Boribunder

Its really surprising, the number of times you will see this building in movies, and yet, never even give a second glance as you pass by it. I will not say anything more.....just sit back and take in the wonderful craftsmanship of the British era.....simply put, BOMBAY at its best.

Zoom into the second image and you will find the seal of the erstwhile Great Indian Peninsular Railway, now known as Central Railway.

The Garden of Knowledge

Found this article on Chetan's blog. Do go through it...it's worth a read.

Random Questions

Very often, for no reason whatsoever, my mind is full of questions. Thought I will put down a few of them here for......well.....for no particular reason!!!! ;-)

• Why must I follow all the rules while driving, when all the other drivers on the road are authorised to break the rules whenever they want to?
• Why must I set an example for all my cousins? No one set an example for me!!!
• Why must I be called to work every Saturday?
• How can I get into a good insti without moving my ass?
• Why cant Schumi win every race?
• Why cant S get into Aerospace inspite of getting an AIR of 206?
• Why must I always remain fat inspite of eating very little?
• Why cant I compose poetry effortlessly like S?
• Why cant R and SB make up their minds about their respective futures?
• Why must my M800 move so slowly?
• Why cant a Merc be cheaper?
• Why cant an automobile company consider me for a job?
• Why must my job make me hate it?

Well.....the list continues..........................

My first vehicle shall CERTAINLY be an SUV

Had to go to Borivali yesterday for a birthday party. So, what was the problem? Quadrupling work on the track resulted in cancellation of trains and, consequently, there was a lot of traffic on the road, even on the WE highway. Result? Tempers running high and driving becoming erratic.

Let's just say that I tried to cut off a Qualis driver who tried to squeeze me out of my lane, which resulted in (Ahem!!!) a dent. Its so bloody UNFAIR!!! My next car has to be a big SUV (or maybe, a BEST bus!!!!) :-D

Sterling - A silent sentinel to an era gone by

Just 2 days ago, I read the shocking piece of news in the papers. Sterling theatre was closing down to make way for a multiplex!!! How?? Why??? #$@#%!!!!

It seems like ages ago when I walked into that large foyer, holding my parents' hands, eager to watch 'Dennis the Menace'. My first reaction upon entering was, "Ooooooohhh!!!!'. The auditorium was as small as the foyer was big. A really nice and cozy place where you never got the whistling and jeering crowd.

Over the years, I grew to love every aspect of Sterling. From the polite guards at the entrance to the bright and inviting snacks counter. From the pristine condition of the seats to the sparkling clean toilets. The smell of the delicious caramel popcorn, inviting as ever. The twin seats at the back where couples used to park themselves for a movie of a different kind. The grudge I used to bear against the ushers for letting me out through the rear exit, causing me to walk round the bldg to my car. Everything was .... well ..... just perfect!!!!

I once used to brag to all my mates that I could enjoy all the benefits of the multiplexes that they went to, for a fraction of a price!!! And then, suddenly, came this devastating piece of news.
Yesterday night, as I was returning from New Excelsior, I passed by Sterling. The renovation work had already begun. That once white and inviting lobby was now a dull grey, violated by machines of all kinds!!! The whole building had a mournful air about it, as it stood, patiently bearing the changes that were being now forced upon it. As a tear trickled down my cheek at this sight, I reluctantly tore my eyes away from the building onto the road ahead. After all, I had to drive home....

36 China Town - A Review

Went for the movie today, after office, just to enjoy myself. I must say I was not thrilled, but it was paisa vasool.

An interesting narrative style is adopted by M/s Abbas and Mustan which involves the clever replaying of the story so that the entire point can be grasped properly. The only problem?? The director duo loses sight of the basic point they had tried to ingrain into the viewers' minds. Is it the detail, is it the characters involved?? One never knows as the focus shifts, a tad confusingly, from one to the other. However, there is enough of the usual masala in the film to keep it going without boring the audience.

Of the performances, Paresh Rawal and Johnny Lever make a strictly passable attempt to keep the audience smiling. It may look funny during your first viewing, but mind you, it will become more and more unbearable as you repeatedly watch it. Payal Rohatgi seems to have been placed in the film, simply to draw the wolf-whistlers. Kareena has a role which is only slightly better than Payal's. In fact, it sometimes becomes painfully embarrassing to watch her move awkwardly while beau Shahid glides around in the dance sequences. Kinda reminiscent of Hrithik and Kareena in K3G!!! Shahid does a good job as a young dude in search of quick money. His acting seems to be earnest, but I suppose, he will have to take on better roles if he has to earn critical acclaim. Isha Koppikar is pretty subdued in her brief cameo, but ends up looking extremely gorgeous. But, the real hero is Akshaye Khanna. As the police inspector, he breathes life into a role that few others could have taken on with the same effect. Like Abhishek Bachchan, he is one actor who excels in each performance. Kudos to you, Akshaye.

So, guys, go for the movie and enjoy yourselves. You may be expecting a murder mystery, you will probably find yourself watching a pseudo-Govinda flick, only that this one's slightly better (and that's saying a lot!!!!).


PS : Himessss....plz STOP singing!!!!