HYDERABAD’S LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE
VOL 12 | ISSUE 11 | APRIL 2022
BEAUTY
Beauty hacks for knocking over the Heat!
INTERIOR Paint your home with pastels
SPECIAL
Cuisine
Celebrating TogethernessHyderabadi Family Traditions
3 shots with the foodies
Sleepless Festivities At Old City
COVER STORY
The Ramadan Calendar
Your Must Do’s This Festive Season
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VOL 11 ISSUE 9 FEBRURY 2021
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CONTENTS Cover Courtesy: On The Cover: Saba Outfit: Noorain by Aniqua Khan Makeup: Sabby Makeup Photography: Zoya Ahmed Location: Maqbara Mah Laqa Bai Chanda
16.LIFESTYLE Over a Cappuccino with Komal Baldwa
18.FEATURE Spa of the month- Aura, The Park
20.SPECIAL Sleepless festive grandiose in the city Celebrating togetherness- Ft. Hyderabadi family traditions in Ramadan Scrumptious Ramzan delicacies
39.COVER STORY The Ramadan calendar- your must do’s this festive season
44.CUISINE 3 shots with the foodies
52.BEAUTY Who let the sun out? Make way for the sun! Beauty hacks for knocking over the heat
55.INTERIOR Paint your pretty home with pastels! A look closer to the lavish homes of celebrities
67.FASHION It’s time to suit up, Men!
71.TRAVEL Pahalgam, the paradise of Kashmir
EDITOR’S DESK APRIL
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ear Readers, Ramadan, the most sacred month of the Islamic Culture, is here and families are gathering together to celebrate memories and unity. The fast that shifts attention from physical existence of the body to remembering the soul within, starts in another day and the city is rejoicing the same with Haleem taking over the streets. This month’s issue, we are rejoicing with the city. What does Ramadan mean to some people and in what ways is its grandeur coming alive? This issue, we gathered all information from Mehandi Melas, Brands serving sehri and iftar, the famous Laad Bazaar, to the exhibitions and the sartorial splendour of this season to make your summers easier and your Ramadan rich. With Ramadan taking the front seat this Issue, our staples of Monthly Calendar, What’s New and What’s Happening are still going to highlight the new openings in the city along with some tips and tricks for mens fashion this summer to help you deal better with the escalating temperatures. On the cover, we have Saba Khan adorning an outfit from Noorain by Aniqua Khan and giving us all major outfit goals for Ramadan! This month the city is animated with gourmet and garbs, shopping and coiffure and we want you to miss out on nothing! Flip through the pages and decide your destinations, shopping lists, cuisines and more. Summer and Ramadan together, this month in Hyderabad will give you something to do everyday with friends and family. And as a tradition, before I forget, thank you readers for your constant love and support towards Tulip!
Esam Ahmed Bilgrami
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SHAHRAN KEBABS
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At Mozamjahi Market
WHATS NEW |
SINGHANIA’S LAUNCHES SECOND STORE IN HYDERABAD
Singhania’s launched their second store in Jubilee hills. Here you will find all the tokens of pure artistry collected over the years carefully put together by them. The walls at the store are dedicated to revived art pieces woven by master weavers and award-winning artists. Wall panels with the best of fabrics and an extensive repertoire of luscious fabrics like Silk Ikat, Organza, Hand Painted Silks, Block Printed Cottons, Banarasis, Kanchi silks and many more from this nation’s fabric culture are waiting for you. Over 250 colours of raw silk fabrics that are featured in the store are perfect with any saree/blouse/lehenga etc. They have curated a special bridal space with curated, best lehengas, unstitched suits, and other readily stitched garments for the entire wedding squad. Each piece is styled by their team of stylists, where each collection is designed according to the season. Address: Road no 36, Jubilee Hills
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SHOPPING FOR A CAUSE DEEP MELA 2022
Deep Mela 2022, a fund raising exhibition that has been conducted regularly for the last two decades by City based Deepshikha Mahila Club was recently inaugurated by Mrs Karuna Gopal, President, Foundation for Futuristic Cities. It features a range of products from apparel and clothing, jewellery and accessories, cosmetics and beauty products and handbags to fabulous holiday gifts, home appliances & home decor and food & beverages. The event was attended by several of the citys Elite ladies and Socialites who had a blast as they shopped their bags full. The funds raised from the Mela are used in funding various projects. Where: Hitex Exhibition Grounds, Kondapur
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CELEBRATING WOMEN CHEFS
To salute the effort of female chefs making a mark in a highly male dominated industry Simply South hosted an exclusive Chef’s Table inviting 6 of the most outstanding female chefs of Hyderabad on the occasion on Womens Day. The foremost of the city’s chefs made up the invite list – Sous Chef Sanjam ChaMwani of Trident, Hyderabad , Pastry Chef Tulika Singh of ITC KakaDya, ChocolaDer Deepa Reddy of Fonce ChocolaDer and Café, Home Chef Anjum of Anjum’s Kitchen CraZ, Home Chef Ruheen of Ruheen’s Kitchen and first ever Master Chef Telugu Season 1 winner Krishna Tejaswi. A special menu was curated by Chef Rao featuring the most delectable of his creations at the restaurant for the pre-eminent invitees to relish. A quintessentially Simply South meal to commemorate their individual journeys. Where: Simply South Restaurant, Film nagar.
Chef Sanjam chattwani
Krishna Tejaswi
Chef Tulika singh
Chef Chalapthi Rao with Chef Ruheen
Chocolatier Deepa Reddy
Chef Ruheen
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ART EXHIBIT AT FONCÉ CHOCOLATIER In commemoration on of International Women’s Day Foncé recently invited some of the most talented female artists of Hyderabad to share their inspiring journeys and teach through their experiences how to break biases that the society cages women in.The invitee list included trailblazing women artists that have revolutionised the art scene in not just the city but created waves all over the country with their work. The event was followed by a meet and greet where guests could interact with artists. It was accompanied by a delectable High Tea featuring a specially curated menu to display foncé’s expertise in enchanting the tastebuds. The menu included Cheese sticks, sliders, vol-au-vents, fish orley, quiche, mini puffs, stuffed brioche, Russian medovick, mini-cheese cake, signature macarons, blueberry panacoXa, chocolate rochers, Danish pastry to name a few of the masterpieces the artists and guests gorged on. Where: Fonce Chocolatier, Jubilee Hills.
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STARBUCKS COLD BREW FEST
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The Sun is out and your favourite neighbourhood store, Starbucks is back with the delightful Cold Brew Fest, a perfect avenue to cool down this summer with their specially curated range of Cold Brews and Nitro Cold Brews. A beacon for coffee lovers everywhere, the brand’s loyalists can enjoy the Cold Brew festival by getting their hands on the smoothest & delicious range of Cold Brews and Nitro Cold Brew variants like Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew, Vanilla Sweet Cream Nitro Cold Brew, Cold Brew with Tonic Water, Nitro Cold Brew with Tonic Water, Cold Brew with Ginger Ale, Nitro Cold Brew with Ginger Ale, Cold Brew with salted foam, Nitro Cold Brew with salted foam, White Mocha Caramel Cold Brew, Nitro White Mocha Caramel Cold Brew, Salted Caramel Cold Brew, Nitro Salted Caramel Cold Brew, Chocolate Truffle Cold Brew and Nitro Chocolate Truffle Cold Brew. From: April 2 to April 10
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Over a Cappuccino with KOMAL BALDWA
She is the founder of Bleu Condoms, a nontoxic condom brand that recognizes itself as a medical/health product rather than one for pleasure enhancement. She states her journey about breaking stereotypes and pushing the conversation and creating awareness on sexual wellness. What is a typical day like in your life? Well, I suppose a typical day starts with my kids! I love spending some time with them in the morning before heading to work. Once in the office, I love a cup of Assam tea and start my calls for the day. Some, with our research team and scientists working on our patented products and cooking up something new! I like to unwind a little during lunch, with a quick walk and some fresh air. And soon enough I’m back in the office. I end up staying a bit late at times, but I love the view from my desk! 16 APRIL, 2022 TULIP
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How did you get into the sexual wellness category of products, how was your journey by breaking the stereotypes thought? Facing the side-effects of regular condoms myself, like irritation and itching, getting into the sexual wellness category was a deeply personal decision. It was a difficult decision to make, coming from a family like so many, where there was no talk about sex and no exposure to sex education either. There were obstacles right away, as the condom industry is pretty male-dominated. From marketers to manufacturers, most of them were men. A lot of them refused to work with me saying that this was a “male product” and I shouldn’t get into it. There wasn’t any empathy towards female intimate struggles and needs, therefore Bleü is a step towards bringing that discussion into the light. But it was worth it, as now, with Bleü, hopefully, more women will be heard and would find solutions when they face the problems I did. What inspires and motivates you? In my little escape between a day’s work, a small walk around my office I get some fresh air and my daily dose of nature which inspires me greatly. It’s like a refresher and it motivates me to get back to work and refuels me. My motivation comes from the fact that every day I’m working on something that is my own and also everyone else’s. This is because while this stemmed from a very personal issue, it could help women all over and finally shed light on intimate health issues that were ignored or unheard of. That’s why I want to work harder and help tackle these problems. What’s on your bucket list to do? I would like to swim with sharks someday! What do you do in your leisure time? I love to spend my free time with my kids and read as much as I can. I like to keep informed about what’s happening in women’s health and discussions around the sexual discourse. Tell us a funny incident which happened with you? I end up forgetting names sometimes and that puts me in quite a few funny situations, so working on that. In today’s time and generation people are more open about sex compared to earlier times how do you feel about it? I feel that more and more people are understanding that sex isn’t just about pleasure and excitement but also a discussion with the mature subject matter. Ranging from consent to the agency of our bodies, there has been significant growth in how sex is being seen as a coherent aspect of life. The openness about sex can only come through when there is enough discourse and healthy discussion around the matter. It’s good to see that even young adults can have an open conversation with their families about sex nowadays, though it’s not as prevalent as it should be.
Rapid Fire If you are given a genie and have to make 2 wishes what will you wish for? Give me a rocking supportive team to bring in the change in female sexual wellness I would like to have a few more hours in a day, so I could travel more and read and find time to do the things I love! If you are left in a supermarket and asked to pick up only 3 things what would you pick? Body Lotion Lindt Tea Exotic ones What’s your daily dose of happiness? My kids bring me so much happiness, just to have their energy at home becomes a great pick-me-up! While Leaving home 3 must things u carry? Water Bottle Kajal Lip Balm An Alternate occupation if you would not have been an Entrepreneur of sexual wellness products then what you had been? I think if I would go towards an art line, somewhere where I could work with my hands and create ideas, like maybe an artist or painter.
- As told to Masooma Fatima
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Spa Of The Month AURA, THE PARK
WHAT MAKES AURA UNIQUE:
Aura Spa at The Park Hotel brings together traditional wellness practices and modern innovations to promote the awakening of the inner spirit and lost energy within. The spa’s services are personalized to cater to each individual's need, transforming the mind, body, and soul on a journey to radiance and self-discovery. The treatments at Aura harness the power of the five elements of nature and sound therapy inducing a deep state of relaxation. The Spa therapists have extensive training in a variety of styles and massages that can be customized to suit your requirements.
LUXURY AT AURA:
Their seven therapy rooms are inspired by the exquisite diamonds and other precious jewels of the Nizams. Resplendent hues of white with shimmery crystal overtones cast a soothing glow over your personal haven. The couple and single suite therapy rooms also feature chromotherapy whirlpools and heated massage beds, while the wet areas host two Amethyst steam rooms which aid in harnessing clean, positive energy. 18 APRIL, 2022 TULIP
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TULIP’S RECOMMENDATION: The Nawabi Experience: For the ultimate relaxing treatment, book the “Nawabi experience”. This luxurious pampering session has been created using traditional South Indian ingredients.
Recently, I was invited to Aura by The Park to experience a relaxing day at their spa. I opted for the Nawabi experience and absolutely loved the session curated for me. The session started with a relaxing cup of herbal tea served by the therapist whilst she explained to me in detail about the therapy I was about to experience. The actual 150-minute treatment then began with a customized full-body Balinese/ Swedish massage, that focused on relieving tension and stress in key points on my back. I drifted into Zen mode as she began with my focus areas with just the required pressure to relieve stress and enhance the blood circulation in my body. The pressure was just perfect and exactly what I needed. As the warm oil seeped into my body I could feel my aches slowly fade away and I immediately entered a state of absolute bliss. This was followed by the “Ubtan”, a body polish with Chandan, wild turmeric, and rose powder. My therapist scrubbed every bit of my body with gentle strokes that literally felt like my body was being polished and being made free of all the dirt and pollution. This was then capped off with a touch of an express Crystal Face Massage, personalized to suit my skin by treating the hyperpigmented areas. The therapy ended with a glorious herb bath in a dimly lit fragrant area while I sipped on a soothing cup of tea. This treatment nourishes the skin, provides relief of muscle aches and provides a feeling of deep relaxation. True to its name, it indeed leaves you feeling like a Nawab! Price: Rs 5500 + taxes Address: Aura Spa, The Park Hotel, Somajiguda.
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The month of May, the month of summer vacations, is packed with multiple events and openings to keep you engaged with family and friends. Ramadan, on the other hand, steals away this thunder to the holy Islamic month. With majority of the Muslim population residing in the Old City, all areas around the Mughal Architectural attraction lighten with contagious smiles and fragrances, busy hustle and Haleem. From dry fruits to Mehendicones, everything you need to make Ramadan special is available within the maze of the Old City.
Picture Courtesy Model: Manish Bekkem Photographer: Nihal Shanigaram Outfit: Sagar Tenali
Sleepless Festive Grandiose in Old City By Twinkle Kotta
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Busy Bazaars in the Dark
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Charminar, with its Mughal history, brings thousands of tourists and heritage enthusiasts to revel in its beauty. During Ramadan, however, the Old City bustles with vendors and makeshift shops and two wheelers and people at every corner leaving barely any space to breathe. Spread with fruit bazaars and food bazaars and the fragrances of pure attars, at the popular Night Bazaars, cacophony of bargaining and shopping surrounds Charminar from all directions.
Sparkles and Stones With extensive historical theories about its origin, the Laad Bazaar is popular among women for the wide range of bangles. The space glitters and shines with gold and reflecting light from Stones. Sparkling with the tradition of the bygone days, Laad Bazaar is everyone’s go to destination for bangles shopping. Spanning over four roads, weddings and parties, casuals and concerts, this place is loved by all. During Ramadan, the roads sparkle more and bustle more with Photographer: more people and more love. Maria Zaki TULIP - APRIL, 2022 21
| SPECIAL Ramadan, that is, the Haleem season is here and new businesses have opened along with old ones continuing. Haleem is not just food but love and memories shared amongst loved ones during the fast. The streets of Old City buzz livelier than the rest of the city with Haleem recipes new and old, traditional and experimental, taking up space on the streets. With crowded roads after sunset, Haleem makes for a vibrant night life in the Old City and the rest of Hyderabad.
Hyderabad’s Hearty Haleem Love and Smiles at Laad Bazaar Laad Bazaar’s crowd throughout the year is very famous, more popular is the loss of breathable space during Ramadan. With prohibition of vehicles in the Bazaar for the entire holy month, streets are spanned with markets and pedlars selling bangles and seviyan for everyone. Chatter and laughter is heard from all corners on these crowded streets.
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Is Eid even Eid without Mehendi?
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With dynamic changes in designs and trends in Mehendi, Eid-Ul-Fitr is incomplete without it. The Old City is filled with Mehendi artists and Mehendi cones for all those who love the Henna art that celebrates earthly pleasures after the four-week fast that emphasizes on spirituality of life and glorifies women. Intricate patterns that uphold traditions are seen on everyone’s hands and legs and reflect in the markets during Ramadan celebrating the same. Arabics and geometrics, florals and glitters, the Old City is an abode to all women for the grandiose of Eid.
Photographer: Maria Zaki
Everything you need for an authentic Sheer Khurma Seviyan and dry fruits make up for the main ingredients of the traditional dessert Sheer Khurma and the Old City, especially around Charminar, boast of a few remaining and slowly fading traditionally made seviyan. Almonds and pistachios and dried dates are found on every corner to add the crunchy element to the most loved dessert that concludes the month of Ramzan. An essential to the month of Ramadan, Old City, yet again, sweetens your taste buds with traditionality!
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Heavenly Fragrances
Photographer: Maria Zaki
Old fragrances of Jasmines and Roses, new scents of mint and musk take over the streets in the Old City. Long lasting, in tiny bottles, these skin-friendly attars are loved by women who carry multiple fragrances in their purses wherever they go. With its rich history associated with Noorjahan, attars are a cultural embracement. During Ramzan, this cultural restatement comes alive through traditional attars and modern attars widening their consumer base by attracting youngsters as well!
Fresh Fruity Feasts The fruit bazaars around Charminar are not unknown. With Summer here, Mangoes are flooding the markets, making choices easier with their natural freshness and fruity delights. Customers are presented with an assortment of fruits from mundane apples to quality kiwis to choose from. With colours and scents, richness of nature is made available around Charminar throughout the year with an increased demand during the holy month.
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Prayers at Mecca Masjid
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Marking the first day of breaking the four-week fast, thousands gather at this Masjid, built by Quli Qutub Shah in 1857, to offer their Eidul- fitrprayers. Dressed in kurta-pyjamas after spraying themselves with traditional attar, the fast is broken by sweetening the mouths of brothers and sisters wishing them happiness and love by feasting on seviyan and sheer khurma. With a spiritual celebration of the self and the world, people rejoice in togetherness.
Picture Courtesy Model: Manish Bekkem Photographer: Nihal Shanigaram Outfit: Sagar Tenali
Elegant Ethnics The streets around the four pillars spill over with extravagant clothing which are a major cultural representation of the festivities and traditions that surround Ramadan. Sequins and glitter, mirrors and heavy fabrics, bright colours and gold borders shine from all corners that make choosing a dress extremely difficult. Women and men alike are seen deciding and contemplating on what to wear for Eid. Photographer: Maria Zaki TULIP - APRIL, 2022 25
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Celebrating Togetherness- Ft. Hyderabadi Family traditions in Ramadan Lights blink on in homes as night falls on a community. The scent of food begins to waft into the evening air. It smells extra delicious to the people in the homes, who haven’t eaten all day. They’re observing Ramadan, a sacred month in the religion of Islam. And the darkened sky is a signal that it’s time to feast! Ramadan is celebrated by thousands of Muslims around the world as it is a joyous celebration full of delicious meals and family reunions. We had a quick chat with few of our favourite families from the city and learnt about their family traditions, Eid plans etc. Read on to see if you share the same beliefs and traditions as them! TULIP - APRIL, 2022 27
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Iftaar With The Beg Family What’s your denition of the purpose of Ramadan? Shakila: Ramadan for me is a period of the cleansing of not just the body, but also of the soul by abstaining, not just from food and drink, but from negative moods and thoughts whilst inculcating a spirit of generosity (zakat) and empathy. How is this year of Ramadan in quarantine going to be dierent from that of every year? Amer: My daughter, Sehr, turned 7 on the 16th of March and to celebrate it my brother Samir Beg, his wife Tej Bhabi and his boys Zahan and Mikhail came to Hyderabad. As a blessing in disguise they got stranded here and couldn’t go back to Pune, so it’s been extra special this year for them to be around and the family to be together for the entire month of Ramadan and not just the Eid. What changes do you make in Ramadan to your technology usage, social life and diet? Amer: I try and spend time reading the Quran and improving my knowledge of Islam as opposed to watching tv or being on my phone too much. Socially, I’m anyway difficult to get a hold off so that stays the same. When it comes to my diet, it’s quite a challenge because I normally eat every hour and in Ramadan, it gets put on hold but I don’t overeat when it’s time for iftar. 28 APRIL, 2022 TULIP
What are the dierent cuisines made at home for iftar? Samir: At the Beg household it’s a traditional Hyderabadi iftaar. My mother makes the most scrumptious food (and I promise I’m not being biased). There’s channa daal with lemon, dahi wade, seasonal fruits (loads of mango this season), banana or guava chaat salad, Haleem along with fresh juices. What’s your secret to staying motivated and consistent throughout Ramadan, especially when you hit the mid-Ramadan slump? Tejuswini: I enjoy and cherish the traditions that come along with Ramadan so I don’t necessarily hit a slump. I look forward to this month and love the Sehri’s and the Iftaar’s and the family sitting together. What is the biggest positive change any particular Ramadan has brought to your life? Shakila: Every Ramadan brings about personal development and reform to be a better human where one can introspect and do away with bad habits, bad practices and learn to be kind to others, be generous, be patient and tolerant for one another so the positive change has been constant every Ramadan.
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What’s your definition of the purpose of Ramadan? Mahnoor: Ramadan is a month of Mercy, blessings and forgiveness. It is one's chance to detoxify from all the negative elements and focus on bettering ourselves in every way.
chicken tarts and much more!! It's always an amalgamation of different cuisines set on the table for Iftar. Definitely ,a feast and family bonding time to enjoy a luscious spread!!
How is this years Ramadan going to be different from that of every years? Imran: This year's Ramadan is definitely going to be different from the previous two years which went in covid. This year we get to attend taraweeh prayers and meet relatives and celebrate the festivities of Ramzan properly.
What’s your secret to staying motivated and consistent throughout Ramadan, especially when you hit the midRamadan slump? Imran: I always plan for Ramadan in advance. I make sure I'm reading the chapters of the Qur'an in a way that I'm certain to finish it in X number of days. It's always a plus to finish it sooner and start again! This helps me be motivated throughout the month and beat the mid Ramadan slump and gain some extra brownie points!
What changes do you make in Ramadan to your technology usage, social life, diet? Jibran: I consciously limit technology usage, work and socializing during Ramadan since each day counts. I believe one should make the most of this month by praying more, helping the poor with charity and refrain from engaging in activities that are not necessary. It's said good deeds are multiplied and the bad deeds are forgiven in this blessed month. Thus, we should try to gain as much as we can.
What is the biggest positive change any particular Ramadan has brought to your life? Mahnoor: It's helped me be closer to my religion and excercise it in the correct way through out the year. Every year it helps me to improvise on something that I've lacked and work on it to be better than before.
What are the different cuisines made at home for iftaar? Zoha: My mom prepares a wide variety of home cooked dishes that include Mutton Haleem, Dahi wadey, Hummus with pita bread, Fruit chaat, Quesadillas, Fried pakoras, Mutton and chicken kebabs, burgers,
What do you plan on wearing this Eid? Zoha: The last two years have been so dull due to covid with no actual celebration. Hence, this year I'm all geared up to celebrate Eid in a happy spirit. I'm planning on wearing a Designer lucknowi Dress with Chikankari Mukaish work on it.
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Fruit Salad With The Khaleels What’s your definition of the purpose of Ramadan? Noorin: Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. It is more auspicious because during this month the holy Quran was revealed to our Prophet (PBUH). How is this year’s Ramadan going to be different from that of every year? Zara: Definitely this Ramadan will be more different. It will be fun from the past two Ramadans, as well all know it was tough past two years because of covid and last RAMADAN the wave was at its peak. If God permits this RAMADAN will be fun with Iftar parties, tarawi prayers at mosques, late-night shopping, and eating with friends and family. What changes do you make in Ramadan to your technology usage, social life, and diet? Wajid: Ramadan teaches me so many things, fasting what we do it’s a test of yourself from the cravings and habits that you are used to them. The advantage of fasting is it detoxifies your body, now days people around do intermittent fasting for the same. One of the best things is that you are away from your daily routine stuff like watching webseries movies, one the phone checking out Instagram and Facebook or Snapchat it gives me time to read Quran pray namaz on time, and spiritually get connected to Allah. Diet I keep It simple sehri what we do before sunrise it is of little carbs fibers and proteins…which keep you energetic throughout the day and Iftar after sunset it’s fun when you open the fast you fill urself with juices fruits, dates, of course, Haleem which is rich in everything yummy and tasty. Dinner usually I have mild because of the heavy Iftar.
What are the different cuisines made at home for iftaar? Zartasha: The cuisine is much more elaborate and fun to have during Iftar…after almost 13-14 hours of fast you crave so many things…I love my home Dahi Wada and boiled yellow dal with green topping and lemon Is patent, other things like bhajiye, Mirchi, chaat and Haleem can’t miss on that and fruit salad with chat masala. What’s your secret to staying motivated and consistent throughout Ramadan, especially when you hit the mid-Ramadan slump? Hamed: Ramadan is the holy month in which you fast pray and ask for forgiveness, feed the poor it gives you the biggest satisfaction of life greet people, do compromises with enemies, and in your fast the duas what you make is accepted that is the motivation, above all charity is done which keeps you motivated too. What is the biggest positive change any particular Ramadan has brought to your life? Tanveer: In these past Ramadans of my life I have learned to be patient, value food cleansing your self from habits which could be anything from smoking to backbiting to hurting anyone and repent on your bad deeds and ask forgiveness, and above all, you get into the habit of praying namaaz and not telling lies. What do you plan on wearing this Eid? Hamed: Pathani or Punjabi suit with a sadri or court is my favorite Eid dress. TULIP - APRIL, 2022 31
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What’s your definition of the purpose of Ramadan? Emaan: Ramadan gives me the opportunity to celebrate faith & togetherness with family over food and prayer.
How is this year’s Ramadan going to be different from that of every year? Ahad: This Ramadan particularly is going to be different because we’re going to get the opportunity to perform Taraweeh, and attend public, family gatherings. Something I look forward to. What changes do you make in Ramadan to your technology usage, social life, and diet? Uzma: I personally go on a social detox, decreased screen time, less socializing, healthier food, and a deeper connection with God. What are the different cuisines made at home for iftaar? Mohd: I prefer Arab, Mexican, American, and lots of Chaat options. Not
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What’s your secret to staying motivated and consistent throughout Ramadan, especially when you hit the midRamadan slump? Ahad: The motivation is to pray and ask for forgiveness for the rest of the 11 months. Ramadan is a gift to the Ummah, a soul-cleansing month. What is the biggest positive change any particular Ramadan has brought to your life? Emaan: Every Ramadan I try to learn specific small deeds and include them in my daily routine. This Ramadan I plan on taking up Hijab - covering the head & dressing modestly. What do you plan on wearing this Eid? Uzma: For Eid, I plan on wearing something colorful, maybe a captivating gharara.
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The Ramadan Calendar
YOUR MUST DO’s THIS FESTIVE SEASON The holy month is here and we couldn’t be any happier! This is the time when you can transform yourself into a better human being and ask for forgiveness from God as it’s said that the prayers of every person who fasts during Ramadan will be answered. Let this month bring out the best in you and help formulate your life and its agenda in a clearer way. TULIP - APRIL, 2022 39
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Ibs Kitchenette Ibs kitchenette is a homegrown Business started by a young, passionate cook and a student, Ibtesam Ummehani. She aims to serve flavorsome food with hygiene, keeping safety measures in mind for the customers. Her dishes are made from scratch using fresh handpicked ingredients that will satisfy your taste buds. The brand's main goal is to deliver the dish fresh to your doorstep, satisfy your taste buds and make you smile. Ibs kitchenette for sure will become your favorite kitchen this Ramadan. You can surprise your loved ones by sending iftaar boxes, iftaar hampers sent to their houses. Their bestsellers include Haleem, Spicy Chicken Samosa, Cheese Samosa, Egg Samosa, Veg Spring Rolls, Chicken Spring rolls, Dahi Bade, and cookies. We have cupcakes, cakes, sheer kurma, and Nawabi Seviyan especially made and delivered on Eid. Get your hands on lips smacking iftaari by ordering via call or through Instagram. Instagram: @ibskitchenette
Bello Italiano
This is a cloud kitchen based in Hyderabad run by a mother and her 2 daughters. Their main aim is selling through Instagram, trying to bring Italian food and Desserts at an affordable price to your doorstep with new introductions coming along almost every month. The menu has a wide variety of options to choose from. This Ramadan they have special introductions also in the form of platters. These platters include both savories and sweets like peri peri hotdogs, cotoletta with sauce, desi quesadilla, cupcakes, fudgy brownies, cookies, etc. You can have customized platters for 1/2/3 or more people according to your personal choice. Instagram: @_belloitaliano_
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Florals and Hues
Florals & Hues believes in catering to the needs of their clients by custom-making products as per their choice. Their best sellers include hand-painted eid outfits according to the client’s desire and taste. Their Ramadan hampers include wall hangings with Islamic affirmations, quotes, and duas. They also have floral painted wall frames, and coasters to match your decor. Floral hand-painted mulmul namaz dupattas are specially curated by them for Ramadan and make lovely gifting options. Apart from all of this, they also curate any kind of decor stuff related to the festive season! Order from florals and hues and send across love and blessings to your loved ones through their carefully curated hampers. Instagram: @floralsandhues
Mirza Sahab Group Quality & excellency must prevail everywhere, especially in one’s food. And that is how the idea of Mirza Sahab was conceived. With more than 30 years of experience in the food and hospitality segment, the Group has expanded rapidly and has its own range of 80+ products including everyday Spices, Whole Spices, Dessert Mixes, Recipe Mixes, and Ghee, Coffee, Saffron all under the brand name Mirza Sahab. The brand makes sure that our products are not only convenient and easy to prepare, but that they also have the essence, authentic taste, and aroma that people all over the world love. This Ramadan, the Mirza Sahab group has come up with unique gift hampers that your loved ones are sure to love! They can be customized as per your choice and taste with a mix of food, dessert, and beverage mixes. Order now and brighten your loved ones’ day! Instagram: @mirzasahabgroup Website: www.mirzasahabgroup. company.site TULIP - APRIL, 2022 41
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Your Dessert Table
Your Dessert Table provides customized homemade cakes and also a complete dessert table solution for any occasion. Chef and owner Ammara have always believed in providing the best quality and making everything from scratch. Their most selling items are Baked Cheesecakes, Red velvet cake, Carrot cake with cream cheese, and Chocolate truffle. They also have a dessert section at Viva Italia Restaurant on road no 10 Banjara hills. Festive giftings or planning for party favors? They have got you covered! This Ramadan they have come up with different hamper ideas. Each hamper is uniquely made and can also be customized as per your budget starting from just Rs 350. Customized Brownies, Desserts Jars, Holy books, Festive Mug, Attar, and Skincare handcrafted soaps are a part of their hampers. Go ahead and order these thoughtful hampers for your friends and family! Instagram- @your.dessert.table
Blossom and Blooms
This is a brand providing luxury fresh floral bouquets and creative hampers designed and customized completely as per clients’ taste palette. Blossom and blooms provide hampers for Birthdays, anniversaries, and all kinds of festivities. This year, they are all geared up for Ramadan Hampers. These are specially curated and customized iftar hampers with fruits, dates, and iftar during the holy month. They also have other hampers including the Quran and janimaz boxes. Not to forget the trending balloon bouquets with fresh flowers, edibles, and the balloon printed with “ Ramadan Mubarak or Eid Mubarak”. Their clientele is from all over the globe as the brand guarantees fresh and premium delivery of the flowers and products. They are completely flexible to customize your order, and also provide home delivery and midnight delivery. This brand makes sure that they make your special day even more special, Memorable and beautiful by not just creating bouquets but emotions. Instagram: @_BlossomandBlooms_ 42 APRIL, 2022 TULIP
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Noorain by Aniqua Khan Founded by the great-granddaughter of Nawab Fazaluddin Khan, S/O Ameer E Paigah Zaheer Yar Jung, Noor’ain by Aniqua Khan is inspired by the splendid Nizami culture of Hyderabad. Much like the city and its unique history, Aniqua Khan’s clothing line is a magnificent amalgamation of old-world regality and grandeur with a touch of modern elegance. Each piece in this brand’s dreamy collection is stunningly crafted to make the wearer look like royalty, straight out of the pages of a fairytale. Taking inspiration from classic Nawabi outfits and recreating them is the designer’s specialty. The perfectly paired charming prints and patterns, graceful silhouettes, and classic embroidery are just a few of the features of Noor’ain that makes it stand out among other brands. This Ramadan, get your Eid outfit custom made at Noor’ain to make heads turn! Instagram: @noorainbyaniquakhan
Attrangi Designs The most important accessory that can make or break your entire look is the jewelry! With the gold prices soaring sky-high, it is practically not feasible for someone to add all real gold and diamond jewelry with every outfit. So here comes Attrangi for your rescue. Handcrafted with semi-precious stones Attrangi’s jewelry is an amalgamation of different and quirky designs. It has a blend of culture and tradition on one hand and modern-day elegance and sophistication on the other. Be it their Almaaz diamond collection, Traditional Rajwada collection, or the delicate Nakherewali collection, Attrangi deals with jewelry of every kind, for everyone! Instagram: @attrangi_ designs TULIP - APRIL, 2022 43
3 Shots with The Foodies | CUISINE
Don't we all love food and our sweet lovable bloggers, who bring us the hottest and most happening food dishes and trends? This April, Tulip decided to round up our very own food bloggers for some rapid shots. Yes 3 shots, we asked our foodies 3 fun and quirky questions. Read to find out about these 3 shots! - By Umera Riyaz 44 APRIL, 2022 TULIP
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Ayesha Sultana Enterprise Sales Manager at RippleHire. Ayesha is from Hyderabad. A full-time foodie and a part-time food critic who loves exploring new cuisines, traveling, dancing, and watching superhero movies. Instagram @whatchucravuing Name a food combination that shouldn’t exist. I had recently seen a video of Momo Icecream and I think the fact that somebody could mix both of these things is nauseating. Besides, I love both of these items, separately of course. Name one dessert that you can’t live without. I cannot live without Apricot Delight from Spicy Venue. It is simply heavenly and I love to relish in it after a lovely south Indian meal. Name an overrated dish. Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day but if there is something which I find overrated across breakfast options then it is Poha. It is a dish that is loved by many but it just doesn't go well with my palette.
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Durgam Ruthwik Kumar Founder of Nom Nom Foodie He is also the founder and baker of Glace Lush Patisserie. and a final-year student at IHM-Hyderabad pursuing a B.Sc in H&H.A. Instagram @nom.nom.foodie Name one drink that is essential in the morning. Wheatgrass juice is an essential beverage in the morning which is a power-packed beverage with an extensive combination of nutrients and vitamins such as iron, calcium, magnesium, 17 amino acids, B complex, and vitamins A, C, E, and K. This also aids in metabolism, digestion, losing weight, cholesterol reduction, and toxins elimination. Name an unpopular weird food combo that you like. Salted Caramel ice cream with potato chips and shaved chocolate is a weird combo but tastes so good. This combination was curated by the Ice Cream King - Benn Ungermann, MasterChef Australia 2017 Runner-up. I had the opportunity to try the combination created by the man himself at Cream Stone in Hyderabad. Tell us your food pet peeve. Stopping your friends from eating their meal, despite everyone being starving, to capture a few eye-appealing food pictures & videos. 46 APRIL, 2022 TULIP
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Sneha Panda Founder and Content Creator at The Glutton Journal Sneha is a food enthusiast who is always up to try something new and appropriate to the original delicacies. Instagram @thegluttonjournal Name a dish that’s a must-try for everyone. I believe that Biryani and Pulaos are a must-try for everyone and I think people will love them as much as I do because I adore spicy food. Name one dish that you absolutely hate. Well, hate is a strong word. Something I don’t like has to be karela as it’s too bitter. It doesn’t right with my taste preference. Name an expensive dish that isn’t worth anyone’s time. Honestly, Street food is served in high-end restaurants. I feel they can’t do justice to the authentic street food taste.
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Mohammed Mazher Yousuf Software Quality Analyst Mazher is a food critic. He enjoys exploring different cuisines and is praised for being quite humorously honest with his reviews. Instagram @10tarr Name a dish that’s a must-try for everyone. One can judge a community by their breakfast. So, whenever I get a chance to host someone from outside Hyderabad, I make sure I treat them to a Hyderabadi breakfast feast. There’s none other than Hotel Nayaab. A place that runs breakfast as early as 4 am. Malai paya and Hari Mirch Bheja fry, are the epitome of dopamine. I believe their food is a must-try! Name one dish that you absolutely hate. How do I answer this without offending my community, so this place serves Persian sandwiches that lack flavor on bread, meat, and egg. Yeah, it’s so basic that the British tried to colonize it. Name an expensive dish that isn’t worth anyone’s time. Definitely sushi and rare steaks. Sometimes the meat is so undercooked, it begins to eat the salad. Sushi is so raw that it’s still finding Nemo. 48 APRIL, 2022 TULIP
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Dr. Samiha Khan Dentist and Food Blogger A dentist by profession and a foodie by choice. She is a big-time dessertarian who loves exploring and capturing the best places in town. Instagram @obsessive.food.disorder Name a dish you’d never share. That one dish I have never shared since my childhood is Maggi. That hot plate of Maggie without sharing it with your siblings and friends is true love and gives so much satisfaction. Name a beverage that should be available at all eateries. Chai has to be that one beverage that all the eateries must have. And we Hyderabadis believe, that Chai is the only solution for all your headaches. Name one dish that should be sent to exile. Sushi should be sent on exile. I don’t like the idea of raw fish. I know not all sushi is raw, but that is a factor for me. I don’t like the smell of the sushi rice or the smell I have tried to eat some of the cooked sushi but the smell of the vinegar and seaweed makes me gag.
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Dimple Wadhwani Entrepreneur Dimple is a rider, who loves to explore local food on her bike. She enjoys street food and loves meeting people and learning about cultures. Instagram @thefoodierider_hyderabad Name a dish you’d never share. Sizzling brownies are the love of my life. I’d never share one even for a million dollars. Name a beverage that should be available at all eateries. Every restaurant should serve mojitos. They are great refreshers and the possibility to create flavors with them is endless. Name one food dish that should be sent to exile. That should be bitter gourd curry any day. That’s it.
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Aayush Puri Food Blogger and Engineering Student Ayush is a passionate food blogger who loves to travel and enjoys cuisines from across the world. He believes being a foodie is so much more than just enjoying stuffing your face with delicious food. He quotes “I eat out of pure greed as I can say that my eyes are bigger than my stomach! Instagram @hyderabad.food.ich Name a food combination that shouldn’t exist. Gulab Jamun Chaat. The chaat has all the ingredients like sev, curd, papdi, red and green chutneys but with gulab jamun. The tradition of weird food experimentation should not be preserved. Name one dessert that you can’t live without. Every time I dig into the softest rasmalai, I can’t help but think of the people I love, of those who share my love for food, and those that I know would be just as delighted as me to savor whatever divine delicacy is on my plate. Which food dish/beverage is overrated? Gold-covered anything is a waste of money and the definition of superfluous excess since it doesn’t add flavor and wastes the gold.
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Who let the sun out? Make way for the sun! Beauty hacks for knocking over the heat
The sun’s out and so are our sunscreens, hats and scarves to stay protected from its rays. Summers bring along the fear of getting tanned, building up of all that melanin and of course the dreaded sunburns. Our makeup too, hardly survives the charring heat of Hyderabad during summers and all we crave is to stay indoors with the air conditioners swaying it’s cold breeze over us. We might not be able to stop the rays from reaching you, but what we can do is save you from them affecting your healthy supple skin and makeup products. Here we’ve brought to you the best beauty hacks for this summer from the top makeup artists of our city, helping you solve all your worries of the heat. Thank us later!
Fakhia Arif
Instagram: fakhiarif Question: How to keep your skin moist and hydrated in summers? “To keep your skin moist & hydrated the following things should be considered: 1. Spf 30! Sun block is a must in the summer heat & anything with spf 30 blocks 97% of the UVB rays. 2. Kielhs ultra facial cream. No matter how oily you get, never skip your moisturizer. 3. MAC cosmetics Fix+ or Dickinson’s hydrating facial mist.”
Saniya Khan
Instagram: makeupbysaniyakhan Question: How to make your makeup last longer? “Prepping your skin before makeup application is the most essential step to make it last longer! Start off by using a toner to help get rid of excess oils and balance the pH in the skin. Use a water based moisturizer to hydrate with and an oil-free pore minimizing primer! This gives the skin a smooth finish and helps makeup stay put. Use an oil-free foundation and then cream based products on the face and set them with a matching powder. Instead of buffing in the powders in circular motion, stipple them onto the face to lock the products in place. Use LOADS of setting spray! Lastly, always carry a compact to dab on areas that appear shiny”. 52 APRIL, 2022 TULIP
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Instagram: sandysartistry Question: How to avoid getting tanned? “Skin care routine is necessary to avoid getting tanned. One should only apply sunscreen post the skin regiment- Cleanser, moisturizer and sunscreen. There are also many BB & CC creams and even foundations which have SPF added in their composition and can be used for dual benefit without the hassle of applying two different products”.
Aliya Al Mahmoud
Instagram: makeupbyaliyaalmahmoud Question- DIY facemasks for surviving summers “A face pack made with gram flour, curd, tomato juice and turmeric gives an instant glow for people with oily skin. For those with a dry skin type, a tablespoon of raw milk mixed with gram flour and a teaspoon of ghee can be applied at night for 15 mins before washing it off with lukewarm water. This decelerates the appearance of wrinkles and at the same time hydrates and gives the dry skin it’s much needed glow and moisture during summers.” 36 MAY, 2020 TULIP
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Nadia Khatoon
Instagram: bridesbynadia Question: How to treat tan lines and sunburns? Answer: “A shower scrub requires you to slough off the top layer of your skin to start the fading process! (If your skin is burned, please wait a few days or it won’t be pleasant). Lemon is a natural exfoliant, which is also gentle as it does not require any harsh scrubbing! You need to dilute the lemon juice in honey so it doesn’t burn. Leave this on for 25 mins and rinse. Potato slices work like magic too. If you have a red burn line rather than a tan line, then you can cut a potato into thin slices and place it on the affected areas! Let sit for 15 mins and then remove!”
Aliya
Instagram: makeoversbyaliya Question: The perfect makeup for summers? “Keeping your makeup light is the key. Use a concealer instead of foundation, choose cheek stain over powdered blush, wear lip stains instead of thick, creamy lipsticks, use bronzer for a sun-kissed look and opt for matte products over shimmers. Keep blotting papers handy to use them instead of more powder.” 54 APRIL, 2022 TULIP
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PAINT YOUR PRETTY HOME WITH PASTELS!
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What is your color? Idea if you haven’t any, don’t worry, there are colours so many! Let’s design a dream home in pastel colors like grey, baby pink, lavender, smoke, lilac, baby blue, pea, lemon, peach, apricot, mint, sea green, etc.
BATHROOM - Golden is acting as an accent in a white-painted bathroom. The plant is an add-on, it gives a very simple and classy look while designing a pastel home. A white frame, white drawers, and white windows, everything compliments each other and brings out the element of beauty.
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- The grey drawer complements the floral wallpaper. The white showpieces and the pen stand, stand out and go together with the white bed covers. This is a perfect bedroom design in pastels with a photo frame that enhances all the colors. - Another is a pastel Grey pot with flowers and a teapot with a teacup to decorate the bedroom. It’s lovely how the monochromatic grey colors go together with the white furniture - The baby pink and monochromatic grey-colored pillows go together with a pastel-colored wall in white, pink, or grey.
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- Plain white Crockery is a must-have in any kitchen. - Cups and Cup saucer sets in baby pink, baby blue, and sea green are suggested to be used while decorating a pastel kitchen.
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- Shades of grey make a perfect interior look for a hall with plain grey sofas and curtains. With bean bags in white and cream, and a table in white decorated with pastel-colored shoe pieces. - Sofa chair in pastel browns and a table in baby pink to complement it, with a pastel-painted frame in the background to give a comfortable and the most elegant look.
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- The Chairs in Mint, Sea green, and pastel Grey are a few colors suggested in the dining area, to give a calm and peaceful vibe. These colors make one feel fresh in the morning while acting as a stress-free environment at night. - A flower vase in the middle of the dining table in the dining area will give a soothing vibe. The baby pink, lilac, smoke, and lavender flowers complement the dining room if you paint the walls in any of these pastel colors. TULIP - APRIL, 2022 57
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Alia Bhatt’s house is a cosy mixture of a New York loft and boho style. It has various textures around the house that complement each other.
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King khan house is all about the glam and glitz. It was designed by Gauri Khan. The house screams old money and glamour.
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The actor has created the space very thoughtfully. He has made sure that not only he but also his kids can enjoy the house.
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Keeping his humble nature in mind, Gauri Khan has designed this house according to his taste. It’s warm and cosy to welcome guests. 62 APRIL, 2022 TULIP
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Being an actor with two kids, Allu Arjun has made his house a mix of greenery and marble. This gives a radiant and brighter look to all his rooms. TULIP - APRIL, 2022 63
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It’s your traditional home with a hint of old British architecture. With warm wooden panels in the living area.
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Pooja Hegde’s home is a box of vibrant colours. It’s very poppy and fun.
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It's time to suit up, Men!
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It’s summertime, which means weddings and business conferences. It’s important to keep your wardrobe up to date to make a statement and stay relevant. We have listed the suits available in the market and the upcoming trends of 2022 with the help of some amazing fashion stylists from Hyderabad.
Single Breasted Suit A single-breasted suit refers to a blazer that has one row of buttons and a narrow overlap of fabric. This style is a bit more relaxed and casual when compared to other styles. It creates an illusion of a taller and slimmer look. It is very grand, great for weddings and family dinners. - By Umera Riyaz TULIP - APRIL, 2022 67
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Unstructured Suit This style is very casual and relaxed. The best part about an unstructured blazer is that with the right color coordination you can pair it with almost every event item in your wardrobe. You can pair it with a solid color t-shirt and jeans. It’s the perfect outfit for a day out on the yacht with the boys.
Double Breasted Suit A double-breasted suit refers to a blazer that has between three to four buttons on either side of the jacket. This style is very formal and sophisticated. This style is ideal for slim men as it creates a wide chest appearance. It is very elegant and works great for business and semi-formal events.
Full Canvas Full canvas is always the best quality and higher-priced suit in the market. The main feature of a full canvas suit is that it allows the fabric to sit perfectly. Although it’s pricey it’s the most comfortable and flexible design in the market. 68 APRIL, 2022 TULIP
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Half Canvas This looks more on the affordable side of the suits range. The half-canvas style features a sewn in canvas piece in the chest and lapel of the jacket and is fused down the bottom. Which makes this style much more breathable and comfortable. It’s best for younger adults who are still new to suits.
Kamal Dalal Artist and founder of the label, KAMAL DALAL. He is a graduate of NIFT Chennai. He specializes in surface techniques and has worked for prestigious French and Italian fashion houses. Kamal has also handled the creative team for The Ruskin Bond Collection. Styling and painting are among his core passions, he continues to accept commissioned art and freelance styling projects. He aims to create meaningful and intentional designs that go with wearable art which are meant to last from season to season. Instagram: @kamaldalal00
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2022 is all about experimenting with colors. To stand out, one can go for experimental shades such as - green, cadmium yellow, island green, and ice water. These can be paired as tone-on-tone or color blocking. If you're up for some change then go floral. Floral prints are in trend for men at the moment. Though these suits need to be styled differently to be worn again, the pants can be paired with plain classic shirts for further use. For accessorizing your suit I suggest a pair of Chelsea boots for events and important occasions. One can also try combining shirts with crazy psychedelic prints with plain suits to give a quirky effect.
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Celebrity stylist, jewelry, and fashion designer He is the creative director of flirt diamond, a jewelry brand and flirt fits, styling, and designing brand. Instagram: @flirt_fits and @flirtdiamond
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I feel men’s fashion is not explored much in India. A great suit in my vision is a well-tailored slim-fit suit that has a narrow chest and waist style that gives a natural contour to the body. The pants style should be ankle fit so that it gives a straight look and increases the height. I prefer monochrome in light pastel colors, like a cinnamon pink shirt with beige trousers with a tan sleek belt and loafers. Light green top with a solid color trouser like dark blue. Always accessorize I generally believe less is more but it has to be the right amount and cufflinks buttons are the best. Even the classic matching belt and footwear will do the trick for an effortless look.
Fashion Stylist and Student Trisha Gharai is a Passionate Fashion Enthusiast with a sky-rocketing ambition. She is currently pursuing her 3rd Year in Fashion Communication at NIFT Mumbai. Instagram: @trishagharai
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The key to formal wear is to know the difference between good and bad fabrics. Incorporating suitable fabrics and the correct prints can totally transform your wardrobe. To achieve a classy formal look, opt for light and monotonous colors. To play around with the look, you can always throw an overcoat with a similar tone or even experiment with the underlying textures and tones. Flannels, Plaids, and pinstripes are the safest picks, make sure to pair them with neutral Chelsea boots and you are good to go. Avoid slim fits, avoid opting for harsh colors that could completely break the look; stick to neutrals. While shopping, remember to pick soft fabrics that are breathable and make sure that your Overall silhouette looks good.
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Pahalgam, The Paradise of Kashmir
They say Kashmir is heaven on earth, and everyone who has been there even once will agree to it. It is a place that touches your soul with an abundance of natural beauty, the warmth of its people, and excites your taste buds like nowhere. While Kashmir has a lot to explore, Its Pahalgam has our heart, the town located at the quieter end of the valley is where even a week isn’t enough. There is so much to do, so much to explore, it’s even a perfect destination for people who like to just enjoy a stay at a quiet property existing amidst nature, devoid of any distractions. By Satpreet Kaur TULIP - APRIL, 2022 71
| TRAVEL Where to stay: The Chinar Resort and Spa
nestled in the Himalayas is the ideal blend of luxurious modernity and spectacular views. Designed to redefine traditional concepts of lavish, here, guests can pamper themselves with magnificent mountain views and bespoke hospitality. Located at an approximate distance of 91 km from Srinagar Airport the views of Batakoot mountains beyond the large picture windows will bring you another inch closer to nature. Overlooking the splendid river Lidder with a panoramic view of the Himalayas, The Chinar resort, and the Spa in Pahalgam, Kashmir offers a unique and pleasant experience. Pristine, serene, and calm surroundings make The Chinar Resort a perfect place to experience the bliss and tranquility of Kashmir. The plush and elegant Pahalgam resort has been tastefully crafted with modern architecture, interiors, and excellent hospitality. Amenities such as television, a desk, minibar, and en-suite bathroom are available within all the rooms in this accommodation. Round-the-clock security, power backup facility, and travel assistance are offered at The Chinar. This Pahalgam hotel features a restaurant, elevator, luggage storage, business center, and parking space within the premises. Places worth visiting are Aru Valley (20 km), Betaab Valley (15 km). Srinagar Airport is (91 km) and Srinagar Railway Station (82 km) is from the hotel.
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TRAVEL | Room: Mountain view
The classy and elegant suites provide a mesmerizing view of the Kashmiri Mountains. The beauty of captivating valleys and picturesque mountains while rejuvenating in their suite is calming. The Suite is spacious and comes attached with a seating area and a balcony that gives you a picturesque view for as long as your eyes can go. Equipped with all modern amenities and heated up for winter the suite is great for families, friends, or even couples
Dinning:
Enjoy all-day dining, romantic dinners, family gatherings, or host exclusive dinners and corporate events during your blissful stay at The Chinar Resort and Spa in Pahalgam, Kashmir. Exquisitely decorated and refreshed with walnut orchard views, our restaurants in Pahalgam offer a unique ambiance, unparalleled cuisine, and matchless service. The Rivendell Restaurant which means “a dwelling in the foothills” offers both buffet and Alacarte. Cafe Platanus on other hand is a perfect venue to enjoy casual conversations along with beverages and refreshments. Apart from these, you can also enjoy room service in your room, a breakfast n balcony overlooking the view is highly recommended.
Experiences:
Visitors can take up various activities like hiking, trekking, and fishing during their visit to Pahalgam, Kashmir. Devotees of Lord Shiva can plan a pilgrimage to the holy shrine of Amaranth, with Pahalgam being its starting point. Travelers can enjoy the scenic beauty of Liddar valley, snowcapped mountains, and crystal blue rivers that flow in and around Pahalgam. Stay at The Chinar Resort and Spa to experience raw nature, thrilling adventure, and calm wilderness. Check them out: www.thechinar.com
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One Film director to another! Director Sukumar, who just had a huge success with ‘Pushpa,’ sent his best wishes to S.S. Rajamouli, expressing his admiration for the amazing ‘RRR.’ Sukumar pens as an emotional tribute in the shape of a Telugu poetry as he lifts the ‘Magadheera’ director to the sky. “Even though we are just next to you, we must rush to get to you. Despite the fact that we are in the sky, we must lift our heads to gaze at you “, the director of ‘Pushpa’ wrote. “The only difference between you and us, Rajamouli, is that you can produce a film like this, while we can only watch it,” Sukumar said.
Ram Charan calls RRR an amazing birthday present! The film, which stars Jr NTR and Ram Charan in prominent parts, grossed Rs 223 crore on its first day of release on Friday. On its first day in India, the film grossed Rs 156 crore. ‘RRR,’ a fictitious take on the younger days of legendary freedom warriors Komaram Bheem and Alluri Seetharama Raju, represented by Jr NTR and Ram Charan, is set in pre-independence India. Samuthirakani, Olivia Morris, Alison Doody, and Ray Stevenson are also featured in the film.
With a $30 million opening weekend, ‘The Lost City’ is set to take the box office crown.
According to ‘Variety,’ the adventure romance comedy ‘The Lost City,’ starring Sandra Bullock, Channing Tatum, Daniel Radcliffe, and Brad Pitt, appears ready to overtake the Robert Pattinson-starrer superhero film ‘The Batman,’ with a projected $30 million opening weekend. According to ‘Variety,’ the picture earned $11.5 million on its first day from 4,253 theatres, after generating $2.5 million in Thursday previews. It’s an especially amazing start for the picture, given that this genre hasn’t had the finest track record in terms of attracting people in recent years.
Janhvi Kapoor wears a red and black ensemble.
Janhvi wore an elaborate sequin gown with tones of crimson, black, and purple in the photos, and she was a stunning sight to behold. Her entire appearance was linked together with subtle makeup, well-defined eyes, and red-tinted lip color. The actress posed elegantly, striking the right blend between comfort and flair. 74 APRIL, 2022 TULIP
‘Maharshi,’ a film by Mahesh Babu, was played at the India Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. It was previously reported that the makers of Pawan Kalyan and Rana Daggubati’s Bheemla Nayak were planning a prerelease event in Hyderabad today, as well as announcing the release of the trailer. However, the ceremony has been postponed due to the unexpected death of Andhra Pradesh Minister Mekapati Goutham Reddy this morning. As the release date approaches, a new date will be revealed soon. KTR and Talasani Srinivas Yadav, both Telangana ministers, have been invited as special guests to the occasion!
ENTERTAINMENT |
Nargis Fakhri expresses the importance of mental health.
Nargis noted in a recent chat, “I eventually realized I was overworked and worried. My family and friends were missing me. 2016-2017 was a moment of self-discovery for me. I didn’t feel like I was doing things that made me happy. I finished two videos back-to-back and realized there was simply too much going on, so I had to quit. I needed to take a breather to re-center my thoughts and body. That’s when I took the first step.”
Pete Davidson’s tattoo ‘MY GIRL IS A LAWYER’ is revealed by Kim Kardashian. Pete’s skin is inscribed with the message “MY GIRL IS A LAWYER.” Kim stated on ‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’ earlier this month that Pete already “had a couple of tattoos” devoted to her, with the one honoring her legal ambitions being her favorite.
Lin-Manuel Miranda has announced that he would not be attending the Oscars event.
Oscar-nominated composer Lin-Manuel Miranda will not attend the forthcoming Academy Awards ceremony at the Dolby Theater. Miranda announced his decision on Twitter, saying he will not be going “out of prudence” after discovering that his wife, Vanessa Nadal, tested positive for COVID-19.
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BOOKS Life Is What You Make It
“Life is what you make it” is based on a love story set in India around the 1990s. Readers have characterized it as a book about how love, hope, and tenacity can work together to overcome even fate. Ankita’s challenges, tenacity, decisions, and trust in herself are central to the plot. The book elegantly tells how she learns about her bipolar disease, how she resolves to assist herself, and how she overcomes these challenges on her own. The book’s title does a good job of describing the fundamental topic, but Preeti’s delivery of the message through an engaging tale is great.
Wake Up, Life is Calling
“Wake Up, Life is Calling” is the follow-up to Preeti Shenoy’s national blockbuster “Life is What You Make It.” You Make Your Own Life. It documents the human mind’s resiliency as well as the enormous power of positive thought. With gentle wisdom, the captivating story reveals how altering our attitudes can transform our lives. Ankita, the story’s protagonist, overcomes her difficult history and begins to live a regular life. She even enrolls in a writing program at a college. Ankita isn’t aware that turmoil is quietly seeping back into her life now that everything is fitting into place. Will Ankita succeed in defying the odds this time?
Love a Little Stronger
Life is made up of moments, some remarkable and others not so much. Even though we have no clue at the moment that what we are witnessing may be wonderful, something that we will speak about and laugh about for years, it is often the little things that provide the most delight. This book is sure to strike a chord with anybody who has children or has been a child. It is packed with her funny anecdotes, profound observations, and a writing style beloved by millions across the world.
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TAROT | Aries
Taurus
You are set to grow financially stronger. Even moderate exercises promise to keep you fit. You are likely to initiate something on the professional front that will prove beneficial in the long run. Family life brings immense joy. There may be some relief for those touring excessively of late.
Chances of making it to the next grade look favourable for the salaried. You may start a new exercise routine with total fitness in mind. Your feelings may be hurt by someone’s refusal to extend you a loan. You can take a break from your hectic work schedule to be with the family.
Cancer
Leo
A contract that you are after will be yours, if you play your cards well. Efforts on the fitness front will bear positive results. More than expected expenditure threatens to get you in the red. This is a good time to settle a family matter, even if it entails travelling. Good showing is maintained on the academic front.
Libra You will be able to put your best foot forward before higher ups at work. Exercise promises to keep you in good health. Financial situation gets strengthened as money flows in. You may not be in speaking terms with someone in the family or in your friends’ circle.
Capricorn Luck favours you on the financial front as you come across big money. Some of you are likely to feel much fitter than before. Some anxious moments on the professional front may unsettle you. A ceremony or celebration at home can keep you in an excited state of mind. Some of you may be on the verge of buying a property.
This is a good day to project a request to a senior on the professional front. All health worries simply vanish as you make a firm resolve to remain fit. Returns from a previous investment are likely to show improvement. Family will be loving and caring, and cater to your needs.
Scorpio Past investments will make you feel financially secure. Your health will remain perfect, so there is no need to worry needlessly on this score. Disinterest will be apparent in a task assigned to you on the professional front. Misunderstandings cropping up on the domestic front will be resolved.
Gemini You will manage to control your urge for bingeing and eat right. You will be able to raise funds for something important. Your efficiency is likely to be praised at work by those who matter. Home will be a happy place to be in as love and affection is exchanged amongst the family.
Virgo You remain in a happy situation on the financial front. Progress on the work front will remain satisfactory. Those getting out of shape will find time to resume their workouts. Family may not have time for you. Planning a trip with family and friends is possible. Positive developments are foreseen on the property front.
Sagittarius Previous investments promise to bring in good returns. You are likely to be way ahead of others on the professional front. A health problem will be effectively tackled by home remedy. Meeting folks on leave is likely for those separated from family. Stars for travel look bright and your programme for a journey will go as per plans.
Aquarius Buying something big is on the cards as you manage your finances well. You can be nominated to an important post in your official capacity. Health remains good through your own efforts. This is an excellent time to plan a family outing. Travelling with friends will be fun today. Success is yours for the asking on the academic front.
Pisces A satisfying day is foreseen for professionals. You will feel much energetic and active today. Improvement in financial situation is foreseen. Homemakers can involve themselves in improving the home environment. Those travelling abroad will find the journey comfortable.
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BOOK STORES& Himalaya Book World ,Rd. No.1 Banjara Hills 5598 2335
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JEWELLERS
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Above Elahe, Rd No.10, Banjara Hills, Tel : 67114636
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Vertigo - The High Life
Punjagutta, Tel : 23400231
,Road No.12, Banjara Hills 3599 6599 040
Core Fitness Station ,Road No. 37, Jubilee Hills 1999 6559 040
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Krishna Pearls & Jewellers Inorbit Mall, Madhapur 19163 098490
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Apollo Hospitals ,Rd. No. 10, Jubilee Hills Tel : 23553323, 23608050
Mor Jewellers
Oxford Book Store
Care Hospitals
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COFFEE SHOPS Cuppa Nagarjuna Hills ,70 4014 4019 040
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Rainbow Childrens Hospitals ,Rd. No. 10, Banjara Hills .Tel : 23319064, 23319062
Yashoda Hospital Somajiguda, Tel : 67779000
Sunshine Hospitals Secunderabad, 040 4455 0000
The Birthplace Road No. 2, Banjara Hills 9999 6713 040
HOTELS ITC - Kakatiya
R K Plaza, Panjagutta 5786 2340 040
MOBILES) Big C Hitech City, Madhapur 31888 099668
Mega Mobile A/2, Shop No.2,/#10-4-41 Golconda Apartment, S.D. Hospital Road, Castle Hills 79046 091778
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Begumpet, Tel : 23400132
IMAX Prasadz
Marriot
Tel : 23448989 / 39895050
Tank Bund,Tel : 66522999
Novotel
,Near NTR Gardens
INOX
Shamshabad - Tel : 66250000 Hitech City - Tel : 66824422
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Ground Floor, ,6-3-1110 Amrutha Mall, Raj Bhavan Road, Somajiguda 5910 2341 040
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel
PVR Cinemas
The Lounge-Cafe Coffee Day
,Hitech City - Madhapur Tel : 67676767 / 67676828
Minerva Coffee Shop
Banjara Road, Banjara Hills, Lane After City, OppTaj Krishna 61065 093946
SkyPark Cafe B/B1, Owners Pride,/8-2-68/1 5th Floor, # 12, Road, GS Nagar, Nandi Nagar 5510 6456 040
Starbucks Coffee Road No. 92, Near Apollo
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Musaddilal Jewellers
Film Nagar, Jubilee Hills 64545 073067
Somajiguda Circle, Begumpet 5000 4050 040
Renault Hyderabad
Elahe
F45 Training
Landmark
Near Reliance Digital, Rd. No. 12, Banjara Hills. Tel : 67118135
PUBS
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TOT Nightclub
Patny Center, Secunderabad 9989222916
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Reddy House Mla Colony, Jubilee Hills, 040 6461 8100
,Road No.1, Banjara Hills
,Basheer Bagh, Tel : 23211083
Himayatnagar, 090000 26767
Opp Barclays Bank, Road No 12, Banjara Hills. Tel:23324545
Dr Dog Care
Tel : 23552360
Walden
Audi
Jade Blue
Mangatrai
Gold’s Gym
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Cheque in favour of Bilgrami Media Publication
,Rd. No. 36, Jubilee Hills
Inorbit Mall, 040 4460 9521 Shop No. 6-3-871, Greenlands Road, Begumpet, 040 2341 3434
Price : 7,000/- for one year
Road No.6, Banjara Hills Tel : 040 67331133
Westin
INTERIOR Home Centre Somajiguda, 040 4031 1111
.Elvy Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd Road No. 12, Banjara Hills 69999403 040
Punjagutta X Road Tel : 66621115 / 66621116
PET CARE Blue Cross Animal Shelter Neeru’s Emporio on Road No.36 Jubilee Hills, 040 3298 9858
Olive’s Pet Clinic ,DC Classifieds, Basheerbagh 25960 095507
Petcetera Home Stays International School, Tapovan Park, Manikonda, 098857 27269
J RESORTS Alankrita Thumkunta Village, Shameerpet Tel : 27709106 / 27709104
Palm Exotica Boutique Resort & Spa ,Parveda Village, Shankarpally Tel : 42020222 / 42020444
Lahari Bhanoor, Near Patancheru Tel:23492350
Leonia
Tel : 23350130 ,Road. No.1, Banjara Hills 66620390 040 .Begumpet, Tel : 40112222
Neerus Banjara Hills : 66756666 King Koti, Tel : 66665588
Origins Begumpet, Tel : 66629917 / 16
BIBA Punjagutta, 040 6678 2244
Westside ,Somajiguda Circle 0421 2340 040
CMR Shopping Mall Patny Center, Secunderabad 9989222916
SALONS" Paris de salon
,Rd. No. 1, Banjara Hills Tel : 66465678, 23350744
Main Road, MLA Colony, Banjara Hills, Tel : 67120183
Golconda resorts and spa
Naturals Unisex Salon & Spa
,Osman Sagar Lake 6969 3069 040
RESTAURANTS Affair Plot No 115, Road 10, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad Tel : 9249899999
Little Italy ,Road. No. 92, Jubilee Hills Tel : 23558001 / 02
Glocal Junction Road No. 1,Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad 33165688 040
Chime
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Manea Madhapur, 040 6453 2323
Lakme Salon Madhapur, 040 4021 2003
Mirrors Road No.1, Jubilee HIlls 4236 2354 040
SPAS Opium Spa’s ,Road No. 36, Jubilee Hills 0269 6589 040
Park Hyatt-Spa
,Nanakramguda, Gachibowli 49251142 040
,Road No. 2, Banjara Hills 1234 4949 040
China Bistro
Aura Spa
,Road No.1, Jubilee Hills 0999 6516 040
Road No.12, Banjara Hills 0226 6550 040
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,Road No.1, Jubilee Hills 8681 6888 040
Tel : 9959010088
Aamantran Hotel & Banquets ,Road No.12, Banjara Hills RTC X Roads. 7997993375
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