Journalism of Courage
Shimmer and shine
On Tuesday evening,the PNG Festive 5 event held at Sun-n-Sand was one of elegant and classy designs. Models walked the runway with selected pieces of the collections,namely Swarajya,Royal,Wild Gold,Temple Jewellery and Golden Jazz. While Swarajya blended traditional designs with contemporary styles,the Wild Gold collection was based on the tribal culture of north-east India. The Royal Collection was the cynosure of all eyes as is displayed kundan,polki and jadau designs. The Temple Jewellery boasted of ornaments worn by queens and goddesses,while Golden Jazz matched its designs with the attitude and mindset of today’s working women.
Beauty on canvas
Waterfalls signify fun and joy,and senior artist Nandkishor Dhadnekar has captured that beauty on canvas. His Waterfall Landscape exhibition is being held at Balgandharva Rangmandir Kaladalan till October 23. There are 62 paintings on display,depicting waterfalls in Tamhani Ghat,Malshet Ghat,Randha Someshwar,Thoseghar and many other places. It was inaugurated recently by Anuradha Phadnis,director,Phadnis Group,and architect Ravi Gadre and deputy mayor Prassana Jagtap were present at the programme. The exhibition is on between 10.30 am and 1.30 pm and 4 pm and 8 pm.
This Saturday,eight models will sizzle the ramp at the Paprika Fashion Nite 2010 being held at Paprika hot Rock,Dhole Patil Road. The collections of designer Nilakshi Idnani will be displayed by models in sequences choreographed by fashion choreographer Sandeep Dharma. The models who will steal the spotlight include Miss India Arabia 2010 Sarvandya Arjunwadkar,Prajalee Ghatge,Nirleep Kaur,Nandita Mane,Nikita Gaikwad,Neha Kokre,Vibhuti Sharma and Rasika Navare.
Ocean of music
Pune is definitely becoming a music destination. Today,revellers and music lovers can rest assured of a great start to their weekend as popular band Indian Ocean will take centrestage at Area 51,Pancard Clubs. This performance is part of their official tour concert for their new album ’16/330 Khajoor Road’ which will be released soon. The evening will come alive with a mix of old favourites and new tracks. The concert will begin at 9 pm.
Actor’s glory
After a ‘Special Mention’ at the Munich Film Festival in Germany,Marathi film Natarang is hoping for another international success. Actor Atul Kulkarni has been nominated for Best Actor at the Asia Pacific Screen Awards. The APSA,also known as The Oscars of the East,recognizes the cinematic brilliance and cultural diversity of the vast Asia-Pacific region. Established in 2007,it brings together Paris-based UNESCO and FIAPF-International Federation of Film Producers Associations. The winners are determined by the International Jury of the Asia Pacific Screen Awards who will assemble at Australias Gold Coast on November 22 to initiate deliberations. The awards ceremony will be held on December 2 and will be chaired by film critic and historian,Adrienne Mc Kibbins. Kulkarni is facing serious competition from Australias veteran actor Tony Barry and Chen Daoming from China,to name a few. But going by the number of accolades the film is garnering,it is safe to say that domestic and international audiences have woken up to Natarang’s social relevance.
Glitter-ati
This weekend,the city will be bedecked in jewels intricate embellishments and dramatic storytelling designs. Celebrated jewellery designer Alpana Gujral from New Delhi will be showcasing her Rang Rasa collection at Vivanta by Taj Blue Diamond. Showcasing in the city for the first time,Gujral is looking forward to meeting potential customers. The collection is Mughal inspired; it has an antique look that successfully blends traditional styles with contemporary forms. The jewellery is very festive and perfect for Diwali and the wedding season, she says. For Gujral,the jewellery she designs is no less than works of art. As she says,After all,not all art is found in a museum. When she designs,her work takes the form of a canvas that comes alive with gems and metals. Art evokes emotion and jewellery communicates it, she says,adding,Jewellery is an unspoken expression of individual style. It is a significant part of our heritage and each time,I strive to capture the essence of beauty in all my designs while also incorporating a piece of our history. Gujral’s traditional Minakari motifs comprise flowers,plants and scrolling vines. The new pieces that she will depict reflect the blend of the traditional and contemporary. Diviya Aggarwal of Divikriaa will be hosting Gujral and her collection. Aggarwal says,The collection has limited edition pieces from earrings,necklaces to cuffs,bracelets and rings. We are really looking forward to treating the city to her designs. Head to the venue between 11 am and 8 pm to take a dekko.
