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3D LASER Painless Super Hair Removal (SHR) at Quality Certified Arth Skin and Fitness, Udaipur

Only Arth Skin has Award Winning Alma’s Soprano Titanium for best LASER Hair Removal

Why Choose Full Body Laser Hair Removal at Arth Skin and Fitness?

  • Hair Removal with ALMA’s SOPRANO TITANIUM & SHR patent method.
  • Udaipur’s only Triple wavelength 3D painless, full body hair reduction. Triple wavelength removes all type of unwanted hair at various depths.
  • India’s first and largest centre of excellence in collaboration with ALMA, the top medical aesthetic company in the world.
  • Qualified Trained Female Team available to handle procedures of female clients.
  • Rajasthan’s only centre having FDA & CE certified for all Machines.
  • Awarded Quality certificate and Quality systems accredited.
  • Proudly present a Panel of Six Qualified Doctors including Dermatologists and Cosmetologists.

Why Laser Hair Removal?

Traditional hair removal is time consuming and, in many cases, frustrating. Traditional methods of hair removal like waxing, shaving and tweezing are effective for removing hair, but only temporarily. LASER hair removal is effective, efficient and provides a long-term solution for getting rid of unwanted hair. LASER hair removal can be performed on any part of the body that has unwanted hair. Summing up the benefits of laser hair removal, we can conclude that it

  • is a permanent solution to unwanted hair
  • rejuvenates you skin
  • lightens pigmented areas
  • eliminates ingrown hair
  • offers results from the very first session
  • provides more youthful appearance

Here are some salient benefits of LASER hair removal

1. LASER Hair Removal is Quick

Laser hair removal treatments are much quicker than you may expect.

2. LASER Hair Removal is Economical and Saves Money

When you get laser hair removal treatments done, you eliminate the need for endless amounts of razors, shaving cream, waxing appointments, etc. Laser hair removal is financially smarter, takes less time and will give you an overall longer lasting result.

3. Eliminate Ingrown Hairs

It is the best solution to make sure you don’t suffer from a pesky ingrown hair and risk having to have it removed. It is also a great option for people who have sensitive skin and have skin irritation after shaving or waxing.

4. Time Saving

With laser hair removal, you no longer have to spend time shaving or going to appointments to get the hair waxed. You also don’t have to worry about making mistakes and missing spots anymore. You will have clean-shaven skin.

5. Always Look Silky and Smooth

Unlike with waxing, where you have to keep hair in between sessions for proper removal, LASER Hair Removal keeps you silky and smooth.

 

Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs

  • What are the risks?

You can have laser hair removal treatment done over your lunch break, because there is no recovery time. The lasers do not remove skin, so there are very low risks.

  • Is It painful?

Laser hair removal with Soprano Titanium at Arth is painless.

  • How does the LASER remove the hair?

The lasers emit a light at a specific wavelength that will be absorbed by the pigment of the hair follicle without damaging the skin around it. The light is converted into heat energy, which then removes the hair follicle so that it will not produce more hair.

  • How many treatments are needed?

Typically, it will take six to eight treatments to achieve a full clear area, but there are certain people who only need four treatments.

  • How to Prepare for Laser Hair Removal

Before having laser hair removal done, you should check with your doctor to ensure you are a good candidate for the treatment. You should limit waxing, plucking and tweezing and electrolysis for six weeks before the treatment. The laser targets the roots of the hair, which are temporarily removed when you have them waxed or plucked.

  • Recovery

For the day or two after the treatment, your skin will look and feel sunburned. Moisturizers and cool compresses can help. Over the next month, the treated hair will fall out. Make sure to wear sunscreen for the following month to prevent temporary colour changes in the skin.

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How ‘Rolling Hills’ redefined new-year party scenes in Udaipur? The founder answers!

All of us just embarked on the new journey of the year 2023 with resolutions, hopes, and to-do lists for this year. While all of us have our ways of welcoming a new year, a party comprising dance and music scenes is one of the best ways to begin a year on a celebratory note. Speaking of New Year’s Eve parties, ‘Rolling Hills’ is one event most of the ‘party-holics’ in town must have heard of.

Like its last four seasons, the ‘Rolling Hills’ concluded on a grand note, setting higher benchmarks for the next edition. We had a conversation with Dushyant Periwal, the man behind the idea of ‘Rolling Hills’, for a complete insight into the journey of ‘Rolling Hills’ as a pioneer of large-scale new year parties in Udaipur.

Dushyant Periwal
Dushyant Periwal: Founder & Chairman – WDNE, Curator of Rolling Hills

How did the idea of Rolling Hills begin?

We have been organizing large-scale New Year’s parties for almost a decade now. However, in 2018, we decided to gear up by commencing a dedicated, game-changing edition of the New Year’s Eve celebration to upscale the entertainment quotient and magnitude of the event. With this thought at the core, the idea of ‘Rolling Hills’ was born in 2018, which dwelled in the city’s largest music festival. The first edition of this ‘Rolling Hills’ music festival was held successfully in 2018, and since then, it has been a ‘never-look-behind’ experience for us.

How has the journey of Rolling Hills been to date?

The entire journey of Rolling Hills, since the first edition in 2018 and the most recent one in 2022, has only been an upscaling journey, with every edition becoming bigger and better with every passing year. The most recent one was the fifth edition of Rolling Hills, and it was the biggest one to date, amassing a jam-packed house at Royal Retreat resort.

rolling hills new year party

How has Rolling Hills been instrumental in changing the party scenes in Udaipur?

Not long ago, Udaipur was known as a quaint little town, with little or negligible party scenes even on grand occasions like New Year’s Eve. With the venture of Rolling Hills, WDNE has been instrumental in uplifting the benchmarks of party culture, with every edition only becoming grander than the erstwhile edition. Apart from welcoming the residents of Udaipur, Rolling Hills also caught the attention of other cities of Rajasthan and nearby states, which has only added to the scale of the event.

What was this year’s edition of Rolling Hills all about?

The last edition in 2021 was graced by the presence of renowned DJ Aqeel. However, the 2022 edition just became a scaled-up event with ten artists putting up a two-day show at the Royal Retreat Resort. The lineup included DJ Lemon, DJ Nash, DJ Cyrus, DJ Tasnneem, DJ Hashtag, DJ Candice, BhuvIn, Mihir, DJ Veeshal and DJ Shilen Sharma.

We thank all these artists, along with the public gathered, for making this two-day fest a memorable experience while looking forward to the 2023 edition.

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New Pandit Fireworks: The One-Stop Shop for Your Celebration

Ever imagined yourself being a part of a celebration without the blazing fireworks in the sky? Difficult, right? As a resident of the city of lakes, we are far away from this thought. All our events and functions happen with a bash and they include the best accessory – fireworks.

The most favoured celebration devices for us are crackers. They are used in celebrations all around the world. But they are most popular in India, where they are mostly used to signify the victory of good over evil.

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Whether it is about Diwali in the old city, a wedding procession across the city or even India winning a match, the sky above Udaipur sparkles with fireworks. And that is what makes us different from others. We never shy away from expressing our happiness!

And talking about festivities, we end up in December. This month is all about functions and festivals. Whether it is weddings, Christmas, New Year, or family get-togethers, we find ourselves in one celebration or the other.

But it seldom happens we find the crackers we are looking for. It becomes a huge problem when we have to settle for less. Here is where New Pandit Fireworks come into the picture.

About Crackers

A cracker is a type of firework. It is made up of a tube that contains explosive material and a fuse. When lit, the fuse will burn down to the explosive material and then ignite it, causing an explosion.

Crackers have been around for centuries and have been used in many cultures to celebrate different events. The cracker is a small firework that produces a loud bang when lit and is often used as a celebratory device.

Fireworks have been around for centuries. The earliest records of fireworks date back to 7th century China, but it is believed that some cultures had fireworks before this date. Fireworks were originally used for military purposes, but they became popular for celebrations in the 17th century.

About New Pandit Fireworks

New Pandit Fireworks is a one-stop solution for all your cracker needs during the time of festivals and special occasions. They have an array of crackers, from big to small for all age groups.

Initiated by Tushar Paliwal, New Pandit Fireworks has the vision to take your celebration a notch higher. With an idea that caters to all sorts of occasions, the company offers its services directly to customers as well as event planners.

For a customer, it is a retail shop from where one can buy small sparklers to big bombs. For an event planner, it becomes a complete shop for all services that include Pyrotechnics, SFX, Stage effect and entry fireworks and so much more.

Along with these, the team of Mr Tushar Paliwal also offers other equipment like CO2 guns, blowers, CO2 jets, blasters, fireballs and others. All these services become a core component of any event.

In the event management industry, SFX (special effects) can play a key role in creating a memorable and engaging experience for attendees. For example, at a wedding, SFX might include things like pyrotechnics, confetti cannons, or other types of visual effects that help to add excitement and energy to the event. At a concert, SFX might include lighting and sound effects that help to enhance the overall performance and create a more immersive experience for the audience. In both cases, SFX can help to create a sense of drama and spectacle, and can be used to complement and enhance other elements of the event, such as music or performances. Event planners and designers often work closely with SFX professionals to create custom effects that are tailored to the specific needs and goals of each event.

We have been seeing a variety of activities that happen at any celebration that add to the visual appeal. And, believe it or not, we have become too used to such endeavours that imagining a big event without these becomes difficult.

The rising importance of fireworks

The recent era is all about creativity and we all have seen it in multiple weddings. Modern-day celebrations are about going to the extremes of uniqueness and bringing out the best result.


Being the show-stoppers of today’s weddings, birthdays, and private parties, pyrotechnics are the most popular. Even if they happen for a fraction of the time, they create a visual we can never forget. New Pandit Fireworks specialises in offering that wow factor to their special day.
Even when we speak about SFX, CO2 Blowers, colour blasters, and others, they play an equally important role.

Why choose New Pandit Fireworks?

Fireworks are a great way to add some colour, sounds and excitement to any event. Fireworks are also perfect for when you want to add some extra spice to your celebration. And New Pandit Fireworks are important because of the following reasons:

  1. The variety of crackers available for every occasion at New Pandit Fireworks is just amazing. Even if you have a small birthday get-together or a big wedding bash, you’ll find exactly what you are looking for.
  2. They offer a personalised touch to the services offered. They are all ready to serve you even at the venue in case you require any assistance.
  3. They play a major role in enhancing the special moments of your life and give you an album full of memories.
  4. The best part of their service is that they offer online crackers as well. So even if it is an emergency and you’re at a shortage of crackers, you need not panic.
  5. They are just the best in town. They offer all year-round services and you can reach out to them anytime.

Fireworks are one of the most popular types of entertainment in the world. They have been a part of celebrations for centuries and are used to celebrate many events, including national holidays, religious festivals, weddings, and even birthdays.

So the next time you look for a grand celebration, you know you have to reach out to New Pandit Fireworks. You can check out their website here or call them on 8560081555.

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Majestical Events: Bringing out the magic in your event!

Being in a city like Udaipur, where events have become a significant part of tourism, is a blessing. Every day we get to witness multiple big and small events being held in the city and its shimmer spreads throughout the country.

But what we see in the form of a triumphant event, is the result of a variety of happenings. To pull up a successful event, a lot of the hustle and bustle goes behind the scenes. And to do it with extreme perfection, the event management industry comes in place.

You wouldn’t want to be the one keeping things in check and forgetting what you were supposed to enjoy. With an event manager by your side, you can rest assured of smooth operations which take place to set things in motion.

Events in Udaipur

Talking about events, there has been a significant rise in the number of events taking place in Udaipur post-corona. One such recent event took place at Ramee Royal Resort and Spa, an exhibition for Ankur a provision of Arvind Ltd., on 22 November 2022.

The exhibition showcased the latest and most exquisite designs. Ankur textile is a part of the illustrious Arvind group and is the largest manufacturer of lifestyle voiles. Voiles is a soft sheer fabric and is majorly used in dressmaking and soft furnishing.

The event was followed by a fashion walk that precisely exhibited the utterly gorgeous collection by the Arvind Group. Also, the General Manager of Ramee Royal, Mr Traun Sharma, was a great support.

Along with him, the Sales and Marketing Manager at Ramee Royal, Mr Manish Vyas, created a cheerful environment at the venue to work at. Majestical Events with the help of the staff at Ramee Royal made the event an easy endeavour.

About Majestical Events

Majestical events is a Udaipur-based event managing company, founded by Mr Mahendra Kumawat in the year 2013. It bagged the award for the best event company in Udaipur, in Shubh Wedding and Lifestyle Awards 2021, Season 4. It is a diverse and professional event planning company, that believes in meeting the expectations of the client.

They have been in the event industry for about 10 years now and have grown to become the best with time. Their tailor-made ideas, urge for perfection, and dedication to bringing clients’ imaginations to life have made them stand apart.

Event management is not as easy as it appears to be. It involves several aspects that need deep knowledge and understanding. Whether it is about cost, vendors, catering, guest management or anything else, it is not a man’s task. It requires expertise and quick decision making which comes with experience.

And here is when Majestical Events comes into action. They make your event their own and give an extra edge to the celebration. With all activities managed effortlessly, Majestical Events ensure that you completely enjoy your festivity without having to worry about the rest.

The current event covered by them at Ramee Royal was a huge success. It was an exhibition focusing on the alluring range of textiles manufactured by the Ankur group, followed by a ramp walk which was choreographed by Rajesh Sharma and was anchored by Pratiksha Dave. Kunal Acharya, Lovesh Vyas, Bhavya Jain, Honey Lakhira, Poushy Singhvi, Jyoti Sharma, and Shalini Gurjar were the models who walked the ramp with absolute refinement.

Also, no event is complete without a photographer who captures the best memories in a frame. For this event, Krishna Parihar and Manav Parihar from New age photography & Wed.Verso were the men behind the camera.

What makes Majestical Events better than others

Majestical Events believes in providing at-point design, decor, catering, wedding themes, gifts, invitations, entertainment, travel coordination and so much more. Each department has to be managed well in order to remain away from the hassle.

The following features make them outshine others.

  • Among the plethora of tasks that an event planner needs to manage, the first one is people management. There are multiple people one needs to deal with during any wedding, corporate events, or similar celebration. Majestical Events make sure that every party associated with the event understands well.
  • Any event is incomplete without the required resources. Majestical Events make sure that every resource is in the right place at the right time. Right from vendor communication to client dealings, they have everything intact.
  • Next, it is important to comprehend the needs of the client and execute what they think. Mahendra Kumawat holds expertise in listening to clients and his team also follows this perception.
  • Stress management and working under pressure are also much-needed qualities of an event manager. The team at Majestical events ensures that stress and pressure do not impact his ability to work and keeps a check on the activities.
  • Creativity is the cutting-edge quality of Majestical events. For every simple idea of the client, they offer a unique and a notch higher idea to make your grand day memorable.

Mahendra Kumawat started small, but with his efficient skills, he has achieved utter success in this industry. It takes a lot for someone to work for your event making it their own. And Mahendra Ji makes sure that every celebration is worth the memories you carry. You can reach out to him on Instagram at @kumawat.mahendra & @majestical_events and read more about him here.

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Everything you must know about Authentic Leather Bags of Udaipur

The old city of Udaipur is known for its brilliant fabrics, stunning architecture, mesmerising lakes, and beautifully handcrafted authentic leather bags. Ranging from backpacks, duffle bags, and handbags, you can also find office bags and sling bags; Udaipur has it all.

The artisans at Udaipur have a unique and traditional way of making them. They’re generally made from camel leather, goat leather, and/or buffalo skin. The camel leather products are polished to give a vintage look to the product. Whereas goat leather is an extremely versatile material, its natural softness and strength make it ideal leather for bags.

So, all the leather fans, this is where you need to be! The city of lakes is a delight for shopping enthusiasts. The local markets here have an alluring atmosphere, and the hospitality of the shopkeepers; is as charming as their products.

Style Statement

Leather is an amazing product and has various utilities. One can invest in leather merchandise and cherish it for a long period of time.
The leather bags are a stylish way to begin your day; at work where you can carry an office bag, at your college with a stylish leather backpack, to a movie with your friends where you can carry a sling bag, and a handbag would be very useful and stylish for dinner outings.

Want to travel in style? A duffle bag is a perfect option for you to carry along all your things. By buying a leather bag from Udaipur, you are not just elevating your wardrobe but also supporting local markets and artisans.

Affordable Prices

Prices are very reasonable to make you go on a buying spree. Leather bags are a perfect blend of ultra-modern and vintage designs. They look super astonishing and are loved worldwide.
One of the best places to purchase a leather bag here is the vibrant and buzzing Jagdish Chowk. You can also find shops in the Bhattiyani Chohatta market located in the heart of the old city.

Shops in the area sell high-quality leather goods, with prices ranging between Rs. 400 to Rs. 4000, depending on the type of bag as well as its size. An estimated price range for different bags is provided below-

  • Duffle bag- Rs.1600-Rs.4000
  • Backpack- Rs.700- Rs.1100
  • Handbag- Rs.300- Rs.900
  • Office bag- Rs.750- Rs.1500

Extended Varieties of leather goods

When we talk about the handicrafts of Udaipur, leather articles are a must-buy. The markets for leather products in the city are not restricted only to bags but they also offer a wide range of other leather products viz., cell phone covers, diaries or journals made with handmade paper and so much more.
From shoes to diaries, jackets to bags, covers to belts, leather is used and adored in all aspects. So whether you’re a leather connoisseur or simply want to buy a leather bag, the streets of Udaipur are the best place to get one.

Let us know if the article was helpful. You can also share your experience of buying leather products from Udaipur with us at pm@vivirmedia.com.

Compiled by: Yukteshwari Rathore

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Udaipur Light Festival 2022: A Day Worth Million Memories

The Udaipur Light Festival 2022; the best-in-town, extraordinary, and most favorite event of Udaipur, took place recently. This year, it was a banger as “the one that shall not be named” virus came into our lives and the majority of events had to be canceled. 

After two years of eagerly waiting for ULF to happen, we finally made it to Diwali 2022. It was a hurricane of joy for Udaipurites to be part of the most-awaited ULF after a massive span of 2 years. October 22, was the day for immense fun and a lot of happiness along with some fun-filled activities.

ULF: A Day To Remember For Udaipurites

The day we all eagerly waited for came and all the people celebrated ULF with zeal and euphoria. There was an air of happiness and joy as the festival started with a bang. People flocked to the venue to witness the festival and enjoy it.

The ULF is one of the most-awaited events in the town and all people from in and around Udaipur await it with bated breath for the event. The whole place was decorated with lights that changed its look from evening to midnight.  Various stalls were set up with delicious food and snacks that made you want more. The ULF this year was truly a celebration of lights and a day we will always cherish.

Alluring aura of ULF 2022: #ItsAllAboutTheVibe

The decorations were super lit; giving an absolute lively vibe. This year’s ULF was all about vibes and hence the hashtag. The bright colors and beautiful lights added to the enhancement of the aura of the venue. The center stage was the main attraction which was very well paired up with smoke guns, fireworks, brilliant LED lights, confetti showers, and pyrotechnics; these all added more charms to the flabbergasting and soothing performances of all the artists. 

Flower decorations were also added to this year’s theme, which was super charming and delightful. Various selfie and photo booths were also installed having different backdrops and props, which was an absolute topnotch about this season of ULF. Towards the end of an alluring evening, the sky was lit up with fabulous fireworks, and confetti showers in the air made it all picture-perfect.

Venue for this year

This year was seen as a huge success for the event as a close figure of around 6000+ people became a part of ULF at The Opera Gardens, which was this year’s venue. The festival this year was a sight to behold. 

udaipur light festival 2022

The venue was delightful. Opera gardens has a sprawling lush green garden which was very apt for the various performances organized during the event. 

The ample space could accommodate a huge crowd with ease. The location of the venue added another level of desire as it is near the city yet away from the noise and bustle of life, accompanied by serenity and calmness. The entire venue was decorated with lights, making it look like a fairyland.

The artist lineup for 2022

2022 was marked as a new beginning after a very long pause in our lives since 2020. With a lot of excitement, we welcomed the artists to the festival this year. 

With this new beginning, ULF had a unique and refreshing artist lineup, this year we had young singing sensations creating a mesmerizing aura, and their performances left us in very high spirits! 

Talking about this year’s artist lineup, we had with us Dikshant, who not only wins over hearts with his healing voice but also has a strong presence on Instagram reels. 

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ZIKRR, which was awarded as the most popular band in 2017, was next in line. We also had MKSHFT who is a global performer and has collaborated with the Hollywood sensation Pitbull and Guru Randhawa. All the artists gave jaw-dropping performances. Hence, the entire place was wrapped in a ray of joy and happiness.

The host for the event was RJ Suri, who carried out the complete program with utmost smoothness and perfection. The artists had come together to showcase their talent and present a wonderful show to the people of Udaipur.

Amazing sponsors

In a nutshell, the entire event was full of madness and fun, and to make it so we’d like to give a huge shoutout to Rajasthani Stage our title sponsor for this year, as well as to the Mobi store, the Monsoon Salon, and Pacific Medical college and hospital, our associate sponsors.

udaipur light festival 2022

Thanks to Bharat Sound and Light as well as to Apsara Tent House, who were the sound and light partners, and a huge thank you to Opera Garden and Banquets the venue partner. 

No event can be completed without some ravishing food. ULF too had some lip-smacking delicacies. The food stall had a variety of dishes, from burgers to pizzas, pastries to ice creams, momos to vada pav, and coffee to mocktails, Udaipur Light Festival 2022 had it all to satisfy the cravings of your tastebuds. Some top restaurants and cafes of the city viz.-

  •  Sai Sagar
  •  Famous Vada Pav
  •  Book a Surprise 
  •  Get a Whey ice cream 
  • JR Sports Cafe
  •  Karvaan
  •  Food Adda 

put up their stalls at our food court to provide you with the best quality of food. Made by following proper hygienic methods and of course, they were garnished with love!

Honorary mention to all our sponsors and partners for a successful event this year

  •  Howard Johnson and Bhairavgarh Palace – hospitality partners
  •  Nitesh Photo Flash – photography partner
  • Naman Fireworks- SFX partner 
  • VJ Ravi – Visual partner 
  • Round Table India- NGO partner 
  • Udaipurblog – marketing partner  
  • VivirMedia- digital media partner  
  • Tiger Security -security and guard partner
  • Blu Casa – Vila partner

This year’s theme for decor was exemplary 

udaipur light festival 2022

The theme for this year was “The Infinite Possibilities of Lights”. The festival this year was decorated with lights that gave it the look of paintings. All The stages were also adorned with lights, making it look like a heavenly place. The theme for decor was very appropriate considering the event was all about lights. A huge shoutout to Silver Craft Events- our decor partner, for the mesmerizing and on-point decor.

Summing up

The celebrations for the ULF this year were truly the best. The festival was enhanced by the use of decorative lights and had a breathtaking theme. The main attraction this year was the artists who performed various songs and had a wonderful time. 

The festival was also sponsored by many companies and individuals who made it even more spectacular. The ULF was truly a day to remember and a celebration that shall remain etched in the memories of the people of Udaipur. The event had a lot of charm and was something that everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime. 

After experiencing the ULF, we can safely say that it is one of the best festivals and is something that everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime.

We are sure all of us are eagerly waiting for the next season of ULF with extreme excitement. 

See you next year!

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JD’s Bash- Biggest Bollywood Night in Udaipur

This Saturday, Oct 29 2022, Udaipurites will have the chance to don their party clothes and wear their hearts on their sleeve. From 7:00 PM onwards, DJ Kumar Swamy and DJ Ranjana, two of the leading DJs known for their explosive music, will spread their DJ magic with all the Bollywood songs at Pandora Grand Luxury Hotel- Udaipur, from 7:00 PM onwards. So if you are in Udaipur, then put on your party shoes and do attend this massive event, to groove to the explosive music played by these renowned DJs, all of which are excellent for igniting the dance floor. Allow the Bollywood music, to keep you entertained for the ideal evening at The Pandora Grand.

Check out the event details below.

About The JD Bash Event

DJ Kumarswamy and DJ Ranjana are some of those creative prodigies who are a little ahead of their time. Not just because their music can transport you to places where time seems to have stopped, but also because they manage to operate on a timeline entirely independent of the typical cycles of hysteria, influence, and career advancement that most musicians follow. Their productions and releases have become some of the most cherished and legendary themes in the music world. These phenomenal DJs consistently outperform themselves, having remixed almost all the famous Bollywood tracks. DJ Kumarswamy and DJ Ranjana, continue to work hard with exceptional talents.

Event: JD’s Bash- Biggest Bollywood Night

When: Oct 29, 7:00 PM Onwards

Tickets on sale now.

Line Up: @djkumarswamy; @ranjana.dj

Where: Pandora Grand Udaipur,

Near HP Petrol Pump,

Udaipur-Ahmedabad Highway,

Balicha, Rajasthan

So this Saturday night, be ready to put on your dancing shoes to groove to some explosive music bangers!

If you haven’t already booked your tickets, then reserve your spots before they sell out.

Hurry up, and don’t miss the chance to witness one of the biggest live Bollywood music concerts in Udaipur with @nightpulseentertainment. Mentioned herewith are the pass details:

Regular passes – Rs. 1,000 (Access to Bollywood Night)

VIP passes – Rs. 2,000 (Access to Bollywood Night & Techno After-party)

VIP table passes – Rs. 30,000 (For 10 persons)

Please Note: The above amount includes the cost of the beverages.

Be ready for a fun, energetic evening that will keep you raving all night long at Pandora Grand-Udaipur with DJ Kumarswamy and DJ Ranjana.

For bookings and queries, contact: +91-7425041114, 9587071777.

 

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Festivals

Karwa Chauth And the History Behind It

Karwa Chauth is a one-day festival which is celebrated by all married women. On this festival, wives keep a fast from sunrise to moonrise for the safety and well-being of their husbands. Even though it is difficult to maintain a fast without drinking any water or eating anything throughout the day, devoted wives perform these rituals out of great love and respect for their husbands.

If we consider the term Karwa Chauth in its literal sense, it refers to the sacrifice of “Argya” to the moon on the Chaturthi of the Kartika month using an earthen pot known as a “Karwa.” Every year, the event takes place on the fourth day of the dark fortnight of the Kartika month. There are several anecdotes connected to this festival, even if its beginnings are still quite murky. Here are a few well-known Karwa Chauth tales that illustrate the significance of this festival:

Queen Veervati’s story 

Karwa Chauth and the History Behind It

A beautiful queen named Veervati formerly reigned as the lone sibling of seven devoted and considerate brothers. She started a simple fast after sunrise on her first Karwa Chauth while staying with her parents. She was thirsty and hungry in the evening, and she was impatiently awaiting the moonrise. Her brothers were distressed to see her in such anguish. They created the illusion that the moon was in the sky by mounting a mirror in a peepal tree. As soon as Veervati broke her fast, she learned that her husband had passed away. She couldn’t stop crying and was devastated. She left right away for home, where she ran into Goddess Parvati. Maa Parvati admitted that her brothers had played a trap on her. She then observed the Karwa Chauth fast with complete devotion, and upon witnessing her commitment, Yama, the lord of death, brought her husband back to life. Women keeping the fast frequently hear this Queen Veervati Karva Chauth Katha, which is highly famous.

Queen Draupadi’s Karwa Chauth Story

Karwa Chauth and the History behind it

Arjuna and Draupadi from the Mahabharata are the next Karva Chauth Kahani on our list. When Arjuna, the person Draupadi loved the most, decided to punish himself, he travelled to the Nilgiri mountains. The rest of the Pandava brothers were having trouble without him. In this circumstance, Draupadi asked Lord Krishna what should be done to address this problem. Then Lord Krishna narrated a story of Goddess Parvati, who performed the Karwa Chauth ceremonies. Therefore, Draupadi performed the severe Karwa Chauth fast for the well-being of her husband, and the Pandavas were able to find solutions to their issues.

Karwa’s Karwa Chauth Story

Karwa was a woman who was madly in love with her spouse and had many spiritual powers as a result of this passionate love. Once, when her husband went to take a bath in the river, a crocodile attacked him. Having remembered Yama, the Lord of Death, brave Karwa now bound the crocodile with cotton yarn. She prayed to Lord Yamraj, asking him to grant her husband life and the crocodile death. But Yamraj said he couldn’t. Then, Karwa threatened to curse Lord Yama and destroy Yamdev in return. Yamraj was extremely petrified of being cursed by such a dedicated and loving wife; hence, he sent the crocodile to hell and bought her husband back to life.

Even today, married ladies pray to Karva Mata for their husbands’ health and happiness, according to the Karva Chauth Kahani that was narrated.

Satyavan and Savitri’s Karwa Chauth Story

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According to legend, Savitri pleaded for Satyavan’s life in front of Yama, the god of death, when he arrived to take his life. Yama insisted on taking away Savitri’s husband, despite the fact that she had quit eating and drinking and had followed Yama. Yama now told Savitri that she might request any other miracle, except the death of her husband. Due to her intelligence, Savitri asked Yama if he could bless her with bearing a child, which was something she desired. However, she would also not tolerate any form of betrayal because she was a dedicated and loyal wife. As a result, Yama had to give Satyavan life again so that Savitri might become pregnant.

Women and girls who are fasting on Karva Chauth day, make sure to hear Savitri’s Karva Chauth Katha. Additionally, hearing all the Karva Chauth tales highlights the significance of this fast and how old this festival is.

Why is Karwa Chauth Celebrated?

Given the aforementioned Karva Chauth stories, you might now be well aware of the significance that this event has in Hindu culture. This festival is more prominent in the northern and north-western parts of our country. The Indian Army soldiers and military officials made up a sizable portion of the male population in these areas; hence, the ladies in these areas began fasting for the safety of these real heroes. The women used to pray for the long lives of their husbands as they protected the nation from enemies.

In ancient times, women used to get married at the age of 10 to 13 in India. In such a marriage, they would not be able to enjoy their childhood or early adolescence. Additionally, communication was a major barrier back then. They, therefore, found it difficult to visit their parent’s houses, which was equally bad. Therefore, a woman had to take total responsibility for a new household from a young age. She was sent in charge of all the daily chores, including cooking and cleaning. But she was living in an unknown house alone, far from her loved ones, and she had no friends either. In times of loneliness or homesickness, where would she go?

Therefore, to address this issue, the women began to celebrate Karwa Chauth in a magnificent manner, where married women from the entire village as well as some of the neighbouring villages would gather in one location and spend the day in joy and laughter. They became friends and referred to one another as “God sisters” or “God friends.”

One could argue that the origin of this festival was a way for them to have fun and forget about being alone at their in-laws’ house. On this day, they celebrated their union and gave gifts to one another, such as sindoor, lipstick, and bracelets, to serve as a constant reminder that someone out there is always a friend.

Recently, husbands have begun to fast for their spouses as well. This act has added an extra specialness to the festival, as it represents compassion, love, and understanding on both sides.

 

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Understanding Stress in Life and at Work: Myths, Facts and Means of Walking out of it.

Introduction

Stress in the context of organizational psychology has been defined “as a dynamic condition in which an individual is confronted with an opportunity, demand, or resource related to what the individual desires and for which the outcome is perceived to be both uncertain and important.” (Luthans, 2007). An expansion of the last definition brings us to some important questions. What is stress? Is organizational stress different from daily life stress? Can we weave a life for ourselves where we are so-called stress-free? How to know that one is unable to cope with stress? In what ways does stress dampen sexual behaviour and experiences? This article makes an attempt to answer some of these questions.

What exactly is Stress?

Understanding Stress

To put simply, stress is a condition or unpleasant feeling experienced when a person perceives that the ‘demands’ faced by an individual exceed the personal and social resources that one has to deal with it. During stress, one may feel strained by “physical, mental, or emotional tension” (American institute of stress, 2021). Some amount of stress is known to enable us in moving towards our desirable goal, be it personal or professional. It sort of sets us in a momentum for change and adaptation which is healthy for everyone.

However, stress has a setup point, pretty much like the boiling point of water. Beyond that set point, it leads to clinically significant physiological and psychological outcomes. This set-point varies from person to person. The stress hormones pumping through our body usually encourage us to either fight or flight or freeze to cope with the overload. It depletes one’s healthy emotional reserves and definitely impacts sexual behaviour as well. High-stress hormones floating in our body don’t leave much room for closeness with our partners, and slowly but surely, the sexual interest, intimacy, desires and involvement starts to wither away. Another rare manifestation of acute stress in some people may be uncontrollable hypersexuality as a compensatory mechanism to seek relieves stress, coupled with low sexual satisfaction, distress and guilt. Hypersexuality shows up as ‘recurring and uncontrollable sexual fantasies’ and leads to difficulty in establishing and maintaining a relationship with a stable romantic partner because of their preoccupation with sex. It may sometimes also lead to promiscuity and infidelity in relationships. Not only sexual but other social, interpersonal and psychological behaviours may also alter due to stress. So when one is stressed out, it may be hard for a person to deal with anything other than self or the source of stress.

Stressors impacting sexual functioning may be of two kinds:

a) Major life events i.e., death of a loved one, separation, loss of job /bankruptcy etc.

b) Minor daily life events which are in the form of an ‘accumulation of small stressors’ that are constantly or frequently present, such as deadlines that never seem to be met, constant arguments with a partner, financial risks etc.

Researchers opine that it is these ‘daily hassles’, and not ‘major life events, that were more linked to sexual difficulties (Kanner,1981). The negative interaction between chronic stress and sexual functioning may extend to reproductive functioning, fecundability and fertility in both men and women. These factors taken together as a whole may lower the quality of life and sexual and relational satisfaction.

It is a common myth that “stress should be eradicated from our lives, all together”.  It’s not so. Stress appears to be a normal aspect and to an extent a healthy and evitable part of one’s life. It can lead to healthy self-growth as well. Learning ways to cope with it i.e., to “modify its magnitude and multi-system effects or become resilient to it” would be more a realistic ideology.

The sources of stress can be numerous. In the organizational context, work stress may be attributed to factors such as Intrinsic job requirements (work pattern, timing, duration, pressure, shift, new challenges), structure (physical space, climate, temperature, discomfort, consistency, transfers),  job roles (transitions, conflicts, poor differentiation of roles, ambiguity, unpredictability), growth (lack of opportunities, security, promotions, incentives, recognition, perks), interpersonal relations (with authority, peers, juniors, in teams, communication styles, responsibility allocation/taking, coordination, political, threat, domination) and intrapersonal factors (personality, temperament, belief systems, cognitive style, stereotypes, socio-cultural, developmental etc) (Luthans, 2007). In the latter context, organizational stress may take the form of daily stressors, interacting in complex fashions within a person.

How one responds to stress is an interesting variable. Just like sources of Stress, a person’s response to stress too can be acute or chronic. Acute Stress-induced ‘fight or flight or freeze reactions help to defend and built immediate protective strategies against problems. Our body takes about 90 minutes for the metabolism to return to normal. This is only when the acute response is over. The mind may still keep responding to ‘what happened to me, how and why for much longer periods of time.

Sometimes stress becomes ongoing and evolves into chronic stress. Longstanding uncontrolled stress has the opposite effect. It causes significant wear and tears to several systems such as respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, endocrinal, Musculoskeletal, neurological, dermatological, immunological, sexual and reproductive etc.  Some of the bio-behavioural outcomes of stress may be persistent or progressive complaints of headaches, fatigability, insomnia, lethargies, worsening of psychosomatic illnesses, irritability, anger, anxiety, depression, loneliness, frustration, emptiness, avoidance, lack of enthusiasm, self-negligence,   unworthiness, hopelessness, helplessness, vulnerability, worrying, crying spells, death wishes, recourse into addictive behaviours, digital addictions,  interpersonal dissatisfactions, emotional outbursts, sexual dysfunctions and frequent relational disputes.

Stress response at a psychological level keeps evolving as we grow, with both new learning and experiences. It can be easily unlearnt and re-learnt. This means that, once we get aware of our maladaptive behaviours, we can unlearn them and turn towards more adaptive as well as healthy means of coping. A healthy stress response aids in building psychological resilience and physical recovery. It helps the biological capacity to cope with a cascade of acute and chronic stress effects.

How to Cope With Stress?

How to cope with stress

Some of the easy ways of coping with stress could be:

  • Firstly, working on personal loopholes, avoidance, minimization, excessive blaming, fantasies and denial of real issues.
  • Secondly, set some time aside each day for an unbiased self-reflective practice. The idea for the same becomes identifying one’s agendas, sources, intensity and outcomes of stress and checking effective or ineffective means of dealing with it. One may take help from trustworthy peers, friends, mentors, parents, and spouses, to do the same.
  • Third could be building healthy boundaries from stress and preventing oneself from overbooking.
  • Another strategy is balancing circadian rhythm disturbances by adopting healthy eating, adequate hygiene, grooming, dressing, nutrition, hydration, a combination of physical exercises, and relaxing and healthy sleep regimens.

Additionally, de-cluttering the mind may help. It involves re-organizing ones living environment to have a clean, fresh, arranged, aerated physical space, journalizing one’s experiences, ditching technology and reducing screen time and substituting it with other joyous activities. At times going minimalistic on self/others’ demands and doing “nothing at all” for a while also can be really helpful. Reconnecting with nature via soothing activities can also have an excellent mood-regulating effect.

Needless to say, if stress-induced symptoms are continuous for two to three weeks and are significant to cause distress or disturbances in one’s interpersonal, intimate life or socio-occupational activities, then this is a red-light situation. It warrants a general medical check-up and psychological evaluation.

In the words of the popular American author and psychotherapist Richard Carlson, “Stress is nothing more than a socially acceptable form of mental illness”. It is probably less stigmatizing and illusionary to disclose oneself as “stressed or worked up” and resort to cures for the same. Any situation/event can be the starting point of a new journey and opportunity. Seizing it can open the path to transformative growth for any individual.

References

1. American institute of stress (2022) Stress research retrieved from https://www.stress.org/stress-research

2.Luthans F, Youssef CM. Emerging positive organizational behaviour. Journal of management. 2007 Jun;33(3):321-49.

  1. Kanner AD, Coyne JC, Schaefer C, Lazarus RS. Comparison of two modes of stress measurement: Daily hassles and uplifts versus major life events. J Behav Med. 1981;4:1–39.

Author Profile: Dr Ansha Patel (Bach, Masters, MPhil, PhD Clinical & Reproductive Psychology, Postdoc fellow) is a consultant clinical psychologist, psychotherapist, researcher, scientific advisor and columnist. She is affiliated with the Dept. of Psychiatry and Psychology at RNT medical college, Shantiraj and Paras hospitals, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India. She is pursuing her fellowship at MAHE, FAIMER, Manipal, Karnataka. She specializes in Behavior Medicine, Adult and Women’s Mental Health. She is trained in evidence-based cognitive behavioural therapies and mindfulness-based interventions. She is also a scientific advisor to Vyana sparcolife digital fertility solutions and a peer-reviewer for indexed scientific journals published by Springler Nature, Elsevier, Wolter Kluwer, Taylor Francis and Sage groups. She is a freelancing columnist for Reproductive health club magazine & TARSHI. Profile: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1766-9558, https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-ansha-patel-49b123214/, https://www.instagram.com/dransha_patel/. 

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Udaipur: Ideal for OTT Platforms and Television Industry

Frida Giannini once said, “Venice never quite seems real, but rather an ornate film set suspended on the water.” And that’s where we live, Udaipur, Venice of the East! It sometimes really does feel like being in an unrealistic world when you’re in the City of Lakes. For a good reason, Udaipur becomes a choice for so many filmmakers or ‘fictional storytellers’ over and over again.

Hollywood, as well as Indian film producers, adore Udaipur, so many movies have been shot here.

Despite this, the city has also been an ideal location for OTT platforms and T.V. channels lately. So many series, daily soaps and T.V. shows have been shot here too. To know about them you might have to use your fingers to scroll a bit.

1. Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai

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The longest running show in the television industry’s history had its whole storyline originating from this very city, Udaipur. From introduction shots to Gangaur Pooja scenes have been shot near Pichola Lake of Udaipur. Even according to the storyline of the show, families of the main characters ‘Akshara and Naitik’ , used to reside in Udaipur itself.

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Although it’s been so many years and after various plot twists, the show has come up with new characters. Hence, shooting has been done here recently. And the cast & crew loved to shoot here.

Diya Aur Baati Hum

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This show had our very own Rajasthani actress, Neelu Vaghela casted as “Bhabho” in it. Although Diya Aur Baati hum was portrayed in Pushkar. But when the show came to an end, makers chose Udaipur as the ideal location.

Most important and final scenes of the show when main characters ‘Sooraj and Sandhya’ died have been shot near Jaisamand Lake and Jagdish Chowk.
People of the city were overwhelmed to see the shooting as daily soaps usually have different impacts on emotions.

Four More Shots Season-2

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The show received a lot of admiration and appreciation in the first season for its women-centric unconventional theme and was a visual treat to all. Although in Season-2, Udaipur brought Four More Shots Please! closer to its home and also gave the show the component of its history, culture, scenic locations and the Rajput-era palaces.

Balika Vadhu

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The show which brought one of the most controversial topic upfront, “Child Marriage” of Rajasthan itself. Balika vadhu gained a lot of TRP when it was started with the story of a typical Rajasthani Family. Although mostly shooting was done in different parts of Rajasthan. Udaipur also came into the range for some scenes to be shot. The show also had audience-awed Siddharth Shukla in lead.

The Jewel in the Crown

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The Jewel in the Crown is a 1984 British television serial about the final days of the British Raj in India during and after World War II, based upon a novel. The scenes of the Nawab of Mirat’s palace were filmed at Lake Palace in Udaipur. Besides all the Mirat scenes, Udaipur was also the location for Mayapore and some Pankot scenes.

Skater Girl

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The set of this Netflix (an OTT platform) movie was in Khempur, a village about 50 kms away from Rajasthan’s Udaipur. The same way that skateboarding changes the life of a girl in the movie, and the park is changing the lives of many other children in the village.

The shooting of the movie wrapped in 2019 and since then, Desert Dolphin Skate Park has been the ground for training hundreds of village children to skate for free.

Overall, it is abundantly clear that Udaipur overcame favoritism and will continue to do so. Online platforms, the television industry, or the film industry don’t matter; the city lives rent-free in their hearts. And we always feel incredibly excited & happy to welcome the cast & crew!