March 2008 - Ashok Karania

1 Mar 2008

Why Magnet Chose Ahmedabad?

Magnet started its second development centre in Ahmedabad in Gujarat. Many people including candidates at recruitment drive ask me – … Read More

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Are you a spectator or doer? What is your default

Are you a spectator or doer?

What is your default position?

The roles may differ as per life stage and situation but leaders drive change and are always willing to share. Influencing change, driving action, defining trends and making things happen!

#purpose #lead #changemaker #give #contribute #livingisgiving #leadership

Is there a person among us who is powerful and wis

Is there a person among us who is powerful and wise?
He should have a lively sense of virtue and gratitude.
His speech must be truthful and his resolve firm.
His conduct should be unblemished and he should have the good of all beings at heart.
Is he erudite and capable?
Does he charm people at first sight?
He should be brave and shouldn’t allow anger to overtake him.
Is his appearance radiant?
Is he free from envy?
The deities themselves must dread him if he is angered on the battlefield.
If there is such a man, you, great sage, would surely know.”

Narada gave a one-word answer to this wide-ranging question of Valmiki:
Rama.

Happy Ramanavami

May all of us discover, learn and actualise the Ram in all of us

#ram #happyramnavami #siyaram #rama

Zomato Celebrates The Arrival Of Swati Snacks On I

Zomato Celebrates The Arrival Of Swati Snacks On Its Platform!

Panki, Sukhdi, Baked Masala Khichadi, Sugar Cane Juice - Relish The Swati Specialities At Home!

Khud ko kar buland itna…..

Apna Swati se bahut purana yaarana hai….A regular feature of all our curated foodathons, foreign visitors, impromptu plans and special friends!

Amar Singh Chamkila: Outstanding Diljit Dosanjh In

Amar Singh Chamkila: Outstanding Diljit Dosanjh In A Triumphant Imtiaz Ali Musical

Amar Singh Chamkila Is An Amazing Electrifying Live Street Concert - Mastila, Rasila, Chamkila

Jis wajah se chamka woh, uss wajah se tapka woh’

Imtiaz Ali Mojo is back!

Amar Singh Chamkila is the biopic of the legendary and popular singer Chamkila, who rose to fame with his raunchy double entendre songs and was shot down at the age of 27 years in Mehsampur. Born as Dhani Ram Sandila, Chamkila is a Dalit Chamar who wins everyone’s heart with his music but faces threats from religious groups as well as militants. Popularly known as the ‘Elvis of Punjab’, he lives and dies for his art and beliefs.

Diljit Dosanjh is the perfect fit and he gives a stellar performance. He is sincere, authentic and he internalizes Amar Singh Chamkila to win our hearts. From flawless mannerisms to energetic songs to passionate emotions - he aces the Chamkila character. Being a singer, he brings life to the songs - all of which are performed live.

Parineeti Chopra and the ensemble cast provide a great support. A R Rahman’s music and Irshad Kamil’s lyrics provide the perfect magic to the movie - an important accomplishment as the movie is full of original Chamkila songs. While Ishq Mitaye, Vida Karo, Tu Kya Jane and Baaja are great, Naram Kaaljia is an absolute fun statement!

Imtiaz Ali creates a wonderful and nostalgically beautiful narrative. He is confident and it shows in the creative mix of flashbacks, real video footage, original pictures, graphic style animation and multiple story tellers. I loved the on screen dance of phrases and lyrics whenever Chamkila songs came to life - though it some created distraction. Imtiaz is in his top firm. ‘

Amar Singh Chamkila - A must watch Imtiaz Ali - Rahman earthy folk musical!

#netflix #bollywood #newreleases #amarsinghchamkila #imtiazali #arrahman #musical #hindicinema #indiancinema #hindimovie #punjabi #weekendwatch

Pather Panchali - The Only Indian Movie To Feature

Pather Panchali - The Only Indian Movie To Feature In Time Magazine’s 100 Best Movies Of Last 100 Years. The Satyajit Ray Masterpiece Is Always Featured As The Indian Classic In All Such Global Lists - Often The Only Indian Movie.

Have You Watched It Yet?

The Financing Of Movie Is One Of My Favorite Anecdotes Of My PhD Thesis

Which Is Your Favorite All Time Indian Movie? The Only That You Would Cast Your Vote For?

Andaz Apna Apna Is As Important As Mughal-e-Azam
Jab We Met Is As Entertaining As Dil To Pagal Hai
Roja Is As Wonderful As 96
Shwas Is As Amazing As Court Martial

What Is Your Favorite Movie Of All Time?

Pics: Pather Panchali, 3 Idiots, Sholay, Mother India, Guide, Swades, Gandhi

#cinema #greatestmovies #bestmovies #alltimeclassics #indianmovies #bollywood #movies

Bramayugam: Macabre Mammootty’s Masterclass In M

Happy Holi! May Holi Fill Your Life With All Brigh

Happy Holi! May Holi Fill Your Life With All Bright & Vibrant Colors Of Fun, Happiness, Sunshine, Love & Peace!

#holi #holifestival #festivalofcolors #color #vibrant #joy #happiness #sunshine #thandai

Murder Mubarak: Social Satire Meets Ensemble Whodu

Murder Mubarak: Social Satire Meets Ensemble Whodunnit

A murder of the gym trainer Leo at a posh Delhi club opens a can of worms. Everyone is a suspect where the dark secrets of Delhi High Society Club patrons are at stake. A charming outsider ACP Bhavani Singh investigates the case in Agastha Christie’s desi Poirot style.

The best part of the movie is the ensemble cast and loyalty to Anuja Chauhan’s brilliant writing and class satire.

Pankaj Tripathi is back in action and is effective - just another day for him at the office. Sanjay Kapoor is brilliant and continues his Merry Christmas form as a royal Rannvijay Singh - tipping 20 rupees but packing food to cover his dilapidated ruined status. Karisma Kapoor is equally magical as a former diva and B-grade movie star of C-grade movies. Vijay Varma and Dimple Kapadia are not given due justice and feel wasted - their arc should have been stronger. Sara Ali Khan tries up to keep things moving but she has a long way to go. A lot more characters like Tisca Chopra add colour to the proceedings though in a very fleeting manner.

The Delhi class divide is beautifully portrayed. “Poor people should die young!” announces Tisca Chopra or the fact that two trainers from Arunachal and Karnataka are called twins. Smart writing exists - ACP Bhavani says “It’s easy to be branded anti-national these days!”

The movie sticks to its genre and the secretive layers get unveiled gradually to keep us hooked. Though the movie could have done with sharper editing and crisper execution.

This is no ‘Knives Out’ nor Homi’s own ‘Being Cyrus!’

Watch it once for Pankaj Tripathi and Idiosyncrasies of Delhi Gentry!

#murdermubarak #murdermubarakreview #murdermyster #indiancinema #delhi #netflix #newreleases #hindicinema #netflixandchill #OTT #bollywood #hindimovies

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