This question is based on the chapter “Poets and Pancakes” by Asokamitran. In the story, the author describes the make-up room of Gemini Studios.
Step 1: Understand the description.
The make-up room is described as having bright lights, mirrors, and people constantly engaged in grooming and applying make-up. The atmosphere resembled that of a busy salon.
Step 2: Analyze the options.
(A) Beautiful room: The description focuses more on activity and appearance rather than beauty.
(B) Messy room: The room is active and crowded, but it is not specifically described as messy.
(C) Hair cutting salon: This is correct because the make-up room with mirrors and grooming activities resembled a salon.
(D) None of these: Since option (C) matches the description, this option is incorrect.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Therefore, the make-up room looked like a hair cutting salon. The correct answer is (C).
Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{(C) \, \text{Hair cutting salon}}
\]