IndiaToday 20091109 Scan02 Sanjana Kapoor

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We all know that the Kapoor khandaan has been into the theatre thing from the very beginning. So it comes as no surprise that they are still very active there. What impressed me the most about this image is how Bandeep Singh has been able to capture a masterpiece image out of an almost candid setting. Notice the genius in composition and the way the (added?) colours of the wall and dress complement each other. Sanjana Kapoor is looking nice with long hair and ethnic clothing.

IndiaToday 20091109 Scan01 Kareena Kapoor

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With Kurbaan, Kareena Kapoor has delivered yet another award winning performance. I liked her look in the movie. It is sad that the adult certificate marred the movie's performance at the box office. The bare back poster controversy didn't help either.

New Woman 20091101 Scan03 Gauhar Khan

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Whenever an image is able to change my perception of someone, I blindly give it a 100. In my opinion, this is a startling image of Gauhar Khan. Of course, if I HAVE TO be picky, there are some objective flaws: fingers of left hand, unmanaged hair, tee tuck-in and some subjective ones: right hand, light play; but think of what it could have been.

According to her, we shouldn't deprive ourselves of the foods we like. Moderation and regular exercise seems to work for her.

New Woman 20091101 Scan02 Amrita Rao

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In such an image, the magic lies in the stockings which create a gradient making the arms and face look that extra bit radiant. Problem is that they are not so apparent here and might actually be missing altogether. Meanwhile, I would like to take issue with the bracelet, pendant and floor lining. Even so, the pose, attitude and dress more than make up for these. In any case, this photo is certainly in the top 10 list of Amrita Rao's best ever snaps because it effortlessly puts her in the next bracket of classiness.

New Woman 20091101 Scan01 The Bride

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For God knows what forsaken reason, I am a sucker for this particular pose. In this instance however, the hair is a wee bit too thick and the dress seems to be ruling the body rather than the other way round. With the attitude inherent in such a pose the dress must necessarily be subservient to the body.

People 20091009 Scan05 Anushka Manchanda

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I love the pose, the attitude, the dress and the lightplay but not the hair and that thing around the neck (choker?). Still the photo does indeed succeed in conveying the never say die spirit one would associate with Anushka Manchanda.

People 20091009 Scan04 Mahesh Bhatt

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I love vintage pics and these ones are classic in more ways than one. Was Mahesh Bhatt aware of the kind of success that awaited him especially since he is known for his introspection.

People 20091009 Scan03 Sonam Kapoor

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This image is an example of contrast, Sonam is looking EXTRA pretty because Aishwarya and Malaika are looking plain. And I suspect the reason could be that old saying: beauty lies in asymmetry. If ever I were asked to design a mannequin's face and hair, I would use this image as an inspiration.

People 20091009 Scan02 Sonam Kapoor

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I equate this photo to getting a tip from some chef that is easy enough to implement in our own kitchen. So many girls would look so funky and go-getting with such a hairstyle and they could do it all by themselves. No fretting over hair shades and conditioners. Not that the white kameez, patterned sleeveless jacket, black dupatta and oxidized silver aren't a good tip in themselves.

People 20091009 Scan01 Sonam Kapoor

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This could possibly be Sonam Kapoor's best snap ever. In my opinion, the four secrets behind the genius of this snap are the hair, the eyes, the over-exposure and consequent desaturation. I am not commenting on the nose, mouth and neck because their outlining is a result of the over-exposure. I tried but couldn't find any flaw anywhere. BTW, I have used Matthew Brown's Autostitch to combine the two scans.