Ranbir and Deepika Get Cosy at a Cinema Hall!

Ranbir and Deepika hit a rough patch in their relationship just like every couple. Seemed like they had a tiff over something so to forget things they decided to go for a film.

A source reports an eyewitness account, “An eyewitness says, “It was a late-night show for Marley and Me. The hall had only a handful of people present.

Ranbir and Deepika got the best seats in the house right in the last row in the corner with ample privacy. The couple looked a little distant.

Ranbir was pre-occupied on his phone and Deepika was looking very bored. At some point, they began talking and then made up and made out.

The people who were present at the screening at some point screamed at them to ‘get a room’, which was ignored by Ranbir.”

After the film Ranbir and Deepika made their way to the car park where Ranbir’s brand new Range Rover was waiting with his driver. Ranbir ordered the driver to get on the back seat while he and Deepika sat in the front and made their way towards Bandra.

SRK’s Billu Barber now only Billu

SRK doesn’t believe in creating controversies, be it his private life or his latest flick Billu Barber, negotiating with the Hairdressers union SRK has removed the word Barber from his movie and now the movie is only called Billu.

SRK says, “I had a discussion with the association of hair dressers and salons in Maharashtra. And I’ve pokes to the associations in other cities on the phone. I don’t think we were wrong in ever using the word ‘barber’ and that is what be stand by. But they have their own take on that. The film has been made with a good feeling. So, I’d rather not hurt anyone, because it’s not going to affect my film.

We will put a piece of paper on the word ‘barber’ on the posters and hoardings which belong to the production which is Red Chillies, wherever it can be done. It’s a little expensive to try and change the posters which we couldn’t have done.”

Why didn’t SRK try explaining the situation to the union and he says, “If they understood that they wouldn’t have had an issue with it. In this case I was very clear that there is no legality involved and I would just like to make sure that people aren’t unhappy. I think I’m also a little mellow since I’m going for my surgery, so I don’t want to hurt anyone.”

Well so don’t be surprised when you see the latest ad of Billu Barber sans the barber.

Aishwarya’s overcoat from Pink Panther Premiere

While everybody under the sun was raving and ranting about Aishwarya’s hot black look for the red carpet of Pink Panther 2’s premiere, her overcoat also got noticed by many. Do you like the overcoat?

Kareena Kapoor all red

Kareena Kapoor recently attended the launch of Anne French Beauty Training Programme in New Delhi wearing all red.

Kareena is reviving her contract with Anne French, which has Katrina Kaif as it’s current brand ambassador.

Don all set to return

Well all SRK and Don fans there is a good news for you. Don is officially going to return with all its favorites - SRK, Priyanka, Arjun Rampal and Boman Irani.

While SRK, Arjun and Boman had given their consent for the movie long ago Priyanka was recently signed.

A source says, “Authorities at Excel Entertainment were not too sure if they should go with Priyanka, but lately Priyanka has become a big name after delivering back-to-back hits - Fashion and Dostana and winning the best actress award recently. The decision confirming Priyanka’s presence in Don 2 was taken only recently.”

“Don had done rather well with Shah Rukh. Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar (partners in Excel) were very keen that they make the sequel. Things were not falling in place initially, but now everything is sorted out.”

Sidhwani confirmed the news, “We start shooting Don 2 in January 2010. The entire film will be shot in Berlin and Ireland. Now that we know that Vijay is dead and Shah Rukh is just Don in the film, the remaining part of the story is going to be very interesting.”

Interesting!!! Are you excited about the return of Don?

Sonam Kapoor’s nani outfit

In her upcoming flick Delhi-6, Sonam has decided to shun designer dresses for a dress that her nani(maternal granny) had adorned during her marriage ceremony.

A source says, ”Sonam did not like the fit and the finish of the particular outfit, which was given to her. So, she told Rakeyesh that she wanted to wear something else instead.”

Rakeysh, the director, was not in a situation to exchange the outfit with another one and Sonam came to his rescue by asking Rakeysh whether she can wear her nani’s wedding trousseau, Rakeysh was initially skeptical about the dress but eventually gave a nod.

The source adds, “Fortunately, the dress fit Sonam so perfectly that it didn’t require any alterations and it didn’t look too outdated either.”

Well Sonam in her nani’s outfit, we definitely have to keep a keen eye on this one, when we see the flick.

Rajasthan Royals is not Shilpa’s V-Day gift

Recently Shilpa and her beau Raj exclaimed that the stake in IPL’s Rajasthan Royals was their Valentine’s Day gift for each other. But the leggy lass is expecting more gifts for valentines.

When Shilpa was asked about her Rajasthan Royals V-day gift, she said, “Please! I’m sure there’re other gifts awaiting me for Valentine’s Day.”

Quiz her if she is expecting a marriage proposal and she says, “That’s mine for the asking anytime. Now that Raj is shifting business interests in India we just need to find the right moment to take the plunge.”

Ask her about the Bollywood and Cricket merger, she says, “t had to be that way. Shah Rukh Khan and then Preity Zinta went for the IPL. For me, the right moment to do so was when Raj was ready for it. Now I must make sure I’ve enough time to devote to the Rajasthan Royals. I’ll be there for their first match in March and all subsequent matches. Yeh mera vada hai (I promise that). “

Well looks like there are good times ahead for Rajasthan Royals!!!

Hello! Priyanka

Priyanka Chopra features on this month’s issue of Hello! In my view the photoshoot is very bland and that look is getting very monotonous for Priyanka!

Amisha Patel Forgives Kareena Kapoor!

Amisha Patel and Kareena Kapoor met recently at Tusshar Kapoor’s bash. They shared cold vibes as boyfriends Saif Ali Khan and Kanav Puri met each other liked long lost friends.

An eyewitness says, “Kareena and Saif had already arrived and were seen chatting with people when Ameesha and Kanav arrived with a gang of friends after Kanav’s birthday party.

Kanav and Saif know each other well so when they met each other, they started chatting like long-lost friends. But though Bebo and Ameesha exchanged cordial greetings they didn’t speak at all after that. Their vibes were freezing.”

Ameesha says, “I have no problems with Kareena and will always be polite to her though it’s true we didn’t chat but just exchanged hellos.

I am very fond of Saif who is extremely well-mannered, a thorough gentleman and a gem of a person. He’s also a friend of Kanav’s as Kanav and Soha used to study at the same school in Delhi.

So when Kanav and Saif met up again at Tusshar’s party, both got along like a house on fire. Last year, when Saif and I were shooting for Lazy Lamhe and Saif and Kareena were dating, Saif had wanted to do something special for her so I went out of my way to accommodate him and wind up early. I even attended the music launch of Refugee.

I don’t belong to camps nor am I part of industry battles. I know Kareena earlier said that she hadn’t given as big flops as I had but I don’t hold anything against her for saying those things about me.”

Ameesha adds that she would love to do a film with Bebo if offered.

“If we are offered good roles together I would love to act with her. It’s immature to hold grudges.

Kangana At the Raaz 2 Success Party

Raaz- The Mystery Continues has done very well and the team of the film celebrated a second success party. Check out the leading lady of the film Kangana Ranaut at the party.

SRK invites 400 barbers for Billu Barber premiere

SRK is going the Aamir way in promoting his latest flick Billu Barber. Latest buzz is that SRK has invited over 400 barbers to attend the premiere of the flick. This comes amidst the rumors that Hairdressers Association are pestering SRK and gang to change the barber word from the flick’s title.

Priyadarshan, director of the flick says, “Instead of having celebs over for the premiere of Billu Barber, Shah Rukh has planned to invite 400 barbers and their families to the premiere. His idea is to welcome barbers for the premiere on February 12, as the film revolves around Irrfan Khan, who plays a barber. Things are just getting organized for the premiere and the office is also in talks with the barbers’ association to get everything sorted for the big day.”

However Uday Takke, president of Hair Dresser association says, We want Billu Barber to be called Billu Hairdresser as barber is a derogatory and insulting term. We choose hairdressing as a profession because it is an art. Also there are many women hairstylists if Billu Barber becomes a hit, women hairdressers will be called barbers too!”

However SRK on the issue says, “Oh wow! So much for freedom of expression. We have not made this film to disrespect anyone. As a matter of fact, when a title of the film is kept after the protagonist, it is only to honor that character.”

Well we hope that this hairy issue settles down soon!

Aamir off for an year

After a hectic last year with Ghajini, Aamir has decided to take an year long break from acting once Raj Kumar Hirani’s 3 Idiots is finished.

A source says, , “It is true that Aamir is finally taking a year off after Raj Kumar Hirani’s 3 Idiots is complete. He is currently in Bangalore shooting for the film. Actually, he was planning to take a sabbatical last year after Taare Zameen Par, where the double responsibility of directing and acting sapped him. But then he was coaxed into doing Ghajini and then began his physical reorientation, the muscle-building and body-toning that really exhausted the method actor. But Aamir is now ready to take the long-pending break. He won’t be doing any films for the next one year.”

However Aamir’s production house, Aamir Khan Productions will not be on a break and will keep on working.

Will miss you Aamir.

Katrina Kaif’s Rajneeti

In a latest photo from the sets of Rajneeti, Katrina Kaif looks like a true working Indian middle class woman. She completes the look by wearing crisp cotton sarees. She definitely looks hot!!!

Sonam Kapoor graces Verve

Sonam Kapoor these days is almost seen on every other magazine cover, credit it to her stunning looks. She graces the cover of the latest issue of Verve as she soaks and sizzles in Maldives. Definitely hot!!

Freida Pinto on Vanity Fair

Freida Pinto is reigning over the world with her good looks and that’s what Vanity Fair’s latest issue shows her doing, wearing a costume that resembles Superwoman’s attire. Do you like?

Sallu in no mood to slash his price

The country is gripped by recession and many films are being shelved because of budgeting woes and add to that our Sallu Bhai’s refusal to slash his price resulted in shelving of another flick.

T-Series had signed Sallu for an Anees Bazmee flick for an amount of 50 crore. However when the recession blues hit Bhushan Kumar, the boss of T-Series, he asked Sallu to reduce his price.

Sallu slashed his price by 10crores, but Bhushan wanted him to reduce even more, that’s when Salman refused the movie altogether.

Now the flick has been shelved until they are able to search for a replacement who demands less money.

SRK has gifted his entire life to Gauri

With Valentine’s day coming nearer and nearer, Bollywood’s hottest couple who have managed to hold their marriage strong even after so many years - SRK and Gauri have been on every paparazzi’s mind.

So when SRK was asked what is his gift to wifey Gauri on this Valentine’s day and he said, ‘I have gifted my entire life to Gauri. She produces all my movies and only if the film does well, she accepts any gifts. If my movie flops, then she does not accept any gift. I feel ‘Billu Barber’ is a beautiful film about relationships, love and friendship. I also have a good part in the film along with Irrfan Khan and Lara Dutta. If the film works well, my wife will accept a gift otherwise she will throw me out of the house.’

Ahem Ahem! What love!

Bebo-Saif to lock lips on-screen

Real life couple, Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan will be seen sharing a passionate smooching scene in Renzil D’Silva’s untitled flick.

A source connected to the movie says, “Last week, Saif and Bebo shot for their kiss in a Chembur studio. The kiss is part of a song.”

Kareena who was last seen doing a smooch with ex-beau Shahid Kapoor in Jab We Met, was at quite ease with the scene, the source adds, “She even was seen calmly discussing the angle and the intensity with the director.”

However before the smooch was shot, Kareena was in two minds about the necessity of the kiss.

Another source says, “At one point it was discussed if the scene was necessary and it looked like the couple had their doubts about the screen smooch. Rensil looked unhappy and had a word with Saif.

The director convinced him to do the scene. Saif in turn made Bebo understand that it was necessary and she agreed.”

The duo got the smooch perfect in five takes!!!

Katrina wants a surprise from Sallu on Valentines Day

In a recent interview Katrina Kaif revealed that she and Salman are busy on Valentine’s day and she is expecting a surprise from him. Read below:

Rumour has it that your relationship with Salman is headed for permanency. He’s supposedly buying you a home on Valentine’s Day?

I must say that, according to media, Salman seems to be in some generous mood. He’s supposed to be buying me a place; supposedly buying Asin a place… It’s hilarious. Though the truth is, I don’t think that he’s buying any house — for her or me.

What’s your Valentine’s Day plan? Any special event with Salman?

Yes! Salman and I have plans on V-day. Unfortunately, not together. I’m shooting a song in Turkey with Rajkumar Santoshi; while Salman is shooting for Veer in northern India. Unless he plans to surprise me, of course!

So do you think Salman is gonna surprise Katrina?

SRK: Anil has done a great job

Shahrukh Khan has always been known as the humble man of Bollywood, who always praises his co-star inspite of the fact that they remain rude towards him in front of the media.

Nowadays SRK is highly impressed by Anil Kapoor’s performance in Slumdog Millionaire and says, “I have already done two seasons of KBC and I personally feel Anil has done a great job. He is one of the most brilliant actors from the industry. I truly believe that I couldn’t have done it better.”

Well we will FREEZE that SRK!!

Minissha & Yuvraaj dating?

Latest rumor is that dashing cricketer Yuvraaj Singh has a new girl in his life, who is none other than our Bollywood babe Minissha Lamba.

According to an eyewitness, the duo were seen kissing and cuddling at restaurant Aurus in Juhu. However sources near to Minissha insist that she was out of town.

However the staff of Aurus confirmed that Yuvi & Minissha hangout together and also indulge in some romance, They have come here quite often for dinner and stayed till early morning. They look like any other couple in love, holding hands, gazing into each other’s eyes. Our staff and guests were quite stunned to see them at ease in public, but they didn’t seem to care.”

Like the new cric-wood Jodi?

Aa Dekhen Zara- First Look

Check out the first look of Aa Dekhe Zara starring Neil Nitin Mukesh and Bipasha Basu. It’s a story about an upcoming photographer and his struggle, and fine day he is the owner of a magical camera which makes his journey interesting.

Asin on Cosmopolitan

Asin features on the latest issue of Cosmopolitan. Do you like?

SRK-Akki Jaani Dushman?

All’s not well between Bollywood Badshah SRK and King Akshay Kumar as the two were seen sharing cold vibes at Preity Zinta’s birthday party.

According to a secret source, Akshay was keen to leave the party before SRK arrived.

A source says, “The minute Shah Rukh stepped in, Akshay chose to leave. The few minutes that the two were together, they avoided each other. They greeted one another very reluctantly but after that no words were exchanged between the two. Since there were only a few guests present at the party at the time, the awkwardness was very obvious.”

The duo were asked about their dushmani but they decided to remain silent

Aishwarya Rai at Pink Panther premiere

Aishwarya Rai walked down the red-carpet yesterday for the Premiere of her latest international flick, Pink Panther 2 with hubby Abhishek and pa-in-law Amitabh Bachchan.

Ask her about her blink and miss role in PP2 and she says, “It’s a bit silly and exhausting to even talk about the length of my role based on what is seen in the trailers. Did anyone question my role in Khakee, when there was only one shot of me in the promo? Isn’t that a very myopic view of contemporary acting? And I thought I had transcended this footage fetish in my first film Iruvar (1997).”

“The choices I have made in my career aren’t just about footage but an opportunity to work with actors, directors and technicians who enrich my life. I didn’t work in Pink Panther 2 only because it was an international project. It was a wonderful experience working with a stalwart like Steve Martin and the rest of the cast and crew.

Of course, Pink Panther is a Steve Martin vehicle. Is that s o m e - thing to question? All the rest of the wonderful cast including Jean Reno and Andy Garcia play supporting roles. I treasure the experience of working in Pink Panther 2. Why spoil it by questioning how much footage I have? So many Indian actors have worked in international ensemble casts.”

Well so do you like Ash’s look at the premiere?

Happy Birthday Abhishek

Abhishek Bachchan who made an entry into this world on February 5, 1976 turns 33 tomorrow.

Abhishek who made his entry into Bollywood with a debacle like Refugee was until few years ago known as Amitabh Bachchan’s son. But his wonderful performance in Guru earned him lot of good reviews and now Abhishek has his own foothold in the industry.

Abhishek last flick Dostana was a runaway success and now he is awaiting Rakesh Om Prakash Mehra’s flick Delhi 6’s release.

We wish Abhishek Bachchan a very happy birthday and success in all his future endeavors.

Hrithik choreographs himself

Hrithik Roshan plays the role of a dance teacher in his upcoming flick Kites, where he teached dance to Kangana Ranaut and he was so dissatisfied with his US-based choreographer Flexi that he finally decided to choreograph himself.

A source says, “Hrithik wanted nothing but the best and he even flew down an international choreographer, Flexi, who had earlier worked with the actor on some ads. But, Hrithik was very unhappy with the way things were shaping up as far as the steps were concerned. At one point, Hrithik started regretting his choice of choreographer.”

A unit member echoes similar views, “Hrithik was not satisfied with the steps and kept pushing the choreographer and his assistants to come up with something better. They did show him a variety of steps, but they failed to meet Hrithik’s expectations. When they could not come up with something extraordinary, Hrithik got fed-up and started choreographing his own steps. He’d then rehearse the steps for hours.”

The source adds, “His intention was to better what he had already done.”

Well a dance choreographed by Hrithik himself, that will be surely electrifying.

Priyanka dances 22 hours non-stop

Priyanka Chopra will soon be seen in a special song for Ashutosh Gowariker’s “What’s Your Raashee” where she will be seen donning 12 different characters and shot for the song by dancing for 22 hours non-stop.

A source says, “Priyanka shot with Raju Khan (who is Saroj Khan’s son) for 22 hours at a stretch. At times she couldn’t sit or take a breather for hours at a stretch. It was very important to get the continuity right. Otherwise the characters’ graph would’ve become lopsided. To dance and emote to a song in 12 different looks and make-up all at once is not an easy thing.”

Priyanka wasn’t allowed to take break between each shot, as the choreographer didn’t want her to get away from the rhythm of the song, where each character represents every Zodiac sign.

Her ex-boyfriend Hurman Baweja was present on the sets to support her.

I wonder how she performed my Zodiac character - did she become a Bicchoo?

Royal Shilpa taken over by IPL mania

Shilpa Shetty and her London based beau Raj Kundra have bought 11.7% stake in IPL’s first champions Rajasthan Royals, who achieved a spectacular win last year under the leadership of Shane Warne, inspite being written off at the start of the tournament.

And apparently it’s Raj’s valentine gift for Shilpa, she says, “It is a very expensive gift. I trusted Raj’s accumen and am really proud to be the co-owner of Rajasthan Royals.”

Ask her the reason for choosing Rajasthan Royals, and pat comes a reply, “They were considered the underdogs just like I was. That’s also why I backed them from the word go.”

Quiz her about Preity Zinta’s Kings XI’s team who lost to Shilpa’s Rajasthan Royal’s last season, and she says, “There is no competition between the owners. Preity has a great team as well.”

Folks, gear up for exciting action on-field and off-field, as this leggy lass is surely going to be the eye-candy of all the spectators.

Happy Birthday Urmila

Urmila Matondkar born of February 4, 1974 turns 35 today. She made her debut in 1980 with a flick called Kalyug.

She earned the tag of sex siren with her wonderful performance in Rangeela opposite Aamir Khan. She bagged her first Filmfare trophy under Best Performer category for her performance in Bhoot.

She recently starred opposite Himesh Reshammiya in Karzz which didn’t go down well with the masses.

We wish Urmila a very happy birthday and many more years of success in Bollywood.

Genelia is very much single

Genelia D’Souza is going to have a lonely Valentine’s day, as the beautiful actress has no body in her life.

She says, “I’m pretty much like Aditi from ‘Jaane Tu…’. There’s no one in my life. I’m even shooting on Valentine’s Day.”

Genelia who will now be seen a Hindi remake of successful Telugu flick Bommerilu (also starring Genelia) opposite Hurman Baweja.

Ask her if she had any second thoughts before working with Hurman and she says, “I would not like to comment on that but I just hope my film does really well”.

Well we hope the same too, Genelia.

Wanna buy Aamir Khan?

Aamir Khan is on sale, after the swashbuckling success of Ghajini and now he is offering his beefed up Ghajini look to his fans.

An insider says, “It was producer Madhu Mantena’s idea to make the Aamir Khan-Ghajini look into a collector’s item.”

A source close to Aamir says, “Great pains have been taken to capture Aamir’s exact muscular texture and structure in Ghajini.”

So wanna buy Aamir?

Katrina Kaif goes simple

Katrina Kaif is normally always associated with glamor, but now she is all set to say bye-bye to the image as she gets into the character for Prakash Jha’s Rajini. And the change is not restricted to her looks alone, apparently Kats has to speak in a different way and she is undergoing therapy sessions for the same.

Katrina says, “My role in Rajniti has different shades - I start off as a particular way and end up as a completely changed persona. The character is immensely challenging and it is a huge responsibility to carry off such a character. I am very excited to work with Prakash Jha, who is known for his kind of cinema and believes in involving himself in every department of his films. In a couple of days, I will be shooting for the film in Bhopal where I have scenes with a crowd of around 500 and I am gearing up for it.”

“Prakash Jha is so involved in my characterisation that he is choosing the fabrics for the clothes for my character. He is so clued in that he knows exactly what he wants for an actor and that makes the transition of my character all the more challenging.”

“I can’t reveal anything about the transition of my character but yes I am also doing th

e voice modulation as I need to speak in a certain way toward the end of the film.”

Well lets see how Katrina looks in her de-glam avatar.

Ash not to accept French honor without dad

Aishwarya Rai has been conferred Officer Dan Ordre Des Arts Et Des Lettres honor by the French authorities, but Aishwarya Rai will not be accepting the honor until her father gets hale and hearty.

Aishwarya said, “Thank-you, but not now,” to the French government when they conferred on her the second highest civilian award, which was also given to Shah Rukh Khan.

Aishwarya says, “I wanted my entire family — and that includes my parents, brother, sister-in-law, my husband and his parents, sister and brother-in-law — to be there. My father has been unwell and I wanted him to be there at this important moment.”

“It will be a glorious moment. But not without my father!”

But now her father is well and Ash has informed the French government to prepare for the ceremony.

She says, “My father will have to brave the long flight. There’s a long list of dos and don’ts for him. But worth it, don’t you think.”

Congratulations Ash!!!

Freida : People say I need a boob job

Freida Pinto made a dream debut with her international flick, and now she is a very well known face both globally and India, however before she tried her hand at acting, she wanted to be a TV presentator but her thin frame was rejected by many.

She could not make it big in TV arena as a presentator, because of her chest size.

The actress tells, “We have the voluptuous, full-figured woman thing. People say I need to get a boob job, but I’m just comfortable the way I am.”

Great Freida, you don’t need any add-ons.

Adnan Sami says he is not wrong

Adnan Sami’s wife recently filed a case of harassment against him. Adnan opens up about the whole issue.

What’s the fight between you and your wife?

We fought over my father who has come down to Mumbai recently. After a lot of effort from the doctors, my father is able to come to my house. I only want my wife to understand that he is my father, not my mistress. If I pay more attention to him, there’s nothing to be worried about.

How did the problem start?

I don’t know why Saba threw a tantrum when she came to knew that my son, Azaan was here. She was in Dubai at that time. I never have a problem with the son she has from her previous marriage and expect her to be the same. I’m hurt that she hasn’t welcomed Azaan.
When I took Azaan to Dubai for New Year, I had also taken him to her house. But she asked him to get out of the house.

So what is the situation now?

I think Saba has made a mockery of herself in front of the police today. The cops asked her if I have hurt her anywhere and she said no. The cops then asked her that if there is no violence, what is she complaining about.

Is your marriage is on the rocks ?

All I can say is that if you mess with my family, you mess with me. But, I’ll always love Saba, my love is unconditional.

Who do you think is wrong here? Wait till we get Saba’s version of the story.

Top Ten Songs of the Week

1. Masakalli - Delhi - 6

2. Jai Ho - Slumdog Millionaire

3. Marjaani - Billu Barber

4. Guzarish - Ghajini

5. Sapno se bhare naina - Luck By Chance

6. Dance Pe Chance - Rab Ne Banadi Jodi

7. Maahi - Raaz2

8. Socha Hai - Rock On

9. Khabar Nahi - Dostana

10. Emosanal Attayachar - Dev D

Preity Zinta Turns 34, Wants To Clean Mumbai!

Bubbly, fizzy and zesty Preity Zinta has turned 34 today and she has a whole list of birthday wishes and the top on her wishlist is an ID card for every person living in Mumbai.

“It’s the only way to keep Mumbai from turning into a larger slum,” she vows.

Preity will be working hard on her birthday. “The Punjab Cup matches go on right up to Feb 2. So I’m in Punjab. But for my birthday, I have sneaked back to Mumbai for a day. My thoughts on my birthday are, I want to stop thinking and start doing things. It breaks my heart to see the slums in Bandra just opposite where I stay. People live like animals there!”

High on her list of priorities for her birthday today is a determination to do her best to clean out her city. “After Slumdog Millionaire, I realised, ‘Shit, this is how Mumbai is being seen in the West! I want a clean Mumbai. First of all, we need to look into the problem of illegal immigrants. In India, ‘Mehmaan Bhagwan hota hai.’ I urge immigrants to come to Mumbai through the right channels and they’ll be welcome. There are slums coming up all over Mumbai because of arbitrary migrants.”

Says Preity, “We don’t want slums on Mumbai’s roads. In the book Shantaram, an Australian man came and lived in the Mumbai slums without anyone knowing about him. Shantaram was a good man. But what if he was a terrorist? How do we tell the undesirable immigrant from the desirable? I think we need ID cards for every Mumbai-kar eye scan, fingerprints, the works. If Mumbai can’t take any more outsiders, we must stop it.”

She continues, “I believe workers who are brought in to build flyovers make their homes under these under-construction flyovers. Why not hire construction workers from Maharashtra? Why are we outsourcing so much of the workforce in Mumbai? Why are we paying taxes when we aren’t getting the right administration?”

Hats off to Preity… Great Spirit! Happy Birthday!

SRK and Manoj Kumar forget their bitterness

Since the release of Om Shanti Om, legendary actor Manoj Kumar was not on talking terms with SRK for making him a laughing stock in his flick. He even dragged SRK and Farah Khan to the court. But all is well now with the two actors making up.

SRK recently gave a visit to Manoj and spent a lengthy four hours with his family. He joked with his grandkids and enquired about the health of Manoj’s mom-in-law.

Manoj Kumar says, “Look, there wasn’t ever an epic war between us that we wouldn’t meet again. He made a mistake and apologized for it. My 94-year-old mother-in-law had to be recently operated upon, and Shah Rukh wanted to meet her. My mother-in-law used to make khakras for Gandhiji. She is a former MP from Congress and Shah Rukh’s mother was a social worker, that’s how they met.”

Manoj further adds, “Shah Rukh asked me why I was not making films anymore. I asked him what his problem was if I don’t make any and just rest at home. We joked about it. It was nice to meet him, I hardly interact with present day stars. I’ve just spoken to Aamir Khan over phone. And imagine, I haven’t met Salman since the last 19 years, despite his father, Salim Khan, being one of my closest friends.”

However SRK was unavailable for a comment on this visit.

Karisma’s Performs At Nach Baliye Finale

On the grand finale of Nach Baliye 4, Karishma Kapur will be performing a DIVA act where in she will pay a tribute to the original divas of Bollywood - Madhuri Dixit and Sridevi. She will be performing on their songs and some of her own songs. Sharukh Khan and Lara Dutta will be the guest of honor to announce the winner of Nach baliye 4. Catch the action without fail tomorrow!

Danny Boyle: Hrithik will be a part of Hollywood

Move over SRK and Aamir, the Slumdog Millionaire director is singing praises for our hot hunk Hrithik Roshan.

Danny says, “The world is changing. I am sure someday, someone will emerge as the connect between Hollywood and Bollywood.. someone like Hrithik Roshan. He is bang on! He is such an extraordinary dancer and a good actor. I am sure some day he will be a part of Hollywood.”

Undoubtedly with his Greek god looks, Hrithik has the charm to bowl over Hollywood too. You agree folks?

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A.R Rahman on People

The latest issue of People magazine features our Oscar nominated music composer A.R Rahman, aptly titled Making of a Genius. You like?

Sridevi Still Looks Young and Beautiful

Check Sridevi out on Victory’s premiere… She still looks so beautiful. We hope she sets the screens on fire soon.

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After 46 years AB got Dilip Kumar’s Autograph!

When Amitabh became a superstar, he became a natural successor to Dilip Saab who was already a legend that time. Amitabh Bachchan went on to become a bigger star than Dilip Saab but nonetheless it took him 46 long years to get Dilip Kumar’s autograph.

He reminisces on his blog, “I remember the first time I ever saw him in 1960. I had come to Bombay as a visitor with my parents…our hosts had taken us out to visit some of the awe inspiring sights and locations of this great city…It was a prominent restaurant, in now what is commonly referred to as South Bombay, where Dilip Kumar, the Dilip Kumar, walked in,” wrote the actor in his blog.

Urged by the elders and eager to go up and greet him and to ask him to oblige them with an autograph, Bachchan ran out of the restaurant to a nearby stationary store to buy an autograph book.

“Out of breath with excitement and apprehension, I walked back to the legend and softly put up my request. Poised statue like, hand extended with the book, I repeated my quivering words to him. He remained unmoved. Either to me or to the book.

“In a short while, he turned and left. I followed his departure, book in hand and a little embarrassed and self conscious and disappointed, returned to my seat, consoled by the elders with me not to take it personally. He may not have noticed you, or perhaps he was too busy with what was transpiring between him and is friends. I understood with some trepidation. End of meeting with Dilip Kumar,” writes Big B.

And then Dilip Kumar finally gave Amitabh Bachchan an autograph on the premiere of his film Black and that according to Amitabh was an amazingly touching moment when Dilip saab praised his acting in Black.

‘’Not only that, but he was nice enough to go back home and send me a note about my role in the film. That was a most touching moment for me,'’ he added.

Im sure if Dilip Saab knew it then that it was India’s biggest star standing in front of him, he would have not only given you his autograph but also his autobiography!

SRK to undergo surgery again

SRK is in pain, this time its his shoulder that is the cause behind all his troubled. SRK has previously had a surgery for his knees and back.

SRK injured his shoulder during an action sequence for Dulha Mil Gaya. He was undergoing regular physiotherapy sessions before he left for LA to shoot for My Name is Khan.

Doctor’s have strictly advised SRK to undergo surgery immediately, as he is delaying it because of his filmy commitments and to top it all his home production Billu Barber is on the verge of release.

A source says, “Now he has to decide whether to go for the surgery before or after the release. Anyway the amount of pain he is in, won’t permit him to promote his film, the way he wants to.”

However SRK unlike his previous surgeries which took place in London is thinking to get operated in India itself, he says, “I am in a lot of pain. I may do the surgery in India I haven’t decided that as yet.I wanted to finish shooting for MNIK and also wait for the release of Billu Barber (February 13). But surgery is imminent, so I may have to go in for the operation before the film releases, which is sad… Though I do wish I could have it post-13th, I may have to do it earlier. The doctors feel that it should be done immediately, so I am not sure.”

“I have torn my tendons and it hurts only when I laugh. Insha Allah, all will be well post-surgery after a couple of months of immobility. Right now, it’s very painful to shoot or even move around but I have a few promises and commitments to keep.”

Well that’s SRK for us, always on the move. We wish you a successful surgery and a speedy recovery!!!

Aamir zips Anil’s mouth

Although the main success of Slumdog Millionaire goes to director Danny Boyle, musician A R Rahman and stars Dev Patel and Frieda Pinto, Anil Kapoor is also trying to hog some lime light inspite of not giving a worthy to mention performance.

The actor now a days is bragging about how he bagged the role which was rejected by SRK and at a recent award fucntion Anil said, “Thanks to Shah Rukh’s rejection, I got the role.”

Then he also commented that Aamir should also start saying no to roles so that he might lay his hands on them too.

Aamir who won the Indian Entertainer of the Year award, replied to the comment in his usual witty way, “I barely get to do one film in a year, so there is no question of saying no!”

The witty reply made Anil squirm in embarrassment.

Karan wants White House for My Name is Khan

Karan Johar is shooting back to back for his next venture My Name is Khan which is being filmed currently in LA. Now Karan wants to take MNIK to Washington as he wants to shoot it in White House.

A source says, “Karan wants to shoot a sequence at the White House. The film is set against the aftermath of 9/11 in America and keeping the storyline in mind, Karan thinks filming at the prestigious White House will be a coup of sorts for him.”

However, White House is out of bounds for everyone and no body is allowed to film movies inside it.

The source says, “From what the officials have said no one has really been allowed to film inside the White House. Sure we can set up the crew and film it from the street like how most tourists do but what Karan wants is to be inside the main gates. Getting that isn’t going to be so easy.”

My Name is Khan is about a Muslim Rizwan Khan being enacted by SRK who suffers from autism and is detained by US authorities as they mistake his autism as suspicious behavior.

Hrithik Roshan Injured, In Hospital!

Hritik Roshan met an accident on the sets of his forthcoming film Kites. He has cuts on his writsts normally associated with attempted suicide cases. Thats why he avoided going to the a big celebrity hospital in Bandra and got admitted in Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital.

The Roshans wanted to avoid unncessary paperwork so they called up Tina Ambani and requested her to admit Hrithik.

A source close to Hrithik’s family says, “Duggu (Hrithik’s pet name) was the first patient at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital. He hurt himself on the sets of Anurag Basu’s Kites at Filmistan Studios on Wednesday night. He was shooting for an action scene in which he had to smash a windowpane with a rod and enter the room. The shot didn’t work well two times; the third time Hrithik hit the glass so hard that glass shards flew everywhere. One sliced through his wrist and blood gushed everywhere. The cut was so deep that Hrithik could see his bone.”

Though Papa Roshan wasn’t present on the sets executive producer and Hrithik’s sister Sunaina was. She took charge. “Initially, Sunaina didn’t realise how serious Hrithik’s wound was but when he cried out to her asking for help and to stop the blood gushing out, she realised he needed to be taken to a hospital for stitches. The source adds that Sunaina decided to take him to Lilavati Hospital in Bandra but they were advised that it might become a police case. She spoke to her dad, who in turn called Tina Ambani in Delhi who made the necessary arrangements for Hrithik’s admission.”

Rakesh Roshan confirms, “The deep cut required 12 stitches. He won’t be shooting for the next three days till the doctor sees his wound.”

Rakesh Roshan “We took Hrithik to the Ambani Hospital as it was close to Filmistan Studios in Goregaon. I wanted him to reach the hospital as soon as possible. I spoke to Tina. She spoke to the doctors and made all the required arrangements. Fortunately, they had opened the hospital just a day before and Hrithik was their first patient. It’s a fantastic hospital like a 7-star hotel very well thought out with 700 beds. The doctors are very efficient.”

With regard to the police case he says, “The police came for a routine enquiry and I showed them Hrithik’s report it was an accident on the sets. They were fine with that.”

Hrithik is too much of a happy man to committ any thing unlawful. So policemen… Just Chill.