Kareena Kapoor's mantra – Mani, Mani, Mani
Actress Kareena Kapoor holds filmmaker Mani Ratnam in high esteem.The gorgeous damsel has been an ardent fan of Mani Ratnam for a long time now. She claims to have seen all of Ratnam’s movies. She has watched Roja and Bombay many times.Her dream to work with the talented filmmaker came true two years ago with
Yuva in which she was paired with Vivek Oberoi. Kareena says Ratnam is a filmmaker who extracts the best out of his actors.To drive her point home, she is full of appreciation for Abhishek Bachchan ’s performance in Ratnam’s latest flick Guru . Kareena says she was bowled over by the movie and deeply moved by Abhi’s performance in it.And she is extremely excited about the fact that she will be the leading lady in Ratnam’s next movie Lajjo .The film will also have Kareena pairing with Aamir Khan for the first time. However, Kareena will have to hold her excitement for many months because the shooting of ‘Lajjo’ will begin by the end of 2007.Kareena, who has not shot for any movie for a long time now (the song in Don was her last assignment), will soon return to action. She is said to be reading a couple of new scripts and might sign a movie or two in the coming days.Shilpa Shetty desperate to leave racism row behind
Bollywood actress and Celebrity Big Brother winner Shilpa Shetty says she is desperate to leave the show's racism row behind her and move on and concentrate on building a career in the UK.Shilpa says she cannot resurrect Jade Goody's career."I am no Samaritan - I'm just human. If anybody thinks I can resurrect somebody's career or character, they're wrong, it's just not possible for me to do," Shilpa told Reveal magazine. She said, "If I need to speak to Jade, I don't need to do it as a publicity stunt - I'll do it in private, between ourselves." Shilpa was at the centre of controversy on the reality show, when viewers complained that she was being bullied by fellow housemates Jade Goody, Jo O'Meara and Danielle Lloyd. Shilpa said she was surprised when Goody apologised to her for her behaviour towards her on the show. "I didn't expect it. It was very unlike Jade to apologise. Maybe 'CBB' (‘Celebrity Big Brother’) had asked her about it and it dawned on her." Shilpa said she had not spoken to any of the other women from the house since leaving the show. She also denied reports that she had snubbed a wrap party, saying that she wasn't invited. "I knew nothing about the party. I did not snub it. I didn't get an invite. Perhaps they didn't know how to contact me."
Monday, February 05, 2007
Meghna Naidu doesn't feel shy taking off her clothes
The sizzling and voluptuous Meghna Naidu claims that she doesn’t feel shy taking off her clothes in front of 20 or 30 unit members.Talking to a leading entertainment portal about her forthcoming film Bad Friend , Meghna says, “There are a number of bold scenes in BF. I have already made it clear that have no problems giving such shots. I am a complete professional. I don't feel shy taking off my clothes in front of 20 or 30 unit members."
But while Meghna was comfortable shooting for the steamy scenes, her co-star in the film debutant Aditya Om was literally sweating while shooting for the scenes.The actor-director says he found it tough to keep up with Meghna while shooting bedroom scenes for ‘Bad Friend’."She doesn't feel shy at all. I think this is going to be the first film in which not two, but three people will be seen together in bed. There's Meghna, me and another actor.
Although I had lots of problems giving bold shots, Meghna was confident every step of the way. Many times I found myself sweating, but she helped me cool down," he says.‘Bad Friend’ is the story of a lawyer who wants to eliminate his wife but loses his memory in an accident. The wife comes to his aid during this difficult time and when he eventually recovers, he finds out about this plot to eliminate her. He then tries to save his wife."Despite raving about Meghna's sizzling performance, Aditya admits she was not his original choice for the film. "We first approached Mallika Sherawat who had date problems. We then tried Neha Dhupia . She too was busy. Finally we offered the role of the lawyer's wife to Meghna," he says.Meghna did shed her clothes without any inhibitions in her last flick Rain but it failed to click at the box-office. Hope her hot act this time will set the box-office on fire.
But while Meghna was comfortable shooting for the steamy scenes, her co-star in the film debutant Aditya Om was literally sweating while shooting for the scenes.The actor-director says he found it tough to keep up with Meghna while shooting bedroom scenes for ‘Bad Friend’."She doesn't feel shy at all. I think this is going to be the first film in which not two, but three people will be seen together in bed. There's Meghna, me and another actor.
Although I had lots of problems giving bold shots, Meghna was confident every step of the way. Many times I found myself sweating, but she helped me cool down," he says.‘Bad Friend’ is the story of a lawyer who wants to eliminate his wife but loses his memory in an accident. The wife comes to his aid during this difficult time and when he eventually recovers, he finds out about this plot to eliminate her. He then tries to save his wife."Despite raving about Meghna's sizzling performance, Aditya admits she was not his original choice for the film. "We first approached Mallika Sherawat who had date problems. We then tried Neha Dhupia . She too was busy. Finally we offered the role of the lawyer's wife to Meghna," he says.Meghna did shed her clothes without any inhibitions in her last flick Rain but it failed to click at the box-office. Hope her hot act this time will set the box-office on fire. Sushmita Sen has always craved for marriage
Sushmita Sen says she believes in fate and is confident she eventually will find the right man to marry. “I have always craved for marriage,” Sushmita told a prominent newspaper on Tuesday.
“I've always been a home-lover despite living a very public life,” the former Miss Universe added.Sushmita had adopted a baby girl in 2000. “I believe all relationships you go through in life are actually a part of that cosmic design where love and marriage finally finds you,” Sushmita said.“I believe that will happen to me as well,” Sushmita added.Though her last two films Zindagi Rocks and Chingari were flops, Sushmita is looking forward to 2007 for she has a film each opposite Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan .
“I've always been a home-lover despite living a very public life,” the former Miss Universe added.Sushmita had adopted a baby girl in 2000. “I believe all relationships you go through in life are actually a part of that cosmic design where love and marriage finally finds you,” Sushmita said.“I believe that will happen to me as well,” Sushmita added.Though her last two films Zindagi Rocks and Chingari were flops, Sushmita is looking forward to 2007 for she has a film each opposite Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan .
Tanushree Dutta dances with real scorpion
An interesting incident happened when Tanushree Dutta was shooting for Vishram Sawant’s movie Risk .Although Tanushree doesn’t have a big role in the action-packed film, she does play an important character that provides moral support to the hero Randeep Hooda . Tanushree has also shot an item song called “Hichki” in the film.It was during the shoot of this song that Tanushree reportedly encountered a scorpion. When she was ready for the shot and sitting on the dance floor waiting for the
director to be ready, she saw a scorpion that someone had placed near her foot. She was required to shoot a portion of the song with the scorpion. Convinced that it was a fake scorpion, Tanushree fiddled with the creature with her foot. After a few minutes, much to her shock, the scorpion moved and Tanushree leapt on her feet and ran away.One of the production assistants then came and put the scorpion in a glass tumbler. The creature was released only before the shot was to be taken.And despite her fears Tanushree did shoot with the scorpion. After all, life mein risk to lena padta hai. Tara Sharma shies away from kissing
Actress Tara Sharma refused to lock lips with her co-star in Khosla Ka Ghosla .Ever since she stepped in Bollywood, Tara has avoided kissing scenes in films. The reason is simple – she is “uncomfortable” in locking lips before the camera.
While shooting for director Dibakar Banerjee’s film Khosla Ka Ghosla, Tara was required to do a scene in which she was supposed to share an intimate kiss with her co-star Parvin Dabas .
The kiss was important because the scene showed a delicate, intimate moment between the two characters in the film.However, before the scene was to be shot, Tara expressed her inhibitions to the director. She said she would look awkward if forced to give the kissing scene.Dibakar Banerjee understood Tara’s concern and changed the scene. The kiss was replaced by a passionate hug between Tara and Parvin.In the past, Tara refused to kiss for her movie Amavas too. She also shied away from such a scene in a western movie that she is doing.
Actress Tara Sharma refused to lock lips with her co-star in Khosla Ka Ghosla .Ever since she stepped in Bollywood, Tara has avoided kissing scenes in films. The reason is simple – she is “uncomfortable” in locking lips before the camera.While shooting for director Dibakar Banerjee’s film Khosla Ka Ghosla, Tara was required to do a scene in which she was supposed to share an intimate kiss with her co-star Parvin Dabas .
The kiss was important because the scene showed a delicate, intimate moment between the two characters in the film.However, before the scene was to be shot, Tara expressed her inhibitions to the director. She said she would look awkward if forced to give the kissing scene.Dibakar Banerjee understood Tara’s concern and changed the scene. The kiss was replaced by a passionate hug between Tara and Parvin.In the past, Tara refused to kiss for her movie Amavas too. She also shied away from such a scene in a western movie that she is doing. Rani Mukherjee on Karan Johar’s guest list
Early next year, filmmaker Karan Johar will return with his television show ‘Koffee With Karan’.Karan has some top Bollywood stars on his guest list for the second innings of his famous chat show in which he talks with celebrities about their professional and personal lives and also tests their IQ in a rapid fire question-answer section.
The format of the new ‘Koffee With Karan’ has been changed a bit.
Apart from people from the showbiz, the new version of the programme will also feature sportspersons, socialites, politicians and other famous people from different fields.From the film industry, celebrities like Rani Mukherjee , Shah Rukh Khan and Kojol are already said to be on Karan’s guest list.Karan admits that top Bollywood stars will be part of his chat show, but refuses to reveal names.Not just the show’s format, even the look of the programme has been changed. Sets by Sharmista Roy have been made more stylish. Another big change will be the presence of audience in the second version of the show.Karan will begin shooting for ‘Koffee…’ in January. The first episode is likely to be telecast in February next year.
Early next year, filmmaker Karan Johar will return with his television show ‘Koffee With Karan’.Karan has some top Bollywood stars on his guest list for the second innings of his famous chat show in which he talks with celebrities about their professional and personal lives and also tests their IQ in a rapid fire question-answer section.The format of the new ‘Koffee With Karan’ has been changed a bit.
Apart from people from the showbiz, the new version of the programme will also feature sportspersons, socialites, politicians and other famous people from different fields.From the film industry, celebrities like Rani Mukherjee , Shah Rukh Khan and Kojol are already said to be on Karan’s guest list.Karan admits that top Bollywood stars will be part of his chat show, but refuses to reveal names.Not just the show’s format, even the look of the programme has been changed. Sets by Sharmista Roy have been made more stylish. Another big change will be the presence of audience in the second version of the show.Karan will begin shooting for ‘Koffee…’ in January. The first episode is likely to be telecast in February next year. Sameera Reddy in a film on voyeurism!
Bollywood lass Sameera Reddy seems to have become a favourite of Bengali director Buddhadeb Dasgupta.Sameera won accolades for her performance as a woman with American dreams in Dasgupta’s previous movie ‘Kaalpurush’. Now the highly acclaimed filmmaker has signed her for his next film as well.
Titled ‘Me, Yasim and Madhubala’, the film will be about voyeurism.Sameera will play a Kathak dancer named Madhubala in the movie.
Despite the film’s apparently provocative subject (voyeurism), there won’t been anything racy or sleazy about it. The movie will explore the way new technology has invaded women’s private space.Sameera has already begun shooting for the film, and despite her unfamiliarity with Bengali Sameera has been picking up the language very fast. She reportedly delivered an 8-page dialogue in a single shot while filming in Kolkata recently.She has also become fond of Bengali delicacies like Rasagulla and Mishti Doi
Bollywood lass Sameera Reddy seems to have become a favourite of Bengali director Buddhadeb Dasgupta.Sameera won accolades for her performance as a woman with American dreams in Dasgupta’s previous movie ‘Kaalpurush’. Now the highly acclaimed filmmaker has signed her for his next film as well.Titled ‘Me, Yasim and Madhubala’, the film will be about voyeurism.Sameera will play a Kathak dancer named Madhubala in the movie.
Despite the film’s apparently provocative subject (voyeurism), there won’t been anything racy or sleazy about it. The movie will explore the way new technology has invaded women’s private space.Sameera has already begun shooting for the film, and despite her unfamiliarity with Bengali Sameera has been picking up the language very fast. She reportedly delivered an 8-page dialogue in a single shot while filming in Kolkata recently.She has also become fond of Bengali delicacies like Rasagulla and Mishti Doi
Vidya Balan has completely dismissed rumours of a rift with the gorgeous Aishwarya Rai during the making of Mani Ratnam 's Guru . “By now I'm used to all kinds of rumours. But this one truly takes the cake. I can't say we got along like a house on fire simply because we didn't have many scenes together. But whenever we worked together, Aishwarya was a dream co-star. She is an absolute delight to work with and is someone I look up to,” a report quotes Vidya as saying.Vidya was quick to laugh off reports that Ash was responsible for her rather short role in the film. “To even suggest that she had my role cut is so ridiculous. I was aware of the extent of my role from the start. I did ‘Guru’ for the pleasure of working with Mani. There are moments in the film where Aishwarya needed to reach out to me emotionally. She did it so naturally and spontaneously that she won me over.” When asked about stories that Vidya didn't attend the premiere of ‘Guru’ in Canada because of Ash? “This is too much,” giggled Vidya. “I wonder who's spreading such nonsense and for what purpose! I was in Australia shooting for Sajid Khan's ‘Hey Baby’ on January 10. The premiere of ‘Guru’ in Canada was on January 12. There was no way I could reach there and get back to my shooting without disrupting Sajid's schedule. I wouldn't do this to anyone, least of all to Sajid Khan who's a first-time director and a dear friend.” Vidya added: “I hope this puts to rest all these silly speculations about Aishwarya's role in my life. She's way above all this petty politics. Her dignity in the face of adversity is exemplary. If I can possess even a fraction of her poise I'd consider myself lucky.”Vidya added that she has enjoyed playing a journalist and a ra
dio disc jockey in recent films. “The journey has been exciting. The character is so much more than the job it performs,” Vidya said. “They've given me tremendous job satisfaction at the end of the day,” Vidya said of the roles. Vidya portrayed a journalist in Salaam-e-Ishq opposite John Abraham . Vidya went to a few radio stations to get the feel of what it was like to be a radio jockey before she began shooting for the superhit Lage Raho Munnabhai opposite Sanjay Dutt . 
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