शुक्रवार, 27 जुलाई 2018

Kareena Kapoor Khan to travel to small towns as UNICEF's Goodwill Ambassador


Kareena Kapoor Khan broke stereotypes and proudly flaunted her baby bump as an expecting mother. She also shared her inputs on motherhood as part of nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar's book Pregnancy Notes : Before, During and After.

As UNICEF's Goodwill Ambassador , the star will now travel to small towns to spread awareness about good health and nutrition among expecting mothers and children.

Says a source, " Recent statistics have shown that majority women in the interiors do not know the basic do's and don't s during and post pregnancy . Lack of knowledge on the subject has also had fatalistic consequences for both the baby and the mother. Kareena will travel to small towns in the interiors of India to talk about the safety measures that mothers should take in the first six months post pregnancy. She will also speak about proper nutrition and healthy diets they should follow".

When contacted said Kareena, " It is possible to keep more babies alive and healthy. The government is doing everything it can to ensure adequate service delivery. However, it’s not only about the administration doing its bit but also about civil society taking relevant and collective action".

Richa Chadha's first look as Shakeela in the upcoming biopic


Richa Chadha has been roped in to play the titular role of Shakeela in the Shakeela Biopic directed by Indrajit Lankesh. The film will delve into the life of superstar Shakeela who ruled the Southern film industry for over 2 decades.

The actress has begun shooting for the film in a small town in Karnataka called Tirthahalli. Dressed in a traditional Kerala saree called Kasavu Pattu, check out Richa Chadha's first look as Shakeela.

When asked about the first look, the actress said, "The challenge for the look of the film but also a good one is that the story traces the journey of shakeelas younger days to her becoming a popular figure. Thus the looks span over years and years and with each passing time her look changed and thus to show that is challenging but also for me as an actor its gratifying that I get to grow with the real character on celluloid. Shakeela is still a legend and we wish to do complete justice to her when the film is ready."

Girl In The City- Chapter 3 kicks off with 10+ Million views


Bindass Originals’ Girl In The City Chapter 3, powered by Everyuth Naturals, has been receiving all the love and accolades from fans. The show, which premiered on 13th July across all Bindass Originals’ platforms, has already crossed the esteemed 10 million views mark on social media – with just a couple of weeks  into the show. 

Girl In The City is a series where we see Meera pursue her dreams of making it big in the city. In Chapter 3, however, things are different and Meera is different! She no longer is the ‘new’ girl in the city craving to get a shot at her dream job. This time around, she decides to take her destiny in her hands as she is now an entrepreneur and start her own design studio. And like always, her family and friends are standing strong by her side to help her kick-start her own brand. 

“At bindass, we believe in narrating stories that reflect the lives, relationships, dreams and aspirations, of today’s youth. Meera’s journey in Girl in the City is a truly relatable story that has found a special place in the hearts of our young fans, and we appreciate the incredible response to the latest season”, said Devika Prabhu, Executive Director and Head – Product, Media Networks, Disney India. 

Girl In The City Chapter 3 features the return of Mithila Palkar, Rajat Barmecha and Swati Vatssa in their beloved roles. Bindass releases a new episode of the series, every Friday at 7 pm across all Bindass platforms.

Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt turns brand ambassador for Astrobuddy


One of the best filmmakers of the Indian film industry, Vikram Bhatt who is synonymous with making thrillers and horror movies, is all set to add one more feather to his cap! He recently became the brand ambassador for an astrology app – Astrobuddy, which is founded by Mr Bhupesh Sharma with a vision to make genuine astrology available to every household on the globe in its truest and most logical form.

About Astrobuddy:

Astrobuddy is a brand of Nyassa AstroCorp and is a content and service provider for Astrology powering digital and voice astrology products globally . With over 30 million customers they understand diverse audience sets and content consumption preferences. The app is world’s first Astrology application that facilitates live text chat for the users to seek advice from AstroBuddies . Apart from the App , AstroBuddy also provides detailed astrology reports on its website www.astrobuddy.guru. It also provides live voice chat through its short code 51717 and voice alerts to mobile subscribers nationally. It is a unique service where focus is more on counselling and scientific analysis of birth charts. No religious overtures or age old superstitions are involved in this service.Very soon the live voice service will be also be launched for customers in USA , Canada and UK.

The objective of setting up AstroBuddy is to dispel the way astrology has been misinterpreted and showcased over and over again.

‘’We defy myths as our intention is not to instil fear but share what people’s birth charts indicate. We work on people’s strengths and potential, with the objective of turnings their fears into smiles,” says Bhupesh Sharma.

Astrobuddy is available in Android and iOS.

Nora Fatehi's Travelogue: How to fall in love with Paris in 5 days


A city in the world that needs no introduction; Paris! Lovers come here to fall more in love, families come here to learn about the history, tourists and travellers come here to bask in what is known as the ‘Parisian culture’; each person comes to Paris with expectations and more times than not, they leave quite satiated.

I was on a quick trip to Paris last week and thought I would tell you a few things to not miss for sure if you’re on a short visit to the city of love, cheese, wine and more.

Paris will always have something new for you each time you go. But a few things remain constant like the Louvre, the Sacred Heart and the Eiffel Tower of course. These three need to be seen because they tell a story of a different time. But what I want to write about isn't just what one would see but how one can take in this city with open arms and let the city become part of you too. Here is how you should see Paris to fall head over heels in love with it in 5days.

Here is my list of things you should do to feel like a total Parisian.

1.       Find the little café and bistros on the street corner: As a traveller the first thing on my mind is to try the local food, I love experimenting with dishes and enjoy trying out what the locals have to offer. There are so many restaurants that these websites talk about but the best and the biggest surprised are the little bistros and cafés all over the place. One might struggle a little with French but don’t let that get you down. French food is diverse and has something for everyone, find what interests you and devour it. My favourite is Steak Frites and delicious buttered fish with Radish, an unlikely combination but as delicious as it gets. I love the Bistro 25 right on the Champs Élysées Avenue for its location, food and ambience.

2.       Do the touristy things but in a different way: Don’t just go to see the Eiffel Tower. Relax on the Champ De Mars, find yourself a quick bite, walk to the lush gardens around the Eiffel and take in the beauty of this massive structure. Yes, I understand there is a lot to see and do in five days, but the point of a holiday is to relax, what better way than on the grass, watching a huge monument, with the River Seine nearby, nothing gets better.

3.       Desserts Desserts Desserts: I have a sweet tooth the size of India. And even though I can’t cheat and indulge always in desserts, when in Paris, there are no rules. Try the pain au chocolate, my quick easy fix between meals. It is basically a puff pastry stuffed with chocolate and is delicious with some coffee or hot chocolate. Don’t miss the lemon tart, the éclairs, these delicious chocolate and pistachio rolls (They call them escargots too), stand in line and have a Financier, it is an almond tea cake and trust me, they are AMAZING. Go and find nice gelato and ice cream places, don’t miss the macarons and crepes, lots of places online where they suggest getting them, I think you should try them all and decide for yourself. Also, try these amazing little desserts called Profiteroles; you will not be able to eat just one. Paris is the best place to indulge your sweet tooth and you definitely should.

4.       Moulin Rouge:  I am sure you would've spent the whole day seeing the Louvre, it does take the whole day so don't skimp out on it. But once done there are two night shows one cannot miss. The Moulin Rouge is the original cabaret of Paris; it is where the Can Can dance form originated. It is scintillating and unforgettable and as someone who loves dance and is a dancer myself, I was mesmerized by the talent and the production. Go to the one near Montmartre, Blanche station. That is the best show there is. If you can't get tickets to Moulin Rouge, try and catch a show of the Cirque Du Soleil.

5.       Shopping: I am a typical tourist when it comes to one thing and that is shopping. Vacations are taken only to shop and I truly believe there is no harm in spending on yourself after working hard the whole year. Paris, like Japan gives you a lot of tax back on your shopping. So buy the brands you've been meaning to buy and get some money back in the process. Don't forget to ask before if they are a tax saving shop.

Also, I’d like to say to first time travellers, Paris is beautiful but there are parts of it that are unsafe, please please please take care of your belongings, I have been pick pocketed in this city once and I almost swore never to come back but I did. If you want to have a good holiday, stay safe.

Paris makes you feel rich in culture, style, and class and poor that you don't stay in the city always. It has a beautiful mix of old and new whether that is trends, architecture or people. But I would suggest you go to this city, especially if doing a small trip, with no expectations at all. Let the city do what it does best; take you in and make you fall in love. Which is why when a tourist leaves they always say, “Paris, je t’aime!”

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