Huma Qureshi's drying clothes video landed her a role in Gurinder Chadha's film

Jul 092017

Huma Qureshi

As part of her audition for Gurinder Chadha’s film, Partition 1947, Huma Qureshi had to enact a scene of drying clothes. Huma made a video and sent it across to the filmmaker in London. Just one glimpse of Huma was enough for Chadha to cast her in the film.

Those who thought drying clothes was a mundane task, better know that it may sometimes also land you a film.

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What Do These Zodiac Signs Say About Your Girlfriend?

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Jul 052017

Ever since the dawn of mankind, men have tried seeking various means to understand women and their brain – That’s where astrology comes in. Albeit, Zodiac signs aren’t the most accurate way to determine someone’s personality, yet wouldn’t it be better to at least have a rough idea about someone before you have invested way too much time in them?

So here’s the type of girlfriend you will find under every Zodia sign :-

1. Aries

(March 21st to April 19th)

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Aries women are known for their strong, dominant and upbeat personality. A fearless and natural leader, an Aries woman is charismatic, energetic, and dynamic. The first thing about dating an Aries woman that you will notice perhaps is that no three evenings with her will pass in the same manner. This is because Aries are constantly in search for new things to do and love to immerse themselves in action. Cancer, Aquarius and Pisces are often the most compatible and best long-term matches.

2. Taurus

(April 20th to May 21st)

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They’re hard to please, for sure. In the beginning of a relationship she will carefully examine her partner to see if they are worthy of her feelings. If a Taurus woman commits to you, then rest assured she is in it for the long haul. If a Taurus does not see a future, or think you are compatible, she will not waste of second of either of your time. A Tip – They appreciate the full spectrum when it comes to sex. Don’t take them to your depressing barren room with a lone mattress and clothes scattered about the floor if you’re trying to seduce them. Think out of the box!

3. Gemini

(May 22nd to June 21st)

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They’re incredibly passionate! Although Gemini is not such an emotional sign, she is a woman first, and she will have deep emotions although she might approach them superficially. Because of their widely varying interests and ability to carry many conversations at one time, they cannot help but radiate attractiveness. Curious about almost everything, they are very good listeners and make for great conversation. If you have compatible views on art or politics, expect to be entertained for hours as your Gemini dazzles you with their smart views on shifting topics.

4. Cancer

(June 22nd to July 22nd)

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She is the loving and supportive girlfriend. If she runs into a partner that doesn’t feel the way she does, she could easily get hurt because of her need to give everything she can to the person she loves, with no regard of her own satisfaction. They love feeling needed and actually crave the sensation. They are extremely dependable. They’re vehemently protective and fiercely loyal, especially when it comes to close friends and family. When relationships go wrong, Cancer women retreat into their shell to lick their wounds, and it can take a long time before they feel confident enough to venture back out into the big, wide world.

5. Leo

(July 23rd to August 22nd)

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Just one word- Proud. Her love is warm and passionate, she will want to fight, make up, make love and be in someone’s embrace all they long, for as long as her personal liberty isn’t endangered. Most Leo women are not couch potatoes. They like parties, entertainment and outdoor activities. On the negative side, they can be quite egotistical, demanding, intolerant, domineering, lazy and stubborn. They can have very high self esteem and will be dissatisfied with performing any work which they feel is beneath them.

6. Virgo

(August 23rd to September 22nd)

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AVirgo girl is shy. If this happens outside of a relationship, she will probably be so shy that it will become impossible for her to start a relationship at all. Sometimes a Virgo woman can be harsh but it doesn`t mean that she wants to hurt you – she is just straightforward. Don`t take all she says personally. Traditionally, a Virgo woman tends to be most compatible with a Taurus and least compatible with a Pisces man.

7. Libra

(September 23rd to October 22nd)

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Libra girls tend to be your power-couple kind of girlfriend. When a Libra woman falls in love, she starts questioning her decision to be in love, as if it was possible to control. She has a deep understanding of the ways of the world, and her maturity is both an asset and a liability. Slow, sophisticated and seductive, she makes love both emotionally and physically, with an emphasis on quality over quantity.

8. Scorpio

(October 23rd to November 22nd)

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The good and kind girlfriend. She will show her love through actions that cannot be misleading and you will never see a Scorpio woman tease you if she doesn’t want to get involved. They are intuitive and have a way of reading people, which can be very annoying, until you realize just how useful it is to have someone so inside your head that her ability to guide you in the right direction is nearly fool-proof. Despite their reputation for being emotional and sensitive, Scorpio women have a special brand of tenacity, insight, drive, and charm that makes them some of the most powerful leaders, influencers, and trendsetters of their time.

9. Sagittarius

(November 23rd to December 21st)

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They are the funny-as-hell girlfriend. She seeks romance, excitement, and adventure and will not tolerate boredom or neediness in a partner. As a social butterfly, the fun and flirty Sagittarius woman is easy to talk to, and boy does she love to talk! Even though she can sometimes push her opinions on people she doesn’t even know, her intentions are good and her character positive, optimistic and strong. She will make you laugh, bring new meaning into your life and do everything she can to teach you how to be happier.

10. Capricorn

(December 22nd to January 20th)

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The old-fashioned girlfriend. Her sense of responsibility can be such a strong priority, that she won’t allow herself to take any risks, always choosing the safe thing to do and the safe partner to be with. The Capricorn woman is career-focused. It’s not just on the job either, she’s passionate about everything she does. By nature, they are born leaders and highly self-motivated. This is why you’ll often find Capricorns in supervisory or management positions (yes, at home and work).

11. Aquarius

(January 20th to February 18th)

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Highly intellectual. The unconscious fear of losing her personality to other people often makes her vulnerable to any sort of expectations and tries to turn her into something she is not. Connecting her thoughts to the sex act is vitally important (otherwise her mind quickly wanders off). Keep her brain and body turned on at the same time by telling her exactly what you want to do to her next as you make love. Passionate and understanding they have a love for exploring and experimenting with the unknown.

12. Pisces

(February 19th to March 20th)

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She’s your old-soul girlfriend. As soon as she feels love, she starts acting like a little child, certain that this partner could be The One. Stress and chaos are the last thing you can expect from a Pisces. They are as calm as a river in spring. Pisces-born individuals are friendly, affectionate, easy going and good natured. Although Pisceans are not leaders, they excel in guiding others as teachers and role models.

This Classical Twist Of Kaala Chashma By Kathak Dancers Is Absolute Magic

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Jun 252017

We can literally bet there is no one who hasn’t heard Baar Baar Dekho’s ‘Kaala Chasma’ on repeat mode. There is no one who hasn’t grooved their body to its peppy beat. And you don’t need to be a hardcore Bollywood fan to know the craze this song created. This Sidharth Malhotra and Katrina Kaif starrer song was an instant hit and topped the music charts for several weeks.

From the wedding feel, gorgeous clothes, vibrant feel to the spot on beats, cosmic energy, this track emanates everything that one needs to get into a party mood. For people who haven’t twirled on this item number, bro you are missing something really big!

This song has got various twists but this one is an absolute beauty to watch and listen. At present people are gaga over various covers of Despacito, but this classical Kathak twist to Kala Chasma is here to rule. The video feature three dancers swaying their bodies to Kala Chashma and the performance is so flawless that they will stun you with every step. The Punjabi lyrics with the tabla beats will totally amaze you.

If you don’t believe us then witness it with your own eyes.

Movie Review: Tubelight (2017)

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Jun 222017

4 out of 5 stars
Box Office: TBA

Tubelight-2017 In Tubelight, Salman is seen to be a simpleton (yet again after Bajrangi..) and is a happy-go-lucky guy, who is close to his brother Bharat (Sohail Khan). His world sort of falls apart when Sohail, as part of the Army, has to go away, and doesn’t return.

Laxman (Salman), called Tubelight lovingly by the kids in his neighborhood, vows to find his brother under any cost. What we see over the film, will be his journey — good, bad and ugly.

The first thing to hit you as you watch the first few moments of Tubelight is how the atmosphere of the film is that of happiness.

The film begins with lovely music, and a look into Laxman’s life. We are told why he is called Tubelight. Let me tell you at the onset that this introduction is nothing like we’ve seen in Salman’s earlier films. The whole vibe is different. It’s like a crash course on Laxman’s childhood, and the innocence continues.

We are immediately thrown into the camaraderie shared between Laxman and Bharat (Sohail Khan). This is possibly a basis being established for the departure we are going to see soon (Bharat will join the army).

They’ve been thick from the very beginning, and we are shown how Laxman has been a source of strength for Bharat. They have been each other’s constants since they lost their parents at a young age. They are raised by an uncle (Om Puri) but both have helped each other grow, and overcome bullying as kids — this is all portrayed through a song montage, Naach Meri Jaan.

You can tell they’re both extremely co-dependent, and life is all fun and games, until the Army comes around for a recruitment drive.

This is when the tone changes, but the brothers’ love doesn’t dampen. When Bharat gets chosen for the army, the gravity of the situation hits them. Bharat keeps up a farce of being happy and even does their favourite dance step to cheer him up. You can seen the sadness in Salman’s eyes though.

It is important to note that for someone who is as bulky and toned up like Salman, it takes some time for us to get used to him playing a role of someone who is considered slow, childlike and emotional.

Sohail’s screen time is restricted to the first few scenes. We now see a lot of Laxman grieving about his brother leaving, while we are also shown Bharat at war, where his regiment catches fire.

It’s all about Laxman. Even for someone who doesn’t watch Bollywood, it is easy to notice that this is a kind of character that Salman has never played before. He is not playing a macho, heroic role (what he is known for). In Tubelight, he plays a very vulnerable role and it is refreshing.

When Matin Rey Tangu’s character is introduced in the film, Laxman has a mental block against him (because his brother has gone for the war against China. Tubelight is set against the 1962 Indo-China war). He almost creates a havoc because of his prejudice, but his uncle (played by Om Puri) stops him from making a further fool of himself. Later he finds out Matin’s character is not Chinese.

This is actually a very interesting scene, because Salman’s prejudice is similar to what most Indians have towards our Northeastern friends. The scene with Om Puri and Salman gives an insight into how we as the audience also should open our mind.

It also helps that Matin is adorable. He almost steals the show everytime he is on screen.

Halfway through the film and it is evident that Salman Khan is at the centre of Tubelight. Care to detail can be seen. Salman sports the same clothes more or less through the film, and Om Puri has been cast to perfection as a wise, old uncle.

A note about the visual effects: it’s unlike what we’ve seen in Bollywood so far. The way the shots have been framed and conceptualised is interesting to see.

Laxman’s point of view changes in the second half of the film. He is now made to believe, “fear is our enemy, and to face our enemy is the biggest challenge.” Without giving much of the plot away, while Sohail’s fate is still tied to the war, the next few scenes show Salman’s character to be more proactive in getting to his brother.

There’s a heart-warming speech about futility of war that Laxman helms, where he talks about how he wishes all this violence stops.

Through this backdrop, we find out more about Matin and chinese actress Zhu Zhu’s characters. They both have lost someone in the same war, and hence establish a bond with Laxman. Zhu Zhu is refreshing to see on screen. She keeps wishing for the war to end so her father can return (if he’s alive).

The one constant of the film is Laxman’s ability to have faith: that everything will be alright, and his brother will return. And guess who makes that happen? Shah Rukh Khan. The famous scene itself was a tad underwhelming, but SRK’s act brings Laxman a much needed boost of confidence.

If you’re wondering how it ties up in the end, there’s a major plot twist that brings everything together. It takes you on an emotional roller coaster ride. You expect such an emotional film to have a bittersweet ending, one that hammers home the point. But Tubelight does succumb to a cliched ending, pandering to the good old feel good factor.

Tubelight does have a great message: hope pulls us through in any situation we may find ourselves in. A worthwhile watch.

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Eid Gifts for your wife

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Jul 112015

Looking for an Eid gift for your wife? Choices abound. As the month of Ramadan starts, many of us ponder this question when considering to buy Eid gifts for our wives. Sometimes you can just go to the neighboring mall and get one of the usuals but I think once in a while, it is better to step back and see if there are other options. Started doing some research and found a small online store KhyberBazaar.com . Some of their products make perfect gifts. Even though they primarily sell Pakistani clothing / apparel, many of their products make excellent gift choices for your wife from any culture. On top of that, their prices are very reasonable. Sometimes every one should buy items from other cultures – breaks the monotony and brings something new and unusual into our lives.

Here is what I think make great Eid gifts for your wife.

Pashmina Shawl with floral patterns:

Soft and bright with beautiful patterns – available in multiple colors. Makes a great eid gift for your wife or even otherwise. Who wouldn’t want to own a Pashmina shawl or two or three.