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Managing Director’s Note Back in the old days — that’s less than a decade ago and before there were such things as blogs and interactive conversations with readers — the custodian of a magazine used to respond to their readers with a ‘note’. Sometimes it clarified a point made in a letter to the editor. Sometimes it offered a correction. Sometimes it was just a simple explanation. An editor’s note was a handful of sentences; maybe four or five paragraphs. It was always a personal link between the editor and the reader. Only difference between it and today’s blog is the immediacy and the platform. Nevertheless, I shall strive on. Our cover girl this month is Bindu Madhavi, a girl with a lot of spunk and attitude. One of the few homegrown Telugu girls in the industry, her comments and nuggets reflect the wonderful journey she has gained. Turning to the more cerebral world of literature, we have Ayn Rand, a staple of bibliophiles across the world. From the serious to the light-hearted, we move onto the vibrant & vivid festival of Holi, everybody’s favorite festival! Check out our special feature & also some special Holi recipes that we have for you. If Holi gets you excited, then our weekend travel destination Coorg will thrill you to no end. Now is the perfect time to visit it people! Of course, I have to leave the cricket fans out of this. The World Cup is on in full swing and adrenaline is pumping everywhere! As we expand our kaleidoscope in the remarkable month of March, we invite you, our valued reader, along on a journey into this beautiful life… a life like none other… Hyderabad Life! Happy Reading!
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What’s happening? Calendar of Events This Time Last Month News
Gossip Catch up on your fave celebs
Hotspot Kalanjali
Fashion Wardrobe Basics
P3
The City’s social scene
Holi Special Let the Celebrations Begin
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Celeb
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Special Feature
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World Cup
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Special Feature
Bindu – Doe-eyed girl
Hyderabad Regalia – The Majestic Dining Table
Watch & Worship
And the Oscar goes to…
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Box Office
Reviews & Previews
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DVD – Colors of Bollywood Books – Ayn Rand Gizmo Corner Gaming Vroom – Mercedes Benz G Class
Education Deal with Exam Stress
Health Fitness – Shoulder and Glutes All about heart disease
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Food Guide
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Indian Paradiso, Rubaiyat Holi Recipes
Project watch
Weekend Travel Coorg
Humor Horoscope Best Cricket Sledges How good a Spy are you?
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CALENDAR WHAT’S HAPPENING?
Group Show Of The Young Contemporary Artists Up to Mar 19, 11AM – 7PM Gallery Space Plot No-1177, Road No-12, MLA Colony, Near Lotus Pond, Banjara Hills
Young Writer’s Workshop At Treasure House Up to Mar 26, 11AM – 12PM Treasure House (Family Center) Plot 1254/A, Road No. 63, Adjacent To ICICI Bank, Road No. 36, Jubilee Hills
Personality Development Course Up to Mar 27, 630AM – 9AM Swamy Vivekananda Institute Of Human Excellence (Language Schools)
Colors & Designs of India - Exhibition Of Sarees Up to Mar 31 – 1030AM – 830PM
Sing Along With Winnie And Tibo Mar 01–31 at 5PM Hyderabad Marriott Tank Bund Road Hotel & Convention Centre
Second Skin J R Towers, Opposite L V Prasad Eye Institute, Road Number 2, Banjara Hills.
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MARCH 2011
African Music Concert Mar 24 – 7PM Durgam Cheruvu African Music Concert by Danyel Waro
Kautilya Management Fest Mar 11 – 9AM -6PM Krishnamurthy Institute of Management
Bollywood Bling
“Kautilya - strategist with global exposure” a national level management fest, to be conducted by Krishna Murthy Institute of Management.
Up To Mar 31, Every Sunday - 8PM Onwards Liquids Let loose to your favorite Desi songs and bring out the Bollywood in you only at Liquids every Sunday.
OTHEREVENTS Learn From The Masters - Cooking Demo Sessions Mar 01-31 at 11AM Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre Tank Bund Road
Workshop On Basic Stitching At Treasure House Up to Apr 09 – 3 PM -4PM Treasure House (Family Center) Plot 1254/A, Road No. 63, Adjacent To ICICI Bank, Road No. 36, Jubilee Hills
World Cup 2011 @ Hard Rock Cafe
World Cup 2011 @ Hard Rock Cafe
Up To Saturday Apr 02
Every Thursday - 730PM Onwards Up To Mar 31
Every Day - 1:00 PM Onwards
Karaoke Thursdays @ 10 Downing Street
Every Day - 1PM Onwards Up To Saturday Apr 02
Ladies Night @ Bottles & Chimney
Every Thursday - 8PM Onwards Up To Mar 31
Dialogue In The Dark @ Inorbit Mall Everyday, 10AM – 8PM
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THIS TIME LAST MONTH
KALAMANDIR KALA APSARA 2011 Calendar Maverick film Director Ram Gopal Varma launched the “Kalamandir Kala Apsara” Calendar on 26th January. Representing the stylish subtleness of a woman’s moods, this calendar reflects the Apsara – the modern woman who has traveled a long way since evolution and is breaking new barriers in the history of human evolution. “Kala Apsara” captures the mystic moods of the modern diva in its true spirit. Speaking on the occasion, RGV exclaimed that the calendar showcased the attitude of the modern woman. He also said that the pictures reflected the stylish poses of an Apsara making the theme “Kala Apsara” perfectly suited.
Desire Exhibition at Hotel Taj Krishna The Desire Exhibition was held at Taj Krishna in Banjara Hills on 17th and 18th February. One of the most prominent names in designer exhibitions, this event featured various specialized products such as jewelry, garments, footwear, paintings, household articles and handicraft. The event saw participants across India coming to Hyderabad to showcase their talents. The exhibition featured 90 master designers of jewelry and lifestyle accessories.
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REEL FASHION ILEANA, THE STORE
It’s a well known fact that her mother Sameera D’Cruz is the woman behind the fashion that actress Ileana adorns. Now the D’Cruz’s have taken their lethal combination of a perfect body with a perfect fashion sense to a totally different mode. Call it a gift to the public or a very smart strategic business move, the mother-daughter pair have ventured into retail business opening their first designer boutique in Hyderabad. The store which is dedicated to Ileana has been named after her as well. The designer boutique, situated at Inorbit Mall was inaugurated by Home Minister Sabita Indra Reddy on 13th February. The store caters to designer wear needs across different segments, especially the film industry. Farrah D’Cruz, Ileana’s sister would be heading the business operations of the store. Speaking on the occasion, she said “We are also in the final stages of finishing our online store which shall enable women from across the globe to buy Ileana’s designer wear with just the click of a mouse”. The store is a unique mix of a designer shop and an haute couture store with the customer having an option of selecting from an existing collection or getting their apparels customized in the VVIP lounge within the store. Adding to that, every time a new movie of Ileana’s releases, her boutique will sell the fresh stock related to the costumes worn by her in that particular film. The store in Hyderabad is said to be the first step in what is said to be a chain of many more stores across the country. If things go as planned, there will be a store opening in the US as well. The store will cater to all genres of fashion – right from casual wear to formals, party wear to traditional wedding collections, Ileana store will offer its patrons a range of designs to choose from.
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NEWS
HYDERABAD MAKES A NIGHT TO REMEMBER!! Hyderabad rocked away late into the night on Feb 16th thanks to the one and only Bryan Adams. The concert at Hitex ground witnessed more than 20,000 people and lasted for over two and a half hours. The excitement was pretty evident when Bryan Adams and his six-string took the stage by storm churning out his popular number ‘One night love affair’. The crowd released all that held-up tension. The pandemonium that followed was kept alive for the remaining concert with the “18 till I die” rocker belting out one hit after the other. Even the Tollywood crowd could not keep away from such an event arriving in full force. The city just could not get enough of his trade mark husky voice and the antics with his guitar that he broke into every now and then. The atmosphere was so electrifying that the visibly thrilled rock star screamed mid-way through his performance and declared “This is the loudest crowd I have come across in India so far”. He went on to dedicate his super-hit number ‘Let’s make a night to remember’ to the city and its people. How can we talk about Bryan Adams and not mention the summer of 69? This was certainly the crowning moment of the night but for one, who was even luckier as she was called on stage for a duet with the evergreen rock star. They sang “Baby when you’re gone” originally made famous by Bryan and Mel C of the Spice Girls fame. The terrific combination of Bryan Adams and guitarist Keith Scott who is termed ‘fastest fingers’ by Bryan Adams certainly set the night alive. He literally lit up the evening when he performed his love anthem, “Everything I do” when he coaxed the crowd to light up their cell phones and sway to the music. Before wrapping up the gig, he did promise to make it back to the city of Nizams soon.
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NEWS
THE WORLD CUP COMES HOME. Though the cup itself is not yet home, the World Cup matches certainly are. Fourteen years after it was last held in the subcontinent, the World Cup is again being held India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. The tournament features 14 teams divided into 2 groups. The knockout stage has 8 teams entering the Quarter-finals, and 4 into the semi-finals. Each team would have played 9 matches in total out of which it would have survived 3 knock-out matches to win the cup. India has won the World Cup previously in 1983 and now the current side, led by Captain Cool MS Dhoni is touted as the favorites to win the competition.
HYDERABAD SCREECHES TO A HALT The bustling life of the city wore a very deserted look on 22nd & 23rd February due to the 48 hour Bandh called by the Telangana supporters demanding for early introduction of a bill for formation of a separate state. Commercial business remained closed as the police made elaborate security arrangements and imposed traffic restrictions in areas around the city in lieu of the ‘Chalo Assembly’ rally called out by students.
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GOSSIP
Jennifer Lopez to grace Indian small screen
Reese and Robert, forbidden lovers!! Reese Witherspoon, who stars opposite Robert Pattinson in the upcoming film ‘Water for Elephants’, has said that she is ‘so lucky’ to have love scenes with the Twilight heartthrob. The legally Blonde actress went on to quote “He’s so amazing, wonderful, sweet and just the nicest guy too, so you can just add that to the soup”. The pair plays forbidden lovers in the movie where a young Pattinson is an aged Witherspoon’s son.
Jennifer Lopez may star as a guest judge on the Indian X-Factor’ which is originally a musical reality show in the UK. The desi version is all set to hit the Indian small screen. If JLo does become a judge for the reality show in India, then she would be the second high profile Hollywood babe to grace our small screen after Baywatch star Pamela Anderson scorched the screen on ‘Big Boss 4’. With the ever-rising popularity of reality shows in India, it`s highly possible that the pop star makes an appearance on the show.
Lady Gaga says no to sacrifices Pop star Lady Gaga refuses to make sacrifices in her professional life for a relationship. She maintains that her music career is her priority and she has no qualms if she remains single forever. Lady Gaga admitted tthat she fears rejection and went on to quote “I’d never let any man come before my career. I guess there’s some fear inside of me which makes me this way. My music is never going to roll over in bed one morning and tell me that it doesn’t love me anymore. I have a big problem with rejection,”
Rod Stewarts 8th bundle of joy! Rod Stewart and his wife Penny Lancaster welcomed their second child together on 16th February just days before the new mummy’s 40th birthday. Penny Lancaster is Stewart’s third wife and the new born baby, named Aiden is his 8th child. He had a son and a daughter with first wife Alana Hamilton and a daughter in 1987 with model girlfriend Kelly Emberg. Stewart’s marriage to Rachel Hunter, which ended in divorce four years ago, produced two children. The 66 year old star also has a daughter, Sarah, who, in the early 1960s, was adopted into another family. 12
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GOSSIP
Paris Hilton getting engaged? After their recent trip to New York City, Paris Hilton and Her Boyfriend Cy Waits were spotted in Los Angeles looking very much in love, as they held hands while passing through the metro terminal. The couple was in New York to celebrate the hotel heiress’s 30th birthday. During their stay there, they visited the Jacob & Co. jewelry store where they browsed through the engagement rings collection. Though they did not end up picking up an engagement ring, Paris did walk out with a $25,000 white gold and black diamond encrusted ring.
Luxury Nursery for Nick & Mariah’s twins!
Hugh Hefner saves Hollywood… again! Hugh Hefner saved Hollywood and quite literally by giving away funds to the tune of $900,000 so that the Hollywood sign in California would stay as it is. It started a few months back, when governor Arnold Schwarzenegger told the world that they needed to raise funds to save over 138 acres on Cahuenga Peak, the place where the Hollywood sign stands. Though the Sign is owned by the Government, the land had to be sold for development purpose. This is not the first time that Hugh Hefner saved the icon of the movies, as in the past he donated money to recover some missing letters of the sign.
Singer Mariah Carey and her husband Nick Cannon have reportedly converted an entire wing in their Beverly Hills home into a super luxury nursery for their unborn twins. Apart from the Chelsea sleigh cribs costing $2,200 each, a Clara changing table that costs $2,800 and a $1 million sofa, the twins will also have a top-of-the-range sound system and they’ll each have diamond-encrusted iPods and a flat screen TV that comes down from the ceiling. Mariah also wants an 18-carat gold trim with ivory walls, soft furnishings and walk-in wardrobes full of Petit Tresor designer clothes for her yet to be born kids. Whew, this beats even silver spoons!
Paula Abdul, too precious to let go!!
This Valentine’s Day was one that Paula Abdul won’t forget for a long time. Her unidentified boyfriend had her hostage in his car. The ‘American Idol’ judge, who has often shed tears of happiness over a contestant’s audition, was reduced to tears again, though out of sheer panic. She called 911 and cried, “I wanna go, and he won’t let me!” Later, Paula told the operator that the matter was settled as he had agreed to drop her off. 13
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GOSSIP
Anushka spits on Akshay’s face!! Anushka Sharma’s had a very memorable first day while shooting for Patiala House. The script required Anushka to spit on Akshay Kumar’s face. Akshay, who is known to make his leading ladies feel comfortable in a shoot, ensured that the beautiful Anushka would feel right at home spitting on his face. “Though I was nervous, Akshay made it easy and comfortable and the shot went smoothly,” she said.
Ranbir escapes IT personnel It’s a known fact that Shahid Kapoor was at Priyanka’s house when the IT raid happened and Ranbir would have had a similar story to tell had he not left Katrina’s house at the time he did, because, just 2 hours later the IT personnel’s landed in Katrina’s house. Apparently, Ranbir and Katrina had been meeting almost every night at her place after he finished his workouts at a gym nearby and even on the fateful day, he was at Katrina’s house till 4 in the morning. Close call, Ranbir!
Riya Sen turns Marriage Counselor! In her recent movie ‘Tere Mere Phere’, Riya Sen is married forcefully to Vinay Pathak. So when asked about her take on marriage in real life, Riya Sen woke up the philosopher in herself and went on to voice her opinion on what marriage meant to her and how to work things out for a blissful marriage. “Marriage is a very sweet relationship. It works only if we allow our partners to have their space. We need not try to change a person which then becomes a difficult job for both of us”, she said. When asked if it was okay to break up marriages, she was quick to add that there was no need to stress oneself if a relationship went sour.
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Dia Mirza turns producer
Kangna Ranaut – the Wedding Crasher!
Dia Mirza has launched her production house Born Free Entertainment along with Sahil Sangha and Zayed Khan. For some time now, her films have not been faring too well at the box office. So why she is moving from acting to a much more risky zone of producing is anyone’s guess. She was quoted saying “I had an earnest desire to make entertaining, honest cinema. Films give me abundant joy. Belonging to the field of Cinema, I felt it was my duty to come up with entertaining films worth watching. When quizzed whether this meant the end of her acting career, she stated that she would still continue to act!
The mystery man in Priyanka’s life
While promoting her latest movie 7 Khoon Maaf, an unknown man managed to get under Priyanka Chopra’s skin during an interactive interview. The mystery man, apparently from Punjab, piped in to accuse her of “not being a Punjabi”. Though she initially laughed it off, she lost her cool and asked him to shut up after his repeated taunting. The man soon disappeared from the venue, but Priyanka, known to be extremely warm to fans, was hurt by the vehemence of the accusation.
As part of an innovative marketing strategy for their film ‘Tanu Weds Manu’, Kangna Ranaut and Madhavan are all set to crash weddings. The couple will assume their on-screen avatars and dance in a few random ‘baraat’ processions in Delhi. We think it’s a tad downmarket but hey, we’re sure they are fine with it as long as they rake in the moolah!
Farhan won’t sing for anyone!! Farhan Akthar has turned down a singing assignment once again. After turning down offers from AR Rahman and Rohan Sippy, he has now turned down Reema Kagti’s offer to sing a song picturized on Aamir Khan. Farhan was quoted saying “It’s not because I am possessive about my voice. I don’t know if my voice will work on anyone else. My singing adds to my performances. I don’t know if it would do the same for other actors.” He also added “If I feel really kicked about singing for someone else, I will. Singing is not a profession for me. As of now I’ll sing only for myself.”
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GOSSIP
Trisha is an angel for animals
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) have signed Trisha as their brand ambassador. The southern beauty has been chosen as the Goodwill Ambassador for the ‘Angel for Animals’. Their campaign will focus on the adoption of stray dogs in India. Trisha was recognized for her relentless efforts to save the Indian ogs and give them homes. PETA has sent an appreciation letter to Trisha and apart from that, PETA has also gifted T shirts to Trisha and her pet dog Zoya.
Jr. Haasan to star with Jr. NTR Shruthi Haasan, the multi-talented daughter of the amazing actor Kamal Haasan is all set to rock Tollywood again. After her stellar performance in the recent blockbuster Anaganaga Oka Dheerudu, she has been roped in to play the female lead opposite Tollywood’s young tiger, Jr. NTR. The film will be directed by Boyapati Srinu of Simha fame. The film was launched on the Feb 18th and the shooting is scheduled to start from the 2nd of April.
Jesus, Pawan Kalyan & Anushka! South Siren Anushka has been finalized to play a role in the new untitled multilingual project on the life of Jesus Christ. The movie is produced by Konda Krishnam Raju and is directed by Singeetham Srinivasa Rao. Pawan Kalyan plays the lead in the movie which is scheduled to start filming very soon. The first schedule is be shot in Jordan, Italy and Israel over a period of 80 days followed by a major schedule in Hyderabad. The film is being made in English, Hindi, Telugu and Malayalam.
Hansika Curves crazy!! Hansika is back in action. She has just signed two new movies and is on a publicity spree. She recently launched a fitness boutique in Banjara Hills and was quoted saying “This year you will see me in more films. I have quite some projects in hand.” When asked about her fitness, she had no qualms in stating that she loves her curves and that she would never want a size zero body. She went on to add that every women needs to have a curvaceous figure.
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Reema Sen gets engaged!!
Asin and Deepika to compete for Rajni Actress Reema Sen has said the magic word to restaurateur Shiv Karan Singh. As per sources, Shiv Karan proposed to Reema by going down on his knee and asking her to marry him. She, of course accepted. Later, he put a ring on her finger. He was quoted saying “She had no clue that I’d propose last night. In fact, only a few of my friends knew and they were there. I have just cleared the first stage. I was on tenterhooks whether she’d say yes or no, ab shaadi ki planning toh will happen later.”
Tolly calling Mammootty!! Malayalam superstar Mammootty will soon be seen in Sharwanand’s next film titled Keeravani which is being directed by PS Venkat. This would be Mammootty’s first Telugu film in 18 years after his last movie Swathi Kiranam way back in 1992. The film is bilingual in Telugu and Malayalam. The starstudded cast includes Jayaprada, Suman, Prabhu, Tanikella Bharani, Shobhana, Sita, MS Narayana and Brahmanandam.
After romancing leading Bollywood superstars Salman Khan and Aamir Khan, Asin may soon be seen romancing Rajnikanth who will be playing a triple role in his new movie Rana. The movie is being produced by his daughter Soundarya. Deepika Padukone has already been signed as one of the leading ladies for one of his characters. The movie would be releasing in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. Incidentally Deepika was replaced by Asin for Houseful 2 after the latter had walked out to give dates for the Rajnikanth starrer.
Preetika’s much anticipated plunge into Tollywood Preetika Rao, sister of Bollywood actress Amrita Rao has finally arrived in Tollywood. She has signed her first Telugu Movie and would be seen opposite Varun Sandesh of Happy Days fame. She was quoted saying “I have signed my first Telugu film. It is a heroine oriented film and I loved the script after hearing it.” The yet to be named project will be directed by debutant Shravan and produced by Uday Kiran. The actress did a photo shoot for the film in Hyderabad recently and the shooting will commence shortly.
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HOTSPOT
WHERE CULTURE AND OPULENCE GO HAND IN HAND Grandeur takes a form of its own as you enter the Kalanjali store in Kukatpally. The five-storied treasure offers everything your mind can think up to have an aesthetic-looking home. The brand is also into western men’s and kids’ wear. This brand, that enjoys a legacy of 15 years in the state, has also ventured big time into exquisite handicrafts with the branch. Krishna the store’s textile manager says, “There is a lot of potential in the area, there is a throbbing IT crowd and also business folks. We also reach out to the NRIs.”
Every piece in the handicraft collection is a work of art. As soon as you enter the fifth floor, beautiful in-lay works of wood on wood, acrylic on wood, and silver on wood greet you. They are so meticulously done that you can easily mistake them for paintings on wood. Various indigenous crafts from different regions across the country form a part of this exotic ensemble. You can also find huge Krishna and Buddha idols made of brass and marble that costs around Rs. 30,000 each. You can find delicate bidri work on
day-to-day articles like pen holder, key hanger, paper cutters and of course flower vases. Going further South, there are select Tanjore paintings with motifs bordered with genuine gold. Innovative pieces like coconut carvings from Kerala with monkeys, vases, elephants and Buddha as motifs and crafts from Telangana artisans like the bright-hued ‘Nirmal toys’ adore the showroom floor. The list goes on – Dogra, a kind of craft made of brass, from Madhya Pradesh; skillfully-made idols of serpentine stones from Orissa; clay
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puja kits carrying delicate carvings; jewelry boxes with kundan stones and Meenakari work; and, sandalwood pieces with motifs like festoons, birds, animals, creepers and trees from Karnataka and Kerala. You can also find gemstone paintings that can adore the walls on your lovely home. Some crafts also have a fan following, a manager on the floor shares that expats in the city have taken to Rajasthani white wood crafts, especially those with under-cut work which are dexterously-made wooden handicrafts. Kalanjali also stocks men’s and kids’ wear on the other floors of the
showroom. You can find renowned brands like Vimal, Park Avenue, Urbana, Van-Heusen, Sting, and others. You can find wedding wear like Sherwanis with intricate work with golden thread, stones, and Swarovski crystals. They are freakily intricate and worth checking out. They are priced from Rs. 525 to Rs. 3,000 while the kids’ section is priced from Rs. 1,099 to Rs. 6,000 Kalanjali, KPHB Road
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FASHION
Wardrobe Basics
Items Every Women should have
Whether you are just starting out in this world and need to put a foundation wardrobe in place or if you are giving your wardrobe a refresher, here are some wardrobe ideas to help you get started. Sneha Veronica
Two pairs of dark slacks
either black or navy blue. Go with a slim cut in a wool crepe or seasonless cotton. One pair of dark slacks for the evening with a fuller cut. These can be a fabric that drapes either a light wool or jersey mix.
Shirts
Two pairs of jeans
Three Skirts
one hemmed for heels and the other hemmed for flats. Jeans that are hemmed for heels you should see just the toe box.
a pencil skirt, a A-line skirt which incidentally looks good on all body types and a skirt in a neutral fabric so you can mix and match with others items.
Three sweaters
Two Jackets
The fabric should be a lightweight, merino or cashmere. • One should be black and match your black trousers.
A white button front shirt and a few t-shirts.
• The second one should be more neutral like off-white, camel or taupe.
• A tailored jacket that matches your black pants. • A sporty leather jacket
• The third sweater should just simple be a sweater that you love and feel great in. Nothing too dressy - one you can wear to the office and with jeans.
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Dress
• A little black dress
Three Bags
Shoes (5 pairs)
• A classic leather style with clean lines that works for everything.
• A pair of black pumps 2.5-3.5 inch heel in the current style.
• A catch all fun tote bag
• An evening shoe with a close toe in a black satin.
• An envelope shaped, bracelet style for the evening.
• A pair of tall black boots • Bad-weather boots • A pair of sneakers or tennis shoes.
The Biggest Fashion Shopping Mistakes 1. Don’t talk yourself into an outfit that isn’t flattering to your frame. There are only two kinds of clothes in this world. Clothes that flatter you and clothes that don’t! Avoid the latter regardless of how popular and trendy they are. 2. It is one thing to go shopping with your girlfriends because that can be very social and enjoyable but keep in mind – don’t shop with a competitive friend because she will cajole you into buying more and possibly unflattering items whether or not you need it. 3. If you are shopping for a dress to wear to a cocktail party, remember to bring your shoes. That way if you need to have in-store alterations you will be all set. 4. If you need to power shop, remember to bring a list. This can help focus your attention and keep you on task. 5. Nothing good will come from buying uncomfortable shoes regardless of how fabulous they are. 6. Don’t buy something you don’t need because it is a fantastic sale price. I know we have all done this but it is a waste of money and closet space. 7. Don’t buy on impulse. Ask yourself the following questions when deciding to buy. Do I need this? Does it fit with my lifestyle or wardrobe? Where am I going to wear this? If you are still undecided, then put it on hold and if you are still thinking about it at the end of the day – buy it.
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FESTIVE FEATURE
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Shads
Last year, it began with a thud against my back, instantly followed by a splash, soaking my shirt blue. Bright green, orange, and purple water sprayed in all directions as young snipers emerged from windows and rooftops to unleash their colorful liquid arsenals with a vengeance. The battle was upon me. Through airborne streams, I glanced over my shoulder to see which of the kids had nailed me. There he was, all of three feet tall, grinning at me as he reached into his bucket for another grenade. I sprinted to my house to load my own plastic weapon with dyed ammo and was chased by half a dozen pink faced, purple haired kids screaming Holi Holi Holi! After each home in the neighborhood received its fifteen minutes of fame, the whole squadron moved on to the next one, everyone singing and shouting! Complete chaos rules. Yeah, it’s Holi! War games aside, Holi is meant to be about love and community oneness. The full moon of the month of Falgun, the last month of the Hindu calendar, marks this colorful festival which has a three-dimensional significance. Firstly, because of the romance of
nature, which blossoms in the form of flowers and fruit on every tree, Holi is a festival of flowers and colors and it is associated with the divine lover Krishna playing with colored water and gulal (colored powder) with the gopikas of Brindavan. As an annual reminder of this celestial dance of joy, people go from house to house smearing gulal on the faces of their friends. Colored water is made by soaking kesariya flowers in water, and is sprayed upon all merrymakers with pichkaris. The whole atmosphere is alive with music, feasting, festive family gatherings and the antics of mischief-makers, who use the occasion to tease young girls. Holi, in this aspect, is equated to the spring rites held in many countries to which there are always erotic connotations underlining the revelry. As a harvest festival, Holi is celebrated on the full moon night with a community bonfire, around which people gather to give Agni (fire), the messenger of the gods, new food grains and sweetmeats as their seasonal offerings. Coconuts, bananas, sheaves of new corn, fruit and root vegetables, fresh from the
farms, are thrown into the fire during the fun and frolic around the bonfire. The next morning, the dust and ash of this holy fire is venerated in a ceremony called Dhulivandan. This dust is taken home by each community member to bring happiness into his house. In rural India, houses are cleaned, painted and decorated to welcome the festival. A third aspect of Holi is the celebration of the burning of the demoness Holika, the sister of the demon king Hiranyakashyapa, who tortured his own son Prahlad because of his devotion to Lord Vishnu. Hiranyakashyapa asked Holika to lead the young Prahlad into a fire so that he would die while she, because of a boon given to her earlier, would escape the fire unscathed. By a divine miracle, Holika was burnt to cinders while Prahlad survived because of his devotion to god. This myth is also brought back to life each year as idols of Holika are burnt in the bonfires with shouts declaring the victory of good over evil.
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Even though Holi is one of the most important festivals of Hindus, the fun and frolic is something that crosses all barriers such as religion, race, language, gender and age. The major significance of the festival in India is its ability to bridge the gap between social norms and move towards strengthening the bonds of love, brotherhood and unity in the society. It helps the whole community to merge into one big fraternity under the guise of colors. This truly unifying festival is celebrated to bid goodbye to the harsh winter and welcome the spirited spring. The highlight of the festival is the quality time that friends and families spend playing pranks on one another and getting everyone smeared in the colors of joy Love and unity are expressed through shared feasts, dancing, drinking, and singing songs, although the same can be expressed with paint and powder forcibly smeared across a loved one’s face. The festival is a great social leveller. By the time everyone has been covered in paint and colored water, it’s pretty hard to see any of the normal clues as to who belongs to what group, caste, creed or social standing. And because no one is likely to take designer clothes out for a soaking, there’s not much chance of seeing who is rich or poor either. No wonder, the vibrant colors of
India come alive during this festival which also happens to be one of the favorite festivals across age groups! Do you need scientific evidence to prove this statement? Last year, Holi was actually the happiest day in India. Facebook carried out a survey for ‘Gross National Happiness’ index by counting the number of ‘positive’ words used in status updates. Prominent days like Independence Day, Diwali etc were given happiness scores and Holi came first amongst all festivals and occasions! Hence proved! Holi is not just about colors. It’s also an excuse to gobble down the delicacies prepared specially for this day. Along with traditional dances, folk songs and food, the main attraction of Holi is the drink called Bhaang. Everyone gets an official chance to get intoxicated with this traditional drink.
and long lasting colors led to the use of synthetic colors which proved to be very harmful for the skin and eyes. But the rising awareness about the consequences of using synthetic colors brought us back to the era of using natural and eco-friendly colors. Whatever be the choice of color, nobody retains their original complexion by the end of play. Be it the friendly water balloon fights or just smearing faces of complete strangers with color, this festival is truly the most widely celebrated Indian festival. All kinds of differences are drowned in the colored water and the loud rhythmic beats of the Dholak make both young and old dance to the festive spirit. This festival is all about losing your inhibitions and participating in the most boisterous festival of all. Enjoy!
The arrival of Holi is well announced long before it actually settles upon the whole country in a haze of vibrant colors. The market is flooded with various shades of colors and the confectioneries start working over time. Originally, only natural colors prepared at home from the extracts of flowers and vegetables were used for Holi. However, the love for darker
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Hyderabad Life catches actress Bindu Madhavi in a candid mood & discovers there’s more to this beautiful lass than meets the eye. With her disarming smile & expressive eyes, she catches us off-guard & enthralls us in a free-wheeling conversation about her life, career and passions‌
D DOE-EYE GIRL!
Hi, so how’s life nowadays? It’s great. I’m at a position where I am enjoying life, and more importantly all the work that is coming my way. I have three films on hand right now, Pilla Zamindar in Telugu and Veppam, Kazhugu in Tamil. I am kicked about all these projects. You’ve changed from that cutienext-door to hot new sizzler! Haha, I was always healthy, even during my modeling days. I was never conscious about it until I saw myself on screen and then decided that I would look better if I lost some weight. I work out regularly and indulge myself only on rare occasions. I think being the industry makes you self-aware of how you should present yourself. What did you have to lose to get here? Since I was a kid, I was always passionate about movies. But acting wasn’t my top career choice, to be honest with you. I was always more interested in becoming a model. I did start modeling right from college itself. Acting happened by chance, I grabbed that opportunity with both hands and here I am today! So how did entry into acting happen? When I was in college, I used to model part-time in Chennai & Hyderabad. Then Anish Kuruvilla, Director of Avakay Biryani happened to see one of my ads and he called me for auditions and there was no looking back!
You are one of the few Telugu girls in the industry. Tell us about your life growing up. My dad’s a government employee, so our family was never stuck to one place, every 2-3 years he used to get a transfer. I was a very naughty girl. By the time my teachers used to hate me, I used to get out of that place. I was not really good at studies. I was always a back bencher. So you were travelling all the time? Yeah, the worst thing is that I don’t have any childhood friends. I made up for it by making lots of friends in college. Tell us about your best experience so far. Just being in this industry is an experience in itself. Enjoying every day as it comes, I am just counting my blessings. The film industry is a wonderland and it never ceases to amaze you. But if you ask me to pick a special experience out of it, I would say my debut movie Avakay Biryani will always remain special for me. The whole movie was awesome and the entire team was like a bunch of friends hanging out & shooting out. The workshop training before the shooting, the practice sessions… everything was fun. What’s it like to be in the industry? I have so much respect for everybody who works in the industry. Right from the actors’ to the character artistes to the technicians & the spot-boys, it’s a great feeling to watch everybody in action.
S BEING Y A W L A T U O B A LOVE IS NE, BUT O E M O S R O F E R THE PACE WHEN S R I E H T M E H T GIVING IS VITAL Y T S E N O H . T I D THEY NEE HIP. IN A RELATIONS
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Where do you look at yourself today? I’m relatively still a newcomer. I’m starting out & everyone’s competition. Every day is a struggle. But like I said, I am happy to be here. Has acting changed your life? Especially your personal life. Earlier, I used to be very chilled out about my make-up and clothing. I never even used to carry lipstick in my purse. Then the tabloids started complaining about my so-called ‘scruffy’ appearance. So now, I have to consciously make efforts to dress up and look really presentable. Which has been your best compliment so far? Many people talk about my eyes & dimples but I love it when people talk about my work. That certainly makes my day. When Sekhar Kammula first saw my movie, he said I just didn’t look like a debutante. I was on top of the world that day. What about male attention? You must get a lot of it. Any crazy fans? There was this guy from Guntur who used to visit my sets everyday and ask me to marry him. Wow, how did you react? Well, I was scared for a while but he was really nice, he never really disturbed me or anything. I always used to keep him at a safe distance though. One thing you want to change about yourself… Oh trust me, there are so many things that I want to change. I’m lazy and my mom always complains. So that’s one thing. And I trust people easily. So I guess I should learn to be aware of people’s intentions. Physically I hate my nose & have always wanted to have surgery. Wow, that’s a brave admission. Care to elaborate? There’s nothing wrong with wanting a nose job. There’s a saying that
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doctors give what God doesn’t. At the end of the day, if it’s bringing out a positive change in you, if it’s building your confidence, then there’s nothing wrong in it. It’s common in the film industry. But it should not become an obsession over small things. So you will get a nose job soon? Actually, I almost had it done. I got an appointment fixed but got cold feet at the last moment. What if something went wrong? What if my face got messed up? It was a scary feeling. Were your parents alright with your decision? My dad refused to let me go ahead with the nose job. The reason being, everybody says I got my grandmother’s nose. So he feels strongly against it. But I did manage to convince him.
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What about getting into movies? Were they supportive? Initially, there was lots of tension at home. My folks didn’t speak to me for a couple of months since they had a lot of negative perceptions about the industry. But I stuck to my decision. I was adamant. I had to convince my entire family including my grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins and all. And eventually, they understood that this was what I wanted to do and they support me now to the core. They are the best family. My dad gets really happy watching me on screen.
Your strengths & weakness My confidence, I am very independent, but sometimes it backfires. I have a hard time opening up. Tension keeps building up inside and I just burst out. Dream role… Any role of Angelina Jolie, I would also love to play a negative role like Ramya Krishna in Narasimha.
Do you think the casting couch exists in Tollywood? It’s just not Tollywood. Wherever you go, it exists. It happens everywhere. People tend to talk more about it in the film industry because it’s easier for them to do so.
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I AM VERY INDEPENDENT, BUT SOMETIME ES IT BACKFIRES!
What’s your favorite pastime? Movies, Movies & movies. Give me some popcorn and I’m all set. Which is your favorite hangout in Hyderabad? N-Grill If not an actress… modelling definitely! Fitness Secret… Eat in Proportions! What’s your favorite cuisine? Italian & Sea-food Do you cook? No Dream Date… Pawan Kalyan Favorite Holiday Spot I have always wanted to visit Paris. Hopefully, I will be there this summer. Are you dating anybody? Nope, Single & Lovin’ it! What do you look for in your life partner? Compatibility! When do you plan to get married? As soon as I find my Mr. Perfect!
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If you get a chance to kidnap someone, who would you do kidnap? Pawan Kalyan, I would never release him! If you win 100 crores in lottery… Donate some of it & spend the rest of it all on myself! If you realized today was your last day on earth… I would go crazy! What is love to you? To me, love is about always being there for someone, but giving them their space when they need it. Honesty is vital in a relationship What is the one thing which you never wanted to happen in life? I am happy with whatever God has given me. 5 years from now… In a better position in the industry Message to your fans… Life is short! Have fun!
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SPECIAL FEATURE
THE REGALIA CALLED HYDERABAD
SHIVARANJANI REDDY
Wow! What a Wonderful Dining Table! Dining table? What’s so wonderful about it? People will ask you if you are particular to draw their attention towards a dining table. While almost every home has a dining table and there’s no particular significance attached to it except for a few anecdotes of gastronomic delights, the dining table we are talking about is not an ordinary one. It is a royal dining table that befits the majesty of the Nizams of Hyderabad. Yes, it is the longest dining table in the world. The dining table that adorns the world famous Falaknuma Palace can accommodate 101 people, 100 guests to be precise and one seat exclusively reserved for the royal host. No royal place has the distinction of hosting such a “long dinner” with noble guests drawn from various nobilities, kingdoms, princely states and empires partaking food. The Nizams of Hyderabad were unique among the princely rulers in British India that they not only had the regal taste for the furniture, but also for the food served to the guests. Everything was unique, right from the way the guests were welcomed to the way the food was served. The dining table is actually made of seven pieces, all joined together in such a way that even a leisurely examination will not tell you that it is seven pieces put into one. When the dining table is so special, what about the special room where it is located? It is no ordinary room. The room was redesigned
keeping in view the special dining table and the specially invited royal guests. When the palace was built, there was no public address system, but the Nizam called his own sound engineers to ensure that the dining hall has a special acoustic system. A small whisper in any corner of the table can be heard by the guests sitting on any of the seats. The special acoustics system was designed so that every guest, whether sitting near or far away from the Nizam could exchange his or her pleasantries with the ruler. The dining table exists to the date, with the acoustics intact. More than 100 years have passed since the dining table was made by master carpenters from special wood, and it still tells us about the royal tales and interesting anecdotes it had been witness to when the royal Hyderabad was in all its full splendour. The Falaknuma Palace literally means mirror in the sky (Falak means sky; numa means show or exhibit or mirror). It was originally the residential palace of Nawab Viqar-ul-Umra, prime minister of Hyderabad. When Nizam VI,
Mir Mahboob Ali Khan, visited the place he was so moved by its beauty and grandeur that he bought it from Viqar-ul-Umra. The Nizam had added some structures to the place. He also added precious pieces of arts and artefacts to further enhance the splendour of the palace. The main building was completed in 1884. The Nizam VI had purchased it in 1897. The dining table had the honour of “serving” Prince of Wales, later King Edward VIII. The dining hall has five large beautiful Belgian chandeliers, giving additional royal touch to it. The hall has a large collection of rare pieces of marble sculptors, paintings, artefacts and portraits. The dining table was painstaking restored recently ensuring that the original charm was not lost. Do not you think it’s time we flew back in time to be the most honoured guests of the Nizam, occupying one of the 100 seats in the dining table, partaking the lavish dinner, and chit-chatting with the most magnificent of rulers in the British India!
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HYDERABAD OF YORE
Did You Know? Nizam VII Mir Osman Ali Khan was the richest man of his times. He was featured on the cover of the Time magazine. His net worth in those days was two billion US dollars. According to economists, his wealth far surpassed the rulers of many kingdoms, including the British Empire. The Nizam VII had started what is called the “khanazad” concept. Khanazad literally means son of the palace. The Nizam felt that he should pay back his loyal soldiers and close attendants who had served him for long. The Nizam had selected their sons and paid special allowances. All that these Khanazad had to do was to present themselves before the Nizam twice a day, make a long bow to greet the ruler. The present day Women’s College in Koti was originally a palace built by Kamal Khan. The building still bears the initials KK, standing for Kamal Khan, the noble. The Nizam had purchased the palace from Kamal Khan. It is one of the few palaces still surviving the vagaries of nature and human encroachments. The grave of the mother of Nizam VII Mir Osman Ali Khan is located in King Koti, where the Nizam had lived. The Nizam VII had wished that his grave be located beside the grave of his mother. So he was laid to rest in King Koti palace and not in Mecca Masjid, where the graves of other Asaf Jahi rulers are located. The Nizam had a penchant for luxury cars. It is estimated that he had 200 cars including the most expensive automobiles. But he rarely used them.
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SPECIAL FEATURE
Watch & Worship!
Hyderabad Life brings you the best hangout spots in the city to catch the world cup action!
Rush Sports Bar This place is screening all the matches in HD. Apart from that, the during-the-match offers are fantastic. A few of their offers include a bucket of beers with 2 starters for just Rs499/- or unlimited Indian spirits with 4 starters for Rs799/-
Rush Sports Cafe, Above Ratnadeep Super Market, Hitec City.
Bottles & Chimney It’s as close as you can get to the real thing in Bottles & Chimney this world cup. They are equipped with 6 LCDs and an outdoor bistro section with a huge screen, all of them fitted with stadium sound to get the real feel. They have a World Cup special offer on pints where you pay for 4 and get 6 instead.
Opposite old Airport, Begumpet.
News Café When in Rome be a Roman they say, News Café certainly took this seriously. You can order the cuisine of the country that you are supporting. Whichever country is playing, their most popular food dish and drink make up the special world cup menu of the day. Prices range from Rs.549/- to Rs.599/- on combos and beer buckets for Rs.699/-
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Cafe Melange This is one place you just shouldn’t miss out. Catch the World Cup on their gigantic screen and cheer on with their amazing special offers. The wraps and sandwiches are a treat in store. This is certainly one of the most exciting yet comfortable places to catch the tournament! Their offers are priced at Rs 444/- and Rs 555/- which combine a choice of Hooka, food and beverages.
383, Road no.82, Filmnagar.
Hard Rock Café You want to see your team rock this world cup, then you better catch their matches at Hard Rock Café. There is no better way to watch than in a bigscreen set amid the perfect world cup ambience. Their world cup special offer includes unlimited Indian Liquor with select appetizers/starters for just Rs999/-.
Hard Rock Cafe GVK 1, Road No 1, Banjara Hills.
Xtreme Sports Bar Catch the World Cup live at a place specifically meant for high adrenaline sporting freaks. Armed with LCDs and Plasmas where ever you look, you can be sure not to miss even a moment of the biggest sporting event in the cricketing world. The digital surround sound is sure to keep you in the action throughout the match.
Ground Floor, Shop No. 3/4, Alcazar Plaza, Opp. City Centre, Road No. 1, Banjara Hills.
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The 83rd Academy Awards took place on February 27 at Hollywood’s Kodak Theatre. One billion viewers worldwide tuned in to the glitz and glamour of Oscar Night. The show itself was nothing to write home about as the first-time hosts Anne Hathaway and James Franco were clearly ill at ease & were a pale comparison of the world-class hosts that we are used to. While Hathaway sometimes seemed game in a succession of stunning dresses, poor James Franco looked even more uncomfortable than a man considering self-amputation. Hyderabad Life brings you the list of the winners…
Best Picture – The King’s Speech Best Actor – Colin Firth, The King’s Speech Best Actress – Natalie Portman, Black Swan Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Christian Bale, The Fighter
Best Actress in a Supporting Role – Melissa Leo, The Fighter
Best Animated Picture – Toy Story 3 Best Director – Tom Hooper, The King’s Speech Best Cinematography – Wally Pfister, Inception Best Art Direction – Robert Stromberg, Karen O’hara, Alice In Wonderland
Best Film Editing – Angus Wall and Kirk Baxter, The Social Network
Best Visual Effects – Paul Franklin, Chris Corbould, Andrew Lockley and Peter Bebb, Inception
Best Documentary – Charles Ferguson and Audrey Marrs, Inside Job
Best Documentary Short – Karen Goodman and Kirk Simon, Strangers No More
Best Foreign Language Film – In a Better World, Denmark Best Original Screenplay – David Seidler, The King’s Speech Best Adapted Screenplay – Aaron Sorkin, The Social Network Best Original Score – Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, The Social Network Best Original Song – ‘We Belong Together’, Toy Story 3, Randy Newman Best Sound Editing – Richard King, Inception Best Sound Mixing – Lora Hirschberg, Gary A. Rizzo and Ed Novick, Inception Best Costume Design – Colleen Atwood, Alice in Wonderland Best Makeup – Rick Baker and Dave Elsey, The Wolfman 40
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BOX OFFICE
NO STRINGS ATTACHED Cast: Ashton Kutcher, Natalie Portman Director: Ivan Reitman Producer: Gary Barber, Jeffrey Clifford Music: John Debney No Strings Attached is a comedy based on the age old debate of whether a relationship can be built based purely on sex with no emotional connection whatsoever? Even though most of the movie is pretty much predictable, the problems faced by people in such relationships have been portrayed very realistically. Even though the end can be imagined frame by frame by just reading the title, the movie does manage to surprise you with things, which you did expect to happen, by cleverly timing the event to creep up on you when not expected. In this comedy, Emma (Natalie Portman) and Adam (Ashton Kutcher) are life-long friends who almost ruin everything by having sex one morning. In order to protect their friendship, they make a pact to keep their relationship strictly “no strings attached.” “No strings” means no jealousy, no expectations, no fighting, no flowers, no baby voices. It means they can do whatever they want, as long as they don’t fall in love.
PATIALA HOUSE Cast: Akshay Kumar, Anushka Sharma, Rishi Kapoor, Dimple Kapadia
Director: Nikhil Advani Producer: Bhushan Kumar, Mukesh Talreja Music: Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy Patiala House uses a not-so-frequently tried formula in Bollywood, venturing into a family drama interwoven with cricket. There have been very few movies earlier based on the same storyline and have met with relatively good success. In the movie, the plot could have revolved around any sport and not necessarily Cricket. Maybe the sport was selected keeping the Indian viewers in mind and not to forget the biggest cricket extravaganza that is underway. The film narrates the story of Gattu (Akshay) a second generation Indian in the UK who sacrifices his dreams and aspirations to live as per the terms set by his father played by Rishi Kapoor. But, life presents a second chance to Gattu after many years. The film showcases different emotions and is sure to moisten the eyes of the audience. It also conveys an under lying message that life always gives a second chance and that a person should never lose heart. 42
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KATHA SCREENPLAY DARSAKATVAM APPALARAJU Cast: Sunil, Swati Director: Ramgopal Varma Producer: Kiran Kumar Koneru Music: Koti Some say Ram Gopal Varma intended KSD Appalraju to be a laughter riot for the viewer especially with the fun poked at the prominent industry people. Some don’t agree with it! Even though RGV is known for his effective screenplay, crisp, short and straight dialogues and on a whole, a master style of handling, these elements these were missing in Appalraju. He needs to understand that the objective of making a film is not just about fulfilling the director’s creative satisfaction. It is also about the satisfaction or to say the least, some entertainment for the audience. The story is about the perils that Appalaraju (Sunil) faces when he comes to Hyderabad from Amalapuram to fulfill his dream of directing a movie. He comes across different people from the industry with different attitudes and in a twist of fate, is forced to join hands with mafia don Srisailam Anna (Brahmi) who becomes the producer of this film. Doe he goes on to achieve his goal from there is anyone’s guess.
S.W.A.T FIREFIGHT Cast: Gabriel Macht, Robert Patrick, Kristanna Loken Director: Benny Boom Producer: Rui Costa Reis, Amanda Lewis Music: John Paesano Sony Pictures produces this movie which is a sequel to SWAT, the crime action thriller movie released in 2003. The sequel is based on a script written by Reed Steiner of the Nash Bridges fame. The plot revolves around Lieutenant Paul Cutler played by Gabriel Macht who is transferred to Detroit to put a local SWAT team through a training regimen. He finds himself to be a target of a Government killer named Walter Hatch played by Robert Patrick of Terminator II fame who blames Cutler for the death of his beloved played by Kristanna Loken, who incidentally is of Terminator III fame. With all the government officials backing Walter Hatch, will Cutler be able to save himself and his team?
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BOX OFFICE
YEH FAASLEY Cast: Anupam Kher, Pavan Malhotra, Rushad Rana, Tena Desae
Director: Yogesh Mittal Producer: Omprakash Mittal Music: Deepak Pandit The movie has a very interesting plot along with very capable actors. Anupam Kher who plays a renowned builder in town has a daughter who comes back to stay with him after completing her studies abroad. He a plays a doting father who lets his daughter have her way in life. The only that his daughter misses is their mother who had passed away while she was just a kid. Things slowly start to go wrong between the father and daughter when she finds a will left behind by her mother who died in a car accident. This sparks the fuel of suspicion and what happens next forms the rest of the movie.
DONGALA MUTA Cast:Ravi Teja, Charmi, Prakash Raj, Lakshmi Manchu Director: Ram Gopal Verma Producer: Kiran Kumar Koneru Music: Sathyam
The much-talked-about experimental movie has finished its super quick shooting and is now in the post production phase. Dongala Muta is said to be shot with a new technology which is very effective for action entertainers. The movie is said to have a running time of 2 hours with Ravi Teja and Charmi playing the lead. The other noted people in the movie are Prakash Raj, Lakshmi Manchu and Brahmanandam. The movie has zero Cost investment. None of the cast or the crew has been paid as they all have agreed to a certain share of the profit that the movie manages to generate after its release. This movie is certainly one of the most anticipated movies in recent times.
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Podusthunna Poddumeeda Jai Bholo Telangana Chakri Gaddar
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Laungda Lashkara Patiala House Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy Mahalashmi Iyer, Hard Kaur, Jassi
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Song : F**kin’ Perfect Album : Greatest Hits...So Far!!! Singer : P!nk
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Dil Ne Mere Dil Ne Tum Hi To Ho Anand-Milind Udit Narayan, Shreya Ghoshal
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Chinukula Rali Aha Naa Pellanta Raghu Kunche Raghu Kunche, Anjana Soumya
Song : Dilli Movie : No One Killed Jessica Music : Amit Trivedi Singer : Aditi Singh Sharma, Shriram Iyer, Tochi Raina Sharma Song Movie Music Singer Song Movie Music Singer
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Yeh Vaada Nakshatra Samir Sen Ravindra Singh, Ujwala Jadhav : : : :
Yamla Pagla Deewana Yamla Pagla Deewana Pyarelal, RDB Sonu Nigam, Nindy Kaur
Song : What’s My Name? Album : Loud Singer : Rihanna Featuring Drake
Song : Hey Baby Album : Hey Baby (Drop It to the Floor) Singer : Pitbull Featuring T-Pain
Song : Hold It Against Me Album : Hold It Against Me Singer : Britney Spears
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DVD REVIEW
COLOURS of BOLLYWOOD The Festival of colors is upon us, and planning for Holi parties are in full swing. Apart from the colors and the sweets, an integral part of the festival is music, especially Bollywood music. It’s really difficult to even think of a party immersed in color and no Bollywood songs to match your moves. We put together 10 DVD must-see movies which feature songs on Holi.
Silsila (1981) Holi Song: Rang Barse Cast: Shashi Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan, Rekha and Jaya Bhaduri Director: Yash Chopra Silsila is Yash Chopra’s take on relationships and extra marital affair in a modern 80s India. A romantic drama, it is quiet, serious and focused, and is shot beautifully like every other movie made by Chopra.
Nadiya Ke Paar (1982) Holi Song: Jogi Ji Cast: Sachin, Sadhana Singh Director: Govind Moonis Nadiya Ke paar is a family drama with an interesting twist. The lead character played by Sachin is forced to choose between his love and his brother who recently has lost his wife and has a small son.
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Sholay (1975)
Kati Patang (1970)
Holi Song: Holi ke Din Cast: Dharmendra, Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bhaduri and Hema Malini Director: Ramesh Sippy
Holi Song: Aaj na chodenge Cast: Rajesh Khanna, Asha Parekh and Prem Chopra Director: Shakti Samanta
The movie that is highly regarded as one of the best movies ever created in India. It serves as a bench mark till date and revolutionized the way movies were made during its time. It has an interesting plot of two good friends who are also petty thieves fighting a gang of robbers.
A true classic for the hopeless romantic! An ageless epic of romance and with sprinkles of suspense and agony of a woman scorned by one and yet passionate and protective of another whom she had betrayed unknowingly.
Darr (1993)
Baghban (2003)
Holi Song: Ang se ang lagana sajan Cast: Sunny Deol, Juhi Chawla and Shah Rukh Khan Director: Yash Chopra
Holi Song: Holi Khele Raghuveera Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Hema Malini, Salman Khan and Salman Khan Director: Ravi Chopra
The story revolves around a woman caught between one man’s love and another man’s obsession which is even beyond stalking. She fears one and fears for the other. One stands for love and the other for life. Who will she choose?
Akhir Kyon (1985)
The story follows an elderly couple who wish that their children care for them in their old age. But their children see and treat them as a burden. They struggle to regain their worth and dignity for themselves and others.
Kamchor (1982)
Holi Song: Saat Rang Me Cast: Rajesh Khanna, Smita Patil and Rakesh Roshan Director: J. Om Prakash
Holi Song: Mal De Gulaal Sajan Cast: Rakesh Roshan, Jayapradha and Tanuja Director: K. Vishwanath
The plot revolves around the extra marital affair of a husband with his wife’s sister. The story follows the wife as she abandons her new born child and her husband and goes to the city, where she falls in love with a sensitive writer. Will she be happy from there or will her past catch up with her?
The story revolves around a man named Suraj, who is nothing but a slacker. He comes up with this amazing plan of getting married to a girl and then tries to live off her parents. Even though he does succeed in getting married to a girl, he is in for a surprise when he finds out that the girl has aspirations of living independently.
Navrang (1959) Holi Song: Are Ja Re Hat Natkhat Cast: Mahipal, Sandhya and Ulhas Director: Rajaram Vankudre Shantaram 19th Century sage/poet/artistic type Divakar has lost his muse. This is where Sandhya comes in. In a dual role of his beloved and his muse she performs some gob smacking classically inspired pieces.
Mohabbatein (2000) Holi Song: Sony sony Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Aishwarya Rai Director: Aditya Chopra Gurukul is one of India’s top colleges headed by Narayan Shankar. He is a man of staunch principles, so romance is strictly forbidden. Enter Raj Aryan, the music teacher who not only believes in love but also induces three of his students to follow their heart and fall in love.
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BOOK REVIEW
AYN RAND Ayn Rand, born Alisa Zinov’yevna Rosenbaum, (February 2 1905 – March 6, 1982) was a RussianAmerican novelist, philosopher, playwright, and screenwriter. She is known for her two bestselling novels and for developing a philosophical system she called Objectivism. Born and educated in Russia, Rand migrated to the United States in 1926. She worked as a screenwriter in Hollywood and had a play produced on Broadway in 1935– 1936. She first achieved fame with her 1943 novel The Fountainhead. Over a decade later, she published her magnum opus, the philosophical novel Atlas Shrugged, in 1957. Rand’s political views, reflected in both her fiction and nonfiction work, emphasize individual rights (including property rights) and laissez-faire capitalism, enforced by a constitutionally limited government. She was a fierce opponent of all forms of collectivism and statism, including fascism, communism, socialism, and the welfare state,
and promoted ethical egoism while rejecting the ethic of altruism. She considered reason to be the only means of acquiring knowledge and its advocacy the most important aspect of her philosophy, stating, “I am not primarily an advocate of capitalism, but of egoism; and I am not primarily an advocate of egoism, but of reason. If one recognizes the supremacy of reason and applies it consistently, all the rest follows.” Rand developed an integrated philosophical system called “Objectivism.” Its essence is “the concept of man as a heroic being, with his own happiness as the moral purpose of his life, with productive achievement as his noblest activity, and reason as his only absolute.”
to an autobiography as I will ever write. It is not an autobiography in the literal, but only in the intellectual sense. The plot is invented, the background is not...” Without Rand’s knowledge or permission, We the Living was made into a pair of Italian films, Noi vivi and Addio, Kira, in 1942. Rediscovered in the 1960s, these films were re-edited into a new version which was approved by Rand and re-released as We the Living in 1986. Her novella Anthem was published in England in 1938 and in America seven years later. It presents a vision of a dystopian future world in which totalitarian collectivism has triumphed to such an extent that even the word ‘I’ has been forgotten and replaced with ‘we’.
Her first novel, the semiautobiographical We the Living, was published in 1936. Set in Soviet Russia, it focused on the struggle between the individual and the state. In the foreword to the novel, Rand stated that We the Living “is as near
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THE FOUNTAINHEAD Rand’s first major success as a writer came with The Fountainhead in 1943, a romantic and philosophical novel that she wrote over a period of seven years. The novel centers on an uncompromising young architect named Howard Roark and his struggle against what Rand described as “second-handers”—those who attempt to live through others, placing others above self. It was rejected by twelve publishers before finally being accepted by the BobbsMerrill Company on the insistence of editor Archibald Ogden, who threatened to quit if his employer did not publish it.
ATLAS SHRUGGED Atlas Shrugged, published in 1957, was Rand’s magnum opus. Rand described the theme of the novel as “the role of the mind in man’s existence—and, as a corollary, the demonstration of a new moral philosophy: the morality of rational self-interest.” It advocates the core tenets of Rand’s philosophy of Objectivism and expresses her concept of human achievement. The plot involves a dystopian United States in which the most creative industrialists, scientists and artists go on strike and retreat to a mountainous hideaway where they build an independent free economy. The novel’s hero and leader of the strike, John Galt, describes the strike as “stopping the motor of the world” by withdrawing the minds of the individuals most contributing to the nation’s wealth and achievement. With this fictional strike, Rand intended to illustrate that without the efforts of the rational and productive, the economy would collapse and society would fall apart. The novel includes elements of mystery and science fiction, and
it contains Rand’s most extensive statement of Objectivism in any of her works of fiction, a lengthy monologue delivered by Galt. Atlas Shrugged became an international bestseller, and in an interview with Mike Wallace Rand declared herself “the most creative thinker alive.” Rand’s last work of fiction, it marked a turning point in her life, ending her career as novelist and beginning her role as a popular philosopher. After completing the novel of more than one thousand pages, however, Rand fell into a severe depression that may have been aggravated by her use of prescription amphetamines.
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GADGETS
Hyderabad Life brings to you the latest technology & reviews in the tech world covering a range of emerging equipment & products. Let the geek in you rise to glory!
Travelteq Trip Sound Speaker Suitcase The Trip Sound Speaker Suitcase is designed for travelers who want to enjoy their favorite music on-the-go. The speaker produces sound of the highest quality, and the bass is a force to be reckoned with. When placed into its proper spot inside the suitcase, the system sounds even better because of the resonating aluminum. Measuring 55cm x 25cm x 35cm, the Trip Sound Speaker Suitcase has a pair of 15W speakers with the total power per channel of 15W. Its built-in battery provides enough juice for up to 8-hour of music playback. Additionally, the bag also has wheels and a handle for rolling through the airport. Other than the speaker system, the case features a place for your clothes and a front section for organizing office supplies and holding your laptop.
iPod Video Enlarger Ever wished your iPod had a larger screen so that you could have a better movie experience? Your wish has just come true with the new portable iPod enlarger. Armed with a 9” wide screen, it is compatible with most models of iPods and iPhones. The iPod sits snugly in the video player and it also includes a twin stereo headphone jacks. The portable iPod enlarger uses the active Matrix technology that facilitates the use of LCD to quickly redraw images to give high resolution images and apart from an iPod and an iPhone this cool gadget can also pull out data from a USB drive and other SD/MMC cards. An easy to use menu on the screen enables you to set up the device quickly to suit your data source. The device also offers the option of charging the iPods while in use. It reads almost all the popular video and audio formats. Its comes with amazing battery back-up as well, where in it can go up to 4 hours on iPod viewing.
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Clock powered by water We do understand that the flow of water is used to generating power, but a clock directly using water to power itself is a whole new concept and it certainly is a giant leap when it comes to going green. The fancy design of the clock makes it a very trendy item which can be placed on any desk and the most amazing thing about the clock is that it runs on any electrolytic liquid such as coffee, soda, and if you can spare some from your six pack, then even beer! The clock is provided with a small capacity tank to store the liquid and an interval converter draws electrons from this liquid which in turn provides the clock with a constant supply of electric currents that keep it running. The Clock displays both time and date in easy to read letters and it’s provided with an option to place flowers in the tank and use the clock simultaneously as a vase. Now that’s what we call going green!!
The Spy Watch This is an absolute cool gadget straight from a bond movie. The feature-packed watch is well equipped to actually grace the wrist of any international spy. The SpyNet Mission Video Watch is a spy gear disguised as a wristwatch. Therefore, it has all of the necessary functions that normal watches have. For example, it tells time, it has the usual stopwatch and timer modes as part of the disguise. The alarm mode isn’t out of place, either. You need it to remind you when your mission begins. The SpyNet Mission Video Watch can record Still Images, Audio and also video. Whatever may be your requirement, this gadget is sure to come in more than handy. It’s well concealed as a watch nobody would even suspect that this watch could actually video tape them and replay it as well on its screen. It is specially suited for sting operation to catch culprits in the act. The SpyNet Mission Video Watch is a gadget for everybody. Whether you are a geek, a gadget lover, an aspiring spy, or an ordinary person, this watch certainly has something for you.
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GAMING
GAMES OR EXAMS…. GAMES ANY DAY!! With exams just round the corner, most Xboxes and Play stations have been banned in homes, but a true gamer will continue gaming, whenever and with anything possible. With computers still accessible for a few lucky students, we look at some games that would keep you away from books on the pretext of important research. Shads
REVIEW
Breach
When it was first launched, the concept of online military shooter games was very exciting. The experience you had to build to earn the points and unlock new perks was unheard of and absolutely out of this world although the current generation of gamers have been there and done that. It still does provide endless hours of excitement if done the right way. Breach delivers some excitement, as an online first-person shooter action. It is a typical FPS with generic visuals and game-play. But it sure delivers the satisfaction that goes with taking out enemy players with a well-placed headshot from afar or emerging alive and victorious from a deadly close-quarters firefight.
FOR IT Core shooting action is fun Good assortment of game modes Maps have nicely varied terrain.
AGAINST IT Experience system makes earning perks and gear a grind Unremarkable visuals and sound Significant performance issues.
REVIEW
Two Worlds II If you are looking for a really good role playing game that keeps up with a good story, you will find it in Two Worlds II. Your character can live through a lot of customization and the world is rich of 70 hours of action-role playing with more than 300 quests. This is an entertaining journey, due in no small part to intriguing but accessible systems that let you create your own magic spells, concoct potions, and upgrade your favorite weapons and armor. If you’ve been looking to lose yourself in a fantastical kingdom, Two Worlds II is a fine way to escape the rigors of the real world.
FOR IT
AGAINST IT
A big world brimming with tons of missions and monsters A lot of clever, humorous touches Fun, flexible weapon upgrade and spell creation systems Visual diversity makes it fun to explore.
The story and characters are so uninteresting they barely register All sorts of AI and path-finding troubles Some control and interface quirks.
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REVIEW
Majesty 2: Monster Kingdom Majesty 2 embarks on its best expansion yet, adding monster sidekicks and softening the difficulty level to the real-time king simulation. We really appreciate the bold and creative story line. The only drawbacks we found were the loads of input errors. Even the basic formula of the original remains unchanged which could get monotonous over a period of time. Monster Kingdom, the third expansion for the real-time king simulation Majesty 2, sees your titular character booted off the throne and sent into exile with just his sidekick for company. Scrambling to get back to power requires cozying up to the creatures that you spent most of your time killing in the previous entries in this franchise, which gives this add-on a different vibe from its predecessors and the number of core gameplay enhancements makes this campaign more playable.
FOR IT Innovative premise puts you on the side of the monsters you used to kill Not as insanely tough as the earlier expansions in the series Fair mission design that doesn’t demand trial-and-error experimentation.
AGAINST IT Doesn’t do much to evolve the basic Majesty 2 formula Loaded with typos.
Fallout: New Vegas - Dead Money
REVIEW
If there is one thing that stands out when you play this game is the number of traps that you need to escape. There is a trap waiting for you at every step. No doubt that it’s really thrilling and the sense of achievement is amazing when you clear a level, but there is a better possibility of you getting frustrated by the time you complete it. The trial-and-error frustrations diminish the impact of this add-on’s great characters and dialogue. In the game there are several jumping bits, but it is supported by unresponsive jumping mechanics. Fortunately, great voice acting and intriguing new characters provide a counterpoint to the flaws and inspire you to push ahead regardless of the frustrations.
FOR IT Excellent dialogue and voice acting bring the new characters to life At first, it’s satisfying to avoid or destroy traps A A good length for a good price.
AGAINST IT Avoiding hazards eventually gets tedious and annoying The villa’s mazelike streets are visually unappealing The forced stealth and escape sequences aren’t at all enjoyable. 53
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VROOM
ROUGH IT UP IN
LUXURY!!
Shads
Mercedes Benz G Class G55 AMG It’s here, the world’s best off-roader, for those who like to rough it out in style – the new Mercedes Benz G Class. Be it the looks, power or just the brand, G55 AMG is sure to thrill you out of your skin. The fact that it’s loaded with state of the art technology just makes the car even more sought-after. It offers something that no other SUV offers – insane offroad capabilities combined with absolute luxury.
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The rugged looks of the G55 tell a tale of its rich pedigree, specifically bred to serve the military during the world war. Once inside, the stunning ruggedness turns into a very comfy luxury ambience. The demon inside the hood has a huge appetite of 5.5L. Add to it a V8 with 5 speed transmission and the result is a whooping 507 horses generating an insane 700NM of torque. Stamp the gas and you’re at 100 kmph just 5.5 seconds later. Too good for any off -roader! This beast does come with a leash in the form of the AMG breaking system and a chassis inspired by a sports car. Though these specifications are awesome, an off-roader needs
something more than just a 4X4 drive. It needs the 4 ETS (Electronic Traction System). In lay man terms, it redirects more power to the wheel that loses grip on the road hence ensuring that it gets the best traction, Simple as it sounds, it generate terrific traction. It is so effective that it provides one of the best, if not the best climbing capabilities with an impressive ability to tackle an 80% climb gradient. On the design front, the G 55 AMG sports titanium grey 19-inch AMG light-alloy wheels, radiator grille with three prominent horizontal louvers, flared AMG wings, two oval chrome-plated tailpipes, which add to the SUV’s sporty look.
Apart from all the big-picture attention, the small details that make a car complete have not been ignored. From seat heating function to an electronically adjustable front seat that provides you with an option of saving your preferred seating position, some of these details are a sheer joy to experience. Even the steering wheel automatically moves up thus giving the driver more space to move in and out of the car. Now that’s what we call attention to detail! Priced at a cool Rs. 1.1 crore (ex-showroom Mumbai), this car is now the most coveted vehicle on every autoenthusiast’s wish-list!
Specification of Mercedes Benz G Class G55 AMG: Engine Type: Engine Description: No. of Cylinders: Maximum Power: Maximum Torque: Valves Per Cylinder: Transmission Type: Drive Type: Top Speed: Acceleration (0-100 kmph): Mileage: Fuel Type: Fuel Tank Capacity (litres): Emission Norm Compliance: No of Doors: Tyre Size: Tyre Type: Alloy Wheel Size:
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V8, Supercharged engine. 5.5L, 5439cc 8 507 bhp at 6100 rpm 700 Nm at 2750 ~ 4000 rpm 4 Five Speed Automatic Transmission All Wheel Drive 208 kmph 5.5 Seconds City (kmpl)5.5 Mileage-Highway (kmpl) 9.5 Petrol 80 Euro V 6 275/55 R19 Tubeless Radial 19 Inch
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EDUCATION
DEAL WITH EXAM STRESS Roohi Naaz With less than a month left for most examinations, many students find themselves weighed down by expectations. Comparisons, parental expectations and peer pressure are major concerns for students attempting their board exams. These concerns bog students down, leading to severe examination stress. The term ‘exam stress’ can be broadly defined as a feeling of anxiety over one’s performance in the exams, the results and reaction of parents and friends; all weigh upon students to create exam stress. For those of you who are appearing for these exams, here are tips that can help minimise the stress.
Maths and Physics, simplified!
Are you afraid to fail?
i. Revision tips
iv. What to eat
Develop a timetable to monitor your progress. Make sure you allocate adequate time for fun and relaxation as well.
Food rich in vitamins and proteins, such as green leafy vegetables and fresh fruits, are a must.
While revising a subject, practice writing. This would be an actual simulation of the examination itself. Plan your revision and complete it in time. This will give you a sense of achievement and build your confidence.
The nutrients will help your brain stay sharp. Avoid food with high fat content.
While revising, vary subjects and their difficulty so you don’t get bored or disheartened. Set realistic targets of what you can achieve in the time available.
v. NO distractions
Spend as much time on recall as on reading. Practice by writing answers as you would do in the exam. This will help you remember the important points when you answer each paper.
Right now, the board examinations should be your only focus. Stay away from distractions that could cause loss of concentration or unwanted anxiety. Stick to activities that do not break your study continuum.
Practice writing answers under exam conditions. Take three hour tests, without a break in between, preferably at the same time as that of the exam. This will help your body clock adjust to the examination time and conditions.
Are you studying intelligently?
Help your child ace the exams ii. Time out To prevent mental fatigue, take a short break as soon as you notice your mind is losing concentration. Stick to activities that do not break your study continuum during these breaks. Avoid television and loud music. You will then be able to come back to your revision refreshed. It is important to relax. Your mind and body perform at their best only if you get adequate rest. iii. Maintain a regular sleep pattern A regular seven hours of sleep is mandatory for the body to function well. Also, sleep at a regular time; don’t alter your sleeping cycle. It is not important whether you study late or get up early, as long as you get into the habit of being most alert at the same time as that of the exam.
Don’t drink too much coffee, tea or fizzy drinks. Caffeine will keep you up and reduce the clarity of your thinking. Keep all unimportant issues at bay.
vi. The power of positive thinking Spend time with people who have a positive effect. It will rub off on you. Avoid negative thoughts, such as ‘Everyone else seems better organized, while I’m struggling.’ Challenge such thoughts with positive thinking; for example, ‘I have done well in exams before.’ vii. Practice relaxation techniques Practice deep breathing, meditation and yoga as forms of relaxation. They help your body relax and reduce stress. Alternately, take a brisk walk in fresh air after your day’s revision is over. If you believe in God, pray before you start studying. Prayer will help you increase confidence reduce your stress as well.
And yes, best of luck with those exams.
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ADVERTORIAL
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FITNESS
EASY-TO-DO EXERCISES @ HOME!
Towel work is indispensable in teaching shoulder girdle stabilization and correct movement of the arms. You will immediately appreciate the effectiveness of this work and the fact that you can practice it at home with an everyday piece of “equipment.” Here are two movements to get you started. The first introduces a basic action and the next elaborates it into a phrase of movement.
Simple Side Bend
Use this exercise to strengthen and stretch the muscles of the waist.
Step 1 Begin standing in a wide turned-out position with the taut towel directly overhead.
Step 2 Take four full breaths while slowly bending the body to the side: Divide the space between where you start (upright) and where you’ll end up (side bend) into four equal segments, one breath for each. Each inhale lengthens the waist and each exhale bends the body more to the side. Maintain proper alignment! Keep the shoulders anchored down, the abdominals pulled in tight and the hips centered over the legs.
Step 3 Inhale as you briskly bring the body back upright. Exhale in place, deepening the connection to your core muscles. Perform this movement twice on each side, alternating sides as you go. Then do it twice more, dividing the side bend into just 2 equal movements; finally, perform the side bend in one single motion, 4 times, side to side.
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Shoulder Stretch with Contraction This movement includes articulation of the entire spine and a large range of motion for the shoulders. Only perform this if your shoulders and chest are flexible enough. If you aren’t sure, ask an instructor to determine your flexibility.
Step 1 Begin standing with legs and feet together, with the towel taut against the hips.
Step 2 As you inhale, circle the arms up and over the head in one continuous motion.
Step 3 Continue into a deep contraction, pulling the arms into the body, bowing the head and rounding the back. To finish the movement, reverse the sequence. Perform 8 times. Give the long circle of the towel a flowing feel, with a moment of suspension at the top of the movement.
Glutes Exercises
The gluteal muscles, or glutes, are one of the largest muscle groups in the body and an area that most people want to tone. Fortunately, it’s relatively easy to isolate and exercise these muscles. In this article, we’ll show you several exercises to strengthen and define your butt, including hip extensions and lunges. Let’s start this lower-body workout with donkey kicks, which work your butt and your lower back.
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Assume start position as shown by kneeling down and supporting your upper body on your forearms.
Keeping your right knee bent, slowly lift that leg behind you so your foot raises up toward the ceiling.
Return to the start position and repeat with the left leg
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HEALTH
ALL ABOUT HEART DISEASE
India has emerged as the capital of cardiovascular diseases with more and more people reporting heart ailments. Indians are by genes pre-disposed to certain heart problems, particular sudden or silent heart attacks. The World Health Organization has listed cardiac diseases as one of the leading non-communicable diseases causing death. But there’s no need to worry. Timely medical care and a few healthy tips will go a long way in protecting people from heart ailments, and prolonging the life of those already affected by heart diseases. The WHO says heart attacks are preventable, though they form the major “killers” both in developing and developed nations. Studies by WHO show that over 80 per cent of cardiovascular disease deaths take place in low-and middle-income countries and occur almost equally in men and women. Cardiovascular risk of women is particularly high after menopause.
is high or low, though occasionally there may be some symptoms. So it is mandatory that one should go in for regular BP check up. Another area of concern is diabetes. Those suffering from diabetes should make it a point to keep the blood glucose levels under check. If diabetes goes awry, it may lead to heart attack. Keep your weight under check and seek medical help immediately in case of heart attack.
Health experts the world over recommend that engaging in physical activity for at least 30 minutes daily will help to prevent heart attacks and strokes. One should also change the way one eats. Eating at least five servings of fruit and vegetables a day, and limiting the salt intake to less than one teaspoon a day, also helps to prevent the problem. Since high blood pressure has been recognized as one of the causes of sudden heart attack, it is necessary that one should go in for regular check up of blood pressure. We do not know whether our blood pressure 60
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What are cardiovascular diseases? According to WHO description, cardiovascular diseases are a group of disorders of the heart and blood vessels and include: 1. Coronary heart disease – disease of the blood vessels supplying the heart muscle 2. Cerebrovascular disease - disease of the blood vessels supplying the brain 3. Peripheral arterial disease – disease of blood vessels supplying the arms and legs 4. Rheumatic heart disease – damage to the heart muscle and heart valves from rheumatic fever, caused by streptococcal bacteria. 5. Congenital heart disease - malformations of heart structure existing at birth 6. . Deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism – blood clots in the leg veins, which can dislodge and move to the heart and lungs.
What are the risk factors? As per WHO norms, the most important behavioral risk factors of heart disease and stroke are unhealthy diet, physical inactivity and tobacco use. Behavioral risk factors are responsible for about 80 per cent of coronary heart disease and cerebrovascular disease. The effects of unhealthy diet and physical inactivity may show up in individuals as raised blood pressure, raised blood glucose, raised blood lipids, and overweight and obesity; these are called ‘intermediate risk factors. Stress is also one of the important issues.
What are common symptoms? Often, there are no symptoms of the underlying disease of the blood vessels. A heart attack or stroke may be the first warning of underlying disease. Symptoms of a heart attack include: 1. Pain or discomfort in the centre of the chest: 2. Pain or discomfort in the arms, the left shoulder, elbows, jaw, or back. 3. Difficulty in breathing or shortness of breath; 4. Feeling sick or vomiting; feeling light-headed or faint; breaking into a cold sweat; and becoming pale. Women are more likely to have shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, and back or jaw pain. The most common symptom of a stroke is sudden weakness of the face, arm, or leg, most often on one side of the body. Other symptoms include sudden onset of: numbness of the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body; confusion, difficulty speaking or understanding speech; difficulty seeing with one or both eyes; difficulty walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination; severe headache with no known cause; and fainting or unconsciousness. The WHO suggestions say that those experiencing these symptoms should seek medical care immediately.
Is there any treatment? Effective and inexpensive medication is available to treat nearly all CVDs. Survivors of a heart attack or strokes are at a high risk of recurrences and dying from them. The risk of a recurrence or death can be substantially lowered with a combination of drugs – aspirin, statins to lower cholesterol and blood pressure. Surgical interventions to treat CVDs include coronary artery bypass, balloon angioplasty, valve repair and replacement, heart transplantation, and artificial heart operations. As clichéd as it may sound, the adage ‘Prevention is better than cure’ holds true. The best way to avoid suffering is to follow a healthy diet, exercise regularly and live a healthy life. 61
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FOOD GUIDE
TANDOORI WOODS!! INDIAN PARADISO OPENS AT OF COURSE IN HYDERABAD
Shadrach Thomas
Indian Paradiso is now open in Of Course, Hyderabad’s premier Mini Golf Destination. Set amidst an amazing ambiance, you would never think Indian Mughlai and Golf go together so well. It makes a perfect setting to kick back and enjoy a leisure day with the best of food to gobble down. Indian Paradiso serves up a wide range of Kebabs, Curries and Rotis, which ensures that a growling tummy would not come in between you and your aspirations to do a Tiger Woods, only on the golf course, we hope.
They also serve yummy Rolls for the golfing enthusiast who can’t wait to hit the course and would love to have their food on the go. Their specials also include seafood cuisine and vegetarian dishes. Indian Paradiso also provides amazing combos for both vegetarians and non vegetarians at really affordable prices. Grab a combo for less than Rs200/- that includes a curry, 2 Naans, a biryani and ice cream. Need we say more?
Of Course: 18 Hole Mini Golf Course Plot No 140, Kavuri Hills, Lane Opposite Madhapur Police Station, Madhapur. Ph: 90300 08883, 040 4260 3515
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The Royal Mughals are back in town! They never went anywhere in the first place, you say? But visit this place and you’ll understand what we mean. The recently-opened Rubaiyat restaurant serves up not only the dishes of royal origin, but also provides the ambiance to make you a part of that royal era.
Ground Floor, Cyber Pearl, The traditional Mughal Mahal themed interiors and archway take you back to the glorious past of the Mughals when most of these dishes were prepared in the kitchens of the royal Mughal Emperors. Rubaiyat serves up a variety of dishes which will have you spoilt for choice. Treated as royalties, which also includes Brass Cutlery to emphasize the ambiance, the food served includes exquisite dishes such as the Irani Machi Tikka and Martaban Ka Meat. Even the vegetarians have a lot to look out for as the dishes like spicy Panner Jali Kebab are totally out of this world.
Hi-tech City Ph: 789 301 0000/01/02
All in all, a must-have Mughali experience that shouldn’t be missed!
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RECIPE Hyderabad life Brings you the Recipes of the must-have holi Bhang drinks that will make you enjoy this Festival the traditional way! Savour these bhang drinks and celebrate this festival on a high!
Flavoured Bhang Drink Ingredients 2 cups water 1 ounce marijuana (fresh leaves and flowers of a female plant preferred) 4 cups warm milk 2 tablespoons blanched and chopped almonds 1/8 teaspoon garam masala (a mixture of cloves, cinnamon, and cardamon) 1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger 1/2 to 1 teaspoon rosewater 1 cup sugar Method Bring the water to a rapid boil and pour into a clean teapot. Remove any seeds or twigs from the marijuana, add it to the teapot and cover. Let this brew for about 7 minutes. Now strain the water and marijuana through a piece of muslin cloth, collect the water and save. Take the leaves and flowers and squeeze between your hands to extract any liquid that remains. Add this to the water.
HOT BUTTERED BHANG Ingredients Half a cube (1/8 pound) of butter or ghee 1/3 - 1/2 oz. Of Marijuana Leaves 8 ounces of Vodka 1-2 pinches Cardamom seed honey Method In a pan, melt the butter or ghee. Break up the marijuana leaves into the pan. Once the butter and leaves are hot and sizzling, add in 8 ounces of vodka. Be careful that the hot butter doesn’t make the mixture splatter. Pour the Vodka in swiftly to avoid problems. Continue boiling the mixture for roughly 30 more seconds, stirring simultaneously. Add a pinch or two or powdered cardamom seed while boiling. Once mixture has been boiled to desired amount, strain the fluids and mash the contents through a strainer. You should use a tool like a spoon to try and squeeze all the
Place the leaves and flowers in a mortar and add 2 teaspoons warm milk. Slowly but firmly grind the milk and leaves together. Gather up the marijuana and squeeze out as much milk as you can. Repeat this process until you have used about 1/2 cup of milk (about 4 to 5 times). Collect all the milk that has been extracted and place in a bowl. By this time the marijuana will have turned into a pulpy mass. Add the chopped almonds and some more warm milk. Grind this in the mortar until a fine paste is formed. Squeeze this paste and collect the extract as before. Repeat a few more times until all that is left are some fibers and nut meal. Discard the residue. Combine all the liquids that have been collected, including the water the marijuana was brewed in. Add to this the garam masala, dried ginger and rosewater. Add the sugar and remaining milk. Chill, serve, and enjoy.
juices out. Throw away the mush, or reboil to try and bet more juices out. Pour the liquid into two 4 ounce wine glasses. This Recipe serves two people. This is an extremely efficient method for extracting the THC. Add honey to taste and enjoy as a hot chocolateesque Drink! The effects of the recipe will be felt within 15 withings. Prepare to have a good time!
BHANG KI THANDAI Bhaang is prepared by grounding the buds and leaves of Cannabis using a mortar and pestle into a green paste. It is mixed with milk, ghee, and spices to prepare a nutritious, refreshing drink known as Thandai, which is intoxicating in nature. Ingredients: 1 1/2 liter - Water 1 1/2 cups - Sugar 1 cup - Milk 1 tbsp - Almonds
1 tbsp - Watermelon/Cantaloupe seeds (dried and skinned) 1/2 tbsp - Poppy seeds 1/2 tbsp - Aniseed 1/2 tsp - Cardamom powder 1 tsp - Peppercorns (whole) 1/4 cup - Dried or fresh rose petals (Gulkand variety) Method: Soak sugar in 1/2 liter of water and all other dry ingredients in 2 cups of water for at least 2 hours. Grind all soaked ingredients (not sugar) to a very fine paste. Mix remaining water to the paste and strain it using a strong muslin strainer to extract the liquid into a vessel until the residue becomes dry. Add milk and sugar to the extracted liquid. Mix the cardamom powder in the milk. Chill for an hour of two before serving. Makes about 8 glasses
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Hyderabad Life brings you the latest hot spot residential properties in town! Even though you are spoilt for choice, our project ratings help you make the right decision!
MODI BUILDERS SPLENDOUR Location: 5km from Kukatpally ‘SPLENDOUR’ is an apartment complex with state of the art amenities and recreational facilities spread over a land area of about 4.5 acres and 480 premium apartments.
Amenities: 38000 Sft clubhouse, Sports Facilities, Gymnasium, Swimming pool, Steam & Sauna, no common walls, Generator Backup, 8 automatic lifts, double cellar, 24 Hrs security service EAPBX facility
Floor plan ranges from 966 Sft to 1933 Sft Price: Ranges from Rs.23,02,750 to Rs.44,07,625 Corporate Office: 5-4- 187/3&4, III Floor, M.G Road, Secunderabad - 03, A.P, India. Ph: 91-40- 66336633 / 66333111 Fax: 91-40-27541450 mail: sales@modibuilders.com, customercare@modibuilders.com
Hyderabad Life ratings: on a scale of five Location: Amenities: Value For money:
LEGEND CHIMES Location: Kokapet Over 300 Premium Villa spread across 45 acres of greenery. Tucked away from the city crowd and Noise, it’s a perfect luxurious haven with spectacular features.
Amenities: Underground Cabling, Broad band Connectivity, Water treatment plant, Backup generator, Solar Fencing, Intercom Facility, Poly clinic, 24-Hour security, Super Market, Laundry, Gymnasium, Outdoor sports, library, Spa & swimming pool.
Floor Plan: 4000Sft Price: on demand Corporate Office: 6th Floor, The Legend apt, Renuka Enclave, Opp Necklace Road Rlwy Station. Raj Bhavan Road, Somajiguda, Hyderabad – 500 082 Ph: 040 66630663/ 9298111116 Fax: 040 66630992 Mail: marketing@legendindia.co.in
Hyderabad Life ratings: on a scale of five Location: Amenities: Value For money:
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RAMKY PEARL Location: Kukatpally A 17-acre habitat with luxury triplex villas in sprawling acreage sitting by a natural lake
Amenities: Covered Swimming Pool, Out-door and In-door sports, Gymnasium, Multipurpose hall, Super Market, Salon/Beauty Parlor, Laundry, ATM Center, Solar Fencing. Underground cabling.
Floor Plan: 3000Sft & 3900Sft Price: On request Corporate Office: No.1-118/23, Plot No.23, Rohini Layout, Lane Adj to NIFT, Madhapur HYDERABAD-500081, Phone: 040-64557575, 23111667/8 Fax: +91- 40 – 23351679 Email: customercare_refpl@ramky.com Hyderabad life rating Location: Amenities: Value for money:
PRAKRUTHI NIVAS Location: Kokapet Prakruthi Nivas is an expansive project of 612 ready to occupy independent houses. The Colony includes 4Bedroom, 2 Bedroom, 3 Bedroom Houses and Duplex Houses.
Amenities: Solar Fencing, Uninterrupted water supply, Club House, Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Outdoor Sports Floor Plan: Options to choose from 6 different layout plans that also includes Duplex Houses.
Price: On Request Corporate Office: Vishal House, Plot No. 22, 1st Floor, Chandragiri Colony, Trimulghery, Secunderbad - 15 Ph: +91 - (0)40 - 4480 8080 Fax: +91 - 40 - 2774 6129 Email : info@vishalprojects.com mktg@vishalprojects.com Hyderabad Life ratings: Location: Amenities: Value for money: 67
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When you arrive at some places, you get the feeling that this vacation might haunt the rest of your life. You might leave the place after finishing your vacation and get back to work, but the place will never leave you. One such place is Coorg – whether you are one of those poetic souls who would like to mingle amidst mountains and romance nature or a typical Indian traveler in search to feel the tickle of a gentle breeze and watch leaves flutter in dance-like movements with sounds of birds filling the air, the place sure doesn’t let you down. A place with an incomparable scenic beauty, lush green valleys, coffee plantations, teak wood forests & majestic mountain ranges with a distinct culturefilled brave martial race of Coorgs (Kodavas), Coorg is a perfect getaway for couples, youngsters and families alike. Situated on the Western Ghats of Karnataka in South India, Coorg is an absolute treat for the adventurous with trekking, golfing and angling
options. And for the families, it is a perfect getaway with coffee plantations surrounded by unbelievable resorts. How to get there BY AIR The nearest airport are Mangalore (135 kms) and Bangalore (260 kms). BY TRAIN The nearest railheads are at Mysore, Mangalore and Hassan (146 kilometers).
BY ROAD From Bangalore, there are two routes to Coorg. Both routes are almost the same distance (around 250-260 kilometers). The route via Mysore, is the frequented route. The stretch after Hunsur is simply mind blowing with absorbing coffee plantations on either side. The other route is via Neelamangal, Kunigal, Chanrayapatna, all of which are located on the national highway. After
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COORG
A perfect getaway to unwind amidst aromatic foliage
Chanrayanapatna, the state highway route takes you to your destination. Places to see MADIKERI Welcome to the Scotland of India Madikeri, which also happens to be the capital of Coorg. Apart from its misty hills, lush forests, breath taking views of coffee plantations, it’s also known for the lovely climate. Another added feather in its cap is the world record for the cardamom crop. KAKKABE Although most come here to pay tributes at the Padi Igutappa temple, you make sure to slurp at least a little honey as this is the largest producer of honey in south east Asia. The Padi Igutappa temple is Coorg’s most important temple and the presiding
deity of the Puthari festival. A trip to the honey farms will leave a sting of remembrance through out your life. OMKARESHWARA TEMPLE Built in 1820 by King Lingarajendra, it is a rare mixture of Gothic and Islamic architecture, as a dome in the middle of a square lake and minarets at each corner catches your eye the moment you step here. CAUVERY NISARGADHAMA Strictly for couples! If you do not have enough time or money to go to the virgin paradises around the globe, then here is a great place to cuddle up for the night. This 2.5 sq. km. large island in the middle of the river Cauvery, is some place to romance.
NAGARHOLE NATIONAL PARK Nagarahole, one of the best wild life sanctuaries in South India, is not easily accessible due to its geographical location which makes it all the more better as the place remains quieter than most other sanctuaries. Though it homes several wild animals like tigers, panthers, rhinos and wild elephants, you are more likely to see smaller animals like gaur, deer, wild dogs and langur. IRPU FALLS This one is for the fitness freaks. When we say freaks, it is literal. The hike begins a little away from Rameshwarna temple and goes all the way to the falls. An inviting pond that you will find half way through the trek is an ideal way to camp for relaxation.
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ABBI FALLS After traveling seven kilometers from Madikeri town you will be welcomed with white wall of water creating a misty cloud with its moisture-like spray – Welcome to the Abbi falls. These falls are an incredible blend of rich aromatic coffee plantations with an amazing scenic splendor. It’s undoubtedly one of the most beautiful sights to see the water from the falls descending into a flowing stream to perhaps join with the river Cauvery somewhere in the vicinity. SOMWARPET Sky scrapping trees, surrounded by sweet-smelling coffee plantations
and a great spread of continuous foliage very gloriously prepared in an extraordinary operation by nature forms Somwarpet. This 42-kilometer, one-and-half hour drive is a joy in itself. Besides being the coffee heartland of Coorg, Somwarpet’s other claim to fame is the Basappa Club which is frequented by the medium and small gentlemen coffee planters, who meet here to unwind. Food and accommodation Though you can find a lot of hotels and resorts, home stay in Coorg will bring back the glory of ancient Indian culture... the sanctity of human life and respect it enjoys. Home
stays here, aims and ensures that it contributes to conserve local culture and heritage as well as creates a distinct, authentic and reliable tourist accommodation and experience. The stay here gives the tourist a personal experience of the life of people in Coorg. The price may vary anywhere from Rs 1200 – 3000 per couple per night depending upon the facilities. Coorg is also a dream destination for the foodies. Pork curry, Meen masala and Meen Barthad (fish fry and fish curry) are the non-vegetarian specialties while Jungle Mango Curry, Puttu and Kuluputtu are a must have for the vegetarians.
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Brisah Road no.7, Banjara Hills. Ph: 23423443 Fabindia Road no.10, Banjara Hills. Ph:23353946 Fragrance Road no.7, Banjara Hills. ph:67114844 Louis phillippe Road no.7, banjara hills. Ph:23554881 Adam’s & Eve’s The lingerie lounge Opp. Universal bakers, himayath nagar ph: 30281999 Falak Road no.1, banjara hills. Ph:64544467
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Debnath Concern Kallapa market tobacco bazaar, near mahankali temple, Secunderabad. Ph:66323488,66628446 Rajesh Silks House Banjara hills: 8-2-577, 3rd floor #8, Above syndicate bank Banjara Hills, Hyderabad - 34 ph: 23354303. Lad Bazar Badar Complex Lad Bazar, Hyderabad -500002 Ph: 2354 4302, 6454 4302 Sri Gadwal Weavers Ameerpet . ph: 66756469 Sai Kanchi Saree House Ameerpet ph: 66628963
Zari material Khandelwal’s dealers in beads, sequins, laces stone & embroidery Begum bazaar Ph:9533367007 Archana Exclusive Banjara Hills, Hyderabad-34 ph:64575335
Kid’s wear Kid’s Dream Lounge Himayath nagar . ph:30281999 Born & Beyond Opp. Universal bakers Himayathnagar ph: 30281999 Mothercare City Centre Mall ph: 66131236
Footwear Charles & Keith Level-1, GVK one mall, Banjara Hills, ph: 44767746 Catwalk GVK one mall, banjara hills, ph:44767879 Inc.5 Nagarjuna circle, Banjara Hills, ph: 66732865 Mochi Begumpet Ph: 27766754 Soles Road no.3, Banjara Hills ph:66103535 Centro Banjara Hills, ph:66933777 Zedds road no.10, jublee hills ph:40020050
Jewellery Krsala Banjara Hills ph: 32400231 Mangatrai Punjagutta ph: 23000181
Khazana jewellery Sanali mall, Abids ph: 66829900 Tanishq Opp Chermas, Abids ph:66513581 TBZ Punjagutta Ph: 23400231 Meena jewellers GVK One mall, Banjara hills Ph: 44767758 Sri bhavani jewels Himayatnager: Pavani estates 3-6-365/C/UG -3&3A Himayatnager, Hyderabad-29 TEL:23226645, Banjara hills: 8-2-577,2nd floor, road #8,banjarahills, Hyderabad-34 Meena jewellers Babukhan estate, basheerbagh ph: 23384555 Tibarumal jewellery Road no.10, banjara hills ph:23384555 Tibarumal gems& jewels road no.2, Banjara hills ph: 40329900 Nysa Inorbit mall, madhapur Ph: 65357221 GRT Jewellers Somagiguda , ph:23414999 Krishna jewellers Valabhdas building, Beside dharmakanta, Tansal, charkaman Ph: 66147105
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Kamal Watches Abids Ph: 66782818 Titan Basheerbagh Ph:23226043
Home décor Bathous (A unit of Doshi brothers) Road no.92, Jubilee hills Ph:30487777 Villeroy & Boch B-1, Punjagutta road, Ph:23400230 Fortune Arts Road no.10, banjara hills ph:66996699 Finesse Road 36 Jubilee Hills Ph:65265236 D Cube Road no. 92, Jubilee hills Ph:23543323 Inhabit road no.1, Banjara Hills ph:23358223 Roseby’s road no.1, banjara hills ph:23311366 Tesori road no.36. Jubilee hills ph:23553201
Florists Capital Florists punjagutta ph:23736752 Flowers 2.0 Sai plaza, KPHB colony Ph:64602345
Orchids Secunderabad Ph:27808047
Music Music World road no.1, Banjara Hills ph:24146728 Planet M Hyderabad central ph:66842284 Sangeet sagar Secunderabad ph:27816816
Electronics & Computers Computer centre CTC, Parklane ph:66908680 Croma road no.36, Jubilee hills ph:44778999 Reliance digital road no.12, banjara hills ph:44722200
Automobiles Dobro Toyota Doshi chambers 3-6-327&328, Basheerbagh ph:44779999 Volkswagen road no.92, Jubilee hills ph:23556364 Kun Automobiles Marriott hotel lane, Kawadiguda road ph:27671190 Mahavir Motors road no.36, Jubilee hills ph:64509004 Varun Motors road no.2, banjara hills ph:23607676
Grocery stores Bharatha stores Basheerbagh & Shanti nagar, ph:23211571, 23310770 More Begumpet ph:32400929 Ratnadeep Vikrampuri colony ph:66327938 Reliance fresh Ameerpet ph:23750281 Spencers daily Rajbhavan road ph:66464357 Qmart Road no.3, Banjara Hills ph: 23553348
Pubs & Bars Ahala Taj Krishna ph:66293361 10 Downing Street Begumpet Ph:671120387 Bottles& Chimneys Begumpet Ph:27762368 Hard Rock Cafe GVK One mall. road no.1, banjara hills ph:30767900 Spoil Siaa road no.1, Jubilee hills ph:64513333 Torque Green park hotel Ameerpet ph:66515151 Excess novotel, madhapur ph:66824422 Extreme Sports Bar road no.1, banjara hills ph:64586166 Levitate kharkhana ph:42020011 Firangipani City Centre ph:66570000
Liquids Road no.1, Banjara Hills ph:66259907 Touch road no.2, Banjara Hills ph:23542422
Lifestyle Health & Fitness Zareer Patell Silhouette Aerobics ph:09246520614 Dinaz Banjara Hills ph:23314607 Fitbuzz Begumpet ph:66266665 Latitudes pro Road no 36, Jubilee hills ph:23554800 Talwalkars Secunderabad ph:66495812 Taasha begumpet ph:66848888
Spas Opium Salon lounge Massage facials & salon City center mall Ground Floor, Banjara Hills Mobile:9959555444 Inorbit mall, 2nd floor, Madhapur Mobile: 903046666
Tarot reading Suhasini Tarot care reader (Western astrology) Alcazar plaza, road no.1, banjara hills ph: 9393026634, Future Predictions ph:9394844999 Astrology consultations: Mrs. R Sudha cell: 9849040847 Intuitive tarot Vidha jain ph:9849012010 Shabia’s Tarot Reading ph:9989244316
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Beauty Parlours Laa banjaras Supriya Nivas, Sagar society, road no.2, Banjara Hills ph:42101379 www.laabanjaras. com Kiran Varma’s beauty salon for women # 112, Ganesh Nilayam, Image Hospital Road, Beside Abridge, Vittalrao Nagar, Madhapur Ph:040 23123 666 Kondapur 404, Bhaskar Empire, Silicon Towers, Kondapur, Landline : 040 -23 119 666 Hair kraft, Himayat nagar, Platinum hotel, Ph:929908476 Anoos Somajiguda ph:23225002 Beyond Beauty Somajiguda ph:23392325 Juice road no.1 banjara hills ph:66460008 Jawed habib Road no.1, Banjara Hills ph:23316559 Mirrors road no.1, Jubilee Hills ph:23540003 Nirvana kondapur ph:32998992
Toppers white house,begumpet ph:23402357
Beauty Products Kathiawar stores Main road, Abids ph:24758172 Forest essentials GVK one, Banjara Hills ph:44767669 Choreography Steps dance Studio road no.13, Banjara Hills ph:67118300 amit Dynamic dance zone, barkatpura ph:9346905669 Shiamak Davar dance studio, Shangrila plaza, road no.2 banjara hills ph:9885347259
Multi-cuisine Restaurants Deccan Pavilion ITC Kakatiya ph:40081801 Encounters Taj Krishna ph:66293326 Circle9 SVM@Rd.NO.36 Jubilee hills ph:66229999 Fusion9 road no.1, banjara hills ph:65577722 The square NHCC, Madhapur Ph:66824422
South Indian Spice junxion road no.1, banjara hills ph:23393939 Chutneys Himayathnagar
ph:30488484 Kuchipudi somajiguda ph:23325678 Southern Mirchi punjagutta ph:66664747 The Spicy Venue Jubilee hills Ph:65595225
North Indian Kebabs and Kurries ITC Kakatiya Ph:400081859 Angeethi Dhaba road no.1, banjara hills ph:66252941 Deori gachibowli ph:44508888 Gufaa Basheerbagh ph:23298811 Haldi Novotel airport ph:66503000 Punjabi by Nature road no.12, banjara hills ph:23317284 The great Kebab Factory road no.12, banjara hills ph:23302244
Oriental Golden Dragon Taj Krishna Ph:23392323 Far East Ohri’s banjara, road no.12, Banjara Hills ph: 23302200 Syn Taj Deccan Ph:66663939 Nanking Parklane, Sec’bad Ph:27843634 Shanghai Dice Somajiguda Ph:65151188
Continental La cantina
Novotel Hyderabad Ph:66824422 Indijoe City centre mall Ph:66683333 Laguna road no.2, banjara hills ph:64511988 Little italy road no.92, Jubilee hills ph:67110162 Zaitoon mehdipatnam ph:9866778047
Vegetarian Basil Banjara Hills ph: 64536465 Ohri’s Jeeva Somajiguda ph:9866778047
Coffee shops Barista banjara hills ph:66101802 Café coffee day begumpet ph:65181341 Oxford Café road no.1, banjara hills ph:53533335 Chocolate room Kavuri hills Jubilee hills Ph:40161108 Sweet Nirvana plot no.105, Kavuri Hills ph: Madhapur ph:42414343
Fast food Domino’s pizza Ph:66518585 KFC Madhapur Ph:40364455 Mc Donald’s Abids Ph:66000666 Pizza Hut ph:3988 3988 Texas chicken Himayathnagar ph:40025050
Bakers Karachi bakery Mozamjahi market Ph:24732786 Pat-A-Cake Prakashnagar, Begumpet Ph:27763900 Ofen bakery road no.10, banjara hills ph:23372205 Vacs pastries opp mcdonald’s Karkhana ph:27740233
Luxury hotels Hyderabad Marriott Tankbund Ph:27522888 Ista Gachibowli Ph: 44508888 ITC Kakatiya Begumpet Ph:23400132 Novotel Airport Shamshabad Ph:66250000 Novotel Hyderabad Madhapur Ph;66824422 Taj Krishna Road no.1, Banjara Hills ph:66662323 Taj Banjara Road no.1, Banjara Hills ph:66669999 Taj Deccan Road no.1, Banjara Hills ph:66663939 The Park Hotel 22, Rajbhavan road Ph: 23456789 Westin Hitech city, Madhapur Ph:67676351
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Semi luxury The Golkonda Masab tank Ph:9848930084 Fortune Katriya Raj bhavan road , Somajiguda Ph:23325678 Green park Greenlands, Begumpet Ph:66515151
Budget hotels Hotel Peppermint Lakdikapul Ph: 4451234 Hotel Pearl Regency Lakdikapul Ph:66666555 Platinum Hotel Himayathnagar, Ph:66045757
Service apartments Native Boutique Apartments Madhapur Ph: 9440801350 Nirvana Service Apartments road no.3, Banjara Hills ph: 23558081 Swan suites Madhapur ph:40101933 Six Seventy Five Road no.13, Banjara Hills ph: 23308989
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HOROSCOPE
((March 19th to April 18th)
ARIES
You can save a lot of money this month as you will not need any energy drinks to keep you alert. Your conversation skills, especially online are going to get a big boost and your love life also seems to be picking up. We advise you to become an online stalker. Just select a well-to-do celeb and you may end up doing real well in life.
TAURUS (April 19th to May 19th)
Confidence is going to be your best friend thiss month. If you present your plans confidently, you may get others around you to help you. It’s a great time to start a new party and fight for your own new state. Better still, you can name it after yourself. When you push for something, the rewards will be better than you expect, so our advice – use double protection when you start your procreation activities.
(May 20th to June 19th)
GEMINI
This his is going to be a month of trials and you are going to be tested in everything you do. Absolutely no one is going to trust you. This is bound to bring your confidence crashing down. Your boss is going to test you if you deserve to be paid and your partner is going to try and find out if you are faithful. So make sure you at least look busy at office and take extra care not to get caught by your spouse. Beware of the traps these people will lay!
CANCER (June 20th to July 21st)
You are at the pinnacle of peace this month. You are going to have a feeling of calm and balance with everything that you do. You will experience bliss in office and at home. Take full advantage of the situation and further your personal goals or be wise and take a holiday. Since you will have very few obstacles, everything is going to flow easily in all areas of life. Our only advice, use adult diapers at night.
(July 22nd to August 21st) (J
LEO
If you have a grudge against someone, tthis is the best time you can confront them as this month is going to be exceptionally favorable to get unfinished business resolved in your favor. Not that you Leos need any extra help in conversation and convincing people but right now, you are going to get better at it, but do not get carried away and try to start a new relationship for this is certainly going to hurt you in future.
VIRGO (August 22nd to September 21st)
The best way to tackle this month is to take sedatives, ves, so that you can have your aggression under control. Everyone is going to be against you trying to slow you down, but if you feel everyone is opposing you and coming at you real fast it’s probably because you are on the wrong side of the road. Our advice is to step out of a trying situation, step into a bar and drink it dry.
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LIBRA (September 22nd to October 21st)
You will have one of the toughest months ahead and nd tthe he b best estt th es thin thing ing g is you you won’t even realize it that much because you will think that everybody around you is behaving funny where as the truth is that you are going to be a prick responsible for spoiling wonderful weekends of a lot of people. The best thing for you to do is improve your communication and not utter a single word this month.
((October 22nd to November 20th) (O
SCORPIO
Get in touch Get tou ouch ch with wit ith h a whole sale dealer for various forms of protection as this month revolves around relationships, love and sex. You will not require any help to get turned on this month as the switch will be stuck on the operational mode. The best news that you could hear is that you will be able to turn your partner on easily as well. So a happy month is in store for you. Don’t forget to wear a helmet.
SAGITTARIUS (November 21st to December 20th)
It’s the best time to clean out your closet and get all the unfinished business bus usin ines esss completed. You are going to be excellent in communication with a gift of conveying the message extremely clearly and smoothly. This would prove to be a very handy tool if you are planning to break up with your partner. They will understand and you will not be killed in the process as well!!
(N November 21st to December 20th)
CAPRICORN
Ever thought Ever tho houg ught ht of o starting an extra marital affair but your spouse was always unsupportive of it? Guess you should try again this month as it favors your pet project which you have been thinking of from a long time. The icing on the cake is that the opposing factor all these years could turn up to be your most supporting factor this month. Whatever you do, go at it with all you have and people are bound to notice and encourage you.
AQUARIUS (January 21st to February 18th)
Brush your teeth regularly. You are going to be smiling a lot. ot. Dress smartly y because people will be falling head over heels for you after seeing your blinding smile. Here is another reason to smile –your wildest fantasies are coming true (piece of advice, don’t forget to wear clean underwear!!) You are getting a new hair style as you are prone to get electrocuted!! Stop taking bribes, at least for this month.
(February 18th to March 18th)
PISCES
Get some makeup on and an nd get a new wardrobe, you are going to be the life of every party. Make sure you have a bath daily for you will be getting hitched in almost every party you attend. It is also time to tell your boss how you truly feel about him as you will get a much better offer. You are going to be attracting everything beautiful, so we advise you to be careful, a few people find even bugs attractive.
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HUMOR
*BEST CRICKET SLEDGES* Wiki refers to sledging as ‘exchanging words with opposition players which can put them off their usual game; it is an attempt to ‘psyche out’ an opponent’. Cricket is a very interesting game, and sledging adds to it the extra spice that makes it much more than just a game. Here is a compilation of the best sledging related incidents, witnessed in the history of cricket... WG Grace Even the great WG Grace used to sledge albeit in his way. Once in an exhibition match given out leg-before, he refused to walk and told the bowler, “They came to watch me bat, not you bowl”. And the innings continued. Grace’s ability to stand his ground would have done Sunil Gavaskar proud. Once, when the ball knocked off a bail, he replaced it and told the umpire: “ Twas the wind which took the bail off, good sir*.” The umpire replied: “Indeed, doctor, and let us hope thy wind helps the good doctor on thy journey back to the pavilion.” The best WG Grace sledge was on him, though, not from him. Charles Kortright had dismissed him four or five times in a county game - only for the umpires to keep turning down his appeals. Finally, he uprooted two of Grace’s three stumps. Grace stalled, as though waiting for a no-ball call or something, before reluctantly walking off with Kortright’s words in his ears: “Surely you’re not going, doctor? There’s still one stump standing.”
Viv Richards Vs Gavaskar Gavaskar had decided to relinquish his opening position and come in at No.4 for that test. But Malcolm Marshall fired out Anshuman Gaekwad and Dilip Vengsarkar for ducks, setting the stage for Gavaskar to walk in at 0/2. And he thought there would be less pressure! Viv Richards says “Man, it don’t matter where you come in to bat, the score is still zero.”
Daryll Cullinan Vs Shane Warne As Cullinan was on his way to the wicket, Warne told him he had been waiting 2 years for another chance to humiliate him. “Looks like you spent it eating”, Cullinan retorted.
James Ormond Vs Mark Waugh James Ormond had just come out to bat on an ashes tour and was greeted by Mark Waugh. Mark: “Well, look who it is! Mate, what are you doing out here, there’s no way you’re good enough to play for England.” James: “Maybe not, but at least I’m the best player in my family.”
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McGrath Vs Brandes (Another Classic) In a showdown of best pacers of two countries, Brandes made up for his complete absence of batting skills by some great sense of humor and presence of mind. Aussie paceman Glenn McGrath was bowling to Zimbabwe number 11 Eddo Brandes – who was unable to get his bat anywhere near the ball. McGrath, frustrated that Brandes was still at the crease, wandered up during one particular over and inquired: “Why are you so fat?” Quick as a flash, Brandes replied, “Because every time I make love to your wife, she gives me a biscuit.” Even the Aussie slip fielders were in hysterics.
Viv Richards v Greg Thomas This incident took place during a county championship match between Glamorgan and Somerset. Glamorgan quickie Greg Thomas had beaten Viv Richards’ bat a couple of times and informed the legendary West Indian ace, “It’s red, round and weighs about five ounces, in case you were wondering.” The very next ball was given the King Viv treament and smashed out of the ground into a river, at which point Richards piped up, “Greg, you know what it looks like. Now go and find it.”
Sachin Tendulkar Vs Abdul Qadir The year was 1989, the little master had recently made his debut in Pakistan. Not even old enough to get a driving license, Sachin Tendulkar was facing the best bowlers in the business. Even as the Pakistani crowd jeered and mocked Sachin holding out placards saying “Dudh pita bachcha, ghar jaake dhoodh pee”, (Hey kid, go home and drink your milk!), Sachin was sending the then young leg spinner Mushtaq Ahmed hiding for cover with two sixes in one over. The frustrated mentor of Mushtaq Ahmed, the legendary Abdul Qadir challenged Sachin saying “Bachchon ko kyon maar rahe ho? Hamein bhi maar dikhao!” (Why are you hitting kids? Try and hit me.) Abdul Qadir had made a simple request and Sachin obliged, and how! He hit 4 sixes in the over, making the spinner look the kid in the contest. The over read 6, 0, 4, 6, 6, 6. David had felled Goliath and a legend was born.
Merv Hughes Vs Cronje Merv Hughes was one of the greatest exponents of the fine ‘art’ of sledging. Once during a tour game in South Africa, Hughes was bowling to Hansie Cronje. It was an especially flat wicket and Cronje was hitting Hughes for fours and sixes all over the place. After the umpteenth boundary, Hughes headed down the pitch, stood near Cronje, let out a fart and said, “Try hitting that for six.” It was five minutes before the guffawing stopped and play could resume.
Hughes Vs Miandad The inimitable Merv Hughes has forgotten more about sledging than most people will ever know, so he was more than a little miffed to be on the receiving end in the 1991 Adelaide Test against Pakistan. Hughes and Javed Miandad almost came to blows after the Pakistani batsman dared to call big Merv a “fat bus conductor”. But revenge was sweet for Hughes. A few balls later, he finally got his man and as Miandad walked past, he could not resist shouting “Tickets, please!”
Ian Healy Vs a short chubby batsman In one of the tour matches in South Africa, Australia played Hansie Cronje’s province. Cronje was at the non strikers end, there was a short chubby batsman on strike. Ian Healy yelled to Warne, “Bowl a Mars Bar half way down, we’ll get him stumped”. The Aussies and Cronje were all hysterical, all this was before a classic reply from the batsman. The exact words – “Nah, Boonie (David Boon) fielding at short leg will be onto it before I can move.”
Dropped the Cup? Perhaps the most famous sledge in a World Cup match took place the epic Super Six clash between Australia and South Africa in 2003. South Africa looked on course to a routine victory with Australian captain Steve Waugh at the crease and on 56. At that stage, Waugh clipped the ball in the air straight to South African fielder Herschelle Gibbs. In his haste, Gibbs dropped the ball when attempting to throw it in the air in celebration. As he passed him, Waugh is said to have asked Gibbs: “How does it feel to have dropped the World Cup?” Waugh carried onto make an unbeaten 120 and Australia posted an unlikely win and won the World Cup a few days later.
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How good a Spy are you ? Are you able to keep a secret? a) depends on the mission b) my lips are sealed c) I’m a blabbermouth Are you able to deliberately deceive others? a)that’s too tough b) I can bluff c) not enough Are you afraid of danger? a) it’s not a threat b) when it’s dark c) too scared to say Do you have a high tolerance for pain? a) ouch! b) no pain, no gain c) even tickling hurts Are you good at making plans and figuring things out? a) I can’t decide b) let me think c) call me Sherlock for every a, you get 15 pts for every b, you get 10 pts for every c, you get 5 pts
If you have scored between 25 & 40, you better play with your toy gun. If you have scored between 40 & 60, you can go to the extent of using walkie talkies. If you have scored between 60 & 75, you are the next Bond.
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