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CONTENTS FEBRUARY 2012

Volume-2

Issue-9

On the cover : Sanjana Archana Galrani Photography by : Erigi Narsing Rao Make-up & Styling : Shireen Khan (9618270056)

14 ENTERTAINMENT

Hollywood, Bollywood, Tollywood and Sports

22 TINSEL TOWN

A look at what’s happening in town!

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51 CAMPUS BUZZ

quotes and opinions

58 KINSHIP

27 LIFESTYLE

A Day From Her Diary, Movie and Novel Reviews

34 EXPEDITION

Valentine Holiday Destinations Prenatal and Postnatal excercises

44 TULIP SPECIAL

- Observing Valentines’ Day - History of Hyderabad

- Divya and Kapil Katara - Make your own Angry Birds at home!

64 AUTOMOBILES

Toyota, Honda, Peugeot and Subaru

68 GADGETS

40 WELLBEING

Fashion accessories for the season with

Jabra Stone Z, Sony Ericsson, Porsche and Bose Bluetooth

76 HOROSCOPE

Know your fortune this month

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK Looking back to the times over the recent two decades and before, I have been witnessing the optimal use of technology (gadgets, to be a little more specific) – combined with matching intelligence to use them of course, in most of the Hollywood blockbusters; which I had seen over and over. What guided me to astonishment is a much-anticipated fact – an urge to bring about a transformation within the world we live in, through the movies we watch. A transformation among even ordinary people to invent, adapt and inspire to use the latest of technology in a way to make daily living, simpler. If people in other parts of the world could seek a change possibly in their lives through a given field of technology, why can’t we? Quite certainly, there are several productive aspects (Business, Art, Science or Medicine) which, if mastered and implemented well enough by anyone, can bring a revolution to her/his respective society or even to nation. Every country can achieve what it dreams to! Every country has the ability to bring about betterment among its own citizens, for itself and move ahead with more sophistication. It is all about knowing how and in what, we stand a chance!

This is a small message intended to evoke readers’ innate abilities, to re-identity themselves and work over fields of interests, with smartness and passion. A passion for revolution! And remember – It’s always people combined as a team with similar thoughts and opinions who bring a change, more than an individual with the same.

On the cover this issue, is Kannada & Tollywood actress Sanjana who had carved a niche for herself at a young age of 22 in south Indian film industries. Interior Designer - Rajani Sharma talks to Tulip about her passion for dancing and her love for pets, in A Day From Her Diary and an important message to pregnant woman on how to take a better care of herself and the baby - with simple, yet productive exercises and yogic postures.

THREE THINGS I LEARNED FROM THIS ISSUE A special feature on the history of Hyderabad and how the city was centuries ago and how it is now; will leave you fascinated.

Though being in love has to be celebrated all year long and forever, Valentines’ Day has its own way and it brings along with it, a unique feel about love.

Women are passionate about jewellery, as it represents a symbol of femininity and even social status. Jewellery has always made women feel more beautiful and confident.

Happy Valentines’ Day Regards,

Esam Ahmed Bilgrami Editor & Publisher publisher@tulipmag.com

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Tulip is one of those few magazines which give information about everything - from cinema to lifestyle, entertainment, popular places in Hyderabad and more. The information is crisp and entertaining. The magazine looks attractive and colourful. It gives a good glimpse of life in Hyderabad. I read it whenever it is issued and I look forward to more information from the magazine Sanya Khan - Experience ACE.

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SUNDAY

MONTHLY DIARIES

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MONTH AHEAD

Sunday Brunch @ La Cantina Every Sunday, through February, 12:00 onwards With a 5 course meal, a live taco bar, a chocolate buffet and gallons of spirits – it’s an ultimate Mexican experience.

Contact – Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, Ph No. 66824422

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Sunday Brunch Every Sunday, through February

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

Contact – Sweet Nirvana, Ph No. 42414343 Harithon 2012 – Green Run by Planet 3 Protection Alliance Feb 19, 07:00 – 09:00 Harithon aims to make people involve in fulfilling their social objectives and owning responsibilities in society by making them take initiatives required at their level in saving the environment.

Contact – AP Tourism, Ph No. 23450444

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MONDAY

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Executive Lunch Buffet

Through February, 12:30 – 15:30 Bistro specialty is the delicious food and the best choices from north and south Indian, Continental and Oriental cuisines.

Contact – Abids Bistro, Ph No. 67123872

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

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

Contact – TGIF, Ph No. 40151925

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Happy Hours Through February, 12:00 – 20:00

TUESDAY

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Six Sigma Green Belt February 4 – 12, 09:00 – 18:00

Six Sigma is a highly disciplined process that helps us focus on developing and delivering nearperfect products and services.

Contact – NKM’s Grand, Ph No. 9000800664

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Liquid Buffet @ The Bar

Through February, 18:00 – 22:00 A widest selection of international brands in unlimited measures, accompanied by selected vegetarian and non-vegetarian kebabs.

Contact – Novotel Hyderabad Airport, Ph No. 66250000

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Single Malt Series @ Atrium Bar

Food festivals, Buy a drink and get one as a com- Every single malt has its history and its very own story to tell – its plimentary, during these happy upcoming water source, founder and the hours. country of origin.

Contact – Bottles and Chimney, events and Contact – Taj Deccan, Ph No. 27766464 Ph No. 66663939 what’s new in town. All this Spin and Win Seasonal Tastes Sunday Brunch @ Arena The Bar @ Firdaus and lots more. 26 Every Sunday 27 Through February 28 @Through February, Through February 18:00 – 22:00 Your guide Savour the taste of garden fresh A little bit of all that is good to Spin the wheel of fortune for eat is what the Sunday brunch is seasonal vegetables, specially a chance to win deals in your all about! There is something for to the city prepared for you by the chefs. drinks bill, everyday. everyone – grills, pastas, Oriental, Enjoy the a la carte and bookmark Continental, Indian, an array of Contact – Novotel Hyderabad menu. happenings! desserts and more.

Airport, Ph No. 66250000 Contact – Taj Deccan, Ph No. 66663939 12 FEBRUARY, 2012

Contact – Taj Krishna, Ph No. 66662323

Through February

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Adidas Sale Till February 6th, 11:00 – 21:00

Avail 30 – 40% off on apparel and accessories and 50% off on footwear.

Contact – Adidas outlet, Ph No. 66823567

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HADOUK TRIO – Live In Concert!

Feb 8, 19:00 – 23:00

HADOUK is the HAjouj played by - Loy and the DouDOUK played by - Didier. Aiming at the azure, Hadouk purifies the lines, becoming lighter and rising up into the atmosphere.

Contact – Alliance Francaise, Ph No. 27700734

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Off Sale Till February 15, 11:00 – 21:00

Attain flat discounts on selected brands in apparel and accessories. Also avail special offers during Valentines’ Day. Additional 5% off on Standard Chartered card holders.

Contact – Lifestyle, Ph No. 40311111

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

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

Contact – 45 Jubilee Hills, Ph No. 23550094

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Mehfil-E-Ghazal @ Haldi

Thursdays and Fridays, through February, 22:00 – 23:00 The taste of pure melody!

Authentic Indian dishes served with the perfect accompaniment – live Hindustani music.

Contact – Novotel Hyderabad Airport, Ph No. 66250000

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Story Seminar February 9 – 12, 09:00 – 18:00

Robert McKee is the pre-eminent authority on screenwriting in the world today and the Story Seminar is easily the most influential writing class in Hollywood.

Contact – Ramoji Film City, Ph No. 23412262

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Cognac and Cigar @ Seasons Bar Through February

FRIDAY

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SATURDAY Power On 2012 February 3 – 5, 10:00 – 18:00

The event is a good platform for industries to launch their new products in battery and various automobile parts.

Contact – HITEX, Ph No. 23112121

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ET ACETECH 2012 February 10 – 12, 11:00 – 18:00

Where potential clients can easily compare and experience the different products, technologies, materials and services all under one roof, thus saving considerable time, energy, money and efforts.

Contact – HITEX, Ph No. 23112121

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Caribbean Fridays Every Friday, 18:30 onwards

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

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

Contact – Taj Krishna, Ph No. 66662323

Contact – Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, Ph No. 66824422

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Liquid Buffet @ Underdeck

Through February, 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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Woodland Sale Till February 25, 11:00 – 21:00

Get flat 40% off on apparel, footwear, accessories for women and men.

Contact – Woodland outlet, Ph No. 23304033

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Global Street Food Festival @ The Square

Every Saturday, through February, 18:00 – 23:00 Wind your way through Europe and the Mediterranean, cross over to North America, drop anchor at the Americas and the Caribbean and make a brief halt in Asia.

Contact – Novotel Hyderabad Airport, Ph No. 66250000

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Lunch Buffet Weekends, through February, 12:00 – 15:00

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

Contact – News Café, Ph No. 40101234

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The Lasting First Impression February 18 – 19

Sabrina Merchant had groomed Femina Miss India and international beauty pageant contestants like Lara Dutta, Priyanka Chopra, Aryan Vaid and others. this workshop is for trainers, corporate, entrepreneurs and housewives.

Contact – Taj Deccan, Ph No. 66663939

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Karaoke Night

Every Saturday, through February, 20:00 – 23:45 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

Seasonal Tastes @ Firdaus Through February

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.

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ENTERTAINMENT

GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS 2012 AS IT HAPPENED…

The winners of the HFPA’s 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards; the precursor to the Academy Awards, were announced at The Beverly Hilton hotel – Los Angeles, hosted again by Ricky Gervais. This year’s nominees were worthy, but still included some odd picks all around…

H O L L Y W O O D

George Clooney enjoyed a golden night - taking out the gong for Best Actor in a Motion Picture (Drama) for his role in The Descendants, which won the night’s top honour.

Madonna beats out Elton John for Best Original Song - Motion Picture! It’s her second win (her first for Evita) and she receives the award for cowriting the song Masterpiece for W.E.

Kate Winslet takes out her third Golden Globe, this time for Best Performance by an actress in a mini-series or motion picture made for television for her part in Mildred Pierce.

The maestro Steven Spielberg appears to accept the Globe for The Adventures of Tintin, this year’s Best Animated Feature Film.

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Brad Pitt reportedly got out and opened the limo door for Angelina Jolie. The Hollywood power couple are met by cheers. Pitt’s sported an injured knee. ‘It’s a golden night for us,’ said Pitt, who’s nominated for his role in Moneyball.

Jodie Foster was up for the award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy category for her work in Carnage, but lost out to Michelle Williams for her work in My Week With Marilyn.

Matt LeBlanc beats out Alec Baldwin (30 Rock) and David Duchovny (Californication) to win Best Performance by an actor In a television series - Comedy Or Musical for Episodes.

Meryl Streep won the coveted Best Actress in a Motion Picture (Drama) gong for her turn as Margaret Thatcher in The Iron Lady, while acclaimed silent film The Artist took home three awards.

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HRITHIK ROSHAN

12 YEARS OF BOLLYWOOD

B O L L Y W O O D

Bollywood heartthrob Hrithik Roshan has thanked his fans as he completed 12 years in the Hindi film industry. ‘12 years!

Really? Wow, thanks guys for the wishes! Now back to work!

- Hrithik wrote on his Twitter page. The 38-year-old actor had a dream debut in 2000 with Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai, which was directed by his father Rakesh Roshan, who also introduced another new face, Amisha Patel, with the love story. Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai rocked the box office, but Hrithik’s later releases could not ape the success of his debut movie, however; he kept growing as an actor with each film and earned praises for his performance. After an initial dull period, he struck gold with the science-fiction Koi... Mil Gaya, again directed by his dad. Post that he had hits like Krissh, Dhoom 2, Jodhaa Akbar and Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara. The actor, who is geared up for the release of Agneepath remake, said - Need to make the next 12 years even better. Love always!

SONAM KAPOOR

WAHEEDA’S ROLE IN GUIDE

Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor has expressed her desire to step into the shoes of yesteryear actress Waheeda Rehman and essay the role she played in 1965 film Guide. The film, starring Dev Anand and Waheeda, was based on R K Narayan’s critically acclaimed novel, The Guide and Sonam, who has worked with the veteran actress in Delhi 6, is keen on a chance to play the character of Rosie Marco. I have worked with her in Delhi 6. She is a fabulous actress. If I had to pick a role from the older films then for me it would be from the film Guide.

The character of Rosie was not that of a typical heroine. it had a lot of grey shades. I would love to portray this role, the 26-year-old actress said. Sonam also attended a function where an album of late writer-lyricist Kaifi Azmi, father of veteran actress Shabana Azmi, was launched. I like many songs of Azmi sahib. Today’s songs do not have stability and grace. My generation is impatient and the beauty of that time is lost to us - Sonam said.

AMITABH BACHCHAN ON BALL ROOM DANCING

Amitabh Bachchan says the romance and the effect of ball room dancing seen during his time had vanished now. The 69-year-old actor rues the fact that the decorum and chivalry attached to the particular dance form is nowhere to be seen these days. The romance and the effect of the touch and feel of ball room dancing had vanished. There was certain decorum in it. The getting up and asking the lady for the dance, the position of statured elegance as you stretched your hands to gently allow the lady to rest hers on yours. The firm yet gentle guidance that one conducted by the other hand on her waist, moving and controlling her composure as it were. Those piercing looks as you held her and talked of the weather and everything else under the sun, as you avoided stamping her elegant dress by your out of rhythm feet, her hand gently resting on your shoulder, a picture of support to the woman in your arms.

A gesture of care and protection! All gone now! - Bachchan wrote on his blog.

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AYESHA SHIV

MAHESH IS COOL AND QUIET Ayesha, well known as Kajal’s friend in Mahesh Babu-Kajal starrer The Businessman is a model born and brought up in Canada.

Puri Jagannath usually introduces fresh faces as heroines, however for a change this time he chose to introduce this Canada citizen to the Telugu film industry. She said – Puri Jagannath is a fabulous film-maker. Before casting me in this film, Puri garu trained me in acting. I’ve learnt many things from him. He is a very supportive person. Regarding Mahesh she commented, He is a handsome hero, cool and quiet. The first Telugu film that I watched in Telugu was Pokiri, but I liked The Businessman more than that. I am pretty impressed with Mahesh’s performance.

About her role in the film she said, - I hope to receive good recognition for my role as Kajal’s friend. It was a challenge for me. I dubbed by myself for my character. It was a different experience.

The best compliment that I received was when my parents and friends praised me for my performance in the film.

WHAT’S GOING ON? IN NAYANTARA’S MIND

While on one hand Prabhu Deva is making all efforts to stop Nayantara from acting since they have planned for their marriage shortly; on the other hand, the directors and producers of Tamil film industry are said to be tempting her with interesting offers after she tasted success through the Telugu film Sri Ramarajyam. According to Chennai sources, directors like Linguswamy, Venkatprabhu and Vijay have approached her with some good performance oriented roles. The sources claim that even though Nayantara decided to stop acting after marriage, chances are that she might change her decision and accept these offers. However, her close associates revealed that even though the Directors have met her and narrated the stories, she has not yet taken any decision. But remember folks another clue is that Dasari Narayana Rao told Nayantara publicly in the 50 days function of Sri Ramarajyam that not to consider this as her last film and that she can continue acting even after her marriage. So let’s wait and see what’s still going on in Nayantara’s mind.

GAUTHAM MENON WANTING TO DO EDT

Gautham said - It was since 10 years that I directed a film in Hindi. Of late, many south Indian films like Pokiri, Ready, Singam, Bodyguard, etc., turned out to be hits even in Bollywood. Unless we are strong in the language along with story and screenplay, we should not make such attempts in other languages. However the film like Ye Maya Chesave is with universal subject. Hence, I chose to remake this film in Hindi. This movie has given me good satisfaction. I would have remade it in Hindi long ago, but I wanted to do it only after I get a good grip on the language and write dialogues on my own. This is only the cause for doing Ek Deewana Tha now and not with the intention of making cash based on the successes of latest south Indian films. I am very confident about this film and leaving the rest to the audience.

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ENTERTAINMENT

JOHNSON WAGNER SONG OPEN – HAWAII

Johnson Wagner picked up his third PGA Tour win at the Song Open in Hawaii, with a final round of 67 enough to claim a twoshot victory. Wagner was three under for the day and 13 over the event, but overnight leader Matt Every missed his chance to push for the title as he shot two over to finish tied for sixth. Four players were level in second on 11 under, with each player in with a chance of victory at some point during the day. Carl Petterson, Sean O’Hair and Harrison Frazar all matched Wagner’s 67 on the day but needed more to press for victory, while Charles Howell III managed only one under, his worst round of competition. Wagner’s day had started with a bogey five and although he picked a shot right back up at the second he added a second bogey on six. He again followed that with a birdie at the next hole and went round the back nine in three under; with a pressure putt from the sleeve of the green on 15th.

GENOA SLAMS S P O R T S

RONALDINHO RUMOURS Genoa president Enrico Preziosi has laughed off suggestions that his clubs are poised to snag forgotten Brazilian superstar Ronaldinho. The former Barcelona wizard is embroiled in a spat with current outfit Flamengo over allegations of unpaid wages and his brother and agent Roberto de Assis has warned that the player could walk out on the club unless the matter is settled soon. His wage woes with the Brazilian giants has prompted speculation in some quarters claiming that Genoa have swooped in with a proposal. Genoa supremo Preziosi sarcastically responded to the reports, - Yes, he’s going to arrive together with [Real Madrid’s] Kaka. However, Preziosi conceded that the club could make a transfer foray for Lazio forward Giuseppe Sculli. He could only come on loan, he revealed. Maybe I’ll talk this evening with [Lazio president] Claudio Lotito. Meanwhile, Preziosi admitted that midfield schemer Alexander Merkel, who is co-owned with AC Milan, could soon be jumping ship to the San Siro. Merkel is a very promising young man and we would like to keep him but he must be convinced [to stay], he remarked.

NICO ROSBERG FAITH IN BRAWN

Nico Rosberg believes Ross Brawn has what it takes to elevate Mercedes GP to the top of the Formula One rankings. Rosberg, who last year committed his future to the team, has yet to win a grand prix with his team despite them having won the world titles under the Brawn GP banner in 2009. Rosberg; though, is adamant that the team has the personnel needed to take them to the front of the grid. Now they just need the cohesion and a winning car.

With Bob Bell, Geoff Willis and Aldo Costa we have three new top people on board and I believe very strongly in Ross, he told Auto Moto und Sport. You can feel his ambition. He knows what we need, to be the best team. There are many very competent people here who have just not yet grown together enough with no everyone sitting in the right place. That is the aim now. But, despite believing that Mercedes GP will have a better season this year, Rosberg reckons it’s Red Bull who will lead the way. No matter what the rules look like, Red Bull will remain strong. They have the expertise and structure in place to be the best.

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TINSEL TOWN

CREAM AND FUDGE Second Outlet In Hyderabad Global Franchise Architects open Cream and Fudge’s second outlet in Hyderabad. The first of its kind, Cream and Fudge is an international cold stone chain of smooth and creamy ice-cream brand. It offers innovative mix-in concept of hand folding ice creams on a frozen marble stone with a choice of sumptuous mix-ins like candied fruits, crunchy cookies, pie fillings, nuts, fudge, brownies and more. The ice creams here are made fresh at the factory with the finest Swiss recipes. The highest quality ingredients are sourced from around the world to produce the creamiest ice creams.

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JCI HYDERABAD A Grand Tambola

Uttam & Akanksha

Hitesh, Mohira & Kunal

Prashanth & Radha

JCI Hyderabad Deccan organized a grand Tambola recently. The chapter comprised of members from the elite circle. It was the right place for sponsors to expect good mileage from the event where the expected crowd was more than 3000 elite people. JCI Hyderabad Deccan chapter has organized several mega musical events and spectacular shows like - Bacchon Ki Duniya, several fashion shows, Tambola nights, Dandiya dhamaka, Play (Mr. and Mrs. Karan Johar), Prayas (provided furniture to 39 Schools) in an extraordinary way. The proceeds from above shows were exclusively used for service to humanity, individual development activities, for the upliftment of a slum and to adopt an Old Age Home.

LAUNCH OF ETASH

By Archana Patel

Archana, Aashi, Sohail Khan & Etash Patel 22 FEBRUARY, 2012

Archana Patel launched her label Etash, where in the girls had lovely dresses and lehengas inspired by the richness and elegance of Indian festivals. The boys looked smart and chic in long jackets, sherwanis teamed with printed stoles. Pooja Bedi’s kids - Aaliyah and Omar looked stunning in Archana’s collection. The show stopper Sohail Khan looked stunning as he walked the ramp with an elan. Designers like Rocky S, Narendra Kumar, Payal Singhal and Nishka Lulla also took part in this spectacular fashion week.

Omar & Aaliyah

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TINSEL TOWN

Lavanya Lavnya

Swati

Samia Alam Khan & Meena Fonseca

ETHNICITY Coupled With Urban Charm!

Samia Alam Khan and Swati Kilaru presented an exhibition featuring designer tunics, saris and ethnic wear at Beyond Coffee. They showcased their brand Studio Aayra for the first time. The brand specializes in Indian and Pakistani attire. Studio Aayra, a brand conceptualised

by Samia Alam and Meena Fonseca, focuses on a blend of Indo-Pak couture. The exhibition was a huge success and our ladies loved the collection.

Mouna Namita Singhvee

Afsaneh

Sravanthi

Shireen

Sirisha

Nimra Alam Khan

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Deepti Mehta

Ranjana Doshi

Sheetal Doshi

Seema Doshi

CELEBRATING Special Abilities!

Ability Unlimited Foundation in collaboration with Aastha Ladies Organization and Hans Foundation hosted a show called Celebrating Abilities. The dance troupe comprised of disabled children who performed on wheel chairs and crutches. It was a historic performance where dancers performed unique feats, such as - spinning of the wheel chair at a speed of around 200km/hr. These shows have captivated the audience. The performances like Bharatanatyam on wheels, Sufi dances on wheels, Bhagawad Gita on wheels transported the audience to a different place, beyond the familiar world of television and other entertainments. Ability Unlimited is the brain-child of Guru Syed Sallauddin Pasha - his pioneering efforts have won him National and International recognition.

Performing artists

Audience watching the show

Reshma Gandhi 24 FEBRUARY, 2012

Shalini

Sonal Doshi

Guruji Syed Sallauddin Pasha

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TINSEL TOWN

Shruthi & Brundha Madhu Shalini Mohan LaL & Venkatesh

CCL - 2012

Vishnu

Who’s Who Of Film Fraternity!

Mani Shanker

Archana

Recently, Telugu Warriors and Karnataka Bulldozers and Kerala Strikers and Chennai Rhinos have shown amazing sporting spirits, during the Celebrity Cricket League 2012. Tollywood sensation Charmi danced to the most scintillating dance tracks and entertained the crowd. Several actors and actresses were seen supporting their respective and favourite teams. Many celebrities of Hyderabad were also captured enjoying the match. The losing and the winning teams greeted each other, post match.

Sonia & Sangeeta

Charmi

Bhavana

Tarun

TESTA ROSSA Italian Cafe

Rehan Guha

Jagan Rao, Dino Moria & Atif Hyder

The luxury café chain Testa Rossa marked its presence in India, by launching its outlet in Hyderabad.

Its chic style and exquisite service made it a hallmark of luxury cafes in Europe and around the world. The café promises to offer an ultimate coffee experience combined with a picture perfect ambience to relax with your friends or family. Guests can choose from a variety of exotic coffees, breads, bakes and assorted confectionary dishes. The café also offers ultimate luxury, exceptional quality products, impeccable service and elegant design.

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FUN TIME @ Sneham Kitty Sneham Ladies Kitty had all the fun at at Taj Vivanta, where they had their first kitty of second round. Everyone was seen chatting over food and drinks.

Ladies also learned the techniques of wine-mixing from the professionals. The whole restaurant was filled with ladies having a good time with each other.

Sonali Narang Vinny

Sonia, Aarti, Bharti, Sonali & Jassi

Kritika

Purvi & Amrita

Geeta

DIALOG - WINEFEST 2012 Wine Tasting In Darkness

Kishan Sula

Vandhana & Kiran Konijeti 26 FEBRUARY, 2012

The guests of the Wine Tasting Festival were guided by visually impaired people and wine expert for a period of 90 minutes taking blind tasting to a whole new level. The guests experienced wine with a heightened sensitivity, being more aware of everything from the temperature, texture and smell to the taste of wine. This unique wine tasting festival also met the social objective of making a difference to the lives of visually impaired. The event was accompanied by a three course meal. A lot of celebrities from different walks of life, like - business and cinema, apart from socialites have attended this festival.

Manjula Reddy

Chinmayee

Sudha & Krishnan

Kavitha Golechha

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m o r F y a D A Her Diary...

LIFESTYLE

By Adit ya Tej

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GOOD MORNING!

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6:15 is when I wake up! The first thing I do when I open my eyes, is to look at my daughter’s face. I believe one must have a good beginning in the morning, as it reflects on the rest of the day. Every daughter is special to her mother. I would do anything for her, just to see her happy always. I then have a glass of lemon water – this was advised by my Mom and I have been doing this for long now. It keeps the internal system cool.

I reach home and have my breakfast, by this time. I talk to my husband - Sanjay Sharma for a while, before he leaves to his work. My breakfast includes Idlis, two brown breads, five almonds, some milk and apples. I have a sweet tooth! For weekends, I have an elaborated breakfast (Dosas, Uttappams, a famous Tamil dish called – Idiappams, etc). Breakfast is always at home!

7:40 School bus comes to pick my daughter - Rayna. She studies at Chirec. I have my tea after she leaves and I have a habit of taking it with two spoons of sugar to get that extra sweetness. At the same time, I feel I shouldn’t get addicted to it. I like filter coffees too (back there in Chennai). I then head to gym. While coming back to home, I always have coconut water.

LUNCH AT 1:30 Though I have my lunch out at times, I am a home food lover. I have a wonderful cook at home.

Often, I have two rotis; one green vegetable and dal. I do not combine rotis with rice. I love all the vegetables. Dahi Vada is one of my favourite dishes. I play with Romeo (my pet dog) for some time.

‘Sirisha is very close to me. She is like my sister, my best friend. We treat each other like family members. She is someone I look up to, whenever I feel low. She is very protective about me and I feel so secured, when she is around. She encourages me a lot!

I am so close to her that I meet her at least once a day. She knows what Rajini is. I am so fortunate to have her in my life’ – Rajini about Sirisha.

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2:40 I go and pick up my daughter from school.

I love the way she waits for me and looks at me from the bus. She runs to me with excitement. That moment is special! I won’t miss this at all. There is no joy equal to this.

After I reach home, I will be busy with her.

She talks to me about how her day went, at school; what her friends said; her interaction with the teacher and everything that happened at school.

7:30

3:00 – 7:00

Time for dinner with Rayna! I normally have Rajasthani food. Rayna loves Pasta, so I have it thrice a week. She also likes Noodles. From 7:30 – 8:00, it is TV time with her. I put Rayna to sleep by 8. My husband comes home from work and has his dinner, while I sit with him and talk. I play cards or boards with him. Rayna and I sleep early, because we both have to wake up early, every next day. I love ice-creams, so I insist my husband to take me out and visit Cream Stone. He never says ‘no’ to me!

I dedicate this time only for Rayna. I help her out with homework. She likes colouring and sketching. I sit next to her and work on my iPad. She likes Google, though she is four years.

She goes for Kathak dance classes during the weekends.

TRAVEL MEMORIES I enjoyed holidaying at Colombo, recently. I like spending time at silent exotic beaches. I had visited all the forest reserves in India. Road journeys are so exciting!

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‘The day Rayna was born was the happiest day of my life. It was really special!

After that day, my life changed completely. Just like I, she was born in Chennai too.

She is equally attached to her Dad and goes out for shopping with him. She is a matured girl’ – Rajini about her daughter, Rayna.

5 THINGS PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME… I am much into religion and spirituality (this is something which not many people around, know).

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‘Rajini is God’s gifted sister to me. I was a single child to my parents, so I never knew how real sisters would be. But I can say that I wouldn’t have got anyone better than her. I met her seven years back at Hamstech. From then, I have made a special place for her in my heart, which no one can takeover. I cry, laugh, fight and dance with her. There was a time; I didn’t speak to her for almost a year for silly reason. But that only made our relationship stronger, once we got back. I wish we grow together as real sisters. In short, she is my real soul mate’ – Sirisha, about Rajini.

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I am fascinated about reading books. I’ve been with books all through my childhood – small stories and comics (Archies). The Alchemist is one of the best books I read so far. Jeffrey Archer and Arundhati Roy are my favourite authors.

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Dancing has been my passion. I am a huge fan of Madhuri Dixit and have performed all her dance tracks. Sometimes, I would take a workshop in Chennai and wherever it happens in the city.

I love watching movies. But I stick to genres like romantic comedies. I like George Clooney and Ryan Reynolds. As a little girl, I used to watch WWF and was a big admirer of wrestlers like Shawn Michaels and Hulk Hogan. I have learned Karnatic music in Chennai.

I love to have more exotic pets (crabs, turtles). I travel quite often. Gardening is one of my hobbies.

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MOVIE REVIEW

M O V I E S

The old Sherlock would stand rooted to the spot! Magnifying glass in one hand and tobacco pipe in the other, the new Sherlock Holmes (played by Robert Downey Jr.) never stays still. The glass and the pipe are gone now. He would rather get in a fight, than a discussion. He changes elaborately costumed disguises as often as, he changes his mind. Everything distracts Sherlock - women, weather, cops, cats and even illicit substances. You name it and he is already up, down and all over it. And then, there is Holmes’ rather complicated man and his long-time partner in crime-busting - Doctor Watson (Jude Law).The obligatory sequel, A Game of Shadows continues to mash-up.

A Game of Shadows is definitely a guilty-pleasure blast to experience at the time and perhaps difficult to remember afterwards. Holmes cross dresses on more than one occasion. Watson gets blotto at his bachelor party at a casino and barely makes it to his wedding with Mary (Kelly Reilly), the next day. It goes without saying that Holmes invites himself, along with the couple’s European honeymoon.There is also mixed business involving Russian Cossacks, anarchist terrorists, a nude Stephen Fry (he plays Sherlock’s long-lost brother Mycroft), corrupt train conductors and gypsies. Holmes purists will be relieved to learn that the best scene in the picture is the one element of Sherlock legacy, which has not been tampered with in any way. When first published in the 1890s, a classic encounter between Holmes and Moriarty at the mouth of a waterfall high in the Swiss Alps, had millions of author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s loyal readers gasping for breath.Ritchie handles the build-up to this crucial sequence by brilliantly and skilfully increasing tension levels before achieving a famously intriguing payoff. If there is to be a third instalment to the Sherlock Holmes series, the standard set by this cracking scene is what Ritchie and his team should be pushing themselves to match.

Kate Beckinsale is back as Selene, the death trader. This time around, Selene escapes captivity to discover that she has visions of mysterious kinds. Her captors let her loose in the hope that she will lead them to the one who helped her escape in the first place.

As she fights off cops and bad guys, Selene runs into a helpful vampire David (James), who helps her rescue scared little teenager - Eve. Eve’s identity, Selene’s visions that lead her to Eve and the link between the two is what the movie is all about. The film’s plot which attempts to surprise you at certain junctures, is completely unaided by the cheesy dialogue.

The story wavers between avenging the wrong done upon vampires by both humans and Lykons, to being a story of a mother who goes out on her limb (literally) to save a daughter, she never knew she had. The plot seems unoriginal at best and many things remain unexplained.

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MOVIES IN FEBRUARY Ghost Rider : Spirit of Vengeance Directed by - Mark Neveldine and Brian Taylor Cast - Nicolas Cage, Idris Elba and Johnny Whitworth.

The story sees Johnny Blaze, aka Ghost Rider (Nicholas Cage), hiding out in remote Eastern Europe and struggling to repress his curse. Blaze is recruited by a sect to take on The Devil (Ciaran Hinds), who wants to take over his mortal son’s body on the kid’s birthday. Idris Elba plays an alcoholic warrior monk tasked with finding Ghost Rider. Johnny Whitworth plays a criminal who is recruited by The Devil to find the boy and is later turned into a demonic creature.

Big Miracle Directed by - Ken Kwapis Cast - John Krasinski and Drew Barrymore The tale of a small town news reporter (John Krasinski) and a Greenpeace volunteer (Drew Barrymore) are joined by rival world superpowers to save a family of majestic gray whales, trapped by rapidly forming ice at the Arctic. Local newsman Adam Carlson (Krasinski) can’t wait to escape the northern tip of Alaska for a bigger market. But just when the story of his career breaks, the world comes chasing it, too! With an oil tycoon, heads of state and hungry journalists descending upon the frigid outpost; the one who worries Adam the most is Rachel Kramer (Barrymore).

Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu Directed by - Shakun Batra Cast - Imran Khan and Kareena Kapoor Rahul Kapoor (Imran Khan), 26; is on his way to become a carbon copy of his parents when he suddenly loses his job as an Architect in Vegas. Afraid that he has let his parents down, Rahul decides to hide the truth and find another job. By a twist of fate, he meets Raina Braganza, a quick-witted hairstylist, who is everything he isn’t. A series of events lead them to meet on Christmas Eve over a few drinks. But like always, it’s never a few. Following this night of debauchery, they wake up to discover that they’ve got married. Now, Rahul has more than just his job loss to hide from his parents. They both decide to get it annulled as soon as possible and get an appointment from the court in ten days. Over the next ten days they have their share of arguments, moments and laughs that results in an unlikely friendship.

Journey 2 : The Mysterious Island Directed by - Brad Peyton Cast - Dwayne Johnson and Michael Caine The Journey begins when 17-year-old Sean Anderson (Josh Hutcherson) receives a coded distress signal from a mysterious island where no man exists. It is a place of strange life forms, mountains of gold, deadly volcanoes and more than all - an astonishing secret. Unable to stop him from going, Sean’s new stepfather, Hank (Dwayne Johnson), joins the quest. Together with a helicopter pilot (Luis Guzman) and his beautiful, strong-willed daughter (Vanessa Hudgens), set out to find the island, rescue its lone inhabitant, escape before seismic shockwaves, force the island under the sea and bury its treasures forever.

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LIFESTYLE

Reached My Destination

By Archana Kapoor Nagpal

“Ego has a voracious appetite, the more you feed it, the hungrier it gets.”

- Nathaniel Bronner Jr. It has been two years, we have not met. Last time was when we were departing at Delhi Airport as a procedure of joining different competitive firms. We exchanged our personal email ids and I never realised my email id was a with a typing error.

We have been in six years of professional relationship that ended with a small misunderstanding. We never realised that we might not get a chance to clear it. We both had tough ego levels to shed off.

In these two years’ work has always kept me busy. There have been instances where I wanted to write to him for his expertise advice but my ego always stopped me. And then one day flying to Bangalore for a conference was taking away my peace of mind. I knew he would be there as a part of the event from his firm.

I asked him, ‘Why this gift?’

He was very humble to answer, ‘This is a small token of friendship to tell how much I missed my friend when I wanted her the most. A small token to represent that even when you were not with me your teachings helped me to work on difficult projects and be where I am today.”

I asked inquisitively, ‘But you never wrote to me, if I was so important and helpful.’

He replied, ‘You left me with an email id that is not reachable, may be you missed a letter. I had no number to call you either but when I read your name in the list, I did all these arrangements. We never know when we meet again in life, so this gift is for you my friend.’

Finally, we again departed to our respective destinations but this time with a smile.

I thought to ignore him and behave professionally as an employee. Finally, I entered the conference hall. I was quick enough to realise that he would take over participants attention with his confidence, and all I would do sitting there would be appreciating him, nodding my head as ‘Yes to Yes’ and ‘No to No’.

On my way home, I realised that he had my incorrect email id and still he tried to contact me. I had his correct contact information but I never wrote to him. I wanted him to initiate the conversation. He may thank me today for all but I know, I was not that great. It was too late for me to realise as I have reached my destination but in guilt.

Finally, he approached the podium.

One thing I have learned that we should not take too long to shed our ego. We should not make delays to ask for an apology as it loses its significance. As we say - an apology at the right time can save relationships. ‘I’, ‘me’ and ‘self’ will never let relationships progress in one’s life.

The very first line that fell into my ears was my name as he proceeded, “I am proud to be here with 8 years of experience and I would like to share my best practices with all of you. This is a journey I completed with one of my best colleague and my best friend ‘my name’ who supported me through day and night with the toughest projects and killing deadlines”.

For a moment I fell numbed and completely lost. All I could recollect were my thoughts for him before entering the room and his greatness to acknowledge my presence. Finally, the conference ended and we all left for refreshment. I was struggling hard to face him.

I saw him coming towards me with a gift.

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n The Girl Who Played with Fire, Salander is right in the middle of everything, accused of murdering three people - the lawyer assigned to be her guardian by the government and two journalists who were working on a story and book for Mikael Blomkvist’s magazine - Millennium, about the importing of girls for the purpose of prostitution. At first, it seems obvious to almost everyone that she must be guilty.

The newspaper stories about her life make her sound like a psychopath and there is circumstantial evidence. She does not seem to have any friends other than Blomkvist.

But then things get complicated and it turns out that while Salander does not have many friends, the ones she does have are very loyal, unusual and resourceful indeed.

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hen Susannah comes across her old flame Rob at her brother’s wedding, she instantly remembers all of the things which she loved about him. She cannot stop thinking about him and by doing so, it makes her see her partner Doug in not such an attractive light. Doug pays her very little attention and often does not include her in his plans with his children. They seem to merely co-exist rather than share a life together which causes Susannah to become more and more dissatisfied, especially when she compares him with Rob. Although Rob has recently married, he starts meeting with Susannah in London on a regular basis and the flame is soon rekindled. However, they know that if they take things further, other are bound to get hurt.

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able For Two proves a delectable gormandizing experience with two light-hearted Harlequin romance from Nora Roberts topped with her vast knowledge of Italian and French haute cuisine as a garnish.

Summer Desserts, the first story is about the fiercely independent French chef Summer Lyndon finding herself attracted to smarmy and suave hotelier Blake Cochran. Love conflicts with Summer’s career and causes an avalanche of control issues in a dramatic high. The more enjoyable fare turns out to be, lessons learned when notorious skirt-chaser Carlo Franconi unwittingly surrenders to Juliet Trent, his publicist who finds a heart behind his devastating facade. It is a fluffy romance with a dose of humour and fairy-tale charm. The insecurities of Juliet and his reputation as a playboy proves disastrous for their fragile trust. What makes this book irresistible is Ms. Roberts’s flair, delicious male protagonists and sumptuous descriptions of the dishes, which makes it a nice indulgent treat for romance fans.

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ibby has a nice life with a great job, a gorgeous husband and a big home by the sea.

But she is becoming more unsure of Jack’s feelings for her – and if he is over the mysterious death of Eve, his first wife.

When fate intervenes in their relationship, Libby decides to find out all she can, about the man she hastily married and the seemingly perfect Eve. Eventually Libby stumbles across some startling truths about Eve. As she begins to unearth more and more devastating secrets, Libby becomes frightened that she too will end up like the first woman Jack loved. She is out of his life, but is she out of his heart?

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SUCCESS STORY

Show Room: 8-2-293/K/308, Main Road, Kamalapuri Colony, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad - 500 073.

Dinesh Patel, Ratansi Patel, Ramesh Patel & Sonu Patel

Phone : +914066380007 / 66480007, Fax : +914023558007, E-mail : ptdstellar@gmail.com

When was Stellar started -

Stellar brings the latest and the finest in innovative designs of European origin to the Indian Customer.

We have redefined opulence for customers who quest for high end, contemporary and luxurious designs.

Our solutions are perfect blend of exalted visual charm and utilitarianism. Home or hospitality, we aim to augment the interiors into beauteous living spaces. Stellar is primarily focused on making avail-

We have tied up with some of the cardinal international lifestyle brands offering home and bath solutions and it is this association that has enabled us to achieve and sustain global standards of characteristic elegance, which is manifested in our four divisions of plywood/veneers supplies, Kohler luxurious sanitaryware, Spanish and Italian hardware material and the newfangled Italian exclusive tiles.

Our divisions represent the who’s who of the international design fraternity. We make available brands for plywood like - Tree, Dekmark, Century, Greenply, Kitply and many other pioneered brands, exclusive leather laminates, veneers and various others.

S O T R Y

Stellar began its journey in early 1950s as Patel Timber Depot. It was started by my grand father Shri Shivji Patel. By the grace of God, there is no looking back since then. With more than a century of expertise under its belt, Patel Timber Depot (PTD) opened its first owned retail store for ethnic designer hardware, kitchen accessories and top-class plywood, veneer, Kohler exclusive sanitaryware and Italian and Spanish exclusive designer tiles and beyond, at the most growing market in Srinagar Colony in 2010. Realizing the potential of an emerging home décor and accessories market in India, PTD created a home identity under its flagship brand by the name of Stellar. I; Dinesh Patel, along with my brothers, take care of the store.

able stylish, esquire range of products. Inspirational, styling, superlative comfort and unparalleled quality, transform living spaces.

S U C C E S S

Stellar is a lifestyle retail brand that brings to you - quintessentially European, elegant and contemporary home-décor products and luxurious bathroom design products, accessories and à la mode collection of the most beautiful eco-friendly recycled tiles - all inside 15000 sft of one parapet. Stellar can be aptly called as the elixir of lifestyle products.

How is the growth speed of Stellar?

We have added another feather to our bouquet of accolades. The newly introduced - Tiles Division. Stellar consists of tiles from Italian manufacturers. These are eco-friendly, recycled tiles with a variety of striking and stylish combination of designs for wall and floor spaces.

What’s the USP of Stellar?

We offer splendid luxury solutions for the customers who believe in lifestyle with panache. We have everything here; all your illustrious, magnanimous needs and dreams will be fulfilled under one roof. We appreciate your dreams and with our expertise, you can make your dreams come true.

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EXPEDITION

ROMANTIC HOLIDAY DESTINATIONS

When you’re in love, there is a desire to share it with the world. Whether you want to shout your love from the top of a mountain or while snorkeling with underwater creatures, there are plenty of places across the continents to proclaim your connection. Since the trip is just as important as the destination, here is a selection of some of the most romantic destinations on the planet where you can create enough memories to last a lifetime…

ASPEN – COLORADO A notable haven for the rich and fabulous, Aspen offers more than just good celebrity spotting. Yes, this is a skier’s paradise, but it’s also a great outdoor romantic destination (winter or summer) with its stunning scenery, great hiking, superb accommodations and a busy nightlife. Travel 15 miles southwest of Aspen to Maroon Bells with its lake and alpine meadows, where there are no cars allowed. Hike the trails, enjoy the mountain air and take in the stunning scenery. Glenwood Hot Springs, just 40 miles northwest of Aspen, is a perfect romantic indulgence. You can also get your romantic Western adventure fix with a visit to T Lazy 7 Ranch with its horseback rides and camping trips. If you choose to curl up in your lodge in front of a roaring fire, take a romantic carriage or sleigh ride or live it up at the myriad of pubs, clubs, discos and country and Western bars. It’s all here in Aspen!

HAYMAN ISLAND – WHITSUNDAYS Ah, the Great Barrier Reef! If you didn’t see it for yourself you’d be forgiven for thinking this sailing and water sports hub at the tip of the country was the figment of someone’s imagination. Crystal clear waters, pristine sandy beaches and a world-renowned reef make this the quintessential sun, sand and sea romantic paradise island holiday. Seventy-four islands make up the great Whitsundays and there are ten resorts on eight of the islands to choose from. Renowned for its luxurious surroundings as well as outstanding chefs and cuisine, it’s the epitome of romantic indulgence. Wouldn’t you want to be surrounded by a huge lagoon pool overlooking tropical vistas and sandy white beaches? Quaint island boutiques, sumptuous dining and killer sunsets with a cocktail in hand are the stuff romantic vacations are made of.

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COSTA RICA Stunning natural rainforests and exotic landscapes make Costa Rica not only a superb romantic getaway, but also an eco-friendly one.

There are so many romantic things to see and do in Costa Rica that it’s hard to know where to start, but be sure to include at least a few of the following - a trip to the Irazu and Poas volcanoes, the romantic La Paz Waterfall and Butterfly Gardens or a tour through the Braulio Carillo National Park. Bond with your loved one as you zip-line through the rainforests or take a rafting trip. Only in Costa Rica can you see big cats in Corcovado National Park, monkeys and turtles in Tortuguero or oodles of orchids in the Monteverde Cloud Forest.

VENICE – ITALY It’s impossible to think Venice without using romance in the same sentence. Make sure to visit this romantic city guaranteed to capture your heart and soul before it finally sinks into the Adriatic Sea. This ancient Italian port city replete with canals, bridges and centuries old buildings are guaranteed to make your romantic heart beat just a little quicker. An evening gondola ride along the Venice canals is an absolute must, as is a stroll around Piazza San Marco, one of the grandest squares in Europe. If you’re still not romanced-out, then head to both the Rialto Bridge and the Bridge of Sighs, where the two of you can declare your undying love once more.

NASSAU – BAHAMAS All Caribbean islands know how to pour on the romance, but for our money, Nassau Paradise Island in the Bahamas not only has the requisite pink sand and turquoise waters, but also offers the greatest variety of places to eat, nightlife and resorts. Stroll the cobblestone streets, indulge in water sports, shop for traditional Bahamian handicrafts or sip cocktails overlooking the ocean.

Whether you want to take a romantic horseback ride or carriage tour, the choice is yours. Check out the changing of the guard, every other Saturday at the Government House, make a trip to the Straw Market to purchase some handmade souvenirs or spend a day sailing the island on one of New Zealand’s former America’s Cup yachts. Then head back to your luxury room and drift off into sweet slumber and perfect Caribbean dreams.

GUANGXI – CHINA Located in the south of China on the Gulf of Tonkin and sharing a border with Vietnam - Guangxi Province enjoys a subtropical climate, lush landscapes and rugged mountains. After visiting the colorful caves, pagodas and former royal complex in the capital Guilin, drift lazily down the river amid otherworldly karst peaks towards Yangshuo. Then visit the dramatic Longsheng rice terraces and sample the region’s famous rice noodles with horse meat and its chili sauce made of fresh chili, garlic and fermented soybeans.

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COVER STORY

SANJJANAA

ARCHANA GALRANI On a rendezvous, Sanjjanaa reveals her journey as a model to becoming an actress and admits to attaining success at a tender age. She admits being a gadget freak and she is the first proud actress in the country to have an official application offered by Apple for ipads and iphones named “Sanjjanaa” Sanjjanaa hails from I am a north Indian. My Dad is from Mumbai and Mom is from Chennai. They settled down in Bangalore, so I was born and bought up there.

When did you decide to get into acting I hated books! I am still doing my BBM final year through correspondence and I wanted to be independent. To be honest, I was lucky initially. I was the biggest tom-boy in my class, back in school. I transformed myself into a model during college days, because I was lean and tall. After that, acting offers haunted me down.

How did your family react to your decision of becoming an actress They never wanted me to be in this field because they had heard only bad things about the film industry. I lived in my grandmother’s house for a few months, during my Kannada debut. My grand mom supported me as I was her favourite. However, today my parents are proud of me and we are a happy family.

Which movie of yours you like the most and why -

Sanjjanaa with Mohan Lal When did you get your first acting project It was an Indian jewellery advertisement, when I was in my 11th standard followed by Fasttrack cooling glass advertisment with John Abraham that really shot to fame.

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Mylaari (with Shivarajkumar) gave me immense satisfaction as an actress and it was also the biggest break I got in the kannada industry.

But I strongly believe “the best is yet to come.”

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How has been your journey so far Post Mylaari, My recent Kannada block buster hit with Shivrajkumar, I am enjoying every bit in this movie industry. Now that I understand the difference between a good and a bad movie, I have genuine friends in the industry and learning to be a better performer. It’s been fun and positively challenging.

Your favourite co-star – There are many to mention, honestly! I don’t judge people by success.

An actor / actress becomes my favourite, only if he/she is good at heart.

In my mind, Shivarajkumar and Trisha are!

Which actor do you dream to work with Shahrukh khan and Rajnikanth are my dream heroes.

Your favourite actress and why It has to be Trisha. I was a kid during the shoot of Bujjigadu, which also stars Prabhas. I learnt a lot from her and she is a very genuine person.

I also look up to Aishwarya Bachchan Rai for managing her carrier so beautifully for 20 great years.

What has been your pillar of strength My positive thinking! And many nice new friends in film industry, lately!

They gave me opinions on what kind of work I should take up and what I should not.

Your future plans I am 22 now! I entered film industry at the age of 17, so I have all the age by my side. For now, I am working on 4 Kannada movies (Narasimha with Ravichandran; Sagar with Prajwal Devaraj; Ondhu Kshanadalli with Tarun Chandra and Rebel with Aditya) and one Malayalam movie with the Malayalam demi god Mammootty titled King and Commissioner directed by Shahji Kailash. I have already had 11 releases in Kannada and Telugu and finally I feel that I am doing the kind of work that I always desired. So it’s just going to be me and my carrier for the next 5 years, at least.

Your fitness secret I hate going to gym. I get bored of gymming the very second day so I Play Batmintton, go for Yoga, dance and Aerobics classes and most importantly; I watch my diet. No carbs after 6 pm!

Beauty products you swear by I love skin creams by Estee Lauder and make-up by Bobby Brown, MAC, Shiseido. But I also use various brands for make-up as we don’t get all the shades we want in a single brand. But I believe in only expensive products when it comes to skin. Because if your face skin is ruined it can never be reversed.

Any particular movie you wish you had done I admire movies like The Dirty Picture and Arundathi. I am a feminist and I want to do a heroine centric movie of that level.

Any plans to enter Bollywood Not really! I am not hunting for offers or knocking doors of Bollywood.

If something substantial and worthy comes my way, I will surely be keen. But for now, my hands are too full and I am concentrating on Malayalam and Kannada movies. I don’t believe in being a ‘jack-of-all and master-of-none’ right now I m thoroughly enjoying the success of my Malayalam mega debut Casanova with Mohan Lal.

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BEAUTY, AT ITS BEST!

By Chandni Parekh

Hit the hotspots, with a fine selection of makeup essentials. A thing of beauty outside, builds confidence within. So why not try high quality beauty products and look the best? Tulip lists down beauty and make-up essentials, every woman should use and carry in her hand bag…

Concealer Models and celebrities work long hours. Yet they do not get dark circles. That is because; make-up pros prep their eye area with a light-reflecting, concealing product.

Every celebrity make up artist swears by YSL Touche Éclat (priced at Rs. 2130 /-) which conceals flaws, hides dark circles, high lightens important bits and leaves skin glowing.

Lipstick Whether you are going for a justkissed look, a glittery pout, a perfectly luscious red effect or a satiny sheer shade; it would all depend on the lipstick that you are wearing.

Dior Rouge Angelique beige lipstick adds volume and is a long wearing colour (priced at Rs. 2125/-) and YSL rouge volume protective pink (priced at Rs. 1730/-).

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Lipgloss Bold lips are big for spring - 2012, which is why Revlon’s new colourburst lip-gloss is just the thing you need. The unique applicator ensures the colour goes on evenly and the micro-crystal formula promises unbelievable shine. Pink ice, golden dust, iced coffee - choose from 18 gorgeous shades (priced at Rs. 475 /-).

Primers A Primer helps give hold to your make-up. Use it after applying moisturizer and allow it to settle on your skin for a few minutes before applying make-up.

M.A.C prep+prime face protection visage is for Rs.1600 /and Clarins instant smooth perfecting touch primer is for Rs 1400 /-.

Eyeshadow A cult product! The body shop shimmer cubes (for Rs.1195/-), offers four shimmery shadows in one box. The browns are so flattering on the Indian skin tone.

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Foundations The right foundation is essential for a beautiful makeup application.

Foundation serves as the canvas for the rest of your makeup and the best ones blend on smoothly and evenly, merging with your skin.

Revlon Color Stay Mousse Make-up Spf 20 (priced at Rs. 1150/-) and the body shop nature’s minerals foundation (priced at Rs. 1145/-).

Mascara All one needs is one lengthening, curling and thickening mascara that maximizes the look of your lashes; with one stroke.

Three must haves of mascara are - length, volume and luscious curly look. Maybelline colossal volume express mascara (priced at Rs. 275/-) creates 9 times the volume of your lashes. Clinique high mascara (priced at Rs. 1075/-) is great for sensitive eyes.

Blush

A good blush must have a smooth texture and even application, should be easy to blend, enliven cheeks with soft to moderate color and have a matte to minimally shiny finish. M.A.C Crème blend blush has a creamy texture which gives a nice tint (priced at Rs.1150/-). M.A.C Quite cute mineralize blush offers a rosy flush and is easy to blend (priced at Rs. 1350/-).

Lakme Earth rose blush trio has silky smooth formula which allows uniform blending (priced at Rs. 600/-).

Eyeliner And Pencils There are so many eyeliners to choose from - pencils, pens, powder liquids and gels. When buying eyeliners; choose one which is soft, works like liquid, glides like silk and which is easy to control.

Lakme black impact liner for Rs. 195/-.

Color bar I define eye pencil for Rs. 225/-.

L’Oreal Kohl mineral powder for Rs. 750/-.

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PRENATAL AND POSTNATAL EXERCISES Although you may not feel like running a marathon, most women benefit greatly from exercising throughout their pregnancies. But during that time, you’ll need to discuss your exercise plans with your doctor or other health care provider early on and make a few adjustments to your normal exercise routine. The level of exercise recommended will depend, in part, on your level of pre-pregnancy fitness…

Is exercise during pregnancy safe?

In general, exercise is safe for women with normal pregnancies who have no pre-existing health problems, but you should always get approval from your doctor before starting any fitness program.

Why should a woman exercise during pregnancy?

According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists It helps reduce backaches, constipation, bloating and swelling.

It gives energy, improves mood and posture, promotes muscle tone, strength and endurance and helps sleep better.

The perfect Pregnancy workout targets specific muscle groups and adds these additional features – Develops mental discpline to control labor pain. Tones lower body to handle the demands of labor and birth. Strengthens your upper body to lift and hold your baby after birth. Increases muscle tone to make it easier to lose weight after the baby is born.

What exercises are safe during pregnancy?

The safest and most productive activities are swimming, brisk walking, indoor stationary cycling, step or elliptical machines and low-impact Aerobics (taught by a certified Aerobics instructor). These activities

‘Firstly, it is important always to consult a Gynecologist before opting for any exercise - pre-natal or post-natal. A pregnant woman can always opt for light work-out exercises like – walking, lower body (particularly hamstring) stretches, and stretching quadriceps and abductor muscles. Light weight training can also be done, but not for more than 10 to 15 minutes.’ – Prenatal health advise. carry little risk of injury, benefit your entire body and can be continued until birth.

Tennis and Racquetball are generally safe activities, but changes in balance during pregnancy may affect rapid movements. Other activities such as jogging can be done in moderation, especially if you were doing them before your pregnancy. You may want to choose exercises or activities which do not require great balance or coordination, especially later in pregnancy.

What exercises should be avoided during pregnancy?

There are certain exercises and activities which can be harmful if performed during pregnancy. They include: • Holding your breath during any activity.

• Activities where falling is likely (such as skiing and horseback riding).

• Sports such as soft-

‘Yoga is something a woman can do during or post pregnancy. There will be hormonal changes. Meditating in silence is advisable throughout pregnancy. In order to lose belly weight after giving birth, diet should contain low-calorie, but high protein food.’

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But wait at least six months be-

weeks - and preferably a few fore you actively try to slim down. And don’t aim to lose more than a pound per week, especially if you are breastfeeding.

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‘Only after 45 – 50 days of giving birth to her child, should a woman start exercising. To being with, they can opt for light abdominal crunches, stretching on the ball and side oblique stretching also. High protein diet is mandatory, as it is essential for the baby too. It is not advisable to involve in Aerobics during or immediately after pregnancy.’

– Postnatal health advise.

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swimming, running or biking.

Starting a diet too soon after giving birth can affect your mood and energy level, as well as your milk supply. If you’re patient and give your body time to do its work, you may be sur-

ball, football, basketball, and volleyball.

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Any exercise that may cause even mild abdominal trauma such as activities that include jarring motions or rapid changes in direction.

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Activities which require extensive jumping, hopping, skipping, bouncing or running.

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Deep knee bends, full sit-ups, double leg raises, and straightleg toe touches.

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Bouncing while stretching.

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Waist-twisting while standing.

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Heavy exercise spurts followed by long periods of no activity.

prised at how much weight you lose naturally.

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Exercise in hot, humid weather.

You should stop exercising immediately, no matter what your fitness levels are, if you have any of the following signs -

movements

What’s the best way to lose weight after giving birth?

The best way to burn those pregnancy pounds is to do some form of Aerobic exercises to get your heart-rate up, such as - brisk walking,

Warning signs during exercise -

• Dizziness • Faintness • Headaches • Shortness of breath • • Uterine contractions • Vaginal bleeding or fluid leaking • • Heart palpitations.

BENEFITS OF PRENATAL YOGA Yoga is also beneficial because it helps you learn to breathe deep and relax, which will come in handy as you face the physical demands of labor, birth and motherhood. In fact, one of the first things you learn in a yoga class is how to breathe fully. The breathing technique known as ujjayi requires you to take in air slowly through your nose, filling your lungs and exhale completely until your stomach compresses.

Learning how to do ujjayi breathing primes you for labor and childbirth by training you to stay calm when you need it most. When you’re in pain or afraid, your body produces adrenalin and may produce less Oxytocin, a hormone that makes labor progress. A regular yoga practice will help you fight the urge to tighten up when you feel pain and show you how to relax instead.

The benefits of yoga aren’t limited to your physical well-being. Taking a prenatal yoga class is a great way to meet other pregnant women — to become part of a community.

Being in a positive, supportive environment with others like you can give you a regular emotional boost and keep you motivated to continue exercising.

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ALL FOR THE TWO!

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Special Valentine Recipes…

Valentine’s Day is the day for love. The food eaten should be light, fresh and interesting. Below mentioned are a few signature dishes from Master Chef India – SMITA DUGAR. The tomato corn soup is fresh and hot (tomatoes are also known as love apples). The zesty pepper dip is punchy and flavorful. Fruit and nut pilaf is filling without being heavy and you cannot end a Valentine meal without strawberries in your dessert. Needless to say, all the recipes are for two...

TOMATO CORN SOUP Ingredients 4 Tomatoes, ½ onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 small potato, 1 stem celery 2 tbs boiled corn, few leaves of basil, 2 tbs butter, ½ tsp pepper ½ tsp sugar, salt to taste Method of preparation – In a pressure cooker, boil the tomato, onion, garlic, potato and celery with 1 cup of water. Strain. Heat the soup with the butter, sugar, salt and pepper. Adjust the consistency by adding water. Serve in 2 bowls with a tbs of corn in the centre and few basil leaves shredded on top.

ZESTY PEPPER DIP Ingredients 2 roasted bell pepper red, 2 garlic cloves chopped fine. ½ tsp ground cumin, ¼ tsp jalapeno peppers chopped.

1 tsp lime juice, ¼ cup cilantro, ¼ cup onions chopped.

1 cup cream cheese (hung curd), salt and pepper to taste.

Method of preparation – Deseed and peel the red pepper. Chop it very finely. Mix with all other ingredients. Serve with toasted bread, crackers, salt biscuits, nachos and chips (all or any of the above).

FRUIT AND NUT PILAF Ingredients 4 cups boiled rice, ¼ cup boiled peas, ¼ cup diced and blanched carrots, ¼ cup diced and blanched beans, ¼ cup chopped pineapple ¼ cup cashew-nut fried, ¼ cup raisins, 2 tsp lemon juice, 1 tbs coriander, 1 tbs mint, ½ cup cream, 1 tbs ghee, Pinch of saffron (soaked in 1 tbs milk) 2-3 black peppercorns, 2 cloves, 1 green cardamom ½” piece of cinnamon, ½ tsp jeera, Salt to taste Method of preparation – Add saffron to rice and toss gently. Heat ghee. Add the jeera and the peppercorns, cardamom, cinnamon and cloves. Add rice, vegetables, pineapple, cashew-nuts, raisins, lemon juice and salt. Toss gently. Take off the heat. Now add the mint, coriander and cream. Pour into an ovenproof dish, cover with foil and heat in the oven for 20 minutes at 170*. Serve hot.

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STRAWBERRY SURPRISE BELLINI Ingredients –

Ingredients – 1 cup strawberries chopped (reserve 2 for garnish)

4 tbs of fresh peas puree. chilled champagne to top.

100 gms. sponge cake

2 peach slices to decorate.

½ cup sprite

2 champagne glasses to serve.

1 cup of whipped cream

Method of preparation -

Mint sprigs for garnish

Pour 2 tbs of peach puree in each glass. Top with chilled Champagne. Put a slice of peach on the rim of glass and serve.

Method of preparation -

1 tbs strawberry jam

Mix the jam with 1 tbs of hot water and put in the chopped strawberries. In a tulip glass, put ½ the cake chopped in ½” pc. Soak with about ¼ cup of Sprite. Top with chopped strawberries and then with cream. Garnish with a whole strawberry and mint leaves.

Repeat once more in one more tulip glass.

BURANI RAITA (with fruit and nut pilaf) Ingredients – 2 cups curd, 1 clove garlic, 1 tsp coriander leaves, 1 tsp mint leaves 1/2 green chilly, Salt to taste Method of preparation – Whip the curd. In a mortar and pestle crush together chilly, garlic, mint and coriander. Mix with the curd. Add salt to taste. Mix thoroughly. Chill and serve with the pilaf.

NEW ICECREAM PARLOUR IN TOWN

Cream & Fudge offers freshly made, super premium smooth ice-creams, with the finest Swiss recipes. After the customers select their favourite flavours of ice-creams, it is then hand-folded together their choice of including nuts, fruits, candies and fudge on a frozen marble stone. They provide all their customers the means to enjoy their favourite ice-cream creations in a fun and indulgent environment. From handfolded innovative ice-cream delights, to using the highest quality nuts, fruits, candies and fudge; each customer receives the highest quality products and an ultimate experience. The outlet also offers take-away facility in the form of pints and cakes.

Address : Road No. 36, Jubilee Hills.

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HYDERABAD PRIMEVAL

By Aditya Tej

Looking back to the copious culture and the days gone by…

Much to my retrospection and as one may feel, a few even today sport that distinctive Hyderabadi laidback attitude and lifestyle, which are addictive likewise! What I am also getting at is, many of the city’s archaic wonders and attractions have remained unaffected till this modern day which certainly is more than a matter of admiration. The efforts rendered in asserting the same, chime in every inch of a construction. Let us take a look at the history less known, the people who mattered the most, why time went by so slow during those days and of course, life of a true Nizami –

ANCIENT HISTORY Before the city’s actual historical, the area where Hyderabad would ultimately be established was under the rule of several kingdoms, including those of Buddhist and Hindu royalty. It came under rule by the kings of the Chalukya kingdom, whose feudal chieftains - the Kakatiyas, splintered off to create their new kingdom and established it around Warangal. In 1321 AD, the Sultanate of Delhi under the command of Muhammad Bin Tughluq brought Warangal to its knees, resulting in anarchy in the whole region. The next few decades saw the battles for supremacy for the region among the Bahmani Sultanate, the Masunuri Nayakas and the Vijayanagara Rayas, which finally ended with the Bahmani Sultanate exerting control by the middle of the 15th century.

MUHAMMAD QULI QUTB SHAH (1580 – 1611) FOUNDER OF HYDERABAD…

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he fifth sultan of the Qutb Shahi Dynasty of Golkonda in South India! He was the one to build Charminar as well in 1591 AD, shortly after he had shifted his capital to Golkonda, to what now known as Hyderabad. An able administrator, his reign and legacy was considered one of the high points in his dynasty. After ascending his throne at a young age of just 17, he ruled for around 30 years. He was the only one to design and model the city of Hyderabad completely, on his words – ‘unparalleled in the world and a replica of heaven itself.’

Charminar is the exact replica of tombs of Martyrs - Hasan and Hussain at Karbala, known as Taboot, which is considered very sacred. While laying the foundation stone of Charminar, Md. Quli Qutub Shah prayed for welfare of the people in their contemplated new city. The structure of Charminar comprises four tall and massive minarets connected to each other by four high arches and this resembles the archetypal

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triumphal arch. This beautiful colossus in granite, lime, mortar and pulverized marble, was at one time the heart of the city.

Primarily, the wondrous monument with its four arches was so proportionately planned that the beautiful Charminar monument could be impressively seen from the top of Golconda fort. One could even catch a glimpse of the bustling Hyderabad city as these Charminar arches were facing the most active royal ancestral streets.

Muhammad Quli built Charminar to commemorate the start of building construction works for his new city of Hyderabad. He was said to have prayed for the end of a plague epidemic that was ravaging his city and vowed to build a masjid at a place nearby, where he was praying. The epidemic ended soon afterwards and Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah ordered the construction of the Makkah Masjid in 1596. This great tribute looks sturdy and solid from a distance but as one moves closer, it emerges as an elegant and romantic edifice proclaiming its architectural eminence in all its detail and dignity. Charminar looks equally spectacular at night when it is illuminated. Apart from being the core of the city’s cultural milieu, it has become a brand name. Each minaret has four stories, marked by a delicately carved ring around the minaret.

Unlike the Taj Mahal, Charminar’s four fluted minarets are built into the main structure. Inside the minarets 149 winding steps guide the visitor to the top floor, the highest point one can reach, which provides a panoramic view of the city.

The State of Hyderabad (1724-1956) was made a part of Mughal Empire in 1680s. It became a province in 1724 and was controlled by the Nizams. It became a princely state of British India in 1798. In 1947, when India’s partition took place, the Nizam of Hyderabad decided not to join India or Pakistan. In September 1948, Indian army invaded the state and merged into Indian union. The map of Hyderabad again changed in 1956, during the reorganization of Indian states and was divided into Andhra (later Andhra Pradesh) and Bombay state (later Bombay state was split into Maharashtra and Gujarat) and Mysore State (later renamed as Karnataka). The 232 years of Nizam Dominion had come to an end.

HILL FORT PALACE The young prince of Nizam VII - Moazzam Jah, used to reside in the spectacular Hill Palace, which was built in the year 1915 by Sir Nizamat Jung. Sir Nizamat Jung (an asthma-patient), was advised to live in open confines, in a dust-free environment. The prince then built this palace, with an amazing view of the Hussain Sagar Lake and the Bella House, built in 1905. The cost of the palace came to around one lac rupees, which was a huge amount at that time. After Sir Nizamat Jung’s decision to live a more sober life, as a result of his visit to Mecca, he decided to sell his property to Hyderabad’s Nizam at a price of Rupees, which was the cost of its construction. Later, the Junior Prince used to stay in the palace with his wife, Niloufer, niece of the last caliph of Turkey.

The Prince was a poet and it is well reflected in the poetic ambience of the palace with its nocturnal courts. The palace served as an office for the Development Commissioner of Hyderabad, for some time and was later in 1955, converted into a hotel under Ritz group of hotels.

MAKKAH MASJID It is one of the oldest mosques in Hyderabad. It is a listed heritage building in the old city of Hyderabad close to the historic landmarks of –

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Quli Qutb Shah personally laid the foundation stone of the mosque.

The construction was later completed by Mughal Emperor Aurangazeb after conquering Hyderabad. At the peak of the minarets flanking the mosque is an arched gallery and above that a smallish dome and a spire.

OSMAN ALI KHAN The Exalted Highness...

The Nizam is widely believed to have remained as the richest man in South Asia until his death in 1967, though his fortunes fell to US$1 billion by then and became a subject of multiple legal disputes between bitterly fighting rival descendants.

His wealth included a vast private treasury. Its coffers were said to contain £100m in gold and silver bullion and a further £400m of jewels. Among them was the fabulously rare Jacob diamond, valued at £60m today and used by the Nizam as a paperweight. There were pearls, too – enough to pave Piccadilly – hundreds of race horses, thousands of uniforms, tonnes of royal regalia and Rolls-Royces by the dozen. He built the Hyderabad House in Delhi which is now used for diplomatic meetings by the Government of India.

EIGHT QUTUB SHAHI RULERS Sultan Quli Qutb-ul-Mulk (1518 – 1543) Jamsheed Quli Qutub Shah (1543 – 1550) Subhan Quli Qutub Shah Ibrahim Quli Qutub Shah (1550 – 1580) Muhammad Quli Qutub Shah (1580 – 1612) Muhammad Qutub Shah (1612 - 1626 Abdullah Qutub Shah (1626 – 1672) Abul Hasan Tana Shah (1672 – 1687)

SEVEN ASAF JAH RULERS Mir Qamaruddin Chin Qilij Han – Nizam I Nizam Ali Khan – Nizam II Mir Akbar Ali Khan Sikander Jah – Nizam III Mir Farkhunda Ali Khan Nasir-ud-Daula – Nizam IV Mir Tahniat Ali Khan Afzal-ud-Daula – Nizam V Mir Mahboob Ali Khan – Nizam VI Mir Osman Ali Khan – Nizam VII FEBRUARY, 2012 45

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MODERN HISTORY RISE OF THE NIZAMS

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n 1724, Mir Qamar-ud-Din Siddiqi was granted the title of Nizam-ulMuk (meaning Administrator of the Realm) by the Mughal emperor as viceroy tasked to oversee parts of the Mughal Empire in behalf of the emperor. He intermittently ruled under the title of Asaf Jah and defeated a rival official in order to establish control over Hyderabad.

During this time, viceroys and governors of Hyderabad have gained

a considerable autonomy from the seat of power at Delhi and when the Mughal Empire finally crumbled down in the mid 18th century, the young Asaf Jah declared himself independent and the dynasty of the Nizams was established. It would not take long before the Nizams quickly surpassed the Mughals in the domination of the southern parts of India, with their dominion hitting as high as 125 million acres (roughly 510,000 square kilometers). In the two centuries that the Nizams ruled over Hyderabad, there were a total of seven Nizams, excluding the 13 years where the three sons of Asaf Jah I ruled after him;

the three sons were not officially recognized as rulers (and thus, did not get the title of Nizam). During these two centuries, Hyderabad saw immense growth again, both culturally and economically. It finally became the capital with the old one - Golconda, becoming all but abandoned. Hyderabad’s cultural glory was again established, especially since the Nizams themselves were great patrons of literature, art, architecture and food. The Nizams themselves were counted as among the wealthiest people in the world; in fact, the last Nizam is ranked as the fifth wealthiest people in the history of the world today, with his fortune at its highest pinned at US$225 billion, adjusted to today’s value.

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When the British and French took hold over most of India, the Nizams played a delicate game of balance and subterfuge. They allied themselves with each side at different times, playing an important role in the wars involving Tipu Sultan, the French and the British. The Nizams

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sides. Breakdown in law and order soon followed, with fights between the supporters of the Nizam and the supporters of Congress. As the violence spiraled out of control, the newly established Indian government initiated a police action called Operation Polo. On September 16, 1948, the Indian army moved in to the state of Hyderabad in five fronts.

Five days later, the Nizam’s army surrendered and the Nizam signed the Instrument of Accession, integrating Hyderabad into the Indian union as a state.

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SALAR JUNG MUSEUM It is the third largest museum in India housing the biggest one-man collections of antiques in the world! It is well known throughout India for its prized collections belonging to different civilizations dating back to the 1st century. Nawab Mir Yousuf Ali Khan Salar Jung III (1889-1949), former Prime Minister of the seventh Nizam, spent a substantial amount of his income over thirty five years to make this priceless collection, his life’s passion. The collections left behind in his ancestral palace, ‘Diwan

eventually won the friendship of the western invaders without giving up their powers. As a result, Hyderabad was still ruled by a Nizam and it became the largest princely state of India. As a princely state, Hyderabad had its own currency, railways, mint and postal system. The citizens enjoyed no income tax. When India finally gained its independence in 1947, the Nizam at that time made known his intention to become independent, either by gaining dominion status by the British Empire or as a sovereign ruler. The Nizam signed a Standstill Agreement with the Indian Union which, by this time, had surrounded him on all

Deodi’ were formerly exhibited there as a private museum which was inaugurated by Jawaharlal Nehru in 1951. Old timers believe that the present collection constitutes only half of the original art wealth collected by Salar Jung III. His employees siphoned off part of it, since Salar Jung was a bachelor and depended upon his staff to keep a vigil.

CHARMINAR AND GOLKONDA Well, the city now is not the way it was before. Not one bit in any aspect! Right from political laws, principles to personal lifestyles, things have all changed. The city of pearls underwent transformation! Charminar these days is identified more like a shopping destination during festive seasons, particularly during Ramadan, when most of the places to shop at, are open till wee hours - with the ancient layout of a few spots dominated by an ordinary man’s everyday necessities, for a living.

Visiting here after sunset is a sheer visual delight as the lanes are well decorated with funky streetlights. A few believe that there is nothing that one cannot find at Charminar. The place is more crowded, noisy and one can also find delicious, regional fast food. Not-too-healthy as one may consider, but people have been enjoying delicacies like – Chaat, Biryanis, Mirchi Bajjis, Jalebis and other. Golkonda fort is one of a kind too! One can get a dramatic view of it when visited after sunset – with lights of different colours emerging out, through every door and window.

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AN AURA, UNTO LOVE

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By Aditya Tej

alentines’ Day is what February is made of! Planning romantic surprises for loved ones / spouses; right from the start of this month is something we do naturally.

The way this day makes us feel is something mere words can’t express. So special an occasion we look forward to, with a hope to make it a memory cherished forever...

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Love only grows by sharing. You can have it more for yourself, only by giving it away…

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You do not judge the one you really love. It’s a journey through which; we lose and we find ourselves, all over again…

Everyday should be a day to love, to show someone how much you love and care. It is in the small things - a hug, a smile or doing something which makes them happy. Valentines’ Day could also be a day of saying thank you to the one you love. Not necessarily in spoiling them with a romantic dinner or by presenting most expensive gifts, but by just making time - to sit, talk, maybe cuddle, forgetting about time and worries for a few hours and making it extraordinary with memories. We are so engrossed into our professional lives these days (a little too much than we should) – spending time together is something which is really needed. Each second of life is a blessing and a miracle for people who are truly in love. Time, patience, love and words of affection are the most precious things to gift your loved ones, which is like giving a part of your life which cannot be taken back. Being in love is such a phase that the happiness of the person you love, is essential for your own happiness.

It comes to my mind that why do lovers want one day, when they express their love and think that’s the only day; when love is always in the air? I feel – love exists in each and every moment we spend with our loved ones. We must show our love to the fullest and be grateful for their presence in our lives, which makes it a whole lot beautiful. So why not close your eyes and imagine how beautiful your world is in the presence of your loved one and why not appreciate it, always? If love is deep and genuine, there exists a constant burning desire within for that one we love and it lasts forever.

Therefore, according to me; more than a day of love, it has to remain for a lifetime.

Life, as we know goes on and will keep going on. What we treasure the most; are the memories we share with our loved one(s) and not letting the rush of life nor its lows and highs take over.

These days, we observe Valentines’ Day with a different eye. So much that we wish our immediate family members and close friends as well. There is something about this day! One who does not have a Valentine, but is in love with someone; silently visualize spending time with her/him, on this day – and this is one of the sweetest factors. Being in love is the most beautiful gift one could hold. Through love, we live in a different world altogether and look at things around us with a milder and a beautiful perspective. We carry a mindset entirely different and feel more confident about ourselves. It’s amazing the way time flies by when we are in love, which otherwise is a matter of intolerance. Even the worst of times or longest of days, seem so easy to handle. A pain while walking longer distance turns into a pleasure, as the magic of being in love overpowers any hurdle. Love makes you do things which you wouldn’t do otherwise and things which you normally hate doing. It is the only gift one can present and receive the same in return. We do just anything for the one we love! There is always someone in your life refusing to leave your heart – as they are in for a purpose and are meant to stay forever.

We welcome someone in our lives, not to make them fall in love with us, but to let them feel that they are so much worth loving…

Celebrate Valentines Eve with your loved one at Haldi - Candle lit dinner and wine. Love in the air!

A perfect setting to express your love – under the canvas of a star lit sky, exotic food coupled with sparkling wine!

For bookings, contact - Novotel Hyderabad Airport, Ph No. 66250000.

For bookings, contact – Hyderabad Marriott & Convention Centre, Ph No. 27522226.

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TAKE ON VALENTINES in y is for the freshly fallen ‘Who says Valentines’ Da s ade dec two n tha re mo d for love? I have been marrie hus my now, yet every year; like it ate ebr cel band and I a we just got married. As day ritual, we welcome the and with blooming roses o wh se tho all So . a dinner h fres up s end ge rria ma say all are y the romance, I say stories of past’ – Babita for Parsva.

‘We always love our dear ones! This day makes it more special; as we give words and time to those we love and celebrate.

This day, I wish to come home early from work. Bina and I would love to indulge in a little bit of shopping. We both drive to one of the restaurants recollecte and we had together. We din ing the good memories me ho my at e rac ter en in the op drive back home and sit se stars the t, tha l fee We rs. sta talking and looking at the to our s and are the witnesses add sparkles to our live love’ – Vikram for Bina.

It’s been almost a decade since we first met. We me t through our parents and connected at the firs t meeting itself. Sounds quaint, but you can call it - love at first sight!

Valentines’ Day has alw ays been close to my heart and I look for ward to the flowers and gifts I receive and the gifts I carefully choose and pre sent to my husband. We have this tradition of just the two of us going on a long drive in the nig ht and find a quiet corner, where we cut a cak e and sip some wine. I rem ember my husband get ting me a humong ous bouquet once, which I could bar ely hold. We do attend par ties too, dre ssed in red.

Romance is something that should never die. I am looking for ward to the Valentines’ Day this yea r, as I always do. Guess I am a die-ha rd romantic.

There is no remedy for love but to love more’. – Sahiba for Kunwar.

‘V Day is always special!

I plan a few days prior to the occ asion. I first tell my fiancée that I will not be in town. Then at 12:00 - February 14th; I just drop into her house with lots of balloo ns, flowers and gifts. This time, we plan to have a lavish lunch together with some wine, at a nic e pool side restaurant. A specia l surprise to her again in the eve ning - a nice dinner with sparkling champagne! This is how I wis h to celebrate this year. I always try my best to make hap py. I just want to say that I love her, all my life’ – Jay for Ranbir.

‘The actual Saint Valentine was a Saint of the Catholic Church who died a martyr’s death it’s a holy-day in hono r of a man of great faith and perseverance. Now, that is worth celebrating’ – Scott for Suz zanne.

erful! Ruchita is the ‘It has always been wond iatives in making it one who takes more init g. After marriage, as more special and excitin en great and there is be we live together; it has This year, Ruchita has a deeper bonding now.

– a baby boy. So my given me the best gift of our celebrations. A son will also be a par t ht stay at a resort, is rnig nice gift and an ove Valentines’ Day’ our idea of celebrating this – Sanjay for Ruchita.

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‘Valentines’ Day has grown over popular the years in India. Red colour considered is more significant and it indicates love. It is popular among youth as well as the older generation. As always; I am looking for ward to celyear with my Husband ebrating Valentines this opportunit y to plan and would use this as an or out of city. Though a small outing, either in ople to spend qualpe for it is an opportunit y l moments with their ity time and revive specia feel that every day is a loved ones, I personally are truly in love with le Valentines’ Day, if peop Kamal. each other’ – Monica for

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IN VOGUE

CAMPUS BUZZ

By Chandni Parekh

Stylish, trendy yet very casual is the new college fashion mantra. Lots of bright colours, bold and big with a carefree attitude are in. Here are a few must have college trends for all you stylish girls out there...

Winter is one of the best seasons to dress up and flaunt off all your chic jackets. But this winter is not about boring hooded jackets. This year, winter has ultra stylish quilted jackets, trench coats and shrugs. Shrugs of all sorts - long, short or cropped in bright colours like blue, red and pink are very fast catching. Even woolen shrugs and jackets are very chic.

Rugged and worn out denims are a few things which will never go out of fashion. We have seen all the Bollywood beauties from Kareena Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra to Deepika Padukone wear them and they are favourites in the campus as well. You can either buy rugged jeans or cut out an old pair of jeans - both ways to make it look equally stylish.

Geek glasses are another big fashion trend among girls. Don’t be frightened to mix geek glasses with other styles as well. Urban or hippie - whatever your flavour is, the glasses will work with it all. Just let the glasses do the talking!

the age old famous fashion accessories. Threaded bangles are new among college going girls. You find them in huge colourful variety and such bangles go well with all sorts of ensembles.

Big bags too, are highly chosen accessories among teens. Not only do they help in carrying all your books and makeup, but also makes you look more stylish. Big bags in bold colours like red, orange or bright pink are in vogue along with multi-coloured prints and patch work.

Wedged flip-flops are must haves in a college goer’s wardrobe. They are comfortable, yet easy to wear.

They are a perfect blend of casual and glam.

Wear bright! Feel and flaunt the season’s best and always remember to keep it simple and stylish!

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DAZZLING JEWELS Jewellery has always been one of the most important factors in a bride’s outfit. It adds a beautiful finishing touch to your wedding look, and while your dress and veil will be boxed up after your big day, your bridal jewellery will become a keepsake for years to come and should be something you can wear time and time again. But where do you start? Here are our top tips when it comes to choosing your bridal jewellery...

STRAPLESS DRESS

The neckline on a strapless dress is a blank canvas when it comes to choosing your bridal jewellery, as any style of jewellery will complement it. However, it is important to consider any detailing and embellishment on your gown and jewellery which won’t distract from it. Our suggestion for a heavily detailed dress would be not to wear a necklace but to go for a pair of statement earrings with a matching bracelet instead.

SPAGHETTI STRAP DRESS

With spaghetti strap dresses, the straps and the shape they make across your shoulders, are the key features of the design. So it is important to choose a necklace, which compliments them rather than distracts from them. A delicate pendant necklace teamed with a beautifully elegant bracelet would be our top recommendation.

BOLERO/SHRUG OVER DRESS

If you are going to wear a bolero or shrug with your dress, we would recommend choosing a pair of beautiful statement earrings and a gorgeous multistrand bracelet for the perfect bridal jewellery.

However, if you are intending to remove your bolero or shrug at some point during the day, why not swap your earrings for a dramatic necklace to transform your look from day to evening?

OFF-THE-SHOULDER DRESS

There is a lot of décolletage on show with this style of dress so you don’t really have much for your bridal jewellery to compete with. You could therefore go for any style you wish. However, always bear in mind the level of detail on the dress. For a very simple dress with little or no embroidery, we would recommend a delicate necklace teamed with matching earrings, to compliment the simplicity.

SCOOP NECK DRESS

A scoop-neck on a dress is another versatile choice when it comes to choosing your bridal jewellery, as all necklace shapes will compliment the neckline.

Our favourites for a scoop-neck dress would be a dramatic pendant drop necklace teamed with a single-strand pearl bracelet, which will complete your wedding look perfectly and elegantly.

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SWEETHEART DRESS

With a sweetheart neckline, the neckline is almost an accessory in itself and flatters the bride’s neck and shoulders beautifully on its own. One therefore has to be careful not to over-accessorise it with elaborate bridal jewellery and instead complement the shape. A sweetheart bodice looks stunning with a pendant necklace and matching earrings, which mirror the shape of the neckline.

Mangatrai Pearl & Jewellery Opp. Shanbhag Hotel, Basheer Bagh, Ph : 23233305 Tia Shop No 8, Ground Floor Ahuja Estate, Abids, Ph : 24751548 P.Satyanarayan & Sons Road No 36, Jubilee Hills Ph : 66776688 Khazana Jewellery 6-3-885/7 Sapphire Square, Somajiguda.

Ph : 66639900 Mje 6-3-679, Elite plaza, Panjagutta.

Ph : 23415111 BR Diamond House 22, Durga Nagar Colony, Panjagutta.

Ph : 23411380 Sree Raj Jewellers 1-6-56, Gandhi Statue, M.G Road, Secunderabad.

Ph : 27812350 PMJ Gems and Jewellers 8-2-674/6/1/A, Road No 13 Banjara Hills.

Ph : 23300653 Tibarumal Jewellery 8-2-608/19, Plot No 107, Road No 10 Banjara Hills.

Ph : 23384555

Meena Jewellers Babu Khan Estate, Basheer Bagh Ph : 223237170 Manoj Jewels 7-1-58, Concourse House, Ameerpet.

Ph : 66417940 Musaddilal Jewellers 5-9-57/5,6,7, Basheerbagh X Road, Ph : 23235554 C’Tara Diamond & Jewellery Suite 202, Babukhan Mall, Somajiguda Ph : 30788551 Tibarumals Jewellers 5-9-59/2, Deccan Towers, Basheerbagh.

Ph : 23237034 Tibarumal Gems & Jewels 4&5 Lumbini Jewel Mall, Road No 2, Banjara Hills.

Ph : 40329900 Vajraj Jewels G-5, Lal Bungalow, Ameerpet, Ph : 66104333 Amaravati 6-3-68-10-A, Regency House, Panjagutta.

Ph : 23408374 MBS Jewellers Pvt. Ltd 5-9-45, Basheerbagh.

Ph : 23219999 Josalukkas Panjagutta.

Ph : 23404567

Sheema sparkled in her diamond and ruby jewellery along with polki maang tika.

Nikitha Reddy looked traditional in her diamond necklace and chumkis along with kamarband/ patka. The jewelry was handcrafted with diamonds, emerald gem stones and south-sea pearl drops.

Aanchal Gupta looked stunning in her grand jadau necklace and rani haar with matching chandeliers, maang tikka and ruby, adding to the grace.

Sneha Reddy - diamond necklace with a hint of gem stones (ruby & emerald) and pearls.

Sridevi looked stunning in her diamond and deep emerald neck piece and matching chandeliers and maang tika.

Sheetal Zaveri - looked royal, as she adorns her ethnic ensemble along with gold jewels - rakdri/ mang tika, kada, bajuband and nathali (nose).

Harshit sports her ethnic kundan necklace set.

Diksha looked fine in a sober diamond necklace set.

Bindumadhavi looks elegant in her diamond choker necklace and danglers.

Shagufta - ethnic Almas necklace set and matching maang tika.

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FEATURE Neha - in her Nizami choker, chumkis, jhoomer and bracelet - diamonds in combination with emeralds and south-sea pearls.

Lakshmi - humungous diamond choker, with emerald gem stone.

Compiled by : Juhi Sethi (Orafa)

Jewellery Technologist & Luxury Specialist FEBRUARY, 2012 53

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WONDERS OF HYDERABAD

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yderabad, besides known ubiquitously as the Biryani capital of the world; is also considered as a city of prominent landmarks and historic identities. This article picks out the places which strike our minds when we think about Hyderabad…

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Then to Now…

By Aditya Tej

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TARAMATI BARADARI Taramati Baradari pavilion has 12 doorways and was constructed to allow cross ventilation and is one of the most indigenous techniques to have been used at that time. The open pavilion includes other facilities like an air-cooled theatre with capacity of 500 people, open-air auditorium with capacity of 1600 people, Banquet Hall with capacity of 250, and multi-cuisine restaurant. The monument itself is comprised of a music hall with twelve entrance ways that served as the auditorium. 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. 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.

BIRLA MANDIR CHARMINAR – Jewel of Hyderabad

Often called Arc De Triomphe of the East, Charminar was built by Mohammad Quli Qutub Shah. The great monument is a synonym for Hyderabad and the pivot around which the glory and history of the city has developed. Well it won’t be wrong to say that this 400 year old city of Hyderabad will seem incomplete without the Charminar the same way as Moscow without the Kremlin or New York without the Statue of Liberty. At the very first look and from a distance Charminar would seem to be sturdy and solid but as moving near it would emerge as an elegant and romantic edifice ready to mesmerize every spectator with its architectural brilliance and eminence. Charminar has become a true brand name of beauty.

The temple manifests a blend of South Indian Rajasthani and Utkala temple architectures. In its entirety, it is made of 2000 tons of pure Rajasthani white marble. The granite of the presiding deity is about 11 ft (3.4 m) tall and a carved lotus forms an umbrella on the roof. There is a brass flagstaff in the temple premises which rises to a height of 42 ft (13 m). The temple complex overlooking the southern side of Hussain Sagar offers a magnificent panoramic view of the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. It presents a colorful and spectacular sight when illuminated at night. The intricate carvings of the temple, the ceiling and the mythological figures are a standing testimony to the dexterity and sculptural excellence of the craftsmen. Beautiful scenes from the great epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata are finely sculpted in pure white marble. Lotus shaped canopy at the top of the idol is again done in marble and looks stunning.

GOLCONDA Golconda is the name given to a city in India which was formerly a center of the diamond trade. Golconda also denotes a rich mine or any source of great wealth. Golconda Fort epitomizes the opulent new culture of the time. The fort is considered as a hallmark of excellence in military architecture. Golconda Fort is one of the grandest forts in India. It is also considered as one of India`s most outstanding fortresses and it epitomizes the Nawabi culture and military architecture due to the bulk of the ruins of this fort that date from the time of the Qutub Shahi kings, who had ruled this area in the 16th and 17th century. The defenses of this fort were so strong that no known attack of the time could penetrate its strong fortifications. Though this fort in a state of shambles it yet continues to mystify everyone with its architecture and historical significance.

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TAJ FALAKNUMA PALACE Falak-numa literally means Like The Sky or Mirror of the Sky in Urdu. It is one of those very few seven star hotels and is tipped to be one of the grandest of all palace hotels in India. Ten years of extensive and sensitive renovations have infused new life into this precious jewel which has been passed on for generations. A historical landmark and once the residence of the sixth Nizam Mehboob Ali Khan, The Taj Falaknuma Palace now offers a tranquil oasis for discerning travelers. Nestled amidst 32 acres of land, this rare blend of Italian and Tudor design is famous for its opulent architecture. Its exquisite, yet distinct, guestrooms and suites offer a glimpse of imperial lifestyle. With its close proximity to important landmarks, and major thoroughfares, it is the perfect choice for both the business traveler to this technology hub, or for the visitor seeking to uncover the city’s fascinating history.

QUTB SHAHI TOMBS Nowhere in the world are there so many tombs in one place as here. You will find more than 20 tombs at one place, these tombs are famous as Seven Tombs. These tombs erected in memory of the departed kings of Golconda are truly magnificent monuments that have stood the test of time and the vagaries of nature. These imposing marvels of architectural excellence stand as solemn reminders of the grandeur and glory of Golconda and the great kings who are buried here. These tombs mark a unique architectural style which is a mixture of Persian, Pathan and Hindu forms. Thae arcades on all the sides and the pointed arches add to their beauty and grace. The galleries of the smaller tombs are of a single storey while the larger ones are two storied.

In the centre of each tomb is a sarcophagus which overlies the actual burial vault in a crypt below. The domes were originally overlaid with blue and green tiles, of which only a few pieces now remain. The tombs were once furnished with carpets, chandeliers and velvet canopies on silver poles. Qurans were kept on supports and readers recited verses from the holy book at regular intervals. Golden spires were fitted over the tombs of the Sultans to distinguish their tombs from those of other members of the royal family.

RAJIV GANDHI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT RGIA is the second public-private partnership venture in the Indian airports, the first being the Cochin International Airport. For the financial year 2010-11, it was the sixth busiest airport in the country in terms of international and overall passenger traffic. The airport has been named amongst the world’s top five in the annual Airport Service Quality (ASQ) passenger survey along with the ones at Seoul, Singapore, Hong Kong and Beijing. In 2010, Hyderabad airport was ranked among the top airports of the world in the airport services quality (ASQ) by the global body, Airports Council International (ACI). It retained the number one position for the second year in a row among 49 airports handling 5-15 million passengers per annum (mppa).

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PUTTING YOUR BEST

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FASHION

FOOT FORWARD!

By Chandni Parekh

It’s no secret that women adore shoes. When you are blue, buying a new pair is an instant mood lifter. When you feel great, you make a trip to the shoe store in celebration. And on special occasions, you must have something special to wear. TULIP brings you the best of this season. They are just the ticket to add a hint of excitement to your wardrobe...

BUCKLED BOOTS - They are here to stay!

These boots are great for pairing with everything from a Sunday brunch with your denims and white top to your LBD on your girls’ night out. They are definitely the kind you would want to show off!

PUMPS - Pumps are popular and would never go out of fashion.

Right pair of pumps are the most versatile ones, in your closet. And when it is about pumps, you would be spoilt for choice from classic black, round or pointy toes to metallic velvet and glittery. The list is endless!

STRAPPY – These are equivalent of jeans and for a good reason they work for different occasions and a number of outfits. You can wear them for shopping at mall or a day out with you family, to a movie or to any dressy party.

LEOPARD PRINTS - Want to stand out in a sea of solid-colored shoes? Check out some footwear adorned in one of this season’s prints - leopard! If you are looking to create a bold look or just want to add a little something extra to an everyday outfit, leopard print is the way to do it. Plus, with all of the cute styles out right now, it’s hard not to find a pair of leopard shoes which match your personal aesthetic.

SUEDE FLATS - Looking for a not-so-basic pair of flats? Try a pair in this season’s must-have fabric - suede. This soft and pretty material makes for a great pair of stylish flats you can carry throughout. There are so many options out there right now in regards to colours and styles. So you are sure to find your perfect pair!

NUDE WEDGES - Sexier than a sneaker and offering more comfort and support than a pair of spindly heel. Nude wedges are the shoes of the moment where casual chic comfort meet fashion. The glory of nude wedges is that they will go with anything in your wardrobe.

COLOURED AND PRINTED STILETTO - Orange is the new purple and for the season. For all those bold enough to try, lizard-skin shoes are totally in vogue and all those who don’t want to go bold - nudes and pastels are the best ones around.

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KINSHIP

WALKING DOWN THE AISLE TOGETHER

By Aditya Tej

On an up-close interview, shy but adorable couple - DIVYA and KAPIL KATARA talk to TULIP about how and where they met first before falling in love, their marriage and welcoming their daughter Heer...

Home is where my heart is…

DIVYA – There is something about Hyderabad! The city has a pleasant charm. I like this place and I don’t wish to leave. This is where I was born and educated. I feel Hyderabad is safest, when compared to other cities. I like the coffee parlours here – Beyond Coffee, Bistro and many more. Bowling at SVM mall is so relaxing after a stressful day.

KAPIL – I am with my family business, which is into finance and capital market. After hectic work schedules, I love hanging out with friends. Divya and I have many things in common. We both love watching movies. Total movie buffs! We love attending parties too.

Family and friends make life more beautiful…

DIVYA – I met Kapil through our common friends and cousins. We added each other on MSN and communicated there for several days. It was on my birthday and for the first time; Kapil somehow attained my contact number from one of my friends and wished me. After that, we got closer and developed a deeper bond for each other. We started going for movies. Just a few days before our engagement, Kapil got a tattoo of my name on his back, which reads – DK (Divya Katara). My Dad was impressed with this and said – only the one who truly loves you, will do this and no one else. He wanted me to get married to him and I had only Kapil in my mind. Our families met soon and it was a love-arranged marriage.

KAPIL – I first met her in 2004. We remained friends for the initial six to eight months, after we met. Like Divya said, we have a huge group of friends with whom we used to hang out.

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KINSHIP I am very close to my Dad more than anyone else in my family. I have a younger brother too. It is a small family! My Dad is my best friend.

He never refused to get me what I want and I was much pampered.

He gets whatever I want! I get along very well with Kapil’s sister. She is more like a sister to me. Kapil is very helpful. Even after marriage, he supported me in pursuing my post-graduation.

KAPIL – I am close to my Dad too. Whatever I am now, is all because of him. He is an inspiration to me and I share everything with him. He is highly disciplined and I always wanted to be like him. I consider myself fortunate enough to have seen almost all the places, all across India. We believe in God and are religious. We visit temples quite often.

Our holiday trips to Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket; a year after we got married, will remain memorable.

Welcoming my baby daughter, Heer – KAPIL - We welcomed Heer with a small cake cutting ceremony. I wanted my baby to be born healthy, so I went to Shirdi and offered my prayers. My prayers were answered and are blessed with a beautiful baby. She is just a month young now! We are planning to take her to Tirupathi as well, in near future.

DIVYA – Once, I was on a holiday trip to Sri Lanka with my friends. I was surprised when I realized that even Kapil was on a holiday to Sri Lanka with his friends. We met there also! Though it was a huge group of his friends and mine there, we couldn’t talk to or see each other much.

That was the time when we really missed each other. The tattoo he got on his back was when we returned to India from Sri Lanka. We were engaged in July 2005 and got married in February 2006. I travelled more with family, before I got married – South Africa, Singapore and many other places. I also travelled to Europe and Australia with friends.

Kapil about Divya – All 5 years have been so good! She is very patient and understanding.

She never wants to hurt anyone. One of the best things about our relation is, we have similar likes and dislikes. We hate Thai food, we hate getting up early in the mornings, we sleep late in the nights and we love long drives in the night. We both are equally lazy and total foodies.

If there is any new restaurant opened in the city, we are one of those first to try out food there. When it comes to shopping, she is brand conscious. She likes designer handbags, shoes and accessories. She is a wonderful cook, though she cooks less (laughs). She makes yummy Italian food at home. She is a coffee lover and likes attending kitty parties in the city.

Divya about Kapil – He goes beyond his limit to help his close buddies. He has a group of friends, with whom he is very close. He takes time to mingle and make friends with new people. He gets what he wants, so he is a little stubborn that way. He hates it when I go alone for shopping and wants to give me his time and presence, while I shop. During our recent trip to Bangalore, we had seen so many places in so less time. This February, we are planning to travel to China, Hong Kong and Makau.

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KINSHIP

One who cooks better at home – DIVYA – My Mother-in-law! She taught me how to cook better.

KAPIL – I agree! It’s my Mom! One best thing about each other – DIVYA – Kapil is very supportive.

KAPIL – Divya is understanding and honest.

Admiring qualities DIVYA – Kapil’s confidence level.

KAPIL – Divya mingles well with people.

What we learned from each other – DIVYA – From Kapil, I learned not to care much about people who deter us. Like I said, he is extremely encouraging.

KAPIL – From Divya, I learned to make Maggi (noodles).

One change we never want to see – DIVYA – Kapil is very possessive about me and I want him to be this way, always. He should always pamper me.

KAPIL – Divya’s way of understanding and her honesty.

Describing each other in three words – DIVYA – Kapil is a travel fancier, confident and helpful.

KAPIL – Divya is affectionate and caring.

Who likes giving surprises more –

Who is more technoholic –

DIVYA – Kapil is the one who remembers important dates better and reminds me and I make the arrangements for a lunch or dinner.

DIVYA – It’s Kapil.

Favourite dish to eat – KAPIL – Divya likes Pastas and Pizzas.

DIVYA – Kapil loves Pani-puri.

Favourite colour – KAPIL – Baby pink is Divya’s colour.

DIVYA – Kapil likes white.

Best moments of our lives – KAPIL – The day I got married and the day I was blessed with a baby girl (there were tears in my eyes).

DIVYA – The way Kapil proposed me, with cards and roses.

Latest obsessions – KAPIL – Divya is obsessed with jewellery and designer bags these days.

DIVYA – Kapil wants to buy a new car.

Weakness – DIVYA – If ever I cry, Kapil turns a little emotional too. He can never see me cry.

KAPIL – Divya believes people fast.

Strengths – KAPIL – My Dad! He is as inspiration to me.

DIVYA – My family.

In the next five years – DIVYA – Our daughter will be five years old by then. I would like to take her to Disney Land and travel places, we haven’t been to before.

Secret of success – KAPIL – Honesty and hard work.

Favourite pastime – KAPIL and DIVYA – Movies, eating-out and long drives.

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ANGRY BIRDS

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KINSHIP

Inspired primarily by a sketch of stylish wingless birds, the game was first released for Apples, in December 2009. Since that time, the game has become a huge hit among all age groups. You will find angry bird merchandise like T-Shirts, mugs, key chains, phone cover and soft toys. Kids love these wingless birds so much that now you find cakes, candies and lollipops designed as angry birds.

CAKE POPS 1) 2) 3) 4) 5)

1 Betty crocker cake mix (and ingredients called for on the box).

1 container Vanilla frosting (or your favorite flavor) candy melts (white, black, red, yellow, green, blue).

Lollipop sticks.

White chocolate chips or white jumbo sprinkles (for eyes). Black decorating gel or black edible ink pen (for black in eyes).

Black licorice foam block for drying and displaying cake pops.

Directions : 1)

Bake cake according to package directions. Let cool.

2)

Once cake is cooled, crumble cake into a fine mixture using your hands.

3)

Pour crumbled cake into a large bowl and mix in 3/4 of a container of vanilla frosting.

4)

Mix with a spoon or your hands until thoroughly combined. Roll into desired shape bird.

5)

Melt candy melts according to package directions. Dip lollipop sticks in melted candy melts just slightly and push inside the cake ball. This helps secure the stick in the cake ball. Place in the fridge for about 15 minutes to harden.

6)

Dip and coat hardened cake balls in candy melts and tap stick against the side of the bowl to shake off the excess. Push lollipop stick into the foam block to dry.

7)

Once dry, decorate each bird. I cut yellow candy melts into triangles for the beaks of the birds. I cut orange candy melts for the orange eyebrows or you could use orange sprinkles. Cut the tip off the white chocolate chips so that they are flat and use for the eyes. Cut the black licorice for the wings and feathers of the birds.

8)

For the pigs I used some melted green candy melts and made circles for the nose and ears on some parchment paper and let them harden in the fridge. Use the same technique for the top feather of the red bird and blue bird.

9)

Use additional melted candy melts as glue to attach beak, eyebrows, eyes and feathers.

BABYBEL BOAT 1)

Babybel cheeses of different colours

2)

Toothpick

3)

Coloured paper

4)

Gum

5)

Stickers of angry bird

Direction : 1)

Cut babybel cheese into two equal half.

2)

Take a rectangular or square piece of coloured paper

3)

Stick toothpick in centre and fold the paper

4)

Cut it in desired shape

5)

Stick angry bird sticker on to it.

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Paragon Curriculum: A World of Ideas for a Global Education Imagine a school where your child embarks each day on a school wide hands-on journey through the history of great ideas and heroes in world culture.

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magine the wonder of a total immersion learning environment where the classroom is transformed into the Indus Valley, a Mayan rain forest, ancient Athens, or a Colonial American schoolhouse. From Kindergarten through Grade 12, students explore the world, past and present, including India, Africa, China, Australia, the Middle East, Russia, Europe, Latin America, Canada, the Arctic, and the United States. But, we know that a geographical exploration doesn’t necessarily entail multiculturalism and this is what sets Paragon apart as a world-class curriculum for cultural literacy, intellectual capital, and college preparation.

Imagine the world of diff difference a global l b l education d ti will make for the architects of tomorrow.

Paragon teaches about culture, the learned and shared behaviors and traditions of a people that are passed on from generation to generation. Beginning in Grades K – 2, students are exposed to the richness of the world through facets of the cultural prism such as, song, music, dance, art, folklore, myth, famous people, and much more. Take for example, the “gamelan” performance by Kindergarten students as they learn about Balinese culture, or the Middle Eastern “suq” students create in order to trade and exchange goods and ideas after journeying the Silk Road.

In the third grade, students are formally introduced to the concept of culture while studying ancient India. Posed with the essential question, “How does culture flow from a river?” students learn the “ten elements of culture”: knowledge, art, food, technology, beliefs, economy,

dress, architecture, government, and behavior. This provides an ongoing, organizational framework for the study of culture, which they build upon for the duration of their Paragon and Paragon Humanities units. Paragon students become experts at piecing together similarities and differences between and among the world’s cultures, and they develop a keen ability for historical and cultural empathy. By stepping into the shoes of those who have inhabited a different time and place, Paragon students see and understand through the perspectives of individuals and diverse groups who have contributed to and shaped world history.

Paragon’s multicultural curriculum also develops students’ capacity for higher-order, abstract thinking skills by studying the symbols of humanity. Through the archaeological record and up to present times, they examine writing systems, artifacts of all types, and the human need for expression through ritual. For example, in the abovementioned third grade unit, students travel back in time to the Indus Valley, specifically to the cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro. Through a virtual website, they unearth the yet to be deciphered ancient seals of both cities. What do these symbols mean? What was being communicated?

Through such learning opportunities, which are integral to Paragon, students are challenged to create meaning, a fundamental process that prepares and will serve them for the rest of their lives.

In our globalized, knowledge-based economy, our students need an intellectual framework for understanding the complexity, connections, and continuity between places and cultures, past, present, and future. This will enable them to participate fully in the myriad of personal, social, and civic interactions that they will encounter in our world’s diverse countries and societies. This is the over-arching goal and promise of Paragon’s rich, comprehensive, valuesbased, multicultural curriculum.

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INCREDIBLE MACHINES TOYOTA GT 86

GT 86 is based on an entirely new platform and features a low, highly aerodynamic body shell. It is powered by a 2.0 liter, naturally-aspirated petrol engine - but will only deliver 200 HP. That being said, the base BRZ will come with the same 200 HP that the new GT-86 is sporting, bringing these two models closer which originally anticipated.

Subaru’s promised 300 HP will be present in the STI version, leading us to believe that a G-Sports variant for the GT-86 will bring forth the same amount of power. This borrowed engine will be mated to either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. Despite the long wait, we still have to give the new GT 86 the prize for the most beautiful sports car of the year. Not only is it a sports car, but it also combines elegance with beauty and aggressiveness. The car’s overall shape and design was inspired by the Corolla-based AE86 sports coupe that was unveiled in the 80s. The GT-86 is a compact rear-wheel-drive sports coupe with an aerodynamic body that rides low to the ground to improve handling and allow it to cut through the air with ease. The GT-86’s interior is as sporty as it is outside with a flat-bottomed steering wheel with its very own red stitching. It measures only 365 mm, the smallest yet fitted to a Toyota and has been finished in buckskin finish. In addition to that, the GT-86 also has aluminum pedals, a navigation system, gauges that light with red neon, digital readouts and a gray instrument panel that seamlessly molds into the darker dash. The car’s cockpit is further reinforced by carbon effect trim, a sporting, all-black roof lining, red upholstery stitching and aviation-style rocker switchgear. It comes with a large tachometer that offers at-a-glance visibility and readability during sports driving. The front seat has also been designed to offer great comfort, as well as to prevent elbows from interfering with gearshift operation.

SPECIFICATIONS – Displacement – 2.0 Cc, Torque @ RPM – 151 @ 6600, Horse-power @ RPM – 200@7000, 53:47 weight distribution and Wheelbase – 2,570 mm.

PEUGEOT RCZ The RCZ is a racy sports car built on the 308 hatchback’s foundations, but featuring a futuristic coupe body. This front-wheel-drive 2-door can be had with a turbocharged 1.6-litre mated to either a 6-speed manual or automatic, but the manual THP200 version is tuned with much more power than the automatic THP156 model. Standard features include 19-inch alloy wheels, active rear spoiler, electric leather sports seats with memory, leather dashboard, cruise control with speed limiter, CD/MP3 stereo with USB/ iPod connectivity, Bluetooth phone, auto dual-zone a/c, cooled glove box, electric mirrors with automatic-tilting on reverse, power windows, auto-dimming rear-view mirrors, automatic wipers, auto headlights, keyless entry, puncture repair kit, front and rear parking aid with screen display and aluminum pedals. Safety features include front and side airbags, ABS, stability control, front and rear fog lights and hill-start assist on the manual version. The manual THP200 also has slightly sportier suspension tuning, shorter gearing and bigger front brakes. Engine which is derived from the production RCZ, is 1.6 litre 4-cylinder unit generating 246 bhp and 290 Nm of torque, mated to a six-speed sequential gearbox specifically designed for racing. All engines are sealed to ensure equal performance among the competitors and the powertrain is designed to compete for a full season without need for a rebuild.

SPECIFICATIONS – The RCZ can be highly specified including features such as electric heated and adjustable seating with driver’s memory, leather seats and dashboard and hill assist function.

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SUBARU ADVANCED TOURER CONCEPT Subaru describes its Advanced Tourer as a mid-size wagon designed to combine sporty driving, utility and environmentally friendliness. Power comes from a turbocharged and direct-injected horizontally-opposed boxer engine displacing just 1.6-liters and matched with Subaru’s own Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) technology. Drive is then channeled to all four wheels through a symmetrical all-wheel drive system and CVT. A single motor system is used for its simple structure and light weight. The system has an Electric Vehicle (EV) mode, which allows all-wheel drive motion using only the motor at start-up and on low-speed drives. When decelerating, the regenerating mechanism uses the motor as a power generator. The four-seater model is powered by a downsized 1.6-liter turbocharged flat-four with direct-injection mated and an electric motor that are mated to a continuously variable transmission and Subaru’s symmetrical all-wheel drive system. The interior, however, is another matter. Undeniably beautiful, features like the monitor in the

steering wheel and the steel-rimmed wood pedals are treats we won’t be seeing anytime soon. The cabin includes highly stylized bucket seats front and rear along with generous helpings of wood and aluminum trim, all of which has scant chance of making it to production. The biggest news is under the hood, where the Advanced Tourer Concept has a new, downsized 1.6-liter variant of Subaru’s boxer four that employs direct injection and turbo charging.

SPECIFICATIONS - The sleek looking station wagon with the taut surface forms is a proposal for a standalone C-segment hybrid model that measures 4,580mm (180.3-in.) long, 1,840mm (72.4-in.) wide and 1,430mm (56.3-in.) tall. Its exterior dimensions place it between the current Impreza (4,415mm long) and the Legacy (4,775mm).

HONDA CBR1000RR Sired by a MotoGP champion and tempered in the fires of world superbike and endurance competition, all- new CBR1000RR Fireblade vividly brings to life searing performance, omniscient control and a thrilling beauty and simplicity of form that sets hearts and minds racing. This Fireblade is an epitome of super sports motorcycle development, delivering unprecedented levels of excitement and enjoyment with revolutionary new technology and breathtaking styling. The new option of the first ever ABS system designed specifically for super sports bikes adds to the feeling of total control that has always been at the heart of CBR1000RR design. It is built with a 999cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylindered engine that has an awesome compression ratio of 12:3:1. It comes with six-speed transmission, adjustable front forks and dual stage fuel injection system. The HondaCBR1000RR peaks performance at 178 hps @13000 rpm.

The ignition is computer controlled transistorized with three dimensional mapping. This version from the Honda got even better with introduction of combined anti-lock braking system and the groundbreaking performance is further accentuated with radial front brakes and 4-spoke ninja-star rear wheel. The incredible performance of this bike sets it apart in the superbike podium with a difference. Every part of this latest version is re-designed and re engineered to minimize weight, including the side stand and wheels.

SPECIFICATIONS – Bore X Stroke – 76X55.1 mm, Caster angle – 23’’ 18’, Wheelbase – 1,410 mm, Ground clearance – 130 mm, Maximum torque – 112 Nm / 8,000 min-1 (95/1/EC), Dimension (LxWxH) – 2,080 x 682 x 1,130 mm.

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FUN

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Three Stooges

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Best of Luck

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TECHNOLOGY WITH DESIGN AND APPEAL JABRA STONE 2

The Jabra STONE2 Bluetooth™ headset takes the incredible easeof-use of the original STONE to exciting new levels. To start with, there is now no need to even touch the headset to answer or reject a call – you just use your voice. The headset tells you each caller’s number and you then simply say yes if you want to accept the call and no if you don’t. You don’t have to look at the Jabra STONE2 headset to check battery level or the strength of the connection with your mobile phone. It will tell you just what you need to know via voice alerts. The Jabra STONE2 also puts extra power in the palm of your hand. Its portable charger enables you to fast charge on the go, up to 4 times – and each charge takes only 20 minutes. You get up to 10 full hours of wireless talk time in a charger that slips easily into your pocket or bag. With the Jabra STONE2 everything sounds great. Dual mic technology eliminates background noise and maintains the natural sound of your voice. You will feel comfortable too.

The lightness of the headset, its curved shape and personalized ear gels, will make every conversation a pleasure. With the Jabra STONE2 you have new opportunities. You can take talk much further.

SPECIFICATIONS - Voice Control allows users to answer or reject calls by the use of the voice. Voice Guidance – tells who are calling, battery status, set-up and more. Noise Blackout Extreme - dual microphone technology for excellent sound. Portable Jabra STONE2 charger enables charging on the go. Available in 2 editions - glossy and leather.

SONY ERICSSON HBH PV740 The HBH-PV740 means business and says so in its minimalist design. The black plastic panel at the front of the unit, sports a very subtle faux wood-grain finish, which is attractive but completely indiscernible for people who see you wearing the headset from a distance. Like most Bluetooth headsets, the PV740 has only four buttons for input - a power/pairing button on the underside, a call-handling button on the front and volume keys along the right-hand side. Pertinent information, like battery life remaining; is displayed on a tiny monochrome screen under the call-handling button.

Pairing the PV740 to Bluetooth compatible handsets is as easy as this process should be. Turning the headset on for the first time puts the PV740 into pairing mode. Pairing the headset with Sonim XP3 Enduro and Nokia N95 8GB, with both phones; finds the PV740 so effective. Uncompromised performance, great digital sound, status display with power indicator, alternative carrying and charging solutions; all wrapped up in exclusive materials. Use it all day charge easily with the headset desk stand included.

Keep an eye on the built-in battery status indicator so you know when to re-charge.

Get everything you need in a HBH-PV740 to help you get the best results when you go hands free.

SPECIFICATIONS - 11 h talk time/800 h stand by, convenient sliver necklace carrying solution, headset desk stand and USB charger, status display for battery and connection indication, removable ear-hooks, auto-pairing for easy set-up, DSP and automatic volume adjustment and Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR for a stable and reliable connection, 800 hours stand-by time, 11 hours talk time, full duplex echo cancellation, voice activated dialing (VAD), enhanced data rate, echo cancellation, fast automatic volume adjustment and auto-pairing.

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Superior BlackBerry performance and elegant Porsche Design styling place the P’9981 Smartphone in a class of its own. An enhanced 1.2 GHz processor and 8 GB of onboard memory powers a responsive and nimble browsing experience, 720p HD video recording, dual band Wi-Fi®, a built-in compass and access to a selection of exclusive apps. Enjoy faster, smoother web navigation. Your P’9981 Smartphone is equipped with a full touch screen and a wide BlackBerry QWERTY keyboard for easier messaging and enhanced technology. New features and innovative apps like Wikitude create deeper, more dynamic ways to interact with the world. Near Field Communication1 (NFC) readiness ensures simple connection with other NFC-enabled devices and smart tags. The Wikitude World Browser app helps you find, identify, access and forward relevant information instantly. Read reviews on restaurants, theatres and VIP events as you find them. Discover Porsche dealerships. Explore the unexpected! With over 150 million points of interest created exclusively for P’9981 Smartphone users, the world is truly yours to mould and behold. All this, plus dual-band Wi-Fi® and BlackBerry App World™ 3.0! It makes discovering the latest apps, themes and games easier and faster than ever. The advanced technology you demand. And the engineered luxury you deserve.

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PORSCHE DESIGN BLACKBERRY P’9981

SPECIFICATIONS – Integrated GPS, includes BlackBerry maps, MSM 8655 and 1.2 GHz processor, 768 MG RAM memory and 8 GB Emmc, capacitive touch screen, optical track pad, MPEG4, H.264 and H.263 video formats, 35 key backlit keyboard, dedicated keys - send, end (power), menu, escape, camera (user customisable, convenience key), volume up/down (fwd/rwd for media, zoom for camera), mute (play/pause for media) and lock (top center).

BOSE BLUETOOTH HEADSET SERIES 2 Exclusive Bose technologies let you hear calls better, even as noise levels change. Noise-rejecting microphone allows callers to hear more of your voice - in windy and noisy environments too. Soft, flexible StayHear® tip provides comfort and stability. Simple, convenient controls make it easy to answer calls. Choice of left- or right-ear version, whichever you prefer, for best possible fit! The Series 2 is generally dressed in black, with nice finish at that. There is a silver line running around the edges of the headset, partly on the front and partly on the inner side. The call button and the volume controls are on the top panel. The inner side has two LED indicators - battery and connectivity.

Nothing on the outside panel, which we have often criticized for being uncomfortable and prone to accidental call disconnects. The Series 2 comes either in the right ear version or the left ear version. Whatever version you pick at the time of purchase, it is a case of living with that decision! We would have appreciated a bit more flexibility, since most other Bluetooth headsets do not have this kind of limitation. The Series 2 does excel where it is supposed to - call quality. No matter what the volume, impressive are the call clarity and the clean audio. Even at volumes above 70%, there is no jarring and neither was the audio treble heavy.

SPECIFICATIONS – 4.5 hours talk time, up to 100 hours stand-by time, two active phone connections at once, adaptive audio adjustment and A2DP audio streaming.

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LIMELIGHT

Rita & Amit Sanghi

Mustafa Alam Khan with wife

The much-awaited day arrived, finally! Beautiful couple Abhishek Lunawat and Sonal Pokarna, who tied the knot recently at HICC - Novotel, was the talk of the town. All the guests, which included - Politicians, Business people, top Doctors and socialites, flocked to the do. They couldn’t stop admiring how flamboyantly the arrangements were made and the ambience set-up. Spotted at the occasion were D Nagender, the Suranas, the Jains, Raju Naik, Anil and Parvathy Reddy, Mikki and Ranju, Prerna, Archana, Moni and Vinay Agarwal. The reception was held in Chennai and was attended by family and close friends.

Nagendar & Prakash Jain

Neha & Vimal

Mikki Sharma & Ranju

Archana with husband

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Sonal & Abhishek

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Khushi & Juhi

Akhita & Sagar

Hena & Rahul

31-12 New Year Celebrations

Sindhu

The 31-12 party which was held recently at a star hotel in the city had carved a niche for itself as an event, for and among couples and families. Talking more about this event, the sound was the biggest and the most incredible set-up among all New Year events with 12 tops a side of JBL Vertec sound system. The crowd considered this, as the best dance-party New Year eve.

It had the party takers hitting the dance floor, right at 8:00 pm and danced all night.

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Pavan & Malika

Aayushi

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Sonal

Srinivas & Farah

Neha

Neha, Arna & Pratima

Runji

Swetha & Tina

People Enjoying the Party

Divya

Sahil & Aanchal

Aanchal, Payal & Vidhi

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Ayesha

Ankita & Namrutha

Pradeep & Ani

Parties @ B&C, Liquids, 10D, Rain & Kismet Hyderabad offers something unique for everyone! From lazy Lounge to heart thumping electro and techno, the DJs have spun them all recently at the most happening nightlife spots in town. Celebrities and socialites, with their friends of course; were spotted having whale of a time. The city was filled with joy and celebrations for New Year and other events for January.

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Shravan

Pari with friend

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Sonal

Nice together

Zara

Shravya

Camera Friendly

Sonal with friend

Vanita

Nikita

With stylish bag

Abhijit & Neha

Vinay & Nikita

All smiles

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FORTUNE

KNOW YOUR FORTUNE ARIES (MARCH 21 – APRIL 20) Tarot card The King of Pentacles indicates you are likely to come across a person who would be able to give sound business advice and even financial assistance. He is practical and reliable for you. You are advised to adopt such qualities within you. You are likely to sign contracts or important documents related to your business or job. You presently seem to hold promises of success. This way practical planning and best of efforts are achieved. It also indicates earthly relationship, which has all the material comforts. Your partner is likely to equate happiness with material wellbeing, says the tarot card Wheel of Fortune. Wear red for good luck. Your lucky number is 5.

Karmic tip - Every heart has a pain - only the way it expresses, is different.

GEMINI (MAY 22 – JUNE 21) Tarot card Knight of Wands indicates difficulty entering in your social circle and could be hard to stop. Look behind them and check their footprints. This is the ebb and flow of social and professional relationship. You firmly need to ask yourself which category you belong to. Think carefully before you speak - words can’t be taken back.

In financial matters, you have been earning less than you deserve.

Sooner or later you are going to bite the bullet and ask for what you want. Your craving for sweets is so strong that you could be hearing the chocolates calling your name. Your moods may be subject to hormonal changes, says the tarot card The Chariot. Wear pink for good luck. Your lucky number is 9.

Karmic tip - It is a diseased state of mind when we look at another or speak to another, harshly. It implies a low grade of humanity.

LEO (July 23 – August 23) Tarot card The World indicates that your emotions may be in turmoil (confusion and disorder). You would prefer to be alone and take things to heart and may not be able to keep up to your optimism. Painful experiences of the past may stop you from thinking clearly.

You have to suppress your painful feelings.

You have to guard yourself from ill-health and need to gather your strengths. You are required to reflect on your past actions and have a life with a new understanding; things will then surely improve.

This way you are able to realize that you can no longer stay away from issues. You have to face your problems and responsibilities to build your castle for your future, says the tarot card The Magician.

Wear orange or green for good luck. Your lucky numbers is 9.

Karmic tip - We don’t have to figure out where we will find happiness. We should just truly make others happy and happiness will find us.

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TAURUS (APRIL 21 – MAY 21) Tarot card Ace of Pentacles indicates that you must not let fear dictate how you live. If you want to change either your work for personal life - step out of the box, make comparisons and there comes a solution. A pay rise or bonus is overdue and your may be mute on the subject, but you should be asking for what you think you deserve. It only takes a phone call or a knock on the door of boss’ office. Making your dreams a reality may seem a little expensive, but there is more than a way to get results. It is likely that they are not the same as you are, but you can still learn from others; says the tarot card The Moon. Wear yellow for good luck. Your lucky number is 8.

Karmic tip – Do not put the key to your happiness in another person pocket. Keep it in your own!

CANCER (June 22 – July 22) Tarot card The Full Moon indicates powerful rays of light within you. Issues of contentedness and how you can find happiness within yourself will be your key. Focus vital information that may even be of value, financially. Intellectual property or content that is private in nature should be held under lock and key for the time being.

Old problems may do a vanishing act, but unfortunately they will always be replaced with new ones. You must simply take things in your stride. Do not be tempted to dip into money. Self-indulgence and a lack of discipline will only cause you hardship, says the tarot card Queen of Cups. Wear red and white for good luck. Your lucky number is 11.

Karmic tip - Most expensive liquid are tears! It is made up of 1 percent water and 99 percent feelings. Respect true tears and live tearless.

VIRGO (August 24 – September 23) Tarot card The Fool indicates that you are living a life with a closed heart and mind.

You are avoiding changes purposely. Long working hours may be keeping you from being lonely. But they are also keeping you from setting your priorities right and healing towards growth in life. You need to regain the confidence that positive things can happen. The change for the better yourself is required. This change you need to take up as a challenge, so that you can put your best foot forward, says the tarot card Wheel of Fortune. Wear navy-blue or violet for good luck. Your lucky number is 4.

Karmic tip - God lives within us. So let us give him a better place to live in.

LIBRA (September 24 – October 23) Tarot card The Sun indicates the happy face of the sun for you. It indicates positive times to come for job, career or business opportunities. The reason - there is certain piousness in the sun’s expression. It raises hope and brings a felling of inner peace, contentment and successful union; based on commitment. Heath is also likely to improve, making you feel energetic. It also receives promotion and success in matters related to your career or business. It signifies joy and boundless possibilities of creativity, which portray liberation.

So get rid of fears and blocks, says the tarot card The Hermit. Wear pale brown for good luck. Your lucky number is 18.

Karmic tip - Everything is easy when you are busy, but nothing is easy when you are lazy.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 – December 21)

SCORPIO (October 24 – November 22) Tarot card The Star indicates you will find a lot of opportunities to travel this month and utilizing opportunities will ultimately bring you success. Take care of your belongings while travelling. Health may not be in the best state for you but by taking suitable precautions, you will feel fit. Spirituality can help you control anger. As your financial status is good, you can help the needy people. You are advised to be extra cautious about your health. In financial matters, do not take everything for granted. This month will bring lots of surprises for romantic couples. You are likely to meet a golden heart who will fulfill your emotional needs as well as shower your life with happiness and wealth, says the tarot card The Emperor. Wear burgundy for good luck. Your lucky number is 6.

Karmic tip - Believe in God like how you believe in sun, not because you can see it but you can see everything because of it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 – January 20)

Tarot card The Strength indicates excellent communication skills and flawless pronunciation will help you in enhancing your prospects at work. You will provide a helping hand to an illrelative. Investment in long term plans will have the way for financial gains. Spending times in partners will give you the opportunity to relax and enjoy. Health may not be in a best state for you. You are advised to take suitable precautions. Financially you will have to be more conscious about saving money for the rainy day. At work, you are entrusted with additional responsibility like planning and organizing sales activities. Your mind is likely to be occupied by romantic thoughts, says the tarot card The World. Wear purple for good Luck. Your lucky number is 2.

Tarot card The Emperors indicate a little chocolate takes you a long way, particularly if you are feeling low; over some relationship or friendship. A disappointing accusation could leave you riddled about a friendship. It may be the subtle or hidden aspects of another person’s personality, which may trigger your feelings. If you are dripping with profits, you may have to reassure someone that the way you are managing your money, issue of mistrust may need to be dealt with. So take a realistic approach - such as travel journey and holiday at the moment, says the tarot card Knight of Pages.

Wear blue or pink for good luck. Your lucky number is 21.

Karmic tip - It is a bit strange that sword and words have the same exact letter. But what’s more strong is that both can have similar effects.

Karmic tip - Often great risk is involved in postponement than in making the wrong decision.

AQUARIUS (January 21 – February 18) Tarot card The Justice indicates knowledge is the power and the moon indicates - spending time on a new subject will not be wasted. A work colleague may give you a home. A relationship is seen to be deepening now. It is time to build on your knowledge base and previous efforts will improve naturally. Expand your work or an interest, which you have recently taken up. Friendship may overlay at this moment but you need to be selective about how you can do this all often. Water and oil do not mix. Someone in your family, possibly even your partner may not be doing well. You need to be intuitive in seeking out there problems and helping them with it, says the tarot card The Lovers. Wear brown for good luck. Your lucky number is 4.

Karmic tip - We see fault of others. But at large meet humans who are blind to their faults.

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PISCES (FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20) Tarot card Ten of Cups indicates it is possible to change the cap or the hat of belief you are wearing, only by standing comparative philosophies adequately. Create a situation in which you can get work done un-interrupted and at a length. Patchy routines will undermine your efforts. You could be angry while trying to get information on the internet. Upgrade your telecommunication and internet services.

Same way you need to be stricter in dishing out privileges to those working under you, says the tarot card Ten Knight of Swords. Wear sea green for good luck. Your lucky number is 6.

Karmic tip - Life without aim is like envelops without address. Life with aim but without action is like envelops with address, but not posted.

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.

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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,

Marriot

Tel : 40101234/35/36

Testa Rossa

Novotel

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

TBZ

Punjagutta, Tel : 23400231, 23400231

MULTIPLEXES

Nails n Tails

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

PUBLIC RELATIONS Edge Public Relations Begumpet, Hyderabad Tel : 9618000068

PUBS 10 Downing Street

Lifestyle Bldg, Begumpet Tel : 67110387

Adj. lane to kirtilals, Begumpet Tel: 9000507807

Taj Deccan

Bottles & Chimney

Rd. No. 1 Banjara Hills,

Begumpet

Enr Fashion Studio

Tel : 66523939

Tel : 27766464

Taj Krishna

Kismet

Rd. No. 1 Banjara Hills,

Raj Bhavan, Begumpet

Tel : 66662323 / 66292323

Tel : 23456789

Nagarjuna Nagar, Ameerpet Tel: 9866722621 / 8121176128

FITNESS CLUBS 360 Degrees

The Park

Liquids

Rd. No. 1 Banjara Hills

Tel : 23552360

Somajiguda, Tel : 23456789 / 4433 0116

Latitudes

Westin

The Club

Rd. No. 36, Jubilee Hills,

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

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Hitech City - Madhapur, Tel : 67676767 / 67676828

Tel : 66465678, 23350744

RESTAURANTS Tel : 67110978

Rd. No. 1 Banjara Hills, Tel : 66769999

Sarath Shetty

Leonia

Suhani Pittie

Shamshabad - Tel : 66250000 Hitech City - Tel : 66824422

FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY Taj Banjara

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

Tel : 23400132 / 40018183

Hills, Tel : 66565154

Evolve

Kalamandir

Lahari

Panjagutta, Tel : 23418004, 23418005

Yashoda Hospital

Tank Bund, Tel : 66522999 / 27522999

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,

Mile Stone 478, Rd. No. 10, Banjara

Abids, Hyderabad Near Osman Sagar Lake, Gandipet, Tel : 30609088 Tel : 66047533

Rd. No. 1, Banjara Hills,

Rainbow Childrens Hospitals IMAX Prasadz

ITC - Kakatiya

Thumkunta Village, Shameerpet Tel : 27709106 / 27709104

Elahe

Golkonda

Vivanta

23233305

BOOK STORES

RESORTS

INTERIOR

Tel : 6625 9907/6625 9908 Novotel Hicc Hitech city Tel: 66824422

Inside Jalavihar, Necklace Road

Angeethi

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

Bhojanam

Rd. No. 12, Banjara Hills, Tel : 23545578, 9666688168

Guffa

Ameerpet / Kukatpally / Dilsukhnagar. Tel : 66666669

Kalaniketan

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

Mandir

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

Mebaz

Begumpet, Tel : 40112222.

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

Meena Bazar Extension Begumpet, Tel : 66621212

Neerus

Banjara Hills : 66756666 King Koti, Tel : 66665588

Basheer Bagh, Tel : 23298811/22

Origins

Isda Thai

Begumpet, Tel : 66629917 / 16

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

Ohris

Road No-12, Banjara Hills, Tel : 67111988

The Great Kabab Factory Rd. No. 12, Banjara Hills, Tel : 23302244 / 48

ViaMilano

Road No.36, Jubilee Hills,

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

Begums

Chirag Ali Lane, Abids, Tel : 23203314

Paris de salon

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

Shivani Beauty Parlour Opp. KFC, Himayat Nagar, Tel : 40037323 / 9948926111

Tel : 65556677, 64555544

Zafran Exotica

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

RETAILERS Absolute Women Boutique Rd. No. 12, Banjara Hills, Tel : 64523993

SPAS Blanc spa

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

Fifth Element Thai spa

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

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