I belong to the post Bullock Cart generation. Heard of it but don�t know anything about it. But in my teenage days, the place we danced our minds off was the Slip Disc at Colaba next to the Radio Club. But that was only for jam sessions on Sundays between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., usually without my Mother�s knowledge. I came to know years later it was a wild place by night and also a pick up joint. During my college days, just before it closed down I could have gone dancing to the Blow Up at the Taj, but it was out of bounds. Mom wouldn�t have it. Studio 29, RG�s, 1900, Cellars, Piano Bar, were places I often went to, in the heady days of being newly married. I loved dancing. And these were super night clubs with a touch of class.

Came the turn of the new Millennium and things started to look different. New places done very differently, with very different kind of party people. Younger, a lot, lot, lot younger to start with. If you were in your 30s you felt odd, if you were in your 40s you were ancient, if you were 50 you were dead. The new breed was international. In their looks, dressing, mannerisms, even their style of dance forms. Since the last two years the party scene in Bombay is unrecognisable. With even the drug culture now becoming more rampant. Hashish seems tame by comparison. It�s �A� Class drugs now, cocaine, ecstasy, acid, liquid mushroom! Scary, when you realise it is gaining such popularity.

But that apart, it has never been this good for Bombay. Today there are definitely more options for the incurable party animal than ever before. Let the insomniacs rejoice. So many night clubs, lounges, bars, resto bars, coffee bars, hookah bars it would seem Bombay is losing count. Red Light, Insomnia, Poly Ester, Ra, Lush, Squeeze, Hawaiin Shack, Enigma. Provogue Lounge, Velocity, Ghetto, Bohemia, Busaba, Toto�s Garage Pub, Purple Haze, Rain, Myst, Copa Cabana, Taxi, Vie, Velvet lounge and so many others.

UpperCrust commissioned Arpana Sarup, a regular party girl, to do a round up on all the happening places in town.

Polly Esther�s
Retro music finally. All under one roof at its best. It�s become like a temple to people who love the 80's music.

D�cor- very flowery, funky and colorful.

Spread- lots of free cheese and masala popcorn! Try the fish fingers, paneer tikka and batter fried prawns.

What�s it on the pocket- Rs. 400 per head cover charge.

Music- back to school! Tons of the 80s classic hits, so if you're one from the flower power zamana, it's a must go. Madonna, Michael Jackson rock.

Who�s there- surprisingly lots of teeny boppers but weekends are perfect for any age group. Who doesn't like Summer of 69?

Sum it up- oh, it's my favorite! It's the best place if you wanna let loose and just have a blast. Don't even have to dress up!

Location- Gordon House Hotel. Battery Street Apollo Bunder, Colaba. Mumbai. Ph. 22871122

Enigma
They call it the filmi hangout. At the posh JW Marriot Hotel it�s famous for its private parties and fashion show launch parties.

D�cor- newly refurbished, the look is Spanish Latino. Huge chandeliers adorn the ceiling.

Spread- heavy snacks but go for the Italian.

What's it on the pocket- Rs. 800 full cover but take a date on weekends or you end up paying double for stags.

Music- primarily Bollywood. We can't complain. It's the rage now!

Who�s there- 100 per cent filmi duniya. It's a great place for catching apna filmdom in action.

Sum it up- fun, frolic and tamasha! What do you expect with every actor/actress heading there?

Location- JW Marriot Hotel. Juhu. Mumbai - 49. Ph- 56933000 .

Insomnia
South Bombay�s hip and happening night spot. Be sure to find a good blend of ages there and rest assured of a great time.

D�cor- spacious and ultra modern. Lots of room to just chill out if you�re not hitting the floor.

Spread- a great snack menu if you like the good things in life. Smoked salmon, camembert wontons.

What's it on the pocket- Rs. 1000 per head. Entry is a cover charge.

Music- retro, Hip hop and lots of Bollywood. DJ Akhtar rocks your world.

Who�s there- a good mix of age groups so don't worry you can head there with your parents too! Sum it up- great �coz you�re in five star comfort. Weekends get packed so head early.

Location - Taj Mahal hotel, Apollo Bunder. Mumbai. Ph- 56653366

Squeeze
North Mumbai has reason to celebrate with this new night spot that recently opened. The food is great as is the music so you don't mind the drive.

D�cor- very inviting sofas and pebbled pathways look through glass walls to the club inside. A cascading waterfall frames the bar, a flight of stairs leads to the exclusive members lounge.

Spread- you can�t go wrong with the Khyber food so it�s their menu all the way!

What�s it on the pocket- Rs. 600 per head full cover.

Music- hip hop, Bollywood and dance. The dance floor is a riot on weekends.

Who�s there- Bombay�s hot shot Bollywood stars have had their parties there so you can be sure to spot a sexy Khan!

Sum it up- finally Bandra has its own rocking night club. It�s doing great and you sure want to head there on Saturdays.

Location- 5 Rd, Sv Rd. Opp Regency Banquet Hall. Khar west. Bandra. Mumbai. Ph- 26489311

RA
New to Mumbai it�s become a rage pretty fast. Mostly playing Bollywood numbers it's the new place to party on Sunday evening.

D�cor - lots of plants, mirrors and high ceilings give it a hip, chilled out look.

Spread- Lebanese and Italian are their forte. Try the Shawarmas.

What it on the pocket- entry is Rs. 800 per head cover charge.

Music- DJ Amit plays your latest Hindi numbers mixed with hip hop and retro. Dance on the tables bindaas.

Who�s there- South Bombay bling bling crowd with lots of sexy little models. Spot a star there for sure.

Sum it up- the latest hot spot to party on Sundays! Brunches go on till midnight.