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PUNE, APRIL 18, 2015 | www.thegoldensparrow.com
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ENTERTAINMENT
Change in attitude need of hour: Arshad
Don’t compare me with Sunny Leone: Rakhi Sawant
Arshad Warsi believes that irrespective of what the masses of Pakistan and India want, nothing can materialise unless the countries’ politicians make an effort
The outspoken and blunt Rakhi Sawant says she should instead be compared to the likes of international icons Jennifer Lopez and Madonna
On a Rickshaw Trail Parimal Phadke, an internationally acclaimed Bharatnatyam dancer, gives an insight into his latest creation, Dudro By Zainab Kantawala @kantawalazainab
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he Yellow Line Project, an initiative by Gati Dance Forum, culminated in a short fi lm titled Dudro made by fi lmmaker Dhanya Pilo and Pune-based Bharatnatyam exponent Parimal Phadke. The fi lm has been selected in the international category, to be screened at the Short Film Festival, in Mexico. The fi lm has also been screened at the National Museum of Taiwan. The five minute fi lm meanders through the chaotic landscape of a large cycle rickshaw yard in Nizamuddin East, Delhi. The winter light, contrasted through the complex
stacking of the red and blue cycle rickshaws, highlights the individual frame of these vehicles calling out to the dancer for a jugalbandi. The main focus of the dance-fi lm was to cover public spaces in Delhi. “We were asked to make a fi lm around a specific urban site in Delhi, be it a heritage site, railway line, foot bridge, dilapidated building or pavement. The content and intention of the dance and the way it was fi lmed was shaped by the history of the chosen site,” explains Parimal. With dance, camera and Delhi as the buzzwords, the fi lmmakers set
out to explore the city. They used the rickshaw yard as a performance space of a most unusual sort. Parimal being a multifaceted dancer had to visualise the rickshaw yard as a stage. “When you watch the fi lm, you will see me dance atop rickshaws as well as dancing with them in quite a lyrical way. We didn’t have to spend too much time to convince the rickshawallahs to create synchronised formations with their rickshaws that we were shooting from a 50 foot crane. They were more than happy to be part of our adventure,” says Parimal. Parimal had earlier worked on the choreography of the movie Devi Ahilya Bai, which starred Shabana Azmi. He has created new compositions to enhance the scope of a male dancer in Bharatnatyam repertoire. He is also honoured with the national title Singarmani, and was awarded the Pt Digambar Paluskar Puraskar. “I had always focused on dance, and wanted to come out with innovative themes, not just perform on mythology,” he says. zainab.kantawala @goldensparrow.com
“What if... we are left with nothing?”
By Barnalee Handique @barnalee
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ilm producer, director and music composer, Ajay Naik has a busy schedule. He is in the midst of finalising the script for his latest big screen venture, Yere Yere Pavsa, while setting up a music studio in Kothrud and giving final touches to his music album, AJ And His Friends. That’s a lot of work, one might think, but Ajay is more than happy to have his hands full. Yere Yere Pavsa is the fi lmmaker’s fourth fi lm after Satrangire, Lagna Pahave Karun and Bavre Prem, which received rave reviews and good returns at the box office. His latest fi lm’s storyline came to Ajay while he and his friends were driving down from Alibaug. The fi lmmaker says, “As we were driving
down the tree-lined roads, I realised how much I enjoy being surrounded by nature. But, what if everything disappeared one day and we are left with nothing?” The fi lm’s story takes off from this question. The fi lm’s protagonist is a young boy who moves to a village in the Vidarbha region of Ma ha ra sht ra along with his father. The father works in the
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Filmmaker and music composer, Ajay Naik, talks about his latest projects - a film, Yere Yere Pavsa, and an album, AJ And His Friends
meteorological department and the village, important it is to conserve nature. Only if we in question, hasn’t seen a monsoon in the last respect nature, will it give back to us,” says eight years. In the village, the protagonist the 39-year-old. The fi lm will include actors befriends an 8-year-old Muslim boy who from the Marathi fi lm industry as well as a hasn’t ever seen a rainfall. So, the young boys few known names from Bollywood. Just as he plot together to bring the rain clouds to the has for his previous movie projects, Ajay will village and while reading the story of the Pied compose the music for YereYere Pavsa too. Piper of Hamelin, they believe that the piper The music demands a different treatment as can entice the clouds towards the village. the plot is set in 1983. It will be based on The protagonist thinks that his father is the Raag Malhar, Todi and Thumri. In fact, Ajay got into fi lmmaking thanks piper since he works in the meteorological department, while his friend believes that his to his love of music. Music has always been grandfather can tempt the rains as he plays the artist’s fi rst love and he has two albums to his credit. Currently, he is working on his the shehnai. Ajay has written the fi lm himself, third album, titled AJ And His Friends. “The “It requires certain experience and album will resemble a photo shoot. We maturity to deal with the story. will collaborate with Bollywood The main idea behind the actors and the lyrics, music as movie is to make well as the video will be aimed at Filmy people aware bringing out the charisma of the Chakkar of how particular actor,” explains Ajay. The music composer is also constructing a music studio at Kothrud. He plans to offer a platform for budding musicians from the city. For those who consider music as a passion, Ajay’s studio will provide space for jamming sessions. It will offer them the solace and much needed peace from the everyday grind. barnalee.handique @goldensparrow.com
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Sunburn is celebrating the 50th episode of their online radio show with artists W&W, DJ Shaan and Dj Anish Sood in Pune By Anjali Shetty-Shirsath
music and of course on our shows here in India too.” The tracks, that they are currently illem van Hanegem and Ward van spinning, have reached the top of the der Harstoften, better known as music charts internationally. “We’ve been W&W, are excited to be perform- listening to all the great stuff that’s been ing in Pune on Sunday. The duo, known for released at Ultra. Always a pleasure to their uplifting and melodic elements hear what everyone’s coming up with of Trance with the raw intensity at the beginning of the festival of Electro and progressive House, season. We spend a lot of time in Music & create a sound that is uniquely the studio working on our new their own. tracks. So that’s a secret,” adds lyrics Talking about their favourite Willem, who met Ward van der concert, Tomorrowland, Willem Harstoften in 2007 and the first says, “We just showed the world a track they finished was signed to lot of new projects via our set at Ultra, in Armin’s label, Armada. “Our sound was Miami, so we’re going to focus on our new more Trance back then and progressed into @shetty_anjali
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Kabira Junction Live what it is now. We love the big room stuff and still keep a lot of Trance influences and Electro sounds. We just like to combine styles and create something we love to play,” says Ward. Their biggest inspiration has always been Armin and their favorite plug-in is Lift Off. “We wouldn’t say we have attained the success that we wish to but the response and the love we’ve received from our audience is overwhelming. And we would say we’ve got a lot of new cool projects coming in 2015. Our fans are going to be surprised by some of the collaborations and other W&W projects. We have a long way to go.” (The concert will be held at Amanora Arena Park on April 19)
This evening will be worth every paisa Control ALT Delete come back to the city after six, long years. What’s in store? A rocking, seven band line-up TGS NEWS SERVICE @TGSWeekly
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n over half a decade, Control ALT Delete has held path-breaking series of gigs and sustained itself on the concept of crowd funding, in Mumbai. One does not have to shell out huge wads of cash to hear your favourite band. These guys help you enjoy the show while you contribute just about anything you wish. The team now comes to Pune with a series of gigs that will be held today at High Spirits, Koregaon Park. Nikhil Udupa, head, music marketing, MTV and MTV Indies, says, “We’ve always been wanting to explore newer markets, trying to figure out and push different scenes. Pune is fairly accessible to us as a gig
of this size needs quite a lot of groundwork. We also look for the right people and venues to partner and in High Spirits we have found someone who gets our vibe and is glad to host and support us.” The team hopes people, who attend the gig, have a great time.”If they go back with an idea that their contribution can get them to listen and experience the music that they want, it might just spur the growth of a Do-It-Yourself scene,” adds Nikhil. The Control ALT Delete concert works on a paywhat-you-want model. Fans can either crowd-fund online, where, depending on their contributions, they stand to gain limited edition merchandise like screen-printed posters, T-shirts, stickers and special experiences, such as exclusive invites to the after-party, free tutorials from the artist, free entry for future gigs, and so on. People can pay at the venue by dropping their contributions into a box at the entrance. At the end of the concert, all revenue is collected and profits are distributed evenly between all bands. These accounts are made public on the community’s Facebook page and website.
Control ALT Delete 7.0 will be held on April 18 at High Spirits, Koregaon Park. The event will see eight contemporary electronica acts from around the country. The lineup is as follows: Aqua Dominatrix – Synth Pop from Mumbai Castles in the Sky – Purveyors of future glitch sounds from Pune Digital Suicide – Political Protest music with dance grooves from Halflong (Assam) Disco Puppet – Alternative Electronica with live drums from Bangalore FuzzCulture – Live Drum and Bass from Delhi ViceVersa – A blend of Bass, Rap, Hip Hop, Reggae and Dancehall from Mumbai Your Chin – Contemporary lyrical Pop from Mumbai 2Sensitive – A fast rising DJ duo from Mumbai known for their brave take on introducing new sounds to the dance floor Log onto www.facebook. com/ctrlaltdel8 for more information
Enjoy original music compositions based on Sant Kabirdas’ philosophy at Kabira Junction Live, a fundraiser for the air of children suffering from diabetes. The concert designed like a modern rock show has various musical genres such as Jazz, fusion, rock, Indian classical, UP folk, Punjabi folk, Baul and much more. When: April 25 Where: Dhanwantri Auditorium, Wanowrie
Leon Avalon Live
UK based artist Leon Avalon will play some cutting edge Dance music at blueFROG. Leon Avalon, is one of the biggest upcoming names on the international Psytrance circuit. With his unique style in music, he has played at some of the largest festivals and clubs across Europe, Japan and Australia. When: April 19, 2015 Where: BlueFrog, Yerwada
Kover That pays tribute to the 90s
Kover That is a cover band from Mumbai that comprises of talented and experienced musicians. Besides sharing a common alphabet in their last name, these three musicians also share a common interest of playing the best cover sets or working on renditions of popular music When: April 23, 08:30 pm Where: Hard Rock Café, Koregaon Park Annexe
Spirited Saturdays at The Beer Cafe The Beer Cafe presents the Spirited Saturdays with live performances, food and brews. Get dazzled by an alternative band, Empty Café. The band draws heavily from Indian Classical and Blues-Jazz. They will make sure you enjoy your favorite brews while grooving to their beats. When: Saturday, 18th April, 9pm onwards Where: The Beer Café, Koregaon Park Contact: 020 65335552
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Features
Sip your way to health
From planned liquid diets to park vendors and pouches delivered at your door step, TGS Life helps you find healthy juices across the city Anjali Shetty-Shirsath @shetty_anjali
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eard of the latest fad of cleansing through juices? Well, we’ve heard about it too. So, we decided to give it a try. We got our hands on cold-pressed juices, herbal juices and healthy juice pouches. Available in different packaging and sizes, these juices provide great health benefits.
R AW Pressery Starting with RAW Pressery, cold-pressed juices in bottles that help cleanse and detox, these juices are delivered to suit your time. They work in a balanced and organised manner, meticulously providing you a planner that guides you through the process. Other herbal juices available in the city are packaged in pouches or served in glasses at nominal rates. We tried Nutritop Foods, Hadapsar, and Herbal Juices, Aundh. Benefits of R AW Pressery juices Lean (Spirulina, Kiwi, Kale, Green Apple, Cucumber and Mint) Powered by plant protein with almost zero fat, the juice cleanses from within Trim (Kale, Spinach, Doodhi, Amla, Celery, Green Apple, Ginger, Lemon) Helps manage weight and alkalise your system Glow (Cucumber, Coconut H20, Pineapple, Lemon grass, Aloe Vera, Lemon) A great source of electrolytes, the mix will show quick results
on your skin Build (Almonds, Honey, Cinnamon, Pure H20, Sea Salt) Vitamin E helps boost brain efficiency; this blend will also help lower your cholesterol Run (Pineapple, Pear, Chia Seeds) The juice takes care of your daily requirement of Vitamin C Shield (Tangerine, Carrot, Ginger) This mix will help build immunity and beat stress Our take: Cold-pressed juices are an acquired taste. They are available in different flavours and combinations. Raw Pressery focuses on providing simple and honest ways to good health. The range of nutritious, cold-pressed juices is free of any artificial additives, water and sugar. The juices, also available in set packages like RAW Starter, RAW Resolution and RAW Commitment packages, have been developed under the professional guidance of medical and culinary experts. It was launched by Anuj Rakyan, last year, and a one-day cleanse costs `1,500. The juices by RAW Pressery are packaged and combined according to the time of the day. For example the 4.30 pm Tangerine , Carrot And Ginger drink pumps you up. It helps you revive your energy lost during the day. Similarly, the other five drinks serve their purpose. Definitely a better choice if you are looking at a serious, well-balanced detox. Nutro Top Foods, Hadapsar With the world going the organic way, we still have a lacuna in the market for the middle class. Smita Dhumal decided to fill this gap. She introduced Nutro Top Foods. Here, she packages juices in 100 ml pouches and delivers them to your doorstep at 7.30 am for `15. Benefits of Nutro Top Foods’ juices Carrot: Eye problem, skin spotting, bones and tooth, kidney, asthma Beet root: Anemia, eyes and skin Ginger-Lime: Constipation, gastric trouble, acidity and arthritis Bitter Gourd: Diabetes, blood
purification, weight reduction, constipation Wheatgrass: Rich in Vit-C, B. Contains anti cancer agent Laetrile. Helpful in cancer, acidity, anaemia, skin deisease, bronchial asthama, chronic cold, allergic disorders, arthritis, keeps away hair greying, has anti aging property, excellent skin cleanser Bottlegourd: Promotes virility, effective on heart diseases, disorders. The juice consumption strengthens cardiac muscles which helps heart function more effectively Papaya: An excellent source of Vitamin C and Potassium. Papayas contain papain, an enzyme that is similar to the digestive enzyme, pepsin Herbal Juice, stall outside Crossword Bookstore, Aundh The third juice vendor operates off a table at Aundh, opposite Crossword bookstore. Priti Jadhav has had a stall here for the last 18 years. She also boasts of a certificate that talks about her expertise in making these juices. Priti’s mother and she start their day at 2.30 am and prepare juices until 5 am. Priti then sets out to sell the juices in a glass, priced at `25. If you want the juice delivered, you will have to shell out an extra `5. Benefits of juices at Herbal Juice stall at Aundh Neem: Reduces heat, increases blood circulation and purifies blood Carrot: Improves skin, eyes and effective in preventing cancer Bottle Gourd: Helps in weight loss and used in heart ailments Wheatgrass: Helps diabetic patients, maintains blood pressure and aides weight loss Our take: The juices by Nutritop and Herbal Juices tasted more or less the same but they were fresh and refreshing. The vegetable juices actually gave one a feeling like one was gulping down the product. The carrot and beetroot juices were exceptional. anjali.shetty@goldensparrow.com
How do the drinks help detox? Anuj shares, “This varies from individual to individual. The juices provide you with an instant dose of healthy nutrition and the benefits can be felt immediately by many. For those undergoing a cleanse, it may take a few hours or days. Some of the benefits of our juice cleanses include a regulated, nourished colon, increased energy and stamina, improved mental clarity, better sleep patterns and a radiant complexion.” What is the difference between cold-pressed juice and other juices? Unlike household juicers or blenders, the cold-press technology produces no heat and allows no air to enter during the juice extraction process. The heat and air thrust through the juice when made in a normal blender or juicer destroys living enzymes and micro-nutrients. However, during the cold-pressing process, a lot of pressure is exerted on the raw produce to yield a fine consistent juice. The juice contains no preservatives, no chemicals and no added sugar, not even water. How much should you have? A pouch a day is good enough. In case you are a fitness freak and already have a check on your diet then you can have two variants within a span of 15 minutes. When to have? Maximum benefits are seen when consumed on empty stomach. The juices should be consumed before 8 am or stored for 12 hours at 4 degrees.
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What’s cooking for IPL?
Executive chef Girish Kumar shares IPL season 8 player’s specials only with TGS readers By Anjali Shetty-Shirsath @shetty_anjali
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hat keeps up the stamina and strength of your favourite cricket player on and off field? A well-balanced diet and healthy meals, experts tell us. The eighth season of IPL is on and Kings XI Punjab are at the Maharashtra Cricket Association, Gahunje, since it’s their home ground. The team is currently staying at Courtyard
by Marriott Pune, Chakan. Executive chef, Girish Kumar has designed a special menu for the players and visiting teams, keeping in mind their diet. Girish shares some exciting information with us, “From a special room service menu that we have designed only for the cricketers during their stay with us, we have noticed that the most ordered dish is the good old Tandoori Chicken and we serve it with a Raw Mango Kachumbar Salad. The Jerky-style Netherland Pork Chops are also a big hit with the players and we serve it with corn, black beans and avocado.” Quite a few of the Kings XI Punjab cricketers have also found a favourite in the Sticky Soy-Glazed Meatball Skewers with Asian Vegetable Noodle Salad. The Spiced Austra-
lian Lamb Cutlets with Carrot and Chickpea Salad is also a big hit with the team. Before the teams arrived, the brief given to the kitchen was that dishes served to the players have to be extremely healthy. So, the menu has dishes that are high on fibre and protein, are cooked in less fat, and are also not very spicy. The cricketers must also have fruits in their diet. But the sportsmen also make special requests before the chef and are easily obliged. “Virender Sehwag loves having Chicken Kebabs and has requested our chefs to prepare the dish for him. We have prepared Roast Chicken for the Kings XI Punjab captain George Bailey and a special Sprouts Salad for Rahul Dravid,” points out Girish. anjali.shetty@goldensparrow.com
Passion Fruit and Pepper Sorbet Serving Size 3 cups Ingredients 1 cup sugar 2 cups water 1 cup passion fruit puree 1 teaspoon coarse black pepper Preparation In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Let cool, and stir in passion fruit puree and season with pepper. Transfer to an ice-cream maker, and freeze according to manufacturer’s instructions (churning time depends on the sort of ice-cream machine you use). The sorbet can be stored in the freezer in an airtight plastic container for up to a week.
Green Power Shake Serving size Two cups Ingredients 1 cup sliced kale (from 3 large leaves) 1 cup seedless green grapes (about 28) 1 cucumber, thickly sliced 1 small green apple (4–6 ounces), cored and cut into chunks 1/2 cup water Preparation In a blender, combine kale, grapes, cucumber, apple, and water; blend, scraping down sides occasionally, until smooth. Strain the juice and, if desired, thin with additional water. Shake before serving.
Murli Vijay (R) with a team mate
Shaun Marsh, Berun Hendricks and David Miller
Asian Spiced Chicken Wings Serving Size 12 servings Ingredients 1/3 cup honey 1/3 cup oyster sauce 1/4 cup soy sauce 6 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons vinegar 1 teaspoon thyme 1 teaspoon sesame seeds 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder 1/4 teaspoon white pepper 4 pounds chicken wings Preparation Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Whisk honey, oyster sauce, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, thyme, sesame seeds, white pepper and Chinese five-spice powder together in a large bowl. Add chicken wings and toss to coat completely. Let chicken marinate for 30 minutes. Transfer the chicken wings and marinade to a baking dish. Bake the wings in the preheated oven for about 90 minutes. Turn and spoon the marinade over the wings every 20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is thick and bubbling.
Parvinder Awana, Manan Vohra and Mitchell Johnson enjoy meals by executive chef Girish Kumar
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Thai treats in your kitchen Chef Pensiri Pattanachaeng helps TGS readers master a few Thai dishes By Barnalee Handique @barnalee
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une is steadily becoming a gourmet’s city. To satiate your hunger, you can choose from Lebanese, Greek, Italian, Russian and a variety of desi dishes. Thai cuisine, known for its spices and flavoursome dishes, is also a hit amongst foodies in the city. Shivani Walimbe, a final year student of hospitality management, says, “The cuisine is rich and diverse. I was introduced to Thai dishes during one Luk chin tod (tofu and vegetable curry) Ingredients 50 gm tofu small cut 10 gm soya wadi, soak 10 gm corn flour 20 gm carrot 20 gm white raddish 20 gm baby corn 20 gm green cabbage 5 ml light soy sauce 30 gm white flour 30 ml thai sweet chili sauce Oil, to deep fry Salt and pepper, for seasoning Water
of our classes. What I liked about the dishes is that they can be cooked easily.” The dishes can be eaten with sticky rice or noodles. As the city opens its doors to different world cuisines, most of the ingredients and spices used in Thai cuisine are available in the local markets. Thai dishes are usually spicy but they can be tempered down according to your taste. Fresh ingredients like garlic, red chillies, lemon grass, galangal, basil leaves, kaffir lime leaf, bamboo shoots, and coconuts are used in almost all the dishes. 42-year-old Chef Pensiri Pattanachaeng, from J W Marriott, says, “Before trying to cook Thai dishes, it is important to underMethod Cut all the vegetables into small pieces. Add tofu, soya wadi and all chopped vegetables in a grinder bowl. Add corn flour, soy sauce, salt and pepper and grind it fine. Add the vegetable mixture in a tofu paste and mix together. The consistency of the mixture should be smooth. Place it in the chiller for 30 minutes. Heat water in a pan. When the water boils, turn the flame low. Roll out the vegetable mixture into a ball. Add the vegetable balls into the boiling water to cook. Remove the vegetable balls and place in ice cool water. Drain the excess water from the vegetable balls. Coat the vegetable ball with white flour and fry until it is half cooked. Serve with sweet chilli sauce.
stand the flavours of the different spices that will go into making a particular dish. The spices should complement one another. Only the blending of these spices will give you the ultimate taste.” Interestingly, it has been found out that Thai cuisine helps weight loss as very little oil is used to prepare dishes. Kanom gluay (steamed banana coconut pudding) Ingredients 300 gm ripe banana, mashed 50 gm rice flour 25 gm tapioca flour 100 ml coconut milk 30 gm palm sugar Pinch of sauce 100 gm fresh grated coconut Method In a mixing bowl, mix banana, rice flour, tapioca flour, coconut milk, salt and palm sugar and mix well. Add freshly grated coconut and mix it well again. Place it on a tray and sprinkle freshly grated coconut on top. Steam for 30 minutes. Once cooked, remove the tray from steamer. Keep it aside until it cools down. Cut into pieces serve.
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Tom Saab Gai (spicy soup with chicken) Ingredients 300 gm chicken leg with bone Slice of galangal Slice of lemongrass 3 pieces kaffir lime leaf 3 pcs pak chee farang (Thai long paisley) 50 gm onion 40 gm tomato (cut into cubes) 20 gm coriander 5 gm red chilli, or as per taste 20 ml fish sauce 30 ml lemon juice 8 gm sugar 800 ml water Method Boil water and add the chicken, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, coriander and pak chee farang. After the water boils and the chicken pieces are cooked, lower the heat. Add the onion and tomato and simmer for 15 minutus. Add the cut red chilies and coriander leaves. Serve hot.
YOUR CHOW AROUND TOWN Kebab and Biryani Festival
Hyatt Pune takes you on a gastronomical journey through the regal era of the Moghuls as you relish on the delicious
Kebabs and authentic Biryanis from around the country. Devour the best of both worlds as you experiment with pairing your favourite whiskies with these royal indulgences. When: Till 26th April Where: Eighty Eight, Hyatt Pune, Kalyani Nagar Contact: +917798889653
Indulge in an Aromatic Baisakhi Experience
Experience the signature aromatic dishes like Bhatti De Murgh, Dhabbe Wali Kukkad Curry, Pindi chole and much more this Baisakhi. Let these delicacies take your taste buds on a culinary extravaganza. When: till 25th April, 6.30 pm Where: Kangan, The Westin Pune, Koregaon Park Contact: 9833875290
Get Bowled Over by Happy Hours
Alfresco at DoubleTree by Hilton is hosting Happy Hours, as you watch the IPL live on a giant screen. Order for a Beer bucket (4 nos) at `700 and get a portion of any starter from the IPL snacks menu. On the menu are delicious starters named after the teams – Dare Devil’s Dreams of Heaven, Mumbai Indian’s special Chilli and Country
Cheddar Toast, Royal Challenger’s Basket of Fries, Super King’s Fried Idli and so on. Order two beer cocktail and get one on the house. Happy hours at Alfresco on beverages will be on till 1st innings of the match. When: Ongoing, 4 pm onwards Where: Alfresco, DoubleTree by Hilton, Pune-Chinchwad
Fun-Day Sunday Lunch
The newly introduced Funday Lunch at Four Points by Sheraton promises you an afternoon full of exciting indoor games like Ludo, UNO, chess, scrabble, monopoly, pictionary and outdoor games like Croquet over a yummy spread along with Kruto Vodka based cocktails served on wheels. When: Sundays Where: The Eatery at Four Points by Sheraton, Viman Nagar
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THRILL OF DRIVING
A-Class apart PHOTOGRAPHy: Vikrant Date
The smallest Merc gets a much-needed boost. Abhay Verma drives it
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’ve always liked the Mercedes-Benz A-Class; it looks cool and sporty but the diesel version was far from exciting with just 107bhp from its 2.1-litre engine. Mercedes has been listening to our cries and this issue has now been addressed. The motor is now in the same state of tune as the GLAClass SUV, producing a far healthier 134bhp along with 300Nm of torque, which is still not as much as the BMW 118d’s 141bhp and 320Nm. The car also gets a new badge - A 200 CDI (the earlier car was badged A 180 CDI), while the additional 27bhp makes it feel more sprightly. Performance tests confirmed the same, as the updated A-Class diesel hit the ton in 9.53 seconds from standstill on our VBOX, which is more than a second quicker than the previous version. The car feels quicker throughout the rev range, and the engine pulls cleanly from very low revs with barely any turbo lag. The
engine feels as smooth as ever, and has no trouble pulling all the way to its 4800rpm red line. Top speed is over 200kmph, though, expectedly, the A-Class does seem to run out of breath after 200kmph. It feels nicer to drive in the city as well thanks to the improved performance, as mid-range is beefier now. This sporty hatch is best enjoyed in Sport mode, but the 7-speed dual clutch automatic feels slightly slower to respond than expected to manual inputs via the steering wheel mounted paddle shifters. Ride quality remains firm, and if you drive fast over potholes, thuds are felt inside the cabin. The stiffer set-up, though, helps in keeping the A-Class planted around fast corners. With the extra horses, the car feels more spirited to drive, adding to its credentials as a sporty hatchback. The steering feels well weighted for spirited driving but might feel
Specification: Mercedes A 200 CDI Engine In-line 4-cyl, 2143cc Transmission 7-speed DCT Power 134bhp @ 3600-4400rpm Torque 300Nm @ 1600-3000rpm Weight 1515kg 0-100kmph 9.53sec (tested) Top speed 210kmph (claimed) Price `26.95 lakh (ex-Mumbai)
too heavy at parking speeds. Since this is not a facelift, the car has not changed visually, except for the panoramic sunroof from the Edition 1, which was a limited edition variant of the A-Class. Not that the A-Class needs a facelift yet, as it still looks extremely appealing, especially from the front, thanks to its unique grille. It does get new 16-inch alloys, which add to its sporty stance. The 2015 model retails at `26.95 lakh exshowroom, Mumbai which is a lakh rupees more than the outgoing A 180 CDI. But the extra horses under the hood certainly are worth the extra money, since the car now feels more like it ought to from behind the wheel. abhay@evo.in
Verdict
+ Improved performance, style, handling, interiors - Ride is stiff, lazy gearbox, cramped rear quarters
TOD rating ;;;34
Left: While the engine displaces the same 2143cc, it now produces 25 per cent more power and 20 per cent more peak torque
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THRILL OF DRIVING
Faired and lovely A proven platform, a windtunnel tested fairing and a smart paintjob makes the Gixxer SF an appealing package.
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ased on the well-regarded Gixxer, the Gixxer SF is the most affordable fully-faired motorcycle out there, and promises a lot in terms of dynamics and quality. Suzuki hasn’t gone the full hog by changing everything they could. Instead, they’ve simply slapped on a well-designed fairing, tested in the same wind tunnel as the GSX-Rs and Hayabusas, which speaks a lot for its efficiency in aiding straight line speeds and stability. Under the skin, the Gixxer SF is identical to the Gixxer, meaning you get the same tried and tested, air-cooled and carbureted motor. Suzuki didn’t deem it necessary to opt for fuel injection as they were able to achieve the same results with a carburetor, and injection would only add to costs. Cycle parts remain the same, and the bike is shod with the same tried and tested MRF tyres that left us super impressed with their grip levels on the Gixxer.
Specification: Suzuki Gixxer SF
Engine 155cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke Power 14bhp @ 8000rpm Torque 14Nm @ 6000rpm Kerb Weight 139kg 0-100kmph NA Top speed 125kmph (true) Price `83,439 (ex-showroom, Delhi)
the motorcycle planted. Interestingly, Suzuki hasn’t altered the mechanicals - not that there was any need to - and the bike feels sporty and light on its feet. Directional changes are quick, while ride quality is great as before, offering a nice mix of ride and handling. The fairing works wonders for the top speed - the second session out on the track with even fiercer winds and rain saw us register a top speed of 131kmph in fifth, hitting the Above: Stubby exhaust has two outlets, limiter on the 2.3km long straight. differentiating the Gixxer from the similar With kerb weight at a mere 139kg, the FZ family bikes from Yamaha Below: SF shouldn’t be noticeably slower than the Compact console is well integrated and Gixxer. Outputs are the same, with the 155cc, provides all the info you need air-cooled single churning out 14.6bhp and 14Nm of peak torque. Top speed though should be significantly higher than the Gixxer, at around 120125kmph realtime. The Gixxer SF is fun to ride even in adverse conditions, and we believe it will be a great motorcycle for daily commuting and the odd jaunt around the hills. The Gixxer Verdict The Gixxer SF will was a surprise package, + Design, handling, certainly turn heads. with its performance build Especially in the official and handling exceeding - Seating position too livery of the Suzuki expectations and the SF Ecstar MotoGP team we feel will only better upright you see here. The colour those virtues. It handles TOD rating and livery should make it beautifully, throttle ;;;34 stand out, though the bike response is crisp even will be on offer in plain black without injection and there’s and white as well. lots of confidence courtesy the On the whole, the Gixxer SF tyres and chassis. has a very nice, attractive stance which makes Suzukis are renowned to offer hassle free it one of the better looking motorcycles in ownership experiences thanks to great build its class. quality and the Gixxer SF felt no different We rode the motorcycle in Japan, at the from any of its siblings. legendary Ryuyo circuit, a proving ground Priced at `83,439 ex-showroom New for all Suzuki sport bikes. Despite the wet Delhi, the Gixxer SF is the most affordable conditions, the Gixxer SF seriously impressed full-faired motorcycle on sale in the country the handful of Indian journalists invited for the today. Of course, most fully-faired machines ride. Even in pouring rain, the confidence the on sale boast larger displacements than this motorcycle gave us was immense, the MRFs little Suzuki, but for someone wanting a sporty offering ample grip on the wet, but super looking fully-faired motorcycle this is easily grippy tarmac. The chassis feels well sorted, the best option in the market right now. allowing one to lean confidently while keeping abhay@evo.in
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By Barnalee Handique @barnalee
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e pamper our four-legged companions as much as we pamper ourselves. They are an extension of our own personalities, after all. So, whether it’s to do with ensuring they stay healthy through every season, or that the pets look as ravishing as you do, it requires a lot of effort. When the sun beats down mercilessly, pets suffer as much as we do and need extra care and grooming. Eating light to stay healthy are the keywords for yourself and your pet until clouds take over the skies. According to Wanowriebased dog behaviourist, Huzannah Banajee Jose, pets should be given water, milk and curds to keep their digestive system cool. Jose also advises that even though you pet maybe fond of meat, it should be avoided as a regular meal. On the other hand, vitamins and minerals should be incorporated in their daily diet.
“Often, due to excessive heat, dogs and cats lose their appetite. They tend to use more body energy in trying to keep cool. This is why it is advisable to feed them a nutritionally balanced diet early in the morning, or late at night. They should also be given plenty of water to drink,” explains Jose. Water is absolutely essential, swears Manvi Pittie, who has been running Wag and Wash, Koregaon Park, for nearly three years. “Drinking water helps the pets stay cool and hydrated.
Gordon Just FUR Dogs Wanowrie
This is a holistic, skin and coat care centre, which includes an eco-friendly spa and a veterinary clinic. Clients usually drop in when their pet needs a shampoo, brushing and a haircut and land up picking something from the accessories section. “Pet owners scan the market so that can buy the latest stuff to make their pet’s world more colourful. Our store has a selection of furniture, tee shirts and matching shoes for the dogs, matching bowls and
If the heat is getting to you, imagine how much harder it must be on your pet. TGS speaks with pet behaviourists, animal groomers and, of course, animal lovers to garner all the information you’d need to help your canine, or feline, darling get through the harsh months
containers. Customers also want to get personalised collars, tags, personal carriers, and so on,” shares Lochana Baney, owner of the store. Baney was once asked to make a dog look like a lion, while another pet owner wanted the fur painted a vibrant colour. But she discourages such requests, “If one loves their pets, they should never make such suggestions as it spoils the fur and damages the skin.” A pet haircut cost from ` 800 onwards at Gordon Just FUR Dogs.
Most pets like to take a dip in pools and fountains. However, they should not be allowed to wallow in water for a long time, as they might catch a cold. They should be taken for their walks early in the morning or late in the evening, not during the day.” In fact, make sure not to take your pet out for a walk in the afternoon as the skin tends get scorched. The concrete and the tar on roads may also cause infection on the pets’ paws. In the summer months, grooming plays an even more important role. All dogs have a natural tendency to shed hair and grow and new coat at regular intervals; this is the cyclic coat change. When an animal is moved from its natural habitat, into its owners’ home, most need help with their coat change. The best way to fight the heat is to give your pets a haircut. “Climate plays an important role in the development of the coat in dogs and grooming is required for any dog. During the summer season, dogs tend to shed a lot of fur. The only way to keep it in check is to brush the pet regularly so that all the unwanted hair from the body comes off. Brushing helps the skin breathe. It removes the grime, ticks, and fleas as well as helps better the blood circulation,” says Lochna Baney, owner, Gordon Just FUR Dogs. Another option is to get the cut the fur short. It is a must for breeds such as Golden Retrievers, Siberian Huskies and Saint Bernards, which have long and double-coated fur. At the same time, animal groomer Rupal Zinngdhe is careful to point out that a haircut should not involve shaving off the hair as that could damage your pet’s skin, due to exposure to direct sunlight. Besides trimming fur, it is essential to give your pet a bath at regular intervals. Girish Gupte, a pet owner, likes to give his Alsatian a bath every 15 days. He believes that it helps the dog keep cool and clean. On the other hand, Joanne
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Vaghari prefers to take her Lhasa Apso to the spa. She says, “At the spa, the attendant also checks my pet’s teeth and nails apart from giving her a massage before the bath. I think she really loves it and looks forward to these outings.” Unlike dogs, cats can combat the heat rather comfortably. They prefer lounging in shady areas. However, water should be provided to the cats at regular intervals or they may suffer indigestion and develop rectal infections. Dogs are more prone to heat strokes. If your pet is panting, salivating or foaming through his mouth, ensure he drinks
plenty of water. If she doesn’t respond to your administrations, contact your vet immediately. While caring for your pet is important, it doesn’t mean that all the fun flies out the window in the summer. A number of pet salons across the city offer specialised services to comfort your pet, especially in this heat. Although an appointment at a pet salon is capable of burning a tiny hole in your pocket, it’s fun watching your pet enjoy all the accessories and pet care products. Helping the animals look their stunning best are a string of pet salons that offer a range of services in the city:
Wag and Wash Koregaon Park Pawsh Baner
According to pet groomer Rupal Zingade, the latest cuts in demand are lion, puppy, doddle or cocker cut. “There are a variety of shampoos for pets. One may select the medicated shampoo or go for the oat meal scrub shampoo, which is usually used for dogs with dry skin. For dogs, who sport a black, or brown, coat of fur, owners usually go for specific shampoos which add
an extra shine to their coat,” says Rupal. Pets can also be treated to aroma massages and baths that help them relax their muscles. She also cleans their ears and clips their nails. Besides dogs, services are available for cats too. The feline pets are usually brought in for a bath, to get their whiskers trimmed and their nails clipped. The price of the services starts from `1400 onwards.
This high-end salon, set up by Manvi Pittie, is known for its many styling and grooming services. Manvi believes in safe grooming without getting the dogs stressed. She specialises in fancy haircuts for Maltese, Yorkshire, Toy Poodles and Terriers. Diya Moolani ,who has been taking her dogs to the salon for a while now, says, “I have two dogs and they are usually excited about going to the salon. They are well taken care of when they are there. Usually, Manvi suggests what shampoos are to be used after a consultation.” The cost of a treatment varies according to what it involves. If a flea and tick treatment
shampoo is used, then the price starts from Rs 1,000 and may go up according to how big the dog is. Wag and Wash is the only salon in the city that does hair colouring for pets. According to Manvi, owners tend to follow the latest trends in pet fashion very closely and there has been a huge demand for hair colour lately. They usually ask to get the ears, tails and the pony tails coloured. To keep it safe, Manvi uses colours that do not burn or bleach the animal’s fur. The entire routine is rather expensive - just to get a tail coloured, it may cost between ` 3,000 to `3,500.
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Head-strong and focused is how one would describe Nikita Naiknavare, who runs the show at Lost the Plot Rahul Raut
By Anjali Shetty-Shirsath @shetty_anjali
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ith the weather is turning schizophrenic, Nikita Naiknavare, founder of the open-air film screening space Lost The Plot (LTP), has her plate full. She meets us on the seventh floor of Seasons Apartment Hotel, Aundh, where LTP’s activities take place. Nikita is peering through her black-rimmed spectacles at the roof of the venue. The weather has been mean and the gusty wind has ripped off the roof that she had specially got made for the site. Despite the scene, the 25-yearold remains calm and composed, while explaining to the staff how Theatre to salvage the situation before turning to greeting us. with a twist The sky and above Nikita founded LTP nearly a yearand-a-half ago, calling the project a rooftop cinema and pub. LTP has recently tied up with the Koregaon Park-based art centre, Monalisa Kalagram, to launch Twilight Talkies, a premium picnic-in-the-park style outdoor concept. As the name suggests, at Twilight Talkies, you can watch your favourite films on a big screen set up under the stars. “Just as Lost The Plot is not a traditional film club, Twilight Talkies also offers a different experience altogether. I happened to visit Monalisa Kalagram and was amazed to see that there is such a quiet and serene place right here in Koregaon Park,” says Nikita, who studied law
in UK, before returning to Pune. Creating special memories By now, the film enthusiast is used to answering queries on her choice of location. People often ask Nikita about her decision to set up a film screening on a terrace, or garden. She chuckles, “Ya, so many people have come up and asked me the same question. Today, people have home theatres and can catch a film in the comfort of
their homes but watching a classic on the big screen is a different experience altogether.” In fact, the conversation reminds Nikita of a screening of My Fair Lady, where a family had come along with the grandparents. “It was such a sweet moment when the grandma came up to me and said, ‘Thank you so much for screening this movie.’ The last time she’s seen the movie was in Mumbai’s Eros Theatre when it was first released and she was just a girl. She still remembered
the lyrics of all the songs and really wanted her grandkids to watch the film too. These anecdotes light up my day and I feel good about what I’m doing,” she adds. It hasn’t all been hunky dory though. Nikita shares how the process of setting-up the procedure to procure films has been tedious. India still does not have an actual framework when it comes to the supply chain for films. “It is hard to get rights for the films. Now that we are in touch with a distributor things are easier and we have a bank of films,” she adds. The next move Divulging details on her vision for the future, Nikita adds, “I intend to provide a platform for indie filmmakers. The set-up will help extend the life of their movies too. shelf Non-theatrical spaces have just begun to come to India, although in an isolated manner. It is not like indie music where you could instantly find takers. Indie films need to get into public domain.” Nikita wants to organise more workshops, short film festivals and language film festivals at LTP. “There are many indie films and other not-so-popular films, which get very short theatrical runs. They are targeted at the urban youth and working population. Unfortunately, theatre time slots don’t fit in and that is why LTP wants to create a platform for such films. In addition, people associated with the film also get an opportunity to attend the screening and discuss their vision with the audience.” anjali.shetty@goldensparrow.com
Let these guys mesmerise you this weekend Avayava, a contemporary dance festival, comes to an end this weekend. Make time for a series of dance programs over the next two days By Zainab Kantawala @kantawalazainab
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rom a modern day adaptation of the timeless saga Shakuntala, to an excerpt from the Tristan and Isolde Trilogy, Avayava 2015, a contemporary dance festival, gives you a chance to see the best of Contemporary Dance from India and abroad. Organised by Space Studio, the festival is being held for the fourth consecutive year in the city. Swapnil Dagliya, creative director, Space Studio, is the man behind the festival. Swapnil is a graduate from Broadway Dance Centre, New York City. Avayava includes an eclectic mix of dance workshops by eminent choreographers from around the world. So what is going to be the highlight at this year’s festival? “We are very excited about the event as
we will be the first festival in India to present Gaga Technique. Gaga Technique is a movement language invented by Ohad Naharin from Batsheva Dance Company, started by the legendary Martha Graham,” Swapnil explains. The festival will also include screenings of international films like Europe Endless by La Ignorancia, which gives an insight into European Parliament depicting the work and lifestyle of Eurocrats, and OJN by Robert Soderstrom, that, Swapnil vows, will make you fall in love with dance. Other notable films screened at the festival, over the week, are Breakaway by Jacopo Jenna, Quake by Erin Malley, Escualo by the Lombard Twins, Hal by Jennifer Essex and Viraha by Swapnil. The festival organisers will also introduce an evening of contemporary performances in alternative non-
Performances to look out for · Gala Night Performances: Shakuntala by students of Space Studio and Swapnil Dagliya. · Suites by Tomas Danielis · 34/35 by Carmelo Segura · Leap into Love by High Kicks All Girls Dance Ensemble · Gold by students of Infant Jesus High School - choreographed by Swapnil Dagliya When: April 19 Where: Dr Kalmadi Shamarao High School, Ganesh Nagar, Erandwane, Pune
theatrical spaces. Performers will include students of Space Studio and will be choreographed by Robert Soderstrom and Amanda Lidholm from Sweden. Also, an all girls dance ensemble High Kicks, from Chennai, choreographed by Aparna Nagesh
and Samantha Teo from Singapore, will be showcase their performance at Independence Brewing Company, Mundhwa, on Saturday. The event includes a children and youth program titled littleAVAYAVA led by International Choreographers
and will introduce young children to creative movement. The festival will also join hands with Upasana Society, a non-governmental trust, to organise workshops for children with the invited artists. This will be held at Kalmadi Shamrao High School.
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‘My stand is irrespective of whom I marry’
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Congress supporter and entrepreneur Tehseen Poonawalla shares his views on being in love and why he says what he wants to By Anjali Shetty-Shirsath @shetty_anjali
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he much-in-love-couple can’t stop gushing over each other. After every answer they look at each other for approval. Entrepreneur and Congress supporter Tehseen Poonawalla brought his lady love Monicka Vadera to Pune to celebrate a year of togetherness and give her a tour of his city. TGS met with the young couple at an up-market restaurant. The couple entered an hour late but quickly seated themselves at a table away from the noise and crowd. LOVE BIRDS Dressed in a green and black number, Monicka is poised and greets us warmly. She is excited about her visit to Pune after five years. “He is a very different person. Tehseen stood out since the first day I met him. He speaks his mind and is genuine at whatever he does,” says Monicka, who met the entrepreneur for the first time on March 6, last year, through a common friend in Delhi. Within five months of dating, the couple decided to take things further. “Ours is a semi-arranged marriage. After newspaper articles started appearing about us, our families prodded us. They asked us whether we are happy with each other. There was no realisation or epiphany. We were meant to be,” smiles Tehseen.
BLOOD TIES How does Tehseen react to claims of supporting his brother-in-law or rumours that he is in the limelight because he is dating Vadra’s sister? “It doesn’t really matter. I started off my political career with Congress way before I met Monicka. So there is no connection whatsoever. People can think whatever they wish. My stand is irrespective of who I marry. Tomorrow, if Congress is wrong, I will go against the party too. My thoughts are not influenced,” says Tehseen who has been actively involved in promoting gay rights and has been working hard to make gay marriages legal in India. “I think the government has no right to decide for us. You cannot term the LGBT community as unnatural. In the larger sense, marriage is unnatural because animals don’t marry to reproduce. Also, when I support a cause it is because I have seen it closely around me.” PUNE CALLING
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MIXING WORK WITH PLEASURE The couple, as a rule, doesn’t attend calls or check phones when they are together. They
spend three nights a week going out to dinners or a drive. They also make it a point to work out in the gym together, thrice a week. “I have realised you don’t need big things to be happy or content. We find happiness by just sending each other text messages. There is no grand gesture. It could be something as small as going out for coffee together,” adds Tehseen. They share that they usually discuss anything under the sun. Their basic principles are the same and that makes it easy for them to agree to disagree on various issues.
Monicka hopes to start a retail outlet for her jewellery designs in the city soon. “Initially, I thought Pune is conservative when it comes to jewellery but I was wrong. The crowd here is
ready to experiment.” The couple is planning a December wedding but do not have much to reveal about it as yet. anjali.shetty@goldensparrow.com
Love in the time of satyagraha
Author Laxmi Dhaul traces the love story of Ayi Tendulkar and Indumati Gunaji, who were involved with the Indian independence movement
By Barnalee Handique @barnalee
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f you have always been interested in history and want to know more about colonial India, be sure to pick up Laxmi Dhaul’s Ayi Tendulkar – Two Nations, Three Lives, that was recently launched in the city. The novel is Marathi version of her tome in English, In The Shadow Of Freedom. The novel speaks about the essence of romance in the corridors of history. The true story is based on the life of the author’s father Ayi Ganpat Tendulkar, Thea von Harbou and her mother Indumati Gunaji. Laxmi reveals, “I wanted to share the story of my parents with people. For a very long time, I have been contemplating about putting my parent’s love story into words. Their love brewed during India’s struggle for freedom. The story needed a lot of experience and maturity to deal with it. The incidents
had to be linked together and the story needed a lot of research and travel. I need to meet people who could throw a light on my father’s life. I had the letters by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru and Gandhiji, who had written to my father. The personal records maintained by my mother helped me write this novel.” Laxmi contacted various people via the internet, apart from visiting Berlin where she met people and found clippings of her father’s articles in a library. While writing the novel, the author was indecisive about writing the story from the point of view of her parents, that is, the story being narrated by her parents, or whether she should write it from her own perspective. Eventually, on the publisher’s request, Laxmi presented her work in the third person. Tendulkar was a part of India’s struggle for freedom. He had participated in Gandhiji’s satyagraha movement while he was working with Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel as a secretary. He was awarded a national scholarship and soon left for France to pursue an education at Ecole Normale Superiure in Paris. After completing his studies, Tendulkar decided to pursue his doctoral thesis from Humboldt University in Berlin. While there, he took up journalism as his profession. By that time, a flamboyant Tendulka could speak six different languages, including Sanskrit. He
had written articles for national as well as international newspapers about India and various issues of the time. As the story spins off, the author tries to conjoin contemporary history with the dilemmas of contrast that romance has to play in the backdrop of nationalism. Tendulkar returned to the country in 1934 to start a newspaper at Belgaum, Karnataka. That’s where he met Indumati Gunaji. Meanwhile Tendulkar had already married thrice abroad. Harbou was his third wife. Gunaji’s parents were against the match and her father asked Gandhiji to intervene. Later on, Gandhiji himself solemnised their marriage, but he asked them to lead a life of celibacy until India achieved independance. Various sections of the novel bring forth a picture of how ordinary people made sacrifices and the challenges, which impacted their life. “The different incidents interwoven in the story were an eye-opener for me. Ordinary people were bound by the diktats of the political leaders. The leaders were not even sure whether they would gain freedom and what would happen to the country after the Britisher’s left,” said Laxmi. This is the author’s second novel after her coffee table book on Sufi saints of Ajmer. Currently, she is busy writing scripts for 2D and 3D media works.
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The Broadway Crossroads is an amalgamation of everlasting love, melodious music and thrilling graphics. The audience will enjoy well-choreographed hitech animated performance style where actors and dancers will be seen in a new light and regular old computers will be seen doing a jig.
The Ghanta Awards 2015 is a stand-up comedy by East India Comedy. Four of India’s best comedians rip into the worst of Bollywood and say goodbye to their non-existent film careers! The Ghantas are the one award nobody in Bollywood wants: an award show for the worst of Bollywood with stand-up, sketches and poorly sung songs featuring East India Comedy’s Sorabh Pant, Kunal Rao, Sahil Shah and Sapan Verma. Awarding The Worst Film, Worst Actor and much, much less! When: 26 April Where: Bluefrog Club, Vimannagar
This Akshay Tritiya, Ishanya has organised home décor and design exhibition – Akshay ‘Treat’iya’. The exhibition will display a host of quirky, interesting and aesthetic home décor items, design coordinated collections, inspired furnishing designs and other envious ensembles to dress up your home. When: Till 21st April, 2015 Where: Ishanya Mall FATIMA NAGAR
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Rangrasia Balam is a musical comedy play about two sets of identical twins separated as infants, and their accidental reunion. The cast comprises of singers and musicians adept at dance and folk music, which will enhance the flavours of this musical comedy. So come enjoy the flavours of Shakespeare. When: 25 April, 6 pm Where: Mahatma Phule Sanskrutik Bhavan Send events to listings.tgslife@gmail.com
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