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Rani prefers home over office P2
Ishani Bose traces the evolution of the sari
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Executives at German movie company Splendid Films have confirmed that Stallone has started work on a fifth ‘Rambo’ movie, reports femalefirst.co.uk.
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‘Bollywood is no less than a Broadway’ Music composer Mithoon Sharma tells Anjali Shetty about an international collaboration and why he belongs to Bollywood
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ollywood excites music composer song for me because it is the first song I wrote Mithoon Sharma because of how much for the movie Ek Villain. It is unfair to slot its films depend on music. any song both creatively and in As a teenager, he was impressed stature.” with the concept of Broadway It took Mithoon a long time and how composers used that ‘I am open to to establish himself in the muplatform to showcase human collaborations sical circuit despite great songs emotions through music. “I latlike Tere Bin, Won Ajnabee and and have er realised that Bollywood is no the likes. H explains, “I do not less than a Broadway because been getting know why because I have never almost every second film-maker I analysed it. I have always been feelers meet says that music is such an happy in whatever I have done in integral part of the film or that the last nine years as a composer.” through music is the hero of my film. To He recently said that he would emails’ listen to directors share their not like to work with another - Mithoon vision and allow me to interpret music director but what does a character musically gives me he feel about an international Sharma a huge high. I of course respect collaboration? “I said earlier that Hollywood and world cinema I can’t sing for other composers as but Bollywood is where I belong,” I’m not a singer. I’m always open says Mithoon. to collaborations. I have been The song Banjara has hit the top of music getting feelers through emails and on my charts and is getting lot of attention, will it social media network. I will surely let become as popular as Tum Hi Ho? He replies, everyone know when I finalise one.” “I’m glad Banjara is getting its due. It’s a special anjali.shetty@goldensparrow.com
Alok Nath to play ‘Babuji’ again Often the butt of jokes on social networking platforms, veteran actor Alok Nath is back to playing ‘Babuji’, this time for a new family comedy series, ‘Tu Mere Agal Bagal’
Hollywood Buzz JLo breaks promise she made to Casper Smart
Pop star Jennifer Lopez is said to have reneged on her promise to make her former beau Casper Smart a star. The singer had promised to help Smart launch an acting career but that never happened, and this is said to be a reason behind their split, reports showbozspy.com. “Over the past two years, Jennifer promised she’d help Casper start his acting career — and even promised to create roles for him in her new movie project, Lila & Eve and in The Boy Next Door, which she not only stars in but produces,” said a source. “All she did was make excuses when it never happened. Casper exploded, calling her a deceitful liar, and said that he now realises she never had any intention of helping him. Then he stormed out of JLo’s mega mansion,” the source added. IANS
Rani prefers home over office At the launch of her latest film Mardaani, Rani spoke on marriage, Aditya Chopra and why the kitchen is a better place to take over
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ver since Rani Mukerji married Aditya Chopra, there have been rumours that she would lead the Yash Raj production house. Rani, however said she would rather take over the house than the office. “There is a lot of power in the house and especially in the kitchen. In the production house, there are many capable people who take care of everything. Adi being at the helm, I don’t think he requires anybody else. I would rather take over the house and not the office,” Rani told reporters during the trailer launch of Mardaani. The actress said that even after marriage she should be addressed as ‘Rani Mukerji’. “My name has not changed, so you all can call me Rani. I would like to be addressed as Rani only. I love my name so I will stick to that. For my films, people know me as Rani and they will always know me as Rani Mukerji. When I admit my children in school, I guess I will change my surname.” While Aditya Chopra is known to be media shy and doesn’t like to face the camera, Rani said he was an indi-
vidual and likes to maintain his privacy. “We are always together. We do go out together, but as a person he has made a very conscious decision to concentrate on his work rather than being seen. That’s his decision and I don’t think that after marriage, it will change. Marriage makes you a different person. Although he is married to an actor, I don’t think he is entitled to become media savvy. He is an individual and would like to maintain his privacy. As long as he is visible to me, I am very happy,” the 36-year-old actress said. On her latest film, Mardaani, Rani said: “There has been a strong message for women in most of my films. When I did research and met many women inspectors, I took inspiration from them. This is a way to say what are the contributions of women police officers in our country. There are female officers not only good as male officers, sometimes even better. We have to change the perspective of how people look at a women police officer. This film is one step towards that change,” she said. IANS
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Pune is no longer a small city and is considered at par with Mumbai.Having said that,we need to upgrade our resources when it comes to the art and entertainment in the city. This will help young talent flourish and they will no longer have to travel to Mumbai and struggle. We need classier and authorised institutes that teach the nuances of film-making, acting and so on to the youth here. We have a rich culture, heritage and some great acting talent in the city.
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Evolution of the ‘unstitched’ treasure While the sari continues to be a classic, its journey has seen many shades, sizes, leaps and bends… Ishani Bose traces the evolution of the garment and takes a peek at the latest trends TGS News Service
continues to be the most versatile sari has evolved enormously, mainly and popular piece of clothing, because we have tried to incorporate among the young and old alike. If a lot of changing trends and new one were to describe style statements that the ethos of wearing a are in vogue, within saree, one could best its drape. ” describe it by quoting The modernised Saris are actor Vidya Balan: version has grabbed a kind of “(Wearing a sari) never the attention of the gets boring, it’s sexy younger generation, power and it just shows the who until recently dressing right amount and hides used to find it a the right amount. It’s cumbersome task to and talks the ultimate tease, wear one. “One does about I think.” Being the not have to restrict our strong, oneself to the typical ‘must-have’ form of clothing in almost six-yard saris rich history pleated every Indian woman’s anymore. We have and the saris without much wardrobe, the embroidery and fewer sari has been the culture of drapes. We also have yardstick of sartorial tastes in the country Indian textile stylised ones which are pinned up with over several years. corsets. The trendy And although cholis are also a the basic very important attribute of this premise of the garment transformation,” says Nivedita, remains the same, it has adding that Bollywood has played evolved over the years an instrumental role in bringing with respect to the way about this change. it is woven, designed, The other kind of saris worn or even draped that are trending lately are today. the sheer ones. “Sheer saris There are almost with crystals are the most hundreds of ways to popular at the moment. drape a sari, not to When it comes to motifs, forget that the very almost all are popular, ‘unstitched’ concept be it traditional or of the sari has been contemporary .The fabrics altered. In their tryst to which continue to be an popularise the garment, all-time favourite are most designers have chiffon, georgette, experimented with tulle, silk crepes,” its form, texture and says fashion drapes and transformed designer the unstitched garment Priyanka into a tailored one, Rajiv. bringing in a whole new variety of saris such as the lehenga sari, gown sari, dhoti sari, bikini sari among others. Fashion designer Nivedita Saboo says, “The Actor Priyanka Chopra looks stunning in a sheer sari. (Right) Puneite Anuja Shinde flaunts a traditional drape
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Another range of saris that seems to have grabbed the attention of A-listers like Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Vidya Balan, Sonakshi Sinha (in Lootera) as well as commoners, are the Bailou saris, which have been playing an instrumental role in uplifting the handlooms, especially the Bengal handlooms. “Our traditional saris were always there but the modern women with changing lifestyle didn’t relate to them in their everyday style of living,” says Bappaditya Biswas, partner at Bailou. “The sari is still by far the most elegant and graceful formal wear for Indian women. It is a kind of power dressing and talks about our strong and rich history and the culture of Indian textile. It’s about how rooted you are that beats any outfit, any day, when it comes to ‘dressing up’ for Indian women,” he stresses, adding that thin gossamer saris are currently much in vogue. The Indian skin tone suits a wide range of colour pallette—be it bright intense jewel colours, bright earthy
pastels or even simple earthy colours. Having been in the industry for almost all his life, and helping his customers choose the sari that best suits them, Bappaditya knows one thing for certain. “More than the colour trend and motiffs, it is about knowing what suits one the most. Individualism is the key to be able to carry oneself with complete oomph and panache, and nothing can ever beat that.” ishani.bose@goldensparrow.com
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f one were to see the wardrobe of Vibha Bokey, a well-established interior designer, one would be surprised at the sheer size and variety of her sari collection. Ask her the exact number and she says, “I can’t put a finger on the number of saris I have, but all I can say is that I love collecting and wearing them. Wherever I go, I look out for saris that immediately catch my eye and buy them.” Having married into a traditional Maratha family at the young age of 19, the sari was probably the only choice of clothing for Vibha. “With time I also took to wearing salwar kurtas and western clothing, especially during my visits abroad, but saris even today continue to hold a very special place in my heart,” she says, adding that the versatility of the garment is what appeals to her the most. “One can have various looks wearing a sari — simple yet stylish in plain chiffon or georgette and beautiful, graceful and elegant in traditional ones,” she says. Vibha is right. The sari is undoubtedly the only garment that has survived the times, right from the days of the Indus Valley civilisation, and
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It’s not a bad film, actually Film: Ek Villain; Cast: Ritesh Deshmukh, Shraddha Kapoor, Siddharth Malhotra Director: Mohit Suri
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filmmaking that was giving the finger How would you feel if one evening you to the fans of the Korean original. walked into your home and found it Suri is a director who is known ransacked and your loved one brutally for by ripping off phoren films and assaulted? turning them into melodramatic Hindi That’s how I felt 10 minutes after romances, and his target audience walking in to watch Ek Villain. My demographic usually digs this kind heart was ransacked, and one of my of film-making and is uncaring about all-time favourite films, I Saw The originality. So, keeping this Devil, was brutally assaulted in mind, how exactly does by director Mohit Suri. Like Ek Villain fare as a film? TGS Rating the protagonist of the original Shockingly, it’s not so bad. film, I wanted revenge and felt Suri takes the core of I Saw ooo an intense urge to physically The Devil and turns it into a and mentally torture Suri for melodramatic, manipulative, breaking my heart. pyaar-mohabbat-dardi-humdardi Then something miraculous drama. happened that made me feel sympathetic One of the reasons the original towards Suri: Kamaal R Khan showed is a classic is that it skips over the up in Ek Villain as a ‘Best employee love story and focuses purely on the of the month’ and cracked a ‘2 Rupees revenge section. Another reason is that people’ joke. The KRK character the villain in that film is a murdering embodied the spirit of Bollywood psycho, for no reason other than the fact
that he is a murdering psycho. Suri and his team of Tushar Hiranandani and Milap Zaveri have tried to add ‘nuance’ to the villain’s character by adding an hour of backstory. They also add in two hours of love story – because you should feel for the revenge-seeker’s loss and justify his actions. And what a love story. The heroine is such a divine character, she would make angels cut off their wings. She worships Lord Ganesha, plays with kids, helps random terminally-ill old people get married. The villain is actually pretty well rendered by Ritesh Deshmukh. Like in almost every previous film of his, he’s a refreshingly big talent in a pool of mediocrity. In Ek Villain, he proves that he can be a really great dramatic actor. Perhaps this will help him get some genuinely great and/or original movies. (By special arrangement with firstpost.com)
Average yet exciting Film: “Transformers: Age of Extinction”; Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Stanley Tucci, Nicola Peltz, Jack Reynor, Sophia Myles, Li Bingbing ; Director: Michael Bay
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Transformers: Age of Extinction is a blockbuster, man versus aliens spectacle that deals with loyalty and honour, where “human freedom is at stake and innocent people die all the time”. The film is propelled with fuzzy logic that involves humans and two sets of giant shape-shifting mechanical creatures — the Autobots and the TGS Rating Decepticons — and it definitely evokes mixed ooo reactions. Confusing for those uninitiated into “The Transformer” series, it proves to be an average yet backed with a meaningful personality arc, delivers exciting epic fare for others. beyond the character. Unfortunately, given the limited The narration begins with the prelude that cannot opportunity, the chemistry between Peltz and Raynor be differentiated from the main story and reveals that is missing. This being the fourth edition, director Michael millions of years ago, when dinosaurs roamed on land, an Bay has ably and artfully managed to hook the audience intergalactic alien invasion caused a near the extinction with with a whole new set of human cast, introducing a few new their superior ammunition that turned living organisms into Transformers and giant scale action that is amazingly staged “Transformium” - “a metal that makes Transformers”. once again. The comic relief comes in the form of a slew of The film then zooms into present day and takes off, tongue-in-check dialogues and self-reflexive gags from the years after the “Battle of Chicago” from its 2011 release — previous editions, which sounds cliched and underwritten. It Transformers: Dark of the Moon, in which the Decepticons works for the film, but at the same time it reveals a lethargic were defeated by the human-robot alliance. output from the creative team. The actors, led by Mark Wahlberg and Stanley Tucci, Overall, with blatant product placements, technically perfectly match their robotic counterparts. Wahlberg excels brilliant visuals and matching performance, the film is a as a concerned and overprotective father and similarly Tucci, worthwhile watch. IANS
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Osteoporosis, a clinical condition that weakens bones, is most commonly seen in women than in men. A little change in your diet will do wonders in combating the ailment. Ishani Bose brings you the causes that lead to this disease and preventive measures one should take to keep it at bay
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Osteoporosis and its food cure Things you should include in your diet
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ooja Kulkarni, 51, had been complaining of acute knee problem for several months. After numerous visits to the doctor and carrying out repeated tests and X-rays, it was finally confirmed — she was suffering from an acute condition of osteoporosis — a condition identified by decrease in the density of bones, thereby reducing their strength and resulting in them becoming fragile. How is it caused According to the International Osteoporosis Foundation, one in every three women suffers from the disease, worldwide, as against one in every five men. Clinical nutritionist Anushree Shetty attributes two major reasons for this phenomenon — the first being less muscle mass among women in comparison to men and the other being menopause, which results in lack of estrogen. “Muscle keeps the bones protected so less muscle mass invariably results in weaker bones. Also, lack of estrogen in women, post menopause, causes the bone density and muscle mass to decline. Apart from this, high thyroid levels in the body (hyperthyroidism) can lead to bone loss,” Shetty says. Add proteins in your diet While there is no permanent cure for osteoporosis, proper nutrition plays a very important role to prevent, slow or stop its progress. “It mainly happens due to lack of calcium and Vitamin D in the body. Hence, the most obvious food choices would be milk and milk products. A glass of milk will give one between 127 and 150mg of calcium. Ideally, an adult needs around 600mg of calcium in a day. So, two-three glasses of milk
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in a day would be just perfect,” says nutritionist Ritika Samaddar. Vegetarians do have options! Though protein intake is must, many argue that while non- vegetarians have a plethora of dishes to choose from, vegetarians just have a handful of options, making their diet a tad bit monotonous and boring. Celebrity chef Shailendra Kekade begs to differ. “There
2 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt If using eggs: 1-1/4 cups milk and 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Vitamin D Calcium relies on vitamin D to help it travel to the parts of the body that need it. The best sources are fatty fish, including salmon, herring, mackerel, and sardines; milk, soy milk and yogurt; UVtreated mushrooms.
Method • Combine all the ingredients except the chocolate chips. • Heat a skillet greased with a little oil on medium heat. Once heated, pour a ladle or 1/4 cup of pancake batter on to the skillet. Sprinkle each pancake with chocolate chips. • Allow the pancake to cook on medium heat. You will notice the top side begins to get bubbles and air pockets and will slowly get steamed and cooked.
Vitamin C It enables the body to produce collagen, a protein that contributes to bone strength and integrity. Strawberries, oranges, lemons, grapefruit, guava ans mangoes are rich in vitamin C.
Things you should avoid consuming
1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour
Potassium Eating a diet rich in potassium helps to slow down the decrease in bone mineral density that occurs with ageing. Coconut water is also a rich source of potassium.
Magnesium This mineral plays a supporting role when it comes to treating and preventing osteoporosis. Get magnesium from pumpkin seeds or quinoa, as well as millet, brown rice, spinach, cashews, sesame seeds, flaxseed, and wheat germ.
is a wide variety of dishes that vegetarians can opt for. Apart from the typical green leafy vegetables, tofu, soybean and soy products, one can opt for oatmeal, chick peas, kidney beans and other pulses, asparagus, broccoli and mushrooms. While most people consider walnuts to be the highest source of protein, what they don’t know is that peanuts contain even more proteins than the former. Also, vegetables like green peas, potatoes and sweet potatoes should be a part of one’s protein rich diet.” He adds that the water produced by hanging curd to make ‘shrikhand’ is also an excellent source of proteins one can opt for. Items that accelerate bone loss are high sugar foods and most physicians and nutritionists consider these to be a ‘strict no no’ for osteoporosis patients.
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Vitamin K This vitamin is essential for the formation of osteocalcin, a type of protein found only in bone. Consuming vitamin K rich foods may help slow bone loss and reduce your risk of damaging a bone later in life.
However, totally excluding sugar from a patient’s diet is not a wise or practical option, believe most chefs. “Too much of everything is bad; however, if sugar is consumed in the right proportion, it need not be harmful. Fresh fruit tarts made with less sugar, could thus satisfy the patients’ sugar cravings,” says Anurudh Khanna, executive chef, The Westin Hotel. ishani.bose@goldensparrow.com
If not using eggs: 1-3/4 cup yogurt, whisked 2 tablespoons oil, 1/2 chocolate chips or freshly chopped chocolate of your choice
Nutritious snack Palak anardana ki tikki 2
Ingredients: 500gm spinach, 120gm potatoes 15gm corn flour 2gm cumin seeds 2gm black pepper 20ml olive oil 70gm pomegranate 65gm hung yoghurt
Method • Blanch and chop spinach leaves. Sauté with royal cumin. Bind with roast potatoes, corn flour and stuffed with fresh pomegranate and hung yoghurt. Check for seasoning. Make a small patie. And seared it on hot griddle. Serve with green chutney. (Recipes by Pradeep Persoya, executive sous chef, The Westin Pune)
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From Italy, with love
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Synonymous with Italian cuisine, Little Italy has been enticing Puneites with its art of fine-dining, for decades Anjali Shetty
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n keeping with its name, Little Italy is a restaurant specialising in an all-Italian fare. It offers dishes from different regions of the country and takes pride in bringing
to Pune aunthentic Italian cuisine. The menu and recipes have been created by Italian masterchefs and most ingredients are imported to ensure authentic Italian flavour. Navin Shetty, CEO, Little
Italy says, “We do not promote our restaurant as a vegetarian place. Our aim is to innovate and present Italian cuisine in its authentic and original form to our customers. When we started out we did have
only expats and foreigners as our guests but today with globalisation we have Puneites enjoy our food the most.” The green-themed decor is pleasing and soothing. “The colour symbolises vegetarian food and is also a pleasant colour which does not distract our guests while they enjoy their food,” adds Shetty. So what you can relish here? Insalata Calabrese which is blanched carrots, potatoes, spring onions, and peas dressed with mayonnaise.Spaghetti Aglio E Pasta Fusilli Barbaresca (left) and (above) Spaghetti Aglio E Oilo olio, spaghetti tossed in roasted garlic, olive oil, tomatoes, peppers, sun-dried tomatoes and parsley. The Mexican side of the menu offers Ravioli Barbaresca, a creamy thin Nachos with Cheese sauce with fresh broccoli, sauce and Cheese Corn Fine-dine tomatoes, garlic, sunBalls to relish, while you TGS Rating dried tomatoes, tempeh, wait for your next course. Food: oooHr A quick round of soup is parmesan cheese and chili flakes. What you Ambience: oooHr recommended. All the Service: oooHr must not miss is the Tre soups are delicious but Peperoni, a thin crust it’s Zuppa Di Asparagus, pizza with fresh tomato prepared in traditional style sauce, green-red-yellow peppers, which tops the list. Along with olives and mozzarella cheese. the signature style Garlic bread, it To give you a glimpse of the makes for a sumptuous meal. And, menu, Bruschetta Al Pomodoro Little Italy’s signature dessert, and Funghi Alla Trapanese give the traditional Tiramisu and a new definition to starters. The Chocolate Bomb, are both unique creamy Spinaci Salsa beautifully and delicious. anjali.shetty@goldensparrow.com woven with spinach is to die for.
The starters are a hit here Eatery Crazy Noodles ensures its dishes offer authentic oriental flavours SWAPNIL SONAWANE
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f you thought Crazy Noodles was just another place serving Indianised Chinese fare, think again. Not only does it offer variety but it’s funky decor is eyecatching too. Located at East Block, Amanora Town Centre, Crazy Noodles has been operating for over a year. The new branch is opened at Phoenix Market City. Green and pink are the two colours that dominate the space here. The oriental eatery has a set menu to plain mayo. The health conscious can choose from the open kitchen. Subodh make do without the mayo and peanuts. Khanduri, partner, Crazy Noodles is The chefs are open to suggestions and always around ensuring the guests are readily alter the dish for you. The open kitchen allows you to see what comfortable. goes into your food and easy The simple menu is divided Eatery for the chefs to interact with into ten sections. The Crispy TGS Rating customers. While you await Noodle salad caught our Food: ooorr your food, the waiters offer attention and received ooorr you various fun games for our thumbs up too. It is a Ambience: Service: ooorr which you can win free drinks freshly tossed salad of crispy or souvenirs. noodles, lettuce, cucumber, Veggie appetiser is the Glass tomato, mushrooms, beans, noodle salad, a tangy Vietnamese salad sprouts, spring onions, carrots, glass noodles and peanuts dressed with of fresh veggies served on a bed of glass schezwan mayo, black pepper mayo or noodles. For teppan style food, the
Butter pepper garlic shrimps are a musttry. The shrimps melt in your mouth in this Japanese style of speciality teppan cooking on a hot flat iron griddle. For the main course, try the white fish fillet stir fried in zingy hot bean sauce. Vegetarians can go in for Tangy Bangkok, tamarind flavoured flat noodles with bean sprouts, peanuts and a slice of lemon. What we really loved and would go back for is the dessert - Money bags, chocolate filled money-bag shaped deep fried fritters served with dollops of vanilla ice cream. It is best eaten with your hand and in one go. We agree. anjali.shetty@goldensparrow.com
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Specification: RS 5
Sirish Chandran is bowled over by two of the fastest Audis in the country... on a cricket pitch!
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can’t claim to be an expert on the subject, considering I’ve only seen one cricket match live, but to my eye the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium is breathtaking. Situated near the Pune exit of the expressway, it’s a stadium I’ve passed by a gazillion times and I always slow down to take a good look, especially when it is all lit up for night matches. This is
Below: 19” rims offer brutal ride while looking spectacular; Right: Cabin is beginning to look and feel dated; Traditional analog clocks
the first time I’m inside, the first time I’ve been allowed on to a cricket pitch, and — despite the empty stands and the deafening silence — you can feel the energy. I get goosebumps imagining taking guard in front of 34,000 spectators and 1.2 billion glued to their TVs. Every one of whom are experts on cricket. But I’m not one, so I repair to the terrace where we have the RS 5 and RS 7. What, no R8, you ask? Well, the RS 7 makes more power than an R8 V10 Plus with
space for two cheerleaders and their pom-poms, so… Let’s start with the RS 5, for it has an engine that you will soon only see in museums – a naturally aspirated V8. The venerable 4.2-litre V8 has always been epic: epic power, epic soundtrack, epic revs. It’s so good that the engine was dry-sumped and stuck into the back of the R8 to make for a bloody brilliant supercar. Six years after I made my first acquaintance, this remains a brutally epic motor.
For the RS 5, Audi have tweaked it to move power up to 442bhp, torque to 430Nm and the rev limit up to 8500rpm. There’s also a 7-speed twin-clutch gearbox with launch control that fires the RS 5 to 100kmph in 4.5 seconds. And it’s accompanied by a growl that gets harder and harder as the revs sweep north towards 8500rpm. And of course there’s the optional (`2.5 lakh) sports exhaust. Using the paddles for the S tronic gearbox, you can keep it in a higher gear and revel in a rich bassy low-rev soundtrack while the tremendous flexibility of the engine allows it to pull hard from anywhere. The RS 5 gets all-wheeldrive and that means traction in all conditions, over all sorts of surfaces. In rear-wheel-drive cars, a lot of the initial poke is lost in wheelspin; the RS 5 launches at the perfect revs, squats on its haunches,
The RS 5 engine makes 444bhp, 430Nm of torque and revs to 8500rpm only a slight chirp from the tyres, and bang-bang-bang up the gears. But you can’t do this day in and day out; after maybe four launch control runs, the clutch needs to cool down before you go back out. The brakes are mighty – eight-pistons up front, floating discs with a wave-pattern to save weight, and nothing in the way of fade. Quattro is allied to an electronically-controlled rear differential (a `2.3 lakh option) that acts as a limited-slip diff and enables torque vectoring that brakes an inside wheel, sending more torque to the outside with more traction. Which means that hard as you might try, the RS 5 refuses
Engine V8, 4163cc, NA petrol Transmission 7-speed S tronic Power 444bhp @ 8250rpm Torque 430Nm @ 4000-6000rpm Weight 1715kg 0-100kmph 4.5 seconds (claimed) Top speed 250kmph (limited) Price (ex-showroom, Mumbai) ` 99.8 lakh/1.29 crore (as tested)
Verdict + Beautiful, brilliant engine, improved chassis - Guzzler, lacks sharp handling
TOD rating ;;;;0
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Verdict + Power-to-price ratio - Looks too much like the A7
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to smoke its tyres or get the rear unstuck; it’s just clinical precision clawing at the tarmac, the sport differential rotating the rear by just that right bit to turn it harder through corners, nothing wasted. However, even when the road is smooth, the RS 5 rides like the devil. Even in Comfort mode. Shod with 19-inch wheels (a `5 lakh option) with just 35-profi le rubber, it is hard-as-nails and in
Dynamic mode, it is absolutely brutal. Apart from the BIC, I don’t think there’s a single road in the country where you can keep the RS 5 in Dynamic mode — your spine will be rearranged and your teeth will fall off. UP BY about 50 lakh rupees, there’s the RS 7. For that additional dough you get four doors, four very comfortable seats, a beautiful shape, and 552bhp. 552! Everything else pales in comparison to that figure. The R8 V10 Plus is at 542bhp. This really is a stupid amount of power for a family car with space for (lots of) luggage. It does 0-100kmph in under four seconds and keeps on accelerating – to 200, 250 and on and on to 280kmph thanks to the optional (`3.5 lakh) Dynamic
Specification: RS 7
pack that bumps up top speed from the regular 250kmph. You can even remove the 280kmph limiter, allowing the RS 7 to peak at 305kmph. The RS 7’s 4.0-litre V8 gets twin turbos (mounted between the cylinder heads), an air to water intercooler, and direct fuel injection. Just like revs define the driving experience of the RS 5,
in Dynamic while suspension and steering were in Comfort. (Dynamic for the steering just adds weight, the feel and feedback remain as remote as ever.) And thus programmed, the RS 7 actually rides well. Way, way better than any car running on 21-inch rims (a `5 lakh option) with 35-profi le tyres has any right to. In the RS 5, you
Clockwise from left: RS badge promises and delivers much; Cabin gets a dimpled flat-bottomed steering wheel; 4.0-litre twin turbo V8
it’s the torque that defines the RS 7 – an industrial-grade 700Nm that peaks at just 1750rpm and stays flat till 5500rpm, a seemingly endless surge. When you aren’t in the mood for it, thanks to cylinder deactivation, half the cylinders of the V8 shut down and it moderates its drinking habit. To 6.5kmpl, if the on-board computer is to be believed. I can’t believe I’m actually talking about fuel efficiency here! Of course that’s no way to drive, but neither is full Dynamic mode an agreeable option – those rims are optional 21-inchers. As with most Audis today, you can set different parameters in different modes and my Individual mode had engine and transmission
have to grit your teeth. In the RS 7 nobody complained and that’s remarkable. Actually, everything about this car is remarkable. The cabin — again like all Audis these days — has impeccable build. Suedelike seat fabric is lavished on the supportive RS seats, there’s a fat, dimpled, flat-bottomed steering wheel and lashings of carbonfibre trim. There are some hard plastics, but not something I can’t live with. The back seat is comfortable, if a little tight on headroom and it all feels wonderfully snug and sporty. The ground clearance is also good for our Indian roads; not once did we scrape her underbelly and that’s despite this car being kitted with Dynamic Ride Control. Which
Engine V8, 3993cc, turbo-petrol Transmission 8-speed tiptronic Power 552bhp @ 5700-6600rpm Torque 700Nm @ 1750-5500rpm Weight 1920kg 0-100kmph 3.9sec (claimed) Top speed 250kmph (limited) optional 280/305kmph Price (ex-showroom, Mumbai) ` 1.29 crore/1.75 crore (as tested) is a `2.3 lakh option, by the way, plus `2.5 lakh for the sport rear differential. IF THE RS 5 FEELS LIKE A technically accomplished ODI player, an opening batsman who can carry his bat through the match, the RS 7 is that enormous West Indian hulk Chris Gayle. It takes the road and destroys it, just like Gayle’s 30-ball century destroyed the Pune team last season. It doesn’t matter if the road is straight or wriggly, Quattro, the sport rear differential, torque vectoring et al makes it utterly unflappable. In Dynamic mode, the RS 7 vividly transmits every little surface change into the cabin, which is all great when you are cornercarving but crippling for your neck and back. The steering is precise and connected, but just like the RS 5 not delivering much in the way of feel and feedback. What really does it for the RS 7 is its everyday usability. The cabin is excellent as is ride quality. Leave it in sport mode and the exhaust pops and bangs, which is overlaid with a roar when you gas it from the lights and a crackle when you let off the throttle. There’s space for four with luggage. It is a proper all-rounder with a bit of swag. Like Shastri, it can bat anywhere, from number 10 to the number 1. And just like that Audi 100 that eventually became the A6 that spawned the fourdoor coupe A7 and thus the RS 7, there is enough real estate in the car, and on the car, for an entire cricket team to take a victory lap. Shame the curator threw us out when we suggested that as the closing picture. sirish@evo.in
Auto Selector with ThrillOfDriving.com I’m having trouble deciding on my first car. As I am a serious petrol head (no diesels) and want a good hot hatch, I have whittled my choices down to the VW Polo GT TSI, Maruti Suzuki Swift and Toyota Etios Liva TRD Sportivo 1.5. What car should I put my money down on?
We’d straight off recommend the Polo GT TSI with the excellent 1.2-litre turbo-charged petrol mated to a 7-speed DSG automatic. It has the best engine-transmission combo, looks great, scores very highly on crash safety and is the best driver’s car out there. Bit on the expensive side though.
I’m looking to upgrade from my old Skoda Octavia vRS as the maintenance costs are really getting to me. Could you please suggest a replacement as I want a car that will deliver as much fun (I have modded the car slightly), is as big and as comfortable and doesn’t cost over Rs 25 lakh.
There is the latest Octavia with the 1.8TSI turbo-petrol engine which is more grown up than your old Octavia with better comfort, space, practicality and is as quick, but it doesn’t have that raw sporty edge of the original vRS. Alternatively you could opt for a well-maintained petrol-engined Audi A4, BMW 3 Series or Mercedes-Benz C-Class in the second hand market which will be within your budget and good fun to drive with a premium badge to boast of. Check the car’s history thoroughly to avoid escalated maintenance costs.
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Steer away from the grunge and grind of everyday routines by visiting rain-drenched destinations around the city, says Barnalee Handique
Rainy day destinations
The Kaas plateau is mesmerising during monsoons
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he onset of the monsoons brings about a feeling of an inexplicable joy, even as the first showers rain down and slake the long thirst of a summerscorched and parched earth. It’s the time to break away from humdrum daily routines and getting away to some exotic destinations not too far away from Pune city.
Lonavala is pleasant and scenic during rains
Sinhagad The towering, historic fort of Sinhagad is among the most frequented places during the monsoons. Nature lovers and adventure-minded Puneites take off for this historical fort situated at the south-west of the city without much ado during the rains, as the weather brings out the most scenic of the fort’s aspects. What to find: Biur’d eye view of the fort’s surroundings. The memorial of Shivaji’s brave warrior Tanaji Malusare. The fort is at time shrouded in mist and the surroundings turn lush green making it a perfect spot
Lohagad
for trekkers. How to reach: It’s 25km from Swargate bus station. Sinhagad Road leads right up to the fort. Food: Steaming hot kanda bhaji, tea, zunka-bhakar and buttermilk are the specialities at the fort. Mulshi The scenic Mulshi lake is among the most popular tourist destinations near Pune. It lies in the catchment area of Mulshi dam surrounded by the Sahyadri hills. What to find: Tamhini Ghat, Dhangad and Koraigadh forts, and an ancient temple devoted to Vanjai
Mata. Ratnagiri Hills, Hattihant and Pagota are also popular spots. How to reach: It is 50km away from Pune. Take the Paud Road from Karve Road and continue till Paud, the tehsil of Mulshi taluka. Drive down Tamhini Road till you come to the Mulshi dam. Food: Roadside stalls serve Maharashtrian thali, vada-pav, dahi, chai etc. Lohagad-Visapur These twin forts are a trekker’s paradise, especially during the monsoons! What to find: Waterfalls galore
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The greenery around Panshet is breathtaking during this season
various parts of Lohagad when you explore the place as a trekker. How to reach: Take a local train to Malavali, the nearest rail station from Pune (45 km). The place is just 10 km away. Those who want to enjoy a drive can hit the old PuneMumbai highway and reach Karla junction. Food: Enjoy pithla, bhakri and thecha at roadside dhabas in the villages. Malshej Ghat Nestled beautifully in the Western Ghats, Malshej Ghat is a mountain pass presenting exciting opportunities for rock climbers and trekkers. History and adventure go hand in hand here. What to find: A splendid view atop the Konkan Valley and surrounding
Mulshi Lake is one of the most popular tourist attractions nearby
Mulshi
areas. One of the best sightings is the arrival of flamingos during monsoons. How to reach: About 140 km from the city. Take the Pune-Nashik highway from Kasarwadi. Food: Options are limited, though a couple of shacks offer vadapav, fried chillies and chutney and, if lucky, corn on the cob. Kaas Plateau Visit the place to see the stunning Kaas Lake turn exquisite during the monsoons. It is a manmade lake and the main source of drinking water for Satara residents. What to find: It is a major stopover along the route to popular destinations of the region like Kasaidevi Temple, Yewateshwar Temple, Bamnoli and Tapola. How to reach: 26 km from Satara and accessible by road, this destination is perfect for family picnics. Food: It is better to carry own food as roadside eateries are hard to find. Panshet Dam Panshet dam, also known as Tanajisagar dam, is on Ambi River. It is famous for water sports like surfing and kayaking at Peacock Bay.
What to find: Beautiful monsoon greens and miles of water! Nearby is Nil Kantheswar where the sunset is worth the patient watch. Besides, there are some exquisite sculptures depicting mythology amidst verdant nature. How to reach: It is hardly a few miles from the city. Take the Sinhgad Road and drive till Donje village at the foothills of the fort. Take right from this village and all it takes is a 25-km drive along the Mutha river. Food: Eateries near the dam offers thalipeeth, bhakri, vadapav with a dash of chutney. Also available are vegetarian and non-vegetarian thalis.
Sinhagad is a must-visit for Puneites during monsoon
Don’t miss the Venna Lake, towering Pratapgadh and Mapro gardens at Mahabaleshwar
Lonavla Monsoon is the time when two hill stations of this place bloom. What to find: Valvan Dam and Bushi dam provide an excellent getaway. Karla caves has one of the largest early Chaitya caves in India, dating 80 BC. Ramachi fort is 6.5 km from Lonavala. Rubbing shoulders with Amby Valley is another attraction. How to reach: Located 60 km from Pune via the Pune-Mumbai Expressway. Food: Plenty of roadside stalls and good restaurants. Mahabaleswar One of the most cozy getaways, it is also the most crowded during the rains. What to find: Everything! From the lofty Wilson Point, Arthur’s Seat, Elphinstone Point, heaving Venna Lake to the nearby towering Pratapgadh, Mapro gardens and strawberry fields. How to reach: Situated near Wai in Satara district, it is about 120km from Pune. Buses from Pune take about 2hr15 min to reach the hill station. Food: Try Bawa cuisine in select old Parsi hotels and the cob on the lake.
An aerial shot of Mahabaleshwar
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First, unscramble the following four Jumbles, to form ordinary words:
UDDEEC
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AECMUN
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UKEDNRN
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LTCIEDA
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NOW, RE-ARRANGE THE SHADED LETTERS TO ANSWER THE FOLLOWING:
"One that is doomed! [4,4]"
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SOLUTION
UDDEEC >> DEDUCE A E Jumbles, C M U N to form > >ordinary A C Uwords: MEN First, unscramble the following four UKEDNRN >> DRUNKEN O LTCIEDA >> CITADEL
UDDEEC AECMUN
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NOW, RE-ARRANGE THE SHADED LETTERS TO ANSWER THE FOLLOWING:
"One that is doomed! [4,4]"
Aarush Shivade, (5 yrs) Sudoku Puzzle # 002 (Hard)
Sudoku-Kids Puzzle # 002
Sudoku is a simple number-based puzzle that involves a square grid of (9 x 9), split into nine boxes, each
This Sudoku for kids is a simple logic-based puzzle that involves a square grid of (4 x 4), split into four boxes, each containing nine squares. The aim is to fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every (3 x 3) box containing four squares. The aim is to fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every (2 x 2) box contains the contains alphabets ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’ and ‘D’ (or numbers ‘1’, ‘2’, ‘3’ and ‘4’). Each puzzle has a unique solutionthe . digits 1 through 9. Each puzzle has a unique solution.
Sudoku Puzzle # 002 (Hard)
Sudoku-Kids Puzzle # 002
2. Sudoku - (For Kids)
3. Sudoku - (Difficult)
Sudoku is a simple This Sudoku for kids is a simple logic-based puzzle that involves a square grid of (4 x 4), split into four boxes, each number-based puzzle that involves a square grid of (9 x 9), split into nine boxes, each ninethe squares. The aim is to fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every (3 x 3) box containing four squares. The aim is to fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every (2 xcontaining 2) box contains alphabets ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’ and ‘D’ (or numbers ‘1’, ‘2’, ‘3’ and ‘4’). Each puzzle has a unique solution . contains the digits 1 through 9. Each puzzle has a unique solution.
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UDDEEC AECMUN UKEDNRN LTCIEDA
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2. Sudoku (For Kids)
Astrology Your Week Ahead
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TAURUS: The nurturing moon falls in your third house of immediate environment prompting you to spend much of your day with your family and friends. PuzzleMagic – by Vivek Astunkar Jumble-Scramble Puzzle Email: puzzlemagic@gmail.com Page # 1 of 1 Even if you must go to work don’t waste your time taking on extra activities. Conserving your energy while you can puts you in a better position to pursue your dreams in the days ahead. ARIES: You may be worried that you are running out of time and you still have an important decision to make. It’s not the best time to rush ahead just to show everyone how well you can handle a crisis at work. Don’t over react.
A new moon in your sign on Friday suggests extra dynamism to help you go after whatever you want. If you are planning to sign a new contract, please hold off untill July 1. Over the next few weeks you will also have a spectacular opportunity to find romantic connections through If your your social ones. Your Birthday falls love life is about to bein the next come a juggling act, in week a good way. Venus will move into your romance sector on Monday and it will remain there till July 18. If you are dating someone, this will be an ideal week to introduce him or her to your family. In fact, your family might have the way to your heart.
GEMINI: Wait to share yur opinions until your emotions settle down and your clarity returns. Your mood will fluctuate mildly today and every time you make up your mind, something will happen and you will feel a shift again. On Monday, Venus will enter your sign where she will remain until July 18.
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CANCER: The evocative moon’s return to your sign this afternoon can fill you with pride. Hiding your feelings today may not be as easy as you think. Letting go of your old expectations with an open mind helps you discover a new direction for the month ahead.
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3. Sudoku (Level: Difficult)
DEDUCE ACUMEN DRUNKEN CITADEL
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LEO: It can be challenging to hear your own voice if you are always busy with everyone else. It is not your fault if people are pushing you to perform. You are already the centre of attention but after Monday you will be sought after for your incredibly charming ability to speak. VIRGO: Although your intentions are good, you are not interested in establishing an agenda for anyone else. You could confuse others at work with your energy.
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LIBRA: On June 27, a new moon in your career sector will begin to help you move forward professionally. Wait untill July 1 before finalising plans. For now, Tel : 27545639 : 9821341496 and restrategise. Career progress might seem to be on hold. A revise,Cell reconsider full moon in your communication sector may add to the frustration. SCORPIO: You realise you must focus on the present moment instead of holding on to an old dream that stands in the way of your happiness. However, keep in mind that clinging to your past or dreaming about the future doesn’t leave you with much time for now. Your erotic side will be aroused this week. SAGITTARIUS: It seems like everyone wants to spend time with you now because you know how to kick up your heels and have fun while remaining emotionally available. However, you can avoid the stress of being in such high demand today by redirecting the subject of a conversation. CAPRICORN: You are not very pleased if a friend or partner holds out on you now. Unfortunately, your desire to know another person’s feelings could drive your own emotions deeper into hiding. There are strong indications however that someon special is about to become exclusively yours. AQUARIUS: You might steer the topics away from subjective biases. But your attempt to modify the natural flow of a conversation could anger someone. The wisdom of the cosmos shines the brightest now when you are not trying to be in control. PISCES: If you think that somebody is taking unfair/undue advantage of your kindness, your swift response today could catch him/her off guard. Don’t be afraid in a power struggle, if necessary just keep in mind that your compassion is still your most effective weapon.
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JUNE 28, 2014 PUNE
CITY EVENTS
Your Attention Please! Events in the city you wouldn’t want to miss EVENTS IN AUNDH-BANER
Where: Seasons Apartment Hotel, Aundh, Pune When: June 28, 8.15pm What: Pagdandi is hosting a nature and wildlife exhibition. Lensman Roshan Panjwani, an amateur photographer is greatly interested by the wilderness and ways of nature and presents his works. Where: Regent Plaza, Baner Pashan Link Road, Baner When: Ongoing till June 28
EVENTS IN CAMP What: Now is the chance for your kids to become the ‘ballerinas’ and the ‘ballerinos’. NAACH begins Russian Ballet to provide a strong base of technique and knowledge in ballet to children in a playful manner. Where: Naach Dance Cafe, DP Road, Aundh When: Ongoing till August 15
Catch Kazakh cinema at NFAI The festival will be an occasion for Pune’s film buffs to watch a clutch of splendid Kazakh films
What: FEED which has been contributing to the field of architecture over past 15 years by organising various lectures and presentations related to design and built environment for students of architecture and for all those professionals who believe learning to be an unending process has opened limited membership for new members. Where: 13, Praniti Apartments, (between Sakalnagar & Samsung showroom), Baner Road, Aundh When: Till July 4 Call: 99604 21429
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a clutch of splendid Kazakh films, festival of Kazakh cinema, many of them critically acclaimed the fifth such film festival and internationally awarded, organised by Pune Interincluding some that were nominational Centre, will be held in nated for the Oscars. Nearly all association with NFAI and, this the films to be screened have time, with the Indian Council for been made after Kazakhstan Cultural Relations (ICCR) as well. became an independent The festival will be inaucountry in 1991. gurated by Gulnara The films are varAbikeyeva, eminent ied in terms of style film historian and and subject: some author from KaWhen: take up historzakhstan, and July 4 to 7 ical subjects: artistic director Where: Gift to Stalin by of the Eurasia National Film Archive Rustem AbdraFilm Festival of India (NFAI) shev, for instance, in Almaty. Also is a dramatic present will be if underplayed narDr Rashmi Dorative of Kazakhstan raiswamy, author, as a dumping ground for editor, expert on CenStalin’s ethnic purges and atomtral Asia and Professor at the ic experiments. Sergei Bodrov’s Academy of International StudMongol, on the other hand, deies at Jamia Millia University in scribes the events in the life of New Delhi. Chinghiz Khan that led him to The festival will be an occabecome the legendary conqueror. sion for Pune’s film buffs to watch
What: Catch the exclusive Pune screening of Hola Venky at Lost The Plot. A new chapter in off beat cinema, this is the second feature film from indie director Sandeep Mohan (Love, Wrinkle Free). The appearance of a bizarre wormhole threatens to dismantle software techie Venky’s already confused and insecure mind.
What: Get a taste of humour, love, and a whole lot of entertainment with Nothing, In Particular, a play based on William Shakespeare’s famed comedy, Much Ado About Nothing. Where: Babasaheb Ambedkar Bhavan, Maldhakka Chowk, near Pune station When: June 28, 7:30pm to 9:30pm Call: 7350011866, 9422675106
What: 1000 Oaks brings to you Andhra’s culturally rich states, Telangana and Seemandhra. This season, the eatery is hosting an exclusive Andhra food fiesta for which chefs from the region have been invited. Where: 1000 Oaks, 2417, East Street, Volga Chowk, Camp When: Ongoing till June 30
What: Join Diva beginner bellydance weekend which includes technique classes, veils dance (veils will be provided by the company to be used in the classes), core strengthening exercise (inspired by pilates) and free cover up classes. Where: 16 MG Road, Karachiwala Chambers, 6th floor. When: Ongoing till August 3
EVENTS IN DECCAN What: Art2Day Gallery is organising an eight-session creative workshop on ‘Learn to Draw & Sketch Portraits’ by Manjiri More, a portrait artist. It also offers an opportunity to learn basics of drawing and sketching portraits in specially designed short course for art lovers in Pune by art masters like Professor Sudhakar Chavan, Milind Mulick and others. Where: Art2Day, 1048, Samarth, Shukrawar Peth, Tilak Road, Near Hirabaug Chowk When: June 28 onwards, 10.30am onwards What: Visit a photography competition and exhibition on the topic ‘rains’ by Ark events and entertainment. A special photography workshop for
Learn to draw and sketch potraits at Art2Day
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participants will also be arranged. Where: Balgandharva Art Gallery, JM Road When: July 2,3 and 4 What: Come and enjoy your Tuesdays at Khandani Rajdhani with unlimited food at a price that’s unmatchable. This delectable menu includes two farsans, four types of vegetables, dal bati churma, roti, rotla, paratha, dal, kadhi, rice, khichdi, three sweets and various other accompaniments. Where: Khandani Rajdhani, opposite Balgandharva When: Every Tuesday What: Rajul’s Cooking Classes offers a chocolate and dessert making workshop where you can learn to make two-tone, truffle filled, caramel, hazelnut-filled chocolates, chocolate lollypops and many other yummy treats. Where: Bungalow No # 1343, Sanghvi Bungalow, Pune Corporation, Shivajinagar Pune When: Ongoing Call: 9008671166 What: Do you want to earn more money and are not satisfied about your earning? This workshop is a self realisation event which will help you to understand your real potential and take you to the journey of joyful journey. Recommended for entrepreneurs, businessmen and self-employed individuals. Wealth creation trainer Ashish Ramesh Bhave, who is a certified financial planner, NLP practitioner and management graduate, will conduct the workshop. Where: Hotel Ranjeet, Deccan When: June 29 Call: 08862079292 What: ADI Pune, India celebrates World Industrial Design Day 2014 with a series of talks impacting design. Mansoor Khan, a film-maker, thinker and writer, The Third Curve will speak about energy being the currency and how it can be a crucial element in design and our thinking. Nishma Pandit, a designer with a decade plus experience in design of products and interfaces, will talk about how
design can lead into innovation. Where: Sumant Moolgaokar Auditorium , Ground Floor, Wing A, MCCIA Trade Tower, ICC Complex, SB Road When: June 29, 4.30pm-6.45pm
of Zumba fitness with Vibez across Pune. Where: Kalyaninagar Call: 9049874233
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EVENTS IN KOREGAON PARK What: Come and enjoy an array of the most traditional and freshest delicacies served fresh from Italy prepared by Italian chef Giuseppe Lioce. Experience conventional Italian delicacies and relish flavoursome specialties like Ciccio con burrata, Orecchiette di Puglia and Sporcamuss paired with authentic wines of Puglia to pamper your taste buds. Where: Prego, Westin Pune Koregaon Park When: Ongoing till July 6
What: Party yourself into shape by joining Zumba. Be a part
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Music and Lyrics
What: Swastika, a band that specialises in experimental, alternative and ambient music, with jazz, blues, alternative, funk and progressive influences will be in Pune on Thursday. Comprising Varun Singh (bass), Uday Nair (guitar), Gautam Deb (drums) and Rishank Kaul (vocals), they promise to do their best to entertain you. Where: Hard Rock Cafe, Koregaon Park When: July 3 What: Learn Bharatnatyam at the Kalavardhini Trust, which was established in 1988 with the primary object of supporting the teaching and propagation activities in performing and allied arts, particularly classical dance. Where: Artsphere, opp Joggers Park, Kalyaninagar When: Ongoing till June 30 (Monday and Friday)
EVENTS IN YERWADA What: Soul Sante will bring together art and spirituality with paintings by several gifted artists at the event. It will be inaugurated by yoga guru BKS Iyengar. Where: Tilting Art Gallery, Yerwada When: Ongoing till July 7
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ancham Creations, Pune and Studio 5 have been hosting and organising Manohari Pancham — A Tribute To Rahul Dev Burman, followed by an award ceremony for a few years now. This tribute to the great composer RD and his associates is conceived and presented by Anand Ghogare and Sameer Parasnis.
When:
June 28, 9:30pm Where:
Ramakrishna More Auditorium, Pimpri
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Senior music arranger Kersi Lord, late Gulshan Bawara, guitarist Ramesh Iyer, singer Poornima alias Sushma Shresth and Homi Mullah have been felicitated with ‘Panchamratna Award’ previously. The recipient this year is RD’s very talented associate, santoor maestro Pandit Ulhas Bapat. The event will also see a santoor recital by the awardee and a drum performance by Franco Vaz. The programme will showcase live vocal and instrumental performances by musicians and artists from the industry along with a very exclusive audio-visual presentation of some rare audios and visuals of Pancham. The show promises to be a treat for music and Panchamda lovers in the city. The live performances by renowned artistes will be the highlight of the event.
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isit an adoption camp, where it offers you a choice of healthy mixed breed puppies/dogs/kittens/cats for adoption, for free. The vets ensure that they are de-wormed, healthy and are groomed for adapting to a new location. Adopting Indian puppies and kittens benefits the society in a large way; it not only helps reduce the stray population but also provides you and your family with an ideal companion. Indian dogs and cats are more adapted to Indian weather conditions and are more immune compared to English breeds. They not only are low maintenance but also extremely useful for security reasons. A lot of societies are adopting Indian dogs as they are useful got home security. Foster parents bringing puppies and kittens should come between 9am and 11am. Puppies of 2.5 months old and above will be allowed only.
When:
June 29 Where:
ABC Farms, Koregaon Park Contact:
9226108504, 9922617178
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Don denim to look trendy
JUNE 28, 2014 PUNE
Lifestyle & Leisure
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enim will never be out of fashion and dresses made of the fabric could form perfect updates for the wardrobe. One can find this trend in designer stores and in high streets and the great thing is they fit well with tights too, so on cold days you can still wrap STYLE up and CHECK look chic whilst doing so, reports femalefirst.co.uk. Smock style dresses are sure to hide any belly fat and they’re light and breezy too, which means they’re ideal for when it gets too hot outside. So try out denim dresses this season and be a style stealer. D e n i m jackets are always going to be in style. Year after year they come back to the forefront. Cur vaceous women can fill in their wardrobe with the trendy plus s i z e outfit. A plus size denim jacket works perfectly on women with curves, over a summer maxi dress, cropped trousers and even with this season’s must-have midi (mid-length) skirt, reports femalefirst. co.uk. Curvaceous women can pick out any of
City Celeb Chat Name: Michelle Poonawalla I am a: Director, Poonawalla Engineering Group, Intervalve and Elomatic Three words that describe me: Hard working, soft-spoken and caring My work mantra: Hard work, determination and performance. Be a leader in whatever you do My style statement: Create your own style and dress to suit the occasion I’m most comfortable in: A pair of jeans My favourite restaurant in Pune: Alto Vino, JW Marriott and Pasha My favourite restaurant globally: Hotel Costes, Paris Last year I went to: London and Switzerland I am crazy about: Nothing. I’m a balanced person I do not leave the house without: My mobile I am passionate about: My work One thing you will always see in my wardrobe: Every wardrobe has to have the right mix of casual and formal items Idea of a perfect holiday is: London, it is my second home When not at work, you will find me at: Home My favourite corner at home: Home is home, every corner is special (As told to Barnalee Handique)
the stylish plus size denim jackets to get a chic look. Check Deepika Padukone’s style in picture. She has smartly teamed a sleeveless top with a pair of denims. IANS
Natural beauty favoured by most and why
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lmost of men say they find women more attractive when they wear less make-up. However, what they think is the natural look is more likely to take hours of effort and plenty of special makeup tricks, says a research. The new research conducted by QVC, an online site dealing in cosmetic brands, saw almost a third of men say their partner wears no make-up. However, when surveyed, only three per cent of women said they are
completely bare-faced at all two-thirds of women feel times, while one in seven most comfortable in their admits they’re not always skin once their make-up is truthful about their beauty applied. regime and sometimes Alison Young, QVC tell people they are beauty expert, said: wearing less make“Well, this season up than they especially with really are, reports the summer LOOK femalefirst.co.uk. months coming, NATURAL it’s all about It seems that cosmetics heat, it’s about play a huge part in waterproof makeempowering women as up but it’s also, our even those looking to achieve survey showed it’s about the a natural look are reluctant natural look, which can take to ditch their make-up up to 30 minutes of makealtogether. In fact, well over up application to actually
achieve during the day and to maintain.” Furthermore the research from QVC beauty found that 68 per cent of women agree perfectly flawless skin and styled hair are the key ingredients to making them feel beautiful. A third of women also say they feel most confident in warmer weather, despite the fact that they wear less make-up with other big confidence boosters including a compliment from a female friend. IANS