HYDERABAD’S LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE
JANUARY, 2018
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BLOGGERS Hyderabads very own Social Media Mavens! MEN’S FASHION
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Fly high this Sankranthi
START UPS New Dream New Vision
Goddess of Fashion meets the Legend of Ethnic Wear
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Silks • Sarees • Lehengas • Gowns • Ready-To-Wear • Unstitched Suits • Mix & Match • Fusion Wear • Kids
Silks • Sarees • Lehengas • Gowns • Ready-To-Wear • Unstitched Suits • Mix & Match • Fusion Wear • Kids
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CONTENTS On the Cover
Rashmi Thakur
16.LIFESTYLE
Over a Cappuccino with Akshay Neelakantam The Social Media Mavens
26.COVER STORY The festival of all things that soar
30.FASHION Suit up!
37.CUISINE Chai, Coffee & Biscuit
40.BEAUTY
Give your makeup a fresh start
55.FITNESS
Ketogenic Diet: Yay or Nay?
58.CAMPUS BUZZ An eye for the future
60.TRAVEL
2018 – A year of long weekends
EDITOR’S DESK January’18 Greetings Readers! Social media has become a major part of everyone’s lives and it’s something we can’t do without. From drawing fashion inspiration from your favourite celebrities and bloggers to checking out some of the most beautiful locations all around the world, we got for you, the leading bloggers from Hyderabad and asked them to share their personal styles and tips and also how they think social media is transforming the various businesses. With everyone still in the cosy and snugly mood, we wanted to do something that everyone could enjoy and what’s better than some steaming hot chai and coffee with mouth-watering biscuits! On the cover, we’ve got the charismatic Rashmi Thakur, a successful model and actress. Along with her, few more people have shared with us their plans this Sankranthi! And who doesn’t love Sankranthi? Whether you’re one who loves to take charge and battle it out with the other flyers or one who’d rather sit back and enjoy the view of all the colourful kites in the sky, Sankranthi is fun for everyone. From some of the most loved sweet shops to places where you can get the best manjha and patangs, we’ve listed our top picks! Suits instantly make you look polished and classy and also boost your confidence, but sometimes little things like a mismatched tie or an improper lapel can wreak havoc on your outfit and make you look scruffy. We have for you the best stores to get your next suit from and also some useful tips to help you look your best! Republic Day is just around the corner, and instead of asking people how they celebrate it and what they love the most about their beloved country, we’ve asked them to share with us the changes and developments they would like to see in India in the coming years! Everyone dreams of being their own boss but few make it happen. With the rise of Startups in the city, a number of aspired youngsters have been able to make this possible. We’ve rounded up some of the best Startups in town for you!
Regards,
With plenty more offered, we hope you have a good time! Esam Ahmed Bilgrami Editor & Publisher publisher@tulipmag.com
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CEO Ansar Ahmed Bilgrami PUBLISHER & EDITOR Esam Ahmed Bilgrami MARKETING HEAD Md. Abdul Rahman FEATURE WRITERS Rabica Zulfiqar Rishika Pagadala COPY EDITOR Nidarshana Sharma GRAPHIC DESIGNER Mohammed Wasim CONTRIBUTERS Advaitika Badruka, Satpreet Kaur, Simran Harjani
Tulip magazine is easily available in any corner of the city. The best thing about tulip is it has a lot of columns and articles on almost everything that’s trending in the city. Be it fashion, food or travel. It’s a good magazine and i love it! Tulip is one of the most entertaining journals i have ever come across. Keep doing such lovely work with creativity and Content! Monika Khatri
PHOTOGRAPHER Erigi Narsing Rao SALES & BUSINESS DEVELOPER Shradha Jain MARKETING INTERN Akshita Agarwal CIRCULATION HEAD Md. Faheem Siddiqui CLIENT SERVICE EXECUTIVE R. Anand Rao ADMINISTRATION Bhavna Sharma PUBLICATION CONSULTANT
Tulip magazine covers all the contents like fashion, gadgets, interiors, page 3 people, trending stories, special weddings, over all everything. I like the way all the writers put their efforts to give us such amazing articles. Every month it has new flavours inside it. Tulip magazine helps me being updated about what’s happening around the globe and what is trending in Hyderabad. It’s one magazine i would recommend for everyone as it is not to miss! Tanvi Golchaa
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Tulip magazine is a complete package under one roof, where I can get information about everything at one place. In the list of my favourite magazines “Tulip” tops the list. As it keeps me updated with the latest happening in the city, what places to visit and even with gossips around the town. Lifestyle, gossips and fashion are the three words that describe tulip the best. Srishti Mehta
MONTH AHEAD
Concerts, marathons, stand up comedy and lots more. Your guide to this month’s events!
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Thoda Saaf Bol by Abhishek Upmanyu Venue: Bhaskara Auditorium: Hyderabad Timings: 5:00 pm onwards Contact: 040-23241067 Visit www.bookmyshow.com to book tickets
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SOTA Music Festival Venue: The Westin Mindspace, Hyderabad Timings: 7:00 pm Contact: 040-67676767 Visit www.bookmyshow.com to book tickets
Dinner Date with Real Heroes Venue: Park Hyatt Timings: 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm Contact: 040-49491234 Visit www.meraevents.com to book tickets
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Headliners ft. Rohan Joshi, Span Verma and Naveen Richard Venue: Sri Sathya Sai Nigamagamam Timings: 7:30 pm onwards Contact: 040-23742745 Visit: www.insider.in to book tickets Comedy Crackers- New Material Night Venue: Phoenix Arena: Hyderabad Timings: 7:00 pm onwards Contact: 07893656789 Visit www.bookmyshow.com to book tickets
Every Friday & Saturday from 8pm onwards
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Boarding Das Tour By Vir Das Venue: Shilpakala Vedika, Hyderabad Timings: 8:00 pm onwards Contact: 09640967000 Visit www.bookmyshow.com to book tickets
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D’Zine Avenue Exhibition by Allure Events Venue: Park Hyatt Timings: 10:00 am onwards Contact: 040-49491234 Visit www.eventshigh.com to book tickets
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Ustad Zakir Hussain Live with Niladri Kumar – A Tabla and Sitar Duet Venue: Shilpakala Vedika: Hyderabad Timings: 8:00 pm onwards Contact: 09640967000 Visit www.bookmyshow.com to book tickets
Bacardi NH7 Weekender Express Venue: Gachibowli Stadium Timings: 4:00 pm onwards Visit www.insider.in to book tickets
List your events for the next month in our monthly calendar. Send your event details with pictures to info@tulipmag.com
Hyderabad Fashion Day Venue: N Convention Centre Contact: 9848557666, 9885946769 Visit www.hyderabadevents.com to book tickets
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Farzi Cafe Farzi Cafe has finally opened its arms to Hyderabad! With a downright stunning ambience, indoor and outdoor seating, and super friendly staff, they’re here to wow you. The food does not just taste amazing, it’s also plated beautifully. An appetiser, “Amuse Boose”, which is mishti dohi served in shot glasses with an eye-catching presentation of dry ice, is served to increase your appetite. It’s absolutely delicious and just pops in your mouth! A must-have is the “Tempura Fried Prawns” served with nimbu-mirchi air foam! Giving the classic food a twist, “Dal Chawal Arancini”, their signature dish, is most sought after for a reason; it’s bursting with flavour! The dal chawal balls are served with an achaari mayo, mint chutney, tomato salsa and paapad. In between appetisers and main course, a sorbet, which is a blend of chaat masala, yoghurt and hajmola essence is offered. Their chicken tikka masala with cheese naan served in a telephone booth, is just brilliant. Its flavour is spot on! “Delhi’s Favourite Gupta Burger” is plated up as two adorable mini burgers. It’s delicious and a great option for vegetarians! “Farzi Ok”, a tangerine mocktail is super fresh and delish! Coming to desserts, “Chocolate Dirt Pile”, represents soil which is portrayed by chocolate sponge crumble, nuts, ice cream and fruits! Chocolate sauce is poured over and it’s all mixed together, making any chocolate lover go crazy! Address: Road No. 59, Jubliee Hills Ph: 040 2310 8888
Da Salon Located in the midst of Jubilee Hills, Da Salon is a brand new, high-end salon which offers all services you can think of. With tremendously talented stylists and highly professional staff, you’re sure to leave with a big grin on your face! The very hospitable staff makes sure you’re treated like royalty! Whether it’s just a subtle trim or a full-blown, drastic hair makeover, you will not be disappointed. From the basic waxing and threading to exclusive hair treatments and most indulgent spa experiences, this place is an all-in-one destination! With a number of premium products available, the stylists help you choose the best ones that are most suited to your needs. All-in-all, Da Salon is a must-visit! Address: 8 - 2 - 293/82/F, 82, Road No.1, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad. Ph: 090000 08276
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WHATS HAPPENING
Asha Bhosle and Javed Ali Live in Concert While some call her the Queen of Versatility, others prefer Empress of Bollywood Cabaret. And Asha Bhosle showed Hyderabadis why she deserves both those exalted appellations when she performed in the city along with Javed Ali. From cabarets like Piya Tu Ab Toh Aaja, rebellious Dum Maro Dum to subtle melodies like Do Lafzo ki Hain Dil Ki Kahani, she took the 5000- odd members of the audience on a trip through the golden era of Bollywood. Accompanied by a talented set of musicians, she kept pulling out melodious gems one after the another making it a night for music lovers in the city and took Hyderabad on a trip down to memory lane.
Hyderabad Super Car show at Olive Bistro Ford Mustang in association with CannonBall club and Karr Kraft associate sponsorship with AMGMahavir Group, ATUM, Always Dry and Ferrari Mumbai hosted the Hyderbad’s second edition of Supercar Show 2017. Hyderabad was a special one with over 10,000 bhps roared at the Olive Bistro, Jubilee hills. The rally is conducted to spread awareness about the ill effects of high speed driving and also to make it a habit of practising traffic rules in the city. Before starting the rally, the CannonBall team briefed all the participating drivers before the event. All drivers are informed about the rules and regulations of the drive and told to strictly be in the limits if the traffic law and rules to ensure utmost safety during the drive always. This is the second time that Hyderabad city held such an event where were all the supercar owners got to showcase their cars and meet likeminded supercar owners. Naga Chaitanya who is also a supercar owner participated in the rally.
Reanult opens its new Showroom A new state if the art of PPS Motors Renault Himayat Nagar was inaugurated by Mr. Sumit Swaney who is Country CEO and Managing Director of Renault India Operations. The new dealership facilities will offer Renault India’s products and services to the discerning customers in Hyderabad and adjoin areas.
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A compilation of all things we are obsessing over this month
The Punisher
This brutal and grounded thriller is the best Marvel TV show out there. After exacting revenge on those responsible for the death of his wife and children, Frank Castle (Jon Bernthal) uncovers a conspiracy that runs far deeper than New York’s criminal underworld. Now known throughout the city as The Punisher, he must discover the truth about injustices that affect more than his family alone. The extremely strong ensemble cast -- which also includes Paul Schulze as CIA heavy William Rawlins and Shohreh Aghdashloo as Madani’s mother Farah -- is the perfect complement to the deft and detail-driven storyline crafted by creator and showrunner Steve Lightfoot and his creative team. They deserve some mighty lengthy applause for what they bring to life in these 13 episodes. We get to see a huge variety of insane fights, from tactical gun battles to gun-free brawls to blood-soaked duels.
Ancient sun-bleached ruins pierce blue skies as the Aegean laps at the endless coastline. And Greek culture is alive with passionate music, inspired cuisine and thrill-seeking activities. Encounter bold modern art, the melancholic throb of rembetika (blues songs) and artisans creating new work from traditional techniques. Greece has endless cultural pursuits and a calendar bursting with festivals, holidays and exhibits. Wander along cobbled Byzantine footpaths, hike into volcanoes, watch for dolphins and sea turtles, and cycle through lush forests. Or simply hop on a boat and set sail into the glittering blue beyond.
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Cross your legs. At least, cross your ankles. These are standing and universal instructions to women from their mothers, sisters, grandmas and random strangers. This is not just in public, but even if you’re at home, with your family. The sight of men, sitting comfortably with their legs open in a bus or a metro has never been a matter of concern; however, a woman sitting in similar manner often tends to invite disapproving gazes and negative comments. To break the gender stereotype, women across the world have been sharing photos of themselves, legs akimbo, on Instagram with the hashtag #womanspreading, and the movement is just getting stronger with even celebrities seemingly joining in with the the power pose.
Guys coming from reputed families seem to have forgotten their manners. It comes as no surprise that male ego is very fragile but, is not being able to handle rejection and instead, telling your friends it was you who ended things and spreading false rumours about the girl really worth it? Does it make you feel better about your insecurities, honey? 14 JANUARY, 2018 - TULIP
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Over a Cappuccino with Akshay Neelakantam Akshay Neelankantam, born and brought up in Hyderabad is a fitness fanatic. He has won the prestigious title of Mr. India 2017 and is looking to make his debut in Tollywood movies as a villain.
Tell us something about yourself? I am a Leo and my traits make my sun sign extremely evident. By profession, I am the Director of Hotel Jaya International & Proprietor, and Body Building India – NRK Agencies. By passion, I am a fitness model and actor. I have done my Engineering in Electronics and MBA in Marketing & Finance. I am a huge foodie and a fitness fanatic by nature. Describe your journey of Mr.India? My journey started in Jan 2017. I had enrolled for the competition in Jan 2017. From then, I had fixed my schedule and sorted out my diet. I owe my workouts to Mr. Kiran Kumar. He is my coach/guide/master when it comes to fitness. He is completely responsible for making me physically ready for the competition. My diet and workout was on point. I still remember getting onto Keto diet for about 6 months. For the last 3 months I had given up salt. My food used to be completely bland and boiled (High protein and fibre diet). I also used to read a lot of articles to improve my intellectual skills. We were asked to report at the Hotel Retreat on 26th June 2017. We were kept under strict observation for 5 whole days. We were judged based on looks, talent, personality, body and ramp walk. On 29th June, I had qualified into the top 16. On 30th June, it was a day long event. We were asked to walk the ramp in traditional as well as 16 JANUARY, 2018 - TULIP
formals. I still remember not eating anything the entire day. The result was declared at 10 pm. I was on stage with tears in my eyes and voice from my heart yelling “YESSSS!!! We have done it Akshay!” Tell us about your daily routine? My day starts of pretty late as I work till the late hours of the night. I tend to wake up by 10 am and hit the store by 12 pm. I am at my store till 6 pm looking after orders and sorting out deliveries for the day. As we deal in supplements and nutritional products. It’s very important to speak to each of my customers and guide them accordingly. I tend to hit the gym by 7 pm. 7 pm to 10 pm is my “NO PHONE ZONE”. My
workout time is the most peaceful time of the day for me. I have my dinner by 11 pm and get to work. I work on the workout and diet plans for my online clients. I plan their schedules and update their progress. I tend to crash around 3 am. What do you do in your leisure time if not working? I rarely get any leisure time. It’s only on Sundays that I get to sleep till my heart is happy. Sundays are generally my off days if I don’t have any shoots or shows scheduled. I take a complete break from my workout and diet on Sundays. How do you manage your work and personal life? I am fortunate enough that my work is my passion. My personal life to an extent is my work. My personal life is always reserved for the weekends. Saturday night is reserved for my friends and Sunday lunch is with my family. That’s how it helps me get back my energy to take on the week ahead. Your Fitness mantra? I believe in the concept that “A fit body represents a calm mind”. Fitness is never about a destination but it’s a lifestyle. In order to keep fit, you have to be consistent, hardworking and dedicated every single day. You need to inculcate discipline and keep following it every single day in order to get and stay fit.
What is your personal style like? I really don’t understand or believe in the concept of style. I feel that every person needs to have a personality. It’s like a barcode of that person. I am generally seen in casuals unless you bump into me at an event where you would find me suited up or in semi formals. No matter what I wear, you’d always see me confident and positive. I generally do what I do best- improvise.
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What is next for you? Right now, I have a few fashion shows and shoots in hand. But, I’m also looking for work in Tollywood. I would love to do a negative role as I feel I can do justice to it. Tell us something about family? My family is everything to me. I lost my father about 2 years back. He was and still is my Idol. Whatever I am today, the person that I am who is capable of standing on his own feet is because of my father. I was extremely close to him and only both of us knew the bond we shared. My mum, Kavitha Neelakantam is a housewife. I have a younger brother, Anush Neelakantam. He is doing his M.Sc in the USA. I am extremely close to one person in my family - Divya Bhojraj In relation she is my aunt but she is my go to person for my good, bad and ugly things in life. How has your life changed after winning the title of Mr. India? My life has completely changed post winning the title. People recognize me now. I have been getting good opportunities post the title. People look up to me as an inspiration which makes me feel so honoured. I always wanted to inspire people and motivate them. I am so glad that I am able to do this now. It’s the love I receive from the people that helps me keep my feet on the ground and yet aim for the stars. Did you always want to be in the fashion industry? I always wanted to be famous for the right reasons. I started my step into this industry post my 12th by joining a modelling course. It took me 5 long years to get my body into shape. Fashion industry fascinates me as it’s got a new thing to learn every single day. It keeps maturing and evolving day by day.
Rapid Fire What’s your favourite 90’s jam? One song that gets me all pepped up and ready to take on the world is “Nothing else Matters by Metallica”. It’s my all-time favourite. Pay most for what item of clothing? I have a shoe fetish. I spend loads on shoes. I currently have 42 pairs of footwear. Three places you would rather be right now? Shooting for my movie on the beach in Bali, chilling in Las Vegas with my friends, playing poker on a family vacation in Shimla. What freaks you out? I hate lizards. I just can’t stand them. Are you a morning person or night person? Definitely a night person Kiss, marry and kill? Deepika Padukone, Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt Kiss - Deepika Padukone (She is too damn hot) Marry - Priyanka Chopra (She is the perfect woman) Kill - Alia Bhatt (I actually wouldn’t kill her but would definitely love to be good friends with her as I think she is extremely sweet and happy go lucky types)
-As told to Rishika Pagadala
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An Empowering Leader A professional hotelier and an avid biker, Ravi Khubchandani, the General Manager of Novotel Hotel Shamshabad, is a people’s person who effortlessly connects with his team as well as his clients. He is a pragmatic innovator who is constantly working towards ideas and solutions to benefit all stakeholders of the business. Describe a typical day at work. There is perhaps no typical day in an hotelier’s life! My day usually begins with a quick meeting with my HODs and after that, it’s an incredible journey that involves engaging with several stakeholders for various agendas. Every hour brings along new challenges and opportunities, making the days slightly long but extremely exciting! What are the challenges that you have faced as the General Manager of Novotel? Hospitality in general and Hyderabad in specific has been evolving at a very fast pace with constant changes in business dynamics. For Novotel Hyderabad Airport, my team and I have worked diligently to adapt ourselves better to the ever-changing requirements of our guests and achieve a unique perception and positioning for the hotel. The hotel with its services and features is the first choice for guests looking for a weekend getaway or for a venue for corporate events, weddings and social celebrations! Albeit with an enthusiastic team, this has never felt like a challenge; instead, it has been an enriching adventure. How would you describe your leadership style? I don’t particularly follow a specific style of leadership. I believe the best way to operate is to create and work closely with an enthusiastic team that has the aspiration and zeal to achieve the common goal of excelling together. I also believe in the new-age operational style that boasts of a rather flat and approachable hierarchy that embraces new ideas and innovation; this, in turn, helps in sailing through the most complex of situations with great ease and also constantly staying ahead of the curve. What are the changes you’ve made to ensure better functioning of the hotel? During my time at Novotel Hyderabad Airport, I have made constant efforts to revive & enhance the team’s energy and sentiment whilst inducing a strong sense of ownership and autonomy that helps everyone to always look further and go beyond! We have also made the hotel extremely adaptable to the needs of our guests with lot more passion, warmth and innovation in our service. The team is also more agile and adept at best catering to the needs of our business and leisure guests alike! What according to you are the top three reasons that make Novotel different from the other hotels? Novotel Hyderabad Airport is a distinct hotel offering unique features like the sports arena where you can enjoy a game of tennis, basketball, sandpit- volleyball etc. We also house one of the largest gyms in the city along with a picturesque swimming pool and other indoor activities like table tennis and pool table. All of these complemented with serene and tranquil surroundings make Novotel Hyderabad
Airport an ideal venue for a family staycation. Our banquets of various configurations and huge open-air venues also make us the ideal destination for corporate events, weddings and other lifestyle and automotive events. How can social media be used as an asset in the hotel industry? Social media is an irreplaceable part of everyone’s personal and professional lives today. Social media provides hotels with a farreaching, fast and cost-effective medium to showcase their features and services to the target audience. Social media has also helped us get detailed insights on the emerging trends and the pulse of our guests in real time; eventually, this information can be certainly utilized for revenue generation opportunities. What was your most successful event to date? It is very difficult to select one event from a series of hugely successful events that we have hosted at the hotel. Nonetheless, I would like to make a mention of an automobile launch event at the hotel late last year, that spanned over 20 days with a tight back-to-back schedule of events not only in various venues of the hotel but also in some distant and complex outdoor locations. The mettle and perseverance of the team were tested and we emerged successful with substantial revenues and a very happy and loyal client! What do you do in your leisure time? I’m a biker and I love going for rides with my friends and even by myself! Being at Novotel Hyderabad Airport, I get easy access to some serene and interesting biking terrains in the vicinity. Where do you see yourself in the next five years? Once an hotelier always an hotelier! In the years ahead, I look forward to many more exciting and challenging opportunities that will keep evolving me as an hotelier. Your inspiration and why? This might sound a little idealistic but my inspirations are the delighted guests and an ever energetic team that is always raring to go!
-As told to Rabica Zulfiqar 18 JANUARY, 2018 - TULIP
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The Social Media Mavens
Becoming a social media influencer is sizzling right now and it’s a job that many millennials dream of having. You see all these bloggers and vloggers travelling globally inspiring wanderlust (and sometimes envy), earning huge sums of money, sharing their expertise with their followers and maybe even changing the world. Blogging and publishing content on social media can be a hobby for some, and a full-time career for others. It also allows brands to connect with their audience in a more organic way, when compared to the traditional forms of digital advertising. It may seem all merry and bright but a lot more goes into being a social media influencer than just picking the perfect filter. We’ve got for you the best bloggers of Hyderabad sharing their views on how they think social media has influenced the various industries. - By Rabica Zulfiqar
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Ishna Rawlani,
@ishnarawlani My style is very experimental! I don’t believe in sticking to one genre, I love trying all new things possible. With changing times, social media is playing a major role! The question isn’t about how social media is influencing the fashion industry; it’s all about how much the fashion industry has blossomed because of digital marketing and media! I owe everything to Facebook & Instagram, it has helped me connect with people all over the country and I can collaborate with them. Various brands and I connect through the power of visibility that only social media has bestowed upon us! It’s not that blogging is a new concept, there have always been people who blogged, vlogged and documented their life on websites but they started gaining popularity when people starting posting on social media through platforms like Instagram/ Facebook or Twitter. It is something we can’t do without and that helps us stay strong in the game! Tip: Always be consistent and don’t stop, it’s all about the quality and not quantity. Keep doing the good work and opportunities will come your way. 20 JANUARY, 2018 - TULIP
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Classy And Fabulous
Satpreet Kaur,
@fashioneatista Being a lifestyle blogger, I write about things I am passionate about like good food, luxury travel, experiential reviews and a lot more with a mix of style in everything. All the pictures on my blog are clicked by me, well except the ones I am posing for, of course. I am a lover of aesthetics and I think that is something that comes to me very naturally. Since I work full time, this is more of a growing passion for me and I choose things to do or brands to associate accordingly. I like to give full attention to details and put my best in whatever I am doing, I love multitasking when I am on the move but when I am penning it all down I prefer doing one thing at a time. My style, however, is very classy and feminine. Anything that is vintage is my inspiration; from floral prints, ruffles, maxi dress and of course denim. I feel social media has a great influence in everything we do. To pick a restaurant we browse Zomato, to pick a holiday we read endless curated destination lists, to pick an outfit we can now see how to style it before buying it and if it suits a particular body type. I think it’s made everything a lot easier all in the comfort of our smartphones. Tip- when I finalise a destination, I read a lot about it and make my own list of things to do and places to visit. The world is too big to repeat a destination until unless the city has a lot to offer and a single visit isn’t enough to cover it all. But when you read our blogs you save so much of your time, you don’t have to research or make your own lists. All you have to do is read the blog that comes with a virtual insight to a place and just decide if you would like to visit it or not. TULIP - JANUARY, 2018 21
LIFESTYLE
Dazzling Diva
Shiwangi Vijaywargiya,
@Shiwangivijaywargiya I like to play around with all kinds clothing adding my tinge to it making it versatile for a normal girl to walk in. It was only self-interest which grew over time and I decided to give it a try. A large part of social media is influenced by the fashion industry as it has always been active and has been changing its way of approach to reach the target market. For the fashion industry to present themselves easy and on the fingertips of a huge part of the crowd which is always active on such a platform is a huge plus point. I would also say it’s an impressive marketing strategy adopted in recent times to communicate with a large chunk of audience exposing the products. As said, marketing is fuel for the fashion industry. Fashion brands use social media for advertising and to engage their target market. Other uses include reporting on fashion news, providing customers with company updates and announcements about new fashion lines, events and promotions. Technology has finally made its stand stronger in our country where it was of a thing to have internet back in the days which is what is fuelling the reach of brands, offers, promotions new launches etc through social media now Tip: To never look back is my go-to mantra. Start wherever you are and keep it going until you reach where you want to be.
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The Soulful Writer Devesh Baheti,
@_thenakedsoul_ My personal style is very laid back. It oscillates between simple, clean structures, in muted colours. Normcore androgynous wear in larger structures is particularly my favourite a of dressing up. It’s fuss-free, minimalistic but also stylish at the same time. Comfort and confidence inspire me. I feel that the immense reach and popularity of social media has made fashion more democratic. Earlier it used to be a few elite people, who’d have a say in what the trend is, or how successful it is, but due to the reach of the digital age, everyone has an instant opinion. This kind of instant feedback has opened many doors for the industrywallas to take notes and see what works or doesn’t. Take in case, Sabyasachi, Ayush Kejriwal or Anita Dongre - all these designers rely heavily on the impact their photo stories have on their followers because they’ve hit the sweet note of being able to milk out of this opportunity given to them. Also, a whole new career has been given importance to because of the rise and rise of social media’s influence on fashion - that of Fashion Blogging. Tip: Don’t try to ape someone else. If your aesthetic is of a Sabyasachi Kanjeevaram Saree, you rock those 9 yards like no one else ever has. Or if it’s a Vera Wang Gown, so be it. Your personal style has got to speak about your personality. It’s the cover of your book. Let it be as authentic as you can have it be. TULIP - JANUARY, 2018 23
LIFESTYLE
Krutika Singh Rathore
@krutikasingh1421 For me, style is all about comfort. Hailey Baldwin is my inspiration I absolutely love her style! It’s totally street style and she pulls off every look with great finesse. Also, my mother inspires me every day. Social media is an amazing platform for communication between the producers and the consumers. It’s the best way for people to know what is new and what the latest styles are and based on the response of the customers, the designers can understand what attracts them and what styles are more customer friendly. People are best connected through social media and it’s a really easy way for the designers to publicize their brands. Brands also collaborate with models, photographers, bloggers through which their work reaches a wider audience. Fashion which not only has clothes but also shoes and accessories which are new and different and fresh every day is really benefited by this. So social media and fashion run parallel and work well together and make the work of the consumers and producers much more easy and quick. It reaches and attracts millions of customers through visual images. The customers are the lead in this process and social media plays a major role in the growth of fashion industry and makes the world a fashionable happy place. Tip: Whatever you wear, wear it with confidence as that’s what matters the most!
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Young And Restless
LIFESTYLE
The Dapper Dude
Dheeraj,
@himstylejournal My Instagram reflects my personal style which is minimal and edgy. High street fashion is what inspires me and aesthetics are what I live for. A well put together outfit is what makes me feel confident. It also made me explore and understand style and how important it can be in expressing your personality. Social media is the present and future. Everything is a click away and so are inspirations and ideas. Instagram is filled with millions of #ootd and #wiwt posts for your daily inspo. Social media and fashion industry influence each other. A lot of international brands use social media to build brand image and reach potential consumers. Collaborations between brands and influencers are what make it interesting. Tip: Make sure your clothes match a similar colour palette to get the perfect look. TULIP - JANUARY, 2018 25
COVER STORY
The festival of all things that soar Sankranti is quite the big deal in Hyderabad. Every house is bustling with festive energy and the sky is coloured with glittering kites weaving lazily through the clouds. Sankranti is a festival of child-like innocence, everybody is arguing about cutting each other’s “manjhas” and people are jumping about on terraces with spools of colourful string. Hyderabad’s Sankrantis are brimming with ecstasy and zeal, things are happening all around the city. So let’s dive into a crash course of what the city is up to this Sankranti!
Almond House
Firstly, Sankranti is not Sankranti without dessert. Atta Ka Halwa, Dal Puri and Coconut Almond Barfi are essential to the Sankranti legacy. What better place to enjoy a sweet-filled Sankranti rather than at Almond House. Almond House’s renovated edition is the perfect place to drop by for a bowl of hot halwa or a meticulously packed box of til ke ladoos. Almond House is a great place for traditional desserts. Address: 8-2-348-3, Road no. 2, Banjara Hills. Ph: 04066628084
Ahmed Kites
If you are ‘patang’ people, then Ahmed Kites in Gulzar house near Charminar is terrific. They have kites ranging from Rs.2 to Rs.100. They even sell custom made kites; you can print out your favourite superhero or a company logo on a kite! Alongside kites they even sell razor sharp manjas, plain saadi thread and charkhas. Address: Near Kali Kaman, Kali Kaman Road, Gulzar Houz Ph: 04024342553
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Hyderabad Golf Club
Sankranti brings in a number of bashes and galas around the cities, the most iconic and popular being the annual Hyderabad Golf Club. You can opt for flying kites and frolic around in the green field of the golf club, or you can stop at the stalls set around the club for grilled fish or chicken or a plate of Nutella crepes *kisses fingertips* You can spend the day at the golf club, amongst the wild, joyful crowd, seated inside the club or out in the pavilion set up on the field. You will need to get passes in advance, and if you are a member you are welcome anytime! Address: Hyderabad Golf club, Jhansi Nagar Colony, Surya Nagar, Golconda Fort. Ph: 04065588103
Vara Mahalakshmi
If you are the persistent Sankranti shopper, Vara Mahalakshmi is your place to go to. Elegant weaves in all shades of the rainbow, the festive colour of green, winking gold, wine red and champagne whites. Start your year in style with Vara Mahalakshmi’s elegant, intricate traditional weaves that are a great fit for the festive season that kickstarts. Address: 8-2-293/82/A/1168, Road no. 56, G Ram Reddy Marg, Jubilee Hills. Ph: 9246223975
Simply South
If you are neither a shopaholic nor a kite flyer then eating a robust South Indian meal on Sankranti is something that is essential to an iconic Sankranti day. Simply South in Film Nagar is a great place to dine at. Hot steaming plates of idly, crisp paper dosas, spicy tangy bowls of sambar, robust ‘kadampodi’ and mellow Pongal bowls are the recipe for a perfect Sankranti day. Address: Plot No. 258, Road No.82, Filmnagar. Ph: 9100717999
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COVER STORY Here is what people around the city are up to on Sankranti! Rashmi Thakur, Indian
model and actress, who has won Miss Planet India 2016, Miss Andhra Pradesh 2014 and was also Miss Asia International 1st runner-up has made India proud. She is currently working on her brand launch which exports handlooms abroad which is soon going to be out. She wants to restore the Indian heritage.
Tell us something about yourself? I am a free spirit and love to travel. I have been around the world, explored different places and cuisines. I also love music and I’m an animal lover. Well, I am passionate about cars, watches and handbags; I also own some of the best. How did you feel when you won a pageant? Well, my entry to beauty pageant happened by accident, I cherish the moment always. I was also the 1st runner-up of Miss Asia International. Whenever I think about my first crowning moment I feel very thrilled and it gives me the sense of achievement in life. Being in an International pageant where I was representing India was a proud moment for me especially when people call you not by your name but by your country. It was a very exhilarating moment for me to be part of an international platform and winning it. I loved the experience. How was the journey so far? My journey was not all smooth; it was a roller coaster ride. Sometimes up and down, but it was definitely a fun ride. I would have regretted if I wouldn’t have been in this industry since I got to learn a lot and saw myself growing. Tell us something about your work? Apart from being a model right now, I am working on my handloom brand. My idea is to restore the heritage of Indian culture, in the process I want to promote handlooms abroad and ensure that the weavers get work. So I am launching my very own brand to export handlooms overseas directly from weavers. Our designers are coming up with extraordinary patterns to meet the today’s fashion trends.
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What are your plans for this Sankranthi? Sankranthi is a colourful festival. As always, I catch up with my close friends and family. I love to do rangoli as this festival is all about girls showing off their skills in drawing the traditional rangolis I love this part the most because I like to fill up the designs with colours. My family makes the most delicious South Indian sweets and other savoury items. Well flying a kite is not my cup of tea so I just sit with my brothers and friends watch them fly the kites. This festival is my personal favourite because there are joy and laughter. You get to spend some good quality time with your loved ones. What is your personal style like? I always like to keep it simple nothing too much. A black tee and jeans are my favourite; I pair them with sunglasses. But then I always love to update my wardrobe with the latest fashion. When I am going overseas for a vacation, I buy a lot of stuff there. What do you do when not working? I love to spend some good time with my friends. I have a pet dog, Zoey Thakur, I spend a lot of time with him and he is a stress buster. Also, I love to go shopping so I end up shopping whenever I am free. What is your skincare regime? I have all essential skin care in my bag as I travel a lot. I take care proper care of my skin. Drinking water is a must and I also drink green tea every day, at least once. I use SPF cream every 3 hours when I am out. Even in a hectic schedule, no matter how tired I am I make sure that I remove my makeup and apply eye cream, night cream for my face and lip balm before going bed.
COVER STORY Ditya Reddy, Arjun Reddy and their children Advaith and Deekshita What are your Sankranti traditions? Well Sankranti is a very important festival to me like it is to most people. Coming to traditions: one day before Sankranti, on Bhogi day we light up a bonfire before dawn. This symbolizes a new dawn with new hope. Another important tradition is that we offer prayers to the lord of the sun on this day and also pray to our ancestors for their blessings. This is a tradition that usually most people follow, which we do too. Our traditions mean a lot to us as a family. Why is Sankranti so important to you? Sankranti is an important festival across India, it has a number of different names, like Gudi Padwa or Lohri and so on so forth. We call it Makara Sankranti; it is celebrated when the sun moves into the Capricorn sign. It is the festival of the Harvest. Sankranti is like an Indian version of Thanksgiving, we are thankful for the food we eat and also for all the luxuries. It is a festival that is prominent; it revolves around all the things that we are grateful for. What is it that your children and husband love and enjoy doing on Sankranti? Well, all of us have different things that we like to do on this day apart from the traditional lunch we have with our parents and in-laws. My husband is very particular about kite flying, he absolutely enjoys it. We fly kites in the evening with friends and family. The kid’s feast on the traditional sweets specially made for Sankranti. A few of our friends have Sankranti celebrations in their villages sometimes. If we
happen to go there, I enjoy watching rooster fights or gambling but with minimal stakes, just as a little fun element. Any secret recipes or dishes you would like to share with us? I can barely cook to save my life, so I don’t have any ‘secret’ recipes. But usually, my favourite sweets during the festive season are Pootharekulu and Nippati. Pootharekulu is made with sugar and a thin paper-like substance which is edible. Nippati is made with jaggery and flour. Both are typical Telugu sweets. What is your traditional go to for Sankranti? Our traditional go-to is our parents and in-laws place, as that’s where we get all the traditional food, advice and knowledge about the festival.
Shilpa Chowdary, Srinivas Prasad and their son Sai Durga Krissh What are your Sankranti traditions? We keep it pretty simple on Sankranti. We ignite the Bhogi bonfire a day before Sankranti. On the day of Sankranti we conduct an elaborate puja, we pray for good fortune, luck and happiness. After the puja, we feast on bowls of Pongal and sesame ladoos. We then get the blessings of our elders, my in-laws, and we look at the previous year in retrospect. Why is Sankranti so important to you? I adore the festival of Sankranti; it’s one of those festivals where the golden thread of love binds you together as a family. Sankranti is that time of the year when I am truly grateful and thankful to the Lord for everything he has blessed me with, all the luxuries and good things that have come my way. It is a festival where you don’t just thank god for all things that are material and have a monetary basis, you thank him for all the love, joy and beauty that he has enveloped you in. Sankranti also holds a deep connection with me; it marks the triumph of good against evil. It’s about shunning pessimism and adopting optimism.
What is it that your children and husband love and enjoy doing on Sankranti? My son is ecstatic when Sankranti rolls around; his requests for kites begin weeks before Sankranti day. My husband takes to his childlike innocence, and my son and he have a gala time flying kites on the rooftop in the biting breeze. We also go to the Hyderabad Golf Club Sankranti festival and my son is bedazzled by the counters selling warm Nutella crepes and tandoori. My husband enjoys the traditional food prepared at home, especially the Nippati. He is a fan of the steaming bowl of Pongal that is our little Sankranti tradition. Any secret recipes or dishes you would like to share with us? I’m not the greatest cook, I wish I was *laughs*. But I do adore sesame Laddoos, Vadai and Perugu Garelu. I am a major fangirl for Vadai, it is just something about the golden crispy Vadai that sets off an alarm in my brain. Laddoos and Perugu Garelu come second in line. Nothing beats the Vadai. What is your traditional go-to for Sankranti? Well I enjoy being unconventional, but with regard to Sankranti I bring out the traditional guns. I enjoy dressing up in traditional weaves, silk sarees or ikat sarees being my favourite. I also enjoy reflecting and praying alongside my husband. I like decorating the house traditionally, with marigold ‘maalas’ and purchasing new clothes to redress the god statue that is installed in my puja room. I would have to say, traditionally, Makara Sankranti is one of my favourite festivals all year-round. It symbolizes a fortunate year to come.
- By Advaitika Badruka & Rishika Pagadala
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FASHION
Suit Up Every man should own a great suit. Zero exceptions. John Hamm’s role in Mad Men pretty much single-handedly made suiting glamorous again. Wearing a suit makes men feel confident, and look great. While a great suit will make you feel and look sharp, world-wise, and sophisticated, a bad one will make you look like a hack or some man-child who still gets dressed by his mommy. It isn’t merely about donning a suit. There’s so much that goes into wearing one. It’s all about a glove-like fit and attention to detail. Don’t be bogged down by the rules. If there’s one thing that guarantees instant attention, that of the good kind, everywhere you go, it’s your own suit. So it helps to know a thing or two about buying, wearing, and caring for the one you choose. Every guy even Ralph Lauren himself started as a suit virgin, and we know that your first time standing in the suiting section can be overwhelming. Our suit guide is here to help you find a great suit, at whatever price you choose to pay, that’ll make you look smart, handsome, and like you’ve got the world hooked.
- By Rishika Pagadala
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FASHION
The fabric should depend on how frequently you wear the suit. Go for more durable fabrics for everyday wear.
Unfasten the buttons while sitting down. This one is a must. Unless you want to spoil your suit or look like a stuffed potato or maybe both! Button the shirt at the top. While you’re at it, do ensure that you’re not choking yourself out. In case you are, please change the shirt.
A pocket square adds an extra level of polish, but make sure it doesn’t match your tie in either pattern or fabric choice. Before you go totally conservative, remember that the pocket square is where you get the most freedom and the one place you get to add a little oomph to your suit.
The last button should always be open. The last button of your suit is purely for aesthetic purposes. You don’t need to bother with it. Keep it open. Always!
Thin Lapels are more modern. Wide lapels are more old-school, Mad Men style.
Don’t go overboard with accessories. If you are trying to look clean and sophisticated, just let your suit do the talking. When it comes to dressing up, less is indeed more.
If you wear suspenders, don’t wear belts. The purpose of suspenders is to hoist up your trousers, just like a belt. Donning both is redundant.
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FASHION The colour of your tie has to be in contrast with your suit. If it’s a dark coloured suit, make sure to get a tie in a lighter shade and if it’s a light coloured suit then opt for a darker shade.
Sleeve cuffs should be exposed about half an inch. For a harmonious look, try to match the visible cuff length to the amount of collar that is visible at the back of the neck.
The shoulders of the suit should hug your shoulders. With a suit, it’s all about the fit. And the true test of your suit rests on your shoulders. There shouldn’t be any gap between the shirt’s collar and the suit. Those are the signs of ill-fitting and it always looks tacky.
For a corporate look, opt for a doublebreasted jacket with a notched lapel. Even in these, leave the last button open. Tie Knots should be of decent size because size does matter here as well. Anything too big is jarring and too small fails to make a mark. Always go with the classic Windsor knot for your tie.
Double vents in the back are more modern and fashionable. This look is also more flattering for larger figures, and it gives you enough room to do that effortlessly causal “hand in pocket” thing.
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The tie-bar should not be wider than the tie. It’s like wearing trousers too long for your legs. Agreed they solve the purpose but there’s something to be said about aesthetics and visuals too, right?
Now that you know all that you need to know about suits, so go ahead and suit right up.
FASHION
Jade Blue
Model: Junaid On Him: Blazer, Shirt, Trousers; All by Jade Blue Park Citi Plaza, Road No.1 Banjara Hills. Ph: 040-23307774
Contraditions
Model: Junaid On Him: Blazer, Shirt, Trousers; All by Contraditions Road No. 4, Banjara Hills. Ph: 040-65581492
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FASHION
To make it easier for you we have round up some of the best stores in Hyderabad where you can find the best suits.
Canali
Canali has been a paradigm of tailor-made Italian luxury and men’s elegance for more than 80 years. It has been promoting the values of Made in Italy excellence through its artisanal know-how, creating sartorial masterpieces of exceptional wearability and comfort in a perfect balance of elements that blends culture and history with style and taste. The Canali Tailoring Principles uses innovation to achieve aesthetic perfection, continuously renewing with a meticulous attention to detail and the use of premium fabrics. Address: Hotel Taj Krishna, Road No 1, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad Contact: 040 66365112
BlackBerrys
India’s most distinctive, innovative and affordable luxury style partners with men, helping them in their ever-evolving journey of success. This brand’s core focus has always been to create something new and provide the Indian Man with the best wardrobe solutions. Blackberrys is a one stop shop for your wardrobe needs. Address: Venkat Nagar, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad Contact: 040 69997733
Tailorman
At Tailorman they combine the charm of old-world, personalised, made-to-measure experience with cutting edge technology that brings to you accessible luxury. They help you design your own garments that are timeless in style, have the perfect fit and are of the highest quality. One deserves clothing that is made to fit, no matter what size, one that makes you feel stylish and confident. You can even get custom made suits for yourself. Address: Road No 36, Jubliee Hills, Hyderabad Contact: 180030001575 34 JANUARY, 2018 - TULIP
FASHION
Take time to choose your dress watch and it will lift your wardrobe to an entirely new level. After all, it’s your ultimate accessory. We have listed down our best picks of watches which goes with your suit.
Panerai
Luminor 1950 Regatta 3 days Chrono
The Panerai Luminor 1950 Regatta 3 days Chrono Flyback Automatic Titanio is Panerai at its best. Excellent design, a thoroughly impressive movement and a feature set that is practical. Price : Rs. 11,74,000/-
Breitling Superocean Heritage Chronographe 46
The Breitling Superocean Heritage Chronographe combines an unusal appearance with excellent performances. Devotees of style, sturdiness and comfort will appreciate the choice of wristbands. Price : Rs. 3,67,130/-
TAG Heuer
Aquaracer Caliber 5
The Aquaracer Calibre 5 model achieves what it sets out to by maintaining its classic, yet distinctive modern look, holding on to its place within TAG Heuer’s collection as one of its most sought after, affordable timepieces. Price : Rs. 1,34,600/-
Omega Seamaster Driver
Complete with the Co-Axial calibre 2500, OMEGA’s sporty Seamaster Driver 300M features reliable and accurate performance above and below the water’s surface. Price : Rs. 1,22,600/-
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FASHION
WORKNIG IN STYLE Kranthi Kiran Nerusu, a well-known businessman and a sucker for cars, is making quite a buzz in the city. He was just 18 years old when he moved out from his hometown and came to Hyderabad to make a name for himself. He knows how when one is treated when one has no money and has started everything from scratch. He has always wanted to maintain a good status in the society where people recognize him as a successful businessman. Knowing he couldn’t work under someone since he does not like to take orders or criticism, he wanted to be his own boss and started his business called Kranthi Coastal Impex Pvt. Ltd. which deals with the import and export. “Presently we are doing transportation for Telangana government, which is huge for me. I came to Hyderabad with one backpack and stayed at a hotel that I knew of. I told them that I would stay there for the time being but would make the payment later. Then, I started going around districts offering my proposals for business and that’s how I got my first tender which immediately changed my career. After that, I paid the hotel bill, bought my first office space, car and a flat. Right now I am fully settled in Hyderabad running 5 companies and I am currently planning to set up a business in the education sector too. I don’t have any interests/hobbies as such; I don’t like partying or going out with friends, all I want to do is business and make a name for myself.” He is a happy go lucky person who likes to travel alone and loves his cars. “I like to travel alone in my car and explore the city of Hyderabad; that’s my muse.” He has done civil engineering after which he got into the construction business and gradually moved to transportation, which turned out to be a success, and there was no looking back since. Kranthi believes that wearing a suit gives you a sense of power. “Wearing a suit is like a pride for a businessman. It gives you the feeling of being in control and makes you look professional.” When asked about where he wants to see himself 5 years from now he says “Every famous person has the tagline like Aishwarya Rai is beautiful or say Ambani is known for being the richest person so 5 years from now I want to see myself getting a tagline like a successful businessman”.
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CUISINE
CHAI, COFFEE
& Biscuit!
Whether you’re one of those people who can’t wake up in the morning without a strong cup of coffee or one who prefers to start the day with a nice, hot pot of tea or just needs either for an energy boost, this article is for you! The battle between tea and coffee supremacy has been something of a lopsided war over the years, but we’re not here to decide what’s better; we’re here to tell you some of our favourite places where you can have some amazing tea and coffee. With a plethora of options like hot and cold coffee, black, green and iced tea, here are our top picks! - By Rabica Zulfiqar
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CUISINE Eclaire A super chic patisserie, Eclaire is famous for its lip-smacking cheesecakes and desserts. A little-known fact is that they also in serve some of the best coffees like ee coff hot From ad. erab Hyd Espresso, Cappuccino, Latte and ee, Mocha to Flavoured Iced Coff pe, Frap te cola Cho and ee Coff Cold es tast one h they have it all and eac et forg ’t don , Also ! zing absolutely ama e cak ese che te cola cho ir to try the which is to die for! 12, Address: 8-2-682/B/6, Road bad era Hyd s, Banjara Hill Ph: 040 33165718
Guilt Trip People’s favourite place for desserts, Guilt Trip also offers a wide array of options for coffee and tea like Virgin Irish Coffee, English Breakfast Tea, Peach Ice Tea and Choco Frappe with whipped cream. Their Caramel Frappe and Hazelnut Cappuccino are a must-try! Just like their desserts, you will surely fall in love with their coffee and tea! Address: 8-2-585/2/ A/1, Road 9, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad Ph: 040 65155050
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BEAUTY
fresh start
Do you have a huge collection of lipsticks, bronzers, serums, eyeshadows and body lotions and end up running late every morning because you can’t find anything? For any makeup lover, *cough* hoarder, *cough* storing your beloved products and losing your favourite red lipstick in your sea of colourful nail polish can seem a little overwhelming at times. Instead of having your makeup shoved haphazardly into closets, rolling around the drawers, cluttering the countertops and getting lost in the shuffle, it’s time to keep it organized! We’ve asked one of the best, most loved makeup artist in the city, Tamanna Rooz, to share with us her tips on decluttering. We’ve also rounded up 8 of the most innovative makeup storage ideas that will have your vanity looking tidier and much more functional. 40 JANUARY, 2018 - TULIP
- By Rabica Zulfiqar
How to declutter your makeup collection? Divide everything into different categories. Separate your collection into Lips, Face and Eyes. For lips; lip liner, liquid, matte & glass lipstick. For face; foundation, concealer, blushes, bronzer, highlighters, etc. For eyes; liner, eye pencils, eyeshadows, mascara, and so on. After this, get rid of the expired products. Here is the product expiration period list, after which you should dispose of the product. Eyeliner: 6 months to 1 year Mascara: 3 – 6 months Blush, eyeshadow and other powder cosmetics: 1 -2 years Foundation: 6 months to 1 year Lipstick: 1 year 1. It is advisable to do away with the cosmetics within the time period specified above. However, since we do spend a lot of money on them, sometimes the decision to throw them away can be discretionary. You may want to check for changed color, texture or foul smells. If that is the case, then it’s time to let them go. 2. Now get rid of the products you think won’t work for you; the shade/ colour doesn’t suit you or you just don’t like it and don’t want to use it any further. Sometimes, it’s hard to let go of a product you’ve spent a lot of money on. You keep telling yourself that you’ll find a way to use it or make it work, but you never do. Now is the time to get rid of it. You can pass on products which are in a good condition but don’t work for you. It might work for someone else, maybe a sister or a friend.
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3. Create a “maybe pile” and decide which ones are similar and try some products again on your face and if you like it put it back in your collection or it’s giveaway time! 4. Constantly rotate your makeup. 5. Once you’re done with decluttering, throw away the expired products; don’t give them to someone else. Since they’ve expired, they may cause skin irritation or infection. If you follow these steps, you won’t keep on stacking up your makeup drawer.
What’s in trend for 2018? When it comes to makeup trends for 2018, it boils down to glossy textures. “Sexy shine”, is the next generation of highlight – it’s not just a highlight, it’s glossy. Do you remember the mass madness for fuchsia, red and all the pink shades? Now lilac has become the main shade; be it makeup, clothes or nails. Lips are going to be majorly nudes. In hair, it’s all about keeping it simple and chic. Flat, sleek hair with braids — lots of braids, are in. This season, logo manicure is here to stay. Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Dior, Lagerfeld, all the top brands are on your hands, in the figurative sense of the word. It’s the year of frills, soft pastels, and asymmetric cuts. There are going to be a lot of off shoulder dresses to enhance the sensual and glamorous feminine side. Your favourite cosmetic product. Bumble and Bumble Thickening Dryspun finish.
Adorable Mason Jars Storage
Mason jars are so simplistic and efficient, and this amazing makeup storage idea makes it so elegantly beautiful. Just run wild with creativity; paint them with bright colours, add glitter or use washi tapes to decorate, and use these to store just about anything that fits!
Keep Brushes Upright
A transparent vase filled with glossy, coloured stones or coffee beans to hold your brushes in place so you don’t have to hunt for them in your drawer.
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Cake Stand
If you’re the type who wants to see their makeup set out, this is an enjoyable and economical method to do so. You can leave it as is or get innovative with some scrapbook paper for a more tailored appearance.
Old Candle Jar Pyramid
This innovative makeup storage idea will save your time and tidy up your room. Grab at least six old candle jars and glue them on top of one another to make a pyramid.
Use an Ice Cube Tray
If you prefer to purchase your eyeshadows by individual shades instead of big palettes, then you probably have jars and jars of colours to sift through every day – unless you line them up by shade in an ice cube tray!
Recycled Plastic Bottles
The first time you look at these amazing storage jars, you won’t believe they’re recycled plastic bottles. Cut them up in the right size and design and use an iron for the finishing touches. It makes them stand out from the ordinary.
Shoe Hanging Racks
If you do not have an appropriate counter area, think about purchasing a low-cost shoe organizer to hold on your restroom door or closet. It’s even better if you can find a transparent one. There will be more pockets for all your items than you most likely even require!
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Compartmentalized Drawer
Use little containers to compartmentalize your drawers. This way your makeup won’t be rolling around the drawers or getting misplaced.
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NEW DREAM, NEW VISION
Startups are common words used to define a new business set up. Startups can be well thought of and provoking ideas, set into full force by the financial aid of few. As we know startups are the beginning of something new, something aspirational and creative. Being your own boss, investing millions in funding, and the glamour associated with startup life pulls youngsters into the roller-coaster ride that is running and managing a start up.Yes, it’s hard and you might put in your best but it may not be enough to pull it off. But, the only thing we were taught since childhood was to never give up. Get inspired by the hundreds of people who have failed and bounced back as successful entrepreneurs. Below are few startups which are unique in their own way-
BAMBOO HOUSE INDIA
Bamboo House India is a social enterprise established by two first generation entrepreneurs Prashant Lingam (Management Graduate) and Aruna Kappagantula (Science Graduate). The company provides sustainable livelihood opportunities to rural and tribal communities dependent on using bamboo as an economic driver as bamboo is an eco-friendly substitute for wood, steel, iron steel and plastic. Their new project Recycled India, at present aims at making furniture out of scrap tires, drums, bus shelters out of empty pet bottles, footwear out of tires, speakers out of tires, low cost houses with discarded pet bottles, furniture with cardboard waste, lighting systems with tires, sofa sets with pet bottles and a whole lot of things. This startup is unique and includes everything that can be recycled. “We recently came across an incident where we saw tires being burnt openly and when inquired, the owner said he had no other solution to discard scrap tires hence the idea of utilizing scrap tires for making furniture and other value-added products originated. Being a social enterprise ALREADY working in bamboo, we decided to take up another challenge of addressing tire scrap.”- said Prashant Lingam and Aruna Kappagantula. The issue overlooked by everyone is actually being addressed and taken care of by the team Recycled India to make the world a better place to live in. Prashant Lingam & Aruna Kappagantula Owners Address: Road Number 10, Swaroopnagar Colony, Uppal. Email: bamboohouseindia@gmail.com
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COLLAB HOUSE
Young, energetic and enthusiastic entrepreneurs are hustling hard on their dreams to make the world a better place. Furthermore, an entrepreneur gets an opportunity to connect, interact and collaborate with fellow coworkers. Collab House Hyderabad is one such co-working space in Jubilee Hills offering accessible and affordable coworking space with great benefits. Collab House (www.collab.house) is an integrated collaboration space (Makerspace, Co-working, Event space) providing service consulting focused ondesign, technology and community. Collab House is one of India’s best collaborative/ maker spaces and the most engaged and loved in Hyderabad. Behind a successful startup, the workspace is the most important factor to be considered. Vineel Reddy Pindi, Founder and CEO of Collab House quotes“The first year we experimented with all kinds of activities, meetups, workshops, guest talks, training’s, hackathons, movie screening, standup comedy, 3D printer workshops, design evenings, anything and everything we could think of to keep exploring the kind of things we can support with and weave into the ecosystem and identify where we could do maximum impact. Our major challenge was people didn’t have awareness around such spaces, as there was no such concept in Hyderabad. So we made a conscious effort to focus on building awareness around these spaces on why these are more than just a real estate space, the ways they could be part of a larger community, grow their network and business, all our efforts and activities were in this direction. Slowly people started seeing the value, more than 90% of the memberships we had were converted from either they visited one of the workshops or meetup at Collab House. we engaged with a few hundreds of thousands of people through our various online and offline platforms over the last and a half years. Around 40 organizations and communities partnered with us including TEDx, Teach for India, Make a Difference, AIESEC, Street Cause, Mozilla, Google Developer Group, Hyderabad Artists Community, and several other technologies, creative and social impact communities. Our Clients include Yahoo!, Mozilla, Microsoft, PwC and more.’’ The startup based in Hyderabad and Bangalore plans to grow organically and collaboration is the driving force behind what they do. The future demands a connected world that combine skills, tools, community, and technology for the purpose to design, prototype and create the things that haven’t been done before. The world today calls for new kinds of collaboration and building—and new kinds of problem-solvers enabling future growth and success for Collab House is certain. Founder & CEO- Vineel Reddy Pindi Address: 66, Above Syndicate Bank, Road No. 70, Journalist Colony, Jubilee Hills. Ph: 099852 58603
INDULGE By InnerChef
Sweet tooth issues are one of the cravings which cannot be ignored, even if you wish to. We all go through phases of life where at some point of time in a busy scheduled day we need that little joyful moment of having that one delicious bite to smoothen your soul. InnerChef brings you first-ofits-kind hyperlocal dessert marketplace model where they are bringing a whole bunch of talented home bakers and neighborhood bakeries to cater to your sweet tooth. The Gurgaon based startup is all set to step their foot in the city of pearls featuring in house team of skilled-chefs and home bakers, these skilled home bakers are not only featured on their website, they will also have access to a robust technology platform to reach millions of customers. The whole idea behind the startup is to promote and encourage the independent home bakers especially home makers to help them to reach to number of people and interact with wider audience. It thus hopes to spread celebrations across millions. Entrepreneurs- Rajesh Sawhney, Sanjeev Singhal and Bal Dighent. Address: Guttalla Begumpet, Madhapur. Ph: 040 48507392 44 JANUARY, 2018 - TULIP
KAHANIYA
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Writing is all about expressing yourself, your inner thoughts and beliefs. From teenagers to adults- every reader has read at least one book in the fiction genre. Fiction stories and novels have always been the most preferred and interesting style of writing, a way of letting the author tell his/her story and reaching out to people in his/her own way providing an insight about his/her imaginative and creative world. But unfortunately, all the storytellers cannot reach out and end up publishing their stories on blogs where they reach out to a limited number of enthusiasts This is where ‘Kahaniya’ comes into the picture. Kahaniya was launched to enable a Language Economy which would eliminate the language barrier that prevents a lot of people from accessing the knowledge that’s available around the world.To accommodate the brevity needs of the current generation, Kahaniya has been tailored to focus on short fiction, stories/poems that can be consumed in less than 15 minutes.Apart from English, this platform currently supports writing in 10 regional languages which include Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, Odiya and Punjabi. Pallav Bajjuri, along with three other co-founders, is the founder and CEO of Kahaniya. Pallav is a computer engineering graduate from Boston University’s College of Engineering. Our approach to weaving language and economy is where we stand out from the rest of the startup ecosystem focused on the regional language space. Go ahead and read away! CEO- Pallav Bajjuri, COO-Jeswanth Padooru, CDO- Sandeep Ponagandla, VP, Engineering- Devendar Gona Address: Catalyst - A T-Hub building, IIIT Campus, Gachibowli. Ph:+91 9160044559
OH LOOK
Today, everyone understands the importance and need of being fashionable. Be it for getting a write swipe on Tinder or a new Facebook profile picture or to nail your job interview. And men are the last people we all know to shop for themselves, they repeat clothes rather than buy new ones. There could be several reasons as to why men don’t shop; their schedules and commitments, budget constraints, the crowded malls or sheer laziness. Enter ‘Oh Look’. As quoted by Arshad (founder)- “During our work days, both Armaan and I realized that appearance of a person was as important. Looking fashionable, smart and dapper was not just a need for parties or celebrations, but had become a need of every single day of life. However, it involved a lot of effort over shopping, washing, ironing and choosing right clothes. Apart from all the hard work, being fashionable meant splurging money, given the rise in prices of fashion. It was then we were reminded of the time, when Armaan and I used to exchange our clothes being the same height, being brothers. This gave us a lot of choice and variety. We decided to use the same logic and offer people with a humongous wardrobe.We launched our service in Beta mode on Sep16 in Hyderabad with an aim to test the product, while the technology was being built and partnerships were being created. During the first two months of the beta phase, we received an overwhelming number of orders, which forced us to halt taking orders further. We made our service exclusive to those with an invite from an existing user. The founders, Arshad Azad and Armaan Azaad are brothers who are joined by their close friend Veera Shekar. Months from the launch, after a lot of hunts, we found our CTO, Sai Santosh. All of us have immense interests towards innovation, creativity and arts. They are thus bringing most updated fashion right to the doorstep of the consumer. For lesser than what they spend on clothes each year, they allow them the opportunity of experimenting with a new style every single day of their life. Choosing clothes is not a cakewalk for everyone, they have taken that responsibility by not just sending users’ new clothes every day, but also ensuring they only receive such products that suit them. They further went a step ahead and also eliminated their concerns over washing and ironing clothes, hence becoming the one-point solution to men’s fashion. CEO- Arshad Azad, COO- Armaan Azaad, CSO- Veera Shekar, CTO- Sai Santosh Address: Spark10 Accelerator, ESCI Campus, Old Bombay Highway, Gachibowli. Ph: 095737 72434
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Explore!
- By Rishika Pagadala
Khajaguda Rocks
Weekends are what life is all about, what you do on weekdays is just to sustain that life! Weekends are, thus, the most important days of our lives and you would want to make the best out of them. The city with its Deccan Plateau roots is a paradise for adventure seekers, rock climbers, trekkers and Khajaguda hills located in Khajaguda village, close to the IT hub of the city, is one of the popular trekking and rock climbing spots. Khajaguda has a set of different levelled climbing rock with different grade. The granite is definitely a painful exercise but is worth the pain. This place is also famous for peacocks and rat snakes with beautiful and magnificent rocks which can also give cave-like experience. Rappelling is another sport done here apart from two routes for rock climbing. Head to this place if you like the adrenaline rush while indulging in rappelling, bouldering or ziplining. You can even explore the secret caves, a Muslim Dargah and a Hindu Temple all existing in perfect harmony on the Khajaguda hill rock. Address: Khajaguda, Manikonda, Hyderabad.
Happiness Coach
She is a self-motivated and enthusiastic professional with a positive attitude. She has extensive experience in the areas of building deep relationships and positive rapport with clients and colleagues. She believes in achieving happiness in present situation by being mindful and using various modalities and techniques. “I am enthusiastic about promoting mind-body awareness through meditation and effective stress reduction methodologies. By being an entrepreneur, a parent, a teacher and a coach the vision is to see more and more people celebrating their life, work and relationships”. She designed a unique Happiness Assessment test to help individuals discover their current potential for happiness and success. It takes people through key qualities, attitudes and habits that are most important for being successful in life; and helps them discover what they can do to make happiness a daily phenomenon for themselves. She offers individual coaching sessions, talks at schools, corporate training, weekend workshops and group coaching. “My sessions offer a safe place for people from all walks of life to come and learn how to handle their emotions”. People across the world have experienced magical changes in their life and have achieved work-life balance. “It’s my passion to support my participants in self-development and mindbody connection”. Her workshops and coaching sessions involve a lot of emotional release. Each person being healed and happy makes her feel that the world is a better place. Email ID: Henna@hopeandhappinesscoach.com Website: www.hopeandhapinesscoach.com Ph : 8095987777
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Belum Caves
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If there is any place on land that matches the beauty and mystique of the depths of oceans, it has to be the magical world of caves. Exploring the often dark and unknown interiors of these fascinating natural formations is certainly as unforgettable an experience as diving into uncharted waters that reveal a myriad of other-worldly treasures The second longest cave in India, Belum Caves (3.5km) are in Kurnool district. The major attraction of this natural cave is its interior chambers, which has a lot of stalactites and stalagmites. Of the many chambers, Saptasvarala Guha or Musical chamber is delightful where the limestone formations make metallic sounds. These caves, which get their name from the Sanskrit word bilum (hole), were formed by the action of water flowing on limestone deposits over millions of years, forming stalactites, stalagmites, siphons, sink holes, and water galleries. The deepest point in the cave is called Pathalaganga where a perennial stream is found keeping the temperature inside cool. Slender and tapered passages require crawling to witness the wonderment. Belum Caves are among the must see tourist places near Hyderabad. Though these caves were known to the locals for thousands of years, the first official records that mention them are from 1884, by Robert Bruce Foote, a British geologist and archaeologist who conducted surveys for the Geological Survey of India. In the 1980s, Indian officials worked with a German expedition to explore and map the caves. The relics found in the caves dated back to around 4500 BC and showed that the caves had been inhabited by ancient Buddhist and Jain monks. In 1999, the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation took over the caves for maintenance. They cleared the mud and debris inside, built pathways, provided illumination and sank ventilation shafts to make the caves accessible to the public. Distance from Hyderabad: 319km
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For the Love of Books
It’s no secret that reading is an excellent pastime. You can imagine characters, places, scenes just the way you want them to be. Books allow your mind to be creative and they explain the thoughts going through a characters’ minds while performing an action which lets you connect with them better and immerse yourself deeper in the story. Hyderabad’s rich association with literature dates all the way back to the 15thCentury; when the Qutb Shahi Dynasty encouraged the growth of Deccani Urdu in poetry. Hyderabad, which is more famously known as the City of Nizams, owes its cultural heritage to the 150-yearlong rule of the Nizams. They brought Hyderabad to the centre stage of elegant and soulful arts, and literature and that legacy continues to shine till date. Hyderabad hasn’t let go of its roots, with the old and new parts of the city perfectly dovetailed to give any aspiring writer an overdose of inspiration. And for those who love to have their hands on an interesting piece of literature, sit back and read. We also spoke to two of the renowned authors who are from Hyderabad. Pearl Kolleri is a very ordinary, nondescript sort of person, hence very media shy but she also happens to be a global bestselling author and evangelist. She writes under the pen name PB Kolleri. Her mystery novels have hit the #1 spot on US, UK, Canadian and Australian book websites numerous times. The eBook versions have also been nominated for literary excellence on Kindle several times in different categories and countries. “I cannot take any credit for the sort of literary success that I have been graced with. I think that my work and consequent success has 48 JANUARY, 2018 - TULIP
been directed and guided by a far higher source than anything I could have possibly achieved on my own steam”. she says. What are some common traps for aspiring writers? The greatest trap for anyone – be it an aspiring writer, doctor, designer, chef or engineer, or anyone for that matter, is to aspire for exponential success by thinking that ‘we’ are the captains of our ships and the masters of our destiny and that it is by ‘our’ effort alone that success comes. There is a greater design and higher purpose to every life. If your life’s purpose is to be an author, you will find your steps guided accordingly towards writing. And you will find yourself astonished at your own success. My advice to fledgling writers is to be open to that higher guidance. We are all tools in hands that are far mightier than we can fathom. Ask for clarity. ‘Ask and you shall receive’. Have faith that your path will be shown to you clearly. It is only when we start walking in our life’s true purpose that genuine success can come in any field of endeavour. It’s important to have patience, sometimes it can take a while. Personally, my path became clearer much later rather than
sooner in life. How I wish it had been the other way round! Do you think someone could be a writer if they don’t feel emotions strongly? It rather depends on the genre, I think. I can’t see how emotions would help someone publishing a book on software code or cloud computing for example. I’m guessing it would detract. Come to think of it even in fiction, a cool mind is far better. You know, people often have this image in their minds about authors being a romantic lot with their heads in the clouds. The truth is, most authors who have any true global presence or commercial success (that is; those who publish international bestsellers) are no different from global entrepreneurs. The international publishing industry is a massive labyrinth and to make any name for yourself at all, to even make a dent in it, you need to have a very good idea about branding and managing your books and maintaining an overall international web presence for your books. Writing a book is just 10% of the work involved in the entire publishing process. There are over a hundred steps before and post writing a book. For example, before you can even decide on a genre, you need to clearly identify your target audience, demographics and your target readership countries. Seen in that light, it’s not any different from running a business really. Hence, coming back to your question, being overly emotional in this field can have a negative impact and bog you down. Also, in any creative endeavour you will have critics – that’s guaranteed. If you are emotionally strung, it’s likely going to effect your creativity and take away from your productivity. I personally think it helps to be centred and have a cool and calm mind as an author. What’s your favourite book? That’s easy. Dante’s Divine Comedy has to be one of the finest books of prose ever written. And unless one is fluent in Italian, Mandelbaum’s translation of Dante’s Inferno is by far the finest version. Beats Longfellow’s and Musa’s or even Applebaum’s translation of Dante any day. The Painted Veil by Somerset Maugham comes a close second. An absolute favourite. Your favourite authors? Far too many to choose from but I have to say that for everyday sort of reading, Somerset Maugham, Alexander McCall Smith and P.G. Wodehouse take satire, human experience and humour respectively to an altogether different level. Absolutely brilliant, and Arthur Conan Doyle and Agatha Christie remain the undisputed czars of mystery till this day. Who is your inspiration? Definitely Somerset Maugham. What does literary success look like to you? A Mercedes and a healthy bank account. Just kidding, although I’ve been blessed with those too. As I mentioned, I think I’ve always been guided by a higher source in all that I’ve done in the literary field, and now as an evangelist, so I can hardly claim any credit for the success that I’ve been lavished with, despite my being painfully media shy. How long on average does it take you to write a book? The writing part takes only about 25 days, bearing in mind, that when I’m in writing mode, I manage with 2 hours of sleep daily and write
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continuously for about 18 hours a day. The research into the historical details of the era and characters that I write about takes longer. Then there’s editing and formatting of course. On the whole, anywhere between 3 to 6 months. What genre are your books? Historical Murder Mysteries and Biblical Theology.
When did you decide to become a writer? When I was about ten years old but the spirit literally moved me to become a professional author in 2013.The entire process got ‘slightly’ delayed by 25 years because I was too blind and too caught up with my corporate career, ‘paying my bills ‘so to speak, to see my true calling. Once I got married, my husband took care of the bills; bless his heart, while I stayed at home and took care of our baby daughter and started writing books in my spare time. And to my astonishment, it turned out to be a very successful venture. But I could not have even begun my literary career without my family’s unconditional support. Why did you choose this route? I went within and asked for guidance and I was shown my calling. My life’s purpose. What is your favourite quote? “To acquire the habit of reading is to construct for yourself a refuge from almost all the miseries of life.” - W. Somerset Maugham What advice would you give to aspiring fiction writers? Please, please, stick to storytelling if you’re just starting out. As the old joke goes, autobiographies are only interesting if you are Steve Jobs, Paramhansa Yogananda or Princess Diana. What do you think would make a good story? For mystery writing, I’d like to say something clichéd like atmosphere and the build-up but the truth is, that the best mysteries are the ones that make you scratch your head in the end and say – ‘Now, why didn’t I catch that clue.’ The clues must be well hidden yet in retrospect, once the mystery is solved, they must be clearly visible to all. I usually hide the clues in the best possible place there is to hide anything – in plain sight. Mystery writing is so much fun because it’s like creating a clever crossword and a jigsaw puzzle in one. The theological works, on the other hand, are far more intense and spirit driven because they come from a higher source than one’s own limited consciousness. How can our readers discover more about you and you work? Most book websites, including Amazon have a detailed listing of all my books in different formats and editions. The first few books in the series are available in both print and digital versions in India. But I’m afraid the latest print books are available only in USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan among others. And although the latest print books are also available in India via Amazon, please bear in mind that since they are international imported editions, they are priced higher. The digital versions, on the other hand, are available at par in India. To find out more, you could just Google ‘PB Kolleri’ and you’ll find a host of international websites to choose from based on your country of residence for both digital and print books.
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She is someone who gets joy out of any time spent with family, nature and all things beautiful. She celebrates life. “Whatever I do I do from my heart and the process becomes celebration. Thinking and saying positive is another ingredient that makes Sonika Shandilya. Just as I feel things to write I also feel music to dance.
What are some common traps for aspiring writers? Trying to imitate their favorite authors could fence them. Maybe trying to write something in which they themselves don’t believe in. Getting discouraged if they don’t find a publisher will hammer them down. Love for their writing and self confidence should help them nudge the hammer aside. My first novel ‘Joy all the may - Kids’ did not find a publisher but here I am beating the drum for the success of my second novel which has been published by Srishti Publications. Do you think someone could be a writer of they don’t feel emotions strongly? No one can be a writer if they don’t feel emotions strongly. You should be able to feel emotions through your eyes, ears, heart and skin if even a good line is to be written. I am referring to the emotions in both humans and nature. To describe a particular mood of the page, the writer should understand what the characters are feeling, whether it is night or day that could make them feel that way. And if it is night - is it the full moon if at all a day goes with the mood of the page then what day - windy, foggy, bright, rainy there would be many things which should be felt by the writer if the correct mood is to be given to the page. In every page this process will have to go on. The writer creates his own characters but some freedom should be gives to the characters as well. They will also guide the writer to some extent. To be guided correctly, the writer should be able to feel their emotions. What’s your favourite novel? A beautiful day whose breeze has lyrics of fun, its sunlight lights my mood, the thumping feel of my family around me giving a rocking effect to the beautiful day is my favourite novel. Yes I can read it every day. The words of this novel have to felt to be understood. The novel of each such day is my favourite. Cannot pick one. Your favourite Author? NATURE. I read it in flowers - so many different kinds of them, each blooming beautifully in words of the novel. The moon and the moonlight together produce words with a silvery halo which spread all through the novel. All the novels written by nature are bestsellers. Who is your inspiration? The love of my parents, brother, in-laws, husband and Sons is my 50 JANUARY, 2018 - TULIP
inspiration. What does literary success look like to you? It is one more thing to celebrate in the celebration of Life. My belief in myself and some people who believed in me have been proved right. I had anyway planned to keep on Writing but now with this literary success I can make other people read what I write and make them believe what I believe in. How long on average does it take you to write a book? It takes around two and a half years to write a book. But if I get more discipline and regularity in my writing Schedule it can take two years. What genre are your books? My first book which is yet to find a publisher is a Realistic fiction and the one which is published is a Romance Novel. My third which I am half way through is also realistic fiction. But I plan to write mostly Romance. When did you decide to become a writer? When both my son’s went to school I was missing them. So, I started writing about them which became my first book Joy - all the way Kids. I always enjoyed writing descriptive answers while in MBA so always had a flair for writing. When I started writing ‘TINKLING OF THE BELL BEFORE IT RINGS’ I was sure I will find a publisher. Why did you choose their route? If the route has different Landscape, while walking when you imagine something and you find it just at the next turn. Beautiful Surprises greet you on the way. Pleasant MIRACLES bare themselves for you. The route to writing is this and much more. Do you still want me to tell you why I choose this route? What is your favourite quote? “The ageing of the grapes produces intoxicating wine just as long relationships become intoxicating and give a high” by Sonika Shandilya What advice would you give to aspiring writers? Words should come from the heart. Keep your motivation in the heart which will always be able to break the traps of ‘ if’s and buts’ laid by the mind. You need not fence yourself with any strict routine as creativity needs to flow with freedom. But yes the manuscript should not be kept waiting for too long as this will make you lose contact with the characters. If you don’t have a story, start with something and the characters can also guide you if you are totally involved with the Story. Stay with your characters all the time then they will hop on to the things around you telling you what to write e.g. in my book ‘TINKING OF THE BELL BEFORE IT RINGS’ I saw woolly clouds in the sky. Sakshi and Jai got engrossed in the clouds too. One of the chapter have them talking about the Clouds. One should not repeat adjectives. Words or sentences should never sound monotonous. Imagine in your mind and then make it flow into words. What do you think would make a good story? A good writing will make a good story. It is the skill of the author that makes the readers enjoy and feel the story. It is the power of narration that makes everything sound interesting. If a good story finds a bad writing, the story will get bored and sleep through the novel. How can our readers discover more about you and your work? Readers can discover me and my work by reading and enjoying my Novel ‘ TINKLING OF THE BELL BEFORE IT RINGS’. The book is available at all major book stores across India and at Amazon worldwide. It is available at metros, tier 2 cities, tier 3 cities, airport shops, metro stations. Readers can visit my Facebook page Author Sonika Shandilya.
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Here some of the books clubs for you to join:
Tale Tellers Troupe Tale Tellers Troupe is an 872-member-strong storyteller group that aims to make the art of storytelling stronger as the year’s progress. Their current mission is to help people overcome stage fright through the practice of effective communication. The group is open to members of all ages and holds storytelling sessions for 3 hours on any given topic and language based on all sorts of literature. The members believe that the simple art of storytelling can transform the already powerful nature of a book. You can become a member for free and catch up with the group once every two weeks. Follow them on Facebook (Tale Tellers TroupeIndia)
Hyderabad Literary Festival Since 2010, the Hyderabad Literary Festival has attracted a huge crowd of people who are completely immersed in art and literature, both out of interest and professionally. The fest explores both ancient cultures of Hyderabad and Secunderabad as well as the modern trends of Cyberabad. The fest invites world renowned writers of all regional languages as well as Indian-born writers in English. Workshops are conducted, attracting a crowd of avid readers and aspiring writers, making this fest a must-go if you are in the city. The 2018 edition will be held between 26 and 28 January. Follow them on Facebook (Hyderabad Literary Festival)
Hyderabad Authors and Readers Association HARA is an association that only invites readers but also authors, aspiring authors to join, share, learn and enrich themselves. A monthly meeting is conducted to ensure the creative flow. They also organize meet ups related to special events, competition, workshops and knowledge sharing sessions. They believe in giving every individual a platform to raise, write and remove the hurdles like tools and technology that might be a hindrance in the reading, writing process of an individual. The association is an open to all platforms. Website: https://www.meetup.com/Hyderabad-Authors-andReaders-Association/
Hyderabad Book Club Established in 2010, the Hyderabad Book Club has gained popularity ever since, with over 500 members. They are open to all readers and writers. The club members participate regularly to meet discuss and exchange interesting reads. They also promote budding and upcoming authors. The club is open to anyone who has a strong love for the literary art form. They conduct workshops as well as competitions for all its members to stimulate their ideas. If you are looking for some ideas to discuss, be a part of the group. Website: www.meetup.com/Hyderabad-Book-Club-Meetup
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FEATURE Do you sometimes find yourself completely devoid of ideas to write a good story? If so, you’re not alone in the world of authors. Writers’ block can be tough to handle; thankfully there are multitudes of ways to get inspiration to write. The atmosphere plays an important role in cooking up the right concoction to induce a creative flow. Also, it’s a good idea to constantly change your atmosphere when you are seriously considering writing a book. If you’re tired of bookstores, libraries and parks, head over to a book café for an entirely mesmerising and powerful wave of inspiration. Book cafés, as the name suggests, blends the pleasure of reading a book with delectable short-eats and drinks. If you’re planning to visit a book café, make sure to tag along with your favourite book or keep an eye out for the small library each such store has. Here are some of the best spots in Hyderabad Whiteboard Cafe With the beautiful white interiors, charming seating arrangement and being a perfect place to offer solace for all the writes, Whiteboard Cafe has a lot more than just books to soothe your taste buds, mind and soul. All the budding entrepreneurs, if you’re looking for a realm of the ideas and solutions without getting bothered by anything, this place is the one destination for you. It’s a must-visit if you are in need of freshness. Location: First Floor, Bullet King Towers, Sector II, Opposite Cyber Gateway, Madhapur, Hyderabad, Telangana. Contact: 99496702252
Coffee Cup This is the perfect hangout for all the book buffs out there. Located in Sainikpuri, this is a haven for writers and readers alike. The place also has a magnificent sit-out terrace for all the nature lovers. Along with a wide range of books The Coffee Shop has an array of board games to choose from. If you are in the company of friends, you can read, play and eat all under one roof. Bests on the menu include the hot coffee, nachos, hot chocolate and club sandwich. Location: E- 89, Sainikpuri, A.S. Rao Nagar, Behind BP Petrol Bunk, Above Canara Bank. Contact: 040-33194792
Beyond Coffee This café pulls you in with its warm and cosy atmosphere. It is popular among the youth and has a huge fan following, all of who vouch for its great ambience. Beyond Coffee has spacious seats for you to relax, lounge around and read to your heart’s content and an enormous menu to choose from. It also organizes Salsa classes, so you can attend it with your partner. If you love video games, consider visiting this café every day. Bests on the menu include an English-style breakfast, coffee, and pancakes. Location: Road No: 36, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad. Contact: 040-33165063
Lamakaan Indulge yourself in binge reading while nibbling on some good food and adoring the mind-boggling artwork, far away from the ever-growing hustle bustle of Hyderabad city. Being touted as the cultural hub, this place celebrates art, conducts Qawwali sessions and film screenings that could definitely sooth the creative soul in you. Location: Off Road no. 1, Lane before VengalRao Park, Diagonal to GVK Mall, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad Contact: 9642731329 52 JANUARY, 2018 - TULIP
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Books re telling stories of Hyderabad A Hyderabadi should know all about Hyderabad- the inside matters, the untold stories, the forgotten culture. These books will help you gain more insight and even fascinate you with something you did not know about your royal city.
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An Indian Prince in the Australian Outback Author: John Zubrzycki Description: A fair detail about the Nizams of Hyderabad- the wealthiest dynasty. It not just talks about the Last Nizam, but also his family, other fascinating characters, the corrupt people, the controversies, where their money went and what can too much wealth do. Outlining the Indian history from the end of the Mughal period, a very interesting book if you want to know what really happened. Price: Rs 650/Kindle: Not available
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Author: Syeda Imam Description: A very fascinating book providing every single detail about Hyderabad, as the name says, this book reveals many untold and unknown things about Hyderabad. It talks about how the city is seen by the foreign and by its own people. From Charminar to Jubilee Hills during the 17th and 18th centuries, everything about the cosmopolitan city is here. Price: Rs 450/Kindle: Available
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Author: Rani Sarma Description: This book takes us into the palatial houses where the people of Hyderabad once resided- the Deodis. These Deodis are no longer seen in the changed landscape of the city. How and who lived in these deodis, the description of the ambience, the photographs takes us to the old times of Hyderabad engaging the reader till the end. Price: Rs 495/Kindle: Available
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FEATURE Writings from the City of Nizams Author: Vanaja Banagiri Description: Beginning with the timeline of Hyderabad, the big fat wedding, the culture and cuisine, sports and health, the book talks about all. The very fascinating thing is the use of Hyderabadi language that makes the reader giggle, taking the reader on a journey of historic Hyderabad and an economic hub. Price: Rs 495/Kindle: Available
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Nocturnal Court
The Life of a Prince of Hyderabad Author: Luther Narendra Description: Who does not want to know the incredible life of a prince, especially that of Hyderabad? Revealing to the reader the language, religion, dressing, his sleeping pattern and meal- time, this book touches upon his habit of taking sleeping pills and many other enthralling things. Price: Rs 325/Kindle: Not available
The Destruction of Hyderabad
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Author: A. G Noorani Description: We do have knowledge about the partition of India but not Hyderabad’s role in it - the invasion of Jinnah, his advice to the Nizam, how Hyderabad was affected by the nationalist partnership, the role of the Nizam, who supported the non- partition. The book holds the records of many eye-opening incidents that are a must read. Price: Rs 625/Kindle: Not available 54 JANUARY, 2018 - TULIP
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A Guide to the Heritage of Hyderabad
Author: Madhu Vottery Description: Hyderabad is known for its heritageand that has been vastly explored in this book. Details of famous monuments like the Charminar, Golconda Fort, the Chowmahalla Palace are given. Best for tourists and the ones who love to read about the architecture of Hyderabad. Price: Rs 495/Kindle: Available
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Leaving You Mesmerized The Spa at Park Hyatt transports you to another world altogether. We had a fantastic experience ourselves! We were greeted warmly and while the room was getting ready, we were served a welcome juice made of tamarind and jaggery which serves as a great detox drink. Then we were escorted to the amazing spa room by the masseur where soft music was being played which helped us to calm our minds. We were given a foot cleanse with hot water, scrubbed with foot salt which helps in removing dirt and dead skin. All this was eventually followed by a deep tissue massage which involved strong strokes applied using good technique on every muscle of our bodies to feel light and help us relax the entire body. Then we took some steam and a nice long shower. We were taken to another room which had sofas to relax and had dry fruits, infused water, and other healthy snacks. We were left with a mesmerizing experience- the body felt light and the mind was calm. We definitely recommend a visit to the spa to all our readers. You can also gift a massage appointment to your loved ones. The spa package varies from Rs.3750 plus taxes of 60 minutes spa and 90 minutes spa is Rs.4950 Plus taxes. You will definitely have a calm and amazing time. The SPA Address: Road No.2 Banjara Hills, Park Hyatt Hotel Contact: 040- 4949 1481, Timings: 7am – 10pm LIP -- JANUARY, JANUARY, 2018 2018 55 55 TTUULIP
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Ketogenic Diet: Yay or Nay? In a world like ours, where everybody wants to be size ‘zero’ and have a slim and fit body it isn’t tough to get swayed into diets that might not be your fit. Let’s dive in- crash course on the Ketogenic diet! Ketones are chemical compounds that are naturally produced by your body when the insulin levels in your body are low; in order to regulate them, the liver creates Ketones from the fat stores of your body. The rate of ketone production is dependent on the amount of protein and carbohydrates you consume. Here’s the catch: A ketogenic diet’s essential component is that fat should make up 60-80% of your total calorie intake, and protein should only comprise about 1015% and carbs at 5-7% However, with its perks be prepared to bid farewell (keep tissue paper handy) to everything that you love: potatoes, corn, squash, starchy vegetables, starchy fruits, milk, beans, rice, pasta and bread. Did a light bulb just pop up in your brain like a neon light? Can I have Ketone supplements? Nope, that ain’t possible. Yet. There are some things that make the transition easier: • Shun the empty carbs. Are the carbs giving you anything? Are they anything more than cheese fries? •
Find a spot that ties eating nothing and just inhaling food. Don’t deprive yourself of fat. Eat healthy fats like fatty meats: salmons, sardines, mackerel and roast them in oils that are fatty like olive oil, canola or avocado oil.
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Keep the green, leafy vegetables at the top of your list! Greens like Swiss chard, Kale, Bok Choy, Collard greens, Mizuna, Morning glory leaves, Arugula, Moringa and Watercress are some great options that will keep you satisfied!
However, there are things that you should look out for when you are on this diet. Nagging headaches and acid refluxes are occasional so make sure you keep a paracetamol or alkaline base medicine close by. You may occasionally feel low and depressed when your dopamine levels drop, on days like those take a break, have a nap and have yourself a good cup of tea (or coffee if that’s your cup of tea). Let’s get some expert advice from one of the best nutritionists in the city!
Dr. Lakshmi Kilaru, a trained nutritionist who currently owns two consulting offices, has a PhD in Food Technology and Nutrition from the University of Georgia. Knowledgeable and well informed, she is on the road to achieving wonders in the field of nutrition. Alongside her two offices, she also consults at F45 gym. What is the ketogenic diet? The keto — short for ketogenic — diet is a low-carb diet, in which the body produces ketones in the liver to use as energy instead of carbohydrates. Like other low-carb, high-fat diets, keto draws people in with its promised weight-loss results. The ketogenic diet, in reality, is a high-fat, adequate-protein, low-carbohydrate diet that in medicine is primarily used to treat epilepsy (Seizures) in children. The principle involved here:- the diet forces the body to burn fats rather than carbohydrates. Normally, the carbohydrates in the food are converted into glucose, which is then transported around the body and is important in fuelling brain function. However, if there is very little carbohydrate in the diet, the liver converts fat into fatty acids and ketone bodies. The ketone bodies pass into the brain and replace glucose as an energy source. An 56 JANUARY, 2018 - TULIP
elevated level of ketone bodies in the blood, a state is known as ketosis, leads to a reduction in the frequency of epileptic seizures.
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eat an excess of fatty foods — and not the good kind of fat. Excess of saturation from fat affects the heart, brain, diabetes risk, ageing, and disease prevention. Slowed metabolism-The main reason a ketogenic diet is not good for weight loss is that it mimics starvation. In starvation mode, your body craves for every calorie. In addition to a limited diet, bad mood, and missing carbs, it completely slows your metabolism. The balloon effect-Even worse, once you go back to your normal diet you will balloon up. That body will not be able to normally process your carbohydrates and will lead to excess weight gain.
How does the keto diet work? In our normal functioning state, human bodies are sugar-driven where we eat carbohydrates, that are broken down into glucose, and glucose usually becomes energy, or it’s stored as glycogen in liver and muscle tissue. In the absence of circulating blood sugar from food, we start breaking down stored fat into molecules called ketone bodies (the process is called ketosis). Once you reach ketosis, most cells will use ketone bodies to generate energy until we start eating carbohydrates again. The shift, from using circulating glucose to breaking down stored fat as a source of energy, usually happens over two to four days of eating fewer than 20 to 50 grams of carbohydrates per day. If there is a diet deviation it takes another 4 to 5 days for the ketosis to kick in. The workload on the pancreas is majorly reduced and the liver is overworking where fats from the foods are converted to fatty acids and ketones which are the primary source of energy.The liver becomes the sole provider of energy for all the organs.
Is the ketogenic diet bad in the long term? Ketogenic diet can be detrimental to health if it is used for a long term since there is a restriction of carbohydrates that is a basic fuel for the body and it is rich in proteins and fats. It typically includes plenty of meats, eggs, processed meats, sausages, cheeses, fish, nuts, butter, oils(coconut), and some fibrous vegetables. Because it is so restrictive, it is really hard to follow over the long run. Carbohydrates normally account for at least 50% of the typical diet according to the food pyramid. What can be consumed during the course of the diet? The Foods included in Keto Diet. Seafood, Meat and chicken, Cheese, Low carb vegetables(spinach, zucchini), Avocado, Eggs, Yoghurt/Curd, Olive oil, Nuts and seeds, Berries, Butter and cream, Olives, Unsweetened coffee, Ghee, Coconut oil (It contains medium triglycerides (MCTs) are taken up directly by the liver and converted into ketones or used as a rapid source of energy. coconut oil’s mix of MCTs and lauric acid may promote a sustained level of ketosis). Please follow this diet if needed with an approval from a medical doctor and a nutritionist and not from unauthorized personnel in the fitness industry since it may lead to health complications in the future.
Do the cons outweigh the pros? Weight loss is the primary reason to use the Ketogenic diet these days. Previous research shows good evidence of a faster weight loss when patients go on a ketogenic or very low carbohydrate diet compared to participants on a more traditional low-fat diet. However, that difference in weight loss seems to disappear over time. A ketogenic diet also has been shown to improve blood sugar control for patients with Type 2 diabetes, at least in the short term. Its effect on cholesterol is still debatable. A few studies have shown that some patients have an increase in cholesterol levels in the beginning and gradual reduction a few months later. However, there is no long-term research analyzing its effects over time on diabetes and high cholesterol. Although there is initial weight loss after the body enters Ketosis, there are many side effects. What are the side effects of the Ketogenic diet? Keto breath- Any excess ketones (since they are volatile in nature) exit the body via urine and breath. Those on a keto diet experience a characteristically sweet “keto breath” that is not very pleasant. Weak bones and stress fractures- Ketones are acidic, and one of their jobs is to pull phosphorous and calcium out of your bones. When ketones are your sole source of energy, you have a buildup, and thus, you deplete your phosphorous and calcium. This can lead to stress fractures and bone problems. Constipation- Since carbohydrates are the main source of fibre, avoiding carbohydrates with excess protein and fat will lead to chronic constipation. Headaches, bad mood, and bad memory- Since carbs are the optimal energy source for the brain, the keto diet starves your brain of fuel. “This leads to brain fog, headache, fatigue, moodiness, and possible anxiety. Increased risk of disease- The ketogenic diet encourages you to
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An eye for the future After reading numerous articles on people showing their forceful patriotism, boasting about how great India is and how religiously they stand up when the national anthem plays in the movie theatres, we were blasé to the whole thing. Of course, all of us are proud of our country and love it deeply, but there are times when we wish things were a little different and there is absolutely nothing wrong in wanting to change something for the better. Whether it’s the big issues like finer laws for the protection of women or something like the bad roads and godforsaken drainage systems. So, instead of asking people why they love their motherland so much, who they’re planning to vote for or if they’re going to hoist flags this Republic Day, we’ve asked them to share with us what changes and developments they would like to see in India in the coming years! - By Rabica Zulfiqar
Aamer Javeed, All India Secretary of the National student’s union of India.
I would like to see India as a land of opportunity for youngsters at a global level, where people aspire to come from various parts of the world. For India’s development, we need to get rid of the havoc of divisive politics. We need governance that goes beyond polarising the country when the energies of the entire population can be otherwise constructively utilized for nation building. The population needs to be galvanised towards action for better human rights, upliftment of women, eradication of illiteracy and other mandates that are highlighted in our nation’s constitution. People should stop continuously toying with irrelevant issues like “Ghar Wapsi”, “Love Jihad”, “Gau Raksha”, “Triple Talaq” etc. There are far more pertinent issues the nation is facing. True all around development can be achieved when the collective authority in power works towards relevant issues. India is no more seen as the best destination and safe haven for investments but I want to see my country in the top economies of the world. I dream of an India that has recovered from the ill-conceived and awfully bad follow up of the demonization policy, from which the economy has still not recovered, even after more than a year. We also need a better foreign policy. A true change towards development can’t be achieved without addressing the issues plaguing the nation such as inflation, the curbing of black money and the curbing of corruption. The government and masses collectively should work towards policies that curb these epidemics. I want to see an India which lives in harmony with love, affection and compassion; where there are no ill effects of society and hatred amongst the citizens. Where every citizen stands by each other through the good and the bad, with no barriers of caste, creed and religion.
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CAMPUS BUZZ Neel Trivedi, HR Analyst
India is the world’s largest, oldest, continuous civilization and is the world’s largest democracy. After 70 years of independence and almost 67 years of being a republic country, there are still a few changes that need to take place as soon as possible. There needs to be a basic minimum educational qualification requirement for our elected policymakers, improvising the judiciary system with fast-track courts, equal opportunity to every child for basic and free education, and affordable medical expenses for all the citizens. Evils such as female infanticide and child marriage need to vanish from our society, discrimination based on caste, creed, and colour should be eradicated, public property should not be harmed in any situation whatsoever, and Indians must develop a zero tolerance towards wastage of food. Women empowerment is of utmost importance currently; after all women makes up 48% of the total population! We comprise 18% of the world’s population and if each one decides to play their part and play it right, we could transform India in the coming years!!
Kiran Singh, Student I hope to see the following changes and developments in the country in the coming years. l Abolish based quota. Cleaner and better roads; the potholes need to be taken care of.
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Traffic Control – Congestion of roads due to vehicular traffic has become a chronic problem with practically no solution! There need to be better rules and regulations to help curb this issue. Family Planning – India is already overpopulated and if this issue is not taken into control at the earliest, it could pose a huge threat to the country. Corruption – Prevention and eradication of corruption is an absolute requirement for a better life. Equality and Safety – The government needs to encourage gender equality and have strict laws for women’s safety.
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2018 TRAVEL
Year of long weekends
Long weekends are great, right? You get to take a break from work, get out of your comfort zone and explore the world too. No wonder everyone loves them. Back to work after all that year-end parties, we are sure you are already thinking ‘When’s the next long weekend?” Most Indians have been hoping that 2018 will have plenty of holidays. Well, we have some good news for you. With plenty of long weekends — fourteen to be precise — 2018 will be giving 2017 some serious competition as the year of travellers.
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till not over your New Year’s holiday hangover? Plan an exhilarating getaway to Jaipur for the year’s most anticipated event- Jaipur Lit Fest. Bringing together some of the greatest thinkers and writers from across the world, Jaipur Literature Festival has grown from a modest beginning to the largest Free Literature Festival in the world. With an approximate attendance of nearly 100,000 annually, the festival draws hordes of audience and guests from around the world during the 5-day event. Each year, participants, from Nobel laureates to local writers and from Man Booker Prize winners to debutant novelists engage in readings, debates, discussions along with the audience at the elegant Diggi Palace in the heart of Rajasthan’s capital. Holidays- 26th Jan Republic Day, 27th & 28th weekend
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ann of Kutch (RannUtsav) is a four-month long celebration of Kutch’s culture, music and vibrancy. Starting in November, and ending in February, the RannUtsav gives travellers plenty of time to make the most of the gorgeous salt panes. The airport nearest to the Rann of Kutch is Bhuj Airport. Holidays – 10th & 11th February Weekend, 12th -Take a leave, 13th- Mahashivratri (Restricted Holiday)
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sleepy little island with swaying palms, hidden waterfalls, secluded beaches and quiet back roads, Little Andaman is a place where the ocean sings to your heart. From snorkelling in the azure ocean to kayaking amidst mangroves, this island promises a once-in-a-lifetime experience for all those who seek tranquillity. Perfect for an April getaway. Holidays –27th- Take leave, 28th & 29th weekend, 30th- Buddha Purnima
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ne of Himachal’s most underrated destinations, the riverside retreat of Tirthan is an adventure-centric getaway blessed with a wealth of nature’s treasures. Located in the Kullu district, this valley derives its name from the pristine Tirthan river and is ideal for trekking, fishing, wildlife watching, and discovering under-explored hill villages. There’s also the option of doing absolutely nothing as you relax among the verdant alpine forests in the valley Holidays – 15th- Idul’ Fitr, 16th &17th weekend.
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he Anamudi Shola National Park, located just 10km from the picturesque town of Munnar, is a treasure trove of experiences and adventures for nature lovers. While you are there, visit the banks of the Pambar River that flows through the national park and the thunderous Thoovanan Waterfall is a great place to see the river in full force. Similar waterfalls can also be seen near the Chinnar River after a trek from the Karimutti Forest Station. A trek through the forest offers an opportunity for spotting wild animals and rare flora. Holidays – 15th- Independence Day, 16th- take leave, 17th-Parsi New Year
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ituated at the edge of Budil Valley, Bharmour is just 60km from Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, and can be reached after a two-hour long road trip through the perilous mountain roads of Ravi Valley. Other than the ancient temples which date back to 626 AD, Bharmour also serves as a gateway to thrilling treks in the Dhauladhar and Shivalik Ranges. Some popular trails that start from Bharmour are to Manimahesh Lake, Bara Bhangal, Keylong via Kalicho Pass and Thamsar Pass. If you are a passionate explorer but not an avid trekker, then you must visit the villages around Bharmour which are home to the semi-nomadic Gaddi community. Holidays –13th- Ganesh Chaturthi, 14th- Take the day off, 15th& 16th - Weekend
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okarna is a tiny temple town in Karnataka and is, thankfully, still away from the effects of absolute capitalism. Originally getting recognition because of the Mahabaleshwara Temple, which is widely believed to house the “original image to Lord Shiva’s Lingam”, this sleepy town has recently come into the limelight for its unadulterated beaches (the two primary ones being Kudle and Om) and everything else that Goa once stood for. Holidays –18th- Ram Navami,19th-Dussera, 20th&21stth - Weekend
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ordering Nepal, Bangladesh and Myanmar (Burma), the magical country of Bhutan (aka Kingdom of Druk Yul) is dotted with fluttering prayer flags, kaleidoscopic monasteries, candyfloss clouds and apple orchards. Even though Bhutan offers an array of things to do for travellers, sitting for hours on end, deluged by monastic hymns across the motley of beautiful monasteries is the way to go to really soak in the serenity that laces the air of this Himalayan kingdom. Make the most of the longest weekend of 2018 by visiting this land of happiness. Holidays –3rd&4th– Weekend, 5th- Dhanteras, 6th-Take the day off, 7th- Diwali, 8th- Gowardhan Puja/ Take the day off, 9th- Bhai Duj (Restricted Holiday), 10th& 11th - Weekend
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ext winter, ditch Goa’s crowded Christmas parties and visit the tiny but pretty seaside destination of Diu. Famed for its pristine seashores and magnificent 16th- century fort, Diu hosts the annual Diu festival every year in December. Thanks to its Portuguese connection, Diu also has a charming way of celebrating Christmas – the unique corrindinho dance, the midnight mass at the beautiful St Paul’s church and more. Holidays –22nd&23rd – Weekend, 24th- Take the day off, 25th- Christmas Day
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AUTOMOBILES
A car wash is a facility used to clean the exterior initially, and the interior of the vehicle eventually. Car washes can be self-serve, fully automated, or full-service with attendants who wash the vehicle. A car spa, on the other hand, is just a synonym for car detailing. It is a refined version of advanced car cleaning, assisted with the use of chemicals specifically designed for cars and the equipment that bring out the soul of any car. For every car user, the dream is to see their car clean and sparkling at all times. But is that enough? No and definitely not. Every car user seeks more than just a mere car wash. They seek a complete renovation of their car on a regular basis without having to pay as much as it takes for renovating a car. Enter ‘The Car Spa’!
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Swanky Cars
Interior, exterior and complete car spa can be the easiest classification for car spas to start with. Exterior spa is for the exterior advanced cleaning and detailing which includes the car’s body, glass, windshields, engine room and wheels, along with under body cleaning. Interior spa includes the car’s interior cleaning and detailing that ensures a cleaner and hygienic environment. For a brief, it covers all the parts from the seating space to the storage space in the rear, the AC ducts, the vents, etc., to save us from the messy odour. Finally, as we already know, complete car spa is a combination of interior and exterior car spa. It is a combo that can save you money and at the same, bring a complete makeover for your car. The primary services that car spas provide are soft cloth wash, underbody wash, towel dry, interior vacuuming, interior window cleaning, dash dusting tyre dressing, triple foam polish, clear coat protectant, choice of fragrance, center console cleaning, etc. Here is a clear briefing:
GLITZ CAR SPA situated in Inorbit Mall, Hyderabad is one such auto spa which provides attractive offers at all times like annual and half-yearly membership plans with 25% and 15% profit rates respectively. It is dedicated to automobile beautification and preservation with ozone treatments for bacteria-free interiors, which serves as its main attraction. 64 JANUARY, 2018 - TULIP
AUTOMOBILES
SUPERWASH has branches all around Hyderabad - Kukatpally, Banjara Hills, Tirumalgiri, etc., and is known for its dedication, patience and detailing towards professional standards. It is also popular for being cost effective, and for its long lasting services. Superwash is surely a one-stop for your car wash as well as its beauty accessory.
Cleaning Services Classic car wash, Premium car wash, Sparkling interiors, Platinum wash. DETAILING SERVICES Car exterior detailing with wax coating, Car exterior detailing with polymer coating, Car full grooming, headlight restoration, leather conditioning treatment. PROTECTION SERVICES Engine degreasing and coating, Alloy wheel protection, AC treatment, rubbing and waxing protection, New car paint protection and sealant, tar removal. A few popular and well-known car spas in Hyderabad: BLUE BUBBLE AUTO SPA always tries to offer a high quality service for a reasonable rate. They also offer car wash, interior and exterior grooming and detailing, and paint restoration services. The spa is situated in Somajiguda, Hyderabad and is well-known for its excellent customer service. CARZ at Hitec City, Madhapur maintains good quality services at reasonable prices. It is known for dealing with car accident repairs and also for its cashless facilities with all insurance providers, which promises not to go heavy on your pockets, ever. It also provides complementary services to its regular customers, which is why a large number of car users prefer this auto spa. Other such car/auto spas that operate in the city are 3M Car care, Express Car wash club, Car wash-Mobi Car spa, Golden touch Car wash, Wash away, Extreme clean car-Wash and Detailing, Jet speed Car wash and many more. You may book your car spa appointments with any of these auto spas in the city on the “Squeegee app� and also on various websites like www.autozspa.com, www.washos.com, www.palmscarwash. com, www.getspiffy.com.
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GADGETS
NO STRINGS
Attached The iPhone X, Pixel 2 and others have dropped the classic 3.5mm wired headphone jack and made it abundantly clear that the future of audio is wireless. While it might sound frightening, it’s not. You might’ve heard that wireless headphones are less superior and much more expensive that their wired predecessors, but that’s not always the case. In fact, there are plenty of awesome-sounding and super cheap wireless headphones out there just waiting to be worn. Looking to finally ditch the cord? Here are the top 5 wireless headphones that you can buy.
Sony WH-1000XM2 Sony’s WH-1000XM2 is much better in terms of performance and feature. This wireless headphone is great-sounding and feature packed. It is a great travel companion and an excellent set of wireless headphones. Specifications : Acoustic design: closed Weight: 275 grams Frequency response: 4Hz – 40 kHz Battery life: 20 hours Wireless range: 30 feet Cost: 27,429 INR
Specifications : Acoustic design: Closed Weight: 150 grams Battery life: 8 Hours Frequency response: 20-20kHz Cost: 4,799 INR
Jabra Move Wireless These sporty wireless headphones will completely surprise you. If in-ear headphones aren’t your style, your best bet is the Jabra Move Wireless. These headphones are a budget and this set of bluetooth headphones is nothing but an all-around stellar product. From the fun and edgy design to excellent performance, these come recommended for anyone interested in wireless on the cheap.
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Beats X Beats X is a bold new product for what has quickly become a traditional headphone maker. Instead of sticking to a bass-heavy workout ear buds or wildly expensive over-ears, the company has crafted a new pair of musically inclined in-ears headphone. The battery life is good as it gives you 8 hours and it will charge in five minutes. Specifications : Type: In-ear Noise Cancellation : No Transducer : Dynamic Mic : Yes Cost: 11,299 INR
Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2 If you’re a frequent traveller you are probably all too familiar with headphones that can’t hold a charge and can’t block out sound. Well Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2 is one of the few headphones on the market that can do all of the above and is budget friendly. The BackBeat Pro 2 offers an excellent travel headphone with incredible battery life, supreme comfort, the ability to pair two device as one and most importantly good sound quality for the cost. These wireless noise-cancelling headphones are a traveller’s best friend. Specifications : Acoustic Design: Closed Weight: 289 grams Battery life: 100m Cost: 13,490 INR
Bose SoundSport Wireless The Bose SoundSport Wireless is simply a great buy for the price. Not only do the earphones wound superb they are extremely comfortable and easy to use. The buds stays glued to your ears even during running or jogging which along with their sweat resistance makes them a great option for active users. Specifications : Battery life: 6 hours Acoustic Design: Closed Cost: 13,275 INR
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ENTERTAINMENT
Virat & Anushka tie the knot
Taimur turns 1!! It was a special day for Kapoor-Pataudi Khandaan as the little star kid, Taimur Ali Khan, turned one. The birthday celebration was a low-key affair which took place at the Pataudi Palace with Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Karisma Kapoor, Karisma’s kids, Kiaan and Samiera, Babita, Randhir and Karan Kapoor. Amrita Arora, who is one of Bebo’s closest friends, was also in attendance. Taimur’s aunt, Karisma, shared some wonderful snaps of the celebration on her Instagram.
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli got married at a private ceremony in Tuscany, Italy which was attended by close family and a few friends. The wedding was performed as per Hindu rituals. Both the bride and the groom looked ravishing in the wedding ensemble which was designed by Sabyasachi Mukherjee. They posted the following message on their individual Instagram accounts after the wedding “Today we have promised each other to be bound in love for ever. We are truly blessed to share the news with you. This beautiful day will be made more special with the love and support of our family of fans & well wishers. Thank you for being such an important part of our journey.”
Betty White for Lifetime Achievement Award
Betty White will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 55th Annual International Cinematographers Guild Publicists Awards Luncheon to be held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on March 2. ICG national president Steven Poster said, “Betty White is a joy and a national treasure. She brings a smile to the nation’s face and the ICG is honoured to celebrate her inspiring accomplishments.” White said, “It is such an honour to be recognized for a lifetime of doing what you love. I do not ever take it for granted.” White, 95, has won seven Emmys and was added recently to the Guinness World Records under the title “Longest TV Career for an Entertainer (Female).
Khloe Kardashian FINALLY confirmed she’s pregnant in a big way!
Looks like Khloe Kardashian, 33, was just waiting for the perfect moment to confirm she’s expecting her first child with boyfriend Tristan Thompson, 26! She posted a black and white picture of her sweet baby bump along with an announcement for her millions of fans. Khloe’s full announcement read: “I had been waiting and wondering but God had a plan all along. He knew what He was doing. I simply had to trust in Him and be patient. I still at times can’t believe that our love created life! Tristan, thank you for loving me the way that you do! Thank you for treating me like a Queen! Thank you for making me feel beautiful at all stages! Tristan, most of all, Thank you for making me a MOMMY!!! You have made this experience even more magical than I could have envisioned! I will never forget how wonderful you’ve been to me during this time! Thank you for making me so happy my love! Thank you to everyone for the love and positive vibes! I know we’ve been keeping this quiet but we wanted to enjoy this between our family and close friends as long as we could privately. To enjoy our first precious moments just us, Thank you all for understanding. I am so thankful, excited, nervous, eager, overjoyed and scared all in one! But it’s the best bundle of feelings I’ve ever felt in my life!” 68 JANUARY, 2018 - TULIP
ENTERTAINMENT Sunny Leone beats Baahubali’s Anushka Shetty
Pawan Kalyan’s Agnyaathavaasi Rajamouli’s Baahubali record
breaks
Power Star Pawan Kalyan’s upcoming movie Agnyaathavaasi has started to crush records already. The film created a record for being the first movie to release in most foreign theatres and now it has added one more record in its kitty. The makers released the teaser, which wreaked havoc on social media. Even before the teaser release, the hashtag #Agnyaathavaasiteaserday stood at fourth in the national trends. After the release, it became the teaser most liked in a day’s time. It has crossed 7 million views on Youtube and bagged 440k likes; something which SS Rajamouli’s Baahubali could not. The film is scheduled to hit the theatres on 10th January 2018 on the occasion of Sankranthi.
a takes Chandika Hathurusingh h charge as Sri Lanka coac Chandika Hathurusingha took charge as Sri Lanka cricket coach on Wednesday, looking to replicate the success he found with Bangladesh. Sri Lanka has been without a coach since Graham Ford resigned six months ago. Fielding coach Nick Pothas had been the interim coach since then. Sri Lanka Cricket authorities hope Hathurusingha’s arrival will change the national team’s fortunes after a string of losses in recent months. “My plans with Bangladesh, New South Wales, Sri Lanka A and Moors have all been successful. I will be implementing a similar plan,” Hathurusinghe told reporters. “This team has the potential to go two or three steps higher if we go along with a plan.”
Sunny Leone has been roped in an upcoming movie, in which she will be seen playing real-life warrior princess, is expected to go on floors in February 2018. The name of the movie hasn’t been revealed yet. Sunny Leone’s demand shocked the producers of her South India film. She is believed to have quoted the amount, which is higher than what Anushka Shetty got for Baahubali series. Sunny Leone has demanded Rs 2.5 Cr (excluding tax) as her salary and including tax, the remuneration roughly comes around Rs 3.25 Cr. This is higher than Anushka’s, who received Rs 2.5 Cr each for the two-part Baahubali series. This is Sunny’s first full-fledged South Indian film and she is already beating the top Tollywood actresses!
Saina Nehwal commends P.V. Sindhu
Saina Nehwal was awed by Akane Yamaguchi’s performance against PV Sindhu in the final of the Dubai World Super Series Finals where the Japanese came from behind to beat Sindhu and clinch the gold. Sindhu lost 21-15, 12-21, 19-21 to Yamaguchi in the final in Dubai after battling for an hour and 34 minutes that tested all her fitness and skills. “First of all it is difficult to reach the finals itself and she (Sindhu) has done that time and again. I think the training time she had before the Rio Olympics is giving her the push and confidence to play tough games. Also, she is fit enough to play back-to-back against these top girls.” Saina attributed her Nationals victory to her good movement on the court but accepted that had the match gone to the third game, the result might have been different. “I beat Sindhu on that day. It was good and I was moving well. But I was also tired and my stamina was finished in the second set. If it would have gone to the third set, I think I could have hardly lasted,” Saina said. “She (Sindhu) has more stamina than me and she is fitter than me. I would say I only won because I was moving well and my smashes were coming hard. She gave a good fight in the second set and it was close. I could see my fitness was again a problem at that time but I can only improve my fitness with more time and that is the issue at the moment.” TULIP - JANUARY, 2018 69
ENTERTAINMENT
MOVIES Movie Reviews
Jumanji: Welcome to the jungle Its been 23 years since Robin Williams and Bonnie Hunt first sat down and pulled out a mysterious board game called Jumanji. However in Jumamji: Welcome to the Jungle, the story starts 10 years after the events of the first flim, and the board game is found washed up on a beach by Alex Vreeke (played by Mason Guccione). He takes it home and dusts it off and opens it up, but as with most modern teens, his only comment is “who plays board games?”. The movie is no drama; in fact it’s the kind of movie that we could rather use at the moment. Its four teens who find themselves caught in entirely alien bodies inside of a video game. Most of the gamer tropes are to be found, from multiple lives to NPCs who can only repeatedly spout their handful of Pre-programmed responses. Various characters have abilities that the others can’t duplicate. There’s a certain amount of irony involved in the film, with this being the second film in a row in which Johnson has a quest which involves returing a green rock to its place of origin. And following in William’ footsteps, Dwayne Johnson also just came off of being lead in a Disney animated film. Go in to have fun. There is enough creative applications of gamer logic, even though b the end the film there’s pretty solid idea of how things are going to end up. Tiger Zinda Hai Tiger Zinda Hai Tiger Zinda Hai is based on the 2014 abduction of Indian nurses by ISIS but the only specks of authencity to expect in the Alo Abbas Zafar film are the correct names of the geographical locations – Mosul, Tikrit – recreated in Morocco and Abu Dhabi, perhaps. Everything else defies reality and logic, unabashedly so. Just about anything goes in the name of Bhai. The film is a far-fetched, brazen and unapologetic paean to the stardom of Salman Khan, showcasing him as the ultimate action hero. It’s not like action saves this action film. Tiger’s action scenes feature close-shots, fast edits or slow motion, with him holding guns or showing off his naked torso, kind of felt like John Rambo’s action scene. At one point the the film is a huge mess it unleashes Sallu’s bhaigiri plays on patriotism and tricolour jingoism and also aims to be a well-meaning Indo-Pak peace initiative, bringing RAW and ISI together on a joint mission. Katrina Kaif though is a revelation. She is lithe, light on her feet when she lands and can form unimaginable contours on screen when she moves. Her action scenes are more fun, wholesome and she gets a compact introduction that is better than Salman Khan’s. This movie is a onetime watch.
MCA: Middle Class Abbayi Nani’s brother and his friends are his world. But he shares love-hate relationship with his sister-inlaw Jyothi. What happens when Shiva threatens his family is what ‘MCA’ is all about. Nani is good enough in his role as the middleclass man who values the relationships he forms. He is a delight to watch on screen and does his best with the flat role he’s offered. Sai Pallavi is beautiful and dances like a dream, but has yet again been handed the short end of rope. It is maybe only Bhumika, whom the audience have seen after a long time, who will be memorable in her role as the straightforward and honest RTO officer. Naresh, Rajeev Kanakala, Vennela Kishore and Priyadarshini have their key roles in the film, they hardly get any screen-time because this is a Nani and Bhumika show through. The cinematography of the film is good enough, while the songs fail to make an impression. It is the BGM that is the star of the show, going in sync with the proceedings on-screen and entertaining the audience. The first of the film is entertaining while the second half of the film gets a bit draggy at parts. MCA is good enough for a one-time watch, especially if you’re a Nani or a sucker for family dramas.
Upcoming Movies in January
Padman 26th January
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Aiyaary 26th January
The Post 12th January
Agnaythavasi 10th January
ENTERTAINMENT
BOOKS The Chemist
by Stephenie Meyer Stephanie Meyer, known from her best-selling Twilight series, brings a completely different, well-plotted story that’s unlike anything she has done before. Readers will be surprised from start to finish as they race through this page-turner. On the run, a former U.S. government employee — in a field that’s so secret it doesn’t even have a name — can’t stay in the same place or use the same name too long. After considering her a threat, the U.S. agency needs her dead. To shed the target off her back, she is offered a way out by a former handler. However, it requires her to carry out one last job for her former employers that will risk her own life. A professional torturer on the run from her employers falls in with sexy twin brothers.
Thanks, Obama: My Hopey, Changey White House Years by David Litt
Remember when Presidents spoke in complete sentences instead of unhinged tweets? Former Obama speechwriter David Litt reflects on a time when fact- checking was an integral part of White House protocol, climate change was acknowledged as a real thing, and presidents not only turned into the White House Correspondents’ Dinners-they also performed comic skits with Keegan-Michael Key. In this candid memoir, Litt brings us inside Obama world, recalling the electrifying moment he discovered Obama and how he arrived at the White House at 24 years-old (one of the youngest White House speechwriters in history) to eventually become Obama’s go-to comedy writer. We get an inside look into politics as it was under the former administration, and we discover why Litt believes the legacy of Barack Obama will prevail long after the age of Donald Trump.
The Windfall by Diksha Basu
This cross-cultural comedy of manners set between India and America is all about the complex (and very humorous) antics of a family whose patriarch, Mr. Jha, is intent on moving up in the world. He’s glad to have left behind the petty goings-on of their previous community in New Delhi- whisperings about who might have stolen the attractive young widow’s yoga pants are exactly the type of nonsense he’s hoping to avoid in their posh new neighborhood. Though money doesn’t necessarily buy the Jha’s happiness, it delivers readers plenty of laughs and more. Soon it’ll come to the screen because Paramount and Anonymous Content (Known for likes of The Knick & True Detective) are developing it into a TV series.
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TINSEL TOWN
Narsaiah
Peddi Reddy
Birthday Bash
Kiran & R P Patnayak
What: Suchir India CEO Lion Kiron celebrates his birthday Where: Durgam Chearavu Suchir India CEO Lion Dr. Y. Kiron Kumar celebrated his birthday with his close friends and family. He threw a theme based birthday party which was “GYPSY” and all the guests were dressed according to the theme. The evening was spectacular as everyone was seen having fun while they also danced to the upbeat songs after which the Lion Kiron cut the cake. Some Tollywood actors and directors were also spotted at the event. The guests were also seen indulging in the delicious food.
Bobby
Birthday Soiree
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Neeru Mohan
Madhavi
What: Meenu Soni’s Birthday celebrations Where: Karma Meenu Soni celebrated her birthday with a grand bash. Dressed in their stylish dress, revellers were spotted posing for the shutterbug as they let their hair down and danced to the popular desi and international beats played by the in-house DJ. The birthday girl stole the show in ravishing white outfit that oozed class. The revellers cheered on as Meenu poured champagne on the champagne tree after which she cut the cake. The lavish spread too was a delight with different varieties of food like Mongolian, Italian, Chinese and Indian dishes, and some mouth-watering desserts. It was a gala time for everyone.
Divya
Raj Thakur
TINSEL TOWN
Aamer Javeed, Ruba Javeed with Arhaan
Just Turned One
What: Aamer Javeed’s son Arhaan turns one Where: Nizam Club Aamer and Ruba Javeed’s son turned one and the proud parents hosted a fun-filled birthday bash for their little one, Arhaan Amjad Javeed. The guests showered their blessings, love and gifts to the little star. For the children in attendance a captivating magic show, bouncy castles, face painting, faux-tattoos were arranged. Adults and children alike were enthralled by the Candy Land themed cake. Guests were also seen enjoying the lavish spread of high tea with Mughlai, continental and oriental delicacies, along with chaats, sweets and ice creams. Over 500 guests attended the birthday party which included family, friends, politicians, bureaucrats and the creme de la creme of the city.
Vandana Gupta
Meenakshi
Mind Games with Hyderabadis
Maha, Zibran & Alyna
Sofiya
Vishal
What: Lions Club Hyderabad hosted event by Mentalist Vish Where: The Park All the ladies of the club were in for a session with Vish, a Bangalore based mentalists not to be awestruck but to be amazed. Many curious ladies turned up for the innovative party only to be floored by Vish’s engaging tricks and mind games. As the ladies were having a fun time at the event they indulged into a gourmet meal of Indian cuisines and bonded over a lavish meal and posed for pictures at the photo booth before calling it a day.
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TINSEL TOWN
Shalini
Rakhee, Archana Bhagat & Rupal Bansal
Charity Gala
What: Utkrash Club Annual Program 2017 Where: Westin Hotel This year for its annual program, Utkarsh presented “Bombay talkies” which showcased the different eras of Bollywood cinema. From the bulky moustached Raj Kapoor in the 40’s to the baring John Abraham and the chocolate Ranbir Kapoor, all the guests were dressed as their favourite actor and actresses to the event. It was a fun filled evening as there were some dance performances on some of the famous songs of the 60s, 70s and 80s. Indy
Capacious Store
Priya
Reema
Serene
Fashion Soiree
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What: Shilpa Reddy new flagship store Where: 45, Jubliee Hills Shilpa Reddy has opened her new studio, encompassing wedding and occasion wear and luxury prêt. The impeccable finishes she’s been known for since her first collection don’t change. This store is very spacious and the idea of an open studio lends gravitas to customised clothing. This store is also integrated with the workshop. All guests were seen having a good time while looking at her garments and few of them even got to wear her collection.
Hurmeet
Kirtana
TINSEL TOWN
Jai, Anchal, Laila & Feroz
Inayah & Rashed
A Chic Evening
What: Sundowner White Party Where: Karma Laila Khan and and Firoz Khan along with Aanchal and Jai Bhariwala hosted a sundowner white party for all their close friends as a quick Christmas celebration. All the guests turned up in striking white outfits as per the party theme. It was a fun-filled evening as everyone was seen having a gala time. They danced to up-beat tunes, posed for pictures and bonded over the lipsmacking food.
Sirisha
Namitha
Sabiha
Madhumitha
Avinash, Suchita & Sunny
Store Launch
Ash Kaur
What: Yuva Store Launch by Neeru’s Where: Banjara Hills The second Footwear store by Neerus, Yuva was recently launched in Banjara Hills. With some of the best fusion footwear, fashion jewellery and exclusive clutches this wide variety of choices kept the city shoppers busy. You are sure to be spoilt for choice!
Sonali Swathi
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Shams News Agencies Abids, 9247750700
Crossword Bookstore
F45 Training
Film Nagar, Jubilee Hills 073067 64545
Core Fitness Station Road No. 37, Jubilee Hills, 040 6559 1999
Ozone Fitness & Spa
Inorbit Mall, 040 4460 9521
Road No. 1, Banjara Hills, 040 3910 0000
Walden
Gold’s Gym
Shop No. 6-3-871, Greenlands Road, Begumpet, 040 2341 3434
Landmark
Somajiguda Circle, Begumpet 040 4050 5000
Oxford Book Store
Rd Number 1, Ambedkar Nagar
pCAR DEALERS Audi
Opp Barclays Bank, Road No 12, Banjara Hills. Tel:23324545
Talwar cars (Volvo)
Himayatnagar, 090000 26767
hHOSPITALS Apollo Hospitals
Rd. No. 10, Jubilee Hills, Tel : 23553323, 23608050
Care Hospitals
Rd. No. 1, Banjara Hills, Tel : 30418488, 30116142
Rainbow Childrens Hospitals
Rd. No. 10, Banjara Hills, Tel : 23319064, 23319062.
Near Reliance Digital, Rd. No. 12, Banjara Hills. Tel : 67118135
Yashoda Hospital
Renault Hyderabad
Sunshine Hospitals
3-7-112/20/3/B, Near Kamineni Hospital, LB Nagar 040 2403 6599
Volkswagen Deccan
Plot No. 08, Sy No. 102/3/B, Nagole Village, UppalMandal, Ranga Reddy District 077998 88700
COFFEE SHOPS Cuppa
70, Nagarjuna Hills 040 4019 4014
Minerva Coffee Shop
6-3-1110, Ground Floor, Amrutha Mall, Raj Bhavan Road, Somajiguda 040 2341 5910
The Lounge-Cafe Coffee Day
Banjara Road, Banjara Hills, Lane After City, OppTaj Krishna 093946 61065
SkyPark Cafe
8-2-68/1/B/B1, Owners Pride, 5th Floor, # 12, Road, GS Nagar, Nandi Nagar 040 6456 5510
Starbucks Coffee
Road No. 92, Near Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills 1860 266 0010
FITNESS CLUBS 360 Degrees
Rd. No. 36, Jubilee Hills, Tel : 23552360
Somajiguda, Tel : 67779000, Secunderabad, 040 4455 0000
The Birthplace
Road No. 2, Banjara Hills 040 6713 9999
HOTELS ITC - Kakatiya
Musaddilal Jewellers
Banjara Hills : 66756666 King Koti, Tel : 66665588
Hard Rock Cafe
Suhani Pittie
Tel : 44767900
Begumpet, Tel : 66629917 / 16
Vertigo - The High Life
Punjagutta, 040 6678 2244
Above Elahe, Rd No.10, Banjara Hills, Tel : 67114636
TBZ
Punjagutta, Tel : 23400231
Krishna Pearls & Jewellers Inorbit Mall, Madhapur 098490 19163
CaratLane Hyderabad Road No 36, Jubilee Hills 040 2354 2471
Mor Jewellers
R K Plaza, Panjagutta 040 2340 5786
)MOBILES Big C
Hitech City, Madhapur 099668 31888
Mega Mobile
#10-4-41/A/2, Shop No.2, Golconda Apartment, S.D. Hospital Road, Castle Hills 091778 79046
Cellworld Communications
Door No. 5-9-62, Shop No. 42-46, Khan Lateef Khan Estates, LB Stadium Road, Basserbagh 095534 77759
MULTIPLEXES IMAX Prasadz
Near NTR Gardens,
Marriot
Tel : 23448989 / 39895050
INOX
Rd. No.1, Banjara Hills,
Road No.12, Banjara Hills, 040 6599 3599
J RESORTS Alankrita
Thumkunta Village, Shameerpet Tel : 27709106 / 27709104
Palm Exotica Boutique Resort & Spa
Parveda Village, Shankarpally, Tel : 42020222 / 42020444
Lahari
Bhanoor, Near Patancheru Tel:23492350
Leonia
Rd. No. 1, Banjara Hills, Tel : 66465678, 23350744
Golconda resorts and spa Osman Sagar Lake, 040 3069 6969
RESTAURANTS Angeethi
Road. No. 1, Banjara Hills, Tel : 66255550
Little Italy
Road. No. 92, Jubilee Hills, Tel : 23558001 / 02
Glocal Junction
Road No. 1,Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad 040 33165688
Origins BIBA
Westside
Somajiguda Circle, 040 2340 0421
Splash Fashion India Pvt Ltd Road No. 36, Jubilee Hills, 040 2354 1195
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Journalist Colony, Road No.12 Jubilee Hills, 40040633
Paris de salon
Main Road, MLA Colony, Banjara Hills, Tel : 67120183
Naturals Unisex Salon & Spa Inorbit, Madhapur 040 4202 1111
Manea
Madhapur, 040 6453 2323
Lakme Salon
Madhapur, 040 4021 2003
Mirrors
Road No.1, Jubilee HIlls 040 2354 4236
Novotel
Gvk Mall, Rd No.1 Banjara Hills, Tel : 44767770 (www.inoxmovies.com)
Chime
Shamshabad - Tel : 66250000 Hitech City - Tel : 66824422
The Park
PVR Cinemas
China Bistro
Opium Spa’s
Sodabottleopenerwala
Park Hyatt-Spa
Somajiguda, Tel : 23456789
Westin
Hitech City - Madhapur, Tel : 67676767 / 67676828
INTERIOR Home Centre
Somajiguda, 040 4031 1111
Elvy Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd. Road No. 12, Banjara Hills 040 69999403
Inhabit
Road No. 10, Banjara Hills, Phone:040 2335 8223
JEWELLERS Mangatrai Basheer Bagh, Tel : 23211083,
Punjagutta X Road Tel : 66621115 / 66621116
PET CARE Blue Cross Animal Shelter
Neeru’s Emporio on Road No.36 Jubilee Hills, 040 3298 9858
Olive’s Pet Clinic
SPAS
Nanakramguda, Gachibowli, 040 49251142 Road No.1, Jubilee Hills, 040 6516 0999 Road No.1, Jubilee Hills, 040 6888 8681
RETAILERS Jade Blue
DC Classifieds, Basheerbagh, 095507 25960
Road No.1, Banjara Hills,
Petcetera Home Stays
Elahe
040 23307774/75/76
Road No. 36, Jubilee Hills, 040 6589 0269 Road No. 2, Banjara Hills, 040 4949 1234
Aura Spa
Road No.12, Banjara Hills 040 6550 0226
O2 Spa
GVK One Mall Banjara Hills Tel : 9959010088
International School, Tapovan Park, Manikonda, 098857 27269
Road No.10, Banjara Hills, Tel : 23350130
KIDS PLAY CENTRE
Dr Dog Care
RWardrobe
Sim & Sam’s
Reddy House Mla Colony, Jubilee Hills, 040 6461 8100
PUBS 10 Downing Street
Lifestyle Bldg, Begumpet
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Tel : 67110387
MG Road, Secunderabad 040 27846770
Begumpet, Tel : 23400132 Tank Bund,Tel : 66522999
Cheque in favour of Bilgrami Media Pvt. Ltd.
Road. No.1, Banjara Hills, 040 66620390
Mebaz
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ARIES March 21 - April 19
TAROT
A perfect travel opportunity exists that will be very tempting and irresistible but deal with obligations and responsibilities first then have some fun. There may be a delicate situation that exists at work involving a professional associate. Stay out of it and keep your nose out of job politics. Your partner is extremely lucky now and sudden fame and fortune from a past effort can come along making this a wonderful joyous time. January 15th and 18th are your personal days where you can feel reenergized and ready to deal with the world again. You present an attractive and sometimes foreboding image that makes others take notice and listen to what you have to say. This is a good time to present a winning argument or ask for a raise. The Full Moon in Leo is a wonderful time to celebrate some of your most recent accomplishments. Your intuitive imagination is working overtime to provide you with the visions that you can apply to canvas, paper or any other medium that you use to express yourself. February could be the start of something big.
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JANUARY 2018 CANCER June 21 - July 22
You may have recently been the object of an animal’s attraction. Their kindness can help you through difficult times as well as good ones. Health and working conditions are also going through a transformation now making you subject to possible lawsuits or other legally binding contracts later this month. The New Moon on January 10th brings a legal matter to your attention. Allow your companion to make a suggestion and listen to their advice. You may just need to adjust your values a little to be more consistent with others. January 22nd and 25th are your personal days that let you shine and get noticed by all. You are always at your best at the Full Moon and this one will be no different. The finances of others involve you significantly now. Keep in mind that there will be many opportunities to increase your income now. Travel by air is likely and can provide you with the opportunity to make yourself known as successful. It will be hard not to share your joy with friends and family on January 30th and 31st when Moon joins Jupiter in your home sector. Invite them all for champagne, brunch or a tailgate party. And don’t forget to invite those from your past that remind you of earlier times you can laugh about.
TAURUS April 20 - May 20
You find yourself more than attractive now and others notice the difference. Take time off on January 5th and 6th when the Moon visits your opposite sign. Give in to partners requests and take a place in the background letting them have centre stage. Health issues still surround you and your need to overindulge in sweets or alcohol may need to be dealt with. Don’t fall back on old bad habits that are destructive to your image or your health. This could be the beginning of a travel expedition or educational pursuit that can increase your chances for success. Relationships become much more settled now and you find yourself using a more disciplined approach to your communications. Give others what they want whole heartedly for it will only return to you triple fold. Keep your entertainment lively and introduce a bit of extravagance if possible.
GEMINI May 21 - June 20
Expect to enjoy your New Year’s at home cooking up some healthy meals and keeping resolutions to maintain healthier practices. Uranus at the top of your chart brings some quirky and unusual opportunities for success. Your freedom and love of adventure characterize your choice of profession. Experiment with many new kinds of jobs or technology. Consult an accountant or tax attorney to discuss wills, inheritance and other important issues that involve other people’s money. January 20th and 21st are days you’ll not soon forget. Moon rejoins your Sun and the Sun enters companion air sign Aquarius. You grasp new theory or spiritual enlightenment that you could not easily conceive before. On January 25th a Full Moon enhances your communications skills, especially with siblings or neighbors. You may find yourself solving problems of debts owed to you and come out of it amicably. Attend an educational seminar or enrol in classes of a different sort now. Money returns to you from an unexpected source.
VIRGO
August 23 - September 22 You feel recharged, energized and ready to start many new projects. Home and family affairs are in for a bit of stirring up. Some issues need to be addressed again. The New Moon in Capricorn on the 10th is the beginning of happier times to come. Relationships start off as quickly as others come to an end. But by all means, use this creative period to get ahead and sell your ideas to others. Investment opportunities will be January 20 - February 18 profitable now and if you don’t watch out, your wallet and Observe birds and other animals in the wild to get a better perspective of your place stock portfolio won’t be the only thing that expands. Your on earth. This can be very effective if you’ve been having trouble with any of your sense of values and what you need to accomplish in life pets. Use this time to tune in to their thoughts and feelings. Saturn remains in your suddenly becomes perfectly clear providing you with a new health sector making you sensitive to temperature extremes. Always carry a scarf or focus. On January 25th, a Full Moon visits your 12th house shawl to protect you from cold. Uranus in your money sector is still playing havoc of secrets. Feeling a bit under the weather or withdrawn, with finances. There will be many unexpected opportunities to add to your income. you may prefer to visit old haunts over the new. Health Your general health and psyche improve and you must admit your feeling much takes on a special boost with the Sun visiting this sector of better than ever before. Analyze and write down thoughts as soon as they occur. your chart. You feel especially good on January 27th and Partnerships become very important now with the Full Moon in your relationship 30th when Moon returns to your sign for the second time sector. Show them they’re king or queen of the household and all will be fine. Adorn this month. Take a chance and ask for something you’ve them with presents and beautiful things if necessary and it will make their day and always wanted. You may be pleasantly surprised. your life easier.
AQUARIUS
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TAROT
LIBRA September 23 - October 22
SCORPIO October 23 - November 21
CAPRICORN December 22 - January 19
SAGITTARIUS November 22 - December 21
LEO July 23 - August 22
PISCES February 19 - March 20
Real estate transactions finally take place but not without some grief from others that try to interfere with your progress. Create the comfortable home environment you’ve always dreamed of. Working from a home office may be a better alternative than past choices. January 3rd - 5th and January 30th and 31st are your personal days where things generally go your way. You look and feel your best and others take you seriously. Make it an opportunity to go out socially and make new contacts. On January 10, the New Moon in your 4th house could have you enjoying the comforts of your new home. Invite others to join you there to celebrate your new beginnings. Make a statement about what you value most in life. Let others know exactly how you feel. The meeting of a true soul mate can occur making the dark dreary days of winter much more enjoyable, especially towards the end of the month. Dramatic or emotional displays can make things difficult but if you know your friends you’ll know what they are trying to convey. Seeing that you’re spending all your time and attention on your new love they have been missing your attention.
A New Moon in your sign on January 10th is like a personal birthday. Improve your people skills and maintain a healthy balance between personal and professional life. Being well rounded will greatly improve your efforts at achieving your goals. Keep dark foreboding thoughts at bay and don’t even think revenge without recalling the rule of thumb; what goes out returns triple fold. Send positive thoughts to others less fortunate and be receptive to the positive energy that returns. Still, under a rather deceptive or unclear picture about finances, you remain steadfast in your approach. The sudden meeting of someone from your past can improve your chances of success. Uranus brings the return of an old acquaintance. Relationships provide the kind of stable environment you need to pursue goals. With the Full Moon in your money house, you’re bound to get some clear-cut answers about finances now. A bright new opportunity exists and you should receive word of it on or around the Full Moon. Keep to a written contract because promises can suddenly fade and be elusive to the fact. Partners hold steadfast and support you in your endeavours.
Powerful attractions and or habits may push you over the edge. It’s time to transform things that directly affect your health before they transform you. Keep promises regarding diet and exercise and don’t let past misunderstandings cause you to sway from goals. It becomes very apparent how stress and employment conditions affect your psyche and physical health. Finish up with any creative projects you may have entertained over the past several weeks and move on to bigger and better things. You may find yourself in a new work environment with new and interesting associates offering their assistance. January 11th and 12th may be particularly tiring days where you much prefer to take time off if possible. But that’s about to change now with the Full Moon in your sign on the 25th. You’ll find things falling into place and going your way once again. Stay away from taking unnecessary risks. Especially when using someone else’s advice despite the fact that they mean well. They are sadly mistaken. Use this Full Moon energy to recharge your battery and come forward again with a new approach. It’s been a long and sometimes arduous journey until now. The light at the end of the tunnel is now shining brightly. Keep your faith intact. 80 JANUARY, 2018 - TULIP
Thoughts are in financial planning. Be versatile and creative in applying your job skills and watch earning abilities improve. January 5th and 6th are your personal days to shine. You’ll be known for your clever repertoire. Send original greeting card or email to friends and enemies. Being involved in several projects at once alleviates your boredom and keeps the mind sharp and receptive. Although that may not be the case on January 18th and 19th when Moon in your opposite sign insists that partners take the lead. Sit back and follow their directive for a change. On January 25th there is a very important Full Moon that emphasizes career and home environment. You may come to the conclusion that one or the other must change if you are to be happy with them both. Your presence in the workforce is greatly admired and appreciated now and you can be certain others take notice. A reward or recognition can come to you now making you very proud. Just letting things go may be the answer to avoid unnecessary conflict. Learn from a past mistake and go on to improve future relationships.
With Mars joining Pluto in your sign this month, you’re bound to be more fired up than usual. There’s a New Moon and several other luminaries in your 2nd house of finances that can significantly improve your bank account. Friends come to your rescue and set you straight about future plans. Saturn still has an iron fist on lending options so you may need to resort to your own sources for income to provide coverage of your needs. Keep tempers in check and start a good exercise program where you can release some of that pent-up energy or anger. January 7th and 8th are your personal days this month. Use the energy they supply you to find yourself new and exciting ways of expressing yourself without becoming argumentative. Have patience and don’t display wilfulness when dealing with others especially siblings. On January 10th a New Moon in your money house improves finances and allows you to buy a long-anticipated purchase. Take a short trip around the time of the Full Moon on January 25th. You may find yourself completing a writing project that provides you with additional income. Fiction or occult subject matter takes the lead bringing an answer to your financial problems.
Get organized. Try dance or exercise therapy for relief. Try not to be too impatient or argumentative. The New Moon can bring helpful group support when the 11th house is affected by Capricorn transits. Late January promises to be a great time to form goals and determine what you desire most out of life. A renewed stability comforts you as February approaches. Neptune, your ruling planet in opposition to your 6th house of health, emphasizes the importance of being in tune with yourself. Analyze what foods and lifestyle and exercise programs are appropriate. New friends and contacts come your way, with the New Moon on January 10th. A visit to a hospital or another institute can reinforce your previous notions about what is important in life. Neptune lifts you above all that to help you better understand things that are ethereal and not of this world. Be mindful of taking care of your own dear heart when the Full Moon sheds light on this area. Improve circulation by taking long walks. Talk to your significant other and improve the bonds that hold you.
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