Wtzup chennai april 2015

HAPPENINGS Shopping FOOD OFFERS & MORE in chennai “Chennai is just so amazing.

Everybody feels like they are at home here�

The trendy city magazine now available in Chennai

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Issue 1 Volume 1 April 2015

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its bang on

the city at your fingertips

discover the crunch and flavor at bangs

discover chennai with the wtzup mobile app

a double dose of dd Does DD drink coffee? a wtzup exclusive with popular video jockey Dhivyadharshini on the other side of the couch.

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Moulded Perfection 足 ceramic art 10.30am to 6pm Gallery Veda, Nungambakkam 044 43090422, 9840757899

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Ponniyin Selvan - theater

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The Joke Brew- standup 6pm onwards The Brew Room, Mylapore 044 28114700

ZAK Jewels Expo Vivanta Taj Connemara 044 4295 9595, 044 6600 0000

7pm Narada Gana Sabha Trust, Alwarpet 044 24993201, 24990850

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Crepe Fest 11.30am to 5pm Spoonbill, Alwarpet 044 42064442

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Chennai Jackfruit Festival

11.30am onwards Chennai Trade Center, Ramapuram 044 65480175, 9840463592

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Jadugar Karan Magic Show

7pm Vani Mahal, Thyagaraya Nagar 044 28152166, 9840303403

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Kids Theater Workshop

Gunpowder Nights 8pm onwards Pasha, The Park 044 42144100, 9840568310

9.30am onwards Russian Center for Science and Culture, Alwarpet 044 24998060

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Women Only Wednesdays Forum Vijaya launched Women Only Wednesdays which will give great offers,fun workshops, instant makeovers, fashion show, style tips, and up to 50% off at most of the brands at the mall. The event elaborately featured the collections of Kalanikethan and Max in two sequences. Accessories were by Kalanikethan and Ayesha, while hair and makeup was

by Limelite. Leading models were choreographed

by Prajanya Anand. All through the day, lucky ladies were presented with gift vouchers.

Venue: Forum Vijaya Mall

MISAI 2015 MISAI, an annual intercollegiate cultural fest held by St. Thomas College of Arts and Science, saw the active participation of 35 colleges from the city. Inaugurated by CEO of MID designers and builders Mr. Rajesh and renowned writer Ajayan Bala, MISAI was won by Ethiraj College for Women.

Venue: St. Thomas College

Barakah & Anams Man Spring Summer 2015 In a scintillating fashion show , Anams Man and Barakah saw a glitzy evening with the glitterati of Chennai. The astounding Neha Dhupia and Prachi Desai were the showstoppers along with actor Jayam Ravi from the south. Anams Man and Barakah can be found in several Multi brand stores across India.With fine fabrics from Italy, and the best Giza cotton, Anams Man showcases a range of unique line of men’s apparel. With the stupendous success of ANAMS MAN, they have introduced Barakah in India, a brand of men’s wear that would appeal to a wider range of style conscious people.

Venue: ITC Grand CHola

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Buen Gusto!

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he only stand alone Spanish Tapas Bar in the region, Zara has become a part of the Chennai landscape as a popular watering hole. Great food, delicious drinks and live music at the restaurant is enjoyed by youngsters and families alike. The seafood and starters are very popular, are as their cocktails. Weekends are sold out at Zara, so you may want to make your reservations well in advance. Salud!

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nspired by Roald Dahl’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” founder, Fred Mouawad, dreamt of creating a brand that would provide the ultimate indulgence around the creamiest ice cream on earth. Cream and Fudge lets you pick the flavors, which you can then combine with their delicious toppings.

They proceed to mix them up on a cold marble stone, which is indeed a sight. Explore a range of flavors, waffle bowls, cones and recipes.

Bacon wrapped Prawns

71, Cathedral road, Gopalapuram.

044 28111462 12:30pm –11:45 pm

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ainland China is another fixture in the Chennai landscape. The Nungambakkam branch enjoys a central location and a faithful patronage. The buffets at the restaurant are quite popular and they are open for lunch and dinner. The interiors are tastefully done with lighting that is dim enough to complement the food and bright enough to see your mates. They make quite a deal of birthdays here. Oh and enjoy free wifi!

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Zara the Tapas Bar and Restaurant

Oriental Oomph

Cream & Fudge Opp. Nilgiris Super Market, Besant Nagar.

044 4354 6255 11:00 am – 11:00 pm

Mocha Fudge Temptation Cost per head:

` 150

Mainland China Sterling Road, Nungambakkam.

044 ­3915 5256, 12.30pm to 3.30pm, 7.30 pm to 11 pm

Crackling Spinach, Salt and Pepper Prawns Cost per head:

` 650

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Bombay halwa house Ph: 044 28364672

Kabul Ph: 044 28110553

Starbucks Ph: 08939873622

Cream Centre Ph: 044 49188477

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It’s Bang On Taste, flavor, and crunch: it’s all bang on at Bangs.

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e love food. Moreover, we love fried chicken at its crispiest crunchiest best. So what makes Bangs Chicken different?

Flavored with the choicest of Indian spices and catering to the regional palette, Bangs claims to be not just any other fast food but the fast food for us.

The brainchild of IT graduate and entrepreneur, Asvin Simon, Bangs has been creating quite the ‘bang’ in the state. The franchise was born out of Asvin’s love for...quite obviously, food! The chain kick started from a small outlet at Manickam Road and has grown to even include an outlet in Qatar and Dubai. Talk about this Chicken Little making it big. The story behind its success is no complicated theorem – just fresh, simple, affordable and local.

Bangs at OMR follows the brand motto of keeping it simple. The outlets are modeled on the same. The brand colors of blue and yellow add some pep to the neutral wood paneled interiors. The full front glass facade gives

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you a view into and from the street. Bangs is a place for a quick meal with friends, family or colleagues. Avail not just the fried chicken but also burgers, wraps, sandwiches, and more.

The Big Bad Boy burger comes recommended from the man himself. Add on from their list of salads to balance your meal. Wind it up on a sweet note with cool blends and selected desserts. Their combo and BOGO (buy one get one) free offers are tailored to give you more for less.

Bangs has been featured in the top 100 brands in India by Franchise India Corp. An ever growing chain, they have a presence in over ten states. Fast food might have taken root in America, but it has definitely found a home in our country. As the first organized India based international brand, Asvin is optimistic about Bangs future. Here is another reason to save them on speed dial, as your IPL season 8 is about to get tastier. As the players line up on April 8th to kickstart India’s most watched sports series, avail great offers from Bangs.

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Magical Mykonos A perfect getaway for sun, sand and surf.

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he mystical island of Mykonos lies in the South Aegian sea and is part of the Greek Cyclades. Enjoying sunshine upto 300 days a year, the island is ideal for the sun-lover. With pristine beaches to boast of and hordes of premium eateries, Mykonos caters to the party goers and the peace seekers alike. An island where elegance meets simplicity, the town sees celebrities like Maria Menounos and Christopher Lambert.

By Air Mykonos has an airport that facilitates domestic flights from Athens (Eleftherios Venizelos ATH) and direct International flights from the UK.

By Water Mykonos is a ferry ride from Piraeus and Rafine (Athens’s two ports). Depending on the type of ferry it can take anything between 2 to 5 hours.

The town is a known stop for cruise ships touring the Greek Islands. There are two ports. If you are docking at the new port, take the cruise shuttle bus to town or a taxi. If you arrive at the old port, the town is within walking distance.

Timing Spring and fall are the best times to visit Mykonos if a summer bustling with tourists is not for you.

Things to do Mykonos has everything a Greek island has to offer and more. So get your free town map from the various shops along with plenty of sunscreen and explore. Cars are not permitted within the town but everything is easily accessible. A public parking lot has been provided on the outskirts.

Beaches Miles of golden sandy beaches surround the island of Mykonos. The southern beaches are more crowded but with the best sand and views. The north coast is less developed but still as pretty.

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Some prominent beaches are Paradise and Super paradise beaches known for their parties and Ornos and Psarou for families. The beaches are surrounded by cafés and other amenities which make for the best beach life.

History & architecture Mykonos is the perfect place for a history or architecture buff. There are churches, castles and museums. The town is famous for the Kato Mili or windmills built in the 16th century. The island of

Mykonos takes its name from ‘Mykonos’, Apollo’s grandson from Greek mythology.

Also known as the Capri of Greece due to its beaches The town is also known as Chora which means ‘the town’ in Greek The mascot of the island is Petros the pelican The large rocks on the island are believed to be the petrified corpses of the giants slain by Hercules.

Delos, the birth place of Apollo and Artemis, has many archaeological sites and places of historic interest. Little Venice is an 18th century village which is the most romantic spot in the town to watch the sunset.

Water sports “The Island of the wind” attracts many sport enthusiasts from around the world. So try your hand at surfing, jet skiing, diving, yachting or sea parachuting.

Food Various restaurants around the town serve delicious Greek cuisine including Kopanisti,mezes and louzes. Choose from your pick of chic to arty restaurants. Mykonos has a very vibrant night life.

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Edgy,Aggressive and full of attitude!

with a clear focus on workouts and goal setting.

The Gym floor boasts a complete range of component equipment for full circuits, a large free weights section, cardio section and even a power cage for the hardcore lifters. Slam has a unique pre­designed program menu with workouts named after Super humans. Members

Sports, Liberation, Aesthetics, Muscles, and more at SLAM.

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his is where your life changes. At Slam, your workout programs are a class apart. The first of its kind, Slam integrates combat fitness with HIIT modules, hardcore powerlifting and grueling body transformation boot camps. Yoga, combat or bodybuilding! Name it and they’ll game it.

Slam brings to Chennai, the neighbourhood gym concept with a twist! They come with the promise of a clean, professional, fully equipped gym and studio space supported by great trainers and their superb pre­designed workout programs. Their group fitness classes range from dance based fitness to combat boot camp.

To top it off, all this comes at a very affordable price.

Slam Studios is the brainchild of serial

entrepreneur Sam Paul. A fitness enthusiast himself Sam wanted a no n ­onsense, results driven fitness club with a focus on great trainers and programs. The focus is on neighborhood gyms that provide a full range of quality services and result driven programs at a great price. The general feel and branding are a reflection of Sam’s own personality and his love of comic book characters and super humans.

The fitness mantra of Slam is to keep their programs as simple, timeless and results based.

All their programs overlap at some level and are completely scalable from a beginner to competitor level. Their coaches are trained in strength, bodybuilding and functional fitness; workout spaces are fully equipped without wasting any space on gimmicks. The gym comes

Pick your own super -human program and switch as many times as you like!

can pick a program and a trainer for specific results and switch programs as many times as they like. Apart from the gym floor Slam boasts one of the largest studio spaces in Chennai and will offer classes in Hot Yoga, Combat Kinetics, Boot camp, Pilates and Tai Chi among others.

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Wtzup Chennai Exclusive

A Double Dose of DD Does DD drink coffee? Popular video jockey Dhivyadharshini, on the other side of the couch.

Sarah George Shakthy Dasan

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he extremely bubbly and vivacious DD is familiar to everyone with a TV and cable connection. Her infectious smile immediately sets you at ease, as she has proven with her stellar guest list on the popular show, Koffee with DD. The format that Karan Johar made so famous in Bollywood, is being done superlatively here by Dhivyadharshini Neelakandan.

So does DD really like to drink coffee? We

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got to ask the questions this time and she had no trouble keeping us on the edge of our seats. DD’s face was a play of expressions and her hands never kept still. We had lots of fun interacting with this diva for the launch issue of Wtzup Chennai.

Anybody who has a cable connection in Tamil Nadu, knows DD. How do you manage that?

If I say that I have worked, it is not right. It is a bunch of really nice people who have brought me to the front. I have been blessed with good people,

good work, good timing, good grace, and luck. It is the people I work with like Nila, Peter etc who have given me this opportunity.

What is the biggest compliment you have received?

When parents approach me and tell me that this is what they want for their daughters, I feel really blessed. Another big compliment is when stars ask for you to interview them.

What sets you apart as a talk show host?

I am very particular about how the guest feels.

I have been always sensitive to others’ needs. I always try to find out how they feel and how to bring the best out from them. I have really enjoyed hosting Koffee with DD. My other favorite jobs are Home Sweet Home and Namma Veettil Kalyanam.

I have been with Vijay TV for around 16 years and I have been really pampered in a protected environment.

Are you being extra pampered since the wedding?

To be honest, nothing much has changed other than I shifted houses. I always have been pampered and continue to be. Maybe not so much by my husband (she laughs) but my in-laws have been the greatest blessing.

wtzup.in/COVER You have one of the highest TRP ratings in Tamil Nadu. Not many women would opt for marriage especially when they are at the peak of their careers citing various reasons.

A lot of people thought that there would be a slump after my wedding but the opposite happened. I am not a calculative person and tend to go with the flow. It is all given from above. I believe that change is inevitable and that one has to grow with it. It is all about how you handle it.

My marriage was planned in a month. I was busy with the Vijay TV awards show during that time. I went with the flow and it all just fell into place. It was on the way to the reception that i picked up my footwear and earrings. That is how busy i was.

Is it difficult being a woman in the industry?

I actually think that women anchors are very popular. That being said, I believe that women empowerment is a strong word. I don’t want to emphasize it. Women should carve a dignified niche for themselves. We need to know how to give, take and earn respect regardless of gender.

Who did you enjoy interviewing on Koffee with DD? Dhanush has been one of my favorites and I am a huge fan. Arya and Vishal have been such gentlemen. Of the younger lot , I had a good time with Dulquer Salman, Shiva Karthikeyan and Anirudh. I really admire Trisha, Nayantara and Anushka.

If you were not a television anchor, what would you be?

Definitely a teacher. I hold an M.Phil and am currently pursuing my PHD in travel and tourism.

This is something I enjoy and always wanted to do. Even during the peak of my career, I took six months off to teach a semester. I only did hosting and didn’t take up any shoots or ad projects. It is important to keep the teacher in me alive. At some point I would love to start an organization to educate kids and people in need.

You have adopted kids?

There have been some misconceptions in this area so let me make this clear. I adopted Prakash and was supporting him with education and expenses.

Nearly a year later, his mother who had lost him, found him. Though my heart broke a little to see him go, I was very happy that he could be re united with his mother. Santosh is my second son. He is very happy and doing extremely well in studies.

He is always showing me things that he did, but is quite shy with me. He talks to my husband though.

It’s a very sweet feeling, being able to support a child.

What is something that people don’t know about you?

I am very nervous before shows and I am not very confident. My director used to get mad at me and tease me a lot. After every event is over, a little bit of me would be dead inside (she laughs).

I am abnormally scared. This is something I want to change.

I am actually a very quiet person in real life. My husband always ends up explaining to people that I am not angry nor upset, but this is the way I am.

Birthday 17th February Dream guest on your show The superstar himself.

Coffee or tea?

Filter Coffee Favorite travel destination I love London. Dubai and Singapore are also my favorites as they are extremely safe and secure for women.

Favorite Brand Mango Favorite VJ My sister (Priyadarshini) New actresses with promise Shruthi Hassan and Natasha. They are smart and level headed.

Who does DD obey?

My sister. She knows in her own way, how to tell me things.

How would you describe Chennai?

Amazing food whether you pay Rs. 50, 500 or 5000. People are friendly and nice. Wherever I am, I always want to come back home to Chennai.

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behind the scenes with dd

From Your Very Own Chennai Girl The story behind the cover-story and staying cool this summer.

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midst the mind boggling decision for the apt celeb for the Wtzup Chennai launch issue cover shoot, we found that we had a lot of favorites. Unanimously we narrowed it down to Chennai’s favorite Dhivyadharshini , chellama reffered to as DD, from the popular ‘Koffee with DD’ series.

Skeptical intially, with much coaxing she nodded positive for the shoot. Despite a knee injury, she appeared in her favourite yellow salwar.

A few expert finishing touches unveiled the true diva within. The camera rolled by absorbing the very essence, transforming them into magical shots. Special mention for her sister Priyadarshini, who was so sweet and made our entire crew feel so

comfortable and at home. Thank you DD and team.

Moving on, summer time is here. Time for summer holidays, summer courses, summer delicacies and loads of summer fun. As the heat waves take over the city, Chennaiites have learnt to embrace the season more than ever by chilling with some cooling watermelons, tender coconut water, ice golas, thayir sadam, cold buttermilk, cucumbers and old­-school Rasna.

So my dear machas, stay happy and stay hydrated and don’t forget to grab a refreshing copy of Wtzup Chennai this month. Until the next issue, with lots of love from your very own Chennai girl, Sarah George ­Brand Manager.

pretty perspective Meet Shibani Vasundaran , the woman who accentuated DD’s beauty for the Wtzup Chennai cover shoot.

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nder the expert guidance of Shibani Vasundaran , Anushka group of Salons & Spa has over the last decade established itself in the city.

Shibani’s expertise and international exposure has equipped her with the global perspective which reflects in her philosophy and approach towards the spa industry. Shibani has presented over 400 episodes of beauty presentations on television, written extensively on the topic and consulted for international hotel chains and cosmetic companies. She has also been the President of All India Beauty Association and has been actively involved in the field of education and upgrade of skills in the beauty industry. She has also been the Style Consultant

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for Chennai International Fashion Week (CIFW) and has worked with over 80 Top Designers in India and done over 150 shows. Apart from these Shibani has been the Director Planning for The Indian Princess Beauty Pageant and other beauty pageants in India.

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this summer learn to DJ at Skratch lab Beat the summer heat with the right beat at Skratchlab.

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f the DJ itch has got you, then Skratchlab is the place for you. Skratchlab is the award winning DJ Academy known for its simple and unique programs that take beginners to the level of a club DJ in a matter of months, not years. The Academy based in Chennai is planning on expanding across the country.

Ever since the EDM buzz took over, a lot of youngsters are taking DJ足-ing up as a career option. People are now able to understand that you can make music on a computer without the knowledge of actually being able to play

a musical instrument and can make a living by entertaining and excelling in music. Now more than ever, the distinction between electronic music producers and DJs are disappearing, and both complement each other if you want the widest platform for your music. Turntablism, Music Production, Beat Boxing and Pro DJ courses are the most popular courses at Skratchlab and the Academy is equipped with state of the art DJ gear for aspiring DJs who live for music and want to cover all possible bases.

Their certified course includes sufficient supervised practice time a student can handle and students are given individual attention.

Skratchlab believes in quality training, and there are no compromises. Clubs and event organizers from around the country recruit students from the academy on the basis of skill and presentation. Students from around the globe have taken up certified programs and have successfully become popular DJs, and

they form a growing network that supports the Skratchlab family as they call it. At Skratchlab, the goal is to give each student the necessary skills to unleash their musical creativity and achieve their potential.

Learn more: www.skratchlab.com mail@skratchlab.com Phone:+91 9884245833

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hriya Saran is all set to play the lead role in the Hindi version of the superhit Malayalam movie, Drishyam. While the Tamil remake has Kamal Hassan and Meena in the lead roles, Ajay Devagan will reprise the male lead in Hindi. Tabu will be playing the cop in this drama thriller.

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uriya is to start shooting Singham 3 soon. The sequel to the previous super hits will see Suriya reprise the role of a police officer. Sources have also said that Anirudh Ravichander has been signed in to compose the music. It is also rumored that Anushka Shetty will play the female lead.

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Mammooty back in Tamil

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is sixteenth venture in the Tamil industry, ace actor Mammootty will act in a feel good film to be directed by Ram. Andrea Jeremiah and Anjali are touted to pay the female lead roles. The superstar was last seen in 2010 bilingual movie “Vandae Maatharam” with Arjun.

Ajith’s Next

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hala Ajith is slated to work with Director Siva after the successful Veeram. According to sources, Ajith’s 56th film will be called Acchamillai. The film set in a city is also rumored to have roped in Shruthi Haasan.

Language: Tamil Cast: Kamal Hassan, Parvathy Producer: N. Lingusamy Director: Ramesh Aravind Music: M. Ghibran Synopsis: Uttaman, an 8th century drama actor and Manoranjan, a 21st century cinema Superstar are the main characters in this comedy drama film.

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Language: Hindi Cast: Kalki Koechlin, Revathy.

Producer: Shonali Bose, Nilesh Maniyar Director: Shonali Bose Music: Mikey McCleary Synopsis: The film is an inspirational love story about a Delhi university student and aspiring writer afflicted with cerebral palsy, who leaves India for New York University, where she falls for a fiery young activist.

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Language: Tamil Cast : Dulquer Salman, Nithya Menen Producer: Mani Ratnam Director: Mani Ratnam Music: A R Rahman Synopsis: Clearly inspired

by Alaypayuthe, the movie speaks of a new age love. It is also rumored to be based on a real life incident.

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Margarita With a Straw

Arya’s big hit isted as one of the most anticipated movies, Purampokku starring Arya and Vijay Sethupathi will be released soon. Directed

by S P Jananathan, it is coproduced by Sidharth Roy Kapur. The theme of the film revolves around the relevance of capital punishment in a democratic and free society.

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The Avengers: Age of Ultron Language: English Cast: Rober Downey Jr, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson Producer: Kevin Feige Director: Joss Whedon Music: Brian Tyler, Danny Elfman Synopsis: Tony Stark is meddling again and things go bad when he restarts a peacekeeping program. It is upto the Avengers to stop Ultron.

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Masss Language: Tamil Cast: Suriya, Nayantara Producer: K. E. Gnanavelraja, Suriya Director: Venkat Prabhu Music: Yuvan Shankar Raja Synopsis: Major action, bellyaching comedy and better yet, Suriya is reported to appear in two different avatars. The movie is set in various parts of India and Bulgaria.

Nannbenda Language: Tamil Cast: Nayantara, Udhayanidhi Stalin Producer: Udhayanidhi Stalin Director: Jagadish Music: Harris Jayaraj Synopsis: Much awaited romantic comedy for the holidays.

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Lodgy gets lodged...

Renault is set to make its presence be felt in the MPV market. With a lot to offer, the Renault Lodgy is definitely chanigng the game.

Watch out!

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rench automobile maker Renault is on a spin in the Indian market, with them trying to make their presence in every segment felt. They have now entered the multipurpose vehicle (MPV) market with their seven-seater Lodgy. Their new addition Lodgy, is a product of Romanian subsidiary Dacia, under which Duster was created. Lodgy has got nods for almost all the criterion to come under the MPV group; petrol and diesel mills, seven seat configuration and oodles of space all around. Renault MPVs were the first cars to feature automatic headlamps and windscreen wipers. They also carried the olympic torch in 1992 and served as the official carrier for the 2012 Cannes Film Festival. The other premium sedans are premium Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) Koleos, Fluence and Scala, compact SUV Duster and hatchback Pulse.

The word Lodgy is derived from the English word ‘Lodge’, suggesting that the car can accommodate a family and its luggage comfortably.

Renault used the second-generation Logan as a basis for the development of the Lodgy. Hence both these cars share the same

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underpinnings- known as the M0 platform. It is the first example of a right-hand driven version of the car anywhere in the world. The overall design of the Lodgy is clean and simple. It has ample chrome on the front just like the Duster.

The interiors provide plenty of space to seat a large family. The third row has 144mm legroom and 866mm headroom making it comfortable for adults to sit. It has 1.5-litre K9K diesel engine. Renault Lodgy comes with a number of high spec safety and security features for maximum safeguards. Features like ABS with

EBD for efficient brake system, multiple airbags for safety of driver and co-passenger and park assist sensors for facilitating easy parking come with this new upcoming SUV model. Topend variants of Renault Lodgy feature a touch screen multimedia infotainment system. A high quality door panel is also desirable in this utility vehicle.

Ukraine was the first international market for this model where this much awaited MPV seemed to flaunt its acquired French identity.

The early 2015 launch of the people carrier in the Indian market was decided after extensive testing.

Mileage: 20.45 Kmpl Size (mm): 4498L x 1751W x 1680H Power: 85 Bhp Torque: 200 Nm

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The City At Your Finger Tips Get the best of events, food, offers and more with Wtzup Mobile!

Be not just tech savvy, be city savvy too. With the Wtzup mobile application, discover the city in just a touch. So no more wasting time to decide where to grab a bite, missing out on unbelievable sales and hot events or passing up incredible opportunities. Re­discover your city and let the world know that it is indeed an incredible place, all in just one app!

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Let’s play a different tune this season. Wtzup picks 5 unconventional things to do this summer.

he kids are chanting, no more pencils, no more books...well we know how that goes.

Summer is here which means you just got to have loads of fun. We have done our share of hill stations and amusement parks, so we selected 5 different things that will make your vacation fun and educational (incase your mother objects).

Heritage Building tours Indulge in your love for history and structures by visiting the architectural treasures of your city.

Join an organized tour or step out with your trusty guide;­ your smart phone. Chennai has over 2000 heritage buildings, standing second to Kolkata.

Check out the Ripon building, Government Musuem, Higginbothams etc

Volunteer Help out those who cannot enjoy the opportunities you have. There are many organizations and institutions that will be happy to have your assistance.

You could read to somebody, teach kids, take care of animas or just spend a day with folks who will really appreciate your company.

Check out Chennai volunteers, Isha Yoga and much more.

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Ride a super bike This one may carry a disclaimer, but as long as you stay safe, enjoy the thrill of the ride. The California Superbike School visited Chennai in February to take camps. Head to the Madras Motor Racing Track in Chennai or the Kari Motor Speedway for information.

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Water Sports Surfing, sailing, parasailing, kite surfing, kayaking, diving...there are so many to choose from. The latest adrenaline inducing sport on the block is flyboarding! Remember Hrithik Roshan in Bang Bang?

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Learn something new This may feel like a repetitive suggestion but we really do suggest it. If picking up a language is not your thing, hit the internet to learn something new every day.

Check out websites such as how stuffworks, imind, instructables etc. Join workshops in crafts, photography, cooking, and other skills which run in plenty during summer..

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cHENNAI-OLOGY Chennai is known as the ‘Detroit of India’ as it is reported to produce almost 40% of auto parts and motor vehicles in the country.