Shruti Dargan writes on art and music, for the daily Entertainment & Lifestyle supplement, HT City
Articles by Shruti Dargan
You dine, they play
You might have enjoyed the performance of a live band while relishing a meal with friends at a restaurant, but how about if you also get to judge the act?
Updated on Jul 28, 2012 01:20 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
Enjoy my magic, don’t speculate: Cyril Takayama
He can behead himself, pull out stuff from billboards, hang in the air, and even pull out money from fountains. And, American-Japanese magician Cyril Takayama, likes to call himself a magician and not an illusionist.
Updated on Jul 01, 2012 12:34 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
Ready for a big dose of music?
Get ready to watch 12 music producers and 200 artists croon and jam on television in one of the most awaited shows.
Updated on Jun 25, 2012 12:32 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
‘Desi kids ain’t no rappers’
Says international Punjabi rapper Bohemia, referring to youngsters in India and Pakistan.
Updated on Oct 26, 2012 06:49 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan Shruti Dargan, Mumbai
Delhi was great fun: DJ Mux Mool
Says American DJ Mux Mool after enthralling the city crowd; also talks about his music and love for Indian food.
Updated on Jun 22, 2012 01:03 AM IST
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Dance is life to me: Remo
Choreographer Remo D’Souza on dance, judging and his next film.
Updated on Jun 22, 2012 12:17 PM IST
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One pound for Brits, crores for Bollywood
British celebrities who will be performing at the closing ceremony of the London Olympics this July are receiving just one pound (Rs 85) as payment. Bollywood stars, on the other hand, continue to charge crores for acts at events of national importance. Are our stars too greedy?
Updated on Jun 12, 2012 12:05 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
I love Delhi’s energy: David Broza
Israeli-American singer-guitarist, David Broza, is enjoying his stay in the Capital; says he will visit India again soon.
Updated on May 26, 2012 01:13 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
Meet the ‘raga pianist’
While most piano players specialise in the genres of Western classical, jazz or even Indian film music, 19-year-old Utsav Lal is known for his unique rendition of Hindustani classical music on the piano.
Updated on Apr 07, 2012 01:25 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
India is home to me: Sharon Mathai
Sharon Mathai, a current Indian-origin contestant on The Voice 2, gets chatty about her style of music, the show and her love for India.
Updated on Apr 04, 2012 01:41 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
When David Guetta took over
David Guetta proved why he’s the No 1 DJ in the world, when he performed at the HUDA grounds, Gurgaon on Friday night. His energy on the console transferred to a crowd of about 6,500 people, who danced non-stop to his groovy beats
Updated on Mar 11, 2012 12:55 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
Pakistani band performs in Delhi
When Javed Bashir and Mekaal Hasan Band (MHB) recently performed in the FICCI auditorium in the Capital, the audiences swayed along to their soulful melodies. The Pakistan-based band and ex-band member, Bashir, had come together for a concert organised by the Indian Council for Cultural relations and NGO, Routes-2 Roots.
Updated on Jan 18, 2012 12:56 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
I don’t know what’s next: Koel Purie Rinchet
TV show host Koel Purie Rinchet talks about her pregnancy, and the last episode of her talk show.
Updated on Dec 31, 2011 01:56 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
Noah Wyle to play Steve Jobs
Actor Noah Wyle talks about his new television show, Falling Skies, and rumours of him playing Steve Jobs.
Updated on Dec 26, 2011 01:18 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
A rich dose of heritage
Udaipur can be a great winter holiday destination for its scenic beauty, rich culture and pleasant weather
Published on Dec 08, 2011 12:34 PM IST
Shruti Dargan, Udaipur
Udaipur, a great winter holiday destination
A rich dose of heritage Udaipur can be a great winter holiday destination for its scenic beauty, rich culture and pleasant weather.
Updated on Dec 08, 2011 04:22 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
Pitbull disappoints Indian fans
Pitbull was to perform with international names such as singers Enrique Iglesias, Jennifer Lopez and Brazilian model Adriana Lima — but when he finally showed up four-and-a-half-hours late — he was all alone.
Updated on Dec 04, 2011 12:55 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
Hollywood blackout in India?
Delhi youngsters who hopped theatres in the hopes of catching James Franco-Freida Pinto starrer Rise of the Planet of the Apes, were left disappointed. The film, which is number one on international charts didn’t make it to India’s multiplexes.
Updated on Aug 09, 2011 12:08 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bansal and Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
Celebrating with pride
Colourful masks, drum beats and jubilant dancing lit up Saturday evening in the heart of the city. Hundreds of people from the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) community gathered at Jantar Mantar, to celebrate the second anniversary of the High Court verdict decriminalising gay sex among consenting adults in India.
Updated on Jul 04, 2011 12:25 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
Rap and roll
City youngsters partied hard and grooved to power hip-hop on Saturday, as T-Pain, the multi-Grammy Award winning rapper, songwriter and producer, performed at the popular nightclub, Quantum, in Noida.
Updated on Jun 21, 2011 12:58 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
Film team flattered by copycat Beyonce
Beyonce Knowles’s video for her new single, Run The World (Girls), has left a question mark on the international pop singer’s originality.
Updated on Jun 17, 2011 01:54 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
A rap-ta on their faces!
Imran Khan is busy killing the controversies created by his July 1 release Delhi Belly.
Updated on Jun 15, 2011 01:48 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
High on music
It was a true feast for music lovers when a melange of diverse artists got together to create magic on stage.
Updated on Jun 15, 2011 01:49 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
Delhi, you are all party animals
After the fiasco of the Bryan Adams concert in February, the city finally got its big party as Senegalese-American pop star Akon enthralled a jam-packed audience in Gurgaon on Saturday night.
Updated on Apr 18, 2011 12:43 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
A campus favourite
When it comes to finding the hot and happening crowd of DU, two places top the list — North Campus and South Campus. Just like its big brother in the North, the South Campus — marked by the popular Satya Niketan market — is no less.
Updated on Apr 16, 2011 02:11 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
Vroom with quite a view
The Capital got a taste of some royal regalia over the weekend as the winner of the Cartier Travel with Style Concours event was announced.
Updated on Mar 16, 2011 12:18 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
It’s a ladies’ day out!
It was all about tinkling glasses and shaking a leg at the ladies lunch hosted by restaurateur Ala Madhu at the F Grill & Lounge to celebrate the 100th International Women’s Day.
Updated on Mar 13, 2011 01:27 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
Where to watch the world cup
Live screenings, chilled beer, great discounts and all the madness of the World Cup — here’s a look at places offering this and more.
Updated on Feb 19, 2011 12:26 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Damini Purkayastha, Namya Sinha, Aakriti Sawhney, Vaishali Bhambri, Shruti Dargan Design: Saras Kamal, Rip Kumar Saikia, New Delhi
Dons of the dance floor
Meet the members of the Choreography Society of DU’s Sri Venkateswara College.
Updated on Feb 12, 2011 02:29 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi
Stray corners
The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) has put up boards in some residential colonies marking areas that are ‘Stray Dogs Feeding Sites.’
Updated on Jan 12, 2011 02:12 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shruti Dargan, New Delhi