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Essential Basic Makeup Steps for Beginners to Create a Smooth, Long-Lasting Base

  Step 1: Cleanse and Moisturize Every makeup routine should begin with a clean, well-moisturized face. Cleansing your skin helps remove impurities and any residual makeup, which can help avoid clogged pores and reduce the chances of breakouts. A clean face also allows makeup to go on more smoothly. Once you’ve cleansed, apply a moisturizer suited to your skin type. No matter, if your skin type is dry, oily, or a mix of both, using a moisturizer is crucial for achieving a smooth, even complexion. Moisturizing also ensures that your makeup adheres better and lasts longer. Step 2: Apply Primer Primer plays an essential role in a basic makeup routine. It is a base, prepping your skin for foundation and other makeup products. The right face primer helps smooth out the skin’s texture, reducing the appearance of pores and fine lines. It also ensures that makeup remains unchanged all day long. Choose a primer that matches your skin type. A mattifying primer is best for oily skin, while a ...
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5 Sacred Mountains in India Where Gods Are Believed to Live

 For millennia, mountains have been more than just landforms in India. They are seen as the pillars of creation, connecting the earthly to the divine. In the Hindu tradition, a mountain is not merely stone and soil but a living presence, often worshipped as a deity or considered the home of one. This belief arises from the ancient understanding that the sacred resides in nature itself, and towering peaks are gateways to higher states of consciousness. Pilgrims have walked barefoot on these rocky paths, sages have meditated in their caves, and scriptures have sung their praises. 1. Mount Kailash, Tibet-India Border Mount Kailash stands unmatched as the most sacred mountain in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Bon. In Hindu belief, it is the eternal abode of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The mountain is described in the Puranas as the axis mundi, the cosmic pillar that holds together heaven and earth. It rises 6,638 meters and is considered unclimbable, not merely due to physical di...

Gauri Khan celebrates National Award wins of Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerji and Karan Johar: ‘Absolute favourites’

  Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji won their first-ever National Awards in the Best Actor category, while Karan Johar won for Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. The winners of the 71st National Film Awards were announced on August 1. Several Bollywood stars won big, chief among them were Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey in the Best Actor category, and Rani Mukerji in the Best Actress category. 12th Fail won Best Feature Film, while Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani won in the Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment category. If there was anyone who was the happiest, it was Gauri Khan- who took to her social media account on Saturday to extend her wishes for the three of them. Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji won their first-ever National Awards in the Best Actor category, while Karan Johar won for Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. Gauri shares pictures with Shah Rukh and Rani Gauri shared a pair of pictures to share her pride and joy with the announcement of the...

Mohit Suri reveals ‘sweet’ Ahaan Panday was told he wasn't selected for Saiyaara: ‘You didn’t feel he was the character’

 Mohit Suri shared that when Ahaan Panday "thought the audition was over, he let his guard down - and that’s when his real self came through". Mohit Suri's latest romantic drama, Saiyaara, starring newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, has been impressing both critics and moviegoers. Now, speaking with India Today, Mohit has revealed that he wasn't convinced in the beginning that Ahaan would be able to play the lead role in Saiyaara. Mohit Suri shared that Aditya Chopra asked him if he would make his movie with Ahaan. Mohit Suri recalls his first reaction after meeting Ahaan Panday Mohit, however, felt Ahaan was "so nice and sweet" and wouldn't fit the character. He said, “Ahaan was in the Yash Raj system, and was supposed to do a film with them, which didn’t happen. When Adi (Chopra) Sir read my script, he asked if I would consider him. I always wanted to make this film with newcomers, so Adi Sir said, ‘I’ve got just the guy for you.' When I met A...

'I have put together a comfy little something': Alia Bhatt gifts mom-to-be Kiara Advani baby clothes

Alia Bhatt gifted baby clothes to Kiara Advani with a cute little note asking her to enjoy the beautiful phase of motherhood.  Bollywood star Kiara Advani is expecting her first child with actor-husband Sidharth Malhotra and enjoying the new chapter in her life. The Shershaah star recently stunned her fans by flaunting her baby bump at this year's Met Gala. And now, Kiara is on cloud nine as she has been gifted baby clothes by none-other-than Alia Bhatt. Alia sends Kiara baby clothes with a beautiful note  On Wednesday, Kiara took to her Instagram stories and shared a picture of cute little baby clothes. The mom-to-be also wrote a sweet note for Alia which read, "Thanks mama @Aliabhatt." In the picture, we can see a heartfelt note written by Alia which reads, "Dear Kiara, as you step into this incredible new phase, I am sending you the biggest hug. I know how beautiful-- and beautifully tiring-- this chapter can be, so I've put together a comfy little something f...

BREAKING: Aamir Khan offers to release Taare Zameen Par for FREE on his YouTube channel for 1-2 weeks

 Aamir Khan is gearing up for the release of Sitaare Zameen Par. The film is in the news for many reasons, one of it being that Aamir plans to release it on YouTube after its theatrical run and not on any OTT platform. As part of the promotions of the film, he organized a Taare Zameen Par Fan Meetup featuring the team of the 2007 classic in the presence of hundreds of fans. Interestingly, another YouTube connection emerged with regards to Taare Zameen Par at this event. The host Laksh Maheshwari said that in the scene where Aamir Khan is seen with a boat, the photograph seen in the room is that of the actor’s mother and father, as per trivia on the internet. Aamir Khan clarified, “No, that’s not my mom and dad. I guess, it is someone else’s mom and dad (smiles)! Maybe it’s Amole Gupte’s parents. I don’t know. But it's not my parents at all.” The host expressed the desire to show the scene but then revealed that he couldn’t do so as Taare Zameen Par is not available on any streaming...

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