Wtzup kochi august 2014

HAPPENINGS FOOD FASHION OFFERS & MORE in kochi “Our city can get into your thoughts so much. When you are abroad travelling or on a shoot all you want to do is get back to Kochi .”

Vijay Babu Issue 9 Volume 1 Aug - Sep 2014

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THIS ONAM MOHANLAL TAKES KERALA POLITICS

TO THE US

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DAAN’14 FUND RAISER CONCERT When 2 September 2014 Where St.Teresa’s College, Ernakulam

DC BOOK FAIR When July 15 to September 3, 2014 Where Ernakulathappan Ground, Kochi

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MONSOON COACHING CAMP

INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

When till September 30 Where Rama Varma Club Contact +91 9846042421

When 11 September - 15 september Where Bolgatty Palace Contact 0484 2750500/2750600

MEGA PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

ART EXHIBITION

When 27th August to 1st September 2014 Where Kochi Contact +91 9910903636

When 26 August - 8 September Where Durbar Hall Art Gallery Contact 0484 236 7748

MISS KERALA 2014 September 3rd

Camelot Convention Center, Alleppey

Manju Warrier lighted the lamp and inaugurated Rima Kallingal’s dream dance school ‘Mamangam’ on 31st July 2014 at Café Papaya, Kochi.

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EEMAGINE 2014 The 7th annual EEMA ( Event and Entertainment Management Association )convention redefined entertainment as Kochi witnessed over 300 event management companies under one roof enjoying the tunes sung by renowned singers Arjith Singh, Adnan Sami, Shankar Mahadevan, Didi and Kay Kay. The cherry on the top was the EEMAX awards night which honored and recognized exemplary work across 25 categories including best destination wedding, best signature event, best space dĂŠcor etc.

Photographs: O. P. Shihab (Revonex)

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THE ‘REAL’ ESTATE

th 12 PROJECT

“Some people look for a beautiful place and others make a place beautiful.”

Hazrat Inayat Khan

T

hough they are the new kids on the block, Nucleus Properties have been making a mark in the building industry.

With an experienced team to back them up, the company has been fulfilling city dweller’s dreams. Nucleus Properties Executive Director, Abdul Nazer gives us tips on what to look for when searching for that dream home.

Quality Never compromise on quality. Your living space should be secure and safe and not just aesthetically pleasing. Check the brands used for civil work, electrical fittings, doors and windows, tiling, painting, sanitary fittings and kitchen utilities. Make sure they are up to date.

Don’t feel shy to ask questions and get as much information as you can.

“We take care to use the best in our projects, be it a luxury project or not. All specifications will be mentioned in our brochures so that the customer can be aware. For example, we use Fe 500D steel from Vizag, JSW and Sail, which are leading companies in India. ” Space Utility It is not about how big or small space is but how well the space has been designed. There can be a huge bathroom but if it is badly designed, a lot of space will go to waste. You should get maximum utility for the space you are buying. The spaces should also adhere to your life style, so scrutinize the floor plan.

“At the core of every design is functionality.

Nucleus Eleganza, Vazhakkala We have the nationally recognized architectural firm Edifice on board for our projects. We try to understand our living conditions and design accordingly. For example, Malayalees are known for their hospitality. Therefore, we have provided guest utility spaces in our projects. Another detail that we learned from experience was the fact that every apartment, even if it is a two bedroom, requires three balconies. As per our lifestyle we require a kitchen balcony, one for hanging laundry and one for the actual use of a balcony. All master bedrooms have been provided with a walk in wardrobes at the Nucleus Eleganza in Vazhakkala, which is, in fact, our twelfth project. At Nucleus Properties, no detail is too small to go unnoticed.

Location Every real estate agent’s mantra is ‘location, location, location’ and rightly so. Our cities are getting crowded, and space is becoming very expensive. At the same time the city expands, new centers keep popping up. Some of us would like to stay within the city so that we can enjoy all its offerings or a little further away to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Make sure the home you invest in is located near amenities, schools and your work place. There should be enough common areas, and open spaces should be well designed.

Another important thing to keep in mind is that your location should have good resale value if you intend to move in the future.

“Our project sites are considered after a thorough study of the location. Nucleus Riva is at Edappally, which is a fast growing area especially with the arrival of Lulu. Nucleus Saffron in Vaduthala is located near Aster Medicity and we see great potential for the area in the near future. We make sure that you get a good appreciation on your property investment.”

So remember your QULs : Quality, Utility and Location.

NUCLEUS PREMIUM PROPERTIES PVT. LTD An ISO 90011:2008 certified company 34/239c, near Mariya Park, Edappally PO Cochin 24 info@nucleusproperties.in www.nucleusproperties.in

Call: 9020 300 100

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MAD ABOUT JUICES Deshabhimani Jn, Kaloor, Kochi 0484 699088

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hopping at Lulu Mall can certainly leave you thirsty. Why not take a break from all that cola and try some healthy juices? Pulp Factory has a good variety of drinks to catch your attention. With their yummy fruit juices, creamy shakes and faloodas, the Pulp Factory is already a favourite among the foodies. The Saffron Almond Royal Milkshake and Chocolate Falooda will have you drooling at the very first sight. Check out their exotic durian and dragon fruits also.

looda a f t i d fru d: Mixe cost per hea R IN 150t Time: Wai nutes 5 mi : t Try Mus

THE PULP FACTORY

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3rd floor, Lulu mall, Edapally, Kochi.

09400181191 09544502225

FOR THE LOVE OF BIRIYANI

2nd Floor, Lulu Mall Edapally 09037741489

3rd Floor, Lulu Mall Edapally 0484 4012525

3rd Floor, Lulu Mall Edapally 0484 4012525

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ho wouldn’t travel miles for a good Biriyani?

Not that you have to because you just need to go till Panampilly Nagar. Khader Biriyani in Itty’s doles out some hot Biriyani goodness. In the rustic bamboo setting, one can enjoy various types of everybody’s favorite dish. So all you have to do is decide which Biriyani you want to have without all the confusions of an extensive menu. Top off your meal with a Suleimani and you are good to go.

Chick en Bi riyani cost per h 150 I ead: NR Wait T i m 10 m e: inutes Mus t Try :

Main Avenue, Panampilly Nagar, Kochi 0484 4011551 / 09544354435

NH Bypass, Ernakulam 0484 307 1236

Service Road, Edapally 0484 2807591

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BRING ON THE

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he time for feasting is nigh. According to tradition, the entire family gets together in the kitchen on the day before to prepare. In the old fashioned way, a true sadhya must be enjoyed when you sit cross-legged on the ground or floor on Thiruvonam day.It’s a scrumptious spread, and each element has a gastronomic taste and Injipuli Mezhukkupuratti Curd significance. The Kaalan’s sour taste will go with Avial Thoran Pickle Kalan Pachadi Rasam Olan. The Puliyinchi/ Injipuli can be enjoyed before the main course for it will increase your appetite.

Erissery Salt After Parippu and ghee, you can take Sambar along with rice. Then Rasam followed with Payasam.

Koottucurry Finally, you need to have some butter milk which Pappad will improve digestion. Onasadhya should be served on ‘Naakila’. Its narrow end should face to the left Sambar hand side of the diner and the wide part to the right hand side. Uppery and other small items termed as ‘Thoducurris’ are to be served on the left side, Avial and other curries which are considered to be frequently taken are placed on the right side of the eater.

Pazham Payasam In North Kerala, non-veg items are important.

Koottukari is another special item for them. Erissery Vazhakka Upperi is not that much favourite for Ernakulam. While Buttermilk Pulyinji is northern,Injikkary is southern. Area wise Sarkara Upperi Rice there are many other peculiarities, for example, big Parippu onion is a must for Sambar in South Kerala, but in North they avoid it.

SADHYA!

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Choccochino, S.Kalamassery.

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Kahawa, Ravipuram.

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Cafe d Arabia, Nr.Brdige, Edappally.

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Coffee cube, Convent Jn. Ph: 0484 4000414

Kappa Club, Pallimukku.

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Chillax, Bypass, Chakkaraparambu.

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Thakkolam, Ayyappankavu.

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Bad Ass, Pallimukku.

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Thakkaram, Bypass Nr. Gold Souk.

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Fawaz, Padivattom.

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Ming’s Wok, Panampilly Nagar.

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Mappilakkada, Bypass Nr. Gold Souk.

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Coffee Always, Padivattom.

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Hotel Brigade, Panampilly Nagar.

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Nasrani Kitchen, KK Road, Kadavanthra.

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Konchu House, Kadavanthra.

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Ali Baba, Panampilly Nagar.

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Bake My Day, Kadavanthra.

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Hotel Empire, Kundanoor.

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Favourite Pizza, Panampilly Nagar.

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Korter, Elamkulam.

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Dhe Puttu Edapally Bypass.

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Thakkaram, Panampilly Nagar.

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Kottayam Kitchen, Vyttila.

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Kettuvallam, International Stadium Kaloor.

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Shappu food, Vyttila.

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rainy day WORKOUTS FOR MEN While working out in the rains may seem to be a difficult project for some or while some of you might just want to skip exercise around this time, think again. There could be a fitter way of enjoying the rains! Here’s how to do that in the comfort of your home and using close-to-zero equipment.

By Althea Shah

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t’s raining outside, and all we can think about is hot tea, samosas and bhajias to pep up the mood and complement the state of relief that the rain brings on after the scorching summer heat. Thinking of a workout may not necessarily be on the top of your mind at this time of the year, but exercise can help you maintain your fitness even in this dull and lazy weather. So what now, can’t go out, rain has spoilt your day? Who wants to walk till the park, let alone that it must be mud-slushed by the time the showers stop. And hey, you are surely not thinking about taking out your car and facing the blues of messy parking?

But, worry not. You can still keep the kilos off the bay by trying out these exercises without the discomfort of stepping out of your home. And if you are a beginner, then this could just be your best time to kickstart a fitness regime. Enjoy the rains while being active and happy.

THE CARDIO Jump Rope: Take a skipping rope and do some jumps.

Climb stairs: Just walk or runup and down the stairs in your building. If you do ten rounds of this, you will be justifying all that food you have binged on.

Walk: If you enjoy walking, invest in a treadmill.

You can gradually increase your pace on the machine as you go along. You could walk to the rhythm of the falling rain! If you are lucky to have big bay windows, then place it adjacently.

Jumping Jacks: This is a great cardio workout. If you are watching a TV show, get up during the commercials and do a round of jumping jacks.

Dance: Dancing can also help keep the blues away. No one’s watching you. It will encourage you to try stuff that you normally would not give a shot at and it is a great calorie burner. Just play some music, get in your sweat pants and start. You can also keep playing dance videos or a dance tutorial show on TV and copy the moves.

Gardening: If you have a little corner in your home that you could nurture with love and care, try potting different flowering plants there.

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wtzup.in/HEALTH WORKING OUT AT HOME There are a few exercises you can do at home with minimum-to-little equipment at your disposal, any time of the day. Exercise for 45-minutes-to-an-hour with moderate intensity for four-to-five days a week.

Warm up: Begin your workout with a 10-minutes warm up session. Include side stretching, jogging on the spot, skipping or jumping jacks.

LOWER BODY Squats: Standing with your feet hip/ shoulder width apart, bend your knees and slowly squat towards the floor. Slowly come up. Do this 10-15 times. Rest for a moment and then repeat. You can hold dumbbells in both hands to add intensity.

Follow this with leg raises, both sideways and front - two sets of 30 reps each.

ABDOMEN Upper abdomen crunches: Lie on your back, raise one leg mid-air, support the back of your head with your hand and raise the head to the knee of the raised leg. Repeat with alternate leg.

EAT SMART THIS ONAM Have a light breakfast high in fiber.

Take time to enjoy your sadhya Have black coffee or tea Go for a walk after the meal Stick to light, low-fat meals for the remainder of the day.

Drink plenty of water.

Mid abdomen crunches: Raise both legs and cross them at right angles to the body while you lie flat on the mat. Stretch both arms and touch your toes.

Lower abdomen crunches: Lie flat on the mat looking up to the ceiling. Bend each leg, one at a time.

UPPER BODY Push-ups: Begin by standing in front of the wall / kitchen counter with your feet together. Place your slightly inverted hands on top of the counter top. With your arms a little more than shoulder width apart, bend the elbows and try and get your chest as close to the counter top as possible then power it back up. Do these for ten times; rest for a moment and then repeat the same pattern. You can do this on the floor — on a mat on your toes, military style. Try and get your chest as close to the mat as possible. Do these for ten times, rest and then repeat.

STRETCH Don’t forget to stretch. Pick your space and a companion. You could even try yoga, it will calm your mind and help burn those calories.

And of course, it’s also a wonderful time to get a body massage to relieve your body of all those aches and pains in the body that you will getting with the workouts!

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“Mohanlal sir is a senior artiste and it was a learning experience for me to watch him act every scene with so much passion. Initially I was nervous to act opposite such a big star, but the shoot went well. He is a complete actor. Apart from being a good actor, he’s an amazing cook too!”

Ragini Nandwani

“Lalettan is a fun, co-operative actor.

In fact, every actor must learn from him. Apart from all that, he makes lip smacking dishes that we can’t resist. It was so much fun, we all were cooking every day.”

Sandra Thomas

THIS ONAM MOH

KERALA POLIT

W

e all enjoy a good laugh at politicians’ expense. Mohanlal starrer Peruchaazhi delves into a comparison between the political scenario in two of the largest democracies – India and the USA. Lalettan plays the role of an Indian politician in America, who does not have a good grasp of the English language. The movie stands out as the first Malayalam movie to have a few sequences shot at the renowned Universal Studios in Los Angeles. In fact, eighty percent of the satirical

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The story was so beautiful that we couldn’t resist shooting anywhere else other than the US.

HANLAL TAKES

Vijay Babu

TICS TO THE US

Text: Simna Nahas Photo: Mahadevan Thampi

film is shot abroad. Furthermore, it brings back the evergreen comedy duo Mohanlal and Mukesh, supported by Vijay Babu, Baburaj, Aju Varghese, Delhi Ganesh, Shankar Ramakrishnan, Sean James Sutton, Raghini Nandawani and Sandra Thomas. The movie directed by Arun Vaidyanathan is produced by Vijay Babu and Sandra Thomas under Friday Film House Productions. The official trailer has gone viral on social media, and Lalettan fans are eagerly waiting for the release on August 29th.

“This is my first movie with Lal sir and I experienced a memorable moment that I can treasure for a lifetime. When we were shooting in front of the Kodak Theatre in LA, now renamed as Dolby Theatre, I expressed my wish for an autograph from Lalettan. He walked up to me and added an ‘L’ to my ‘I LA’ T-shirt and signed his autograph.

Now I own a T-shirt with ‘I LAL’ on it. That was a priceless moment for me and I will never forget it as it happened in front of the home of the Oscars.”

Aju Varghese

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DRESS YOUR TRESSES

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ere is a collage of few hairstyles that you can try out this Onam with your kasavu sari. You can compliment it with the traditional mulla poo to add an element to your look.

Don’t forget these tips Hair type: You can use wet or dry and curly or straight hair for any of these styles.

Prep your hair: Brush your hair to remove any knots and tangles that may be present. Without brushing your hair, grab it all starting at the front near your face and collecting all your hair into one hand. Hold the hair at the location where you want to have your bun or braid.

Positioning: To create a sophisticated mod look,

Bun with plaited twist

Messy French twist

pull your hair up very high near the top of your head. For a more professional look, your hair should be drawn to the center of the back of your head. To create an easy, carefree messy bun, pull your hair to the nape of your neck. You can choose to make your bun off-center for a more playful look if you would like.

Bands: Always use elastic bands that match the color of your hair, so that they don’t stand out from your bun or braid.

Finishing touches: You tend to have a lot of loose strands of hair depending on the position of your braid or bun. Pin these into your hair with a clip and give your entire head a quick misting of hairspray. Try out different hair accessories.

Vintage Bohemian updo

Five strand braid

Fishtail braid

Messy side bun braid

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LOGITECH POWER SHELL

The Powershell is built to slot the iPhone directly inside and has a rubbery surface which makes it easier to hold. Price Rs.5000/- Approx.

RISE & SHINE NATURAL WAKE-UP LIGHT

The Verilux® light therapy alarm orb helps you wake up the way you’re supposed to – with progressively brightening light, hopefully refreshed and ready to take on the day.

Price Rs.6050/- Approx.

WITHINGS PULSE

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Another wearable activity tracker with additional features like sleep and heart rate monitoring. Price Rs.9653/- Approx.

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Organize your travel plans in one place with TripIt. TripIt automagically creates a detailed daily itinerary for every trip.

IZON WI-FI VIDEO MONITOR

This device is the best for your monitoring needs. With wifi connectivity which gives you audio and visual data to your phone at any point, it is charged with a USB connector.

Price Rs.9050/- Approx.

TIMEHOP

Timehop helps you celebrate the best moments of the past with your friends. What were you doing a year ago today?

Two years? Three years?

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KOCHI ALL SET FOR A3 SEDAN

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he launch of the Audi A3 Sedan, the first compact luxury sedan in India, is yet another first from Audi. In line with the customer-centric approach, Audi launched the sedan version of the Audi A3, which is a segment up from the compact luxury hatchback. Sporty, stylish and pathbreaking, the Audi A3 Sedan showcases Audi’s

‘Vorsprung Durch Technik’ in every single aspect, especially in the areas of design, ultralightweight technology, efficient drivetrains, high-end multimedia and infotainment systems.

“We are confident that the Audi A3 Sedan is the right product at the right time and will set new benchmarks,” said Mr. Joe King, Head, Audi India.

What it offers A 2-zone Deluxe Auto Air Conditioning with sun position sensor New TT inspired Jet turbine design air vents with spot and diffuse functions Three-dimensional inlays add on to the depth and sportiness of the interiors Offers 425 liters boot space Milano leather upholstery Panoramic glass sunroof Audi sound system, MMI® Touch and MMI® navigation A sleek 7” High resolution retractable screen with 11 mm thickness Navigation with 3D Maps, DVD Player, 2 SD card readers, 10 GB Jukebox and Bluetooth Interface with Bluetooth Audio streaming & Audi Music Interface Parking is made easy with Rear View camera

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Roping in all the laughs

Mammooty’s Lal connection

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nonsensical title and an even more hilarious story line. Aadu Oru Bheegara Jeevi Aanu tells the story of a group of villagers and their tug of war competition for a cash prize and a goat. This goat must be something else because the first time director, Midhun Manuel Thomas has roped in Jayasurya, Saiju Kurup and Aju Varghese for the main roles and Friday Film House to produce the film. This is the director’s second script after the super hit Om Shanti Oshana. Fingers crossed for this one.

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ammooty will pair up with Lal for Jean Paul Lal’s next venture Driving License. There are talks of a complete makeover for our mega star. This is Lal Sr.’s third outing with his son. According to sources, the film is going to be a complete entertainer with all the elements of a super hit Malayalam movie. The shooting will commence soon.

Jean Reno in Mollywood

Another stellar cast

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ou heard right. The Pink Panther and Da Vinci code actor is on the cards for the movie Gypsy Moksham. Director Ajith Pillai of Mosayile Kuthirameenukal fame has approached the international star to be on board for the multi lingual movie. The story revolves around a historian in search of Genghis Khan’s roots and will be shot in Bhutan, Nepal, Kerala and Mongolia. So after the seas, it is the mountains now for the Director who says it is a 100% feel good travel movie.2015 couldn’t get here fast enough.

ibi Malayil is planning his comeback movie and how! Njangalude Veettile Athidhikal brings together Narain, Jayaram, Innocent, Lena and Priyamani. This will be Priyamani’s first venture with Jayaram. Produced by Galaxy films, the script has been written

by K Gireesh Kumar and were a family drama. The filming has started in July in Kochi.

Vineeth and Namitha come together after Traffic

Priyan sir’s laughter riot

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ere is your Christmas present for 2014.

Priyadarshan’s Aamayum Muyalum is slated to start shooting in September at Karaikudi. It has been stated that the movie would be along the lines of Thenmavin Kombathu. Now that has got our attention. Produced under the banner of Full House Entertainment, the film has a stellar cast including Jayasurya, Innocent, Nedumudi Venu, Maniyanpilla Raju and model Pia from Mumbai. With MG Sreekumar as the music director, looks like it is going to be a nostalgic ride.

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rmayundo Ee Mukham? Suresh Gopi’s line from Commissioner is being immortalized into a movie by director Anwar Sadiq. A romantic comedy, set in Bangalore, will see Vineeth Srinivasan in the lead role. Namitha Pramod dons the role of a sculptor who is the female interest. Other talents in the movie are Aju Varghese and Lakshmi. With the music

by Shaan Rahman and cinematography by Jithu Damodar, the movie is set to release by the end of the year.

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wtzup.in/MOVIES RAJADHI RAJA

PERUCHAZHI

Cast: Mammootty, Lakshmi Rai Director: Ajai Vasudev Story: Udaykrishna, Siby K Thomas Music: Karthik Raja

VILLALI VEERAN

Release date: September 5th Synopsis: Mammootty plays the character of Shekharan Kutty, a highway hotel’s restaurant manager. Lakshmi Rai plays his wife Radha.

Release date: August 29th Synopsis: The movie portrays the political rivalry and friendship between Jagannathan (Mohanlal) and minister Raghavan (Mukesh).

Things get interesting when Jagannathan is called to the USA to help in the elections of a governor though his English is very poor.

Cast: Dileep, Namitha Pramod, Mythili Director: Sudheesh Sankar Story: Dinesh Pallath Music: S A Rajkumar Release date: September 5th Synopsis: The story revolves around the life of Chinnannan (Dileep), a village vegetable seller.

He is a miser when it comes to his own affairs but would gladly do anything for his friends and family. His life changes when Narmada (Namitha Pramod) enters his life.

SAPTAMASREE TASKARAHA

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IYOBINTE PUSTHAKAM

Cast: Prithviraj, Reenu Mathews Director: Anil Radhakrishnan Story: Anil Radhakrishnan Music: Rex Vijayan

Release date: September 6th Synopsis: Prithviraj plays the leader of a gang of seven thieves in this comedy entertainer.

Rumors say that the movie will be similar to Ocean’s Eleven.

Cast: Mohanlal, Mukesh Director: Arun Vaidyanathan Story: Arun Vaidyanathan, Ajayan Venugopal Music: Arrora

Cast: Prithviraj, Javed Jaffrey Director: Major Ravi Story: Major Ravi Music: Ratheesh Vega

Release date: September 5th Synopsis: An unlikely friendship in the toughest of times, the movie talks about two army men stranded at the Indo-Pak border.

Cast: Fahadh Fazil, Isha Sharvani, Lal, Jayasurya Director: Amal Neerad Story: Gopan Chidambaram, Syam Pushkaran Music: Neha Nair Release date: Onam release Synopsis: A period drama set in the 1940s, the film follows the story of a young man who faces a lot of family problems and is unsuccessful in all his ventures.

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HOP ON!

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ochi is well known for its backwaters, and if you want to enjoy them in its true sense, you ought to take a houseboat from Alleppey to Punnamada. It’s the best option for a one-day trip to sit back, relax and enjoy the scenic beauty, to let yourself go and to transform your mind. The common route of the houseboats starts from Alleppey-R block-C blockPathiramanal-Punnamada and back to Alleppey.

It depends on the number of days you spend on the boat, if it’s a 2-3 days trip they take the route of Kainagiri, Chumbumukam, Kumarakom. A one-day trip normally starts at 11.00am and ends at 5.00pm. If you wish to stay for a night in the houseboat, the boat starts at 12pm and reaches back at 9am.

The cruise starts with a welcome drink and if asked for an add-on they will provide you with

kappa and fish curry. As the journey starts, you will be surrounded by green fields all around you. By the time you reach between R block and T block it would be lunch time. Freshly prepared meals with fish curry would be provided. Karimeen fry is the speciality of lunch, and you can finish off with yummy payasam. You can have lunch in the open fields or under trees if you wish to have it outside the boat. You will be cruising through the waters of Vazhathopu and Paathiraamanal. If the weather is friendly, you can have a bath at the clear waters of Paathiramanal Lake. There are quite a few toddy shops, Ayurvedic massaging centres and places to go fishing. If interested, the boat will be harboured to the banks. Two of the monuments nearby the lakes are Murikkan Palli and Chambakulam Palli which are quite old, and its premises have shaded trees suitable for a long walk. Harvest season is

the best time to go on a houseboat as you can see the golden paddy fields.

What you have to know before booking a house boat Don’t go for low rate boat that doesn’t offer decent services and facilities. The minimum charge of a secured houseboat is 6000-6500. It may vary with seasons.

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MG Road in 1965

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in 1925. In 1972, the road was named in honour of the father of our nation. The total distance of MG Road is four kilometers starting from Willingdon to Kacheripady.

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