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Model Manager Hrishant Bipashwa Rai

Letter to the Editor

To the Editor,Navyaata in a short span of time has indeed become one of my favourite magazines as it is representative of the youth. I love reading Youth Vibe as it provides a space for the youth to express their views. The choice of topics is commendable. The speech by Google founder- Larry Page was inspiring. However, I want to see some change in the Be Inspired section. Although the stories are good, what I noticed is they are all a little aged. I would love to read inspiring tales of successful youths. I know there are plenty and hopefully Navyaata gives them a platform too.

Shikha Ojha, Kalimati

Dear Sir,I loved the whole concept of "youth vibe", about how it brings forth the viewpoint of different people into consideration. But I think that if you involve college going students into the discussion, then it would be more interesting as I think that it'll represent our views too!Hoping to see more interesting topics regarding the education system of Nepal.

Ashmita PyakurelDhobighat

Hey,I am a Nepali based in Italy. I first came across Navyaata over at my friend’s place. All I can say is I was Amazed! Thanks for the awesome piece of contribution! However, since I cannot get access to the magazine here, I check the website out most of the time. I had been waiting for the October issue but it has not been posted. Navyaata is awesome but please post your magazine on the website more promptly. I like Navyaata and hence my concern. Do be prompt. Cheers and luck to the team out there! Make Nepalis proud!

Sarah Thapa GurungItaly

To the Editor,Navyaata is a great magazine, but my friends and I feel that it leans more towards girls. You guys need to work on getting more boys in your magazine. As a youth/fashion magazine, you should not just feature girls on your main fashion features. I believe you guys would get more fans if Navyaata featured more male models. There are plenty of males who have what it takes and want to be featured. Best of luck!

Rajesh ShresthaSanepa


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Photograph: Kishor KayasthaStylist: Sharmila & Akash Rajbhandari

A humanitarian by heart, Shristi Shrestha is our Navyaa Girl for the month of November! If it’s the first time that you’re hearing Shristi’s name, it’s important you know that this London-based sweetie’s gone a long way from being an undergrad student to becoming

one of most sought after Nepalese models in the whole of UK. Currently enrolled in a nursing degree in the UK, Shristi’s true interest lies in helping the helpless. This zeal of hers has even led her to achieve the position of the Goodwill Ambassador for Blind Women’s Cricket Association, UK. As for modeling, Shristi’s a member of the Caramel Asian Model Management, one of the most renowned model management agencies in all of UK. Her most prominent works include modeling for a UK based bridal magazine titled “Bride in Cornwall.” A true professional at whatever she does, do flip through our Fashion Feature to understand what we’re talking about! Out best wishes to you, Shristi! XoXo!

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Rabindra Puri

The Rescuer of Cultural Heritage

Be inspired/ Rabindra Puri

By Amendra PokhrelPhotograph by Usha Pun

“The inspiration for restoration came from the destruction of the traditional houses that was happening

all round. i could not bear to see that.”

Rabindra Puri recalls playing with discarded bicycle tyre as a child, striking it from behind with a stick and running after it

as it glided forward along the dusty trails of Bhaktapur. Each day he and his friends would set out with their tyres to hang out at a place chosen by one of them. “My friends preferred to go to the fields and orchards where we could steal peas or guavas,” says Rabindra, “but when it was my turn I took them to the Durbar Square. I loved to make rounds after rounds of the square and when tired just sit and watch the temples and old structure within the premise.” Only much later did he realize it was the art and the atmosphere of the aesthetically built surroundings that drew him to the place.

“Art was in my blood,” he says. “At my parent’s insistence, however, I had to take up law after my SLC. Luckily from

the second year the classes were held in the morning and I was free to join art classes at Lalit Kala Academy in the afternoon.” The first two years at the academy were very difficult for him. His father had no idea that his son was side by side enrolled in the arts program and gave him only enough pocket money to cover his expenses at the law college. All his pocket money and savings were spent on buying the materials for fine arts. “I was doing well in the Law exams, so my parents never bothered about whatever I was doing,” says Rabindra. Two years at the academy was enough to make a fine sculptor out of him. So when he began making sculptures at home, his whole family was stunned. “I remember my dad telling me ‘Where did you learn all this?’” says Rabindra. “He was full of praise. So the final year at the academy wasn’t as troublesome as the first two as he paid all the expenses.”

After completing his Arts degree in 1990, he joined

Patan Museum as a sculptor. “I entered the museum as a sculptor, but I came out from there well-versed on the subject of traditional architecture,” says Rabindra. Basically he took interest in all the activities and gathered enough knowledge about the traditional architecture to be able to do what an architect could do. But while working at the Patan Museum he was also studying other subjects, and by 1993 he had degrees in four subjects: law, fine arts, commerce and history. The same year he got an opportunity to study fine arts in Germany. After a year of studying he felt there was nothing new that he could learn. So he changed the subject and studied Development Policy, topped the batch, and received a gold medal. “The degree in that subject helped me get a well paying job as a program officer at GTZ when I came back to Nepal,” he says. “The four years at GTZ made me financially strong enough to start something on my own.”

So he did what he had always wanted to do: restore

the charm and beauty of traditional Newari houses. “The inspiration for restoration came from the destruction of the traditional houses that was happening all round,” says Rabindra. “I could not bear to see that.” When he left the coveted job at GTZ to restore old buildings, investing his own money, everybody thought he was out of his mind.

“Since we have been seeing these old structures from childhood, we don’t see any value in them,” he says. “But

anybody who sees these structures for the first time would be

amazed by the intricate art and the hard work and complexities involved in creating them.” The buildings, he says, incorporate religious sentiments and Vaastu philosophy while balancing the aesthetic notions like beauty and harmony. “But very few people know that these structures are technically just as sound as any modern building,” says the man who has studied most of the historic buildings in the Valley.

The Valley is hit by a great earthquake every century.

After every earthquake, according to Rabindra, the people who built traditional houses studied the weaknesses and improved them to absorb the shock. “They made the whole structure more flexible rather than rigid. The houses are made in such a way that they sway during earthquakes, but don’t easily collapse,” he says and further explains, “Take a rigid stick and another one that is more bendable. Apply pressure on both of them and the rigid one will easily break, but the one that is bendy will only lose its shape.” The age of a modern concrete building is said to be 100 years. In Europe they even bring down the houses that are 60-70 years old. But take the case of the Paanch Talle (Nayatapole) Mandir in Bhaktapur that was built in the 17th century during the reign of Bhupatindra Malla. The building survived the earthquake of the 1934 when it was already 300 years old. The Indreshwor Temple of Panauti is another masterpiece built on the principle of traditional architecture in the 13th century.

France and Italy have been promoting their old style

houses and architecture as a focal point of tourism since a long time. India and China too understood the importance of the traditional architecture and started to highlight them in a big way. “But here in Nepal, we are razing down the houses that represent our culture,” he laments. “Can you imagine just half a century ago the whole valley was full of traditionally built houses?” From the big houses to small pattis every structure was beautifully designed



and represented our culture. “If we had started preserving them back then, Kathmandu valley

would have been the largest Cultural Heritage Site in the world,” he declares. “But even if we can save what is left, it would be great.”

Rabindra has been trying to prove through

his work that the traditional houses can be as comfortable, safe and habitable as they are beautiful. Namuna Ghar, in Bhaktapur, is an example. The old Newari houses have kitchen on the top floor so that the smoke produced would go up and not fog the other floors in the house. The first floors usually have small aankhi jhyal (latticed windows) that would deter unwanted intrusions. Also you can see everything outside from such windows but you cannot see what is inside. The rooms are usually small to keep them warm because when these buildings were built the valley had cool temperature the whole year round. Rabindra thinks that the modern concrete buildings lack the warmth and comfort one feels inside a traditionally built house. “That is because the traditional structures use natural elements like wood and naturally prepared mortars. Which one you’d feel more comfortable in: a cotton shirt or a polyester?” he asks.

The first house he restored was Namuna Ghar

in 1999. It was very difficult back then because the workers were already used to destroying old houses and erecting modern concrete buildings. In the old Newari communities anybody who earned some money would destroy the old house and have a concrete house on its place. “And then I come in and ask the workers to make a house that’d look as old as possible,” he says. “Naturally, they were reluctant.”

In 2004, Rabindra Puri received UNESCO Heritage Award

for restoring Namuna Ghar. He is the first and the only person to get such an award in Nepal. “I am proud of being the first one to get such award,” he says, “but unhappy that I am the only one.” There are a lot of heritage buildings and structures that need restoration and he hopes someday somebody does something grander and get recognized for that. Since Namuna Ghar, he has restored 34 buildings like the Tony Hagen House, Nature Club, Greenline Café, and the Lalita Niwas in Baluwataar that was a cowshed and horse stable earlier but today houses Malpi College.

Financially, restoration is a lot cheaper than building a

new house, which is what people do after demolishing the old structure. “The problem is the availability of skilled workers,” says Rabindra. “I am restoring a few old houses in and around the valley; have built four community schools in traditional style in Kavre and Bhaktapur; and working on a housing project in Sanga that will have 70 traditional style houses and the whole area will have an outlook of an old Newari community village. The housing will have dhungedharas, pattis, chautari, mandir, chaitya, etc.” No swimming pool and shopping malls, but everything else that’ll make it look exactly like a traditional Newar community village, he adds. For his projects he needs at least 500 skilled workers, but has been managing with only 170. There is a shortage of workers who could do wood, stone and brick work that goes into making a traditional house. He thinks there are some 400 deft people working at different places in the valley. “Earlier most of them used to fight to work on my projects, but nowadays I have to wait until some of them are free. That means more and more people are interested to restore the old buildings,” he surmises. To deal with the shortage, Rabindra is teaming up with few other culture and heritage enthusiasts to start an institute in Panauti that will provide vocational training on traditional works.

Unavailability of the workers is a big problem. But he

sees that as a positive development for two reasons: “One that the traditional artists of the valley are getting work, and the other at least now we can rest assured that the traditional architecture will survive for a long time to come,” says Rabindra, proud of the fact that his effort to preserve the valley’s heritage revived people’s interest in traditional architecture.

“if we had started preserving the

traditionally built houses 50 years ago, Kathmandu

valley would have been the largest Cultural

Heritage site in the world.”


By Sumati MaharjanPhotographs by Junu Gurung

Chirag Bangdel

I wanted to be an artist, a painter, a writer and then music be came a serious passion of my life.”Chirag relaxes with a cup of tea at home.

He is an inveterate tea drinker

The Artist with Multiple Shades


A bright and colorful painting on canvas looks as solemn as Chirag Bangdel’s face

illumined by the rays of sun streaming through the window. This is the first thing we notice as we enter the living room of Chirag Bangdel’s two storey house in Baneshwor. We were there to spend a day with the celebrated young artist and writer.

Chirag grew up in Darjeeling. His house was on top of the Mirik hill, enclosed by beautiful green forests. The place charmed and inspired the artist and the writer in him right from his early years. “Nature is generally an artist’s first muse, first inspiration. Every artist begins with nature,

so, my eyes wander off to a corner where three guitars of different make, collected by Chirag and his brother, were propped up against the wall. He and his brother jam up every day with their favorite instruments. “My mother hates it when we play guitar at home. What is Rocks and Blues for us, for her it is just annoying noise,” he says.

vents his expressions and thoughts unencumbered, but he claims to be a good listener as well.

Chirag also has worked in television for a long time and he runs a school, where he taught English for a while. But at the moment he’s trying to concentrate more on his writing and his artistic pursuits. “I’ve got no patience at all,” he says. “If I decide to work on something, I try to get over with it immediately. That’s why my poems and stories are very-very short.” Chirag’s minimalistic tendencies can be observed in all forms of art he creates. “Minimalism is the essence of my work. I try to create small-small things that are capable of reflecting the bigger aspects of life,” he says.

“As a young boy I had no idea what I

wanted to be. Later I became

interested in a lot of things. I wanted to be an artist, a painter, a

writer and then music be came

a serious passion of my

life.”

“Minimalism is the

essence of my work. I

try to create small-small things that

are capable of reflecting the bigger aspects of

life.”

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creating his or her own impression of it,” says Chirag. He likes to stay close to the natural world. “When I see Kathmandu mired in pollution and concrete junks, bereft of nature, it disappoints me,” he says. “Sometimes I wonder what I am doing here. I feel I belong to the village,” says Chirag, and smiles slyly as we hear motorbikes vroom off along the street next to his house.

As a young boy he had no idea what he wanted to be. But later he became interested in a lot of things. He wanted to be an artist, a painter, a writer and then music became a serious passion of his life. “People want to do all sorts of thing when they’re a kid; as a grown up you are expected to choose one among all the fields you are interested in,” he says. “But I never grew up; I am still a kid at heart. I just love doing all sorts of creative things.” As he says

When he was in college, he was so much into music that people thought he’d be a musician. “We had formed a band that composed its own music scores and performed on stage,” he says. His fondness for music eventually got him into another creative field: creating and producing Radio programs. He penned and directed the much acclaimed radio play “Voices in the Dark” in 2003. At present he produces and hosts three shows a week. In his shows, he

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Chirag with a painting from “Krishna Radha” series.

Gearing up for a jam up at home.

Chirag at his studio. He produces three shows a week for Image FM.

I wanted to be an artist, a painter, a writer and then music be came a serious passion of my life.”


“When people ask me what I do for living, I tell them, ‘I am an artist’,” he says. “I feel proud at being able to say that.” He confesses that he is terrible at mathematics and making money. “An artist has a totally different lifestyle; they have unique perspective of life that enables them to see things differently,” says Chirag to explain why the satisfaction he gets from art is worth more than materialistic wins. “On Saturdays, I take out all my paint brushes, wash them and let them dry in the sun and feel good about it,” says Chirag for whom art is an adventure. He has never attended an art school and, therefore, has become one of the most recognized self-taught artists in the country. Chirag has had sixteen solo exhibitions in Nepal and a few abroad, including in Germany, Netherlands and recently in Los

What you didn’t know about Chirag Bangdel?: Chirag Bangdel studied in Amrit Science College. Was a band member of Hell ‘n’ Out. Loves Chinese cuisine but can’t do without Dal Bhat every day. Reads a lot of spiritual books. He read Bhagwat Geeta some

months back. Likes to boast about his funky animal-print cup collection. Drinks a lot of tea. Doesn’t mind loosing an argument easily, if that makes his friends

happy. Likes to play Blues and Rock. Admits that he can’t write in Nepali language.

“The joy of

being an artist is that you are not limited

to or by anything.

Angeles. “The joy of being an artist is that you are not limited to or by anything,” he says. People tend to compare him with his granduncle, the renowned writer and artist, Lain Singh Bangdel. Chirag thinks he is lucky to be born as Lain Singh Bangdel’s grandson and very fortunate to get art lessons from him.

Chirag is unmarried. Not that he is against marriage, but he is enjoying the wait for that perfect one. “I like the idea of sharing your life with someone whom you love,” says Chirag, a true Cancerian and a self-proclaimed romantic. Romanticism is reflected in his work, in any form of art.

When Bangdel was young he would read almost anything that he could lay his hands on. But now, he has become very selective. He prefers Indian-English literature from the likes of Jhumpa Lahiri, R.K. Narayan, Arundhati Roy, and a few old Indian writers. He likes to read books that make him think and hopes to come up with something similar very soon.

He loves to paint in his free time. He then shows us the paintings created using prayer flags, photographs and five colors that represent pancha tatwa (the five essential elements). The painting was featured in an award winning Dutch magazine that published a five page write–up about his work. Chirag Bangdel is also working on another solo exhibition, a series about art on paper. There is something unique about his paintings that he brings out to gives us the exclusive glimpse on them. He takes out more of his work from the series of “Muna Madan” and “Radha Krishna”. “It is much easier for us to relate ourselves with “Radha Krishna” and “Muna Madan”,” clarifies Chirag. “These

characters are just any individuals who are so much in love. I am just trying to bring out the feeling of love through these characters.”

While Chirag keeps the paintings back, Bina Bangdel, Chirag’s mother, invites us to the dining table, this time rice, chicken curry, pickle and dal waiting to be savored. And before we leave, we find one more reason that shapes Chirag’s creative instincts: the delicious food cooked by his doting mother.

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A Blissful MarriageAmulya runs a family business and Rachana is the choreographer for Miss Nepal since it began in 1994. The story these two share is amazing and their life chemistry is remarkable! “The Best Mum & Dad,” as their three gems believe them to be; their daughters, Ahilya, Amalia and Anna are the core of their lives and have been keeping this twosome truly awesome. Having met by what we know as “destiny”, the elegant couple shares with us treasures that they have cherished in the form of their children and life till today.

rachana was born and raised in Hong Kong and her visits to nepal were only once in a three-year with her parents. after she moved to nepal, she got busy choreographing the miss nepal events and creating concepts

for shows. Currently she is preparing to open her own institute that will deal with personality development. she also initiated the ‘Women in Concert’ event that she helps conduct ever year to help fund organizations working

towards women’s issues. as the only male child in the family, amulya was pampered by everybody at home. He loved going on short trips

on his motorbike as a teenager. after graduating from college he has been supporting his family business, sharma sangh, a packing and moving company that deals in moving diplomats, businesses and households.

amulya loves cooking and does so for all the family outings.

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of two

Q: What was your idea of an ideal husband/wife before

meeting each other?Rachana: I didn’t have a slightest notion about a would-be husband while I was working in Hong Kong, and the Nepal trip was only a once in a while thing until he happened.Amulya: I certainly did not have an image of a wife in my mind. I was only 24, when I met her and I took a stand in life and just went with my decision. I am happy that we are all here because of that choice I made.

Q: Which one film do you think would best suit you as the leads?Both: Mr. & Mrs. Smith. As you know, they fight, fight, and fight and at the end make peace as if they never had a row to begin with.

Q: A song that would define your love story?Rachana: Undoubtedly, “Meet me in Montana” by Dan Seals.Amulya: It should be “Hero” by Mariah Carey, the song that I used to dedicate to her. But there might be other

songs as well.

Q: You have been married now for 15 years. How has your life changed?Rachana: Change is a part of the life process and obviously marriage changes things significantly. But the love we shared never did and we felt the bond grow stronger after we were blessed with three daughters.Amulya: Life has changed a lot. But I don’t regret the change. We have three beautiful daughters and I love every moment that I spend with my family.

Q: What is the one thing you like the most about each other?Rachana: He is very calm and down-to-earth. Amazingly easy-going, he can adjust to any environment. He’s my strength.Amulya: Even though we are husband and wife, we are more like friends. I love this part of us! And she’s fun to be with.

Q: What is the one thing that you dislike about each other?Rachana: Most of the times he is very relaxed, and if you let him, he’d just prefer to settle in a comfy couch and watch the life pass by. We always need to push him on to have him do something.Amulya: She is forgetful to the point when it starts to get irritating and also clumsy. (Their daughters nod to the clumsy part!)

Q: One thing you wish he/she did just for you?Rachana: I would love it if he bought me an island, a big one!Amulya: She has given me my three darling girls and so there isn’t any other thing I’d expect from her.

Q: You like him most in?Rachana: Nothing at all. (chuckles) Amulya: Jeans & T-shirts

Q: The most romantic moment you have had with each other after marriage?Both: The time we were in Hong Kong with our daughters. We had a pretty romantic trip even if it was ten years after our marriage.

Q: What is your strength as a couple?Both: The five of us! Our daughters are our angels, our love and our strength!

We are like mr. & mrs. smith. as you see in the movie, we fight, fight, and fight and at the end make peace as if we never had a row to begin with.

Q: Who proposed first?Amulya: We were out on a lovely evening walk in Jawalakhel and the roads were not very crowded. All of a sudden, I bent on my knee and asked her to marry me.Rachana: I kept him waiting for three days before saying ‘Yes!’ Well, he knew the answer, but hearing it from me was a great relief for him.

Q: Best gift you have received from him/her?Amulya: My three beautiful daughters.Rachana: It was on my birthday last year when he gifted me a collage of photographs that said, ‘The Best Wife – only with me’, ‘The Best Daughter – only with my parents’ and ‘The Best Mum – only with my daughters!’

Q: Anything you’d like to change about each other?Amulya: The way she is, she’s perfect for me. I wouldn’t want to change anything about her.Rachana: When we’re out at parties, he can’t really cope up with my pace you know. If he can be more active sometimes, it’d be more fun.

Q: What are the names you call each other by?Amulya: ‘Love’, ‘Honey’, ‘Rach’. Depends on the mood. Rachana: ‘Honu’, ‘Honey’, ‘Amul’.


During Tihars I always used to watch my brother endlessly blast off fire-crackers in style. I used to pester my mum to buy me fire-crackers, but she always said, “Kina chaiyo pateka?!” She never listened to my requests but eventually she gave in. So on the day of Bhaitika, I lit the candle and set the pateka’s tail aflame. Within a second I heard a blast and the next thing I felt was a burning sensation on my fingers. Don’t worry readers, I was lucky. The burn wasn’t very bad. My mum hurriedly got a bucket full of cold water and made me dip my hands in it. As a typical Nepali mum, she was on my case 24/7. “Kalle bathi hunu bhaneko thiyo!” she shouted at me. Then my sister who purposely wanted to annoy me sang “khuching!” repeatedly. I attempted to hit her, but she dodged the punch and ran away like an idiot. What I take from that memory is that my mum just wanted me to be safe, my brother was a role model who helped me get over the fear of firecrackers and my sister, who annoyed me, was only trying to cheer me in her own little way for my childish ambition.

Luna Rana Magar, United Kingdom

It was my first Bhaitika in the UK. I was very much excited to spend it with my cousins whom I hadn’t met for 3-4 years. My mom took care of everything that day from food to presents. I have to say that my mom is very poor when it comes to choosing stuffs for teenagers like us. And during this Bhatika, as if to prove my point, she bought some gifts for my cousins all nicely wrapped up in an intensely pink wrapping sheet that had Barbie dolls printed all over. It was as if she was preparing the gift for a one year old girly girl. When I urged her not to use those wrappers, she began to scold me and in spite of my continuous effort she eventually used the same wrapper and I was so embarrassed to be the one to give them those gifts. When they saw the packet the very first thing they said was “Wow!! Nice wrapper sis!” I was already prepared for their sarcastic smiles and comments. Well, whenever I think about Bhaitika that incident always comes to my mind.

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It was the first Bhaitika I was performing after 10 years of being a single child. My little brother was there sitting in front of me with playful and twinkling eyes. My family members were all around shouting instructions on how to go about it. It was like I was worshipping this little cute faced one with small fingers and toes who has no idea that his arrival has added one more name for me by way of a relationship: DIDI. He was enjoying and looking at me curiously as I oiled his hair, put a garland around his neck and dotted his little forehead with rainbow colors. He was trying to catch the clouds of smoke released by the burning incense and putting everything he could lay his hands on into his mouth. Offering him fruits, sweets and seeking his longevity were indeed defining moments of my first Bhaitika that I’ll always remember. The best part was showering him with flowers on his head; my little babu looked so divine and inevitably lovable. From then on I added one more name to my prayers: “SHRANUP,” my little brother.

Rojina Tandukar

When we were kids, Bhaitika was the most enjoyable day of Tihar. But I always remember this one occasion when my little brother created a scene. I was 7 and my little brother was 3. Every Bhaitika, mom used to give my brother some money so that he could give it to me and I had to buy a gift and hand him a present. Things would go that way every Bhaitika. But on this Bhaitika he had to receive tika the same way from a cousin sister. So our mother handed him money as usual so that he could give it to the cousin. So everything began in a traditional way and things were going well, except when it was time to hand over the money to the cousin, he refused. He said he didn’t like her and won’t give her the money. Although it was very rude and his bad behaviour deserved a proper spanking, I still find it hilarious the way he said those words while holding the money. We had to run after him to get that money. Eventually, we got hold of him and asked him to give it to her and say sorry. Many years had passed since the incident but whenever I see them together I still remember that “run-off” Bhaitika.

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Style 1Pair the shirt with a sleek sweater and a ruffled blazer to spice up the ’formal’ look.

Style 2You will need nothing but the shirt for this one. Accessorize with a chunky neckpiece, a nice pair of pumps and most importantly, a confident attitude!

With Androgyny coming back in vogue, the next best shopping destination for all you gals, this fall, has got to be your boyfriends’ closets. And what better piece to grab than the ever trendy and safe, Boyfriend Shirts. Beg, borrow or steal the choice of yours. The key motive is to infuse your wardrobe with inspirations from the “Macho Guy” and Navyaata’s here to teach you just that.


Style 3Mix with a trendy leather jacket and leggings for an edgy take on the boyfriend shirt.

Style 4Bring out the Casual Diva in you by sporting the shirt with a pair of Slim-Fit jeans and a simple belt!

Photographs – Usha PunModel – Vernaz

HOW TO WEAR

How To Wear...Boyfriend Shirts

Boyfriend Shirt by Esprit, Joop!, UWTC, TripureshworBlack Sweater, Ruffled Blazer, Bag by Coach, Black Platforms, Beaded Neckpiece, Green Pumps, Leather Jacket, Slim-Fit Jeans, Printed Pumps, DS Collections, Sherpa Mall


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FIXStyle: Sharmila & Akash RajbhandariPhotographs: Usha Pun

SEVEN DAYS

With the winters right around the corner this November, it’s high time you get your winter gear ready, Guys! But if y’all still confused about just how exactly you’re supposed to dress up this fall, do let us help you! From the must have hoodies to the classic denim shirts, Navyaata’s got all the essentials covered up so that all of you can keep yourselves cozy, without losing your cool. Happy dressing up, people!

Fleece Jacket by Aeropostale, Check Shirt by

LOGG by H&M, Leather Jacket by Guess, Neon Sweater by Armani Exchange, Sweat Shirt by Gap, Denim Shirt by Esprit, all available at DS Collections,

Sherpa Mall.

Khakis by Giordano, Shorts by Hurley, Hoodie by J. Crew, Straight Jeans by Gap, Jacket

by Esprit, all available at Joop!, UWTC, Tripureshwor.

All ready for a trip to the country

Skinny Jeans, Cap, Boots by Dr. Martens,

Converse, Vans, Model’s Own.


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Decently dressed for a formal meet.

The leather jacket’s just for a bike ride around the town.

An extensive session of Basketball!

A casual stroll around the neighborhood.

Denim’s back as a Party wear! All warm & cozy for a Bon Fire Night!


Closed Shoes

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a universal truth: “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” But that’s no excuse to overlook another item that no gal can do without. an item that lets her carry her world around and keeps all her essentials sound and safe. if it’s the lavish rides or high-tech gizmos that define a man, then it’s the handbag that distinguishes a woman. Learn about the top 6 ‘it’ bags to find out why and how they might have inspired any sac you’ve purchased till date.

Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy BagThe name’s familiar to almost everyone. One of the most valuable brands in the world today, Louis Vuitton is known for what it does best, making luxury leather goods. And its most famous bag’s got be the Monogram Speedy. Spotted with the likes of the legendary, Audrey Hepburn, to pop phenomenon, Jessica Simpson, the Monogram Speedy bag never seems to run out of style. Made out of calf skin, a Monogram Speedy is completely waterproof and is highly resistant to surface scratches, perfect for long travels. This iconic bag starts approximately at $675.

Alexander McQueen Novak Bag

McQueen’s attempt to create an epic bag with the famous Kim Novak, known best for

her blazing role in Hitchcock’s Vertigo, as his inspiration, resulted in an

edgy bag with perfect details and precise stitching—the one and only Alexander McQueen Novak Bag. At anywhere from $1200 to $13,000 a piece, Novak’s got all the qualities to achieve the ‘cult’ status and is a must have for any ladies looking forward to that investment piece that

assures you high quality along with McQueen’s trademark edginess.

Balenciaga Motorcycle BagOther than its feminine bubble skirts and ultra-modern shaped dresses, the house of Balenciaga is well known for its range of Motorcycle Bags. One of the ‘It’ bags that started the bag mania for all bagholics, the Motorcycle bag is one of fashion’s biggest trends till today and is spotted by any WWM (Woman Who Matter) in Hollywood. Crafted from Italian calf leather and distressed to add character, the Motorcycle bag is known for its unique, relaxed shape and feel. The company’s kept in mind the need for authenticity as every Motorcycle bag comes with a silver engraved identification plate with a serial number.

IT Bags: The Must Haves on Every Girl’s Wish ListBy Akash Rajbhandari

Bottega Veneta Sloane Woven Hobo Bag

While the name Bottega Veneta may not be as popular as Chanel or Prada, this Italian fashion house has managed to create a name for itself in the fashion world in a short time, primarily for its leather weaving technique, known as intrecciato, which remains a signature of the brand. A result of the technique is the Bottega Veneta Sloane Woven Hobo Bag, a simple yet sophisticated sac known best for its precise basket woven details. The Hobo bag’s managed to create quite a hysteria among many celebrities such as Reese Witherspoon, Miley Cyrus and Jessica Alba. A Hobo Bag starts from $1400.


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Chanel Quilted 2.55 Bag

No ‘It’ list can be complete without mentioning the ultra-exclusive house of Chanel. And it’s most renowned ‘It’ bag is no other than the Quilted 2.55. First born in the year 1955 A.D., hence the name 2.55, the Quilted 2.55 was designed by Coco Chanel to create a handbag that needn’t be carried in arms, thus freeing a lady’s hand. The bag’s design constitutes elements that reflect Coco’s upbringing in an orphanage. The double chains on the bag represent the key chains of the orphanage caretakers whereas the zipper compartment on the inside of the front lap is rumored to be the area where Coco Chanel stored her love letters in her original bag. The bag’s quintessential feature, the quilted design, is inspired by the quilting on Jockey Coats. Seen in the hands of the ultra-famous Madonna and Gossip Girl’s Blake Lively, a Chanel Quilted 2.55 Bag can cost anywhere from $1800 to $3000.

Illustrations By: Jameson Simpson

Hermès Birkin Bag

First created in the year 1984 A.D., the Birkin Bag today is world’s No. 1 “It Bag”. It is the only bag in the world with its own “spa treatment,” that is, if you’re ready to pay $100’s for it. Named after the famous actress cum singer, Jane Birkin, a Birkin Bag is handmade by experienced craftsmen/women in Paris, France, and can take up to an average of 48 hours to make. Hermès had a waiting list for anyone who wanted to purchase the bag until 2005 A. D and it holds the title of being the bag ‘with the longest waiting list in all of history’, precisely 6 years. A Birkin bag can go anywhere from $9,000 to $1,50,000. With the latter sum one can purchase a Porsche Cayman!

Marc Jacobs Stam Bag

Looking for a large bag? A bag that’s instantly recognizable and soft as a pillow at the same time? The Marc Jacobs Stam bag is the answer, Fashionistas! Named after the Canadian super model, Jessica Stam, who is a close friend of Marc Jacobs, the Stam bag’s most known for its quilted feel, kiss-lock closure and a wacky range of colors to choose from, the Petrol Blue being the rarest of them all. Almost every lady in Hollywood owns a Stam and Nicky Hilton’s known to own one in every color. The Marc Jacobs Stam Bag retails for $1450

Alexander Wang Coco Duffel Bag

Time for some Asian Inspiration, People! Born to Taiwanese immigrants, Alexander Wang had his iconic bag, the Coco Duffel, reach an ‘It’ status in quite a short time. With the likes of the Olsen twins sporting it way before its debut on the Runway, the Coco Duffel managed to generate a worthy buzz among many fashionistas in ’09. Unlike many of the ‘It’ bags, the Coco Duffel is moderately priced at $850, and with the soft leather finish and the gold studded base, it’s the edgiest bag you will find in the market.


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RUNWAYTHE NAVYAATA WAY

From tuxedos to trench coats, furs and even kilts, the women’s fashion scene is spotting a new trend: It’s the disheveled look that’s in craze. If you want to go for the throw-on-and-go look, the best place to start is with your boyfriend’s tux or jacket.

Photograph : Usha PunModel : Grishma Shakya

Boyfriend Blazer, DS Collections, Sherpa Mall Silver Leggings, DS Collections, Sherpa Mall Ankle Length Peep-Toe Boots, DS Collections, Sherpa Mall

Style By Sharmila & Akash Rajbhandari


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Navyaata/MAKE-OVER

TIPS: Don’t play too much with your hair—

the curls will go. Don’t run a brush through your hair.

What our model has to say: Thank you tons Navyaata! I didn’t know that I could look so bold and different.

A Bold FAceliFtYou are a simple person with a plain look. But you have a party coming up where you must flaunt your not-so-plain self. The makeup, hairstyle and dress, everything has to be worked out in a way that will help you stand out in the crowd. Navyaata has come up with a bold makeover that can give a bold facelift to even those with a very plain look.

Hair:Items needed: Gel spray, Talcum powder, Section clips, Hair curling Rods, Hair Spray

Comb your hair and part it into zigzag sections, a V shaped partition is recommended.

Apply gel spray over strands, taking little sections of hair each time.

Set the rod to your hair and after a few seconds, unfold the strands.

Follow the same for all other strands. Use a hair spray over your hair so that the curls set for a longer

period of time.

Make up: Cleanse your face and apply a toner. Apply a moisturizer and foundation over it. Apply some diamond highlight. Apply eye shadow that goes with the color of your dress for a

striking result. Apply a lipstick that gives a contrast or shores up your clothes

(not ALWAYS red lipstick! says Pabi) Apply some kohl pencil, thicken it according to your wish. Apply eye liner and then mascara on your eyelashes for the

stunning effect! Finally, layer your lips with a nude lipstick and there you go—

astounding everybody!

Model: Srijana Gurung

Hairstyle: Santosh Kr.

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every now and then, a particular trend completely sweeps the runways around the world and the very next minute, it becomes history. But, then again, there are some styles

that stay forever, reinventing themselves through time and setting an unforgettable impact every time they make an appearance into the scene. One such trend that is sure to become a staple for any fashionistas around the world this ‘010 is got to be Bohemian Trend.

So what exactly is the Bohemian trend? Often referred to as being Boho-chic or the hobo look, Bohemian, if to be literal, refers to a person who ‘leads an alternative lifestyle’. In fact, it is the practice of an unconventional lifestyle, often in the company of like-minded people, involving musical, artistic or literary pursuits, with few permanent ties. Non-conformist by nature, Bohemians led a radical lifestyle that had no boundaries. This notion of ‘freewill’ that existed among the Bohemians made their culture contrary to the one being practiced in France at that timeframe. Three hundred years later, to be precise, during the early 1800’s, a significant group of artists and students in France adopted the Bohemian way of life. They defied government rules, renounced their private property and led a communal life with carefree moral values. Art and literature were the core element of their work and lives.

While Bohemian was initially used to describe people or a lifestyle, it, today, connotes a trend that is all about expressing one’s individuality and naturalness. The original Bohemians admired beauty and surrounded themselves with it in resourceful ways, using flowing fabrics and vibrant colors and integrating various ethnic influences in it. In the fashion world, the state of mind of a bohemian is transferred into styles that embrace ethnic influences and comfort, accessories and shoes of many color mixtures and most importantly, aim at looking shabby but chic. Some of the world renowned designers that have been able to capture this ‘Boho’ essence in their creations include Marc Jacobs, Dian Von Furstenberg, Anna Sui, Vivienne Westwood, Missoni, Chloé and Roberto Cavalli. As for celebrities, who absolutely love the Bohemian look, include the likes of the famous twins, Mary Kate & Ashley Olsen, Sienna Miller, Kate Moss, Nicole Richie and Mischa Barton.

There is no hard or fast rule when it comes to dressing Bohemian. The Boho-chic fashion incorporates vintage to ethnic clothing and gives one the freedom to layer fabrics, mix prints and accessorize fearlessly. One should look for texture, color, length, volume and pattern when choosing the layers and is free to make use of various bracelets, bangles, necklaces as the Boho look benefit’s a lot from the use of accessories. The most common pieces worn to achieve the Boho Chic look include prairie skirts, broom skirts, ankle length embroidered dresses, tunics and kaftans.

navyaata/FASHIONreportBoho Chic: Express The Free Spirit In YouBy Akash Rajbhandari

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. . .for guys to wear girl ’s hairbands . . .for very young girl to wear make-up . . .to order expensive food in a restaurant

just because someone is giving you a treat

...to ignore a friend of yours if you don’t like him/her

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. . .to wear flats al l the time if you are not comfortable in heels

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. . .to have a house party when your parents are away . . .for a girl to wear a wig if she goes bald . . .to ride an old but wel l maintained bike . . .to pretend talk ing on a phone in publ ic places,

when you get bored waiting for someone

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...to steal a book from a library

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to facebook

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From TV soap operas and movies to pop music, Asian youths can’t seem to get enough of the Korean culture and its good-looking stars. Dramas like “Autumn in My Heart”, “Winter Sonata”, “Dae Jang Geum” (Jewel in the Palace), and “Princess Hours” were broadcasted across East and Southeast Asia. These dramas opened the lives of Koreans to the world. Whether it was the realistic stories or the beauty of Korean people, these dramas stroked the perfect chord with the viewers and became instant successes. Increase in the number of viewers of Korean soaps compelled the broadcasters to air more Korean dramas.

In countries like China, India and Japan, state and national television channels started broadcasting Korean dramas. Kantipur Television in Nepal aired Winter Sonata for the first time in 2008. But long before that Nepalese youth were already exposed to the Korean culture through movies and music. Movies like “My Sassy Girl, My Lil’ Bride” was among the first ones watched by the Nepali viewers. What they saw, they liked, and within a few months the Korean fever caught on. The sale of Korean DVDs rocketed through the roof. “Most of the youngsters who come to my shop always ask for Korean movies and dramas. The demand for Korean soaps keeps growing,” says Prakash Shrestha who has been selling Korean movies and soaps for six years now. What started as an effort by the Korean government to redeem their economy by utilizing their cultural industry has now become a global phenomena. Today, Korea is one of the top ten cultural exporters in the world and Korean entertainment industry is worth billions of dollars.

The growing success of Korean dramas was soon matched by Korean movies, Korean pop music,food and language. Although Korean Wave rides high throughout Asia, it’s influence is largely seen in China, Japan and South East Asia, and is gradually spreading to India, Pakistan, the Middle East, and Central Asia. The wave that never quite reached the American entertainment industry has now been successful in expanding its influence beyond Asian borders. Hallyu or Korean Wave has a growing presence in Central and South America, and is gradually becoming popular in the United States and Canada as well. Korean movie stars are now among the highest paid actors outside Hollywood. Their popularity has landed them roles in the international ventures. Lee- Byung-Han, the lead actor in “All

Ridinghigh on the Korean WaveFrom Food to FashionBy Tsering Dolker Gurung

gone are the days when asked to name his or her favorite idol, a youngster would cry out the names of some indian or american superstar. Today, it is the Korean actors and pop stars who rule the hearts of the youth all over the asian countries and the rest of the world. nepali youth are no exception. Walk down the streets of Kathmandu and you’ll see many youths dressed like their favorite Korean celebs, talking in accented nepali that makes you wonder whether they are actually speaking nepali or Korean. although Korean Wave (as the Korean Phenomenon has been termed) washed asia in the late nineties, it hit nepal only recently. But the influence is so strong that it looks like it is here to stay for a long time.


In,” a popular Korean drama was cast as Storm Shadow in “G. I. Joe: The rise of Cobra”. Kim Yunjin and Daniel Dae Kim were cast in in “Lost”, an American TV series, followed by Sandra Oh in “Grey’s Anatomy” and James Kyson Lee in “Heroes”.

Hankook Sarang, a popular Korean restaurant in Thamel, was the only Korean restaurant when it was opened eight years ago. The owner says, “When we first

opened we didn’t see many locals coming. I guess people were scared to try the food. It was mostly foreigners or the Nepalese who had been to Korea who would come to our restaurant.” But that’s all changed now. These days, Hankook sees more Nepali guests than foreigners. And it is the youth who make up the majority of its customers. “We have many regulars now,” says the manager of Hankook Sarang. Although the business is good, at times he feels Nepalese youth are trying too hard to emulate Koreans. “There have been many incidents where the youngsters especially girls drink Soju (a Korean alcohol) and get wasted and create scenes. Such scenes are often the part of Korean movies where girls when sad get drunk and try to gain sympathy from guys,” he says. “In the movies it always works, but in reality, things are different.” Saurav Rai, a student who has seen many such incidents says, “When I see girls trying to act like Korean actresses by getting wasted, I don’t find it cute. Instead I think it makes them look desperate.”

With greater demand for Korean food, Korean restaurants are mushrooming all across Kathmandu. There are now about eight Korean restaurants in the Thamel alone. The popularity isn’t limited to food. The Korean Shop at Chakrapath, the Korean Mart at Lainchaur and the Korean Parlor are some of the shops that have used the word “Korean” to attract customers. Korean Mart in Lainchaur, a grocery store, sells Korean products like Ramen (Korean noodles), Soju, Kimchi, Sea weed, Daeng jung (Mustard Sauce). It hasn’t been long since the shop opened, but it is already proving to be

Riding high on the Korean Wave

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Korean soaps available

in the market. It is very

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night. Even when I am

out with my friends I’ll

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in the soap. I just love

their stories and the

actors are all very good

looking.”

Tenzin Dorjee

His clothes are very

much inspired from

the Korean actors. He

especially follows the

way Lee Minho, who

played Gu-Jun-Pyo

in the hit soap Boys

Over Flowers dresses.

“““‘I love the way they

dress. It is so creative

and I think it suits me

well,”’’’’’”” Says Tenzin.


popular among the youth. The Korean Shop at Chakrapath is probably the oldest Korean shop in the capital. When it opened it was popular for electronic goods. “People came to the store to buy rice cookers and blankets,” says a sales person at the mart. “Now it is young people, especially girls, who come here to look for clothes and eatables. Recently the shop opened its branch at Boudha owing the success in Chakrapath.”

What is it about Koreans that so strongly attracts youth? The answer may be the physical attractiveness that many Korean stars have. From their perfectly shaped body to well proportioned nose to pretty eyes, Korean stars are proving to be an epitome of beauty. But one should know what one sees on TV is not always real. Majority of the Korean celebrities have gone under the needle to get the so called desirable looks. In Korea, surgeons estimate that at least one in 10 adults has received some form of surgical upgrade and even tots have their eyelids done. Cosmetic surgery has been on the rise which has affected the youths there too. Many Korean youngsters ask their parents for cosmetic surgery as birthday gifts. The pressure to look perfect all the time is stressful and has led to depression that often ends in suicides.

From clothes, hairstyle to food habits, Nepali youths have taken up strong liking to everything Korean. It is not wrong to emulate something nice.

Akash

RajbhandariHe likes to download all

the new Korean songs

as soon as they are

uploaded on the internet.

Akash doesn’t speak or

understand Korean, but

knows the lyrics to all the

popular songs. He says, “The

beats are catchy and the

music videos, phenomenal.

There are many things that we can learn from Koreans: their respectful nature, the way they care for their environment (it is mandatory to recycle in Korea) and their hardworking nature. But we ignore these qualities and go after the fake eyes, the cosmetically done nose and the stylish clothes.

Let me share the incident that inspired me to write this article. I was traveling in a micro where I heard a girl, probably in her teens, say to her friend “Hopa-soh.” I have studied Korean and I know there is no such word. It was a wrong imitation of the word “Yop-so-yoe” which means “Hello”. Throughout the half-hour ride I heard them chat about the Korean boys, Korean soaps, Korean food and Korean fashion. They were obviously obsessed with the Korean culture. But they are not alone. Like these girls, there are many more youngsters who have been swept by the Korean wave.


FASHION FEATURE

RUN OF SHOW

Style By Sharmila & Akash RajbhandariPhotography By Kishor Kayastha

From the ever trendy jumpsuits to the fashion-police-proof trenches, here is a reminder of just some of the best pieces that walked down the runway during the Navyaata Fashion Party this September.

Patterned Lace Dress, Metallic Neckpiece, DS Collections, Sherpa Mall


FASHION FEATURE

Lace, a feminine girl’s favorite. Don’t youoverdo it, don’t you underestimate it. A chic way to use it: Pair with the famous McQueen’s trademark as a little animal impact can go a long way to bring out the Oomph factor in you.

Laced Satin Dress, Snake Print Embossed Bolero, DS Collections, Sherpa MallStudded Heels, Model’s Own


Stripped Tee and Skirt, DS Collections, Sherpa MallBlue Platforms, Model’s Own

Salute the Navy look! the stripped attire’s come a long way from being a staple of the Sea Captains! Engage the look for a fun, flirty day around the city!


FASHION FEATURE

Grey Jumpsuit, Broad Belt, DS Collections, Sherpa Mall


If you thought knitwear looked plain or dull, it’s time you think again. A short sweater dress, finished with a pair of bright tights and sexy ankle boots, is just perfect for the winter that’s on its way.

Grey Sweater Dress, Purple Tights, Studded Belt, DS Collections, Sherpa MallAnkle Length Ribbon Boots, Model’s Own


FASHION FEATURE

Winter’s just not winter without this iconic piece. No longer are trenches black, blue or grey. It’s all about the colors this fall, Girls! So, go grab them fast as this investment will certainly get you noticed throughout the season.

Blue Trench Coat by Guess, Red Leggings, Red Hat, DS Collections, Sherpa Mall


It’s a color with many associations-lust, love, anger. But in fashion, red’s a shade that’s there to stay forever. If you’re looking for a sexy alternative to the LBD, the red gown’s your best pick!

Ruffled Red Gown, DS Collections, Sherpa Mall

Photographs by Kiskor Kayastha


Name: Shristi ShresthaStatus: SingleAge: 22Height: 5’10profession: Student & ModelIf Modeling hadn’t worked out, you would be: An Actress.Your greatest feature has to be: My SmileFetish: Vintage Clothes & Shoes.Number of pair of shoes you own: 60!Favorite Fashion Capital: Paris

HAVe YoUr SAY oN:Navyaata: Innovative at the same time, very youthful. It’s that one Nepali Magazine I look forward to seeing every month.pressure to look thin as a Model: An issue that needs some serious attention!

YoU:Are insecure about: Losing the ones closest to me, my family and my peers. Like men most in: A nice pair of Jeans and a simple Tee will do!Abide to labels such as: None in particular! I usually pick whatever looks good on me!Smell of: Miss Dior Cherie by Christian Dior

SHRISTI SHRESTHA wAS a gooD KiD BaCK in SCHOOl

an undergrad student, a model, a humanitarian, shristi shrestha certainly knows how to multitask and make the best use of her time! after mesmerizing the entire K Town with her charms in her recent trip to nepal, shristi was last spotted walking the ramp of the TgiF nepal Fashion Week 2010. Continue reading to know more about this sweetie!PHoTograPHY BY KisHor KaYasTHa

PROFIlE

Never leave home without: My cell phone.Get mad when: Things don’t go my way especially, when I’ve put so much effort and planning into it.Are happy when: When my family and friends are there to accompany me.Are carrying: A Blackberry cell phone at the moment.

YoUr CHoICe:Dogs, Cats or Men as pets: Dogs, after all they are faithful.London or Kathmandu: London and KathmanduLife in the UK or life in Nepal: UK for now, Nepal for the future!oatmeal or Cornflakes: Oatmeal

1. the first thing that you notice about guys: How they carry themselves around!2. Number of boyfriends till date: One!3. Your First Kiss: Is a secret I will never tell! XoXo!4. Have you ever had a crush on any of your teachers: Unfortunately, all my teachers were always old.5. A Bitchy thing you did back in School: I was too good to do anything naughty back then! Haha!

6. Name any 3 lead actors of any 3 Indian Soaps: Now that’s a tough one cause I seriously ain’t much of a TV Person.7. the naughtiest thing that you’ve ever done: I remember the day I turned 18 and in the UK, that meant it was legal for one to visit clubs and bars! Me and my friends couldn’t keep ourselves from going to one. So, in order to disguise myself, I stuffed a huge Teddy Bear on my bed and covered it with a sheet and quietly sneaked out from my room in the middle of the night for a fun night! 8. If not earth, which other planet would you want to be in: Mars and you know why! (Laughs)9. what comes after pa: Fha (Nepali Font)


PROFILE


Recovering has never been so numb, distant, new, confident, liberating, and at the same time, haunting. I suppose that is because I’ve never experienced something like my 6 months with him. I now realize that description sounds contradictory, but if you’re human you know well what it is to feel a range of emotions all at once. I cannot get myself to think, reminisce,

or write about him. I have literally swept it all under my bed because it’s too much to process, too many emotions to suppress, so most of the time when people ask “How are you” I try and smile and answer “Great.” Actually it was the longest roller coaster of emotions; now I am drained. I wrote about how much I’ve changed, and how I wouldn’t know how that change would manifest until I got here. Well, that change is becoming clear to me now. Now I care about my body, my health, my well being, myself. I am much more skeptical of people. I am jaded. I am content with staying in one place. I am grateful something feels like home. I am realizing not everything that has purpose is for good. I am allowing myself to indulge in the aspects of life I took for granted. I am running from nostalgia. I am lonely, and I want to be loved. I do not have much of myself to give away. I am finally entertaining my creativity. I am facing my pain without asking questions like “Why?” I am learning to forgive. I must be OK with not knowing. I have to accept the ambiguity of my last months with him. Not only accept it but live with it and realize that when I’m 50 I will wish I could return to a time when my future was a giant question mark. Here’s to the classes I have yet to take, the mistakes I will surely make, my future heart aches (I’m a poet?), the people I have yet to meet, and the dreams that are yet to come true.

If a dream doesn’t turn out how you’d hoped, that doesn’t mean it didn’t come true.

Numb....photograph by Usha Pun


Aa hai Bhana mera bhaiho, deusirey, Aa hai ramrari bhana, deusirey…

The singers clad in Dauraa Suruwal and Fariyaa Choli sing the traditional Deusi song. Though the dances are extemporized, they follow a natural rhythm. The Maadal is well tuned. The lyrics, in one single flow of harmonious melody, conveys the essence of how the singers want the people in the house to be successful, wealthy and healthy. Danc-ing and singing, they go around showering bless-ings to all the neighborhood houses irrespective of the amount of money they get in dakshina. Most of the times, the Deusays (as the singers are referred) are just as happy to collect nanglos full of delicious festive dishes, fruits and flowers.

I’m never gonna be there for you…The attire is western. The guitars are electric. The lyrics is drowned out by the clangorous sound pro-duced by the various instruments, and the blessings smothered by an euphoria that in no way relates to the centuries old tradition. The songs are not Nepali, and even when they are, they aren’t folk. The dakshina is one of the major expectations, as the preplanned fun with the night’s collection weighs heavily in the minds of Deusays. The practice starts long before “the” day. Dances are composed in non Nepali songs. Versions of “guitarpro” are updated for the access to the right tabs. Microphones are hired. Invitations are left at the gates of the houses of friends and relatives and those who are “worth it”. And as the day of Deusi approaches, the families at whose gate the invitations were left begin to sweat: “How much dakshina should we give? I’d rather they don’t come.”

By Ashish Baiju and Bartika Rai


Everything in our society is slowly getting westernized. What is even more worrisome is that our own culture is on the verge of being rooted out and replaced by those from beyond the boundary. For music there are no boundaries. Granted. But, distorting culture? Deusi is the preserve of our folklore and culture. It dates back to the earliest of times in our society. Probably, it is only in the villages that Deusi is still celebrated in its original form. Tihar or Deepawali is one of the two most popular Nepali festivals. People assem-ble at neighbours’ houses and sing songs to celebrate common prosperity and well being. Some tap Maadals, others play Sarangis and the rest just clap and hoot like they do while singing traditional Nepali songs. The objec-tive was primarily to have fun and celebrate. Deusi of yesterday and today are like chalk

and cheese. The alteration in the sound, the shift in the genre and the corrup-tion in the cultural value attached to the celebration has made the distortion come full circle.

“We are planning on hiring better speakers this time. We regretted the quality last time. We raised 28,000 rupees after going to just 10 houses. We plan to do better this year!” says Sambandha, 19. Doing better for Sambandha and his group means amassing more money. The group has already decided on the songs they’ll play this year: Metallica, Jack Johnson, Aerosmith and Nirvana. When asked if they are also singing some Nepali songs he says, “Yes, we are planning on Albatross and we have the deusirey song in Nepali.” When questioned if they knew of Bali Raja, most of them gave puzzled expressions. Rateesh, however, said, “I know the part in the song which goes like ‘hami tesaii aayeka hainauu, bali rajale pathaayeka’.” He started laughing and we all shared a Navya-laughter moment! Isn’t it strange that the so called Deusay singers perform every year but never do they bother to know about the historical and cul-tural significance of Deusi. Although there are people who continue to perform Deusi songs in a completely cultural manner, singing folk songs accompanied by Maadal and Sarangi, they are easily outnumbered by those who are out there to make money.

“I find the Maadal and stuff really boring,”

says Awasnee, 20. “I sleep most of the nights of Tihar away after I am done with the lighting of diyos. The only time I come out of the house is when there’s a group performing rock music.” Kishor, 29, says, “It gets difficult when people come to play Deusi with prior invitations. The inflation rate is already high. And then the Tihar is already expensive. The dak-shina that has to be given every time some group comes in makes it difficult. Things are not like in the villages. If you give them a Rs. 50 note, they will not take it seriously.”

It’s supposed to be a time for celebrations, cheers, lights and all smiles. Then, is the pressure on the families justified? Tihar is about lights and doing our bits to lighten up the lives of others and ourselves. We may still play for the sake of money and fun and we may use either Maadals and Sarangis or guitars and drums, but what we should not forget is that it is ultimately people’s faith in the culture that has carried forward the tradition of Deusi. Too much distortion might turn them away from their belief in the significance of Deusi and spell the end of the tradition itself.


Surprisingly, these days we can see bottles stacked up even in the shelves of our neighborhood grocery stores.

Raising ToastWithout Getting Tipsy...hicBy Sumati MaharjanPhotographs by Junu Gurung


The response is universal. Drinking as cultural phenomena is very common not only in the western countries but also among many Nepali social groups like Newars, Magars and Kirants, with members of other communities catching up fast with the trend. Thanks to the movies and the pop culture as seen on the television shows like in MTV, people are not only taking their first sip at an age that was until recently considered bizarre, but in their zeal to experiment, youths are becoming more experienced than the so called veteran drinkers. In this issue, we had four youths discuss the upsides and downsides of drinking. They say the culture itself won’t take on a bad name if those who go out of the way to get tanked up learn how to drink responsibly.

Has drinking become a social need?

Akash Shrestha: Yes and No. In most cases it is about your own interest rather than a social need. To some, like those who belong to the Newar community, drinking sort of becomes a social need. But I also know families that forbid drinks to young ones until they reach a certain age. Asmee Shrestha: I second Akash in that. But drinking can also become a social need if everyone in your friend’s circle drinks.Ashwini Palikhe: I don’t think so. I can mingle with friends just as well without drinking.Eraj Rajbhandari: Not exactly! Like, if you hang out with friends who drink then you might have to drink due to peer pressure. But with family, it is different. Cultural background or parent’s attitude will play a major role in that case.

When did you start drinking?

Akash Shrestha: I have been drinking since I was a kid, maybe from the time I was 6 or 7 years old. I am a Newar and liquors are considered sacred and drinking a part of our rituals.Asmee Shrestha: I started drinking very recently. But my drinking spells are limited to one or two pegs.

Eraj Rajbhandari: I tried my first drink for an experience.

What is your choice of place to drink? Akash Shrestha: TNT, Zaika, bars, at a gathering with friends. At home I drink only during rituals or the Newari Bhoj and pujas.

I have been drinking since I was a kid, maybe from the time I was 6 or 7 years old. I am a Newar and liquors are considered sacred and drinking a part of our rituals.

Asmee Shrestha: I never drink anywhere other than at the family parties and gatherings.Ashwini Palikhe: I rarely go out for a drink. But when I do, it is usually to Zaika.Eraj Rajbhandari: Any of the nice bars in town.

What influences your drinking habit?

Akash Shrestha: Friday nights, when friends are around.Asmee Shrestha: When I’m in a mood to have fun I go out with my close friends or cousins for drink.Eraj Rajbhandari: I drink at family functions or occasionally with friends.

Whom do you prefer to drink with?

Eraj Rajbhandari: It depends on the occasion. For example, if it is the last day of the exam, I’d prefer to go out and drink with friends. But during festivities or functions, family always comes first.

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Participants: Akash Shrestha, 19, a Malpi graduate; Asmee Shrestha, 17, a Malpi graduate; Ashwini Palikhe, 18, a student at National College; Eraj Rajbhandari, 18, a Rato Bangala graduate.

The swoosh produced by the drink poured into a glass

always manages to turn heads around and raise eyebrows, often cynical and sometimes excited.

Eraj Rajbhandari: It’s been four years since I started drinking. I was just fifteen back then.

Why did you start drinking?

Asmee Shrestha: Of course, the curiosity factor was always there. Besides, my sisters and cousins had been insisting that I drink. So I started drinking to socialize or else I’d feel left out even in my close family circle.Ashwini Palikhe: My first swig was with my father. It tasted good the first time. When I tried again, I didn’t like it at all.


Akash Shrestha: I enjoy drinking with friends rather than family. Asmee Shrestha: I prefer to drink with my family and very close friends. I feel the most comfortable then. Ashwini Palikhe: Family is fine. With friends it should be fun, but I’ve hardly done any drinking with them yet.

In what ways one might be affected by the drinking culture?

Akash Shrestha: If you drink to the limit, it’ll neither affect your health nor your social status. But if you drink beyond your capacity then it might lead to some disastrous accidents, and could stigmatize your social status. Wastage of money is another downside of overdrinking. Asmee Shrestha: Heavy drinking can not only ruin your health but also give you a very bad name in society. Besides, excessive drinking will bring unnecessary trauma to the drinker and his family.Ashwini Palikhe: People think it’s great to get drunk and lose the sense of reality as it makes them feel free of troubles. But when you come back to your senses you feel worse. Eraj Rajbhandari: I think it is fine for people who work all day long to drink a little to relax. But those who get tanked up every day, they will not only ruin their health but also end up with psychological disorders. Such people would be shunned by their own family and friends and the society as a whole. The drinking culture itself is not bad; it all depends on how responsibly you drink.

People think it’s great to get drunk and lose the sense of reality as it makes them feel free of troubles. But when you come back to senses

you feel worse.

How often do you drink?

Akash Shrestha: Friday nights for sure. Then come treats and small parties that my friends throw once in a while. Last, but not the least, during our festivals.Asmee Shrestha: I drink on special occasions. But we don’t mind opening a bottle and enjoying the moment when our near and dear ones are around.Ashwini Palikhe: Rarely.

What should be the age bar for drinking?

Akash Shrestha: Although I started drinking from the age of six because of our tradition, I think people shouldn’t be allowed to drink before they are nineteen!. Asmee Shrestha: Eighteen, I guess!Ashwini Palikhe: Those who are grown enough to have a full control

over themselves should be allowed to drink. But society can’t rely on such hypothetical assumptions, so I think the age bar for drinking should be twenty-one.Eraj Rajbhandari: I think by twenty years of age, most people would have matured enough not only to know the pros and cons of drinking but also about one’s responsibilities.

The large variety of wines available in the market is a proof that drinking culture is gaining favor among Nepali people. Apart from the dealers at every turn along the main streets of the cities, we have a number of bars and hotels that serve all kinds of wine. Surprisingly, these days we can see bottles stacked up even in the shelves of our neighborhood grocery stores. As a result not only adults, even young people have taken to drinking. In the given scenario, rather than wishing the drinking culture away, the government should regulate and control drinking through awareness campaigns and strict regulations so that drinking related crimes and accidents can be minimized

What is your favorite drink?Akash Shrestha: My favorite is Vodka and Sprite with lots of ice.Asmee Shrestha: A glass of wine any day, be it red or white.Ashwini Palikhe: Mango Slice!Eraj Rajbhandari: Water! (Laughs).


I don’t know what to say really. Three minutes to the biggest battle of our professional lives all comes down to today. Either we heal as a team or we are going to crumble. Inch by inch play by play till we’re finished. We are in hell right now, gentlemen believe meandwe can stay here and get the shit kicked out of us orwe can fight our way back into the light. We can climb out of hell. One inch, at a time. Now I can’t do it for you. I’m too old. I look around and I see these young faces and I think I meanI made every wrong choice a middle age man could make. I uh....I pissed away all my money believe it or not. I chased off anyone who has ever loved me. And lately,I can’t even stand the face I see in the mirror. You know when you get old in life things get taken from you. That’s, that’s part of life. But,you only learn that when you start losing stuff. You find out that life is just a game of inches. So is football. Because in either game life or football the margin for error is so small. I meanone half step too late or to early

you don’t quite make it. One half second too slow or too fast and you don’t quite catch it. The inches we need are everywhere around us. They are in ever break of the game every minute, every second. On this team, we fight for that inch On this team, we tear ourselves, and everyone around us to pieces for that inch. We CLAW with our finger nails for that inch. Cause we know when we add up all those inches that’s going to make the fucking difference between WINNING and LOSING between LIVING and DYING. I’ll tell you this in any fight it is the guy who is willing to die who is going to win that inch. And I know if I am going to have any life anymore it is because, I am still willing to fight, and die for that inch because that is what LIVING is. The six inches in front of your face. Now I can’t make you do it. You gotta look at the guy next to you. Look into his eyes. Now I think you are going to see a guy who will go that inch with you. You are going to see a guy who will sacrifice himself for this team because he knows when it comes down to it, you are gonna do the same thing for him. That’s a team, gentlemen and either we heal now, as a team, or we will die as individuals. That’s football guys. That’s all it is. Now, whattaya gonna do?

Al Pacino’s Inch By Inch speech from Any Given Sunday, an Oliver Stone movie.

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On this team, we fight for that inch. On this team, we tear ourselves, and everyone around us to pieces for that inch.


IF you can keep your head when all about you

Are losing theirs and blaming it on you,

If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you,

But make allowance for their doubting too;

If you can wait and not be tired by waiting,

Or being lied about, don’t deal in lies,

Or being hated, don’t give way to hating,

And yet don’t look too good, nor talk too wise:

If you can dream - and not make dreams your master;

If you can think - and not make thoughts your aim;

If you can meet with Triumph and Disaster

And treat those two impostors just the same;

If you can bear to hear the truth you’ve spoken

Twisted by knaves to make a trap for fools,

Or watch the things you gave your life to, broken,

And stoop and build ‘em up with worn-out tools:

If you can make one heap of all your winnings

And risk it on one turn of pitch-and-toss,

And lose, and start again at your beginnings

And never breathe a word about your loss;

If you can force your heart and nerve and sinew

To serve your turn long after they are gone,

And so hold on when there is nothing in you

Except the Will which says to them: ‘Hold on!’

If you can talk with crowds and keep your virtue,

‘ Or walk with Kings - nor lose the common touch,

if neither foes nor loving friends can hurt you,

If all men count with you, but none too much;

If you can fill the unforgiving minute

With sixty seconds’ worth of distance run,

Yours is the Earth and everything that’s in it,

And - which is more - you’ll be a Man, my son!

IF.....

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Jazz and Jazzmandu

n a v y a a t a / m u s i c

By Bartika RaiPhotograph by Junu Gurung

As I enter the Patan Museum and walk through the doors that lead me to the concert area, I have the heightened sense of anticipation of someone who is meeting her favourite band and, not surprisingly, a little fear. But a blasé Navin Chhettri erases the fear with a warm smile. A lady vocal engulfs the area that they are preparing for the Jazzmandu. The music festival is supposed to begin in a few hours. Navin, the front man and drummer of the band, is very friendly without the airs that one often gets from some successful musicians. His identity has become his signature goatee and his stocking cap.

Candeza’s inspirations are Miles Davis, John Scofield, Trilok Gurtu and Fela Kuti. They are open to learning from all sorts of music genres. They started out with rock. Reggae, funk and blues were some other genres they experimented with. But with jazz, they saw the world. Jazz was pristine; it had the get-up-and-go attitude they were looking for. In addition to that, Navin says, “Our band was very much into improvising; giving twists to the solos; and when we listened to jazz, we just knew. Wow! This is exactly what we want.” Pradip added that jazz was challenging and hence, attractive. “Jazz is a world music because it has elements flowing in from the whole world.” And how can you run away from playing the music of the world for the world?

Cadenza folks have been together for a long time. They played together as children, they underwent the stress of high school tests together, they still remember the first dates of the other members, and together they dreamt of a world with better music. They have stuck together through thick and thin for the one passion they have shared through all their lives—their love for music.

“While we practise, a lot of random, unplanned and spontaneous stuff happens which actually turns out to sound great!” -Cadenza

“We need more young musicians in the frontline.”

Navin Chhetri, drums, vocalPravin Chhetri, saxophoneSameer Chhetri, Bass GuitarBenoy Rai, Guitar

CADENZA?

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Did they always want to be musicians? It seems that after playing a few gigs, most of them knew that this was their calling. Navin, however, said, “I was not really sure until I dropped out of college and quit Darjeeling.” Their parents, surprisingly, have been very supportive.

Pradip Chhettri is on the saxophone. He initially started as an electric bassist and then moved on to trumpets for a period before manning the saxophone. Sameer Chhettri has a similar story. He started out on the bass and switched to the Congo for some time. He now plays the electric bass. Benoy Rai, the guitarist, is very popular. He has a great sense of humor and quickly diffuses with his jokes any seriousness that a magazine interview may introduce. All band members agree that the best thing about Cadenza is the fun that they have in creating and playing their music. Benoy adds, “We love the spontaneity of it all. When we are practising, a lot of random and unplanned things happen which actually turns out to sound great!” All the others smile in agreement.

On the formation of Cadenza: They started with a school rock band back in Darjeeling. Slowly, offers rolled in for gigs and the response was encouraging. Navin came to work for Casino Anna for a one year contract and that started it all. Cadenza’s first recorded album was creatively titled “Don’t Mind If We Do”. The bext two albums were “Jazz at Patan” and “Groove for Shiva”. Currently, they are about to launch their fourth album: “Remembering Kathmandu”. On Jazz, Cadenza and Jazzmandu:

quality production. And we have focused on that. For this year, we have a sound engineer from Switzerland just for Jazzmandu. The sound system is good although it could get better.” Jazzmandu has an emblematic relationship with Cadenza. Although all members live in different parts of the world, they make it a point to come together just for the concert---for the jazz audience who expect, appraise and exult at the performance they give away! On the messages they have to convey: “When you listen to Jazz, you shouldn’t just take the first inkling of Jazz and get into it. If you are a jazz starter, start with ‘Kind Of Blue: Miles Davis’. You will get a proper perspective then.” says Pravin. Sameer says, “We need more young musicians in Nepal.” Benoy says, “There’s not much to it really. Listen to music, enjoy it and don’t get too hassled!” On the origin of the band name, they say they just wanted some name that ended with “za”; and therefore they chose Cadenza which coincidentally holds the right meaning—a passage in a classical composition left blank for improvisation—for their love for improvisation. Not wanting to take any more of their time, we wrap up. They invite me for the concerts lined up. As I walked towards the concert venue, I could not help thinking, “This is the one band that is going to go places! Nepal is going to be dherai proud!”

“While we practise, a lot of random, unplanned and spontaneous stuff happens which actually turns out to sound great!” -Cadenza

“A musician’s comfort is the priority and our priority is quality production. We have hired a sound engineer from Switzerland just for this

year’s Jazzmandu.”

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Jazzmandu is in its eighth year now. This Octoberfest has placed Nepal in the world Jazz map. And one can thank Cadenza that started it all. It all happened with the first festival they were invited to—Palmer Street Festival in Australia. They met a lot of musicians in the festival from Germany, India and Australia. That is when the group planned for a one day Jazz festival in Nepal. They were fortunate to have a very good team and supportive sponsors—Shangrila Hotel, Singapore airlines and Nepal Tourism Board. For the first Jazzmandu, they invited Afro Dizzi Act and Don Burrows to come from Australia. They knew they could count on their old friends from Afro Dizzi Act to accept their invitation. But they were completely stumped to hear that Don Burrows, with his packed schedule, would be coming as well. They called some of their friends and tried to get as many people as possible. Luckily the response was terrific. The tickets were sold out. Oh yes! They had the first ever Jazzmandu lined up! The rest is history. The band members are pleased that Jazzmandu is veering out the way they wanted it to. “To put it into perspective, there is no unfeigned commercialization. We choose venues where not a lot of people can fit and hence money making is not the priority.” Navin says. “Musician’s comfort is the priority and our priority is

Luckily the response was terrific. The tickets were sold out. Oh yes! They had the first ever Jazzmandu lined up! The rest is history.


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Cadenza band members are settled in many parts of the world: Navin at America, Pravin at Germany, Benoy at India and Sameer at Nepal. The band members travel extensively throughout the world for their projects. But when it comes to food, they come back home to Dal, Bhat and Tarkari! No wonder, Tukche the thakali kitchen, is their place to be. With Tukche, Navyaata brings out the recipe for the mouth watering Thakali khana!

PrePared by :Chefs : Mrs. Mana Kanti Sherchan Mrs. Arpana Bhattachan Sherchan

THe reCeIPT Thakali khana: Rs. 350

MULA KO ACHAARPrePraTION MeTHOd:

Wash and peel radish Cut radish in finger chips size and put in a dish Add some salt and let it rest for a while. Squeeze the radish and let the water drain out Add turmeric powder Add chilly powder Add salt Add lime juice or (chook) Add sesame seed paste (Roast sesame seed in

a pan and mix a little water and blend and make a paste)

Stir fry green chilly and add Mix properly In a pan, heat oil Once the oil is hot, add fenugreek seed until brown Pour the hot oil in the mixture Once cool mix it properly.

MULA KO ACHAARINgredIeNTs:

* Radish (White or Red) -1 kg* Oil -250 ml* White Sesame seed paste -2 tbsp* Turmeric powder -½ tsp* Chilly powder -2 ½ tbsp* Salt to taste* Lime juice or concentrated lime juice (chook) -1 tsp* Green chilly -50 gms* Fenugreek seeds -10 gm

PREPARATION TIME: 15 minutes

Tukche Thakali Kitchen which was previously located in Durbar Marg has now shifted to Uttar Dhoka, Laxzimpat (4430356)


By Bartika Rai

Photograph by Usha Pun

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While people wince at her grimy face and tousled hair, her eyes are mostly fixated on the pretty dresses worn by

the girls inside the cars that stop at the signal every now and then.

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She is ten years old. She wakes up at six and attends to the dishes. She gets bullied by her friends and teachers at school

which is all but one room with few busted benches, located in some hidden corners behind the busy Sundhara market. She goes to bed at nine, but her parents come to blows every night which is why she gets to sleep only after midnight.

Lost inside the torn sleeves, shabby grayish black trousers and slippers larger than her size, she approaches people on the footpath and in the vehicles that stopped at the traffic signal. She sells postcards in the streets of Kathmandu during the day.

Many refuse. A few scold her. Some buy the postcards. And others pay no heed. Ignored like many other needy kids, Sareena is every bit as ordinary as any ten year old. She loves dancing, likes to wear new clothes and craves for ice cream. She wants to be a doctor. While people wince at her grimy face and tousled hair, her eyes are mostly fixated on the pretty dresses worn by the girls inside the cars that stop at the signal every now and then. As the signal turns green and the vehicles moved forward, she comes back to the walkway.


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I smiled at them and felt a lump grow in my throat when they said,

“Navyaatale garda hamro dashain aayo.”

As she came back, disappointed at another failed attempt, I approached and explained to her about

Navyaata’s Make a Wish initiative. Soon another girl, Sareena’s friend Shakuntala, came by with a curious look on her face. Then I explained to both what we could do for them.

“Didi, luga pani kinne ho? Tara hamile kk garnuparcha?” These kids who earn money doing sundry jobs are akin to the hard reality that nothing in life comes for free. As they asked with mixed feeling of fear and excitement, I tried to make them comfortable. They were nervous and exchanged confused glances at each other. I had to show them the pages of Navyaata to convince them that we were there to help, not to exploit them.

We bought them some copies and pens. Then we took them to Sherpa mall to get them some clothes. As they got out of the cab, they stared at the complex that didn’t seem welcoming enough to them as they felt out of place. They asked if it was the place for tourists. I smiled and led them inside. They walked inside DS collections, all smiles, giggling and whispering to each other. Their jaws dropped as they gawked at the neatly displayed clothes. We helped them wash their faces and dress up in the clothes of their choices. They also put on new shoes and smiled at the camera. On our insistence, they danced for a while. We clapped to encourage them and were impressed by how many Nepali songs they had memorized by heart.

Then we asked them what they wanted to eat. “Mo:mo ra chowmin ra fanta khaane.” They ate voraciously as if it was their first and the last opportunity to eat something delicious. I wondered whether they ever get a proper meal at home.

Sareena and Shakuntala live in the same building but go to different schools. Shakuntala does well in the exams but Sareena barely manages to pass. They call themselves best buddies, and arrive at Durbarmarg as early as 6:30 in the morning to sell the post cards. They return home at eight.

1 they call this work

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3 “I like this one better!”

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4 Dancing to the beat of

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5 posing to the flashes

6 the unwelcoming dark corridor

that led their room

7 who’s first?

8 All smiles

9 “thankyou Navyaata!”

Their everyday earning amounts to a mere hundred rupees, or two, if they get lucky. They hand their earnings to their mothers and sometime buy stationery items. When they don’t bring home enough money, they get lambasted by their parents.

We snaked through what seemed like millions of alleyways that reeked badly before we came to Sareena’s home. Outside, the weather-beaten rooftop glared at us, and as we stepped in darkness engulfed us. What Sareena called home was a room with one dim light bulb and a rickety bed that existed just for the sake of it. Plastic bags that were stuffed with clothes hung on the walls acted as their wardrobes.

As we bade them goodbye, we couldn’t miss their whole hearted smiles. I smiled at them and felt a lump grow in my throat when they said, “Navyaatale garda hamro dashain aayo.”

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A Trek to Everest Base CampText by Sumati Maharjan Photographs by Prem Tshering Sherpa

Mount Everest is a great mystery. Some look at the mountain with fear, others revere it, and some scale it to experience how it feels to be on the top of the world. But their interest in the mountain is a result of

their own curiosity and the mystery attached to the mountain. We were sucked in by the same curiosity when, a few weeks back, me and my friends thought about going to the Everest Base Camp. Climbing the mountain will always been a far-fetched dream, but even reaching up to the base camp sounded like a formidable challenge for us.

Mountain glowing in the rays of tthe setting sun

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one and half hour to reach there. We settled ourselves in the Top-hill lodge. We were already lodging at 2800 m approximately and each one of us had to ask for an extra blanket to beat the cold air while sleeping.

Day 3Namche BazaarThe next morning we all were done with our breakfast and ready to continue our trek by 7:30. For almost an hour we walked along a narrow trail that led us to another track that ran side by side the Dudh Koshi river—which, as the name suggests, is as white as the milk. Although all of us felt wobbly at the knees while crossing the river through the suspension bridges, the experience was quite exhilarating. It took us two and half hours trek on a steeply uphill track,

with rhododendron trees on the flanks, a thin fog blown about by a light wind and the mountains visible afar, to reach the famous Namche Bazaar. The Tibet Hotel in Namche impressed us by its traditional interior and the warmth of the staff. After taking rest for a while in the hotel room, we strolled out to see the Bazaar. Namche Bazaar looked vibrant with many incredible hotels, interesting stores and vendors, neat cyber cafes and fabulous food and drinks, with the breath taking vista of the surrounding mountains (whose names were so tongue twisting that we gave up after trying to pronounce a couple of them). We could see that there weren’t as many tourists as we had expected. We roamed around in the Bazaar for a long time and had fun conversing with the locals. Most of the stuffs in the shops were 3-4 times expensive than their real price. We came back to the hotel, exhausted.

Day 4 & Day 5Khumjung, Fungitanga and DebucheIt was a day for acclimatization, that is, letting our body adjust to the climate and altitude. By 8 in the morning, we had already started walking up the hill towards Khumjung. As we were walking, the splendor of the Mt. Everest and the beautiful Ama Dablam kept us in high spirit. Soon, we reached Khumjung School established by Sir Edmund Hillary who is synonymous to God in this area. Not far away, is the Khumjung Hospital built by Hillary. We also visited Hotel Everest View, but the time we were there, the view was completely blanketed by the fog. We

Day 1 & Day 2 Lukla, Phakding and MonzuIt was 9:20 in the morning when we landed at the Lukla Airport. The first thing I felt as soon as I came out of the plane was the chill in the air. I took out my muffler and wrapped it around my head. It didn’t take us long to find the Tara lodge, keep our stuffs in the room and wander around in this remote town. A nearby school, an old but beautiful farm house and the beautiful scenery in Chaurikharka, all kept our anticipation mounting for the trek that was to begin from the next day. The second day was the first trekking day. We had a yummy breakfast comprising Lemon tea, popcorn, fries and soup, before we started marching at around 10:30 a.m. After walking for a two and half hours we stopped at Phakding for lunch at Tashitakee Hotel. After having the lunch and a short chit-chat with a few foreign trekkers, we headed towards a place called Monzu in Chaurikharka. It took us

A Trek to Everest Base Camp


had almost reached 400 meters above Namche, when we decided to return back to adjust ourselves to the climate. We started the trek at 8:30 in the morning the following day to head towards Fungitanga from Namche. Walking continuously for 3 hours, first through a narrow downhill track and then a straight path that took us to an eating place in Fungitanga. Before we resumed our trek, we had aloo tarkari, thukpa and garlic soup (a must to stay healthy against the high altitude and cold weather) for lunch. We reached Thyangboche monastery after two hours of uphill walk. A lot of people had gathered inside the monastery to get a glimpse of a Buddhist priest from Thailand who was there to give a religious speech. Inside, the monastery was so beautifully decorated, that we almost forgot to come out. After a 20 minute walk from there, we reached Debuche and spent our night there.

Day 6 & Day 7 Pangboche and DingbocheAfter having breakfast at 8 in the morning we crossed the Imja Khola and walked towards Pangboche. We were totally in the awe of the mountains on the other side of the river. The trek route was comparatively easier than the previous ones. We reached Pangboche at around quarter to ten and after one more hour of slow and steady march we arrived at Simure where we had our lunch. After a few minutes rest, we continued our hike and by two in the afternoon we reached Dingboche. Each day was colder than the other. So we had a lot of hot garlic soup, lemon tea and fries for the breakfast to keep ourselves warm and full. Leaving our backpacks in the hotel room, we climbed up to some 4700 meters until we thought, “That’s it, we can’t go an inch higher.” We came back to our hotel in Dingboche, had our dinner and went straight to bed.

Day 8 & Day 9 Lobuche, Kalapatthar and Everest Base CampLuckily, the weather that morning was clearer than the previous mornings. So after capturing the majestic mountains in our camera, we set off towards Lobuche. The beautiful scenery of snow laden mountains made us forget the difficult trail. The picturesque view of Khumbu Glacier and the melancholic stone memorials of late climbers, including that of famous mountain climber Babu Chiri Sherpa, were still afresh in my mind when we reached Lobuche after 5 hours trek. We set up a camp at Kalapatthar and spent our night

there under the light of an approaching full-moon. Early next morning, under the golden rays of the sun, we found Mount Everest grinning at us and Kalapatthar looked stunningly beautiful. From there, we started moving towards our ultimate destination—the Everest base camp—with our heartbeat getting faster and louder at the thought of finally reaching there. After three hours of strolling we reached Gorak Shep, and in another two hours we found ourselves screaming with joy for being able to reach the Everest Base Camp. We were standing at 5364 m from the seal level. After taking zillions of pictures keeping Mount Everest in focus, we finally started descending towards Gorak Shep.On our trek back, we were still thinking of Everest as a mystery, but it no longer felt as unfamiliar as before when we had seen it only in the photographs and on TV.

Where: Trek to Everest Base Camp, Sagarmatha Zone (en route Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Kalapathhar) Transportation: Take a flight to Lukla. From Lukla, the trek or hike What to take: Sunglasses, muffler, wind-proof jacket, woolen cap, winter trousers, a pair of thermacot and cold cream. Expenses: 1000 rupees per day

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Diet for prevention of acne:

Diet for prevention of acne: Use of pure turmeric regularly in the diet is very helpful in prevention of acne, because

according to Ayurveda, turmeric cleanses and maintains the temperature of the blood. Red daal (masoor/musuro.) Buttermilk in the afternoon. Methi tea (see the recipe at the end.) warm food is easier to digest than cold food, so eat warm and well-cooked fresh food. Eat light dinner- vegetable soup or light chicken soup cooked with digestive spices like

cumin, fennel etc. Start your day with a glass of warm water and lemon to cleanse the system and avoid

constipation.

Acne is called Yuvan Pidaka in Ayurveda. It is a skin condition sufferred by both males and females, primarily during adolescence. Everyone dreads acne- be it teenagers or older people. The last thing anyone wants to see are the breakouts on his or her face. As such, a lot of money, time and energy are spent on treating acne.

Generally it is aggravated Vata and Kapha dosha and impure blood in the body that are responsible for this problem. As with most bodily problems, acne is caused by unhealthy diet and lifestyle and gets worse due to grease, dirt and harsh chemicals.

One very basic and practical way of balancing the aggravated doshas is to modify your way of life and diet. By listening to your body and treating it well, you are already on your way to treating the dreadful acne spots. Improper diet is the main cause of many conditions. So a proper diet not only reduces the severity of the condition but also prevents diseases. Ayurveda recommends prevention of acne by abstaining from eating oily or spicy food, avoiding fast food and sodas on daily basis, getting enough sleep and not over-taxing the mind.

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Avoid: pickles

Food that is too hot in temperature. Fermented food

overly sweet, oily or spicy food Stale and frozen food

refined white sugar, processed food. Caffeine

Detoxing tea for acne:

Ingredients

Dry coriander seeds: ¼ tsp Methi seeds: ¼ tsp Fennel seeds: ¼ tsp Dry ginger powder: 1 pinch Black pepper: ½ pinch water 4 cups Mix all the ingredients with water; boil

for 5 minutes, strain, and tea is ready. Can be taken hot or at room temperature.

treatment of Acne:

Paste of Coriander (Dhaniya) and Nutmeg (Jaiphal) for Vata type skin Paste of Turmeric (Besar) and Sandalwood

(Chandan) (for acne that is inflamed and red) for Pitta type skin Paste of Neem and Turmeric for Kapha-Pitta

type skin Paste of Fenugreek (Methi) seeds, Turmeric

and Neem for Kapha type skin For all kinds of skin, paste of thorn of

Simal tree and yellow mustard is highly receommended (best treatment of acne according to Charak-Samhita.) Directions of use: Make paste with water and

apply the paste all over face or on affected areas, keep until dry and rinse with warm water.

Sewta Upadhya is a student of classical Ayurveda at Vedika Global in San Francisco,California.She is currently workingon her ayurvedic skin care line and ayurvedic cookbook.You can contact her with your queries at [email protected]

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Do not go to bed without removing your makeup and cleaning your face. Do not stress too much Do not eat too late at night Do not use harsh soap based

cleansers; instead, use soap free natural cleansers or home made cleanser made with neem, besan and red daal powder.


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Navyaata: What is your idea of a Friday night?It is the time of the week for having fun. But it doesn’t mean you can have fun only at clubs. I mostly go for dinner first at Nanglo and then head off to Bourbon room for drinks. Navyaata: Any wild Friday night?Kunchang: I have had lots of wild Friday nights. But if I were to narrate a particular one, it would be the incident that happened at Bourbon room. I have a friend who drinks like a fish but doesn’t get drunk at all. He challenged me to a drink-off. I was a bit wasted already so I agreed. We had shots after shots, and there was this shot called Brain Hemorrhage. As the name suggests it really messes with your brain. I puked everywhere, and I don’t even remember how I got home that night. The next day my sister told me that she had to carry me on her back.

Navyaata: What is your favorite drink?Kunchang: I love cocktails. Vodka with cranberry juice is my all time favorite. I love Long Island Ice Tea and Pina Colada too.

Navyaata: Where do you like to hang out?Kunchang: Bhumi Restro Lounge is almost like my second home. There are times when I have both lunchand dinner at Bhumi. Besides Bhumi, Casa Blanca is another favorite.

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Navyaata: What is your idea of a Friday night?Nisha Adhikari: The basic idea is to have a blast after a week of hard work. I prefer going out with my friends, rather than family, to share a few drinks and just relax and enjoy the time. I am not into the whole clubb ing thing. Navyaata: Any wild Friday night?Nisha Adhikari: I don’t know about wild but there was this really memorable night though. It was right after I finished my A Levels. My friends and I went to the opening of a bar and had a few drinks there. Soon, I started puking everywhere. The owner of the bar, instead of getting mad, was so happy that he told me, “Now, it feels like a bar.”

Navyaata: What is your favorite drink?Nisha Adhikari: Though I don’t drink regularly, I enjoy wine and cocktails once in a while.

Navyaata: Where do you like to hang out?Nisha Adhikari: Corner Bar is a favorite. Besides that I like going to Attic as there I always bump into people whom I know.

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FRIDAYS

By Tsering Dolker GurungPhotograph Usha Pun

Nisha Adhikari

A busy bee, Nisha is in the heat of action throughout the week, but Friday is the time when she likes to cool down.

An actress, a VJ and now a senior producer for Filmy TV, Nisha has been exploring the media field with an enviable zeal. Nisha is on cloud nine enjoying the commercial success of

her last movie “First Love”. A busy bee, Nisha is in the heat of action throughout the week, but Friday is the time when she likes to cool down.

Miss Nepal 2nd runner up Kunchang Moktan is no stranger to the party scene. “I love partying,” she says and she freely admits that she enjoys her hard drinks

once in a while. Bubbly and straight forward, Kunchang shares with us her thoughts on Friday nights.

I love partying and enjoy hard drinks once in a while.


Navyaata: What is your idea of a Friday night?Samriddhi: I am not much of a party person and I don’t like going out at night. But if I had to go out on a Friday night, it would be with my loved ones. I love watching movies, so on Fridays you will most probably find me at a movie theater.

Navyaata: Any wild Friday night?Samriddhi: It happened when I was in Pokhara with my friends. It was my birthday that fell on Friday, the thirteenth. I don’t drink alcohol so my friends wanted me to try it. I had tequila shots and immediately I started to feel dizzy. Everything around me was moving. My friends told me later that I beat and slapped them and acted crazy. They have learnt not to offer me drinks since then.

Navyaata: What is your favorite drink?Samriddhi: Anything that is healthy. I am very health conscious and when I am out I, normally, order lassi because curd is known to cut fats.

Navyaata: Where do you like to hang out?Samriddhi: Attic and Moksh as the owners are my friends.

Navyaata: What is your idea of a Friday night?Shama Thapa: I agree that Friday night is the time to have fun, forget everything and party with friends. Unfortunately, I work on Fridays so I don’t get to hang out with friends that much. It is on Thursday that I have my day off. My ideal Friday night would be to enjoy a dinner at a nice restaurant as I rarely get to eat proper meals when I am working.

Navyaata: Any wild Friday night?Shama Thapa: Well, I have never had a wild Friday night as such. The wildest time, when I let myself totally loose, was in the US recently. I went out with my cousins and we had a few drinks. On our way back, we were singing, laughing and hollering.

Navyaata: What is your favorite drink?Shama Thapa: Coffee! I just love drinking coffee. Maybe that’s because my work demands me to stay focused. A mug of coffee keeps me alert and active.

Navyaata: So, no alcohol?Shama Thapa: No, I do drink, but only occasionally, mostly at social gatherings. I like Red Wine. Navyaata: Where do you like to hang out?Shama Thapa: I like restaurants in Durbar Marg. When I was younger I used to go to the parties, but after marriage, I just don’t feel like it anymore. More than hanging out in Kathmandu, these days I prefer going to Dhulikhel and Nagarkot for fresh air.

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FRIDAYS

I love watching movies, so on Fridays you will most probably find me at a movie theater.

I just love drinking coffee. Maybe that’s because my work demands me to stay focused. A mug of coffee keeps me alert and active.

For the charming newsreader of Kantipur Television, Friday is just another regular day. With a profession that demands one to work at odd hours, “a day off is a blessing,” she says. So, what does this media personnel like to do on a Friday?

Miss Tourism Nepal 2010, Samriddhi Rai, has been working in Nepali print media for long. She worked as a reporter for The Kathmandu Post and then for Y Magazine. Currently, she is an editorial assistant in ECS. At the time of the

interview, Samriddhi was busy preparing for Miss Tourism International that took place in China recently.


FASHION

Tenzing Tseten Bhutia is an experienced fashion designer who has demonstrated his ability to design any sort of creative garment ranging from men’s wear, women’s wear to kid’s. He is currently the designer for Himalayan Couture. You can contact him at [email protected]

I am a nineteen year old college going guy. I love wearing boot cut jeans but I am perplexed as to what kind of shoes should I wear it with. I always end up messing my look because of this confusion. By the way I am a little overweight. Please help Tenzin.

Avash Manandhar, 19, Teku

Dear Avash, as the name itself suggests, this jeans are meant for something that you can wear with boots and if you aren’t comfortable with boots then try something very similar to it like formal leather shoes, pointed ones, or say loafers, which is quite in trend right now, but please make sure it has got a pointed tip so that it goes with the hem line of your trouser. Converse and sports shoes also look nice with boot cut jeans if worn right.

Hi Tenzin, I have this major problem. Although my waist is quiet small, I have heavy thighs. How can I make my legs look thinner? What type of dresses and pants should I wear?

Bijaya Gurung, 20, Lazimpat

Bijaya, the illusion that you can create is to move your focus away from your heavy thigh to waist line which you have mentioned is quite small. Wear dresses that cover your thigh and avoid those fitted at the hip line. A-LINE dresses will do wonders for you. As for trousers, opt for loose cut or may be high waist pants, which doesn’t show much of your thigh and try to accentuate the part of your body which u want to flaunt. It’s all about flaunting rather than hiding.

Hello Tenzin, I am 5 ft 3 inches tall, not very thin. But I want to try wearing maxi dresses. Do you think I should or will it only make me look shorter?

Tseten Wangmo, 21, Boudha

Hey Tseten! Good to know that you want to try out something that’s feminine when the season is all about boyish look. While wearing a maxi dress what you need to consider is to opt for a solid color rather than printed ones. Because that will create an illusion of being tall and if you really want to go for printed ones then make sure that it’s a vertical line that you are using whether it’s a printed one or some other embellishments.


BEAUTY

Hi! I am having this skin problem for quite some time now. It really worries me as I keep on getting blackheads on my nose. I just look like a clown. I have tried so many things, as suggested by my friends and relatives, but all in vain. I would be really grateful if you can tell me what I ought to do to get rid of these blackheads?

Avanti Rana, Lazimpat

Avanti, you can cure your skin problem at home itself. All you have to do is add a pinch of soda to three drops of luke-warm water and blend the mixture well. Put this mixture on the blackheads on your nose and leave it for next 5 to 8 minutes then clean it with a soft cloth or cotton. If you use this remedy at least once every week, blackheads will start receding slowly. If the blackheads still remain then you have to contact a good skin treatment centre.

Beauty Expert: Pabi GurungView Beauty Care and Training Institute

From the very small age, I had dark circles under my eyes. I use a foundation cream to conceal the dark circles under the eyes, but it doesn’t work and my eyes look even horrible. Please suggest how to get rid of dark circles?

Hisika Dangol, 17, Kumaripati

Hisika, dark circles cannot be removed permanently using foundation cream; it will help you just momentarily. You have dark circles either due to lack of vitamin in your diet or due to sleeplessness. But don’t worry; I have a solution for you. Mix honey with turmeric powder (in equal proportion) and put the mixture around your eyes. If you repeat this procedure for two to three times a week, the dark circles will start to fade away gradually. Besides, you should have a proper diet and sound sleep to get rid of the dark circles altogether.

Hello! I have just joined a plus two college and only few days ago I started putting liquid eyeliner on my eyes. But, the problem is I can never draw it as I want. Can you please tell me the technique to put on the back liquid on my eyes, and also about the best quality eyeliner that I should go for?

Lozaa, 16, Nakhipot

Looza, liquid eyeliners can be quite bothersome to apply especially if you are in a hurry. If you want good result with liquid eyeliners, you should try colorful ones that come with an applicator that enables you to create a better contour. It is easy to use and is very easy to apply, it is water-proof and dries super fast and there is no danger of spilling or creasing.

In Kathmandu rain is very erratic. You never know when you are going to get caught by a downpour. Under such circumstance it is difficult to avoid getting wet and muddy. I wanted to know if there is any special makeup shade that can remain unaffected by rains or are there any products that can resist its impact?

Sweta Shrestha, 25, Newroad

Sweta, there are few products in market that are specially meant for monsoon wear. Oil based foundations like the 16 hours Active Moist Make-up, Performance Foundation, Lift & cover foundation are good for monsoon wear. Water-proof eyeliner, Build-up extra volume Mascara that is 100% water-proofs are all perfect choice for looking perfect on a rainy day.


Three books of my preference:

Born in 1953 A.D., Bikram Subba is a

noted name among the most prolific contemporary poets in Nepal. Having penned more than a dozen of poem collections and other books including ‘Sagarmatha Nangai Dekhinchha’ and ‘Nirankush Junga Birudhha’, Subba is also a development consultant in an organization called Hardik Nepal. He also hosts a Web site for poetry called nepalkavita.com. Bikram gives a brief review of three of his favourite books.

Bikram SubbaIn his book Cultures And OrgAnizAtiOns geert HOfsTede talks about ‘Culture 1’ and ‘Culture 2’. Culture commonly means ‘civilization’ or ‘refinement of the mind’ and results of such refinement, like education, art, and literature. This is ‘culture’ in narrow sense or ‘culture 1’. However, people of other countries, of another generation and of different social class often think and act differently. To these other people, we are the ones who behave in a surprising manner. What separates them from us is the culture in which either of us grew up. ‘Culture’ in this sense is not the same as ‘civilization’. Deeply rooted and unconscious values lead us to consider as normal what others think abnormal, and as rational what others find irrational. Thus the ‘Culture–2’ is a collective programming of the mind which distinguishes the members of one group or category of people from another. Hofstede also comes up with four dimensions (known as 4D Model) to understand people from different cultural groups.

lOng WAlk tO FreedOm is an autobiographical work by NelsON MaNdela. The book profiles his early life, coming of age, education and 27 years in prison. Mandela introduces political and social aspects of apartheid in South Africa. He describes how, after joining the African National Congress in 1950, he and his comrades formed underground organizations and resorted to guerrilla tactics to battle against apartheid. His tenure in prison was marked by the cruelty of Afrikanerguards, backbreaking labor, and sleeping in minuscule cells which were nearly uninhabitable. Mandela met South African president, Frederik Willem de Klerk, and was released from prison in 1990. Mandela became the South African president in 1994. The last chapters of the book describe his political ascension, and his belief that the struggle continues against apartheid in South Africa. He has dedicated the book to his six children and to all his comrades, friends and fellow South Africans whose courage, determination and patriotism remained his source of inspiration.

FreeFAll is the book by JOsePH e. sTIglITz, which traces the origins of the Great Recession, while also outlining the alternatives and revealing that even now there are choices ahead that can make a difference. The system is broken, and we can only fix it by examining the underlying theories that have led us into this new “bubble capitalism.” He argues more convincingly for restoration of the balance between government and markets. Stiglitz presents the US as a nation facing challenges in many sectors – in health care, energy, the environment, education, and manufacturing - and penetratingly addresses each in light of the newly emerging global economic order. The book gives a detailed analysis of an ongoing war of ideas over the most effective type of capitalist system as well as a rebalancing of global economic power which is shaping the new economic order. This book helped me to understand the global economic situation.

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We Homes ChapWe Homes Chap, the maiden film by Kesang Tseten, one of the most acclaimed documentary makers of Nepal, is a simple yet heart touching movie. It is a personal documentary about a boarding school, Dr. Graham’s Homes, founded in 1900 by a Scottish Presbyterian missionary in Kalimpong, India. During the school’s 100th anniversary celebration, Kesang, who is also a character in the movie, meets his friends after more than twenty years. The way the director has given cinematic treatment is amazing. One particular scene where Kesang goes through his file and discovers his background is emotionally touching. He realizes the school was actually built to shelter and educate outcast Anglo-Indian, Tibetan refugee and other children of marginal communities. “We Homes Chaps” was screened at the Margaret Mead International Film and Video Festival, Mountainfilm Telluride, Visual Communications in LA and numerous other venues. Kesang has directed many successful documentaries, but till date this is my favorite as I believe he worked with his heart in this movie.

“Bheda Ko Ooon Jasto” marked the entry of Kiran Krishna Shrestha into filmmaking. The film was a spontaneous visual documentation of an acclaimed journalist and two band members of Nepathya as they trekked the Himalayan region of Lantang to find the roots of a folk song with the same title. Kiran’s debut film was screened around the globe and received Special Mention Award at Film South Asia 2003 in Kathmandu. Soon after “Sa Karnali through Dolpa” followed in 2006. Although he hasn’t been directing any movies of late, he was involved in the production of a few movies. He is now the team leader of Nepa-laya, an organization that has been active in promoting arts and music in Nepal. This month, director Kiran Krishna Shrestha reviews for us three of his favorite movies.

Schindler’s List This 1993 American epic drama film that received seven academy awards is one of my favorite movies. It took Steven Spielberg ten years to make this historic movie. Based on the novel Schindler’s Ark by Thomas Keneally, Schindler’s List tells the story of Oskar Schindler, a German businessman who saved the lives of more than a thousand Polish-Jewish refugees during the Holocaust by employing them in his factories. The movie has been shot in a documentary style. Use of handheld cameras rather than cranes and zoom lenses add more appeal and spontaneity to the movie. Before he started shooting the movie, Steven Spielberg watched innumerous documentaries to understand the process of documentary making. With the intention of giving the movie a timeless feel so that the audiences wouldn’t know when the movie was shot, the decision was made to shoot the movie in black and white which works wonderfully for the story. This movie is one of those movies creates a lot of impact. All the characters even the ones who don’t speak don’t fail to leave an impact.

The Motorcycle Diaries The Motorcycle Diaries is a biopic about 23-year-old Ernesto Guevara, who is now known as the iconic Marxist revolutionary Che Guevara. The film recounts the 1952 journey, initially made by motorcycle across South America by Guevera and his friend Alberto Granado. It is through this journey the young medical student, Guevera, comes face to face with the harsh reality of poverty in Latin America. This movie reminded me of our own people’s war and the various places that I had visited during the Maoist insurgency. Since it is a road movie, the camera work is rugged but without jerking unnecessarily. It doesn’t irritate the viewers’ eyes. The director has kept the movie as real as possible avoiding the use of extra lights. The entire film is shot in natural light, therefore, scenes are dark in places. This film achieves in telling the coming of age tale without making it boring. It is both entertaining and charming.


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The mix-tape tracks this month presents from the symphonies and melodies of Dream Theater to the Electro Variations of Imogen Heap. A playlist with resonating powers to keep you on the warmer edge of your bed this pre-winter season, here are songs from our playlist that would quite well fit into yours. By Ashish Baiju

Stan/Eminem (Featuring Dido):“Stan” is a combination of rap with the most haunting lyrics that you will ever hear. Sung by Dido, the tune goes around and around in your head like a none-stop carousel. It tells the story of obsession and violence, seen through the eyes of a mentally disturbed young man who sees his life mirrored in his favourite rap artist. A spectacular display of love, brutality and desire, non-rap lovers will want to give this track a go too.

Aenima/Tool:Tool is a band whose music is pretty hard to label. They’ve been called everything from metal, numetal to alternative and progressive rock/metal. While they exhibit attributes to all of the aforementioned genres, it’s pretty safe to say that they’ve created a kind of music that’s timeless, transcendent, deep, mysterious, and intriguing, all at once. Aenima is dark and given with an adventurous, elaborate and a spatial instrumentation along with eerie and mysterious interludes.

I Thought I’ve Seen Everything/Bryan Adams:Lead single “I Thought I’d Seen Everything,” a co-write with Robert “Mutt” Lange aka Mr. Shania Twain, is squarely a typical Adams’ single. Jangly guitars, heart pounding drums and a gorgeous melody are what make Adams so enthralling. It is an extremely commercial song, but we won’t hold that against him because, after all, it’s Bryan Adams we’re talking about!

The Count of Tuscany/Dream Theater:The final track continues the silver lined journey that the second half of the album takes on. Petrucci opens with a beautiful acoustic intro with a soothing lead layered on top. Several bars before the full band enters, the guitar frolics with clean natural harmonics. Soon, Rudess keyboards and Petrucci’s leads erupt off of each other in a magical yet mysterious manner. A powerful display of rhythm, one of Dream Theater’s greatest hits.

Say/John Mayer (The Bucket List):If the song’s message resonates with something going on in your life, it’s going to resonate in a BIG way, because it is a powerful elaboration of the theme. It is an excellent match for the story of the “Bucket List” movie and some people will find it applies to their lives as well.

Hide and Seek/Imogen Heap: From her second solo record, Speak For Yourself, Imogen presents this unusually awesome track which proves that the 27-year-old has much more burbling around in there than her angelic-sounding emo anthems from her maiden album. Hide and Seek is a song that is sure to get you to sleep or wake up and provide you the assurance of a permanent spot in your top playlists.

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Opening of Passion RubySocialite and proprietor of Isadora showroom, Rubina Rana, launched her first clothing store Passion Ruby recently. The showroom is located above Rockport in Durbarmarg. Alongside a wide array of women’s wear, the store also offers stylish corporate wears suitable for those who want to look smart at work. Rubina urges the women of K-Town to dress fashionably and smartly not only on “Fridays”, but also on regular office days. The store also offers various accessories like necklaces, head pieces, ear rings, belts, bags and shoes. Hand-picked from Delhi, Bangkok, Hong Kong and even Australia, every piece of cloth-ing is stylish and classy. So visit the store to lay your hand on cool formal wears.

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Dance Four conscientious former and present beauty pageant winners and runner-ups have formed ‘Crystal Gazin’, an organization that’ll work towards social welfare. As a way to attract youngsters towards the cause they are hosting a dance party on December 4 at Club Platinum, Durbarmarg. “Since most of the youths enjoy going to parties, we came up with the idea of having fun along with social benefits,” say the girls. “We will give away 25% of the proceeds from the tickets to help fund the activities of an NGO called Sahara Nepal.” The theme of the party is “Retro” and everybody will be dressed in 60’s and 70’s isshtyle. The party will continue till midnight. The organizers plan to have a Red Carpet ceremony, VIP areas and door prizes. The tickets are priced at Rs. 700. For more details, contact 9841225020.

Date: 4th Dec 2010Time: 2 p.m - 12 a.mVenue: c l u b p l a t i n u m(hotel Yak & Yeti)

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It was youngsters’ age old relationship with music that gave birth to the concept of KCM Inter-College Music Competition (ICMC). But mainly it was the desire -- to unite young students of different colleges of the country and bring them together in a platform where those who think they have a musician in them could exhibit their talent -- that made KCM Student Council go ahead and act on the concept.

Seven years later and after a lot work, ICMC that had started off small has become a national level event. Students all over the country eagerly anticipate the arrival of this event every year so that they can be a part of it. The seventh ICMC will be an extravaganza with the participation of 30 bands from all over the country. The event will be seen through in two rounds: preliminary round and finale. The Preliminary round will be a two days affair that is scheduled to be held on 19th and 20th November, 2010 at Fun Park, Bhrikuti Mandap. The Finale will also take place in the same venue on 27th November, 2010. The guest bands -- Jindabadh, Cobweb, Horny Monks and Knights will also perform in the event.

Youths of today are empowered and its evidence can be traced everywhere. ICMC is an event bought to youths by youths themselves and the causes it serves are one too many. Apart from the obvious cause, through this event the Student Council of KCM along with KCM’s Social Welfare club wants to take initiatives in spreading awareness about HIV AIDS with the hope that it will aid in some way in the control this disease. In the past too, a part of the revenue accumulated from the event was used in organizing AIDS awareness program in places like Kalikot, Dailekh, Jumla (in 2008) and in Sindhupalchowk (in July 2009). In 2008, the target had been schools and in 2009 the entire village community as a whole was targeted. The activities performed in these programs included distribution of Condoms, Interaction with people, etc.

The 30 participating bands will compete with each other and the judgment will be done on the basis of two songs they perform, one of which should be self-composed. A panel of judge that will comprise some renowned personalities of Nepali Musical Field – Dev Rana, Binayak Shah, Ashish Dandol and Rajan Shrestha -- will judge the event. Judging method includes 70% judges grading and 30% ticket voting.

In past, the event has been a big success. Last year, ICMC had, for the first time, hit the national level and the response it received was overwhelming. The total number of crowd present in the event was more than 8000. Bucchus, a Korean energy drink was the title sponsor of the event. Samsung had co-sponsored the event.

Preliminary Dates: November 19,

2010 and November 20, 2010

Grand Finale: November 27, 2010

Venue: Fun Park, Bhrikuti Mandap,

Kathmandu

Time: 11:00 am onwards

Guest Bands: Jindabadh, Cobweb,

Horny Monks and Knights

Judging method: 70% Judges

grading, 30% Ticket voting

Expected audience: 12,000

Inter-college

Music Competition

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1905 restaurant & barLocation: Kantipath Specialty: Smoked Salmon, Roquefort, Trout RatatouilleCalm your nerves at the beautiful garden even in the midst of the chaotic City. Or just bring your family to enjoy any course of meal, as it serves Breakfast, Lunch, and even Dinner. And with its spacious surrounding, live music concerts are frequently organized.Opening Hours: 9am to 10pm Contact: 4225272, 4215068Website: www.1905restaurant.com

attic barLocation: Tej Bhawan, Uttar Dhoka Speciality: Attic Platter- Rs.300/- Royal Aloo( Mashed Potato wrap with cheese filling) Rs.110/- Veg Bubble Queak- Rs.95/- Durbariya Bandel Sandheko- Rs.250/-Live music every Monday by Blues Rusty Nails, Friday- HousebandOpen mic night on WednesdaysDon’t miss Sabin Rai’s performance on August 7:30 pm onwardsAttic Bar is an ideal place for those who want to enjoy their drinks and snacks with friends or company in nicely renovated loft of the past. Contact: 4442615

bhumi restro loungeLocation: LazimpatSpeciality: Newari appetizers: Samay Baji, Choyala , Sekuwa and Momo are the most popular dishes here. Bhumi boasts of having over 200 drinks on their menu. Long Island Ice Tea and Screw driver are not to be missed when you are dining at Bhumi.Ample of parking space, mouth watering Newari dishes and outlandish drinks makes Bhumi a must visit this seasonTel: 4412193

Café KaldiLocation: ThamelCafé Kaldi serves a wide range of excellent hot and cold coffee with variety of choice.Speciality: Cakes, SnacksFree WifiSoothing ambience, Free Wifi area

CafereenaLocation: Durbarmarg, Sherpa MallCafereena is the ultimate joint for hot and delicious Belle Momos. The big beer garden and live music every Friday has made it popular among people who want to enjoy cool and relaxed weekends. Opening hour: 11am – 10pmContact: 4231313, 4231258

Chopstix restaurant and Tangerine bar and loungeLocation: KumaripatiSpeciality: Indo- Chinese cuisines: Chicken sweet corn soup, Szechwan Chicken, Kung Pao Chicken, exotic drinks Unambiguous demarcated lounge and restaurant areasOpening hours: 1300 - 2200, 7 days a weekContact: 5551118

Coffee beansLocation: KupondoleSpeciality: Cappucino, Café Latte and Cold Mocha. Cheese cake tastes superbly delicious and if you do not visit it early you are bound to miss it as it sells really fast.Coffee Beans provide freshly grounded coffee. With a motive of promoting Nepali coffee, the coffee here is sourced mainly from plantations from Kavre and Kaski districtsReasonable price and a warm ambience Contact: 5011713

Coffee expressLocation: Sherpa Mall, Ground Floor Specialty: A wide selection of cold and hot coffees is at your service, while you enjoy the bustling scene of Durbar Marg. And with pastries to die for, especially the eclairs, it is a place no one can resist. Now hurry, as it is one of the crowdiest coffee stops.

Courtyard restaurantLocation: Kamaladi Specialty: Continental and Italian. Serving exquisite Italian dishes, Courtyard is famous for delicious pasta. Take your family out, while you enjoy the bar.Opening Hours: 11:30am to 9:30pm Bar closes @ 10 Contact: 4253056

Cube barLocation: KamaladiThis chic and trendy bar (adjoining the sports bar) is the perfect place to grab a drink and chill out in the comfy couches-be it weekdays or the weekends. Whatever your Poison, be it cocktails or hard liquor, you will undoubtedly find it here.Dance party on every Friday.Tel: 4438017Website: www.cubetheclub.com

dhokaima CafeDhokaima Cafe offers light snacks at very reasonable prices. The restaurant has a nice garden and a bar – Manny’s Rukhmuni Lounge and Bar—set under a sprawling walnut tree. Mojito and ‘Liquid Viagra’ are the specialties of the bar. A pleasant café next to Patan Dhoka, it’s a place to be for a light snacks after exploring Patan’s backstreets. You can visit Dhokaima for the excellent Sunday brunch (10:00 to 15:00). The café is a part of the Yala Maya Kendra, a Rana-era storehouse that is used for occasional cultural events.Contact: 5553767


navyaatalalit Mandap Hardik ClubThe club boasts of world class facility for those who want to keep fit and stay healthy. Lalit Mandap Hardik Club is a well appointed fitness center with top of the line equipments and infrastructure for Gym, Aerobics, Swimming and Cardio Section that has elliptical Cross trainer and Treadmill. The club also has facilities for a sauna and steam bath. The club’s garden has a badminton court and visitors can also enjoy the free WiFi. Opening Hours: 6am - 8pmContact: 5522068, 5548888

lakhey restro & bar is an ideal place for nightlife lovers with its night-like ambience. Situated at the heart of Durbarmarg, Lakhey is famous for its disparate cuisine.Comprising of two floors, Lakhey also provides football fans with games of the Barclays Premier League shown on a big screen above the bar. Don’t miss your chance to support your favorite football teams playing against each other.Speciality: Main Course (Fish), Famak Dekti, Rs 285/- Contact: 4230212

le- bistroLocation: ThamelIt is a Nepalese Terrace restaurant located in the heart of Thamel, Kathmandu offering many delicious foods from different countries with beautiful terrace and a typical bar.Speciality: Tandoori Platter, Chef’s salad, Minestrone SoupLunch and Dinner served from 12:00 noon to 10:30 P.M Contact: 4701170Email: [email protected]

lobstersLocation: Sherpa Mall, Top Floor Specialty: Sea foods A perfect place to enjoy exquisite seafood in this land locked country. With a multi- cuisine menu, spacious surrounding and exclusive service, it is definitely a no-miss. Also it will very soon be introducing PDR’s exclusive service. So definitely be there!www.Lobstersktm.com For Reservation: 4231437

MetroAmidst the buzz of Thamel, Metro is an eatery which is quickly gaining popularity for its delicious Indian cuisine. The beautifully designed wooden ambience, a well stocked bar and Live Music on Wednesdays and Saturdays make it a perfect place for a family outing, get-togethers with friends or meeting someone special.Location: ThamelSpeciality: Indian cuisine: Tandoori(full)- Rs. 670/-, Chicken Tikka Masala (with naan/rice)- Rs. 345/-, Sabji Baharka- Rs. 300/-Contact: 4700215

electric PagodaLocation: Satghumti, ThamelSpecialty: Mexican and Continental dishes Relish the mouth-watering Mexican and Continental food in the restaurant’s spacious and lovely indoor or outdoor settings. Visit Electric Pagoda on Wednesdays to enjoy classical season night and on Saturdays for free market barbeque and live music.Opening Hours: 7am-12pmContact: 4700123

Hankook sarangLocation: ThamelSpeciality: Sam-Gyeop-Sal (Pork- Slice pork for self roast) Rs.350/-Thinly cut pork slices roast yourself on your table. It comes with rice and soup and side dishes. It’s often eaten by wrapping rice and piece of meat in lettuce.Kimbab- Rs.200/-Mixture of rice and vegetables rolled with seaweed One of the oldest Korean restaurant, running under Nepalese – Korean management for the past six yearsContact: 4256615

Irish PubLocation: Ananda Bhawan, LazimpatSpeciality: Irish Chicken Stew with Guinness, Guinness Burger, Fish & Chips, Irish coffeeLive music on Fridays An Irish vibe, brilliantly done décor and friendly waiters keep coming you back for more to Irish Pub. Contact: 4416027Email: [email protected]

Jatra CaféLocation: ThamelSpeciality: Sukuti Ko Achar Rs.110, Jatra Special Pizza (Sukuti Pizza), Special Homemade AilaLive Performance by Dharmendra Sewan, Nepali Tara from 7 pm onwardsEvery Wednesday – Ladies Night: 1 cocktail/mocktail free Serene Environment, comfortable sitting area, free wifiContact: 4256622

la dolce VitaLocation: ThamelLife is indeed sweet at Thamel’s best Italian bistro offering excellent food with the right atmosphere.Speciality: Chocolate torte, Parmesan gnocchi, antipasti, goat’s cheese, spinach, walnut ravioli and wines by the glass.Rooptop Garden, yummy smelling espresso bar

New Orleans CaféLocation: ThamelThe café has a good variety of well-made food including pasta and salads. Hidden down an alley near the Brezel Bakery, New Orleans boasts an intimate candlelit vibe. It is popular spot for a drink but the menu also ranges far and wide.Speciality: Thai Curries, Creole Jambalaya.Great selection of Music, often live, Free Wife acess. Contact: 4700736

Northfield CaféLocation: ThamelNorthfield is more of a place for foreigners and Americans. The menu offers continental, Nepali, Indian and Mexican. Speciality: The Mexican and Indian tandoori dinner dishes are excellent. The sunny garden is a real plus in winter.Contact: 4700884

red dingo restaurant

Location: Jawalakhel (behind standard chartered bank)Special Cuisine: Australian, Italian and Continental Free wifiThe specialties range from Red Dingo Steak , Stuffed Chicken Breast, King Fish and Chicken Meat Pie for the non-veg. to Assorted Pastas and Assorted Fresh Salads for the veg. Red Dingo has in-house bar with rooms separated for the smokers and the non-smokers. Opening Hours: 7am – 10pm (last order 9.30pm)Contact: 01-6914960, 5550349Web: www.reddingo.com.np

reggae Café and barLocation: Chaksibari Marg, JP Road, ThamelSpeciality: CocktailsLive music every eveningA rooftop restaurant and lounge, Reggae caters mostly to tourists and is the perfect place to hang out with your friends and enjoy exciting cocktails. Apart from that, you can also enjoy live music every evening in its spacious vicinity.

seoul arirang Location: Chamunda Marg, NaxalSpeciality: Bulgogi (beef and ginger) Bibimbap (rice with beef, vegetables and hot sauce).This excellent korean place has a pleasant rooftop area and serves dishes barbecued at your table as well as korean classics. There is a picture menu for your convenience.Tel: 4429052E-mail: [email protected]


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list of shopping mallsand stores

Fabulous Tripureswor, UWTCTel: 4117299 Kathmandu Mall Tel: 4150105

Flaunt BoutiqueBinamarg, DurbarmargTel: 4233155

Glitter Box Kamalpokhari, City Centre Tel: 4011522

Isa DoraTindhara Pathsala ComplexTel: 4243475

Intimate DelightBhatbhateniTel: 4429288

I See it first Durbarmarg,Sherpa Mall Tel: 4215220 Kamalpokhari,City Centre Tel: 4011629

JOOPTripureshwor, UWTCTel: 9849030636

Kunal Furnishing Kupondole Tel: 5546386,5546387

LabelsDurbarmarg, Sherpa MallTel: 4241802

Laxmee Hair and Beauty Studio cum AcademyBhatbhateni Super Market, Narayan Gopal ChowkTel: 4016099Kundalini Club, Chandol, MaharajgungTel: 2080148

Mammon ClothingsBoudha, KathmanduTel: 9721430189 MarqueDurbarmarg, Sherpa MallTel: 4231483

Mesuca Kamlpokhari, City Centre Tel: 4011533 NikeDurbarmarg, KathmanduTel: 4221451Tel: 4227511

OrangeJawalakhel, LalitpurTel: 5521018

PassionDurbarmarg, KathmanduTel: 2180538

PlumDurbarmarg,Sherpa MallTel: 4228917

PUMA Store Kamalpokhari, City Centre Tel: 4011818

Reebok ShowroomDurbarmargTel: 4224707Bluebird MallTel: 4228833

RosariniTripureshwor,UWTCTel: 4117147 Sphinx Kamalpokhari,City Centre Tel: 4011755

Temptation Tripureshwor,UWTCTel: 4117081 Mahendra Pool, ChipledhungaTel: 9756000928

TaxxiNaxal, Nagpokhari Tel: 4426024

The PinkWoodland Complex, DurbarmargKathmanduTel: 9841190023

DS Collections Durbarmarg, Sherpa Mall Tel: 4228917

AdidasDurbarmarg,KathmanduTel: 4226432

Attitude Sundhara, Kathmandu Mall Tel: 4150116

Abhinandan Kamalpokhari, City CentreTel: 4011567

Beatification BoutiqueAnnapurna Arcade, DurbarmargTel: 9721415802, 014223482

BentleyDurbarmarg, KathmanduTel: 4239686

ChocolateRoyal Singey, DurbarmargTel: 4425975Mahendrapool, PokharaTel: 061229506

Cocktail Kamalpokhari, City Centre Tel: 4011707

EnvyTindhara Pathsala ComplexTel: 4224241

The Stupa FancyBoudhaTel: 2140729Sohrakhutte, NayabazzarTel: 2171510

Urban Fashion WorldKhichapokhari, Pashupati PlazaTel: 4222246

View Beauty Care and Training InstituteMaharajgung, Narayan gopal chowkTel: 9849365761/9803798286

Vision FirstKamalpokhari,City CentreTel: 4011507

VougeTripureshwor,UWTCTel: 4117124

Ware HouseDurbarmarg,KathmanduTel:4246483


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