THE SECRET SELF

We all are curious species and we all love to explore. My life revolves and is somewhere dependent on one book, The Secret.I read the secret when I was in 8th grade. This book has made me believe what you ask is what you receive. Believing in it is all it takes. Its been more than a year now that I had this urge to do detailed drawings but I never knew how to go about it. Nothing was helping me boost up to do it. I had a major mind block and I was stuck. One day I was exploring on Instagram thats when I came across a page having the same kind of doodles I had always wanted to do. I shut the page off, grabbed an A4 size book, markers and just started doing it. Out of nowhere, I felt as if it didn’t take any efforts. Later on I realized it took me more than 2 hours to do it. Doodling frees my mind from all the stress and I have become more patient with it. The art of doing it is simple, you dont think much you just let your thoughts speak on a piece of paper. In my surroundings, I am aware, out there are many people who have been doing this but this doesn’t stop me to do what I want to express. Talking about The secret again, I applied law of attraction here. I received the great ideas to do it because I asked for it and I know its going to stay with me forever. The doodles done by me particularly say something about me. If I have a bad day, I notice I make doodles having more curvy lines. If I am happy, my doodles have progressive lines in major. They somewhere bring out my way of thinking. In this journey, my thoughts became reality. Time management for this is my biggest challenge. For the coming year, there is a plan to start up my own business with doodles on it. I am not bragging about it or being overtly positive, I just know it would happen because I have faith in myself.

Below are certain doodles done by me. I will keep updating more doodles.

The door to success is open to all. We just have to find the right key to it .

In my deep thoughts when words run less, my hands move to express what I am feeling inside.

Being more happy.

Thoughts and Reality

Times go ahead and memories fade. Its the journey that matters.

Random Portrayal

Stages

When Fashion and doodling combines.

Create your own universe. (currently working)

P.s- If you wish to know more about doodles or The secret let me know through comments. You can drop me a mail as well. needhi.28@gmail.com xoxo.

LOVE IS INNATE- F.R.I.E.N.D.S

Sometimes in this journey of life you get lost in the blurry world where you tend to believe there is no way out. And that’s when you see a hope, a hope that would make you happy again.

Did you ever feel out of the place and didn’t know what to do? Several times I have been through this but i have found my solution.

F.R.I.E.N.D.S

F.R.I.E.N.D.S started in the year 1994 and went off air after 10 years. F.R.I.E.N.D.S. is a series of 6 different people who meet at the coffee house.

Let me describe these characters a bit

Chandler- The only sarcastic person i like and i do find him funny

Monica- The best hostess

Rachel- Fashionista

Phoebe- Weird crazy

Ross- Not a good flirt

Joey- Well, we all know hot and sexy

3 years ago, two of my friends had suggested me this series and believe me I am still not able to get over the fact that it’s over. To my own surprise, I have watched F.R.I.E.N.D.S 6 times and still going. Every single day, when there is nothing to do I watch them. They are around me all the time. I look at their bond, their friendship, their love for each other I wonder does such kind of friendship exist now ?In reality, I be more with  F.R.I.E.N.D.S than my real friends. It has become a part of me.

Reasons why I connect with them so much;

I love chandler and Monica the most and their mondler story. The way chandler takes care of everything in spite of being such a commitment freak. If asked what kind of guy I would want it would be someone like him.

Motherly care of Monica makes me feel much stronger. Her way of making things perfect I don’t find it high maintenance

Rachel of course a friend you could rely on. The best part about her was she took control of her own life. Initially, she worked at the coffee house and by the end of the series she was offered a job at Gucci in Paris.

Ross is a sweetheart. When i look at him all I can think is ‘We were on a break’ and ‘You ate my sandwich’. Ross had such big troubles but he never gave up and moved on every time

Phoebe is completely crazy and she doesn’t care if you like her or not. She would never change herself for anybody. Life taught her that

Joey knows how to live life to the fullest even when you are not too good at work.

I have imbibed certain qualities in me from them. I am quite upfront like chandler, I love Fashion like Rachel. I am organized as Monica and weird like phoebe. As happy as Joey and amiable as Ross.  We all have stories to say and when we realize that somewhere we have been through the same that’s the time when we get closer. All the characters have different stories still it’s amazing to see how the six of them made us happy for 10 years. Even today when I watch a single episode, I know one thing for sure that mess is for time happiness is for life. They make me believe that I am never alone. In bad times, I take a turn and follow the route of bliss yet again

To all the people who love F.R.I.E.N.D.S, this will definitely bring tears in your eyes :’)

BOLD AND BRAVE -IN CONVERSATION WITH AN UPCOMING STAR, NIDHI BHANUSHALI

WE all had a dream once, a dream to be famous. When I look at this girl, all I can say she is a person filled with enthusiasm having no complaints in life. Nidhi Bhanushali is an actor currently working in TAARAK MEHTA KA OOLTAH CHASHMAH as SONU. Her motto in life is very clear; she wants to excel in everything she does. Dedicated Nidhi started working in this industry at a very young age. When asked how she would describe herself she says she is an all rounder. Nidhi is now 14 year old and began her journey in the acting career at the age of 11. As compared to other kids, in her youth itself Nidhi has achieved a lot already. Starting with advertisements and now working in serials, she is definitely a rising star.

Here is what she has to say about her career;

Needhi Dhoker (ND)– First of all let me tell you, your acting is amazing and looking at you working so hard it inspires many of your fans. So when did you decide you wanted to get into acting career?

Nidhi Bhanushali (NB)– Well, I was 11 when I gave my first audition which was for an advertisement and now it’s been 4 years that I am in this industry

ND– Who is your role model?

NB– I believe that every person you meet in your life has a certain quality that inspires you. For me it’s the same way.  My mom, is my role model in life. She is my caretaker. Every morning she wakes up at 5 a.m so that she can cook for all of us. Be it my studies or my shoots, she has always been there for me. So yeah I admire her and someday I would want to become like her.

ND– What made you get into the acting career?

NB-Ever since my childhood, everyone used to acknowledge my looks. People used to tell my mom to take me for auditions but she didn’t realize it back then. After I grew up, she thought it was time and then I started giving auditions. I got selected for a serial but as it was happening in Baroda I couldn’t take it. I could come back to Mumbai only for a month and I had my school as well so it was a big no no.  Later on, I did some ads and now I am a part of TAARAK MEHTA KA OOLTAH CHASHMAH since two years.

ND– As you have started working at such a young age, does it become stressful to manage your studies and shoots?

NB– In the first year, it was a little difficult for me. I am a trained BharaNatyam Dancer and I play guitar. I have my drawing classes as well. Initially to cope up with all my curricular activities was a task but gradually things fell in the right place. I could manage my shoots and my studies as well.

ND– What do you do in your free time?

NB– As I have my shoots I don’t really have enough time for my studies so I dedicate that time to it. Just in case if I have more time left I watch television or read novels.

ND– Does your schedule become stressful to you?

NB– I have chosen this field. Even if it is stressful, I love my life because of my work. I couldn’t ask for more as everything is perfect and I am happy about it. (Gives a huge smile)

ND– What is that one quote you follow the most?

NB– Be positive. No matter what comes your way fight all the obstacles and rise above all. There are going to be times when you will be clueless what to do but there is always a hope that will take you to the end.

ND– What is your future plan?

NB– Currently I am working with TAARAK MEHTA KA OOLTH CHASHMAH so there is no chance I can work simultaneously somewhere else. Probably for more 4 years I am going to be a part of it. I want to become a psychologist after my graduation which is far way different than what I am doing at present. But yes, if given a chance to work in movies I would definitely like to sign it.

ND– So when you say you would want to work in movies if you are offered one, whom would you want to work with?

NB– Mmmm. I think I would love to work with Amitabh Bachchan and Salman Khan. Also, Priyanka Chopra as she inspires me a lot and I love her work in all the movies.

Maaaa…

When i was born i never knew what a mother was

I was too small to understand words everybody said

But i could hear one voice one word maa

I started repeating it.

By now i grew up a little i knew it was a lady who used to teach me a new thing everyday

Time passed i was growing up.

This lady never stopped making me learn

She gave me all the love and protection in this world.

She was someone who was a friend, a mentor, an admirer

She motivated me every time i failed at some point in my life

She never ran short of care and affection

She wanted me to stand up on my feet and never rely on anyone

She taught me how to face the  world in the most difficult times

She scolded me when it was my fault but also appreciated me when i was right

She is giver and she is a strength

She is fearless and she is a star

She is an angel

She is a mother.

See Through Desire

Tonight, lying down and looking at the ceiling, I wonder, the most meaningful thing in my life that’s when I became nostalgic and went back in time.

2 years ago…

In 2012, the idea of making a tattoo fascinated me.  When this thought hit my head I started jotting down things that held certain importance in my life. I was a firm believer of the law of attraction and angel therapy. I had decided I have to get one after my birthday. It was an apt call for me as I didn’t care what was next. After looking at more than 1000 images I decided to make a sword angel. Appointment was fixed and it was time. I wasn’t nervous or scared. I knew I had to go through the pain but it was for a while. Due to some reason the idea of making an angel didn’t really happen. I still had hopes and I decided to convince my mom about it ( what you think you receive- the secret). She didn’t deny and I thought may be its not the right time to make an angel. That’s when I thought why not make something that describes me the most. I am a typical Taurean and I have tendency to judge people according to their zodiac signs. I made a final call, fixed my appointment. Decision was made and it was a bull. Within no time it was done and I didn’t even feel the needle being pressed on my body.

The reason why I decided to make a bull is because I am too stubborn but at the same time warm hearted. My tattoo is on my nape as it’s not to flaunt but it’s for my own sake. This tattoo holds too much gist and even today it reminds me of who I am.

Fashion Of 1950

Fashion of 1950 saw an introduction to many new styles. Teenagers were the main force behind this. In this period, people were free to wear what they chose and felt much more comfortable in those outfits. The garments were mostly inspired by rock n roll. There was an influence of television in Fashion. The transition from this period was more into little free and  informal style. Both the sexes became Fashion conscious.

Clothing of 1950

The clothes were mostly lose emphasized  an individual’s personality. The young women of in 1950 wore bright colored full skirts. Also, tight blouses tucked inside capris. This emphasized their waist and bust. Sheath dresses came into existence. The summer dresses were worn under coats made of chiffon, lace etc. sheath dresses were mostly for evenings. Young ladies wore men’s shirts with jeans. Tight fitted sweaters with bows and full skirts were designed. People were inspired by Marilyn Monroe with tight fitting pedal pusher and Capri pants. Slim pencil line skirts also became popular.

Clothing of men in 1950’s was plain and sober. They didn’t dress up in rock n roll style. The colors used by them were mostly blue’s and grey’s which suited their personality. In 1950, new materials were also introduced like nylon, acrylic, polyester and vinyl.

Accessories of 1950.

The eyewear were most commonly seen in 1950’s. The spectacles had wings arched upward in twirls. The hats added beauty to any outfit in 50’s. Initially, they were with fruits and later on with flowers having a veil at the end. Hairstyle was a simple ponytail

Max factor invented make up in 1950’s to add up more glamour to these women. Pan cakes hid the flaws in the skin and eye shadows were also invented. The lipstick shades were pale and nail polish were mostly red portraying confidence. The bags of 1950 were huge and were literally handbags. Women stuffed all their things in it and the bags had side pockets too. Bucket bags and raffia bags were in Fashion back then. Gloves were also a part of accessories and the grooming of a women was incomplete without it. Every women had several pairs of colored gloves made of cotton. Leather was used at times too. Stoles were worn in every occasion made of fur or silk fabric.

Footwear of 1950

The shoes of 1950 were often high. They were roundand had peep toes. By the mid of 1950 pointed shoes called winkle pickers with stiletto heels upto 5inches were common. To match the height of the heels umbrellas of different colors of 6inches were used by women to protect themselves. They made noise as they were made of steel and hence they were banned later on. Men’s shoes were mostly converse tennis shoes of black and white to suit their conservative look.

References- www,retrowaste.com

http://www.skwirk.com

http://www.fashion-era.com