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Dream big and train well: Alan Kapoor
Hailing from the city of Taj Mahal, actor Alan Kapoor feels that how much ever one plans life takes its own course and you’ll end up exactly where you’re suppose to be.
“I remember I had come down to Mumbai for my summer training after completing mechanical engineering. I was putting up with a cousin who was interested in acting and was regularly auditioning for some project or the other. He just took me along one day and in fun I too auditioned for a few commercials and actually got selected. Then I realised ‘Arre yeh mazak toh serious ho gya!’ When I called my parents they were like are you sure this is what you want to do and I was like I want to give it a try,” said the UPite over the phone.
Alan who has been part of films like ‘Rama Rama Kya hai yeh Drama,’ ‘Singh Saab the Great,’ shows such as ‘Palampur Express,’ ‘Diya Aur Baati Hum’ and ‘Sasural Simar Ka’, is currently essaying the
Ruchika Garg
Unlock 3.0 has certainly brought more shoppers back on the streets. Yet, as denizens venture out to shop for their favourite outfits, most are taking more precautions than necessary, and are opting for boutiques and tailors, over retail outlets and showrooms.
“I always preferred to buy readymade dresses. But, in these corona times, I have become skeptical and there are various reasons. First is that others would have tried the same dress, and it could have been touched, handled by various people. So, when there came up a wedding to attend, I got all my dresses stitched,” says Sakshi Goyal from Faridabad.
Indeed dealing with a festive rush, boutiques, too, are operating with all safety precautions in place. “Since parallel lead role in a TV daily.
“I’m the newest addition in the show ‘Pyar Ki Luka Chuppi.’ I play the role of a businessman, Angad, who is a loving son, a guy who has head over his shoulders and cares for relationships in life. At present I am happy to be part of the show that has already crossed hundred episode milestone. Also I am waiting for more good projects coming my way once things are in control.”
Talking about how different it is to shoot in the current scenario, Alan admits that initially he was scared to start shooting for the show amid coronavirus crisis.
“It is a totally different situation now. Social distancing has brought us mere ‘hi’, ‘hello’ and ‘namaste’ that too from one hand distance. During break time, the entire crew used to eat together, but now, we have quiet lonely lunches. As for me, I eat in my makeup room. There are only a handful of people on the sets now. One person has to take multiple responsibilities, we reopened, the number of orders have increased while the footfall of clientele has decreased. Hardly any customer prefers to visit the store as most are in touch with me on WhatsApp,” says Meenu, who runs a boutique in Faridabad. She also informs that all ‘karigars’ at her store strictly wear masks and keep their equipments sanitised. “Even carry bags undergo sanitisation, before being handed over to the customers,” she adds.
Many clients are even using video calling apps to check for latest designs and patterns, before ordering. Kavita Gupta, owner of a Delhi-based boutique says, “People are ordering dresses through video conferencing and other virtual mediums. We show them the trending patterns and designs and they book it on the call.”
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Lucky Number: 6 Lucky Colour: Rosy Brown
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Lucky Number: 11 Lucky Colour: Orange
LEO
Good budgeting and judicious spending will find you saving much. A new job is on the horizon. Daily fitness routine will help you retain good health. A family gathering will allow you to meet relatives you have not met in years. A property matter is likely to get resolved amicably. You may achieve something difficult on the academic front, through sheer determination. You may undertake a journey on somebody’s behalf. Love Focus: Someone you are interested in will give a positive response on the romantic front.
Lucky Number: 1 Lucky Colour: Light Brown unlike earlier times when we had multiple people around. It’s sad that many people have lost work, I wish all gets well soon.”
Alan believes to dream big and train well. “When I joined the industry I tried hand in ads and got a film too but soon I realised that I need to work on myself and also train to sharpen my acting skills. So, I took a break and I worked on my personality. I also joined theatre and acting workshops. This did provide me the right balance that’s why I ask all youngsters coming from any small town to dream big yet brush up your skills because like all other professions here too you need to train yourself
first,” he said.
Akshay Kaushal
Remember the middleparted poker straight hairstyle, called curtain hair, sported by actors Tom Cruise and Leonardo DiCaprio in the ’90s? The year 2020 has seen its resurgence, with
actors and
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Lucky Number: 11 Lucky Colour: Cream
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Lucky Number: 15 Lucky Colour: Turquoise
VIRGO
(AUG 24 - SEPT 23)
Money comes to you in a steady stream. You are likely to make the right impression on those who matter on the professional or academic front. You are ready to take on the world as you feel energetic! You will be able to secure the rights of a property in your name. Extra coaching may prove a boon for some on the academic front. Some of you will succeed in kicking a bad habit.
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Lucky Number: 4 Lucky Colour: Electric Blue
K-pop stars bringing it back in trend. However, this time, it is not just for those with straight hair but also being flaunted by celebs with wavy locks.
“Curtain hairstyle has caught everyone’s attention again because a lot of K-pop stars are rocking it, and they have huge
popularity around the world. Also, a lot of campaign shoots done by international and Indian designers have models sporting this look, thereby making it hit,” says stylist Vikram Seth.
But does this hairstyle suit everyone? No, say experts. It looks more flattering on men with a diamond or squareshaped face.
A word of caution from celebrity hairstylist Rod Anker: “The problem with this type of haircuts is that whilst you think it covers the hairline, it actually draws attention to it.”
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Love Focus: Mulling over too many imponderables may dampen your will to romance!
Lucky Number: 9 Lucky Colour: Dark Red
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Lucky Number: 2 Lucky Colour: White
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Lucky Number: 8 Lucky Colour: Deep Red
AQUARIUS (JAN 22 - FEB 19)
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Love Focus: Mutual attraction will bring you closer to someone. Lucky Number: 22 Lucky Colour: Orange
Money will not pose any problem as you tap several sources for the same. Several opportunities await you on the professional front. Current line of treatment is likely to do wonders for those ailing for long. Travelling bug is likely to bite some. It may become possible to buy a property now. Keeping cordial relations with those who matter will be the key to success on the academic front. Love Focus: Total bliss is foretold on the romantic front as you cement your relationship with lover ever so strongly.
Lucky Number: 4 Lucky Colour: Peach
SCORPIO (OCT 24 - NOV 22)
Chance to add to your skill is likely to materialise on the professional front. You may resent having to spend on something that was not catered for initially. Freedom from health problems is certain for those getting treatment. Children are likely to make the day exciting. A new mode of conveyance is set to ease your commuting problems. You will find excellent avenues opening up for owning property. Taking initiative on the academic front is likely to endear you to those who matter. Love Focus: Lover will leave no stone unturned to rev up the love life. Lucky Number: 5 Lucky Colour: Dark Green
PISCES (FEB 20 - MAR 20)