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Newsfeed k! ckstart 15 brands of two wheelers and five and Honda. There might also be a few Time to rev it up! brands of heavy commercial vehicles. surprises in store for the visitors. Text by Subigya rimal The layout of the event has been The event is important not just prepared so that customers can easily for the brands that sell cars and navigate according to their interest. motorbikes, but also for banks that Different areas have been assigned provide services to buyers. This year for four wheelers, two wheelers and also, various banks will have their commercial vehicles. stalls at the show. New technological Some of the brands that will developments, auto safety be showcased during the event technologies, spare parts, lubricants, are Datsun, Daihatsu, Fiat, Ford, tyres, generators, garage equipment, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Nissan, Skoda, batteries and other accessories will Suzuki, TATA, Toyota, Volkswagen, also be showcased at the event. The Ssangyong, Ashok Leyland, Aprilla, auto show will also feature Nepal- MV Agusta, Bajaj, Benelli, Hero, made automotive products. Also, Hero Electric, Honda bike, KTM, a much needed stall regarding the ince its inception in 1998, the Automobiles Dealers Association Mahindra, Royal Enfield, Suzuki importance of traffic rules has been NADA Auto Show has become (NADA) and Global Exposition & Bikes, TVS, UM Bikes and Vespa. added. Around 50,000 people from a prominent even on the Management Services Pvt. Ltd, this The highlight of this year’s show is all over Nepal are expected to attend automobile industry calendar year NADA Auto Show has been the launch of cars from Toyota, Skoda the six-day day auto show. Sin Nepal. Every year, thousands of scheduled for 15 September-20 visitors—some in anticipation of September at Bhrikuti Mandap. buying a new vehicle, and others This year, the event sees an TOP 3 Events looking to sell their old ones—attend increment in the number of the event. And then, there are people exhibitors—from 50 last year to 65. who come just because of their love So, a total of 120 stalls spread over Bipul Chettri Live for cars or bikes. 9,000 sq. meters spanning two domes Date: 20 September Organized jointly by Nepal will have 14 brands of four wheelers, Venue: 25 Hours, Tangalwood Entry: 2000(Includes Free Album or Complimentary Drink) Time: Gates open at 7pm, 1Show starts at 8pm

Kutumba Live at Johnnie Walker Patan Blacklist Date: 18 September Date: 18 September Time: 6pm onwards Time: 8pm onwards Entry: Rs. 300 Venue: Attic Bar and 25 Venue: Patan Hours 2 Museum 3Invitees only POST US: Email event details to [email protected] or call 5011571/ 5011639/ 5011730/ 5011731 for listings. Listings are free but inclusion is not guaranteed due to limited space.

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Outdoors Godawari Running Festival II OUT & ABOUT Date: 26 September Time: 11am Venue: St. Xavier’s School, Godawari

Can you run? Climb? Crawl? Wrestle a Yeti and win? How about all at the same ART AND THEATRE time? Come out and test your strength, stamina and teamwork at Nepal’s first obstacle race - The Yeti Run. Or choose from a wide range of activities that you are Images of Nepal interested in. Date: Until 22 September The activities are: Venue: Siddhartha Art Gallery, - 7km obstacle race (Rs 1000) Babarmahal Revisited - Pulchowki 17km (Rs 500) - Trail race 12 km (Rs 500) - Kids and beginners bouldering (Rs 100) For the obstacle race, there will be 4-6 people per team. If you have a team already, send us the names of your teammates – if not; we will find a team for you. Timing will be individual. There will also be a 2-on-2 Basketball Tournament, and a Football Tournament that you can sign up for at the day of the Festival. If you are interested, send an email with your name, age and sex along with which activities you want to participate in, to [email protected]

Nagarkot Himalayan Biking Adventure Siddhartha Gallery is hosting a photo exhibition by Jan Møller Hansen titled Images of Nepal. The exhibition will include black and white images from before and after the earth quakes that hit Nepal on 25 April What: 30km Mountain Biking and 12 May 2015. It will be inaugurated by the editor of Nepali Times, Challenge Kunda Dixit on 9 September at 5.30pm. Date: 26 September Time: 8am Route: Nagarkot - Nagarkot view tower - Rojini Bhanjyang - Gurung Gaun - Thakuri Gaun - Cheese factory - Gauri gaun - Telkot - Changu Narayan - Bhaktapur Sallaghari Entry: Rs 1500 (Includes Breakfast + Lunch + Blaze through the trails going uphill, downhill with villages, Refreshment on the course) terraced farmlands and forests on the way before reaching Rs. 1999 (Includes Breakfast Bhaktapur, Sallaghari where you will be able to enjoy lunch after + Lunch + Refreshment on crossing the finishing line. 50% of the entire fund collected will the course + Transport from go to make one Health Post in Naldum, Kavre and 50% will go KTM to Nagarkot with bike towards Nagarkot Cleanup Campaign. and rider) The event is organized in collaboration with Meet Nepal Registration Point: Dawn Nepal is Beautiful Travel, and Himalayan Biking Adventure to promote outdoor Till Dusk Mountain Bikes, Date: 25 September to 29 September recreational activities for the active people, outdoor enthusiasts, Kathmandu Guest House Venue: Nepal Art Council, Babarmahal nature lovers, adventure seekers with the objective of promoting Compound, Thamel Nagarkot as a place more than Sunrise and Sunset. The exhibition features works of twenty four photographers with a total of eighty images showing the beauty of Nepal. The sole purpose of this exhibition is to extend help and support to the Earthquake survivors by continuing our rebuilding project at Chatre Deaurali-1, Dhading.

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Kutumba Live at Patan Date: 18 September Music & Parties Time: 6pm onwards Entry: Rs. 300 After the massive Venue: Patan Museum live wire success of his first show at Tangalwood, Bipul Chettri returns Enjoy the melodic folk tunes of one of the most Aila Lounge and for another rare live popular band in Nepal, Kutumba. The event is Restaurant performance. Be being organized with the sole purpose of promoting Friday: 18 September amongst the intimate Nepali folk music. It is being organized by Black Artha (band) audience of one Swan Entertainment Nepal. the greatest singer- Time: 6:30pm onwards songwriters of our Location: Kumaripati Contact: 01-5008681 time as he takes us through the personal journey about his life Club 25 Hours and career and shares Sunday: 20 September stories behind the Bipul Chetri live lyrics and music of Tickets: NRs 2000 his explosive debut (with a free album CD or album "Sketches of complimentary drinks) Darjeeling" as well as live performances Time: 8pm onwards of his brand new Location: Tangal Contact: 01-4437486 Bipul Chettri Live tracks. Jhovan Bhuju Date: 20 September will be opening the The Last Friday bar Venue: 25 Hours, Tangalwood event. There are and grill Entry: 2000(Includes Free Album or limited tickets, so we Friday: 18 September Complimentary Drink) suggest you get yours Prashna (band) Time: Gates open at 7pm, Show starts at 8pm immediately. Time: 6:30pm journey to uplift the status of other Location: Lazimpat EmpowHer marginalized women and enhance Contact: 9843602775 Date: Till 4 October their effective leadership skills and interpersonal skills with the Chill Bump Embassy Restro& Bar Every Wednesday to Time: 9.30am to 4.30pm help of training and volunteering Date: 18 September Saturday activities. EmpoeHER started on 1 Venue: Alliance Francaise of Kathmandu, Venue: Kings College, Live Piano August and the seventh out of 10 Teku Road Babar Mahal sessions on 19th September will Entry: Free Time: 7.30pm Time: 6:30pm onwards see Anil Chitrakaar, Global Leaders Location: Lazimpat Ujyalo Foundation is conducting for Tomorrow award recipient and Come witness a hip hop concert with a band that first of its kind women leadership co founder at Himalayan Climate has proven to be a collaborative endeavor of an Contact: 4424040 program, EmpowHER. EmpowHER is Initiative give his valuable leadership entirely different kind. The collaboration between a holistic practice based leadership boosting and critical thinking Miscellaneous (MC) and Bankal(Beatmaker) is Tamarind Restro program where 13 girls from “Impact workshop followed by the in house unique with the fusion of their respective English and Bar Service Project” share a common after session. and French speaking heritage. Every Wednesday to Saturday Live piano

Time: 7:00pm to 10:00pm Miscellaneous Location: Jhamsikhel Contact: 5522626

NYEF announce Madhusala Every Friday till Entrepreneurship Boot Camp Wednesday Bootcamp Date: 21-23 September Uday& Manila Sotang live Venue: Gokarna Forest Resort withJeewanKalapremi Registration Fee: Rs. 4,000 upon selection and Nava Ratna (band) After the big success of the first entrepreneurship boot Time: 7:15-11:30 pm camp, Nepal Youth Entrepreneurs’ Forum have announced Location: Durbar Marg the second version of their training to be organized Contact: 4223613 next month. A total of 30 entrepreneurs will be chosen from the applicants after the review of their applications and a round of interviews. The theme of ‘Unleash your ideas’ targets people with a strong interest in starting or being involved in a new business. Jazz Upstairs The 3-day residential program will end with a selection of the winning idea which will receive Rs. 100,000 worth of prizes in cash, Every Wednesday and office space for month and professional consulting. Saturday Cadenza Collective

Time: 8:00pm onwards Location: Lazimpat NCell App Camp Contact: 4416983 Deadline: 20 September, 2015 (12 Noon) Register At: ncellappcamp.com REEF RESTAURANT AND Categories: Utilities, Health, Tourism, Games & Entertainment LOUNGE BAR Friday: 18 September NCell have announced the second edition of the ‘NCell App Camp’ which Supersonics (band) will take place between 20th September and 22nd December. The app development conclave is already open to applications from app ideas Time: 7pm onwards and team formation. The ‘NCell App Camp’ is a perfect platform for the Location: A convergence of ideas, pooling in of resources and finally the development One complex, Bhagwatisthan, Thamel of apps. To submit your idea, visit the page and click ‘Login/Register’ on Contact: 01-4411523 the top right hand menu. After it is complete, log in and click on ‘Submit Idea’. This will take you to a form where you can fill details of your idea and team members. After filling the form, click ‘Submit’. 1 8

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Hall of Frame NADA Auto Show Kicks Off Bhirkuti Mandap, 15 September The NADA Auto Show 2015 kicked off in an event at Bhirkuti Manadap and will continue till 25th September, Sunday. All the prominent figures from the automobile sector were present at the opening of the annual autoshow. Most of companies chose to launch new models of their respective brands. A large number of visitors were present on the first day of the event and the large attendance is expected to continue for the rest of the week.

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1.Aayushma RL Rana and Shreya Tandukar 3.Aaruni Waiba 4.Bibek Bijukchhe 5.Anjan Shrestha 6. Aayusha Karki and Shrujana Shrestha 7.Parimita Rana, Neha Manu and Alka Rai 8.Saurav Jyoti 9.Akash Golchha 10.Mona Chettri and Seema Golchha 11.Srijana Jyoti 12. Surendra Rijal,Shekhar Golchha, Pashupati Murarka, Krishna Dulal 13.Khushboo Pradhan 14.Kritika Pokharel and Jarina Tamang 15.Bhakta Katwal 17 16.Rajesh Hamal 17.Barsana Timilsina 10

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4 4 Photos that tell tales 5 A Lasting Impression 11 September, Alliance Française 9 September, Siddhartha Art Gallery Photo.circle organized ‘photo.circle.showcase.58’to The much-anticipated photo exhibition present the works of 12 people who participated by Jan Moller Hansen started off at the in a workshop on storytelling through a collection Siddhartha Art Gallery. Works on display of photographs. The works presented told the at the exhibition, titled ‘Images of Nepal’, stories of people and places around Kathmandu. have already been published in a book. Hengmei Wu, who was part of a similar workshop The exhibition focuses on of how the organized by photo.circle in Ji’an, China, last forgotten and forsaken live. Jan Moller’s year, also presented the ‘Stories of Ji’an.’ powerful and compelling images taken 1.Sanjit French documentary and portrait photographer during the last two years, include photos Maharjan with Ania Gruca then presented her work titled, of children from slums, refugees, and Brenna K. ‘Zanzibar: A Tale beyond Fiction.’ The event third gender people. Some of the photos Murphy 2.Kunda ended with an emotional presentation by portray the conditions before and after the Omar Havana whose work, ‘Endurance’, was a Dixit 3.Sangeeta 1.Omar Havana 2.Kailash earthquake. The exhibition is on till 22 special tribute to post-earthquake recovery in Thapa 4.Kanak Shrestha 3.Hengmei Wu September. Nepal. Mani Dixit 4.Ania Gruca 5.Jan Moller Hansen 4 Hall of Frame 1 2 3

5 6 Hyundai family welcomes Creta 10 September, Soaltee Crowne Plaza Laxmi Intercontinental, the authorized distributer of Hyundai in Nepal, launched its new SUV, Creta, amid a grand event at the Soaltee Crowne Plaza. The entire Hyundai family, including dealers, buyers and staff of Hyundai from all over the valley were invited for the launch.

1.Dikesh Malhotra, Sanjay Gupta and Evana Manandhar 2.Karan Chaudhary 3.Saurav Jyoti, Shekhar Golchha, Anjan Shrestha and Pashupati Murarka 4.Medha Koirala and Dibyata Baidhya 5.Ganesh Bahadur Shrestha 6.Nirakar Shrestha

15 Kickstart// Week that Was Week T HA T WAS ‘Pheri Uthne ‘Kalo Pothi’ wins award at Venice Chha Nepal’ Film Fest Coca-Cola has been an icon Nepali feature film ‘Kalo Pothi’ was awarded the Best Film title at the 72nd Venice Film Festival-Critics’ Week. The movie, directed by for goodwill and positivity Min Bahadur Bham, was the first Nepali feature film to be selected around the world. And as for screening at the Venice Film Festival. The film revolves around the a tribute to the resilience story of two young friends, Prakash and Kiran, in a small village in Mugu and their journey after their hen goes missing. The story is set shown by Nepalis in face of in the year 2001 when the civil war was on in Nepal. Producers from adversity, Coca-Cola has Nepal, France, Switzerland and Germany had invested in the film that launched the ‘Pheri Uthne had a total budget of 30 million rupees. Chha Nepal’ (we will rise again) campaign. As a part of the campaign, Coca- I am Woman, What’s Cola organized a special Your Superpower? performance by renowned Hotel Annapurna organized patriarchic society, the theme artists, Adrian Pradhan the ‘I am Woman, what’s your of the event was solely revolving and Santosh Lama in Bode, superpower?’ charity event around the celebration of being Bhaktapur on 5 September. on 11 September. The event a woman. Hotel Annapurna was organized to honor the believes that the private sector The show was organized for contribution of women to plays a key role in the efforts people residing in temporary the society and to celebrate to advance gender equality and camps. Coca-Cola’s ‘Pheri the upcoming Teej festival. women empowerment. It is the Proceeds from the event will go duty of the private sector to Uthne Chha Nepal’has a host towards helping female students ensure the inclusion of women’s of celebrities on board, and of Mary Ward School in Lubhu. talents, skills and efforts from The hotel already sponsors the the executive offices to the many such events are being education of ten grade eight factory lines and the supply organized in the future. “It E-Talk with Mahabir Pun students. chain. To achieve this goal, was a great opportunity to be education should be given the INK Avenues, in their first event since starting a Marketing Marking the upcoming Teej tip most priority. The exact able to help out the affected Communication Company organized a session of Entrepreneurs’ Talk festival and its importance amount that has been collected people and give them some with Mahabir Pun. Pun, coming from a remote part of Nepal has in recognizing the need and will be donated has not yet moments of happiness,” said already shaken up and redefined entrepreneurship taking internet to to empower women in our been announced. places least imaginable. The event was organized to encourage youths Adrian Pradhan. to take up entrepreneurship.

Bazaar Ford Caring Month To mark the 10th anniversary of the Ford Volunteer Corps, September will be celebrated as Ford Global Caring Month. The Ford Volunteer Corps was founded by Bill Ford, great grandson of the Henry Ford. The key focus of the Ford Caring Month in Nepal will be on education and sustainability. Therefore, a plant sapling will be planted for every car delivered in September. Some trees have already been planted on 7 September amid a program on the Thapathali-Maitighar road. Ford staffers were actively involved in the planting of the trees. Similarly, as part of the campaign, Ford employees are to volunteer at the Nawjewan School in Nuwakot on 27 September. They will help renovate the school.

Mahaguthi’s New Collection Mahaguthi Crafts have launched a new and exclusive collection. The ‘Fashion Wear and Home Décor’ collection Cashmere was launched at an event on 4 September. The new collection Outlet will be available at the Lazimpat and Kupondole outlets of Mahaguthi. Celebrates 4th Jagdamba Motors gets TVS Anniversary The Cashmere Outlet in Durbar distributor authorization Marg is celebrating its 4th Shanker Group expanded their reach within the automobile sector anniversary this September. As a in Nepal with the announcement of the newly formed Jagdamba part of the celebration, a free gift Motors. And the newly formed company has been appointed as the will be given for every purchase sole authorized distributor of TVS Motor Company in Nepal. Jagdamba of over Rs. 3,000. Discounts of Motors also announced the inauguration of nice state of the art up to 80% are also being offered showrooms within the Kathmandu valley. The event also marked the on certain the items in the store. unveiling of the new models of TVS motorcycles; Starcity+, New Phoenix A special privilege card will be and Zest. Jagdamba Motors are confident that the partnership will bring offered for customers who shop about a revolutionary era in the automobile sector in Nepal and uplift over Rs. 10,000. the standard of service to a whole new level. For queries contact 4232885.

Entertainment//Auto 16 Volkswagen>> Touareg One of the most luxurious SUVs, the new VW Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI will catch the eye of a number of visitors at NADA. The 4Motion all-wheel drive boasts a top speed of 218 km/h and an acceleration of 0-100 kph at 7.8 sec. The new 3.0 Liters V6 TDi engine achieves an excellent balance between performance and fuel efficiency. New interior features and provide a sense of luxury inside the car that is matched by only a few. It also has a panoramic sunroof and is available in seven different colors. The Touareg 3.0 Diesel Automatic Fully Loaded is priced at Rs. 16,200,000 and the Touareg 3.0 Diesel Automatic Exclusive is priced at Rs. 18,200,000/-

Honda Jazz >> The new Jazz is making a comeback in the Nepali market. It is available in four-cylinder, SOHC i-VTEC petrol and four cylinder, DOHC i-VTEC diesel engines. The all-new Honda Jazz stands apart with its sporty crossfade monoform design. The sleek new exterior with dynamic alloy wheels, sporty sleek wraparound head lamps and a premium LED tail lamp compliments the fine finished interiors. It is the first in its segment to have steering mounted audio, hands free telephone controls and paddle shift that make this car stand apart. Jazz Emt: Rs. 2,835,000 Jazz Smt: Rs. 3,100,000 Jazz Svmt: Rs. 3,325,000 Jazz Vmt: Rs. 3,475,000 What to Expect at NADA Thinking of visiting Nepal’s largest auto show? Here’s what you can expect to see there. Text by subigya rimal

very year, NADA Auto Show sees a number of new vehicle launches. the distributor of Fiat, launched Punto Evo. The platform seems suitable given the number of visitors the expo Similarly, a number of two-wheelers were also launched. SG attracts and the buzz it generates. Traders see the expo as the perfect Global launched three new two-wheelers from Mahindra and Nepal time to launch new vehicles, as the show is organised just before the General Marketing, authorized distributor of Hero, launched five new Efestive season. motorcycles: Karizma, Karazima ZMR, Xtreme Sports, Passion Pro TR Last year during the show, a number of two- wheelers and four- and Splender Pro Classic. wheelers were launched. United Traders Syndicate, the sole authorized This year some of the launches that were stalled because of the distributor of Toyota, launched the Etios Cross; Pioneer MotoCorp, the earthquake are also expected to take place during the show. Here’s a look

authorized distributor of Datsun launched GO; and Life Automobiles, at some of the eye-catching vehicles being showcased at NADA this year. Skoda>> Octavia The Skoda Octavia is back and this time it is bigger, better and bolder. It comes with improved safety features like corner function with front fog lights, electronic stability control and tyre pressure monitoring among a wide range of new additions. It also has a panoramic electric sunroof, audio controls on steering wheels and a dual zone climatronic AC. The car also features Bluetooth audio control and telephone control, reading lights at the front and back and cruise control. It is available in two colors: Brilliant Silver and Candy White. The Skoda Octavia Ambition 2.0 M/T is priced at Rs. 7,195,000 and the Skoda Octavia Elegance 2.0 A/T with sunroof at Rs. 8,195,000/-

Toyota Etios Cross (Diesel) >> The new upgraded version of Etios Cross-Diesel has arrived in the Nepali market. The New Toyota Etios Cross Diesel is a contraction of high and luxury to reflect the image of Toyota i.e. quality, durability and reliability. The car comes with roof-rails with silver finish to add to the rugged off-roader appearance. In terms of comfort and cabin space, the Etios Cross is superior to other hatchbacks. A 2-DIN audio system with steering mounted control, AUX-in, USB and blue-tooth connectivity are among other key features. 17 Entertainment//Auto

Hyundai Creta This new SUV, introduced recently by Hyundai, is sure to take the market by >> storm. The in-built vehicle stability management helps maintain directional stability when the driver applies brakes or accelerates suddenly. New safety features like hillstart asset control and rear parking assistance will definitely provide a sense of security to those inside the car. The sleek exterior based on Hyundai’s Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 design is sure to make heads turn on the street. It has three engine options : 1.6 Petrol Dual VTVT and 1.4 CRDi—both come with six speed manual transmission and 1.6 CRDi VGT comes with either six speed manual transmission or automatic transmission. It is available in seven colors.

Petrol Diesel Hyundai Creta 1.6 Base – Rs. 3,996,000/- Hyundai Creta 1.4 Base – Rs. 4,396,000/-

Hyundai Creta 1.6 S – Rs. 4,396,000/- Hyundai Creta 1.6 SX+ – Rs. 5,556,000/-

Hyundai Creta 1.6 SX+ – Rs. 4,996,000/- Hyundai Creta 1.6 SX+ AT – Rs. 5,896,000/- Hyundai Creta 1.6 SX (O) – Rs. 5,896,000/- >>

Volkswagen Scirocco This three door sporty new hatchback looks like a royalty among cars. The Scirocco 1.4 TSI has a seven speed direct shift gearbox with hydraulically operated double clutch and tiptonic transmission. With features such as flat tyre indication, rear shock absorption, wheel security system, six airbags, Anti Slip Regulation and a sleek and sporty design, this car is one to take for a spin. The VW Scirocco is priced at Rs. 8,250,000/-

Honda Civic >> The new Civic with 1.6 VTIS water-cooled 4 Stroke SOHC i-VTEC engine is a powerful and luxurious sedan with an enviable sleek new design. It comes with 16” alloy wheels, steering wheel mounted Bluetooth controls and

an automatic and digital climate control among a range of new features.

The Honda Civic is priced at Rs. 6,800,000 >> Skoda Yeti The new Skoda Yeti comes with two engine options, 2.0 TDI CR/81 kW 4x2 and the 2.0 TDI CR/103 kW 4x4. The diesel engine powered vehicle comes with improved safety features like six airbags, the new off road assistance with hill descent control and parktronic-front and rear parking distance control among many others. The 4x4 is a permanent four wheel drive with automatic torque distribution and Haldex clutch that has a manual six- speed fully synchronized transmission. It comes in six color combinations. The Skoda Yeti Elegance 2.0 4x4 is priced at Rs. 8,499,000

Volkswagen Beetle >> One of the most famous cars in history is coming back to Nepal. The new Beetle 1.4 TSI has an incredible top speed of 207 km/h and an impressive acceleration of 0-100 in 8.3 sec. It has new features like front door mounting reflectors, anti spin regulation and airbags in the front, side and thorax to give you an extra sense of safety. The 16” Whirl Alloy wheels also contributes to the sleek new design of the car. It is available in 8 color

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The VW Beetle 1.4 Petrol TSI Automatic is priced at Rs. 7,850,000 >> Tata Storme The new facelift Tata Storme is set to take Nepal by storm. The vehicle carries a powerful presence and will help conquer all terrains, whether it is on or off road. It comes in two variants, LX 2x2 and VX 4x4. The new aggressive front grill, interiors, improved seats and remote central locking with flip key will give the vehicle an edge among others. It comes in five colors. The Safari Storme LX LET 4x2 is priced at Rs 4,225,000 and the Safari Storme VX LET 4x4 at Rs 5,685,000/- 18 The

Golden Generation

This group of young raw Nepali talent has the potential to make Nepal a force to be reckoned in not just South Asia, but the entire continent.

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ith a touch of the cohesiveness in the team. Apart performance of his elder teammates and preparation, upped a level since flashiness like from a few players, this set of players for a long time. the SAFF championship victory, the Cristiano Ronaldo, has together gone through the highs However, I couldn’t help but feel team is confident that it will leave a and a left foot like and lows of the game, while at the sad that numerous clubs and the positive impact. Lionel Messi, going by same time advancing through the age various age group national teams Bringing joy to the Nepali fans Bimal Gharti Magar’s groups. all had to share the only decent has always been the main motivation looks, he is a superstar. and well-maintained ground in the for Bimal and his team. With the WJust aged 17, he has already gained United they stand country. Though easy to maintain, tragedies of the earthquake, the team international experience like no other The defeat in the finals of the the astroturf is not an ideal option. has been more committed towards Nepali has ever gained. under-16 SAFF championship in The astroturf easily heats up and bringing a smile on the faces of the Bimal has spent two spells in 2013 to India must surely have been with practices taking place in the Nepali people. He hopes the feeling elite Belgian clubs, Anderlecht and most painful of all defeats. Not only searing heat of the afternoons, a is a mutual one between the fans and Genk. He is eagerly awaiting his was the defeat at the hands of arch normal sliding tackle can result in the team. He hopes the fans stay loyal third international trial in Belgium rivals, India; that it was on Nepali the tackler being bruised with a burnt through the success and failures of with Club Brugge in about a month. soil made it all the more agonizing. skin for a long period. the team. Entirely committed to developing But at such a young age, the group The Red Bull ‘A’ Division National Bimal, Anjan, Bishwas and Ananta his skills and technique in this early knew there would definitely be more League has re-started this week; the all trained with senior team in the phase of his career, Bimal is truly opportunities. ground will also be hosting a league recent interaction-cum-training thankful for such opportunities. Two years later, an opportunity match every afternoon at 3.00 pm. session with the newly appointed However, Bimal is aware that came knocking, and again it came on The resumption of the national league head coach of the Nepali senior team individual brilliance does not Nepali soil. Nepal and India managed means players from the under-19 Patrick Aussems. necessarily translate into success for to make it to the final of the U-19 team have less time for practice. The They will also hope to be the team. SAFF. The team was more motivated disruption has annoyed the coach, selected for the 11th Suzuki SAFF Cristiano Ronaldo, arguably the than ever to succeed. The happiness Bal Gopal Maharjan. Championship, to be held in India best player in the world, was unable of beating India or the gloom that However, he believes that with at the end of the year. Bimal believes to carry his team Portugal to the follows a defeat, both for the fans and peaking morale and motivation that there are more players in his age knockout stages of the 2014 World players, makes fixtures against India after successfully brining a gold group that can break into the senior Cup. The point is that even the best extra special. medal for Nepali football after 22 team. players in the football world need the years, the players are positively The upcoming fixtures will be an support of teammates to be able to Sojit’s Show awaiting the upcoming Asian excellent opportunity for the players win big. Therefore, even when India managed Football Confederation (AFC) U-19 to showcase their skills. It will provide That is what Bimal is getting from to win a penalty in the dying qualifiers—for which they will travel an extra incentive for the players his team. With the likes of Ananta moments of the final, Bimal on the to Iran in October. to perform better. With the junior Tamang, the rock solid defender at sideline, was fairly confident that his The draw is not quite favorable under-19 team having ended the the back, Hemanta Thapa Magar, team would pull it off. The reason for Nepal as physically superior Nepali football trophy drought after 22 the brilliant midfielder providing Bimal was confident about his team teams like hosts Iran, Kuwait and years, the senior team is pumped up to the assists, and Anjan Bista, the was the talented Sojit Gurung was Jordan have been pitted in the same perform well and give a good showing immaculate striker playing alongside guarding the post. group. However, with the training in Trivandrum, India. Bimal upfront; this group of young Sojit has proven himself as a raw Nepali talent has the potential to penalty shootout expert. In a penalty make Nepal a force to be reckoned shootout in Delhi while playing in the in not just South Asia, but the entire under-14 category at the tender age of continent. And one can dream with 12, he had saved three penalties. “So such a strong spine, this golden as the final match ended with a goal generation could very well take Nepal apiece, he came up to us and assured that much closer to a World Cup us that he would save three penalties appearance. again, and that we’d each just have to make sure we put the ball at the back Meet Mr Maharjan of the net,” remembers Bimal. Bal Gopal Maharjan has been Though Sojit was unable to coaching this group for over four save three penalties, he did make years. He coached them through one fantastic save, and that proved the under-14 and under-16 age decisive. With Nepal ahead in the groups. His trust in the collective penalty shootout right from the strength of the team has grown with beginning, the rest of the players each victory. “When Bimal picked calmly slotted each of their penalties. up an injury during the final of the Sojit manage to get his hands on two under-19 SAFF championship against other shots. India last month, I had confidence in all my players and subbed him The road ahead out,” says Maharjan. The discipline Bimal is looking to improve even of the team on and off the field has when off the field. He just couldn’t been immensely impressive. “It is the keep his eyes off the practice match discipline of the team that has helped between Three Star Club and the this set of players achieve success under-14 national team during the through the years,” he explains. interview at the Satdhobato ANFA grounds. Having already made nine Bimal is all praises for the coach. appearances for the senior national He says Maharjan has maintained team, Bimal has been watching the Entertainment//Blogspot 20

“BecauseB=Beer=Business no great story ever started with someone eating a salad”. I guess I took that proverb way too seriously. Text by Nitesh Sharma

ell this is how it started for day, I really was more quiet than me; on a usual day, tired usual. from work, I headed home. When people are drinking, there I saw my uncle, dad and is usually a point where things get Wbrother sipping beer. Just interesting, and this session was no as I thought I was going to be left out, exception. My brother and uncle were I noticed they already had one set deep in discussion when out of the aside for me. For the “beerocrat”— blue came ‘waste management.’ this is what I have always been since Well, they did not use the exact my college days—it was the need of term, but they were talking about the hour. those recyclers that roam the streets Now we all know how the story every day and the way they make goes when the dads, uncles, mums money. As the conversation went and aunts strike a conversation. I ahead, I was all ears. I couldn’t resist usually don’t talk much, well that is the temptation and dived in to make only partly true. But that particular the talk more interesting—not that it wasn’t already! Two sips down, and some counter from the opponent (uncle), something struck my ‘evil’ brain, and I said, “Hold on to that thought”. And there it was, an idea was born; I awestruck as I was bringing empty next day and came to visit at my looked at the bottle. The bottle in bottles back home and doing crazy house. He seemed amused, but I my hands had a different value things—a little workshop was already couldn’t really figure out what he was now, it was not just a bottle, but in place. Finally, it was time for a thinking, from his expression. But something more valuable. proto-type. At few shattered bottles few minutes of silence, and he was I just didn’t have the and one close call later, the proto- the first buyer! He liked Mr. Jack, words to describe it. My type was ready to roll: a custom-made but was eager to know if I had more uncle left after a beer crafted lamp made using an empty samples, unfortunately I didn’t. and dinner, and that bottle! His verdict? “Call me when you was the right time And it wasn’t just any other bottle, have other samples, need one for the for me to pitch in it was that of Mr. ‘Jack’ the ‘Daniels’. office!” Mum couldn’t believe what the idea to my I looked at it and said to myself, not had just happened—an empty bottle family. I told bad! My dad and mum were still art was sold for an amount 900 times my dad and not convinced, and I still remember more than what a recycler would brother mum asking, “Do you think someone have paid. I couldn’t believe it either. about is going to buy this?” I smile and Now I have faith that the idea is here it but replied, “Wait and watch mum.” to stay, and if executed properly, will well they The idea in my head was clear. do wonders. were not too convinced. But The purpose was to raise awareness Lamps was just a beginning. what mattered for me was that I was and at the same time show that these Wall fixtures, chandeliers, hanging convinced. bottles are worth something. I didn’t lights are to follow. People will keep So here’s how the idea came to me. think like a businessman then, but drinking till eternity, and the waste The ‘recyclers’ take bottles of local like a keen liquor enthusiast, I would will keep piling, if this can help raise brew bottles and but what happens definitely love to place my favorite some awareness, which I am quite to the bottles of imported brew? brand in my drawing room, with confident of, I am sure things are Thousands of bottles from hotels some style. The intent was to create to change in the days to come, both and restaurants get piled up every an art piece that had some utility. for me and the community. Well, day, and are often destroyed without Then came the verdict time. I as they say, “Don’t chase anything, being put to use, someone had to take had to see whether my plan had but drinks and dreams.” Time to get a lead. any chances of survival. I posted an some work done! The next day was execution time— ad on a leading online portal, and some research, some homework and then played the wait game. It took For queries, inquiries and orders some sourcing of bottles. I ended up few weeks, but then the first call please contact at a few restaurants, asking for empty came from some interested potential Dhaasoo Deals bottles; they were amused, but I was customer. He wanted to see the Phone No. – 9818083643 not going to give up. The next task product; I was excited but didn’t Email – [email protected] was to get the right tools. Well it was know how he would react. We also provide customized services as per your requirements difficult, I must admit. My mum was But the moment came, he called 21 Entertainment//Timeoff top Food, atmosphere and music make for perfect companions high above Thamel Roof Retreat Text by Evangeline Neve

he first thing you notice get your money’s worth. when you step into Reef is Spaghetti all’Amatriciana is the surprising inventiveness a main that we had from their Tof its décor. It’s simply unlike new menu, and was probably my anything you find in most of the favorite dish of all. I’m pretty picky restaurants in Kathmandu, and when it comes to Italian food, and certainly it doesn’t look like your will rarely order it unless I’m in a typical Thamel restaurant. traditional Italian joint. But this dish had everything I would look How’s the food here? for: fresh, tasty, with good Italian The first dish to arrive was the flavors and chock full of bacon and Shrimp Cocktail—a wonderfully olives. retro dish that at Reef arrives at I must admit that I like my pasta your table looking like a piece a little more al dente, but beside of colorful art. The serving was that, I could find no fault with generous, and though I do prefer this—it was authentic-tasting and smaller prawns, the sauce was tangy lovely and I savored every bite. It and hit all the right notes. was also plated in a really attractive The Grilled Pork Chop was a way. Chef Gopi Magar certainly truly indulgent dish—well-cooked knows his stuff; he began here as a meat covered in a rich, decadent red sous chef when Reef first opened, wine sauce and served with mashed but now runs the kitchen—his work potatoes and sautéed vegetables is excellent; It’s not only about how that were just perfectly done, not the dishes taste, but also how they overcooked at all. And I loved the look. This adds another level of gravy— it was peppery with a depth pleasure. of flavor that pulled everything in To end our meal we had fresh the dish together to give you that fruit with cream—a generous perfect bite. portion of dessert that was more I think this would be a good than enough for the two of us. It choice for meat lovers; it’s filling was both fresh and decadent, and and satisfying and you will certainly very rich and creamy, and a cup of espresso to finish everything off balanced the richness just to my that it could be enjoyed by people of go local. liking. all ages and families, not just young Each evening an acoustic band people, although the youth will of play on the stage off to the right— What would you like to drink course find plenty to love here. something to chill out by as you take with that? in the relaxed atmosphere. Reef is also a bar, so it goes without Décor & Vibe saying that you can order a wide I’ve already mentioned Reef’s What’s happening next? selection of drinks and alcoholic unique style and the large windows The seating area out on the balcony is beverages, as well as mocktails; in all around you are an extra benefit; under renovation and will open soon: the selection of choices here there’s you have a bird’s eye view of I think this will be a highlight—it sure to be something to satisfy Thamel, and at night, the scene is seems an ideal place to sit and relax everyone, even in a group with spectacular. The restaurant area is and enjoy the fresh air, especially in varied tastes. spacious and seating is spread out the evening. The coffee is excellent, and comfortable—a really great Owner Rabin Shrestha got his particularly the new chilled environment to enjoy after work passion for restaurants while working options—the iced latte was with friends. Shades of blue are and studying in Singapore, and he has tasty and the Mocha Mint was everywhere, with unique lighting lots of plans and ideas. In addition particularly outstanding. and beautiful mosaic columns that to the new coffee bar and the terrace, catch the light. fresh additions are coming to the Who’s here? On the far left is the coffee bar, menu soon. He’s really managed to Reef has been open for two-and- which opened just a week ago; it’s create something unique here among a-half years and has already built a an artistic set-up serving excellent the many options available in the steady clientele with a lot of local Nepali-grown organic coffee—I area. This is a memorable location customers. While they are open always admire the choice to that will keep you coming back. for breakfast and lunch, it’s been particularly popular at dinner Reef Restaurant and Lounge Bar is located on the 5th floor of the A-One time, when the music starts, and Complex, Bhagwatisthan, Thamel. Opening hours: 7 am, with last orders at this place really comes alive. The 11 pm; closed on Sunday. Contact: 4411523 atmosphere and class here is such Entertainment// Fr!day films 22 Like a

HEven with ampleero believability working in favour of the movie, Hero feels out of place for the time and viewers it is made for. TEXT BY Malin Gurung

magine a nightclub. Now imagine its have been possible at all. I have not seen Venetian woodwork sprinkled with the original Subhash Ghai directed Hero Christmas lights and the dance floor to compare with the remake that director is filled with partygoers, its bar is Advani’s Hero is based on. Bollywood stocked with liquors and half-naked like many other movie industries in the bartenders. If this were the 80s, the world, after all, runs on novelty and Nikhil party would have happened in a Advani’s Hero has plenty novelty factors makeshift designated party area with going for it that hides the average fare Directed By play ‘star maker’. But Bhatt went on to star Iextras prancing around with colorful prop perched comfortably underneath that all Nikhil Advani in Imtiaz Ali’s Highway and Varun Dhawan liquors, very much telling of the artifact that encompassing title. Written By similarly went on to play the harrowing it was. But this is 2015. Things have to be The title, based on the supposed Nikhil Advani, hero in Sriram Raghavan’s Badlapur. Umesh Bist believable, even if it’s just the artifice. transformation of its protagonist from a In Hero, Sooraj and Athiya’s pair works He sings something like“dancing floor goon never really happens. The glowering Produced By in parts. The scope of their characters kay hero hum,” before beating up an Sooraj (Sooraj Pancholi) is all muscles and Salman Khan, Subash Ghai may be limited in the face of the movie’s overbearing ex of the most beautiful girl grit and Radha (Athiya Shetty) is all but old heart but they bring across a sense in the club. She says something like, “I a contraption of lip gloss and selfies who Music By of ‘unguardedness to the story in their have to go to Paris. I don’t want any extra speaks lines like, “Stay away from me, I’m Amaal Mallik, Meet Bros Anjjan, Sachin- youthfulness. It is a far cry from the stated baggage,” and then focuses all energy onto gonna call my dad.” Its core emotional Jigar ‘rebels’ in the movie’s posters but this adds her lips for a pout before taking a selfie outbursts is strung together in impersonal Starring to the movie and elevates it from being a with her iPhone after which she concludes, song montages while at other times, they Sooraj Pancholi, mere remake tailored to suit the launch of “I just want to be free.” are painfully over-stretched. After the main Athiya Shetty a star kid. Only future will tell, what they It’s all well and good in director Nikhil conflict loses its tenacity, Advani introduces will do with it. Advani’s Hero until the actual plot points a completely new character as the main come. Advani can be gritty when he villain for the story to resolve like a neatly The writer watched the film in Cine-de- needs to be and his reimagining of many tied shoelace. And no movie made in Chef at Sundhara. The premium theatre situations of an old story is relevant for our 2015 should have a villain like Ranvijay has re-opened and has been declared safe. times. He can even draw emotions without (Vivan Bhatena) who it seems is only A fantastic deal of Buy-One-Get-One Free making anyone cry torrentially on screen. introduced for Sooraj to flex his muscles ticket is on offer for all shows from Monday But even with ample believability working and nothing else. to Thursday. in favour of the movie, Hero feels out of Bollywood has countless examples of place for the time and viewers it is made for. the so called ‘star kids’ playing sugary With its strange reimagining of the familiar characters in syrupy escapades as their conflicts driving the 80s, Hero feels like the debut, especially Alia Bhatt’s unbearably tipping point of all the tropes of old Hindi smug act in her debut Student of the Year. cinemas combined, splashed with a coat of And it is easy to dismiss Hero as the launch today’s sensibilities. vehicle for Sooraj Pancholi and Athiya For one, with the liberty which is given Shetty, two kids who were lucky enough to to today’s kids, the story of Hero would not be under the scanner of a producer ready to

With its strange reimagining of the familiar conflicts driving the 80s, Hero feels like the tipping point of all the tropes of old Hindi cinemas combined, splashed with a coat of today’s sensibilities.