TV's newly-wed couples usher in the New Year on a romantic note





Small screen couples who tied the knot this year do not have exotic plans laid out for New Year's but they are planning on a lot of mush and romance on New Year's eve. Here's getting to know what they have in store: 

HIMMANSHOO A. MALHOTRA AND AMRUTA KHANVILKAR

HIMMANSHOO A. MALHOTRA AND AMRUTA KHANVILKAR

Himmanshoo says, “I am planning to celebrate at home and give my wife a surprise.Fortunately , she is out during the early morning hours on December 31 for some work, so I will get time to decorate the house with balloons. I will try to set us a small cozy candlelight dinner. I will be ordering her favourite food and special wine. I will try to cook something for her too and then we might go out with friends.“

DRASHTI DHAMI AND NEERAJ KHEMKA

 DRASHTI DHAMI AND NEERAJ KHEMKA

Drashti says, “We have already decorated the Christmas tree and inviting a few friends for dinner.With your loved ones, it is a great feeling to bring in the New Year together. We will chill, relax, play games and indulge in good food.“

KARAN PATEL AND ANKITA BHARGAVA

 KARAN PATEL AND ANKITA BHARGAVA

Ankita says, “We are going to Karjat at a farmhouse with Karan's school friends.After marrying Karan it has been a party everyday . Karan is a big party guy so it's fun getting to know that side of him. Since we party throughout the year, for New Year's, we thought to keep it chilled and relaxed. We will just connect with friends and welcome the New Year amidst nature.“

HIMANSHU SONI AND SHEETAL

 HIMANSHU SONI AND SHEETAL

SINGH Himanshu says, “It has been special year since I met Sheetal. We are throwing a party for close friends in Juhu by the sea. This whole month has been a series of celebrations with people throwing parties for us, so now it is our turn. The weather is perfect and I want it to be romantic for her.“

ANNIRUDDH DAVE AND SHUBHI AHUJA

 ANNIRUDDH DAVE AND SHUBHI AHUJA

Aniruddh says, “I will take my wife Shubhi out for a special dinner. A candlelight dinner will make it even more romantic. It may sound old-fashioned but it still works.We just got back from an international trip.I would like to welcome the New Year resolving to eat right, getting good sleep, and enjoying doing more work.





Sana Sheikh to tie the knot on January 14





Sana Sheikh will get married to TV director Aijaz Sheikh. The couple first met during a shoot and dated for almost three years. It will be a hectic wedding for Sana as she is playing the lead in an upcoming show based on the life of devdasis. The excited actress told us, “Marriage will just be a formality . Aijaz and I are so used to each other that it feels like we are already married. I'll start shooting for my show soon, so I'll only take a three-day break for the wedding next month. We will have the haldi-mehndi on one day , sangeet on the next and then the nikaah.“
The wedding will be a close-knit affair for the actress, with just family and close friends in attendance.

Sana Sheikh

TV director Aijaz Sheikh





Actor Chinmay Udgirkar weds Actress Girija Joshi

Actor Chinmay Udgirkar weds Actress Girija Joshi

Actor Chinmay Udgirkar weds Actress Girija Joshi

What Christmas presents really say about your relationship





Whether you unwrap sexy undies or footie tickets, psychologist Dr Pam Spurr gives you the lowdown on the true meaning behind those gifts

They say a picture paints a thousand words -and the same applies to gifts. As you shop for Christmas presents for your partner, unconscious feelings and motivations drive your choices. That means the gift you receive gives you clues about what your partner's thinking.
One study which looked at present giving between partners over a 10year period of their relationship, showed that in the first few years the gifts were rated as being highly in tune with what the receiver actually wanted. Sadly for many couples, the longer they were together, the less meaningful gifts became.
Whether you're a new couple or an established one, presents are one part of the puzzle to your emotional connection. So if you find one of these favourites under the Christmas tree here is what it reveals:

EXPENSIVE, SOPHISTICATED JEWELLERY

This partner reveals a very traditional and quite serious side to their personality. They take you seriously and it's unlikely you ever feel neglected. You probably find they're steady and responsible by nature. They think carefully about investing their time and energy. They've thought carefully about you and they want to invest that time and energy.They might expect you both to fulfil traditional roles--so be aware of this if you have a non-traditional streak.

SEXY LINGERIE

This reveals a true passion for you.They see you as a bit of a goddess and as a sensual woman with many levels to your personality. They want to indulge you and that includes in the bedroom. Expect some red-hot loving! They might take sex pretty seriously and have the skills to thrill you. The only potential drawback is if it's very early in your relationship.Then it might be a bit presumptuous of them to think you're ready for such red-hot passion.

MALE GROOMING PRODUCTS

This is significant of a relationship that's still in the full flush sexual chemistry. It reveals she is attracted to him and expects a full on relationship. It can signal that she's sexually confident, too, and wants her needs met.
But heaven help the man who has poor personal hygiene, because this is a big hint from her: sort it out now is the message!

NAMING A STAR OR DEDICATING A TREE TO YOU

This gift shows just how much of an incurable romantic your partner is.They probably put you on a pedestal.You can really count on this partner. This choice of an eternally lasting gift reveals a deep need to show just how important their love for you is.They're likely to make frequent romantic gestures.
However, this partner might find it hard to face conflict. True romantics tend to sweep issues under the carpet. They don't like their romantic world dented by hurdles that all couples face. If it's very early in your relationship, this gift might be a bit creepy.

EVERYDAY UNDERWEAR

As far as your partner's concerned, giving you this gift suggests sexual intimacy has been lost. They're not focused on the sexual side of you-yet we all have many sides to our nature. On the flipside, they might have a practical streak and are, for example, great around the house and good with things like budgeting.
Feelings might have drifted into the platonic zone. If you also feel this way about sex, that's fine.Otherwise you may become increasingly frustrated with the lack of sexual intimacy.

AN UNEXPECTED PET

Who doesn't love a cute little puppy, kitten or exotic tropical fish? But if you haven't asked for one, this potentially displays ignorance about you from your partner.
After all, you have a busy life and no time to care for a pet. They probably have an impulsive streak, making snap decisions across your relationship.
However, the underlying meaning behind this gift is heartfelt. They mean well by it and they do adore you. Ultimately an unwanted pet reveals lack of empathy for what your life's really like. The saying holds true: a dog isn't just for Christmas. And your partner might end up in the doghouse with this choice of gift!

A DOMESTIC APPLIANCE LIKE A VACUUM CLEANER

This reveals a lack of imagination that might permeate your whole relationship. There's no more spontaneity and this partner shows things have got very pragmatic. I once received a Hoover for Christmas in one relationship and it was certainly a nail in its coffin! Of course, if you've asked for an iron or a blender it shows your partner listens to you. They're probably straightforward and uncomplicated in your relationship. It's the icing on the cake if they get you what you've asked for, plus a funimaginative little gift on the side. Otherwise this could flag up the start of general neglect within your relationship.

TICKETS TO SEE SOMETHING YOU LOVE

This partner is enthusiastic about your relationship. Their gift reveals how much they care about what you like. They want to show you a good time and they try hard.
They probably also have a spontaneous side within your relationship that keeps things lively.
Beware if you don't share the same level of thoughtfulness in your gift to them ­ this type of partner will take it hard.

A POWERDRILL OR TOOLKIT

Although dedicated to the relationship, it may be a stage where sexual chemistry is not on her mind.Instead she may be in a nest-building relationships stage.
It also reveals she has a straightforward personality and is probably easy to relate to. But this could be tricky for a man who doesn't want to constantly be at the DIY!

TICKETS TO A TALKED-ABOUT EVENT

This might reveal that your partner is the eternal optimist who hopes you'll end up loving their football team, their favourite band, etc. But it's more likely to reveal that they are slightly self-centred.
Plus they might take you for granted assuming you just like whatever they do. This partner might encourage you to do your own thing and be yourself ­ and that's a positive.
But overall they may well place their needs above yours across the rest of your relationship.

A CUDDLY TOY

This partner is forever youthful but may be a bit immature.They're affectionate and lovable.They can be quite playful in your relationship and make small romantic gestures.
They're basically good at turning any old thing like a walk in the park into something a bit more fun.
Watch out for the fact this partner may also be the type who needs lots of attention and fussing over.

A NEW GOLF CLUB OR FOOTBALL BOOTS

Sportswear or sports equipment reveals she is very thoughtful about her man's needs and it shows she is really into his masculinity. She may be quite traditional in her approach to relationships. So she expects him to be a manly man.That's too bad for the guy who doesn't like to play a traditional role.





What Christmas presents really say about your relationship





Whether you unwrap sexy undies or footie tickets, psychologist Dr Pam Spurr gives you the lowdown on the true meaning behind those gifts

They say a picture paints a thousand words -and the same applies to gifts. As you shop for Christmas presents for your partner, unconscious feelings and motivations drive your choices. That means the gift you receive gives you clues about what your partner's thinking.
One study which looked at present giving between partners over a 10year period of their relationship, showed that in the first few years the gifts were rated as being highly in tune with what the receiver actually wanted. Sadly for many couples, the longer they were together, the less meaningful gifts became.
Whether you're a new couple or an established one, presents are one part of the puzzle to your emotional connection. So if you find one of these favourites under the Christmas tree here is what it reveals:

EXPENSIVE, SOPHISTICATED JEWELLERY

This partner reveals a very traditional and quite serious side to their personality. They take you seriously and it's unlikely you ever feel neglected. You probably find they're steady and responsible by nature. They think carefully about investing their time and energy. They've thought carefully about you and they want to invest that time and energy.They might expect you both to fulfil traditional roles--so be aware of this if you have a non-traditional streak.

SEXY LINGERIE

This reveals a true passion for you.They see you as a bit of a goddess and as a sensual woman with many levels to your personality. They want to indulge you and that includes in the bedroom. Expect some red-hot loving! They might take sex pretty seriously and have the skills to thrill you. The only potential drawback is if it's very early in your relationship.Then it might be a bit presumptuous of them to think you're ready for such red-hot passion.

MALE GROOMING PRODUCTS

This is significant of a relationship that's still in the full flush sexual chemistry. It reveals she is attracted to him and expects a full on relationship. It can signal that she's sexually confident, too, and wants her needs met.
But heaven help the man who has poor personal hygiene, because this is a big hint from her: sort it out now is the message!

NAMING A STAR OR DEDICATING A TREE TO YOU

This gift shows just how much of an incurable romantic your partner is.They probably put you on a pedestal.You can really count on this partner. This choice of an eternally lasting gift reveals a deep need to show just how important their love for you is.They're likely to make frequent romantic gestures.
However, this partner might find it hard to face conflict. True romantics tend to sweep issues under the carpet. They don't like their romantic world dented by hurdles that all couples face. If it's very early in your relationship, this gift might be a bit creepy.

EVERYDAY UNDERWEAR

As far as your partner's concerned, giving you this gift suggests sexual intimacy has been lost. They're not focused on the sexual side of you-yet we all have many sides to our nature. On the flipside, they might have a practical streak and are, for example, great around the house and good with things like budgeting.
Feelings might have drifted into the platonic zone. If you also feel this way about sex, that's fine.Otherwise you may become increasingly frustrated with the lack of sexual intimacy.

AN UNEXPECTED PET

Who doesn't love a cute little puppy, kitten or exotic tropical fish? But if you haven't asked for one, this potentially displays ignorance about you from your partner.
After all, you have a busy life and no time to care for a pet. They probably have an impulsive streak, making snap decisions across your relationship.
However, the underlying meaning behind this gift is heartfelt. They mean well by it and they do adore you. Ultimately an unwanted pet reveals lack of empathy for what your life's really like. The saying holds true: a dog isn't just for Christmas. And your partner might end up in the doghouse with this choice of gift!

A DOMESTIC APPLIANCE LIKE A VACUUM CLEANER

This reveals a lack of imagination that might permeate your whole relationship. There's no more spontaneity and this partner shows things have got very pragmatic. I once received a Hoover for Christmas in one relationship and it was certainly a nail in its coffin! Of course, if you've asked for an iron or a blender it shows your partner listens to you. They're probably straightforward and uncomplicated in your relationship. It's the icing on the cake if they get you what you've asked for, plus a funimaginative little gift on the side. Otherwise this could flag up the start of general neglect within your relationship.

TICKETS TO SEE SOMETHING YOU LOVE

This partner is enthusiastic about your relationship. Their gift reveals how much they care about what you like. They want to show you a good time and they try hard.
They probably also have a spontaneous side within your relationship that keeps things lively.
Beware if you don't share the same level of thoughtfulness in your gift to them ­ this type of partner will take it hard.

A POWERDRILL OR TOOLKIT

Although dedicated to the relationship, it may be a stage where sexual chemistry is not on her mind.Instead she may be in a nest-building relationships stage.
It also reveals she has a straightforward personality and is probably easy to relate to. But this could be tricky for a man who doesn't want to constantly be at the DIY!

TICKETS TO A TALKED-ABOUT EVENT

This might reveal that your partner is the eternal optimist who hopes you'll end up loving their football team, their favourite band, etc. But it's more likely to reveal that they are slightly self-centred.
Plus they might take you for granted assuming you just like whatever they do. This partner might encourage you to do your own thing and be yourself ­ and that's a positive.
But overall they may well place their needs above yours across the rest of your relationship.

A CUDDLY TOY

This partner is forever youthful but may be a bit immature.They're affectionate and lovable.They can be quite playful in your relationship and make small romantic gestures.
They're basically good at turning any old thing like a walk in the park into something a bit more fun.
Watch out for the fact this partner may also be the type who needs lots of attention and fussing over.

A NEW GOLF CLUB OR FOOTBALL BOOTS

Sportswear or sports equipment reveals she is very thoughtful about her man's needs and it shows she is really into his masculinity. She may be quite traditional in her approach to relationships. So she expects him to be a manly man.That's too bad for the guy who doesn't like to play a traditional role.





Is your bae a die-hard romantic?





Take this quiz to find out... 

 

You ask your partner to go for a walk on the beach. Here is how heshe reacts:

A. She/he gazes at you with look that says, `I love you for saying that' and then follows you to the beach.
B. No! The beach isn't clean and he/she wants to catch up on the soapmatch on the telly or go out to a romantic dinner.
C. Whatever you want -if you want to go to the beach I will oblige.
D. No way . Just forget it.

Does he she buy a hundred long-stemmed red roses on your birthday anniversary?

A. Of course and also a bunch of orchids the day before.
Heshe knows how much I love flowers.
B. No. Heshe feels that flow ers wilt. He she would rather save the money for goldsilver ring or a nice dinner together.
C. Yeah, sure if you like it. But not a hundred!
D. He she feels that flowers are such a waste of money .

Your partner and you have a date. This is what you will wear...

A. I'll wear my sexiest outfit, something that I know he/she will like to see on me.
B. I'll wear something that I am comfortable in.
C. Anything. Doesn't matter.He/she loves me anyway .
D. I'd cancel. I don't like going with him/her much.

A `perfect date' according to your partner would be...

A. Heshe usually plans the works -flowers, a beautiful candle-lit dinner on a yacht with live music playing on the background to which we dance.
B. A nice dinner and then a movie.
C. Grabbing a burger or pizza at a nearby joint and then crashing at home to spend maximum time with you.
D. Whoa... no date can ever be perfect he/she believes.

Has she he ever written poetrysongs for you?

A. Yes. Heshe does that all the time.
B. Sometimes heshe dedicates and sings nice songs for me.
C. Not really , but says nice things in verse all the time.
D. No. Never.





Make your relationship the `forever' kind





We live in an age where relation ships often come with an expiry date. But however delusional it may sound, most of us want our relationships to last a lifetime. We spoke to relationship experts, counsellors and sexologists to find out the key to this perfect space.

INTIMACY IS THE KEY

One of the most important things for a lasting relationship is intimacy , say experts.Sexologist Dr Rajan Bhosale says, “When a couple says that they are sexually active, it does not mean that the relationship is great. There may be times when the woman may feel that she is being violated by her husband every night, because he does not arouse her enough before the act or he does not wait for her to be ready . Or maybe, it is over too soon and she does not experience an orgasm. If either partner is not satisfied, and does not feel connected, then it is not helping the relationship at all. The involvement has to be complete and both need to have equal participation.Not the frequency , but the quality of intimacy is the key to a lasting relationship.“ Don't let your demanding lifestyle make you miss action between the sheets. Doctors say that this not only has health benefits, but the hormones released due to a loving, intimate time spent together has psychological and physiological benefits.

THE FOUR CS

Talking with your partner, even if it just means sharing how your day went, is necessary. Communication is the most important tool for a successful marriage that lasts forever. Dr Bhosale says, “The four Cs of communication have to be kept in mind -communication has to be Clear, Complete, Caring and Continuous.Remember that your partner is not a mind reader, so it is important to communicate.“
Making eye-contact when they are talking to you is essential, and so is listening to them. Psychologist and author Seema Hingoranny , says, “Communication is when you allow each other to speak and hear intently what the other is saying. It is about the comfort level you have with each other.“
When you are a good listener you can even understand things that your partner means, but has not put them into words.

FIGHT THE RIGHT WAY

Every relationship has its fair share of arguments. But holding grudges or sweeping problems under the carpet leads to complications.Constant bickering with one another is good when it is out of your system. Seema adds, “Never get personal in a fight. Avoid getting defensive. Respect your partner even when you are having an argument and do not use the other person's weakness against them.“

LEARN THE ART OF FLIRTING

When you are in a relationship for long, things tend to get monotonous and predictable. Seema says, “When you flirt with your partner, it helps in keeping the spark intact.“ Have fun and don't be scared to indulge in some harmless PDA. A healthy sexual bond can go a long way in making your relationship stronger. Simple gestures like holding hands, exchanging a smile across a room full of people, wearing the outfit that heshe likes, works wonders.

ROLE PLAY IS IMPORTANT

When a couple is together for many years, they tend to take each other for granted and slowly lose the spark in the relationship. Kanan Khatau Chikhal, performance coach for life and relationships, says, “Once in a week it is important for couples to pretend they are not married and indulge in some role play , or go on a date. This is perfect if the couple is experimental in their approach. The drama and fun connect adds to the effect.“ There are however couples who are not comfortable with role play and for them Kanan recommends.“Every week a couple should go for one activity that the partner likes. For example she loves plays and he loves movies, so one weekend both go for a play and the nex weekend make a movie plan.“

BE KIND. ALWAYS

Studies have found that this is one important quality that can make any relationship last longer. Displaying your wit by putting down your partner, hurting himher with your words, making unkind remarks, calling names etc., can slowly kill your relationship. Respect your partner, advice relationship counsellors.

AVOID MONOTONY

Keep doing new and different things together -travelling to new places, starting a new hobby , experimenting in bed -all this will keep your relationship new and exciting. Seema adds, “Taking mini breaks and vacays is important. Surprising each other with little gifts ­ cards and handwritten personal notes also work.“

WORK TOGETHER

It is important to share responsibilities and work together as a team.Sacrificing always won't help in the long run, because invariably bitterness will creep in. So be your own person and do not let each other feel trapped in a relationship.





THIS CHRISTMAS IS ALL ABOUT THE ELF ON THE SHELF AROUND THE WORLD





Did you know there was an elf who changed the Christmas landscape in recent times, almost to the point of taking the shine away from his iconic master -Santa Claus? Known as the Elf on the Shelf, it took the world by storm this year. Exactly a ten-year-old tradition, which took off from a children's book on an elf `scout' sent by Santa to keep a tab on children being `naughty or nice', the Elf is now a multimedia phenomenon -spawning puppets, books, animation, games, apps and social media accounts with millions of followers. They are even customising it in terms of gender (a girl elf scout) or colour (with brown skin and eyes).
According to tradition, the Elf is on duty to give a day-to-day report of children's behaviour to Santa and makes an appearance in the beginning of Christmas. He then keeps popping up from different corners of the house and flies back to the North Pole on Christmas Eve with Santa.
Parents had a field day having fun or fighting over being on `Elf duty' and getting creative with the hiding spots of the elf. Some even posted selfies of the hiding spots (from book shelves to toilet seats) they had cre ated for the Elf or dressing up their babies as one. However, not everyone was gung-ho about the Christmas rage.Critics, which include academics argued that the presence of the Elf gets kids to accept `police surveillance state' and accept the `snitch' behaviour as normal.
Till that argument sinks in, Santa's favourite elf is laughing his way to the bank!

TOP OF THE XMAS POP SYMBOLS

Santa Claus Christmas tree Baby Jesus in a crib Star of Bethlehem Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer

THE ELF TRADITION

The Elf on the Shelf made his appearance in the beginning of December and flew back to the North Pole on Christmas Eve.During his time on earth, he played hide-and-seek with the family, popping up from different corners of the house, keeping a watch on the children. It is believed that he flies off every night to the North Pole to report their deeds to his master. Children can talk to him, but not touch him as he will lose his magic.

KISS-MAS SYMBOL ON ITS WAY OUT

The mistletoe, a parasitic plant that grows on apple trees and oaks, is a symbol of fertility in European folklore. With time it became a part of Christmas tradition, wherein kissing under a mistletoe came to stand for deep love or romance. However, this Christmas element which added fun and romance to romcoms and comics, especially the Archies, reportedly had no takers now.





2016 OPTIMISM AHERD - LIVE IT UP in 2016!





As the housing market recovers, experts feel investors should leverage on the New Year to invest wisely in the real estate space 

 

2015 has not been an easy ride for the real estate sector. Apart from cyclical factors, the sector has been roiled by issues such as delay in approval, harassment from authorities, demand-supply mismatch, so on and so forth.Investors fled the market; developers almost shut down their businesses. The tide is now again turning towards the sector with easing of FDI norms, renewal of interest from foreign investors and revival of demand of commercial spaces. So, investors are once again gung-ho about fresh buying prospects. But, experts feel one should be careful as the sector is at a nascent stage of recovery. 

 

Here are some new ideas to invest wisely in 2016: 

 

BUY SMALL OFFICES: 2016 is a great time to invest in small offices, which are being sold at much lower valuations.Jai Mavani, executive director at Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate, says, “There is definitely going to be a turnaround in commercial property.“

 SENIOR HOUSING: This is a great space to invest in, in the coming year. “Such projects not only provide seniorfriendly accommodations but also medical facilities,“ says Shubhranshu Pani, managing director, infrastructure services at JLL India.

READY RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES: Pick up ready residential properties in the secondary market at around 10-20 per cent discount from the current market value, according to Sanjay Dutt, executive managing director (South Asia) for Cushman & Wakefield.

WEIGH YOUR GAINS FOR RESIDENTIAL SPACE: If you adopt some scientific understanding for residential space in terms of incremental infrastructure and job opportunities, you would not go wrong, according to Samantak Das, chief economist and na tional director of Knight Frank India.

BE BRAND-CONSCIOUS: If you are buying a land or an apartment for investment in any micro-market, make sure it is built by a good developer, with promises of good infrastructure and amenities. “Traditional elements of buying spaces should not be forgotten.Fundamentals should not be overlooked. Cyclical factors are not important,“ says Vinod Rohira, director at K Raheja group.





Living together is just as emotionally beneficial as getting married





When it comes to emo tional health, young couples -especially women -do just as well moving in together as they do getting married, says a study . The findings suggest an evolving role of marriage among young people today . As recently as the 90s, young people still received emotional health benefits when they went from living together to getting married. “Now, it appears that youngsters get the same emotional boost from moving in together as they do from going directly to marriage,“ said study authors, adding, “There is no additional boost from getting married.“
Another significant finding was that the emotional benefits of cohabitation or marriage aren't limited to first relationships. The study found that young adults experienced a drop in emotional distress when they moved from a first relationship into cohabitation or marriage with a second partner.
The study included 8,700 people who were born between 1980 and 1984 and were interviewed every other year from 2000 to 2010. For those entering a first union, men experienced a decrease in emotional distress only if they went directly into marriage. There was no change in distress for men who cohabited with a female partner. That may be because men are more likely than women to report cohabiting as a way to test a relationship, the study said.





Planning your wedding day smile





One tradition that has become universal in cultures around the world is photographing a special event in order to capture it for eternity. And weddings are among the most important affairs in people's lives. Whether you're the bride or groom, you'll want to look your best and in the midst of all the preparations and stress involved, you'll also want to consider planning to look your best as far ahead of time as possible. Anything related to appearance and health, whether oral or general, might just require more time and planning than you think. Whether you want to shed a few pounds, quit smoking or make any other healthy lifestyle changes, try to see them in the broader context of a long-term health strategy. Make sure the changes you want to undergo to enhance yourself for the day, go into making your marriage a more healthy and fruitful long-term venture in which you as a couple invest in yourselves.
“Your general dentist is a good place to start considering the best overall approach to smile enhancement and healthy teeth. If you don't have one, find someone you are comfortable with. Part of the planning is figuring out what needs to be changed, and part of that is assessing or diagnosing how you are now. Another thing to remember is that the bigger the change you want to make, the longer it's likely to take,“ explains Dr Priyanka Mahajan of the Smile Avenue Clinic.

DENTAL CLEANINGS

Get your teeth professionally cleaned for removal of unwanted stains and to freshen your breath. Keep it that way with daily effective bacterial plaque control.Make sure you schedule an appointment with your den tist or dental hygienist well ahead of time so you're guaranteed an appointment for a dental cleaning.

TEETH WHITENING

If you like everything about your teeth except the colour, whitening by bleaching may be the solution for you. A professional in-office dental procedure, it offers the advantage of being quicker and more predictable, while an at-home kit may brighten your smile by several shades, but requires more time. Both are safe, effective and reasonable.

DENTAL FILLINGS

Before you truly bond with your spouse to be, make sure those little chips on your front teeth or broken discoloured old fillings are replaced with the latest tooth coloured bonding materials.This procedure provides lifelike restoration of teeth with high tech materials that bond and become part of the teeth themselves while retaining the same light transmitting properties of tooth enamel.

VENEER

Veneer is an effective way to change the shape and colour of darkened or otherwise unsightly teeth and not for just an hour or a day, but always.

TREATING GUMS ISSUES

Today, surgical techniques can invisibly alter your gum tissues and their relationship to the teeth. Gummy smiles can be corrected, exposed root surfaces covered and more. These plastic (reshaping) surgical procedures use internal techniques, which result in comfortable recovery and minimal healing. Periodontal plastic surgery (tooth lengthening) may also be needed before teeth can be restored for cosmetic purposes.

DENTAL IMPLANTS

Has dentistry really outdone nature? Natural looking and functional stand alone tooth replacement systems consist of an implant -a root replacement, which permanently joins to the bone and to which a crown is attached. Just like the teeth you see in your mouth, but unlike natural teeth, they won't decay or develop gum disease. Dental implants take planning and time (three to 12 months) to provide permanent tooth replacements.

ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT

Orthodontic treatment is an ingenious scientific discovery that has allowed the dental profession to accurately and precisely move teeth into improved aesthetic alignment and functional position. From minor movement using clear aligners to full braces to correct a bad bite, a `smile creator' can work their magic for you.
Where: Smile Avenue, Opposite Golden Wheel Restaurant, JSS Road, Ambewadi, Girgaum.
Call: 23842852.
Email: info@smilleav enue.co.in http:www.smilleavenue.co.in (*Procedures given are based on the expert's understanding of the said field)

2015 was shaadi year for these cricketers





Wedding bells rang this year as cricketers gave up their `available' status to enter a brand new innings of their lives. From Bhajji to Suresh Raina, let's take a look at who got hitched and who will be, soon...

It was a year of weddings for many cricketers, as they happily ended their bachelor innings this year to walk down the aisle. These poster boys of cricket, known for breaking records, broke many hearts as they got hitched to either `childhood friends' or `long-time girlfriends', hopefully for everlasting partnerships. The first wicket to fall this year was Suresh Raina's. The southpaw may have had problems facing the short ball, but he had no trouble travelling all the way to England to pop the question to childhood friend Priyanka Chaudhary , just after the World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.“She had sensed what was coming and her reaction was `Mujhe pata tha'. Poora mazaa kharab ho gaya,“ Raina told in an interview. The couple tied the knot on April 3.
Dipika Pallikal, the noted squash player, had no fondness for the gentleman's game till wicket-keeper and batsman Dinesh Karthik caught her attention. The two became friends while working under the same trainer and Cupid did the rest to bring them together. After getting engaged in 2013, the duo married twice this year -first in a Christian ceremony and then, a couple of days later, in a Telugu-Naidu ceremony . In 2012, Dinesh had divorced his first wife, Nikita.
Harbhajan Singh was bowled over by Bollywood actress Geeta Basra way back in 2007, and he says he had to pursue her for a very long time.“She made me wait for a long time and said, `We will be friends first and then we'll see'. For me, it was love at first sight,“ Bhajji told in an interview recently . However, all this while, they never denied or admitted their relationship. Eight years later, in October, the confirmation came in the form of a big fat Punjabi wedding. While Sachin Tendulkar and wife Anjali attended Harbhajan's wedding in a gurdwara in Jalandhar, everyone -from PM Modi and former PM Manmohan Singh to ODI captain MS Dhoni--turned up at the grand reception in Delhi later. It was also the year Harbhajan made his comeback to the Indian team as well. Certainly balle-balle moments for this gendbaaz! It's the honeymoon period for one of India's opening batsmen in the limited overs' game, literally. The latest entrant to the `doubles club' is also the only cricketer to have scored two double centuries in ODIs -Rohit Sharma. He got hitched to his long-time girlfriend, Ritika Sajdeh earlier this month, and recently shared pictures from his honeymoon in Europe. Rohit has known Ritika for the last six years.She is a sports manager who handles a lot of cricketers, including Rohit. He proposed to her at the Borivali Sports Club in Mumbai, which, according to some media reports, is the ground where Rohit first played at the age of 11. Aww! Now we're hoping that Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma will get inspired by all these nuptials, and announce their own, too!

A ROYAL WEDDING FOR ANAND PANDIT'S DAUGHTER





Producer, businessman and politician, the stylish Anand Pandit who heads the Lotus Group and Anand Pandit Motion Pictures and his lovely wife Roopa, were the perfect hosts at the wedding reception of their daughter Ashka, who tied the knot with Paarth, son of Deepak and Krupa Chheda. Celebrities from different walks of life descended at Jag Mandir Island Palace on the beautiful Lake Pichola in Udaipur to attend the sangeet. Sonu Nigam enthralled guests with his mellifluous voice. Other performers included Shailesh Lodha, who recited interesting poetry and comedian Raju Shrivastav . The glittering wedding reception that followed the sangeet was attended by Bollywood stars, industrialists and political heavyweights such as Kirit Somaiya, Gopal Shetty, Ashish Shelar, Niranjan Hiranandani, Abbas-Mustan, Rajkumar Santoshi, Annu Kapoor, Rahul Vaidya, Kumar Mangat, Satish Kaushik, Sandeep Singh and more. The gorgeous wedding outfits of the bride and groom as well as the bride's parents were created by top designers. A scrumptious vegetarian spread was heartily enjoyed by guests. The hosts, Anand and Roopa personally attended to the guests making each one feel like royalty.