A New Dimension to Don

Don ko pakadna mushkil hi nahin,namumkin hai (It’s not just tough to nab Don; it’s impossible)”. This signature dialogue came in handy when Farhan Akhtar,known for his wit,had to explain Shah Rukh Khan’s absence at the launch of the 3D promo of Don 2 on Monday. The filmmaker’s next directorial project,Don 2 — the sequel to his remake of the classic — is hugely anticipated. While the promo was launched along with his production Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’s release,the 3D version of the new promo will hit the screens along with Khan’s upcoming release,Ra.One. Akhtar came with Ritesh Sidhwani,his partner in Excel Entertainment. Rumours have it that Akhtar was unhappy that Khan has been focussing entirely on his film. Though Akhtar admitted that Khan’s absence can be attributed to the hectic promotional plans for Ra.One,he clarified,“Shah Rukh will be completely involved with the promotions of Don 2 after his film’s release.”

An action-packed sequence,the promo is indeed adding to the look of Don 2. However,it was not always a part of the plan. “We thought of it during post-production,” he added. He refused to divulge details regarding the film,requesting everyone to wait until Ra.One’s release.

Heart of the Matter

After launching a limited edition scarf and a special collection of saris,the French luxury brand,Hermes,is now all set to celebrate its annual theme of “Contemporary artisan since 1837”. On November 26 and 27,the brand will screen a documentary,Hearts and Crafts,at its Mumbai store. Made by documentary maker Frédéric Laffont along with stylist and journalist Isabelle Dupuy-Chavanat,the film throws light on the men and women who bring the Parisian house’s objects to life. Be it the story of the saddler and the leather craftsperson or the crystal and glassmaker,the film claims to pay homage to the luxury brand’s craftsmanship. If this is not enough to indulge the curiosity in you,there will also be an Hermès artisan present to demonstrate the crafting of small leather goods.