Models n Trends - September 2009

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Models Trends Vol 3 Issue 5 15 Sept - 14 Oct 2009 Chief Editor Anup Bhandari Director Abhishek Bhandari

Editorial Editorial Advisor : Gita Bhandari Dy. Executive Editor : Raahul Sharma Asstt. Editor : Manisha Dhawan Sr. Correspondent : Vimal Chopra

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Roberto Cavalli

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The Shoe Stoppers

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Crowns & Roses

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Ouch but Wow !

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Beautiful Legs

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Classy fashion is a passion for him Judge your man by his shoes Preparation for beauty pageants by Yuri The art of body piercing redefined

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CONTENTS 74

Rejuvenate your life with Feng Shui

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It’s Tattoo Time

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Bollywood Konnection

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Prosperity for your home, office, health and love life Discover the latest in funky fashion Prashant Raj

Shantanu & Nikhil

World Class Indian Designer

The Real Life Heroes

Real or reel? Find for yourself

Horoscope

By Ajai Bhambi

Also

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Rising star

International Models Top Models HollyBolly GupShup Forthcoming Attractions Soaring High

Kratika Rathod

Mega Models

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COVER GIRL Pooja Misrra

48 Rakhi tography Courtesy: Rahul Dutta Pho

On the cover :

Pooja Misrra Photographer: Rahul Dutta Stylist: Steve Make-up: Meenakshi Outfits: Shantanu & Nikhil Body Pampering: DAR Salon & Spa, New Delhi

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Through the Eyes

On the Panel Patron

Balram Garg

Indraneel Mukherjee

Sameer Banerjee

CMD, PC Jewellers, PC Developers

Singer

Casting director, Bollywood films

Advisors

Arvind Gupta

CMD, EURO RSCG

Jawed Habib

CMD, Marwah Films and Video studio

Ashish Dhawan

Fashion hairstylist and educationist

Industrialist

Atul Wassan

Sr. MD, Chrys Capital

D. K. Jain

Cricketer

Ishan Raina

Sandeep Marwah Sanjay Batra

Meyhar Bhasin

Director, Raddison Hotels and Resorts

Model and grooming expert

Munish Khanna

Beauty expert

Naresh Kapuria

President, Fashion Design Council of India

Chairman & President Luxor Group of Companies

Fashion photographer

Shahnaz Husain Sunil Sethi

Dar

Painter

Poonam Sethi

Suryakant Jaipuria

World class hairstylist

Deepak Tijori

Tarot card reader

Rahul Dutta

Pepsi bottler, Developer

Bollywood actor, producer and director

Fashion photographer

Deepak Vig

Dipin Kapur

Hotelier

Director, E Global Ltd, Software expert

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Gurbir S. Grewal

Writer, director, TV and Bollywood films

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Raja Reddy

Renowned dancer, Padma Bhusan

Sushma Puri

CEO and director, Elite Model Management

Sylvie

Rajiv Kumar

Celebrity hairstylist

Rohit Bal

Supermodel

Safdar H. Khan

Bollywood actor

Doordarshan

Fashion designer

Sr. Gen. Manager, ITPO

Models Trends SEPTEMBER 2009

Fashion, fashion everywhere! And how many more to come?

I think that there is too much fashion coming out of our ears.

After the ‘Kolkata Fashion Week’ and ‘Bangalore Fashion Week’, being held recently, it was the time for the ‘Hyderabad Fashion Week’ to join the bandwagon this September. Oh! how many more to come? Well, am I to dream of a fashion show in every nook ‘n’ corner pan India? I think it is time to unite under one roof for the betterment of the industry. However, the organisers must enlarge the platform to include the new designers in the making or mushrooms will keep on growing.

It is real heartening for the fashion frat that after much turmoil, the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) and Fashion & Design Promotion Council (FDPC) have decided to promote a united fashion week. Even though, the chief negotiator, Vijay K. Singh, CEO, FDPC landed himself in hot water, but still this did not hamper the unification. In any case, this hullabaloo (about a mere commercial dispute) was over hyped by the media and was uncalled for. I personally appreciate and laud Vijay’s efforts, independent of this incident. Isn’t it time that the frat hangs together?

The riding is smooth for Sunil Sethi, President, FDCI, who pulled an ace yet again and has converted a totally new property ‘Men’s Fashion Week’ into a real hot one by collaborating with Van Heusen. Well, the ‘Father of fashion’ strikes again!

This month, hot, gorgeous and glamorous Pooja Missra is on the cover. She flew especially all the way from Mumbai to be a part of ModelsnTrends. We had lots of fun trying out various attires out of Shantanu & Nikhil collections. Thanks Pooja for being my side and giving apni Dilli a peek-a-boo inside you.

Sharafat Gayi Tel Lene, with Yuri, advisor ModelsnTrends, playing a major role in this movie. Another advisor, Sandeep Marwah is as usual busy in shaping up the future of young film makers. It was fun and enlightening being at his Asian Academy of Film And Television (AAFT) Institute during the ‘63rd Festival of Short Digital Films’. It was also nice to hear from his student and film director Rajesh Bajaj, who compared him to ‘Dronacharya’, the great teacher. Indeed, he has toiled through time to attain this status. Sandeep, we are proud to have you on board.

To be amidst the future fashion forces, ModelsnTrends has joined hands with Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi as their ‘Glamour Partner’ for its upcoming popular annual event ‘Rendezvous 09’, where a large number of colleges participate.

Representatives of ModelsnTrends will judge their major dancing and fashion events. Let’s see how many of these join the professional world of glamour and fashion.

See you there, take care and with all these festivals around the corner, you guys are going to be mighty busy. Here’s wishing you a very HAPPY DIWALI!

Tinu Verghis Yuri

anup@modelsntrends.com

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On-the-cover Model: Pooja Misrra Photographer: Rahul Dutta Stylist: Steve Make-up: Meenakshi Outfits: Shantanu & Nikhil Body pampering: DAR Salon & Spa, New Delhi

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implicity has its own attraction. A simple style defines many complicated things in an easy way.

Following this maxim, this time gorgeous Pooja Misrra is ready to woo the readers on the cover. Her good looks, panache and candour perfectly ooze out her oomph, which is accomplished by quintessence collection of Shantanu & Nikhil. The idea was to portray a romantic and enticing Indian beauty in western wear. And ace lensman Rahul Dutta left no stone unturned to capture her simple yet seductive looks through the eyes of his camera. Steve’s styling and Meenakshi’s make-up have added more colours and charm to her persona. Catch more facets of her personality in a candid interview on page 38.

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Ready To Woo Smart apparel and stylish accessories to keep you ahead in the race

Adamis

A complete range of style wear to complement your attire

Blackberrys

‘Sport Khakis collection’ aims to perfect your wardrobe with the right mix of class, style and charisma.

IDEE

Add a touch of the 70’s this summer.

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Anita Dongre Iinter Prêt

International in appeal and can be coordinated and dressed up or down to suit the wearer.

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Ministry of Fashion

Sophisticated designs and effortless elegance for fashionable women.

McKay

Designer Lina Tipnis enhances your wardrobe with a vibrant digitally printed collection.

Study By Janak The women’s wear range is targeted at the sultry divas, who dare to bare.

Jockey

Converse

Different styles for lovers of casual wear shoes.

New active bras are perfect for gym wear, athletic wear or inner wear to match your active lifestyle.

Vanilla Moon

Vivacious and highly appealing styles in fashion footwear.

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Roberto Cavalli at H&M

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Satin basketweave sandals

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Just Cavalli printed backless jersey

RC454 sunglass

Famous for his opulent lifestyle, sexualised cuts in his designs and glamorous fashion lines, renowned Italian designer Roberto Cavalli’s name is synonymous to classy fashion. Fashion for him is a passion, enthusiasm in life and a way to evolve into happiness. That’s why this vanguard of high-fashion designers is rapidly making a mark in contemporary fashion writes SONAM SHARMA.

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he Roberto (originally a Spanish name meaning ‘bright fame’) Cavalli label on a piece of material connotes ‘spot on fashion and haute couture’. There is no better name that can testify this man’s fame.

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Roberto Cavalli was born in Florence, Italy on November 15, 1940 in to an artistic family. A top class designer today distinguished the world over for his eccentricity is also well known for recreating boundaries and pushing techniques in fashiondom. His undying love for experimentation and innovative ideas had led him to invent and patent in 1970’s, a revolutionary printing procedure on leather.

Starting of in Paris, he began creating patchworks of different materials, which became a huge success internationally.

With Cavalli’s international recognition and the beginning of a brilliant career came the launch of his first boutique in 1972 in Saint Tropez, a perfect French Riviera resort location. After that, the boutiques in Venice, Paris, New York, Milan, Rome, Marbeilla, Capri, Florence, Seoul, Mexico City, Dubai, Miami, Las Vegas, Taipei, Istanbul, Porto Cervo, Valencia, Costa Mesa (L.A) and Forte dei Marmi also attracted a wide international audience. Many other prestigious shops worldwide have opened recently, including those in Ginevra, Hong Kong, Los Angeles, Dubai, Rome, Kuwait City, Jakarta, Beirut and Kiev. The label is also present in upscale department stores, such as Selfridges, Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Harrods, Printemps and in many more prestigious shops worldwide.

Victoria Beckham in Roberto Cavalli

Today, his main brand ‘Roberto Cavalli’ is distributed in over fifty countries directly through the Roberto Cavalli showrooms at Via Senato 8 in Milan and 715 Fifth Avenue in New York. His other fashion brands for men, women and children are Just Cavalli, Class, Roberto Cavalli and Just Cavalli Underwear; Roberto Cavalli and Just Cavalli Eyewear; Roberto Cavalli Timewear and Just Cavalli Time; Roberto Cavalli Angels & Devils, Angels & Devils Shoes; Roberto Cavalli and Just Cavalli Perfume; Roberto Cavalli Shoes, Roberto Cavalli baby and Just Cavalli Jewels, which are also considered as epitome of refined and elegant fashion. The famous sand blasted jeans, which shrunk the world around 15 years ago with the onset of its trend, was first presented by this messiah of fashion, in the year 1994 at Milan.

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Cavalli lives with his wife (also his business partner and exMiss Universe), Eva Duringer and their children in a villa on the hills surrounding Florence. Needless to say, his flamboyant Italian lifestyle includes a great deal of glitz and glamour throughout the year. Nonetheless, he grabs any opportunity that he gets to spend time with his family tout de suite, especially during summer on his 41 metres yacht.

This truly scorpion fashionista does not travel anywhere without his digital camera, a dilettante and a nature lover on vacation ready to capture anything interesting that catches his attention and then transforming it into a new motif. A genius at producing wild and sexy leather designs, flower and jungle motifs; we are now aware of the source of inspiration behind his well acclaimed signature prints, which lies in his periodic voyages to the wilderness.

Victoria Beckham in Cavalli’s white gown

Roberto’s ability to envisage, his idiosyncratic style, attention to details and vibrant patterns have won his brand many fans from the elite populace across the globe. Catherine Zeta Jones, J Lo, David and Victoria Beckham are some amongst his many regular clients.

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Aishwarya Rai in Cavalli’s white dress in Cannes ‘09

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Not only do Hollywood and other international celebrities flaunt his outfits at high class events, but our very own Bollywood actresses do also now indulge in high fashion couture and seem to have been smitten by Cavalli’s creations too. Isha Koppikar, the first Bollywood actress to have bagged the judge’s hat at Miss Universe 2008 cast her desi spell and charmed the crowd with her beautiful smile; a funky hairdo inspired from the sixties and a very attractive red dress designed by none other than the master himself. Sources report that Cavalli, who also designed the gorgeous white gown for Aishwarya Rai for a red carpet event at the Cannes Film Festival, had called up Isha himself to model his outfit at the beauty pageant. “A wonderful girl...her personality and energy are part of her style. Her body is beautiful, very feminine. I love to dress women like her.”

For Cavalli, fashion is not merely a thing for sale. It is a vital part of his routine life. According to him, “I love clothes and fashion more than music.” His designs embody sophistication, confidence, and worldliness. His originality, his continuing efforts to reinvent fashion, his respectability and soaring popularity represent him as a living legend, who will inspire many upcoming designers and fashionistas of fashion and glamour world in the imminent days.

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Christina Applegate in yellow straples Roberto Cavalli gown

Earlier this year, Bollywood’s new starlet, Sonam Kapoor was also seen posing with Roberto Cavalli at a party in Delhi, where the famous designer spoke on topics related to fashion, design and beauty. This was his second trip to India. The big Bolly-Holly collaboration, Kambakht Ishq is another excellent movie of this year, where trendsetter Kareena Kapoor is spotted wearing Cavalli’s attire.

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The Shoe Stoppers Shoes have become a classy way to express an eloquent style statement in today’s fashion scenario. A pair of fine leather shoes with exquisite designs is the ‘in thing’ to add sophistication and attitude to the fashion conscious men’s wardrobe.

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hey say, you can judge a man by the shoes he is wearing and it indeed is true. A shoe is as significant a style statement as any other fashion accessory. Rather, more important than most of them and the league of today’s fashionable youth, truly follow this maxim. This genre of ‘fashion conscious’ men believe that footwear, especially a pair of good leather shoes can provide a charismatic change in their style.

And thus, rises the market for stylish shoes. Every brand and every designer, who caters to this industry segment, knows that new trends are the key to their survival.

“Indian market has noticed an increasing trend in the demand of fashion footwear in men's segment since 2003. It has witnessed the launch of more than 10 international brands in this category during this period. As the premium quality leather footwear has found an encouraging acceptance in the market, consequently, this segment is continuously growing, in spite of all economic nightmares. This trend also projects that fashion consciousness is on the growing path amongst Indian males. I am sure that a blend of style with comfort can hit the jackpot,” says Arun Vajpayee, Director, marketing

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& sales, East Face Foot Wears Pvt. Ltd., a company that brought the brand ‘Homme’ in India.

The advent of fashion magazines, rising shadow of Bollywood and other such influences have created an undying desire for fashionable shoes. “Since men are informed and aware of new style trends, therefore, the demand of men's fashion footwear is growing year by year,” says Sahil Malik, Managing Director, Da Milano, which is a luxury brand with a distinct Italian sensibility and has a strong brand recognition in Europe, North America, Asia and Australia.

There is absolutely no doubt that an exclusively designed outfit can prove to be a complete disaster without a match of good fashionable shoes. As Carl Virk, Director, Carlton London, says, “Wrong shoes can really play a dampener not only in one’s personal life but also in the professional life.” It is apparent that men’s fascination has grown a lot in apparels, hairstyles, bags and shoes segment. As a result, new trends and demands have gained impetus.

While the demand of low to medium-priced men's shoes is declining, the interest of men in premium shoes is growing. This is confirmed by the increasing demand of men and their buying behaviour. The rising demand for new varieties of men's shoes is a testimony to the metrosexual male’s improved taste in not just living but also dressing up for everyday work, which, a few years back was rather uncalled for!

Mr. Vajpayee suggests some vital tips for an elegant style through these stylish shoes. “With suits, the best footwear is a formal shoe. These can be worn in different shades in accordance with the colour of your choice. Some common colours in fashion for formal shoes are black, brown, maroon and olive green. While deciding the attire on the special day, shoes should always be matched with suits.”

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Today people are much more aware and exposed to global fashion trends. They want smart and comfy footwear for themselves.

Red Tape has always had a vision to provide lifestyle fashion solutions for the young generation and our team is constantly striving to give Indian consumers the best in styles and comfort.

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To match the aspirations, the shoes should have durability, long-lasting materials, leather-only finish as well as attractive looks. Apart from Mr. Vajpayee’s ‘Homme’ shoes, other brands are also set to create ripples in the premium category. “Our men's footwear is imported from Spain and is made with the finest leathers. We lay a lot of emphasis on the design element and ensure that our customers here get the latest international fashion and it is our endeavour to ensure that latest styles, colours and designs are introduced in the Indian market, in the premium category,” says Mr. Malik firmly.

Carlton London Men has come up with ‘Red Leopard’ range in India also. The brand has brought Europe’s latest fashionable footwear and accessories to the Indian market scene by opening multiple retails stores across the country. “Our brand always brings London high street fashion to its stores and something unique and edgy for fashionable men. This season, we have the premium class exclusive brand, ‘Red Leopard’ with us,” reveals Mr. Virk. The classy segment of the brand has hi-class fashion range for men, which has brought top quality shoemaking crafts from Europe.

The fashion conscious Indian man is now habitual in wearing different pair of shoes, every time he changes his outfit, and this need can only be fulfilled by a large variety and styles of shoes.

Therefore, more domestic and international brands are ready to storm the market with their various styles and designs to be worn on different occasions. So, it is no more a matter of comfort but a matter of style as well.

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Gavin Miguel, Bollywood fashion designer

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There is no doubt that shoes make a man fashionable and a trendy pair of shoes is the most important attire in a man’s wardrobe. If you want to enhance your fashion quotient then you should better have good pairs of shoes. If you are not sure about your choice then a great pair of Prada will work out.

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World Class Indian Designer

Shantanu and Nikhil

Glamour and grandeur unlimited Rising from the Indian terrain, this designer duo is a class apart. They are rapidly leaving their indelible imprint on the fashion scenario worldwide.

Whether it is a celebrity, a sports legend, a socialite or a common man – clothes designed by them are devoured by one and all. The grandeur of their craftsmanship lies in their subtle use of Indian culture with contemporary styling and a colour palette that reveals India in its purest form. These talented designer brothers are none other than Shantanu and Nikhil Mehra, who are the favourite World Class Indian Designers of Chief Editor, Anup Bhandari, this month.

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“ The label Their journey into the scintillating world of fashion and glamour commenced after the launch of their label, ‘Shantanu & Nikhil’. According to Nikhil, “We always dreamt of launching a fashion label.

Shantanu pursued MBA in finance from Ohio State University, USA, while I pursued a course in fashion designing from FIDM, Los Angeles. In this way, we pooled our entrepreneurial and creative skills in the business of fashion.”

The year 1999 marks the birth of their label, ‘Shantanu & Nikhil’. Under this label, they showcased their first collection, which was an Indian menswear couture line. After that, there was no looking back as their signature women’s collections, both diffusion and couture soon followed. The designer duo stepped onto the field of high fashion with their debut diffusion line at the India Fashion Week in 2001.

The brand’s foray in 2003 to reach out to the masses with a chic high-street western line depicts the combination of a fine commercial sensibility and a genuine feel for fashion. Merging the essence and emotions of Indian culture with modern western sensibility; their label presents unique subtext of delicate details, simple harmonies and rich textural formats. “Our forte lies in the rich attention to detail like pleats, frills, ruching, delicate thread work and our most important USP is the silhouette,” explains Nikhil.

Shantanu and Nikhil belong to a community of young and talented designers, who we can be proud of. Their approach is impressive in designs, silhouettes and fabrics. I have walked on the ramp twice for the designer duo and it was really amazing to work with them. They are growing by leaps and bounds and their delectable Indowestern collections cater to the tastes and requirements of today’s youth.

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Their style and design Defining the luxurious and the beautiful, their collections represent the eternal feminine in essence, rather than superfluous forms. Inspired and in turn exhilarating, they create for the strong, the beautiful, the avant-garde and the well-travelled sophisticates. Their electric colours, rich, sensuous fabrics and silhouettes compliment the body, to make it ubiquitous in the fashionable world.

Their design aesthetics is a blend of elegance and sophistication. While creating a collection, they always keep a distinguished status about the wearer in their mind. “The ‘Shantanu & Nikhil’ label woman is a young well-travelled sophisticate, who is confident and independent,” says Shantanu. “Similarly, while designing dresses for celebrities, we keep in mind the celebrity’s personality, body types and what colour would suit his or her skin tone,” adds Nikhil.

Romance and innocence are two vital human emotions enveloping their designs and collections. “Design is a sensibility that has to be delicately played with, so as to create a balance between the eyes and the mind. It is a feeling, a sensation that comes from deep within. Style to us is the body and it conveys to you the expression that your mind has created to complete the body,” confides Shantanu and Nikhil. This evolution of their style has been shown in both trade shows, couture collections across the country and has been appreciated by Indian and International buyers.

Talking about their sources of inspiration, Nikhil says that they are inspired by the idea of taking vintage India to modern India. “Our inspiration could be a current issue, a style icon or a place. In the past, we have designed a collection inspired by British actress and humanitarian, Audrey Hepburn. Our last collection bloomed from the landscapes of Ladakh.”

The duo, time and again synergise trendy collections through sheer team work. “We have always thought of ourselves as entrepreneurs first and then fashion designers.

This philosophy is what prompted us to cross synergise our art and commerce backgrounds. Shantanu does the number crunching and takes care of the financial side, whereas I look into the creative aspects,” reveals Nikhil.

Apart from their own label and creativity, they also appreciate other fashion brands. Nikhil’s favourite fashion brand is Lanvin while Shantanu likes Giorgio Armani.

According to them, it has become easier for even the middle class to afford designer wear as more and more designers are coming up with prêt labels. Thus, fashion is now not restricted to any particular category.

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Their popularity With over 25 solo shows to their credit, Shantanu and Nikhil continue to mesmerise their clients with magical designer wear. They have designed for many celebrities in India and abroad.

Their unique designs have enticed many Bollywood stars and famous sport personalities. They are among the first to venture into the business of redesigning an entire look for the Indian superstar, Amitabh Bachchan, for the acclaimed game show, ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 2’. The 70’s younger and sporty look of Amitabh Bachchan received rave reviews from the fashionistas. “The new look with wide collars, patches and pockets matched the programme ideology, which was a lot sportier and to top it all, Mr. Bachchan liked it instantly,” says Nikhil.

They have also entered the private almirahs of other Bollywood stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Sushmita Sen, Bipasha Basu, Preity Zinta, Sonam Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Dia Mirza, Neha Dhupia, Katrina Kaif, Priyanka Chopra, Shilpa Shetty, Saif Ali Khan and Manoj Bajpai. Not only these, but also leading sport personalities like Zaheer Khan, Irfan Pathan,

Glen McGrath, Stephen Fleming, Leander Peas and Sania Mirza have channelled that style in their personalities via the designers’ creativity.

Recently, the designer brothers have designed an intricately embroidered three-piece ensemble for tennis sensation Sania Mirza for her engagement.

According to the duo designers, Sania Mirza, Victoria Beckham, Gweneth Paltrow, Katrina Kaif, Preity Zinta and Dia Mirza are the best dressed women.

As the fashion industry evolves, so does their creativity. Not only in India but also in the international fashion world, the designer duo have notably created their aura. They are in demand by young, trendy generation of men and women. Even leading fashion retailers are roping them for designing new fashion collections for their fashion loving consumers. “So far our journey as fashion designers has been great in the fashion world. At present, we have two stores in Delhi and one in Mumbai. We definitely will be looking at opening more stores in other major metros in the near future,” says Shantanu cheerfully.

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Shantanu is a very good friend of mine. He is a superb human being and a brilliant designer. I love their menswear collection a lot. Their complete command on using Swarovski and textures on men jackets and achkans is unparalleled. Each new collection by them brings freshness, elegance and sophisticated designs, which is a great compliment in itself.

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Pooja Misrra Her big beautiful eyes, cute broad smile and an innocent face catches your attention.

Model, VJ, anchor and actress Pooja Misrra is making a mark through her sensual limited edition calendar, which is receiving rave reviews for her aweinspiring looks.

This bold and beautiful damsel is once again ready to become the talk of town. The bubbly girl reveals more on her personal front…

Your limited edition calendar has garnered applause from fans and critics alike? What went into making the calendar?

It was quite a spontaneous idea to launch my own limited edition calendar. I had done a shoot for Italian designers, Collezioni Moda and Xcess and the images turned out to be stunning, so my team brainstormed and came up with the idea that such mesmerising imagery should not only be a flash in the pan. Instead, one should have their eyes on it through out the year, so it was decided to make it into an annual calendar.

Pooja the actor or Pooja the model, which one would you like to talk about?

I am pretty happy walking as the showstopper at national and international fashion weeks. I have been the showstopper at Wills India Fashion Week for fashion designers Renu Tandon and Samant Chauhan; Lakme India Fashion Week for fashion designer Nandita Thirani; Rahul and Abhi at the Bangalore Fashion Week; Payal Singhal at the Fuel store; Giannetti brand of diamonds at Gitanjali Luxury Style Festival ‘09 and on the International level for Jean Paul Gaultier and Christian Dior.

Besides this, I enjoy hosting TV shows, such as ‘Glamorous’ on Zoom TV channel, ‘Jab We Talk’ on B 4U TV channel and ‘Bid 2 Win’ on Zoom TV channel, as I actually connect with my viewers. Theatre as well as music videos is the real adrenaline rush. I guess doing more movies would be the next step as offers keep pouring in.

Tell us something more about your theatre debut? We believe you kissed a girl in it?

Well yes, I made my theatre debut with veterans like Alyque Padamsee and Gary Richardson in a comic play called 'Its Got To Be Love'. It was a real cool part of a hustler, where in I was hustling a magic love potion to this guy, who was totally frustrated in his marriage with his wife. In reality, it was a ploy between his wife and I to extort every single dime he had as the love potion was nothing but a placebo effect. Indeed yes, his wife and I ended the play and the deal with a lip lock, much to the applause of the audience! For me, it was the first time kiss with a girl but we had so much fun doing it that I would definitely not mind a repeat.

What attracts you towards a man?

The fact that he is a man and is not otherwise, jokes aside! A tall and good body, a great smile, honesty, loyalty, should know

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how to behave in a cultured manner around a lady and last but not the least, a spine. However, does this heady combo exist? Guys, who are reading this, feel free to tell me!

Who was your childhood crush?

It was my childhood sweetie, Vincent, back in my junior school in Manchester. He helped me chivalrously to settle in.

Tell us something about your love life. Are you dating someone?

Yes very much, it’s been a year and a half now with my half Spaniard and half American boyfriend, Rico. He does not visit India much as his family's luxury yacht business does not allow him to do so. However, it could be the primary reason for me not being in India much.

Who shot your first portfolio?

Boman Irani.

What according to you is the most important thing to keep in mind while getting your portfolio clicked?

It is very important to maintain clarity on what kind of market you plan to tap by your images – print, ramp or movie. Also, the portfolio should project your personality in a comprehensive manner.

Do you think that a parallel career option is necessary for models?

As this is a fluctuating profession, a parallel career option is a great idea.

What is your advice to the aspiring models?

I would request them to be professional. Keep your eyes on the stars but your feet firmly on the ground.

Which has been the most interesting campaign done by you till date?

There have been so many from Videocon, Sansui, Mango, Frooti to Lissome Cosmetics. However, Durian furniture would definitely be the most interesting one till date, because people still remember me as the lady with the hot pair of legs on the couch.

What is your style mantra for dressing?

I like classic and elegant cuts. However, a sprinkle of eccentricity is always a welcome relief.

Who do you think is the ultimate fashion diva and why?

It is got to be Madonna. From sporting diamonds on her lashes to

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weaving gold in her hair, she is like a chameleon, who always reinvents herself and makes rules only to break them, while putting life back into fashion. I guess that is why Louis Vuitton has decided to showcase her in its campaign.

What is the best thing, which you like about your profession?

The fact that you live your fantasies and also in millions of others.

What is the worst thing about it?

The long and erratic hours land up making you burn the candle on both the ends.

What has been the best thing that has happened to you, thanks to your profession?

I like the adulation factor of this profession. When I am abroad, people often come from malls and cineplexes to shower their love and affection, appreciate my work and emulate my style. I guess that is truly where the creative satisfaction lies.

What did you learn from your debut movie?

I learnt that no matter how many aspirant crowd fillers are swarming around or hankering for attention, one must maintain one’s laser sharp focus.

How important is it to have a godfather in the film industry?

It is more important rather to be well-circulated and networked than to depend upon a godfather because at the end of the day, it is your talent, which works well.

What is easier – acting, modelling or V-jing?

Having explored almost all the avenues from print to TV, to music videos to showstoppers, I have found that modelling is always a pleasure. On the other hand, Vjing has always been effortless.

However, I must mention that while filming the show, ‘Jab We Talk’, I was extremely uncomfortable doing it. Still I pulled it off seamlessly and convincingly to prove that I am a versatile actor, who can slip under the skin of a character.

And which is the one you enjoy doing the most? Why?

No doubt, acting. I still remember playing the role of a stunted, insecure, bulimic, married Parsi, who went blue on the face denying that she was hitched in the fear by her non-existent fan club. What was even funnier that despite my statuesque, slender and tall frame, I was literally dragging myself on my knees while portraying this complexed role.

As a VJ, where do you feel the music industry in India stands on a global platform?

I unfortunately feel that the ‘Indi-pop’ scenario tends to get into a repetitive fish bowl syndrome. You will be surprised to hear that Bollywood reigns completely on foreign shores with our romantic ballads and gazhals, which I heard while dining at some eateries in Athens.

Would you like to try your hands at singing someday?

Rajat Barjatya had once complimented me on my voice and egged me on to sing, when I was in school. I dismissed the suggestion at that time. However, I probably would give it a shot, if time permits.

What is new that we can expect from Pooja?

Well, as I mentioned earlier, a song or two. Maybe my own clothing line soon enough!

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I, Me, Myself Pooja as a person: Independent, career driven and a trendsetter.

Haircut that you prefer: My hair is akin to who I am, a free spirit

with no holds. Therefore, straight down works best for me without the restrictions of any accessories like bands and bows.

Diet that you follow: Six nutritious mini meals in a day work well for me.

Exercise regime that you follow: Being a gold winning athlete, training is a mandatory part of my regime. I like weight training. However, there are days when my schedule does not allow that, so my treadmill comes handy. Besides when I get time off I like to pursue my latest passion, ‘Fencing’ (a sword fighting workout I got hooked onto in Singapore). I am currently in the process of exploring 'Cardio sensual kathinka' Skin care that you follow: Cleansing, toning and moisturising work fine for me. I am currently hooked onto Kaya Skin Clinic and Clinique but I am quite tempted to try the products from artistry soon.

Hair care that you follow: I try to slip in a spa treatment for my hair almost every other weekend. With all the heat treatment to endure during shoots, this is the pampering respite. I am a fan of the Kérastase ritual, which I try to follow diligently.

Your favourite colour: My favourites change by the week.

However, I am told that I look pretty in pink!

Your favourite fashion designer: Well, the one’s whose collection I have managed to go through. I was a showstopper for designers Nandita Thirani, Rahul and Abhi, Payal Singhal and Samant Chauhan. I am still exploring and discovering.

Most preferred fashion label: Coco Chanel, Chloe, the Mark Jacobs, Stella McCartney, Agent Provocateur to name a few.

Fashion tip, which you think really works: A magic wand called mascara, which creates even the dullest of eyes into an angelic flutter.

Movie that you wish to do or would have done: Undeniably movies like Kill Bill and Casablanca.

Favourite actor, actress or co-star: The list is long. My favourite actors range from Shahrukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Shatrughan Sinha, Aamir Khan, Akshay Kumar, Salman Khan and Jackie Shroff to a dozen more. My favourite actresses are Kate Hudson, Aishwarya Rai, Priyanka Chopra, Katrina Kaif and Rekha to name a few. I would love to co-star opposite SRK and Amitabh Bachchan.

Your outlook about life: It is a journey not a destination, so live and let live. However, if you do not do so, life somehow has a mysterious way of getting right back.

The hottest thing about you: You tell me honestly. I am told that it is in the eyes, smile, voice, and legs.

Craziest thing you have ever done: Jumped from my chartered boat without my snorkelling gear into the emerald green waters at the coast of Phi Phi islands in Thailand. Guess did not make much difference as my skills as a swimming champ came handy.

Childhood incident you will never forget: Winning the gold for high jump, long jump, tug of war, 100m, 200m and relays – all in the same year thereby being awarded as the best sports girl of the year.

Your childhood dream is: To excel in whatever I do and make my parents really proud.

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Channel your good and positive vibes to those you deal with. If you make people feel good about themselves, they'll be drawn to you. That is the essence of charisma.

was a Radio Jockey on FM radio in 1998. One day, I was to interview Diana Hayden on my show. Diana walked into the office in the early evening and I was introduced to her. What struck me about her was as to how she immediately captivated anyone she spoke to, and she spoke to most people in the office including the producer, the sound engineer, and everyone down to the chai-boy.

You know how some people have this knack of capturing attention. No matter what they look like or how much money they have, they can walk into a room and instantly be the centre of attention. When they leave, they leave a positive impression and people tend to raise their eyebrows and say, “Nice person.” That's charisma, a sort of magnetism that inspires confidence and adoration in those you meet. Like beauty, luck, and social position, charisma can open up many avenues in your life. However, unlike these other qualities, anyone can be charismatic.

It’s easy to learn how. Here is the first set of four rules to start you on your

way to having that charisma. There’s more to be said on the subject, but we will tackle that in the subsequent issues.

1. Radiate positive energy. Some people give out good vibes to those they interact with. There are others who somehow manage to bring the mood down wherever they go. A simple way to give out positive energy is to smile. A smile says, "I like you. You make me happy. I am glad to see you." You must have a good time meeting people if you expect them to have a good time meeting you. Here’s another tip on giving out positive vibes. Have you noticed how some people always seem to be talking about what went wrong, how someone treated them bad, how sick they are, how hard they work, or how their lives are so tough. Everyone has problems, but if you think that the whole world needs to know your problems and probably sympathise with you, you are not going to get very far.

Instead, bring out the happiness, it spreads really fast and makes you win.

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was a Radio Jockey on FM radio in 1998. One day, I was to interview Diana Hayden on my show. Diana walked into the office in the early evening and I was introduced to her. What struck me about her was as to how she immediately captivated anyone she spoke to, and she spoke to most people in the office including the producer, the sound engineer, and everyone down to the chai-boy.

You know how some people have this knack of capturing attention. No matter what they look like or how much money they have, they can walk into a room and instantly be the centre of attention. When they leave, they leave a positive impression and people tend to raise their eyebrows and say, “Nice person.” That's charisma, a sort of magnetism that inspires confidence and adoration in those you meet. Like beauty, luck, and social position, charisma can open up many avenues in your life. However, unlike these other qualities, anyone can be charismatic.

It’s easy to learn how. Here is the first set of four rules to start you on your

way to having that charisma. There’s more to be said on the subject, but we will tackle that in the subsequent issues.

1. Radiate positive energy. Some people give out good vibes to those they interact with. There are others who somehow manage to bring the mood down wherever they go. A simple way to give out positive energy is to smile. A smile says, "I like you. You make me happy. I am glad to see you." You must have a good time meeting people if you expect them to have a good time meeting you. Here’s another tip on giving out positive vibes. Have you noticed how some people always seem to be talking about what went wrong, how someone treated them bad, how sick they are, how hard they work, or how their lives are so tough. Everyone has problems, but if you think that the whole world needs to know your problems and probably sympathise with you, you are not going to get very far.

Instead, bring out the happiness, it spreads really fast and makes you win.

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Ouch but Wow! The Art of Body Piercing Redefined...

Body-piercing, even though it has been in vogue in India since time immemorial, but still it never went beyond earlobes and nose. However, when westerners adopted this otherwise simple fashion, they carried it beyond ears and noses to unimaginable parts of the body.

ModelsnTrends takes a peek into this new rage which is the latest fashion statement!

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What is common between Janet Jackson, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, and Fiona Apple, apart from the international celebrity status that they enjoy? It is our very own desi art of ‘body piercing’ that has swept the Westerners off their feet.

Body art is catching the fancy of all, and is spreading like wild fire. Today, body-piercing holds a favoured position in the list of style statements, and has given a whole new fashion dimension to this ancient body art. For the youth, carrying it with ease and élan is more of an expression, which exhibits freedom rather than merely a fashion fad. In the words of a layman, piercing is a puncture or a hole made in the skin by a needle, to add a piece of jewellery for decoration. The craze for this painful pleasure has increased immensely, and the youth have no qualms in incurring huge costs to get pierced by experts. The price usually depends on the skin area, the professional, and the jewellery inserted.

Body-piercing is a rage and the Indian youth have no inhibitions in following a celebrity, to search for newer places to exhibit the jewellery of their choice!

Singer Janet Jackson has stated on the Oprah Winfrey talk show that she likes the sensation that her pierced nipples give her. Other celebrities with pierced nipples include rock musicians Axl Rose and Tommy Lee, Christina Aguilera, Fiona Apple and Lenny Kravtiz. Celebrities play an integral part in shaping trends, be it fashion or music. New areas in the body are being explored, tried and tested for piercing, to give a new look to a person’s image.

Piercing of earlobe and nose is extremely popular in India, but with the changing social trends here, new areas in body piercing are now being experimented

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with. As such, piercing of eyebrows, bellybuttons, tongues, gums, chins, lips, genitals and nipples is ‘hip n happening’.

Anushka Menon, fashion photographer, who has got her navel, chin, ear and nose pierced, feels that body piercing is a personal style, and has nothing to do with what the celebs do.

Captain Jack Sparrow of Pirates of the Caribbean, has not been able to bypass this latest trend on the block. Even actor Akashdeep Saigal is seen sporting an eyebrow ring in one of the K serials. There is certainly no denying that ‘whether you love it or hate it’, this fad is here to stay.

Style statement it is, but in the enthusiasm, one should not forget to take adequate precautions, before and after getting any part of the body pierced. Enthusiasts claim that the advantages of body-piercing far outweigh its disadvantages and, if not taken care of appropriately, it can turn into a disaster. The first and the foremost precaution is to look for hygiene in the area, where one would wish to get pierced, as also that of the person performing this operation.

The most common piercing problem occurs when the skin is ripped or pulled by the jewellery that one wears, or when things like clothes or a comb is stuck in the jewellery itself. One should take utmost care while treating the pierced area. Doctors claim that whereas an unsterilised needle can infect you with HIV, piercing at a wrong area can cause swelling, irritation, pus and a burning sensation. According to Dhingra, owner of ‘Tattoowala’ at ‘The Great India Place Mall’, Noida, “Each customer is asked to strictly follow the precautions, as advised to them.”

To keep the critics at peace, the scientific theory of “medical piercing”, also called “Acupuncture”, states that piercing, if done at the right place, can heal several health ailments. This, perhaps, could be another reason why individuals of all ages, young and old, are heading towards piercing parlours.

Be it a style statement glorifying your inner persona or be it a fashion faux pas , you are the one to decide ‘to be or not to be’ under the eye of the needle. So, follow your instincts and do what makes you feel happy and complete!!!

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Make sure that the piercer wears disposable gloves.

Wash the area with an anti-bacterial soap.

Keep moving the inserted jewellery 6-7 times a day, with clean hands.

Do not rub the area with a towel.

Never pierce your body yourself, or with the help of an inexperienced person.

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Nationality: Hungary Age: 20 years Height: 5’7’’ Bust: 35 Waist: 24 Hips: 35 Shoes: 38 Hair: Brown Eyes: Green brown

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♀ mega model Rakhi Tripathi

Courtesy: Rahul Dutta Photography

Date of Birth: 15th August Birth sign: Leo Place of Birth: Jaunpur, Varanasi (U.P.) Stats (inches): Bust: 34 Waist: 28 Hips: 36 Height: 5’7” Weight: 52 kgs.

Hair: Black Eyes: Black Skin: Fair

Current profession: Modelling and acting.

Experience: Working as a lead artist in daily soap,

Kaluaa Deeh for Mahuaa TV channel; acted in serial Wo Phir Laut Aaya for DD Lucknow; acted in Upnishad Ganga directed by Chander Prakash Dwivedi (director of movie, Pinjar) for DD Lucknow; anchoring for a musical show Sangeet Ke Deewane and a celebrity-interview based show Samaj Ki Shakhsiyat for DD Lucknow. Done ramp show for an NGO; print shoot for Colour Plus in Varanasi and commercial ad for U.P. Tourism and Development Board.

Time in the industry: Two years.

Stepping stone: Ganga Mahotsav, a classical dance based event in Varanasi.

Ideals: Padma Shri Geeta Chandran and my mother.

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View about the industry: The industry is challenging and interesting.

Biggest strengths: My faith in God and my family.

Major weakness: I cannot tolerate double standards.

Favourite designers: Ritu Kumar and Satya Paul.

Single or mingled: Single Best compliment: I am very straightforward.

Worst criticism: My straightforwardness.

Most memorable moment: When my ideal Geeta

Chandran complimented me saying that one day I would become a great Bharatanatyam dancer like her!

Favourite drink: Squash.

Favourite perfume: Mild perfumes.

Brief details about yourself: I believe in myself and in hard work as success favours only hardworking people.

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Kratika Rathod In a short span of time, this cute smiling girl has earned a good reputation in the modelling world. She has walked the ramp for top designers like Vikram Phadnis, Rocky S and also for reputed fashion brands. From ramp shows, press hoardings, TV commercials to music videos, sky is the limit for this ‘green eyed beauty’. Read on to find more about our ‘Rising Star’ this month…

Date of Birth: March 20th Birth Sign: Pisces Status (inches): Bust: 36 Waist: 28 Hips: 36 Height: 5'8" Weight: 55 kg.

Hair: Brown Eyes: Green Skin: Fair

How did you decide to go in for modelling?

I did not think earlier about modelling, but one of my friends is a model and I used to go along to her shows. One day, I got a proposal for a ramp show and my journey began in this scintillating world.

How did you prepare yourself to be a part of this glamorous industry?

Initially, I was not prepared for that but as I moved on, I imbibed the requisite qualities. However, I feel now that I was mentally very strong and my mindset was clear.

What was your parents’ reaction to your decision?

Did your family support you?

Earlier, my parents were surprised at my decision.

They did not want me to be a part of this profession. However, later on they started supporting me.

According to you, how is modelling as a profession?

According to me, modelling is a very good profession. However, it depends on person to person, the attitude and the way one works.

Did you face any problem during your initial days?

Yes, I faced many problems in my initial days. I tried to learn this profession; the ambience was new for me here and the competition was very tough. However, it became easy for me gradually.

Do you think modelling is an easy profession? What are the essential qualities to become a good model?

There isn’t any profession, which is really easy.

However, your determination, level of interest and your passion guides you through difficulties. To become a good model, you must be prepared mentally and then comes confidence and passion.

Is modelling only related to beauty or beauty and brains both?

Beauty is a part of modelling but your success depends on your intelligence. Therefore, both beauty and brains are necessary in modelling.

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However, had I not been a model then I would have been a housewife.

Is there any funny or sad incident that you can recall?

I still do not know whether it was funny, sad or something else. It happened with me on my first ramp show. I was very much excited and fully prepared. I had spent lots of time at rehearsals. However, on the final day, I came down with high fever but I still decided to walk the ramp.

What is your view about love and marriage?

After becoming a part of this profession, I have never thought about marriage because I love my work very much.

What are your future plans?

I have some dreams and my plans are to convert these into reality.

These days, more and more youngsters are entering into the industry to try their luck. What is the reason?

Youngsters are enticed into the modelling world because of the lure of glamour, fame and money.

Do you believe that the modelling career is forever? Had you not been a model then what else would you have been?

I think that this profession has a long life because here it is your attitude and passion that decides what you want to be. If you can fulfill the requirements of products to be advertised, then only can you be a part of this profession.

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long with flawless skin and shiny hair, a strong and supple body is also a vital part of beauty. In fact, a strong and fit body is a sign of good health. A woman with long, attractive legs always gets undivided attention, especially in today’s fashion era, when people pay more attention towards the body. Whether you wear a pair of jeans, churidars, shorts or skirts, the legs draw as much attention as the face. And, if you like wearing high heels, your legs become more appealing and assume even more importance. So, here are some simple ways to beautify your legs.

There is nothing like exercise to tone the muscles and make your legs look attractive. Exercise also adds grace to your posture and movement. You can try some exercises at home to tone up the legs.

Squatting is a simple exercise. You can use a table or chair for support while doing the exercise. Avoid quick and jerky movements.

Your movements should be slow and smooth. Breathe in as you squat and breathe out as you stand up. Stand upright with your back straight. Slowly bend the knees and lower yourself towards the floor, as far as your can go. Maintain your own comfort level. Pause for a second and come back to a standing position slowly. Do this four to five times. You can increase gradually, as you go along.

Another exercise is to lie on your right side, leaning on your elbow. Place your left hand on the floor, palm downwards and in front of your chest. Lift your left leg about eight inches off the floor and hold it. Supporting yourself on the hips, elbow and hands raise your right leg to try and touch your left foot. Return both the legs one by one to the floor. Repeat this three times on either side. Then, lie on your back with legs stretched out. Supporting yourself on your elbows, lift the back up from the floor. With toes pointed, bring the left knee towards the chest, while the right leg is stretched out on the floor. Straighten the left leg and lift it up towards your head as far as it can go. Bend knees again and repeat five times. Do the same with the left leg.

Cellulite is a problem, which really mars the look of the legs. It is not a disease or a disorder. It consists of lumps and tiny bulges that appear on the thighs. The bulges are very visible over jeans-clad legs and of course, when you go swimming. Another term for cellulite is ‘orange peel skin,’ because the skin on these areas resembles an orange peel. Cellulite is caused by deposits of water, fat and other wastes that collect in pockets beneath the skin. The slowing down of the body’s waste removal process is thought to be responsible for this condition. In other words, there is a relationship between body toxicity and cellulite. Chronic constipation, sluggish digestion, poor liver function, stress, chronic fatigue, insomnia and a sedentary lifestyle are also some contributory causes. The hardening of connective tissue is also involved, as this leads to the imprisonment of wastes in lumps under the skin.

Cellulite is considered to be a lifestyle problem. Therefore, the solution lies in bringing about a change in the diet and lifestyle.

Exercises, which help to improve blood circulation and lymphatic drainage, can help. The daily diet must contain enough foods, which

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can be taken raw, like fresh fruits, salads, sprouts, along with unrefined cereals. Diets, which are high in animal protein, without enough fruits, vegetables and roughage, leave high toxic residue in the body. Drink plenty of water to encourage the removal of wastes. Of course, one must take the doctor’s advice before taking up regular exercise or making changes in the diet.

Massage is an important part of the treatment of cellulite, along with ‘skin brushing’. It is best to massage the area, when the muscles are relaxed. Long stroking movements are given for stimulating blood and lymphatic flow. The area with cellulite is squeezed and kneaded, ending with the stroking movements again. Skin brushing helps the elimination of toxins. The entire surface of the body, excluding the face, is brushed by using a rough cloth or a natural bristle brush.

Begin from the feet and go upwards towards the thighs. Then brush from lower to upper arms. Go across the shoulders and back. Brush gently on the chest and abdomen. Conclude by taking a warm shower.

We have formulated an anti-cellulite oil to deal with this problem of cellulite. It contains essential oils and is based on aromatherapy. Almond and olive oils are used in the formulation as the carrier oils. The anti-cellulite oil helps to stimulate blood circulation and lymphatic drainage, helping the removal of toxins and wastes. It keeps the skin soft and smooth by improving texture and preventing infections and dehydration. Along with carrier oils, it contains the essential oils of neem, ashwagandha, shankhpushpi, devdaru and sandalwood. Neem purifies the skin by facilitating the removal of toxins, while ashwagandha is a tonic and stimulant.

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balances, tone the skin and muscles, and are extremely nourishing.

Hair removal also plays an important role in keeping the legs soft and silky. One can opt for a method, which is most convenient. It can be waxing, shaving, epilating or even laser removal of hair. For daily care of the skin on the legs, sesame seed (til) oil may be massaged before bathing. If the skin is dry, it is best to use a mild, glycerine soap.

Ayurvedic soaps or soap-free body washes are also available.

Body scrubs can also be used on the legs. Mix besan with curd and add a little turmeric. Apply the paste on the legs about twenty minutes before your bath. When you remove the paste during your bath, it helps in the removal of dead skin cells too, making the skin clearer and brighter. Three teaspoons powdered barley can be mixed with one-teaspoon cold milk and two to three teaspoons lemon juice.

Apply and leave it on for twenty minutes and then rinse off with water. Do this for two to three times a week. It is said to discourage hair growth over a period of time and makes the skin smooth.

Beauty is a matter of total impact. Every part of your body and grooming gives you immense selfconfidence. It enables you to use your personal qualities and talents to your best advantage.

Write to shahnaz@modelsntrends.com for all your beauty queries. Best three entries win a gift hamper each by Shahnaz.

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The design and styling blend together a modern feel and a traditional touch.

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Magnificent jewellery of semiprecious stones, enamel, mother of pearl, diamonds, silver, yellow and white gold.

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An expression of style, status and splendour of metrosexual men.

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Studded with precious and semi precious stones, exotic floral jewellery is the new talk of beauty town.

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Funky, classy, casual or fun, these hoops can enhance your every style.

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The latest in female fashion wear at affordable prices

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stablished in 1991, Pragati Fashions Pvt Ltd., has grown rapidly to be recognised in the women fashion world by all the retailers in India as a manufacturer of unique female designer wear.

The company innovates different kinds of western wear for women and girls. Its huge variety in tops, T-shirts, kurtis, shirts, trousers, denims, jackets, skirts, capris, cargo pants, midis, leggings, nightwear, indo-western wear and fashion accessories like belts, necklaces and bags easily attracts customers. The company’s success can be measured by its customer base spread over more than 2500 multi brand outlets (MBO).

‘Pragati’ has three main brands under its umbrella. ‘Zola’ (earthly fashion), ‘Olay’ (styling & features), and ‘Brisa’ (angel clothing). ‘Zola’ is meant for exclusive multi brand outlets (MBO) and exclusive brand outlets (EBO) and its products are given with a fixed MRP while ‘Olay’ is for all the retailers and semi wholesalers of India and abroad. In ‘Olay’, only the wholesale prices are given to its clients and not the retail price.

Its product variety is also very different from ‘Zola’.

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group of 16 years and beyond. Thus, with the help of two brands in the same age group, ‘Pragati’ has been able to increase its customer base even faster.

The company is the pioneer in promoting the concept of ‘ready stock’. It has brought fashion at the doorsteps of retailers in a very convenient way. Retailers today can get stock for their stores within a week, which includes the time taken in transport. Hence, retailers can manage their stocks efficiently, thereby giving a boost to the overall sales.

With its 14 exclusive franchisee owned retail outlets and its 16 exclusive shops in shop counters, ‘Pragati’ is recognised by the end consumers. The company plans to have another 100 shop in shop counters by the end of next year.

The biggest challenge for the company has been to present the latest in fashion at low prices. This has been done most efficiently over the years without compromising on the quality and fit.

‘Pragati’ has already made its presence felt in the corporate chain stores like Central and Ethnicity, which are managed by the ‘Pantaloon’ group, who are the pioneers of retail trade in the country. The company is now embarking upon associating with other such leading groups.

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Club Fitline A new dimension of fitness Club Fitline offers a unique ambience at par with global standards. The club is spread across 7000 sq. feet at Gujrawala in Delhi. Keeping in mind the growing requirement of people, who want to beat stress and look good, the club provides the best imported health care equipment backed by highly trained professionals.

Along with spa, sauna, chill showers, rain showers, massages and other services, the fitness centre also offers dietary services through qualified personnel. Vikas Jain, Director, Club Fitline reveals more...

(From L to R) Puneet Nindra, Harmeet Singh Luthra, Sunny Deol, Vishal Kwatra, Vikas Jain

Why more and more people are turning towards gym and fitness centres?

The primary reason is the lack of physical activities undertaken by people. Today’s lifestyle is highly stressful and coupled with a sedentary work culture, this is turning into a very serious issue.

Lack of physical activity results in increased anxiety levels.

Weight gain has also become an issue. The other big issue is child obesity, which is rising. Arthritis, which used to be a problem for only the older age group, is now detected at an early age. Too much television and desk jobs have given rise to back problems, which have become a common ailment amongst the new generation.

The rising awareness has made people involve themselves in physical activity like playing sports or walking in the park. Since any kind of sport requires more than one person and walking in the park may not be a wholesome physical activity, so a fitness centre is the best option. These centres not only improve the overall health of a person but also lower the anxiety levels.

Today, fitness centres have become the best place to enjoy and improve health. Therefore within a gym, not only do they get answers to their problems but also security; pollution free atmosphere; use of various kinds of equipment and professional advice to reduce their stress levels.

equipment, treadmills, state-of-the-art arc trainers, bikes and all other related equipments. We also have an in-house group activity area for conducting yoga, aerobics, less mills (a very high intensity form of aerobics conducted by Lesmills certified trainers) and dances like salsa, hip-hop, jazz and party dance.

We also have excellent spa and massage facilities. The club is centrally air conditioned with 100% power backup. We have a cafeteria to serve health foods and shakes to members. Besides other services, the health club is equipped with JBL professional sound system and a spacious locker zone for the members.

Members are provided one to one training facility, which is given by certified trainers. We have physiotherapists to ensure an injury proof environment and a nutritionist to achieve health related targets for members.

How are you planning to promote your fitness centre?

Mouth publicity is the best way to promote any club. We ensure that our members are satisfied. As a result, each satisfied member brings back an average of two new members to us.

Besides the newspapers; we also advertise through hoardings and kiosks.

Who are your core customers, youngsters or middle aged people?

Initially, we had targeted the youth. However, today we have almost equal percentage of youngsters and middle aged people.

Nowadays, we cater to all age groups and genders with specialised equipments and experts.

Tell us about your fitness equipment and services provided to your customers? How is the centre different from others?

We provide our members with world class equipment from companies like Cybex, which is the No.1 equipment company in U.S. We are equipped with all kinds of strength training

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Rejuvenate your life with feng shui Feng shui is a Chinese science of correcting the energy of a place. Easy to comprehend and practice, we bring to you some of these do-it-yourself tips, to bring you lots of positive energy.

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he art of feng shui helps us in understanding the relationship between nature and ourselves, so that we may live in harmony within our environment. Negative energy impedes the flow of progress in our lives and the positive energy augments the growth.

Feng shui helps to detect these two energies known as chi (subtle energy) and sha (hard energy, the opposite of chi) to provide directions for their optimal flow.

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Feng shui at home

Feng shui at business and office

Here are some basic feng shui tips to enhance your business and office environment: • Always sit with a solid wall behind your back. Never sit with your back to the window for long periods of time or in line with the door, as you will be in the path of negative energy.

• Do not face a wall, neither while working at your desk nor immediately as you enter the office.

• Do not face away from the door while conducting business from home. Business will symbolically come through the door, so do not turn your back on it.

• Be mindful of the quality of air in the office; improve the oxygen supply with feng shui air-purifying plants.

• Put the computer in the north or west area of the office to enhance your creativity. Place the computer in the southeast if it is used to generate income.

• Avoid a mirror in the office, as it can reflect the negative energy from clients to other people in the room.

• Treat the files in your office with respect. They represent your past, present, and future business.

• Place a safe, which is usually constructed of metal, in either west or northwest, as both directions represent the metal element. The safe symbolises the prosperity and financial security of a business.

Home is an essential part of our lives. If the home is not in accordance with chi and sha, you will face problems in your life everywhere. To get a good feng shui home, here are some helpful steps: • Avoid filling the home with unnecessary furniture, material, and broken stuff.

• Fresh air and good quality light are essential for generating chi in the home. Open the windows often, introduce feng shui air-purifying plants or use incense sticks as air-purifier. Allow in as much natural light as possible.

• Do not scatter shoes or slippers outside the main door, which should be free and clear. The chi (energy) with the wind will spread the smell of those shoes and slippers into the house and cause sickness.

• Place a water fountain or fish tank in the home. Position it in a favourable area to attract whatever you want in life.

• Do not place the refrigerator, washing machine, and washbasin in the kitchen or near the gas stove. Fire and water clash, causing family members to have disagreements.

• Do not keep a red sofa in the home as red colour represents the element of fire. It gives rise to heavy work pressure, troubles and obstacles.

• Display images of vibrant health and joy in the eastern area.

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Feng shui for the bedroom

To create a perfect feng shui bedroom, you can use a variety of simple, practical tips: • Do not place a TV in the bedroom, as it can destroy the chi. If you cannot get rid of this habit then after watching the television, cover it with a plastic table cloth.

• Plants in the bedroom are not good, unless the bedroom is fairly large and the plants are located far from the bed.

• Open the windows or use a good quality air-purifier to keep the air fresh.

• Use soothing colours to achieve a good balance in the bedroom. Best feng shui colours are pale white to rich chocolate brown. Do not use dark and dreary colours.

• Choose the images for the bedroom wisely, as these carry powerful energy. Choose the images that you want to see happening in your life. Do not use sad and lonely images.

• Avoid having the bed in direct line with the door.

Use two bedside tables, and do not squish the bed into a corner.

• Keep all the bedroom doors closed at night, be it the closet door, the bathroom door or the main door.

This will allow for the best and most nourishing flow of energy to strengthen your health, as well as the health of your relationship.

• There should not be any mirror opposite or at the side of your bed. Mirror opposite the bed can attract a third party to the relationship.

Feng shui for health

Feng shui can increase your energy levels and keep you healthy. Here are the ‘must-have’ feng shui priorities for a home that will support vibrant health: • Fresh, good quality air.

• Sufficient, natural light.

• Clutter-free space.

• Place lush green plants or a water fountain in the eastern area.

• The view that you first see as you open the main door is very important, as is the view from your bed.

• Treat your body with respect and give it the energy of beauty and joy. It will inevitably attract good health and well being.

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Feng shui through colours

This is one of the easiest ways to shift the energy into your space. Each colour is an expression of one of the five feng shui elements: fire, earth, metal, water, and wood. Choose the feng shui colours according to the energy you need and bring them into your space with the wall colour, art, photography, or various decor items.

• Feng shui fire element colours, such as red, orange, purple, pink, and strong yellow will support you in your career efforts and also help you to achieve recognition.

• Feng shui earth element colours, such as light yellow and beige in your home will help to create stability, nourishment and protection for all your relationships.

• Feng shui metal element colours, such as grey and white will bring the qualities of sharpness, precision, clarity and efficiency. Its balanced presence will help you to live with clarity and lightness.

• Feng shui water element colours, such as blue and black will bring a refreshing energy of calm, ease, purity and freshness.

Water is also the ancient symbol of abundance.

• Feng shui wood element colours, such as brown and green will bring energy of health, vitality and growth. It is also an expression of abundance and an ancient feng shui cure for wealth and prosperity.

Love tips with feng shui

Feng shui has a variety of love tips for a joyful and loving relationship: • If the bed is squished into one corner of the bedroom or is hiding behind the door then it is difficult to have a functional love relationship.

• For a relationship to last long, both partners have to feel equal, respected, and treated well. Treat both sides of the bed equally.

• A closet that has breathing room and a free flow of feng shui energy promotes better health and more opportunities.

• Bedroom, bathroom and kitchen should be kept clutter free.

• Avoid sad and dull images for a happy and loving relationship.

• Treat the feng shui energy of the southwest area properly.

Earth is the feng shui element, which needs to be nurtured. So keep colours and images that strengthen the earth or the fire elements. Avoid too much water, wood or metal feng shui elements.

So follow these simple tips and invite positive energy into your life, to prosper and to remain healthy.

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by Anu Singh Pruthi, Tattoo Empire India

attoo is one of the most popular forms of making a fashion statement. Its popularity is escalating day by day amongst every age group thereby adding flavour to every segment of the lifestyle.

Even small children have found a lucrative reason to buy bubblegums, chocolates and chips, since many manufacturers seeing its popularity, have included water transfer tattoos as a sop. These days, it is part and parcel of young boys and girls personality and wardrobe. Girls glamourise their dresses with stick-on jewel tattoos. Just add a pinch of terrific tattoos on any part of the body and be known as a-la-mode in the society.

However, the art of tattoos is passing through an evolution. With new methods, new technology, new formula inks, bright colours and new age materials, it has totally transformed the user experience. New research and development is always on the go. For example, electronic giant Philips has come up with a new idea for electronic tattoos.

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landscape of the body, navigated by desire. It will be the easiest way to read someone’s feeling without getting confused by face expressions. You never know what comes next!

Here are various types of tattoos:

1. Permanent tattoos: The name says it all. These are permanent in nature and cannot be easily changed, altered or removed. Removal is more expensive than its installation. Permanent tattoos can also cause serious health hazards. Thus, one has to be very careful from the time the artist is finalised till the time that the tattoo has healed. However, such tattoos are easy to maintain and are a lifetime art on the body.

2. Airbrush temporary tattoos: You might have seen spray painting on

a car or a bike, now get ready to see it on a human body. Airbrushing is an art in itself. Artists for many years, have been making paintings and portraits on canvas by using airbrushes. It is a small pen like instrument, connected to a small compressor. These tattoos last only for 5 to10 days, depending on the skin type and how you take care. These are waterproof but can easily be removed with alcohol. Thus, you can have different designs for different occasions.

These are the most common forms and are especially popular amongst children. As these are pre-made stickers, they can be easily transferred to the skin with slight application of water. These last for about 5 to10 days, depending upon the care taken. Since they are a form of stickers, they can easily tear if the skin is stretched.

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These are sticker tattoos, which look like jewellery. Any design can be made using different colour sheets cut in different patterns and pasting these with various materials like swarovski, crystals, stones, balls, glass beads and glitters. The final tattoo looks very exotic. It is the specialty of Indian craftsmen as everything is picked and hand pasted. No machine can execute this precision a detail.

4. Stick-on jewels:

These tattoos are like regular painting with brushes on body, and can be made using either water or alcohol based inks. Water based ink will last for a few hours whereas alcohol based ink will last for a few days.

5. Hand brush tattoos:

6. Mehendi tattoos: These tattoos cannot be

made in different colours as mehendi comes only in one colour. However, one can make different designs with the help of a cone or stencils. Mehendi can be messy and does not produce awesome results. However, it is the cheapest type and can be made without the use of expensive equipment.

7. Glitter tattoos: Glitter tattoos are more common amongst sports fans. Shimmering dust or glittering powder is pasted on the skin with the help of stencils.

Tattoos can definitely enhance your beauty but before adopting these, do ensure that these are done only by reputable professionals, as all the materials and colours should be non-toxic, laboratory-tested and sterile. Unhygienic practices and using low quality chemical based dyes can have adverse allergy reactions on the skin.

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Prashant Raj Bollywood Konnection

He is dashing; he is macho and he is the new promising star of Bollywood.

Meet Prashant Raj, lanky 6’ 3” frame, sculpted physique with intense brooding eyes. His attitude on the ramp has made him an accomplished runway model.

Director Ram Gopal Varma discovered a potential spark in him and signed him to play the role of ‘Jai’ in Ram Gopal Varma Ki Aag (a remake of Ramesh Sippy's Sholay, in which the Big B played the same role). He is also ready to dazzle the silver screen with his upcoming movie, Toss. Do read on to find Prashant spilling beans about himself...

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Your Favourites: Movie: Old Boy, 300 and Agnipath.

Director: Christopher Nolan, Guy Richie

and Anurag Kashyap.

Hugh Jackman, Edward Norton and Christian Bale.

Actor:

Actress: Madhuri Dixit, Julia Roberts and Hillary Swank.

Colour: Yellow.

Book: Shantaram.

Perfume: Versace Crystal Noir.

Outfit: Zara.

Holiday destination: Spain.

Fashion designers: Narendra Kumar, Raghavendra Rathore and Rohit Bal.

Fitness mantra: Eat well and gym hard.

Food: Continental, lots of meat and vegetables.

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there but the tremendous amount of comfort level on the sets put me at ease right away.

How tough it really is to prove yourself without any godfather or filmi background?

It is like a huge mountain staring you right on the face. It is very tough, but not impossible and luckily I did have a dream debut. However, the fate of the film was not in my hands.

Which one is easier – walking on the ramp or acting in front of a camera?

To be honest, walking on the ramp was a piece of cake for me earlier. Nowadays, my entry has been right at the end, as a show stopper. This definitely plays on your nerves because earlier the viewers would be staring more at your clothes but now the total focus is on you!

How do you consider modelling as a profession?

It is a very serious business. If you have a professional attitude, you can earn a lot of money not only in India but in overseas also. I remember when I won my international pageant; I was doing shows in South America and was paid up to 1000 US dollars a show at that time. Your personality really matters here. You have to look good always, that means eat well, work out hard and not party hard. It might look like child’s play but can be quite harrowing. Remember, nothing in life is easy, except looking into the others 'green lawn'.

What sea changes do you observe in the modelling industry of late?

Was it your dream to become a model and then an actor? How did it happen?

Yes, it was always my dream to be a model. I knew at the age of 16 what I wanted to do, but to be honest, I have never dreamt of being a part of the Indian film fraternity. It all happened by chance. One day, I got a call from Ram Gopal Varma's office and when I walked out, life had changed completely.

How was the working experience with the biggies of Bollywood in your first movie?

It was surreal. I had never imagined that my first break would be with Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgan, and above all, Sushmita Sen as my leading lady! It was a great experience. I learnt a lot from them. They never treated me like a newcomer. I learnt that no matter how famous and successful you become, one must remain humble. I was definitely very excited on the first day of shoot. Of course, the nervousness was 86

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To be honest, it is an irony that there is a huge inflow of international models in India, who are eating our pie and this goes against Indian models.

If the traffic is both ways then it would be fair but so far, it’s just the inflow. It has become highly competitive both for girls and boys but I wish that all the modelling contests, which happen here, would raise the bar.

According to you, what are the pros and cons of modelling?

Well, modelling life is a good life. You hang out with the crème de la crème; you get to meet many influential people from all walks of life; you make decent money; you travel a lot; see places you haven’t seen before and this is all for free.

However, it is not something you can do forever.

Modelling has a life of five years. After a while,

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people won't take you seriously enough and one will find it difficult to sustain a livelihood just through this.

in a Hollywood flick. As far as priority goes, it just depends on who gets me first.

No, I don’t think that just being good looking can help you to excel. Surely in the beginning it could help you to clinch a job but if you don’t balance it out correctly, you cannot go very far.

Currently, I have finished shooting for the movie, Toss. I have signed another film, which is slated to start soon. I am really choosy about the roles, which I select.

Do you think that nowadays good looks Tell us about your upcoming movies? Are and good physique help anyone to excel in you choosy about your roles or you go for any field of working? each and every role that is offered?

Most of our Bollywood actors and actresses are bitten by the Hollywood bug.

Are you also a part of this category?

I am not stabbing Bollywood in the back by saying this, but it would be a mind-boggling experience to actually get a part

Do you want to keep yourself restrained to a particular image like of ‘action’ or ‘romantic hero’?

No, I do not. In fact, I am open to playing any character that is challenging and which will help me in clinching a vital role in the film.

Rapid fire round:

If not an actor then: Heading a clothing company.

A movie that you wish you would have worked in: Dev D Sexy about you: My voice.

Mantra of living a happy life: Do not take life too

seriously.

Idea of spending leisure time: Watching a movie, playing golf, chilling out with close friends.

My definition of fashion: It is indefinable. It is what you make of it.

Ban as a fashion police: Striped shirt with striped pants.

Style mantra of dressing: Slick, fitted, classy.

A fashion tip, which really works: Know your body and your skin tone.

My strongest point: Self belief.

My weakest point: I am a bit naïve.

Casting couch: It exists, if you want it.

Politics: Personal politics a no-no but country

politics, definitely.

Marriage:

Very sacred and meant forever.

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The real life heroes They have earned a niche among the hearts of their fans through their impeccable screen performance. They turn the tables on the villains; fight off adverse destiny and face reel life’s ups and downs.

Surprisingly, now they are no more reel life heroes.

Amitabh Bachchan

One of the legends of Indian film industry, Amitabh Bachchan, famously known as ‘Big B’ is back to the silver screen after his prolonged bed rest. Time and again, his unyielding spirit conquers his ill health and despite his exhausted age, Mr.Bachchan is not ready to give up. He is vigorously shooting for movies such as Teen Paati, following Johnny Mastana and Aladdin. Director Ram Gopal Verma is also ready to take off his action thriller film, Rann with him as the protagonist. The real life Shahenshah!

Govinda

The dancing maestro, Govind Arun Ahuja began his career with 1986’s super hit film Ilzam. This versatile actor left no stone unturned to prove himself a worthy and dedicated actor in Bollywood. He had an accident while shooting for his movie Khuddar, yet he continued shooting for the film. Despite the controversies, cold filmy and political career, he made a comeback with David Dhawan's comedy, Partner. As of now, he has decided to quit politics to revive his acting career.

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The chachu of small screen, Shekhar started his career with the famous TV serial Wah Janab. Later on, he turned towards the big screen and acted in almost 30 films. Alas! But despite the successful presence in Utsav’s raunchy ‘Man kyon bahka…’, none of his movies could make a mark in the boxoffice. In 1993, he made a mark as chachu in the most successful TV comedy show, Dekh Bhai Dekh.

With his finely honed sense of humour, he soon became the king of the small screen after hosting a number of satirical TV shows. His talk shows such as, 'Movers and Shakers’ and ‘Simply Shekar’ received rave reviews. He has been one of the prominent judges of ‘The Great Indian Comedy Show', the first of its kind show to nurture stand-up comedians. And of course, he is one of the pioneers of the stand-up comedy acts in India.

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Abhishek Bachchan

Also known as ‘Junior B’, Abhishek’s performance in Dostana was the talk of tinsel town. After 13 subsequent flops, his journey from Refugee to Yuva, Dhoom, Bunty Aur Bubli, and Sarkar was full of upheaval. After Yuva, he won his second Filmfare award as the ‘Best Supporting Actor’ role in Sarkar.

Despite receiving many negative reviews, he did not give in to destiny and after marrying former Miss World turned actress, Aishwarya Rai, he has a renowned place in the advertisement and movies world. His fans too have high hopes from his upcoming movies. Really, a super hero!

Salman Khan

Tusshar Kapoor

Son of jumping jack Jeetendra, and brother of TV soaps queen, Ekta Kapoor, Tusshar Kapoor made his debut in Bollywood through his movie, Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai, for which, he won the ‘Filmfare Best Debut Award’. He tried his luck in a number of films and was highly praised for his role in Shoot Out At Lokhandwala. Though his gloomy stars started smiling on him with Khakhee and Kya Kool Hain Hum but thanks to his movie Golmaal and Golmaal Returns that he gained the lost paradise.

Arshad Warsi

Akshay Kumar

The most wanted sexy bachelor once again stunned his audience with his musical notes in Yuvvraaj . Sadly, it seems that Salman and controversies are made for each other. Negligent driving, hunting the endangered Chinkara, turbulent relationship with actress Aishwarya Rai, duel with Vivek Oberoi and humiliation of Katrina (she had to sit with the auto driver while Salman drove the auto)...the only respite to Salman’s fading image came finally through the famous reality TV game show ‘Dus Ka Dam’.

The real king of Bollywood, Akshay Kumar is now a hot cake in tinsel town and no doubt, lady luck is smiling and blessing him copiously. From being a chef to being a martial arts trainer, he started his career as a model and then became an actor.

His success rose in 2007, when he starred in four consecutive commercial hits. His film, Singh Is Kinng, has been declared as a blockbuster after breaking the first week’s worldwide record of Shahrukh’s Om Shanti Om, which recorded the previous highest figure. He is a versatile actor now and his popularity knows no boundary.

Popularly known as ‘Circuit’, Arshad has made a name for himself in Bollywood after his critics-acclaimed role in Munnabhai series. He faced various ups and downs in his reel and real life. He was orphaned at the age of 14 and struggled hard for living in Mumbai. Through Tere Mere Sapne, he kicked off his filmi journey but his acting skills sharpened with Munnabhai MBBS. Anchoring the reality show, ‘Bigg Boss’ also enhanced his popularity and after the movies Maine Pyar kyun Kiya, Lage Raho Munnabhai and Golmaal series, Arshad is ready to explore more.

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GupShup Clooney in love again

Hollywood actor George Clooney seems to be getting serious about his new Italian lover Elisabetta Canalis, a model and a television journalist. Veteran Clooney recently returned after a biking date with her. He was introduced to this beauty girl by mutual friends in Rome.

However, Elisabetta has earlier been seen with football stars, Christian Vieri and Parma Reginaldo, before meeting the actor. Now only time will tell, who deserts whom first, Clooney or Elisabetta. We think that Clooney will be the winner again, as he ditched his last ‘serious’ girlfriend, waitress Sarah Larson, only after 11 months.

Britney’s ‘Sole Food’

Aftab’s new passion

Aftab Shivdasani is happy these days because his movie Kambakkht Ishq did well at the box office and he also announced his production house, ‘Rising Sun’. Aftab wanted to create opportunities for himself by producing such films, which would otherwise not come to him. “The main motto of my production house is to make unconventional films commercially. I wanted to do this for quite some time now and felt that the right time is when my passion is at its optimum,” said excited Aftab. However, Aftab denied rumours of retirement from movies. “I will always be known first as an actor and then a producer. The production company is secondary because acting comes first to me.” Don’t worry Aftab, who cares about your acting?

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After her failed marriage and drug addiction, celebrity singer Britney Spears is planning to resurrect herself by indulging in some serious business. Earlier, she tried her hand in restaurant business but that venture went sour. She now plans to rejuvenate this restaurant and has handed it over to her father, Jamie Spears.

According to a source, “Britney wanted to give him something useful as a sign of her appreciation because she knows that he has always got her best interest at heart.” The new restaurant, ‘Sole Food’ will be located in Los Angeles. Hope visitors will be served ‘sole’ food and not only the low down fantasies of Spears.

Mugdha’s bitter birthday bash

The success of a single movie does not ensure a venerable star-status. Model turned actress Mugdha Godse realised this maxim lately. She wanted to celebrate her birthday in grand style with her friends from the modelling world and Bollywood. However, her first celebration after entering Bollywood turned sour, when her co-stars such as Ajay Devgan, Bipasha Basu, Fardeen Khan and director Rohit Shetty did not turn up at her party. She was constantly looking at the entrance hoping that her colleagues would drop by but alas! Old friends Madhur Bhandarkar, Priyanka Chopra and Neil Nitin Mukesh were there but it was not enough for the poor birthday girl to cheer.

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Suniel Shetty’s nightmare

Bollywood brawny Suniel Shetty has perturbed the Airports Company of South Africa (ACSA).

The actor, who was shooting in Durban, alleged that he has been robbed for the second time in South Africa and airport luggage handlers could be the main culprits in this ‘organised crime’. “I think this happens because they can see what is in the luggage.” Airport authorities are worried with this statement as this can affect the expected influx of tourists for the FIFA World Cup to be hosted across South Africa next year.

The actor, however, added that the incidents would not stop him coming back to South Africa as he had fallen in love with the country. Good news for South African airport luggage handlers!

Madonna's publicity funda Sensational Madonna loves limelight. The famous pop singer is again in the news as her private telephone calls are set to be made public. Her steamy answering machine messages, which she left for her former lover in the 1990, are ready for sale in New York. She faxed notes to ex-boyfriend Jim Albright and left erotic messages on his voice mail.

These letters and taped calls will be auctioned off with the recorded messages in two cassettes. The auction is expected to fetch approximately 40,000 US dollars. It is killing two birds with one stone, publicity as well as money in one shot.

End of the war

Two titans of Bollywood, Aishwarya and Shah Rukh have decided to patch up their seven year old cold war.

Aishwarya has consented to work in Shah Rukh’s next home production movie. Their clash began after Aishwarya was ousted from SRK’s home production movie, Chalte Chalte due to Salman’s nosy behaviour on the sets. However, things are now looking positive as both stars have decided to bury their hatchets and work together for a flick to be produced by SRK’s ‘Red Chillies Entertainment’. Are Vivek and Salman listening?

Lesbian Fox

Steaming beauty Megan Fox has already publicised her crush for girls. She admitted her fascination for women and confessed a secret crush for Hollywood actress, Angelina Jolie.

Recently the sexy siren showed her bisexual urges with a lesbian kiss in her new movie, Jennifer’s Body. The 23 year old was able to fulfil her fantasies with a girl to girl sexy smooch in this film. "I think I’m pretty sexy in it. There is a hint of a lesbian relationship in this girl-to-girl kiss,” declared Megan. The Transformers star has made a lot of news in the past year and has been regularly voted as the sexiest woman in the world.

Run girls run, Megan is coming!

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Saw VI

Shock till you drop

This horror thriller is arriving to keep the audience on the edge of their seats.

It has been reported that this movie will be much more violent than the previous films in the basket. Starring Costas Mandylor, Mark Rolston, Betsy Russell, Tobin Bell, Shawnee Smith and Peter Outerbridge, this movie revolves around a killer game, in which every participant passes through different levels of the game to survive. Director Kevin Greutert and cinematographer David Armstrong have left no stone unturned to invent new grisly methodologies to horrify the audience. A movie to watch out for thriller lovers.

My Name is Khan

Battle of survival

This social, emotional drama is produced and directed by Karan Johar. Based on the aftermath of 9/11, the plot revolves around a muslim protagonist, who visits America and gets into hot water because of his religion. Starring Shahrukh Khan, Kajol, Jimmy Shergill and Zarina Wahab, the movie is a come back for the 90’s superhit jodi, Shahrukh and Kajol in Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham. Shankar, Ehsaan and Loy have composed the music and cinematography is done by Ravi K. Chandran. The recent investigation about the incident that happened with Shahrukh at Newark airport in US is also interrelated to this movie. However, Shahrukh discards such reports as a mere ‘gimmick’.

Whiteout

Spine chilling thriller

This thriller by director Dominic Sena revolves around a U.S. Marshal, who has to solve a murder mystery in Antarctica within three days before the arctic winter begins. Starring Kate Beckinsale, Gabriel Macht, Columbus Short, Alex O'Loughlin, Shawn Doyle, Tom Skerritt, this movie is based on a comic book by the same name.

Dominic’s earlier two movies, directed by him, have garnered good reviews, so once again the expectations are high.

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After the success of Ghajini, it was assumed that Bollywood directors have got a winning formula to keep cash registers ringing up at box office. However, it is an irony that more and more directors and producers are still showing faith in romance and comedy themes. In this context, action director Rajkumar Santoshi’s romantic comedy is now ready to amuse the audience. Starring Ranbir Kapoor, Katrina Kaif and Upen Patel, the movie is a love story of a depressed lover-boy. According to Santoshi, “This is my first love story. People seem to think it is an intense love story but it is not. It has lots of very light and very humorous moments." Produced by Ramesh S Taurani, the film is written jointly by Rajkumar Santoshi & R.D.Tailang. All the songs are recorded by music director, Pritam.

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Tum Mile

A love story in mayhem

The tragedy of Mumbai floods has inspired many Bollywood directors to capture that fateful day on screen. Now director Kunal Deshmukh is geared up to capture the horrifying day with a backdrop of a love story. Starring Emraan Hashmi and Soha Ali Khan, the movie revolves around two persons, who are caught in the flood.

According to Kunal, with this film, he would like to question the authorities, why people died in the torrid rains, which shook the city in 2005. Co-produced by Sony Music and Vishesh Films, the movie is Kunal’s second film after the success of his Jannat.

Gamer

Action and adventure

Directed by Mark Neveldine and Brian Taylor, this high-pitched sci-fi action thriller is set in the near future, where gaming and entertainment have evolved into a terrifying new hybrid. Humans can control other humans through mind technology systems and can play with them as players. Starring Gerard Butler, Michael C. Hall, Alison Lohman, Amber Valletta and Logan Lerman, the movie presents the dark side of on-line action games. Director duo, Mark and Brian are skilled in making electrifying thrillers to keep the audience on the edge of their seats. How this movie upholds their forte, it will be interesting to watch.

Surrogates

A glimpse into the future Based upon a comic book by the same name, this movie is a sci-fi thriller. Director Jonathan Mostow presents a mechanised future, where humans live in isolation and interact only via robotic bodies that serve as their surrogates. The plot revolves around a cop, who tries to tackle a murder mystery through the help of his robotic version. After a near fatal encounter, his substitute is destroyed, which forces him to bring his human form out of isolation and unravel a conspiracy behind the crimes.

Starring Bruce Willis, Radha Mitchell, Rosamund Pike, James Francis Ginty and Boris Kodjoe, the movie is full of computer generated images.

Jail

Inside a world of prison

After picturisation of the glamorous world of fashion, director Madhur Bhandarkar is ready with another realistic venture. Starring Neil Nitin Mukesh, Mugdha Godse, Manoj Bajpai and Arya Babbar, this movie depicts the darker side of Indian prisons and police torture.

The story revolves around an innocent man, who is marooned by his family in mysterious circumstances and ends up as a jailbird. The movie is narrated through his point of view. Music is composed by Shamir Tandon, Sharib and Toshi Sabri. Cinematographer Kalpesh Bhandarkar has effectively captured the gloomy life of prison. Hope Madhur has another win-win situation!

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Kazo introduces men’s wear line

Leading women fashion brand, ‘Kazo’ launched their men’s wear segment with the introduction of a new line, ‘Kazo Man’. A fashion show at GK-1, New Delhi unveiled this trendy line. The winners of 2009 MTV Roadies and Splitsvilla winners, Nauman, Siddharth and Sakshi sizzled the ramp along with well-known models. Under the leadership of Deepak Aggarwal, the brand has pioneered as one of the most preferred and top fashion brands.

R.D.Lal, founder & chairman, IIFT with Mrs. Charu Lal

IIFT celebrates Glamoria’09

International Institute of Fashion Technology (IIFT) celebrated the completion of its 19th year of existence with an annual fashion show, ‘Glamoria’09’ at DLF place mall, New Delhi.

The event showcased the creativity of the upcoming designers from the 70 centres of IIFT. The creativity of these designers was flaunted by renowned models such as Barkha Kaul, Ritu, Sahiba and Rashmi along with others. The entire show was based on the themes derived from the fashion forecast trends of spring summer 2010. “IIFT has always believed in bringing to the forefront the student’s latent talents thereby giving them a platform, which would earn them recognition.

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63rd festival of short digital films at AAFT

Vijay Goel, chief guest and former union minister, Government of India inaugurated this festival at Asian Academy of Film and Television (AAFT), Noida. The festival was organised by International Film and Television Club (IFTC) and had the best 15 films made by students of the last year batch of AAFT, produced by Marwah Films and Video Production. Speaking on the occasion, Sandeep Marwah said, “I am proud that I could create an international record with the students of AAFT by producing 1500 short films with these young filmmakers belonging to 70 different countries.” The other speakers, who addressed the audience, were Anup Bhandari, Chief Editor, ModelsnTrends fashion magazine, Krishna V. Rajan, Chairman, Universal Peace Federation, Vinod Zutshi, TV producer and director, Arun Kumar of International Sports Entertainment Ltd., and Kalyan Sarkar, Dean, AAFT. On the occasion, Sandeep Marwah presented the academy award to film director Rajesh Bajaj, an alumnae of AAFT from 7th batch, for his sincere contribution to the film and TV industry.

Mystique Miss NCR 2009 concluded

‘Mystique Miss NCR 2009’ event concluded at hotel Ramada Plaza, New Delhi. Out of the 50 contestants, the crown of honour went to Shakshi Bhayana, Mystique Miss NCR 2009, the first runner up, Ankita Sharma and the second runner up, Ekta Juneja. Presented by SR Foils & Tissues Limited, this fashion and beauty event thrilled the audience with heart stopping performances.

Judges Rohit Suri, Bharti Taneja, Nitin Vijay and Ishita gave their inputs to declare the winners.

Winners of ‘Mystique Miss NCR 2009’

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JD institute celebrates ‘ME’

JD Institute of Fashion Technology produced designs in the area of fashion, jewellery, interiors and photography with fresh and innovative talents at JD annual design awards ‘09 in New Delhi. ‘ME’ was the theme for this year's design awards. This was an exclusive show to encourage designers in the area of women’s wear.

Scorching the ramp was a mix of national and international models like, Michelle, Martha, Carol, Natasha, Karishma, Ruchi, Subra Ayiappa, Carol Humtsoe and Oana. Sunil Sethi, President, FDCI, was the guest of honour, who awarded the young designers with full zest and enthusiasm. Pop diva Shibani Kashyap opened the show and also walked the ramp.

Diana Hayden with Raghu Kumar, MD, Allergan India

Allergan India unveils dermal fillers

Allergan, the maker of Botox, announced its dermal hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers, Juvéderm Ultra and Juvederm Ultra Plus into the Indian market. Dermal fillers are used widely in aesthetic clinics to enhance facial beauty by correcting folds and wrinkles of men and women as they age, predominantly in people, who are in their mid-thirties and forties. Juvéderm Ultra and Ultra Plus belong to a class of dermal fillers that use HA as the filling agent. HA is a natural lubricant, which is already present in the skin.

These dermal fillers temporarily help to restore the lost HA, thereby restoring beauty. Former Miss World Diana Hayden launched the products with Raghu Kumar, Managing Director, Allergan India. On the occasion Dr. Jamuna Pai, Dr. Srilata Trasi, Dr. Stefania Roberts, Dr. Rashmi Shetty and Dr. Snehal Sriram were present.

Singer Shibani Kashyap with participated students

Designers Kapil and Monika store opening

Designers Kapil and Monika opened their first store in South Delhi. Cinestar Karishma Kapoor inaugurated the store and displayed the designer duos creativity. Both husband and wife, Kapil and Monika Arora have made a mark for themselves as costume designers for celebrities. They started as fashion retailers by establishing their own fashion store in Delhi, and took a step forward by starting their own fashion label, ‘Kapil and Monika’. They are also retailing through popular fashion stores like Kimaya, Millionaire and have built a loyal clientele in Dubai, London and Canada. The event was graced by Kapil Dev, Ramola Bachchan, Ramneek Paintal, designer Leena Singh, Sheeba and Prateek and film producer, Vasu Bhagnani.

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He has made remarkable predictions about people, countries and events. He predicted several events like the death of India’s Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, fall of Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif, the premiers of Pakistan; fall of the Deve Gowda government, the Gujral government and the Narasimha Rao government in India. He has made predictions regarding several personalities including film personalities like Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Saif Ali Khan, Abhishek Bachchan including the ups and downs of their career as well as the laurels and accolades that they will win.

His precise forecasts also follow the careers of sporting personalities like M. S. Dhoni, Gautam Gambhir, Anil Kumble, Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid, etc. Political careers of many have been accurately traced by him, which include political personalities like Sonia Gandhi, Mayawati, Pranab Mukherjee, L K Advani, Atal Behari Vajpayee to mention a few.

He had also accurately predicted on Barack Obama being the Democratic Presidential candidate and his becoming the future President of the United States of America months before the election.

Pandit Ajai Bhambi has authored many books some of which are ‘Be Your Own Astrologer’, ‘Vaastu for You and Your Family’, ‘Neech Bhang Raj Yog’, ‘Manavta Ka Ekmatra Mitra Shani’ to name a few.

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(April 21 - MAY 21)

GEMINI

(May 22 - June 21)

Pandit Ajai Bhambi

n astrologer of international repute, Pt Ajai Bhambi has been practicing astrology for over thirty years. He is a post graduate in Economics as well as a law graduate; he was a practicing lawyer for some years in addition to his commitment to astrology. He started using computerisation for astrology way ahead of its common usage now.

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This is going to be a mixed month. A lot of issues need to be looked into once again. So take stock of the different aspects in your life.

Also, look at your plans in relation to what others around you are doing and see if you can combine forces. Cooperation instead of competition needs to be emphasised, which is something that could pay dividends in future. Those in the arts would get benefit from this cooperation. Emotional disturbances, however, can bother you. Hold on to your patience and stamina as you are going to need to draw on your inner strength and fortitude this month. Family will be supportive and your better half will help you to gain insight into certain matters. Financially, it is a good month and money matters continue to do well. With opportunities for travel, business or personal reasons coming your way, make the most of it, as this travel will pay off. Special care of your health needs to be taken, especially to keep stress and tension at bay.

CANCER

A square between Venus and Mercury will provide you with the best of opportunities in this month as it begins on a positive note.

Communications, contacts and travel will prove to be extremely useful. New horizons are opening up as also the environment that offers new opportunities, connections and new dimensions and you get wonderful results. You flower as an individual and share your vibrancy with people at work and in your personal life. Your potential is realised both by your self and seniors as you manage professional matters with ease to get desired results. A previously unsung talent in the field of art, entertainment or media could come to light and you look to ways to train in this field. Your image will enhance and you are perceived as confident and courageous. A lot of travel is foreseen for you this month. Be ready for some unexpected financial gains. An affair is something else to look forward to as you are full of charm and this love affair brings in joy and warmth.

Your creativity will be at par excellence and this is an excellent period when new ventures can be initiated. You communicate well and are able to put across your viewpoint effectively. Along with your creativity, this is where you score over others and you may bag excellent offers. However, it is also a time for you to exercise caution, especially when you are on unfamiliar territory. Take care of your health. This is the aspect that you have been neglecting of late and needs to be attended to. Concentrate on leading a healthy lifestyle, especially to keep stress at bay. Personally this is a good period, where personal relations thrive and grow positively. You are open to new feelings and some of you will be in a love affair, which brings in much joy. Children are a source of pride and pleasure.

Socially you will be quite active. Overseas travel is indicated during this month.

(June 22 - July 22)

Think twice before you act. Do not make hasty decisions otherwise you might repent later on. This could be a trying phase as delays and obstacles will mar efforts. It would be absolutely necessary at this point to steer clear of all controversies. Make sure that you do not get so distracted by your dilemma that you forget where you are and with whom you are. Money matters need to be handled carefully. It is not a good time for new investments. The tension at your job place could have far reaching consequences so you may have to make some compromises now, but being flexible keeps you open to new approaches. Keep a balance on all levels of consciousness. Tackle this phase in a systematic manner and you will soon find yourself out of this sticky situation. Your spouse or partner will provide you extra support and good advice. You find that you get cooperation from your friends and that too without too many questions being asked. You stick to your exercise schedule and benefit from it both physically and emotionally.

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LIBRA

This month will prove favourable for you in many spheres of life.

Efforts will pay off and you shall find the solution to existing problems. Those in the media and fashion infuse ingenuity in professional ventures as you shine in these fields. You work on new ideas and are likely to initiate a new project. You will encounter an event, which encourages you to experience life in a free-flowing fashion; you may even get off your schedule and go with the flow.

Contacts, communications, short journeys enthuse you as you are full of charm, bright ideas and even innovations. Sudden gains are not ruled out. You feel much more stable and comfortable with your monetary situation. Your love life will see you doing things together and bonding well. Your relationship with your spouse or partner is now on a much firmer footing as you discover some delightful yet hitherto hidden aspects of your partner. Those who are single will find someone, who strikes an instant chord and beholds you in a wonderful relationship. Minor health problems should not be brushed aside but rather be addressed at the earliest.

(September 23 - October 23) A wonderful month as a lot of new things will happen. There is bound to be success in undertakings so go ahead and put your well thought out plans into action. Those in the creative field will excel. Keep an open mind and be receptive to new ideas and professional opportunities, which could lead to a new job while some of you, will be in for perks recognition and prestige. Your image will enhance, as you are ready to reassess your goals and dreams. Things move smoothly for you on the personal front. You show love and care in personal relationships and get support and love in return as you infuse energy in your interactions with loved ones. Finances are stable and there are some gains. You are active both professionally and socially; a variety of social activities add to the busy schedule. Travel is also possible for some of you. Take care of yourself and learn to relax in between all these activities. This will rejuvenate you or else, you will end up feeling exhausted.

SAGITTARIUS

(November 23 - December 21)

Look forward to an exciting month, where a lot of good things will happen. You will find yourself in an environment that is conducive to a much more creative mood and also provide you with requisite stability. Certain energy possesses you and you seek to channelise it in business ventures and interactions with peers and those who are young at heart. Professionally a rewarding month, as you are brilliant and skilful and gain repute in your sphere of activity. Your focus is on getting to the heart of the matter and homing in on the truth.

Financially a strong period, where you will get good gains. Unexpected financial benefit could come your way leaving you speechless. Though you are drawn to material things, feel free to enjoy the simple pleasures, which come for free. Emotions are on an even keel, as you feel loved in family relationships and share joy with your family members, a period of happy family life. Be ready for frequent travel, which will literally take you places.

AQUARIUS

(January 21 - February 18)

You have been caught up in a lot of activity on the professional front. Many things take shape and your image will enhance.

Pending tasks will be completed and you will get a new spurt of energy and enthusiasm to get on to more projects and jobs. Many new contacts have been made over the last few months and these new contacts will pay off. Changes are manifesting faster than you may realise. All this will certainly be exciting but you may feel a bit apprehensive. However, you cannot move ahead without taking some risks. On the personal front, friends will cooperate immensely. In fact, some of this goodwill will spill over to your professional field too and you will reap benefits. Family ties will be stronger and you will find that you express your thought and feelings to your spouse, thereby further strengthening your relationship. You rediscover common interests. Children fair well and do you proud. This is also a good month for money matters.

Expenses slow down and you are in a position to consolidate and make investments. Travel plans take shape and materialise. For some of you, overseas travel is not ruled out.

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VIRGO

(August 24 - September 22)

SCORPIO

Well aligned Venus and Mercury will help tremendously. This will prove very useful and beneficial as a new association or partnership maybe formed. This applies to matters of the heart too and an affair is not ruled out. You may find that you are romantically attracted towards a person, whose company you find extremely stimulating. You are likely to be creatively inclined and will be drawn to such activities. This will help you to stand out in your professional group, where you and your thoughts shine. By believing and making the effort, you are likely to get what you want. Work towards your goals instead of waiting for others to take care of you. This will be an excellent month for money and business. You may get an opportunity for overseas travel. Some of you can invest in property or conveyance. There will be much social activity including a celebration of which you will be a part of. This will usher in much joy in the family. You are favoured with vigour and good health as you participate in an exercise regimen and benefit from a healthy lifestyle.

(October 24 - November 22) Something may upset you emotionally but you will also overcome it fast. This is likely to be visible in both your professional and your personal life; however your professional life will remain stable. On the whole, you will face some daunting situations but you will face them squarely. Your creative and intellectual ventures take off the ground but cannot go far if you do not plan schedules well. Exploration into your creative interests will get your curiosity going and you will want to share this information that you gain. You could be called upon to defend your decisions and at this time, aggression and arrogance will worsen the situation. The second half of the month is better than the first half and you will see things take a positive turn. There could be a change in residence or place of work for some. You need to remain relaxed. You will feel listless and seem to lack energy. Travel will bring in good luck and this travel could open up a few possibilities, which will help you diversify.

CAPRICORN

PISCES

(December 22 - January 20)

A beautiful trine between Saturn and Pluto will help you immensely; luck will favour you and boost your career tremendously. You will get an opportunity for overseas travel.

You will prove your mettle and you will be recognised for your worth. This will widen your horizon and put your career on the fast track. If you use all your senses to manifest the state of abundance you want to attain, and keep doing this regularly, you will eventually get what you want. Personal finances will stabilise and grow. Some of you can invest in property or conveyance. Socially, you are going to be very popular. There will be many social gatherings to attend and friends will constantly surround you. During the course of this, you may meet a new and interesting person and you will form a special bond, which will energise you. Be ready for a joyous affair. Your health has been indifferent of late, however this month you will feel energised and there will be an upswing in your energy levels. You will be eager to get back to your exercise routine.

(February 19 - March 20)

This looks to be a mixed month as some of your plans go haywire.

Though personal finances stabilise, be careful with your money and avoid risky ventures. Take appropriate guidance; trust in your own self-awareness and confidence built up over the years. Stay in tune with your initiatives and you will succeed. On the professional front, you start your new project with a bang and come in for praise and accolades. You are brimming with ideas and these are well-received in your professional circles. New opportunities for increasing both status and income could come your way. Your efforts are recognised as you bask in the glory.

Those who are in a relationship will have a setback in their love affair. Family life however is smooth and your spouse and children are supportive and shower their love on you. You enjoy time with friends and your social circle expands. There is definite re-bonding with friends. Short trips are on the anvil and will rejuvenate you.

Concentrate on changing your lifestyle and adopting a healthier one to keep seasonal ailments at bay and to elevate your spirits.

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