Aishwarya Rai Greets Hugh Jackman at FICCI

Aishwarya Rai Greets Hugh Jackman at FICCI: Those who thought Aishwarya Rai Bachchan had no work whatsoever and that she hardly ever does more than be an arm candy for her husband, here is a performance by the Mrs. Bachchan that you must look forward to!

Aishwarya has been chosen to give the X-Men series man Hugh Jackman a small token of appreciation at the FICCI Frames Awards. The award ceremony is slated to be a part of a convention happening on March 23, 24 and 25. Since it is a three-day function, you can imagine the importance of the whole affair here.


The convention will bring together one of the biggest Hollywood names face to face with the former world beauty queen and Karan Johar in tow. The two Indian personalities will give the Jackman a memento. The Australian actor has, in recent times, got the credential of not only being voted as one of the sexiest men alive, but also won Emmy and Tony Awards! The last X-Men flick he worked on was the X-Men Origins: Wolverine where he played the Wolverine’s role, besides producing the movie successfully. The next upcoming movie of the actor is Real Steel, which will release later this year.

So what are you expecting for an event like this when some beauty meets talent at a prestigious function? These days, no one expects more than pecks on the cheek... more usually, announcement of some new film project with the West person the Indian celebrity meets! Is Mrs. Bachchan about to give us some interesting news?

Shahid Kapoor, Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Anushka Sharma together

Shahid Kapoor, Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Anushka Sharma together: Last night Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Shahid Kapoor and Anushka Sharma were bonding big time over a quite dinner.

In the film industry where every contemporary is looked upon as rival, four current heartthrobs and youth icons seem to be bonding big time. Last night Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Shahid Kapoor and Anushka Sharma had a quite dinner at Olive.

A guest present at the restaurant tipped our photographer who reached at the venue to possibly capture them on the lens. "After a couple of hours the stars finally left from the back gate", confirms the source. "However when the photographer went to click them, two guys from the restaurant grabbed both his hands and did not allow him to click or even move. He screamed for help but by then all the four stars had left in one single car". Also the source confirms, "Anushka was seated right in the centre in the car".

Perhaps after what happened to Ranbir Kapoor when the paparazzi clicked him and Nargis Fakhri a few days ago, the actor seems to be making extra efforts to stay off the camera. Anushka Sharma and Ranveer Singh have become a constant fodder for media stories for their on-off relationship status. And while Priyanka Chopra was nowhere around, Shahid Kapoor seems to be cautious as well. Though we missed the picture, they couldn't skip attention.

Shahid, Ranbir, Ranveer and Anushka together make a picture perfect image. Rather a great casting coup! Think of it filmmakers.

Deepika Padukone gets nine skirts from fans

Deepika Padukone gets nine skirts from fans: It seems Bollywood diva Deepika Padukone will not have to shop for skirts this month as she recently received a box containing nine skirts from her fans.

The lissome beauty has been creating a stir for her hot and sexy look in the title track of Rohan Sippy’s much-awaited movie ‘Dum Maaro Dum’, all set to hit the silver screen on April 22.

Earlier, the “no-panty girl” Yana Gupta had received a box of panties from a loving fan, who did not want her to go panty-less in public ever again.

Coming back to the skirt, a source revealed, “Usually her fan mail is kept in a separate room. So whenever she comes back from outdoor shoots, she personally sits and reads through each one. But nothing could prepare her for the nine skirts!"

"I've just come home. It has just hit me! It's all because of Dum Maaro Dum,” said the surprised actress.

Singing ‘Dum’ was great experience--Anushka
Remember the first Indian Idol winners, ‘Viva’? While most of the band members have vanished, Anushka Manchanda has stayed on and is all upbeat about singing the much-talked about song.

She even got a chance to perform the song live during the India and South Africa World Cup match, held in Nagpur on March 12.

About her experience while recording for the peppy dance song, she said, “What made it amazing was the fact that I didn’t just have to turn up and sing but instead I got to be a part of the crazy song-making process, trying out different tones and textures to figure out what suited the song best.”

About ‘Dum Maaro Dum’ movie
Talking about the screenplay of the movie, ‘DMD’ chronicles the tale of six strangers, who get acquainted in Goa where their life changes.

There is a heavy dose of drugs, booze, violence, mafia, romance and a lot more in the movie that has Abhishek Bachchan, Bipasha Basu, Prateik Babbar in pivotal roles. Deepika appears only in the title track of the movie.

And if astrologers are to be believed, the movie is going to be very successful.

Well, the wait is becoming very tempting for sure!

Katrina Kaif won't dance with Salman Khan

Katrina Kaif won't dance with Salman Khan: Katrina Kaif and Salman Khan were to do a song together in Shirish Kunder's 'Joker'...

'Joker' is being shot in Chandigarh for a while now, and the movie starring Akshay Kumar and Sonakshi Sinha has been in the news constantly. Being directed by Shirish Kunder, there were talks that Katrina Kaif and Salman Khan would be making a special appearance together in this flick. It was touted that they would do a special dance number for it.

With Katrina having been the main lead for Farah Khan's 'Tees Maar Khan' and with her 'Sheila Ki Jawani' number having become a craze, news spread like rapid fire that Shirish and wife Farah were keen that Kat make an appearance in 'Joker'. Also, Farah Khan's close proximity to Salman (they are good friends) is well known. And the potential of Salman being a part of this venture isn't too far-fetched either.

The world now believes that Salman and Katrina will groove to a song together in 'Joker'. However, sources close to the actress say that the above news is just speculation. We are told, "Since Farah is close to both Katrina and Salman, people are assuming that she'll approach the two for a song. Nothing has come forth yet. As of the moment, Katrina isn't dancing with Salman to any number in 'Joker'."

Priyanka Chopra up in arms against Kareena Kapoor

Priyanka Chopra up in arms against Kareena Kapoor: War between Kareena Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra does not seem to end even after Piggy Chops has broken off with Bebo’s ex Shahid Kapoor.

After Priyanka’s split with Shahid, she seems to have again upset Kareena Kapoor. According to Kareena, Priyanka keeps rubbing her on the wrong side over and over again.

In fact, the duo had publicly patched up at the Mumbai Police Mela in December last year at the behest of Shah Rukh and Saif Ali Khan. Interestingly, Bebo thought that things had got sorted between the two of them, but it all started when Priyanka made a comment in a film magazine in mid-March, saying, “I don`t think Kareena likes me”. This comment left Kareena hurt to no extend.
Speaking to a newspaper, a source close to Kareena said, "Kareena was shocked when she read it. Patch-up ke baad koi aisa baat kar sakta hai? Kyun?"

However Bebo ignored reacting on it but Priyanka was not finished yet. A few days later Kareena heard Priyanka say at a recent press conference that she considers Kareena as an actress but it’s a pity that Kareena doesn`t consider her one.
“This was like hitting the roof”, the source said. "This time Kareena`s shock was compounded. Why is Priyanka raking up the past, that too with such alarming regularity? After their patch-up, Kareena has never said anything against Priyanka. In fact, she has been quite fond of her. Why is Priyanka on this unnecessary and continuous rampage of making jabs at her?"

Both the Bollywood divas were unavailable to make any comment. However we wish the two gorgeous actresses bury the hatchet soon.

Shahrukh Khan did not give me acting lessons: Giselle Monteiro

Shahrukh Khan did not give me acting lessons: Giselle Monteiro: Brazilian model-actress Giselle Monteiro, who is all excited to be a part of Shahrukh Khan's upcoming production "Always Kabhi Kabhi", says the Bollywood superstar did not give her any acting lessons.

The 22-year-old began her acting career in Bollywood with the role of Harleen Kaur, alongside Saif Ali Khan, in Imtiaz Ali's "Love Aaj Kal" in 2009.

"I met Shahrukh on the sets of the film but I did not interact much. He did not really provide any acting lessons or tips," Giselli told PTI.

Produced by Khan's Red Chillies Entertainment, "Always Kabhi Kabhi" is based on the theme of high-school life.

"The movie is about four students from high school and their relationship with parents. I am just looking forward to it with a lot of excitement," said Giselle.

She will be seen alongside Producer Karim Morani's daughter Zoa, Satyajit Dubey, a theatre artist and Ali Fazal, who played Joy Lobo in "3 Idiots".

"It was awesome working with all of them. It is something that is really big for all of us. We have put in a lot of hard work... gave our heart for the film. We are good friends now," Giselle said at the recently concluded Lakme Fashion Week where she cheered for her co-star and friend Zoa Morani, who is making her debut with the same film.

"I was here to cheer and support Zoa as she was walking the ramp," she said.

Ranveer Singh on 'bed' with Koel Puri

Ranveer Singh on 'bed' with Koel Puri: Actress and chat show host Koel Puri let her couch be a bed for the hot and happening Band Baaja Baaraat boy Ranveer Singh. You want to know the reason? Read on.

Koel wanted have a tete-a-tete with Ranveer on bed rather than her couch, and why! The host explains this excitedly on her blog, “See, every time I told a woman that Ranveer Singh was next on my couch, with a lusty glint in their eyes they shrieked, "You mean Bittoo Sharma? Oh he’s such a cheapie, I want to ravage him"…. Since I had the power to get him where they were dreaming of, I did.”


And did Ranveer enamour Koel with his boyish charm and that sheepish smile?

Koel was completely bowled over, and made others jealous too. The host writes, “As he regales me on my own couch (bed), I get a crystal clear picture of the propositioner who has signs like - YOU WON’T WIN TILL YOU GIVE IN.”

This episode of Ranveer Singh in On the Couch with Koel Puri will be telecast this Saturday. Catch the two on bed:

Madhuri Dixit’s Rs 5 crore demand baffles producers!

Madhuri Dixit’s Rs 5 crore demand baffles producers!: Madhuri Dixit has quoted Rs 5 crore to sign a film. This is the amount what the likes of Kareena Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra demand per film.

Many producers were keen to rope in Madhuri Dixit, but the amount she has asked for has left the producers baffled. No doubt that the wonderful actress hasn’t lost her charm even though she is in her late 40s. But isn’t asking for Rs 5 crore an inordinate demand?

Madhuri can get pricey! Her manager Rikku Rakesh Nath confirms this news to a daily and is quoted as saying, “Yes, Madhuri has asked for five crores. We feel she is definitely worth the price she is quoting. She is a superstar with an enviable fan following even today. So, why shouldn’t she ask for what she deserves?”

Agreed that Madhuri was the eyeball grabber for the TV show Jhalak Dikhla Jaa 4 and the makers now want her back for another season. But will the producers in tinsel town cater to her lofty demand? A trade analyst says, “Who will give Madhuri five crores now?” The actress has even declined some offers which required her to do a sister or a mother’s role.

Now, Madhuri is in the USA with her kids.

Imran Khan shy of intimate scene!

Imran Khan shy of intimate scene!: He had to get steamy with a sexy gal in a bathroom, but it required Karan Johar’s convincing skills to get Imran Khan’s nod for the scene. Yes, it’s the first time that the actor, who recently got married to his sweetheart Avantika, has shot for an intimate scene for big screen.

Actually it’s a seduction scene: starlet Soniya Mehra goes on a date with Imran in the film Short Term Shaadi, and she wants to get closer to him. She rains kisses galore and she starts unbuttoning him, but he dithers because the idea of a romp in a bathroom cubicle is not what his sane mind approves of. He is a cleanliness freak, an obsessive-compulsive architect who’s fastidious about the correct placement of things. Later, to avoid the ravishing seductress, he turns on the shower and escapes. And this is how the scene, which is quite comical, ends.

According to Shakun Batra, the director of Short Term Shaadi, the inspiration for Imran’s character is Imran himself. She has just included his traits to model the character. The movie also brings on silver screen Kareena Kapoor and Imran as a romantic couple for the first time.

But to us, the character reminds of Ben Stiller from the Hollywood movie Along Came Polly also starring Jennifer Aniston, and we won’t be surprised to see the slight to stark similarities between the two films.

SRK joins Facebook

SRK joins Facebook: Shahrukh Khan to continue on the social networking webworld despite the nasty comments that made him quit Twitter. Sooner done than said, Shahrukh is now set to join the mother of all social networking sites, Facebook.

Expect a mad scramble among the FBians to browse the superstar’s wall that will go online on Friday evening at 9 pm Indian Standard Time.

The inauguration will be done with the online premiere of Shahrukh Khan’s documentary on the all-time Indian classic film Mughal-E-Azam. Shahrukh has associated himself with the film to mark its 51st anniversary through a 22-minute documentary.

The idea is not just to pay tribute to director K. Asif’s timeless classic but also to introduce the younger generations to the cinematic masterpieces of yore.

And knowing how Shahrukh shared snippets from his personal life on Twitter, his Facebook wall too would have its shares of peeks into the private world of King Khan.

Kareena-Priyanka catfight - much ado about nothing!

Kareena-Priyanka catfight - much ado about nothing!: A catfight between two actresses is always a welcome juice for wagging tongues. But the so-called catfight between Kareena Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra may be more of a media projection than an actual fact.

Kareena is famously known to have scorned Priyanka in a comment that insinuated that she doesn’t consider Priyanka an actress. Added to that, her remark about Priyanka’s phoney accent on a chat show did create some fissures in the once workable friendship between the two actresses.

Despite these subtle jibes, both the actresses haven’t taken the comments of the other to heart. At the press meet to announce the launch of the Nikon Coolpix Spring Series 2011, Priyanka, the newly named brand ambassador of Nikon cameras, was asked by a reporter what’s her response to the fact that Kareena doesn’t consider her an actress.

Priyanka was cool and composed in her reply: “Everybody has a right to their opinion. I consider Kareena an actress.”

On the other hand, Kareena, in a TV interview, has said that her comment about Priyanka’s accent was tongue-in-cheek and therefore not to be taken seriously. Kareena even went on to say that Priyanka was a fabulous actress.

That should set the record straight. After all, weren’t Priyanka and Kareena seen bonding like sahelis at an award function earlier this year?

Shahid Kapoor & Priyanka Chopra’s love-hate see-saw!

Shahid Kapoor & Priyanka Chopra’s love-hate see-saw!: The emotional see-saw of the love affair of Shahid Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra has got everyone perplexed.

They do...no, they don’t! That’s been the refrain of the babbling tongues speculating if Shahid and Priyanka indeed love each other. Honestly, we have even stopped keeping the count of how many times they have broken up and patched up again, but if the latest rumour sweeping through tinsel town is to go by, the epitaph of their torrid romance can indeed be scribbled this time.

The break-up happened just a few days before Shahid’s birthday in February. Reportedly, the couple had been facing incompatibility issues, this after having been together for a long time. The buzz is that despite all their camaraderie, Shahid and Priyanka continue to remain contrasting personalities, their idea of ideal love being poles apart.

So after many a blow-hot-blow-cold swing in their torrid affair, the duo has finally decided to part ways and, contrary to rumours, Shahid isn’t even trying to woo her back.

Do we see another love story bite the dust! Or do the ashes camouflage the phoenix of their dying but not yet fully dead romance?

Sonam in ‘Dabangg’ remake!

Sonam in ‘Dabangg’ remake!: Cashing in on Salman Khan starrer Dabanng! There are going to be two remakes of the Bollywood hit down south, one in Telugu and another one in Tamil. We first heard that for the Tamil remake of Dabangg makers were keen to repeat Sonakshi Sinha, but as the actress has declined the offer, they want Sonam Kapoor to play the character.

Yes, the stylish Sonam in a south film! It’s learnt that the movie’s main hero Silambarasan is urging producers to have Sonam in the film. Though Sonam played a homely girl in her first two films, for her fans she is more a style icon who can carry any damn dress with aplomb. Signing Dabangg remake will also ensure her popularity down south.

Earlier, speculations were also rife that Katrina Kaif might do the role as she has done a few films down south, and even the name of Kajal Aggrawal was doing the rounds. As a source is quoted as saying, “There was also a buzz that the gorgeous South actress Kajal Aggarwal was being considered but Simbu insisted the makers to replace her with Sonam.”

However, for the Telugu remake, the cast is almost final - Pawan Kalyan will play Salman and the Game gal Sarah Jane Dias has said yes to essay the village belle Sonakshi so convincingly played.

Ranbir Kapoor recomends Nargis Fakhri for 'Heer Ranjha'

Ranbir Kapoor recomends Nargis Fakhri for 'Heer Ranjha': Ranbir Kapoor is apparently so enamoured of Nargis Fakhri -- his Rockstar heroine -- that he is recommending her to Bollywood producers.

We hear Ranbir has asked producer Sajid Nadiadwala to sign Nargis opposite him in the film Heer Ranjha, which, as the title suggests will be an epic love story starring Ranbir as Ranjha. Even as the hunt is on the girl who will play Heer, Ranbir has already set his mind on the lissom stunner from the US.

Ranbir and Nargis bonded well during the filming of Ashtavinayak’s Rockstar, but she may not be able to team up with Ranbir for Heer Ranjha as she is bound by a three-film contract with the production house. Which means, that Nargis is not legally permitted to sign Nadiadwala’s film.

The buzz also has it that Nadiadwala is trying to negotiate with Ashtavinayak to free Nargis for his production, but whether the production house will make a legal exception for Nargis still remains to be seen.

Shahrukh Khan’s ‘Ra.One’ started earning big bucks!

Shahrukh Khan’s ‘Ra.One’ started earning big bucks!: Shahrukh Khan’s big-budget film Ra.One has already started earning big bucks. The film's satellite rights have reportedly been sold for a whopping Rs 40 crore. Yes, highest ever for a Bollywood film. Earlier, Aamir Khan starrer 3 Idiots was sold for Rs 36 crore to a channel.

The release date of Ra.One is not yet confirmed, then too the film was bought for such a humongous amount, and the credit goes to its producer Shahrukh Khan, who is making this sci-fi film on a production scale so large that no other Bollywood film can match up to it.

As a source is quoted by a tabloid, “The film has a huge budget; so obviously, as a producer he wants to make as much money through pre-release distribution avenues.”

Selling the satellite rights prior to film’s release is not new. Last year’s major releases Guzaarish, Dabangg and Tees Maar Khan were sold to different channels for a hefty amount.

Shahrukh Khan has even hired some of the best Hollywood SFX people to work on Ra.One and make the film a technical wonder. Shahrukh plays a superhero in this film that also stars Kareena Kapoor in the lead. In the movie’s title RA stands for ‘Random Access’.

Shahrukh Khan quit Twitter because of Nasty comments

Shahrukh Khan quit Twitter because of Nasty comments: Even after having more than 8 lakh followers on Twitter, Shahrukh Khan has decided to quit the social networking site because of the nasty comments that some have been posting him.

In a recent interview on a TV show, SRK opened up about why he’s been keeping away from Twitter despite having posted regular tweets for a long time. In his tweets, SRK used to share a lot of personal moments, from the pics of his family to his worries at film shoots.

But he’s been asked many questions on Twitter that simply embarrassed him.

“As an actor and as a celebrity, I often come across people who look into my eye and ask me embarrassing questions at press conferences. However, I don't have any option other than putting up a smiling face and replying to the questions even if I am upset or angry. It has been happening since 20 years and it happened even during my interactions on Twitter. But I am socially inept, I don't know how to handle relationships and am not very good at dealing with such questions and therefore I thought it would be best to quit,” Shahrukh revealed in the interview.

One such nasty remark was made by a person who said that Shahrukh comes on Twitter only to promote his films.

“There were comments that 'Oh he only comes on Twitter when he wants to promote his films'. Well with all due respect to everyone, I want to say that 8-10 lakh do not make a film hit,” SRK rightly said.

Salman Khan will try to rip many T-shirts in a minute on TV!

Salman Khan will try to rip many T-shirts in a minute on TV!: If all goes well, then the TV viewers can catch their favourite star Salman Khan stripping in front of camera to break a World Record for the show The Guinness World Records Ab India Todega. The Dabangg Khan will try to rip many T-shirts in a minute in order to set a new record.

Is this something new for Sallu bhai! He has done this almost in every film of his. The show’s host Preity Zinta, who is also Salman’s good friend, is encouraging the Khan to attempt to break this unique record. The existing record is of 14 T-shirts in a minute, so Salman has to tear 15 tees to achieve a win.

As per reports, the channel was keen to have Salman in The Guinness World Records Ab India Todega and currently they are trying to work out dates with Salman for his appearance on the show.

It’s even heard that Preity also wants Hrithik Roshan, again a good friend of hers, to come to the show and try to break the record of dancing for the most number of hours.

The show will start this March 18.

Konkona Sen Sharma becomes a mother

Konkona Sen Sharma becomes a mother: It’s a baby boy for the actress Konkona Sen Sharma and actor Ranvir Shorey. Konkona delivered the child yesterday at a South Mumbai hospital and the industry people have started showering her with best wishes.

Vivek Oberoi tweets, “massive congratulations to @konkonas and ranvir! a boy it is. With those genes, the dynasty is secure.” Actor Rahul Bose with whom Konkona has done various films has congratulated her and Ranvir.

At the time of the delivery Konkona had her dear husband Ranvir and mother Aparna Sen alongside her. Now the family is in celebration mood, both mother and child are healthy.

Konkona and Ranvir Shorey got married last year on September 3 in a hush-hush wedding; the actress was preggers at the time of her wedding.

Ayesha Takia’s family getting death threats

Ayesha Takia’s family getting death threats: Death threats to Ayesha Takia’s family! An unknown person is creating trouble for the family of the actress by making calls and giving death threats. Ayesha’s husband Farhan Azmi has reportedly filed a complaint with the crime branch.

It’s turning into a serious matter for the family. As Farhan tells a tabloid, there is a stranger who calls himself a Hindu fanatic from Uttar Pradesh and is keeping a track of each activity of the actress’ family members. The caller has threatened to kill him and his politician father Abu Asim Azmi, who is the head the Samajwadi party in Mumbai.

Farhan is very worried about Ayesha who has to travel frequently because of her shoots. Now, heavy security has been provided for the actress’ safety.

Sunny Deol’s son 'Karan Deol': How its Look?

Sunny Deol’s son 'Karan Deol': How its Look?: Dharmendra was once dubbed as one of the most handsome men of Hindi film industry. His son Sunny Deol did not have the lady-killer looks, but sure sent his female fans swooning over his machismo.

Now, here’s a look at Sunny’s son Karan Deol. The lad’s pretty grown up now and was recently spotted during an evening out. Though papa Sunny is still revelling in the success of his last film Yamla Pagla Deewana, Karan’s Bollywood ambitions are not known yet.

But the obvious question that comes to mind is whether Karan is as dashing as the senior Deols in the family?

What’s your view?