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Rock on
Of all the things, celebrity status comes with ample strings attached. However, some work towards fame only to evade it while others would rather wallow in it. For television actor Shabbir Ahluwalia, "after working hard for becoming famous, not to enjoy is shallowness." In Chandigarh, he is contemplating a visit to Pal Dhaba, "I've heard that the butter chicken served there is amazing."
Here to promote his upcoming show Kumkum Bhagya, soon to be aired prime time on ZEE TV, Shabbir Ahluwalia talks about his long hair, his role models and all it takes to play a rock-star. "I play the character of a rock-star — a guy who's out there and likes to live his life. He's worked really hard to be where he is in the serial." Immediate mention of a rock-star invites queries on the film by the same name — any similarity or inspiration? "Ranbir did a fabulous job with the role and the movie. However, in a lot of ways this character is different from the one he plays. Even though my character doesn't have negative shades but because of the script, he's a rebel and might do things he's not supposed to." It's been two-and-a-half years since he's announced association with a project. The serial marks his return to the small screen. "Generally when I finish a project, I take a long break and do different things."
Making sense
Ekta Kapoor lends herself more to moot points than questions; the latest television offering sounds as different as it can by sticking to standard formats, including the 'K' factor. The story follows the life of a mother who runs a marriage hall and lives in the hope of seeing her two daughters—poles apart in bearing, outlook and disposition— happily married. Does it remain a loosely adapted version of Sense and Sensibility? He shares, "I read about it in the papers too, but it's not completely based on Sense and Sensibility. A character or two have been borrowed, but not the complete story." Wasn't it time women-centric characters gave way to something for men and by men! He laughs, "A show just for men and by men, probably no one would be able to watch because the remote of the television is always in the hands of the ladies."
Personal touch
Probably it took beyond the obvious signs of a rock-star to prepare for the role. Anyway long hair and bandana are the first part of any makeover to play a rock-star. "We've all grown up to a certain image of rock-stars. How they are all long-haired and tattooed. It's a look we have all grown up with, however, we kept things in a way that people connect to the character and at the same time are not disgusted by it." While essaying any character, personal influences often trickle in; his personal rock-stars include, "Bon Jovi and Slash from Guns N Roses. I grew up listening to them a lot even though we weren't exposed to a lot of music channels on television," shares the boy from Gurdaspur, who was, "born and brought up in Mumbai." Bollywood is not happening at the moment, "I like to do one thing at a time." As for Punjabi cinema, "I had two-three offers last year. Punjabi films are looking very different and great. They should happen sometime soon." Punjabi food it is, perhaps, for now. manpriya@tribunemail.com
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A woman’s voice
Women's struggle for equality need not be restricted to a day. However, the significance of the day cannot be pinned down to just a date. Do we really need a dot on the calendar to focus on gender equality? "Yes we do," nods Rajani Alexander, Consulate General of Canada, Chandigarh, India. "We need a reminder for gender equality and the fact that we have to work towards it," she re-affirms on why March 8 is rightfully the International Women's Day and has been in celebration for over a hundred years now.
Having been here only for three months now, she's yet to experience things first-hand, "In Canada, it is a very important day. There are thousands of events to mark the day. Everywhere it is being talked about and read." Something she would like to see replicated in the country as well. Big things ought to start on a small scale. She adds, "One doesn't need to commemorate things at a certain level. You can observe the day at your own level as well. If there are women you can mentor…go ahead — start with women who work for you at home, join support groups, speak about the issues, reach out to your colleagues." Like they say, big things ought to start on a small scale. Home front
The issues and ideas of change require constant spirit and patient endeavour. "I have two daughters; I start by educating them at home, instilling self-confidence and telling them how capable they are," shares the doctorate from University of Notre Dame and a former researcher as well as university instructor on Pacific, Asian and Gender Studies. There are a couple of observations on Indian women in Canada too, "who have a strong contribution in several ways." She adds, "They've made a community that is working towards achieving goals of equality and independence. They are all over, making their presence felt." Changing times
This year's theme is Inspiring Change, which is pretty much in sync with the prevalent spirit. As we celebrate the socio-political achievements, there is yet a long way to go. She shares, "In Canada the theme is Jobs for Women. Each country gets to choose a theme and works towards it. Women-owned businesses in Canada contribute 150 dollars to the economy, which is quite a lot." Apart as they might rest on the world map, women in both the countries battle certain similarities. "The challenges in both the countries are the same. Both of them address issues of gender equality." So what about men? She laughs, "The fact that women are gaining equality doesn't mean that men are losing it. It's hard to imagine a day like that for men. Right now, it seems tough and impossible that we wouldn't ever need an International Women's Day." True that!
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Stars shine down
It is the unbeatable spirit we are talking about here, something that even Google's weather application couldn't beat! Even when the cold breeze decided to flow in full swing at Multipurpose Sports Stadium, Sector 78, Mohali, not even a single soul present at the PTC Punjabi Film Awards 2014 on Monday evening cared much. They just wanted to see their favourite singer and actors perform. As they walked the Red Carpet, much like any Bollywood award night, the fans waiting outside only made sure they shouted their lungs out. Inside the main venue, which was done up in a day following the mess the rain had left it in a couple of days ago, the audience cheered for their stars. Neil Nitin Mukesh, Dharmendra, Gurdas Maan, Divya Dutta, Jimmy Sheirgill, Mukul Dev, Neeru Bajwa, Mika, Vivek Oberoi — an interesting mix of celebrities grabbed the attention, especially Vivek Oberoi who appeared on stage riding a bike, dancing to his 'old' number Dum and thereafter spewing Punjabi, as much as he knew, on the mike. With the trio, Diljit Dosanjh, Binnu Dhillon and Arjan Bajwa, announcing the names of the award winners, actors from the film fraternity were seen sporting some 'been-there-done-that' expressions of surprise. In beautiful gowns that they found somewhat difficult to carry, 'intensely' bright-coloured jackets (notwithstanding some exceptions like actor Anuj Sachdev who wore a formal coat with a bow, quite unheard of at Punjabi functions); glares as good as X-ray machines, the actresses and actors walked to the stage to collect their trophies. The thanks-giving speeches were limited to a few words, a lesson Bollywood needs to learn! As the camera zoomed-in on the film fraternity, new entrants took to the stage with their performances. It was, however, actor-comedian Gurpreet Ghuggi and Upasana Singh's performance on old Hindi hit songs that received maximum applause. Well, some expected films and stars (Sadda Haq was recognised for its contribution) walked away with trophies while others cheered on. If Bollywood actor Dharmendra, along with Rajiee M. Shinde, Director CEO PTC Network, and Rabindra Narayan, Director and President, PTC Punjabi, PTC News, could hold the stage with his entertaining and encouraging chit-chat, there is much for others to learn from! jasmine@tribunemail.com
And the award goes to...
PTC Punjabi Film Awards are for those who have made a difference to the Punjabi film industry. Here are some of the winners from this year.
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On a song
Here's a Punjabi singer who aims to be 'different'.
Supporting a bright orange turban pretty well, Dilbagh Singh shows up late than the appointed hour, but talks at a stretch, is candid, witty at times and able to woo the discerning listeners. In Chandigarh on Monday at PVR Centra Mall, Dilbagh is happy at the launch of his song Thodi jinni peeti hai by the House of Cheers. The song is from the film Namak Halal but Dilbagh has duly taken license for the song. "Others have done it too, be it improvising the song Jab pyar kisi se hota hai or Heera ki tamanna hai ki panna use mil jaye; but I believe in being fair," he asserts. The latest song is part of his project Iamsinghdilbagh that will have six full fledged songs and videos. "In the present song, I have kept the words simple, the song can connect to old and young alike." The six songs will be released by different companies. "Two companies are already fighting for my next song," says Dilbagh who turned to music to avoid studies. Getting trophies in zonal folk song competition in his school years made young Dilbagh opt it as a profession. "Singing won me love, my principal offered me tea, teachers encouraged to do riyaz and I decided this is where I want to be." Dilbagh trained under Ajmer Singh Chandan, and took to stage with his Guru's son Mika. Soon he was on his own doing stage shows around the globe. "I counted till 1100 and lost counting after that," says Dilbagh who sings Gujarati, Bhojpuri and South Indian songs too in his power packed performances. The singer has worked hard for his project, right from his looks to lyrics to music, and lost considerable weight too. Films next? "I am doing well in singing. I will concentrate on singing first, films might follow." mona@tribunmail.com
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Idol situation
The content and subject of his paintings spiral from a spiritual core, the intensity of which envelopes you in its healing embrace-a kind of meditation that translates its beauty in the language of art. Perhaps that should serve as a reason enough for you to visit Ravinder Sharma's 25th exhibition of paintings on Lord Shiva, titled Antaryatra, at the Government Museum and Art Gallery-10.
While he assembles an array of symbols, impressions and figurative abstracts and strings them on the thread of deep meditative thoughts and contemplation of Lord Shiva, the artistic calibre of Sharma remains in his capacity to explore different mediums. As he uses techniques, including churning, printing and grafting, graphics and paper rubbing to develop the texture of his paintings, Sharma experiments with different mediums too. For instance, water colour on paper, acrylic on canvas, x-ray sheets and fevicol with acrylic on mount paper. "When I paint a figure or a symbol, I focus on the effect and the impact it will generate. Since the subject of all my paintings is Lord Shiva, Shiv shakti and his various avatars, including Aghori, Pranav, Pashupati and Sarwavyapi, I like giving the figures a rock-like texture. Also, I use shades of azure and cerulean because it compliments my vision, thoughts and spirituality," he says. Among many of his paintings, the ones that interest us is the one, the content of which is the shivling at Kullu, Bijli Mahadev. "The locals of Kullu plaster this shivling in butter throughout the year and it is said that after a year, the lightning falls on this shivling and it gets destroyed, which, as mentioned in the mythology, implies that Lord Shiva takes the negativity on himself to save the world," Sharma explains. Meanwhile, there's another frame that features different phases of the moon. "It is believed that moon's father-in-law cursed him that he shall deteriorate in size and existence. Worried over this, the moon went to seek help from Lord Shiva, who blessed the moon saying that as he deteriorates, it shall grow back too. So, Lord Shiva is the only God who has to power to convert a curse into blessing," he shares. In 60 of his paintings, Sharma paints a portrait of his mother, who he idolises as an epitome of peace, love and spirituality. His painting, Mayavi, which depicts the selfish yearning of a mother for a son, while she cuddles her daughter in her lap, is also on display. This painting has also been exhibited at the National Lalit Kala Akademi. The price of these paintings start from Rs 10,000 to Rs 1 lakh. On till March 7 amarjot@tribunemail.com
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Well done!
The idea is to create awareness about wellness, a term that encompasses much more than just physical well-being. Though that is the ultimate aim, but wellness is about glowing skin, healthy diet, stress-free life…and to promote the same, representatives of the medical, beauty, spa and even tourism industry joined the initiative.
"The wellness industry is unorganised. The service-providers though are making efforts to benefit consumers but each is doing his own thing," says Richa Aggarwal of Cleopatra. The CWMTS also held discussions on promoting wellness tourism. Also present at the event was Vanya Mishra. The event saw participation by a rock band, Wellness Band by Rohit Gupta that aims to heal people through music. With the spectrum of wellness getting broader, an event like this is expected to boost wellness tourism and make the industry organised. — TNS
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In fifth gear
As Jazzy B arrives at the French Press Café in a Hummer that has his name right on top of the front wheels and Singhan Diyan Gadiyan on the rear wind screen, the crowd goes berserk. It takes us quite a while to get through to him cutting across the people clicking pictures and congratulating him on the release of his brand new single, Snghan Diyan Gadiyan, produced by the Speed Records. We do manage to speak with him and find him humble and honest in answering our questions.
"I am only too humbled that the song, which was released only five days ago, has received over five lakhs likes on the YouTube already. Jelly Manjit Puri has penned the song down and Popsy-The Music Machine, has given its music," shares Jazzy B, dressed in a hip-hop cap, designer shades, Hermes shoes and of course his trademark gold and diamond chain and diamond ear-studs. "It took us over a month to shoot this song and it has been shot in Ludhiana and village Majat," he adds. Keeping in view that most of the mainstream Punjabi singers are coming up with songs, the content of which is usually restricted to either flaunting their fancy cars, hefty bank balances and of course, the guns, we ask Jazzy as how his song is different from the rest. To this, he smiles and replies, "You see, that is the culture of Punjab now. Punjabis are warriors and I don't say that one should go about killing people, but if someone attacks you, and you do not respond back with a 'vaar', that's considered to be an act of utter cowardice. My song also talks about the virsa of Punjab and its culture, which I strongly believe, must not be forgotten." Jazzy B, who sung the title track of the film Shaadi ke Side Effects with Ishq Bector, says that he has always been inspired by Ustaad Kuldeep Manak. "I still have a couple of Bollywood films lined up for playback singing. Also, I received the Best Debut award for my first Punjabi Film, Best Of Luck at the PTC awards. Now, I am all geared up for my up and coming Punjabi film, Rambo Ranjha, where there will be a lot of action," he signs off. amarjot@tribunemail.com
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Game point
More than 35,000 sq ft of space stocked with goods from 40 sports and around 40,000 references covering the needs of sports people ranging from beginners to the most demanding of all. Decathlon, the French brand, formally opened India's biggest Sports Store at Zirakpur with some unique features which make shopping enjoyable.
Under one roof you have gear for badminton, basketball, combat sports, cricket, climbing, cycling, diving, fishing, mountaineering, trail run, surfing, skate boarding, horse riding, hiking and fitness, to name a few. Name it, and they have it. You can even get a smartphone band for runners who want to take their music with them. Says Cedric Pradalier, regional manager Punjab, Haryana & Himachal Pradesh, Decathlon Sport India, "To discover a sport you need basic equipment, so Decathlon has a full range of entry-level equipment for each sport known as Blue products. Our product range is made up of in-house "Passion" brands." — TNS
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A classic note
Art to Pandit Vidyadhar Vyas is about preserving the old and welcoming the new, taking pride in whatever has been passed on from the generations and valuing what the present generation is contributing. Art to him is also a complex mix of classic ragas that he lends his voice to and the contemporary way of performing on stage. A renowned classical singer of the Gwalior gharana, Vyas unlike many of his contemporaries, is open to change which he feels is inevitable.
"A change that promises substance also will sustain but the one which only has fluff to offer will fade away. I have confidence in the classical ragas; these have been here since centuries and will continue to be," says Vyas, who was in Panchkula to perform at the Gandharva Maha Vidyalya. Vyas introduces himself not just as a Hindustani classical vocalist, but also as a teacher. He was the head of the department at the University of Mumbai, vice-chancellor at the Bhatkhande Music Institute, besides being a visiting faculty at several foreign
universities. "Both jobs are equally challenging and interesting. After all these years, I still practice my art but as a teacher, the responsibility increases manifold because my students will teach the coming generations. There is no scope for sub-standard work." He enjoys performing in tri-city, for he finds the audience receptive. "The foundation of the Gandharva Maha Vidyalya was laid in Lahore, so people of the region share an old connection with the classical music." He doesn't feel threatened by the influx of Bollywood music, which he compares to fast food. "But that can never be a replacement for our staple diet. People might enjoy it at a party but back home, they have Indian food." Even at the global level, he says that the contribution of the Indian music has been significant in the form of raag dhani. "People abroad might not understand it all, but they definitely enjoy it, though there is a difference between how we perform in India and abroad," he signs off.
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Raise a toast
It was his moment and Varun Sharma lapped up every bit of it. This Fukrey actor, along with the cast of his upcoming film Yaaran Da Katchup, catches up to say cheers to his surging career. Varun, who won the Zee Cine film awards and Star Guild awards in the best comic role category, is definitely creating a good amount of space for himself in this industry. In addition to this, he has been able to lap up the nomination for the Stardust and IIFA awards.
Says Varun, “It goes without saying that I am excited and elated, it just proves that hard work pays.” Varun is currently waiting for the release of the Punjabi film Yaaran Da Katchup. “Comedy as we all know is a difficult thing, and if I can make the audience laugh, I feel it is the best award.”
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Ab-out time!
Every morning, he would crawl out of his bed, curse himself, and wonder whether he really had to do this. It was no fun; but Hollywood actor Sylvester Stallone would hit the gym in his garage every single day. Gym instructor and fitness manager with Elemention Health and Sport, CGA Chandigrah, Sohan Rawat narrates this anecdote to everyone who tells him how taxing it is to bring themselves to a gym everyday, especially women who can list 101 reasons for not making to the gym regularly. Once, he is through with this inspiring story, Sohan gets down to work, which simply translates into one word—fitness. At the gym, Sohan has introduced ABT exercise for women, which is catching the fancy of even those who have been keeping a safe distance from exercising. "ABT is the ab, butt and thigh exercise. Women who complain of excessive fat post pregnancy find it the most useful. Also, women who complain of excessive fat on their ab, butt and thighs should go in for this exercise," shares Sohan, who has noticed how desperately women want to get back into shape after pregnancy. "ABT is simple, easy form of exercise that includes jumping, lounges, and ab workout." Other than ABT, Sohan suggests kick boxing and martial arts as the other form of exercise which women can pick. "It is good for self-defense and of course helps burn calories much fast." A 30-minute martial art training burns 800 calories! "Fitness means a healthy mind sitting on a healthy body, and martial arts and kick boxing do the same. It also strengthens the reflex action." Adds Naveen Kala, fitness instructor at the same place who suggests kick boxing with cardio, a combination that works wonders. "Kick boxing strengths the muscles of legs and hands, it should be preferably around 7.30pm."
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Just for Zoya
Ranveer Singh has been bound by Zoya Akhtar in an exclusivity contract for Dil Dhadakne Do for four months. He will not shoot anything or make any appearances for more than four months once the movie rolls in May. Under wraps
All the details about Dil Dhadakne Do are being kept under wraps. The movie will be shot aboard an international cruise-liner in Europe. Priyanka Chopra and Ranveer Singh are not playing siblings in it. Different role
Ranveer is a rich businessman and you'll see a Ranveer you've never seen on screen before. His character is very prim and proper and unlike the carefree characters he has played so far. Single deal
Interestingly, Ranveer has signed a contract with the production house, stating that he will not shoot for any other film, not even ads, until Zoya's film wraps up.
Daddy, daddy cool!
War stories
Shraddha Kapoor met with a soldier who had fought in the Kargil war during her shoot for Haider in Kashmir. She was pleased with the meeting and listening to his experiences. Meanwhile, she turned 22 on March 3.
Hat trick
Shahid Kapoor is all bulked up and he is wearing a hat to cover up his bald head which he shaved from Haider. He has to keep his look under wraps.
No blind faith
Ranveer Singh turned down an Rs 30 crore deal with Eros which would give him a lot of choices from cast to director to script.
Arunodaya turns a villain
Arunodaya Singh will play the villain opposite Emraan Hashmi in Vikram Bhatt's supernatural thriller Mr X. Emraan's character has the power of invisibility.
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Irrfan in Jurassic Park 4
After starring in Hollywood film, Spiderman, Irrfan Khan has added another feather in his cap. He has been roped in to play an important role in Hollywood super hit Jurassic Park series, titled, Jurassic Park 4. The actor confirmed the news and Irrfan is yet to sign the dotted line.
"Yes, I've been offered Jurassic Park 4. But at the moment I cannot reveal any more details," said Irrfan. The actor has proved his mettle in Bollywood and now he is all set to conquer Hollywood with his acting prowess. The Jurassic Park 4 franchise will be directed by Colin Trevorrow. A friend of the actor revealed that Irrfan Khan will be seen in a pivotal role. "It's not a villain's role as it has been reported in the international press. After the way his role was melted down in The Amazing Spiderman, Irrfan is not willing to take risks with international offers. Just because he is being offered a role in a huge franchise, he won't run for it at the cost of his Indian projects," said the actor's friends. Irrfan, who is known for his power-packed performances in Maqbool, The Namesake and including the recent The Lunchbox, is committed to Tigmanshu Dhulia. But the major problem is that the time is coinciding with the shoot of Jurassic Park. Irfan is in big dilemma as his Bollywood dates clashed with Hollywood project. The friend adds, "It is tempting to take on a project that Steven Spielberg is associated with. But there is the risk of being lost in the crowd. Irrfan is waiting for the script before he chooses between Spielberg and Dhulia."
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Queen gets going
Queen kick-starts with a Delhi-wala wedding sequence. The environs were important and would add their own sets-appeal.
Vintee Bansal, production designer and art designer, who crafted the sets of the film, says, “The brief was that I had to show the wedding in progress and it wasn’t meant to be shown as a set that was completely ready.” For Bansal, a graduate in interior designing from Delhi University, Queen is one more feather in her cap, with a film-o-graphy that includes Warning and Fugly. Queen details the life and times of a small-town girl, who decides to go on her honeymoon alone…owing to a twist of destiny! Queen premiered at the Busan Film Festival in October 2013 and won rave reviews too. The Kangana Ranaut-starrer is directed by Vikas Bahl, and produced by Viacom 18 Motion Pictures, Vikramaditya Motwane and Anurag Kashyap. Queen also stars Rajkummar Rao and Lisa Haydon.
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A tale of two bahus
Nargis Fakhri is dating Uday Chopra and Rani Mukerji is going steady with Aditya Chopra. Here is the lowdown on the to-be-bahus.
Looks: Nargis is tall, sexy, fair, and beautiful. Rani is dusky, short, and not so pretty without make-up. Career: Nargis is yet to prove herself as an actress and she became an actress by accident. She was fairly appreciated in Madras Cafe and has a few films lined up. Her career is just beginning. Rani Mukerji has proved herself as an actress of calibre and now her career is almost over. Being open: Rani Mukerji and Aditya Chopra have kept their romance under wraps for years and both are extremely secretive people. They are reserved and rarely ever seen together. Nargis and Uday have also not accepted their romance in public but they are spotted all over the place, on vacation, and share sweet nothings on Twitter with each other. Personality: Nargis is outspoken and can talk and laugh for hours. She is very entertaining and honest. Rani is reserved, quiet and has not really made any crackling statements. Nargis is generous with complimenting people. Rani is not. Style: Nargis is a style icon and she dresses provocatively. She is totally cool about wearing bikinis. Rani is conservative about the way she dresses.
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Great going
The cast and crew of Kaisa Yeh Ishq Hai held a special celebration on the sets to mark the completion of 200 episodes. They commemorated the special occasion by cutting a cake. The show that returned with Season 2 has been doing well. Happy & content
Shweta Tiwari isn't looking for a serial right now. She's happy shooting for comedy show Mad In India and her other stage shows, as she feels she needs to spend more time with her teenaged daughter. Shweta also hasn't found any good show to take up
anyway. Time to quit
Buzz is that Manish Paul, who hosts Mad In India, is planning to quit the show as the response hasn't been as great as expected. Apparently Manish has a few film offers, so he might quit the
show.
Thinking big
Anjali Abrol of Star Plus' Raja Ki Ayegi Baaraat fame seems to be keen on doing films. After Singh Sahab The Great, now she has signed yet another horror film. Anjali was last seen in Mahadev and is currently recovering from a back injury.
Recovery phase
Reel wife of Kapil Sharma in Comedy Nights With Kapil, Sumona Chakravarti, is unwell. In fact, she was shooting for a film when she fell ill with food poisoning. Last year too, she had a similar illness. However, she is feeling better now after taking some rest. The hunt is on
While Jaya Bachchan is soon going to be on TV in Sony's show titled Vasundhara and though most of the cast is on board, the makers are searching for a younger actress to essay the character's younger role. Many actresses have given
audition.
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Travel tale(s)
Popular actress Shama Sikandar loves to travel whenever she is not shooting. According to her, there is no better way to de-stress and unwind. In the last six months, Shama travelled to five different places and all of them have been pleasure trips.
How have your recent trips been? I love traveling. I just love to pack my bags and go to unexplored places. In the last few months, I have been to Turkey, Dubai, Thailand, Goa and Udaipur. As I started working quite early in my life, travel is one thing that gives me pleasure. Is experiencing different cultures an eye-opener? Travelling makes you more confident and a better person. I have been abroad many times — sometimes for my work and sometimes just to have fun. I have noticed that people abroad are more broad-minded and they are open with their opinions. They don't think twice while giving their comments. This is one quality that I like the most. Knowing so many cultures was an eye-opener for me. What kind of experiences have you had while travelling? People think that tourists are treated badly and cheated in India, but I have faced this in other countries too. I think there are unfair people in all corners of the world. Who do you take along for your trips? The first choice is obviously Alex O Neil (boyfriend), but if he is not available I am my own partner! I just plan and go for it. I make all the plans and arrangements myself because then you know what exactly you have in your mind. Where is your next destination? I have travelled to many places but I would love to go to Italy, New Zealand, Spain and Greece. —
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the year ahead
If your birthday is March 5...
Ruled by number 5 and the planet Mercury, you are intelligent, sharp, sensible, business-oriented, dignified, original and dashing. People take you as a very warm and friendly person, but you need to check your tendency to behave quarrelsome and destructive at times. There will be peace and harmony in personal relationship. Financial matters will bring you limited gains. You will have to spend for the health of your loved ones. Positive colours: Green, Turquoise, Blue. Select days: Wednesday, Friday. Favourable numbers: 5, 6. Gems recommended: Emerald, Ruby. Charity on birthday: Donate green fodder to cows, copper utensils to the needy.
You share your birthday with Tinnu Anand, who is known as the director of Amitabh Bachchan's movies, including Kaalia, Shahenshah, Main Azaad Hoon and Major Saab. He is the son of veteran writer Inder Raj Anand and uncle of director Siddharth Anand. He will continue to tickle the funny bone.
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Astro turf
ARIES: You make an impact and shine like 'The Star'. You will take the lead today, set the pace and control the emotional agenda. You are likely to work closely with children. Distant news brings cheerfulness. Tarot message: Work can pose minor difficulties.
Lucky colour: Green. Magic number: 33.
TAURUS: 'The wheel of fortune' spins in some good fortune. Today you are capable to handle more than two or three situations at the same time. A partner can be a stabilising influence.
Tarot message: Be sure involving yourself as much as possible in a new project. Lucky colour: Burgundy. Magic number: 58. GEMINI: 'The Priests' usher in a pure, exalted and gracious influence. You are in a confused situation where you do not exactly agree with what you've been taught. You are likely to face the risk of your own decisions today.
Tarot message: Try to relax and put your cares to one side. Lucky colour: Purple. Magic number: 61. CANCER: 'Nine Golden Cups' predicts happiness. After an active night, you will appreciate a peaceful day. Be very careful about what you really have the authority to do. Love and romance add special flavour. Tarot message: Retain the fruits of your
hardwork. Lucky colour: Black. Magic number: 27. LEO: 'The Queen of Wands' helps you achieve professional success with calm authority. You can blend logic and intuition to come up with new ideas. You are spontaneous and can adapt to changing circumstances. Tarot message: Try to accomplish longterm tasks.
Lucky colour: Rainbow-pastles. Magic number: 39. VIRGO: 'The Queen of Swords' brings mental clarity and perspective in a chaotic situation. You work best with people who share a common vision. You focus on what you want and let those with different ideas go their way.
Tarot message: Take care of interests of your work. Lucky colour: Orange. Magic number: 42.
LIBRA: 'Three Wands' representing Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh greet you today. You will be able to establish your business and expand in new directions. You must stay grounded.
Tarot message: Do not play into the hands of a shrewd set of colleagues. Lucky colour: Peach.
Magic number: 34. SCORPIO: 'The Emperor' gets you in touch with your leadership qualities. Today your best approach is not to confront people, but to go about your own tasks with great dedication.
Tarot message: Be firm in extracting a commitment. Lucky colour: Crimson.
Magic number: 29. SAGITTARIUS: The third eye of 'Lord Shiva' opens for an infinitesimal moment to instigate a major transformation. You have a renewed sense of enthusiasm, even zeal, in projects having meaning for you.
Tarot message: Do not leave things up to chance. Lucky colour: Red. Magic number: 32. CAPRICORN: 'The Moon' takes you through a difficult Karmic situation today. Important issues come to light before 4 pm. You must address them even though there is a dark underside to them.
Tarot message: Be active in catching financial opportunities. Lucky colour: Yellow.
Magic number: 47. AQUARIUS: You draw 'The Ace of Cups', which brings beauty, pleasure and happiness. Ensure that your motives are positive. Spontaneous suggestions for relaxing diversions are worth accepting. Tarot message: It is the thought that counts, not the price tag. Lucky colour: Saffron.
Magic number: 45. PISCES: 'The Lovers' inspire you to climb new heights and actualise creative ideas. Spending money or saving it could be today's dilemma.
Tarot message: Get a clear perspective and balance your energy before making important decisions. Lucky colour: Peach.
Magic number: 51.
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