Craziness Unlimited....

I am Bipolar. :P
I did my crazy deed for the day, much to the resentment of my grandmother... I got red highlights !
okkk.. i don't know wat possessed me to get it, but like i said, m bipolar. i don't know my attitude for the day.. one day i am moody and withdrawn, the other... well, no comments.
My granma is majorly pissed now though.. i think she thinks next step from highlights is drugs and alcohol..oh well... if u knew me by now, you ll know that's not in my agenda... i have a conscience you know. :P

I cant please everyone. no pics yet.. coming soon!! :D

Live your Life!! Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

Tomato Festivals, Sky Diving, Deep Sea Diving , and the Bull runs in Pamplona... This movie has it all.
As a bachelor trip, Kabir (Abhay Deol), Imran (Farhan Akhtar) and Arjun (Hritik Roshan), take a 3 week vacation in Sunny Spain. This movie truly provides an opportunity to see the beauty of that wonderful country Espana.
The three plan trips to Costa Brava, Seville and Pamplona. As part of the deal, each will choose a sport that they wish to do, and it will come as a surprise to the other two.
It shows the emotional trauma of each of the main characters and the way in which they overcome them.
The humour is brilliant and Imran truly comes as a comic relief, making the audience LOL more than once, for instance when he throws Arjun's (who is a workaholic) phone out of the window, or when he names a 12000 euro bag Bagwathi and keeps it with him throughout the film.
A story of friendship, and overcoming obstacles, it is poignant , providing not only lessons but also great humour and lots of "eye candy" too. The only thing which irritated me was Katrina Kaif, who provided nothing for the film in terms of acting, or anything else for that matter. Also the fact that they kept telling Arjun that money is not important, and at the same times forgetting that without money, they wouldnt have been able to plan the trip in the first place.
The music was amazing, toe tapping and kept you humming even after the movie was over. My personal favorites are  Senorita (featuring the original voices of the trio) and Dil Dhadakne Do (almost the title song) :D.
the movie  is a bundle of laughs and chills and thrills, and the Encierro ( bull running scene )at the end is the best part, which got pulses racing. It teaches you to live life to the fullest.
A must-see at-least once, specially if you have a group of amazing friends.

Atlantis:the lost empire

I am talking about the Disney movie. I have always loved that movie. It was serious as it was funny. So I took it upon myself to draw a few characters. I want to draw more... hmm maybe later :)

"After all this time?" "Always"-HP7 part 2

Lumos.
I solemnly swear that I am up to no good.

Nearly ill with excitement, and terrified of being late to the most anticipated movie of my life, I sat with some relief in my comfortable chair and with some reluctance put my 3D glasses over my own (a disadvantage of watching 3D as I am never comfortable because the glasses never sit on my nose). The Theatre (me leading) gave a cheer as the Warner Bros logo zoomed into our faces and the movie continued where it left off.
The Gringott's scene was one of the best scenes ever taken and the only scene really, to be effective in 3D. The dragon gave adrenaline rushes to anyone present, (spewing fire on the audience's faces and throwing debris everywhere), and the heist was action packed, with an amazing performance from Helena Bonham Carter as Hermione :D
The Battle of Hogwarts.. to put in one word- cool? Awesome? Mind Blowing? The special effects were to die for. You could feel the sense of danger, and even though you were sitting on the other side of the screen, you felt truly scared, and your emotions flowed with those on screen.
There was humour too, despite the seriousness of the situation. There are many, but one which needs mention is Ron running behind Malfoy, Zabini and Goyle, yelling "Thats my girlfriend you numpties!" xD

A special mention goes to Maggie Smith, as Mineva Mcgonagall, with the most classic sense of humor ever, claiming things like "I've always wanted to use that spell" (after asking the Hogwarts statues to guard the school), or "Boom" and she has a big role as the guiding force in the Battle.

The Ron/Hermione kiss was way too random and disappointed me,  as if they were waiting 7 years just to kiss randomly in the Chamber of Secrets! and so did the deaths of Lupin , Tonks and Fred. I was ready to bawl my eyes out for Fred's death but they just suddenly show him dead. I wish they had given him a heroic farewell, like in the book.

The Prince's Tale was the best part of the movie, and as strong as I am, I couldn't take it. I cried my eyes out. Alan Rickman gave one of his best performances ever and showed us what a quality actor he is. It is hard to play such a role, as a man grieving a lost love, risking his life over the years to protect a boy who is not his. But he executed it perfectly, and I really  had to give him a bow after it was over.

Neville (Mathew Lewis) deserves a special mention as he comes out as the Hero, its hard to believe that the fat bumbling boy who, people believed, didnt belong in Gryffindor, was the strapping tall (hot ;)) brave character you see on screen, and he was a source of many cheers from the audience.

Another thing which got applause? Molly Weasley of course, we fans were terrified that it wouldnt make it to the film, and it was a relieved applause which erupted when she screamed "NOT MY DAUGHTER YOU BITCH!" :D

Voldemort's death was probably for the "movies only" viewers, effective for 3D, but it came as a surprise for the "reader" viewers. Ralph Fiennes as usual, played the brilliant "high definition villain"(in is own words), but funnily enough, I was disappointed that there wasnt a single "NYEEAHHHHH" in the movie!
The score was a stroke of genius by Alexandre Desplat. The music fully captured the mood and brought romance to a film full of action. Special mention to:Lily's Theme ( really folks, listen to it, gives you goosebumps) . They kept bringing up Hedwig's Theme, and I am glad the score didn't die with the character, as it gave the audience nostalgia of journey through the years.

I loved the epilogue, 19 years later, it was nice that they used the same characters, but they didn't look that much older and it was difficult to accept that the small kids were our heroes' kids. They ended the last movie with a sense of Deja vu, the audience remember a giant Hagrid waving goodbye to the very same person who is now waving to his son , and playing in the background was the same music: Leaving Hogwarts, which brought many a tear to my eye.
I couldnt get up when it was over; I stood where I was , and saw the entire credits go by for the last time, hardly daring to believe that it was all over at last.
The movie was brilliantly executed, and it features 3rd on my list only because the script had gaping holes which should have been filled. It is only the third movie ever to make me actually shed tears, and the only one which made me shed more than one. (in fact the only movie to actually make me sob)

At the end of it all,  I left, tears making small streaks down my cheeks,  and if anyone had asked me"After all this time?"
"Always" Thats my answer forever more.

So now here is my ranking of my favorite Harry potter films... I obviously have my own views of the series and anyone is free to disagree with me.
1. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1
2. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
3 .Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2
4. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
5. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
6. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
7.. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
8. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince


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Mischief Managed
Nox.

The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas

This is book by John Boyne is one of the most touching ones I've read. It takes place in Aushwitz,,  (which the main character, a 9 year old boy named Bruno, poignantly pronounces as Out-With) during the Second World War ,where Bruno meets a Jew named Shmuel. The boys become fast friends, and the story tells of the conversations they have, sitting on opposite sides of the concentration camp fence. It speaks of innocence, and childish morals, which everyone should have but don't. It relates little tales of Nazi Germany, how his father , The Commandant moves them from Berlin to "Out-With" after a visit by "The Fury" and Eva Braun.
It is so sad, what happens in the end is both painful and dramatically ironic, given his fathers position, but thinking back on it, it seems that was the only appropriate ending.
A must read, whatever you age may be.
Here is the author's Wikipedia page :John Boyne

Skillet

sigh.. I love that band.. whenever i am down, i just listen to the only three skillet songs I have :D It always makes me feel better..  I guess i am different that way. Usually people listen to emo songs to make them feel better(emo songs make me feel worse) so i go to Rock for comfort  :)
Hero
Comatose
Whispers in the dark
Thats it :D

Frustration

This is the worst vacation of my life. 'Nuff said. I-NEED-TO-TRAVEL. see places. All I ever do now is wallow in the guilt of not having done my work or not having studied. PLEASE.. Take me away from here.

Remembering the Magic- The Legacy of Potter

I cry as I write this. The era which lasted more than 12 years is now coming to an end. Jk Rowling has spellbound us for 12 years with the story of a scrawny bespectacled young wizard who captures the hearts of young and old alike. As a follower of the Potter Cult since the age of 6 and a 1/2 (I love adding that half makes me feel older somehow :D), I have grown up in a Magical world, one where house elves coming knocking at your door to throw cake, of one where owls deliver the post. (To be honest, I have been waiting for that Hogwarts acceptance letter for some time now, so boo sux to you dumbledore).
Jk rowling is truly a magician, with a charmed quill, she brought us 7 beautiful books, 7 years in the life of a Hero, the Chosen one .

It all began with a Curse. For millions of people worldwide this Curse turned into a Boon as we were launched into the story of the Boy who Lived. (in the cupboard under the stairs? :P). We learn the true meaning of Friendship, and Bravery. We learn that "happiness can even be found in the darkest if times, if only one remembers ,to turn on the light (Dumbledore, HPPOA). Over the years, I have come to think of these wonderful characters, not just as characters from a page, only in black and white, but as real people in flesh and blood, with aspirations and dreams. I cry from my heart when something happens to them, or if they die (I couldnt help it, I shed one tear for Hedwig, a bucket for Dobby, and an ocean for Fred, who along with his twin George are my favorite characters in the whole series, I almost had mini crushes on the characters). Words like "muggle" and "Horcrux", "dementor" and "boggart" are part of my everyday vocabulary. I play Potter games, and talk Potter with my friends. I was Watching the Potter press conference and it was  amazing how they think of the Harry Potter set up as a family, as they have grown up together, and they dont think of it as a money making job.

The Potter Series has been.. more than a series. It was the first real book I touched; I got most of my vocabulary from it. My success in the English language began as a result of reading Harry Potter.

I have grown up with the characters, matured with them, chosen them as role models, and walked with them through their troubles and triumphs. In Jo's words, I am truly honored to have stuck with Harry till the very end.
 J K Rowling has carved a niche for herself with the Greats, and I have no doubts that Harry Potter will join the Classics one day.

It definitely dosent end here, sure, there are no more films or books to look forward to, only endless reruns on television and secret readings since I am now officially banned form reading harry potter again (too many times I guess). No other series has as much fan following, and I have absolutely nothing to wait for during the summer, or winter, or anything. But as I said, the magic lives on. People will continue to quote the books, people will watch the reruns, and people will take home the lessons which the Wonderful characters have thought us. And if you are crying too, dont worry, you are just as sane as I am ;)

Here is a beautiful tribute I found on Youtube, they are petitioning to play this at the end of the movie, and I really hope they do.

I saw this in a site- After a total of 12 years in

4,195 pages and

17 hours & 32 minutes of screen running time,

there is only 2 hours and 30 minutes left until the journey ends.

Keep Calm and Hold Hands.

The magic will live forever. 
It is fitting that I end this with Jo Rowlings own words-"No story lives unless someone wants to listen... the stories we love best do live in us forever.... so whether you come back by page or by the big screen, Hogwarts will always be there to welcome you home."

Wow Stats ...

I just discovered my stats page!! ok ok i know its a little late, but i am generally lacking curiousity at the moment.
i figure out that my blog is popular!! yay. i couldnt believe i got so many pageviews from india and the States (who are hopefully not only family :P) and i think i have a few followers form France!! :D Merci Beaucoup to all of you. What got me really excited were the pageviews from Serbia. Nole fans i presume?
i would like to thank all the people who actually read my blog because they enjoyed it, and not because they know me and would love to judge me.
Thank you all. Shukran, Merci, Gracias, Dhanyawad, Hvala, Xie xie, Danke and etc
You made a Girl feel special :)

Rangas marriage summary :P = My version

I couldnt think of any posts to put up at  present, so I thought I could recycle.. this is a note I wrote on facebook last year when our holiday assignment for English was to read the most crappy piece of "literature"  on the planet and write a summary. I was in no mood to write the actual thing and this summary came to me at 2 am. It would be better if u read the actual story first  here. 
now heres my summary :P

The tale is about an extremely desperate young man named Ranga who, on account of not being able to get a date , decides to pop the question to the first girl he meets. He seeks the advice of his friend, a 75 year old delusional match- maker who thinks that Rangas head would explode unless he marries a girl half his age. So he hatches a plan, a match-making plot of epic proportions which sets in motion a love story greater than the likes of Twilight and Romeo n Juliet. and it involves a young girl, Ratna.

Ratna is not your average 11 year old. While other kids her age just focus on passing 6th grade (not a very easy year, as u may recall) this Pre-teen has her life all sorted out. She wants to marry and pop out 12 children before her friends finish their education. Very spirited n'est ce pas?

Back to the plan: The aisha in extremely old male form takes Ranga to his house for tea. While Ranga is out answering nature's call, he calls in Ratna, who sees fit to wear a saree that day ( a feat not accomplished by people  years older than her yet) and asks her to sing.

Ranga hears her demonic screeches, and its love at first....um...sound. Ratna was more than willing, although she plays hard to get for a month, breaking Ranga's heart a couple of times, before they get married.

The match maker of course, being the modest sort of chap he is, takes full credit of this union. although they name their children against his wishes, he dosen't start a plot to break them up as he is really too old and decides to retire.

Now only one question remains : How Many Children? wait for the sequel and see folks!!

NB- This KNOT was made for cynical and sarcastic purposes only, any relation to any person living or dead is purely coincidental. If you find this funny, then yay me! if not, then boo sux to you.. =P

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Novak Djokovic- one of the Greats?

hmm.. yet another sports post...

the recent win by Serbian awesomeness Novak djokovic has actually gotten me thinking about the future of Mens Tennis. As an avid fan of the sport, i also like to analyse the games of various players, and i have noticed a serious change in the game of one such Novak Djokovic.
Already a very intelligent player to begin with, Nole has come into 2011 with the determination to blow away all opponents whoever it may be. After a US Open final loss to Rafael Nadal, he didnt look back. he had an unbeaten run till he lost to Roger Federer in the French open semifinal. but this Serb has has only one loss this year! not only has he beaten Nadal 5 times this year, he has also beaten him on clay and displaced him from the number 1 position!
with his intelligent stroke play and his speed around the court, he is looking truly unbeatable this year. He is also one of the best Service "Returners" of the Mens game.
The fact that he is only 24 ensures that he will be around for atleast another 8 years and he is looking to dominate for the next year! So buck up Rafa, Fedex and murray,  because Nole is ready to Djolt you away!!
And i cant believe i got his autograph !! I love you <3 NOLE <3

Waves of Boredom

there is absolutely nothing to do here!!! oh sure, there's a tennis court, a TT table , a Badminton court a swimming pool and a library, but since i cant play these sports alone, and i Obviously dont know swimming, and the library has as much reading capacity as our Schools library (which by the way, hasn't seen a work of Literature since the Great Flood) , i am just drowning in boredom (woah long sentence aint it? )
i feel like my cousin is doing his homework just to get out of playing with me. (One of my Best friends calls me a Conspiracy Theorist, but i guess its just the Pandi in me.. we are naturally suspicious characters) . i certainly wouldnt take time off to sit 3 hours on Math homework.
Its been constantly raining for the past few hours, so obviously a walk through the gorgeous garden and landscape is ruled out. i am stuck inside only hearing the piteous meows of some stranded kitten. The weather by the way has done wonders to my usually straight and manageable hair, and i think i d be expecting a call from the Bride of Frankenstein (or maybe Bellatrix Lestrange) to return their hair.
if you have any suggestions for me on how to manage my time, feel free to give me a call.. :D
signing off for now, but I LL BE BACK xD

vacation blueeeessss

sigh.. stuck in a whirlwind of boredom (hmm.. oxymoron?) in india .. where ppl have no social life( atleast the old ppl dont) n there is no incentive to go out somewhere.... atleast i m in the Garden City bangalore n not in the Heaven -For- Pensioners chennai ... my only outings were Post Office- State Bank- Tamil Nadu Bank- Income Tax dept- Water Tax Dept- Property Tax Dept-
By the way, whats with all the taxes in india? its not like the Govt is actually using this money for something!!
Feeling Random today.. Did you know that the plural for Mouse is Mice? sheesh i meant the Computer Mouse Genius!!
I wanted Andy Murray to win Wimbledon.. :P as usual he choked in the last minute.. m surprised hes not from South Africa..
Need-To-Go-Shopping!!!! waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa.....
this place has a TT table, a tennis court, a badminton court, a billiards roon n a swimming pool.. not to mention a library.. n i havent even put a toe in these places..
My Vacation Rocks.. can t wait for school to start -.-
Hope you are enjoying your vacation.. u r arent you... Well, Screw You