The perception that people generally tend to have of ballet is that itu2019s a dance form meant for women. But Sooni Taraporevalau2019s new film, Yeh Ballet, seeks to challenge that. Set to release on a streaming platform later this month, the trailer dropped this week. The plot revolves around two competitors- turned- friends from humble backgrounds in Mumbai who make it to leading international ballet schools. u201c I hope to bring to light the fact that talent has no boundaries. We just need to recognise it since sometimes itu2019s found in the unlikeliest of places,u201d Taraporevala said, voicing an opinion we agree with.
Eye on v- day Black in business Sunny Leone and designer Swapnil Shinde wear matching colours as she showcases his creation at a fashion show in the city on Wednesday. PIC/ shadab khan Hereu2019s why love is an adventure This film is to dance about A happy tale Independent childrenu2019s publishing house Karadi Tales and their partner company Karadi Path have been shortlisted for three awards at the London Book Fair International Excellence Awards. Shobha Viswanath, co- founder of Karadi Tales, told this diarist, u201c When we began 24 years ago, we just wanted to create books our own children wanted and needed, and itu2019s a wonderful feeling to know that our contribution is continuing to make a difference.u201d Our congratulations.
Stars in your eyes A group of city astronomers are advocating a literally out- of- thisworld way of celebrating Valentineu2019s Day. If your partner is not in the same place as you are, just look up at the sky together around 8.30 pm and spot the majestic Orion constellation. u201c Within it, you will find a red star called Betelgeuse, which looks a little like a red rose.
So instead of exchanging bouquets, you can silently communicate with each other by looking at it,u201d city- based astronomer Anjanee Rao suggested to this diarist.
A win- win for Rahul Mishra When Lakmu00e9 Fashion Week decided to celebrate its 20th anniversary with an opening show on Tuesday night featuring 30 designers who have showcased their debut collections on the Gen Next platform, Rahul Mishra ( batch of 2006) was unarguably one of the main attractions. As part of the show format, each designer was asked to pick one look from their respective debut shows, and present it in todayu2019s milieu.
A couple of days prior to the show, this diarist spoke to the New Delhibased designer, and he sounded iffy about his attendance. u201c Iu2019m in a fix,u201d he said almost apologetically. u201c The date coincides with Aarna, my fouryear- old daughteru2019s PTA meeting at school. She is already complaining, u2018 Papa, aap toh shows hi karte rahte ho.u2019u201d Mishra did make it for the 9 pm show, post taking the 5 pm flight to Mumbai after marking his attendance at the PTA meeting.
The winner of the International Woolmark Prize showcased a collection of 31 garments at the coveted Paris Haute Couture Week in January u2014 the first Indian designer to be welcomed as guest member on the Haute Couture calendar.
Just weeks after his Couture Spring 2020 showcase, the American actor and singer Zendaya wore the long organza shirt enveloped in undulated 3- D hand- embroidered foliage and trousers at a red carpet event in New York. So, in a nostalgic nod to his first show, Mishra created another version of the Zendaya outfit in sunshine yellow worn with Kerala- style lungi trousers. u201c She [ Zendaya] is the epitome of youth and it was a big milestone that she chose to wear my piece. This outfit costs $ 5,000, and Iu2019ve already received 30 orders from [ people including] the Princess of Monaco, and Hollywood celebrities Olivia Munn and Kerry Washington,u201d he says.
With Valentineu2019s Day falling on a long weekend, a survey by a travel company has revealed that instead of clichu00e9d romantic places, couples are taking a more adventurous route with getaways that include white- water rafting, cave expeditions and quad- biking. Many are also booking exotic holidays on February 20, ie 20.2.2020, viewing it as the perfect day to propose to their partner. u201c But generally speaking, itu2019s interesting that we are also witnessing an encouraging uptake from solo travellers looking for me- cations, and family and friends going on bonding trips,u201d said Rajeev Kale, country head of the firm.
A model ( left) showcases Rahul Mishrau2019s interpretation of the organza outfit that American actor Zendaya was previously spotted in. pic/ shadab khan
