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VOL 2 ISSUE 11 APRIL 2012

FOOD LOVERS

Treat your taste buds

HYDERABAD LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

BEAT THE HEAT

Escape to Vizag beaches

SUMMER ACTIVITIES

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ACTRESSES & Their Diet Secrets

Games, hobbies & entertainment to indulge

Pamper yourself at

SPAS

CONTENTS APRIL 2012

Volume-2

Issue-11

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12 ENTERTAINMENT

Your access to the latest news and gossips from Hollywood, Bollywood, Tollywood and Sports

29 LIFESTYLE

Samia Alam Khan – talks about turning her passion into her profession

38 EXPEDITION

What better way to beat the scorching heat, than lazing around the tranquil beaches at Vizag and other in and around tourist spots

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47 WELLBEING

50 CUISINE

Decorate your home with premium and high-class interiors

58 FASHION

Colours and shapes in sunglasses to look out for, this Summer

42 TULIP SPECIAL

Your list of things to do, games to play and activities to involve in; for this Summer.

Where there is royalty, there is always romance. The history of Taramati Baradari is every travel fanatic’s dream to conquer.

City restaurants with their respective signature dishes

40 INTERIORS

Spas offering best of healing therapies and impeccable services.

Kapalbhati Pranayam and its wonders

62 KINSHIP

Tete-a-tete with Mehak and Amit Jadvani

76 TAROT

Know your fortune

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK Because Good Memories Are Meant To Be It is strange the way fond retentions of past refuse to leave our minds. Stranger, if we know we are going to face those moments again in time to come. Quite certainly, they do! It’s their nature and they are extremely powerful. They have their own way of affecting us.

We are what and how we think, acquire and react. Thoughts indeed, are like magnets.

Attaining an object of desire instigates with a thought or two. No matter the time or distance – the deeper and longer they persist in our minds, we feel nearer to those and they seem a reality in return. They seem to strike in before our eyes more often. I look at this phenomenon as – Universal Vibes. They will hit the target, no matter how far it may be from us and will come back to you – only to shrink the distance. And what’s meant to happen will always happen, irrespective of distance, time or nature of occurrence.

The cover story is all about Bollywood actresses quoting the importance of being fit and healthy. Take a look at what they follow for breakfast, lunch and dinner and they stay in shape. Choose the colours which are in for this Summer and decorate your interiors with a list of premium interior outlets in town. How real are reality shows? Get an analysis on the kind of phases the participants have to go through, in order to survive. Indulge yourself in sports or summer activities. Check your list of summer camps offering courses for various fields of interest.

Tulip introduces a new category – What’s New, under which the readers get their updates on newly opened restaurants / stores / malls and salon’s.

THREE THINGS I LEARNED FROM THIS ISSUE There is something unique about Vizag which makes it a perfect travel destination anytime in a year for family or friends. The long stretch of lush greenery and the feeling of being closer to nature; are certain to bring your mind and soul, to a state of ecstasy.

Voices of Hyderabad’s then Sultans still echoes in and around the historic monument of Taramati Baradari. Equipped with modern facilities for entertainment and leisure, this is now a contemporary tourist location.

Beyond sporting white often during Summers, sunglasses are catching up in the list as essential accessories, for this season in particular. More than a matter of fashion, they are vital protective necessities. Extending about that, spas are offering exclusive Summer packages – coolest ways to revitalize and restore.

Regards,

Sum m er Special

Esam Ahmed Bilgrami Editor & Publisher publisher@tulipmag.com

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SUNDAY

MONTHLY DIARIES

TULIP

MONTH AHEAD

1

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, etc.

Contact – Sweet Nirvana, Ph No. 42414343

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Sunday Brunch @ Arena Every Sunday

A little bit of everybody is what a family is made of. There is something for everyone – grills, pastas, kiddy corner, Indian, Continental and Oriental cuisines and an array of desserts.

Contact – Taj Deccan, Ph No. 66663939

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Karaoke Nights Every Sunday, 20:00 onwards

Choose from a huge list of more than 10,000 pre-recorded musical tracks. Sing your favourite song and impress your friends.

Contact – Xtreme Sports Bar, Ph No. 8008692225

Pan Asian Sundays Every Sunday, 19:00 – 23:00 Tandoors to sambals, teppanyakis to satays, dim-sums to stir fries – dinner with a liberal dash of Pan-Asian flavours.

Contact – Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, Ph No. 66824422

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MONDAY

2

Seasonal Tastes @ Firdaus Through April

Savour the taste of garden fresh seasonal vegetables, specially prepared for you by the chefs.

Enjoy the a la carte and bookmark menu.

Contact – Taj Krishna, Ph No. 66662323

9

Cognac and Cigar @ Seasons Bar Through April

Seasons Bar outside opens up again as a cigar and cognac lounge, with a wide selection of rare whiskeys and single malts to accompany.

Contact – Taj Krishna, Ph No. 66662323

16

Spring Summer Collection Through April, 10:30 – 21:00

Splash introduces Spring-Summer collection on apparel, footwear and accessories.

Contact – Splash, Ground Floor, Oasis Centre, Greenlands, Begumpet, Ph No. 40044292

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Brunch N More Through April, 12:30 – 15:00 - only Sundays

Food festivals, Deccan pavilion, the coffee shop, will serve the best of multi-cuisine upcoming delicacies. Guests can avail authentic Biryanis at Kebabs and events and Kurries. Dakshin offers regional south-Indian dishes. what’s new in Contact – ITC Kakatiya, Ph No. 23400132 town. All this Re-energize Yourself Zero Degrees @ Collage April and lots more. 29 April 16 – 29, 12:00 30 Through This special weekday package has - lavish onwards Your guide A frosted Cocktail is a fruity, puree stay for two guests, at Ista with based drink blended to a creamy the following entitlements - 30 consistency with a blender and ice minutes Spa therapy time for each to the city or a frosted cocktail freezer unit. guest at spa and complimentary Summer cocktails can be quite Breakfast for two at Collage, all day happenings! refreshing to beat the heat.

Contact – Ista Hyderabad, Gachibowli, Ph No. 44508888 10 APRIL, 2012

dining restaurant.

Contact Ista Hyderabad, Gachibowli, Ph No. 44508888

TUESDAY

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Lunch Buffet Through April, 12:00 – 15:00

Enjoy lunch buffet at 45 Jubilee Hills with 67 varieties of salads and vegetarian and non-vegetarian main-courses for Rs.250/- taxes.

Contact – 45 Jubilee Hills, Ph No.23550094

10 Happy Hours Through April Buy a drink and get one as a complimentary, during the happy hours.

Contact – Bottles & Chimney, Ph No. 27766464

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Tea Fest @ Lounge Through April, 11:30 – 23:00

Tea lovers can relish Tea from the choicest variety like – Masala Chai, Green Tea, Earl grey tea, rare and exotic ones like chamomile tea, jasmine tea, Thai milk tea and rose bud tea, with accompaniments.

Contact - Ista Hyderabad, Gachibowli, Ph No. 44508888

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Lunch Buffet Weekdays, through April

Now you can eat all you can, at News Café, with their newly launched lunch buffet @ Rs.295/with a complimentary beer or soft drink.

Contact – News Café, Ph No. 40101234

WEDNESDAY

4

Miniature Traditions – An Artistic Endeavour

Till April 4th, 11:00 – 19:00 Alankritha Art Gallery presents an exhibition of miniature paintings by renowned artist Mahaveer Swami.

Contact – Residence Inn, Alankritha Art Gallery, Kavuri Hills, Ph No. 23113709

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

Buy a drink and get the next one free at TGIF during the happy hours. Buy a beer pitcher at Rs.650/- and get the next one for free.

Contact – TGIF, Ph No. 40151925

Spin and Win @ The Bar Through April, 18:00 – 22:00 Spin the wheel of fortune for a chance to win deals on your drinks bill, everyday.

Contact – Novotel Hyderabad Airport, Ph No. 66250000

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Executive Lunch Buffet Through April, 12:30 – 15:30 Bistro specialty is the delicious food and the best choices from north and south India delicacies.

Enjoy the Continental and Oriental cuisines also.

Contact – Abids Bistro, Ph No. 67123872

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THURSDAY

5

Martini Evenings @ Seasons Bar Weekdays

Enjoy the Summer evenings with Grey Goose Martinis, with crooner Kelly dishing out your favourite numbers, while enjoying the a la carte menu.

Contact – Taj Krishna, Ph No. 66662323

12

Lunch Buffet Weekdays

A wide spread of Indian, Chinese and Continental dishes with mouth-watering choices of desserts including – chocolate fountain for kids.

Contact – Indi Joe, Ph No. 66683333

19

Single Malt Series @ Atrium Bar Through April

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

Contact – Taj Deccan, Ph No. 66663939

Liquid Buffet @ Underdeck Through April, 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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FRIDAY

6

Retro Fridays Every Friday, 21:00 onwards

Groove into the music from 60s with DJ Rahul in the house. Also get to relish the best of cold sandwiches.

Contact – 10 Downing Street, Ph No. 66629323

13

Friday Barbeques @ Al Fresco Every Friday

Enjoy the live barbeque spread.

The alfresco turns into a magical setting and a live bar, to carry on through the evening.

Contact – Taj Krishna, Ph No. 66662323

Caribbean Fridays @ The Square Every Friday, through April, 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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MONTH AHEAD

SATURDAY

7

Vodka Evenings Through April, 14:00 – 23:45

Try our special homemade infused vodkas like pineapple and peppercorns, orange, lemongrass, ginger, cinnamon and lots more.

Contact – Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, Ph No. 66824422

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Baisakhi 2012 April 14, 19:30 onwards

Indian rapper and Hip-Hop sensation Hard Kaur live in concert at Hitex.

Contact - Hitex, Hitec City, Ph No. 23112121

Express Lunch @ Collage Mondays to Saturdays,

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Through April, 12:00 – 15:00 Express Lunch consists of a lavish buffet spread of Indian, Western and Asian cuisine. Guests can choose from food prepared on live Teppanyaki counter, with a choice of a complimentary beverage.

Contact – Ista Hyderabad, Gachibowli, Ph No. 44508888 The Economics of Happiness April 28, 17:30 onwards

Lila lila (My Words, My Lies, My Love)

April 27, 18:30 onwards German Movie Night presents – Lila Lila, a movie screening directed by Alain Gsponer.

Contact – La Makaan, Road No.1, Banjara Hills, Ph No. 9642731329

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The Economics of Happiness features a chorus of voices from six continents calling for systemic economic change. It describes a world moving simultaneously in two opposing directions.

Contact – Alliance Francaise, Road No.3, Banjara Hills, Ph No. 27700734

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ENTERTAINMENT

MAN SENTENCED

HUGH JACKMAN

For Stalking Halle Berry

In Prisoners

H O L L Y W O O D

The hunk and the sexy will be starring in the Denis Villenueve’s Prisoners for Alcon Entertainment. It revolves around a small-town carpenter named Keller (Jackman), whose young daughter and

best friend are kidnapped. After the cops fail to find them, Keller takes the law into his own hands, but in the process runs up against the big city detective assigned to the case. Sounds like - Taken! Bummer Production is slated to start in 2013, after Hugh does his new Wolverine movie. Here’s what the producers had to say – ‘We are ecstatic that Hugh will take the lead in this exciting thriller. We can think of no better Keller - an everyman who rises to an occasion, most of us could not imagine possible. Denis’ rare directing gifts are superbly matched to this material, that is both challenging and explores complex themes in a commercially appealing narrative.’

A man accused of literally scaling the fence of Halle Berry’s home will remain in jail after pleading no contest to stalking the Oscar winning actress. The deputy district attorney said the man was sentenced to serve 386 days in county jail Thursday, but he has already served half of the term. The 28 year old was placed on five years of probation, a year of psychological counseling and ordered to stay away from the actress for the next ten years. Richard Franco, was arrested outside Berry’s home in July after repeatedly coming onto her property. On one occasion, the actress stated in a sworn declaration that Franco attempted to enter her kitchen but she was able to lock the door before he got inside.

However, now he couldn’t leave well enough alone and quit stalking the actress. He was arrested and for good reason. Everyone has the right to feel safe in his or her own home, regardless if he or she is an actress or just an ordinary person. She told sources, she feels a little better knowing the man who was stalking her, is now in jail. And yet she doesn’t know how she will feel when he gets out.

SANDRA BULLOCK

Adopting One More Child

Already the mother of two-year-old son Louis, Oscar winner Sandra Bullock is reportedly adopting a second child. Or at least, in the process of trying to. Sandra and thenhusband Jesse James had planned to adopt Louis together, but in the aftermath of their shocking split, she took on sole custody of the boy. She has planned to expand her brood since adopting Louis back in early 2010. A source revealed – ‘Sandra has always planned to have more than one child. She feels now is a good time for a new baby to be welcomed into the family. Louis is a little young to understand that he is going to be a big brother. However, Sandy is trying to get him ready for the transition. The source adds that Sandra has filed the adoption papers now as it may take a long time to process. She has no preference on the sex of the baby. It took her about 18 months to finally get Louis and there is no time table as to when she will get the second child.

Sandy’s lawyer told her it could take a year to complete the process. She doesn’t care whether or not it’s a boy or girl. She just wants a healthy.’

12 APRIL, 2012

TULIP

ENTERTAINMENT

RANVEER SINGH

Injured On The Sets

B O L L Y W O O D

Ranveer Singh, who plays the male lead in Lootera apparently, injured his back on the sets of the film. As per reports, Ranveer Singh hurt his back on the sets of Lootera and has been advised bed rest for two weeks. Not much is known about the nature of the injury as yet. Ranveer Singh and Sonakshi Sinha play the lead roles, directed by Vikramaditya Motwane. It is a joint film production venture by filmmakers such as Anurag Kashyap, Vikramaditya Motwane, Vikas Bahl and Madhu Mantena. Ranveer Singh, known to be a charmer, had earlier danced to the tunes of Band Baaja Baaraat for the huge crowd that gathered outside his hotel in Purulia District, Bengal where he is shooting for the movie. A source close to Ranveer Singh said that the actor was feeling pain since 3-4 days. The problem is expected to be in Ranveer’s back which was injured while he was climbing a mountain. However the actor continued to shoot, unless the situation got worse.

BEBO CUTS HERSELF

From The World!

Kareena Kapoor’s friends apparently got very worried since she cut herself completely from all friends and family for the past few weeks.

It later came to be known that the actress was busy shooting for Madhur Bhandarkar’s Heroine and did not want to be disturbed! Kareena Kapoor reportedly went out of reach and was not accessible at all, for days together since her mobile phone was also switched off. Bebo’s friends were so concerned of her well being that they did everything possible to find out where she was! As per sources, Kareena Kapoor was so involved shooting for an emotional scene in Madhur Bhandarkar’s Heroine that, she decided to disassociate herself completely from the world and had thus switched off her cell phone throughout the shoot. It is also being rumored that close friends of Kareena have nicknamed her Aamir since her perfection and dedication to her profession is somewhat like that of Aamir Khan. Heroine is a journey in a heroine’s life in the contemporary world.

It’s going to portray how an actress reaches the top and how her life goes through ups and downs. There are lot of catharsis and traumas shown in the film. Arjun Rampal would play lead in the film opposite Kareena Kapoor.

14 APRIL, 2012

MAHIE GILL

In Dabangg 2

Everyone wants the limelight that comes with starring opposite a Khan.

And when it’s Salman Khan you’re talking about, it’s nothing short of a bonus. Actress Mahie Gill is definitely rising high with her back to back movies. After the success of her last release Paan Singh Tomar, Mahie Gill has finally grabbed a golden opportunity to work with one of the biggest Khans of the industry. A leading daily reports that Mahie Gill is all set to share a screen space with the Khan brothers, Salman and Arbaaz in Dabangg 2. The actress will be seen in Dabangg 2 as Abraaz Khan’s love interest. Mahie rose to fame after her much acclaimed Dev D. Her other films Saheb Biwi Aur Gulam, Not A Love Story, Paan Singh Tomar also received wide acclamations. Mahie quotes ‘I’ve told the producers that I’ll do a couple of scenes in Dabangg 2, so a very special role is being written for me. The original was a special film and I am looking forward to my small role in the sequel.’

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ENTERTAINMENT

RANA AND NATHALIA

IN RGV’s Andam

Few days ago sensational director Ram Gopal Varma has announced his new movie with Rana and Nathalia. The name of the movie was Andam, as he said before that he will do a film with Nathalia in main lead. Few days ago he released a latest press note and he revealed some photos of Rana Daggubati and Nathalia and announced it as the photo shoot of the lead pair of the movie. According to him, Andam is a romantic action flick that would be filmed entirely abroad in never seen before locations. He said, ‘Till now there are only streets, small houses and small locations. But this film will be shot in entirely opposite to all my past films. I am planning to direct this flick in totally a new way. Nathalia is an Indo-Brazilian 21 year old who won the crown of Kingfisher Calendar Girl this year. He says that her item number in Department will show the door to the previous beauties and their hit item numbers. He plans to launch her in his next film Andam in which he will show case her beauty as a God made wonder. He says ‘It is only once that God takes the pain to make a beautiful girl like her.’ Well, looks like Ramu is completely bowled over by her. Let’s hope she also doesn’t land up like his previous girls doing nothing other than a few movies from his camp.

ALLU ARJUN

GENELIA

In Trouble?

Chief metropolitan magistrate court directed the Saifabad police to register and investigate a criminal case against a real estate company and five others including popular actress Genelia D’souza. The court direction comes in the wake of a petition filed by a senior citizen, a retired government official. The petitioner contended that Sudarshan along with other directors and employees of the so-called company, told him that Genelia was one of the directors and brand ambassadors of the company and even shown him brochures displaying her pictures. The petitioner said he had paid Rs. 48 lakhs on three different dates in 2008 towards purchase of two plots and construction of duplex-house. However, the petitioner was neither given possession of plots nor did the company construct duplex-house. ‘Despite repeated requests and running from pillar to post, none of the representatives of the company responded,’ the petitioner said. The petitioner also alleged that the director of the company, Sudarshan Kumar Reddy had abused him in filthy language and threatened to kill him, when he insisted for return of money. It was then he realized that he had been duped by the company which had closed its office, the petitioner said.

16 APRIL, 2012

Dance In Trivikram’s Next Allu Arjun is well known for excellent dance moves and also, all witnessed his previous movies. Allu Arjun has become most famous in Tollywood for styles and dances. His trendy looks and specially choreographed movements always stood highlighted. Currently, Allu Arjun is acting in movie under the direction of Trivikram Srinivas. Allu Arjun rocked the dance floor in most of his songs.

He always comes up with unusual dance movements in all his films.

Bunny has said that he is taking special interest and care on the dances, as he is expecting it to be major highlight for this romantic comedy entertainer. Ileana is playing female lead role for this flick. Meanwhile, Sonu Sood is taking a whooping remuneration to act as a villain. Devi Sri Prasad is composing music for this flick under Radhakrishna direction from Harika Hasini creations banner. Earlier there was a buzz about the title as Honey or Partner, but makers have not announced officially about it. Just wait for few more days to enjoy the rocking dances from Allu Arjun.

TULIP

ENTERTAINMENT

JEEV MILKHA SINGH

Andalucian Open

Jeev Milkha Singh made the weekend action as he finished the second round with a three-under 69 to claim one-shot lead at the halfway stage of the Andalucian Open. Jeev, who had an even par 72 in the first round earlier, is now three-under 141 and tied for 31st. However, Jeev’s compatriot SSP Chowrasia had two bogeys on his second nine and missed the cut by two. Chowrasia (75) finished at two-over, following his first round 71. The cut came at even par and Chowrasia was two shots off the mark. Meanwhile, 29-year-old Eduardo de la Riva birdied the difficult final hole at Aloha Golf Club to take a one shot lead at the halfway stage. He is followed by some well-established names, including 48-year-old Miguel Angel Jimenez (68) at seven-under in tied second place with Tommy Fleetwood (69). Also in the bunch in second place is European Tour’s youngest-ever winner, the 18-year-old Matteo Manassero (73). Manassero had a record equaling 64 in first round. Starting on the tenth, Jeev birdied the 10th and 12th holes before bogeying the 13th. He quickly picked two more birdies on the 14th and 16th and turned in three-under, which improved with a birdie on first.

S P O R T S

KLINSMANN DOUBTS ENGLAND

Euro - 2012

German legend Jurgen Klinsmann has expressed his doubts in England’s ability to win Euro 2012. In a manner similar to previous tournaments, the English national side are once again in the mix of possible teams to triumph at the European Championships later this year. However, having choked one too many times in recent years, Klinsmann is skeptical that the present England team have what it takes to win the upcoming event. ‘England has a strong squad before every major tournament on paper, but they have never found the right chemistry in the team and they fail more on account of themselves than their opponents. The current United States manager has no reservations toward his former charges Germany, believing that only the Spanish national side would pose a threat to them. We are hoping to lift the cup, the team has strengthened over the years, having been underpinned by the younger generation, from [Mesut] Ozil and [Sami] Khedira to [Andre] Schurrle, [Marco] Reus and [Mario] Gotze’ - Klinsmann revealed. The quality is there to stand up at the crucial moment.

But Spain remain the team to beat. They are still number one, the world’s best.

18 APRIL, 2012

SACHIN GREATER THAN DON

Nasser Hussain

Former England captain Nasser Hussain believes Sachin Tendulkar is the greatest batsman of all time ahead of Sir Donald Bradman. ‘Sir Donald Bradman was great but for me the greatest batsman to have ever played the game is Sachin Tendulkar,’ Hussain said. Former England captain Nasser Hussain said the recent criticism of the Indian team is unnecessary because the world champions are still a force to reckon with. You have Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag, Harbhajan Singh! And you - till recently - had (Rahul) Dravid,’ he added. Hussain also mentioned that critics and cricket fans in India need to see what India had a decade ago and how India has performed over the years in international tournaments. They are cricket’s greatest ambassadors in the world. Hussain attributed India’s World Cup win last year to the IPL, saying - ‘IPL has given India, players like Suresh Raina who became a massive factor in ODIs. However, he cautioned India against overplaying and also not producing quality bowlers. India always had quality batsmen but where are the bowlers? Where are they coming from?’ He further said - excessive cricket was taking its toll on the national selection. ‘Most Indian players are overcooked,’ he said, adding there was a need for the cricket board to give adequate rest to the seniors.

TULIP

TINSEL TOWN

Mehdi & Afsaneh

Sara & Soeil

Marziyeh & Ali Hemmati

BIRTHDAY BASH Soeil’s Big Day!

Birthday Celebrations of soeil, son of Mehdi and Afsaneh; was a grand affair. They arranged a lip smacking dinner for the guests. Magic and mimicry shows have left everyone mesmerized. Relatives and close friends of both have blessed the birthday boy with good wishes. People had a great time at the do. Many other known faces of the city were also spotted at the party.

Arefeh

Mrs. Shahbaz

Pretty Smile

Sara

Mania with Zayan

20 APRIL, 2012

Saba

Roshna

Naheed & Sakina

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TINSEL TOWN

Radhika & Rama

Shalini

Priyanka & Neha

Priyanka & Ritu

KIDS ‘N’ US Delivering Happiness

Kids ‘N’ Us was inaugurated by renowned fashion designer Vinita Pittie. Apart from Kids wear; they also have designer jewellery, purses and fancy gift articles. They offer infant bedding and related nursery accessories and décor such as blankets, rugs, mobiles, nightlights, hampers, lamps, wall art and developmental toys. With a wide range of boys, girls and unisex lines; you’ll be sure to find their collection that fits your child’s personality and your own decorating sensibilities. The inauguration was attended by Pooja Khaitan, Radhika Agarwal, Tannu Mehta, Nalini Somany, Sharmila, Shalini badruka, Aarti Badruka, Sonali Sharma, Moni Agarwal and many others.

Chitra 22 APRIL, 2012

Arpita & Sadna

Vinita & Indu

Vidushi

Sheetal

Shivangi

Sonali

Nidhi

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Shruti Malpani & Sunita Gaggar

Moni Agarwal

SUMPTUOUS LUNCH

By Aarti and Usha Badruka Karuna Chalasani, Aarti Badruka , Geeta Khurana & Usha Badruka

Shilpa

Pooja Bagga & Manisha Hora 24 APRIL, 2012

Rummy Azad & Parvathi Reddy

Nirmala Jhabak

An informal Pizza-Pasta afternoon was hosted by Usha and Aarti Badruka at the Aqua Poolside – The Park Hotel. They had live Country music going on near the poolside along with Italian cuisine. The Park graciously handed over gift vouchers to all the guests and created a friendly casual lazy afternoon look. Some of the socialites present were Nikita Reddy, Lata Reddy, Parvathi Reddy, Sirisha, Rajini Sharma, Trushna Tibrewala, Kavita Reddy, Rupal, Sonal Gaggar, Lona Logan, Alka Jaideep, Anita George, Sakshi Saraf, Rummy Azad, Moni Agarwal, Manjula Narsa, Gurleen Bagga, Simranjit Chatwal, Neha Agarwal and others.

Gurmeet & Rachana

Vartika Popli

Vibha Agarwal

Divya & Vibha

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Akita

Neetu & Preeti

Mehar & Jasmine

Sahiba & Megha

CELEBRATING WOMANHOOD @ The Yellow Chillies The Women’s Day celebration held by the Andhra Pradesh Sabha Ladies Wing Phulkari, was a perfect blend of fun, felicitation, interaction and food among 70 invited guests at - The Yellow Chillies. All the ladies have turned up in white attire. It was followed by some fun with music and games like Tambola. Ladies were seen pampering themselves with foot massage and nail art. They all enjoyed the lavish Punjabi spread at the restaurant.

To mention a few - Sumeet Sarna, Preeti Mohan, Neetu Sikka, Gurleen Bagga, Ritu Lamba, Shruti, Megha among many others were a part of this grand event.

Pretty

Ashu

Neha Singh

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Rajika & Cate

Santha John

Ko Van Den Hil

Sanjay

CELEBRATION OF COLOURS Westin Hyderabad Mindspace In keeping with the tradition of innovation, Westin brought international art from Vietnam to Hyderabad with its third edition of The Art Studio. A Celebration of Colours displayed a riot of colours, heavy textures and unique styles. The diversity and depth of the artists provided a dynamic environment for art lovers across the city. The art portrayed scenes from everyday village life, colourful landscapes and focuses on Buddhist’s quest for noble salvation.

These traits combined are what characterize Vietnamese paintings and give it freshness, originality and a unique personality. The artists’ imaginations were skillfully portrayed through their canvasses.

Most of the art on display, were from selected promising artists from their various genres of visual arts. The guests were seen enjoying the evening with wine and cheese. Vietnamese art is much in demand in many countries and provides a buying experience for people.

Ravindernath

Zabeen & Namratha 26 APRIL, 2012

Deepti & Veera

Neelofar

Seema

Jayshree

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Fatima & Moona

Sania

Laila Khan

Anees & Zareen

GET TRADITIONAL! With Soiree The city’s most stylish ladies headed to a designer soiree store launch recently, for their passion of fashion. Held at a renowned city store, the exhibition showcased apparel from leading fashion designers from Pakistan. All the ladies were spotted filling their shopping carts with outfits from their favourite designers.

Sheema & Ayesha

Sanjay, Venugopal, Rama Seshu, Durga Prasad & Raja Ram

Aliya

Parveen

Ajita Reddy & Banda Karthika Reddy

CANCER CRUSADERS INVITATION CUP - 2012 World Women’s Week

Cancer Crusaders Invitation Cup 2012 had an overwhelming success with over 150 golfers participating, with a colourful celebrity play-off. The tournament was organized as a fund raiser and Cancer awareness initiative by Cancer Crusaders of CURE Foundation at EMAAR MGF Boulder Hills Golf Club. The celebrity participants included Ms. Banda Karthika Reddy - Ex Mayor of Hyderabad, Ms. Katherine Dhanani - Consulate General of the United States of America, Hyderabad; Ms. Shobana Kamineni – Director – new initiatives – Apollo Hospital Enterprises Ltd, fitness trainer Dinaz Vervatwala, Shilpa Reddy, Ajita Reddy, Actress Samantha and others.

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Asmita Marwa

Renu Hassan

Kavya Reddy

Prasuna Reddy

Shashi

WOMEN ON WHEELS Women’s Day - Charity Drive

Benu Singh

Kavita Golechha

Shilpa Reddy

Tarmeen

To commemorate International Women’s Day 2012, Audi Hyderabad organized a unique Audi Women’s charity drive. This exclusive Audi women’s drive was flagged off from Westin Hyderabad Mindspace. All the women participating drove in their Audi Cars.

The charity drive was flagged off by Dinaz - the Fitness icon in the twin cities. The aim of the charity drive is to create awareness about the importance of the girl child and second - the financial proceeds from the event would be donated to YFLO CSR - for promoting education of the girl child, across the state. Audi Hyderabad took this initiative of getting the women commemorate the International Women’s Day Celebrations by recognizing the need of the girl child to be recognized first. Westin Hyderabad Mindspace has also partnered in this initiative.

JADEBLUE IIF AWARD – 3 TIMES IN A ROW

Jitender Chauhan receiving the prestigious award 28 APRIL, 2012

JadeBlue the luxury lifestyle store renowned for their depth of exclusive menswear and fashion merchandize won the ‘Most Admired Regional Retailer 2011 – West award at the 12th Annual India Fashion Forum Awards held recently in Mumbai. This is the third consecutive year that JadeBlue has bagged this award. With the Images award, JadeBlue has once again established its premier position in the fast changing and very demanding retail sector in India. Besides, JadeBlue Ahmedabad has won the award for Best Premium Shop-in-Shop 2011 and JadeBlue Vadodara has won the Consistent Premium Shop-in-Shop Champions 2011 from Levi’s, reiterating JadeBlue’s position as destination store for buying casuals and denims. Despite of strong changes sweeping the retail and fashion industry in India, JadeBlue succeeded not just in maintaining, but strengthen its position. Mr. Jitendra Chauhan (R), CMD, JadeBlue Lifestyle India Ltd., receiving the Annual Images Fashion Award for the Most Admired Regional Retailer 2011 – West at function held recently in Mumbai.

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A Day From Samia Alam Khan’s Diary..

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I AM PASSOINATE AND DEDICATED TO MY WORK

FIRST THINGS FIRST I see that my kids go to school and husband off to work.

Then the first hour which follows, is a personal time for me, which includes a mix of spirituality and health - I say my prayers and then get on to the treadmill at home and while exercising, I listen to my choice of music. This refreshes me and sets the tone for my day ahead. Then I prepare for a long day ahead, which usually means that while I have my morning cuppa and scan through the papers, I also have some essential me time. With regards to work, I check my diary which sets the pace for the day - anything that spilled over from the previous day that needs to get prioritized, things which were scheduled for the day and other things to catch up on.

My USP is that I customize clothes according to the clients’ needs. Most of the designs in my exhibitions are usually re-ordered. I work via emails.

My clients place orders from the selection they make from my exhibitions. I then customize clothes according to their preferences. The fabrics and styles are based on my design, but I do a little bit of alterations in design, according to the needs of my clients. I am very organized. I am a very diary-schedule person. My passion for clothes is what inspired me to start my own line. I customize clothes for friends and relatives.

TYPICAL AFTERNOON The afternoon includes interacting with my clients over phone or coordinating with workers and giving instructions. Then I usually set off to the market place to buy fabrics, laces and other accessories which I have to deliver to the workshop. If I have a social lunch, I plan this shopping around that place and try my best to attend both. At about 16:30 hours, I am back home waiting for the kids to come back from school.

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STYLE STATEMENT

Focus on domestic activity is something which I never let go. Its kids time for an hour or hour and a half. I look into their school work. Their activities like sports training and yoga are organized.

Evening is usually at home, coordinating with designers for new trends and design, design clothes, send and receive emails. During late evenings, the whole family is at home. It’s usually family time, as the dinner is prepared. Dinner is one meal and we insist upon having this one meal together discussing our respective days and how it spanned out. Right before bed time, I usually read or watch some TV and update my diary for the next day.

Everyone needs to find their personality by experimenting with styles, cuts and colours.

You can be dressed from head to foot in designer stuff and still feel uncomfortable and not put together. Experiment with trends but stick to your design philosophy.

I believe in investing in classic pieces of clothing, jewellery and accessories which will outlive fashion trends and form the basics of a wardrobe over which everything else is constructed. The trick is to find products which can be mixed and matched and used imaginatively. Always construct your look on one or two main things. It could be a lovely pair of shoes and a statement ring rather than wearing everything that is in your accessory box.

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I was always interested in clothes and styling. My business was born out of my passion for clothes. Together with my partner, this year we’ve created a line of clothing which will be retailed under our name - Studio Aayra. The idea behind this brand is to focus on a fusion line of clothing. The design intention is a chic combination of Indo/Pak/western look and fashion with comfort is what we usually aim for. The best thing about my profession is it allows me to do what I enjoy the most. I try not to get overloaded with work. For this reason, my partner and I are currently concentrating on holding exhibitions which showcases designer clothing from across the country 3-4 times a year. The reason being, we can bring out a line that’s fresh and exclusive. Also this means we have enough time to bring together a collection that is truly unique and not repetitive. That’s the way I like it! I want to enjoy what I do and I don’t want to lose the essence of my passion by commercializing it to an extent that it loses its charm.

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‘Having good friends is a blessing. It’s important to have a set of people you can go back to and talk about anything under the sun whether you need it or not. The friends in my life have made me feel special.’

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SUCCESS MANTRA I believe that man is a creation who isn’t easy to please. Success and happiness according to me are deeply entwined and success is never the end. For me, it’s more important to be content. To see my family happy and in good health is very important to me.

To see my children grow into confident and accomplished, young citizens, makes me happy. My husband (Manzoor Alam Khan) always believed in me and he is my greatest strength.

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I have an MBA with two majors - marketing and Finance.

I was a class topper and topped my batch in both the streams.

I love watching movies and I share this interest with my husband. We are a complete first day-first show kind of couple.

I am very spiritual and faith is the one thing that I firmly believe, helps you in being sane and grounded.

I am a foodie and love trying different cuisines. I like to cook and more than that, I like to feed people. My friends tell me that I feed them till they can move no more! I also love chocolates and when I travel, one large bag is always reserved for this sweet temptation.

I love clothes and wearing lovely fabrics makes me feel good. This led me to design my own clothes. I also love accessorizing and I feel the right shoes and bags can elevate a look. All this obviously, is a peek into my love for shopping. Forget retail therapy, even window shopping releases endorphins into my system. My motto is - When the going gets tough, the tough go shopping.

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MOVIE REVIEW

MOVIES IN APRIL Housefull 2 Director: Sajid Khan

M O V I E S

Cast: Akshay Kumar, John Abraham, Asin, Jacqueline Fernandez, Rishi Kapoor and others It is the story of four fathers, four daughters and four prospective son-in-laws and as the second half of the title suggests, they are the dirty dozen.

Each father wants his daughter to marry the richest son-in-law, each daughter thinks she is marrying the richest son-inlaw. Each son-in-law is pretending to be the richest son-in-law. Each character is flawed, unscrupulous and extremely entertaining. The good news for the audience is that none of these people can stand each other and all of them are under one roof, in one house as the first half of the title suggests – Housefull.

THIS MEANS WAR All is fair in love and war. And all is fair in love, war and dating. Or so it seems, for FDR Foster (Chris Pine) and Tuck (Tom Hardy) who are CIA agents and best buddies with a dual mission - win over the woman they both claim to be falling in love with Lauren (Reese Witherspoon) and keep the friendship going, no matter who gets the girl. Now it’s just when the gentlemen’s agreement goes kaput, does all the war (of words) in the movie come into play. In fact, more than who wins the girl, it’s the how-they-win-the-girl that keeps the funny bone tickled on and off. Take for instance FDR Foster who gets his knowledge of Gustav Klimt mixed up with the objectionable and Tuck who puts up a fake action stunt to show he is not ‘just the caring’ type. Not to miss out is Trish (Chelsea Handler) who unabashedly concludes the best way to fall for a guy is to check him out in bed! As for Reese, watch this woman capable of choosing her own movies go weak in the knee when it comes to choosing the two men chasing her. For the rest, it’s over to the real war - yes, there’s even a warlord on the lose who gives you a couple of short-lived action cuts - you don’t really seem to care about. But then you do care about who gets the girl in this rom-com. Who? Well, as the CIA agents on the run put it - May the best man winfor the lady!

AGENT VINOD Bollywood has seen very few spy films of late, at least not any memorable ones, but that doesn’t imply that the audience will accept a below-average story. However, it is the screenplay, also by the same writers, is where Agent Vinod really falters. While the writer-director Sriram Raghavan has made sure that the scenes are slickly shot and executed but at times, they hardly make any sense. Although this does give a feeling of anticipation, the audience soon realize that there is nothing earth-shattering that is going to be revealed in the plot. Agent Vinod’s characterization is such that the viewer is given no reason to root for him, as he goes on about his exploits. On the other hand, Iram’s character is supposed to gain the viewer’s sympathy, but even that attempt falls flat on its face. A few scenes of the spy games between Vinod and Iram and a handful of action sequences (including an imaginatively choreographed one with the song Raabta in the background), entertain, but since the basic plot is very simple and the screenplay unnecessarily convoluted, the viewer soon lose interest in the proceedings.

The drama just lacks pace just before and after the interval. The climax turns out to be unintentionally funny. The dialogues are alright.

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Tezz Director: Priyadarshan Cast: Anil Kapoor, Ajay Devgn, Mohanlal, Kangna Ranaut, Sameera Reddy, Boman Irani, Zayed Khan, Avika Gor and Priyanka Chopra.

One man is out to get back what was unjustly taken away from him. The other is willing to do whatever it takes to stop him in order to serve justice. Both are pitted against each other and both are pitted against time. Lives have already been destroyed and more lives are about to be devastated as a train speeding from Glasgow to London holds the fate of Aakash Rana and Counter Terrorism Command Arjun Khanna and only one of them will succeed.

Chimpanzee Director: Alastair Fothergill Disney nature takes movie-goers deep into the forests of Africa with Chimpanzee, a new true life adventure introducing an adorable young chimpanzee named Oscar and his entertaining approach to life in a remarkable story of family bonds and individual triumph. Oscar’s playful curiosity and zest for discovery showcase the intelligence and ingenuity of some of the most extraordinary personalities in the animal kingdom. Working together, Oscar’s chimpanzee family - including his mom, Isha and the group’s savvy leader, Freddy - navigate the complex territory of the forest. The world is a playground for little Oscar and his fellow young chimpanzees, who’d rather make mayhem than join their parents for an afternoon nap.

Titanic 3D Director: James Cameron Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio & Kate Winslet Set against the ill-fated maiden voyage of the unsinkable Titanic, at the time, the largest moving object ever built. She was the most luxurious liner of her era the ship of dreams which ultimately carried over 1,500 people to their death in the ice cold waters of the North Atlantic, in the early hours of April 15, 1912.

Rose (Kate Winslet) is a 17-year-old, who falls for a free-spirited young steerage passenger named Jack Dawson (Leonardo DiCaprio). Once he opens her eyes to the world that lies outside her gilded cage, Rose and Jack’s forbidden love begins a powerful mystery that ultimately echoes across the years into the present. Nothing on earth is going to come between them not even something as unimaginable as the sinking of Titanic.

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Rhythm is important in painting as well as in music. If one defines rhythm as - a pause incorporated into a sequence, then there can be rhythm in paintings. It is a mode of creative expression and has numerous forms...

ABOUT KAMAL KAMARAJU Kamal is a lead actor from Telugu Film Industry. With a degree in Architecture and passion for art and movies, Kamal chose to begin his career in various departments - in films as a Writer, Art Director, before professionally settling as an actor in Telugu and Tamil film industries. He is an ace Photographer and an architect. One of his works includes the landscape for restaurant - Moksh). His serious inclination towards art has led him to continue his practice in painting. He works on various media ranging from oil, acrylics and charcoal on canvas. He loves the technique of palette knife.

ABOUT MINNU SERIES Minnu is a character designed by him resembling a girl child. Minnu, though looks physical in character, in reality, represents a gamut of emotions which we all go through with respect to a girl or a woman. The artist inter-weaved these into the patterns of our society to make it adorable, thought provoking, mischievous, iconic and all the time representing Me and You.

Minnu started as part of my journey in art, to understand a me thod of social consciousness within my explorations. I understood that Minnu came from within and it exists in each one of us making it a thought, rather than a subject or an object. -

Price range - Rs. 9,000/- to Rs. 36,000/- for 12”X12” - 3ft X3t (small works). Rs. 54,000/- to Rs. 2,50,000/- for large works (more than 4ft).

To buy paintings contact : Mr. Sudheer 09396444424

ABOUT RAJIKA MITTRA She is a seasoned Advertising Sales & Events specialist, who had worked in the Asian Media business for a decade in Singapore, Malaysia and India. She worked extensively with International companies being an Associate Publisher for a range of entertainment titles. After moving to India in 2006, have spearheaded an annual, successful India Radio Forum and excellence in Radio Awards, which has completed 6 years. As an events specialist, she had worked with different companies introducing event-based innovative campaigns for their target audiences. As a hobby, she launched Asian Art House - creating a platform for South to showcase their art in the affordable space by organizing successful South East Asian Art exhibitions in India and abroad.

ABOUT TRUTH SERIES This series of paintings are done by Tran Quang Tru, born 1982, in Nam Dinh Province, Southern Hanoi, Vietnam.

Tran Quang Tru has studied different masters and has experimented with different styles – classic to portrait to modern. His paintings have endless possibilities and openings for the imagination.

The artist carefully paints with close attention to line, composition and colour.

Colour is the most important component in his works - each colour blends into the other in perfect harmony. Vibrant colours are displayed prominently in his work.

Price range - Rs. 12,000/- for 12”X12”, Rs. 20,000/- to 77,000/- for 32”X32”, Rs. 77,000/- for 40”X47” To buy paintings contact : Mr. Rajika, 7799800889 Email: rajikamittra@gmail.com : rajika@ccu-design-in APRIL, 2012 33

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or more than twenty centuries, words within a sacred text have mystified, confused and been misunderstood by almost all who read them. Only a very few people through history have realized that the words are a riddle and that once you solve the riddle — once you uncover the mystery — a new world will appear before your eyes.

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Remember when you were a child and you believed that life was magical? Well, the magic of life is real and it’s far more exciting and awe-inspiring than you ever imagined as a child. You can live your dreams, you can have anything you want and your life can touch the stars!

In The Magic a great mystery from a sacred text is revealed and with this life-changing knowledge Rhonda Byrne will take you on an unforgettable journey for 28 days. Step by step, day by day, secret teachings, revelations and scientific law are brought together into one breathtaking book—a book that will lead you to a life and a level of happiness beyond your wildest dreams.

No matter who you are, no matter where you are, no matter what your current circumstances, The Magic is going to change your entire life!

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woman who dared to dream and a man who had forgotten how to! Though her name was up in lights, Maddy O’Hurley cared nothing for the trappings of stardom. All that mattered was dancing. She moved in perfect harmony to the music that ruled her life both onstage and off. Recording mogul Reed Valentine saw the world in black and white and women were on the dark side, not to be trusted. So when eternal optimist Maddy whirled in to his life, bringing colour and laughter, he was instantly suspicious. He dealt with ruthless expertise. Music was his business and he was all business until she lit up the stage. After all, if he danced to her tune, began believing in miracles, wouldn’t he ultimately have to pay the piper? Reed’s only passions were wealth and power until Maddy engaged the mesmerizing mogul in the daring dance of love.

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n Danielle Steel’s beloved #1 New York Times bestselling novel, two strangers meet unexpectedly and fall in love in the City of Lights. As president of a major pharmaceutical empire, Peter Haskell has everything - power, position, a career and a family; which mean everything to him and for which he has sacrificed a great deal. Compromise has been key in Peter Haskell’s life and integrity is the base on which he lives. Olivia Thatcher is the wife of a famous senator. She has given to her husband’s ambitions and career until her soul is bone dry. She is trapped in a web of duty and obligation, married to a man she once loved and no longer even knows. When her son died, a piece of Olivia died too. Accidentally, on the night of a bomb threat, they meet in Paris, at the Ritz. Their totally different lives converge for one magical moment in the Place Vendôme, as Olivia carefully, silently, steps out of her life and walks away. As the two strangers meet, their lives become briefly enmeshed. In a café in Montmartre, their hearts are laid bare. Peter, once so sure of his path, so certain of his marriage and success, but suddenly faced with his professional future in jeopardy. Olivia is no longer sure of anything except that she can’t go on anymore.

When Olivia disappears, only Peter suspects that it may not be foul play.

And if he finds her again, where will they go from there? Five days in Paris is all they have. They go back to their separate lives, but nothing is the same. At home again, they both must pursue their lives, despite challenges, compromise and betrayal. Everything they believe is put on the line, until they each realize they must stand fast against compromise and face life’s challenges head-on.

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omanche Moon by Catherine Anderson is a must read for all. This is where Swift and Amy’s story begins.

They fall in love at a young age and get betrothed in the Comanche way. Swift Antelope stays with his Comanche tribe during their fight against the whites but promises to come for her when he is finished. She waits years and he never comes, so eventually she goes to Oregan to live with her sister Loretta and Hunter. At the start of Comanche Heart, it has been 12 years after Swift left Amy. He returns to her farm only to be told she died. Three years later, he makes his way to Oregon to find Hunter and Loretta after years of being a gun slinger and riding with the Comancheros. He is amazed to find his Amy alive and well, living as a school teacher near her sister. Amy has never forgotten her childhood love but is terrified of the hard looking Comanchero Swift had become.

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‘A pen is mightier than a sword’ - a proverb which gives more importance to pen has not come from a writer, but a person who always wielded a sword!

And it was none, but the greatest war hero Napoleon! Have you ever wondered why pens are such popular gifts? Think graduation, new job, special birthday or promotion, the pen is the perfect choice for each occasion. Do you realize that every time you have to fill out a form or write down a note or just give in your signature, the pen you use, makes an impression? Tulip Magazine brings you a handpicked selection of elegant and classy pens...

Sheaffer Prelude 342 Fountain pen, is a generously proportioned model in classic style, manufactured using a brushed chrome plated brass barrel and cap with 22k gold plated trim. The nib is Sheaffer’s classic, duo-tone gold and chrome plated steel model which offers the excellent, smooth writing performance expected of a fountain pen of this caliber.

Available at - Crosswords, Lifestyle, Shoppers Stop and William Penn.

Price – Rs. 3000/-

Cross Apogee Collection - Known as the pen for power suits. It’s a perfect balance of style and classic proportions, in elegant haberdashery finishes, that’s anything but business, as usual. Apogee is the pinnacle of 21st century design.

Available at - Lifestyle and Crossword.

Price – Rs. 11,599/-

Marlen Tiepolo writing instrument has a relatively unique design from the Italian company. It is a handcrafted pen; meticulously designed ensuring the quality is well kept. The Marlen Tiepolo pen is very well made with high quality silver on both the barrel and cap.

Available at - Editions - pens of the world.

Price on request.

The Waterman Carene Black Sea is a striking combination of high gloss black lacquered and rich gold plated trims which produce the classic expression of refined sophistication. It has an 18K solid gold nib which is a unique waterman design. It’s a fine writing instrument in a fine luxury collection.

Available at - William Penn Price – Rs. 11000/-

Tommy Hilfiger’s Montana is classy and elegant. It’s draped in a soft intricate fabric weave, exuding pure sophistication. It’s available in roller ball and fountain and provides smooth writing experience because of superior German refill.

The Visconti Gordianknot Gold is a limited edition pen. It is inspired from the soaring skyscrapers and bustling pace of the city. It has a modern six side design with clean lines and a bold shape. It has solid gold and has an 18k gold nib.

Available at - Editions - Pens of the world Price on request

Available at – Shoppers Stop and Lifestyle Price – Rs. 4990/-

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SOIREE - THE DIFFERENCE IS YOU Anees Ajmal and Zareen Alam launched a two floor store, Soiree.

They are showcasing international labels by Amir Adnan, FNK, Khaadi Khaas, Junaid Jamshed, Sana Safinaaz, Nomi Ansari and others.

The store exhibits contemporary, Indo Western and classic ethnic clothing. They also launched Anees Ajmal - an urban chic colorful pret collection.

First floor has evening party wear. Second floor has more casual suits and semi party wear to printed lawns and kurtis.

Price ranges from Rs. 1,000/- to Rs. 25,000/Plot No.56, Park Enclave, Road No.12, Banjara Hills Phone No. 040-23391829, 9989989615

TRESSES -THE SALON At Tresses, they offer a wide range of services like haircuts by highly trained professional stylists for men and women. They also have a separate section for children and use only organic products for sensitive scalp. They also offer various other services including pedicure and manicure, facials, body waxing and clean ups all at very reasonable pricing. Keeping in mind your ethical conscience, their stylists will also advise you on what would suit you best, be it your haircut or a complete makeover.

They are one of the very few salons in the city that offers an exclusive keratin hair treatment and styling products which are specially formulated with natural keratin. Keratin treatment has been proven to rebuild, restore, and even rejuvenate hair, leaving it shiny, smooth and healthy. They also specialize in bridal make up and hairdos with experts working on every detail, aiming at giving you the perfect look, you have always dreamt of, for the most important day of your life. You could also avail amazing discounts on various bridal make up packages.

2nd floor, KVR Holdings, Opp Croma, Road no. 36 Jubilee Hills, Hyd Ph : 9000910932 / 9848545703

PARK HYATT Hyatt Hotels Corporation has opened its first city Park Hyatt hotel in southern India. Park Hyatt Hyderabad hotel offers an exclusive, international experience to business travellers and discerning local guests who appreciate sophisticated luxury and seek personalized service. The hotel is centrally situated in the upscale locality of Banjara Hills.

The hotel’s imposing lobby is designed with sparkling water features and plants which surround a 10.5 meter tall white, abstract sculpture (the hotel’s signature artwork).

The hotel offers 185 spacious and stylishly designed rooms and 24 suites which feature the latest in-room technology for the corporate traveller. It is also the first hotel in the city to offer 42 fully serviced luxury apartments – The Residences, for long staying guests who are looking for a home away from home.

Road No. 2, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad Ph: 040 23542391 36 APRIL, 2012

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VIBRANT VIZAG It is a paradise for tourists of all kinds - whether natural lovers, environmental lovers, wild animal enthusiasts, bird watchers or those who look for physical modern entertainment. Natural beauty is abundant in this majestic city, with ranges of pretty big hills, golden beaches along the Bay of Bengal coastline and natural valleys. The city has maintained its greatest appeal to the tourists all along the centuries. The beaches are against a setting of low ranges of scenic hills and lush greenery spotted with quiet coves and creeks.

LAWSON’S BAY BEACH It is on the way to Kailasagiri Hills, with golden sands and lush green vegetation. The beach is ideal for sea bathing and surfing, due to the shallow crystal clear water.

RISHIKONDA It is one of the most beautiful tourist spots in Vizag located 11 kms away from the city. This is on the Visakhapatnam-Bheemunipatnam beach road. Rushikonda is a hill fully covered with green and thickly plants and trees. A beach close to this hill is Rushikonda beach and is a beautiful one. The attractive feature of this beach is its neat golden sand. This is a best spot for the nature lovers. The water is pure and crystal clear. Rushikonda beach is a wonderful place for swimming, diving, water skiing and wind surfing and water sports.

MOTHER MARY CHURCH (ROSE HILL) Named after Monsieur Ross, the highest mount Ross Hill is among the line of three hills, the central one. Roman Catholic Chapel Mother Mary’s Church present over the hilltop was house built on it by Monsieur Ross in 1864 which was later converted. Shrines of the stages of the cross are lined through the pathway to the church. Even from this, Ross Hill’s excellent views of the ship building yard can be seen.

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YARADA BEACH AND DOLPHIN NOSE A spectacular beach which even very few locals are aware of, is called the Yarada beach. It’s a private beach coming under Agrigold plantations. This is nearer to the Dolphin Nose. The view from Dolphin Hill is spectacular. There is Ghat road leading one to the Dolphin Hill and Yarada. Though a lovely beach, it is not considered safe for swimming and playing. Hence do not go inside the waters above the knee level as a best practice.

DARGA KONDA The north hillock has a mosque and the mausoleum of the Muslim saint, Baba Ishaq Madina Darga Konda, who was revered for his prophecies, is known as Darga konda. It has been visited and venerated by Hindu and Muslim devotees alike.

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HILL STATIONS AND GETAWAYS ARAKU The Eastern Ghats is home to spectacular landscapes and wonderful valleys and Araku is the queen of all. Filled with endless valleys, dancing waters, singing trees, the list is big. Situated at a height of 1300 ft. above

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sea level, a visit to Araku, the Queen of Eastern Ghats is truly a magical experience. Lush rice fields, thickly wooded forests, sugar cane and coffee plantations and waterfalls make this spectacular piece of land, a wonderful tourist destination. The valley is inhabited by about 19 tribes - the women, with their saris draped unusually, the ends tied over one shoulder. Bright orange, red and purple flowers decorate their hair.

The thick forest here form a canopy that even prevents sunrays from entering the forest over undulating rocks in the deep forests. The tourists can spend a night camp in jungle, surrounded by streams with forest guards taking care of security aspects. A special non – vegetarian dish (Bamboo chicken) is arranged for group tours. Activities like butterfly watching, cycle riding, trekking are sure to make your vacation memorable.

ARAKU TRIBAL MUSEUM The museum of habitat showcases the lifestyle of the tribals who inhabit the valley. The museum, housed in a charming red-roofed bungalow,

ECO-TOURISM Tyda is a small village on the way to Araku. There is a resort called Jungle

depicts scenes from the daily lives of the tribals. From room to room, guests are greeted by such realistic sculptures of tribals in their natural habitat, that on many occasions, visitors take them for real! While a tribal lady cooks the evening meal, another feeds her child and a male tribal watches guard over his family, spear in hand. The weapons of the tribes form a large part of this fascinating, but small museum. Their chunky silver jewellery, ornate and elegant, is showcased in the main atrium of the museum.

BORRA CAVES These caves are said to be a natural wonders, which came into being over one million years ago. The river Gostani flows outside the caves and is believed to flow over a heap of limestone deposits, giving it a foamy or milky appearance. The perennial water flow over a period of time results in the formation of caves. Stalagmites are formed due to water percolating from the roof containing calcium bi-carbonate and other minerals. Similarly, Stalactites are also formed and because of their different shapes, tourist and locals have given different names to them.

Thoughtfully, 64 sodium vapour lamps help to show your way around the caves, which cover an area of 1 sq km.

Bells and it’s an ideal place for the weekends, where you are disturbed only by nature. There is no access to any means of communication there. This place is an absolute stress reliever. If visited during the weekends, the tourists get to watch the tribal dance in the late evenings.

‘More than anything else, Vizag is known for its beaches. It boasts a number of beaches which are scenic. A few virgin beaches span along the eastern side of the city and stretch for miles.’

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ach element in any interior plays a vital role. Be it the floor, walls, furniture or colour choice. It is a pure art to know yourself, identify your needs closely and then make up a surrounding of your own kind, which is as unique as you are. Stated below are sources for best interior products you can embellish your homes with…

KITCHEN BY DESIGN

Kitchen by Design (KBD) is a brand that was launched in the year 1999 by enterprising entrepreneurs, namely Christopher Hartnett, Samia Ali Khan and Sunil Rao, of Linus Consultants (P) Ltd., who sensed the need to redefine the kitchens in Indian homes. The mission at KBD is to provide Indian homes with an array of modular kitchens at par with international standards, which are designed for aesthetic looks, comfort, functionality, dimensional flexibility, choice of colours, textures and accessories to match an individual customer’s lifestyle and needs. After

CHATEAU D’AX

Chateau d’Ax is an international and longstanding company with a global footprint of world class retail experience. It has a presence in over 80 countries world-wide. Their specific collection of products provides style and comfort to customers through product innovation.

It has 140 exclusive stores in Italy and over 300 exclusive retail stores world-wide.Chateau d’Ax has a long history starting in the heart of Europe. It began with the family and its predisposition to transform the qualities of man into resources for the cause and the mission. This is the genesis of the most reliable Made in Italy - the family unit, dedication to work, executive rigour, polite collaborations, craftsmanship, sensitivity to quality and humility in service, products which astonish, attract approval, walk the streets of the world and decorate the homes of mankind. Chateau d’Ax has been developing in concentric circles for more than 60 years, stage after stage, with products and services, progressively qualifying the distribution and building the brand’s identity. It is the brand for modern living, with variations to meet the latest trends in personal taste, from designer to romantic to new luxury and

years of experience and thorough understanding of customers needs, KBD through its innovative design team, have re-engineered certain features of modular kitchens to suit the Indian requirements. The company is expanding their base and opening state-of-the-art modular kitchen and wardrobe showrooms across the country in a phased manner. KBD represent some of the finest Italian kitchen manufactures namely - Record Cucine, Bloch Cucine and Top Form (Eurokit). This collection caters to a price range across the board suitable to a wide array of customers.

after decades of experience and research offers an exceedingly large range of products, all of the highest quality, but always within reach for Made in Italy enthusiasts.

LOCATION – Ground Floor, Plot No.38, Road No.5, Jubilee Hills, Ph No. 23551855.

LOCATION – Chateau d’Ax, Ground Floor, Plot No. 703-A, Road No.36, Jubilee Hills, Ph No. 65890905

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Style Spa Furniture Ltd. has been in the business of Furniture retailing for more than a decade and is head quartered in Chennai. Style Spa is probably the only product brand to be available through their own exclusive outlets in more than 65 cities of the country. With a chain of 100 stores managed by a team of qualified and trained professionals, Style Spa is arguably the pioneer of Modern Furniture Retailing in India.

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mented by matching home accessories solutions all under one roof.

Today in India, the home is a place where a family comfortably lives, relaxes and entertains its guests. Yet it also makes a strong statement about the home owner, lifestyle and aspirations to the outside world.

Ebony Gautier’s range of contemporary home solutions allows you to make a strong style statement. They add on a distinctive character and unmatched elegance to living spaces in your home to complement your own lifestyle and aspirations. Be it bedroom spaces or living room spaces or your child’s personal zone, Ebony Gautier has world class contemporary solutions to enhance your style of living. So every time you bring home Ebony Gautier products you bring stylish French living into your home.

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LOCATION - Plot No. 473, Road No. 36, Jubilee Hills, Ph No. 23557738

VILLEROY & BOCH

LOCATION - QZ Plaza, Opp - Harsha Toyata, Kondapur Main Road, Hitech City, Ph No. 42617381.

Villeroy & Boch focuses its business activities in the Company Divisions Bathroom & Wellness and Tableware. The diverse, complete solutions of the product range convince consumers as well as designers and architects in every respect. The Bathroom and Wellness division does not only offer ceramic bathroom collections in a variety of styles, but also high-class bathroom furniture, coordinated fittings, accessories and radiators. The Tableware division comprises the complete range of products for a perfectly laid table: top-quality dinner services, crystal ware and cutlery, a rich assortment of products for preparation as well as accessories and gift products. Villeroy & Boch uses it to provide style guidelines and aesthetic stimuli for purchase decisions. Products are presented in an authentic, powerfully designed, true-to-life composition in realistic settings, such as bathrooms, kitchens or dining areas. Representative stores for the Bathroom, Tableware and Tile Divisions make this concept accessible to consumers in so many cities all over the world – from Paris to Milan and Moscow and beyond to Beijing, Mumbai and Hyderabad.

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LOCATION – 6-3-680/B1, Panjagutta, Ph No. 23400230

Style Spa has nearly 100 exclusive showrooms across 65 cities in India.

Experience by yourself Style Spa’s comprehensive ranges of home and office furniture, with well-informed sales people on hand to help you make the right choice. At Style Spa, they believe that style and comfort need not be mutually exclusive or in design terms, form and function need not follow one another but can comfortably coexist together. Everything they do is for the love of furniture. Style Spa is backed by one of South Asia’s largest factories specializing in producing panel based furniture. Every piece of Style Spa furniture is built to exacting technical and aesthetic specifications. Matching such standards demands a factory that is equally flawless. The raw materials are mostly imported from Europe. The passion for quality is taken down up to the minute detail, hardware included, which is from the world’s finest. Be it a TV cabinet or a bed, each Style Spa product follows the same path to perfection. Computer-simulated creations from the internationally trained design team begin life as prototypes which are tested and checked rigorously. Finally, only after the strict quality-control crew is impressed, mass production is flagged off. The finished furniture, manufactured to last for a longtime, makes its way to customer homes across the length & breadth of the country.

Ebony Gautier brings to the discerning Indian consumers, the very best in the home adornment retail segment. These stores which are spread over 20,000 square feet of premium shopping environment, provide a comprehensive range of stylish French furniture comple-

LLADRO

Lladró welcomes the new millennium with the collection Inspiration Millennium, a series of metaphorical sculptures which evoke the best of humanity and invite us to reflect on our place in the universe. Every Lladró piece of work is the result of a laborious artistic process. Sculptors follow their own inspiration but also perform, if the work requires it - a meticulous process of research and documentation. This is often the case with pieces or collections which reflect other cultures. Many Lladró sculptures display one of the most valued and differentiating features of the brand - flowers. Each one is fully made, petal by petal, following a very delicate process in order to obtain unique, unrepeatable creations.

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April is here and kids will be out of school soon for their vacations and will have long lazy days of May and June ahead. They could spend their Summer days in front of the TV or your children could be using their free time to learn activities which are reflections of their own unique talents. The following list of activities will help your kid take full advantage of it and help spark your kids creativity, to make the summer all that it should be...

PAINTING Most people think that at one time or another they would love to draw or paint. Many think that they can’t and lack the confidence to even try.

Art, for some talented people, is a natural born gift. Let’s face it! Some artists with no training are fantastic. If you are enthusiastic, you probably will go from strength to strength. Painting is something you need to be in the mood for, although if you are stressed it can be soothing. It is gratifying when you paint your imagination and see what transpires; but you may just stop and sketch something roughly on your travels or even copy something that grabs your attention. Surprisingly it is quite good to start with oils. In some ways this is easier to handle. If you do not find your painting satisfactory, paint over it and start all over again. Or simply scrape the paint off.

SPOORTHY - THE INSPIRATION INSTITUTE Learn how to paint! They teach how to do painting from kids to adults. Depending on their capability of learning they guide and show you the techniques of painting and learn in short time how to paint.

Price - Rs.1700/- per month.

Also Telugu speaking special classes for kids Rs. 1000/- per month.

Free personality development classes, if you go with any of the classes for kids.

Classes timing – 9:00 am to 12.30 pm Location – Road No.10, Banjara Hills, Opp. Rainbow Hospital.

Contact - 9494669999 (Ms. Lalitha)

SEWING Sewing is the world’s greatest hobby. It provides a relaxing, satisfying and self-confidence building experience. It gives endless opportunities for creative self expression, skill building and personal achievement. It is affordable and capable of saving thousands of money on clothing construction, embellishments and home décor. It is easy to get started and exciting to grow your sewing hobby. Sewers enjoy the colours, textures, and variety in it. So relax, enjoy, and take pride in your creative possibilities. You can make - clothing, draperies, home decorations, wall hangings, table runners, heirloom treasures, beautiful gifts, quilts, crafts and so much more. You can make exciting personal stuff like lingerie, robes and sleepwear. You can make all kinds of practical things. Material is provided and children complete one item every class.

SEWING CLASSES FOR BOYS AND GIRLS (6 to 15 years) Rs. 200/- per class Classes are held daily during the camp Everyday afternoon batch – 02:00 – 04:00 pm, evening batch 04:00 – 06:00 pm Location - Road No. 22, Near SVM Gaming Mall and Shree Jewellers, Jubilee Hills.

Call Sewing Studio Contact - 8008144002 (Ms.Suneetha)

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Horse riding is enjoyed by all ages and although many start horse riding when young, more people are taking up horse riding for the first time later in life. Horse riding as a hobby is often very relaxing for the rider. The pressures of everyday life seem to disappear on the back of a horse. Horse riding as hobby can be enjoyable for adults, but it is also a very wonderful hobby for children. Children can learn many things about life through horseback riding. Children will learn the responsibility of caring for an animal and the equipment that is needed for their hobby. They will also learn to control a huge animal. They will have to practice and learn techniques in order to make sure that this animal responds to their commands. The child will learn from their mistakes and they should learn to have a great deal of confidence in their abilities as they increase their skills through their hobby.

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HYDERABAD POLO & RIDING CLUB For those who are above five years Rs. 5000/- for one month coaching - 16 classes of 30 minutes - learn basics of riding the horse.

Rs. 250/- 30 minutes for further classes They have a total of 70 horses.

Timings - Morning 06:00 to 08:00 and 17:00 to 19:00, with Monday being a holiday.

Advance classes Rs. 5000/-, if they want to continue.

Website - www.hprc.co.in Location - Near A.P police academy, Aziz Nagar Road, opp. Dear Park, Gandipet, Ranga Reddy District.

Contact - 9949000085 (Mr.Qhader Siddiqui)

BOULDER HILLS GOLF CLUB GOLF For many years, golf has been a game that was exclusive to country clubs and society’s elite and was played by wealthy men with plenty of time on their hands. Times have changed and golf has become a game that can be enjoyed by men and women from every class and background. No matter where you live, it seems there is more and more access to golf courses in rural and urban areas alike. Those who take up Golf are finding that they have not just found a fun and relaxing hobby, but also that their mental and physical health has improved from playing the game. When playing Golf, you can receive many physical health benefits, without overexerting yourself. The motion of playing golf can help to loosen stiff joints and strengthen muscles that have not been used in some time. In particular, when a Golf swing is done correctly it tones the muscles of the arms and back. You will also burn extra calories, as with any type of physical activity.

To maximise the health benefits of Golf, be sure to walk rather than ride in a golf cart. Carrying your clubs will add a bit of weight bearing exercise that can help to build even more muscle and strengthen your bones and joints. The cardiovascular benefits of golf are greatly increased when you add in these two physical factors.

The classes will be held on the following times and days Beginners’ Golf Course Learn golf this summer at Boulder Hills The Golf training will be for six weeks starting from 15th March 2012, up to 30th April 2012. You will get in all, eighteen lessons in six weeks for just Rs.3000 + taxes. The clubs and range balls will be provided.

Wednesdays / Thursdays and Fridays - 4.30PM - 5.30PM Saturdays and Sundays - 8.30AM - 9.30AM Saturday - 5 PM – 6 PM The students can choose any three days from the given six options. This program is open to children aged 5yrs – 17yrs of age.

SWIMMING Swimming іѕ a grеаt exercise, a hobby, a family pastime аnd a sport thаt аlmοѕt everybody саn engage іn. Compared tο οn-land sports οr exercises, thеrе іѕ less stress οn thе joints аnd bones while swimming bесаυѕе water helps support the body. Swimming іѕ a year-round exercise, еіthеr indoor οr outdoor. Yου саn hаνе a swim anytime аnd even suit wіth уουr busy schedule. Sometimes, a swim аt noon mау even bе more invigorating thаn a meal. Extra fancy equipments mау nοt bе nесеѕѕаrу fοr уου tο hаνе a swim. Yου οnlу need a bathing suit οr сυt-οff trousers аnd thеn, уου аrе ready tο gο fοr a swim. Ear plugs, goggles аnd a bathing cap mау аlѕο come іn handy. Almοѕt аll thе muscles οf уουr body аrе used whеn swimming. Thаt іѕ whу swimming іѕ considered tο bе a whole-body exercise. Swimming wіll strengthen уουr cardiovascular system. It wіll аlѕο mаkе mοѕt οf уουr major muscle groups work more vigorously. Swimming саn even hеlр уου tο lose body weight аnd shed οff excess fаt. Burning аbουt eight extra calories per minute іѕ possible wіth swimming.

Special Swimming Classes Batch starts from April 4th - 6 to 12 years age group - 45 mins each class for 15 days.

Batch starting from May 2nd - Tuesday to Friday Morning two batches 07:00 to 07:45 am and 08:00 to 08:45 am Evening 17:30 to 18:15 pm 18:30 to 19:15 pm Price - Rs. 2000/Each batch is of 15 members.

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SOCCER So why is soccer such a great hobby for everyone? For one thing, it does not require much equipment to play Soccer. You just need a Soccer ball to kick around and a couple of friends and some sort of goal that you can use to kick the ball into. The rules are rather simple and obvious, you just kick the soccer ball around and try to kick it into the other team’s goal to score and you can’t touch the soccer ball with your hands. Kicking a soccer ball around is something that can be addicting and you can spend hours and hours doing it without getting bored. You can do different tricks with your like dribbling and or seeing how many times you can kick the soccer ball without letting it hit the ground. One nice thing about Soccer is that it definitely keeps you in shape with all of that running you have to do.

Soccer coaching classes Saturday and Sundays For 8 to 12 years.

Price - Rs.1500/Contact: 9963552289 (Mr.Giridhar) Adress : Next To Infosys & Opp ISB, Gachibowli.

MUSIC Music is among the most popular of all activities. Even if you can’t play a single note, music is powerful enough to go above and beyond any limitations that you may impose on yourself. There really are no boundaries when it comes to picking up an instrument and learning to play. Anyone can do it if you have the patience and the willingness to learn. It’s a good idea to try more than one type of instrument in order to know what you really prefer and what feels the most natural to you. It’s best not to make your decision on something like how cool a certain guitar looks on your favourite rock star. Everyone needs to develop their own musical styling with the instrument that is best for them. Music is something we can all relate to, no matter what type it is. It’s a universal hobby that brings out the best in all of us.

Notes and Moves music classes For Kids and Adults Keyboard Guitar Western violin And Jazz Drums One instrument you can choose to learn from it Rs. 1200/- per month - 8 classes in a month - one hour duration.

You can choose afternoon or evening timings.

Ms. Sneha and Mr. Mark are the teachers Location - Madhapur opp. India oil petrol pump road, near CGR International School.

Contact - 8019351239 / 9704686358

CALLIGRAPHY Calligraphy is an art which anyone can take it up as a hobby. A pen and a paper is all you need to do calligraphy. It continues to flourish in wedding and event invitations, original hand lettered logo design, religious art, graphic design, cut stone inscriptions and memorial documents. When someone says the word calligraphy out loud, the first image that comes to our mind is beautiful writing. Calligraphy has evolved a lot, right from being an ancient art form to being one of the most popular hobbies of children and adults alike. Therefore, calligraphy simply means beautiful writing that includes many styles, which can broadly be categorized into two main forms- Alphabetic writing and Pictographic writing. Calligraphy is often described as using one’s creative skills and expressing thoughts by translating them into beautiful writing styles.

Icmas institute (special summer camp for children) Handwriting improvement – Rs. 1000/- per month Calligraphy – Rs. 1000/- per month ABACUS – Rs. 1200/- per month VEDIC MATH- Rs. 1000/- per month Guitar – Rs. 1000/- per month Keyboard - Rs. 1000/- per month Combiart - Rs. 1000/- per month Timings - 10:30 - to 16:30 – with Saturday and Sunday being holidays.

Location - Srinagar Colony, Near Green Bawarchi Contact - 9291578887 (Mrs. Vani).

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If you love making candy and want to expand your confectionery knowledge, then joining a chocolate making course would be just perfect to fulfil your desire. Whether making chocolate is a hobby for you or you want to pursue it as a serious career choice, joining classes will take you to next level of chocolate making.

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Learn how to make Chocolate at Chocofantasy Institute Chocolate making course conducted by them are very simply designed. Even if you do not have any prior experience, you can learn the course very easily by attending their practical sessions. They also provide you with theory material. This course is suitable for anyone - even for younger children to any age group. Chocolate making sessions are designed to teach the art of making Chocolates by giving practical step-by-step instructions with the various fillings and their preparation, how to handle raw materials, equipment, proper storage with packaging, presentation and marketing of the finished products is also taught. By attending this course, you will gain technical expertise which will make you a chocolate chef.

One week classes Rs. 10,000/- for 1 person, If coming in a group, then the price will be less per person.

Timing - 11:00 to 16:00.

Location - 102, Shyam Vihar, 10-3-80, East Marredpally, Secunderabad Contact - 9849040847 or 66337475 (Mrs. R.Sudha) Website - Chocolates.pushkala.com

AERONAUTICAL Imagine having a couple of airplanes, one helicopter, an autogyro and maybe several ultralight trikes and all of that sitting in your room. In fact that’s a humble collection of model airplanes - most model aviation fans have tens, sometimes hundreds of models. Some prefer to buy and collect, others build by themselves. Some like static scale models which are exact copies of existing airplanes.

This is one of the most intersting summer classes for those who love flying.

Aeronautical modeling of small planes (For children and adults) Learn to build and fly remote controlled RC airplanes and helicopters at Aviator’s Academy.

This is for 4 to 80 years of age group. They will teach to make gliders for those who are younger than 15. Theory classes of aero-modeling gliders and different assembling of the plane will be taught. They will take to the academy and show the planes to explain what is glider and how to fly the aircraft. They will also have air show. Briefing will be given in the flight stimulator to show practically. They will be taken to see different electric models of aircrafts at the airfield.

Price - Rs.8000/- for 15 days Transport and food are provided Timings – 11:30 – 06:00 Classes begins from April 9th Location - Banjara Hills, Near GVk One Mall.

Contact - 9573615997 (Ms. Poornima)

DANCE Dancing is a hobby for millions of people across the globe. People choose dancing as hobby because of several reasons. For some, it could be passion and for some others it could be a reason to explore the inner talent. Choosing dance as a hobby can result in enhanced self-confidence, better social life, losing unwanted flab. The best feature of any hobby is that it makes one feel satisfied and relaxed and dancing is no exception. It is a great medium of self-expressions. Learning dance is total fun and entertainment. All the inherent elements associated with dance like music, rhythms, atmosphere, togetherness, partnerships, movements etc make it a wonderful experience. Very few hobbies turn out to be as rewarding as dance. It not only works on physical level but also on mental and emotional level.. Dance hobby is a great stress-reliever as well. It also gives one the feeling of being healthier and in control of life. Improved poise, posture and grace are few other value additions.

Summer steps 2012 dance classes Jazz, ballet, salsa, Hip-Hop, Ballroom, modern dance & Rock ‘n’ Roll 12 days work shop Approx Rs.1600/International trained and certified instructors will teach and after completing the course students will perform on the stage.

Different batches for 3 to 5 year, 6 to 9 years and 10 to 14 15 and above professional and open batch are conducted Address: Banjara hills Rd No.13, Madhapur, Tirimulgari and Kukatpally Contact: 9959801230 Mr. Prithvi Raj

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TARAMATI BARADARI History, Salvation and Tourism…

There is an element of romance, particularly where royalty and history coexist. Across the ages, stories are told about kings who have fallen under the spell of a courtesan. The middle ages, in particular, are rife with romance and grace, and they are especially obvious in India where it is customary for rulers to have harems... aramati Baradari is one such monument which was a king’s ode to one of his pet projects. The story goes with the seventh Sultan of Golconda - Abdullah Qutub Shah and two ravishing dance girls and courtesans, Taramati and Premamati, who would often dance on ropes tied between their pavilion at the Sultan’s balcony. Among the two, Abdullah Qutub Shah’s favorite was Taramati, much like how his grandfather, the founder of Hyderabad, had Bhagmati as his favored courtesan. It was said that the prince enjoyed Tamarati’s voice so much that he created a palace with such fine acoustics that her voice would still reach him at Golconda Fort. That palace stands today as Taramati Baradari, one of Hyderabad’s more popular monument from the Qutub Shahi dynasty.

The monument itself is comprised of a music hall with twelve entrance ways which served as the auditorium. Its hall is semi-arched and huge, opening into an art gallery that also doubles as a banquet hall whenever the need arises. Perfect attention was devoted to the acoustics of the palace, making it comparable to the one in the area of Bala Hissar, in Afghanistan. Due to the monument’s good acoustics and its history (after all, Tamarati was known to dedicate her life to music and dance), Taramati Baradari is a monument that has become dedicated to classical music and folk art dance forms. The entire monument is devoted to the art forms which were prevalent here in those days.

Taramati Masjid, just outside the palace area was used by Qutb Shahi rulers and their nobles. Its facade has three arches; the central arch is

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higher and slightly projected. Qibla niches in the west wall are surrounded by rows of small arches. Directly below the entrance arches is a basement platform consisting of a series of arched cells.

‘To make sure that the sound would not be diluted by the heavy population of the surrounding area, the Taramati Baradari was placed on top of a hill.’

Tourism is taking great steps to make this place a great tourist spot and they have been very successful in it. This place is favoured by all tourists and the entire ambience here is totally replete with a lot of vibration and musical influence. The cultural complex here is a great feeling and the experience here is actually an effort to bridge the past with the present. There are many people who come here to see the soiree and the innumerable performances here which are held at intervals.

The open sky is witness to the excitement of the people here and the auditorium is a huge hit today with the tourists. There are around 1500 people who can sit here. The stone seats add to the beauty of the ancient past. There are many areas which serve as food courts. The tourism department also promotes a lot of stories which link the Sultan and the mistress Taramati. There is a story where it is said that she used to sing for the travelers.

Kapalabhati is a breathing technique used specifically for cleansing.

If we have a lot of mucus in the air passages or feel tension and blockages in the chest, it is often helpful to breathe quickly. In this practice, we deliberately breathe faster and at the same time use only abdominal breathing, that is, diaphragmatic, not chest breathing. In Kapalabhati, the breath is short, rapid and strong.

We use the lungs as a pump, creating so much pressure as they expel the air that all the waste is removed from the air passages, from the lungs up through the nostrils.

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Kapalabhati is done in a sitting posture. The thumb rule is that the concentration must be on “exhaling”. Inhaling does not need attention.

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Exhale and make sure that the abdominal muscles are contracted with each exhalation.

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Exhaling must be continued without paying any attention to inhaling all the time.

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Kapalbhati pranayama is recommended to be practiced for 10 to 15 exhalations. If one feels comfortable then the exhalation can be increased to a maximum of 30 to 40 exhalation.

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Short breaks can be taken for a while at the beginning of Kapalbhati pranayama till one gets habitual of it.

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Kapalabhati helps control Obesity, Diabetes, Kidney and prostate diseases, heart, brain and lung problems and many other diseases

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Cleans, invigorates, warms and prevents illness and allergies. This breath control is a series of rapid, forced exhales followed by passive inhales. Yoga experts suggest doing it at the beginning of a yoga session. In Kundalini practice, Kapalabhati breath is sometimes done while holding poses.

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Choose a cross-legged position for sitting and make sure that you feel comfortable.

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KAPALBHATI PRANAYAMA

WELLBEING

ALEFIYAH HUSSAIN

• Certified Yoga Therapist and Instructor.

• Practising yoga for 28 years.

• Has a yoga studio Essential Yoga at her residence.

• Takes group and Individual classes.

PRECAUTIONS: 1. Must be done in stages under the guidance and supervision of a trained yoga teacher.

2. Activates Prana (energy). If done too long a time, this practise will lead to wearing out of the system.

3. Persons with weak constitution, lung capacity should be careful.

4. Not to be done by those suffering from high and low blood-pressure.

5. Not advisable for those suffering from ear and eye complaints.

6. Can lead to Insomnia, specially if done before bedtime and too many repetitions.

7. Can lead to hair loss, backache and such ailments.

8. Rest between Kapalabhati rounds is must.

Address: Bahaar 8-2-332/5/M, Rd No. 3, Banjara Hills.

Phone: 9849201186 Timings: 7am-9pm Email: 1alefiyah@gmail.com Consultancy and Prior appointment necessary.

Bharat Thakur is an internationally recognized spiritual master who has conducted numerous meditation workshops, yoga sessions and corporate yoga workshops all over the world.

‘We are obsessed about clean roads and houses. What you should be concerned about is what you are actually taking into the body and what you are not taking out! Kriyas help you to do the latter’ – Bharat Thakur We have 72,000 Nadis, which are the energy channels in our body. Sickness is largely due to blockages in these energy channels. Kapalbhati Kriya cleanses all the Nadis of the body, removing toxins and blockages in the physical, emotional and mental bodies. This leads to overall physical, mental and spiritual well being.

Hyderabad centres – Jubilee Hills, Gachibowli, Secunderabad & Hitec City. Classes in all centres from 6am – 8pm.

Ladies batches, Weight Loss batches and Weekend classes are also available. Call toll free 1–800–102–1000 to book a free class. www.artisticyoga.com.

Artistic Yoga centres are also located in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ajman.

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PAMPER YOURSELF

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oing to spas is often looked at as a luxury, but, according to spa aestheticians, you don’t only come away looking beautiful, but you can come away feeling healthier. Spa treatment has some immense properties, which can bring peace of mind and can have a better health condition by removing stressful feeling from your mind. You can approach a spa resort for having spa treatment. It can rejuvenate your body and mind. A healthy mind will have a healthy body. So do not underestimate the benefits of a healthy mind…

TANGERINE

Tangerine Spas are exclusively designed to help one forget the daily stresses of life and completely relax. Its facilities are the most advanced in terms of treatments offered and the equipment used. It offers the widest range of massage therapies, facials, body wraps, body scrubs, aromatherapies, hydrotherapy and more to help alleviate a range of physical ailments which one may be facing. It also offers other personal care services such as pedicures, manicures and threading. All the treatments are performed in private therapy rooms to maintain each individual’s privacy. Every room is equipped with its own temperature control to ensure one’s comfort and an individual music system, so that one can choose the music she/he wishes to relax to. In order to bring the best therapeutic experiences, the therapists have been trained by experts from across the world.

SPECIAL PACKAGE – Tangerine Signature Massage – Rs. 2000/- (Duration - one hour).

LOCATION – Plot No.469, Road No.36, Jubilee Hills, Ph No. 23554800

OPIUM

Spas enhance overall well-being through a variety of professional services which encourage the renewal of mind, body and spirit. Opium offer an intimate and personalized service. Set into Opium to find a fusion of modern and traditional styles. They help you feel good about yourself and enjoy the luxury of quality time away from the demands of today’s world. They promise individual attention and great service for all the customers. Their goal is to enhance guests’ expertise, refresh your mind and uplift your spirits with our exclusive therapies and outstanding customer service. Beyond rejuvenation and restoration, Opium Spa is refreshingly creative in the wiles of relaxation. Among the massages – Lava Shell, Bamboo Stick, Anti-stress and Rain Drop are the special ones.

SPECIAL PACKAGE - Balinese Massage – Rs. 2700/- (which also includes steam and shower) Duration - 90 minutes.

LOCATION – City Centre Mall, Road No.1, Banjara Hills, Ph No. 23352111

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‘All massages are beneficial to your health as they help to relieve stress and improve the detoxifying functions of the lymphatic system. It also improves the circulation of the blood. It’s effective in pain management in people with arthritis, headaches and muscle spasms.’

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O2

O2 Spa is the only leading premium class airport spa chain in existence. They have transformed a first class upscale Five Star hotel spa concept in to a successful airport spa wonderland. This has turned out as a perfect gift for passengers who are on-the-go. Our spas are designed to encourage tranquility and well-being. They use warm earth tones of wenge & beige, world class leather seating, wooden floors, gentle indirect lighting and soothing background music to create a relaxing environment that attracts both men and women. Additionally, O2 Spa has developed numerous innovative spa practices which enhance the airport spa experience. We are very proud to have revolutionized the way to operate a spa, while having created the most relaxing destination in the airport. O2 are highly renowned for Foot Reflexology, Swedish Massage, Aromatherapy Massage and Deep Tissue Massage.

SPECIAL PACKAGE – O2 Signature Massage – Rs.2000/-. Duration – 90 minutes.

LOCATION – Road No.1, Banjara Hills, Ph No. 44767881

NIRVA SPA

Something special awaits you at Nirva, something that’s meant just for you, something that your body desires. Each of the treatments here will leave you enlivened and recharged. Enjoy the ravishing royal treatment from Iceland of Bali - a traditional Balinese formulation for the gentle exfoliation of the skin by the gentle massage with yogurt. Get yourself cocooned in the unique detoxifying wrap prepared from the goodness with invigorating and relaxing massage with the handpicked aroma oils.

For ladies in particular, there are a number of options to choose from the best of the combinations of salon and spa services. There are tailor made packages to suit your needs and style. Customers can enjoy the privilege of discounted prices on the weekdays. Special treatments include - luxurious full body salt scrub that removes the dead skin cells. This is followed with a full body massage, using natural essential oils. Feet and legs are then massaged, using a soothing blend of oils. Other special treatments include – Thai Sensation, Oriental Rhapsody, Touch of Venus and many others.

SPECIAL PACKAGE – Touch of Venus – Rs. 5000/-. Duration – 2 hours.

LOCATION – Ellaa Suites, Hill Ridge Springs, Gachibowli, Ph No. 23002488

SIGNATURE SALON AND SPA

Signature Spa is well-known for bridal packages which will help relieve the stresses created while planning a wedding and ensure that the bride to be looks and feels as beautiful and relaxed as she can for her wedding day. Beyond that, famous body massages (Swedish, Balinese, Trigger Point, Deep Tissue, Aromatherapy, Thai, Lymphatic and many more); Manicure and Pedicure of course of - Spa, French and Aluminum. The spa has luxurious facilities like – treatment rooms, couple massage rooms, floral bath, couple Jacuzzi room, sauna, steam room, outdoor swimming pool, gym and locker rooms; for guests. Premium packages include – Body Polishing Package, A Day of Rejuvenation, Jet Lag Recovery Package, Taste of Signature Spa, Cleopatra Bath and many more.

SPECIAL PACKAGE – Body polishing Package – Rs. 5500/-.

Duration – 4 hours.

LOCATION – Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, Hitec City, Ph No. 66824422 JANUARY, APRIL, 2012 49

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CUISINE

TREAT YOUR TASTEBUDS At these Restaurants

Tulip lists down restaurants of varied cuisines, with their respective signature dishes, which are sure to satiate your royal senses…

SALZ

Sunday Brunch at Salz will have various trans-continental dishes, priced at Rs.999/-, which includes unlimited liquor also. The Executive Lunch during the weekdays is priced at Rs.400/-. Live music on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays will entertain the guests. One is bound to find abundance of serenity.

SIGNATURE DISH – Grilled Pink Peppercorn Chicken (Continental main course) – chicken breast marinated with herbs and then it is grilled. It is served with pink peppercorn sauce.

TIMINGS – Noon to 23:00 LOCATION – 4th and 5th floor, Prashanti Towers, Road No.92, Jubilee Hills, Ph No. 9000588555.

SIZZLING WOK

Sizzling Wok is an Oriental cuisine restaurant with the wide range of a la carte choices. Very soon they are going to start Oriental Lunch Buffet, in which they will be providing three non-vegetarian and three vegetarian starters.

SIGNATURE DISH – Prawn in Oriental Sauce

(Oriental main course) - It is made up of red chili sauce with – Aginomoto, salt pepper, soya and tomato sauces, a little bit of coconut cream powder, spring onions and basil leaves.

TIMINGS – 12:30 – 15:30 and 19:00 – 23:30

LOCATION – # 1-62/1,

II Floor, Sri Tirumala Subash Arcade, Survey # 39, Kondapur, Cyberabad, Ph No. 64542424

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COLLAGE

Collage’s all day dining takes you on an international culinary tour. With wood fired oven, live Teppanyaki and Tempura section, elegant outdoor patio and pavilion, Collage is truly happening all day and night. An expansive buffet spread at breakfast and lunch, it offers a world class fine dining experience. The menu at the restaurant puts together delicacies which perfectly complement the changing guest choice preferences and incorporating cooking techniques which not only preserve the vital ingredients, but also enhance the flavor. The Sunday Brunch will have sparkling wine as an accompaniment.

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CUISINE

SIGNATURE DISHES – Ahi Tuna (Continental cuisine)

- Also known as yellowfin tuna, marinated in sesame oil, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, green onion and lime juice, then pan seared. It is always served cold.

TIMINGS – All day dining restaurant.

LOCATION – Ista Hyderabad, Nanakramguda, Gachibowli, Ph No. 44508888

WILD GINGER

When it comes to taste, Wild Ginger provides sinfully delicious dishes. The spicy piquancy and nicely marinated recipes are a refined blend of various regional Asian cooking traditions and prides itself on richness and flavour of Indian and Chinese cuisine. The Continental dishes make sure that your culinary journey is complete. With almost an all-day and all-night cuisine, the restaurant makes sure that it serves a good breakfast spread, a lavish lunch buffet spread, all day quick-bites, desserts, an exclusive cappuccino in the evening and an extensive a la carte dinner menu. Sunday Brunch starts from 12:00 with live Pasta counters, priced at Rs.349/-. Sunday special breakfast buffet is priced at 199/-. The weekday lunch buffet (Monday - Saturday) is priced at Rs. 249/-.

SIGNATURE DISH – Nalli Nihari (Indian cuisine – Melt in the mouth mutton curry, cooked with unique flavoured spices).

TIMINGS – 07:00 – 11:00, 12:00 – 15:00 and 19:00 – 23:00 LOCATION – Purple Leaf, Adj. to Croma, Kharkhana, Ph No. 64602000 APRIL, 2012 51

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SAHIB SINDH SULTAN

From the opulent mansions where hordes of servants scurried around, to the elaborate meals that involves several courses and were almost rituallike, every moment is devoted to self-indulgence. The trains for the affluent are plush affairs, with huge sections, generous upholstery and rich food. To flag off the meal, there is Kakori Kebab that comes with cheese and mashed potato sandwiched between the slices. The best part about the experience is the stimulated sounds of the moving train, with a horn tooting now and then for good measure. Come here and savour the sumptuous culinary journey.

SIGNATURE DISH – Paneer Tikka (Indian cuisine) - Marinated paneer with tomato gravy, which makes a delightful dish for a formal dinner).

TIMINGS – 12:00 – 15:00 and 19:00 – 23:00 LOCATION – City Centre Mall, Road No.1, Banjara Hills, Ph No. 66570000

MING’S COURT

The sleek interiors are not too fussy, while the service is prompt and courteous. The cuisine served here is Chinese, more specifically; Chinese tweaked a bit to suit the Indian palate, unlike the Indo-Chinese served in other joints. The Manchow soup is a good start to the meal, enticing the palate with its sharp sour and spicy aroma.

The Chili Stick Veggies will be well liked by those who live on greens, while meat eaters will enjoy the Pukhet Fish, consisting of sautéed filets and fiery Prawn pepper salt.

The Ginger Capsicum Rice balances the flavours of its two main ingredients well and those with taste buds which favour mellower flavors, will find the pleasure in Bamboo Rice with Black Mushrooms. What’s great about this place is that it goes a long way in trying to please its patrons. Watch out for your fortune cookie at the end of the meal, which always bears good tidings and leave with a smile.

SIGNATURE DISH – Chili Garlic Noodles (Chinese main course) – Unique noodle dish, made with natural Indian herbs and spices).

TIMINGS – 12:00 to 22:30 LOCATION – 5-9-30/10-20, Basheer Bagh, Ph No. 23298811 52 APRIL, 2012

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adhika Agarwal started Praanaa a year back. Celebrating the store’s first anniversary, she says – It’s very important to understand your client, their taste and comfort. At Praanaa, we believe in giving life to the clothes. Praanaa means life and life as we know it, is a combination of the inner and outer virtues of people. To be a fashionable woman is to know yourself, know what you represent and to know what works for you. This is the definition of spirituality too. Praanaa believes in bringing out that spirit of style and the charisma of your personality to forefront, by designing clothes which accentuates your body and soul. We believe that dressing right, will positively influence your confidence levels and add value to your personal self.

ABOUT RADHIKA

Radhika Agarwal is the owner of Praanaa, a designer clothes boutique for women, located on the road opposite GVK Mall in Banjara Hills. What separates her from the rest is her multi- faceted personality seen in her various interests on her journey in this life. A graduate from the prestigious National Institute of Fashion Technology, she is an avid painter specializing in oil paintings, Tanjore art work, murals and canvases. Spiritually inclined, she is a Grand Master in Reiki and a Tarot card reader too.

ABOUT THE COLLECTION

Each piece is different, unique and colourful and above all; we exhibit true craftsmanship. From modern designs to preserving antique touches to a garment, we have them all under our banner of Praanaa. We showcase clothing from several renowned designers as well as our in-house designs.

We have collections from designers like Anju Agarwal, Priyanjali Ray, Surrender, Vivek Kumar, Shweta Tantia, Anushree Agarwal, Abhishek Datta, Agnimitra Paul, Kanika Sarkar, Aadhya, to name a few.

SUMMER COLLECTION

Clothes are stylish and affordable, with plenty of choice for all occasions. Summer range is one of its best in the city. Latest trends of suits are all part of our exclusive collection. Praanaa exhibits exotic festive collection for the season, from several designers. Indo westerns suits starts from Rs. 2500/- to Rs. 6000/-

THE STORE

The ambience of the store symbolizes energy and life. The atmosphere is quite warm and staff are friendly.

LOCATION

8-2-403/1/1, Above Medplus, lane opp. to GVK One Mall, Road No. 4, Banjara Hills, Ph No. 66684777 and 9949409000.

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EAT IT RIGHT

COVER STORY

TO GET IT RIGHT What you eat reflects on your personality. Eating it the smart way helps you in looking beautiful, young and to remain in good shape. Eating healthy increases the energy levels, productivity of work and enables you to handle shooting stress with an ease - this is what every celebrity believes in. They also believe that it is not what you eat, but it’s how you eat. Let us check out below, the eating routines of a few Bollywood actresses...

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angana Ranaut normally has porridge and egg white omelette for breakfast. Lunch is mostly vegetables cooked in less oil or salad, grilled chicken, rotis, dal and rice. Dinner is same as lunch but soup instead of rotis.

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areena Kapoor fully quit foods rich in fat and cholesterol. She takes fresh energy drinks for her breakfast and snacks for lunch, because she mostly takes her lunch during film shoot breaks. From 58 kgs., she is now 47, because she regularly walks a mile or two every day, post dinner. She also takes her yoga lessons twice a week.

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eepika Padukone says that she just can’t do without a breakfast. She has a huge breakfast - sometimes she has non vegetarian and sometimes dishes like - upma, idlis, dosa, parathas. Whatever it is, she eats a lot of it, for breakfast.

She has two rotis with vegetables, dal, rice and salad, which that makes it a balanced diet and it covers everything. She avoids rice and non-vegetarian at night.

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hilpa Shetty is a nonvegetarian on every day of the week, except Thursdays.

Her breakfast has a bowl of porridge and normal tea.

Her lunch contains one roti made of five different kinds of grains which she had learnt at the Oneness camp. And she likes to have ghee on her rotis.

Dinner is mostly lettuce salad with pomegranate or an apple and a clear soup. She avoids rotis in the night.

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ipasha Basu’s diet starts with tea and almonds soaked overnight and warm water. In breakfast she eats six egg whites, mushroom and toast with porridge, skimmed milk and fruits. Lunch consists of green vegetables, dal, grilled chicken or fish, green salad, two soya rotis and strictly no rice except on her birthday, which is quite an achievement for a Bengali! Dinner is dal, salad, three vegetables cooked in olive oil, grilled fish or chicken with a miniscule portion of dessert.

* These celebrities consume a lot of fruit juices, coconut water and protein shakes between their main meals.

Before following (any of) these mentioned diets, kindly consult a Dietician.

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atrina Kaif takes only two glasses of pomegranate juice for breakfast.

Mostly, she is busy with shooting during lunch times. So she prefers to take some fast food for lunch. She also likes Chicken Tandoori Pizza for lunch, boiled rice with Indian recipe Daal, Rotis with fresh vegetable soup in her night meal.

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onam kapoor has an egg white omelette, a toast, a seasonal fruit, a glass of warm water or oatmeal with fruits for breakfast.

Lunch is mostly chicken, rotis, a seasonal vegetable, curd and fruits.

Her rotis are made of bajra, bran, ragi or jowar or whole wheat. She tries to avoid red meat. Once in a while, she does have white rice too. She usually has dinner by 18:30, which comprises of soup, salad and a piece of chicken or fish.

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sin admits that she is a vegan. Except for breakfast, she likes to eat fresh seasonal vegetables and vegetable soups.

For breakfast, she eats half boiled egg and takes a cup of strong coffee.

Asin follows a normal exercise routine after her dinner and bicycling at every weekend. She likes to swim and orders special swimsuits from Australia. She believes that swimming keeps her slim and beautiful.

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NEETA LULLA BAGS NATIONAL AWARD The name is famous among the fashionistas of the world. From simplicity to royalty, Neeta Lulla has all to her credit. The expert of Indian Fashion has bagged the National Award for the fourth time for her Marathi film, Bal Gandharva.

This is the first time you have taken up a Marathi movie. What inspired you? How was your experience?

I have done Marathi television earlier. I have designed clothes for Shivaji and Banjirao Mastani. It is always the script that inspires me to take new projects. The script and the character inspired me. The performing spirit of the character really inspired me.

The movie is based on the true story of a Marathi theater artist, he is known as one of the fore fathers of Marathi theaters. He was also a fashion icon of his times. I was designing clothes for a man who played the role of a women and I didn’t want it to go wrong as I wanted him to look believable. A regular 9 yard sari wasn’t enough, so I had to fuse 4 saris to create the drape. I also made the actor lose weight, so he looked real.

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the internet and libraries. Libraries are my biggest sources. If the story is based in a foreign country, I go there and do research there. I find out about the fabrics related to that era, what kind of colour schemes were used then, the motifs, etc. I then combine it with what would be acceptable today.

You are an icon to several designers. Who is your icon?

I think in 26 years somewhere down the line, I lost the plot to look up to someone. Yes, but when I started off, I was inspired by the cut and fits of Azzendine Alaia and also the architectural cuts of Issey Miyake.

Closer home, I really appreciate the work of Shah Abdurazi. And I also like the creations coming out of the house of Versace and Alexander McQueen.

Which actor /actress do you love to style for?

All the actors are my friends and more of a family after 26 years. It’s like your asking a mother to choose who her favorite child is. I love styling and designing for all of them.

- As told to Chandni Parekh

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FASHION

SUMMER SHADES

Style yourself this season…

Sunglasses protect your eyes from dangerous light. The technologies and coatings for sunglasses whichmake this possible are as fascinating as they are varied. When you go to buy sunglasses, Tulip advises you to look for features which provide the protection you require for the purpose you plan to use your glasses and the best brands to look forward to, at the best outlets in town…

FOR HIM & FOR HER RAY-BAN (MERCURY AVIATOR) 5,000 (approx)

TOM FORD

15,000 (approx)

PRADA

13,000 (approx)

GUCCI

8,000 (approx)

COLOUR TINTS DOLCE AND GABBANA

11,600 (approx)

It determines which colours of light the lenses absorb. The most common method for tinting involves immersing the lenses in a special material, so that the tint is absorbed into the plastic lens.

One goal for tinting is to reduce the amount of blue light, which can create glare (known as blue haze). Here’s what different color tints will do –

- Purple and rose tints provide excellent contrast when the background is green of blue.

VERSACE

16,000 (approx)

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Green tints reduce glare and offer high contrast. They filter some blue light.

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Amber and brown tints reduce glare and absorb high frequency colours. They do a good job absorbing blue light.

- Yellow and gold tints almost eliminate blue light. They make things look bright and clear, but they can distort colours. Yellow and gold tinted glasses are best in the snow.

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Gray tints reduce brightness, minimally distorting colour and protect against glare. They are good choice for driving.

SUNGLASSES ACCORDING TO YOUR FACE STRUCTURE

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Oval Shape

An oval face is a lucky one for it looks great with different stylish sunglasses.

Aviator or walnut-shaped frames or over-sized polarized shades match with the eyebrow contour. You should ensure that they are wider compared to the widest part of the face.

Triangle Shape

Since the forehead of people with trianglar face shape is narrow, they should select sunglasses which widen the top part of face and chins. Appealing and bright coloured cat-eyed or metal frames shift people’s attention from the wider portion of the face. However, do not use bold colors like green or red.

Square Shape

Anyone with square face shape should opt for sunglasses which reduce the angularity of the face. Cat eyed, round or oval frames are narrow styled and since they are heavy on top, the face appears long.

Oblong Shape

An oblong face structure demands sunglasses which make it appear short and balanced. While round or square shaped frames serve this purpose, you should not pick rectangular ones if you have this face structure.

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Always put your sunglasses in a hardcover case to protect them when traveling out and about; otherwise you might sit on them and mangle them.

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Make sure they fit well or they will fall off your face. Be aware of your surroundings if you are playing sports, they might fly off accidentally.

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Make sure they look and feel good on your face. You don’t want sunglasses that are too small/big or just look good and don’t feel good.

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When shopping for sunglasses, look for labels that say the lenses block out 99% to 100% of UV radiation. Make sure they block out both UVA and UVB rays.

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Our eyes need sun protection all year long, so do not wait for summer to shop for sunglasses. During the fall and winter, you may see the sun less often, but that doesn’t mean its effects aren’t felt by our eyes. Sea foam, beach sand and snow - they all reflect damaging UV light into our eyes.

Round Shape

A round shaped face looks thinner and longer with angular, rectangular or narrow frames. You can complement them with dark colours like black or brown.

Avoid the frames which have decorations at their edges.

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FASHION Anju Jain sporting contemporary double-shaded sunglasses.

You can buy sunglasses at these stores Sunglass Hut is the world’s leading authority on premium sun-wear.

With over 2,000 stores across the globe, they are the destination for the top brands, latest trends, exclusive styles and comprehensive sunglass service. Today Sunglass Hut stores can be found in fashionable shopping districts around the world - from North America, Europe and the Middle East to Australia, South Africa, Hong Kong and beyond.

LOCATION – GVK One, Road No.1, Banjara Hills, Ph No. 44767741 TIMINGS – 10:30 – 21:30 Lawrence & Mayo is one of India’s pioneering companies when it comes to 2 special eye care related divisions – ophthalmic optics and instrumentation.

The company is well into its 3rd century of operations and is poised to make rapid strides in the 21st century. Established in 1877, the company has carved a niche for itself as India’s leading manufacturing and dispensing optician, with diversification in scientific and industrial instrumentation.

LOCATION – 301, BK Estates, Road No.1, Banjara Hills, Ph No. 27843995 TIMINGS – 10:30 – 21:30

Gurleen Bagga looks cool on her cat-style shades.

Lifestyle International (P) Ltd is a part of the prestigious Dubai based Landmark Group. In little over a decade’s time, Lifestyle has established itself amongst the leading retail companies in India. Positioned as a youthful, stylish and a vibrant brand; Lifestyle offers its customers not just the ease of shopping but also an enjoyable shopping experience. Each Lifestyle store brings together five concepts under one roof – apparel, footwear, children’s wear and toys, furniture and home furnishings, personal grooming - offering a convenience of a one-stop shop and a wide choice of national and international brands. Lifestyle and Home Centre offer a truly international shopping experience.

LOCATION – Kundanbagh, Begumpet, Ph No. 23407235 TIMINGS – 11:00 – 21:30 This magnificent showroom of Saberi’s caters to the creme-de-la-creme of Hyderabad and Secunderabad with reputed international brand names in the sunglasses, contact lenses, frames, accessories and prescription eyewear categories. Swarovski crystal studded collection of frames and sunglasses are their specialty. Full time experienced optometrists are available.

LOCATION – Road No.3, Banjara Hills, Ph No. 66466223 TIMINGS – 10:00 – 21:00

White frame sunglasses are the in-thing. Qutub looks cool in these double-shaded casual eyewear.

Abhiram flaunts his looks with matt black Summer glasses.

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GKB is the largest optical company in the country, established in Agra, in 1959 is in the eye care business, manufacturing and dispensing of ophthalmic lenses, through its wide network across the country. GKB today has grown to the biggest retail chain of outlets with strength of large network of Lifestyle Retail Outlets. GKB makes an attempt to bring the international styling and quality to the Indian customers at an affordable price tag. Our glasses at GKB are produced using only the best materials and are available in a huge number of different styles, colors and sizes, that assures to find the perfect glasses to suit you and help you see a more clearer and vivid world.

LOCATION – Road No.36, Jubilee Hills, Ph No. 23540244 TIMINGS – 11:00 – 21:00

Brown under hot sun! Moghny Khan’s Carrera go well with his white deck jacket.

Mehak and Ritika have glasses matching their trendy hairstyles and casual attires.

Shruti looks stunning with her purple shades, matching well with her outfit.

T H E S I T U AT I O N W I T H

REALITY SHOWS

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Imagine Andrew Symonds dusting mats or Pamela Anderson dancing on Dhak Dhak. They are few instances which might have seemed next to impossible few years back.

Welcome to the era of reality television where fiction meets reality. Reality shows as we know today are the favorites. On one hand, they generate good revenues for Television Industry and on the other hand; they create a very good platform for thousands of Indian youngsters who want to achieve great things in their field of interests.

These shows capture ordinary people or celebrities in real life situations.

They broke the monotony to create interesting scripts and out of box ideas which have made them stand out from the regular run-of-themill shows.

Roshni Ahuja a student of BMS from St. Francis College When asked on her views on reality shows said – ‘Different people have different views on reality shows. According to me, they are not fake and are absolutely real, depicting what a person goes through. And I also believe there should be an increment in such shows, as all these shows interest the general public and also increase the TRPs of the channel. So the crew should make sure the show is practical and real enough for the audience to believe.’

Most people will vouch for MTV Roadies to officially be the first reality show that was telecast on Indian Television. As a matter of fact, it is the longest running reality show in Indian Television.

And even 10 years later, it is just gaining its popularity every year.

Where as Indian Idol which caters to masses and classes alike has the entire nation glued onto television screens when they see participants from general household taking center stage.

the show. They are put through various tasks and situations where their friends become enemies which make it more interesting.’

Some of these reality shows, game shows, celebrity shows, documentaries and make over shows are just a plain copies of each other. However different their concept is they interestingly run on the same path.

Despite this, they give the audience the thrill and excitement of live un-edited action. Reality television allows the audience to be a part of the show. For example Big Boss or Dance India Dance allows the audience to choose the winners through a voting system. Reality shows today are a part of every entertainment channel. Love it or hate it but you just can’t ignore it.

When asked Karan Bahirwani a student from St. Mary’s on his view he said – ‘I love watching reality shows. I do not believe that it’s completely real but it’s not completely fake either. Shows like Roadies, Survivor, Just Dance and Comedy Circus have given opportunities for people to exhibit their talent and also have opened ways for career. It’s also more entertaining than the daily Saas-Bahu sagas.’ When asked which his favorite show is, he adds in – ‘My favorite show is Roadies, the show has contestants from all over India. It shows real passion in the people about

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KINSHIP

GAINING THE MOST

OF TOGETHERNESS

If you invest love and respect in each family member, you will be paid back the same. With each other, each day is special. Mehak and Amit Jadvani talk to Tulip about their love story before getting hitched…

Mehak - For Amit and I, family bonding has come in instinctively.

I guess we have grown up in such kind of environment respectively that, we really didn’t have to work on it. It is always understood that first comes family. We have never seen ourselves individually, so it’s been easy without any hurdles. Everyone is special in a unique way. We are a close knit family and draw our strengths from each other. My in-laws are very enthusiastic, broad-minded and I am blessed to have such a family. There is a lot of love and understanding amongst all of us. The best moment of my life was when I was blessed with my daughter Ananya.

My role as a mother will be never ending. I still have a long way to go with new challenges every day. But I have to say this, it’s the most fulfilling role. Mother has a special place in the child’s life because of the bondage that starts from pregnancy and develops through childhood, youth and adolescence. A mother’s involvement with her child is unique and different because there is a strong emotional and social bonding 62 APRIL, 2012

occurring in between. On the other hand, wife’s role is significant too.

She can be a tremendous help to her husband. Her contribution, wisdom, insight and understanding cannot be estimated. The three roles of a wife are to be her husband’s companion, supporter and admirer.

Amit - Childhood was the most beautiful of all life seasons. What we remember from childhood, we remember forever - permanent guests, birthday parties, attachment of family members, family holidays and fun time with friends. I was a mischievous child! I was pampered by my grandparents. I grew up with my grandparents, parents and sister. My sister and I were very dear to my grandparents. She and I had wonderful childhood memories with them. I loved Cricket and had spent a lot of time with my friends, playing different sports. I enjoyed video games and movies. I was fascinated with super heroes. I completed my college and joined my Dad and grandfather into family textile business. I completed 12 years in the sari industry and felt that life had much more

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dressed and I enjoy helping others being well dressed as well. I started my career only after I got married to Amit. I looked into short term designing courses, while I was a spinster. After I was married, I started with a small exhibition at home. Friends and family love my collection and always came back to me for more stuff. It was then that my mom, sisterin-law and my sister made me realized that I should look into this on a larger scale. I got geared up and started designing stuff and catering to different ranges. I slowly entered into exhibitions which gave me a very big platform in my life. I realized how much people loved and appreciated my collection and this brought me to great heights. My in-laws and friends have been a great support to me. Amit too had a lot of knowledge about my field and was always there to support and guide me. Today, I am proud of him as he has put in all his efforts and has started a studio boutique which caters to all women needs from a collection of westerns, tunics, Indian outfits and customized designing. I always had passion for fashion.

‘The best thing about my profession is, I can have my cake and eat it too. I get a chance to wear clothes from my latest trendy collection, as well as build a career out of it’ – Mehak.

‘Some dream and never do. Others do and never dream. But then, there are those very few who dream and do what they dream’ – Amit and Mehak. in store for me. With the support of my family and Mehak, I decided to start something of my own. And here I am with a new bang - Mehak’s Designer Studio. Since Mehak was all ready into this field and was operating from home, I knew quite a lot about this line and was confident that it’s not going to be difficult to make a start. I first met Mehak in Chennai at a wedding. It was a casual one! I was to leave to Bangalore after the wedding and I was told by my family that I had to officially see a girl. I was all zapped as I wasn’t prepared. We had an official meeting - her family and friends. Mehak was the first girl I officially met. I should say, I was getting interrogated by her family (laughs). I then left to Bangalore and I was ready to see few more alliances there. Mehak too was in Bangalore with her family again and our folks arranged a second meeting.

We got to know each other better. We got back to our routine lives and after a gap of two months, our families decided to officially say a yes!

Soon we were engaged and now married for 12 and half years. Mehak is fun loving and she is independent. She is friendly and very social. She’s an amazing cook and an expert in making cakes and desserts. She is a caring person. She’s more like a friend. She lets me be who I am. Didn’t have to adjust much as we share common thoughts and gave each other space weneed. We love going for long drives and to chill out with friends.

‘Life is full of hurdles. One has to overcome many difficulties which arise off and on. One would like a smooth life, but that is not how it is. In reality, one has to deal with all kinds of problems - be it financial or social. In case, one is able to find one’s way through this prickly pathway of life, then one will be a sure winner. Overcoming hurdles is not all that easy. One has to be sure of oneself and work towards a set goal. The determination to be a winner is necessary’ – Amit.

HOLIDAY MEMORIES Amit - It was a road trip from Banaglore to Coorg. It was just the two of us. It’s an amazing place to relax and get de-stressed from our daily routines. We were there for three nights and made the best use by going to spas and enjoyed the candle light dinner at the poolside. The place was beautiful. We had fun while fishing at the riverside and canoeing. Sun set was amazing. Apt place for a good road trip!

MY PROFESSION – MY PASSION Mehak - Being well dressed has always been a priority and has come easily to me. Even as a child, I used to a take delight in dressing up and looking my best. Looking best is important as an actual right for every woman. This helps me to give my best to my profession. I love to be well

‘I love my Mom and Dad a lot. I am their sweetheart! I am blessed with the most caring parents. I love the clothes my Mom makes for others and also for me. She is my style-icon and my Dad is my rock star’ – Ananya.

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SUCCESS STATEMENT Mehak - The greatest secret of success is - there is no secret! With that said, a positive mental attitude is one simple trait that could be considered a secret which is shared among the world’s most successful people. After that, success is disguised as something called - hard-work. As a child, I was always inspired by my mother and her choices. Her dressing sense played a big role for me. Growing under her guidance, I developed a passion for clothes and designing. And here I am today catering to the needs of people since the last 7 years. Thanks to my supportive in-laws who have given me all the support in my carrier.

RAPID-FIRE Describing each other in three words – Mehak – Amit is stylish, handsome and dedicated.

Amit – Mehak is caring, sweet and gorgeous.

Weakness – Amit about Mehak – Shopping and chocolates Mehak about Amit – Good food and perfumes Strengths – Mehak – My Mom, Amit and Ananya Amit – My whole family Biggest adjustment you made from being single to getting married – Mehak - I was married at a very young age of 19. I was the most pampered child in the whole family and relatives. Being from Chennai and settling in Hyderabad, adjusting in a new environment and a new family - took me a while.

Thanks to Amit and my in-laws who made me comfortable always. My late father-in-law too always considered me as his own daughter.

My vision to a perfect society – Amit - A place where people accept each other regardless

of colour of skin, where people could live in peace without fear of persecution, where there is no war, hunger or poverty.

In the next five years – Mehak - Getting a woman entrepreneur award and being labeled as one of the top designer of India.

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- By Aditya Tej

SMART INVENTIONS

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TECHKNOW

NIKON V1

Nikon 1 V1 for your pursuit to express every moment of life. Your photography sparks conversations—the Nikon 1 V1 helps you interpret all. Set your creative freedom free with an imaging system designed for today and tomorrow.

Nikon 1 for sharing the very incredible world that is yours. Creativity without boundaries is yours with a balance of high performance, advanced features, portability and newly designed interchangeable lens system. Compact and highly portable, the Nikon 1 V1 goes everywhere you go. Amazing images captured with a highly responsive autofocus plus super fast shooting speed. Touch a dial and capture Full HD (1080p) movies. Snap high resolution still photos even while you record! Attach a Speedlight to add fill light or use the GPS unit to add location data to image files. Infuse your world with imagery and express as never before. Capture every moment of an incredible life with an evolution in imaging technology. At the heart of Nikon 1 is EXPEED 3, a culmination of years of dedication to advancing digital imaging technologies. Witness outstanding system performance, high-speed dual image processors, state-of-the-art focal-plane phase detection auto focus and the fastest data transfer rates. Superior image quality, tone reproduction, advanced noise reduction and an ability to create a whole new type of image are all delivered.

SPECIFICATIONS : 10 MP 1” CMOS sensor with 2.7x effective focal length multiplier, hybrid AF system with both phase and contrast detection, 60 fps at full resolution (with electronic shutter), 1080/60i video, built-in 1.4M dot LCD electronic viewfinder, VGA (920k dot) rear LCD, accessory port allows attachment of external speedlight or GPS unit.

SAMSUNG GALAXY TAB 620

Samsung Galaxy Tab 620 has internal storage of 16GB which is among the best in market and can be further expanded up to 32GB with microSD card. It is equipped with latest android 3.2 OS feature, dual core 1.2 GHz processor along with 1GB RAM, a powerful combination to provide the best operating performance to its customers. For entertainment, it has video playback, full HD player and music hub which have good collection of classic songs from various artists. Rounded out by rich multimedia functions, this tablet offers even more possibilities on the go! A customizable home screen experience, so content can be instantly accessed from the home screen including e-mail, image galleries, favourite Web sites and social network feeds. The beauty of Live Panel is that real-time data updates, arranged as you like, are constantly refreshed to be accessed by you at any time. The calling function has been upgraded to let you make and receive voice calls privately by using Receiver Mode in public places. You no longer need a headset or Bluetooth for voice calls.

SPECIFICATIONS : 3MP cam with LED flash, 1.2 Hz Dual Core Processor, Android 3.2 Honeycomb, 7 inch WSVGA screen, technology/frequency bands, 4000 mAh capacity, 193.65 x 122.37 x 9.96 mm, 345 gms weight, 1024x600 pixels, 2048x1536 resolution pixels, with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB and GPS connectivity, battery talk time – 40 hours on 2G network and 20 hours on 3G.

ACER ASPIRE 4739Z

The Acer Aspire 4739z laptop is an attractive, durable and ergonomic laptop from the Aspire series laptops. Packed with Intel Pentium Dual Core processor, this Acer laptop is an ideal notebook for performance and multitasking. It is engineered to meet all your business and entertainment demands.

The inbuilt speakers in this 4739z Aspire laptop produce studio-quality acoustics for you to watch movies or videos. Engage in video chats using the built-in web camera and internal microphone to stay in touch with friends and family. The Acer Aspire 4739z laptop is powered by 6 cell battery that gives you backup time up to 4 hours. This Acer Aspire 4739z is a laptop with performance, graphics and connectivity for all your computing and entertainment needs.

SPECIFICATIONS : 2GB – 8GB DDR3 memory, 14” wide crystal LED display screen, Intel dualcore p6200-2.13GHz (3MG Cache, FSB 1066 Mhz) processor, 500GB SATA hard drive, Linux OS, 8x CD/DVD burner (dual layer DVD+/-R drive), Windows 7 starter, Wi-Fi, LAN, USB connectivity, free DOS, wireless 802.11 b/g/n, USB 2.0, RJ-45, VGA, microphone in – headphone out, high-definition audio support, MS-sound compatible, built-in microphone.

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AUTOMOBILES

MAGNIFICENT MOTORS

MCLAREN MP 4-12 C McLaren MP4-12C is a sports car designed and manufactured by McLaren Automotive. It is the first production car wholly designed and built by McLaren since the McLaren F1. The MP4-12C features a carbon fibre composite chassis, and is powered by a mid-mounted McLaren M838T 3.8-litre V8, twin-turbo engine developing approximately 592 bhp (441 kW; 600 PS) and around 443 lb•ft (601 N•m) of torque. The car makes use of Formula 1-sourced technologies such as brake steer, where the inside rear wheel is braked during fast cornering to reduce under steer. Power is transmitted to the wheels through a 7-speed Seamless Shift dual-clutch gearbox. The car is powered by the M838T 3.8 litre twin-turbo V8 engine, designed and developed by McLaren in partnership with Ricardo. The design of the engine was based on the Nissan VRH35 racing engine used in Le Mans in 1998. However, other than the 93 mm bore, little of that engine remains in the M838T. It produces 592 bhp (441 kW; 600 PS) and 443 lb•ft (601 N•m) of torque. It has a red line of 8,500 rpm, with 80% of torque available at just 2,000 rpm. When first announced, McLaren claimed that it would have a higher horsepower to carbon dioxide emission ratio than any internal-combustion engine available at the time.

SPECIFICATIONS : 105.1 inches wheelbase, TBD ground clearance, weight distribution and drag coefficient, 529 hp @ 7000 rpm power, 443 lb-ft @ 3000-70000 rpm torque.

SUZUKI INTRUDER M800

The Suzuki Intruder M800 is powered by a 800cc engine. The bike adopts the same engine system as that of its elder sibling. The M800 has a fuel injected, liquid cooled V-Twin engine that runs on a 4 valves per cylinder and DOHC layout. The M800 has a cylinder inclined by 45 degrees, which is 9 degrees lesser than Suzuki Intruder M1800. The 800 cc version of the Intruder will be easier to handle as it weighs 70 kgs. lesser than the 180cc version. This is one of the smoothest motorcycle engines. One can barely feel it, be it noisy or vibrations, as the 805cc liquid cooled V-twin unit turns over lazily. Its low slung cruiser stance, copious amounts of chrome and relatively massive proportions (compared to most of the other bikes at the traffic signal) does get you the attention you would crave if indeed you are riding such a machine. The M800 also makes you feel nice as you seat yourself on that wide, well-cushioned seat and grip those stretched out yet easy-to-reach handlebars. Switchgear too is ergonomically designed so everything is at the tip of one’s fingers.

The switchgears are nice to operate. A hazard warning lamp is of course a big plus though is the fact that the hazards don’t work with the engine off. So if you want to park the bikes with the hazards on, then you have to keep the engine running. As it is expected from a cruiser, straight line stability is outstanding, as is the bike’s road holding properties.

SPECIFICATIONS : Engine capacity – 805 cc, front brakes – 2 piston capilar, 300 mm single-disc brake, rear brakes – 180 mm drum brake, 9.4:1 compression ratio, 62 Nm @ 4000 rpm maximum torque, 53 Bhp @ 6000 rpm maximum power.

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HYOSUNG GV 250 AQUILA The GV250 will make even the long way home feel short…

The joint venture between Korean bikemaker Hyosung in accordance with Garware Motors has begun to find it’s sure-footing in the Indian premium twowheeler space with the firm recording consistent sales every month despite undersized yet stiff competition coming its way in the 600cc segment. With already two significant products in its kitty, the Garware Motors-Hyosung coalition will soon launch its 250cc models in India in 2012 as part of the company’s top-down strategy. Apart from the racy GT250R and the naked GT250N, the firm has confirmed that they will also bring in their cruiser motorcycle – the GV250 at a competitive pricing. A full-size, 250cc cruiser with low handle bar built around classic styling and V-twin DOHC 8 valve engine combine to deliver a smooth and confident ride, normally only found in larger displacement motorcycles. Featuring electronic fuel injection, increased intake and exhaust efficiency and improved riding position, you will not find a more comfortable or better performing small cruiser. It breaks through the hardest tasks with ease. An entry level cruiser with a real V-Twin engine and true custom cruiser styling!

The low seat height and easy riding makes the GV250 an ideal first motorcycle. Recent open road tests by a learner rider returned 33km per litre!

The fuel injected GV250 is capable, nimble and right at home on the open road. The bike has disk brake of strong brake force that employs caliper, wide and comfortable seat, low seat height 700mm, aluminum casting wheel and extra-wide tubeless tire and high-capacity (14 l) fuel tank of two-tone color with beautifully curved lines.

SPECIFICATIONS : Wheelbase – 1500.00 mm, displacement – 249 cc, engine – 249 cc, maximum power – 28.5 Bhp @ 1000 rpm, LxWxH – 2270.00 mm x 800.00 mm x 1090.0 mm, power – 25.00 HP (18.2 KW) @ 10000 RPM, torque – 22.04 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 16.3 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM, compression – 10.3:1, power/weigfht ratio – 0.1421 HP/Kg, 14 lts. fuel capacity, ground clearance – 150 mm (5.9 inches).

VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG

The car has an integrated LCD multifunction display, a fresh console design, carpeted door-bins and soft-touch plastics give the Touareg a premium feel, even if the piano-black centre console trim is prone to scratching. The front seats are commodious, although only manually-adjustable and trimmed in lower-grade leather in the base model 150TDI. They’re not heavily bolstered either, which reduces the amount of lateral support available. On the plus side, there’s plentiful legroom and headroom in both front and rear and the rear seatbacks are reclinable. The rear bench is wide enough to seat three adults, but the centre position seat is too firm for long journeys. Standard equipment includes a trip-computer, Bluetooth phone integration, USB/AUX audio inputs, a six-disc in-dash CD stacker, cruise control, dusk-sensing headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, dual-zone climate control, front and rear parking sensors, autodimming mirrors, heated front seats, foglamps and 17-inch alloys. The standard eight-speed automatic is also a technologically impressive piece of equipment, but performance is blunted a little by the Touareg’s 2154kg empty weight. With a 0-100km/h sprint time of 9.0 seconds, it’s brisk enough (and in keeping with the Touareg’s SUV design-intent) but shaded by most modern wagons. The brake pedal responds quickly and the big all-disc brake package seems resistant to fade. If you plan on towing a heavy load with your Touareg, these stoppers should have no trouble dealing with it. The Touareg is fitted with nine airbags in total - dual front, front side, rear side, full-length curtain and driver’s knee. The hydraulic power steering is light and lacks a little feedback, but it does make parking very easy. VW says the Touareg’s turning circle is 11.9 metres, but it actually feels tighter thanks to a variable-ratio steering rack.

SPECIFICATIONS 199.00 mm ground clearance, 2312.00 kgs. Kerb weight, 510 Nm @ 1750 rpm maximum torque, 225 Bhp @ 4000 rpm maximum power, 2967 cc, V6 displacement.

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LIMELIGHT

Ruchita, Raina, Suchita & Ruhani

Siddhangana

Fatima & Arshad

REYANSH TURNS ONE Aanchal and Jai organized a lavish birthday party for their son Reyansh, who turned one recently, it was a fun filled event attended by close friends of the couple. The dĂŠcor was done in the theme of blue and white. Kids had a good fun time. Tattoo artist, live Music, balloon twisting and many other more games were there. The event was attended by Shell, Ravindernath, Jaideep, Rummy Azad, Rekha Malpani, Anita George, Kamini Saraf and many more.

Ranveer, Aanchal & Reyansh

Sheetal

Madhavi

Trushna

Neha

Neelu

Karishma

Namita

Karen

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Anjan Kumar Yadav

Sandeep & Pratyusha

D Nagendar

Sandeep & Nandu

Anitha Sen

Sirish Bharadwaj & Prabhakar Rao

GRAND WEDDING

Srinivas and Triveni’s son Sandeep Sai got married to Pratyusha, at Crystal Garden. Wedding was attended by who’s who of political fraternity like - KVP Ramchander Rao, Council Chairman Chakrapani, Ministers Danam Nagender, Kondra Murali, Shailajanath, Anjan Kumar Yadav, along with son Suresh Katkar, former Union Minister Dattratreya, MLAs Shashidar Reddy, Kuna Srisailam Goud, former minister Vinod, Lakshmi Parvathi and Tollywood actors Nandu, Sandeep Kishan and director Lakshmikanth Chenna to name a few and a lot of page-3 people were seen.

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Vinod

Nitish Bharadwaj

Siddharth

Shravan, Sharan, Pratisha & Shashank KVP Ramachandra

Aishwarya

Anil Kumar Yadav

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WEDDING MOMENTS The wedding ceremony of Deepali and Kiran, among the presence of near and dear ones, took place at city’s popular resort. The ceremonies began with sangeet and cousins of the bride stole the show with their rocking performances. Parents and close family members acted as perfect hosts and were seen welcoming the guests. The decor was done in floral theme.

The couple looked extremely happy as guests walked in to congratulate them on this joyous occasion.

Kiran & Deepali

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Dinesh

Ramesh

Vaishali

Maya

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Clara & Sai

Jeeth & Madhu

Monika & Lara

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

The party scene in town last month was colourful. Celebtiries, Tollywood stars, Page 3 people and socialites were all found tuning in, to the songs of the DJs at the most happening nightlife spots.

With Summer getting hotter, Hyderabad crowd will look forward to stay hydrated, with drinks on the house.

Arshita & Esha

DJ Ishani

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Kaniska

Khushi

Richa

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Nikhil & Shanon

Sadna Singh

Shraddha Das & Ashwin

Zara

Nikila, Subikksha, Priyanka & Pareen

Ruchi & Rain

Disha

If there is any store launch or an exhibition held in the city, majority of socialites turn up on time not because they are particular about timings, but for shutterbugs. without And they leave the event buying anything.

Siona

Rachna & Rahul

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FORTUNE

KNOW YOUR FORTUNE ARIES

TAURUS

(MARCH 21 – APRIL 20)

(APRIL 21 – MAY 21)

Tarot card The Lovers indicates remembering a lost romance could trigger flights in your imagination. What’s done is done, so don’t drag the past into the present or into the future. You need to make a daring bid for new beginning. You have to do this with your emotional connection to others than anything else, says the tarot card - Ace of Cups. Wear pink for good luck. Your lucky number is 9.

Karmic tip - There are two types of people who may be failures in life – those who do not listen to anybody and those who listen to everybody.

Tarot card The World indicates romance is on the cards, at the moment. Be open to life’s possibilities. Do not panic, if you need to rectify a plan. Take a few deep breaths and work through it systematically. Project your nature and your activity to work with others favourably. Be visible, because there may be someone of note around, who can help you. Ringing your favorable friend may be a great idea this month. You both have lots to talk and co-incidentally, similar issues are arising in your lives, says the tarot card - The Knight of Wands. Wear orange for good luck.

Your lucky number is 8.

Karmic tip - Easiest way to get rid of negative thoughts, is to stop bothering about them.

GEMINI (MAY 22 – JUNE 21) Tarot card The Hermit indicates you may meet someone new, but could feel some uncertainty about the feelings towards them. Rome wasn’t built in a day. Neither was any long-term relationship! Your full moon shows that you may be thinking about people who have moved away from your social circle. Curious about them, where they are and what they are doing? Try using the internet to find them again. Someone may hurt you; in spite of you supporting them. You need to let them know how you feel about this, says the tarot card - Page of Pentacles. Wear violet for good luck. Your lucky number is 21.

Karmic tip - No one gets sudden rise! Not even the sun. It takes time to rise in the peak of success. You just have to keep your efforts going.

LEO (JULY 23 – AUGUST 23) Tarot card The Moon indicates that the full moon for you means - you need the early detection of any symptom to work out proper solutions i.e., you’ve previously turned a blind eye’ to the minor deals of something much larger. Your love life is at its best! Relationships will need a reappraisal and to be back on track. Be transparent and consultative, says the tarot card - Temperance. Wear brown for good luck. Your lucky number is 23.

Karmic tip - Making one person smile can change the world, may be not the whole world, but their world.

CANCER (JUNE 22 – JULY 22) Tarot card The Magician indicates making your dreams a reality can sometimes seem a little expensive, but there’s more than one way to get results. Look at how you can be most economical through sales. A pay rise or bonus is overdue and you may be mute on the subject. A knock on the doors of the boss’ office is indicated. You must not let fear rule your mind. Try to avoid spending too much time and money. Value and balance your good fortune savings. Today’s day may not be tomorrow. As you sow, so you reap, says the tarot card - Two of Pentacles. Wear blue for good luck. Your lucky number is 2.

Karmic tip - Speak in such a way that others love in to listen to you and listen in such a way that others love to speak to you.

VIRGO (AUGUST 24 – SEPTEMBER 23) Tarot card the The Star indicates everyone likes to be liked and you are no exception.

Someone at your work or business seems to be baiting you, prodding you or even ignoring you. Try saying hello with sincerity work and friendships seem to overlay you at the moment. You need to be sure about the fact that water and oil don’t mix. You must be a true friend to your friends and help them as they have helped you in the past, says the tarot card - The Emperor. Wear pink for good luck. Your lucky number is 24.

Karmic tip - Courage is one step ahead of fear. Try to fail but don’t fail to try.

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Suhasini is an expert Tarot card reader who covers Palmistry, Nadi Astrology and Counseling. She excels in scientific Astrology and can be contacted on Mobile : 09393026634, 09290425451 and 09392853876.

Website : www.tarotworldwide.blogspot.com E-mail : tarotworldwide@gmail.com

LIBRA

SCORPIO

(SEPTEMBER 24 – OCTOBER 23)

(OCTOBER 24 – NOVEMBER 22)

Tarot card Knight of Wands indicates to be humble when you’re re-presenting an opportunity that could open door for you. It could have gone to someone else, so be thankful that you’ve been considered for it. Last minute travel to abroad is likely. It is important for you to make sure your passport is up-to-date and that you’re ready to get out and enjoy your good fortune, says the tarot card – The Judgment. Wear red for good luck.

Your lucky number is 26.

Karmic tip - Diamond is a piece of charcoal that handles stress exceptionally well. Same way follow is the truth.

Tarot card The wheel of Fortune indicates climbing the heights of financial fancy. Your dreams can only be fulfilled with practices, consistent efforts for good business or career or education plan. It is also necessary for you to express your logic to help someone who is in a problem. You need to place greater value on your time and money. This new moon indicates opportunities to move forward but not in the way you think. Consider that rainy day and put inside some money for it, says the tarot card - Two of Cups. Wear brown for good luck. Your lucky number is 11.

Karmic tip - Imagine with your mind, believe with your heart and achieve with all your might.

SAGITTARIUS

CAPRICORN

(NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 21)

(DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 20)

Tarot card Queen of Pentacles indicates you need to fiddle with business alternatives to become a master of money. Your expenses may reflect your desire to use things only as a means of satisfying yourself. Dust of those old deals, job or business or photographs in the attic or basement. If you are stuck up in depts / business / job / marriage, try to sharpen your heels for a change of fortune, so that you can reach your peak, says the tarot card - King of Cups. Wear purple for good luck. Your Lucky number is 6.

Karmic tip – Care and love are two things which can’t live without each other, because care begins with you begin to love someone.

Tarot card The Bondage indicates the devilish cheats are often the hardest ones to pick, particularly in departmental stores. Trust no one and keep your eyes on your bag when you are in public places. You must not be impressed by clever jargon. This is a cunning play to reel you in. So be cautious while dealing with others, says the tarot card – Two of Pentacles. Wear green for good luck. Your lucky number is 4.

Karmic tip – Enlightenment is not a state beyond ecstasy.

AQUARIUS

PISCES

(JANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 18)

(FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20)

Tarot card The Sun indicates you need to look to hypothetical pathways to live. If you crammed your brain full of preconceived ideas of life and who your perfect partner is, you may be missing opportunities in the meantime. You have a sneaking suspicion that something has recently been concealed or removed from your view. You need to wear unique loose-fitting garments, says the tarot card – Queen of Pentacles. Wear red for good luck. Your lucky number is 6.

Karmic tip – Every individual is unique.

Tarot card The world indicates butter wouldn’t melt in the month of the queen bee. This means that you have to make yourself a bigger queen than she is, to level the score. You may see a tie-in between money and your philosophical ideas. You will be delightful at a re-union, after a close struggle with someone.

Good fortune soils to you for a happy and a peaceful moment. So enjoy the glamour of magnetic aura of music in hearts for sound, says the tarot card - The Moon. Wear yellow for good luck. Your lucky number is 5.

Karmic tip - Success is like a train, as it has several compartments, like hard work (focus and luck), but leading all those is the engine of confidence.

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In complete black

B)

Naughty Look

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No, don’t take a snap!

D)

Distracted by someone

E)

Elegant pose

F)

Royal Welcome

G)

Say Cheese !

H)

It’s Summer time!

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Ladies Power

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Bathouse

Jubilee Hills, Rd. No. 92 Tel : 30487777

Himalaya Book World Rd. No.1 Banjara Hills, Tel : 2335 5598

Shams News Agencies Abids, Tel : 9247750700

CAR DEALERS Audi

Opp Barclays Bank, Road No 12, Banjara Hills. Tel:23324545

Talwar cars (Volvo)

Near Reliance Digital, Rd. No. 12, Banjara Hills. Tel : 67118135

COFFEE SHOPS Beyond Coffee

Rd. No. 36, Jubilee Hills, Tel : 23545359

Chocolate Room

Madhapur, Tel : 64589595 Somajiguda, Tel : 23300839

Hard Rock Cafe

Rd. No.1, Banjara Hills, Tel : 44767900

Mocha

Rd. No. 7, Banjara Hills, Tel :23350155 / 23350133

News Cafe

Hitech City - Madhapur,

HOSPITALS Apollo Hospitals

Rd. No. 10, Jubilee Hills, Tel : 23553323, 23608050

Care Hospitals

Rd. No. 1, Banjara Hills, Tel : 30418488, 30116142

Fernandes

Basheerbagh, Tel : 40632300 Boggulkunta, Tel : 24756997, 24753482

Jubilee Hills, Rd. No. 36 Tel : 65512222

JEWELLERS Mangatrai

Basheer Bagh, Tel : 23211083,

TBZ

Punjagutta, Tel : 23400231, 23400231

MULTIPLEXES

Nails n Tails

PUBLIC RELATIONS Edge Public Relations Begumpet, Hyderabad Tel : 9618000068

Shamshabad - Tel : 66250000 Hitech City - Tel : 66824422

PUBS 10 Downing Street

Lifestyle Bldg, Begumpet Tel : 67110387

Adj. lane to kirtilals, Begumpet Tel: 9000507807

Taj Deccan

Bottles & Chimney Begumpet

Enr Fashion Studio

Rd. No. 1 Banjara Hills, Tel : 66523939

Tel : 27766464

Taj Krishna

Kismet

Rd. No. 1 Banjara Hills,

Raj Bhavan, Begumpet

Tel : 66662323 / 66292323

Tel : 23456789

The Park

Liquids

Nagarjuna Nagar, Ameerpet Tel: 9866722621 / 8121176128

FITNESS CLUBS 360 Degrees

Somajiguda, Tel : 23456789 / 4433 0116

Rd. No. 1 Banjara Hills

Tel : 23552360

Latitudes

Westin

The Club

Rd. No. 36, Jubilee Hills,

Rd. No. 36, Jubilee Hills, Tel : 23554800 / 23554801

Hitech City - Madhapur, Tel : 67676767 / 67676828

Tel : 66465678, 23350744

RESTAURANTS

Somajiguda - Tel : 40040666 Secunderabad - Tel : 66384666 Dilsukhnagar - Tel : 66755575

Mandir

Mebaz

Rd. No. 1 Banjara Hills, Tel : 66769999

Sarath Shetty

Kalaniketan

Tel : 67110978

Above Elahe, Rd No.10, Banjara Hills, Tel : 67114636

Marriot

FASHIONPHOTOGRAPHY Taj Banjara

Leonia

Suhani Pittie

Tel : 23400132 / 40018183

Novotel

Ameerpet / Kukatpally / Dilsukhnagar. Tel : 66666669

Rd. No. 10, Banjara Hills, Tel : 66689666

Rd. No. 4, Banjara Hills, Tel : 66047626

Testa Rossa

Kalamandir

Bhanoor, Near Patancheru Tel:23492350

70mm

INOX Somajiguda, Tel : 67779000, Gvk Mall, Rd No.1 Banjara Hills, 23319999 Malakpet, Tel : 24555555, 24551372, Tel : 44767770 (www.inoxmovies.com) 24551373 S. P. Road, Tel : 66616588, 24551372, PVR Cinemas 9849304805.

Hyderabad Central Mall, Punjagutta X Rd. HOTELS Tel : 66621115 / 66621116 (www. pvrcinemas.com) Ista Gachibowli Tel : 44508888 PET CARE

Tank Bund, Tel : 66522999 / 27522999

Lahari

Panjagutta, Tel : 23418004, 23418005

Yashoda Hospital

Tel : 40101234/35/36 Rd. No.10, Jubilee Hills, Tel : 65556519

Musaddilal Jewellers & Exporters

Near NTR Gardens, Necklace Road Rd. No. 10, Banjara Hills, Tel : 23319064, 23319191, 23319062. Tel : 23448989 / 39895050 (www. prasadz.com)

Begumpet,

Trousseau Cottage

(Ladies Store) Rd No. 9 Banjara Hills, Near Osman Sagar Lake, Gandipet, Tel : 9703500886 Tel : 66047533

Rd. No. 1, Banjara Hills,

Rainbow Childrens Hospitals IMAX Prasadz

ITC - Kakatiya

Mile Stone 478, Rd. No. 10, Banjara Hills, Tel : 66565154

Golkonda

Vivanta

23233305

BOOK STORES

Thumkunta Village, Shameerpet Tel : 27709106 / 27709104

LISTINGS

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INTERIOR

Tel : 6625 9907/6625 9908 Novotel Hicc Hitech city

Inside Jalavihar, Necklace Road

Rd. No. 1, Banjara Hills, Tel : 66255550

Begumpet, Tel : 40112222.

Banjara Hills, Tel : 40135555 Hitech City, Tel : 66635151 GVK One Mall, Tel : 44767860

Bhojanam

Meena Bazar Extension

Rd. No. 12, Banjara Hills,

Begumpet, Tel : 66621212

Tel : 23545578, 9666688168

Neerus

Angeethi

Guffa

Basheer Bagh, Tel : 23298811/22

Banjara Hills : 66756666 King Koti, Tel : 66665588

Isda Thai

Origins

Above Volkswagen Show Room, Rd. No.92, Jubilee Hills, Tel: 23607380

Khan Saab

Rd. No. 1, Banjara Hills, Tel : 67767111 / 112

Little Italy

Rd. No. 92, Jubilee Hills, Tel : 23558001 / 02

Mozarella

Rd. No.12, Banjara Hills, Tel : 64625500

Nautanki Galli

Hitech City Road, Madhapur, Tel : 7893010001 / 7893010000

Begumpet, Tel : 66629917 / 16

Rewania

Rd. No. 9, Banjara Hills, Tel : 67114348

Skin Touch

Rd. No. 1 & 12 Junction, Banjara Hills, Tel : 23333341 / 23333342

Womens World Panjagutta, Tel : 64559666

SALOONS Ashton Pierra

Banjara Hills, Road No. 9 Tel : 645311212, 64581212

Ohris

Begums

Road No-12, Banjara Hills, Tel : 67111988

Chirag Ali Lane, Abids, Tel : 23203314

The Great Kabab Factory

Paris de salon

Tel : 23302244 / 48

Main Road, MLA Colony, Banjara Hills, Tel : 67120183

ViaMilano

Shivani Beauty Parlour

Rd. No. 12, Banjara Hills,

Road No.36, Jubilee Hills, Tel : 65556677, 64555544

Opp. KFC, Himayat Nagar, Tel : 40037323 / 9948926111

SPAS

Zafran Exotica

Rd. No. 12 Banjara Hills, Tel : 66460088, 9052774048

RETAILERS Absolute Women Boutique Rd. No. 12, Banjara Hills,

Blanc spa

MLA Colony Road, Jubilee Hills, Tel : 23305885 / 23375885

Fifth Element Thai spa

Rd. No. 72, Dargah Road, Jubilee Hills, Tel : 67118476

Tel : 64523993

Tel: 66824422

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