JOHNNY'S BLOG - 2

God’s     Own Angel      -      Who’s on CLOUD 9 -   T ANSEN OR     B EETHOVEN   ! Music is to the soul what bread is to body health. It enriches life, endears one to God, enlivens one's spirit, refreshes the mind, exercises the body and mind. No form of music is as enriching as the Indian Classical forms that have a note for every mood of life, with as deep knowledge in theory and practice. It rained when he was singing….!! Megh Malhar is a Hindustani classical raga . The name derives from the Sanskrit word Megh, meaning cloud. Legends say that this raga has the power to bring out rain in the area where it is sung.   The origin of the belief dates back to the Mughal Era, and the story relates to one of Akbar’s Nine Jewels in his court, namely, Tansen.   Almost exactly in the centre of India is a town called Gwalior . In this town is the tomb of Tansen , one of the greatest musicians who ever lived. Cloud ...

Alas !       It's Crazy, Stupid, Love and Euphoria       Crazy, Stupid, Love is a 2011 Warner Bros. Hollywood blockbuster movie starring handsome prince charming Ryan Gosling and stunningly beautiful Emma Stone in the lead roles. The lead pair’s onscreen chemistry is awesome. Emma Stone won numerous awards for her role in the movie, and Ryan Gosling was nominated for several awards, including a Golden Globe Award for best actor.  It is a smart, sophisticated Rom-com drama . If you like romantic comedies, then you will love this movie.                                        Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone   Before the synopsis of the movie, a few thoughts of mine on romantic love. A handsome pay packet from a decent corporate job, well-accomplished kids and a wife who is a high school sweetheart or a college mate - from best friends to partn...