CHANDIGARH INDEX


A different take
Dev Mangat, producer of under-production English movie Little Terrors, acknowledges there is more to Punjabi movies than the same set of ideas
The cast and crewmembers of Little terrors
It feels good to hear about a Punjabi NRI moviemaker working on a subject that has nothing to do with Jat, Jatt Da Badla, or better still, NRIs!
Dev Mangat, the producer of under-production English movie Little Terrors, acknowledges there is more to Punjab and Punjabis than the same set of ideas, rehashed over and over again. Shooting in Fatehgarh Sahib, the cast and crew of Little Terrors is a good mix of Indian and international artists.


The cast and crewmembers of Little terrors

F(e)asting away
Punjabis love their food and a quick look across the eateries in the city only confirms it. With the nine-day navratras in full swing and many observing fasts, restaurants are making sure they dish out the best. And this spread is not only limited to singhare ki puri and aloo ki sabji, sabudane vadas, kele ke pakode, badam lacha, khoya sweets, sabudana / swang uttapam, shakarkandi aur aloo ki chaat (crispy fried sweet potato and potato), seb ka halwa, Makhmali palak paneer and kaju potli — there is a range of snacks, meals and desserts to choose from.

All that glitter!
Has the skyrocketing price of gold kept the customers away or is there still a devoted bunch of buyers? Jigyasa Kapoor Chimra finds out
A rich man's wife's possession…it's the glitter of gold that catches the eye. Fit for window-shopping, the soaring price of yellow metal has just left most women wanting for more!

Question of a pill
It's an ongoing battle - those in favour perceive it as a mere 'pop a pill' act at the right time to get rid of unwanted pregnancy. And then there is a faction that worries about the serious socio-cultural implications if the medicines are made available over the counter.
The debate on the seldom discussed Medical termination of pregnancy (MTP) pill was recently set after the advertisements inevitably caught attention, for the subject is new on Indian TV. The advertisements - a mother taking her daughter to a doctor who suggests pills to terminate pregnancy and a young lady who doesn't want a second child due to financial problems - reflect the real problems of people.

Matka chowk
Wealth of the common
The Commonwealth of Nations was set up by the British to foster a spirit of (false, in my opinion) autonomy amongst the dominions, who shared only one common factor – allegiance to the British crown.  In 1891, Reverend Ashley Cooper wrote in the Times the utility of a sporting competition to increase goodwill and understanding of the British Empire. And here we are in 2010 – hosting an international event whose motto is “Humanity – Equality and Destiny.” India’s destiny is in our own hands now.

Sublime verses
Parminderjeet with Ramendra Jakhu(R). Punjabi poet Parminderjeet comes up with his latest collection Tan-Takia
Acclaimed Urdu poet Sahir Ludhinavi’s couplet, Duniyan ne tazarbato hawadish ki shaql mein jo kuchh mujhe diya hai lautaa raha hoon mein, stands true for the life experiences of Punjabi poet and editor Parminderjeet. At the release ceremony of his book Tan-Takia, organised by Kayanaat Arts at Punjab Kala Bhawan, he says, “Poetry is a sublime art and only the blessed souls, gifted with vision and flair for expression, can leave a mark in the realm.”
Parminderjeet with Ramendra Jakhu(R).

Decorative items on display at the exhibition at Hotel Taj One for all!
Its raining exhibitions and why not…the festival season is already here! Showcasing chic apparels, flowing fabrics, twinkling trinkets, shiny handbags, elegant footwear, along with home décor items, kid stuff and elegant artefacts; Rituals, designer vista exhibition at Hotel Taj, opened with a grand footfall on Saturday.

Decorative items on display at the exhibition at Hotel Taj

Animated success
Vindoo Dara Singh, son of veteran wrestler and actor Dara Singh is ready to take centrestage with 2D animation film Lava Kusa – The Warrior Twins. Vindoo has lent his voice to the character of Lord Hanuman in the film. Following his father’s footsteps (Dara Singh played the role of Hanuman in the hit television serial Ramayana), Vindoo Dara Singh talks to Lifestyle about performing the role of Hanuman in many films and how he enjoyed lending his voice to the character of Hanuman in this film.

Bedsheets at the exhibition at Hotel Aroma Charity calling
True to its name, the exhibition, Stitches of love, at Hotel Aroma is all about charity. On exhibition are lovely hand-embroidered suits, baby clothes, bedsheets, tablecloths and hand-knitted shawls and sweaters.



Bedsheets at the exhibition at Hotel Aroma

Get lucky
This festive season, Godrej Appliances announces the 'Har Din Lakhpati, Har Din Diwali Offer - a scratch card cash-back offer, which will grant 45 consumers a chance to win Rs one lakh everyday for 45 days, starting from October 1.

Rishabh Chaturvedi(L) and Farookh Ali Moon Dynamic duo
Rishabh and Farookh set for Chote Ustaad finale
Rishabh Chaturvedi is all of 12; a Class VII student from Amritsar who loves to sing and play cricket, but coming Sunday he is vying for the title of Chote Ustaad, along with his Pakistani mate Farookh Ali Moon. "All members of our family are inclined towards music, in fact, we rather sing to each other than talk." And under the able guidance of his father and guru, Rishabh has reached the grand finale of Chote Ustaad.






Rishabh Chaturvedi(L) and Farookh Ali Moon

Designs of her own
She is known for her risqué outfits and now fans of pop star Katy Perry too can wear her trademark fashions as she is launching her own line of clothes.

Bollywood actor Mallika Sherawat during a promotional event for her upcoming film Hiss.
Twin Image: Bollywood actor Mallika Sherawat during a promotional event for her upcoming film Hiss. — PTI photo

Twittering away
Hollywood beauty Lindsay Lohan who is currently in court-ordered rehab is being treated for her addiction to the social networking website Twitter.

Oh Really!
Post Bigg Boss, Sameer Soni plans wedding, direction
Model-turned-actor Sameer Soni has major plans after his stint on reality show Bigg Boss 4 - he will tie the knot with former actress and now jewellery designer Neelam Kothari and direct a movie.

Of first impressions
Pop star Lily Allen who recently launched her own label of vintage clothes, has received an unfavourable review from Hollywood fashionista Sarah Jessica Parker.

Please call me Aishwarya
It seems that Bollywood actor Aishwarya Rai is tired of people addressing her by her nickname "Ash" and has requested them to call her by her full name.

Picks & piques
Movie, masti, magic…
Three films hit the big screens this week. There’s Crook from the Bhatt family starring their lucky family member Emraan Hashmi, Do Duni Char hoping to resurrect the Neetu-Rishi magic and the 2D animation effort Lava –Kusa from the Ketan Mehta-Deepa Sahi run Maya animation. Of the three Do Duni Char is the best bet for a good time at the cinemas this week. Read on…