TheNation
MARCH 20, 2011
UNTIL YOU ACCEPT DEFEAT NO ONE CAN CONQUER YOU:
REEMA
EXCLUSIVE SHOOT OF
DEEPAK PERWANI’S LAWN COLLECTION STYLE | TRENDS | BOOKS | INTERVIEWS | GOSSIP | Q&A | SOCIETY
INSIDE THIS WEEK MARCH 20, 2011
SOCIETY
on the happenings and events in your 08 Report metropolis
INTERVIEW
with Reema about her 28 Innewconversation ďŹ lm and her career as a host
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a spell on everyone with new Five Star 32 Cast Lawn Collection
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Lawn extravaganza just got wider and bigger this year with many ace designers joining the league
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EDITOR’S NOTE Dear readers we are back with another issue of Sunday Plus exclusively for you. There is no let up in exclusive interviews and stories. As the temperature has started soaring, all women think about is lawn. Be part of the great lawn revolution underway in the world of fashion. Meet ace designers Sana Safinaz, Deepak Perwani, Nomi Ansari, and HSY who have joined the league to bring the lawn revolution. This week we bring to you exclusive interview of the charming queen of Lollywood Reema Khan. On our style pages we give you the treat of showcasing exclusively the iconic designer Deepak Perwani’s lawn collection. For art lovers we bring to you artist ---- masterpieces. And don’t forget to see our section ‘Picks of the week’ for best buys.
DÉCOR
iconic designer Deepak Perwani is Saeed talks about how colours 42 The 56 Amina debuting with his exclusive lawn collection can both affect our mood
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60 Astrological forecast for the week
HOLLYWOOD
by Talat Dabir presenting 62 Exhibition sculptures in a totally different fashion
Pakistan’s only licensed professional private investigation company
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Send us your comments and feed at splus@nation. com.pk
EDUCATION
There is a need to mobilize grass root level initiatives in piloting programmes
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PICKS OF THE WEEK
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SUNDAY PLUS Editor-in-Chief Majid Nizami Deputy Managing Director Rameeza Nizami Group Editor: Salim Bokhari Editor Magazine: Emanuel Sarfraz Editorial Staff: Bishakha Khadka Kunwar, Madiha Syedain, Sadaf Pervez & Navirah Zafar Creative Head: Faiz-ur-Rehman Creative Team: Shoaib Qadir, Faisal Fazal, Talal Waheed, HM. Nouman For advertising: Bilal Mahmood, 0300 - 8493206 Muhammad Zaeem 0301 - 8463306 Salman Ahmed 0300 - 4116792 Shiraz Akbar 0333 - 2310851
SOCIETY
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LAHORE: Vaneeza recently showcased her lawn collection 2011, which is inspired by the rich cultural heritage of several regions as well as other countries including our own. The event was managed by Savvy PR & Events.
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Shehzad, Umar Saeed, Zaib Ali, Sofia, Sara, Juggnu & Nosheen
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LAHORE: Recently Crescent Lawn unveiled its new collection at PFDC. This collection is brought to you by Crescent Group which consists of Stoneage, Bloodline & Crescent Bahuman. The event was organized by Amir Mazhar @ Savvy PR & Events.
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KARACHI: Crescent Lawn Collection 2011 the first ever lawn collection by STONEAGE was launched at Pearl Continental. Crescent Lawn, yet another jewel in the crown of Crescent group’s brand family. Unlike traditional fashion shows, this particular fashion show stood out from a mile. There a revolving stage where the models were coming from. The lawn has been designed by the very talented Rabiya Farooq.
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LAHORE: Sukh Chan Wellness Club recently celebrated its 2nd international Women’s Day Awards. The programme was hosted by C.E.O Mrs. Nina Akbar. The event was anchored by Arooj Nasir. More than 300 ladies attended the event.
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1 Chief Guest Wife of Governor Musarrat Latif Khosa, Nina Akbar, Mehnaz Rafi, Shazia Manzoor, Mehreen, Bushra Aitzaz, Sofia & Mrs Raouf 2 Tayyaba & Sofia Mirza 3 Abida, Zizi, Nosheen, Shahida, Shazia 4 Thaora & Arooj 5 Amina & Farheen 6 Saba Waseem & Mehreen Syed 18 SUNDAY PLUS March 20, 2011
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Huma Adnan, Nabila Maqsood, T U Dawood & Naseem Hameed
Aamna Haider Isani & Andleeb Rana Farhan
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LAHORE: Karachi based designer Tena Durrani recently launched her inaugural collection at Fashion Pakistan Lounge. The event was organised by Bilal Mukhtar Events & PR.
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Humaira Bilour & Rezz Aly Shah
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INTERVIEW By BISHAKHA KUNWAR
REEMA: UNTIL YOU ACCEPT DEFEAT NO ONE CAN CONQUER YOU�
Having acted in more than 200 films, Reema has groomed herself to a greater extent. She opens herself about her upcoming directorial and production venture, probable marriage this year as well as her passion for children.
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INTERVIEW
FAVO-METER
• GADGETS YOU LOVE…BLACKBERRY • BRANDS YOU BUY…GUCCI, LOUIS VUITTON • COLOURS…BLACK, NAVY BLUE, WHITE, MAROON, GREEN • BOOK…MOSTLY ASHFAQ AHMED BOOKS AND POETRY FROM FAIZ AHMED FAIZ • MOVIE…GLADIATOR • PERFUMES…IT’S A SECRET (LIMITED EDITION PERFUME) Our very special session scheduled for an afternoon turns instantly, impromptu, into a casual evening chat. Her skin is radiant, her long black mane tumbles onto her face and there is no denying that she has been the queen of Lollywood for almost two decades. To put it simply, Reema looks fantastic. It should not be surprising, given the number of times we have watched her on screen and in various advertorials, but it is. Despite having been in the limelight for over two decades, she is still in her prime. Perhaps I had never seen her in person before or maybe the reason might be simple that Reema gets prettier with each passing year. Reema’s respect for her work as well as her professionalism is both on display during our rendezvous. She is easy to talk to, exceptionally jovial and simply straightforward and not to forget she casts her spell wherever she goes. Besides being extremely easy to talk to, a goodwill ambassador to many causes, and somewhat outspoken, Reema has been recognised with PTV National Award from Prime Minister Gilani in 2010, the only one to be honoured after Madam Noor Jehan. These recognitions are in addition to hundreds of laurels that she has been honoured with. The star is currently juggling a career in hosting television show and a high profile career as a director and producer. She is all set to release her second directorial and production venture. Perhaps it is because of her lack of training in direction that she was highly criticized for. But she proved all wrong when she was bagged the best actress and director awards at the Lux Style Awards 2006. To pre-empt her critics, Reema decries and shuns all those who have bashed her. It is true that Reema’s charisma is monumental, but her talent as an actress and now as a director/producer should not be underestimated. It is clearly evident that she does not have the narcissism that most in our industry possess. This stunning superstar has emerged as a winner once again because she lives with an idea “until you accept defeat no one can conquer you”. In conversation with the Sunday Plus, Reema talks about her new film, Love Mein Gum, her career as a host, her plans for marriage this year and her intense passion for children. BK: How has the transition from film actress to TV host and finally to a director/producer been for you? Which medium do you prefer the most? Reema: I have done almost two hundred movies, enjoyed my acting career to the fullest. Since the very beginning of my
career, I have learned a lot. And today after many years I feel I am still in a learning phase. I have categorically improved in every aspect (personal, social and glamorous side). I have improved and have received many positive and negative remarks. When I wanted to direct a movie, the critics did not spare me, but over the years I have proven them wrong. Then I decided to enter television as a host in “The Reema Show” and still my critics thought I would fail. But so far I have managed to show my versatility and my intellectual side through the show. I have learned enormously from each role I have performed and cannot narrow down to one favourite because each role in my life has taught me something significant and worthwhile. BK: Can you tell us about the social work that you have been involved in? Reema: I have been associated with many social causes including “SAHARA”(Sugra Shafi Hospital), Shaukat Khanam Cancer Hospital (SKMCH), and Fountain House to name a few. I am also appointed as the Lahore-Zoo ambassador where I have adopted two baby deer. Most recently I have become Pakistan’s goodwill ambassador of Earth Hour 2011 in collaboration with WWF-Pakistan’s Green Schools. I am not doing these just for the sake popularity but I want to set an example and work for the betterment of the society. BK: Your first directorial debut “Koi Tujh Sa Kahan” was a fresh outlook on the fading film industry, with your upcoming movie “Love Mein Gum” what are your expectations? Tell us about your new movie. Reema: It was seven years ago when I decided to enter into a directorial venture to make “Koi Tujh Sa Kahan”. This movie was declared as the best film at the 2006 Lux Style Awards and it also won the awards for best director and best actress. After the tremendous success of my maiden venture, this year I am coming out with “Love Mein Gum” (Lost in Love). This is the most expensive film to be made in Lollywood so far. I have used highly sophisticated modern filming equipments for the movie. The first spell of the film shooting was done in Azerbaijan, while the second spell of the film was shot in Malaysia. The movie stars me, Moammar Rana and I will be introducing two new faces, Nabeel Khan and Araida from Azerbaizan, in the lead roles. Other prominent actors include Javed Sheikh, Nadeem Baig, Ali Saleem, Johnny Lever, John Rambo and a highlight of the movie is an item number by a Malaysian actress, Mariam. The music is composed by Arshad Mehmood and the lyrics are penned by Khawaja Parvez. Singers like Rahat, Abrar, Ali Zafar, Shaan, Shreya Ghosal, Sunidhi Chauhan, Kailash Kher and Hunter from U.K have lent their voices in the movie. I have not compromised on any aspect of the movie and now I am facing the biggest challenge to release it. Being a female, I have taken a bold step and put my blood and sweat into the movie and financed everything on my own. I am a perfectionist and I want to publicize it in such a way March 20, 2011 SUNDAY PLUS 29
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BK: Are you satisfied with the Pakistani censor board? Reema: (laughs) Do we even have a censor board? I have never known of any rules, regulations and policies being implemented. The vulgarities in our local films have not been abolished, so it really does not matter whether it is functioning or not. BK: Do you have any plans to start acting in television dramas? Reema: To be honest I don’t know how people can do it continuously, one drama after another. I do not have such patience. And personally I prefer movies as the aura of big screen is something magical. When the audiences enter the cinema, they come there to watch the stars and cannot get distracted by any means. On the other hand viewers can get easily distracted while watching television. BK: What are your other plans this year apart from your big movie release? Reema: This year I want to get married as marriage is a holy institution. I want to get married not for money but I would love to have children.
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Who are your favourite designers (Local and International)? HSY, Umer Sayeed, Asia Sahil, Maheen Khan.
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that people will remember me. For this reason I am negotiating with a big sponsor for a mega release this year. BK: How do you view our Pakistani film industry? Where do you think we lack and what should be done at the state level? Reema: The cause of downfall of our local movie industry can be attributed to one sole factor-illiteracy. We lack knowledge about competition. We have become stagnant at one level and we are good at criticizing and blaming each other. It is our responsibility to collectively work to boost our local film industry. We have to find Multi National Companies to fund and produce our movies so that better results can be seen. If a writer is not paid accordingly then how can he produce the best? The film fraternity has to be provided with better incentives for improved results. BK: What are your views on the Indian films being showcased in Pakistani cinemas? Reema: We cannot stop our media from showcasing Indian movies. Culturally India has won the war. The Indian influence is omnipresent everywhere, in our televisions and cinemas. We cannot ignore this invasion. Instead we can try our best to revive our own industry.
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FEATURE
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By Bishakha Kunwar
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As the temperature has started soaring, all women think about is lawn, lawn and only lawn. For Pakistani women lawn is literally their second skin and this year a great lawn revolution is underway in the world of fashion. The lawn extravaganza just got wider and bigger this year with many ace designers like Deepak Perwani, Nomi Ansari, Umer Syed and HSY joining the league.
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t all started 14 years ago when fashion designers Sana Safinaz collaborated with Al Karam to launch the first ever designer lawn collection and even today their trademark is unparalleled. Their demand is so high that women queue in for hours to get hold of their exclusive limited collection. Sana Safinaz are one of the handful designers who have been doing it for so long along. Their main aim is affordability and accessibility to Pakistani women. Shamaeel and Yashir Waheed are the remaining few who have sustained and have created a niche for themselves. But this year as Sana Safinaz put in their words “the lawn tamasha” just kicked off with every possible one joining the lawn bandwagon. We are highly anticipating the likes of Nomi, HSY and Deepak Parwani but it is hard for us to digest the fact that everyone and anyone are trying to cash into this lawn fervor from jewellery designers to top models joining this race. Jewellery designer Asim collaborated with Jofa textiles, models like Vaneeza Ahmed and Nadia Hussain also came out with their individual collection. Then there are companies like Crescent and Firdous who are banking on their Bollywood brand ambassadors, Sushmita Sen and Deepika Padoukone. Another issue is that of pricing this year.
Lawn used to be one of the most affordable fabrics ranging from Rs.500 to maximum Rs. 2000. But this year a simple lawn ka jora starts from Rs. 2500 and reaches up to Rs.5000. Seriously, where do we draw the line and where do we stop? The industry leaders like Gul ahmed, Al Karam, Nishat, Lala, Sitara, Kayseria by Bareeze will manage to woo their loyal clientele, but with the newbies (who are not even designers) joining the rat race, the quality is indeed compromised for the quantity that has been offered. Today in the age of inflation the Pakistani buyer is now asking more sensible questions about affordability and quality. And designers should wake up to the fact that if they want to be around for a while, they’ll have to offer quality not quantity. It is not just about holding one exhibition after another. In this ongoing “tamasha” we are banking on known names like Sana safinaz and Shamaeel along with our new members like Deepak Parwani, HSY and Nomi Ansari who are expanding their galleries with their lawn pret lines and are joining the lawn bandwagon. Sunday plus engages these five designers on their inspiration, and their personal take on becoming the official part of the lawn bandwagon.
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SANASAFINAZ
• What is the inspiration behind your signature collection in 2011? How many prints are you coming out with? What is the price range of your lawns this year? SS: We get inspired by anything and everything. This collection has been a labour of love. Taking the heat of the summer we have used crisp whites, sorbet pinks and greens and of course the ever popular black. There are 15 prints in two colour ways. The collection is the best quality lawn, dobi, jacquard and pure chiffon dupattas. Our price range is the most competitive in the market from Rs 3550 to Rs3850. • What is so exciting about your lawn collection as compared to other designer collections? SS: We always try to be the leaders or innovators of lawn. We were the first to print on satin and introduce the value added suit. The second added panel. This year we have taken it one notch higher. We really hope the customer likes these prints as we have made a concerted effort to give
(March 18-20 in Lahore & Karachi) innovation, quality and the best price in the market. • Is lawn the best possible way for high-end designers to reach out to normal Pakistanis? SS: If you take into account that 50 per cent of your population are women. The climate of your country 8months of the year then yes lawn is definitely a great way for designers to reach the masses. • Do you feel that you have officially become a part of the lawn war bandwagon along with other designers? SS: We have been doing designer lawn for 14 years now. We are the only consistent designers who have been doing it for so long. The lawn tamasha has only been going on for the last 2years. The key to any success is the consistency of quality not the dhool that is being beaten at every lawn event. I find the hype tedious and unnecessary. Lawn is a business, and only good lawn will have staying power, irrelevant of your red carpet and celebrity appearances.
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DEEPAKPARWANI • What is the inspiration behind your signature collection in 2011? How many prints are you coming out with? What is the price range of your lawns this year? Deepak: The inspiration behind this Oreint ‘Naksh’ lawn by Deepak Perwani is the women of the 21st century. The customers were also complaining as to why I was not coming out with a more affordable prêt line. Then I was approached by the Orient textiles. The time was perfect and the people at Orient understood Deepak Perwani philosophy of minimalism. • What is so exciting about your lawn collection as compared to other designer collections? Deepak: The Deepak Perwani lawn is guided with the philosophy of ‘less is more’. My garments are essentially minimalistic ensembles that are more on the edgier side that are aimed at the urban woman. Emphasis has been put on prints like ikat, tree of life, block, rogue, modern, contemporary. We have got flavour for every woman.
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• Is lawn the best possible way for high-end designers to reach out to normal Pakistanis? Deepak: Lawn is one fabric that is worn by women from every starta. It’s best for everyone whether you are rich or poor. Since last couple of years what has become interesting is that lawn has become the new fashion phenomena. Designers like Nomi Ansari, Sana Safinaz, HSY, Shamaeel and other designers like myself are categorised as expensive designers for normal Pakistanis. Now all of a sudden we are selling a lifestyle to general mass. • Do you feel that you have officially become a part of the lawn war bandwagon along with other designers? What is your take on the lawn invasion this year? Deepak: (laughs) I don’t think I am a part of this lawn war at all. I am essentially a prêt designer and my image has been about prêt. I seriously thrive on competition and it makes me tingle.
NOMIANSARI • What is the inspiration behind your signature collection in 2011? How many prints are you coming out with? What is the price range of your lawns this year? Nomi: The inspiration comes from everywhere, from nature to architecture and anything everything that belongs to this country and makes it colourful. The starting price is Rs. 2450 and we are coming out with 14 prints with two colour way each. • Being a High end designer, are you set to win the hearts of general masses with your new lawn collection? Nomi: I have been working really hard on this project and Masha Allah we achieved what we wanted and I hope everyone will find something for them, we are offering a range of variety in 14 designs to cater all age groups. • What is so exciting about your lawn collection as compared to other designer collections? Nomi: We are introducing some really interesting printing techniques like glit-
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( March 17-20 in Karachi & March 22-24 in Lahore) ter printing, add ons, satin borders and swarovski crystals which has not been done yet. • Is lawn the best possible way for high-end designers to reach out to normal Pakistanis? Nomi: That is true, it’s commercial, it’s our national dress, it’s affordable, and one can play with the fabric in their own ways. And to top it all a normal person can wear a designer wear. • Do you feel that you have officially become a part of the lawn war bandwagon along with other designers? What is your take on the lawn invasion this year? Nomi: Every designer has their own signature style when it comes to aesthetics and that’s what brings the creativity of a designer into prints and above all this promoting and selling shalwar kamiz commercially is an honour for a Pakistani designer. I have put all my effort and creativity in this collection and yet all set to go on air.
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• What was the inspiration behind your signature collection in 2011? How many prints are you coming out with? What is the price range of your lawns this year? HSY: The inspiration is as always are my travels and the things that inspire me when I do. The collection is broken into 5 regions that I have been inspired by; namely, Latin America, Paris, Turkey and others. Our general price range for The World of HSY Prints is from Rs. 2500 to Rs. 4500 • Being the king of couture, are you set to win the hearts of masses with your first ever Printed Lawn Collection why NOW? HSY: I hope people enjoy wearing them; we have designed keeping the HSY woman at heart, who is understated and believes in timeless elegance. After celebrating a decade as a designer, I felt the time was right to extend our prêt in prints. We gauge what our consumers want and the time was now.
• What is so exciting about your lawn collection as compared to other designer collections? HSY: Each designer’s collection is an extension of their aesthetic –That’s what sets it apart. The prints are truly a part of the world of HSY. We are doing some lawn that is Unisex as we feel that the male audience should not be ignored and since we have an increasing male cliental, we wanted to cater for them as well. • Is lawn the best possible way for designers to reach out to normal Pakistanis? HSY: It’s a good start. • Do you feel that you have officially become a part of the lawn war along with other designers? HSY: I don’t believe in wars. Never have, never will. It’s just not the way I think. • What do you think about other known designers jumping into this lawn bandwagon? HSY: I wish them all well.
SHAMAEEL
(Available at all major cities and outlets)
• What was the inspiration behind your designer lawn collection in 2011? How many prints are you coming out with? Shamaeel: Fashion is a socio economic statement in today’s time and through the launch of this collection with Sitara Textile, with whom I have partnered with since 2010, we want to make the Shamaeel – Sitara brand accessible to all women from every walk of life, bringing the Shamaeel lifestyle right into women’s homes, affordably! With each outfit we are also providing prêt designer kits and you feel like every ounce of the Shamaeel woman, with a stamp of bold femininity. The collection is suitable for the college girl, the working woman, the house wife, the mother, the lady of leisure and style divas alike and is available in an extensive range of 16 designs with diverse colour palettes and are based on organic vegetable dye re creations alongside a variety of dazzling bright colours and pastels with Sitara’s trademark quality finish. • Being mostly a couture designer, are you set to win the hearts of masses with your lawn collection? Shamaeel: It’s not enough to tag lawn with a designer name. Designer lawn must encompass the essence of the designer’s hallmark and in my Shameel – Sitara 2011 collection, I do just that. From morning to evening, every moment should be a Shamaeel moment, and I now put my couture
experience into your hands. • What is so exciting about your lawn collection as compared to other designer collections? Shamaeel: It’s design, intricacy & detail from the more minimalist aesthetic to engaging floral, ethnic, oriental, and modern art inspirations, the variety of cuts and price points with each outfit in the collection comprising shirts well over 5 metres with separate fabcric for trouser/shalwar and dupattas - – more for value for money. • Is lawn the best possible way for designers to reach out to normal Pakistanis? Shamaeel: This is one of the ways and soon ready to wear clothes and the development of retail trade will take over. • Do you feel that you have officially become a part of the lawn war along with other designers? Shamaeel: This is not a war – it shows that by and large the indigenous designer and their talent is in demand among women from all walks of life. :) • What do you think about other known designers jumping into this lawn bandwagon? Shamaeel: It contributes towards the growth of branding, trade and the industry at large. • Have you take any measures as yet to prevent your prints being copied by local market? Shamaeel: All my designs are protected under the Industrial Designs Ordinance.
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‘Naksh’ THE DEEPAK WAY
The iconic designer Deepak Perwani is debuting with his exclusive lawn collection in collaboration with Orient Textile Mills this week. His philosophy and astute sense of design has made him a fashion icon and his fashion house a source of inspiration for designers in Pakistan and abroad. In his first ever lawn collection Deepak has used minimal embellishments guided by his very own Deepak Perwani philosophy “less is more”. He has put more emphasis on modern and contemporary prints including ikat, tree of life, block and rogue that are aimed at the urban women of the twentieth century.
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GETTING THE TRUTH OUT
You hear private detective, you immediately envisage of a man wearing fedora, smoking Cuban cigars with pistols in his hand. Fictional detectives in books, television shows and movies, have contributed to this stereotypical image of private investigators, like Sherlock Holmes and Jacques Clouseau, the famous French detective from the movie Pink Panther, and multiple film noir heroes from the 1940s and 50s. But the reality is actually much simpler and real investigators don’t necessarily wear fedoras, work in questionable neighbourhoods or even call themselves private investigators. However, they still appear as heroes who have a knack for digging up the right information at the right time.
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actFinders is one such hero that is Pakistan’s only licensed professional private investigation company that strives to provide and maintain the highest standards towards their clients’ needs to various aspects of information and protection. The team at FactFinders has a combined experience of over 50 years in investigative work, covert surveillance and security consulting, in which there is no need to play Sherlock Holmes. Infidelity, adultery, cheating, being unfaithful, having an affair... think again! Whether you are the husband or wife, you deserve to know if your partner is cheating and FactFinders can help you get that proof and peace of mind you need to move forward with your life. FactFinders know that infidelity is likely to be one of the most painful and devastating things that can happen to you. Not knowing if your spouse is cheating on you or not is equally as painful. Even the prospect of a loved one being unfaithful is painful and extremely disruptive. In many instances, people who face infidelity of a loved one have a fear to confront them because they don’t have proof or evidence to back it up. This is why many people come to us for help. Whether you are in Lahore or Karachi, Islamabad or Kyber Pakhtunkhwa , somewhere in between or even abroad, FactFinders is right here to help you get a better perspective on your situation and can discreetly, and accurately help you.
SIGNS OF INFIDELITY CHECKLIST AT HOME • Increase in time away from home • Decreased sexual interest • Spouse/Partner is often day dreaming, 48 SUNDAY PLUS March 20, 2011
unfocused, sidetracked or preoccupied. • Spouse/Partner is often unavailable at work • Spouse/Partner attends more work gatherings and functions alone • Spouse/Partner leaves house or goes to other rooms to talk on the telephone • Spouse/Partner uses computer alone and secretly • Spouse/Partner asks about your schedule more often than usual • Cell phone calls are not returned in timely fashion as they were before • Clothes smell of perfume or cologne, massage oil residue and sex • Clothes contain makeup or lipstick
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RECORDS • Credit card bills contain unusual gifts, travel, restaurant and “unspecified” charges • Bank statements being hidden having unusual activity • Spouse/Partner has more or less cash on hand. • Cell phone bills contain calls with long durations • Home phone and Mobile records contain calls with long durations
• Spouse/Partner has unexplained receipts or personal effects in wallet • Spouse/Partner has suspicious cell phone numbers stored or dialed • Spouse/Partner has suspicious text messages • Spouse/Partner deletes text messages immediately If you answered yes to more than a few of the indicators above, the next step is to contact FactFinders so that we may work with you in giving you all the answers by doing surveillance. We at FactFinders endeavor to constantly provide the most up to date and vigilant information network to all our clients in order to ensure complete peace of mind. All services rendered by FACTFINDERS are handled with strict confidence and performed within a high set Code of Ethics. services include: • Activity Check & Background Checks Divorce Investigations (Marital) • Background Investigation (Pre-Marital) • Pre-Employment & Tenant Screening Recovery of Money Consultation, Provision. • Installation of CCTV & Scanner Systems Contact at info@ factfinders.com.pk http://www.factfinders.com.pk
INTERVIEW
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Burcu Cetinkaya, a 30- year- old, five time champion race car rally driver and Red Bull athlete from Turkey, just completed her 10 day tour of Pakistan. During her jam packed visit, Burcu gave presentations at top universities of the country, took part in Karachi’s autocross, performed demos at an exclusive event in Bani Gala Islamabad, go-carted against Pakistan’s finest go-carters and met media, celebrities, students and motorsports enthusiasts. She left feeling satisfied with her trip, Sunday Plus caught up with the rally queen before she left Pakistan.
Q: How would you describe yourself, please elaborate on your background? Burcu: I graduated from Robert College (American high school in Istanbul). Afterwards I went to Babson College in Boston for Business Undergraduate Studies. After two years I transferred to Koc University, in Istanbul, and I graduated with an Economics Undergraduate Degree. I was born and raised in Istanbul; Turkey. My father is from Nallihan, Ankara Turkey. My mother is half Albanian from her mother’s side. I don’t only speak English but diverse languages like French, Turkish, medium level Italian and German. Q: What instigated you to take up motor racing? Burcu: My father worked in the Automotive Industry for many years. He took me to see my first rally when I was 12 years old. There I fell in love with rallying. The mere image of that rally stayed in my mind for 12 years, it is when I turned 24, when this whole passion for car speed racing came about. In 2005, I saw my dream being shattered, in order to sustain my passion and dream I sold my road car, took a bank loan and started rallying. Q: If you weren’t a race car rally driver, what profession would you have chosen? Burcu: I would love to be a journalist, especially a war correspondent. Q: What made you want to tour Pakistan? Burcu: Turkey and Pakistan have very good relations; both the countries have majority Muslim population, hence having culture similarities. While growing up Benazir Bhutto was one of my heroes, this intriguing personality made me want to visit the country even more. The colourful culture, clothing, beautiful mosques, but most importantly meeting the Pakistani people, were the reasons why I wanted to visit Pakistan. When the 2010 flood hit Pakistan, we the people of Turkey did our utmost to help out. That was also the first time I planned to go to Pakistan, but it was not possible because I was away at races. These 10 days have been wonderful, as I got to meet hospitable people and learnt a lot from them. Q: What have you achieved through your visit to Pakistan? Burcu: The biggest barrier standing between anybody’s dreams is one’s self. If we can be creative and fight hard, with discipline, we can fight for our dreams. I dreamt to meet people interested in my philosophy and motivate them,
which I succeeded in doing in Pakistan. I was especially happy to see the reaction to my presentation of students at universities. They listened about my experiences and what it took for me to get where I am, they asked intelligent questions and in the end, I felt satisfied that I had motivated them. Q: What is the scope of rallying in Pakistan? Burcu: The scope is far and wide. There is a lot of talent which just needs to be given the right path. Motor sports in particular need immense attention if it is to advance and drivers are to take part in international competitions. I will do whatever I can to push the local motorsports industry in Pakistan. Q: How can this sport be more successful in Pakistan? Burcu: Media can help a lot, especially to create heroes. If there is a worldwide successful sportsman from your country in motorsports, people will be more motivated to follow and sponsors will be more eager to help. Q: Have you met any female Pakistani race car drivers? How do you feel about the talent in Pakistan? What do you find different between the drivers here and abroad? Burcu: Yes, I am very happily surprised to see their passion for rally driving. They are very talented and once again just need support and training, so they can move forward. Pakistani women are just as driven to excel in whatever they do, as any other woman in the world. Q: Will you visit Pakistan again? Burcu: Yes, most definitely, I am already planning my next trip! Q: Your message to Pakistani’s? Burcu: Main Pakistain akai bohot khush hoon.
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I guess I have a knack for it. But that doesn’t mean I’m a scary person. (Laughter) My wife’s not scared of me. I’m scared of her. When I was a kid, my father wasn’t a very healthy man. He took me to see Dracula when I was about five.
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was a kid, my father wasn’t a very healthy man. He took me to see Dracula when I was about five. Bela Lugosi. It’s like we all flirt with chaos. We all go into a dark movie theatre to give ourselves a scare. Q: We were talking to Mikael about working together – the two of you. His quote was every actor wants to be directed and I was just wondering at this point in your career what is the balance – do you like to be directed closely or do you like to be able to bring something new that might not be on the page and have the freedom to do that on set? Hopkins: Well, it depends. With Mikael, he’s very open. It’s a balancing act. It’s
a trick. Like there’s a little scene in the courtyard and I said ‘I don’t know if I believe in God’ – I wrote that. Not because I’m clever. I wrote it because I wanted to fit like a glove a piece of myself in that because that’s what I believe. I don’t know what I believe, myself personally, but with Mikael I said, “Do you mind if I do this?” He said, “No,” so I wrote it out and I make sure that the writer doesn’t object to it and he said, “I think it’s fine,” so then you can breathe a sigh of relief. With Mikael, he let me very much go on the exorcism scene. I knew how to do those scenes. There’s a scene when Colin comes back into the room and my chair’s now facing him, a bit
like The Exorcist, and he said, “Oh yeah,” and so suddenly the chair’s moved around and I’m just sitting there staring as he comes back into the room. Q: You’re having fun, right? Hopkins: You have fun with it and I know what scares people, I know what is scary on film because that’s what I do. Not because I’m like that but because, for a long time, I sort of had a sneaky little grumble that I would never get over Hannibal Lecter. Then I saw the posters and people and they said, “Well, it sold” so if it does the trick, then fine. I mean, you know, I’ve played other parts. I’ve played many more parts, I’ve only played two bad men, I think. March 20, 2011 SUNDAY PLUS 51
HOLLYWOOD This guy’s not bad. This is a chance to play two parts. Q: How did you get yourself ready to play Odin in Thor? It’s such a big character in the Marvel Universe. Hopkins: Well, I don’t know, I saw the sets. I saw the designs of the sets and what I was going to wear when I went down to the studio down at Manhattan Beach. I saw what all they were going to put on me and all that and I thought, “Oh wow.” So when they dressed me up I thought, “Well okay, I’m god now, so…” (laughs). It’s a bit difficult to move around because they had steep steps. That was quite tiring because it’s about twenty-five to thirty pounds you’re carrying around with you all day and you can’t really take much of a rest. So, you know, you just come on set and there’s a huge set and you’re in armour and the camera’s pointing at you and you think, “Oh, I’m god.” Q: As you’ve alluded to, you know what you’re good at. You know what you’re known for and, for some producers that may seem like you are a commodity. Do you allow that to overshadow the art? Hopkins: Being a commodity? I don’t mind being a commodity. It’s given me a good life (laughs). Art? Well, I don’t know about art. You know, when you’re doing a movie, I’m not being cynical, but when you’re doing a movie you have a number of choices as an actor. You put this here, you put there, and then you see it all cut together and all of those precious little pieces you put in are maybe on the cutting room floor. So, you don’t have that much control. You have very little control, in fact. It’s up to the editor, director, and the final product is whatever the film studio desires. So, to be realistic, there’s a great freedom, I have no illusions about my position in this world as an actor or anything like that. No illusions at all. I’m very realistic, reality is a very liberating thing. Q: How do you react when you are watching television and suddenly one of your so many movies comes on? Hopkins: Oh, I switch over to something 52 SUNDAY PLUS March 20, 2011
else. I never watch them. Q: How do you pick your projects and what do you think might be coming up for you? Hopkins: I have no idea, I have no idea. There may be a film with Dustin Hoffman that’s coming up, I’m not sure. I don’t look, I wait for—I’ve got a very good agent, a very good agent, at UTA. Jeremy Zim and Jeremy Barber, those are my agents. I trust them to pick and choose for me. And Jeremy will call me and say, “I’ve got a script, I’d like you to read it,” or “I’ve got two scripts,” I said “Well…” [and they say] “We’ll send them over anyway.” But I don’t go out looking, I’m realistic. Living with reality is a very good trick, it gives you tremendous freedom and it changes the structure of the molecules of your soul by living with reality because you don’t expect anything anymore. Which is a weird paradox, non-expectation and acceptance. Because expectation leads to resentment and depression, so I have no expectations. Q: At what point did you feel so liberated? Did it happen midway, early on? Hopkins: Oh a few years ago, a few years ago. I think maybe two years ago. It’s an incremental—it starts when you reach about 70 I think, or mid 60’s I guess you think “Well this is the reality.” I mean you reach a certain age you think “God I’m 50, I’m 60, 70” and you think “Oh!” And then I’m just, I’m not young anymore. I don’t wanna start over again. Q: You write music and paint, I was just wondering what these forms of art bring you that acting doesn’t. Hopkins: Well my wife started me painting—I don’t have an academic background in painting and I don’t have an academic background in music so I’m liberated, I’m free really. I just write sort of free styling music, and I’ve got a concert in Birmingham I think in July, at one of the festivals in London. And I’ve got shows of art in Rakiki in Hawaii. But I just paint and they sell, so I don’t know what I’m doing (laughs). I just do it like kids you know. That’s by not being certain of anything and being open.
Q: So how much of a challenge is acting at this point? Is it just a job? Do you still have the sort of creative fire? Hopkins: Well it is a commodity Q: Is it just a job? Hopkins: No, well sure it’s a job it’s what I earn my living doing. But no it’s still achallenge is such a heavy word “challenge”, like six of us pushing a rock up a hill, no it’s not a challenge it doesn’t cause me great strain—but I enjoy the process. I can’t even begin to describe it, you go on the set in the morning and you’re working with whoever you’re working with and you kick the lines around a little and hopefully you get to work with somebody who’s pleasant to work with, and you get a pleasant director and, sometimes that doesn’t work out too well but most of the time it does. But all in all it’s a pretty good experience and at the end of the day that’s it, and I go home. It beats working in the theatre because that’s so absorbing, you’re in it all day and all night and the next day you got to get up and do the same thing. With film it’s much easier. So it’s something that I totally enjoy. Really enjoy, really enjoy. And I look back on this film with great nostalgia, in Budapest and Rome. It was really special, this film to do.
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By Safyan Jabbar
There is every indication that even the poorest parents want education for their children. The question is whether the governments are fulfilling their responsibility of providing education? If not, whether governments are charged with the responsibility of providing education, are they doing their work properly?
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he governments are building schools though without proper planning. Massive teacher recruitment has happened in a short time in some provinces and the pupil teacher ratio has improved substantially, for example in Punjab. In physics, work is said to be done when a force moves an object through a distance. Mere application of force does not constitute work. So, is the education system in Pakistan, children are going to school but they are not learning well indicated by ASER Pakistan 2010 findings. The present PPP government took the welcome step of passing the Right to Education Bill through 18th amendment but it looks a mere political catchphrase so far. The question is; are we holding governments accountable? We have sensed that in spite of the accepted ideals there was little movement on the governmental side to provide such information. The civil society / NGO’s needs to gather reliable information themselves on which government can be hold accountable. Annual Status of Education Report - ASER Pakistan is one such effort in that direction. The recently published ASER report provides comprehensive information on enrollment, learning levels, attendance both teacher and children, provision of basic facilities in schools such as class rooms, clean drinking water, toilets, electricity, boundary wall and provision of text books etc. ASER Pakistan 2010 reports more than 20% children of age 6-16 year are out schools in 32 rural districts covered in this survey. The situation is quite alarming in Balochistan where 35% children are out of schools, 32% children in Sindh, 15% children each in Punjab and KPk. On the other hand, the situation is relatively better on the mountains, where 4% and 6% children are out of school in surveyed districts of AJK and Gilgit- Baltistan respectively. This information shows signs of improvements, enrollment numbers have started catching up in some places but the actual problem such as low primary completion rate and low rate of matriculation remains the same. Which are not ready to move even after somewhat serious efforts made by governments after governments. The governments and civil society organization with the help of donor agencies are trying to increase the enrollment rate
by convincing parents and society on the whole that they should send their children to schools. The higher enrollment rate in initial classes clearly indicates that they are somewhat successful in achieving this goal. More children are taking their way to schools but the overall enrollment rate is not improving. Why? The fact is our system has failed to retain the children up-to the higher secondary or even to elementary levels. The government and civil society brings children into schools but schools system filter them out of the system often before they complete primary schooling. Information on the learning levels depicts gruesome picture, only 52 % children of class 5 can read story text of class 2 in their language of pedagogy i.e. Urdu or Sindhi. About 25% children are at sentence level, 16% children can read words only and rest can either read only letter or can’t read anything at all. This clearly indicates that there is some problem, children are not learning well. The government should ensure that children are learning well since it the responsibility of the government. What a does a parent do? When his or her child does not read or cannot answer questions. Where do you go and give your curse, if your child is not learning, may be at government, and may be you go to teacher. But ultimately, if it your child, if it hurts you, you have to take the first step. If you want to teach my child, you have to do something; you cannot depend on somebody else because it’s your child’s future. Similarly, if you look at yourself as citizens’ and say nearly 50% of our children cannot read story text even after reaching Class 5. What is that? The implication of this is that,
those children will never be able to complete anything beyond elementary education because they will not be able to comprehend independently. Here is another important question, which comes to mind. Over 25% children stuck at ability to read sentences only. Why does a child or why do you think a child can read sentences but he / she cannot read story. If child can read sentences, why can’t she read story? It makes sense. Isn’t it? But it does not work that way because the child has not made the connection between sentences and string of sentences – which is a complete thought. This is so because the child has never introduced to the reading. Their learning abilities are not fully developed at the right time as a result they find their interest somewhere outside school. What would be the solution? We need to adopt three prone strategies; bring more children into school, retain them into school (force is applied) and ensure children are learning well (work is done). There is a need to mobilize grass root level initiatives in piloting programmes on scale, which can measure, what has worked, where efforts have failed to work, and where there were no efforts. If governments do not take a serious note of it, they could be accused of dereliction of duty.
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INTERVIEW By Madiha Syedain
THE AMBASSADOR OF MIND The word ‘Calligraphy’ refers to beautiful writing. Calligraphy can be both a delight to the eye and an inspiration to the spirit. In this age of science and computer technology, the art of calligraphy has become an interesting hobby, great business and an amazing creative activity. As compared to other mediums of Art, it requires, pen, paper, little space and basic understanding about language.
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here are many calligraphers in Pakistan whose work has inspired many to strive for excellence. Beginning from Sadequain, who was a self-made and self taught painter and introduced new initiatives and trends in art and particularly in poetic calligraphy. Another prominent artist is Khursheed Alam (Gohar Qalam) whose major works includes a copy of the Holy Quran placed in the main State Mosque known as the Faisal Mosque in Islamabad and includes 406 styles of calligraphy. Among the new breed of calligraphers Atif Iqbal Kazi is a name who needs no introduction in this regard. While working through the mediums of oil, poster colours, pencils, ink, charcoal and mixed media, Atif Iqbal Kazi has excelled in the art of calligraphy.
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A self taught and a self made calligrapher has done several courses and diplomas in painting, drawing, and sketching from various institutions of Pakistan from 1998 to 2001; Diploma in Drawing and Paintings from the Lahore Art Council, Painting course (diploma) from Alliance Françoise (French Cultural Centre) and Diploma in Drawing from Institute of Art, Sketch & Design, University of the Punjab, Sketch and Painting diploma from Alhamra Cultural Complex and Drawing Diploma from the Institute of Art & Design, University of the Punjab. These courses have helped him mature as an artist and also reflect his love for calligraphy visible in the forms of drawing, painting and sketching. “Education and training from various institutions have
enhanced my skills as an artist. I have tried to add innovative patterns to it and understood the technicalities of Calligraphy.” While talking about the art in general, Atif quoted the words of Ibrahim Ibn Muhammad (Ash-Shaybani); “For me calligraphy is the tongue of the hand, the delight of the conscience, the ambassador of the mind, the inheritor of the thought, the weapon of knowledge, the companion of absent friend, the converser with them over long distances, the depository of secrets, and register of events. In other words it is a beautiful expression of art, body and mind and through these realms you try to understand the beauty and mystery surrounding the Nature.” Atif Iqbal Qazi also paid a tribute to his teachers; Zulfiqar “For me calligraphy is the
tongue of the hand, the delight of the conscience, the ambassador of the mind, the inheritor of the thought, the weapon of knowledge, the companion of absent friend, the converser with them over long distances, the depository of secrets, and register of events. Ali Zulfi, Ustaad Ikram ul Haq, Ustaad Imran Ahmed and Ustaad Irfan Khan who have played an important role in his success. Atif’s canvas is vast and speaks volumes of his talents which are not only limited to Urdu and Arabic: Koofi and modern calligraphy but also shows his creative approaches towards landscape, ornaments, sketch, still live drawing, abstract art, portrait and embroidery designs. He has also tried his hand at teaching and worked as an Assistant Teacher in Drawing and Painting for (YMCA). At the same time he has also shared his embroidered skills with AAGAN (NGO) working for a cause and developed design for books titled Tareeqa-e- Muhammad (Safa-ulSadat) and Magic English 1 and also organised fashion show, ‘Talent Hunt Show’ sponsored by ECS and McDonalds. The artist has attended many workshops, among the most prominent are ‘Two Nation Workshops’ and ‘Calligraphy art workshops by Pakistan Calligraph-artists’ Guild’ (Alhamra Cultural Complex) and many more. His works have received positive response from artist community all over Pakistan. “I am the first artist whose first solo exhibition of Calligraphy, titled, ‘Calligraphy-art & Illuminations’ was showcased at Alliance Françoise de Lahore (French Centre Lahore) in 2007 and second solo exhibition of ‘Calligraphy & Calligraph-art’ was held at Alhamara Art Galleries in 2011.” Other ones include 4th International Calligraphy Exhibition of PCG at Alhamra 2004 and 4th International Calligraphy Exhibition of PCG at Baha-ul-Din Zikria University Multan 2004-05, 1st On-line International Calligraphy exhibition, by Sultan Art Foundation 2006 and 5th International Calligraphy Exhibition of PCG at Alhamra 2007. Calligraphers community has also encouraged Atif to participate in national exhibitions of calligraphy which are Pakistan Calligraph-artists’ Guild, Pakistan Calligraph-artists’ Guild (Idarae-Saqafat) Quetta, Pak-England exhibition, Pak-Italy Exhibition Lahore, Pak-Italy Exhibition, Faisalabad, Pak-Iran exhibition at Alhamra Mall Lahore. Even the Government of Pakistan has awarded him on special occa sions. Atif Iqbal Kazi’s calligraphic impressions are based on the Quranic verses, names of Allah, Holy Prophet and Punjtun. “I can make more than four paintings in a day, depending upon the mood…” He further highlighted that the art of calligraphy has inculcated in me the spirit of love, peace and humanity which are the very essence of Islam.
INTERVIEW “For me calligraphy is the tongue of the hand, the delight of the conscience, the ambassador of the mind, the inheritor of the thought, the weapon of knowledge, the companion of absent friend, the converser with them over long distances, the depository of secrets, and register of events.
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Amina Saeed After 3 yrs of consistently working in residential as well as office projects all over Pakistan, Amna Saeed successfully launched her brand “The Furniture Gallery” in 2010. Her philosophy is based on ‘cuts and curves’ bringing beautiful shape and style to wood giving it a sophisticated and stylish look. Her pieces exude comfort, vintage, antique as well as modern feel that creatively express a meaningful space filled with style, sophistication, combined with that of an appreciation.
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The interior design colour you choose for your room will affect not only the room but people and yourself. It’s amazing how colours can both affect our mood and represent the world around us at the same time. Make your entry stand out! Try to choose pieces that are unique, have a colourful and artistic flavour. This will make your home really personable, unexpectedly interesting and make you the envy of all your friends and family. Let’s walk through what certain colour adds to your house. BLACK Decorating with black is just like wearing black, rich, bold, dramatic and classy. Black is a great foundation, and just like a black dress, it needs a few accessories to give it life. I always tell people that when you’re decorating with black you should plan the room as you would an outfit. Just like a coating of mascara on the eyelashes, black enhances the colours and shapes around it. THE VERSATILITY OF BLACK Black can be used in any room, in any style. 56 SUNDAY PLUS March 20, 2011
Whether it’s a sleek and modern couch or geometric patterned rug, or an elegant and feminine headboard or scrollwork table, black can be masculine, feminine, serious, fun, severe, or romantic. It’s all about how you use it. RULES FOR DECORATING WITH BLACK If you’re decorating with black and white be sure to use a mixture of large, small, and medium scale patterns along with solid black and solid white to create visual interest and depth.
If black is your dominant colour (the wall colour for example) add some architectural details like crown moulding, a picture rail or wainscoting to keep it from looking flat. Use an accent colour in a black room to punch it up and keep it from being too stark. Add a bold pink or orange for excitement, baby blue or green for softness, or try gold or silver for glamorous sophistication (mirrored furniture and crystal accents are also great for that “Hollywood glam” look.
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fabrics such as stripes and geometric prints are particularly effective). DARK ORANGE is a bit easier to use than bright orange and can help to create a warm/cozy and dramatic space. Dark orange is inherently cozy which makes it a great choice in colder environments and in the fall and winter months. If you live in a hot and sunny climate try to use it sparingly with just a few accent pieces Dark orange looks great in dining rooms. It looks terrific when paired with dark wood dining room furniture and can help to create a very dramatic mood. Combine dark orange with creams and earthy tones in living rooms, dining rooms, offices, and family rooms. SOFT ORANGE is a little more forgiving than the other shades, but all of the same rules still apply. Be sure to balance it with other soft colors. NOTE: Due to its high amount of energy, orange isn’t the best color to use in a bedroom. It tends to be too bright and doesn’t contribute to a restful environment. If you really want to use it try to stick with a soft, almost dreamy orange. It’s the most relaxing shade. If you want to use bright orange in a bedroom try to limit it to an accessory
YELLOW Cheerful and versatile, yellow is a popular choice for interiors. Despite its popularity, yellow has a reputation for being a bit difficult. It’s easily influenced by what’s around it and it can change dramatically with the amount of light that comes into the room. It can appear warm or cool; bright or dark; civilized or outlandish; all depending on what it’s paired with. For example, when paired with red, yellow takes on a reddish hue. When paired with green it takes on a citron-ish hue. No matter how much time you spend pouring over paint chips, you never really know how yellow will look until the room is complete. Just try yellow by following the below tips: If you’re nervous about decorating with this tricky color, start small. Some accent pillows, a footstool, or a few decorative accents like vases Pale and muted yellows are easier to use than bright hues, which can become overwhelming, keep soft tones on walls. Since it’s a primary color, yellow can be paired with just about any other color. Just be sure to ground it with something else. Try mixing it with pink, turquoise, green, or even purple
and orange. Even the most unlikely pairs can work if you use the right amount and intensity. For example yellow and white room tempered with bits of black is guaranteed to be cheerful. If you want to paint the wall in a strong yellow, try to balance it with neutral furnishings. Paint the trim white to give it a crisp look. Bright orange can be tricky to use but it’s very effective when done right. There’s no better way to add a vibrant burst of energy to your interior space than with orange, but decorating with orange isn’t always easy. Check out these tips and suggestions for decorating with this bold color ORANGE Sprinkle bright orange accessories throughout a room. In a living room use lamps, throw pillows, vases and picture frames; in an office use bright orange desk accessories; in a kitchen try using bright orange mixing bowls, mugs and other dishes. Bright orange can be very effective when used in fabrics. A single side chair, window treatment, or small upholstered piece such as a footstool can make a great focal point when done in a bold orange fabric (patterned
TURQUOISE Few colors are as playful as turquoise. Depending on how you use it, turquoise decor can be bold, whimsical, dreamy, or lively. It can be used in traditional and classic rooms or contemporary, modern spaces. The key when decorating with turquoise is to use it in a way that works for your space and personality. Mix turquoise with other cool colors for a soft and pretty look. Lavenders, pinks and soft greens can contribute to a dreamy setting when mixed with turquoise. Turquoise can be made more masculine by b eing paired with darker colors such as charcoal, hunter green or chocolate brown it looks amazing. Enjoy the feeling of spring all year long by decorating a room in turquoise and lime green. Mixing it with yellow is another great way to create a sunny, fresh feeling all year long. Darker versions of the color mix beautifully with gold. For a dramatic setting use a shade of turquoise with green undertones and mix it with gold accessories. For a bold look that can either be modern or classic pair turquoise decor with black and white.
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Title: Conversations With Myself Author: Nelson Mandela & Foreword By Barack Obama Pages: 480, Genre: Political
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Nelson Mandela disappeared, aged 44, into prison. For the next quarter of a century he became a mystery man, the missing leader. And when he finally emerged victorious in 1990, there was a pent-up demand to hear from him.
Conversations with Myself,’ isn’t so much a book as a literary album, containing snippets of Mandela’s life, shards from diaries, calendars, letters, and also transcripts from 50 hours of recordings by Richard Stengel, who ghosted Mandela’s autobiography Long Walk to Freedom (and is now editor of Time magazine). It also contains passages from an autobiography Mandela had been working on himself, in moments snatched here and there, but has finally abandoned, and allowed to be folded into this volume. The book is intensely moving, raw and unmediated, told in real time with all the changes in perspective that brings, over the years, mixing the prosaic with the momentous. Health concerns, dreams, political initiatives spill out together, to provide the fullest picture yet of Mandela. By going to his most personal of jottings, we finally get a glimpse of the man behind the mask. Luckily, it turns out that Mandela has always been something of a hoarder, as well as a copious note-maker, though many of his notes were seized by the police over the years, so there are inevitable holes. The prison years, as one might expect, are particularly moving. “Until I was jailed I never fully appreciated the capacity of memory,” says Mandela. Some of the
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abstracts are taken from his letters to his family and friends, many of which never reached their intended recipients, because they were blocked by the censors. Mandela made copies of some of these letters in a hardback notebook (it was stolen by the authorities but returned in 2004 by a penitent ex-security policeman). The book is a useful corrective to our tendency to see history through retrospectacles, to think that what happened was somehow inevitable. To the prisoners on Robben Island at
the time, the overthrow of the once mighty apartheid state was a distant dream, yet still one worth fighting for. In these vivid pages one is reminded, for example, that prisoner 466/64 could have been freed decades earlier, if only he had agreed to be released into one of the black ‘homelands’ that his jailers had created, and to renounce the armed struggle against apartheid. But he would not do so. One is reminded, too, of how
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steeped in history and the classics Mandela is. He read catholically, quoted liberally from War and Peace, and when preparing to launch “the struggle” consulted texts as diverse as Machiavelli, Clausewitz, Mao Zedong, and Menachem Begin. He studied the Anglo-Boer war in detail, and was later to use the Afrikaner arguments against his own jailers. The book is a valuable lens onto how Mandela made historic decisions – what he felt about communism, his Christian beliefs, the armed struggle, and the inevitable backlash by the authorities against the innocent bystanders, as well as the perpetrators. He also makes it clear that he only believed in non-violence as a tactic and not as a principle, though he could not say that at his trial. He discusses how he fully expected to be sentenced to death, what it’s like when you think a judge “is going to turn to you and tell you now, that ‘This is the end of your life’.” Painful personal issues are dealt with here too –For example he states that in 1968, how her 76-year-old mother had made her way down from the rural Transkei on her own, to visit him on Robben Island. Mandela writes: “At the end of the visit I was able to watch her as she walked slowly towards the boat which would take her back to the mainland, and somehow the thought flashed across my mind that I had seen her for the last time.” He was right: she died several months later, and he was not allowed to attend her funeral, even under escort. Ten months later his eldest son, Thembi, was killed in a car accident. Mandela’s letter of 13 July 1969 to the commanding officer of Robben Island prison, asking to be present at his son’s graveside, makes heartbreaking reading. It was refused. There are also substantive political insights here, in particular Mandela’s account of the negotiations that ended apartheid. There are unexpectedly light-hearted moments too. We get Mandela the movie critic – he finds the end of Amadeus “somewhat flat”, and the very juxtaposition of Nelson Mandela and “The Nerds Take Revenge” startling. About the Author: Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999, and was the first South African president to be elected in a fully representative democratic election. In 1962 he was arrested and convicted of sabotage and other charges, and sentenced to life in prison. Mandela served 27 years in prison, spending many of these years on Robben Island. He has received more than 250 awards over four decades, including the 1993 Nobel Peace Prize.
Modern Poetry of Pakistan Rs.1195
Author: Iftikhar Arif & Waqas Khwaja No of Pages: 344, Genre: Poetry
Synopsis: The first anthology of its kind to appear in English. Modern Poetry of Pakistan brings together not one but many poetic traditions indigenous to Pakistan, with 142 poems translated from seven major languages, six of them regional (Baluchi, Kashmiri, Panjabi, Pashto, Seraiki, and Sindhi) and one national (Urdu). Collecting the work of forty-two poets and fifteen translators, this book reveals a society riven by ethnic, class, and political differences—but also a beautiful and truly national literature, with work both classical and modern, belonging to the same culture and sharing many of the same concerns and perceptions.
Pakistan: A Modern History Author: Ian Talbot Genre: Asian History
Rs.1495
Synopsis: This book fills the need for a broad, historically sophisticated understanding of Pakistan, a country which is understood by many in the West only in terms of stereotypes-the fanatical, authoritarian and reactionary ‘other’ which is unfavourably compared to a tolerant, democratic and progressive India. Pakistan is in reality a complex plural society which although greatly shaped by the colonial inheritance and circumstances of its birth, is also experiencing rapid change. Talbot’s approach breaks down stereotypes and assists in answering the vexed question of why democracy has succeeded in India, while Pakistan has been subject to long periods of authoritarianism during its five decades of existence. He brings the story of Pakistan right up to date and discusses the rise of jihadi militancy, the assassination of Benazir Bhutto and the resilience of its people in the face of military dictatorship and economic hardship.
Unbroken: An Extraordinary True Story of Courage and Survival Author: Laura Hillenbrand No of Pages: 500, Genre: Memoirs
Rs.1575
Synopsis: The new book from the author of the bestselling and much-loved Seabiscuit. On a May afternoon in 1943, an Army Air Forces bomber crashed into the Pacific Ocean and disappeared, leaving only a spray of debris and a slick of oil, gasoline, and blood. Then, on the ocean surface, a face appeared. It was that of a young lieutenant, the plane’s bombardier, who was struggling to a life raft and pulling himself aboard. So began one of the most extraordinary odysseys of the Second World War. The lieutenant’s name was Louis Zamperini. In boyhood, he’d been a cunning and incorrigible delinquent, breaking into houses, brawling, and fleeing his home to ride the rails. But when the war had come, the athlete had become an airman, embarking on a journey that led to his doomed flight, a tiny raft, and a drift into the unknown. March 20, 2011 SUNDAY PLUS 59
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TERRACOTTA HIGH KARACHI: An artwork exhibition entitled ‘Iss Mitti Kay Loag’ by Talat Dabir was held at Artscene Gallery. Talat presented a series of sculptures in a totally different fashion in her artwork. She told a real time story in the form of sculptures at the exhibition. She has used interesting geometrical forms to depict architecture in her dreamlike works. She is Associate Professor at Department of Fine Arts, NCA Lahore, and is associated with this institution since 1977. She has many solos and group shows to her credit. 62 SUNDAY PLUS March 20, 2011
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PICKS OF THE WEEK
HOTTESTT,, NEWES… LATEST
We at Sunday Plus have brought a smart wish-list for all our readers that are the best buys which range from the trendiest brands to the most delicious palate to à la mode popular gateways. So get ready as we present our picks for the week. There’s something for everyone.
Shop till you drop at L’atelier ! Launched last year, L’atelier is Islamabad’s premier high end fashion address where ladies are encouraged to indulge in the luxurious ambiance inspired by French design, luxe retail and personal attention. Take your pick from over 40 labels stocked at the concept store from coveted Indian designer Kavita Bhartia, King of Couture HSY, prêt queens Sana Safinaz to more young and upcoming designers – all to suit your aesthetics and bank balance! L’atelier also provides a selection of jewellery, shoes, bags and clutches to accessorise and complete each outfit. Located at 1A Main Kohistan Road, Corner of Street 2, F-8/3 Islamabad
Luscious make up planners
For the very first time in Pakistan, Luscious Cosmetics presents the perfect make up solution with the newly introduced makeup planner. Available in two sizes, this essential bag offers everything you need to keep your makeup products organized: a holder for seven brushes, a spacious interior for your must-have beauty products and a removable mesh pouch for touchups on the go with a zippered compartment which can hold small essentials and makeup palettes. With microfibre fabric, it is easy to wipe clean so pick up your one now as the newly introduced planners are selling like hotcakes!
Strawberries forever and ever!
The season of strawberries has been bestowed upon us, come one come all to taste these precious strawberry tarts being served at Masoom’s Café. The softness of the cheese cream incorporated with the freshness of seasonal strawberries laid on the stiff tart is to die for. Masoom’s are undoubtedly the pioneers of delicious cakes and pastries; they are close to a decade of enriching experience with the bakery products and are still going strong. So let your taste bud indulge in these strawberry tarts, before the season ends! Masoom’s Cafe is on M.M. Alam Road in Gulberg, Link Road and in DHA
X-Park
If one was to describe X Park, the simplest explanation would be that X Park is an amusement park, a family entertainment center, the likes of which have never been seen before in the bright city of Lahore. The park features rides and activities for people of all ages to participate in, ranging from motorsport activities to children’s rides to amusement park rides. There main aim is to provide entertainment activities which are being utilized the world over, such as Mini Moto racing, Go Karting, ATVs, Mini ATVs, and many others. Situated at 6 KM from DHA Phase 5, Bedian Road, Lahore, Pakistan.
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