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Working out wonders!
The first poster boy of gyms Salman Khan has led the pack of hot-bods from the front. Decades on, Salman still makes the poster boy but the gyms have undergone a major transformation. From bulky equipment that made one run and sweat, the compact tools today provide intense workout that lessen the labour and the time put in.
Move over the conventional treadmill and bench press, city gyms have diversified from just places of exercise to centres of holistic wellness. Chetan Sharma, who has been fond of body-building, has continued to remain true to bench-press and dumbbells, but does notice the sea-change the gyms have witnessed in the recent years. "The elite today want to get in shape without really sweating it out, so come in the latest equipment that caters to just that," says Chetan. Equipment like leg pressing machine or pullover jogger let you enjoy a full body workout while in sitting position. And this is not all!
Well planned
With a growing demand for customised workouts and quick results, Leena Mogre's Fitness has worked out the concept of life coaches. Herein you have a coach who not only plans the workout, but even diet. While the specialised equipment is more effective, functional training that uses slides, elastic bands and 'mooshoo' balls provides a welcome change from the gym routine. "Our diets go beyond blood type and regular ones. Our combination diets are pretty popular; their USP — they provide nutrition and lead to a very positive change in the way you look and feel," says Priya Garg, director, Leena Mogre's Fitness in Sector 8. If you want to go beyond there is Dance Fitness, Salsa and Contemporary at their dance studio Engine Room.
Fitness mix
Combo Fitness class at Exotica Gym, Sector 16, Panchkula, mixes yoga with aerobics. While aerobics improves stamina, yoga builds up strength and flexibility. "We use a variety of workouts. Meditation is also a significant part of this plan that not only burns calories but leads to weight loss too and happy mental state," says fitness expert, Vishal Thukral.
Expert hand
At Wellness Lounge in Hotel Mountview and Shivalikview, you can take services of the Oxy Gym, Aqua Pool and Spa all in one place. You can break the gym routine by a swim or indulge in sauna or spa post workout, all under an expert eye. Latest equipment and personal trainers ensure each body part gets day by day exercise.
Outdoor experience
Bodyzone Fitness & SPA-9 has created outdoor experience within the gym. The new Roc Id equipment provides a whole body workout and there are choices aplenty. The personal training-cum-boot camp studio uses one's body weight as a tool for exercise. Cross Fit and TRX are some of the famous workouts worldwide for Gen Now. "For those who are not motivated by the traditional gym, we have designed a variety of programmes." says Vikram Kapoor, general manager Body Zone. mona@tribunemail.com
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Filmi chakkar
He is a startling, yet an interesting contraction of any image you have of a film producer. He bombards you with anecdotes from his life, talks about how he wrote his first poem when he was eight — a reaction to when his mother slapped him — that got published in The Tribune. In passing reference, he takes you through his career (an ex-journalist, an ex-PR consultant for a travelling firm…it doesn't end), his stint with producing successful Hindi projects Sahib Biwi aur Gangster, Bullet Raja , Revolver Rani…there is not even a single dry moment with successful film producer Rahul Mittra!
There are no hidden fears about money and returns, success and failure; he would rather talk about other interesting things like how he has taken to Bollywood and yes, his new plans of producing a Punjabi film that brings him to Chandigarh. Born and brought up in the city, Rahul calls a visit to the place a ritual before and after the starting and ending of the film. "I have to do it, I crave for a connect to the city," he says. By the way, you cannot ignore his filmi side, especially when he tells you that he has acted (small appearance) in all his films. "I have grown up watching films in the theatre, so at a very early age I had my lessons in love, revenge, romance and lust," Rahul doesn't make any extra effort to add masala to the conversation — he was born with it. In between the conversation, you can't help reminding yourself that he is a producer — the money bag. "Well, let's say I provide after sales service," he comes up with this one instantly. Rahul is here to invest in Punjabi films and nothing at all, not even the straightforward facts about the state of Punjabi films, brings in iota of doubt. "Convince me," he makes his point. "I haven't seen many Punjabi films; those I have seen were the cult. I am not saying I will give a cult or romcom, but I am definitely going to go for it." The confidence is backed by strong reasoning. "I will take my time to understand the distribution here, how things work; I can't be unfair to others with me. In a jungle nothing goes for waste." The last line makes you look at him again. "Nothing that I have learnt in life or anything that I was involved in has gone waste. I know what I am doing, at least now I can say this," adds Rahul, who is step by step breaking the stereotypes of producers. "This is what I would want to change here," says Rahul who is going to be honoured on September 5 as the path-breaking producer in Oslo at the Norway Bollywood Film Festival. "First I thought it was some kind of a joke, well it is not," he throws his head back in laughter. So a money bag attracts a lot of attention, doesn't he? "The only condition I asked for while moving in a building in Mumbai was that I didn't want any film star in that space," he says as a mater of fact. It is a different case that a few actors have taken a fancy to his lovely kids! However, the producer knows the art of detachment. "It's important, I can't be hanging out with anybody and everybody…if I did that, I could not have done my work," shares Rahul who is about to mention another interesting and very filmi incident about his marriage. "We'll talk about this next time," he looks at his wife seated close by. She smiles. A total filmi producer…not the one we've seen before! jasmine@tribunemail.com
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Blurring shades
Looking at the bright footwear, the skinny jeans below a neon-coloured floral shirt, one gets ready to compliment the girl for her fashion sense only, just in time, one realises it is a man! The boundaries of male and female fashion are surely blurring at a rapid rate.
While males are looking for feminine cuts, females are turning towards the masculine look. The bright trousers, just above the shoes or loafers, exposing ankles, might have been considered feminine a few years back, the trend has become a rage with men in the recent past. Even the colours that
men wear, including pink and other bright ones, were till not so long ago considered the domain of women. Accessories too, including the shoes, have become really colourful. "Pink, at one time, was symbolic of feminine grace, but that is no longer the case," opines Aman, an ardent fashion follower. Gundeep, a faculty member at INIFD, Ludhiana, also believes that the boundaries of fashion between men and women are fast getting erased. "It is becoming more 'unisex' with time. Scarves are increasingly being worn by men nowadays. Even youngsters wear scarves as casual fashion," she says. Women used to wear simple, small watches earlier, but the size and styles have now definitely come much closer to what men wear. Says Surbhi Mahendru, a model, "Men use much brighter colours now whereas more and more women wear designs that were earlier considered to be masculine. Women have started looking cool and dynamic wearing the aviators." "Pairing up a nice pair of jeans with aviators completes the fantastic look," says Ritika, a student. "There are belts, shirts and polo t-shirts that are driving unisex fashion," she adds. gurvinder@tribunemail.com
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Brand bargain
In line with its 'Shopping Makes Me Happy' mantra, HomeShop18 has announced the launch of its 360 degree brand campaign with the rollout of its television commercial (TVC) and a high voltage digital campaign. The TVC series that goes on air explores the witty world of Sunny and Billy — two animated protagonists, who represent Homeshop18 and the joy of shopping that comes with it.
The social media and digital activation of the campaign, spearheaded by Mindshift Interactive, aims to target the ever-growing Internet population with its fascinating viral content that is both youthful as well as one that has a cosmopolitan charm. — TNS
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Noteworthy feeling
If you are wondering who cares to prepare the perfect summer cocktail of tunes to soothe the weary nerves of your ears, here's a clear demarcation of good music from noise. Topping the UK top 40 and UK dance charts is Rowan Harrington, better known by his stage name, SecondCity, with his brand new single I Wanna Feel. With the song that reads, I wanna feel, we are certain that you'll surely shout "I wanna hear"- Once more perhaps! Here's how some of those who heard the song reciprocated to its sound! Getting groovy
I really like the track. It is groovy and what I like the most about the song is the quality of sound and the use of synthesiser. It is refreshing and very trippy. Jaskaran Singh, student Good vibes
I wake up to this song every morning. It's got a nice vibe to it that peps one up and the lyrics are pretty catchy too. I like dancing to it every time I hear this song. Yashanjot Singh, agriculturist Peppy number
It's a groovy song and since I am fond of house music, I have taken rather fondly to this song. I like the music of the track. Jabarjang Singh, student (As told to Amarjot
Kaur)
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Saving the planet
World-renowned environment filmmaker, Mike Pandey's show, Earth Matters, returns with season four from June 8, every Sunday at 10.30 am only on DD channel. While the series has been running without a break, the last few weeks saw DD repeating older programmes. Directed and produced by Pandey, Earth Matters, takes a hard look at the state of the environment, the diminishing natural resources, the fast disappearing forest cover, endangered wildlife, urban pollution, and the pressures on rural India. Like the previous seasons, the 26-episode series will be commencing on Sunday as it will provide solutions and remedial action that each individual can take at his own level to save the earth. Shot in the HD format, the series has already won accolades internationally. It has also led to the creation of Earth Matters Clubs all over the country with young people, particularly in rural or semi-urban areas, working to put into action the suggestions given in the programme to improve the ecology and fight climate change.
Telly time
Varun Badola will now be seen in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai in a cameo as Naksh's football coach. He was last seen in the television show, Phir Subah Hogi, and has worked in movies as nothing interesting was offered on television to him.
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Karisma to marry again?
According to sources, Karisma and Sandeep have been going strong for a year now and are planning to take their relationship to the next level. Both Karisma and Sandeep were introduced by common friends. Sandeep is also a divorcee with two little daughters. Lolo had kept her relationship under wraps as her divorce had not been finalised yet. For a long time, Karisma has been living separately from Delhi-based businessman Sanjay Kapur. Now both have filed for divorce and talks are on over their children's custody. The couple has two children, Samaira and Kiaan Raj.
An example to follow
Abhay Deol practices what he preaches. He is building an eco-friendly home in Goa with solar panels for heating water and rain-water harvesting set-up. That is amazing and inspiring!
Rat-race of promos
Sajid Nadiadwala has flown in a group of VFX guys from Singapore and promo editors from Los Angeles to cut the first look of Kick. There is a huge buzz around the movie.
In the thick of things
Take a good look at Rani Mukerji while she's shooting for Mardaani. She returned a month after marriage and this is the last schedule of the film.
What’s in a voice
Amitabh Bachchan will lend his powerful voice to Shamitabh and also sing in the movie. This is his third outing with R Balki after Paa and Cheeni Kum. The moot point
It has been heard that "Students Of The Year" Varun Dhawan and Sidharth Malhotra had an argument at Karan Johar's birthday party and other party people had to intervene to stop them. Sidharth denied the
incident. The girl’s going places
Kriti Sanon is just one film old and she has already bagged a huge cola endorsement, thereby joining the ranks of the company's previous ambassadors, who are also a part of the young brigade. She is the youngest and the newest ambassador. Lucky
girl!
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Meet Bollywood’s unlikely pairs
Like chalk and cheese
Sonam Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao: She is glamourous and prim and proper and Rajkummar Rao is not a looker but he is phenomenally talented. The unlikely pair comes together in Dolly Ki Doli, produced by Arbaaz Khan.
Age is just a number
Vidya Balan and Ali Fazal: Ali, whose last performance was in Fukrey, has been paired opposite Vidya in Bobby Jasoos. Vidya is a senior star compared to Fazal who obviously looks younger than her too. But as they say, age is just a number.
An odd couple
Nazwazuddin Siddique and Chitrangda Singh: He is known for his gritty roles. Her last memorable outing was Yeh Saali Zindagi. They are together in an untitled comic thriller. We wonder how their camaraderie would be.
As different as it gets
Shahid Kapoor and Tabu: In Haider, they are supposed to play stepmother and son but apparently, there is a twisted romantic angle between them. Our interest is piqued by romantic liaison between the serious actress and the baby-faced actor.
Two stars come together
Irrfan Khan and Deepika Padukone: They have a nineteen year age gap between them. Irrfan is known for his intense roles and for breaking through into Hollywood. Deepika has become a star performer and has a splendid box office record. They will be seen in Shoojit Sircar's Piku.
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The year ahead
If your birthday is June 8...
Born on June 8, are more emotional. Gemini is ruled by Mercury, the planet of wisdom, wit and communication. This gives you creativity, power of speech and persuasion; quickness of thought and an innovative mind. Take care of your health; boost your energy by increasing the amount of protein in your diet. Be lenient towards children. A few informal experiments will enhance productivity. An opportunity to increase your income will arrive in October. In November, you'll be able to afford luxuries that were beyond reach once. You need to be ready to accept an important offer. Positive colours: Black, Chocolate. Select days: Sunday, Tuesday. Favourable numbers: 1, 4, 8. Gems recommended: Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald.
You share your birthday with Shilpa Shetty (June 8, 1975, Mangalore), who made her debut with the film Baazigar (1993). Being number 8, Shilpa is self-reliant, aggressive, intelligent, clever and tasteful.
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Astro turf ARIES: Shopkeepers will find the day quite hectic. Housewives: a day to improve your home appearance. An intense discussion with your partner early on can play on your mind all day long. Tarot message: Well-wishers will give you sound advice. TAURUS: Do not worry; GEMINI: Property deal gets concluded. Domestic issues come up for urgent consideration. Have no worries, your work is well under control. Youngsters can have differences with their parents. CANCER: Romantic life takes an upswing. It is a good day to try your luck in speculative deals. Those employed will be burdened with additional responsibility without incentive. LEO: Pay heed to wise counsel. VIRGO: Your card "The Chariot" brings a busy day ahead. Please keep a balance between work and rest. You should be careful about your own health and well-being of your parents.
Tarot message: Wait a while; everything will get sorted out on its own. Lucky colour: Saffron. LIBRA: A hidden relationship proves a headache. Indecision can be crippling at the moment.
Set aside time to get in touch with your thoughts and feelings, SCORPIO: Today most of your time and attention should be centered on your personal life. Arguments with your spouse can become serious. Influential people will not be helpful. Avoid speculation. Tarot message: Do not overspend just to impress others. Lucky colour: Golden. SAGITTARIUS: A real estate deal should be left alone for the time being. You will find new opportunities opening up today. An attraction for a co-worker can throw you out of sync and upset your equilibrium.
Tarot message: Over-optimism could lead to mistakes. Lucky colour: Royal-blue.
Magic number: 27. CAPRICORN: Your personal plans will meet with some stiff opposition. Your reputation can be on the line. Act impartially and avoid the pitfalls of guilt. A step- child can suffer from behavioural problems. Tarot message: Stabilise your finances by investing in property deals. AQUARIUS: Money-wise the day is slow. Friends can lose your confidence. Let your energy be turned towards artistic work. Your beloved will be in a lively mood. Women: avoid impulsive buying. PISCES: Go all out to improve your position at work. If you are relaxing at home, visit a local market and enjoy the sights and sounds. Start a journal or make your own video and record this personal journey of self-discovery. Tarot message: This is not a bad time to open up new doors. |
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After divorcing husband Sanjay Kapur, Karisma Kapoor is planning to get married to her rumoured boyfriend, who she has been dating for a year now. Sandeep Toshniwal, CEO of a health company in Mumbai.
Charity on birthday: Donate wheat and gur to the needy.