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Be bold, be bald
Sipping cola with her friends, engrossed in showing off her new branded bag, she cannot help her gaze from wandering to the man sitting on the next table. He has an element of sexiness to him that is difficult to ignore. "This was the man I dated for two years and married later.
And you know why I couldn't stop looking at him that day at the club, because there was something intimidating and confident about him, something really attractive about that bald look that he carried. This is precisely why I married him," Meera Sharma recounts her first meeting with her husband Abhinav Sharma, a businessman dealing in the production of parts for gensets. And here they are, attracting women, setting a trend; oozing confidence… the bald look is the new hot statement. In fact according to a study, society perceives men with shaved heads more 'manly.' Alfred Mannes, a researcher at the University of Pennsylvania, published in his paper that men who shave off their heads has a higher degree of masculinity, strength, dominance and leadership qualities. So, what are you waiting for, if you see that slight hair loss or if you want to know the shape of your skull or just set a new trend, you know what to invest in- a shaving machine, of course you know!
Clear cut style
Some of the Hollywood's hottest men are bald, Bruce Willis, Tom Hanks, Pitbull and how do we not count the fast and furious footballer of Netherlands team in FIFA 2014, Robben Arjen. Men, who deliberately went in for the bald look either had the receding hairline problem, or simply wanted to kick-start a trend.' Take it from the creative guy of Virsa Arts in Punjab Navjit Buttar, who one fine day decided to use the shaving machine around his head. He laughs now, "The bald look somehow looked good, I didn't expect it that way though. Friends and people around gave me mixed reactions, but as long as I was confident and happy about it, it was fine." As for Bollywood, only villains sport the bald look. (Read Amrish Puri, Sanjay Dutt). This however wasn't a deterrent for Navjit. "I think men who are bald obviously stand out, since most people think that it takes a lot of confidence to shave off the tuft, this is why they get intimidated by bald people."
Hair and there
A bald look establishes dominance, nevertheless there are many theories to it, like what the MTV Roadies man Raghu has to say. "Hair protects the head from heat, and shaving them off requires confidence, it is this confidence that women probably find sexy." Raghu also feels that Bollywood has shown bald men as villains but now things are changing. "Now an articulate, smart bald man is bound to be noticed."Ankush Kumar Sharma, vice-president and regional head, corporate banking IndusInd Bank, Chandigarh seconds Raghu's take. "The bald look is so international, back in my Mumbai office many of my clients have appreciated my look," he says. Neither does Ankush deny that he invites a second look from women. He smiles, "Bald men come across as dominating and confident."
Head straight
That small patch on the head that isn't fertile might give a scare to men, but now they can carry the shaved-off look on their head with confidence. The best part is that a bald man can just roll out of the bed without caring two hoots about the hair styling. Kunal Pandey who works as a senior manager for Being Human, Elante Mall, Chandigarh, can't think of taking to any other style but his bald look. "Last year, I came to Chandigarh from Delhi, so I decided to go in for a new look for the new city. This look has been lucky for me, it has worked well for me, and I wouldn't go back to my 'vanity hair', at least not for now." Receding hairline is not a matter to fret and fume over, not anymore!
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Smells like love
By now, he has kicked up a ruckus by shedding some tears in the trailor. The one where Varun Dhawan has a tough time handling the high- voltage emotions in the last scene of DDLJ. A film that is not just an inspiration but a preface to yet another love story Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania. Any similarity in titles is purely accidental, for it is the spirit and the subject that is intended to be carried forward.
Romance remains an eternal subject in Bollywood. So much so that there wasn't even any need for a reference point for the actors. "We've grown up watching romantic films and Bollywood flicks. So there wasn't any need do homework. We were told to play our favourite love story," shares Alia Bhatt, while in Chandigarh, for a promotional tour before the release of Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania. She plays Kavya Pratap Singh, a Kareena struck bubblehead from Ambala. "She's active and full of energy but she's not irritating." Over enthusiastic Punjabi is in stark contrast to a grounded Tamilian girl she portrayed in the last film 2 States. "In fact, I asked the director if we needed to do diction classes. We didn't go ahead with the idea because that brings along a synthetic touch." While Varun just gets to be the neighbour, the boy next door kind of guy who's both good and vulnerable. Shares Varun, "Playing a Punjabi came easy to me because for one, I'm a Punjabi myself. The set itself had so many Punjabis, in fact the property where we shot was owned by a Punjabi, Gags Aulakh who gave a lot of cultural insights. Whatever else I had to be filled in on came from my cousin in Delhi whom I would ask to speak the lines for me." From small to silver screen
A triangle is inevitable in a love story. If it weren't for the third party in the plot, the first two wouldn't stand united. Joining the two of them is television guy Siddharth Shukla, who plays, "An NRI doctor and a hero who becomes a villain." He shares, "Television stars always want to reach out to a larger audience and see themselves of the big screen. This was the best platform to test waters." The Chandigarh connect
Chandigarh is like a home turf now and the city roads are just some of the familiar routes. "This must be my 6th visit to Elante Mall…The whole unit had absolute fun during our shooting schedule that lasted over a month and a half in Aura Vaseela. We would eat together on the sets and stayed like a family." Chips in Alia, "In fact, I would listen to the song Samjhawaan while traveling to and from the shoot. It's a song that Kavya would be imagining in her head, so it has been used in the film because it takes the story further." Daddy's darling
Then there are questions that are a staple to most star kids. The reactions from their star fathers. Shares Alia, "He is my best and worst critic. He won't sugar coat things. For example, after watching Student Of The Year, he said that I dance well. Then after watching 2 States, he told me that he loved me but he loved Arjun more." That's just a rip off from the father-daughter banter. As for the upcoming projects, "I'm not authorised to speak." Laughs off Varun, "She's doing some Hollywood projects, so she's not speaking about them." While he has no qualms announcing, "Shriram Raghavan's next film and ABCD 2."
manpriya@tribunemail.com
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Paranthe wali gali...
Paranthas have for long remained the staple breakfast diet of people in the region, so the reasons why they have caught the attention of food enthusiasts in Chandigarh are quite evident.
As a few more lacchas are added to the existing folds of the good-old parantha, here are some options to savour in the city.
Malabari parathas What do you like your butter chicken with? Naan, tandoori roti or rice? Well, here's another option- Malabari parantha. "This flaky version of a parantha, which compliment the taste of butter chicken, is in fact a delicacy from the South," says Gayatri Sood, daughter of the owner of Monica's Kitchen and Kaffe. Mix & match: "The dough is made out of maida and wheat, but the main thing is the layering, which is done like a puff pastry, where each layering is done with butter. Though the outer layer of the parantha is crisp, the inner one is soft," she adds. Sidekicks: This parantha is cut into pizza slices and served with butter, which is then placed on a cake pan. Available at: Monicas Kitchen and Kaffes, Moti Mahal, Gourmet Nine and Swagath.
Coconut parantha If you were of the opinion that coconuts were a favourite with only the South-Indians, well, at Ten Towns, they have a coconut parantha that is is soft, tender and creamy. Tandoori twist: "Take coconut cream and salt, mix in maida and knead the dough. Let it rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Roll the dough and keep it in the tandoor," says Sharad Nautiyal, the chef at Ten Towns. "When the roti turns golden brown, take it out and add desiccated coconut powder," he shares. Sidekicks: The coconut parantha goes best with Mughlai curries, Shahi paneer, Paneer korma, Chicken korma and other cream-based gravies. Available at: Ten Towns
Tiranga paranrtha This one is for the nationalist in you! Inspired with the colours of the Indian flag, this three-coloured parantha is a real treat. United colours of dough: "Make three different-coloured doughs; one with spinach pure, one in white maida and the other in makki, to which you can add saffron or haldi. Now whirl the three stripes of dough in a way that it looks like a Swiss roll and ensure that the makki part is kept in the centre," says Chef Pallav. "The parantha is cooked on a pan and the layers will be arranged in a spiral coil; you can pull out three different coils and serve," he adds. Sidekicks: It is best served with dahi and achaar. Available at: JW Marriot
Warqi parantha Warq is the Urdu word for a thin
layer of silver. And the Warqi has at least 16 to 17 layers of dough. This one is for those of you who like the bling. Royal treatment: Says Chef Pallav from JW Marriot, "Take maida and knead it with poppy seeds as well as milk. While frying it in on a pan, we sprinkle some saffron on it and add a thin layer of warq. It is a delicacy from Lucknow." Sidekicks: It is best served with Galouti kebabs. Available at: JW Marriot, Hometel and Page 3.
Shawarma roll This one has a tropical twist, so fondly address it as a Mediterranean parantha, which is cooked in the wood-fire oven and has the smoky flavour of coal as well as wood. So, if you like non-vegetarian, there is no way you can ignore this parantha. Make & bake: "This parantha is made out of chicken and sorted vegetable stuffing in Mediterranean spices. First, the chicken is cooked in the wood-fire oven so it is more tender and succulent. Then we saute the vegetables," says Gaurav, Owner of Ten Towns. "We then mix the vegetables and chicken in a bowl, add spices and put some hung curd on the half-cooked pita bread on which we later put the mixture of vegetables as well as chicken." Sidekicks: This non-vegetarian version of parantha is served with French fries and two dips - Humus and Tzatziki. Available at: Ten Towns
Nanza There is a reason why we like remixes - they are fun, spunky and young. The Nanza is a mix of the naan and the pizza. You will like it as a substitute for thin crust pizza, only with a generous topping of chicken tikka chops. Remix version: "Essentially a fusion food, the crust of Nanza is naan with a radius of five inches. The Nanza is available in three varieties- chicken tikka, chilli chicken and butter chicken," says Ameena, the owner of Rustic Door. "Cross naan and Pizza is different from naans, and tastes more like the pizza. We bake it in a wood-fire oven, which gives it a nice, smoky flavour," she adds. Sidekicks: It is served just like a pizza and is cut into pieces with chicken tikka, chilli chicken and butter chicken topping on it. Available at: The Rustic
Door. amarjot@tribunemail.com
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Tag it off
Dr Vikas Sharma
This skin to brown coloured growth may stay relatively tiny, or continue to grow. Although skin tags themselves are rarely malignant, nor do they automatically lead to skin cancer, they are quite odd in appearance, and may become annoying and prone to irritation, particularly if they snag on or rub up against clothes or jewellery. Skin tags are composed of a core of fibres and ducts, nerve cells, fat cells, and a covering of epidermis. Skin tags are usually a few millimetres in size, although can be as big as 8-10cm. Genetic predispositions influence the development of skin tags; in particular, overweight people and pregnant women often find themselves plagued by the condition. People with close family members who have skin tags are more likely to develop these themselves. A profusion of skin tags may be connected to Type 2 diabetes, colon polyps, or tumors of the kidneys and gastrointestinal tract; such growths may also be markers for atherosclerosis and other types of cardiovascular disease. Skin Tags might appear innocuous and in many cases they are, but these dermatological anomalies act as an early warning sign for a more serious health issue in some. Skin tags can be a useful indicator of underlying metabolic issues in patients. Therefore, even if a person is not distressed by the appearance of skin tags, a thorough medical check-up should be performed to rule out the associated conditions. Skin Biopsy of the growths may be recommended to ensure that no basal or squamous cell carcinoma is present. Skin tags are more common in
Home Remedies for Skin Tags The Skin Tags are cosmetically unappealing, and most people prefer to get rid of them. Many over-the-counter skin tag remedies claim to work because they contain plant extracts with anti-viral properties. Unlike warts, skin tags are not caused by viruses, so these treatments are a waste of money. The two home remedies people employ on skin tags are the tying-off-with-a-string method and herbal salves or powders containing bloodroot. Do not cut it yourself, because it can bleed a lot. Tying a thin string or hair around the base of the stalk cuts off the blood supply to the skin tag; it will shrivel and turn black. The problem with doing this at home is that there are several skin lesions similar to skin tags but the pathology in them is different and such a method used in those can worsen the condition or create a secondary infection so it's better to confirm the diagnosis first by a specialist. For obvious safety reasons, no one should ever use a home remedy for any growth on or around the eyes, or for particularly large growths. Dermatologists usually use electrodessication or laser to get rid of skin tags. Removal does not cause more of them to grow; it's just that once a patient has a predisposition to form skin tags, they may pop up from time to time. (Dr Sharma is a Chandigarh-based dermatologist)
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Go easy on yourself
Renee Singh
Make a clear plan This helps you to feel empowered and enables you to take effective action. It allows you to shed stress and feel relaxed. Small changes You just have to make small changes but they can give you a big stress relief. This may sound overly simplified for the stress you seem to be going through but it is sometimes the simple remedies and solutions that are the most effective. There are two specific ways to relieve stress Short term In this method we need to
We just need to change our focus to quickly and effectively restore a sense of calm and to take steps towards managing stress. Long term stress relief Certain habits promote resilience to stress as well as increase overall wellness. People who exercise or meditate regularly tend to become less stressed in the face of difficult challenges. Practice keeping the correct focus so that you can manage your stress response correctly. Resilience promoting practices help to relieve stress as you engage in them. They also help you to be less reactive to stress.
Talk to a friend This is an emotion focused technique. Emotion focused technique works in such a way that it does not allow you to get emotionally overwhelmed by your stressors and it helps you to respond effectively in stressful situations. Remaining calm and level- headed allows you to access more effective solutions than when you are overly reactive. Solution focused coping This is all about how to cope with stress by focusing on solutions to the very problems that are creating the stress. Create boundaries in your life This helps to diminish your stress directly by attacking on the stressors, which help to indirectly attack stress. This generally requires more specialised approach than emotion focused coping strategies. (Singh is Chandigarh based psychotherapist)
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Let the music flow…
A fine balance I really love this song. I think it is a fine mix of melody and harmony and the lyrics are pretty sweet too. I love the lyrics and video of the song too. Shyna, social worker at NRHM, Chandigarh Dance along I like the song because I am a hopeless romantic at heart and this song is all about love, romance and passion. Each time I hear this song, I feel so happy and it makes me want to do waltz with my husband, only that he has two left feet! Harjeet Kaur, homemaker Subtle effect What I really like about this song is its music, which is so soft, subtle and mellow. Also, I love the fact that everyone can relate with this song, no matter what their age is. The universality and tune of the song makes it a big it. Taranjot Singh, private bank employee (As told to Amarjot Kaur)
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Some brains, some blondes!
Cost factor: Preity Zinta
One wrong step
Done well: Vidya Balan
So far, so good
Clever woman: Shilpa Shetty
The saving grace
Downward slope: Ameesha Patel
Not a wise move
Scoring goal: Kareena Kapoor Khan
A mind of her own |
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The youngest racism victim
Reality TV star Kim Kardashian's 12-month-old daughter North became the target of a racial slur while onboard a plane last month.
The 33-year-old star's daughter North, whom she has with husband Kanye West, was allegedly screamed at by a woman while travelling in first class, reported a publication online.
Speaking to her sister Khloe in an episode of Keeping Up with the Kardashians, Kim recalled the horrifying incident, "I fell asleep, I woke up to this woman screaming, 'Kanye West's baby!' The woman is screaming at my child, I jump up." The brunette beauty's mother Kris Jenner then tells Khloe, 30, more details about the verbal attack. "This lady stood up in the cabin in first class and yelled at the top of her lungs, 'She's with a black guy, and that baby is black! And you need to shut that black baby up," she said.
— PTI
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200 vintage cars for a film
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has used more than 200 vintage cars for his next film titled Bombay Velvet starring Ranbir Kapoor, Anushka Sharma and Karan
Johar. This is a record of sorts in Bollywood as no other film has used these many cars for a shoot.
Looks like Anurag has left no stones unturned to recreate the era of Bombay Velvet. Since the movie has been shot in Sri Lanka, it became easier for the director to source cars from there as Sri Lanka probably has the most number of vintage cars that are in great shape.
— HRM
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Metallica's fan base
Rock legends Metallica, one of the oldest and most popular band, celebrated their controversial debut at Britain's iconic Glastonbury festival by inviting hundreds of fans onstage to watch the performance up close.
More than 200 mud-spattered festival-goers - many of them wearing Metallica T-shirts - lined up at the rear of the enormous platform behind Lars Ulrich's drum kit, cheering and dancing throughout the gig, reported a website.
— PTI
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Taming the wild
While most fear them, Craig Busch handles the king of the jungle with astounding flair and courage, in Animal Planet's all new series The Lion Man: African Safari. Founder of the Zion Wildlife Gardens, Kiwi farm boy, Craig Busch, is a self-taught wildcat trainer and has dedicated his life to the welfare and breeding of the big cats.
In a unique sanctuary, Zion Wildlife Gardens, in the north island of New Zealand, Craig has has created a haven for rare, endangered cats, including white Bengal Tigers, Barbary Lions, and White Lions. Working for over 30 years with these animals, his 'not-so-easy' job includes supervising their health. The Lion Man: African Safari follows Busch and the park's employees as they manage the park and its collection of approximately 30 lions and tigers of various species, and other animals like rhinos and elephants. The series sees Craig heading on a new adventure, travelling to the ancestral land of lions - Africa - on a mission to help save these animals. He travels to Timbavati, home to the world's only white lions in the wild to offer viewers rare glimpses of the cat. Craig visits VulPro, the vulture conservation program in Africa and engages with Kerry Wolter who has been working on the birds' rehabilitation initiative. The episodes trail his journey as he helps relocate Siberian tigers to new enclosures and meets local volunteers who share common passion and care for the young cats. The series documents Craig's mission and a passionate band of animal-loving supporters who have been searching for missing cheetahs, heal desperately ill tigers, and track down unscrupulous rhino killers. He has also sought out like-minded animal experts and conservationists around the globe (including "Wolf Man" Shaun Ellis) to help with his cause. Along the way, he has adopted and raised many orphaned baby animals like an orphaned White Lion cub named Jabullah and lovingly hand-rears several Barbary Lion cubs. Craig has been travelling across the world to exchange the cubs, in order to enhance the blood lines of some of the rare cat and has helped to bring them back from the brink of extinction. Starting July 1st, join Craig on The Lion Man: African Safari, as he tracks down poachers and fight devastating bushfires, every night at 9 pm on Animal Planet.
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Discovery Science, India's 24-hour channel dedicated to making science programming relevant, accessible and entertaining, brings an exciting series, The Gadget Show, that features the coolest gadgets from around the world. The series will preview and review the newest gadgets, share the latest technology news and bring the best in cutting-edge technology to gadget enthusiasts.
The series is hosted by Ortis Deley and Rachel Annabelle Riley, English television presenters, with Jon Bentley, who specialises in television production and journalism and is a chief gadget tester. The hosts will present a complete guide to devices, pushing every conceivable technology to the limit, scouring the globe for the latest and most breath-taking technology. The team of experts in The Gadget Show tests a variety of consumer products in their own unique style, making them entertaining and accessible to the viewers. From MP3 players and video cameras, to DVD players and ski jackets with built-in Bluetooth, each episode provides information about how the gadgets work and whether they are actually any good. The Gadget Show will premiere on 1 July, 2014 and will air everyday at 9pm on Discovery Science.
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Giaa Maanek has been away from television since her exit from the show, Jeannie Aur Juju, and buzz is that she is currently dating a Punjabi businessman, Rohit Agrawal, who is from the US. As her extended family lives there, she might go visit him soon too. However, Giaa has rubbished the
rumours.
Romantic pursuit: Giaa Maanek Of Patience and its virtue
Sharad Malhotraa of Banoo Mein Teri Dulhan is shooting for his next film, Ek Tera Saat. The actor did not go back to TV after his first show. "Though I got many offers, I kept away from TV consciously," he says while adding, "I have immense patience and optimism to wait for the right time." He will soon be seen in a YouTube film, directed by Pankaj Dheer, starring Kratika Sengar and Aaditya
Pancholi. Twice the wait
Jay Bhanushali is eagerly waiting for the release of his two films. While the release date of his debut film, Hate Story 2, has been delayed and will be released in July, his other film, Desi Kattey, will release in August. Her tryst with romantic scenes
Gulki Joshi, who is currently seen in Like OK's show, Nadaan Parinde, which has a love triangle, finds it difficult to enact romantic scenes. An even though she has two cool guys to romance, she takes the help of romantic songs to get the emotion right. The mother of all roles
Sarita Joshi, who is busy with the new show, Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi, which is telecast on Colors, will soon be seen in Rohit Shetty's up and coming film, Singham Returns. In the film, she will be seen playing the role of a mother to a cop, who becomes a target of the corrupt system. The film stars Ajay Devgn and Kareena Kapoor Khan. Mallika Sherawat happily spoke about her dirty dancing with Antonio Banderas in Cannes last year but now she wants to be left alone by the media that is badgering her about the break up between Antonio and Melanie Griffith. She tweeted saying that she wants to be left
alone.
Best left alone: Mallika Sherawat
The return of Raveena
Now Raveena Tandon will do Sangeeta Bijlani's role in Onir's next film. She will play a socialite and is well aware of the intimate scenes. Sangeeta backed out of the film because of those
scenes.
Have a happy weekend!
Kavita Kaushik, who plays the female lead in the show, FIR, which was a daily treat for the audiences, will now be telecast only on weekends. The time slot at which it airs now, will be given to a new show. Instead of being disappointed, Kavita is happy as now they can focus on quality of the show.
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ASTRO TURF
ARIES: Your card, Eight of Wands, suggests that extra money is likely to come from somewhere. You start your day with confidence and optimism. Personal dreams, hopes, and wishes are up for
a review. Tarot message: Take time before reacting. Lucky colour: Deep red Magic number: 40
TAURUS: Try to get a special favour at 11 am. A good company will relieve you off the heaviness of duties and responsibilities at workplace. Go to bed in time, else sleeplessness can cause disturbance. Tarot message: Try to put your terms and conditions in writing.
Lucky colour: Rust Magic number: 63 GEMINI: Put on your thinking caps! Learning processes and communication endeavours are highlighted. Changes made today will bring good results in future. If your name starts with alphabet A or M, you will find love today. Tarot message: Be honest to your desires.
Lucky colour: Ebony Magic number: 27 CANCER: You will be free to operate according to your will. Relatives will do all they can to help you. Today is not a good day for speculation. Legal matters can encounter red tape and delays. Be patient. Tarot message: Try not to read too much into a situation.
Lucky colour: Ebony Magic number: 57 LEO: Avoid using harsh words in an argument. You may run into an aggressive character, which may spoil your day. Do not react to any provocation. Health needs special attention.
Tarot message: Do not allow your confidence to be dented by anything. Lucky
colour: Crimson Magic number: 56 VIRGO: The pendulum of luck will not stop its moments today. Take much rest; else, fatigue may bring pessimism. Indulge in artistic and cultural activities, like going to art galleries or museums.
Tarot message: A positive and caring attitude heals old wounds. Lucky
colour: White Magic number: 51
LIBRA: The Knight of Wands promises a high profile day. You will be on the receiving end of kindness and generosity from those, who like and appreciate you. This is not a right period for risking finances. Tarot message: Play your cards right to reinforce your current position.
Lucky colour: Yellow Magic number: 52 SCORPIO: "The Fool" brings deception and unhealthy condition in professional life. Keep your wits about you. If a beautiful person grabs your attention, strike up a conversation and see where it leads. Tarot message: You have to push to succeed and your efforts will pay off.
Lucky colour: Forest green Magic number: 50 SAGITTARIUS: You may have to check your plans. Improve your health by paying more attention to your diet. Today, you will be able to surprise the boss by showing the adaptable side of your nature.
Tarot message: Begin moving from thought to action. Lucky colour: Orange
Magic number: 27 CAPRICORN: Today, money may come from unexpected sources. Parents, this is a good time for dealing with youngsters. Crazy suggestions for entertainment can intrigue, but they may not work too well. Tarot message: Balance in all aspects is recommended.
Lucky colour: Peach Magic number: 29 AQUARIUS: Deal with all the outstanding communication as certain people are waiting to hear from you. Detachment does not mean indifference. An early warning of a health problem will prove to be a blessing in disguise. Tarot message: Stay positive.
Lucky colour: Black Magic number: 64 PISCES: Today fear of loss of reputation or slander could worry you. Be courageous to take on a new investment opportunity. Housewives may develop interest in social activities. Tarot message: You must listen to what experienced people have to say. Lucky colour: Saffron
Magic number: 48
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THE YEAR AHEAD
If your birthday is June 30...
Jupiter, the planet of success, entered the exalted sign of Cancer on June 19, showing beneficial influences. People influenced by number three enjoy life and have a good sense of humour. Career will take a positive turn. Optimism will fill you with self-confidence. Sentimentally, a negative time, your loved one will criticise you for your behaviour towards him or her and this will hurt your self-esteem. From July to December, your stars indicate a period of harmony. Have more faith in yourself. Positive colours: Golden, red, brown, cream, white, orange and purple Select days: Sunday and Monday Favourable numbers: 1, 4, 2, and 7 Gems recommended: Yellow sapphire and jasper Charity on birthday: Donate Kheer to the poor or at a religious
place. You share your birthday with Lizzy Caplan (real name Elizabeth Anne Caplan) born on June 30, 1982 in Los Angeles, California. She is an American actress, best known for her roles in the CBS show The Class, Mean Girls (2004), and Cloverfield (2008).
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If you are wondering what settles the tug-of-war between the appetite of a 'Punjabi' and appetite for 'Punjabi' food, just stack a dozen paranthas on the breakfast table for a family of four and you will get the answer!
Light delight
Southern flavour 
Colour full
Royal touch
Mediterranean masala
Mixed fare 
Skin tags (medically termed as acrochordons, also called string moles, fibroepithelial polyps, or eyelid papillomas) are fleshy tumour like growths that hang from the surface of the skin on tiny stalks. They are commonly found on the neck and armpits, or in the groin area. Sometimes, they form on the eyelids or other areas of the body as well.
When we feel overwhelmed by stress, we don't know whether we will ever be able to cope with it. Fortunately, small changes in our lifestyle and focus can make a remarkably difference in how we feel.
If you were feeling a little deprived of the Bollywood romantic ballads after the release of Aashiqui 2, guess what the good news is! Sung by Ankit Tiwari, who is also the music director of the film, Ek Villan, the song, Galliyan is topping the Radio Mirchi top ten Bollywood songs, by the sheer virtue of its subdued subtle melody that is easy to hum along with and catchy enough to get all the attention.
In the business of love
In pursuit of peace