Tulip Anniversary Issue by Tulip Magazine

HYDERABAD FORTNIGHTLY LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

VOL 02 | ISSUE 1 | MAY 01-15 2011

PIECE OF LIFE Epitome of Fashion TULIP ANNIVERSARY ISSUE

SAGA

Story of Tulip

ART

Beauty of the Ancient Indian Monument

FASHION

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Contents Volume -2 Issue -1

May 1-15, 2011

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14 Entertainment Your quota of gossips, scandals, news and amusements

20 Tinsel Town

Take a sneak peek of whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happening in town

33 Tulip Special

SAGA - Journey of the magazine so far..

67 Piece of life

Fashion forever!

72 Automobiles

Best wheels in town

74 Cover Story:

sizzling damsel

Gadgets:

Regza AT300 TabletA Toshiba product

Art: A 2nd Century Masterpiece

Still a magnificent Beauty!

Interiors: Flawless Interiors

Fashion: Fashion is Passion

62 60 Travel :

Pets :

Chocolate Capitals for Chocoholics

Pleasing Pets

90 Flaunt of the Issue

The picture of the issue we found is worth a special mention.

92 Fortnightly Diaries Upcoming events, City Festivals and Talk of the town

94 Horoscope

Check your predictions, scientific tarot reading and astrology by Suhasini

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK Its a dream come true! Those sleepless nights, the deadlines, coming up with new topics, they all have paid us today. Tulip is one year young now with 24 successful issues. I thank my family for their continuous support. Being the only fortnightly lifestyle magazine in Hyderabad, the way people have welcomed and given it warm appreciation is amazing. Frotm what’s hot to what’s not, from wedding to parties and from art to charity, Tulip has been covering all events within the city. The Tulip team is wonderful and I appreciate the way every individual works at office, which symbolizes the existence of immense energy among employee. We assure you that we will keep you entertained by bringing the city closer to you. The cover features Bollywood’s one of the most beautiful personalities – Sonakshi Sinha. She talks with Tulip about how her strong association with the film industry and her dream to be a Fashion Designer. This issue brings a whole lot of entertainment at your end. The magazine is equipped with information about Health to Fashion and Art to Gossips. As we mark the I Anniversary of Tulip, we walk down the memory lane and focus on topics like - Special Bonding, Travel, ‘Chef-In-You’, Fashion, A Day From Diary, Flaunts which have been an important part of Tulip’s journey. Enrich yourself with world’s greatest historical monuments – Ajanta caves under the section – Art. ‘Piece of Life’ – talking about how fashion has been a part of our lives since ages. Fashion exists among kids and elders, in style and accessories, in mix-matching, tradition and more than the above, it exists within us. Amidst your busy schedules, take some time to design your lieu during this summer with impeccable interiors. This issue also updates you with latest Gizmos and Gadgets. Things I’ve learnt this issue FASHION – We are known for our love towards fashion and it’s an urge among almost everyone to harmonize with the latest and the trendiest. RELATIONSHIPS – Nothing in this world is more valuable than an ideal relationship among each other. ART – Beauty of the ancient Ajanta caves in Maharashtra incredible history of our Nation and is every traveler’s list of places-to-visit in India.

Regards,

Sonakshi Sin

COVER STORY

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Esam Ahmed Bilgrami Editor & Publisher publisher@tulipmag.com

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Fashion is Ageless

PIECE OF LIFE

If one reads down the history lane, one can notice that from every clan to every aristocra t family, they all had distin ct styles of dressing. This also includes they way they tattooed themselve s or even adorned their hair or their style of wear ing a skirt or a dress. And this has been running throughout history. Believe it or not, if one just look s into the history books, you’ll only be surprised as to the importance that was give to dress fashion. The Kings and Queens of erstwhile periods woul d often go to any extent to get their dresses seam ed in a way that is new in the eyes of the world. Looking at these instances , one can only agree to the fact that fashion is one of the oldest elements of history that never dies.

SAGA P SO FAR…

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the little black dress

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exist in what Fashion doesn’t is within we wear. Fashion in our atair, its us! Its in the and our titude, our thinking to be irorder approach. In be one must replaceable the outward different, as the inward defines fashion in this yourself. Because DO “clothes fashion world, make a man.”

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dressy occasions.

patent leather pumps

accessories. dress and other They are of awe to the color dress. It adds a tint well with any styles and sizes. It blends perfectly comes in various these shoes are and stylish. It comfortable Halloween parties, It makes occasions to your day wonderful. From official choice and makes physical momentum. just the right personality and the wearer gain

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Flaunt yourself

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BITTEN BY THE TRAVEL BUG

travel

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of miracle?? being the prior Isn’t it a nature and friendship hue Indeed, with love or few has its own range of new Every relation or a spoken word Unheard stories are adorn sword!!

take valleys, to the glorious Experience Godly glaciers exotic get away. pamper these From the of the valleys, escape to bags to exserenity a mystic your travel of adventure, the thrill taste buds and grab your royal unexplored. plore the

TRAVEL

the explore the Yaks, in the Indus fishing two mightyis a picnic Have and go between Leh. This mountains and , lies rush. From Sandwiched River. Karakorum adrenalin this place your mountains, to ease to river raftingof thrill. You g one spot chills are not which you the mountaineerin to give cuisines and Korean is all set on various Chinese the staple can binge but also Momos and colorful the for shawls, just Indian to forget Pashmi garments and not There are woolen Thupkas. handmade and Stoles shopping.

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of the Western the foot hills mounNestled in at this blue and atmosphere Ghats, the of fresh air-coldgreen is a whiff tain town in the fresh can indulge go for crisp. One on fresh Carrots, trips or tea and munch camping trekking and National elaborate trip to Mudumalai The Doddatake a Safari varied wildlife. Park to view a spectacular view, emerald has betta peak and the Stephens scenic beauty A trip to the tea lake for its its spirituality. Church for must. house is a

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FLAUNT

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HYDERABAD FORTNIGHTLY LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

MAY 01-15, 2011 | VOL 2 ISSUE 1

CEO

: Ansar Ahmed Bilgrami

Publisher & Editor G.M. & Fashion Editor

: Esam Ahmed Bilgrami : Aaliyah Ahmed Bilgrami

Graphic Designers : Mohammed Wasim Shrihari Billa Photography

: Erigi Narsing Rao

Deputy Editor

: Aditya Tej

Internies : Khushboo Choudhary Shurthi Mathur Vaishnavi Gopalakrishna Contributors : Suhasini, Deepa S K, Hassan Ali, Bhuvana Balaji Senior Marketing Executive : Md. Abdul Rahman Marketing Executive & PR

: Adish Rai

Circulation Head

: Md. Faheem Siddiqui

Client Service Executive

: R. Anand Rao

Publication Consultant

: Raghurama Raju Kalidindi

Magazine Distribution IBH Books and Magazines Distributors Pvt. Ltd. For Advertisements Call : +91-9618000068 040- 42407214 RNI No. APENG/2010/33719 Edited, Printed, Published & Owned by Esam Ahmed Bilgrami # 3-5-121/E/1/6/2/A, Ramkote, Street No. 3, Haseen Villa, Hyderabad - 500001, Andhra Pradesh. And Printed at Kala Jyothi Process Pvt. Ltd., # 1-1-60/5, RTC X Roads, Hyderabad - 500020. Published at Bilgrami Media Pvt. Ltd., # 1-8-308/2/2, Haseen Plaza, Near Modi Ford Showroom, Begumpet, Hyderabad - 500016. Email : editor@tulipmag.com Website : www.tulipmag.com All rights reserved. Republishing in whole or part without written permission is prohibitted. All photographs, unless otherwise indicated, are used for illustrative purpose only. Publisher and Executive Editor’s Note: We make every effort to publish a magazine that is informative, entertaining and free of errors. We regret any omissions or inaccuracies, which are entirely unintentional. Please do bring to our notice any item that may be incorrect, or any photograph erroneously published. Also, we would be pleased to include any item or photograph that warrants our attention. We believe in the spirit of this city and its lively people and do hope our content bring only smiles to our reader’s faces. As always, your suggestions are welcome.

MODEL HUNT If you are smoking hot, then we are hunting for you. “TULIP is searching for fresh faces”. If you have the attitude to make it big, then you have a chance to get on the cover. So send your portfolio to info@tulipmag.com

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ANSAR AHMED BILGRAMI CEO

“It was my son’s dream and I had to support him. We knew it would be a little difficult because this has never been a part of our stream. There are no shortcuts to any place worth going. Not only did we make a dream come true but also worked hard to achieve good results. When we love something to do and when we do it with determination, we can expect miracles. I still remember the joy when I held a copy of the first issue. The journey has been excellent! I am over-whelmed as Tulip turned one. Time flew by fast, as the magazine turned a year old now. It’s a special feeling! I am all excited and looking forward for more success and productive outcome for the time to come in future. I would like to thank all the viewers and readers for their prolonged support, love and best wishes. We intend to keep this up and share with you all that you love to read the most.”

AALIYAH BILGRAMI GM and Fashion Editor

Tulip is my husband’s dream and I feel so lucky to be a part of it. Success never come easily, we have put in lot of hard work to make this dream a reality. About me “I always wanted to make a place for myself, to be successful and recognized. Tulip has done it all for me. The magazine has made a name for itself in such a short span of time, it is capturing everyone attention. It’s the most talked about lifestyle magazine in recent times. Today i feel so overwhelmed and would like to convey my gratitude to all those who are connected to this magazine, in one or the other way. I have an amazing team and its really nice working here in office with them.

Erigi Narsing Rao, Photography

Mohammed Wasim, Graphic Designer

Shrihari Billa, Graphic Designer

“I’ve been associated with the magazine right from the beginning. It has been a good journey. I’m falling short of words to describe how I feel. I have also received an award for the best picture of Andhra Pradesh on the World’s Photography Day, 2008.”

“It has been almost a year now that I’ve been connected with the magazine. The office is amazing with wonderful people. The bosses are very supportive and extremely understanding. My colleagues are a bunch of fantastic people without whom things wouldn’t be the way they are right now.”

“It’s been a couple of months that I have started working for the magazine as a graphic designer. The people here are all amazing and very encouraging and inspiring. I’ve been putting in my best effort. And I wish & hope to more celebrate anniverseries in future.

Faheem Siddiqui, Circulation Head “My association with the magazine has been splendid! The people connected to the magazine are truly amazing. The magazine is a wonderful piece of entertainment. I’m indeed very happy that it has turned a year old.”

TULIP MAGA Md. Abdul Rahman, Sr. Marketing Executive

R. Anand Rao Client Service Executive

Aditya Tej, Deputy Editor

Shruti Mathur, Writer

“I’m very much attached to the magazine as it’s been a few days only since I’ve joined Tulip. The atmosphere in the office is very energetic and that keeps me motivated all the time.”

“The office is extremely good. Esam and Aaliyah are wonderful people and are very supportive. It’s been an amazing journey. People in the office are connected very well, and have been a support pillar to each other.”

“Tulip is an elite lifestyle magazine which captures the best of Lifestyle, Fashion and Events. My experience with the magazine so far was very good. I loved the office ambience. It’s so welcoming. My colleagues are co-operative and willing to help each other in the best ways they can.”

“It’s a perfect magazine! The contents which readers would like to read are all there, right from the cinema buzz to the city gossips and from partying scenes to the new openings. The learning experience in the office has been extraordinary. It is an extremely ‘cool’ office with ‘super-cool’ people.”

Khushboo Choudhary, Writer

Vyshnavi Gopalakrishna, Writer

Tulip is a great reading treat. The magazine is highly informative on lifestyle and happenings in the city. A very good place to learn and explore.

“Tulip is the out-come of efforts of different people with different mind-sets. Distinct are the mind-sets and distinct is the magazine, yet successful in satisfying everyone’s expectations. Though its been just a few days every moment at tulip is a learning experience”

Adish Rai, Marketing Executive & Promotions “Love being a part of such an amazing Lifestyle Magazine. It has got amazing content and stylish cover pages. People behind this have a fashion ethic towards making the magazine trendier and more fashionable. I’m proud to be a part of it!”

Hassan Ali, Writer “My association with Tulip has been wonderful, the management has been very sweet to me and gave me the freedom to write without putting in any restrictions. Working with Tulip is fun. Looking for another successful year ahead with Tulip.”

ZINE TEAM Suhasini, Tarot writer

Deepa S.K. Writer

Bhuvana Balaji, Writer

Srinidhi Writer

I love Tulip for its indepth information on everything about the city. I consider myself lucky to be a part of Tulip and write about Horoscope every fortnight and I want to thank the magazine for the same. Wishing the team all the very best.

Adding to the ever changing and happening city called Hyderabad, Tulip is like an icing on the cake. It covers the 360 degree of our city. It’s been an immense pleasure working with the magazine.

Its been a great experience writing for Tulip. I got a chance to meet a lot of people and interact with them. I wish the magazine many more successful anniversary issues to come in future.

After working with Tulip, I was able to see the way a magazine works from close quaters. It’s a place where one can explore ideas and experience part of Hyderabad well. It shows sparks of interest and enthusiasm in helping its viewers feel more connected.

VIEW POINT

Tulip is one of the top entertainment magazines in the city, and we are celebrating our 1st anniversary. We have the view points and greetings of the readers on the completion of one successful year. Let’s take a sneak-peek what our readers think about the magazine. Here we go…. “It’s a great city magazine and covers a lot of information about the city. A good read for Hyderabadis. Best wishes on Tulip’s turning one.”

“It is a respectable magazine and is doing an applaudable job. In a year’s time it has reached a very high level in the market. It is a good pick up magazine. It exposes the young faces. I pray it reaches new heights by the passing time.”

Anuj Rai, PR & Marketing, Retail Brands

Gavin Joseph, Owner, S V Caters and Events

“It’s a praise-worthy magazine. It covers the party scenes perfectly. I love the quality of pictures that are published. My hearty greetings to the whole team of Tulip, you all have done an outstanding job!” Dj Phalgun, Deejay, Bottles & Chimneys “It is one of my favourite magazines. I love the ‘flaunt of the issue’ section, it focuses on the youth and their fashion statement. They are doing wonderful. Aaliyah is a dear friend, I wish her all the luck and I wish it soon becomes one of the top magazines of our nation.”

“Keep going! My best wishes are with all those who have been putting their efforts to make each edition even better. The hard work is paying off, and it shows. All the best and happy One year Anniversary.” Namita Singhvee, Jewellery Designer

“Everything about the magazine is good. They keep us updated with all the events and gossips in the city, and about fashion, which is great! The pictures published are all commendable. I like the section ‘Fortnightly Dairies’, I get to know the upcoming events, City festivals and the talk of the town.” Naren Pal Singh, Manager, Liquids

Nazeer Shaik, Owner, Envy “It’s a home-magazine for me, Aaliyah is a great friend. I love the magazine, it has been doing well. I wish the magazine reaches the national level. Congratulations for the first anniversary.”

“Congratulations Tulip, for the First Anniversary. Tulip Magazine has done wonders with their quality of printing; no doubt it’s the magazine for Today’s Youth also. I congratulate Tulip again for the great team effort. Great Going!”

Ruchita Hora, Entrepreneur

Sanjeev Metha, Manager, Bottles & Chimneys

VIEW POINT

“The magazine always has something new to discuss about. They cover interesting topics like health, fashion and beauty. I like ‘Tinsel Town’ as it talks about what’s been going on in the city. It’s always good to read such things. The magazine’s doing great!”

“It’s a great magazine. In terms of growth it has been doing wonders. It definitely is a tough competition to the top magazines. It has captured the market in a very short span of time. It also covers variety of topics on the culture, fitness, fashion, and always has interesting stories to read. It not only covers the Page3 but a vast number of issues. The best part about Tulip magazine is, unlike the other magazines, it does not repeat any story content. I wish the team of Tulip all the very best and keep up with the great job.”

Santosh Kumar, Owner, Paris De Salon “It’s is an up-right and dependable magazine. The features that the magazine covers are all exquisite and well written. It is a perfect local magazine.”

Wajid Khaleel, Doctor “The magazine has been growing in a better way in the terms of content. I really like the part that discusses about people’s life. The pictures posted are all beautiful. I wish them all the very best, keep up the good work.”

Nikitha Reddy, Socialite

“Firstly I would like to congratulate Tulip on the tremendous success and its first anniversary. It is an up-to-date magazine. The pictures published are stupefying. I learn a lot about what has been going on the city through this magazine. It’s a decent magazine.” Qutub Alam Khan, Entrepreneur “It is a very interesting magazine and one of the top magazines in Hyderabad. I wish them luck, and keep going!” Bani Ahuja, Socialite

Jayshree, Marketing Manager, Westin

“The magazine is really good for the youth and for every age group. The articles are well written. I especially like the section that talks about a person’s life, ‘A day from his/her Dairy’. I also like the ‘Special Bonding’ section; it’s always good to see love in the air. All the best Tulip and Happy One year Anniversary.” Karen, Nutritionist & Dietitian

“The magazine is fresh. It not just talks about glamour, fashion, entertainment, but also about whats happening in and around the city. It’s a perfect local magazine, as it covers news from all aspects.” Shilpa Reddy, Designer I know the team personally everyone is very energetic and positive in approach. The magazine is one of the best in town. Aadesh Kothari, Designer

“It’s an informative magazine and I really like it. The articles are very informative and focus on the new faces in Hyderabad. I like the Feature story section and the Entertainment section, they are extremely entertaining and very informative.” Anchal Bahirwani, Socialite As told to Shruti Mathur

HOLLYWOOD

EVEN RACHEL WOOD

Finally Admits

Evan Rachel Wood confirms in a magazine, what many have suspected for a long time that she’s a bisexual. “I was always into very androgynous things. Guys and girls, I’m into androgyny in general,” the actress tells the ublication, adding this trait attracted her to ex Marilyn Manson.”I think one of the things that freaked people out so much is that we looked so different.” On True Blood, Wood’s character is also into both genders. Then again, she’s also a vampire. “I’m opening the doors, I’m buying dinner. Yeah, I’m romantic.” Does Wood care with whom she ends up? Nope, she just wants to be happy, saying she’s up for anything with a nice guy, or a nice girl.

BROOKE MUELLER: Back in Rehab

Brooke Mueller has gone back to rehab, according to reports. The socialite refused her drug test on a particular day, that she was required to take as part of her custody settlement with ex-husband Charlie Sheen. This followed a week in which she allegedly went off the rails. There’s no hard proof of her binging on drugs, but that pawn shop sighting is sketchy to say the least, and Sheen’s lawyers are going to court, to raise the issue. A source close to Mueller tells a news channel somewhat vaguely that: “Brooke is doing fine, she is continuing with the rehab program she has always done.” That doesn’t mean all is well with her and her ex-hubby Sheen. “Brooke will not take a drug test until Charlie takes a drug test,” the source said. Brooke will comply with the deal until he stops talking about her in public. He’s been violating their agreement from day one and she’s had enough.”

LINDSAY LOHAN

Still on Guilty Plea

Lindsay Lohan’s lawyer is steadfast that her client will win in court. A recent report suggests her confidence level may be more moderate. Shawn Chapman Holley has asked the judge in her grand theft case how much time Lindsay Lohan will get by agreeing to a guilty or no contest plea. The eventual sentence was discussed last week in a secret meeting between Holley, Judge Stephanie Sautner and Deputy D.A. Danette Meyers. A source close to the case tells us the judge told both attorneys how much time she would serve, although word of any precise sentence hasn’t leaked. At worst, Lohan faces three years in a state slammer. She nixed a plea deal that would have gotten her just three months, but with probation as well. We all know how Lindsay does with probation.

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SHAHRUKH IS A

BOLLYWOOD

Real Ra-One

The Baadshah of Bollywood - Shah Rukh Khan packs up a three-day advertisement commercial shoot in one night. Yes it’s very much true. Writer-director Rensil D’Silva isn’t going to forget the previous saturday night in a hurry. An ad shoot with Shah Rukh Khan for a men’s innerwear brand that was meant to take three days to complete got done in one night. A source present at the Star Hotel in Juhu where the shoot took place said, “Rensil needed Shah Rukh for three days, but the actor, who is busy with the post-production of Ra-One, took a look at Rensil’s script and said, ‘We’ll complete it on saturday night’. The ad was action-packed and had to be shot in different locations. It was accomplished in one night.” When contacted D’Silva he said he was still in a surprise. “I have shot ads with every other star in Bollywood, but this was an experience of a lifetime. His energy level is at the highest at night.” “The ad has a lot of action with stunts and speeding cars and Shah Rukh just breezed through it. I am editing the material now and will present it to my clients in a fortnight,” he also told. The director also managed to slip in a conversation with the actor over a new film project. He now knows the best time of the day to shoot the film.

DEEPIKA’S SKIRT To be auctioned

Deepika Padukone’s hot mini skirt from ‘Mit Jaye Gham’ is all set to be auctioned for Salman Khan’s charity Being-Human. This idea struck producer-director Rohan Sippy. In order to score a few brownie points after all the negative publicity the song attracted, he decided to auction the skirt online and the benefits from the same will be donated to ‘Being-Human.’ Confirms Sippy, “We are all surprised by the reaction to Deepika’s look in the track. We decided to auction it for charity.” News has it that, many cinema fans went crazy over Deepika’s outfit in the song. She is looking ravishing hot in the song and it has also pulled lot of attraction from the audience. One of the sources has said that, “While on a nationwide tour, the DMD team is discovering that while the track itself is being criticized, there is great excitement over the costume that Deepika wears in the music video. There is a huge demand for it.”

ABHISHEK

Favourate Co-Star

Abhishek Bachchan, while promoting his upcoming flick Dum Maro Dum, in an interview, bluntly talked about his favourite co-stars. He said, “Rani is the best co-star I have ever worked with. She’s beautiful and is a brilliant actor.” When asked if he would like to work with her again, Abhi promptly replied, “Of course, I would love to work with her.” It can be recalled that Abhishek and Rani, had been linked up with each other before Abhi-Ash’s marriage. There were also rumors that the two are planning to tie the knot. The on screen couple has also worked in films like Yuva, Bunty Aur Babli, Laga Chunri Mein Daag and Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna. Abhishek having confessed his desire to work with Rani, we are looking forward to see the duo sizzle together on screen, very soon in the near future. MAY 01-15, 2011 TULIP 15

TOLLYWOOD

“AGE NO BAR

For Prabhas”

Age is not an issue anymore in marriages, especially among celebrities. If the sources are to believed Prabhas, the Mr. perfect star, is the new one who is all set to prove that age is no bar to tie a knot. He is planning to marry a 20 year old computer engineer. The talented 34 year old Prabhas’ marriage is fixed with 20 year young girl, leaving an age gap of 14 years. Grapewine suspects, the news will be officially announced sooner or later. Now why giving a jawdropped expression? You can see others celebrating their successful married lives with age-difference being no hurdle. Well, in this case, the marriage of Sridevi and Boney Kapoor is a perfect example.

ANOTHER MILESTONE To Megastar

Mega star Chiranjeevi and VV Vinayak are all set to sizzle the silver screen with Chiru’s 150th movie. VV Vinayak had previously directed Chiru in the movie Tagore. The mega star himself admitted his re-entry into movies but did not give any particular information about the movies and its direction. Reports suggest that the movie will be based on ‘Samajika Nyayam’ ( Social Equality ) which is his political party’s tag-line. This will be his comeback after four years.

ILLIENA

Disappointed?

Who wouldn’t give excuses for a disastrous film? After all being a big star of Tollywood! So comes the statement of Illeana post her flop film Shakti with Jr. NTR, in an English newspaper when quizzed her about it. She expressed her disappointment with Shakti and reportedly said the story which was narrated to her was different for what it has been turned out to be on screen. Without a hint of hesitance, she added that she can’t ask her fans to watch the film what she doesn’t like. The same day Ashwini Dutta, Producer of Shakti, came with surprising advertisements thanking all the Telugu audience for their support, showing collections that Shakti will make a new record. Increasing the fire, she claimed that Illeana has taken one crore towards remuneration and did not even participate, except couple of steps in audio release function. Now, let us wait if Ashwini’s move is successful or the sexy siren Illeana’s.

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SPORTS

PAKISTAN PLAN

IPL Equivalent

Pakistan’s players have not been a part of the IPL since its inaugural season due to the cold war between the two countries, but the PCB has plans to launch their own equivalent of the Twenty20 tournament, though they have admitted it will not be possible to host it in Pakistan. Instead, they want to host the tournament in Dubai, where Pakistan have played oneday internationals against Australia and South Africa, and the latter in a Test match. Sultan Rana, the chief of PCB’s domestic cricket department, told the plans had been in the pipeline for the last two years but the board had to delay it because of the attack on Sri Lanka’s cricketers during their tour of Pakistan in March 2009. We have first considered the idea a couple of years ago,” he said. “The documents were complete and we were all set to go, but the attack on the Sri Lankan team meant that we had to shelve all of our plans at that time. But the plans shall execute soon enough.

MCILROY REDISCOVER His range in Kuala Lumpur

Rory McIlroy unleashed one of the longest drives of his career as he made a good start to the rest of his golfing life with a first round, three-underpar 69 at the Malaysian Open yesterday. McIlroy was again the centre of attention after his nightmare final round in Augusta, but he coped with that and sweltering temperatures in Kuala Lumpur to finish five shots behind the leader Alexander Noren. It was not such a good day for Masters champion Charl Schwartzel. The South African bemoaned jet-lag and lost clubs as he carded a 73 after an early tee-time. McIlroy showed no ill-affects from a 25-hour journey to Malaysia and his clubs arriving late as he birdied three of his opening five holes. Playing alongside world No 1 Martin Kaymer (70), his drive on the fifth hole passed the 400-yard mark thanks to a favourable bounce.

SRI LANKA REJECTS

BCCI Request on IPL Players

The relations between the BCCI and Sri Lanka Cricket, the Lankan government and SLC have decided to stick to their decision of calling back national cricketers, playing in the IPL, by May 5th . Early this month they had ordered the players to return to the country to prepare for the upcoming England tour. No meeting took place between the BCCI and SLC but Indian officials did speak to their Lankan counterparts on the matter and requested them to let their players play in the Twenty20 event at-least till May 15. But sports minister Mahindanada Aluthgamage and the Cricket Board (SLC) have decided to ignore the Indian request. A Sri Lankan Cricket source said on Wednesday that Aluthgamage, Sri Lanka Cricket and the national selection committee had lengthy planning on Tuesday on the matter. Accordingly some 11 Sri Lankans including the star players Kumar Sangakkara, Mahela Jayawardene and the newly appointed Sri Lankan captain Tillakaratne Dilshan would have to take by the Sri Lankan decision.Aluthgamage has said that interests of Sri Lankan cricket was his priority and Sri Lankans would be sending a respectful explanation on the decision to the Indian Board. MAY 01-15, 2011 TULIP 17

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TINSEL TOWN

ALL FOR A

Nobel Cause Premium Spa and Salon – PARIS DE SALON ( which was certified as the best for 2010 ) joined hands with ‘Healthy Kids – Happy Kids’ for a cause to raise funds for the disabled children by having a fashion show at Taj Deccan. Famous beauties - Bridget Nickerson ( Miss Canada ), Renate Cerljen ( Miss Sweden ), Fanney Ingvarsdottir ( Miss Iceland ) and Gantogoo Bayarkhuu ( Miss Mongolia ) walked the ramp.

Make-up Demonstration

Kapil Bhalla

Miss Iceland & Miss Mangolia

FINISHING TOUCH for ‘Guys & Girls’

Siya & Santosh

Miss Canada

‘Blossoms’ was the name of the ‘grooming’ workshop that was organized at Taj Krishna from 18th-23rd April. The workshop dealt with how could one live, look and interact better. Expert faculty included Bindi Khare- Dancer & Choreographer from the ‘Jhalak Dikhla Ja’ fame, Kapil Bhalla- Make-up artist for Bollywood & Kingfisher Calendar, Maushmi Gupta- Business, Dining & Social Etiquette Expert, Pratibha Agarwal- Power Yoga Instructor, and Zubin Vakil- Fashion Stylist & Co-ordinator. Also, in hours-gap special lectures were given by Karen Bhaita & Prasunna on Nutrition and Interior Decoration respectively. The models for the grooming sessions were picked from the audience and the event received a great response.

DESSERTS AND MOCKTAILS on the house?

It was a helluva day for Dessert and Mocktail lovers at Taj Banjara! Demonstrations along with recipes were shown. The ladies seemed to love it as they were seen enjoying and indulging in the conversations and looked onto with keen interest. Bela, Madhu, Vanita and Savita were spotted having a good time.

In a jolly mood

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TINSEL TOWN

LEMON TREE HOTELS 14th Property

Having successfully positioned itself as an independent, national chain of up-scale, moderately priced business and leisure hotels, Lemon Tree launched a 267 room hotel in the heart of Hitec City. The launch marks the brand’s 5th property in South India and Lemon Tree Hotels now owns and operates and inventory of 1500 rooms across its 14 properties, pan India. The hotel in Hyderabad features a state-of-art fitness centre, the ever refreshing spa, a rooftop swimming pool and a fully equipped business centre to address every need of the traveler. The spacious suites are designed for greater comfort to make business on the move, productive.

Nishanti & Kaushik

LAUNCH OF 91st

Naturals spa and salon

Naturals, the biggest and the fastest growing salon chain of South India, had launched its 91st salon at Madhapur which was inaugurated by actress Nishanti of LBW fame. The salon is well equipped with the best of Nail Art make-up, High Definition services and June Jacobs’ rejuvenation facial services for the first time in the city.

Patu Keswani, Chairman & Managing Director

WILLS LIFESTYLE

Collection at the display Radhika Gupta’s Will’s Lifestyle Fashion Week Collection was displayed by Sirisha and Swati. It was called ‘Swashi’. It was a hush-hush event and only close friends were invited. The designs were displayed at a friend’s penthouse, behind Chocolate Room at Madhapur. Nikita Reddy, Rekha Malpani, Sunitha, Sunila, Rajini were spotted checking out the collections.

Shilpa

Lavanya

Moni

Swathi & Sirisha

Swetha with daughter

Radha

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TINSEL TOWN

LAUNCH OF Mozilla Firefox 4

Professor Robert Syre from California, visited the town for the launch of the latest version of Mozilla Firefox at Rain club. The regional head of Mozilla Firefox for India, Mr.Vineel Reddy and the Tech Head Mr. Zoeb Khan addressed the press. The event was intended to create awareness among the citizens of Hyderabad apart from other metros like â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bangalore, Pune and Delhi.

Cutting the cake

Nishant, Tiru, Aloke, Abhigna & Zoheb

Mozilla Firefox team

Collection

PARINAYA Exhibition Nishanti

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Pretty smile

This exhibition of summer collection at Satya Sai Nigamam had the presence of famous actress Nishanti Chinmayi of LBW fame and many other celebrities and fashion designers. They showcased a wide range of apparel and jewellery for women.

TINSEL TOWN

SE LA VIEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S

1st Anniversary

The I Anniversary of Se La Vie at Taj Deccan had the presence of minister D.K.Aruna as a chief guest, Shilpa Reddy as the guest of honor, followed by the launch of the salonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website in the evening by actress Lakshmi Manchu. Late in the evening was a awards night for the members along with dance performances and the entire show was compelled by anchor Bobby and comedian Rajesh who left the crowd in splits of laughter.

Laxmi Manchu & Nikita Reddy

Shilpa

Maheshwari

Dr. Lavanya

Moni

Simitha

Brinda

Alekya

Sneha & D K Aruna

Neha Agarwal

Karishma

Shruthi

Bobby MAY 01-15, 2011 TULIP 23

TINSEL TOWN

‘SOUL’FUL Experience

Be it a Spa, Salon, Gym or a wellness centre, SOUL offers a combination of everything which are beyond just fitness and better lifestyle. This one-stop centre also offers restorative services like Nutrition, Yoga, Physiotherapy, Weight loss / gain sessions, Thai therapeutic programs and Ayurvedic healing. Besides owning unmatched fitness equipment, Soul teaches the best of Kick Boxing, Power Plates, Parkout Fitness, Mixed Martial Arts and various other fitness regimes. The Health Café at Soul is first of its kind with an array of inventive smoothies, juices and healthy salads. This unisex salon also provides effective advises and tips on perfect grooming and bridal makeovers.

Aarti & Trishna

Neha Agarwal

Akhil, Amla & Nagarjuna

Lavanya

Nisha

Neelu Bagga

Rajini

The gym Shalini

Shruti

Suman

ELEMENT ‘N’

by Neha Agarwal

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Richa

Rewana boutique introduces Neha Agarwal’s new theme based collection ‘Element N’’. The collection is based on the juxtaposition between ancient classicism and modern day glamour. With unmatched sensibility, her first collection featured 50 splendid pieces of impeccably cut Indian wear, Saris and uber luxe cocktail dresses all embroidered by hand.

TINSEL TOWN

NAINA’S

Wedding Affair Textures Associated Communications organized Naina’s Wedding Affair – 2011, which was inaugurated by Smt. Banda Karthika Reddy ( Mayor of Hyderabad ), at Kamma Sangham Hall, Ameerpet. During the exhibition, famous fashion designers and artisans across the nation have presented their designer Jewelry, handicraft designer saris, imitation jewelry, hand bags and lifestyle accessories.

Chefs at work

Displayed collection Yummilicious

INDIAN STREET

Food Festival at Ista

Banda Kartika Reddy

Deori, at Ista organized Indian Street Food Festival with master chefs who crafted the best of street food delicacies all across India, in a healthy and a nutritious way. The special menu included dishes like – Vada Pav ( from Mumbai ), Chicken Cafreal ( from Goa ), Farsaan ( from Gujarat ), Bhandaar ( from Delhi ), Biryanis ( from the city of Nizams ), Kebabs, Chaats, Dosas and many more.

NOKIA 3G Bus

‘Connecting people’, now, is yet another unique and exciting concept of 3G from Nokia, to the tech-savvy crowd of the city. The Bus features three tech zones hosting three broad categories of Nokia 3G solutions for various needs and experiences including – Business Smart, Entertainment and Smartphones apart from services like Nokia Ovi Music ( GPS Navigation ), Youtube, Mobile TV, Video Calling and Social Networking. Director – Operator Channels for Nokia India, Mr. V. Ramnath said – ‘’ It has been our endeavor to keep out customers up-to-date with the latest technology and services.’’

Lisa Haydon

Nokia 3G Bus

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TINSEL TOWN

PAINTING the Town

Asher Jay’s Art and Fashion collections were put up at display on 28th April. She is educated in New York at Parsons the New School of Design and has received a BFA in Fasion Designing and an AAS in Fashion Marketing. Special guest, Shruti Hassan, was spotted at the do and other guests were seen unwinding and admiring the great talent of this young lady!

The beauty pageants

Anjala

Shruti Hasan Model on the ramp

Jayanth & Archi

FASHION SHOW for a noble cause

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Art on display

Taj Deccan in association with ‘Healthy Kids - Happy Kids Foundation’, a Non-Profit organization presented Glamour for Goodwill, a Fashion extravaganza supporting the differently gifted kids, on Friday, April 15th, 2011. Beauty Pageant Winners from Sweden (Miss Sweden, Renate Cerljen), Iceland (Miss Iceland, Fanney Ingvarsdottir), Mongolia (Miss Mongolia, Gantogoo Nicole), and Canada (Miss Canada, Bridget Nickerson) walked the ramp to promote the great cause. Miss India World - 2008, Parvathy Omanakuttan also specially flew down to lend her support to the event. Speaking on this noble cause the beauty queen said that she was humbled and excited to be part of the grand initiative.

TINSEL TOWN

BRIDE AND GROOM Collection – 2011

The wedding season shopping for saris is always exciting at Kalanikethan. Adding to its splendor, the mall launched ‘Bride and Groom collection’. Kalanikethan has weaved magic for the ‘Bride’ with its impeccable Kanchipattu Saris, Uppadas, Nakshatra Zarkon stonework saris, Wedding Ghagras, Half saris, Partywear saris, Fancy Blouses. For the ‘Groom’, Kalanikethan offers Nizam Collection Sherwanis, Indo - Western Kurta Pyjamas, party wear, Designer suits, wedding accessories and many more.

Models in bridal wear

Namita

Arthi

Komal

Pooja

Manita

Rashi

Bina

Neha

Shalini

ELITE DIVAS PARTY at Marriot

The members of Elite Divas Club had a summer-party based on the ‘Goan’ theme. It was a pool side party, and everybody was dressed in floral attire. The ladies were seen enjoying the pool games and catching up with friends. There was music, dance, drinks, and everything to give a proper Goan feel. Among the lot Sunaina, Tina, Trisha, Rekha and Poonam were spotted.

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TINSEL TOWN

HERITAGE

Wedding Collection 2011 Mandir launched exclusive designer collection for the entire wedding season of 2011, while it was inaugurated by renowned Bollywood stars – Juhi Chawla and Sanjay Suri. The designer store is known for its wide collection of Saris, raw materials, party wear, handpicked Zari Kotas, Uppadas, Gaghras, Patolas, Kanchivarams and various others for someone who wishes to look unique, at those special occasions. Fashion Designer, Jhansi Chalavadi conveys that ‘every product from the store is carefully, pristinely designed, to meet the standards of today’s women’.

Desserts

Mouth-watering dishes Sanjay Suri, Juhi Chawla & Subash, CEO

Bengali cuisines

‘BANGLA RANNA’ Bengali Food Festival

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There are much more to Bengali cuisine than those yummy delicacies like ‘Mishti Do’, ‘Rosgulla’ or ‘Maccher Jhol’. Promenade at Hotel Aditya Park had master chefs flown down all the way from Kolkata, who displayed their culinary skills during this eleven day festival. Some of the famous and authentic dishes included in the menu were – Mangshor Gota, Hilsa Fish, Dimer Curry, Chloar Dal, Moong Mohini, Shukto, Aam Jhol, Sheem Begun Chorchori, Jhal Moori ( masala puffed rice) and many more to relish.

TINSEL TOWN

EARTH

Guest Day Novotel Hyderabad Airport celebrated Earth Guest Day on the occasion of International Earth Day on April 2011, highlighting the sustainable developments projects carried out by employees for the Accor, world worldwide. The theme this year was ‘Plant for the Planet’ promoting reforestation to restore the ecological balance and assist in preservation of biodiversity.

Balakrishna & Kiran Kumar Gandhi inaugrating

Oliva clinic Planting a tree

OLIVIA’S

New Branch Launched

Happy kids!

Oliva Hair Transplantation & Cosmetic Surgery Center was formally inaugurated by Natasimha Nandamuri Balakrishna in the presence of Mr. Kiran Kumar Grandhi, Chairman - GMR Airports, Dr. A.S. Kumar, Prof. & HOD, Dept. of Dermatology, D.C.M.S., Shreyas Mediventures’ Chairman - Mr Anil Gowra; Managing Director Mr. Soma Pradyumna; Medical Director Dr. Soma Prashant and Chief Hair Transplantation & Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon - Dr. Kanamarlapudi Balasubrahmanyam. The center offers advanced Hair Transplantation and Cosmetic Surgery procedures including Liposuction, Tummy Tuck, and Cosmetic Breast Surgery etc. The entire team is trained in Europe to replicate the highest standard of care.

HYDERABAD Fashion Week

Abrar Mohiuddin, Project Head & Sailaja Kiran

The HFW Pre-Fall 2011 will play host to a new generation of Fashion Week designers from 10th – 12th of May 2011 at Marriott, associating with leading luxury designer store, Brisah. The fashion show reveals many renowned designers who will display their latest seasonal creations. The primary objective of HFW is to fortify and facilitate the Ready-to-Wear garment industry by providing the buyers with a local and reliable option to meet the challenges, keeping up with the emerging and next-generation fashion designers. MAY 01-15, 2011 TULIP 29

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SAGA THE JOURNEY OF TULIP SO FAR…

A year of immense success and much more to come in future, the city’s lifestyle magazine scaled a new height. FASHION

SPECIAL BONDING

Special Bondings

Before your mark, you’re right there in MOTHER’S heart Before your touch you dwell in FATHER’S life Before you’re heard you have communicated all Before impressing others you have expressed yourself Your silence for a minute speaks volumes to your FRIEND Your cry and shy surely makes him fall for you The blISSFul knot was already stamped Love care and understanding made it GRAND You fight and tease and give a damn Silent prayers exist to make him calm Your SIblINGS are your life treasure Which they will be with all your pleasure All that go and come are the things destined in your life And a smile to a STRANGER breaks the ice of ages

Relationships make the world go round! It’s a divine amalgamation of care, concern, affection, understanding and exchange of genuine feelings from within. It’s the best gift one can possess in this world.

Isn’t it a nature of miracle?? Indeed, with love and friendship being the prior Every relation new or few has its own range of hue Unheard stories or a spoken word

Fashion is Passion

FASHION

the little black dress

Fashion doesn’t exist in what we wear. Fashion is within us! Its in the air, its in our attitude, our thinking and our approach. In order to be irreplaceable one must be different, as the outward fashion defines the inward yourself. Because in this fashion world, “clothes DO make a man.”

Top trend in the fashion industry. It is an oversized ring, set with precious and semi precious stones. They look extremely elegant and are also available in imitations.

clutch

Not only tightens your jeans but also gives a style quotient.

Fashionable

These are the purses intended to be carried in the hand for they have no handle. They principally come with a ‘chic-like look’ small purse, where you possibly can put your cute accessories corresponding to make up, lip stick and other cosmetics to make you feel fresh and look attractive for the rest of the day. Women like to carry clutches throughout night events and other formal, dressy occasions.

belt

patent leather pumps It adds a tint of awe to the dress and other accessories. It blends perfectly well with any color dress. They are comfortable and stylish. It comes in various styles and sizes. From official occasions to Halloween parties, these shoes are just the right choice and makes your day wonderful. It makes the wearer gain personality and physical momentum.

Special bondings’ are adorn sword!!

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This beautiful fashion innovation was intended to be long-lasting and affordable. It can take you from your office to an evening party with the switch of a few chosen accessories. Sexy and glamorous, it will flatter a lady’s figure and still allow her to demonstrate her personality through accessories which are updated every season. Team it with colourful shoes like silver and gold, rather than just plain black.

the ste quinntial se tail cock g rin

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travel

BITTEN BY THE TRAVEL BUG

valleys, take rs to the glorious From the Godly glacie . Experience these exotic get away a mystic escape to valleys, pamper ture, serenity of the the thrill of adven bags to exand grab your travel your royal taste buds plore the unexplored.

Leh Ladakh

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NiLgiris Nestled in the foot hills of the Western Ghats, the atmosphere at this blue mountain town is a whiff of fresh air-cold and crisp. One can indulge in the fresh green tea and munch on fresh Carrots, go for elaborate trekking and camping trips or take a Safari trip to Mudumalai National Park to view varied wildlife. The Doddabetta peak has a spectacular view, emerald lake for its scenic beauty and the Stephens Church for its spirituality. A trip to the tea house is a must.

TRAVEL

FLAUNT

‘The world is a book and the one who do not travel will not go beyond reading the first page’ as said by St.Augustine. Travel and change of place impart new vigor within human minds.

You think you got that beauty and looks? Then get featured here. Flaunt yourself in this ‘flaunt section’ and get known by the readers. This is in association with the famous Paris De Salon.

Flaunt yourself

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chef-in-you Chocolate Slabs

Chicken Stew Panpalè

Badam Kheer

CHEF IN YOU

A DAY FROM DIARY

Ever tried cooking something for others or for yourself? Yes, its an effective way to relax and distress and oh, if you want to win a girl’s heart, you better be good at cooking! Its one of the best ways to show that you care for that ‘someone special’.

‘A Day From Diary’ is an attempt to know people up-close and personal. A casual chit-chat session, taking a day from his/her life to let our readers know all about them.

INGREDIENTS • Mangalorean Chicken Stew & Panpale • (For Four) • Ingredients for chicken curry • 41kg chicken 44 onions 43 tomatoes 42 potatoes • For the masala INGREDIENTS y Chocolate Slabs: Chocolate slabs are readily available. They come in three variations- Milk, Dark and White chocolate. One can buy them at Venkateshwari, General bazaar. y Fillings of your Choice: Give your chocolate making culinary skills a twist with various fillings of almond, walnut, mint essence, coffee, honey, dates, seedless jams, marzipan, caramels and crèmes. You can also go the healthy way with muesli, cornflakes and oats. RECIPE y Step 1: Temper the chocolate either by double boiling or microwaving to a fine liquefied state. Do not heat it directly as it turns bitter. Mix well with a spatula to remove air bubbles. y Step 2: Add desired fillings and give it a good stir. y Step 3: Using a spoon fill the moulds with the concoction. Once filled tap it gently to settle smooth. y Step 4: Refrigerate till it attains a solified form. Remove from moulds gently y Step 5: Wrap them in colourfull paper and store. Note: Water should be kept away from tempered chocolate; single drop of water ruins the entire preparation.

• Grind this to paste 42tbsp jeera 44tbsp coriander powder • 42tbsp mustard 44 tbsp khus khus 44 tbsp cashew nut paste • 410 green chillies 42 bunches of coriander leaves 46 cloves

INGREDIENTS • Ingredients for Badam Kheer

• 41 bunch of mint leaves 41 tbsp pepper powder or 5 peppercorns

• Almonds or Badam – 25 nuts

• 46 cardamoms 42 pieces of cinnamon 4½ tbsp turmeric powder

• Jaggery- 1/2 cup (or as per your taste) 4Milkmaid- 1 cup • Cardamom (green) - 1/2 teaspoon

• RECIPE

• Ghee- 5 teaspoon

• Fry 2 sliced onions in a pan with some oil.

• Soaked in warm milk (optional)

• When fried till onions turn light brown in colour, add 3 finely chopped tomatoes and cook till it turns into a semi paste. • Add the masala and fry for fifteen minutes. • Add chicken, potatoes and some water • Add salt to taste accordingly • Cook till tender

• Milk- 1 litre 4Water- 1/4 cup

• Saffron- few saffron strands

RECIPE • Assortment of dry fruits for serving • Soak badam (almonds) for 6-8 hours, take out the outer, brown skin and make a paste of almonds. Keep aside. • Soak rice for half an hour. Pour it in a thick bottom vessel and bring to boil adding some ghee and jaggery. Add milk and bring it to boil. • Take another pan and put ghee in it. Fry the badam paste lightly. It should not turn to brown color. After a little cooling pour it into the kheer mixture and stir it nicely. • Add cardamom powder and stir it for another 6-8 minutes. • After cooling, decorate with saffron and finely dried fruits. Serve chilled.

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OCTOBER 1-15,

you know You know him for his exquisite sense of style, his grand him for his easy smile and you know him for entrances at parties. But did you know that chocolate guy boy Gavin Joseph is a hardworking and ambitious his father who has successfully taken the mantle from in handling the family business. OCTOBER 1-15, 2010 TULIP 1

He is Tollywood’s newest singing sensation, an intelligent actor who doesn’t veil his emotions behind platitudes, an entertaining master of ceremonies, a no-nonsense radio jockey and an accountable head operations manager handling his school. OCTOBER 1-15, 2010 TULIP 1

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credit as an 250 shows to her Today, with over the best in is rated as one of to her Emcee, DJ Sharon u communication comes India. This imprompt y adds zest and livens up artlessly as she gracefull for or anchors. Let’s sneak music spins she the shows young lady. life of this versatile a quick look into the

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Before your mark, you’re right there in MOTHER’S heart Before your touch you dwell in FATHER’S life Before you’re heard you have communicated all Before impressing others you have expressed yourself Your silence for a minute speaks volumes to your FRIEND Your cry and shy surely makes him fall for you The BLISSFUL knot was already stamped Love, care and understanding made it GRAND You fight and tease and give a damn Silent prayers exist to make him calm Your SIBLINGS are your life treasure Which they will be with all your pleasure All that go and come are the things destined in your life And a smile to a STRANGER breaks the ice of ages Isn’t it a nature of miracle?? Indeed, with love and friendship being the prior Every relation new or few has its own range of hue Unheard stories or a spoken word

Special Bondings are adorned sword!

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NARENDER PAL SINGH & PRIYA They tied knots for eight years now. They look still much in love and come out as a charming couple. Narender is a manager at Liquids pub and wife Priya a school teacher. There love story excites us and is a dream story for many. There love is the same even after their two cute children. Young as parents, young at heart and young as lovers!!

SANDEEP AHUJA & SUCHITA AHUJA

VIREN AGARWAL & SHIKHA AGARWAL

Marriages are made in heaven and the best couple who could define this is them. With an understanding to match their trust, they are a new couple who personally and professionally just click. They leave you feeling warm and enriched with their apparent love for the other.

SANJAY & RUCHITA SONI

It’s not about you or me it’s about US. After marriage, two individuals lead one life. They are just the same. They are truly made for each other. They are the main proprietor along with their elder brother of DREAMZ a well known brand of a diamond jewelry firm SAINATH JEWELERS. Though not blessed with kids; they believe they are blessed being with each other. Love is what they say in unison is the best gift they have give to each other.

Marriages has for ages been considered a very blessed bond. It is a precious relationship. They have definitely had a steady start with amazing compability to go with. Both of them are of the same zodiac sign Pisces, so parallel temperament and like-mindedness is bound to exist. It simply proves that God makes your partner the BETTER-HALF of you.

NAVDEEP & SONALI AHUJA You laugh you cry you share and he is right there – childhood friend! But wait; think if this friend of yours becomes your PERFECT LIFE PARTNER. Could there be any other gift one could ask for from God? With true smile and heart coupled with pure love for the each other which will remain forever is this couple. When the destiny is the same then the TWO strike the same path for a wonderful journey waiting to be walked by someone together.

MOGHNY & MOBINA KHAN When your love is new and true everyday then definitely the first impression one gets is of a newly married couple. They tied their knot six years ago but still love to fall in love with each other every day. They seem to be newly married couple just returned from their honeymoon. No matter how you meet or how you are brought together, when you are meant to be you just are. MAY 01-15, 2011 TULIP 33

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CHAITANYA & NEETA KUMAR Opposites attract!! Yes in relationship too as going by them. Neeta is calm and reserved whereas chaitanya is the social one who loves to make a lot of friends and parties a lot. There is an equivalent bond temperament bond between the two as they say. The story of bonding of two souls for lifetime makes for a perfect relationship. Trust and love is the mantra for them to keep their bond alive!

MOHANLAL GUPTA & RITU GUPTA

JAIDEEP & ALKA

When a girl is married all she desires is truthful and caring husband, is all what we know. But deep in her heart she tries finding her parents in her IN-LAWS. She longs for a fatherly love and misses being pampered. A relationship with special bonding of father in law and daughter in law is rare and exceptional. Mohanlal gupta, owner of mussadilal jewelers share one such delightful relation with her daughter in law, RITU GUPTA.

The strong bond and the maturity in a relation grow with the passing time. Through white and blacks, ups and downs 29 years of knowing each other and 25 of which were spent bonded in matrimony they have come a long way with a strong bond. Indeed, this has brought them closer together in love. Their beautiful journey can be described as joy and love. Currently Mr. Jaideep is the General Manager ISTA Hotel.

WAJEED KHALEEL & HAMEED KHALEEL BROTHERLY LOVE- strikes as notorious pranks and fun!! So is the case of the twins born to MOHAMMED KHALEEL, a civil engineer and TANVEER KHALEEL, a microbiologist are soon to be doctors, have high aims, they are concerned about the other but wait above all they are full of fun and social people. Someone has rightly said – “It’s double the giggles and double the grins and double the trouble if you are blessed with twins! “

NATASHA KHAN & KARISHMA BAGGA Every relation does have one connection- FRIENDSHIP. What more an individual can ask for when his family supports him like a friend and his friend turns out to be a sharing-world. The amazing friendship shared by them needs a mention here who have been friends for about two years but they describe their friendship as “FRIENDS FOR LIFE”. 34 TULIP MAY 01-15, 2011

LAVRAJ BHALERAO & ANIL KUMAR YADAV Life is partly what we make it and partly what it is made by the friends we choose. You are just what you are with friends. All your emotions are justified. Li’F’e without friends becomes such a LIE and yes this apart they’re the best secret-keepers and they just personify the aforesaid. Though busy with their respective lives, they resume from where they had left the last time.

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KH LEH LADA

e explore th the Yak s, s u h d it In w e ic n ic ing in th ighty sh H a ve a p fi o g o m s an d tween tw . This is mountain iched be w eh d L n s a e S li an d , River. arakorum sh. From K ru s, n in li a ta n n mou your adre se a is place e th to g r raftin e one spot v ri ou to g eerin of thrill . Y mountain the chills ot u n o y re e a iv h g hic is all set to various cuisines w a Kore n on inese and h C can binge o le ls a n but d the stap just India Momos an , colorful e th t e rg fo ls and not to re are Pashmi shaw ents for rm he a T g s. n a k le p o u o Th ma de w d n a h d n Stoles a . shopping

NILGIRIS Nestled in the foot hills of the Western Ghats, the atmosphere at this blue mountain town is a whiff of fresh air-cold and crisp. One can indulge in the fresh green tea and munch on fresh Carrots, go for elaborate trekking and camping trips or take a Safari trip to Mudumalai National Park to view varied wildlife. The Doddabetta peak has a spectacular view, emerald lake for its scenic beauty and the Stephens Church for its spirituality. A trip to the tea house is a must.

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SIKKIM

has a vaSikkim is rich in bio-diversity and best way The ids. Orch and ts plan of riety neering, to explore Sikkim is by mountai the nare whe ys valle trekking in the hill ets into secr its sper whi to s seem f ture itsel ries aste mon your ears. A trip to the quaint The g. bein l itua spir r is a must to revive you tion bina com rre biza a is ine cuis Sikkimese t. One can of Nepal, Indi a, Bhutan and Tibe itional trad ets, carp shop for hand woven ves, wea cha Lep in ls shaw , motifs, blankets variety of a and es tabl ed carv ly isite exqu Himalayan herbs.

ALIBAGH

antic get away with If you are planning a rom bagh is just the right your loved one then Ali the isolated beaches place. Walk through song. Plan a holiday te ori humming your fav e the glorious past by at Kihim beach. Explor a and Maratha for ts paying a visIt to Kulab t at Janjiro. Indulge for and a charming sea fried fish and musin succulent crab, deep e beauty of Alibagh is sel s in thick gravy. Th . simple, yet captivating

KERALA

val am beach and walk Take a dive into the Ko sand. Take an excurn the stripes of golde e puram, the old palac sion to Padmanabha es, lak the o int e e. Div of Rajas of Travancor y. and canals at Alleppe rs ate ckw ba ns, oo lag d an rk Pa riyar National Take a safari to the Pe the op Sh ls. hil mom Tiger reserve in carda market. Cruise along al loc the at ces spi best at house watching bo the the back waters in e , palm groves and ric the serene rural living co co s ha lly tia en e ess paddies. Keral a cui sin nana ba sh Fre d. foo sea nut oil with lots of s. ut water are must trie chips and sweet cocon

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HIMACHAL

and on to distress, unwind It is the best destinati aty ver e som for is home rejuvenate. Himachal turous ven ad t Ge s. on ati tractive holiday destin hill Shimla! Dalhousie, a and go snow biking in the lds ho ich wh , ial charm station, is full of colon the lu Manali situated at Ku st. pa the of s echoe e. ap dsc lan a breath taking end of the valley has d an ks Oa h wit n wooded Dharamshala hill statio Hie Th d. lan stic my s of thi Conifers, are all a part trict located in the Kulu dis rk pa l na tio na an lay ma rn ste we of s cie wildlife spe is home to important tra y, ne ho s, jam , wls s, sha Himalayas. Handicraft can ear ts, handmade footw ditional rugs & carpe pping list. sho ur yo all be a part of

VALLEY OF FLOWERS

for is the dazzling set ting Gharwal , Ut trakhand y lle Va the ley known as beautiful and scenic val kilo 5 87. er ov is spread of Flowers. The valley kilo 5 is rs we flo of ley val meters and the main the of ty long. The beau meters& 2 kilometers orful flowers, nestled col s, eam str clear water e aks is scintillating. Th between the snowy pe spe d some endangere valley is also home for d an ar Be ck Asiatic Bla cies like Snow Leopard, s some 30 0 species ha ley val e Th p. ee Blue Sh y, m being Lilies, Popp of flowers some of the to trip a like A trip here is Calendula & Daises. d. lan the dream

GOA

country by area Though it is the smallest state in the all through the t spo tion vaca nd ema Goa is an on-d stant pleascon year. The reason behind this is the feature for rt spo tran ial ant climate. Goa has a spec wn as the kno ches bea to els Hot commuting from enger pass on pilli “pilots”, which are Goa’s unique ge of villa e quit the of m motorcycle taxi s. The char lush by ed fring r rvoi rese ic scen Carabolim is the land the s seek greenery where migratory bird is ch bea gute Cala on. scape till the end of the seas sands flocking all the most popular one, with thou ch is a delight bea mar Mira The . year through the for both family and young people.

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ANDHRA PRADESH The capital city of Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad is vibrant all through the year with its Nawabi splendor Biryani , Irani chai and streets bustling with people. The city is also rich with its History, Arts and Architecture. Andhra Pradesh has more to it than just pearls from Hyderabad and Kohinoor from the Krishna basin. From the gallantry kings of Warangal, to the calm shores of Vizag and the serene scenic beauty of Araku valley, we have it all here. It is also an abode of temples like Tirupati, Thousand pillar temple and many more.

ORISSA The best things about Orissa are rivers, lakes and waterfalls, apart from ancient temples. River Mahanadi, which is the sixth largest river in India flows through Orissa. One cannot avoid authentic Odia cuisine which includes delicious Rasagollas, Pakhalas, Kheeri and Chenapodas. Journey to Orissa is incomplete without visiting the Konark temple ( which is famously known as the ‘Sun Temple’ ), Puri Jagannath temple, Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves.

MADHYA PR ADESH

es and deep mi sty sway of casuarinas tre Back by the musical is not just home for sh – the heart of India woods Madhya Prade s. Take a jeep saine t also numerous shr bu rks pa l na tio na r fou nal parks to spot below mentioned natio fari or Elephant ride to inkara etc. Kanha , Nilgai, wild boar, Ch Leopards,Tigers, Deers s 22 species of ts the Mandla distric ha in d ate loc rk Pa l na Natio vangarh National cies of birds. Bandha mammals and 20 0 spe highest populaya hills is known for its Park spread over Vindh ous for elusive fam is Panna National Park tion of white Tigers. dhya is 20 00 Vin the in d grah for t situate Tigers. The Bandhavan onally famous for o temples are internati years old. The Khajurah lls. The Gwalior wa which are adorn on the the erotic sculptures e, it encloses on dst san concrete walls of by ed nd rou sur is rt Fo tanks. es and numerous water three temples, six palac

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CHEF-IN-YOU Chocolate Slabs

Chicken Stew Panpalè

Badam Kheer

INGREDIENTS • Mangalorean Chicken Stew & Panpale • (For Four) • Ingredients for chicken curry • 1kg chicken, 4 onions, 3 tomatoes and 2 potatoes. • For the masala INGREDIENTS yy Chocolate Slabs : Chocolate slabs are readily available. They come in three variations - milk, dark and white chocolates. One can buy them at Venkateshwari, General stores. yy Fillings of your Choice : Give your chocolate making culinary skills a twist with various fillings of almond, walnut, mint essence, coffee, honey, dates, seedless jams, marzipan, caramels and crèmes. You can also go the healthy way with muesli, cornflakes and oats. RECIPE yy Step 1 : Temper the chocolate either by double boiling or microwaving to a fine liquefied state. Do not heat it directly as it turns bitter. Mix well with a spatula to remove air bubbles. yy Step 2 : Add desired fillings and give it a good stir. yy Step 3 : Using a spoon fill the moulds with the concoction. Once filled tap it gently to settle smooth. yy Step 4 : Refrigerate till it attains a solified form. Remove from moulds gently yy Step 5 : Wrap them in colourfull paper and store. Note : Water should be kept away from tempered chocolate. Single drop of water ruins the entire preparation. 40 TULIP MAY 01-15, 2011

• Grind this to paste 2 tbsp jeera and 4 tbsp coriander powder. • 2 tbsp mustard, 4 tbsp khus khus, 4 tbsp cashew and nut paste. • 10 green chillies, 2 bunches of coriander leaves and 6 cloves.

INGREDIENTS • Ingredients for Badam Kheer

• A bunch of mint leaves, 1 tbsp pepper powder or 5 peppercorns.

• Almonds or Badam – 25 nuts.

• 6 cardamoms, 2 pieces of cinnamon and ½ tbsp turmeric powder.

• Jaggery- 1/2 cup (or as per your taste) 4Milkmaid- 1 cup.

• RECIPE

• Ghee- 5 teaspoon .

• Fry 2 sliced onions in a pan with some oil. • When fried till onions turn light brown in colour, add 3 finely chopped tomatoes and cook till it turns into a semi paste. • Add the masala and fry for fifteen minutes. • Add chicken, potatoes and some water. • Add salt to taste accordingly. • Cook till tender.

• Milk- 1 litre 4Water- 1/4 cup.

• Cardamom (green) - 1/2 teaspoon • Saffron- few saffron strands Soaked in warm milk (optional) RECIPE • Assortment of dry fruits for serving • Soak badam (almonds) for 6-8 hours, take out the outer, brown skin and make a paste of almonds. Keep aside. • Soak rice for half an hour. Pour it in a thick bottom vessel and bring to boil adding some ghee and jaggery. Add milk and bring it to boil. • Take another pan and put ghee in it. Fry the badam paste lightly. It should not turn to brown color. After a little cooling pour it into the kheer mixture and stir it nicely. • Add cardamom powder and stir it for another 6-8 minutes. • After cooling, decorate with saffron and finely dried fruits. Serve chilled.

Amritsari Machli

Coffee Candies

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Vegetarian Lasagna

INGREDIENTS:

INGREDIENTS

• 600 g Surmai Fillets (cut into fingers)

• • • • • • • • •

• 1 cup Gram Flour (Besan) • 1 tbsp Red Chilli Powder • 1 tsp Carom Seeds (Ajwain) • 2 tbsp Ginger Paste • 2 tbsp Garlic Paste • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice • 1 Egg • Salt to taste

INGREDIENTS:

• Oil to deep fry

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4 egg whites

• 1 tsp Chaat Masala

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2 1/2 cups brown sugar

• 2 Lemons (cut into wedges)

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1 cup chopped nuts

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1/4 cup corn syrup

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1/2 cup strong coffee

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4 lbs chocolate, chopped

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1/4 tsp salt

Method • In a bowl, take the fish fingers and add red chilli powder, salt, ginger paste, garlic paste, carom seeds, lemon juice, gram flour. Mix all the ingredients well and keep aside. • Break egg into the fish mixture and mix well. • In a wok (kadhai) heat sufficient oil and fry the fish fingers in batches till golden and crisp. Drain and put on a paper towel. • Sprinkle chaat masala and serve hot with lemon wedges.

Preparation Butter a 2-quart saucepan. Combine sugar, corn syrup, salt and coffee. Cook on high heat until sugar dissolves and mixture comes to a boil. Stir constantly. Cook to hard ball stage without stirring. Remove from heat. In a large chilled bowl, beat egg whites to stiff peaks stage. Pour the hot syrup into the egg whites (slowly!) while beating at high speed. Once the syrup is added, continue beating until you get soft peaks. Add nuts and beat for another 5 minutes. Let cool down, then cover and put in the freezer. In a double boiler, melt the chocolate. Line several cookie sheets with waxed paper. Remove the other bowl from the freezer. Spoon out a teaspoon of the cold mixture and drop in the melted chocolate. Scoop out and place on the waxed paper. Repeat. When the mixture is used up, you can store the remaining chocolate for another use. Let the candies cool and harden, then store in the refrigerator.

1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 tsp vegetable oil 3/4 cup spaghetti sauce 1/2 cup chopped fresh tomato 1/4 tsp dried basil 1/8 tsp pepper 4 lasagna noodles 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese • Shredded Parmesan cheese DIRECTIONS • In a skillet, sauté the mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Add spaghetti sauce, tomato, basil and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cook lasagna noodles. Add mozzarella cheese to the sauce; cook on low until cheese is melted. Drain noodles; cut into thirds. For each serving, on a plate, layer 2 tablespoons of sauce and two noodle pieces. Repeat layers twice. Top with 2 tablespoons of sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

INGREDIENTS:

Sautéed Lemon Garlic Chicken

2 chicken breast halves 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 tbsps olive oil 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tbsps lemon juice Chopped Coriander

Pour 1 tbsp of olive oil in a pan and heat. Add garlic and sauté over medium heat for 1 minute. Add chicken and brown for 4 minutes per side. Pour in broth and cover. Put the oven on low and let simmer for 30 minutes. Remove the chicken, add lemon juice to the broth and cook until the juice boils down by a third. Return the chicken back to the pan to heat in the sauce. Serve with steamed rice and broccoli. MAY 01-15, 2011 TULIP 41

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Baked Fresh Fruit

METHOD Cut fruit into halves and remove pits. (Peel nectarines or peaches). Arrange cut-side up, in 9 inch lightly buttered pie plate or 6 individual ovenproof dishes. Sprinkle with rum. Spoon sour cream over fruit and sprinkle with sugar and nuts. Bake in 350°F oven for about 20 minutes or until sugar melts and nuts brown lightly. Serve hot

INGREDIENTS Ripe figs, peaches or plums- 2 large, Rum (optional)- 2 tsp, Sour cream- 2 tsp, Brown Sugar- ½ cup, Sliced almond- 2 tsp

Chicken Manchurian

Chocolate Bar Cake

Almond Brownie

INGREDIENTS • • • • • • • • • •

INGREDIENTS • 4 Chicken Thighs (chopped) • 1tsp Soya Sauce • 1 small Onion (finely chopped) • 2 tbsp Corn Flour • 1/4 cup All Purpose Flour • 8 Green Chillies (finely chopped) • 4 tsp Refined Oil • Salt to taste • 1 tsp Tomato Ketchup (optional) METHOD • Smear salt and marinate chicken for an hour. • Make a batter of all purpose flour and cornflour in a bowl. Soak the chicken pieces into it. • Deep fry the chicken pieces and keep them aside. • Heat oil in a pan and add garlic, onion and green chillies and fry till brown and crispy. • Now add chilli powder, salt to taste, deep-fried chicken pieces, tomato ketchup and Soya sauce. • Cook at high flame (may be for 7-8 minutes) till the chicken turns soft and absorbs ketchup and Soya sauce. while

stirring,

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HOW TO MAKE IT

INGREDIENTS:

Grease a deep 23cm/ 9inch square cake pan and line the base with baking parchment.

100 g Cooking Chocolate, chopped, 4 cups prepared Brownie, cubed, 3½ cups Milk, 2 Eggs, 5 tbsp Dark Brown Soft Sugar, 5 tbsp Castor Sugar, 1 tsp Vanilla Essence, 100 g Almonds, chopped, 6 tbsp Chocolate Syrup

• Whisk the eggs and sugar in a mixing bowl for 10 minutes, until very light and foamy and the whisk leaves a trail when lifted.

• 8 Garlic Pods (finely chopped)

• Add water necessary.

7 eggs 200g/ 1 ¾ cups caster sugar 150g/ 1 ¼ cups flour 50g/ ½ cup cocoa powder 50g/ 4 tbsp butter, melted Filling: 200g/ 7 oz Plain chocolate 125g/ ½ cup butter 50g/ 4 tbsp icing sugar 75g/ 10tbsp toasted flaked almonds, crushed light

• Sieve the flour and cocoa powder together and fold half into the mixture. Drizzle over the melted butter and fold in the rest of the flour and cocoa. Pour into the prepared pan and bake in a preheated oven 350F , for 30-35 minutes. Leave to cool in the pan • Slightly and then remove and cool completely on a wire rack. • To make the filling, melt the butter and chocolate together, then remove from the heat and stir in the icing sugar, leave to cool, and then beat until thick enough to spread.

METHOD Preheat an oven to 170 degrees C. Apply a light coat of butter to one baking dish with a capacity of two litres. Put the chocolate in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl and allow it to melt inside the microwave, stirring after every half a minute interval; this might require you to stop the microwave and start it again at least three to six times. Take care not to overheat or chocolate will begin to scorch. In another large baking dish, that has been greased and dusted with flour, place the pieces of prepared brownie. In another large bowl, beat the eggs. Slowly add the melted chocolate, milk, brown sugar, caster sugar, eggs, vanilla essence and half the portion of almonds, whisking all the while. Take out the brownies when done, pour the milk and chocolate mixture over them and sprinkle with the remaining almonds. Bake until it passes the toothpick test, which will take about forty five minutes.

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Fashion is Passion

the little black dress

the est u q inntial se ktail cocing r Top trend in the fashion industry. It is an oversized ring, set with precious and semi precious stones. They look extremely elegant and are also available in imitations.

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Not only tightens your jeans but also gives a style quotient.

Fashionable

belt

chandelier earrings

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carry your world

Treat yourself to great handbags during this summer. Carry your world in style and play with vibrant colors like yellow, green and orange.

Cocktail earings look fabulous for formal evenings or special occasions. Mixed with melody, the sophiscation and sensualty of pearls and stones, these earings come of an amazing color and style.

bobbie pins

scarfs

Right season to experiment with hair styles. Tie your hair up using stylish and colorful hair bands, hair pins, clips, bows, etc..

Apart from saving you from being tanned, it gives a perfect style statement. With a beautiful scarf blended with trend and elegance you look gorgeous.

hair accesories

stylish anklets

To keep it simple and stylish. You can wear a single anklet with shorts, dresses or capris - it suits perfect!

ink yourself

the little Bracelet

Add more beauty to your glamour quotient with a well designed bracelet. White - gold bracelets are in and suits any apparel.

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dazzling bangles

colour your lips

The best lipstick to use depends on the tone of our skin. You may also want to pick a lipstick for daytime use another one for nighttime. To further define the lips, apply a lip liner that matches the color of your lipstick. Another tip to try is to use a lip brush instead of applying the lipstick directly. This would keep the lipstick from smearing and the color from bleeding as well. Fair-skinned women would look great with lips touched with pinks, peaches and mauves.

Metallic, wooden and plastic bangles are in fashion these days. You can team them up with your Kurti or even your tank top. They look amazing!

Lipsticks with gold, pink with a touch of gold, peach and light to medium brown look best on olive-skinned women. Dark-skinned women should go for lipsticks shaded with bronze, medium browns, brick browns, berries and burgundy.

‘Let your nails reflect creativity’. Bring colorful themes to your nails. Trendy simple nail art designs are this seanson’s hot favourite.

aroma art on nails

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A must for the one who is trendy and fashionable. Perfect match with any attire. watch it!

gloss those lips

A complete gorgeous eyes need kajal, mascara, eye shadow & eye-liner. There is nothing more glamorous than a lip gloss. Go for it because it is the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;in-thingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Choose a gloss that defines your personality. Some lip glosses have beautiful smell and taste.

colorful shades

paint your nails

Nail polish adds poise and confidence in a number of situations. Playful colors are in. Try out with transparent shades of white, blue and grey. Also go with french manicure with funky shades.

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Eye shadows - An essential to highlight your eyes which adds a glamour quotient.

Mascara thickens & defines eye lashes. It makes your eyes look wide, fuller & expressive. ve ha nd n ca r a ou colo Y . r h ou ic nt ith r o c w ye ye r e es e u yo ad ne d sh eye fi de an make up to nes l o to defi nt y. It a t or ntl mp insta i an ok h. r is c lo finis e n ati th eli Ey ram moo a d ky-s sil

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Anuj is Tollywood’s newest singing sensation, an intelligent actor who doesn’t veil his emotions behind platitudes, an entertaining mas ter of ceremonies, a no-nonsense radio jockey and an accountable head operations manager handling his school.

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A ‘pansies house’ basket ball cham pio n in shcool to being the younge st PR in city, S poor ti Reddy has come a long way explo ring possibili ties in her shor t span of life. Here is picto rial essay on this 19 year old teenager who repr esents a mix of to day’s yout h - ener gitic and independe nt.

A businessman in the morning to a social worker and to a city socialite in the nights. Raju Naik has adored various responsibilities in his everyday life. Here is a man talking about why world cup matches were not held in Hyderabad this time (do I see you raising an eyebrow!!! )

Infectious humbleness, to keep learning and unlearning attitude and with a magical glitter in her welcoming eyes, Anju Jain is unlike any other women we have met before. Tulip trails her chocolate strewn road to get a glimpse of what makes it so special.

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With a work expe rience of almost 9 yrs which includes being a Training ma nager at an MNC & PR fo r Taj Deccan-S yn, hold ing a degree in Ling uis tic Hono rs, Nindi Priya Dev Sh arma is a simple, do wn-to-ear th & an absolute media friendly person. Thi s happ y-go-lucky girl takes us throug h her daily discipl ined rout ine. 52 TULIP MAY 01-15, 2011

A graduate of NIFT 4 years ago, the only Hyderabadi designer at Chandigarh fashion week and the owner of SG studio. At 24, Sahil Gulati is setting classy standards and designing himself an elegant fit in the industry. He is making his way up and putting his name on the Fashion map of India.

Born in a big joint family Nazeer Sheikh manages to stand out in a crowd. At such an early age, he has an identity of his own. Fashion designer by profession, he owns a well know store ENVY. Meet Nazeer Sheikh

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INTERIORS

FLAWLESS

INTERIORS The way we design interiors, define the place where you live or work. It does play a role in our professional and personal lives. Below given are a few handpicked, unique accessories which can be a part of interiors.

CUSHIONS Cushions make couches look attractive apart from giving support. Choosing the right cushion is important because if it does not match the color of the couch it pops out and looks gaudy. The number of cushions placed also makes a statement, while one cushion makes it look modern, two or three are more traditional.

CURTAINS This summer brighten your house with loads of sunlight streaming in. Use light colors for the curtains as this will block the sunlight and lets in only the needed amount. Choose the color for curtain as per the color of the wall and the placing of the window.

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PAINTINGS Paintings have been here since ages. Its time you enchant the walls of your home with one. You can buy one at any of the art galleries or get it painted by artists according to your preferences. Paintings by: Saudamini

BEANBAGS They are modern living room accessories anyone would love have in their homes. You can sit, lean, sleep, relax or even cuddle. They are that versatile! The urge to own one exists among everyone irrespective of age.

MIRRORS Mirrors are relatively inexpensive and one of the best ways to maximize light and space in Interior Designing. They are simple, yet elegant. A perfect way to accessorize both modern and contemporary interiors. It is work of Art in rooms.

FLORAL BEDSPREADS Add classic styles to summer bedding, with wonderfully cool and comfortable spreads. The best way to vile away this summer is to bedeck your bedroom with colorful, light weight, cotton floral bedspreads. This is an ideal time to use seasonal colors.

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FASHION

Fashion is Passion HAIR GELS This is only for men. The hair gels give strength and stiffness to your hair and can sport any style for casual evening parties.

PERFUMES AND DEOS Its suggestible to use any perfume or deo which is a blend of less alcohol and more aqua.

SUNGLASSES â&#x20AC;&#x201C;

The double shaded sunglasses are the most purchased ones and they go well with any season. They are latest and trendier. During summers, make sure the glasses are UV protected.

AFTERSHAVE LOTION

WALLETS Guys love black colors and prefer black colored wallets. But these days wallets are coming up with various colors, designs, patterns and textures according to the modern manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s liking and comfort. Check out the waterproof wallets from Cartier.

SUNSCREEN LOTIONS With the mercury constantly during the summer days, make sure you apply a good sunscreen lotion, before stepping out of home.

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Never use aftershave lotion if you have a cut on your sideburns or behind your chin. Apply an anti-septic first and then apply an aftershave.

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BRACELETS Bracelets give a funky, yet a stylish look for your wrist. However, it should be worn only on casual attire and purpose.

CAPS

WRIST WATCHES

Caps with elastic, sweat absorbing fabrics are the ones to have, any season. White, orange and grey are the colors to look out for.

Make a good style statement, by flaunting nice sporty, lightweight, waterproof wrist watches. Apart from the metal ones, dark blue and mocha brown are the colors for this season.

SNEAKERS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; For all the cool guys and girls out there who wanna try out everything thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new in fashion. Sneakers go well with jeans or any color and style. They are more comfortable than any other casual shoes.

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SHIRTS Its always better to purchase readymade formal shirts, if you intend to wear it beneath a formal blazer.

DENIMS Anyone of any age love to wear denims and they give a younger and livelier look altogether. The best to suit demins are round-neck tees and casual shirts tucked out.

TIES Make sure the tie matches the shirt you wear. There are different types of ties for different occasions. Also make sure the tie never crosses the length to the waist belt.

KURTAS To get that desi, elegant and traditional look on yourself, try out cotton Kurtas. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a cool way to impress someone. However, more than what kind of Kurta you wear, but its how you wear it!

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TEES Round neck tees are the in things for any season. Funky, yet decent tees from CK, FCUK, Lee are most wanted ones. The latest IPL collection tees are in much demand these days.

A First of its kindConcept Boutique store for Kids

KIDS

Kids Avenue inaugurated its first flagship store in the city on August 1st last year. Located in the posh locality of Banjara Hills, Kids Avenue is a first of its kind Concept Boutique for Kids. From trendy clothing and accessories chosen from various countries, One of a Kind Kids club equipped with a play area, a Home Theatre, books, Kids Avenue has the most unique and exclusive offerings. The Boutique store has soon become the destination store for Kids Fashion. Not being able to find hip and funky fashions in the city Malls, The partners Reema, Rakhee & Shalini created a Concept boutique that carries boys and girls boutique clothing and accessories that are fun and fabulous! Dressing our children should be fun, and we don’t want them to look like every other child on the playground”. That’s why they handselect clothes that are guaranteed to turn heads and get some oohs and aahs say’s Reema Agarwal “Our Boutique offers a uniqueness that is unmatched by anyone else,” says Rakhee Agarwal. Where whimsical finally meets quality, The Kids Avenue is proud to offer the trendiest baby and children’s collection and recently added kids Furnishings too,with loads of kids travel gears and accessories. Reema, Rakhee & Shalini hand selected all the clothes from various countries for their boutique. So, for all of you parents who want the perfect attire for your child, Kids Avenue,the first concept store in Banjara Hills is the only place for you.

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PETS

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Dogs

rding and proes such as hunting, he Dogs perform man rol nionship and pa police, military com tection, assisting the is because of it bly ba ed people. Pro aiding the handicapp end”. Popular called “Man’s Best Fri this versatility, they are radors, Boxer, Lab agles, Great Danes, breeds of dogs are Be Dachshund, r, eile ttw Ro s, Hayanese, Bull dogs, Pomeranian lden Retriev, German Shepherd, Go Dalmatians, Doberman looking dog od to name a few. A go ers and Cocker Spaniel interaction lar gu Re ’. d owners pride is a ‘neighbor’s envy an problem. You you take notice of any with your dog will help lates, Onoco what your dog eats. Ch must be ver y keen on Walnuts, , ms oo shr Pork products, Mu g even ions, Garlic, Caffeine, nin tai con s he dis d it seeds an rmful ha artificial sweeteners, fru ely rem above items can be ext a small amount of the to your dog.

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Guinea Pig

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ART

Buddha in Padmasana

A 2nd Century Masterpiece

Still a magnificent Beauty! By Shruti Mathur

History: Ajanta caves are said to be constructed in the 2nd century B.C. These beautiful caves are located in the state of Maharastra and have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983. There are in total 31caves and are ‘rock-cut caves’. There has always been a controversy on the issue of ‘which period were the caves built in?’ Some historians say that they were built during the reign of the Satavahana Dynasty while the other researchers say that they were built during the reign of Emperor Harishena of the Vakataka dynasty, who was a great patron of Buddhist architecture, art and sculpture. It is said that on 28 April 1819, a British officer of the Madras Presidency, John Smith, while hunting tigers, accidentally discovered the entrance to one of the cave temples (Cave No. 9) deep within the tangled undergrowth. Exploring that first cave, long since a home to nothing more than birds and bats and a flair for other, larger, animals, Captain Smith wrote his name in pencil on one of the walls, which is still faintly visible, it records his name and the date, April 1819. Shortly after this discovery, the Ajanta Caves became renowned for their exotic setting, impressive architecture, historic artwork, and long-forgotten history. 62 TULIP MAY 01-15, 2011

Cave 10- Stupa

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Architecture and Sculptures: The caves include paintings and sculptures considered to be masterpieces of both Buddhist religious arts, mainly consisting of Frescos. Frescoes are paintings which are done on wet plaster in which colours become fixed as the plaster dries. The Ajanta Frescoes have a special importance of their own. They are found on the walls and ceilings at Ajanta. The paintings reflect different phases of Indian Culture from Buddha’s birth to his Mahaparinirvana (death if the body of someone who has attained spirituality). The first cave was built on the eastern end of the horse-shoe shaped scarp. This cave has one of the most elaborate carvings on its facade. There are scenes carved from the life of the Buddha as well as a number of decorative motifs. There are three doorways: a central doorway and two side doorways. Two square windows were carved between the doorways to brighten the interiors. The walls are covered with paintings in a fair state of preservation. The scenes depicted are mostly informative, devotional, and ornamental. The themes are from the

Caves 2 - Wall Paintings medallion is skillfully carved, but the medallion itself is conventional. The painting of Bhikshu in this cave in the middle is done about in the 5th century. There is the rhythmic vitality in the line and boldness of drawing. The painting is almost like a sculpture. The folds of the garment, the rounded belly, and the calm on the face suggest a devote worshipper. The painting in the tenth cave shows the King with his Retinue, worshiping the Buddha tree. On the right wall are the series of large wall paintings. One scene portrays Elephants in the jungle while another One shows Buddha in his elephant incarnation. The Buddha in shrine of the eleventh cave is one of the earliest images at Ajanta. The important fact about this Buddha is that it is attached to a stupa. This means a compromise between stupa worship and image worship.

Pillar Sculptures Jataka stories (the stories of the Buddha’s former existences as Bodhisattva), the life of the Gautama Buddha, and those of his veneration.

In the seventeenth cave are the seven Buddha’s of the past with maitreya it seems the left side of the door was painted by different artists, using different colors from the painter of the right half of the door. The famous paintings of Indra and the Apsaras,

The second cave, adjacent to first cave, is known for the paintings that have been preserved on its walls, ceilings, and pillars. The cave is supported by robust pillars, ornamented with designs. The paintings on the walls and ceiling are similar to those of the first cave as they too depict the stories from the Jataka and life of Buddha. Paintings appear on almost every surface of the cave except for the floor. At various places the art work has become eroded due to decay and human interference. Therefore, many areas of the painted walls, ceilings, and pillars are fragmentary. They are didactic in nature, meant to inform the community about the Buddha’s teachings and life through successive births. Cave six was the first important cave of the Mahayana phase. The sculptors were probably copying wooden prototypes, or wanted stable supports, so they included one central pillar in their lower story. The simple octagonal pillars are bare, unlike the pillars of other caves, which have capitals and bases. There extensions at the end of the front and the rear aisles to enable pilgrims to circumambulate the Buddha’s throne. There is a Buddha image in the lower part of the cave. He is sitting with his feet squat on the base, in a rigid pose, only enlivened by the gestures of his hand and the flying couples above him. There could be circumambulation around the Buddha’s shrine. The porch doorway is simple with not much carved decoration except attached female figures. There is a medallion in this cave in the colonnade of the shrine vestibule. The couple in the

Scene from the Jatakas in the panel above the doorway of the cave are a lovely fantasy. The left wall of the twenty first cave, by the verandah, is the large statue of dead Buddha. The Buddhist calls this sleeping figure the Buddha in parinirvana. On the same wall, further ahead is a relief sculpture of Temptation of Buddha by the demon mara. And the list of the beautiful sculptures and paintings in these caves are never ending! If you are an art lover, you definitely must make at least one trip to this amazing place, it’s definitely worth it! MAY 01-15, 2011 TULIP 63

COVER STORY

Sonakshi Sinha

After winning raves for Dabangg, Sonakshi Sinha ha s the pick of the lot -- Shiri sh Kunder’s Joker and Kick , Abba s-Mustan’s Race 2 and a Tamil film opposite Kamal Ha ssan.

sizzling damsel! Earlier, you were known as daughter of Shatrughan Sinha but after Dabangg you are known for your own work. How does that feel? It always feels great; I’m proud to be my father’s daughter and will always be. But people now know me for my work and the kind of person I am; and that makes me happy. Is success at your young age difficult to handle? It would have been difficult, if I didn’t have anything else to do. But I’m blessed with work in the form of films and endorsements. I’m the kind of person who loves to live in the present. Even six months after the release of Dabangg, you are one of the most talked about debutantes. It is a wonderful feeling to have been accepted in such a big way. I hope I can carry on and people are still interested in me, many more years down the line. You are paired with big stars like Akshay Kumar (Joker), reuniting with Salman for Kick and you also have a film with Kamal Hassan. Is it difficult to negotiate the pressure? Definitely, it is difficult. But personally, I work well under pressure. This is just a boost, it is an encouragement for me of sorts and it pushes me to work harder. When do we see you paired opposite younger stars? I am not complaining, you shouldn’t either. But again that opportunity hasn’t come along because everyone is busy doing something or the other this year. Hopefully, soon. These days, an actor’s success is evaluated by the number of endorsement one does. You have already totted up three brands -- Dabur Fem, Dyna soaps and now Provogue… I’m not complaining at all. I’m really getting good brands to endorse and I think this is the way forward. Is there any product that you won’t ever endorse? Actually, the media itself has made a not–to-do list for me, for example the bikini or the item song. You have already performed on stage at a film function. So is it true that you are scared of doing item numbers? I’m not scared of doing item numbers; I really like the songs that are being released. I wore what I was comfortable wearing on the stage show, and I do the moves that I am comfortable in … so I’ll do it if I’m comfortable. 64 TULIP MAY 01-15, 2011

What is your style statement?

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My first film projected me as a very Indian village girl, but that won’t happen in most of my forthcoming films. I have been born and brought up in Mumbai so I’m a very urban, cool, casual person. I love to wear my torn jeans whenever I get a chance. In which outfit are you most comfortable? I’m comfortable in both worlds -- I love wearing sarees, Anarkalis and my casual clothes as well. What is the maddest thing you have ever done? I did fashion designing for three years and then I became an actress. You have worked with Salman and are now working with Akshay in Joker. Have you given either of them any fashion tips? Both of them have been style and fashion icons in their own rights, so there was no need to give any kind of tips to them. But I did style Salman for one photo-shoot -- it was for (glamour photographer) Dabboo Ratnani’s calendar shoot where he was shirtless, but was carrying a shirt on his shoulder. The shirt was my idea. Who do you think is a bigger style icon -- Salman or Akshay? I think it would be Salman. Right now, both the masses and the classes follow whatever he does -- even things like keeping his glasses on the collar has caught on really well. Have you ever imitated anyone? Sridevi!!! Is your film with Kamal Haasan on? Yes I’m doing a film with Mr. Kamal Haasan, it is an honor for me that a talent like him has chosen me to work with him. We are going to start very soon and it will be a very good experience as it is a new language and a very interesting subject.

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How has it been working with Akshay Kumar? He is a complete prankster; it is a lot of fun shooting with him. He moves around with plastic or rubber rats and pulls out a chair from under your feet. Are you going to miss Abhinav on the sets of Dabangg 2? Of course we all will miss him; he became a very dear friend in the process of the shooting. But I wish him all the luck. Dabangg2 is going to be directed by Arbaaz and I’m sure Arbaaz will also make a very good film. What about your career as fashion designer? That, unfortunately, has taken a back seat. Designing is a very demanding job; and so is acting. If I try doing both, I will be nowhere, so it’s better I stick to one. While speaking to your mom (Poonam Sinha), she said you will be launching your own label. My mom really wants me to launch a brand, but not anytime soon. I have studied designing and invested so much of time, but no education goes to waste. I will definitely do so some time in the future. Will you do small-budget concept driven films or are you scared they will affect your career? How does it affect your stardom? When hits and flops don’t affect your stardom after you reach a certain point, I don’t think a concept oriented film would. If I like the story and script, I would go ahead and do it. It has to suit my sensibilities. I have not been in that situation yet. As and when that time comes you will find out. Look at Aamir -- he has worked on Dhobi Ghat and he is still Aamir Khan and always will be. Since you belong to the film fraternity, did you have to go through fewer struggles? For me, the whole struggle was when people would ask ‘Oh she is Shatrughan Sinha’s daughter, what is she going to do? How is she going to perform? Is she going to perform?’ After the release of the film, they got the answer. It’s been a great journey for me. Everybody has their share of struggle, so have I. Everyday you learn something new. 66 TULIP MAY 01-15, 2011

Fashion is Ageless PIECE OF LIFE

By Deepa S K

If one reads down the history lane, one can notice that from every clan to every aristocrat family, they all had distinct styles of dressing. This also includes they way they tattooed themselves or even adorned their hair or their style of wearing a skirt or a dress. And this has been running throughout history. Believe it or not, if one just looks into the history books, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll only be surprised as to the importance that was give to dress fashion. The Kings and Queens of erstwhile periods would often go to any extent to get their dresses seamed in a way that is new in the eyes of the world. Looking at these instances, one can only agree to the fact that fashion is one of the oldest elements of history that never dies. MAY 01-15, 2011 TULIP 67

PIECE OF LIFE

In this world there are quite a many things than never die. Take for example traditions, religions, cultures, cuisines, natural disasters and many more. There is a famous saying that goes, “history always repeats”. And every time they reappear, they always fascinate people of that century. Such is the case of ‘Fashion’. What is fashion? Thesaurus defines it as style or trend. Fashion is one such world that speaks volumes more than just the clothes. It talks about the color, the quality, the texture, the shape, size and underneath them all, it talks volumes about your stature, your pride and prestige and most definitely your lineage. If one reads down the history lane, one can notice that from every clan to every aristocrat family, they all had distinct styles of dressing. This also includes they way they tattooed themselves or even adorned their hair or their style of wearing a skirt or a dress. And this has been running throughout history. Believe it or not, if one just looks into the history books, you’ll only be surprised as to the importance that was give to dress fashion. The Kings and Queens of erstwhile periods would often go to any extent to get their dresses seamed in a way that is new in the eyes of the world. Looking at these instances, one can only agree to the fact that fashion is one of the oldest elements of history that never dies. Coming to the present world, thanks to the ‘customer is the King/Queen attitude”, that common person can afford brands that once upon a time was a dream to our forefathers. Those bellbottoms and miniskirts in the pre modern age often made people wonder whether they would be able to get to wear. This made life challenging to all the tailors, to research up their sleeves and stitch the most ‘in thing’ of the year. So whoever thinks, a tailor’s job is of no importance, may need to twice about it. Imagine if there was no professional, then we would all be living the literal sense of Adam and Eve story, in the naked truth. Moving on to the fact the importance of Fashion, this has taken the whole world (at least most part of it!) by a storm. Take in the case of India; we have almost all international brands from a Gucci to a Versace to Armani making a handsome place in Hindustan. The good news is we get to be a global audience and the sad news is they cater only to a selected lot. Nevertheless, fashion has had its root in India, with its vibrant color and every corner of the country having a different tale to say, the Indian Fashion designers and making hay with this knowledge. The Bal’s, The Bhels’s, Rathore’s Malhotra’s can’t get enough of the rich culture of our land, that we such amazing piece of art, adorning our film Gods and Goddesses’. Post Independence, India has changed in leaps and bounds. And not to mention with the dawn of liberalization, the Indian market has been consumer focused. This has given scope to new rise of demands and this applies to the fashion industry as well. We now see a great platform of both traditional and western wears on the domain. Both youth and the elder one’s are comfortable to dabble away with both cultures. This is an amazing factor. On the contrary, we have heard many instances, very much in our land, where fashion has turned out to be a result of provocation and distaste. It’s strange how this very boon has another face to it. There have been places in our very own country that does not allow women wearing a particular kind of clothing or jeans 68 TULIP MAY 01-15, 2011

to be more specific. And the restrictions are even more, when we hear society crying in the name of traditions and certain religious beliefs, fashion gets the blow. Why does this happen? There is just too much that happens in society that sometimes, the society herself is in confusion. But we still need the very sense of fashion to drive us. It’s such a fascinating world in itself or may be another universe. There are many galaxies to this universe and so are many dreams woven. Heard once a fashion designer say, fashion exists even in the heavens, can’t us see the angels in shimmering white, the color of all purity, even that has a language to it. True to every word, the very sense and rhythm of what a human person will look is induced within each one of us and we our exterior selves is the visual version of what we are. You don’t believe me! Think of your DNA structure, from what the color of your hair is to the color of your eye is all well defined in a manner beyond human imagination. Therefore each one of us is created in a very distinct fashion, where our DNA, does all the permutations and combinations and hence all look the way we look now, and thankfully, we have clothes that add up our beauty. Imagine a life without these beautiful colors adorning our body. One of the first impression signals we send out is the way we dress. It speaks volumes about us. From the very colour we choose, to the accessories and the footwear we pull on. It’s an amazing fact as to how every piece that we wear is like a distinct language or dialect. And the beauty is how it all weaves in beautifully when we mix and match styles. An Indian kurta combined with denim jeans, speaks of a kind of carefree attitude of a person. This existed long time back and still is in fashion. Or take the way we beautifully mix and match a skirt with a shirt. It’s amazing how we infuse various cultural traditions into the life of a fabric to make it unique and stunning. The very colors of the whole universe can be found in the strings of our fabrics. And it’s also amazing how every color has a distinct nature and meaning and that every culture has a meaning of its own. For example black is mostly everyone’s favorite, black is sexy, powerful and portrays a very strange enigmatic attraction. The same black is also considered to be a color of mourning. Color like red defines love and also friction. But when these threads weave themselves into a garment, they tell a whole different story. It’s amazing how most of the population understand the language of dressing. There are people who dress well, there are people who dress over well, they are people those who dress clumsily and there are people who care a damn. And the amazing part is each one of them has a fashion sense of their own. To look good is just not about the good looks, but what you wear also defines. Yes, there is a fashion in every one of us. But maybe they do not go by the present trends. But still that is what we believe and that is what we love to wear and love to be. So does it really matter if we don’t follow the trends, like we know some sect of people, how they idealize and live every breath of the present trends? I’m not quite sure of that. So, is that a fashion trend at all? Even I’m not quite sure of that as well. So, here I am not suggesting anything at all. You decide what you want to wear. But let your fashion talk the language of your persona and not anyone else’s. You are capable to think and judge, so I’m not quite sure which Fashion guru you need follow, as planet earth has quite a many. Be your fashion guru and breathe within each fabric that embraces.

HEALTH

With CM Kiran Kumar Reddy

When the going gets tough, the tough gets going..

T With Chiranjeevi

his is a short inspiring story about an individual who had just one dream and that is to become a body-builder. Raju Yadav talks to Tulip magazine about his dream come true, the hardship he went through in the past while achieving what he is now and people who inspired and backed him up, all through. It all started in 2004, when he met an Army officer, Ranjan Reddy, who was also a great body-builder. Raju admits that the officer inspired him in many ways than one and trained him personally. Under the guidance of Ranjan Reddy, he struggled hard to achieve what he always wanted to and admits that he would not have been in the situation where he is now, without constant help and support from his trainer.

With Governer

He says “ I would like to thank the media for their support and frequent coverage on Health and Fitness on news channels and magazines. Staying fit and healthy is a lifetime challenge and I urge everyone to live a healthier and a happier lives’’. ACHIEVEMENTS: 2005 Mr. Andhra Pradesh (Sliver Medal) 2006 Sri South India (Gold Medal) 2010 Mr. Muscle Mania World Champianship, (Bronze Medal - USA)

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2011 Mr. India (Gold Medal)

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ree latest h t e r a d te n e Below pres ? y e h t â&#x20AC;&#x2122;t n o d ve for.. toys, li ir d e n h a t e e v id r lo s Bo y ould love to w e n o y n a s royal motor Important DOs to your Cars : While you enjoy driving your dream car, its equally important to take care of it in the best way. Here are a few tips and suggestions on the same : 1) Check, rotate and replace your tyres on a regular basis. 2) Monitor the battery regularly and keep it safe from corroding agents, as it is most vital in an electric car. 3) Change the oil regularly. 4) Watch out for the coolant meter and refill it, to prevent over-heating. 5) Flush and fill the radiator in a regular basis to stop accumulation of debris and rust.

BMW X1 Smooth and responsive, the 6-speed manual transmission in BMW X1 makes it an ideal driving pleasure. Its standout features are the short-throw shifts, perfect radio and optimism exploitation of Torque. The closely spaced gear ratios and the addition of a sixth gear, enable the driver to make even more individual use of the engineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s characteristics. The optional 6-speed automatic transmission Steptronic delivers smooth driving with exceptional reaction speed, combining instant power when pulling out and reduced fuel consumption at high speeds. Both transmission systems provide maximum dynamic performance in a full speed range and unmatched efficiency for short and long distances.

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Audi R8 Spyder A car much talked about, R8 Spyder has a soul stirring 525 hp 5.2 FSI V10 engine. Displayed under a transparent panel and nestled within a carbon Fiber Sigma engine bay, the v10 screams to an astronomical 8700 rpm and propels the R8 Spyder 5.2 to 60 mph in only 40 seconds on the way up to a top track speed of 195 mph. The specially designed piston heads compress the fuel-air mixture in a spiraling motion, creating the most efficient combustion possible. As a true supercar, the R8 not only offers blistering speed, but awe-inspiring handling. With a significant 85% rear torque bias and up to 30% available for the front wheels as needed, this highly specialized Quattro system provides the R8 with a balanced driving experience.

Volkswagen Vento The whole city is talking about this much awaited model. And here we present you what the car will have and look like inside out – Technical Specifications for petrol car – Max. power : 105 PS @ 5250 rpm and Max. torque : 153 Nm @ 3800 rpm. Technical Specifications for diesel car – Max. power : 105 PS @ 4400 rpm and Max. torque : 250 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm. Exterior : 14” steel wheels with full wheel caps. Chrome inlays in front guile to the left and right of the Volkswagen logo. Body colored bumpers. Black exterior door handles and mirrors. Halogen headlights. Partially zinc coated body with 6 years anti-rust warranty. Rough road package with increased ground clearence. Interior : Front doors with storage compartments including holder for 1 liter bottle. Rear doors with storage compartments. Storage compartment for sun-glasses inside the glove box. Fully lined trunk and trunk floor. Foldable roof handles with coat hooks (3x). Warning triangle holder. Center console including 2 cupholders. Front centre armrest including cupholder for rear seat. 2 tone anti-glare dashboard ( black and beige ).

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Apple, yet again making news!

ne can never get enough of Apple! For the same, they are planning to come up with two new products: iPhone5 and the second iteration of the Apple TV, and oh yes, the rumours are confirmed! Want to know what the scoop is? Read along to get the information right… The iPhone 5 is going to be a completely redesigned handset, which is on track for a summer launch. The new device will be a total rethink from a design standpoint and will be running atop Apple’s new A5 CPU (a Cortex A9based, multicore chip).

This device, like the iPad 2, will feature a Qualcomm chipset that does triple duty as the CDMA / GSM / UMTS baseband processor -- from what we hear there’s no LTE in the mix at this point. Another interesting tidbit: Apple is at work on the second generation of its redesigned Apple TV, which will include that new A5 processor. The CPU is said to be blazingly fast, cranking out 1080p video at an amazing speed! Get ready to experience the new!

LG Optimus 3D

G Optimus 3D the latest mobile phone comes jam packed with wide variety of impressive features and gives a tough competition to the other models in the same range. LG Optimus 3D runs on Android 2.2 Froyo OS and can be upgraded to the 2.3 Gingerbread version of the OS. The phone features glass lens 3D playback as well as recording which are considered to be its most striking specification. A dedicated 3D button is also present in the phone that provides quick access to the 3D stuff. There is wide 4.2 inches of 3D LCD capacitive display in the phone that is capable of delivering high resolution count for quality content viewing. Other features of the phone that makes it an impressive device include dual 5MP camera for 3D video recording, Bluetooth and expandable memory up to32GB. No words on expected Price of this phone.

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Blackberry Play Book

he BlackBerry Playbook has a seven-inch touch screen, dual high-definition cameras and boasts support from corporate IT departments. It has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth but needs to link with a BlackBerry smart phone to access a cellular network. It supports Adobe flash multimedia software and is used in products by Cisco and GE, among others. It supports a handful of video formats—in 1080p—like h.264, WMV, DivX and MPEG, and it’ll output video through a mini HDMI port. Also, it’s got a standard micro USB port. This is swanky; the rear camera is a 5-megapixel shooter, while the front is three megapixels. From the back, it shoots video and from the front you can video chat. It’ll pair with a BlackBerry phone, so you can use the tablet to look at anything that’s on the phone, like email, calendars or BBM without syncing the two. And it connects with BlackBerry Enterprise along with all that entails. BlackBerry Playbook by RIM is at price of Rs 18,200.

Regza AT300 Tablet- A Toshiba product

oshiba has announced their latest tablet which has been named as Toshiba Regza AT300.This new device shall be available in a great looking exterior with a list of impressive features.

This new Toshiba tablet is powered by the 1GHz NVIDA Tegra 2 dual core processor which offers great processing speed. This is an Android based device which runs on the 3.0 Honeycomb version of this OS. The 10.1 inch size of this device is flaunted by the capacitive touch-screen which offers a resolution count of 1280×800 pixels. There also comes a 1GB RAM along with 16GB of internal memory space. A 5MP camera fitted on the rear side and a 2MP front facing camera offers the facility of video calling to the users. The connectivity options offered by Regza AT300 are Wifi internet browsing option as well as Bluetooth. The additional specifications provided are USB port, mini USB port, HDMI port and SD card space. It is said to be launched in June, and is priced at 60,000 yen (about Rs. 32,500). MAY 01-15, 2011 TULIP 75

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Chocolate Capitals for Chocoholics By Saloni Gupta

‘Chocolates are made in Heaven’. People all across the world love them for their health benefits, or just love them as their best feel-goodfood. So yummy… so delicious… Chocolate is the voice of passion and love, whether it is the love of chocolate itself or as an expression of love for someone special. Here are the world’s four most important chocolate capitals -

La Villajoyosa, Spain An attractive Costa Blanca town to the north of Alicante, Villajoyosa has a name which means literally “Jewelled Town”. One of the Costa Blanca’s most delightful places to visit, Villajoyosa is famous throughout Spain for the manufacture of chocolate. You can start to smell the distinctive aroma of chocolate. The fame came to this humble town when it started to import from Ecuador and Venezuela this delicious plant in the 18th century. These days, you can taste all kinds of varieties in the shops called Valor which produce and commercialize chocolates all over Spain. The Valor brand is very well known for its variety of chocolates all over Europe. If you visit these Valors chocolate houses, make sure you get the local specialty - Chocolate with Churros! This sweet bakery is an ideal companion for a cup of hot chocolate. Tour the Valor chocolate museum and other delights for chocolate lovers like their choco mousse and drinks and then see how the chocolate is made in the factory. Of course, you’ll also get a chance to sample the delicious chocolate and buy some too. The chocolate factory will reveal some of the most exquisite chocolate specialties you’ve ever tasted.

Belgium The Belgian chocolate according to locals is the food for lovers, the rich and the champions. It may be known as the Chocolate Capital of Europe with more than 2000 shops selling the best chocolates. Around a dozen factories make chocolate. It is overwhelming when you talk about chocolate and Belgium, which produces about 172,000 tons of excellent chocolate, annually. Every village and every town has their own store of chocolate and that is why Belgium is considered as the best chocolate destination in the whole of Europe. Belgian chocolate brands like Godiva, Guylian, Marcolini and Leonidas are appreciated worldwide for their deliciousness and beautifully crafted chocolate pieces. Belgium is definitely notto-be-missed by any self-respecting chocoholic. Belgian pralines, filled chocolates are the most popular Belgian chocolates. Every city has chocolate shops. Bigger cities have their own brands and specialty chocolates. Belgium’s love affair with chocolates has made it the city of paradise for the best and the most irresistible chocolates in the world! 76 TULIP MAY 01-15, 2011

San Francisco

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If you can’t imagine getting your fill of chocolate, you haven’t done a chocolate tour San Francisco, California, which is known as one of the chocolate capitals of the world. It is a home to the Ghirardelli, which is the second oldest chocolate manufacturer in the United States and the Scharffen Berger who offer free chocolate treats and factory tour for visitors. San Francisco Chocolate Factory is committed to making the finest quality hand dipped gourmet chocolate and caramel treats using only the purest ingredients. They use Old World European family recipes to create some of the most tantalizing chocolates in the world. Since 1997 they have brought fun, excitement and entertainment to those who come to indulge in their chocolates. They make their own chocolate and candy confections in small batches because freshness in chocolate really does matter. If you’re ever in the Bay Area, don’t miss learning about San Francisco’s chocolaty history, while stuffing your face with delicious brown tiles.

Zurich, Switzerland Annually, an individual consumes around 11.6 kilos of chocolate in Switzerland. It is a home to Toblerone and other wellknown chocolate brands like - Lindt, Teuscher, and Sprungli. Explore Zurich and try the different chocolate varieties offered by local shops and cafes. We are pretty sure you will not miss the Paradeplatz Square when you are in Zurich. Adding to your must visit is the Confiserie Sprungli, a chocolate shop which might just be well renamed by chocolate lovers as Heaven. Zurich, the largest city in Switzerland, is a home to the chocolate triumvirate of Lindt-Teuscher-Sprungli. There are many confiseries and chocolateries where you can experience the deliciousness of Swiss chocolate, but the Sprungli Confiserie, one of the city’s largest chocolate shops, which owns the reputation of “chocolate heaven”.

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CAMPUS

Campus BuZzz... Are reality shows Defaming the Youth?

watch Roadies just to see how Indian youth are being plundered of their talent in search for a virtual reality on TV. Truth is that the youth are wasting their energy for some quick money and some fame that they think would get by being on the TV. It is a totally prodigal attempt and I do not feel that this is the way anyone in their young age behaves. What the Roadies reality show is looking for is just TRPs (Television Rating Point(s) and making money by letting people watch their show. True, it’s a great stunt by MTV but it can be used to bring out the pluck and valiance in today’s Indian youth. The example of youth creating a lot of change in most Arab countries stands exemplary to the world that is mostly constituted by youth. I wish Indian youth focus their skills in the right direction and use them for a noble purpose rather than wasting their talent in the TV shows that have surfaced recently. India can see the end of corruption if the youth take an initiative and have the courage to enter politics. We need dynamic people who can take good care of our country and not the ones who care more about their pockets. “The Shows like Roadies, Splits Villa are Prodigal activities which are setting negative vibes on our youth Life which leads to waste of Time. We must realize that the owners of the shows who are earning TRP get whole credits are ruing our career .Television channels should also take some measures and stop promoting such shows and focus on Knowledge, health, which can make a change in our youngistaan society” says Vikas Gupta student of Badruka College of Commerce.

It would be a great deal if the TV is used as a medium to inculcate sound body-building skills and exercises for a fit and healthy body development of youth, sound rational thinking skills and tactics for survival as suggested by the great Leader of Modern Age Swami Vivekananda and many other monks like Nithya Shanti (check facebook page: His quotes will surely empower us in Positive way to life). Zainub Malik, Student of St. Francis says, “Reality TV shows are a Black Eye in the entertainment industry. Boys and girls get into the limelight for fame and money. The obscene language used in these shows does not affect not only youth but also the school children. The use of *BEEP* and release of uncensored versions of these shows have defamed the youth while chances of fame is less.” Apeksha Kothari exclaims, “Youth is drawn away by bribing for overnight fame!” If the kind of youth depicted in shows like Roadies (especially) is the role model of our country, then it’s high time we change the scenario and grow up! If the kind of passion depicted by the so called ‘Roadies’ exists in the youth for the betterment of their country and not for some fame or money, we would then surpass all the evils that are hindering India’s development. By Siddanti Bodhu St.francis College for Women, Begumpet

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The Summer Panache

ummers call for a shindig and a fun-loving ambience! This summer you can look hotter than Mr. Sun! Beat the heat this summer solstice through some dandy ways to stay beautifully sun-kissed and look great guns all summer long! Summer fashions are all about splashing into freshness and to incorporate colors with accessories. Jessica David, a student of Aurora Degree college says, “Hues of rainbow colors like Vibrant Yellows, Baby Pinks, Peachy Oranges and not to drop the most indispensable color this season- The Classic Whites should be a part of your summer wardrobe”. A great day starts with great clothes. High waisted shorts, Strappy floral cottons and the most IT item this summer-The Jumpsuits, they are totally in! Naina Gupta, a student of Villa Marie says, “I usually cut of my denims into a pair of great shorts or capris during summer “. Summer footwear is all about keeping it flat with floral bright flip flops or strappy wedges or to be on trend you could go roman with studded gladiators! Sonal Darira, a Jewellery designer advices, “Accessorizing the attires is a must! Chunky bangles, Colorful Wayfarers, Beaded Chains, Tote Bags and Beach Hats could do it all!” So get set going all you fashion freaks to look great with all the summer trends and vogues that would make you look cool and beat the not so good heat! Don’t forget to wear on your SPF 30+! Ishna Rawlani

How to get it ‘Right’ for the ‘Night’

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omph”! Get that word right, imbibe it in your persona, and you’re all set for clubbing.

As for girls it’s always been about the dressing. It takes much to conclude upon what to wear for the much awaited fun night at the club. Dress or Jeans? Black or White? Hair tied up or let lose? I’ll help!

There are no compulsions, hence you should opt for a revealing, tough to handle dress if you’re not much of a dancer. Just enough to look tempting, drink pretty and stand sexy. Whereas, if you really like to shake a leg and sizzle the dance floor, a well fit pair of jeans that compliments your body type, teamed with a sexy yet comfortable top should be your safe bet. A dress could be a hindrance often if you want to be the ‘dancing queen’, since it could restrict your leg movements and keep you occupied with thoughts of taking care of your revealing attire. As far as color is concerned black is the least risky choice. Makes you look slim, sexy, is classic, sophisticated yet bold. Still if you want to experiment, go ahead with bright colors according to your skin tones. Electric pinks and fluorescent shades are head turners for the fair ladies. Reds, maroons burgundies, emerald green and wine shades would enhance the dusky beauties. For the hair styles suit your comfort. If you think you can handle the heat in this weather and plus your hair can stand the suffocating humidity at a club without getting frizzy then flaunt your locks. If not then keep them tied. Yet the best idea if you’re not sure would be to carry some clip or hair grip and tie them later once you realize your hair is bothering you. Accessorizing should not be heavy at all, unless you want to end up looking like you had been collecting junk since ages just for that club night! Stay away if you’re not sure. Bottom-line: Get up; get Dressed, Flaunt and Make heads turn. And if they don’t then make them regret it! Cheers to that club night you’re ready to hit now! Nikita Dixit MAY 01-15, 2011 TULIP 79

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By C Radhika

The word ‘relationship’ has originated from the word relation which in turn is connected to the word relatives. Today this word has lot of meaning and significance attached to it. We talk of relationship not only in relation to relatives but also family, friends and colleagues. But then maintaining relationship with relatives and friends who are of the inquisitive kind is a difficult assignment. They want to know the in and out of our lives. And when we do not disclose they get upset. They try to snoop and even go to the extent of stalking. They feel they should be the first to know everything and only they have the right to give first hand information about our lives to others. 80 TULIP MAY 01-15, 2011

Beware of such relatives who make it a pastime to peep into other people’s lives to gather information. Then they dissect the information to either ridicule the person or to make fun of him. We also are to blame for encouraging the gossip mongers among friends and relatives. Whenever somebody discloses some personal information about others, we drop whatever we are doing and listen with utmost interest even if it is a trivial matter. Why is it so? Even after we have so many sources of entertainment why does this gossip about other people’s lives rate first? And when the audience is ‘all ears’, the person who is releasing the news whether it is a rumor or a report feels as if on top of the world.

Last year I asked my sister to get a particular sari. After she got it, there was a slight disagreement on the color of the sari. After a year when I wore the same sari to a function, one of cousin asked me how come I wore a sari which I rejected. I was

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shocked. It took me few seconds to recollect the connection between her statement and the sari. When I asked my sister she said she made a casual remark about my choice of colors and she havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even mentioned about the sari which she bought for me. I gave hats off to this cousin of mine who did a painstaking research about my choice, the new sari and then remembering it until she happen to chance upon me wearing the same sari. I think she enjoyed my predicament when I was unable to answer for few seconds. This was only about a sari. If there would have been a fight in my family, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how much mileage my cousin would have made out of it.

der special scanner to dig out news about their love affairs and elopement. If somebody has made losses in business or lost his job, it is again big news. The more depressing and more appalling is the news, it is more attentiongrabbing. We feel happy comparing ourselves with the unlucky person. But then if the news is about achievements and success, we feel jealous. If somebodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son got into IIT, or someone has a promotion, built a house, got an ornament made, the news make everyone go green with envy. After there is a postmortem of the news, some related information is dug out to discredit the achievements. The comparisons keep taking place for which there is no end. Either we have to feel superior or inferior comparing our own lives with known people either friends, relatives or even neighbors. Being relatives give greater freedom to ask, prod or make remark in each others affairs. Friendship has boundaries and we can cross them only if we have a very close interpersonal relationship.

Fortunately as relatives we have moved away in search of living thus giving fewer opportunities to gossip mongers within the family. A visit, a social get-together, marriages etc are places where the information about relatives is exchanged, to which a little more spice is added and then carried forward through phones and emails. When it comes to friends and neighbors we

In the olden days there were joint families or most of the relatives lived in the same house or same village or town. So everybody knew about everyone. There were no secrets to be talked about. But as families moved out to different places, the natural urge to know what is happening within a family is not getting satisfied. But then when families come together to attend marriages or any other functions, the talk about personal matters take a forefront. A person who is in touch with many families and knows the latest happenings takes the centre stage. Others who are less fortunate fan him or her to get the cat out of the bag.

The topics mostly revolve around couples who are not getting on well, fights between in-laws, relations gone sour, divorce etc. Then come topics about health as who is not keeping well, who has so and so ailment, who suffered an accident etc. The girls and boys of marriageable age are unMAY 01-15, 2011 TULIP 81

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are more in touch and know about happenings in each other’s lives. We tend to share our happiness and sorrows with our friends. But then we never know there can be a wolf in sheep’s clothing. A person in garb of friendship can gather intimate details of our lives and reveal it to the wrong persons. This can be a pessimistic person who celebrates at our sorrows and mourns at our happiness.

Some are obsessed with others’ lives and lifestyles that they go to any extent to copy them whether it suits them or not. For this reason they keep their eyes and ears open to collect what the other person eats, drinks and wears. Where he is planning to go for holiday and what he is buying. Again this obsession is to compare himself and to satisfy his ego that he is no less equal. There was this neighbor in our flats who never ventured out. But then she would be seated at the window and keep a tab on when her neighbor goes out returns and who are her visitors. When her husband returns from office, she will update him with the information whether he likes it or not. So small is her world that she has nothing else to talk about.

Can this person who always trespass into others lives and keep comparing be happy? Even if he or she derives pleasure out of others’ failures and misfortunes, can he be content? Ups and downs are part of life and a person who spends his lifetime comparing others lifestyles, fortunes and miseries is an unhappy person himself without realizing. How much valuable time is lost in judging other’s lives when we should seize opportunities to better our own lives. From others’ achievements instead of feeling envious we should take it as a model for our own improvement. From others’ failures we should learn a lesson as not to make the same mistakes. Let us try to curb our curiosity and not waste time listening to and discussing lives of other people and then comparing to our own lives. Let us preserve our sanity and peace of mind. 82 TULIP MAY 01-15, 2011

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All together

AWARDS NIGHT TSR TV9 Awards were held at Shilpa Kalavedika on 10th April. It was a grand affair which was organised by Dr. T. Subbarami Reddy Lalitha Kala Parishta. Bollywood stars Dharmendra, Shatrugan Sinha, Subhash Ghai, Raveena Tandon, Juhi Chawla, Jacquline Fernandas made their appearance. Also, Tolloywood starts Samantha, Namitha, Venkatesh, Nagarjuna were spotted among the others.

ANR

Diksha Seth

Meena

Krishnam Raju

Raghavendra Rao

Murali Mohan

Samantha

Namitha

Sai Kumar

Brahmanandam

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Nagarjuna

Ravi Teja

Priya Mani

Rajendra Prasad

Jayasudha

Jayapradha

Venkatesh

Ramanaidu

Thapsee

Richa

TSR

Pinki Reddy

Poonam Kaur

S V Krishna Reddy

Vijayshanti

Juhi Chawla

Priya

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Anu

Kaavya

Nimmi & Mubin

Nazeer

Reema with friend

PARTIES @ B&C, 10D, LIQUIDS, TOUCH & SPOIL After the World Cup, it’s now the turn of the Indian Premier League (IPL), yet another reason to party and show those killer moves… And the ‘partying-spirit’ of the Hyderabadies has yet again been proved! The whole Page-3 lot and a lot of new faces were spotted at various clubs grooving in the IPL fever. The Djs played the best music and the party-goers showed their best moves, but they were not alone! The ‘after-parties’ had The Hunks, The reason to Party Harder- The Cricketers! And we have managed to capture them having some fun…

Abiram & Jibraan

Navdeep

Ankith

Diana

Kapil

Charmaine & Neha

Dipika

Soniya

Nidhi & Sonu

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Neetu & Puneeth

Ashok & Anil

Shubasree

Arvind & Swathi

Swetha & Deepthi

Darren Lehman with wife

Standing pretty - DC Cheer Girls

TALK HOT

Ravi Teja

The unluck y year of Love seems to be blooming every whe re and Rashed seems to be a ll ‘love-struck ’. His BBM statu s say, “My life is all yours, m y 5.9” angel” Half the city se ems to know who it is and the rest halfkeep guessin g!

Alwin

Harmeet, Manpreet and Anand

Ankit & Sunny

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Nisha

Asmita marwa & esitha

Anchal

Preeti & Madhu

NATUZZI GROUP LAUNCHES ITS STORE IN THE CITY

Maniza

Shilpa

The launch of Natuzzi, an Italian Furniture store had been a much hyped event on the Sunday. An Italian singer, Francesca Cassio, was called for a special performance. Girish-Nisha and Rajesh-Sharmila Manghani played the perfect hosts. Designer Ashmita Marwa, Padma Rajgopal, Narender Surana, Aamir and Hameda, and Sarabjit Singh were spotted among others.

Kavita

Sarabjit Singh with wife

Arpita

Kavita Reddy

Gurleen

Preeti

SHILPA REDDY’S SUMMER COLLECTION

Sunita & Rupali

Shilpa Reddy‘s Summer Collection 2011 was launched at an upmarket restaurant, N Grill. Pretty ladies were spotted checking out the designs and catching up with friends. Sunita, Rupali, Kavita, Nikita and Preeti Reddy made their presence felt among the others.

Shruti

Shalini

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Tarot Reading by Suhasini (March 21 - April 20) - (Ambitious and Creative) This month 2011 the tarot card “The Magician” indicates to follow the tips that will help you to get back into the drivers seat. Remember the most important person to listen and plan about your life i.e. Career / Business / Property / Marriage etc. is your own good self. God has covered the world with loveliness filled in it with music and spread beauties everywhere. So try to enjoy the beauties and absorb them in your own life says the tarot card, The Emperor. Wear blue for good luck. Your lucky number is 8.

aries

Karmic Tip – Face is considered as a “mirror” of human mind which expresses thoughts and cherishes within the “heart.”

(April 21 - May 21) - (Loving and Full of Wisdom) This month 2011 the tarot card “The Chariot” indicates take life as a challenge. The life on the Earth can never be free from all the problems, troubles and tensions. So try to face a life of trials and troubles i.e. Job/Career/Relationships/Property etc with a strong heart that has power to accept any degrees of tension. Therefore, don’t be afraid of the setbacks and failures. Instead take them as stepping stones to higher goals says the tarot card The Queen of Pentacles. Wear yellow for good luck. Your lucky number is 6.

taurus

Karmic Tip – If you want to be into your intoxicated beauty world then try to keep your mind cheerful, peaceful and satisfied.

(May 22 - June 21) - (Double Thing Happening) This month 2011 the tarot card “The Hierophant ” indicates the measure of personality for you.(Intellectual, Emotional and Physical characteristics in you). The impression you create in the minds of examiner for interview / business /job / marriage proposals etc is the main soul of success for you says the tarot card “The Bondage” Wear red for good luck. Your lucky number is 5.

gemini

Karmic Tip – The change you can make rests in your own hands.

(June 22 - July 22) - (Power of Love Symbolizes Life) This month 2011 the tarot card “The High Priestess” indicates “working with a plan for the future is the sign for you to succeed in life. For instance, a sailor has a compass and a map while traveling in the ocean so also you must have a plan/target or else you may travel in circles and may not reach your target. Success is whatever you do for your livelihood says the tarot card “The Star”. Wear green for good luck. Your lucky number is 9.

cancer

Karmic Tip – Life based on Principles /Target is a great contributor to success.

(July 23 - Aug. 23) - (Divinity and Humility) This month 2011 the tarot card “The Empress” indicates nothing in this world may be precious for you but the time. Because once the time is lost it can never be traced back. Delaying or postponing action could be dangerous. Living up to the responsibilities entrusted on your family and society / Job / Business / Property dealings etc., are possible only when you have a systematic time arrangement, says the tarot card “The Moon”. Wear orange for good luck. Your lucky number is 7.

leo

Karmic Tip – Learn to say goodbye to worry.

(Aug. 24 - Sep. 23) - (Knowledge and Understanding) This month 2011 the tarot card the “The Strength” indicates you to cast away your tiredness after hard work. Set a target and work accordingly, to achieve it with strong determination, says the tarot card “The Tower”. Wear pink for good luck. Lucky number is 4.

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Karmic Tip – Even if you don’t succeed, change the methods or collect more information and double your efforts.

EXPERT TAROT CARD READER Suhasini is an expert tarot card reader who covers Palmistry, Nadi Astrology and counseling. She excels in scientific astrology and can be contacted on Website: www.tarotworldwide.blogspot.com E-mail: tarotworldwide@gmail.com Mobile : 09393026634, 09290425451.

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(Sep. 24 - Oct. 23) - (Unfolding of Live Leads to Unity) This month 2011 tarot card “The Queen of Cups” indicates you to use the power of prayer, as they may help you in eliminating hurdles in your life. Your sincere mind and concentration may set you free from all kinds of tensions and worries, says the tarot card “The Knight of Swords”. Wear violet for good luck. Your lucky number is 4.

libra

Karmic Tip – Make your lifestyle a “Wonderful dream world” through “positive aura”.

(Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) - (Any kind of Force is in dual aspect) This month 2011 the tarot card “The World ” indicates confidence is the key to survive for you in this world. It is the only key tool to win the rat race in every walk of your life. Confidence in your own capabilities, combined with sincere efforts will help you to achieve unthinkable heights. But remember never to be over-confident, says the tarot card “Ten of Cups”. Wear Brown are good luck. Lucky number is 9.

scorpio

Karmic Tip – Follow the golden principle of orderliness.

(Nov. 23 - Dec. 21) - (Idealism and Noble Aspirations)

saggitarius

This month 2011 the tarot card “The Lovers” indicates a silver spoon amidst the clouds for you. Learn to scatter the seeds of love. If you learn to sow the seeds of goodness wherever you go, you will surely have an attractive personality. So the best way to leave an impression in this world for you is to scatter the feelings of love and friendship, says the tarot card “The Star”. Wear blue for good luck. Your Lucky Number is 8. Karmic Tip – Just like the dew drops are evaporated by the fresh rays of the rising Sun, “love in the heart”

(Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) - (Numerous Goals to be Conquered) This month 2011 the tarot card “Two of Wands” indicates “ laughter is the best medicine for you”. Life is not going to be a bed of roses (mixture of thorns and roses), but tears and anger are its cousins. So the angel of health and wealth blesses and advises you to keep your mood cheerful, happy and peaceful to use the power of expressions which are feelings, thoughts, words and actions in your daily life, says the tarot card “The Chariot”. Wear pink for good luck. Your lucky number is 11.

capricorn

Karmic Tip – An idle mind is devil’s workshop..

(Jan. 21 - Feb. 18) - (Promotion of Communication) This month 2011 the tarot card “The World” indicates never trust “luck”. It is useless thinking and waiting for luck. Success and failure have nothing to do with luck, as they are the results of your own planning, patience and perseverance. Face the obstacles to achieve success. Don’t blame luck for different developments in your life and never use it as an opportunity to run away from one’s responsibilities, says the tarot “The Fool”. Wear light purple for good luck. Your lucky number is 6.

aquarius

Karmic Tip – A rolling stone gathers no moss.

(Feb. 19 - March. 20) - (Struggle Leads to Success)

pisces

This month 2011 the tarot card says “The Ace of Wands” indicates angel of gardens is seen scattering the rose fragrance around you to strengthen the spirit of love, force that plays the most important role in making your life beautiful. It is nothing but love. Without love in the heart you will be in another hell. So whatever sacrifices you are experiencing in your family life, among friends and colleagues, will give you the most expensive gift in your life to be happy and cheerful. So enjoy the treasure of friendship in your life says the tarot card “The Sun”. Wear red for good luck. Your lucky number is 5. Karmic Tip – Life is a precious gift so learn to enjoy. MAY 01-15, 2011 TULIP 95

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