Blog - Ashok Karania

22 Oct 2005

The Psychology of Happiness

James Montier gives us the following tips for Being Happy! The top ten list for improving happiness (in no particular … Read More

20 Oct 2005

Stop Them!

Every Indian knows the undying love Indian politicians have for India. Everyone knows the great work done by them for … Read More

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Voting Is Our Responsibility, Privilege & Duty! V

Voting Is Our Responsibility, Privilege & Duty!

Vote For The Future Of The Nation!

The biggest democratic exercise of the world continues…

#myvote #indiavotes #myvotecounts #democracy

Innovation & Gracious Hospitality! Alphonso Mango

Innovation & Gracious Hospitality!

Alphonso Mango Sushi - A Creative & Delightful Treat At Supriya Gupta & Amit Gupta’s Delightful BentoB Restuarant In Ahmedabad - Where Every Visit Is A Treat!

Loved The New Look With Crossword Books & Motifs Celebrating Japanese Culture!

#mango #mangosushi #sushi #foodholics #foodporn #foodgram #ahmedabad #foodie #bentoB #passion #sunshine

Laapataa Ladies: A Simple & Heartwarming Classic!

Laapataa Ladies: A Simple & Heartwarming Classic!

Gentle and charming unveiling of patriarchal and socially blinding veils! A must watch!

Kiran Rao’s Laapata Ladies is an authentic, sincere and original story showcased in a very beautiful and warm manner. Like 12th Fail, this is a big-hearted story of small-town India.

The feel-good satire tells the tale of two brides who are swapped accidentally and how they find themselves while lost. As the story progresses, lot of societal issues are addressed but with humour and gentle treatment - never preachy! A warm hug is stronger than long conversations!

Women empowerment, role of education, patriarchy, female bonding, political games, outgrown customs and traditional woes - all are beautifully interwoven. But the movie is never boring!

The actors are outstanding. Phool and Jaya as the lost brides, the melancholic Deepak, the railway platform samaritans including Manju and the extended family - all are spot-on. The most impactful character is actor Ravi Kishan as the policeman who is scary, corrupt but finds his conscience - the most layered, balancing and impressive act.

The story and screenplay is top-notch. The writing and direction is so perfect that no dialogue or scene feels out of place. Phool hiding behind “Use Me” dustbin, Manju’s fraud theory and changing names of villages - all are subtle and smartly intelligent.

Even Manju’s frustration “Bhawra bana ke rakh diya hai sabko” is beautiful. Or this dialogue of Deepak: “Jevar chori doi dukh paana; chhota dukh chori, bada dukh thaana - wow!

Ram Sampath knows how to complement the simplicity with beautiful music.

Full marks to Kiran Rao! Watch this beautiful tale of positivity, emotional intelligence and hope that challenge the status quo!

#laapataaladies #laapataaladiesreview #bollywood #hindicinema #movies #netflix #netflixandchill #newreleases

Malhar Ke Deewane Badi Dur Dur Se Aate Hai… Bom

Malhar Ke Deewane Badi Dur Dur Se Aate Hai…

Bombay Se Aayi Meri Dost - Malhar Thakkar Se Milne Ki Umeed Se & Auroville Ke Khaane Ke Liye! Aur Jab Kisine Itni Shiddat Se Koi Chaahat Ki - To Prakruti Ne Kahaa - Tathastu!

Happy Faces As Malhar’s Super Fan Meets The Humble, Kind & Gentleman Malhar - Life Is About Such Little Joys! Malhar & We Caught Up On His Movies, Memories Of Shubh Yatra, Common Connects & Overall Journey - Malhar Is Super Cool - Only Greatest Can Be So Humble!

The Evolution & Growth Of Malhar Thakkar’s Talent & Acting Prowess Is Matched Only By His Everincreasing Popularity & Cult!

And Yes The Food At Malhar’s Auroville Restaurant Is Equally Amazing - Tried A Sample Of Different Cusines And Loved It. One Of The Best & Authentic Kathiawadi - Maybe Only Next Best To Kismat Kathiawadi! Try Kaachi Keri Nu Shaak (Raw Mango), Aakhi Dungri Nu Shaak (Onion) & Jowar Breads! The Vada Pav Bruschetta & Khichiya Papad Were Amazing! The Hot Sukhadi & Gulab Jamun Made It A Perfect Meal To Celebrate The Memorable Evening!

@malhar028
#ahmedabad #malhar #malharthakkar #auroville #foodie #foodaholic #cinema

Imagination and creativity are the only passports

Imagination and creativity are the only passports for a meaningful future in the AI driven world!

Paul Daugherty, Accenture Group Chief Executive & Chief Technology Officer , is spot on when he says: “The hottest new programming platform is the napkin.”

Focus on the vision and leave the execution to AI enablers!

Image: Alex Padurariu

#imagination #creativity #mondaymotivation #mondaymusings #AI #GenAI #artificialintelligence #digital #foodforthought

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

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