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Deepika Padukone will be next seen in Meghna Gulzar’s film ‘Chhapaak’, a film based on the life of an acid attack survivor Laxmi Agarwal. Pictures of the actress shooting for the film in Delhi had gone viral on the internet and her fans just went gaga over it. In a recent interview, acid attack survivor Laxmi Agarwal was all praise for Deepika. Talking about DP breaking down on the first day of the shoot, Laxmi said, “When you see someone in pain, you feel it too. Deepika is someone who embodies the character and not just the face. She immersed herself completely into the role and the character. It is a painful journey, so I think it is natural for anyone to breakdown if they are so involved with the journey. I am only happy to know that she is doing full justice to the role.” Apart from Deepika, Vikrant Massey too will be seen in a pivotal role and the film is slated to release next year.
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Sidharth Bollywood hunk Sidharth Malhotra will be back in uniform to take on the role of Kargil War hero Vikram Batra, in the upcoming biopic ‘Shershaah’. According to reports, the film will be based on the life of the Indian Army captain who was honored with the Param Vir Chakra for his bravery in the 1999 Kargil War. He reportedly led one of the toughest operations in mountain warfare in Indian history. Ahead of the filming schedule, Sidharth began rigorous training for his role and the film that will be shot for approximately 70 days across Chandigarh, Palampur, Kashmir and Ladakh. Speaking about his role, Sidharth said in an interview that this is the “toughest role” of his life and no amount of training can prepare him to play such a character. Also starring Kiara Advani, the film is slated to release in 2020.
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Ayushmann Khurrana is receiving a great response over his unique look of an IPS officer in his upcoming ‘Article 15’. Not only the poster but the trailer of the film is hard-hitting and has moved the audience with its thrilling storyline. The actor has nailed the heroic cop look so well that he is still the talk of the town, receiving a great response ever since the makers released the trailer. While prepping for the character, Ayushmann Khurrana explains how he prepared for the portrayal of the IPS officer, “There are different characters and every role differs. I am playing the role of an IPS officer. I had to fulfill different requirements, there is a poise which is required for this particular character and there is a different preparation altogether. Mainly the film’s subject is real and talks about real issues. It doesn’t completely talk about real instances but it has been inspired by them. I haven’t taken reference from any other Bollywood movies but I have friends who are IPS officers and I have spoken to them instead, to keep it real.” The movie, ‘Article 15’ is a movie that demands change in the society for each individual and has asked everyone to take action with its hard-hitting line, ‘Ab farq laayenge’! The film also stars Isha Talwar, M Nassar, Manoj Pahwa, Sayani Gupta, Kumud Mishra and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, directed by Anubhav Sinha.
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PALAK RICE RECIPE | PALAK PULAO RECIPE | SPINACH RICE RECIPE Healthy and delicious rice made using Indian spinach and mild spices
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Prep Time 10 minutes | Cook Time 15 minutes | Total Time 25 minutes | Servings 2
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1 cup rice (uncooked) 1½ tbsp oil or ghee ½ star anise or few petals 2 green cardamoms or elaichi 3 cloves or laung 1 small cinnamon piece or dalchini ½ tsp cumin or jeera 1 small bay leaf or tej patta or curry leaves 2 cups spinach or palak (tightly packed about 100 grams leaves) 2 to 3 green chilies sliced 1 tsp ginger garlic paste or 2 garlic cloves 1 onion sliced 1 medium potato or sweet corn or carrot ½ to ¾ garam masala 1/8 tsp turmeric or haldi Salt as needed 10 to 12 mint leaves or pudina or coriander leaves lemon juice as needed
PREPARATION FOR PALAK RICE
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Cook rice and cool completely in the usual way. Rice must be grainy and not mushy. Wash palak thoroughly in ample water. Drain completely. Add them to a blender and puree. Heat a pan with oil, add spices and saute for a min. Fry ginger garlic paste until the raw smell vanishes.
MAKING PALAK RICE
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Add onion and fry until golden. Add veggies and saute until they are tender. If needed sprinkle some water and cook. Sprinkle garam masala, salt and turmeric. Pour palak puree and saute until the raw smell goes off. Add mint leaves and saute for a min or two. Switch off the stove. Transfer the cooled rice, squeeze in the lemon juice. Mix everything well. Check salt and add more if needed. Serve palak rice hot or warm with raita.
NUTRITION
Calories: 477kcal | Carbohydrates: 83g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 34mg Potassium: 401mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 56.9% | Vitamin C: 15.7% | Calcium: 7.6% | Iron: 16.7%
Nutritional value of Watermelon
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One cup contains 50 calories and less than 1 g of dietary fiber. Watermelon is also a good source of vitamin A and C as well as minerals. DISEASE-FIGHTING FACTOR: Watermelons contain lycopene which prevents cancer. Watermelons are great for weight loss since they are low in calories. Watermelons are healthy ways to satisfy sugar cravings.
INTERESTING FACT:
Watermelons have a 92% water content and their seeds and rind are also edible.
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David Dhawan and Varun Dhawan are all set to collaborate on their third film together — ‘Coolie No. 1’ — soon. The father-son duo shares a close equation, both on and offset, and fans are eager to see the magic on-screen once again. In a recent interview, the two revealed how much they enjoyed working together, and how the transition from father and son to director and actor was smoother than expected. David revealed that there is no special treatment for Varun on the sets, in fact, he is stricter with him than others. He also revealed that he doesn’t hesitate to scold his son in front of everyone else if Varun does not give the perfect shot. However, he also praised his son for being good at improvising in scenes. He added that Varun is no longer nervous to be on sets and that by the time they made ‘Judwaa 2’, the talented young actor was already a successful commercial hero.
Kiara’s upcoming films include two projects with Akshay Kumar, who had once launched her in show business. Bring this up and she beams, “Akshay Kumar has played a constructive role in my professional life. Sometimes, it feels unbelievable that I am working with him again. He launched me, and now I’m playing the lead opposite him in Laxmmi Bomb. We’re are together in Good News, too. It’s unreal. While it’s still sinking in, I just think there is so much to learn from him. I’ve already learned to be disciplined about time from him. He’s very punctual and he never holds up work. He’s a committed actor who does everything required for a role and more. He spontaneously improvises on his scenes and makes them so much entertaining. It’s amazing to have so much energy on the set. He brings in a positive vibe to the workspace. He’s a treat to work with because his sense of humor is outstanding. He can be very funny. I can’t wait to get back on Laxmmi Bomb’s set with him.”
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SALMAN INSHALLAH KHAN’S similar to Salman’s ‘Jab Pyaar Kisise Hota Hai’ worlds come together in true SLB style, new reports claim that the film may just be similar to Salman’s ‘Jab Pyaar Kisise Hota Hai’, co-starring Twinkle Khanna. According to reports doing the rounds, the film’s plot may just be similar to the ‘90s film that saw Salman play a womanizer and a carefree man. However, his life takes a turn when he meets Twinkle’s character and on seeing the effect she has on him, his grandfather steps in to advise him to take the plunge.
Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali will present the audience with a humorous tale of love rooted in the Indian culture in his next, ‘Inshallah’, starring Salman Khan and Alia Bhatt in the lead. Among the many details of the film that has come to light, it has been reported that Salman will play a mid-40 character of a businessman, based in Orlando, Florida. According to the latest report, it’ll be a character that’s young at heart and will see Salman sporting a stylish look. Meanwhile, Alia will play a character of an aspiring actress in her mid-20s, who is allegedly
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Bollywood films are getting a huge response in China over the years and continue to do so. Keeping this in mind, actress-entrepreneur Preity Zinta has recently joined hands with a Los Angeles-based company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Chinese production and talent company to build a film and television development fund. The actress along with her production partner Amrita Sen will work with the company towards distributing Bollywood films in the Chinese market.
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With Kabir Singh exploring his character's journey in dealing with matters of the heart, the star didn't mind spilling the beans on some of his previous heartbreaks. Opening up about feeling rejected after a breakup, he said that there were different points in his life when he had fallen apart emotionally and admitted that those were his most vulnerable times. Speaking about his first heartbreak during his school days, he revealed that he had a crush on one of the 4 girls in his class and that it hurt him when he realized he wasn't even among her favorite people in class. He even quipped that she probably didn't even know much about him.
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Financial Planning Tips For The New Parents To Be
Whether you are a newlywed couple or parents-to-be, financial planning at a very early age has been mandatory. In addition to creating a personal financial plan, building and preserving a family wealth fund to utilize for emergencies and family goals requires a high level of commitment. 1.Create a Distributed Savings Plan. To overcome the tendency to use a major part Vaishali Thakkar of your savings to procure luxuries, make CEO Perfect Tax it a habit to distribute your savings towards different categories. & Finance 2.Save first and Spend the rest. It is essential to start saving for the child’s future from the beginning with a welldefined plan in mind. 3.Create an Emergency Fund. Set up a contingency fund. Plans such as Health, Home, Life or Term Insurance and other long-term insurance payments that support your family during emergencies can be a great asset during times of crisis. 4.Choose your Priorities. The biggest investment you can make for your child’s future is their education, hence it is essential to make it your priority for savings. Create a child’s education fund and start investing since Day one. If you are unsure where to begin, Perfect Tax and Finance can provide personal financial planning advice - coupled with oneon-one guidance to develop a comprehensive plan and guide you through the entire process.
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uper 30' is one of the most awaited Bollywood films of the year 2019. It is based on the life of mathematical and global influencer Anand Kumar, where Hrithik Roshan will be playing his character. He helps 30 plus students every year to crack the IT exams, which are believed to be one of the most difficult exams in the whole nation. It is scheduled to hit the theatres on July 12, this year. In an interview, Kumar praised Hrithik and said, "I am a middle-class man and in my life most of the time I am sweating, giving lectures and I usually roam from one place to other, so my skin would definitely be tan. I believe Hrithik is a perfectionist. The team of Super 30 stayed with me in Patna and observed me for a few days. As far as language is concerned, we are not talking in Bhojpuri but in Magahi language. Hrithik did work a lot on getting his look and language right. He has got the exact language and (skin) tone."
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"I'm a bit of a slow worker and really enjoy my work. I feel that I should focus on one thing at a time," she added. Disha further said she takes time to decide which films to take up.
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opular TV actress Mouni Roy, who took the plunge and made her debut in Bollywood with the Akshay Kumar starrer Gold in 2018, is now gearing up for her next Brahmastra. The actress, who plays the antagonist in the film that stars Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt in the leads, recently shared that it was her hit Television show Naagin that helped her bag a role in Ayan Mukerji’s Brahmastra. Mouni Roy will be seen sharing the screen space with not just Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, but also Amitabh Bachchan in the
film. While interacting with a daily, Mouni spilled the beans about her role in the film and how she became a part of the Ayan Mukerji directorial. “I am playing the main villain in the film. I am really looking forward to it. What is more liberating for me is playing different characters that challenge me. I was surprised initially that they wanted me to play the villain,” she was quoted as saying. She further revealed, “Ayan Mukerji had seen something from Naagin and felt I could play the villain. So you never know what clicks with whom. As an actor, you should be willing to experiment and be versatile otherwise you can’t learn and grow.” Brahmastra is the first installment in a three-part fantasy drama franchise, produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions. The movie which is going to be quite heavy on VFX, is slated to hit the theatres in summer 2020.
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anhvi Kapoor is proving to be quite a diva with her exquisite fashion sense. The starlet, who has made head turn every time she graces the red carpet, made the shutterbugs click-happy when she turned up at the Grazia Millennial Awards in a chic pink pantsuit. Rocking the all-pink look with pink lips and her hair worn down in waves, the actress had all eyes on her as she strutted her way into the venue. Who would have thought that a pantsuit could look so sexy and elegant at the same time? This also happens to be one of the few times that the beauty has ditched her usual traditional wear for something so bold and effortlessly sensuous. After an impressive start to her career with ‘Dhadak’ Janhvi has three films in her kitty, including Karan Johar’s next multi-starrer ‘Takht’.
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rjun Patiala star Dijit Dosanjh speaking to a daily, about his next Punjabi release Shadaa, how he balances regional cinema and Bollywood, his female fan following and more. When asked if the lines between regional cinema and Bollywood had become blurred and if it was easier than before to hop between industries, here’s what Diljit had to say. A good Punjabi film is better than a Hindi film with a bad script. If it is a Hindi film, doesn’t mean it’ll be superior. If there is only fun and no content in a Punjabi film, then that is also not right. Content is the king. Nothing changes or no film gets superior because of language. “Hindi is our national language. More people understand it, hence it does more business. But there is no dearth of content in any regional film. It needs the same amount of hard work. Earlier it was that once you land in Hindi films, you stop doing regional cinema. I never believed that. Like if you get work through a friend, you won’t leave the friend later on. So I got work through Punjabi cinema. So it’s my duty, my love and even my fans here whom I cannot leave,” he added
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humi Pednekar who will be next seen in debutant director Bhanu Pratap Singh’s horror movie, Bhoot Part One -The Haunted Ship, costarring Vicky Kaushal, is all praises for the Masaan actor. Speaking about the Sanju star, who has now become an actor to watch out for thanks to his diverse film choices, Bhumi said, “Vicky is one of the most talented actors of today and it’s lovely working with him. It’s a genre that both of us haven’t explored before but I was quite thrilled to experiment with. As an actor, I love to experiment, love to take risks.” “The first time I saw Masaan, I was blown away by what Vicky had done. I remember going back to him and asking him how did you do this scene, how did you do that scene? He told me that so many bits of Masaan were improvised and so many things him and (director) Neeraj Ghaywan had thought on the spot and I was blown away. He is so talented, so natural, so effortless that I really enjoy watching him on screen,” she added.
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MADHURI’S MUSINGS FLASHBACK INTO INDIAN SUMMER HOLIDAYS…
Walking down memory lane with nostalgia, and flashing back into the past, summer holidays in India were such a blast! It was the time when the waves of technology had not touched the shores of our lives; when every day was carefree and simple, yet we found beauty and pleasure in the mundane. As I revisit the beaches of my past, in the vistas of my mind, and re-collect those precious seashells of memories, hope you do the same and relive the great Indian summer vacations. The first 10 years of my life were in my father’s ancestral home and the best part of the summer holidays was when our cousins visited from out-oftown. Many of our summer mornings were kickstarted with visits to the beach. There is nothing quite like the warmth of the morning sun, the whiff of sea breeze welcoming you and the thrill of the ocean waves caressing your feet. Even with the hot Indian summers, we played endlessly in the outdoors. I remember singing and swinging merrily on a wooden swing that was rope-tied to a sturdy old tree. Our backyard was laced with coconut, mango, lemon and gooseberry trees to name a few. I loved playing “forest”, collecting berries and leaves, pretend cooking, playing treasure-hunt and exploring new secret spots in the backyard. I recall waiting for those surprise rain showers which filled our backyard well, making it the perfect pond for paper boat racing. Evenings were badminton and cricket matches, cycling, hide-n-seek and occasionally, hop scotch. Indoor games were cards and caroms and best of all pop quizzes on fun topics!
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We had a little nondescript library that was a treasure house of books and my own special collection with my favorites. I immersed myself in Enid Blytons and Amar Chitra kathas; stories which on some days carried me up to the clouds of the whimsical Magic Faraway Tree or sometimes underground to the gloomy world of the Asuras. Mangoes were a delectable summer treat, sometimes freshly picked from our trees as the best dessert ever; not to forget the tangy mango pickles made with secret family recipes. A quick trip to a hill station to beat the summer heat or a visit to cousins in neighboring states via the great Indian Railways was a special addition to the summer. Summer holidays with its free play and unlimited time were also moments which sparked creativity and inspired imagination. While my sister displayed her creative imagery in paintings, I discovered the joys of writing! The lack of a fixed schedule or structured activities were what made the summers so special. From experimenting with magic tricks, to having craft shows exhibiting our artistic creations, to even beauty pageants with multiple rounds, summers were the best time to find new, unexplored avenues for fun and continuous engagement. Another family favorite which added to the glorious summer memories was sitting around my grandmother, an enchanting storyteller and listening to her words of wisdom, real-life stories and family anecdotes. We had no internet, videogames or mobile phones, but time flew past and we spent boundless hours in fun, entertaining ways. We found happiness in the moment by allowing life to unfold without scheduling it on a calendar or waiting for the alarm clock to ring. There is an unparalleled joy that comes with selfdiscovery, observation, creative self-expression and connecting with nature. It’s these simple pleasures of life and the little moments of unplanned delight which become treasured memories. What is your best memory of your summer vacation in India?
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aapsee Pannu, who has been performing intense characters in films including ‘Mulk’, ‘Badla’ and the latest ‘Game Over’, said such roles take a toll on her mind and change her mental fabric a little bit. “I really had to psyche myself out to understand the character who has gone through a dark incident and how her body and mind reacts after one year. She is traumatized. It was quite exhausting emotionally and playing such roles surely takes a toll on me,” Taapsee said. Directed by Ashwin Saravanan and produced by Reliance Entertainment, the film has released in three languages, Tamil, Telugu and Hindi. This is the first time Taapsee has played a character in which she is wheelchair-bound for a substantial part of the story. Recounting the experience of her films ‘Pink’ and ‘Badla’, in which she shared screen space with megastar Amitabh Bachchan, Taapsee said, “In ‘Badla’ also I had a very different character to play. Perhaps that is why after every film, my mental fabric changes a bit. I think it is only natural. Usually, I shoot most of my films at one stretch and that is why for that time being, I become someone closer to my character, even in real life. That is why actors like us are little different, our approach towards reality is different from others. Since we are making the world believe that a character exists, which is actually fictional, our mental fabric is different.” Taapsee started her career in the movies with Telugu films and also worked in Tamil films.
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lia Bhatt has impressed one and all with her acting prowess and is also known for her fashion statements. Alia’s stunning appearances are also loved by all and the actress has something special to share about her fashion choices, dressing up and not being under pressure to always look perfect. Talking about the same, the actress said, “It is overwhelming only if you let it become so. I don’t consider dressing up as overwhelming, as I do it as much for myself. In fact, I enjoy it. Some days, I don’t dress up as I don’t feel like it, and it is fine. It’s just a picture after all; it is not the end of the world. I get overwhelmed only when my film is about to release as you are reminded of all the effort that went into making it. But it’s also funny how the minute the film releases, all the anxiety goes away. Then I just say… whatever has to happen, will happen.” DFW | July 2019 VOL 6 | 38
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The month will begin with happiness. Assignments taken up will be completed successfully. Ensure that misunderstandings Do not arise in family in the latter half of the month. Stomach related issues are likely to arise.
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Betrayal by closed one hurts the most. You are likely to experience this. The situation will change in the latter half. Women will get an opportunity to work in the field of their choice.
Clever coordination of determination, hard work and creativity will keep the growth ascending. Things will happen as desired. New opportunities will come in profession. Be more alert in the latter half of the month.
Do not run away from duties. Actions should be preferred than euphoria. Changes in business/job will be successful. Do not ignore health. Avoid financial dealing among friends.
Planetary position is largely favorable. Self-confidence will sail you to new heights. There will be respect in the society. New avenues for earning will open. Family life will be pleasurable. Vehicle purchase is likely.
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Do not be happy with minor successes. Carry out real estate deals within the legal framework. Perturbation seem likely due to some unpleasant incidents at home.
Possible misunderstandings could be avoided if the situation is handled with patience. Put important tasks for the latter half of the month. Business travel is likely. Do not be trapped in the temptation of investments.
You need to be highly cautious while choosing friends. Latter half is favorable in your profession. You will earn respect in profession. Friends will be cooperative as expected.
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Handle misunderstandings cleverly. Work load will increase. Ill health of a family member will keep you on toes. Avoid debts. Abide by the rules and laws.
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Meanwhile, his family business of Perfect Tax was growing at a very fast pace. He recognized that saving and Tax planning were very important first steps to creating wealth, but ultimate wealth creation required right kind of investments in Mutual Funds, Stocks, Bonds etc. He however, lost a lot of money in stocks at the economic recession of 2008.Therefore, at a very young age he realized that he would not like to invest in something that someone else managed. They might not have the moral or ethical standards of operating the business as him nor the intellect. So, he started looking for avenues to grow his wealth. His experience in corporates like Chase & CBRE taught him that real estate was a very stable business. One could have an asset as a support backbone even after retirement. It could help to get some rental income or sell it at an appreciated value, if done right. In 2010, he also realized the second bigger wealth creation project would be to sell investments that make money for investors, because in this kind, transaction volumes are large.
Poorvesh Thakkar CEO Thakkar Developers
The Young 38 years old CEO of Thakkar Developers, Poorvesh Thakkar says, he had a very humble beginning. Twenty-five years ago, he moved to North Dallas from India and started his life with odd jobs at grocery stores. But he soon moved to white collar jobs and his quest to learn and explore got him lots of experience with many fortune-500 companies like Microsoft, Brinks, JP Morgan chase, Baylor, Sears, ATNT and First American Title. Now he is a well-rounded man with a lot of knowledge and experience. After pursuing his degree in Bachelor of Science and MIS, a dual degree in business and computer science, there was no looking back. His career took off in IT and soon he was a Sr. IT Manager and Software Architect. He had a life changing experience 15 years back when he got into meditation. With his personal journey his pursuit was also to help others. That is when he started looking for opportunities that could create wealth for him and others around him.
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With this belief in mind, the big task now was to influence his family with his idea. His elder brother Sam Thakkar the mastermind behind the many folds growth of Perfect Tax was a tough cookie to convince. He is a thorough businessman who gauges opportunities very quickly but needs statistics and proof to invest in an unknown territory. Poorvesh Thakkar with his solid research and confidence in the project soon kicked this off. He started small and within four years with smaller project successes had a billion-dollar invested in real estate. He says “Our family initial goal was just to work hard, and we did not take lots of investors’ money. We wanted to see if the project was successful before putting other people money”. Today after huge projects in North Dallas, Thakkar Developers are expanding to Atlanta, Columbus LA, San Francisco & Philadelphia. He has high regards for the Perfect tax team. Services are difficult to sell than products and they do a brilliant job selling services. Thakkar developers are doing the same with larger volumes in mutual funds and real estate. Poorvesh is a family man. He is proud of his strong family background. He feels friendship is what he always seeks for, whether be in his investors, clients, team members, family or employees. The foundation of friendship is where both parties enjoy and benefit from each other. He says “I never put boundaries to my dreams and what I can achieve. Sky is the limit! He is also very thankful to the community members who have always supported him. We are very proud of this happy and positive man Poorvesh Thakkar for being a friend who associates with community members to grow them in his journey of growth. Written by Navneeta Khemka
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