issue - 3rd edition [ashadh 2067]

Turning the pages of WORLD CUP history

BHUSAN DAHAL on his transition from a paper boy to the desk of the CEO

ASHADH 2067

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A DAY WITH Hari Bangsa Acharya

SUMMERS SKIN CARE, THE NATURAL WAY!

A COMPLETE MENS ISSUEFast cars, stylish bikes,

coolest gadgets and football

letters from readers

N av y a a t a f i l l e d i n t h e s p a ce Hats off to the Navyaata team for bringing such a magazine in the country. There was lack of such a magazine which focused on every aspect of lifestyle and you guys filled in the space. I especially liked the section Navyaata Memoirs on the microbus towards which I could relate to really well. Navyaata is definitely here to stay. Cheers! Tsering Paldon, Budhanilkantha

A m a g a z i n e i s b o r n !Welcome to this world, Navyaata. From the cover to the pictures to the contents, I enjoyed the magazine thoroughly. I had never seen Ayusha Karki look this ravishing (on the first issue). You guys have worked with immense passion for the magazine and we can see the effort instantly. Looking forward for many more years in the future. Priti Thapa, Baneshwor

R e f r e s h i n g a n d g l a m o r o u sI dont know where to start from. Everything about Navyaata is refreshing and glamorous. I never thought that even such a magazine would be brought in Nepal and Navyaata has proved me wrong in every good way. I loved the cover of the second issue (May-June 2010) with Tenzing Dawa Shakya on the cover. One of the most beautiful faces Ive seen on the cover of a magazine. Hemant Rai, Sadobato

Co n g ra t u l a t i o n s !When I first saw the magazine in the market, I didnt have the slightest hint that it was a Nepali magazine. It was only after the shopkeeper told me that it was a new magazine in the market. I was pleasantly surprised and bought it instantly, curiously flipping through each and every page. The quality, the pictures, the writings everything was different than what we have in Nepal. Congrats on the great job. I can see the team has potential to do something different. Sunny Lama, Baluwatar

G r e a t j o b !Zillion, of congratulation to Navyaata for being the first ever fashion magazine of Nepal. We are very pleased to have a magazine like this which covers all national and international fashion related information. We are really impressed with your first edition especially we like the Uh-oh! section. Lots of subhakamana for your up-coming editions. Hats off to you guys for doing such a great job. Fashion students of IEC College, 1st batch

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PresidentCEO

EditorCreative Head

Director

Dolly Gurung Himal Karmacharya Sudan Bista Hem Kumar LimbuSarmila Thapa

EditorialReporters Ujwol ShresthaDolkar LhamoSurakhsha Basnet Tsering Dolkar Gurung

Photographers Phurpu Tsering Gurung

Marketing ManagersReeti Rani RaiDikila Ruit

Marketing AssociatesTara Lama (Tamang) Shanti Gurung Niru Shrestha

InternTenzing DorjeSonam Lama

Fashion Coordinator Sharmila Thapa

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Calendar The entire listing of the matches of your favourite team. Here at

page 12 - 13

Navyaata Shop Men and their toys Nothing could separate them. An array of stylish bikes, fast cars, faithful best friends and the latest technology.

At page 20 - 27

7 days wardrobe fix Playing it cool and sober as a professional at

page 28 - 29

Footballers Share The countrys three footballers tell us what they are shopping this season and who they are cheering for at

page 18 and 19

How to... Wear the Puma shoes with some style in four cool ways.

page 30 and 31

Navyaata Interview Know the real Bhusan Dahal at

page 34 36

Navyaa People The actor who started from small stage shows to becoming the countrys top comedian. Spend a day with Hari Bangsa Acharya at

page 38 - 40

Memoirs Six people remember their tale of World Cup.

page 15 - 17

WELLNESS

Its time to trim and groom, dear men! page 78 - 80

Fashion Feature Introducing to you five new faces that rocked the fashion feature of Navyaata at

page 46 50

Youth VibeThree young individuals tell us about their ambitions to do their bit for the country.

page 60 - 62

Fashion FeatureThe mens style that clicks the meter right on.

page 54 - 59

Music and Food Rock Sitar takes the lead this month with their contemporary soul touching music.

page 70 - 72

Navyaata twosome Three couples let us into their lives of togetherness. Read it here at

page 64 - 66

ProfileThe glamorous Rubina Rana of IsaDora answers Navyaatas intimate questions at

page 42 43

My StoryReal life incidents heard from you and sent by you.

page 90 -91

XOXOWhats up with the Beiber Fever?

page 94

Book Review Narayan Wagle enlists his three favourite books.

page 81

Horoscope Get ready to know your man through his zodiac.

page 96

PP Party Nepals yet another successful party. page 98 - 99

Behind the scenes page 95

MakeoverIts men makeover this time on our in-house photographer Phurpu Tsering Gurung.

page 82

anna Gurung, 17, is an A level student at Malpi International College. She claims to have had an experience of a life time during the shoot. Despite her classes and modelling, Sanna plays guitar and sings to her mood. With quality like hers, there are a lot of door open towards success. On the other hand Pravina

Tamang, 21 had a tough time during the photo shoot. Seeing others pose for the camera, she always thought that it was a very

easy job, but later during the shoot she realized how hard and difficult it actually was. Pravina is a junior at Ace Institute of Management who also makes time for voluntary service within the college. Shraddha KC is turning 19 this June. Beautiful and open-minded, she is easy to talk to. She recently finished her intermediate from Kalimpong and is now planning to pursue her Bachelors in Kathmandu.

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GROUP A GROUP E

11/06 19:45 Johannesburg - JSC South Africa Vs Mexico 14/06 17:15 Johannesburg - JSC Netherlands Vs Denmark

12/06 00:15 Cape Town Uruguay Vs France 14/06 19:45 Mangaung / Bloemfontein

Japan Vs Cameroon

17/06 00:15 Tshwane/Pretoria South Africa Vs Uruguay 19/06 17:15 Durban Netherlands Vs Japan

18/06 00:15 Polokwane France Vs Mexico 20/06 00:15 Tshwane/Pretoria Cameroon Vs Denmark

22/06 19:45 Rustenburg Mexico Vs Uruguay 25/06 00:15 Rustenburg Denmark Vs Japan

22/06 19:45 Mangaung / Bloemfontein

France Vs South Africa 25/06 00:15 Cape Town Cameroon Vs Netherlands

GROUP B GROUP F

12/06 19:45 Johannesburg - JEP Argentina Vs Nigeria 15/06 00:15 Cape Town Italy Vs Paraguay

12/06 17:15 Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth

Korea Republic Vs Greece 15/06 17:15 Rustenburg New Zealand Vs Slovakia

17/06 19:45 Mangaung / Bloemfontein

Greece Vs Nigeria 20/06 17:15 Mangaung / Bloemfontein

Slovakia Vs Paraguay

17/06 17:15 Johannesburg - JSC Argentina Vs Korea Republic 20/06 19:45 Nelspruit Italy Vs New Zealand

23/06 00:15 Durban Nigeria Vs Korea Republic 24/06 19:45 Johannesburg - JEP Slovakia Vs Italy

23/06 00:15 Polokwane Greece Vs Argentina 24/06 19:45 Polokwane Paraguay Vs New Zealand

GROUP C GROUP G

13/06 00:15 Rustenburg England Vs USA 15/06 19:45 Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth

Cte d Ivoire Vs Portugal

13/06 17:15 Polokwane Algeria Vs Slovenia 16/06 00:15 Johannesburg - JEP Brazil Vs Korea DPR

18/06 19:45 Johannesburg - JEP Slovenia Vs USA 21/06 00:15 Johannesburg - JSC Brazil Vs Cte d Ivoire

19/06 00:15 Cape Town England Vs Algeria 21/06 17:15 Cape Town Portugal Vs Korea DPR


Slovenia Vs England 25/06 19:45 Durban Portugal Vs Brazil

23/06 19:45 Tshwane/Pretoria USA Vs Algeria 25/06 19:45 Nelspruit Korea DPR Vs Cte d Ivoire

GROUP D GROUP H

14/06 00:15 Durban Germany Vs Australia 16/06 17:15 Nelspruit Honduras Vs Chile

13/06 19:45 Tshwane/Pretoria Serbia Vs Ghana 16/06 19:45 Durban Spain Vs Switzerland


Germany Vs Serbia 21/06 19:45 Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth

Chile Vs Switzerland

19/06 19:45 Rustenburg Ghana Vs Australia 22/06 00:15 Johannesburg - JEP Spain Vs Honduras

24/06 00:15 Johannesburg - JSC Ghana Vs Germany 26/06 00:15 Tshwane/Pretoria Chile Vs Spain

24/06 00:15 Nelspruit Australia Vs Serbia 26 /06 00:15 Mangaung / Bloemfontein

Switzerland Vs Honduras

ROUND OF 16

49 26/06 19:45 Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth 1A: Vs 2B:

50 27/06 00:15 Rustenburg 1C: Vs 2D:

51 27/06 19:45 Mangaung / Bloemfontein 1D: Vs 2C:

52 28/06 00:15 Johannesburg 1B: Vs 2A:

53 28/06 19:45 Durban 1E: Vs 2F:

54 29/06 00:15 Johannesburg 1G: Vs 2H:

55 29/06 19:45 Tshwane/Pretoria 1F: Vs 2E:

56 30/06 00:15 Cape Town 1H: Vs 2G:

QUARTER-FINALS

57 02/07 19:45 Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth W53: Vs W54:

58 03/07 00:15 Johannesburg W49: Vs W50:

59 03/07 19:45 Cape Town W52: Vs W51:

60 04/07 00:15 Johannesburg W55: Vs W56:

SEMI-FINALS

61 07/07 00:15 Cape Town W58: Vs W57:

62 08/07 00:15 Durban W59: Vs W60:

MATCH FOR THIRD PLACE

63 11/07 00:15 Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth L61: Vs L62:

FINAL

64 12 /07 00:15 Johannesburg W61: Vs W62:

All screenings of the World Cup match will be shown exclusively at Lakhey Restro n' Bar.18 -19 June - Anniversary celebration of City Centre from noon to 5 pm

With a theme, Wave your flag; The Factory is screening all the matches of the World Cup on 2 high definition projections.

Maradonas Hand of God victory (1986)In 1986, World Cup quarterfinal between Argentina and England was high on tension. Just four years prior to the match, the two nations had fought a war in the Falklands, and the British tabloids were obsessed with antiArgentine sentiments. However, Diego Maradonas team was the tournament favourite. For all the political drama surrounding the game and the beautiful game played by both teams, this game will always be remembered for the controversial hand goal scored by Maradona. And that was the difference, much to the dismay of the English fans. Later at a press

conference, Maradona was quoted, That was the hand of God.

Zidanes head bash (2006)During the 2006 World Cup in Germany, the final match between France and Italy was packed with drama and action. Zinedine Zidane aka Jiju was constantly harassed by the Italians trying to provoke the star player to do something stupid. When one of the Italian players, Marco Materazzi, uttered obscene personal remarks to Zidane, he retaliated with a heavy head bash on Materazzis chest that made him fall to the ground. Zidane got the red card and the Italians got their victory.

Columbian player shot dead (1994)World Cup 1994 hosted by USA was bad luck for Columbian players. They lost to USA. The winning goal was a suicide goal by a their own, Andreas Escobar.The football mad country just couldnt tolerate what seemed like an unforgivable betrayal by one of their own. Many even accused Andreas of taking bribes from Americans. The saga ended one day when he was shot dead by a football maniac near his home town of Medellin.

North Koreas surprising debut: (1966)North Korea became the first Asian nation to participate in the World Cup. They were the

underdogs fascinating many English fans with their fast attacking style. Their defining moment was when they defeated Italy, the hot favourite of the tournament, inthe first round and went on to the quarter-finals. And there is a twist to this story. Reports circulated in the British press about how the North Korean players got drunk in pubs and slept with English prostitutes. Upon their return home, the North Korean police arrested them on charge of damaging national prestige. So, the history making team spent the rest of their lives in jail.

India disqualified for not wearing shoes: (1950)India never made it to the World Cup finals. But many of us do not know that in the 1950 World Cup, the nation did manage to be selected. But the Indian players were accustomed to playing barefoot and

insisted on not wearing shoes in the cup as well. World Cups governing body FIFA rejected this request citing hygiene and image issue. So, the Indians were forced to quit their participation and the golden chance never returned since.

Football brings peace: (1990)During the civil war in Lebanon, thousands of Iranian fighters were involved as recruits. The war waged on for years and no one could deliver peace. Then came the World Cup of 1990. Die hard Iranian football fans announced ceasefire to watch their favourite match. Political analysts and historians found it quite extraordinary. Football had brought peace when others had failed, serving as a reminder of the power of football.

INCREDIBLE INCIDENTS

Here are some

of the most unforgettable moments

in World Cup history. Controversial, inspirational, hilarious these incidents

prove that football is more than just a

game.

WORLD CUP

FACTS

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No matter how good or bad, how crazy or not you are of football, everybody has their share of stories to tell about the World Cup.

Here are five individuals who have their own memories to cherish and laugh about. Read on as these people take you back the

memory lane on their World Cup memoirs.

WHATS LEFT OF MY WORLD CUP

A sneak attack, Shekhar Shrestha, 25

MEMOIRS

My introduction to Peles exploits happened in 1990 World Cup. Back then I was in grade 7. Having no access to Internet (Wikipedia was not

even a word back then), my knowledge of Pele was very limited. I knew he was best player ever to play the game. In fact, Pele and Maradona were the only two international football players I knew of. I remember the day when Argentina played Cameroon in the first game of the 1990 World Cup. It was my first World Cup game and I was not going to miss it even with a 104 degree fever and a headache so severe that I still remember it to date. While we were waiting for the game to begin, I was treated to some very interesting tales of Peles skills. My father pronounced, as he often likes to do, without regard for facts: Nobody has ever stopped Peles penalty Kick. There was a goalkeeper who once got his hands to the ball, but then he found himself pushed back behind the goal post by the sheer force of the balls velocity. Not to be outdone, my uncle Ram Lal kaka agreed, but went onto add, I hear he once aimed for the goal from the middle of the field. The ball was slightly off target. But Pele protested that the goal posts must be out of place. When they measured the posts, to the surprise of all, the goal posts were actually out of place! I challenged the veracity of those statements, but my kaka retorted, You are just a kid (hijo ko kopila, aaja ko phool); what do you know? Such was the aura of Pele that his exploits had taken a dimension of its own. As I wait for the 2010 World Cup, I cannot help but remember those outlandish tales of Pele.

It was the summer of 1994 and the World Cup fever was heating up. I was nine then. I always found it fascinating how much anticipation and joy big events bring to the lives of people. Dull monotony of everyday life is altered by the feeling of excitement. Unfortunately my family members never shared my fascination for the game. They considered World Cup a waste of time. Stubborn that I was, I had made up my mind that I wouldnt miss the finals between Brazil and Italy. So on the evening of the match, I sneaked out of my house to watch the game at my friends house. We enjoyed the match with his entire family. Even his old grandmother was excited about the match. By the time the match ended in favour of Brazil, it was past midnight. It suddenly occurred to me that my parents would be panic-stricken by now. Stealthily, I returned home hoping to creep inside the house. Bad luck! My father caught me on my way in. Had enough of World Cup, you selfish boy? Your mother has been crying all night, he yelled. The next few days nobody in my house spoke to me. They ignored me completely. I felt really bad. Then few days later my father came into my room with a brand new TV set. This is for you, he said, so that you wont run away from home again. I didnt know whether to feel happy or to feel guilty.

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E v e n t o d a y when I r e c a l l that day, I cant stop

feeling breezy and dim-witted for what I was up to back then. It was the 2006 World Cup. The football fever had taken over everyone -no gender, no age was left out. And, one amid all those going extreme was Pranesh Raj Bhandari. He was my sisters batch mate and my first crazy crush. A day before the finals, I got to know that he was throwing a house party to rejoice the reaching of his favourite team to the finals. My sister asked me to come along too (I know all her friends very well). Knowing that I was going to his place, I was up on cloud nine. I researched all the players and coaches. Burning the midnight oil, I was up till 1:45 jotting down the names of the players from the French team. I did all this to make an impression on him with my awareness of the French team. Never had I tried so hard to impress a guy. The next morning, I asked my sister what time we were leaving for the party. She replied, The party is not confirmed yet. And to my horror, the party was cancelled! All my hard work had gone down the drain.

Four years passed by but the bang the 2006 FIFA World Cup left in me is still fresh. I was in Amsterdam. I and a team of other Nepali students went to a sports bar to watch the match in a big screen. After the dramatic victory of the team we were supporting, we went wild. We celebrated by gulping several rounds of beer. By the time we had enough of alcohol, we were all pretty spent. Even then, we joined the victory rally. As the rally was moving ahead, I hit the play board in the crossing. The cops arrested us for drunk driving and we were taken to the police station. Not surprisingly, the cops found out that two of my friends were illegal residents and the next morning they were deported to Nepal. To this day, I feel accountable for what happened.

Lived a nightmare

Bidur Pandey, 32

Romance went to weepNisha Basnet, 28

MEMOIRS

It was 9:45 in the evening and the zeal to watch the World Cup prompted us to jump the high walls of the hostel. There was less fright as I was accompanied by 5 other friends. We were just so happy to be able to watch the final between Italy and France that we were oblivious to the possibility of punishment. We went to one of the small local restaurant. Even though, there was no proper mat or chairs and the TV was an antique black and white set, we made ourselves comfortable and felt content that at least we could watch the match. That night, we drank ourselves to the fullest, had aloo achar, choyla, chiura and momo. The Zidane head butt added extra spice to our excitement but it was disheartening to see Italy taking away the cup. After the match was over, we went back to our hostel at around four in the morning but to our dismay, the school warden had already found out about our escapade. In the morning assembly, in front of all the students, we were made to stand up for some painful whipping on our hinds and were fined as a punishment. But all of that seemed nothing when we remember that night. It was a twinge in the morning but the experience was blissful.

Runaway FootballPemba Dorjee, 21

It was during the 2002 FIFA World Cup. I was in my ninth grade and those were the days when basketball was on the rise in schools and I too developed a keen interest in the game. We were returning home in our school bus. Everybody started talking about the World Cup - who they were cheering for and who they wanted to see in the finals. It was such a frenzy

and even I got excited about the whole conversation and I blurted, when is the basketball match? ! Everybody looked at me. Some were shocked, some found it amusing and others couldnt stop laughing. One of them shouted, World Cup is only about football. I was very embarrassed and I blushed. The worst part is that the seniors whom I admired were also in the school bus and witnessed my lack of awareness. I couldnt have felt more ashamed!

Basketball in World Cup, Kiran Adhikari, 23

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SANTOSH SHAHUKHAL, 23CLUB: NABIL THREE STARPOSITION: FORWARDEver since I was a child, I have been obsessed with football. This obsession drives me to be a world famous player someday. My early days as a professional footballer were disappointing. But recent years have shown a positive improvement in Nepali football and I am optimistic for the future.

Shopping list for summer: Hip-hop pants, casual flats and cotton shirts are on the top of my list among other items. Adidas is renowned for quality, design and style which is why I prefer this brand over others.

World Cup anticipation: This World Cup I am thinking of watching it at home with my homies and friends. I am looking forward to having a good time. I am a big fan of Wayne Rooney, so definitely I am cheering for the English team. Their team is very strong. People are going to witness them winning the World Cup trophy.

They kick, they dribble, they run and they play for a living. But what are our footballers

choices on fashion this summer besides playing balls? Read

on to find out more about our footballers and what they love

to shop this season.

Shoppingsummer

CHOICE

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ANJAN K.C., 25CLUB: NABIL THREE STARPOSITION: LEFT WING QUARTER BACK Punctuality is a top priority for me. I cant stand delays and dont like waiting unnecessarily. As for myself loyalty, determination and commitment defines who I am.

Shopping list for summer: I intend to purchase few pairs of jeans, colourful cotton shirts and sport shoes this summer. Brands I lust for are Adidas (for shoes) and American Eagle (for jeans). Kathmandu Mall, Durbar Marg and Kumaripati are my choice of shopping stops. Page 3 at Kumaripati is my favourite for its great items at reasonable prices.

World Cup anticipation: I am very excited about the World Cup and I am not going to miss even a single match. My favourite player is Midfielder Zavvi who plays for my favourite team, Spain. I am planning to watch the games in projector with my mates. I am sure it is going to be a whole lot of fun.

PRADEEP MAHARJAN, 24CLUB: NABIL THREE STARPOSITION: MID-FIELDER/CAPTAINI am a patriotic person. Doing social service for Nepal is my goal for the future.

Shopping list for summer: Sport shoes, sando and shorts are on my list this summer. American Eagle and Adidas are my choice of brands.

World Cup anticipation: My preferred player is Ronaldinho from Brazil. But every player of Brazil plays really well and that is why I have been cheering for Brazil in every match, let it be national or international game. And on the day of the finals I am going to invite my friends over to my place and watch the game with them along with my family. I hope Brazil wins.

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iamonds are girls best friend and cars are mens. The adrenaline rush, the thrill of sitting behind the wheels and the blow of the wind in your face is irresistible for any man. You will not find a man who wouldnt swear by his car or wouldnt dream of owning a glorious automobile. Navyaata features some of the ardent car junkies, those who take pride in their cars and keep the wheels turning

Saisab Shrestha, the CEO of Leon Motors gave Nepal its first one-of-a-kind Mitsubishi GT3000. Saisab imported the car from Japan in the year 1999. When asked why he loved the car so much, he replied, I was very much impressed with the layouts, especially the pop-up headlights, and the bumper with black ripptle plates on each side of the license plate. He further added, I was also awed with its engine and the torque.

Saisab mentions that this car is not only an asset to him but also a belonging that has given him memories to recall and incidents to laugh at such as the race he had with his friends during the Dashain time at the speed of 170 kilometre per hour and the long drives with his family and friends.

Rooting for Argentina in FIFA World Cup 2010

The Alfa Romeo Alfetta is an Italian rear-wheel drive executive saloon car and fastback coupe produced from 1972 until 1987 by Alfa Romeo. Shokey Raj Shakya has had this beauty since 1977. During the 70s, the custom duty for cars

were very high, and it was almost impossible to buy an Alpha Romeo back then. But, after requesting the ex-king Gyanendra Shah, Shokeys dad managed to get a duty-free exemption on the car. As the conversation progressed, he let us know that the car had a Formula 2 Engine in it. He further added, Till date I have driven a variety of cars but, amongst all, Alpha Romeo stands out. It is my favorite and the best, never found anything so comfortable.

Rooting for Argentina in FIFA World Cup 2010

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Rooting for France in FIFA World Cup 2010

The car was first brought to Nepal in the year 1976. A French man had driven the car all the way from France to Nepal. Back then cars were brought to Nepal through Iran, but ever since the Shah (King) of Iran was dethroned, this route has stopped. Citron by Anne has a history in it, says Swayambhu Raj Shakya, the owner of Swayambhu Garage. Swayambhu

has a big collection of antiques and one-of-a-kind cars. As we were discussing the car, Swayambhu let us know that in the near future he wishes to start a car museum in Nepal itself. The interiors and the color of the car are remarkable. When asked how difficult it was for him to renovate the car, he replied, Very difficult. I and my son would sit all day in front of the computer and look for the items in eBay. At the end of the day, this maroon colored beauty is worth all the hard work and is truly a treasure to value.

The Volkswagen Beetle, also known as the Volkswagen Type 1, was an economy car produced by a German automaker Volkswagen (VW). In 2003 Volkswagen introduced the New Beetle that bore a visual resemblance to the original. The exclusivity and the exquisiteness of the original Beetle have earned it legions of fans. And amongst those going bonkers for the Volkswagen Type 1 is Subodh Das Shrestha.

Subodh bought the car in 2003. He customized the car to his needs and desires. When asked why he opted for such a unique and antique car he replied, I have always had a thing for historic and distinctive matters; plus this car is budget friendly and will make you stand out in the horde.

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THE RAGE OF THEMotorcycles have been a hit with guys ever since they were first built in the year 1885 by German inventors Gottlieb Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach. Whether teenagers or in their 30s or hitting 60s, men have always had a fetish for bikes. Navyaata brings you seven of the most stylish, powerful and economic bikes along with their proud owners.

It has been around 5 years since Bishwa bought his Honda CB600 F Hornet. This was before the bike was available in the showrooms here. Its unique color and Italian design caught his eyes and there was no way he was letting this beauty get away. He had the bike imported from Singapore. The bike ended up costing him around 11 Lakhs, but it was 11 Lakhs well spent. However, Bishwa hasnt been able to enjoy his fancy ride as much as he would like to. The bad roads and the traffic snarls in Kathmandu means that he cannot really let out the bikes oomph. These days, Bishwa has confined his rides on this bike to the weekends. With a mileage of 18-20 km per litre and a power of 599CC, Honda CB600 is any bike lovers dream. Honda CB600 has a 2.5 litres mobil tank which sets it apart from other bikes that normally have 1 litre mobil tank. An avid bike collector this is Bishwas second sports bike. Earlier he owned Honda CB200 which he later sold to a friend. The Honda CB600 F Hornet is an epitome of a versatile and fun street bike. With aggressive looks and exhilarating performance, this bike defines a complete joyous ride.

Alok had always dreamt of owning a Sports bike ever since he was a young boy. This dream did come true for him when he bought this super cool and super powerful Suzuki GSR 600CC some seven months ago. When asked about the attention he garners while riding the bike he says, I did not buy this bike for attention. People have a misconception that guys ride fancy motorcycles to hold an impression. Like Bishwa, Alok doesnt ride his bike regularly. It is only for long trips outside Kathmandu that Alok unfurls his Suzuki GSR 600CC. With its upright and wide seat-ing position as well as its under seat exhaust, this motorcycle has gained many admirers in Europe and Asia.

SPECIAL

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A popular RJ of Kantipur FM and co-owner of Attic Bar, Raymond Shrestha is a name well known to many. But what most of us may not know about him is his adoration of Bullet bikes. At present, Raymond rides an army green Bullet which he bought around a year ago. This is his second Bullet bike. Costing around 2.5 Lakhs, the Bullet is best known for its thunderous sound. The bike had been on Raymonds wish list since he was a young school student. Raymond loves his classic bike dearly and enjoys riding it around. He thinks Bullet is the perfect ride for him because it is not too fancy but still looks and sounds very cool. When asked about his most memorable moment on the bike, Raymond shares, Once I was going to Party Bhanjyang on my Bullet and it started raining heavily. Even so I continued the ride and when I reached the top of the hill, it felt great. It was simply amazing. The Classic 500 is simple yet powerful. Its unique styling and ever so famous sound make heads turn everywhere not because it wants to but because it simply cannot be ignored.

Taking the brand, the cost factor and the flexibility of this motor-bike, Rajesh Rauniar decided to buy the Honda VTR 250. I bought this vehicle three years ago. Unlike other bikes of Honda, this model is really practical. Its light and I dont face any difficulty while parking it or dragging it if in case something goes wrong in the middle of nowhere. Rajesh has decided not to dispose his Honda at any cost for the emotional attachment he shares with his pet. This bike is not just a vehicle, it is my pet, shares Rajesh.

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Most boys intentionally modify the height to make girls slip into their back but mines not that. I had modified my VR but now Ive dropped it to the original height, says Karna Hachhedhu. Karna bought his black Hartford VR some 2 years ago as it is the best option for nepals roads and it has great pick up. Like most inquisitive youngsters, even Karna had switched his silencer but the constant curs-ing from the old people and the fright of the traffic police grabbing you during traffic jam made him bring the pollution down. Karna has his own reasons for his romance with his VR. It feels like riding a horse. I feel great when Im on my VR. I used to have a purple stripe on my VR and whenever I hit the road, people used to recognise me just by my bike. It was as if my VR was my identity.

The brand itself was what enticed Na-rayan Hajur Ghale towards the bike which he bought just a month ago. Honda is such a brand which has made its mark as one of the finest companies and everyone prefers this brand, says Narayan. The size, the colour, the weight, everything about this bike is perfect for Narayan Its neither too big nor too small. And in the citys traffic snarl, one can easily steer and control this bike. The engine is Italian-made and the sound of it is like no other.

Bajaj Pulsar is perhaps the most popular bike in Nepal. With great mileage and power, this bike is economical yet trendy, comfortable yet chic. Pulsar 220 DTS-Fi is Bajaj Pulsars latest venture. Its masculine and sporty look has attracted many youngsters and elderly alike. Sunny Singh, an engineering student, is one of them. Like many other college students, Sunny has always been fascinated by motorcycles. Sunny shares that when Bajaj launched these rides, he was eager to purchase one and did just that some four months ago. Costing around 2.2 Lakhs, Pulsar 220 is an all purpose bike. It is perfect for daily commute as well as for long rides.

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They promise to be your best friend and guard you with their life. They are the most loyal living being which is why these men love their dogs and share a bond with them that cannot be replaced.

LABRADOROrigin: Canada but developed as a breed in UKName: RomerOwners name: Gaurav Rana

CHARACTERSize (weight): Grooming required: Exercise required: Living space: Training required: Child tolerance: Stranger tolerance:

Labradors are very kind, loving and compassionate to their masters. Gaurav got the dog as a present from his cousin a year back. Its dark brown coloured and has webbed foot that makes it stand out from all other breed. When asked any special moment that makes you admire Romer even more then before, Gaurav replied, Few weeks back when I got back from States, Romer was so happy to see me that he literally jumped over me. That proved how devoted he is, because even after almost a year he remembered me just like yesterday. Gaurav further adds that he is going to have a very hard time moving back to the United States as he will have to leave Romer behind.

They promise to be your best friend and guard you with their life. They are the most loyal living being which is why these men love their dogs and share a bond with them that cannot be replaced.

LABRADOROrigin: Canada but developed as a breed in UKName: RomerOwners name: Gaurav Rana


Labradors are very kind, loving and compassionate to their masters. Gaurav got the dog as a present from his cousin a year back. Its dark brown coloured and has webbed foot that makes it stand out from all other breed. When asked any special moment that makes you admire Romer even more then before, Gaurav replied, Few weeks back when I got back from States, Romer was so happy to see me that he literally jumped over me. That proved how devoted he is, because even after almost a year he remembered me just like yesterday. Gaurav further adds that he is going to have a very hard time moving back to the United States as he will have to leave Romer behind.

PUGOrigin: ChinaName: JunuOwners name: Dr. Sharad Singh Yadav


Pugs are sweethearts. The Pug or Chinese Pug is a sturdy small dog that is one of the most popular and largest of the toy dog breeds. No one can take their sight off from this breed (Pug). With their push-back noses and their dumpy bodies they are an eye candy to all. Pugs dont have their nose bones as a result of which they have breathing problems, and at times the snoring is really loud. But for Dr Sharad Singh Yadav, the fun to be with Junu is worth the snag. I nourish Junu with pedigree and chicken liver and we always go for a walk in evening. Junu is really cute.

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GERMANSHEPARD/ ALSATIANOrigin: Germany Name: RockyOwners name: Saneil Puri


It has been almost two years since I have had this dog. I brought the dog from a cousins place in Nepal itself. It was only a month old when I got it home. I named the dog Rocky and since then I and Rocky share a relationship that is very special to both of us, says Saneil Puri, the owner of Rocky. The two share such a deep bond that whenever Saneil honks his car at the gate when returning home, Rocky is always the first one to react which proves how loyal and dependable he is. When asked what were the factors that had Saneil so much into the dog he replied, German Shepherds are one of the worlds most popular dog breeds. The Alsatian has a broad skull and wedge-shaped muzzle with high set, erect ears. The Shepherds strong body is longer and it has a bushy tail that is carried fairly low.

BULLMASTIFFOrigin: EnglandDogs Name: Busho Owners Name: Pratap Jung Thapa


The Bullmastiff is a very large dog that is a cross between the Bulldog and the Mastiff dog breeds. This breed is strong and alert and appears to be about 60% Mastiff and 40% Bulldog, and that is what made Pratap Jung Thapa mad about Busho. Pratap brought the dog from India and its one of a kind dog in Nepal. The dog feeds on Chicken liver and rice with chicken legs. Busho loves going for a walk and the only time I take him out is at late night, because people around panic when they see this giant Bullmastiff. Busho is a very good friend to me and a perfect

guard for my house and my family.

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BULLMASTIFFOrigin: EnglandDogs Name: Busho Owners Name: Pratap Jung Thapa


The Bullmastiff is a very large dog that is a cross between the Bulldog and the Mastiff dog breeds. This breed is strong and alert and appears to be about 60% Mastiff and 40% Bulldog, and that is what made Pratap Jung Thapa mad about Busho. Pratap brought the dog from India and its one of a kind dog in Nepal. The dog feeds on Chicken liver and rice with chicken legs. Busho loves going for a walk and the only time I take him out is at late night, because people around panic when they see this giant Bullmastiff. Busho is a very good friend to me and a perfect

guard for my house and my family.

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Shoes denote a mans personality and many girls judge a man by their shoes. But you can also impress with the way

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STATIONARIES Pencils and colours - the base of designing.

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The man behind the TV persona reveals his feelings and thoughts to our Ujwol Shrestha. Photograph Phurpu Tsering Gurung

INSPIRED

INTERVIEW

years of TV career has made Bhusan Dahal one of the most recognized media personalities of Nepal.

Beginning his career as a young anchor for Nepal Televisions Sunday Pop, to becoming the Chief Executive Producer at Kantipur Television - his life is a success story.

After days of phone calls, I finally got an appointment with Bhusan Dahal in his sleek office at the top floor of Kantipur complex. He welcomed me with a firm handshake and a cup of black coffee. Bhusan was born in Kathmandu in 1966. He is the only child in a middle class family. He says he was a rebel as a child. His unforgettable mischiefs include spending a night in Arya Ghat with hermits, wandering in forest at night, defying the curfew with friends, and many more. He completed his schooling from Budanilkantha School and St. Xaviers School, graduated from Tribhuvan University, and went on to Canada as an exchange student. The Canadian town where he was placed was called Biggar, with an amusing slogan New York is big, this is Biggar. There he studied and worked as an intern journalist cum paperboy (he says he was pretty good at throwing papers at peoples balcony!)

Although Bhusan Dahal has numerous foreign experiences, he prides on defining himself as a Home Grown Graduate. Life abroad never attracted him. Something always pulled me back to Nepal, he expresses with a mixture of personal emotion and patriotism. And whatever pulled me back, I dont regret it at all. My life is a living proof that you can live your dreams in your own country. That satisfaction is my biggest achievement.

Bhusan is credited with stylish music videos like Chyanba hoi chyangba, new concept cinemas like Kagbeni, and well presented and articulate talk shows like Fireside. Nevertheless, he wouldnt settle down for these achievements only. Being a public figure is not a yardstick of success, explains Bhusan, Television is a media where you need to be accepted by your audience. They need to be entertained and informed. If I do not re-invent myself for that purpose, I will be dead with my boots on. Not literally of course. His creative originality is prerequisite for a media person. He never wished for fame. Thats why he avoids the label of celebrity and doesnt crave for awards, for he thinks those are only for ego boosters. Having said that, Bhusan Dahal

New York is big, this is

Biggar

In 1968, two year old Bhusan Dahal with his mother, Tara Dahal

On his first day of school at three

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My life is a living proof that you can live your dreams in your own country.

In 2006, during the shoot ofKagbeni

is not someone alien to awards and honours. Our late King Birendra bestowed the highest honour of the nation Gorkha Daksin Bahu medal with an encouraging pat on his

shoulder saying, Syabaas! (well done!) That word by the King still resonates in my mind, recalls Bhusan. Sadly, he can no longer wear that prestigious medal with pride because anything related to Royalty has become a taboo in the present political context. Politics, the unwanted guest in our interview, soon took over our conversation as he commented about Nepals so called Transition period. Actually I dont like the word transition. They say Nepal is in transition, but transition to what? Bhusan went on to compare us (Nepali people) with stranded passengers in an aeroplane, not sure where to land. Politics aside, there are finer things in life which Bhusan enjoys, like music and food. He spends leisure time listening to

every type of music and loves cooking at home. Lately, the media man has become a family man sharing more quality time with his spouse and growing children whose colourful photographs decorate his office walls.

I am lucky to have memories of travelling countries far and wide, says Bhusan. And I intend to share all those stories and experiences with my children, so that they become global citizens someday.

Upon being asked how he feels as a celebrity, Bhusan revealed his desire for more anonymity and freedom. Being a public figure, I feel restricted to behaving in a certain way on par with my Television image, further adding, I dont like those kinds of restrictions. Im a human being too. I also want to do unconventional things. Losing ones anonymity, perhaps thats the price one has to pay for the fame and the fortune. But anyone would love to be in his shoes. He has had share of difficulties and struggles, but his life has been enriched with many diverse experiences: he spent days with rebels and military during civil war, he is acquainted with Royal families, famous actors and musicians, he has taken a ride in the

most expensive cars and so on. I have already lived up all my fantasies, he says. And he is not bragging!

Always positive in attitude and articulate in his words, Bhusan Dahal is a personality worth emulating. As we concluded our delightful interview with the versatile man, he gave a few words of wisdom: There is an old proverb in Nepali - Do not panic in bad times, do not flaunt in good times. The key to happiness and success is maintaining that equilibrium.

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BYDOLKAR LHAMO II PHOTOGRAPHPHURPU TSERING GURUNG

I prefer to be at home with my family rather than dine at restaurants because when I am out and about and get myself a glass of beer, people start talking, Hari Bangsa drinks!

reached his resident at Budhanilkantha where he was

at the door ready to welcome us with a tender smile. When we entered his room, my initial sight set out at the portrait of himself with Madan Krishna. And at the living room, there was a cupboard full of appreciation letters and awards presented to him. My office is the same as this cupboard, crammed with such awards but its wonderful as this shows the peoples love for me and my work and effort, says Hari Bangsa Acharya. We spent a day with him, a day which was indeed a busy day. He started the day with lifting exercises. But at times when his schedule is tight and he doesnt get to follow his work out routine he works it out during the shoot or during breaks. And that particular day was scheduled for the shoot of a new Advertisement. So he had to set off to work early and with him, we tagged along. We travelled with him in his jeep, we had lunch together. I saw his live performance and spent a good time with him. Very comfortable to deal with and in the end we appeared more like close chums having a small chitchat. The shooting was set at three different places. After finishing the first shoot at the first place, he had to move to the other two sets of the shoot. Due to the

limited time, Hari Bangsa decided to go to the next set with the same attire of his famous character aama. Just imagine, when he was driving, everyone from a street kid to an old woman recognised him instantly and greeted him. He returned graceful smiles at the onlookers and with a humble namastey. And there was a totally drunk man who was yelling around the streets but when he caught sight of Hari Bangsa, he instantly said, I know you. A burst of laughter followed suit. In reel life, he is a top comedian making the entire nation laugh to his funny acts but in real life, he is serious with a calm spirited personality. And on that particular day, the scorching sun was absorbing all our energy but this wasnt a problem for Hari Bangsa. Just like a battery, he was fully charged. He went on and his acting went along. He was very comfortable as a person and our conversation progressed pretty well.

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Lets begin with your childhood. Is there anything about your childhood that we dont know about?Well, I dont know about what you dont know but as far as I am concerned, there are very few people who clearly know about my childhood days. People start standing on their own after they finish their education but it was a contradiction with me. I was

a scene where a dog gets hit by an arrow and the sound of a dogs mourning was required. And for that, the crew was ready to tie a dog and hit it, so that it would sound natural. But my friend who was an animal lover was against it. He recommended my name and assured them that I could create such a sound. When they asked, I nodded, yes. And the rest, like they say, is history.

So, is it fair enough to say that that incident made you realize that drama, stage shows and acting is your true calling?Actually, the acclaim goes not only to that incident because, during that time, we had cultural stage shows and I remember I favoured the organisers who would let me

Talking about Madan Krishna, does the age gap between you and him bring any difference in your thoughts and views? Are there any times when you have clashes?Every person is born different. They bear different thoughts, different minds and different nature. In our case, we are two different folks with different sides and yes variation between us does mount but there is love also. At times, when he disagrees on something, I tend to compromise and from his side, he does the same too. So, clashes hardly crop up.

I heard you are short-tempered..Who said so? I did my share of research on you and I came across a matter where I read you are short-tempered and that you get angry at sudden times. So, is it true?Umm...... when I work, I need accuracy. If I am not heard, then I get angry but you know, these days, I have been trimming down my anger level. Now, I dont get worked up all the time.

So how do you spend your time with family?I hardly have time to be with family but when I do get a chance I prefer to be at home with them rather than dine at restaurants or anywhere else. Because when I am out and about, people notice this face of mine,

six when my father passed away and the youngest child with five elder sisters. Only five years after that painful episode, my mother passed away. Everything was full of pain, hurt, tensions, and that was the time me and my sisters had to stand on our own. Even though our deceased parents stored their part of capital, I began from scratch. During such stressful period, even our relatives cheated on us and I fought a case against them. Despite the hardship you went through, how were you as a child?I was mischievous and fun. I loved mimicry and I used to mimic everyone from my teachers to my friends parents and the neighbours as well. I left none in this case (smiles).

How did this ardour for art ascended within you?I remember there was one drama taking place in a local public school where I was responsible for the sound effects. There was

showcase my play on the stage as well. That time people liked my concept and I was put forward with such offers. And along with that, I got paid too. So I gave myself a stand in this platform and fortunately, everything has been going great till date.

And is it you who creates the concepts for your serials? How do you come up with your concepts?When it comes to stage programs, Madan Krishna and I both gather our ideas and form it into one. I do the scripting. Our drama on stage are based on the context of Nepals situation and, through television, we try to deliver awareness and messages to the mass. It works according to those notations.

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and its hard sometimes. Like when I get myself a glass of beer, people start talking, Hari Bangsa drinks too. Then unknown faces create a scene which really upsets me. At home, its just so cosy and we can have family talks as well. There is no one who can hear us except the walls (smiles).

What is the difference you find between the 21 year old Hari Bangsa and your son who is now 21?There are no comparisons. Difference is in everything from the part where we grew up to the society we live with. This is just a basic example. During my time, getting to eat meat was like once in a month but for my sons, they are fed up with meat because they get to eat it regularly. There was a man at Maitidevi who was the only owner of a television set. Everybody was abuzz with his property and I remember we had gone to his home just to see what T.V looks like. But my children, they are born with T.V, fridge, internet-technologies that are second nature to them.Listening to your speech that you gave during the recent peace rally, you spoke really well and if suppose, you were given a chance to rule Nepal for a dayWhat can a person do in a day, I wouldnt do it.

Does that mean you will grab the chance if the whole power is showered on you?

(After some silence) I dont have the political zeal within me. It is not what I wish to be. But if somehow, only if, I become a politician of Nepal, I would definitely place the planners in the front for we have to work according to their plans.

But we cannot be sure that every planner can be a perfect planner, isnt it?Yes! You are right. All planners can never generate perfect plans. In such case, it is the politician who has to judge it and go for it. You know, I understand politics but

getting into politics, we have to battle for the elections, create political parties, learn it, practise it and for that I need 8 or 10 years and I am already 52. For this, struggle is needed and to me, Ive already struggled enough for my profession. In life, a person struggles in a hard way just for once, not twice. So, politics can never be my second struggle.

So far, have you achieved what you want to achieve from life?Lifes been good-pretty good-but I wanted to become an international artist. The hard thing is I have difficulty with the English language which is like a linking thread with the international market. So, even if I wish, its difficult. I havent been able to cover all the projects here; so to dream about being an international artist is an aim beyond aim. But it is something I wish for. And I know the new generation can do it with the help of new technologies and quality education.

How many characters does Hari Bangsa Acharya play?Well, I am a very good father who is a friend more than a parent. I understand their feelings really well and that is what keeps us close. There are times during weddings and gatherings where I even offer them a glass of wine to drink with me which they happily agree. As a husband, I undoubtedly love my wife but more than that, I am scared of her. There is no one in this world whom I am scared of but my wife and kids. In Nepals context, wives are still dominated but in my life this theory is not applicable. My wife is my guardian and my support. Like the saying goes behind every successful man

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is a woman. I can swear by that quote. As a comedian, art is my profession and I love this life. So these three things are inseparable when it comes to me.

When Michael Jordan was asked to take a stand against racial injustice, he diplomatically said, White men also buy sneakers. Very few public figures risk taking a stand on public issues and that is why Hari Bangsa and Madan Krishnas actions throughout their career and recently through Nagarik Samaj are so noteworthy. Whether it is through humorous acts or sensitive speeches, theyve never shied away from giving voice to the silent majority.

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PROFILE

NameRubina RanaNicknameRuby by family and Bunny by my friendsCurrent Status Happily engaged to Puncho GurungProfession Sales and Marketing Manager for L & L house of commerce, Artamus Nepal (IsaDora)Fetish Shoes, Vintage fashion and Perfumes

When you need advice, you first turn to?My fiance

You feel sixteen when I look at my old albums and go through my old pictures taken with my sisters Zarina and Nirvana and with my favourite cousin, Pinky (Malvika Subba) who is my partner in crime. Great style is all about being yourself, having fun dressing up and making any outfit look great on you - be it a stunning cocktail dress or just a cute summer dress.You most like to see your fiance in boxers In bed there is no such thing as too kinky.

Define the following in one line:Fashion is something I create everyday; at work, when attending a business meeting, having lunch with a friend or going out on a Friday night! I live, breathe and dig great style!Make Up Clinically tested, Fragrance Free makeup by IsaDora!!!Sex is something everybody knows what/ how it is but dont want to talk aboutOne night standnot my cup of tea.Flip flops or High heels High heels Books or magazines Magazines Current ring tone Sexy Chick by David Guetta featuring Akon A man with a sense of humour or sex appeal A man with a sense of humourMoney or happiness HappinessNatural beauty or cosmetic beauty Natural beautyDiet or work out Work out

Traditional or western wear Western wearA wild night or dinner at home Dinner at homeA candle light dinner with Orlando Bloom or stuck in a lift with Johnny Depp or lost in an island with George Clooney stuck in a lift with Johnny DeppFirst crush When I was in schoolFirst boyfriend the same guy I had the crush on (but not disclosing the name, haha!) Biggest Splurge the last trip I had with my Fiance. Spent a decent amount of my savings. It was worth it though.Favourite shopping spot My sisters store Obsession at Durbar Marg and many in Australia Dream holiday getawayIve been wanting to go to Spain for a long time now and experience their siesta!My fashion icon Kate Moss - now and foreverFavourite brand Lots and lots. I love picking various stuff from random brands and mixing and wearing them together.

THE WOMAN When you meet her, she instantly sways you with her warm and caring oratory that makes you want to listen to her more and more. With a personality like hers, one could easily get away with murder. Who is she? Shes the woman of the hour the makeup diva taking the brand IsaDora to a higher level in the Nepali market one step at a time. Read on to know more about her

OF THE HOUR!PHOTOGRAPH BY KISHOR KAYASTHA

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Photographer Phurpu Tsering Gurung Model Nita Roka Magar

Shirt from Temptation, United World Trade Centre Skirt from Attitude, Kathmandu Mall Hair band and shoes from DS Collections, Sherpa Mall

Sexy and seductive yet cool and understated, this look from the runway is a steal to try for your summer days.

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Boyfriend Jacket and Tank top from DS Collections, Sherpa Mall Shorts and Heels from Temptation, United World Trade CentreMakeup by IsaDoraHair by Marsyangdi Beauty and Hair Care Spa

Short StoryThe heat obliges you to surrender to the shorts that have gone a little shorter this time. The airy boyfriend outerwear keeps you intact with the light breeze at night.

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Romper and Heels from DS Collections, Sherpa MallMakeup by IsaDora Hair by Marsyangdi Beauty and Hair Care Spa

Bonkers about RompersOh my! They are the rage this season and everyones flaunting a piece of their own in different colours and style. Theyve become the synonym with whats in vogue.

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Ruffle dress and Heels from Temptation, United World Trade Centre Makeup by IsaDoraHair by Marsyangdi Beauty and Hair Care Spa

Going greenEverybodys talking about it, so why dont you do it in your own way? The colour and the ruffles with the ribbon pumps take a different stage.

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Bandage dress and Studded heels from Attitude, Kathmandu Mall Makeup by IsaDoraHair by Marsyangdi Beauty and Hair Care Spa

Intact The bandage dress is what everybodys talking about. They add a different aura to a dress with a lot of oomph.

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Cup-sleeve dress, necklace and heels from DS Collections, Sherpa Mall Makeup by IsaDoraHair by Marsyangdi Beauty and Hair Care Spa

Knee-deepThe hemline that ends at the knee creates a classy impression. Meanwhile the cup sleeve add an urban empowerment.

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America, the land of the free, invented and popularized many hand gestures that have become ubiquitous globally. Theres something fascinating about these signs that really catches everyones attention immediately-not always in a good way of course!

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Say it right!

Style: Sharmila

Clothes: Wardrobe, City CenterTie: Van Heusen, Sherpa MallAccessories: Shop No. 420, RB Complex

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Casual He likes to mix n match with anything. Going with the flow, hes a little bit relaxed and a little uptight but his attitude is definitely super-cool.

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Flirty Always the one to break the rules, he easily slips into the moment and knows what to say to whom, where and when (especially with girls).

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Nerdy He loves anything thats got to do with wires or digits or technology. He is the new hot guy who can turn up the heat with his chivalry.

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YOUTH VIBE

CHOOSINGETURN

BYSURAKHSHA BASNET II PHOTOGRAPHPHURPU TSERING GURUNG

Rn their early twenties, they embarked on an ambitious journey from Nepal to the U.S.A, hopeful to understand not only the modern civilization but also the education and experience that would perch them as masters of

their own destinies. They are smart, they are well-read and they can be trusted to lead the new Nepal. Navyaata discovers the potential, the capability, the quality and the experience of three dynamic individuals who have chosen to return to Nepal.

Only at the age of 24, Divash Basnet has involved himself in the three most important sectors responsible for the development of a nation - tourism, construction and hydropower. And this speaks of Divashs capability and his tremendous potential. His aptitude and excellence also shows when we talk about some of the major problem of the youths today.

Yubraj Acharya is equally talented and hopeful. Despite his demanding job at the Asian Development Bank, he teaches Economics part-time at the Kathmandu University School of Management, so he could impart the same quality of education that he learned when he studied in some of the best education institutions in Nepal and the US. From a village in Arghakhanchi, his academic journey has so far run through Budhanilkantha School, Swarthmore College for Bachelors degree in Economics and the Maxwell School at Syracuse University for Masters in Public Administration. It is the teaching style I learned in these institutions that I try to emulate, hopefully contributing toward changing the way teaching anf learning takes place in Nepal.

With access to right technologies and human resources I realized that I

could do a lot from here as well. And also four years of

college education at Wabash has taught me that you

dont have to be physically somewhere to actually be

working there. So, if I want business from America or any other parts of the world I can easily do it from my office in

Nepal itself.

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With equal potential and zeal. Sishir Bhattarai at the Asian Development Bank is a name upon whom we can rely for a better and a prosperous Nepal. Sishir got his Undergraduate degree from Colorado College and completed his Masters from University of Chicago. Sishir has already spent a number of years working in the development sector of Nepal with multiple donor organizations and has garnered enough experience to be able to play a vital role in the development of our country.

Throughout the conversation we talked about youths and a better Nepal. We started the conversation by discussing the difference in the youths ten years before and the youths today. To that Divash Basnet, MD, I.D.L Nepal Travel replied, Youths today are a lot more inquisitive, lot more open and a lot more independent then we were back then. With access to computers, internet, mobile phones, ipods, television and all other latest technologies youths today have a lot of exposure and better access to the world beyond Nepal. There are lots of Nepali youths today - living in Nepal and abroad - who have done well and can play a huge role in the development of the country. However, there are also many youths who are disillusioned by the lack of opportunities and almost stagnant economical growth. To this, Yubraj had a very attention-grabbing anecdote to share. He said: I have a nephew who is only 10 years old and he uses Facebook. To me this is the biggest example of how fast the Nepali youths are changing. He, however, qualified that many things havent changed for the better. Sishir also supported this viewpoint. He said, Back then, youths only had limited resources to gain knowledge but now there is a huge fountain of knowledge flowing from every corner of the world for them.

Many years outside your country teaches you new things and will have you pass through new situations and circumstances. And, it is during these situations that you relate to and know many people. So, the discussion took a new frame when we asked in what ways were the youths abroad different from the youths in Nepal. All three agreed that the level of independence is the biggest difference between the youths. But independence is not the only difference, added Yubraj. The textbook is always correct and never question what your teacher says attitudes, which seem to be rules rather than exceptions in Nepal, are obviously less prevalent there. Moreover, a distance is built in between teachers and students here, which obviously impedes the learning process.

When there are differences there are also reasons for those differences. We asked what, according to them, was the major reason for these differences. I genuinely feel that the major reason

for the difference is the reality that the Nepali youths have a tough time balancing between their family ties and their independence. So, until and unless the youths are independent this problem will always remain, says Divash. But, Yubraj and Sishir faulted the education system of Nepal.

Decisions are always fraught with second guessing especially when it means returning back to Nepal. Lesser people may worry about what others will say. Will it be taken as a sign of failure to succeed in the rigors of US society? As the

It is the teaching style I learned in these institutions that I try to emulate, hopefully contributing toward changing the way teaching anf learning takes place in Nepal.

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After my job in the International Monetary Fund, I realized that I wanted to work with something relating to development, that too only in Nepal. So in a way, coming back to Nepal was not a very difficult decision for me.

conversation progressed, we discussed what went through their minds when they decided to leave for Nepal.

Sishir relates that it was rather easy for him to make the decision to return to Nepal. He said, After my job in the International Monetary Fund, I realized that I wanted to work with something relating to development, that too only in Nepal. So, in a way, coming back to Nepal was not a very difficult decision for me. But unlike Sishir, Yubrajs decision on returning wasnt smooth. While he wanted to return, and the fact that his entire family was here helped, the usual why are you coming back to Nepal? question from many people he met - as if returning to Nepal was a mistake - only increased reservations about returning. Having a job offer from an organization here made answering that question a lot easier without looking stupid in front of the skeptics. Based on his experience, he has a suggestion to make to anyone contemplating returning from abroad: Do enough networking beforehand and get a job before you land here. The kind of job does not matter much. Otherwise, to many people here, you are just another failed hero for whom the paperwork did not work.

For Divash the decision was based on mix of personal and professional reasons. He added, My family is in Nepal and this is my home, so coming back in that regard was easy and natural. With access to right technologies and human resources,

I realized that I could do a lot from here as well. And also four years of college education at Wabash taught me that you dont have to be physically somewhere to actually be working there. So, if I want business from America or any other parts of the world, I can easily do it from my office in Nepal itself. The other reason why I chose to come back to Nepal was the sense of responsibility that I had for my country. There always is a relationship between a nation and its citizen. I feel responsible and I am respectful to that sentiment.

As we neared the end of our discussions, we asked for their views on one of the biggest concerns vexing the Nepali youth today - corrupt system and a non-functioning government.

To this Yubraj said, Just like many of my contemporaries, I grew up complaining about everything around me, and the government was the usual culprit for all that had gone wrong in Nepal. Put together a group of people and ask them to find a solution to a problem even today and their solution will most likely start with, The government should... Therein lies our problem. The government and the politicians have been the escape goats for far too long; it is now time that we assume we are on our own. As is the case with any young democracy, building a strong political leadership that can guide the countrys transformation toward prosperity will take time. Till then, we should just learn to work around the system.

When we put the same matter to Divash, he said, Yes, complaining is a big issue, and as an entrepreneur I factor in the system and the government into my business calculations. It is important to have a good system, but that is not it. A lot can be overcome by working hard at something. Sishir too had a similar view over the topic. According to him a job well done is far better then a speech well said. Sending a message to all the youths he said, Rather than just complain, do something about things that bother you.

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new people easily. Im a very friendly person and an extrovert and hes the opposite. Anil: I dont like her kichkich.

How we metNachong: We met at the hospital. Anil is a friend of my cousin brother. When my cousin was hospitalized, Anil was there too and thats how we got to know each other.

First meet...Anil: We were friends first. There was no sparks flying instantly. Everything happened through time. Nachong: You wont believe this but we were engaged 6 months after our first meet and married on the same year.

What is the one thing you wished you knew before marriage?

Nachong: I am very particular about cleanliness. Even a waste paper on the table should be thrown into the trash instantly. He doesnt do that. I loathe sneezes; he is allergic to anything and sneezes throughout the year.

What is the one thing you wished he/she did just for you?Nachong: I dont demand flowers or chocolates from him. Im happy and content for he has sacrificed a lot for me. Even this interview and the shoot are just for my sake.

How would you like to change her visually?Nachong: I wish he started exercising religiously. Anil: I wish she wore more traditional attire like kurta which complements her body.

What do you like about each other?Nachong: I love my freedom and he knows that very well and gives me all the freedom I want. Also, he is a great father. Anil: Her sweet and charming nature.

What do you dislike about him? Nachong: His unwillingness to mingle with

thePOWER

of TWO

Some couples are just made for each other. Despite their differences, they

make a great pair when together. Such is the magnetism of these three couples

(one being our very own Hem Limbu). This month, Navyaata celebrates the power of two with these couples who confess their likes and dislikes of their spouse

and dress each other according to their own choice.

Couple: Nachong Gurung, 30 and Anil Gurung, 30Tied the knot on: 2004Kids: 4 year old daughter

TWOSOME

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Couple: Hem Limbu, 30 and Sarita Limbu, 31 Tied the knot on:18th of August, 2008Kids: Son, Cavin Limbu

I wished she made pancakes for me

every day.

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Couple: Tina Maskey, 35 and Vishwa Maskey, 47 Tied the knot on: December, 1996Kids: Juju, 11 and Tushita, 21 months

We are more of a friend but I could

say the huge bouquet he brought

for me when I was pregnant was really

romantic.

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Every month, Navyaata steps into the lives of the ordinary and makes them feel special for a day. This is a humble beginning with Sriram Ambesh Mandal who scavenges for a living. Read on to know more.Eyeing a heap of garbage and carrying a torn rucksack, our protagonist was wandering purposefully along the streets of Kathmandu. He was wearing a pair of old slippers that was double his size, and he had the face of an Indian-Nepali boy. He was busy in his own world which actually grabbed our attention. As we approached him and told him about Navyaatas Make a Wish programme, his face lit up with surprise. When he was a kid, he vividly remembers the phase when his family went through a lot of economic hardship due to his sickness and because of that they had a lot of debts. At 14, Sriram Ambesh Mandal seemed to know a lot about life. He left his studies and came to Kathmandu to earn some money so that he could repay his familys debts.

MAKE A

WISHBy Sarmila ThapaPhotographer Phurpu Tsering Gurung

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It was interesting to go through his daily routine. He wakes up at 4 AM and his working hour starts from 6 in the morning and ends at 5 in the evening. We could witness the hardship he goes through everyday to earn around Rs 300 a day. Some days when he is lucky, he could make upto Rs 500. Every

month, I keep Rs 500 as pocket money and send the rest to my family who are in Bharampuri (border between Nepal and India). Saturday is his day off, so he hangs out with his friend from Kalanki and when asked about their regular hangout, he says, Sundhara ma yeta uta dulchu.

We asked about his dream, he said, with a little hesitation, I love fruits, I want to eat fruits. We were astonished to hear that. Even for an ordinary person, fruits are basic needs and Sriram dreamt of eating fruits. We bought him some mangoes, lychees and apples. We asked him if he wanted to buy some clothes for himself and the obvious grin on his face gestured yes. We went to a store named Right choice at RB Complex. He chose a pair of jeans and a full sleeved shirt for himself. We could feel his euphoria. We then asked him where he wanted to go to eat. Yet again, he had a very simple request. He said, I dont want to go to a big hotel. There is a small restaurant where I had gone once but after that I have not been able to visit it again. I wish to go there. So we went to the restaurant and he ordered Dahi Puri. This is all what he wanted to have, nothing more. We ordered a Sprite for him. We then passed along the sweet shop and packed some sweets for him. When we parted ways, we stole a glance at his face. He was still not sure if what just happened was indeed real!

At 14, Sriram Ambesh Mandal seemed to know a lot about

life. He left his studies and came to Kathmandu to earn some

money so that he could repay his familys debts.

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Sitar Guru Bijaya Vaidyas new band is redefining the meaning of fusion rock.By Ujwol Shrestha Photograph by Phurpu Tsering Gurung

M U S I C / F O O D

After the legendary trio Sur-Sudha disbanded ten years ago, Sitar prodigy Bijaya Vaidya set out to re-discover rock musichis inspiration since the hippie days of 70s. Reinventing the image of a Sitar as an instrument of contemporary rock, he single-handedly created a revolution in Sitar history. So emerged Rock Sitar in 2007, and the bands uniqueness (like playing Sitar standing up) has raised a lot of eyebrows and garnered accolades.

The group of six regularly converge at Bijayas home in Balaju for practice. A generous host that he is, Bijaya welcomes all music lovers with smiles, snacks and complimentary CDs. The house itself resembles more a museum of musical instruments than an abode. One doesnt need to be a music maestro to appreciate the exceptional talent of the band and the extraordinary image rendered by the fusion of traditional and modern music instruments. You instantly get enthralled and feel the magic in the air when you see a Sitar being played with the virtuosity of Jimi Hendrix playing a guitar - in perfect unison with traditional and modern art. The Sitar itself is of a new design - skillfully crafted and modified in such a way that it has both the dynamism of an electric guitar and subtleness of a traditional sitar. Needless to say, the Sitarist always steals the show.

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Rock Sitar members pride in being the first Nepali artists to be invited to the famous French theatre at Olympia- a place where such legends as Jimi Hendrix, Rolling Stones, Louis Bertmag and Deep Purple were born. Here in Nepal, they are occasionally invited for gigs in special events. The bands most memorable concerts were at Malla hotel, Mandala Street festival at Thamel and Drugs day concert at Basantapur. Their music has earned them token of appreciations from Alliance Francaise and Australian Embassy. Not surprisingly, expatriate community of Nepal and foreign fans are Rock Sitars prime audience group, as the mainstream Nepali people still remain apathetic to instrumental music. Presently, the band is collaborating with ISKCON (International Society of Krishna Consciousness) to spread the message of Bhagwad Geeta across the world. A tour of India sponsored by ISKCON is on the schedule this year.

Soon to be released is the bands namesake album Rock Sitar which includes ten of their finest tracks. It will be followed by another album that will feature mantras and religious chants. Rock Sitar will be going on a world tour on October-November 2010 to promote their new album in Europe and America. Previous tours have already taken them to France, Belgium, Italy and Switzerland. Judging by their worldwide fan base, it wont be an exaggeration to label Rock Sitar as the unofficial representatives of Nepal ahead of the Tourism Year 2011.

Band members of Rock Sitar are also involved with other famous music groups. Nikhil Tuladhar and Anil Shakya are drummers of Nepathya and Karma bands respectively. Bijaya Vaidya had teamed up with a French band called Celtics in 2006, and he is also a member of Sitar Sudha. Likewise, base guitarist Deepak Shakya plays with Electric band of Thamel. Nevertheless, Rock Sitar is their top priority because Rock Sitar is not just a band; it is a history in the making. Rudyard Kipling said, East is East, and West is West, and never the twain shall meet. Well, Rock Sitar definitely defies this stereotype. Their music has the power to break every boundary of East and West.

Our music is best compared to an abstract art, opines Bijaya about the Rock Sitar. It is an artistic expression of joy and sorrow using sound vibrations. According to him, sound vibration is the

most powerful force of nature, also embodied in Earthquakes and

Atom Bombs. The power of music can be equally overwhelming to

the masses.

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One afternoon Bijaya Vaidya invited Rock Sitar members to his residence at Balaju for a treat. A lifelong vegetarian with a taste for Newari dishes, Bijaya prefers Bara along with vegetable momo, seasoned potatoes and milk tea.

A table was laid out in the lovely garden blossoming with roses and marigold flowers. The setting was appetizing, and so was the food

THE RECEIPT Bara : Rs 50 Vegetable momo : Rs 50 Seasoned Potatoes: Rs 50 Tea : Rs 10

INGREDIENTS FOR BARA:1. Black pulses (Black Dal) (500 grams)2. Garlic paste (1 spoon)3. Ginger paste (1 spoon)4. Mustard oil (100 ml)5. Chilli powder (half spoon)6. Coriander powder (1 spoon)7. Turmeric powder (half spoon)8. Cumin seed (Zeera) (one spoon) 9. Asafoetida (Hing) (one pinch)10. Salt (according to taste)

RECIPE:1. Keep the black pulses wet by immersing in water all

night long.2. The wet pulses should be refined by removing the

outer layers.3. Grind the pulses.4. Mix the blend of above mentioned spices (ginger,

garlic, coriander, chilli, turmeric, cumin seed and asafoetida) into the grinded pulses.

5. Mix the blend properly by hand.6. Heat a pan and pour mustard oil.7. Put the blend on the heated pan making a circular

shape (Make sure the width is about half inches).8. After a while, the Bara turns golden brown in colour.

Flip it upside down.9. Pour some mustard oil over the Bara again.10. When it turns golden brown, your Bara is ready.11. Serve the Bara garnished with carrot, cucumber some

spicy pickles.

Dining with ROCK SITAR

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