Josh's Canada jaunt (Chetan Hansraj)

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Sasha's Canada jaunt
By: Tushar Joshi
September 5, 2005

tushar.joshi@mid-day.com

Inside the church of Ntre Dame

Canada is like a mini Mumbai," says Chetan Hansraj on his return from Montreal after attending the Indian Day parade held there.

The actor, who plays Garv in Kkusum (Sony), was invited to be part of the annual parade.

Gujju land

I was shocked to see the number of Gujaratis in Montreal. If I didn't know I was in Canada, it would have looked like Matunga.

The people there are so patriotic and loving, it was heartbreaking to come back. I left for Canada

Leading the Indian Day parade

on the 19th and the parade festivities started on the 21st.

I love my India

During the parade, all the Indians come out on the street in colourful, traditional outfits.

They sing and dance on popular film songs as well as patriotic songs.

Chetan with a horse buggy in Old Montreal

The atmosphere is very lively and joyous.

Europe darshan

A lot of old Montreal has architecture like Europe — stone walls, beautiful churches and huge gardens.

I was surprised to see that everyone in Canada recognizes me as Garv (Kkusum) and not Sasha (Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii). Kkusum is a huge hit there, and they kept asking me about what will happen next on

At the C N tower in Montreal

the show.

Off to Malaysia

I am leaving for Malaysia tonight. Being a part of Fear Factor is something I am really looking forward to.

I love the outdoors and sports, so I hope there's scope to try a hand at both.

tushar.joshi@mid-day.com

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