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16 ENTERTAINMENT Friday, April 2, 2021 The Indian Weekender The Big Bull actor Abhishek Bachchan: I saw Scam 1992 and thoroughly enjoyed it Actor Abhishek Bachchan has opened up about the comparisons between his upcoming film The Big Bull and Hansal Mehta’s web series Scam 1992. Both the stories are based on Harshad Mehta’s securities case. While speaking to Bollywood Hungama, Bachchan said that many were drawing comparisons between the two but it stopped after the trailer of The Big Bull came out. “I’ve noticed thankfully that after our trailer came out, that conversation has pretty much stopped. I think the reason is people have seen what we’ve made and realised that it’s actually a very different approach,” he said. The Big Bull actor was happy to praise the work of Hansal Mehta and his team and applauded the Sony LIV web series. “I saw Scam (1992) last year and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I think it was just a wonderful achievement on behalf of the entire team,” he said. " There can be multiple tales on the same story. Every story-teller will have his own way and should be seen independent of the other. This film has so many talents involved just like my show. They’ve done their best and they deserve your love Hansal Mehta had also spoken about the comparisons earlier. He said, “Please don’t make unfair comparisons. "There can be multiple tales on the same story. Every story-teller will have his own way and should be seen independent of the other. This film has so many talents involved just like my show. They’ve done their best and they deserve your love.” The Big Bull trailer takes the viewers on a journey inspired by the life of Harshad Mehta. But unlike Scam 1992, The Big Bull does not use real names and is said to be inspired by Harshad Mehta’s story. Emraan Hashmi 2.0? Keep hearing that but I honestly don't know, says actor Actor Emraan Hashmi has a slew of interesting films lined up over the next months. Fans, social media and the media alike is of the opinion that it is finally time for Emraan Hashmi 2.0, after a period of slump in the recent past. His new film, Sanjay Gupta's multistarrer gangster drama Mumbai Saga has opened in theatres, and Emraan he will soon co-star with Amitabh Bachchan in the psychological thriller Chehre. He has the horror film Ezra lined up, too, and unconfirmed sources have Filmmakers take a page out of their own book A new breed of filmmakers who have veered into the profession from other vocations are drawing inspiration from their past calling. Kookie Gulati's upcoming Abhishek Bachchan-starrer "The Big Bull" is an instance. The film draws its plot from the securities scam of 1992, and is broadly based on stockbroker Harshad Mehta's life and his involvement in financial crimes over a period of 10 years from 1980 to 1990. Gulati reveals how his stint working at the stock market in the past helped him. "I have worked at the stock market in 1990 and 1991, so I immediately related to this story and idea. From there, we started researching and working on it. Those times were so different," says Gulati. Gulati had other references from his own life in the script. "It's basically the struggle of a guy who said he could play the villain in the Salman Khan-Katrina Kaif biggie Tiger 3. Is it time for Emraan Hashmi 2.0, finally? "I keep hearing that but I honestly don't know because I am still putting in the same effort that I always have in my work. I wanted to change things around me. Now Chehre is up for release and I can say that it's a new side of me that people haven't seen. I have been lucky to get such opportunities," the actor replied. The year has started on a bright note for Emraan. He stars in the music video of singer Jubin Nautiyal's new superhit Lut gaye. starts from the beginning and a lot of it actually happened with my father when he came to Mumbai from Ahmednagar. So, I have actually borrowed a lot from his life to put into this film. The concept was brought to me by my co-writer Arjun Dhawan," he added. Another example is that of director Danish Renzu, whose Hollywood film "The Illegal" recently released on an OTT platform. The film talks about the journey of an Indian boy who goes to the US to study filmmaking. However, due to financial burden, he is forced to take up a part-time job at an Indian restaurant in Los Angeles, as a waiter. Danish has stated in various interviews how he, too, was trying to live up to his big American dream when he shifted there from Srinagar 15 years ago. The LA-based filmmaker has revealed how he worked at a restaurant and doubled up as a Math tutor to sustain himself. Emraan says he would definitely want to work in a music video again. The actor however adds that his fans would have to wait, because he wants to maintain exclusivity. "I feel happy when I hear people Sports biopics have always received a lot of attention from the audience. Telugu filmmaker Venu KC, who is making a biopic on National kabaddi player Arjun Chakravarthy, was himself a statelevel sportsperson at the junior level. The director has revealed that he heard about Arjun Chakravarthy's struggle from his coach. "I have been a sportsman who participated at state level junior meet and at that point of time my coach used to tell a story about his coach to motivate us. That story inspired me to write a script. "After several years I developed an interest in writing scripts. Ever since, I have written 25 scripts but none of them excited me as that coach's story. So, I decided to turn his story into a film," he says, about how his real-life experience turned into his film. True life can often be more interesting than fiction, as they say – and lucrative, too. saying there is no replacement of me when it comes to featuring in music videos. But I think if I keep doing music videos then they will definitely start looking for a replacement for me! The audience will have to wait a bit because that's the whole thing about exclusivity," said Emraan. Talking about the song's success, Emraan said: "I am still in shock! I knew this was a special song that will do well but now I have stopped keeping track because every day the views are increasing by 10 or 15 millions. It has completely gone insane!" Ayushmann: My career journey is same as every Indian Actor Ayushmann Khurrana finds it humbling that people find him relatable and says his career journey is the same as every Indian who is trying to carve a name for himself. "It is truly humbling to know that the people of India find me relatable. It's a huge compliment because I do consider myself to be one of the masses, and my career journey is the same as every Indian who is trying to make a name, build a legacy through pure dedication and hard work," Ayushmann said. He added: "I have tried to bring out their lives on screen, tell their unique and inspiring stories and show everyone where the heart of my country lies. I guess that's what has resonated the most with people and, in turn, resonated with the brands that I currently endorse." Ayushmann says that he will continue to be disruptive. "I truly believed that audiences wanted to see new, disruptive cinema and I'm glad that my vision for content stands vindicated today," he said. Rajkummar Rao on being called 'star': Call me Raj, it's a nice name Rajkummar Rao has a candid retort when you tell him he is successful enough now to be called a star. "You can call me whatever, but call me Raj. I think Raj is a nice name," says the actor. The actor, who won the National Award in 2014 for his title role in Shahid, has given memorable roles in numerous films in his 11-year-old career -- notably, Aligarh, Bareilly Ki Barfi, CityLights, Omerta, Newton and Trapped. Despite fame and awards, he has always come across as grounded. How does he manage to stay that way? "God has not given me wings to fly so there is no point flying! I am doing this for myself because I saw this dream when I was a kid who wants to act. I wanted to be an actor and acting gives me the most amount of happiness and I am doing this for my sanity and for my own happiness. It reaches out to so many people and you get so much love from them," he replied. "I don't see any reason for me to not be real. I am an actor by profession but before that I am just a normal guy," he added. ice-of-life, realistic and drama films. One genre missing from his filmography is an out-and-out commercial masala entertainer, something Bollywood is famous for. "Never say never. I haven't really given a thought to it honestly and not like I have gotten such films but if I get a script like that, which has some base story attached to it, then I would love to a try. Why not?" he said.
The Indian Weekender Friday, April 2, 2021 FEATURES 17 TAMARIND CHUTNEY INGREDIENTS: • 1cup - tamarind ( tightly packed imli ) • 3cups - water • 1tsp - cumin seeds • 1/3tsp - ginger powder ( saunth ) • 1pinch - asafoetida (hing) • 1/2tsp - red chilli powder • 1/2cup - chopped jaggery or as required – adjust as per your taste • 1tbsp - oil • 1tsp - rock salt METHOD: • Soak tamarind in water overnight or for 4 to 5 hours in a medium size bowl. • Squeeze the pulp out from the tamarind with your hand. Strain the pulp and set aside. • Heat oil in the heavy base saucepan over medium flame. • Add cumin seeds; when they start to splatter add tamarind pulp, mix MINT CHUTNEY INGREDIENTS: 2cups - coriander leaves • 1cup - mint leaves • 4-6 - green chilies • 1tsp - cumin seeds • 3 - garlic cloves • 1inch - ginger • 2 - lemons • 1tsp - salt or according to taste METHOD: • Blend washed coriander and mint leaves in a blender. • Add washed green chillies, cumin seeds, garlic cloves and ginger. • Squeeze lemon; add salt and water; blend everything together CHANA CHAAT INGREDIENTS: • 1cup - boiled chana with tea bags and salt • 1/2cup - red onion, chopped • 2 - tomatoes, chopped • 3 - green chillies • 1 - potato, large and boiled • 1/4tsp - red chilli powder • 1tsp - cumin powder • 1tsp - chaat masala powder • 1tsp - salt • 2tbsp - chopped coriander 2tbsp - tamarind chutney METHOD; • Place boiled chana in a large bowl along with onions, tomatoes and well. • Add ginger powder, asafoetida and red chilli powder, stir. • Add chopped jaggery and salt, mix well; cover and let cook for 4-5 minutes ( the mixture should become thick ). • Remove from the flame and transfer it into a bowl set aside for later use and let it get to a room temperature ( when cooled, store the imli chutney in an air-tight dry jar or container. Refrigerate and serve whenever required with chaat or snacks ). into a fine paste. • Transfer into a bowl, cover and set aside for later use. TIP: • Mint chutney can be kept for a week in the fridge and for 1 month in the freezer. • If you are using pot for making chana’s; cook them for 30 minutes. • Samosa’s ( 8-10 ) can be replaced for tikkies. green chillies. • Crush potatoes with your hand and add them to the chana. • Add red chilli powder, cumin powder, chaat masala powder, salt, coriander and tamarind chutney, mix everything together with the spatula. • Serves - 4 Crispy tikki chola chaat INGREDIENTS FOR TIKKI: • 5 - potatoes, large • 1/2tsp - red chilli powder • 1/2tsp garam masala powder • 1tsp - coriander powder • 1tsp dry mango powder • 1/2tsp – cumin powder • 2tbsp - bread crumbs • 2tbsp - rice flour • 2tbsp - fresh coriander chopped • 1/2tsp - salt or according to taste • 1cup - oil for frying or as per required INGREDIENTS FOR CHOLA: • 1cup - whole chickpeas • 3cups - water • 2 - tea bags • 1inch - cinnamon stick • 2 - bay leaves • 4 - green cardamom • 1tsp - salt • 1tbsp - oil FOR TEMPERING: • 2 - onions, medium size • 1tsp - ginger paste • 1tsp - garlic paste • 1tsp - chana masala powder • 1/2tsp - red chilli powder • 1/2tsp - cumin powder • 1/2tsp garam masala powder • 2 - tomatoes • 2tbsp - oil TO ASSEMBLE: • Tamarind chutney Mint chutney • 2cups - plain yoghurt • 1 - red onion • 2tbsp - fresh coriander chopped • Sev to sprinkle • Chaat masala to sprinkle • 2tbsp - pomegranate arils METHOD FOR TIKKI: • Place unpeeled potatoes in a large saucepan, fill with water, and place it over high flame. • Bring to a boil; cook until potatoes are soft and tender ( check with a knife or fork to see if the potatoes are cooked well. The knife should be able to slid easily if the potatoes are cooked properly ). • Drain, cool, and peel potatoes. Set aside. • Add potatoes to a large size bowl. • Add red chilli powder, garam masala powder, mango powder, cumin powder and salt to the mashed potatoes, mix well with your hand or by using the fork. • Add breadcrumbs, rice flour and chopped coriander, mix well again. • Rub oil on your palms; take a hand full of potato mixture and shape it into flat cutlets by rolling it gently and then slightly pressing it between your hands; make it into about 2 or 3 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick. • Repeat until the whole mixture is used and place them onto a plate. • Spread breadcrumbs in a separate plate. • Add corn flour into a bowl along with half cup of water and mix well. Set aside. • Dip each cutlet in the cornflour then coat each cutlet lightly in bread crumbs, and place them onto a plate. • Heat about 2 tablespoons oil in a large heavy base skillet over medium flame. • Fry cutlets in batches until golden brown and crisp on both sides; gently flipping it over with spatula ( Between batches, add oil as needed ). • Transfer them onto a kitchen towel paper for the extra oil to be absorbed. Set aside. METHOD FOR CHOLA: • Rinse chickpeas under running water until the water runs clear then transfer them into medium size bowl; add 3 cups of water; cover and leave it overnight or for at least 6 hours. • Add chickpeas to a pressure cooker along with its water. • Add tea bags, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, green cardamom, salt and oil. • Pressure cook chickpeas on medium flame for 3-4 whistles; remove the led and check if the chickpeas are done ( you should be able to press the chickpeas easily with your fingers if they are done other wise cook them for some more time ). • Discard whole spices and tea bags and set chickpeas along with its water, aside. • Heat oil in a heavy base saucepan over medium flame. • Peel, wash and chop onions; add to them to the oil and fry until brown in colour. • Add ginger paste, sauté, add garlic paste and sauté for 2-3 minutes. • Lower the flame and add chana masala powder, red chilli powder, cumin powder and garam masala powder with a splash of water, mix well. • Add washed and chopped tomatoes and sauté until oil separates. • Add chickpeas along with its water to the masala and mix well. • Cover and let simmer for 4-5 minutes on medium flame, stirring in between ( the gravy should be medium thick ). • Season with salt ( do remember that salt has been added in the chickpeas while boiling them ). • Remove chickpeas from the flame and set aside. TO ASSEMBLE THE CHAAT • Place 2 tikkies in a serving plate. • Spread some chana masala on top. • Whisk yoghurt and then spread 1 tablespoon on top of the chana. • Spread 1 teaspoon of each tamarind chutney and mint chutney. • Peel wash and chop onion and spread some on top of chutneys. • Sprinkle sev and chaat masala in the end. • Garnish with pomegranate arils. • Serve fresh immediately. • Serves - 6-8 5 Health benefits of turmeric milk and why you should drink this golden elixir before bedtime Popularly known as haldi doodh in Indian households, turmeric milk is literally the magic potion that many of us love to consume on a daily basis for several reasons. It has multiple health benefits that essentially helps in fighting diseases and keeping viruses at bay. It gives your body an immunity boost along with beautifying your skin and hair. It purifies your blood and hence, helps your body get rid of all the toxins. The rejuvenating properties of turmeric is an ancient remedy to purify the body and protect it from diseases. One glass of turmeric milk every night can improve your overall health and wellbeing. Here are 5 health benefits of the magic potion, turmeric milk aka haldi doodh. Improves the immune system Turmeric milk has proven to be really effective in building the immune system of the body. Turmeric powder is packed with mineral and vitamins, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that help strengthen the immune system of the body. Promotes healthy heart Turmeric powder is good to purify the blood. Hence, it clears the arteries and regulates blood pressure. It ensures that your heart is healthy and toxin free. Keeps diseases at bay As it builds a great immune system in the body, your body is fit to fight all the diseases and especially, the cold. It keeps cold and other viruses at bay. Turmeric has antibacterial and antibiotic properties that help fight bacterias in your body and viral infections. Purifies the blood A hot glass of turmeric milk at night will help clear all the toxins from the body and purify the blood. Turmeric milk helps in detoxifying your body and strengthening the immune system. Promotes good skin At last, it not only benefits the physical wellbeing of the body, but it also helps beautify the skin and hair. Turmeric milk is a great way to naturally heal acne as it has antimicrobial and antiseptic properties. This helps in fighting acne internally by just adding one glass of milk into your daily skincare regime at night before bedtime.
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