Verve's undisputed power cover girl, India's highest paid, most in-demand actor

Verve's undisputed power cover girl, India's highest paid, most in-demand actor; international face of the country; recipient of a myriad film awards and the big daddy of them all, a Padma Shri, reminds me of a little girl on a Ferris wheel - spinning ever upwards, almost out of control in the frenzy of her life. Today, she is closeted in her vanity van at N. D. Studio in Karjat with make-up artist, Ojas. She is busy putting on a face, which to me seems so unnecessary! Earlier, fresh countenanced, tired-eyed but oh so beautiful, she had made flash decisions on gowns (no saris); colours (out with that dull mauve) and silhouettes. The world's most beautiful woman (so says Julia Roberts!) standing there in black tights and silver-and-white tee, could have slipped into anything and looked like a million bucks. She is small, slim and graveeyed and I remember reading that these, her most outstanding feature, have been donated already to science. She was not in the best of moods, struggling to control diva-esque tendencies - probably triggered by yet another unnecessary controversy, this time at Cannes, hanging over her head like a cloud of bad hair. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is ready to shoot but only on her own terms. And, no, she has too much on her mind today to commit to a chat.

The wind blows dry and hot on director Vipul Shah's set of Action Replay, featuring a re-creation of South Bombay in the hip 1970s. Being India's foremost leading lady is hard work. Juggling schedules, make-up, costumes, cover shoot, camera roll - and they haven't even started yet; the shoot scheduled to finish at 5 a.m. and lead Akshay Kumar, nowhere in sight. (And, did I mention, there's no time here for an interview!) I realize later, when she does manage to squeeze in a conversation, that the country's most glamorous celebrity works her trim butt off - and she truly believes in what she is doing. And this could be key to understanding Aishwarya and her reality. She is an idea, a dream that somehow fits into society's fantasies about itself. But it is hard to overestimate her significance in the reels of Bollywood culture. She is famous and not just in this country, of all women perhaps only less so than Sonia Gandhi herself and daughter Priyanka.

Interviewing Aishwarya is like prying open a floodgate. Pinned down another day, she is ready to give it her all, while firmly guarding her privacy. "Each year I am thinking it (her schedule) will ease up. It is the choices I make and the filmmakers I work with who are extremely passionate about their craft, demanding, in a positive way, in terms of detailing, in terms of preparation, plans and discussions prior to going ahead with filming...that involves a lot of participation which I enjoy the most...along with the companies I am involved with in terms of endorsements...." By all accounts, the former model and Miss World (1994) today commands a price of Rs 6 crore a film, the highest paid to any female actor in Bollywood and takes home around Rs 1 billion from advertising assignments annually. Certainly makes it 'worth it'.

There is a collective intake of breath as she makes an entry in a clinging red Shahab Durazi gown with large shoulder bow, looking for all the world like a girl on her prom night out, all wrapped up and ready to go. I notice a photographer's assistant roll his eyes, blown away by her raw appeal. She is electric before the camera, her obvious fatigue dispelled by the lens. She trips, she turns, she pouts and through it all she chatters with celebrity cameraman, Atul Kasbekar. From Marathi jokes to football scores and cricket, she is game for it all. And as the mood gets intense, she is like an animal, each muscle and nerve twitching, contorting into herself, radiating energy so that every man and woman there can feel goose pimples rise - like a contortionist thrilling her audience. And then, with that famous giggle which really is not a giggle at all but a stomachturning sound, she is gone with a wave of her hand with the ring that she never takes off (there is a bangle too), and the heightened energy waves immediately ebb.
From:movies.indiainfo.com

Shilpa Shetty will be at the heart of the Bollywood fun

Monday 6th July will see Lord’s, The Home of Cricket, host a spectacular Twenty20 cricket match between the Rajasthan Royals, winners of the inaugural Indian Premier League, and the reigning English Twenty20 Champions, the Middlesex Panthers. The match, taking place in aid of The British Asian Trust, one of The Prince’s Charities, is set to include some of the most exciting international and home-grown cricketing talent, with Bollywood festivities during the interval between innings.

Rajasthan Royals co-owner, model and Bollywood darling, Shilpa Shetty will be at the heart of the Bollywood fun and is inviting willing participants to join her. She will be on the hunt for Mr and Miss Bollywood. The lucky pair will have the opportunity to win a walk-on role in Shetty’s forthcoming film, and will be picked from amongst the crowd. The competition is open to all and Bollywood fans will have to dress to impress to ensure that they are in with a chance to win the opportunity of a lifetime.

The successful pair will be flown to India and given a chance to taste the film star lifestyle. The winners will be picked only from the crowd at Lord’s, so for all budding Bollywood actors and actresses it’s essential to attend this exciting contest. Tickets are now on sale through the M.C.C. ticket office

From:www.bollywoodmantra.com

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Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty, a die-hard fan of King of Pop Michael Jackson,

Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty, a die-hard fan of King of Pop Michael Jackson, says she was taken aback at the news of the singer’s demise but his music will immortalise him.

“I woke up to the most devastating news of Michael Jackson passing away. I just sank in my chair… words can’t express my emotions because I am a huge huge fan of his.

“He was an icon who lead an extraordinary life. I admired him for constantly reinventing himself and for converting me into a pop lover after ‘Thriller’. His music will immortalise him,” the actress posted om her blog shilpashettylive.com.

Jackson died Thursday due to a cardiac arrest in his Los Angeles home.

Shilpa got to know the legend’s brother Jermaine during her stint on Britain’s reality show “Big Brother” and says that she was lucky to here a lot about Jackson from him.

“I was lucky to hear a lot about him from Jermaine who I got to know closely in the Big Brother house. It was sad how the press mercilessly shred him over issues that he got acquitted for at a later stage! He was a special soul – gods chosen one…there can never be another MJ,” she added.From:www.sindhtoday.net

Deepika is coming to inaugurates Swiss shop.

New Delhi: Braving the heat, hundreds of onlookers thronged the capital's Connaught Place area Thursday to catch a glimpse of Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone, who came to launch a new boutique of Swiss watch brand Tissot and its new range of watches.
The pressure of the crowd, who waited for almost an hour in the extreme heat to see the 23-year-old actress, was so much that even the elaborate flower decorations outside the store, came off the poles.

"I got to know that Deepika is coming to this shop. So I was waiting to catch a glimpse of her, but when she arrived the place got so jam-packed that I could not even see her face," said 18-year-old Anushka, who stood outside the store with two of her friends.

The crowd nearly broke into a stampede when the actress, wearing a short green dress, stepped in. However, neither few of the media persons inside the store nor most of the fans outside could see her well.

"I am here to cover the event but for a minute I thought that I would get crushed or suffocated due to the crowd," said a news channel reporter.

Deepika, who did not stay at the venue for more than 20 minutes, spoke about the new collection Sea-Touch by Tissot besides taking a few questions about her forthcoming film "Love Aaj Kal".

"'Love Aaj Kal' is an out and out romantic film. It talks about relations of the earlier times and relationships today. It talks of love that used to be and love that is today. It is a complete family film. I just hope that it does well since it is a great film and very special to me," she said.

"Love Aaj Kal" also stars Saif Ali Khan and has been directed by Imtiaz Ali of "Jab We Met" fame.
From:www.samaylive.com

Bollywood star Salman Khan is quite unhappy with Katrina

Mumbai: Bollywood star Salman Khan is quite unhappy with Katrina Kaif. Katrina and Salman managed to assure the world that they are still together after Katrina appeared on the latest episode of Dus Ka Dum, but it seems there are still some misunderstanding between the couple.

In the next coming flick New York, John Abraham has a bedroom scene with Sallu’s lady love Katrina Kaif and Salman is furious see the promos.

In the scene, the two are shown getting quite intimate with each other. At the same time, the music video of the song is already on the net and has become quite a sensation among Bollywood buffs.While her beau may not exactly be friends with John, Katrina seems pretty comfortable in cozying up to the hunk. And Sallu is not taking all these matter smoothly, sources claim.

From:www.duniyalive.com

Akshay Kumar for kisses in Kambakkht Ishq

Mumbai, June 24, 2009: Hollywood actress who won fame in 90s for her role as Bond girl, Denise Richards is heaping praise on Akshay Kumar for kisses in Kambakkht Ishq. The film is set to be released in the first week of July.The film has lots of masala for common movie goers. From great locations and actors and actress and scenes that may attract anyone the film has it all.

Most of the film has been shot in high quality and expensive Hollywood studios. Director Sabir Khan has tried to ensure that the film is biggest success of the season.

He is one of the few lucky directors in Bollywood. He got the chance to direct Akshay Kumar and Kareena Kapoor for his first movie Kambakht Ishq. And he has tried to impress one and all with his directorial skills.

Kambakhht Ishq is a big budget movie in Akshay Kumar’s career. Mostly Sabir Khan has shot this movie in Hollywood studios. Sabir Khan has shown his talent in posters and trailers designing also going by the Kambakkht Ishq wallpapers. If this movie becomes a good hit he will become a successful director in Bollywood.

In the meantime Former bond gild Denise Richards says Akshay Kumar is a good kisser. The two locked lips in yet to be released film Kambakkht Ishq. Akshay Kumar shares some intimate moments with the former bond girl.

The Bollywood star is the lead actor in the film with Kareena Kapoor. Several top Bollywood actors are also part of the film.

Akshay has been getting good words from actors and actresses in Bollywood. But this is the first time that a Hollywood actress has called him a good kisser.
From:www.khabrein.info

British actor Christian Bale,Terminator Salvation' star says he is fascinated by India.

British actor Christian Bale may not be familiar with Bollywood films but the 'Terminator Salvation' star says he is fascinated by India and hopes to visit the country.

"I seriously did not get a chance to witness Indian cinema but I have always been fascinated by the country and would love to visit India once in my lifetime," Bale said.

The actor, who stars as former freedom fighter John Connor in the fourth installment of the 'Terminator' franchise, is also impressed by fellow Brit Danny Boyle's 'Slumdog Millionaire'.

"Danny has done a commendable job in 'Slumdog Millionaire' and I will surely be a party to his projects if he comes up with interesting concept," said the 33-year-old actor.

Bale starrer action-thriller is being released in India by Sony Pictures this Friday. The film will be released in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.

From:www.indianexpress.com

Katrina Kaif is not your typical Bollywood heroine

Katrina Kaif is not your typical Bollywood heroine -- Kaif wasn't born in India and can barely speak Hindi.

But the 24-year-old with her heavily accented English broke the mould by becoming one of Bollywood's top draws.

From being derided for her inability to look Indian to becoming the most searched-for Indian celebrity on Google, Kaif has come a long way.

The actress spoke to Reuters about the journey.

Q: It's been more than four years since you entered the industry. Have you always got this kind of attention?

A: "No, you grow in the audience's awareness with every film. You can't come in with your first film and expect everyone to love you overnight. It happens to some people, but not to me. It's been a process -- from 'Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya' to 'Sarkar', to 'Humko Deewana Kar Gaye' to 'Namastey London', 'Welcome', 'Race', 'Singh is Kinng'. Some people like 'Namastey London', some liked 'Welcome', and you build on that."From;in.reuters.com

Actress Lara Dutta has reportedly joined Tennis player

Mumbai: Bollywood actress Lara Dutta has reportedly joined Tennis player Mahesh Bhupati for dating, at the same time the actress is still feeling insecure.

It’s not love front actually Lara’s much talked movie Blue is going to be released by Diwali, this year.

Though, Lara is the leading lady in the movie, but still she losing sleep over Katrina Kaif’s special appearance.

According to the industry sources, the actress is feeling threatened. Well, Blue release is quite far, Lara is enjoying Bhupathi’s closeness.

From:www.duniyalive.com

Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor,Kambakht Ishq movie

New Delhi - Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor, who is set to sizzle the screen in the much awaited Kambakht Ishq movie, is not only looking hot these days, but she is also seething with fury.

According to the grapevine buzz, when a reporter asked Kareena recently whether she is agreeable to doing nude scenes in the future, the actress walked off in a huff, leaving the media person shocked and speechless.

"Bebo was in the city recently to promote her upcoming movie Kambakht Ishq. During a press conference, when Bebo said that though her family was uncomfortable with her doing bikini scenes, yet she was willing to do anything if the script and the film demanded it, a tart reporter representing a Punjabi television channel cheekily asked her whether she would be willing to go totally nude before the camera too if the script demanded so. For a minute or so, Bebo was speechless and a hush fell over the conference. Then suddenly, Bebo got up and walked away, clearly showing that she would have nothing to do with reporters who lack discretion," an eyewitness said.

Meanwhile, Kareena seems to have gotten over her size zero figure and prefers to be curvy and beautiful. The sexy actress who sizzled the scene in Tashan, where she co-acted with her beau Saif Ali Khan, was recently spotted eating her heart out in a trendy Italian restaurant.

The actress, who donned mini skirts and hot pants in Tashan, reportedly went on a liquid diet to fit the role but raised health scares across Bollywood when her weight fell below 50 kg.

However, when her sizzling hot figure failed to make the Yash Raj produced movie a box office success, boyfriend Saif encouraged her to give up her obsession with a size zero figure.

Now the actress is looking more curvy than slim in Kambakht Ishq and has succeeded in raising the temperature by a few degrees with her new look in the movie.

Guess Bebo is all set to give Hollywood hottie Denise Richards, who does a cameo in the movie, a run for her money.

The much awaited Sajid Nadiadwala produced, Sabbir Khan directed movie, which stars Akshay Kumar in the leading role and has Hollywood hunks Sylvester Stallone and Brandon Routh in cameos, is slated for release on July 3.

From:www.ibtimes.com

Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan for allegedly making

The Bandra police has filed a case against bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan for allegedly making comments about Prophet Mohammad but the actor said it is a writing error and not a thought or view that he believes in.
"We have registered an FIR against Shah Rukh Khan after we received an application from an advocate who alleged that the actor made some statements hurting the sentiments of Muslims," senior police inspector of Bandra police station, Prakash George, told PTI.

The complaint was registered against Shah Rukh and the publisher of the magazine in which the purported remarks were published.

Complainant Khalid Babu Querishi alleged that in the July issue of the Time and Style magazine, Shah Rukh had used objectionable language against the Prophet which is unacceptable," George said.

The case was registered under section 295-a (deliberate and malicious acts intended to outrage religious sentiments) and 34 (acts done by several persons with common interest) of IPC.

In a message, the actorZCZC PRI GEN NAT .MUMBAI DEL91 SHAHRUKH SRK says 'writing error' : FIR filed against him Mumbai, Jun 19 (PTI)t Mohammad but the actor said it is a writing error and not a thought or view that he believes in.

"We have registered an FIR against Shah Rukh Khan after we received an application from an advocate who alleged that the actor made some statements hurting the sentiments of Muslims," senior police inspector of Bandra police station, Prakash George, told PTI.

The complaint was registered against Shah Rukh and the publisher of the magazine in which the purported remarks were published.

Complainant Khalid Babu Querishi alleged that in the July issue of the Time and Style magazine, Shah Rukh had used objectionable language against the Prophet which is unacceptable," George said.

The case was registered under section 295-a (deliberate and malicious acts intended to outrage religious sentiments) and 34 (acts done by several persons with common interest) of IPC.

In a message, the actor who is currently abroad shooting for Karan Johar's "My Name is Khan", said that there is no more important figure in history than Prophet Mohammad. "Being a Muslim and standing up for the tenets of Islam is my most important agenda," he said. PTI
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Jodha Akbar the winners of the coveted trophy IIFA

The 3 day weekend affair at Macau,China was filled with all glitz and glamour as Bollywood walked on the green carpet of the IIFA to the thunderous applause and screaming of their fans.


As the IIFA weekend came to a successful end, we bring to you the winners of the coveted trophy.


While Priyanka Chopra continued her 'Fashion' hat-trick by grabbing the Best Actress in a leading role award for her portrayal of a model's struggle in 'Fashion', Jodha Akbar spun its magic around once again as actor-director duo of Hrithik Roshan and Ashutosh Gowariker won the Best Actor in a leading role and Best Director award respectively for their blockbuster movie 'Jodha Akbar', which also collected the Best Movie award.


Arjun Rampal and Kangana Ranaut made their presence felt in the Best Actor and Best Actress in a supporting role categories for their movies 'Rock On' and 'Fashion' respectively, while co-star Farhan Akhtar rocked on his way to grab the 'Best Debutant-Male' award for Rock On and Ghajini babe Asin landed her hands on the 'Best Debutant-Female' award.


Abhishek Bachchan roped in the award for Best Actor in a Comic role for the hilarious movie 'Dostana' while Akshaye Khanna stamped his name on the Best Actor in a Negative Role for the thriller 'Race'.
From:india-forums.com

Not knowing a single word of the Quran, Bollywood hero John Abraham

Not knowing a single word of the Quran, Bollywood hero John Abraham, a Parsi, studied the holy book in a translation to prepare himself to play an NRI Muslim in Kabir Khan's "New York".

"It's part of my larger determination to prepare myself completely for a part. Whether it was 'New York' or now Abbas Tyrewala's film, I'm taking time off to prepare for the film and the character. The audience today understands an honest film. That's what I want to give," said Abraham.

Earlier John learnt to play the flute, the Sanskrit language and how to wear a dhoti to give his character, Narayan, conviction in Oscar-nominated " Water ", a film about the plight of widows in pre-Independence India.

"I only want to do roles that take me out of my comfort zone. Through my characters and performances, I want to make people comfortable with what makes me uncomfortable as a human being and an Indian," said Abraham, who believes that an actor has to break through his own stereotypes.

He tried to break his image by doing films like " Water ", " No Smoking " and " Kabul Express ".

Says one of Abraham's close friends of "New York": "He went very deep into the film's theme of Islamic isolation. When he shot ' Kabul Express ' with Kabir Khan in Afghanistan, John spoke to people....and began to understand the concept of jehad . He understood how dangerous it is to fight for a cause without knowing the history of that cause.

"He went on the net, found legitimate and proper translations of the Quran. He learnt the proper pronunciations of words in the Quran", the friend said.

In " New York ", Abraham plays a character who is wrongly detained in the US for terrorism.

"John researched rigorously on Islam and its various aspects. His character in ' New York ' is wrongly detained for terrorism. John based his character on three such real-life Muslims taken into custody in the US for wrongs they hadn't committed.

"John and Kabir Khan amalgamated the cases of three such unfortunate people to create John's character. He actually lived, breathed, slept and wept like someone who had been wrongly ostracized," said the friend.

So traumatized was the actor by the experience that he went into a complete shell in Philadelphia, where "New York" was shot.

"He wouldn't talk to people. He was completely in his own shell. It was a life-changing experience. Today, John knows what it feels to be a Muslim and a target of ceaseless suspicion and hostility in the US.

"He also empathizes closely with the issue of Indian students being racially abused in Australia after playing an Indian abused in 'New York'. He understands the isolation of the minority. To a large extent, John has been a part of a minority from his birth," said the friend.

Releasing June 26, the film also stars Katrina Kaif, Neil Nitin Mukesh and Irrfan Khan.
From:movies.indiatimes.com

The Canon Bollywood Shootout is a fun-filled game

The Canon Bollywood Shootout is a fun-filled game that takes the prospective player through the colourful characters and situations in Bollywood. Players now get to role-play paparazzi armed with Canon cameras to capture embarrassing, funny and adorable pictures of their most ‘desirable celebrities from the tinsel town’. Canon’s Cyber- paparazzi will get to experience features such as face detection, motion detection, blink detection, 20x optical zoom to get error free photographs. For every right image, the paparazzi would be awarded points.

Canon lets the player upload the cumulative score as an entry to a contest linked with the game. The top three scorers who have played and uploaded their scores between 12 June 2009 and 20 July 09 will win a Canon Powershot A480 camera worth Rs 8,995.

Speaking about the game, Alok Bharadwaj, senior vice president, Canon India, said, “The idea behind Canon Bollywood Shootout was to induce an extra bit of fun and excitement in the lives of our customers. It is for the first time that Canon is using this platform to get closer to its customers. Games2win was an obvious choice as they are highly reputed in this domain. The virtual platform not only helps us connect with our customers but also helps Canon technologies be understood by the users since the users almost get to use Canon cameras featured in the game.”

He further added, “To explain relevance of technology, we decided to use innovative, entertaining and involving activity for higher impact. This game will also be available on various networking websites like Orkut and Facebook. We expect 100,000 Web surfers to play this game and get a delight of Canon.”

Speaking about the game, Shunichi Senda, director, imaging communication products, Canon India, said, “The Canon Bollywood Shootout is not just giving us a chance to engage with photography enthusiasts but also with gamers. We are very excited to see the response we receive for the initiative. We are confident this initiative from Canon will bring us closer to our customers.”
From:www.efytimes.com

Bollywood actress ,Antara Mali

Actress Antara Mali and Che Kurien, editor of GQ magazine, have pulled off one of Bollywood's most secret weddings.

A blanket of secrecy surrounded the ceremony on Friday evening.

Insiders claim there was not even a hint of romance between the Bollywood actress and her husband, who has worked in organisations such as Reuters, Time Out Mumbai and The Indian Express, before joining GQ.

From:sify.com

Bollywood stars Minissha Lamba to cricketer S Sreesanth also joined

While a lot of Bollywood stars came down to Macau to make the event a Bollywood gala, cricketer S Sreesanth also joined the b-town celebs! However, looks like Sreesanth is busy combining business with pleasure. The player was recently seen playing a game of love with none other than beautiful lady, Minissha Lamba.


According to reports, on Day-2 of the IIFA vacation, actress Minissha Lamba and cricketer Sreesanth indulged in a rather candid public display of affection at the casino bar of the hotel holding all the guests.


First Sreesanth & Neil Nitin entered the casino around 3:30am and soon Minissha joined them. Sreesanth spent nearly two hours at the casino winning most of his gambles, but Neil lost heavily. Minissha was cheering him on every time he put his money on the roulette.Finally, after winning close to 3,000 HKD, the duo returned to bar and Neil left. That's when Minissha-Sreesanth started getting very cosy and started cuddling & smooching each other in the open with full public view and some even staring them.


Minissha was even singing with Sreenath provding music by tapping the table. The duo, are reported to be drunk and on a high, left the bar holding onto each other only after a final clinch and kiss.

IIFA award Amitabh Bachchan to Rajesh Khanna

Mumbai: At the glittering IIFA award ceremony at The Venetian, perhaps the biggest and most opulent hotel in Macau, the Bachchans dominated proceedings. While Aishwarya Rai Bachchan walked away with two awards -- Global Indian and Actress of the Decade, the show, that went on till almost three in the morning, was dotted with performances by Aishwarya and Abhishek Bachchan, besides Sonam Kapoor, Govinda and Sushmita Sen.

But the highlight of the event was when Amitabh Bachchan presented the Lifetime Achievement award to Rajesh Khanna. The two actors were considered not on talking terms for the longest time, after Amitabh took over as the Bollywood's biggest superstar. It was the first time in years that the two have even shared the stage together.

While there were three anchors -- Boman Irani, Ritesh Deshmukh and Lara Dutta --Boman stole the show with his excellent imitation of Anil Kapoor's pre-and-post Slumdog Millionaire phase. Boman also got the stars to play antakshari. Hrithik Roshan (who won Best Actor for Jodhaa Akbar) surprised everyone with his enthusiastic rendition of an old hit, 'Tere jaisa yaar kahaan, kahaan aisa yaarana..."

But the trio of anchors went overboard with gay jokes. Even Abhishek joined in, saying he is happily married but 'feeling gay tonight' (during his thank you speech after winning the best comic role for Dostana). The trend was started by Shah Rukh and Saif Ali Khan but gay humour might not be making everyone feel gay any more.

From:www.dnaindia.com

Akshay Kumar a new competitor in Shah Rukh Khan (SRK). Don 2, his forthcoming film

So far stunts seemed to have been reserved for Akshay Kumar the daredevil actor from India’s Hindi film industry called Bollywood. Stunts or daring actions in Indian films are mostly the handiwork of Akshay Kumar.

Others seem to be happy playing usually old Bollywood themes.

Shah Rukh Khan’s first Don film, Don - The Chase Begins Again, directed by Farhan Akhtar, was a remake of the blockbuster 1978 film, Don. The film was released in India on October 20, 2006 and it was also simultaneously released internationally.

It received a very good response worldwide, and collected over Rs. 30 crores in India in its first week itself. The script of the previous film was written by Akhtar's father, Javed Akhtar and Salim Khan.

The film stars Shahrukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Arjun Rampal, Ishaa Koppikar and Kareena Kapoor in a guest appearance. Eighty percent of the movie was shot in Malaysia, and was filmed around the tropical Langkawi island as well as the Petronas Twin Towers and the Jalan Masjid India area, which is the 'little India' of Kuala Lumpur.

Akshay Kumar was offered for the role of Jasjit but he rejected saying he might have accepted if he was offered the part of Don. Shahrukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra underwent special martial arts training for their roles in the movie.

The film was selected to be screened at the Berlin Film Festival. Critical reaction was mixed, with most reviews tilted towards the positive. It was a huge commercial success though.

Others seem to be happy playing usually old Bollywood themes.
From:www.khabrein.info

Priyanka Chopra returning from IIFA in Macau

Priyanka Chopra was amidst the Bollywood celebs returning from IIFA in Macau, China on Sunday late night, June 14. Photo Credit: Sawf News

June 15, 2009, (Sawf News) - Priyanka Chopra was amidst the Bollywood celebs returning from IIFA in Macau, China on Sunday late night, June 14.

She won the Best Actress Award for her role as a small town model who makes it big in Madhur Bhandarkar's Fashion.

Priyanka Chopra at the Mumbai International Airport on her return from IIFA in Macau, China on Sunday late night, June 14. Photo Credit: Sawf News

Priyanka looked effortlessly chic in blue skinny jeans, black bracelet length sleeves blouse with revealing V-neckline, and a black scarf.

She accessorized with a trendy white tote bag, black peeptoe heels, watch in her right arm, a chunky studded ring in her left hand index finger and an emerald and sapphire ring each in her right hand little finger and middle finger respectively.

Priyanka Chopra poses with Hrithik Roshan at Mumbai Airport on her return from IIFA in Macau, China on Sunday late night, June 14. Photo Credit: Sawf News

She wore very light makeup and her medium brown hair was casually tied at the back with a few astray bangs framing her face.

Priyanka, 26 looked stunning in a beige Manish Malhotra saree and silver blouse at the IIFA awards where her presence took everyone by surprise. She arrived in Macau from Singapore hours before the show.

Priyanka is a self declared work-o-holic. "I like to keep busy every day. The concept of an off day is alien to me. I am happiest when my day is jammed with things to do."

The latest tabloid gossip has it that that Priyanka is once again single having broken off with Kaminey co-star Shahid Kapoor, which is not to suggest that they were ever together. Gerard Butler too was likely just a media hype.

Priyanka is currently concentrating on her career. She is filming for Yash Raj Films' Pyaar Impossible with co-star Uday Chopra.

The former Miss World says that she does not mind the glam and babe image that comes with being a Bollywood star but she aims for box office success and critical acclaim. According to her going deglam for a role does not make you a better actor. Audiences just know who is a good actor.

She will be next seen in Vishal Bhardwaj's Kaminey followed by Ashutosh Gowarikar's Rashee.

From:www.sawfnews.com

luck smiled on our smarty Hrithik Roshan

We usually hear about the bollywood hotties getting breaks & roles in hollywood flicks, but now it looks like our bollywood hot dudes are next in line. At the 61st Cannes festival, it looks like lady luck smiled on our smarty Hrithik Roshan while promoting his upcoming film Kites.Kites features the famous hollywood actress Barbara Mori and now it looks like after having a hollywood actress in an indian film, it is turn of bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan to feature in an hollywood flick. Filmakers who had come from across the world felt that Hrithik roshan resembled Jim Caviezel, who played the role of
jesus christ in film passion of christ. They were impressed by Hrithiks body, looks & skills in Kites promo & thought of him as a perfect talent for international cinema. Ashwarya Rai, Freido Pinto, & Malika Sherawat have already represented india on international front. Now its turn to see what the male actors can do.

Though Hrithik Roshan has not yet said anything about it, but rumours of his making a deal with the international casting agency is doing rounds.

From:movies.indiainfo.com

Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor loves her newly attained stardom

Mumbai: Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor loves her newly attained stardom and is absolutely unapologetic about it (unlike many).

For Sonam, stardom is a new and novel experience. She said, ‘It's a lovely experience and that's why I became a film actor. I always wanted this name and fame for myself.'

She explains that only being an actress is not what she aspires for. Sonam said, ‘I wanted to act and be something. If I only wanted to be an actor, I would have done theatre. But I actually wanted to be a star and I make no bones about that'.

Although Sonam is barely two films old, the actress has already gained enough recognition to make a place for her in the top league.
From:www.samaylive.com

Bipasha Basu should be India's environment minister

Bipasha Basu should be India's environment minister because she is "the real reason for global warming all over the world."

This was the choice of International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards hosts Boman Irani and Riteish Deshmukh who unveiled their dream cabinet before a packed auditorium at the Chinese resort here as the annual event marked its 10th anniversary.

The comic duo announced their choice that they said should have been appointed by Bollywood after the recent elections, much to the delight of the 15,000 strong crowd at Macau on Saturday night.

Director Ashutosh Gowariker should be agriculture minister for what he had done for the rural community with his hit film Lagaan; Raakesh Roshan, the coal minister because his successful film Koyla had shown that he knows everything there is to know about the black product; and Katrina Kaif should be the youth affairs minister because every youth wanted to talk to her, the pair added.

Aamir Khan should be home minister because all he did for eleven months in every year was sit at home and then just release a single film in the last month.

Akshay Kumar, shown on screen with his face on a Rs 1,000 note, should be the finance minister because with the money he makes he could finance almost the entire population.

Slumdog Millionaire star Freida Pinto would do well in the post of minister for overseas and foreign affairs because she knew exactly how to start an affair abroad, Irani jested.

Always on the defensive, Salman Khan would make the ideal defence minister and Malika Sherawat could occupy the new position of minister for the upliftment of the downtrodden.

Others in the Irani/Deshmukh cabinet would be Sunny Deol as law and transport minister ; Yash and Aditya Chopra of 'Punjab Power' fame for their film Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi as joint power ministers; and Viveik Oberoi as telecommunications minister because he knew how to make calls quickly when necessary.From:sify.com/movies

Kangana Ranaut has emerged as the go-to girl for challenging

With her performances in such films as Gangster, Woh Lamhe and Fashion, actor Kangana Ranaut has emerged as the go-to girl for challenging roles in Bollywood. Unusually matured for a 22-year-old, Kangana says she doesn't take her star status too seriously.

CNN-IBN Entertainment Editor Rajeev Masand spoke to Kangana. Excerpts from the interview:

Rajeev Masand: You didn't grow up wanting to be an actress, did you? I read somewhere that you were studying to be a doctor in Shimla and the acting ambitions came much later. Do you wonder sometimes how your life would have turned out had you pursued your education and never moved to Mumbai?

Kangana Ranaut: I never go into the 'what ifs'. This is because maybe I never had the time to think. Life has moved very fast for me like when I was 16 I decided to do something different. At that point my family did not support me because they were worried about me. I was so young and restless then. After that things went really fast for me. I was completely smitten by the world of theater and modeling. I was like a child lost in a candy shop.

Rajeev Masand: You made a big impression with your first film Gangster. And then with Woh Lamhe you pretty much solidified your reputation. Would you say that you learnt acting from watching movies?

Kangana Ranaut: No, I think my idea of acting got cleared while I was doing theatre. Like for an example, the director of Slumdog Millionaire had said that he could not find one ordinary looking guy in India for the main role. He had to import him from London. So when a girl goes for an audition, she thinks that being an actress is all about fake eyelashes, pouting or being a sex object. They really don't know what it is being an actress. I remember going for Gangster's audition without makeup. I told Anurag (Kashyap) that you will give me the character to play so you tell me what clothes to wear or how to look.

From:ibnlive.in.com

Trisha will be the next South Indian actress to go to Bollywood!

Toeing the lines of Asin, Genelia and Shriya, looks like Trisha will be the next South Indian actress to go to Bollywood!

It is now confirmed that the Leysa Leysa star has found her next big break in cinema, through the director who introduced her as heroine first, Priyadarshan. The actress, who is currently working in ‘Vinnaithaandi Varuvaaya’ with Silambarasan and ‘Aadukalam’ with Dhanush, is all set star as Akshay Kumar’s heroine setting foot in Bollywood.

Reports have it that the action king has decided to produce this film himself, and is letting Priyadarshan direct it. Reports have it that Akshay Kumar saw Trisha’s ‘Abhiyum Naanum’ on a DVD and was so convinced with the actress that he wanted her to be his next heroine. The actress has also given her consent for the role, and is all set to be launched in Bollywood with this film, which will also be a comedy.
From:www.indiaglitz.com

Dia Mirza displays a creation by designer:Bollywood fashion

Bollywood actress Dia Mirza displays a creation by designer Manav Gangwani at the Fashion Extravaganza during the 10th International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) weekend in Macau June 12, 2009. (Tyrone Siu/REUTERS)

Actress Sonam Kapoor is already creating waves globally

New Delhi (PTI) She may be only two films old in Bollywood but actress Sonam Kapoor is already creating waves globally as she is the only Indian to be featured in The Hollywood Reporter's special issue devoted to Asia.

"Next Generation: Asia Class of 2009", a journal by the trade bible which is featuring Asia's new generation in filmmaking for the first time has selected Sonam as the only Indian representative.

Sonam, who celebrates her 24th birthday on Tuesday is thrilled with the news. "Yes, it is pleasing to be recognized by Hollywood so early in my career, but my success is due to the enormous faith that the Indian film industry has placed in me and the great love that I have been lucky to get from my audiences," Sonam said in a statement.

The article about "the next generation of leaders in the rapidly evolving Asian entertainment sector" prominently features Sonam and the actress has also been presented with a certificate signed by Eric Mika, the publisher of Hollywood Reporter.

But Sonam is in no hurry to migrate to Hollywood.

"My heart is in India, and the films we make here can stand comparison with those made anywhere in the world, including Hollywood," the actress said.

"So if and when there is an offer from the West, I will judge it on the same criteria that I choose scripts - whether I believe in the story, the project and the people involved or not; and not just because it has come from Hollywood," Sonam added.

From:www.hindu.com

Bollywood Actress Aishwarya Rai Acting Films

Guru:- (Aishwarya Rai , Abhishek Bachchan)
Umrao Jaan:-( Aishwarya Rai, Abhishek Bachchan, Shabana Azmi, Sunil Shetty, Puru Raj Kumar)
Dhoom 2:-( Abhishek Bachchan, Uday Chopra, Hrithik Roshan, Aishwarya Rai, Bipasha Basu, Rimi Sen)
Provoked:- ( Aishwarya Rai, Naveen Andrews, Nandita Das)
Mistress Of Spices:- ( Aishwarya Rai, Ayesha Dharker, Dylan McDermott)
Mohabbatein:- ( Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Uday Chopra, Jugal Hansraj, Jimmy Shergill, Shamita Shetty, Kim Sharma, Preeti Jhangiani, Aishwarya Rai)
Shabd :- ( Aishwarya Rai, Sanjay Dutt, Zayed Khan)
Khakee:- ( Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgan, Akshay Kumar, Tusshar Kapoor, Aishwarya Rai)
Raincoat:- ( Aishwarya Rai, Ajay Devgan)
Kyon, Ho Gaya Na:- ( Aishwarya Rai, Vivek Oberoi, Amitabh Bachchan)
Bride and Prejudice:- ( Aishwarya Rai, Martin Hendersen, Namrata Shirodkar, Meghna Kothari, Peeya Rai Choudhary, Naveen Andrews, Anupam Kher)
Chokher Bali:- ( Aishwarya Rai, Raima Sen)
Kuch Naa Kaho:- ( Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai)
Dil Ka Rishta:- ( Aishwarya Rai, Arjun Rampal, Priyanshu Chatterjee)
Devdaas:- ( Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai, Madhuri Dixit)
15.Hum Kisise Kum Nahin: ( Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Ajay Devgan, Aishwarya Rai)
Albela:- ( Govinda, Aishwarya Rai, Jackie Shroff)
Dhai Akshar Prem Ke:- ( Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai)
Taal:- ( Aishwarya Rai, Akshaye Khanna, Anil Kapoor)
Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai :- ( Anil Kapoor, Aishwarya Rai, Sonali Bendre)
Josh:- ( Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai, Priya Gill, Chandrachur Singh, Sharad Kapoor)
Hm Dil De Chuke Sanam:- ( uSalman Khan, Aishwarya Rai, Ajay Devgan)
From:bollywoodactress.blogspot.com

'Kal Kissne Dekha'the first major release after the end of the two-month

New Delhi (PTI): With 'Kal Kissne Dekha' slated to become the first major release after the end of the two-month long deadlock between producers and multiplex owners, newcomer Jackky Bhagnani hopes to cash-in on the hunger of the die-hard cinelovers.

"I feel God is by my side as my film will be the first movie to release from the united forum and with the strong movie watching culture that we have here it is definitely going to work in our favour. As a newcomer I couldn't have asked for a better release date," Jackky told PTI in an interview.

The film, which has been directed by 'Bhootnath' fame Vivek Sharma, was to release on May 29 but it postponed due to the stand-off between multiplexes and Bollywood producers-distributors over profit sharing issue. It will now release on June 12.

"We postponed the release as it looked like the strike would end soon. If the film releases in multiplexes, I reach more people, which is good for a new actor like me," Jackky says.

The debutant says he is part nervous and part excited as the release date of the film approaches.

"I have worked hard for this film and I am very happy and excited that it is finally releasing but I feel nervous also. It is a feeling and emotion difficult for me to describe," he says.
From:www.hindu.com

Rakhi Sawant find the perfect man herself

A reality television show based on ancient Hindu rituals is aiming to strike a blow against India’s tradition of arranged marriages.

Rakhi Sawant, a Bollywood dancer, actress and television host, has refused a union brokered by her parents. Instead, she has promised to find the perfect man herself — with the aid of a prime time TV series.

Rakhi Ka Swayamvar (Rakhi’s Search for a Husband) has attracted more than 12,500 aspirant grooms from across the subcontinent. The show is due to begin later this month but the outspoken celebrity’s promise to marry on air has already whipped up controversy in what remains a rigidly conservative country.

The show’s producers admit to being shocked when Ms Sawant first pitched the idea for the show — but they deny being part of a stunt designed purely to win ratings.

Rather, they insist, the message is one of female empowerment.

The series will be based on the ancient but now largely neglected practice of swayamvara, where a young woman picks a husband for herself from a group of hopeful suitors, often by putting them through a series of tests.

The most famous example appears in the Ramayana, the 2,500-year-old Sanskrit epic, with Ram, the Hindu god, chosen as a husband by the heroine Sita after he wins a trial of strength by bending the bow of Lord Shiva.

A recent survey by the International Institute for Population Sciences found that 95 per cent of marriages in India today are arranged by the families of the bride and groom. More than 70 per cent of married women between the ages of 15 and 24 said that they were never asked their views on their future husband before their wedding. About a quarter said that their first sexual experience within marriage was forced.

“Over the past 500 years girls in India have lost the right to ask questions about who they marry,” Shailja Kejriwal of NDTV Imagine, the channel that has created Rakhi Ka Swayamvar, said. “I really hope this series, which is all about a strong woman choosing her own husband, will address that. It’s about empowerment.”

Conservative Hindus, who have vehemently opposed the infiltration of Western cultural ideas into India, are almost certain to object.

A spokesman for the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, India’s most powerful hardline Hindu group, made plain his disapproval of the series. “We prefer arranged marriages,” he told The Times. “They are part of an old and good tradition.”

For her part, 30-year-old Ms Sawant has said that she is looking for a husband who combines the best attributes of Aamir Khan, Salman Khan and Shahrukh Khan — three hugely wealthy Bollywood superstars.

The producers admit that it probably rules out the thousands of would-be husbands who have applied to appear on the show from India’s poor rural villages.

“We have to be realistic,” Ms Kejriwal said. “The series will look for a compatible husband. I can’t see a celebrity like Rakhi marrying somebody from a village. That would be foolish.” The series’ creators are keeping the details of the selection methods secret, but say that they will be adapted from “ancient Vedic practices” — similar to those outlined in the Ramayana.

The audience will be asked to vote for a winner, but Ms Sawant will make the final decision on whom she marries, helped by friends, family and a psychologist. Contestants are now being vetted, with background checks being run on each man’s health and wealth.

Explaining how the idea came to her, Ms Sawant said: “I am a cultured Indian woman with good values and I have reached a stage where I need a companion with whom I can share my love, joys, sorrows and success.

“I want to solemnise my marriage in the presence of all my fans who have been supportive of me throughout — and what better way than getting married on national television?”

From:entertainment.timesonline.co.uk

The best actor award at the AXN Action Awards:Aamir Khan, Akshay Kumar and Hrithik

New Delhi (IANS): Bollywood stars Aamir Khan, Akshay Kumar and Hrithik Roshan are in the race to bag the best actor award at the AXN Action Awards.

While Aamir has been nominated for Ghajini, Akshay is in contention for Tashan and Hrithik for Jodhaa Akbar.

"Ghajini is a film that required a lot of aggression that exposes the basic crude emotion of human loss. I'm honoured to be nominated in the best action actor category, as the action in the film is more complex and thought provoking, showcasing anger, vengeance and physical violence," said Aamir in a statement.

In the best actor in a negative role category, the competition is between Imran Khan for Kidnap, Saif Ali Khan for Race and Kay Kay Menon for Drona.

"Race is a thoroughbred action film, complete with flamboyance and panache. I enjoyed performing the stunts and watching the movie evolve into a suave piece of cinema. I am thrilled to be nominated for my role," he said.

The results will depend on public voting which is now open. Fans can cast their votes by logging on to www.axnactionawards.com or by texting to 52525.

The winners will be announced on the channel next month.
From:www.hindu.com/thehindu/

Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt got his parents'

Goa: Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt got his parents' name tattooed on his chest as a mark of his undying love for them.

According to the sources close to the actor, Sanju Baba has got his chest tattooed with the names of his parents while his trip here.

Source reveals that Sanjay is getting his mother Nargis' name tattooed in Urdu while his father Sunil Dutt's name in ‘Devnagari' script. It is believed that the actor aims to depict secularism with the two tattoos in different languages.

The tattoo is made by Vishwas Dorwekar of Hakim Aalim's saloon. He had tattooed the word ‘honour' in Japanese on the actor's arm.

Kareena has become the latest heartthrob of Bollywood

With her sizzling size-zero figure and porcelain like clear skin, Kareena has become the latest heartthrob of Bollywood. Kareena, who is a brand conscious person, is always high on glam quotient. Right from stylish boots to comfy trainers, the actress loves to splurge on designer footwear.

According to a close friend of the feisty actress, "Kareena is very particular about her footwear. It`s only YSL or Christian Louboutin for her. The slippers that she wears at home are from Hermes. Kareena likes to have same slippers of different colours."

The friend maintained, "When it comes to casuals, Kareena prefers jeans and T-shirts, while it is western formal wear for parties. Kareena prefers Roberto Cavalli and Valentino designs for her western wear. Though she loves Valentino trousers, jackets, sweaters and knits, she feels that when it comes to the perfect fit, Cavalli is best. But as far as Indian designers are concerned, it`s Manish Malhotra for her."

With a rocking love life – thanks to beau Saif, and a booming career ahead, Kareena is one such B-town hottie who can give A-list actors a run for their money. Well, Kareena surely is a true style icon of B-town!
From: www.indiatarget.com/cgi-bin/detailnews.cgi?id=8875

Katrina Kaif Is The Most Dangerous Woman

McAfee Inc. released a report entitled, "The Web's Most Dangerous Search Terms," and guess who's made the list...none only than our very own Bollywood actress, Katrina Kaif. According to the report, Katrina Kaif is one of the most dangerous search terms in India.

We all know how beautiful and alluring Katrina is, but who knew she is also virtually hazardous! Apparently, Katrina's name has a maximum risk percentage of 26.8. This means, that when you type in the sultry brunette, 28.6 percent of the result page content is wired with virus ridden sites.

Not cool, Katrina! How will we find all the juicy gossip without fearing for the well-being of our computers! Downloading pictures and videos is now a suicide mission! I guess we now all have be cognizant of where we find our Katrina fix!!
From:www.desihits.com/blog/article

Katrina Kaif becomes the Indian face of Barbie

Her doll-like face and figure have taken Bollywood by storm. So, it’s only fitting that Katrina Kaif becomes the Indian face of Barbie, the most popular doll in the world.

Kats impressed Mattel, the makers of the world’s favourite doll, so much that they have decided to give the ‘Bollywood Barbie’, which will be modelled after the pretty actress, a position of pride in the Barbie Museum in Bloomingdale, New York.

The museum also has dolls of American singers Beyonce Knowles, Cher and Diana Ross and Hollywood actresses Elizabeth Taylor and Lindsay Lohan and supermodel Twiggy.

Confirming the development to the media, Katrina said, “The customised Barbie being made for the American museum will be just like me.” The production of Bollywood Barbies will begin in September, said a Mattel spokesperson.

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the doll, which enjoys a huge fan following in India, too, Mattel had run a contest at the Lakme India Fashion Week for designers, urging them to come up with a costume for the Indian Barbie. Designer Nishka Lulla won the contest and her winning dress was modeled by Katrina at the fashion week. This costume will be worn by the Bollywood Barbie, when she hits the shelves in September. “The doll will be a Katrina Kaif look-alike,” the spokesperson was quoted as saying in media reports.

Watch Kaif Barbie Picture

Katrina said she is ‘flattered’ to have her face on the dolls she has played with when she was a child. “As a kid I used to play with Barbie dolls. Almost every household has one. It’s every little girl’s dream companion,” she said to a national daily.

Katrina refused to let rumours that Aishwarya Rai was the original choice for the Indian Barbie dampen her enthusiasm and denied that she had replaced Ash.

Katrina will soon be seen in the film New York, alongside John Abraham and Neil Nitin Mukesh.
From:www.littleabout.com