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Record keeper
What happens to the great films that many have seen and most have heard about? What have they done to the prints released decades ago? Does anyone even remember (let alone possess) the silent era films? Perhaps, it started with a couple of queries as a student at Film and Television Institute of India
(Pune).
Shivendra Singh Dungarpur knew exactly what he had to do. Spread the word. About the least and most ignored subject of film preservation and restoration. "Does anyone even know that there were at least 1,700 silent films and out of those we have records of only a handful…By 1950, we had nearly lost 80 per cent of our films. Each year Indian cinema makes 1,500 films on an average…100 years of Indian cinema and we have only around 6,000 in our archives," he throws open the statistics and also the conversation, while in Chandigarh, for a lecture as a part of the ongoing Literati 2014. A keen interest in saving India's cinematic heritage led to Film Heritage Foundation. The foundation dedicated to supporting the conservation, preservation and restoration of the moving images. "Somehow we never think of preserving or restoring our heritage. Be it monuments, art works, sculptures and least of all films… Films are a combination of all these art works and reflect our heritage just as much." Then there's the reference to obvious association of films with Bollywood. "We are just as keen on preserving artistic films, documentaries, regional films. They are just as, if not more, important and a part of our cinematic heritage." At the moment, count of films in the library totals 150, which includes a film made in 1913. "Right now, it is a small figure. Moreover, we are doing it as a charity. But we are looking at working in public private partnership with National Film Archive."
Love for celluloid
It doesn't matter what invoked an intense love for cinema; whether it were Charlie Chaplin movies seen on the projector during childhood or the smell of 8mm films he grew up on. What matters is that love for cinema remains and goes beyond the ordinary pursuit of excited audience and wowed jury. Anyway, after two National Awards for 2012 film Celluloid Man, a film about PK Nair (India's film archivist who established the National Film Archive of India); he's all set for his next venture, that's been in the making for 4 years now. Closely Observed Man, with a running time of 3 hours, is a documentary on the big Czech film-maker Jiri Menzel. "He influenced all the early film-makers, including Woody Allen, which is why he is also a part of the film…Very few know that the original Shaukeen was a remake of his Capricious Summer." Projects in international film archiving ensured a close brush with the likes of Martin Scorsese and several of his stature. "As much as a film maker, Martin Scorsese has contributed through his World Cinema Foundation, helping restore as many as 600 films, including restoration of the classic like Uday Shankar's Kalpana." In between the conversation, there's engaging trivia galore. The little known facts like, "Munshi Premchand not just made a film titled Mil Mazdoor but acted in it." Of the 1934 classic, there's only one booklet that remains.
Kids play
At the root of it all, there's also an effort to make the heritage reach children. Which is why on the anvil is also Film Preservation and Restoration School India's initiative that is all set to produce 40 students at the end of a week-long workshop to be held starting February 22. "We are trying to get scholarships for everyone. The workshop is open for anyone with a keen love for films." Like he we said. A close brush with the films and a deeper love for cinema, ensured he knew exactly what to do. Spread the word.
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The long and short of it...
Her disclaimer, upfront, is disappointing for a lifestyle reporter, who is always in search of gossip. "Personal life, I don't want to get into, please, because they're all litigations and it's all sub-judice. I'm in Chandigarh for a literature event; let's stick to that."
Journalist, author and estranged wife of veteran actor Om Puri, Nandita Puri has been in the news since the 2009 launch of her book, An Unlikely Hero—Om Puri's biography—not necessarily for the right reasons. Ever since her 'exposé' of Om Puri's sexual relations with his maids-he almost married one-through her book, Nandita sent typewriters clicking with discord in the couple's marriage. Though they decided not to get divorced for the sake of their teenage son, Ishaan, their relationship has been dwindling in the on-again-off-again phase. At the lit fest, she does give us an indication of her relationship with Om as she says, "Yes, I brought Ishaan along this time. He has been on enough film sets; I think it's high time he sees what his mom does too." Moving on, Nandita was a part of 'Of Stories & Scripts: Chote Se Bade Parde Tak' along with Anubha Yadav, Sarthak Nayak and Abhisar Sharma on Day 1 of Literati. About the session's topic, she says, "It's about short fiction to screenplay. I have a collection of short stories myself, called Nine on Nine. One of the short stories is based out of a beauty parlour, where a few women discuss their lives. In the story, one of the women is having an affair with the other woman's husband and they both don't have a clue. So, this, we have adapted into a full-fledged screenplay along with Anant Mahadevan, who will be directing it. So, at the session I'm talking about the pros and cons - more pros than cons-of adapting from a short story." About the shortage of takers of short stories, she adds, "Honestly, I think the dearth of takers for short stories was about 20 years ago. Now, for the past five years, we still have some takers. People now like novellas, not even a novel; they've lost that span of attention needed for reading big novels. So, all the chicklits, studlits and Chetan Bhagats of the world are now being read, which is fine. I'm not the one who's against this movement. These books are targeting just the youth, which is good in a way because they are inculcating the habit of reading in youngsters who are very easily distracted by technology. But, if short stories don't have as many takers, then you turn to a form that guarantees a reach, which is screenplay." Up Next? "I'm doing a project on a lady called Jennifer Haynes, who is sent out for adoption from India to the US. At the age of six, she was sexually abused by her adoptive parents, changed 50 foster homes, got into drug trafficking and has been jailed. When she was jailed, it was found that her adoption papers were not right, and that she was trafficked. When she was arrested in the US, she was deported for the inconsistency in papers. She filed a case in the Bombay court and lost the case; she went to the Supreme Court and lost the case. So, she's stuck today. But, she's a very interesting story, since she also has two children, American citizens, 11 and 10 years of age, and her husband is facing federal imprisonment for 25 years; he still has 20 years to go. So, I'm doing a book and a film (screenplay) on her simultaneously, in the hope that the government will look at her case from a humanitarian standpoint." And whom is the screenplay for? "Well, I've shot a word to Oprah Winfrey. So, let's see!"
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Straight to the goal post
While B-town is in a mood to court biopics, the well intentioned film-makers grab the opportunity to put the spotlight on stories that ought to be narrated and lives that should have been celebrated. It could be a hockey hero, a chequered life, a sports icon, a brave heart…anyone.
Upcoming Hindi film Prithipal Singh brings to the fore the life of Indian field hockey player Prithipal Singh. Very few know about the life of deadliest penalty corner specialist of his generation. The man with steely wrists slammed an astounding 22 goals and helped India claim three Olympic medals; in Rome, Tokyo and Mexico. "I did read up on him, about his life before we started filming. Moreover, my team briefed me about it the story as well," shares Chandigarh girl Jassi Kaur, who plays one of the lead roles in the movie. "I play a girl called Aakrity, who lives abroad. She is in awe of Prithipal Singh and wants to make a film on him. She is dissuaded by her family, boyfriend but she overlooks everything and lands up in India." It was only a matter of time, when the celluloid realities, even onscreen ones hit her. "She meets these film-makers who laugh at her. Nevertheless, she approaches several production houses and the story takes on from there." Little known that he was later employed as a deputy director for youth welfare in Punjab Agricultural University, he was gunned down by his students in 1983. The film, to be released nationwide next year, is currently being showcased at the ongoing All Sports Los Angeles Film Festival. Role models
Having done films like Rangeelay, Naughty Jatts, Chak Jawaana and as an anchor with Zee Punjabi, there was little difficulty in getting acquainted with the context and set up of the film. "I didn't have to work too much because I could relate to this character. Moreover, I loved the fact that it has been a performance oriented role. One where I could show my talent and act and not let boys take the limelight." Which is why there's been no jumping onto the comedy movies bandwagon. "I really emulate and admire Divya Dutta. I would love to do every role that she has done. I want to be known as an actress and not a heroine. I hanker for performance-oriented roles." In real life though if she were to get behind the lens and make a film, it would be nothing less than Oprah Winfrey. "She amazes me. The life she has led and how she started from a broken home and to where she has reached is an example of sheer grit and resilience."
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A jig for peace
With this aim they are set to launch the Tenth International Folk Musical Dance Festival by India, Czech Republic and Slovakia Republic. The event will comprise a series of dance performances by Mimi Fortunae, the dance theatre group from Brno, the Czech Republic, Europe and Rozmarija; folklore ensemble from Presov, the Solvak Republic, Europe, among others. While talking about the event, which takes off on November 10, Narinder Singh, the general secretary of the Ghungroo Musical Club, shares, "We want to make peace with songs and not the sword, and we therefore organise such cultural exchange programmes." The chairman Jaswinder Singh shares that the club has already done several festivals across Russia, Poland, and Finland. "Next year, we will be inviting some people from Italy, Greece and Germany too," he shares. Hana Smi?ková-Látalová, the choreographer of the dance troop, Mimi Fortunae, which has performed in several countries, including France, Germany, Italy, Austria, Spain, Great Britain, Netherlands, USA and Jordan, talks about the dance styles of the group. "Mimi Fortunae actually means the dancers of fortune and we are a group of contemporary dancers. Our dance is weaved in a story format, where we blend the traditional folk dance style with contemporary techniques," she shares. Danka Koval?íková, the choreographer of Rozmarija reveals that her group will be performing a very traditional folk dance item. One of the members of the troupe, Patrik Hacaga, shares, "We usually dance to live music, but this time we will be dancing on a pre-recorded set of songs, which are based on the usual folk topics, including the funny fights between boys and girls, gossip sessions between women and short love stories." The dance troupes will be performing in Chandigarh on November 10, 2014, at the Punjab Kala Bhawan and on November 14, 2014, at Kalagram.
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Party abhi baki hai!
There is no day when you cannot party. Here are some songs that have rocked your party forever… Manpriya Singh
Hall of fame
Starting with, perhaps, one of the honest party anthems, I Like To Party, Everybody Does. It's a song that has been through countless versions and interpretations and can rather be mistaken for a factual confession. While we are it, who can forget to not visit the Jailhouse Rock party? The one hosted by Elvis Presley, as he begins, The Warden threw a party in the county jail. Among the blatant commercial hits, there's We Like To Party by Vengaboys. Moving on, Black Eyed Peas has given a fair share of popular club songs.
Around 2004, the same band came up with the hit single Let's Get It Started (read Let's Get Retarded). And boy, don't the bunch of partygoers, teens and club-hoppers still go back and get retarded for the song that came about a decade ago? Rihanna's Please Don't Stop The Music can be counted as just as much of a classic as a contemporary club song. Talking of club, can the dance floor be left behind? Nelly Furtado and Justin Timberlake's song Give it To Me, makes it to the list of club/party numbers with lyrics, "If you see us in the club, we'll be acting real nice. If you see us on the floor, you'll be watching all night." The song, featuring Pitbull and RedOne, was a major comeback hit of Jennifer, where she invites you to the dance floor. There's Miley Cyrus' Party in The USA, yet another hit. How much does the singer relate to the song talking about settling into a new place might be debatable, but not the fact that audience related to it! Talk of girls and parties, and there's the stupendously popular 2009 track titled Tik Tok by
Ke$ha. Youngsters' take
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The chic man!
Dr Alka Dogra
nMost of the young boys come for hair removal on upper part of cheek. They have tried threading, plucking and waxing, but to no avail. Now, it is usually done by Diode Laser or N-D YAG laser with excellent results. Seven sittings are required, one-and-a-half month apart, for this procedure. nFor glow over the whole face, chemical peel in the form of glycolic acid or lactic acid peel or TCA or Sali peel, depending on the skin type and condition, is prescribed. Nowadays, mixed peels are also available. These are essentially ?-OH acids or ?-OH acids or a combination of both. nMicrodermabrasion, a skin polishing procedure, rejuvenates the skin surface by removing the dead layer. It is chemical-free procedure conducted with crystals (AlO2). Crystal-size is 120 grit; they are not to be reused. nHair loss is a common problem with males - whether it is Alopecia areata or Androgenic alopecia or Telogen effluvium. Male-pattern baldness is the most common problem. In this pattern, hair thinning occurs, but there are various remedies available for them too. nRemoval of moles, especially the bigger and hairy ones, is done through radiofrequency. (Dogra is a Ludhiana-based skin specialist) (As told to Poonam Bindra)
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Time to get wicked
For all you House music lovers, its time to wear your dancing shoes and let your hair down as you vibe along the groovy tune of Parra for Cuva ft. Anna Naklab, titled Wicked Games. The song is cover version of the 990 song by Chris Isaak from his third studio album Heart Shaped World and has already been topping the charts in France, Belgium, the United Kingdom and Netherlands. Here's what the city folks have to say about the song. Good effort
I really like the song, especially the lyrics. However, what I truly appreciate about the song is its music and the way they have blended the classic pop with house trance. Harman Singh, freelance web designer Very intense
I like the song mainly because of the powerful female vocals, which gives the song a character that is very intense. It works pretty well on the lyrics as well. Also, the mood of the song is best highlighted in the video. Anandita Sharma, private company employee Compelling vocals
It's a beautiful song and the main reason for that are the compelling vocals as well as lyrics, which make it very interesting. Also, I like the general vibe of the song. Vibhuti Gupta, private bank
employee (As told to Amarjot Kaur)
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In thick soup
Manju Dewan Winter is knocking on our door and now is the season of yummy soups. It is also time to move beyond the typical tomato or chicken soup and experiment with other ingredients. For the upcoming chilly weather, mushroom soup is the most ideal. Since it is quick to cook, it retains the nutritive value more and is light on the stomach as well. Mushroom bread soup
Ingredients
Method Melt butter in a pan, add mushroom and onion; saute till it softens and becomes pinkish in colour. Now add bread. Mix and leave it for 10 minutes. Now blend to make a paste and give it a boil. Add salt and pepper to taste. Just before serving, add cream. Serve
hot. (Dewan is a Ludhiana-based culinary expert) (As told to Poonam Bindra)
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One-touch wonder
'One Touch Internet'is a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at simplifying internet services for millions of first-time users in India. Airtel's 'One Touch Internet' is a WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) portal designed with a simple, secure and intuitive interface that will allow first-time users to discover the internet easily and help them overcome common perception barriers around the mobile data experience.
Now available for prepaid mobile customers on Airtel, 'One Touch Internet' will work as a single point destination for uninitiated internet users to see-try-buy a host of popular services (including social networking, videos, online shopping and travel bookings) through free tutorial videos and trial packs - all with just one touch. To self-learn or have family and friends explain the internet to them easily, Airtel's prepaid mobile customers can now call 111 or simply visithttp://one.airtel.inon their mobile phones' web browsers. Currently available in English and Hindi, 'One Touch Internet' will soon also be available in six vernacular languages.
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Ali and his killer instinct
Pakistani actor and singer Ali Zafar, who was last seen in Total Siyapaa, returns to silver screen with his latest film Kill Dil. In an exclusive interview, he talks about his role, working in Bollywood and more.
Tell us about your role in Kill Dil. I am playing Tutu, who is a trained assassin. He's more of a serious person. He is sorted and focused. It's a different role from what I had done in the past. From looks to the attitude, everything is different about this character. I enjoyed playing it. I am looking for more such roles. How was it working with Parineeti Chopra, Ranveer Singh and Govinda? We all bonded really well on the sets. I think we made a great team. The entire team was dedicated and hardworking. It's always wonderful to work with Yash Raj. I believe that a great team makes a great film. And that's what we did. What do you enjoy the most--acting, singing or composing music? I enjoy all forms of creativity. I just want to be in the creative zone. It's precious to me. These characters I play on-screen are going to be there forever. It's an image that we, as actors, get to create. It's my own and it's going to be remembered as my work. You also sketch, right? Yes, I do sketch once in a while. I recently gifted Amitabh Bachchan a sketch of him, which I had made when I was a 13-year-old kid. I am a huge fan of him and it was like a dream come true. Fawad Khan is doing well in Bollywood. How do you feel other artistes from Pakistan making their mark in the Indian film industry? Whenever any Pakistani artiste does well anywhere, it makes me proud. I have always encouraged other artistes to come here. I feel really proud to see many Pakistani artistes doing well in Bollywood. People in Pakistan love to watch Bollywood films. They should be promoted more and we should mutually workout a path to promote cinema. Do you think politics should be kept away from cinema? Absolutely or we will never have the creative freedom. Pakistani film industry isn't huge but it's growing. The attitude is changing and I can see it. It needs to be promoted. How do you stay fit? I eat, drink and think well. I workout as well. I try to go to the gym at least three times a week. What's next? Well, I just don't want to sign films for the heck of it. I don't keep people waiting. I can never say what's next for me because I keep experimenting. But I am keen on starting a production soon. I am currently working on something. I'm also working on my next album, people have been asking for it.
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Devika Rani or Mata Hari?
Swastika Mukherjee, who will be seen playing the role of Anguri Devi in Detective Byomkesh Bakshi, has been reportedly said to be inspired by yesteryears actress Devika Rani. Devika Rani was an established actress of the 1940s. She was known to be a bold-brazen-superstar of her times. She was the first woman to kiss on Indian screen.
The teaser of the film, which got immense appreciation, showed Swatswastika's character in a bold and sensuous avatar. Considering the film is set in the 1940s, a lot of people have drawn resemblance in her character and Devika Rani. But Dibakar Banerjee shares that the role is inspired by the very famous double agent Mata Hari. Mata Hari was a Frisian exotic dancer and courtesan who was convicted of being a spy and executed by firing squad in France under charges of espionage for Germany during World War I. The nuances of Swatswastika's character have been crafted around Mata Hari to give an edge to her role which at the same time is glamorous. Dibakar shares, "Not Devika Rani at all. But a combination of Mata Hari and a famous character created by Saradindu Banerjee himself. A deadly double agent and a famous and notorious fashion icon, who defined the taste and scandals of her generation. Anguri loves to provoke and get your secrets out when you're busy looking at her. "
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Kalki open to work with Anurag
Actress Kalki Koechlin says she is still good friends with estranged husband Anurag Kashyap. She is also hoping to work with the filmmaker "someday".
"We still are very good friends. We still have something which nobody can take it away from us. We still have creative understanding and a lot of respect for each other. Hopefully we will work together someday," Kalki said.
The filmmaker was instrumental in launching Kalki in Hindi films with his 2009 critically acclaimed and commercially successful directorial venture Dev D and two years later he married his protégé. However, they announced their separation last November. After the continuous questions about her life, Kalki says she now prefers not to discuss her personal life on public platforms. "Personal life has become personal for me. I have learnt that your life can't be public and some things you learn later. I have been open about my personal life but a lot of people get hurt so it's better to keep quiet," she said. "It's important not to react. I should be in the limelight because of my work and people should appreciate and respect that," she
added. — IANS
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When Huma had her fan moment...
The actress shuffled her entire schedule to attend a party to meet the famous international fashion designer Prabal
Gurung. Huma Qureshi has awed her fans by her great styling sense but she has been very intrigued by Gurung's design.
When the actress heard the designer is in town to attend a luxury summit where she was invited, Huma went out of her way to change her entire schedule to be able to meet him. The actress told him how much she is in awe of his designs and at the same Prabal was happy to see Huma's enthusiasm. He remembered Huma from her visit to Cannes with her film Gangs of Wasseypur. The designer had seen the film and complemented her for her performance which he thought added glamour to the film.
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Never said no to Salman: Deepika
She's worked with Shah Rukh Khan thrice, but Deepika Padukone is yet to share the same frame with Salman Khan. She says she's never said no to a project starring the Dabangg star, and that destiny will decide when they'll work together.
Rumour mills were abuzz that Deepika had refused to work in Salman-starrer Kick, which was offered to her. Rubbishing this, she said: "Who am I to refuse anyone? I don't have the power or the position to do so. I have never said I don't want to work with Salman Khan. In fact, I want to work with him. But I think each film is as per destiny. "If it is meant to happen, it will happen no matter how hard you work on your dates. It will happen only if it has to."
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Hugh Jackman bleeds onstage
Actor Hugh Jackman accidentally injured his finger with a knife while cutting a lemon onstage and bled for an hour during a preview performance of his Broadway show The River.
The 46-year-old's representative confirmed that he did injure himself Wednesday and the wound continued to bleed for an hour. In spite of this, Jackman finished his performance. The actor was later checked by medics but didn't need stitches. After the show, he signed autographs for his fans outside the
theater. — IANS
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Fire on two wheels
Speed demon: Rithvik Dhanjani
I have had bikes in the past, but never had a superbike. This bike is customised according to my height and physique, and there is only one such bike in entire Mumbai! It's got a chopper tyre and a one-of-a-kind coffin tank. I am looking forward to taking long drives on my bike at night, when there is no traffic and enjoy the empty roads."
In the net
Aamir Khan in Satyamev Jayate "On reaching the suspect's Udaipur address, we learnt that he had sold his house for Rs 1.25 crore. We made inquiries and found that his grandfather had just passed away. Since we didn't have his new address, we told one of his old neighbours that we were his friends and wanted to attend the condolence meeting. The locals helped us gain entry to his house," said an officer who was part of the team that apprehended the suspect.
Dimpy Ganguly Mahajan, who recently filed for divorce from her husband Rahul Mahajan, is the latest celebrity to join Bigg Boss. Interestingly, Rahul had participated in the second season of the show in 2008. Dimpy says she isn't regularly in touch with Rahul, but she has informed him about entering Bigg Boss.
Moving on: Dimpy Ganguly Mahajan
Sushant in a video game?
Ubisoft, a popular video game publisher, has announced a new title — Far Cry 4, which will release in November. And the similarity of the protagonist in the game, Ajay Ghale, with Sushant Sigh Rajput is quite stark. The game is set in the Himalayas and this is the first time that an international publisher has created something based on Indian culture. The story revolves around Ajay Ghale who comes back to his motherland to fulfill his last wishes.
Soon, Vibhav in Doli Armaanon Ki
Vibhav Roy, who has got quite a few commercial advertisements to his credit, is entering Zee TV's popular primetime drama Doli Armaanon Ki. Playing the character of Ishan, Vibhav is seen playing a pivotal role in the show. Ishan is Samrat's best friend, a lawyer who has just completed his studies in London and returned home to India. On taking up the role, Vibhav said, "I'm glad to have bagged the role of Ishan in the show. It's not a cameo or a bit role, but a substantial part that will change the course of the show. I am sure the makers of the show saw the potential in me to play this character and approached me for the role. All I hope is to live up to that faith and do full justice to that character. Hope the audiences like my part and the upcoming track."
A week’s extension
There is some good news for all Tumhari Paakhi fans. The show, which was reported to be going off-air on November 14, has now got a week's extension as the creators needed some time to fold up the track. Tumhari Pakhi will now air till November 21. Kareena Kapoor Khan says that she has a fetish for shoes and that her mother has given up on her. She buys the same pair in different colours and shares them with sister
Karisma.
Karisma Kapoor & Kareena Kapoor Khan
Rishi unhappy with Bombay Velvet
Rumour has it that Rishi Kapoor is unhappy with the way Bombay Velvet, directed by Anurag Kashyap and starring his son Ranbir Kapoor, has shaped up. He wants major portions of the movie re-shot and that's why perhaps a new song is also being added to the film.
Ranveer’s Hero No 1
Ranveer Singh says that he is Govinda's biggest fan and loved working with him on Kill/Dil. He has grown up watching his Hero No. 1, Raja Babu, and other movies and loves his dance moves and comic timing. He has seen some of Govinda's potboilers more than 50 times.
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ASTRO TURF
ARIES: The card 'Eight of Swords' predicts some problems at home. Cater to people who feel under the weather. A neighbour will be a cause of worry. A disagreement with your partner won't be resolved for a few days. Tarot message: Try to avoid serious discussions with loved ones. Lucky colour: Blue.
Magic number: 39.
TAURUS: Early hours will see you encountering some difficulties. You will give some time for charity. If physical fitness is a concern, start a class in yoga and nurture your well-being in a gentle way.
Tarot message: Seek advice, but don't feel you have to stick to it. Lucky
colour: Crimson. Magic number: 48. GEMINI: Home and family affairs will be most enjoyable. You will not be able to get teamwork going. Short trips can cause minor annoyances. Personal plans will be opposed by friends.
Tarot message: A shopping spree can upset your budget. Lucky colour: Purple.
Magic number: 36. CANCER: You are on the crest of a lucky wave. Do not sign new agreements. It is a hectic day for businessmen. No arguments please. Sit back and enjoy the day as it unfolds. Keep your paperwork in place. Tarot message: Make the best of a bad situation by being polite. Lucky colour: Red.
Magic number: 59. LEO: Use your own judgement while making important decisions. Do not demonstrate your anger to anybody. Enjoy the evening with your friends. A restless attitude is likely to prevail.
Tarot message: Spend time on fitness routines. Lucky colour: Yellow. Magic number: 29. VIRGO: Make your choices wisely today. Family politics or the power struggles in shared living quarters can intensify. Meditate on your situation and listen to your own inner voice. Tarot message: Take your partner out for dinner and renew energy in the relationship.
Lucky colour: Green. Magic number: 47.
LIBRA: You will feel irritated at work. A new deal will bring monetary gains. Women: control your diet and focus on exercise. Good friends will be a source of entertainment and support.
Tarot message: Adopt a diplomatic approach. Lucky colour: Orange. Magic number: 61. SCORPIO: Youngsters will feel a bit lethargic. New work will prove lucrative. You can safely delegate responsibility of work to others. An old friend might turn up out of the blue and take you out to an exciting venue.
Tarot message: Beware of making rash moves. Lucky colour: Saffron. Magic number: 30. SAGITTARIUS: You are unlikely to have any difficulty in concentrating. Diplomacy and tact are the keywords for the day. Your card 'The Lovers' is shining its loving light on your house of fun.
Tarot message: Keep your eyes open for new opportunities. Lucky colour: Peach.
Magic number: 42. CAPRICORN: Students: do not neglect your work. Humanity pays. Keep business activities open. Parents' health needs attention. A foolish obligation can be dropped. Enjoy a peaceful day at home.
Tarot message: Be as charming as possible in all situations. Lucky
colour: Mauve. Magic number: 25. AQUARIUS: Get to work early because as the day unfolds, everything can become disjointed. An influential person will acknowledge your work and encourage you. Tarot message: Stop thinking about yourself and see what you can do for others.
Lucky colour: Grey. Magic number: 40. PISCES: No matter what problems arise, you will achieve success. A business deal is likely to go through and give you a more secure income. Start organising your finances better.
Tarot message: Take life the way it comes. Lucky colour: White. Magic number: 52.
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THE YEAR AHEAD
If your birthday is November 9...
The first part of the year is very favourable, as all your wishes will get fulfilled. During the second half of 2015, you will not be able to give enough time to a relationship due to tight schedule of work. Try to avoid complications. Now Saturn is in your zodiac and your ruling planet, Mars, makes you smart, intelligent, stylish, enthusiastic and reliable. You need to take precautions to restore your health if suffering from stomach problems. You should keep your budget in mind while spending. You will make many important decisions regarding your career and can also go overseas. Your decisions will prove successful as you will be benefitted later. Positive colours: Golden, Red. Select days: Sunday, Monday. Favourable numbers: 3, 6, 9. Gems recommended: Pearl, Ruby. Charity on Birthday: Feed baked grams to monkeys.
You share the birthday with Payal Rohatgi (November 9, 1980, Hyderabad), who made her Bollywood debut in Harry Baweja's movie Yeh Kya Ho Raha Hai. She then appeared in 36 China Town. Her numbers 9 and 2 are very strong, and will take her to great heights till 2017.
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With the view to promote peace and foster healthy relations between different countries in the world, Ghungroo Musical Club, in collaboration with Punjab Arts Council and Department of cultural affairs, intends to weave a beautiful mosaic of international integrity while stitching the cultural dissimilarities between the countries with vibrant traditional threads.
Practically, all it takes is some foot-tapping beats to get the party started! Throw in the right set of people, a suitable venue and there's no stopping what you started. Music may or may not lead to spiritual healing, but it certainly gets the gathering rolling. Just as the smash hit by Pink goes, Let's Get The Party Started. Here's a checklist of songs with party for a theme or at least in the lyrics. 
Then there is the phenomenally successful I Gotta Feeling, setting the tone for an evening that has just begun. It is a song for which, back in 2009, the Black Eyed Peas collaborated with dance music producer David Guetta — the perfect song to sing while getting ready for an evening out.
Speaking of on the floor, there's Jennifer Lopez's quite popular and quite recent track On The Floor. 
Imagine the lyrics mentioning a girl who brushes her teeth with a bottle? That is some serious partying going on. Though a song from an altogether different era, It's My Party by Lesley Gore, was not just a huge hit by itself but even the sequel song titled Judy's Turn to Cry was a smash hit. Yet another song (You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (To Party) has a legend behind it. The 1987 hit single was originally meant to be a sarcastic take on the rebellious and frivolous rock songs of the time. However, little did they know that not would the song be a rocking success but even be considered a timeless party song even decades down the line. 
After pop, perhaps, it is the genre rap that gives way to club songs. Opines Karamjeet Virk, who is pursuing Masters in Public Administration from Panjab University, "Even though it is an old song, the sheer mention of party songs brings to my mind the song, In Da Club by 50 Cent." It is not just a party, rather a birthday party song. A song that connects just after one has crossed the age of Happy Birthday To You! He adds, "I absolutely love the opening line with lyrics Go Shorty, It's Your Birthday. We Gonna party like it's your Birthday." Need we say more?
The new-age skin treatments are not only for the 'fair lady'; more and more men are now experimenting with their looks. It indeed is a boost for the self-esteem! Here are some skin- friendly beauty procedures especially for men.
Actor Rithvik Dhanjani seems to be on cloud nine as he has gifted himself a bike on his birthday, which was on November 5. Ask Rithvik and he says, "I decided to gift myself my new bike on my birthday this year, which is a customised cruiser.
I wanted it for so long and so finally, this year, I decided to buy it for myself.
A team of cops recently nabbed a man allegedly involved in a smear campaign against the Aamir Khan's show Satyamev
Jayate. Once the police got the internet protocol address of the computer that was used allegedly by the suspect to post derogatory information, a team was sent to Udaipur to trace the suspect.
Dimpy enters Big Boss
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