Karen David is not your average “girl next door.” This exotic star has everything you’ve been looking for: talent, sex appeal star quality that shines through everything she puts her passion to. The stylish actress, singer, and songwriter’s budding career has been going from strength to strength. Born in Shillong, at the foot of the Himalayas and raised in Toronto, Canada, by a half Chinese/Khasi mother and a father from Chennai, the ever-alluring Karen was never one to be confined by the expected boundaries.

Karen has been back in the studio in L.A recently, writing additional songs for her album project with Qura Rankin, and also in London with Paul Barry and Carl Ryden. Her debut album is in production and features collaborations with an A-list team that includes the beautiful, eclectic Bombay Dub Orchestra (Garry Hughes and Andrew T Mackay), and songwriter-producers Johnny Douglas, Rob Wells, Damian Legassick, Andy Bradfield and, of course, A R Rahman. The breathtakingly original songs marry her velvet smooth voice and quirky insights, set against an exotic backdrop that could only have been painted by Karen David. Her “Live Sessions” EP received critical acclaim, and her much anticipated album will show off what KD is all about.

So what’s next for Karen? Check out Karen’s exclusive interview with Karen David and you’ll find out

A picture is worth a thousand words.

Sure we have all heard of that phrase, but how many of us really live by it? That’s right, not a lot of us do. But hey, it’s understandable. We all have busy lives, who has time to take pictures all the time? One person that who does make time in his buys life for pictures is Tapan Patel. This guy lives and breathes photography! His passion has paid off big time! Tapan is an astounding photographer! His photography skills caused my jaw to drop and being a professional photographer as well, it is easier for me to pick out flaws in pictures. To my eye Tapan’s pictures are absolutely flawless. He manages to capture the most beautiful of scenes, whether they are still life photos or of live subjects, Tapan manages to bring a sense of tranquility to the picture; it’s almost as if the picture came to life.

I personally had the chance to sit down with him and have a one-on-one, heart-to-heart chat with him. So what can I say to describe him for you guys? Hmmm…

HARDWORKING: Tapan has only been in the professional photography industry for about a year now and he has already accomplished one of his biggest goals out there. That’s right folks, Mr. Tapan J. Patel was right there beside myself and the lovely Miss Tirusha Dave taking fashion photos of the models at the one and only, oh-so-famous Couture Fashion Show! Not only was he there, but he was, and I kid you not when I say this, he was actually lying down on his side taking pictures!

DETERMINED: For someone to go from being an ordinary, everyday Joe-Schmoe to professional photographer, Tapan has really make photography his passion. Everywhere he…

“Baby are you down down, down, down, down…”

It’s amazing how quickly that line caught everyone’s attention and became one of the most popular songs in such a short amount of time. The credit goes to none other than Jay Sean. This talented 28 year old has done it again, once again coming out with a super hit song that is on the tip of everyone’s tongue.

Released on May 31, 2009 “Down” instantly became a popular hit song jumping the charts from #60 to #6 in just two weeks! On iTunes “Down” went from entry level on the charts to the #2 song! This is a phenomenal feat but it is no surprise. Let’s be honest, Jay Sean has created nothing short of outstanding music.

With hit songs such as “Stolen” and “Eyes on You” it was no shock that Jay Sean would once again WOW the world with his melodic voice. I had the lifetime of the opportunity to sit down and talk with Cash Money’s recently signed artist and it was nothing short of fun, fun, fun (ok…I need to stop singing things to the tune of ‘Down’)!

Currently you are signed to Cash Money Records. Before getting signed you knew of other artists who were part of the label. Did you ever think that you’d be in the studio with Lil Wayne and recording a song together?
Of course not…when people say ‘did you think’ and ‘did you do that’ you really don’t ever think that it would happen…I think the fact that it happened to me it was a moment where I went ‘what is going on?’

Shoplifting, the art of taking merchandise from a store without paying for it, or if I put it in blunt terms; it’s stealing. Lately, shoplifting has gotten easier and easier. Even though store owners put up security cameras to monitor what is going on throughout the entire store, people still manage to successfully steal. The greatest advantage for shoplifting is for young shoplifters.

Yup, teenage boys and girls have now entered the world of petty crimes.

Teenagers have it easy when it comes to stealing. Many kids walk into stores after school. They can easily stuff merchandise into their backpacks and purses. Large pocketbooks and huge handbags are the latest craze. Young girls can easily pretend to be looking for something in their purse and slip products in. Large handbags are not the only things that have become popular today; baggy clothing has also become popular as well. Boys like to wear baggy pants with lots of pockets. These pockets provide places for small items to hide away from the store clerk’s sight.

The generation of tomorrow has a lot of potential. Let’s just hope, for the sake of all store owners that the future of tomorrow uses their talents for something OTHER than shoplifting.

The wait is over as iQ releases his album “The Rebirth” on a very auspicious day. In our recent interview with him, he stated, “The.Rebirth is 15 tracks of pure adrenaline. It’s something that basically came outta nowhere…like a wild fire. It describes everything I’m about – everything I’ve been through – good and hood.  Hard hitting baselines sprinkled w/ the Desi flavor. Clean lyrics with powerful messages.”

On the day of India’s independence, iQ releases his anticipated album and we hope that you guys log onto his website and check out “The Rebirth.” It’s got a very different feel to it and a sound for all lovers of music.

Be sure to check back with Bravura at the end of the month as we’ll be debuting iQ’s music video for his track, “Chura Liya” — remember, you heard all this from us first

Sex sells.

There’s no lie about that.

Advertising and sex have been tied together since advertising became a big business. The use of sexually suggestive images to sell just about everything really emphasizes the point that sex is a merchandiser’s best friend.

One of the most popular ways of advertising is through magazines. Famous clothing companies and makeup companies use magazines as a perfect way to sell their products. However, advertisements are getting more and more erotic. Nowadays it is getting near impossible to find an advertisement that does not have a double meaning.

Now when it comes to using sex to sell, Victoria’s Secret is #1 at marketing and branding their merchandise because of sex. I don’t think we even need to prove that with an image, but just for all you guys out there, this is what their normal catalog covers look like – yes, you’d be incline to buy something from there for your girl, hoping, that she’ll look at sexy as the cover model…Hmmm….

Ladies and gentlemen, let me introduce you to Nisha Kataria. Trust me when I say this folks, there is a lot of talent packed into this young diva. Born on May 9, 1986, this young superstar has not even celebrated her 24^th birthday and she is already so well known across the world. She was first recognized at the tender age of three when this outgoing child would perform in front of anyone. Yes you heard right; this vivacious little superstar never passed up an opportunity to perform. What a ham.

So late this evening, I had no intention of writing this article, but I got an immediate text from my Editor-In-Chief, and it was a 911 priority! We had to be one of the first to give you all this exclusive!

You know that everyone is on the Bollywood-tip — whether it’s musically, fashionably, or just straight up stepping into a Bollywood movie — people want in on what India has to offer!

Now let’s take a trip down memory lane. For all my Disney fans out there [and don't lie, you know you watch some shows on there ]…do you remember the Bollywood-inspired ‘Cheetah Girls: One World’ India special? Not only were the clothes they were amazing, but also their dance steps were one of a kind too! I think you know where I’m headed with this!

So now that you’re thinking…do you remember back in the 2009 Oscars there was a lavish presentation of Bollywood & Hollywood together? Musical masters John Legend and A.R. Rahman shared the stage together, alongside Bollywood dancers, dholi’s and much more!

Well that lovely dance sequence was choreographed by none other than, Rujuta Vaidya!

Since appearing as a principal dancer in music video for “Be Easy (Koi Naa)”, Nikita Patel moved back up to the Bay Area and joined a Bollywood dance company – Mona Sampath Dance Company. She’s been a professional dancer and instructor with the company, as well as heavily involved in the marketing of the company. Recently, she performed for Shahrukh Khan during his visit to California, where he jumped in with the dancers during the second half of their performance. She was also working as the Marketing Intern for Dance Jam, an Internet start-up co-founded by MC Hammer, where Nikita help to bring dancers of the world together through launching online dance contests with popular music artists such as The New Boyz, Ciara, Ne-Yo, and Britney Spears.

But now she’s hit the jackpot! Nikita Patel is going to be featured in an animated commercial because of the Esurance Bollywood Casting Call contest – I recently had the chance to interview this glamour goddess and she was nothing short of a pleasure to be with!

Nikita asserted that the five words to describe her the best are “sanguine, spitfire, vivacious, zealous and animated” – no pun intended with the last one of course! She surely lives up to all five and doesn’t let a moment go by when people can’t experience any side of Ms. Nikita Patel

She went onto say, “Dance is more than just a hobby, job, or passion nowadays…It’s become a way of life, thus impossible for me to NOT being a dancer! I eat, sleep, and breathe it to the max. It may sound uber cheesy, but dance is the beat of my heart and the bounce in my step.“

But who am I to say anything — just check out my…

Going on vacation, whether it’s with the kids, your boys, or a weekend-getaway with the girls, the most important part of any trip is the hotel. It’s the place where we’ll wine & dine, and rest our feet after a long night of dancing at the local clubs or hiking in the rainforest trails. I love to travel, but I sure as heck can’t afford some of these amazing ‘heavens on Earth,’ that I’m about to share with you!

This was the summer of all summers! The weather was hot, the oceans were rockin’ with good surf waves, and the beaches were loaded with cute, single guys (what else did you expect me to say?!).

I made a list of my Top 10 hotels from around the world and have started my international getaway! You better check-in before it gets to late!