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Face to face
Milk and peaches complexion is what remains popular - if Kareena Kapoor Khan flaunted it on the screen, lately it's Alia Bhatt who fuels the desire for gossamer skin amongst the women. Whatever the age or whichever part of the globe a woman lives in, a healthy, glowing skin remains most sought after.
The advancement in medicine and technology has stepped in to help willing women (and increasingly men) to maintain a healthy skin. Right from injecting your own blood (called Vampire facials) to completely removing the upper skin through diamond needles leaving it paper white (diamond facial), skin treatments are increasingly using advanced equipment and medical procedures. We check out what Chandigarh has on offer.
Photo finish
Going by the popularity that photo-facials are gaining all around, especially in Mumbai, Richa Agarwal, director, Cleopatra Spa, is soon introducing it in her outlets in Chandigarh. "Although my favourite remains organic facials, photo facials have been getting rave reviews and I did give it a try; the results are amazing. Photo rays just like laser make the absorption of products better into the skin and circulation, which helps even out the skin tone. Pros. Relatively fast duration. While the photo exposure will take about 15 minutes, in all an hour is required for the facial Precaution. Avoid scorching sun post facial for 2-3 hours. check out. Cleopatra's organic seaweed non-equipment facial for Rs 1,200. cost
Rs 1500-2000
Nature therapy
Hydra Fab Facial at Tress Lounge-8, which uses powerful serums, addresses pigmentation as well as fine lines, leaving lightened tone and firm skin. "Our Hydra Fab Facial is high on potency with real plant extracts prepared in Italy. Not only it effectively addresses skin issues, but also reverses effects of scorching summer and exposure to harsh light," says Dr Poonam Bhatia, beauty manager at Tress Lounge-8. Pros. This chemical-free treatment works well with most skin types, including the sensitive. Duration. At least six sittings ranging from an hour to an hour-and-a-half work best. Precaution. Use recommended sun screens post facial. Check out. Tress Lounge's Pure Indulgence Treatment is for Rs 5,500. cost
Rs 3,000
Easing out
Newer facial skin rejuvenation techniques and procedures have been introduced at the National Skin Hospital, Mansa Devi Complex. While majority of young and middle-aged are looking for the latest procedures aimed at skin lightening, admits Dr Vikas Sharma, chief consultant dermatologist, others look for solutions to sagging skin, enlarged pores, fine lines and uneven skin tone. The Hydra Facial combines the use of crystal-free microdermabrasion with pneumatic application of an antioxidant based serum. Pros. Hydra Facial offers quick, radiantly clean, refined and moist treatment. Duration. Around 15- 20 minutes in a single session. cost
Rs 1500
Tighten up
Mesotherapy technique is used to treat the sagging skin and produce some tightening as well as lifting of facial skin. The technique is the unique combination of art and science, a medical speciality using painless microinjections of fillers, vitamins, herbs, and skin enhancing pharmaceuticals in specific formulations. Pros. There is no surgery and no "down-time". You may return to your daily routine immediately. time. Mesotherapy for facial rejuvenation is usually performed in an initial series of 2-4 treatments spaced 2-3 weeks apart. Each treatment session lasts 20 minutes cost
Rs 1500
Light effect
Skin rejuvenation with Intense Pulsed Light also known as Laser Facial is another promising technique. Duration. Around 15 minutes cost Around
Rs 2,000 to 2,500 per session
Precautions
"All these techniques have no side-effects if used by the specialists. However, those with eczemas, recent viral or bacterial infections should first get those problems sorted out," says Dr Vikas. Post facial, one should avoid direct sun exposure for 2-3 hours and also not wear cosmetics 4-5 hours before and after medicated facials
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A heart’s calling
Born and brought up in Moga, Arfi Lamba was pretty much like every other small town lad enamoured by Bollywood; he confesses that he would often trade his studies for a Madhuri Dixit movie! But he didn't quite start his Bollywood career with commercial cinema.
"Although I was heavily passionate about Bollywood and films, I was still juggling between my dreams and reality, which like every engineering student was to get a fancy job and start working," says Arfi, who studied engineering from Thapar University. It was only after he started working as an engineer that he realised what he truly wanted. In 2007, Arfi waved goodbye to the only stable job that he had as an engineer in Delhi and moved to Mumbai. "Of course my parents were not happy with my decision, but my heart was into acting," he says. Arfi, coaxed by friends, got a photo shoot done, courtesy which he landed a small role in the film Slumdog Millionaire. "That's where it all began; I had just moved to Mumbai in 2008 when Navleen Tandon, who was then the casting director of the film, short-listed me for a small role," he says. This was only the beginning, for later he went to Cannes to represent his film, where he met Katharina Suckle, with whom he started a production company, Bombay Berlin Film Production (BBFP). "After playing the role of Chandan's alter ego in the film Prague, a movie by Ashish R Shukla and produced by Rohit Khaitan, I was tempted to do meaningful commercial film," shares Arfi. Kabir Sadanand and Arfi had been friends for long, but not worked together till finally Kabir offered him the role of Aditya in Fugly. "I play the role of Aditya, who is one of the four friends in the film. I was tempted by the graph of the film, the role and the story plot. Also, though the film is a commercial one, it is meaningful cinema, without attempting to be preachy at all," says Arfi, revealing the reasons for choosing the film. While talking about his future projects, Arfi shares that he will soon be producing a film titled Loev under his production banner and is also gearing up for the film, The Pollutant, which has been in the pipeline for
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Notes to remember
She sent the entire nation on a Karaoke exercise with the hit single Chahun Main Ya Na — the song that was on repeat mode all through last year, as much for its music as for its croon-worthy element. After the hit musical Aashiqui 2, singer Palak Muchhal put her career graph on an upward spiral and couldn't have asked for more. Nor did she have to!
"That song was a game-changer for me. After that track I have already recorded as many as 128 songs that will hit the market as the films release," she revisits the satisfying journey that Bollywood has been so far and still continues to be. And then there is the song Ice-Cream with Honey Song, "This song is my first association with Honey Singh; my first duet with him. I am happy and excited. I have worked with him on the song Photocopy in the past, so there was this level of comfort." Playback singing in cover songs usually doesn't happen without a long struggle, which begins with reality shows. "I come from a Marwari family, which has had absolutely no connection with music. However, I have had personal interest in music since childhood and once sang at a family function when I was as young as two-and-a-half-years old." She adds, "My mother had me enrolled for lessons in classical music. I learnt Urdu, voice culture and everything else possible." "When I was 14, my family moved to Mumbai and the first thing I wanted to do was meet Salman Khan." She adds, "I got introduced to him through a director. He was encouraging and got me to sing a few lines." His show Dus Ka Dum followed. "He made me sing in as many as 17 languages," shares the 22-year-old. "Lapata was my first big song. After the recording, he told me that the song was being used in his upcoming film Ek Tha Tiger. I almost did not take him seriously because it was too good to be true." Only it was! She attributes the success as much to dedication as to the right inspiration. "I have always been an ardent Lata Mangeshkar fan. I also admire Shreya Ghoshal and Sunidhi Chauhan." Coming up is Fugly and, "There's also this film Traffic, then a Vir Das film titled Ishqeria and lots more."
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What’s baking!
Ludhiana is quickly turning into a foodie's paradise and the many bakeries that have opened in the city during the recent past have sure added more to the plate! And what's more, as many as four more bakeries are coming up soon. Says Rajiv Jain from Baker's Lounge, "The tastes of people are definitely changing. New bakeries that are opening up in the city are a testimony to this trend. People here have a sweet tooth, no doubt, but the preference is now for bakery products ."
A number of new innovations are making the bakery products even more alluring for the customers. A recently opened bakery called Bake House offers German products, including 'Danishes', which have soft creamy layers beneath the coated crust. "We are making cinnamon rolls and pita breads as well. The preference of people is just changing," says Kunal Arora from Bake House.
He adds, "In the rapidly changing lifestyles of today, inclination for different kinds of breads
has increased. These offer a great alternative for a quick breakfast and snacks. None of the
celebrations are complete without cakes, so the appetite for bakery products is only going to increase with time,"
Be it the chocorolls, almond-rocks or puddings - people now have a great variety to choose from.
The relatively new bakeries here, including Nik Bakers, offer a huge variety of delectable products to choose from. Even as the new bakeries are
opening up, the older ones are also sprucing up their menus to keep up with times," says Vanya, a foodie. "The great thing about bakeries is that most of them are innovating and adding new things to their menus," says Aditya, another
Ludhiana resident.
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At your service
Delhi might be the fashion capital of the country but it's quite a task to travel 240 km every time you want something special, something customised and designer. So you turn to local designers, sift through their designs, check out their work, fabric, cut and fit. The reason you can never undermine the importance of local designers and local labels is at least they are at your beck and call unlike the big, busy names of Delhi designer circle.
"And we too make everything, from floor length anarkalis, Pakistani suits to shraras to lehengas…" says Nidhi Jain of Nidhi Studios, who is a pass out of NIFT, Delhi. She is all set to present her creations at Summer Fashion Yatra, an exhibition that will have 35 other designers, most of them from the region, a couple of them from Delhi and even Pakistan. Nidhi closely follows the two major fashion weeks of India, doesn't replicate designs as such but interpret them in her own unique way. "I started designing clothes for friends, which inspired me to begin on a professional note, and here I am." As a prelude to her collection, she gets her two creations, a saree done in net and lycra. The pink embroidery and cut work on the golden background makes for a fresh combination, the cut work is neat and not over the top. But the yellow anarkali gown or anarkali suit (it's difficult to decipher the design) is stale, something that has been so much done to death that even the incarnation looks haggard. Even the embroidery fails to make any amends. Another Panchkula-based designer to put up a stall at the exhibition is Shikha Monga. As expected, she uses all kinds of fabrics, cotton, georgette, chiffon and organza. She promises fresh designs in the form of peplum suits, a fusion concept not easy to imagine. She models for her own designs, as she is wearing an off-white organza gown with red dori work. The work is intricate, neat and worth a mention, and only if the choice of fabric was wise, only if the stiff organza was replaced by a softer version of it, which is more suited for the summer, it would have made many a fashion follower's head turn. Karishma Ahuja has named her label Kimz. She has used pastel shades. "Also, I have done a lot of Bollywood designs." Yet, she calls her collection exclusive, owing to the better quality of fabrics she uses. The two-day exhibition will begin from May 10 at Bella Vista.
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A happy tune
Jasmine Singh
With a pleasant smile, mischievous eyes, and a sweet voice, Anmol can come up with a prank just when you start relaxing in his company. His track Kalol 2012 received an unexpectedly overwhelming response from the industry as well as from the audience. Currently, his track Saah is making rounds everywhere. The singer opens his heart, which not everyone is allowed a peek into. I am a singer I did my MBA, but all I wanted to do was to sing. I did get a lot of strange reactions from the near and dear ones when I told them what I wanted to do. My family supported me throughout in this decision and I am here because of them. Inspiration comes calling I write most of my tracks, which are inspired by things, people and incidents around. I don't have to find a quiet corner to write a song, I can do that walking or sitting anywhere. My track Kalol is something every youngster can relate to. Make some noise I love performing live; you can also say this is something that gives me immense satisfaction and pride. When I hear people calling out my name and requesting me to sing my tracks again and again, I am filled with pride. I haven't got over the live show that I did in Ladwa, Haryana in 2013. A huge crowd asked me to sing each and every track on a repeat mode. Let's jam in I admire both Yo Yo Honey Singh and Diljit Dosanjh. I would love to collaborate with them some day. Best compliment…. A girl came up to me once and said 'you look great what special diet do you take.' Fit n fine Fitness is an integral part of my schedule. Singing is a kind of an exercise as well that stretches the vocal chords and puts a lot of pressure on all the muscles. I hit the gym everyday. No reservations I eat everything I can lay my hands on except for non-vegetarian. I don't have any reservations about what not to eat for my throat. That changed it all When my track Kalol came out, it was an instant hit. People started rhyming Anmol Kalol. It changed everything for me. It gave me recognition. Marooned on an island Give me my mobile, I love to play games, something to eat and a pen and paper. On my hit list Peed tere jaan di by Gurdas Maan is my all time favourite and will always be. Filmi keeda As of now I am only concentrating on my track. I don't want to do any films as of now. Let's see what happens after a while.
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Moments of glory
Divya Dutta
We sat with Shabanaji and Javed saab for breakfast. What a lovely gesture from Shabanaji to specially make nice Indian tea for me as their tea was very light. I love this couple and have immense respect for them. I bumped into another favourite—Dolly Ahluwalia and her gracious husband. We all spent the afternoon outdoors and what a wonderful time we had splashing water, singing songs and discussing poetry along with other friends who accompanied us. The evening was busy with technical awards and I was so proud that Bhaag Milkha Bhaag got nine awards that evening. I gave away an award too. The rest of the evening was spent with Rakeysh Ompraksh Mehra, Shankar Ehsan Loy and the MBM crew. The next day was the day of the main awards. Yes, I was nervous. Even if have won earlier, there's always that heart beat running faster when you are nominated! But that afternoon was special as we all had a talk session with none other than Kevin Spacey! Priyanka Chopra was beautifully mediating the talk. Palpitations had started as the time was coming close for the awards. I got ready in my Neeta Lulla outfit. I held my bro's hand tight and walked the red carpet. Something magical happened there! Thousands of people waiting to greet the stars! I thought it was the usual craze, but for the first time as I walked, I realised it was something much more than that. That warmth, that love from the crowd, shouting my name wanting to hold my hand just once, some even crying in excitement, shook me. It was a divine feeling to be loved like that! I could have cried too in sheer joy! This love was the biggest trophy in itself. But yes, I was still tense. In front of the man whom the film was based, I really wanted to hold the trophy and thank him for what this role had brought my way. I was sitting with Tushar Kapur and Nawazuddin Siddique. Tushar was called back stage. It was time to announce my category. Farhan Akhtar was hosting the show along with Shahid Kapoor. As Tushar and Ritesh Deshmukh opened the envelope, I felt my heart sink! And Tushar said, "You thought I was leaving? I am here and with great pride to announce that the award goes to you DD!" And that tingling feeling where you are extremely happy and you want to cry because you are so relieved. Among the thunderous applause, I walked up, finding it tough to climb the steps in my gown. Farhan came to my rescue and in his replication from our famous scene offered his blazer in jest! That was the moment I was waiting for. That trophy received in the presence of Milkha ji and my director Rakeysh, the words just flew from the heart and the applause showed the audience related to how I felt! That trophy was precious and that love I got, I've brought it all back in my heart. Yes, I am back a happy and content woman. (Dutta is a Bollywood actress)
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Pot it well
Satish Narula
Plants in pots need special treatment. The amount of water retained in pots is limited. The space further reduces if the pots are old and the plant roots have already filled the space. The concrete of pots also get heated leading to moisture loss. The plants are very sensitive and wilt in no time. There is need to give special attention to pots and baskets. There is an advantage with pots as these can be shifted to shade. But when there is no provision of shade other measures have to be taken. The pot surface could be mulched, that is, provided with some kind of cover with materials like moss grass, paper shreds, wood shavings etc. Covering with stones or chips could however, harm at times as they get heated and may burn superficial and thread like roots. This is more so in case of begonias. It is important to understand the watering needs of different kind of plants. Keeping pots in shade and that too in groups considerably reduces the water loss and watering needs. Keeping a pot of water in between also reduces the need as it increases humidity. The priorities could also be fixed depending upon the species. There is little need of water in pots having plants of Ficus species, like rubber plants, Ficus benjamina, Ficus panda, Ficus infectoria etc. But this does not mean that the same principle holds good for bonsai plants of Ficus species. In fact, the bonsai plants need watering at least twice a day and if there is overhead sprinkling it is still better. The plants like palms also need lesser amount of water but remember any stress at any stage may cause irreparable setback and it is difficult for palm to revive once it is subjected to water stress. Plants like aphelandra need watering every day. The stress in this plant is seen as wilting of leaves even in a day. The begonias with very thin hair like leaves need almost continuous moistening of soil. Asparagus has needle like leaves and loss of water in minimal. The watering of this plant may be skipped even for two to three days at a stretch. Dieffenbachia and dracaena also can withstand stress for some time. Watering method is also important. When we water pots, the water seems to fill the pot immediately with even a small application giving an impression that the pots have been watered appropriately. (Narula is Chandigarh based senior PAU horticulturist and landscapist)
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Melon medley
Kandla Nijhowne
Melon, mint & ginger zing salad Ingredients
Method
Note: You can replace mint with fresh dhaniya, specially the crunchy stems if you don't care for mint. If you don't have honey, then shakkar is also an acceptable substitute. (Kandla is a Chandigarh-based culinary expert)
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Sunny to host Splitsvilla
Goddess of oomph, actress Sunny Leone, will soon be seen scorching TV screens across India as she steps into her new role as the host of the seventh season of MTV's hugely popular flagship show, MTV Splitsvilla. A sizzling Sunny will be seen co-hosting this immensely exciting season of the show alongside MTV VJ Nikhil Chinapa.
With over 68 million viewers in urban India, MTV Splitsvilla has been a favourite of the audiences ever since its launch six seasons ago. The show also received immense love online with more than 18 million video views just for the last season. With over 3.5 million fans on the Facebook page and over 1,500 tweets for each new episode that went on air, season six of the show has been the biggest one yet. Now, in its seventh season, Sunny has been roped in to up the ante and make this year the hottest one for the show ever! Speaking about her decision to host MTV Splitsvilla, Sunny Leone said, "MTV is an iconic youth brand. I was always fascinated by the edgy content, the cool shows and always wanted to be a part of it. After moving to India, I got the opportunity to watch Splitsvilla and enjoyed it quite a bit. It's great that I now get to be a part of it. I am absolutely excited about working on the show and I know it's going to be a treat for me and my fans alike!" Speaking about the show, MTV VJ Nikhil Chinapa said, "It's great to be back with another season of one of MTV's most popular shows — MTV Splitsvilla. This year, we're changing things around to raise the stakes and the excitement around the show. In its 7th season, MTV has put together not just a fantastic new cast but also has made some very interesting changes to the format. With all the elements coming together, MTV Splitsvilla promises to deliver the best season we've ever had to fans this year." Talking about Sunny's association with the show, Vikas Gupta, Programming Head of MTV India, said, "MTV Splitsvilla is a show that delves into the life and relationships of young people. Sunny is a gorgeous woman who has a great fan following, which makes her one of the most sought-after faces in the industry today.”
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Boston beckons
Shraddha Kapoor has been in a hectic shooting schedule since September.
The young actor has been shooting for Haider with Shahid Kapoor and then directly went on to shoot Ek Villian with Sidharth Malhotra.
Now having wrapped shooting for both her films, the young actor had some time off. Before she starts promotions of Ek Villian, Shraddha wants to unwind and take a small break. She will be visiting Boston University where she was studying before she joined the industry. Shraddha has friends in Boston. Even in the midst of work she is in touch with them. The young actor is looking forward to meet them. When her film Aashiqui 2 had released her friends in Boston had given her feedback on how her songs have become a rage. Shraddha had later sent them DVDs of the film. Shraddha is also keen to visit her hostel and the room she stayed in. The actor is trying to get in touch with hostel authorities to get permissions. The spokesperson of Shraddha shares, "Shraddha has been in a hectic shooting schedule. Having some time to herself she is visiting her university in Boston and is also keen to see her
room."
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Sonam’s Cannes outing
The Cannes Film Festival is like a three-day glamourous holiday for Sonam Kapoor who walks the red carpet over there as an L'Oreal ambassador. She talks about the experience, make-up, fashion, and more.
Holiday Cannes Film Festival is like a three-day holiday for me. It's about representing my country and having fun. Being glamorous and having champagne. Like every year, I'm really looking forward to it. Reality check It's so exciting to meet everybody there. When you meet beautiful models and international stars, you realise you're living in a bubble. It's a humbling experience. The world is so big and it reminds you to have more humility and modesty. Make-up plans This year my make-up will be shiny, very golden and bronze. I'm trying to stay away from the white-skin look. Indians like to define their eyes so my team has included that in the look too. And we'll definitely focus on the lip colour. I'm really excited about the L'Or Lumiere collection as it embodies two of my favourite make-up trends--neo gold and bright. I'm quite excited to showcase these trends on a global platform. Surprise element Like every year, I'll be experimenting with my look this year too. And it's going to be a surprise. It doesn't matter whether it's the red carpet in India or Cannes, there will be an Indian element to whatever I'm going to wear. For instance, last year I wore Anamika Khanna's outfit. She is a Marwadi (Rajasthani) designer. I wore a saree and a nose ring. That look was really appreciated. So, this year too I'll try and come up with interesting Indian elements. My mom has beautiful jewellery and I'd like to wear something from her collection if it goes with my outfit. Indian trends Every year I try to spot a fashion trend which is relevant to India. So, even if the rest of people abroad are following the worldwide trend on the red carpet, I try to follow the Indian trend, which people here will be able to carry off. Hence, L'Oreal Paris is trying hard to create trends here before going to Cannes. We're trying to do something new and bring a change. The Indian media seems to enjoy covering my appearances at the festival. I don't know how much value I add to the festival, but the media has always had faith in me. They've been as enthusiastic about representing India on a global platform as I've been. I don't want to let them down.
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Figuring it out
Madhuri Dixit is known for her passion for dance. She is nearly 50 but looks incredibly fit and gorgeous and makes many hearts flutter. The mother of two talks about fitness and dancing. Fit for life
I'm health conscious; you can call me a fitness freak. During a film's promotion we begin our work early in the morning and by the time we go back home, we are exhausted. We don't even get to work out during these times. But we do some tricks to compensate. For example when I can't work out, I get strict about my diet. I keep a close watch on my calorie intake. For example, if one usually eats 1200 or 2000 calories, then I go slow during those days. I don't sponge off the full plate; I leave myself somewhat hungry. Then, when I get back to working out I go easy on my diet. Dancing away to glory
Earlier, I was always dancing because I had numerous dance numbers in films. So I never consciously had to work out. But now I don't do so many films. So fitness has become a big issue. You step out of your home, sit in a car and reach your work place, where again you sit through the day. Then you come back home and sit in front of the TV. So you are sitting most of the time. That's why a strict fitness protocol is a must these days. Rule book
My favourite fitness discipline is dance and then comes cardio. I do cardio and upper and lower body exercises on alternate days. You need to do cardio to burn calories. But you also need to develop your muscles and that's why you need to do weights. Your body shouldn't get accustomed to a certain type of exercise; you need to change the routine. In between you should take heavier dumbbells and then get back to your regular ones. That way your muscles get a kick. When you exercise, you burn calories. But it doesn't mean that you can eat sugar or sweets. I had to take great care of my diet and exercise during pregnancy because there's no other option to stay fit.
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Kareena to style herself
Bollywood actors Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan, who are being hailed as Bollywood's answer to 'Brangelina', recently turned heads at the IIFA event in Tampa, Florida due to their impeccable style sense and the way they complement each other and now, sources claim that Kareena might turn stylist for her upcoming film Singham 2.
Sources close to the actress claim that the makers of Singham 2 are so impressed with Kareena's fashion sense and her stylish looks that they have asked her to style her own look in few of the sequences in the film. In Singham 2, Kareena will be seen essaying the role of a Maharashtrian girl opposite Ajay Devgn. At the IIFA event, the Begum had wowed everyone in a stylish deep-cut black
gown.
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More of dancing
Post the success of India's first ever 3D dance movie ABCD-Any Body Can Dance, a youthful and vibrant film which became a nation-wide phenomenon garnering critical acclaim and box office, Disney India's studio business today announced its sequel ABCD 2, directed by Remo
D'Souza.
The second chapter of the movie promises to be even bigger in scale with the current heartthrobs Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor in the lead along with Prabhudeva. This movie is slated to be shot extensively in Las Vegas.
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Over a bowl of soup!
Stone Soup for the Soul is an outcome of a three-week-long theatre workshop held by Purple Mangoes.The story is about a traveller who brings together a broken, sad and poor village by cooking 'stone soup'. — TNS
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The saga continues
Ekta Kapoor has plans to make Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 and while she was trying hard to get Smriti Irani back on TV, this time playing the role of Baa, it seems it won't happen. Smriti is busy with elections and politics is her priority currently. Ekta, meanwhile, is trying to get most of the Kyunki actors back on board.
For the umpteenth time, there are rumours that Sony's Bade Achche Lagte Hain will end this month. Earlier too there were such rumours, but the show dragged on. Let's see what happens this time around.
Last leg A still from Bade Achche Lagte Hain
Buzz is that Kajol might soon be acting in television. She was apparently interested in Rensil D'Silva's fiction show, but then her pay packet was too much for the channel. So now if things work out, she might be seen in the Indian version of the American show The Killing. It is about an investigator who works on a murder case.
Small screen: Kajol Negative vibes
Apparently, Preetika Rao and Riva Babbar of Beintehaa fame don't get along. There have been reports that though they play mother and daughter on the show, they can't see each other eye to eye in real life; the fact that now they hardly shoot together has been a respite for them. Moving ahead
With Deepika Samson quitting Sasuraal Simar Ka, buzz is that Asiya Kazi might be roped in to play the elder sister in the show. Deepika was irked by the fact that Avika Gor got a better deal on the show and that was the prime reason for her to quit. Separate ways
Rumours are that the two actress Bani (Shefali Sharma) and Rajji (Neha Bagga) in Colors show Bani—Ishq Da Kalma aren’t getting along these days. While the duo, inseparable since the inception of the show, now apparently has fallen out. Though the girls laugh off the buzz, there seems to be more than meets the eye. Reunion time
Recently, the actors of hit show Pyar Ki Ek Kahani met for a reunion. Vivian Dsena with wife Vahbbizz, Rithvik Dhanjani, Kishwar Merchant with boyfriend and many others had fun chatting about their show. But Sukirti Khandpal was missing. Kat to Bling
Katrina Kaif has reportedly been approached to star opposite Akshay Kumar in Prabhudeva's Singh Is Bling. The film is a sequel to Singh Is King. House proud
Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif are reportedly planning to throw a house warming party for Ranbir's new bachelor pad. Apparently, Kat is also busy decorating his apartment. Release date
Disney India's Khoobsurat, a wholesome family entertainer produced in association with Anil Kapoor Film Company, will release on September 19. The film is
directed by writer and ace ad-filmmaker Shashanka Ghosh. Date with a lion cub
Actress Raveena Tandon recently went for a vacation in Germany where she met a white lion cub. The cub was so cute that Raveena couldn't resist taking pictures. She visited a farm where these cubs are nurtured and later sent back to their natural surroundings. Attention all Rajini fans…
Ahead of the release of his much-talked about film Kochadaiiyaan this Friday, May 9, Tamil superstar Rajinikanth joined Twitter a few days ago. The veteran's Twitter handle has got more than 3 lakh followers and counting.
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ASTRO TURF
ARIES: Heartaches of the past are forgotten, as you will get a new lease of life at work. You can expect visitors or a communications from overseas to be positive and helpful.
Tarot message: Use your instinct to get into the top circle of power. Lucky
colour: White. Magic number: 35.
TAURUS: Close associates can turn to you for help and though this will add to your workload, helping them will increase your goodwill. This is a good time to start a self-improvement project.
Tarot message: No time to rest; action is needed. Lucky colour: Orange. Magic number: 48. GEMINI: Try and study all aspects of the situation before making any commitments. Accidental benefits are indicated. There will be hectic activity at work and you can feel overwhelmed at the thought of finishing all your tasks.
Tarot message: Deal sensibly with new challenges. Lucky colour: Peach. Magic number: 51. CANCER: Be clear and precise in your interactions with colleagues as this will enable you save time as well as get things done faster. Friends or family members will be depending on you for emotional support. Tarot message: Share responsibility with others before continuing. Lucky colour: Ebony.
Magic number: 55. LEO: Planetary energies draw you towards your family and home. A gift or a surprise awaits you in the evening. A surprise is in store for you. Share market and speculations should be
avoided today. Tarot message: Extend your circle of friends. Lucky colour: Crimson.
Magic number: 60. VIRGO: Your life is busy and tiring. It's best to go beyond ego and ask for help, support and clarity when needed. Your efforts will put you in line for satisfying gains.
Tarot message: Concentrate only on projects with a reliable outcome. Lucky colour: Saffron.
Magic number: 30.
LIBRA: Thoroughly study the papers before signing any contracts today. Unexpected distraction will keep the work lagging for accountants. Try not to lose your confidence.
Tarot message: Win the war with honesty, not by distorting facts. Lucky colour: Pink.
Magic number: 27. SCORPIO: Today will be a great day for sportspersons. A family gathering at your house will bring happiness to the faces of elders in the family. Cancelling of an outing planned with your children will make them unhappy. Tarot message: Don't dismiss the advice of youngsters. Lucky colour: Orange. Magic number: 61. SAGITTARIUS: A journey for business or a pilgrimage, accompanied by your family, is on the cards. Listen to your intuition for the right answer. Mental flexibility is surely a good idea
for you. Tarot message: Be practical. Lucky colour: Maroon. Magic number: 25. CAPRICORN: You are on the edge of something grand. Even if you are a bit frightened by the magnitude of what lies ahead, keep your confidence up.
Tarot message: You need to cultivate understanding and humility.
Lucky colour: Golden. Magic number: 33. AQUARIUS: Remember that a stagnant mind breeds monsters in the backwaters of one's imagination. Make a firm resolve to let go and roll with the flow. Take a trip and connect with interesting new people. Tarot message: Be grateful for the gains coming your way. Lucky colour: Yellow.
Magic number: 42. PISCES: Just try to enjoy without pinning close mates down. The more you give, the more everyone will think you are marvellous. Remember, a healthy attitude will take you farther than overstated confidence. Tarot message: Balance in all aspects is recommended. Lucky colour: Grey.
Magic number: 63.
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THE YEAR AHEAD
If your birthday is May 8...
During this year, most of the people born under this sign and number must exercise moderation in all activities. Your view of the world will change in 2014 as you become somewhat less stubborn. Your talent for completing tasks and getting good results will continue this year. You will continue to experience great sensitivity all through the year. Your psychic abilities may be further enhanced and your imaginative powers will soar to an all-time high. This is a wonderful opportunity to dance, write, paint, design and perform. Positive colours: Black, Chocolate. Select days: Sunday, Tuesday. Favourable numbers: 1, 4, 8. Gems recommended: Blue Sapphire, Diamond and Emerald. Charity on birthday: Donate yellow edible items to the needy or at any religious place today.
You share your birthday with Luís Remo de Maria Bernardo Fernandes, more popularly known as
Remo Fernandes (May 8, 1953, Goa), who is a pop-rock Indian fusion artist and playback singer. Recently, he joined the Aam Aadmi Party. According to his horoscope, he will shine in music and not in politics.
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He is destiny's child. While doing his MBA, Anmol Preet wouldn't have ever thought that he would be sitting in a music studio and recording his tracks. And well it didn't happen, while Anmol flew along the course that life charted for him.
Yes, I've come back with the coveted award. The IIFA trophy is mine and what better way than to get it in front of Milkha ji himself!
The day I reached Tampa Bay with my brother, we missed the evening events as we were terribly jet lagged.
At breakfast the next day, I met up my entire clan.
We have been talking about watering needs of plants. This is one subject on which one could go on writing and talking about, especially during the summer. The watering requirements of plants are different, whether these are fruit trees, vegetables, climbers; in the soil or in pots.
Melon, our good old kharbuja, often takes a back seat to mango, the king of fruits. It's a pity, for a melon, with its delicate flavour, teamed with a unique fragrance is truly a delicious fruit. My rule of thumb is, "If it's sweet, then tuck in regardless! And if not, then turn it into a lovely salad with the right flavouring and simple dressing!" The best part? This salad has no oil! Melons go really well with the sharp heat of fresh ginger which counters its inherent sweetness. A scattering of mint leaves and a squirt of lemon juice completes the picture...I mean salad!
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End of the road?
Kajol on telly?