Lohgad Trek

Trekked to Lohgad on Saturday with 5 friends. We reached Malavli station at 10 am in the morning, one station before Lonavala. An easy trek made into a difficult one as we chose the less walked path through the hills from the waterfalls next to the Bhaje Caves instead of the muddy road that takes u straight to the base. It was an amazing view of the Maval region from the top after a short climb from the base. We witnessed a huge crowd approximately 500 odd people. Some enthusiastic trekkers doing diving at Trimbak talaav which included ladies as well. The fog and rains made for an amazing ambiance. While proceeding towards Vinchu Kata I took the risk and descended a difficult rock patch alone which could have gone wrong and also ascended it on return. My tall frame does come handy in such situations. The view from Vinchu Kata or Scorpion Sting was another visual treat. And after reaching the base we thought of taking another route as we had to go to Lonavala to be able to get seats in the local. We descended towards Dudhivare Khind in the heavy rain which is about 6-7 kms and later towards the slope to Lonavala a good 4-5 kms when we decided that we had enough of walking and getting drenched in the rain and hitched a ride to Lonavala for the last 4 odd kms. We reached Pune around 10 pm with our legs paining along with other body parts and sore throats. Will definitely go down as one of the memorable treks thanks to my friends who were a part of this event namely Jayesh Shah, Sayalee Sheth Shah, Tejas Shah, Siddhesh Parekh and Nilesh Gaikwad. We rock guys ........ dats the spirit !!! — at Lohgad, Lonavala.

Movie Review - Raanjhana

Watched " Raanjhana " - An incomplete Hindu - Muslim love story (so called ) . The frail looking Kolaveri Di star Dhanush is impressive throughout, especially in the first half. This guy surely has talent. The dialogue delivery is a mismatch at times. Like always Sonam Kapoor can only giggle and show attitude. The first half is promising with well choreographed scenes, songs and dialogues. The 2nd half makes you lose your interest in the plot. Abhay Deol has a role too but nothing big about it. It would be foolish to call this a love story as there is no understanding of love between the two. It is more of a begaane shaadi mein abdulla deewaana kind of story. Watch this movie for Dhanush. Don't go by his looks and he will definitely win your heart.

Movie Review - Zapatlela -2 3D

Finally got time to watch " Zapatlela -2 3D " - It is a first sequel in Marathi cinema and the first Marathi movie in 3D. The 3D effects are a treat to watch and better than any Bollywood movie. The story and plot could have been better. Tatya Vinchu the doll possessed by an evil soul is the dude. Adinath Kothare and Sonalee make for a cute pairing. A couple of songs are hummable. All the characters have done a decent role. The suspense factor is missing unlike the first part and also a vital person is badly missed. Our very own Lakshya aka Laxmikant Berde. Any time I would prefer to watch the first part than the sequel. I makes for a good watch but don't have high expectations.

Movie Review - Fukrey

Watched " FUKREY " - A story about 4 losers who are in need of money. A north indian setting , 2 junior college students, one musician and one correspondence student. Their need for money leaves them to the mercy of a lady don called Bholi Punjaban, played by Richa Chadda of GOW- 1. There are some funny moments and overall it makes for a good watch.

Movie Review - Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani

Watched " Yeh Jawani hai Deewani " - Ranbir Kapoor the superstar delivers a third hit in a row. The cool dude, a flirt, a playboy who cares a damn about life and does not believe in love. Deepika Padukone too has a meaty role and manages to win your heart with her simplicity, grace and charisma. A nerd and a chasmis. Something similar to Om Shanti Om. Aashiqui -2 dude Aditya Roy Kapoor and Kalki Koechlin show some spark too. In short a fun movie about a guy who is full of life loves trekking and wants to go to places all over the world and more importantly follows his dreams without caring about anything or anyone. A full on entertainer right from the word go. My trekker friends would like this movie as the first half involves a trek to Manali. Just when the movie begins the ever ravishing, beautiful Madhuri Dixit - Nenemakes you go weak in your knees with her matkas and jhatkas in the item number Ghagra. It is a treat to watch Ranbir match steps with her in the song. Please do watch and enjoy it with friends and family.