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ASHADH 2067

A COMPLETE MEN’S ISSUE Fast cars, stylish bikes, coolest gadgets and football

A DAY WITH

Hari Bangsa Acharya

BHUSAN DAHAL on his transition from a paper boy to the desk of the CEO

SUMMER’S SKIN CARE, THE NATURAL WAY!

Turning the pages of

WORLD CUP history

WITH LOVE

letters from readers N av y a a t a f i l l e d i n t h e s p a ce Hats off to the Navyaata team for bringing such a magazine in the country. There was lack of such a magazine which focused on every aspect of lifestyle and you guys filled in the space. I especially liked the section ‘Navyaata Memoirs’ on the microbus towards which I could relate to really well. Navyaata is definitely here to stay. Cheers!

Tsering Paldon, Budhanilkantha

A magazine is born!

Welcome to this world, Navyaata. From the cover to the pictures to the contents, I enjoyed the magazine thoroughly. I had never seen Ayusha Karki look this ravishing (on the first issue). You guys have worked with immense passion for the magazine and we can see the effort instantly. Looking forward for many more years in the future.

Priti Thapa, Baneshwor

Refreshing and glamorous I don’t know where to start from. Everything about Navyaata is refreshing and glamorous. I never thought that even such a magazine would be brought in Nepal and Navyaata has proved me wrong in every good way. I loved the cover of the second issue (May-June 2010) with Tenzing Dawa Shakya on the cover. One of the most beautiful faces I’ve seen on the cover of a magazine.

Hemant Rai, Sadobato

NAVYAATA President CEO Editor Creative Head Director

Dolly Gurung Himal Karmacharya Sudan Bista Hem Kumar Limbu Sarmila Thapa

Editorial Reporters Ujwol Shrestha Dolkar Lhamo Surakhsha Basnet Tsering Dolkar Gurung Photographers Phurpu Tsering Gurung Marketing Managers Reeti Rani Rai Dikila Ruit Marketing Associates Tara Lama (Tamang) Shanti Gurung Niru Shrestha Intern Tenzing Dorje Sonam Lama Fashion Coordinator

Co n g ra t u l a t i o n s !

When I first saw the magazine in the market, I didn’t have the slightest hint that it was a Nepali magazine. It was only after the shopkeeper told me that it was a new magazine in the market. I was pleasantly surprised and bought it instantly, curiously flipping through each and every page. The quality, the pictures, the writings – everything was different than what we have in Nepal.

Congrats on the great job. I can see the team has potential to do something different.

Sunny Lama, Baluwatar

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Great job!

Zillion, of congratulation to Navyaata for being the first ever fashion magazine of Nepal. We are very pleased to have a magazine like this which covers all national and international fashion related information. We are really impressed with your first edition especially we like the “Uh-oh!” section. Lots of subhakamana for your up-coming editions. Hat’s off to you guys for doing such a great job.

Fashion students of IEC College, 1st batch 6 NAVYAATA • ASHADH

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Calendar

The entire listing of the matches of your favourite team. Here at

page 12 - 13 Memoirs

Six people remember their tale of World Cup.

page 15 - 17 Footballers Share

The country’s three footballers tell us what they are shopping this season and who they are cheering for at

page 18 and 19 Navyaata Shop Men and their toys

Nothing could separate them. An array of stylish bikes, fast cars, faithful best friends and the latest technology.

At page 20 - 27 7 days wardrobe fix

Playing it cool and sober as a professional at

page 28 - 29 How to...

Wear the Puma shoes with some style in four cool ways.

page 30 and 31 Navyaata Interview

Know the real Bhusan Dahal at

page 34 – 36

Navyaa People

The actor who started from small stage shows to becoming the country’s top comedian. Spend a day with Hari Bangsa Acharya at

page 38 - 40

Profile

The glamorous Rubina Rana of IsaDora answers Navyaata’s intimate questions at

page 42 – 43 Fashion Feature

Introducing to you five new faces that rocked the fashion feature of Navyaata at

page 46 – 50 Fashion Feature

The men’s style that clicks the meter right on.

page 54 - 59 Youth Vibe

Three young individuals tell us about their ambitions to do their bit for the country.

page 60 - 62 Navyaata twosome

Three couples let us into their lives of togetherness. Read it here at

page 64 - 66 Music and Food

Rock Sitar takes the lead this month with their contemporary soul touching music.

page 70 - 72 WELLNESS It’s time to trim and groom, dear men!

page 78 - 80

Makeover

It’s men makeover this time on our in-house photographer Phurpu Tsering Gurung.

page 82 Book Review

Narayan Wagle enlists his three favourite books.

page 81 My Story

Real life incidents heard from you and sent by you.

page 90 -91 XOXO

What’s up with the Beiber Fever?

page 94 Behind the scenes

page 95 Horoscope

Get ready to know your man through his zodiac.

page 96 PP Party Nepal’s yet another successful party.

page 98 - 99

ON OUR COVER

Navya Girls anna Gurung, 17, is an A level student at Malpi International College. She claims to have had an experience of a life time during the shoot. Despite her classes and modelling, Sanna plays guitar and sings to her mood. With quality like hers, there are a lot of door open towards success. On the other hand Pravina Tamang, 21 had a tough time during the photo shoot.

Seeing others pose for the camera, she always thought that it was a very easy job, but later during the shoot she realized how hard and difficult it actually was. Pravina is a junior at Ace Institute of Management who also makes time for voluntary service within the college. Shraddha KC is turning 19 this June. Beautiful and open-minded, she is easy to talk to. She recently finished her intermediate from Kalimpong and is now planning to pursue her Bachelors in Kathmandu.

Photograph: Kishor Kayastha Post production: Vidhan Rajbhandari

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GROUP A

GROUP E

11/06

19:45

Johannesburg - JSC

South Africa

Vs

Mexico

14/06

17:15

Johannesburg - JSC

Netherlands

Vs

Denmark

12/06

00:15

Cape Town

Uruguay

Vs

France

14/06

19:45

Mangaung / Bloemfontein

Japan

Vs

Cameroon

17/06

00:15

Tshwane/Pretoria

South Africa

Vs

Uruguay

19/06

17:15

Durban

Netherlands

Vs

Japan

18/06

00:15

Polokwane

France

Vs

Mexico

20/06

00:15

Tshwane/Pretoria

Cameroon

Vs

Denmark

22/06

19:45

Rustenburg

Mexico

Vs

Uruguay

25/06

00:15

Rustenburg

Denmark

Vs

Japan

22/06

19:45

Mangaung / Bloemfontein

France

Vs

South Africa

25/06

00:15

Cape Town

Cameroon

Vs

Netherlands

GROUP B

GROUP F

12/06

19:45

Johannesburg - JEP

Argentina

Vs

Nigeria

15/06

00:15

Cape Town

Italy

Vs

Paraguay

12/06

17:15

Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth

Korea Republic

Vs

Greece

15/06

17:15

Rustenburg

New Zealand

Vs

Slovakia

17/06

19:45

Mangaung / Bloemfontein

Greece

Vs

Nigeria

20/06

17:15

Mangaung / Bloemfontein

Slovakia

Vs

Paraguay

17/06

17:15

Johannesburg - JSC

Argentina

Vs

Korea Republic

20/06

19:45

Nelspruit

Italy

Vs

New Zealand

23/06

00:15

Durban

Nigeria

Vs

Korea Republic

24/06

19:45

Johannesburg - JEP

Slovakia

Vs

Italy

23/06

00:15

Polokwane

Greece

Vs

Argentina

24/06

19:45

Polokwane

Paraguay

Vs

New Zealand

GROUP C

GROUP G

13/06

00:15

Rustenburg

England

Vs

USA

15/06

19:45

Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth

Côte d’ Ivoire

Vs

Portugal

13/06

17:15

Polokwane

Algeria

Vs

Slovenia

16/06

00:15

Johannesburg - JEP

Brazil

Vs

Korea DPR

18/06

19:45

Johannesburg - JEP

Slovenia

Vs

USA

21/06

00:15

Johannesburg - JSC

Brazil

Vs

Côte d’ Ivoire

19/06

00:15

Cape Town

England

Vs

Algeria

21/06

17:15

Cape Town

Portugal

Vs

Korea DPR

23/06

19:45

Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth

Slovenia

Vs

England

25/06

19:45

Durban

Portugal

Vs

Brazil

23/06

19:45

Tshwane/Pretoria

USA

Vs

Algeria

25/06

19:45

Nelspruit

Korea DPR

Vs

Côte d’ Ivoire

GROUP D

GROUP H

14/06

00:15

Durban

Germany

Vs

Australia

16/06

17:15

Nelspruit

Honduras

Vs

Chile

13/06

19:45

Tshwane/Pretoria

Serbia

Vs

Ghana

16/06

19:45

Durban

Spain

Vs

Switzerland

18/06

17:15

Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth

Germany

Vs

Serbia

21/06

19:45

Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth

Chile

Vs

Switzerland

19/06

19:45

Rustenburg

Ghana

Vs

Australia

22/06

00:15

Johannesburg - JEP

Spain

Vs

Honduras

24/06

00:15

Johannesburg - JSC

Ghana

Vs

Germany

26/06

00:15

Tshwane/Pretoria

Chile

Vs

Spain

24/06

00:15

Nelspruit

Australia

Vs

Serbia

26 /06

00:15

Mangaung / Bloemfontein

Switzerland

Vs

Honduras

ROUND OF 16 49

26/06

19:45

Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth

1A:

Vs

2B:

50

27/06

00:15

Rustenburg

1C:

Vs

2D:

51

27/06

19:45

Mangaung / Bloemfontein

1D:

Vs

2C:

52

28/06

00:15

Johannesburg

1B:

Vs

2A:

53

28/06

19:45

Durban

1E:

Vs

2F:

54

29/06

00:15

Johannesburg

1G:

Vs

2H:

55

29/06

19:45

Tshwane/Pretoria

1F:

Vs

2E:

56

30/06

00:15

Cape Town

1H:

Vs

2G:

W53:

Vs

W54:

QUARTER-FINALS 57

02/07

19:45

Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth

58

03/07

00:15

Johannesburg

W49:

Vs

W50:

59

03/07

19:45

Cape Town

W52:

Vs

W51:

60

04/07

00:15

Johannesburg

W55:

Vs

W56:

61

07/07

00:15

Cape Town

W58:

Vs

W57:

62

08/07

00:15

Durban

W59:

Vs

W60:

63

11/07

00:15

Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth

L61:

Vs

L62:

Vs

W62:

SEMI-FINALS

MATCH FOR THIRD PLACE

FINAL 64

12 /07

00:15

Johannesburg

W61:

All screenings of the World Cup match will be shown exclusively at Lakhey Restro n' Bar. 18 -19 June - Anniversary celebration of City Centre from noon to 5 pm With a theme, ‘Wave your flag’; The Factory is screening all the matches of the World Cup on 2 high definition projections.

FACTS

Here are some of the most unforgettable moments in World Cup history.

Controversial, inspirational, hilarious –these incidents prove that football is more than just a game.

WORLD CUP

INCREDIBLE INCIDENTS Maradona’s “Hand of God” victory (1986) In 1986, World Cup quarterfinal between Argentina and England was high on tension. Just four years prior to the match, the two nations had fought a war in the Falklands, and the British tabloids were obsessed with anti–Argentine sentiments. However, Diego Maradona’s team was the tournament favourite. For all the political drama surrounding the game and the beautiful game played by both teams, this game will always be remembered for the controversial hand goal scored by Maradona.

And that was the difference, much to the dismay of the English fans. Later at a press 14 NAVYAATA • ASHADH

conference, Maradona was quoted, “That was the hand of God.” Zidane’s head bash (2006) During the 2006 World Cup in Germany, the final match between France and Italy was packed with drama and action.

Zinedine Zidane aka ‘Jiju’ was constantly harassed by the Italians trying to provoke the star player to do something stupid.

When one of the Italian players, Marco Materazzi, uttered obscene personal remarks to Zidane, he retaliated with a heavy head bash on Materazzi’s chest that made him fall to the ground. Zidane got the red card and the Italians got their victory.

Columbian player shot dead (1994) World Cup 1994 hosted

by USA was bad luck for Columbian players. They lost to USA. The winning goal was a suicide goal by a their own, Andreas Escobar.The football mad country just couldn’t tolerate what seemed like an unforgivable betrayal by one of their own. Many even accused Andreas of taking bribes from Americans. The saga ended one day when he was shot dead by a football maniac near his home town of Medellin.

North Korea’s surprising debut: (1966) North Korea became the first Asian nation to participate in the World Cup. They were the

underdogs fascinating many English fans with their fast attacking style.

Their defining moment was when they defeated Italy, the hot favourite of the tournament, inthe first round and went on to the quarter-finals.

And there is a twist to this story. Reports circulated in the British press about how the North Korean players got drunk in pubs and slept with English prostitutes.

Upon their return home, the North Korean police arrested them on charge of damaging national prestige. So, the history making team spent the rest of their lives in jail.

India disqualified for not wearing shoes: (1950) India never made it to the World Cup finals. But many of us do not know that in the 1950 World Cup, the nation did manage to be selected.

But the Indian players were accustomed to playing barefoot and

insisted on not wearing shoes in the cup as well.

World Cup’s governing body FIFA rejected this request citing hygiene and image issue. So, the Indians were forced to quit their participation and the golden chance never returned since.

Football brings peace: (1990) During the civil war in Lebanon, thousands of Iranian fighters were involved as recruits. The war waged on for years and no one could deliver peace.

Then came the World Cup of 1990. Die hard Iranian football fans announced ceasefire to watch their favourite match. Political analysts and historians found it quite extraordinary.

Football had brought peace when others had failed, serving as a reminder of the power of football.

MEMOIRS

My introduction to Pele’s exploits happened in 1990 World Cup. Back then I was in grade 7. Having no access to Internet (Wikipedia was not even a word back then), my knowledge of Pele was very limited. I knew he was best player ever to play the game. In fact, Pele and Maradona were the only two international football players I knew of.

I remember the day when Argentina played Cameroon in the first game of the 1990 World Cup. It was my first World Cup game and I was not going to miss it even with a 104 degree fever and a headache so severe that I still remember it to date. While we were waiting for the game to begin, I was treated to some very interesting tales of Pele’s skills.

My father pronounced, as he often likes to do, without regard for facts: “Nobody has ever stopped Pele‘s penalty Kick. There was a goalkeeper who once got his hands to the ball, but then he found himself pushed back behind the goal post by the sheer force of the ball’s velocity.” Not to be outdone, my uncle Ram Lal kaka agreed, but went onto add, “I hear he once aimed for the goal from the middle of the field. The ball was slightly off target. But Pele protested that the goal posts must be out of place. When they measured the posts, to the surprise of all, the goal posts were actually out of place!” I challenged the veracity of those statements, but my kaka retorted, “You are just a kid (hijo ko kopila, aaja ko phool); what do you know?”

Such was the aura of Pele that his exploits had taken a dimension of its own. As I wait for the 2010 World Cup, I cannot help but remember those outlandish tales of Pele.

A sneak attack, Shekhar Shrestha, 25

It was the summer of 1994 and the World Cup fever was heating up. I was nine then. I always found it fascinating how much anticipation and joy big events bring to the lives of people. Dull monotony of everyday life is altered by the feeling of excitement. Unfortunately my family members never shared my fascination for the game. They considered World Cup a waste of time. Stubborn that I was, I had made up my mind that I wouldn’t miss the finals between Brazil and Italy. So on the evening of the match, I sneaked out of my house to watch the game at my friend’s house. We enjoyed the match with his entire family. Even his old grandmother was excited about the match. By the time the match ended in favour of Brazil, it was past midnight. It suddenly occurred to me that my parents would be panic-stricken by now. Stealthily, I returned home hoping to creep inside the house. Bad luck! My father caught me on my way in. “Had enough of World Cup, you selfish boy?

Your mother has been crying all night,” he yelled. The next few days nobody in my house spoke to me.

They ignored me completely. I felt really bad. Then few days later my father came into my room with a brand new TV set. “This is for you,” he said, “so that you won’t run away from home again.” I didn’t know whether to feel happy or to feel guilty.

WHAT’S LEFT OF MY

WORLD CUP

No matter how good or bad, how crazy or not you are of football, everybody has their share of stories to tell about the World Cup. Here are five individuals who have their own memories to cherish and laugh about. Read on as these people take you back the memory lane on their World Cup memoirs.

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MEMOIRS

Romance went to weep Nisha Basnet, 28

E v e n t o d a y when I r e c a l l that day, I can’t stop feeling breezy and dim-witted for what I was up to back then. It was the 2006 World Cup. The football fever had taken over everyone -no gender, no age was left out. And, one amid all those going extreme was Pranesh Raj Bhandari. He was my sister’s batch mate and my first crazy crush. A day before the finals, I got to know that he was throwing a house party to rejoice the reaching of his favourite team to the finals. My sister asked me to come along too (I know all her friends very well).

Knowing that I was going to his place, I was up on cloud nine. I researched all the players and coaches. Burning the midnight oil, I was up till 1:45 jotting down the names of the players from the French team. I did all this to make an impression on him with my awareness of the French team. Never had I tried so hard to impress a guy. The next morning, I asked my sister what time we were leaving for the party.

She replied, “The party is not confirmed yet.”

And to my horror, the party was cancelled! All my hard work had gone down the drain.

Lived a nightmare Bidur Pandey, 32

Four years passed by but the bang the 2006 FIFA World Cup left in me is still fresh. I was in Amsterdam. I and a team of other Nepali students went to a sports bar to watch the match in a big screen. After the dramatic victory of the team we were supporting, we went wild.

We celebrated by gulping several rounds of beer. By the time we had enough of alcohol, we were all pretty spent. Even then, we joined the victory rally. As the rally was moving ahead, I hit the play board in the crossing. The cops arrested us for drunk driving and we were taken to the police station. Not surprisingly, the cops found out that two of my friends were illegal residents and the next morning they were deported to Nepal. To this day, I feel accountable for what happened.

It was 9:45 in the evening and the zeal to watch the World Cup prompted us to jump the high walls of the hostel. There was less fright as I was accompanied by 5 other friends. We were just so happy to be able to watch the final between Italy and France that we were oblivious to the possibility of punishment. We went to one of the small local restaurant. Even though, there was no proper mat or chairs and the TV was an antique black and white set, we made ourselves comfortable and felt content that at least we could watch the match. That night, we drank ourselves to the fullest, had aloo achar, choyla, chiura and momo. The Zidane head butt added extra spice to our excitement but it was disheartening to see Italy taking away the cup. After the match was over, we went back to our hostel at around four in the morning but to our dismay, the school warden had already found out about our escapade. In the morning assembly, in front of all the students, we were made to stand up for some painful whipping on our hinds and were fined as a punishment. But all of that seemed nothing when we remember that night. It was a twinge in the morning but the experience was blissful.

Runaway Football Pemba Dorjee, 21

Basketball in World Cup, Kiran Adhikari, 23

It was during the 2002 FIFA World Cup. I was in my ninth grade and those were the days when basketball was on the rise in schools and I too developed a keen interest in the game. We were returning home in our school bus. Everybody started talking about the World Cup - who they were cheering for and who they wanted to see in the finals. It was such a frenzy and even I got excited about the whole conversation and I blurted, “when is the basketball match? !” Everybody looked at me. Some were shocked, some found it amusing and others couldn’t stop laughing. One of them shouted, “World Cup is only about football.” I was very embarrassed and I blushed. The worst part is that the seniors whom I admired were also in the school bus and witnessed my lack of awareness. I couldn’t have felt more ashamed!

CHOICE

Shopping forsummer They kick, they dribble, they run and they play for a living.

But what are our footballer’s choices on fashion this summer besides playing balls? Read on to find out more about our footballers and what they love to shop this season.

SANTOSH SHAHUKHAL, 23 CLUB: NABIL THREE STAR POSITION: FORWARD “Ever since I was a child, I have been obsessed with football. This obsession drives me to be a world famous player someday. My early days as a professional footballer were disappointing. But recent years have shown a positive improvement in Nepali football and I am optimistic for the future.”

Shopping list for summer: Hip-hop pants, casual flats and cotton shirts are on the top of my list among other items. Adidas is renowned for quality, design and style which is why I prefer this brand over others.”

World Cup anticipation: This World Cup I am thinking of watching it at home with my homies and friends. I am looking forward to having a good time. I am a big fan of Wayne Rooney, so definitely I am cheering for the English team. Their team is very strong. People are going to witness them winning the World Cup trophy.

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PRADEEP MAHARJAN, 24 CLUB: NABIL THREE STAR POSITION: MID-FIELDER/CAPTAIN “I am a patriotic person. Doing social service for Nepal is my goal for the future.”

Shopping list for summer: “Sport shoes, sando and shorts are on my list this summer. American Eagle and Adidas are my choice of brands.”

World Cup anticipation: My preferred player is Ronaldinho from Brazil. But every player of Brazil plays really well and that is why I have been cheering for Brazil in every match, let it be national or international game. And on the day of the finals I am going to invite my friends over to my place and watch the game with them along with my family. I hope Brazil wins.

ANJAN K.C., 25 CLUB: NABIL THREE STAR POSITION: LEFT WING QUARTER BACK “Punctuality is a top priority for me. I can’t stand delays and don’t like waiting unnecessarily. As for myself loyalty, determination and commitment defines who I am.”

Shopping list for summer: “I intend to purchase few pairs of jeans, colourful cotton shirts and sport shoes this summer. Brands I lust for are Adidas (for shoes) and American Eagle (for jeans). Kathmandu Mall, Durbar Marg and Kumaripati are my choice of shopping stops. Page 3 at Kumaripati is my favourite for its great items at reasonable prices.”

World Cup anticipation: I am very excited about the World Cup and I am not going to miss even a single match. My favourite player is Midfielder Zavvi who plays for my favourite team, Spain. I am planning to watch the games in projector with my mates. I am sure it is going to be a whole lot of fun.

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iamonds are girl’s best friend and cars are men’s. The adrenaline rush, the thrill of sitting behind the wheels and the blow of the wind in your face is irresistible for any man.

You will not find a man who wouldn’t swear by his car or wouldn’t dream of owning a glorious automobile. Navyaata features some of the ardent car junkies, those who take pride in their cars and keep the wheels turning

Saisab Shrestha, the CEO of Leon Motors gave Nepal its first one-of-a-kind Mitsubishi GT3000.

Saisab imported the car from Japan in the year 1999. When asked why he loved the car so much, he replied, “I was very much impressed with the layouts, especially the pop-up headlights, and the bumper with black ripptle plates on each side of the license plate.” He further added, “I was also awed with its engine and the torque.”

Saisab mentions that this car is not only an asset to him but also a belonging that has given him memories to recall and incidents to laugh at such as the race he had with his friends during the Dashain time at the speed of 170 kilometre per hour and the long drives with his family and friends.

Rooting for Argentina in FIFA World Cup 2010

The Alfa Romeo Alfetta is an Italian rear-wheel drive executive saloon car and fastback coupe produced from 1972 until 1987 by Alfa Romeo.

Shokey Raj Shakya has had this beauty since 1977. During the 70’s, the custom duty for cars

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were very high, and it was almost impossible to buy an Alpha Romeo back then. But, after requesting the ex-king Gyanendra Shah, Shokey’s dad managed to get a duty-free exemption on the car. As the conversation progressed, he let us know that the car had a Formula 2 Engine in it. He further added, “Till date I have driven a variety of cars but, amongst all, Alpha Romeo stands out. It is my favorite and the best, never found anything so comfortable.”

Rooting for Argentina in FIFA World Cup 2010

The car was first brought to Nepal in the year 1976. A French man had driven the car all the way from France to Nepal. Back then cars were brought to Nepal through Iran, but ever since the Shah (King) of Iran was dethroned, this route has stopped. “Citron by Anne has a history in it,” says Swayambhu Raj Shakya, the owner of Swayambhu Garage. Swayambhu

The Volkswagen Beetle, also known as the Volkswagen Type 1, was an economy car produced by a German automaker Volkswagen (VW). In 2003 Volkswagen introduced the “New Beetle” that bore a visual resemblance to the original. The exclusivity and the exquisiteness of the original Beetle have earned it legions of fans. And amongst those going bonkers for the Volkswagen Type 1 is Subodh Das Shrestha.

has a big collection of antiques and one-of-a-kind cars. As we were discussing the car, Swayambhu let us know that in the near future he wishes to start a car museum in Nepal itself. The interiors and the color of the car are remarkable.

When asked how difficult it was for him to renovate the car, he replied, “Very difficult. I and my son would sit all day in front of the computer and look for the items in eBay.” At the end of the day, this maroon colored beauty is worth all the hard work and is truly a treasure to value.

Rooting for France in FIFA World Cup 2010

Subodh bought the car in 2003. He customized the car to his needs and desires. When asked why he opted for such a unique and antique car he replied, “I have always had a thing for historic and distinctive matters; plus this car is budget friendly and will make you stand out in the horde.

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SPECIAL

THE RAGE OF THE Motorcycles have been a hit with guys ever since they were first built in the year 1885 by German inventors Gottlieb Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach. Whether teenagers or in their 30s or hitting 60s, men have always had a fetish for bikes. Navyaata brings you seven of the most stylish, powerful and economic bikes along with their proud owners.

It has been around 5 years since Bishwa bought his Honda CB600 F Hornet. This was before the bike was available in the showrooms here.

Its unique color and Italian design caught his eyes and there was no way he was letting this beauty get away. He had the bike imported from Singapore. The bike ended up costing him around 11 Lakhs, but it was 11 Lakhs well spent. However, Bishwa hasn’t been able to enjoy his fancy ride as much as he would like to. The bad roads and the traffic snarls in Kathmandu means that he cannot really let out the bike’s oomph. These days, Bishwa has confined his rides on this bike to the weekends. With a mileage of 18-20 km per litre and a power of 599CC, Honda CB600 is any bike lover’s dream. Honda CB600 has a 2.5 litres mobil tank which sets it apart from other bikes that normally have 1 litre mobil tank. An avid bike collector this is Bishwa’s second sports bike. Earlier he owned Honda CB200 which he later sold to a friend. The Honda CB600 F Hornet is an epitome of a versatile and fun street bike. With aggressive looks and exhilarating performance, this bike defines a complete joyous ride.

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Alok had always dreamt of owning a Sports bike ever since he was a young boy. This dream did come true for him when he bought this super cool and super powerful Suzuki GSR 600CC some seven months ago. When asked about the attention he garners while riding the bike he says, “I did not buy this bike for attention. People have a misconception that guys ride fancy motorcycles to hold an impression.” Like Bishwa, Alok doesn’t ride his bike regularly. It is only for long trips outside Kathmandu that Alok unfurls his Suzuki GSR 600CC. With its upright and wide seating position as well as its under seat exhaust, this motorcycle has gained many admirers in Europe and Asia.

A popular RJ of Kantipur FM and co-owner of Attic Bar, Raymond Shrestha is a name well known to many. But what most of us may not know about him is his adoration of Bullet bikes. At present, Raymond rides an army green Bullet which he bought around a year ago. This is his second Bullet bike. Costing around 2.5 Lakhs, the Bullet is best known for its thunderous sound. The bike had been on Raymond’s wish list since he was a young school student. Raymond loves his classic bike dearly and enjoys riding it around. He thinks Bullet is the perfect ride for him because it is not too fancy but still looks and sounds very cool. When asked about his most memorable moment on the bike, Raymond shares, “Once I was going to Party Bhanjyang on my Bullet and it started raining heavily. Even so I continued the ride and when I reached the top of the hill, it felt great. It was simply amazing.” The Classic 500 is simple yet powerful. Its unique styling and ever so famous sound make heads turn everywhere not because it wants to but because it simply cannot be ignored.

Taking the brand, the cost factor and the flexibility of this motorbike, Rajesh Rauniar decided to buy the Honda VTR 250. “I bought this vehicle three years ago. Unlike other bikes of Honda, this model is really practical. It’s light and I don’t face any difficulty while parking it or dragging it if in case something goes wrong in the middle of nowhere.” Rajesh has decided not to dispose his Honda at any cost for the emotional attachment he shares with his pet. “This bike is not just a vehicle, it is my pet,” shares Rajesh.

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Bajaj Pulsar is perhaps the most popular bike in Nepal. With great mileage and power, this bike is economical yet trendy, comfortable yet chic. Pulsar 220 DTS-Fi is Bajaj Pulsar’s latest venture. Its masculine and sporty look has attracted many youngsters and elderly alike. Sunny Singh, an engineering student, is one of them. Like many other college students, Sunny has always been fascinated by motorcycles. Sunny shares that when Bajaj launched these rides, he was eager to purchase one and did just that some four months ago. Costing around 2.2 Lakhs, Pulsar 220 is an all purpose bike. It is perfect for daily commute as well as for long rides.

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The brand itself was what enticed Narayan Hajur Ghale towards the bike which he bought just a month ago. “Honda is such a brand which has made its mark as one of the finest companies and everyone prefers this brand,” says Narayan. The size, the colour, the weight, everything about this bike is perfect for Narayan “It’s neither too big nor too small. And in the city’s traffic snarl, one can easily steer and control this bike. The engine is Italian-made and the sound of it is like no other.”

“Most boys intentionally modify the height to make girls slip into their back but mine’s not that. I had modified my VR but now I’ve dropped it to the original height,” says Karna Hachhedhu. Karna bought his black Hartford VR some 2 years ago as it is the best option for nepal’s roads and it has great pick up. Like most inquisitive youngsters, even Karna had switched his silencer but the constant cursing from the old people and the fright of the traffic police grabbing you during traffic jam made him bring the pollution down. Karna has his own reasons for his romance with his VR. “It feels like riding a horse. I feel great when I’m on my VR. I used to have a purple stripe on my VR and whenever I hit the road, people used to recognise me just by my bike. It was as if my VR was my identity.”

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They promise to be your best friend and guard you with their life.

They are the most loyal living being which is why these men love their dogs and share a bond with them that cannot be replaced.

LABRADOR

Origin: Canada but developed as a breed in UK Name: Romer Owner’s name: Gaurav Rana CHARACTER Size (weight): Grooming required: Exercise required: Living space: Training required: Child tolerance: Stranger tolerance: Labradors are very kind, loving and compassionate to their masters.

Gaurav got the dog as a present from his cousin a year back. It’s dark brown coloured and has webbed foot that makes it stand out from all other breed. When asked any special moment that makes you admire Romer even more then before, Gaurav replied, “Few weeks back when I got back from States, Romer was so happy to see me that he literally jumped over me. That proved how devoted he is, because even after almost a year he remembered me just like yesterday.” Gaurav further adds that he is going to have a very hard time moving back to the United States as he will have to leave Romer behind.

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PUG

Origin: China Name: Junu Owner’s name: Dr. Sharad Singh Yadav CHARACTER Size (weight): Grooming required: Exercise required: Living space: Training required: Child tolerance: Stranger tolerance:

Pugs are sweethearts. The Pug or Chinese Pug is a sturdy small dog that is one of the most popular and largest of the toy dog breeds. No one can take their sight off from this breed (Pug). With their push-back noses and their dumpy bodies they are an eye candy to all. Pugs don’t have their nose bones as a result of which they have breathing problems, and at times the snoring is really loud. But for Dr Sharad Singh Yadav, the fun to be with Junu is worth the snag. “I nourish Junu with pedigree and chicken liver and we always go for a walk in evening. Junu is really cute.”

GERMANSHEPARD/ ALSATIAN Origin: Germany Name: Rocky Owner’s name: Saneil Puri

BULLMASTIFF

Origin: England Dogs Name: Busho Owners Name: Pratap Jung Thapa

CHARACTER Size (weight): Grooming required: Exercise required: Living space: Training required: Child tolerance: Stranger tolerance:

CHARACTER Size (weight): Grooming required: Exercise required: Living space: Training required: Child tolerance: Stranger tolerance:

“It has been almost two years since I have had this dog. I brought the dog from a cousin’s place in Nepal itself. It was only a month old when I got it home. I named the dog Rocky and since then I and Rocky share a relationship that is very special to both of us,” says Saneil Puri, the owner of Rocky. The two share such a deep bond that whenever Saneil honks his car at the gate when returning home, Rocky is always the first one to react which proves how loyal and dependable he is. When asked what were the factors that had Saneil so much into the dog he replied, “German Shepherds are one of the world’s most popular dog breeds.

The Alsatian has a broad skull and wedge-shaped muzzle with high set, erect ears. The Shepherd’s strong body is longer and it has a bushy tail that is carried fairly low.”

The Bullmastiff is a very large dog that is a cross between the Bulldog and the Mastiff dog breeds. This breed is strong and alert and appears to be about 60% Mastiff and 40% Bulldog, and that is what made Pratap Jung Thapa mad about Busho.

Pratap brought the dog from India and it’s one of a kind dog in Nepal. The dog feeds on Chicken liver and rice with chicken legs.

“Busho loves going for a walk and the only time I take him out is at late night, because people around panic when they see this giant Bullmastiff. Busho is a very good friend to me and a perfect guard for my house and my family.”

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Bishwa Bikram

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fix Some men need to dress up with a tie, belt and trousers for work while some lucky fellow need not do so. In a profession that does not expect you to be sleek and dandy, Bishwa Bikram Gurung, proprietor of Coffee Express, has the flexibility to dress according to his desire and liking. Being the owner of a coffee outlet is quite tricky in its own way. You can be laidback and cool at times, but when you really need to make an impression to be taken seriously, you need to look professional and business-like. Bishwa is normally either in his sporty getup or in his cool tees and jeans and at times, when he feels the need to look smart, he does so.

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Top notch customers coming for a cuppa

Friends from college visiting

Thursday

Just a regular day at the Express

Shopping around the mall

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Boy’s night out

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Shoes denote a man’s personality and many girls judge a man by their shoes.

But you can also impress with the way you wear them. At times, how you wear is as striking as what you wear. Take for instance, the shoes from Puma.

They can be taken in a whole different way if you know how to flaunt them.

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The white shirt not only matches the shoes but also creates a sober guise.

The cargo shorts and the chequered shirt make the shoes shine for itself.

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Toning down a little with a casual attire

You won’t fail to make a statement with a pair of denim teamed crisply with the shoes.

Trying the basics with the cotton trousers and t-shirt

Khaki shorts from I.P. Zone, Durbar Marg Khaki pants from I.P. Zone, Durbar Marg Puma shoes from Puma Store, Sherpa Mall The rest, all from DS Collections, Sherpa Mall

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CHOICE

STATIONARIES “Pencils and colours - the base of designing.

“excuse me Mr. won’t you lend me your ear or are you not only blind but do you not hear” Excuse Me Mr-Ben Harper

T-SHIRT “T-shirts that are simple and very basic. Fits my choice easily.”

MAC BOOK PRO “A creative book for a creative me.”

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MOVIE 300 “Tonight we dine in hell!”

SAVING PRIVATE RYAN “ A war movie that shows me many sides of our world” Time and Tide “for action scenes and dialogues” 32 NAVYAATA • ASHADH

Unwritten law - the new-age punk band that I really like.

Ben Harper - introduced to me by my brother – is one of my favourite.

JEANS “A comfortable pair of jeans can go a long way.”

INTERVIEW In 1968, two year old Bhusan Dahal with his mother, Tara Dahal On his first day of school at three

INSPIRED

The man behind the TV persona reveals his feelings and thoughts to our Ujwol Shrestha.

Photograph Phurpu Tsering Gurung

years of TV career has made Bhusan Dahal one of the most recognized media personalities of Nepal.

Beginning his career as a young anchor for Nepal Television’s ‘Sunday Pop’, to becoming the Chief Executive Producer at Kantipur Television - his life is a success story.

New York is big, this is Biggar

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After days of phone calls, I finally got an appointment with Bhusan Dahal in his sleek office at the top floor of Kantipur complex.

He welcomed me with a firm handshake and a cup of black coffee. Bhusan was born in Kathmandu in 1966. He is the only child in a middle class family. He says he was a rebel as a child. His unforgettable mischiefs include spending a night in Arya Ghat with hermits, wandering in forest at night, defying the curfew with friends, and many more. He completed his schooling from Budanilkantha School and St. Xavier’s School, graduated from Tribhuvan University, and went on to Canada as an exchange student. The Canadian town where he was placed was called Biggar, with an amusing slogan “New York is big, this is Biggar.” There he studied and worked as an intern journalist cum paperboy (he says he was pretty good at throwing papers at people’s balcony!)

Although Bhusan Dahal has numerous foreign experiences, he prides on defining himself as a ‘Home Grown Graduate’. Life abroad never attracted him. “Something always pulled me back to Nepal,” he expresses with a mixture of personal emotion and patriotism. “And whatever pulled me back, I don’t regret it at all. My life is a living proof that you can live your dreams in your own country. That satisfaction is my biggest achievement.”

Bhusan is credited with stylish music videos like Chyanba hoi chyangba, new concept cinemas like Kagbeni, and well presented and articulate talk shows like Fireside. Nevertheless, he wouldn’t settle down for these achievements only. “Being a public figure is not a yardstick of success,” explains Bhusan, “Television is a media where you need to be accepted by your audience. They need to be entertained and informed. If I do not re-invent myself for that purpose, I will be dead with my boots on.”

Not literally of course. His creative originality is prerequisite for a media person. He never wished for fame. That’s why he avoids the label of celebrity and doesn’t crave for awards, for he thinks those are only for ego boosters. Having said that, Bhusan Dahal

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INTERVIEW

“I am lucky to have memories of travelling countries far and wide,” says Bhusan. “And I intend to share all those stories and experiences with my children, so that they become global citizens someday.”

In 2006, during the shoot ofKagbeni

is not someone alien to awards and honours. Our late King Birendra bestowed the highest honour of the nation ‘Gorkha Daksin Bahu’ medal with an encouraging pat on his shoulder saying, “Syabaas!” (well done!) “That word by the King still resonates in my mind,” recalls Bhusan. Sadly, he can no longer wear that prestigious medal with pride because anything related to Royalty has become a taboo in the present political context.

Politics, the unwanted guest in our interview, soon took over our conversation as he commented about Nepal’s so called ‘Transition’ period. “Actually I don’t like the word transition.

They say Nepal is in transition, but transition to what?” Bhusan went on to compare us (Nepali people) with stranded passengers in an aeroplane, not sure where to land. Politics aside, there are finer things in life which Bhusan enjoys, like music and food. He spends leisure time listening to every type of music and loves cooking at home. Lately, the media man has become a family man sharing more quality time with his spouse and growing children whose colourful photographs decorate his office walls.

My life is a living proof that you can live your dreams in your own country.

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Upon being asked how he feels as a celebrity, Bhusan revealed his desire for more anonymity and freedom. “Being a public figure, I feel restricted to behaving in a certain way on par with my Television image,” further adding, “I don’t like those kinds of restrictions. I’m a human being too.

I also want to do unconventional things.”

Losing one’s anonymity, perhaps that’s the price one has to pay for the fame and the fortune. But anyone would love to be in his shoes. He has had share of difficulties and struggles, but his life has been enriched with many diverse experiences: he spent days with rebels and military during civil war, he is acquainted with Royal families, famous actors and musicians, he has taken a ride in the most expensive cars and so on. “I have already lived up all my fantasies,” he says. And he is not bragging!

Always positive in attitude and articulate in his words, Bhusan Dahal is a personality worth emulating. As we concluded our delightful interview with the versatile man, he gave a few words of wisdom: “There is an old proverb in Nepali - ‘Do not panic in bad times, do not flaunt in good times’. The key to happiness and success is maintaining that equilibrium.”

PEOPLE

“I prefer to be at home with my family rather than dine at restaurants because when I am out and about and get myself a glass of beer, people start talking, ‘Hari Bangsa drinks!”

HARI BANGSHA ACHARYA

BY DOLKAR LHAMO II PHOTOGRAPH PHURPU TSERING GURUNG

reached his resident at Budhanilkantha where he was at the door ready to welcome us with a tender smile. When we entered his room, my initial sight set out at the portrait of himself with Madan Krishna. And at the living room, there was a cupboard full of appreciation letters and awards presented to him. “My office is the same as this cupboard, crammed with such awards but it’s wonderful as this shows the people’s love for me and my work and effort,” says Hari Bangsa Acharya.

We spent a day with him, a day which was indeed a busy day. He started the day with lifting exercises. But at times when his schedule is tight and he doesn’t get to follow his work out routine he works it out during the shoot or during breaks.

And that particular day was scheduled for the shoot of a new Advertisement. So he had to set off to work early and with him, we tagged along. We travelled with him in his jeep, we had lunch together. I saw his live performance and spent a good time with him. Very comfortable to deal with and in the end we appeared more like close chums having a small chitchat.

The shooting was set at three different places. After finishing the first shoot at the first place, he had to move to the other two sets of the shoot. Due to the 38 NAVYAATA • ASHADH

limited time, Hari Bangsa decided to go to the next set with the same attire of his famous character ‘aama’. Just imagine, when he was driving, everyone from a street kid to an old woman recognised him instantly and greeted him. He returned graceful smiles at the onlookers and with a humble “namastey”. And there was a totally drunk man who was yelling around the streets but when he caught sight of Hari Bangsa, he instantly said, “I know you.” A burst of laughter followed suit. In reel life, he is a top comedian making the entire nation laugh to his funny acts but in real life, he is serious with a calm spirited personality.

And on that particular day, the scorching sun was absorbing all our energy but this wasn’t a problem for Hari Bangsa. Just like a battery, he was fully charged. He went on and his acting went along. He was very comfortable as a person and our conversation progressed pretty well.

Let’s begin with your childhood. Is there anything about your childhood that we don’t know about?

Well, I don’t know about what you don’t know but as far as I am concerned, there are very few people who clearly know about my childhood days. People start standing on their own after they finish their education but it was a contradiction with me. I was

a scene where a dog gets hit by an arrow and the sound of a dog’s mourning was required. And for that, the crew was ready to tie a dog and hit it, so that it would sound natural. But my friend who was an animal lover was against it. He recommended my name and assured them that I could create such a sound. When they asked, I nodded, ‘yes.’ And the rest, like they say, is history.

So, is it fair enough to say that “that incident” made you realize that drama, stage shows and acting is your true calling?

Actually, the acclaim goes not only to that incident because, during that time, we had cultural stage shows and I remember I favoured the organisers who would let me

Despite the hardship you went through, how were you as a child?

I was mischievous and fun. I loved mimicry and I used to mimic everyone from my teachers to my friend’s parents and the neighbours as well. I left none in this case (smiles).

How did this ardour for art ascended within you?

I remember there was one drama taking place in a local public school where I was responsible for the sound effects. There was

I heard you are short-tempered…..

Who said so?

I did my share of research on you and I came across a matter where I read you are short-tempered and that you get angry at sudden times. So, is it true?

Umm...... when I work, I need accuracy. If I am not heard, then I get angry but you know, these days, I have been trimming down my anger level. Now, I don’t get worked up all the time.

So how do you spend your time with family?

I hardly have time to be with family but when I do get a chance I prefer to be at home with them rather than dine at restaurants or anywhere else. Because when I am out and about, people notice this face of mine,

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six when my father passed away and the youngest child with five elder sisters. Only five years after that painful episode, my mother passed away. Everything was full of pain, hurt, tensions, and that was the time me and my sisters had to stand on our own.

Even though our deceased parents stored their part of capital, I began from scratch.

During such stressful period, even our relatives cheated on us and I fought a case against them.

Talking about Madan Krishna, does the age gap between you and him bring any difference in your thoughts and views?

Are there any times when you have clashes?

Every person is born different. They bear different thoughts, different minds and different nature. In our case, we are two different folks with different sides and yes variation between us does mount but there is love also. At times, when he disagrees on something, I tend to compromise and from his side, he does the same too. So, clashes hardly crop up.

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showcase my play on the stage as well. That time people liked my concept and I was put forward with such offers. And along with that, I got paid too. So I gave myself a stand in this platform and fortunately, everything has been going great till date.

And is it you who creates the concepts for your serials? How do you come up with your concepts?

When it comes to stage programs, Madan Krishna and I both gather our ideas and form it into one. I do the scripting. Our drama on stage are based on the context of Nepal’s situation and, through television, we try to deliver awareness and messages to the mass.

It works according to those notations.

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PEOPLE

(After some silence) I don’t have the political zeal within me. It is not what I wish to be. But if somehow, only if, I become a politician of Nepal, I would definitely place the planners in the front for we have to work according to their plans.

But we cannot be sure that every planner can be a perfect planner, isn’t it?

Yes! You are right. All planners can never generate perfect plans. In such case, it is the politician who has to judge it and go for it. You know, I understand politics but

How many characters does Hari Bangsa Acharya play?

Well, I am a very good father who is a friend more than a parent. I understand their feelings really well and that is what keeps us close. There are times during weddings and gatherings where I even offer them a glass of wine to drink with me which they happily agree. As a husband, I undoubtedly love my wife but more than that, I am scared of her.

There is no one in this world whom I am scared of but my wife and kids. In Nepal’s context, wives are still dominated but in my life this theory is not applicable. My wife is my guardian and my support. Like the saying goes – ‘behind every successful man

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and it’s hard sometimes. Like when I get myself a glass of beer, people start talking, “Hari Bangsa drinks too.” Then unknown faces create a scene which really upsets me.

At home, it’s just so cosy and we can have family talks as well. There is no one who can hear us except the walls (smiles).

What is the difference you find between the 21 year old Hari Bangsa and your son who is now 21?

There are no comparisons. Difference is in everything from the part where we grew up to the society we live with. This is just a basic example. During my time, getting to eat meat was like once in a month but for my sons, they are fed up with meat because they get to eat it regularly. There was a man at Maitidevi who was the only owner of a television set. Everybody was abuzz with his property and I remember we had gone to his home just to see what T.V looks like. But my children, they are born with T.V, fridge, internet-technologies that are second nature to them.

Listening to your speech that you gave during the recent peace rally, you spoke really well and if suppose, you were given a chance to rule Nepal for a day… …What can a person do in a day, I wouldn’t do it.

Does that mean you will grab the chance if the whole power is showered on you?

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getting into politics, we have to battle for the elections, create political parties, learn it, practise it and for that I need 8 or 10 years and I am already 52. For this, struggle is needed and to me, I’ve already struggled enough for my profession. In life, a person struggles in a hard way just for once, not twice. So, politics can never be my second struggle.

So far, have you achieved what you want to achieve from life?

Life’s been good-pretty good-but I wanted to become an international artist. The hard thing is I have difficulty with the English language which is like a linking thread with the international market. So, even if I wish, it’s difficult. I haven’t been able to cover all the projects here; so to dream about being an international artist is an aim beyond aim.

But it is something I wish for. And I know the new generation can do it with the help of new technologies and quality education.

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is a woman.’ I can swear by that quote. As a comedian, art is my profession and I love this life. So these three things are inseparable when it comes to me.

When Michael Jordan was asked to take a stand against racial injustice, he diplomatically said, “White men also buy sneakers.” Very few public figures risk taking a stand on public issues and that is why Hari Bangsa and Madan Krishna’s actions throughout their career and recently through Nagarik Samaj are so noteworthy. Whether it is through humorous acts or sensitive speeches, they’ve never shied away from giving voice to the silent majority.

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Dinner at home A candle light dinner with Orlando Bloom or stuck in a lift with Johnny Depp or lost in an island with George Clooney…

stuck in a lift with Johnny Depp First crush…

When I was in school First boyfriend…

the same guy I had the crush on (but not disclosing the name, haha!)

Biggest Splurge…

the last trip I had with my Fiancée.

Spent a decent amount of my savings. It was worth it though.

High heels I look at my old albums and go through Books or magazines…

Favourite shopping spot… my old pictures taken with my sisters Magazines My sister’s store Obsession at Durbar Zarina and Nirvana and with my Marg and many in Australia Current ring tone… favourite cousin, Pinky (Malvika Sexy Chick by David Guetta featuring Dream holiday getaway Subba) who is my partner in crime.

Akon I’ve been wanting to go to Spain for Great style is… a long time now and experience their A man with a sense of humour or sex all about being yourself, having fun appeal… siesta! dressing up and making any outfit A man with a sense of humour My fashion icon… look great on you - be it a stunning Money or happiness…

Kate Moss - now and forever cocktail dress or just a cute summer Happiness dress.

Favourite brand…

Natural beauty or cosmetic beauty…

Lots and lots. I love picking various stuff You most like to see your fiancée in…

Natural beauty from random brands and mixing and boxers wearing them together.

Diet or work out…

In bed…

there is no such thing as… too kinky.

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Work out

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Sexy and seductive yet cool and understated, this look from the runway is a steal to try for your summer days.

Shirt from Temptation, United World Trade Centre Skirt from Attitude, Kathmandu Mall Hair band and shoes from DS Collections, Sherpa Mall

Photographer Phurpu Tsering Gurung

Model Nita Roka Magar

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Short Story The heat obliges you to surrender to the shorts that have gone a little shorter this time. The airy boyfriend outerwear keeps you intact with the light breeze at night.

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Bonkers about Rompers Oh my! They are the rage this season and everyone’s flaunting a piece of their own in different colours and style. They’ve become the synonym with what’s in vogue.

Romper and Heels from DS Collections, Sherpa Mall Makeup by IsaDora Hair by Marsyangdi Beauty and Hair Care Spa

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Going green Everybody’s talking about it, so why don’t you do it in your own way?

The colour and the ruffles with the ribbon pumps take a different stage.

Ruffle dress and Heels from Temptation, United World Trade Centre Makeup by IsaDora Hair by Marsyangdi Beauty and Hair Care Spa

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Intact The bandage dress is what everybody’s talking about. They add a different aura to a dress with a lot of oomph.

Bandage dress and Studded heels from Attitude, Kathmandu Mall Makeup by IsaDora Hair by Marsyangdi Beauty and Hair Care Spa

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Knee-deep The hemline that ends at the knee creates a classy impression.

Meanwhile the cup sleeve add an urban empowerment.

Cup-sleeve dress, necklace and heels from DS Collections, Sherpa Mall Makeup by IsaDora Hair by Marsyangdi Beauty and Hair Care Spa

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America, the land of the free, invented and popularized many hand gestures that have become ubiquitous globally. There’s something fascinating about these signs that really catches everyone’s attention immediately-not always in a good way of course!

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Say it right!

Style: Sharmila

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Casual He likes to mix n’ match with anything.

Going with the flow, he’s a little bit relaxed and a little uptight but his attitude is definitely super-cool.

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FASHION FEATURE

Flirty Always the one to break the rules, he easily slips into the moment and knows what to say to whom, where and when (especially with girls).

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Nerdy He loves anything that’s got to do with wires or digits or technology. He is the new hot guy who can turn up the heat with his chivalry.

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YOUTH VIBE

CHOOSING RETURN

BY SURAKHSHA BASNET II PHOTOGRAPH PHURPU TSERING GURUNG

n their early twenties, they embarked on an ambitious journey from Nepal to the U.S.A, hopeful to understand not only the modern civilization but also the education and experience that would perch them as masters of their own destinies. They are smart, they are wellread and they can be trusted to lead the new Nepal.

Navyaata discovers the potential, the capability, the quality and the experience of three dynamic individuals who have chosen to return to Nepal.

Only at the age of 24, Divash Basnet has involved himself in the three most important sectors responsible for the development of a nation - tourism, construction and hydropower. And this speaks of Divash’s capability and his tremendous potential. His aptitude and excellence also shows when we talk about some of the major problem of the youths today.

“With access to right technologies and human resources I realized that I could do a lot from here as well. And also four years of college education at Wabash has taught me that you don’t have to be physically somewhere to actually be working there. So, if I want business from America or any other parts of the world I can easily do it from my office in Nepal itself.”

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Yubraj Acharya is equally talented and hopeful.

Despite his demanding job at the Asian Development Bank, he teaches Economics part-time at the Kathmandu University School of Management, so he could impart the same quality of education that he learned when he studied in some of the best education institutions in Nepal and the US. From a village in Arghakhanchi, his academic journey has so far run through Budhanilkantha School, Swarthmore College for Bachelor’s degree in Economics and the Maxwell School at Syracuse University for Masters in Public Administration. “It is the teaching style I learned in these institutions that I try to emulate, hopefully contributing toward changing the way teaching anf learning takes place in Nepal.”

With equal potential and zeal. Sishir Bhattarai at the Asian Development Bank is a name upon whom we can rely for a better and a prosperous Nepal.

Sishir got his Undergraduate degree from Colorado College and completed his Masters from University of Chicago. Sishir has already spent a number of years working in the development sector of Nepal with multiple donor organizations and has garnered enough experience to be able to play a vital role in the development of our country.

Throughout the conversation we talked about youths and a better Nepal. We started the conversation by discussing the difference in the youths ten years before and the youths today. To that Divash Basnet, MD, I.D.L Nepal Travel replied, “Youths today are a lot more inquisitive, lot more open and a lot more independent then we were back then. With access to computers, internet, mobile phones, ipods, television and all other latest technologies youths today have a lot of exposure and better access to the world beyond Nepal. There are lots of Nepali youths today - living in Nepal and abroad - who have done well and can play a huge role in the development of the country. However, there are also many youths who are disillusioned by the lack of opportunities and almost stagnant economical growth”. To this, Yubraj had a very attention-grabbing anecdote to share. He said: “I have a nephew who is only 10 years old and he uses Facebook. To me this is the biggest example of how fast the Nepali youths are changing.” He, however, qualified that many things haven’t changed for the better. Sishir also supported this viewpoint. He said, “Back then, youths only had limited resources to gain knowledge but now there is a huge fountain of knowledge flowing from every corner of the world for them.”

Many years outside your country teaches you new things and will have you pass through new situations and circumstances. And, it is during these situations that you relate to and know many people.

So, the discussion took a new frame when we asked in what ways were the youths abroad different from the youths in Nepal. All three agreed that the level of independence is the biggest difference between the youths. “But independence is not the only difference,” added Yubraj. “The ‘textbook is always correct’ and ‘never question what your teacher says’ attitudes, which seem to be rules rather than exceptions in Nepal, are obviously less prevalent there. Moreover, a distance is built in between teachers and students here, which obviously impedes the learning process.”

When there are differences there are also reasons for those differences. We asked what, according to them, was the major reason for these differences. “I genuinely feel that the major reason

“It is the teaching style I learned in these institutions that I try to emulate, hopefully contributing toward changing the way teaching anf learning takes place in Nepal.” for the difference is the reality that the Nepali youths have a tough time balancing between their family ties and their independence. So, until and unless the youths are independent this problem will always remain,” says Divash. But, Yubraj and Sishir faulted the education system of Nepal.

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conversation progressed, we discussed what went through their minds when they decided to leave for Nepal.

Sishir relates that it was rather easy for him to make the decision to return to Nepal. He said, “After my job in the International Monetary Fund, I realized that I wanted to work with something relating to development, that too only in Nepal.

So, in a way, coming back to Nepal was not a very difficult decision for me.” But unlike Sishir, Yubraj’s decision on returning wasn’t smooth. While he wanted to return, and the fact that his entire family was here helped, the usual “why are you coming back to Nepal?” question from many people he met - as if returning to Nepal was a mistake - only increased reservations about returning. “Having a job offer from an organization here made answering that question a lot easier without looking stupid in front of the skeptics.” Based on his experience, he has a suggestion to make to anyone contemplating returning from abroad: “Do enough networking beforehand and get a job before you land here. The kind of job does not matter much. Otherwise, to many people here, you are just another failed hero for whom the ‘paperwork’ did not work.”

For Divash the decision was based on mix of personal and professional reasons. He added, “My family is in Nepal and this is my home, so coming back in that regard was easy and natural. With access to right technologies and human resources,

I realized that I could do a lot from here as well.

And also four years of college education at Wabash taught me that you don’t have to be physically somewhere to actually be working there. So, if I want business from America or any other parts of the world, I can easily do it from my office in Nepal itself. The other reason why I chose to come back to Nepal was the sense of responsibility that I had for my country. There always is a relationship between a nation and its citizen. I feel responsible and I am respectful to that sentiment”.

As we neared the end of our discussions, we asked for their views on one of the biggest concerns vexing the Nepali youth today - corrupt system and a non-functioning government.

To this Yubraj said, “Just like many of my contemporaries, I grew up complaining about everything around me, and the government was the usual culprit for all that had gone wrong in Nepal.

Put together a group of people and ask them to find a solution to a problem even today and their solution will most likely start with, ‘The government should...’ Therein lies our problem. The government and the politicians have been the escape goats for far too long; it is now time that we assume we are on our own. As is the case with any young democracy, building a strong political leadership that can guide the country’s transformation toward prosperity will take time. Till then, we should just learn to work around the system.”

When we put the same matter to Divash, he said, “Yes, complaining is a big issue, and as an entrepreneur I factor in the system and the government into my business calculations. It is important to have a good system, but that is not it. A lot can be overcome by working hard at something”. Sishir too had a similar view over the topic. According to him a job well done is far better then a speech well said. Sending a message to all the youths he said, “Rather than just complain, do something about things that bother you.”

“After my job in the International Monetary Fund, I realized that I wanted to work with something relating to development, that too only in Nepal. So in a way, coming back to Nepal was not a very difficult decision for me.”

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the POWER of TWO

TWOSOME

Some couples are just made for each other. Despite their differences, they make a great pair when together. Such is the magnetism of these three couples (one being our very own Hem Limbu). This month, Navyaata celebrates the power of two with these couples who confess their likes and dislikes of their spouse and dress each other according to their own choice.

new people easily. I’m a very friendly person and an extrovert and he’s the opposite.

Anil: I don’t like her kichkich.

Couple: Nachong Gurung, 30 and Anil Gurung, 30 Tied the knot on: 2004 Kids: 4 year old daughter

How we met…

Nachong: We met at the hospital. Anil is a friend of my cousin brother. When my cousin was hospitalized, Anil was there too and that’s how we got to know each other.

What do you like about each other?

Nachong: I love my freedom and he knows that very well and gives me all the freedom I want. Also, he is a great father.

Anil: Her sweet and charming nature.

First meet...

Anil: We were friends first. There was no sparks flying instantly. Everything happened through time.

Nachong: You won’t believe this but we were engaged 6 months after our first meet and married on the same year.

What do you dislike about him?

Nachong: His unwillingness to mingle with

What is the one thing you wished you knew before marriage?

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Nachong: I am very particular about cleanliness. Even a waste paper on the table should be thrown into the trash instantly. He doesn’t do that. I loathe sneezes; he is allergic to anything and sneezes throughout the year.

What is the one thing you wished he/she did just for you?

Nachong: I don’t demand flowers or chocolates from him. I’m happy and content for he has sacrificed a lot for me.

Even this interview and the shoot are just for my sake.

How would you like to change her visually?

Nachong: I wish he started exercising religiously.

Anil: I wish she wore more traditional attire like kurta which complements her body.

“I wished she made pancakes for me every day.”

Couple: Hem Limbu, 30 and Sarita Limbu, 31 Tied the knot on:18th of August, 2008 Kids: Son, Cavin Limbu

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“We are more of a friend but I could say the huge bouquet he brought for me when I was pregnant was really romantic.”

Couple: Tina Maskey, 35 and Vishwa Maskey, 47 Tied the knot on: December, 1996 Kids: Juju, 11 and Tushita, 21 months

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MAKE A WISH

By Sarmila Thapa Photographer Phurpu Tsering Gurung

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very month, Navyaata steps into the lives of the ordinary and makes them feel special for a day. This is a humble beginning with Sriram Ambesh Mandal who scavenges for a living. Read on to know more.

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yeing a heap of garbage and carrying a torn rucksack, our protagonist was wandering purposefully along the streets of Kathmandu. He was wearing a pair of old slippers that was double his size, and he had the face of an Indian-Nepali boy. He was busy in his own world which actually grabbed our attention.

As we approached him and told him about Navyaata’s “Make a Wish” programme, his face lit up with surprise. When he was a kid, he vividly remembers the phase when his family went through a lot of economic hardship due to his sickness and because of that they had a lot of debts. At 14, Sriram Ambesh Mandal seemed to know a lot about life. He left his studies and came to Kathmandu to earn some money so that he could repay his family’s debts.

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At 14, Sriram Ambesh Mandal seemed to know a lot about life. He left his studies and came to Kathmandu to earn some money so that he could repay his family’s debts.

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t was interesting to go through his daily routine.

He wakes up at 4 AM and his working hour starts from 6 in the morning and ends at 5 in the evening.

We could witness the hardship he goes through everyday to earn around Rs 300 a day. Some days when he is lucky, he could make upto Rs 500. “Every month, I keep Rs 500 as pocket money and send the rest to my family who are in Bharampuri (border between Nepal and India).” Saturday is his day off, so he hangs out with his friend from Kalanki and when asked about their regular hangout, he says, “Sundhara ma yeta uta dulchu.”

e asked about his dream, he said, with a little hesitation, “I love fruits, I want to eat fruits.” We were astonished to hear that.

Even for an ordinary person, fruits are basic needs and Sriram dreamt of eating fruits. We bought him some mangoes, lychees and apples. We asked him if he wanted to buy some clothes for himself and the obvious grin on his face gestured “yes”. We went to a store named Right choice at RB Complex. He chose a pair of jeans and a full sleeved shirt for himself. We could feel his euphoria. We then asked him where he wanted to go to eat. Yet again, he had a very simple request.

He said,” I don’t want to go to a big hotel.

There is a small restaurant where I had gone once but after that I have not been able to visit it again. I wish to go there.” So we went to the restaurant and he ordered Dahi Puri.

This is all what he wanted to have, nothing more. We ordered a Sprite for him. We then passed along the sweet shop and packed some sweets for him. When we parted ways, we stole a glance at his face. He was still not sure if what just happened was indeed real!

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MUSIC/F O O D

Sitar Guru Bijaya Vaidya’s new band is redefining the meaning of fusion rock.

By Ujwol Shrestha Photograph by Phurpu Tsering Gurung

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fter the legendary trio ‘Sur-Sudha’ disbanded ten years ago, Sitar prodigy Bijaya Vaidya set out to rediscover rock music—his inspiration since the hippie days of 70’s. Reinventing the image of a Sitar as an instrument of contemporary rock, he single-handedly created a revolution in Sitar history. So emerged ‘Rock Sitar’ in 2007, and the band’s uniqueness (like playing Sitar standing up) has raised a lot of eyebrows and garnered accolades.

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he group of six regularly converge at Bijaya’s home in Balaju for practice. A generous host that he is, Bijaya welcomes all music lovers with smiles, snacks and complimentary CDs. The house itself resembles more a museum of musical instruments than an abode. One doesn’t need to be a music maestro to appreciate the exceptional talent of the band and the extraordinary image rendered by the fusion of traditional and modern music instruments. You instantly get enthralled and feel the magic in the air when you see a Sitar being played with the virtuosity of Jimi Hendrix playing a guitar - in perfect unison with traditional and modern art. The Sitar itself is of a new design - skillfully crafted and modified in such a way that it has both the dynamism of an electric guitar and subtleness of a traditional sitar. Needless to say, the Sitarist always steals the show.

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ock Sitar members pride in being the first Nepali artists to be invited to the famous French theatre at Olympia- a place where such legends as Jimi Hendrix, Rolling Stones, Louis Bertmag and Deep Purple were born. Here in Nepal, they are occasionally invited for gigs in special events. The band’s most memorable concerts were at Malla hotel, Mandala Street festival at Thamel and Drugs day concert at Basantapur. Their music has earned them token of appreciations from Alliance Francaise and Australian Embassy. Not surprisingly, expatriate community of Nepal and foreign fans are Rock Sitar’s prime audience group, as the mainstream Nepali people still remain apathetic to instrumental music. Presently, the band is collaborating with ISKCON (International Society of Krishna Consciousness) to spread the message of Bhagwad Geeta across the world. A tour of India sponsored by ISKCON is on the schedule this year.

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Our music is best compared to an abstract art”, opines Bijaya about the Rock Sitar. “It is an artistic expression of joy and sorrow using sound vibrations”. According to him, sound vibration is the most powerful force of nature, also embodied in Earthquakes and Atom Bombs. The power of music can be equally overwhelming to the masses.”

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oon to be released is the band’s namesake album ‘Rock Sitar’ which includes ten of their finest tracks.

It will be followed by another album that will feature mantras and religious chants. Rock Sitar will be going on a world tour on October-November 2010 to promote their new album in Europe and America. Previous tours have already taken them to France, Belgium, Italy and Switzerland. Judging by their worldwide fan base, it won’t be an exaggeration to label Rock Sitar as the unofficial representatives of Nepal ahead of the ‘Tourism Year 2011’.

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and members of Rock Sitar are also involved with other famous music groups. Nikhil Tuladhar and Anil Shakya are drummers of Nepathya and Karma bands respectively. Bijaya Vaidya had teamed up with a French band called Celtics in 2006, and he is also a member of Sitar Sudha. Likewise, base guitarist Deepak Shakya plays with Electric band of Thamel. Nevertheless, Rock Sitar is their top priority because Rock Sitar is not just a band; it is a history in the making. Rudyard Kipling said, “East is East, and West is West, and never the twain shall meet.” Well, Rock Sitar definitely defies this stereotype. Their music has the power to break every boundary of East and West.

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“Dining with ROCK SITAR” O

ne afternoon Bijaya Vaidya invited Rock Sitar members to his residence at Balaju for a treat.

A lifelong vegetarian with a taste for Newari dishes, Bijaya prefers Bara along with vegetable momo, seasoned potatoes and milk tea.

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table was laid out in the lovely garden blossoming with roses and marigold flowers. The setting was appetizing, and so was the food

INGREDIENTS FOR BARA: 1. Black pulses (Black Dal) (500 grams) 2. Garlic paste (1 spoon) 3. Ginger paste (1 spoon) 4. Mustard oil (100 ml) 5. Chilli powder (half spoon) 6. Coriander powder (1 spoon) 7. Turmeric powder (half spoon) 8. Cumin seed (Zeera) (one spoon) 9. Asafoetida (Hing) (one pinch) 10. Salt (according to taste)

RECIPE: 1. Keep the black pulses wet by immersing in water all 2.

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night long.

The wet pulses should be refined by removing the outer layers.

Grind the pulses.

Mix the blend of above mentioned spices (ginger, garlic, coriander, chilli, turmeric, cumin seed and asafoetida) into the grinded pulses.

Mix the blend properly by hand.

Heat a pan and pour mustard oil.

Put the blend on the heated pan making a circular shape (Make sure the width is about half inches).

After a while, the Bara turns golden brown in colour.

Flip it upside down.

Pour some mustard oil over the Bara again.

When it turns golden brown, your Bara is ready.

Serve the Bara garnished with carrot, cucumber some spicy pickles.

THE RECEIPT

Bara : Rs 50 Vegetable momo : Rs 50 Seasoned Potatoes: Rs 50 Tea : Rs 10

YATRA

BY SURAKHSHA BASNET II PHOTOGRAPH GAURAB DHUNJU

n May 1989, the Nepali government used its veto to allow foreigners to visit the Dolpa area, opening Dolpa to the world. Trekking into Dolpa is challenging and will have you pass through remote places, steep valleys, high passes, deep jungles and soaring Mountain ridges. Dolpa is a destination that is remote yet accessible, naturally beautiful and equally spiritual. A paradise not explored by all, Dolpa promises a journey that tests your patience and determination with its excruciating route and remoteness. Therefore, one has to be wellinformed and fully prepared for the breathtaking but arduous journey that lies ahead.

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This is one amongst those few villages that still follows Bon Po (ancient preBuddhist religion).

It is strongly recommended that you camp in this stunning valley for two to three days.

This stay will help you acclimatize, because from now on the trek will lead you to higher altitudes.

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PRECAUTIONS/ MUST CARRY • • •

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Tent Sleeping Bag Edible(packed food) (Nutritious whole meals at least for 4 days) Medication (Diamox, Painkillers) Satellite Phone Energy Drink Proper Map Water Purifier Sun Lotion Trekking boots 4-5 pair of t-shirts

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Shorts to walk in the afternoon Thermal innerwear 7-8 pairs of socks Head torch Gloves (workable and wind blocker) Wind proof jackets and trousers Gas stove Gas canisters (about 2-3 for 4 people) (One canister can last for about 7 hours) Utensils Sleeping mattress Papers and napkins

WELLNESS

T E G S Y GU !

G N I M O O GR

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Health consciousness and personal

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BOOK REVIEW

Still Reading Wagle FOR WHOM THE BELL TOLLS This is the story of a young American named Robert Jordan during the Spanish civil war. This war time novel was first published in 1940 and is still considered to be the greatest creation from the master. Simple prose, effective narration and straight forward language make this book a powerful reading experience. It’s Hemingway at his best.

Author: Ernest Hemingway

Narayan Wagle, aka ‘agle’ (the tall one), needs no introduction. His reputation as one of the country’s finest journalists including his first novel and 2005’s bestseller Palpasa Café, a semi-autobiography, speaks eloquently about the man himself. Starting as a reporter for Kantipur, Narayan slowly climbed the stairs of hierarchy and became the editor of the same paper. Today, Narayan is the editor for Nagarik daily with the prestigious Madan Puraskar and Akhyan Puraskar under his belt (for Palpasa Café). In the profession for two decades, the editor’s enthusiasm and zeal has not abated.

“I enjoy working”, he says, “Everyday I’m learning and growing. That’s the beauty of this profession.”

Narayan was born in 1968 at Tanahun district. He entered journalism in 1991 contributing art related articles in Janamanch and Attitude magazine. His passion for travelling also saw him working as a trekking guide and he received an award from Trekking Association of Nepal for his article on Manasarovar.

Narayan has finally published his second novel ‘Mayur Times’ this year. The book reflects the present socio-economic-political reality of Nepal going through an uneasy transition.

However, the novelist admits being “the victim of high expectations” referring to the mixed reviews he is getting from readers about the novel.

LUST FOR LIFE I am a great fan of Vincent Van Gogh, the famous Dutch post impressionist painter.

Whenever I travel to Europe, I am compelled to visit the galleries showcasing his timeless masterpieces. Van Gogh’s paintings have had a profound impact on me. That’s why I loved the book ‘Lust for Life’. It is a fictionalized biography of Van Gogh by Irving Stone.

The book portrays the young Dutchman as unlucky in love, struggling to adjust in society.

Everything you wished to know about Vincent Van Gogh is in this book, written in great style and finesse.

Author: Irving Stone

HALF A LIFE

I recommend all the books by V.S Naipaul, whom I regard as the master of prose writing. This Pulitzer Prize winning novel exposes the real mindset of the writer. It’s a story about a person who thinks he belongs nowhere. In his search for meaning of life, he ultimately discovers where he actually belongs. Depressing yet philosophical, read ‘Half a Life’ and be inspired.

Author: V.S Naipaul

So, what kind of books does the author himself prefer? Navyaata asked Narayan Wagle and he has enlisted three of his all time favourite books: ASHADH • NAVYAATA 81

MAKE OVER

Mohawk

cuts (often referred to as Mocks), the style staple from the nineties, is back. “But with experimental textures and witter symmetry, it’s far less predictable than its predecessor,” says Nabin Giri, the hair stylist of Neeldavid’s Saloon of Hair and Beauty who used the look for a makeover on our photographer, Phurpu Tsering Gurung. With some trimming and cleansing, you can walk your way through these steps and get summer ready with a refreshing look.

TIPS Shower hair using Berina Pro Active Shampoo.

Consult a professional to decide what length works best for your face.

Condition it using Live Gin Premium Enriched Treatment.

Use the cleansing milk according to your skin type.

Blow dry hair for 2-3 minutes.

Ask your hair designer for a Mohawk cut.

Blow dry hair again using round brush, and set it with Berina Hair Moose

Don’t blow dry your hair for too long.

Make sure your hair is well set. A bit of moose and blow dry helps the style hold its shape throughout a hot, humid day.

Have a trim every 2-3 weeks to create defined ends.

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“I am a fresh graduate and lately I have been very busy looking for jobs and going for tons of interview. I want to know what is the ideal wear for an interview?”

- Ramesh Kumar Jha, 24

Hi Ramesh, I am very flattered to know that at least someone cares about what to wear for a job interview which is a pivotal moment.

Normally people give least attention to it. As you haven’t mentioned the type of interview that you’re going for and you haven’t specified your profession, I would say pinstriped shirt and a well fitted trouser, (neither too tight nor too loose) would be an ideal choice.

“I have an hour glass figure so my bottom is pretty heavy. But I would love to wear shorts for the summer. Can you suggest what type of shorts will look best for my body type and what type of top I should team it up with?”

“I just got back from my vacation and have gained a bit of weight. A pot belly which was not there earlier has lately got me thinking about what I should be hiding. I love wearing jeans even though I am already in my 40s. Can you suggest me ways to wear jeans that will camouflage my not-so-flat tummy?”

- Ashutosh Kunwar, 42

Ashutosh, promise me first that you will get rid of those extra weight on your tummy.

Huge waist used to be in fashion during the ancient era when they have to show their richness through their tummies. Now let’s get back to business. Given your problem, don’t even dare to wear low waist jeans. Make sure you wear your trouser on the waist where your tummy is and don’t accentuate your tummy line tugging your shirts in. Let your tee/shirt flow on top of your pants. Be healthy but be fit and always stay stylish.

- Poonam Gurung, 20

Hello Poonam, if you’re a hardcore swimmer then definitely you would know that the most comfortable wear for a swim are swimsuits which comes in a variety of options. Twopiece bikini are something which are meant for a size-0 to flaunt their body. But for a little healthier person, a covered one-piece suit which makes you enjoy your little retreat. And a sarong on top of it is definitely recommended to add oomph to your indulgence.

“I am 20 years old and I have just started working at an ad agency. We don’t have a strict dress code but too casual clothes aren’t allowed. What type of formals should I opt for that doesn’t make me look too old?”

- Meena Shrestha, 20

- Shristi Neupane, 18

Hello Shristi, first of all let me tell you that you have a very sweet name and second of all, shorts are a favourite during the summer. For a body structure like yours, I would definitely recommend you wear shorts that have some volume balancing your torso. Have you ever thought of wearing a 3/4th or harem pants?

Why don’t you try that out and team it with a fitted top? You will never go wrong especially this summer!

“With summer’s arrival there’s nothing I like doing more than going for a swim.

However, I haven’t been able to enjoy my little retreat due to wardrobe blues. I would love to wear a bikini but I am not super skinny. What would be my best swimwear option?”

“I have always been a jeans and tee kind of a girl. But with the onset of summer and mercury on the rise I want to avoid wearing jeans. What are the best options for summer?”

- Kritika Parajuli, 21

Cotton, cotton and cotton. The reason being many - cottons are very much breathable, they absorb sweat and it comes in a variety of prints and shades and not to forget the price factor as well which is quite reasonable as compared to other fabrics. Go cotton this summer. Similar features of cotton are found in linen as well.

Congrats Meena on your new job. I used to have a friend who worked for an ad agency and the way she presents herself in front of her clients is mind-boggling - very smartly dressed but with a finish of her own style. As you haven’t mentioned your body type the things that won’t go wrong would be a fitted trouser and a shirt/top which has a different texture to it. Loads of ruffles and pleats are very much in the vouge this summer. Make your own style as you have no restriction on your dress-code.

Always stay stylish!

Tenzing Tseten Bhutia is an experienced fashion designer who has demonstrated his ability to design any sort of creative garments ranging from men’s wear to women’s wear to kids wear. He is currently the designer for Himalayan Couture. You can contact him at kellytenzin@rediffmail.com

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I have a very sensitive skin. My skin is a combination of oily and dry.I tried cleansing a few times but I ended up having pimples especially on my chin area. I pricked them a few times but the pimples keep erupting every morning. I am even scared of using face wash because of the chemicals that are included in it. I hesitate to try new creams as well. What should I do? Please help.

Samana Karki, 28

Wash your face in the morning with a facewash for sensitive skin. Always cleanse your face at night time. Use face pack on areas where you have pimples. Try using products of good companies only. I suggest you do facial once a month. Never prick your pimples. You make sure that you are drinking enough water and eating healthy food. If you have more queries, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

I don’t have a skin that sees a lot of pimples or rashes. But my only problem are my freckles. I don’t use any cream or any type of face wash. I have never grown the habit of this ritual so I try not to use any products on my skin. I hate my freckles and they just don’t seem to fade away. They turn more visible during day time. I would do anything to make them disappear. What do you suggest?

I used to have very clear and a fair skin. I only had some issues with pimples during my teenage years. But as time went by, my skin started to change in colour and I no longer possess that fair skin. I don’t know what happened but I want my complexion back. Please suggest me what to do?

Reema Budathoki, 25

Your condition clearly defines the lack of protection of your skin from the sunlight.

Never ever walk under the sun without protecting your skin i.e. always use sunblock.

Don’t worry, it’s never too late. I strongly suggest you use sunblock of at least SPF 30 everyday 30 minutes before heading for the outdoors. It just lasts for two to four hours and perspiration also asks you to reapply every two or four hours. Cleanse your face everyday and remember, it is also how much care you take of your inner body which shows vividly on your skin. Eat healthy food and drink enough water. Do this consistently, you will notice a glow on your face. If all this still doesn’t work out, I recommend you to visit a dermatologist.

Shriya Adhikari, 17

Your freckles might be hereditary or because of the exposure under the sun. Try avoiding the direct rays of the sun and always use a sunblock everyday of SPF 30. Choose a sunblock that is of a reliable brand. Eat lots of green vegetables and drink enough water.

If it still doesn’t work out, you should visit a dermatologist.

Priyanka Gurung has been running Marshyangdi Beauty & Hair Care Spa since 2007. She received her diploma degree in beauty care from Shahnaz Hussain.

my enthusiasm for taking up serious bass playing wavered from highly enthusiastic to at times letting spider webs form on my guitar.

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grew up listening to everything from the sixties to the nineties (I still listen) with keen interest and have never had any taste for a particular genre of music; any tune that gives me goose pimples, is for me good music, any tune that takes me back memory lane is good music. However, that ‘80’s era is the time that evokes my nostalgia. Having had a keen interest in music, I decided to pick up an instrument and the instrument of choice turned out to be the bass guitar. Without any formal lessons I taught myself the basic of basic bass playing. Sadly, my enthusiasm for taking up serious bass playing wavered from highly enthusiastic to at times letting spider webs form on my guitar. When in Darjeeling, my gigs were limited to college functions and more recently in bars and restaurants in Kathmandu. My job as the Vice-Principal of a school has also given me little impetus to further hone my skills on the bass (although my Principal has no qualms about me going out on weekends and playing with a band). To put it plainly and frankly, I have become a mediocre, if not, an unaccomplished bass player.

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his article is not so much about me and my sorry state of affairs in my quest to be an appreciable bass player, but about people who have at least inspired me to come so far. And who would inspire a bass player more than a fellow bass player? Now in my late forties and father of two lovely children, I have had the pleasure of being acquainted with fellow Nepali bass players from different generations. The likes of Subarna Limbu of Diamonds and Prism, Daniel Don Karthak of Rock Yogis and Nepathya and Sonam Lama recently with Robin and the New Revolution, with their varied styles have enlightened me so much over the course of time (simply by watching them play). I’ve never needed to idolize foreign bass players when these guys have been mentors. Subarna Dai for his simple and melodic style, Daniel (my contemporary) for his rock-ish approach, Sonam bhai for his speed, dexterity and versatility. They have accomplished for me what I have not been able to accomplish and it gives me immense satisfaction simply to see these guys perform. More recently Shiva Mukhia of the Axe band has also been a close friend of mine and shares his visions with me. Nirakar Yakthumba of 1974 AD is also a bassist whose love for the instrument coupled with his persistence and determination, has helped him become a refined and versatile bassist.

Thank you guys for the music.

Finally, to give you my definition of a bass player: A bass player is NOT an unaccomplished guitarist.

He is the backbone along with the drummer.

A bass player is the least noticed member of a band, at least in my opinion (unless they do something outrageous!). I’m not saying they want to be noticed; at least I don’t.

Bass players normally confine themselves to the darker corners of the stage.

Most bass players are a shy lot. So don’t be disappointed if they do not mingle with you during a break or after a gig.

Bass players love to back up musicians and singers and love it when the other band members get credit and praise.

Finally, most bass players love coke and rum!!!

If you fit the bill, start learning to play the bass!

Bimal K. Rai is the Vice-Principal and an English Language teacher of Young Hearts High School. He had been a member of the band East Enders which bagged the First Runner-up award among a pool of 37 bands in the Kathmandu Utsav Band contest of 1998. Later, the band changed the line up and went on to form the band “KOHO?” which has a music video ‘Jaagay Sara Raat” to their credit. After a lull, he along with Patrick Wilson (founder of 1974 AD) formed EPIC which plays at various happening bars and restaurants in town.

Currently he is taking a break from music due to his commitments at school.

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BEAUTY

Summer Living the Ayurvedic way...

In Ayurveda, summer season (Grishma Ritu) falls between mid May and mid July. During this period, the sunrays become very powerful, dehydrating the earth and the body. So it is very important to keep skin hydrated and protected.

The following are some skin care, diet and lifestyle suggestions to keep the skin protected, nourished and beautiful all summer long.

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Wake up early before the sun is very bright (sun gets strong early in the morning during the summer months.)

Shitali Pranayam has calming effect on body and mind. It regulates the temperature and relaxes the muscles and help keep the body and scalp cool by using massage oil mixed with mint, kapur (camphor) and sandalwood for the body and feet, and brahmi, amala, or coconut oil to the scalp.

Cotton clothes and linens with pastel colors are good for summer as they are lighter and help reflect the sun.

Avoid heavy workout as it drains all the nutrients and can dehydrate the body.

Instead, opt for swimming if possible.

Shweta Upadhyaya is a student of classical Ayurveda at Vedika Global in San Francisco, California. She is currently working on her ayurvedic skin care line and ayurvedic cookbook. You can contact her with your queries at shishyaa@gmail.com

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Poonam Adhikari, 24, Chhetrapati

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am 24 years old. I am a student and I also work in an office to earn some pocket money. I work as a receptionist and the place where I work sees a lot of clients and people coming everyday for business. So many people come and go, so many return for more business but there was one guy who came frequently. I started getting attracted to him and I didn’t even realize it. He was good looking and always dressed smart. By the look of it, he seemed like my age. I was smitten by him and always worked on my looks so that he would notice me. One day, during the weekend, my friend found a new job and she had invited me for a treat at the Bakery cafe. We went and ordered my snacks. While I was still looking at the menu, my friends asked me to take a look at two boys sitting towards the window. Curiously, I looked at the table towards the window. It was the same guy and he was with another guy. Feeding mo:mo to his friend, it took me only few seconds to understand why he did not show interest in me. I was disappointed. Why are most of the good looking men either taken or gay?

Kavita Ghale, 23, Dhalku am a girl whose sorrow hasn’t been understood by anyone. I was in love with someone of another caste. I am a Gurung and he was a Brahmin. My father was from the British Army and he despises Bahun people. The person I loved to death was financially weak. Despite the difference in our caste and our status, and despite my family’s disapproval, we married at a temple. He loved me very much and was ready to do anything for me. My family was completely against our relationship and therefore, interfered in our happy union and forcefully took me away from him. I cried and begged. Even he tried a lot to convince my family but we weren’t shown any mercy. My family set out to arrange my marriage with another man. When my husband came to know of this, he came to my family to beg for love but he was beaten and thrown out of the gate. My marriage was finalized and on the day when I was forcefully made to take marriage vows, my husband found no other way to win me back and helplessly committed suicide. I cried, I yelled, and I screamed but nobody consoled me. Nobody helped me. I am just a living body with a dead soul mourning for my husband.

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Laxmi Bhandari, 20, Lazimpat Alisha Lama, 18, Tinkune am 18 years old now. When I was 13 and an eighth grader when Rajan confessed his love for me. I was very naïve and did not have any knowledge on such matters. He was three or four years older than me so his thoughts were more mature than mine. I was very good friends with Sabina and the three of us got along really well. Rajan frequently asked me on dates but my family was quite strict on going out but sometimes I used to make excuses and meet with Rajan. But we never met alone. Sabina was always with us. It had been more than a year that we started our relationship and kept meeting. One day, Rajan proposed me for marriage. I was surprised. I explained to him that this is not the right age for marriage and asked him to wait for a few more years. It was during the Dashain festival and I had to go to Hetauda to my maternal uncle’s place. I returned after five days and while on my way back home, I heard a really shocking news. I couldn’t believe my ears. My so-called good friend Sabin and my boyfriend Rajan had tied the knot. I had gone for just five days and I was betrayed by the two people i trusted most. Ever since that day, I can’t trust any friend nor can I trust a man.

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had been getting calls from a guy. He had a great voice which is what attracts the most during phone calls and talked sense. But he was not my type. The things he talked about, his choice of music, his preferences, all seemed to click with one of my friends. I told my friend about him and even she found the guy interesting. He asked to meet one day and I agreed. I told him that I’d introduce him to my friend with whom he’d go along well. We agreed to meet at Jawalakhel. I and my friend were in her scooter. When we reached there, we saw two guys in converse and cool attire. They were okay but we decided to make them wait for a while and went to New Road to buy some stuff. When we got back, those two guys weren’t there. We thought that they must have left after waiting for a long time. As we were looking around, two guys who were older than us came to us and asked, ”Are you Laxmi?” The guy was way too old and I was shocked and embarrassed. We went to a nearby restaurant and drank Fanta. My friend and I kept pinching each other from under the table. After 10 minutes, we told them that we had plans to go to Fire club. Even they wanted to tag along with us but I said, ”Old people are not allowed at Fire,” and left.

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Reema Thapa, 20, Baneshwor gave my S.L.C exams in the year 2062 B.S. After 3 months, the results were out. I passed the examination and I was happy beyond words. My parents were also extremely pleased with my results. Every one of my family members were present except for my uncle who had been living abroad for the past five years. We were all talking about what I should be doing ne xt when the phone rang. My father picked up the phone and from his face we could make out that he had just received some very bad news. We learnt that my uncle had just passed away. Within seconds the ambience changed from a celebratory moment to a mourning one. I can never forget that day; the day when I achieved success but also lost one of my loved ones.

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Shardha Yonzon, 24, Balaju was six years old when my family shifted from a village to Kathmandu. I and my parents were living together.

It was in Kathmandu that I met a really nice friend. We became such good friends that we started sharing everything.

When one of us was broke the other one paid, we played together and ate together. Both of us were naughty, we would do things that often landed us in trouble. In a certain way he was my partner in crime. After completion of our studies we both got busy with our work. Even then, we would manage some time together. We were inseparable. I had no idea that he was planning to go abroad. He didn’t tell me that he would be leaving soon.

It was only after he actually left that I came to know about his departure. I was shocked and felt cheated. I kept wondering why he didn’t tell me he was leaving. It felt like the world had come crashing down and even though it was afternoon I felt darkness looming all over me. I can never get that day out of my head.

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Navyaata

Hey it’s fine..

Extra

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... for guys to dig for titaura.

... to still have a crush on Shah Rukh Khan.

... if you don’t remember your nursery rhymes/ Nepali ka, kha, ga, gha.... ... to indulge in chocolates at times.

... to call a guy on a date.

... to wish for your ex to see you at your best and regret the loss.

... to be mad at your friend for not writing to you.

... if you don’t get 100 comments on your facebook profile picture.

... to not want to get off your cosy bed every morning. ... for guys to cook sometimes.

But it’s not fine... ... to hit on your friend’s sister.

... to stalk your ex on facebook.

... to go on a date with your friend’s ex.

... to wear a dingo on your first date.

... to make the girl pay on the first date.

... to brag about your sky high expenses in front of your friends. ... to dump your guy for another biker guy.

... to keep 3 or 4 guys in a row.

... to bitch about your friends behind their backs.

... to say Taylor Swift is your friend just because your friend request is pending in Facebook.

XOXO

What’s up with the Bieber Fever?

was commuting in a microbus. I was a little surprised and amused by the movie poster I saw with two Nepali actors lip locking. I could see the awkwardness in the female actor but her counterpart was definitely showing some real passion. And then I realized I was smiling in the air and I saw a man, who was sitting right in front, look at me with a confused gaze. I quickly take out my phone and listen to the radio. Switching one station to another, I finally hear something good.

Two RJs were talking about the latest sensation, Mr Justin Bieber. "Here is Justin Bieber's Baby for you (because he is actually a baby)," said one of the RJs. Quite true. How could somebody at the age of 14 become so popular that wherever you go, you hear him going " baby, baby" (I am not saying he does not have the right to).

Every phone rings of this song, tv channels play him, people hum to this beat and youtube is also filled with something to do with Bieber. Recently, I had seen this video at youtube with a young girl who was probably around 5 or 6, crying. Why? Because she loved Justin Bieber. A phone rings in the video and she stops crying, "That could be Justin Bieber!" Then, I did not know who he was. I thought he must be 94 NAVYAATA • ASHADH

the new Justin Timberlake. My friend sang this song for me going "baby, baby" again and again. I guess I really had to listen to his song and see his video.

When I first heard him on the radio, I thought the voice was that of a girl. But after days and days of hearing the baby (I mean the “baby baby” song) I started getting accustomed to it and actually I started liking the song. It was again while on my commute to work in a microbus that I listened to Justin Bieber.

This time a guy in the vehicle was playing the song from his phone. This time I was humming to the song myself and when the song ended, I wanted to hear it again. I guess I had caught the Bieber fever too.

BEHIND THE SCENES

HOROSCOPE

Ever had trouble understanding your boyfriend, your brother, your cousin, or your male counterpart? The answer would possibly be more Yes than No. Navyaata this month brings you Male Zodiac traits; an insight into the male psyche. This will help you relate better to the person you had trouble comprehending.

Aries The Aries man is the most masculine of all zodiac signs. They are romantic and are the ones who will sweep you off your feet with their knack for throwing surprises.

Passionate and ardent, an Aries man is difficult to ignore. If they have their heart set on someone, they will walk that extra mile to get their object of affection.

Aries male are known to be ambitious and impatient at the same time. They have trouble working under others and tend to switch jobs frequently. Nevertheless, their energy for life is second to none.

Taurus Taurus males don’t like changes. They can become extremely possessive but their protective nature makes up for what they lack in trust. Taurus males are for keeps. The male Taurus lover can keep you going all night long. You will receive lots of hugs, handholdings and kisses. Most of the Taurus males are men of few words. They prefer to act rather than speak. Practical and productive, the Taurus male can be a good employer and a good employee. They will work their way to money and luxury. Of all the male zodiacs, the Taurus male are the least likely to be marriage phobic.

G emin i Sophisticated yet street savvy, the Gemini male will charm you with their quick wit and stylish demeanour. Gemini men are flirtatious and talkative. But girls be careful! You will be disappointed if you take those talks seriously. Gemini men are known to be great talkers but not big doers! They tend to get bored easily. Gemini men prefer a mysterious and a fast-paced life. And they are the most forgiving of all; they move on easily.

Cancer Cancer men are known for their enthralling sense of humour. Warm and extremely sensitive, Cancer males have insatiable love for food. So, if you are planning to woo a Cancerian, be sure to prepare a delectable meal. They are comforting and will be ever ready to lend their shoulders for you to cry upon. Once in a relationship with a cancer male, it is hard to let go. These men are extremely emotional and can be whinier than most women at times but at the same time they are the most caring of all - looking after your every whim and desire. Cancer males are most likely to be successful in whatever they do

Leo A Leo is the king of all Zodiacs. He most definitely makes you feel like a queen. When around Leo male, you feel the need to stand as tall as him and be your best. They can be overwhelming in a relationship but are generous and romantic too. They know just how to please a woman. Leo male are normally attracted to eccentric females. At work they are motivated by appreciation rather than money. The male Leo is extremely hard working, dedicated, loyal and successful.

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Virgo Virgo is a very sexy sign. But it is also the sign of flirt. Virgo men prefer to remain a bachelor and enjoy endless female attention. They are cleanliness freaks and personal hygiene is particularly important to them. As a lover, they can be sensitive and tender. Most Virgo men are successful in their fields. They love their work. They are perfectionists and, hence, it can be a pain to work with them at times. Nonetheless, it can affect you in a positive way.

Libra The Libra man loves to partner up. They look for intellectual connections over physical ones. The male Libra seeks a partner whose thoughts sync with his. A female version of himself is what he looks for in a life partner. It is tough being with a male Libra because he expects you to think like him. Libra males can be aggressive and are great strategists. The Libra male will lead you rather than follow. The dark side of Libra men is that they can be cold and insensitive. But deep inside every Libra male is a people pleaser.

S corpio Just like the animal, the Scorpio men are mysterious with a hint of danger. They have a reputation for being sex maniacs who maintain celibacy till they meet their perfect someone. For those of you involved with Scorpio male, don’t take sex as a joke. It is of utmost importance to them. Giggling and laughing out loud when you are doing 'it' will insult him. Scorpions are dependable and reliable especially about secrets at work. They work efficiently while receiving orders from above.

Scorpio males are self-determined. They don’t care much about praises from others and work according to their likes.

S agittarius The Sagittarius male are saint-like. Optimist and friendly they always carry their hearts on their sleeves. Freedom is very important to Sagittarians. They are adventurous, into sports and love big animals. Giving advice is something that Sagittarians cannot abstain from. As a lover, the Sagittarius male will be friendly, casual and happy. They just focus on the positive side of a relation and sweep away all the unpleasant memories. Sagittarius men prefer working in places that offer maximum freedom. They are most likely to take jobs that don’t require them to stay in the office.

Capricorn Capricorn male can be protective. They are the ones you want to grow old with.

Once they set their eyes on you they won’t ever let their eyes wander around others. Capricorn men are most attracted to elegant women. Low cut blouses and cheap talks are not going to work on them. Capricorns do not have the highest selfesteem. They are shy and unsure about their attractiveness. It is at workplace where Capricorn males shine. As bosses, they can be stern but forgiving, authoritative but rewarding. With Capricorns there is no blame game. They like to be responsible for their mistakes and often take the blame for everything. Not all is great with Capricorn male. They can be snobby and real control freaks on their bad days.

Aquarius Aquarius male are known for their sex appeal. Great personality and exciting, Aquarian males have a lot of female friends. They like women who are warm and attractive. Aquarians can often come across as detached beings. They are great team players when they get that sense of belonging. They put their effort into getting everything done at work.

Pisces Pisces male define the dream guy prototype. Utterly romantic at heart, they are the true believers of soul mate. With a Piscean, everything feels dream-like. They take you to places you have never been and introduce you to complete new world.

Pisces men have no problem being controlled. In fact, they love it when you take charge whether it is in the bedroom or the boardroom. Pisces men normally don’t like to work. They are always on the look out for early retirement. Their field of interest is glamour and art.

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