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9 Sept 2009

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Why Sridevi couldn't Say no to Sallu!

Shy Sridevi has agreed to make her first-ever television appearance on Sallu's show 10 Ka Dum.
Considering that the yesteryear diva had said no to KJo's Koffee with Karan and Vir Sanghvi’s show, we wonder how Sallu managed to convince his Chandramukhi and Chand Ka Tukda co-star to appear on his show.
Think we can guess what could be the reason for her assent. Both of them share the same hobby – painting and also Sri is the producer of Salman’s next release Wanted. And yes, their names start with alphabet 'S'. What say?
Apart from Sridevi, the show will also have her husband Boney Kapoor.

18 Jun 2009

I want to be a Villain now: Shreyas

After getting recognition in both serious as well as comedy films, actor Shreyas Talpade now wants to play a villain.

"I did try my hands playing a negative character in Aggar, but the film didn't work well. However, I havent played a full-fledged negative role so far. In fact, I am now looking for the role of a villain. I have been experimenting with myself. And this is the only thing which is left and I will do that as well," Talpade says.

After delivering hit comedies like Apna Sapna Money Money, Golmal Returns and Welcome to Sajjanpur, he will once again be seen in another laugh riot Paying Guest opposite bikini-girl Celina Jaitley.

Talking about his role in the film where he disguises himself as a housewife to stay as a paying guest, the 33-year-old actor said that its challenging for anyone to play a woman with enough of conviction. "Even the make-up used to take a long time. I took almost two to three hours to get ready," he says.

Directed by scriptwriter-turned-director Paritosh Painter, the film revolves around four young boys - Shreyas Talpade, Aashish Choudhary, Javed Jafferi and Vatsal Sheth who are looking for an accommodation. The film also stars Neha Dhupia and Riya Sen.

When asked about the secret behind his not being stereotyped as an actor, he says, "I dont know the reason. I am fortunate enough to have got all kinds of roles and worked with all kinds of directors. I am happy that everyone has a role for me which they think will suit me".

But is doing a slapstick comedy equally challenging as playing a 'bahurupia' the one he played in Nagesh Kukunoors Dor?

"Yes. I love films. For me, a film is a film and it doesn't matter which category it falls into. You have to put in the same kind of effort for both. Comedy is actually a little more difficult because it is difficult to make people genuinely laugh. And as long as I am enjoying it, I will keep doing it," the actor, who is liked by audiences and critics alike said.

Describing Dor as his best work, he says that each of his films has taken him a step forward in life.

On reports that he would be playing legendary singer Kishore Kumar in Kukunoors next film, he says, "There have been rumours like this. Nothing is final so far. But that would be really challenging for any actor to play Kishore da, as he is still a legend."

Kareena Kapoor to Saty away from Bikini For Mother

Kareena Kapoor is a mama’s girl. She is very much fond of her mother Babita and to keep her words, she has decided to abandon bikini. Babita does not like her daughter exposing in two piece and asked Kareena to give it away. Bebo like a dedicated child agreed her mom and decided to stay away from bikini.“No more bikini shots for me. I mean I am very happy with the kind of attention and adulation I got for getting in to a bikini in Tashan. I was not uncomfortable wearing it. Why should I be? I have the phusique to carry off. But that’s it. My mother did not like me in a bikini. Also the kind of work that I am doing now in 3 Idiots or Rensil D’Silva movie does not require that kind of exposure”.gards her mother a lot as she has sacrificed her career in upbringing her and her sister and honors for her charitable works. The actress said, “She now does a lot of charity work with charitable institutions like the Mount Mary Old Age Home in Bandra and other places. She is a very giving woman. I should know. She sacrificed her own career and joys to bring up my sister and me”.

Kareena On The Cover Of Fashion Magazine “Timeout” - May 1, 2008
Bollywood Tashan beauty Kareena Kapoor, with her newly attained Diva status and style, can 100% surely be crowned as the queen of cover girls. This time the actress graces the cover of fashion magazine ”Timeout” with the best of her glamour quotient. The cover itself is so glamorous and inviting, the hawkers will definitely be unable to meet
Kareena Kapoor Postpones New York Trip To Celebrate Her Mom’s Birthday - April 23, 2009
Kareena Kapoor was supposed to leave for a month long schedule of Rensil D’silva’s movie. But she opted for a sudden change of plan. April 20 happened to be Bebo’s mother’s birthday. Mama as usual insisted that Kareena Kapoor must not allow her work to suffer. But while shooting an ad with Imtiaz Ali in Chandigarh
Video Of Kareena Kapoor’s Bikini Shoot In “Tashan” - May 16, 2008
Last day, Kareena Kapoor was in the news that she did a photoshoot for her latest film “Tahan” and even losing much weight to wear a bikini. Altough, “Tashan” was not create its Tashan at the box-office, but Kareena still in hot news because of her bikini. Check out the video clip of Kareena’s bikini shoot
Kareena Meets The Jawans At Kargil With Saif On Her Birthday - September 27, 2008
On the evening of Kareena’s 28 birthday, her mother Babita suggested that she should make it really special. Not only did she have Saif accompanying her in the cold climates of North India, but she also got the opportunity to share her birthday with the numerous Jawans who were present at Kargil. Both Kareena
Kareena Kapoor Embarrassed Over Lip Lock With Akshay Kumar - May 26, 2009
We have heard stories of Kareena Kapoor’s bathing costume scene from the film “Kambakkht Ishq” that the actress has prevented from being used in the promos. Now it seems there is another lip lock scene of her with Akshay Kumar that is embarrassing her. The kissing scene has not been made a part of the

10 Jun 2009

Bollywood's leggy Lasses

Claudia set to debut in Bollywood with 'Karma', Katrina Encourages her too

Latest Bollywood debutant, 22-year-old German model Claudia Ciesla's Karma Crime, Passion, Reincarnation directed by MR Shahjahan is ready to hit the theatres on June 11.

While promoting 'Karma - Crime, Passion, Reincarnation' Tuesday, June 9, at Renaissance Club, Mumbai, Claudia said "Salman and I are just friends. Katrina Kaif is his girlfriend. She is very beautiful and intelligent,"
The story of the film revolves around the theme of reincarnation in psychological thriller.
"Karma is about reincarnation, about believing. It's very emotional. The story is about two girls, who come to India from abroad." said Claudia.
"If the Indian audience allows me to work here, I would be more than happy to settle down in Mumbai."
"I have some offers but they're confidential." She added.
By the way Katrina and Claudia seem to get along quite well unlike the what media buzz about it. In fact, Katrina, who struggled at the initial stage of her career with no Godfather in Bollywood, gave a piece of her experience to Claudia. She advised her on how to go about to make a mark in Bollywood.
Katrina told her to get a Good female manager like she did because she is an outsider in Bollywood. She also wished her all the best

9 Jun 2009

Imran Khan Preppy Style for MW Shoot

Ready on the dot at 9:30 am for the MW shoot, Imran Khan is checking his reflection in the mirror. Brows raised in concentrations, he appraises his look for the first shot du jour. The stylist has picked a layered T-shirt to go with a pair of white slim fit jeans and worn with pair of black and white ankle length sneakers. “Let’s rock ‘n’ roll!” says Khan when he is finally satisfied with the look after a fair bit of tweaking.His involement with his look is evident as the shoot progresses through the day.Trying to find a solution to an errant cuff like a consummate sartorialist, he quips, “Why do not we fold the sleeves in the next shot? I think it will look better that way”.About six hours later, the shot was cover in the living room of Khan’s two storied Pali Hill bungalow. A large black and white poster of a brooding James Dean takes up most of the space on a wall.Sitting almost directly below it, Khan could very well be Dean’s doppelganger with his relaxed, unfussy attitude coupled with an intense share that belies his 26 years.But yet there is something intrinsically youthful about the entire package that is Imran Khan.
Dressed in a casual gree T-shirt and fitted True Religion jeans teamed with flip flops, Khan exudes a stylishly preppy persona all hidden in the grab of someone who really does not confirm to any fashion dikats.

Payal Rohatagi Photo Shoot Pictures - December 6, 2008
Actress and Bigg Boss contestant Payal Rohatagi doing a photo shoot at her residence. She wears white shirt and blue jeans.
Imran Khan New Dashing Photo Shoot For ETC - November 29, 2008
Imran Khan! The name itself leaves one speechless. How can anyone describe this chocolate boy who flutters in the hearts of all the women young and old alike. Imran, the nephew of Aamir Khan, is not just handsome but also superbly talented. After his successful debut with Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, Imran was recently
Shahrukh Khan and Kajol On Dabboo Ratnani’s 2009 Calendar - January 31, 2009
Sometimes a picture can say more than multitudinous words. For a great photograph sparks off diverse connotations and impacts the subconscious in a manner that can nit be defined. That’s the beauty of Dabboo Ratnani’s Photography. It is an Art From that’s unique and goes much beyond the Obvious. Recently, Dabboo Ratnani launched his 10th
Adhyayan Suman And Kangna Ranaut Passionate Lip-Locked Controvery - October 10, 2008
Whether it is Kareena Kapoor-Saif Ali Khan or Deepika Padukone-Ranbir Kapoor, it is always fun to see the real couples sharing sizzling on screen chemistry. Another pair who is joining the bandwagon of sharing intense chemistry is Shekhar Suman’s son Adhyayan and Kangana Ranaut. In their forthcoming movie “Raaz : The Mystery Continues”, the pair
Ajay Devgan Romance With Kareena Kapoor On The Cover Of Cinebiltz - September 30, 2008
Remember the zebra pair in Omkara? Yes, we are talking about the pair of darky Ajay Devgan and pinko white Kareena Kapoor, who again sizzle on the cover page of Cinebiltz magazine latest issue of October. The zebra pair return with a comedy “Golmaal Returns“, which is a sequel to Golmaal. Bebo still happy with

Shahrukh Khan Signs 3 year Deal To Host IIPM Quiz

That’s what Shahrukh says to all B School students as IIPM signs up Shahrukh for a three year deal to host IIPM’s B School Quiz! Be it placements at IIPM or its global initiatives, IIPM clearly seems to have remained untouched by the economic recession.

At a time when even Bollywood has put its projects on hold, in a first of its kind trend setting movie, the institution has now roped in the King of Bollywood, SRK to host their annual business and marketing quiz, for three years. To be held in association with Planman Media’s magazine, 4Ps Business and Merketing it promises to become India’s premiere B School quiz event!

When contacted Prof. Arindam Chaudhuri, the Dean of IIPM said, “IIPM is all about bringing World Class in terms of education as well as campus life experience for the students. The IIPM B School festival, Amaze, is in any case the largest B-School festival in India with huge participation from International B-Schools as well. This B-School Quiz also promises to be a big international event”.

When quizzed about bringing Shahrukh Khan to host the event, he said, “Everything we do at IIPM is grand, distinct, pioneering and above all else global. Who else in India can make an event big just by his global popularity than King Khan? To top it all he is pereceived as the intelligent face of Bollywood because of his economics education background, his suave marketing skills and sharp intelligence. He obviously was the natural choice. IIPM is honoured and proud that he accepted our request”!

While the King Khan of Bollywood says, “I am coming to IIPM and it will be nice to be there”! The show will be held at the IIPM campus in Satbari, Delhi.

Shahrukh Khan, Gauri Khan, Arjun Rampal, Farhan Akhtar And Sachin Tendulkar At Their Children’s School For Event - November 18, 2008
King Shahrukh Khan, Gauri Khan and cricketer Sachin Tendulkar attend their kids School for Children’s Day event at Dhirubhai Ambani International School. Another stars Arjun Rampal with wife Mehr Rampal and friend Farhan Akhtar sizzled at the occasion.
University of Mumbai’s Kalina Campus scandal - April 15, 2008
After jamshedpur mms scandal, another mms scandal broke out and this time its in University of Mumbai’s Kalina Campus. According to the news two students were found in compromising condition in the council office. the mms video wasnt put to download but sent to media In detail another student working on the second floor of the
Shahrukh Flags Off The “Paanchvi Paas” Show - April 22, 2008
Shahrukh Khan new show on TV “Kya App Paanchvi Paas Se Tez Hai?” will be telecast on 25 April at 8:00 PM. The show gets much publicity before its starting. So if you are smarter than a 5th standard then, Shahrukh Khan is giving you a chance to will almost Rs. 5 Crores ($1.25 million). Bollywood
Shahrukh Khan Promotes Shopper Stop’s New Campaign “Start Something New” - April 24, 2008
Bollywood King, Shahrukh Khan is seen busy flying high lately and the recent project to come under his wings is Shopper Stop’s new look “Start Something New”. The event was held to declare the tie up between Shopper Stop and King Khan in Mumbia at the ITC Grand Maratha hotel. Super star Shahrukh looked sool in
Raja Ki Aygi Baraat Video Episode Of 7 October 08 - October 8, 2008
Rani and Yudhi suggest to make a school instead of temple and they convinced villagers as well. Villagers donate their money for school and refused to be with Munshi and pandit. Raja gave money to make temple to Yudhar and Bhoomi but at the last moment Bari Rani come to know that they did not give the money to makers

8 Jun 2009

Director Mehul Kumar's daughter Jahaan turns Heroine

She played the daughter of Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Prada in "Kohraam" a decade ago. Now Jahan Bloch is all set to debut as heroine in "Krantiveer - The Revolution", being directed by dad Mehul Kumar. "In my earlier years when I got an opportunity to play Amitabh Bachchan's daughter, I was very comfortable in front of the camera. Same is the case today as well when I'm playing a full-fledged character," Jahan, the latest to join the celebrity kids bandwagon, said. "Kohraam" (1999) was directed by Mehul Kumar. The original 1994 "Krantiveer", also directed by Mehul Kumar, starred Nana Patekar, Dimple Kapadia, Mamta Kulkarni and Atul Agnihotri. For 21-year-old Jahan, it was a childhood dream to become an actress. "Call it (in) the genes and being part of a filmy family, but ever since I can remember I always wanted to be an actress. I must have been three-years-old when I spoke to dad about becoming an actress," she said. The newcomer says she didn't feel the need to join any acting classes. "Frankly, I didn't see any need for that. I come from a family that has made movies for decades; so why not learn straight from them? My on-the-job training started at home itself as I used to visit my dad's set on a regular basis. I just wanted to study the overall atmosphere of filmmaking," she said. "Krantiveer - The Revolution", a sequel to Mehul Kumar's "Krantiveer", features Jahan as Nana Patekar's fiery daughter. She plays a journalist who raises her voice against terrorism, violence and corruption. Isn't that too heavy a subject for a newcomer like her? "I feel 99 percent of the actresses debut with romantic films. I asked myself if I too wanted to follow a conventional approach and the answer was 'no'," said Jahan. "I wanted to do something far more challenging because it makes you work harder. Also, though the risks are bigger, the benefits are much higher. I don't want to be monotonous and instead demonstrate my calibre by playing a role that other actresses out there would possibly get after working in five or six films," she added. "Krantiveer - the Revolution" features Samir Aftab opposite Jahan. The film has music by Sachin and Jigar and Mehul Kumar is aiming for a September-October release.

Shah Rukh Khan signs 3 year deal to Host IIPM quiz

hat’s what SRK says to all B-School students as IIPM signs up SRK for a three year deal to host IIPM’s B-School Quiz!
Be it placements at IIPM or its global initiatives, IIPM clearly seems to have remained untouched by the economic recession. At a time when even Bollywood has put its projects on hold, in a first of its kind trend setting move, the institution has now roped in the Badshah of Bollywood, SRK to host their annual business and marketing quiz, for three years. To be held in association with Planman Media’s magazine, 4Ps Business and Marketing it promises to become India’s premiere B-School quiz event!
When Bollywood Hungama contacted Prof. Arindam Chaudhuri, the Dean of IIPM said, “IIPM is all about bringing World-Class in terms of education as well as campus life experience for the students. The IIPM B-School festival, Amaze, is in any case the largest B-School festival in India with huge participation from International B-Schools as well. This B-School Quiz also promises to be a big international event.” When quizzed about bringing King Khan to host the event, he said, “Everything we do at IIPM is grand, distinct, pioneering and above all else global. Who else in India can make an event big just by his global popularity than SRK? And to top it all he is perceived as the intelligent face of bollywood because of his economics education background, his suave marketing skills and sharp intelligence. He obviously was the natural choice. IIPM is honoured and proud that he accepted our request!” The show will be held at the IIPM campus in Satbari, Delhi.
While the King Khan of Bollywood says, “I am coming to IIPM and it will be nice to be there!”

7 Jun 2009

I love being in Love: Kareena Kapoor

Kareena Kapoor is hooked on to the idea of being in love. She gave a glimpse of her sensitive side recently when she was asked about her role in her forthcoming movie Kambakkht Ishq.he says, "My character in the movie hates men and is against love. She is a hardened feminist who thinks men are dogs. I'm not anything like her in real life. I am neither a feminist nor a tough nut to crack. I'm not insensitive to my partner's feelings." She adds, "I love the idea of being in love and I cannot be rude or harsh to anyone."

Kareena plays the role of supermodel Simrita, who is a feminist in the movie. She locks horns with her co-star Akshay Kumar in a battle of sexes.

"I love the part when this hard-hearted girl actually falls in love with Akshay. My character goes through change like any other person in real life and the change is quite realistic."

Incidentally this is Kareena's seventh film with Akshay. She says, "I know Akshay from his first shot in Bollywood. He has done more than 10 films with my sister (Karisma Kapur). He is my favourite co-star by a long way. I feel so comfortable and relaxed to act with him that shooting becomes fun."

Kareena has also changed her body type for the movie. "The role required me to be fuller and more style-conscious and I have done exactly that. It's very challenging to change your body type but as an actor that's what you want to do - always challenge yourself," she says.

She ends by saying, "Tashan required me to have a bikini body and I did exactly that. This movie wanted me to be different and I did that. Even in future I'll don whatever look my film-maker wants."

Bipasha vs Dhoni: Battle of the sexes

Manoj Kumar's love across Borders

Bollywood veteran Manoj Kumar is upbeat about donning the director's hat once again in his golden jubilee year in the industry for an "Indo-Pak" love story.

The actor-turned-filmmaker may have moved on from the Om Shanti Om controversy, but maintains that what Shah Rukh Khan did was "dirty".

"Though I had three subjects in mind, I decided to first go with Indo-Pak: A Love Story. The film will not revolve only around patriotism. It will have a human and romantic angle," Manoj Kumar told IANS over telephone from Mumbai.

"The film will highlight that there is a lot of commonalities between the two countries. We have the same features, our food is similar and, after all, a few years ago we were one single country," said the 71-year-old actor, who was known as 'Mr Bharat' for his patriotic films like Upkaar, Shaheed and Purab Aur Paschim.

Manoj Kumar said he chose such a theme as he was born in Abbottabad, a town of the North West Frontier Province now located in Pakistan, adding that he would take a few Pakistani actors for the film.

"I was inclined to this subject since I have lived in Pakistan and now am living in India. I know the cultures of both the countries," he explained. He is donning the director's mantle after 1999 when he made Jai Hind.

Asked if he still had any grudges against superstar Shah Rukh for the spoof on him in Farah Khan's 2007 film Om Shanti Om, he said he had moved on but asserted that what Shah Rukh had done was wrong.

"Shah Rukh did a dirty thing. When I reacted he then visited me, apologised and said he will remove the scene from the film, but he did not keep his promise. It was not that I get angry with people on everything, but I have to protect the image of Manoj Kumar. Later when he removed the scene, I dropped the matter," Manoj Kumar said.

"It's been two years and now I don't have any grudges against him. He is just like a younger brother to me," he added.

Manoj Kumar had objected to the spoof on him in Om Shanti Om and filed a lawsuit to get the scenes deleted, but the issue was later settled out of court.

Manoj Kumar said he would like to cast new faces in his new venture though he likes Aamir Khan best among the current lot of heroes.

"I like Aamir's work and I'm particularly happy that he is doing less and only meaningful work, but for my film I want fresh faces," the Padma Shri awardee said.

"I am negotiating with a few actors, but nothing is confirmed as of now. I have decided to take one or two actors from Pakistan for the film," he said.

Asked if he would like to act in his film or take up other acting assignments, the yesteryears actor said: "I will never impose myself on a script. If there is a suitable role for me in a film, then I will do it; otherwise I won't push myself into it."

"As far as signing any other film is concerned, I have always been very focused about the kind of work I want to do. In 50 years I have worked in only 42 films. I have always believed in quality and meaningful cinema and not quantity. If I get something like that, I will do it," he added.

Hrithik and Suzanne to walk the Ramp at IIFA

Hrithik Roshan and his wife Suzanne will walk the ramp for the first time together for sister-in-law Farah Ali Khan at the IIFA Fashion Extravanganza in Macau during the IIFA weekend being held from June 11 to 13.

Sonam Kapoor will be the show stopper for designer Anamika Khanna.

The fashion extravanganza has been organised on June 12.

Proceeds of the event will go to the IIFA Foundation as part of charity to support film industry workers who have been adversely affected during production of films.

The star-studded night will see leading designers like Rocky S, Manav Gangwani, Anamika Khanna, Farah Ali Khan and Hong Kong designer Chris Chang showcase their designs.

Meanwhile, It was also announced thatAishwarya Rai Bachchan and AR Rahman will be presented with the IDEA IIFA award for outstanding contribution by an Indian in International Cinema.

The Fashion Extravanganza will be hosted by Zayed Khan and Sophie Chaudhary. International singing sensation Peter Andre will perform at the event which will be held at the Venetian Macao Resort Hotel.

'Barbie' Bebo Apes Katrina Kaif?

Kareena Kapoor will also sport a "Barbie doll-look" in the action thriller. We wonder if, she is following in the footsteps of competitor Katrina Kaif who was recently selected as the Indian face of the new Celebrity Barbie.

Katrina's make-up artist Mallika Bhat says that apart from looking ultra glam, she will also sport a "Barbie doll-look" in the action thriller.

"One of Kareena's looks in the film is inspired by Barbie doll," Bhat told IANS over telephone from Mumbai.

"One day, while on the shoot, she came out of her vanity van and was ready for her shot. She was wearing a baby pink tube top with a white skirt and I gave her a creamy baby pink lipstain (colour) for her lips. Her hair was straight - and as soon as I saw her, I told her how much she looked like Barbie doll," she said.

In Kambakkht Ishq, which is produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, Kareena stars alongside superstar Akshay Kumar who plays a Hollywood stuntman. It also stars Hollywood biggies like Sylvester Stallone, Brandon Routh and Denise Richards.

According to Bhat, Kareena's different looks in the film have a lot to do with the progression of her character.

"At first she has a plain Jane look, followed by a cute girl-next-door look and then she ultimately turns into an ultra-glam diva as she plays a model in the film," she said.

Bhat said that Kareena has been made to wear minimum make-up and tied ponytails for the first part of her character, while she leaves her hair open and sports little gloss for her second look.

But later Kareena's eyes are well accentuated with different colours, she added.

"For her glamorous look, I used metallic liners in colours like charcoal, blue, green, grey and played around with a lot of shimmer on her eyes. But what remained permanent for Kareena throughout the film was the creamy baby pink lip colour that I have not used on anyone yet," Bhat said.

Bhat, who was responsible for Deepika Padukone's Chinese looks in Chandni Chowk To China, says Kareena too loves slipping into the glamorous look.

"She is a girl. Like every other girl, she enjoys getting ready and so I guess she enjoyed slipping into the glamorous character. She liked to get ready for it like any other girl her age would have," she said.

Coupled with Bhat's make-up techniques, Mumbai-based hairstylist Pompy Hans worked on Kareena's hair for the film.

"She has such a glamorous role in the film. I tied her hair into neat ponytails for her first look, gave her simple and straight hair for her second and then experimented with a layered haircut, a nice bouncy blow dry on her hair and even coloured her hair copper, mostly dark blonde tints for her model-like look," Pompy told IANS.

Kareena sports fashion designer Aki Narula's outfits in the movie.

Minissha Lamba Poses for The Man

Arjun Rampal to start a Restaurant

MOST people would've been driven crazy if they were shuttling between work, moving into a new house in Mumbai and opening a restaurant in Delhi. But the dishy Arjun Rampal's very busy and happening life elicits a wide grin. "This is indeed one of the best phases of my life. Everything seems perfect - we moved into our new house, a penthouse in Bandra, early this week. We're both decorating our house the way we want and at the pace we enjoy," he beams.

Lap - the restaurant he is opening in Delhi's posh neighbourhood of Malcha Marg in collaboration with restaurateur A. D. Singh - offers him more reasons to beam about. The restaurant is being designed by Sandeep Khosla of the famed Abu-Sandeep duo. "I've been shuttling between the two cities, to oversee the work for the restaurant. It's a project close to my heart since I'm quite a foodie." While in Mumbai, he frequents Singh's Olive, China House at Grand Hyatt and Aurus in Juhu. The 36-year-old, however, chose Delhi for this pet project because that's where he spent his early years. "I know a lot of people there and, besides, I found a lovely space in the city, which is growing in terms of hospitality."

The restaurant, likely to open its doors in August, aims to create a benchmark in world cuisine while keeping the ambience casual and easy. "The ambience of an eatery plays a key role and is almost as important as the food one serves as it sets the pace of the evening and the meal for the guest," he smiles his Buddha-like smile.

While most will insist that his divine smile is his USP, it's the devilishly gorgeous actor's intense character, Joe Mascarenhas, in Farhan Akhtar's Rock On!! that won him a slew of awards this year. And Rampal hopes that with forthcoming films, like Prakash Jha's Rajneeti, where he plays a character with political undertones, and Sajid Khan's Housefull, which will see him in a "comic role like never before", he will continue his run at the awards.

This model-turned-actor's chiselled looks recently also brought him an international commercial for Schweppes opposite Hollywood diva Nicole Kidman, shot in Udaipur's Lake Palace. The offer - his first international commercial - did come as a surprise and Rampal's stroke of luck continues as the ad, uploaded on youtube.com, has already had 400 million hits. "It's phenomenal and flattering," he exclaims. "I'm really content with the way my life is shaping up - it's well-rounded and balanced. I hope I can stay focussed on my career and not disappoint anyone. Though my job is like a roller-coaster ride, I think the ups and downs have been worth it."

6 Jun 2009

Mallika: the vegetarian man eater

In this disturbing picture (above) Mallika Sherawat is a shape-shifting naagin, who has just swallowed a man in a scene from her upcoming movie Hisss. But Mallika, like many of her Bollywood peers, is a hardcore vegan. Which means she’s not just sworn off all forms of meat, but she’s also given up all milk products. No cheese, milk, butter or even curd for Mallika.

The role was a stretch for the vegan actress. “ The role I play was very demanding. In the film I’m sexy, venomous and I swallow whole.” she said.

Sexy Mallika, rumoured to be Playboy India’s first cover girl when it launches soon, credits vegetarianism for her great
figure. In a recent reply to a fan on a social networking site, Mallika wrote: “I am indeed veg and proud of it! How do u think I maintain this body figure?”

Mallika’s not the only sexy vegetarian in Bollywood — Amitabh Bachchan has been leading the pack for a while now.
And PETA India (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) believes all Indians should follow suit. PETA has launched a
campaign to get the world to abstain from meat for at least a day, on June 5, to reduce carbon emissions produced from non-vegetarian fare.

PETA has a bevy of stars in their kitty of ambassadors for vegetarianism — including John Abraham, Celina Jaitley, R Madhavan and Jiah Khan — and will hopefully soon shoot a campaign with Mallika, said Anuradha Sawhney, chief functionary, PETA India. For this year’s World Environment Day, the organisation is working on campaigns with wrestler Sushil Kumar and actress Malaika Arora Khan.

They have also called on Amitabh Bachchan to serve only vegetarian food at the upcoming IIFA Awards and has strengthened its campaign against fastfood chain KFC. There were protests against the chain with placards on Thursday in CP. A spokesperson from the chain said that while they “appreciate PETA’s concern”, they feel they are “being targeted for publicity.”

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