn the head to other side and shoulders flat on the floor. Hold for 10-15 seconds, slowly switch sides. Repeat 10-12 times each side. Lower back & hip stretch: Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Press lower back on the floor. Grasp one knee with both hands and pull that knee toward chest while keeping your head on the floor. Keep the other knee bent with foot flat on the floor. Hold for 10-15 seconds. Return to the starting position. Repeat with the other leg. Repeat stretch 10-12 times on each leg. Diet tip: Eat organic food and drink 8-10 glasses of water in a day. Two servings of fruit and two to three servings of vegetables during the day may be a good idea. (Thukral is aerobics fitness trainer)
	Makeover magic For the fashion and beauty conscious people in Chandigarh, there is now a new destination for all beauty and hair needs, GK & GUY. A unisex salon inaugurated in Sector 44-C is owned not by any businessman but by two hair specialists. Run by two friends, it has hairstylists with national and international expertise and experience. Garry, one of the owners, is in fact first hair stylist and salon owner in City Beautiful, who has worked as a technician in one of world's top salon chain TONI&GUY's Hong Kong salon. Kuldeep, the other partner and the creative head of GK&GUY, has an experience of five years in salon services and is trained from Be Blunt, a hair styling institute run by Bollywood star Farhan Akhtar's wife Adhuna Akhtar. Talking about GK&GUY, Garry shares, "We worked together at a salon in Chandigarh years ago and thought of opening of salon of ours one day. Then I ended up at TONI&GUY, Hongkong, and there was no looking back. Now I want to bring all the work ethics, techniques, products, hair styles used internationally to Chandigarh through my salon". "Apart from all regular hair cuts and chemical jobs done by all salons, we have dew specialties like keratin treatment by imported products, which can treat severely damaged hair, and perming which is done correctly by rare hair stylists only," says Kuldeep on this occasion. Boasting of classic interiors and well trained staff, the salon is offering 50 per cent off on all chemical jobs in the inaugural month. — TNS
	Pride of Persia The mention of Persia tends to evoke the royal images of ornate chandeliers, rich carpets, hookahs lined against rustic walls, and a mild scent of roses wafting in the air. Motivated by this image and the promise of authentic Persian cuisine, Barbeque Nation rolls out Persian Food Festival at the Chandigarh and Mohali outlets! Inspired by the flavoursome and spicy kitchens of Persia, The Persian Food Festival at Barbeque Nation definitely has a lot to offer. The unique blend of spices makes an interesting assortment of dishes. The festival features specialties like the slow-roasted lamb kletiko, kabab-e-barg and kibbet. In addition to this, customers can feast in a true Persian style as the interiors at Chandigarh and Mohali outlets have been decorated to capture the magic of Persia. The festival promises more than just delicious food, it is a chance to indulge in a feast like no other. The festival is on for dinner only, from Mondays through Saturdays. Sundays would be open for both lunch and dinner spreads, the entire spread comes with no extra cost. Shares Sandeep Pandey, cluster manager, "Barbeque Nation has a wide range of food. We have brought this unique food festival to our customers in tricity to tickle their taste buds and showcase the extravagant food delicacies the Persian kitchens have to offer". — TNS
	Salsa to chatni The Mexican Food Festival proves to be an eye-opener as Chef Eduardo Perez points out the similarities in the food culture of the two countries Amarjot Kaur As one relishes the authentic Mexican food at Cinnamon, an all-day dining restaurant in Park Plaza, Sector 17, at the five-day-long Mexican Food Festival, one gets educated about the food culture of Mexico. While Chef Eduardo Perez, who has been featured in various television shows as a specialist chef and a restaurant critic in Mexico, waxes eloquent on the similarities of Indian cuisine with the Mexican palette, he shares a lot which surprise us. "For over three months, I was working as a chef in the famous Liberto Restaurant in Toronto with Chef Rocco Agostino, who owns three Italian restaurants in Toronto and I have been assisting him with the Mexican dimension to the restaurant with the Mexican pizzas. Also, I have been teaching in the International School of Chefs, where I have experimented a lot with the Asian cuisine," he smiles. As he talks about his creative exploits in India, he mentions, "There is a lot of diversity in this country and people's preferences vary from place to place. While in the North, people prefer less salty food, in South, especially in Indore, people like very salty food. However, I am amazed at the striking similarities between the cuisines of the two countries, including the Indian chatni and Italian salsa." He adds, "When I first tried the Indian chatni in America, it was more like a jelly and I did not like the taste of it. However, when my friends made chatni here in India, with mangos and tamarinds, it tasted divine. The best way to learn any kind of cuisine is to physically visit the locals of that area and experiment with the available ingredients," he smiles. Meanwhile, Perez shares that he can make palak paneer, samosa and lentils, which he experimented with at several Asian food festivals in Mexico. On Mexican food, he details, "While most of the times tacos and tortillas are eaten as starters, they are served as a full-fledged meal in Mexico, along with a soup which is mainly the stew." That the Mexicans love their salsa, there still is something that Perez calls his specialty-Chiles En Nogada. "This is a historical dish that connotes all colours of the Mexican flag. It basically is a lot of meat and fruits stuffed in a big green chilli and it's quoted in egg and deep fried. Also, it is served with white sauce and garnished with pomegranate. It has all the colours of the flag, including green, white and red." The food served at the festival included Mexican tortilla soup, with the tangy grilled fish and stuffed tomatoes. Also, there were enchiladas and kidney beans. "In Mexico, 90 per cent of the population eats meat, so there is a very little variety of vegetarian food. Also, we use a lot of chicken, sea food and pork. The only vegetarian items that there are available in Mexico are the Tuscany flowers, huitlacoche (black mushroom) and nopales, which is an edible cactus," he signs off. amarjot@tribunemail.com
	Oil is well! Mona Oil is an integral part of any Indian dish. But with so many options available and diet fads to make things further complicated, one is at a loss as which one to pick and which one to drop. Here is what the experts say… Rice to the occasion Rice bran is steadily climbing the popularity chart and most health experts are in favour of it. Made from rice husk, it retains the nutrients, especially vitamins B complex that Indians demand. "Rice bran oil has the right amount of oryzanol--an antioxidant with cholesterol lowering properties. It improves the good cholesterol to bad cholesterol ratio (HDL/LDL) and has more antioxidants as compared to other cooking oils," says nutrition and health educator Shreya. "Whatever is grown in the region is generally suited for the people there. We are biggest producers of rice and rice bran oil works best for us," adds Shreya. Adding variety Coconut oil and sesame oil have won a nod from nutritionists too. Coconut oil is said to be enhancing good cholesterol, fuels metabolism, is an immunity booster and works well for kids, elders and expecting or lactating mothers. "Cooking coconut oil is different from hair oils like Parachute," shares Shreya. Though the flavour works well for South Indian delicacies, it takes bit of practice to be accepted in North Indian cuisine but the effort is worth it. Indian diet lacks in omega 3 fatty acids and sesame (til) oil fits the bill. Mix-n-match Madhu Sharma, consultant, diet and wellness, Panchkula, advises the use of number of oils. "No oil is complete in itself. I generally suggest the use of three kinds of fat in regular diet. Desi ghee, mustard and rice bran in combination work well. Dal being a staple in our diet, desi ghee tadka goes well with it. Vegetables like bhindi, baigan and karela in mustard oil and gravy- based vegetables can be done in rice bran. Rice bran or refined oil can be used for paranthas too," suggests Madhu Sharma. Portion size Fat is a significant part of our diet, but quality and quantity both have to be regulated. Madhu Sharma puts it at the most 10-12 ml per day per person and it should be a mix of all three that she suggests. Even for growing kids, fat intake should be restricted. "Most diseases take root right in ones childhood. So even with growing kids, it needs to be monitored that the child takes a maximum limit of 25 ml oil a day." And, then there are fats that are not visible like in milk, snacks that one needs to wary of. How you cook Paranthas will be paranthas whichever oil you use to fry them. Frying remains to be the least healthy way of cooking. One can opt for steaming and grilling. "Making the oil reach its smoking point as we generally do for most our tadkas is bad. Just heat the oil. Even better if you let the vegetables like cabbage soak in the spices in its own juices on slow flame and for fat add bit of butter at the end. It would taste great and you can drive health benefits too," says Shreya. mona@tribunemail.com Good ol' olive Olive oil has become the hallmark for pseudo-health freaks. They will gladly glutton plates and plates of aloo puri provided it is fried in olive oil. Little knowing that some olive oils aren't meant for deep frying at all. "Extra virgin olive oil works the best for sprinkling on salads. Virgin olive oil you can use for regular cooking but is a complete no no for frying," says nutritionist Shreya. It being expensive works as a deterrent for some too and low cost olive oils can't be trusted as they could be combination and methods of extraction might not be that healthy. Trusted mustard Traditionally desi ghee and mustard oil have been the staple in this region. "Keeping in mind high smoking point of mustard oil, it works well with our traditional food. And it is low on cholesterol," says Shreya. Desi ghee is a balanced fat and can be part of regular fare provided it's used in limited quantity.
	STAR TRACK Who will do Shuddhi? With Hrithik Roshan walking out of Shudhi, the choice now is either Ranbir Kapoor with Deepika Padukone or Ranveer Singh with Deepika Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone or Ranveer Singh with Deepika Padukone might be part of Shuddhi as Hrithik Roshan has decided to step down from the project. If it stars Ranveer Singh, Kareena Kapoor Khan still might have a shot at doing the film but she definitely cannot be paired with Ranbir Kapoor. What Hrithik says Karan Malhotra and I have decided to unite in the most ambitious way post Shuddhi. For now, I cannot allow a vision like Shuddhi to stagnate any further. I had the finest experience an actor can have working with Karan in Agneepath and I'm sure both my dear Karans (Malhotra and Johar) are going to go beyond with this one! Shuddhi remains a part of me in spirit and I am sure it will be a landmark in our cinema. I wish them all the best! Earlier developments Earlier, it was reported that Deepika would replace Kareena as the latter was having date issues. Then Karan Johar has recently clarified that Kareena might leave the film because he could not expect her to wait indefinitely for the movie to roll. The movie kept getting delayed due to Hrithik's ill health and personal issues which affected the schedule of Bang Bang which in turn delayed Shuddhi. Possibilities and probabilities If Ranveer Singh does the movie, then Kareena might do it too and they were supposed to be part of Ram Leela. If Ranveer does it with Deepika, then it will be their third film together after Ram Leela and Finding Fanny Fernandez (in which he has a cameo as her husband). If Ranbir Kapoor does the movie with Deepika then it will be their fourth film together after Bachna Ae Haseeno, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, and Imtiaz Ali's film.
	Yes Bose! Rahul Bose has been out of action for a while but he will be seen in four films this year. At the same time, he has been raising money for children's education through an auction and is busy with other social causes too. He talks about movies, causes, and marriage. What an idea! The thought behind the auction, The Idea of India, is to make people realise the incredible excellence of this country by collecting memorabilia from achievers in the fields of art, culture, sports and Bollywood. I approached eminent people, who stand for compassion, generosity and non-discrimination. But most of them were puzzled about what to donate. I requested Shabana Azmi to part with her gold medal from her acting school days while Javed Akhtar obliged me with poetry written by him, his father and grandfather. Then Vikram Seth penned the first and last sonnets of his debut novel on a handmade paper besides writing a special couplet for the buyer. Aamir Khan has given the bundi (jacket) that he wore in Lagaan. Zakir Hussain has donated his tablas that his legendary father Ustad Alla Rakha played on. That's my favourite of the lot. Work load I am doing four films this year. I am very excited about Zoya Akhtar's multi-starrer movie. Though I am not one of the six lead actors, I have a very interesting supporting role, stuff that I can get my teeth into. Then I am doing a Bengali film and one with debutant director Varun Malhotra. We will start shooting for the sequel of Mr and Mrs Iyer at the end of this year. I feel only the best films should have a sequel. Otherwise, second parts are made just to rake in the moolah and widen the fan base. South-film offers From the Southern film industry, quite surprisingly, I got just one offer after Vishwaroopam last year. But then I realised playing a shrunken, cancer-ridden, one-eyed monster wasn't the best introduction to the filmmakers out there (chuckles). Love and illusion I look around and see everyone has a partner and I feel like I am an island. I cry into my pillow every night (giggles). Jokes apart, I don't understand why getting married is equated with settling down in life. Marriage can be the most unsettling thing in life! I think I am well-settled and love seems like an illusion now. But I have been in love and have been in some wonderful relationships. Game point Weekends mean rugby for me. That's how I stay fit. In fact, I am developing a long-term plan with the Indian Rugby Football Union to improve the scenario of that sport here. I am also working on making Mumbai gender sensitive.
	Sara inspired by Kirron TV actress Sara Khan, who is making her Bollywood debut with Total Siyappa, found it inspiring to work with veteran actress Kiron Kher. We hear that Sara play's Yami's sister and Kirron's eldest daughter in the film. She says, "Working with Kirron ji was such an honor. She carries herself with so much grace and watching her dance was a treat. We had a dance sequence in the film in which I was just left in awe when I saw her dancing." Directed by E. Niwas, Total Siyappa also stars Yami Gautam, Ali Zafar and Anupam Kher. It hits theatres on March 7.
	Future of Fitoor Fitoor starring Aditya Roy Kapur and Katrina Kaif might be shelved. The reasons are unknown. The movie has gone through casting changes. The production house maintains that the movie will roll as per schedule. Break ke baad Aamir Khan is back from his European vacation. He was spotted at the Mumbai International Airport. He will now get back to the grind.
	Big films, big year Anushka Sharma had one release in 2013 which was Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola and that flopped. She has the biggest films releasing this year which are PeeKay and Bombay Velvet and both are likely to release on Christmas Day. Uncertain future Sanjay Dutt's dubbing for Rajkumar Hirani's PeeKay is still pending because he is in jail. He is currently out on parole due to his wife's ill health but it is still uncertain if he will finish dubbing before he goes back to jail. Happy ending Karan Johar is very happy with the collections of Hasee Toh Phasee which has collected more than Rs 10 crore in just three days of its release. It was a small-budget film, of course and all the producers will be laughing to the bank. Big B raps with Yo Yo Amitabh Bachchan will rap with Yo Yo Honey Singh for a track for Bhootnath Returns. It is called Party with the Bhootnath. He is currently shooting for the song. Grudge against Bebo We feel that Anurag Kashyap is nursing a grudge against Kareena Kapoor Khan. He says she asks about the cast of the movie instead of the content of the movie when she should be doing the opposite. Perhaps, she might have turned down a movie of his.
	chatter box Childhood notes Sadhil Kapoor, who played Bal Ganesha in Devon Ke Dev Mahadev, will now be hosting a television show called Captain Tiao. He will chat with celebrities from all walks of life, who will relive their childhood days on the show. They will also do interesting and funny tasks. Mahesh Bhupathi, Kapil Sharma and Navjot Singh Sidhu, among others, will be part of the show. Painful times Asit Kumarr Modi's show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is facing a new crisis. Jethalal is unable to walk straight because he has sprained his waist. While doing yoga, taught recently to all the members of Gokuldham society, Jethalal injured himself. "Once the shoot is done, I actually get pain in my back," laughs actor Dilip Joshi, who is playing the character of Jetha. All the efforts by society members and Dr Haathi have gone in vain!
	Varied shades Seasoned theatre and television actor Apara Mehta, who played Savita Mansukh Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi kabhi Bahu Thi, has recently entered Vipul D Shah's light-hearted family show Firangi Bahu. She is very excited to be part of the show. We catch up for more. How has been your journey so far? I got recognition with Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. I was then part of Saat Phere, Parivaar, Dhak Dhak In Dubai, Dillagi, Alpviram, Karam Apna Apna, Virrudh et al. Now I am doing Firangi Bahu with Sahara One. The journey has indeed been very wonderful. You have played many negative characters, how do your fans react? They know my talent and have always supported me. What is your character like in Firangi Bahu? My character, Mota Bhabi, has several shades and is sarcastic. She is a show-off and very much bothered about what people think of her. How has the experience been on the set? I am really enjoying working with Dutch actor Sippora Zoutewelle; talented actors Indira Krishanan, Rohit Bhardwan and Hetal Puniwala. How is Apara Mehta different from Mota Bhabi? I am fun loving and simple. I am totally opposite of Mota Bhabi. What is your dream role on small screen? I love to do performance-oriented roles. I would like to do both negative and positive roles. How do you relax? I like classical music. I am also trained in Kathak and love to dance when free. — Dharam Pal
	Training hard Deepika Singh, aka Sandhya in Diya Aur Baati Hum, is shooting for the story track where her character is undergoing training at the IPS academy in Karnal, Haryana. She was inspired by Farhan Akhtar's role in Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, as she tied a tyre around her while shooting for the field scenes. Host of issues Karan Tacker, a popular face on television, is all set to host the latest show on Bindass titled Halla Bol. The actor became a household name with his shows Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai, Love Ne Mila Di Jodi and Rang Badalti Odhani. He has also hosted prestigious award functions such as IIFA, Star Guild Awards et al. As the host of the new show Halla Bol, Karan will take audiences through an emotional journey that will inspire youth to question societal norms and taboos against women. The show is slated to launch towards the end of February 2014 on Bindass. New twist Actress Kunickaa Sadanand will now be seen in Rajshri Production's Pyaar Ka Dard Hai on Star Plus. She will play the role of Nanaji's sister-in-law, who will bump into Pankhuri and Aditya when they go to Australia on their honeymoon. They will bring her back to their home, which will be a new twist.
	Melodrama grows Sahara One's Firangi Bahu is all set to go through a series of melodramatic twists and turns in its forthcoming storyline. After a sequence of fateful twists a new story will begin, which will change the lives of Camili and Desai family. Amidst the ongoing tension, Camili confronts the Desai family for forging Pranay and her signatures on the divorce papers. Pranay revolts in support of his family. Feeling insulted, Camili decides to leave the house. Watch out for more!
	Astro Turf P. Khurrana ARIES: Be particularly wary if dealing with property matters. Go to bed earlier than what is normal for you. Don't let dogmatism close your mind to varied possibilities. If an old friend needs you support, go ahead. Tarot message: Do not expect too much from others. Lucky colour: White. Magic number: 52. TAURUS: Expensive plans will have to be held in check. Your mate can feel that you have been devoting too much time to outside interests. An optimistic and compassionate frame of mind will create a passionate aura. Tarot message: Do not swing away from your course. Lucky colour: Green. Magic number: 26. GEMINI: You will have some difficulty controlling your emotions. Consider getting involved in charitable work. Agreements that have been dragging on for a while now should be successfully negotiated. Tarot message: Take one step at a time. Lucky colour: Purple. Magic number: 55. CANCER: Plug away steadily in the background. This is not the time for grabbing centrestage. Consider your course of action seriously. Tarot message: Make compromises outside and come to terms within yourself. Lucky colour: Yellow. Magic number: 46. LEO: Finances will improve. Business matters are fairly well under control. Your moods will be up and down all day. A former friend will turn up on your doorstep and have some exciting stories to tell. Tarot message: Don't do anything at the cost of health. Lucky colour: Jade. Magic number: 29. VIRGO: No need to make any important move. Conditions are too weak at the moment to contemplate fresh opportunities. You should not be too critical of co-workers. Children can cause worry. Tarot message: Don't reveal your plan of action to anyone. Lucky colour: Peach. Magic number: 27. LIBRA: Aim at teamwork. An accident can occur if you don't keep your mind on the job. Be especially careful when using electrical machinery. A change of home or job is possible. Tarot message: You shall prevent a lot of trouble by taking timely action. Lucky colour: Red. Magic number: 35. SCORPIO: Do not give into lethargy. Emotional people can change their mind. Earnings can be increased if you try. Deception from opposite sex is on the cards. Don't add to your debts. Tarot message: Don't reveal your plans to your competitors. Lucky colour: Ebony. Magic number: 27. SAGITTARIUS: An early morning disturbance can get you up a lot sooner than usual, which will give you a chance to catch up with some housework. Your energy level is soaring. Tarot message: You will receive a useful tip at the stock exchange, which can be put to profitable use. Lucky colour: Yellow. Magic number: 44. CAPRICORN: The day is going to be rather slow; plan ahead. Take advantage of other people's experience. Family will be much better company than friends this evening. Focus on meditation or yoga. Tarot message: Dare to accomplish long-term tasks. Lucky colour: Green. Magic number: 32. AQUARIUS: A financial matter that has been delayed should move forward now. Social activities will not be worth attending. There should be no special problems to deal with at home. Tarot message: Don't take hasty decisions. Lucky colour: Red. Magic number: 41. PISCES: This day will be marked by lack of activity. Business will tick over smoothly enough. You should finally feel that your self-esteem is rising. Avoid speculation. Do not exercise too much. Tarot message: Lack of confidence can leave you in losses. Lucky colour: Forest-green. Magic number: 43.
	The year ahead Madan Gupta Spatu If your birthday is February 12... Listen to your conscience regarding a moral dilemma. It won't be difficult to find a position with a reputable company. Stick on to some resolutions for a better life. Fertile imagination and impulsive actions will help you to resolve problems. There is great scope for financial prosperity through your hardwork. You will get substantial profits for your previous investments. Recovery of long term debts or entangled money will bring great relief. This year you will have a regular flow of income. You can also purchase property. If you are in a relationship, go ahead slowly and carefully. Positive colours: Golden, Red, Brown, Cream, White. Select days: Sunday, Monday. Favourable numbers: 1, 4, 2, 7. Gems recommended: Yellow Sapphire, Red Coral, Ruby. Charity on birthday: Donate green fodder to cows, copper utensils to the needy or at any religious place today. You share your birthday with Claudia Ciesla (February 12, 1987), a Polish-German model and actress. She was at the Bigg Boss house in the third season of the reality show. Claudia Ciesla did her first item song Balma with Akshay Kumar in Khiladi 786. Her stars are favourable for Hindi cinema.