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Hi Everyone.

On celebrating St Valentine’s Day, at SAIndia presents to you our readers the best of news which includes newly blossomed love stories, the hottest trends in lifestyle and fashion as well as inside scoops on our Bollywood stars.

For most people St Valentine’s Day is a day of affections and confections, a day of kisses, chocolates and flowers. However there is a deeper meaning to this day, the true romance of this celebration began with the legend of St Valentine in roughly 270 AD. The legend of St Valentine is a tale of true love that transcends mere sentiment.

Its noble purpose should inspire everyone in this new time of religious persecution to be equally vigilant and heroic in upholding and defending the traditional definition of marriage. Let St Valentine be our model and inspiration for life and humanity.

wedding photos! Actor Asin Thottumkal and billionaire business tycoon Rahul Sharma got married in Delhi. The Catholic ceremony was a day wedding in a beautiful chapel arrangement, followed by a special lunch. The evening saw them exchange jai malas in a Hindu ceremony followed by a delightful dinner.

21st Annual Life OK Screen Awards,was held at MMRDA Grounds, Bandra-Kurla Complex. The evening was made special by the celebs that walked the red carpet.

Exclusive celeb photo call red carpet highlights inside.

When it comes to the Hallmark of Bollywood success, glamour photographer Dabboo Ratnani’s annual calendar has become quite a yardstick in B-Town.

Every major star wants to be on its pages. A highlight of the evening was the reclusive Rekha’s presence. She teamed trademark Our cover story features the simplest white kanjeevaram with dark shades. celebrity of the Bollywood industry. Her And now the most popular section of flawless beauty makes her the top favourite the magazine, some Bollywood Gossip for directors. This Goddess, of which I highlights; speak of, is none other than the gorgeous, talented Katrina Kaif. In an exclusive • Former Miss World and actress interview with SAIndia Magazine the Diana Hayden became a proud mother of a baby girl born out of an confident and charming actress talks to us egg she froze eight years ago! about her love life, career, family and the journey she took in becoming the mega • An FIR had been lodged against star that she is.

Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddhiqui for assaulting a woman Manish Malhotra celebrated yet another physically over a parking dispute. milestone with a new collection - ‘THE REGAL THREADS’. An ode to ‘Make in • Love is in the air in Bollywood!

The “Yeh Hai Mohabbatein” actress India’, THE REGAL THREADS is the first Divyanka Tripathi got engaged collection of 2016 from Manish Malhotra to her co-star Vivek Dahiya in a and saw the use of Indian heritage weaves closed ceremony. for the very first time by the couturier.

• Kabir Bedi entered into wedlock Asin and Rahul Sharma’s spectacular with his live-in partner Praveen

Dusani on his 70th Birthday in attendance of close friends and relatives. This inspirational couple proves that love has no age.

He has enthralled the audience with his incredible and unique voice. The Punjabi background to his songs has become a hit with youngsters who groove to his dance tunes. In a short span of time he has become the most famous name with all music directors.

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06 Flawless Beauty - Deepika Padukone

52 travel feature

22 Dazzle in Diamonds

52 Naturally Darjeeling 54 Cochin’s Diverse Cultural Legacy

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Flawless Beauty

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awless She is the simplest celebrity of the industry. Her flawless beauty makes her the hot favourite of the directors. Her bee stung lips look as if they would drip any minute. Those Jack Daniel eyes can give you a high, which no alcohol can.

Beauty

But there is more to Katrina Kaif then just her beauty. She has always been in news more for her personal relations than for her movies. That’s one point where her contemporaries beat her.

But her confidence and her charisma makes up for it.

It’s not a very good phase for her on the personal front as rumours of her break up from Ranbir Kapoor are all over the news.

Deepika and Ranbir’s proximity to each other during the shoot and promotions of ‘Tamasha’ definitely led to all of this. Not to mention Ranbir’s parents who were never willing to accept this relation. But she has remained calm and composed taking every struggle in her stride.

Let’s talk to her with regards to Ranbir, her movies and her plans forward.

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How will you term your journey in Bol- Confidence is key to success as well, lywood? would you agree?

I just remember having passionate goals. When I first came to India, I was clear I wanted to be a model. When I learnt more about the modeling industry, I wanted to be the face of a brand, be a showstopper. I had benchmarks that I wanted to achieve. Once I did, I moved on.

My sights were automatically then set on films. Maybe it was the people around me; it just seemed like the next big challenge. Films were like the Mount Everest that I had to tackle.

Things happened slowly. Trying to get comfortable on the set, working on my diction and dance. It was a journey, but it was in my destiny, not something that I could have planned.

You have always been very simple with your dressing as well as your makeup?

If you sit for two hours every day doing hair and make-up for 85 per cent of the year, you don’t want to spend the rest of your time away from the set getting ready. If I’m in London with my sisters or stepping out for dinner with friends at the Marriott, I don’t want to get dressed up. You forget how you actually look!” The same goes with my dressing. I don’t want to get too loud with my dressing. I prefer to wear something in which I am comfortable. One should always wear something which they can carry off well.

Talking about family, you spend all your big days with your sisters and mom?

You know, there’s so little time I get beyond work that I try and steal that to be with my closest people. We sisters are just a year apart and really close. So, I try and work out my schedule such, that on days like Christmas, New Year or my birthday, we are all together. Typically for women who have very packed professional lives, the challenge is to divide time.

What is that one thing that the industry has taught you?

One thing that I have learnt in these years in Bollywood, especially, having come from a completely different country, is that it’s extremely important to adapt yourself to different situations if you want to do well. I’m not saying do whatever is being asked of you, but be flexible, only then will you be able to find new opportunities and learn new things, both of which are very important for professional growth. Also, I learnt to trust the right people. It’s an extremely competitive world out there.

I am an actress, you could be a corporate lawyer, a fashion designer or a pilot, but the pressure that all of us are under is almost similar.

When we are rising up the professional ladder, and when we get too engrossed in our work, we often get excited by opportunities and prospects and lose the real perspective. That’s when you need to turn to these people.

Well, this is a tricky one. I think it’s a little bit of an egg and chicken situation. If you don’t have confidence on your abilities you can’t get ahead, and at the same time, the more successful you become, the more confident you get. Well, I agree that confidence is key to who you are. But, it’s not something that you can acquire overnight. As you work your way up, you realise what your strengths are and you build on them and your confidence grows with it.

But you do follow a beauty regimen…

Of course, eating healthy and going to the gym are habits that are great for your system at all times. Your skin looks great, your hair shines and you feel like a better person. Especially if you have good skin, half your battle of looking good is won.

Is it true that you and Ranbir have broken up?

I have never spoken about my relationship to anyone. It’s a very private thing and I would like to keep it private. Many times, you want to come out and speak your heart openly and just want to say exactly what you feel at the moment. But from my personal experience, it is better to not speak much about your personal life and rather speak about your profession. Try and let your work speak for itself because at the end of the day, that’s what you want your identity to be, and you want your respect to come from your work. That’s what should be out there.

But were you always insecured about Ranbir?

There were reports that you stormed into the ‘Tamasha’ wrap up bash, which made Ranbir and Deepika quite uncomfortable.

It’s all rubbish. I would never go somewhere uninvited. It is an interesting question because I also read that. When I was reading that, I wanted to ask the person that do I look very silly to you? Like when you think of Katrina, do you think I am silly? When you think of Ranbir, do you think of a silly person? When you think of Deepika, do you think of a silly person? NO! We are not silly or foolish people. We are not! I don’t go storming on to the sets if I am not invited or if I am not meant to be there.

Is Ranbir’s family the reason for the break up?

I am not one to comment on that. But I will say that I was never too close to Ranbir’s family as much as I wanted to be.

Were you the reason that Neetu Singh was absent from the Kapoor Khandaan Christmas lunch?

I have no idea on that.

Deepika and Ranbir got very close during the promotions of ‘Tamasha’ did At times you might not agree with them, you that become the reason for the break might think they are stopping you from taking up? the most obvious decisions. But, listen to them carefully because they are unbiased. And finally, treat every opportunity that you get as do or die. There should always be the passion to do things better and differently. In every movie that I do, I try to do something extra. Be it working on my abs to flaunt a choli, or practicing Hindi to deliver my dialogues I have always done that extra bit to make my work stand out.

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I don’t want to answer any of these questions.

Talking about ‘Fitoor’, which is a love story, do you still believe in love?

‘Fitoor’ is a one sided love story and about how he manages to convince his love interest. Of course I believe in love without any expectations. It is a wonderful feeling.

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FASHION LIFESTYLE

MANISH MALHOTRA PRESENTS

‘THE REGAL THREADS’

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fter celebrating a momentous 2015 marking 10 Years of his eponymous label, Manish Malhotra celebrated yet another milestone with a new collection - ‘THE REGAL THREADS’. An ode to ‘Make in India’, THE REGAL THREADS is the first collection of 2016 from Manish Malhotra and saw the use of Indian heritage weaves for the very first time by the couturier. The collection was showcased over a gala event hosted by the Sahachari Foundation at The Trident Nariman Point, Mumbai.

checks, voluminous lehengas and feminine blouses with mirror-work, high-waisted skirts and kalidars. The vibrant colour palette ranged from bright pink and orange to lime green and deep blue, signifying the many moods of a strong, confident woman.

Speaking about his new collection Manish Malhotra says, “The new year brings with it a new, exciting chapter for my label. This is the first time I have worked with Benarasi weaves and the creative process of putting together the collection has been immensely gratifying. The Regal Threads is my tribute to our weavers and craftsmen who The design-story of THE REGAL THREADS has been in- have upheld centuries-old crafts traditions. It is a celebraspired by Manish’s consummate passion for reviving In- tion of couture heritage, colours and the glamour of India dian craftsmanship. Manish’s journey with Kashmiri craft in our style.” has been well-known. From starting work with 50 Kashmiri artisans four years ago, this effort now employs over Mrs. Bijal Meswani, Mrs. Gauri Pohoomul and Ms. Karu200 artisans. In this spirit of inclusion and India pride, na Rajan of the Sahachari Foundation Events warmly welthis year, the label has continued the effort of giving back comed guests. The showing culminated with the stunning with craftsmen of Benaras and Gujarat. Every yard of fab- Katrina Kaif, in a white, mirror-work lehenga, and dapper ric used in THE REGAL THREADS has been personally Aditya Roy Kapoor, in an ivory kurta paired with a black curated by Manish and specially sourced from local weav- and gold brocade jacket, walking the runway. Rajshree Birla, Harsh Goenka, Tanya Dubash, Anu Dewan, Indu ers and crafts clusters in Varanasi and across Gujarat.

Mahtani, Queenie Singh and Rishi Sethia, Kalpana Shah, THE REGAL THREADS charts a new direction for a label Monisha Jaisingh, Pratima and Gaurav Bhatia, Maheep with the use of hand crafted fabric including Benarasi silk, Kapoor, Neelam Kothari and Sameer Soni, Lara Dutta, fine cottons, decadent brocades and Bandhini. Following Prerna Malhotra, Shriya Saran, Kanika Kapoor, Abhishek the label’s endeavour to translate the craftsmen’s works Kapoor, Ashiesh Shah, Rupa Fabiani, Chaya Momaya, of beauty to evening-wear for the modern Indian woman, Rashmi Uday Singh and Poonam Dhillon, to name a few THE REGAL THREADS showcased elegant saris in bold graced the front row. www.saindiamagazine.com

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iamonds are women’s best friend. A wide range of uncut diamonds displayed altogether are bound to make women more happier.

Sparkle in Diamonds every season as Manepally Jewellers “Twin Cities Most Preferred Jewellery Brand” introduced Uncut Diamond Mela along with Vaddanam Festival.

A stylish display of the Uncut Diamonds & Vaddanams at “Vaddanam & Uncut Diamond Mela” at Manepally Jewellers were being showcased by Actress Manara Chopra & Actress Suhani at the sprawling Punjagutta Showroom of Manepally Jewellers. The largest Jewellery House by the Manepally Group, Manepally Punjagutta features the largest collection of some magnificent temple jewellery, kundan jewellery, traditional gold jewellery, bridal jewellery, Platinum & More.

Manepally Jewellers presented their “Diamond Jewellery Collection” which featured an exciting collection of diamond jewellery, fusion jewellery, party wear & wedding wear in diamond-carved jewellery with diamond, solitaires, rings, earrings, and many more.

Speaking on the occasion Mr. Murli Krishna & Mr. Gopi Krishna the Managing Director of Manepally Jewellers said, “Manepally Jewellers is a brand which is synonym with Trust, Quality & Class”, they added “Vaddanam & Uncut Diamond Mela” at Manepally Jewellers is a special offering for the citizens”, the duo added “Diamonds are women’s best friends and we want women to know more about diamond’s, especially uncut diamonds, which are known to be the centre of all attractions, in this regard we have specially arranged a mela of Uncut Diamonds where people can get to know more, their types like Polki, Chakkari and Pacchi, their colors, sizes, etc. This festival will educate people about the uncut diamonds and its usage in jewellery.

Talking about Vaddanam’s, Murli Krishna & Gopi Krishan said “Vaddanam’s” are more preferred during the wedding season and are known to enhance the beauty of brides, Vaddanam’s are a must in South Indian weddings and we at Manepally are displaying our beautiful designed Vaddam’s which are available in a variety of beautiful designs.

Manepally Jewellers is renowned for its exquisite carvings on gold, the

jewellers who have been the flag bearers in designing some of the most creative gold jewellery. They continue its tradition of creativity and bring us the jewellery which have been earmarked as masterpieces in today’s society.

So Manepally Jewellers finally appeals to all the jewellery lovers of town, walk into Manepally’s largest showroom at Punjagutta and witness some marvellously design jewellery at one of the most convenient located jewellery houses in Hyderabad, India.

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JEWELLERY LAUNCH

Actress Manara Chopra Dazzles in Diamonds

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ctor Asin Thottumkal and billionaire business tycoon Rahul Sharma got married in Delhi. The Catholic ceremony was a day wedding and happened in the morning in a beautiful chapel arrangement and was followed by a special lunch. The evening saw them exchange jai malas in a Hindu ceremony followed by dinner.

couple sponsored celebrations in different orphanages in Delhi and Kochi, which included celebratory meals, gifts, decorations across these orphanages for kids. This was Asin’s idea. Donations have been made to these charitable institutions for kids and it was ensured that they got new clothes and gifts.

only less than 100 guests were invited to both the wedding ceremonies which were strictly family and the dearest of the couples friends.

Close family members and friends from the film industry were invited for the wedding including actor Akshay Kumar who is best friends with the couple and played Cupid in Special cakes were cut in the afternoon for bringing them together. The couple will have lunch at these orphanages celebrating Rahul another reception in Mumbai for all their and Asin’s wedding. The couple were keen to colleagues and friends.

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he Indian entertainment world is a bustling industry – forever changing with the innovative ideas of ground-breaking directors and legendary producers. It is moulded by inspiring people who bring glamour and entertainment into the homes of billions of people across the world. Indian Entertainment continues to inspire, educate, and entertain us decade after decade, transforming as our culture transcends.

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lywood megastars like Salman Khan, Arjun Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, and Shah Rukh Khan – to name a few - gracing the channel on a daily basis.

Fear Factor: Kathron Ke Khiladi Season 7. The reality show is amongst the most popular show in India. Shukla’s reputation in the media definitely makes him fearless competitor!

NOW India’s premier television channel brings the rocking glamour of the modern world of Bollywood to South Africans TV screens with the exciting and thrilling reality television show Kathron Ke Khiladi! The reality show is based on Fear Factor, with all of the contestants being celebrities. The seventh season of Kathron Ke Khiladi currently airs on Colors TV, and if the daring stunts and thrills of celebrities fighting for the winners spot doesn’t keep your eyes glued onto your screen, then the entertaining host of KKK and Bollywood superstar, Arjun Kapoor, certainly will! To launch the exciting new show Colors TV is bringing the contestants of KKK to Johannesburg on the 19th of February, and Durban on the 20th of February.

Famous for his role in Chak De! India and Katti Batti, actor Vivan Bathena is a courageous challenger in Fear Factor. He also plays a dark role in Aamir Khan’s upcoming movie Dangal – if he stays in character, his odds of winning are much better than the other competitors!

There also may be some names on the list of competing celebrities that may ring a bell. Remember little Anjali from the iconic Kuch Kuch Hota Hai? Well, she’s blossomed into one of Bollywood’s upcoming superstars. After Kuch Kuch, Sana Saeed also won acclaim as a recognized actress after starring in movies like Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega, Badal, and most recently, the epic blockbuster Student of the Year. I can’t wait to see what stunts Arjun Kapoor has lined up for this Bollywood princess.

The handsome actor Jay Bhanushali is another contestant of Kathron Ke Khiladi, and has become a household name in South African after starring in the soap opera Kayamath, Hate Story 2, and Ek Paheli Leela. If his tolerance of fear is anything like his acting, Bhanushali is definitely the front runner for the winners spot!

Speculation and rumours about this contestant never seem to cease! 2016 seems like a big year for Siddharth Shukla as he prepares for

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Other Indian celebrities will also be taking part in the competition, but these four will definitely be a favourite amongst the South African audience. Fear Factor: Kathron Ke Khiladi season 7 has all the perfect ingredients for a powerpacked show that will inspire, educate, and entertain – exactly what we love about Indian Entertainment.

Recently announced Miss Earth South Africa, Carla Viktor.

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SRK names AbRam and Aaradhya make a good onscreen pair, Big B agrees Shah Rukh Khan feels his son AbRam Khan and Amitabh Bachchan’s granddaughter Aaradhya would make a good onscreen pair,

to which Big B says yes. At a recent press conference, when Shah Rukh Khan was asked to choose between Ranbir and Deepika, Ranveer and Deepika, Alia and Sidharth and Fawad and Sonam, King Khan named Aaradhya and AbRam as the best couple.

However, Kajol disagreed with her ‘Diwale’ costar saying AbRam is younger than Aaradhya, SRK responded, “Love has no age.” When Mr Bachchan was asked to comment, he told reporters, “Un kay mooh may ghee shakkar aur doodh malai (May his words come true).”

Amitabh Bachchan was speaking at the press conference of his upcoming thriller-drama ‘Wazir’.

Aamir Khan to shed 25 kgs in 25 weeks for ‘Dangal’ Lovebirds Alia Bhatt and Sidharth Malhotra are living together?

Bollywood’s most adorable couple has moved in together. Yes, you guess it right.

We are talking about the lovebirds of the ‘Student of the year’, Alia Bhatt and Sidharth Malhotra. According to the latest buzz, the couple are living together. Alia and Sidharth are always in the news for their off and on relationship. Alia used to spend lots of time with Sidharth at his Bandra pad.

The couple never accept nor deny their relationship but the current report justified that they are together and very much in love. Sidharth Malhotra and Alia Bhatt ushered in the New Year in New York. The couple shared photos of their vacation on their Instagram account. They were joined by their designer friend Prabal Gurung. He even shared a few pictures of them on his social media page. On the work front, Alia and Sidharth are working for ‘Kapoor & Sons’ Page 30

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Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan who had gained oodles of weight for his role in his upcoming film ‘Dangal’ is now going to shed the extra kilos for a new look in the film. The actor had piled up 25 kilos for the look of a wrestler in the film.

But now, he will shed the extra 25 kilos in 25 weeks, and the actor has begun working on it since day one of the New Year.

Aamir portrays the role of Haryanvi wrestler Mahavir Singh Phogat in the film, which is a biopic. Aamir’s character will grow old over the course of the film. The actor has completed shooting for the portion where he plays a 55-year-old.

Now he has started preparing himself for portions where he is required to appear much younger. The actor would also be playing a 20-year-old depicting a young Mahavir Singh Phogat. To lose the extra weight, he will train exactly the way the wrestlers do. This includes an intense workout session for one hour in the morning combined with a balanced diet. It is a two hour diet process, which means he has to eat every two hours. In total, he has nine meals a day balanced with carbs and proteins.

He is currently under the supervision of dietician Dr. Vinod Dhurander, according to a report in The Indian Express. ‘Dangal’ is being directed by Nitesh Tiwari and also stars television actor Sakshi Tanwar in the role of the wrestler’s wife. The sports biopic is set to release later this year.

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“I was not invited to Hrithik’s birthday” says ex-wife Suzanne Bollywood heartthrob Hrithik Roshan has just turned 42 and the hunk had thrown a grand birthday party at a five star hotel. He invited all his close buddies and as expected the ‘Dhoom 2’ boy did not invite his ex-wife Suzanne Khan.

Hrithik planned his birthday party a week before he sent his invitation to all his close friends from the industry. It was highly speculated that Hrithik Roshan would also send an invitation to Suzanne but the report turned out to be false. Post separation, Hrithik maintained a cordial relationship with Suzanne with whom he had a wonderful life for 17 years.

Suzanne clarified that she was not invited to her ex-husband’s birthday bash. She explains, “My relationship with Hrithik is wonderful with respect to our kids. We are good parents and that is our priority regarding each other. But we don’t socialise or hang out together as friends.”

Hrithik and Suzanne officially separated in December 2013 after 14 years of blissful marriage. Says Sussanne, “I understand him not inviting me. We don’t invite each other to our birthdays. People love to make a big deal out of nothing.” She clarifies that there is absolutely no ill-will between them. “By the grace of God we have found peace with our choices and with each other. I will always wish for him to be the happiest in all that he does.

And I know he wishes the same for me.”

Hrithik Roshan and Suzanne Khan are proud parents of two sons, Hrehaan and Hridhaan.

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HOT GOSSIP

Sanjay Dutt bursts into tears after meeting Ramdev in jail Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt, who is serving his jail term at Pune’s Yerawada Central Jail, burst into tears after meeting yoga guru Ramdev who visited the jail to impart yoga lessons to the inmates.

Ranveer Singh touches Deepika’s parents’ feet Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif are no longer a couple! The lovebirds broke-up on a bitter note and moved out of their love nest meanwhile Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone embarked on a new journey.

According to the latest grapevine news, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone are all set to enter into wedlock. The personal and professional life of the couple is going great. The love story of the duo started on the set of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Ram Leela’ and thickened with every passing day.

He met the actor at the in-house radio station and had a brief conversation with him. “Dutt looked calm and composed, and told me he has attended some of my workshops. All he told me was to pray for him,” Ramdev was quoted by a leading daily. The ‘Khalnayak’ actor is currently serving his five-year prison term following his conviction in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case. He often opts to be the RJ at the jail’s radio station.

Sanjay Dutt and the yoga guru had also previously met at a private Ganeshotsav function in Mumbai in September last year when the actor was out on a month’s parole. Confirming the meeting, Ramdev said, “I met Sanjay for five minutes and he claimed that he is practicing yoga daily in prison. Sanjay is a good human being and we have a good relationship from the past. I blessed him and also prayed to God that he be released soon.”

Ramdev advised him to do suryanamaskar and pranayam and also demonstrated breathing techniques for him. As many as 500 inmates including convicts and under-trails along with jail staff attended the yoga session where Ramdev taught them how to be physically and mentally fit.

He also advised them to give up smoking and hookah as a ‘dakshina’ for yoga.

Sanjay Dutt is expected to be released from jail sometime this year. The actor has served more than 50 months out of the sentence of 60 months that was awarded to him. A regular remission was granted by the authorities on account of good conduct.

Today, they are in a happy state. They work together and are moving around together.

The couple also received the approval of their respective parents. Full-of-life Ranveer Singh, who lifted the Filmfare Award for Best Actor for his role in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Bajirao Mastani’ touched his parent’s feet to seek their blessings. He then did the unbelievable, went forward and touched alleged girlfriend Deepika Padukone’s parents’ feet. It is highly speculated that Ranveer and Deepika will exchange wedding vows end of this year, but there has been no official confirmation on the report. On various occasions, the couple expressed their feelings for one another.

It was ‘love at first’ for the ‘Lootera’ actor.

Ranveer once revealed how he felt for Deepika for the first time at the Zee Cine Awards when he saw her in a silver dress.

In an interview with Times of India, Deepika also expressed her feelings for Ranveer Singh, “I know he will never hurt me or take me for granted. That is the kind of trust and understanding we have. The reason I love and respect him is that I can bare my soul and still feel comfortable. If that is divine connection - this is what it is!”

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Divyanka Tripathi engaged to costar Vivek Dahiya ‘Yeh Hai Mohabbatein’ actress Divyanka Tripathi got engaged to her co-star Vivek Dahiya in a close ceremony. The picture of their ‘roka’ ceremony went viral. Divyanka and Vivek were seen walking hand-inhand at the recent 14th Indian Tell Awards which sparked the rumor of their affair.

Divyanka started dating Vivek after she broke up with her long-time boyfriend Ssharad Malhotra. Divyanka and Ssharad were together for the past nine years and a few months ago they called it quits due to commitment issues. It was earlier reported that Divyanka had found her soul mate in Vivek Dahiya and was all set to get married soon. The couple engaged in attendance of close family members. “It was just for our loved ones to know that we are booked for each other. I didn’t want Divyanka’s profile to go up on a matrimonial site,” quips Vivek.

The actress recalls, “We were introduced to each other by a common friend for marriage prospects.” Divyanka continues, “After this, it was awkward for us to shoot together. But I don’t think our co-actors ever got a hint.

There was no courtship as we were looking at the relationship culminating into marriage.”

Vivek adds, “Our friend felt we were like-minded people. We started meeting regularly only after we got our parents’ approval. We were both at a marriageable age and were not interested in a fling.”

When asked why the engagement took place so soon. He said, “We were wary of delaying things as it had worked against us in the past. Once we were sure, we wanted to take the relationship to the next level.”

When asked what attracted her to Vivek, the actress gushes, “I’m a normal girl aspiring to lead a normal life with my partner. He is genuine and simple. He is a guide who calms me when I’m stressed. He cares for me. It’s a comforting feeling. Everything is good about Vivek and women should envy me. Nazar na lage.” The date of their wedding has not been finalized.

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan calls Rekha ‘maa’ Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has shocked many when the diva referred to veteran actress Rekha as ‘maa’ while receiving an award from her.

Aishwarya who made a comeback to films after five years with ‘Jazbaa’, was presented with the Powerpacked Performer of the Year award at the recently concluded Sansui Stardust Awards, 2016. The gorgeous Rekha was called on stage to give away the award.

As Aishwarya received the award from Rekha’s hands, she remarked, “It’s great to receive it from maa.” To this, Rekha replied, “I hope I can come and present this to you for many more years.” All eyes turned to Amitab Bachchan who was sitting in the audience with Aishwarya. This statement by the daughter-in-law of Amitabh Bachchan brought back to the fans minds Big B’s and Rekha’s famous affair.

The ‘Silsila’ actors were also rumoured to be in a steady relationship. Amitabh Bachchan’s wife Jaya Bachchan and Rekha are not on good terms for the same reason. although, Both of them were spotted hugging each other at the same awards function. Aishwarya has always considered Rekha as her inspiration since the beginning of her acting career. It is also believed that the veteran actress sees an image of herself in Aishwarya and considers the former Miss World as her daughter.

Likewise, Aishwarya also regards Rekha as ‘maa’.

Kabir Bedi marries live-in partner Parveen Dusanj Veteran actor Kabir Bedi (70) entered into wedlock with his live-in partner Parveen Dusanj (41) on his 70th birthday in the attendance of close friends and relatives. The couple were together for the past 10 years. It was already reported that Kabir Bedi will break the news of his fourth marriage on his 70th birthday.

An insider reveals, “The invitation was sent for Kabir’s birthday party in Mumbai. His family and friends from Bengaluru, Boston (USA), London (UK), Dubai (UAE), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) and Europe all flew in for the celebration. The card read, ‘Kabir Bedi and Parveen Dusanj invite you to Kabir’s birthday, and come early for the Sufi performance.’ The idea was that after hearing a soulful Sufi recital, Kabir and Parveen would make the surprise announcement.” Interestingly, the guests were invited a day before his birthday to enjoy the Sufi performance and they were taken aback to see the marriage arrangement.

to Twitter and called her new mom a “wicked witch”. “Every fairy tale has a wicked witch or an evil step-mother! Mine just arrived! @ iKabirBedi just married @parveendusanj,”said Pooja who is known to speak her mind. However, she surprisingly deleted the tweet and clarified her actions in another tweet. “Deleted the last tweet on my dad @iKabirBedi 4th marriage. Let’s keep things positive. I Wish him the best !!!” Pooja also did not attend her dad’s wedding.

Speaking about giving a miss to her father’s marriage, the former actress said that she was not invited. “My dad and I have had personal issues over the past few years. They could have been sorted out but they were seriously aggravated by the animosity between me and Parveen. I wasn’t invited to the wedding,” she told a publication.

“Parveen and I have been together for more than 10 years. The timing of the marriage at this time was really Parveen’s decision. I had proposed to her on Rome’s historic Spanish Steps six years ago on a bended knee. She agreed, but kept me in suspense as to when “we would tie the knot”. As friends and family were flying in from all over the world to celebrate my birthday, Parveen felt this was the best time to get married. So it all happened very suddenly. We had a magically beautiful intimate ceremony in Alibaug. Only members of both families, and a few close friends were present. It was held amid palms, on the lawns of a beautiful beach-front home that belongs to Dipak and Sohni Tanna, who is my niece. Parveen says she wanted her marriage to be a private and intimate affair. “…and that’s exactly what it was. We kept it a secret, and planned to make a surprise announcement on Kabir’s birthday, where all friends and loved ones were gathering. Keeping it a secret added to the fun. Friends who came to Alibaug thought they were coming for a pre-birthday dinner. It’s been several days of joyous celebrations and partying. These are very happy days for us,” she said.

Bedi walked the red carpet with Parveen Dusanj on his birthday and said, “Welcome to my annual 70th birthday I have always said anybody in this business who survives 25 years or more deserves an Oscar for survival so I am an Oscocanadian in that sense,” Bedi told reporters during the birthday celebration. The couple had visited the Gurudwara to seek blessings. In his thanking speech he said, “I wish to thank every single person who has loved me, wished me, supported me and wanted the best for me. I hope I live up to their expectations and believe me the best is yet to come”.

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Big B’s granddaughter Navya Naveli sizzles in a bikini Megastar Amitabh Bachchan’s granddaughter Navya Naveli Nanda is growing up to be a gorgeous young lady. She is attractive and is blessed with a stunning figure which she was spotted flaunting in a teeny-weeny bikini.

Navya took to her Instagram page to post a picture of her in a two-piece blue bikini with her hair tied up. She is seen enjoying the sun and strolling on the beach with a deep blue sea in the backdrop. The young teen keeps sharing lovely pictures of her with her group of friends, and this smoking hot picture is surely eyegrabbing. This is not the first time that Navya has shared her picture in swimwear.

Sunjay is a third class man, I never wanted Karisma to marry him The latest divorce petition filed by Sunjay’s lawyer alleges that the actress married the Delhi-based businessman “in a calculated and clinical manner to pursue a lavish lifestyle”, according to a Mumbai Mirror report. The ex-couple have been fighting for a divorce for the past couple of years and the legal battle is getting murkier by the day.

The petition further alleges that Karishma married Sunjay as a rebound after her break up with Abhishek Bachchan and accused her of “failing as a wife, daughter-in-law and as a mother”. It also mentioned that she tried to portray him as a substance abuser, an alcoholic and a cheating husband, even as she had an affair, as per the tabloid. Taking offence to these allegations, Randhir Kapoor slammed Sunjay calling him a “third class man” and said he was always against Karishma marrying him.

She posted another picture sporting a bikini a few months ago when she had been on vacation to the Maldives with the Bachchan family. Navya, daughter of Shweta Bachchan and Nikhil Nanda studies in Sevenoaks School, London along with Shah Rukh Khan’s kids Aryan Khan and Suhana Khan. Infact, Navya first attracted media attention due to her friendship with Aryan. With her sharp features and good looks, Navya will surely give a good run for money to her contemporaries if and when she decides to take a plunge into Bollywood.

Navya comes from a family which boasts of some big names in the film industry like Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan. Even her paternal grandmother Ritu Nanda is the daughter of the legendary Raj Kapoor.

“Everyone knows our credentials. We are Kapoors. We don’t need to run after anyone’s money. We have been blessed with not only money, but our talent can support us for the rest of our lives,” he told The Hindustan Times. “Sunjay is a third class man. I never wanted Karishma marrying him. He has debauchery in his system and never cared for his wife. He has been giving her a lot of bull****, and has been living with another woman. The entire Delhi knows how he is. I would not like to say anything more than this,” he added.

The HT report also quoted Karishma’s lawyer Kranti Sathe denying the allegations made in Sunjay’s petition. “The allegations against Karishma are all false. We shall soon give a reply, but the onus is on Sunjay to prove these allegations in the court,” she said.

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Shah rukh doesn’t want to be dragged into a political or religious debate After the huge controversy for his comments on “extreme intolerance”, superstar Shah Rukh Khan does not want to be drawn into any political or religious debate.

King Khan who is in Kolkata was asked about the cancellation of Pakistani ghazal singer Ghulam Ali’s concert in Mumbai.

He responded, “Unfortunately because of the reactions I get when I answer something political or religious, I don’t think I will answer this question.” The ghazal maestro’s performance had been scheduled in Kolkata following the cancellation.

Shah Rukh was speaking to reporters at the launch of ‘Shades of Bengal’, a coffee table booked by Kansai Nerolac. The actor also wanted to be left out of the issue surrounding the new face of ‘Incredible India’ campaign. “I don’t have anything to do with it: neither was I recruited nor was I let go. Please leave me out of it,” he said. Shah Rukh came under fire for his comments on “extreme intolerance in the country” from a section of the society who labelled him as ‘anti-national’ and ‘Pakistani agent’. He later apologised for the comments. The controversy also affected the collection of his film ‘Dilwale’.

Protests were held against him and the film was stopped from screening in certain theatres. He also dodged a question on the reduction of his security cover and said he missed his constables. he said, “I miss them. Sometimes I give them a call to ask about their well-being. They used to take food for me and we used to eat ‘puri’ and rice together,” he then replied back and asked? “what kind of question is this?”

Shah Rukh also played safe when asked about West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Bannerjee’s preference for blue and white colour combinations. “I didn’t know that actually. I always wear blue jeans and white T-shirt and that’s my favourite,” he replied.

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Ex-Miss World Diana Hayden gives birth from her frozen egg Former Miss World and actress Diana Hayden became a proud mother of a baby girl born out of an egg she froze eight years ago! Diana reportedly gave birth at the Surya Mother and Child Hospital in Santa Cruz, Mumbai. Arya’s birth is proof that egg freezing which was considered technically difficult until a decade ago, works and could liberate woman from the constant worry of the ever ticking biological clock. Diana learnt about the egg freezing technology when she was 32 way back in 2006 and took the wise decision of freezing her eggs.

She froze 16 eggs between October 2007 and March 2008. “I froze my eggs for two reasons; I was busy with my career at that time and, more important, I was very clear that I was going to wait to fall in love and marry before having a baby,” the 42-yearold beauty said in her interaction with a leading daily.

“A career woman need not think about her biological clock and get pressurized into getting married earlier than she wants to or have a baby when she isn’t ready,” she added. Diana got married to American Collin Dick in September, 2013. The couple learned that Diana suffers from a condition called endometriosis which results from the appearance of endometrial tissue outside the womb. It makes it difficult for women to produce quality eggs. That is when Diana and Collin decided to attempt a testtube baby with Diana’s frozen eggs. Arya weighed 3.7kg and was 55cm long, while the average weight and length of newborns in India are 2.6kg and 48cm. Diana and Collin’s bundle of joy Arya is a marvel of the new age medical technology. Her birth is sure to instill a ray of hope and optimism in many woman who want to wait for the right moment to become a mother, be it for professional reasons or for being with the right partner.

John Abraham clicked with wife Priya Runchal at Bandra After a long time, John Abraham was spotted with his wife Priya Runchal. The couple were clicked outside a bungalow in Bandra where a party was believed to have been held. Veteran actor Jackie Shroff was also clicked outside the venue.

Priya was dressed in black while John donned a white shirt. Post marriage, since John and Priya were not seen together for a long time it gave rise to the rumour that all was not well between them. It was reported that long distance relationships had taken a toll on their married life and now the couple are heading for a divorce. John Abraham, who was then gearing up for his next release ‘Welcome Back’ was highly disappointed with the false reports and took to social media to clear the air surrounding his marriage. “All is superb in paradise… to set the record straight. Everything is beautiful in paradise. It is not true. You believe all that crap. I just feel bad when people put out things.

All is beautiful in my paradise,” John told PTI. “I was doing a comedy film but I did not know that comedy was happening outside my life…just put all this rumours to rest…there is nothing happening. It is all superb,” he added.

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Jennifer denies asking alimony from ex-hubby KSG Recently, there were reports that television actress Jennifer Winget had demanded a huge alimony from her estranged husband Karan Singh Grover. But, the ‘Hate Story 3’ actor has refused to pay the sum. Reports further stated that until the alimony deal is sealed, the actress will not sign the divorce papers which in turn will create a problem for Karan getting married to his rumoured lover Bipasha Basu.

Jennifer has denied any truth to these reports and wished Karan and Bipasha a happy life. The ‘Dil Mil Gayye’ actress took to her social media account to clarify the reports. She wrote, “To all my fans and well-wishers…2016 has begun on a resounding note for me across the work front…2016 promises to be a watershed year for me and I’m looking forward to it…I have firmly moved on as far as my past relationship goes and want to resolutely dispute media reports that I’m seeking alimony from my ex-husband…it’s actually incorrect…I’m delighted to learn that he’s moved on in life and would like to wish his partner & him all the very best in all their future endeavors.”

Rakhi Sawant’s brother arrested for molesting an actress Rakhi Sawant’s brother Rakesh Sawant was booked in a sexual harassment case. TV actress Ritu Khanna of ‘Jhansi Ki Rani’, ‘Main Lakshmi Tere Aangan Ki’, ‘Shankuntala’ and ‘Crime Patrol’ has filed a molestation case against Rakesh Sawant who was arrested by police following the complaint. The incident took place when Ritu Khanna went to a coffee shop with her boyfriend Rohit Kapoor at Lokhandwala. Rakesh was already present with his group of friends.

According to Ritu, Rakesh started passing comments towards her and also tried to click her photo with his mobile phone. Ritu’s boyfriend said that there was another couple who was sitting in the coffee shop and Rakesh did the same thing to them. The couple had complained to the manager about Rakesh before they entered the cafe. Ritu’s boyfriend also added that when he saw Rakesh clicking his girlfriend’s picture, he couldn’t control his anger and immediately called the police. According to sources, Rakesh was under the influence of alcohol. The actress filed a complaint at Oshiwara Police station.

Later, Rakesh was released on bail after he pleaded for his innocence.

Police are still investigating the case and acquired the CCTV footage of the coffee shop.

Iulia Vantur romances beau Salman Khan in a chalet Work and romance is going hand in hand for the Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. A picture was furnished on the internet which shows Salman Khan’s alleged girlfriend Iulia Vantur spending quality time at the actor’s chalet in Lonavla where the latter are shooting for the television reality show ‘Bigg Boss 9’.

The Romanian actress-anchor Iulia Vantur recently shared a picture of herself eating an apple on Twitter. She posted, “When u like it #watching #interesting #gotme.” The photo shows Iulia loafing on a brown leather sofa with a pink wall background which is quite similar to Sallu’s chalet. Salman Khan is slowly taking a step forward in love. lately Iulia and Salman Khan are spending most of their time together.

Just a day before the acquittal, It is also heard that when the court announced its verdict in Salman’s favour, Iulia bursts into tears.

The superstar also showers expensive gifts over his ladylove.

News surfaced that Sallu gifted a swanky car to his ladylove.

Definitely, wedding is on the cards for the most eligible bachelor of Bollywood!

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It’s all over: Katrina Kaif, Ranbir Kapoor officially split

An FIR has been lodged against Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddhiqui for assaulting a woman physically over a parking dispute.

The victim named, Hina Shaikh registered a case against Nawaz at the Versova police station in. The victim accused Nawaz of getting physical with her and slapping her over a parking issue. Arun Chavan, assistant commissioner of police, said, “We registered a case against Nawazuddin under IPC section 354 (assault or criminal force on woman with intent to outrage her modesty) based on the complainant’s version.

As of now we have not arrested any person, and are in the process of verifying the facts.”

All is not well in Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif’s paradise. According to the latest buzz, the lovebirds officially called it quits. There are many factors which lead to their breakup. Over the last few months, we have heard many stories of differences between Kat and Ranbir. But the duo shut the media by posing together for Shashi Kapoor’s annual Christmas lunch. One of the reasons cited for Katrina and Ranbir’s break-up is veteran actor and the actor’s mom Neetu Kapoor.

Speaking to ANI, the complainant, Hina Shaikh, said, “When a person started parking in society compound space, Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s bouncers came and started opposing. When I started taking pictures, Nawazuddin came out and physically assaulted me. Now that I have registered an FIR, I don’t fear anything.” Hina Shaikh’s mother said, “We had served several notices to him to vacate society’s compound space. Instead two bouncers were brought to oppose anyone attempting to park a vehicle in the compound. When my daughter started taking pictures, Nawazuddin and his brother assaulted her and verbally abused her.” Meanwhile, Nawazuddin’s brother Faiz Siddiqui has completely denied the allegations of physical assault and called it ‘fake’.

Neetu disliked the fact that her son moved out of Krishnaraj bungalow and went to stay with Kat. She even skipped the Christmas lunch due to Katrina. She once cut out Kat from the family picture. Like Deepika Padukune, she snubbed Katrina also. Secondly, Ranbir and Deepika Padukone’s closeness during ‘Tamasha’ promotions were cited to be one of the vital reasons of their break-up. Katrina’s

response to GQ magazine has raised many eyebrows, her reply indicates she didn’t like her beau’s closeness to Deepika, “I can’t enforce my will on the people in my life. Their choices are their own. I may not be happy with them but I hope that as they mature or as they evolve, their choices will change!”

Meanwhile, when Deepika was asked what was her take on Katrina’s ‘I can’t enforce my will on the people in my life’ comment. In an interview to Filmfare, Padukone said, “I don’t read between the lines. I take people at face value.” At the trailer launch of ‘Fitoor’, when Kat was questioned about her relationship with Ranbir, she rather gave a weird reply which hinted that all is not well between the couple. At the Manish Malhotra fashion show, when the diva was quizzed about the news, she chose to maintain a dignified silence instead. “I don’t think this is the right platform for this. Let’s keep it to Manish and the show tonight,” she told reporters.

In 2013, Ranbir and Katrina moved in together.

The Ibiza beach photo surfaced all over the net and described how close they were. Kat also tried to win the heart of the Kapoor’s and they too partially accepted her. However this just proves that not all love stories have a happy ending.

However, denying the allegation, the actor’s manager, Anup Pandey said, “It is a false case. The case has been registered without investigation. It is a society issue which has been going on for a long time,” Pandey told PTI. “There was an argument, but no hatha pai (exchange of physical blows) as claimed in the complaint. We will take the matter up.”

On the work front, the 41-year-old actor is currently gearing up for the release of his next venture, ‘Manjhi -The Mountain Man’.

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Hallmark of Bollywood

-----Dabboo Ratnani When it comes to hallmark of Bollywood success, glamour photographer Dabboo Ratnani’s annual calendar has become quite a yardstick in B-Town. Ratnani’s focus this year seems to be on young blood, with many of Bollywood’s GenNow stars finding space in his calendar. Every major star wants to be on its pages. Most budding stars would tell you being featured on the calendar are as good as winning a popular award. Even those who do not manage to get into the pages of the calendar, at least try to get into the launch party.

The young brigade of Bollywood sparks magic and looks sensuous. Anushka Sharma poses in a backless dress, Parineeti Chopra flaunts her new look while Kriti Sanon looks incredibly hot.

The ‘Dabangg’ actress Sonakshi Sinha dons a tribal look, Shraddha Kapoor is too hot to handle in a short hot pants while Varun Dhawan coloured himself.

Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon have given a couple of really sexy photo-ops for the 2016 calendar while Shraddha Kapoor and Athiya Shetty have struck pretty cute poses. Shah Rukh Khan was the lone senior superstar spotted at the do. SRK has been a constant on every calendar Ratnani has shot for well over a decade.

The launch party for the 2016 edition of Dabboo’s calendar was a star-studded affair as every year. The ace shutterbug turned up with wife Manisha and children Myrah, Kiaara and Shivaan to welcome the guests. Adnan Sami’s arrival with wife Roya threw the shutterbugs in a minor tizzy - this was Sami’s first public appearance since he officially became an Indian citizen a while back, and the singer naturally looked very happy.

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Madrid | Barcelona | Valencia

Spain is a country of large geographical and cultural diversity, often a surprise for tourists who are expecting to find a country mostly known for beach tourism. Travel to Spain and you will find everything, from lush meadows, green valleys, hills and snowy mountains in the Northern regions to almost desert zones in the South. Its beaches are also famous and worth visiting, small and charming creeks in the North and wide white sand beaches on the South and Western parts of the country, without forgetting the exotic black sand beaches of the volcanic Canary Islands.

Every year millions of tourists decide travel to Spain, the country has been one of the most important tourist destinations of the last decades becoming the third most popular travel destination in Europe.

One of the better known cities is Madrid, capital city of Spain.

Due to its central location, in the heart of Spain it has excellent communications with the rest of the provinces and is seat to the Spanish government and to the Royal Palace where the kings of Spain usually dwell. The city features distinctly winding streets, all of which seem to be heading either up or down and gather in the central square in the centre of the city.

Barcelona is probably one of the favourite destinations for tourists, a worldwide known city whose name recalls the awesome art of the architect Gaudi, the celebration of the 1992 Olympic games, and the cosmopolitan atmosphere of its streets. Tourism in the city offers also the possibility of enjoying its beaches and water sports.

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hile its economic reputation has taken a battering, Greece remains a premier-league travel destination.

Its incredible historic sites span four millennia, encompassing both the legendary and the obscure. Its convoluted coastline is punctuated by superb beaches, while its mountainous interior urges you to dust off your hiking boots and explore.

Yet perhaps its greatest riches are the islands, ranging from backwaters where the boat calls twice a week to resorts as cosmopolitan as any in the Mediterranean.

Endless miles of aquamarine coastline, sun-bleached ancient ruins, strong feta and stronger ouzo – the Greek landscape thrills, and the Greek people are passionate about politics, coffee, art and gossiping. Let’s take an overview of the best of Greece.

Cape Sounion Situated at the southernmost tip of the Attica peninsula, Cape Sounion is best known as the site of the ruins of the ancient Greek temple of Poseidon, the God of the sea. The remains are perched on the headland, surrounded on three sides by the sea. The site is a popular dayPage 48

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excursion for tourists from Athens, with accessible and rewarding target is the sunset over the Aegean Sea, as viewed wonderful Víkos Gorge. from the ruins, a sought-after spectacle.

Halkidiki Thessaloniki Halkidiki is a trident-like peninsula Thessaloniki is Greece’s second- near the city of Thessaloniki, sporting largest city and the capital city of the excellent beaches. The three separate Macedonian region of Northern Greece. peninsulas can be roughly summarized Lively festivals, social events and a as follows: Kassandra has the nightlife, buzzing nightlife make this city the Sithonia has the beaches and Athos has cultural capital of Greece. Comprised the monks. Being closest to Thessaloniki, of a historic city center and commercial Kassandra is more built-up, while the district, Thessaloniki offers both old and quieter Sithonia has campgrounds, hidden new attractions from its Byzantine walls, coves and clear waters. Both are popular White Tower and Turkish baths to colorful with Greek and Eastern European tourists. food markets, museums and art galleries. Much of the easternmost peninsula Thessaloniki’s nightlife is unmatched. belongs to the Mount Athos monastic From small taverns to nightclubs and community. It’s accessible by boat and other entertainment venues, Thessaloniki open to male pilgrims only. offers it all.

Peloponnese Zagori Shaped much like a large leaf, Zagori is a region of great natural beauty, Peloponnese was traditionally called with striking geology and two national Morea, which means mulberry leaf. parks, in northwestern Greece. Its Located in the southernmost region of dense forests and rugged mountains are both Europe and Greece, Peloponnese is a furrowed by powerful rivers and dotted wide peninsula connected to the mainland with traditional villages, many featuring by the Rio-Antirrio Bridge. Interspersed grand stone houses dating from the late with classical Greek temples, Venetian eighteenth century. The best way to fortresses, Byzantine churches and enjoy the area is by hiking the numerous Mycenaean palaces, Peloponnese echoes paths connecting the villages. The most the ancient cultures and events from its

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Ancient Delphi Theater

Athens Greece City buildings

extensive history. Among these ancient historic monasteries perched along the ruins is Olympia, where the first Olympic summits? Dating back to the 14th and 16th centuries, the monasteries at Meteora Games were hosted in honor of Zeus. were built by monks seeking spiritual Delphi isolation and freedom from religious persecution.

Second to the Acropolis in Athens, Delphi is Greece’s most popular archaeological Crete site. Located about two and half hours from Athens along the slopes of the awe- The largest of the Greek islands, Crete inspiring Mount Parnassus, Delphi was is a spacious land of pleasing contrasts once revered by the ancient Greeks as where landscapes range from stunning the center of the earth. Dedicated to the coastline to rugged mountains and God, Apollo, Delphi was an important rolling countryside dotted with olive oracle. In ancient times, people would trees. Bustling metropolitan cities spread come to this sacred spot to inquire of the beyond to quiet villages centered on priestess for advice on a wide range of outdoor coffee shops. Steeped in history, topics from farming to relationships and Crete still bears archaeological traces of politics. Significant ruins and structures the many civilizations that inhabited it at Delphi include the Temple of Apollo, down through the centuries. the Athenian Treasury, the theater and hippodrome that once hosted events of the Athens ancient Pythian Games.

Inhabited for more than 3,000 years, Athens is widely known as the cradle of Meteora Western civilization and the birthplace of The Greek word Meteora means democracy. The city presents a confusing “suspended in the air,” and this phrase blend of historical and modern features. aptly describes the spectacular cliffs that Athens is famous for its archaeological rise more than 1,200 feet (366 meters) ruins and monuments such as the famous into the air overlooking the villages of Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Ancient Kalambaka and Kastraki in the north Agora and the Theatre of Dionysos just central mainland of Greece. What makes to name a few. However, Athens is not these cliffs even more inspiring are the just about ancient ruins. This bustling city

Single ancient Column in Kos island

is also an important center for business, culture and nightlife.

Greek Islands The beautiful and exotic Greek islands lure droves of tourists every year, making them one of the world’s top travel destinations.

With more than 2,000 islands to choose from they may initially be bewildered by their number and variety. From gorgeous beaches, ancient ruins, colorful harbors and active volcanoes the Greek islands have it all. Part of the Cyclades group, Santorini is among the most picturesque islands and definitely one of the best places to visit in Greece. Also part of the Cyclades, Mykonos features a modern, cosmopolitan society blended with traditional whitewashed houses and maze-like streets. Located in the Aegean Sea near the coast of Turkey, Rhodes is the capital and largest island of the Dodecanese archipelago, popular for its great beaches and historical significance.

The northernmost of Greece’s Ionian Islands, Corfu was controlled by many foreign powers, notably the Venetians and British, which is reflected in its culture and the architecture on the island.

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LEGAL LIFESTYLE

It Pays to Plan Ahead

Understanding your Legal Relationship with your spouse

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Adv. Veerash Srikison

ove is always in the air and most times it leads to a union of two people who see nothing but happy days ahead.

While the wedding plans are underway with loads of decisions to be made one the thrills and frills of the big day, one very important decision to be made yet may feel like a dreaded discussion, is the marital regime you will be in once your marriage is finalised in a civil union. You must both find the time, in between making a guest list and adding the final touches to your wedding trousseau, to understand the financial and legal implications of how you both intend to be recognised as spouses in terms of the Matrimonial Property Act of 1984 in South African law.

consent of the other spouse. This may prove problematic should problems arise within your marriage and joint consent becomes difficult to obtain.

If one spouse should die, the estate of both the deceased and surviving spouse will be wound up It should not be uncomfortable to discuss wheth- because it is a joint estate. er or not to enter into a marriage contract as if you are pre-empting a divorce and worry about • A Marriage Out of Community of Property: the other person getting cold feet, because your choice of a marital regime protects each of you An ante nuptial contract( ANC) drafted and agreed in the event of death or divorce and your finan- between the two of you, before marriage, means cial security beyond that depends on these initial that you are married out of community of property. The law recognises the married couple as discussions. two separate entities. Spouses can include any Unfortunately, this is one decision you cannot provisions they want in their ANC provided these postpone until after the honeymoon. Once you provisions are not against the law, good morals are married it is difficult to change your matrimo- or nature of the marriage and spouses can decide nial property regime without involving the court. on the financial consequences of their marriage.

It is therefore important to know your options and understand some of the basic legal implications There are two types of ante nuptial contracts: outlined below of the options you have for your civil marriage: • Ante nuptial contract without accrual • A Marriage in Community of Property:

• Ante nuptial contract with accrual

In South Africa, after 1988, two people will auto- Ante Nuptial Contract without accrual: matically be married in community of property if they have not entered into an ante nuptial contract In this contract both of you agree that assets (ANC). acquired before or during the marriage remain separate throughout the course of the marriage.

‘In community of property’ means that all assets This means that assets are never shared and and debt of both spouses before their marriage each spouse will always have a separate estate. are put into a joint estate, All assets and debt If one of you goes insolvent, creditors may not acquired during the marriage are also put into the attach the assets of the other. joint estate. The spouses are co-owners of the joint estate, each owning a 50% share.

In the event of death or divorce, you are entitled only to those assets you have accrued in your These assets and debt are also shared between name eg. should one of you choose to stay at them upon dissolution of the marriage (divorce) home to raise children, that spouse would not be subject to the courts discretion. This might seem entitled to the assets accumulated by the other ideal since you both believe you are entering the upon death or dissolution of the marriage. marriage as equals, however if one of you gets into financial trouble, creditors have a claim Ante Nuptial Contract with accrual: against both of you. One spouse cannot perform certain legal acts without the written consent of The accrual system is based on an idea that marthe other spouse, for instance, a spouse can- riage is a partnership and is given recognition by not buy or sell immovable property without the a tailored ANC for a specific couple.

To begin the contract each spouse states the net commencement value of their respective assets at the beginning of marriage and assets acquired before the marriage are excluded from the accrual. Once the marriage has been formalised any assets accrued during the marriage are managed by each spouse in their own estate. When the marriage ends through death or divorce, each spouse’s estate is valued again. The values are compared to show the accrual in each spouse’s property since marriage, taking inflation into account. Once liabilities are deducted, spouses then share their gains made during the marriage, this benefits the economically weaker spouse.

In this instance also, if one of you goes into debt, it cannot be claimed from the estate of the other.

In order from either of you benefitting from the accrual, an ANC must be entered into.

With this information in mind, you both should think carefully as to what marital regime will be ideal to enter into. Marriage is a work in progress and it would be best to know your legal and financial responsibilities from the outset so that you can both understand the expectations you have of each other as you progress through your milestones.

Submitted by Adv. Veerash Srikison, an internationally accredited civil and commercial mediator, at Fair Practice in Johannesburg.

For information on mediation and to book an appointment contact: Fair Practice - Mediation Services (011) 046 2644 info@fairpractice.co.za www.fairpractice.co.za *Please note that the contents of this article are not a substitute for a professional consultation.

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MUSIC FEATURE

T

Mika Singh

his singer has enthralled the audience with his incredible and unique voice.

The Punjabi background to his songs has become a hit with youngsters who groove to his dance numbers. In a short span of time he has become the most famous name with all the music directors. Let’s look at his journey to Bollywood

How did you become a singer?

I was born in Durgapur, but brought up in Patiala. I am the youngest of six brothers and we were all into music. I actually wanted to become a music director and thought that to become that, you need to learn instruments, so I learnt how to play the guitar, tabla and drum set. My oldest brother had moved to the US and was driving a taxi there. Dalerji, who is nine years older to me, also moved there and started driving our Khalsa cabs that we owned. But he did not like it, he fought and came back to Delhi in 1991 to become a singer. I too shifted along with him. I was just 15 and got a band Page 52

together for Dalerji by teaching them to play instruments. The band obviously, had Dalerji as its lead singer. In 1995, ‘Bolo Ta Ra Ra Ra’ became a huge hit.

I then composed ‘Dardi Rab Rab’ for him that too became a hit. In 1998, one of his managers told me, ‘You can become a big star if you sing yourself.’ I told him, ‘I don’t want to become a singer, I only want to become a music director.’

That’s the time I composed ‘Saawan Mein Lag Gayi Aag’ in Hindi, as I had to distinguish my work from Daler paaji. I never knew that it would become a hit.

If I made `1,000 being a part of Dalerji’s band, I started making `50,000, so khoon lag gaya mujhe. Even though I was not a good singer, people had made me one. For three years, I did riyaaz for singing and I released ‘Gabru’ in 2001 that became a big thing within the Punjabi circuit. By this time, I had become a full-fledged singer.

won’t struggle. I am a born star and they thought I was mad. In 2006, I came to Mumbai just to prove my friends wrong.

Someone told me that Shah Rukh Khan owned a Prado. So I bought a Hummer.

My friend Shaan, the singer, told me, ‘Are you mad? You have come in a Hummer and you think anyone is going to give you a song. Go and buy a Santro or get off an auto, so that music directors taras kha ke give you work’. I said, ‘I can’t do that as with so much difficulty, I have created this image, that too, with just singing three songs.’ Hummer ka plus point was that everyone came to know there is a Mika. Luckily, Sanjay Gupta met me and he liked my work. I went to Sanjay’s house and he made me hear a song. I did not like it and I told him it should be sung differently. He must have thought that ek toh I am giving him a chance and on top of that, he has the cheek to tell me that he doesn’t like it. But he called me after six months and ‘Ae Ganpat’ happened.

How did Bollywood happen?

And then the ‘Rakhi Sawant’ controversy happened and people thought that maybe My friends told me, ‘Mika, don’t go to Mika wants to become famous only Bollywood as it’s very difficult’. But I through controversies. In 2007, one, my said the day I come, I will hit a sixer, I song had become a hit and two, I had

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“Shah Rukh Khan owned a Prado. So I bought a Hummer” become famous.

Most of your songs have a You have been complimented about your work by al the Bollywood biggies Punjabi background? like Big B and Shah Rukh Khan.

‘Jitne aashiqu hua hain’, ‘woh saare Punjab ke hi huen hain’, except ‘Romeo and Juliet’. Punjabi ka jo sad songs hain, woh kamaal ka hai, sufi bahut kamaal hai, dance numbers and even ghazals are fantastic. Sabse zyaada josh agar kisi gaano mein hai toh woh Punjabi mein hai. I am not being partial, I also sing in Bengali, Kannad, Telugu, Tamil and will be singing in Gujrati too very soon.

Those were the biggest compliments ever. I feel completely humbled by their remarks. I have never gone buttering anyone and asking anyone for giving me a song to sing. My work shows and I really feel proud of the work that I have done which has earned me so much of respect and given me a place in the industry.

Is Dalerji happy with your work?

The lyrics of your songs are criticized People sometimes consider you quite When i separated from Dalerji’s band to by many from within and outside the egoistic with the kind of looks that you make my own stand, he was very upset. industry? sport?

In fact he was worried that I could not Such words have always been prevalent in do anything. Every time that we would I don’t care whether I am singing for a big Bollywood and it’s nothing new. “Yeh toh meet up he would insult me. But that has or a small star. I just want to sing a good shuru se hai. But yes, it’s bad if someone made me a strong person and I got the song. I will never go and beg anyone to uses gaalee in songs. If you see the older inspiration to do something on my own. give me songs. I feel that if my work is film’s songs, usmein bhi lyrics aise hi His words still hit my ears but I am glad good, songs will come to me on their own. suggestive hoti thi. Toh yeh audience that he said it to me. He is of course now I will not sing if you don’t want to use my ko pasand aate hain. We are not doing very happy and proud of me. voice. I have a target of only having two anything different, it has always been like hit songs in a year. I only chase shows You are known for all the charity work that. if I am mad about them. I do 200 shows that you do. You recently donated Rs. 5 a year. I take a bath every evening at 6, Are you concentrating more on your lakhs to the Police at the Umang Show? thinking that I have a show even if I don’t. albums these days?

At the Umang Show I performed on my I believe that you need to have an image and style. Once I wear my sunglasses, I am doing both simultaneously. My upcoming track Billo. It feels very happy then I can’t see any superstar in front of only problem is i can’t say no to anyone. to perform for them. They were also very me. I am very egoistic when it comes to I actually wanted to finish work on my happy and enjoyed my performance. As my work. I am both super mental and a albums first but Bollywood keeps coming. far as charity goes, it is something that I prefer to do and then not prefer to speak. super singer.

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Jacqueline performs

21st

Annual Life OK

Screen Awards

Ranveer Singh performance

Sonakshi Sinha

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SCREEN AWARDS

21st Annual Life OK Screen Awards, held at MMRDA Grounds, Bandra-Kurla Complex. The evening was made special by the stars that walked the red carpet. Priyanka Chopra, sporting a vintage look in a pale pink gown, took home the Best Actor (Female) award for her performance in ‘Mary Kom’ while Shahid Kapoor, looking dapper in a sharp, dark brown suit, got Best Actor (Male) for his Hamlet act in Vishal Bhardwaj’s ‘Haider’. Matching up to their glamour quotient was Tabu, who came dressed in a red sari.

Priyanka Chopra, Deepika Padukone, Anurag Kashyap Flanked by actors Priyanka Chopra and Deepika Padukone, filmmaker Anurag Kashyap wasn’t complaining. The three shared a light moment backstage as each one of them walked away with the coveted trophy.

He arrived on stage manning a tank as ‘Jee karda’, the song from his next film, Badlapur, played in the background. Dressed in combat clothes, he jumped off the tank, however did not have smooth landing, which led to him injuring his foot. Yet, without flinching, Varun Dhawan went on to deliver a lively performance, showing that he was in pain only once he stopped for a breather, before his next act. His reward was a resounding applause by the audience and a word of praise by Deepika Padukone who told him how his mother, who was in the audience, was proud of him.

The evening, however, belonged to the winners of quality cinema for 2014. It was heart-warming to see the entire team of ‘Queen’ in attendance to receive the Best Film Award. The film’s director, Vikas Bahl, took home the Best Director trophy. On a similar note, the entire crew of ‘Manjunath’ came on stage to receive the prestigious Ramnath Goenka Award for making a courageous film on the slain whistle blower, Manjunath Shanmugam. For ‘Happy New Year’, Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika received the Best Actor in Popular category awards for Male and Female respectively.

To supplement the award distribution were some entertaining acts by the younger stars. Sidharth Malhotra played host, while Tiger Shroff, Shraddha Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Malaika Arora Khan entertained the audience.

Shah Rukh Khan not only grooved but also hosted a segment that the audience loved.

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Shriya Saran

Ranveer Singh

Shilpa Shetty

Sonakshi Sinha

Sapna Pabbi

Raveena Tandon

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FILMFARE ABSOLUTE ELYX AWARDS

Irfan Khan

Athiya Shetty

Tanisha Mukherjee

Sonam Kapoor

Kanika Kapoor

Huma Quershi

Divya Khosla Kumar

Tisca Chopra

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Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan

Gulshan Grover

Urvashi Rautela

Sana Khan

Bhoomi Padnekar

Gauhar Khan

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hoto Diary Hrihtik birthday bash

Lisa Ray at Ultra Therapy

Wazir press meet

Priyanka Chopra at Peoples Choice event

Raveena promotes Chota Bheem animated series

Shilpa at Baba Ramdev yoga camp

Katrina Kaif at Mumbai Amarathon

Parineeti and Big B at Cleanathon

Preity Zinta at an airport

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John at a fitness expo

Jacqueline at Kalina for educational event

Salman Khan at a fitness expo

Evelyn at Poonawala Race

Big B and Jaya at Art of Time store launch

Aditi at Jade showroom

Koena Mitra photo shoot

Ranbir Kapoor snapped

Akshay at Badminton league launch

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Contribution;

hoto Fakir Hassen Diary

Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, did the official opening of the Johannesburg Gurudwara Sahib on Sunday 22 November 2015. With her from left to right are Harbinder Singh Sethi, Chairman of the Gurudwara Sahib of Johannesburg; Indian High Commissioner Ruchi Ghanashyam; and Vikram Singh Sahney, President of the World Punjabi Organisation.

Among the many guests were Indian Consul-General Randhir Jaiswal and Alok Panday.

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The youth group presented some items, much to the delight of the audience.

The annual graduation of students of the Zia-Ul-Uloom in Lenasia. Combined with the Meelad of the Prophet (PBUH), saw two students being honoured for having become Hafez by memorising the entire Qur’an. Almost 3 000 guests attended the event.

The staff of the Zee TV head office in Johannesburg showed their team spirit with a dress specially designed for them.

The Pretoria Muslim Brigade made history when they marched through the corridors of Sun City and into the SuperBowl at the start of the Sonu Nigam concert recently.

Johannesburg City Parks was one of the many recipients of the annual PMR Africa Awards for business excellence. Marketing Manager Jenny Moodley accepted the awards. www.saindiamagazine.com

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February 2016

Astrology Forecast By

Eminent and Renowned International Astrologer

Manish Kumar Arora

manish@manishastrologer.com Aries ( 21 March - 19 April ) - You'll find yourself with a lot of enthusiasm. You definitely have the confidence to persuade those around you and your trustworthiness will also help get the results you're looking for. You'll really feel as though you're accomplishing exactly what you've been needing and wanting. It could be time to share some news or make an announcement of your achievements. You could also find a new way to go about things and a fresh perspective will keep you motivated to keep reaching for more.

Favorable Dates : Feb 6, 8, 15, 17, 24, 26 Favorable Colors : Blue & Green.

Taurus ( 20 April - 20 May ) - You might be feeling like you've been focusing too much on yourself and not others. It's time to reach out and open up more with your feelings and let yourself merge your emotions with others. Be careful not to let jealousy get in the way of getting closer to someone. Things have been stressing you out lately and no one seems to be aware that you need just a little bit of support. If you've focused too much on work, you'll be able to have things slow down a little and will be able to take a little time for your own enjoyment too.

Favorable Dates : Feb 7, 9, 16, 18, 25, 27 Favorable Colors : Purple & Yellow.

Gemini ( 21 May - 20 June ) - This is your journey to make and while it might not turn out as you've planned it, you'll end up exactly where you need to be. Be thankful for the opportunities you're given and don't be upset if you feel you've made a mistake. Conditions are favorable if you're willing to put the effort in, otherwise you could end up missing out on a crucial opportunity. Make sure the connections you make aren't superficial and you really are sincere with your dealings. Communication with colleagues will improve.

Favorable Dates : Feb 1, 5, 10, 14, 19, 23 Favorable Colors : Blue & Yellow.

Cancer ( 21 June - 22 July ) - Your popularity rises, invitations arrive, and optimism buoys your steps. Watch out for a clandestine romantic attraction. Make sure you take time for power naps, sleep eight hours, eat and dress sensibly. Guard your reputation - or at least think of it. Your contacts with governments and institutions, your spiritual, charitable side, blessed. partnerships (in love and/or business) will transform, grow deeper and more interesting - perhaps via a struggle or two, as you and your other half jockey for position, for strength and to settle "who's in charge" in certain areas. Favorable Dates : Feb 7, 9, 16, 18, 25, 27. Favorable Colors : White & Red. Leo ( 23 July22 - August ) - All sorts of projects and friendships you've made in the past will bear fruit, or lead you on to something new. You may have to take on more responsibility, or find that something you've started is going to take more time and energy than you'd thought at first.. This month brings intriguing people and opportunities. A mellow, understanding mood flows over you.Expect uplifting news on the home front. You're feeling brighter, more cheerful - the four weeks ahead will intensify these good feelings. You might have sensed big changes looming. Favorable Dates : Feb 1, 4, 10, 13, 19, 22 Favorable Colors : Yellow & Red. Virgo ( 23 August22 - September ) - Your focus has been diverted in a million directions lately and you've lost sight of what's right in front of you. This month has you able to bring things into a balance. This is a good time to take relationships to the next level. Not only are you ready for changes but also you're ready for commitments that previously you would not have thought twice about accepting. Have faith you're doing the right thing and you'll be able to see that you can accomplish what you have your heart set on.

Favorableb Dates : Feb 6, 8, 15, 17, 24, 26bFavorable Colors : White & Red. Libra ( 23 September - 22 October )- An investment opportunity might appear grab it. The same goes for intimacy, a lifestyle change or commitment seize change with both hands. Wisdom and a mellow mood flow over you. Your career, business, ambitions and prestige meet good luck. Success awaits you in intellectual, legal or international dealings, in media, publishing, advertising, far travel and social rituals.

If single, you'll experience a deep tug toward someone. Marriage could result. If you're married, show loyalty and affection - it will bounce back to you . Favorable Dates : Feb 2, 3, 11, 12, 20, 21 Favorable Colors : White & Yellow.

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Scorpio ( 23 October - 21 November ) - This month gives you a new start at things. If you know where you're headed, take the leap. Otherwise, you might want to take a look at what you're getting yourself in to. Bright new opportunities shine in February, and old opportunities return for a second go-round. You've been diligent in your dealings lately and have worked hard for what you have. Keep up the great work and you'll be fabulously rewarded. If you're needing assistance, this could be the time to reach out for that helping hand.

Favorable Dates : Feb 2, 5, 11, 14, 20, 23 Favorable Colors : Purple & Red. Sagittarius (22 November - 21 December ) - This month brings your time to shine and to grab spotlight attention. This could produce a happening time for creative and entrepreneurial undertakings. You should see more action (lucrative potentials, social opportunity, financial upswings, romantic prospects) and more synchronistic advantages from mid month onward. The connections and alliances you make now and in coming months can be significant in terms of career advancement and professional status.

Favorable Dates : Feb 2, 9, 11, 18, 20, 27 Favorable Colors : Yellow & Red. Capricorn ( 22 December - 19 January ) - This month will intensify your drive to create a better foundation for yourself financially and emotionally. It could launch you a new direction regarding work, or a home or family situation. This will naturally find you wanting to put the extra effort forward, at least initially. The widening disparity between where you want to be and where you actually are will provide enough incentive to make you try harder. For some, it can signal a residence move, for others, the start of your own business. Conflict with a particular family member (a parent, a child) can flare up. Favorable Dates : Feb 6, 7, 15, 16, 24, 25 Favorable Colors : Green & Red. Aquarius ( 20 January - 18 February ) - A new job or circumstance could stimulate and revitalize you in unexpected ways. Something unexpected or unplanned could provide a welcome distraction from recent pressures, or an unexpected easy way out. Past mid month is also the time to expand, to explore, and to reach higher. This month also brings you easy, casual sensual relationships, but not ones that necessarily fit your long-term needs. Favorable Dates : Feb 1, 9, 10, 18, 19, 27 Favorable Colors : White & Blue.

Pisces ( 19 February - 20 March ) - This month brings an important time to stay organized and on top of what is necessary.

Use your time as efficiently as you can, improve your client base and work on your friendships too. If you'll follow this advice, you'll gain a step up on. Follow your gut instincts and take more risks. Lucrative stars offer promise for long-term benefit It's also a time of self-discovery that could help you to unearth natural talents and resources that may have been untapped as yet.

Favorable Dates : Feb 2, 3, 11, 12, 20, 21 Favorable Colors : White & Blue.