July 2009 ~ Bollywood Hotshots

Saif-Kareena on a kissing mania

Can you name the most-kissed couple in Bollywood? No prizes for guessing! Lovebirds Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor are on a kissing spree of late, and that too with other actors. Yes, Saif-Kareena have kissed 15 times in just two films. Just on the heels of Kareena kissing Akshay Kumar 10 times in their recently released film Kambakkht Ishq, Saif is said to have kissed Deepika Padukone five times in their film Love Aaj Kal which is set for release tomorrow. Kareena defended her kisses, saying that the script demanded it. Nobody complaint following the good opening the film witnessed. Now, the question is whether Saif's kisses...

Just when we thought that Rakhi Sawant's show Rakhi Ka Swayamvar was nothing but a fake reality show and that she wouldn't tie the knot with anyone, came the news that the actress will be getting engaged to one of the contestants on August 2 at The Leela Kempinski hotel in Andheri, Mumbai. But the meatier gossip is that Rakhi will be donning wedding jewellery worth Rs 1 crore! Her diamond studded necklace will itself cost Rs 50 lakh. The jewellery will be designed by Farah Ali Khan, while Neeta Lulla will design Rakhi's bridal trousseau. And oh, NDTV Imagine the channel will be sweet enough to play the maikawallahs. All are invited!...

Aishwarya Rai, Abhishek Bachchan and the crew of Raavana had a scary experience while shooting the film in the jungles of Kerala. On the film’s sets, a tusker went out of control and wreaked havoc. According to reports, Ash and Abhi had a narrow escape, but the mahout was killed after the elephant pierced its tusk into him. The elephant ran amok and damaged some props and equipment on the sets. Not just that, the animal blocked the road and the crew could not return to their hotel. To ensure the safety of the shooting unit including Ash and Abhi, the forest officials moved the crew to the relative safety of Vazhachal area in the vicinity....

What’s been brewing between them is a big question? It seems Shahid Kapur and Priyanka Chopra like to surprise the media. The reports about them avoiding each other and not promoting Kaminey together are recent. But to everyone’s shock, the duo turned up for a film promotional event. And not only did they have a gala time, but were seen pretty comfortable in each other’s company. According to reports, Shahid and Priyanka along with director Vishal Bharadwaj came to the shoot around 11 pm that day. After Vishal shot for his portion and said whatever he had to, it was Shahid-Priyanka’s turn and the two had a field day on the sets, entertaining...

She is known as an intelligent actress but Konkona Sen Sharma doesn't want anything to do with the business of cinema - in the literal sense. "I find the business of cinema very boring - the trade of cinema, the facts and figures, the money - that's not what appeals to me about cinema and frankly, I don't even know about it," said Konkona. "What I like is playing different characters, meeting and interacting with creative personalities and not the profits," she added. Asked how she manages her own accounts, Konkona said: "I have a CA (chartered accountant) who handles my account. But that's like a general account. I don't have...

Mugdha Godse had won rave reviews for ‘Fahsion’ and she had also won a warm and close friendship with her ‘Fashion’ co-star Priyanka Chopra on the sets of the movie. So, it did not come as a surprise when Priyanka was seen giggling and enjoying her self on Sunday on the celebration of Mugdha’s 27th birthday. Also present were her ‘Jail’ co-star Neil Nitin Muskesh and director Madhur Bhandarkar. Neil and Mugdha were seen enjoying each other’s company. Mugdha Godse really got drunk at the party. del.icio.us Tags: Mugdha Godse,hot pictures,sexy bollywood actress pictures,bollywood gossips,birthday party Technorati...

‘Iss Jungle Se Mujhe Bachao’ had been facing some problems and the contestants seemed to be quitting away on issues related to certain tasks and also on account of the kind of food they were given. Thankfully, the issues have been sorted out and the action is up and going on the program. The heat will soar up at the show with a new sizzling entrant Negar Khan who will make a wild card entry. The hot model was originally destined to be a part of the show but could not make it because of her visa problem. Now, the channel has arranged everything for her and she has already reached the forests of Malysia. Soon, the viewers will get to see...

The entire cine goers clan, the Bollywood fraternity along with Kamal Hassan wait with baited breath as newbie Shruti Hassan makes her grand debut with ‘Luck’ opposite Imran Khan. The on-screen chemistry between the couple as seen in the trailers and in the promotional events looks promising. Also, Shruti get to show some of her versatility as she does some karate and martial arts rounds in the flick with veterans like Sanjay Dutt and Danny Denzongpa. The makers of the film are leaving no stones unturned in promoting their venture. Apart from appearances in TV shows and radio station, Imran and Shruti were seen launching the luck...

She is hot! Her glamour makes people sit up! She drops her clothes to make her presence felt! But now she gets a imported NRI hubby who will serve to her passions day and night right in Mumbai. getting married live on tv on August 2, has made it very clear that she wouldn’t be leaving her work behind to join her husband. “There won’t be any need for a long-distance marriage, or for Rakhi to join me in Toronto. I’ve already shifted a part of my business from Toronto to Mumbai and I intend to stay put in Mumbai for a very long time.” Speaking on how a well-to-do Canadian-Indian boy ended up being on a show where he’s one of Rakhi Sawant’s...

Whether it is film or endorsement, Aamir Khan sign any deal with much thought and once he is into it, he gives his cent percent. The actor recently shot an expensive ad with a whopping price of Rs 3.5 crore and the specialty of the ad is that it will never go on air. So audience will miss to watch the ad as it is only for the corporate world. It will be played at the corporate’ conferences for business deal. A source in the industry reveals, "Other actors in the industry are known to charge astronomical figures for shows, product endorsements and appearances. But when it comes to doing something totally out-of-the-box, only the perfectionist...

Just few days back there were tabloid reports about Bipasha Basu’s first Hollywood project starring Titanic villain Billy Zane, going on floors. But now news has trickled in that the project is being scrapped. It was to begin shooting tomorrow on Saturday July 25th. It is learnt that Smita Thackeray who was to produce this film has now backed out with reasons being cited as personal and professional. This yet untitled film was to be directed by David Silverman and was to feature Bipasha in Angelina Jolie’s Lara Croft avatar. This romantic thriller was going to be shot in Kodaikanal and had actor Rajvirr of Kaise Kahen (2007) fame playing...

Choreographer-turned-director Farah Khan is ready to host a chat show, to be aired soon on national television. And she invited the dashing duo Imran Khan and Ranbir Kapoor for an episode. But the duo politely turned down the invitation. Why? There is no animosity between these two young bright newcomers. Rather they are pals. According to Imran, who shares a great rapport with Ranbir, they want to explore their chemistry in a special film they’ll do together. And they don’t want to spoil the novelty by appearing on a show together. Imran discloses in a recent interview with Stardust, “We’re an exciting proposition. There should be something...

Believe it or not, Shahid Kapoor comes to Priyanka Chopra's house in a two-wheeler. Excited Priyanka dances in the streets, leaving her groom embarrassed. This is how the wedding sequence featuring Shahid and Priyanka goes in the film Kaminey. Buzz up! Amidst the rumours that Shahid and Priyanka are a couple, they have a marriage sequence in Kaminey. Priyanka is said to be over excited whereas Shahid is just learning to pull a smile. The chemistry between them is said to be very good. Apart from the marriage sequence, the film has another highlight in the form of Shahid's double role. The two roles played by the actor are said to be...

Everyone knows that Hrithik Roshan’s latest addition to his right wrist is a tattoo bearing wife Sussanne’s name. BT gives you the first look at the same. Hrithik wanted to surprise Sussanne, who is holidaying in London with her good friend Gauri Khan and a few others. So he waited for Sussanne and his sons, Hrehaan and Hridhan, to fly off to London and then called tattoo artist Sameer Patange home. The perfectionist that he is, he discussed the tattoo in great detail. Patange says, “He chose an Elvish font that was made famous with the Lord Of The Rings franchise.” Hrithik, who didn’t wish to spoil the surprise for Sussanne, then made...

All South films actress are shifting their base to Bombay. After Asin now it’s Shruti Hassan’s turn to move here. The actress is going to leave Papa Hassan and start living in one of the posh areas of the city. As per sources, “Shruti has been looking out for an apartment for herself, she is all prepared to make it big on silver screen and it’s very difficult for this pretty lass to travel in and out.” She is aware about the places in Mumbai. “Three to four years back she had stayed in Bombay for a year and had all the experiences about rains, potholes, traffics etc. Now she is all prepared for the same and quite excited...

They are among the most adored film stars in Bollywood, but who could have guessed that the names of Aishwarya Rai and Hrithik Roshan could be used to teach kids basic English alphabets. It’s no longer ‘A’ for Apple or ‘H’ for house. It’s ‘A’ for Aishwarya and ‘H’ for Hrithik in several books by private publishers. This was brought to attention by a BJP member in the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of Indian parliament. Kalraj Mishra, the BJP member, wanted the government to enforce strict regulation to control “confusing publications” brought out by private publishers for children. Mr. Mishra added that schools use private publishers’...

The entire unit of Love Aaj Kal took a collective risk when they failed to get the permission to shoot a few important sequences of the film at London’s Leadenhall Market. Since the scenes were integral to the plot, director Imtiaz Ali and producer-actor Saif Ali Khan decided to take the risk and shoot them covertly at the same market. So how did they do it? The cameras were placed inside vans that were parked in the market. The film’s crew and cast " that also comprises Deepika Padukone " sauntered casually to the shooting spot. But since they could not keep secret the fact that they were shooting, the unit pretended that they...

Genelia D'Souza surprised her choreographer on the sets of 'Life Partner' when she requested him to include the signature step of the song 'Pappu can't dance' from 'Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na' in the song 'Teri meri ye zindagi'. "Everyone constantly keeps telling Genelia how popular the song had become and that she grooved so well in the song. So while shooting for this song, Genelia requested choreographer Bosco Caeser if they could include the step. They were taken aback, but understood that it was a sentimental thing and let Fardeen Khan and her use the step," said a source close to the film. Talking about the song situation, director...

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Lakshmi wants to mellow down

Tamil actress Lakshmi Rai, who is rumoured to be dating Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni, wants to get rid of the glamour girl tag and is keen to do meaty roles to prove her acting prowess. "I haven't got the right breaks at the right time. I'd like to do films with the likes of S. Shankar and AR Murugadoss and would also like to star opposite superstar Rajnikanth. I have proved that I can act beside looking glamorous. I hope that in the near future, the glamour girl tag would give way for a 'homely girl' image," Lakshmi told IANS. Lakshmi doesn't have too many films to boast about except Dhaam Dhoom, in which she played a doctor. Therefore...

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Akshay All Set For 'Pyaar Ke Side Effects'

It’s a sequel, not a remake. Producer Pritish Nandy is finally ready to start the Pyaar Ke Side Effects sequel, that too without the charming Rahul Bose whose portrayal of a casual, confused, commitment-phobic lover boy trying to win her ladylove back, made PKSE such an enduring rom-com of recent times. But, Akshay Kumar was the first and the only choice of Nandy for the sequel. And here is another jolt for the readers; the movie won’t star Mallika Sherawat . She reportedly said no to the project. So it’s a PKSE sequel, minus Bose and Sherawat. Rather Sonam Kapoor is being considered for the female lead. Director Saket Choudhary...

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Deepika caught gossiping on the sets of Love Aaj Kal

The junior crew members of the Love Aaj Kal team had a pleasant experience shooting with the leading lady Deepika Padukone. One of the crew members says that they grew fond of Deepika while shooting with her and on the other hand she also became friendly with them. They would often be a part of some prank and gossip on the walkie-talkie. A unit source revealed, “Deepika would borrow the walkie from one of the assistant directors and pass comments, amusing and communicating to a select few who would know and leave the rest baffled as to who the mysterious voice was. The crew members in the beginning were unaware that it was Deepika and...

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Deepika Too Thin To Be An Item Gal In South

Yet, Deepika Padukone was chosen for the item song in Telugu film ‘Love 4ever’ because director Jayant believed she fitted the bill perfectly. Deepika, who herself isn’t fond of the ‘item girl’ tag, said she did the number because it was intrinsic to the script and not just a glamourous add-on in the flick. But the first look of the song would have many jaws dropped with disappointment. Firstly, Deepika looks too thin to pass for a siren down south, where only voluptuous and curvy bombshells like Namitha are deemed hot by the audiences. On top of it, Deepika’s styling appears below par. In one still, the Om Shanti Om girl has her hair...

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Shahrukh Holidays In London

When he works, he forgets his injuries and pain. But when he relaxes, he enjoys like a king. Shahrukh Khan has been shooting for Karan Johar’s film My Name Is Khan for many weeks in the US despite his painful shoulder, which still hasn’t fully recovered from the surgery earlier this year. But after completing the shoot, the superstar flew off to London with his wife Gauri and two kids to enjoy for a few days before flying back to Mumbai. Reports say SRK and his family stayed at a spacious house the superstar bought earlier this year in Park Lane, Central London. It’s one of the most posh localities in London and houses there are priced...

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Dia Mirza graces two magazine covers this month

Though Dia Mirza’s career is not really going through the best of its phase, there is no denying the fact that she is one of those rare Bollywood beauties who have a perfect face, perfect complexion and a perfect figure. This month Dia exudes her beauty on the covers of two magazines. One is the cover of Jade Magazine - Run way to life for the month of July 2009 and the other one is for Marie Clarie where she appears wearing a green Roberto Cavalli on the cover. Dia tells Marie Claire that she’s doing some half a dozen movies with a plethora of offbeat roles. She reveals that that there’s Kaun Bola with Arshad...

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Priyanka Chopra spends a peaceful birthday

One of the most sought after Bollywood actress, Priyanka Chopra turned 27 this Saturday but there not no birthday bash for this girl who has always had a quiet birthday with friends and family since the age of 12. “It’s always been a home celebration. My family brings in surprises for me and I like it that way because I really get worried when it comes to organizing parties,” she laughs. “I’m not a big party person and I don’t like throwing parties at all. So this time a lot of my family members have decided to fly down to be with me. It’s likely to be a day spent doing nothing in particular - just hanging out with the people who love...

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Twinkle Khanna on the cover of Enhance Interior magazine

There was once a time when Twinkle Khanna was a promising Bollywood actress, but post marriage with Akshay Kumar, Twinkle chose to say goodbye to her movie career and took up interior designing instead. She has stayed away from limelight and kept a low profile after marriage and motherhood. The lady who made her debut with ‘Barsaat’ now co-owns White House Store which deals in interior décor. After she had appeared in the January issue of ‘Hello’ magazine, she now features on the cover of Enhance Interior magazine’s latest issue. Check out Twinkle looking as graceful as ever. del.icio.us Tags: Twinkle Khanna,Akshay kumar,hello magazine,hot...

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Deepika Padukone as item girl once again

Not many have forgotten the spicy item number done by Deepika Padukone in SRK’s flick ‘Billu Barber’. The song was a rage and Deepika will now again be seen in an item number. Only this time it would be a Telugu flick. The movie which will feature this item number is titled ‘Love 4 Ever’ and is being directed and produced by Jayant C. Paranji under Laughing Waters Entertainment banner. Set in the backdrop of a grape garden, the film is a love story though with a uniqueness and has Ranadeep and Mridula in the lead roles. ‘Love 4 Ever’ will be made in Telugu as well as Hindi. Check out Deepika as she sizzles in the shoot...

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Dhoni and Bipasha Basu in Reebok Ad Photos

Bipasha Basu is one of the most gorgeous actresses in Bollywood and has a vivacious personality. Now this time she is teaming up with none other than Indian Cricket Team captain M S Dhoni for a television commercial.Both Dhoni and Bipasha have individually done ads for brands like Clinic Plus and Reebok. Both Bipasha Basu and Dhoni will do the shooting for an ad in Hong Kong. However it is unclear for which product they will do the ad. The ad is simple, fun and most importantly a delight to watch. For the first time ever, Reebok brand ambassadors, MS Dhoni & Bipasha Basu come together in a TV commercial showcasing the latest edition...

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Priyanka Dating With Shahid?

Today is Priyanka Chopra’s birthday. And the gorgeous actress isn’t throwing any party. But if reports are to be believed, the lady is taking a two-day off. Interestingly, Shahid too is taking a break for two days. Priyanka has kept 18th and 19th July free from any kind of appointments, promotion events or shooting. And so has Shahid. Too much of a coincidence! Don’t you think? Perhaps the duo plans a getaway to a secret destination to celebrate the special day. Otherwise why would they take the trouble of taking off on the same days despite their extremely busy schedules? Priyanka had made it clear from the start that she’s not...

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Katrina Kaif's Birthday Strictly with her Family

A dream Katrina Kaif nurtured for years has finally come to pass today, on her 25th birthday. Ever since she began her acting career in Bollywood, Katrina missed nothing more than a reunion of all of her seven siblings and mother. It’s not that she did not meet any of them all these years. But her truly cosmopolitan family comprising of six sisters, one brother and mother could never have a complete reunion because they live and work in different parts of the world. Since last few months, Katrina has been planning this reunion to coincide with her birthday on July 16. And earlier this week, she packed her bags and left for London to be...

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Deepika falls down

Deepika had a freak accident while shooting for the song 'Chor Bazaari' on the sets of Love Aaj Kal. In the song Deepika is drunk and dancing wildly in a dhabha on the highway. She climbs on to the table and while dancing falls recklessly into Saif’s arms. In one particular take, Deepika leaned back to fall into Saif’s arms but instead fell off the table which was on a raised platform 6-7 feet off the ground. Luckily, Saif’s quick reflexes caught Deepika’s Kurti and the two tumbled off the platform together, with no injuries. Everyone was shocked and worried at the fall, but Deepika laughed the whole thing off and was ready...

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