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CONTENTS ON THE COVER Miheeka Bajaj HAIR & MAKEUP Farheen Husain OUTFIT Rheson PHOTOGRAPHY Artem Enterprises
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Over A Cappuccino with Sucheta Pal
22.BEAUTY
East Asian Magic Arrives in the South
25.COVER STORY Wanderlust on World Tourism Day
31.TRAVEL
Palampur, the tea capital of North India
34.FASHION
Lakme Fashion Week 2019 Outfits to be added to your wardrobe this season
44.CUISINE
9 healthy to go restaurants & cafes in Hyderabad
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Social Media Detoxing-hype or necessity? Gratitude comes with grace- A chance to say thankyou Navratri 2109
62.FEATURE
Mastering the Law Of Attraction with Kosh Rawjee Discovering Tarot
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CEO Ansar Ahmed Bilgrami PUBLISHER & EDITOR Esam Ahmed Bilgrami MARKETING HEAD Md. Abdul Rahman FEATURE WRITER Masooma Fatima COPY EDITOR Jessica David
Tulip is one of the oldest magazines in the city and they have been getting better and better with each issue! The versatility in content is just amazing and catches the attention of peope from all walks of life alike! It is my go to magazine for anything lifestyle related. Nisha Menon Fitness Profession
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SEPTEMBER
Welcome!
September is here. Can’t believe we’ve reached the last quarter of the year in a jiffy! I believe we’ve journeyed through a pretty eventful year until now and I hope that we’ve kept our readers hooked and informed about everything under the sun, right here in Hyderabad. For this issue, we have Miheeka Bajaj on the cover, sharing her peripatetic experiences from cruising the world. Read through and you will be instantly transported into her adventures. September is popular for being the month for Teachers, with Teachers’ Day round the corner. Bringing you the best of gratitude stories in our Special feature to warm your heart and inspire you to return the favour to your favourite teachers this month. This September, we also kickstart Navratri celebrations. Flip through our pages to find the best Navratri Utsavs lined up for you. Healthy is the new Tasty. Find out how you can stay healthy without punishing your poor taste buds in our Cuisine section. Ever wonder how Social Media controls our life? We reviewed our audience to enlighten you about the positives and negatives of this millennial networking. Right from the Rise of Korean Products, to a Lakmé Fashion Week inspired wardrobe, this issue is sure to ignite your heart. We’ve got a ton of exciting stuff within these pages. Here’s to a great read! Happy September, readers!
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Concerts, marathons, stand up comedy and lots more. Your guide to this month’s events!
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Artisans Bazaar 2019 Venue:Ogaan Visit www.allevents.in to book tickets
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Knack2019 Designer Runway Venue: Coming Soon Visit www.meraevents.com to book tickets
Garba Dandiya camp-2019 Venue: Rang Manch, Himayathnagar Visit www.meraevents.com to book tickets
Hi Life Hyderabad Venue: Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre Visit www.allevents.in to book tickets
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Dadasaheb Phalke Awards South 2019 Venue: N Convention Visit www.bookmyshow.com to book tickets
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Arkayam 2019 Venue: Taj Deccan Visit www.allevents.in to book tickets
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| WHAT’S NEW
Frozen Ribbons Make way for this cute little store in town that promises to serve you ice cream that is as thin as paper! A first of its kind, Frozen Ribbons is true to its name as the ice-cream looks just like a pile of pretty coloured ribbons. The variety of flavours is not elaborate but definitely unique. Amongst these, the rose flavoured and chocolate hazelnut are must try’s! The ice-cream is so creamy and tasty that you are definitely going to go back for more. Address: Lower Ground Floor, Alcazar Plaza, Opposite City Centre, Banjara Hills Contact: 8106429063
Rasa Rasa an authentic South Indian cuisine place that serves authentic South Indian cuisine for vegetarians. It has a mix of cuisines from Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana in the form of buffet. The ambience of the restaurant is neatly done with paintings hanging on the wall that give the vibe of a temple. The Sunday Brunch at Rasa is particularly gaining popularity as it serves unique yet delicious dishes that are different from the regular Sunday brunches at other restaurants. The Artikaya Bajji, Garelu, Urulaikilangu Vuruval, Ennai Katirikaiy, Corriander rice, Badushah and Semiya Kesari are must haves! Address: 1st Floor Bullet King Building,Madhapur Rd, HUDA Techno Enclave, Hitec City. Contact: 040 71327892
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Masquerade By Mystery Rooms Masquerade, the latest food venture by Mystery Rooms is one of the most uniquely designed quintessential multi cuisine cafe based on the enchanting theme of masks. It is a perfect place for all the foodies & party lovers, who are constantly in search of choices and experiences to reinvigorate themselves. From a casual, all-day eatery to formal, fine dining spaces, guests can look forward to a wide selection of delectable dishes and scintillating drinks with a fascinating eclectic vibe entailing all the senses. Masquerade is high on entertainment quotient with options like VR (Virtual reality) zone, Play station, Dart games, Board games, Library etc. The cafe boasts a comprehensive Avant-garde menu, prepared with the freshest and finest ingredients that caters to all palettes with a wide variety of vegetarian, and non-vegetarian dishes. The Chilli pepper crispy corn, Tandoori baked chicken tikka, chipotle fish, half and half pasta and lasagna, paneer pizza, masquerade mystery melon and chocolate brownie are a must try! Address: Shop 7, The Platina Building, Gachibowli Miyapur Road Contact: 040 71327448
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Celebrating Handlooms Recently, the city witnessed a unique celebration on handlooms on the account of the National Handloom Day. A number of guests were invited and everyone present at the event was dressed in outfits made of handloom material. A few speeches also took place in which speakers educated the audience about the importance of handlooms. Where: State Art Gallery
Rakhi Celebrations @ Aamantran After a successful rakhi event last year, Aamantran, this year, hosted an even better and bigger rakhi gathering. With a wide spread of royal style table setups for all families, the 500 pax capacity Banquet Hall was impressively decorated with a rakhi special theme by Aamantran. Selfie Photo Booths were placed all over the place for families to capture their moments in style. The main highlight of the event, as appreciated by guests, was the delicious wide spread of buffet by Aamantran. Where: Aamantran, Abids 16 SEPTEMBER, 2019 TULIP
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Makeup Workshop By FK Artist Renowned makeup artist, Fatima Khan, shared her makeup secrets with students at a workshop conducted at her studio. The workshop taught students how to achieve a polished makeup look for every occasion. The master class witnessed Fatima answering all queries of students whilst teaching the students tips, tricks and hacks for HD and airbrush makeup application. All in all, it was a wonderfully planned and executed workshop that turned out to be very successful with a number of enthusiastic young girls willing to learn from the best! Where: Spice 6, The Arab Villagio
KLM Fashion Run A one of a kind event, this fashion run by the KLM mall was filled with fun, excitement and a lot of running. A number of socialites from the city were a part of the event and the madness witnessed was like never before. Everyone was seen sporting red T-shirts, sponsored by Airtel; running like never before to win the cash price worth lakhs of rupees. Where: Hitex Grounds 18 SEPTEMBER, 2019 TULIP
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A compilation of all things we are obsessing over this month
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Mad Men
Set in New York in the 1960s, Mad Men follows one of the city’s most prestigious ad agencies on Madison Avenue. The agency is doing well, but as the industry grows, the competition begins to stiffen. The agency tries to survive in a time when everything, including the ad industry, is undergoing a radical shake-up. The two protagonists are the enigmatic Don Draper (Jon Hamm), a self-made executive whose childhood seems to always get in the way of his happiness, and ultra-terse Peggy Olson (Elisabeth Moss), a former secretary who works her way up the corporate ladder. From its first episode all the way through its final season, Mad Men is a tremendous work of art. Watch on: www.netflix.com
“Serene valley of Flowers” Valley of Flowers is located in Chamoli district (near Badrinath) of Uttarakhand, approximately 300 km to the north of Rishikesh. This is a picturesque national park, gracing the beauty of Western Himalayas. Valley of flowers was discovered in 1931 and is a World Heritage Site for its wild untamed blooms surrounded by white peak. A perfect place to laze around in September in the umpteen number of Himalayan water-falls, streams and paddocks and let the beauty of the place sink in.
The days are long gone since you could say, “It must be true – I read it on the internet. Unfortunately, it has become a common occurrence to find accounts with fake Instagram followers especially wannabe influencers. You may have a large number of followers, but don’t forget- you can always be caught by the number of likes on your posts!
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Over a Cappuccino with
Sucheta Pal Tell us something about yourself? On the professional front, I have a career in “Fitness”, which is really fun. As the ambassador for Zumba® fitness and an educator for the same, I officially train and license instructors in India. Women wellness and mental health as a cause is very close to my heart and via this career, I have had several opportunities to create real change for the same. It’s been a roller coaster ride from being an Engineer to switching a career in fitness but I have amazing family and friends to thank and a very loving, smart and secure man as my husband, who has supported me throughout. As an individual on the personal front, I am addicted to learning and trying new experiences which involves solo travels to Dharmshala, Sky Diving in Vegas or attending a 10 day silent Vipassana retreat in Igatpuri. I truly believe that the greatest high is self evolution and the only way to create real positive change in our community is by doing our bit towards selfimprovement first. My instagram profile reads dreamer, believer and hustler and I do think it does justice to who I am. You’re the first name that comes to our mind when we hear the word Zumba. How does that feel? When and how did you come to take up Zumba as a profession? 20 SEPTEMBER, 2019 TULIP
I hail from a loving, middleclass family in Ranchi. After a degree in Electrical Engineering and 4 years in the corporate world, I knew I had a different calling. I realized that dance was my true passion and took the difficult decision to quit my high-flying corporate life and pursue professional dance training in Mumbai. The initial struggle was inevitable, with training and three part-time jobs all at once. But this paid off well when my passion took me to the United States and I discovered Zumba for the first time in 2010. I was so hooked! I taught Zumba professionally for about 2 years in the States. In 2012, I got a call from the CEO of Zumba fitness for an audition at the Miami brand headquarters to be the first Zumba Education specialist of India. After a rigorous training, I bagged the responsibility. It was truly a high point of my life! I moved back to India in April 2012 to re-launch this fitness program and conduct
official instructor trainings of Zumba. I am extremely honoured to share that today, from a few hundred trainers in 2012, we are now a family of over thousands of licensed Zumba instructors across India. It is beautiful to see my students now thriving as one of the largest fitness communities and taking the program to each nook and corner of India. According to you, what does it take to be successful in the field you excel in and to keep a steady momentum? Strength comes from struggle. When you learn to see your struggles as opportunities to become stronger, better and wiser, then your thinking shifts. It isn’t easy for a young woman to walk out on a cushiony corporate job and delve into something uncertain and new, but
teaching in Hyderabad and Jaipur. I’m heading to Gurgaon next, followed by Bengaluru, Pune, Chennai and then Mumbai. Give our readers a few tips on staying fit and how Zumba is a lifestyle in itself. There are 3 easy hacks for a healthier and fitter lifestyle. Firstly, just start! It can be as simple as morning walks in your apartment garden or joining a Zumba class. Most importantly, Don’t procrastinate! Secondly, have a fitness buddy group. From office colleagues who can motivate each other to an online fitness group/fitness challenges on these apps to give you that extra drive, it can be anything. Lastly, try different fitness formats and decide what you like the most. Join your favourite session and that’s the only way you will stick to it and see results.
one can’t anticipate great rewards without struggle. My struggle was the fire that kept pushing me ahead. If there is one piece of advice I will give the readers, it is to“Embrace struggle”. With great struggles comes great success! What’s next in terms of work? Is there anything you’ve planned or have in store for the dance enthusiasts out there? I’m excited to share that I am now in my 2nd trimester and have launched my new initiative #PregnantandPerfect. The purpose behind this initiative is to break myths around pregnancy which are related to exercise, age and career. I’m currently on a 7-city tour across India, conducting live Zumba master classes in my pregnancy for fitness enthusiasts and dance lovers, breaking the myths around pregnancy and exercise. I just finished
How do you balance work and personal life? Mutual respect and great partnership in life with my husband is the key. We both have worked very hard on this via a simple method called good communication. It has helped me tremendously to maintain a harmonious life. For me a work-life balance means first knowing who I am and what success means to me. My husband is aware about the fact that work is a high for me and hence is always supportive. I am also aware that for my husband quality time as companions is extremely important so I need to make time for him. What does it take to be a Zumba instructor? As the lead Zumba education specialist for india today, I have had the opportunity to train and officially license thousands of talented and hardworking aspirants on this journey and the beauty of it is that there are no pre-requisites. Just like any other career, it’s the hard work you put after the training. It’s how you make use of all the learning and training which will decide how successful you are as an instructor. The first step is for an aspirant to attend a two day official Zumba instructor training called Zumba Basic 1 with
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a Zumba Education specialist(zEs) in their city. The registration details of instructor trainings conducted in 195 countries including India is detailed on the official website zumba. com. Once the aspirant is registered, they physically attend this two day rigorous but fun instructor training with a zEs. The science of Zumba, the core steps and the tools and guidelines to become a successful instructor is taught via both theory and practical drills and it follows the standardised structure as created by Miami headquarters education department of Zumba. During the training, the new instructors also get the opportunity to sign up for the instructor learning and marketing support portal called “Zin”. Zumba is one of the only fitness brands in the world which provides this state-of-the-art and technologically advanced continuous learning support portal for all licensed instructors on a monthly subscription model. Every month each instructor across the world receives exclusive Zumba music, choreography, marketing support and so much more. The instructor is primed for success if they use these zin tools to teach effective classes. As they grow and progress they can also upgrade with Zumba speciality trainings like Zumba kids, Aqua Zumba, Strong by Zumba etc.
Rapid Fire Three things you don’t leave home without? My phone, a bottle of water and a mind full of ideas for my meetings. Next holiday destination? Definitely Maldives. It’s my favourite place on this planet. After I pop the baby out, we wish to take a quiet vacation down there early next year as a family. Most recent fashion purchase? I am impressed with Maybelline Super Stay lipsticks. They actually stay for 24 hours. Are you a morning or night person? Neither. My day starts at 6:30am and ends at 10:30pm. For some reason my afternoons are very productive for work. Your Biggest addiction To reinvent. I am addicted to learning and evolving. You will always find me in a new workshop or a meet up to make sure my soul is always satisfied. One habit you’d like to change? I can’t say no to opportunities and I guess it stems from the struggles I faced in my career. But sometimes I realize maybe I am stretching myself too far and it’s good to say no and prioritise some me time.
- As told to Jessica David
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East Asian Magic arrives in the South The rising popularity of Korean and Japanese Beauty Products
- By Syeda Inas Inayath
Before the era of social media, K-beauty and J-beauty for Indian customers was relatively out of reach. Since then, with their enhanced accessibility in India, Vloggers and bloggers have recorded their experiences using many of these products. Owing to the array of benefits shared by these bloggers, the popularity of these beauty products has substantially risen. Korean and Japanese pop stars and movies have taken the globe by storm over the past few years. Korean and Japanese Beauty is the recent addition to the global trends of K-Pop J-Pop and Korean Japanese Dramas. These beauty products incorporate natural ingredients among its primary elements, with their core components that are local to both Korea and Japan, such as ginseng and cherry blossoms. These ingredients have made these products much sought after, because they differ so much from skin care and make-up that can be found at home. “ Launching Korean products in India has totally been a boon to our Beauty community. I’ve been using The Face Shop range of rice water for over a year now for my extremely sensitive and dry skin; these products are totally pocket friendly. In the past year I’ve noticed my pores enlarging way too much so I’ve been using the Innisfree super volcanic pore clay mask and it has definitely shrunk them. Every once in a while I add Etude House cosmetics to my collection and they’re definitely worth it; not too harsh on the skin. In a nutshell, every K beauty product I’ve ever used has always made it worth my while and I’m pretty sure it’s going to be the same for a long time”, Tenzin Choden, Student. 22 SEPTEMBER, 2019 TULIP
Japanese and Korean beauty follow the same East Asian Beauty standard; they are very ritualistic in their beliefs, giving importance to the protection of skin as they believe that they must protect what has been passed down to them. They share few similar ingredients like fermented rice water and have also revolutionised the face mask game. Both K beauty and J beauty are known for their glowing and youthful style, but even with similar ingredients and composition, the major difference among the two is the application of products. Although a few products are accessible and on the low price range, many products have been observed to be that of a higher price range, which may be due to their rare ingredients which showcase their exclusivity. This rising popularity has not gone unnoticed as Korean and Japanses beauty products are often plagiarized due to their high
demand. So they must be purchased from authentic suppliers and stores to ensure that you are not scammed into harming yourself using fake versions that might be available in the market.
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the same time it keeps your skin moisturised. Oh and they are like 100 rupees each! That’s super affordable! I have also started considering Shiseido products, but I have not been able to completely dive into them as they have a higher price point, but hopefully in the future, I’ll definitely purchase it”, Amy Ho, Tax Analyst.
“I use sheet masks as a leisure and it’s one of the 10 steps of Korean skincare steps. I use the Innisfree sheet mask, which comes in different varieties like Ginseng, Berry, Honey, Rice water, Tomato etc. Each of these are really good for skin. For example, tomato fights with skin pigmentation, Ginseng is a medicinal remedy. Honey softens the skin etc. Overall, I feel each ingredient has good properties and at These unique and beneficial Korean and Japanese products have finally reached Hyderabad too. With Innisfree, Miniso and Ilahui we are sure many other companies will follow. Online markets such as Nykaa and Amazon has made it even more accessible to get a hold of these products. So would you give these products a shot?
Innisfree Address: Inorbit Mall, Hitec City
Miniso Address: Galleria Mall, Sarath City Mall, Inorbit Mall
Ilahui Address: GS Towers, 3-6/151-153, Himayat Nagar Road, Himayat Nagar.
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TOP 5 J - Beauty / K- Beauty products to try
Innis free Jeju Volcanic Pore Cleansing Foam
A Pore cleansing foam comprising of Jeju island volcanic clusters helps to eliminate excess oil and deeply cleanse the pores. (Available at Innisfree Inorbit Mall, Madhapur)
The Face Shop Face masks
Each mask highlights some of the best ingredients Korea has to offer, these masks hydrate the skin and moisturize the skin. (available at Nykaa.com)
Miniso 3-in-1 Eyebrow Pencil
This pencil is all that your eyebrow needs , it contains brow pencil, brow powder and brow gel, a little product can go a long way. (Available at Miniso at Inorbit mall, Madhapur and Forum Sujana Mall, Kukatpally)
Shiseido Aura Dew
Etude House Dear Darling Water Gel Tint
Water Gel Tint with fruity, vivid colouring, which can be used on lips, cheeks and even eyes. (Available at Nykaa. com)
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Shiseido Aura due is Face, Eyes and Lips multi use cream highlighter that immediately illuminates the skin (Available at Nykaa.com)
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I do believe that travel is for everyone, a little different idea from one person to another but with one initial goal in mind – to experience new things. We all travel the world because we want to see new places, taste new flavors, learn new cultures, be away from the norms, and many other reasons. But we all have that one desire indeed and we’re hungry for it. Adventure. On account of the World Tourism Day on 27th September, we got in touch with the City’s most avid travellers to bring to you their unique travel stories from across the world. Grab a bag of chips and read on! - By Masooma Fatima U
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Ingenious Travel with Miheeka Bajaj
Instagram: @miheeka
Where would u most like to live in the world? Vineyard in the Italian country side
Favorite holiday destination? South of Italy
Hyd or Bombay? Bombay
Most overrated travel destination? Venice
Favorite street food in another country? These Putin fires you get in Quebec.. they’re to die for!
Road trips or Flights? Road trips Tell us something about yourself? Well to understand me properly you have to first understand my love for food. It’s my most defining character trait. The second is my love for sleep. I can sleep standing. In the middle of eating and sleeping I find time to work, so I have to be very hardworking and extremely efficient in those hours (laughs). On a more serious note though, I feel like I’m an old soul and I’ve always been fascinated by places and things that take you back in time. When I look at the sites like the Egyptian pyramids or even our forts and palaces in Rajasthan, the sheer magnificence and brilliance leaves me awestruck. This is what led me to do interior design. I did my masters in interior design from the Chelsea Art University in London. It was actually an apt field to study because it teaches you the science of spaces and how to integrate creativity into an empty space efficiently. Both my parents are extremely creative people. My mother was amongst the top event managers in the country and then moved on to create her own jewellery brand. My father always made extremely creative buildings. So I was surrounded by creativity and it has always caught my fancy. That’s why I decided to study interior design and then automatically went on to indulge in a creative profession as well. How did Dew Drop Design studio happen? The world of design has always fascinated me. I’ve always been drawn to anything creative and I believe creativity is a fluid personality trait. I don’t see why it has to be applied to only one particular profession. That’s why I created Dew Drop Design studio. It’s a one stop solution for all design related projects. Right now our focus is on events but we take up a varied array of projects. We’ve done a few interior design related projects, we’ve done a bunch of events of all different kinds. We’ve conceptualised and executed 26 SEPTEMBER, 2019 TULIP
COVER STORY | packing and gifting design solutions. Going forward we’d like to explore into even more fields. You seem to always be on your feet juggling between Hyderabad and Mumbai. How do you manage spending time with your family? Well I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase the apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree, in my house the apple doesn’t fall from the tree at all. We are all joined at the hip. So we all juggle between Mumbai and Hyderabad together. We get plenty of family time together. What’s your favourite travel memory? I actually have two favourite travel memories.
One was to Sicily, in the south of Italy. When I was studying in London, a few friends from college decided to take off to the islands. There was this one place we visited which was a white marble mountain set against the deep blue Mediterranean Sea with the sun sparkling down. It is by far the most breathtaking site I have ever seen in my life. The second was this small village in the south of France called Eze village. It’s situated within a castle. It has a real old world charm with the view of the French Rivera and some of the most amazing food and wine! What does it take to excel in the field you do? Originality and innovation. I think in this field
it’s easy to get sucked into the idea of sticking to what’s safe and that can be profitable in the short term, but I think if your ideas aren’t original, out of the box and completely different from your previous idea, you won’t be able to survive too long. Tell us something about your work related trips. My work related trips are great fun. I normally travel to either do an event or source for new and unique props, products and technology that can be integrated in my design projects. So I get to always meet new people and get exposed to so many new ideas and innovations in the world. It’s fascinating.
Inframe: Miheeka Bajaj Hair & Makeup : Farheen Husain Outfit : Rheson Photography : Artem Enterprises
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Shop till you drop with Shruti Sarin Instagram: @shrutisarin
Favourite holiday destination?
London! I’ve got lots of memories attached to the city!
Whats next on the travel bucket list? Definitely Australia & New Zealand
Favorite mode of travel? Flight always!
What are the best places for:
Adventure vacations- Bali for Deep Sea Diving, racing on Quad Bikes, River Rafting, Snorkeling etc. Relaxing vacations-Maldives. You could pamper yourself with lots of massages and laze around by the beach. Party vacations- Dubai, Amsterdam, Berlin & Ibiza.
What is the strangest food you have eaten on a vacation? Seaweed was something I wasn’t sure I’d try but I did.
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Snap and Click with Murtuza Chass
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favourite holiday destination? Croatia
What can’t you travel without? My camera
Tell something about your trip to Kashmir? Kashmir is so so much more than it’s landscapes. Their culture, the cuisine, their lifestyle and the abundant wildlife makes Kashmir one of my favourite destinations to travel to.
Dream Destination? Antarctica
Best travel destinations for a solo trip? South-East Asia. Budget Friendly and tonnes of activities.
Travel hacks that everyone should pick up? Learn the basics of the local language, always goes a long way.
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In the Himalayas with Sofia Sujad
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favorite holiday destination? Cinque de Terre and Bali. Anything with a view of the water, to be honest.
Sky-diving or Bunjee Jumping? What are you favourites? I would find Sky-diving more thrilling, hands down! snorkelling, paragliding and mountain biking are a few other favourites.
Tell us something about your trip to the mountains. Climbing up the Himalayas and then free falling from there. Exhilarating.
What destination have you found to be overrated? I do not find any travel locale overrated. However, Bali is one of the most beautiful islands on Earth, its beaches aren’t as special as the vibe of its more terrestrial Ubud. Gili, Nusa and Lombok, which are nearby, have much more scenic waters.
Blue lagoons or beaches? Water! Haha, honestly, can’t choose.
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The Tea Capital of North India A small city, 3600 ft above sea level, is also the ‘Tea Capital of North India. It is a popular hill station of India, rich in historic temples and forts and known for its spectacular Himalayan views. Palampur is a plantation getaway situated in the Kangra valley, overlooking Dhauladhar mountain Ranges. It is less explored and least commercialized and that’s exactly what beautifies the place. - By Satpreet Kaur TULIP - SEPTEMBER, 2019 31
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Where to stay: Norwood Green by Lamrin resort is breathtaking. The experience of spending leisure time amidst beautiful Palampur Valley of Himachal Pradesh that is yet to be explored by most tourists is what makes the experience so thrilling. Norwood Green provides you an exquisite resort that has a similar experience to a luxurious home stay, amidst the serenity of the Himalayan ranges and sprawling tea gardens. Its charming aristocratic architecture will transport you to a different era, while providing you with every modern amenity you need. Just a few steps outside the hotel is beauty and adventure, waiting to be discovered. There is a dedicated team that will take care of you from arrival to departure, your food to laundry and also help you plan any activities and walks if you wish to indulge. Their concept is simple, they offer guests a home away from home, a place to switch off and unwind, to re-connect with each other and with nature.
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Rooms- If you are a group of four or six or more, you can have an entire villa to yourself. Each of their exquisite villas has four rooms, all of which have Flat screen TV, four well equipped bathrooms, private dining area, private kitchen and living area. Apart from this one of the room comes with a spacious balcony, the others have view of the tea gardens or mountains and the whole cottage has access to rear garden at back, overlooking tea gardens along with mighty snow covered Dhauladhar mountain ranges. Sit out and sip hot ginger lemon tea or have Aloo parathas, play music or games; the place is all about making the most out of the little moments.
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Charming and spacious interiors, to beautiful panoramic views of the mountainside, every moment at the hotel is peacefully delightful. While you feast on authentic, local Himachali dishes, the warm hospitality of the staff will help you retire after a fruitful day. So whether you’re looking for a cool break for your family, from the scorching heat of summers, or a cozy retreat for winters, or a romantic getaway for your honeymoon, Norwood Green is the place to be. Activities in Palampur At Palampur you will find yourself surrounded by lush greenery and abundant rivers and streams, against the backdrop of the majestic Dhauladhar ranges decked with snow, and a very pleasant climate that will draw you in, and make you never want to leave. And when it comes to tourist attractions, Palampur has more than enough to offer. Just a walk around Palampur will let you enjoy its beautiful colonial architecture. The tea factory, St John’s Church, Bundla waterfall, Neogal Park are interesting places to visit. The village of Andretta, 13 km from Palampur is known for its pottery. The town of Baijnath, 16 km away, is famous for its Shiva temple, and the Tibetan monastery at Tashijong, is 12 km away. Adventure seekers will find trek routes leading out of Palampur and into the Dhauladhar mountains. The towns of Bir and Billing have gained international reputation as paragliding sites. Dharamshala and McLeodGanj are also popular tourist places near Palampur.
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LAKME
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Fe s t i v e
This year’s Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive ended on a high note with a plethora of themes, social causes and Bollywood celebs gracing the runway in charismatic couture, as the 5 day event marked 20 years this year. Some of our favourite designers from the city were also a major part of it showcasing their best collections Anushree Reddy
Anushree Reddy’s new ‘Gulaal’ collection showcased at Lakme Fashion Week Winter/ Festive, is a dream collection for all brides to be. The collection is called ‘Gulaal’, and is inspired by the theme of the season, “Blockbuster Brides”, for Lakme Salon. It’s a collection that denotes celebration. Bollywood star kid Ananya Panday was the showstopper for the evening, and her champagne gold lehenga certainly fits the brief. What Ananya wore was a champagne gold lehenga with lots of katana and pearl. It took about 600 odd man-hours to make and embroider and it’s a new take on the bridal colours.
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Kavita Agarwal
Kavita Agarwal showcased her collection “The Queens Closet� inspired by royalty. The collection features ethnovintage ensembles comprising of lehangas paired with peplum blouses, sarees married to mandarin collared blouses and gowns. The designer also incorporated the ancient art of Dabka- a technique used to create intricate patterns of symbols of nature. With actor Soha Ali Khan as the show stopper, the collection featured models who shashayed down the ramp donning the designers royalty inspired attires.
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Gaurang Shah
Last year, designer Gaurang Shah presented a collection titled, Anupama, which was a tribute to the 50s actresses. However, this time at Lakme Fashion Week Winter/ Festive 2019, the National Award winning costume designer’s collection, might not have been inspired by legendary actresses, but the deep-rooted traditional essence remained. His collection captured the heritage of the country and what we also liked was the fact that his present collection, Peshwai wasn’t very modern and yet it did fit into the modern structure. It was a rich collection, which highlighted the cultural and fashion sensibility of Maharashtra. The collection, which included saris, sherwanis, salwar suits, and lehengas, showed India in maximalist light.
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Archana Rao
Archana Rao brought classic silhouettes, exquisite embroidery at Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2019. The Archana Rao design directions had a nostalgic element with contrast prints and clean silhouettes that were merged with Indian aesthetics. Archana’s collection “A Mountain Story” revolved around classic silhouettes with amazing embroidery details. The inspiration was the serene verdant flora of the Nilgiri Hills. The beauty of the Nilgiri hills with pretty old cottages, dusty eucalyptus leaves and tribal craft, were some more inspirations that pushed Archana’s creativity to great heights. While Archana Rao’s “A Mountain Story” collection offered exotic feminine creations which trendsetters will adore for its gentle, fluid, relaxed, line of clothing presenting a serene pastoral picture; Divya Gupta from Tanishq (Design Excellence Centre) and Sonali Sheth of Sphere Design Jewellery complemented the look with exquisite diamond jewellery designs well suited for the occasion.
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Our Favourite Looks From The Lakme Fashion Week 2019
Farhan Akhtar dressed in a printed kurta, churidar and matching dupatta by Payal Singhal. We love the way his ensemble was teamed with sport shoes.
Kareena Kapoor sashayed the runway in a stunning black strapless dress with light layers and a small train by Gauri & Nainika.
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Shilpa Shetty sported a shimmery lehenga by Punit Balana with dazzling mirror detailed halter choli.
FASHION | Ananya Pandey dressed in a headto-toe silvery taupe outfit by Anushree Reddy, with intricate embroidery and embellishments with a large gold neckpiece.
Tara Sutaria sporting a black embroidered halter mini pinafore over a white shirt by Ritu Kumar paired with a leather belt with long beaded strands and thigh-high boots complete her look.
Katrina Kaif wearing an intricately embroidered black lehenga by Manish Malhotra made for a striking sight.
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Outfits To Be Added To Your Wardrobe This Season
- By Sharmila Feroz
Though we have our wardrobes filled with different attire’s, we still feel it’s empty because it becomes too repetitive. Not anymore! Following are the outfits that need to be in your wardrobe right now!
Women’s Fashion Jumpsuits
As something that never goes out if trend, jumpsuits are far from boring. Whether printed or plan, denims or floral, you can never say no to it. You can now spot such amazing jumpsuits at Twenty Dresses. Follow them on instagram @twentydresses and shop away.
Smart Ethnic
They say whenever you get bored of wearing casuals always switch to something desi as you can mix and match and look your best always. Whether it is a printed kurta or knee length kurta plazzo, desi outfits are always fun to experiment with. Now spot your desirable ethnic styles at Spoylapp. Follow them on instagram @spoylapp and start your search.
Dresses with trendy accessories
Bored of wearing the same old little black dress? Add a dash of colours to your wardrobe and to your dresses by going for amusing printed dresses along with matching in trend accessories to finish your look with perfection. Now spot such trending dresses and accessories at Fancy PantsOfficial Follow them on instagram @fancypantsofficial and become a show stealer at the next party. 40 SEPTEMBER, 2019 TULIP
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Contemporary Fashion
Fashion should not necessarily be bold and loud. Contemporary fashion is taking over and every woman wants her fashion style to define her and yet be subtle and elegant. You can now get such contemporary fashion hues at the Ancestry Store who believe in reinterpreting Indian heritage in a modern world. Follow them on instagram @theancestrystore and get that perfect blend of ethnic culture with an edge from the modern world.
And guess what?
You can even add on to your favourite sandals from their Wildflower and Jamdani Collection which will ace your style statement. Start your search and get your favourite pair of comfy sandals now @theancestrystore
Flared and Bodycon Dresses
If ethnic becomes too monotonous and you want a dash of sexiness in your attire then flared gowns and bodycon dresses are the best options. You can choose from diverse options which are available in different colours, patterns and designs. Flaunt those curves and rule the world. So what are you waiting for? @spoylapp is your destination for such chic styles. Grab your style today!
Maxi Dresses
If jumpsuits still didn’t entice you then there is nothing to worry about because Maxi dresses are always a style statement. Whether it’s a floral maxi or a one slit maxi dress, you can slay any occasion with these. Don’t know where to get the best one from? @twentydresses will provide you ample options to choose from, so start your search NOW! TULIP - SEPTEMBER, 2019 41
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If dresses or easy casuals have become so monotonous, then why not try co-ord set? A crop top, wide leg bottoms with or without slit, paired with a good pair of sneakers or even wedges of your choice can bring out the fashion goals for others this season. Get fresh ideas and shop those ideas @kramifashion and bring out the best in you.
Ethnics For Every Occasion
Ethnic outfits can still beat any modern outfit when it comes to dressing up for different occasions. If the next time you don’t know what to wear for your next outing, a birthday party or even a date, ethnic outfits are the best and fits at any place and at any point of time. Follow @kramifashion, a one stop solution to all your worries. Start your search now!
Men’s Fashion They say why should boys have all the fun? But when it comes to fashion, men’s fashion has always been underestimated. Not anymore!
Easy Casuals
Casuals can become very boring and repetitive. But not anymore! You can now grab the trendy and easy casuals for a comfortable yet a smart look. Experiment with different colours, patterns and you can even mix and match as per your choice. Shop the right casuals at @myturms and let it speak for you.
Floral Dresses
They say girls look pretty in any attire, but a little floral drama adds to a lot of girly style game. This season, bring those florals to life and add some natural drama into your style. Buy the best floral dresses according to your convenience @fancypantsofficial and see how you stand out from the crowd. 42 SEPTEMBER, 2019 TULIP
FASHION | Club Wear
People often end up wearing wrong attires to clubs and pubs. Now make sure you are at the right place with the right attire. From printed club wears to body fits to flaunt those muscles, they have everything covered. Follow @zodclubwear for the most happening club wears and stand out from the crowd for the night. Also, don’t forget to thank them later as you will end up being the centre of attraction for many gorgeous women around you.
Street Wear
They say street wear should just be comfortable. Why not make it a little more stylish? Let the street be your runway to flaunt your street wear fashion in front of the real audience. From ripped skinny jeans, casual summer shorts to jogger pants you can get it all. Also, accessorise it with some funky backpacks, glasses and even watches. Get the latest looks and fresh ideas by following @blackarrowstreetwear and show the world what you got!
Smart Casuals
You can look smarter than ever even in those breezy casuals. From chinos, slim and straight jeans to checked or printed casual shirts and t-shirts, you can buy it all from @beinghumanclothing and look your best every day. So, what are you waiting for? Grab it all before it’s late!
Smart Formals
A well-groomed man with smart formals is the man every girl dreams off. Then why not be one? Get fresh ideas and you can even shop these ideas @mensfashionpros. So the next time you want to dazzle at a corporate meeting, formal event or even a date, this is the place for you, so shop away. TULIP - SEPTEMBER, 2019 43
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9 HEALTHY GO-TO RESTAURANTS AND CAFES IN HYDERABAD - By Sharmila Feroz
It’s the same story every year; come up with a resolution to get fit and eat healthy. It is a super hard feat to stay away from the delectable tasty food that is scattered over our restaurants today. Boiled veggies, soups and salads are things that, instead of tickling our taste buds, makes us angry and irritated on the contrary. What if I tell you that you can now indulge in your favourite foods without worrying about the fat and calorie count? You heard it right! This year follow your resolutions by eating right and healthy without punishing your taste buds. The following are the 9 healthy go-to restaurants and cafes in Hyderabad which will not compromise on the taste and yet be super healthy.
EAT. FIT
After seeing the rise in the demand for healthy and nutritious food among the millennial, the idea of Eat.fit was created. Their menu consists of everything from Indian to fusion food and different variety of snacks which are usually high in protein and low in calories and carbs. They also make sure of using only natural sweeteners rather than using the refined sugar. And, seasonal drinks like ‘Aam Panna’ are worth trying. Location – Door No. 2-56/122,123,124 & 127/SC, Ground Floor, Gachibowli (Delivery only) Contact No: + 91 86604 08047, + 91 93476 61952
Guava Glow Juice with a bowl of Dry Fruits
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Authentic Rajma with Rotis and Bhindi Chana masala along with Raita and Salad
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BAGUETTE SALADS
“Delicious Food Made Simple”, that is what the company’s mission is. Baguette salads are known to offer one-of-a-kind salads. They make sure it is nourishing, wholesome and completely irresistible for people who seek rich taste in food without the fear of added calories. Their most iconic dishes consist of “Red Onions Pickle” and ‘Cheddar Cheese Iceberg Tomatoes.” Location – You can find them in four locations, namely – Banjara Hills – 8-2-248/B, Road No.3, Lumbini Amrutha Chambers. Madhapur – 1-85, Hitec City Road, Near Madhapur Petrol Pump
Cottage Cheese along with salad leaves, fresh tomatoes and healthy sauces
Gachibowli – 1-27, Cellar A Block, TM Yadav Gokul Plaza, Gachibowli Main Road Lingampally – 85, Gachibowli Road, Anand Nagar, Gulmohar Park Colony Contact - + 91 95029 55499
HEALTH BENT
A pioneer in trying to debunk “Healthy eating is boring”, Firmeals Cafe is one if it’s kind. They have options of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes among which “Mutton Curry” and “Baingan Bharta” are the top-rated dishes. Their main motive behind their dishes is that people should never compromise with the taste even when they are trying to be health conscious. Thus, for every person who loves to indulge in something healthy without compromising on the taste, this place is just for you. Location – Plot 140, 3rd floor, Sri Mallikarjuna Towers, Vinayak Nagar, Indira Nagar, Gachibowli Contact - +91 91001 00516
Steamed rice with curry filled with veggies and topped with broccoli
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SOUPS N SALADS
If you are a person who loves indulging in array of light soups and salads but still want some spike and spunk in the taste, then, Soups n Salads is the place for you. Not only soups and salads but this place offers you a wide range of omelettes, wraps, main entrees, smoothies and deserts too. The only one tip is to make sure that you have a good appetite for such delicious, lip-smacking healthy food options. Their
A healthy alternative for any deep-fried meal or snack
top-rated dishes include “Chicken soup”, “Pumpkin soup” and “Spicy Southwestern Salad.” Location – Plot 715, 1st Floor, Jubilee Towers, Road 36, Jubilee Hills Contact – 040 2355 0038
FITMEALS CAFE
Fitmeals is one of the pioneers, which are trying to prove the point wrong, “Healthy eating is boring”. They have various customised diet meals according to the different height, weight and body proportions. Their top dishes consist of variety of pasta and sandwiches which ensures good taste and equally good nutrients proportion. Location – 8-2-350/3/1/C, 1st Floor, Above Almond House, Road No. 3, Banjara Hills Contact - +91 91218 61045
Choose from a diverse range of options at FitMeals
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TERRASSEN CAFE
This small, quaint cafe in Hyderabad is known for providing the best pizzas, burgers and desserts which are all healthy. Yes, you heard it right! It replaces all the unhealthy ingredients with healthier ingredients and natural sweeteners in case of desserts making it calorie free. Top dishes to try include desserts, such as “Brownies” and “Terrassen Ragi Cake”. You can also indulge in some hot chocolate or a nice cup of hot coffee. Location – House No. 8-2, 418/1/2, Road No. 4, Resham Bagh, Banjara Hills Contact - +91 83097 37962, +91 95812 51848
Indulge in some calorie-free desserts without compromising on taste
ALIVE CAFE
A cute little comfortable place, with simple yet eye-catching decor, Alive cafe seriously brings out the most healthy options in western cuisine. You get everything from sweet to savoury, smoothie bowls and desserts. One thing you must try here are the “Buddha Bowls” which are wholesome and balanced bowls with all the necessary nutrients. Other top-rated dishes include, “Potato Pancake”, “Acai Bowl” and variety of smoothie bowls. Location – Plot 566, 1st Floor, Above Starbucks, Road Mo. 92, Jubilee Hills Contact – 040 4346 0535 Try the lip-smacking smoothie bowl that ensures taste and heath equally
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SAGE FARM CAFE
Small, comfortable and natural is what comes to your mind when you enter this cafe. The best part is it provides healthy options and the ingredients used here are all farm fresh without any added preservatives which add to the wholesome well-nourished food. You get everything from different Indian or western breakfast options to salads, healthy and hearty pizzas, desserts, cakes to vegan frozen desserts. The top rated dishes here are, “Pizzas”, “Burrito Bowl” and “Ragi Dosa”. Location – 1227, Road No. 62A, Jubilee Hills Contact - +91 98494 27575
PAAKA
This cafe is known for its organic and fresh farm fruits and vegetables which are used in making of different dishes. You literally get everything from wraps, main entrees, millet and rice bowls, Asian and meat bowls to desi desserts. The top rated dishes are meat dishes such as “Mutton Curry”, “Chetinadu Chicken” which goes well with Jowar Roti. Location – HUDA Layout, Indira Nagar, Tellapur, Lingampally Contact - +91 88827 89999, +91 90307 72728, +91 99660 63616
Choose organic fruits and vegetables for a well balanced diet
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Indulge in some hearty and healthy pizzas at Sage Farm Cafe
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- Illustration by Ayesha Akeel
SOCIAL MEDIA DETOXING
HYPE OR NECESSITY
Ask yourself this, when was the last time you went on with your day without accessing social media, or if sites like Facebook, Twitter or Snapchat where to disappear tomorrow would you be okay without it. Have you become too dependent on social media? According to Statista.com it has been recorded that more than 2.48 billion people use and access social media websites in the whole world which showcases the impact social media has on the world.
Psychologist, Naina Kunchal explains “In recent years there has been rapid growth in the use of social media or social networking sites (SNS). SNS / social media platforms provide individuals an opportunity to articulate and express their views, which helps to create an online persona, bridge social gaps and connect people. However, SNS are also abundant in providing opportunities for social comparison, which can be both upward and downward. This comparison may affect the subjective well being of an individual causing them psychological distress. Research suggest that excessive or unregulated use of social media is associated with depression, low mood, poor self-esteem and negative evaluation of self” Social media detoxing is the current lifestyle choice or ‘trend’ that is making waves in social media communities with many opting to not use social media for specific periods of times to concentrate on their mental health and to curb their dependency on social media
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Shwetha Anand, an HR recruiter from Hyderabad shares her experience trying Social media detoxing “I was off all social media for 30 days. I had a goal in mind towards which I was working and hence decided that getting off social media would help me in some way. Neither me nor my family believed that I could do it considering I was usually always on social media, always consuming online content and keeping myself updated with what was going on in others’ lives. To my surprise, it was not hard at all. I was tempted a couple of times, but I just kept reminding myself that I shouldn’t do it. Detoxing from Instagram made me realize that it’s not important to not know what someone else is doing and it’s easy to not constantly look at posts or stories. It also brought back a part of my childhood back were the only modes of communication were SMS and phone calls. The same way it was in my preteens. So, I texted people only for utilitarian purposes and only those people who mattered the most. 15 days into the detox, I was liking it. This process taught me that there is no pressure on me to respond on groups, reply to stories and update people with what I’m doing. All in all, it was a huge morale boost for me too since I probably did something most people my age would think unachievable.”
But not everyone is successful when trying to detox from social media, National Institute of Technology student Mohammed Zoher Ali Khan although succeed once in the past to live an offline lifestyle failed to leave social media after joining again “I tried to detox from social media but I failed , and the reason was because all my friends where online and active on social media and I felt I was missing out on what they were posting and also social media was used to share important updates that I had to keep up with and that made me to join back to all the platforms that I wanted detox from” A new report compiled by the Global Web Index (GWI) showcases that, the average person has five social media accounts and spends around 1 hour and 40 minutes browsing these networks every day which shows us the rising dependency of social media on today’s generation.
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Hana Sajid a literature student from St Ann’s college for Women tried the social media detox but failed to succeed “I think I failed staying away from social media because I am a college student , and everything is connected through our internet activity, if I have to do something I have to contact people , and interact with them on social media as that is what is done nowadays , and also I get major FOMO (Fear of missing out ) where I feel isolated and miss out on the fun of college life” Social Media is like any other medium in the world it must be used in moderation to ensure that we dont tarnish our mental health and self esteem on the bases of what is being shared by others on social media.
Rehmath Unnisa a college student also tried social media detoxing and stated that “I would say it was a good decision at the time. I was going through a lotta stress at school and just went online and deactivated spontaneously. Was a hard decision since I was heavily dependent on social media but once I did it honestly felt great for a long while and I didnt really analyze that I was addicted to social media. Been back for a while now but not addicted anymore and grateful as now I try to use it in moderation” Social media can be a form of entertainment and utility , and it can even be a force for good with how quickly it can share information and news . But one must use it smartly and in moderation. Too much can prove detrimental, even with the best of intentions.
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A chance to say thank you Teachers Day Special
- By Tanvi Kesari Pasumarthy
At school, we have always been taught that parents are the first teachers of any child. As days pass and we transcend into the hardships and realities of life, all of us find out own teachers, masters, gurus, who we consider as the guiding lights of our future trails. The bond remains unbreakable and we, as their admirers or worshippers always find a chance to thank them. Listen to the stories of those teachers who changed the lives of a few. If you are inspired, make sure you pick up your phones and make calls to your teachers and say a ‘thank you’ to them. Not because it is teacher’s day, but because you mean it.
Aparna Malladi, Film maker I first met my Milton Katselas at the Beverly Hills Playhouse in Los Angeles where I went to audit his class. He immediately saw my blind spots and called me on it and I knew I had found my Directing Guru. The next year I spent doing scene work and having a transformational conversation with Milton which taught me to not only have compassion for actors but also to honour my instincts and to challenge myself in a way I had never done before. Since we directed advance class students, we worked with thoroughbreds and it allowed us to see all our directing mistakes. Milton trained under Elia Kazan and Lee Strasberg at the Actor’s Studio, was an award winning Theater and Film Director and had trained wonderful actors Iike Gene Hackman, Jenna Elfman, George Clooney, Alec Baldwin, Giovanni Ribisi, Tom Selleck and Michelle Pfeiffer among others. I felt so fortunate and lucky to be his student. His critique of my scenes which were recorded are still my go to for when I need advice and I always find something I can apply right away. In an age of email and texting, he liked communicating through handwritten letters and he always replied to every communication. He once told me that when he had visited India he had the honour of sitting in the chair at the study of the master Satyajit Ray. He always found ways to relate to me. It was he who said that if I looked I could find intelligence and genius in every actor. And it was he who inspired me to hunt down Ariel Dorfman, the writer of the Roman Polanski film ‘Death and The Maiden’ who was in the Amazon so I could make sure my interpretation of the screenplay was right for a scene I was working on. I felt he passed away before I was ready. I never feel ready. However I feel that he resides in me as the silent teacher ‘Dakshinamurthy’ and guides me through scenes. Follow Aparna’s journey Instagram: aparnamalladi
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SPECIAL | Raj Kandukuri, Filmproducer The best teacher of my life is my father who stands as my role model because he let me do what my heart pleased. Whether it is my career or studies, he always insisted that I should love what I am doing only then will I relish it and the outcome will be the best. You could see that influence in my films as well, where I try to portray that the protagonist usually ends up where his passion lies.. whether it’s Pellichoopulu, Mental Madhilo or my latest movie Choosi Choodangaane, which is ready for release. I try to show that in the end what matters is whether you are doing what your inner soul is vying for. Follow Raj Kandukuri’s journey Instagram: Rajkandukuri
Harshita Thota, designer/ stylist I believe the most important quality a person needs to embody is patience and there was no one better to teach me that other than my mom. Growing up, I’ve seen her deal with a lot of situations both personally and professionally and she had handled them with such grace and poise. She has taught me to be patient through anything in life, as that’s the only way you can keep moving forward. And she still keeps reminding me each day, that a little bit of patience can take you long way. Follow Harshita’s journey Instagram: HarshitaThota TULIP - SEPTEMBER, 2019 53
| SPECIAL Pranav Chaganty, Singer/Rapper
My struggle has been my teacher in many ways. Whenever I feel sad, I write something, so my poetry comes from my pain. I’ve gone through that painful struggle which taught me life. My next teacher is my brother. Initially, when I started rapping, there was no reference of Telugu rap and I had to start from the scratch. Whenever I wrote something, I never used to understand how it sounded. That’s when my brother, Sriharsha Chaganty, gave me the right feedback on how good or bad it was and where I could improve. Thirdly, the legendary poets of Telugu- Srisri, Sirivennela Seetharaman Sastri and Cinare have been my teachers. I was very impressed by the word structures Srisri created back in 1930’s and till date nobody could match it. I’m hoping to meet that level one day. Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry is more like a father figure to me. The best moment of my life was when I met him and made him listen to something I wrote. He greatly applauded me and congratulated me for what I’ve been doing with Telugu poetry. These poets showed that you still can keep your character as a poet no matter how commercial the producers want the song to be. They always had some message in every song or casual poetry they wrote. They’re Praja Kavi and dream to be a Praja Kavi someday. Follow Pranav’s journey- Instagram: pranavchaganty
Karteek Sivagouni, Photographer “Parents are a child’s first teacher”, is a famous belief. For me it was my father. He being a Physics professor, our main conversations always ran around things based on logics of real scenarios in life. He always challenged me with scenarios and asked me to come up with solutions, this ignited the competitive spirit in me. As I go by my past it was during 5th grade when I was mesmerised to see how one can draw something on computer through a software Paint , where I used to sit for hours together and start to dig the tools and create something out of something else and that’s where I landed in creating an animation effect on my own. That spree continued as years passed to getting my first digital camera and how my father explained the logic of clicking a picture is merely a reflection of light. More than going to an institute and taking up a course to learn the subject, my learning was always by myself in my mind and the unlimited time that I sit over the process. For me my second teacher was my curiosity to create something either during clicking that one perfect shot or by spending hours together on editing software’s and recreate something new, Digital camera made my survey easy as I could always click and delete and get that one perfect shot. No matter which profession, it’s all about your interest, curiosity, urge and will to put efforts on it which turns into passion or profession. Always thankful to my father for being my first teacher. Follow Karteek’s journey Instagram: karteeksivagouni
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SPECIAL | Bishnu Adhikari, Actor, athelete, entrepreneur My father taught me a lot about life. I didn’t realise how important our time spent together was, until he was gone. He made me the man I am today. He taught me how to be a genuine and kind person. He taught me how to chase my dreams and today if I’m an actor, it is because of his blessings and his belief in me. I thank God every day for giving me such a wonderful father. Even though he isn’t on this planet anymore, he will always be in my heart and so will all of his valuable lessons. I always thought that my dad was the smartest, strongest man that I knew growing up-and now that I am a grown man, I know that he is. Follow Bishnu’s journey Instagram: bishnuadhikari
Venkat Siddareddy, director/ writer When I quit my job in the UK and landed in Hyderabad to work in films, I had no clue on how to go about my career in the Telugu Film Industry. It was pure luck that I met Suresh Babu and on the day one of our meeting, he took me under his wings. Ever since, I have been a great admirer of his many skills as a film producer. I learnt a lot from him about film production. Although I came to Hyderabad to become a writer/director, Suresh Babu made me learn and appreciate every aspect of filmmaking. Apart from Suresh Babu, I also consider Madhura Sridhar, Tharun Bhascker, Hanu Raghavapudi as my teachers, because I learn a lot from each of them about various aspects of filmmaking. Follow Venkat’s journey Instagram: venkat.siddareddy TULIP - SEPTEMBER, 2019 55
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NAVARATRI
A very important and the most entertaining festival, Navratri ensures fun and frolic times for the next nine days. This is that one festival where prayers and celebrations go hand in hand. It’s okay if you cannot go to Gujarat, because like every year, Gujarat will come to you. Plan your nights in advance! Following are the best options for dandiya and garba nights. Legend Navratri Utsav
A not for profit, non-commercial event organised to promote culture re-started the journey five years ago. Starting with aarti of Goddess Durga, a round of garba follows. Various competitions are also conducted along with prizes to motivate more participants. You can even take away the rolling trophy where each winner gets to the grand finale and win exciting and grand prizes. Participants and people come traditionally dressed and live each moment for the next nine days in a separate playing area with joy and happiness. With people suggesting it as a powerful combination of tradition with high-voltage music, this year would be just better. Where : SNC Convention, Attapur.
People covered in colours, dancing all night and spreading happiness at Legend Navratri Utsav.
Namdhari Gaurav Navratri Utsav
Since 18 years, this utsav has been creating quite some popular rounds due to massive and mind-boggling reaction from the people which has made them improve it year by year and upgrade the quality of the event organised. Believing in the sentiment of satisfaction and bliss together and a period for music and dedication, join them for the best dandiya experience. The occasion being composed at SS Convention, Shamshabad will be having their all time popular Orchestra and Disco Dandiya Raas of Mumbai “The Challengers”. People’s reviews have been excellent for this event saying that they arrange excellent food options, full power music and the crowd just gets better every time with enthusiastic participation making it a great night. So, now you know where you heading to this Navratri. Where : SS Convention, Shamshabad
Dance, masti and madness at Namdhari Gaurav Navratri Utsav 2018
Those nine days of Navratri makes me feel that it is a perfect balance of divine intervention along with bliss which makes me fall in love with the festival every time. Though it is Gujarat’s festival, it actually brings the whole crowd together, under one roof and you can witness the unity in diversity. Also, you will never get a chance to witness so many colours and enthusiastic souls just grooving to the music beats for the next nine days.
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CELEBRATIONS 2019 Navratri Utsav at Country Club Asia’s biggest country club Navratri Utsav is all set to open its doors for the beloved Hyderabadis yet again and this time with much more fun and dhamaka. Witness the best DJ dandiya nights featuring the best DJ’s of the town who will make sure you groove to their impeccable beats and tracks and garbha rounds along with live food counters, competitions and much more. The reviews for the event here continuously excels and people eagerly wait for Navratri event every year because of good DJ set and great music and the whole crowd just slays the garba rounds. So put on your dancing shoes and get in the best traditional attires to slay the DJ night with the craziest moves of this season. Where : Country Club, Begumpet. All the pretty ladies dressed in their best dandiya attires posing for a photo tagging along such lovely smiles.
I really enjoy the festival of Durga Pooja. When I was a kid I had been to Kolkata specially for Durga Pooja because I had heard that in Kolkata alone more than two-thousand pandals are set up, all clamoring for the admiration and praise of the populace, I even like the entire celebration of Navratri when people play garba. I loved dancing and playing with my friends. I really like Navratri… Apart from the fact that it’s very colourful, it also makes me happy everytime I listen to the music that plays on Navratri nights. I enjoy every bit of it.
Shreya Malu, Student
Durga Mahotsav and Dandiya Raas Uttaran Bangiya Samiti has organised its first mahotsav which was a success event and this time it is going to get bigger and better. Experience Pre-Pujo Flash Mob, Live Pujo screening and five days of dandiya raas, at KVMR Pride Garden, Narsingi. Let the divine intervention and fun go hand in hand with much more exciting things to come your way. Also, it is the best option to explore as you can not only see one but two diverse cultures amalgamated into one and also get a better understanding of each culture’s values and significance. So, if you want to delve a little deeper for better understanding of the best of East and West and still don’t want to miss on any fun, be a part of this NOW! Where : KVMR Pride Garden, Narsingi. Be the one to witness the best of East and West by indulging in rich culture of Bengal and Gujarat assuring the best time this navratri. TULIP - SEPTEMBER, 2019 57
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The best thing about this festival is the costumes that we get to wear, the dance we get to do and the different food items we get to taste which are utterly delicious. If a festival is so much fun then who will not wait for it so impatiently every year. We also love Navratri as we get to meet on a daily basis which is otherwise not possible due to both our busy schedules.
Yamini Agarwal, Sales Manager and Rajeshwari Agarwal, Graphic Designer.
Radhe Radhe The Park, Gachibowli has never failed to surprise. Every year, the Navratri celebrations take place on a grand scale with people’s excitement raising. And you know the best part? Every year they change the themes and it becomes double the fun with more crowds willing to participate. The year of 2018, gave the people major disco dandiya goals mixing the traditional essence of the dance on the retro beats. This time, they are presenting it to you two days of dance, music and much more sponsored by Telangana Tourism and 9xm. Groove to the beats of Capricio and Deccan Project and let your inner power rule the dance floor. Where : The Park, Gachibowli The disco dandiya night was a big hit leaving people craving for more of such celebrations thus giving way to different themes every year.
For us, Navratri is all about meeting and socializing with people whom we haven’t met before. And also we can forget our worries and dance away the whole night with people around having such high festive spirit.
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The Coolest New Gadgets to Come Out This Year A bunch of interesting tech has been released in 2019. Here’s what we’re most excited about. Withings Move Activity and Sleep Watch
Bose Frames Audio Sunglasses
Bose debuted an audio gadget this year that combined two things you love dearly into one: cool sunglasses and wireless earbuds. If you throw a pair of these Bose Frames on during a sunny day spent outside, the frames themselves will play music, streamed from your phone via a Bluetooth connection, exclusively for your ears. Buy from: www.amazon.com
Withings Move, the new smartwatch from Withings for 2019, monitors your activity and your sleep. Most impressively, it works for 18 months without requiring a battery charge. Buy from: www.withings.com
Mophie Juice Pack Access
This is one of the most practical gadgets to come out this year: a portable charging case for Apple iPhones that doesn’t use or cover up the Lightning port. Meaning, you can charge your phone while listening to wired headphones. Buy from: www.amazon.com
GilletteLabs Heated Razor Starter Kit
In less than a second, the razor heats up to 122 degrees, warming soap and skin for an upgraded shave. You can also sign up for automatic blade refills for however often you think you’ll need ‘em. Buy from: www.gilette.com
Beats Powerbeats Pro Totally Wireless Earphones
Released this spring, Beats’ Powerbeats Pro earbuds combine clear audio with workoutworthy durability. When you put them on, they automatically start playing wherever your music or podcast last let off. Buy from: www.amazon.com
Samsung 55” The Frame QLED Smart 4K UHD TV
Samsung updated its Frame TV to QLED quality for 2019. When you aren’t watching TV, the Frame displays high-def paintings and pictures so that wall space isn’t wasted. Buy from: www.amazon. com
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SPACE DESIGN FOR HOME EXTERIORS We put in a lot of effort every month, every year, or may be every day to decorate our homes. We all love to experience a new space, a new decor item, or a flavour of newness at home and turn something boring, or monotonous into something new. To achieve a new look, you should not have to break a wall, or restructure, or spend thousands of rupees. The same can be achieved by adding a new prop, or by rearranging what you already have in your courtyard, backyard, or a porch. Read on to understand what best suits your space, and where you can find these items.
Wall Decor
The most ignored space in your entrance is the wall. Most of us either paint it a random colour, or leave it as it is. To make the space much more interesting and pleasing to look at, grab a piece of wall decor. Not only will it make the entrance look fuller, but will also make the house more inviting. Typically left alone, the wall decor can be hung on top of your shoe rack, to make the boring space, much lively and colourful. Multicolour Iron Zara Wall Decor by Vedas Purchase from: Studio Pepper Rry Sddress: Banjara Hills Road No-12,Opp Audi showroom, Next to Mamagoto Hotel, Telangana 500034
Outdoor dining furniture- table
If you are an old soul that enjoys private space in your comfy metropolitan apartment, then you need for yourself a table that sticks by your side, all the time, literally. With smart design evolving, you need to organise your ideas smartly. This table folds into the wall, and is the best option for you to enjoy a nice morning coffee, or a dinner to yourself. Not only does it look stylish, but also saves a lot of space in the otherwise crammed apartments of today. Table for wall Purchase from: IKEA Address: Lumbini Avenue, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, Telangana 500032
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Lounge chairs
If you are a one to laze around all day and night, or to rest after work in your balcony, these swivel lounge chairs are for you. Not only does it relax your tensions away, but is sure to put you in the groove to get on to bed and sleep. It is a great add on to your decor and will also make a good company when you have guests around. Calabah Swivel Lounge Chair Purchase from: www.urbanladder.com
Light up the space
Lights are a great source of beauty, on or off. They bring perspective and meaning to empty space both philosophically and practically. If you have white walls, lights will enhance the space and make it look bigger, and if you have darker walls, lights will bring in perspective and depth. Arwen White and Rose Gold Wooden Lantern Purchase from: www.homeartisan.in
Elevate the space
Mirrors always alleviate the space and make it look larger than it is. Don’t delay, and go make a mirror your first priority when you shop for your house’s exterior. Sheesham wood criss cross mirror Purchase from: FabIndia Address: 8-2-701/1 & 2, Ground Floor, Road 12, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
Prop up the porch
Props always add a hint of artsy-ness and quality to any space. Make your garden, big or small, artsy, and much more smarter with miniatures from ‘paudhe se yaari’, a concept store in the city. They also customise your garden and give it a makeover that it needs. Mushroom Gnome bird feeder Purchase from: Paudhe se yaari Address: 221, Walden’s Path Rd, Ambedkar Nagar, Film Nagar, Hyderabad, Telangana, 500033, Hyderabad, Telangana 500033
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Mastering The Art Of The Law Of Attraction With
Kosh Rawjee Kosh is a Globally licensed and certified Law of Attraction healer/facilitator and a life coach since 14 years. She has conducted workshops for international educators on teaching and parenting. Her love for children is cosmic hence she conducts playshops for children to install in them the principles of Law of Attraction. Let us have a conversation with her to know all about the Law Of Attraction.
How did law of attraction work out for you as a profession? “Eight years ago I met with an accident and was confined to bed for several weeks. My cousin gifted me this book ‘The Secret’ by Rhonda Byrne. That’s when I realised that the frequency you send out to the cosmos finds something on the same bandwidth and sends it to you. Positive vibrations bring more positive situations, while negative
ones attract bad circumstances.” Later I attended a Law of Attraction workshop and since then there was never a looking back. Law of attraction changed my life. Inspired by my trainer, Gaurav Behl, I decided to go for teacher training and become a channel to help others and nurture each and every soul that I touch. Tell us how the law of attraction works for different people? Life is a blank canvas of possibility; you are in control of what the finished picture could look like. The Law of Attraction really is that simple. No matter what you are looking to have or achieve or be in life, if you can hold onto an idea and see it for yourself in the mind’s eye, you can make it yours to have… with some effort on your part. It can be utilized for Love, Happiness, Joy, Money, Career, Jobsuccess, Marketing, Examsuccess, Height, health, Beauty, Weight loss etc. Tell us about one memorable experience of yourself with a client. As coaching sessions are confidential, I will not reveal the identity of the client, but yes, I can definitely share the soulful experience. Allow me to call her Rachna. Rachna was a complete emotional wreck when she first came for a session. She was very successful but down and rock bottom low emotionally. Her self esteem and self
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love was almost absent. She had got out of a really bad relationship. The session started with sharing and then guided meditation. It took her sometime to release and have an outburst. In the third session she poured her heart out, told about all her pain and said one thing. “ I don’t want to feel like this ever again. I want to be my old self again”. I gave her a healing therapy and affirmations and exercises and followed up with her regularly. We worked together on attracting a compatible and complementing soul mate through various Law of Attraction techniques for 5 sessions. She learnt to trust herself and trust the universe. Recently she messaged me saying that she is doing everything that I asked her to do and since then she has never been hurt by anyone and no one’s unpleasant behaviour is affecting her inner being. And also mentioned that as soon as she let old emotions and thoughts go she is feeling light and loved. As a healer and facilitator, give the readers a few tips on how to attract positivity. Being positive isn’t always easy, but it’s well worth the effort. It has the power to shape our lives like nothing else.
Here are some ways to bring in positive energy in your life. 1. Do not give energy to negativity, to the things you do not want in life. Stuff happens. Stop thinking about it. Replace them with positive thoughts. 2.
Do not speak of diseases, illnesses and worries.
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Love and accept yourself the way you are now. Pamper yourself. For every negative comment you make towards yourself, give yourself 3 complements.
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Let go of the past. Forgive yourself and forgive others. You can’t undo anything. Let it all go.
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Laugh, smile and have fun.
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Do not give a rip to what others think of you. It is not your role to make others happy, it is your role to keep yourself in balance.
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Have boundless gratitude. Aligning yourself with positive energy of gratitude will attract more positive energy to you. Instragram : @koshrawjee Contact : 9885516056
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“Tarot is like a wise Friend, Guide or Guru with whose advice you can live your optimal life.” What exactly is Tarot and how does it work? Tarot is a set of 78 cards used for future predictions, figuring out the best choice to make in a certain situation or for self-healing and introspection. The cards have inbuilt symbols in them which are said to trigger our intuition. These symbols and images access our “subconscious mind” that has knowledge of the Past, Present and Future. What exactly can we ask the Tarot? The scope for asking questions from Tarot is wide. You can ask questions regarding finance, business, relationships, timing, health, spirituality and more. For example, “What are my partner’s feelings for me?”, “How can I make my boss think better of me?”, “Should I choose business or a job?”, “When will I get married and to whom?”, “Will I get this business deal?” etc. Trying to predict Exam results, locations, Names, Salaries, Dates or Lottery numbers are rarely accurate. What made you choose Tarot Card Reading as a profession? I was introduced to the Tarot when I was 15-years-old and I have been doing readings for 30 years now! I chose Tarot as a profession largely due to my passion for it and the encouragement I received from my friends and relatives. I started Café Tarot in 2007 by putting up my website and getting myself listed in the local yellow pages. It has been 12 years since then and I feel this was one of my best decisions to date. Loving your profession is a blessing and I encourage everyone to follow their passion professionally. 64 SEPTEMBER, 2019 TULIP
Otherwise, I have an MBA – Human resources from IMI Delhi with a 16year career in the corporate world.
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Astrology? Tarot Readings can be incredibly accurate about 80% of the time. The main difference between Tarot and Astrology is that with the Tarot you can ask the most detailed and precise questions possible making it easier to help take decisions. Tarot mainly works via person’s energies, so birth date, timing and location are not required. So what is a Tarot Reading like at Café Tarot? A reading at Cafe Tarot is a private reading. An appointment needs to be booked a day in advance.The reading is mostly for 45 minutes but you can extend it if you have more questions.In such readings, profuse energy exchange takes place and you may feel lighter, clearer and happier after absorbing the healing energies.
Why is your Centre called “Café Tarot?” Café Tarot was named in line with the vision I had for the Centre of opening a Café where one can have Tarot readings throughout the day and lounge around at the coffee shop as well while discovering, reading and discussing about the Tarot. In short, a Café with a Tarot theme! This vision is in the planning stage and I hope to make it a reality in the future. What is Café Tarot Academy and Café Tarot Lounge? Café Tarot Academy is the learning division of the Centre. You can learn how to read the tarot yourself and become a part of the Café. Tarot Lounge is where you connect withlike-minded Tarot enthusiasts to participate in regular meet-ups, reading swaps and discussions on Tarot. How accurate are Tarot Readings and how is it different from
What are the types of readings conducted at Café Tarot? In theregular 45-minute Tarot session, we have past-lives discovery and regression, discovering and connecting with your spirit guides and angels, chakra scanning, after death communication, and a soul mate connection session with the Tarot. If you are new to Tarot Reading it is recommended that you take the Regular session first. How do I prepare for a Tarot Reading session? There are a few points to keep in mindwhile taking the session: - Keep an open mind and leave behind your skepticism for the moment - Note down your questions beforehand so you don’t lose track - Audio Record a session to gain more insights while replaying it later - Provide background to your situation before asking a question. Predictions are more accurate if you do so. - Do not fear the Tarot. It will answer only questions asked, not ones you don’t want answers to.
What are Tarot cards, and how do they work? Let ushave a mini demo to have an idea about this. Choose a card, either Maroon, Black or Blue card, with the below question in mind: “WHAT IS ON MY MIND CURRENTLY?” Now choose one card and look below for the answer to your question:
Maroon Card
Black Card
Blue Card
If you chose: Maroon Card: You are thinking about whether to reveal the decisions/actions you have taken. You did not share these with anyone and have a tendency to keep things hidden. You feel justified in doing it but still feel uncomfortable. Advice: be as transparent as possible. Black Card: You are thinking about a recent argument/fight/conflict with one or more people either in your personal life or professional. Your environment is competitive and you want to win. Advice: remain peaceful and manage with diplomacy. Blue Card:You are thinking about finances and new opportunities in job or business. This could involve a significant sum of money coming to you in future. It could involve salary or business negotiations. Advice: stay confident, you will get it! If any of the above has resonated with you, then you have had a sneak peek into the world of Tarot! - By Twinkle Kotta TULIP - SEPTEMBER, 2019 65
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To a healthier and more potent lifestyle- Busting myths Thanks to the food world filling up with trends, fads, and stacks of misinformation, it’s become increasingly hard to find reliable nutrition information. How many times have we dropped our plans of hitting the gym just because of people propagating that once we stop working out, pounds of fat get added to us? We personally conducted a survey where people sent us their top health myths and queries and well, guess what? We’ve got all your doubts covered! Here we have the very knowledgeable and renowned nutritionist of our city, Dr. Deepa Agarwal bust all your common myths and help you in becoming healthier.
Does a rice diet makes you fat?
White rice and other starchy carbohydrates have a bad reputation when it comes to weight loss. You will often find it on lists of forbidden foods lumped in with things like pastries and cookies, which are nothing more than empty calories. As with so much else in life, it’s not that simple. Rice alone won’t make you fat unless you exceed your daily recommended caloric allowance day after day and pair it with fried foods or high-fat sauces. If you choose whole-grain rice and watch your portion sizes, you won’t have to cut rice out of your diet to lose or maintain a healthy weight.
Tea on an empty stomach lands you with acidity. Is this true? Heading for that freshly brewed cup of tea or coffee first thing in the morning can do you more harm than good. Drinking coffee on an empty stomach increases acidity, which in turn causes heartburn and indigestion throughout the day. Drinking tea on an empty stomach can suppress the secretion of gastric juices and reduces bile and acid in the stomach. It can also reduce your appetite.
Plucking out grey hair will induce more grey hair growth. Myth or Fact?
Plucking grey hair will not cause three or more grey hairs to grow back in its place. However, plucking is not an advisable activity because it can destroy the hair follicle and possibly lead to bald patches. Overall, the real truth behind greying is that it is dependent on multiple factors. While further studies need to be done, reducing stress and smoking will not only potentially decrease your chance of greying prematurely, but also have other positive health benefits.
Does Eating chocolate gives you acne?
It’s an old wives’ tale that chocolate causes/worsens acne and has yet to be proven by science. Caffeine in chocolate is a major culprit. Science says that dark chocolate does not cause acne, but if you eat a lot of sweets, sugary foods, processed foods, or fast foods, all things can contribute to acne/problem skin. I would say that eating dark chocolate will not affect your acne unless you’re allergic to something in the chocolate, allergic to chocolate, or if it’s high in sugar. Sugar can wreak havoc on your skin and greasy/processed/fast foods can be hell on your skin as well.
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HEALTH | Is it true that Once you stop going to the gym, you’ll gain weight faster? When you are gymming, you gain some extra muscles. Say that now you suddenly stopped exercising. Your daily movements/activity has reduced. So your body does not need those extra muscles that you have developed. Those muscle will start to go off. Now this is the process that makes you look ‘fat’. Suddenly your toned up muscles will loosen up which in term will loosen your skin a bit and this is what makes you look fat/chubby. On top of that, we tend to eat more when we exercise and even if you suddenly drop your exercising to zero, your eating quantity will still not go down immediately but will take time. But now since you have stopped exercising, the extra food quantity going in will be turned to fat. So, becoming fat is not because you have left the gym, but because you have left the gym and your food intake is still almost the same.
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. Clarity please.
Apples have a good claim to promote health. They contain Vitamin C, which aids the immune system, and phenols, which reduce cholesterol. They also reduce tooth decay by cleaning one’s teeth and killing off bacteria. It has also been suggested by Cornell University researchers that the quercetin found in apples protects brain cells against neuro-degenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s Disease.
You need to drink 8 glasses of water everyday. Do you?
The body is about 60% water, give or take. You are constantly losing water from your body, primarily via urine and sweat. To prevent dehydration, you need to drink adequate amounts of water. There are many different opinions on how much water you should be drinking every day. Health authorities commonly recommend eight 8-ounce glasses, which equals about 2 litres, or half a gallon. This is called the 8×8 rule and is very easy to remember. However, some health gurus believe that you need to sip on water constantly throughout the day, even when you’re not thirsty. As with most things, this depends on the individual. Many factors (both internal and external) ultimately affect your need for water.
Is Organic food better for the body?
Organic limits the type of pesticide, not the use of it. Often the naturally derived pesticides aren’t as effective and need to be used more often. At first I thought it might be better for your health. Then I found it wasn’t, according to lots of studies. But I still was glad it was there because it doesn’t use pesticides. Then I found out it uses more pesticides. Now I think it’s horribly overpriced food. Synthetic pesticides are specifically designed to be harmful to pests and nothing else. Birds, beneficial insects, soil biomes and even people are affected more by organic pesticides at staggering rates. But we buy into it because we believe in the internet age.
Is Coffee bad for health?
For years, doctors warned people to avoid coffee because it might increase the risk of heart disease and stunt growth. They worried that people could become addicted to the energy that high amounts of caffeine provided, leading them to crave more and more coffee as they became tolerant to higher amounts of caffeine. Experts also worried that coffee had damaging effects on the digestive tract, which could lead to stomach ulcers, heartburn and other ills. All of this concern emerged from studies done decades ago that compared coffee drinkers to non-drinkers on a number of health measures, including heart problems and mortality. Coffee drinkers, it seemed, were always worse off.
Contact- Dr.Deepa Agarwal Nutriclinic (5pm to 6.30pm Monday to Saturday) 98, Sardar Patel Road, Opposite to Parade Grounds, Secunderabad, Telangana. India, 500003 Phone: 9940220005
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Did Sanjay Leela Bhansali refuse to let Salman Khan co-produce ‘Inshallah’? Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s much-hyped project; ‘Inshallah’ with Salman Khan and Alia Bhatt in the lead recently got shelved. While many speculative stories are doing the rounds in the media, we have exclusively learned that the canning of the film had more to do with the difference in the business point of views and not much of creative differences. Industry reports suggest, “Bhansali also decided to keep the music rights with himself.
Sara Ali Khan gets serious about her workout sessions
Fitness freak Sara Ali Khan who is hitting hard to prep for her upcoming comedy flick ‘Coolie No.1’ is on a spree to lose weight for her role. Reportedly, the actress has been chilling with her beau Kartik Aaryan after wrapping up the ‘Aaj Kal’ schedule and has not been able to manage time for her workout sessions. Therefore the actress is now back to the grind!
Michael Bay in talks for ‘Black 5’ Jennifer Lopez was told she wouldn’t get big roles because of her ethnicity
Jennifer Lopez may be one of the most globally recognised stars today, but the singer, actress and producer didn’t always have it easy. The star, who turned 50 recently, said in a recent interview that 30 years ago she often lost out on roles because of her ethnicity. JLo revealed that being a Latino meant that she was cast for small Latino roles and told that she would probably only get to play maids or similar roles. Looking back, Lopez said that she was too young at that time, but was delighted to be cast in the film, which instantly put her in the limelight.
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Filmmaker Michael Bay is in negotiations to direct Sony’s upcoming action movie ‘Black 5’. Ehren Kruger, who worked with the filmmaker on several ‘Transformers’ movies, has penned the script of the film. According to an American Hollywood digital magazine , ‘Black 5’ centers around an elite military team with advanced technology. Bay’s frequent collaborator Erwin Stoff will produce the project.
Sharwanand and Ritu Varma begin shoot for their next
Sharwanand, who was last seen in ‘Ranarangam’ and Ritu Varma who was last seen in ‘Pelli Choopulu’ in Telugu have teamed up for their upcoming film, which began shoot in Chennai last month. The film that also stars Priyadarshi and Vennela Kishore will be directed by debutant Shree Karthick and was launched in the same month. The film will see dialogues penned by ‘Ee Nagaraniki Emaindi’ director Tharun Bhascker, music by Jakes Bejoy and cinematography by Sujith Sarang of ‘Dear Comrade’ fame.
| ENTERTAINMENT ‘RDX Love’ shoot wrapped up
The shooting of the Telugu film RDX Love has come to an end. According to the team, the shooting was wrapped up in over 60 days, and the film will now go into the post-production mode. While the cast is already impressive, the director has roped in Mumaith Khan to play a cameo in it. With the shooting wrapped up, RDX Love is most likely to hit the marquees in October this year. The makers say teaser of RDX Love will be unveiled soon.
In Mild Bummer, Jeremy Lin Is Headed To China Perfectly serviceable rotation guard and tough-luck injury casualty Jeremy Lin was deeply bummed to find this summer that NBA teams had for the most part lost interest in him as a free agent. Now, a month later, Lin has made the decision to move on from the NBA and continue his basketball career elsewhere.
Antonio Brown Tells Ben Roethlisberger To “Shut Up Already” About Their Non-Existent Friendship Ben Roethlisberger, churlish in his old age, dissected Antonio Brown’s route-running last December for an entire local radio audience to hear. Brown didn’t take it personally, until he did! Don’t expect to hear much more from Brown on this. Between permissibly fortifying his head and thawing his toes, he has other fish to fry, and also some fish to remove from his freezer.
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MOVIES Movie Reviews
Mission Mangal This is a movie about space, scientists, facts and physics, but there is no dearth of emotion. Some of it is trite and there is manipulative pop patriotism – the sort you expect from an Akshay Kumar film. Yet Mission Mangal is more restrained in tone than the star’s recent outings like Kesari, PadMan, and Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. There are also genuine moments in the film when you laugh, and when your heart soars. Despite the formulaic arc, the makers deliver an entertaining account of a complicated mission.
Once Upon A Time In Hollywood Yet, all said and done, Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood is a violent, often funny, but always heartfelt valentine to a specific time and place. Robert Richardson’s artful photography, the evocative production design, and fleeting appearances by legendary characters of the day transport you to a bygone era of Hollywood glamour that proves hard to resist. The film may not be Tarantino’s best, but it’s a laidback, change-of-pace offering that delivers many unexpected pleasures. I’m going with three-anda-half out of five.
EEdaina Jaragocchu EEdaina Jaragocchu is a thriller comedy directed by K Ramakanth. A weak story and screenplay make the film an unfortunate bore altogether. The predictable and clichéd storyline makes it worse, offering nothing new. The immature acting from the lead pair is a huge set-back, though in terms of technicality, the film is not a bad one to watch. The unnecessary comedians introduced to lighten up the film don’t help it either. While Kali and Baby’s love story makes the film tedious, Bobby Simha does a good job, while Sasha Singh over-acts.
Upcoming Movies in September
Chhichore 6th Sep, 2019
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Dream Girl 13th Sep, 2019
Gang Leader 13th Sep, 2019
Valmiki 20th Sep, 2019
21 Bridges 27th Sep, 2019
| ENTERTAINMENT
BOOKS Animal farm by George Orwell (1945)
With an extremely simple style of writing, this allegorical novella, traces the events that led up to the Russian Revolution and then into the Stalinist era. The simplicity of the plot, where animals make humans run away to take over a farm, makes it very easy to reflect on the motivation of the novella. The later communist events that occur within the Animal Farm resonate with possible realities today in different parts of the world that repeat History to prove the Utopic nature of an egalitarian society. The novella is an easy and effective read that has a lot to give and a lot to take. The linear plot makes the reader think more and re-think politics and life.
If I Stay by Gayle Forman (2009)
Shifting between the past and the present, the conscious and the unconscious, the story of Mia keeps the reader engaged throughout. The plot follows Mia’s final choice that decides if she stays or not after a terrible accident that kills her family. The only things she has to live for are her Cello and her Boyfriend, and the past helps her decide what is more important in her comatose state. The flashbacks and the present compel the reader to feel inclusive of the plot and on edge until Mia takes her choice. The plot resonates with the reader by stressing on the importance that is given to making choices every single day for survival and happiness. The novel remains more than just a Romance Drama.
November 9 by Colleen Hoover (2015)
With love become overtly complicated and taking different meanings today, a gripping love story, November 9, is a must read for all Romantics to feel despair, happiness, mirth and love. The novel follows the love life of Fallon and Ben, except, they meet and communicate with each other only once a day. The pure emotions that are evoked while we follow their lives individually and together, make it the readers’ aim to complete the entire novel in one sitting. Human relations and words take up the stage in this love story of Ben and Fallon, which make us realize about our realities that we may have forgotten to make for ourselves “better” futures. November 9 is the day for Fallon and Ben. November 9 might also be the place for the reader to find themselves.
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| TINSEL TOWN
Abhimanika Tani
Regina
Beauties @ Beautyland
What: Beauty & Wellness Fest Where: JRC Convention centre Ladies were seen going gaga over India’s first ever beauty & wellness festival that took place sometime ago in the city. It was a golden opportunity for ladies to connect with their favourite beauty brands and discover new ones from India and all over the world. It was a one of a kind event that everyone enjoyed to their fullest.
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Tejaswini
Disha
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Samhitha
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Riaz & Ansar Bilgrami
Khadija, Mohammad with Ayesha & Ali
Celebrations All The Way
What: Aqeeka & Birthday Celebrations Where: Secundrabad Club Mrs. & Mr. Riaz Ahmed Bilgrami recently hosted an event for their grandchildren that turned out to be a grand affair in the city. Apart from their immediate family, a lot of familiar faces of elites like the Saberis, MLA Mumtaz Khan, Feroz Khan etc were seen at the event.
Hussaini Sabri
Manju Agarwal
Feroz Khan
Sarfaraz
Anuradha
Happy Birthday Anuradha!
Sonia
Pallavi
What: Birthday Celebrations Where: Absorb Cafe & Bar Birthdays are always happy occasions whether you are a kid or an adult. Anuradha’s party was another joyous celebration that brought together all the pretty ladies of the city. Everyone was dressed in beautiful outfits and posed for the camera. The birthday girl herself looked ravishing dressed in all black.
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| TINSEL TOWN
Anju Ali Khan
Asma Razvi
Neha Ganeriwal
Launching In Style
What: Launch Party Where: Serefe Cafe & Malt The launch of Serefe, hosted by Sofiya Sujad, was an exclusive affair. Serefe Cafe is Hyderabad’s first stand-alone cigar lounge and a premium liquour bar. Its opening was attended by the who’s who of the city, including members of the British High Commission and a few faces from Tollywood. Seen soaking in the fine dining experience were Anam Mirza and Imran Mirza, Pallam Raju, Andrew Fleming, Joan Irani, Jyotsna Angara, Sarah Li and Zia and Mubashir Ansari to name a few.
Sabiha Ali
Sofiya
Khaleequr Rahman
Zoya Ahmed
Rummy Azad
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Shalini Badruka
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DJ Ankytrixx
Monster Ultra White Nights
What: Theme Party Where: Farzi Cafe Farzi cafe came up with a different theme party contributing to the essence of Glow in the dark mode. The atmosphere was electrifying as Ankit belted out his electric music to enthral the young aficionados of the city. The party kicked off in the evening and went on till the wee hours making the crowd groove to the jazzy beats.
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Kulsum
Nishetha
Namitha Prasad
Lithika
Priya
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Nawab Naushad Ali Khan
Misbah & Sama
Muzaffer, Fizza & Muhafiz
Little One’s Birthday Bash
What: Birthday Party Where: Mumtaz Manzil Little Muhafiz turned 1 and his parents Begum and Nawab made sure it was memorable by throwing a grand party. It was a themed party where the decor and lighting were all purple in colour. The guests came dressed in purple and colour coordinated with each other. The star of the evening looked cute and handsome dressed in a tux.
Ruksana, Masooma & Moiz Khan
Pratima & Anusha
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Shika
What: Birthday Party Where: Kismet, The Park Dj Piyush and Tina’s little one recently turned 5 and they left no stone unturned in making sure the party was a huge success. It was an extremely cute themed party with multicoloured balloons lying everywhere and Peppa Pig being the party’s mascot. The birthday boy stole the show sporting a classy red shirt with fluorescent shoes. With delicious food being served, music being played and games being organised, both kids and adults had a blast!
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| TAROT Aries Keywords: Trapped, indecisive; not finding a way out. Aries still seems to be in some trapped energies since last month. It’s as easy as changing your perspective to get things moving. Remove the blindfold!Lucky Colour- White; Lucky Crystal-Clear Quartz; Lucky number-1.
Cancer Keywords: Material opportunity, business offer, practical solution. It’s the start of something solid or concrete. A new job, business opportunity or even a marriage. Grab it once it comes. Lucky Colour-Brown; lucky Stone-Tigers eye; lucky number-11.
Taurus
Gemini
Keywords:Transformation; Abrupt change. What does not work for you will finally fall away so you can invite into your life a brand new beginning. Change is the only constant.Luckycolour – Yellow; Lucky crystal – Sunstone; Lucky number-19.
Keywords: Illusions; Too many options or choices; Up in the air. If too many options present themselves to you, choose the one your heart desires. Take it one step at a time from there to avoid confusion. Lucky ColourGrey; lucky Crystal-Smoky quartz; lucky number-7.
Leo Keywords: Travel; relocation; slow and steady progress. There could be travel related to work or pleasure but mainly a sense of progress towards your goals to some extent. Stay grounded. Lucky Colour-Gold; lucky Crystal-Pyrite; lucky number-12.
Virgo Keywords: Victory; recognition; achievement. You are an applauded winner this month Virgo. Goals are reached and you are recognised by one and all. Bask in the limelight! Lucky Colour-yellow; lucky Crystal-citrine; lucky number-8.
Sagittarius
Libra
Scorpio
Keywords: Truth; Clarity; Power. After all the previous confusion you finally hit upon the truth and your scales are divinely balanced. Look forward to making important decisions this month.Lucky colour – Silver;Lucky Crystal-Selenite;Lucky number-1.
Keywords: Passion; Business acumen; recognition and magnetism. Scorpio is in its element shining like the fiery sun this month. Expect recognition and growth.Lucky ColourOrange;Lucky Crystal-Garnet;Lucky number-13.
Keywords: Giving and receiving; Inheritance; Salary raise. Jupiter entering the realms gives you abundance in everything especially in finance. Expect a gift, inheritance or raise do be generous.Lucky Colour-Green;Lucky Crystal-Green Aventurine;Lucky number-3.
Capricorn
Aquarius
Pisces
Keywords: Misfit; Money issues; Feeling left out. A feeling of not fitting in pervades you and finances are down but this is just temporary. Heal yourself as the next month’s energy is bound to be better. Lucky Colour-Lavender;Lucky Crystal-Amethyst;Lucky number-5.
Keywords: Lucrative job offer or marriage proposal; Good finances. Expect a dream offer but try to negotiate a better pay. Your finances will be at an all-time high. Avoid rigidity. Lucky Colour-Red;Lucky crystal – Ruby;lucky number-9.
Keywords:Offer of love; Sensitivity; new job. New opportunities in love and career are coming your way. Possibly even your knight in shining armour! Cross your fingers and thank the heavens! Lucky Colour-Pink;Lucky Crystal-Rose quartz;Lucky number-6.
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TAROT |
PICKReading A CARD September 2019 Clear your mind, take a few Deep breaths and concentrate on the 3 cards in front of you with the below question in mind: “Who is coming to me next in love?”
Now choose one card and look below for the answer to your question:
CARD 1
CARD 2
CARD 3
If you chose Card 1:
Your destiny is coming to you next in love. If you have been an honest person with integrity and loyalty, the universe is sending you a gift of love in a destined partner. This could be 7 months from now. When you meet them there will be a wellspring of love and emotion that will bubble up and looking into their eyes you will understand the infinity of your relationships. You have shared many lifetimes with this person and have earned them by your impeccable honesty and unconditional love. Enjoy this gift from the Universe with heartfelt thanks!
Stay tuned in future for more “Pick a card” readings! You are welcome to write to us about what other questions would you like the cards to answer!
If you chose Card 2:
The light of hope has always shined within you about your meeting this very special person. You have always yearned for a soulmate or a twin flame sort of love,ever since you can remember. That was the universe giving you signals about this destined happening. The person who is your other half is a direct, straight forward, passionate person and will have intense love for you. Unconditional love. They are someone to be looked upto. After you meet you will blend with them because you are essentially the same soul. This person is coming to you in the next 2 years.You will be changed forever with their love.... You are blessed!
If you chose Card 3:
You have had a lifetime search for the love of your life. You are very particular and not a person who has experimented much. Its been a lonely journey but you have acquired superior discernment. And now that the hard work is done open yourself for an abundance of love. You might not believe that such love is possible but you will get to experience it in real time. The heavens will open up and you will be showered with this love. Be it the love of a companion or the love of colleagues, friends or pets, you have so much abundance coming in your life at the appointed time. Wait for divine timing!
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