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Kareena Kapoor Sizzling Vogue Photoshoot

2009-11-28T04:59:00.000-08:00

Kareena Kapoor – Vogue India (December 2009). Bebo sizzles on the cover of Vogue Magazine’s Indian Edition for the month of December 2009. She is news this days due to her relation with boyfriend Saif Ali Khan and the too much exposure done in Kurbaan. Backless seen has angered Shivsena , but apart from that recent overdose of exposure is turning out to be vulgar. Better she avoids this technique. Checkout Kareena on the cover of Vogue.

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Aamir Kareena got wet and wild in 3 Idiots

2009-11-10T08:49:00.000-08:00

Kareena Kapoor always wishes to act with perfectionist Aamir Khan and finally her dream gets fulfilled with‘3 Idiots’. Not only she got to share screen space with Aamir Khan but also performed a sizzling dance sequence with him. It is a rain song and artificial rain has been established to show the sizzling chemistry between the two.

By looking at the hard work put by Kareena Kapoor, Aamir was full of praises for Bebo. He said that she is the most hard working actress in the industry. Aamir hoped that the audience would like the dance sequence as they had put a lot of effort on it.

While Aamir is busy promoting ‘3 Idiots’, Kareena is busy promoting ‘Kurbaan’. Lets see whose chemistry will rock, Kareena-Aamir or Kareena-Saif.

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Kareena Kapoor on Marie Claire Magazine Cover

2009-11-02T22:41:00.000-08:00

Kareena Kapoor on the cover page of Marie Claire Magazine for the months of November 2009. Kareena Kapoor is an Indian actress.

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Kareena SRK together in science-fiction movie Ra.One

2009-10-31T10:32:00.000-07:00

Kareena Kapoor will play Shahrukh Khan's super heroine in the upcoming movie Ra.One. Shahrukh will be playing a superhero in the science-fiction movie. Kareena will have a substantial role in the movie and her tall and lean structure means that she will be just the right person to play a super heroine. This will be Kareena's third movie in a lead role with Shahrukh after Asoka and Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham.

The Anubhav Sinha directed movie will be one of the most expensive movies in the history of Bollywood with never-before seen special effects. The movie is expected to start shooting by the end of the year. Industry insiders say that Ra.One will be Bollywood's best super hero movie miles ahead of the recent ones Krrish and Drona. This is said to be dream movie for Shahrukh as his son Aryan wanted to see him as a superhero on-screen.

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Kareena as Catwomen poses for international watch ad campaign

2009-10-25T06:27:00.000-07:00

Kareena Kapoor donned two sexy looks for an international watch brand she exclusively endorses in India.

The actress has two distinctive looks for the same campaign, which begins all over the city in a few days. In one of the looks, Bebo is dressed like Catwoman - a character essayed on the big screen in Hollywood by Michelle Pfeiffer and Halle Berry.

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Kareena Saifu lip lock in Kurbaan

2009-10-13T06:39:00.000-07:00

Well this is what director Rensil D’Silva has to say about the passionate kiss between real life couple Saif and Kareena in his flick Kurbaan.

Apparently, the couple has created a record in Bollywood, for the longest onscreen smooch in their flick Kurbaan. And according to director Rensil D’Silva Saif-Bebo’s kiss will bring sex-starved audience to the theatres.

Rensil says, “A certain section of the sex-starved audience might just comet to the theatres just to see Saif and Kareena in be.”

Now that’s a strange kind of notion, anyways, folks would you go and watch Kurbaan in a theater just for Saif-Bebo’s passionate smooch?
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Kareena Kapoor Sizzles on Grazia Magazine (October 2009)

2009-10-10T08:47:00.000-07:00

Kareena Kapoor – Grazia Magazine (October 2009). Kareena Kapoor graces the cover of Grazia Magazine for the month of October 2009. I don’t know why Kareena poses in the style in this style of hairstyle and dress never suited her , she looks horrible in the getup. She used to give pose for globus international in similar style. I would like to see Kareena in normal getup than this. Anyway checkout Kapoor on the cover of Grazia Magazine.

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Kajol Makes Me Nervous: Stepmom Kareena Kapoor

2009-10-05T23:13:00.000-07:00

Kareena Kapoor is leaving nothing to chance this time. Determined to match strides with the formidable scene-stealer Kajol in the Hindi version of Stepmom, the actress has been quietly attending acting workshops with the film's director Siddharth Malhotra.

"The last time I rehearsed for a part was for Vishal Bharadwaj's Omkara. But that was a more unconventional film and role where I had to get into a milieu and character I knew nothing about. But Stepmom is urban and very contemporary. I play a very normal metro-centric working girl," said Kareena.

Malhotra's film is inspired by director Chris Columbus 1998 hit drama Stepmom, a heartwarming tale of two women - divorced Susan Sarandon and the new woman (Julia Roberts) in her ex-husband's life - and the problems they face to find a common ground of understanding.

And to attend the workshops, Kareena has been stealing time out of the rehearsals for a song she began shooting with Aamir Khan in 3 Idiots. Through the workshops Kareena is discovering how difficult it is to play a normal girl. "I walk, talk, dress like an ordinary working girl. I'll be using no makeup."

Bollywood's ace designer Manish Malhotra too is having a hard time trying to bring down Kareena's glamour quotient in Stepmom to look like an ordinary working woman. "I couldn't cut my hair as planned because of continuity clashes. And I didn't want to cut my long hair. But I'm going for a new hairstyle," said Kareena.

The two actresses start shooting together from the end of this month.

Talking abour Kajol, Kareena said: "She's always been one of my favourite actresses. We worked together in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. But this is something else."

There will be a lot of dramatic scenes between the two women in the movie
. "The desi version of Stepmom is very different from the original. My role is also a big departure from what Julia Roberts played in Stepmom," Kareena said.
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Bebo Goes Backless in "kurbaan".

2009-10-01T22:20:00.000-07:00

Kareena Kapoor’s Kurbaan Posters. Kareena Kapoor (Bebo) goes back less for upcoming movie Kurbaan. Kurbaan is a forthcoming Indian Bollywood film directed by Rensil D’Silva and produced by Karan Johar. The film, will feature Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor in pivotal roles along with actor Vivek Oberoi and Dia Mirza(?). Name of the movie keeps changing at finally they selected Kurbaan as the title. Kareena Kapoor looks hot from first look but , I feel its going on track as Tashan if its true then alarm for Kareena as Tashan was biggest flops of last year. Kurbaan will hit theater on November 27 this year. Check Out Kareena Kapoor in Kurbaan Movie.
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Kareena replaces Mallika 'Pyar ke side effects 2'

2009-09-28T10:17:00.000-07:00

Kareena Kapoor has got her hands full and is having the last laugh too, for the actress who was slammed by eminent journalist Pritish Nandy for looking ‘like a joke’ in ‘Kambakkht Ishq’ has been approached by Pritish Nandy Communications (PNC) to star in the sequel of ‘Pyaar Ke Side Effects’ opposite Akshay.

According to reports, Kareena Kapoor and Pritish Nandy have apparently had a cease-fire of sorts after exchanging jabbing comments, with Pritish calling Bebo ‘a joke’ and Kareena reverting with ‘He (Pritish) should concentrate on his work rather than blogging’.

Sources suggest that PNC, that was previously considering Sonam Kapoor for the role would rather have Kareena playing the same for she suits the role more than anything and same is perhaps the reason for Pritish eating his words and approaching Bebo. “Kareena has liked the role in PKSE 2 and has agreed to star in it”, suggests a source.

When enquired about the same, Nandy said, “I am out of town. My daughter Rangita might have approached Kareena. She is a good actress and I hadn’t made any personal comment against her. Those remarks were directed only at her character in ‘Kambakkht Ishq’.”

Kareena Kapoor Judges Dance Premier League!

2009-09-19T20:49:00.000-07:00

Dance Premier League a unique dance format that is soon to go on air on Sony Entertainment Television has been creating news all through its audition phases. At the on-going auditions of Dance Premier League, Bebo was seen cheering the Mumbai aspirants amidst lots of fun, frolic and fanfare. Kareena came to support and encourage the West Zone team on Dance Premier League and promote her film ‘Main Aurr Mrs Khanna’.

When we asked her about what does she expect on the show, she said, "I enjoy dance reality shows to others, and I hope a lot of people will dance to my tunes! It’s a great platform for young talent to showcase their dancing skills."

Ironically a lot of contestants chose to dance on her beau Saifu’s numbers from his latest hit Love Aaj Kal… well smart ones we say!
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Wish 29th Happy Birthday to Kareena Kapoor.

2009-09-19T03:22:00.000-07:00

Bollywood's actress Kareena Kapoor, who turns 29 on September 21st, will be having a hectic schedule as the shoot for "3 Idiots" with Aamir Khan is on its way to start, so poor Saif Ali Khan will have to rework on whatever surprise he had in mind for his loving girlfriend.

Kareena had actually planned to rejoice her birthday moments with beau Saif, mom Babita, sis Karizma and niece Samaira. But heartbreak took place. The shoot of Aamir's movie is said to be beginning just few days before Kareena's B'day.

Aamir's wife Kiran Rao suffered a miscarriage earlier this month, and that Aamir promised her that he would take time off from 3 Idiots' schedule to help her to restore her form from disaster.

But Aamir was unaware when he made that emotional commitment was that he had given dates to Kareena to shoot musical number in Mumbai during the very same period. Hesitantly, he called up his co-star and asked if she would reorganize her own diary to lodge him at another time. And Kareena agreed, at the cost of her own birthday plans, because she realized how big Kiran's trauma was.

Now Kareena and Aamir will shoot the song from September 25 to October 2 in Mumbai.
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Kareena Salman at :Mein Aur Mrs Khanna" Music Launch

2009-09-14T21:23:00.000-07:00

Kareena Salman at :Mein Aur Mrs Khanna" Music Launch

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Kareena Kapoor sizzles in Globus Autumn 09 Collection

2009-09-05T22:44:00.000-07:00

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'Qurbaan' co-producers failed to pay crew

2009-09-04T11:05:00.000-07:00

A Melbourne film production company, co-producer of the Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor starrer 'Qurbaan', has reportedly failed to pay hundreds of thousands of dollars to the production crew.

Workers and contractors on the movie have taken legal action against Swish Films, which was producing the film with the Indian company Dharma Productions in the American city of Philadelphia.

The director of the film Rensil D'Silva has described the movie as 'a romantic thriller set against the backdrop of global terrorism.’

Swish Films even produced the Bollywood film 'Main Aur Mrs Khanna', also starring Kapoor, in Melbourne last year.

According to a March report in the Philadelphia Daily News, hundreds of workers, including a stuntman, caterers, a car dealer and the Philadelphia Boys Choir, had been left unpaid and bewildered when 500,000 dollars worth of cheques issued by Swish allegedly bounced.

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Kareena Kapoor graces the cover of 'HT Brunch'magazine

2009-08-25T12:29:00.000-07:00

Kareena Kapoor, the sexy Bollywood diva has been featured on cover page of HT Brunch' magazine.She looks refreshingly hot on the front cover of "HT brunch".

Kareena Kapoor is high on success after "Kambakht Ishq" hit, in the meanwhile she has been featured on all the top magazines. She has also been listed in most powerful women list.

When asked Bebo about it, she said I am "courageous girl" , I have been brave to take decisions. She also said , I never hide my relationship , nor the fact that I want to do path- breaking roles like "Omkara", "Jab we Met" and "Chameli".

Right now, she has plans to visit fashion destinations like Milan, Paris, London and New York in search of world-class fashion to stock up her wardrobe.

Kareena says, "It becomes tiring for everything I wear to be in the media glare. I constantly need to be well-dressed."
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Kareena Kapoor cover page of "Stardust" August 2009

2009-08-21T11:58:00.000-07:00

Hot and glamorous actress Kareena Kapoor is undoubtdly one of the hottest girl of Bollywood. She is looking Hot and sexy on the cover page of "Stardust" magazine.She is looking outstanding in golden dress.Kareena's recent movie "Kambakht Ishq" got above average tag.

The sexy lady is very much in demand for all the magazine recently she has done an photoshoot for Idiva Magazine .

Kareena had also been on the cover page of many other magazines like "Cineblitz" magazine, "IDiva" magazine, "Maxim" magazine and now "Stardust" Magazine which is for the month of August 2009.

Saif hunts for his childhood sweetheart

2009-08-20T11:20:00.000-07:00

If you thought Saif Ali Khan was all a Kareena Kapoor's man, think again. The Chhote Nawab is hunting for his ex-girlfriend. Well he isn't surely searching for the whereabouts his Italian ex-girlfriend Rozza Catalano but for his childhood sweetheart whom he hasn't seen in decades but whose memories he still cherishes.

In his latest blog Saif mentions that he is searching for “the girl I grew up with.” Although he doesn't name the girl claims to have spent his childhood with her but later lost touch. In what could make the script for his next home production Saif remembers bidding her goodbye when he was seven years old never to see her again in his life.

All that our Chhote Nawab has is a Bollywood style torn photograph of the girl wearing the butterfly charm he gave her. Although it has been more than three decades Saif refuses to give up his quest to find her. He says he will meet her as his heart wants it. Well all we can says is Kareena beware Saif was never a one woman's man.

Saif and kareena's lovemaking sequence in Qurbaan

2009-08-17T14:32:00.001-07:00

Rensil D'Silva, who's now working on the final schedule of his directorial debut Qurbaan is afraid that a love-making sequence between Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan might become the central point of interest for his film, overshadowing the powerful theme of a terrorist's road to atonement.

"That fear is there, I can't deny it.

The love-making sequence, though absolutely essential to the film is explicit and honest enough to become a focal point of interest for the audience. There's enough sexual repression in our country.

A section of the audience might decide to see the film only to see the real-life couple making love on screen. It would be tragic."

Kareena and Saif's love-making sequence incorporates the longest kissing sequence of their individual careers.

So far Kareena's sister Karisma holds the record for the longest kissing sequence on screen with Aamir Khan in Raja Hindustani. Will Qurbaan break that record?

"I don't know," shrugs Rensil. "I wasn't clocking the kiss or the length of the lovemaking scene.

Nor have I seen Raja Hindustani. But I do know Kareena and Saif were thorough professionals and were able to do the difficult scene so smoothly because of their comfort level."

The set had been cleared of the entire crew except the director and cameraman. "It was not an easy sequence to shoot. It was an aesthetic experience. And I hope the audience treats it that way."
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Saif Kareena Says Jai Ho !!!

2009-08-15T01:10:00.000-07:00

The wind plucked at their hair and tugged at the flag. But Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor were not letting go of the Indian tricolour
This Independence Day, they aren’t here — a prior commitment will see them, along with Shah Rukh Khan and Katrina Kaif among others, shaking hands, signing autographs and posing for pictures with 50,000 Indians in Chicago. A Meet-and-Greet with Bollywood’s big stars has been organised as an Independence Day treat for Indian fans in the US today and tomorrow, in Chicago and Houston respectively.

Tomorrow is Saif’s birthday... so it will be a double whammy for old fans and new of the actor-producer who is riding a big high with the super success of his first home production. Before they flew to the US on Thursday night, Bollywood’s most photogenic and happening couple waved the flag and said “Jai ho!” to DT readers. They’d have loved to be here today, of course — swine flu notwithstanding, but the fans abroad have been waiting from ever since...

Kareena is used to the flag hoisting scene. As a child, she would hold elder sis Karisma Kapoor’s hand and toddle off to the RK Studios in Chembur in Mumbai where grandfather Raj Kapoor had a ceremony every Independence Day for the children in the family. Holi, rang barse and bhang, Rajji had for the elders! Then, when Karisma entered Bollywood and the sisters stayed with their mother in Lokhandwala, as a girl of nine or ten she used to attend the housing society’s Independence Day functions. But for the last five years, now, she has been out of the country on August 15. And while the patriotic surge is there, the ears strain to catch Jana Gana Mana wherever she is, it’s not the same as being in India on Independence Day.

Saif, on the other hand, remembers early Independence Days spent at the family’s royal seat in Pataudi, Bhopal, where they had their own flag and coat of arms. His father, Mansoor Ali Khan, was the ninth and last Nawab of Pataudi before Indira Gandhi abolished royal entitlements in 1971 by an amendment to the Constitution. The royal flag came down (he remembers it fluttering from his grandmother’s car) and the Indian tricolour came up at Pataudi. Today, despite the royal blood, and over Kareena’s protests that he sometimes acts like a little angrez, MAK Pataudi’s only son is as Indian is his Punjabi lady love. See the pride in their eyes as they wave the flag? That’s what we mean.

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Kareena Kapoor: Critics will love me in Kurbaan

2009-08-11T22:25:00.000-07:00

Kareena has played a prostitute, a bubbly girl-next-door and the ultimate glamour queen in her almost decade-long career, but Kareena Kapoor says “Kurbaan” has given her the opportunity to sink her teeth into one of the best roles in her career.

“I am so confident that in ‘Kurbaan’, audiences will take to my character in a big way,” said Kareena, who looks forward to playing a variety of roles across different genres of films.

“Especially after ‘Kambakkht Ishq’, they would see a different me in the film,” Kareena told IANS.

A Karan Johar production, “Kurbaan” is directed by first time director Rensil D’Silva and has terrorism as its background.

“The girl’s role is very strong in ‘Kurbaan’ and I have worked really hard on my performance. I’m expecting a lot from the film,” said the actress, who has won critical acclaim for her performance in “Dev” and “Omkara”.

Kareena is paired with boyfriend Saif Ali Khan in “Kurbaan”, which also stars Vivek Oberoi, Dia Mirza, Kirron Kher and Om Puri in principal roles.

The actress says she is once again expecting accolades from critics for her performance in the film.

“Well frankly, this is one film where I am expecting both box-office success and huge critical acclaim. The film is extremely well made and, to add to that, quite topical,” she said confidently.

With music by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy and Salim-Sulaiman, “Kurbaan” is aiming for a November release.

For Kareena, 2009 would be an eventful year as it would also see the release of Rajkumar Hirani’s “3 Idiots”, where she is paired opposite Aamir Khan, and debutant director Prem R. Soni’s “Main Aur Mrs. Khanna” with Salman Khan.

After being in the industry for close to a decade, doesn’t she aspire for more awards?

“See, ever since I began my career, I have always maintained that I want to be a star actress. I should give the kind of confidence to filmmakers that I can carry off any role confidently. Whether it is a Geet (’Jab We Met’) or a Dolly (’Omkara’), Simrita (’Kambakkht Ishq’) or the character I play in ‘Kurbaan’ - I am mixing it up all.

“For me, work is like a passion and when I do a film, I don’t really think of commercial gains or awards. What is most important for me is to be engaged in some quality stuff. I sign a film because I like to enact the character that I have been offered. If box office success and awards come then, well, it’s great,” she said.

Saif, Kareena spend a day with his parents

2009-08-04T06:02:00.000-07:00

With the stress of his first production “Love Aaj Kal” finally over and elated with the positive audience response, Saif Ali Khan decided to unwind by spending time with his parents. And girlfriend Kareena Kapoor joined in, making it a real cosy affair.

“I was a little under the weather on Friday (August 1) and very anxious about how ‘Love Aaj Kal’ will be received. But now I’m fine. Yes, Kareena and I were chilling out with abba (Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi) and amma (Sharmila Tagore) all day on Friday,” Saif told IANS.

Saif flew into Delhi for a special screening of “Love Aaj Kal” on Thursday. After the event, rest of the “Love Aaj Kal” cast and crew flew back – director Imtiaz Ali to Mumbai, Deepika Padukone to London, but Saif stayed back.

The film released on Friday and got an overwhelming response.

“The reports coming in about ‘Love Aaj Kal’ are very encouraging. Both the reviews and the box office collections have been very generous. I couldn’t have hoped for a better start as a producer,” said the actor

According to a source, “It was just Saif, Kareena and his parents bonding the whole day far away from any intrusion. Not even their cell phones were allowed.

“It was one of the most joyful family reunions and Saif came out of the day totally rejuvenated and more convinced than ever that Kareena is indeed the Chhoti Begum of the Pataudi family.”

Kareena Kapoor - Stardust Magazine (August 2009)

2009-07-26T06:54:00.000-07:00

Kareena Kapoor - Stardust Magazine (August 2009). Kareena Kapoor graces the cover of Stardust magazine for the month of August 2009. At present , Kareena Kapoor is undoubtdly one of the hottest girl of bollywood. Kareena’s recent movie Kambakht Ishq got above average tag. Check Kareena Kapoor on the cover of Stardust Magazine.
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Kareena to become Priyanka Gandhi

2009-07-25T06:11:00.000-07:00

While Katrina becomes Sonia Gandhi in Rajneeti for Prakash Jha, it’s Kareena’s turn to become Priyanka Gandhi for Sudhir Mishra’s Dhruv.

While Katrina is seen wearing cotton sarees like Mrs.Sonia in her flick, Kareena will glamourise the word politican in her movie.

Director Sudhir says, “That stereotypical look goes against the young, dynamic, honest and incorruptible image of the new Indian politician. Kareena in Dhruv will be dressed how you’d expect a beautiful and glamorous people’s representative to be. Look at today’s young smart politicians. They wear what they’re comfortable in.”

If you remember, Kareena’s printed-saree look for Chameli was a craze. I feel Kareena’s politician’s look will also be a craze.”

Kareena as politician!!! Well she fits the bill, ain’t she?

Kareena Kapoor on long shopping binge

2009-07-24T11:15:00.000-07:00

Having been designated a style icon, Kareena Kapoor now intends to go on a long shopping binge in various fashion capitals and also cut her hair.

Kareena's Kambakkht dress worth Rs 8 lakh

"I have to. I've no choice. I'm looked at as a fashion statement. Very tiring, but flattering. Dress designer Aki Narula has set impossible standards of fashion for me through my films. Now I've no choice but to live up to those standards. I've raised the bar for fashion," Kareena said.

"After Kambakkht Ishq, in Qurbaan, Aki has again made me look so special," added the actress who gives the credit for her Kambakkht... look to Aki.

Beauty is in my genes: Kareena Kapoor

"He went shopping for my clothes and accessories. This may be a film, but I've never worked harder. In terms of styling and body language even dance and drama, I really worked hard. I wanted it to be a phataka kind of role. I wanted the audience to come out breathless," said Kareena, who may soon be off on a shopping expedition to fashion hubs such as Milan, Paris, London and New York.

"It becomes tiring for everything I wear to be in the media glare. I constantly need to be well-dressed. It's a price I've to pay, in more ways than one. I don't have a choice but to have my wardrobe filled with choices.

An evening in Paris with Kareena

"Nowadays when I go abroad, I find myself spending more time in shops than holidaying. It's a responsibility. And I do need to be chic all the time. But my being a fashion icon also depends on my attitude and mood of the moment," said the actress.

Asked if has she shifted loyalties from dress designer Manish Malhotra to Aki, she said: "I love Aki's work and plan to use his clothes very often. But Manish and I go back a long way. He dressed up my sister to stardom and then me. We're not the kind of people who move on in our friendships.

"I'm back with Manish Malhotra in 3 Idiots and the remake of Stepmom. I'll be dressed up as a stylish young girl. I'm planning to cut my hair. I'm really proud to be called stylish. I like that," said the actress.

The selection of clothes and designer depends upon the roles, says Kareena.

"In Jab We Met, I was simply dressed in salwar-kameez. In my forthcoming films Qurbaan and 3 Idiots, I'm minimalist in my clothes.

"But Kambakkht Ishq was about beautiful surfaces and shallow people. I had to dress immaculately. The standards for a heroine's look and styling had to be raised. In terms of clothes, hair and makeup we've done that in Kambakkht Ishq. The fact is, I wanted to look very different. I wanted to look larger than life," she said.

But the actress says she is equally comfortable playing a girl next door like she did in Omkara.

"If I can carry off Kolhapuri chappals in Omkara, I'm equally at home in Jimmy Choos in Kambakkht Ishq. I'm equally proud of both kind of films. Madhuri (Dixit) did a Mrityudand and a Choli ke peeche (in Khalnayak) side by side. Look at the film actors like Madhuri, my sister Karisma, Saif Ali Khan and Akshay did in the 1990s. And look where they got! I guess I was lucky."