Deepika launches Kingfisher 2010 Calender

Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone on Sunday unveiled the Kingfisher 2010 Calender. Over the last seven years the Kingfisher Calendar has become synonymous with the hottest models, exotic locations, stunning photographs and has been the most sought out swimsuit calendar in the country. The eight edition of the swimsuit has been photographed by Atul Kasbekar

Deepika Padukone said "In the beginning of my career, I was a part of the calendar and it's becoming better every year. Girls in this calendar have done a fantastic job. Deepika who figured in the 2006 edition of the calendar added It's of international standards and it's one of the best calendars in the world.” Chairman of the UB Group Vijay Mallya was also present on the occasion.

Deepika is a friend says Farhan Akhtar

Ranbir and Deepika ’s variable love story has been the chat of Bollywood. And now there is a twist in the tale. Rumour mills are abuzz with talk of Deepika’s growing closeness to Farhan Akhtar, her co-star in Karthik Calling Karthik. The much-married Farhan refuses to comment on Ranbir and Deepika. “What’s going on between them is completely between them. It’s their personal connection and I am nobody to remark on that,” he says.

According to Farhan, there’s nothing to clarify about his amity with Deepika. “Nobody suspects when I SMS my movie director or my director of photography. But somehow, if you SMS your co-actor, people start raising eyebrows. I don’t get affected by it as people will say what they have to say,” says Farhan. Farhan and Deepika bonded well while shooting for Karthik Calling Karthik. And the director has a sweet message for his buddy.

“The fact that we had a huge time making this film and that we struck a great friendship should not be lost. I hope it doesn’t affect her just as it doesn’t affect me. I look forward to meeting her each time we do meet,” he says.

Ranbir-Deepika’s split a blessing for Rocket Singh

They say no publicity is bad publicity. Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone must be having hard time with the jounos keep asking them about their alleged break-up, but it has turned out to be a blessing in disguise for Ranbir’s latest offering Rocket Singh – Salesman of the Year, where he acts with newcomer Shazahn Padamsee.

The makers of Rocket Singh didn’t promote the film aggressively and director Shimit Amin defended that it was to arouse curiosity amongst the public. But the truth is, a good opening requires good publicity however big a film is. Luckily, the break-up rumours of its lead actor with his girlfriend Deepika came handy.

Don’t know how true the splitting story is but it has surely pushed Ranbir into the minds of the people. Who knows if he deliberately refused to clarify the rumours, knowing that it would bring good fortune to his film.

Deepika-Ranbir try to destroy each other

A few months back they were in each other’s arms but Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor are sworn enemies now. Bitterness has crept in after their split and both of them feel betrayed. The once love birds are doing every thing possible to hurt the other. Their professional rivalry is becoming the latest talk of the tinsel town and critics believe their moves might prove to be suicidal for their careers.

In what can be seen as an attempt to take each other head on Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor have made sure that their promotional events clash. While Deepika will be launching a cosmetic brand at a Mumbai hotel, Ranbir will be flagging off a bike rally on the same day and at the same time. Both the stars want to show their popularity to the other

The couple who had vowed not to each other’s limelight seemed to be guided by the sole motive to hurt each other. Although, both of them are aware that this could be suicidal for their careers they are not willing to listen to anyone. Well, all we can say is that the two should move on and not become suicidal. Someone rightly put it “Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional.”

Farhan the new man in Deepika’s life?

Story of her break up with Ranbir Kapoor is a thing of the past. Now Deepika Padukone seems to have found her new man and it is none other than Kartik Calling Kartik co-star Farhan Akhtar. Sources say that the two have got really close during the making of the film.Ever since Deepika called off her relationship with Ranbir she has been bonding well with Farhan.

The director turned actor has become a special person in Deepika’s life.It may be recalled that a few weeks back Deepika had slammed Katrina Kaif for spreading rumours about her closeness with Farhan. Katrina who was mingling with Ranbir during the shooting of Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahini had spread rumours of Deepika and Farhan were getting too intimate during the shooting of KCK.

Katrina had landed uninvited on the sets of the movie Deepika and Farhan were shooting an intimate scene.

New Man in Deepika's life!

We heard about her break story with Ranbir Kapoor. We also heard about the fact that these days Deepika Padukone is keeping herself busy with her work in order to keep the memory of her broken heart away. But, we haven't heard as yet about Deepika's new man in her life. Well, here is the story.

According to reliable sources, after her break-up with Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone has got close to another co-star. This time the name happens to be that of director turned actor Farhan Akhtar. Sources say that the two have got really close during the making of the film KARTHIK CALLING KARTHIK.

Our source adds, "Deepika's break-up with Ranbir happened while KARTHIK CALLING KARTHIK was still being made. Since Farhan is her co-star, the two really bonded well to the extent that it seems Farhan is the special person in Deepika's life."

Well, though the actors haven't been spotted together, we wonder whether the two stars will accept or deny this new development.

Deepika will Play Badminton !

The beautiful Deepika Padukone is on a roll these days. After the success of 'Love Aaj Kal', the actress indeed is in a lot of demand. Actually, the lady has signed an Ashutosh Gowariker movie titled as, 'Khele Hum Jee Jaan Se'.

The leggy lass would romance Abhishek Bachchan in the movie. But, what’s more interesting is that she plays a role of a badminton player. We are sure that all Deepika Padukone fans know that the actress is the daughter of badminton ace Prakash Padukone and also is a champion in the game.

Deepika steps in Asin’s shoes

After Asin suddenly backed out of Ashutosh Gowarikar’s next anticipated period film, buzz is that Deepika Padukone has replaced her. The film titled Khelen Hum Jee Jaan Se starring Abhishek Bachchan is based on the Chittagong Uprising of 1930. Abhishek essays the role of Surjya Sen, and Ashu, after the dud Whats Your Rashee?, is putting his heart and soul into the movie. He wants it to be bigger than his earlier epic love story Jodhaa Akbar and was very keen on signing on Asin in the female lead. He was amazed by her work in Ghajini and wanted the same type of expressiveness to shine in his film as well.

However, Asin backed out at the last minute, citing date issues, leaving Ashu in a tizzy. A source close to the director revealed, “Ashutosh, who was busy working on the pre-production work of the film, was left surprised when Asin backed out of the film. He was back to searching his lead, and after Genelia D’souza and Sonam Kapoor, he finally zeroed in on Deepika Padukone, who readily accepted the role. Deepika had wanted to do a period film for a while now, and she knows that Ashu holds expertise in that area. She’s also excited to work with Ashutosh and Abhishek Bachchan for the first time. What more could an upcoming actress ask for so early in her Bollywood career?”

But why didn’t Asin feel the same? Explains her friend, wishing to stay anonymous, “Asin is tired of being sidelined in films. If she was praised for her performance in Ghajini, everybody knows who hogged most of the limelight. If she would have been promoted well during her first film, she wouldn’t have been taken for granted by other directors. The other being Vipul Shah, who didn’t utilise Asin in London Dreams as well, he made sure Salman and Ajay were the stars of the film and made Asin look a mere extra in the film. She didn’t even have a song for herself in the movie.” While Ashu is staying mum about bringing on Deepika on board, his wife Sunita confirmed the news, saying, ‘Yes. Deepika is on. We are really looking forward to working with her’

It is reported that Sikander Kher has also been offered a role in the film. After Niketan Dheer, who was cast in Jodhaa Akbar, here’s yet another star-son to get a break with Ashutosh.

Deepika steps in Asin’s shoes

The film titled Khelen Hum Jee Jaan Se starring Abhishek Bachchan is based on the Chittagong Uprising of 1930. Abhishek essays the role of Surjya Sen, and Ashu, after the dud Whats Your Rashee?, is putting his heart and soul into the movie. He wants it to be bigger than his earlier epic love story Jodhaa Akbar and was very keen on signing on Asin in the female lead. He was amazed by her work in Ghajini and wanted the same type of expressiveness to shine in his film as well.

However, Asin backed out at the last minute, citing date issues, leaving Ashu in a tizzy. A source close to the director revealed, “Ashutosh, who was busy working on the pre-production work of the film, was left surprised when Asin backed out of the film. He was back to searching his lead, and after Genelia D’souza and Sonam Kapoor, he finally zeroed in on Deepika Padukone, who readily accepted the role. Deepika had wanted to do a period film for a while now, and she knows that Ashu holds expertise in that area. She’s also excited to work with Ashutosh and Abhishek Bachchan for the first time. What more could an upcoming actress ask for so early in her Bollywood career?”

But why didn’t Asin feel the same? Explains her friend, wishing to stay anonymous, “Asin is tired of being sidelined in films. If she was praised for her performance in Ghajini, everybody knows who hogged most of the limelight. If she would have been promoted well during her first film, she wouldn’t have been taken for granted by other directors. The other being Vipul Shah, who didn’t utilise Asin in London Dreams as well, he made sure Salman and Ajay were the stars of the film and made Asin look a mere extra in the film. She didn’t even have a song for herself in the movie.” While Ashu is staying mum about bringing on Deepika on board, his wife Sunita confirmed the news, saying, 'Yes. Deepika is on. We are really looking forward to working with her'

It is reported that Sikander Kher has also been offered a role in the film. After Niketan Dheer, who was cast in Jodhaa Akbar, here's yet another star-son to get a break with Ashutosh.

I want to work with Mr Bachchan: Deepika

With a smash-hit opposite King Khan, Deepika Padukone has had no dull phase in her two-year career. Already one of the leading divas of Bollywood, the sizzler has a series of blockbusters marking her successful run at the Box Office. Considered one of the most promising stars in Tinsel Town, the intelligent-eyed beauty is currently reigning supreme and is in no mood to contain her happiness.

On a high after the current success of her film, ‘Love Aaj Kal’, the exuberant beauty spoke to Tanu Talwar of Spicezee.com about her love, life and career at the Box Office.

Tanu: Did you see ‘Wake up Sid’? How did you find Ranbir and Konkana’s chemistry?

Deepika: I saw the film when the premiere was held for the entire cast and crew. I feel Ayan is an extremely talented director. I really liked the film and I feel that Ranbir has done an amazing job. I loved the way both Konkona and Ranbir did justice to their characters in the movie.

Tanu: ‘Love Aaj Kal’ did great business at the Box Office. Which is the next big flick that you are kicked about?

Deepika: I have a couple of films lined up. There is ‘Karthik calling Karthik’ releasing at the end of this year and then there is ‘Houseful’ by Sajid Khan that will release next year.

Tanu: Tell us about ‘Karthik Calling Karthik’?

Deepika: It’s a romantic comedy. It’s directed by Pradeeep Sarkar and has Farhan in the lead.

Tanu: Is it true that you are doing a Yash Raj flick opposite Neil Nitin Mukesh?

Deepika: Yes that’s right. It’s based and set around Bombay and is scheduled to start early next year.

Tanu:So you’ll be celebrating Diwali with Ranbir?

Deepika: No. I try to celebrate most of the festivals with my family. I am looking forward to celebrate Diwali with my family.

Tanu: What’s your fitness mantra?

Deepika: Well, I really work out hard and I do yoga. Besides yoga, I am also into sports. I think playing sports is the best way to stay in shape.

Ranbir and Deepika in trying waters again

The fights and arguments between the most talked about youngest couple of B-Land, Ranbir and Deepika is in air again. The last was on Sunday night, after which Ranbir left for the Rajneeti outdoor in Bhopal. Sources say they have been fighting last week as well and Deepika almost didn’t come for Karan Johar’s fashion show. The couple was together at the event though, but the undercurrent of stress was obvious to everyone.

Sources close to the couple say that they are currently not on speaking terms. An insider says, “Everyone knows that Neetu never really approved of Deepika for her son even though Ranbir tried and succeeded, to a large extent, to make his mom thaw towards his girl.”In spite of being totally committed to the relationship, Deepika feels Ranbir is not making a commitment to her and perhaps waiting for the green signal from his mom. On the other hand, Ranbir feels that he is too young to get engaged.

A friend of the actress says, “They are together. Fights happen in every relationship. This is the eighth time that everyone’s convinced they are heading for a split. But it’s all
fine. They’ve patched up.”Everyone around them is wondering if this is the beginning of the end.

Deepika wows crowd at Lakme Fashion Week

A-list starlet and one of the most graceful actress of Indian cinema, Deepika Padukone recently wowed fashionistas at India’s Lakme Fashion Week when she walked the ramp for designers Nanika and Gauri.The collection, which incorporated the timeless elegance of Hollywood heroines, was further enhanced by Deepika’s classic looks, perfectly capturing the aura of spellbinding charm and glamour that the designers were hoping to create.

Deepika also walked the ramp for designer Manish Malhotra at the Videocon Youth Icon Awards where the gorgeous supermodel’s striking features and inimitable sense of style were recognized by the award for Fashion Icon of the Year.The awards recognize and reward individual excellence and exemplary achievement in the fields of business, sports, media, social welfare and justice, technology, arts, politics, fashion and entertainment.

Deepika Padukone has been featured on the cover of top fashion magazines such as Vogue, L’Officiel, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Harpers Bazaar and Grazia. She is also the first Indian face to feature on the front cover of Cosas magazine, Latin America.