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He was sad, and some amount of tension had wrapped him up strongly. He could not believe what had just happened…he just did not want to…he wished it was a nightmare…but unfortunately it was not…! He was thinking, how is he going to handle this…what is he going to say to his family…Just last year he had taken a home loan, and had gifted a nice two bedroom flat and a car to his loving parents who were bursting with pride on their only son’s beautiful & thoughtful gift. With immense joy & pleasure they performed the “Gruha Pravesh” ceremony and had adorned it with lots of love and care. ..he was just too coiled in his own thoughts that he was almost shaken by continuous honking of cars amidst traffic.
He booked his tickets and left immediately to his nativity where his parents resided. His parents were a bit surprised to see him at an odd season…and somehow parents have a great knack of sensing their children’s discomfort how much ever you may wish to conceal. Later, the family had a quiet dinner. He did not reveal anything as yet, and hesitated to open up. Just smiled saying…” took a short break from work…to spend time with you all”…! His mom gently caressed his head, and gave a wry smile.
Two weeks passed by and he became restless, and he insisted it’s time for him to go back….He chose to drive to the station, and his dad sat next to him …it was some 45 minutes drive to station from their “Nirmal residency” …that was the name they had chosen for the home, built with so much love and hope. He was quiet throughout and was extremely preoccupied in his own thoughts that weaved in his mind again and again. After dislocating the luggage, he took his dad aside and uttered, “Dad, I do not know how to say, but …you know…we may have some difficult times ahead…actually…err…I have lost my job…” He looked down, and the train whistled…it was time for him to board and depart.
On his way back, he thought of options to consider once he reached. Later, he had his food that his mom had packed and then he switched off his phone …and gradually closed his eyes with a sense of relief since he shared it finally with his beloved father. Next morning he was shaken by the jolt. He woke up and rushed since his destination had arrived. He got down, and switched on his phone to inform his parents that he reached safe…instead…his phone alarmed with a beep…”Your parents met with a fatal accident, please rush back”
No..no it’s not the title of any cricket series,..it’s a looong list that i need to complete.. I feel I am interviewed like a celebrity on….Cofffeeee with someone 
…! So..Pooooh this is for you…(Oh I rhymed..)
1. WERE YOU NAMED AFTER ANYONE?
Would find out and let you know…
2. WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU CRIED?
These days I am crying at the drop of a hat… 
3. DO YOU LIKE YOUR HANDWRITING?
Oh yes, i remember in school I had won a prize too…
4. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE LUNCH MEAT?
Chicken/Fish(Would prefer home made though)
5. DO YOU HAVE KIDS?
Nooooooooooooo not married yet..but would love to have …
6. IF YOU WERE ANOTHER PERSON, WOULD YOU BE FRIENDS WITH YOU?
I think so…
7. DO YOU USE SARCASM?
Yes at times, to get the point across 
8. DO YOU STILL HAVE YOUR TONSILS?
Oh yes…..
9. WOULD YOU BUNGEE JUMP?
I am scared, but would love to…since I love adventures…
10. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CEREAL
Like a typical bong it’s RICE…but love wheat too for paranthas…
11. DO YOU UNTIE YOUR SHOES WHEN YOU TAKE THEM OFF?
Nooo way!!!
12. IF YOU WERE TO PICK YOU OWN FIRST NAME, WHAT WOULD IT BE?
Hmm lemme think…
13. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE ICE CREAM?
5 rs… wala mango/orange bar or rich choclate ice-cream with again chocolate sauce….
14. WHAT IS THE FIRST THING YOU NOTICE ABOUT PEOPLE?
Their attitude/body language
15. RED OR PINK?
Red…
16. WHAT IS YOUR LEAST FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOURSELF?
I worry a lot over small issues…
17. WHOM DO YOU MISS THE MOST?
My dad…
18. DO YOU WANT EVERYONE TO COMPLETE THIS LIST?
Yes..!
19. WHAT COLOR PANTS AND SHOES ARE YOU WEARING?
Wearing a black kashmiri suit…. and ethnic kolhapuri chappals….
21. WHAT ARE YOU LISTENING TO RIGHT NOW?
Slumdog’s….”Jai Ho” / Ghazini’s …”Kaise mujhe”
22. IF YOU WERE A CRAYON, WHAT COLOR WOULD YOU BE?
Brown….
23. FAVORITE SMELLS?
Fresh dewy flowers, the misty morning, and season’s first rainfall & the soil that’s soaked in it…exuding the intoxicating smell…hmmmm
24. WHO WAS THE LAST PERSON YOU TALKED TO ON THE PHONE?
Hmmm…it was aaaaaa …ok lemme remember now
25. HOW DO YOU KNOW THE PERSON WHO SENT THIS TO YOU?
Oh….I have know her for years together now…& she is veryyyy close to my heart…
26. FAVORITE SPORTS TO WATCH?
I do not like to watch sports on TV…
27. HAIR COLOR?
Black
28. EYE COLOR
Black..
29.DO YOU WEAR CONTACTS?
Used to…but it’s quite messy..so stick to my glasses while reading!!
30. FAVORITE FOODS?
Rajma chawal,..kadhi chawal…rich chocolate brownies with nuts…and choco sauce…
31. SCARY MOVIES OR HAPPY ENDINGS?
Happy ofcourse..
32. LAST MOVIE YOU WATCHED?
I really can’t remember as of now… sorry weak memory
33. WHAT COLOR SHIRT ARE YOU WEARING?
Black kashmiri suit…
34.SUMMER OR WINTER
Winter anytime…..wearing those warm sweaters..curled in comforters..and sipping hot adraki chai…with a book..
35. HUGS OR KISSES
Warm jaadu ki jhaappi….
36. DESCRIBE YOUR PENCIL CUP
I am quite fond of stationery…and so have a Coffee Mug that holds all of them…
38. FAVORITE ARTIST(s)?
Rajat Kapoor, Konkona Sen, Rahul Bose, R.D. Burman, Shammi Kapoor, Nargis, Waheeda Rehman….Abhay Deol
39. WHAT BOOK ARE YOU READING NOW?
Agatha Christie’s “The Unexpected Guest” ….
40. WHAT IS ON YOUR MOUSE PAD?
There’s no mousepad thankfully 
…I hate to drag that irritating mouse…!
41. WHAT DID YOU WATCH ON TV LAST NIGHT?
Travel & Living channel
42. FAVORITE SOUND(S).
My li’l niece calling me cutely ..pipi…
43. ROLLING STONES OR BEATLES?
None…
44. WHAT IS THE FARTHEST YOU HAVE BEEN FROM HOME?
45. DO YOU HAVE A SPECIAL TALENT?
Oh yes,…cooking, theater, gardening,
46. WHERE WERE U BORN?
Ranchi..
47. FAVORITE PIECE OF JEWELRY?
Anklets..and junk jewelleries…especially small ear-rings in black metal..!
48. HOW DID YOU MEET YOUR SPOUSE/SIGNIFICANT OTHER?
49. FAVORITE SONG?
Na jiya jaaye na..tere bina…( From Anand) & “Bade acchhe lagte hain….” (From Balika Badhu)….ankhiyon ke jharokhon se…it’s becoming too many..
50.Favorite Musical?
Khamoshi – The Musical :-p
During the practice sesions…!
…The Baradari(Monument) where we had our show!
Shailaja – “chal wahi chhand suna de jo tune Quli Qutb Shah ke shahyari pe joda hai….mana tujhe sultanon mein koi dilchaspi nahi hai, lekin Quli-bhaagmati ke ishq se to ishq hai hi…hai na????”
Must be wondering what is the dialogue all about??? Well, yes it was an excerpt from Taramati-The Legend’s script. It’s a play that was enacted at Taramati Baradari, in Hyderabad on 5th & 6th feb by APTDC….further I played the character of Shailaja, a close confidante` of Taramati, the courtesan of Sultan Abdullah’s era. It was an exhilarating experience. First time on stage, the rehearsals, meeting eminent theater & dance personalities was absolutely fantastic. To add further the adulation on performing well was beyond my belief. People coming up from the audience and saying things like, “first time on stage, yet did a wonderful job” was extremely motivating. It was a major success, especially the reviews were great and all the artistes were appreciated for their work.
I do miss rehearsing with Rashmi Seth, Arif Zakaria, Madhu Swaminathan, Alekhya P….now that the show is over. …and also the fun times that we shared together during the Tea-Breaks.
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