Emma Chamberlain Sports Missing Patiala Necklace At Met Gala 2022

American YouTube star Emma Chamberlain sported the missing Patiala Necklace during Met Gala 2022. Emma Chamberlain made a splashing debut wearing a Louis Vitton dress coupled with the diamond necklace of an erstwhile Indian prince.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Emma Chamberlain was caught sporting a missing necklace from India
• It belongs to the Maharaja Of Patiala, Bhupinder Singh
• Designed in 1928, the necklace went missing in 1948
• It has a rich history of changing hands

What Is The History Of Patiala Necklace?

In 1928, the Maharaja of Patiala, Bhupinder Singh thought of making a ceremonial necklace with his DeBeers diamond. The Maharaja commissioned Cartier to conceive a design that has DeBeers diamond as its centerpiece. Soon Cartier came up with a necklace which more beautiful than the Maharaja had thought. Since it belonged to Patiala, it was called Patiala Necklace.

What Are The Design Features Of Patiala Necklace?

The necklace features five rows of platinum chains embellished with 2930 diamonds and Burmese rubies. And slightly yellow DeBeers diamond that the Maharaja had bought from the Paris Universal exhibition in 1889 was placed at the center. It was the biggest diamond at that time.

What Is The Controversial Past Of Patiala Necklace?

Emma Chamberlain Sports Missing Patiala Necklace At Met Gala 2022

The necklace was part of the treasury of the Maharaja of Patiala until 1948 when it went missing from the royal treasury. And there was no trace of the precious necklace for 32 years.

In 1982, a part of the necklace mysteriously appeared in Sotheby’s auction. Only DeBeers diamond was up for auction. Cartier bought the diamond. Cartier also bought the remaining part of the necklace from an antique shop in London. It … Read the rest

Natasha Poonawalla Celebrates Multi-Culturalism With Gold Sabyasachi Saree

Serum Institute of India (SII) Executive Director Natasha Poonawalla was the only Indian present at the much-awaited Met Gala 2022 event on Monday in New York. And the 40-year-old Chairperson of Villoo Poonawalla Foundation stunned the world with a handcrafted gold Sabyasachi saree embellished with precious stones.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Natasha Poonawalla opted for a gold handcrafted saree to show the true colors of India
• For Poonawalla, it is gilded glamour with a desi twist
• The colors of the saree display the multi-culturalism and authenticity of the country
• For Sabyasachi, seeing a saree at a big fashion event is like a dream come true

Poonawalla’s Gilded Glamour

Poonawalla’s Gilded Glamour

Created by celebrity designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee, the handcrafted printed tulle saree features intricate embroidery with silk floss thread and a long trail. The bevel beads, semi-precious stones, crystals, sequins and appliqued printed velvet pieces used for embellishment were crafted using traditional techniques by Sabyasachi’s Curiosity Art & Antiquity Project.

For dramatic effect, Poonawalla paired a hand-forged metal bustier with the gold saree. Sabyasachi collaborated with Maison Schiaparelli, an Italian brand, to design the saree.

Her Christian Louboutin shoes were styled by Anaita Shroff Adajania, eyewear designed by Anna-Karin Karlsson, and ring by Bhavya Ramesh Jewelry.

What Sabyasachi Mukherjee Said About The Saree?

The leading dress designer said that for him the saree was a truly unique and versatile garment that owns its identity even as it transcends boundaries and geographies. The designer further said he would often wonder when he would see the saree at big global fashion events like Met Gala since he was a young fashion student.

About Met Gala 2022

Met Gala 2022

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Fashion Hits And Misses By Bollywood Stars In April

This week stars did a fashion parade for their fans and allowed the viewers to rate their dresses, looks, attitudes, and styles. And these stars included Rakul Preet Singh, Shahid Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Karisma Kapoor, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Tara Sutaria, Aditi Rao Hydari, Kiara Advani, and Karena Kapoor who rocked in a red dress like an absolute pro.

Let’s the stars and rate them according to their dresses

Kareena Kapoor (HIT)

Kareena Kapoor

A red shirt paired with pointed pumps and a tiny bag made her look superbly glamorous and she got the highest rating from the viewers.

Rakul Preet Singh (HIT)

Rakul Preet Singh

The star appeared in a monotone pantsuit paired with a bright pink bralette and golden earrings and became a hit among her fans.

Shahid Kapoor (HIT)

Shahid Kapoor

The viewers liked his experiment with a printed shirt and gave him a thumbs-up for this beautiful dress.

Ranveer Singh (HIT)

Ranveer Singh

Oh! This man has got an amazing sense of creativity. Nobody could have dreamt of him appearing in a printed, multicolored, and striped three-piece pantsuit with pink sneakers but he is a man of courage who can dare to try these kinds of outfits.

Karisma Kapoor (HIT)

Karisma Kapoor

Lolo still looks chic and elegant as always. For the fashion week, she chooses a striped, matching kurta-trouser set with juttis. And she looks comfortable in this dress. Also, she got a thumbs-up from the viewers.

Tara Sutaria (HIT)

Tara Sutaria

The Heropanti 2 actress came in a pinstriped suit paired with simple black pumps and caught the attention of the viewers. She looked superbly sophisticated and sexy in this new outfit.

Aditi Rao Hydari (HIT)

Aditi Rao Hydari

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Google Doodle: What Google Wants To Tell About Naziha Salim?

Today’s Google Doodle is to Naziha Salim fondly called “the first Iraqi woman who anchored the pillars of Iraqi contemporary art” by the sixth Iraqi president Jalal Talabani.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Born in 1927 in Istanbul, Naziha Salim belongs to a family of Iraqi artists
• She was awarded a scholarship to study abroad
• Her paintings mainly represent rural Iraqi women
• She authored a book on the history of modern Iraqi art, Iraq: Contemporary Art

A Look At The Life Of Naziha Salim

Born in 1927 into a family of Iraqi artists living in Turkey, Naziha Salim took her first lessons in painting from her father Hajji Mohammed Salim, who himself was a painter. Her mother was a skilled embroider. Her older brothers Rashid, Su’ad Salim, Nizarre, and Jawad were also talented artists. Out of the four, it was Jawad who became Iraq’s most beloved sculptor.

Naziha Salim started painting at an early age and she loved to paint pictures using her creativity. Her family sent her to the Baghdad Fine Arts Institute from where she graduated with distinction. Her hard work got her a scholarship to study at the École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris. And she was the first Iraqi woman to get a scholarship.

ACHIEVEMENTS

• She taught arts at the Fine Arts Institute until her retirement
• She founded Al-Ruwwad, a community of artists that incorporate European art techniques into the Iraqi aesthetic
• She compiled the history of the early development of Iraq’s modern art movement in a book, Iraq: Contemporary Art

Why Is Google Celebrating Naziha Salim?

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See Who’s Attending Alia Bhatt-Ranbir Kapoor’s Wedding

14 April was a big day for Bollywood as the much-awaited wedding of the B-town was solemnized on the auspicious occasion of Baisakhi. Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor became legally wedded couples in the presence of close family and friends. The venue of the wedding was Ranbir’s Vastu house at Pali Hill.

Ranbir Kapoor Alia Bhatt Wedding guest

It was a Punjabi wedding ceremony and the festivities started on 13 April with mehendi and sangeet attended by the who’s who of Bollywood. The function continued till Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor tied the know on the next day. They got married at around 3 pm at Vastu.

Alia Bhatt-Ranbir Kapoor’s Wedding

Soon after the wedding, Alia Bhatt shared the pictures of her dream wedding on social media.

Source:- https://bit.ly/3Egq9U0

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Five Gift Ideas For Motherly Figures In Your Life

Mother’s Day is the day when you think only about your mother. But you forget that there are others as well that have influenced your life and thinking in many ways. She could be your aunt, teacher, or elder sister. A motherly figure also deserves to be celebrated with your mother.

Here’re five interesting gifts for a motherly figure you adore like your own mother

  1. Rattan Bag ($79.95)
Rattan Bag

It is a circular handmade purse with a sling strap for the convenience of carrying. The advantage of this bag is it suits all dresses, occasions, and seasons. It looks natural because it is kept clean of all labels and branding material.

  1. Gift Card ($25-$500)
Gift Card

What could be a better gift for a motherly figure other than a gift card from a bookstore? If your mother loves reading, you can gift her a card instead of a book and allow her to explore new releases, popular titles, and autobiographies of famous personalities.

  1. Wooden Ships Crew Cotton Sweater ($150)
Wooden Ships Crew Cotton Sweater

It is a nice sweater for beach lovers. If your mom loves the beach, you can buy this sweater as a gift for her. She will be excited to wear the outfit during her beach activities like walking, cycling, or simply relaxing. It is a warm outfit perfect for mild winters.

  1. Bubble Wall Flower Vase ($17.95)
Bubble Wall Flower Vase

These are wall-mounted flower vases that can make a statement in any room. If your mother loves interior decoration, you can gift her a set of bubble wall flower vases that she can set anywhere she likes most.

  1. Moon Coin Necklace ($21.95)
Moon Coin Necklace

It is a layered necklace perfect for an elderly woman who … Read the rest

The Top 10 Show Stoppers Of The 64th Annual Grammy Awards 2022

The entertainers turned the 64th Annual Grammy Awards function into a fashion event where they displayed glamour with bold statements. The Las Vegas event gave a red-carpet welcome to the best actors and actresses, veteran DJs, legendary singers, and producers.

Here’s Who Showed Up At The Event

Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber

Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber

Justin Bieber in Crocs by Balenciaga and Hailey Bieber in a simple white off-shoulder gown showed up big at the event. Justin Bieber also wore dark eyeglasses and a pink cap.

Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga posed with her stunning black-and-white dress after getting co-nominated for record of the year. And she looked beautiful in an off-shoulder gown and bleached hair.

Olivia Rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo

The viral hit “Drivers License” got the 19-year-old singer the award for the best pop solo performance at the 64th Grammy Awards function. And the happiness and pride of winning the award were visible in her dressing style.

Chloe Bailey

Chloe Bailey

She looks stunning is what everyone was saying about her stars studded silver dress which is an off-shoulder gown with a matching cover wrapped around her shoulders.

Megan Thee Stallion

Megan Thee Stallion

Rapper Megan Thee Stallion poses for a photograph after getting nominated for the best rap performance award. And she looked awesome in an animal print off-shoulder gown.

Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish

This all-black woman is singer-songwriter Billie Eilish. Her name was suggested for several honors including the record of the year. But she’s one and only with a stunning black look.

Dua Lipa

Dua Lipa

She’s the real presenter of the 64th Annual Grammy Awards. Her off-shoulder black dress, tribal jewelry, highlighted hair, and pink lips with minimal makeup was a head-turner at the event.… Read the rest

Will Smith To Face Disciplinary Action From Academy

After Chris Rock dismissed all options of legal action against Will Smith, the Academy said it was mulling punishment including possible expulsion of Smith for his public outrage at the Oscar ceremony.

Highlights:

• Chris Rock was allowed to take legal action against Will Smith
• Los Angeles police were ready to arrest Smith
• Smith was given the best actor Oscar
• Academy could punish Smith for his behavior

What Were The Legal Options For Chris Rock?

Will Packer, the show’s producer, said that he sat with police officers and Chris Rock to discuss the legal options Rock could choose against Will Smith. The officers said that they could arrest Smith if Rock could press charges. But Chris said that he was fine. Los Angeles police officers laid all options before Chris Rock but he said no to all those options.

Would The Academy Punish Will Smith?

Would The Academy Punish Will Smith

Will Smith was awarded the best actor Oscar award soon after he slapped Chris Rock in full public view. Chris Rock, a standup comedian, mocked Smith’s wife Jada Pinkett for her hair loss. Smith couldn’t accept the joke and slapped Rock before the audience.

The Academy allowed the function to proceed after the public display of the outrage. Will Smith was awarded and the audience cheered for Smith. Soon after he was asked to leave the event but he denied it and insisted on staying.

Will Smith is the fifth black man to win a leading actor Oscar but the Academy is serious about taking action against Smith. He could be expelled from the industry for indecent behavior.

Will Smith To Face Disciplinary Action From Academy

Academy Has Already Started Proceedings

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Tom Parker Will Remain Alive In Memories

Thomas Anthony Parker, a member of the British boy band The Wanted, died on 30th March Wednesday at the young age of 33. He was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor in October 2020 and he even updated his fans about his worsening health soon after being diagnosed with a tumor.

Tom Parker

Tom Parker’s Musical Journey

All know how popular Tom Parker was but only a few people know that he faced a bruising rejection at the start of his career. Tom Parker participated in the ITV talent show The X Factor when he was just 16 years old. But he was thrown out of the show and the rejection had a deep impact on Tom Parker.

“I didn’t sing for two years”, said Tom Parker while recalling his rejection. He said that the rejection shattered him. He was thrown out even before reaching the first round of the competition.

Tom Parker live performance

The turning point in his life came in 2009 when he formed The Wanted. Their debut album came the following year and it received a huge response from the audience. And then came the biggest recognition in the 2010 BBC Radio 1’s Teen Awards in London where they gave a live performance.

The song Glad You Came became number one in the UK and it also featured at number three on the US Billboard chart.

Highlights Of Tom Parker’s Musical Journey

At the Fusion Festival 2014, Parker leaped off the stage to sing between his fans. Such was his passion for live performance.

The teenage fans of the band were so crazy about the recordings that always came in large numbers to support the band.

Tom Parker’s Musical Journey

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Smith Apologized To Chris Rock After Academy’s Criticism

Will Smith again tendered his apologies for the display of outrage during the Oscar ceremony and this time he apologized to Chris Rock who he slept before the audience.

What Did Smith Say To Chris?

“I would like to publicly apologize to you, Chris”, said Smith. But he didn’t stop here and continued to say he was out of line and he was wrong. He was embarrassed and his actions were not indicative of the man he wanted to be. He wrote his apology on Instagram.

Smith further maintained that his behavior on Academy Awards night was unacceptable and inexcusable. He said he would like to apologize to the Williams Family and his King Richard Family. His apologies came after the Academy condemned his behavior and said that they were looking at possible sanctions.

How The Oscar Academy Reacted To Smith’s Behavior?

The Academy condemned the incident and announced a formal review of the incident to explore further actions according to the Bylaws, Standards of Conduct, and California law. It is after this announcement that Smith tearfully apologized to his fellow nominees and the Academy.

Smith Apologized To Chris Rock After Academy’s Criticism

What Was That Incident?

The 94th Academy Awards function was in full progression when actor and comedian Rock quipped a joke on Smith’s wife Pinkett Smith. But it didn’t go down well with Smith. Pinkett Smith is suffering from an ailment and the joke was about her medical illness.

Pinkett Smith has alopecia and facing the loss of hair due to this medical condition. And she appeared at the ceremony with a closely cropped head. Chris Rock commented that she looks like G.I. Jane 2 star. It is a film … Read the rest