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Hello Friends. Funasia lives and breathes the motto of Bringing the community together. Unfortunately, we have been hit by an unforeseen calamity, a Pandemic which no one had ever thought of or imagined. A lot of businesses are suffering. People are suffering. They are isolated and severely lonely maintaining social distancing. Many small businesses are shutting down or bearing heavy losses. Human lives are also at risk. We are skeptical and uncertain about our future. It is very natural to feel scared and fearful at these times.

However, we know from history that calamities have happened, and economies have revived themselves. We just need to stay positive and move with the flow. We need to avoid stagnation and keep calm. Things will take its course and will eventually settle down.

We need to be prepared for that future which might be a little different than what we had planned.

We feel fortunate that we have more than one kind of business that we operate.

At such times some businesses become essential and important and others need to take a backseat. We realize at such times, how closely we affect our community. On one hand, we have our Media and entertainment business which our community directly consumes.

They seek their enjoyment even more at such stressful times. It becomes our responsibility to keep you entertained and happy for your mental health. On the other hand, we have our Perfect Tax business which can directly help the community to procure the distress loans that the government has sanctioned at this hour of fatigue. It becomes our responsibility to not only guide our

community, but also save a lot of business that might be on the verge of closing. Together we can try to minimize the damages, keeping our future in mind.

We understand how much more the community looks forward to listening to their favorite RJ’s. The shows will go on. We have quickly adapted ourselves to these changing needs. Our dedicated team is working harder. Our enthusiastic RJ’s will continue to bring forward their shows, keeping in mind their safety and recognizing the work from home normal. We have immediately worked on our technology to provide you similar and even better audio-visual entertainment through your favorite 104.9 FM Funasia Radio. Do not forget to download the Radio Fan App to continue listening to the shows, if you are not driving at these quarantine times.

Perfect Tax has a new initiative Perfect Capital. Perfect Capital is aiding small or midsize business including sole proprietors to seek disaster loan assistance from government and private funding organizations to combat this tough time. Your business might be eligible for a lot of special Tax benefits and financing options. We can help you with SBA and Private lending financing. Do associate with us on Free webinars when we announce the dates on the radio or on our website to have a greater understanding, that you are not alone.

Last but not the least we have a great team which is constantly working to see how we can be true to our motto of bringing the community together. We are open to suggestions from our community. Please do not hesitate to get in touch with us if you need to. Stay put stay Positive. We are together in this and shall sail out of it together. Prayers for everyone’s safety.

Hello readers, this is yet another edition of DesiPages Magazine. Due to the current Coronavirus situation and for your safely, we have not mailed out the magazine. But we still have it available for you digitally. We are aware that you have been associated with this print medium for a long time. You wait for your doze of Bollywood news and other content and not to forget the coupons.

We are hoping that things will become normal very soon and you will be able to hold and read the magazine the way you like it. But, now let us go with the flow.

These are challenging times for us.

The spread of Novel Coronavirus has made many alterations to our lives.

Humans are social beings. Quarantine is a situation where we have to be physically distant but, do not have to be emotionally and socially distant. The pros and cons of globalization and the impact of social media are now much more understood. The spread of the virus is global but, on a positive note, we can be in touch with all our loved ones on the social media globally. Even when we are just two houses away and cannot meet with each other, we can see each other through video calls.

We should never lose our judgment to make our choices. Those are the early few things we are taught in school, when we were choosing between juice and water. Since, we have time for ourselves we should use this down time to internalize and recognize, what are the essentials and what are the lifestyle things that we can live without to live a happy and complete life. Every cloud has a silver lining. Wherever, this virus leads us to, we should come out as a winner, personally and emotionally.

Let us make our earth a cleaner and healthier place in entirety after the virus is gone.

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Real-life couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are back as an on-screen couple. The actress says considering the kind of movies the pair has done in the past, doing 83 was a refreshing change.

Deepika will be seen as Romi Dev, wife of cricket legend Kapil Dev, played by Ranveer in the upcoming film 83.

Asked about sharing screen space with her husband once again after movies like Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela and Bajirao Mastani, Deepika said, “It was good. It was a refreshing change because of the kind of films that we have done before. It was a completely different setting, era, characters, costumes and dialogues. It was refreshing to work with him in this capacity.”

“We were both surprised. We had to remind ourselves that we had worked with each other before because these characters were so different from what we had already done before and we look forward to working with each other in contemporary films a lot more,” said the actress.

The film, based on India’s historical 1983 Cricket World Cup victory, also has Deepika donning the hat of a producer.

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FARHAN After acing the role of an athlete in Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, Farhan Akhtar is all set to step into the boxing ring for Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s directorial Toofan which is set to hit the screens on 2nd October 2020. Talking about the film Farhan shared a few insights about the prep and his experience of working on the project Telling us how boxing is currently his groove and how he is going to continue the drill he said, “I had to learn a sport I had zero knowledge about, but it’s one of the best disciplines. What boxing does for you physically, mentally, and even spiritually is amazing. I’ve genuinely had the best time of my life learning boxing, and I intend to carry on learning and playing the sport”.

The actor is undergoing rigorous training and isn’t skipping any session as the role demands a certain kind of physique. Farhan will be essaying the character of a boxer in Toofan for which he is leaving no stone unturned to get in the skin of it.

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Actor Ayushmann Khurrana’s upcoming film Gulabo Sitabo reunites him with director Shoojit Sircar, eighth years after their hit, Vicky Donor and also features megastar Amitabh Bachchan.

“Gulabo Sitabo is an extremely simple film.

It’s a sweet film about the banter between a landlord and a tenant. I’m the tenant, Bachchan sir is the landlord and we are always at loggerheads. It’s as simple as that,” said Ayushmann.

“The magic is, sometimes you find simplicity most exciting in life and that’s what the film is about,” he added.

Set in Lucknow, Gulabo Sitabo is billed as a quirky family comedy, penned by Sircar’s longtime collaborator Juhi Chaturvedi.

Ayushmann, who is teaming up with Bachchan for the first time, said that working with the 77-year-old actor was a learning experience.

“Bachchan sir is amazing. What I marvel about him is that he’s so well-prepared always. He will know your lines also. It is not easy to act in front of him. You have to be on your toes as a co-actor,” Ayushmann said.

Ayushmann has, over the years, build an onscreen image of doing socially relevant films, touching on topics ranging from balding to homosexuality. The actor said that he’s “full of gratitude” for the work and love coming his way and feels for one to continue doing relatable films, it’s important to keep an ear to the ground.

“It’s important to know what’s going around.

I dwell on relatable subjects. If you are un-approachable with the common folk, then where will you get your fodder from?

It becomes difficult but now I do it with an agenda. To look for good stories,” he added.

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Chicken Shaami Kabab

Prep Time : 20 mins Cook Time : 50 mins Servings : 4

INGREDIENTS

1 Cup Chana Dal 2 tsp Oil

1 tsp Cumin Seeds

7-8 Cloves

7-8 Black Peppercorns

2 sticks Cinnamon

2 tsp Coriander Seeds 1 tsp Ajwain

3 Red Chili Whole

1/2 tsp Chilli Flakes

500-gram Boneless Chicken

1 tsp Salt

1 cup Water

1 tsp Ginger, finely chopped

2 Green Chilies

2 tsp Garlic, finely chopped

1/2 cup Coriander Leaves, chopped

1/2 cup Mint Leaves, chopped

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INSTRUCTIONS 1.

Soak 1 cup of chana dal for at least 30 minutes.

2. In a pressure cooker heat oil and add cumin seeds, cloves, black peppercorns, cinnamon, coriander seeds, ajwain, red chili and chili flakes. SautĂŠ for 1-2 minutes. Then add the soaked chana dal and mix thoroughly.

3. Add the boneless chicken and salt. Add required quantity of water and bring it to simmer.

4. Cook until all the water has evaporated, and the chicken is tender.

5. Let it cool for some time and then grind all the ingredients to a thick paste.

6. In the paste add ginger, green chili, garlic, coriander leaves and mint leaves. Mix all the ingredients to combine well.

7. Now add the eggs and mix thoroughly.

8. Using your palm make the kebabs of any desired shape and size, generally flat round shape.

9. Dip them in egg and shallow fry the kebabs on both sides till golden brown.

10. Serve the kebabs with green chutney.

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Bollywood Actors rediscover themselves during

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nanya Panday dressed up in a little black dress to cheer herself. Taking to her Instagram account, she posted a picture in which she is seen posing in the stylish black outfit. But more than the image, it was her caption that left netizens amused. “All dressed up to go out and sit in my living room.. #QuarantineMood, #SelfIsolation,” she wrote.

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s in self-quarantine and the actress is dealing with it by dancing with Tiger Shroff’s sister, Krishna Shroff.

Disha shared a video with Krishna and wrote, “This is how we do it #quarintinelife @kishushroff.”

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ouni Roy has been in self-quarantine.

She shared beautiful posts on Instagram that will definitely make you cook a meal. She can be also seen plucking tomatoes in a farm.

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happak actress Deepika Padukone is spending her Corona lockdown time only in food and exercise.

Her Insta account is proof of this, currently filled with only food pictures. Recently the star shared a picture of her chocolate dessert.

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ll companies asking their employees to work from home to prevent the spread of coronavirus, actor Kartik Aaryan on Tuesday gave a glimpse of his work from the home mode with an Instagram picture. The actor in his latest Instagram picture is seen dressed in formals from head to toe and sitting in a bathtub. Looking dapper as always, Aaryan wore a grey coloured suit with a white shirt underneath and black formal shoes. “Work From Home they said,” he captioned the picture

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mitabh Bachchan has been inspiring fans to stay fit during self-quarantine in the time of the coronavirus outbreak. Big B posted a selfie from his gym. “Keep the gym going.. build resistance.. fight fight fight,” he captioned the image.

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GUNJAN SAXENA

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unjan Saxena – The Kargil Girl will see Janhvi portraying a real-life person for the first time in her career. She plays the role of Indian Air Force officer Gunjan Saxena who had the honor of being the first Indian woman combat aviator to be commissioned into the war zone during the Kargil War.

The film, directed by Sharan Sharma, produced by Zee Studios and Dharma Productions also stars Pankaj Tripathi as Saxena’s father.

Who is Gunjan Saxena?

Long before the first women fighter pilots were commissioned into the Indian Air Force, Flight Lieutenants Gunjan Saxena and Srividya Rajan scripted history when they ventured into a war zone, becoming the first Indian women in combat.

Flight lieutenant Gunjan Saxena was the first Indian Air Force woman officer who went to war. She made history during the Kargil war in 1999 when, as a flying officer, she flew a Cheetah aircraft into the combat zone and rescued several soldiers.

Gunjan, the daughter of an Army officer, was summoned by the Indian Air Force when the conflict between India and Pakistan escalated. She was asked to fly in Srinagar and she agreed.

Indian Youth reports that Saxena was enlisted to airdrop vital supplies to Indian troops at high points in the Dras and Batalik sectors. According to the website, she also was crucial in informing her seniors about enemy positions and their status which helped the Indian Army strategize.

Gunjan Saxena had said missions where she evacuated injured Indian Army soldiers were her biggest motivation during Kargil. “I think it is the ultimate feeling that you can ever have as a helicopter pilot. That was one of our main roles there - casualty

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evacuation. I would say it’s a very satisfying feeling when you save a life because that is what you’re there for,” she had said.

The IAF pilot had a close shave when an enemy missile missed her aircraft and crashed behind it. She, however, continued with her duties.

She was later honored with the Shaurya Vir award an Indian military decoration which was awarded to her for her valor, courageous action or self-sacrifice. Both Saxena’s father and brother were serving in the Indian Army at the time. “I could not wait to be called,” said Gunjan Saxena in an interview back in 2006. She also came to be known as the Kargil Girl.

After pursuing her graduation from Hansraj College in New Delhi, Gunjan had joined the Delhi Flying Club at Safdarjung.

Flight Lieutenant Gunjan Saxena served as a short service commissioned officer and didn’t quite have the opportunities that women in Air Force have today.

Her tenure ended after seven years, but women in the air force can now get a permanent commission.

Gunjan said that the decision to induct women as fighter pilots was a positive step on part of the Air Force. “Being a pioneer, I would say, it feels great and I would only say that I hope these women who’ve come into the fighter stream now give their 100 percent and really, really touch the sky with glory”, she added.

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AYUSHMANN KHURRANA: BLESSED TO BE ACTING AT A TIME WHEN I CAN ROOT FOR SOCIAL CAUSES Aligarh, and Kalki Koechlin’s strength in Margarita with A Straw.”

Ayushmann Khurrana has proved himself time and again by portraying characters not many have tried before, and he feels blessed to be an actor at a time where he can stand up and root for social causes on screen.

On his new film Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan, Ayushmann feels the film has been successfully made, released and accepted is because even before same-sex relationship became legal in India, many actors stuck their neck out and have given the audience some brilliant work on the subject. He says he has all those actors and films to credit first.

“The fact that Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan is a success today is because the path was made for it by others. Many before me have toiled hard to make the path smoother. We have to realize and acknowledge the monumental work that was done by some of the finest actors of Indian cinema much before me,” he said.

Ayushmann also mentioned films that brilliantly took on the stereotype faced by the LGBTQ+ community.

“Films like Kapoor And Sons, Karan Johar’s Bombay Talkies and Sonam Kapoor’s Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga have all depicted and handled same-sex relationships with profound thought, dignity, and sensitivity,” he noted.

He added, “Before Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan, our industry has also made some of the most soultouching films on the subject. I don’t think we can ever forget Shabana Azmi ji’s incredible performance and Nandita Das’s heart-wrenching acting in Fire, Sanjay Suri and Purab Kohli’s vulnerability in My Brother Nikhil, Manoj Bajpayee’s brilliance in

“Today, Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan is being celebrated the world over and I have to share this moment with all the actors and directors who had taken it on themselves to promote inclusivity in our country. This is a very special moment in my life and I’m cherishing all the love that my film and my performance is receiving and I feel blessed to be acting at a time where I can stand up, back and root for a social cause like this,” he declared.

Very few know that Bollywood Diva Deepika Padukone made her acting debut with Kannada film, Aishwarya. Today, she is not only one of the popular faces in Bollywood but also one of the leading actresses in the industry. Recently, the Chhapaak actress was asked if she would still go back to doing South films if she gets an opportunity and her reply will surely win your heart! Talking about the same, Deepika said, “Of course. Language has never been a barrier. I think at the end of the day, what I look for as an actor is exciting content. In fact, there are a lot of south film directors and writers who approached me. Eventually, I think it’s about finding the right content.”

On the work front, Deepika has her kitty full of projects which include, Kabir Khan’s 83 where she will be seen sharing screen space with husband Ranveer Singh. While Ranveer will be seen playing the role of Kapil Dev, DP will be essaying the role of his wife Romi Dev on screen.

The movie is based on India’s historic 1983 Cricket World Cup victory.

Deepika is also co-producing the movie.

Deepika Padukone was asked if she would go back to South films and her reply will win your heart!

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Apart from this, she will also be seen in an untitled film co-starring Ananya Panday and Siddhant Chaturvedi. She has also announced another film production Mahabharat, to be made from Draupadi’s point of view.

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Aid Package from the Government

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orona virus has created serious threat to businesses. They are suffering immensely and seeing fall in sales due to slowed consumer spending, supply chain disruptions, and workplace productivity and absenteeism.

US Government has come out with a 2 Trillion Dollars Corona Virus Aid package which includes immediate assistance for small businesses.

They are as under:Emergency grants: The bill provides $10 billion for grants of up to $10,000 to provide emergency funds for small businesses to cover immediate operating costs.

Forgivable loans: There is $350 billion allocated for the Small Business Administration to provide loans of up to $10 million per business. Any portion of that loan used to maintain payroll, keep workers on the books or pay for rent, mortgage and existing debt could be forgiven, provided workers stay employed through the end of June.

Relief for existing loans: There is $17 billion to cover six months of payments for small businesses already using SBA loans.

Out of above three, the most significant is the Forgivable loans. It is called Economic Injury Disaster Loan.

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Let us understand the Economic Injury Disaster Loan in detail.

This is provided to help small business overcome temporary loss of revenue faced by them.

This loan has following special features.

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3) AMOUNT OF MAXIMUM LOAN:Up to $2 million for each business 4) PERMITTED USES OF LOAN:Pay fixed debts,payroll, accounts payable, and other bills 5) COST OF LOAN: No upfront fees 6) PREPAYMENT PENALTY: No prepayment loan 7) TIME LIMIT TO AVAIL DISBURSEMENT: One year from approval of loan 8) QUALIFYING CRITERIA: Location in Disaster affected area. (Texas qualifies) and shortfall in sales causing liquidity issue 9) COLLATERAL REQUIRED: a) No collateral asked for loan of $25000 or less b) For loan above $25000 collateral must be given if available c) No loan will be denied if no collateral is available to offer d) If there is lien on collateral, SBA will accept to be second lien holder

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HEALTH STOP THE SPREAD OF RUMORS

KNOW THE FACTS ABOUT CORONAVIRUS

Diseases can make anyone sick regardless of their race or ethnicity.

Fear and anxiety about COVID-19 can cause people to avoid or reject others even though they are not at risk for spreading the virus.

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For most people, the immediate risk of becoming seriously ill from the virus that causes COVID-19 is thought to be low.

Older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more serious complications from COVID-19.

Someone who has completed quarantine or has been released from isolation does not pose a risk of infection to other people.

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There are simple things you can do to help keep yourself and others healthy.

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially

after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing; going to the bathroom; and before

eating or preparing food.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Stay home when you are sick.

• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.

You can help stop COVID-19 by knowing the signs and symptoms: • Fever • Cough • Shortness of breath Seek medical advice if you Develop symptoms and

• Have been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-19 or live in or have recently traveled from an area with ongoing spread of COVID-19. Call ahead before you go to a doctor’s office or emergency room. Tell them about your recent travel and your symptoms.

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KIDS CORNER

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Name the Animals

Name the Animals

The Lion & The Fox Its was a hot Summer days. A Lion and a Fox reach a small water body for a drink. They begin arguing and fighting about who should drink first. After a while, they were tired and stop for breath, when they notice vultures above. Soon they they realize that the vultures are waiting for one or both of them to fall, to feast on them. The lion and the boar then decide that it was best to make uo and be friends than fight and become food for vultures. They drink the water together and go their ways after.

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2020 The Lion & The Fox

MORAL: Those who strive are often watched by other to take advantage of their defeat.

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Its was a hot Summer days. A Lion and a Fox reach a small water body for a drink. They begin arguing and fighting about who should drink first. After a while, they were tired and stop for breath, when they notice vultures above. Soon they they realize that the vultures are waiting for one or both of them to fall, to feast on them. The lion and the boar then decide that it was best to make uo and be friends than fight and become food for vultures. They drink the water together and go their ways after.

MORAL: Those who strive are often watched by other to take advantage of their defeat.

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you got to hack from these Bollywood beauties!

Sarees are integral to India. We grow up, subconsciously linking sarees to every special and auspicious occasion. However westernized/ global we may become in our choices – saree – will always remain close to our hearts. Festivals, interviews, functions, weddings, meetings, rituals, ceremonies or parties – every special event calls for a sari!

Even the ultra-glam Bollywood divas have a bias for eternally charming sarees.

They are seen flaunting designer and party-wear sarees for fashion shows, haute Cannes outings, award ceremonies, film festivals, premiers, weddings, parties and more.

Shouldn’t we be taking inspiration, then? Of course, yes! Let’s look at some of the latest trends in Bollywood party-wear sarees which DesiPages trending section has picked up. We have closely watched our Bollywood divas flaunting their saree looks, which we bring to you here. So here we go...

SEQUINS

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he vibrancy and flow of sequins are integral to the Indian fashion sensibilities these days. Sequin was once just an embellishment but now it is an all over saree in different hues and shades. Grab eyeballs at Indian ceremonies and pre-wedding parties, dressed in allover sequins in different shades. To look different, though, you may choose a gorgeous party-wear saree with a corset blouse or just a bustier. Pair your highly sheen saree with stylish plain blouses with designer details to create fab, chic looks. Seems like glamour is the buzzwords now! Well, what we are witnessing is a cult mix of the Indian and global fashion sensibilities.

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HOT TRENDS

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he white family of white, offwhite, cream, silver have emerged winners all the way in the last few fashion seasons. As Indians, we may not consider white appropriate for festive and celebratory occasions, but that hasn’t deterred B-town queens from flaunting splendid white sarees. From Sonam Kapoor to Deepika

Padukone to veteran Rekha – silvery whites have found great many admirers lately. Channel white saree trend – by infusing playful prints, motifs or bright hues. A Lighter variation of this combination – can be paired with an ornate blouse for a lovely yet subtle party effect. Additionally, white net sarees in half and half designs or with heavy borders and laces are also great choices for cocktail parties. Gauri Khan chose a dull silver embellished sari decorated with feathers, while Shah Rukh Khan complemented her in a white sherwani with a dhoti salwar to wear at one of the weddings.

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loral designs are surely on the upswing. From sarees to borders, pallus, lehengas, blouses – and accessories – flowers are all over. Florals Sarees have a freshness that’s unmatched – and are vibrant, girly and youthful. Floral prints, floral Kalamkari designs, flowery embellishments and embroideries, spring seems to have touched all sorts of party-wear and wedding sarees.

Incorporate feminine florals in your saree wardrobe this season in as many ways as possible. Look like an ingénue straight out of an YRF movie – when you drape white based chiffon with spring-hued flowers scattered all over.

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RICH INDIAN HANDLOOMS

imeless, classy and evergreen – the lush Indian handloom sarees have made a major come back, thanks to avid handloom promoters, many brands and Indian silk handlooms lovers like Vidya Balan and Rekha. Earlier thought of only as grand wedding and bridal sarees, Kanjeevarams and Banarasis donned lighter looks – and were seen at parties, film premiers and award functions. Linen sarees, cotton silk sarees and other similar trends are also on a revival route – thanks to Bollywood. In the movie Kalank saw Alia embrace lot of the saree and stunning the audiences. Alia Bhatt is known to wear ethnic ensembles with pitch-perfection.Handloom however, do not imply silks always.

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ell, this is one saree trend that promises to always stay fresh in our wardrobes, considering it has been rocking the fashion scene for years now – and is still going strong. Net sarees take on embroideries and embellishments pretty nicely, and create a demure, feminine base for designers to work their magic on. Naturally, we, yet again, saw Bolly beauties flaunting their net party-wear sarees in hoards. Combine this evergreen style with other latest party-wear color or design trends to get a fashion edge, this season. If you are not comfortable sporting an all-net drape, pick a chic half and half sari, as this one hides the waist bumps and flaws, while the pallu continues to bring in the sensuous flare

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travel Dream a little Dream in 2020 From Africa to the Americas, there are plenty of things to do, see and experience in the best places to travel in April. Like the other 11 months in the year, April is a superb time to travel, if you know where the best places to travel in April are which you will. Take Taiwan, for example; It’s one of Asia’s bestkept secrets, so you likely haven’t considered it as a destination to be visited at the earliest opportunity, but we strongly recommend you reconsider that position and it’s especially delightful in April. Or for something closer to home, did you know Washington D.C. becomes ablaze in color in April, with beautiful cherry blossoms around every corner? You do now. Keep reading for more inspiration: We have you covered for ideas this April.

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pain encompasses a wide region and topography, so the April climate will depend on where you go, but generally speaking, coastal areas which includes the Catalonian capital of Barcelona are balmy, enjoying temperatures of around 20C/68F (brave travelers can just about enjoy sea-swimming). Further south, the beautiful Andalusia region is even warmer, though still comfortable enough to explore on foot it’s pretty villages, like Frigiliana, before the stifling heat of summer arrives.

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his ridiculously stylish Swedish city, spread across numerous islands linked by over 50 bridges, is a delight to visit in April: temperatures are still chilly (7C/44F, so dress warmly) but days are often bright and sunny and by the end of the month have doubled in length (8 hours of light) compared to the start of March. Other than the views of the city itself, top attractions include the Nobel Museum and Storkyrkan Cathedral, a 13th-century masterpiece.

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hile Japan’s cherry blossom season seems to grab most of the world’s attention, Washington D.C. has a pretty good one too, which typically spans late March into early April. The best place to see it is the Tidal Basin, where over 3,000 trees transform into radiant blooms. The weather can be slightly unpredictable at this time of year, swinging between cold rainy days and warm sunny ones, so keep an eye on the forecast before you jet off.

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elize may not have much landmass, but what it lacks in quantity it more than makes up for in quality. It boasts its very own barrier reef (second only in size to Australia’s more famous one), which among other things is where you’ll find the iconic Great Blue Hole.

Inland you’ll find ancient Mayan ruins (Xunantunich is the star of though show), and it’s all pleasantly balmy in April.

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outh Africa’s capital enjoys a temperate year-round climate, rarely dipping below 20C/68F or exceeding 30C/87F, and April usually hits the sweet spot, right in the middle. Being in the southern hemisphere means the seasons are flipped, so this marks the start of autumn, which means the air is a bit cooler, but the sea retains the summer heat for a while yet. If shark diving isn’t your cup of tea, try hiking up Table Mountain instead, or taking the ferry to Robben Island.

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awaii enjoys beautiful weather and comfortable temperatures yearround, with temperatures reliably staying above 26C/79F and below 31C/88F. April, however, is a particularly pleasant time to visit, slipping in between the mainspring and summer vacation seasons. The entire Hawaiian archipelago comprises over 100 islands, and the top draws include Maui, Oahu and Kauai.term school breaks draw visitors from Singapore, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Dubai, and other parts of Asia.

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t’s only a matter of time before Taiwan starts enjoying the same kind of popularity as its South-East Asian neighbors of Philippines, Vietnam and Thailand: this island is an absolute jewel for curious travelers, with its incredibly diverse landscapes and culture-packed cities, full of quirky charms (did you know the garbage trucks blare out classical music on their weekly rounds?). April is mild, with temperatures sitting firmly between 20-23C/68-74F, perfect for soaking up world-class trekking trails and stunning beaches.

amazing museums and galleries and artisan shops without the hordes— and finding deals during the “January Sales”—but bring layers against what might be raw rainy weather.

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STARS REVEAL Malaika Arora

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Malaika Arora shot to fame with the song Chaiyya Chaiyya back in 1998. She feels that though there is a trend of remixes these days, the AR Rahman composition is one of those numbers that simply shouldn’t be touched.

Ever since Mohit Suri announced a sequel to his much loved Ek Villain, titled Ek Villain 2 with John Abraham and Aditya Roy Kapur playing the villains, fans just can’t contain their excitement. Now, giving out yet another interesting casting detail, filmmaker Mohit Suri has confirmed to rope in Disha Patani as the film’s leading lady alongside John and Aditya.

The song Chaiyya Chaiyya, sung by Sukhwinder Singh and Sapna Awasthi, for the Mani Rathnam film Dil Se is an all-time favourite dance number of most people. Its video featured Malaika and superstar Shah Rukh Khan matching steps atop a train, and continues to be popular.

Malaika recently danced to the number, asked about it, Malaika said, “When you play that song, you can’t help but get up and dance. It is an iconic song. When I shot the song, Geeta (Kapur) was assisting Farah (Khan) at that time. I used to study under Terence (Lewis), Geeta assisted me on that dance. It was nice. We felt that ‘let’s just go for it’.”

But there’s one thing she would like to point out about recreations. “In today’s day and age there is a constant trend of remixes. There are a few songs that I think you should never touch. They are iconic.

There must be five or 10 songs over the years that you can pull out. Chaiyya Chaiyya is one of them.

Don’t tamper with it, just let the original be and that’s how it should be,” she said.

She doesn’t have anything against recreations though. “I think some of the remixes are fantastic and go with today’s age and kids, but yeah, there are certain things you should not tamper with like The Godfather or Mother India are iconic films. You should just let them be,” she shared.

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While fans were in love with Disha and Aditya’s chemistry in the recently released Malang, which too was directed by Suri, it certainly will be interesting to see the dynamics between the trio. Opening up about what made him sign Disha in yet another high octane action film, Mohit has revealed to Mumbai Mirror saying, “Disha is the first heroine who walked up to me and said, ‘I want to do more action, beat up people, perform stunts… kick some butt. Just the way boys do it in your films. I want to be the hero’.

That’s when I asked her if she would do the Ek Villain sequel and she was game.”

It is no secret now that Ek Villain 2 is rumoured to have two leading ladies. While Mohit has confirmed Disha to be one of them, it will be interesting to see who is roped in as the second lead. Meanwhile, a certain source has revealed to the publication that Disha is in fact paired opposite John and not Aditya.

Revealing the reason behind the casting coup, the source further said, “The makers are trying to give the film a different twist by pairing them, considering she was opposite Aditya in their last film. Disha will be seen doing some heavy-duty stunts as well. The hunt for a second leading lady is still on.”

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Love, Life and Learning in the Time of Corona

There is no better time than Maha-Shiva-Rathri or the “Great Night of LIFE. Today, we stand on the edge of time, embracing a sacred pause… Airports, and college campuses have become ghost towns; buzzing shopping malls and restaurants appear to be deserted lands. It almost feels surreal, like we are characters in a historical novel or even a science fiction movie with numerous conspiracy theories floating around.

Corona, derived from the Latin word meaning “crown”, also refers to the aura that surrounds the sun. Ironically, the corona virus has rapidly struck the entire world right from the crown of our beings, physically infecting some and taking away the breath of life, whilst mentally and emotionally attacking many more.

Yes, Corona has been a collective wake-up call, forcing us to stay home and withdraw into our own cocoons. With most of us operating out of our comfort zones, juggling work, home and homeschooling, this is also a time to reflect and learn from this crisis and even grow from this experience. In many ways, we are returning to self and returning to Source.

Looking back at history, the world has seen plagues, recessions and periods of darkness; only to be followed by renewal, restoration and light. Some Corona trivia that I learnt from my DesiPages

MADHURI’S MUSINGS English teacher and mentor is the history of the word “quarantine’, now part of our daily vocabulary. In the 1300’s, Venice was the first city in the world to enforce a quarantine to curb the bubonic plague. Travelers visiting Venice had to be isolated for “quaranta” (forty) days, hence where we derive the word “quarantine”.

History gives us a timeless moral to learn from and most of all, offers the gift of Hope. Hope is the rope that connects the present moment to the future. We need to hold on to the rope of hope and not give –up.

LEARNING. What are some lessons we are learning that will aid humanity’s progress?

Here are some from my thoughts: COLLECTIVE COMPASSION: Covid-19

has activated the compassion compass of humanity beyond race, color or age; to open our hearts and feel the pain and suffering of families directly affected, including healthcare workers in the frontlines, placing their lives at risk. It has cultivated a sense of social responsibility and self-sacrifice in the best interests of the higher good.

BEAUTY OF EMPATHY: For many of us,

being restricted to our homes without the freedom to step-out or feeling pressured to buy groceries in advance to tide over the social distancing period is a luxury in itself. Empathy is switching perspectives and thinking about people with no homes, no space and no funds to purchase. It does alter our perceptions and that is the beauty of empathy.

BACK TO THE BASICS: Corona is taking

us back to the basics, to perfecting hygiene practices as sacred rituals that protect us. We need to keep enhancing our immune systems and renewing our health as a good form of defense. By the end of the Corona crisis, I am sure we can all author a book “Zen and the Art of Handwashing”!

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EQUALIZER:

Corona has not distinguished between the royals, the leaders or the common person. Abundance is not just monetary wealth, but having inexhaustible reserves of strength to dip into in times of crisis to help all around us in whatever possible way.

Creativity rules in times of crisis. No virus can extinguish the spark of innovation. The creative fire is not just ignited, but continues to burn, giving light, positivity and new solutions to living and working.

Surrender with strength and serenity to the ebb and flow of life; learning to let go of what is not in our control, with sense and sensitivity that will help to build strength and serenity.

FINDING MAGIC IN THE MUNDANE:

Whether its music that stirs your soul, cooking delicious new recipes, planting seeds for a flower garden, or watching the golden sunrise, finding magic in the mundane will reinforce the simple joys and pleasures of living.

POWER OF COMMUNITY: We are inter- TREASURE TIME TODAY: We cannot anticipate connected threads in the tapestry of life. When we come together, collaboratively weaving our energy, efforts and creativity, the power of community is exponential. This is the power that when combined with a cause is paving the way for the future.

RESOURCE

OPTIMIZATION: Life’s resources are too precious to waste, whether it is the resources of time, money or the natural elements. Corona is teaching us to right size and rebalance our lives.

LOVE in the time of Corona…

It all comes back to LOVE. Love for life, love for the higher self, love for humanity, and love for learning as we all continue to evolve as a species. We are in our own way, guardians of the earth and play our parts in nurturing the self, family and environment we impact.

NO MAN IS AN ISLAND. We are social

beings and we can build bridges and bonds that connect us even when physically separated. Yes, we miss the hugs and happy hours. But this is also a test for the strength and authenticity of relationships that stand strong.

A TIME FOR SOUL-SEARCHING. This is a

future outcomes .Embrace the current moment and gift of the present. Use this time wisely, staying grounded with faith and not overwhelmed with fear.

Be forever thankful for everyone playing his or her part to keep the boat afloat. Whether a parent juggling work and homeschooling, educators continuing to (remotely) keep the spark of learning alive in students, essential workers showing up every day to keep the wheel of life moving, tech wizards that keep us connected, healthcare workers who are our saviors and warriors in protective armor!

Global Citizenship could not be more real.

Corona is reinforcing that we are all part of one shared humanity, one gigantic quantum field. We will slowly emerge from our cocoons into a new earth. Old structures and paradigms are breaking, and we are walking into the future with a new framework for living and learning. Economic borders are not falling apart but coming together.

There is no “I”, “Me” or “My country”. It is “We”, “Our Earth” and “One Global Village”, and we are all better together.

Live from a space of love and there will no longer be a void. Love is what will lead us into the light of a new morning – to rise, shine and fulfill our life’s purpose whatever that may be. Lord Shiva” to try to unravel the mystical enigma that surrounds Mahadev.

time to look within, stay authentic, and discover what makes your heart sing and your spirit soar.

Share your talents with the world, which is what you bring to the picnic table of life.

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Kajol, Shruti Hassan and Neena Kulkarni-actresses belonging to different generations have worked together in the short film Devi. They insist that real empowerment will happen when women unite and share sisterhood, and catfight becomes an outdated concept.

Directed by Priyanka Banerjee, Devi revolves around a group of rape victims, from different socio-economic strata, and how they unite to fight a heinous crime like rape. While gender-based discrimination has been happening for ages, it is also true that women often engage in catfights.

Kajol, who portrays a rape-victim housewife in Devi, felt, “Catfight is imposed in our mind by society to create insecurity among us, women. I find it is nonsense.

When it comes to fights and arguments among women, I would say it is only natural that no two human beings have to get along with each other. Not everyone has to be my friend. That does not mean the person is my enemy or hater. It is high time we women unite to celebrate sisterhood because catfights are outdated.”

The film also features Neha Dhupia, Mukta Barve, Sandhya Mhatre, Rama Joshi, Yashaswini Dayama and Shivani Raghuvanshi.

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In his last release, Malang, Aditya Roy Kapur went all out to look his best on the screen. While talking about the efforts he took to look his beefiest best in the film, Aditya mentioned that as much as he loves to be on the screen, he would also like to try his hand at an off-screen job.

The actor, who’s now busy working on the sequel of Ek Villain, says that he would like to give filmmaking a shot someday. However, unlike his brother, Siddharth Roy Kapur, who produces movies, he would like to direct a film. He says, “I don’t think I am fit to get into production, but I want to direct. The more I act, the more I realize how much effort goes into directing a film. It is a pretty tough job. But until I find a story that I am eager to tell, I won’t get into direction.”

Ever since Bob Biswas was announced, it has been in the news. Starring Abhishek Bachchan and Chitrangda Singh, the film’s first schedule was shot in Kolkata. And recent reports say that the actress is learning Bengali for her role and even taking help from a language coach to ensure that her dialect sounds as authentic as possible. While not much is known about her role in the upcoming crime thriller, the fact that she is learning Bengali suggests that her character could be of a Bengali woman. Sources say that Chitrangda was aware that she would be required to speak in Bengali and is doing all that she can to nail her character. A friend in Kolkata is also said to be helping the actress while a professional language coach is assisting her with the nuances. Since Chitrangda has always liked the language, learning it hasn’t been as difficult as she thought it would be.

In a recent interview, Chitrangda mentioned that she was happy when she realized she would have to learn Bengali for the film. Calling it one of her favorite languages, she said that while she understood a bit of Bangla earlier, she was much more fluent in it now and is glad that the film gave her a chance to learn the language.

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BOLLYWOOD MOVIES THAT CAPTURE THE ARTISTIC BEAUTY AND CULTURE OF KOLKATA

The city of joy has always had a very close connection with Bollywood. Despite the fact that ‘Bombay’ has always been the hub for cinema, filmmakers venture outside for the real essence of their stories and Kolkata happens to be their favorite cultural destination.

The cultural capital of Bengal is a hub for art and heritage and we are not surprised why the directors love this place so much. Here are 10 movies that have been shot in Kolkata and we can’t help but find ourselves falling in love with this place where food, culture, and art dwell in every nook and corner.

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1 Mani Ratnam’s political drama that was originally named as ‘Howrah Bridge’ brings three stories together on Kolkata’s famed Howrah Bridge. The film featured Ajay Devgn, Abhishek Bachchan and Vivek Oberoi in lead. The story revolved around the three of them entering politics and facing its consequences.

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2 Pradeep Sarkar’s musical romantic drama was based on Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay’s 1914 Bengali novella and set in Kolkata. A major chunk of the movie was shot in Calcutta, specifically, at the James Princep Memorial. The movie manages to bring the heart and soul of Calcutta on the big screen with Vidya Balan and Saif Ali Khan’s brilliant acting.

Directed by Sujoy Ghosh, this mystery thriller revolving around a pregnant woman looking for her missing husband in Kolkata during the Durga Puja festival is certainly Bollywood’s best collab with Kolkata. The crew followed guerrillafilmmaking techniques on Kolkata’s city streets to avoid attracting attention.

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Director Anurag Basu’s comedy-drama about a deaf-mute simpleton was shot and based partly in 1970s Calcutta. The Ranbir Kapoor-starrer is a visual treat owing to some of its beautiful locations in Darjeeling. The presence of Howrah Bridge in various shots along with the trams and ‘puchka’ reference, the movie gives you a quintessential Kolkata vibe.

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Directed by Imtiaz Ali, this romantic comedy-drama has been shot in Kolkata. The scene where Rishi Kapoor recalls meeting his lady love has been shot at Bonedi Bari in Rash Behari Avenue. The movie talks about true love in today’s time with Calcutta being one of the places central to the storyline.

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Lootera O. Henry’s short story The Last Leaf was beautifully adapted by Director Vikramaditya Motwane in this period romance, based onset in 1950s Calcutta.

The Ranveer Singh and Sonakshi Sinha-starrer made INR 27 crore at the box office and gave us some beautiful music that added on to the Kolkata vibe of the movie.

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6 A lot of scenes from Tigmanshu Dhulia’s action film were set and shot in Kolkata. Starring Saif Ali Khan, Sonakshi Sinha and Jimmy Shergill, it made Rs32 crore in box office collections. The movie showcases the protagonist’s romance with Kolkata as the backdrop.

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7 Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar this action thriller was set in 1970s Calcutta and told the story of two orphaned outlaws played by Ranveer Singh and Arjun Kapoor. Young Bala and Bikram become gun carriers and coal bandits, ultimately growing up to become the most powerful goons of Calcutta. The directed film made INR 78 crore at the box office.

Dibakar Banerjee’s mystery thriller on the legendary detective was set in then Calcutta during World War II. The film follows the first adventure of Byomkesh Bakshi as a private detective and is extensively filmed in Kolkata. This film is a treat to the eyes of every Kolkattan in the city and elsewhere alike.

Piku Directed by Shoojit Sircar, this comedy-drama was the story of a father and daughter who embark on a journey from Delhi to Kolkata. It is short-tempered Piku Banerjee, her grumpy, aging father Bhashkor and Rana Chaudhary, who is stuck between the father-daughter duo, as they embark on a journey to life and also, Kolkata. Beautifully shot at the Nonapukur Tram depot and some parts of North Kolkata, this film gives us a beautiful insight into this city of joy.

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Gujrati Stage Play Executive Producer Vaishali Thakkar & Moody Akhtar

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Hunger Mitao Executive Producer Vaishali Thakkar & Moody Akhtar

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Financial growth can be accomplished through foreign projects. Health will be fabulous with routine medical care.

Family affairs will be quite congenial.

Compatibility between married couples will be amazing. Singles can attract partners with their magnetism.

Exit of Saturn from your sign will bring many positive changes this month. Life with your spouse will be quite turbulent.

Career growth is based on completion of foreign projects. Prudence will govern your spending habits. Health will be good.

Time to evaluate past performance and form plans for the future. Singles will be successful in getting love partners with their communication skills. Health will be excellent, and friends and family will help career development. Money flow will be generous.

Spirituality will play a major role in your life this month. Singles are looking for spiritual compatibility in love mates.

Health will be marvelous. Professional development will be splendid. Finances will be cheerful.

Social circle will provide love opportunities for singles. Health will show radical improvement.

Professional growth will be splendid.

Finances will be very volatile. Financial acumen will be excellent. Family issues will be problematic.

Singles are looking for fun in their love partnerships. Family atmosphere will be genial. Career obligations will be demanding. Money flow will be sluggish. Health will be tentative and requires more attention. Students will have no problem with their studies.

Married life will be replete with passion and aggression. Singles will find love with partners of different cultures.

Good health will help you to be positive and cheerful. Finances are boosted with the help of friends and family members. Career prospects are

Singles will find love among colleagues at the workplace. Health can be maintained with enough relaxation.

Finances will be volatile, and more effort is necessary. Career prospects are not very clear. Travel activities are quite beneficial.

Forward momentum of planets will help your growth prospects. Enterprise and good communication will help a marital bliss. Family environment will be harmonious. Career development is helped by the social circle.

Saturn will bring about major transformations in life. Married life will be full of fun. Health requires normal exercise and healthy food. Money flow will be excellent till the 20th. Career growth will be quite good, and all the obstructions will be eliminated.

Marital harmony will be disturbed with a lot of bickering due to financial matters. Emotional health will be more important. Saturn will bring you splendid cash flow. Students will excel in their academic pursuits. Career prospects are bleak.

Money will come from windfalls and speculative investments. Planetary aspects are not favorable for marital bliss. Career growth will not be encouraging. Health will be delightful.

Family issues will be very much disturbing and negative.

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A certain darkness is needed to see the stars.

“The greatest fear in the world is the opinion of others, and the moment you are unafraid of the crowd, you are no longer a sheep, you become a lion. A great roar arises in your heart, the roar of freedom.”

“If you love a person, you accept the total person. With all the defects.

Because those defects are a part of the person. Never try to change a person you love, because the very effort to change says that you love half, and the other half of the person is not accepted. When you love, you simply love.”

“I live my life based on 2 principles. One, I live as if today was my last day on earth. Two, I live today as if I am going to live forever.”

-OSHO-.

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