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CONTENTS JUNE 2012

VOLUME-3

ISSUE-01

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On the Cover : Aamir Khan

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36 LIFESTYLE

59 FASHION

44 EXPEDITION

A Day From Her Diary - Brinda Prasad explains how inclination towards divinity played a significant role in her life New Zealand – an isolated island, a nation with serenity and nature’s raw beauty, silent lakes, volcanic mountains and above all – a must visit destination once in a lifetime

46 INTERIORS

Decorate homes and offices with our list of

Guys and girls, get the trendiest hairstyles which go well with this season

70 CAMPUS BUZZ

78 AUTOMOBILES

cute and affordable interior plants and trees

56 CUISINE

Easy to make signature dishes from renowned chefs at star hotels

Choose the right educating way for your kids – check the list of city schools with the best of facilities The fun in getting back to college – list of activities beyond mere studies Featuring – Airbus and Royal Caribbean International Cruise Ship

80 GADGETS

iBerry and the coolest from – LG, Nintendo, Toshiba, Xtremer and Samsung.

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK Two years and going great guns...

Tulip finally turns 2! It has become an integral part of every reader. I thank my parents and my wife for their continuous support. All the sleepless nights and meeting the deadlines in bringing quality content to our readers, have been paid off. In bringing success upon any task, there is always a team involved behind which makes it successful, and not an individual! I would also like to thank every team member who had worked hard with undying enthusiasm and patience to make Tulip, Hyderabad’s best lifestyle magazine.

It has always been a team effort and we would be doing the same to match every reader’s expectations. This keeps us on the toes to deliver much better.

The magazine has made its name in a very short time. I thank our readers for appreciating and welcoming us with open hands. It was an overwhelming response! Readers gave us their opinions and feedbacks to make the magazine better. I also thank our advertisers in believing us and for supporting.

In this anniversary issue, Special Bonding features the Malpani couple – Girish and Shruti. They talk about their wonderful harmony and journey of togetherness.

Being spiritually inclined certainly has its advantage and Brinda Prasad explains how, in A Day From Her Diary. Durgam Cheruvu, also known as The Secret Lake has several entertainment options for every age group. We have quotes from celebrities and socialites on how they like the magazine.

THREE THINGS I LEARNED FROM THIS ISSUE A good dressing sense makes you develop a better attitude within. No matter what the season is, men are obsessed with their formal wear and women love to flaunt their traditional saris.

Readers get their privileged access to recipes and their preparation processes of easy-to-make delicious and nutritious signatures dishes at home, from well-noted chefs in town.

Get the haircut that is best for this Summer, with the experts’ list of famous cuts and styles. Look trendy and make a statement with your hairstyle.

Regards,

Esam Ahmed Bilgrami Editor & Publisher publisher@tulipmag.com

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Photography

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Contributors : Uma Pranathi Narayan

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Marketing & PR

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The best thing about Tulip magazine is that it is versatile. I loved the ‘India Takes The Fashion Industry By Storm’ article. Ganesh Nallari’s quote added up to the article’s charisma.

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With Tulip, I am ever updated. The parties and tinsel town sections serve my needs best.

- Debsu Maity Event Manager

I find a lot of interesting things in Tulip. I really like the magazine and I read it in every chance I get. I like all the lifestyle section articles of the magazine.

- Sri Nath NCC Cadet

Tulip is a magazine par excellence. With the price and contact information it gets easy for us to choose. The properties, interiors section and the art sections were very informative and useful.

- Rahul Dasan Aviation Professional Tulip is a refreshing treat. It always has fresh content and loads of information. I was awestruck at the 48 Hour Film Project article in the previous issue. It is commendable how people made films with so many limitations. I also liked the mango and the pets article.

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MAKING A BIGGER MARK

‘Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other.’ - Abraham Lincoln The thing always happens that you really believe in and the belief in a thing makes it happen. I remember the day when I held the first copy of Tulip in my hand - the feeling was amazing. Now we have marked two years milestone and I am so happy, I have seen Tulip growing in front of me, I congratulate each and every person who is associated with Tulip.

It’s the hard work of Tulip Team which has paid off today. I am very grateful to the readers who have appreciated the magazine. You have to run behind success, success doesn’t come to you. When you have a vision to do something you should have the courage of hurdles to pass through subsequently anything can be achieved. In addition, I would like to extend my gratitude to our advertisers for the support. Tulip has marked its place now in the city. Everyone is aware of the magazine. I receive lot of calls from various people complimenting about the articles, designs and coverage in magazine. I feel so overwhelmed! Three things which we focus primarily in Tulip office is quality of work, relevant content and reader’s feedback. We promise to keep productive outcome in the future as well.

Ansar Ahmed Bilgrami CEO

A DREAM NOW BIGGER

‘Don’t aim for success if you want it; just do what you love and believe in, and it will come naturally.’ - David Frost The past two years journey from the very first issue has been tremendously well. In such a short span, Tulip has made its name in the market and evolved as a brand. Tulip is the most important thing that has happened to me over the years. My life revolves around it. I always wanted to be a successful business woman and this was the best chance I could get to make my dream come true. Tulip is now, more of a part of Hyderabad than just a magazine.

It reflects the image of the city and brings you closer to it.I’ve learnt a lot of things. It was a process in which a lot of learning was involved. In the beginning I knew nothing about the nuances of a magazine it was more like fun but now I’ve as a person, I have grown to be better. I have become more responsible and organized now. One important lesson I learnt is that if you really want to do something in life with all your heart it is bound to happen. I’ve got a lot of support from my family, friends and staff. My staff has itself been like another family, working with them is fun and we learn a lot from each other. Life has also been pretty good to me. Two people without whom I can never imagine Tulip are my husband Esam and my father in law Ansar Ahmed Bilgrami. They have been very supportive in all my decisions.

My father in law means half of this world to me. He has been a part of every decision we had to make. I am blessed to have a wonderful family. I express my whole hearted gratitude and thank all my readers and advertisers for their undying faith and support. We hope to make our magazine bigger and better each year. It has been a beautiful journey so far. Thanks a million.

- Aaliyah Ahmed Bilgrami Director – Sales & Marketing

THE TULIP TEAM ‘All the hard work has finally paid off, as Tulip is proudly celebrating its second anniversary. It is surprising how time just flew by. I am very happy to be a part of the Tulip family. All the page 3 personalities identify me with the brand name. Esam sir and Aaliyah Madam are kind. They have always valued and trusted me. It has been a wonderful and prosperous journey.’

- Erigi Narsing Rao Photographer

‘I have been with the magazine nearly from its beginning. From the first issue to this very anniversary release, the magazine had undergone a tremendous change in every aspect.

I have a highly supportive team to work with, especially Aaliyah. I had an opportunity to enhance my domain of interest too.’

‘It’s a moment of pride! I wish to express my gratitude to the entire team of Tulip for being supportive, for time and patience; in taking the magazine to a more reputable stature.

I had a fabulous journey so far! I am looking forward for better, in time to arrive. Happy anniversary, Tulip!’

‘I would like to congratulate the entire team, for successfully completing two years. In a short time, the magazine gained a lot of publicity and awareness in the market. It has also developed its sales rapidly. The time will come one day, we will be par with all local publications.’

- Aditya Tej Deputy Editor

‘Tulip is a very supportive team. It is a very nice place to work. In here, hard work turns into smart work and becomes fruitful. I wholeheartedly wish the magazine upon completing its second anniversary.’

- R. Anand Rao Client Service Executive

- Mohammed Wasim Graphic Designer

- Md. Faheem Siddiqui Circulation Head ‘It’s been a fruitful journey with the magazine. I have been associated with Tulip for a long time now. I am extremely happy to be working in one of the leading magazines of the city and now it has turned two! The energy is so high among everyone at the office; it keeps me motivated constantly.’

- Md. Abdul Rahman Sr. Marketing

‘As literally as the flower itself, our organization of Tulip has the perfect refreshing fragrance, colour and brightness all under one roof.

Working together has been a stellar experience for me.’

- Natasha Balan PR and Marketing

‘Most of my clients are the magazine readers. I really enjoy working for Tulip. I also like the magazine as it has a stylish way of explaining the events and happenings in and around Hyderabad. I appreciate the whole team and I am thankful for making me a part of it.’

- Suhasini Tarot Expert

‘Tulip is a wonderful place to be. It gives you ample chances to explore and experiment. I had a great opportunity to go places and gather information.

Being a part of Tulip has taught me a lot about myself, my talents and abilities. With supportive and friendly people around, you do not feel any pressure.’

- Uma Pranathi Narayan Feature Writer

‘Being a part of Tulip is truly one of the best experiences that I am going through. I have been working for almost 8 months now. And the excitement for working on every issue is just the same as it was for me when I was writing for the first one. The best part about working for Tulip is that I am given the freedom to express my thoughts about all the articles I write. ‘ - Chandni Parekh Feature Writer

SUNDAY

MONTHLY DIARIES

TULIP

MONTH AHEAD

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Colonial Cousins – Live!

June 3, 19:00 onwards

Leslie Lewis and Hariharan, better known as Colonial Cousins will enthrall the city crowd with their classical hits from the decade gone by!

Contact – Shilpakala Vedika, Ph No. 23112704

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Sunday Brunch Every Sunday

Drop in for a great Sunday brunch, where you can make your own brunch from the menu. Choose any juice, soup, appetizer, salad, main-course, made-to-orders and much more.

Contact – Sweet Nirvana, Ph No. 42414343

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Dim-Sum Sundays @ Syn Every Sunday

MONDAY

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Kebabs & More Mondays to Saturdays, 12:00 – 15:00

TUESDAY

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Earth Witness June 5, 18:00 onwards

Savour unlimited Kebabs to your stomach’s content. Relish the dish of the day with your choice of Indian bread and our famed Dal Bukhara.

Contact – ITC Kakatiya, Ph No. 40081950

Goethe-Zentrum takes pleasure on promoting environmental awareness and sustainable development through considering the interconnection of nature and culture in the human experience.

Contact – Goethe-Zentrum, Ph No. 23350443

Zak & Angelo by De Fakto June 11, 19:30 onwards

Rhythm Is It! June 12, 19:00 onwards It involves 250 young

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Zak and Angelo remind us of the big burlesque duo of the Grande époque. One is lively, dynamic and impatient. The other one is a dreamer – calm, good-looking and romantic.

Contact – Ravindra Bharathi, Ph No. 27700734

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New Dessert Menu Through June, 12:00 – 15:00 and 19:00 – 23:00

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people from 25 nations, drawn from Berlin’s most disadvantaged neighbourhoods, who collaborate with the Orchestra to create a dance spectacle based on Igor Stravinsky’s - The Rite of Spring.

Contact – La Makaan, Ph No. 9642731329

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Happy Hours Through June, 17:00 – 20:30

Food festivals, While the talk is that we make the Fusion 9 introduces its new spring Buy a drink and get the next one for free at TGIF on Fridays, during / summer dessert menu. All the best dim sums, Syn offers you a upcoming the happy hours. chance to experience how. Guests mango lovers this season should come in and try the chef’s special will find them so delicious and Contact – TGIF, events and mango cream caramel. appetizing that they will end up Ph No. 40151925 asking for more.

Contact – Fusion 9, what’s new in Contact – Taj Deccan, Ph No. 65506662 Ph No. 66663939 town. All this Brunch Sparkles @ Lunch Buffet No Jazz!

Arena June, 12:00 – and lots more. 24 Every Sunday 25 June 25, 19:30 onwards 26 Through 15:00 Your guide The band’s concept is very simple Enjoy your lunch buffet @ 45 JubiChoose from grills, pastas, Orilee with 67 varieties of salads, with - to mix the original celebraental, Continental or Indian and vegetarian and non-vegetarian follow it up with a delicious selec- tory spirit of jazz with hypnotic to the city main courses for Rs. 250/- and rhythms and contemporary tion of desserts. taxes. sounds.

Contact – Taj Deccan, happenings!

Contact – 45 Jubilee Hills, Contact – Taj Banjara, Ph No. 66663939 Ph No. 66669999

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Ph No. 23550094

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

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Caribbean Fridays Every Friday, 18:30 onwards

Set the tone for the weekend with a leisurely trip to Jamaica. Grab a shack, sip on a cold one and let the reggae flow through your soul.

Contact – Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, Ph No. 66824422

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The Royal Curry Festival @ Kangan

Till June 7, 19:00 – 22:30 Come join us on a gastronomical journey through the royal kitchens of the deccan. An era recreated by our maestros, served with our hallmark hospitality.

Contact – Westin Hyderabad Mindspace, Ph No. 67676838

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Mocktail Fest Through June, 11:00 – 22:00

Choose your mocktail and appetizer for Rs. 130/- and a mocktail with sandwich for Rs. 200/-. Enjoy mocktails like – Green Ice, Orange Blossom, Blue Angel and many more.

Contact – Sweet Nirvana, Ph No. 42414343

20

Single Malt Series @ Atrium Bar Through June

Every single malt has its history and its own story to tell – water source, founder and the country of origin.

Contact – Taj Deccan, Ph No. 66663939

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Liquid Buffet @ Underdeck Through June, 19:30 – 22:30

Get unlimited liquor from selected domestic brands for Rs. 750/- and Rs. 999/- along with chef’s choice of vegetarian and non-vegetarian snacks.

Contact – Taj Banjara, Ph No. 66669999

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Mango Festival Till June 7, 12:00 – 15:00

This Summer, beat the parching yellow sunlight with sweet, yellow mangoes and other mango delicacies served to you in a traditional Rajasthani way, during the festival.

Contact – Khandani Rajdhani, Ph No. 64593997 Synderella Hour @ Syn Every Thursday Weekends are not the only time to party, especially when the drinks are on the house.

Come every Thursday to Syn, where girls will have all the fun with free drinks and great music.

Groove to the hip hop tunes by DJ Nitin.

Contact – Taj Deccan, Ph No. 66663939

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Fete De La Musique June 21, 18:00

On the occasion of World Music Day, Hyderabad will witness the finest of music from across the globe, brought in by the Alliance Francaise and its partners.

Contact – Goethe-Zentrum, Ph No. 23350443

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The Splendor of Australian Birds June 28, 18:00 onwards

Spend this summer with Australian Birds! Each month experience exotic 80 minutes of birdlife in Australia, with us!

Contact – Goethe-Zentrum, Ph No. 23350443

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Retro Fridays Every Friday, 20:00 onwards

Dance to the rock beats from ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s with DJ Rahul in the house. Also relish the exclusive grilled sandwiches here.

Contact – 10 Downing Street, Ph No. 66629323

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Cross Promo Offer @ Haldi Through June

Eat for Rs. 2,000/- or more and get a Rs. 500/- gift voucher to eat at La Cantina. Or you could do it the other way around. It’s the very best of both countries!

Contact – Novotel Hyderabad Airport, Ph No. 66250000

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Sommer Vorm Balkon June 22, 18:00 onwards

A tragicomic movie focusing on two women and their daily struggles for survival during a summer, in Berlin!

Contact – Goethe-Zentrum, Ph No. 23350443

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Eat, Drink, Travel Through June, 12:00 – 21:00

Eat for Rs. 2000/- with your friends and family at the Mexican restaurant – La Cantina. Fly to Singapore and spend 4 nights and 5 days there.

Contact – Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, Ph No. 66824422

TULIP

MONTH AHEAD

SATURDAY Asian BBQ @ The Square Every Saturday, 19:00 onwards From Lebanon to Japan and towards northern Mongolia to southern India – this will be the most incredible spread of grills and many other authentic dishes.

Contact – Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, Ph No. 66824422

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Weekend Brunch @ Spice Junxion Through June

With our Special Saturday Brunches for the extended weekends, experience the magic and flavours of the best recipes from four states of India on one platter.

Contact – Taj Deccan, Ph No. 66663939

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The Blah Blah Lunch @ Syn Through June, 12:00 – 15:00

Syn offers leisure meals spanning over 60 minutes or over so that you can cherish a long conversation with old, dear friends.

Contact - Taj Deccan, Ph No. 66663939

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Waste of Development Aid June 23, 17:30 onwards

This is the view of the Dutch environmental economist Pieter van Beukering, stating that the recycling industry in the Third World is inefficient, inhumane and polluting.

Contact – Goethe-Zentrum, Ph No. 23350443

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New Menu @ Momo Café Through June

It’s bigger and better! A wide array of vegetarian and non-vegetarian delicacies, topped with mouth watering desserts just at Rs.350.

Contact – Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre, Ph No. 27522999 JUNE, 2012 15

Readers

Tulip is a magazine which is now a part of the Hyderabad social scene; it’s a part and parcel of the urban hydro-brigade. It has an uber cool look and feel and does serve the want to know pallet of an on-themove Hyderabadi. The pictures make sure it’s an eye-candy and the reading covers the what, where and when aspects. My two thumbs up for the glossy. Cheers!’

- Manzoor Alam Khan Businessman

It is an excellent magazine. It is worth spending time on. It is way too different from other magazines. I wish the team of Tulip good luck to be number one, not only in Hyderabad, but also in India.’

Harish Kumar Neeru’s – Director ‘For someone who doesn’t live in Hyderabad - by capturing the true essence of the city, Tulip makes me feel at home.’

Vasuki Sunkavalli Miss India Universe & Lawyer

Wishing Tulip a very happy Second Anniversary! Have always loved the quality and content in the magazine! The cover stories in particular, are unique!’

Shraddha Das Actress

It’s great to see Tulip has marked its 2nd anniversary. I have always looked forward to reading the magazine each month.

The magazine covers many different articles in and around Hyderabad which keeps you up to date on what’s happening.

The ‘Monthly Diaries’, lets you know what’s going on in the city. From fashion, people, events and lifestyle articles; Tulip covers it all! Congratulations to Tulip once again on, its anniversary and wishing the magazine continued success, for many more issues.’

Lona Logan Photographer

I have been reading Tulip magazine for over a year now and I find the magazine very informative. The cover stories and A Day From a Diary are a pleasure to read. Wishing the magazine all the very best.’

Ajita Reddy Managing Director Hamstech

I am congratulating Tulip on their second anniversary. The magazine is one of the best in the market, with full coverage on lifestyle and above all - what’s new in fashion and in film industry.

Most of your story ideas come from observing what’s going on around us. Tulip is all about entertaining and information which a person would love to know. Every time I read Tulip, there is always something new about it, which makes it more happening. In any magazine a person would like to read about destinations in the world and what’s new in Fashion, Makeup, Food, Automobiles and many more and I find all that information in this magazine. I am glad to be the reader of this outstanding magazine. Please take my hearty congratulations for completing two years.’

Shazia Bakal Shariff Interior Designer Tulip is fun, entertaining, real and glamorous. It keeps me updated about the city happenings always. It gives us a refreshing perspective on Hyderabad and about people who matter. It is highly informative.’

Rohit Reddy Entrepreneur

When we get the right information about new trends and styles in our life, then it becomes the real role model of lifestyle magazine. That’s what Tulip has been doing till date. Keeping updates of new trends is a big challenge, but Tulip makes it easy for us. Keep up the good work!’

Kalyan CEO, Kalamandir

Podium..

I am a regular reader of Tulip.

Congratulations to the entire Tulip team for marking 2nd Anniversary and best wishes for the coming years.

Sunilla Eti Socialite

Congratulations Tulip! It has come a long way and has become very popular.

Tulip has interesting and informative material.

Wish you all the success in future.’

Beenu Singh Manager, Mont Blanc

‘First and foremost, I would like to congratulate Tulip for completing its second anniversary. Informative current news, bright editorials and entertaining articles are the essence of this magazine. Keep it up!’

Smita Dugar Master Chef ‘If a magazine has stood strong for two consecutive years, then it’s a highly successful magazine according to me. I would like to congratulate the magazine on its second anniversary and wishing many more anniversaries to come. Keep up the good job!

Cheers!’

Rana Daggubati Actor

‘Tulip stands apart from its competition with its contemporary content and clean design. We have found the magazine’s content a healthy mix of lifestyle topics, local events and social issues; which should translate into loyal readers and terrific value for the advertisers. We wish team of Tulip - all the best!’

Samvit Gupta TRGJP

‘I arrived in Hyderabad only last year and that was the first time I read Tulip over a news stand. I must say that Tulip has undergone tremendous improvement in its print quality, contents, covering city news and information. On this second anniversary of the magazine, I wish the whole team at Tulip, all the best. I am sure you will continue to excite readers with many new stories and scoops.’

Pavan Kakar Director of sales & marketing Radisson Blu hotel ‘Congratulations Tulip and the team on the 2nd milestone occasion. This magazine has filled an obvious void in Hyderabad market place and ever since then, it has showcased the best to the readers. Stories featured in the magazine give us a reason to be proud of being a part of this charming city. It has truly been a great source of information especially for foodies like me. Their regular reviews on cities, restaurants and event updates are a must for every Hyderabadi. May you have many more successful years ahead.’

Rajveer Kaur Manager - Marketing and Communications Fusion Hospitality Pvt. Ltd.

Tulip is a magazine which carries all the information about the most happening people in Hyderabad. I congratulate the team of Tulip including Esam and Aaliyah for marking a very successful 2nd year and wishing many more years of big success.

Sanjjanaa Archana Actress My hearty congratulation to Tulip, It’s one of the best lifestyle magazines in town. You may reach many more milestones in coming years. All the best!

Leela Kumar Kalanikethan

TULIP

ENTERTAINMENT

LADY GAGA

JOHN TRAVOLTA

BANNED IN INDONESIA

ACCUSED FOR ASSAULTING

H O L L Y W O O D

One of the two male masseurs who accused actor John Travolta of sexual assault, dropped his $2 million lawsuit, but the lawyer for the second man said he was going ahead with that case and was

confident of success. The unidentified man, referred to as John Doe No. 1, who claimed that the Hollywood star groped him during a massage session in Beverly Hills, filed a notice dismissing his lawsuit with federal court in Los Angeles. Travolta’s lawyer Marty Singer has termed the claims to be absurd and ridiculous.

The actor was vindicated by the dismissal of the first complaint.

The first masseur was reported last week to have said he got the wrong date of the alleged incident after photos and restaurant receipts surfaced putting the Saturday Night Fever actor in New York on the same day. Okorocha said he still will be going ahead with the lawsuit against Travolta, representing a second unidentified man, John Doe No. 2, who claimed that Travolta rubbed his leg, touched him indecently and tried to molest him at a private appointment at an Atlanta hotel earlier this year. He found international claim with the movies Saturday Night Fever and Grease in the 1970s, before going on to grittier roles in Pulp Fiction.

Lady Gaga, who was scheduled to perform in Jakarta, has just been banned by the nation following protests from hard-line Islamic critics. The concert drew vehement opposition from many in the world’s most populous Muslim nation, due to her controversial persona and racy getups. A spokesman for the Indonesian national police has confirmed that the singer has been denied a permit for her show, resulting in the show being cancelled.

It would have been the biggest stop on her Asian tour, having been set to take place at the 52,000-seat Gelora Bung Karno stadium in Jakarta. The Islamic Defenders Front trashed the global pop superstar for her satanic lyrics that threaten to destroy the children’s sense of morality. Other protesters, equally enraged, even vowed to physically block the singer from setting foot on Indonesian soil if the show wasn’t cancelled. Local law enforcement reportedly requested that the permit be denied after fearing that officers wouldn’t able to contain a massive on-site protest. Earlier this spring, Gaga’s tour drew protests from South Korean Christian groups decrying that her pornographic performances promoted homosexuality.

CHARLINDA

BREAK-UP AFTER THERAPY Hulk Hogan’s ex-wife, 52-year-old Linda Hogan, has called off her engagement with her 23-year-old boyfriend Charley Hill. Charley and I decided that we should each travel through life in different directions’ Linda said. Linda divorced Hulk one year prior to agreeing to marry Hill and later accused the former WWE grappler of abuse. Insiders report Charley recently moved out of Linda’s home in Florida after four years of dating. The couple reportedly had a serious talk about their relationship and both admitted they didn’t see themselves marrying one another. Charley and Linda had dated for four years and have been engaged for two years. There was a lot of therapy involved and the couple realized they needed to do their own thing. The realization came this weekend. But it was a mutual decision and a whole new chapter for both of them. Hogan was 48 and Hill only 19 when they first met in 2008 after her son Nick’s car accident. Hill was a high school acquaintance of Hulk and Linda’s daughter, Brooke Hogan. Charley and Linda recently appeared on VH1’s reality show, Couple’s Therapy where celebrity couples try to salvage their relationships. We guess that didn’t work!

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AISHWARYA RAI BACHCHAN

CANNES FOR A CAUSE

B O L L Y W O O D

Actress Aishwarya Rai is regular on the Cannes Red Carpet. But her visit to the 65th edition of the prestigious film festival was for a cause. The former beauty queen helped raise funds for fight against AIDS at an auction there. The actress participated in Cannes 2012 and attended L’Oreal Paris - AMFAR (The American Foundation for AIDS Research) dinner that helped raise funds for the fight against AIDS. She is also busy doting upon her daughter. The four-month-old daughter, said to have been named Aaradhya, is keeping Aishwarya occupied and work has taken a backseat for the actress. The former beauty queen has visibly put on post-pregnancy weight and would have to shed it off before she gets back to the cameras. Apart from Aishwarya, other key celebrities who attended the gala dinner are - Gwen Stefani, Milla Jovovich, Aimee Mullins, Liya Kebede, Doutzen Kroes, Natasha Poly, Julianna Margulies and Diane Keaton. The list also includes Alec Baldwin, Kenneth Cole, Milutin Gatsby, Michel Hazanavicius and Berenice Bejo, Ryan Kavanaugh, Karl Lagerfeld, Hugh Laurie, Carine Roitfeld and Harvey Weinstein. Aishwarya remained the center of attention as always and the awards ceremony was also carried out well.

JAYA – REKHA

ANOTHER CONFRONTATION Actress Rekha is now a member of parliament. She took her oath at the parliament house which soon resembled a film shoot as media persons were competing with each other to capture the actor-turnedMP as well as the parliamentarians made a beeline for a glimpse of the Bollywood icon as she entered and also when she left. Rekha was accompanied by Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs Rajeev Shukla.

There was a frenzy which made it difficult for the actress to even get out of the car. Then she took the oath in front of all the members and elders of the house, including Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who all welcomed her to the House by thumping the desk. Rekha was looking forward to attend Parliament. It was a new experience for her. Anyone from a film background would be excited to attend Parliament and the actor was always excited to leave her mark behind. All previous celebrities like Hema Malini, Shabana Azmi, Dilip Kumar and Jaya Bachchan have all done credible work and we hope Rekha makes it worthwhile here as well. Bollywood gossip world is looking forward to at least some smoke from the Jaya-Rekha rivalry.

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PRABHU DEVA

IIFA AWARDS

Actor, Choreographer, Director Prabhu Deva is gearing up to choreograph his first ever award show. Having mastered a wide range of dancing styles, he is considered one of Indian cinema’s greatest dancers and choreographers. This will be the first time ever that the actor will be choreographing an awards show. This will also be the first time that Prabhu Deva will perform at the IIFA Awards, displaying his signature moves. Dancing has always been one of his greatest passions and he has always wanted to be a part of an IIFA celebration and this is just the ideal opportunity to combine the two.

The Videocon IIFA Weekend will be hosted in the Lion City of Singapore. The Rowdy Rathore director will be choreographing star performances as sees great future for Bollywood ahead. The energy on stage is always fascinating for him and he is looking forward to work with the talented young actors in Bollywood soon. The authorities feel extremely honored and excited to have Prabhu Deva on board to choreograph this year’s IIFA. As we all know that he is a sensational dancer and has been recognized as one of the best the Indian film industry has seen hence, we congratulate him and wish him all the best for his film as well.

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MALAIKA

SIZZLING TOLLYWOOD Actress Malaika Arora Khan is extremely happy with the success of her new song Kevvu Keka for the movie Gabbar Singh, which is a remake of blockbuster Bollywood film Dabangg. In an interview, the item dancer couldn’t stop praising powerstar Pawan Kalyan, producer Bandla Ganesh Babu and director Harish Shankar. She was glad that she was a part of such a wonderful project. The Munni Badnam Hui star was awestruck at the response the film got at the box office. The film being a huge hit only brightens the prospects for Malaika in Tollywood. Actor Pawan Kalyan was seen playing the role of a cop, first made famous by Salman Khan. Shruti Hassan as the female lead takes over as village belle from Sonakshi Sinha and the item queen Malaika Arora Khan reprises her Munni number in the movie.

The music is rocking the charts and so is the film. We wish Malaika all the very best for her upcoming projects and we hope to see more of her in Telugu cinema as well. The Dabangg charisma did work out both for the diva and the actor.

RAM CHARAN & UPASANA NANI

SOON TO MARRY Young actor Nani, who is currently going through the brightest phase as an actor, is all set to marry! As per few news circles, Nani is getting ready to marry his longtime girlfriend who is an engineer from Vishakhapatnam.

The wedding might take place in this years ending. Parents of both Nani and the girl have agreed for this marriage and the wedding will be conducted very soon. The actor is currently busy with various movies. Eega, his much awaited blockbuster, hit the box office. He also has Eto Vellipoyindi Manasu on sets. This Telugu version of Gautham Menon directing Jeeva starrer Neethane En Ponvasantham with Samantha in the female lead is actually a trilingual film titled as Assi Nabbe Poorey Sau in Hindi with Aditya Roy Kapur in the lead. Buzz is that Sonam Kapoor was initially offered Samantha’s role in its Hindi version, but the actresses had opted out of it. Recently Nani’s movie under Krishna Vamsi was launched. Interestingly, both the films have Samantha as the leading ladies. Nani’s wedding will be in traditional Andhra Pradesh style with many rituals. He will make a formal announcement soon.

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WEDDING BELLS

It was recently reported that the wedding ceremony of Mega Star Chiranjeevi’s son Ram Charan Teja and his fiancee Upasana Kamineni would be held in Thirupati. But the latest buzz is that their marriage will take place on June 14 at Upasana’s farmhouse near Himayatsagar, where they had got engaged. According to reports, both

the families of Ram Charan and Upasana Kamineni are of very high profile and now they are reportedly travelling across the country to invite their relatives and friends among the political and business circles. Reports add that it is a very high-security event and the formal wedding invitation will be distributed in the last minute. The reports further suggest that the preparations for the marriage are going on in full swing. Besides the pre-wedding festivities, the Apollo family has also planned to host a grand wedding party. Ram Charan will tie the nuptial knot with Upasana and enter the holy matrimony long before the month’s end. This ceremony is going to be one of the biggest events in the country and both families have made high-security arrangements for their guests, who will be flown down from all over the country. A luxury hotel has been booked for the guests in the city.

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CASEY STONER

RETIREMENT DECISION

S P O R T S

Reigning world champion Casey Stoner has stunned the MotoGP paddock by announcing that he will retire at the end of the 2012 season. The Australian, 26, had denied rumours that he was to quit the sport at the previous round of the championship in Portugal, but he revealed his intention to call time on his career at a press conference ahead of the recent French Grand Prix.

Stoner told a press conference – ‘After a long time thinking, a lot of time talking with my family and my wife, this has been coming for a couple of years now, but at the end of this 2012 season I will be not racing in the 2013 Championship. I will be finishing my career at the end of this season in MotoGP and go forward in different things in my life. After so many years of doing this sport which I love and which myself and my family made so many sacrifices for, after so many years of trying to get to where we have gotten to at this point, this sport has changed a lot and it has changed to the point where I am not enjoying it.’ Let’s hope he has a fantastic rest of the year ahead!

LUKE POMMERSBACH

ARRESTED FOR MOLESTING

Delhi Police arrested Royal Challengers Bangalore player, Luke Pomersbach for allegedly misbehaving with a woman and severely attacking her fiancee.

‘27-year-old Australian’ player allegedly misbehaved with the woman, a US citizen of Indian origin, at the Maurya Sheraton Hotel in the national capital and has been arrested, police said.

A case has been registered against him under various sections of Indian Penal Code (IPC) including section 354 of IPC (outraging modesty of woman), 323 (hurt), 454 (lurking house trespass) and 511 (Punishment for attempting to commit offences punishable with imprisonment for life or other imprisonment). The woman said the player invited himself for some drinks with the couple and some common friends from Mumbai in their room. She left the men alone and went to her bedroom for catching some sleep but Luke followed her and misbehaved with her. When her fiancee intervened, Luke allegedly beat him up, she said.

The woman’s fiancee has been admitted to a hospital. The woman claimed that pressure is being mounted on her to withdraw the case but she will not do so. Pomersbach’s conduct prompted RCB owner Vijay Mallya to suspend the batsman, who has not played a single IPL match so far this season, till the time he is cleared of the charges.

MESSI MAKES ME BETTER

C RONALDO

Cristiano Ronaldo gets tired of the comparisons between him and Lionel Messi, but believes the pair push each other to keep improving. Since Ronaldo signed for Real Madrid in 2009, his goals battle with Barcelona forward Messi has captured the imagination in La Liga. In the recently-completed season Ronaldo hit a remarkable 46 goals in 38 appearances, but was bested as Messi struck a scarcely believable 50 goals in 37 matches. The Portuguese believes it is futile to debate which player is better, but is inspired by his opposite number’s high standards.

Sometimes it makes me tired for him too, because they compare us together all the time, he said.

You cannot compare a Ferrari with a Porsche because it’s a different engine. You cannot compare them. He does the best things for Barcelona, I do the best things for Madrid, so the number (of goals) everyone says it’s incredible. For him and for me because we beat our own records, so it’s amazing. I think we push each other sometimes in the competition, this is why the competition is so high. This is why Madrid and Barcelona are the best teams in the world because everyone pushes each other.

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Lavanya & Sunitha

Shravan

Swathi & Pooja

ODE TO WEAVES AND WEAVERS Keeping Our Culture Alive

Shawar Ali

A fashion show was held to promote and pay a tribute to the weaves and weavers of Andhra Pradesh, at Hyderabad International Convention Centre.

Designer Shravan Ramaswany’s marvelous pieces were presented by his studio and the guests witnessed starry ramp walks by top models, dressed in gowns, sarees, jumpsuits etc. The garments were made out of pure handloom fabrics.

The proceeds from the fashion show were donated to IMPACT, an NGO that works for children suffering from Cancer. The event was attended by Kavita Reddy, Bani Ahuja, Laila Khan, Rummy Azad, Deeksha Seth and many other socialites, fashion enthusiasts, cream-de-la-crowd of Hyderabad. After the show, the guests were seen appreciating and discussing their favourite picks.

Manjula Reddy

Deeksha Seth

Deepa

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Smitha

Jaideep & Alka

Rummy

Haseena & Farha

Beenu Singh

Sirisha

Model posing on ramp

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Sushma & Rajveer

Payal

Pooja

Ruchita

Mohitha

HOITTY TOITTY Kitty Fun!

The kitty party at Bottles & Chimney was fun! The guests were seen dressed in floral theme and were all seen chilling out, at the Bistro. They relished Pizzas and exotic mocktails. During this event, distributing prizes for the ones who were - best dressed, one who sported the best hair-do and the one who was most stylish; took place. They all played Tambola which brought a lot of fun to the event. All the ladies were seen mingling with each other and having a gala time. Overall, it was a fun-loving kitty party for the ladies.

Sonali Manisha

Dimple

Radhika

Neeti

TANGO WITH MANGO @ Syn

Tango With Mango at Syn, Taj Deccan was a colourful event! There were 12 varieties of mangoes chopped and displayed in attractive shapes. There was live DJ music and all the ladies were dressed in the colour of the fruit – yellow, orange and green. A choreographer was called to teach mango moves and also served different range of mango drinks to the guests. They had a chef flown down to the city, all the way from Mumbai.

There was a huge spread of continental dishes – all made from the purest of mango extracts.

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Saloni & Poonam

Ruchita & Suchita

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Amala

Karen (R) with friend

Ko Van Den Hil

Anand Tiwari

ONE-ON-ONE Rage – Live!

Shernaz Patel, Rajit Kapur and Rahul de Cunha; collectively known as Rage, have performed live at Westin. The theatre play brought together nine of Mumbai’s finest actors, written by eight of India’s most talented playwrights and is directed by seven of best known directors. The fun-filled play was attended by many socialites and page-3 people – a few of them were – Tollywood actress Amala, health and fitness expert Karen Bhatia, Meera Kohli and many others mingling with each other over sumptuous dinner. One-on-one opened at the National Centre for Performing Arts, Mumbai and has since, made people laugh across the nation.

Tarmeen

Uday Kiran

Rage Team

Tanu & Pauleen

Sreedhar with friend

All smiles

FILMY GATHERING Gabbar Singh Screening

The special screening of Pawan Kalyan’s Gabbar Singh, which was recently held at Cinemax, was outstanding. Guests were seen catching up with each other while waiting in queues to get their refreshments, during the interval. Present at the screening were people like - Teegala Kranti, Manjeera Vivek, Swapna Cherukuri, Vamshi Reddy and many others. They were all seen appreciating the fine balance of comedy and action in the movie.

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Payal & Atin

Rajesh

Vijendar Goud

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Anushka Krishna, Preeti Thapa & Akshita

MAY QUEEN BALL

Sakhina

Annual Celebrations

Sofiya

Secunderabad Club’s Annual May Queen Ball was a super hit, with full of surprises. It was a beauty pageant worth remembering where contestants danced their way out to qualify. This time, they hosted a Prince Ball as well - another change, unlike the 3 week long selection. Contestants were shown how to walk, talk, pose and write an impromptu speech. About 10 guys and 11 girls were selected and three of each was finalized of which the King and Queen of Good Times were selected. The winners were Preethi Thapa and Narasimha.

The event also comprised of great food and foot tapping music by DJ Anand and a band called Tidal Wave from Goa. The crème de la creme was present at the venue, making it a grand celebration yet it was short and sweet.

Madhavi & Samyal

Niveditha

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Mona & Pariza

Meghna & Aparna

Poornima

Ravitha

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CELEBRATING WOMANHOOD @ Neeru’s

Harish & Sanjjanaa

Models

Neeru’s Elite Kohinoor Collection was launched at Banjara Hills. Actress Sanjjanaa, Siddhie Mambre, Models Sakshi Tyagi and Annie walked the ramp for the show. It was a grand event where celebrities sported the best of the collection. Neerus unfolded its latest collection of bright opulence crafted with traditional essence and is designed keeping in mind an idea of wearable fashion for a woman of ethnicity and style.

Neeru’s celebrates the panache of the new age woman with its astounding Kohinoor collection, offering an incredible array of choices which would make anyone fall in love with them more than once.

JEWELLED TO PERFECTION Store Inauguration

The diamond jewellery lounge, a one of its kind finest diamond jewellery store, was launched in Hyderabad recently. Owned by Mr. V.R.Gunasekhar, who is an expert diamond jewellery maker; the store promises to serve as a one stop destination for unique, exclusive, rare, stunning, ready to buy and wear jewellery. The concept store hopes to serve the exact needs for on-the-go metropolitans. The launch was a grand event with a spectacular fashion show with models exhibiting the finest diamond jewellery. Both the sky and the store glittered! The Gunashekhar family was seen beaming and celebrating while the audience were entertained by anchor Suma.

Elegant pose

Shriya, V R Gunasekhar, Sreedevi Guna & Esshitha

STARRY EVENING Fashion Calendar Launch

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The event of India Fashion Street had eight prominent designers showcasing the best of their collection. Models from Mumbai, Bangalore and Delhi scorched the ramp showcasing the hot and happening designs and launched fashion calendar with different concepts and themes. The main objective of the event was to enable designers to showcase their collection with a focus on building relationships, opportunities and growth in the fashion industry. Tollywood actor Navdeep was also seen walking the ramp along with the models and launched the fashion calendar. IFS focuses in furnishing the best of Indian designers, right from the renowned to the new-generation talent, to showcase their finest creativity of collections to the India Fashion awareness.

Our tradition, replete with resplendent Gods, Goddesses, arts, culture and crafts lends itself easily to the inspired.. like our artisans. Shree Raj jewellers brings to you a collection of jewellery created from rich heritage we enjoy.

You could wear it as a salute to our glory, or just because it inspires you. Whatever, the reason, you will love to wear it.

We also make jewellery customised for the connoisseurs

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GAME ON! Sri Venkateswara Multiplexes has launched its gaming zone at City Center, Banjara Hills, providing a colossal playground by offering matchless options for action and recreations.

It is powered with a 4-lane bowling alley, arcade gaming, play pen and for the first time, an interactive robot concept zone. Vijayeder, Chairman of SVM Private Ltd., shared his joy at the launch and said that this was their third branch in the state. The gaming zone was equipped with over 50 most popular arcade gaming machines to engage the interest of all age groups. The SVM would provide most thrilling experience with horror house and Sprintrix 3D shortly, he said. The motto is that every person who enters the zone should not leave unhappy. Pens, chocolates, toys, ipods, cellphones etc., will be return gifts ensured depending upon the games and play time. Many gaming enthusiasts were seen checking the store around and trying out various games.

LOCATION – Peddamma Temple, Road No 36, Jubilee Hills, Contact - 67115437

GEAR UP FOR GAS An exclusive store of premium international denim brand - GAS was launched in Jubilee Hills recently as part of its plans to increase its presence in the Indian market. This is its sixth exclusive store in India, after Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Ludhiana and Ahmedabad. It has a network of 17 corners and three shop-in-shops across the country. The new store saw the launch of the GAS Spring-Summer 2012 collection, a combination of Italian and contemporary trends. Mr Claudio Grotto, Founder and Chairman of GAS, said the company is excited about the Indian market for premium denim and would continue its expansion in the country. Actress and singer Shruti Hassan inaugurated the store and checked out the collection and expressed her delight and was very happy to be a part of the store launch and confessed that she uses and loves the brand. The design of the new store is based on the ‘ESSENSUAL’ concept, the perfect mix of essential and sensual.

LOCATION - Road No. 36, Jubilee Hills, Contact - 9819676167, 9820325228

SINFULLY HEALTHY YOGURT BAY After a very successful stint in the commercial capital of the country – Mumbai, Mr. Shankar Ahuja came up with the idea of opening a store in Hyderabad. The Yogurt Bay was launched successfully implementing that very idea. It is a frozen yogurt café with a fixed set of 6 flavors - Strawberry, Blueberry Cheesecake, Mango, Chocolate, Oreo Cheesecake & Tiramisu.

The flavor of the day concept will begin in the second month of operation (exotic flavors such as Dolce de Leche, Tiramisu, Mojito Mint with pineapple slices and mint leaves, Apple Pie and Cookies and Cream). They’ve gone above and beyond to create their own recipes, which they’re confident, will keep the Indian consumers coming back for more. Socially and economically, all factors point to the inevitable. ‘We are moving towards a healthier lifestyle,’ says - Yatin Lanka and promises that there will be something new every day to try at the store. The differentiators are not only limited to the flavors of non-fat frozen yogurt but also their innovative toppings. Vegan Marshmallows, Hazelnut fudge, organic rose petals and fruit poppers made from Molecular Gastronomy to name a few.

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LOCATION – Opp. VLCC, Beside Vasudeva Dhaba, Sindhi Colony, Pendergast Road, Secunderabad.

Contact - 6681 0077

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A Day From Brinda Prasad ’s Diary..

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LIFESTYLE The first thing I do in the morning is to pray! I apply a pinch of sacred vibhooti in my mouth and I start my day.

Along with tea, I read Sai Baba Satcharita. It’s a compilation of different incidents when Sai Saba was alive, which tells us everything about him and the experiences devotees have witnessed. It is like a Bhagvad Gita for every Sai Baba believer.

I read a few pages everyday and I get on to the other things.

At 9:00, I do my morning exercises for 20 minutes, which includes elliptical training.

I also cook for my husband on some days depending on what he likes. I am very simple with food and I prefer it homemade. But if I go out, I enjoy my all time favourite – mutton biryani.

I am a homemaker, irrespective of my work schedules. I have my house to take care of.

Although I have a maid who cooks for us, I do guide her during special occasions. I pay my bills.

I make my morning calls to my parents! I have to talk to my whole family, about how things are and how my day is going to be. We connect to each other every day, no matter where we are in the world. My breakfast is always with my husband and I make sure I never miss that!

When it comes to weddings, it is something which happens once in a lifetime. That’s their big day and when you see the happiness of the people around and when they appreciate you for your good work and when in return you get complements, it’s a different satisfaction altogether. It’s not about money all the time, but getting the right things done at the right time, which matters a lot!

OVERCOMING PROFESSIONAL HURDLES My husband is a pillar of strength and my mentor. Luckily, I am married to my best friend. I can be rest assured when he is around me. I can overcome any problem when he is around me. When there is a crisis, I don’t have to worry because, I know he is there to sort it out. The profession that we are in, we are prone to competition. But as long as it’s healthy, there is nothing to worry about! I love hanging out with friends – Sandhya, Maggie, Shruthi, Sharmila and Nikki. They are my stress-busters!

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By noon, I get ready and I am off to work. I am meticulously punctual and I hate people who do not value time. I am a cleanliness freak and I have an obsessive compulsive disorder with cleaning - be it my house or work place. I get paranoid when things are messy around me. When there is lesser clutter around you, there is lesser clutter in your life. No matter how busy I am, I try to eat on time and I don’t like to stretch too much on my hunger.

Creativity is like a field of science and technology, which needs to get upgraded constantly. Fashion changes and so are the needs of the people. Based on that, you need to update yourself with the latest trends. People here want something exclusive and different from what others have. In our field, working on the right package to cater the clients’ requirement within their set budget, is the biggest challenge. Irrespective of what their budget is, we respect every client and they are important to us. There is no big or small client. All are equal! So trying to do that, the team believes and works towards that single challenge to satisfy our clients. But the best thing about my profession is that I get to meet different kinds of people and it’s always new. And I get to travel as well!

My most memorable holiday trip is when Vishnu & I went to Dubai in 2008 February.

It was such an unplanned trip, yet so much fun. We enjoyed the desert safari and shopped till we dropped.

We also did a lot of fun stuff.

We didn’t know how much we shopped till we actually started packing. For me, a perfect vacation would be chilling with family, good food and some good shopping.

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The Tulip Quiz Nickname –

Bunnu If not a Wedding Planner, what you would have been -

I would have been into movie production.

What would you choose A). A candle-light dinner with husband B). Holidaying with

family / friends

C). Shopping D). Other –

Best childhood memories -

We are three sisters and we had a huge gang of friends who used to visit us. Our home was the hub and my dad used to take care of them all the time and it was much fun.

Favourite cuisine – A). Indian (I like spicy Andhra food).

B). Mexican C). Italian D). Other Best lesson life taught you –

To value people who love you. Also – to give and take respect. Success introduces you to the world, but failure shows you what the real world is.

FIVE THINGS I ALWAYS CARRY BEFORE LEAVING HOME

Favourite season and why -

I hate Summers. I love August because it’s my birthday month (laughs).

I like winters in India.

5 THINGS PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME…

House keys Mobile Laptop Handbag (it has a world of its own)

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MY MANTRA TO SUCCESS It is very personalized. It differs from one individual to the other. For one it is professionally inclined for another, it is spiritually. I also believe that there is no easy way to success, but hard work. What I have been thought and believe is to do your best and the results would come.

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THREE MOST FAVOURITE BRANDS IN APPAREL Pankaj and Nidhi, Sabyasachi, Anamika Khanna, Manish Malhotra (among apparel).

Tahari, Clay Borne, Fossil, Bruno Magli and Coach (among footwear) Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Chanel (among accessories)

I am very spiritually inclined. I am a huge devotee of Sai Baba.

He is my spiritual Guru.

I am a very family oriented person. My family is my lifeline and I can’t do anything without my family. I meet them at least once a day, virtually!

I love to shop! That would be in first thing in my agenda wherever I go in the world.

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I love my work. I like to do anything on the creative side.

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MOVIE REVIEW

MOVIES IN JUNE ROWDY RATHORE Director -Prabhu Deva Cast - Akshay Kumar, Sonakshi Sinha Rowdy (Akshay Kumar) is a small-time thief and crook, who is crazy about his daredevil acts. One day, he gets the shock of his life when a young girl turns up and claims him to be her father. It turns out that the girl is the daughter of IPS Police officer Vikram Singh Rathore (also Akshay Kumar). Vikram is the long-lost twin of Rowdy.

After the two meet in an excitement shock, Vikram Rathore is confronted by underworld-gangsters who then murder him right infront of Rowdy and therefore Rowdy has to fill into Vikram’s position in the police force as well as his home and find out who his murderers were.

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TERI MERI KAHANI ISHAQZAADE Ishaqzaade is a rustic love story between Parma (Arjun Kapoor) and Zoya (Parineeti), two youngsters from opposite clans of the political scene in Almor, a small town in central India. Their journey starts off with great friction, amid campaigning for the local MLA election. With campaign, romance and betrayal, the journey is not a bed of roses by any means. This is one of those rare rustic love stories to come out of Bollywood, amid a slew of urban movies coming out every other week. Parineeti Chopra is the lifeline of the movie. She is natural and emotions just come so easily to her, be it mischief or rage or romance.

She is a real talent to watch out for! The hunky Arjun Kapoor makes a very earnest debut. The kind of effort that a city lad like him must have put to get into the skin of such a rural character, is admirable. The chemistry between the lead players is the main reason why this movie leaves a mark on you.

Director - Kunal Kohli Cast - Shahid Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra Can we truly love one person throughout our life and hope that fate makes us meet with the same person in every life? This story takes us through a journey of eternal love between a couple who have vowed to love each other not only in this life, but in every life to follow.

Their love is so strong that even destiny wants to bring them together.

The story starts in 1960 Bombay with Govind and Ruksar, then moves ahead to present times, 2012 England with Radha and Krish and then goes back in time to Punjab, 1910 with Aradhana and Javed.

DANGEROUS ISHHQ Sanjana (Karisma Kapoor) is a super model who leaves her career behind for the love of her life Rohan (Rajneish Duggal). However, fate works against them and Rohan gets kidnapped. Enters hot-shot cop ACP Bhargav Singh (Jimmy Shergill) who denies the kidnapper a ransom of 50 crores, as he gets the divine intervention that even money wouldn’t get Rohan back. It is in this extreme trauma that Sanjana discovers something extraordinary. She sees visions of them together sometime in the past, in different eras. How her past life actually helps her find Rohan, is what follows through the rest of the plot. Ten minutes into the film and you start cursing your bad karmas of the past which lead you to watch this heap of crap. Right from the gun-totting, mask wearing hoodlums who barge into a billionaire’s house effortlessly out of nowhere, to sudden flashbacks within flashbacks that Sanjana keeps going through; almost everything in the film is bizarre.

Director - Timur Bekmambetov CAST - Benjamin Walker, Dominic Cooper When Lincoln is eleven years old, he learns from his father that vampires are real. Thomas explains to his son that a vampire killed Abraham’s grandfather. Young Abraham is also shocked to learn that his beloved mother succumbed not to sickness, but rather being given a fool’s dose of vampire blood, the result of Thomas’ failure to repay a debt. Lincoln vows to kill as many vampires as he can. A year later he lures the vampire responsible for his mother’s death to farm and manages to kill it with a homemade stake. At the age of sixteen, Lincoln gets nearly killed. He is saved by vampire Henry Sturges. Henry nurses Lincoln back to health and explains some of the nature of vampires, emphasizing that some vampires are good and others are evil.

MADAGASCAR III Director - Eric Darnell and Tom McGrath Cast - Ben Stiller and Chris Rock Alex, Marty, Melman and Gloria set out to return to New York after escaping to Africa.

Dependent on the mechanical know-how of the notorious chimpanzees and penguins, their plan inevitably goes awry and they find themselves stranded in Monte Carlo, where they try to escape Europe from animal control led by Captain Chantel DuBois by joining up with a traveling circus by chance. Led by the venerable Siberian tiger Vitaly, the animal-centered circus has seen better days. During the course of a tour through a series of European cities that ends in a fabulous big top in the heart of London, Alex, Marty, Melman and Gloria help Vitaly, Gia and Stefano; rediscover their passion for show business and reinvent circus performance.

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orgeous, hotblooded Latin millionaires Once upon a time, handsome, privileged and sexy Rafaello Grazzini made the gardener’s daughter, Glory, feel like a princess! Sadly, the fairytale came to an abrupt end. Now Glory needs Rafaello’s help, but he insists on outrageous, passionate payment! Damiano Braganzi – the handsome, banker husband Eden thought she’d never see again – is back.

Eden knows her love for Damiano is still strong, but she knows she could lose him; she must let go in the bedroom. Polly only became a surrogate mother to handsome Venezuelan businessman Raul Zaforteza’s baby to pay for a life-saving operation. Raul will do anything to keep his baby; he’ll even marry pretty Polly! To date, Lynne Graham had written over 50 romance novels. She won her first RITA Award for Song of the Lorelei in 1991 and a second for His Brother’s Child in 1998. She also writes under the pseudonym Penelope Stratton.

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he story sees Natalie Fletcher, the daughter of a prominent business man who owns the money-making Fletcher Industries, clash with arson investigator, Ryan Piasecki. Natalie Fletcher - cool, calm and collected, until someone started making trouble for her business! When Natalie’s buildings which have contents of new merchandise from her soon-to-be opened business are burned down, she and Ryan clash.

Soon they are putting out fires between themselves which they have to investigate and know who exactly is igniting them. This is one of the few books that could put business and pleasure in one sentence and make it work. The writing is descriptive and precise.

Written sarcasm has never been so easy to read. The conversations are fluent and the use of language is definite and understandable.

Nora Roberts’ Night Smoke is a book that you will find hard to put down when you start reading.

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hen young Eragon finds a polished blue stone in the forest, he thinks it is the lucky discovery of a poor farm boy; perhaps it will buy his adopted family meat for the winter. But when the stone brings a dragon hatchling, Eragon realizes he has stumbled upon a legacy nearly as old as the Empire itself. Overnight, his simple life is shattered and he is thrust into a perilous new world of inescapable destiny, magical forces and powerful people.

With only an ancient sword and the instruction of an old, mysterious, hermit storyteller for guidance, Eragon and the fledgling dragon must navigate the dangerous terrain and dark enemies of an Empire ruled by an Emperor whose evil and power knows no bounds.

Can Eragon take up the mantle of the legendary Dragon Riders? The fate of the Empire may rest in his hands. Christopher Paolini’s abiding love of fantasy and science fiction inspired him to begin writing his debut novel - Eragon, when he graduated from high school at fifteen. Now nineteen, he lives with his family in Paradise Valley, Montana, where he is at work on Eldest, the next volume in the Inheritance trilogy. This is a wonderful fantasy book!

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irth of a Kingdom is the final novel in Mr. Guillou’s brilliant books of the formation of Sweden, known as - The Crusades Trilogy. It tells the amazing tale of Arn Magnusson, Swedish great hero, but also tells the full sweeping saga of the medieval world. At the great battle for Jerusalem, a mammoth and bloody struggle where the Christians were finally defeated, Arn is saved from certain death

by Saladin, his longtime enemy and trusted friend. Ravaged by wounds and sickness, Arn is at last granted his wish: to return at last to his homeland, it plagued by endless wars. Arn is determined to find her - the woman for whom he was exiled. From Arn’s education at the hands of enlightened monks, to his 20 years as the most feared and respected Templer Knight and his return to modernize and create Sweden, Mr. Guillou writing makes these historical novels modern literature. These are the bestselling novels in Swedish history and with the exception of Swedish royalty and the Prime Minister - Mr. Guillou is the most famous person in the country. The writing is exceptional, the plotting is thrilling and inspiring, with great political intrigue.

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Adventures In The Land Of

The Long White Cloud New Zealand is an amazing place with loads of natural attractions which have seen explorers, tourists and movie makers alike. But if you are going to visit for the first time and soak up the beautiful scenery, then these are the best places to visit...

NORTH ISLAND

AUCKLAND Land of Tree Adventures‌ Nestled in the treetops of the beautiful Woodhill Forest, only a short drive from Auckland City, there is an adventure wonderland waiting to be conquered. Tree Adventures are exciting new outdoor activities which offer wonderful experiences. With 10 different courses ranging from 3 to 14 metres above the ground, there’s something for everyone. Each course has a series of fun and challenging activities which wind their way through the treetops, ending with an exhilarating flying fox ride to bring you swiftly back down to earth. Suitable for novices through to hardened adrenalin junkies, Tree Adventures provides up to 3 hours of thrills, laughter and adventure and is an unforgettable experience. A day at Tree Adventures is a guaranteed great day spent outdoors and a unique and an exciting way to explore and enjoy the beauty of the Woodhill Forest.

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The region’s main centre is Tauranga and the coastal suburbs of Mount Maunganui and Papamoa have long been popular with visitors. The region is also home to the heart of the kiwifruit industry in Te Puke, the art-loving town of Katikati, quiet coastal village of Waihi Beach, historic Maketu and the tourist activity centre of Paengaroa.

There are plenty of things to do in Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty.

Choose from water adventures like white-water rafting, kayaking, dolphin encounters, parasailing and jet-boating. There’s also skydiving, scenic flights, blokarting (a locally-invented land sailor), horse treks, cultural experiences, golf courses and a variety of gardens and museums to peruse.

ROTORUA Winner of New Zealand’s Best City Six Times…

Rotorua captures the best of New Zealand all in one place! Whether seeking to experience Maori culture, geothermal earth forces, spa rejuvenation, thrills and adventure or any of the other natural assets such as 16 lakes, some of the world’s best mountain biking trails, fantastic trout fishing and myriad forest walking tracks – Rotorua

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QUEENSTOWN Adventure Capital Of The World…

Surrounded by majestic mountains and nestled on the shores of crystal clear Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown’s stunning scenery is inspiring and revitalizing. Is one of the best known cities of the South Island and probably one of the most beautiful in New Zealand (and also in the world). It has all types of tours, from the mellow and soft to the most radical tours and sports on Earth. The beauty of the surrounding area with the mountains in the background is simply breathtaking. Nestled in beside the mysterious Lake Wakatipu, in the Southern Lakes district of New Zealand, Queenstown is a cosmopolitan haven, offering a limitless adventure, southern wine and cuisine and breathtaking alpine scenery. Queenstown possesses the perfect location to base yourself while you explore the wonders of Fiordland National Park and the rest of the Southern Lakes region.

The magnificence of Queenstown’s lake side location and the range of accommodation and attractions available make it an essential part of any visit to New Zealand.

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BAY OF PLENTY Whether you’re after adventure, beach life or a bit of indulgence; the Bay of Plenty has all the bases covered. Located along the picturesque Pacific Coast Highway, the region is home to a beautiful landscape in which to enjoy a full range of activities year-round.

CHRISTCHURCH A Vibrant City In Transition, Coping Resiliently And Creatively…

The Garden City’s unique location at the confluence of the rivers - Stour and Avon and on the shores of its own spectacular natural harbour, makes it the perfect destination to relax and unwind. Close to the magnificent Dorset World Heritage Coast and the tranquil New Forest National Park, Christchurch is only a short drive from Bournemouth and Poole.

The cathedral in the main square is a must to visit and so are the botanic gardens. The area called Canterbury just behind the city and the plains which extend until the Alps, are fascinating. The Antarctic Centre - showcases the wonders of Antarctica including a Snow and Ice Experience, 4D movies plus a Beyond the Frozen Sunset audio visual show.

WANAKA The World’s First Protected Lifestyle Reserve…

There are lakes and mountains side by side and plenty of phenomenal walks and tracks to spend a fantastic day out. Take a scenic cruise on the lake, sample locally made exquisite wines or fish at one of the many easily accessible spots. Alternatively, venture into the hills and mountains surrounding Wanaka. There are many national and international events which take part throughout the year, attracting thousands of people to this beautiful region. Challenge Wanaka, Warbirds Over Wanaka, Festival of Colour, Winter Games, Contact Epic, Rippon and the Wanaka A & P Show have been integral parts of this lake for many years now.

delivers it all! The City is great for those who want to have a close contact with the Maori culture as well as the see the fantastic thermal areas of New Zealand. The lake right in front of the city is very peaceful and beautiful and the city offers an enormous number of activities and tours for all kind of tourists. It is only about 2 hours from Auckland, but more than one day there is recommended due too many fantastic things to see and do.

TAUPO If you are looking for excitement, why not do a skydive over the Great Lake, dive from the Bungy platform, Jetboat the Aratiatia Rapids on the Waikato River or Jetboat to the bottom of the spectacular Huka Falls. Wanting a little less action? Then maybe a cruise on Lake Taupo or a scenic floatplane or Helicopter flight over the majestic mountains of the Tongariro National Park might be more your style.

Enjoy water activities such as kayaking or whitewater rafting. Winter lets you experience the thrill of snowboarding or skiing on the slopes of the nearby Mt. Ruapehu ski fields.

TE ANAU AND MILFORD SOUND This region is the adventure tourism area of New Zealand. Te Anau is a great place to relax and enjoy your holiday. Use as a base for full day trips to Doubtful Sound and Milford Sound. Experience nature at its best in the walking capital of the world with the Milford, Routeburn, Greenstone and Kepler Tracks - all having guided walks (or do them independently). Te Anau’s unique Glow Worm Caves is a must to see. They can provide a door to door shuttle service for a very minimal price to the glow worm caves departing point, start of the Kepler Track and many others.

ATTRACTIONS Cruise Te Anau - Relax on a boutique cruise to the South Fiord of Lake Te Anau.

Te Ana-Au Caves - A boat trip and guided tour lets visitors see stalagmites, stalactites and glow-worms.

Lake Marian - Off the Hollyford road on the way to Milford, is one of the most beautiful places on earth. * To and fro air ticket to New Zealand & accommodation for one week Rs 2,00,000/- (Approx.) - for a couple JUNE, 2012 45

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Plants are great for both the atmosphere of the home, office as well as for decorative purposes. There are wide range of choices in indoor and outdoor plants and also numerous benefits. As we all know, plants are great for producing oxygen and in these match box concrete homes of ours, they would definitely bring in the lost air and ease suffocation. Indoor plants prove to reduce stress, fight colds, remove contaminants and even stop headaches. They improve your mental health, can reduce blood pressure and provide positive psychological effects. Outdoor plants purify the air around creating a sensation of soothe and peace. There are also plants with healing properties and health benefits. They improve your sleep and beautify your living conditions… For the modern homes, they all would look wonderful - displayed on tables, standing positions on the floor, hanging baskets or from brackets on walls. Plants add great colour and atmosphere to your interiors. They can be sun loving, shade loving, those that withstand humidity, those that withstand heat, those comfortable in hot and dry rooms and those that need little care. You can choose according to your lifestyles and tastes.

Snake Plant or Sansevieria

Unlike most plants which release Carbon-di-oxide at night, Snake Plant (also known as Mother-inlaw’s Tongue) does the reverse as it converts Co2 into Oxygen at night so you can safely keep it inside the bedroom. Their long leaves also add the designer touch.

Price – Rs. 50/-

Chinese evergreen or Aglaonema

These plants grow in low light, dry air and in drought. Chinese evergreen has silver gray and dark green leaves. It is one of the durable indoor plants. Chinese Ever green is an excellent selection for beginning green thumbs because it’s low-light lover and low maintenance. It’s also rated highly as an indoor purifier.

Price – Rs. 150/-

Rosemary

It is a woody, perennial herb with fragrant, evergreen, needle-like leaves and white, pink, purple or blue flowers. Rosemary is used as a decorative plant in gardens and has many culinary and medical uses. The plant is said to improve the memory. The leaves are used to flavor various foods, like stuffing and roast meats. Rosemary is also a natural mosquito repellant. It needs less water.

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Money Plant

Other than releasing oxygen in the air, money plant can also eliminate formaldehyde from the air that is commonly released by cigarette smoke and adhesives (used with wood furnishings). Money Plant is therefore especially useful in office buildings as they generally have lot of wooden furniture. They do not need much sunlight.

Price – Rs. 25/-

Croton Plants

Croton is an extensive flowering plant genus in the spurge family. The best known member of this genus is probably Croton Tiglium, commonly called croton, a tree or shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is known for its unique shapes, colours and patterns. It is used for decoration mostly.

Price - Rs. 45/-

Dracaena

It belongs to the genus of succulent shrubs and trees. They are tree-sized with stout trunks and stiff, broad-based leaves. They are smaller and shrub-like, with slender stems and flexible strapshaped leaves and grow as under storey plants in rainforests. Used mostly for ornamental purposes!

Price – Rs. 150/- to Rs. 300/-

These are flowering plants in the family Araceae, native to tropical regions of the Americas and southeastern Asia. Certain species of Spathiphyllum are commonly known as Spath or Peace Lilies. The plant does not need excessive light or water to survive. Several species are popular indoor houseplants. Spathiphyllum cleans indoor air of many environmental contaminants, including benzene, formaldehyde and other pollutants. It lives best in shade and needs little sunlight to thrive. It can be watered approximately once a week.

Price – Rs. 150/-

Syngonium

These are ideal Plants for rooms without sunlight as they can withstand dark rooms and full shades. They are woody vines growing to heights of 10–20 m or more in trees. They have leaves which change shape according to the plant’s stage of growth and adult leaf forms are often much more lobed than the juvenile forms, usually seen on small house plants. There are several variegated cultivars, the main differences being in the position and extent of the cream or white markings. Some leaves are almost entirely white, pink or yellow. Bring the nature into your house with our Green Syngonium.

Price - Rs. 599/-

Bougainvillea

It’s a perfect plant for all the climates; it grows best in very bright sun. Bougainvillea purple can also be used as indoor planat; it looks attractive with ceramic pot. It is available in many colours. The plant requires little water once established, if overwatered it will not flower. It makes an excellent hot season plant and its drought tolerance makes bougainvillea ideal for warm climates year-round.

Price - Rs. 100/-

Gulmohar

It is noted for its fern-like leaves and flamboyant display of flowers. In many tropical parts of the world it is grown as an ornamental tree and in English, it is given the name Royal Poinciana or Flamboyant. It is also one of several trees known as Flame tree. The tree’s vivid red/vermilion/ orange/yellow flowers and bright green foliage make it an exceptionally striking sight.

Price – Rs. 600/-

Ficus Compacta Bonsai

This impressive broad leaf, trouble-free evergreen has smaller leaves than the Ficus Benjamina and a full compact canopy - multiple trees fused together to form the trunk of this unique ficus tree. Homes, offices or dorms with low to high lighting conditions can be best venues for this plant. Low maintenance and care is needed.

Price – Rs. 2,000/-

Coleus

These plants are selected for their colorful variegated leaves, typically with sharp contrast between the colours; the leaves may be green, pink, yellow, black, maroon and red. New cultivars with varieties of colours are constantly being made. Coleuses are typically grown as ornamental plants. They are heat-tolerant, but they do less well in full sun in subtropical areas than in the shade. In mild areas plants can usually be kept as perennials if well managed.

The plant is not generally grown for its flowers, as it promotes stem elongation.

Price – Rs. 165/-

Dieffenbachia

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It is a genus of tropical plants in the Family Araceae noted for their patterned leaves. Members of this genus are popular as houseplants because of their tolerance for shade. Dieffenbachia plants can grow outdoors in tropical climates, but specimens kept as houseplants must be kept indoors during most of the year outside the tropics. In Brazil the plant is said to ward against negative energies and evil eye, etc. Because of this, it’s commonly placed on a seven lucky herbs vase, along with common rue, Capsicum annuum, snake plant, basil, rosemary and Petiveria Alliacea.

Price – Rs. 150/-

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Spathiphyllum

Ixora

It is a genus of flowering plants in the Rubiaceae family. It consists of tropical evergreen trees and shrubs. Found mostly in tropical Asia. It is commonly known as West Indian Jasmine. Other common names include - rangan, kheme, ponna, chann tanea, techi, pan, santan, jarum-jarum, Jungle flame, Jungle geranium and many more.

The plants possess leathery leaves, ranging from 3 to 6 inches in length and produce large clusters of tiny flowers in the summer. Members of Ixora prefer acidic soil, and are suitable choices for bonsai. In tropical climates they flower year round.

Red ixora flowers are commonly used in Hindu worship, as well as in Indian folk medicine.

Price – Rs. 500/-

Deep Woods Landscaping and Plant Nursery

This nursery in the bustling city of Banjara Hills provides tricks and treats for the concrete living. Comprising of a wide variety of indoor and outdoor plants, deep woods nursery has been catering to people for the past 14 years.

Also into landscaping, it includes eminent customers like Park Hyatt, Leonia resorts, Bottles & Chimney and even private customers who wish to decorate their farm houses, guest houses and holiday homes.

Location : Banjara Hills, Road No. 14 Contact - Mr. Mujahid 9246596056, 9966389192, 67271379

*** Given above are approximate prices. They may vary according to size, type and quality.

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PUBLIC DISPLAY OF AFFECTION

SPECIAL

HOW MUCH IS TOO MUCH? Quotes like - love is in the air and stolen kisses are always sweetest do not apply to the Indian context. It is looked down upon as if it is something cheap and illegal. India is a highly populated nation. Isn’t it the result of love making? Whoa! Let’s not go that deep! It is nice and cuddly in private. You can do anything you want, romance as much as you can and contribute with your best efforts to increase the population of the country. But why is the same romance done in a lot lower proportion in public, unacceptable? Leave alone streets or roads - it is unacceptable anywhere. Parks, malls, food joints, pubs and parties are venues for social gathering and interaction.

How many places can you control?

If love is an acceptable act, why isn’t its expression? Of course we are not talking about anything obscene. Indian culture has been redefined.

It is now an amalgamation of western culture and Indian practices. The society has changed! If the world is broad-minded, what is the point in having frog-in-the-well attitude? Love is not a crime. India has mythological stories and tales replicating the greatness of love and romance.

Then why is it such hyped about? People have personal choices which should be respected.

If people are seen indulging in public display of affection, the consequences are severe and brutal. They are interrogated, humiliated and beaten up by the cops. Their parents are called and a scene is created hurting the morale and bringing ill fame. Under section 294 of the Indian Penal Code, Public Display of Affection (PDA) is a criminal offence with a punishment of imprisonment up to 3 months or a fine or both.

This law has been blatantly misused by the police and the lower courts, to harass couples apparently engaging in PDA. The act clearly mentions that if people cause disharmony by exhibiting their affection in an indigestible way, they are victimized; but this is not being the case. They are questioned even if they sit together or travel by bike together. Right to freedom is always active, if you are an Indian citizen unless and until it is misused for unjust means.

If we consider the situation in general; it is completely acceptable to hold hands, hug with affection and give slight pecks in public. When we can accept such gestures in films and TV, then why not in real life?

There is a need to clarify and define what is obscene and what is not.

Times are changing and the youth definitely accepts PDA as a natural part of their life, be it with friends or a love interest. The rest- only time will tell.

‘We don’t believe in PDA in India. We do not approve of it not only in public but also in homes. Parents do not indulge in any physical expression in front of their children. We may belong to the modern era but our traditions and upbringing have such a strong hold on our minds that it is difficult to shred off. May be if we were not in such a closed society it would have been different. Cops are abusing their power over people. They threaten them so that they can gain profit out of it. Love is a beautiful feeling and you need to respect it. It is uncomfortable to view PDA but it is certainly not criminal and there should be no legal binds on it.

You should not cross the boundaries of decency though! We cannot criminalize such innocuous things. We are not in Victorian times to allow such outdated laws on our law books.’

- Dr. Akhileshwari Ramagoud, Lecturer at Loyola Degree College

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REVEALING THE SECRET LAKE The Secret Lake, popularly known as Durgam Cheruvu, is situated close to Shilparamam Craft Village, Jubilee Hills, Kavuri Hills and Hi-tech City. The reason behind the intriguing name is ambiguous. But many say that for many years, there were no roads to reach the lake and it was a well kept secret for twenty years. This lake, located near the home of Information-Technology industry, brings out the lost touch of nature in the concrete jungle. The lake brinks on the lush green terrains of the Jubilee Hills and it is spread over 83 acres.

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his lake previously served as the drinking water source for the residents of Golconda Fort. It was used for irrigation as well! The tourism department initiated steps to promote the lake as a tourist destination for its rich scenic surroundings and the picturesque lake waters. The lake also promotes fishing. As a part of the various beautification steps, the area surrounding the lake was illuminated with artificial waterfalls, a rock garden and a floating fountain. The place is made comfortable by adding proper seating arrangements, a 2 km walkway and an amphitheatre. Adventure activities like rock-climbing, trekking, rappelling, an art gallery and a sculptor park for artists were also introduced as attractions. This lake is one best place for the film shootings and it is recommended for its spectacular picnic spot. Pedal boating and camping can be mentioned as the USP of this place. Boating of all types - mechanized boat, water scooter and pedal boat are readily available here; which is the major highlight of this place. The A.P Tourism department has fixed a separate tariff for each type of boat ride. The trip on a mechanized boat would be really thrilling as it takes you from one end of the lake to the other. Similarly a ride on putty, which is newly introduced, is also quite thrilling and it would cost you around Rs. 20/per trip. You can also have very good time, exploring the rocky terrains.

All the climbing and walking can make you tired, the towering boulders provide the much-needed rest for the backs and the shade lures you to some sleep too. It is the ideal place to hang out on weekends with a group of friends, as the peace and tranquility is soothing.

das. The Arabian style cabanas will surely catch your attention. It will give an old world charm where you can spend quality time with your family. The restaurant provides some cool drinks and mouth-watering dishes. Secret Lake, by night; transforms to an outdoor venue for the local youth as the place is quite happening for partygoers. Even people who can’t or won’t dance, begin to groove to the foot tapping and loud music at the newly constructed dance floors near the lake that can accommodate quite a few people.

A cafeteria as well as a refreshment center is located on its banks that will pamper your taste buds. You can taste some authentic Hyderabadi Biryani or you could try the makeshift stalls for some piping hot pako-

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Granite shields around here are one of its kind in Asia. They date back to around 2500 million years, bringing rock lovers from all over the world.

You will be lured by the greenery and rock formations around the lake that is nestled in the hills, but one can see the high rise buildings of the city in the distance, making perfect contrast yet a beautiful scenery.

Durgam Cheruvu is at its best during rains. The precipitation and the gentle gusts of wind will suffuse you with awe and carry you to a new world. The smell of the wet leaves and rocks will captivate you. Then, there is the sun set which is the best time all around the year when you can see the sky casting a golden hue over the whole place giving it a magical appearance. This is the ideal place for nature and adventure lovers. It is away from the hustle-bustle of the city and you can spend your day here doing absolutely nothing or find something you never thought you may indulge in.

Timings - 10:00 am onwards

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THE BEAUTY OF KBR PARK

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Hyderabad is a metropolitan. It is carving its niche to be in the competition for global recognition. Surprising is the fact that, within this jungle of noise, buildings and modernization; there lies a jungle that is the complete antithesis of the megacity - one that is beaming with life, that is more primal and uncivilized and yet, exotically beautiful. This place is called the Kasu Brahmananda Reddy National Park or commonly abbreviated as KBR National Park and no tourist of Hyderabad should ever leave the city without checking the park out. It is a rather unique park in its own way. It was formally a 24acre palace complex but the park has an approximate area of 1.425 Sq Kms. It was built in 1960 but was declared as a national park in 1998, by the Government of A.P. It was established in 1994 in order to protect the biodiversity and richness of the area. It was formerly a part of the Nizam’s Chirhan Palace but now it has its own place and name. Apart from the picturesque view, it also includes historical monuments and royal splendor. The park provides an excellent lung space and environment from the busy city life and rising pollution levels.

The park is a supporting verdant forest with diverse flora and fauna - flora typically representing southern tropical deciduous forests and the last vestigial representative of the indigenous number of over 600 species of plant life including of trees, shrubs, climbers, herbs, grasses, besides several peridophytes, bryophytes and xerophytes and comprising 140 species of birds, 20 species of reptiles, 30 species of butterflies, 20 species of mammals and numerous invertebrates. It serves as an urban refuge and a home for jungle cats, palm civets, wild boars, hares, mongooses, monitor lizards, pythons, cobras and other snakes. No large mammals are present in the national park. In addition to this, there is also an increase in the population of peacocks with the number being more than 350, it is a visual treat to watch the national bird and swell our hearts with pride.

There are few water bodies present in the park providing the needed moisture for the plants and quenching the thirst of birds and small animals. The park is frequented in the evenings and weekends by young and old alike. It is mostly known to be a jogger’s park where people take out time from their busy lifestyles to keep a check on their fitness and health every morning and evening.

Laughter clubs, yoga, aerobics, pranayama and meditation can also take ample participation in these serene premises. The environment remains pleasant with the support of natural treasures and motivates people to visit the park on daily basis. It is considered as a protected groove of our state. It also has a refreshment area where you can buy coffee, water and other food products. As you walk by, you can hear sounds of exotic birds. You might even catch a glimpse of a peacock or two. The dense trees and foliage inside the park will most times cause a drop of temperature once one enters the park premises. It is a wonderful feeling of freshness and coolness that cannot be found in the humid and sweaty environment of the city.

Most of all, good infrastructure benches backed by an able group of park custodians and maintenance crew, assures that the park is clean and well-maintained throughout, preserving its beauty and grandeur for generations to come.

Timings - 6 am to 8 am and 4 pm to 6 pm Getting There - It is located in Jubilee Hills.

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Passion Pursued !

Jayveer Sabharwal is a well known name in the business industry of Hyderabad. He has taken up his father’s business of travel and hotels after education. But later, he heard his calling! His passion drove him towards an undiscovered field. He always knew he had an instinct for creativity and enjoyed it thoroughly. But it was later that he discovered his hidden passion for event designing. He is now known more popularly for his event and marriage designing and management. He found his vested interest in this field, when he first took detailed care of his own marriage arrangements. He made sure everything went well and the result was picture perfect. People appreciated him for his work and he began figuring out what he really enjoys doing.

He set up his own workshop with the undying support and help from his family and began taking up event designing in the evenings. He has been working for more than three and a half years and he says that He falls in love with his work every day. He is known for making his own designs, unique artworks and creations. This made his a noted down name in the market. His USP lies in variations he loves to inculcate. He comes up with something new and fresh every time and he has many satisfied customers who come back to him time and again. He believes that every couple is special and that they deserve to be the best. He personalizes things his way; taking the initial idea from the bride, groom and their family. He takes out a week or ten days and designs 2 to 3 designs according to their preferences. He also created a 3-d design which 54 JUNE, 2012

makes it easy for the customers to visualize their dream venue. He has to leave his mark or touch behind, so that he is remembered for years to come. He has been in love with creative things and has been creating since childhood. But he wasn’t that keen on pursuing it as a career. He took up his father’s business as expected from the only heir and son but his passion drove him towards it.

He now handles both the businesses efficiently. He is very good at organizing his time and work. Organizing a wedding is no child’s play but with pre-planning and co-ordination, it all can be done. The best part is when you see satisfied, happy, proud and beaming faces and all the hard work pays off. He personally takes part in those events and sees if everything is up to the mark and well conducted. ‘The customers need

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not worry about the planning at all. They can walk in as guests and enjoy the wedding to the fullest’ he says. He is totally into it as a profession, as a hobby and as something he loves and enjoys. He deals with one event and a time and does not cluster the organizing. It all depends

on the planning and he believes in doing it perfectly. The field is ever growing. It is a supply and demand market. The best one who caters to the exact demands wins. People are willing to pay money. They are bored of the standard. They want something different. They want everything to be new and unique. They are willing to experiment. Gone are the days when the same style was used for every wedding. The newer the better, is the latest trends. The market is booming like never before. You get married only once. It has to be special. Those precious moments should be able to replay themselves. People are yearning for fairytale weddings.

and for his own happiness. He is looking for more creative ideas and options. It is a challenge to make each wedding with a different idea and feel. He wants his customers to be happy with his work. Because he dearly loves it. Money isn’t his main preference! He wants a wedding to be memorable and he is catering his best efforts to make it so. You need to have deep creative thinking and extraordinary planning skills to be in this profession. It is ever booming so there is hundred percent scope and satisfaction guaranteed. To survive, you need to keep improvising and adapting to the changes in the market and its style. You should change the approach and technique every time. Analyze the market and adapt to new trends.

His family has been very supportive of him. They are his strength. They believe in his potential and encourage him thoroughly. His dad inspires him most as he is the one who taught him how to face challenges and how to face the world. He is his idol and he looks up to him always. His wife and mother have been two strong pillars and guided him through the journey. His family completely understands him even his father supports him whenever he has to attend a wedding and can’t go to office.

He is counting his blessing in the form of his wife, mother and a beautiful eight month old son. He enjoys staying at home and spending time with his wonderful family. He can always stay back home or go on long drives with family to coffee shops or social events. He loves to spend his weekends at new places. He profusely thanks his amazing family for their love and support.

People from Mumbai and Delhi don’t have much time. They spend their time in dancing in baaraat and sangeet. They have their own style of celebrating it. They crave more for celebrities to be the highlight of their marriage procession. Hyderabad is a metropolitan city. They want their fast paced life to slow down to enjoy those special moments in life.

They believe in standing out! They want to be talked about and noticed. The special attention they get, will give them immense pleasure and satisfaction. And Mr. Sabharwal hopes to deliver to them just that.

He can see people knowing him through it. He does it out of his passion

- By Uma Pranathi Narayan

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o you want to impress your loved one by inviting them over for lunch or dinner at your place? Here we go! Chefs from various hotels share their signature dishes, with the readers of Tulip. They are easy to make and is even fun, when you have someone to help you out…

METHOD OF PREPARATION Marinate the prawns with little coriander paste, spring onion paste, garlic paste, lemon juice and salt, keep it aside for half an hour. Heat the ghee, add in shahi jeera, sauté and add the finely chopped bulb of the spring onion, sauté well. Add in all the ingredients together except prawns, tomato puree and garam masala, cook well at a low flame till it get mashed and oil oozes out, little water can be used in this process. Add the fresh tomato puree and cook well. Deep fry the prawns and add in the gravy, stir a bit, sprinkle some garam masala, a dash of lemon juice and serve hot garnished with juliennes of bell peppers and coriander sprig.

MEHLATI KE JHINGE INGREDIENTS (2 Portions) Tiger prawns - 6 nos Coriander leaves (finely chopped) – 200 gms Spring onion (finely chopped) - 400 gms Ginger paste - 40 gms Ghee or Refined oil – 100 ml Salt to taste Green chili (finely chopped) - 2 nos Fresh tomato puree – 100 ml Royal cumin (Shahi jeera) – 5 gms Cumin powder – 10 gm Coriander powder – 15 gms Red chili powder – 10 gms Garam masala powder – 5 gms Lemon juice – 1 tbsp Chef de Cuisine – Rakesh Anand Singh is the man behind the current Royal Curry Festival @ Kangan, which will go on for the first week of June. He is renowned for introducing several dishes onto the a la carte, to make sure there is always something new to look forward to, for every guest. He takes pride in customizing dishes according to guests’ requirement.

MANGO CHEESECAKE (18 servings) INGREDIENTS Mascarpone cheese – 450 gms Castor sugar – 75 gms Corn flour – 45 gms Eggs – 3 Vanilla beans – 1 Vanilla flavor – 10 ml Mango pulp – 100 gms Fresh cream – 75 gms Melted butter – 75 gms BASE Cream cracker – 500 gms (powdered) Soft butter – 250 gms (creamed together) Castor sugar – 300 gms 56 JUNE, 2012

- Made by Rakesh Singh Anand Westin Hyderabad Mindspace

METHOD OF PREPARATION Cream together cheese, castor sugar, vanilla beans and corn flour; till the sugar is dissolved. Add eggs with vanilla flavor gradually. Finally add the mango pulp into the mixture. Take 12 flexi muffin moulds - put 10 gms of cracker base and press it flat to the bottom. Add 50 gms of cheese mixture on the cracker base. Bake it at 150 degrees C for a few minutes. Ready to serve!

My cooking style has been evolved according to the requirement of the clients and that’s where a chef’s culinary skills come into play, says – Executive Chef – G. Muthukumar. I like to talk to them and ask them personally how they liked something which they tasted. The bottom line is to satisfy them with what we serve.

- Made by G. Muthukumar Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre

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MURG MARCHWANGAN KORMA INGREDIENTS Chicken Curry Cut – 1000 gms Ghee – 100 gms Cinnamon – 1 no.

Bay leaf – 1 no.

Green cardamom – 2 gm Onions (chopped) – 200 gms Ginger garlic paste – 50 gms Kashmir chili powder – 100 gms Red chili powder – 20 gms Curd – 100 gms Tomato purees – 100 gms Cockscomb flower (mawal) – 100 gms Salt to taste Green cardamom powder – 2 gms Fennel powder – 2 gms Dry ginger powder – 2 gms Fresh coriander chop – 50 gms Executive Chef - Girish Krishnan holds an avid passion for cooking and has a flair for grill and barbeque preparations. He fosters the idea of authentic cuisine and believes that food should be prepared the way it is supposed to be.

METHOD OF PREPARATION Soak cockscomb flower in boiled water for 45 minutes. Strain it to get cockscomb extract.

Heat ghee in lagan. Add whole spices and crackle them. Add the chopped onion – sauté till light golden brown. Add the ginger garlic paste – make it brown. Add salt and red chili powder, Kashmir chili powder and cook for a second. Add curd; cook until ghee comes on top of the gravy. Then add tomato puree and sauté until ghee comes on surface.

Add chicken curry cut, sauté well till oil comes on top. Add cockscomb extract and cook well. Add half liter water, give one boil and simmer for 25 minutes on Dum. Add green cardamom powder, fennel powder and saunth powder. Stir well, add chopped coriander Check seasoning. Ready to serve!

- Made by Girish Krishnan Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre

TISSRIO SUKKE (Traditional Goan style clam served with pav and a shot of good old port wine) INGREDIENTS Clam – 200 gms Oil – 50 ml.

Finely chopped onion – 4 nos.

Green chili slit – 6 nos.

Turmeric powder – 1 tsp.

Red chili powder – 1 tsp.

Cumin powder – 1 tsp.

Salt to taste Ginger garlic paste – 60 gms Chopped tomatoes – 50 gms Grated coconut – 150 gms Sugar – 10 gms Lemon juice – 1 no.

Chopped coriander leaves – 50 gms Coconut milk – 150 ml METHOD OF PREPARATION Wash the clams with salt turmeric and vinegar to remove all the dirt. Heat the pan and add some chopped onions.

Cook till its light brown. Add ginger garlic paste and the clams. Sauté it well! Add turmeric, cumin powder and red chili powder and cook well.

Add tomatoes and cook till the tomatoes are softened. Add lemon juice and finish with fresh coriander leaves and grated fresh coconut. Serve it hot with Goan masala pav and a good old port wine.

Executive Chef – Gaurav Chakraborty believes that it’s extremely important to know what exactly guests need. We need to understand their background, their tastes and preferences. We cannot serve a south Indian dish to someone who prefers to have Continental.

Sometimes, people travel and taste food, more often than chefs do. So they know more about how a dish has to look and taste. We therefore cater the guests, the best of what they want and how they want it.

- Made by Gaurav Chakravarthy Novotel Hyderabad Airport

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air is the symbol of youth and virility for both men and women. It adds beauty to the appearance. May it be long, black and lustrous or short, brown and simple; hair will always make you look beautiful. No matter your face shape - round, oval, square, heart or long; there will be haircuts and styles which look best on you. A new haircut is a confidence booster. It will make you feel positive and noticed…

Ladies! If you are risk takers, short hair styles and cuts are just the ones for you. If glamour is your goal, have a medium length hair. For the classic touch to your style, try long haircuts.

For guys, though the options are few, you can always try new variations…

Depending on the face shape and structure, you can determine your hair style. The basic rule to remember while getting a hair cut is that you should not highlight your drawbacks. Remember that every hairstyle or haircut has a weight line. Make sure the weight line points towards your best feature. Make sure you do a lot of research before changing old hairstyle. The best part about hair is you can play with it as you like. It even grows back! So don’t be scared to experiment. Maintenance of hair is also crucial. Shampoo and condition whenever needed! Do not use chemical studded hair products.

There are a wide range of haircuts and hair styles. You can have your cuts depending on the texture and style of your natural hair. Let us have a fashion overview of the styles in trends right now -

Bangs

Bob Cut

Bun

Choppy Hair

Curly Hair

BANGS

Bangs, most commonly known as fringes, are one of the most popular names of hairstyles and look utmost sassy and sophisticated on all length hair. The bangs refer to a particular shaped-cutting of the front section of the hair in a way that is combed forward and generally curls or hangs over the forehead. Typically, the fringe or bang is cut moderately straight above or till the eyebrows, but a unique style can also be achieved with a ruffled or ragged look or simply getting it spiked with a hair gel or elegantly swept on one side of the forehead. For a funkier look, the bangs are also sometimes cut longer to cover the eyes partially. Bangs can make a boring cut edgy. They can take years off a face and they bring attention to the eyes. They are flattering on almost all face shapes.

BOB CUT

This is one of the classic names of hairstyles typically designed for short hair lengths. This can be again cut ultra-small for a sassy, slick look or till the chin for a more bold appearance. This typical short hairstyle is cut perfectly around the chin length and is aligned very close to the facial area. This style is more common among the women and the popular Victoria Beckham bob cut has added more to the craze for this hair trend. This style will never go out of trend no matter whatever the current fashion is. Many prefer to have this style.

BUN

This is a classic women hairstyle, where the hair is pulled back into a beautiful knot placed at the top of the head. This is also among the few names of hairstyles where a number of interesting styles can be achieved and looks well with long hair only.

CHOPPY HAIRSTYLE

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with side or front bangs. This hairstyle looks pretty on small and middle-length hair as well.

CURLY HAIRCUTS

Curly hair cuts are unmanageable frizzy and difficult to maintain but with careful planning and right cut, you can take care of your hair easily. Opt for something that will complement and enhance your texture. It can be either natural or artificially done with the help of hot curlers.

Faux Paus

FAUXHAWK

Feather Cut

Layer

Pixie

Retro

Specifically popularized by Davis Beckham, this is one of the classic names of hairstyles for young men and is achieved without shearing off the hair on the sides, thereby resembling the true Mohawk style without having to cut down most of the hair.

FEATHER HAIRSTYLE

This style features the hair grown long on both the sides to cover the ears and is cut un-layered with either a center or side parting to give a more feathery look.

LAYER HAIRCUT

Layered haircut comes with number of layers where the shortest being the uppermost and length increases. In the end, it gives way to innovation and creativity. You can choose the right style to see if it suits you or not. Different sections of the front hair are cut at different lengths to achieve an impression of the layers.

PIXIE CUT

Among the best names of hairstyles, the pixie cut for women is ever-popular since its emergence in the world of fashion. This is among the few elegant names of hairstyles which look exceptionally gorgeous and sassy on very small hair length and typically feature an ultra-short layered hairstyle for women with shaggy fringes or bangs. It suits thin faces and long necks most.

RETRO HAIRSTYLES

The retro hairstyles are among the most popular names of hairstyles for both men and women and typically signify the glam of the 60s and 70s in a hairstyle that is side parted with side bangs or curls. For men, neat side partings typically feature these names of hairstyles.

Shag

Spikes

Updo

Wavy

Razor

SHAG HAIRCUT

This style is messy and textured. Lots of layers cut into the hair create this messy effect by eliminating any solid lines. Highlights and lowlights are an effective way of emphasizing the texture of your shag. This style is for both men and women.

SPIKES

Spikes are one of the common names of hairstyles for men and looks particularly well on small or ultra-small hair. The front spikes are achieved by using a hair gel.

UPDO

This is among the most simple names of hairstyles in which the hair is twisted and pulled up at the back of the head and is placed in position using hair pins. The French Roll is one of the most popular and sophisticated updo hairstyles for women.

WAVY HAIRSTYLES

These names of hairstyles are more common for women having natural waves or light curls in their hair. Natural wavy hair with side bangs look exceptionally glamorous and the same can be achieved on straight hair as well with hot rollers.

RAZOR HAIRCUT

It is done to add more shape and texture to your hair but if you are not careful using a razor the ends might look frizzy this one is surely not for the curly hair texture. These names of hairstyles are for both men and women, and feature a choppy short-layered hairstyle, with side-swept bangs.

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It started in 1983. It is the first unisex salon. It offers everything from skin treatments to hair treatments. They use complete herbal and natural products. It is known for its hair re growth and deep conditioning services. They make the products themselves under the name Veda way. The products are chemical-fee without side effects. They also offer natural therapies like spa mostly for skin and body.

‘Summer is known for short haircuts and styles.

Scrunched wet look is the in-thing this summer. The colour is mostly dark from the roots and lighter at the ends mostly blonde, caramel and honey colors. It gives you a sun-kissed beach look. You can try a lot of hairstyles like - a high pony tail curled at the ends, scrunched up hair, a bun, a solid parting and hair tied up towards one side, a fish braid and a lot others. The goal is to keep the hair off the face. Round faces can go for mid length hair. People with short height and build should not sport long hair.

People with short necks should get a sharp A-line cut, so that it enhances the shape.’

Karisma Chandiraamani Owner

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A unisex salon, transfers you completely into a new world as you step into this upscale Moroccan ambiance. It offers elite beauty services of international standards now for the first time in Hyderabad as it is one of its only kinds to have an exclusive makeup studio which uses top notch products like Bobbi brown, Mac, Chanel, Dior etc apart from the regular salon.

‘Who says summer demands short hair? Here at tresses we are introducing summer 2012 latest hairstyles where layering your hair not only look chic but also helps you maintain it easily still keeping your length intact mocha streaks are a rave and so is one red streak which is back in fashion.

Darker browns are recommended if one wants to go global.’

Divya Reddy Owner

Hakim’s Aalim

Hakim’s was an A list Bollywood hairstylist, catering to the top notch celebrities. Aalim took up his father’s profession after he passed away. He set up his own salon at Bandra (Mumbai) and has developed a chain of salons. Hakim’s Aalim is mostly known for being a hair and tattoo salon.

Its USP is its funky hairstyles. So it is for the people out of the ordinary.

‘Short haircuts are in this summer. There can be lot of experimentation and style but it’s better to stick to the old and comfortable style which is easy to maintain. If desired for styles, you can try layers.

Men hair should be care free and frequently washed with a shampoo. Red and blue tinges for hair will give you a cool, calm and relaxed look. You can try colouring without much style.’

Nitesh Arariya Hair Stylist

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Baby booties to Orthopedic sandals - we spend most of our walking life in shoes. Gone are the days when shoes were just meant for comfort and protection. Shoes today are a style statement; they matter as much as apparels do. It highly contributes to the overall look of an individual. Just like apparel, footwear too have evolved through decades. There are many kinds of footwear available today - for men varying from flip flops, to sneakers to boots to shoes etc., where as women enjoy a bigger variety varying from sandals, pumps, stilettos, boots, wedges, etc. Though men have a limited choice in footwear compared to women, despite having a conventional pair of sneakers every man needs to have certain shoes in his wardrobe - a shiny pair of dress shoes, formal black and brown shoes, a comfortable pair of sandals and a pair of attention grabbing boots. Tulip brings you an exclusive variety of styles and shoe trends from all over the city, for all age groups, which will definitely leave you spoilt for choice.

Inc.5 -

Regal Shoes, now a household name, launched Inc.5, 12 years ago. Inc.5 provides exclusive men and women footwear - semi casual, formal and exclusive range of party wear. Inc. 5 has also made its presence in 136 shop-in-shops in large Indian retail formats, such as Shoppers Stop, Lifestyle, Pantaloon, Reliance Footprint and central departmental stores. If you want to get noticed in your trendy and fashionable footwear, then Inc.5 is definitely stores you want to visit.

Brand Available - Inc.5 Price range – Rs. 750/- to 7000/LOCATION – Lumbini Amrutha Chambers, Shop 1 & 2, Nagarjuna Circle, Banjara Hills, Ph No. 66732865.

Payal Footwear-

Payal footwear has been providing an exclusive range on footwear for women, over a decade.

They have a range from smart trendy casuals to exclusive bridal wears. Famous for its ethnic and bridal wear footwear, Payal provides intricately designed sandals to meet the latest fashion trends along with comfort and at a very affordable price range. They offer different types of designer footwear for ladies, available in various designs and colour combinations. A must go, if you looking forward to buy beautiful Indian and ethnic footwear.

Brands Available - Princess, La’ beautiful and other leading women footwear brands.

Price Range – Rs. 100/- to 3000/LOCATION - 4-1-877, Tilak Road, Abids, Ph No. 66686495

De’Kobbler - All shoes at de’kobbler are made with a state of art technology. The provide footwear which are durable and range from flats, to footwear for men, to pencil heels and the six inched heel sandals. They have a wide range of wedding collection and party wear sandals.

Walk in to find beautiful collection which is designed to match your every party wear.

Brands Available – De’Kobbler, Nike, Adidas, Ganuchi and others.

Price Range – Rs. 595/- to 2895/LOCATION - Opposite Vengal Rao Park, Road No. 1, Banjara Hills, Ph No. 66102111

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Khadim’s -

A name now synonymous with the shoes which India walks in, Khadim’s is the 2nd largest footwear retailer in India in term of organized footwear retailing. It has more than 630 exclusive retail outlets across the country. And by far, the leading shoe retailer in the east. Khadim’s has their own manufacturing unit which is capable of substantial pairs of rubber/EVA flip-flops, PU directinjection sandals/slippers, canvas footwear, sports footwear/sandals, ladies open footwear and other footwear. They also proposed an in house design studio to cater high-end products. Style and comfort at a reasonable price has been the USP of the store and they have always believed in providing quality footwear.

Brand’s Available - Khadim’s Price Range – Rs. 99/- to 2499/LOCATION – 17, M.G.Road (Near Mahtma Gandhi Statue), Ph No. 9703817488

Steve Madden - New York based international footwear giant, Steve Madden, has finally made its mark on the Hyderabad landscape. Steve Madden designs, sources and markets fashion-forward footwear and accessories for women, men and children. They market products under their owned brands including Steve Madden, Steven by Steve Madden, Madden Girl, Betsey Johnson, Betseyville and Big Buddha. It specializes in footwear for women, formal and party wear shoes along with footwear accessories. In the last twenty years, the company has made significant and groundbreaking strides over all.

Brands Available - Olsenboye for footwear, handbags and belts, Elizabeth and James, l.e.i. and Glo for footwear and Daisy Fuentes for handbags.

Price Range - Rs. 2,999 and goes upwards till 10,000 LOCATION – Diagonally Opp. to Levi’s, Road No. 36, Jubilee Hills, Ph No. 20015051 - By Chandni Parekh

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Wardrobe Must Haves For Her...

Clothes replicate an individual’s persona. It is what you observe first! In a person, we make impressions based on dressing senses. Clothes not only do the basic shielding, but also add the oomph factor. Choose wisely…

verybody fancies shopping! Once out, they go crazy, wild and choose everything they can get hold of. But stop right there! Don’t be a fashion victim and buy whatever is in there. Be honest and realistic on what suits you. Don’t buy unnecessary stuff just because they are in and hip.

Make a mental list of clothes you require. But firstly, you need to analyze your wardrobe to know what you really need. Give your wardrobe a brand new makeover. Bring newness and freshness to your life and transform your style!

To start with, analyze what you have and arrange all the clothes neatly on the basis of their type. Make a list of all the clothes you have with separate columns for tops, scarves, pants, shorts, dresses and footwear. List out all the possible combinations you can come up, with your clothes. Assess what you have and what suits you. Choose what you like and get rid of something that doesn’t fit.

You can try re-designing your existing clothes. For that, take out all the loose clothes, change their necklines, cut off their sleeves or alter them to fit. If you have a long skirt, you can shorten it. If you have old, worn-out jeans, you can always make Capris and shorts out of them. You can change a dress into a short top. You could even dye the fabric. Restyle your old clothes by adding embellishments or by altering them. Pair them with ribbons, sequences, beads, buttons, bows, metal chains, pockets, lace and anything fancy. You can paint your plain old t-shirt. You can cut layers out of your old skirt. You can change your look by adding just a few more enhancements. Layering can also help a lot in reviving your wardrobe and yet keeping it the same. Adding accessories can always transform the way your clothes look. They bring out a new dimension to your appearance. Wear jackets, scarves and other

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things which complement your dress. Buy leggings, scarves, vests, jackets, coats, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, stockings, footwear, hats, wallets and jewellery.

Next - decide to shop! Make a list of everything you want for your wardrobe. See what you missed out on. Warning! Shop only what is needed. Opt for clothes which can be mixmatched and styles which suit your body structure. You can experiment more with cheap clothes. Use standard colours and accessories. Avail internet sources for more ideas. Find a fashion idol and observe their style.

See how you can adapt and personalize their style as yours. Be simple, elegant and classy. Don’t let your clothes wear you. Don’t buy the entire shop! Even if you do, do not wear it all at once.

Always remember to try out clothes in the trial room before you purchase. Take out time and effort to get your clothes altered to fit your size. Remember to wear proper innerwear that covers your body before you do that! Dress smartly to camouflage your flaws. Accept your shape and curves. Do not try to hide it, but elevate the stand-out points in your personality. Choose appropriate clothing that flatters your figure. Buy nice inner garments so that they enhance the way you dress. You can always choose from white, black or cream.

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Here are a few basic essentials to choose from Clothes -

One fine fitting jacket One blazer White and black short tops Dressy shirts T-Shirts of different colors Tank tops Camisoles Leggings (black and white) Formal pants Sundress Little black dress

Foot wear Sneakers Heels Pumps Wedge Kohlapuri Ballerina Sandals Sports Shoe Boots (optional)

Accessories -

A big black bag A clutch Scarf Belt Bangles Necklace Bracelet Earrings Hair bands and clips Sunglasses

Change The best way to choose your core wardrobe is to put your life in a suitcase. Put in it, all you need to Shop for what you wear for a 5-day trip and make those essentials, your wardrobe basics. You will need a great fitting appropriate don’t like jacket, a blazer, black pants, skin-fit jeans, a slim black top, perfect fitting white t-shirt, a skirt, a chic clothes blouse, a crisp shirt, sexy heels, simple flats and of course accessories.

Do not forget to have shoes in your wardrobe.

Choose Concentrate also on your hair and makeup. The way you look determines the way what you you feel. Get yourself a new hair cut. Concentrate not only on buying clothes, but also its maintenance - wash, iron and fold and keep your clothes properly away like from insects and moths!

Find a good tailor and fix your clothes.

Mix and match your clothes and accessories

We have just given you a basic overview of clothes. Dressing styles differ from person to person.

Analyze We have college going youth, corporate people, socialites, house wives and many other beautiful women out there. your Choose your wardrobe according to your preferences and necessities. Create your own style statement. clothes

Change your hairstyle.

Take a good look at yourself before and after the makeover. Explore your style and keep experimenting. Do not worry about the rest.

Create your own style statement. Believe that you are beautiful and that you can change if you want to. Because, it is not what you wear, but it’s how you wear it!

Believe in yourself and accept yourself for what you are...

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Six Yards Of Sheer Grace

A Sari is the best known attire in Indian clothing. It practically symbolizes India and its traditions. Nowadays, traditional saris have been replaced by a large variety of cotton, chiffon, silk, synthetic and other textures. Portrayed below are a few of Hyderabad’s best looking personalities, defining their styles by sporting saris‌ Pinki Reddy looks party ready in Deepa and Rajini Sharma look absolutely stunning in their saris. The black sari with zari border is surely a head-turner, whilst the red sari is a simpleton attracting curious glances. They look simple, yet elegant.

Maniza looks elegant in this nude lavender colour sari. The neck-fit blouse just adds up to the oomph factor. The silver clutch perfectly matches her elegance personified look.

the rose coloured sari with silver embroidery and embellishments.

The clutch, bracelet and watch fall perfectly in sync with her diamond jewellery.

Jayasudha looks beautiful in her black fancy sari with colourful border.

The purse adds the much needed contrast.

Her body language adds a style of its own.

Poonam Kaur looks picturesque in her netted sari, sleeveless blouse, metal bangles and a beautiful smile.

Suhani looks absolutely gorgeous in this light baby-pink sari paired with a dark pink blouse and elegant jewellery.

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Shraddha Das is sporting heavy embroidery, traditional sari in complimenting shades of magenta and green. She looks stylish! The blouse and jewelry enhance the look even more.

Richa Gangopadhyay looks elegant in this wonderful sari.

Paired with a black blouse, this look successfully brought in simplicity. With earrings matching her sari, this look is carried off well.

Saakshi looks smoking hot in this red sari. Her sari has netted pallu with red stripes in just the right proportion. The bracelet, watch and earrings add to the glamour.

Clothes Maketh A Man!

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There is elegance and dynamism in sporting formal. The way men get dressed up, defines them. The aim is to convey positive vibes and a better attitude. It is important to understand how to get dressed to an occasion. Portrayed below are a few who believe that it’s not what they wear it, but it’s how they flaunt it. Let us have a look on what their dressing styles speak…

Faiz Khan looks simple, yet elegant in his formal attire. The red shirt that he wore was a head turner. He surely looks party ready.

Qutub walks his way graciously and he looks simply stunning. When it comes to dressing, white and black is the most common and most chosen combination.

His Louis Vuitton belt with gold buckle is definitely a head turner.

Rohit Reddy’s Hermes belt with golden coloured buckle goes well with his brown wrist watch.

He looks charming in full black and is all set to party!

Fasi Saberi smartly blends his casual attire with his black formal pointed shoes.

Hamed and Mir look happy as they are dressed in typical contemporary outfits. They are well accessorized with formal belts and wrist watches.

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PIECE OF LIFE

Revive The Lost Romance In Your Marriage

Marriage is the most sacred bond among all relationships. It is a union of two lives and two souls as one.

Such an amazing journey starts with all blooms, but simmers down as time passes. The reasons being - responsibilities, children, work stress, financial crisis, family problems, emotional disturbance, etc. We can’t just keep hovering about the problems, as it is a bond for life. We need to nurture it every day. It is a process, but you can find a solution and that is 68 JUNE, 2012

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all in love once again! There is a raving need for reviving your relationship in marriage. It is essential that you bring back the lost romance. Not only you, but your partner will also enjoy this radical change and appreciate your effort even thanking you for it. Start now! You may never know how badly you both needed this change.

You can focus on strengthening the positives and working out the negatives.

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irst focus on where your relationship stands. List all the negative and positive aspects. The changes needed, the things which hurt and the places to work on. There are small things and big things you can do to help revive that feeling.

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orgiveness is a well known ingredient for any successful relationship. Forgiveness doesn’t just mean letting go of a fight or letting your partner be correct for the sake of ending an argument. Forgiveness is the real deal. When something big goes wrong in your marriage and you decide to work through it with your partner and you decide over time that you are able to forgive them, you have to stick with that.

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ometimes just a simple thank you for making dinner makes a huge difference. Appreciate each other! Complement each other! Cherish the old memories and tell them you loved it and you still love it. Communication is the key essence in any relationship. Say how much they mean to you. By connecting through communication, you are no longer just a married couple who loves each other, but you are best friends as well and this helps to build a bond that is very strong.

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ug, kiss, hold hands and whisper sweet nothings into each other’s ears. Physical connection is important to help people bond and grow together. Don’t go a day without at least hugging your spouse and making sure they know how much you enjoy it. Give a foot massage to your wife before going to sleep or plan a candle light dinner. Forgive, appreciate, talk to each other, say I love you and be affectionate. And with these ingredients your marriage will thrive over the years and become stronger with them. Get close to your partner and share some love.

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ust take it back to where it all started. Go out on a date with your husband/wife and you will be surprised to see how much they would enjoy your company. Make a date for dinner and a movie and vow to not talk about kids, work or money. Just be with each other.

Make him/her a priority.

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o spice up lost romance in marriage, you have to present surprise gifts to your spouse. In this context, both women and men can be impressed with gifts. By this time you must know the likes and dislikes of your partner. Keep that in mind and get a surprise gift for your partner. Bring home flowers, candles, chocolates and gifts.

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now that your marriage will sail through only with love on your side. Remind your partner that you still love them. Remember, marriage doesn’t come easy during life’s busy times and you have to make your partner a priority in your life. Let them know you care and that you want to work on the romance together. Just focus on the fact that they mean everything to you and there will be nothing else in this world that will matter more.

- By Uma Pranathi Narayan

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WISE EDUCATION FOR KIDS

It is of prime importance to guide your kids onto joining the right school, right from the beginning. It helps them build a strong foundation over the time, which eventually makes them become better and more formidable personalities. Below given are the checklist and best facilities, every parent should consider for the welfare of their kids…

GLENDALE ACADEMY Glendale Academy is the only school within the city limits with a sprawling 10 acre campus. The school is designed with every key detail required in an educational facility and prides itself in offering an open environment required for the child to flourish. More than a mere school, Glendale is a nurturing ground for the mind, body and spirit.

LIST OF AMENITIES

Learning through activities Learning resource center Life skills studio Language Arts Studio Early Childhood Enrichment Studio Multipurpose halls, Labs, Dining Hall Infirmary and counseling facility Sports, Amphitheatre & Transport Admissions are on! CONTACT PERSON – Komal Mathews (64611937 and 65523980). E-MAIL ADDRESS - komal.m@glendaleacademy.net LOCATION - Beside Sun City, Golkonda Artillery Centre Gate

MOSAICA AMERICAN SCHOOL A diploma from Mosaica American School of Hyderabad points your child in the perfect direction for university of choice - your choice, your child’s choice. An education with Mosaica will provide all of the core content subjects that students need to go on to the best university anywhere in the world. Passing entrance exams for university of choice is our pledge for each student. Awaken your child’s intellect with student-centered learning designed for the individual. Mosaica features world-class content and college-preparatory skill building with compelling inquiry-based learning that is designed to spark students’ intellectual curiosity.

LIST OF AMENITIES

Fully accredited pre-kindergarten up to grade 12.

Unique paragon curriculum – bringing content to life through technology and hands-on project.

Fully secure play area, air-conditioned classrooms Highly qualified international staff.

Rigorous college-preparatory academic program.

Exposure to a global education guided by our onsite educational specialist.

Student-centered with a low teacher to student ratio.

DATE OF ADMISSION – Last date of admission is August 10, 2012 – from ages 2.5 years up to grade 12). CONTACT PERSON – Namrata Shah (49101699). E-MAIL ADDRESS – nshah@mosaicaeducation.com LOCATION – Plot No.16, H.No.1-63/3/16, Kavuri Hills (extension of Road No. 36)

MERIDIAN SCHOOL The mission is to synthesize old world values with futuristic approach, creating a perfect alignment of the body, mind and soul; producing thinkers and balanced achievers, who are sensitive to various social, ethical and environmental issues. The vision of the school is to inspire and empower children to think independently, integrate, excel and contribute to the progress of humanity.

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CAMPUS BUZZ Admissions are in progress for the academic year 2012 – 2013. CONTACT PERSON – Prabjot (65742471).

E-MAIL ADDRESS – meridiankids1@gmail.com.

LOCATION : Road No.40, Plot No.822, Behind Barista, Jubilee Hills.

ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL The vision at Rockwell is to focus on a curriculum that balances academics, co-curricular activities and personality development with a view to enabling each child to become a global citizen. They will strive to inculcate and nurture leadership qualities in every child along with self-discipline, ethical principles, respect and concern for others. Their mission is to develop a curriculum that focuses on self learning and practical approach to learning concepts.

LIST OF AMENITIES

Centrally Air Conditioned spacious Classrooms with provision for learning corners, specially designed child-friendly furniture, library, cubbies and AV facilities.

Common Library with a wide choice of age-appropriate books.

Laboratories for Science, Computers, Math and Adventure Zone.

Green Area for Gardening. Extensive Outdoor play areas designated for – physical education, sandpit and splash pool.

Language Arts, Audio Visual (AV) room, Art and Craft Hall, Separate rooms for Music, Dance and Drama, Yoga Centre and Indoor Games Admissions are on! CONTACT PERSON – Mitushi (67112035). E-MAIL ADDRESS - info@rockwellinternationalschool.com.

LOCATION - Plot No. 727, Road No. 36, Jubilee Hills

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Dance, music, art and craft, language enhancement, gymnasium, toy lounge, taekwondo, painting and abacus Extended school care-a-boon for working parents.

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BACK TO COLLEGE!

Summer vacations are done! The smell of new books, the excitement of making new friends again and relishing the canteen delicacies - it’s time to head back to the campus! It’s time to wake up early, work on assignments and attend classes. But college isn’t so boring after all. Going to college is one of the most exciting phases in everyone’s life. The friends and memories made in the college years stay for a lifetime. It’s that time of the year again to catch the latest Friday releases, bunk classes, play pranks and always cherish the bright college days.

When asked college students about how they feel to head back to college they were very excited and these were a few replies ‘I am very happy to get back to college after a long long vacation! I had missed my college, teachers, friends and all the naughty pranks we played in class. I get to be the senior this year! I am really waiting to get back to my college, my class and my friends whom I have been missing a lot all this while. A little friendly ragging with my juniors is definitely on my cards. This year, it’s our turn to welcome all of them’ says Shriya an inter second year student of Villa Marie College.

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‘I am actually happy that we are going to kick start a new year at college. It sure does pull the plug from holidays, late night cheer and long outing. But it also brings a fresh vibe onto college activities, friends and academics. I am pretty excited about this year in particular, as it would be the final year at college. I am sure I would make the best out of it. Can’t wait to get back to college!’

Ishna Rawlani ​St. Francis Degree College

Here are the days of college reopening, after a long break. We have to attend it, no matter what. Everything will fly past, just like the syllabus. I normally wait for holidays when I have college, but these holidays were boring and silent, because of the Summer.’

- Shikha Jain Villa Marie Degree college Ankit who is starting of as a fresher says - ‘I am going to start off with my engineering this year and I want to enjoy every bit of my college life. Engi-

neering was my childhood dream and I am all excited to shift to a hostel and enjoy my hostel life, as they say, - if one does engineering in hostels they have truly lived their lives. A little nervous though! But I hope to make a beautiful experience out of it.’ - Student College is one place where a person first learns individualism. We choose our friends and learn to make our decisions and we take part in various activities and competitions which give a sense of confidence and individuality. There is hardly any student who wouldn’t have enjoyed their campus life.

When asked Megha Jaju, a student from Villa Marie College about how she would feels to return back to college, she says – ‘I am super excited to get back to college! Especially because this is the second year and I am going to be the senior one. I will be organizing freshers party for my juniors.

I had missed my friends and teachers a lot and the feeling to get back is awesome. I am also excited to bunk classes again and visit canteen with friends. In my first year, I was nervous but now, I am going to enjoy more – the fiesta, the dance competitions and finally, the farewell!’

- Student Friends - frolic – fun! The college gates are ready to open again and student are excited to get back, bunk, play pranks and yes of course, study!

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When She Said - ‘I Do’.

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hen two souls which are destined to be together find each other, their streams of light flow together and a single brighter light goes forth. In an up-close interview, Girish and Shruti Malpani talk about how and when they have met first and the beautiful resonance that exists between them…

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freedom but not at the cost of our lifestyles and family. I am very pragmatic in life and the same thing to my family. I take ideas from everyone.

My role model has been my dad, for the sense of dedication towards his business, hard work and for having that go-getter attitude.

Shruti – My life as a kid was how it should be – a perfect childhood! It was a close-knit family, though my dad was not loaded with wealth, he never made us feel so! We had everything with care and affection. I am from Indore and I come from a background which has a strong value system – it was me, my younger brother, parents, grand-parents in a nuclear family. I didn’t have a memory of my dad leaving us and went to a trip for business. We celebrated all festivals together. I remember, I was pampered a lot at maternal side. I come from a business family, where I saw my dad struggle a lot. One very nice tradition is that, we used to have tea together. My communication flow with my parents is very strong. I discuss everything with my brother and parents and we are vocal about it.

Shruti - Since our trip to honeymoon in Kerala, every travel brought us new memories. The best is our recent trip to Maldives with my parents, brother and sister-in-law and we four of us. It was fun to see my kids swim next to me when we went snorkeling and enjoying nature together.

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Girish – I had a lively and a playful childhood. We used to live in a community where we had a bunch of friends and they made a change in my life, as we had a good time hanging out in the evenings, celebrate all the festivals together – so in that way we had a good bonding. My father was strict and had a lot of restrictions, so there was a lot of fear factor at home. But everything used to get evaporated once we were with our friends. One thing I miss about childhood is that we never travelled much, as my father was a busy person and he neither had time nor the passion to travel. Nonetheless, I am overcoming those by travelling a lot these days. Something which you miss during childhood days cannot be compensated, because it’s not only the fun and frolic of travel, but it widens the horizons and prospective of life is defined. They will never come back! But I had a balanced childhood with all the ingredients of life were covered, if not in totality, but in bits and pieces.

‘I must mention that Girish is an excellent and an admirable father. No matter how important or serious the meeting he is in, if there is a call from home, he will always answer it. He fulfills all his promises and makes it a point to spend quality time with us.

He is like a child when he with our kids. I love watching him play with our kids.’

- Shruti about Girish being a family-man LOVE, SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGEMENT FROM IN-LAWS Girish – My in-laws are the perfect couple I know. My father-in-law in particular inspired me in many ways and also guided me at many crucial situations. What he had only thing to say was to work hard and go ahead in life and God is there to do the rest. He is a very fun-loving person. I do not know where he gets his energy from. Mother-in-law is very practical but an affectionate person. In fact, I have heard people calling her Maa Durga at times, because of the power she seems to emit of her persona.

‘Kids should be given all the facilities like – value for money, vision, training and focus, as a part of the up-bringing. They are free to make their decisions but we have a huge responsibility of giving them the right directions.’

- Girish BEST TRAVEL MEMORIES

OUR FIRST FORMAL MEET

Girish – It was well organized as it was an arranged marriage. We were introduced to each other by our parents and common relatives. When I first saw her, I felt that she was the right one for me and I went to say yes.

We got engaged on November 13th, 1998 and got married on February 9th, 1999.

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Shruti and Girish - We met thrice – twice for our cousins wedding and once for a family formal party. We had communicated with each other over phones. The best part of our relation is - we both are Aquarians and we believe in being friends first. We started knowing each other and then the love blossomed. The telephonic conversation helped me a lot in knowing each other better and also every family member.

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Rapid Fire Describe each other in three words – Girish – Shruti is balanced, patient and calm Shruti – Girish is very dedicated, creative and a good leader.

Favourite movie you can watch together, over and over – Girish – DDLJ Shruti – Lamhe and Jab We Met

Best qualities in each other – Girish – Shruti’s honesty Shruti – Girish’s leadership qualities! He is a perfectionist.

If you could possess any extraordinary talent in one of the arts, what would you choose – Girish and Shruti – Martial arts for sure!

Weakness – Girish about Shruti – Laziness Shruti about Girish – Short temper

Your first impressions on each other upon meeting first – Girish for Shruti – Cute!

Shruti for Girish – Very poised

Strengths Girish – Shruti is bold, a good follower and is emotionally strong.

Shruti – Girish is intelligent and is well-determined.

Two things you are most thankful for in your life right now – Girish – my parents and my family Shruti – I am thankful for a beautiful family that I have and the life that God has given me.

Biggest adjustment you made from being single to getting married – Girish – I lost my private (physical) place – at times I wanted to keep myself away from others, sit and think alone in a secluded room which is not possible now.

Shruti – I lost the freedom to decide how my day has to go. Can’t plan my day’s schedule!

Your visions to a perfect society – Girish – Be happy and let other be happy!

Shruti - Kids should be given a freedom to explore by themselves, but elders’ decisions are respected at the same time.

One thing you do not agree on – Girish – Nothing!

Shruti – Saying small lies just to cover up a small situation.

Activities you think the other enjoys the most – Girish – Shruti loves reading!

Shruti – Girish likes to get a massage Who makes up often, if there is an argument among each other – Shruti – If it’s Girish’s mistake, he makes up and vice-versa.

What do you call each other in a funny way – Girish to Shruti – Motu Shruti to Girish – Ish What is the most important aspect in a marriage to make it successful – Girish – Compatibility, understanding and trust Shruti – Your belief in making it successful itself is an important aspect.

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While making decisions, what you put first – facts or feelings Girish – Feelings first!

Shruti – Both equally!

In your opinion, what makes a great parent – Girish – A balance of love and right guidance.

Shruti – Communication and confidence in each other.

Your idea of a perfect date – Girish – With no mobile phones – a journey in a first class coach of Swiss eurail.

Shruti – A long drive to a beach with champagne, music and just the two of us.

If you could relive one day of your childhood, which day would that be – Girish – Sitting with my grandma in a puja room.

Shruti – The days which involved discussing with my grandparents, about my marriage to Girish.

The best relationship advice you ever got – Girish and Shruti – Modern parents have learnt that they should not pressurize kids with their dreams and aspirations imposing on them.

We think a strong sense of direction and options should be given to the kids, with pros and cons and make them aware of the situation. Most sensible parents want their kids not to waste money and deprive them of things which they can afford. But that may make the kids somewhere non-contended, which will reflect in their personalities. We should bring them up as contended and confident kids with value for money and make them realize that they are fortunate enough.

- As told to Aditya Tej

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AUTOMOBILES

AERIAL AWE

AIRBUS A380

World’s Largest Passenger Airliner…

The Airbus A380 is a double-deck, wide-body, four-engine jet airliner manufactured by the European corporation Airbus, a subsidiary of EADS. The A380’s upper deck extends along the entire length of the fuselage, with a width equivalent to a wide-body aircraft. This allows for an A380-800’s cabin with 478 square metres (5,145.1 sq ft) of floor space; 49% more floor space than the next-largest airliner, the Boeing 747-400 with 321 square metres (3,455.2 sq ft) and provides seating for 525 people in a typical three-class configuration or up to 853 people in all-economy class configurations. The A380-800 has a design range of 15,400 kilometres (8,300 nmi; 9,600 mi), sufficient to fly from New York to Hong Kong and a cruising speed of Mach 0.85 (about 900 km/h or 560 mph at cruising altitude). The A380 is available with two types of turbofan engines, the Rolls-Royce Trent 900 (variants A380-841, −842 and −843F) or the Engine Alliance GP7000 (A380-861 and −863F). The Trent 900 is a derivative of the Trent 800 and the GP7000 has roots from the GE90 and PW4000. The Trent 900 core is a scaled version of the Trent 500, but incorporates the swept fan technology of the stillborn Trent 8104. The GP7200 has a GE90-derived core and PW4090-derived fan and low-pressure turbo-machinery. The A380 was used to demonstrate the viability of a synthetic fuel comprising standard jet fuel with a natural-gas-derived component. The A380 is the first commercial airliner to have a central wing box made of carbon fibre reinforced plastic. It is also the first to have a smoothly contoured wing cross section. The cabin has features to reduce traveller fatigue such as a quieter interior and higher pressurization than previous aircraft; the A380 has 50% less cabin noise than the 747-400 and is pressurized to the equivalent of 1,520 m (5,000 ft) altitude versus 2,440 m (8,000 ft) on the 747-400.

It offers a flying experience no other aircraft in the sky can match and redefines the meaning of comfort for all passengers – whether they are premium customers in first and business class or leisure travellers in the economy cabin. Airbus has gone to great lengths to make long-haul flying aboard the A380 feel more natural for its passengers – with broader seats, more personal storage, better head room and wider stairs and aisles. The cabin air is recycled every three minutes to keep the atmosphere fresh, while natural light is provided by 220 cabin windows. Four high-level air outlets – as opposed to the industry standard of two – helps passengers feel refreshed, both during and after the flight.

Airbus’ double-deck jetliner benefits from significant weight savings brought by composites and other advanced materials – which comprise 25 per cent of its structure – as well as the weight, reliability and cost benefits of new systems such as the hydraulic system that operates at a pressure level of 5,000 psi. In addition, it features an advanced cockpit with the latest interactive displays and avionics and retains the unique benefits of Airbus operational commonality between all fly-by-wire models. By producing only about 75g of CO2 per passenger kilometre – which is well below current international limits – the A380 also is supporting the air transport sector’s commitment to minimize greenhouse gas emissions.

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ROYAL CARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL

Is it adventure you seek or a restful retreat from life on land? Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of the Seas is home to an array of innovations that give you whatever type of vacation you desire. Climb a rock wall that overlooks the sea or find your adventure on the basketball court, ice-skating rink or minigolf course. Liven up your nights on the Royal Promenade, with parades, dancing and duty-free shopping deals. With 42 ships in service under 5 different brands and several more under construction, it controls a 24% share of the world cruise market. Sister brands are Celebrity Cruises, Azamara Cruises, Pullmantur and CDF Croisières de France. Royal Caribbean incorporates a variety of innovative features, such as an ice skating rink, a rock climbing wall and miniature golf. Described as mass with class, the line caters to honeymooners, families and first time cruisers. Upscale, yet moderately priced and void of stuffiness, each vessel treats cruisers to an energizing experience.

Service is friendly and efficient. Make reservations as early as possible in your cruise or you may get locked out. The cabins on the older vessels (Sovereign/Monarch/Majesty of the Seas, Empress of the Seas) are almost comically cramped; even the newer Vision’s staterooms are small compared to those of other lines in the same price range. All staterooms come with a twin-thatcan-be-converted-to-queen bed, private bathroom, phone, closed-circuit television, mini bar and hair dryers and is decorated in bright colors presumably intended to evoke the Caribbean. Royal Caribbean cruises offer a wide variety of itineraries, activities and amenities onboard their ships designed to appeal to every taste, energy level and age group. There is an extensive children’s program on all the Royal Caribbean ships, but the Liberty of the Seas is only one of a few with a dedicated water park for children. The H20 Zone has a water slide, a main pool and a wading pool for the little ones. The pool deck is also soft underfoot and furnished with kid-size as well as adult chairs so that the parents can watch their children as they play.

A full size boxing ring, an ice-skating rink, a rock climbing wall and a 9-hole miniature golf course are just a few others of the exciting adventurous facilities you will find on this ship. Every stateroom has a flat screen TV and the public areas of the ship have wireless Internet facilities. In addition, there is an Internet Cafe where you can check your emails as you sip on your drink or coffee. The Liberty of the Seas is like a miniature floating city and you will feel as if you are walking down a city street in the Promenade.

Lined with shops and boutiques, cafes and restaurants, you won’t even realize that you are floating on the high seas. You can sit down at one of the sidewalk cafes to have a drink or a snack and watch the comings and goings of this most active part of the ship. Restaurants and lounges abound offering cuisine and entertainment from all over the world. There is no need to hurry because you have all day and night to enjoy what the Liberty of the Seas has to offer.

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PICK YOUR FAVE

TECHKNOW

1. iBerry BT07i

GIZMO!

(Limited Edition) iBerry tablet is fuelled by an ARM Cortex A8 1 GHz processor, which is a good inclusion for a sub-10K tablet and it runs on Android Gingerbread 2.3.4. It hasn’t changed a lot on the interface front, the company has added to shortcuts to Apps, Gallery and the Berry. The company has kept it simple and straightforward. Access recent activities by long pressing the home button and view all homepages by long pressing the Apps icon on the screen. The UI wasn’t sluggish and navigation was fine and smooth. But there is a problem with the accelerometer, as the screen doesn’t auto rotate, while changing from horizontal to vertical and vice versa and wouldn’t work without restarting the tablet. You can experience the Full HD 1080p movies on your tablet anywhere, anytime. Things just got better, you can also share your Full HD experience with your whole family and friends - just connect your iberry tablet to your TV via the dedicated HDMI port! It has front facing camera of 0.3 MP, video, audio and still support.

It has official Google and Android Market pre-installed, Office – word, Excel, PPT, eBook – PDF, epud, pdp, txt, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and more.

2. LG 3D HOME THEATRE SYSTEM HB806TM

3D Blu-ray Playback With 850W RMS & Wall-mountable Slim Speakers…

It’s wall mountable tall boy speakers with 3D Blu-ray playback is a perfect companion to a state of art living room. Enjoy all media files by streaming from DLNA enabled device or from network connected PC. User can choose wall paper for its home screen from a range of smooth viewing option. The full HD up-scaling feature (from 576i SD into 1080 HD) offers the benefit of superior picture quality. A HD interface also minimizes the signal quality problems to improve home entertainment enjoyment. LG DVD Players can play JPEG, MP3 and DivX files stored in a USB device.

Simply plug-in your USB device, choose from photos or music and play your selections on a larger screen. LG 3D TV brings sports, videogames and blockbuster movies to life; bursting out of the screen and into your living room. This is TV as you’ve never seen it before. It uses the very latest and best technology to create the ultimate home entertainment viewing experience.

3. NINTENDO 3DS

Portable Gaming For Everyone…

The Nintendo 3DS system opens up a whole new world of eye-popping game play possibilities. The stereoscopic 3D display of the upper screen gives objects within the game world, a feeling of space and depth that extends far into the back of the screen. It becomes easier to see the position of characters and obstacles in the world, making many game experiences even more intuitive for all types of players. This is the ultimate solution for parents looking to keep a safe eye on their children.

A built-in 3D Depth Slider allows you to immediately adjust the intensity of the 3D settings on the Nintendo 3DS system to your liking. The 3D effect can also be turned down completely - all Nintendo 3DS games and applications can be played in 2D and look better than any Nintendo handheld before it. Por-

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table play control reaches a new level with these amazing features, allowing for new and unique game play mechanics. A built-in motion sensor and gyro sensor can react to the motion and tilt of the system. So whether players are twisting their systems side to side or moving them up and down, their motion-compatible Nintendo 3DS games respond instantly. It is also an incredibly robust entertainment device, with built-in features and applications which are accessible right out of the box.

4. TOSHIBA PORTEGE Z830 ULTRABOOK

World’s Lightest 13” Laptop…

For executives and for the mega-mobility minded, the Portégé Z830 series exceeds expectations as our thinnest and lightest 13” PC with intelligent features and superior craftsmanship at an attractive price point. What makes this laptop ideal for today’s mobile business professional? It starts with advanced Intel vPro technology that delivers not just faster, more energy efficient performance; but next-gen security and IT manageability, too. It also features the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) that strengthens overall platform integrity, disk encryption and password protection - and a fingerprint reader for highly secure log-in every time. This PC gives you all the goodness you’ve come to expect from Toshiba - brilliant yet fully thought-through innovation that exceeds expectations. A spill-resistant backlit keyboard helps to guard against accidents and keep you typing when the lights go down. Fast solid state drives offer more reliability while opening your files and apps like that! Plus, Toshiba Hi-Speed Start Technology saves your precious time by offering a quicker boot-up from off state. To keep this PC stiff and strong against everyday use, it has a magnesium alloy casework concealing a unique architecture that includes pillar technology, a rib wall structure and a high efficient cooling system that expels heat better. The Portégé Z830 also comes with acclaimed Toshiba EasyGuard Technology, so you can go mobile with confidence, including a smart, shock-absorbing design to help safeguard your files and multimedia.

5. XTREAMER PRODIGY

First 3D media streamer in the world…

The demand for a 3D capable media player is already apparent as 3d LED market become mature and more popular. Xtreamer has successfully established a well-known leading brand of the best price-performance full HD media streamer in the industry. The Xtreamer products high recognition stems from company’s devotion to bring the most cost-performance products to users. Besides creative features and solid build, the Xtreamer Ultra engineers also pay special attention to EMI, thermal, acoustics and details to achieve a complete customer satisfaction. To succeed in this very-competitive industry, it aims to provide you a great product with speed-to-market, cost and service as customers. It is next generation Realtek 1186 based media streamer with USB 3.0, Card Reader, 512 Mb DDR3 RAM, HDMI 1.4 and an integral Wi-Fi IR remote control. It will allow vivid and crisp playback of dozens of FULL HD multimedia files. If you are looking for a machine that is capable to do nearly everything an HTPC can do and more, the XTreamer Prodigy is your answer. This is even priced below 149 Euro is mainly aimed for the setting of a modern media playback solution that works out of the box.

6. SAMSUNG WIFI BABY MONITOR

Recipient of 2012 Innovations Design and Engineering Award…

The Samsung Wi-Fi Video Baby Monitor is an easy to use IP-based camera that features an effortless one-touch button that will automatically pair the device to a wireless home network in under 30 seconds. A sleek and compact design, the monitor can be placed just about anywhere and comes with a swiveling bracket that allows parents to connect it to the wall. Further adjustment can be made since the lens can tilt from 0 to 150 degrees. With an embedded mic and speakers, Samsung’s Wi-Fi Video Baby Monitor is also capable of two-way talk and can be configured to automatically record video when motion or sound is detected. That footage will automatically be uploaded to a secure YouTube account and users will be notified of the event via real time push notifications. This is the ultimate solution for parents looking to keep a safe eye on their children.

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LIMELIGHT

Saroj, Sonakshi, Abhiram & Jagannath Agarwal

Pavan

Jibran

CELEBRATION OF LIFE

The engagement of Abhiram Agarwal and Sonakshi Malpani has been a close knit affair. With no more than 80 to 90 guests, the list comprised of the near and dear ones. Spotted at the venue were - Deepika, Sahil, Mahima, Sashi and the Agarwal family and friends. It was well attended event and Mr. Jagannath Agarwal has taken special care of his son’s big day and made it a celebration to remember. A lavish lunch was served with all cuisines, mocktails and desserts.

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Sarita, Anita & Savita

Mahima

Sunny & Sahil

Ashok & Neena Malpani

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Laxmi Manchu

Sushmita

Arjun Reddy, Deekshitha, Dinesh Reddy, Ditya, Kamala and Sunaina

JOYFUL OCCASION The who’s who of Hyderabad - socialites, business honchos, top cops and politicians have attended the birthday celebrations of Deekshita, granddaughter of DGP Dinesh Reddy. Happy parents Arjun and Ditya were seen beaming, as they welcomed their guests and made sure everyone had a good time. Badminton player Jwala Gutta made an appearance with her sister, Insi. Minister DK Aruna walked in with her grandson. Commissioner A K Khan surprised many with his presence. The evening saw guests gush over the baby, while having a great time catching up with one another over delicious food.

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Amulya Reddy

A K Khan

Swati

Shilpa

Vamsi Reddy & Sudha

Shailu Reddy

Pooja & Sunaina

Sreedevi

Madhavi

Bobby & Swati

Aarti & Trishna

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Koyal

Sarita & Manisha

Brij & Anup

Gurpriya & Rachna

Mansi

Honey & Rehan

Madhu Shalini

Komal & Sonal

BIRTHDAY BASH!

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Vicky & Shipra

Koyal Chandak’s 25th birthday celebration at N-Grill was ostentatious. It was a surprise party thrown by her husband Anup Chandak.

Koyal admitted that it was her best birthday! She was seen dressed in a traditional way and looked absolutely charming. It was an open air party where the guests have relishing delicious continental starters, while making moves to the newest dance tracks of the DJ. The live bar counter had every drink in the book. Weather was pleasant and well behaved! To mention a few – Shirpa and Vicky, Kishan and Sarita, Rajiv and Manisha, Madhu Shalini and many others spotted at the occasion.

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Ali Reza

Amith & Avinash

Irfan & Rashed

FOOD FOR THOUGHT Sheesha Sky Lounge is a newly launched restaurant at Banjara hills. Sheesha is a brand owned by restaurateur Mr. Ali Reza. The first lounge was started in Bandra (Mumbai) in 2001 and exits till date serving the best Kebabs and North Western Frontier cuisine. The Hyderabad branch offers the best of kebabs, unique mocktails and an open-air fine dining experience. Many known faces of the city were spotted at the venue. The event comprised of a fashion show in which models exhibited their best. Lip smacking starters were served and dinner tasting took place later.

On ramp

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Samrat

Fasi Saberi

Simran

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Hamed Saberi

Hasnain Saberi

Poonam, Ken Fern & Kamana

Feroz & Laila Khan

Prashant

Ushoshi Sen Gupta

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Anisha & Priyanka

Ashwin & Aakanksha

Dressed in black

Parties @ B&C, Liquids, 10D, Rain & Kismet Anuja

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The party and nightclub scenario in Hyderabad was varied enough to suit every kind of partygoer. The city attracted people from diverse walks of life, including tourists and students apart from Socialites, Tollywood and Bollywood personalities. With mango mania still on at most of the eating outlets, the crowd is sure enough to have a cool rest of the Summer.

Aarti

Sushma & Mudit

Aliya

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Aarzoo

Diana & Ingrid

Sneha & Shahan

Prerna

Saleema, Krutika & Sirisha

Upasana

Jaya

DJ Kanna

Sanjay & Ritu

Teena

May Queen Ball was held recently at a famous club! We saw niche crowd at the event and everyone enjoyed. Every year, the club had celebrity judges like Asmita Marwa and Lakshmi Manchu. But this year it was just the members of the club!

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Know Your Fortune

FORTUNE

- Tarot Reading by Suhasini

Virgo

(AUGUST 24 – SEPTEMBER 23)

GEMINI (MAY 22 – JUNE 21)

Tarot card The World indicates a happy medium between work and play. Pay attention to your health and find ways to reduce areas of possible stress.

Work keeps you busy, but relationships keep you happy.

Technology starts to pay a bigger role in your life. Be adventurous early this month and then you would be able to concentrate on boosting your career, business or relationship prospects, says the tarot card - Knight of Wands. Wear violet for good luck. Your lucky number is 16.

Tarot card the The Emperor indicates connecting with your roots and doing some nest building. Look after your health. Pay attention to your diet, if you want to avoid weight gain. Cultivate a balance between work and play. Friends are important to you.

Changes in some relationships leave you wondering where you stand, but things are not as difficult as you imagine. Be positive and strong, says the tarot card - Two of Pentacles.

Wear pink for good luck. Your lucky number is 24.

Karmic tip - You have been given a beautiful life to live. Do not live it complaining. Focus on what you are grateful for.

Karmic tip - Always have a successful exit, than a favourable entrance. What matters is not being clapped when we arrive, but being remembered when we leave.

Libra

(SEPTEMBER 24 – OCTOBER 23)

Cancer

Tarot card The Judgment indicates your hopes and dreams for the future, are closer than you think. You have a good reason to feel optimistic about your future prospects, but avoid along foolish risks. Friends give you solid support and affection. This month consolidates your financial position. Don’t take a close partner for granted or let your relationships stagnate.

Continue to protect your investments and finances whenever necessary, says the tarot card - Queen of Cups. Wear red for good luck.

Your lucky number is 26.

(JUNE 22 – JULY 22) Tarot card The Moon indicates to look to the future. Consolidate your financial success and consider making further investments.

If you are stuck in job or business, look for a change. You seem to be poised on the brink of fantastic opportunities. Life is offering you wonderful scope for personal expansion and development in your career and business. Be realistic! You will value your privacy, says the tarot card - Knight of Pentacles. Wear blue for good luck. Your lucky number is 2.

Karmic tip – If you have enthusiasm, you can succeed at anything.

Karmic tip - In order to have a comfortable journey of life, reduce the luggage of desires.

Scorpio

Leo

(OCTOBER 24 – NOVEMBER 22)

(JULY 22 – AUGUST 23) Tarot card The Star indicates you need to balance an adventurous spirit, with a need for quiet reflection. Loved ones will act in strange ways. You love the chance to make big money, but be wary of taking rides. The more effort you make in your career, the greater the rewards. Aim for the top! Pay attention to your relationships, friends and leisure. Keep an eye on future, but take care of the present, says the tarot card - Ace of Cups. Wear brown for good luck. Your lucky number is 23.

Karmic tip - None will manufacture a lock without a key. Similarly life won’t give problems without solutions.

From Top Clockwise: R Madhavan, Kajal Agarwal, Gopichand, Amrita Rao and Balakrishna

Tarot card The World indicates relationships which require give-and-take. It will help you to take things through, rather than brood on them. Pay attention to your dreams. Carefully consider ways of boosting your investments and sharing your resources. Keep your options and your mind open to new experiences.

Previous efforts bring big rewards, financially and emotionally. You start to emerge from your shell and get ready to make big changes in your life, says the tarot card - King of Wands.

Wear brown for good luck. Your lucky number is 11.

Karmic tip - Manage by mind and lead by heart.

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Sagittarius

Pisces

Tarot card The Hermit indicates your life moves in a new direction. There could a house move. It is certainly a good month to invest in property. New contract lead you to fresh job opportunities. You feel lucky! Focus on your long-term goals and wishes. It could be an expensive month. Life is starting to blossom!

Do not take risks unless you can afford to lose, says the tarot card - Two of Swords. Wear Purple for good luck. Your Lucky number is 6.

Tarot card The Hanged Moon indicates a natural order of fortune is changing once again for you, allowing a more productive time. You will no longer feel you are fighting against the odds. The situations will improve and you will revisit previous successes. You may want to give a problem or relationship one last chance and the time will go well.

You need to overcome problems in order to achieve success, says the tarot card - Five of Cups. Wear yellow for good luck. Your lucky numbers is 9.

(NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 21)

Karmic tip - All communication problems are due to the reason that we don’t listen and understand.

Capricorn

(DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 20) Tarot card The Lovers indicate an excellent month for investing in bricks and mortar.

Other financial enterprises will also go well, but you must be prudent and careful. A good month for working hard at improving your communication skills! You may meet someone who is influential. Your health and job prospects look good. Concentrate on your relationships for maximum happiness. Do not neglect your family, says the tarot card - Nine of Cups. Wear yellow for good luck. Your lucky number is 5.

Karmic tip - If we become too sentimental, it’s too hard to lead a life. And if you become too practical then it’s too tough to respect relations.

Aquarius

(JANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 18) Tarot card The Empress indicates a month for one-to-one relationships. It is also a good month to consolidate family ties and make improvements. Your relationships flourish and the more effort you put into them, the bigger the benefits. Be prepared to revise plans connected with your job. Goals and ambitions are within your grasp but do not be ruthless in your drive towards success, says the tarot card - Two of Pentacles. Wear red for good luck. Your lucky number is 8.

Karmic tip - What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals.

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FORTUNE

(FEBRUARY 19 –MARCH 20)

Karmic tip - None in this world is born as our friend or born as an enemy. Our behavior, attitude and relations make them become so.

Aries

(MARCH 21 – APRIL 20) Tarot card The Wheel of Fortune indicates rising sun for you. Happiness, job and health prospects are good. Adopt a positive attitude whenever possible. Concentrate on your relationships. Opportunities are all around you, but the trick is to identify them. Focus on your long term business or career or travel or relationships plans and goals, says the tarot card - The Queen of Cups. Wear pink for good luck. Your lucky number is 11.

Gemini Woman And Libra Man The association of Gemini and Libra is very stimulating one. Both of them fill each other’s need for communication and enjoy plenty of social and mental stimulation.

There is considerable respect between the two. The harmony between Gemini woman and Libra man is uncanny in that they cope with each other’s problems, read into each other’s ideas and can sympathize with one another’s calamities. They both possess a love for beauty and the arts while also having a sense of togetherness in their lives.

Karmic tip - When we don’t learn lessons at the right time, nature will compel us to learn the same lesson at the wrong time.

Taurus

(APRIL 21 – MAY 21) Tarot card The Magician indicates a marvelous month to lay down roots and establish a happy domestic life. You are inspired in creative pursuits and will get a chance to prove it. A month to concentrate on your work, health, home and relationships! Be prepared for exciting changes in the direction and pace of life. Put your relationships above everything. Job prospects are excellent, says the tarot card - Page of Wands. Wear orange for good luck. Your lucky number is 6.

Karmic tip - Forgiving people who have hurt you, is your gift to them. But forgetting people who have hurt you, is your gift to you.

Gemini Man And Libra Woman A good relationship between Gemini man and Libra woman will be filled with romance, travel, music, flowers, children and love. They are quite the compatible couple in more ways than not. The Gemini man can always count on his Libra woman.

She creates a balance in her Gemini man’s life and makes his life more organized than he ever had. The graciously harmonious relationship of the Gemini man and Libra woman is smooth sailing unison on sparkling water that is so flowery and exciting that it can puzzle others and sometimes them too.

GEMINI

Gemini is denoted by the sign of Twins and is the third zodiac sign. People born under this sign are dual natured, complex and contradictory, which is very well evident from the sign of Twins. They are affectionate, courteous, kind, generous, and thoughtful towards poor and suffering.

Geminies accept new activities with great enthusiasm but lack the same at the time of implementation. Their versatility makes them adaptable and of an adjusting nature. They feel good to dazzle with their intelligence and quick wit and are consequently the star of any party. They are good scientists and army personnel as well.

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about belts

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Perfect pose with perfect fashion accessories

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Walking in sleep

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