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THE TIMES OF INDIA Phil Bronstein: Preity Zinta ko Sunday, July 6, 2003 Split wide open Koi Mil Gaya! Man dresses up in whipped cream! Page 7 Page 8 Strange, but true. When a wom- an in Iowa invited a couple into her home recently, little did she realise that the man was wearing nothing... but whipped cream! Terese Weber, 45, of Des Moines, complained to the police after she noticed what the man was wearing to protect his modesty. Weber told police officers that the couple came to her door and wanted to talk to her about throwing an ‘‘exotic’’ party. But once the cou- ple was in the apartment, reveal the police, Weber noticed that the man wore nothing but whipped OF INDIA cream. ‘‘Yes, you read correctly,’’ police officers say in a report, ‘‘Whipped cream — all over his body.’’ THANK GOD IT’S SUNDAY But then, the truth is sometimes difficult to digest. Photos: SATISH JAISWAL MANOJ KESHARWANI SANJAY KHAN: LIFE, ANOTHER DAY Childhood was fun! With four brothers and two sisters Finally, I had arrived: Dosti was a runaway success and for company, mine was anything but a quiet childhood, I became an actor in demand. I tasted success with Upha- which was spent in Bangalore, where I was born on Janu- ar, Maharaja, Nagin, Mera Vachchan, Geeta Ki Kasam, ary 3, 1962. Our businessman father Sadiq Ali Khan was a Mastaan Dada, Ek Phool Do Mali and Mela. In between, I stern disciplinarian, but this did not stop us made Abdullah, Kala Dhandha Gore Log and Chandi So- from getting into fights with other kids! Our na. All in all, it has been a satisfying innings for me. mother,Fatima, was a housewife and never Feroze is more flamboyant: Even as a child, Feroze was interfered in our fun and games. fond of defying authority.He was about to go to Germany At home, films were banned: During to study engineering when he was spotted in a restaurant my growing-up years, my father banned by a film-maker. He appeared in the movies before I us from watching films. Still, I made my did, but we are beyond sibling rivalry.In fact, he act-

own arrangements. Ably assisted by ed in my first film as an assistant director. our domestic help, I saw Awaara — the Raj Kapoor’s death shattered me: I went

first film I had seen and I a Raj Kapoor to meet Raj Kapoor at Breach Candy Hos-

I was all Raj Kapoor “ fan forever.Of course, back then, I ne- pital before he came to Delhi to “of nine when my ver imagined that, one day,I would receive the Dadasaheb Phal- “was my God; I “ father passed direct Raj Kapoor in Abdullah. ke Award. He was upset sin- was shattered by away My father’s death created a ce he had run out of his favou- his death void: Despite his strict nature, I rite deo. I promised him a bottle was very close to my father. when he returned. Unfortunat- But just as I was beginning ely, he went into coma, and I to know him better,tragedy struck. I was all of nine when gave the deo to Krishnaji. I was next to the funeral pyre wh- my father passed away. A huge void was created in our en it was lit, and when the smoke went up, all his fam- lives. My simple mother transformed herself into a busi- ous songs kept playing in my mind. This was my idol, nessman to keep the family going. Those were tough my God... and I would never speak to him again. That times; I grew up almost overnight. night, I received a call from Krishnaji, who told me that College bred the actor in me: I attended Germains Col- she had sprayed Rajji’s body with my deo before it was lege and was interested in theatre. Chosen to play the role cremated. When I think of that moment, my heart breaks. of General Woolf in a production, I decided to practise I have been to hell and back: On February 8, 1989, while my dying scene right below the principal’s window.In the shooting for The Sword of Tipu Sultan, fire broke out on midst of my feigned gasps, I noticed the principal looking the sets. In the space of 10 minutes, 52 of my col- at me with a grim expression. I stopped, but he said, leagues perished in the fire. I was badly burnt but ‘No, my son, continue. You are doing it rather well.’ drove four of them to hospital, where I collapsed. I It is one of the biggest compliments of my life. went into coma for two months. When I came to my Destiny gave me a break: If I was to pursue a senses, I discovered that I had septicemia — blood career in films, I just had to be in Bombay.And poisoning. A hole was drilled in my chest for the this opportunity came my way when I went to operation and, for the next five months, I was in Bombay to get my thyroid problem treated. I se- Washington, where I underwent surgery 72 times. cured a job as assistant to John Gullirman, who Last year, my doctor told me that my heart had was making the Simi Garewal-starrer Tarzan stopped thrice while on the operating table. Comes To India. Gullirman asked me to accompa- Hrithik is a wonderful person: I have seen Hrit- ny him to Africa. I turned down the offer as I wanted to be an actor, hik grow up. He was a very polite child. I do not bel- but he gave me a letter of recommendation. ieve in mixing marriage and religion and had Zarine put me on probation! I first met Zarine on Juhu beach. I no problems with Hrithik marrying Sussane. was 18, she was 12, and I proposed to her! She laughed, Zarine is a Parsi and we have brought up our ch- and promised that if she felt anything for me after a ildren to believe that God is the same everywhere.

year, we would spend the I regret not taking my acting ca-

rest of our lives together. I did AJIT NINAN reer seriously: I would call myself a su-

my best to ensure that the one-year pro- ccessful actor. But what I regret is that I Zarine put me bation period was a magical experience. did not make use of my talent and go all My heartbeat “ “ SUNDAY SPECIAL on probation for I promised that I would build a sea-faci- the way to the top. I realise that I never stopped thrice “ ng bungalow for her.We tied the knot on Arc lights, grease paint, silver took my acting career seriously,probab- “ a year before screen... but, in reality, this during the operation marrying me April 16, 1966. Today, my promise has ly because my focus was on direction — for my burns come true. Zarine has been a great wife actor-turned-director’s life has my first love. Today,I am more comfort- and an excellent mother to our children not been cushioned by a filmi able being behind the camera. STAR LIGHT, STAR BRIGHT: Delhi Times highlights the spark Zayed, Susanne, Farah and Simone. Nobody can be perfect: Fame is tran- I got my break by pushing a car! Fi- script. Today, if life is beautiful sitory; it has never gone to my head. I in Diya Mirza’s step as the upbeat actress shows what it takes for him, it is because this great to burn bright in Bollywood, at the Taj Palace (To send this lm-maker Satyan Bose was my neighb- have always slipped in and out of film our. One morning, he knocked on my survivor has not only taken the premieres and parties. Today, I am a photograph to a friend, log on to www.timescity.com/delhi/) door asking for help him push his car. I deaths of those close to him in content man: I have four children who agreed, and it became a daily ritual. love Zarine and me immensely. I have Bose took me to Tarachand Barjatya’s his stride, but also defied business concerns and am dabbling office. Once there, he recommended me destiny to survive a near-fatal with my first love, direction. Yes, I have Lights, camera, action: For as ‘a good-looking, hard-working young mishap. NIKITA DOVAL freeze made mistakes in life; but then, who is man.’ I asked, ‘Are you talking about frames a take on life through perfect? I have tried to be a good father me?’ Barjatya saab laughed and I sign- Sanjay Khan’s eyes and husband. whom Diya’s flame burns... ed on the dotted line for Dosti! [email protected]

VINOD NAIR with Ajay Devgan’’ for which Diya Times News Network will start shooting next week; and a ‘‘Pankaj Parashar movie.’’ It’s quality Game for tennis, same for sex nderstated. The quintessen- over quantity.Diya is being ‘‘choosy’’ tial beauty, who is more seen about the roles she plays ‘‘I want to do ANUBHA SAWHNEY fying experience.’’ The environment- U than heard. And yet, she has justice to my films. So, I don’t take on Times News Network al factor in this case is, of course, the made her presence felt. Yes, it’s been new projects till I complete the films Big Day at the Big W.‘‘Considering th- both sweet and sour at the box-office. in hand.’’ he final day at Wimbledon. Ther- at the attention of most men will be The initial euphoria has been brought Pre-Bollywood, Diya was familiar T e’s high drama on TV.And in the focussed on the TV set this evening, it down to earth by the so-so perform- with showbiz. But what she had no bedroom? If tennis is hot, so is pillow is unlikely that anything — even sex ance of Dum. But Diya Mirza has tak- inkling about was the topsy-turvy talk. ‘‘With tennis being the mood of — will keep them away from the ga- en life in her stride. With a smile. twists in the tale. still, if she is high the evening, there is a possibility that me,’’ says Chugh, ‘‘But yes, action be- ‘‘Come September,and I will be seen on hope, part of Diya’s optimism action in the bedroom will sizzle thro- fore the game is a distinct possibility. in Tehzeeb,’’ informs the actress in the stems from her future projects. And ughout the day,culmi- Also, if the player bei- nating in a climax,’’ He holds all the star, ‘‘For me, this film offers a dream she is not afraid to ditch the make-up aces tonight! ng backed wins tonig- role in that it is most unlike what I and dress down for a role. In Pran analyses psychiatrist ht, victory can trigger have portrayed in the past.’’ Diya Jaye Par Shaan Na Jaye, for instance, Sanjay Chugh, MD. off action.’’ plays a character called Nazleen in the it’s a deglamourised Diya on screen. Kyunki, with Wim- So much for the vi- movie. And claims to ‘‘Admittedly, it has bledon, come willowy ewer. What about sex have put in her share BRIGHT SPARK been difficult, but I figures, lissome legs, for players? Well, ana- of homework. ‘‘A lot of have finally found a catwalk good looks... lyse this. A recent sur- research has gone into my gestures foothold in the industry.And there is who, then, cares abo- vey on runners who and movements in this film, which a lot to look forward to this year,’’ ut world rankings? completed the Lon- has a musical score composed by AR says Diya. ‘‘There is talk of hav- don marathon reveals Rahman,’’ she elaborates. All things bright and beautiful on ing pin-ups in wome- that those who had Back to the basics. It’s all work and the professional front. The sound of n’s tennis, and of Ma- sex the night before no play for Diya, who has been camp- wedding bells beckon? ‘‘Give me a ria Sharapova being had faster finishing ing at Manali for the last 33 days. Hol- break; I’m just 20!’’ she protests, ‘‘I the sport’s reigning times. Time, though, idaying? ‘‘Shooting!’’ she shoots back, have a beautiful relationship going, sex goddesses,’’ expla- is an important factor. ins Chugh, ‘‘So there As Chugh puts it, ‘‘I ‘‘I have been at Manali for a long, long but that’s about it for now. It will take NEELABH time, what with back-to-back sched- five years before I can even think is this empha- would tell peo- ules for Amol Shetge’s Sambhav,’’ she about marriage. In the meantime, I sis on the obje- ple in line for a says, ‘‘It’s a woman-oriented film — have to accomplish much more!’’ ctified body as SPORTING ENCOUNTERS highly com- and has everything about the mys- Yes, she’s minding her Ps and Qs opposed to the active body.’’ petitive race not to have sex on the tique and psyche of the Indian quite well. For Diya Mirza, the flame Confirms sex expert Prakash Koth- morning of the event. But the day be- woman. What more could I ask for.’’ which lights up a successful career ari, ‘‘Sexuality is about spontaneity fore, there’s no problem.’’ Like they More roles of style and substance, could be just a spark away. and the mutual desire to share physi- say,there’s always a time and place for perhaps? In the pipeline are ‘‘a film [email protected] cal intimacy.Apart from this, enviro- everything — sex included! nmental factors make the act a satis- [email protected] ‘I live life as an exclamation; not as an explanation’ Why did you decide to turn direc- POOJA BHATT would rather go out and try than say has to follow one’s own vision. tor with Paap? Actress, Producer why didn’t I take the chance? Whether my films work or not is not After producing five films, I have gro- and Director Beyond films, what interests you? important —I can’t succumb to some- wn. This means I am ready to take on On what makes There is a lot that I want to do beyond body else’s sensibilities. more responsibility.Also, after a hit li- her the person the portals of cinema — such as run- What keeps you going in life? ke Jism, I enjoy the advantage of bei- that she is ning a restaurant and sky-diving. But My philosophy of living life as an ex- ng able to do something new. this will only be possible after a few clamation and not as an explanation. Why are there so many newcomers years when I am sure that my compa- I am an optimist. I love life and feel go- in your films? ny can run without me. od to be alive. Whatever I do in life, be Paap features John Abraham and ne- What made you branch out it making a movie or a relatio- wcomer Udita Goswami. I like to give from your family producti- ‘Be it films or nship, I give it my everything. a springboard to new talent. I choose Absolutely great! When I turned pro- on house? relationships, If it doesn’t work, I get over it actors not because they are stars, but ducer, my decision was looked upon There can’t be two heads in a I give it my and try again. I like to take because they are right for my films. as the whim of a disillusioned star. company — visions are bound giant bites of life everyday. Tammana fetched you the Nation- But I followed my heart. I believe the to clash. A film reflects the dir- everything’ Going out and discovering al Award. How did that feel? world belongs to people who try and I ector’s mind and, for that, one new worlds keeps me going.

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2 DELHI IS TALKING ABOUT DELHI TIMES, THE TIMES OF INDIA SUNDAY 6 JULY 2003 Photos: SUNIL KATARIA Flirtatious SMS of the day In the realms of love... MALLIKA SHERAWAT: H S HOT SHE Since sex is a killer, uddle up and Kuchi Koo... Revel in the boundless sea of love — this would ya like to die Cwas the message which went out at the launch of London-based singer Bas- happy? ant’s new album— Kuchi Koo — on Mon- day evening. As guests walked in for a chilled-out time, one of them asked Basant why did he To find that special someone to flirt name his album Kuchi Koo?. And the with, sms DAT to 8888 singer with the a smile well in place just Sonali Gupta and Sanjeev Panda said, ‘‘Because it’s differ- time spent in Nainital with ent.’’ And continuing in Basant, as alumnus of Sher- the same vein said, ‘‘This wood College. The crowd com- Sanjay Adhikari and Basant is the hook line used in the prised a varied lot — there video of the song.’’ was Sanjay Adhikari of Utsav, As guests walked into singers Shanker Shahney,Mo- the venue, the first thing hini Singh and Vandana Vad- they noticed was a giant hera, Gagan Myne of Spotli- screen which was playing ght, Ajay Kakar of Seagram’s the video of the song, that and Satya of UB Group. How- , FACT OF incidentally, features ani- ever, the one to steal the show mated characters along- was a new entrant in the so- THE MATTER with model Amanpreet of cial circuit — the wedding HOT Enjoy fame — all having a planner of Mira Nair’s Mon- A man’s beard grows great time in the hilly re- soon Wedding, Amrish Persh- fastest when he antici- gions of Nanital. ad. Reason? His designer bla- pates sex. It grows Perhaps, this is what in- ck and green shirt, courtesy slow when he antici- spired most guests to rem- designers Rohit Gandhi and pates war. Barkha Madan Vipin Aneja, Vandana Vadhera & R Jain inisce about their own Rahul Khanna. , HOT!

Everyone knows that Mukesh Bhatt’s Saaya deals with the supern- atural. The reel-life gh- ost story has a real life ghostly tale attached to it. Apparently, Bhush- an Kumar (whose com- he is bold and brash — people who don’t have a God- manshu Malik and I were giv- pany is doing the mu- the girl alongside father in the industry to sur- en mouth fresheners by our SShah Rukh Khan in vive, but I am happy that I director. And guess what, I the Santro commercial is the have made a mark for myself imagined I was kissing Bill Nations’ current Khwahish. with Khwahish.’’ Clinton and Richard Gere Meet Mallika Sherawat who The young lady who insists while doing the scenes!’’ was seen in a cameo in the fi- she ‘‘will never piggyback’’ With no regrets about the sex lm Jeena Sirf Mere Liye but on her hero,’’ is happy that symbol tag she has earned, considers the Santro ad as ‘‘women are forming a large Mallika continues, ‘‘Actresse- her ‘‘stepping stone in Bolly- es work so hard to appear se- wood’’ because it got her SPOT LIGHT xy! I am glad I have got that Khwahish. The film’s direc- image on a platter.’’ However, sic) claimed that his tor Govind Menon spotted part of the audiences of her forthcoming film will see late father Gulshan her in the ad and selected her Khwahish and are identify- her in a traditional role. Th- Kumar appeared in his out of 500 girls who had audi- ing’’ with her character. And ere’s another,an Indo-French dream and insisted tioned for the film. the response of the men is venture opposite a British ac- that a particular song Says the Rohtak girl who that of ‘‘coins being thrown tor. ‘‘I am lucky I have got be added to the film moved to Mumbai only re- at me on the screen.’’ such meaty roles at the onset and that Mahesh Bhatt cently after getting herself a Ask her about the famous of my career,’’ adds the effer- be present during the graduation degree from Mi- smooching scenes in the vescent Ms Sherawat. picturisation! randa House, ‘‘It’s difficult for movie and she laughs, ‘‘Hi- MANISHA ALMADI

tion Factor (SPF) of 15 and above. Immediately, after work, I wash off all B auty the makeup with water and cleans- ing milk and apply a moisturising lo- S crets tion enriched with E Vitamin E for the Kya scene hai! Anupama Verma, model & actress skin’s nourish- ment. Looking for a successful career in Bollywood as The lights, camera, action se- Dark eye circles are another director? The Web suggests some plots and quences of Bollywood defi- problem area for us who work nitely takes their toll on the at odd-hours. I ensure a good scenes which are sure to make your film a hit skin. Work- ■ ing with lay- Two brothers separated in always overtake the villain, ers of make- childhood will always grow even on a bullock-cart, or up under up on different sides of the on foot. ■ harsh lights law.The law-breaker, howev- When the hero fires at the and at times er, will suddenly turn over a villain(s), he will never miss scorching new leaf and before the end, or run out of bullets. When sun is not at bash up the villain, and be the villain fires at the hero, all healthy pardoned for all his sins be- he will always miss (unless for the skin fore the last-scene family re- the hero is required to die). ■ and for us in union. (This is possible only Any fight sequence will the glamour if he has a heroine). take place in the vicinity of a ■ biz, more so. If the number of heroes is stack of pots, barrels, glass We have to not equal to the number of bottles, which will be ensure that heroines, the excess heroes/ smashed to pieces. ■ we keep our heroines will die or take off Any movie involving skin looking to foreign country at the end lost+found brothers will fresh and of the movie. have a song ■ healthy. Thus If there NET NATTER sung by the a strict beau- are two he- brothers, ty regimen is roes in a movie, they will their blind mother (but of very essen- fight each other savagely course, she has to be blind tial for us. for at least 5 minutes. in order to regain her sight ■ I love the sup- Any court scene will have in the climax), the family pleness of the dialogue ‘‘Objection mi- dog/cat. The amazing thing my skin and lord.’’ If it is said by the is that these folks remem- try and main- hero, or his lawyer, it will ber the song after 20 years tain it. To keep the softness six to eight hours sleep so as be sustained. Else, it will be in the movie (and you can’t and health of the skin, water to look fresh when I wake up. overruled. remember it two minutes plays an important role so, I Slices of cucumber over the ■ The hero’s sister will usu- after coming out of the the- consciously drink a lot of it. eyes not only soothes your ally marry the hero’s best atre). Besides, a daily exercise rou- eyes but help you against dark friend (ie the second hero). ■ There will always be one tine at the gym helps me sweat circle too. And last, but not the Else, she will be raped by the song in which heroine is out, which opens the pores least, a great healthy diet is villain within the first 30 scantily dressed and singing and keeps the skin clean. the core to a healthy and beau- minutes, and commit sui- in rain. When I am working outdoors, tiful body. cide. ■ There will always be one I ensure that I apply a good (With contributions from ■ In a chase, the hero will rape scene sunscreen with Sun Protec- Allen O’Brien and Jaydeep Ghosh)

CHALEGI NAHI CHALEGI? With horror films ruling the roost these days, a lot of expectations have been placed on Mukesh Bhatt’s Saaya. Is the film living up to them? We find out

MUDIT MASSI: There is MADHUR SHARMA: If undoubtedly a lot of em- it’s anyone’s movie, it is phasis on the supernatu- John Abraham’s. It has a ral, but what makes the typical Mukesh Bhatt film different from Bhoot style and is a fresh repre- and Raaz is that it does sentation of life beyond not strive to scare the au- death. The movie quite dience. Of course, there good, except for its rather are certain scenes that are elastic end. Ending the hair-raising but they are movie earlier would have balanced out by the songs. surely made it a hit.

POOJA BHATNAGAR: MADHULIKA CHATTUR- Though there was a lot of VEDI: What surely needs a hype about Tara Sharma, mention is the role of Mahi- she does not seem to have a ma Chowdhary.Light-heart- significant role. In fact, it is ed yet rather thought-pro- only her absence in the film voking, the film is some- that spices up things. On the thing we could related to. other hand, John and Mahi- The film, however, will not ma seem to have given their fare too well, since it has best. On the whole, the nothing that is worth writ- movie will fare pretty well. ing home about.

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Sandeep and Ravinder Sharma Kamal Gill and Pierre Jochem Anil Prakash and K Singh Gill pani-puris, chat- papri, gilouti ke- babs and taka-tak DELHI OF VARIED HUES stalls. Adding to the icturesque, quaint and mood was the mu- charming — that’s what the sic belted out by Pevening at Hotel Imperial un- the DJs of the veiled at its banquet room which evening to keep recreated the charm of the Capital the night-revellers with its forts, minars and gastronom- footloose and fan- ical delights, at a do aptly called cy free. Keeping Shades of Delhi. the interest alive ● The one thing I like about la one’ bus drivers zipping thr- As guests walked in to enjoy the was Geetika Gan- Delhi is its quality of life. Peo- ough the streets of Delhi (pun evening, director marketing of the ho- ju who kept the ple seem to really kick up life. intended!). tel, Rishi Kapoor said that the party crowd kicking ● The Capital boasts of some ● Adding to the beauty of Del- was organised with numerous in- great educational institutions. hi are some of its sprawling teractive game se- ● Even when it’s summer, it’s houses, located all over the ssions. Seen amo- the thou- Capital. ngst the milling ght of wi- And who Jurgen Jansky, Anvita & W Kriewerin crowd were the nter round Delhi can forget honour of all those who give suave VP and GM the corner ! the struc- them business. The crowd which of the hotel Pierre that keeps Delhi tures like was a mix of people from the cor- Jochem, Star Cru- people Marc Robinson\Model Parlia- porate, travel and expat world ises’ Vani Singh, going. Wi- ment were undoubtedly having a gala Anupam Sehgal nter is very beautiful in Delhi. House which are so beautiful. time at the various stalls. Be- and the hotel’s ● And yes, the food — Delhi ● One of the main reasons I sides video game stations, cari- F&B director Am- offers a great variety. I make it like Delhi is because the cature artists, churiwala, palm- it Oberoi who was a point to have the Mughlai women are hot!!! ● DJs Enem, reader and a portrait maker happy to see that food which is very mouth wa- And finally, I have some tering. great memories of my younger Puneet & Sam there were paranthas from the Geetika Ganju the crowd really famed paranthe-wali gali, and loved the food.... ● It is a treat to watch ‘Formu- days spent here.

ahitya Acade- The film’s music my award acts as a mood — Swinner and switching vehicle The Merchant in London playwright-filmmak- and carries the nar- The Oscar win- er Mahesh Dattani, rative to its logical ner on his part pre- famous for uncon- destination. Kaifi pared some gour- ventional films like Azmi’s evocative met delicacies while Mango Souffle has lyrics reflect each regaling the select made yet another heartfelt mood. His audience with a de- one with a difference. words effectually tailed commentary Ek Alag Mausam re- mirror Aparna’s hes- on the nuances of veals the discrimina- itancy,perpetual fear the fine art of cook- tion, stigma and de- and an extreme de- ing. nial of a AIDS vic- sire to be free... to Amongst those tim. Spare the cliches live. who walked in to — but the film has The poignancy,the partake of the var- soul. loss, the call of death, ied flavours of the The main protago- the sorrow, and yet a evening and to en- nist, Aparna Verma will to lead a mean- joy the new look of (Nandita Das) is an ingful life, these are the place complete ordinary housewife faithfully expressed. with its cave-like en- who discovers her The music is by trance, eclectic fur- HIV positive status Ravi. Yes, the same niture and other during her early Ravi who composed arty bric-a-brac and pregnancy tests. She songs such as Chaud- the select wine list, hvin ka chand ho, Lo Vikram Seth and Ismail Merchant prepared under the aa gayee unki yaad nnovation is the name of the woh nahin aaye, and game at Chor Bizarre, the Lage na mora jiya sa- Irestaurant that keeps wowing Film with a soul jana, which remain fa- not only the gourmets of sadi Dil- vorites even today.This li but also the curry-loving people realizes that the culprit is her hus- an AIDS victim himself. George’s Padma Shri winner (1971), creates of London. The city of Big Ben’s band. Her struggle for justice is a exuberance and vitality throws a range of melodies, soothing yet Chor Bizarre celebrated the com- losing one, until she steps into the Aparna’s self-denial in sharp relief. vibrant in one track, peppy in the pletion of its five years with new corridors of Jeevan Jyoti, a hush- Renuka Shahane appears in a other, profound and overwhelming interiors, menu and a Harrod’s hush care-center for AIDS patients cameo, an AIDS infected prostitute in another. The lyrics find beauti- promotion. But the ace up its and their dependants, run under whose daughter finds shelter with ful expression in the voices of Har- sleeve that evening was the leg- the initiative of Dr Machado (Anu- Aparna. It is while driving this lit- iharan and Anuradha Paudwal. endary producer Ismail Mer- pam Kher) who offers hope, tle girl to her new boarding school Ek Alag Mausam is a film that chant, a great cook who is strength and medical care to his that the film unwinds its tale. Grad- was waiting to be made. Apart amongst the most regular visitors patients. ually, Aparna accepts the power of from its social message, the film to Chor Bizarre and one who has Here Aparna finds solace in her living for the moment. She reaches touches upon the universal ques- had a section specially crafted af- usefulness. She also meets George, out to George and he also professes tion of humanity and humaneness. ter him. a truck driver, later revealed to be his love for her. We have to be ready for it.

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SUNIL KATARIA happened with another company. ‘‘We show- cased some excellent work. Since money is a THE BEATS OF constraint for many be- ginners in this field, we encouraged work that was made under budget constraints.’’ Charting a career SUCCESS course in the glamour nkur Tewari wanted er, they are readying for world is a tough task be to be a musician but their commercial debut it in front of the Aevery producer who only now. Titled Enjoy!, camera or behind heard his music asked him the movie is about a pool- it, but Ankur re- to add some ‘‘disco beats’’ to side party in a Delhi Farm mained unde- his work. However, not will- house. ‘‘The settings and terred. ‘‘Actually I ing to compromise, the ambience is such that got a lot of encour- young man stashed away every person who has agement from my his musical instruments ever been to a party will parents. My mother and decided to direct his be able to identify with was actively in- creative energies in some it,’’ informs Ankur volved in theatre other direction. adding, ‘‘It is time to make and I guess that is The world of music’s loss films for the diaspora where my interest turned since in all things cre- out to be PASSING THROUGH there ative stems from.’’ the sil- is a Spare time finds ver screen’s gain and huge audience which Ankur listening to Ankur teamed up with his would like to see some- and creating tunes. friend Siddharth Anand thing other than commer- ‘‘People who have Kumar to create a new pro- cial fare.’’ heard my music duction company.He is now Ankur’s career in show- have often told me involved with the produc- biz commenced when he that I should play it tion and sound editing of did some sound editing professionally but I their first commercial ven- for a political drama aired cannot give in to ture, Enjoy! ‘‘Bollywood’s on the telly. ‘‘It was shot the compromises escapist fare of cinema has right here in Delhi and that are required.’’ its own place in the hall of had a decent run on the It is films that drive fame, but there is also a small screen. The experi- him now and he is need for stories of real peo- ence taught me a lot since determined to ple,’’ says Ankur. it was the first of sorts.’’ make a success out Though the duo has dab- Meanwhile, an ambi- of it all. bled with short films earli- tious Digital Film Festival NIKITA DOVAL

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ushy romances are were an exception Gimme a break, guys. How- I am a 36-year-old man and that people are different in fundamental ways. ALL people. pass. Practical re- to the rule, meet ever much I like Partha, I have been married for about It is no good even trying to find someone who is the same as Mlationships are bor- Sangita Kanal can’t think of marriage at seven years. My wife is 32 you. And paradoxically enough, even if you were to find ing. But love affairs of con- and Aslam K, 20! How will we support years of age. We are different someone who resembled you a great deal, the relationship venience, well, that’s an in- ‘‘Sangu and I have ourselves? Shouldn’t our from each other emotionally would probably crash out of boredom. Different people

teresting thought. At least been going careers dominate our & SOUL and intellectually.We have no want different things. They have different aims and ambi- where youngsters these around even be- thoughts at this time?’’ children so far. I am working tions, different motives and instincts, different mindsets days are concerned. fore we got to col- Why then should these with a private sector organi- and purposes, different values, needs, drives, impulses, Take 19-year-old Ankit lege, two years youngsters have a relation- sation and am quite happily urges. Nothing is more fundamental or more universal than Doshi and 18-year-old ago,’’ says Aslam. ship in the first place? The placed both professionally that. People believe differently.They think, comprehend, vi- Priyanka Manchanda, for ‘‘But both of us answers range from the ca- HEART Sanjay Chugh and financially. For the last sualise, perceive and understand differently.And of course, instance. These two have know that we sual ‘‘Coz it’s cool’’ to the five years, I have been in- the behaviour patterns or the manners of acting and emot- been in a relationship for al- come from very more philosophical ‘‘It volved with another woman. I feel very deeply for her ing follow suit and differ radically among people. Marriage most two years now. Yet, conservative fam- helps to have an emotional as does she and we feel very happy when we are to- is all about trying to reconcile to these fundamental truths, neither of them claims to be ilies who will not anchor.’’ But one of the gether. She is unmarried but says that all that she ever to adjust, to compromise. And when you get into an extra- in love. ‘‘Yes, Priyanka is allow us to get more worrying aspect of wants from life is to be with me, even if I cannot mar- marital relationship and justify it by perceived differences my girlfriend, But I’m defi- married. We are the trend turns out to be the ry her. I cannot pinpoint any real problems that I have between you and your spouse, it is a classical Catch 22 situ- nitely not in love. It’s not also aware that physical involvement. had with my marriage apart from the differences that ation. Where the former has supposedly happened because like I’m going to marry our relationship Every couple has a limit I have mentioned, but I feel that something was miss- of the latter,while the latter would not have lasted if the for- to the physical proximity ing which led me to seek happiness outside. My wife mer had not taken place. Your marriage is slightly different they allow each other. knows about this person and wants me to break my since you don’t have a child yet. For the presence of kid/s Anahita echoes the general friendship, while I keep begging her to allow me to complicates matters majorly. With wife saying to herself, I feeling: ‘‘Most parents are maintain a relationship with my friend as I feel that I can’t leave because of my son or daughter,and husband say- WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO will not be able to live without her. I feel a sense of ing the same to the girlfriend. I sincerely feel that if you had commitment towards her and feel that I will be cheat- put in as much effort into your marriage as you are putting ing her and the trust she has reposed in me if I end this in now to preserve your sanity,your marriage would proba- affair, especially since she has been so selfless about bly have been fine. Of course, this we shall never know now. the whole thing. I feel trapped and don’t know what to But one inescapable conclusion remains that girlfriends DO WITH IT? do. Please guide me. and/ or mistresses retain their charm till long, because you more openminded these ABC are seeing them for just a few hours every now and then Love doesn’t days and it’s normal to take Trapped you sure are. But in a web of your own making. when they,as well as you, are putting up your best fronts. your boyfriend/ girlfriend Sure, you have differences with your wife. But I don’t think mean eternal home. And because of the that you really invested too much time in the relationship. Sanjay Chugh, MBBS, MD (Psychiatry) is a practising psychiatrist. Readers should trust and openness that Nor did you really try and resolve the problems that arose send their queries to Heart & Soul, c/o Editor, Delhi Times, The Times of India, 7, bliss for today’s parents share with the kids, because of these differences, the way a lot of people do. And Bahadurshah Zafar Marg, New Delhi-110 002. Or chat with him live every Friday 5 youngsters, we somehow feel more re- the differences would have kept on growing, becoming more to 6 pm (IST) about any of their interpersonal problems concerning love, marriage sponsible too. Besides, and more pronounced with each passing day. Don’t forget and friendships. To participate go to www.indiatimes.com and click chat discovers we’ve got our heads so firm- ly screwed on our shoul- port you no matter what the JAMAL SHAIKH ders that we’re being care- circumstances. ful of falling in love and Remember the fear that her.’’ Priyanka is equally does not have a future, at around with Anna because building romantic castles Cheers to matrimony! used to grip you in your sin- candid: ‘‘At 17 and 18,I don’t least for now. So, we’re just she’s the hottest babe in the air. Do you really gle days when you realised on think I’m old enough to making sure we enjoy the around,’’ jokes Parthiv. But think we could be reckless hen you stop to again and get yelled at for be- advice, usually when you just a Friday afternoon that you know what love is. I’m see- time we do have together, Anahita is serious when where physical intimacy is think about it, it’s ing late to my meeting?’ and want to vent. But when you’ve had zilch on your social agen- ing Ankit only because he’s with no hopes or expecta- she says: ‘‘I think my concerned and ruin the fu- Wamazing how much ending with ‘Should I insist been pondering a dilemma for da for the weekend? Being a good friend and fun to tions for the future.’’ boyfriend is the coolest guy ture we’re trying so hard to time we spend trying to im- that the kids clean their plates days or even weeks, your hus- married means that even hang out with. Besides, hav- Not having a future does on earth. Being Parsi, I’m protect?’’ band can be an invaluable when you’re doing nothing, ing a boyfriend eliminates not mean not living the often asked how I will man- Whoever said love was a sounding board. you’re spending quality time the hassle of deciding who present to 20-year-olds age to convince my family matter exclusively of the After a day you wouldn’t together. to go out to a party with.’’ Parthiv Moulik and Anahi- to get me married to a Hin- heart hadn’t met these wish on your worst enemy, Call it marital pride. If you thought these two ta Dastur either. ‘‘I’m going du Bengali guy. But I say: youngsters for sure! you’ve just staggered into the There’s a definite feeling of house with a load of groceries accomplishment that mar- bursting through the bottom ried people experience with of a soggy paper bag. Is there each anniversary that passes, anything that could make you knowing you’ve stared down feel better than a spouse who the ever-looming 50 per cent sympathises with your rant divorce rate and come out on Is he the perfect husband? about the clerk who didn’t the winning side. Aside from wrap the ice cream separately being a commitment, an ex- ost women are fairly agreed on knowledge of how we tick. Education done better not to marry such a man in in plastic? One wonderful pression of love, and a world- the qualities they look for in a would help here and some of us think the first place. perk of marriage is knowing wide institution, being mar- Mman. See how your partner understanding should be taught in sec- LOYALTY. Many men have peculiar that someone is there to sup- ried is a real achievement. matches up to the ideal with Jenny ondary schools. ideas about this virtue and expect ‘‘the Lane’s revealing quiz: FAIRNESS. Far too many husbands little woman’’ to be one hundred per ■ Is he tender? still subscribe to ancient notions about cent loyal in every way.This is the man ■ Is he courteous? women being inferior beings who exist who loses no opportunity of running ■ Is he sociable? his wife down and listing all her short- ■ Is he understanding? comings to friends and relatives the mo- ■ Is he fair? ment he gets the chance. The very least prove our marriages instead and watch them pitch another ■ Is he loyal? a wife ought to expect confidently from ■ of appreciating the good stuff fit?’ Happily, being married Is he honest? her man is that he will back her up in that’s already there — that al- gives you the benefit of a live- If your considered answer to a ques- everything and never let her down. most telepathic ability to in choice-making partner. tion is HONESTY. A good marriage is of draw shared joy from life’s No matter how offbeat your TOTALLY - to your complete satis- course based on total honesty. Other- tiny magical moments. But interests, chances are you’ve faction, he scores 5, wise, it swiftly becomes quite unwork- that connection is always married someone who either VERY - leaving you quite happy, he able as women know instinctively, around, and it’s relatively shares them or has learned to scores 4, though it often takes longer to penetrate easy to uncover. live with them. One of the FAIRLY - so you are not too discon- the male mind. But if you do catch your Blissfully happy couples best things about being mar- tented, he scores 3, husband being untruthful, ask yourself know that one of the perks of ried is having found someone SLIGHTLY - leaving room for im- why he is not being honest on this par- marriage is having someone who not only won’t make fun provement, he scores 2, ticular matter. There must be reason. you trust enough to help you of you for watching a show, NOT AT ALL - to your total dissatis- How did he rate? indulge your every sexual but is eager to curl up next to faction, he scores 0 A score of 30 or over means he must whim. you on the sofa every week TENDERNESS. This quality is ap- be as near perfect as any man can be in Every day we face way too night and watch it too. preciated way above all the rest. our eyes at least and that’s what counts. many decisions, starting with It’s no secret that men are Women long for the man who shows Count your blessings. ‘Should I hit the snooze alarm experts at giving unsolicited true tenderness all the time, not only Between 20 and 30 means he is as by murmuring words of love now and to pander to male comfort and to inflat- good a husband as most of us ever get or again, but by constantly showing it in a ed ideas of their own importance. The deserve. Count your blessings, too. thousand little ways. Strangely truly fair husband is a rarity and there- Under 20 means that in your view, he enough, men generally fight shy of fore a prize. If a man is basically unfair hardly measures up to what a husband such an open-hearted approach to a in his attitude towards his wife she should be, but ask yourself how much of woman and seem to feel that any show should try and get her viewpoint across the fault lies on your side. It could be of emotion is a sign of weakness. If to him, but she would probably have worthwhile. only they understood that we don’t want any- thing approaching weakness and always want a man to be a man. It’s best summed up in two words, describing the need above all we want and need above all others — gentleness and fire. COURTESY. Here again most men slip up when it comes to their wives, although they may be most courteous to other women. This is something we find hard to understand and even harder to live with, but perhaps we are partly to blame in our quest for more independence. You must admit that old- fashioned gallantry was based on the out-dated concept of the woman as the helpless little thing. However, that never excuses lack of manners in a husband. SOCIABILITY. Every wife complains about this one time or another.We all know the man who sinks into his chair in a stupor or goes off to sleep regardless. What makes it all the more galling is that the same man can spring into sparkling charm and attentiveness if a visitor calls. So, maybe the answer does lie part- ly with us in providing a better inspiration or sounding-board for the male ego. If there is stal- eness in any marriage, we have to accept that the blame can’t lie en- tirely on one partner. UNDERSTANDING. Here we come to vital distinction between the sexes. The placid, un- demonstrative man whose understanding of womankind is nil can hardly expect to be the perfect mate. Husbands generally tend to fall short on real under- standing, based on the

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tivities from which others will gain Aries (Mar 20 - Apr 18) Present perfect: The gift story BIRTHDAY FORECASTS as much as you, also. Don’t hesitate to In the same mood ask for help; also protect your own ower middle-class Indi- they aren’t used. Yet I see rich Marwari women that you were in the your career plans. Schedule inter- rights, space, freedom. No going over- ans give a lot of cheap having as many as 300 sarees. Needless to say, last week, you now July 6 views, send out resumes, and meet board either way,counsels Ganesha. Lgifts to one another. For most of them aren’t worn for years together. turn thesearchlight Ganesha says, you’ll be construc- with higher-ups. Later,a problem at instance, there are make-up Mind you, some of these unused sarees are ex- on yourself — how tively focusing on financial issues, home requires patience and tactful Sagittarius kits which cost as little as Rs tremely expensive thanks to the elaborate work you see yourself as family matters, and home improve- handling. (Nov 22 - Dec 22) well as your public 125 and contain everything done on them. I remember a Marwari woman ments. You are determined now to Your spiritual practic- image. You want both to be of bur- July 10 from a powder, a cream, a kaa- telling me that she had made a lehnga for Rs get things done and you’ll be suc- es may have helped. Or nished gold. You are responsible, jal, to a lipstick. Then there are 80,000 and she had worn it once. Now, where do cessful in doing just that! You’ll be following up on valuable it may be mind over caring, aware of the need to relate sarees which are available for Rs 100 to 150. In- you keep 300 sarees? Well, you need big boxes leads or putting the finishing touch- matter in another way. better to other people. Your July 7 cidentally,the people who give these cheap gifts for them. And for boxes you need store-rooms. es on a career-related matter. Whatever the reason, achievements have been awesome, wouldn’t buy the same things for themselves. And store-rooms are dead space. If there was a year you could count Things still may not be quite right you feel a huge resurge but Ganesha makes you see the They’ll buy something better. But shoddy gifts Talking of space, homes shouldn’t have very on for making a good impression at home. Hang in there. of energy,enthusiasm and activity.It need to rein in pride, egotism, any are considered OK because the givers them- large dining-tables. How much time does a fam- on others, this is it! Your personali- makes you cover the distance with ea- self-conceit. Charm comes easy to July 11 selves receive third-rate presents. In fact, the de- ily spend at a dining-table? Half an hour a day? ty goes a long way in helping you se, not only in terms of work and pro- you, and you use it to your best ad- mand for low-quality gift items or gift packs has Perhaps not even that because family members achieve a business. The Moon positively reinforces fessional goals but also in recreati- vantage. given birth to shops which specialise in keeping eat at separate times. Yet the middle room in your quest to improve your posi- on,enjoyment, having fun, just letting third-rate stuff. most DDA flats have a huge dining table which July 8 tion business wise. Continue with Taurus (Apr 19 - May 19) down your hair and having a really The need for cheap gifts hinders movement. You are on the verge now for mak- your plans. A social connection fine time. Ganesha nods and smiles. arises from the unneces- VAASTU SHASTRA Around the dining-table lie Publicity, meets, con- ing a major career push. Today,the may also prove valuable now. sary lena-dena in Indian Jugal Kishor more obstructions in the ferences, interviews, atmosphere is pleasantly relaxed Capricorn (Dec 23 - Jan 19) families. An aunt will give form of glass cabinets con- collaborations, your and just right for loving ties to July 12 Bonds, ties, love that’s something to a distant niece-in- taining the family’s crockery. public persona is share memorable times of togeth- Continue to make hay while the what you’re seeking/ law. Another woman will That crockery is taken out very much in evi- erness. sun shines. You’ll be absolutely ex- striving after. Marria- give something to the wife once in six months for a spe- dence now. Travel, cited about new career-related ge and marital ties, yo- of her husband’s second cial guest, but the cabi- ties, relatives and in-laws, you net- July 9 ideas and ways to get ahead. A VIP ur relationship with cousin. A new bride will net takes up precious work well in all of these. Equally so You are ready to go forward with may contact you unexpectedly. parents/ children or receive something from space throughout in the areas of research, law and so- even both, are all approached with the sister-in-law of her the year. cial justice, philanthropy and hu- greater openness, generosity and husband’s grandfa- Westerners use manitarian causes. You are now not GANESHA SAYS caring. Ganesha gives you much ther. Since these gifts compact furni- only perceiving your place in the more in terms of not only authority, to distant relatives ture. The roadside world order,but seeking to live up to Bejan Daruwalla popularity, credit but also true and are given for form, cafes of Paris it. All in the game, says Ganesha, inspired creativity. All those in the the giver spends lit- have small round since he really has you on the go For Janampatri and personalised predictions arts and media-related lines of work tle. Very often, the tables with round this week. log on to http:// astrospeak.indiatimes.com do brilliantly now. presents aren’t chairs whose base even opened. Be- is scarcely larger Gemini (May 20 - Jun 20) Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18) Leo (Jul 22 - Aug 21) lems your own. A balance has to be cause the receiver than a handker- maintained, doesn’t it? passes them to chief. Western Financial pursuits, You once again focus Finances and the life passion, sex, commit- rather searchingly, here after — that’s somebody else. homes are open and (Sep 21 - Oct 22) I’m mentioning this uncluttered. But Indi- ment, these sum up and in depth, on your Libra what it’s going to be You step the pace up to because I met a pundit an families cramp their yourinvolvements own inner self, your right through the lu- a lively tempo, full of in Jaipur who had a houses with goods they this week. You may motivations, your gro- nar month. Finances power, energy and huge metal box which don’t need. I’ve seen a feel a little unsettled, wth. You seek now to will centre round zest. No target is ever was 12 feet long, six priceless bungalow disillusioned or even just plain anx- identify your own limitations/ short- joint funds, loans, capital, some difficult, not to even feet wide, and five in Chanakyapuri ious, though there is no real reason comings. Welfare, larger causes, phi- buying and selling (of assets/ talk of impossible, for feet high. It con- with bedrooms for it. Loans and funds will work lanthropy, charity, will draw you. stocks). The other esoteric, super- you to achieve right now. The truly tained third-rate which are the size out. Ganesha has you turning to re- Your world view and perceptions, wi- natural world of the occult, the marvellous thing is that this achieve- items of cloth be- of halls. But 70 per ligion and prayer, spirituality,yoga, den and grow to almost cosmic prop- mystic, even the magical and ment mode you are in is not geared cause every home cent of their space meditation for solace. ortions. Closer up, the work environ- totemistic, will all interest and only to work/ job/ business but to im- where he performed is taken up by 40 Go- ment, office routines and methods, draw you to both study,practice and (Jun 21 - Jul 21) proving and revitalising; a) the fami- pooja would give him a drej almirahs, huge Cancer even money matters are all stream- perhaps even belief. ly situation and your domestic life; white dhoti, a white boxes, piles of wood, old You’re dealing in su- lined and made more productive. and (b) your personal/ marital and Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 19) baniyan, a white handkerchief, office chairs, and old medicine perlatives now, if we UDAY SHANKAR familial relationships. You invest and a white kitchen duster called gam- or soda bottles which have stood at the are to talk of degrees Virgo (Aug 22 - Sep 20) You’re sociable, good both with glamour and joy. cha. So the Pundit’s enormous box contained same spot for years together. of comparison. Th- Psychic and spiritual tempered, and easily partaking of the joys mounds of these worthless cloth items which People’s problems are largely self-created. ings are better, but in pursuits, even para- Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 21) he would sell back to the shops which store This home had so many rooms upstairs and terms of effort, en- psychology, the oc- and camaraderie of fr- third-rate goods. downstairs, but the owner would do his office deavour, your own potential, you cult, the passion of New horizons, fresh iendship. At the same What does all this have to do with vaastu work in the bedroom. This was utter madness. not only give of your best, but try to the mind. Welfare, interests, a different time, career or busi- shastra? There’s a wise westerner’s saying that Vaastu is linked with three things: Activity, maximise your use of time, re- nursing, succour to and unique slant on ness advancement are looked at seri- a home should have things which are useful or place, and time. There’s a time and place for sources, innovation. The reason is the needy, charity, social and global life — this would sum ously and with great commitment. beautiful. Anything else should be thrown everything. You don’t go and sleep on a football the desire you now have to make welfare all these draw you, like a up this week for you. New and old friends/ companions, as away. Vaastu believes this cheap goods clutter- field. You don’t crack jokes in a church with the best deal for yourself, get the magnet does iron fillings. Ganesha But that’s not the total well as financial issues are both de- ing up our home diminish space, which is one your friends. So you shouldn’t be working in most you can out of life. Family,job, warns you to: a) not to take on too picture. Ties and bonds — of friend- manding in terms of this commit- of the five natural elements that vaastu seeks to your bedroom. recreation, lifestyle all come within much on your own shoulders; and ship, matrimony, family, kinship are ment. The determination to get the harness for human welfare. (Vaastu queries may be addressed to Jugal Kishor, c/o Delhi this ambit. (b) not to make other people’s prob- equally important. Some hidden ac- best out of both, powers you on. Even expensive clothes shouldn’t be kept if Times, The Times of India, 7 BSZ Marg, New Delhi - 110 002) Making the best of your stars he Goat - 1907 - 1919 - 1931 - 1943 - 1955 might see her behaving irrationally, and having unreal- Success is on the cards! T- 1967 - 1979 - 1991 - 2003 istic expectations for love and romance. The Goat is: Cheerful, generous, sen- All is not lost, however, since she is inherently kind, Aries (Mar 20 - Apr 18) reconnect with the spiritual dimension buying a new home or to redecorate the of life. Meditate, practice yoga or do any present one—do something very differ- sitive, irrational and pessimistic. Likes generous, and cheerful. These characteristics will gain This week is a good time to think of sell- form of exercise, it will help you both ent this time. Think of your home with creativity, romance and goals; dislikes her many friends, who will help her get through any ing your home, moving to a new resi- mentally and physically. love and happiness, not with posses- hard rules and quarrels. Suited as a problem she might encounter. The goat would welcome dence, changing jobs, pursuing a new ca- sions. Learn to keep yourself busy at all writer, entertainer, investor, painter, Ji Gong into her life, to help her overcome obstacles. reer or just doing something different. Virgo (Aug 22 - Sep 20) times, as with boredom comes bad eating broadcaster. Suited with the rabbit, pig, The Monkey - 1908 - 1920 - 1932 - 1944 - 1956 - 1968 - 1980 - The point here is to make some impor- habits. Exercise, meditate or shop, just monkey,snake and dragon. 1992 - 2004 tant changes in your life. It may seem You may need to let go of a relationship do something. Outlook for the Year: The Monkey is: Optimistic, socia- scary, but this will help you to get rid of or situation that brings you unnecessary The Goat should brace herself; the FENG SHUI & YOU ble, inventive, secretive and insecure. stress and tension. It is important to put binding social conventions and false be- Sagittarius (Nov 22 - Dec 22) year of the goat is sometimes quite Gita Kapoor Likes friends, projects, scholars; dis- liefs that hinder your growth. In a rela- your sorrow in perspective. Time has harsh to its own. This doesn’t mean likes routine and pessimism, suited tionship, learn to do things together and come for you to let it go and to be able to Everything in your life will now move that she should panic, as a therapist, journal- to work as a team. Relax and enjoy what move on without taking it with you. smoothly and according to plan. You will however. Many goat peo- ist, diplomat, counsel- you already have, instead of dreaming of Once this is done, concentrate only on finally receive what is rightfully yours. ple seem to have the abil- lor, stockbroker. Suit- something quite impossible. yourself and your family.Make yourself After this completion, you will begin a ity to turn bad luck into ed with the dragon, free to attend happy gatherings. Also a new life cycle and new experiences will good fortune. rat, monkey, ox and Taurus (Apr 19 - May 19) good time to think of getting married or come into your world. Travel, over long Besides, the goat rabbit. This is a good time to review your if married already, then to renew your distances is also possible. Changes are could always count on Outlook for the bondage to material goods, harmful rela- vows together. Try to spend your time required, and you need to allow it to en- her adamancy to weath- Year: tionships or even financial security. ter your life. Learn to deal and cope with er any storm that she The monkey will en- Take a good and long look at your pres- TAROT FORECAST them as they come along. Love is also in might find herself in. joy the year of the goat, ent situation. Ask yourself ‘if you are the air, and this time it will be fate find- She is resolute, and the as she is inventive, and caught in a web of unhealthy attach- Deepak and Pinky Vaide ing you the right mate. Just go with the harder the forces the year will be a time ments?’ If so, then do something about it. flow and don’t ask too many questions. against her, the deeper of development and Listening to your dreams will help you a she’ll dig her heels into achievement. She long way. Your gut feelings at the mo- Capricorn (Dec 23 - Jan 19) the ground. A word of should, however, be ment is more reliable than being This is decision time for you. You caution: Sometimes it’s wary of overconfi- practical or logical. Travel, espe- now need to listen to your head best to go with the flow dence, lest she over- cially over water is possible. So and not your heart. Allow your rather than having a steps her limitations start packing and making choices to be fair and impar- heads-on confronta- and all her pursuits some exciting plans for the tial. At the same time, do not tion. It may be a good fall into disarray, per- journey ahead. hesitate to allow others to idea for the Goat to haps irreparably. A Pi UDAY SHANKAR be of help, to give their keep a Jade Ru Yi, as it Yao would protect the Gemini suggestions and to just be could help in talking her way out of trouble. monkey from numerous parties, including herself. A (May 20 - Jun 20) there as family or friend. Another facet of the goat is that they’re sometimes lost Kuan Kung would also be most welcome indeed, as there You may soon be pre- If not in a relationship, deep in melancholy, especially when faced with hard- would be those who seek to undermine her. sented with an opportu- then be on the look out ship. She would stop paying attention to the world Optimistic, she will provide inspiration and help for a nity to make money or for a partner that is around, when she should be paying more attention to good many people. This will win her many friends, as engage in a new busi- somewhat older than what needs to be done. It would not do to miss out on the well as boost her career to new heights. ness venture. Be sure you. It will be the per- great opportunities A Jade Ru Yi will help her make friends as well as in- to do your homework fect match. If already awaiting her because fluence people. Her optimism and aid of others, howev- so you can be in a posi- involved, then clear she was too busy gal- er, could be an effort to take her mind off her insecuri- tion of advantage. If past misunderstand- livanting in some fan- ties, and hidden fears. What the monkey may need is about to sign a contract, ings and do it now be- tasy world. She someone to be there for her,or strengthen her existing re- do remember to read the fore it gets out of hand. should keep the Pig, a lationship. She should carry with her a Jade Mandarin fine print too. This week Try to spend more time trinity member, Duck Tassel. is also decision time for with each other. which is inherently The Monkey should be extremely cautious, however. you. You may need to make practical, nearby. The stars look extremely bleak for her when it comes to an important choice or deci- Aquarius Goats love to be ro- family relationships. The Monkey should keep with her sion that will influence the (Jan 20 - Feb 18) manced, but the year The Tortoise Family,to try strengthen the family bond. coming events in your life. You are about to end one phase and You may receive a job promotion start something new and exciting. or a raise. Your time has finally Fate will work in your favour, so wel- come to be recognised for all the past come it with open arms. work that you have put in. Your card also suggests to lock strong emotions in Cancer (Jun 21 - Jul 21) your heart and to be logical or practical At the moment in your life you are lis- surrounded by your loved ones and at the work place. You also need to rid tening to too many people’s opinions friends. yourself of attitudes and situations that you have outgrown. Only then can new that you have forgotten to listen to your- (Sep 21 - Oct 22) self. Close your ears to those around you Libra experiences take place in your life. This and open them to your inner voice. Stop You will have the opportunity to renew will also lead to fresh starts in past fam- being so concerned about winning, that an old acquaintance. Perhaps you may ily disappointments. Allow your love to you ignore those really close and special attend a family gathering or a school/ become stronger and have faith in those to you. You need to make some decisions college reunion. Someone special from around you. that will help you to ease the tension in your past will reenter your life. It is im- (Feb 19 - Mar 19) your life. Good news coming your way portant to recover and deal with old Pisces and it has to do with financial matters. memories, instead of dreaming about it. You may meet someone new with whom Money flow is good this week, so do re- Time spent with good friends or children you fall in love or start a serious rela- member to save for that rainy day. is rewarding for you. Also an excellent tionship. Be sure of your feelings and do week for you to try out some daring not allow yourself to be easily led by oth- Leo (Jul 22 - Aug 21) ideas, especially where work is con- ers. Also a good week to think of going Your card indicates marriage, pregnan- cerned. Be open to suggestions or advice for a holiday, either with family or cy or childbirth. The fruits of your from others. friends. At the work place be open to new labour is finally realised and you can en- suggestions from others. Do not hesitate (Oct 23 - Nov 21) joy it in your relationships. Surround Scorpio to say ‘yes’ to new projects, even if you yourself with love and share your feel- A new business venture will now reach a are not sure you can do it. Listen to your ings with those around you. Take a day successful stage of development, so get intuition and always go by your first im- off from work and learn to enjoy spend- out those party shoes and celebrate. Do pression, do not get second guess your- ing some quality time with family. Time not forget to invite those whom have self. Time to put your dream into ac- spent in contemplation, rest, relaxation been of help and support to you from the tion—go for it. and reflection is well worth it. Learn to beginning. Also a good time to think of (http://astrospeak.indiatimes.com )

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WORLD RAP Sharon ends MOODS, THROUGH THE LENS marriage ▼ Salman ive years af- Rushdie, 56, Fter their Valen- tine’s Day wedding,

▼ and his Leading 26-year-old screen star Sharon model Naomi girlfriend Stone and her hus- Campbell Padma Lakshmi band Phil Bronstein gets up, close take the dance have apparently and personal floor by storm split. with Brazilian They are Rosa Cha living in fashion Italian model separate designer Amir and actress homes in Slama during Monica Los Ang- the Sao Paulo Bellucci eles, but th- Fashion Week enchanting ere is no fans in Venice news on le- ▼ gal procee- dings or fi- nancial settlements. Two years after they tied the knot, the sex symbol and the newspaper man were ‘‘simply elated’’ to adopt a little boy,Roan. Sharon and Phil reportedly decided to end their mar- riage after the star returned from London, where the actress was shooting her upcoming film, A Different Loyalty. After four Two English tennis fans, shelter under an umbrella in years away from the movie spot- England colours, as rain delays the start of play at the light, she has Cold Creek Manor Wimbledon tennis championships A Brazilian model at the Sao Paulo Fashion Week releasing in September. Pamela means business... spiring bombshells hoping to Aturn heads like Pamela An- derson will soon be able to sport the same sultry style as the curva- ceous blonde. The former Bay- watch babe is said to be planning her own line of lingerie, with this autumn as the likely launch date. Pamela has a licensing agree- ment to develop a range of lacy underthings, as well as a fra- grance, accessories and sports- wear. The show will also feature fun jewellery and shoes inspired by the international sex symbol. Though few details are known about Pamela’s collection, fur and leather products will not be in- cluded, as the star is a longtime supporter of animal rights. And as she turns 36, the activist and mum-of-two sees furry creatures in her future. ‘‘I really wanna get old,’’ she says. ‘‘I can see myself on Surprise hit the porch with no teeth and a t’s hard to say what works sawed-off shotgun, sitting there Iwith movie audiences. Ev- scaring the neighbours and acting en Tusshar Kapoor was tak- like a kooky old lady on a rocking en aback when he was called chair, surrounded to a theatre in Bhiwandi for by animals.’’ the 100-day celebration of his film Yeh Dil. There were huge crowds waiting to meet the star of the film. At the same time, Tusshar seems all set for a big innings in Bollywood — with Raj Ku- mar Santoshi’s Khakhee. ‘‘I play a rookie cop,’’ says the actor who’s also re- portedly bagged a couple of other prestigious films. DIMPLE IN A NEW ROLE ow it’s the turn of Dimple one film a year. And when NKapadia to fit into the shoes she is not acting, the lady is of Nicole Kidman. The gor- busy in her candle business. geous actress seems all set to do Other than that, she likes to a desi version of The Others. lounge around at home with Yeah, another spooky flick out of her grandson Araav, who often Bollywood. The Bobby girl, who visits his naany with mom wooed millions with her mature Twinkle. Eight months old roles in Dil Chahta Hai and Araav apparently recognises and Leela, seems to be following the piffles when he sees his gorgeous latest fad in Bollywood of doing nanny on screen.

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