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Starring Akshay Kumar, Imran Khan and Sonakshi Sinha and directed by Milan Luthria, Once Upon a Time in Mumbai Dobaara (OUATIMD) is a clever balance of the gangster world with a powerful love story. Milan Luthria has churned out some wonderful films in the past like Kachche Dhaage (1999) Deewaar (2004) Once Upon a Time in Mumbai (2010) and Dirty Picture (2011). The prequel, released in 2010, was a huge hit. But while that was more about the gangster world, this new film focuses more on the personal issues between the heroes as they try to win over their common love interest - Sonakshi, who plays a budding actress in the film. Writer Rajat Arora continues the story from where we left off in the first film. Shohaib (played by Akshay Kumar), who killed his mentor in the past (OUATIM) has returned to gain power and status and is now the head of the ruling mafia. His influence and power has spread all the way to the Middle East. Shoaib is now a flamboyant and suave man, feared and revere...

Those of you who follow the blog will realize that more and more I like to use seasonal fruits in desserts because you get a better aroma and flavor, in this case this Almond and Orange Cake has an intense flavor due to the combination of juice and zest of Orange. If you like homemade desserts with nutritious and healthy ingredients, try this almond and orange cake. The almond and orange cake is a sweet of Lebanese origin. Its texture and flavor, of great delicacy, delight all diners, and even those for whom the sweet is not particularly attractive. This dessert draws attention for its main ingredients (almond and orange), since it is a not so usual combination, although in the Middle East they usually mix them. Both the orange and the almond have their origin in Asia Minor, despite the fact that many point to southern China as the birthplace of the orange. It is known to all that the Arabs spread citrus fruits and dried fruits, such as almonds and walnuts, through Spain, but befor...

Lagaan is an enormously entertaining movie, like nothing we have ever seen before, and yet completely familiar. Set in India in 1893, it combines sports with political intrigue, romance with evil scheming, musical numbers with low comedy and high drama, and is therefore soundly in the tradition of the entertainments produced by the Bombay film industry, Bollywood, which is the world’s largest. Lagaan is said to be the most ambitious, expensive and successful Bollywood film ever made, and has been a box-office hit all over the world. Starring Aamir Khan, who is one of the top Indian heartthrobs, it was made with an eye to overseas audiences. If Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon could break out of the martial-arts ghetto and gross $150 million, then why not a Bollywood movie? It has succeeded in jumping its genre. It won an Academy Award nomination this year as best foreign film, and has been rolling up amazing per-screen averages in North American theaters. All of which evades the ...

Aloo Posto is a delicious Bengali recipe generally eaten as a dry accompaniment to a meal of rice and curries. The delicious potatoes cooked with poppy seeds are very tasty, flavourful and easy to make. They can be served as an appetizer, a rich side dish or a second course. The poppy seeds give a very particular flavour to this preparation, and allow you to bring the potatoes to the table in an original way. If we add some poppy seeds to the potatoes, we will have a dish with a new look, more striking, and also with a special touch in its taste both for its texture and its flavor. Take note of this simple recipe for potatoes with poppy seeds. We assure you that after trying the traditional potatoes with poppy seeds recipe, you will see it in a different way, with different eyes. We bet that you will like it, and we don't doubt it, and you? Ideal for any special occasion, Aloo Posto is commonly served during festivities or simply as a main dish at a home cooked meal. This sim...

Have you thought about visiting more natural landscapes this year? Lakes are a good option, as they are surrounded by forests, mountains and vegetation that make possible unique views and unforgettable experiences. The largest lakes in the world are spread across America, Africa, Asia and Europe. They are stagnant bodies of water with no outlet to the sea, although there are saltwater and freshwater lakes. Today we publish some of the best wallpapers of the best lakes on Earth. The fact is that the following images are really impressive. A lake is an area filled with standing water, located in a basin, surrounded by land, apart from any river or other outlet that serves to feed or drain it. These are located on land and are not part of the ocean, although, like the much larger oceans, they are part of the Earth's water cycle. They are distinct from lagoons which are usually coastal parts of the ocean. They are usually larger and deeper than ponds, which are also found on land, al...

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani starring Deepika Padukone, Ranbir Kapoor, Aditya Roy Kapur, Kalki Koechlin and directed by Ayan Mukerji focuses on a group of young people and talks about friendship and love even if the tone is more traditional. Naina (Deepika Padukone) is a serious and disciplined medical student who is closely monitored by her parents. Invested in her studies, she ultimately forgets to live her youth to the fullest. She doesn't really think about having fun until she accidentally meets an outgoing, rebellious and liberated old school friend, Aditi (Kalki Koechlin). When Aditi tells her about her plans for a holiday with friends, Naina realizes that she dreams of a more eventful life and decides to sign up for the same trek in Manali as her classmate, without telling anyone. Aditi is surprised to see her drop off at the train station but welcomes her into her group comprising her best friends, the charming and lively Bunny (Ranbir Kapoor) and the womanizing Avi (Aditya R...

Three boys, very different from each other but united in friendship, realize their dream of opening a sports shop and cricket school in Ahmedabad in Gujarat where they also offer tutoring to underprivileged children. They have a clear future in their minds. But life is not so perfect and has decided otherwise for the three men. Business is good and the business expands into a large shopping center, but suddenly the earth shakes and the lives of the protagonists end in an unexpected vortex of events. Politics, love and ideals burst into the friendship putting it at risk. Critics and audiences alike have enthusiastically welcomed this film based on The Three Mistakes of my Life, a novel by best-selling author Chetan Bhagat. One of the rare cases in which the film manages to stay focused on the essence of the book, lightening the burden of the narrative. Kai Po Che! is the cry that rises during kite wars, when you manage to cut an opponent's string. The film is part of the Bollywoo...

Christmas breakfast is a special time to share warmth, love and the most comforting flavours. Among the aromas that evoke this time of year, few can compete with the sweetness of caramelized apples and the spicy touch of cinnamon. Fluffy pancakes with apples and cinnamon are not only a delight for the palate, but also a sensory experience that fills Christmas mornings with magic. Imagine a plate of light, golden pancakes, garnished with caramelized apple slices and a delicate hint of cinnamon. Each bite is a perfect combination of soft textures and warm flavors, balancing the natural sweetness of apples with the characteristic aroma of cinnamon. This breakfast is as simple as it is sophisticated, ideal to enjoy with loved ones while the Christmas spirit fills the home. The secret to their texture lies in the careful preparation of the batter. The mixture strikes a balance between lightness and softness , ensuring that the pancakes are fluffy enough to melt in your mouth, but also fir...