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Malia Bennett Henry poses wearing her own designs from her collection Nervous Energy LEZIMA GOMES DOHA

ALIA Bennett Henry, an alumna of the Virginia A new designer Commonwealth University Qatar and winner of the Salam Fashion Award 2015, Mhas launched her first collection at the Salam stores. The Salam award is given to a final year student of VCU-Q at the university’s takes wings annual end-of-year fashion show and aims to support the graduate’s transition from collection is priced between QR700 and she said. Henry, who had a year to complete the student designer to a professional one. The QR1,800. Henry said that most designs have spe- collection, said that throughout the year, award includes mentorship during the de- The collection includes loose-fitting cial attention paid to pockets. “Pockets are she worked on many different aspects be- velopment and design of a bespoke collec- trousers, a mid-length skirt, a long-sleeved also important to me in my designs as they yond designing. “Sourcing the right fabrics tion, which will be sold within a dedicated silk top, dresses and a kaftan. “They are support the theme of ease of wearing.” was the hardest part and I had to travel to space in Salam stores in Doha. clean, stark, soft, wearable, unrestricted While designing the collection, she kept UAE to take advantage of the bigger range Henry’s new collection titled Nerv- and approachable, with an urban aes- in mind that her pieces should be wearable they have. Getting them made to the level ous Energy is a women’s line of 10 unique thetic that can be dressed up with heels or for women of all ages and sizes. “Especially and quality I wanted was also a bit of a pieces which focuses on two main colours: dressed down with sneakers. It’s always with the kimonos, I wanted them to be challenge but in the end, it all worked out white and off white, and the materials an introspective look of whatever it is I am customised for each person who bought and I am happy with the final result,” she used include linen, silk and cotton. The dealing with while creating my designs,” them,” she explained. said. 03 COVER STORY Sunday, May 15, 2016

Nervous Energy collection by Malia Bennett Henry

The designer’s graduation collection – which she termed “excruciating” and titled Manic Depres- sion – was very graphic in black and white. “You have such self-doubt, but being my final project, I had to finish it and present it. Now that I am not within the confines of a formal environment, the challenges hinge on my own decision of how to get myself recognised as a designer. “The current collection is not quite along the same lines though it draws on the same theme of psychological challenges,” she said. Henry, who has now lived in Qatar for over eight years, has previously lived in Trinidad and Tobago, Senegal, UK, Bangladesh and Israel, as her parents worked with the UN. As such, social issues inspire her designs a lot. “As someone who was brought up around the world with many diverse influences, I am very aware of the –isms that unfortunately without borders. I garde style will fit in. serve to separate groups by country consider myself a It would be great also if in the fashion of origin, race, gender, etc and cause citizen of the world events in Qatar, space can be accorded to individuals a lot of inner pain and and my style is young designers to show their collections. social isolation that they cannot representative of As everyone knows, having a booth or an express vocally for one reason or a globalised youth opportunity of a runway in these events is another. The ‘outsider’ theme is very culture. I travel a very expensive – young designers do not strong in my approach to design- lot – having been have that kind of capital but need exposure ing. This is where I go for my design to over 15 coun- at that level.” ideas,” she says. tries, my style is Currently Henry is working on design- Henry always knew that art and reflected in the ing a small capsule collection, which she fashion would define her life, for even myriad things I hopes to complete and show around some as a child she was constantly doo- see during my select shops in New York and London dur- dling, drawing faces, making clothes travel.” ing her annual summer vacation. for her dolls, or working on graph- Speaking about ics. She says designing allowed her the fashion scene (Photographs: Nikko Brillantes for a space to focus. “It is a space in Qatar, she opined that the press photos. Set up and acces- of freedom for me to express Qatar is growing fast in terms of sories by Salam) myself and my thoughts. I fashion, though “it appears to be see it as my way of connect- more label-conscious and steered ing with people,” she said. towards brands, which makes Describing her personal me wonder where young style, she said, “Fashion designers with a more avant Sketches by Malia Bennett Henry 04 Sunday, May 15, 2016

MES wins badminton tourney, receives honour in French Olympiad TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK comprising Shaffin Reyods, Punit Paandey and Arjun also won the third place in the HE MES Indian School Under-17 tournament. Both teams were trained by badminton team comprising Saif Binoy KK. TSayed Mohamed, Haadi Mohamed At the International French Language Hashim and Sahal Rahman won the CBSE Olympiad (IFLO) 2016, 15 MES students Qatar Cluster Badminton Tournament out of 53 who participated in the examina- hosted by DMIS Indian School recently. tions received gold and bronze medals, and With the win, the team has qualified to certificates of merit. Olympiad examina- take part in the CBSE National Badminton tions are conducted across 14 countries for Tournament. The Under-14 boys’ team its 9,000 registered schools. MES badminton athletes

International French Language Olympiad 2016 examiners DPS-MIS participates in Msmun-Q

DPS-Modern Indian School participated in the second Annual Middle School Model United Nations Conference - Qatar (MSMUN-Q) held recently at QNCC with 80 delegates. MSMUN aims at providing young people a platform to discuss world pressing issues. This year’s theme was ‘Safety and Security’. (TNN) 05 CITY CIRCUIT Sunday, May 15, 2016 GCC’s education sector on a steady growth path TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK

LPEN Capital announced the publication of its GCC Educa- Ation Industry report. The report provides an outlook of the GCC Educa- tion industry until 2020 covering pre- primary, primary, secondary, tertiary and vocational segments across all GCC nations. It also shows the current state of the education industry across GCC while presenting the recent trends, growth drivers and challenges. In addition, it profiles some of the prominent education providers in the region. “The GCC education sector is witnessing a robust growth in student enrolments coupled with a steady expansion in related infrastructure. Population growth and rise in disposable income have supported the growth of the private education sector,” says Mahboob Murshed Sameena Ahmad Alpen Capital (ME) Limited Managing Director Sameena Ahmad. sector participation. We believe that million. A large and increasing base of strong ability and willingness to spend According to Alpen Capital (ME) the existing momentum in the M&A school and college going population on quality education at international Limited Managing Director Mahboob space of the education sector in the re- is fostering the demand for education schools, translating into a huge oppor- Murshed: “The education sector in gion is likely to continue fuelled by fac- in the region. Further, a diversified tunity for the private players. the region is growing at a rapid pace tors such as favourable demographics, expatriate community is increasing the Focus on the education sector and offers attractive opportunities high disposable income and growing demand for international curricula, across the GCC nations has been for private investors. The sector has awareness for quality education.” thus attracting several international increasing, in terms of budget allo- witnessed several M&A transactions in schools and colleges to the region. cations and long-term development the last three years owing to the in- Growth drivers A high personal income level along- strategies or five-year plans. This is creasing demand for quality education. The GCC population is projected side a tax-free environment has re- not only strengthening the local educa- The investor friendly policies adopted to reach close to 60 million in 2020, sulted in additional disposable income tion system but also presenting oppor- by the GCC governments are also help- of which, the number of people below among the GCC population. Conse- tunities for international schools and ing the trend towards increased private 25 years of age is likely to surpass 22 quently, the population displays a universities.

HAPPENINGS IN QATAR

ASPIRE IN-SIDE-OUT FUN RUN 2016 the student can explore alternative means of com- tive on the international art scene. When: May 20 at 7.00 pm municating, understanding and interacting with his Where: Aspire Zone Warm Up Track or her peers, his or her environment, and the wider QATARI AGRICULTURAL PRODUCT YARDS Registration fee: QR50 (18 & older); QR25 (17 & world. The resulting works become part of a personal When: Till June 30, 2016 younger); Minimum participant age is 10. journey of interpretation. Time: 7am to 5pm Join a 5-km fun run and burn some calories. Venue: Al Mazrooa, Al Zakheera, Al Khor, Al Wakrah Runners will make their way around both an indoor CONTEMPORARY ART FROM CHINA Admission: Free and outdoor course, giving participants an exclusive When: Till June 16 The Ministry of Municipality and Environment will chance to discover locations and areas of Aspire Venue: Qatar Museums Gallery Al Riwaq open the 4th season of Qatari agricultural product Zone they would not normally see. Admission: Free yards for selling locally produced fruits, vegetables, MOONLIGHT PADDLE WEEK Post-race refreshments & food are available for all After his solo exhibition at Mathaf in 2011, Interna- poultry, fish and livestock. The yards will operate When: May 19, 20 & 21 participants in addition to two water stations. tionally acclaimed New York based Chinese artist Cai three days a week on Thursdays, Fridays and Satur- Where: Al Dhakira | Meeting at Al Thakira marina at Guo-Qiang returns to Qatar to present an exhibition days with livestock vendors in Al Mazrooa operating INTERPRETATIONS ART EXHIBITION 4 pm featuring 15 contemporary Chinese artists and col- at the same times throughout the week. Registration: QR250 (adult); QR150 (under 12 years) When: May 26 - June 6, Weekdays: 10am - 9pm; lectives working in a variety of media. SHIFTING SANDS QR100 (under 6 years) Weekends 2pm - 9pm QATAR MUSEUMS IN SPAIN – LOOKING AT Enjoy paddling through the mangroves witnessing a Venue: Katara Art Center, Building #5 When: Till July 7 THE WORLD AROUND YOU beautiful sunset and paddle back during moonrise. The International School of London Qatar’s Visual Venue: Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum BBQ set up, music exhibition performed by Ukrainian Arts Department will be presenting works of the Inter- When: Till June 19, 11am to 6pm This year the annual exhibition project by the MA musicians, refreshments, beach soccer games, pretation exhibition that represents a wide range of Venue: Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art Museum and Gallery Practice students at UCL Qatar changing facilities and portable toilet provided. ages and stages of artistic development and are se- Admission: Free has partnered with the Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Call/Whatsapp 30233207 for booking or visit https:// lected from the school’s IB Middle Years and Diplo- Organised by Fundacion Banco Santander and Qatar Thani Museum to create the exhibition. The exhibition entalek.rezdy.com/59546/sunset-mangrove-full-moon- ma Years Programmes. The strengths of the school’s Museums, the show features selected works from the seeks to highlight the changes of Qatar’s cultural kayak-tour Visual Arts programme provides a means whereby collections of QM, in celebration of modern and con- landscape through objects from the collection and temporary art illustrating the Arab world’s perspec- stories collected from citizens and residents. 06 Sunday, May 15, 2016 CITY CIRCUIT Over 20 designers from around the world to participate in Mbfwd TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK

ERCEDES-BENZ Fashion Week Doha (Mbfwd) will showcase over 20 designers from around the world including world renown brands. MOn Day 1, Meriem Belhayat (Morocco) will open the show followed by Saher Dia (Lebanon) Gazal Mishra (In- dia), Noor Al Mannai (Qatar), Jana (Qatar) AlMotahajiba (Qatar), Frames.Fashion (Qatar) and finally Finale by Kristina Fidelskaya (UAE). Day 2 will see Lamaz (Saudi Arabia), Keren Millen, Milly, Pinko, Sckali (Qatar), Malia Bennet Henry (Qatar) at the opening and Samant Chuhan at the closing show. On On Day 3, Fahad Hussayn (Pakistan) will open the show and will continue with Kara (UAE), Salma Musab (Kuwait), Yousef Akbar (Sydney), Mahnoor Ansari (Qatar) Invee (Turkey), Shaima Royal (Bahrain) and Sakba Mo- seeing this event positioned alongside global counterparts ness fashion shows and designs that are distinguished hammad Hamada (Kuwait). in New York, Miami, Berlin and Tokyo,” said event director by their creativity and modern touches. Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Doha will also select a Rahat Mansoor. continues to be an expression of one’s particular life- young emerging designer who recently completed a fash- NBK Automobiles Planning Head Mario Van Glahn style and the luxury brand reflects the style that con- ion course in Qatar. said, “It is through these initiatives we reiterate the veys their way of life.” “I am extremely thankful to the management of Mer- company’s commitment as supporters of the arts, Guests can register for e-invitation through MBFWD cedes-Benz Qatar and Nasser bin Khalid for their continu- fashion, sports, education and other fields. The second official website http://www.mbfashionweekdoha. ous support in promoting fashion. We look forward to edition of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Doha will wit- com/#!event-registeration/colm. Charming Charlie opens at Ezdan Mall

TRIBUNE NEWS NETWORK The Charming Charlie store in Doha “We’re thrilled to introduce the Charming Charlie offers unrivalled offers a full range of products including Charming Charlie brand to Qatar,” said value through high quality style and an HARMING Charlie, women’s fashion jewellery, handbags, apparel, Charming Charlie founder and CEO accessible price. Launched in 2004 by contemporary jewellery and ac- leather goods, scarves, watches, sun- Charlie Chanaratsopon. “As one of the Chanaratsopon, the brand is known for Ccessory retailer, opened at Ezdan glasses and special-occasion collection. world’s commercial capitals, Doha is merchandising its broad assortment of Mall. The store was inaugurated by The store showcases the brand’s newest an essential market for our expanding product by colour. US Ambassador to Qatar Dana Shell retail concept with signature double footprint in the Middle East. It’s excit- Charming Charlie has more than Smith. The 2,900 square foot store is doors in vibrant pink lacquer and a ing to bring Charming Charlie’s colour- 350 global retail stores across the operated by Apparel Group, Charming residential-style interior that mixes ful palette of accessories and playful United States, Canada, Middle East and Charlie’s international licensing part- feminine, mid-century accents with lux shopping experience to more women the Philippines. For more information, ner. materials and whimsical details. throughout the world.” visit www.charmingcharlie.com. 07 AROUND TOWN Sunday, May 15, 2016

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N a recent evening at the Italian Am- bassador to Qatar HE Guido De Sanc- tis’s house, 11 of the Obest Italian restaurants of the country were named and awarded Ospitalita Italiana (Hospital- ity Italy) plaques. Carluccio’s, La Spiga, Launched by the Italian gov- Paper Moon, Lo Spaghetto and Nonna ernment in 2009, the idea of the award Zanon. was to endorse Italian restaurants abroad that The select guest list included ambassadors of guaranteed typical quality standards of Italian at least 11 countries. hospitality. As the breeze picked up, those in attendance Led by the Italian Chamber of Commerce – seemed caught between the aroma of scrump- authorised by the Italian Government to select tious ware from the live cooking stations of the and evaluate the eateries in Qatar – the six- awarded restaurants and the lively notes from a month exercise ended with the naming of the double bass and electric guitar. awarded restaurants. These are Antica Pesa, Di Capri, Porcini, Italia Mia, La Piazza, La Cucina, (PHOTOGRAPHS: HANSON K JOSEPH) 08 Sunday, May 15, 2016 A

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HE Turkish Exporters Assembly together with internationally re- nowned Turkish fashion designer RabiaT Yalcın have launched the ‘Reﬂect Your Light with Kutnu’ project to empha- sise the importance of global peace and unity. The project, which is planned in many countries in times to come, was inaugurated Designer Rabia Yalcin bows to the audience at the end of the show. (PHOTOGRAPHS: RAFEEK PALAYOOR) at The Ritz-Carlton Doha with an exhibition and grand fashion show featuring the exclusive designs of Yalcin made with Kutnu fabric. Kutnu, a cornerstone under the cultural wealth of Turkey, is a blend of silk and cotton, which has its origins in the 16th Century Ottoman Empire and has been hand woven on the looms of the craftsmen of Designer Rabia Yalcin Gaziantep. It is rooted in powerful history and was traded along the Silk Road, considered a symbolic representation of peace and unity between different cultures without racial, religious and lingual discrimi- nation. The story of this fabric was reintroduced to the present world as a symbol of tolerance and global under- The exhibition of Kutnu fabric and designs. standing. Due to its special production and print- was king and all designs featured this ing process, Kutnu is exquisite fabric. Yalcin combined The accessories were either entirely made of produced in limited At the Rabia Yalcin Kutnu with velvet, chiffon and leather Kutnu or had elements of Kutnu in them. quantities and is not fashion show, all designs to create different looks. Her collection an easy material to featured the Kutnu fabric. featured fashionable work-wear clothes and leather skirts for an evening out. come by. with pant-suits, belted jackets and The accessories including belts, bags At the Rabia Yal- dresses that would be perfect for a day and shoes also were either entirely cin fashion show, Kutnu at the ofﬁce and elegant lacy dresses made of Kutnu or had elements of 09 AROUND TOWN Sunday, May 15, 2016

Kutnu in them. of Turkey projected on the walls during will not only benefit Turkey’s exports The focus of the evening the show and the upbeat music played. but also our country’s publicity and was a stunning bridal gown Yalcin said that the idea behind will bring our heritage out for the with intricate embroidery the project is ‘Don’t kill but let world to see. We invite every- and an atypical neckline live’ and they hope to accomplish one to reflect the light of unity, that stole the hearts of the this in every layer of the project. peace, and global understand- women in the audience. “I wanted to use the ing.” The highlight ancient fabric of Kutnu for He said that they chose Qatar of the designs was my collection as it is known as the starting point of the project the use of ancient in history as a symbol because Qatar, like Tur- embroidery. Yalcin of peaceful coexist- key, has undertaken the took the embroi- ence. I have now responsibility to promote dery from clothes taken Kutnu and peace in the region. “We from the previous have reintroduced it hope the good relation- century, mended and to make the world ship between these two refurbished them and aware of the great- countries will be a valu- ﬁxed them onto her ness and beauty of able model for both the designs, bringing a Turkish crafts.” region and the world,” piece of the past into The motto he said. her creations. of the Turkish The chief guest of The collection Exporters As- the evening, Turkish featured Kutnu in sembly, ‘Turkey, Ambassador to Qatar vivid colours as well Discovery The HE Ahmet Demirok as subdued pastel Potential’ in- said, “Today, unfor- The bridal gown with intricate embroidery and hues and exuberant vites the world tunately, 60 mil- atypical neckline that stole the hearts of the shades of gold that to discover lion people have women in the audience. not only brought the historical, been displaced out the best of the natural and due to war and fabric but also the cultural wealth crisis. Our re- distinctiveness of the of Turkey. gion desperately designs. The inter- The Turk- needs a symbol of national experience ish Assembly peace and global of the designer, who has a vision understanding as never has previously been for 2023, which is before. Geographically and awarded as ‘The Most the 100th anniver- historically, Turkish land Innovative Fashion sary of the Turkish has always been symbolic of Designer’ in New York republic, to increase humanitarianism. Based on Haute Couture Fash- Turkish exports such heritage, we are known ion Week was evident through research for enhancing peace and unity from the remarkable and development, and are always extending our show presentation design and brand- caring hands for those in need. that included videos ing. I believe this project will be Turkish Exporters in line towards peace and will Assembly Chairman Mehmet Buy- prove how arts can contribute ukeksi said, “Bringing to light to the awakening of the Kutnu fabric along with consciousness.” Gaziantep and Turkey’s historical richness

Yalcin combined Kutnu with velvet, chiffon and leather to create different looks.

The collection featured fashionable work-wear clothes with pant-suits, belted jackets and dresses that would be perfect for a day at the office and elegant lacy dresses and leather skirts for an evening out. 10 Sunday, May 15, 2016 LIFESTYLE Selling surfers a new way to ride the waves NYT SYNDICATE “If you want this email us and the first person gets it.” NTREPRENEURS face many Those boards sell within 10 minutes, obstacles in starting a new he said. But it’s the company’s “ambas- business, but the founders sador” programme that has been its of Slyde Handboards face a most effective strategy, Angela Watts particularly daunting one: said. This special category of customer Ehow to create a market for a product combines the idea of a brand ambassa- most people have never heard of and for dor with a loyalty rewards programme. a sport they know nothing about. Ambassadors are customers so passion- Yet over the course of five years, ate about the company’s handboards — Slyde Handboards has and so active on social media — that they grown into a robust com- gain access to a special Facebook group pany through the use of and a 30 percent discount on boards, creative marketing tactics which range in price from $119 to $199. that tap into a world where The ambassadors, of which there are GoPro videos celebrate Photographed using a camera attached to his wrist, now about 50, are considered part of unusual sports and startups Steve Watts, a co-founder of Slyde Handboards. the Slyde team, Angela Watts said. “We can harness social media — invite them around for brainstorm ses- and their fans — to spread sions, and they are our first focus group. the word. They post their videos and photos on The idea for Slyde was social media and send them to us, too.” born on a beach in Durban, Slyde also has an employee dedicated to South Africa, where Steve managing social media and staying con- Watts spent his childhood nected to customers. surfing and swimming. He and his Another big break for the company friends especially liked to bodysurf the came after its appearance on the televi- coastline known for its challenging surf, sion show ‘Shark Tank’ in mid-April. with the help of flat, wave-riding objects There, too, the firm faced sceptical ques- like flip-flops, Frisbees and even fast- tions about its ability to break into the food trays. mainstream surf market. When their surfboards became too But as a result of their pitch, celebrity worn and waterlogged to use, they broke investor Mark Cuban and actor Ashton them apart, took off the fibreglass, and Kutcher invested a combined $200,000, shaped the foam inside into five or six with each taking an 11 percent owner- different hand-held boards. These hand- ship in return. boards allowed users to move faster and Cuban said Slyde could gain expo- have more control in the water. sure through Tower Paddle Boards, By the time he was 16, Watts wanted the stand-up paddle board company to create his own line of bodysurfing Steve and Angela Watts, two of the co-founders of Slyde Handboards, with their bodysurfing handboards. in which he is an investor. “You’d walk handboards. right into a huge customer base,” he told “There was no brand associated with Angela Ferendo, who is now Watts’ wife, succeed. Although they are still a very the couple on the episode. Kutcher, who them back then,” he said. “You had to joined the company in 2013. She had small part of that market, in the last two is also a co-founder of the Los Angeles make your own if you wanted one.” worked for two other startups, one a years Smith has noticed increasing inter- venture capital firms A-Grade Invest- After studying product design in food delivery service and the other a tech est in bodysurfing handboards. “We’re ments and Sound Ventures, suggested London and San Francisco, Watts even- company, and understands the inherent seeing them sold in mainstream surf that he could build out a Facebook mar- tually made his way to Los Angeles. In challenges in introducing a new product shops now,” he said. keting strategy for their online retailing 2010, he won the green card lottery. to a market. Like other startup founders, the operations. The same week he signed the paper- But at Slyde, there was the added Wattses had very little money for mar- In 2011, when Slyde’s first board hit work for US residency, he also intro- burden of inventing a market for a prod- keting, so they have turned to low-cost the market, revenue was $20,000 and duced Slyde and was soon helped by a uct and popularising a sport. ways of marketing their products to Steve Watts was hand-shaping each surfing student of his, Russell Ellers. Few people know about handboard- build brand loyalty. They rely heavily on board in Ellers’ Venice Beach garage. Ellers had become a close friend and ing because it has been a niche within Google AdWords, as well as Facebook Today, it has two other full-time lent Watts both $130,000 and his Ven- surfing since the early 1990s, said Sean and Instagram, and personally answer employees and projects 2016 revenue ice Beach garage to start the company. Smith, executive director of the Surf every email and phone call. In addi- will be about $1 million, in large part as That investment converted to equity, Industry Manufacturers Association, tion, each order includes a handwritten a result of its success on ‘Shark Tank’. and Ellers is now a co-founder and 30 a nonprofit trade association. And thank-you note. (Without the exposure and investment, percent owner. bodysurfing as a sport tends to be “very Slyde’s website features verified Angela Watts estimated revenue would Slyde released its first handboard, cliquish and hard-core,” Smith said. “It’s reviews from customers, and Steve be closer to $295,000.) The boards are the Wedge, in 2011, a far more sophisti- considered one of the purest forms of Watts does “off-the-cuff guerilla-style made in a family-run factory in Taiwan, cated version of the boards Watts, now surfing.” marketing,” he said. Among those in- and Slyde has moved to San Clemente, 39, made as a teenager. New products in the surfing market clude posting a photo of a one-of-a-kind California. Last year, revenue was The company’s third co-founder, generally must be perceived as “cool” to handboard on Instagram with the note: $180,000. 11 HOLLYWOOD Sunday, May 15, 2016

LeToya Luckett, Timberlake on acting and Lady Gaga to star in music producing for Trolls Dionne Warwick biopic REUTERS

USTIN Timberlake says AP working on upcoming ani- Jmation Trolls became “like ESTINY’S Child alum an embarrassment of riches” as LeToya Luckett will star he was able to combine his act- as Dionne Warwick in a ing and music skills as well as go planned biopic of the R&B to work everyday at a location singer. close to his family. DThe 75-year-old Warwick was in The film, set for release in Cannes to announce the project, which November, sees Timberlake will also co-star Lady Gaga, Danny playing cynical troll Branch, Glover and Olympia Dukakis. Gaga is an outsider in an overly happy world of trolls. Timberlake also served as executive producer on the film’s soundtrack, mixing original compositions with mash-ups of classics songs. “I have always wanted Dionne Warwick to work on a soundtrack LeToya after getting to explore to play the late British singer Luckett acting in film and hav- Cilla Black. ing done a ton of music The ﬁlm, based on Warwick’s over the years, at some memoir My Life As I See It, will point wanting to combine focus on the years 1962 through those was always something 1968. The ﬁve-time Grammy winner’s that I wanted to do,” he said in Lady hits include Say a Little Prayer and Cannes, where the movie had its Gaga That’s What Friends Are For. launch. AMBI Pictures will produce. The “This became like an em- recently launched AMBI, founded barrassment of riches because by Italian producer Andrea Ier- you’re actually in the movie and volino, made headlines earlier you’re playing one of the sup- this year when it claimed to porting roles to the lead, and be distributing a movie star- getting to do all the music. It’s ring the Pope. The Vatican like – sign me up!” quickly denied that. Dionne is being shopped for buyers in Cannes. ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel launches ‘campaign’ for veep

AP He’s not the first comic to lampoon politics in such a manner: Pat Paulsen ATE-NIGHT comic Jimmy Kim- got laughs for his bid for president in mel says he’s looking for a new 1968, and Stephen Colbert launched a Ljob – vice president of the United short-lived campaign before the 2008 States. election. The ABC jokester launched his Kimmel says he’d never stop fighting “campaign” on his show with a speech for his fellow Americans, unless ‘Game on Hollywood Boulevard. Kimmel says of Thrones’ is on, then he’d stop for as “it’s time to take our country back! From long as it takes for him to figure out Justin Timberlake Jimmy Kimmel whom? I don’t know, but I want it back.” what’s going on in the show. 12 Sunday, May 15, 2016 BOLLYWOOD

Film: Azhar Rating: ++ Azhar Director: Tony D’souza : A poor innings Cast: Emraan Hashmi, Prachi Desai, Nargis Fakhri, Kunal Roy Kapur, Lara Dutta, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Gautam Gulati. NOW PLAYING IN DOHA THEATRES of half truths

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AZHAR, based on the life of Mohammad Azharuddin, the legendary cricketer from Hy- Aderabad, is bound to arouse curiosity and attract cricket fans and cinegoers to theatres. However, this dramatised version of Azhar’s life, as stated in the disclaimer, is neither an honest depiction nor a captivating one. Chronicling Azharuddin’s life selec- tively, with a focus on the three match- fixing allegations which were a stigma on his cricketing career and earned him a ban from cricket, the film lacks drama and entertainment and does not delve deep into his life. A combination of innuendoes about other cricketers and courtroom scenes, the film hurriedly skims through some parts of his life and ends up being a half-baked attempt at re- deeming Azharuddin, which A promotional photo of the filmAzhar . too, it does not succeed in doing. Azhar lacks pace and pulls it off with an interesting get-up. offers nothing exciting to the viewer. energy. The narration drags Kulbhushan Kharbanda as Azhar’s Some of the dialogues, albeit feebly and is not riveting. Nowhere Azhar. maternal grandfather, Wajehuddin, with inspirational, elicit a response from the does the film throw light on Nargis Fakhri and Emraan Hashmi in a still from the film his distinct Hyderabadi accent, leaves an audience. any aspect of his life that the of her. Nargis Fakhri as impact even in his limited screen time. The production values are decent audience doesn’t know already. Sangeeta, his second wife, is an eyesore Some of the other supporting actors and it is only the stadium scenes of Emraan Hashmi as Azhar makes as she is heavily made-up and is all pout. perform well. Unfortunately, a compe- cricket matches which appear closest to a sincere effort and that is evident in She is neither a good performer, nor tent actor like Varun Badola as Kapil is the real ones. The rest of the film is an fact only in his scenes on the ground. does her glamour quotient, if any, add wasted. intentional and convenient deviation In scenes at home, or in the court, he any value to the film. Director Tony D’souza and writer from Azhar’s life with a focus on vindi- expresses himself in a restrained man- Lara Dutta as Meera, the lawyer, is Rajat Arora fail to do justice to a subject cating him. ner, which becomes monotonous, with competent and has a commanding screen which had the potential of becoming an The music too goes unheard and is his repetitive, limited expressions. presence. Kunal Roy Kapur as Reddy, interesting film, had it taken the route of a not even worth a mention. Prachi Desai as his first wife Naureen Azhar’s friend and lawyer, attempts yet well-told biopic. Instead, this lazily-craft- With half-truths and sans entertain- is diffident, but delivers what is expected another unusual character and almost ed screenplay, which goes into flashbacks, ment, Azhar is uninspiring.

No marriage plans right now: Swara Bhaskar

IANS totally counter factual. There are no marriage plans right now. We are both busy with our re- WARA Bhaskar has denied rumours that spective careers. To top that, I, for one, am too Swara she is planning to get married to writer broke to get married.” Bhaskar SHimanshu Sharma. She says they are dat- Opening up further on her relationship, ing, happy and committed – but busy with their Swara, who has also featured in movies like careers as of now. Raanjhanaa and Nil Battey Sannata, said, “Yes, There were reports that the Prem Ratan we are dating and are happy and committed. Dhan Payo star will be tying the knot with Tanu Now you know why Himanshu is my favourite Weds Manu: Returns scriptwriter by the end of dialogue writer.” the year. Her latest release Nil Battey Sannata has Denying these, Swara said: “The news was received positive reviews. 13 BOLLYWOOD Sunday, May 15, 2016

I leave my character on the set when I return home: Irrfan No pressure: Sonam on SEASONED actor Irrfan Irrfan Khan says Khan he never digs into his personal ex- Cannes red carpet look periences to draw inspiration for his onscreen characters IANS as he feels it can turn “dangerous.” “Never! I never do that. Because if HE impressed some when you begin to delve deep into your own she flaunted an overwhelm- personal emotions and experiences it can ing nose ring, and received get very dangerous for you. I never draw brickbats for a lime green connections between my own life and frou frou Elie Saab gown the characters I play. Sduring past appearances on the fa- “I leave my characters on the sets mous Cannes Film Festival red carpet. when I return home,” he said. Irrfan’s next But actress Sonam Kapoor says she movie Madaari features him as a father doesn’t think about the feedback and who loses his child. concentrates on following the mantra, There are reports that Madaari is “Be yourself.” about vigilantism but the actor says “As opposed to what people would otherwise. assume, I don’t really think about it “I don’t play a vigilante in Madaari. at all. There is no pressure on me... I play a man who feels the system has I don’t take myself too seriously,” collapsed completely and there is a need Sonam said. for a reform. My character is not based “I’ve always felt great in everything on any one individual. Nor is the film an I’ve worn and it has always appealed attack on a political ideology,” he said. to my sensibilities,” added the Khoo- “It’s a very powerful subject. But the bsurat actress, who is amongst the drama and human emotions are not most stylish actresses in Bollywood. drowned in the thriller. While the narra- The Neerja star also shared a tip to tive remains true to the genre, the human bring the best at the carpet. emotions get a lot of play. This is what I “The best way to bring your A- like about this script.” (IANS) game on the red carpet is to be yourself,” Sonam said. Sonam Kapoor in a stunning blue Ralph & Russo gown at the 2015 Cannes. Known for her chic sense of fashion Sleepless nights for Priyanka whether in sari, gown, dress or casual “It is something to be proud about. to the experience. L’Oreal is the best during Baywatch shoot outfit, the L’Oreal Paris brand ambas- Our films too are making a big splash host,” added Sonam, who will next be sador will take to the 69th Cannes at the festival and I’m happy to repre- seen in her home production Veerey PRIYANKA Chopra is busy filming Film Festival red carpet on Sunday sent the country in whatever capacity Di Wedding. Baywatch and she says night shoots and Monday, as well as attend the am- I can.” At Cannes, actress Mallika Shera- have made her “oblivion of sleep.” fAR gala – a charity event taking place The Khoobsurat star is associ- wat has already walked the red carpet “Oblivion... Such an interesting word.. at the festival. ated with the Cannes Film Festival for her film Time Raider, and Aish- Oblivion of sleep.. N so much more To- Asked to comment on how film for the sixth time and she says she warya Rai Bachchan was seen there on night.. #Nightshoots #Baywatch,” Priya- festivals as big as Cannes see mostly looks forward to the experience. “It Friday. The latter’s film Sarbjit will be nka posted on Twitter. The 33-year-old women from Bollywood, Sonam said: feels wonderful. I always look forward screened at the gala. ‘Quantico’ actress is playing the villain Victoria Leeds in Baywatch which also stars Dwayne Johnson, Zac Efron, Alex- andra Daddario and Kelly Rohrbac. Nargis missing Housefull 3 promotions due to bad health The original ‘Bay- watch’ TV series star David Hasselhoff PTI thinning and mild socket dis- The spokesperson added that con- and Pamela location along with burning trary to media reports, Nargis has no Anderson will ARGIS Fakhri won’t be avail- of the stomach lining due to plan of quitting Bollywood and will make an ap- able for the promotions of her poisoning,” the spokesperson soon be back on sets of Banjo. pearance in Nupcoming comedy, Housefull said in a statement. “She will be back to complete the film. It is 3, as she is flying back home to New “Due to her deteriorating the pending patchwork for Banjo slated to be York for a month-long rest, says her condition, she had to request in June. She has already verbally released spokesperson. Shooting for three films Sajid and bail out of Housefull agreed to two other projects in May – Azhar, Housefull and Banjo – simul- 3 promotions to go back for 2017 before she left 2017. taneously has taken a toll on the ac- home to New York for a and will complete the (PTI) tress and she is now taking time off to month to recuperate,” paperwork when she’s address her health issues and injuries. the spokesperson said. back. That coupled with “Nargis has been extremely over- Nadiadwala said, her brand commitments worked working on 3 films simultane- “Our priority is Nargis’s that extend over multiple ously over the last year. For someone health. We do hope that years, is testament of her who’s used to doing one film at a time, she recovers fast and staying here for good. this was quite a bit for Nargis. “She has can be there around the Priyanka been unwell right through the Azhar release of the film as she Chopra promotions with multiple injuries – is an integral part of the Nargis Fakhri torn hamstring, anterior knee ligament Housefull 3 team.” 14 Sunday, May 15, 2016

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