Late Latifs

As winter sets in and the morning gets darker by the day, we are witnessing a peculiar phenomenon. The incidence of late-coming is on the rise. Even Nahid Khan, Bapu Rane and Razia Khan who were known for their punctuality, have begun to show up behind schedule. Of course, by the end of the exercises, we manage to muster a complement of 20-odd members. But most of them are regretfully, late latifs.
Today, only the Babani couple, Kishor and Renu had landed before their usual time. By the time the exercises were to start, we were barely half-a-dozen in the Garden. None of the so-called ‘teachers’ who conduct the exercises were present. Eventually, a reluctant Sunita Jajodia had to be dragged into the ring to set the ball rolling – till Razia turned up and took charge.
What is it about winter mornings that keep people longer in bed than usual? When you have to get up in any case and trot up to the Garden, you might as well do so in good time. Srichand Arora cut an odd picture (right) today by absenting himself during the exercises but strangely enough, showing up to buy milk near the Garden gate. He tried his best to evade detection – looking unrecognizable as it was in never-seen-before peacock green singlet and shorts – but ultimately, could not escape the eye of the camera.
Meanwhile, the ladies of the Club kept their appointment with Ranbir Kapoor and his latest starrer, Rockstar (above). After much planning and dithering, Renu and Kajal Babani, Monthi Serrao and Bhaswati Bose caught up with the noon show at the neighboring Cinemax multiplex. Their next target is Vidya Balan – The Dirty Picture, releasing December 2.
Renu Babani:
The dark, gloomy morning is a real put off to get up and reach the Garden on time. Hats off to those who are in the habit of reaching early and sticking to their routine, no matter what the weather may be. The late comers -- well, let's be happy that they make the effort to attend the exercise sessions, in comparison to those who don't come at all. The movie was good and the credit goes to Ranbir Kapoor who carried the movie on his shoulders. We ladies had fun being together, chatting and laughing at the slightest comments amongst us. The movie was followed by lunch at the mall before we headed home. Yes, next month another outing and we shall have fun once more!