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Where flowers bloom, so does hope. March ahead with dreams this spring. Robin Williams says, “Spring is nature’s way of saying, let’s party!” Red Alert
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Not just the most desirable men or women, we have the most desirable CARS too.
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Want to enjoy an itch-free festival? Then play Holi… Naturally!
Red Trade 34 What would be the world without women? ou just cannot imagine! Celebrate the 101st You omen’s Day and give them International Women’s their due recognition.
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If there’s a paradise on Earth, it is this, it is this, it is this!
Red Haute utte e After a sizzling item number, Parvathi Melton’s Dookudu is just unstoppable! Slowly but steadily, she’s here to set hearts on fire.
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Red Gadgets 61 You know what’s so brilliant about these devices here? Their simplicity! Red Entertainment
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Hamari zindagi sirf teen cheezon se chalti hai...Entertainment, entertainment, entertainment!!!
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Before he celebrates the silver jubilee of his hotel, let’s celebrate his life and achievements.
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Global fashion at local destination.
Red Wellness
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Eating sugary, syrupy, saccharine loaded food is injurious to health.
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If you thought that diamonds existed only in a colourless form, time to improve your general knowledge!
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Colour, colour, which colour do you want?
Red Cuisine 83 Holi is not all about colours but also about lip smacking dishes! We’ve lined up good ones for you.
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Aasavari Shenolkar, Deputy Editor, The Hitavada, Nagpur A magazine of this magnitude both in looks and content from Visakhapatnam is not just a pleasant surprise, but very awe-inspiring. The hard work and dedication of the team that go into the making of the magazine is very palpable. As a journalist and the editor of the magazine section, I also can gauge the hardship a team faces in successfully putting together a magazine of international standards. I congratulate the Publisher, the Editor and their team for the great job they are doing. Wish you all the best.
PUBLISHER’S NOTE
The term of the elected body of Greater Visakha Municipal Corporation came to an end last month. Appearing to be quite content with its performance, Mayor Pulusu Janardhana Rao listed a number of projects and works completed during its tenure. Sir, but what about the hanging Asilmetta flyover, incomplete Bus Rapid Transit System and drainage projects? Besides being an ugly scar on the face of the city, the suspended flyover, with its exposed skeleton, has become an unending nightmare for the commuter. Half-finished drainage work has left the roads in a terrible shape. Mr. Rao blames the BRTS fiasco on the Railway and Navy. But let me reiterate that nothing can be more tiring than “the eternal hanging on an uncompleted task.” Mr. Rao and his team should admit that they failed to apply the much-needed stitch on time. There were miles to go before they left. The mention of unfulfilled tasks immediately takes my mind, albeit in a different context, to the recent untimely demise of Mr. Grandhi Manoj Kumar, Chairman of Vaibhav Empire Limited and Vaibhav Jewellers. He dreamed big for himself and the city and was working towards his goal when he fell prey to the human greed. We hope the Vaibhav family endures this tragedy with equanimity and succeeds in fulfilling his dreams. On the positive side, we see one silver lining in the dark clouds hanging over the city. Come March 26, the first flight to Dubai will be taking off from here, propelling the city into the world aviation map. This is the most coveted facility the local leaders have been pushing for quite sometime as the efficient connectivity is vital for the region’s prosperity. On this very optimistic note I say bye wishing you all a very happy Holi and a cheerful Ugadi.
Chandra Mouli Tippala, Publisher
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E D I T O R ’ S S AY
Eleanor Roosevelt said, “Women are tea bags. You never know how strong they are until they get into hot water.” Isn’t she true? Do you know the secret underlying the womanhood? In spite of spending an entire lifetime over it, nobody could decode the enigma called woman.That’s a very well-kept secret and remains so forever. On the eve of International Women’s Day, we caught hold of a few such enigmatic ladies in the city who work wonders at home and the work place too. These women, who have spoken their hearts out, are bound to make a lasting impression on our readers. It’s also time for Ugadi and Holi. Though the former is welcomed without any fuss, Holi celebrations can actually invite some risks. Before you start singing rang barsee bheege chunarwaali...think about the chemical loaded colours that leave you itchy all over. Play Holi, the green way. Since it is all about colours, how about splashing your home with colours? Now! Don’t run around with pichkaaris but check out what we have in store! Kashmir, the paradise on the Earth is the best summer vacation. If you are just about to plan a holiday, then you could not have chosen better time. Check out what’s there in the travel section. March is also exams time for all the students. Burning the midnight oil, ‘combined studies’, breaks, powernaps and also valedictory functions and campus recruitments mark the season! Ah! How I miss my college life! As students bid farewell to this colourful phase, I wish them all the best for their future. Study first, enjoy next! Do I sound very preachy? If she had sizzled at our inauguration gala then, she is frozen on our cover now. Miss Twinkle Toes Parvati Melton oozed her oomph, dancing her way into millions of hearts with the item number in Dookudu! After that it’s only natural that she’s a tad busy. Yet we managed to pin her down for a chat. Hope the Nandana Nama Samvatsaram brings prosperity and good health to all of you!
Divya Reddy Tippala, Editor
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March marks the beginning of the spring. The time when flowers bloom and bulbuls sing in exuberance. Holi is here and so is the Telugu New Year. Time for new clothes, new beginning and of course, Ugadi pachadi too.
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Stop Bad Service Day Research shows that changing our expressions, especially smiling - can help change our mood. Don smile and extend warm service on this day.
March 7 Learn What Your Name Means day If you don’t know what your name means, don’t Google. Ask your parents. Who knows, you might even have a story behind it! What’s more: Apple Patented the iPod (2006) Yes, iPods were born recently!
March 11 Middle Pride Day Middle names are only mentioned in our driver's license or school certificates. Yet celebrate it today! What’s more: Frankenstein's birthday(1818) The Frankenstein episode finds an apt parallel in our own epic story of Siva and Bhasmasura. The monster now figures in Bionic Man, Weird Science and other multi-media games.
March 12 Alfred Hitchcock Day Hitchcock, famous for his thrillers, made cameo appearances in nearly all of his films.
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Share a Smile Day “Wear a smile and have friends; wear a frown and have wrinkles.” Keep smiling not just for the day, but for an entire lifetime. World Pig Day The phrase pigheaded is derived from an Indonesian legend which came to be referred to anyone before whom others must grovel. However, they are fourth in the list of intelligent animals.
March 2 Pyramid Day The Pyramids of Egypt have been a symbol of mystery as well as stability. Rumours are rife that the pyramids house thousands of royal mummies. So far, no one has been able to crack the secret behind this wonder of the world.
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I Want You to Be Happy Day Do something special today to delight your beloved and make it memorable
March 4 Cadbury's Chocolates Birthday (1824) Famous across the world, Cadbury’s set up shop in India in 1948 by importing its chocolates. Bite into one and hail the chocolate king.
March 5 Multiple Personality Day (MPD) Get in touch with your good side, your bad side, and all the sides of yours. Happy Multiple Personality Day to you. And you.. And you..!
International Women’s Day Stop and admire women around you for their multitasking abilities and caring nature. They are no more the weaker sex. What’s more: Holi Rang barse bheege chunar wali, rang barse! Play with colours and go high on bhang.
March 9 Employee Appreciation Day Typically celebrated by the boss, giving a day off and a wad of cash to each of his or her employees.
March 10 World Kidney Day To keep kidney problems at bay, drink a lot of water. Insufficient water intake can slow down their functioning.
Open an Umbrella Indoors Day Opening an umbrella indoors is said to invite evil spirits. Does this superstition hold good even today? Don’t think so!
March 14 Learn about Butterflies Day “Butterflies are a great inspiration to all of us,” says Abdul Kalam. A little mushy caterpillar turns into a beautiful butterfly. All it needs is a little patience.
March 15 Consumer Rights Day Given a raw deal? Lodge your complaint on procedure@ consumergrievance.com
March 16 Everything You Do Is Right Day Do everything that seems right. But just ensure you don’t get into trouble.
March 17 Rubber band invented (1845) How would girls look without a rubber band? Messy is the word! Wear as many rubber bands as possible just to commemorate the day.
March 18 Supreme Sacrifice Day A day to honour brave soldiers and firefighters and their ilk, who make supreme sacrifice for us.
March 19 Iraq War Day The War on Iraq began on this day in 2003, America has spent about $1 trillion of US tax payers’ funds until 2011. On the other hand, Iraq endured a death toll of over 100,000 unarmed civilians.
March 20 Teenagers Day Have a blast all you teenagers! What’s more: The first day of spring A haiku quote for a lovely start: “Sitting quietly, doing nothing, spring comes, and the grass grows, by itself.”
March 21 Extra Terrestrial Abduction Day Spend the day reading or watching about alien abductions. What’s more: World Poetry Day Unleash the poet in you, write a cute or a funny poem and dedicate it to your friends.
March 22 World Water Day The Gen next might never get to celebrate this day if we don’t save the drop today.
March 23 World Turtle Day Turtles, emblems of longevity and stability, have been on the earth for 200 million years or more, longer than dinosaurs. Near home, the ancient and famous Sri Kurmam temple houses a turtle hatchery. What’s more: Shaheed Bhagat Singh’s execution on this day in 1931 triggered a nationwide movement.
March 24 World TB Day Contrary to the popular belief, Tuberculosis can be prevented and controlled too. All it needs is a little education.
March 26 Ugadi Eating Ugadi pachadi is not just a tradition. The sweet-saltyspicy-bitter concoction, eaten on this day, keeps away infections the change of climate brings. Time for warm wishes and feast with gaarelu, boorelu, pulihora. Yumm! What’s more: Robert Frost’s birthday “These woods are lovely, dark and deep, But I have promises to keep, And miles to go before I sleep, And miles to go before I sleep.” Robert Frost
March 29 Coca-Cola Invented (1886) Though possessively guarded by the US, the Coca-Cola formula was first put together in Kolkata.
March 30 Grass is always Greener on the other side Day Honour those who did not quit or leave in between because things seemed to look better somewhere else. Vincent Van Gough’s Birthday The 1890 Dutch painter Van Gough sold only one painting during his lifetime.
March 27 Photography Day People might change but photographs don’t! Click all your favourite people and capture them forever.
March 28 Respect your Cat Day Ignore the superstition and let a cat cross your way. What’s more: Lady Gaga’s Birthday She got the name Lady GaGa, from Queen’s song Radio Gaga. Her first song Dollar Bills was written when she was four years old and by the age of 13, she penned her first piano ballad.
March 31 Eiffel Tower's Anniversary A former US military member and archery world champion, Erika La Tour Eiffel, married the tower in an intimate ceremony and pledged to love, honour and obey the Eiffel tower. She is the founder of OS International, an organisation for those who develop significant relationships with inanimate objects (objectophiles).
March 25 No Homework Day Teachers! Spare the students today.
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CULTURE AND CELEBRATIONS
TOUCH OF GLAMOUR
‘Karate’ Suman The actor, who added a touch of glamour to sport Karate (martial art), was Suman. He graced the concluding function of 5th All India Karate Championship held at the Swarnabharathi stadium. Like the Telugu Warriors (CCL) that pipped the Tamil Rhinos, the Andhra Karate team romped home with the overall championship scoring 589 points.
Love Failure success Celebrations for ‘love success’ are a common practice. But this guy undertook ‘Vijaya yathra’ for his ‘Love Failure.’ Here we are talking about the success story of actor Siddharth’s recently released film. Along with the music director, Thaman, and other unit members, he celebrated the film’s success at the V Max theatre. red | march 2012 | 14
Beauty ‘meets’ quality What has added glitter to the Mine Diamond Show launched by Malabar Gold showroom was actor Taapsee’s presence. The svelte cutie was at the showroom to inaugurate the show and tried the diamond-studded jewellery. Unlimited choice of bridal, solitaire, everyday light weight, men’s and platinum diamond jewellery was on display at the expo that will continue till March 11.
Samanta in city Close on the heels of Taapsee, yet another ‘star’ descended on the city. Samantha has inaugurated Sati Kreations, a subsidiary cloth showroom of J K Silks (Vizianagaram). Crowds had to jostle one another to have the glimpse of the Dookudu gal. Sporting a beguiling smile, Ms. Sam took a peek at different varieties of saris. She, along with Vizianagaram MP Botsa Jhansi, lighted the lamp to mark the inauguration of the shop.
Farewell Day There are no barriers of sorts, especially age, when it comes to participating in revelries. Teachers of St. Joseph’s College for Women proved this by joining their ‘disciples’ in the Farewell Day celebrations held at the college premises. All the participants let their hair down. A plethora of cultural programmes marked the event.
Merrymaking AU College of Engineering seemed to have had pushkaralu of different kind. After a gap of 12 years the college turned host to the cultural youth festival - Cultural U:Fest 2012. Shedding all the inhibitions and cutting across language barriers, the engineering students indulged in merrymaking, dancing to the tunes of rockband, kolaveri et al.
FELICITATIONS
Actor duo at Disha 2012 Samata College has organized an event - Disha 2012 as a part of its annual day celebrations recently. The actor-duo who hogged the limelight at the programme, were Siva Balaji and his wife Madhumita. Besides their presence, what stole the hearts of the audience were the spectacular cultural programmes performed by the students.
Aroma 2012 Charged with zeal, the students of Sri Prakash Vidyaniketan infused life to Aroma 2012, the annual day celebrations of the school. They enthralled the audience with tribal and western dances. The chief guest was K Dinesh, co-founder of Infosys.
Music spell There is a magic in music that goes beyond barriers of languages and here is an instance. Artistes and dancers from different regions found a common platform at Kalabharathi auditorium that hosted the 12th anniversary celebrations of Andhra Music Academy. It was a testimony to the fact that the advent of western dances is in no way a threat to the Indian classical dances.
Students surprise Shoppers at CMR Central were caught unawares when a group of youngsters suddenly broke into dances to the tunes of hit numbers. In the run-up to the Aadhrita 12, a national-level students’ fest, the students of Maharaj Vijayaram Gajapathi Raj College of Engineering, Vizianagaram took the mob by surprise.
Eyewear launched If Miss India (Universe) Vasuki hogged the limelight for espousing the cause of ‘eye care’ among women in January, this month (Feb) Miss India contestant Ispita Pati stole the show at the launch of ‘eyewear’. Himalaya Opticals roped in the latter for the launch of Flippers the latest stylish eye-wear trend at its Asilmetta showroom. After the launch of the spectacles, she modelled them for lensmen.
Yet another salon Close on the heels of Rain Tree Spa and Naturals, yet another salon that sprang in the city is Shear genius, Unisex Salon. Located in Ramnagar, it is the flagship salon of Matrix professional division of L’oreal. If the words of Anurga Gupta, Managing Director are to be believed, the salon offers services on a par with international standards.
Yet another feather Movie Moghul Dr .D. Rama Naidu was bestowed with the Ghantasala Smaraka Puraskharam, instituted by Ghantasala Smaraka Peetham and Ghantasala Sangeeta Kalasala. This is yet another milestone in his felicitations’ list for his distinguished services to the celluloid world.
Down the memory lane Looks like it was a trip down the memory lane for some crew of 1979 hit ‘Sankarabharanam’ at a function where some of the film’s songs were rendered under the baton of music director Saluri Vasu Rao. The function was organised by T. Subbarami Reddy Lalitha Kalaparishat where Kala Tapaswi K. Viswanath was conferred with the ‘Viswa Vikhyata Darshaka Sarvabhowma’ title. Also present at the function were actor-danseuse Manju Bhargavi and actor Tulasi.
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ollocks School celebrated its 47th annual day on 18th February at Gurajada Kalakshetram. ‘PEARLS 2012’ was a confluence of the students from the six campuses of the school. Prizes were given away for the academic toppers and the principal Mr. Sandeep Chitra presented the school’s annual report. GVMC Commissioner B. Ramanjaneyulu, CEO of Symbiosis Technologies O. Naresh Kumar and T. Chandra Mouli, CMD - red magazine were the guests of honour.
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he 11th biennial ‘GITAM Management Excellence Meet 2012 (GEMFEST)’ held on 17th February was a spectacle in the true sense of the word. Almost 50 teams from various states of the country showcased their talent. Beat the Cognizance, Greenathon, Cache, Globe Trotter, Armageddon and Clash of the Titans were a few events that brought out their marketing and professional skills.
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ydah College of Engineering and Technology hosted a two-day technical fest ‘INVENTO 2k12’ that was a mix of educational and cultural programmes. T. Chandra Mouli, CMD - red magazine, graced the occasion as the guest of honour. Poster & paper presentation, talent expo, flash mob, photography sessions and your kolaveri kolaveri di were the highlights of the event.
T. Chandra Mouli, CMD - red magazine, addressing the gathering
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ABA Institute of Technology and Science organised a department wise 2-day national-level technical symposium ‘BITSQUEST 2K12’ on 17 & 18 of February. E-Kshetra, Resonance, Nibsi Nova and Ilektrn are the sub conferences in which CSE, IT and MCA, ECE, EEE and Civil & Mech. departments took part. This technical event has been a fitting platform for the students to display their innovative and technical skills. Along with technical programmes, cultural and sports events marked the day.
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ellfare Institute of Science, Technology and Management (WISTM) organised a youth fest on 10 and 11 of February. The event included singing, dancing and mimicry. Classical dances by student groups were spellbinding. Popular singers Mallikarjun and Sravana Bhargavi enthralled the audience with some foot-tapping songs while RJ Veeru Mama emceed the show. Dr. Malla Vijaya Prasad (MLA) and district collector Luv Agarwal gave away prizes to the winners of various sports events.
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NATURALS NATURALS REVIEW
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he 124th Naturals beauty parlour houses a unisex salon and an exclusive women’s space. Spread over 2,100 sft, the salon has hygienic and ergonomic wash stations, mini waiting lounge, hair spa section, dual massage rooms, a colour select bar, bridal facial and steam rooms. Open from 9.00 am to 9.00 pm, seven days a week, the airy and refreshing white monotone interiors have an invigorating effect on its clientele. All the therapies and treatments are easy on your wallet. Visit the store for a standard trim or a layered cut or style your tresses in dreamy curls or bouncy waves. Pamper yourself with exotic facials such as age reversals, hydra moist and visibly young rejuvenation facial and spa immersion processes that take 45 to 75 minutes. Exclusive skin care therapies, body, nail and feet care sessions, specialised 'airbrush make-up' technique, make-up for special occasions and Golden Glow body polish for brides are some of the services. The affable personnel and stylists are all trained at the Christian Valmy International School of Aesthetics and bring their share of expertise.
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RAIN TREE - Spa REVIEW
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ihar’s Rain Tree Spa overlooking the blue waters of the sea is one-of-a-kind rejuvenation centre. The steps next to the restaurant lead to this spa nestled at the foothill of Rushikonda amidst bamboos and verdant foliage. The services include different types of Balinese and Thai massages, herbal aroma therapy and floral baths. For this a rare combination of natural herbs, flowers and eco-friendly wraps and scrubs are used. The six treatment rooms equipped with private showers are designed in cabana-style, offering a full bay view. Indeed, a perfect zone to revitalise after a hard day at the beach or office. There are also invigorating treatments such as Nature care therapy, Ayurvedic therapies, Body-detox, de-tan treatments and reflexology massages. Skin and hair specific packs like Hair Stimulant, Choco-locky, Sandal Eye, Lotus Foot Massage and Pure Body are the other services offered. The staff consists of hand-picked masseurs who are well-trained and professional.
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Fabulous beach view and ambience Pick up and drop facility Far off from the city
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n our country the festival-driven market tries to cash in on every occasion, leaving scruples to winds. Today Holi is callously commercialised with substandard substitutes for the natural colours. Ranita Ray points out the dangers on the eve of Holi. A Earlier, purely organic colours (gulal) which are extracts from the spring blossoms like parijat (Indian Coral Tree), Tesu (Flame of the Forest) were used to play Holi. They are good for skin. However, now the colours are mixed with deadly compounds like mica, acids, alkalis, pieces of glass. “Their ill effects range from local skin reactions to mental trauma. If it enters mouth, nose or eyes, it harms
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the Mucus Membrum, causing eye allergy, temporary and permanent blindness, even nervous breakdown and respiratory problems. Patients with sinusitis and asthma may land in medical emergency. There are reported cases of cancer. Play with colours, but with safe ones,� warns Dr. P Praveena, Chief consultant and Dermatologist, Touch Clinic.
“Holi, is it a gala of colours or gale to environment?” asks environmentalist, GV Suvarna.
“Earlier, colours were made of kumkum and turmeric. Now revelers want to carry the signs of festivities longer and use bright colours. Most of the colours are synthetic and get imported from China. They can cause Irritant Contact Dermatitis apart from minor effects like redness or Erythema, burning and itching sensation. Eczema patients are worst hit hence we better avoid them,” cautions Dr. Sailaja Surapaneni, Dermatologist.
of lead, mercury and other heavy metals trigger Itai-Itai (fragile bones), Minimata disease (disorder of the nervous system) and cause bio-magnifications in food chain too.”
She continues “Originally the practice, using organic colours, came into vogue to build body immunity to face the season’s change. But today’s synthetic colours are replete with chemicals that are detrimental not only to the users but also to the environment. Post-celebration mass bathing in water bodies leads to water and soil pollution. Often accumulation
“The deadliest of all are the water colours,” says Pritam, owner of Karachiwala store. “There is a growing demand for bright and lasting colours. We, on our part try to control quality, procuring organic colours that too only from our trusted dealers in Mumbai.”
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Eye allergy, puffiness and temporary blindness
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Contract Dermatitis
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Apply almond or baby oil and follow it with a coating of moisturiser and sunscreen to build a barrier between the colours and skin.
In case of any mild skin or eye reaction wash it off immediately with water. One can use ice and soap water for skin.
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MOM Provide her victuals, she will transform it into delicious food, give her four walls she will turn it to sweethome, grant her freedom to explore her hidden talent, she can build an empire in no time; this is the versatility of a woman. With a change in attitudes in men, women and society about her equality and emancipation; she is reaching pinnacle of success in professional world breaking gender barriers. Just not as an employee, but more strongly as an employer too, giving her male counterparts a run for their money.
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RENEURS
According to World Bank, globally around 25 to 33 per cent of all private businesses are owned or run by women. There are studies which proved that women-owned enterprises grow faster than those owned by men. On the eve of 101 years of International Women’s Day, red magazine is celebrating the best of womanhood. Ranita Ray and Kalyani Rajasekhar try to take inspirations from the city’s five such women who thought globally and excelled locally.
THE TEENY BOPPER Her bright and colourful playschool in a picturesque location speaks volumes about Poonam Shah Srinath, the brain behind Teeny Boppers. Way back in 2003, when she set up a preschool for tiny tots, people were cynical about its success. However, the school turned out to be a game changer! Her methods of imparting education were matchless. Today, she owns one of the finest kindergartens in Vizag and also heads the Vizag chapter of CII Young Indians (Yi). For her work is play in the school.
First step When we shifted here in 1997 from Hyderabad, I wanted to take a break from my decade-long career in the hospitality industry. The nine-to-five job, which necessitates leaving my daughter alone at home, never appealed to me. But the turning point came when I went to join her in a play school and the school’s management offered me work. The journey I was always haunted by a question - Are we providing the right kind of primary education which provides kids with the much wanted fun? After much meditation and deliberation, I came up with my play school, which I can run on my own terms. I started off the Teenyboppers Siripuram branch with just 40 kids and a couple of teachers but now we have two schools, 400 kids, 20 staff and 35 teachers. Can you believe it? I never resorted to any publicity drive, the performance of the schools spoke for itself.
Unique curriculum Not confining myself to a set and strict course, I try to bring in new traits the other disciplines offer. I travel frequently to the UK and keep myself abreast of new concepts and teaching methods and make it relevant to the local situation. We also combine the best of Kindergarten and Montessori education systems to make our training efficacious. The kids learn just one alphabet a week. All activities, concepts, phonics and vocabulary revolve round that single letter. I personally train my teachers and staff to deliver the best goods. The juggling act I have never neglected my family due to work or vice versa. I flawlessly managed everything without having to compromise. Challenges My non-native look and informal disposition raised quite a few eyebrows. People were even skeptical about my abilities. Things started looking up only after I became conversant with the local language. Advice The first pre-requisite is patience. Kids are very demanding and you should be armed with answers to all the questions they shoot at you. Be humane to your subordinates. And finally, don’t expect money to flow in instantly.
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A CLASS APART Young and bubbly, she breaks the clichéd image of strict headmistress and reminds us of Sushmita Sen in Main Hoon Na. Rajini Chitra of Pollocks School never imagined that she would run a school. After earning a masters degree in Electronics, this pretty lady joined software giant, Mainframe. Today, she serves as the Vice-Principal for six branches.
Admission My mother-in-law, the late Mrs. Vijayalakshmi Chitra established Pollocks in 1966. My entry into the family in 1999, also marked the beginning of my life as an educationist. At her behest, I joined the school as the co-ordinator and physics teacher. However, with her sudden demise in 2000, I and my husband, Mr. Sandeep Chitra, took charge as the Vice-principal and Principal respectively, with an aim to give shape to her vision. Tests We faced stiff resistance from the teachers with set ideologies, skeptic parents, besides the frequent comparisons with the old system etc. For years together we had to struggle to prove our worth. Reservations In a society where male supremacy is an accepted norm, taking orders from a woman is quite hard. However, the womanhood too comes handy at times, especially to pacify a fuming opponent. It’s only with your brain and managerial skills you can establish your credentials. red | march 2012 | 36
Mark the difference Ours is a complete school, not a marks-generating machine. Though we are in sync with new changes, we also imbue old moral values in students. We provide affordable education without compromising on quality. Dedicated and experienced teachers are prized possessions. Extracurricular Today competition is tough, tougher, toughest! We set the trend of modernising the education system in Vizag. A few of them are the SMS intimation to parents, CCTV monitoring etc. We are willing to take leaf out of other schools. But certainly mould it the Pollocks’ way to stay ahead in this crazy race. Promotion Two new branches, one in Gajuwaka and the other in Madhurwada, are in the pipeline. Made easy Education is the only field which is recession-free. It’s a paradise for women. Besides offering comfortable working hours, it earns you good income and above all immense dignity. Success comes to you only if you are passionate about it.
ETHNIC STYLIST Business might not be the first thing that comes to your mind when you look at Padmaja, the proud owner of Aarna. But as you talk to her you discover a strong, ambitious and confident heart that constantly dreams of achieving greater heights behind her soft and college girl looks. Quite understandably, her store in Kirlampudi Layout reflects her persona. Two years ago, she joined hands with her sister-in-law and started a boutique that houses ethnic women’s wear.
The switch I am a chartered accountant by profession. After my marriage, I moved to Vizag and started assisting my realtor husband. However, I always wanted to be on my own. Luckily my in-laws too are very encouraging and I ventured into retailing women’s wear. That’s how Aarna was born. Travelling across the country to pick up stock in itself is an enriching experience. It is going great guns. Why the name Aarna? We wanted something very traditional and meaningful and Aarna means a new wave or change. And in Vedic language it signifies Goddess Lakshmi. What’s in store for the city? Earlier, we were forced to travel to Hyderabad or Bombay to buy ‘good’ clothes. But the mushrooming malls and boutiques have changed the scenario in the city today. Yet I cannot say that our people are ready for designers like Vikram Phadnis, Manish Malhotra, Sabyasachi Mukherjee and
Rina Dhaka. They only go for quality and range, based on which we fill our shelves. It may take time but we too will eventually introduce designer wear. Future projects Women are great multi-taskers. If they are empowered, they can work wonders. I don’t know how far I will be able to accomplish this task but I want to empower women and provide livelihood for at least 100 of them. Competition Though very healthy, it is getting tougher by the day. If you want people to know your USP, there must be a rival. Advice If you want to venture into a business and build your own identity, then nothing should stop you. Just dream big and work hard. Don’t be disheartened even if you fail. Be happy that you took a shot at it.
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BAKING MAVERICK Take the ingredients, make a smooth batter, give a final check and put it for a perfect bake. If you think that’s all you need to know to own the best bakery in town, you are mistaken. Only after hard work, you enjoy a creamy pastry, sip that coffee and indulge in long chats. That is what Abha Chauhan did, to mould her Pastry, Coffee n Conversation. Added to her charisma is her evergreen beauty that worked as icing on the cake.
How it cooked It all started with baking goodies for my children who studied in a boarding school. Commercially, it began with brownies for my friend’s snooker club. Finally, in 2002 PCnC was out of the oven. New taste The real challenge was to introduce the new kind of food, which Vizagites were not familiar with. They only knew flavours like strawberry and vanilla and the continental delicacies were the domain of star hotels. I brought in a revolution by introducing chocolate flavours in pastries, mousse and brownies and took out the continental fare out of the hotels’ pantries. The grind A decade ago it was absolutely zero. Today one can find bakeries in every nook and corner. It doesn’t bother me as I am confident about my products and clear about my target customers. Till date our quality assurance and keeping up with the latest food fad help me retain the
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stronghold. As a freelancer and the unit-owner, I enjoy the freedom to experiment. Lumps More or less it’s a smooth sail so far. Only disturbing factor is the poaching of my highly skilled workforce. Icing I train all my staff - right from the chef to the serving boy. My personal touch is reserved for special orders. In store Opening a new outlet, to serve a wider variety of cuisine and add-ons like salads. We are scouting for space. Tips This industry is great for women. A coffee shop is better than other eateries as it is a perfect hangout place. For me, it’s like running the home on a large scale. Stacking inventory, managing accounts or even serving customers are manifestations of feminine traits.
SURPASSING WITH SUBWAY Simple, composed with a pleasant charm, she epitomises the ‘sweet mom image’. True to her nature, she treats everyone to healthy yet delicious food. No more guesses! She is Rajyalakshmi; the lady who steered her way to success through Subway.
Unwrapping My children always wanted to see me as an independent woman. I just got lucky when my husband spotted an ad for franchisee and registered my name. I got through the interview and Vizag got its first Subway in 2006. Freezing points The city was not a ready market for us. We had to overcome quite a few logistic hurdles as we deal with frozen products like zuccini, olives, lettuce etc., which were not available locally. Procuring or preserving them was tricky. Variety, no spice here Six years ago, neither there was awareness of such food nor was there any competition. With the local spicy food dominating the scene, pushing subs that are bland and full of raw vegetables was tough. The locals were apprehensive about the price too. We literally had to serve an explanation with each platter. High on quality and low in calorie yet tasty food and excellent service help us march
ahead. Now we run three outlets in Vizag and one in Vijayawada. On silver platter Brand is a safe launching pad as it earns you an instant recognition. However, a small compromise or minor mistake can malign even a reputed brand. On flipside, being with a brand leaves no scope for experimenting. Any one’s bite Work has no gender. I refuse to buy that argument. Next order Next on the agenda is opening one more Subway outlet (not in Vizag). I want to concentrate on our recently opened boutique, Miraaya. Right dough Be passionate about your work. Treat your customers as your family; then only you can serve them better. This is what I do.
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Dippy and RK are back! Former lovebirds Deepika and Ranbir Kapoor are back! Unlike other separated couples, they are spending a lot of time together and appear to be quite content. Long-legged Dippy always maintained that RK is her best friend and their bond is special. Their relationship took a beating after Ranbir developed special interest in other women and Deepika was forced to put an end to it. The hot jodi was seen at Rohit Dhawan’s wedding party and were also spotted partying at Los Angeles. Next month, they would even start shooting for Ayan Mukherji’s new film. All is well but did we forget talking about Siddharth Mallya and Katrina Kaif?
Lonely Piggy Her linkup with King Khan has cost Priyanka Chopra quite dearly! The entire coterie of star wives is keeping away from this hot lady and is reportedly not allowing her to mingle with the others too. At Shahrukh’s Don 2 party, she was confronted by Arjun Rampal’s wife about her presence and her closeness to Shahrukh. But Khan intervened and took control of the situation. In fact, Piggy had no place at the Agneepath success party held by Karan Johar. The ace director wasn’t happy with the rumours and hence the cold shoulder. After this linkup, Priyanka seems to have lost on films too. Apart from Barfee and Krish 3, she doesn’t have anything in her kitty! Doesn’t this saga look like her film?
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‘Who Meera?’ Cricketer Shoaib Akhtar is angry with sexy siren Meera. The actress recently told a newspaper that Shoaib is desperate to tie the knot with her. However, she claims that he had already proposed to her cousin and feels that he isn’t very balanced. She chose not to join Big Boss since the cricketer was supposed to take part in it. Contrary to all these allegations, the Rawalpindi Express says he doesn’t even know who Meera is and adds, “Ignore the baseless statements. Many women dream of marrying me.” We wonder what Meera has to say!
Bips on groom hunt Boyfriend-less Bipasha is on a hunt for a ‘suitable boy’. After breaking up with her decade-old partner John Abraham, Bips seems to hate her single status. She is taking the help of her friends and co-actors to find an alliance so that she can settle down quickly before her ex does. Jodi Breakers co-star Madhavan who is quite close to her says, “Bipasha looks like a tomboy and appears to be quite different from the others. But she’s a typical desi girl with an attitude. Her individuality and outlook towards life has impressed me. I will surely help her get a nice boy who takes good care of her.” Well, with such help coming from all quarters, Bips might tie the knot very soon.
HOLLYWOOD MASALA Sports Illustrated 2012 The much anticipated Sports Illustrated calendar 2012 is out. At the annual launch, 19 models including the cover girl Kate Upton paid homage to Mohammed Ali’s life and legacy at Cesar’s Palace, Las Vegas. Although she hails from Michigan, Kate is a Florida girl at heart. “In Florida, people walk around in their flip-flops, bikinis and jean shorts, so I'm very comfortable in a bathing suit,” says the cover girl. Her “blond, all-American looks” have created quite a flutter. Some of the other models include Irina Shayk (2011 cover girl), Anne V, Bar Refaeli, Nina Agdal, Adaora, Kirby Griffin, Natalie Gulbis, Alex Morgan and Crystal Renn.
Topless but on top of the world Actress Jennifer Aniston, who appears topless in Wanderlust, says she was unfazed and really enjoyed filming in Clarkesville, Georgia. “You do get nervous when there's a day where it's oops, I'm naked. But we've been among these people for almost two months. We were in the middle of nowhere and we were all a hop, skip and a jump from each other peppered around this lake. The topless scene was nothing compared to what happened in the two months prior,” said Aniston. She plays Manhattan girl Linda who, along with her husband George (Paul Rudd), ditches the city for a simpler life in a free-love hippy commune.
In mum’s footsteps Madonna’s 15-year-old daughter Lourdes Leon will perform along with her mother in the upcoming world tour. Lourdes is part of the handpicked exclusive dancers who will perform across 50 countries. A source was quoted saying “There are risqué dancers and some blatantly sexual dance routines but Madonna is really excited about Lourdes making an appearance.” The young fashionista is not lagging behind her mum, having danced for the hit track Celebration back in 2009 and also helping choose the crew for the upcoming world tour.
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Fuming Priyamani scotches rumour Superhot Priyamani is infuriated at the media for ‘fabricating’ a scandal involving her and actor Sachin Joshi. During the CCL matches, a newspaper reported that Sachin harassed the actress in an inebriated condition. He is also reported to have pulled her hand and hugged her in the field when she was busy cheering the players. A Mumbai tabloid was behind Priyamani to confess to the incident. But all this is trash and the fabrication of jobless media, says an infuriated Priya. The duo is also planning to hold a press conference to clear the air because Sachin is all set to tie the knot with a model. Naturally, he doesn’t want any glitches in his relationship.
Nayan back to Simbu After Srirama Rajyam, many producers and directors were behind the Malayalam beauty Nayanatara to sign more films. But she wanted to don the housewife avatar post her marriage with Prabhu Deva. Now that the couple has allegedly parted ways, Nayan is a free bird and is currently on a film-signing spree. She recently signed a rom-com with Nagarjuna. Rumours are rife that she is also trying to start her second innings in Kollywood and that too with her ex-boyfriend Simbu. These ex-flames have signed a new film that goes on the floors next month. Moreover, Nayan recently said that a difficult phase in life was over and she’s all set to make a comeback. Where is Prabhu Deva by the way? Will he go back to his estranged wife?
No more Happy Days Happy Days girl Tamanna is concentrating only on Telugu films and is reportedly saying no to Tamil thambis. All we ask is WHY? This milk white beauty ruled the roost in Chennai until last year and suddenly she lost interest in their stories. A little birdie tells us that a love affair between the young lass and Karthi caused this colossal damage. The duo that paired up for Awara was smitten by each other and just couldn’t stay away. But Tamil producers were irked with Tammu’s closeness to the young hero who belongs to a respectful family and decided not to offer her films. That was when she got back to Tollywood and signed biggies. The boycott continues and the actress is denied plum offers with Jiva, Ajith, Surya and Simbu.
Trisha is single Despite getting linked with many eligible hunks in the tinsel town, Trisha still remains single and is ready to mingle. Prabhas, Rana and Simbu were all rumoured to be in a relationship with her and sections of media came up with stories of her marriage with Young Rebel Prabhas. All these died down and now Vishal seems to be the new man! Both of them are shooting for Samaran and their chemistry is making heads turn. Though they term their relationship a ‘friendship’, industry circles report that there is ‘something-something’ between the both. When asked about marriage, this petite actress says, “Marriage is a far-off thought because I haven’t met the right guy. Right now, let me enjoy my singleton phase.”
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Mahesh eyes topnotch After being rated as the 5th Most Desirable Man in India, Superstar Mahesh Babu appears to be eying the first place. Tollywood’s handsome hunk is riding high with the back-to-back successes of Dookudu and Businessman and is now busy shooting for Seethamma Vaakitlo Sirimalle Chettu. After this, he will start his new film with Sukumar, where a highly intense action sequence has been planned for him. To go shirtless and flaunt his superhot body, Prince has hired Brad Pitt’s celebrity fitness trainer Greg JoujonRoche. Greg is an expert at chiselling the body without losing the facial charm. Finally, we will get to see Mahesh’s stunningly hot body which has never been exposed. Get ready for a swooning experience!
Nitya Menon faces a ban Kerala kutty Nitya Menon isn’t all that sweet as she appears in her films. This petite actress who has been delivering hit films is said to be facing a ban in Kerala. Ms. Menon refused to talk to a couple of producers who approached her at a shooting location. The irate producers’ duo lodged a complaint with the Producers’ Association and requested to take action on the headstrong babe for ‘showing disrespect’! The Exhibitors’ Association is supporting the producers and their complaint. Nitya’s films Bachelor Party and Ustad Hotel have been stalled from releasing. This might have an impact on her film Ishq with Nitin. Time to introspect Nittu!
Ready for Mango?
Hero turns ‘Thaatha’
Lover boy Ram is striving for a blockbuster after Ready. Though he has a mass appeal, he is yet to create a class-hero image. His next project Endukante Premanta with Karunakaran is complete and is slated for a summer release. Tamanna plays his lady love and the film’s first look is absolutely stunning. Interestingly, Ram will join hands with Bommarillu Bhaskar. BB’s latest disaster Orange was a bitter experience for everybody and for Ram Charan; it was the biggest blow ever. It was also heard that Bhaskar narrated the same story to hero Karthi and the latter refused it politely. Now that Ram has stepped into the ‘rejected’ project, everybody’s eyes are on it. Will Bhaskar name it Mango?
Like the title Uu Kodathara, Ulikki Padathara (UKUP), the cast and the characters they play too are quite interesting. Nandamuri Balakrishna who is still playing powerful mass masala roles is now testing new waters. He is playing grandfather to Manchu Manoj. Balayya’s getup in the film is said to enthrall one and all and the Thaatha - Manavadu sentiment will set a new trend. UKUP is a 19th century backdrop movie and is studded with socio-fantasy elements. This is already touted to be a big ticket as there are several costly sets erected for the shoot. Each one costs more than six crores rupees. With a biggie in the main role, expensive sets and a powerful story, this one might be a winner!
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Raining glamour Rain songs have always been a feast to the eyes for the Telugu audiences. One hot babe who is getting ready with a sizzling number in the rain is Samantha! Srikanth Addala, the director of Seethamma Vaakitlo Sirimalle Chettu is said to be exploiting Sam’s oomph. They are currently shooting for a solo rain song in Kutraalam near Tamil Nadu. The place is known for beautiful temples and waterfalls and it is also said to be the favourite place for many directors. Samantha sports a pierced navel and would be drenched completely. Will this song look like Manirathnam’s Chinni Chinni Aasa….?
If rumours are to be believed then chubby faced Richa Gangopadhyay will be an item girl! Not in Tollywood or Kollywood but she would dance her way straight into Bollywood. Prabhu Deva’s Rowdy Rathore, a remake of Vikramarkudu requires an item girl and that slot would be filled in by Richa. She is now shooting for Varadhi opposite Prabhas. This Mirapakai girl will soon start her Bengali debut with a biggie and is quite excited about her first native film. Though she hasn’t confirmed it yet, industry circles say that she has already started shooting for the item song. Just a couple of films in her kitty, is an item number right at this juncture? Well, glamour and skin show rock any day!
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Prabhas to pair with Katrina Lawrence to sing a different tune Raghava Lawrence, the multi-tasker is back in action! His latest project Rebel with Prabhas and Tamanna has almost completed the shoot after a few hiccups. Initially, Anuskha was roped in for the heroine’s role but she had issues with Lawrence and walked out. The role eventually went to Tammu. The story, screenplay and direction are being looked after by Lawrence himself and recently, he has donned the cap of a music director too. Thaman who was scoring the music till now has walked out because of the ego clashes with the director. Since nobody else is ready to work, the dancing sensation has taken the responsibility of composing the tunes. All is well but can he do justice to the music department? Jack of all trades, master of none!
It might be surprising but it is true! Prabhas will pair with Bollywood bombshell Katrina Kaif and that too under the direction of movie maverick Shankar. This is going to be a trilingual film in Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam and the lead roles would be taken up by Prabhas, Kamal Hassan and Mohanlal respectively. In Telugu, Katrina might play the leading lady’s role and it is heard that the director is in talks with these stars. Interestingly, Jackie Chan will play a pivotal role while A.R. Rahman composes tunes. If these stars sign on the dotted lines, the film will shortly go on floors. Under the direction of Shankar, Prabhas has many chances to catapult his way into the top league. All the best hunk!
KISS AND TELL Kiss - besides expressing love tells a lot many things. This is what the latest creative work by Nistula Hebbar, reiterates. Janaki, the protagonist, is a journalist, who works in the political circuit. Typical to her profession, she is on lookout for a big sensational story. In her personal life, she reminds you of any girl, who is in her late twenties, seeking love and wants to be ‘happy ever after.’
Dream to come true Jr. NTR is Badshah What the Young tiger NTR needs is a blockbuster. After delivering massive duds like Shakti and Oosaravelli, he is no more in demand. In a bid to revive his dying career, he prefers solid stories and talented directors. Once he wraps up the shoot of Boyapati Srinu’s Dammu, he is all set to begin his new project with Srinu Vytla. The film is titled as Badshah. Kajal Agarwal and Amala Paul are being roped in to romance with NTR. This film boasts of the typical Srinu Vytla script and will surely boost Tarak’s career. Producer Ganesh feels that Badshah will be a perfect mix of mass and class elements. Wait and watch! red | march 2012 | 44
What looks like a distant dream for the fans of Kamal Hassan and Rajnikanth, will soon turn into reality! Both these iconic stars will come together for Kamal’s mammoth project Marudhanayagam which has been in the cold storage for almost a decade. The script for this film was penned almost 15 years ago and due to various reasons, it was shelved. Now it is heard that the Universal Hero wants to revive it and film it on a large scale. Superstar Rajnikanth too will be a part of the project and he would be essaying a very important role. Though there isn’t any other official announcement, the film might start its shooting once Rajni wraps up Kochadaiyaan. This would surely be a visual feast!
Work introduces her to an attractive bureaucrat Vishnu Singh, who is much older and powerful. It appears as if all her wish-list was wrapped and gifted as an alluring package. Ironically, before her fairytale meets a happy ending, her boss assigns her a task to expose a sordid scandal involving a high-profile politician. Her investigations reveal that Vishnu works for the same man. Baffled by the intriguing outcome of her investigations and the thrill of Vishnu’s kisses, she feels that she is losing control over her life. Read on to find out how she survives the twist.
New games released this season are not short of action; the plot thickens further with an additional package that enhances your Skyrim’s experience.
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SHADOWS OF THE DAMNED
Three months since the release of Skyrim, the Elder Scrolls franchise devised an ingenious plan for the large number of gamers addicted to slaying dragons on virtual lands. The Creation Kit allows users to design and develop their own content for ‘The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim.’ The construction pack offered by Bethesda Game Studios is by far the best in additional packs. It comprises the same set of tools used by the developers at Bethesda. It is available to all gamers allowing them to add and expand.
Developed by Grasshopper and released by EA, the game combines the genres of punk rock and psychological thriller with exhilarating visuals to provide an apt background to the thematic game play. Garcia Hotspur’s girlfriend Paula is kidnapped by Demons. Garcia, along with his dimwitted and pervert sidekick Johnson, battles demons to rescue Paula. The storyline is more or less linear and throws a few surprises such as upgrades and collectibles along the way. Adding to the stark contrast, the chiaroscuro visuals set the tone for the latter half of the game, which is filled with anxiety and hell of a lot of demon slaying.
CRACKDOWN 2 Original Crackdown was developed by Realtime Studios, a company responsible for runway hits such as the Grand Theft Auto Series. Instead of a ghetto feel, the new version offers interesting game play that involves agents in urban environments overcoming a range of obstacles around the city. As the game progresses one can benefit from upgrades on skill, agility, inventory like any other open play series. Unlike the Grand Theft Auto games, Crackdown has a minimal storyline. Collecting orbs along the way that aid in increasing your skill levels is surely a growing obsession amongst Xbox enthusiasts.
SOUL CALIBUR V The latest edition surpasses all its predecessors; it combines the new with the old to produce an experience that is simultaneously fresh and intimately familiar. The game is based on the concept of legacies, reflecting a transition from the older generation of Soul Calibur to a newer one. The variety of fighting styles is immense, ranging from the traditional Japanese katana to spell books. The game also boasts improved character creation and the detailed character’s appearance, including height, muscle tone, dimensions, and a plethora of equipment.
SAINTS ROW 3 THQ’s new sequel of the Saint Row series keeps alive the cartoon-like feel of the original. The game is nothing close to realism; the explosions just got bigger so did the loud corny humour. The game has a lot of interesting references to other videogames and popular culture that might stir up some nostalgia in avid gamers. The game allows comprehensive customisation from dressing up your character in some crazy outfits and teaching them to behave or even taunt in a certain way. The sandbox game play allows seamless transition among story missions, sub plots and side mission. This also includes assassinations and grand theft auto. Other activities include providing protection, insurance fraud, escort service, ensuring mayhem and also mob control.
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S.S. Rajamouli, the master storyteller, will soon be out with his new flick without a ‘superstar’. Touted to be a socio-fantasy comedy, it stars Nani, Samantha and Sudeep in the lead roles. M.M. Keeravani is back with remarkable numbers and according to Rajamouli, the audio is simply out-of-this-world. Eega, a cute love story with some tense moments, is packed with stunning visual effects. Senthil Kumar who won a National Award for his cinematography in Magadheera comes up with eye-catching work. The unit is using a Scorpio Crane for the first time in the history of Telugu cinema. Do we get to watch a Tollywood style Avatar? Hope Rajamouli and his team create magic again!
Steven Spielberg enmeshes aspects that mostly include American history, heroism, childlike wonder and rites of passage into the entertainment. War Horse has a strong cultural resonance. A teenage boy Albert (Jeremy Irvine) trains with the Joey, a thoroughbred horse. They grow to become inseparable friends. But when the harvest fails, Albert’s father decides to sell the horse. The film follows Joey as he pulls across WWI-ravaged Europe in service of one master after another. Albert, who has been temporarily blinded by gas, searches for Joey. The emotional strings inspired by Bresson’s donkey in Au Hasard Balthasar are quite evident in the sincere vignettes that portray the impartiality of nature and the darker side of humanity. As Joey is set to be auctioned off, the third act of the film deals with the journey of Albert, as he tries to get his stallion back.
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After Kurbaan and Tashan; Saifeena (Saif-Kareena) is back on silver screen with Agent Vinod, a spythriller. The story is about an Indian agent who gets killed in a foreign country. However, before his death, he sends a secret message to the headquarters referring that something strange is happening. Agent Vinod (Saif Ali Khan) is sent to unravel the mystery. On that journey he meets this very mysterious girl (Kareena). Bebo aptly suits her secret agent role and her first mujra ‘Dil mera muft ka...’ is already creating ripples. What happens to the duo and also to the mystery, the climax has it all.
The versatile diva, Vidya Balan is back as Vidya Bagchi in her new flick Kahani. She is playing a Tamil girl, married to a bong guy. Six months pregnant, she comes to Kolkata, all alone from London and tries to find her husband (Arnab Bagchi), who has gone missing. She starts on an incessant search, relying on nothing but fragments of her memories about him. All her attempts seem futile as everyone tries to convince her that her husband does not exist. Gradually she realises things are not how they appear and gets on to a mission to unravel the truth.
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MR. NOOKAYYA Manchu Manoj, known for his action sequences, comes up with an intense action flick full of hair-raising stunts. His last film Jhummandi Naadam bit dust at the boxoffice and this young hero is desperate for a hit. Kriti Karbhanda and Sana Khan play the arm candies for the hero. Kriti’s role was originally written for Shriya Saran but she backed out after a three-day shoot due to price hitch. The film’s audio that was released last month appeared to be average though the title track is a hit. Yuvan Shankar Raja has come up with his style of tunes but they aren’t all that appealing. Anil Kanneganti wields the megaphone.
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TERE NAAL LOVE HO GAYA A perfect release after Bollywood’s lovey-dovey couple tied the wedding knot. Genelia looked stunning as usual in her free-spirited tomboy character (Mini), the daughter of a Canadian businessman Bhatti (Tinu Anand). Riteish (Viren), is a perfect match for her. Perhaps the real life love worked for an amazing reel life chemistry. The villain father, Bhatti, wants Mini to marry a rich guy of his choice. To escape the marriage, she stages a kidnap, involving Viren and runs away with him. Eventually, they fall in love but the faked kidnap leads to an unexpected climax. Somehow the humour keeps you hooked to it, though at times it appears forced. SachinJigar's musical score is pleasant. Thanks to the choreographer, after a long time the beauty of rural India came to fore. Overall a refreshing flick, worth a watch especially for Riteish and Genelia.
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Based on a true story, Moneyball provides a fascinating insight into the cut-throat competition in major league baseball and the challenges involved in running a team. In one of his finest performances, Brad Pitt plays Billy Beane, a 44-year old general manager of Oakland Athletics (or A’s) and the man behind selecting the ‘A’ team. Billy, a failed player for the New York Mets disregards conventional wisdom of the sport and aims to reinvent it. After a string of losses, Beane befriends the bespectacled adviser of Cleveland Indians (Johan Hill). Running on a tight budget, Beane and Hill recruit discounted players. For Oakland A’s it’s more than baseball, it is a revolution and Beane is in the centre of the controversy - one that challenges old school traditions. Moneyball does well in portraying and bringing together age old elements of values and business of the sport.
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03. We Are Young / Fun Featuring Janelle Monae
03. London Paris New York title / London Paris New York
04. Poolarangadu title / Poolarangadu
04. Sexy and I Know It / LMFAO
04. Kunwara / Jodi Breakers
05. Good Feeling / Flo Rida
05. Setting zaala / Chaalis Chauraasi
06. We Found Love / Rihanna Featuring Calvin Harris 07. I Will Always Love You / Whitney Houston
05. Pista pista / Mr. Nookayya 06. Ileana / Snehithudu 07. Ela ela / Panjaa
06. Gali gali chor hai title / Gali Gali Chor Hai
08. Bodyguard title / Bodyguard
07. Aa raha hoon palat ke / Don 2
10. Ninnala lede / It’s My Love Story
08. Turn Me On / David Guetta Featuring Nicki Minaj
08. Jis jagah pe khatam / Players
09. Nothing But the Beat / Rack City
10. Aadat se majboor / Ladies Vs Ricky Bahl
10. Give Me All Your Luvin / Madonna Featuring Nicki Minaj & MIA.
03. Parvathi parvathi / Love Failure
09. Chaahat / Blood Money
09. Dooba dooba / Nippu
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fter a short stint with the Telugu and Malayalam movies, long-legged beauty Parvati Melton appeared to have faded into oblivion. Surprisingly, in spite of standing at number 40 in the Most Desirable Women’s list and delivering a couple of hits, she still couldn’t get into the big league. But this Vennela girl shot to limelight again with her Poovai Poovai moves in Dookudu. Now, she is simply unstoppable. H Congrats for the success of your item song! Thank you so much! Even I am really excited. How did you bag the role in Vennela? I have always been fascinated by cinema. I started dancing and performing at the age of 5. I won various beauty pageants, and modelling competitions.
That was when I was spotted and called for an audition by the Vennela team. I cleared the audition and got the ticket to Tollywood. You were typecast in Madhumasam. What made you accept such a role? I usually focus on the people I would be collaborating with. The director, the production house and my role must be good too. Though Madhumasam was different, I accepted the role because of Chandra Siddharth. That film brought me laurels. How the experience of working with Vishnu in Game? After Vennela, my parents took me back to the US and I rejoined school. I begged my family to let me pursue a career in cinema.
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They gave a green signal for Game. I returned to India after nearly seven months. I really enjoyed working with Mohan Babu garu and Vishnu.
Mahesh Babu, Srinu Vaitla and 14 Reels Entertainment. I am fortunate to have returned to the industry through such a successful film.
avan Kalyan’s Jalsa,, the How did Pavan biggest hit in your career happen? I was approached by director Trivikram Srinivas and he convinced T me to do the role. Initially, I was very apprehensive, but I decided to take the plunge. Fortunately it clicked.
How did Poovai Poovai happen? What a perfect way to say I am back. That was what I felt when Srinu Vaitla garu and the producers approached me. Wasn’t doing a special song at this point of the career a risk? I think item numbers can spice up a film. Being an actress in Indian cinema means being a performer and sometimes even a small but critical performance can provide tremendous entertainment value to fans. Why not make a special appearance and entertain my fans. What is interesting is that many biggies in Hollywood and Bollywood are also open to ‘item’ songs. I don’t believe it was a bold step. In the world of acting, there are no rules and guidelines.
You are Tollywood’s Tollywood’s new item girl! You How is it being called so? It’s really exciting! Dookudu offered me the opportunity to do something I hadn’t done before. I am glad I did that song. It was especially wonderful working with an amazing team, including
Are you open to more item songs? On an average, each film has 4 - 5 songs which require performance. For me it’s an honour if I am approached to enhance and add extra value to the film. You accepted the song for Mahesh Babu or was there a different reason? Not just for Mahesh but I did the song for the entire team. The song was also very catchy.
Cover Shoot: Venky, Photriya Cover Story: Kalyani Rajasekar
Glamour or performance oriented roles? I am more interested in the quality of the roles. Though glamour works, it doesn’t last. Whatever I do, people must receive it well. Born and brought up in the US. Didn’t you have difficulty with the expressions and dialogues? I grew up there and my mother is a Punjabi and father a German. But I am very accustomed to the Indian culture. Adapting to this field definitely took some time and effort as combining expressions and body language, besides memorising dialogues can be quite a task. But my hard work and dedication are paying off. You are a trained Bharatanatyam dancer which is poles apart from movie dances. Is it an asset or a liability? The amazing thing about dancing is that it is something you do for your own catharsis as well as for others’ red | march 2012 | 52
enjoyment. Dance taught me to be disciplined. I am able to grasp many subtle movements easily, thanks to my earlier training in Bharatanatyam. Hello in Malayalam was a blockbuster. Why can’t you take up such films and continue working in various languages? My main focus has been Telugu as it is this industry that has discovered me. However, as an artiste I am always open to new opportunities in other languages. In spite of being immensely talented, why do you think you were behind the others? Acting is a performing art therefore I don't see it as a race. Some bloom sooner and some later. That doesn't mean they are any better or worse. My career certainly has been a rollercoaster ride. But whose journey hasn't been? We all must climb the mountain to reach the top. That doesn't happen overnight. Everyone’s journey is different. Why did you have to disappear from Tollywood all of a sudden? Post the success of Jalsa I had to return to the US due to a family emergency. I decided to take time off so that I could be there for my baby sister and mom. I chose my duty as a daughter and sister over my career. At home I took on various modelling assignments for international brands and magazines. On my return to India I even did the Lakme India Fashion week. I did what I ought to do. Future projects I would be seen in Balakrishna’s Srimannarayana directed by Ravi Chavali, Sairam Shankar’s film with Jithendra, and Jagapati Babu’s flick with Eswar.
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LIGHTER MOMENTS
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Parvati is traditional name not usually heard now. Who chose it for you? Names never go out of style and fashion. I feel having an unusual name is an advantage as it sparks interest and curiosity in people.
Dating - No time
What will we find in your handbag? I always carry around big bags filled with stuff. My blackberry, lip balm, notebook, hand sanitiser, perfume, a good book and a few sour candies. How do you manage to stay fit? I have always been a very active person. In addition to dancing and figure skating, I do yoga, work out regularly and make sure to eat right and drink plenty of fluids. I am a strict vegetarian and that makes me all the more fit. Who do you owe your skin tone to? I have inherited my mother’s ethnic looks and my father's colour. Good friends in the industry Vimala Raman is my close buddy. She has the most flamboyant personality. There is never a dull moment with her around. She keeps me laughing and on the edge of my seat all the time. We are constantly in touch and keep visiting each other regularly. She’s a wonderful actor too. Are you seeing someone? Nope! I am very much single and have no time to mingle. (Laughs)
Rumours - Learn to deal with them your own way
Love - Without love there is no life at all Family - My life! Casting couch - If it exists I am yet to see it Linkups with co-actors - You tell me... Lip locks - Let’s see
FAVOURITES Shopping Destination - San Francisco and New York City Cuisine - (Vegetarian) PIZZA! Vacation - Kenya and Maldives Music - Adele, Hip-hop, classical music, country, love it all Role - Tomb Raider Actors - Meryl Streep, NTR, Amitabh Bachchan, Johnny Depp, George Clooney, Angelina Jolie, Penelope Cruz, Scarlett Johansson and Sridevi Choreographer - Prabhudeva Sports - Hockey, figure skating on ice Car - Fast cars
First word that comes to your mind Pavan Kalyan - Silent Mahesh Babu - Charming Balakrishna - Energetic
Is fame a bad thing? Things aren't bad, people make things bad. Life is what you make of it.
Raja - 1st Costar
Best compliment you have ever received Once Sushmita Sen walked up to me in a party and told me that I'm very beautiful. I’ve always admired her, so it was an honour.
Trivikram - Jalsa
What feature / trait do you love the most in yourself? My compassion. Any dream roles? I would love to do an Angelina Jolie type action flick. Roles of Penelope Cruz in Vicky Christina Barcelona and Elizabeth Taylor in Cleopatra are pretty interesting.
Vishnu - Vuyyale Vuyyale
Welcome to red! How is it being on the cover page? Very exciting! I am truly honoured. Decode red red is mysterious! Opinion about Vizag I was here for the grand opening gala of red. Though I visited the city, didn’t tour around much. Hence, no comment. I love to come again, may be, for red’s next bash. Message to fans through red I would just want to say thank you, I love you and appreciate the support that you all give me. H
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MAHINDRA XUV 500
The turbo kicks in to compensate lag and the engine pulls through effortlessly. With the sweet turbo whistle, the engine can accelerate with ease and cruise at three-digit speed. The XUV’s lightweight body also boosts fuel economy; a healthy 15.1 kmpl makes it the most economical vehicle in this segment.
From the stable of M&M, the XUV 500 is a rare combination of unbelievable pricing, powerful diesel- drive train and advanced features. It is a quantum leap as far as Indian automobile manufacturing sector is concerned. The XUV 500 is an SUV that employs a car-like monocogue chassis that is both lighter and stronger. Under the hood The XUV is equipped with a 2.2-litre mHawk engine and a variable geometry turbocharger in league with its predecessor, the Scorpio. The diagonally placed 5th generation mHawk engine delivers more power and impressive torque - 140bhp and 33.33Nm respectively. Mahindra offers two versions - a front-wheel and all-wheel drive variant. The mHawk engine, infamous for the initial drive of the Scorpio is tweaked further for a strong mid-range power.
Ride and handling The XUV is a luxury saloon with MacPherson suspensions upfront and multi-linked independent suspension at the rear. The XUV has a lower centre of gravity and longer wheelbase that makes one feel secure. The 4-wheel drive variant detects wheel spin (enables traction control) and offers suitable torque for better grip. However, the XUV is no mean offroader and lacks low range transfer. Style and substance Unlike the odd tall boy design of the Scorpio, the stance of the car is bold, with muscular wheel arches and jaw like honeycomb grille that accentuates the look. The long wheelbase with a tapering roof makes it look dynamic and modern, much like the Mitsubishi Outlander. The distinct paw like door handles and roof rails, neatly taper down to an elegant pair of tail lamps and dual exhausts. The XUV is available in seven refreshing colours. On the inside The robust interiors are well textured and finished in signature elegance. Blending both the conventional and
modern styles, the interiors have concealed lounge lighting, cushy two-tone leather decor and a fully loaded navigation system. The three rows of seating can easily slide to make extra space. The steering wheel offers tilt and telescopic adjustments and encompasses a range of controls such as answering phone calls, toggling music or cruise control the car to ‘auto-pilot’ mode. Regular features like a/v parking sensors, air-conditioner vents for all three rows, Bluetooth connectivity and a 6-inch LCD touch-screen system with satellite navigation are available. The top-end version allows voice commands for the audio system and safety features such as six airbags (front, side and curtain). True value Mahindra takes a huge leap forward with its latest, the XUV500. Competitively priced, the two wheel drive W6 starts at Rs. 10.8 lakh and Rs. 11.9 lakh for top end model. The W8 four wheel-drive version begins at Rs 12.88 lakh. With an unbelievable pricing, advanced feature list and a ripping diesel engine, we can say that Mahindra Motors will rule the roost in the coming years.
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HYUNDAI SONATA Much like most of the recent Hyundai cars, the all new Sonata adopts a fluid design, featuring swoopy lined contour with head and tail lamps that stretch well onto the cars sides. The large chrome grille exudes elegance as well as a neat aggressive stance. This newer version embodies ample curves in comparison to its sleek predecessor and the result is an improved and better looking coupe. The 17-inch rims with beautifully trimmed arches will surely be the owner’s pride. The heavily sculpted interiors are packed with the finest equipment like well-ventilated leather seats, a six-CD changer, push-button keyless start and a fully adjustable automated driver’s seat. Hyundai employs all the major features of the Verna and additionally the Sonata boasts of six airbags, parking sensors on the rearview camera, ABS and ESP. The six-speed automatic gearbox with paddle-shifters is powered by a 2.4litre GDI petrol engine that produces 25.5kgm of torque at 4250rpm and a class-leading 198bhp at 6300rpm. Performance features - 2.4L I4 GDI DOHC Engine - 6-Speed Manual Transmission Safety features - Keyless entry/security alarm system - Dual front/side and side curtain airbags red | march 2012 | 57
- Front active head restraints - Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control System (TCS) Interior features - Cruise Control - Trip Computer - Telescoping Steering Wheel - Steering Wheel Audio Remote Control
Exterior features - Chrome Grille and hood garnish - Power Heated Mirrors - 16 inch wheels R
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ultiple loudspeakers are generally combined with sub-woofers, woofers, mid-range drivers and tweeters, each reproducing a part of the audio frequency to deliver an unlimited output. With each passing day, there is a new breed of acoustic devices that hits the market. Raja Ram lists such audio technology by Monitor Audio and powered sub-woofers by Definitive.G
Monitor Audio SoundFrame Monitor Audio SoundFrame speaker is a flat in-wall cabinet speaker that produces sound of impeccable quality. Crafted with precision-engineering and advanced speaker design, SoundFrame’s devices complement flat screen TVs and projection screens. The ultra innovative cabinet design is easy to install and creates a seamless wire-free look. The pivoting on the speaker module enables flexibility and delivers stereophonic sounds at any corner in the room.
F E A T U R E S Quick and easy installation with pre-fixed brackets Choice of luxury black or white lacquer frames or primed white for custom colours Bespoke grille cloth design option Two models: ‘centre' type and ‘front /surround’ type High frequency attenuation +- 3dB Perfect integration with all Monitor Audio loudspeaker ranges
Inputs From Mr. Sahani, Mobi Care
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Definitive Technology Definitive Technology’s Super Cube series is a dynamic range of subwoofers that are built with highpower, high-current amplifiers and electronic crossovers. That creates a unique arrangement which delivers harmonious sound and thunderous bass. The state-of-the-art bass machines allow a wide range of frequencies that go beyond the limits of the human ear audibility.
Being pegged as the most exciting and rarest of audio achievements, the high-impact low-frequency performance which extends up to 13Hz (SuperCube I) and 14 Hz (SuperCube II) are available at select stores across the country. The range includes Super Cube trinity, Super Cube reference and Super Cube 6000, 4000, 2000.
Celluon Magic Cube We list some of the interesting releases this month. Much awaited world over is the PS Vita and also discover cutting edge virtual technologies of the Celluon Magic Cube. The Magic Cube is a compact, ultra-portable, full-sized virtual computer keyboard. It is an innovative accessory that can operate in total darkness. It is compatible with Android 2.0/2.1/2.2, iPhone/iPad 4.0 or any device with Bluetooth HID support. The Celluon virtual keyboard uses a light projection of a full-sized computer keyboard on almost any surface and also produces real tapping sounds (for added effect). It is ideal for tablet PCs, space saving computers, sterile and medical environments and transport (air, rail or automotive).
PlayStation Vita Three years since the release of PSP, Sony’s latest hand-held gaming device the PS Vita has an upgraded graphic display that feels like a PS3 on the move. A second analog stick has been added onto the system, along with a 5-inch OLED touchscreen and a rear touch panel, front and rear facing camera and six-axis motion sensors. The Wi-Fi model costs Rs. 19,990 and the 3G+Wi-Fi costs Rs. 24,990. Some of the features of PS Vita include: Front and rear camera The front and rear cameras create an amazing amplified reality experiences in your game by transporting you and the surroundings into the game. 3G The new PS Vita 3G/Wi-Fi, allows real-time scores, game ranking news feeds and cross-game text messaging with third party. Six axis motion sensor The six motion sensor technology allows touch, tilt and steer on PS Vita. Discover the endless ways to manipulate your environment, characters, and game tools.
Touch-screen The multi touch display offers new ways to complete challenges and actions on a stunning 5" OLED screen Rear touch pad The rear multi-touch pad gives you greater hand control while freeing up the brilliance of the front OLED screen..
GPS Locate, connect and play with friends via GPS and social networking apps. G
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DASPALLA BADSHAH
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visit to Vizag is not considered complete without a stroll on the beach, trek to Kailashgiri and a meal in Hotel Daspalla. The hotel’s name is so inextricably entwined with that of the city that when it opened its 4-star facility in Hyderabad two years ago people were eager to find out if that was the actual offshoot of Visakha Daspalla.The shrewd brain behind this enduring edifice of hospitality is its Managing Director Mr. M. Raghavendra Rao. His
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'open-door' style of leadership is evident from the free access his staff and guests gain to his see-through glass cabin. The irrefutable professional triumph notwithstanding, he remains an unassuming man of few words. The initial conversation stumbles, blocked by Mr. Rao’s natural modesty. But once his passion the hotel - comes into focus, he is at his expressive best and V. Sarada captures his zeal. L
Hailing from an agricultural family from Krishna district, the then 17-year-old Rao chose hospitality as his life’s mission. Without glorifying the motive, Mr. Rao attributes it to his “lack of interest in academics.” He opened his first restaurant Navayuga in Tenali and later chose Guntur for his Geetha Café. Why did he gift Vizag with his cherished Daspalla? Mr. Rao quips, “Because it is the most happening
“We opened Daspalla in 1987 with 72 rooms, two restaurants and two conference halls. Now it houses 126 rooms, four restaurants and five conference halls. In all our city restaurants put together, we serve 2,000 guests per day and maintain 80 per cent occupancy rate in the hotel. However, we get our mega bucks from banqueting,” he explains. “While our target is the middle class, our emphasis is on fine facilities,
We ensure that our guests receive a uniquely Andhra warmth and welcome. Nearly 75% of feedback is applause. Of course, we have our share of a few brickbats too, which I take as eyeopeners that help us serve better.” To complement the mushrooming rivals, Mr. Rao frequently revitalises his restaurants. “We are savvy enough to know that global cuisine is the flavour of the day.” “Earlier, we used to have the customer eating out of our hands. Today’s customer is widely travelled, educated and demanding. Now he calls the shots while we take the orders,” he rejoins with an intended pun. Does he think that his hotel, where many dignitaries opt to stay, has changed Vizag from bleak to sleek? “Not solely. Any way it’s our privilege to be a part of the city’s progress.” Admitting that there is enough room for the existing hotels for now, Mr. Rao suggests that the region’s tourism had to be developed in a big way to accommodate more players. Mr. Rao finds no hurdle insurmountable, not even staff crunch as he enjoys the support of at least 200 loyalists.
Photo shoot by Dhana Vijay
What comes across loud and clear is that Mr. Rao can successfully tackle any aspect of the industry. But he is left a bit stumped when asked to list out his greatest achievements. “Guess the number of important people I've shaken hands with. Here every dawn breaks into a new beginning,” says he with a contented smile.
place.” Happening city or not, it certainly enticed him enough to make it his home. Soon followed a string ofhotels - Executive Court, Tycoon, Heritage (City) and Jaya International (Kakinada).
delectable food and warm friendship. Most of our business comes from either direct repeat or referral from our past guests. They often spread the word about their experience.
We ensure that our guests receive a uniquely Andhra warmth and welcome.”
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FAVOURITES
Your take on fading traditions We have to resort to food festivals on special occasions to conserve our traditional cuisines. Driving force Ambition. What should be the spirit, live to eat or eat to live? Eat for health. Does he live life kingsize? No, a simple life. Secret of his energy Nothing special except an hour-long walk per day.
Food - Homemade; mutton and country chicken curry and surprisingly bittergourd when it comes to vegetables
Best advantage of being in this sector Ultimate professional satisfaction.
Colours - White and red
Most memorable day The day (18th April, 1987) Daspalla Hotel was born. Any surprise in store? Let it be a surprise! (grins) Secret behind the phenomenal growth Value for the money we offer to the customer.
Car - Any sedan which gives trouble-free service Film - Old movies
RAVE REVIEWS
Asha Rani, Wife With all my three daughters happily settled I found myself at a loose end. It is at my husband’s behest I opened Kranti Personal favourite hospitalities which deals with the hotel laundry Daspalla Hotel and Season’s ice cream and curd culturing units. I am never involved in the hotel Do you cook? activities. But my chutney powders and I am a bad cook. So I leave that department to the boss of the house pickles adorn the Daspalla tables. I realised - my wife. But I keep experimenting that my husband’s undivided attention to his hotels leaves him little time for us and at my hotels’ kitchen, giving my understand that only such devotion can chefs some tips (chuckles). keep projects of this magnitude running.” Best compliment Dr. C.V. Rao, Former Principal, Innumerable and I am not blessed with a good memory. But I can recall Andhra Medical College Mr. Rao, is a self-effacing and trustworthy the proud feeling they gave me. man with high ethics. Equally appreciable Idea of leisure are his philanthropic contribution to various Playing with my grandchildren fields like education and culture. He is and spending time with my friends. genuinely concerned about the welfare of On pleasing your sulking partner his employees and their families. Overall, a great human being and enterprising There was no such occasion till businessman.” date. But even if it ever happens, I will stick to my principle ‘no bribing’ (breaks into full-throated laugh).
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Raja Uppalapati, Franchisee, Titan Showroom Mr. Rao personifies the word ‘commitment’! He offers excellent quality service at an affordable price to his customers; fair and attractive returns to his shareholders. To his family and friends, he is totally devoted and to his enemies: who are they? He may be an inspiration to many but is hard to emulate. I am privileged to travel with him in his life journey. L
Actor - ANR Actress - Savitri Holiday destination - Out of vacationing age
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MOMENTS LIGHTER
Ranita Ray records a few lighter moments...
Hotelier - 10 Employer - 8 Husband - 10 Grandfather - Surpass 10 Father - 10 Businessman - 9 Human being - 7
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ou loaf, laugh, loosen and lighten up here. It is the very space where you spent the best moments of your life with family and friends- your living room. Why not add a little style to it? The season promotes four shades - red, shocking pink, mauve, and grey. Ranita Ray suggests ways to pep up this place by splashing some pretty polychromes while interior designer Bina illustrates how to play with colours with an accent wall, cushions, rugs, artifacts and other accessories. D
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Curtains & Carpets
Cushions, Throw Pillows & Upholstery
For curtains take clues from the dĂŠcor of the room. For example, if the room is grey-red, curtains with grey-base and red floral or abstract prints would just be perfect. A plain colour in either of the shades can also accentuate the decoration. This red-white-grey combo room provides a soothing ambience. While red is dominating the look; the soft grey curtains reflect subtlety.
Splashing colour appears to be the theme of this room. No hue seems to be left untouched here. Even a dull grey room can be made vibrant using bright coloured cushions and throw pillows. Pump in some charm with versi coloured ones and give an elegant makeover. Don’t forget that upholstery of the sofas and couches too makes a perceptible difference to the room. Take special care in making them equally colourful and attractive.
For rugs, follow the contrasting colours. If the walls are dark; neutralise them with light shaded rugs and vice versa. Similarly, if you want to add colour to your space, spread a carpet of any dark shade.
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Accessories Use a large monochrome or parti-coloured vase to test a new shade in your room. If it suits, add some more in different shades, sizes and shapes. Make dull walls interesting by hanging a large piece of artwork like a painting or long stretched canvas. Like in this living space, pink hues are suffused with two pink paintings. Even those two small vases complement the dĂŠcor. Placing natural or artificial flowers is a simple way to splash colours. Even a tall indoor plant can enhance the space. A variegated serving tray or a multihued ottoman on the coffee table can add drama.
Lighting Lights can make your drab looking living space fun, fresh and funky too. Although the yellow illumination seems to be always in vogue, one can experiment with purple, but certainly not blue. If possible, try going for indirect or diffused lighting. Install lights on the false roof or walls. Take hints from this urbane living room where the lighting is in perfect harmony with the dĂŠcor. The indirect illumination is muffling the space, giving a subtle yellow glow. Alternatively, classy lampshades (in different hues as per colour preference), corner lights, accent or focus lights (to highlight paintings or posters) can also light up the space. If you have small niches on the walls, deck them up with artifacts and what else? Let there be light!
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Wall gets the major attention in any room. One of the easiest ways to infuse colour is to paint it the way you want. Go with the trend by painting or using colourful wallpapers only on one of the four walls.
Dark colour suits only huge rooms. If you have space constraint, then go only with light pastel shades to make it look spacious.
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Instead of uniform application of a single colour, a colourcombo always works better, like shocking pink-white, black-red or grey-mauve, etc. D
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rom wooing a sulking beloved to adding glamour or defining the luxury quotientdiamonds can simply do wonders. Little known to many of their admirers is the fact that diamonds also come in a variety of colours, apart from its popular transparent form (with no hue). These coloured stunners are uber expensive, yet quite coveted, thanks to their rarity and natural beauty. Ranita Ray is here with a rich collection of tinted allotropes of carbon that make your heart skip a beat. Of the four criteria (colour, clarity, cut and carats), colour emerges as the most important and has an interesting angle too. That tiny variation in colour can either push up or diminish the value of the stone. The darker the gem is higher the value. However, in case of white diamonds, a tinge of colour is considered as an imperfection. Now for the dazzling details. R
01 Pretty Pink: A majority of these pink diamonds comes from the Argyle mine. This colliery is always in demand because of its rich produce of light pink and deep raspberry shaded diamonds. White ones with a secondary pink colour too are found here and they cost a bomb when compared to the solid pink ones. However, diamonds from the other parts of the world are mildly tinted and less expensive.
02 Bold Blue: Remember that stunning pendant which Rose (Kate Winslet) flaunted in Titanic? From a lighter blue - as soft as the clear sky after rains, to darker ones as intense as the evening sky and even deeper shades like a sapphire, there’s a superfluity of colours. Akin to its counterparts, the blue ones also come at a stunning price. The large 45.52-carat deep blue diamond is the rarest creation of nature and is popularly known as ‘Hope Diamond.’ It is believed to be a product of Golconda region of our state.
03 Eternal Yellow: Let your trinket shine with bright yellow diamonds! The Argyle mine that produces pink diamonds also produces yellow ones that range from a pale yellow to a deep rich golden canary yellow. These hues can be achieved through a chemical process. A velvety black evening gown can be best paired with a platinum neckpiece studded with vibrant yellow diamonds.
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04 Gorgeous Green: Are you looking for an alternative for emerald to up your style quotient? Then here is your chance. Only a few mines in the world produce these exclusive beauties. Pure ones are pretty unusual and barely one new straight intense (vivid) green diamond comes to the market once a year. Usually most of the green diamonds have a yellowish hue. They are also found in light, very light, fancy, fancy light, fancy bluish, fancy dark grayish and fancy yellowish green hues.
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05 Ravishing Red: Even our history stands testimony to how the alluring charm of the Koh-i-noor persuaded many Kings to wage wars just to possess the red diamond. Only master diamantaires can handle these exquisite stones. They are always in demand despite their skyrocketing prices. These gemstones are also found in combinations of brown-red, pink-red and purple-red.
06 Beautiful Black: Adorn your neck with a swanky necklace gilded with chunky black diamonds that render a dramatic and chic look. These gemstones have a polycrystalline structure that absorbs light. That is why; most of the black diamonds are not radiant but they surely are stylish. These are relatively cheaper. They can definitely add elegance when paired with white or any other complementing coloured diamonds.
07 Ornate Orange: Get an ocher glow with the exotic orange diamonds. Their rarity not only makes them expensive but also highly desirable. According to statistics, only 1 out of 66 of the largest 100 diamonds is orange. These too primarily come from the Argyle mines in Australia and South Africa. Generally they come in seven graduating shades but fancy vivid and fancy deep are the most desired hues among all.
08 Plush Purple: Another shade of diamonds that is equally unique, expensive and royal is purple. With no other secondary hue, it is truly exotic and an eye candy for jewellers. Majority of these stones come from rough diamond mines in Brazil and Argyle. They come in wide colour variations and when tinged with fancy pink or blue, they look all the more spectacular. R red | march 2012 | 73
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FASHION ASHION IS NOT JUST A AS AB ABOUT BOU OUT T JJI JIMMY MM MM CHOO, HOO, O DIOR OR APING O, G A CELEB. S AL A L AB A O YOU! TO O BE A IT’S ALL ABOUT ASHION ST AS STA T S ALL YOU U NEED IS FASHION STAR, REA EAT EA ATIVITY T T TY MENT T, CREATIVITY TO EXPERIMENT ONFIDENC TO CARRY R THE NEW RY E EW CONFIDENCE OOK AN A D IINDIVIDUALITY T TO TY T BE TH LOOK AND THE TRENDSETTER. RENDSET ETT ET TT TIME TO O TURN A F FA ASHION AS NIST STA ST TA WITH H CA C ARA AR RA. FASHIONISTA CARA. Fashion is not just about Jimmy Choo, Dior Dior or or fashion aping a celeb. It’s all about you! To be a fashion ment, star, all you need is creativity to experiment, viduality confidence to carry the new look and individuality ionista to be the trendsetter. Time to turn a fashionista with Cara. pice up your look in a sexy party wear. Shy not! Slip into any of these two attires to look stunningly Hot!
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FASHION IS NOT JUST ABOUT JIMMY HOO HO O,, D O IO OR APING IO PIN PI NG A C NG LEB LE B.. B CHOO, DIOR CELEB. S AL A L AB A U! TO T BE A IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU! SHION S Y U NE D IS FASHION STAR, ALL YO YOU NEED REA EAT EA ATIVITY T TO EXPERIMENT TY ERIMENT T, CREATIVITY ONFIDEN TO CARRY A RY AR R TH E NEW E EW CONFIDENCE THE H OOK AN A D INDIVIDUALITY LITY T TO TY T BE THE LOOK AND RENDSET ETT ET T ER. TIME E TO T T TUR NA TRENDSETTER. TURN ASH AS HIONIS O ST STA TA WITH CA C ARA AR RA A. FASHIONISTA CARA.
ROMP OMP CITY CIT C IT R igh waist pants are big-time hit this season. Sport the look with a tucked-in shirt for a formal outing or a top for a casual eve. Slim or plump, it suits all!
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recent health survey stated that India is the world’s diabetes capital. This high incidence is mainly because of factors like stress, sedentary lifestyle, obesity and lack of physical activity. Diabetes Mellitus, an insulin disorder, doesn’t spare any gender or age. What many of us don’t know is that diabetes can be prevented! Kalyani Rajashekar talks to Dr. K A V Subramanyam, Vizag’s leading endocrinologist, and throws light on this malady and ways to control it. How prevalent is diabetes in our city? If India is the world’s diabetes capital, Vizag is our state’s capital, recording the maximum number of cases. Way back in 2001, every week, 50 people used to come up with diabetes. But now, I attend to almost 500 people a week. More worrisome is that majority of my patients are aged between 20 and 30.
What are the factors contributing to it? Having carbonated drinks and junk food are today’s fads. Children are fed burgers, sandwiches, cakes and other stuff that makes them obese. Lack of physical activity and a sedentary lifestyle aggravate the problem.
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What about the complications? Diabetes is known as a silent killer because you can never recognise the symptoms. Frequent urination, thirst, sweating and hunger pangs are quite common for everybody. It is tough to detect the disease and the complications are innumerable. It can affect the eyes, liver, kidneys, heart and the brain. People with high blood sugar levels are prone to heart attacks and brain strokes. The eyes can be affected by glaucoma. Importantly, diabetic people must stay away from physical injuries. Wounds can worsen diabetes.
How do we prevent or control diabetes? Good eating habits and regular exercise are the only saviours. Using a small plate and serving tiny portions of food will help you eat less. Stop eating leftover food. Remember your tummy isn’t a trash can. Eat what is available to you and what you are accustomed to. Taking your age, weight, height, gender, physical activity and lifestyle into consideration, you must plan your meals. Just because some diet worked for another person, don’t assume it would work for you too. Stay away from alcohol and smoking. They only upset your body metabolism. Alcohol especially can cause an imbalance in your insulin levels.
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ealthy hair is a matter of pride. Hair loss, dandruff and grey hair can be really embarrassing and may cause huge drop in your confidence levels. People with a weak scalp and hair would want miracle treatments that keep their hair healthy and clean. Such miracle cures do exist and here’s a compilation of such economical, fast and permanent ways to flaunt healthy locks. They work extremely well, provided you follow them religiously!
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Harsh chemicals can cause inflammation and make your hair weak. Always use gentle shampoos and conditioners that keep your scalp soft.
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Limit your caffeine intake. If you are a coffee addict, there would be a deficiency of vitamins and that in turn makes your hair lifeless. Drinking and smoking too can have drastic effects on your hair. Alcohol especially reduces the levels of folic acid, zinc and vitamins B and C. Your scalp becomes bald within no time. High stress levels are the major culprits behind hairloss and hair greying. Practise meditation to relieve yourself from anxiety and pressure. Regular yoga or aerobics can help you beat stress. Always keep your hair short. Long hair usually pressurises the scalp and leads to hair loss. Shorter hair is light and easier to clean. Women who braid their hair tightly tend to lose many strands in just one round of brushing. Keep your braid lightly loose and allow it to relax. Never wash your hair with very hot or cold water. Finally, visit your trichologist regularly and keep a tab on the health of your hair. Neglecting problems can only worsen the situation.
Conditioners for glossy hair Egg
Massaging egg white (without the yolk) can work wonders on your hair. Since egg is a good source of protein, it keeps the follicles healthy.
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A mix of Aloe-Vera and coconut milk can make hair look supple. Apply the mix evenly on the scalp and massage slowly.
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Beer acts as a very good conditioner for your hair. Apply it for 15 minutes and wash it off.
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Take some milk (preferably cold). Apply it with a brush and comb it gently. Wait for 30 minutes and lightly wash your hair. Do not use any conditioner.
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Mix a little vinegar in warm water and rinse your hair with this solution.
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Soak two teaspoons of fenugreek seeds in water overnight. Grind the seeds and apply the paste to your hair like shampoo. Wash it off after 10 mins.
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Take coconut, curry leaves and egg white, grind them with water and filter. Apply this liquid to your scalp. Leave it for half an hour and wash it with herbal shampoo.
HOLISTIC FEAST UGADI PACHCHADI Eating Ugadi Pachchadi is one tradition that every Telugu family follows and this dish symbolises the life and its nuance variation. This low calorie recipe acts as a prophylactic and cleanses the digestive system.
Ingredients Neem flowers - 2 tsp Ripe banana (cut) - 1cup Raw mango (finely chopped) - 1 cup Coconut (finely chopped) - 1 cup Tamarind paste - 2 tsp Jaggery (crushed) - 4 tsp Red chilli powder - ½ tsp Salt to taste
Method Mix all the ingredients in a bowl. Don’t mash the neem flowers because they might make the pachadi very bitter. Tamarind paste forms the base in which the rest of the ingredients are added. If you prefer it to be thin, you can add a little water. You can also add tiny pieces of sugarcane. But ensure that all the six flavours (shadruchulu) go into the making of Ugadi pachchadi.
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The festival of colours, Holi, is here! Every festival has its own unique spread and Holi is no exception. Here we take a look into the Marwari kitchen to check out what’s cooking. Kalyani Rajashekar talks to the city’s Marwari culinary expert Usha Dalmia who says that one needn’t be a master chef but must have adequate zeal to make the festival quite memorable with tantalising food.
MOONG DAL HALWA
Ingredients Moong dal (split yellow gram) - 250 gms Pure ghee - 200 to 250 gms Sugar - 200gms Rawa (Suji) - 1 tsp Almond paste -1 tsp Milk - 1 cup Few saffron strands Dry fruits and cardamom
Method Wash moong dal and soak it for 3 - 4 hrs. Drain and grind it to a coarse paste without adding water. Meanwhile, heat ghee in a pan and add suji and moong paste to it. Fry on slow fire till it turns brown. Pour milk along with saffron and add sugar. Stir it well till it becomes thick. Garnish with dry fruits and cardamom.
DAL PURI Ingredients Wheat flour - 2 cups Moong dal - ¾ cups Green chillies - 2 Ginger - one inch piece Garam masala - ½ tsp Coriander powder -1 tsp
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For stuffing: Wash the moong dal and soak it for 2 hours. Parboil the dal. Grind the dal along with green chillies and ginger. Pour oil into a pan and add hing, jeera, dal paste, coriander powder, garam masala and salt. Mix well and allow it to cool for sometime.
Cumin seed (Jeera) - ½ tsp Oil or ghee for frying Salt to taste
Make dough with wheat flour adding salt and water. Dough should be soft enough to hold the stuffing. Fill the small balls rolled out of the dough and seal them. Roll them flat. Roast them on chapati tawa with oil or ghee like any stuffed paratha. You can also deep fry them as stuffed puris. red | march 2012 | 84
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Ingredients Almonds - ½ cup Milk - 1 ½ cups Sugar - 4 tsp Black pepper - 1 tsp Poppy seeds (Khuskhus) - 1 tsp Melon seeds (Peeled) - 1 tsp Cardamom - 4 pieces Few strands of saffron (Kesar) Water - 2 cups
Method Soak saffron strands in milk. Add sugar and mix well. Soak almonds for 6 hours, peel the skin and make a smooth paste in a blender by adding water. Grind black pepper, poppy seeds, melon seeds and cardamom in ½ cup of water. Strain the mix through a strainer or cheesecloth. Add the almond paste and sieved mix to the saffron milk, adding adequate water. Refrigerate it and serve it with ice cubes. C
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he can quench a thirsty traveller’s wanderlust; also soothe a weary soul, offering a glimpse of paradise on earth. Her snowcapped mountains, fruit laden gardens, full bloom precincts, murmuring waterfalls, divine lakes, green carpeted meadows make you believe that she is indeed the masterpiece handcrafted by the Creator. While the mercury is on the rise in rest of India, Kashmir, this land of unchallenged beauty can still give you the feel of winter. Be guided by Ishi, your tour-angel to this heaven. Canals, houseboats & Mughal gardens, photography, sightseeing, shikara ride are only a few of many attractions this distinguished land has to offer to sightseers. R
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WORTH A TOUR SRINAGAR Situated on the bank of river Jhelum, the capital of both J & K, is the main commercial town. The manmade wonders like the Mughal Gardens, golf course and world class hotels only further embellish the land, naturally bestowed with lakes, springs and hills. The city also offers a plethora of activities like trekking, angling, water and indoor sports. If you are a keen lover of archaeology, then the Neolithic age (Burzhama site) & Budhist era ruins (Harwan) are worth a visit. The spiritual souls can seek solace in the famous Shankaracharya
temple atop the Takht-e-Suleiman hill, or the shrines of Makhdoorn Sahib, Jama Masjid and Immam Baba Zadibal or Gurudwara Chatti Padshahi, All Saints and Holy Family Church. Named as Srinagar’s jewel by Lonely Planet, Dal Lake can’t be missed out. Get cozy in those amazing wooden houseboats or even sneak a peek at the uniqueness of this region in a laidback manner. Want to capture Dal at its best, then pick your camera up, hire a shikara (taxi-boat) and explore the beauty with the reflection of the foggy Pir Panjal mountain crests on its water. You can also enjoy the floating gardens while shopping on floating flower and vegetable market.
Kashmir also houses some of the famous valleys: Lolab, Gulmarg, Yusmarg, Lidder, Sindh, Bangus, Sonmarg, Gurez etc. LOLAB If you are a privacy seeker then embark on a three-hour drive through the famous Sopore apple orchards via Kupwara district and go on an inward journey. This is one of the places that portrays the rural Kashmir. With every season Lolab dons a new look, green with paddy fields in summer and golden during autumn.
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YUSMARG Situated at a distance of 47 km. from Srinagar, Yusmarg is an ideal picnic spot. Snowy mountains, grassy slopes decorated with wildflowers, flourishing pine forests, the mild white foams created by the chatty flow of river Dudh Ganga give a unique identity to this valley. Nilnag lake, peaks of Tatta Kutti and Sang Safed are some nearby attractive spots. Even, Charari- Sharief, the Shrine of Kashmir’s patron saint Sheikh Noorud-din is close by. GULMARG Gulmarg, the 'Meadow of Flowers' is a majestic valley situated 56 km. away from Srinagar. In 1927, the British founded the first Ski club here. Since then it has been attracting tourists all around the globe. Stroll leisurely to one of the world's highest Golf Courses. The spectacular view of towering snowcapped peaks covered with tall conifers and gigantic pine trees can be savoured while on a Gandola (Cable Car) ride. PAHALGAM Known as "Valley of Shepherds", Pahalgam, is located at the uniting point of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder river. Today it is popular as Kashmir's premier resort, thanks to its natural cool climate even at the peak of summer. It also offers many stunning places for sightseeing. Pony rides are more enjoyable than walking here. The famous Amarnathji Yatra also commences from both the routes of Pahalgam and Baltal.
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AQUATIC MARVELS Kashmiri sparkling water bodies are equally mesmerising. KOKERNAG 70 km. away from the capital city, is the Kokernag which is the largest of all the springs of Kashmir. It is famous for its medicinal and digestive components and thus also called Papashudannag or the sin-cleansing serpent (its flow looks like a snake). AHARBAL FALLS Surrounded by splendid scenic view Aharbal waterfall is really a treat to the eyes of its onlookers. VERINAG The spring of Verinag is believed to be the main source of river Jhelum. Located 80 km from Srinagar, it can be approached from the NH at lower Munda. Witness the fine Mughal crafting in the construction of the octagonal base of the spring and the arcade around it done in that era. HAPPENINGS Appreciate nature at its best on a horse or pony ride. You can hire them from the tourist office. Go golfing at Pahalgam Golf course with 18 golf-holes. Lidder River has excellent fishing beats for brown trout. The fishing season starts from April and extends till September. Permits are issued on a first-come-first-served basis at the Directorate of Fisheries, Tourist Reception Centre, Srinagar. Equipment can be rented in the capital city. Live baits and spinning are prohibited.
Trekking at Pahalgam-ChandanwariSheshnag-Panchtarni-Amarnath Cave Temple-Sonamarg are the most thrilling ones. All necessary equipment are available on rent with the Tourism department. Skiing season at Gulmarg usually continues from 15 Dec to 15 April. It offers all kind of slops, for experts to amateur skiers. One can hire all ski-equipment; boots, sticks, gloves and goggles etc. from the government-run ski shop. Trained instructors are also available. Don’t miss the Heli-Skiing. Gulmarg was first in India to get it in 1980. Try other exciting activities like Tobogganingsliding downhill on a flat wooden board from a hilltop, sledge ride and snowboarding. Enjoy one-of-its-kind experience of making snowman and holding campfires around it. Music and feasting need no special mention. SATIATE YOUR TASTE BUDS The region has its own unique cuisine, famous for its signature taste and rich flavours. A regular Kashmiri diet consists of mutton, chicken, fish and also vegetables. Don’t miss out on Wazawan, a wedding feast, containing 36 courses served at most of the restaurants. Generally non-vegetarian dishes dominate Wazawan.
MUST TRY DELICACIES Dum Aloo - Roasted potatoes in curd-based gravy Chaman - Fried paneer in a thick sauce Kahva - Green tea Rista (Meat Balls) - Made of mutton minced balls in a gravy Tabak Maz - Flat pieces of meat crisply fried Roganjosh - Mutton cooked with generous use of Kashmiri chilies Yakhni - Curd-based dish with delicate flavours
a range of delicately carved walnut wood furniture and accessories, stone jewellery boxes, beautiful woolen or Pashmina shawls, Phirans, silk saris, Kashmiri kadhai (embroidery) clothes, crewel embroidery on furnishing material and many such products exhibiting the fine craftsmanship. Best time to visit March-May is the spring time (with intermittent drizzles) when millions of flowers blossom. The Tulip festival is held annually in the month of April. For package and customised tours contact Cox & Kings. R
Gushtaba - Large minced mutton balls
SHOPPING If you are shopaholic, there cannot be a better place for you. The markets here suit any size of pocket. Almost all the major places hold varied display of handicrafts in street side shops. Basically the local dealers offer reasonable price, based on the level of skills, labour and material invested in products. Hence there is no need to expend your bargaining expertise. Among all the memorabilia, the Kashmiri woolen and silk carpets with their Persian designs are certainly lifetime investments. Other attractions are the papier-mâchÊ items ranging from ornament boxes to mirror frames,
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oung couples have found the right time to express their love for each other. They had a gala time on Valentine’s Day chilling out at all the happening places in the most happening city. Hotels, pubs and malls turned out to be their rendezvous points, which flaunted heart-shaped balloons. Adding spirit to the romantic ambience, DJs played the choicest romantic numbers.
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peal of wedding bells reverberated the Imperial Gardens, Sikh Village, Secunderabad, the venue of the holy matrimony of Minister Dharmana Prasada Rao’s son Dharmana Ram Manohar Naidu with Madhuri, daughter of A Damodara Rao, a Realtor from Kukatpally on 11th February, 2012. Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy led a host of political leaders and top brass from various walks of life. Those blessed the couple included Governor ESL Narasimhan, Congress leader Chiranjeevi, Minister Botsa Satyanarayana, Cabinet ministers, Union Minister Jaipal Reddy, MP T Subbarami Reddy, Opposition leader Chandrababu Naidu, Speaker Manohar, DGP Dinesh Reddy and others.
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MESHAM Though the first half of the year looks quite uncertain, the second half is certainly promising, bringing hope. Career - Be it politics, cinema or business, everything might be topsy-turvy.
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Hindu astrological almanac or the Panchangam is unveiled on the day of Ugadi and the onus of reading the content falls on the shoulders of the family priest. Of course, it is also done in the temples and community halls for the benefit of general public. But much in advance, here’s the Nandana Nama Samvatsara Panchangam we have compiled for you. Hope the year brings you prosperity and good health.
Health - Minor skin ailments and cardiac problems, if neglected, can ruin your health. Changes in lifestyle and eating habits might help. Wealth - Moneywise you would be stable but try and avoid overspending or investing in useless ventures. Love - Starting a new relationship and tying the knot is on the cards for many singles.
VRISHABHAM As 2012 is going to be a mixed year, get ready to experience confusion of sorts. Career - If you are unemployed, you can land a plum offer but politics and egoistic mentalities at the work place will make you jobless again. Health - Pay more attention to your parents’ health. Wealth - Income will steadily increase and you are likely to act wise and save money rather than turning into a spendthrift. Love - Be careful with imminent relationship in the second half of the year. A hitherto fine bond too will turn bitter and give you a heartbreak.
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A rollercoaster ride, professionally and personally. Career - Chances of a promotion and a foreign travel are very high during July. Health - Ailments of the liver, kidney and digestive tract might crop up suddenly. Get treated immediately without neglecting them. Wealth - You will see unexpected financial gains. Such profits can twirl your confidence to over-confidence and that is enough to doom you. Love - Never take your partner for granted. red | march 2012 | 99
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A year full of surprises, challenges, troubles, travels and some romance.
A very beneficial year in terms of income, health and wealth.
A year of personal and professional satisfaction.
Career - Make best use of the offers that come your way. April and July are the best months to ask for a raise or a promotion.
Career - You finally get to work on what you love the most. Make use of all the opportunities that come your way.
Career - You may change your line of work for the better and that will surely bring recognition.
Health - You are highly vulnerable to cardiac problems. Stay away from junk food.
Health - A minor surgery might take place in October. But now, enjoy the benefits of good health.
Health - Road mishaps might leave you injured badly and you might even stick to the bed for quite a long time.
Wealth - Say no to risky investments. Stick to saving your money.
Wealth - A rise of your income and fall in your expenditure. Well balanced finances give you great satisfaction.
Wealth - This is a truly prosperous period and you will be financially secure. But try not to invest in real estate as it might bring losses. Love - Short flings and passionate affairs can prove costly and harm your stable love life. Commitment is the need of the hour.
SIMHAM A fruitful year that makes your love life bliss. Career - If you are frustrated being an employee, it’s time to become an employer. The first six months of the year are excellent to start your own business. Health - Your high energy levels will keep you going. Except for seasonal cold and fever there isn’t anything worth worrying. Wealth - Rental income will add to your kitty and that makes your wallet quite heavy. The best time to invest in real estate. Love - Open declarations of love can put you in trouble. Matters of the heart must be carefully dealt, without involving your family members.
Love - Cupid is all set to strike you during the first quarter of the year. However, ego clashes can bring troubles.
Love - Your feelings towards the highly educated and dominating people might pay off. Though getting committed looks like a distant dream, you will flirt a lot.
VRISCHIKAM KUMBHAM Personal challenges will keep you busy throughout the year. Career - Though the first half of the year doesn’t reward you, get ready for bonuses, perks and allowances in the second half. Health - Exercise your body regularly to stay away from illnesses. Wealth - You just cannot save money in 2012. Money will come and go even before you start paying attention to it. Love - A friendly relationship will turn stronger this year and lead to a big fat wedding.
You can bid goodbye to all your old problems and settle down happily. Career - Job pressure will drain your energy and leave you lifeless. But you would get your due recognition. Health - Be a little cautious about eating out. Digestive problems can hamper your work. Wealth - Your income and hard work are directly proportional. A good time to invest in real estate. Love - Interference of your in-laws in your relationship will lead to disputes. Maintain your cool in all tough situations.
DHANUSH MEENAM
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High expenses, legal troubles, health problems and an increased income are the highlights of 2012.
Having a flexible attitude and easy going nature is the need of the hour.
Career - An unexpected increase in your salary will make things better.
Career - Avoid ego-tussles at the work place and maintain a friendly rapport with seniors even though you don’t like them.
Health - You might suffer from pancreatic problems and minor skin ailments. But they can be taken care of by taking a balanced diet and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
2012 is not a happy year. Major plans might fail and you can get stuck in financial doldrums. Career - Your hard work goes unnoticed and people might become hurdles to your professional growth. Take the help of seniors if you face such problems.
Health - Neurological problems seem to give you a tough time in 2012. Be prepared for a lot of medical emergencies.
Wealth - Investments might add to your income and savings too will increase.
Health - Minor ailments catch you unawares. However, you can lower their intensity if you stay away from smoking and drinking.
Wealth - Though your income remains steady, expenditure will increase in the months of March and April.
Love - If you can fight your jealous and possessive nature, you can lead a happy love life.
Wealth - An unsteady income makes you a miser. But it is better to save your money rather than just blowing it off.
Love - Extramarital affairs are on the cards but behaving wisely will fish you out of such tricky issues. Short term flings might ruin your reputation too.
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Ananthagiri Fast gaining repute as a health resort, Ananthagiri, situated on the way to Araku, is a prominent tourist spot. The Tadimada Waterfalls adds to the beauty of the place abound with streaming rivulets and coffee plantation. Araku Valley The Araku Valley, aptly called ‘Ooty of Andhra Pradesh’, rich with verdant landscape, waterfalls, streams, botanical gardens, coffee plantation and tribal culture is worth the 112 km drive from Vizag.
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Balighattam Nearly 3 km south west of Narsipatnam and on the banks of Varaha river is a place called Balighattam housing the Brahma Lingeswara Temple.
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Bavikonda Bavikonda has 3rd century BC remains of an entire Buddhist complex, with 26 structures and is just 15 km. away from the city. A bone, a part of the mortal remains of the Buddha, preserved in a pot was recovered from this area.
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Bheemunipatnam Beach In this oldest municipality in the country is a well equipped round bungalow which was Vizianagaram Raja’s resort, offering a grand sea view. The calm and serene beach, where the Gosthani River meets the Bay of Bengal, is safe for swimming.
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Etikoppaka Etikoppaka is an artisans’ village housing artisans eking out a livelihood making world famous colourful wooden toys and artifacts. They have been the custodians of the 200-year-old tradition, creating a wide range of exquisite art pieces using primitive tools.
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Indira Gandhi Zoological Park Spread over 425 acres of land, the park is a host for over 400 varieties of animals including Indian tiger, deer and elephant. A mini train facilitates a trip through the park. It also has a collection of animals from Africa and Australia.
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Kailasgiri Hills Take a road trip or ropeway to the top of Kailasagiri, a must-do resort with its Shiva Parvathi Statue, Shanku Chakra Naama, Jungle Trails, 7 wonders of Vizag, Shiva Temple, Shanti Ashram, Floral Clock, Landscape Gardens, View Points, Food Courts and the toy train.
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Kali Temple The Kali Temple located on RK Beach road is a modern architectural edifice. Next to it is the unique Siva Temple with its 'rasalinga', made of 10 kg single stone.
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Kambala Konda Kambalakonda Reserve Forest, spread over 7,146 hectares, the home for rare species of flora and fauna is a great lure for eco-tourists. Visitors can trek over a stretch of 4.5 km or boat in the reservoir. The park is located in a place called Degalagedda.
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Kapila Konda (Appikonda) Siva temple located in Appikonda, just 18 km away from the city, houses the Somalingeswara Swamy Temple and contains inscriptions dating back to 12th century AD. The huge bull, carved in black stone, is the major attraction.
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Keertana Vanam Beach Resort Keertana Vanam, with its rustic ambience, manicured gardens and coconut grooves is a Beach Resort. It is a prominent picnic spot on the Visakhapatnam Bheemunipatnam Beach Road. Spread over 13 acres of land, the resort has a restaurant and amphitheatre.
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Bojjanna Konda - Sankaram Bojjannakonda is situated in Sankaram, 8 km away from Anakapalli. A number of stupas, rock-cut caves, coins dating back to Satavahana era and scriptures written in Bramha Lipi were found here.
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Borra Caves Situated 1400 m above sea level and just 29 km away from the city, these caves display rare rock formations dating back to millions of years and worth the ascent and descent of hundreds of steps.
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Dolphin Nose The Dolphin Nose, a huge rock headland is named so because of its shape. It juts into the sea and hosts the lighthouse. Since it is located on the 174 m high rock, the powerful beacon of the lighthouse can direct ships even 65 km. away on the sea.
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Konda Karla Ava lake Konda Karla-Ava lake, known for its beauty, 10 km away from Anakapalli, an Eco Tourism Destination, is a bird-watchers haven with luring migratory birds from all over the world. A ride in the canoes is an experience in itself.
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Dutch Cemetery Out of the pages of history and shrouded in mystery is the Dutch Cemetery with its 52 tombs in Bheemunipatnam. The well-preserved tombs display inscriptions in Dutch language that are beautifully ornamented.
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Kurupam Monument The Taj Mahal of Visakhapatnam, the Kurupam Monument was constructed by Raja Vairicharla Veerbhadra Raja Bahadur in memory of his wife Princess Lakshmi Narasaiyyamma. It is known for its architectural splendour and beautiful engravings.
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Erramatti Dibbalu Vizag’s very own natural wonder standing 28 km away from the city are the Erra Matti Dibbalu. These natural ravines are spread extensively in various formations.
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Matsyadarshini Aquarium Matsyadarshini, an aquarium on RK Beach, has many rare varieties of fish besides uncommon marine invertebrates.
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Matsyagundam Matsyagundam is a beautiful pool with fish of many
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Mudasarlova Park Nestling amidst hills and palm trees and just 5 km away from the city is the Mudasarilova water tank and attached to it is the park full of trees, flowering plants and picnic spots. An added attraction is the picturesque Golf Club.
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Mutyalampadu Beach The small hill by name Syamala Konda, on the Bheemili road is attractive with a stream debouching into the sea.
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Paderu Paderu situated about 110 km from the city, is a picturesque valley at an altitude of over 900 m above the sea level and is inhabited by tribals and surrounded by good number of hill streams.
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Pavuralakonda Pavuralakonda is a hillock near Bheemunipatnam. It offers a beautiful view of the coastline. Excavations brought out Buddhist artifacts and objects, foundations of viharas, circular chaityagrihas, stupas and halls. Rama Krishna Beach The Rama Krishna Beach (RK Beach), synonymous with the city, is the major rallying and picnic point for Vizagites. You can take an exciting walk along the beach if you don’t mind the jostling crowds, swarming hawkers and excited children. Rushikonda Beach Rushikonda, fringing the golden sands and vast stretch of water, is an ideal destination for water sports enthusiasts, providing skiing, sunbathing, wind surfing and swimming facilities. A lodge, cottages, and a restaurant offer amenities. The 14th century Sri Sapta Rusheswara temple is an added attraction. Simhachalam The 11th century Simhachalam temple, located on the hilltop, at a height of 244 m, draws millions of devotees from all over the world, especially during the Chandanotsavam. The trek or even a ride up to the hill is an exhilarating experience for both body and spirit.
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Sivaji Park Spread over an area of 3 acres in the heart of the city, Sivaji Park has many attractions like skating rink, amphitheater and food courts and is an ideal picnic spot.
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Kanakamahalakshmi Temple The temple of the presiding deity of Vizag, Goddess Sri Kanakamalalakshmi, is located smack in the centre of the city. The uniqueness of the temple is that devotees can directly worship the deity at the sanctum sanctorum.
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Submarine Museum INS Kurusura, the submarine turned into a museum is the very first in Asia and second in the world and is anchored on RK Beach. This Russian built submarine
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Thotla Konda The Thotlakonda Buddhist complex on a hillock 128 m above the sea and 15 km away from the city on the Bheemili Beach Road, houses 300-200 BC ruins of Hinayana sect.
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Three Hills Displaying the secularism at its best are the three hills. From Sri Venkateswara Konda one can view the port channel. The Mount Ross Hill is the central one. The north hillock has a mosque and the mausoleum of the Muslim saint, Baba Ishaq Madina and known as Darga Konda.
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Tyda Nature Camp Tyda is a small tribal village nestled in the Eastern Ghats, 75 km away from the city on the Araku Road. Jungle Bells, the nature camp, facilitates rock climbing, trekking and bow and arrow target shooting. The log huts and tents are set in tribal environment to encourage eco-tourism.
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Visakha Museum Set up on the RK Beach Road, the museum displays the many artifacts and curios. The unexploded 250 lb bomb that was dropped during the World War II and the desk used by Mahatma Gandhi during his visit to the city are preserved here.
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VUDA Park VUDA Park or Taraka Rama Park is a weekend spot for family picnics with a green playfield, artificial caves, beautiful lawns, flower gardens, children's park, boating and swimming facilities and skating rink. Music concerts are held at the Vaisakhi Open Air Auditorium.
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War Memorial Victory at sea is dedicated to the war martyrs and located on the beach road.
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Yarada Beach The Yarada Beach offers a picturesque landscape with its exotic blend of golden sands and lush green stretch of hills.
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Camera Stores Goldie - Camera World #G-6, Medicherla Towers, Opp. Fortune Inn, Nr. Diamond Park, Vizag - 16 T: 0891 2559992, 9393119992 E: info@goldie.co.in www.goldie.co.in Confectioneries Bagels Bay Bakers #10-1-41, CBM Compound Opp. Municipal Commissioner Bungalow, Vizag - 530 003 T: 0891 6634466 Bakers Castle Prasanna Foods: Siripuram Towers, Opp. HSBC, Next to Lee & Arrow, Siripuram, Visakhapatnam - 2 T: 0891 2578889, 9000008889, 0891 6690989 Coffee Vending SSR Enterprises Authorised Franchisee for : Café Desire #47-7-22/7, Shop No. 108, Yerramsetty Plaza, 4th lane, Dwarakanagar, Vizag - 16 T: 0891-2740837, 9440330837, E: ssrsuri@yahoo.co.in www.ssrenterprises.com Cosmetology & Skin Care Touch - The Aesthetic Magic #47-10-17, 3rd Floor, Varanasi Majestic, Opp. Axis Bank, 2nd lane, Dwarakanagar, Vizag - 530 016, T: 0891 6628999 M: 8143312999, 800 4208999, www.touchskinclinic.com Sarojini Devi Skin Hospital Waltair Main Road, Nr. Apollo/Seven Hills Hospital, Visakhapatnam530002 T: 0891-2538585, 2738585, 9246638585, 9440178585, E: dryaramati@sdskinhospital.com www.sdskinhospital.com Cartridges Race Filling Point (Recycling of Cartridges) (HP, Canon, Samsung, all types) #12-428, Prakasarao Peta, MR Post, Waltair Main Road, Vizag - 530 002 T: 9030022580, 6646115, E: wmroad.vizag@catridgeworld.in Dental Clinic Sri Laasya - Dental Clinic #47-15-11, Aarif shopie, 2nd Floor, Beside Canara Bank, Station Road, Dwarakanagar, Vizag T: 0891-2572121 E: sldcvizag@gmail.com, www.srilaasyadental.com O-Zone Dental Care 3rd Lane, Opp. Harsha Labs, Dwarakanagar & Varma Complex, Sector-8, Muralinagar, Vizag T: 9492452557, 9989591007 Dental Spa Near Majsid, Jagadamba Jn., Vizag - 02 T: 0891-6588779, 8008588/779 Designer Saree Boutique Sahasra - Exclusively for her Shop no. T-8, 3rd Floor, The Landmark Complex, Nr. Sampath Vinayaka Temple, Vizag - 530 003, T: 0891 6662899, 9848799000, E: sahasravizag@gmail.com, www.sahasraboutique.com Eat Fresh Sub Way Dutt Island, Siripuram - 0891-2784911 Varun Inox - 0891-2723231 CMR Central - 0891-2566077 Epabs Systems SSR Enterprises Dealers for Enkay Technologies (India) Pvt Ltd (Suppliers of NEC IP Ready EPAPBX Systems) #47-7-22/7, Shop No. 108, Yerramsetty Plaza, 4th lane, Dwarakanagar, Vizag - 16 T: 0891 2740837, 9440330837 E: ssrsuri@yahoo.co.in www.ssrenterprises.com
Event Managers Roshanlal Entertainment Event Management/ Celebrity Management / Product Launches corporate shows / Fashion Shows/ Exhibitions Prashanth: Managing Director, T: +(91) (891) 2739452, 9848999953 E: info@roshanlalevents.com, www.roshanlalevents.com Creative Plus Entertainment Network Event Management complete Party Planning specialized in Wedding Planning & B' Day Celebrations T: 9346692915, E:creativeplusevent@yahoo.co.in, www.creativepluseevents.com Krosswire Entertainment Vskp, Rjy, Bza, Hyd Specalize in: Event Management • Artiste & Talent Management • Corporate Events • Wedding Planning • Fashion & Dance Shows • Celebrity Endorsements • Mall Activations T: 9885118789, 9346997556 E: krosswire@gmail.com & info@krosswire.com www.krosswire.com Paris Passion Events Specialize in school and college events, exhibitions, seminars & event management T: 9393322449, 9866022449, E: parispassionevents@gmail.com www. parispassionevents.in, www. parispassion.in Eye Care Maxi Vision - Eye care Centres Pavan Paradise, Nr. Diamond Park, Hotel Ananth Lane, Dwarakanagar, Vizag - 530 016,T: 0891 6660770, 9848523660, www.maxivision.co.in Fashion Fashion Centre Exclusive Salwar Kameez Kurti's 'N' Fabrics Jagadamba Centre, Vizag - 530 020, T: 0891 2721912 Fashion jewellery Vishaalakshi Jewelz D. No: 10-53-288, Shop No: 3/4, Opp. Co-op-society, Nehru Nagar, Raghavendra Swamy - Rednam Gardens Road, Vizag - 2 T: 0891 2525515 E: visalakshijewelz@gmail.com Furniture Rao's Furniture Paradise #30-15-171, Prasantharama Mansion, Near Saraswathi park, Dabagardens, Vizag - 530020 T: 0891-2747467, 9030603032 www.raosfurniture.com Gaming & Snooker 13 Square #10-1-44/12-13, 5th Floor, Peejay Plaza, VIP Road, Visakhapatnam - 530 003 T: 9550131313, www.13square.com Generators SSR Enterprises Authorised Dealers for POWERICA LIMITED (Suppliers of Cummins Generators, AMF Panels, Acoustic Enclosures) #47-7-22/7, Shop No. 108, Yerramsetty Plaza, 4th lane, Dwarakanagar, Vizag - 16 T: 0891 2740837, 9440330837 E: ssrsuri@yahoo.co.in www.ssrenterprises.com Sowmya Sales Corporation Best Dealer Award Winner Authorized Dealers for Kirloskar, Green Diesel, Generating sets 5 KVA to 625 KVA, T: 9848205233, 9246883377 E: info@sowmyasales.com www.sowmyasales.com Gifts & Handicrafts Eastern Art Museum #10-1-9, Waltair Uplands, Sampath Vinayak Temple Road, Visakhapatnam - 530 003 T: 0891 6647880 red | march 2012 | 104
The Heritage Dealers in Handicrafts,Handlooms & Jewellery #6-1-1/1, MVV Estate, Opp. Kotak School, Chinna Waltair, Vizag - 530 003, T: 0891 3081855, 9963376900 E: heritagevizag@yahoo.in
Guest Houses Signature - VIP Guest House Plot no: 5, Opp. HP Gas Godown Road, Pandimetta Jn., Dasapalla Hills, Visakhapatnam T: 0891 6663999, 9052098516 Signature - VIP Guest House #5-7-7-1/2, Samudrika Apts., Beside Spencers, Pandurangapuram, R.K. Beach, Vizag T: 0891 6663999, 9052098516 Gym Raghavi Gym Saloon (ladies Only) #9-18-1, Maruthi Vinayaka Enclave, Groud Floor, Block 8, CBM Compound, Visakhapatnam-530016 T: 0891 6630734, 6630735 Chiru’s Power House (Fitness Institute) The complete Health & Fitness Institute - Ladies & Gents, T: 98852 54272, W: chiruspowerhouse.co.cc Hair Transplantation Radha - International Institute of Hair Transplant #103, Siripuram Fort, Siripuram, Opp. Union Chapel Church, Vizag - 530 003 T: 0891 6458111, 9177777192 E: contact@hairclinicindia.com www.hairclinicindia.com Touch - International Institute of Hair Transplantation 3rd Floor, Jagapathi Plaza, Opp. Dutt Island, Siripuram, Vizag T: 0891-6628999, E: appointments@touchskinclinic.com
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Abhiruchi Sweets Darshan Towers, Opp. Tourner Chowltry, Jagadamba centre, Surtabagh, Visakhapatnam - 2 T: 0891 6646619, 9849090480 Home services Satyananda Yoga & Library Home Delivery T: 8374623561 Home Tutions Alvin Home Tutions Provides experienced faculty at your flexible timings. CBSE, SSC, ICSE, EAMCET, IIT-JEE, AIEEE, ENGINEERING Tutions, T: 9573913543, 7207698351 www.hometuitionsvizag.com Homoeopathy Vandana Homoeopathic Hospital Shop no. 4, Dwarakanagar, 2nd Lane, Pavan Paradise, Opp. Pollocks School, Vizag - 530 016 T: 0891 2755747, 9948416772 Hotels Dolphin Hotel Nr. Saraswathy Park, Visakhapatnam T: 0891 2567000 Four Points by Sheraton Uplands, Waltair Main Road, Visakhapatnam T: 0891 3051111 F: 3051000 www.fourpoints.com/visakhapatnam red | march 2012 | 105
Hotel Golden Meghana Palace Araku Valley, Nr. Alluri Seeta Rama Raju Public School, AP T: 0893-6249349, 7387272568, 9177095574, 7382272566 harshin5657@gmail.com Diamond Springs #47-10-36, Dondaparthy Road, Nr. Diamond park, Vizag - 16 T: 0891 2710143, 9666949444 E: diamondspringsvizag@gmail.com, www.diamondspringsvizag.com Vidhi Residency Besides Kalyani Press, Suryabagh, Vizag-20 T: 0891-2555400/500/600 vidhiresidency@gmail.com Interior Eden - House of Lights & Appliances #30-15-6, Nr. Saraswathi Park, Dabagardens, Vizag - 530 020 T: 0891 6648855, E: edenvizag@yahoo.com IT Symbiosys Technologies Change Today For a Better Tomorrow Siripuram, Visakhapatnam www.symbiosystech.com
Jewellery MVS. Jewel Park Ramatalkies Road, Vizag - 530 003 T: 0891 2509591/92/93 Vaibhav Jewellers VSquare Mall, Dwarakanagar, Vizag - 530 016 T: 0891 667777 Manchukonda's Shyam Zaveri #10-1-27, Opp. Vemana Madiram, Sampath Vinayaka Temple Road, Vizag - 530 003 T: 0891 2562792, 2590999 Swathi Jewellers K. Sunil, 9246615911, Main Road & BC. Road, Gajuwaka T: 0891 6667899, 6590933 E: karrisunil@yahoo.com Malabar Gold Asilmetta Jn., Nr. Sampath Vinayagar Temple, Visakhapatnam, T: 0891 2528916 Lingerie Inner Elegance Shop No.: 25, VUDA Complex, Siripuram Jn., Vizag - 530 003 T: 0891 6647882 Flames We Cover Your Bare Necessities Pavan Enclave, Opp. HDFC, Daba Gardens, Vizag - 530 020 T: 0891 6644455 E: flameslingerie@yahoo.co.in Luggage Stores Samsonite Exclusive Ram's Plaza, Dwarakanagar (2nd Lane), Diamond Park Road, Vsp- 530016 T: 0891 6664455, 9393101910 Email: rramsrikanth@gmail.com American Tourister Factory Outlet Shankutala Travellers Bungalow, Beside Sampath Vinayak Temple, Waltair uplands ,Vizag - 530 003 T: 0891 6639495 American Tourister Exclusive store 2nd floor ,CMR Central, Madillapalem, Visakhapatnam T: 0891 3095414 Marbles Archean Granites & Italian Marbles #9-1-222/1, CBM Compound, Visakhapatnam - 530 003 T: 0891 2573188, 9440190226 E: raju_archean@yahoo.co.in Mattresses Agarwal Home Comforts #48-18-75,Near Rama Talkies, Bullaya College Road, Vizag - 530 013 T: 0891 6637111, 9849577711 E: thevizag@gmail.com www.agarwalcomforts.com Musical Instruments Harmony Musicals Showroom for Classical & Westren Musical Instruments (Learn Keyboard & Guitar) #10-1-34/4, Shop no: 4, Lakshmi Sridevi Plaza, Beside Sampath Vinayaka Temple, CBM Compund, Waltair Uplands, Vizag - 3 T: 9949466685 E: tsharmony8@gmail.com Opticals AARIF Opticians Manchukonda Mansion, Uplands CBM Compound, Opp. Dominos, Vizag - 530 003 T: 0891 6464066, 2526070 E: muniraarif@yahoo.com Himalaya Opticals #10-1-12, Ground floor, Krishna Kamal Enclave, Asilmetta Jn., Next to Sivarama Sweets, Vizag - 13 T: 0891 6630381
Himalaya Opticals #9-1-102, Vandita Complex, Resuvanipalem, Opp. Spencer Hypermarket, Vizag - 13 T: 0891- 6631381 Lesan Eye Central Free Computerized Eye Testing #10-50-31, Opp. Care Hospital, Waltair Main Road, Vizag - 530 003 T: 08912528899 Plywoods & Decorative Veneers Jindal Plydecors Complete range of Decorative Veneers [Laminaters, Doors, Plywoods, Wallpapers & Wooden Flooring] #49-22-5, Lalitha Nagar, Sankaramatam Road, Vizag - 16 T: 0891 2767618, 2767619, F: 0891 2520646 E: info@jindalply.com, www.jindalply.com Printers G.K Printhouse Pvt Ltd Multi colour Offset Printers #10-12-5/3, Rednam Gardens, Near SBI Mail Branch, Vizag - 02 T: 0891 2543973, 2549422, 2702711 El: gkprinthouse@gmail.com www.gkprinthouse.com Real Estate M/s Baba Associates #58-15-3, 1st floor, Santhinagar, opp. Subramanyam swamy temple, NAD post, Visakhapatnam. T: 098121368812, 9553497589, 0891 6333345, babaassociates@yahoo.com Shriram Properties Ltd No. 9-17-27/1, CBM Compund, Suite No.101 &103, VIP Road, Visakhapatnam-530003, T: 0891 2509393 Prasad's Township Pvt Ltd., #47-13-2, 2nd Floor, Lakshmi Arcade, Beside Sankaramatam, Dwarakanagar, VSP - 16 (Our new venture: 'Golden Nest Layout' 100sq yards Rs. 85000/-, Spot registration, Nr. Kothavalasa Railway station) T: 0891-2541229, 9912411477 Restaurant Native Recipe Speciality Restaurant Resuvanipalem, besides mega mart, T: 0891-6618899 M: 9640900000 Rice N Spice #10-1-44/12-13, 5th Floor, Peejay Plaza, VIP Road, Visakhapatnam-530003 T: 9550131313, www.13square.com Bollywood To Tollywood Shopno.3, Govinda Mansion, Opp. Union Chappell Church, Waltair Uplands, Visakhapatnam-530003 T: 9700858547 The White Grill 6th Floor, Varun Towers, Opp. Vuda Children's Theater, Siripuram, Vizag T: 9849887878 Saloon Well Groom - The Saloon Special packeges for groom Shop no: 4, Nr. HSBC, VUDA Complex, Siripuram, Vizag, T: 0891-6646488, 9849873999 ABDUL'S The Saloon - Men's Beauty Parlour All kinds of Facial, Makeup, Hair, Skin, Laser Treatment #11-4-5/1, Shopno:4, Nowroji Road, Maharanipeta, Vizag - 2 T: 0891-2792812, 9951173787 Jawed Habib Hair & Beauty For Men & Women #9-14-5, Praveen Plaza, VIP Road, Siripuram, Vizag - 03 T: 0891-2521142, 6667288, 8106788000
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Schools
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Marvel School BC Road, New Gajuwaka, Visakhapatnam-26. T: 0891-3263270
King George Hospital
2564891
Sports Accessories
KGH Casuality
2564893
Star Sports - Sport Goods Gym & Fitness, Equipments & Sports Wear 1st Floor, GVMC Complex, Diamond park, Vizag - 530016 T: 0891-2521100, E: starsportsvizag@yahoo.in
ESI Hospital
2747364
TB Hospital
2552525
Mental Hospital
2754910
Tours & Travels
Victoria Hospital
2562637
Kitkat Travels Exclusive Sotc Franchisee, 1st floor, beside Lawrence Mayur,
Veterinary Hospital
2706679
Jagadamba centre, Visakhapatnam T: 0891 6666656
Seven Hills
2566744
Travel Links Door No: 30, Satya Surya Complex, Dwarakanagar, Vizag 530 016 T: 9848310117, 9246616117, 9246618117 E: priyatravellinks@yahoo.com
Apollo
2525679
Govt. Eye Hospital
2575470
Sadhan HIV Helpline
2552222
Toy Shop Mighty Brain Toys Jyothi Enclave, Waltair Road, Ramnagar, Vizag T: 0891 6627441 / 2 / 3 E: enquiry@mightybraintoys.com www.mightybraintoys.com
Ambulance Service Apollo
2529678
Lazarus
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Video Shooting Future Frames - The Audio, Video, Film Studio Contact for Corporate Video Films, Advertisement Films 1st Floor, GVMC Complex, Diamond Park, Vizag - 530 016 T: 0891 2783443, 6644511 E: info@futureframe.in
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Website Design & Dev. Dreamsto.com Shop no. 5, 1st Floor, Destiny Tower, Opp. Geetha Lodge, Rama Talkies Down Road T: 0891 6565786, 9866644786 E: web@dreamsto.com, www.dreamsto.com
e-Seva Centres Municipal
3299576
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2547363
RK Mission Library
2539833
Wedding Planners Razzmatazz Theme Decorations, Set Designs, Entertainment, Floral arrangements. You name it WE HAVE IT! T: 9052024650, 9348623223, razzrahul1@gmail.com www.razzmatazz.in
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MANOJ’S VISION: GLOBAL PRESENCE BY 2020
Taking a modest company and transforming it into a dynamic conglomerate in just two decades is no mean achievement. Manoj Kumar Grandhi, by sheer determination, perseverance and foresight has made this possible. And now, there’s no stopping Vaibhav Empire.
LANDMARKS 1994 - Manoj Kumar Grandhi - the man with a blend of old school of tradition and keen sense for modern management stepped into his ancestral business. 1995 - Manoj extended his dream vision “Vaibhav Jewellers” to Visakhapatnam, with the help of his father. 2003 - Manoj’s vision was to channel the success of forefathers’ textile business into second generation by the incorporation of “Vaibhav Empire”. The Vaibhav group has become one of the Visakhapatnam’s largest leading and preferred retail Jewellers and emerged as Vaibhav Empire Private Limited. 2004 - Vaibhav Empire Private Limited an emerging corporate has taken over M/s Vaibhav Jewellers. 2007 - The group launched India’s Largest ISO certified Jewellery showroom Vaibhav Jewellers in association with clothing emporium Kankatala, under one roof of more than 1.06 lakhs sq. ft. area “V SQUARE.”
DREAM TO CONTINUE As the first phase of Vaibhav’s onward march, the projects, on various stages of completion, are in the following locations. Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ
Vijayawada Guntur Rajahmundry Kakinada Srikakulam Vizianagaram Gajuwaka Hyderabad Bangalore Chennai
The 2nd phase of expansion is envisaged for 21 other locations of Pan India Vaibhav Empire ventured into Public-PrivatePartnership (PPP) projects such as Malls, Multiplexes, Hotels, Commercial/Residential Complexes etc. under Built Operate & Transfer (BOT) scheme. Vaibhav empire has also grown by acquisition of V Empire building, V Square and undertaking BOT project of VUDA commercial complex under its Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) Vaibhav Sky Scapes Ltd. The group has a licence to operate a commercial complex of APSRTC under its Special Purpose Company (SPC), namely, Vaibhav Hotels & Leisure’s (Visakhapatnam) Pvt. Ltd. The group has also ventured into other projects like V Towers with its subsidiary ‘Vaibhav Gold Coast Pvt. Ltd.’ The group has commissioned two high wind velocity windmills in Dindigal, Tamil Nadu.
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