Birthday surprise for papa
It was Sunny Deol's birthday recently and apparently, the person who was most determined to make this a special day for him was his son, Karan. The doting boy gave his father a lovely surprise on the...
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Gathering of the film fraternity
The sixth day of the 14th Mumbai Film Festival, which was held recently, saw cine-goers and patrons arrive in large numbers for their day's dose of exquisite cinematic fare. Despite some regrettable...
View Article'I'm missing my hair'
Neha Dhupia is an actress who isn't averse to any form of risk — some of the bold roles she's essayed during her stint in the film industry illustrate this fact. But the actress feels that...
View ArticleVivid expressions in clay
There is always a sense of satisfaction while creating something from scratch, be it with the items in the kitchen, on the computer or using a sowing machine. Many Bangaloreans, of late, have been...
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On the lookout for something new
What's in a gadget? Going by the attitude of most of Bangalore's youngsters, quite a bit — trending topics on most social-networking sites revolve predominantly around which manufacturer has...
View ArticleGolfers of different calibre
Before the 'Hero Indian Open 2012' officially took off, the practice sessions for all the participating golfers were given a fun element in the form of activities like 'Pro-Am' Professional-Amateur),...
View ArticleThe women stole the show!
Imagine Shakespeare's 'The Tempest', being played by an all-women cast — this interesting concept was put together by the students of the Canadian International School at Ranga Shankara...
View Article'I may be old but I still feel young'
American thrash-metal band 'Slayer' recently performed at the 'Vladivar Rock 'n India' concert, giving their maiden performance in this country in their three-decade-long career. Metrolife spoke to the...
View ArticleAt your quick service
Soon, the Metro stations in the City will no longer just be transit points for travelling. Come Deepavali, there will be a whole range of services available at the stations, turning them into shopping...
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Soothing ragas for the soul
Well-known classical singer Nagaraj Rao Havaldar took the stage at the Ananya Sabhangana, Malleswaram recently to present a Hindustani recital to the music-lovers of the City. Accompanied by MNagesh on...
View ArticleMaster storyteller
May 10, 1946. An august gathering of filmmakers had assembled at the first ever Cannes Film Festival to showcase their works to an enlightened audience, which genuinely appreciated cinema. This...
View ArticleFrom text to natural voice
Enrique Mendez, 9, and his older brother, Cristian, 11, sorted through a plastic bin of toys in their New Jersey home. "I want to play with the wrestling guys," said Enrique in a voice not quite his...
View ArticleUsing phone cameras to impress your friends
Time for a quiet little chat about smartphone photography, just between us. Sorry, but there is really not that much charm or creativity to be had in the average photo we take with our phones.It may be...
View ArticleProtector of forests
In Jharkhand's Saraikela-Kharsawan, Chami Devi Murmu is becoming something of a phenomenon by saving forests that were depleted by the timber mafia, writes Saadia Azim.Chami Devi Murmu, 42, is fondly...
View ArticleIn the city
'Interface''Interface 2012 Festival' will be held from September 28 to 30. The festival kicks off on September 28 at Jagriti Theatre with dancers Michel Casanovas and Keerthi Basavarajaiah performing...
View ArticleChannel surfing
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunityAll 25-year-old Mandeep Chadha wanted to do was to meet Preity Zinta once in his lifetime. He is huge fan of hers and will do anything to catch the slightest glimpse of...
View ArticleThe lasting glitter of gold
The City is all set for the 14th edition of 'Jewels of India' that will be held from October 27 to October 29 at St Joseph's Indian High School, Vittal Mallya Road, next to Kanteerava Stadium.The...
View ArticleFilm release
Keeping the holiday season in mind, comedy film Golmal starring Vijay Raghavendra and Shubha Punja, has been released. It has been produced by Anaji Nagaraj and directed by Pramod Chakravarthy....
View Article'Directing Uppi will be good fun'
The director in Ramesh Aravind may be taking a sabbatical at the moment but the actor inside him is on the roll. With back-to back films in the making, the extremely busy Ramesh Aravind tells Metrolife...
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Incredible time on the sets
Ever since the shoot of Yaare Koogadali started, the team did not have time to rest. The shoot is going on in full swing and the actors are surely not complaining. Recently, the leading men Puneeth...
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