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he mission: to clean up The garbage collection process the icy pinnacle of ‘The at the altitude is as arduous as one World’s Largest Dump expects. Due to thin air and harsh Ting Site’. The task: an conditions, the climbers carried extraordinarily dangerous feat. 30-40 kg each at one go, and had Namgyal Sherpa, an avid climb- to make several trips back and er, along with a team of 21 very forth. During the clean up task, skilled and driven Nepali climb- which commenced back in 2010, ers and 10 support crew mem- the team brought down 1.8 tons bers, coordinated by Chakra of garbage – oxygen tanks, tent Karki, were to carry out the equipment, sneakers, plastics, bot- first cleaning effort on the Ever- tles, gas canisters, ropes, etc along est summit - ‘The Death Zone,’ with two dead bodies. above 26,000 feet (8,000m). The Sophia Pande, a filmmaker project was called - Extreme (with an MFA from NYU), saw Everest Expedition (EEE 2010). the project as a genuinely signifi- The project came about when cant subject, hence a documenta- Namgyal Sherpa, during his ry was born. She teamed up with many expeditions encountered Marina Martins, a Portuguese di- the horrific scene of mounting rector from LA. Marina took the abandoned garbage. The cause opportunity and came to Nepal was noble and well over due, but with the equipment: harnesses, a the initial hurdle to overcome was high definition camera and Go- generating the funds required Pro cameras (HD extreme sport (USD 100,000). The process be- cameras). These small, light gan with the project being pre- weight gadgets were attached to sented to the right people – the the climbers themselves and after donors. Corporate sponsors like 30 days of bone shattering work, Nepal Investment Bank, Hulas the team generated 33 hours Sherpa Namgyal Photo Courtesy: Steel, North Face and Surya Ne- of footage. This footage in turn pal came together and the project brings us the feature length docu- was launched. The donors enthu- mentary under the production siastically supported the venture, and team work of the duo. ‘The which led to the collection of Death Zone’ premieres May 4 at seven million rupees. QFX Central, Civil Mall. ! page3 make your statement just asking What will your summer wardrobe look like this season? — Mannat Shrestha

There’s nothing that indicates a lazy summer day quite like the sun, sand and pretty whites. So I would keep my My summer wardrobe is summer wardrobe fresh with going to be simple with crisp cottons and linens since a lot of denims, tees and they are the perfect fabric for shorts. the season. I would choose clean lines and soft, flowing Aastha B, Singer silhouettes.

Kanchan Shrestha, Singer

I’m actually confused what to get for Let’s see, I shall be updating this season due to the unpredictable my wardrobe this summer weather but I guess mostly white with skirts that have funky hues will dominate my closet. I think floral prints, chiffon and cotton I will have a lot of cotton fabrics, one dresses. I guess white trousers I say cotton trousers and white piece dresses, maxi dresses, flip flops, and simple tank tops can’t be sandals will rule my wardrobe. and huge and elaborate hang bags. ignored. Hmm… also let’s not I also like Hats and bandanas Also I will have clothes made out forget good old pair of jeans, for summer. of Nepali materials like Dhaka and wedge heels and flats. Khadi. Resh Marhatta, Actor Manita Gurung, First Runner Reecha Ghimire, Actor up, Miss Mongol 2011 page3 Fr!day Issue 64 | 27 April 2011 5

Ke Chha Kailash? Kailash Quotes

I met Kailash Kher under circumstances. As soon as I got a call from JPR, I rushed my way to Soaltee. After waiting for quite some time, the soulful melody King came dressed in casuals, washed jeans and a green inally it was dusk and the year was coming to an end. Ev- jumper. With a bright smile and down to erything seemed regular on the streets. Vehicles plied on the earth attitude, he welcomed the reporters. road and people rushed around with errands while there was Fa great deal of hustle at the Soaltee Crowne Plaza. Capping Excerpts of the conversation follow: off a beautiful chilly evening, the packed China Garden swooned to the Sufi-inspired music of the Indian phenomenon known as Kailash Kher – and his band Kailasha. The after-rain weather – not too cold What is music to you (most obvious ques- How have you matured as a person? yet breezy – complemented the soothing melody perfectly. tion)? I don’t know if I have matured yet, but each concert Music to me is a way of living and if you live in a way and each song is an experience for me. As a person, It took an hour of the audience’s patience but after the grand success your conscious self tells you, ‘Yes I have done some- everything educates me more about life. More than of Bryan Adams, everyone anticipated Kher’s concert to also be worth thing,’ when the entire world looks at you and gives a good singer I want to be a good person. I think the wait. And Kher did not fail to live up to his fans’ expectations. you a respectful smile, when you command respect, singing is an art which reflects your personality; if The show opened with the bass-driven seductive song ‘Jaana Jogi it means you are living a life somewhat meaningful you are not a good soul, you can’t portray wellness De Naal’ followed by hits from his discography including ‘Tauba to society and humanity. I think through music you in your songs. So for me, every journey is an experi- realize that because it is an expression of your inner ence to be a good human being. Tauba,’ ‘ Rang Deeni,’ ‘Teri Deewani,’ ‘Allah Ke Bande,’ and ‘Saiyyan.’ emotions – your feelings – these are all beyond The highlight of the evening was when Kher performed the hit Ne- barriers of religion and gender. So music is definitely How do you define yourself? pali number ‘Kanchi he Kanchi’ to a surprised Nepali audience. “I another form of God to me. I don’t define myself yet. I’m still searching. would like to call Kathmandu Rockmandu,” he commented. Yet that You have usually mentioned you father (Pt. You have always been considered as a Pop Sufi was not it. As the Indian performer asked the audience, “Tapai lai Mehar Singh Kher) as your inspiration. Can singer. What other genres would you want to kasto chei?” he transcended the language barrier. you tell us a little more about your musical sing? background? I don’t even know what I sing; it’s all up to people “When I sing live, I want to connect directly to the audience. I what they feel like calling it. More than the term, I be- want them to feel my presence in their flesh and bones,” shared the My father actually was the inspiration; I admired him first as an individual then as my father. Although he lieve in soul, anything you do with genuine expression Sufi king. With his blend of soft Sufi numbers and fast beat tracks, was not much of an educated person, he could still is divine to me – whether you call it pop or rock. Kher assorted a sense of ecstasy and carefree mystic in the nerves win the hearts of millions and grab the attention of Is it the same feeling when you sing for mov- of the audience. many with sensible, great talks and deeds. Another ies and when you are doing a single? The best part was, with every new song, the singer shared his thing that made me admire him was that he was not When I’m recording for other music directors, I’m experience of his Nepal visit, “This is the place of the Himalayas, a trained singer. Whenever I heard him sing, I learnt singing their expressions. When I compose my music what he recited. with my band Kailasha, it’s my free expression; I’m the abode of Lord Shiva. Nepal is blessed by the Gods.” not bound by situations. There are situations though. As they say all good things must come to an end, Kher concluded What would you have been if you were not a the evening with ‘Chak de Phatte.’ The energy was amazing and the singer? You have judged so many reality shows. Do If I were not a singer, I would not be here because that you think reality shows provide a good plat- night memorable. Abhaya and the Steam Injuns took over the show is what my motive is. When I left Delhi for Mumbai, I form for upcoming singers? after Kher said his goodbyes. told myself that if I could not be a singer, I would not It helps also but at times, it’s not beneficial. Some- Had the space been larger, a greater audience could have been ac- do anything and just dive into the ocean (laughs). I’m times even the law allows certain amount of drugs commodated. But too bad, the seating was limited. Then again, JPR sure God heard my inner feelings and granted my wish to be prescribed but I guess it’s the limit that is is promising more this New Year, so let’s wait and watch what more as He did not want me to go to heaven and nag him. important. surprises they in store for us. (Mannat Shrestha) Do you think luck plays factor? Have you For the audience: been lucky? I want to tell the audience that social problems are Yes luck plays a big part. I think I have been everywhere but harmony and peace is what binds very lucky. I believe destiny plays a big role and the entire humanity. We should live in love because destiny is formed through your deeds. It’s like we humans are the only species that have intel- Words from the Organizer instant karma. When you do good to others, you ligence and a sensible mind. We need to use that for will have good luck. betterment of the world. (Mannat Shrestha) Sunil Hamal, Director, JPR Events

It was really heartwarming to see a brilliant response from Kath- mandu people. We are happy to learn that the scene in Kath- mandu is fast growing and this has encouraged us to come up with bigger and better events. Zenisha Moktan Miss Nepal 2009 Kunchang Moktan Samden Sherpa, Director, JPR Events Second Runner up, Miss Nepal 2009 The event was a huge success and Fr!day spotted some well known faces at the the participation was outstanding. events and caught up for their reviews. We would like to thank all our KK in Kathmandu was amazing, I was dying to sponsors, NTY and especially the This is actually my second Kailash Kher con- hear him live. It was magical. I got goose bumps audience for making the event cert. I really enjoyed the first one a lot, so I had when he started singing Teri Dewani. It was a another historic success. been looking forward to this one. Honestly, I great way to kick start the New Year! don’t regret my decision. I had a great time. TOP 3 eget morevents out of your weekends With events to the left and right, Fr!day makes it a little bit easier for you to choose events to check out this week and the next. Here are our top 3 picks: 1. Let’s Work The Talk Martin Chautari is organizing a discussion on various issues, Come join the discussion and make a what’s difference by your presence. on 2. Think Ink things to do April brings good news for all tattoo lovers in Nepal. Join the three-day event and get inked. 3. Bounce In Lounge Come and hangout in Bounce where the funky ambience will steer away your tiredness and live band sun . mon . tue . wed . thu . fri . sat performance will boost your energy. 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 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.

The Ballad of the Sad Café ART instruments like sarangi, damaha, Journalism and Mass Communication harmonium and sahnai as well as and Deepak Samir, Station Manager, Date: 22 April (Sunday), Time: 4 pm to 7 pm, Venue: St. Xavier’s School, Jawalakhel Trained Photography western instruments including the Mero FM will take the lead in Bidha Sharma - 9803092500, Nitesh Raj Shrestha - 9803212974, r_nitesh@hotmail. Opening Date: 11 April (Monday) saxophone, the keyboard, the violin discussing on the processing of FM com Closing Date: 25 April (Monday) and the guitar. station by College of Journalism Time: 6:30 am onwards and Mass Communication (CJMC). Venue: Artudio, Jyatha Garden Symphony Participation is open to all; discussions athmandu College of Management (KCM) Student Council presents 9841408425, 9841240341, artudio@ Opening Date: 17 April (Sunday) will be held in Nepali. ‘The Ballad of the Sad Café.’ Directed by Sajag Rana and co-directed hotmail.com, imageschool.np@gmail. Closing Date: 29 April (Friday) by Bishal Karki. KCM students have themselves acted in the drama. com Time: 10:30 am to 6 pm Free Entry Venue: Park Gallery, Pulchowk KThe drama is about Amelia, the proprietor of the Sad Café, who 5522307,parkgallery.com. throws her new husband out of her bedroom on their wedding night. Torn np,[email protected] FAIR/EXPO between anger and desire, the husband finally leaves town only to return Studio petals warmly invites you Think Ink some years later to find Amelia showering all her affection on a dwarf to a private viewing of “Garden cousin who has come to live with her. At their first meeting, the dwarf is Opening Date: 22 April (Friday) Symphony” – the first solo Closing Date: 24 April (Sunday) hopelessly attracted to the husband. In turn, the husband moves back into exhibition of Emira Doric Muftic Time: 10:30 am to 6 pm the Sad Café, threatening to run away with the dwarf if Amelia objects. The from Canada. Emira and her 9841849786 day of reckoning soon arrives and the husband and wife meet to settle husband, who spent the last twenty their differences with their bare hands. years in Ethiopia, South Africa, Canada and Nepal, pursued their Besides the director and co-director themselves, the cast includes Kriti Image School and Artudio joint passion for art and especially Pokhrel as Amelia Evans, Arpan Khanal as Marvin Macy and Shirish Pokharel are running a two week Basic paintings even before their as Cousin Lymon. Photography Training for all photo marriage. The present collection enthusiasts. The course includes: – the result of a nearly one year Ticket: Rs. 150 basic photography skill, tutorial experimental period at the studio DVD and handouts, lecture by and field visits to the vicinity of Deepak Tolange, photojournalist Kathmandu valley – includes water and Pradeep Yonzon,a senior fine color and gouache paintings on art photographer. Students are botanical subjects. There will also requested to bring their own be musical performances by Hari Qs camera but for those who don’t Maharjan and Chakra Lama. with Bishal Karki own one, a camera will be provided. Co-director,The Ballad Of the Sad Café Fee: Rs. 2500 Female Substantive 3 Opening Date: 8 April (Friday) Closing Date: 22 April (Friday) A tattoo convention is a tattoo lover’s Yes! More Drama! Time: 5:30 pm onwards dream come true and April brings Venue: Siddhartha Art Gallery, good news for all tattoo lovers in Sentiments and romance are part of life – they touch your soul, 4218048 inspire you, bring out expressions, and relate with every human Nepal. 57 national and international emotion dramatic. That is why dramas are interesting. Life’s a ballad, Sampling of rare Asian textiles artists will gather under one roof from the private collection of to mark the first ever international sometimes the tune is melodious and at others it is melancholic, but Barbara Adams and an exhibition of tattoo convention in Nepal. The three- that’s the beauty of life – it is not perfect, therefore it is beautiful. paintings, ‘Female Substantive’ by the day event includes on-spot inking Bishal Karki, co-director of ‘The Ballad Of the Sad Café’ shares his say British artist Ilsa Brittain, are taking and piercing opportunities, tattoo art on what his piece of art has in store for all those viewers who intend place at Siddhartha Art Gallery. The competitions, musical performance by reputed musicians of Nepal and much to attend the screening on 22 April. sheer artistry on display, coupled with the grace of lines and harmony more. Join the fun and witness Nepal at its tattooing best. What does the drama try to tell? Can we expect more than just of colors, make this important work both deeply feminine and undeniably an entertainment? Note: The gallery has no exclusive Entrance Fee: Rs 200 per day or Rs. substantial. ‘The Ballad of the Sad Café’ is a haunting tale of a human triangle that parking area. 600 (For three days. Includes special culminates into an astonishing brawl; the drama introduces the audience to Musical Amusements privileges) Let’s Work The Talk Miss Amelia, a formidable southern woman whose café serves as the town’s Opening Date: 10 April (Sunday) Opening Date: 17 April (Sunday) gathering place. It is a story about how Amelia falls in love, about how her Closing Date: 22 April (Friday) Closing Date:21 April (Thursday) café came into being and about vengeance due to which the café died. Time: 10:30 am to 6 pm Time:3 pm MOVIES Venue: Park Gallery, Pulchowk The audience will be in for an emotional roller coaster. There’s not much I Venue: Jeetjung Marg, Thapathali French Film Festival 2011 want to give away, you’d rather want to be at the screening of ‘The Ballad’ Come enjoy an array of acrylic 4238050,4102027 Opening date: 19 April (Tuesday) on 22 April at Donnelly Hall, St. Xavier’s School. paintings based on musical Closing Date: 22 April (Friday) Martin Chautari is holding a instruments from the east and Time: 7 pm onwards What kind of an audience do you expect to pull? series of discussions starting 17 the west by Ramesh Bikal, who Venue: Alliance Française Gardens, This drama presents a plot to excite a mature audience. Anyone who is April. The 17 April discussion is has participated in many art Tripureshwor, 4242621 willing to reflect on what they will be watching will have a plenty of food for on “Christianization process in exhibitions and workshops held thought and will definitely be enthralled by it. Chepang in Nepal” by Rishiram in Kathmandu since 2001. His Come and enjoy a selection of French Adhikari, PhD candidate, TU. On Kathmandu College of Management (KCM) and the KCM Student Council paints a variety of Nepali musical films with English subtitles. Starting screen the KCM Annual Drama to provide students with an opportunity to 19 April, the discussion will be on 19 April, four movies will be screened showcase their talents and also to get away from the hectic schedule that “Women and peace in Nepal” through 22 April. the curriculum entails. with Saloni Singh, member of the organization didibahini.org. 1. Date: 21 April (Thursday) What unexpected can we expect? On 21 April, there will be media La Petite Jerusalem is about Laura, a Like I already mentioned, this is a drama where you can expect a lot of discussion on “Practices and young Jewish woman in Paris, who sudden highs and lows. It has the element of love to make the heart melt, challenges of FM radios operated lives in a smaller-than-ideal apartment hatred to make the blood boil and sorrow to make the soul weep. by educational institutions.” Dr. with her orthodox family and falls in (Shristi Ale) Manju Mishra, Principal, College of love with a Muslim man. As the drama unfolds, it makes an interesting watch. events Fr!day Issue 64 | 27 April 2011 7

program. The lounge boasts of mini Venue: School of Creative theatre, karaoke, free Wi-Fi and a Communications (SCC) Building, live band performing every evening. Kupondole, 5546705 worth a watch Besides being a cool and funky hangout that helps steer away your tiredness, they also have a studio National Geographic marriage to Prince Charles has tattoo to help you get inked. All the Channel never had a happy ending. Prepare more reason to hover around the America Before Columbus yourselves to re-witness the grandest central and to hit the Kathmandu The real unknown tales of American fairytale wedding of the 20th century. Mall for more than just shopping! natives before the time of Columbus 24 April, Sunday, 5:45 pm shall always remain a code though several history books have tried to Animal Planet decipher it. Now, an attempt is being made to retell these tales scientifically. I Shouldn’t Be Alive: Death in the Sea of Cortez 21 April, Thursday, 7:45 pm Gear up for a real drama as three Free Entry men get shipwrecked on a hostile desert island. A simple fishing trip Chapter One Star Movies shifts to a battle for survival for the Starting Date: 21 April (Thursday) men. Watch the tale of survival of Ending Date: 24 April (Sunday) 2. Date: 22 April (Friday) these men. La Propheteie Des Grenouilles, an Venue: Gyanmandala, Jhamsikhel animated family movie directed Time: 11 am onwards 25 April, Monday, 6:45 pm by Jacques-Rémy Girerd will be 9851115753 showcased on the last day of the Bookworm, a bookshop at A roster of veteran photographers ESPN film festival. The movie is a great idea Gyanmandala Jhamsikhel, is and creative heads will be conducting Barclays Premier League to spend the weekend with your organizing its first book fair- the workshop on digital photography. 2010/11 family where entertainment and cum-literary festival Bookworm The workshop includes fundamentals Join the football frenzy as Blackburn satisfaction are truly guaranteed. Book Fest – a four day Mecca of digital photography and elements of Rovers take on Manchester City on composition along with practical sessions Free Entry for literature lovers. The festival When Harry Met Sally the 34th day of the league at Ewood incorporates book discussions, talks and many more. All interested hobbyists, Park. amateurs as well as beginners can explore You must have heard it a number by renowned litterateurs, language of times by now that a man and a experts and politicians. The fair is the creative side of their photographic April 26, Tuesday, 00:24 am MISCELLANEOUS selves as well as enhance their existing woman can never be friends. Have you a wonderful opportunity for book ever wondered where this expression Miles for Smiles lovers to purchase books on sale skills. So pack your SLR (or a compact Discovery Channel digicam) and head your way to SCC. comes from? When Harry Met Sally Date: 23 April (Saturday) with up to 80% discount. ‘Karnali is movie that revolves around the MythBusters: Walking on Time: 10 am onwards Blues’ fame author Buddhisagar Fee: Rs. 3000 relationship between two friends. Water Starting point: Jawalakhel football will also be launching his poem Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan, Who play The myth busters are back in action. ground, [email protected], www. anthology on the last day of the Andho Yug the title characters, fear that they Movies have been fascinating us with wcfnepal.com festival. Aimed at becoming an annual Date: 27 April (Wednesday) will never be able to regain their special effects like ninjas running on fare, the festival is being held to Time: 6 pm friendship if they involve sex in their water but how much depth does World Cyclists Foundation celebrate books and reading. Venue: Rastriya Naach Ghar, Jamal relationship. it really have. Join Adam, Jamie and Nepal is organizing a fund raiser a ninjutsu master carry out the ‘Kathmandu Nagarik Challenge’ Project Sarangi Directed by renowned theatre director 22 April, Friday, 2:55 pm experiment to solve this mystery. (KNC) with the mission to Date: 23rd April 2011 M. K. Raina and presented by Nepal Venue: Attic Bar, Uttar Dhoka Shakes and India’s National School build a school in a remote part Star World 27 April, Wednesday, 6:45 pm of Dolakha. The 32 km rally Time: 6:30pm onwards of Drama (NSD), this play is the 9851128651 culmination of a month-long intensive starts from Jawalakhel football Cinemax ground and leads through theatre-training workshop which With the objective of promoting brought together 30 Nepali students Icarus Chapagaun, Tika Bhairab, Champi, young and talented urban Sarangi Bhainsepati, Nakkhu and finishes and teaching faculty from NSD. The There were those who called him musicians, Project Sarangi attempts play written by Dharamvir Bharati, Icarus. Everyone else knew him as at the Jawalakhel football ground. to share the responsibility of all Proceeds will go for the education and performed in Nepali, is set in the a divorced father working for an Nepalis to save the art form and last day of the Great Mahabharata war investment company. But they didn’t of disadvantaged Nepali children, keep it for future generations. especially orphans and survivors when the rules of war broke down and know his other side-his dark side. Having witnessed the decline in the Brahmastra, the ultimate weapon of Because Icarus was at his best when of conflicts, who are deprived the number of musicians taking up of proper education. Another destruction, akin to today’s weapons of he was killing people. Sarangi – our supposedly national mass destruction, was unleashed. The objective of KNC is to make instrument, and fearing the threat 20 April, Wednesday, 7:45 pm people aware of the benefits of play explores fundamental precepts of of extinction of the Nepali form of ethics and morality in times of conflict, Desperate Housewives cycling, especially in the context of Sarangi, Kaal Bhairav Initiatives has Kathmandu valley to reduce traffic but reveals that there is a capacity for Ladies, there’s a new housewife in decided to promote the instrument reconciliation and forgiveness in all town. The housewives of Wisteria congestion. Participants will get a in a way that it is fashionable, t-shirt, certificate and refreshment human interactions. Lane in the town of Fairview have whereby it would create a market company. They seem to have good package. Participate and make a of its own. French director Tony Advance purchase: Dhokaima Cafe, difference to those in need and friends, perfect families, love and Gatlif will be screening a musical Patan Dhoka, 5522113 everything else but you never know – help build a better Nepal. documentary ‘Lotcha Drom’ at Ticket: Rs. 200 (available on spot as well) deep down they treasure a secret that Fee: Rs. 500 the event. Besides, there will be is unknown to all. the launch of project Sarangi and Bounce In Lounge fund raising for ten sarangis for the 23 April, Saturday, 11:15 pm Opening Date: 13 April (Wednesday) students. Closing Date: 22 April(Friday) TLC Time: 6 pm onwards Free Entry Charles and Di: Once Upon a Venue: Kathmandu Mall Learn Digital Photography 4150115 Time Start Date: 24 April (Sunday) The craze to know the little-known- The opening of the lounge “Bounce” End Date: 1 May (Sunday) facts about Princess Diana and her is being celebrated with a week long Time: 7 am – 9:30 am eget morevents out of your weekends

mark your calendar events during the next few weeks ART invited to just enjoy and have fun. Timing (tentative): 10 am to 3 pm Along with the fun, information Venue: Sattya Media Arts Jewels Of Newar Art stalls regarding the culture of Nepal Collective, Jawalakhel Opening Date: 26 April (Tuesday) will also be set up. And to keep For registration: www.sattya.org Closing Date: 15 May (Sunday) the event secure, young volunteers 9841942595 Time: 5:30 pm from local clubs, organizations Art of Living Venue: Sidhartha Art Gallery, Baber and institutions, along with Garud As summer crawls in, scrawl in Mahal Revisited Security and the Metropolitan Police with summer! Organized by Vent 4218048 will be available at hand. Magazine and Sattya Media Arts Collective, Summer Scrawls is a Bodhitsattva Gallery in collaboration Free Entry two-week long collaborative writing with Siddhartha Art Gallery project (aimed at those who’ve presents ‘Jewels Of Newar Art’ – an just finished their SLC exams) exhibition to be inaugurated by Dr. MUSIC which will culminate in a handmade Dina Bangdel, Associate Professor of Notes Of Love literary journal produced entirely Asian Art at Virginia Commonwealth Date: 30 April (Saturday) by participants. Those enthusiastic University, USA. The exhibition will Time: 2 to 4 pm about writing and sharing their continue till 15 May. Venue: Army Officers’ Club creative juices with a group of dynamic, young writers can join Bodhitsattva Gallery, now in its Auditorium, Sundhara in an experimentation that uses fourth generation in the business ‘Notes of Love’ is a concert being words and language as tools for self has been cultivating relationships organized by Japanese playgroup and expression. with famous artists and also Lincoln School Parents Association. ourtesy: The Art of Living foundation The P hoto C ourtesy: promoting and encouraging new This event is organized in support The workshop provides the Date: 30 April (Monday), 5pm Onwards, Venue: Tundikhel Newroad, 4494500, artists in order to keep the fine of survivors of the Japanese opportunity to participate in 5525681 work and artistry alive. At 6 pm earthquake where entertainment is intensive writing workshops, on 29 April, a talk program ‘In the guaranteed along with help for those embark on mini-excursions around The Art of Living Foundation is a not-for-profit, educational and humanitarian NGO Legacy: Arniko’ will be facilitated by in need. Tickets are available at the Kathmandu, watch and discusses engaged in stress-management and service initiatives. The organization is now one Dr. Dina Bangdel. On 1 May, artist Ambassador Hotel, all outlets of The films and documentaries, gain of the world’s largest volunteer NGOs, active in over 144 countries. This time, the Udaya Charan Shrestha will be Bakery Café, Banu’s Fitness, Café U, exposure to different forms of foundation is organizing a talk program by Guruji H. H. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji on 30 giving a speech on ‘The use of oil in Casa de Cass and Fuji Bakery. media and interact with young April, 5 pm onwards at Tundikhel. The event – with an objective to spread harmony Traditional Paubha Painting’ at 6 pm. “experts” who are making a living and establish peace in the country – is open to all. Through programs like this, the On 8 May, Bijay Ratna Shakya will Ticket: Rs. 500(Adults), Rs. off their passion and creativity. organizers intend to help millions around the world to overcome stress, depression talk on ‘Ancient Lost Wax Process 300(Children Under 12) and violent tendencies. Method of Statue Making’ at 6 pm Applications Deadline: 22 April. while Master Artist and Deepak Send in applications to ayushma@ The Art of Living was founded in 1981 by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. His work spans many Joshi will talk on ‘Paubha painting MISCELLANEOUS ventzine.com roles – as a humanitarian ambassador, meditation instructor, spiritual teacher and a and Spirituality’ at 4 pm the next day. Garden Symphony peace advocate. H. H. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji will be in Kathmandu till 3 May. He has Participation fee: Rs. 2,000 (includes Opening Date: 17 April (Sunday) been traveling all over the globe spreading his message of universal love and peace. Free Entry fees for all sessions and materials, Closing Date: 29 April (Friday) transport during excursions, and Sri Sri Ravi Shankar has been globally recognized as an ambassador of peace, Time: 10:30 am to 6 pm light snacks during the day.) receiving numerous awards for his work. He plays a key role in conflict resolution FAIR/EXPO Venue:Park Gallery,Pulchowk and spreads his vision of non-violence at public forums and gatherings worldwide. At 5522307,parkgallery.com. Yoga Trek Shaping the Media Industry np,[email protected] Opening date: 22 May (Sunday) the event Guruji will be reciting holy chants and the event will be followed by some Opening Date: 28 April (Thursday) cultural dance programs by professional dancers. Closing Date: 29 May (Sunday) Closing Date: 30 April (Saturday) Studio petals warmly invites you 4412508, [email protected], On 2 May, there will be a live Maha Sudarshan Kriya in Guruji’s voice at Police Venue: Direction Exhibition and to a private viewing of “Garden www.socialtours.com Academy, Maharajgunj. For further details contact 4494500/5525681. (Shristi Ale) Convention Centre (DECC), United Symphony”, the first solo exhibition World Trade Centre (UWTC) by Emira Doric Muftic (Canada), Come join the trip that combines 4117101, 4117104, info@ starting from 17 April to 29 April at a holistic traditional look at yoga directionnepal.com Park Gallery, Pulchowk. Emira and practice in Nepal with Sannyasi her husband spent the last twenty Yogatara (Lisa Gautschi), Director The Ad & Media Expo 2011 is a years in different countries through of Isha Institute. Lisa holds a Post platform for all advertisers, clients, Ethiopia, South Africa, Canada and Graduate Diploma in Applied Qs media owners and buyers, where Nepal. Their joint passion for art Yogic, has a Masters degree in they can gather to help strengthen and especially paintings started Transpersonal Psychology with with Seema Rathi the roots of the advertising and specialization in creative expression. Basic Course Teacher, Art of Living Nepal before their marriage. The present media industry. This expo will show is a collection of water color In addition to teaching yoga, provide visitors the opportunity to and gouache paintings on botanical Lisa works as a yoga therapist, 3 learn innovative strategies and gain subjects, which is the result of the counselor, freelance writer, and excellent networking opportunities nearly one year experimental period leads yoga retreats and spiritual For the Spiritual Self with real industry players. Visitors at the studio and field visits to the journeys to Nepal, India and Tibet. will also be able to gain knowledge vicinity of Kathmandu valley. There The Maha Satsang, a gathering of like-minded people, aims at about the latest technologies and The eight day trek starts 17 will also be musical performances by April from Dhunche and follows establishing peace and harmony. We talk to Seema Rathi about equipment in the area of advertising, Hari Maharjan and Chakra Lama. media and marketing, which will be through Sing Gompa, Gosainkunda, this free-for- all event which shall be graced by H. H. Sri Sri Ravi on display. Job booths are also going Note: The gallery has no exclusive Ghopte, Kutumsang, Chisopani Shankar - founder of The Art of Living foundation. to be set up where visitors will get parking area. ending at the eastern village of a chance to know which ad agencies Sundarijal via the national park and Who are the intended people for the event? and media houses are announcing Summer Scrawls back to Kathmandu. We are expecting approximately more than one hundred thousand Starting Date: 1 May (Sunday) vacancies, and learn about job Fee: Rs. 34,500 people for the Maha Satsang event at Tundikhel as it is open for all. We are opportunities in the industry. A Ending Date: 15 May (Sunday) expecting people from all spheres, age groups, cultures and professions. 3-day workshop, aimed at providing Anyone with the desire to maintain harmony with oneself and hence also in participants with new visions and the society can take part in the Maha Satsang. This is a one day preliminary knowledge about the media industry, event. Those who find our techniques beneficial can opt for other elaborate is also set to take place. Actors, For the Real Women Art of Living courses. singers and dancers will keep Forms Open: 18 April, Forms visitors entertained throughout Close: 16 August What are the highlights of the event? the 3-day event and on the last day 4244929, pageant@ H.H. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji will be in the Satsang, so there will be some the expo will close with a cocktail nepalesecouncil.com, www. question and answer sessions, bhajans, meditation, Nepali folk and cultural dinner party. nepalesecouncil.com dances to uplift the cultural values of Nepal. The motive of his visit is to establish peace and harmonious environment in the country. Festive Streets The Miss United Nation Nepal Date: May 14 (Saturday) Pageant is a competition organizer calls all Nepali women Is the Maha Satsang a spiritual event or a religious one? Time: 10 am to 10 pm which aims to inspire and between the ages of 18-27 to There’s a difference between religion and spirituality. Religion is about Venue: North Gate, Lazimpat empower them by giving them participate in this event, the winner customs and rituals which people follow without knowledge and value. On an opportunity to showcase of which will later take part in an the other hand spirituality means connection with the spirit or self. Only Lazimpat Street is all set to ignite their inner beauty. The event is international pageant – Miss United spirituality can nourish human values, bring in social change and a sense of with a celebration of art, fashion organized by Nepalese Council Nation International Pageant. For responsibility. So Maha Satsang – meaning a great gathering of like-minded and food for the second time. Pvt. Ltd. and is scheduled to more information, contact Nepalese people – is a spiritual event. (Yukta Bajracharya) The Lazimpat Street Festival is an take place on 8 November. The Council Pvt. Ltd, New Road. event where people of all ages are

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the week that was Welcoming the New Year event reviews of the past week GO RED FOR WOMEN

ASMAN (Association of St. Mary’s Alumnae Nepal), in collaboration with Jayanti Memorial Trust, organized “Go Red channels, Aarambha’s party, in its own right, Year’s Eve is a time when every for Women” to raise fund and awareness New was no less than the ones you see on Fashion about the risks of heart diseases in women restaurant, bar and disco in Kathmandu Revolution Records was One event that stood out last TV. DJ Kranti of on 13 April 2011, at Hotel De l’Annapurna. hosts a party. heating up the crowd with his hit mixes while Wednesday was Aarambha Entertainment’s DJ NVN, DJ Saroj and DJ Sur each worked Renowned cardiologists, Dr. Bhagwan party at 1905, Kantipath. Lights bright enough the crowd in their own ways. The techno and Koirala and Dr. Bharat Rawat, along with to flood the lush gardens of 1905 and sound house records were pretty intense and well- Miss Nepal 2010 Sadichha Shrestha were loud enough to shake up the entire place, appreciated by the crowd. Yet the need for the Goodwill Ambassadors who shared this outdoor party was definitely worth more Kollywood songs was felt. Overall, the the support for the cause by launching the the 1000-rupee ticket you needed to get in. party was a blast and a great way to welcome “Healthy Heart Awareness Wrist Band.” With the DJs up on a stage, airport-like tight 2068. (Prashant Pratap Shah) The awareness program was inaugurated by security, and the presence of various live TV Neelima Shrestha followed by a welcome note from Ava Shah, the President of ASMAN and Shreejana Rana, the Vice President of ASMAN and Secretary of Jayanti Memorial Trust, both conveying solidarity for this international movement. The program had Dr. Bharat Rawat making a presentation on “Healthy Heart”. The program also saw the St. Mary’s School (SMS) Achievers being awarded and a musical performance by Hari Mohan, an Indian singer. Hole that ball for 4 Million The fund raised by the guest tickets, priced at Rs. 2500, and the wrist bands which sold for Rs. 200 each, was an attempt to raise awareness on heart diseases and to support people in need. The 1985 batch of SMS handed over an amount of Rs. 50000 to sponsor the education of 12 girls at Mary Ward School. A putt, a pitch, a punch! The biggest golf event of the year in Nepal The program was sponsored by Borges Olive Oil and co- sponsored by Land Rover. (Nimma Adhikari) took place at the beautiful Gokarna Forest Golf Resort on 13 April. Despite the light shower, the richest domestic prize money event kicked off with unwashed enthusiasm from everyone including professional golfers to caddies. With their Talking Paubha marveling gears, loaded bags and essential gadgets, players teed off The Indian Cultural Center organized a talk on ‘Manifestations of Devi: A Program on Newar Paubha aiming and taking in the boundless Painting’ by Deepak Joshi on 15 April. Joshi, who started painting at an early age of 10 said that unlike green. Thanka paintings, Paubha still lacked behind. He said that the paintings are concentrated within a few Newar communities, “but new generations too have reckoned its importance and thus have started Curtains were raised for the five- painting those.” day extravaganza by Surya Nepal Masters with top-notch, professional golfers from India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh like Mandeo Pathania, Paubha, comprising of two words ‘Pau’ and ‘Bha,’ means depiction of god in flat form. “However, Gurbaaz Mann, Kumar, Feroze Ali, Ajeetesh Sandhu, Arshdeep Tiwana, Om Prakash Chauhan, Harindar Paubha and Pauva are different in the the message they convey,” Joshi shared. “Paubha implies Gupta, Mithun Perara and of course our home-heroes Shiva Ram Shrestha and Deepak Acharya, to name message from Buddha, while Pauva means message from monastery.” a few. A co-sanctioned event with PGTI (Professional Golf Tour of India), it was a perfect opportunity for Although Joshi dwelt much into history, legends, myths and folklores, he conveyed little about the amateur golfers to measure their growth against some of best golfers in the world. And of course, it was talk’s topic, manifestations of Devi. The earliest of Paubha paintings date back to 13th century, the the perfect shot for Nepal to macadamize its way into taking part in PGTI events. Araniko era, Joshi said. “Unlike present day paubhas that use chemical colors, those paintings survived With the twin objectives of promoting Nepal as a golf destination and enhancing the golfing talent of our because those used stone colors,” Joshi informed. Joshi, who trained under Paubha master Prem players, Nepal Tourism Board will definitely see a rise in sports tourism, namely golf. (Chhoksum Bista) Man Chitrakar said, “There are no schools or curricula that teach these paintings, and it’s high time someone did that.”

He also stated that, “concerned authorities should pay attention to promote it.” (Pratik Rimal) 3D Journeys

Moksh Music Festival ‘11 What: Trip Game in 3D light – an art exhibition by the Belarussian artist Olga It was pouring at the Moksh restaurant on Luzan 12 April. But that couldn’t dampen the BMX Opening Date: 18 April bikers’ spirit. The bicycle stunt show was Closing Date: 2 May in full swing with cheers from an audience Where: The Art Shop, Durbar Marg taking shelter in the beautiful verandas of the Curated by: The Art Shop and Siddartha Art Gallery restaurant. The aromatic BBQ and soothing Inaugurated by: H.E. Sergey Velichkin, Russian Ambassador to Nepal greenery at Moksh proved to be the right ambience for the classical dance performance Wall Story: 20 mixed media paintings that weave a fantastical world of 3D. Unique by Nritya Aagan. Next up were the materials such as the Italian lacquer and local materials including wood, henna stick- international dance group Burcu all the way ers and coins were used by the artist in the collages. from Turkey. After the energetic performance, Bookworm had a book exhibition at the Themes: The paintings are the outcome of Luzan’s personal, spiritual and cultural venue. The night closed with live music from journey from Belarus to Nepal where the artist through the incorporation of Catch 22, Bobin & the Himalayan Mantra and images of children and various animals brings out themes such as compassion, self- the Silver Wind Quartet. The next day, Nepali reflection and the game of emotions. New Year’s Eve, saw Smriti & the band playing at the Moksh auditorium. This was followed Speech: “This is an unusual show, which by depicting how artists outside Nepal are by a thumping DJ session, and the Moksh using different techniques of art, will in turn enrich the art scene here.” – Sangeeta Music Festival ’11 was wrapped up with Thapa, Curator, Siddartha Art Gallery Bikram Sambat 2067. (Prashant Pratap Shah) hallofframe What: Surya Nepal Masters 2011 Where: Gokarna Forest Resort, Gokarna When: 13 April

1. Iswar Gautam, Deepak Acharya, Brandon De’Souza 2. Udipt Singh Chhetry 3. Pramod Joshi, Narayan Upadhyay, Rajendra Chitrakar 4.Sayeed Sanadi

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5 6 7 What: Garden Symphony Where: Park Gallery, Pulchowk When: 17 April

1. Hari Maharjan 2. Emira Doric Muftic 3. Stephane Jaquemet 4. H.E. Thor Gislesen 5. Chakra Lama 6. MS.Thor Gislesen 3 4 7. Neera Joshi Pradhan 8. Ramesh Khanal

What: Sufi with Kailash Where: Soaltee Crowne Plaza When: 13 April Mesmerized b y: KK’s magical vocals Enjoyed: The following ramp show with beauties in traditional attires

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What: Pechakucha Night - 20 slides of 20 seconds for 20 minutes Where: Attic Bar, Uttar Dhoka When: 16 April 1. Raymon Shrestha 2. Archana Thapa 3. Sujan Chitrakar 4. Shreya Thapa 5. Bibek Rajbhandari 6. Om Khatri 4 5 6 What: Go Red for Women- an initiative to raise funds and awareness on risks of heart diseases in women When: 13 April Where: Hotel Annapurna Organized by: ASMAN in collaboration with Jayanti Memo- rial Trust Delightful Quote: Dr. Bharat Rawat: “Before you go to sleep, ask yourself if you MADE (M- mental relaxation, A- avoid tobacco, D- diet and E- exercise) your day today?” The Oozing Factor: theme “red” for a victorious red heart

1. Saddichha Shrestha 2. Dr. Bharat Raut 3. Dr. Bhagawan 1 2 3 Koirala 4. Bijen Joshi 5. Siddhant Raj Pandey 6. Bandana Rana 7. Sonia Joshi 8. Sanjiv Prasad Shah and Ava Shah What: Manifestation of Devi (Talk program by Deepak Joshi) 9. Shobha Rayamajhi 10. Urvashi Rana 11. Jaya Shah Where: Durbar Hall,Balmandir,Naxal 12. Vidushi Rana When: 15 April, Friday 1. Aditya Raj Shrestha 2. Dipak Joshi 3. Prajol Shakya 4. Geeti Sen 1 5.Thakur P. Mainali 6. Lindsay Friedwan

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Binod Bhattarai is a journalist who runs The Writing Workshop ‘Too Much Profit’ ([email protected]).

n 5 April a major daily ute comes not from losses – or What one cannot be sure had a headline stood the pockets of the investors – about, however, is how well this out. It said ‘Niji chetra but from the profits it can make. money is actually being spent Obadhi nafamukhi’ or ‘Pri- Therefore even ‘too much profit’ given all the media reports vate sector too profit oriented’. is not the problem. The issue is about former prime ministers These words of wisdom be- the capability of government and home ministers getting is Good longed to the Right Honourable to tap into the profits in a man- Sport Utility Vehicles as take- Prime Minister Jhala Nath Kha- ner that is judicious, transparent aways when they complete one nal. He was speaking at a func- and predictable. term, howsoever short, in of- scam and the sudden resignation all business people might have tion where he invited private of the finance secretary some become politicians. Businesses sector involvement in bikas nir- Private initiative is about profit weeks ago over alleged political profit by providing goods or ser- man (development) but was also and therefore no amount of pressures to, among others, give vices under agreed rules, which, suggesting that their profit mo- it can be bad. What is worse is concessions to businesses cheat- however, are also often flouted tive was preventing them from ing on VAT. (possibly because human nature lending a hand. the inability of governments Private initiative is about wants more). But more often Khanal’s remark was flum- to let businesses earn more profit and therefore no amount than not, this happens when the moxing, to say the least. In and tax them judiciously. Had of it can be bad. What is worse cheats are confident of buying particular, what message was is the inability of governments political protection to get away. he giving to trade unions – in- businesses been public services, to let businesses earn more and The still unsettled VAT scam cluding the one that he leads all business people might have tax them judiciously. Had busi- may tell more about this in the as president of the Unified nesses been public services, coming days. ! Marxists-Leninists? The mes- become politicians. sage could not have also come at a worse time, or just after three If, in the Nepali case, indus- fice. How the money is spent large unions had finished nego- try was actually making too is perhaps something to worry tiating for higher wages, while much profit as the prime minis- about more than private sector there were still some – aligned ter indicated – which could not profits. to minor political parties – that be true given that factories are Now a counterpoint: if the were still demanding for more, running under-capacity or are ‘too much’ of the profit dis- and had stopped production to routinely forced to shutdown at cussed above does not reflect in press their demands. political fancy – does it reflect in taxes, then that is problematic If industry is to contribute to the government’s tax receipts? because it indicates the inability bikas nirman (and also to political If it does, what is there to com- of government to collect taxes slush funds), it needs to be able plain about because their profits properly. Some evidence of this to run in the first place. And, add to revenues the government emerged following the reports whatever industry may contrib- can spend for bikas nirman. on the Value Added Tax (VAT) is Good enterlet the good times begin tainment goal posts whose two match ban proved expensive for SAF, who himself is still on his five match ban. He will be back in the dugout when United The Treble Dream Gone... meet Arsenal for the probable title showdown at the Emirates on 1 May. This week’s result for the Spurs will go a long way in proving if they will be still up for the chance to play CL football next season. They have a tougher draw than City, the decider is at away to City, The Double Lives on and they need to play Chelsea, — Dr. Banu Sharma Liverpool and Arsenal. Wednesday night will be their first trial by fire; s this Man City’s year of finally ness, or even worse, demotion? I they welcome Arsenal to a late kick ending their 35 year trophy still do not want to discount them off on Wednesday night and meet drought? Will they be crowned yet, all they need is 4 good results Chelsea 10 days hence. City on IFA Cup champions? After the and they should be safe. Sunderland the other hand have comparatively 1-0 win over their rivals they will too is going down. Bruce’s boys easier away games, toughest being be meeting Stoke who decimated have managed a single point since away to Everton, they have Black- a promising Bolton side 5-0 in the February! Not something to be burn on Monday night kick off, then finals. They will be going into the proud of especially now towards welcome West Ham Sunday, 1 May. finals on 14 May as favorites to win the business end of things. They lost it. Tevez too should be back from 2-0 to Birmingham, now they are A short recap of El Classico which injury by then – a huge reprieve just 5 points off safety. Everton are returned last Saturday night: it was for Mancini. The semifinal against finally getting on in their season, a first for both the top scorers of United started so cagily; with Unit- they now are seventh after their La Liga; the game ended in a 1-1 PG ed ruling the first half, they would 2-0 win over Blackburn. Everton for Messi and Ronaldo. It was the have taken lead if not for the heroic boasts of a modest squad, and in first time Leo scored against a team save from England’s No 1 Hart, the spite of that Moyes seems to work managed by Mourinho and the first second time Berboatov missed a wonders with them every season. goal for Ronaldo against Barca ever. sitter 2 yards out. He got a new No wonder he is touted to suc- They have yet to meet another name post the match – BerbaTop! ceed SAF when he retires. Aston three times in the course of the The second half unraveled it all, Utd Villa came well against West Ham; next two and a half weeks. The went a goal behind, then Scholes last minute winner by Abgonlahor last time they met four times was got red carded, Carrick who was gave them the vital 3 points and over a period of 21 days in the year so good during the QF of the CL guaranteed safety unless they suffer 1916. It will be a battle between was not able to do much. All in all, a meltdown in the next five games. the master tactician Mourinho over City midfield were the stronger, West Ham unfortunately are still Now Showing his counterpart Guardiola’s passing and being a goal up, they went into struggling; they need a small miracle game. The winner will take the an all out attacking play preventing to stay up. At the look of things, Dum Maro Dum King’s cup and be a step closer to Utd from staging any chances of a the relegation battle is poised at a the Holy Grail of European football Multiple lives collide comeback. knife edge, just 5 points separate brutally one day at Goa – the Champions League trophy. the five clubs at the bottom. With Airport and change The La Liga is Barca’s, who are 8 five more games, six for bottom forever. Dum Maaro There were 5 PL games played on points ahead with six more games placed Wolves, expect a roller Dum takes you on Saturday; Chelsea overcame their to go. So many matches to watch, coaster ride the coming weeks. a dramatic, thrilling initial shock of being 1 goal down so little time. The last month of the trip filled with twists, Super Sunday showdown at the to winning 3-1. Torres is still search- season is always the most exciting. turns, suspense and a Emirates, Arsenal hosted Liverpool. ing for that elusive first goal; he Will the title go down to the wire shocking finale! Wenger has been boosted by the DID score but was deemed offside. or will Utd be crowned champions Cast: Abhishek Bachchan, return of Djourou and goalkeeper Will he ever score this season? much before? All that and more as Thank You Prateik Babbar, Bipasha Wojciech Szczesny while Liverpool Basu, Aditya Pancholi, Rana Teen Thay Bhai They have six more games. The the end unfolds… Cheer for your were without Gerrard and Agger. The story of this Daggubati, Deepika Padukone jokes being cracked at his expense teams, enjoy the games and let my Director: Rohan Sippy Teen Thay Bhai is the Arsenal bossed the game through- romantic comedy on the web and papers are not team win. ! story of 3 brothers out, but could not find the back of revolves around three distanced by life and helping his confidence much. My friends – Raj, Yogi brought together favorite one is: Torres walked into a the net. Liverpool suffered injuries, and Vikram who are by a clause in their bar and asked for a couple of shots, their makeshift defense held on serial womanizers and Grandfather’s will. They the barman replied, “It is not like until injury time when Van Persie Disclaimer continuously cheat on battle love and life to win you.” Saturday was very much the netted in a penalty but the 3 points their unsuspecting wives, the most important thing: battle of the relegation threatened. were not in Arsenal’s plate; at the Columnists are entitled to their until their wives hire a each other. last minute of injury time, Liverpool own views and opinions. They private detective Kishan. Wigan beat Blackpool 1-3. Nature snatched a dramatic draw thanks to do not reflect the views and Director: Mrighdeep Lamba cannot abide a vacuum, so out Cast: Akshay Kumar, Bobby Kuyt’s penalty, and all was square at opinions of ECS Media and the Deol, Sonam Kapoor, Suniel Cast: Om Puri, Shreyas came Wigan and in went Black- Shetty, Irfan Khan, Celina Jaitley Talpade, Deepak Dobriyal, Ragini pool for the very first time this the Emirates. organizaton cannot be held and Rimi Sen Khanna and Yograj Singh liable for the same. Readers are Director: Anees Bazmee season, into the relegation zone. Their high flying first half seemed Tuesday late night, 12:15 am United encouraged to write to us at www.qfxcinemas.com, 4442220 to have fizzled out into nothing- travel to Newcastle, with Rooney [email protected] entertainment Fr!day Issue 64 | 27 April 2011 15

kathmandu chapters friday pick Every bit of Kathmandu’s zingy-zany soul as it unfolds every week The Red Fromance- The Facebook Romance — Samriddhi Rai

Baron— Prasanna KC We all do it, don’t we? Romance from an “Aweee” to “Ewww… that with our Facebook accounts? But was cheesy”. Runtime: 1 hr. 46 mins. today, my hint was rather towards Year of release: March 2008 lIf you’ve exchanged your Face- the ‘Romance’ that is prevalent Starring: Matthias Schweighöfer, Til Schweiger, book password with your signifi- among FB users – an inter FB ac- Volker Bruch, Lena Headey, Joseph Fiennes counts romance if you will. cant other. I believe it’s the new age Director: Nikolai Müllerschön “exchange of apartment keys” – a Director: Robert Rodriguez, Frank Miller (II) So the last time I posted a profile vital step in a relationship indeed. picture with a guy friend of mine, In the movie, Matthias Schweighöfer portrays a young Red Baron more than a hundred likes and a lIf you start responding to people’s comments as “Us” or “We”. (Manfred Von Richthofen) who is somewhat arrogant and headstrong dozen comments jammed my no- yet gentlemanly when it comes to the usually messy business of warfare. tifications. For almost a week after lIf your disagreements and argu- During one of the dogfights, he instructs his squadron to stop firing on that, everywhere I walked in – into ments with your other half find a British planes once the battle over the skies has been clearly won. “We my office, to parties, I was swamped way into your FB activities. day where characters, emotions are sportsmen, not butchers,” he says. with comments such as “Congratu- and dialogues are real and are tele- lations” and “Who is that guy?” lIf your joy lies in Facebook “likes” cast live on Facebook channel. The Red Baron is a true story of one of World War One’s deadliest air and your sorrows begin with “single aces who became fascinated with flying when he was just a boy, and as a Wow! I had no idea bringing a guy people” posing threat to your Well, categorically, a Facebook young man joined the German army and became part of their formidable into the picture, really my Face- relationship by actively engaging Romance could widely be divided air force wing. Along with his best friend Werner Voss (Til Schweiger), the book picture but evidently into themselves in FB activities with into two chunks. One that started two fly in a squadron and during the course of the war, live through many my life, was making such a grand your significant other. before the two people started us- air battles together. Both the aces have a great talent for aerial battle and statement. ing Facebook and the other that is also a sense of honor and fair play, and these cohorts often pay tribute to lIf you change your info back to be- Facebook-borne. And today, since And so, just like that, I believe I fallen opponents by dropping wreaths over the wreckage of their planes. ing “single” only to garner attention. it’s almost next to being a retard if During the opening scene of the movie, the two friends fly past a burial accidently had me starring in one one does not hold a Facebook ac- of the many “Facebook Romances” lAnd just when people start ceremony in honor of a British ace whose plane they had downed while empathizing with you, you decide count and the first sentence people the shocked family and well wishers look towards the sky in utter disbelief. that exists out there. So what are utter to someone they like is “Can the features of this Fromance? to patch up right away – which is During the course of the battle, the men discover a Canadian pilot, all fine, really, until you start going I add you on Facebook?,” this world Read on to find out. had better be prepared for some Capt. Roy Brown (Joseph Fiennes), who has been stranded in German back and forth to being single and territory. The two then rescue the fallen enemy pilot by flying him out You know you’re caught up in a in a relationship, which befalls a flop serious Fromance and more Fro- Fromance when... mancers in the days to come. in their own plane rather than leave an enemy soldier to die, and while Fromance. bringing him to safety Manfred meet Käte Otersdorf (Lena Headey), a lThe obvious one – If your profile So there you go, these Fromancers Yes, the Facebook-borne romance military nurse who has devoted her life to helping those wounded by info reads “in a relationship with so sure give people a reason to envy progresses very rapidly because war. Manfred becomes deeply infatuated with Käte, but while she is also and so.” (in a good way) when they seem to what would ordinarily have taken taken with him, she cannot abide his open embrace of the blood sport be happy and gossip about when several dates can be obtained at of war, and even as he becomes one of Germany’s most decorated lIf you’ve uploaded photos featur- they’re not. a glance of the potential partner’s pilots, downing countless enemy planes, he comes to understand the ing your “couple-dom;” a more FB page. This, people from the old true horror of war and the consequences of his actions. powerful statement made if it’s put And because Fromance can be a school dating era may claim as up as the display picture, apparently. little more superficial than real having no charm, to which I say it’s The last scene of the movie has The Red Baron meeting Capt. Brown lIf you’ve started filling the walls of romance of real world with the a fast world. Hell the world could one last time. your partner with declarations of couple being aware of constant see an end next year, why waste our If you thought only the Americans and the British could make good your abounding love, to which the public scrutiny, I assume they could valuable time on wrong people? Fro- fighter pilots, this movie should make you want to change your mind. singletons’ reactions could range cast as new age soap operas any mance is definitely the way to go. !

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4479488 The Tantra Garden 7 Baluwatar chef @ play Restaurant Lounge Bar Wednesday Reggae & BBQ night. 4429903 Jazz Upstairs Thamel, Chetrapati Lazimpath, Kathmandu BBQ every Friday & Live Jazz-Wednesday/ Saturday, Live Music every Saturday Live Blues day by Inhouse band, 4416983 4257171 Malingo Restro Bar & Crab Gairikhet Gazal Garden Court Restaurant – Sandeep Khatri Durbarmarg, Kathmandu, & Bar Each Friday- Gazal Nights, Every Friday Live BBQ 4244557 with Dance Party 10am to e often compare our cuisine to Thai/Chinese but without the Neon Pub 10pm, Bhatbhateni Marg, Kathmandu, 4436318 seafood variation. Seafood is something that does not exist in 7 Thamel. Live Band every our ethnic diet, or does it? We may be a landlocked nation but Tamarind Restro & Bar day. 4700642 Station BBQ(Make your Pulchowk, Patan. Every Friday we have Old Lhasa Restaurant & Bar own BBQ) we still get fresh water fish and crabs which make up for what unplugged acoustic bands. Thamel. Live music on Live Jazz by Inner W Friday. 984932488 Groove Every we don’t have in terms of strictly seafood. Wednesday, Free WiFi, Jhamsikhel, 5522083 The fresh water bodies that dot our landscape provide us with a variety of fish. Think about it - all of us love stopping at the local food stops lined along the highway, be it at Dolalghat on the Arniko Highway or Malekhu on the Prithivi Raj Marga, disregarding the hygiene factor. Children in villages love fishing for crabs during the rice plantation season. My cousins and I would fish for crabs and after a day’s work we would pop them into the open fire and sit around waiting for the crabs to cook. Once ready, we would dip the crabs into salt and chilli and enjoy barbecued crabs. food Nepali crabmeat is actually considered one of the finest and the most bites exotic of meat varieties in the culinary world. The meat tastes amazing no matter how you cook it. My father’s creation, Crab Gairikhet, was first served 14 years ago at the first ever Nepali fine dining restaurant in Hong Kong. He being my inspira- Nirnaya Da’ NSK tion and motivation, I share his recipe with you. Singer The best part about crab is that it may have a hard shell from outside but once blanched and peeled, they have great texture and feel which could be - Mannat Shrestha played with our rich spices. The texture of crab is softer than broiler chicken and its fiber meat absorbs the spices well when shredded. There are hun- dreds of restaurants in Asia and other continents which boast of crabmeat We hear you are fond of now despite the temptation I have on their menus. cooking, what do you like to to avoid it. cook the most? Thanks to seafood suppliers today, one can get frozen crabmeat which is I’m fond of cooking but its’ The first thing you look for in already cut and packed well. The only thing you have to do is defrost. Al- more like I like to watch ‘Hell’s a menu? though crabs are not new to our culture and look scary with their pincers Kitchen,’ ‘Man vs. food’ and other The design of the menu itself. and eyes, they have the softest of meats. My favorite is the crab salad with similar programs. Although I’m Then it has to be the spellings vinaigrette dressing. fond of cooking, I’m really bad at (laughs), just kidding. I guess it has to be the specials, what’s new and Tips it and it’s not my forte. interesting. But rarely do I order While deshelling the crabmeat, always use the back of a knife or any heavy Special family recipe that it as I usually have the same, start object to crush the shell. Once you blanch it, take it out and leave it in ice has been handed down? with French fries. water so it retains color and texture for long. Sel rotis at home, pickles and Anything ever disgusting in For the recipe to Crab Gairikhet visit www.fridayweekly.com.np stuff. My mom’s microwave chicken sukuti pickle will be passed your food? down to the future generations I guess it’s the regular stuff you to come. find sometimes - hair, plastic bits, small stones. Actually I found it at I am a foodie - always tempted to taste Is there anything you would a very popular place, I won’t tell new kinds of food. Crab Gairikhet by eat as a child that you would you though because they apolo- chef Sandeep Khatri was a very unique not eat today? gized. culinary experience. It was served with a I guess it has to be ice cream. bun, a good combination indeed. I found Though I love ice cream, I rarely For a Thakali meal? it to be healthy. This kind of dish will help have it nowadays because I catch Tukuche – it’s a great place, the you keep fit. cold whenever I have it. As a ambience is nice, the food is good, Nilima Sharma, MD, Nilima’s Studio of Fashion child it was a part of me, but and the service is also good. gourmet Fr!day Issue 64 | 27 April 2011 17

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ecluded from the sur- smoking chicken is losing the roundings by palatial juicy nature of the meat thanks 5 ws walls lavished with to the minimal amount of inher- Where’s it located? green creepers and a ent fat but the succulent bites Almost Patan Dhoka Third Eye Bakery Third Eye Restaurant S are a testimony to a good taste What to wear? Thamel, Kathmandu, 4701510 Thamel, Kathmandu, 4260289 huge black iron gate, a place stands oblivious to the sur- in selection. I’d prefer the let- Anything – no code is inappro- priate rounding traffic and to the eyes tuce with a lower dose of vin- Pla Neung Manao (Steamed fish with Stuffed Chicken Roast Rs 1500 of passers-by at a junction that egar, thank you very much, and Why drop in? Lemon Sauce, medium) Rs. 650 Barbeque galore, yum snacks leads to Patan Dhoka. The re- a more colorful presentation, if not aromatically diverse, would When to visit? cluse that goes by the name of Late lunch be welcome too. Undoubtedly Café Cheeno houses small tables How much to carry? indoors surrounded by hand- however, the salad has the po- A full meal for a loner comes at crafted Nepali goodies and a tency to induce an appetite. less than a thousand bucks. luscious garden brimming with The pasta served with grilled

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ooja International, the sole authorized distributor of Volk- swagen four-wheelers in Nepal, has introduced the Golf pre- mium hatchback, in Nepal. The Golf is a small family car n 18 April, Mega Bank Nepal Limited announced the formal inauguration of Pthat the company has been manufacturing since 1974. This its 12 branches. The formal inauguration was announced by Dr. Madan Kumar is the sixth model of Volkswagen cars being marketed in Nepal. The Dahal through a video presentation of each of the inaugurations. “Mega Bank Golf is a hatchback, but its size is closer to that of a sedan, which is committed to providing financial solutions to not just the top, middle or bot- translates into a compact but spacious four-wheeler. O tom of the pyramid, but to strive towards providing financial solutions and economic The Golf is equipped with a four-cylinder petrol engine. Al- linkage to the entire economic pyramid," stated the Chairman in a press statement is- though it comes in three variants- the Trendline, the Comfortline sued by the company. and the Sportline, Pooja International has launched the Golf Trend- The Bank commenced operations from 23 July 2010 and has already formed over 19,000 line for now, the most financially car amongst the three. With a dis- customer relationships and mobilized deposits in excess of Rs. 3.4 billion while disbursing placement of 1600 cc, the car can deliver a maximum of 75 KW @ loans over Rs. 4 billion. “The expansion of our branch network will enable us to further 5600 rpm and a maximum torque of 148 Nm @ 3800 rpm. The car enhance our customer base and business volume,” stated Anil Shah, Chief Executive. is loaded with a five-speed manual gear box. According to the com- All 12 branches have ATM services and are able to provide full service banking con- pany, the car can hit speeds up to 184 kmph and gives a mileage of nected to an on-line-real-time centralized network that uses the Oracle Flexcube core 12 kmpl in the city and 14 kmpl on the highway. banking system. Mega Bank is committed to providing the highest level of professional Golf is also equipped with all those security measurements that financial services with the unique Mega personal touch from all it Branches. (Anshu Khadka) are maintained by the company in all of its machines. Along with safety features, the Golf is equipped with so many features that people will be enthralled to know about them. The cars come with air bags. Pooja International provides is providing a two-year warranty GIZMO and GADGETS Miscellaneous 000 along with exchange facility and free accessories. on the Golf. The service centre is located at Balaju Industrial Estate, Spice Handsets CG Electronics Gift Offer Kathmandu. It is priced at Rs. 4.3 million. Teletalk Pvt. Ltd., the authorized CG Electronics, authorized Contact: Eastlink Motors, Lainchaur, 4427795,4441358 Contact: Pooja International, Pani Pokhari, 4006604, 4006005 distributor of spice mobile phones distributor of Onida in Nepal, has launched “Naya Barsha 2068 KIA Motors Exchange Ko Umanga, Onida Sanga” offer Continental Trading Enterprises, on the occasion of the New Year. the authorized distributor market insight As per the scheme, customers of Kia Motors for Nepal has will get a Rico rice cooker on started a vehicle exchange the purchase of a 22 or 32-inch program. The company is Here’s Golf TV, a T-shirt on the purchase of offering Kia Picanto in exchange a 14-inch slim TV and 14, 15 and for any other used car. The in Nepal has launched new CDMA 21-inch flat TVs, a Rico emergency Sarik Bogati company also promises and GSM phones in the market light on the purchase of a 21-inch ‘attractive valuation’ of the old Assistant Manager, Pooja International - Spice C3300 and M 5100. Spice Ultra slim TV, a spray iron on the vehicles brought for exchange. C3300 is a CDMA phone that purchase of a washing machine Pooja International, the authorized importer of Volkswagen has and an MWO cooking kit on the Contact: Continental Trading introduced another model Golf in Nepal. The Volkswagen Golf is a purchase of a microwave oven. Enterprises, Kia Plaza, Tinkune, 2054000 hatchback family car being produced since 1974 and is the third highest Contact: CG Electronics, Sanepa, selling car with over 27 million units sold worldwide. The car that was 5525039, 5525041 Kumari Auto Offer awarded the ‘Best Seller’ in the year 2002 is now set to hit the roads of Kumari Auto Centre at Gwarko Aishwarya Diamond Nepal. Sarik Bogati, Assistant Manager of Pooja International talks about height in Lalitpur has announced Shree Riddhi Siddhi Jewelers has an exchange offer on the the new car. introduced a new diamond brand occasion of the New Year 2068. comes with a wide range of features in the domestic market. The brand Volkswagen Golf promises “delivery of responsiveness and including a dustproof keypad, longer Under the offer, used cars of has been launched considering any brand can be exchanged economy”. Could you elaborate? battery life and one key access the demand for fresh designs, Volkswagen Golf has crossed 5 generations and the old ones are still in the to the FM radio. Likewise, the set with a new Chevrolet. The stated the company in a press company informed that other list of favorites of many; this proves the economy and durability. Volkswagen is also equipped with 65k color release. The statement added gives high priority to after sales service which boosts the responsiveness and display, 4.5 cm screen and 1800 vehicle-related services will the company would provide IGL also be available along with the confidence of the owner. mAH battery. The mobile phone & I quality certificate issued by can also be used as a modem to exchange. What sets Volkswagen Golf apart from the competition? the International Gemological connect to the internet. Spice M After all it’s Volkswagen! But to add more value, we have specially Laboratories and Institute. Contact: Kumari Auto Center, 5100 is a dual SIM phone with a 4 customized the auto for Nepalese road conditions with engine and Gwarko, 5542666, 5542777 GB expandable memory. The set Contact: Shree Riddhi Siddhi transmission guard including stone guard, high ground clearance and rough comes with inbuilt FM antenna and Jewelers, Bishal Bazaar, 4243184, Samsung Launches New road suspension. Golf has 1.6L Engine, ABS, seven Air Bags, Front Arm Rest, camera with a picture resolution of 4228104 Year Offer multifunction leather steering wheel and multifunction display plus. It crosses 640×480 pixels. Him Electronics, the authorized over the benchmark of full option cars available in the market. Toyota Exchange Offer marketer of Samsung electronic Spice C3300 is priced at Rs. 2490 Eastlink Motors, an exclusive Does this car give value for money? products for Nepal, has and Spice M 5100 is priced at Rs. dealer of Toyota Corolla and Rav No doubt Volkswagen Golf is owner driven car. Investing in Golf with launched special promotional 2890. 4 vehicles in Nepal, has announced German technology and finishing with more spacious interior will give the scheme for Samsung products its New Year scheme “Toyota New on the occasion of New Year self driving customer ultimate value. Customers get safety, comfort and an Contact: TeleTalk Pvt Ltd. Year Exchange Offer”. The offer amazing driving experience – it’s non quantifiable. (Anshu Khadka) Tripureswor, 4242546 2068. Under the “Samsung Ek includes a cash discount of Rs. 100, Size Thulo” offer, consumers bazaar Fr!day Issue 64 | 27 April 2011 19 cool bargains Good Morning Offer Big Mart at the city center, after the huge success of ‘Rocking Holi, Shocking Offer,’ has brought in another exciting offer for its purchasing Samsung products from customers. The store has launched ‘Good morning offer’ which the dealers of Him Electronics will entitles morning-time shoppers to discounts. Customers with receive a scratch coupon through privilege cards will now get additional discounts on shopping over which they can receive the immediate Rs 1000 between 10 am to 2 pm. Contact: Big Mart, City Centre, next bigger size (in volume) of the 4212664 product they have purchased. “If in Glitterati case the next bigger size is not available, then the consumer is entitled to a discount Sale at Sphinx of 25 percent on the Maximum Retail A multi branded store for men Price (MRP), said the press statement. Also, & women at NIC City Centre customers can receive a sure shot prize has announced 50% discount on that includes either a cash prize, or a Timex watch (Model No. T56371 or T2M843) or a branded wears. Samsung DVD player (Model No. C350), all Contact: Sphinx, City Centre, available from the scratch coupon itself. Kamal Pokhari, 4011755 Contact: Him Electronics, 4250001, [email protected] Store One Sale Himstar’s Offer Store One at Durbar Marg, which is a multi-brand showroom, Him Electronics, the authorized distributor of Himstar consumer electronics for Nepal, is offering 35 percent discount offer on a wide range of has launched new promotional scheme called branded attires. The store is offering discounts on men’s “Himstar Roll Goti Roll” on the occasion suits, sportswear, accessories, ladies outfits, shoes and kids of New Year 2068. Under the scheme, with wear, among others. Both men’s and women’s shoes are being every purchase of Himstar TV, refrigerator and offered at 15 to 35 percent discount, kids wear at 20 percent deep freezer, customers will get a scratch card discount, ladies handbag at 20 percent discount, sportswear at which has two dices, and consumers getting 15 percent discount. stars in both the dices will win a 26 inch LCD iamonds are a woman’s best friend for she would give away Ladies top - Buy 2 get 1 free! TV as the bumper prize and other prizes like anything for a small piece of that shiny stone. Women are Contact: Store One, Durbar Marg, 4223555, 4223777 5.1 woofer, DVD, induction cooker, or CFL. fascinated by the sparkling stone – a fascination that never Contact: Him Electronics, 4250001, fades away. There has always been a certain mystique about Sale at Dhukuti [email protected] D Nike these gorgeous gemstones – perhaps because of the process that Dhukuti brings to you a grand Up to 20% off on DKNY and Standard Chartered’s New they go through to make them one of the most desired commodi- sale on different products such Armani watches Scheme ties in the world. Diamonds are made of ordinary everyday carbon as knitwears, ceramics, felt items, 30% off on CK and DKNY Standard Chartered Bank has introduced wooden products and textile items. a special scheme on the occasion of New but the way in which that carbon is transformed into a diamond is sunglasses Discounts range from 10% to Contact: Nike Showroom, Year. According to a press release issued by anything but ordinary. the bank, it has reduced the interest rate on 20%. Be there and cash in on the Durbar Marg, 229835 home and auto loans for a limited period of Classic Diamond Jewelers – a jewelry house dealing in locally opportunity! two months. “Customers can get home and produced designs – is organizing a jewelry show in the city. The auto loans at 13.5 percent per annum, for two exposition being held at Hotel Yak and Yeti will showcase the- For promotions and listings, write to months”, read the statement. [email protected] matic jewelry categorized under casual wear, cocktail and bridal POST US Tel: 5011571 Contact: Standard Chartered Bank, New themes. Classic is also conducting an exhibition of diamond jew- Baneshwor, 4782333, 4783753 Note: The details provided in the listings are tentative and are subject to change. elry at its showroom in Pulchowk on 17 April. During the six day Big Mart’s New Scheme exhibition, Classic is offering a 15 percent discount on diamond Big Mart department store at City Centre, Kamal Pokhari, has announced a new consumer jewelry. The show will feature some of the finest collections of scheme “Naya barshako umanga, Big Mart ko colored stone studded ornaments. There will be a showcase 14 de- shopping ma sabai chhan danga”. As per the signs in casual wear and cocktail segment and 15 sets in the bridal scheme, the company has announced a discount of 5-25 percent on a number of products. The wear segment. scheme will last till 29 April 2011. Classic Diamond Jewelers have been selling a wide variety of Contact: Big Mart, City Center, 4212664 diamond, gold and studded ornaments ranging from rings to ear- Gold Coin with TVS Bikes pieces, necklaces and crowns among others. Diamond ornaments CG Automobiles, the sole authorized at Classic are priced at Rs. 3500 for a diamond ring to Rs. 2 million distributor of TVS motorbikes and scooters and beyond for necklaces. for Nepal, has launched a special consumer promotion on the occasion of New Year Contact: Classic Diamond Jewelers, Harihar Bhawan, Pulchowk, 2068. A press statement issued by the 5546462, 5546463 (Anshu Khadka) company stated that the scheme offered a sure shot prize of a 3gm gold coin with every purchase of a TVS motorbike or scooter. market insight Contact: CG Automobiles, Jhamsikhel, 5547165, 5547166 Designer Diamond Deals Grilled Chicken Kathmandu Grilled Chicken, healthy & Amir Maharjan tasty grilled chicken cooked with rotisserie technique, was inaugurated in Saleways Executive Director, Classic Diamond Jewelry premises in Maharajgunj. “The A gem of a stone, diamond is the adornment you can never have Kathmandu Grilled Chicken is being run enough of. 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