Wednesday, 21 June 2017

I really respect, adore Paresh Rawal: Kartik Aaryan

Actor #Kartik_Aaryan, who shared screen space with veteran actor and BJP MP #Paresh_Rawal in #GuestIinLondon, says he respects him a lot and looks up to him whenever in need.

i-really-respect-adore-paresh-rawal-kartik-aaryan
"Paresh sir is someone I'm really close to in the industry. He's one of the few gems in showbiz who genuinely guides and helps his co-stars. We bonded really well during the shoot," Kartik said in a statement.

"While working with him in ‘Guest in London', I got to learn so much. Today after the film is wrapped up and ready for release, I'm still in touch with him and ask him if in doubt. I really respect and adore him," he added.

Preity Zinta excited about women's safety project

Actress #Preity_Zinta says she is excited for her "new beginnings" on executing her women's safety project.

preity-zinta-excited-about-womens-safety-project
The actress took to Twitter on Tuesday and said that she is in Pune for the project. 

"Nice to be in Pune and even better to take the first major step towards executing my women's safety project. So excited. Ting. New beginnings," Preity tweeted. 

Earlier this week, the 42-year-old actress announced that she is coming up with her own make-up line.

Smashbox founder excited for India expansion

#Davis_Factor, founder of #Smashbox -- a Los Angeles based cosmetic brand that was launched in India earlier this week, says he is excited to bring the experience of his make-up brand to India.

smashbox-founder-excited-for-india-expansion
The cosmetics brand opened its first counter in Sephora in the Palladium Mall here om June 16.

"Namaste India! I'm so excited for you to experience everything Smashbox is -- energetic, trendy, creative and colour obsessed. From LA to Mumbai, let's get this colour story started!" Davis Factor, founder, Smashbox Cosmetics, said in a statement.

Ramdev guides through massive yoga event in Ahmedabad

Thousands of people performed #yoga at the sprawling Gujarat University grounds here early on Wednesday despite light showers in what was claimed to be the world's biggest congregation exercising together.

ramdev-guides-through-massive-yoga-event-in-ahmedabad
Led by yoga guru Baba Ramdev, BJP President Amit Shah, Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel and former Chief Minister Anandiben Patel did the 'asanas' right from 5 a.m.

In his speech, Baba Ramdev said as many as three lakh people performed yoga on Wednesday and this was the biggest such event he had ever witnessed.

He praised the portly Amit Shah, saying that while the BJP chief had gained "political weight, he had worked real hard to reduce his weight. He has aamla and aloe vera juice every morning and does not eat anything after 7 p.m. He performs yoga every day".

Yoga connecting the world: Modi

Prime Minister #Narendra_Modi on Wednesday said that yoga was acting in a big way to bond people and the global community.

Speaking at the third edition of the International Yoga Day here, Modi pointed out how the UN had accepted his proposal in record time to celebrate June 21 as the International Yoga Day.

As a result, yoga related events were taking place around the world, he added.

He called for standardization of yoga and pointed out how the young were captivated by yoga, an age-old tradition propounded by saints and seers. 

Tuesday, 20 June 2017

Shah Rukh agreed for cameo before I could ask, says Salman

Superstar #Salman_Khan says that #Shah_Rukh_Khan instantly agreed to do the cameo in #Tubelight before he could ask him for it.

shah-rukh-agreed-for-cameo-before-i-could-ask-salman
Talking about approaching Shah Rukh for doing a cameo in "Tubelight", Salman said during a promotional event on Monday: "When Kabir (director Kabir Khan) narrated the subject to me, he said, 'For this role we should get Shah Rukh'. So, when I called him and I told him that there is a small role in 'Tubelight' which I would like you to do it, before completing my sentence, Shah Rukh said, 'I will do it'. That's how he made his entry into the movie."

The film is based on 1962 India-China war.

'Borivali Ka Bruce Lee' is 70 percent complete: Ayesha Takia

Actress #Ayesha_Takia, who is busy promoting her new video song 'Zindagi Tujhse Kya Karen Shikvey', says that her comeback film #BorivaliKaBruceLee is 70 percent complete.

borivali-ka-bruce-lee-is-70-percent-complete-ayesha-takia
" 'Borivali Ka Bruce Lee' is 70 percent complete. It's a very cute film just like the title suggested. It's a funny film with Kung Fu involved in it. It has a very interesting concept. For a comeback, that's a very cute film, so I am looking forward to it," said Ayesha during an interview on Monday.

Ayesha who took a sabbatical post marriage and motherhood is making her comeback with the video which is very hard hitting and gritty. 

Speaking about her new video song, she said that her video is very different and not run of the mill kind.

Don't ignore common skin issues during Monsoon

Rains bring along with it a barrage of #skin, #fungal_infection and health issues. Avoid getting drenched and use umbrellas, say experts.

dont-ignore-common-skin-issues-during-monsoon
Dermatologist Amit Bhasin, managing director at Prive Skin and Wellness Clinic and Jatin Mittal, Homoeo-aesthetic Physician, have listed few pointers:

* During the monsoon season, the humidity level escalates causing a host of beauty related woes. It triggers excessive oil secretion in the body and leads to itching which may further facilitate skin and hair related issues including disorders as well as fungal and bacterial infections. Women do not care to visit a dermatologist when it comes to common skin issues. Rather they visit salon to find a solution. 

However, it is essential to visit a dermatologist even in case of minor skin issues as they would be able to give a core and medical solution to the problem.

It's a really weird world: Zayn Malik

Former One Direction star #Zayn_Malik says he can't go anywhere without being recognised and feels he is living in a weird world.

its-really-weird-world-zayn-malik
The 24-year-old, who is dating American model Gigi Hadid, feels he has lost his personal space, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

"It's a really weird world. I don't think there's anywhere I could be anonymous now," Malik told Evening Standard newspaper.

"In New York (where Gigi is based), you can sometimes get out in the early hours of the morning for a walk.

I get worried watching Varun on shows: KJo

Filmmaker #Karan_Johar says he gets worried when he sees actor #Varun_Dhawan performing at any show.

i-get-worried-watching-varun-on-shows-kjo
"I get worried watching Varun on shows because I feel in his excitement, besides his shirt many other garments might come off," Karan said during IIFA's press conference here on Monday.

"So that is my big fear because when Varun performs at anything, he has no sense of self-control." 

Varun will be joining Karan and actor Saif Ali Khan to host the 18th edition of the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards in New York next month. 

Talking about his plans to host the film gala, Karan said: "IIFA will be live this time, so there will no editing... It is actually making sure that your script is audience friendly because you're not connecting to 40,000 people in audience but eventually to 40 million people, who would watch it live on television."

Martini trends in 2017

Do you like your #martini to be shaken or stirred? Well, its time to up your martini game and experiment with flavours, say experts.

martini-trends-in-2017
Rohan Jelkie, Brand Ambassador at Moët Hennessy, India, and Sonu Negi, Chef, The Ancient Barbeque, have listed some key martini trends of 2017 that have been observed: 

* Premiumisation: There was a time when a martini would be made using a pouring brand of vodka or gin. This means, it could be any vodka or gin going into your drink. However, times have changed. Consumers are very specific about the brand of vodka or gin they want used in their martini and, bartenders ensure to check with their patrons for their preferred brand.

Rishi Kapoor to open 8th Jagran Film Festival in Delhi

Veteran actor #Rishi_Kapoor will open the 8th edition of the #Jagran_Film_Festival here on July 1.

rishi-kapoor-to-open-8th-jagran-film-festival-in-delhi
Beginning with New Delhi, the festival will travel to 16 other cities including Kanpur, Lucknow, Allahabad, Varanasi, Patna, Bhopal, Ranchi, Indore, Ludhiana and Dehradun before culminating in Mumbai with the award ceremony in September.

The actor will also participate in a few discussions during the course of the festival in some of the cities, read a statement from the organisers. 

During the festival, which will be held at Siri Fort Auditorium here, a retrospective of Rishi Kapoor's films would be presented in all cities. 

Some of the films to be featured are "Mera Naam Joker", "Bobby", "Amar Akbar Anthony", "Agneepath" and "Do Dooni Chaar". 

Talking about the actor's participation in the festival, Basant Rathore, Senior Vice President, Jagran Prakashan, said: "It's a matter of great pride for us that Rishi Kapoor has consented to be part of the festival. We look forward to it".

Bride and Groom Exhibition back with 18th edition

The 18th edition of the #Bride_and_Groom_Exhibition, a wedding and lifestyle exhibition showcasing designer collection, will have names like Ranna Gill, Rabani and Rakha, Joy Mitra along with others.

bride-and-groom-exhibition-back-with-18th-edition
The exhibition will take place from July 1 to July 3 at The Ashok hotel in the capital, read a statement.

Organiser Kiran Sharma will arrange a few previews before the show and one such preview is planned at Gatsby by BW on June 22, where Ranna Gill, Rabani & Rakha, Joy Mitra, Ajjay Mehrra along with brands like Chawla Jewellers, Shri Haridiagems, Prem Studio and Kundan Mehandi will be showcasing their collections.

This would be followed by a showcase of home decor items on June 28 at Episode.

Anupam Kher meets Robert De Niro over lunch

Veteran actor #Anupam_Kher met Hollywood star #Robert_De_Niro, with whom he starred in "Silver Linings Playbook", over lunch here.

anupam-kher-meets-robert-de-niro-over-lunch
Anupam on Monday took to Twitter to share a string of photographs from De Niro's home. The 62-year-old actor is seen wearing a white shirt and beige pants, while the Hollywood star donned a mint green t-shirt and pants.

"When god of acting Robert De Niro invites you for lunch on Fathers Day to his house, you can't eat, because your heart is in your mouth," Anupam captioned the image. 

Anupam also said he was feeling honoured.

Make your noodles look, taste more interesting

A simple bowl or plate of #noodles can be had in interesting and fun ways. To make them taste better, there are a lot of options like adding lemon zest, blended tomato or nuts, suggest experts.

make-your-noodles-look-taste-more-interesting
Sid Mathur, creator and key advisor for Wai Wai City (quick service restaurant noodle bar) and Chef Manoj Pandey, partner chef at The Piano Man, have rolled out tips: 

* Ingredients like lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves and lemon zest can bring out beautiful flavours.

* Adding nuts like peanuts or almonds adds texture and crunch to a simple bowl of noodles which makes every bite fun.

Bollywood incomplete without Karan Johar: Saif Ali Khan

Actor #Saif_Ali_Khan says Bollywood is incomplete without the presence of filmmaker #Karan_Johar.

bollywood-incomplete-without-karan-johar-saif-ali-khan
Saif will join Karan to host the 18th edition of the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards in New York next month. 

The actor, who was present here on Monday along with Varun Dhawan and Karan for an IIFA 2017 press conference, said: "Film industry is incomplete without Karan Johar."

When mediapersons asked the reason behind making such a statement, Saif quipped: "'Baahubali...' Can you imagine our film industry without that? He is one of those arteries in the blood flow of the film industry."