Of happy bonds, travel and movie magic

July 05, 2014 06:32 pm | Updated 06:35 pm IST

A. Sivakumar  Photo: K. Ananthan

A. Sivakumar Photo: K. Ananthan

A. Sivakumar, 47

Owner, Adventure Shoppe

What is your most prized possession?

My silver metallic Qualis bought in 2004. I feel confident whenever I drive it.

If you were granted a wish what would it be?

I would want youngsters to understand the value of money and spend it only on things that are absolutely necessary, instead of using it frivolously.

Your biggest fear?

A day when we might run out of quality organic food because of the increased usage of pesticides and fertilisers

What does happiness mean to you?

Staying connected with society through my every day activities, and contributing in some way to it.

If you could what would you undo?

Unethical and unhappy relationships. So many youngsters get conned into such bonds without realising the terrible consequences.

Aparna Sunku, 41

Stylist

What is your most prized possession?

My smile.

If you were granted a wish what would it be?

I wish I could travel around the world to some exotic locations. And it would be even greater if I could do it at someone else’s expense!

Your biggest fear?

I think I have overcome most fears. I live by the day. And I move on. But, may be, if I have to fear something it would be backstabbing. That's something I truly fear.

What does happiness mean to you?

Having a great time with family and friends.

If you could, what would you undo?

My father’s untimely death when he was only 38. I wish he had lived a lot longer. But, even today, we all remember him and the happiness he showed us.

Arul Saravanan, 41

Chief Marketing Officer, SCM Garments, and quizzer

What is your most prized possession?

My sons Dhanush Karthik and Rishivanth. After a long day at work, I look forward to getting back home to them.

If you were granted a wish what would it be?

Talk a lot at home as my wife Chandrika’s only grouse against me is that I don’t talk at all. Also, being able to eat anything without putting on weight.

Your biggest fear?

Flying. Even though I travel a lot, this fear is inbuilt. It has only increased with age.

What does happiness mean to you?

A lazy day where I play, eat, spend time with family, and attend a CQC quiz. Also, a FDNS of Rajinikanth and Vijay’s movies.

If you could what would you undo?

I studied engineering, though I wanted to be a veterinary doctor. I would like to undo that. But, I think fate pushed me to engineering. I met my wife there!

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