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Yesterday once more
"We wanted to show the present generation how love used to be, untarnished, when it wasn't marred by social media and the dating frenzy that the phenomena has come to be associated with today. Youngsters can't think of love in a time when there was no Facebook or Whatsapp. We are trying to show love in a new light to them with Jigariyaa," says Harshvardhan Deo, minus the glasses. For actress Cherry Mardia, though, her debut movie is 'like a personal video being shown to the world'. "I've done a lot of advertisements earlier, but a movie is a whole new learning experience," says Cherry. Role play As simple as love may be, characters are essential to establish. And no greater star cast than one that relates to its characters, especially for a debut. "My character, Shaamu, is a foolishly romantic youngster. He likes to throw a few silly lines of sher-o-shayari, so do I. He follows Radhika (Cherry) around once he's fallen head over heels for her. The audiences will fall in love with him. Shaamu is very close to my personality," says Harshvardhan, before breaking into hopelessly mushy shayari. Cherry, on the other hand, is playing a character entirely contrasting to the colour of her name. "Radhika is from Mathura. Her father, Pandit Shankar Dayal Sharma, organises samuhik vivah and she helps him out with these functions. She's a demure, small-town girl, who falls irrevocably in love with Shaamu; the kind of love I've seen my grandparents fall in; passionate, driven, unconditional," says she. Ask her how she came to be known as Cherry, and she says, "My mother gave me this name. I was just fat and red when I was born. So…" Producer's take After letting the media know, twice, that the film is based on 'real events', Vinod Bachchan's Class-12 classmate and friend, to be specific, the producer goes on to say, "We have explored Agra and Mathura's beauty with this film. Filmmakers don't need to shoot outside India; people refuse to see the beauty that India beholds in every nook and cranny." About finding the right star cast, he adds, "I met Harshvardhan in a gym. I liked the way he looked and asked him what he was up to. He was assisting director Prakash Jha at the time. I asked him if he wanted to act, and he said that's exactly what he's in Mumbai for." Ask him about the likeability of the film succeeding, given the fresh star cast, and he says, "The script demanded fresh faces. In fact, all superstars were born out of legendary love stories. We hope to follow the trend with Jigariyaa too." The movie is set for an October 10 release. somya@tribunemail.com
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Owner’s pride
While her brush paints an artistic stroke of novelty giving a defining edge to the contents of her canvas, Soazic Guezennec brilliantly establishes a dialogue between reality and imagination through her artwork.
As she exhibits her works under the title, Happy Owners, at Alliance Francaise, she spares a brief moment to list the repertoire that influences her creative undertakings. Though the ideology that Soazic explores stems from the likes of Swiss painter and printmaker Johann Baptist Isenring, who first came up with the hand colouring of monochromic photographs in the 18th century, she takes it to a whole new level while giving her pictures a fragment of her imagination. "I was always interested in arts and I think it runs in the family because both, my mother and grandmother were artists and I only took after," begins the French artist, Soazic, who has been living in Mumbai for the last five years. As she continues to talk about her journey from Paris to Bandra, the influence of which is quite evident in her artwork, she explains that she and her husband were looking for a change and that brought them to Mumbai. "My husband and I wanted a change so he was transferred to Mumbai and we were only too glad to shift," she shares. Just as you spare a moment to look around at the gallery walls donned with posters of buildings like the billboards of shiny new constructions along the roads, you will know that hyperbole is a real estate developer's best friend. Soazic is only too glad to explain to us about the setting up of the gallery like a real estate agent's office. Having worked in the advertising firm, Soazic stages her exhibition in a marketing setup, to highlight the idealistic image of nature and to make one aware of perils that endanger our environment as well as our future. "When I came to Mumbai, I was captivated by the city's idea of extreme urbanisation and the resilience of nature. Having toured the city, I clicked several shots at the Lower Parel and there was not a better way of painting them up with nature," she says. Her paintings, which are printed on the flex paper that is used to make billboards, the captions read of captions used by the advertisers. Taken quite literally, and they paint a brilliant picture, something that does not seem to have escaped Soazic's imagination. "The technique that I use here is painting the pictures with poster colours and then scanning them," she shares. In her show Happy Owners, Soazic has plundered real estate catalogues to create a series of posters she's calling "Subjective Architecture Realty". Here, those lush descriptions, tree tower, celestial mountains, and magic mushrooms are rendered as fantastical constructions that stay faithful to their vivid write-ups. While the Sky Nest is imagined as a birdhouse high-rise, Oceanopolis is painted as a glass-fronted complex-cum-aquarium and the Tree Tower looks straight from the land of the Hobbits. Guezennec, who has also documented through a series of paintings the gradual razing of a forest outside her flat in Goregaon to make way for a high-rise, wants to give "nature the city it deserves". If only real estate companies felt the same way. amarjot@tribunemail.com
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Playful moments
After the long journey, packed with ups and downs, laughter and tears, achievements and failures… they are returning home now. Not forever though, but they promise to keep it a regular affair.
Binnu Dhillon, BN Sharma and Karamjit Anmol are the big names of the Punjabi film industry. A line-up of films, the thunderous sound of money and a generous seasoning of fame, everything is going right for them. And then they decide that they need to touch base with something real. And they call it NRI-Nahi Rehna India, a comedy play through which those three actors along with Jaggi Dhuri, Ranvider Mand, Gagan Gill, Riya Singh, Nisha bano and Raghubir Boli will splash laughter all over at Tagore Theatre on October 2. The play is written and directed by Binnu Dhillon and it is being staged for charity. The play has already received a great response in Canada, Australia and New Zealand. It is a touching moment for the three actors as they tell us about the gratifying experience called theatre. Coming home … Binnu Dhillon, who is the high point of any Punjabi film, started his career with theatre. "After doing TV and films, I can now tell you that working in a play requires a lot of hard work. Next comes TV and the least amount of effort goes into films," he shares candidly. With all the name and fame by his side, Binnu feels the need to return to something that will give him a creative high. Being charitable If he were to stand silent for a minute, he would still bring the house down with people laughing at his silence. BN Sharma is the stalwart in the genre of comedy and now he is all set to satiate his creative desire through the play NRI. "I have become so busy in life that I tell my family to come and meet me on the sets," he makes everyone around laugh with this statement. Adds Sharma, "This is something I need to do for myself and for charity." He makes a heartfelt request. "The Theatre Workers Welfare Society is doing this play for charity, and I would request everyone to donate something and not run away after hearing the word charity." Time to rejuvenate He can sing and laugh in the same breath. Karamjit Anmol is one multi-talented Punjabi actor. "We are doing pretty good in films, and now it is time to do something for our own self. Theatre is that tonic that rejuvenates an actor." Each actor plays one or two characters in the play. "You will have a tough time finding out who is the main actor," adds Binnu. Nods Karamjit, "All the other actors in the play are amazing." jasmine@tribunemail.com
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Pray on this!
The Navratras bring with them yet another excuse to indulge, in pooris, aloo, chawal, sabudana, paneer and the likes; basically, food that the health-conscious would steer clear of otherwise. Here are Chandigarh’s renowned chefs giving you some easy-to-whip-up recipes to make the rest of these nine days a gastronomic
celebration!
Aloo-Akhroot Ki Tikki Ingredients: Method: (Recipe contributed by Executive Chef Sumant Dadhwal, Hotel Taj, Chandigarh)
Raw Papaya Kheer
Method: (Recipe contributed by Executive Chef Pallav Singhal, JW Marriott, Chandigarh)
Shakargandi Aur Kiwi Ki Chaat
Method: (Recipe contributed by Executive Chef Pallav Singhal, JW Marriott, Chandigarh)
Lauki Mussalam
Method: (Recipe contributed by Executive Chef
Pallav Singhal, JW Marriott, Chandigarh) somya@tribunemail.com
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Weight
watch Renupreet Kaur During Navratras, grains are totally prohibited and only certain types are allowed for those fasting for nine days. Vegetarian food has to be cooked without onion and garlic. Here are some healthy options to choose from. Singhare ka atta Singhare ka atta has high vitamin and fibre content. It is gluten and cholesterol-free. It is also low in fat, low in sodium, high in potassium; rich in minerals including calcium, iron, zinc and phosphorus. The best way to eat it is to put lots of radish and spinach leaves in the flour. Kuttu Ka Atta Buck wheat is very rich in proteins and B vitamins apart from minerals like phosphorus, magnesium, iron, zinc, copper and manganese. Kuttu Atta cannot be kneaded with just simple water. Potato or Arbi is used to knead the flour. Low-fat soups Soups can be prepared out of vegetables like tomato, bottle gourd, cucumber or carrot and taken as small mid-meals. Soups are healthy and low in fat. Buckwheat tomato soup or buckwheat spinach soups are the yummy dinner options. Vrat or Samvat rice During navratras, samvat or sama grains are used instead of rice. They are from the millet family. They are a good source of photo-chemicals. Phool makhana They are low in calories, fat and high in fibre. They are rich in calcium and nutritious. Makhana chapattis and makhana curry can be served in the main course whereas roasted makhanas can be a healthy snack in
between. Sabudana or sago Sabudana is extremely low in fat, low in protein but full of carbohydrates and an immediate source of energy. Use milk for making sabudana kheer with raisins or dates or vegetables and peanuts for making
Tasty beverages Green tea, coconut water and healthy shakes can be savoured during fasting days. They are not only refreshing, but a good source of energy. (Renupreet Kaur is diet therapist and obesity expert.)
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Reaching out
Piccadily Square, which has completed two years in tricity, has decided to reach out to the people of Jammu & Kashmir. A donation was made to the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund as a contribution to help the flood-affected people on Monday. Speaking on the occasion, managing director of Piccadily Square Aditya Nath Sharma said, "Instead of celebrating, we decided to do what little we could to help those facing such a tall task of rebuilding their lives after the floods, which took away their homes and livelihoods."
Renowned Bollywood actress Yami Gautam, who hails from Chandigarh, was also part of the occasion. She said, "I am honoured to be a part of this endeavour. I am moved by the thoughtful gesture of this team to help the people of J&K. I feel Picadily Square has set an example for all others to come forward for a cause. No celebration can beat this thought." — TNS
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star track
Tough task
She made her debut in Mickey Virus and Salman took the half-Greek-half Swedish beauty under his wing when she was part of the previous season of Bigg Boss. She has finally got another movie but that is not because of Salman, who is a close friend of hers.
Family first She made her debut in Tere Naam. The movie was a smash hit due to the music, Salman Khan, and his hairstyle, but it did not do anything for her career. She was doing well in the South, but gave it all up when she got married to Yoga guru Bharat Thakur. They have a child now.
Salman Khan has a thing for women who remind him of his exes. Zarine looks like Katrina, but that has not helped her get anywhere in Bollywood. She has lost weight and was part of Housefull 2, but is now trying her luck Down South and Punjabi movies. Her Bollywood innings is over.
She was part of Lucky: No Time for Love and she resembles Aishwarya Rai. The movie tanked and she did not make a mark. She did a few films Down South and a few inconsequential Hindi films. Now, she is nowhere to be seen.
Missing out She made her debut in Jai Ho and nobody seems to care about her at all now. There was a controversy surrounding her, choreographer Ganesh Acharya, and Salman Khan. She has not got any new project post Jai Ho.
Huma the orator
Huma Qureshi has given standing instructions to her team to make time for her to attend 2-3 events in a month. The actress is very well-read and known for her smart-headed approach.
The actress has been a great influence during her theatre days and is now a role model for the youngsters. Huma is known to be a good orator, so much so that she has been getting a lot of requests from various colleges and institutes to come and speak to the students. Every month, the actress makes it a point to make time in her schedule to attend as many such meets as possible. Last month, she had gone back to her theatre to talk to the young artists pursuing their orientation programme, Thespo, and shares the story of her days there. This month, the actress had requests flooding in from everywhere. She had reputed colleges like Mithibai, KC College, RD Poddar and Sydenham College sending in invites to come and converse with the students on various topics. It does not end here; the actress has invites pouring in for panel discussions on topics like the state of women in India, B-Town's leading ladies with strong roles, globalisation and women empowerment et al. Despite her busy schedule, Huma has asked her team to adjust and make time for her to attend the seminars. Huma Qureshi shares, "Interactive sessions at such forums are always insightful. So, I try to attend as many as I can."
Rocking couple
Ali Fazal and Richa Chadha will be seen together on screen once again after delivering last year's sleeper hit Fukrey. They make for a cute lead pair and are slated to appear in Pooja Bhatt's untitled next, which will be directed by Shagufta Rafique.
The movie is a sensuous love story and is written by Shagufta herself. The movie is slated to go on the floors in December. It will see Ali and Richa in several heavy-duty sensuous scenes, which is a requirement of the script. "It is one of the hardest pieces I have ever read in my brief career, packed with emotion and challenging till the last frame. Shagufta is a powerhouse and I am looking forward to this venture. It is like walking into the next room in the same house. The Bhatts' have given me direction. Aage ka aage dekhte hai," said Ali.
Big B’s clean sweep
Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan, who successfully led the campaign to eradicate polio from the country, has now lent his support to the cleanliness drive Banega Swachh India.
The 71-year-old actor, who has been named the ambassador for this campaign, said he is proud to be associated with the cause. "I feel very strongly about projects like saving the tiger, polio and tuberculosis. For quite some time now, sanitation has been on my mind and when this opportunity came I had to be a part of this campaign," Bachchan said during the launch of the campaign. The Paa actor said he learnt the habit of cleanliness from his father, late poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan, who was very strict about it.
Kareena is spaced out!
While most of the Bollywood celebrities were busy tweeting and congratulating Indian scientists on their amazing feat of launching a satellite in the Mars orbit, Kareena Kapoor Khan was blissfully unaware of this. Recently, when asked about her thoughts on this achievement, she said, "What!!??"
But she soon recovered and said that is a great achievement for the country.
Shahid looks forward to Haider
Shahid Kapoor has given one of the biggest hits of his career with Vishal Bhardwaj's Kaminey and now the duo has teamed up again for Haider, which the actor says is the best film of his career so far."I can proudly say Haider is the best film of my career. This film has everything that I haven't done before. I have pinned my hopes on it," said Shahid.
Released in 2009, Kaminey starred Shahid in a double role and he won accolades for his performance from all quarters. Haider is set against the unrest in the Kashmir Valley and revolves around a guy called Haider, who wants to avenge his father's death. An adaptation of William Shakespeare's play Hamlet, the film also stars Shraddha Kapoor. "Some people like violence, some like romance but I know people will connect emotionally with Haider," said the 33-year-old. Shahid says he believes in doing good work without caring much about box-office collection or any award. "Everyone tells me that this film will win the National Award, but I am not thinking about it. Earlier, I would think about box-office collections, but now I enjoy my work. If we win a National Award, it will be good for us. But if we don't, I will still be happy that I did this film," he said. The actor also has good words to share about Bhardwaj. "Vishal Bhardwaj is a real superstar. He presents each film differently, for instance Maqbool, Kaminey or 7 Khoon Maaf. He also makes strong women-centric movies. Vishal and I share a good bond," said Shahid. Haider is slated for October 2 release. — IANS
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chatter box Navratri marks the onset of festive season and it is one of the most important festivals of India. We talk to some of the television actors to know how they are celebrating Navratri this year
Time for garba Navratri is very special to me. My mom keeps ghat (Devi ki stapana) at home. And even though I don't fast, I keep a check on what I eat. I plan to go to Kora Kendra Garba and I will buy a new set of chaniya choli for my sister and me.
O my gold! We believe in Vaishno maata very much and celebrate Navratri with great excitement. We all fast, do pooja and visit temples. This festival brings a lot of positivism. We will visit the pandals at Juhu and play dandiya. I can't fast, but I shall try fasting on the first and last day of Navratri. Also, I will avoid eating non-veg food and I anyway don't drink or smoke. Our Ahmedabad Express team is planning to perform garba in Gujarat and mostly in Mumbai too!
Dress wise I will do a little bit decoration of my pooja ghar (mandir) and will decorate my house with lights. I will completely be avoiding alcohol, non-veg food, garlic, and onion. Well, I have never been to any garba nights ... But this time I want to see how Mumbai people celebrate this festival. I will go for garba definitely and flaunt my new Gujju attire.
Wishing well During Navratri, I just do a small pooja at home, like we would in the South India. I don't believe in fasting and I am not going for dandiya as I am shooting 13-14 hours almost everyday. But if I do get a chance I will go for dandiya. I have already bought a beautiful Gujarati style lehenga from my designer friend. It's perfect for
garba.
Happy feet Navratri, for me is the time to dance and I really like the atmosphere of the festival. It makes me feel very positive.
Fun bound During my childhood days in Jammu, my entire family used to fast and it was a very important festival for us. We would visit temples and different pandals every night. In Mumbai, my friends and I go for dandiya, although I don't know how to play dandiya very well. Still, it's so much fun! Also, I intend to visit different pandals and fast on the first and last day.
Festive fervour I am a Marwari, but have lot of Gujarati friends and for me, Navratri is a time to let your hair down. I wear special garba dress and go with friends for dandiya.
Praying for strength Navratri has always been special to me as my mother has always been celebrating it! During Navaratri, we pray to Goddess Durga. She is also referred as Shakti. I feel that praying to her gives me a lot of strength. I don't keep fasts, we follow strict vegetarian diet on these nine days and also drink wheat grass water as we grow wheat in nine different pots for the Devi (my mom does) it has health benefits. I love to wear traditional lehnga and backless cholis on garba days.
The family guy During Navrati, my wife and I make it a point to go to a temple at least once in those nine days. Like every year, even this year I will follow rules of abstaining from non-veg food and alcohol. I will not be performing Garba this year, but I will be buying clothes for me and my family. Also, we will be doing pooja for all the nine days.
Visiting temples The nine days of Navratri are really very special for me. I do cleaning at my place. I don't fast for all the nine days, but on the second and last day I try to keep the fast. I decorate my house temple with flowers and diyas. This year on Navratri, I am planning to visit Maha Lakshmi temple at least once and I be will visiting pandals for the darshan too. I won't be performing garba this year as I will be busy shooting.
Mamma's boy Navratri is the time for yummy food and dance, especially in Mumbai and Gujarat, where everyone gets together for dandiya and garba. Unfortunately, this year I am shooting in Delhi. I don't fast but I avoid eating any non-veg food during Navratri.
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Astro turf
ARIES: You will have to be vigilant as someone at the office might try to harm your reputation. Drive carefully. Keep an open mind and do not make hasty judgments.
Tarot message: Your well-wishers will give you sound advice. Lucky colour: Turquoise
Magic number: 60
TAURUS: Focus on finance and investments. This is also a good time to deal with loans, debts, and credits. This is a favourable time
to deal in real estate. Tarot message: Take limited risks. Lucky colour: Aqua Magic number: 52 GEMINI: Many of you may receive some sound advice from an unexpected source, so pay attention to everything that you hear. You must deal with a conflict at work with tact and sensitivity.
Tarot message: Be positive. Lucky colour: Rainbow pastels Magic number: 46 CANCER: This may be quite a surprising and rewarding day. Many of you may receive bonuses or pay hikes. There would be quite a bit of monetary profits today.
Tarot message: Leave things open ended for best results. Lucky colour: White
Magic number: 39 LEO: You would be able to achieve a lot in your personal and professional life. Financially, there would be gains and windfalls, which would ease the burden of rising expenses. Tarot message: Be creative to retain the grip over business. Lucky colour: Sea green
Magic number: 28 VIRGO: A hectic social life would keep you on your toes today and lead to some new and interesting associations. You need to be patient, loving, and tolerant.
Tarot message: Everything will be sorted out on its own. Lucky colour: Cream
Magic number: 63
LIBRA: Most of you would be craving for something stimulating and entertaining today. Certain issues at work may be getting trickier. Be detached and the problem will resolve itself.
Tarot message: Focus on your goals. Lucky colour: Deep red Magic number: 41 SCORPIO: Diplomacy is the keyword of the day. Being vulnerable and open towards your partner would not make you weaker; rather it would bring the two of you closer. Tarot message: Do not overspend just to impress others. Lucky colour: Orange
Magic number: 32 SAGITTARIUS: Single would receive good proposals. At work, you would be open to feedback and some of you would also, be planning to prepare for promotions. Tarot message: Over optimism could lead to mistakes.
Lucky colour: Mauve Magic number: 30 CAPRICORN: Don't hesitate to seek help. You may be surprised by what you learn. Those who are married would bring the spark back into their relationship. Tarot message: Stabilise your financial situation by making property investments. Lucky colour: Peach
Magic number: 64 AQUARIUS: Travelling and communication would be a major part of the day. Children would be filled with energy. Some of you may also, be philosophical and spiritually inclined. Tarot message: Avoid gossip sessions at workplace. Lucky colour: Saffron
Magic number: 50 PISCES: Adventure, fun, and entertainment would be on the top of your mind today and you may spend a good deal of time, partying and at get-togethers with friends.
Tarot message: Involve yourself in a new project. Lucky colour: Purple Magic number: 25
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The year ahead
If your birthday is September 30...
This birthday is a fine day for do-it-yourself projects, especially around your home or property and today, you will be able to use your creative skills effectively. You may have a sensitive skin that easily shows the effects brought about by lack of sleep, rich food, and alcohol. Long distance travel is possible. Financial gains are on the cards but they are less likely to meet your expectations. You will have to make adjustments in your personal life. If you are in a relationship, avoid criticism as it could lead to separation. If you are a media professional, a change in the job is indicated. Legal proceedings will not go your way. Don't shun any new contracts during this period as some. Astral influences will be beneficial and everything will go perfectly. This year, you must donate sweets and fruits to children every Friday. Positive colours: Golden, red, brown, cream, white, orange Select days: Sunday and Monday Favourable numbers: 1, 4, 2, and 7 Gems recommended: Yellow sapphire, red coral, and ruby. Charity on birthday: Donate sindoor, chameli oil or
orange clothes.
You share your birthday with Monica Bellucci (Monica Anna Maria Bellucci, September 30, 1968), a famous actress and fashion model. Bellucci started her acting career with the film titled Bram Stoker's Dracula in 1992. She acted in Irreversible, where she played the role of Alex in 2002.
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Debutant actor, dark glasses…dimly lit theatre, sets the scene. Enter new actor Harshvardhan Deo, with dainty damsel Cherry Mardia and producer Vinod Bachchan (Tanu Weds Manu and Zila Ghaziabad fame) in tow. In Chandigarh on Monday ahead of the release of their 1980s love story, Jigariyaa, the three stress on the story bringing forth an age and time of simple love.
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Salman Khan is a superstar, but the actresses he launches or the ones that debut opposite him fail to make a mark. Only Katrina Kaif is an exception in his sea of unsuccessful prodigies. Take a look...
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