Thursday, 22 June 2017
Musicians rejoice on World Music Day
Wishing all music lovers on the occasion of #World_Music_Day on Wednesday, some of the Indian musicians say the celebration of music should not be restricted to one day since the "world breathes music, every moment, everyday".
While legendary sarod player Amjad Ali Khan gave his blessings to all music enthusiasts, fusion group Midival Punditz shared a song from their archives on social media.
Here is what musicians had to say on World Music Day:
Amjad Ali Khan: A day in honour of Music. Wish all music lovers a very peaceful World Music Day. God Bless.
Midival Punditz: One from our archives. This was a recording we did in 2006, on World Music Day.
Don't endorse GST, Congress urges Amitabh
The Congress' Mumbai unit on Wednesday asked megastar #Amitabh_Bachchan to refrain from acting as the Brand Ambassador for the upcoming Goods & Services Tax #GST being rolled out from July 1.
"Both Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) and Finance Minister (Arun Jaitley) know that the government is not ready nor does it have the infrastructure to roll out GST. That's why it is using a legend like Amitabh Bachchan so that he becomes the fall guy and has to face the brickbats," Mumbai Congress President Sanjay Nirupam said in a statement.
Nirupam noted that he had the utmost respect for the superstar and hence "wanted to caution him" against being used by government on the issue of GST.
How to wear chinos this summer
Whether it is a casual business get-up or weekend, #chinos is workable both ways, say experts.
Deepak Saroha, the designer from the house of John Players, and Manik Malhotra, designer from Wills Lifestyle, have listed some points to be remembered when you plan on wearing chinos on various occasions.
* Work: Not possible to wear shorts to work? There is an easy way out to cover your bare legs without getting roasted in this heat - wear chinos. Remember, your chinos shouldn't be low rise and they should fit more like dress trousers. You should be cautious in maintaining a clean line from the waist to the opening of the leg.
Poonam Pandey Celebrates International YOGA Day
On the occasion of #InternationalYogaDay, Internet Sensation #PoonamPandey who is immensely popular among her followers for posting raunchy and sexy pictures everytime on her social media account has now done special photo shoot for Yoga but even before Poonam could share these pictures online with her fans, a few pictures from the photo shoot have been leaked online and they have gone viral. People have been sharing this picture across various platforms to wish each other and her fans definitely loving it. Poonam also admits that she has reaped immense benefits from yoga.
Talking about the pictures leaking incident Poonam said, “I never expected that my pictures will get leaked even before, I posted it on social media and will get viral in such short period of time. It just shows fans excitement for my photo shoots but I am certainly happy that my followers are giving me really good feedback for that”
Yoga has changed the lives of many people across the world, so it is no surprise that Poonam Pandey has adopted it as an essential part of her lifestyle. The gorgeous actress, who is famous for her raunchy pictures on social media, also likes to do yoga as a part of her health regime.
Talking about benefits of yoga, Poonam said, “Yoga didn’t just help me with my body; I also became fitter from within. It helped me to focus better. In the movies and my modeling assignments, we may look very glamorous and fit, but believe me, not many of us are actually fit from within. Yoga has helped me achieve that.”
Rome pays tribute to Carla Fendi
Roman dignitaries paid tribute to late fashion icon and philanthropist #Carla_Fendi, whose remains laid in state at Rome City Hall on Wednesday.
Rome Mayor Virginia Raggi and former mayor, Francesco Rutelli, were among those who showed up to say a last goodbye to the honorary president of the famous fashion house, who died Monday at the age of 80, Xinhua news agency reported.
"Always perfectly turned out with a tan and a signature short crop of curly hair, she was a force of nature," Vogue magazine wrote in its obituary.
"With her drive, her passion, her exacting eye, and her great skills as an ambassador, she played a pivotal role in establishing the foundations of Fendi's success," the leading fashion monthly wrote.
Wednesday, 21 June 2017
Tulsi Kumar to release a mashup on World Music Day
Singer #Tulsi_Kumar, who has completed 10 years in the music industry and has given hits like "Soch Na Sake" and "Sanam Re", is set to release a mashup of two romantic soulful songs "Tum Jo Aaye" and "Tuse Naina Laage" on World Music Day.
"On World Music Day, my track featuring Armaan Malik (singer) is going to release. ‘Tum Jo Aaye' and ‘Tuse Naina Laage' have been fused together with the set of musicians. It will be all across the platforms like YouTube and will also be airing on TV," Kumar told.
Tulsi, who worked on the original song "Tum Jo Aaye" from the film "Once Upon A Time In Mumbai", says working on the track again was not difficult.
B-Town celebrities celebrate International Yoga Day
Sharing photographs in yoga positions and urging their fans and followers to follow it, a string of Bollywood celebrities like Hema Malini, Juhi Chawla and #Shilpa_Shetty celebrated the #InternationalYogaDay on Wednesday.
Here's what some of the celebrities tweeted:
Hema Malini: Today (is) International Yoga Day. On this day let's take a pledge to adopt Yoga and keep us and our society in good health. I practice yoga every day too.
Shekhar Kapur: Lessons of Life: In this one moment lies an endless Ocean. Yoga. International Yoga Day.
Madhur Bhandarkar: Our ancient science has become the elixir of modern times. May we all progress on the path of health and bliss this International Yoga Day.
'Sherlock' team reuniting for new 'Dracula' series
Writers and producers of the hit detective series #Sherlock is reuniting for a new take on the Bram Stoker vampire classic #Dracula. Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat will write the series, and Sue Vertues Hartswood Films will produce.
"Dracula" will adopt the same format as "Sherlock," with a miniseries run of feature-length episodes, reports variety.com.
"Sherlock" propelled actor Benedict Cumberbatch to international stardom for his portrayal of Holmes. With scripts not yet written, casting is yet to happen for "Dracula".
Moffat and Gatiss last worked together for "Sherlock" but have said there are no current plans for a new series of "Sherlock,". However, they have not ruled out returning to write more episodes in the future.
'Godzilla 2' filming begins
Filming of #Godzilla_2 has begun here. The production houses Warner Bros and Legendary Pictures have announced the news touting the full cast, official synopsis and production details of the upcoming movie.
While the project was previously known as "Godzilla: King of Monsters", the statement issued by the production houses doesn't refer to the film by any title, which means that the title might be changing, reports aceshowbiz.com.
Michael Dougherty is serving as director for the film.
The cast includes Ken Watanabe and Sally Hawkins, who will reprise their roles from the first movie, as well as new additions -- Vera Farmiga, Kyle Chandler and Millie Bobby Brown.
Keep few tips in mind before you take an inter-city cab
If you are travelling inter-city for work or pleasure, especially, if you are travelling alone, make sure the driver has a #taxi_badge and check the license, say experts.
Vivek Kejriwal, founder at Oneway.cab (one way inter-city cab service provider) and Aditya Loomba, joint managing director at ECO Rent A Car (luxury car rentals company), have rolled out key tips to keep in mind:
* Have you witnessed a scenario where the actual driver who comes to pick-you up is different than nominated by the company? This should immediately raise an alarm. The company has legally vetted original driver whereas replacement driver may be a rookie temporary driver.
Many people don't know that a Taxi Badge is required (issued by RTO after through examination) to drive a Taxi.
Jewellery tips for the season
Summer is the right time for ushering fabulous #fashion_trends, be it apparel, #jewellery, footwear or accessories. As the mercury soars high, adorning oneself with minimal jewels has become a new trend.
Nishant Tulsiani, Director at Anaqa and Parneet Thukral, co-founder at Gioielli have listed few tips:
* Tassels are quite in vogue these days. Be it danglers, chokers or ear cuffs, tassels have become a trending choice among young ladies.
* Swarovski stones are another great style trending this season. Giving a luxe essence yet confining to your budget, stunning and chic neckpieces, danglers and rings embellished with crystals can be an interesting addition to your summer wardrobe.
* Single and double layered chains with edgy pendants are a must-have.
Spider-Man is one superhero I always wished to play: Tiger Shroff
Actor #Tiger_Shroff, who is the voice of Spider-Man in the Hindi version of #SpiderManHomecoming, says it is one superhero character he always wanted to play.
"I can't express enough my excitement to be the voice of my childhood superhero Spider-Man in Hindi. I have grown up watching Spider-Man movies and I must say that he is the one superhero character I have always wished to play," Tiger said in a statement.
The actor had announced his association with the project on his social media handles earlier on Tuesday.
Sony Pictures Entertainment India is releasing the film in India on July 7 in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.
Italian fashion designer Carla Fendi dead
Italian luxury fashion designer #Carla_Fendi has died at the age of 79 after a long illness, her family announced on Tuesday.
Fendi, who died on Monday, played a key role along with her four sisters in developing and expanding her parents' small leather workshop, transforming the business into a global luxury fashion brand.
The fashion legend had a strong bond with long-standing creative director Karl Lagerfeld, who helped design clothes, furs and accessories.
The company later expanded into ready-to-wear, shoes, perfume, household goods and children's wear. In her later years, Fendi became a well-known patron of the arts and Italian craftsmanship.
Fendi had a lifelong commitment to her native city's culture and heritage and the foundation she set up with her husband Candido funded the restoration of Rome's famous Trevi Fountain.
SRK to release film song with girls named ‘Sejal'
Bollywood superstar #Shah_Rukh_Khan, who will be seen alongside #Anushka_Sharma in #JabHarrymetSejal, will release the films first song, titled "Radha", here in the presence of a few girls named Sejal.
The makers of the Imtiaz Ali directorial had initiated a contest that would result in the actor visiting the city that has the majority of girls named Sejal -- Anushka's character in the film, read a statement.
While Ahmedabad emerged as the winner, Shah Rukh will visit the city on Wednesday to meet the girls and to release the first track of the film.
The film stars Shah Rukh as a Punjabi, named Harinder Singh Nehra.
'Mubarakan' should be Arjun's most successful film: Anil Kapoor
Actor #Anil_Kapoor, who will be sharing screen space with his nephew actor #Arjun_Kapoor in the forthcoming film #Mubarakan, says he wanted the movie to be Arjun's best and successful film ever.
"When Boney Kapoor or Arjun's mother watch this film, or for that matter all our friends, it should be Arjun's most successful film ever. When the movie will become successful, only then Anees (Bazmee) and I will be happy. That is the spirit with which we have made this film," Anil said at the trailer launch of the film here on Tuesday.
"Mubarakan", which also features Ileana D'Cruz and Athiya Shetty, is a first of its kind real-life "uncle and nephew" outing for Anil and Arjun in comedy genre.
Hygiene tips for men before going on a date
A date is as special an occasion for men as for women and there are some important #hygiene tips that you must follow to stand out. Trimming your hair and scrubbing your face can make an impact, say experts.
Beauty and Makeover Expert, Aashmeen Munjal, and Ridhi Arya, Dermatologist at Me Clinic have rolled out tips for men:
* Upkeep your hair with regular trimming, your hairstyle must remain well-proportioned from all sides including the nape and behind the ears, to look attractive.
* Watch out for dandruff, a common hair problem which gets ignored time and again. Consult a dermatologist if you have dandruff from long time as it could have many reasons ranging from your skin type to your diet.
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