Life! for Kartel
Adidja “Vybz Kartel” Palmer, and his three co-accused were on Thursday morning slapped with life sentences for the murder of Clive “Lizard” Williams.
Kartel, alongside his three co-accused, Shawn “Shawn Storm” Campbell, Kahira Jones and Andre “Mad Suss” St John arrived at the Supreme Court in downtown Kingston on Thursday morning, with Kartel wearing a black shirt and navy blue pants.
The dancehall artiste is to serve 35 years before he becomes eligible for parole.
He and the three other men convicted for Lizard’s murder were each given life sentences by Justice Lennox Campbell.
Adidja Palmer – Life in prison (35 years before eligible for parole); Shawn Campbell – Life in prison (25 years before eligible for parole); Kahira Jones – Life in prison (25 years before eligible for parole) and Andre St John – Life in prison (30 years before eligible for parole).
Justice Campbell handed down the sentences after hearing impassioned pleas for leniency from lawyers representing the men. On March 13, after 65 days of trial, a jury returned a 10 to one guilty verdict.
On that same day, a fourth co-accused,
Shane Williams was freed by the jury. The defence has indicated that it will be appealing the verdict.
It has cited discrepancies, inconsistencies, missing data, and mismanagement in the collection of evidence as well as the integrity of the evidence.
Kartel’s Attorney, Tom Tavares-Finson says the defence has a fundamental issue with the decision of the trial judge to permit certain phone evidence, given the admission by the police that the instruments were being used after they were taken into their custody.
He says it is very significant that since the matter was heard, the Director of Public Prosecutions has ordered a change in the protocol as to how evidence is to be kept in the department.
According to the attorney, the police have also changed the protocol as to how telephones are to be kept.
Tavares-Finson said the Director of Public Prosecutions, Paula Llewellyn, has also asked Prosecutor Jeremy Taylor, to launch an investigation into the conduct of the investigators in the case.
“ Once-in-a-lifetime adventure into the wild
– all set for Pakaraima Mountain Safari 2014
“The Pakaraima Mountain Safari
is the thrill of life, the embodiment of life… it is the shining hope of nature… the beautiful exposition of the perfect blend of mountains, greenery, waterfalls and creek… that is Guyana…,” Tourism Minister Irfaan Ali said recently, about the expedition that showcases the richness and multifaceted nature of Guyana’s landscape.
The 600-plus mile trek, for the most part through the Pakaraimas Mountains in our Forested Highlands, dubbed the “Adventure of a Lifetime”, commences at the Guyoil Gas Station on Regent Street on April 12 and runs until April 20.
The journey takes participants, travelling in four-wheel drive vehicles, through Regions Four, Eight, Nine and 10, passing more than 25 Amerindian villages before reaching its destination, Orinduik Falls.
The safari will traverse the four geographical regions of Guyana, moving from the flat fertile Coastland to the Hilly Sand and Clay Region, then the Forested Highlands and Rupununi Savannahs, giving a glimpse of the splendours of the country’s natural endowments – our mighty rivers; numerous creeks, rapids and waterfalls; unique, world famous flora and fauna – the majesty of “El Dorado” and the vibrant cultural mosaic that
is its people, particularly the Amerindians.
The 31 vehicles slated for this year’s trip, including a “Safari Truck”, constitute what may be the largest Pakaraima Safari ever, with locals and tourists from several Caribbean islands and as far away as Canada eagerly awaiting the start date. Participants and sponsors gathered on Wednesday at the Sophia Exhibition Site for the inspection ceremony, where representatives from the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) and Rainforest Tours checked the vehicles, provided an outline of the trip
and branded the participating vehicles with the 2014 safari logo and that of the sponsor, Guyoil/Castrol.
All participants are urged to make meaningful contributions to the communities they will visit on the ‘journey of a lifetime’ and to appreciate the beauty therein.
At the inspection ceremony, GTA Director Indranauth Haralsingh lauded the participants, particularly those who have grown along with the event, now in its 12th edition; the sponsors; and the media, for their continued support.
“Without you, the enthusiastic participants, this event would not be possible,” he stated.
Over the years, the annual event, organised by Frank Singh, the owner of Rainforest Tours, in collaboration with the Tourism Ministry and GTA, has received tremendous support from sponsors like Guyoil/Castrol; Marketing and Distribution; MMC; and the Guyana Telephone and Telegraph (GT&T) Company.
Safari Truck
The GTA Director explained that additional details on the Safari Truck, an affordable initiative aimed at encouraging more persons to see Guyana, will be available soon, as advertisements will be placed in the daily newspapers.
The first Pakaraima Mountain Safari was launched by former Minister Harripersaud Nokta on March 22, 2003 at what is now known as Nokta point. On that Saturday, four Land Rovers, two tractors and trailers with passengers started a historic two-and-a-half-day journey from Karasabai to Orinduik. The safari was led by Nokta and other Government officials, along with the commander of the Lethem and Karasabai Police Stations and 21 other persons.
Under the “Drive Guyana” Campaign, several mini-safaris will be staged throughout the year which will allow more persons to experience the beauty of Destination Guyana.
Participants, organisers and sponsors of the Pakaraima Mountain Safari 2014
Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) Director Indranauth Haralsingh and organiser Frank Singh apply the 2014 Safari logo to an inspected vehicle
Regatta
added to Linden Town Week excitement
Plans are moving apace for the staging of the annual Linden Town Week which is geared at showcasing the history, culture, and achievements of Lindeners while attracting domestic and international tourists on a large scale. However, this year looks a little different... reigning Town Day Queen Latisha Phillips will have to hold on to the title for a second year with at least two changes being implemented.
So far there will not be a pageant this year, but on the upside, a regatta has been added to the programme.
The Linden Town Week of activities will officially commence with an opening ceremony on April 27
at the Linden-Georgetown minibus park, Mackenzie according to sources on the Planning Committee.
The events will culminate on May 4. Listed among the events aside from parties is a mega gospel concert on April 28. The seniors would be celebrated with a luncheon on April 29 at the Egbert Benjamin Hall and Conference Centre, Mackenzie. Debates, a spelling bee and Scrabble competition are also carded for that day for students.
The Wismar Creole night will be held along Burnham Drive and Poker Street, on Friday, May 2 while on May 3, an art exhibition is to be held at the Egbert Benjamin
Hall and Conference Centre and this would be followed by the Farmers’ Exhibition and Job Fair.
This year, while no explanation has been given for the decision, the pageant which is normally staged as a major part of the even has not been announced.
To boost the event, the Linden Town Day Committee has formed a new Regatta Committee under the stewardship of Winston Miller who has over 20 years of experience under his belt.
He was tasked with the responsibility of coordinating the power boat and Jet Ski races and he says he has “already contacted the
Pomeroon racers.” From feedback, Bartica, Suriname and Skeldon racers are all excited about the Linden Regatta which would be held on May 4 at the bandstand by the old aluminium plant, Demerara River. The events listed for the event includes three Open races, three 75–90 horse powered (HP) engine races, three 40HP engines races and three Jet Ski races. There will also be a swimming race and a Paddle boat race.
“A good day of racing awaits spectators, and I do hope this will become an annual event for Lindeners.”
GEM awards winners in “Cutest Baby Contest”
Brandon Xavier Hercules from Mahaica (10 out of 10 votes and 1308 Facebook Likes), Javier Singh from Good Hope (nine out of 10 votes and 948 Facebook
Likes) while Kattleya Grant from Georgetown (eight out of 10 votes and 809 Facebook Likes) were recently declared the winners of the 10th Annual “Cutest Baby Contest”.
The contest which commenced on March 3, and ended on March 14, saw over 100 newborns to 18-monthold infants being entered but after a Facebook voting process, the winners were
selected.
They were all rewarded with pampers gifts and other items by ANSA McAL Limited, Geddes Grant and Distribution Services Ltd (DSL) under their Pampers, Huggies and Johnson baby brands respectively. The top 10 selected babies received an additional hamper each from Johnson’s Baby at Duke Lodge on March 21.
GEM promised to feature all the babies who participated in the contest in a special spread in the April/May edition of the magazine. This issue of the magazine will also include more presentation pictures and information about the babies.
GEM thanked all the parents for participating, the sponsors for their gifts and Duke Lodge for making their facility in Kingston available for the presentations. In addition, the magazine extended its appreciation to Kaieteur News, Guyana Chronicle, Guyana Times, hotspotgy. com, gtvibes.com and to its Facebook fans and followers for helping to make the contest an exciting experience. Issue 62 of the magazine will be on newsstands by mid April.
Dancing Enchanters all set with new addition
The new kids on the block – the Nachgana Academy of Dance – will for the first time host their own stage produc - tion entitled
“KRANIUM”
“Dancing Enchanters”.
The event is being held under the backdrop of Nachgana Academy of Dance’s first anniversary and promises to be a
This majestic masterpiece promises to take its audience back in time to the golden days and in touch with the present, through an evening of mesmerising and versatile ic presentations directed mer Guyana Sari Queen,
The event caters for everyone, be it of age or ethnicity with
astonishing performances from the academy’s senior and junior members. The highlight for the evening will be the group’s mission to sensitise their audience on the ills of domestic violence and humanitarian practices which they will express through the different forms of the performing arts.
This event will be packed with a spectrum of rich talents and will be backed by the versatile Prince JP, Steven Ramphal and GT&T Jingle and Song Competition finalist Dinesh Bisesar, new comer Danny Bholaram and special guest appearance by the reigning Chutney Monarch Pooran Seeraj.
Dancing Enchanters is slated for April 12, at the Indian Monument Gardens at 19:00h sharp.
Tickets cost $1000 and are available at Shoppers Paradise – Regent Street, Georgetown; Bhagwans –Water Street, Georgetown; Satnoo Variety Store – Grove, East Bank Demerara (EBD); M&M Snackette – Demerara Harbour Bridge, EBD; Cell King – V/Hoop, West Coast Demerara (WCD); Rays Indian Fashion – Leonora, WCD; Sally and Shanta’s Fashion – De Williams, WCD and the Murti Shop. For additional information, kindly contact Devi on 6995111 or visit the group’s Facebook page Nachgana. Remember, dance is your pulse, your heartbeat, your breathing. It’s the rhythm of your life. It’s the expression in time and movement, in happiness, joy, sadness and envy. Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate this mind blowing event with Nachgana Academy of Dance.
live in Club Monaco next Saturday
“Nobody affi know seh me and you ah touch, nobody affi know...”, will be echoing in Club Monaco on April 12 as the club presents KRANIUM live in concert.
This will be an experience that no one would want to miss especially with the tune rated as the number one reggae song in the Caribbean. It will also be the first time that the Jamaican will be performing in a Guyanese Night Club.
Before the actual performance, patrons will be entertained by the talented BOOM network of entertainers including DJ Ryon, Selecta Diamond and Gully Ras.
Regular tickets for the event cost $2000 while the VIP will cost $4000 and ladies will be admitted free before 22:00h. The event is made possible by Truck Masters Auto Sales, Kings Panel, Fly Jamaica and the Boom Radio Station.
About KRANIUM
Kemar Donaldson, more popularly known as” KRANIUM”, is one such artiste who has patiently honed his vocal skill and is now carving out his career in an industry where the best is never good enough; you have to be great and that is exactly what he is.
Born August 12, 1990 in Montego Bay, Jamaica, KRANIUM spent most of his childhood days immersed in the island’s signature music. He was raised on a staple of rootsy Reggae music, love and a belief that determination and talent would enable him to achieve beyond the norm. This belief has remained cognisant and he now focuses everything on his first love – music.
Blessed with vocal talent and the ability to pen lyrics in intricate verse and catchy hooks, KRANIUM migrated to Florida, U.S.A. in the summer of 2005, to further his education at Boyd Anderson High School. It was there that he got his first taste of the studio and this newfound addiction consumed him.
By September 2006, he had moved to New York to attend Jamaica High School and enrolled in an after-school performing arts class. It was here KRANIUM distinguished his talent with the coaching assistance of his tutors and teachers and he began to perform on stage to his peers to outstanding ovations.
He began to win countless street battles and was booked to open for an eclectic mix of stage shows and private parties stateside to include Gyptian, Serani, Jadakiss, I-Octane and Tarrus Riley. In 2011 he was
awarded the ‘Artiste of the Year’, in Queens, NY for his outstanding achievement as a newcomer.
KRANIUM was officially launched in 2013 and has been working hard to build a catalogue of hard-edged music to capture hearts and add to his solid fan-base.
He is confident and ready to let the world know the real KRANIUM. Banging tracks such as ‘Different Love’, ‘This Morning’ and ‘Nobody affi know’ will establish him among his musical peers. Songs such as ‘Happiest Man Alive’, ‘Love For You’, ‘Another Saturday Night’ and ‘Up and Away’ will undoubtedly set him apart.
Jonita Gandhi added to Sonu Nigam’s “Klose to my Soul” concert
Chennai Express title track singer Jonita Gandhi will be joining Sonu Nigam in his “Klose to my Soul” concert billed for the Guyana National Stadium on May 4.
Ghandi’s formal musical training started in Western Classical music and later in Indian classical singing during a trip to India. Jonita’s success as a singer is in part thanks to the video sharing site, YouTube. She has posted several covers of popular songs and her acoustic
versions of “Tum Hi Ho” and “Pani De Rang” got over two million hits. She recently entered the world of playback singing in Bollywood, teaming up with Vishal Shekhar for the title track from the film ‘Chennai Express’ starring Shahrukh Khan and Deepika Padukone. Jonita also did vocals for the upcoming film ‘Highway’ starring Student of the Year Alia Bhatt. This is not Jonita’s first concert tour with Sonu Nigam. She previously performed shows with
him in the United States of America, the United Kingdom and Russia.
Tickets for the Sonu Nigam concert titled “Klose to my Soul” billed for May 4 at the Guyana National Stadium are on sale at various locations across the country.
Ticket prices to see this iconic performer in concert are $1500 for standing tickets, $2500 for general seating and $6000 for VIP reserved numbered seating. A limited number of all-inclusive VVIP tickets are also available for $25,000.
Tickets are available at the Dharmic Kendra – Prashad Nagar, Greater Georgetown; Red Mango – Robb Street, Georgetown; Bhagwan’s – Water Street, Georgetown; Harinarain and Sons – Regent Street, Georgetown; E-Networks (all locations), M&M Snackette – East Bank Demerara (EBD); Murti Shop – West Coast Demerara and Spready’s Snackette – Berbice. For more information and ticket inquiries, please call 2276181 or 219-1900.
“Instaglam” party for Gravity this Saturday
Sean Major’s next exclusive party titled
“Instaglam” comes to you on Saturday, April 5, inside the Gravity Longue, Camp and Regent Streets, Georgetown.
The ultimate photo shoot
party is the ideal party for Instaglam lovers to be a part of as patrons will have the opportunity to be a part of the photo shoot.
The evening promises great music, great vibes and an eye
Guyana Times Entertainment
Top 10
Three weeks, three different number one songs on the Guyana Times Entertainment Top 10? Is it just us or are you guys voting for your favourite tracks? This week KRANIUM takes a hit to the cranium as he is dethroned by John Legend, which we must say is very deserving of the top spot on our charts.
Somebody knew, and he is now at number four. The fresh tracks on the charts this week are ‘Monster’ from Eminem featuring Rihanna and ‘Ashley’ by Big Sean featuring Miguel. Both tracks are coming in with fire but how far will that fire take them? Only your votes can count.
‘Drunk in Love’ keeps getting just about enough votes to keep it at number 10…will it move up next week or will it be in the shadows?
Remember, persons can vote up to 10 times per track and can text the name of their favourite track to 592-654-7804 or 592-687–8893 to vote.
The voting process will conclude each Thursday at 15:00h, so make sure you get your votes in before that time.
John Legend – All of Me
American Authors – Best day of my life
Kranium – Nobody haffi
catching photo shoot so everyone is asked to ‘dress to impress’. The party will feature guest DJ Marcus Williams from the twin island republic of Trinidad and Tobago and guest photographer from Toronto, Canada, Bruce “B”.
There will also be Boom FM’s DJ Energy, Countri Boi and Blax Bee, resident photographer Director Kenny and the host himself, Sean Major.
During the night, 50 photos will be selected and posted to Sean Major’s instagram page @ iamseanmajor immediately after the party.
There will also be the selection of a top 20, then top 10 followed. The top three ladies with most likes on Sean Major’s instaglam page will win fabulous prizes including Spa treatments, mobile phones, cash and gift baskets.
There will also be Corona bucket specials which will see six for $2800. Tickets for the event cost $2000 and will be available at Electronics City, Sheriff Street, Georgetown.
Instaglam party is sponsored by Corona Beer, Electronics City and Euphoria Beauty Salon and is promoted by Sean Major Entertainment.
Pulse’s CEO to grace the next GEM Magazine cover
Pulse Entertainment’s Chief Executive Officer, Robbie Singh along with his newborn son Aryan, will grace the cover of the next edition of GEM Magazine.
In an exclusive question and answer segment (Q&A) and pictures seen only in GEM, Singh, who is celebrating fatherhood for the first time discussed his experiences so far and some of the plans he has for his many business ventures.
Singh heads one of the most popular entertainment/promotion companies in Guyana. His company is responsible for bringing international artistes like Machel Montano, Peter Ram, Patrice Roberts, and
signature events Cooler Fete, Construction Party, Summer Fete and numerous other concept parties to Guyanese. Singh also manages the Image Marketing, Millennium Reality, Movietown DVD Club and Arcadia – a video games store.
The April/May issue will also reveal the 10 finalists in the magazine’s 10-year anniversary Cutest Baby Contest for newborns to 18-monthold babies. The contest was a collaborative effort between GEM, ANSA McAL Limited, Geddes Grant and Distributors Services Limited under their Pampers, Huggies and Johnson baby brands respectively.
ENine to vie for Miss Bartica Regatta 2014 title
aster Sunday, the thrills and spills can be witnessed when the masses gather to see power boats in action competitively in the day while the highly anticipated Miss Bartica Regatta Pageant is slated for 20:00h at the Bartica Community
Centre ground. Nine delegates have made the shortlist to compete for the crown and the prizes that go with whoever is crowned queen for 2014. Faydeha King is the reigning queen who will be passing on the tiara.
Those competing for the title are Mofena George, Candacey Williams, Kenola Glasgow, Prudence Beckles, Trecia Ferrier, Tenessa Williams, Fiona Maughn, Rebacca Sattaur and Fanta Schwartz.
The competition for the pageant
gets underway the evening of the sashing ceremony which is slated for April 6 at the Bartica Regatta Pavilion with the costume extravaganza. Then on April 14 the delegates will battle on live television for the essay competition.
Meet the delegates
Name: Fiona
Age: 19 Platform: Women in mining Hobbies: Interacting with friends, reading, dancing
The score will be added to the night of the competition which will see nine delegates competing in talent, swimsuit and evening gown segments, along with the intelligence segment.
Name: Rebecca
21
Platform: Promoting healthy life style practices
Hobbies: Modelling, cooking, spending time with family and friends
Age: 17
Platform: Proper disposal of garbage
Hobbies: Swimming, cooking and modelling
The sashing date is fixed for April 6 in Bartica and patrons can enjoy the event by paying only $2000 to enter.
The action continues on Easter Monday with another day of power boat racing which will be followed by a regatta washdown at the Golden beach resort. Admission to the power boat racing is $1000 for adults and $500 for children.
On Monday too, a children’s fun day is slated for the Bartica Community Centre ground and child related characters such as Dora the Explorer and Diego will be in attendance. And while over the years only the adults were the focus on stage, the children will have a chance to shine on stage as a fashion show is carded to showcase a fun children’s party line of clothing.
Name: Mofena George Age: 17 Platform: War on human sex trafficking Hobbies: Dancing, cooking and bird watching
Name: Candacey Williams Age: 20 Platform: Bettering solid waste management Hobbies: Cooking, swimming, touring
Name: Kenola Glasgow Age: 23 Platform: Prevention of sexual child abuse Hobbies: Singing, dancing, reading
Name: Prudence Beckles Age: 21 Platform: Prevention of underage drinking Hobbies: Photography, meeting people
Name: Trecia Ferrier Age: 19 Platform: Preserving our cultural heritage Hobbies: Reading, swimming and interacting with friends
Name: Tenessa Williams Age: 20 Platform: Women empowerment Hobbies: Reading, cycling, playing steel pan
Maung
Sattaur Age:
Name: Fanta Schwartz
Aish returns, to romance Nagarjuna, Mahesh Babu in a new film
Former beauty queen Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s return to the big screen is a much talked about story in Bollywood these days, reports Times of India.
Since the birth of her daughter Aaradhya in 2011, Aishwarya has been a devoted mom, making few public appearances and shoots. However, it seems the actress has decided that it’s time to get back to what she does best – acting.
After much speculation, it’s finally been confirmed that Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will be making a comeback in Mani Ratnam’s next opposite Telugu superstars Mahesh Babu and Nagarjuna. Kamal Haasan’s talented daughter Shruti will be playing the second lead in the movie.
In a recent interview to a regional channel, Mani Ratnam’s wife, Suhasini confirmed that the film’s shooting would commence from June this year.
The film will reportedly be a spy thriller on the lines of Hollywood’s “Bourne Identity” and “Mission Impossible”. Reports are that the untitled film will be made as a TamilTelugu bi-lingual.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has earlier worked with Mani Ratnam in the past for movies like “Guru”, “Raavan” and “Iruvar”. (Santabanta.com)
Manisha
unveils 7th anniversary cover of Prevention
Bollywood actress and cancer survivor Manisha Koirala on Thursday unveiled the 7th anniversary cover of health magazine Prevention.
The 43-year-old star of films like “Saudagar(1991)”, “Bombay” and “Dil Se” who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in late 2012, successfully battled the disease and says that she now values life much more.
“Now I value my time much more and try to do things that are true to my spirit and soul,” Manisha told reporters at the event.
She added that while going through treatment in New York, she got ample
support from her family and added: “My mother, my dad and brother were always with me.”
She now plans to become a crusader for cancer awareness by setting up an NGO that will work for cancer prevention. She is also penning a book on how she conquered the fear and fatigue of the disease.
She said: “I don’t want to reveal my plans but in two years span, I would like to do something for people who don’t have the access (to medical facilities).”
“Happy” with her current regime, she said: “I eat right, go for yoga, and writing a book. These things are keeping me busy.” (India-forums.com)
Jalal says to Jodha, “I started loving you and I was seeing light in my life, but you made that light impure with your characterless nature, I don’t want to see your face, go from here till tomorrow morning,” Jodha is stunned. (Desi-tashan.com)
Pari asks Pia not to take Aman’s name as she hates him and does not want to find or meet him. Savita says she did not go to Chawl for 20 years and is missing Chawl. She informs about the timeslot change from April 15 to 18.30h. (Tellyupdates.com)
Avni was dressed up heavily. Bhawna asks how she looked. Sanvri says she looks great and asks Arpita if she didn’t like her. Arpita says the jewel-
lery and the dress are too heavy. Sanvri says that this shows the girl belongs to a big family. Arpita says that Avni is undoubtedly from a big family, whats the need to show it off? Sanvri irritatingly says that she should not teach her at least. Should they get Avni’s photo like the one she had sent for her proposal? Arpita is speechless. (Tellyupdates.com)
KT was adjusting the necklace of Rachna when Bau Ji arrives and sees them together. She also looks at him. (Tellyupdates.com)
Hema Malini
Actress Hema Malini promises to clean the Yamuna River if she is elected from the Mathura constituency.
He has been preparing for his dream debut for almost three years now. Finally, the time has come when he will be seen on the big screen. Jackie Shroff’s son Tiger Shroff is all set for “Heropanti”. Here is the first official teaser poster of the film. While the first look launch is planned for today, let’s discuss the teaser poster that hardly shows Tiger’s face. Well, we understand that it’s to build up the hype and whet our curi-
osity, but do the makers succeed in it? Yes! The poster’s main focus is on Tiger Shroff’s build. The hot hunk surely knows that the way to the fan’s hearts is through a good bod. So, here he is flaunting his ripped muscles, biceps and abs on the poster which is as stylish as it is eye-catching. The boy is well-trained in various forms of martial arts, and is a fitness freak to boot. Since Tiger is a hero for onscreen “Heropanti”, the bike, the rugged look and that fedora hat suits him to a ‘T’.
The movie is a remake of his father’s hit 80s’ flick “Hero”. But it’s not just a rip-off; it’s a contemporary tale laced with Bollywood tadka. Tiger Shroff’s heroine in the movie is Kriti Sanon.
The actress is a model who made her debut with a Telugu film.
Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, “Heropanti” is co-produced by UTV Motion Pictures, releasing on May 23. Sabbir Khan is the director of the movie. (apunkachoice.com)
Bollywood actress and BJP candidate Hema Malini on Thursday filed her nomination papers from the Mathura Lok Sabha constituency, and said she would clean up the Yamuna River and make the region with its many temples a model of development.
Hema Malini is pitted against Jayant Choudhary, the incumbent Rashtriya Lok Dal MP, Chandan Singh of the Samajwadi Party and Yogesh Dwivedi of the Bahujan Samaj Party.
The Aam Aadmi Party’s
Anuj Garg is also in the fray. Bharatiya Janata Party leader Mukesh Keshav said she filed two sets of papers. BJP sources said the party’s prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi is likely to address a meeting in Mathura to mobilise support for Hema Malini after April 10. Mathura goes to the polls April 24.
Hema Malini, a Vaishanavite, has been a frequent visitor to Mathura and Vrindavan.
She told the media she wants to clean up the Yamuna and make the Braj region with its numerous Radha Krishna shrines a model of development. (apunkachoice.com)
Miss Fantastic 2014 Pageant
The last edition of the Guyana Times Entertainment featured three of the delegates in the upcoming Miss Fantastic Pageant which is slated for April 11 hence this week we will feature the final three delegates.
The pageant is slated for the Mackenzie Sports Club ground, Linden.
The queen will be selected based on a number of judging criteria such as personality, poise and the ability to converse. In the first segment, there will be a photo shoot where the delegates will be asked to create attire with recycled materials.
In addition, each contestant will have five minutes with the judges where they will be asked impromptu questions, more so they will then be asked to display a uniform that represents a sport of their interest.
The six delegates will also participate in the talent segment, professional attire and the evening gown competition. The evening will end with the question and answer segment.
Thirty-one-year-old Barbados based Guyanese; Glenn Evans Collymore is now eying several titles including the Mr Barbados, Mr Guyana, CAC champion and ultimately Mr Universe in the years to come.
Another one of his dreams is to get more young men to channel their energies positively into healthy living.
Barbados-based Guyanese Glenn Collymore eyes Mr Universe title
He is optimistic in promoting a schoolboy competition in Guyana to get the young men more interested in sport and thinks that these events should be more lucrative, as it is in Barbados, but is sure that he will make a difference.
More so, his hope one day is to be involved in sport
on the local shores despite him living in Barbados. His coach is working towards having him make the Barbados National team.
However, when it comes to fashion, he prefers a pair of extremely baggy jeans over the leg hugging fad of current day.
Formerly of East Ruimveldt, Georgetown, he
at 205 pounds but there is not much fat in that body and neither is there any illegal substance either. He actually admits that he fell into bodybuilding and weight training by chance when one of his friends went away and left his home gym for him to take care of.
Initially, he thought that getting fit was hard but after a while he got the hang of it and subsequently joined a gym and started to read books and looking at Arnold Schwarzenegger and the world class/rated bodybuilders while in Guyana. His motivation to compete came from friends in Barbados who saw his body getting bigger and better. He later fell ill and his doctor recommended bed rest for two months, shattering his dreams since he could not do any major gym work for two years but this made him more determined to become a bodybuilder/weights lifter.
All set for KI at Club Next this Saturday
Reigning International Chutney/Soca Monarch, Kris Persad is expected to arrive this morning in Guyana and will definitely take some rest before getting into the party vibes and getting himself prepared for his first official performance in Club Next on Saturday evening.
The party animal is known for his energetic performance and will not let his fans down, who are expected to flood the club on Saturday evening.
The event is planned as part of the club’s ongoing entertainment
drive which gives more choices to partyholics on weekends.
All in all, with his new tunes, such as “Runaway” and “Professor Feter” he is bound to satisfy his fans to the maximum. A few weeks ago, six-time Chutney King Rikki Jai had the facility rocking as he performed for the first time.
Tickets for the event cost $2500 but more will be charged at the gate. There will also be limited VIP tickets. Tickets are available at Club Next and at the Princess Hotel front desk.
frequented Upscale Guyana Restaurant for the poetry night experiences but several years ago, he made the ‘island in the sun’ his home and at present, his domicile is Simpson Lane, Saint Michael, Barbados.
There, he’s on the daily grind as a forklift/tractor operator, yet most would label him shy. He loves writing and could be found singing on Youtube with the ‘Dollar Stain’ group. But one should not be fooled by his mostly quiet, unassuming demeanour.
Peel away the baggy pants, his choice of Timberland boots and a large jersey and there lies his secret weapon. He is a chiselled statuesque, built of bulging biceps, triceps and quadriceps defined by tributaries in every direction like a human machine with arms measuring 19 inches in width.
Standing at 175cm with mostly braided hair, he’s currently tipping the scale
After a while, he started to train again but the pain intensified, forcing him to come off from the sport for another six months. His determination grew yet again and he took up the weights and has persevered two years and counting.
He’s now in training to compete against the best of Barbados’ strong men in Novices competition which he plans to win on April 26. Working outdoors in the blistering sun, sometimes he would take off the top of his work suit which would most times attract discussions about his physique. Reluctantly he admits that he becomes the unwanted centre of attention for the ladies and the envy of some guys.
“I don’t think much of my body as yet but the ladies would literally stop and stare and then the compliments would follow…” He says “when it comes to my body, I’m nowhere close to where I need to be…I’m a work in progress.”
His favourite pet is the pit bull dog and at one time he owned six. The rest regarding him and music is still unwritten.
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