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by Meenakshi Shankar

Oct 04, 2008, Mumbai

If you always look at the screen longingly every time there is an opulent wedding scene on your favourite soap, Star Parivaar has good news for you. The Star Parivaar Asia Wedding Fair is here and it showcases a variety of designer wedding garments, jewellery and accessories that you see on television.

Fittingly, the exhibition was inaugurated by the cast of Star Plus' lead show – Sapna Babul Ka…Bidaai's cast. Sadhna (Sara Khan), Ragini (Parul Chauhan), Ranbir (Kinshuk Mahajan) and Alekh (Angad Hasija) were present to cut the ribbon at J W Marriot, Mumbai. The event promises to be a visual feast with distinct apparel designs, ethnic Indian jewellery and hand crafted jewellery. The biggest USP of the event, according to the organizers, is that it is high end yet affordable.

Nanette D'sa, Senior Vice President, Licensing & Merchandising, STAR India Pvt. Ltd elaborates, "It's a first of its kind event. Apart from the exhibition, we also have the Star Style Studio, which would provide a platform for visitors to seek expert advice in styling, beauty and fashion. Leading hair stylist Javed Habib and cosmetic experts Chambor will provide a complete make-up solution, whilst stylists from Star would provide design support to the couples to help them choose the right ensemble and create the 'look of the season' with a combination of apparel, jewellery, hair and make-up solutions. "

Star has roped in leading design houses to flaunt their creations at the fair. These include Krishna Mehta, Chhabra 555, Aishwarya Design Studio, Men's Boulevard, Status – Ethnic Men's Wear, Ansh Gems, Aparna & Vishal from Delhi, Bikaneri Jewels - Goldsmith, Cultural Collection of India , Dangayach Jewellers, Esphello Bags, First Divinity, Golecha's Jewels by Vijay Sandeep, Jablonex by Art Group, Jashree Tejas Gandhi, Jewel Ace – Jaipur, Jini's Kolkata/Pune, J.K.J. & Sons Jewellers, Joy Alukkas, Jusra International – Jaipur, Kashiish Fashion Studio, Kajal & Sweta, Lady Grace, Living Stones, Neena & Som Suri, Occasionz Unlimited - Wedding Planners, Paissley Design Studio, P.C. Totuka & Sons, Prasadam Jewels Pvt Ltd (Gauri), Prisha's, Puja Mittal, Raniwala Jewellers Pvt Ltd, Rashmi Doshi, Ratan Dcor, R.T. Star Solitare, Rumi Creations, Saira Fashions - Shawls & Stoles, Sattva, Fashions, Scintillating Jewellery, Sonu Gohil, Spinn Creations – Mumbai, S.R. Jewels, Surrender Fashions, Sunita J - The Couture Jeweller, Tanaaya Jewellery, The Family Cottage, Timannya Fashions, Treasure Diamonds, Varuna D Jani Fine Jewellery Pvt Ltd, Yellow Stone by Ranjita Bajaj & Zebaish.

The stars who descended for the event were visibly elated. When quizzed about her wedding wish list, Sara Khan said, "When I get married, I would wear a gown with a tiara. Ali calls me his princess and that is the look I want to create for my wedding." Her co-star Angad said, "I am going to be dressed in our traditional Indian costume, akin to what I am wearing now." Parul Chauhan was in love with her outfit. In a light green Krishna Mehta ensemble, the excited actress wasn't ready to part with the outfit. She quipped, "Every girl dreams of getting married in her finest. She wants the whole nine yards when it comes to her D-day. And this exhibition is a one stop shop for all those who have grown up on a diet of watching their soap stars walk in their dazzling costumes." And though the gorgeous actress has no plans to tie the knot soon, she whispered, "I can't wait to go out there and start shopping. The jewellery is mind blowing. I feel like I am in Aladdin's cave and there is so much that I want to reach out and buy." And we couldn't deny that the star cast's excitement.

So, if the wedding bells are tinkling for you, we suggest you head straight for the Star Parivaar Wedding Fair. The exhibition will be held at J W Marriot, Mumbai on October 3, 4 & 5, 2008 followed by the second exhibition at The Leela Palace, Bangalore on October 10, 11 & 12, 2008.

by Meenakshi Shankar

Oct 06, 2008, Mumbai

Dream girl Hema Malini is all set to do a cameo in Rajan Shahi's prestigious show on Star Plus, 'Sapna Babul Ka…Bidaai'.

Hema will be come in as the chief guest of the Taj Mahotsav festival and will bless the show's protagonist Ragini played by Parul Chauhan.

Rajan Shahi was at a loss for words to describe the elation he feels on having Hema as part of the show. "'Bidaai' is all geared up for the grand finale of the Taj Mahotsav. This is the juncture in which Ragini will meet her love Ranveer. We were looking for a high profile-celebrity who had links to the classical dance form."

Going by the grapevine, Rekha and Sharmila Tagore's name was also considered. Infact the buzz is that Hema Malini had decided not to be a part of the show. But, when contacted, Rajan said, "Names were considered, but when it comes to Hemaji's performance and her aura, we knew that it had to be her."

The shooting took place on a Sunday and he said, "The experience of working with a star like Hemaji is truly wonderful. It feels nice to have someone of her stature in the show. The episode with Hemaji will be telecast next Monday (October 13th)."