Kareena Kapoor voted India’s most beautiful woman by People magazine

Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor who features on the cover of the magazine credits her beauty to her fitness regime and her diet. Recently she was voted for India’s most beautiful woman by ‘People Magazine’. The issue that takes readers through her growing up years also touches on questions like “When does she feel the most beautiful”. This Czarina of the Bollywood Industry Kareena believes that “you are what you eat”. Recently, she has also won the ‘Quick Heal NDTV Tech Life Award’ for Best Celebrity Endorser.

She also revealed about her stable relationship and career that have brought her peace of mind which in turn shows on her face. But while asking about her upcoming projects, she added that I have to do lot of the things for me. There are large numbers of brands in her kitty. At presently, I’m shooting for ‘Golmaal 3’, ‘Ra 1’, ‘Agent Vinod and Stepmom’.

Juhi Chawla plays a Kashmiri Pandit much inspired by Sanjay Suri’s mother in Onir's I A.M

Onir’s “I A.M “-is a tale of 4 stories woven together taking audiences through issues and dilemmas that bruise modern Indian society.

One of the stories –“I A.M Megha” starring the beautiful Juhi Chawla sees her play the role of a Kashmiri Pandit widow based on the life of actor Sanjay Suri’s mother. 

Reveals director Onir  “Juhi’s character is that of a Kashmiri Pandit. Her character is inspired from Sanjay and his mother’s life because they are refugees from Kashmir.”

The story revolving around the life of a refugee takes Juhi (Megha) back to Kashmir after 20 years to the house she lived in and many incidents from Urvashi Suri’s life have been incorporated into the film.

Confirms Sanjay Suri who is also a lead in the film “Yes, it is loosely based on my mother’s story but it is also about coming to terms with your past. Every person who has left Kashmir will identify with that. My mother revisited Kashmir after 17 years but she still didn’t visit our house in Srinagar where dad was killed”

Controversies never cease to leave Tere Bin Laden

Controversies never cease to leave Tere Bin Laden and the latest addition has humored the film’s team to no end.

Recently Walkwater the production house of the film Tere Bin Laden received an anonymous letter threatening them with dire consequences if they decided to release the film.

Sources reveal that the letter that was addressed to the Walkwater office in the suburbs by a misinformed person stated that they shouldn’t release the film since it was in support of Osama and terrorism.

However the production house remains unfazed by the letter. 

“The person who addressed the letter to us has got the theme of the film Tere Bin Laden all wrong. It doesn’t deal with terrorism least of all support it. It’s a light comedy” clarifies a production source.

It was recently also reported that director Abhishek Sharma received several missed calls from Pakistan after rumors were afloat that the director met with Osama’s son to research aspects of his life.

Walkwater and Abhishek Sharma’s Tere Bin Laden is a tongue-in-cheek comedy about an ambitious young news reporter from Pakistan played by Ali Zafar who is desperate to migrate to the US in pursuit of the American dream. His repeated attempts to immigrate are shot down as his visa is always rejected. But when things couldn’t look worse he comes across an Osama Bin Laden look alike.

Fake Osama Bin Laden on Twitter

 

Here to provide us with his regular updates and opinions, the fake Osama Bin Laden is the newest to join Twitterville.

Going by the name of “FakeBinLaden” ,the man in demand already has a plethora of fans on social networking site FaceBook.

Reveals an inside source “Following in the footsteps of our many celebrities –the fake Bin Laden is here to entertain us with his thoughts and opinions.He already has created a stir on FB and is now here to take micro blogging site Twitter by storm”

You can find this fake Osama Bin Laden on http://twitter.com/FakeBinLaden

The identity of the face behind the “FakeBinLaden” is kept under wraps but he will regularly tweet his opinions and other news on an upcoming film also inspired by him

The movie in question is Walkwater’s and Abhishek Sharma’s Tere Bin Laden.

‘Tere Bin Laden’ releasing 16^th July 2010 is a tongue-in-cheek comedy about an ambitious young news reporter from Pakistan played by Ali Zafar who is desperate to migrate to the US in pursuit of the American dream. His repeated attempts to immigrate are shot down as his visa is always rejected. But when things couldn’t look worse he comes across an Osama Bin Laden look alike. And that’s when chaos strikes!

"I convinced Punit to cast Imran and Sonam and he did" - Manish Malhotra

He has got the first Filmfare award ever given to a costume designer. He was there for the first shot of actresses making their debut, like Karisma Kapoor, Rani Mukerji, Deepika Padukone, Preity Zinta, etc. He was a superstar after Rangeela for making Urmila Matondkar look like a perfect fantasy. He defines creativity as, 'Nothing intellectual'. He will make you look different even in the basic blue denims and a white shirt because he is Manish Malhotra, a self-made man with a discerning eye who knows exactly how something should look, and won't suffer fools who look otherwise. Manish is a clothing guru, a subdued personality, never flinching when it comes to speaking his mind even when the culture would not have found it appropriate. His outfits have expression, modesty, sex appeal and simplicity because that's how Malhotra is in real life. So if you are forty plus and decide to go and buy a Manish Malhotra outfit, this is what happens. You then have an age you can deserve. UK's Harrow Observer columnist andBollywood Hungama's London correspondent Devansh Patel met the man who doesn't design clothes, but dreams...because he doesn't do fashion, he is fashion. 


Courtesy: Bollywood Hungama
By Devansh Patel


Read more at 
http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/features/2010/06/09/6335/index.html

Ajay's look in Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai inspired by Amitabh Bachchan's in Deewar

Balaji and Milan Luthria’s Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai promises to be a super-entertaining rewind to the era of romance, smuggling, cabaret and the mafia.

The film set in the 1970’s sees lead actor Ajay Devgn who plays a character much inspired by the infamous Haji Mastan don a purely  white ensemble throughout the film inspiration of which came from Amitabh Bachchan ‘s iconic look in Deewar.

Confirms director Milan Luthria “I happened to see Deewaar and loved Amitji’s all-white look when he goes for his father’s funeral in the film. I realized that the look would work for Ajay as he looks good in white. Ajay wears white throughout the film. It gives him a different identity.”

The team had to go through a grueling 37 costume changes that reflected the classic style of the 1970’s before settling on the “all white” look for Ajay.

Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai releasing 30th July 2010 follows the rise of Sultan(Ajay Devgn), and the conflict, when his protégé Shoaib(Emraan Hashmi), challenges his supremacy, and usurps power to rule the murky underbelly of Mumbai.

Kangana Ranaut reinvents herself for Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai

Beautiful, enigmatic and a powerhouse performer -Kangana Ranaut will soon be seen in Balaji and Milan Luthria’s Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai.

The film set in the 70’s is a super-entertaining rewind to the era of romance, smuggling, cabaret and the mafia .A time when women had a liberated air to them ,were fearless and bold.

And if anyone could carry the part of Ajay Devgn’s love interest in the film –the bold and bohemian Bollywood diva called Rehana it was Kangana Ranaut.

Says director Milan Luthria “Kangana lends herself because she has a great body which does not look vulgar and her face is chameleon-like -- she can change into different looks everyday.There is a lot of her in her character Rehana”

Kangana who worked hard on her look in the film studied the fads and trends rampant in the 70’s not just in Bollywood but even in the West.

Adds a production source “Kangana’s costumes were designed by Manoshi Nath and Rushi Sharma.She has done a lot of research on her role in the film and even went on to sketch out a preferred hairdo’s accessories costumes and the works for her look in the film”

Balaji & Milan Luthria's ONCE UPON A TIME IN MUMBAAI starring Ajay Devgn,Emraan Hashmi and Kangana Ranaut is all set to release worldwide on 30th July 2010

MF Hussain‘s new muse Vidya Balan

After Madhuri Dixit ,its Vidya Balan that the infamous MF Hussain is besotted with of recent.

MF Hussain who made Gaja Gamini especially for Madhuri Dixit now has wishes of working with the southern beauty Vidya Balan who the painter/director is all praise for after her last film Ishqiya.

Reveals a source  “MF Hussain is currently working on a script for Vidya. He was blown away with her performance in Ishqiya and has made his mind up to work with her ever since. He thinks she’s the quintessential Indian beauty not to mention a powerhouse of talent”

Vidya Balan we hear though immensely flattered wishes to complete her prior commitments before taking on other projects.Currently Vidya is shooting for  Rajkumar Gupta’s No One Killed Jessica which is based on the murder of model Jessica Lall in 1999.

R.Madhavan & Sarita celebrate their 10th anniversary

Congratulations are in order as the talented R.Madhavan celebrates his wedding anniversary today (6th June, 2010)

R.Madhavan and his wife Sarita complete 10 years of married life together.

Maddy who forayed into films after his marriage has always given his wife credit for his success since she was a constant support throughout his career.

Says a source close to the couple “Maddy and Sarita have come a long way –Maddy being a south Indian and Sarita a Maharashtrian. Madhavan, despite coming into the film industry after marriage, has a huge following of female fans. However Sarita remains unfazed by it”

Madhavan who has made no qualms in revealing that his wife is his biggest asset met Sarita when he used to teach electronic communications & conducting workshops throughout India.

“In an industry filled with insecurity they are truly a couple to look upto. They always stand by each other through thick and thin”adds the source

So here’s wishing both Madhavan & Sarita a very happy wedding anniversary!

Manish Malhotra to make his directorial debut

Coco Chanel once said, "Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street; fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening." For starters, you know what's happening in the world of Fashion? No? Well, here's the ice breaker for you then. India's numero uno fashion designer Manish Malhotra has shown interest in directing a full length feature film. An avid movie buff and having spent two decades in the Indian Film Industry, Manish Malhotra is all set to gear up for his directorial venture. He reveals, "I am planning to make a commercial, glamorous, glossy, popcorn film which I would go to see it. I have a dance film in mind and I've always wanted to do that kind of a film. The producers and the cast is too premature for me to speak about at this given point in time." He further quotes, "I don't only love fashion but also films. I have grown up watching Hindi films and the time has come that I show my prowess behind the camera. At the moment, it's a ssshhh."

Having known Manish and his celebrity friends list, we won't be surprised if we do see the wish list including Karan Johar, Kareena Kapoor, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Sonam Kapoor, and many more from the filmy fraternity roped in his debut film. And will it break any records for most number of celebrity special appearances? Oh yes, we're sure!

Watch this space for more from Manish Malhotra on Robot, I Hate Luv Storys, Anjaana Anjaani, Rockstar and Ra-One. 

By Devansh Patel

Abhay Deol – the first guest editor of Femina Magazine

Those who aren’t already convinced that Abhay Deol is a favorite with the ladies should grab themselves a copy of Femina’s June issue.

Not only does the unconventional star often referred to as the “thinking man’s actor” graze the cover of the magazine but is also the first male guest editor to the edition.

After several overwhelming requests from their readers Abhay Deol was asked not just to pose for the cover but edit the entire issue of the magazine.

Says the quirky Abhay Deol in the Guest Editor’s Letter “I’m All For Women Power”

Reveals a source  “The issue came out a day ago but the response has been phenomenal .This is the first time ever that an actor has edited the entire issue of the magazine. The magazine constantly got requests for Abhay from their readers and hence they decided to go ahead with it.”

Openly admitting how he enjoys being "the rebel" the magazine 's photo shoot is insight into Abhay Deol’s edgy,quirky and eccentric side as he talks about everything from love, sex, politics and more.

Sherlyn indulges in hot yoga

 

After Bipasha Basu,it is Sherlyn Chopra who seems to be bitten by the fitness bug. The hottie indulges in hot yoga six days a week. Besides which,she also does weight training thrice a week. When asked about her new addiction,

Sherlyn says,"Hot yoga is the most amazing way to sweat it out.It is a sexy way to not only suffer but also watch oneself suffer.The sweat and the pain are thoroughly rewarding.After every session of hot yoga,my body feels completely rejuvenated and craves for more pain.It will undoubtedly be an integral part of the fitness dvd that I'm working on."

These scintillating beauties are taking fitness to a brand new level.A level which is smoking hot.

Dubai welcomes "Being Human"

 Be sure to expect fireworks on the 27th and 28th May 2010 in Dubai with stunning shows and performances from top Bollywood stars, high energy sport events and off course a philanthropic foundation that is soon to take the world by storm.

Salman Khan‘s Being Human Foundation is soon to introduce itself to Dubai starting with a Fashion show to be held at the World Trade Centre on the 27th May –Bollywood stars will strut down the runway to show their support and promote the Being Human Foundation. It will then be followed by a Gala Dinner -

The 2 day extravaganza organized by Sohail Khan Entertainment will see over 20 Bollywood and some international celebrities in Dubai in support of the foundation.

 Reveals an inside source “A lot of Bollywood celebrities willingly came forward and wished to extend their support for the Being Human show in Dubai. The fashion show will also see international celebrities and cricketers ”

Another highlight to the event is a Being Human Cricket Match held at the Dubai Sports Complex participants of whom will be top Indian and international celebrities followed by an exhibition of Being Human paintings and merchandise like exclusive BH watches.

“Exclusive paintings and merchandise from Being Human will be put up on exhibition. And a celebrity cricket match will be held at a multi purpose stadium like the Dubai Sports Complex” adds the source.

The thought provoking and entertaining Being Human affair in Dubai promises to be an event of a lifetime.

Flying high with Kites, Nicholas Brown

Nicholas Brown is an Australian actor, singer, songwriter, and screenwriter Nicholas has starred in Anurag Basu's and Rakesh Roshan's Bollywood blockbuster ‘Kites’ opposite Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan. He just returned from Sydney as his self penned Australian Bollywood film has just been optioned by 3 time Emmy Award nominee Helena Harris. Olivia newton-John has been attached to my film.He has also just been cast in the Hollywood/Indian co-production Mumbai Calling, produced by Sooni Tareporewala.

He also represented India in Rehaan Engineer's play How To Survive Under Siege at the Kunsten Festival Des Arts in Brussels and again played the lead in Rehaan Engineer's play Seven Jewish Children at Project 88 in Colaba.

He is a graduate from the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA - the same acting school that produced Mel Gibson, Cate Blanchett, Baz Luhrman etc) and played the lead role in the Australian Drama Series The Cooks.

Katrina Kaif in the forefront of something new

Katrina Kaif has not just been a lucky mascot for her films but India’s most googled star also seems to be doing wonders for the brands she’s endorsing.

Reveals a source from a particular diamond brand Katrina endorses “Katrina Kaif has been very good for the brand. Sales have steadily increased since she has joined us. She personifies the brand to the T”

Whats bigger news is that Katrina Kaif is the first Bollywood star to initiate brands into tying up with charitable trusts- in fact the diamond brand in question has just tied up with Katrina’s mother Susanna’s charitable organization Relief Projects India.

Reveals a source “Katrina Kaif’ s brand has donated a whopping 50 lakhs towards the cause of her mother’s charitable trust. They realize the value Katrina adds to the brand and would like to support her in their small way towards something she believes in.”

We also come to hear that many of Katrina’s other brands are also contemplating something on similar lines.

Now that gets us thinking since Katrina Kaif has initiated such tie-ups we’re sure many of her industry counterparts will soon follow suit.

About Relief Projects India (R.P.I.) collaborates with The Claretian Educational and Social Services Society to rescue unwanted and abandoned baby girls, to prevent them from being killed. They are also actively involved in a rural outreach programme in villages in the Thirumangalam Taluk of Madurai district, to prevent the practice of infanticide and improve the health of expectant mothers and babies.

http://www.reliefprojects.org/

Balaji ropes in renowned columnist /author Shobhaa De for Once upon a Time in Mumbaai

Balaji’s Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai brings together a dynamic duo –one a renowned columnist/author and another -the Czarina of Indian television. For the first time ever Ekta Kapoor and Shobhaa De join forces for Balaji & Milan Luthria’s Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai.

Seen through the eyes of a police officer, ‘Once Upon A Time in Mumbaai’ traces the changing face of the Mumbai underworld. The film, set primarily in 1970 Mumbai, follows the rise of Sultan (Ajay Devgan), and his eventual fall, when his protégé Shoaib (Emraan Hashmi), challenges his supremacy, and usurps power to rule the murky underbelly of Mumbai.

Shobhaa De known for her keen insight and understanding of urban culture was roped in by Balaji as a social media consultant for the film. Inside sources also claim that Balaji was looking for someone who would ensure that the context of the film would be contemporary and appeal to audiences alike- Shobhaa’s lucidity of thought and ideas and her dedicated scrutiny of society in the 70’s made her the perfect fit.

Talking about having the celebrated author on board says Ekta Kapoor “I am looking forward to some exciting and hitherto unknown facts to emerge from her association”

Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai a showcase of all that was iconic in the 70’s promises to be a super-entertaining rewind to the era of romance, smuggling, cabaret and the mafia.

“This new involvement promises to be as exciting as the Sensational Seventies. I’m looking forward to being a part of Ekta’s nostalgia” remarks Shobhaa De.

Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai (2010) - Official Trailer

Bollywood ‘s Numero Uno designer Manish Malhotra joins Twitter

Mumbai: Making himself accessible to his friends, fans and well-wishers Manish Malhotra designer to Bollywood’s leading ladies is the newest to join the Twitter bandwagon.

ManishMalhotra1 -Manish ‘s official Twitter id has already gained 2,873 followers just hours post it’s creation.

 Says Manish Malhotra enthusiastically “I’m very excited to connect with the world beyond movies and fashion”

As per official sources Manish Malhotra- Bollywood’s Numero Uno designer finally decided to join the micro blogging giant after much coaxing from his friends and well wishers.

Adds a source close to the designer “Manish has his plate full this year and is constantly globe trotting and at times completely inaccessible .After much convincing he has finally decided to tweet and keep everyone updated on his day to day happenings”

This year Manish Malhotra is styling Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in Robot and Action Replay,Priyanka Chopra in Anjaana Anjaani, Kareena Kapoor and Kajol in Karan Johar’s remake of the Hollywood blockbuster Stepmom, Sonam Kapoor in I Hate Love Stories and Kareena Kapoor in Ra1

ManishMalhotra1 -Manish ‘s official Twitter id has already gained 2,873 followers just hours post it’s creation.

Says Manish Malhotra enthusiastically “I’m very excited to connect with the world beyond movies and fashion”

Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai' promotional trailer releases with Kites

 

*Mumbai*: Audiences were in for a treat today, Friday,21st May 2010, as Balaji's latest film,'Once Upon A Time in Mumbaai' – saw it’s theatrical trailer release alongside Anurag Basu’s Kites.


After the success of its previous release, LSD - Love Sex aur Dhokha ,Balaji's’s latest project, Once Upon Time in Mumbaai, directed by Milan Luthria, stars Ajay Devgn,Emraan Hashmi, Kangana Ranaut and Prachi Desai.

Judging by the audience reaction the film sure looks to be all that it promises – a super-entertaining rewind to the era of romance, smuggling, cabaret and the mafia.


Seen through the eyes of a police officer, ‘Once Upon A Time in Mumbaai’ traces the changing face of the Mumbai underworld. The film, set primarily in 1970 Mumbai, follows the rise of Sultan (Ajay Devgn), and his eventual fall, when his protégé Shoaib (Emraan Hashmi), challenges his supremacy, and usurps power to rule the murky underbelly of Mumbai.


Says a renowned trade analyst “Audiences are eagerly awaiting the movie’s release. There is a lot of buzz surrounding the movie already especially after the success of LSD”


Sources reveal that those who have seen the rushes of the film can’t stop raving about it –thanks to its slick, clutter-breaking approach of mirroring reality something that the makers are known to do with élan. In fact while the trailer was played on the big screen audiences were seen whistling and hooting especially in multiplex theatres in the suburbs.


Reveals a source “In the day and age where production houses are churning out one comedy and romantic flick after another Balaji dares to be different and comes out with a slick and entertaining film that makes you re-live the iconic days of the Mumbai of 1970s.”


Balaji & Milan Luthria's Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai is all set to release worldwide on 30th July.

Bollywood Talking

Raindrop Media Pvt Ltd. announces the launch of its blog


Raindrop Media –India’s premier Brand & Image Consultant and Media Director is happy to announce the launch of its first ever blog (raindropmedia.blogspot.com)
Raindrop has been the media director for some of the biggest films right from Housefull, Love Aaj Kal, Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani, Veer, Love Sex aur Dhokha to Main Hoon Na, Kambakkht Ishq ,Yuva,Garam Masala and plenty others .They also work with some of the most successful superstars in the industry right from Salman Khan , Saif Ali Khan to Kareena Kapoor, Katrina Kaif, Shilpa Shetty, Preity Zinta ,Vidya Balan ,Abhay Deol,Asin,Pratik,directors Farah Khan and Sajid Khan to production houses like Nadiadwala Grandsons Entertainment, Illuminati, Venus, Tips and designer Manish Malhotra .


The blog will be a reader’s pit stop to the latest news updates and gossip and will treat visitors to exclusive pictures and material from the house of Raindrop Media.


So sit  back and enjoy "Kyunki picture abhi baki hai mere dost"