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In Heaven– Yukta Bajracharya

oes the paradox of the name intrigue you? If so, the event will intrigue you even more. Yak & Yeti’s trademark event which started back in 2000 is here to carry its legacy of sinful fun on Dthe eve of a brand new year. Unlimited imported drinks and a lavish buffet offering a delectable combination of Indian, Chinese, Continental and popular Nepali cuisines are on offer at a minimum fixed price per person. You can enjoy all this with your friends or family amidst psychedelic lights and groovy beats from DJ Varun of MTV Roadies 2.0 Fame. Every year, Yak & Yeti brings home internationally acclaimed DJs for this event. This year DJ Varun will be the music maker. The cynosure of the musical culture in Kolkata, DJ Varun has been spinning enthralling beats with flawless finesse for over 5 years now. The event which initially was targeted at young working executives has, over the years, found its popularity amongst teenagers as well Photo Courtesy: Surendra Thakuri, Hotel Yak & Yeti as the middle-aged. Last year, some 1400 people attended ‘Sinners in Heaven’ and this year, the organizers are expecting the turn out to be even larger. Join the fun-lover’s crowd inside ‘The Regal Ballroom’ of Hotel Yak & Yeti and dance 2010 away! Start a brand new year by feasting, drinking, dancing and rejoicing with the ones you love. Bhatbhateni Super Market, Bhatbhateni ‘The Regal Ballroom’, Hotel Yak& Yeti - the place to be on New Year’s Eve. page3 make your statement just asking What is the most played song in your iPod? — Mannat Shrestha

NUZHAT QAZI, SANYUKTA TIMSINA, Stylist & Fashion Designer The most played song in my iPod Miss Nepal 2nd Runner up is “Stereo Love” by Edward Maya. 2010 I really don’t know the I think it has one of those tunes name of songs that that effortlessly gets into your There are so many songs I have been recently system. The vibes from it is just so that I listen to but I guess playing the most in my calm and soothing. I also listen to “Stereo Love” by Edward iPod. I have a few ramp it mainly because it relates with Maya is in my most played music that my friend a special moment. This makes me list. I think the melody is re- had downloaded and like it even more. ally catchy and it is my favor- since I’m arranging for a ite dance songs of all time. It fashion show, these DJ JD SHRESTHA, just helps me feel stress free tunes are definitely in Managing Director an adds a holiday touch. my most played list. Lifestyle Enterprises Pvt. Ltd

Well I have assorted taste in music. I don’t really stick to one genre. Recently “Aas Paas Khuda” from the movie Anjaana Anjaani RAJU SINGH, has been playing the most in my DJ RENASHA RAI, iPod. I must say listening to sufi Choreographer music by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is I play the song “Madalu” also very soothing. almost every day in my I love all kind of songs. iPod. I have composed Usually my iPod is play- this song myself and it is ing my favorite classics VINAY SHRESTHA, a mixture of madal and like “Nothing’s Gonna Actor house music. I’m planning Change My Love For You” to compose a music video by George Benson, and for this song as well. Since “Merein Duniya Hain” by I need a concept, I listen to Sonu Nigam. it the most right now. page3 Fr!day Issue 48 | 30 December, 2010 - 5 January, 2011 5

What: Amar Jyoti Foundation Where: The New Era Institute, Battisputali Spotted: Dr. Niti Rana, Binod Tuladhar, Kamal Tuladhar, Durgesh Man Singh

What: Christmas at Radisson Where: Radisson Hotel, Lazimpat Radisson Hotel put up extragavant dinners at its restaurants which saw varieties of dishes ranging from mouth watering BBQs to exotic desserts. Not to forget the in house Santa and gingerbread houses!

What: Kutumba and Albatross Collaboration Where: 1905, Kantipath A true treat to music lovers - the What: Laxmi Cares Charity Movie collaboration of Kutumba and Albatross. What Screening more could we have asked for on Christmas? Where: QFX cinemas, The Civil Mall Spotted: Subodh Das Shrestha, Suman Joshi, Euden Koirala The fun of watching a comedy movie with the satisfaction of helping the needy - an initiative by Laxmi Cares.

What: Telling a Tale Book Launch Where: Nepal Tourism Board, Exhibition Road Spotted: Sanjeev Uprety, Rinchin Yonzon, Abhi Subedi The launching of the book that tells the tales of women and ventures to bring out the true meaning of feminity. letenter the good times begin tainment

he most important issue this professing that he will see through City’s position for the top four Boxing Day was the weather. his contract? Looks like the unrest place which Mancini seems pretty Thankfully the big freeze that could have been the remuneration confident of attaining. A win Tsaw all but three EPL fixtures package. In the latest football terms, epl diaries for Villa would save them from played last week, was a bit tame and he did a Rooney on them. One can the threat of relegation. They only 2 games got postponed this only guess the number of zeros that currently are 4 points adrift of time round. ‘Tis definitely the season have been added to his weekly wages. the drop zone. Liverpool finally to be merry. There are power play on Wednesday after being packed matches all week. The end of Today I wish to salute Sir Alex Fer- outplayed by Newcastle 2 weeks the festive period should show who gusson, who last week became the ago, Roy would relish a win to is on top of their game and which longest serving manager of Man- safeguard his job. Been a while team still needs to improve to miss chester United, after surpassing the for him. Joe Cole, who was the drop. The sack race should also record set by Sir Matt Bugsby of 24 touted to be THE bargain signing be rekindled, depending on the way years, 1 month and 14 days. So far , unfortunately is no where near the teams perform. Grant is safe for he has won the club 2 Champions Boxing his potential. With Rafael getting now, he has been given an ultimatum League titles, 11 premiere league the sack from Inter, one hears by the owners to win the 3 games titles and 5 FA cup among others. he is back in Liverpool for the of the festive season. West Ham won holidays. Wonder why? After the the first convincingly, with Cole net- The week’s festivities started with game at the Emirates, Chelsea ting a brace against a disjointed Ful- Man United seeing off Sunderland would be testing their mettle ham. They face Everton at home on who were without 7 first choice play- against this season’s surprise Tuesday. Mark Hughes on the other ers. Their star player Danny Welbeck package, Bolton Wanderers. West hand has a problem in the team, he was ineligible to play as he is on loan Ham entertain Everton. Will it be needs wins to avoid the drop. Fulham from United. Talks are on to make win number two for Grant? With FC this season is a shell in compari- the move permanent; he would be one more to go? Man United are son to last season. Aston Villa lost to used as lightweight for the signing away at Birmingham, who have the Spurs, thanks to a brace by Van of Jordan Henderson, a youngster — Dr. Banu Sharma had a week’s rest due to their De Vaart. Man City won their game with a lot of promise at Sunderland. Boxing Day game being put off. at St James Park, Tevez is back to his United so far have had just one The last game of this match week kickoffDay at the Emirates was won by of flak for postponing the game a full scoring best. The bombshell of last win in 7 away games, the 6 being was Arsenal hosting Chelsea. History Arsenal. First time they beat a top 27 hours prior to kickoff, in spite of week when he gave in his transfer shows it as a definite 3 points for draws. Pressure there on the request was a thing of the past. He team, eg United and Chelsea in the the stadium having under-soil heating. players to deliver the full points. the Blues, but their recent form and last 10 meeting. Chelsea need to withdrew it after talks with the own- results show the points are up for First half of the season thus ends get back and start all over again; the Ariel photographs taken over Lon- ers. Rumours were rife about him grabs. The game got underway in with Boxing Day matches. But blow may be too much for Ancelotti. don, during the day of the cancel- moving to Spain or Chelsea, so much not so freezing conditions. None of since last week’s scoreboard Will he be the next manager to get lation show a very green Stamford READ so, it was said that someone from his looked like this, snow 1- football READ the players were sporting the latest the sack? The win has strengthened Bridge in stark contrast to the camp had sent SAF an SOS to take football fashion accessory, snoods. 0, the clamor for a winter break their claim for the top spot, even white of the city. him back! So what happened? One Trend setters are Man City players; as in the European leagues gains day he is so miserable that he wants though they trail United who has a more strength. The thought of no most clubs have banned the item - it game more in hand. The postpone- to leave ASAP, then after sitting for is not very sportsmanlike. The late Conspiracy theories abound, one football for two weeks! But for talks, he is all happy to be playing and ments will prove detrimental to the can only guess why it happened! the time being, enjoy the football EAT teams, especially at the tail end of the From the time this article goes bonanza on TV, but a lot of late season, where the games are going READ for print and then to the stands, nights too, as games continue un- to come in strong and steadily with the clubs would have played an til the ungodly hour of 3:15 am! games in Europe, and FA games and additional game. The midweek playoffs. There will be burnout, or matches, six matches on Tuesday And after staying up this late, worse injury. Managers will have to 28 December, and 3 on Wednesday all for the sake of the game, my bring about a winning rotation strat- GET HOOKED 29 December. The important ones team should definitely win ! egy. The snowed-in game between would have been the teams fighting Chelsea and Man United has been against relegation and of course the penciled in for 1st March just before top honors. Aston Villa the second leg of the CL group of 16 go to Manchester City, knock out games. Chelsea drew a lot tough game. A win over Villa would strengthen EAT friday NOW SHOWING pick

Toonpur Ka Superhero Chocolat— Prasanna K.C. Aditya (Ajay Devgan) a reel life hero, Chocolat is a chocolaty and one conservative French town, Runtime: 2 hrs. 1 min. accidentally lands in hell of a romantic movie based set in its ways, where lace Year of release: 2000 the world of cartoons on the novel of the same name curtains are meant for Starring: Juliette Binoche, Johnny Depp, Judi Dench, Alfred Molina and transforms into a by Joanne Harris directed by peering through to see Director: LasseHallström real life hero. Lasse Hallström. Adapted by what the neighbors are Cast: Ajay Devgan, Kajol GET HOOKED screenwriter Robert Nelson up to and social pressure Director: Kireet Khurana Jacobs, Chocolat tells the story is wielded like a cudgel to If you aren’t convinced enough Piranha 3d of a young mother, played by Ju- maintain the status quo. to watch this movie, here’s the After a sudden liette Binoche, who arrives at the clincher - Johnny Depp plays a Ek Din Ek Raat However, looming before the underwater tremor fictional, repressed French village gypsy that anchors in town and newcomers is Comte de Reynaud sets free scores of 24 hours is all Utsav of Lansquenet-sous-Tannes with goes on to become Vianne’s the prehistoric man- and his friends get to her six-year-old daughter. They (Alfred Molina), the overbearing, love interest. eating fish, an unlikely prove their side of the then proceed to rent a vacant self-righteous, rigidly judgmental story, in this thrilling Movie lovers be careful - you group of strangers patisserie from crusty, cranky old mayor of the town. He not only and suspenseful movie. could gain ten pounds just must band together Amande Voizin (Judi Dench) and finds a chocolaterie per se to be to stop themselves Cast: Diya Maskey, Vinay suspect, but one that would dare watching the goings-on in this from becoming fish Shrestha, Pooja Lama, Karma, open a chocolaterie. Anup Baral, Prabesh Giri, to open during Lent, to be damned. movie: chocolate swirled, choc- food for the area’s Menuka Pradhan and Jasper Based in a small town in France and Reynaud, a bully who has the local olate shaped, chocolate dipped, new razor-toothed Neupane populated with characters whose priest under his thumb, proceeds to milk chocolate, bittersweet residents. Director: Dev Kumar Shrestha accents are from all over the map, do all he can to insure the failure chocolate, filled chocolate, Cast: Elisabeth Shue, Internet connetion Richard Dreyfuss and Jerry Chocolat transcends place. There is a of the new venture. Thus, the battle steaming cups of hot chocolate O’ConnelL universal ring of truth to the small, lines are drawn. and chocolate cake. ! SubscribeSubscribe toto FoFoodod vouchersvouchers worwortthh RRss 550000 worth Rs 565 or Calling Card Director: Alexandre Aja www.qfxcinemas.com, 4442220 for one year @ Rs 800 ffromrom KKFCFCCP oorr PPizzaiiHzza HHut worth Rs 500

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ART The Maoist conflict in our country MISCELLANEOUS has savaged Nepal into bits and pieces. Serendipity The period of conflict has been a The Merry Menu Party On, Nepal! Opening Date: 19 December nightmare for many children, especially Opening Date: 24 December (Friday) (Sunday) in the rural areas where, they were Closing Date: 31 December (Friday) Closing Date: 4 January (Tuesday) either forced to join the Maoist forces Venue: Café Mitra, Thamel artyNepal is synonymous with the hip and happening events that take place Time: 10 am to 5 pm or tricked into it. Jay, Narbahadur and 4259015, cafemitra.kathmandu@ all over Kathmandu. A pioneer event management company, PartyNepal has Venue: Srijana Art College of Fine Sukmaya are three of those children gmail.com been in this business for seven successful years. P Arts, Lazimpat, 4412634 who have lived the horror of going Celebrate the last days of 2010 with underground with the Maoists. They This New Year, PartyNepal seems to have pulled out all the stops. They’re LASAANA is organizing an exhibition the Café Mitra Family. They’re closing were only 12 then. Working with organizing 5 events in various parts of town, where people can have a great time of print art works, which artists have down from 1 January, and though British filmmaker Tassia Kobylinska, feasting and having fun, dancing away 2010 and welcoming 2011. From booking been working on for the past few they may be back in March, you’ll each of them directed and produced bands such as Aastha for one party and organizing another one that includes the weeks. Join this exhibition and be still have a long wait. If you think a short film about their lives and the singing belles Samriddhi, Smriti, Shanti, Swornim and even BurcaYilmaz, an exotic awe inspired by these works of art. you’ll really miss its food then this circumstances which led to them belly dancer, PartyNepal has only the best in store for you. One of their parties is your last chance to have it. Chef joining up. Join the launch of Through where they have joined hands with OMG Events is slated to be the biggest party Winter Art Mohit has prepared an exquisite 4 Our Eyes, produced by Roving Eye K-Town has ever seen where guests get to dance with the winners of Mega Opening Date: 19 December course meal that you do not want to in collaboration with CWIN-Nepal, Model themselves. Whichever party you choose to go to it’s sure to be a fun affair. (Sunday) miss. Celebrate your Christmas and and you’ll be able to step into these Choose from any one of these listed below and you’re sure to be at the most hip Closing Date: 24 January (Monday) New Year at this venue, and go on a children’s shoes and actually know the and happening place in town this New Year! Time: 11 am to 5 pm gastronomic journey that ends on a horrors they had to face. Venue: Kathmandu Contemporary very happy note. Arts Centre (KCAC), Jhamsikhel The Nepali Scene 5521120 Price of Non-Veg Set Menu: Rs.2, 750 Date: 30 December (Thursday) (All Taxes Included) Time: 3 pm onwards Venue: Martin Chautari, Thapathali Price of Veg Set Menu: Rs.2, 200 (All Taxes Included) Watch the four documentaries Qs Today’s Man, by Asok Adhikari; Note: A person gets to choose 1 dish Democracy is Black, by Anup Poudel; from each course. with Robin Haircut, by Abhimanyu Dixit; and Sitoula Bhando, by Deepa Pandey and Rejoice! It’s Lohsar! discuss these movies afterwards. Date: 30 December (Thursday) Director, PartyNepal.com Pvt. Ltd Time: 1 pm to 7 pm Warm up your winter by gazing at Ek Din Ek Raat Release Venue: Insomnia Lounge Bar, Durbar 3 the wondrous art works on display Date: 30 December (Thursday) marg by talented artists like Japanese Time: 5:30 pm onwards 9841953076, 9803035876, Where’s the Party, Tonight? artists: Yuki Shirai and Makoto Venue: Jai Nepal Hall, Kamalpokhari 9841146146 PartyNepal has been organizing the best events in Kathmandu for the past Kageyama and Nepali artists: Ragini Upadhyay-Grela, Erina Tamrakar, BIG WOW, in association with seven years. Not surprisingly this event management company is planning Pramila Bajracharya, Sunita Rana, Quixotic Nepal and E-plus Event is to usher in 2011 with a bang, with five fabulous events. We caught up with Sangee Shrestha, Bidhata KC and presenting the ‘Lohsar Dance Party’, Robin Sitoula regarding PartyNepal’s plans. Chandra Shrestha. where you can let your hair down Free Entry and simply celebrate the Tamu Lohsar. PartyNepal is organizing five events to celebrate New Year’s Eve. How Dance away your day as DJ Prajwal, do you plan to make sure that all these events run smoothly? DJ Niral, DJ Sumit, DJ Sync and We make sure that both of the new years (BS and AD) get the best of FAIR/EXPO resident DJ Mandy, brings the very PartyNepal; hence our team has been organizing multiple events during best of R&B, commercial Hip-Hop, both these occasions as well as during some other special days. When we Festive Flower Fair electronic and even House music to organize multiple events, we make sure that all of them run smoothly by Opening Date: 24 December the dance floor. This party will surely organizing our manpower and using our experience and working as a team. (Friday) What can happen within 24 hours? wow you. Be there! Closing Date: 4 January 2011 Utsav (Vinay Shrestha) has to prove This year too, we have already planned as to how we are going to organize Celebrating Talent everything, so all of the events should run smoothly. (Tuesday) his side to a story in Ek Din Ek Raat. Time: 10 am to 6 pm Directed by Dev Kumar Shrestha and Opening Date: 1 January 2011 How are the events you’ve organized this year different from each other? Venue: Chameli Nursery, Jhamsikhel produced by Nirmal Ratna Shakya, (Saturday) This year all of our events are a bit different from each other according to 5522560 this one-of-a-kind movie is about a Closing Date: 31 January 2011 the venue and the crowd we are expecting.We have a fashion and glamour team of friends who are on a quest to (Monday) themed party at 1905, while at Cube the band Aastha is all set to play after Buy a flower a day, and you’ll be helping prove that a road accident is not due Time: 11 am to 4 pm a 2 year gap. At Moksh, this New Year is going to be all about woman power children that are victims of cancer. At to mismanaged traffic, like most believe, Venue: Art of Living, New Baneshwor with 4 female singers serenading guests and BurcaYilmaz, a belly dancer from this flower fair being organized by the but due to an unseen, supernatural Centre Turkey, performing. And at Royal Alina’s and Tamas, different DJ’s are all set to Chameli Nursery and AD-Venture power. Starring Diya Maskey, Vinay 9803039750 rock the house with their music. Each event is different, and if you know the Advertising, every flower you buy Shrestha, Pooja Lama, Karma, Anup counts. So go ahead and give that Bal Utsav – Celebrating Talent, is an party scene in Nepal, then you can surely make out that each event is special. Baral, Prabesh Giri, Menuka Pradhan initiation of the youth club “YES! Club beautiful flower special someone and and Jasper Neupane, the film is With so much competition from other event management companies, along with that person, you’ll be making World – Nepal” and Nepal Children’s speculated to be a megahit and an organization, along with the cooperation how do you plan to maintain the standard of the crowd at parties you a lot more people smile. unusual treat for all movie junkies. organize? Free Entry of Direction Nepal (DECC). The camp Though there are many other talented people and organizations competing Music by Manaraja Nakarmi & Firoj has been organized to celebrate the with us, PartyNepal already has a faithful following which follow most of Bajracharya is simply enthralling, with a talents of children and youth aged 8 years to 18 years. The categories our parties. This time we have made sure that the theme at each of the 5 MOVIES range of music from the typical Nepali venues is organized according to the type of crowd that will be there. This to death metal. The songs from the for the performances are: Singing way we ensure a standard crowd at all the venues. Besides this, we’re also Through Our Eyes movie can also be set as Caller Ring (Solo Performance), Dancing (Solo launching big projects such as PartyNepal Outdoors and also tying up with Date: 30 December (Thursday) Back Tone. A presentation by Cinema Performance), Instrumental Music international event management companies abroad so that we can serve the Time: 3 pm onwards Nepal Entertainment Pvt. Ltd, the film (Solo Performance) and Arts & Crafts Nepali communities living abroad. (Shreeya Joshi) Venue: Dhokaima Café, Patan Dhoka is all set to release on 31 December, (Painting/ Drawing). Parents also have the www.rovingeyefilm.co.uk, info@ 2010. Visit http://www.cinema-nepal. privilege of performing along with their rovingeyefilm.co.uk com/ekdinekraat for more information. children, except for the arts category. events Fr!day Issue 48 | 30 December, 2010 - 5 January, 2011 9

NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS A Grand New Year Nishanta Gauchan and Double XL’s and start the New Year’s on a high, Venue: Radisson Hotel, Lazimpat beats as they beat box. DJ USB and DJ scrumptious and delightful note! 4411818, 4423888, [email protected] Raag will also be putting out their best to get you grooving into the New Year. Rock Aloud Here is a list of events being hosted at Venue: La Soon Restro and Bar, the Radisson Hotel, which you surely do A Rocking New Year Pulchowk not want to miss: Date: 31 December (Friday) Time: 6 pm onwards Enjoy a scintillating New Year’s Eve with Time: 7 pm onwards Ticket Price: Rs. 300 A New Beginning 1. Date: 31 December (Friday) a wide variety of toothsome delicacies Venue: The Factory, Mandala Street, Venue: Hyatt Regency Kathmandu Time: 7 pm onwards Positive Vibes presents ‘MC Dowell and rocking performances by ‘Niva-The Thamel 4491234 Venue: Radisson Banquets Platinum Rockers Nite Out’. What Himalayan Rockers’. Join this party, where there are 2 venues but better reasons do you need for First comes Christmas, and then comes Get grooving into 2011 with the Club 11’ Ticket: Rs.2,500 + taxes per person 1 outrageous party! In the restaurant, MTV celebration than the occasion of New Year! Celebrate New Year at the theme party. Let down your hair and get (inclusive of welcome drink and Int’l award winner Nina Dioz has come all the New Year’s Eve 2011? La Soon Hyatt Regency at the events they’ve down on the dance floor as you listen to the organized: buffet dinner) way from Mexico to make sure you have a features Wabash!, Cannon Ball, club thumping music by DJ’s from Bangkok as grand New Year. She’ll be entertaining you Modesty, DXXL,DJ E-man and beat 1. Date: 31 December (Friday) 3. Date: 31 December (Friday) well as KTM. And treat yourself to the dances along with Nepsydaz as well as DJ NVN boxer by Nishant. Bring out the Time: 7 pm onwards Time: 6:30 pm onwards by the Sensual Thai Dancing troupe which and DJ Saroj. In the terrace you’ll be able rocker in you this New Year’s Eve! will surely throw you off your feet. And all of Celebrate the beginning of a new year Venue: The Chimney Restaurant, Hotel to dance to the tunes of DJ BPM, Anduan Yak &Yeti this is for just Rs.3,333 per person. (Mexico) and DJ Meera (Israel). Bend it Like Bollywood! with a five-course dinner and a glass Venue: Mega Malhar, Soaltee of champagne for Rs.4,999 at the Rox An exquisite 5 course candle-lit dinner 2. Date: 31 December (Friday) Gala Gala Crowne Plaza, Soaltee Mode Restaurant. and an enchanting evening awaits you at Time: 6 pm onwards Venue: The Dwarika’s Hotel, Battisputali Time: 8 pm onwards Venue: Splash Bar and Grill 2. Date: 31 December (Friday) the Chimney Restaurant. Time: 8 pm onwards Ticket Price: Rs. 6,999 per person Bring in the New Year by enjoying a Ticket Price: Rs. 5,300 plus 10% service and Rs. 12,000 for a couple. Time: 7 pm onwards Ticket: Single - Rs 3,000 +taxes lavish buffet dinner spread at the Splash charge (single) and Rs. 10,000 plus 10% (Tickets are inclusive of Free Flow of Couple - Rs.5,000 +taxes A glass of sparkling wine and a New Bar and Grill. service charge (couple) 4479488 Antiquity, Carlsberg Beer, Invenieo Year’s Eve buffet that costs Rs. 3,500 at The French New Year Wine, snacks and Lavish International Cafe is the perfect place for you to be 3. Date: 1 January 2011 (Saturday) Treat your ears with live fusion music at by Date: 31 December (Friday) Buffet)4273999 when you chime in the New Year. Time: 7 pm onwards the Poolside, a festive New Year’s dinner Time: 6 pm onwards Venue: The Corner Bar as well as dancing and live music played by Soaltee Crowne Plaza in association Venue: Délices de France, Ganesh Man 3. Date: 1 January 2011 (Saturday) ‘Dinesh Rai and the Sound Minds’. with Antiquity brings you a complete Building, Thamel Groove into a festive spirit as you enjoy Time: 7 pm onwards Bollywood Dhamaka. Join in this 4260326, [email protected] lively live music, delectable bar bites and Enjoy a New Year’s Day Brunch with a Dinner at the Garden of Dreams Bollywood party with nonstop dance an a la carte menu for Rs.600 (single) Venue: The Kaiser Café live band at the Café Terrace for just This New Year’s Eve, get the best in performances from by Bollywood and Rs.999 (couple). Time: 6 pm to 11:30 pm Rs. 1,800. ambience, food and music by joining dancers and musical performances Ticket Price: Rs. 1700 plus 10% service Délices de France. The music by Hari Euphoria by the vivacious Indian Idol 3 finalist Calling 2011 charge (single) and Rs. 3200 plus 10% Maharjan Project will surely blow you Date: 31 December (Friday) Ankita Mishra. Cherry on top, India’s Date: 31 December (Friday) service charge (couple) away, and as for the food, it’ll surely amaze Time: 6 pm onwards biggest pop sensation, AASMA, Time: 7:30 pm onwards Venue: Electric Pagoda, Thamel 4413217 will also be performing their chart Venue: Hotel Malla, Lainchaur you. Ask for the menu through mail. Feast inside the wonderful, romantic toppers and adding more scintillating Note: Reservations are strongly A brand new beat for a brand new year; sensations to the night. Celebrate the long gone year of 2010 and forget all your worries and just enjoy ambience of the Garden of Dreams bring in 2011 by enjoying models parade recommended. around in Nuzhat Qazi’s special Winter Collection. Be awed by the display of special fireworks and fire jugglers show. And dance to the tunes of DJANE B-Angel, PartyNepal Events DJ BMAN and DJ Keeran (Winner of the War of DJ). And that’s not all, for Rs.1,500, Mega Bash At the door tickets cost: Rs.799 New Year with Aastha remixes, you can get the best of you’ll also get an all you can eat buffet. Date: 31 December (Friday) (includes a Can of San Miguel) Date: Date: 31 December (Friday) all these music worlds by joining in at the dance party in Tamas. In Time: 7 pm onwards Ladies on a Mission Time: 7 pm onwards For passes contact 9841303816, Venue: 1905 Restaurant, Kantipath Venue: Cube,Kamaladi Zone 1, DJ $aakar and DJ Prince 9841340131. Date: 31 December (Friday) will be bringing the house down The last day of the year has to be huge! Time: 7 pm to 10 pm From pop to RnB and even rock, the band Party at the Yak with house and electro music while OMG Theme events and PartyNepal is Venue: Moksh, Jhamsikhel Aastha plays it all. This New Year’s Eve join DJ Newa, in Zone 2 will be playing Venue: Hotel Yak and Yeti uniting again to make the last day of 2010 the party where the amazing band is ready Go woman power! Join this crowd commercial and remixes that are 4248999, [email protected] and the new day of 2011, your best one to play into the night to entertain you. And as five ladies, bring in the New sure to get you grooving. So this ever. Join the biggest party of the year with NarenSudip in town, it promises to be 1. Date: 31 December (Friday) Year. Samriddhi, Smriti, Shanti and New Year’s Eve dance in 2011! where you can groove to DJ Sudan’s mixes an even more amazing affair. Join this party Time: 8pm onwards Swornim are ready to treat you and dance away the night with the Hair if you’re a fan of this band. The New Year Groove Venue: The Atrium and Regal Ballroom, with amazing songs and BurcuYilmaz and Care Mega Model Season 2 winners Date: 31 December (Friday) Hotel Yak & Yeti from Turkey, is ready to put on the Rashmita Maharjan, Prakriti Shrestha and Tickets: Rs.1,000 ( Includes a can of Time: 7 pm onwards best of her and show off her belly Dance with the devil at the 8th edition Pragati Gurung. Bring yourself good luck in Carlsberg/Red Bull or a glass of Invenio Venue: Royal Alina’s, Lazimpat dancing skills. Women – make sure of Sinners in Heaven. This year, you’ll be the coming year by joining in the Chinese Wine) you support your fellow girlfriends Join this party whereMingma Sherpa able to dance to the beats of DJ Varun lantern flying ceremony where you’ll be and attend this party. Men – There’ll Absolutely 2011 promises to serenades you with his from Kolkata and lift your spirit with able to say good bye to 100 Chinese be ladies all over the place, what Date: 31 December (Friday) live music and DJ Rupeshpromises unlimited International Seagram drinks lanterns as they fly through the night sky better reason to join this party than Time: 7 pm onwards to rock the house afterwards. and buffet dinner. and into the unknown. that? Venue: Tamas Spa and Lounge, Thamel Celebrate the coming of 2011 with Tickets: Rs. 2,200 per person Tickets: If taken before the 31 both music and dance at Royal Tickets: Rs.1,200 (Includes a drink and Whether you like house and electro, 2. Date: 31 December (Friday) December: Rs.599 (includes a Can of Alina’s. snack) or whether you like commercial and Time: 6:30 pm onwards San Miguel) Venue: The Sunrise Café eget morevents out of your weekends

the week that was event reviews of the past week Let’s Talk about ART, baby!

“I have been waiting for this exhibition for six years and this exhibition has been worth the wait,” opined Telling a Tale Sangeeta Thapa, curator at Siddartha Art Gallery, Baber Mahal Revisited. The Baber Mahal Revisited “ he stories in this book, that I’ve had courtyard was filled with people from all walks of life: the privilege to read, are personal artists, art enthusiasts, musicians, actors and other tales written by women for public people that were present for the inaugural of the Teyes.” Archana Thapa, the editor series of ARTivities by Sujan Chitrakar – ‘Let’s talk of Telling a Tale and director of Akshar about ART, baby!’ Creations Nepal told the audience on 26 December, at the Nepal Tourism Board The exhibition that opened on 17 December saw where the book was launched. actress Manisha Koirala as the chief guest. Expressing her gratitude in being a part of ‘Let’s talk about ART, Telling a Tale, is a book that consists of 31 baby!’ she revealed her passion for art and that personal narratives written by 31 modern she herself was learning to paint. Guitarist Nirakar Nepali women. Each tale in this book shows Yakthumba of 1974 AD commented that music that each of these women is unique. Archana Thapa describes the book as one that helps and art were basically the same things portrayed break the silence of women and instead turns them into articulations expressing the in different ways. Echoing other speakers, he also uniqueness of each individual woman. The stories have been written by women belonging emphasized on the importance to talk about art and to all walks of life. Some of them are names that have already become quite famous in to appreciate it. various fields including Manjushree Thapa, Sangeeta Thapa, Ashmina Ranjit, Geeta Khadka, Sushma Joshi and various others. Other names include Abha Lal, Indira Mishra, Kumari The scene inside the gallery was vibrant. Chitrakar, Lama, Neeta Pokharel, Amrita Gurung, Anubhuti Regmi, NishaOjha, Pallabi Gupta, Pratima through the blend of photography and painting talked Sharma, Promina Shrestha, Rashmi Sheil, Roma, Saguna Shah, Sanjana Shrestha, Shreya about the buzz about art, the need to talk about art Thapa, Shristi Uprety, Smriti Ravindra, Snigdha Bhatta, Sradda Thapa, Sumnima Dewan, and to appreciate it. In his paintings we can see people Sunaina Sherchan, Swasti Sanu, Swastika Shrestha and Weena Pun. talking about art, art finding its space in bill boards and familiar places of the valley and people expressing their Laurie Vasilly, director of the Fulbright Commission Nepal; Richin Yonjan, social want of being involved with art. architect; Sheeba Shah, author; and Surabi Pudasaini, program manager of HRI Institute of South Asian Research & Exchange, were the four guest speakers for the event. All of Dedicating the whole exhibition to his mother, the them applauded the writers for having the courage to write about their experiences, artist himself, expressed that art needs to reach out emotions and fears, and bringing it out in the open for all to judge. to the people and that people need to reach out to art. This in deed was the main idea behind Chitrakar’s The book was unveiled by 2 women, Shaleen Shah and Esthel Thapa, who were project ‘Let’s talk about ART, baby!’ – an attempt to selected from the audience. The book is priced at Rs.390, and can be found in all make art accessible to all. leading bookstores. (Shreeya Joshi) This exhibition is on till 27 January 2011. (Yukta Bajracharya) off the cuff with Archana Thapa Editor, Telling a Tale tranquility. “I think when it comes Portraits Meet to peace we usually think of a dense forest with beautiful trees. Usually Women to Watch Poems it’s thought that trees only have The book Telling a Tale is sure to have an impact on the modern On 23 December artists and poets green leaves but when the season Nepali women with its inspiring personal tales. We met with displayed their meaning of ‘peace’ through changes the hue of the leaves also exquisite artistic works and words. Archana Thapa, and asked her a few questions about the newly change which I have included in my published book. work ,” the artist explained. The exhibition which is being held in What would you say you learnt when editing Telling a Tale? cooperation with Siddhartha Art Gallery Working on the collection of personal tales of Nepali women was emotionally is on till 4 January 2011. (Mannat Shrestha) challenging and difficult. First of all not many writers were willing to come forward with their tales because writing personal tales for public readership is never an easy task for anyone, especially for women. To write a personal narrative is to look deeply within oneself for the meaning and to articulate the inner emotions. Editing Chopstix and Cakes such works needed extra attention because even a slight change in editing could With Christmas celebrations change the intended meaning of the tale. I tried my best to not tamper the original round the corner on 24 December, sense while editing the works and I admire the writers who took the challenge Chopstix, Kumaripati, celebrated its Assorted Motifs and were more than willing to rework on their writings. third birthday. Chopstix received On 3 December “Assorted Motifs”, hordes of guests and regular What would the take-home message for readers? a group exhibition of paintings, customers who were rightly reflected that though we are I hope that after reading the personal tales of the collection, readers will realize served with complementary drinks that the word “women” is not a unitary, monolithic concept but diverse and bounded by the rules of reality, art that included wine and mocktails. has no limitations. The display of heterogeneous. The stories also tell that women are not born with some unique Christmas chores by ‘Smriti feminine essence or feminine characteristics. Generally, there is a misconception in various works by talented artists H.E Mr. Thor Gislesen, Norwegian Bajracharya and Group’ which our society that every woman is born with the same unique womanly nature. This showed that the most unmixable Ambassador to Nepal, initiated the entertained guests, complimented misconception enforces the idea that every woman is passive, not ambitious, a good can be mixed in one simple painting. exhibition at the Nepal Art Council, further by Chopstix’s hospitable cook, and loves the color pink. The tales of Telling A Tale refute such assumptions and Baber Mahal. Participating poets and ambience and its contemporary Yuki Shirai, Chirag Bangdel, Shailesh show that each woman is different from the other. They all have different dreams, artists included Madhav Ghimire, touch made the evening special. Bhatta and Anurag Bangdel exhibited desires and concerns, and their dreams and desires matter to them. After reading Tulasi Diwas, Manjul, Abhi Subedi, Usha There was a candle stand for the their works at the Chai Chai Café. the tales, the readers will realize that each tale is an indirect critique of the concept Shrechan, Tirtha Shrestha, Ashesh Malla, celebration of its third birthday The delicate floral composition done of the “universal femininity” and that femininity is a social construct. Bairagi Kainla, Keshav Silwal, Chirag where three candles were lit. by Shailesh Bhatta, was completely Is Akshar Creations coming out with any other publications? Bangdel, Erina Tamrakar, Manish Lal All the guests and well-wishers contrasting to that of Anurag Yes, Akshar Creations is working on the second book which is tentatively Shrestha, Asha Dongol, Sarita Dongol, congratulated Chopstix for their Bangdel’s flowers painted on paper. titled Siddhantaka Kuraharu. We hope to bring the second book out for the and many more. future endeavors. As Chopstix enters Chirag Bangdel’s canvas spoke about readers some time in late March or early April 2011. Apart from that Akshar its fourth year, it is set to introduce Lord Govinda’s virtues and stories of Krishna Manandhar’s ‘Trees’ on Creations is also working on a collection of personal tales in Nepali. (Shreeya Joshi) continental and special menus as part nature. Yuki Shirai revealed her love canvas wonderfully displayed of their services. (Sheetal Singh Thakuri) for the scenery of Nepal’s landscape. events Fr!day Issue 48 | 30 December, 2010 - 5 January, 2011 11

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Planning and executing an event of such magnitude as Nepal Tourism Year 2011 is definitely not easy. The amalgamation of officials from the government and individuals from private sector undertakings will ensure that this project is a success. With only a few weeks remaining the team that is responsible for it all make their appearance for Fr!day. We give you a brief introduction of THE the committed individuals that has made all this possible.

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11 13 7 10 17 8 9 3 If you are not geared up, you are not ready to play. Imagine kicking the ball barefoot, walking all day on wet grass with wet socks and shoes, getting your ankle sprained because your shoes weren’t the right ones and running on sore feet. It’s obvious that years and years of research weren’t wasted if these sport shoes don’t assist us play the game. So here’s a guide to buying the most suitable shoes for the five most played sports. Text: Aditi Pandey, Photo: ECS Media Grips Grips BASKETBALL SHOES To handle the rigors of the game, basketball shoes offer durability, support, stability and flexibility, and shock absorption. The constant starting, abrupt stopping, high jumps and quick side-to-side movements involved with basketball make it absolutely essential for play - ers to wear proper shoes. 1 What do you look for in a pair of special basketball shoes? Depending on the type of player, basketball shoes have differing upper soft top, designed to keep the foot snug and securely in place during play. Power players use shoes with maximum cushioning and stability. They prefer high upper tops for their ability to provide maximum ankle support.

& All-round players u s e shoes with moderate ankle support and cushioning. They prefer & lightweight shoes; high-tops for ankle support or mid-tops for speed and comfort. Fast players c hoose a lightweight shoe that offers moderate support. Players who use speed as their greatest asset, prefer mid-tops that come right up to the ankle level. LAWN TENNIS SHOES Ou t s o l e : The rubber bottom of a good basketball shoe should be flat and moderately Depending upon your style of play, tennis movements are erratic with 1 2 wide to create a stable base and help prevent ankle rollover. Some basketball shoes are also frequent and abrupt changes in direction putting much stress on the designed specifically for outdoor play and feature heavier rubber outsoles feet and especially on the vulnerable Achilles tendon. In order to maxi- HALFWAY WAY TO THE NEXT WAY Nike Basketball shoes, Rs. 9,990 mize your performance and avoid what can be a serious injury, it pays THE BIRD HAS FLOWN 4 to invest in a good pair of shoes specially designed for tennis. People like to fixate on Albatross’ What do you look for in a pair of special tennis shoes? First and foremost is comfortable fit. They should be sturdy enough to youth, as if to say, yeah, they’re pretty FOOTBALL BOOTS JO JOS SANGHA Football boots, also known as cleats, are designed for grass pitches and have studs on provide support to your arches and ankles, but flexible enough to move good for their age. But that just begs SAMBANDHA CHA the bottom to aid grip. It is imperative that their football trainers have a perfect fit and with your foot as you play. Lateral support prevents ankle rollover, es- a question: Where are all the older that they are selected according to the type of ground to be played on. pecially if you’re a baseline player. For players who like charging the net, people who are supposedly making The follow up to their debut album ‘Hi-fly’, with ‘Jo a shoe with a reinforced toe is recommended. Baseline players wear better records than Albatross? There Jos Sangha Sambandha Cha’, Albatross have slipped What do you look for in a pair of football boots? shoes with durable soles. On grass surfaces, shoes with little bumps on 2 The Stud arrangement depends on the type of surface, wearer’s position and role in aren’t many. This band of 20-year-olds fully into classic-rock mode. ‘Freedom looks good the sole help with traction. For clay surfaces, you need a fine tread to on paper’ has the Skynyrd guitar attack and the the game. On well-grassed or sodden fields, a screw stud is recommended for more avoid damage to the court. have put their name on half a dozen or grip; these may be metal, rubber or plastic. so of the smartest songs released by Leon Russell-style gospel backup singers. The trippy, Nike Lawn Tennis Shoes, Rs. 6,490 6 5 2 1 4 14 15 12 anyone in pop, rock or country. pin wheeling guitars of the closing ‘Sacred’, the song The number of studs ranges from 12 to 16. Higher number of studs provide more support that won them the ‘Best song in a foreign language for the foot. As for their size, longer studs are superior for use in damp-muddy situations. There hasn’t really been a “cool” reason For constant play on a hard dried out surface, shorter studs are your best selection. The category’ at Hits FM Music Awards even drifts into - I RU NNING SHOES to like Albatross since they’ve not per- studs can be changed or taken away in these boots. This is a great solution for people kid you not - Cat Stevens’ territory. A good pair of running shoes should account for proper support, playing around on various types of grounds. Since you are able to alter the number of studs, formed nor released any new material cushioning and stability. 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There is also plenty of Avaya’s signature ways proved himself to be an excellent inter- batross’s woozy three-part vocal harmonies, is that the current music scene is the same as it ever Motion Control Shoes are designed to limit extreme inward rolling 1 SHARAT SINGH BHANDARI 4 YOGENDRA SHAKYA 7 BHOLA BIKRAM THAPA 10 DHRUBA NARAYAN SHRESTHA 13 PRASIDDHA PANDEY 16 SUGAT RATNA KANSAKAR 3 of the foot and ankle. Heavy, but durable, these shoes have a firmer Minister, Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation National Programme Coordinator Managing Director, President Travels Executive Member, Federation of Nepal Chamber of Commerce President, Hotel Association Nepal Executive Chairman, Nepal Airlines Corporation Considering the magnitude of the campaign, of Nepal Tourism Board has been designated as 2. Physical Infrastructure Coordina- was. There is bad and there is good music, and there’s Get your shoes at: What do you look for in a pair of golf shoes? dozen titles. 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With prices ranging from Rs. 5000 what the real deal can do to you. Pratap Singh. Artists from the onwards, everything looked tempting The crowd at 1905, Kantipath on WAGON Group of Artists Ragini to get for your wall. (Mannat Shrestha) 25 December went through that Upadhya-Grela, Erina Tamrakar, very overwhelming experience, Pramila Bajracharya, Sunita Rana, mesmerized by the Albatross and Sangee Shrestha, Bidhata KC A Rad Xmas Kutumba together. and Chandra Shrestha, were also Skills for featured. Christmas tree decked To heat things up, Kutumba started out in baubles and fairy Employability the evening with tunes such as Mr. Kawasaki Mitsuyoshi, the chief lights, and a gingerbread On 22 December, the Skills for ‘Utsav’, ‘Maitighar’ and ‘Hits’ followed guest of the program tried to house set at the foot of Employability-Enterprise Challenge by Albatross playing their hit speak in Nepali before inaugurating A Competition, a British Council the ornamented tree stood out numbers ‘Khaseka Tara’, ‘Chaina’ and The Winter Art Collection. in the lobby of Radisson Hotel, initiative, announced its winner. ‘Shristi ra Drishti’. The much awaited “Aja Jado Cha, Mero Naam Lazimpat. Each of the outlets at Madhya Paschim Nursing Campus, collaboration was irresistible. Kawasaki Mitsuyoshi Ho,” said the hotel, from The Fun Café walked home with the trophy and “Albatross and Kutumba are two the Chief Representative of Japan to the Splash Bar and Grill and cash prize worth 1000 pounds. of my favorite bands and hearing International Cooperation Agency even The Corner Bar, celebrated them together was just awesome!” (JICA), Nepal Office. “Malai Nepal The Enterprise Challenge is Christmas Eve in its own way. exclaimed Nripesh Shrestha, Mann Parcha,” he added, touching designed for students aged 16- completely immersed in the fusion. the hearts of the audience. Mr 21 from vocational, technical At The Fun Café, a lavish buffet Together, Albatross and Kutumba Makoto Kageyama and Yuki Shirai education and training institutions had been prepared by the collaborated on popular numbers introduced a musical instrument all over Nepal. The challenge Executive Sous Chef, Som Bahadur Thapa. The all-you-can-eat-buffet included items such as ‘Awaaz’ and ‘Timi Bhane’. made out of the Nepali mud called focuses on the capability of the such as Bouillabaisse, cold meat items as appetizers, and of course the traditional “Ocarina”. The most fascinating students to overcome problems, stuffed turkey, meat loaf and fried duck. However, for those not accustomed to eating The event organized by creation was the instrumental creativity, innovation, team work, only that, Chinese and Indian dishes had also been included. A wide selection of Musicology heard encores after pendants. Besides that, the works of communication and planning skills. desserts that included a towering Croquembouche, Sacha Torte and trifles, was also encores until finally, the bands the exhibitors were interesting as on the menu. And all of these delicious goodies could be sampled for Rs.1,600. However, the ideas have to be were obliged to put down their well. (Mannat Shrestha) confined to four criteria- Idea Seat, instruments for the evening and Christmas was being celebrated with a barbecue at the Splash Bar and Grill. For Competitors Idea, Money Matter and leave much against the wishes of just Rs.1,200 guests could enjoy an unlimited Nepali-style barbecue and Arabian Selling the Idea. their fans. (Yukta Bajracharya) styled snacks. The smell of the barbecued pork, calamari and chicken wafting through Purple Skies the air was simply heavenly. Guests also enjoyed a free flow of Hot Rum Punch, Students from all over the country sponsored by McDowell. were selected on the basis of the The Nepal Tourism Board proposals and the presentation Artistic Warmth Auditorium came alive with the And at the Olive Garden, a five-course continental menu was being enjoyed by the staging of ‘Where the Skies are they prepared for the regional-level On December 18, various artists attendees. The quiet ambience of the fine dining restaurant was perfect for guests who competition. Five teams, one from Purple’ on 25 December. Written just wanted to enjoy a quiet Christmas Eve with their loved ones. The guests enjoyed welcomed the winter wind at KJAC. and directed by Archana Sarda, this each region were selected in the final The exhibition showcased works the five-course meal for Rs.2,500 (Veg. menu) and Rs. 3,500 (Non-Veg. menu). The competition where they presented play portrayed the differences in menu can still be sampled at the restaurant since it’s on till 1 January 2011. plans on ‘Road Safety’. The Madhya the psyche of adults and children. A light-hearted comedy, ‘Where Christmas was indeed a lavish affair at the Radisson Hotel. (Shreeya Joshi) Paschim team who had focused on problems from street dogs to school the Skies are Purple’ revolved children bagged the prize making around the stories of six childhood Madhya Paschim proud. ‘Our style of friends who upon meeting after presentation and team work make us fifteen years, start delving into different from the other teams and their lives and the yesteryears. off the cuff with that lead us to bagging the first prize’, There is nostalgia in the air as said Sujan Shrestha, a participant they walk down memory lane and Som Bahadur Thapa from the winning team. (Anshu Khadka) discover themselves once again. Set in contemporary times, the play Executive Sous Chef, Radisson Hotel brought out the changes that come into us as we get older, due to the Fusion on Fire pressures and stress of modern life. When the very thought of the Performed bilingually in Hindi and combination of a well-loved pop/ English, the play was produced Chef Extraordinaire rock band and an equally loved by Japanese Artists, Yuki Shirai and under the ‘Pink and Grey traditional folk ensemble is enough After spending 15 years abroad, Som Bahadur Thapa has returned to Makoto Kageyama, and Nepalese Unlimited’ banner and was a joy to to overwhelm music lovers, imagine Nepal and is well on his way to cooking up a storm – albeit on plates. This Artists Shashi Shah and Birendra watch. (Yukta Bajracharya) Christmas and New Year, he has some grand menu plans for Radisson Hotel. We caught up with him to ask a few questions about the very same.

How have you made sure that Christmas is celebrated in a grand way at the Radisson Hotel? The menu is my main concern. I’ve made sure that people who attend will get the feeling of real Christmas at the Radisson Hotel. I’ve made a lavish buffet for this special occasion which includes specialties such as Bouillabaisse and French Onion Soup. For appetizers, I’ve focused on cold meat items and salads and for the main course I’ve included the traditional stuffed turkey, meat loaf and fried duck. I’ve also included some Chinese and Indian dishes because some people here are always inclined towards those dishes. For dessert, we have trifles, puddings, custard, Sacha Torte and even Croquembouche. The team spent two days preparing everything for this buffet. How different is Christmas in Nepal compared to other countries? Christmas in Nepal is quite different. It is not as big an affair as it is in other countries. However, the scenario is changing. Many Nepalis also seem to be coming to celebrate Christmas rather than just foreigners and expats. But it’s still not as huge an affair as it is in other countries that I have worked in. What are the challenges that you have faced till now? Here, I’ve found it a bit difficult to communicate with the staff since they aren’t open to many new ideas, which is primarily due to the lack of exposure, I’ve also found that many of the tourists who come to Nepal don’t seem to want to spend money on meals in star category hotels, since they think that everything here is super cheap. (Shreeya Joshi) halfIssue 48 | 30 December, 2010 - 5 January, 2011way

DJ ANSU Started DJing from: 2010 Signature genres: RnB, Hip Hop Performing this New Year’s at: Splash Bar, Radisson Hotel DJ RUPESH Started DJing from: 1998 Signature genres: House, Electronic Performing this New Year’s at: Dharan, Biratnagar

Text: Suyasha Sitaula, Photo: ECS Media

It’s the New Year’s Eve, congratulations! Now what? If you’re like most partygoers, you’re probably overwhelmed with all the planning that goes into creating a disco-licious party. Did you know that finding the perfect DJ is one of the biggest responsibilities you have? THAT’S RIGHT! “One of the biggest responsibilities”. Finding the best DJ is the most important job you’ll have when planning your party. This is because the DJ has one of the biggest roles in creating your perfect soiree. Even if you’re not organizing your own party this New Year, no worries! K-Town will have a lot of celebration going on this December end. And like every other party animal, you will definitely look for a party with the best music. Music is an important part of any event and makes the environment more enjoyable. And who else can light the dance floor with fire other than a skilled DJ with good music grooves? DJs are a must for any kind of party, whether it is a dance party for young spirits or dinner soiree for corporate people. A good DJ caters to what the crowd wants to hear. The best of all DJs play the newest, hottest songs as well as a wealth of the timeless nostalgic numbers that keep feets moving. So this time, before you head to a party, make sure you check which of the performing DJs might be able make you shake your hips the entire night, before and after the clock strikes 12! We give you few of Kathmandu’s hottest DJs who will be performing this New Year. THOU SHALT DANCE DJ Salim  Started DJing from: 2004 Signature genres: Tech, House, Progressive Performing this New Year’s at: Soaltee, J-Bar

DJ RAJU Started DJing from: 1996 Signature genres: Mainstream Performing this New Year’s at:

Gokarna Forest Resort DJ SURESH  Started DJing from: 2008 Signature genres: House, Electro-house Performing this New Year’s at: Tipsy Bar

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BINOD BHATTARAI is a journalist who runs The Writing Workshop ([email protected]).

Thisn Christmas Eve there it?’ In response, theChristmas officer had asked. The answer – how can was wrong when they paid for Such notes from the bank was a present of sorts said ‘sarkar-ko,’ meaning the the police act without a govern- daily supplies in the market. are often final. And ordinary that arrived by mobile. government’s. It was his under- ment order asking it to rough Now, the banks were remind- consumers who have signed OIt was a bank writing to standing of the ownership of up its own voters (particularly ing those with credit how bad loan forms – sometimes even announce an increase in the in- the chakka jam enforced by stu- when the UML also heads the things were getting. without reading the fine print terest rate on an auto loan. The dent group that is an extension home ministry)? The Equal Monthly Install- that came with a line saying the short message said, “Dear Cus- of the prime minister’s Unified Friday’s chakka-jam and the ment the bank demanded sug- bank can raise the interest rate tomer due to market condition Marxist Leninist (UML) party. mobile message were enough gests that the recipient of the at any time it thinks it’s neces- Int Rate on your Auto Loan is The official said he did not know to spoil my day. The strike re- message does not have a lot of sary – can do little but pay. The being revised to 12.5% effective how to respond. inforced how ineffective the money to payback. But think only way those who also save at from 1 Jan 2011. Your new EMI the banks can be redeemed is re- will be NPR 11104.” EARLIER, IT WAS JUST ECONOMISTS SPEWING SOUND negotiating their interest rates, The instinctive reaction was and failing to do that, moving to bad mouth big business and BITES OR PEOPLE THINKING SOMETHING WAS WRONG their savings to banks that will the bank. However, after some WHEN THEY PAID FOR DAILY SUPPLIES IN THE MARKET. pay higher rates. thinking, the futility of that be- NOW, THE BANKS WERE REMINDING THOSE WITH CREDIT This last bit is also perhaps came just too apparent. something that the central bank In a country where a police HOW BAD THINGS WERE GETTING. needs to look into – after it is officer described the chakka- done with the CEO salaries. If jam on Friday morning as one banks can raise interest rates “instigated by the government” The assessment by the police government has been, and the about investors who may have based on the market conditions, it was, perhaps, unfair to blame officer did answer the question a short message told about how borrowed to start industry – or what about customers with de- only the bank. taxi driver who drove me half- deep the economy-wide effects even the real-estate speculators posits? Can banks be allowed to Here’s what had happened on way to work had: ‘Why does the of the ineffectuality had be- – whose credit could be counted raise rates for the money they Friday morning. A senior gov- police not go after the strikers come. Earlier, it was just econ- in millions. For them, the slight- lend while they continue paying ernment official had asked his and beat them up for making omists spewing sound bites est increase in the rate can even customers at the lower rates in police escort ‘Whose bandh was life difficult for others?’ he had or people thinking something cause them to collapse. which they had borrowed? !

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remembers crossing an en- spot tire hill, walking an hour just light to reach school. Unlike today, life in the rural Nepal 20 years back was impossible to imagine. Despite the hardships of a rural life then, these are his best- cherished memories, of the moments he spent with his friends and ‘gauleys’. He believes these EUTAI have helped him to keep his feet on the ground. A lawyer by profession, the work did not interest him at first. He shares, Mala— SuminaNepali Subba “I came to Kathmandu to study law since my cousin brother thought it would be best for me. eeting the man be- began talking, I could not wait But I began to enjoy it only after hind the National to know more about the man’s I started to practice.” Anthem. journey from the humble village The decision to study law may “I have been be- life of an activist to becoming have developed because Rai was M evolving himself into a youth stowed with honour and un- the person who created the na- bound love from the whole tional anthem. leader in his village. He was ac- nation. I feel my life has been Born Pradeep Kumar Rai on tively involved in development ac- useful and successful. I am 7 April 1973, Byakul Maila is tivities in his hometown where he aware of my obligation in the the second son of three children. helped established two primary coming days, towards working His father, Man Bahadur Rai schools, Dudhkoushika Primary for the national interest above was a village schoolteacher and School in Sokhmatar and Sunko- my own.” his mother, Dhana Laxmi Rai shi Primary School in Hilepani These were the words of By- was a farmer. His modest roots so that the future generations akul Maila. It was a hot summer can be traced back to Hilepani in would not have to bear with the day when I met him; a medium Okhaldhunga. He recalls being difficulties that he went through. built man with neatly combed naughty, spoilt and stubborn as a He witnessed the nation rise from raven hair smelling of jasmine, child spending blissful moments the blood and sweat of count- small black deep set bespecta- pulling pranks with his friends. less Nepalis during the historic cled eyes and a slight moustache He smiled and confessed, “Even movement of 1990 in which he over a generous smile, his hu- as a child, I was sentimental by also played an active role. He rec- mility was inspiring. His voice nature which I still am.” ollects, “We had to run and hide had the soothing softness that Life has been a tumultu- from the police because they were can put anyone at ease. As we ous ride for the poet. He still always looking for us.”

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Together with his friends, he him in the city. He found com- istics of the various ethnic na- the moral support and recogni- These moving words from By- also helped the village by con- fort during those distressful tionalities while maintaining tion shown by the society dur- akul Maila speak for themselves structing a dirt road from Jorti times by writing poetry. Works the cohesiveness of the new ing those times. He expresses, “I and help understand his stature, to Tinamuli via Barbhanjyang. of Bhupi Sherchan, B.P. Koirala emerging nation. Nepal had just am aware of my responsibility “Haisiyat ko drishtikon bata bhanne ho As a young activist, he continu- and others influenced and in- started to recover following the to forever cherish this love ex- bhane ma maa kunai pani pariwartan ously strived to spread the mes- spired him to write. He missed political agitations of the 2006 tended to me.” chaina. Ma ek aam Nepali nagarik hu. sage of democracy and devel- the simple pleasures of the vil- Democracy Movement. In the How many people are aware Yehi haisiyat ma baachna chahanchu. opment and along the way; he lage life and the warmth of his process of writing the Anthem, of his name? I was surprised (As a person and who I am, I have established social organizations family and friends. The thirst he would often feel suffocated to find that not many of my not changed at all. I consider my- like “Samaj Sewa Yuva Samuha” for the things he missed back and frustrated as he felt that the contemporaries knew the man self to be an ordinary Nepali; and I in his village. Unconsciously, home transpired as his nom de words failed to evoke the emo- behind the National Anthem. wish to live this way).” ! his life as a ‘public figure’ had plume, Byakul Maila, where tions prevailing at that time. Byakul Maila’s poem has re- started. During the process, he “Byakul” means “the thirsty When I inquired about how he written a new chapter in Ne- realized one thing, which he still one” and “Maila” means “the felt after the selection, he re- pali history and yet it seems there has been little appreciation for his work. When I I was surprised to find that not many of started to research, I could my contemporaries knew the man behind find very little about him and most of it was related with the the National Anthem. Byakul Maila’s poem National Anthem. Who is the has re-written a new chapter in nepali real Byakul Maila? There is so history and yet it seems there has been little much to write about him apart from his contribution, yet few appreciation for his work. people have taken up the initiative to do so. Today Byakul Maila is in- believes to be true that develop- second (son)”. Thus began his plied in an emotional tone, “I volved in various charitable ment is hindered not because of poetic journey. felt extremely proud. Not for organizations like ‘Aadibasi lack of facilities but rather, the 3 August 2007 proved to be my part but for the nation and Manav Adhikar Sarokar Ken- problem is the lack of vision. unforgettable and momentous the change it would bring.” dra’, and ‘Kaushiki Sahitya He had never planned to in his life when his poem “Sayun However, reaching the pin- Pratisthan’. He lives happily enter the literary world. For Thunga Phool ka Hami” was nacle of his literary career and with his wife, Nanu Kala and a the then Pradeep Rai, writ- officially declared the new Na- suddenly becoming a poet of three-year-old daughter, Nist- ing poems was a medium of tional Anthem of Nepal. By- national importance did not hap- ha. He plans to dedicate his life expressing sadness and lone- akul Maila had never imagined pen without hindrances. The se- to literature for the betterment liness felt when he was on his that his song would be selected lection of his poetry had become of the nation. After meeting own the first time he arrived in amongst 1,272 official entries. a topic of national debate. Some him, I felt his humility and Kathmandu. Juggling between His biggest challenge writing expressed discontent when his simplicity was overwhelming. work and studies, he vividly re- the Anthem was to reflect the poem was chosen. Nonetheless, There are no pretences to what members how hard life was for distinct culture and character- he feels profoundly grateful for he says.

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Behind the NEW The Everest Hotel, com from the Eternity, – Sommelier Sandeep Khatri y initiation to culinary journey started with the many queries in the mind and soul. No wonder, I became the one in class to always ask questions. My love for Google New in the Menu started when I started researching every dish I wanted to The Ambience Restaurant & Bar M Dragon Chicken Rs. 300 HOTEL PARKLAND cook. I was the eldest in my family and it was an obligation for me to cook which led me at times to accidentally come up with great Location: Patan Durbar Square, Opening Special jungle safari package program Hours: 8 am - 9:30 pm, Seating Capacity:100 for 2 nights 3 days. Welcome drinks, dishes. Things were in my head and I have followed my soul since. Parking Space: Yes, Credit / Debit Card: Yes all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner For example, the world’s love for mayonnaise sauce is purely ac- WI-Fi: Yes, In-House Bar:Yes, Smoking Zone: & tea/coffee) accommodation in Yes, Contact No: 5538980, Email: ambiencepa- deluxe room, elephant-back safari, cidental and it got created because the chef did not wanted to be [email protected] Tharu village visit, Visitor Center visit, canoeing & Elephant Breeding Center beheaded (will talk about the origins later). Who could have thought visit, sunset view, Tharu Stick dance, that the mixing of oil and water through a process called emulsion is Cinnamon Grill Lounge nature walk, bird-watching and many something which is locked in many refrigerators around the world. Salgim Bocca Rs. 425, Pork Tender- more. Foreigners - USD $140 nett. loin Rs. 385, Chicken Alakeive Rs. 425, per person, Nepalis - Rs. 5,500 nett. 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Veg. Gold Coin Rs 160 Tendorloin A’la Mexican, Rs.500 Srims Cocktails-Rs 475 Business Lunch Set, Rs. 425 Goghi Musallam and Bemasale ka korma

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The Ghangri Café Pulchwok Lalitpur, 5528703 Bronco Billy Jbar Moksh Aalishan Visit us for Sumai Open MoMo and many Harihar Bhawan, Pulchwok, 5526212 more Chinese Cuisines Thamel, 4411595 Jhamsikhel, Lalitpur, 5528362 Jawalakhel, 5550039

Chef’s Special Salad, Rs. 295 Kaeng Khiao Wan Kai (Green Curry Almond Cake, Rs. 170 Aalu Tareko, Rs. 70 Fish Finger, Rs. 280 with Chicken), Rs. 390

Third Eye Restaurant Yin Yang Restaurant Third Eye Bakery Degaa Resto-Lounge Kumaripati (Old Campion Vintage Café & Pub Thamel, Kathmandu, 4260289 Thamel, Kathmandu, 4701510 Thamel, Kathmandu, 4701510 Building) Tel: 9849136479 Wood Land Complex, Durbar Marg, 4254831

uartered in the ground floor and spread across undercover gourmet 5 Ws the lawn inside the com- Where’s it located? Qpound walls of a Thamel Thamel, somewhere near the house that, more often than not, GAA Hall doesn’t strike a sight is the Villa What to wear? The Korean– Garrulous EverestFoodie Everest. I first heard of it for No dress code the Karaoke they have once ev- Why drop in? ery week. Of late, I heard of it Brilliant Korean fares for the food that turns up on the When to visit? plates. Afternoons and evenings, I Korean is usually dear to pal- recommend reservations for large groups ates that are fond of pungent How much to carry? foods – ones that classify as A filling meal for two comes at Tamasic in the Hindu culinary less than 1500 bucks. taxonomy. I being one that loves such food and my sister being one who knows I do, she invited der for us. It’s implicitly sweet me up for a game of Uno cards and lightly salted – just good with some yum stuff. I’m indebt- enough. Fried tofu makes for ed to her, thank you sister! another veggie meal, unfortu- Eating experiences during nately not ranking quite high, the cold are dominated by soupy on my index at least. fares. So have my recent times at Villa Everest been. We don’t My Verdict even look at the menu before Villa Everest is a basic eating out we’ve asked for warm water and spot without the expected inte- Miso soup. The look of the soup kimchi, top it up with the chick- riors and ambience of a Thamel My Happiness Index is warming, the smell lifting and en and pickled shallots, fold the restaurant. Though some items Furnishings  Basic, I like the tables with stoves on them the taste engaging. The condi- leaf and devour – heavenly. If make more than one appearance Ambience  Properly used space, equally apt for couples and groups you choose to cook your pork, on the menu, a wise selection of ments are well-balanced and Cutlery  Simple and general, need absorbent napkins a portion is usually fit for two Service  Friendly yet grumpy at times grease the pan with some pork food is sure to lure the gastro- Restroom  Clean enough fat, sear it over until it’s crisp nome in you. The soups are bril- people who go for two helpings. My rating  (and a nod) food is the only thing I love here My only turn off, and a big one, and repeat the earlier steps. You liant and the side dishes filling. is the quantity of potatoes in the can also have the pork only; just For the ones who love to cook soup. We all know potatoes are after any strong food. Have it in served on the table. Plus the dip it in the sesame oil and the their food, they have all the free- real good at face saving jobs but the beginning and you’ll be all kimchi, my all time favorite. The salt, there you are. dom to do so. If you are really having people crush a bite of po- praises. aftermath – I’m left complaining Vegetarians however, have hungry or if you really love Ko- tato with every alternate spoon At Villa Everest, we most about the burning sensation in limited options. Fried vegetables rean food, drop in and you won’t of the soup conspicuously hints often order for two rounds of my gut. I almost always go for ei- – sliced Chinese peppers, car- leave dissatisfied. Don’t take towards either a nervous cook side dishes at one time and ask ther the Dak Bokum – succulent rots and potatoes, just my words for it though; the or an impoverished kitchen. for meat according to our pref- chicken shreds cooked in an en- bound together place is brimming With the sea-weed soup, I make erences. The best part about the gaging sauce with Chinese pep- not tight with with people al- it a point to have it before any- side dishes, for me that is, is the pers and shallots or the Chicken a batter, deep- most any eve- thing else or not have it at all. garlic that comes with the strong barbeque – small boneless cuts fried and ning of the Because of the subtle taste, it pickle. I have the tendency with crispy and slightly charred served with week. ! generally loses charm if had to finish off the Tibetan exteriors. Tear off a lettuce, dip some Kikko- garlic even before any a garlic clove in the pickle and man sauce are meaty appearance is ob- put it on the leaf, add a radish a regular or- conbecause there is more to lifesume shop review

Sphinx— Mannat Shrestha Sphinx is a retail store, WHERE: T-30, Third Floor, this is a good place to shop City Centre, Kamaladi, Kath- for formal shoes. which has fancy clothing mandu BRANDS: DKNY, Mango, Gu- and accessories for both WHAT: Different brands of cci, Mr. Deng, Charles and Keith, men and women. If you shoes and bags for both men and many more. are looking to revamp and women; chic attires for women, accessories, stockings LOWEST PRICED ITEM: your winter wardrobe, this and belts. Rs. 390 is one of the best places WHEN: 10 am – 9 pm, 7 days HIGHEST PRICED ITEM: to shop in town. a week Rs. 6,000 (approx.) WHAT WE SAW: It is a WHAT WE LIKE THE paradise for all looking for MOST: Netted autumn/winter dress for Rs. 2,590 good winter boots. The new arrivals of funky mixed leath- COULD IMPROVE ON: er jackets are irresistible More casual brands are if you want to go for needed. that biker chic look. The various dresses CUSTOMER COM- and youthful tops MENTS: “I think they have for women are a fabulous collection of any shopaholics men’s formal shoes. I love dream. Last but the designs and the quality is not the least just amazing. But I think they the elegant need to bring more of men’s pumps are some- boots.” (Niraj Shrestha) thing you would really want in your PHONE NUMBER: shoe rack. For men, 4011755 consume Fr!day Issue 48 | 30 December, 2010 - 5 January, 2011 21

Why Not Play with LeatherChic — Shreeya Joshi

he humble leather has leather skirts or pants which your — PaulCyWee Reitman become a wardrobe will not only look extremely staple the world over. stylish, but will surely turn TMen, women – anyone heads while walking down the and everyone are wearing street as well. leather in different forms and From the more common styles. With the fall and win- colors of black, brown and ter season, leather fashion can tan to exotic colors of pink, be seen everywhere on the blue and green, Bentley stores streets. leather in every color you But where can one find have ever wanted. The cost this-season’s must-have item? of tailoring leather items vary The answer lies in Bentley, from Rs.8,000 to Rs.12,000 situated in Durbar Marg. As depending on the amount of you enter the back part of material used. If you want to Bentley, you can wave your- make a long coat simply out if ot new to the Chinese Vista/Windows7) that looks self welcome to “Leather leather it may cost you up to gaming community, for supported games on your World”. This shop holds some Rs.18,000. but new to Nepal, is the computer and sets everything of the finest leather prod- However, much the cost, a NSMC CyWee PC Game up, so that when, say, it’s time to ucts in town. The readymade good leather jacket is always a Controller. Looking much like a shoot a bad guy, you just point leather products such as jack- good investment as the leather small hairdryer, this unique de- the CyWee at your computer ets and wallets are imported fashion seems to recycle every vice can be twisted into 4 modes: and fire away. from India. However the shop year. So head on to Bentley, Sports, Gun, Racing, and Action. Playing golf and tennis has also stores leather material and get your money’s worth The modes correspond to al- never been so easy, as you don’t If you haven’t seen one at imported from New Zealand of this year’s winter fashion’s most any “Z” game you can load even have to find a caddie or tune and Italy, so that you can have greatest style statement. ! on your computer, for example your racket – it’s just a matter of play in Nepal, you can head on over to Logix Computer on it transformed into the jack- Tiger Woods PGA Tour, Pacific plugging the USB dongle into ets. Ladies can also opt for FYI Heroes, Need for Speed, and X- your PC, and then grabbing and Putalisadak to play around. Get your leather wear at: Shop Owner Sandeep Agrawal 1. Bentley, Durbar Marg, 4228338 Men Origins Wolverine, all work swinging this hairdryer-looking 2. Nepal Leather Fashion, Lazimpat, 4428497 under the corresponding modes. gizmo around, depending on the tells me that you don’t 3. Leather House, Putalisadak, 4420668 What makes this game ma- game selected. see many CyWees in chine “revolutionary” is that it For those that want to the wild because does not require a separate con- know what’s under the pleas- the marketing sole, but gives the family a Wii- ant-to-hold plastic casing, in Nepal is off. like gaming experience without there is a two-axis gyroscope “These kinds trying to find an actual Wii con- and 3-axis accelerometer that of things nor- sole with Wii games (difficult in react to all of your body mo- mally don’t Nepal). tions. This device also works sell well in a The SMC CyWee comes as a 3-D mouse, if you ever computer shop with software (works in XP/ need one. – they need to be placed in a gaming shop.” What to get Where to get So I’m left SMC CyWee PC Game Controller Logix Computer, Putalisadak, Opp w o n d e r i n g, (SMCWBR11S-3GN) Kumari Bank, Kathmandu where in Ph: 4424327/4439793 Kathmandu Z-compatible PC Games Any open air market table around can you find town one of those? ! Paul Reitman is a Tech Writer in Nepal bamarkets & launcheszaar

BANK Coca-Cola Super Celebrations NMB Bank, IME Sign Deal market insight NMB Bank and International Money ottlers Nepal Limited and Bottlers Nepal (Terai) Limited Express have signed an agreement are the franchised bottlers of Coca-Cola Sabco, one of the to start remittance services. NMB leading anchor bottlers in the Coca-Cola system operating Hareklai Harilo Bank will make remittance payment in 13 countries across the world. The company refreshes from all its 15 branches across the B Akshay Sthapit country. NMB has already tied up with millions of Nepali consumers with an exciting range of sparkling Manakamana Money Express, Western soft drinks including Coca-Cola, Fanta, Sprite and Kinley Club Founder, Harilo.com Union Money and Money Gram on this. Soda, through a network of more than 52,000 outlets across the NT Bills at Siddhartha Bank country. In addition the company’s business operations engage ap- Customers of Nepal Telecom can now proximately 50,000 people in Nepal. pay their dues through Siddhartha Online shopping has become an everyday thing in Development Bank’s 18 branches. The company has launched a promotional offer where consum- Customers are assured of continued many countries. It seemed unfortunate that the services even on public holidays and ers of Coca-Cola, Fanta and Sprite stand a chance to win return infrastructure to accommodate online shopping for the tickets for a couple to Paris. The Saturdays through the bank’s evening people in Nepal had been left out. Thanks to Harilo counters and 365-days banking service. offer called “Coca-Cola Super that gap has been bridged, and how! Celebrations” is available to consumers at select super E-shopping (online) is a relatively new concept for GIZMO markets within the Kathman- people in Kathmandu. How are they reacting to this Chimei Monitors In Nepal du valley. Consumers could concept of shopping? Sagar Infosys has launched Taiwan’s So far the response has exceeded my expectations and our Chimei brand LCD, LED monitors and participate in the promotional reviews have been overwhelmingly positive (see http://harilo. digital televisions in Nepal. Chimei offer by purchasing a 1.5 litre com/testimonials), with most of our business coming from monitors are available from 16 to 55 PET pack, scratch the sticker, repeat customers. inches and their price ranges from Rs. 7,700 to Rs. 2,49,000. The company and SMS their unique code as How do you get thing done? gives a three year warranty on the “Coke to 7722. We’re able to let people buy from thousands of retailers on one LCD monitors. The monitor has won In case the sticker shows “QFX continent and ship to another - and we have not lost a single Germany’s IF Design award and Red item after six months of operations. Some people are confused Dot Design Award for its design and movie tickets”, these can be re- technology. deemed at the QFX counters about how we’re able to make it all happen. The answer is that while the website was designed to be deceptively simple to use, or via a call at 4442220. For what’s going on behind the scenes is a very complex logistics redemption of QFX tickets, con- operation. I coded Harilo.com from scratch so I know every sumer would also need to present detail of what’s going on at every moment. This was also my the sticker along with Coca-Cola, class project at MIT. Fanta or Sprite labels as proof of There are a lot of orders coming in these days for purchase. There will be two lucky harilo.com. How long does it take for a person to draws conducted during the offer pe- receive his/her order? riod to select the winners of the flight Once it reaches our warehouse in Florida, we have a shipment leaving the warehouse every Tuesday, after which it takes 10 tickets to Paris. Ncell ‘Fully Loaded’ Offer days to reach Kathmandu. We provide you with a tracking Ncell has introduced a New Year offer The promotional offer is valid till Jan- number so you know exactly where your item is at all times. called ‘Ncell Fully Loaded’. This scheme uary end. provides 50 SMSes and 50 MMSes as bazaar Fr!day Issue 48 | 30 December, 2010 - 5 January, 2011 23

bonus upon activation of its prepaid SIM cards. This offer will be valid till the end of February 2011. The bonus Honda Spreads Its Wings different strokes offer can be used in Ncell network only and has to be used within 30 days of SIM activation. Yamaha Generator Scheme Morang Auto Works, the sole distributor for Yamaha products in The Gender Nepal, has launched a consumer scheme for Yamaha generators. Consumers will get a free Nokia handset with dual SIM facility on the purchase of 1 to 4 KVA generators. For models above 5 KVA consumers can win a LG vacuum cleaner. The scheme would continue till January Disparity— Sunita Gurung 14 or till stocks last. Ever since God created Adam and Eve, misunderstandings have been constructed on the foundations of disparity between the two sexes

e can take it as gospel truth when we say Men are from Mars and Women are from Venus. From the most subtle of mannerisms to the more volatile of yakar Company Ltd, the sole distributor of Honda Motorcycle in Nepal since 1968, launched its exclusive “Honda Wing World” showroom in Buddhabari, modes, we have an uncanny knack of choosing our Fujitsu Lifebook W STeku, on 24 December. own way of expressing gender disparities. There is no doubt SHTC, the sole authorized dealer about the fact that the maverick side of us always surfaces of Fujitsu products in Nepal, has Honda Wing World Showroom is targeted towards an increasingly demanding launched the Fujitsu Lifebook clientele who purchase high-end performance bikes. This showroom will also provide when we least expect it. While it becomes much of a stress LH530. The company has priced the exclusive sales, service and spare parts for Honda’s premium range of motorbikes. for the female mind to let the male mind agree on anything Lifebook at Rs 40,000 (inclusive of The Honda Wing World Showroom also has an exclusive service centre, the 1st in beyond the reason that they comprehend, it is quite fair for the VAT). Equipped with Intel processor Nepal to cater exclusively to ‘big bike’ customers which includes bikes ranging from not so ‘fairer’ sex to find that preposterous. Well! Opposites do P6000 with dual layer DVD super 300cc to 1000cc. This is an ‘Interactive Service’ concept where customers can see multi writer, high-definition audio and interact with the technicians while their motorcycles are being repaired. This system, built-in stereo digital service centre is equipped with all necessary specialized equipments and tools to microphone, 1.3 mega pixel camera service the range of motorcycles sold from the showroom. Added to that, a wide ACCORDING TO A RECENT and Bluetooth V2.1 +EDR, the range of Honda motorcycle accessories will be available for sale from the Honda Lifebook has a battery backup of 3.5 Wing World Showroom. SURVEY, MEN SAY THE FIRST THING hours and comes with a one-year warranty. The current bikes which are available in the showroom are the Honda NXR 150, THEY NOTICE ABOUT WOMEN Honda XR Tornado 250, Honda CBR 600RR, Honda DBF Hornet and the Honda CB 1000R. IS THEIR EYES, AND WOMEN SAY The latest Honda motorcycles come equipped with Honda’s latest innovations like THE FIRST THING THEY NOTICE the H.I.S.S (Honda Intelligent Security System), electronic steering damper (to reduce steering vibrations and increase braking helping riders during panic breaking ABOUT MEN IS THAT THEY ARE A situations to avoid accidents) and adjustable front and rear shocks with damping. BUNCH OF LIARS. Following the launch of the Wing World showroom, Syakar is planning to organize various events to promote fun biking in Nepal for its customers. Enjoy your ride with Honda Wings! (Sheetal Singh Thakuri) attract! According to a recent survey, men say the first thing they notice about women is their eyes, and women say the first thing they notice about men is that they are a bunch of liars. MISCELLANEOUS market insight Clearly, the people who conducted the survey have to be cynics Prism Cement Enters Nepal of the highest order for such a prejudiced assessment. How- Prism Cement Limited, one of India’s ever bigoted it may sound, a woman can still take the chance to leading cement manufacturers, has Macho Style smirk on that while the men would have probably preferred if entered Nepal with Prism Champion (PPC and 43 grade OPC). A press Abhaya Gorkhalee the survey culminated the other way round. Over time, all sub- statement issued by the company Marketing Manager, Dabur Nepal Pvt. Ltd. jects of conflicting issues which includes materialistic desires said Prism, which currently produces have been successful enough to vibrate a relationship.While 2.5 million tons of cement per year, With the launch of their latest product PROstyle Anti-dandruff men over ages have failed to figure out the passion behind plans to increase its capacity to hair oil for men, Dabur has yet again set a benchmark for other 11 million tons in the near future. womanly obsessions, women have yet to discover the reasons products to be made in Nepal. Abhaya Gorkhali talks about this Prism is an ISO 9001:2008 certified behind manly obsessions. The list goes on and the debate never new launch and what we could expect from Dabur in the future. company. ends but we still like to mull over issues perpetuated by two Pro Style for Men Launched How is PROstyle different from other Antidandruff hair oil available minds that think and act differently. This gives life the much Dabur Nepal Pvt. Ltd launched a new in the market? needed zing, enough to keep the flame alive unless we decide to hair oil brand, PROstyle Dandruff PROstyle Dandruff Control Hair Oil is the first hair oil exclusively for Control Hair Oil, the 1st hair oil men. It is a natural dandruff remedy as it contains lemon, rosemary and douse it with our own obdurate ways. ! developed especially for men in peppermint oil, which are considered to be the best natural dandruff Nepal. PROstyle is a quick-absorbing remedies. light hair oil that controls dandruff D.A.O. Lalitpur Regd. No.77-066/67 naturally without harmful chemicals. Why is PROstyle so important to Dabur and unique to Nepali ECS Media Pvt. Ltd, Kupondole, Lalitpur, Nepal. 5011571. No. 48  30 December, 2010 - 5 January, 2011 It contains natural dandruff control consumers? �� Dabur Nepal has for the first time developed a product from scratch and remedies like lemon, peppermint and Manager, Editorial & Marketing: NEERAZ KOIRALA perhaps, it is the first product developed by any FMCG MNC in Nepal to Publisher: ECS MEDIA PVT. LTD. rosemary. These natural ingredients Editor: SUNIL RAJ SHRESTHA Contributing Editor: VIVIAN YONZON also make hair soft and cater exclusively to the local consumers’ needs. Be its natural ingredients Director, Editorial & Marketing: NRIPENDRA KARMACHARYA Asst. Editor: AYUSHA NIROLA or its trendy macho packaging or the refreshing perfume, everything has Sr. Manager, Editorial & Marketing: SUDEEP SHAKYA Editorial Assistant: SHREEYA JOSHI smooth. PROstyle Deputy Manager, Editorial & Marketing: NILADRI S. PARIAL Inhouse Writers: YUKTA BAJRACHARYA Dandruff Control been designed and developed after thorough research into local consumer Editorial Secretary: PRAGYA POKHREL insights. Design & Production Executive: SANJEEV SHRESTHA Hair Oil has a Design Assistant: DIPESH MAHARJAN refreshing Sr. Photographer: DASH B. MAHARJAN What more products for men could we expect from Dabur in the Color Separation: macho perfume CTP Nepal Pvt. Ltd, HATTIBAN, Photographer: YOGENDRA MAHARJAN, future? 525.0466, 525.0468 MOHAMMAD SHAHNAWAZ to keep you Asst. Managers, Sales & Marketing: We are working on a couple of new products in the male grooming range Printing: Jagadamba Press, Hattiban, stylish, cool and BIJENDRA PRADHAN, ANGIRAS MANANDHAR which will come under the PROstyle umbrella. 525.0017/18/19 Ad Enquiries: [email protected] confident. Distributor: Asst. Managers, Business Development: Kasthamandap Distribution Pvt. Ltd. AVISHEK RAJ PRADHAN, SHWETA BUDHATHOKI 424.7241 Subscription & Distribution Executive: BIKRAM SHRESTHA

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