Eid Mubarak everyone. Blessings to everyone and happiness in abundance. And now the biriyani craze has begun. I have not eaten properly for two days so I can save up space to eat all the Haleem and biriyani I hopefully will get this Eid.
Ha-ha! On such an auspicious day it’s so beautiful to see everyone get together. The array of food stalls and the buzz you can see during the Ramzan nights is such a wow factor.
It’s a feast for one’s eyes. Our weather in Chennai is also changing, getting somewhat pleasanter with some rain. Just hoping we out of the summer quickly. Happy weekend everyone - stay happy and be kind to one another.
Hotness overload
Movies, shoots, fashion shows — all of this is not new to this hot and most wanted Sujo Mathew. People drool over this dusky hunk in his latest movie Oru Kuppai Kathaiin which he plays the villain. It tells the story of a scavenger who is employed with Chennai Corporation. He gets married to a village girl who believes that the hero is a clerk.
Issues starts creeping up between them due to the environment in which they live and his profession. She falls for her neighbour and elopes with him (Sujo). Later, it’s about how she realises her mistake and she stages a comeback into the hero’s life is the crux of the story.
Dance choreographer Dinesh plays the role of the scavenger while Manisha Yadav plays his wife. Sujo plays the role of their neighbour for whom Manisha falls and elopes with. The movie is directed by Kaali Rangaswamy and it’s an intense subject. Sujo mentioned how he manages between his modelling career and his movie stint. He’s going to be part of an upcoming blockbuster. Well, Sujo you are amazing and you rock the film scene with great dedication... hugs
Heart of gold
Child labour exists in different strata of society. Many are blissfully unaware that in some parts of the world, parents put their children through so much and try to realise their dreams through them. These children should actually be spending their time playing with their toys or reading books and generally enjoying their childhood. Unfortunately, these children are used as tools by their parents to earn money.
How sad is that? Fortunately, the reel life celebrity heroine Trisha comes as a ray of hope to bring the sunshine into the lives of so many children who are missing out on a happy childhood. She adorns the super hero cloak to put an end to child labour. She has joined hands with UNICEF for an amazing cause to try and put an end to child labour. I am sure Trisha that you will have the blessings of everybody for the children of today is India’s tomorrow.
We want to congratulate you for taking it upon yourself that every child has a right to live a happy life, dream big and excel in a field of their choice. Not many actors take time off to do such noble acts in life. Trisha — you are a blessing and god bless you.
Ladies and gentlewomen
The media is an amazing route to bring about awareness of situations which many people think is a taboo to discuss, especially about gender preferences. ‘Ladies and Gentlewomen’ is a documentary film made by a young film maker Malini Jeevarathnam. Not only is she behind the screen, but is also an activist and an actor with a burning passion to put an end to the social stigma bias against strong and brave women who like to be honest with their same-gender relationships.
This documentary is certainly welcome, especially at a time where the suicide rate has been comparatively on the rise with so many helpless women who prefer to end their lives rather than face situations and speak up to the world. It is nice to see how the world is evolving with acceptance and respect for one’s personal choices. Thanks to people like Malini who have treaded on such delicate issues, which, in turn, has brought in so many changes in the mindset of people.
Celebrating womanhood
Chennai has started getting more fun and interactive with events that are empowering women and celebrating their lives and hard work. Roshni Hemdev and Pavitra Krishnaswamy are doing such fabulous events in order to celebrate womanhood.
You don’t need a Women’s Day to do it. Every day is a beautiful day. In a few days they are doing a fab event in one of Chennai’s hotspots with the who’s who of the Chennai scene and mind you all these ladies are from all walks of life and they are not just socialites but they are achievers in their line of work.
Recently, Celio celebrated 10 years in India and Roshni and Pavitra were the only lucky two who were chosen and flown down to Mumbai for their autumn winter collection showcase. There is no stopping these two divas, more power to you both rock the world by sweethearts.
Grace is missing
Recently, a very big launch party of an upcoming fashion week witnessed the best of Chennai in full attendance to support the organiser and the event. But the saddest part was that none of the Chennai models, not even one, came to support an event that they are all supposed to be a part of.
In fact, outstation models came with no charge — just out of goodwill and respect because of the organiser who gives them so much work and treats them so well. If there had been some remuneration involved, I’m sure some of the Chennai models would have come.
No doubt about that and that is why most of the Chennai models are just stuck in this bubble in Chennai and never get work outside. Start respecting people who respect you and support them. It’s basic ethics in life. I’m sure people may hate me for being so outspoken, but this column is about the truth and it is indeed an eye opener.
