sunday plus magazine 24 april 2011

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The Neo-TradiTioNalisTThis dark haired young designer can be best described as m

ore of a rococo designer with a cool-boy attitude to m

atch. As I

was going through his collection at Crim

son, Ali rushes in, rather apologetic for coming late, clad in artfully slouchy jeans and

retro sunglasses. Though his exquisitely tailored jacket is topped with a big scarf, he’s finished off the look w

ith cool sneakers. I

asked if he was feeling cold, he replied, “It’s m

y style.” Appearances aside, it’s his innate sense of style and effervescent energy

that come to light on a pleasant afternoon w

hen we m

et.

li can be counted amongst

the new breed of Pakistani

designers who has the ability

to infuse a fresh energy by

combining Pakistani aesthet-

ics with modern sensibilities.

He is defined as much by an

astute sense of craftsmanship

and has shown the ability to

make the most intriguing gar-

ments. His strength is keeping

the essence of tradition and

reinterpreting and presenting it

for the urban women.

After graduating from

Pakistan Institute of Fashion

Design (PIFD) in 2006 with

an honours degree in Couture

and an award for the Best

Collection at the institute, Ali

launched his collection at the

debut PFDC Sunsilk Fashion

Week in February 2010 last

year which sealed his position

as one of rising stars in the

Pakistani fashion industry.

This young designer has

made headlines ever since he

showcased his debut couture

collection “The Lost Romance”

which reflected bright colour

palette of Pakistan, the na-

tion of colours, carnivals and

celebrations. His collection at

the 2nd PFDC Sunsilk Fashion

Week in November 2010

entitled “The Phoenix” was in-

spired from the flower coloured

heritage and vintage dullness

of the gold embellishments of

the Kohli tribe in Sindh, one of

the worst flood affected areas.

His recent collection Crim-

son by Ali Xeeshan entitled

“The Paradox” endeavored

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to encapsulate the spirit, diversity and contrasts of fashion as evident on the PFDC Sunsilk Fashion Week platform. Paradox as Ali explained is a combination of two extremes which he dutifully attained. Masterful of creating a harmony between traditional and the avant-garde style, Ali sent out an extravagant collection of elaborately

crafted chaddars, digital printed saris in silk plus nets, dresses and some quirky yet doable accessories.

With his liaison as the creative director of Crimson design house, Ali is lending his fashion panache to the luxe label. What makes his collaboration with Crimson click is that whilst retaining his personal styles. He has brought his own fresh perspective on the label. His designs are hard to miss-bright pop of colour and playful parrots and flower motifs- they inspire deep sartorial lust.

Not afraid to experiment, Ali’s bridal collections are meant for the modern bride of today. His usage of uncon-ventional embellishment techniques

in eclectic palettes of emerald green, deep maroon with a fuse of tradition in contemporary cuts are meant for the free-spirited and distinctive bride.

His collections usually have a quirky and whimsical feel to it. Mystic yet restrained, ornate yet elegant, Ali’s exquisitely constructed dresses lend a theatrical eclecticism. Ali is a true run-way performer. Each piece of his tells its own unique story. In a tête-à-tête with the Sunday Plus, this young designer spills some of his design secret, his lat-est collaboration with Crimson and his personal favourites.

Q: Your design philosophy…Ali Xeeshan: My design philosophy

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is about working with conventional materials and using them to create unorthodox aesthetics and in that way creating a simple harmony between the traditional and the avant-garde.

Q: Why have you decided to col-laborate with Crimsons?

Ali: Quite honestly one should know his weakness and strength. I am good with creative department. I would call myself more of an artist and to make your label as a brand you need to have more abilities like accounts to market-ing to production and thousand other dimensions. May be that was the reason crimsons was right idea to merge with.

Q: What are the current trends in fashion in terms of colours, cuts, silhouettes, fabrics?

Ali: Since internationally economy is lifting up and a lot of international designers are bringing bright colours and we like it or not we are somehow west followers. So you would see lot of bright colours happening in Pakistani fashion scene.

Q: What dose easy chic mean to you?

Ali: Easy chic would be something which is comfortable yet up to high street fashion

Q: What dose success mean to you?

Ali: Quite honestly success is just another phase of my life. I don’t want to consider it more than that and make eleventh sky my residence.

Q: Who is your favourite designer international and local?

Ali: Internationally it has to be Vivi-enne Westwood and locally it can not be any body else but Kamiar Rokni.

Q: Your day starts with…Ali: With random things. First day it

can be coffee, second day it can be call from my manager and third day it can be my assistants call and saying its 1’0 clock.

Q: You are addicted to…Ali: I don’t want to answer this

question.Q: Your dream destination…Ali: This must be clichéd but Paris.Q: An unknown fact about your

self…Ali: I can easily be suicidal for just

absolutely nothingQ: One thing you would like to

change about yourself…

Ali: (laughs) Just one thing!!!Q: up for grabs on your shopping

list?Ali: I told you I am so unpredictable

it puts me in shock sometime so this question is not for me.

Q: The thing I treasure most from my wardrobe is?

Ali: The thing I treasure most are my fathers’ vintage frame of sunshades which he used to wear during 60s and 70s. I saw them and thought they are so hip and so in fashion now.

Q: A must have for you…Ali: My BlackberryQ: Style statement…Ali: Originality is something which

always is a statementQ: Style icon…Ali: I would say Frieha Altaf because

of her diversified sense of styling, and her strong persona.

Q: Celebrities you would love to dress…

Ali: David Beckham.Q: Three must haves in any ones

closet?? Ali: An interesting range of acces-

sories, scarf and shoes and at least one pair by Ali Xeeshan.

Q: Who do you think is the most over rated designer??

Ali: Louis Vuitton.Q: Personal strengths…Ali: My imagination and now

CrimsonQ: Your first fashion creation…Ali: My tota (parrot)Q: Personal weaknesses…Ali: I take too much time to design

things in my mind; I sleep on ideas for bit to long so in result I am left with less time for execution.

Q: Your journey so far…Ali: Is not that badQ: A city that inspires you the

most…Ali: Of course Lahore.Q: Most prized possession…Ali: My self respectQ: The best thing about being a

Pakistani…Ali: Is that you can pee on the road

(laughs)Q: One thing I would change about

Pakistan is…Ali: I love it as it is.

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INTERVIEW

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Studying from the prestigious National College of Arts, Ayesha Omar has always flaunted her acting and showman skills on various platforms. Having a background of miniature, painting and photography she has not only tabbed into the TV

arena but also tried her luck with modelling and singing. As a student in Collage Jeans to her performance in Bulbulay, she has rightfully gauged into the mainstream TV industry. She has to her credits famous plays and serials like Kaisa Yeh Junoon,

Roza Keh Rozay, Dolly Ki Aye Gi Baraat, Ladies Park, Bulbulay, Hot Chocolate, and Coke Cricket Junoon. During my coffee session with Ayesha, I found her to be straightforward and candid.

Muttahir: Was Ayesha as a child, fussy, loving, naughty, bold or shy? Ayesha: Well I was full of energy and very curious, wanting to know everything and had a say on everything. I was into a lot of extra-curricular activities but, despite that was also a brilliant student. M: Were you interested in creative arts right from your childhood? What were your hobbies in school life?A: Yes. I was extremely fortunate to have studied in a school which offered a lot of extra-curricular activities, so I tried my efforts successfully in the fields of singing, dancing, theatre, arts and crafts, swim-ming and sports as a child. My mother also made sure that we did everything which is important for a healthy childhood. Even throughout my collage phase, I was doing all sorts of things like mime, theatre, puppetry, singing and all, as it was an arts collage. I really owe a lot to my institution because it developed and finished my raw talent and inherent qualities.M: When did you realise that you could be a model or an actress or have poten-tial for this?A: I was acting on stage throughout my school and collage life and also hosted a kids interview based show when I was very young. So, it was nothing new. I was getting a lot of acting offers while in collage but it was only after graduating from col-lage that I took up all the offers and got into acting professionally. The journey started and went on and on.M: We often use the term entertainment or TV Industry. Do you really see TV Pro-

ductions as an industry in our country? Are you satisfied with the co-operation of the state department to promote this field as a full -fledged industry?A: Yes it can definitely be an industry, but, keeping in view the prevalent situation, we can not dub it as one in its true perspec-tive. It is not being treated as an industry and the state department do not cooperate or support it at all. It is the responsibility of the whole society and especially the art and cultural spheres to give the industry its proper status.M: Do you think that fashion designing, along with its related fields like fashion photography, modelling and catwalks, can contribute in creating employment opportunities in the country?A: Of course, it does and can contribute even further. So many people are employed in this industry like makeup artists, de-signers, set designers, lighting and audio crew, caterers and transporters. Apart from permanent jobs, such circles provide daily-based jobs by arranging continuous functions and events.M: You have done a lot of plays. Which one do you most admire?A: I have sweet memories associated with all my projects, but, I can say my most favourite ones are “Bulbulay” and “Dolly Ki Ayegi Baraat”. M: If you had not been an actress, what would have you been? A: I would definitely have been a profes-sional painter or singer. M: Do you think our TV dramas can develop and promote socio-moral values

amongst masses and educate them to be good and useful citizens and Muslims?A: Yes of course, media is the most influ-ential and powerful source of awareness and education. It always covers the whole society with all the classes and segments. Socio-moral values and lessons about evil and virtue can be transferred to the new generations’ minds with the help of plays, films, documentaries and other such ventures.M: Why do our women have craze for Indian dramas? Is there any quality vacuum in our entertainment produc-tions?A: Well I don’t know. I can’t stand Indian soaps. I like some Bollywood films, but not dramas. I think our women love the glamour and the Saas-Bahu conspiracies and melodramas because they can relate that to their own lives at home. But, our produc-tions are getting better now, and going back to the old style of drama seen here. M: What message or advice do you want to convey to the readers?A: There are no shortcuts in life. You have to work hard and give your best in every-thing and never even think to compromise on your principles and moral values. You must never let people take you for a ride and put up with any sort of harassment. At the end, I must categorically say, “Where there is a will there is definitely a way”. One must be very clear about his/her goals and must run after that with firm conviction and restless struggle.

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HERITAGE

he Kashmiri Gate is one of the thirteen gates of Walled City of Lahore. It is so named because it faces the direction of Kashmir. Inside there is a shopping area and market that is called “Kashmiri Bazaar” and a girls’ college. This college, built upon an old haveli belonging to a shah, is a beautiful example of Mughal architecture.

Like all the other gates this heritage monument is also at risk. While there is no conservation effort going on the gate is being used advertisement purposes and political sloganeering. It is responsibility of the City District Government that this practice should stop. But alas preserving the heritage has never been a priority with the rulers. It is time for the civil society to wake up to salvage what is left of our rich cultural heritage.

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In 2005, Jimmy formed a ballad and funk lead band, Tansen, being the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist he performed for many , but his most cherish gigs were when he performed for the handicapped and disabled in 2006.

Since 2009, Jimmy has rocked out his audience at Lahore’s Gunsmoke where he has performed some smashing covers and original songs live every Friday and Saturday night. With his instrument of choice, an acoustic guitar, this enthusiastic and devoted musician has spent over half a decade in refining his art and musical skills leading him to record and shoot his debut single ‘Pehla Pyar’ at LJP Studio in Karachi. Released in February 2011, the song has been composed and written by Jimmy himself and features industry stalwarts such as guitar-ist Omran “Momo” Shafique and the groovy Kamran “Mannu” Zafar on bass. Sung in Urdu,

both the song and the video are inspired by a person’s journey through his first love following a flashback sequence ideology. Jimmy is cur-rently putting together original material for an EP slated for a 2011-12 release. We at Sunday Plus got an opportunity to talk to this budding talent and how he got into the music industry.

Q-What is your personal style of music, what is Jimmy Khan’s music?

Jimmy Khan: My music at the moment is simple, light, easy on the ears and fun. Some-thing that people can relate to and sing along.

Q-What motivates you to play this kind of music?

Jimmy: My motivation lies in giving people the ‘get away’ they need from the realities of life!

Q-What was the inspiration behind “Pehla Pyar”?

Jimmy: The feel of falling in love for the first time, the shyness, the ‘cute- meet’ reference of it and most importantly the emotions behind the whole love mantra, hence the very title of the song.

Q-Who is your role model in the music world?

Jimmy: It’s a list you cannot pen down, too many to pick from, but loving John Mayer these days.

Q-You had the likes of Ali Zafar and Mekaal Hasan in your debut performance; do you feel baggage of expectations from them?

Jimmy: I believe it is extremely hard to please such big mainstream artists as they have their own experience driven ideas and genres of music! If nothing else I just hope I don’t disap-point them and that I show that their support is hopefully justified.

Q-Is it easy for a new comer to sustain in the ever crumbling economy and music industry?

Jimmy: I have been doing music profes-sionally between 3 - 4 years and have somehow managed to sustain myself and hopefully with this professional launch, will be able to do so even more beyond the basic level. The music industry has developed over the years and I feel it will continue to grow in turn enabling musi-cians to grow, the corporate synergy with music is also important for the industry in terms of financial growth.

Q-If you were to do a duet, who would you choose and why?

Jimmy: If only my sister would stop interacting with her computer so much and start singing again, she’d be the first I’d want to do a duet with. She has an incredible voice and needs to get back to practice.

Q-This is just the beginning of your ca-reer, where do see for yourself in the future?

Jimmy: I never know what to say when someone asks me this question as the response of my listeners will define my future.

Q-Have you ever thought ‘this is what life was made for’?

Jimmy: The reason I got into this line of work is only because I thought to myself ‘maybe this is it, maybe this is what I’m supposed to do in life’. At times there’s a creeping element of doubt but I have to continue to produce more and more songs to eliminate that doubt and prove to myself that I can do this.


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Their relatives, colleagues, and fans all over the world are sad over the death of their heroes who bravely fought the fatal diseases for years. On April 11 Mastana died of Hepatitis-C in Bahawal Victoria Hospital in Bahawalpur. Just five days later Babbu Baral also passed away. He was admitted to the hospital 20 days before his death, in a critical condition as, according to doctors, his liver had become 80 percent dysfunctional. His family appealed to the government and the philanthropists to extend financial help but only Rs 200,000 to Rs 300,000 were received as ‘charity’.

As he appealed on a private news chan-nel, people used various channels such as Facebook and other social networking sites to raise funds (Rs 8.5 million) for his treatment but to no avail. Mastana is survived by a widow and a son, Saad Hasan, a Hafiz-i-Quran. His family also complained of lack of cooperation on the part of the government. The real name of Mustana was Murtaza Hasan. Babbu Baral’s real name is Ayub Akhtar.

Zahid Hasan Khan starred Suhail Ahmad Mastana, Babbu Baral, Ashraf Rahi in the play “Pukhay Huth Btaira” in 1978. Mastana was embroiderer before joining the field of theatre. He moved to Lahore and got his first-break when he performed in ‘Visa Passport’ staged at the Open Air Theatre, Bagh-i-Jinnah.

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The meN ThaT They were

Leaving a big void in the world of art and comedy in Pakistan, Mastana and Babu Baral passed away last

week. Hundreds of thousands of their fans were shocked to hear the news of their death. Both the comedians

crowned the stage drama with innovations and news techniques. They ruled the roost with their remarkable

performances, writing and direction for over three decades. Their job was the most difficult one – making

people laugh. They were best at doing it. Being top professionals they would have the people rolling in

laughter as long as they stayed on the stage.

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During his over 30-year career, the match-less comedian’s popular stage plays include, ‘Ashiqo Gham Na Kero’, ‘Bashira in Trouble’, ‘Shabash Begum,’ ‘Double Swari’ ‘Howay’, ‘Hero-99’ etc. His popularity touched a new height with ‘Kotha’ a drama that was also written and directed by him.

His career ended with a sorry story when Mastana left for Bahawalpur after quitting the field in 2004 when a policeman slapped him in public during a “raid as part of crackdown on dancers” at Naz Theatre. Greatly disturbed on being beaten in public by a cop he left showbiz for good. He started a utility shop ‘Mastana Karyana Store’. Most people are of the view that though the comedy icon passed away this year but in fact he died in 2004 when the policeman slapped him in public.

Zahid Hasan Khan talking to this scribe said both the actors started his venture. “Babbu Baral came to Lahore in late 70s and after three years he went to Rawalpindi where he stayed with Almas Bobby. He worked with the eunuch band performing at the weddings.

“Later, Babbu stayed with versatile artist Sadu Shah Koti. Then again, he came to Lahore and his story of success begun when he did various roles in super hit stage plays, in-cluding ‘Bevi No 1’, ‘Yarah Nal Baharan,’ ‘Lotay Zero Metre’ etc. But, he wrote and directed ‘Shartiya Mithay’ that set a record, giving him fame and earning that led him to produce the film with the same name,” Khan explained.

“Mastana, Babbu Baral and Saleemul Hasan were the producers of the film. The film bombed at the box office. It caused them huge loss. The comedians made a comeback on the stage. Mastana’s and Babu Baral pair was again a super hit. They also played roles in TV serials and films.

‘Mohabbatan Sachiyan Nay’ was the last films wherein Babbu performed. He is survived by two widows, a daughter and a son.

“In the case of Babu Baral, the Punjab gov-ernment left no stone unturned but he was a careless man as he was diagnosed diabetic but never bothered to take precautions,” said Khan

He was admitted to Sharif Medical Com-plex for chronic diabetes, kidney failure and other medical complexities. Babbu had all five fingers of his right foot amputated.

Legendary comedian and stage artist Khalid Abbas Dar said the real loss is for the families of the deceased who have to continue their existence without their beloved.

Javed Koddu has called upon the govern-

ment to set up an organisation for the welfare of ‘deserving’ artists as, according to him, they are assets of the state.

“When an artiste is caught by a fatal disease, the government just gives a cheque to get publicity. Are we beggars? No we are ambassadors of state representing Pakistan abroad. We have acted in hundreds of plays staged abroad,” he averred.

“There is need to activate organisations such as Punjab Art Council. There exists no re-cord about the artists. How can you scrutinise which are the deserving artistes.

“There is only media that highlights the problems of showbiz people that makes the government come in action and we got some assistance,” Koddu concluded.

In their deaths the Pakistani commercial

theatre has lost two legends. Another factor, according to his close aides, was his addiction to hash. However, his family members said that he had stopped taking all types of narcotics. The addiction among the artistes is an open secret. They must leave this practice for the welfare of their families.

Earlier on April 8, stage and television artiste Abdul Hussain Sariyo died after a protracted ill-ness in Karachi. Born on Sept 17, 1968, in Gund Sharif village on the outskirts of Badah town, Sariyo joined the theatre world in 1985 from a stage drama ‘Manzil’ and till death appeared in about 240 stage dramas and TV plays. Gradu-ating from Shah Abdul Latif University, he wrote more than 25 stage and TV dramas.

He first appeared in TV play ‘Inzargah’ writ-ten and directed by Ayoub Gaad and his last play was ‘Nazo’. He has left behind his widow, one son and three daughters to mourn. He performed the difficult role of a fake spiritual

healer in the play ‘Man Mein Toon Maojood’ which was written and directed by Ayoub Gaad.

Ayoub Gaad talking to this scribe said Sari-yo was a versatile artiste and a humble person. He criticised the Sindh culture department for being unsympathetic towards the artistes. “The government spends a huge amount of money on the treatment of its MPAs, but always fails to respond when it comes to the treatment of ailing artistes,” Gaad was of the view.

Muhammad Ali Pathan, an ailing short story writer and playwright, said that Sariyo had played leading roles in 10 TV plays. “He was a nice person and a versatile artiste with progressive approach. The department of culture is responsible for his death,” he said.

On March 30 theatre actor and writer Liquat Soldier died of a cardiac arrest when he watching and commentating in his typical style on the semi-final of World Cup 2011 between Pakistan and India on TV .

Liaquat Soldier made a famous comedic pair with Shahzad Raza on Karachi’s com-mercial stage. It was in 1973 that he joined showbiz and ever since wrote and acted in hundreds of plays.

All is not well in our entertainment industry. It is time the civil society and the state institu-tions take up real issues that are destroying the very fabric of our society. The institutions that are supposed to look after the artistes’ welfare are not doing their job properly. There is need to revamp them for better results. There is also need to set up artistes’ welfare fund. We need to take a fresh start in the right direc-tion straight away otherwise we will continue to lose talent.

TECH

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BlackBerry PlayBook isn’t just the third major tablet platform to launch, or the first one to deeply poke at figuring out

why 7-inch tablets should exist—it’s lit-erally the future of BlackBerry, since the QNX-based OS is going to be the gooey

software heart of BlackBerry phones in the next year or so. It’s sort of the

idealized seven-inch tablet, so dialed in it might be generic if it wasn’t so cleanly

executed. As thin as an iPhone 4, the corners are rounded, but not too rounded.

The back is a rubber-y soft touch, but not too rubber-y. The button-free glossy

black bezel? It’s actually a blank touch surface for gestures, like the Palm Pre. A 3-megapixel front camera stares out of

the top.

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The Nintendo 3D comes up with 2 outward lenses and 1 inward lense for taking pictures and it is compatible with 3D graphics sans glasses. With outward lens you can take picture of any person and at the same in-stant the user’s picture can be taken with the inward lens. It is possible to combine two images and produce a single one. Users cartoon avatars automatically created by 3DS. It also enables users of 2DS for communica-tion. With the help of tag mode, you are able to get the details of another user of 3DS, like you can come to know about the games he or she played last.

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Samsung’s LED 9000 series of television sets is pencil-thin. Yes it’s just 0.3 inches wide and it can support and having the great ability to display 3D images and can convert 2D content into third dimen-sion. You must be impressed by knowing that it can offer great support for download-able apps, just like you’d find on the iPhone or Nexus One. Its application served via open development platform which means that any entrepreneur is able to insert content in it and can add up huge functional-ity, from the world of social networking clients to the down-loadable games.

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Lenovo IdeaPad U1 is a 1.6 inch Linux based PC. It can also become a fully functional 3.7lb notebook having multi-touch capabilities that boasts an Intel Core 2 Duo processor. This device really functions well while offering solid five hours of battery life. E-mail and other web surfing facilities are also available. It attracts to those mobile profes-sionals who are looking for great diversity in computing solution. So you can call it as two for one deal.

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HP’s software developer’s kit for HP’s TouchPad tablet is out, and one coder has leaked an extensive video walkthrough of everything the new Web OS 3.0 has to offer. The video is only an emulator run-ning on the developer’s computer, but it still shows everything the TouchPad will be able to do when it launches later this year. The email app is similar to the one on the iPad, but with a slick, rounded look. There’s a two-pane view with your inbox on the left and message previews on the right. Just like previous versions of Web OS, you can swipe left and right through open apps. There’s also a universal search bar that will look up anything on your system.

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Google’s Nexus is a speedy smart phone. It’s a intuitive handset having five cus-tomizable home screens with animated backgrounds. It also provides slick speech recognition capabilities. Nexus is now integrated with most of the software services provided by Google. Nexus One represent itself as a search giant’s first expansion in the world of e- commerce and hardware. Although that some well-publicized customer service issues come up with the device, still it remains among those ionic customer electronics which are at top of the list through-out the year.

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MOVIE

RATING: 8/10

Genre: Mystery & Suspense, Action & Adventure, Director: Joe Wright, Writer: Seth Lochhead and David Farr, Actor: Saoirse Ronan (interview), Eric Bana, Cate Blanchett, Jessica Barden, Tom Hollander, Original Music by: Tom Rowlands and Ed Simons (as The Chemical Brothers), Cinematography by: Alwin H. Kuchler

Rarely do you get so much fine acting, action and suspense all packed into one jet-fueled, 70s-Euro-esq thrill ride as you do in the movie “Hanna”. The film stars the impressive cast of the young and talented Saoirse Ronan; Cate Blanchette one of the best baddies there is; Eric Bana who provides both the depth and heart needed in the film; and finally Tom Hollander with one of his creepiest performances to date.Director Joe Wright has made one of the most interesting and yet simple action films in theaters, which (aside from Source Code) is really the only thing worth seeing.Find out why it’s worth seeing below.The Players:

A teenage girl goes out into the world for the first time - and has to battle for her life. Direc-tor Joe Wright weaves elements of dark fairy tales into the adventure thriller Hanna, filmed on location in Europe and Morocco. Hanna (played by Academy... A teenage girl goes out into the world for the first time - and has to battle for her life. Director Joe Wright weaves elements of dark fairy tales into the adventure thriller Hanna, filmed on location in Europe and

Morocco. Hanna (played by Academy Award nominee Saoirse Ronan of Atonement, also directed by Joe Wright) is 16 years old. She is bright, inquisitive, and a devoted daughter. Uniquely, she has the strength, the stamina, and the smarts of a soldier; these come from being raised by her widowed father Erik (Eric Bana), an ex-CIA man, in the wilds of North Finland. Erik has taught Hanna to hunt, put her through extreme self-defense workouts,

and home-schooled her with only an ency-clopedia and a book of fairy tales. Hanna has been living a life unlike any other teenager; her upbringing and training have been one and the same, all geared to making her the perfect as-sassin. But out in the world there is unfinished business for Hanna’s family, and it is with a combination of pride and apprehension that Erik realizes his daughter can no longer be held back.

• Action and Acting: Finally, an action film that actually hires solid actors to give real performances so that when the action scenes kick in, you actually care about them! All the characters have layers that are not fully explained, but felt by the audience and leave you intrigued. Who knew actions films could be so much fun!?• The Music: If you don’t see this film, you must buy the soundtrack. The music sets the pace for the film from the very beginning — it

begins with a fast beat that lays underneath the film like a heartbeat that just keeps beat-ing, faster and faster. It’s relentless. Then they integrate a childlike innocence to it which they bring in at some of the most intense mo-ment — perfectly balancing the naivety of the character with the growing dark and macabre atmosphere. Just be careful if you listen to it while driving, you’ll want to go fast, very fast.• The Pace: As was said about the music, the film sets a fast pace from the first moment

the screen lights up and keeps a fast moving pace through to the bitter end. You won’t need to worry about feel the weight of this film’s length, it breezes right along.• The Old/Euro Feel: There’s something this film that reminds you of a 70′s, Italian, action thriller — but brought to modern times and presented in a modern way. It’s absolutely wonderful because it takes the best of that era and brings it to modern cinema. Very nice touch.

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The good:

The Bad:

overall:

• The Inciting Event: One could pick apart this and a few other details from the film that really don’t make perfect sense. There are definitely some things that could absolutely never happen, but because of how strong the

rest of the film is, for some reason I didn’t really mind the problems with the story and enjoyed some of the more inconceivable action scenes — they all seemed to help the story move along and didn’t outwardly hurt

the story. I’m a stickler for this kind of stuff, but they did such a good job of tying it into the film and making it their own that it didn’t really hurt them. So why not!?

Really great film that will keep your heart pumping while watching some fine acting on the big screen. Go see it! Make it a double bill with Source Code!

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The Rich & Famous Event Management organised a colourful fashion show followed by musical concert and dinner to launch new Chinese mobile phones of Ken Xin Da, at local hotel. The event director was young and talented Ms. Manaal-e-Fizza. It was attended by diplomats from Chinese Consulate, leading mobile dealers and elite of town. The dress designer of the event was Sadaf Rameez & Shan Ahmed, media coordinator was Imran Gilani.

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Manaal, Kashiyal, Sadaf, Qaisar & Nasir

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After a successful launch in Karachi, Standard Chartered brought its new, enhanced “Priority Banking” offering for Lahore’s increasingly sophisticated and discerning banking customers. The event was organised at The Asif Jah Haveli.

Atif Aslam & Mikal Hasan Natasha & Frieha Mr. & Mrs. Asim Baksh Ali zafar, Sameena Peerzada & Arif Lohar

Guest at the event Ali Zeeshan & Maram

PriOrity BAnking in lAhOre

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L’Oréal Paris and the Pakistan Fashion Design Council (PFDC) staged a press conference to announce their exciting partnership through the PFDC - L’Oréal Paris Bridal Week 2011 to be held in Lahore later this year. The press conference was attended by Lahore’s prestigious media, fashion stalwarts and industry personalities and was managed by QYT with PR by Lotus.

Maria B and Khadija Malik Mehreen Syed Asmaa Mumtaz Asifa and Nabeel BU Manager L’Oréal, Sadia Shah

Zara Shahjahan Ammar Belal and Fahad Hussayn Abdullah Mohammed Nickie, CEO PFDC Saad Ali

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Designer Sobia Nazir launched her latest Lawn collection 2011 in much stylish way; the glamorous PR and Red carpet event had Islamabad’s elite rubbing shoulders to get the best pieces before it all sold out. The event was managed by REZZ EVENTS.

Wajeeha & Sonia Momeena Sibtain & Rezz aly Shah Talat & Ayesha Shezelle & Sharmeen

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By Amina SaeedAfter years of experience in Pakistan Amina Saeed launched her brand ‘The Furniture Gallery’. Her signature look defines cuts & curves, shaping the wood and giving it a beautiful meaning all together. A luxurious style with a respect for tradition infused with a modernist flair. Her work also shows the marriage of vintage, antique and modern pieces; creatively express a meaningful space filed with style and sophistication, combined with that an appreciation for the classics and a mood of informality and comfort with a twist of character and style.

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Interior decorating is beginning to become a hot topic as the economy seems to recover and people have a little more money to spend on home interiors. But throughout the economic crisis a few lessons were learned that have found their way into interior decorating and are destined to be there for quite a while.

Decorating is more personal and plays to individual interests and passions. Also that expensive isn’t always best, people are looking to repurpose, recycle and reuse items in unique and creative ways.

Classic interior design is derived from Greek and Roman design. This type of interior design is based upon order, balance, and perfect harmony. Classical design does not include any modern elements or current influences. Instead, classic interior design is steeped in tradition. In order to distinguish classical design from other types of design, it is important to

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understand the idea behind a focal point. Classically designed rooms often contain

large focal points. A large fireplace, grand table, or impressive staircases are good examples of focal points that are often used. Once a designer has chosen the focus of a room, all other items within the room are placed in order to enhance the look of the chosen focal point.

The idea behind a classically designed room is to create a sense of perfect symmetry. If a classic interior design were to be sliced down the middle, one side of a room would perfectly reflect the other side of a room. Everything from the lighting to the way that pictures are placed inside of a classic room should be immaculate.

The colors that are used in classic interior design are often inspired by Mother Nature. Deep blues, browns, yellow, green, and earth tones such as terracotta are frequently found within classical spaces. In addition, black can be used to outline important items within a room. Objects such as Roman columns, busts, and large vases are also quite common within classical themes.

As with most other materials used inside of a classical space, fabrics should be understated. Linen, cotton, and other durable fab-rics are often used to create a classic theme. Designers who wish to add a bit of a splash to a classical room may choose to use taffeta


and silks along with cotton and linen. Vel-vet is also used in abundance, though velvet is best used as an upholstery fabric.

vIctoRIan InteRIoR GuIdleInesVictorian interior design is influenced by

the Victorian Age but these days it does not need to be an exact historical replica and I don’t think it would be particularly practical to do this either.

It is enough just to get the general look and feel right and get a decorating style which you know will suit your home perfectly, but to have the whole feel that is warm, comfortable and cozy.

The Victorian Age was in England, Great Britain, in the time of the reign of Queen Victorian (1837 to 1901). The whole Victorian interior design style is, in general, very lavish, luxurious and ornate, think colors, fabrics, patterns, lots of furni-ture, photos etc.

fuRnItuRe • Don’t spoil the look by adding modern

style furniture. You really have got to go for furniture with the traditional Victorian style and look.

• Victorian furniture is good, solid furniture, with a nicely carved and

finished style, and quite decorative in looks. Selection should be dark woods, especially oak, mahogany, teak, walnut and rosewood.

accessoRIes and lIGhtInG• Bring your whole Victorian interior de-

sign look together with a careful choice of accessories and lighting.

• Your lighting should be beautiful and decorative - try ornate chandeliers in brass or cut glass.

• Decorative little lamps of china, brass or marble, with pretty little decorative touches, such as fringing around the base of the lampshade.

• Candle holders also is a good addition to give the Victorian look

• Old-fashioned paintings or print particularly oil paintings, and paintings of pretty, young maidens, or sweet, in-nocent children and puppies.

• Framing pictures in large, decorative frames/antique silver frames, with a touch of gilt, to get that really authen-tic look.

flooRInG• Hardwood floors are a good Victorian

staple, but carpet is fine too. • Adding oriental, Persian and traditional

rugs would look fantastic in any Victo-rian style home.

• Neutral colors are the color palette used in Victorian interior design, mid tones of gray and taupe.

fabRIcIt isn’t just colors the Victorians were

keen on; they were pretty big on pattern too! Use patterns on wallpaper, and fabrics for curtains and upholstery to get the look.

Choose an old-fashioned looking pat-tern, of course, in deep, rich colors; perhaps accented a little in gold. Patterns were frequently large scale, and featured flow-ers, foliage, birds and butterflies.

Ideal fabrics for curtains, or upholstery, are very opulent fabrics velvet, damask, brocade, and heavily embroidered fabrics. These are fantastic for winter.

For summer, try lighter cottons, muslins and chintz. And don’t forget the rule for Victorian decorating as far as patterns are concerned, it’s the more the merrier!

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INTERVIEW

By Sadia Kamran

Communication the earliest skill the human beings needed to acquire in order to lay the foundation of a society. The more sophisticated societies required speech which brought the issues of medium and expression. One of such mediums to express one’s thoughts and ideas is cartoon making. Shaukat Mahmood with a Master’s degree in Fine Arts and Architecture Conservation and a Doctorate in Islamic Architecture chooses this genre of art as his tool to communicate. Such a selection is not common in our part of the world where this profession of ‘cartoon making’ does not earn enough to provide butter to a family though if you are lucky bread can be managed.

mong the circle of his admirers he is known as ‘MAXIM’. Cartoon making is his passion and profession. In a society or in a newspaper to be precise where there is no positive news, his cartoons bring a smile on the face of an ap-prehensive reader. It is by all means a noble act of a reliable citizen. The word ‘cartoon’, to Shaukat Mahmood is a socio-political satire, caricature, or simple graphic humour. Amused laughter is a sign of pleasure to Maxim. It falls under the auspices of “a picture tells a thousand words”. A good cartoon slowly seeps into the public psyche and does not leave. To him, cartoon making is like encouraging and emphasizing an idea or a thought and giving it a creative and artistic touch which is obviously the hallmark or a characteristic feature of his cartoons.

His cartoons also act as the harsh cri-tique as they are his ‘honest opinions’ about people and events. He believes that his cartoons involve no build-up expectations. They are just his ‘way of saying’ things—things which are important to him and his surroundings. It’s about his wit and cleverness. Of course, he is concerned to the affect they summon up so the critique must be tactful, moderate and useful at the same time.

To make cartoons one needs to have an ‘eye of a journalist and a hand of an artist’. Maxim has both. His is a positive journalism and not a bag of accusations and assumptions. He doesn’t believe in hasty rather nasty journalism of today’s Pakistan where our honourable reporters shove mike in front of bleeding, injured survivors of

a bomb blast asking for their remarks on the ominous incident accusing and suspecting anyone and everyone around without wasting a moment. Reporting deaths without verifica-tion, discussions on pending court judgments, confidential reports, state secrets, and conspiracies, even the marital affairs of TV and film stars and politicians and giving their proletar-ian advices. All this without minding their language and their business is peculiar to our journalism. We have become insensitive towards the ethics and morals of responsible journalism. In such a situation, after all these trau-matizing visuals and crude commen-tary, Maxim’s cartoons are the best public service one can do for a nation of lost souls. Cartooning is not just an art but a science, following trends and

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In the most turbulent times our nation is facing on national and international fronts, Dr. Shaukat Mahmood sits patiently in his office in the Punjab University where he is a professor, supervisor and coordinator at the Research Centre of College of Art and Design. Teaching is his second love.

knowing what newspaper readers would like to see and what they must see. Comics have a powerful psychological effect and as Churchill said, ‘a joke is the most serious thing’. Maxim’s cartoon would be on the important and grave issues. It would not be exaggerating that ‘he wears his pen as others do their sword’. He claims himself to be a representative of the public and a spokesperson.

He calls himself a powerless man. ‘Powerless’ due to his inability to abuse or thrash anyone in an argument or is he simply someone who doesn’t have the strong nerves in addition to strong background and abundant resources to allow him to play around with other people ‘s sentiments. His cartoons—his cartoons are not just the statements they are the actions—actions a well educated and a sophisticated member of a civilized society can take against the ‘esteemed’ characters or their acts which are particularly stupid, vain, greedy, cruel, ruthless, dirty, deficient and unjust in one way or the other. A person presenting a superior insight on the ridiculous absent mindedness (intentional or unintentional may it be) exhibited by others can not be powerless.

Answering a question on tolerance and reaction of his critique and satire, Maxim reveals that there were times when ‘of-

fice bearers’ would call and thank him for inviting their attention to certain issues but now all he gets are threats. Being an active part of Pakistani journalism and not belonging to any political party sounds strange to one’s ears. The fact is that Maxim is conscientiously doing his job as a spokesperson of general public and is not interested in joining the rat race of changing loyalties with the ever-changing governments of Pakistan. “Dictators or democrats nobody appreciates criticism and truth” so he remains among those very few who apart from being published regu-larly stay away from the benevolence of any political party. In 2001 he was awarded the President’s Pride of Performance award, despite his not being in the country that is without using any connections and ap-proach in the corridors of power. The medal was granted by a person who had always been on the hit-list of Maxim’s cartoons, Gen. Pervez Musharraf. While recognizing the contributions of Dr. Shaukat Mahmood, the present Government of Pakistan, on August 14, 2010, conferred upon him Sitara-i Imtiaz, the Medal of Excellence for his service to Islamic architecture and arts.

In the most turbulent times our nation is facing on national and international fronts, Dr. Shaukat Mahmood sits patiently in his office in the Punjab University where he

is a professor, supervisor and coordina-tor at the Research Centre of College of Art and Design. Teaching is his second love. First must have been his talented wife, who happens to be his class – fellow while he was doing his Masters, talented and supportive, as she was able to keep the ‘tall, fair and handsome’ artist on the right track – the track which brought him success and fame. His is an impressive CV with more than five hundred publications to his credits and numerous conserva-tion projects. To his students he is ‘polite, patient but particular’ and ‘he would smile on your gaffe and you just need to decode his smile’ another added.

Dr. Shaukat Mahmood the educa-tionist and a cartoonist is an institution within himself, an encyclopaedia of art and architecture. Being the mentor and teacher of thousands of scholars, he is fulfilling the duties of the prophets. He is responsible for bringing the feigned smile to otherwise gloomy situations. To cover the dynamics of his creative endeavour here is a collec-tion of his cartoon which speaks of our recent past, a drop from the ocean. Surely this is not the complete socio-political and cultural commentary of the past fifty four years since he has been making cartoons. (Courtesy: Heritage)


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By Zainab Hassan

off The beAten trAckAzerbaijan, does it exist on the earth? It was the first question that stuck my mind when my husband told about the new home destination that is Azerbaijan. The nerviness was creeping with the days coming closer to the departure day.

hy Azerbaijan? The thought was hard to accept but God bless the people of Google earth for creat-ing the facility to manoeuvre the country with this technology at my laptop screen. I was much relieved and relaxed while seeing Baku known as the city of winds.

Coming out of the airport with the gush of the cool breeze swiping through our faces, welcoming us to the unknown city, I felt a sigh of relief with the pouring of confidence for the comfort. Every-thing I had heard about Azerbaijan was right in front of me a beautiful kingdom of humble people.

For a country that encompasses population of 9 million, it is no coincidence most people know very little about Azerbaijan, aside, of course, from textbook blurbs of Russian rule, conflicts of Arme-nia and Nagorno-Karabakh, revolutions and finally the independent state. The Caspian Sea makes the country a more versatile destination than any other place in the world. The Walled City of Baku is the ancient historical core of Baku called as ‘Ichari shehr” means “Old city”. In December 2000, the Old City of Baku, including the Palace of the Shirvanshahs and Maiden Tower, became the first location in Azerbaijan to be classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The buildings and ar-chitecture is no doubt worth seeing, Walled City of Baku or Ichari Sheher hosts over 50 historical and

architectural monuments from various eras. The Palace of the Shirvanshahs, the Maiden Tower and Synyg Gala (The Broken Tower) are among the monu-ments which survived till present day. Azerbaijan is located on the western shore of the Caspian Sea at the southeast extremity of the Caucasus. The region is a mountainous country, and only about 7% of it is arable land. The Kura River Valley is the area’s major agricultural zone.

Neither Europe nor Asia, Azerbaijan is an incredible tangle of contradic-tions and contrasts. It’s a fascinating nexus of ancient historical empires. Yet it’s also a new nation finding its feet as it emerges from a war-torn post-Soviet chrysalis on a petroleum-funded gust of optimism. Surrounded by semi-desert on the oil-rich Caspian Sea, the nation’s cosmopolitan capital Baku is a dynamic boomtown, where flashy limousines and mush-rooming skyscrapers beautifies a picturesque. Yet barely three hours drive away lies an entirely different world: timeless villages clad in lush orchards from which shepherd tracks lead into the soaring high Caucasus mountains. Where Baku is multilingual and go-ahead, the provinces shuffle to the gently paced click of nard (backgammon) on tree-shaded teahouse terraces: women stay home, herds of cattle wander aimlessly across highways, and potbellied bureaucrats scratch their heads in confusion on finding that an

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Azerbaijan is an incredible tangle of contradictions and contrasts. It’s a fascinating nexus of ancient historical empires. Yet it’s also a new nation finding its feet as it emerges from a war-torn post-Soviet chrysalis on a petroleum-funded gust of optimism. Surrounded by semi-desert on the oil-rich Caspian Sea, the nation’s cosmopolitan capital Baku is a dynamic boomtown, where flashy limousines and mushrooming skyscrapers beautifies a picturesque.

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outsider has wandered into their ter-ritory.

My experience with the youth has been quite wonderful. Here Russian language is considered as the language of elite or educated class. It is same like speaking English in Pakistan- a person who can’t speak English in Pakistan is not considered educated, same goes for those if you can’t speak Russian here, you are not considered educated.

Visiting the country takes creativity and imagination, as the tourist industry is at best ‘nascent’. Although there are plenty of rural ‘rest-zones’ for holidaying city folk, they cater mainly for locals who want to unwind with hefty feasts and family chats, so rarely provide any activi-ties. Very few people outside Baku speak English, but the challenge is a great part of the appeal. Southern Azerbaijan is one of the country’s more pleasant regions,

both along the coast and inland: L′nk′ran is a quaint seaside town famed for its flowers, while Masalli & around makes a good entry point for exploring the Talysh Mountains. Northern Azerbaijan is where you’ll find the Caucasus Mountains and the incredible village of Xinaliq, with its jaw-dropping views and traditional mountain culture. And for something completely different (in a country full of completely different travel experiences!), there’s always the remote and intriguing enclave of Nagorno-Karabakh.

Meandering about the peculiarly wide Baku roads in the soothing evening breeze, coupled with the sights of un-doubtedly some of the prettiest females of the human species to inhabit the plan-et Earth, was just divine. I noticed that the evening life there was pretty vibrant. The downtown streets are flooded with people and it was particularly surprising

to see most of the high street shops open until as late as eight on a Sunday evening. These shops included outlets of some of the best designer brands in the world with some of the most expensive cars waiting outside; not quite fortuitous for a cosmopolitan city that’s home to plenty of nouveaux riches making hay with both hands in this wave of capitalism that has recently taken over the country. But one thing is for sure, it’s a fascinating place to live especially for Pakistanis as you can’t face any kind of racism here unlike other countries. No hassle, no need to have a check up of your shoes to bag through a scanner. Perhaps we are getting this privilege because Pakistan is the first nation who accepted Azerbaijan as an independent state and we can see many Pakistani living here peacefully married to Azeri women. Am I giving hope to Paki-stani men, well it can be hoped!

In December 2000, the Old City of Baku, including the Palace of the Shirvanshahs and Maiden Tower, became the first location in Azerbaijan to be classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

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hile talking to Sunday Plus, Abdul Jabbar Gull pointed out that his work depicts the physical and inner state of an individual’s mind. “We live in two worlds, the physical world that we see with our open eyes and to interact we ‘speak.’ The inner world, we see when our eyes are closed and to interact we keep ‘quiet.’ The more I try to explore the mysterious phenomenon of the corporeal linked to the ethereal world, the more my thoughts fly on delicate wings of imagination. Searching for answers, I am confronted with ever deeper unresolved questions.”

His subject is three dimensional and based on winged forms which, challenges the ‘unwanted

silence of a mind.’ Various sculptural symbols of brass, wood and aluminium depict thought and order pattern of human mind. “I endeavor to disci-pline my thoughts and create order by juxtaposing them with the thakhti, a symbol of awareness. Still my thoughts fly hither and thither, leading me into unknown dimensions, ever teasing ever intriguing,” stated the artist.

Abdul Jabbar Gull has done Bachelor degree of Fine Arts in Sculpture from National College of Arts Lahore Pakistan. He continues to draw inspiration from humanity, spiritual belief, politics, human be-ings and ordinary people. “I call them ̀ ordinary souls’ and I am one of them so I endeavour to express their common sufferings, grief, and relationships on in-dividual and collective levels.” These concepts have helped him understand different religions inculcating in him the experiences of spirituality and Sufism and through politics he has been able to address local and global issue of war.

Themes of ‘self absorption,’ ‘ordinary souls,’ ‘salute,’ ‘caged,’ ‘destiny,’ ‘dream,’ ‘history’ ‘decoded,’ ‘mother and child,’ ‘orders,’ ‘ordinary souls,’ ‘unsung heroes,’ ‘untitled,’ ‘winged thought’ and ‘winged thought II’ have been expressed well through oil, wood, brass and aluminium mediums motivating the artist community and art lovers to search for their self expression which Jabbar has always tried to explore.

According to Abdul Jabbar Gull, “To me inquiry is life and while it exists questioning is the essence of it if one is to keep moving and evolving. So much is happening out there that one cannot cease to ques-

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soul sTirrersRecently, an exhibition titled, ‘An obsession with sculpture’ by Abdul Jabbar Gull was held at the Drawing Room Art Gallery, Lahore. The exhibition showcased variety of elements which reflected the notion of time existing in the inner and outer world.

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Salute 57x72 inches oil on canvasRs 350,000

Self Absorption 18x24 oil on canvasRs 70,000

Ordinary Souls wood, brass & aluminum 66 inches Rs 500,000

Orders wood and brass 36 x 49 inches (each piece 11 x 11 in)

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tion oneself... especially if you are an artist.”The variation and moods of his works were

further highlighted by Drawing Room owner Sanam Taseer. “An obsession with sculpture presents the work of Abdul Jabbar Gull who has utilized a variety of media to explore and represent complex notions of time, movement and thought, the past and future, the real and imagined.”

She further emphasised that Jabbar’s work focuses on the tension between physical and psychological dimensions. His work has a certain

Themes of ‘self absorption,’ ‘ordinary souls,’ ‘salute,’ ‘caged,’ ‘destiny,’ ‘dream,’ ‘history’ ‘decoded,’ ‘mother and child,’ ‘orders,’ ‘ordinary souls,’ ‘unsung heroes,’ ‘untitled,’ ‘winged thought’ and ‘winged thought II’ have been expressed well through oil, wood, brass and aluminium mediums motivating the artist community and art lovers to search for their self expression which Jabbar has always tried to explore.

symbolic quality. The first is the use of round solid forms depicting our earthly selves -- our universally lived experience of the everyday world. Warm, smooth, wooden forms that that have their eyes closed as a subtle gesture evoking a feeling that although they are physically present on this earthly plane their thoughts are turning heavenwards in a moment of introspection. Enlarged to monumental proportions, the subject matter is presented with a strength and individuality not commonly repre-sented in popular media.

Secondly he uses the ‘takht’ or slate. A simple folksy symbol of knowledge and learning adorned with a universal script from which we often see winged creatures resembling angels emerging. These angels or visions are moving freely through either side of these brass mesh screens produc-ing sculpture infused with light, movement and freedom. The exhibition was attended by many who appreciated the works of Abdul Jabbar Gull and reinforced the idea that his work has a universal experience of enlightenment that goes beyond religion or culture. The sculpture ‘beings’ present, a period of meditation and spiritual enlightenment which unites us rather than dividing us.

The exhibition, ‘An obsession with sculpture’ by Abdul Jabbar Gull has received a positive response from people. The prices of the artwork ranged be-tween Rs 35000 and Rs 500,000. His collection has been a part of many solo exhibitions. Recently, his solo exhibition of painting was held at Khaas gallery, Islamabad. The exhibition would continue till May 12th, 2011.

Ordinary Souls 24x36 inches oil on canvasRs 85,000

Ordinary Souls 57x72 inches oil on canvasRs 350,000

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t’s not just that Ms. Barker is adept at dramatizing her own adventures as a reporter — though she develops the chops of a veteran foreign correspondent, she depicts herself as a sort of Tina Fey character, who unexpectedly finds herself addicted to the adrenaline rush of war. It is also that Ms. Barker has discovered a voice in these pages that enables her to capture both the serious and the seriously absurd con-ditions in Af-Pak (Afghanistan and Pakistan), and the surreal deal of being a female reporter there, with dating problems.

Black humour, it turns out, is a perfect tool for capturing the sad-awful-frequently-insane incongruities of war. Ms. Barker conveys the shocking lack of security in Pakistan, even after the assassination of former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto. Of a meeting between the newly sworn-in Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari and the Afghan President Hamid Karzai in Islamabad, Pakistan, she writes that “the event featured absolutely no security, no metal detectors, no bag searches, even though the list of people who wanted to kill either man was surely the size of a New York phonebook.”

She conveys how small the war in Afghani-stan still was in the spring of 2005, before insufficient American resources and growing anti-foreigner sentiment fuelled the Taliban’s resurgence: “Sure, the Taliban blew up things in the south, but so far they mostly blew up themselves, and their attempts to use recal-citrant donkeys as suicide bombers” — known in the parlance as D.B.I.E.D.’s, (donkey-borne improvised explosive devices) — “only provoked laughter. It was a known fact: Afghans and

Pakistanis were probably the worst suicide bombers in the entire spectrum of militants.”

Also conveyed here is the daunting chal-lenge that the United States faces in trying to develop a police force in Afghanistan. “The only thing that would make a difference,” Ms. Barker writes, “was a whole lot of training, for a whole lot of years, with a whole lot of money.”

As for the chaotic election process in Afghanistan, Ms. Barker notes that in the 2005 parliamentary elections, voters had to choose from 390 candidates: “The ballot folded out into seven large pages, and each candidate had a photograph and a symbol, because many Afghans were illiterate. But creativity ran out, and symbols had to be reused. Candidates were identified as different objects, includ-ing a pair of scissors, one camel, two camels, three camels, two sets of barbells, mushrooms, two ice-cream cones, three corncobs, two tomatoes, stairs, a turkey, two turkeys, one eye, a pair of eyes, a tire, two tires, three tires — to name a few. The symbols were randomly drawn out of a box.”

Ms. Barker readily acknowledges her own eager enrollment at Kabul High: how she rented a room in the “Fun House,” a kind of dorm filled with journalists, United Nations workers, lawyers and other Westerners orbiting the war — temporary expats all “on the same acid trip,” who forged fast, intense friendships that were galvanized by adversity, the curfews and the frequent power failures.

She writes about how the war undermined her relationship with her serious man back home and how she became an “adrenaline

junkie” — hooked on things that “went boom,” to the “vortex of work and fun,” to the sense of aliveness she felt amid the chaos. And she writes, too, about how she fell in love with the countries she was covering, how “Pakistan and Afghanistan would ultimately become more all-consuming than any relationship I had ever had.”

Eventually, Ms. Barker says she realized she “had turned into this almost drowning carica-ture of a war hack, working, swearing and drink-ing my way through life and relationships” and that she “had a choice — I could choose life, or I could choose to keep hopping from one tragedy to the next.” She chose to graduate from Kabul High, to return home before it was too late.

According to her, “The only workable solution to the region’s many problems was a long-term commitment from the world, with no end date in sight, focused on building actual governance systems rather than propping up various personalities. Only a long-term plan would prevent the region from falling into further chaos.”

About the Author: Kim Barker joined the Chicago Tribune in 2001 and was South Asia bureau chief from 2004 to 2009. She currently holds the prestigious Edward R. Murrow press fellowship at the Council on Foreign Relations. She lives in New York City.

iTiTle:the taliban shuffle (strange days in Afghanistan and Pakistan)Author: Kim Barker, Pages: 302, Price: Rs 1,795, Genre: Asian History

Review: What is remarkable about ‘The Taliban Shuffle’ is that its author, Kim Barker — a reporter at ProPublica and the South Asia bureau chief for The Chicago Tribune from 2004 to 2009 — has written an account of her experiences covering Afghanistan and Pakistan that manages to be hilarious and harrowing, witty and illuminating, all at the same time.


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Synopsis: When Kenneth Earl realises his memory is failing, he advertises for someone to help him catalogue his vast collection of music, and so create a record of his life. Maggie, the final candidate, is his last hope. But he doesn’t guess, when he gives her the job that the archive will be as much about her past as his -- because this isn’t the first time that Maggie has been to Earl House, and it’s no coincidence that she applied for the post…Azzopardi is a good sensual writer, especially strong on smells good and bad and their emotional colours, and at evoking sensations like river mud between one’s toes. However, this novel is a house built on shaky founda-tions. If what should be an overwhelming sto-ry of trauma confronted and healed touches the heart less than it should it’s because the premise – Kenneth and his wish to annotate a record collection – feels willed and mocked. Still the book is not only a good read but shows a fireworks display of true talent. Azzopardi is an accomplished writer who has beautifully woven the past into the present until her words literally sing off the page. The book is not only a good read but shows a fireworks display of true talent. Azzopardi is an accomplished writer who has beautifully woven the past into the present until her words literally sing off the page.

Review: Much has been written about Two-Nation Theory and Pakistan but still there is a need to make our generation aware about the sacrifices made for Pakistan. The book, titled, ‘Do-Qoumi Nazaria’ (In the light of Holy Quran) by Raja Mohammad Akram highlights the creation of Pakistan from Quranic perspective. It provides various evidences which suggests that creation of Pakistan in

sub-continent was an inevitable event and even super power at that time, British Em-pire, could not deter Muslims of their independence goal. According to the writer Raja Akram, though Pakistan came into beings on August 14, 1947, but its foundation was laid down when first Muslim was landed on this very soil. In order to support this view he provides original text of speeches of sub-continent Muslim luminaries which includes Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, Allama Mohammad Iqbal, Quaid-i-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and his accomplices who not only presented the idea of independence but also achieved their ultimate goal of a separate homeland within short span of time where native Muslims could perform their rituals and customs according to their belief and religion. The book also contains original text of Quaid Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah August 11, 1947 speech. It states, “now I think we should keep that in front of us as our ideal and you will find that in course of time Hindus would cease to be Hindus and Muslims would cease to be Muslims, not in the religious sense, because that is the personal faith of each individual, but in the political sense as citizens of the state.”Another important speech of Allama Mohammad Iqbal at Allah Abad in 1930 is also included in the book coupled with Sir Syed Ahmad Khan’s concepts for a separate homeland for Muslims. The book also raises various issues like dishonesty of Radcliffe boundary commission, titling of Viceroy Mountbatten towards Hindus and conspiracies hedged by Hindu leaders against Muslims along with important events that happened after 1857 till the inception of Pakistan.The title of bilingual (English and Urdu) book is catchy and shows pictorials of Quaid-i-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Allama Mohammad Iqbal and Sir Syed Ahmad Khan along with Holy Quran.

Synopsis: National Geographic magazine has always delighted its readers with wonderful photos and fascinat-ing information about all parts of the world. As the cover material claims, Designed for enjoyable browsing, the Answer Book is a treat for an inquiring mind. Two-page spreads are organized into nine thematic chapters Maps and Globes, The Universe, Planet Earth, Life on Earth, Climates and Habitats,

The Human World, World History, Science and Technology, and Countries of the World. The main contributors are National Geographic and Washington Post writers and editors. Illustra-tions are credited to a variety of sources, including National Geographic, Getty Images, and Encyclopedia Britannica. It is recommended as a ready-reference tool for most school and a valuable addition to home libraries, too.

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Author: Raja Mohammad Akram Pages: 271 Genre: History By: Syed Mohammad Tahir

Author: Trezza Azzopardi Pages: 256 Price: Rs 6,95 Genre: Fiction

NaTioNal geograPhic aNswer BooK: fasT facTs aBouT our worldPublication: National Geographic Pages: 448 Price Rs.3,395 Genre: Science


ZODIAC

aries THE RAM

(21 MARCH TO 19

APRIL)

Luck in speculation and financial windfall

are in the picture. Your courageous and

pioneering spirit

will thriv

e on accepting

challenges. You will

be quick in taking

decisions -

often done

prematurely.

Romantically, you will

be eager and

ardent – and love w

ill pursue you w

herever

you go. The planets will favor

artistic

endeavors. Siblin

gs and close relatives

will be overzealous and aggressive. Job

success is guaranteed or most certainly

lies in

your hands. H

ome life w

ill be ra

ther

slow. Travelin

g can be expected. Authority

figures, b

osses or superio

rs will

be slow to

act in your fa

vor. Health will

improve.

TaurusTHE BuLL

(20APRIL – 20 MAY)

Your ruling planet, V

enus is still passing close to

rebellious Uranus, w

hich will bestow originality

, in-

dependence, inventiveness, in

sight and everything

unexpected. Your ruler w

ill also be in close proxim-

ity to communicative Mercury, giving you success in

literary fields and education – also, tu

rning you into

a confirmed gossip. Financial m

atters will im

prove.

New love can appear on the horizon. You will c

on-

tinue to maintain your privacy and secrecy – possi-

bly a sense of vocation directed towards religion or

a humanitarian approach along with a dedication

to a cause. Deeply rooted psychological problems

need to be resolved. Legal issues can also emerge.

Care must b

e exercised in order to avoid escapist

drugs.

caNcer

THE CRAB

(21 JUNE – 22 JULY)

Your ruler, the Moon in the last quarter

will be a time of waning energy, of com

-

pleting unfinished tasks and reviewing

future plans. Siblings will be loving as

well as temperam

ental. With Pluto retro-

grade in your marriage house, long term

relationships will experience some m

is-

understanding. The Moon in proximity to

Neptune and Venus on the 27th and 30th

respectively will bring financial gains.

With your career house overloaded with

planets, multi-faceted career options

will be available. With Mercury direct on

the 23rd, rapport with your superiors will

improve. High fevers and acute infections

are your only health concerns.

leo 2011

THE LIoN

(23 JULY – 22 AUGUST)

The Sun, your ruler occupying the sign

of Taurus will give you persistence, ro-

mance, sensuality and an intense need

for emotional and financial security. Fi-

nances will improve after the 23rd. Your

determination to succeed and your

yearning for professional recognition

will be evident. Students pursuing high-

er education will be successful. Those of

you applying for visas abroad will have

their dreams com

e true. Professions

linked to overseas ventures will have a

positive outcome. Long distance travel-

ing is a possibility. You will be inclined

towards possessing a mentor or teacher

or guru as a source of guidance. Health

needs care.

scorPio

THE SCoRPIoN

(23 OCTOBER – 21 NOVEMBER)

Social activities will revolve around

your work environment. Pluto in square

aspect with Uranus will propel you to

stand face-to-face with the unexpected

circumstances in your fam

ily life. Mul-

tiple job opportunities will be presented

to you. There will be an enhanced focus

on colleagues, employees or your em

-

ployer. Love will manifest itself close to

your work place or probably become a

form of service and duty – nonetheless,

romance is in the picture. Pluto in a posi-

tive trine aspect to the Sun may reveal

your awareness toward unresolved is-

sues regarding your father or other au-

thority figures and your ability to solve

them – however, inappropriate relation-

ships and jobs can drop away. Health

matters will be sensitive – avoid undue

stress at work.

your sTar

This weeKDr. Zaibun Nisa


ZODIAC

gemiNi

THE TWINS

(21 MAY – 20 JUNE)

Your ruler, Mercury becoming direct on the

23rd will ease your path while you pursue your

dreams – in fact, it will enhance communica-

tions, learning, traveling and public dealing.

Mercury close to Venus will bestow artistic

flair, romantic tendencies and sudden finan-

cial gains – however, the key lies in managing

your finances wisely – be careful with money

as the moon is waning. Angry outbursts can

complicate simple matters. Tasks related

to friends and group activities within a club,

society or fraternity are highlighted. Spiritual

studies, meditation and behind the scenes

activities are indicated. Your personality will

be full of contradictions. Health matters will

be slow-moving. Avoid anger at all costs.

virgo THE VIRGIN

(23 AUGUST – 22 SEPTEMBER)

Your ruler, Mercury in direct motion on the

23rd and in close contact with Venus will

bring forth enhanced interaction with others,

improved expression of affections, elaborate

artistic impulses and shrewd financial sense.

Mercury, moving towards daring Mars will

also bestow a strong will power, stamina,

passion, physical strength, and the courage

to go after what you want. Finances via your

partner or spouse are abundant – money

and investment must not become a source

of conflict. Estate, inheritance and insur-

ance issues will be tackled successfully. Your

spouse will be sentimental and supportive.

Avoid haste to prevent accidents and losses.

sagiTTarius

THE ARCHER

(22 NOVEMBER – 21 DECEMBER)

Your ruler Jupiter in close aspect to ag-

gressive Mars will bestow increased

energy, determination, vitality and pas-

sion – but you may feel angry, resentful

and overburdened. Speculation gains,

lottery prizes and financial windfall

are indicated – however, there is an in-

creased likelihood that finances will be

poorly managed. Love affairs, creativity

and pre-occupation with children are

highlighted. Marriages and long term

relationships will improve after the

23rd with Mercury turning direct. Career

matters will becom

e favorable – job

opportunities in foreign multinational

companies or overseas are a possibility.

Your health is strong.

PiscesTHE FISH

(19 FEBRUARY – 20 MARCH)

From 25th till th

e 27th, the Moon in your sign will i

n-

crease your personal power, with opportu

nities to so-

cialize, volunteer for a worth

y cause and meet friends

– in fact, you can perfo

rm something unusual or in

no-

vative. From 27th evening till th

e 30th , finances will

be fortu

nate as the Moon enters your m

oney house

– and the Moon conjunct Neptune on the 27th – 28th

will activate your im

agination, psychic potential and

intuitive sense in money- making schemes. Avoid

making drastic changes in your career. Love m

atters

will improve afte

r the 23rd. Traveling is imminent.

Health matte

rs can deteriorate.

aQuarius

THE WATER BEARER

(20 JANUARY – 18

FEBRUARY)

The Moon entering your sign fro

m the 28th till the 30th

will strengthen your w

ill power – however, your emotional

state will b

e obvious to all. Y

our well b

eing will depend

largely on your demeanor, se

lf-image and how people

perceive you. Your curiosity

will increase with th

e Sun in

your 3rd house – this p

osition favors s

tudents at sc

hool

level to excel in

their s

tudies – in fa

ct, you will e

xpress

yourself w

ith ease, in writin

g, journalism

, education and

communication fields. T

ravel and siblings w

ill play an im

-

portant ro

le in your life. Money will fl

ow effortle

ssly in your

direction – with an increase likelihood of a hefty bank bal-

ance – however, avoid speculation tendencies a

nd gam-

bling at all costs

as the moon is w

aning. Relationships will

improve as Mercury will tu

rn direct on the 23rd.

liBra THE SCALES

(23 SEPTEMBER – 22 OCTOBER)

You may continue to get engaged in ag-

gressive confrontations over trivial issues.

Your ruler Venus is in close proximity to the

intellectual Mercury, hence bestowing bet-

ter judgment, amazing memory, commu-

nicative power and literary abilities. Your

general well being and overall emotional

health is highly dependent upon harmoni-

ous relationships. This position of Venus is

favorable for actors, singers and those of

you dealing with the public. Your financial

state will depend largely on outside inves-

tors, business partners or spouse’s support

– legacies of all types will play a major role.

Love and marriage will continue to loom

large for many of you. Career matters will

be slow-moving as the moon is waning.

Health will be delicate.

caPricorN

THE GoAT

(22 DECEMBER – 19 JANUARY)

You will find solace in love, children and

activities that give you the opportunity

to express your creativity. Your ruler close

to the fixed star, Menkar suggests that

with patience and responsibility, you can

achieve a great deal. It carries a warning

that legacies and inheritances may be

bound up in family disagreements. Saturn,

your ruler in opposition to Venus will reveal

the truth about existing relationships –

with the possibility of breaking up – how-

ever, strong relationships will survive. It

also indicates a time of emotional stress.

Family, home and domestic scenario will

continue to be emphasized. Finances will

dwindle as the week progresses – so, bud-

get wisely – money will continue to flow in

your direction till the 30th. Guard against

excessive worry and possible health prob-



HEALTH

Don't ignore the following ten signs and symptoms, some of which are not obviously alarming. But, trust that your body informs you of its needs

You already know that the obvious signs and symptoms likr chest pain, abdominal pain or unexplained bleeding, are gener-ally good reason to seek immediate medical care. But, the not-so-obvious symptoms may leave you questioning whether you need to see a doctor.

Here’s a list of warning symptoms worth reading. You may find some of the symptoms surprising. But, be aware of the significance of these symptoms and when it is important to seek timely medical care. It could make a difference in your quality of life and may even save your life.

DoN’T IGNoRE THESE SyMPToMS

Don’t ignore the following ten signs and symptoms, some of which are not obviously alarming. But, trust that your body informs you of its needs. While some messages are more urgent than others, milder but persistent symptoms may also signal trouble.

1Unexplained weight loss

If you find you’re losing exces-sive weight without intending to do so, see your doctor. Unintentional excessive weight loss is considered to be a loss of more than five percent of your weight within one month. Ten percent of your weight within six to 12 months

An unexplained drop in weight could be caused by a number of conditions, such as an overactive thyroid (hyper-thyroidism), depression, liver disease, cancer or other noncancerous disorders, or disorders that interfere with how well your body absorbs nutrients (malabsorp-tion disorders).

2Persistent fever

If you have a normal immune system and you are not undergoing treat-

Y

HEALTH

ment, such as chemotherapy for cancer, a persistent low-grade fever (over 100.4 F), should be checked if it lasts for a week or more. If you have a fever with shaking chills, or a high fever (greater than 103 F), or if you are otherwise severely ill, see your doctor as soon as possible.

If you have an immune system problem or take immune-suppressing drugs, fever may not be a reliable warning sign and your primary doctor or oncologist can tell you what would signal a need for an evaluation.

Persistent fever can signal hidden infections, which could be anything from a urinary tract infection to tuberculosis. At other times, malignant conditions, such as lymphomas, cause prolonged or persistent fevers, as can some medications and condi-tions and reactions to certain drugs.

Fever is common with treatable infec-tions, such as urinary tract infections. But if a low-grade fever persists for more than two weeks, check with your doctor. Some underlying cancers can cause prolonged, persistent fever, as can tuberculosis and other disorders.

3Shortness of breath

Feeling short of breath, beyond the typi-cal stuffy nose or shortness of breath from exercise, could signal an underlying health problem. If you ever find that you’re unable to get your breath or that you are gasping for air or wheezing, seek emergency medical care. Feeling breathless with or without exertion or when reclining also is a symptom that needs to be medically evaluated without delay.

Causes for breathlessness may include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic bronchitis, asthma, heart problems, anxiety, panic attacks, pneumonia, a blood clot in the lung (pulmonary embolism), pulmonary fibrosis and pulmonary hyperten-sion.

4Unexplained changes in bowel habits

See your doctor if you have any of the following:

l Severe diarrhea lasting more than two

daysl Mild diarrhea lasting a weekl Constipation that lasts for more than

two weeksl Unexplained urges to have a bowel

movementl Bloody diarrheal Black or tarry-colored stools

Changes in bowel habits may signal a bacterial infection, such as campylobacter or salmonella, or a viral or parasitic infection. Among other possible causes are inflamma-tory bowel disease and colon cancer.

5Mental status changes

Immediate medical evaluation is war-ranted if any of the following occur:l Sudden or gradual confused thinkingl Disorientationl Sudden aggressive behaviorl Hallucinations in someone who has never

had themChanges in behavior or thinking may

be due to infection, head injury, stroke, low blood sugar or even medications, especially ones you have recently started taking.

6New or more severe headaches (es-pecially if you’re over age 50)

Seek prompt medical attention if you experience:l A sudden and severe headache, often

called a thunderclap headache, because it comes on suddenly like a clap of thunder.

l These headache symptoms may be caused by stroke, blood vessel inflam-mation (arteritis), meningitis, brain tumor, aneurysm or bleeding on the brain after head trauma.

7Short-term loss of vision, speaking or movement control

If you have these signs and symptoms, minutes count. These are signs and symptoms of a possible stroke or transient ischemic attack

(TIA). Seek immediate emergency medical care if you have any of the following:l Sudden weakness or numbness of the

face, arm or leg on one side of your bodyl Sudden dimness, blurring or loss of visionl Loss of speech, or trouble talking or

understanding speechl A thunderclap headachel Sudden dizziness, unsteadiness or a fall

8Flashes of light

The sudden sensation of flashing lights may signal the beginning of retinal detach-ment. Immediate medical care may be needed to save vision in the affected eye.

9Feeling full after eating very little

Feeling full sooner than normal after eat-ing and having persistent nausea and vom-iting that last more than a week are warning signs that should be checked by your doctor. There are many possible causes, including pancreatic cancer, stomach cancer and ovarian cancer.

1Hot, red or swollen joint

These warning signs may occur with a joint infection, which requires emergency care to save the joint and keep bacteria from spreading elsewhere. Other causes may include gout or certain types of arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis.


N’eco’s Natural Store and Café is store cum café which facilitates to buy everything natural- from honey, to organic flour, to furniture and more. Like wise the café serves breakfast, lunch, hi-tea and dinner while using organic ingredients as per availability in all our dishes.Neco’s this month celebrates alkaline foods! Spirulina- a great alkaline food- a blue-green algae food supplement, packed with anti-oxidants, calcium, vitamin A and minerals, esp. iron. High in chlorophyll and digestible protein, without the cholesterol and fats found in other protein sources. So do check in for the sake of healthy lifestyle.

Contact: 8C, Lane #1, Bukhari Commer-cial Area, Phase 6, DHA, Karachi.

going the chinese way

PICKS OF THE WEEK

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Khaadi weaves a brand new kind of magic this summer with the launch of Khaadi Lawn collection 2011 for the very first time. The colourful bohemian inspired lawn prints have been inspired from the mysteries of sublime Uzbek and William Morris prints. Khaadi is also offering its new embroidered lawn collection that will leave you marvelling at how elegantly you beat the heat. Flaunt them all season long because the fabric and colours are stamped with the Khaadi-backed assurance of quality that you

know and trust.

Available at all Khaadi outlets

colourful mystery by Khaadi

Maya’s Tex Mex grill is offering daily specials that will fill one’s appetite without emptying the pocket. This dining cuisine has dedicated different in-house specials to all days of the week, starting from Speedy Gonza-les, Lady’s Day, El Rodoe to Viva la Brunch. If you’re in the vicinity and craving for scrumptious delicacies Maya’s Tex Mex grill is your one stop destination, relish and indulge in this fine Mexican cuisine.

Hotel One, Mehmud Kasuri Road, Gulberg III

maya’s lunch Box

The latest 3-D animated adventure movie “Rio-The Movie” recently hit theatres for the first time in cinemas equipped with digital 3D screen-ings, both in Karachi and Lahore. Twentieth Century Fox’s next anima-tion venture from Blue Sky Studios the makers of hit ICE AGE series is RIO, a comedy adventure about taking a walk on the wild side. RIO the movie is set to become the first biggest animation film of the year. Come enter the world of 3D adventure for the first time in Pakistan.

Screening: Cine Star Cinema in Lahore & Atrium cinema in Karachi

We at Sunday Plus have brought a smart wish-list for all our readers that are the best buys which range from the trendiest brands to the most delicious palate to à la mode popular gateways. So get ready as we present our picks for the week. There’s something for everyone.

3d adventure in Pakistan

hoTTesT, newesT, laTesT…

sunday plus magazine 24 april 2011

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