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Video and Photo Gallery: Rajesh Khanna laid to rest in presence of thousands fans and Bollywood celebrities, grandson Aarav lit pyre

2012-07-19T11:54:00.001-07:00

MUMBAI, India (Thu, Jul 19) – India’s first superstar Rajesh Khanna was laid to rest today in Paramhans crematorium in Vile Parle. Thousands of fans gathered to pay their last tribute to legendary Bollywood star who passed away in Mumbai after a protracted illness on Wednesday (July 18).

Rajesh Khanna Funeral: Thousand pay last tribute to India's first superstar on his last journey

The funeral procession of superstar started at about 10:15 am (LOCAL TIME) on Thursday morning and reached the crematorium at around 11:00 am. Fans threw flowers at the glass casket in which Khanna’s body was kept and walked along with the procession that carried the body of the star.

Rajesh Khanna Funeral: Thousand pay last tribute to India's first superstar on his last journey

Accompanying the star on his final journey was his separated wife, actress Dimple Kapadia, elder son-in-law Akshay Kumar, younger daughter Rinkee Khanna, her husband Sameer Saran and grandson Aarav. The last rites were performed by Khanna’s elder daughter Twinkle Khanna, her husband Akshay Kumar and their son Aarav.

Rajesh Khanna Funeral: Thousand pay last tribute to India's first superstar on his last journey

"Aarav lit the pyre and Akshay Kumar assisted him," the late superstar`s close friend Vijay Zaveri.

Despite the rain, besides thousands of fans gathered to pay tribute to Bollywood`s first superstar Rajesh Khanna. Celebrities like Karan Johar, Rani Mukerji, Kareena Kapoor, Karisma Kapoor,Abhishek Bachchan and Amitabh Bachchan were also present at the crematorium.

Rajesh Khanna Funeral: Thousand pay last tribute to India's first superstar on his last journey

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Shahrukh Khan: Filmi Don or Cricket villain – To be decided by Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA)

2012-05-18T00:23:00.003-07:00

MUMBAI, India (Fri, May 18) – Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan, aka King Khan, may face an entry ban in Mumbai cricket stadium as a consequence of a fight with stadium security staff and officials during an Indian Premier League (IPL 2012) match on Wednesday night.

Shahrukh Khan: Filmi Don or Cricket villain – To be decided by Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA)

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is scheduled to hold a meeting today (Friday, May 18) to discuss a move to ban Shahrukh Khan from entering Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium.

Vilasrao Deshmukh, the president of MCA, had said earlier that there was a suggestion before the association to ban Mr Khan from entering the stadium. Deshmukh will preside the MCA meeting today to decide on the issue.

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Shahrukh Khan Breaks His Rib While His 'Don 2' Breaks Box Office Records in North America

2012-01-04T01:35:00.000-08:00

MUMBAI, India (Jan. 04) – Bollywood’s King Khan is not having a very great new year as it is reported that Shahrukh Khan hurt his ribs while playing soccer with his daughter Suhana during their new year holidays visit in Dubai.

Shahrukh Khan breaks his rib playing soccer with daughter Sunhana during holidays in Dubai

On the other hand; SRK’s ‘Don 2’ is making big leaps on box office, especially in North America. The movie has grossed a whopping $3.3 million through January 2 exceeding $2.5 million of Khan’s superhero flick Ra.One and also grossed more than Salman Khan’s 2011 hits Bodyguard and Ready – combined.

The movie has also set a new standard record for the all-time biggest opening week for a Bollywood movie in North America collecting $2.64 million beating the $2.55 million that Shahrukh’s My Name is Khan earned in its first seven days in February 2010.

The action thriller Don 2, starring Shahrukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra in lead roles, was released in 3,105 theatres in India and also had a wonderful beginning in the domestic Box Office. According to koimoi.com, Don 2 made Rs 19.16 crore over its second weekend taking its two week total to Rs 94.48 crore (all-India net collections).

Vidya Balan's 'The Dirty Picture': The most viewed film on Indian mobile phones

2011-12-29T07:42:00.000-08:00

MUMBAI, India (Dec 29) – Bollywood flick ‘The Dirty Picture’ starring Vidya Balan, Naseeruddin Shah, Tushar Kapoor and Imran Hashmi is the most viewed film on Indian mobile phones, revealed by an independent mobile company.

According to reports, ‘Among the most watched Indian videos on mobile, cinema related content reigned supreme and out of them ‘The Dirty Picture’ was the most watched, with over 13,24,000 mobile views.’

Bollywood’s superhero flick ‘Ra.One’ starring Shahrukh Khan and Kareena Kapoor spotted as second and surprisingly the famous Tanglish song ‘Kolaveri Di’ which has received nearly 30 million hits on YouTube came in third.

Pakistani model and actress Veena Malik and Indo-Canadian porn star Sunny Leone were also in the running.

Although this is big news for the team of ‘The Dirty Picture’ its fair to say that because the film released earlier this month, people are still interested to know more about it. However, the song, ‘Ooh La La Tu Hai Meri Fantasy’ has got more than 3 millions hits on YouTube alone, which is still fairly high for any Bollywood song.

Watch below video of ‘Ooh La La Tu Hai Meri Fantasy’ song from 'The Dirty Pictures':

Shiv Sena's Bal Thackeray Demanded Veena Malik's Exit Due to ISI Connections

2011-12-20T09:13:00.000-08:00

NEW DELHI, India (Dec. 20) – All Pakistani artists, including Veena Malik, should be sent back to their country, demanded by Bal Thackeray.

Shiv Sena's Bal Thackeray Demanded Veena Malik Exit from India

The leader of Shiv Sena burst out against Veena Malik in his editorial in the party's organ Saamna. "Veena Malik is a blot on our country's culture. Who is Veena Malik? Why is so many disturbances being raised about her?" The News International quoted Thackeray as saying.

"She goes missing for some days and it appears to be a publicity stunt... Sometimes she does obscene acts in Bigg Boss and sometimes she gets herself photographed in the nude for magazines," he said.

"Veena is not such a big actress from Pakistan that we should go on praising her," he added.

Thackeray also expressed his anger on other artists from her country performing in Bollywood.

"There is a trend in Bollywood to hire Pakistani artistes. Pakistani actors come to India and do not want to leave. People from Pakistan come to India to watch cricket matches and suddenly vanish. It's difficult to say whether they work for terror outfits or not," he said.

"On the other side, Pakistani government doesn't even give visas to our artistes. There is a virtual ban on entry of Amitabh Bachchan, Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhonsle in Pakistan.

"Dolly Bindra says, Veena Malik has ISI connections. If that is so, the person who gave her visa should be jailed," he added.

He signed off this editorial saying that 'we should clean up our country and send Veena Malik to hell'.

Pakistani Actress Veena Malik Missing Mysteriously from the Set of "Mumbai 125 Km"

2011-12-16T22:07:00.000-08:00

MUMBAI, India (Dec. 17) – Controversial Pakistani actress Veena Malik has been repordtely missing mysteriously for more than 24 hours and her cell phone was also inaccessible since then, Indian media says.

Pakistani Actress Veena Malik Missing Mysteriously from the Set of "Mumbai 125 Km"

According to details; Veena Malik left the shooting yesterday about 5:00 am without recording of the last scene scheduled for the day, her manager said. Veena Malik has been busy in a Bollywood film “Mumbai 125 Kilometers” in recent past.

Her manager talking to media said, “Veena was on the set for the whole night yesterday, but left the set in the morning and her phone is not reachable.” He received the last text message from Veena Malik stating that she was sad and not well.

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Watch VIDEO: Bollywood's King Khan Offered Lady Gaga to be His Leading Lady in Next Film

2011-12-13T06:21:00.000-08:00

MUMBAI, India – Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan, also known as King Khan, offered Lady Gaga to be part of his next Hindi film in a lead character.

Shahrukh Khan interviewing pop queen Lady Gaga

During an interview aired on ‘UTV Bindass’; Shahrukh Khan said that he would love to cast Lady Gaga in one of his Bollywood productions. In reply the singing sensation told that she would love to be part of Bollywood film but in any small role rather than being engaged in the leading role.

In this 12-minute video of an hour-long interview during Lady Gaga’s visit to India, Shahrukh Khan himself asks the pop icon on shopping in New Delhi and her plans to sing a Hindi song. He then teaches her Hindi by telling a few key phrases, including how to address her trademark “little monsters” when on the subcontinent.

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Bollywood's 'evergreen romantic superstar' Dev Anand passed away at 88 in London

2011-12-03T20:18:00.000-08:00

LONDON - The 'evergreen romantic superstar' and legendary actor of Indian cinema, Dev Anand, passed away in London on Saturday night following a cardiac arrest. He was 88.

Dev Anand died at 88 in London

Dev Anand breathed last in the presence of his son Sunil, family sources reported. According to details; Dev Anand was not feeling quite well since last few days and was in London for medical check up.

Another living legend of Bollywood Amitabh Bachchan, aka Big B, on Sunday morning tweeted, "Just reading news about Dev Saheb.. praying it is not true... He was such a positive person.. never associated death with him.."

Dev Anand made his debut as an actor in 1946 in 'Hum Ek Hain'. By the time his 'Ziddi' was released in 1947 he was a superstar and has never looked back.

Versatile Dev Anand has given countless hits like 'Paying Guest', 'Baazi', 'Jewel Thief ', 'CID', 'Johny Mera Naam', 'Amir Garib', 'Warrant', 'Hare Rama Hare Krishna' and 'Des

Pardes'.

Aishwarya Rai, Former Miss World and Bachchan's Bahu, Delivers Baby "K" Today (Wednesday, November 16)

2011-11-16T01:34:00.000-08:00

Ashwarya Rai Pregnant

MUMBAI, India (Nov. 16) – India’s famous Bachchan family is having some wonderful time as they welcome the new member in the family. Beauty queen Aishwarya Rai, former miss world and wife of Abhishek Bachchan has delivered a baby girl today morning – Wednesday, November 16, 2011.

The well-known numerologist Bhavikk Sanghvi, who has predicted a baby girl for Abhi and Ash long before delivery, has given today the ideal letter to start the newborn baby’s name based on numerology.

"The girl is born on 16 which makes her number 7 (Ketu) person that is ruled by number 2 (moon). Her sun-sign is Scorpio - number 9 (Mars). Her destiny number is 4 (Rahu) ", said Bhavikk disclosing all the numbers associated with the newborn.

"Her rashi is Mithun and so her name should ideally start with the alphabet 'K'," he concluded in the end.

Predicting further about the newborn baby Bhavikk told that the Bachchan baby would be a sensitive child needing love and care all the way. “As far as her career is concerned, she should be good at creative, media or artistic field like her parents,” he said based on baby’s star Sagittarius (Dhanu).

The whole of India and Bachchan fan club around the globe is really wishing good health to the mother and the baby and heaps of happiness to the Bachchan family.

Indian Ghazal King Jagjit Singh Passed Away at 70 in Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai

2011-10-10T00:33:00.000-07:00

Tum itna jo muskura rahay ho ... kia gham hy jisko chupa rahay ho ....... R.I.P. Jagjit Singh.

Jagjit Singh Passed Away at 70 in Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai

Famous Indian singer Jagjit Singh has passed away today (Monday, Oct. 10) morning at Lilavati hospital in Mumbai at the age of 70. Popularly known as the "Ghazal King", Singh sang in a number of languages.

Jagjit Singh, who was famed for his semi-classical Ghazal songs, suffered from a stroke in September and had been in a coma in hospital ever since.

India’s Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Monday expressed his condolence on the death of noted ghazal singer Jagjit Singh, saying he would be remembered for his "golden voice".

Noting that he is among Jagjit's admirers, the Prime Minister said he shared the sorrow of his fans

He is survived by his wife, Chitra Singh, who herself is also a leading ghazal singer. They had commercial success with songs recorded together in the 1970s and 1980s.

Singh's admirers say he revolutionised ghazal music and made it accessible to the wider public.

He also sang tracks for a number of popular movies, including Sarfarosh.

He was the first prominent ghazal singer from India in a genre dominated by Pakistani singers.

"He was the first real ghazal singer from India. Before him there were clones. The poetry in his music was beautiful," actor Anupam Kher said in a tribute.

"His music was gentle, soothing and went to your heart."

Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas said that Singh had made ghazal so accessible that his audiences "could sing along with him".

Jagjit Singh recorded more than 50 albums, many of them major commercial successes.

Shahrukh Khan Managed Big B's Name Associated with Ra.One Project

2011-10-08T11:35:00.000-07:00

MUMBAI, India (Oct. 8) – As the release of Bollywood’s superhero flick “Ra.One” is coming closer; it is managing to capture more attractions associated with it.

Amitabh Bachan's Surprised Entry in Project 'Ra.One'

According to a latest media report; the legendary Amitabh Bachan (aka Big B) has been engaged by Shahrukh Khan for a voiceover to introduce a game based on the Ra.One. The latest engagement by Bollywood’s megastar Big B followed Rajinikanth guest act in mega-budget movie featuring Shahrukh Khan and Kareena Kapoor.

Big B, famous for his distinctive vocal tone, arrived on Thursday morning to do a voiceover for the movie. He left Oscar-winning sound designer Resul Pookutty surprised by his skill and dexterity.

"He came and finished his work in no time. We wanted him to introduce the game 'RA.One' in the film in his voice. His presence has changed the whole film. I wanted to have Amitji involved in our film somehow. Now the introduction of the game is in his voice. This is the best way I could bring Amitji into the project," said Pookutty.

Mr. Bachan has earlier been involved with Khan's production house when he did a cameo role in "Paheli". Khan and Bachan have also acted together in three blockbusters "Mohabbatein", "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham" and "Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna".

I will give up smoking after 'Ra.One' releases: Shahrukh Khan

2011-10-05T02:11:00.000-07:00

MUMBAI, India – Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan's earlier efforts to quit smoking couldn’t materialize positively; but now King Khan again shows his intentions to say good bye to cigarettes and smoking after the release of his superhero flick 'Ra.One'.

I will give up smoking after 'Ra.One' releases: Shahrukh Khan

The new superhero of Hindi cinema talking to media during a promotional event of his movie said, "I want to give up smoking and will soon do it. Even my daughter keeps on asking me when I will quit it. I will give up the habit after 'Ra.One' releases."

Ra.One claims to show ten curses in the world and smoking is also a curse, which affects the health of an individual.

"There is one scene in Ra.One, which speaks about the ill-effects of cigarettes, which is in the form of conversation between father and son," Khan further said.

Even, on 'World No Tobacco Day', Shahrukh Khan had said he would try to give up this dangerous habit.

Poonam Pandey Releases New Series of Nude Photos on Twitter to Motivate Indian Cricket Team

2011-09-05T03:26:00.000-07:00

MUMBAI, India - Mumbai-based Indian model Poonam Pandey made a buzz around the internet, even bigger than the ICC World Cup Final, when her statement came online expressing her intentions to bare all once India would win the World Cup final.

Poonam Pandey's New Series of Nude Photos on Twitter

Poonam Pandey vanished from the scene after getting all the media attention when India beat Sri Lanka in the World Cup Final but now, to revitalize the Team India having a miserable England tour right now, Poonam Pandey has partially fulfilled her promise. She posted an image of herself in a bikini on the micro blogging site Twitter, which she calls a 'Motivational Surprise' for the Indian team.

She tweeted: "The world will see that I lived up to my inspiration. Now, I am sure my team will beat England. Our time has come... the Pics r in Series every Match they win in England will release More... but for now its a Inspirational one for them."

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'Up Close and Personal with PZ' - - Chat Show with Preity Zinta be Aired on UTV Starts from September 3

2011-08-20T06:19:00.000-07:00

Dimple girl Preity Zinta last hosted the show Guinness Book of World Records: Ab India Todega on Colors.

'Up Close and Personal with PZ': Preity Zinta's New Small Screen Assignment

Reportedly, Preity Zinta joins the chat show bandwagon on the small screen with her upcoming show 'Up Close and Personal with PZ', where she will be seen having a freewheeling talk with Bollywood stars.

On the UTV show, Preity will be chatting with celebrities about their journey via personal quizzes, career maps, prodding some dark secrets, hidden talents and impromptu tests on acting and dancing skills.

“I am very excited about the show as I feel it is the perfect platform for me to connect with the audiences while giving them access and to know the real stars,” Preity said at the show’s launch.

The show will be aired on UTV Stars from September 3.

Regular Cycling: Salman Khan's New Workout Plan to Keep Himself Fit

2011-08-20T06:07:00.000-07:00

Mumbai - Dabangg Salman Khan is not only riding his luck in these days but reportedly he is now riding a bicycle to keep himself fit and most 'wanted' among Bollywood Khans.

Regular Cycling: Salman Khan's New Workout Plan to Keep Himself Fit

Salman Khan is sweating it out while juggling between work around his two upcoming films Bodyguard and Ek Tha Tiger.

Salman is among the few actors in Bollywood who always look their physical best. To remain fit, this time he has come with a time-saving alternative to working out - regular cycling!

While Salman is working on the promotions of Bodyguard , at the same time he is engaged in shooting for his next, Ek Tha Tiger. This has left Salman with almost no time to exercise.

A source reveals, "Salman does not believe in missing on his workout sessions. But with his blocked schedules, the only time he finds from his hectic schedule is while travelling from promotional events of Bodyguard to the sets of Ek Tha Tiger. The maverick actor sweats it out cycling from one location to the other."

Salman worked out aggressively to acquire a comparatively leaner look for the climax in Bodyguard and he plans to maintain it. And thus, his regular workout session cannot be missed out.

Cycling for a few hours in the day has become an essential part of this bodyguard's routine and Salman is indeed paying good attention to his body.

Bodyguard is Salman's and Kareena's upcoming Eid release. It will be the third Eid release of Salman after blockbusters like Wanted (2009) and Dabangg (2010).

Be Real to Audience: Aamir Khan Not Interested to Play a 'Superhero'

2011-08-20T05:57:00.000-07:00

MUMBAI: Superhero movies are becoming increasingly popular in Bollywood, with the new Shahrukh Khan movie Ra-one expected to be released soon.

Aamir Khan Not Interested to Play a 'Superhero'

But not all Bollywood actors are eager to don the superhero outfit. At least, Aamir Khan is not interested in that genre.

The Bollywood buzz has it that the actor has been flooded with offers to play a superhero but he has not warmed to any. Instead he wants to look at scripts that are real to his audience.

Bollywood's Black Beauty Bipasha Basu Set to Dazzle in 'Raaz 3'

2011-08-20T05:44:00.000-07:00

Bollywood actress Bipasha Basu has been signed up for the third instalment of the film Raaz.

Bollywood's Black Beauty Bipasha Basu Set to Dazzle in 'Raaz 3'

"So it is official now...the cast of Raaz 3 - Emraan, Jacqueline and .....Bipasha Basu!," filmmaker Vikram Bhatt said on micro-blogging site Twitter.

"Bipasha fans out there! How do you like the name Shanaya for her Character in Raaz 3?," he asked.

Bhatt's 2002 thriller Raaz was a big commercial success and it brought in a lot of appreciation for Bipasha. She received her first Best Actress nomination at the Filmfare for her role in the film.

Directed by Bhatt, Raaz had Bipasha and Dino Morea in the lead, while a sequel, released in 2009 (Raaz - The Mystery Continues) had Emraan Hashmi and Kangana Ranaut and was directed by Mohit Suri.

After almost a decade, Bipasha is returning to the Raaz franchise, to be directed by Bhatt again this time.

"A big shout out to a dear friend thevikrambhatt! Do welcome him to twitterverse! Looking forward to Raaz 3," an excited Bipasha said on twitter.

Bhatt returns to Vishesh Films for Raaz 3. He started his career in 1992 with the production house's Jaanam, and went on to do four more films with it, including the first of the Raaz series, and Footpath (2003).

Happy Birthday to Chote Nawab: Bollywood's 4th Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Turns 41 Today

2011-08-16T04:53:00.000-07:00

Fourth Khan of Bollywood, Saif Ali Khan, turns 41 today (Tuesday/August 16) as his latest released film AARAKSHAN made lots of news in recent times.

The Chote Nawab, as he is popularly called in B-town, shun his cool dude image and emerged in a new avatar with moustache and a different hairstyle for AARAKSHAN.

The film also features Deepika Padukone and Amitabh Bachchan. Dealing on the controversial topic of caste-based reservation system in education, the Prakash Jha directed film has attracted the grudge of several political parties.

Saif's career in films has always been a roller-coaster ride. His initial days in the B-town have been cold and insignificant.

With long hairs and a cute smile, Saif may have attracted few of his female fans but as his films never made a mark on the box office.

It was with HUM SAATH-SAATH HAIN that he started making an impact on the audience with his witty dialogues.

His critics and fans appreciated his role in Karan Johar's KAL HO NAA HO and Farhan Akhtar's debut film DIL CHAHTA HAI.

But it was perhaps with HUM TUM and PARINEETA that made Indian audience witness a matured and smart Saif.

Today, Saif is rightly being known as the fourth Khan of B-town, joining the list superstars like Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan and Salman Khan.

Fans to Choose Moustache for Akshay Kumar's Character in Upcoming Project 'Rowdy Rathore'

2011-08-08T02:22:00.000-07:00

Akshay Kumar in Rowdy Rathore

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar is considered to be one of the few actors in Bollywood who can convincingly play both, an urban metrosexual man as well as a rusty villager. With his brawny physique and ruff features, Akshay has never had a difficulty in playing the macho man, be it the sauve Raj Malhotra in ‘Aitraaz’ or the rustic Arjun Singh in ‘Namastey London’.

Now again, Akshay is all set to entertain his fans in a similar avatar in ‘Rowdy Rathore’. The film is being produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, directed by Prabhudeva and has Sonakshi Sinha in the female lead. The makers have decided to have Akshay sport a moustache in the film so that the original rowdiness of the actor comes out in fair measure. The production house associated with the film has launched a campaign to elicit suggestions from Akshay Kumar fans about what type of moustache would suit the actor best.

Reportedly, Akshay is also learning an offensive variant of Karate named ‘Combat Karate’ in preparation for his role in ‘Rowdy Rathore’. Seems the actor is all set to return to his first love….kick ass action!!

Ekta Kapoor Held at Mumabi Airport for Undeclared Goods

2011-08-08T02:07:00.000-07:00

Television and film producer Ekta Kapoor was detained at the airport here on her way back from Bangkok Sunday night for carrying undeclared goods and released after she paid duty, an official said.

"She was intercepted while she passed the green channel for carrying undeclared goods. She was released after paying a penalty of Rs.50,000," Deputy Commissioner of Customs (Airport) Sameer Wankhede told reporters Monday.

Kapoor is the latest in a long line of celebrities held by the Mumbai customs department for carrying undeclared goods.

On June 27, actress Anushka Sharma was detained at the Mumbai airport for carrying undeclared jewellery worth Rs.35 lakh. She was on her way back to India after attending the IIFA awards at Toronto.

On June 7, Bollywood actress Mallika Sherawat`s brother Vikram Lamba was detained for carrying excess foreign currency and dutiable items.

On May 26, Bipasha Basu had to pay duty of Rs.13,000 for carrying excess baggage.

A few days before that, on May 18, another Bollywood actress, Minissha Lamba, was detained for 16 hours by the customs department for carrying undeclared jewellery worth nearly Rs.50 lakh.

Katrina Kaif and Karan Johar Part Their Ways Due to Kat's Tight Schedule Ahead

2011-08-05T23:56:00.000-07:00

Katrina Kaif and Karan Johar Part Their Ways Due to Tight Schedule Ahead

Despite of trying to work dates for close friend Karan Johar’s film, to be directed by Ayan Mukherjee, Bollywood’s favorite leading lady, Katrina Kaif had to opt out of the film due to prior commitments.

Currently working around her schedule for, Ek Tha Tiger and Aditya Chopra’s untitled next with Shah Rukh Khan, Katrina was very keen on working with Karan Johar, but couldn’t rework her dates, thanks to schedules that were already set in place.

A friend of Katrina says, “Katrina Kaif had to turn down the film with Karan and Ayan Mukherjee, both of them are very close to her. She tried her best to accommodate the dates, but it was not possible, since she had already committed to, Ek Tha Tiger and Aditya’s film with Shah Rukh Khan. She is however, looking forward to working with them in the near future.”

Priyanka Chopra to sing for US-based Universal Music Group and Desi Hits

2011-08-05T23:47:00.000-07:00

Priyanka Chopra is playing a pop singer, not on reel but in real life. The Bollywood actress is writing and recording for her debut music album which will be released on an international platform.

Priyanka Chopra to sing for US-based Universal Music Group and Desi Hits

Chopra has signed a worldwide recording agreement with the US-based Universal Music Group and Desi Hits, a fusion entertainment company that gives a platform to artistes of Indian and South Asian origins.

The actress said on Friday that singing was her long-cherished dream which was finally coming true.

"I am excited about getting an opportunity to present my musical dimension on a world platform," added Chopra, who is a trained Western classical singer.

"I will be working with some of the most illustrious names in the international music industry. This is a fascinating new experience and I am thoroughly enjoying the journey," she said.

To be sung in English, the songs are written by the actress whose musical career will be managed in the West by Troy Carter who also manages Lady Gaga.

"Priyanka's foray into the American music industry meets the vision of our company which strives to fuse the best of the eastern and western culture to create good music," said Anjula Acharia-Bath, CEO of Desi Hits.

Recording labels associated with the project can't stop raving about their association with the Bollywood heroine.

"Pop music has always had a love affair with Indian culture and with Priyanka's talent, we have the opportunities to push the boundaries of popular culture," said Jimmy Iovine, chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M Records.

Anthony Saleh, executive vice-president and general manager of Atom Factory, felt the actress had the ability to redefine world pop music.

Bollywood insiders said there are several digital 'voice altering' tools these days that can make anybody sound melodious by auto tuning and pitch correction.

“However, no software can alter the basic texture and characteristics of a voice without sounding flat and artificial," said a leading music composer.

Kareena Kapoor in Bodyguard - - Desi Avatar, Desi Look But Looking Better Than Ever

2011-08-05T23:32:00.000-07:00

Kareena Kapoor and Salman Khan in Upcoming Bollywood Flick "Bodyguard"

Bollywood Czarina Kareena Kapoor, renowned for her sense of style and fashion, is ready to scorch the big screen yet again in her forthcoming film, Bodyguard.

Sporting a desi avatar in the film, styled by Manish Malhotra, Kareena Kapoor has regained her curves and is still maintaining her fitness quotient. The actress is looking better than ever in the film.

Immaculate as ever, Kareena sports some signature cocktail saris, bright kurtas and exotic jewellery that the designer sourced from across the country.

Says a source, “Kareena Kapoor goes ethnic in Bodyguard, with mostly Indian traditional clothes. Most of the outfits, she will wear, are bright colors and have embroidered patch crochet and threadwork. She is looking like a million bucks in some of the outfits and can give any of her contemporaries a run for their money.”

Says Kareena, “A woman can be glamorous in any avatar - be it a bikini or a sari. To me, looking the part and playing the character right is more important that just looking glamorous."

India International Jewellery Week (IIJW): Mahima Chaudhary and Zeenat Aman Sizzled Wearing the Beautiful Collections by Sawansukha Jewellers

2011-08-03T20:20:00.000-07:00

Mahima Chaudhary and Zeenat Aman Sizzled Wearing the Beautiful Collections by Sawansukha Jewellers at IIWJ

Bollywood actress Mahima Chaudhary and former glamour queen Zeenat Aman walked down the ramp by wearing the beautiful collections by Sawansukha Jewellers.

Mahima Chaudhary at IIJW

Sawansukha Jewellers, the traditional jewellery makers from Kolkata participated in the second edition of India International Jewellery Week (IIJW) in Mumbai and on the third day of the event former Bollywood sex symbol Zeenat Aman sizzled the ramp.

Inspired from the ‘Navratnas’ (nine gems) the collection that was presented by the jewellery house in the event was named “Celestial Divas”. It mainly aimed at the bride of the 21st century.

IIJW is presented by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council.

The collection included magnificent collars with moulded triangular diamond pieces, the heart shaped emerald pendants, the asymmetric swirl of onyx edging an uncut diamond collar, diamonds flowing into rows of gold circular spirals and the chandelier earrings with pearl drops were part of this collection.

The beauty of the collection reached a separate height with the innovative plaited diamond piece that has matching earrings and ‘kada’.

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Mahima Chaudhary and Zeenat Aman

Kareena Kapoor in the Shoes of Aishwariya Rai for Madur Bhandarkar's "Heroine"

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Madhur Bhandarkar latest project ‘Heroine’ is talk of the tinsel town after Aishwariya Rai Bachan had been dumped for playing the lead female role in the movie due to her pregnancy news.

Kareena Kapoor in the Shoes of Aishwariya Rai for Madur Bhandarkar's "Heroine"

New rumours and speculations have been buzzing around regarding the new heroine of the movie since the fall of Aishwariya. In the long series of speculations the latest one is about Kareena Kapoor, who will be the new female lead for the Madhur Bhandarkar’s ‘Heroine’.

However, there are no comments from Bhandarkar on the latest buzz; but on 19th July 2011, he tweeted saying: “No one has been finalised to play the lead in “HEROINE” till now. I request to Pls dismiss all the baseless rumours & speculation.”

Reports claim that the final race between Priyanka Chopra and Kareena Kapoor for the role was won by Kareena who accepted the offer of the role. A quote from Kareena on accepting the role says: “I’ve said yes to Madhur and okayed the script. Now the dates and fee etc are being worked out.”

The shooting of ‘Heroine’ was stopped just after 10 days of first cut when Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s pregnancy news hit the showbiz world, leavinging Bhandarkar into a state of torment and despair.