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The father-son duo Jackie Shroff and Tiger Shroff are finally coming together for a film. The actors will be a part of the third installment of Baaghi. Jackie Shroff will be playing father to both Tiger and Riteish Deshmukh’s character in the film as the two are brothers. Jackie has already started filming for the part in Mumbai. “Everyone has been waiting to see Tiger team up with his Hero father Jackie since we launched him,” said Sajid Nadiadwala Sajid also added that Jackie and Tiger have been very clear since the beginning that they would only share screen space if the script merited it. And finally, it seems like, they’ve found one that does. Baaghi 3, directed by Ahmed Khan also stars Shraddha Kapoor and Ankita Lokhande. This film marks Shraddha’s return to the franchise after she starred in Baaghi in 2016. “I’m super excited to be back with the Baaghi family. I had such a memorable time being a part of Baaghi and this is my third film with Sajid sir, second with Tiger and first with Ahmed sir. The script is amazing and I’m excited to be a part of this movie,” she said in a statement.
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SUNNY Actress Sunny Leone says, “I am pretty sure that most of the things I do are against social norms whether it’s on purpose or not. So I just go by what I feel is ideal for me and my family and what I believe in.” The former adult film star is now one of the popular Bollywood actresses. She is also a mother now. She is now hosting a podcast on a music app. “I believe that a lot of the stories are the stories that are very common among different people, but we don’t always talk about it, so if they hear these stories from me and some of the callers, maybe then they will be open to talking about it,” she said. The ‘Jism 2’ actress also shared that she has always been judged. “Judging someone is easy, even if you may not have walked in their shoes, or don’t know the whole story. This fear of judgment leads most of us to brush our dark secrets under the carpet and suffer in isolation,” she said. “This podcast is about sharing this emotional burden that often seems too ugly to embrace,” she added.
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Farhan Akhtar has been the talk of the town ever since his movie ‘Toofan’ was announced where he will be playing the role of a boxer. In a recent interview, Farhan opened up about his fitness regime and his time working with Darrell Foster for ‘Toofan’. He shared how it was different shooting for Toofan compared to Bhaag Milkha Bhaag and said, “Running is not an alien concept. Everyone can run, some faster than the others, but you always have a general knowledge. Boxing is something I had to learn from scratch because I had never done it before. I am loving every bit of it.” The actor was all praise for his trainer Darrell, “Darrell has been boxing since the age of 10. Now at 61, he is fitter than most teenagers I’ve seen.” He further added, “While shooting, if I’d cover my face completely in a boxing stance, the audience will not be able to see me. At the same time, I can’t lower my arms such that I look like I’m waiting to get hit. That’s the kind of gap that Darrell bridged. He also designed most of the choreography. He’s a taskmaster, but he also looks out for you, as well as the rest of the boxer’s onset; constantly ensuring they’re all doing okay.” Earlier, the makers of ‘Toofan’ released a still from the movie of Farhan all decked up and dressed in blue boxing gear. The picture created a massive storm across all media. ‘Toofan` is an Excel Entertainment production in association with ROMP pictures and will be hitting the screens on 2nd October 2020.
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Saif Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s son, Taimur Ali Khan is one of Bollywood’s most loved star kids. The cutie, who is already a little superstar in his own right, has fans and the paparazzi following his every move. We have all seen his cute and cuddly side and of late, also got a glimpse of his angry side, especially while dealing with the paparazzi. In a recent candid chat, Saif spoke about his son’s latest antics and his blackmailing tactics. While stating that he is the strict parent and wife Kareena is who spoils Taimur, he said that the three-year-old is now bullying everyone around the house. He said that the little guy is “very sweet” and says “I love you and my family”, but he also revealed that Tim can’t take no for an answer. Narrating an incident he said that when someone said no to him for the first time, Taimur said things like “I don’t like you, I will kick you, I will headbang you.” In previous interviews, Saif mentioned that all the pampering will only last for a few more years as he has decided to send the cutie off to boarding school for him to have a “normal” childhood.
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Deepika Padukone is on a career-high, after her recent release, Chhapaak, was appreciated by the critics and the audience, alike. In fact, the movie, in which the actress plays an acidattack survivor, is being hailed as her finest performance till date. She will also be seen in Kabir Khan’s 83 this year. The film is based on India’s firstever cricket World Cup win, and it will see her play Romi, Kapil Dev’s wife. Interestingly, Ranveer Singh, her reallife husband, will be seen portraying
Deepika Kapil. And now, Deepika has announced her next project. The remake of the eponymous Hollywood hit The Intern. The film will star Rishi Kapoor along with Deepika. In a recent interview, the actress talked about her journey in the industry so far. She said, “I feel gratitude. Nothing fell into my lap, I have worked very hard to reach where I am, and to be a part of the kind of films that I get to do today. I tried to grow, evolve and learn constantly. I also used the criticism that came my way, constructively. And, I am thankful for the goodwill and support that I got.”
Abhishek Bachchan got fans giddy with excitement when he announced the start of his highly anticipated film Bob Biswas, produced by Shah Rukh Khan. The actor even went on to give fans a sneak peek of his character as he got ready to film the first scene. Joining him on the sets in Kolkata is actress Chitrangda Singh, who will be seen in a leading role. While Abhishek will be playing the character of the ruthless assassin, details about Chitrangda’s character are still under wraps. Speaking about her excitement about starring in the highly anticipated project, Chitrangda said, “I’m thrilled to be part of Bob Biswas the film... and (to be) working with everyone involved with the project makes it even more special for me.” The film is being directed by Sujoy Ghosh’s elder daughter Diya Annapurna Ghosh and will be set in Kolkata. Meanwhile, Chitrangda also recently announced that she will be turning producer for Soorma 2, a sequel to the hugely successful sports flick that starred Diljit Dosanjh and Taapsee Pannu.
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Janhvi Kapoor is a true Dhadak and the beautiful daughter of her father, Boney Kapoor who is a producer, and late mother, Sridevi, one of the first female superstars. The film eternity and the bollywood audiences have welcomed this star kid with open arms. Her first film Dhadak has already won hearts and, we look forward to some great work like her mom. Those are some tough shoes to fit in though. However, we do see that Janhvi has a mind of her own and wants to create her own identity. She is already a part of some great projects.
Janhvi Kapoor - The Star Kid With her filmy startlet heritage one might think a profession in the film industry would be the ideal way to go for Janhvi. Contrary to common belief, the diva said in an interview that there were “a lot of sounds” when she opened up to her parents about wanting to be an actress. Janhvi reportedly said that her mother wanted her to become a doctor. Reasoning that she didn’t think she had the intellect to be a doctor, the actress fondly remembered having the career conversation with her mother. She even went on to reveal that it was her “chilled out” dad, who eased Sridevi into the idea of Janhvi becoming a film star. Janhvi made her acting debut in 2018 with the Shashank Khaitan-directed romance Dhadak, co-starring Ishaan Khatter. A Hindi-language remake of the 2016 Marathi film Sairat. The film did a worldwide collection of 1.1 billion, and proved to be a commercial success She won the Zee Cine Award for Best Female Debut. In the same year, the cosmetics brand Nykaa selected her to be their brand ambassador
be proud of their own journey. They don’t need to follow anyone because no two things can ever be the same.”
Asked Janhvi who is the most beautiful girl among Sara Ali Khan, Khushi Kapoor, Ananya Pandey, Alanna Pandey, Suhana Khan and Tara Sutaria as all of them are in the same age group of Janhvi, she said: “I think all these girls are really beautiful and they all have their own individuality. They must be At the event when asked what having lots of positives which message she would like to give other people might not have to young girls of the country so, we should celebrate that.” who wants to achieve their dreams, she said: Janhvi seems very grounded Every woman has a whenever we have seen during promotions different journey her and they should or talking to the press.
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Now the actress will be seen essaying the role of India’s first ever female combat aviator on celluloid. Jhanvi will play Gunjan Saxena, who was posted in Kargil during the 1999 war. It seems like the lady has kickstarted the Gunjan Saxena biopic before Karan Johar’s ‘Takht’. Other projects on hand are a double role in Hardik Mehta directed Roohi Afzana and Karan Johar’s Production of Dostana 2.
Mother-Daughter Relation with the shooting of ‘Dhadak’.
Janhvi Kapoor watched only five movies of mother Sridevi uring an interview Janhvi spoke about how she is not worried about being compared to her mom Sridevi. While speaking about the same she said that she is not even thinking about the comparisons. Janhvi added that she has never followed her mothers acting style nor she ever tried to stay away from it during her film ‘Dhadak’. She revealed that she has seen only five movies of her mother.
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Getting all the attention due to Sridevi, Boney Kapoor and ‘Dhadak’, admits Janhvi Kapoor eing a star kid, Janhvi Kapoor is used to all the glitz and glamour from a very young age. However, the ‘Dhadak’ actress does not feel that she is a celebrity yet. In fact, she admits that all the attention she gets is just because of her star parents and the hype that was created around ‘Dhadak’.
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ridevi breathed her last in Dubai due to accidental drowning in her hotel room’s bathtub, after suffering a dizzying spell. The actress had gone to Dubai to attend the wedding of Mohit Marwah and Antra Motiwala with Boney Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor. Janhvi Kapoor was not part of the wedding as was busy
anhvi spoke about how she is yet to accept living her life without Sridevi. She said “No. I haven’t got around the acceptance stage yet. It’s just that there hasn’t been time, or I haven’t allowed myself the time to come to terms with everything. There’s a stage of denial that we’re all going through. I wanted to shoot the next day (after the cremation). But the shoot got cancelled. I was like, No, I must go back, I need to be on the set.”
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HERE ARE 5 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT ARUSHI SHARMA FROM LOVE AAJ KAL 1. She is an engineer turned actor, much like her co-actor Kartik Aaryan.
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2. Love Aaj Kal isn’t her first film. Arushi has done a small part in Imtiaz Ali’s Tamasha that released in the year 2015.
that hit the theaters this Valentine’s Day. The movie is a sequel to his own 2009 hit with the same name, starring Saif Ali Khan and Deepika Padukone. The 2020 rendition of the film stars Kartik Aaryan and Sara Ali Khan in the lead roles. The romantic drama depicts love and complexities set in two different times. While both Kartik and Sara looked amazing what also caught our attention was the new girl, Arushi who makes her debut as a heroine with the film. Here are some facts we learnt about her.
3. The actress had expressed her will to act in the movies to Imtiaz right after her cameo in Tamasha. Arushi in an interview said, “I went up to him (Imtiaz Ali) and told him I would love to do movies.”
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4. She created her audition tapes and sent out to casting directors while working a nine-to-five job in Gurgaon. 5. She has also featured in a small video called the 60 Second Conversations.
Disha Patani is known to be a rather reserved person. It’s not easy that Disha opens up about her personal life. With Malang coming up in a week from now, we decided to quiz the actress more about what she thinks about the matters of the heart. When asked to define love Disha says, “It’s very important and also a driving force. Everything you do in life is either for love or because of love. How can you even live without love?” She further adds, “I have fallen in love at first sight too. For me, it’s very important to fall in love. I love those feeling of those butterflies on the first day. If I don’t feel it on the first day, I feel it’s not there. The only time I feel like a girl is when I’m in a relationship. I’m looking for someone who makes me feel like a girl.” She’s a romantic at heart, she admits. “The smallest things matter to me. I love a small letter. All that I really like. I remember I made a proper film with music and memories of me and someone I was with. I made it on Movie Maker with a Humraah kind of a song.”
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Dealing with heartbreak too is difficult. Disha shares, “I was a big mess after my heartbreak. I’m a Gemini so we are never in between. We are either there or not there. But I guess the positive thing is once you are out, you’re out and there’s no turning back. There are no feelings that stay back.” Disha is rumored to be dating Tiger Shroff but the two have always maintained silence on the topic.
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WHAT IS A GIFT TAX AND HOW IS IT TREATED? A gift must be quite substantial before the IRS takes notice. In 2018, a gift of $15,000 or less in a calendar year doesn’t even count. The Mom and Dad can gift their child $15,000 each without any issues or worries and the inVaishali Thakkar laws can gift the couple an additional CEO Perfect Tax $15000 each. So the effective annual & Finance limit for a couple is $60000. Splitting these gifts up is an effective way to avoid paying gift tax. There are some gifts that don’t count or considered to be gifts, no matter what the amount. It is not a gift if it’s given to a husband or wife who is a U.S. citizen. Special rules apply to spouses who are not U.S. citizens though or if it’s paid directly to an educational or medical institution for someone’s medical bills or tuition expenses. (It doesn’t have to be a child, or even a relative, for this exception.) If someone gives you more than the annual gift tax exclusion amount ($15,000 in 2018), the giver must file a gift tax return. That still doesn’t mean they owe gift tax. Each year, the amount a person gives other people over the annual exclusion accumulates until it reaches the lifetime gift tax exclusion. As of 2018, a taxpayer does not pay gift tax until they have given away over $11.2 million in their lifetime ($5.49 million in 2017).
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After playing the role of Shooter Dadi Prakashi Tomar in Saand Ki Aankh, Taapsee Pannu is set to get back on the big screen as Mithali Raj, former captain of the Indian women’s national cricket team, in Shabaash Mithu. Shabaash Mithu is the biopic of Mithali Raj. The makers of the film recently released Taapsee’s first look from the film. In the poster, Taapsee is seen wearing the blue jersey with a bat in her hand, aiming to take a shot. The film is directed by Rahul Dholakia and written by Priya Aven. Mithali is regarded as one of the greatest batswomen in the world. She is the only female cricketer to surpass the 6,000-run mark in ODIs. She is also the only player to lead the Indian Women’s Cricket team in two World Cups, in the years 2005 and 2017.She announced her retirement from cricket in 2019, after completing 20 years in the game. Shabaash Mithu will release on February 5, 2021.
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Ranveer Singh and Yash Raj Films are coming together on what he has called ‘a miracle script’ penned by debutant writer-director Divyang Thakkar. After Boman Irani, who is set to play Ranveer’s father in the film, veteran actress Ratna Pathak Shah has been roped for the role of his mother in Jayeshbhai Jordaar. Divyang Thakkar was one of the proteges of Ratna Pathak Shah in theatre and was keen on bringing her on board for the film. Ratna said that a young actor approached her a few months ago with a script. She said that actors making movies can be tricky so she began reading the script and was thoroughly entertained by the end of it. She said that the story not only had a message but also has a heart.
She made her Bollywood debut with Saif Ali Khan starrer Jawaani Jaaneman. Alaya F, who entered the B-Town with a Nitin Kakkar directorial is celebrated actress Pooja Bedi’s daughter. The newbie has been stormed by the nepotism debate and has been sailing smoothly with her wise responses. Considering she hails from a film family, not to forget, her grandfather is veteran actor Kabir Bedi, we asked her to name the star kids she has been good friends with. She says, “We all are sort of in the same circle. We keep exchanging pleasantries whenever we bump into at parties. However, most of my very, very close friends, the ones who I have been friends with since I was a kid are the people who are not in the public eye. I feel it is very important to have friends who are not from the industry because it gives you a good sense of balance. You are living in this world, and then you are still in that world if you have friends from the same field. For me, I like coming back to a different world as I spend time with them. My friends are engineers and from other such streams. They help me keep grounded.”
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HEALTH
30 Simple Health Tips to Try Each Day of March UNLIKE “NATIONAL Pancake Month” or “National Whipped Cream Month,” National Nutrition Month is a yearly occasion that you can and should celebrate for 30 days straight. In fact, why stop at the end of March? I hope that, once you try the following tips, you’ll want to continue practicing them all year through. Here’s how it works: Try one tip each day, starting today. (You can change the order, but be sure you try each one.) Then, repeat.
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CUT PORTIONS - If you think leaving just a little something on your plate won’t matter, think again. It will. Small amounts of uneaten food add up to calories that stay on the plate – not on you. 2. SIP WHILE YOU SIT - Bring a cup or bottle of water with you whenever you sit (at your desk, in the car or in front of the TV, for example). Although moving is better than sitting, at least you’ll be performing a healthy habit when at rest. 3. MAKE A MOVE -Take the stairs, park a few blocks away or otherwise become inefficient and take extra steps to get where you need to go. 4. HAVE A VEGETABLE AT BREAKFAST - Most people save their veggies for dinner, but it’s healthful to think outside the cereal bowl and veg out at breakfast. For example, add a sliced tomato to your cheese sandwich or some mushrooms to your eggs. 5. FIND FIBER -Whether it’s a bran cereal, nuts, oatmeal or an array of other fiber-filled foods, added fiber can make you feel fuller longer and provide a, well, moving experience. 6. FLIP THE PACKAGE OVER - Read nutrition labels to see what’s really in your food. Don’t be fooled by a flashy front-of-package claim. 7. DON’T FEAR FAT – but don’t go overboard - Fat has more calories than other nutrients, but it has multiple benefits. If you watch your portions, you can enjoy its decadence. 8. DON’T HAVE GUILT AS A SIDE DISH - If you overindulge at a meal, move on. 9. BE MINDFUL - Unless you’re driving, close your eyes when you eat. Notice the food’s texture, temperature and flavor. 10. PICK PLANTS - Protein derived from plant sources such as seeds, nuts, tofu and tempeh, as well as from grains, can help lower cholesterol, improve your heart health and add a satiating blend of flavors to extend Meatless Monday to the rest of the week. 11. TAP INTO YOUR DARK SIDE - Dark chocolate has been shown to have heart-healthy benefits and it can certainly boost your mood. Be mindful of portions, though, to help keep yourself feeling happy. 12. EAT SOMETHING FISHY - Enjoy fish as a dish at least three times a week. It’s heart-healthy, low in fat and contains beneficial omega-3 fatty acids.
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13. TAKE TIME FOR TEA - Tea contains polyphenols, it’s good for your bones and it provides a soothing cup of comfort in any season. 14. COOK WITH YOUR KIDS - Don’t think of this interaction as cooking lessons. Rather, realize that teaching your kids to put together a meal is a lesson they can use for the rest of their lives. 15. SHAKE THE SALTING HABIT - Replace salt with lemon, herbs and spices. 16. EAT WHEN YOU EAT - Try not to do simultaneous activities such as typing, watching TV or driving when you eat. You’ll appreciate each bite even more. 17. SLEEP MORE, WEIGH LESS - The more hours you’re awake, the more time you have to nosh. Lack of zzz’s can also mess with your hormone levels. 18. BE GOOD TO YOUR GUT - Include Greek yogurt, sauerkraut, kefir or foods high in fiber in your diet. 19. MAKE HEALTHY SWAPS - For instance, try mashed avocado instead of butter or use whole-wheat pastry flour in place of white, refined types. 20. GO NUTS- Nuts add crunch and decadent flavor to salads, veggie dishes, yogurt and even sandwiches via nut butters. Nuts can help reduce cholesterol levels and stabilize blood glucose levels. 21. INDULGE WITHOUT BULGE - Comfort foods in the right amounts and at the right times will provide what you’re looking for – comfort. Excessive amounts could lead to discomfort and unnecessary weight gain. Avoid portion distortion. 22. C HILL OUT - Frozen foods, particularly fruits and veggies, can be just as nutritious as fresh produce and, in some cases, they may be even better. 23. HAVE A SUPERFOOD - Most superfoods can be found in the produce aisle – they’re not fancy and they don’t even wear food labels. Add a fruit or veggie to each meal. 24. SHARE A MEAL - Try ordering your own appetizer but split the main dish with a friend. 25. GET BIG ON BEANS - Beans are the most undervalued food in the supermarket. They are inexpensive, easy to store, rich in protein and fiber, and taste so good. Add some to your soup tonight. 26. DO SOMETHING - Don’t call it exercise – call it fun. Dance, ride a bike, take the dog for a long walk or just climb the steps in your home or apartment. 27. COOK SOMEONE A MEAL - There’s no better way to show you care than to make the effort to cook for somebody you care about. 28. KEEP A FOOD DIARY - Most people don’t realize how much they really consume in a day. If you write it down, the amount you eat may surprise you. 29. MAKE SNACKS COUNT - Be sure your snack consists of protein, whole grains and healthy fat for the trifecta that will keep you feeling fuller longer. 30. BE KIND TO YOURSELF - If you’re not having a great day, don’t “reward” yourself with food – the wrong foods in the wrong amounts may become punishments instead of rewards. Take a bath, write a letter, surround yourself with true friends or buy yourself something that will make you smile. You deserve to have a wonderful month – and a fabulous rest of the year.
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3 Bollywood Celebrities Who Hail From Royal Families Bollywood abounds a number of celebrities who are not less than royalty in any manner. But if you are truly one of the biggest Hindi film enthusiasts, then you must be familiar with the names of those Bollywood celebs that are really related to some royal family in some way or the other. In case, you don’t know much about the connection of our stars to royal families, then you should not miss our list on 3 Bollywood Celebrities who hail from Royal Families!
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aif Ali Khan is ranked fourth in Bollywood in terms of earning money after Aamir Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Salman Khan. The name of his father is Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, who is former captain of Indian Cricket Team. In addition, his father hailed from the respected royal family of Pataudis and renowned film actress, Sharmila Tagore. Saif Ali Khan was born on 16 August 1970 in New Delhi Mansoor Ali Khan remained Nawab of Pataudi from the year 1952–71. After his death, a pagri ceremony was held in the village of Pataudi, Haryana, in order to crown Saif as the tenth Nawab of Pataudi.
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iya Sen, renowned model and actress, hails from a family that has remained associated with films for many generations. Raima Sen, her elder sister, Moon Moon Sen, her mother, and Suchitra Sen, her grandmother, are actresses Bharat Dev Varma is her father, and she is related to a royal family of Tripura from her father’s side. She was born on 24 January 1981 in Kolkata, West Bengal. Ila Devi, her paternal grandmother, was the princess of Cooch Behar, whose younger sister Gayatri Devi was the Maharani of Jaipur. Indira, her paternal great-grandmother, was the only daughter of MaharajaSayajirao Gaekwad III of Baroda.
diti Rao Hydari, an actress of the Indian film industry, resembles the women of the royal family. Hydari is no doubt one of the prettiest actresses of Indian cinema. She has pleased the audience with her charisma in Malayalam, Tamil and Hindi films. It may be interesting to you that the stunning and charismatic actress belongs to not one but two royal families from her maternal as well as the paternal side. Aditi was born on 28 October into two royal families. She is the granddaughter of Akbar Hydari and the grandniece of Muhammad Saleh Akbar Hydari, who is former Governor of Assam.
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angana Ranaut looks courageous and commanding as an Indian Air Force pilotA couple of weeks ago Kangana Ranaut had announced that she will be portraying the role of Indian Air Force (IAF) pilot in the film titled ‘Tejas’. Now, the makers of the film have unveiled the first look of the actress. ‘Tejas’ is the story of a daring fighter pilot, played by Kangana. The Indian Air Force was the first of the country’s defence forces to induct women into combat roles in 2016. The film takes inspiration from this landmark event.
In the photo, the actress is seen walking in style and looks stunning in IAF uniform with a fighter plane in the backdrop. Talking about the film, Kangana told Mumbai Mirror, “Very often, the sacrifices made by our brave women in uniform go unnoticed by the nation. Tejas is a film where I have the honour of playing the role of one such Air Force pilot who puts country before self. I hope we instil a sense of patriotism and pride in the youth of today with this movie. I’m looking forward to the journey with Sarvesh and Ronnie on this one.” Integrity, courage and honour are the three pillars on which the story of Tejas is based. The script is crafted to make audiences feel the adrenaline rush that India’s brave soldiers experience daily, without once thinking of personal gain or needs. Following one of its core themes, Tejas brings an exhilarating account of what women can achieve when given a chance. Written and to be directed by Sarvesh Mewara, this is RSVP’s second film after Uri: The Surgical Strike that salutes the forces and aims to inspire the country at large. DesiPages
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DISHA PATANI REVEALS HOW A BREAK UP MADE HER A ‘MESS’
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She’s a romantic at heart, she admits. “The smallest things matter to me. I love a small letter. All that I really like. I remember I made a proper film with music and memories of me and someone I was with. I made it on Movie Maker with a Humraah kind of a song.” Dealing with heartbreak too is difficult. Disha shares, “I was a big mess after my heartbreak. I’m a Gemini so we are never in between. We are either there or not there. But I guess the positive thing is once you are out, you’re out and there’s no turning back. There are no feelings that stay back.” Disha is rumored to be dating Tiger Shroff but the two have always maintained silence on the topic. DFW | March 2020 VOL 14 | 30
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STARS REVEAL Kareena Kapoor Khan
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Kareena Kapoor Khan is undoubtedly a doting mother to Bollywood’s favorite celeb kid- Taimur Ali Khan. Taimur is an internet sensation and paps love to click his pictures whenever he steps out from his house. The actress is often busy with her work commitments so she travels around the globe and Tim Tim always accompanies her. In a recent interview with a leading daily, Bebo opened up about balancing work and spending time with Taimur.
Actor Aparshakti Khurana said he had a great time shooting for his quirky next release, Helmet. The film, co-starring Pranutam Bahl, is his first outing as a solo lead actor
She reportedly said that she learns something new every day from her son. She feels that motherhood doesn’t have a set formula. Bebo revealed that she and hubby Saif Ali Khan are often busy with work and in those times, Tim understands that his parents are working. Kareena often takes Taimur on sets when Saif is working as she hates to leave him alone. Bebo hopes that her son grows up to be an intelligent boy. She also talked about Taimur traveling with her and Saif. She reportedly said Taimur travels around all over India and the world with them and he has become quite the globetrotter. She feels he is going up to be a smart, intelligent, bright boy and they are trying to do our best as parents. Meanwhile, on the work front, Kareena was last seen in Raj Mehta’s Good Newwz. The film also featured Akshay Kumar. Diljit Dosanjh and Kiara Advani. She will be seen next in Karan Johar’s Takht with Bhumi Pednekar, Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal, Anil Kapoor, and Janhvi.
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“I think these all are wishes of my family, colleagues and the audience that all these things are happening to me. If Helmet connects with the audience then people might think about whether I should play lead roles or not. If it does not connect, then people will say that it was too early for me to do a lead-hero film and I should have done two to three films in supporting roles. So, it’s all very situational. Having said that, I had a great time shooting for Helmet. Whatever I have seen and heard about it, it’s all going great,” said the actor. Aparshakti has carved his niche as a fine actor and comedian with some interesting character roles and was recently seen in the dance hit, Street Dancer 3D. “This is the first time, I played an emotional character. I have always played comic characters in films. When I used to do theatre, I used to do a lot of dark and intense roles but when I started working in films, I continuously have been doing comic characters and that was a bit weird. I had fun while playing an emotional character in this film and I feel glad that it connected with the audience,” he said. Helmet, his first outing as a leading man, is directed by Satram Ramani.
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TIG E R S H R O F F CARRYING REAL WEAPONS FOR
BAAGHI 3 Playing that one man who fights with an entire nation in Baaghi 3 was quite taxing for Tiger Shroff. The actor who shot in Serbia amid a frosty cold weather and shot some really gruelling sequences wrote a note on social media after returning to Mumbai. “Glad came out of those 40 days in one piece,” it read. That gives you an idea of how difficult it must have got. And why not, when you need to keep so fit that the veins of your body show and your body fat percentage is below 6, even with limited chances to work out! We earlier told you how he managed to do that. Rather than depending on visual effects, all the action sequences were shot live. While speaking to a leading daily, the actor revealed that he ran through real explosions while real tankers were targeted at him, and the weapons that he carried were real too. The actor shared that it wasn’t easy carrying guns weighing 5-10 kgs in both hands. But given that director Ahmed Khan and the entire team put their best efforts, and he had to pull off as well. The film, also starring Shraddha Kapoor, Ankita Lokhande and Riteish Deshmukh, releases on 6th March 2020.
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FILMFARE Outstanding Red Carpet Looks
On February 15th 2020 Saturday night, the biggies of Bollywood headed to Guwahati in Assam for the 65th Filmfare Awards. For or the first time ever, the awards was held outside Mumbai in Guwahati. Even though Filmfare Awards are a celebration of the movies that created an impact in the previous year, it is not devoid of glitz and glamour. The event is equally famous for its fashion moments as Bollywood stars strut the red carpet in their finest and boldest, and many stars have made their presence felt in their fashionable best. While some celebs kept things little low-profile, many others made bold statements on the red carpet that had the stamp of approval by the fashion folk. Through this DesiPages Fashion article let us see some of the glamorous looks in 2020. You can compare it to 2019 Filmfare awards against our February edition Fashion Article.
Alia Bhatt Gully Boy’ star Alia Bhatt took home the Best Actress trophy at Filmfare for her role as the feisty Safeena. A far cry from her look in the film, she wore a strapless, pink and yellow flowy, thigh slit gown by designer Georges Hobeika. . She carried no accessories with her gorgeous look. Her hair was gelled back and she sported minimal dewy make-up. She wore strappy silver stilettoes.
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AWARDS ANANYA PANDAY She looked pretty in a black bustier and a layered yellow skirt with diamante embellishments and bows on the sleeves. Her fluorescent green tulle skirt was huge and looked great on her petite, slender frame. Her outfit was by designer Dylan Parienty. ‘Pati Patni Aur Woh’ star Ananya Panday was all smiles as she bagged the Best Debut award for ‘Student of the Year 2’.
Taapsee Taapsee Pannu’s outfit was a total scene-stealer. She arrived at the red carpet in a stunning single shoulder butterfly inspired gown of black and shades of orange, red and pink. The color detailing was beautiful. The Best Actress Critics sported a high ponytail and dramatic eye make-up. For accessories, she wore long black earrings. She looked absolutely stunning.
Mouni Mouni Roy was a vision in white! shoulder white sequins gown for carpet. Her hair was done wavy sides. Mouni’s makeup was kept
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bollywood BHUMI PEDNEKAR Bhumi Pednekar bagged the critics Best Actress award for ‘Saand Ki Aankh’, which she shared with her co-star Taapsee Pannu. She looked the part of a princess in a fit and flare red gown, with a slit, which she topped off with a little red bow.
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Ranveer Singh looked dapper as ever in a gorgeous black suit with structured and embellished shoulder pads and totally rocked the look. He wore a suit designed by Kaushik Velendra and received his trophy from veteran star Madhuri Dixit-Nene. Who also looked ethereal as always in a pale peachish-pink gown.
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Pooja Hedge, who flew down to Guwahati on a special flight with stylist Manish Malhotra, wore a shimmery white gown on the Filmfare Awards red carpet.
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Urvashi Rautela wore a sizzling red tulle gown with a shimmery red strapless corset, and looked good, which was a surprise.
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travel BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA A cosmopolitan blend of European grandeur and Latin flair, Buenos Aires is a vibrant and colourful city.
BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL IN MARCH 2020
Bookstores set in palatial theatres, salsa dancing in the streets and brightly painted neighbourhoods… These are just some of what makes Buenos Aires so beautiful.
If you’re starting to search for the best place to travel in March, there are some great options. It can still be cold in some countries, so a quick getaway and some sun is usually much needed. Looking for the best place to travel in March? We’ve got you covered. Here’s a list of some great winter travel destinations for travellers all over the world.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY The capital city of Hungary, Budapest is a fairytale city in Eastern Europe. The city itself is separated by the 19th-century Chain Bridge that connects the hilly Buda district with flat Pest – hence the name Budapest! It’s freezing here in March but sip on some hot chocolate for a great city break.
TULUM, MEXICO It may no longer be Mexico’s best-kept secret, but the jungle paradise that is Tulum is still one of the most beautiful winter sun destinations you’ll experience. The beach town has a laid-back vibe (think no streetlights and cash only bars) and the dazzling blue waters in the many cenotes dotted around the outskirts will leave you feeling restored.
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BRAZIL olourful and vivacious, there’s no disputing Brazil and its people know how to live life to the fullest, and nothing confirms that more than Rio Carnival. Thought to be the biggest on the planet, attracting millions of revellers every year, it’s a whirlwind of sequins, floats and a lotta, lotta fun. As you’re in Brazil anyway, you might as well see what else this South American giant has going for it. After visiting Sugarloaf Mountain and Cristo Redentor. Why not travel to Paraty? Meander down its cobbled streets, taking in the colonial architecture that makes it one of the Costa Verde’s most charming towns. Or catch the ferry to Ilha Grande and spend a day or two relaxing in sun, swimming and sailing your way around the island.
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MYANMAR rom the bustling streets of Yangon to the serenity of Inle Lake – it’s easy to see why diverse Myanmar is fast becoming one of the world’s most sought-after travel destinations. And as it happens, February has sightseeing-friendly temperatures and lower chances of monsoon-style downpours too. Not sure what this mysterious country has to offer? Allow us to give you a taster… Get ready to be blown away by sunsets over the temple-studded plains of Bagan and be wowed by the beauty of the golden Shwedagon Paya. Meet Buddhist monks on top of Mandalay Hill, stroll through vibrant green rice paddies in Shan State, sample deliciously spicy local cuisine and boat to the floating markets (to name but a few of Myanmar’s delights).
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SINGAPORE ot only is Singapore at its least rainy, least humid and mostly sunny in February, than at any other time of the year, but it also marks the celebration of Chinese (Lunar) New Year. Marina Bay becomes filled with stilt-walkers and lion dancers, and the streets are lined with brightly coloured paper lanterns. Whilst still being a fairly new nation, this hasn’t stopped Singapore establishing itself as a cultural icon that travellers flock to. Learn how this city-state came to be in the mind-blowing Singapore History Gallery at the national museum. Go for a treetop walk through Supertree Grove at Gardens by the Bay. Don’t forget to dig into a traditional Indian thali or indulge in a spot of latenight shopping at the 24-hour Mustafa Centre in Little India too.
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ZANZIBAR f it’s a bit of well-deserved R&R (rest and relaxation) you’re after, head for the sun, sea and sands of paradisiacal Zanzibar. In February the days are warm, and the water is at its clearest, making it the perfect spot for keen snorkelers and divers. Unearth pristine coral reefs that are home to hawksbill turtles, rays, parrotfish, cuttlefish and more. You may even be lucky enough to spot dolphins too. Diving, not your thing? Not a problem, there’s plenty more to explore on this Tanzanian archipelago. Take a trip to the heady Spice Islands, visiting the clove farms that reside here. Hike through the Ngezi Rainforest in search of vervet monkeys, or take a trip to the secluded village of Mkia Ya Ngombe for a glimpse of local life.
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MEXICO here’s no denying Mexico is massive! Its size means temperatures and weather vary across the country throughout the year, making it tricky to pinpoint the best time to travel. Whilst February marks the middle of winter here, it’s still mild and (more importantly) dry – perfect for taking in the sights and enjoying time on the beach. Aside from all the usual amazing highlights i.e. uncovering quaint San Cristobal de las Casas, heading to Mexico City’s museums and discovering its many Mayan ruins. February also offers the chance to witness two incredible wild events. The monarch butterfly migration as they make the journey to Canada, and the arrival of humpback, blue and grey whales for breeding off Mexico’s Pacific coast.
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BOLLYWOOD MOMS Bollywood actresses who played mothers onscreen but are not a parent in real life Bollywood actresses are breaking stereotypes and taking up some truly challenging roles. From Taapsee Pannu transforming into a much older avatar for ‘Saand Ki Aankh’ to actresses are no longer shy of playing a mother on the silver screen, despite not being a parent in real life. From Priyanka Chopra to Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif – here’s taking a look at Bollywood actresses who played mothers on the silver screen.
Priyanka Chopra Priyanka Chopra’s last release ‘The Sky is Pink’ saw the actress essay the role of a mother. She played a strong character as a mother of two. Priyanka played a protective parent to Aisha, who is suffering from a rare genetic disease. ‘The Sky is Pink’ hit the screens in 2019 and marked Priyanka’s return to Bollywood. For her comeback film, the actress chose to play a cheery parent on the silver screen.
Deepika Padukone Deepika Padukone essayed ‘Mastani’ in Sanjay Leela Bhansali directed ‘Bajirao Mastani’, wherein she romanced her husband Ranveer Singh on the silver screen. While Deepika and Ranveer are yet to go the family way in real life, the couple had a son in this period drama, by the name of Shamsher Bahadur. ‘Bajirao Mastani’ hit the screens in 2015 and received a massively positive response at the box office
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Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif starrer ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’ was not just all about action and stunts. But the film also featured the couple turning parents to an adorable little son referred to as junior in the film. While Katrina Kaif is yet to tie the knot in real life, the actress happily turned a parent for the silver screen. However she also pulled some seriously impressive kicks and punches in the action entertainer. ”
Janhvi Kapoor marked her Bollywood debut with 2018 romantic drama ‘Dhadak’ wherein she romanced Ishaan Khatter. The couple, belonging to different castes, decides to get married against the wishes of their family. In her very first film Janhvi turned a mother on the silver screen as her character gave birth to a son in ‘Dhadak’, who is named Aditya in the film. The actress pulled off motherly duties with great grace in the film.
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The source also adds, “Akshay Kumar’s lucky number is 9. The date 02-03-2020 adds up to 9. As a result, he is keen to get the trailer out on this day. Even February 27 was selected for the same reason for the launch. The previous Akshay Kumar’s film, Good Newwz, released on December 27 and its trailer was out on November 18. Also, the trailer of his 2019 Independence Day release Mission Mangal was also out on July 28. All these dates add up to 9. So, he wants to continue with this tradition.” Sooryavanshi also stars Katrina Kaif, Jacloe Shroff, Gulshan Grover and Sikandar Kher. The character of Sooryavanshi was introduced in the climax of Ranveer DesiPages
Singh-starrer Simmba. This makes him the third character of the cop universe, the first being Singham, played by Ajay Devgn. Interestingly, Simmba had got a boost as it also had Singham’s character coming to the rescue in the climax. In Sooryavanshi, the madness is expected to go one step forward. It features both Singham and Simmba. On the first anniversary of Simmba in December 2019, the team of the film released a teaser that showed a small glimpse of all three super cops coming together in an exciting gun battle, presumably in the finale of Sooryavanshi. Those few seconds of visuals created a frenzy and fans along with the trade and industry hoping that the trailer will be even more exhilarating.
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Legend of Mahashivarathri
There is no better time than Maha-Shiva-Rathri or the “Great Night of Lord Shiva” to try to unravel the mystical enigma that surrounds Mahadev.
The Divine Trinity: Hindu mythology is based
on the underlying belief of the Divine Trinity – Lord Brahma, the creator of the universe, Vishnu the protector of the good and Shiva the destroyer of evil. All three forms are the manifestation of divine energy. When the energy manifests in the mind and intellect, it represents Brahma. When the divine takes human form as an avatar, it represents Vishnu and the absolute cosmic consciousness represents Shiva.
The Mysterious Aura: Shiva has an aura of mystery, which surrounds his persona. He is an embodiment of paradoxes; the Lord of both destruction and transformation; the Master of penance and the source of the Cosmic Masculine. With his abode being in the Kailash peak of the holy Himalayan mountains, Shiva is the Lord of the creatures (Pashupathi).
As Chandrasekhara, Shiva adorns the crescent moon in his matted locks, which was also the gateway for the Ganges to flow from heaven to earth. As Nilakantha, Shiva was the blue-throated one who contained the poison of the world in his throat to bestow the nectar of immortality. Shiva’s vehicle is Nandi- the meditative bull that symbolizes dharma or the cosmic law of the universe. Nandi exemplifies waiting with patience and having faith in divine timing.
Yogiraja: Shiva is considered Yogiraja- the King
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endeavor. In this form, Lord Shiva is an ascetic, seated in lotus position (Padmasana) engaging in deep meditation, and guiding his devotees on the path to supreme consciousness. He is depicted with a third eye on his forehead, which symbolizes the destruction of worldly illusions and the center of inner vision and divine wisdom.
Natraja: Shiva is the cosmic dancer who
danced the eternal dance that rocked the universe, crushing the elements of ignorance and egoism, and bridging the gaps of time and space in the rhythm of his tapping feet.
Lord of Cosmic Sound: From the depths
of silence emerges the primordial sound of the universe. Mythology has it that when Shiva reached the heights of supreme consciousness, the sound of Him beating on his drum rang through the earth giving birth to the sound Om. This makes him the master of the cosmic vibration from which all other Vedas and divine chants are derived. Chanting Om Nama Shivaya can elevate devotees to a higher plane of spiritual thought.
Shiva-Shakthi: Shiva the Cosmic Masculine
along with Shakthi the Divine Feminine represents the totality of the Divine Infinite – the highest power that transcends the universe. Legend has it that this day of Mahashivarathri was the day when Shiva and Parvathi were united in holy matrimony and hence represents the most powerful moment in time. It is also the day Shiva performed his cosmic dance the Tandava. Some believe that this was also when Shiva manifested himself as the Lingam on earth. Mahashivarathri is one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar culturally, spiritually and scientifically (due to the planetary positions which make it the darkest night of the year). Tradition dictates that on this day, devotees keep vigil through the night chanting Shiva mantras to raise their spiritual vibration. Abhishekam of the Lingam is performed and devotees whisper their intentions and wishes to Mahadev in hopes for fulfillment. Glory be to Lord Shiva who as Tryambhakam (the Three-eyed One), when invoked upon, will help us to spiritually awaken, discover our mission on earth, show us the path to liberation, and reveal the secrets of life, death and immortality.
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Bollywood Movies That Are Actually Remake Of South Indian Movies
Bollywood movies are the best thing that we have in our life as it not only gives us entertainment but it teaches us a lot about our changing society. Mostly, Bollywood movies are based on fictitious stories and some of them even inspired by Hollywood counterparts. But over the years, we have witnessed that an array of big Bollywood movies is inspired by South Indian Movies. We have collated a list of South Indian movies that are being remade in Bollywood and turned successful Here’s the list of Superhit Bollywood Movies That Are Actually South Movie Remakes: Singham is yet another Tamil Film remake titled Singam
Ghajini was inspired by the Tamil film of the same name
1 Aamir Khan starrer Ghajini was mainly inspired by a Tamil film starring Suriya. Interestingly, both the film has actress Asin as the leading lady. The south movie was also the remake of Hollywood movie Memento. Ghajini is the first Hindi movie to cross 100 Crore mark at the Box-Office.
2 Ajay Devgn starrer ‘Singham’ has kept us at the edge of our seat until the end of the movie. It is one of the rare movies that Villain’s acting was praised a lot more than the protagonist. This Tamil movie has even remade in Kannada and Bengali language.
Tere Naam was inspired by a National Award-winning film Sethu
3 Salman Khan’s ‘Tere Naam’ has literally left the audience in shock at the end of the movie. It was one of the best performances of Salman Khan as lover ‘Radhe’. This film was also a remake of Tamil film ‘Sethu’ starring Vikram, which even won a National award.
Wanted was inspired by the Tamil movie Pokkiri Salman Khan’s ‘Wanted’ had worked wonders at the Box-Office and within a week the film is declared a superhit. ‘Wanted’ was actually a remake of Vijay starrer movie ‘Pokkiri’ which was also a remake of Telugu movie of the same name.
Ek Duje Ke Liye was the remake of movie Maro Charitra 4
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Kamal Haasan and Rati Agnihotri’s Love drama Ek Duje Ke Liye was well received by the audience and the film was turned into superhit film. It was a remake of Telugu movie Maro Charitra. Interestingly, the Hindi remake of the movie won a national award.
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Hera Pheri is a remake of the Malayalam movie Ramji Rao Speaking
It is hard to believe that Hera Pheri movie was actually a remake of Malayalam film but it is utterly true. Even, those who have seen both the Hindi and Malayalam version believes that the latter version is more hilarious. Anyways, ‘Hera Pheri’ still remains as one of the cult comedy movies of all time.
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6 RHTDM is still considered one of the best romantic movies of all time. The songs have made the movie more classy and soulful. It is also inspired by the Tamil movie Minnale. Interestingly, R Madhavan played the lead in both the movies.
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Malayalam movies of the same name.
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7 No doubt, Drishyam is one of the most thrilling movies of all time. Ajay Devgn’s performance in the movie was at the apex and the climax is apparently worth applauding. The film was a remake of Malayalam movie Drishyam starring Mohanlal.
was a remake of movie Manichitrathazhu
8 Akshay Kumar starrer Bhool Bhulaiya was well received by the audience and Vidya Balan’s role was critically acclaimed. This movie was also a remake of Malayalam super hit movie Manichitrathazhu. Interestingly the movie went on to win two national awards in South.
Nayak was a remake of a Tamil hit Mudhalvan The story of the movie Nayak is certainly one of the most socially relevant stories of all time. Anil Kapoor acting in the movie was worth commendable. This movie was also a remake of Tamil movie Mudhalvan. The movie was directed by Shankar in both languages.
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When elementary kids of 4th and 5th grades win at the FIRST Lego League, it sure is a time to celebrate, but it is also worth looking behind the scenes, to find out what goes into preparing these little kids for a competition of such large scale. The Wize Marvel Engineers Team won the Strategy and Innovation Award at the 2019-2020 First Lego League North Texas Regional, exhibiting programing & technology skills, and at the same time poise and mental skills of handling pressures of the timeline while working as a team. This was their first ever external competition. As Person in Focus from our community, Funasia DesiPages brings to you two dedicated and passionate people who are behind these little minds. Their dream is to carve these next generation kids to take on the world with poise, confidence and intelligence.
Vishal Bhasin & Venus Bhasin
The idea initiated five years back, when Venus & Vishal Their approach of focusing on holistic development
Bhasin, parents of 2 kids (7 & 4) with one on the way (3rd child was born in Dec 2015), were in their full-time jobs. They wanted to empower their children with the know-how of using technology to express themselves and unleash their creativity, and to grow as creators and not just the users of technology. However, they couldn’t find any relevant programs for elementary school students. While there were programs for older kids, but nothing though elementary. So, they started a coding class for their and their friends’ children in the media room of their house which they furnished very creatively to ensure a fun environment for young learners. Children enjoyed it while learning and the feedback was overwhelmingly positive from just the 6 kids they coached. This gave them the encouragement to take the next step and form Wize Computing Academy®. Over the next year or so they added locations, formed a team and most importantly created a project-based curriculum from ground up that was fun for kids and also followed rigorous computer science standards. Larger adoption of their program over the next couple of years allowed them to leave their jobs to work on this idea full-time. They approached the schools for their after-school programs and offered camps during school breaks at multiple locations within the metroplex.
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of every child hit home with school administrators and in a small amount of time they were able to expand rapidly. Now they have expanded further by franchising their concept and they have franchisees across the US and Canada.
Their goal is to prepare students to apply computing
concepts to address real-world problems. Vishal pointed out that growing up, expressing ideas were 2-dimensional - through papers and pencil. But today, technology enables us to express our creativity in multiple dimensions and extend it using virtual and augmented reality. Learners today can create 3D objects, voiceovers, videos and animations with relative ease. Most parent thinks that screen time is bad. “It is bad if we are just consumers, but not if we can channelize the kids to be creators using the same screen time” he says.
They engage young learners in coding and robotic
thru their favorite game like Minecraft or Roblox, and thru cool-looking robots, drones, 3D images and virtual reality. Once the children are engaged, they work on their logical thinking, creative reasoning skills along with cognitive skills like hand eye co-ordination, focus, self-esteem, confidence & presentation skills. They are laser focused on ensuring that every child
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The Wize Marvel Engineers Team after winning the Strategy and Innovation Award at the 2019-2020 First Lego League North Texas Regional
gets the development opportunity that their program provides. Vishal gives his 7-year-old daughter’s example who when asked to give a presentation would finish it in just about 30 seconds, but can now make 15 minutes long interesting presentations with confidence. This approach of ensuring that kids participate & express themselves thru these minTED talks, and that they stand behind their work with confidence resonates with parents and school administrators.
When asked about their roles as couples in the business that is now growing, Venus laughs and says that they wear two hats every weekday. One, at 9:00 am when they start their day at Wize Computing Academy as colleagues, and the other in the evening, when they become couples again. Vishal also adds that he finds it interesting that by working together they discovered their complimentary skills which makes it easy for them to focus on specific areas of business based on their strengths.
Being from the Indian Heritage, and the joint-
The duo are huge believers in STEAM for girls. They
family system they also stress on learning from Grandparents who can invest more time into their grand kids. Through this program they also bring the two generations together where both learn from each other.
Venus mentions how proud she is of her winning
team who demonstrated some outstanding poise and core values at the event impressing the judges. They were competing with much older middle schoolers and had great teamwork and co-ordination. She gives an example, when they were asked how did their parents help them? They said, “They helped by giving critical feedback.� That was surely a profound statement. They bagged the Exemplary Awards in Core Value, Project Innovation & Robot Game and made it to the regionals. At the regionals they won the Strategy and Innovations Award.
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are disappointed when parents only enroll their boys in these programs but not girls. Their dream is to get the right balance and have a 50-50 ratio in every session. Their ultimate goal is to ensure that such project & inquiry-based program is available to 100% of the population and not just select few. The skills young ones learn in these programs empowers them to create the world of tomorrow and prepares them for the jobs for 21st century.
It was fascinating for me to be in conversation with
these two passionate creators who are getting into the little minds, developing them in a wholesome manner, so that they can face the future better. We wish Vishal and Venus luck and success in their endeavors. Interviewed & Written by: Navneeta Khemka
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Maturity is Accepting the Cost of Being Oneself “Be the person you are. Never try to be another, and you will become mature. Maturity is accepting the cost of being oneself, whatsoever the cost.” This is one of Osho’s quotes we should keep in mind each and every day. Being who other people want us to be isn’t maturing. It means trying to please people, seeking approval, and lastly, it’s betraying ourselves. A mature person accepts themselves and, above all, they take responsibility for themselves in every sense. They don’t play the role of victim, they play the protagonist, and they act accordingly. They don’t wait for things to happen, they build their own destiny. They’re also not unaware of their mistakes, but they see them as a chance to learn -OSHO-.
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