Quiz U on Holi...
Do our telly stars know all about the festival of Holi? Read on as Telly Buzz quizzes stars like Sharad Malhotra, Daljit Kaur, Arjun Bijlani, Panchi Bora, Aastha, Romit Raj...
Published: Wednesday,Mar 11, 2009 10:57 AM GMT-06:00
Holi Hai!!!!! But wait, before playing with colors, can we test our telly stars on the knowledge they have about the festival of Holi??
Telly Buzz put forward a set of 7 simple Questions based on Holi and the significance of Colors, and this is how they fared on our Holi-O-Meter…
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Sharad Malhotra:
On the first day, bonfires are lit at night to signify burning of which demoness?
Holika as Holi symbolizes the victory of good over evil
What is the name of this demoness' brother?
I think its Prahlad.(Divyanka helps from behind that it's Hiranyakaship, and then pop comes the next answer) Hiranyakaship it is!!
What is the red color used in Holi called?
It's Gulaal
What is the major ingredient used in making Thandaai, the special drink served during Holi?
Bhaang…? Or I think its milk and the dry fruits… Well I am confused.
Holi signifies the arrival of which season?
The season of Spring
Which is the color that symbolizes wisdom, joy and happiness?
Saffron or Orange… I'm not quite sure
Color that symbolizes purity and cleanliness
White
Total: 6/7
Comments: Well, can we say the team of Sharad and Divyanka did quite well to get most of the answers right?
Aastha Choudhary:
On the first day, bonfires are lit at night to signify burning of which demoness?
Well, I think on that day Holika was burnt.
What is the name of this demoness' brother?
His name is Hiranyakaship
What is the red color used in Holi called?
Red color, I think its Gulaal but not too sure
What is the major ingredient used in making Thandaai, the special drink served during Holi?
It's Bhaang, though I have never had it. But plan to taste this year (grins)
Holi signifies the arrival of which season?
I think it signifies Summer
Which is the color that symbolizes wisdom, joy and happiness?
Green, Red White… oops sorry I don't have any idea about this
Color that symbolizes purity and cleanliness
This should be White
Total: 5/7
Comments: A brave single-handed effort, three cheers!!Have a great time with Bhang this year…
Romit Raj:
On the first day, bonfires are lit at night to signify burning of which demoness?
Was the one who sat on the fire and died… Holika
What is the name of this demoness' brother?
Hiranyakaship
What is the red color used in Holi called?
It's Gulaal
What is the major ingredient used in making Thandaai, the special drink served during Holi?
Bhaang and I have it every year (laughs)
Holi signifies the arrival of which season?
The season of Spring
Which is the color that symbolizes wisdom, joy and happiness?
Is it blue, green, red.No wait!!I think it is Yellow as its sunshine. Am I right?
Color that symbolizes purity and cleanliness
White
Total: 7/7
Comments: Wow!!! Balle Balle Romit for all the Sahi Jawaab…
Panchi Bora:
On the first day, bonfires are lit at night to signify burning of which demoness?
I guess its Ravan…I'm not sure as I'm not so much into this fest.
What is the name of this demoness' brother?
It's Kumbhkaran
What is the red color used in Holi called?
The red color should be Gulaal
What is the major ingredient used in making Thandaai, the special drink served during Holi?
I don't have any idea as I don't drink that
Holi signifies the arrival of which season?
Spring is the season supposedly
Which is the color that symbolizes wisdom, joy and happiness?
Pink, red… I don't have any idea
Color that symbolizes purity and cleanliness
White of course
Total: 3/7
Comments: Oopsie!! Is Panchi watching more of Ramayan on NDTV Imagine??
Arjun Bijlani:
On the first day, bonfires are lit at night to signify burning of which demoness?
Holika
What is the name of this demoness' brother?
Hiranyakaship
What is the red color used in Holi called?
It's Gulaal
What is the major ingredient used in making Thandaai, the special drink served during Holi?
Bhaang and Milk
Holi signifies the arrival of which season?
The season of spring
Which is the color that symbolizes wisdom, joy and happiness?
I think its pink, though not very sure
Color that symbolizes purity and cleanliness
White
Total: 6/7
Comments: Well, hats off to Arjun.. He was bang on with most of the answers, even when he was waiting for his turn at the doctor's place!!
Daljit Kaur:
On the first day, bonfires are lit at night to signify burning of which demoness?
Holika
What is the name of this demoness brother?
Hiranyakaship…
What is the red color used in Holi called?
Let me get back to you… gulaal
What is the major ingredient used in making Thandaai, the special drink served during Holi?
I think its milk… and bhang
Holi signifies the arrival of which season?
Spring…
Which is the color that symbolizes wisdom, joy and happiness?
Yellow I guess.
Color that symbolizes purity and cleanliness
White
Total: 7/7
Comments: Wow!!! Daljit proves that she is a 'Winner' knowledge-wise too!!
Right Answers:
Question 1: Holika
2: Hiranyakashipu
3: Gulaal
4: Bhang
5: Spring or Harvest season
6: Yellow
7: White
2: Hiranyakashipu
3: Gulaal
4: Bhang
5: Spring or Harvest season
6: Yellow
7: White
Cheerio to all who got it right
, and Better luck next time for those who missed by a whisker… For those who got it wrong, Well, Bura Na Maano Holi Hai!!Wishing you all a Very Happy Holi!!!
Reporter: Rachana Trivedi, Srividya Rajesh
Author: Srividya Rajesh
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Comments (33)
good job arjun, 6/7 is good! get well soon and hope your injury is not too serious.
15 years ago
Aww Arjun, get well soon!:) Wow I learned some things today!:P
15 years ago
Arjun was waiting for his turn..yet still he gave the interview and gav bang on right ans (except for one)...woww Arjun ur soooooo shweeeet i luv u ...but i wann aknow how he''s doing is he alright now????:''(:''(
15 years ago
wow!! panchi isnt very bright... lovey arjun!!
15 years ago
wow...cool interview/quiz! liked everyone''s style of answering! panchi really needs get familiar with her heritage! lol
15 years ago
i like arjun''s awensers.mayu is to good
15 years ago
wow panchi did awefull..lol..haha..go romit and daljeet!!
15 years ago
that''s great.... we learn something everyday! thanks!
15 years ago
Awsome.... Loved the questions loved reading Bits on Daljit, Arjun........... Varshu Again stunning Banner..... :D:D
15 years ago
wow nice quiz arjun, not bad yaar get well soon
15 years ago