Walk for CRY
HOUSTON: Millions of children can only dream of having the basic rights to live, learn, play and grow. The United Nations Convention on the rights of the child grants children four basic human rights: the right to survival, development, participation and protection. With a vision of a just world in which all children have equal […]
Revered Swami Suhitanandaji Maharaj, to Visit Vedanta Society of Greater Houston
By Sanchali Basu HOUSTON: The long awaited expectation is about to come true. The sincere, hard efforts of the devotees of the Vedanta Society of Greater Houston (VSGH) are finally about to pay off. Months and years of anticipation, persistence and perseverance have finally convinced the General Secretary of the parent institution, Ramakrishna Math & […]
Mama’s Punjabi Recipes: Dahi Vadde (Lentil Balls In Yogurt)
Vaddas – which refers to all sorts of edible balls – are popular all across India, where they are cooked in a variety of ways. They can be eaten alone, dipped in a chutney as a snack or cooked in curries for a complete dinner dish. Or they can be soaked in yogurt and eaten […]
OMG: Drashti Dhami to marry AGAIN!
We all know that Drashti Dhami is now a happily married woman. The actress married her long-time beau, Neeraj Khemka in a very private ceremony in February and the reason we know she’s happy is because there hasn’t been a single interview of the diva post marriage where she hasn’t raved about how loving her husband and in-laws […]
Siddhant Karnick to enter Bigg Boss 9 – conditions apply!
The makers Bigg Boss are gearing up for its ninth season and we have a new name coming our way everyday – some confirmed, some approached and some rumoured. While the makers are busy finding more house mates for the much dreaded house, we have a new name to add to their list… Siddhant Karnick. While most people […]
Salman Khan to work with Aamir Khan’s Ghajini director AR Murugadoss?
Salman Khan is all set to give takkar to Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan when he brings his upcoming Sultan during next year’s Eid. With Shah Rukh Khan, it is more about the clashing of the dates when Raees is also aiming for an Eid release. But with Aamir, it’s more about the clashing of plots as both Sultan and Aamir’s Dangal is based on […]
Kangana Won’t Play a Character as ‘Tragic’ as Katti Batti’s Payal Again
Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut said that her role in Nikhil Advani’s Katti Batti is the ‘most tragic character’ that she has played so far. “This character is the most tragic character I have played so far. Tragedy to another level. I was crying all the time, I lost my appetite and broke down on any situation,” said […]
It’s Not Just Aamir Khan Who Cried and Cried in Katti Batti
While many trolled Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan on social media when he saw Katti Batti and came out of the theatre with tears in his eyes, actress Kangana Ranaut said that the forthcoming romantic thriller has such intensity that it even made her “cry every night” when she was shooting for it. “For an actor, playing such […]
Hero Movie Review
“If you want this love story to work, then buy yourself some time,” warns a concerned brother to his distraught sister half-way through the film Hero. This warning is probably meant for the audience as well, who by now seem to be restlessly squirming in their seats. With punchlines like Ek goonda kya ek IG ki beti se pyaar […]
Unusual Hindu temples and their mysterious powers!
A land of strange tales and legends! The world is full of myriad temples, churches, shrines and other sacred places. Some of these places are splendid creations, inspiring wonder in all those who look at them and then there are others that arouse a completely different sensation…something mysterious and mystical! Take a look at this […]
Bobby Jindal declines to back ‘egomaniacal madman’ Donald Trump
WASHINGTON: Indian-American Republican presidential candidate Bobby Jindal has declined to back Donald Trump if he wins the party nomination, calling him an “egomaniacal madman,” only to be snubbed by the party frontrunner. A “non-serious carnival act”, “entertaining narcissist,” “full of foolishness and nonsense,” a “power-hungry shark” who “eats whatever is in front of him” were […]
Ten things to know about US Open 2015 doubles champion Sania Mirza
NEW DELHI: Ace tennis player Sania Mirza scripted history on Sunday by clinching the second Grand Slam of the year after she won the women’s doubles US Open title with Swiss partner Martina Hingis at Flushing Meadows in New York. Here are the ten things to know about Sania’s illustrious career: 1. Sania Mirza has […]
‘Mera Woh Matlab Nahi Tha’: The Talk of Town
By Vanshika Vipin HOUSTON: Stellar performances by veteran actors Anupam Kher and Neena Gupta, in their comeback play, ‘Mera Woh Matlab Nahi Tha’, has earned them several accolades across the US and Canada, since its first sold out event in Houston on August 7. The name of the play speaks volumes about itself. The story, beautifully […]
Asha Bhosle’s Iconic Performance Leaves Houston Spellbound
By Vanshika Vipin HOUSTON: On September 5, Arena Theatre was buzzing and the buzz permeated the air as the legendary singer Asha Bhosle and ghazal maestro Talat Aziz performed in an enchanting concert, billed as “The Iconic Tour: A Tribute to Bollywood”. The show was organized by Rehan Siddiqi, in association with Shaks Entertainment and […]
Bollywood Shake Crowns 2015 Teen, Miss & Mrs. Bollywood USA at Stafford Centre
STAFFORD: Bollywood Shake hosted its 3rd Annual Bollywood Pageant USA 2015 on Sept 6, at Stafford Performing Arts Theatre, Stafford TX. Ruchika Dias, Founder & CEO of Bollywood Shake and Pageant Director along with her organizing team (Amit Godbole, Gauri Malhotra and Nina Desai) put together a spectacular show! Raza Hasan, Bollywood Shake’s Creative Director, […]
A Jubilant Janmashtami Celebration at ISKCON of Houston
HOUSTON: Janmashtami, Lord Krishna’s appearance day on earth, was celebrated on Saturday September 5 at ISKCON of Houston. More than 5,000 guests attended this devotional festival. Many came donned in their finest, colorful sarees and well pressed dhotis for the biggest birthday bash. The temple grounds held a variety of entertainment for everyone. There was […]
An Evening of Poise and Skilful Dancing by Kusum Sharma’s Shri Dance School
By Runmee Barbara HOUSTON: On August 30, Shri Natraj School presented an enchanting evening of a dance recital at the Kaplan theatre, Houston. The program was choreographed by Kusum Sharma. The students of Shrinatraj School presented Indian classical dances of Bharatnatyam and Kathak. The age group of the dancers ranged from 4 to 35 years. […]
Krishnaarpanam: The Dance of Devotion
By Dr. Ritu Raju HOUSTON: ‘Krishnaarpanam’, a superb Kuchipudi recital by 69-year young Anuradha Subramanian, an accomplished Carnatic musician was offered as homage to her mother, eminent Carnatic musician Smt. Savitri Satyamurthy and to their favorite deity, Lord Krishna on Saturday, August 22, at the Stafford Center. With a classical rendition of the invocation to […]
Wheels of Independence are Set in Motion
The story thus far….The war in Europe was having an impact in India. The Congress Working Committee found itself unable to accept in its entirety Gandhi’s attitude to the war. In particular, they would not accept his view that the defense of India should not depend on the armed forces. Congress leaders met on several […]
